Since starting life nearly three years ago as a specialist company arranging yacht leasing finance for larger boats, Marinablu International Ltd has since expanded into many different areas of marine finance and yacht insurance, catering for those on the water throughout the UK and Europe. As a result we are now able to provide marine [...]
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The Goldfish 36P1 Super Sport RIB will make its European debut when Salterns Boat yard, the sole UK distributor for Goldfish RIBS, showcases the RIB at this year’s Southampton Boat Show on Berth 530. The stunningly powerful, inboard engined RIB is known for its tremendous ability to maintain high speeds in heavy conditions, outlined recently when she won her class in the Round Britain Race also breaking the record for the fastest RIB around Britain, reaching incredible top speeds of 78 knots.
Hand built by the Norwegian team at Goldfish AS, the 36 incorporates industry leading design features, whilst being built with super tough Hypalon tubes and a lightweight glass fibre and carbon fibre hull to ensure her long term durability and value. Originally designed for the Norwegian Special Forces as a key weapon to combat pirates in the Gulf of Aden as part of the EU’s Operation Atlanta, there was a natural progression into racing due to her breathtaking speed and stability. The Goldfish 36 is now launched into the leisure market, providing an exceptionally fast and eye catching RIB which can be configured to meet the owner’s specific requirements.
The design of the Goldfish 36 incorporates superb attention to detail throughout allowing for continued high class performance even in the toughest of conditions. The central consol lets the driver stay in control of all aspects of the boat with ease, and along with the RIB’s 4 shock absorbing seats, helps ensure the comfort and safety of its passengers. Elevating the boats windscreen will allow the passengers to access the below deck area, which can be fitted for storage or overnight accommodation.
The unique hull design of the Goldfish 36 is particularly impressive, the hull’s low angle of attack and de-compressing zones allow for incredible handling and manoeuvring capabilities, whilst achieving top speeds of between 70 and 80 knots.
The RIB can be supplied in various configurations including leisure, commercial, military and also as a super yacht tender. There is a great deal of customisation available with both diesel and petrol engine’s available, and new boat owners can even choose their own personal colour scheme.
The Goldfish RIB range includes the 25’, 29’, 30’ and the new 36’, with the 36’ and the 29’ being displayed in the PSP Southampton Boat Show Marina berths 305 and 530.
Later this year, one of the largest marine finance lenders in Europe is planning on moving into the UK market which is good news for all prospective yacht and boat owners. In the last twelve months the boat finance industry has seen many companies withdraw from the market, both here and in Europe, and covering [...]
Saga boat insurance has recently released the top ten reasons why boat owners claim from their boat insurance brokers, and topping the list for UK boat owners ( as well as other owners around the world) is hitting a submerged object during cruising. Hardly a great surprise, and not an accident or claim that can [...]
Characterised by Sunseeker’s flowing profile, immaculate finishing and unrivalled versatility, the Manhattan 52 is a consummate performer. Exceptional manoeuvrability, responsive handling and powerful twin diesels make this boat a satisfying drive. This is further enhanced by the latest navigation equipment, the all-weather convenience of twin helms, and a crew option. The wheelhouse arrangement provides different [...]
According to the Malta Times, the Malta Maritime Authority has made a series of proposals for the setting up of permanent and temporary yacht marinas to meet the growing demand for berths and moorings on the Island, but not everyone is in agreement, and the plans may well attract severe criticism both locally and internationally.
Infrastructure [...]
At times it is difficult to keep abreast of new marinas in the Caribbean, as they seem to spring up almost on a daily basis. The latest island to join the explosion of new marinas, is the tiny Caribbean island of Anguilla. For those of you who have never visited, the island lies at the [...]
If you are looking for a tropical paradise and the ultimate location for your overseas home with a berth for the yacht, then look no further – Eden Island is under construction.
Introducing Eden Island in the Seychelles. A residential marina development featuring more than 450 freehold title luxury apartments, spacious maisons and private villas, each [...]
A little closer to home ( that is for those of you who live in the UK ) this time, but nonetheless a very pretty new marina, has just been completed on the Isle of Wight. Best known as the world’s premier yachting centre, Cowes is the Island’s main port [...]
For those of you unfamiliar with The Bahamas, let me paint a picture for you, before describing the latest marina to receive planning approval in this wonderful part of the world. The Bahamas is composed of approximately 700 emerald green islands and cays, scattered over 100,000 square miles of the most beautiful crystal clear and [...]
For those of you who know Spain well, and perhaps live there or have a holiday home, new marinas are constantly being rumoured, but rarely come to fruition due to the powerful green lobby. However, I am assured by my contacts that this one is definaltely going ahead, so fingers crossed that more berths will [...]
As promised I have now received further details on the exciting new marina on Grenada, which is being developed byPeter de Savary, well known for other major projects in the Caribbean. This one is no less exciting!
The heart of the development will of course be the village and marina, which will be able to [...]
Since starting life nearly three years ago as a specialist company arranging yacht leasing finance for larger boats, Marinablu International Ltd has since expanded into many different areas of marine finance and yacht insurance, catering for those on the water throughout the UK and Europe. As a result we are now able to provide marine [...]
According to the Malta Times, the Malta Maritime Authority has made a series of proposals for the setting up of permanent and temporary yacht marinas to meet the growing demand for berths and moorings on the Island, but not everyone is in agreement, and the plans may well attract severe criticism both locally and internationally.
Infrastructure [...]
At times it is difficult to keep abreast of new marinas in the Caribbean, as they seem to spring up almost on a daily basis. The latest island to join the explosion of new marinas, is the tiny Caribbean island of Anguilla. For those of you who have never visited, the island lies at the [...]
If you are looking for a tropical paradise and the ultimate location for your overseas home with a berth for the yacht, then look no further – Eden Island is under construction.
Introducing Eden Island in the Seychelles. A residential marina development featuring more than 450 freehold title luxury apartments, spacious maisons and private villas, each [...]
A little closer to home ( that is for those of you who live in the UK ) this time, but nonetheless a very pretty new marina, has just been completed on the Isle of Wight. Best known as the world’s premier yachting centre, Cowes is the Island’s main port [...]
For those of you unfamiliar with The Bahamas, let me paint a picture for you, before describing the latest marina to receive planning approval in this wonderful part of the world. The Bahamas is composed of approximately 700 emerald green islands and cays, scattered over 100,000 square miles of the most beautiful crystal clear and [...]
For those of you who know Spain well, and perhaps live there or have a holiday home, new marinas are constantly being rumoured, but rarely come to fruition due to the powerful green lobby. However, I am assured by my contacts that this one is definaltely going ahead, so fingers crossed that more berths will [...]
As promised I have now received further details on the exciting new marina on Grenada, which is being developed byPeter de Savary, well known for other major projects in the Caribbean. This one is no less exciting!
The heart of the development will of course be the village and marina, which will be able to [...]
As promised I have now had time to catch up with all the outstanding leasing quotes and marine mortgage quotes over on my other site boat leasing finance and I can finally write about the new marina currently being built. However, before I do, perhaps I should put the trip in context which I hope [...]
This is a very short post to let everyone know that I am flying to Sicily on Tuesday to look at two projects. Firstly I will be visiting the new marina at Licata which is now finished. Naturally I will be taking lots of pictures so that you can see how it looks, and also [...]
If you are looking for a good solid investment, as well as an exciting new location for your boat, then the new marina currently being built on the Didim coastline in Turkey, could be the answer for you, and don’t be fooled – this is no second rate marina with few facilities. Included in the [...]
At times it is difficult to keep abreast of new marinas in the Caribbean, as they seem to spring up almost on a daily basis. The latest island to join the explosion of new marinas, is the tiny Caribbean island of Anguilla. For those of you who have never visited, the island lies at the [...]