Leisure boats

Porsche e-boat due in 2024

Porsche e-boat due in 2024

Sports car manufacturer Porsche and Austria’s Frauscher Shipyard have announced that they aim to put a limited-edition electric day cruiser on the water next year. Set for an initial release of 25 units, the Frauscher x Porsche 850 Fantom Air will borrow features from Porsche’s Taycan electric sport saloon series while incorporating the drive technology […]

Lifejackets: fit for purpose?

Lifejackets: fit for purpose?

What goes into producing a high-quality lifejacket? Obviously, there is the selection of suitable, durable materials, components and foam, as well as stringent tests to ensure that the jacket’s performance meets ISO, SOLAS and/or MED standards and helps to keep the wearer alive. Another consideration, though, is customer feedback: the end user’s requirements play a […]

New ISO compliance for Cruiser Plus

New ISO compliance for Cruiser Plus

UK life-saving appliance manufacturer Seago has launched a new version of its Cruiser Plus life raft for leisure boats and uncoded vessels, updated to comply with the new ISO 9650-2 standard. The Cruiser Plus comes packaged in either a fibreglass canister or a durable valise bag, and is available in four different sizes, to accommodate […]