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New Boat Manufacturers

We have included a short description of the types of vessel that each manufacturer produces and also a contact number and a link to their website where applicable.

Small Sports Boats
Bayliner manufacture a range of family runabouts including: Capri DX/LX from 18' to 23', Capri DX from 17' to 21' and Rendezvous DX/LX from 21' to 26'. Tel: +44 (0) 1539 442121.
B W Marine has designed the Jetstar Manitou 22' jet-propelled sportsboat which can be tailored and built to individual specification. Tel: +44 (0) 1403 730318.
Birchwood Marine (International) Ltd. list 6 models from their comprehensive range: the Crusader 400 Compact, the Crusader 340 A/C, the Birchwood Flagship Challenger 450 Flybridge Cruiser, the new Challenger 360 Flybridge, the 400 Flybridge Aft Cabin semi-displacement cruiser and the Commando 370 Sports Cruiser - the grand tourer of its class. Tel: +44 (0) 1623 515133.
B&G produce equipment for racing and cruising from day sailor to Super yacht and club racer to Americas Cup/Volvo Trophy yacht. Significant additions have been made to both the Hercules 2000 ranges of Autopilots and instruments. Tel: +44 (0) 1794 518448.
Bossoms Boatyard Limited manufacture the Oyster 16 electric day launch which is just one out of a range of six classic launches from 14' to 32' with either diesel or electric power. Also in the range: a traditional Slipper Launch together with the elegant Beaver Tail Launch and the Vertue II sailing yacht. Tel: +44 (0) 1865 237780.
Boston Whaler offer a unique range of boats suitable for many types of recreational and commercial use, from Water-Skiing to Harbour Patrol to Superyacht tenders. Four new models are being manufactured this year. The company has over 100,000 boats in use world-wide. Tel: +44 (0) 1202 674531.
Bray Marine Sales Limited launch the new 27' Rivere aft cockpit river cruiser - a modern, stylish and practical river and estuary cruiser. Tel: +44 (0) 1628 773177.
Creative Marine was formed as a boatbuilding partnership of Roy Lawson and Simon Read in March 1995 and has built a reputation for care and craftsmanship with every product. Tel: +44 (0) 1692 407843.
Crownline Boats Inc. manufacture Bowriders, Deckboats, Cuddys and Cruisers including: BR from 18' to 26', CCR from 20' to 24', 26' LTD and CR from 24' to 33'. Tel +44 (0) 1932 242977 (Gibbs Marine Sales).
Donzi Powerboats (UK) Limited has been designing and building superior, race winning powerboats since 1963. Their range includes: the superlative 26ZX which is capable of speeds up to 80mph and this year's 22ZX cuddy which handles immaculately with speeds up to 75mph. Tel: +44 (0) 1628 789393.
Doral International are Canada's leading boat manufacture, now in their 26th year of production they lead the way into the new millenium, not only in superior and innovative boat design but also in setting the tone in content and quality standards in their extensive range of sports boats and sports cruisers. Tel: +44 (0) 1803 866986.
Four Winns manufacture a range of boats including: Horizon from 17' to 28', Funship from 21' to 25' and Sundowner from 20' to 28'. Tel: +44 (0) 1489 584400.
Glastron specialise in the manufacture of family runabouts including: SX Series from 17' to 19', GS Bowrider Series from 16' to 22', GS Ski and Fish Series from 18' to 20', GS Sport Cruiser Series from 20' to 24' and Glastron/Carlson Series from 18' to 23'.
Hardy Marine are celebrating the year 2000 by launching new models to their range. Well known and respected for their sea going motor cruisers the range comprises: the 36' river/estuary boat and the 31' aft cockpit sedan six berth cruiser. Tel: +44 (0) 1692 408700.
Jeanneau introduce two brand new models for the Millennium, the long awaited Sun Odyssey 43DS offering exceptional comfort and versatility for long range cruising and the new Sun 2000, sporty, quick and easy rig with spacious and comfortable accommodation. Also the Sun Odyssey 45.2' blue water cruiser. Tel: +44 (0) 1590 672472.

Mariah powerboats are distributed in the UK by Southwater Marine, their American built powerboats range from 18' to 30'. Tel: +44 (0)23 8045 2255.

Mastercraft Maristar produce luxury performance powerboats for the 21' to 23' market. Tel: +44 (0)1590 671251 (Dave Crawford Marine)
Nimbus specialise in Boats and Yachts, their range comprises: Nova from 19' to 26', 22' Spectra, 26' Epoca, 32' Ballista, Coupe from 28' to 37', 34' Avanta, 38' Carisma and the Nimbus Maxi from 34' to 100'.
Regal manufacture luxury performance sport yachts and boats. Their range includes: Commodores from 24' to 41', LSC from 19' to 28', LSR from 18' to 28', 17' XR2 and 20' Destiny. Tel: +44 (0) 2392 467000.
Rinker have been making boats for the past 55 years. Their range includes: Captiva Bow Rider from 19' to 23', the new 23' Captiva Cuddy and Fiesta Vee from 24' to 31'. UK distributors Rinker Direct South East, 22 The Waterfront, Sovereign Harbour, Eastbourne, East Sussex BN23 6JH. Tel: +44 (0) 1323 470444 or e-mail etubeuk@btinternet.com In Wales, Tel: +44 (0) 1792 467263.
Sea Ray Boats Inc. produce a range of boats including: Bow Rider from 18' to 26', Dual Console from 18' to 21', Sundeck from 19' to 24', 19' Cuddy Cabin, 21' Express Cruiser, Overnighter from 23' to 26', 24' Sundancer and 24' Weekender. Distributed in the UK by Marina Marbella +44 (0) 23 8045 3005.
Sowester manufacture the Sea-Doo range of personal watercraft and jet boats including: 2, 3 and 4 seater recreational, friendly, performance, high performance and luxury performance models. Tel: +44 (0) 1925 245183.
Wellcraft manufature boats for the use's of water skiing, fishing, cruising or for the speed freak, high octane power boats. For a brochure, Tel: +44 (0) 1766 770773
Large Sports Boats
Azimut are an Italian based yacht specialist. Their range includes the new 39', 70' Sea Jet, the new 85' Ultimate and 100' Jumbo. Tel: +44 (0) 1489 565555.

Beneteau produce six models, the smallest being the First 211 up to the First 47.7 which is new for the year 2000. Tel: +44 (0)7000 236383.

Fairline also have three syles in their line-up, the Targa 30' to 48', Phantom Flybridge 38' to 46' and range topping Squadron 52' to 65'. Tel: +44 (0)1832 273661.

Linssen Yachts are manufacturers of Dutch steel motor cruisers that range from 32' to 50'. Tel: +44 (0)1425 472902.

Princess manufacture fourteen models from the Princess 38' to the new 25 Metre. This includes four sports cruisers in the 'V' class range. Tel: +44 (0)1489 557755.

Sealine produce three styles of boat, the Sports Cruiser 24' to 41', Flybridge 33' to 44' and T-Series 46' to 51'. Tel: +44 (0)1562 740900.

Sunseeker list four models, Performance 54' to 80', Flybridge 44' to 80', High Performance 34' - 48' and Offshore Cruisers 37' to 47'. Tel: +44 (0)1202 666060.

Williams Marine Limited manufacture two kinds of craft, the Williams 30 and the Tahoe 20. Tel: +44 (0)1865 890558.

Sailing Boats
Alliaura Groupe Marine are builders of cruising Catamarans - Privilege from 37' to 65'. Tel: +44 (0) 1489 577383.

Macgregor Yachts manufacture the Macgregor 26.It is versatile changing from a quick sailing boat to the fast motor boat capable of pulling a water skier. Tel: +44 (0)1326 313166.

Mcnulty Boats Limited offer three style of sailing crafts, the Drascombe, Longstone and Northumbrian. Tel: +44 (0)191 4834836.
Moody produce a range of yachts from 36' to 54'. The Moody 36' offers speed, stability and ease of sailing, the 42' is a new introduction to this year's range, the 46' is a superb high performance vessel for blue-water cruising and the 54' is the new flagship of the Moody fleet. Tel: +44 (0) 1752 203888.
Nauticat UK Limited has produced 1200 hulls for the Nauticat 33, possibly the longest continuous production of yacht in the world. They have now launched the Nauticat 331 which is based on the Nauticat 33, but with a new designed pilothouse, hull and deck layout. Tel: +44 (0)23 8045 3900.
Oyster Marine Limited manufacture a range of Yachts comprising: Deck Saloons from 45' to 70', High Level Deck Saloons from 66' to 100', 42' Aft Cockpit Deck Saloon and 63' Aft Cockpit Pilot House.
Prout Catamarans Limited manufacture cruising multihulls from 26' to 50'. Tel: +44 (0)1268 511500.
Rival Bowman manufactures the Bowman and Starlight ranges of yachts. The Bowman blue water cruisers comprises 42 feet, 45 feet, the aft cockpit Bowman 48 and Deck Saloon Bowman 48. The Starlight range of performance cruisers comprises The Starlight 35, Starlight 39 and the new Starlight 46 which will be launched at the 2000 Southampton Boat Show. Tel: +44 (0)23 8023 4777.
X-Yachts have been building yachts for twenty years and have a list of eleven different yachts to choose from. They range from the X-99 to the X-612 and new for this year is the X-562. Tel: +44 (0)23 8045 7165.
Dinghies and Ribs
Anglo Marine Services Essex Ltd. list three models: the 14' Wanderer - a very versatile family dinghy for racing, cruising or singlehanded sailing, the 11' Gulf Spirit - a lightweight boat for club sailing/racing and the 15' Challenger Trimaran Mark IIA - which has been developed specifically for the disabled. Tel: +44 (0) 1255 420717.
Avon Inflatables Ltd have been manufacturers of inflatable boats for the past 40 years and this year sees the launch of their new 2000 range. Introducing many new innovative features along with a new look at styling and design, with many of the craft being offered at more competitive prices. Tel: +44 (0) 1554 882000.
The Barrow Boat Company is a family firm established for over 25 years, manufacturing a unique range of clinker sailing and rowing tenders. In addition their range comprises: the 15.5' Canadian Electric Boat, a craft ideal for day cruising, the 12' Lakeland Trusty along with a range of Minkota stern and bow mounted electric motors. Tel: +44 (0) 1508 520397.
The Boatyard builds a range of high quality tenders, rowing boats and sailing dinghies and builds, repairs and restores craft up to 40'. The dinghy range starts with a 7' pram and includes the established Tepco tenders and the Tideway sailing dinghy from 12' to 14'. Built in both fibreglass and wood. Tel: +44 (0) 1621 743546.
Comet Dinghies produce a range of dinghies including: the new 11' Comet, the Comet Club, the 12' Comet Duo and the 15' Comet Trio. Tel: +44 (0) 1769 574358.
Concept International UK Limited offer a wide range of inflatables at competitive prices including: the Sea Chaser 18'6" and 21 Sports Boat - these deep 'V' fibreglass boats feature a composite transcom core and a hand-laid stringer system that gives maximum hull strength. Tel: +44 (0) 1306 882234.
Henshaw Inflatables Limited produce Tinker dinghies including the 9' Tramp and the 12' Traveller. They also manufacturer rib tubes/collars for leading rib builders worldwide. Tel: +44 (0) 1963 33237.
Heyland Marine produce a comprehensive range of Rowing, Sailing, Yacht tenders, Cartop Dinghies, Fishing Boats, Aluminium Workpunts and River Craft. They also manufacture an exciting range of starter surfboards and custom boards made by TIKI. Tel: +44 (0) 1628 528830.
Microboats manufacture a craft with a design that is immensely stable and safe, making it the ultimate tender or family fun boat. There is also the option of the Mini Microboat at only 7'6". Tel: +44 (0) 1489 584406.
MX-Ray UK manufacture the increasingly successful MX-Ray F1 complete with its new, taller, easily reducible F1 rig which has a removable 1 metre mast extension, bowsprit extension, a taller SOBSTAD Genesis main with a roll-up/zip away foot, and a larger Gennaker - giving a total of 23 sq.m. Tel: +44 (0) 411 749500.
Pioner Boats manufacture practical and robust small boats, from the sturdy 8' dinghy to the innovative 15'6" Multi with its drop-down bow ramp. Tel: +44 (0) 1463 236539.
Polymarine Limited are the European Distributor of Caribe RIB and Inflatable Boats. A new craft, the Caribe MVP Light RIB combines the strenght Caribe is famous for with a modified V keel, which provides an easy planing hull and a smooth ride. Polymarine are renowned for their range of Inflatable Boat Accessories, spares and equipment including the popular "Weaver Snap Davit". Tel: +44 (0) 1492 583322.
Porter Brothers (Marine and Industrial) Ltd are now the sole builder of the Wayfarer design, which remains one of the most popular of dinghy classes. Also in their range: the Splash and the 14' Leader dinghy now available with an asymmetric spinnaker. Tel: +44 (0) 1243 377522.
Ribcraft Limited design and manufacture a range of commercial and leisure RIBS. Custom building to specific individual requirements is a speciality with experienced sales staff offering technical advice on engine and electronic requirements. RIBCRAFT are one of the few RIB manufacturers who offer factory visits to prospective clients where the various models can be seen during build stages. Tel: +44 (0) 1935 411846.
Ribtec Limited produce the all-rounder sports R.I.B. Freeway from 50' to 90'. Tel: +44 (0) 1489 885773.
Thanetcraft Limited enter their 51st year with a further addition to their ALUSTAR range of aluminium RBBs (Rigid Buoyancy Boat) in the form of the ALUSTAR43 Sport - a general purpose Rescue and Dive Boat. Their range will appeal to divers, skiers and commercial interests. Sizes are available up to 10m. Tel: +44 (0) 208 894 5218.
Inflatable Boat Supplies Ltd are the UK distributor of Valiant Rigid Inflatable Boats, the range starts with the Dynamic series a lightweight range of Rib's which comes in five sizes from 2.5M to 3.8M, the Vanguard series covers sizes from 3.4M to 5.2M and the DR series is available in sizes from 5.50M to 8.50M in inboard and outboard versions. Inflatable Boat Supplies also distribute the Quicksilver Inflatables as well as spares and accessories for all makes, visit www.inflatable-boat-supplies.co.uk or Tel: +44 (0) 1268 527445.
Zodiac International the inventor of the modern inflatable boat have over 100 years of experience in design and innovation. With many new models for 2000 including the new Medline II and Pro 650 Open luxury Ribs. Tel: +44 (0) 1604 497637.

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