News UpdatesThe 130' sportfisherman, Mea Culpa, launched in August, 2003 at McMullen & Wing down under. Just beginning construction is a 92' sportfisherman with an aluminum hull and F.R.P. decks and superstructure. The custom hull design was tank tested at Vizon Scitec (formerly BC Research) to optimize performance and seakeeping. This vessel utilizes restricted draft for shallow cruising and will be powered by twin MTU/DDC 16V2000 engines with ZF gears for fast crossings through the Gulf Stream to the islands. Interior joinerwork veneer will be on honeycomb panels for aggressive weight control. The fully-equipped cockpit includes a fish box, separate freezer and bait freezer and recessed freshwater shower with a settee with a slide-out locker on the lanai deck. Although not classed, the structural envelope (hull, bulkheads, decks and superstructure) are designed to ABS Guide for Motor Pleasure Yachts. Production is in full swing on the new Symbol 73'. The first 73' flush deck motoryacht is under construction with delivery late Fall 2003. A 73' cockpit version will follow in early 2005. On the boards is a 71' custom motoryacht designed for long range Pacific Coast cruising for Mexico to Alaska. Under development is an ABS/MCA-classed, 48-meter motoryacht based on a new, tank-tested hull form for an experienced ocean sport fisherman. Speed will be a factor with power supplied by twin Detroit Diesel 16V-4000 engines producing 3,650 horsepower each. The complex hydrodynamics inherent in a project of this nature require great attention to detail to ensure quiet and efficient operation even at maximum speed. At the Owner's request, special attention is being directed to sophisticated onboard entertainment and communications systems. Guardian Marine's 85' fast patrol craft for the U.S. Coast Guard posting speeds to 40 knots. A second sistership is currently under construction for the U.S. Navy. The first U.S. Navy fast patrol craft is in service and exceeding expectations. Additional information found in recent publications: "Keeping the Faith" Symbol 64, Yachtingnet.com, February 2004 |
