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Bellingham Waterfront: Bikes, Revitalization, and Oysters
The Bellingham waterfront is a mix of commercial, industrial, and recreational uses. In 2005, the Port purchased about 64 acres from Georgia-Pacific, which manufactured paper products on the site for 80 years. The property is now part of the Bellingham Bay Demonstration Pilot project, a coordinated bay-wide effort by federal,… SEE MORE
A Walk Along the Foss Waterway in Tacoma
The Thea Foss Waterway in Tacoma won an Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement Award in 2005 from the American Society of Civil Engineers. The project included cleaning up pollution associated with Superfund sites, improving habitat, revitalizing brownfields, planning mixed-use development, enhancing public access and public space, all with the intent of… SEE MORE
3D Renderings Bring a Boat to Life
While the prototype of our new daysailer design takes shape on the West Coast, we want to share these images of what she will look like in the flesh. As we do with all our designs, we have brought the Signature 24 to life with the magic of 3D computer… SEE MORE
From the Mold: Fiberglass Tech Behind Sabre Yachts
Sabre Yachts has an unequaled reputation for building strong, durable boat hulls and we have our lamination department to thank for that. When Sabre Yachts started building fiberglass parts or components using the VIP (Vacuum Infusion Process) system in 2007, the company also reduced their VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) output… SEE MORE
Winter Escape: A Visit to the Maine Boatbuilders Show
Today feels like winter has returned, so it's a perfect day to go inside the old rambling building at Portland Yacht Services and enjoy the Maine Boatbuilders Show. I took my camera with me, and I hope you enjoy the scene I captured. But tomorrow is supposed to be even… SEE MORE
At Back Cove Yachts, Every Pound Counts
Every pound counts, so we count every pound! It’s true. At Back Cove Yachts in Rockland we weigh all of the parts that go into our boats — especially the hull. The weight is important in determining the performance of each model. Product Engineer Glenn Campbell had fun last week… SEE MORE
The Latest Launch from a Maine Workboat Builder
Washburn & Doughty's latest 93-foot Z-drive docking/escort tug slid down greased ways into the Damariscotta River on Saturday, March 9. Built for Seabulk Towing, Inc., a subsidiary Seacor Holdings, Inc., Athena will serve Seabulk's fleet as a dock and escort tug in Port Everglades, Florida. Designed by Bruce Washburn, Athena… SEE MORE
Sail Newport Adds J22s to Rental, Teaching, Racing Fleet
Sail Newport is pleased to announce that an entire new fleet of J22s are being built now at Waterline Systems. The new fleet of 14 boats will be delivered and launched at the Sailing Center in May. Sail Newport has used the J22 boats since 1987 and consider the One-Design… SEE MORE
Portland In-Water Open House Planned for Show Weekend
Heading to the Maine Boatbuilders Show in Portland? Stop by and join the DiMillo's Yacht Sales crew at our In-the-Water Open House! We have been working hard to commission and launch three Back Coves and three Sabres for our upcoming Open House during the Maine Boatbuilders Show. On display and… SEE MORE
Jersey Shore Showing Signs of Coming Back to Life
The New Jersey Shore will be “open” for the Summer of 2013. Most businesses are under restoration, some opening even sooner for visitors. Superstorm Sandy did not destroy the whole Jersey Coast. A billboard in Atlantic City after the storm read, “Nice Try Sandy, We’re Jersey Strong!” Yes, many people… SEE MORE
Back Cove Yachts Introduces 41' Flagship
Back Cove Yachts, based in Rockland, is pleased to announce its latest design, the Back Cove 41 which will debut in February 2014. Kevin Burns, Vice President of Design and Product Development, says: "The 41 was conceived from the onset to serve as the flagship of the Back Cove fleet.… SEE MORE
C.W. Hood Yachts Gears Up for Maine Boatbuilders Show
Now in its 26th year, the Maine Boatbuilders Show in Portland is one of C.W. Hood Yachts' favorite spring traditions. The show has always provided a gathering of the best wood and fiberglass boatbuilders and designers in New England, and C.W. Hood Yachts is proud to be exhibiting once again.… SEE MORE