All articles by Tony Jones – Page 3

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Material World | Gelcoats: First line of defence

2009-08-01T10:56:00Z

Discerning end-users look for a high quality hull coating but the glossy finish is vital to more than just first impressions. We look at advantages, challenges and future of gelcoats

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Feature | Data collection: Ferretti fair - Investing in information

2009-08-01T10:35:00Z

Getting the most from sea trials is one aim of Italian boatbuilding group Ferretti’s new FAIR monitoring system. In the future FAIR’s detailed data could be used to inform design

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Feature | Controllable pitch propellers: Drive systems - ServoGear Ecoflow

2009-06-01T15:07:00Z

Controllable pitch propellers are found on ships and superyachts yet rarely seen on production craft, something one Norwegian company is keen to change

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Sector focus | Power steering: Pressure point of view

2009-06-01T14:52:00Z

Conventional engine-driven hydraulics are now being challenged by electric and hybrid systems

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Feature | Green technology: Industrial plants

2009-06-01T14:21:00Z

Natural Fibre Reinforced Plastic is helping cut costs in car production and applications where GRP and injection mouldings are the norm. So what can it do for boatbuilders?

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Interview | Pascal Jamet: Volvo Penta - Developing a market lead

2009-04-01T14:31:00Z

Charged with promoting the benefits of the Volvo Penta brand across Europe, Pascal Jamet believes his customers have a lot to look forward to

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Material world | Carbon: Going Black to the future

2009-04-01T11:31:00Z

Slow to make its way into production building, carbon now offers all the benefits of GRP — plus a lot more.

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Sector focus | Air conditioning: Licensed to chill

2009-04-01T10:55:00Z

In the past, air conditioning was a luxury found only on upmarket yachts — but not any more

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Installations | Retractable hoods: Gimme shelter

2009-02-01T12:22:00Z

When it comes to canvas hoods, canopies and bimini tops for open boats there are many builders who have despaired at getting them to ever fit and work properly. Now, though, a Dutch company has come up with a possible solution.

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Feature | Mini digital systems

2009-02-01T11:03:00Z

As builders and customers become more familiar with the benefits of digital management systems, the technology is now trickling down into the design and construction of increasingly smaller craft

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Propulsion | CJR Veem: Speed strips

2008-12-01T15:14:00Z

CJR Propulsion of the UK has teamed up with former direct competitor VEEM of Australia to bring a remarkable new propulsion system to the European market — the Interceptor Propeller System.

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Application News | News Command systems ZF Joystick: Joystick manoeuvring

2008-12-01T11:59:00Z

Italian transmission and propulsion specialist ZF Marine has developed a propulsion control system for shaft drive boats that promises to offer the same low speed manoeuvring benefits as the latest generation of pod drives.

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Feature | Update Pod drives: Pod Breakout

2008-10-01T11:00:00Z

The introduction of new pod drives from ZF Marine looks set to change the face of the pod drive market as we know it.

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Propulsion | Yanmar ZT350 sterndrive: Driving ambition

2008-10-01T10:57:00Z

The launch of its new ZT350 sterndrive leg heralds a new chapter for Yanmar as it goes head to head with Volvo Penta and CMD for a share of the sterndrive market.

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Feature | Construction technology: Resin infusion

2008-10-01T10:31:00Z

Boatbuilders are increasingly turning to closed moulding resin infusion for consistent product quality at reduced cost — a rare win/win opportunity! EB looks at the pros and cons of the process.

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Application news | Hypro Marine: Power steering

2008-10-01T09:46:00Z

A new type of power steering from Hypro Marine promises better reliability and greater convenience for boat owners — and easier installation for builders.

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The Interview | Robert Braithwaite

2008-09-01T11:12:00Z

He has created an unrivalled boat brand — but can the founder and CEO of Sunseeker sustain the company’s momentum as it strives to forge a niche in the superyacht market?

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Technology | Digital switching: High-wire act

2008-08-01T14:23:00Z

Marine electrical systems still tend to be made with conventional wiring even though advanced alternatives have been available for years. But at this autumn’s shows expect to see decentralised circuit protection, remote solid state relay switching — and electronic ‘bus’ systems.

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Aicon yachts | Rising in the south

2008-06-01T13:44:00Z

In its eight years Aicon Yacht’s growth has been remarkable.Now, with a new brand acquisition and a management overhaul, the Sicilian yard is setting out ambitous plans for the future.

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Marketplace | Marine Electronics: A bit of history

2008-06-01T13:14:00Z

Electronic navigation can trace its roots back to WWII aviation. Radar played a crucial part in the Battle of Britain, and by the end of the conflict, long-range bombers were being guided to their targets by a network of ground-based transmitters and bombing through cloud with primitive, onboard ground mapping ...