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Regulator Marine Puts God & Community First
Regulator owners Joan and Owen Maxwell have been on a mission to improve the lives of those around them since the beginning, and their passion shows through the positive demeanor of their employees and the exceptional workmanship of their products.
Valhalla V-46 Customized as Superyacht Tender
Valhalla Boatworks and Viking Yachts’ ability to provide beyond the standard features for their yachts and center consoles and willingness to integrate components not on the options sheet does have some limits, but they are rarely reached.
Experiencing a Historic Ship-building Town with Princess Yachts
Plymouth, England is home to Princess Yachts and all their ancillary operations. Plymouth is also recognized as having the largest operational naval base in Western Europe, originally built in 1690. The historical allure of Plymouth is undeniable for anyone who visits, and Princess Yachts’ hospitality ensures the visitors are frequent and plentiful.
First Impressions of the Back Cove 372
The Back Cove 372 is a revitalization of the Back Cove 37, which enjoyed over a decade of success before undergoing design updates to the molds. After more than 200 hulls of the original 37, Bluewater was excited to be a part of the debut for the reborn 372.
Bluewater Sales Professionals Emphasize Relationships to Replicate Success
Many members of the Bluewater sales team have been around long enough to witness several highs and lows in boat sales and the marine industry. As in times past, they make some adjustments to their course heading and keep putting their best foot forward; always aiming to serve the customer’s best interest.
Soaking Up A Lifetime of Sailing & Cruising
Chartering sailboats in Maine through the eighties and nineties, Nick became attracted to the “Lobster Yachts” as they called them—Downeast style pleasure craft that took their design cues from the famed lobster boats of the Maine coast.
Introducing the Valhalla V-55 Center Console
Valhalla’s new V-55 will surpass the specifications of any “mega console” currently available. The company’s new flagship has more beam, greater fuel capacity and is the largest center console with Michael Peters’ Stepped-V Ventilated Tunnel hull form.
Bluewater’s New Annapolis Location Rallies Around Customers and Community
Nestled in the quaint community of Eastport, Bluewater’s newest office, located in Annapolis, is quietly becoming a steward to the community and recognized as an active member of the neighborhood.
Princess Yachts Make for a Pleasurable Cruising & Ownership Experience
Craig Kushner enjoys the full Princess Yachts ownership experience – even as a brokerage customer. For Craig and his wife Hilary, it all started in 2003 with a photograph of a new Princess V50.
Viking & Valhalla Continue to Update and Release New Models Despite The Challenges
As the marine industry hunkers down to maintain their focus on filling orders for dealers and customers, 58-year veteran manufacturers at Viking Yachts know that weathering a storm is old hat—they’re doing what they’ve always done—claw right through it.
Back Cove Focuses on Pleasing their Customers with Top Performing Models
While weathering the uncertain forecasts of the economy, supplies and inflation, the Back Cove team battened down and made deliberate choices to ensure their model offerings remained precise and of the highest quality in order to continue exceeding customers’ expectations.
The New Sabre 43 Salon Express
Exactly one year after being announced, Sabre Yachts unveiled the new Sabre 43 Salon Express at a fun-filled launch celebration in Portland, Maine. The Sabre team set-out to raise the bar on the highly successful 42 Salon Express, and have done exactly that!
Big Rock Kids Tournament
Big Rock Kids Tournament Morehead City, NC | July 13-16, 2022Just a few short weeks after a tournament to remember at Big Rock, Morehead City is getting ready for the second annual Big Rock Kids Tournament, July 13-16, 2022. Join us on Wednesday evening for the...
5 Reasons We Can Make You the Most In This Seller’s Market
Having a representative by your side who has your best interests in mind is important in any transaction, but there are many more rewards to reap by hiring a sales firm to list your boat.
How Regulator Marine is Overcoming Certain Supply Chain Issues
Regulator’s Director of Engineering, David Clubbs, tasked his electrical engineering team with figuring out how to create and configure each model’s critical wiring systems in-house instead of relying on an electrical vendor.
A Closer Look at the New Princess Y72
Taking cues from the larger Y-Class yachts, the Y72 is completed to the highest standards and offers several interior finish options. The refined hull form and twin MAN V12 engines provide sprightly acceleration, exceptional handling and commendable fuel consumption.
Jarrett Bay 70 an Ideal Test Bed for New High Horsepower Engines
Powering large sportfish vessels to higher speeds has long been a balancing act between horsepower and weight. One of the many challenges of engine development for this segment is to endeavor in packing more power into smaller packages.
Mack Boring helps introduce Scania to the U.S. Sportfishing Market
Scania, a well-known name in diesel engine, heavy truck and off-road equipment in Europe, South America and Asia, has reentered the United States sportfishing market in a partnership with Mack Boring and Parts Company and Viking Yachts.
Friendships and Fun Make the Bluewater Summer Cruise a Hit
Hosted in some form for many decades, the annual Bluewater Summer Cruise has become a primary draw for customers, a relaxing and fun christening event, and at times a casual VIP boat show.
A Comprehensive Refit for a Proven Sportfish Boat
The 61-foot sportfish boat “PAYSAGE” underwent a comprehensive refit at Jarrett Bay to include a repower and replacement of all wiring and nearly all mechanical equipment along with interior upgrades and reconfiguration to be reborn nearly brand new.
These Elite Sportfish Owners and their Crews Stop At Nothing to Chase the Bite in their Own Boats
At the top of the sportfishing tier is a collection of boat owners, captains, crew, anglers, and their family and friends that literally live to fish and will stop at nothing to chase the bite in their own boats, crossing oceans and shipping canals to get there.
Reflecting on a Lifetime of Leadership
As we turn the page to a new, unwritten chapter in the Bluewater Yacht Sales story, we’d like to take a moment to reflect on the traits of Bluewater’s founder, Curry Hall III. His leadership of Bluewater for over 54 years has touched many lives and cemented a legacy of vision and success in the marine industry.
Safe Harbor Partners with Bluewater Yacht Sales
Following the addition of Jarrett Bay Boatworks and the Bluewater Yachting Center and Service Facilities to the Safe Harbor network of marinas, Bluewater Yacht Sales is proud to announce a partnership with Safe Harbor Marinas as their preferred Yacht Sales affiliate.
Everglades Boats Partners with Bluewater in Two States
Bluewater Yacht Sales is excited to become the exclusive Everglades Boats dealer for all of North Carolina and Virginia. This new partnership improves Everglades’ reach in the Mid-Atlantic through a strong dealership presence with 54 years of experience.
A Closer Look at the Second-Generation Viking 64 Convertible
Right on the heels of the award-winning 54 Convertible, Viking unveiled the second-generation 64 Convertible at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show in October 2021.
Viking Engineers Improving A Successful Flagship
Viking Yachts has become known for pushing the boundaries of yacht manufacturing in their constant drive to build a better boat every day. In 2014, Viking celebrated their 50th anniversary with the release of its largest sportfish ever: the 92 Convertible.
A Closer Look at Jarrett Bay 67 “Sea Wish”
In Summer 2021, Jarrett Bay Boatworks delivered their latest custom sportfish to an avid fisherman whose offshore agenda is chock-full of grand destinations throughout the Caribbean. Custom hull 66, a 67-foot open bridge convertible named Sea Wish, boasts advanced...
Valhalla V-55 Announced
At the 2021 Viking and Valhalla VIP Boat Show, Valhalla Boatworks debuted the groundbreaking V-46 performance center console. Now, only a year later, Valhalla has promised to deliver something even bigger and better – the Valhalla V-55. Valhalla’s parent company,...
Robert Healey Sr. of Viking Yachts Passes at Age 92
The final month of 2021 brought sad news to the marine industry with the death of Robert T. Healey Sr., a.k.a. Bob Healey Sr., at the age of 92. Chairman of the Board of Viking for an incredible 57 years, Healey was also a lawyer, real estate developer and savvy businessman.
Bluewater Recognizes 2021 Award Winners
For the first time in nearly two years, the Bluewater Yacht Sales team joined together at the start of the New Year for camaraderie, education, and recognition at the Annual Sales Meeting in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Over the course of two days, the entire sales and...
