OnBoard Magazine - Summer 2014

CRUISING TO A FINISH Of primary interest to the Bluewater contingent during this visit was the final stages of construction on hull #2 of the 50’ Eastbay SX model line. This hull was built with Twin IPS Volvo 900D11 engines and was delivered to Bluewater Yacht Sales just prior to the Annapolis Boat Show. Among the great features, the new 50SX line offers a galley-down option with twin master cabins with walk around berths and en suite heads. Beyond the standard features, the boat has been UNLIKE MANY BOAT BUILDERS in the Far East, Grand Banks has their own dedicated yard with a long-standing history of exceptional craftsmanship, consistent seaworthy construction, keen attention to detail, and meticulous quality control in every boat they build. Bluewater brand champions Mark Connors, Roger Mooney and Chuck Meyers recently traveled to Grand Banks’ Malaysia facilities where the trio expanded on their knowledge of the company’s construction processes and craftsmanship capacities – such as their in-house lamination, metal work and carpentry capabilities. One of the most notable aspects observed by our team was Grand Banks’ ability to mill their own teak accents. Due to the exceptional regional resources in Southeast Asia, the carpentry team is able to stockpile large supplies of raw teak on site throughout the seasons. Grand Banks craftsmen then meticulously dry and mill these high quality materials prior to crafting them into the signature steering wheels, beautiful toe rails and lustrous interior finishes the company is renowned for. Bluewater Sales Professionals Roger Mooney, Mark Connors and Chuck Meyers at the Grand Banks Factory TRAVELING TO GRAND BANKS’ MALAYSIAN PRODUCTION LINE EASTERN GRANDEUR 8 BLUEWATER