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  Design and technology all part of the marine industry's progress | | Vulcan 12 B&G |
As the breeze pipes in at around 80 knots in Sydney today with white caps on Sydney Harbour, the need for accurate electronic navigation equipment aboard comes to mind. Global electronics manufacturer Navico have released a number of additions to their comprehensive range. B&G has announced the launch of the new Vulcan family of sailing chartplotters. The updated and extended series now offers a fully refreshed 7”, a 9” and an all-new, large-format 12”; all with Broadband Radar™ compatibility.
 | | Vulcan 7 B&G |
Simrad® GO12 XSE and GO7 XSR are the newest additions to the top-selling GO standalone chartplotter series. Loaded with today's latest boating technologies, the GO12 XSE and GO7 XSR multi-touch chartplotters are the perfect fit for power boaters looking for high-quality, all-in-one navigation products that are easy to use and offer more features at an affordable price.
 | | Simrad new GO12XSE display Luke Reilly |
Navico have also announced a new partnership with Bavaria, the second biggest ship yard for yachts in the world. The Navico-owned B&G and Simrad brands will become the standard fit electronics for Bavaria's sailing yachts, motorboats and catamarans.
 | | Artist's rendition of the new C65 underway with the self-tacking jib - Bavaria C65 Bavaria Yachts Australia |
Staying with electronics an innovative new app has just been unveiled that promises to revolutionise the marine industry and improve the efficiency of boaters at sea. Nebo has been designed to automate the tedious and time-consuming task of logging sea voyages while also creating a connected and dynamic global boating community.
 | | New boating app Nebo |
Technology also play a part in the design of new yachts and powerboats and the new Jeanneau is no exception. The NC33 notably features an excellent hull design by Michael Peters. With no steps, the interior layout meets the demands of the NC concept. Life on board is easy and enjoyable. Designed for life on the sea, the NC 33 is very open to the exterior. Everything has been carefully considered for comfortable, harmonious cruising.
 | | Jeanneau NC33 Rohan Veal |
That attention to detail may be the reason that the new Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 has sold out the entire first year's planned production in no less than three weeks! Luckily three boats were reserved for Australian customers and all three have already been sold!
 | | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 Rohan Veal |
Design also plays an important part in providing the best clothing for days when the weather is not the best. Zhik's Kiama® Coat is designed for keeping warm in cold and wet conditions, especially when you are already wet. Whether you are rigging the boat in driving rain, sitting it out between races or in the coach boat in bad weather, this coat is for you. Practical and versatile, Kiama® Coat is a cosy, insulated long-fitting jacket that is waterproof inside and out. The waterproof, breathable lightweight shell on the inside, as well as the outer, means the jacket can go on over damp shore jackets and wet sailing gear, preventing chilling between races or when rigging and de-rigging in a cold boat park.
 | | Women's Kiama coat Zhik |
There is no doubt that design and experience were used in the shaping of the latest offering from the Australian plate aluminium boat builder Bar Crusher. Just launched is their latest special edition series – the ‘Exocet'.
 | | Bar Crusher Exocet series Lee Sanders |
Named after the French-built ‘flying fish' missile, the Exocet follows the success of Bar Crusher's previous special edition series, the Apache, which was released in 2010.
AveagoodenPeter Rendle, Sail-World.com
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