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Open House at Alubat

Join us at the Alubat boatyard in Les Sables d’Olonne, France for our Open House this coming May 31 to June 1 and get on board a new OVNI 370 and OVNI 430.

Amazing 43-ft Aluminum Sailboat

Full-time cruisers Roberta and Duca stopped by to visit us during the La Rochelle Boat Show for a tour of the NEW Ovni 430.

The ‘Small’ Huge Sailboat

Tour of the new Ovni 370 with Duca and Roberta on their YouTube channel Odd Life Crafting.

Aluminum Sailboat Misconceptions

“I have a friend, who knows a guy, who has a cousin, that bought an aluminum boat, and after a week in the marina the bottom fell out of her”.

Alubat Pricing

How Much Does a Well-Equipped Alubat Ovni Cost? Find out how we price the Ovni range of aluminum sailboats for the serious off-shore cruiser.

OVNI 490 Preview

The 490 shares some of the hallmarks of the Ovni range: shaft drive, full sailplan, centerboard, and spacious interior with a raised salon layout.

50 years of sailing excellence!

FIGARO nautisme | by François Tregouet

Half a century old and still thriving, Alubat, the Vendée-based shipyard, is not content with just being one of the world’s benchmarks in ocean cruising with its iconic Ovni yachts. Instead, with the enthusiasm of youth, it is preparing to launch three new monohulls over the next two years.

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STRENGTH ACROSS THE FULL RANGE OF ALUBAT Aluminum SAILBOATS

The new generation OVNI 370 with an inverted bow for improved performance and expanded the interior volume.

The new generation OVNI 430 with an inverted bow for improved performance and expanded the interior volume.

What sets the OVNI 490 apart are the protected pilot house and twin engines. 

The OVNI 450 stands out from the OVNI range and maintains a traditional cabin top styling.

Designing and building aluminum boats for blue water sailing. ​

The  Alubat shipyard  has been designing and building aluminum boats for blue water sailing since 1973. With more than 1,600 yachts built and with 50 years of expertise in metal work and carpentry, Alubat has unparalleled experience in the aluminum sailboat market.

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By having the ability to beach your boat, inspecting and servicing your yacht becomes less daunting than having to haul out.

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Go places where other sailboats can't.

Centerboard advantages, navigate shallow water.

From the turquoise waters of the Bahamas to the Alaskan ice fields, a lifting keel gives you the peace of mind to navigate in shallow water. 

The centerboard doesn’t sacrifice performance or safety, in fact, it can enhance performance when it comes to downwind sailing. 

Another advantage of a centerboard is the expanded possibilities to find docking in marinas that would otherwise be too shallow for a fixed keel sailboat.

Without the limitations of fixed keel boats, your cruising opportunities can take you through the maze of Europe’s ancient canals and the historic North American waterways.

The centerboard can be lifted manually or by using a hydraulic system.

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Welcome to Hutting Yachts

Since 1975 Hutting Yachts has stood for quality, craftsmanship and performance that has come from a passion for sailing and yacht building.

Start to find your exclusive aluminum sailing yacht, meticulously crafted according to your preferences within our semi-custom range, with sizes up to 55 feet.

We believe that to experience optimal freedom while sailing, you need maximum latitude in creating your dream sailing yacht—whether it involves an extensive refit or the realization of your ideal sailing yacht.

We guarantee the renowned ‘Hutting Quality’ in every detail, from our worldwide service to the highest safety standards inside and outside your yacht, all designed to ensure you experience the true feeling of freedom.

Aluminium Sailing Yachts

Exclusive aluminum sailing yachts. Crafted with high-quality standards and optimal safety in every detail. Ideal long-distance sailing yachts rooted in the core of design, fully customizable to your ideal preferences. A custom sailing yacht tailored to your own desires, sailing style, and travel destinations. Discover our newest sailing yacht: the Hutting 46, and the newest design of the Hutting 52 in cooperation with Hoek Design. 

We provide comprehensive refit services from start to finish, with everything conveniently located on one yard—from the mast to the hull and interior. Our goal is to ensure your yacht sails away as new. Additionally, we have the expertise to transform your yacht into an electric or hybrid sailing yacht if desired. Note: we can execute refits for yachts up to 85 feet.

Hybrid Yachts

Together with Stok-electric, we offer completely custom-made solutions for converting sailing yachts into electric or hybrid sailing yachts. We have a suitable, custom-made solution for almost every sailing yacht: from 10kW to 200kW. Prepare your sailing yacht for the future by combining a refit with the installation of an electric or hybrid system. 

Discover your dream sailing yacht in our selection of luxurious, seaworthy sailboats within a range of 35 – 65 ft. We are here to assist you in your search by leveraging our knowledge, expertise, and international network. 

“Keep up the good work on improving the finest dream a man can make in a lifetime”

Y. lafontaine – owner h40, discover the new hutting 46 explorer.

From miles away you recognize the renowned Hutting line from the water. Robust and solid, yet elegant with clearly defined classic lines. The Hutting 46 Explorer; the ideal long-distance cruiser exclusively built to your style.

LAUNCH EVENT APRIL 13TH 14:00 – 17:00

Step on board and discover the sailing yacht yourself during the exclusive in-water event on April 13th, including a lecture by ‘Van Oossanen Naval Architects’, covering all details of the yacht design! Register here for the event or contact us .

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Festive introduction of the Hutting 46 during the open day. Watch the after movie here!

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Boat of the Week: With an All-Aluminum Hull, This Rule-Breaking 250-Foot Superyacht Glimpses the Future of Design

The g250 concept is not only forward-thinking in its design, but its all-aluminum hull and superstructure are breaking the rules of superyacht construction., julia zaltzman, julia zaltzman's most recent stories.

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Silver Yachts’ 295-foot all-aluminum Bold shows that it can be done. As does Heesen’s 267-foot Galactica (formerly Project Cosmos), albeit with a patented “backbone” to minimize flex. But it’s a small list. Since the G250 was first floated as a possible collaboration with Ghost Yachts several years ago, only five aluminum yachts over 260 feet have been built.

“People regard aluminum as a good option for small tenders, but they don’t apply that mentality to the big boats,” McDiarmid told Robb Report . “In my opinion, if you build lighter, you build better.” The G250 employs a hard-chine planing hull with a wave-piercing reverse bow designed by Andrew Lea of Norson Design. It’s mated to a carbon-fiber reinforced superstructure and powered by four MTU diesel engines and double Voith Linear jets to deliver a predicted top speed of 37 knots.

“High-speed planing hulls are Andrew’s area of expertise,” says McDiarmid. “The advanced naval architecture and hybrid propulsion system sets this concept apart.”

From bow to stern, the G250 is an exercise in crossover design. It includes a shaded, sunken guest lounge on the main foredeck, which is revealed by raising a section of deck that sits on four poles. The “conversation pit” is a design trend borrowed from urban architecture, while its lift engineering is inspired by Japan’s Maglev trains, which use magnetic levitation to propel the trains forward. And in a nod to McDiarmid’s automotive design experience, a “Tom Petty pleat” runs amidships to aft, so-called in honor of the late singer whose songs were playing at the time the concept was being sketched.

McDiarmid’s “build lighter” mantra also extends to the number of decks. The G250 does away with the dedicated owner’s deck typically found on a yacht this size, keeping instead to a main deck, bridge deck and sundeck with jacuzzi. A large infinity pool on the main deck aft includes a waterfall that drops into a backlit water wall in the lower-deck beach club and spa.

“If an owner wants an extra deck we can certainly include it, but the yacht has better fuel economy without and is geared towards maximum efficiency,” he says.

Two 33-foot custom tenders, also featuring Tom Petty pleats, are stored in a tender garage forward. At the bow is a heliport, which is capable of supporting an AH145 helicopter. There are also accommodations for 20 crew.

The interior design by Silvia Iraghi complements the exterior, though with a less futuristic slant. A full-beam owner’s suite on the main deck forward enjoys two drop-down balconies on either side. The suite links to the main salon via a private library and study.

Designed with customization in mind, the earthy palette swaps bold colors for textures and natural materials, such as leather and stone. Iraghi was also careful to approach the design with buildability at the fore. Following several years as an interior installation manager at Germany’s Nobiskrug shipyard, Iraghi now works as an interior project manager at refit yard MB92 alongside running her own design studio.

“I didn’t want to put forward an interior concept that has wow factor at first glance, but can’t actually be built,” she told Robb Report . “I understand the extra costs and delays that in-build modifications cause, so I always design with weight, size and durability in mind.”

Featuring an even more efficient high-speed propulsion solution combined with increased levels of circularity and sustainability, the GWP-345 will “knock anything else out the water,” says McDiarmid. All that’s left is an owner willing to put his aluminum theory to the test with a new build.

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Since 1973, ALUBAT have been designing, building and commercializing 100% aluminium boats for blue water sailing. 

100% aluminium means that the hull, the deck, the coachroof and the cockpit are all made in aluminium. Everything is welded together with an inside and outside weld, because your safety is priceless. 

Lifting keels, ALUBAT have unparalleled experience in the aluminium boat market with more than 1,600 units built in over 49 years of expertise carried out by our metal workers, carpenters and shipwrights.

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 Since 1951, Striker Yacht Corporation has been an industry leader in yacht and shipbuilding in steel and aluminum construction. Striker was the first to produce an all plate vessel in 1956. Other famous builders of the time were steel or wood, Broward, Burger or Feadship to name a few. They quickly saw the advantage to aluminum. In fact, most of what the world knows about marine grade aluminum came from Striker as you will read in this site.

Strikers Running off Florida Coast         The New 70 Foot Striker's First Sea Trial                     Our association with Sedef Shipbuilding allows Striker the use of two highly skilled shipyards in Tuzla, Istanbul. These facilities allow us to become one of the largest builders of yachts, commercial, or naval shipbuilding in the world. Striker is now capable of multiple projects with lengths up to 1500ft (457 meters). We carry certifications through Sedef to build any project to any society specification, and in any required classification. All yacht and ship building projects can be bonded in excess of $1 Billion US dollars. Our team of professionals is composed of some of the finest  in their field, including world renowned Gregory C. Marshall , Naval Architect for most projects;  Ulutas , for their expertise in shipwright for their flawless fit and trim in the interior and exterior and 30 time award winning Donald Starkey for luxurious  interior designs.   More importantly, due to our association with Sedef Shipbuilding, all vessels are made with the finest attention to detail using the latest state of the art technology which will guarantee our clients years of safe and trouble- free enjoyment of their pleasure, commercial or naval vessels. It is our goal at Striker to build any type of vessel you desire to your highest expectations and beyond. It is our goal for you to be a satisfied client, and a member of the Striker family for decades to follow. 62 Foot Striker With the endless array of possibilities, Striker will meet the individual needs of any client.  Striker offers both custom and semi-custom aluminum sportfishing yachts from 50 feet to over 150 feet.  In the motoryacht category, we offer displacement and semi-displacement or high speed vessels from 18 meters up to 1500ft (457 meters).  As to our commercial division, we build high speed aluminum gun and patrol boats from 14 meters to over 70 meters. In the shipbuilding class, we build most types of ships from container, freighter, tankers, surface naval vessels to specialized ships up to 1500ft (457 meters). Incorporated into our building designs are the latest innovations for speed, efficiency, and seaworthiness for maximum comfort and fuel savings. New power systems from main propulsion to gas turbines, jet drives, pod systems, and generators by Caterpillar MTU and Rolls-Royce. Our mission is to create impressive value and permanent products based on new and existing technology to ensure years of trouble free use whether for pleasure or commercial applications. We at Striker operate in unison as a team of professionals with specialized expertise in each field of yacht and shipbuilding. Striker is known for being different and not ordinary. Dynamic and not static. We have become a name that has gained an advantageous position for advanced technology and established high quality controls not equaled by any other shipyard in the world.  By maintaining strict attention to details at each stage of the building process, we are capable of maintaining production and performance schedules without sacrificing any of the highest levels of quality control. With Tuzla, Istanbul, becoming a leader of marine construction in the yachting world, Striker has chosen to select this area for the future that promises that it will become a beacon of workmanship and professionalism in the marine industry. This is ever more evident as other European builders are already taking advantage of this area and have many current building projects underway. We welcome you to visit our shipyards in beautiful Istanbul, and to take a tour that is sure to impress the most discriminating client. Donald Starkey, N.A. (656 Feet) 200m Super Yacht Project Striker Striker Brochure Download PDF   200m Super Yacht PDF Dowload PDF   EDWARD E. ENNIS, JR. Chairman/CEO STRIKER YACHT CORPORATION Company verification:   http://striker-yacht.com/verification.asp   _gos='monster.gostats.com';_goa=472384; _got=1;_goi=65;_gol='web site stat';_GoStatsRun();

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Aluminum is our material of choice when it comes to yacht building. It is lightweight, strong, stiff, low maintenance and infinitely customisable.

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Why aluminum? The short answer is it is the best material to build boats with. The longer answer is that over the past two decades we have come to know the material inside and out. We know its strengths and its weaknesses. And the more we worked with it, the more we came to love its characteristics, its versatility and, not unimportant, its recyclability. Yesterday’s coffee capsule is tomorrow’s sail boat.

We have learned from our customer’s feedback, and have kept improving. Today, our customers come to Makkum from as far as Chile and Australia and our yachts can be found sailing literally from pole to pole. Which gives us the confidence that we are on the right track with aluminium.

Why choose an aluminium yacht?

Lightweight.

• Strong & safe

Low maintenance

Sustainable.

Aluminum is three times lighter than steel. A lighter hull offers a shallower draught, lower fuel consumption. To sum it up: better overall performance.

Strong and safe

Much lighter than steel (3x) and much, much stronger than composite, aluminum makes it possible to build a yacht that is light, yet strong, and thus safer yacht.

Contrary to steel, modern aluminum alloys do not rust. Our yachts have a bare aluminum hull, and sometimes even superstructure, for a low maintenance lifespan. And if damage occurs, aluminum is easy to repair. This makes aluminum yachts retain their value over a very long period of time.

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Dreamyard Explore the boundless potential of aluminium.

Engineering Next to building complete yachts we also engineer parts. From hulls and superstructures, booms and tillers to keels.

Construction Elevate your projects to new heights with our premium aluminium constructions. Whether you’re envisioning art installations, grand constructions or embarking on ambitious architectural endeavors, KM Yachtbuilders is your trusted partner. Our craftsmen and cutting-edge technology ensure flawless execution, every step of the way.

Next to material characteristics, sustainability is an important factor for us to choose aluminum. Compared to carbon fibre, the production process is cleaner and the best part, aluminum can be recycled and reused. Yesterday’s coffee capsule is tomorrow’s sail boat.

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Aluminum Yachts

Aluminum yachts are light, fast, relatively durable, and convenient in servicing. they don’t corrode or rot from the constant contact with water, they are capable of carrying the necessary load, and they can really serve you for a long period of time. the decision to purchase is entirely up to you..

The price of an aluminum yacht is rarely cheap, if you’re not talking about an old vessel. Very often aluminum is the material of choice for mega-yacht construction and premium class boats. There are models, however, intended for the general consumer. But in this category they are being squeezed out by the plastic fiber yachts, as being cheaper and simpler in construction.

An aluminum hull will undoubtedly cost you more than plastic, but at the same time will be more efficient money-wise, than a wooden or a steel one. The same could be said about the cost of operating and servicing it.

Aluminum Yacht Net Cost.

The cost of building an aluminum hull consists of two factors:

• The price and volume of the aluminum;
• Method of processing.

Aluminum is more expensive than steel and one would naturally assume that would greatly influence the cost of a hull, but that is not the case. The thing is that the aluminum is very soft. It is very easily bent and welded compared to steel. Even a thick sheet of aluminum is very pliable. The processing and hull construction greatly influence price.

The low weight of this metal makes the engineer’s job easier too. They can form almost anything out of it, creating nearly any hull shape they like (within reason), making the yacht practically any size they need.

Performance Features of the Aluminum.

The main advantage that most of the owners can appreciate, even those with no knowledge of chemistry, is aluminum’s ability to withstand corrosion. This is true only in the case when aluminum is used in the open air, above the water. The reason for this is the finest oxide layer that is formed once the metal is exposed to air. That thin layer is what protects the metal from corrosion.

It is also very good at withstanding fresh water. However, it gets more complicated with salt water. For many years, the shipbuilders preferred steel as their material of choice. Everything changed when the chemists came up with a way to raise the corrosion resistance with additives. Today, aluminum yachts are made from alloys of magnesium and silicon (so called alloy 5803). Therefore, when engaging an unknown manufacturer or non-specialized company for building your yacht, you need to ask about the kind of aluminum that is used and its composition. That is the only way to assure that the aluminum will not be affected by corrosion.

The second advantage to aluminum is the weight. Aluminum is obviously lighter than steel, and in some cases, wood. It is the second lightest material after plastic, so it gains speed very easily and is very maneuverable.

Aluminum has one setback – its low durability. Excessive softness of material, which is very advantageous during manufacturing, may become a drawback during use. In cases where a steel yacht is not even dented, an aluminum one can break or tear. On a positive note, most minor collisions result in dents that can easily be repaired.

Refurbishing Value and Maintenance.

There is no need to take your personal aluminum yacht to the specialists every year. The entire routine checkout can be done on your own. Even when section of the paint come off, there’s no big harm done – aluminum is capable of withstanding some exposure to salt water.

Repairing your yacht after some accidents is a little more complicated. If there’s a dent, you can try to flatten it out - the metal is very soft and pliable. If there’s a tear, you will definitely need to go to the professional welders and what is more important, see to it that the patch is made from exactly the same kind of alloy.

Aluminum Yachts for Sale

Atlantic Yacht and Ship, Inc., has aluminum yachts for sale from individual owners and large-scale yacht manufacturers throughout the world. In business since 1959, our stock of aluminum yachts includes Trinity, Admiral, Wider 2016, Sunrise, Heesen, Ocea France 2017, and other new and previously owned aluminum yachts for sale.

Often, one of the reasons for choosing an aluminum yacht over a steel yacht is cost. However, there are many other things to take into consideration before making such a profound purchase; which is why it is important to deal with an experienced yacht broker that can assist you with more than just the sales process.

We are fully licensed yacht brokers with experience in yacht purchases and sales throughout the world and can assist you with everything you need to know about aluminum yachts.

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Our legendary construction and craftsmanship are built in to every boat we put our name on. The Bass Series offers you an outstanding fishing boat that will fit your budget. Best of all, it comes with the dependability you expect.

Wet decks are no problem with our Xtreme Coat floor liner and large storage compartments. They are perfect for holding all the things you need for a successful day fishing for trout, redfish, flounder or tarpon.  

Xpress Boats, the original all-welded aluminum company has done it again! The all-welded aluminum skiff provides a solid fishing platform and outstanding performance characteristics for years of enjoyment!

Utilizing the boating industry’s premiere hull design, the Crappie Series provide an incredible amount of storage, large fishing decks, plenty of livewell space, a removable bait bucket, and most importantly comfort.  

Whether you’re skimming mud flats, weaving through timber, or roaring down a deep channel, your new Xpress Hunting Series Boat will provide you with XCITEMENT for every moment of your hunting or fishing trip.  

While pursuing monster cats on the mighty Mississippi River or any large body of water, you need a boat full of fight and capable of handling any situation. The Explorer Catfish Series has the muscle it takes to battle rough water conditions.

THE XPRESS DIFFERENCE

No two boats are built the same. They may both have an attractive exterior covered with shiny metallic paint, but the hull design, structural support, and substrate can vary drastically. Each component of our all-welded aluminum boats comes together to deliver The Xpress Difference.  

• The Original All-Welded Aluminum Boat
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Xpress Boats, creator of the original all-welded aluminum boat, understands that your time is valuable and we appreciate your interest and investment in our innovative product. With care and maintenance, you will experience decades of xcitement with your Xpress craft.

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In 1966, our very first weld established the foundation of a company founded on a commitment to manufacture the finest all-welded aluminum boat. Three generations later, our family commitment remains the same and has not and will not deviate from that premise. Learn more about our history .

Xpress Boats continues to flourish and revolutionize by investing in technology and improving our methodology to guarantee the finest, cost-efficient solution on the water today. Discover additional information about our construction process .

We invite you to join our family, knowing you will be part of a tradition and heritage that no other company can profess. We are the original all-welded aluminum boat company and we build xcitement into every boat we manufacture. Contact your local Xpress Boats dealer to become part of this xcitement!

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“I have enjoyed fishing and boating my whole life. I bought my first bass boat in 1992. After 30 years and three bass boats, I decided I wanted a boat that fished any way I wanted and always brought me home. Functional, safe, and reliable without compromising performance. Fishing with a guide who runs an Xpress, plus watching some of Bill Lowen’s videos convinced me that Xpress was the right decision, so I made the leap from fiberglass to aluminum in 2021. The best features of my X21 begin with fishability. The huge front deck and well-organized storage allow me to carry more than I need daily on the water. I also love the SeaDeck surface. It’s easy to clean, looks great, and dries fast. The lighter weight of my X21 makes towing a little easier on my truck and fuel budget. My X21 is at least 1,400 pounds lighter than my last 21-foot fiberglass boat. The Yamaha SHO is fuel efficient. I expect it to be as reliable as my previous Yamaha, which I ran for 19 years. I now have over 100 hours on the boat and look forward to hundreds more. Fishing for me is about making memories with my daughters and friends. My X21 takes all the worry out of boating and water conditions. Our memories on the boat are good ones including landing a few big fish and some long trips to Canada.”

“My favorite features on my 2023 SW22Bay with a Yamaha 175 SHO are the shallow water capability of the tunnel hull, spacious interior, and large amounts of storage. It is the perfect boat for the shallow rocky coastline of the Big Bend region in Florida. I definitely think aluminum is the best choice around the oyster bars and rocky areas I fish. Buying from Waymon at Jack’s Boats and Trailers in Perry, FL, was the best experience I ever had purchasing a boat. Every step in the process was easy and smooth. He went above and beyond to make sure we were happy.”

“I own and operate Pine Cliff Lodge , a remote, world-class fishing experience located in Ontario. We have ten 20-foot Xpress center console boats with 50 hp Yamaha’s, Lowrance electronics, and Minn Kota trolling motors. Our fleet has endured heavy wear and tear as “rentals” over the past seven years being used daily. The all-welded aluminum hull can take a beating, it rides smooth, and outperforms on choppy water. The raised decks offer a great fishing platform, plus abundant storage. The deep pocket around the console provides safety and stability to small children and mobility-impaired anglers. The textured coating on the decks has weathered well. These boats and hardy and hold up well in the toughest of environments.”

“I am the owner of an Xpress X21. This boat has blown me away! The storage is unreal. If you can fill this boat up with gear, you have too much stuff. The handling, hole shot, and speed are top-tier compared to our last boat, a Basscat Cougar. This boat will handle any assortment of water you throw at it. The SeaDek turns heads, strikes up conversations, and feels so good in the summer when barefoot. Plus, it provides a soft, cool space for our young child. I can’t thank Carey & Sons Marine enough for making the buying process enjoyable and easy.”

“I have a 2019 Xpress HD16DBX. I love the way it has so much room to walk around in! It is very stable. You don’t have to worry about “rocking the boat”! The boat turns sharp and keeps itself flat instead of leaning into turns like a jon boat! Another plus is how tough it is. I have run over a couple of logs and I haven’t had one dent or problem. My HD16DBX is a super tough boat. I like it a lot!”

“I love the H22Bay that I bought from Seals Outboard in Charleston. I haven’t had a single problem has plenty of storage for rods. My cousin and I compete in tournaments together from South Caroline to Florida. We have fished from 6 inches to 100 feet of water. It’s the best aluminum boat I’ve ever run! It is dry and rides well. We run the dog snot out of it and the boat takes it.”

“The Hyper-Lift Hull and Yamaha SHO on my X18 Pro that I purchased from Bryan’s Marine in Vidalia, LA, get on pad in under 4 seconds. The holeshot is absolutely remarkable. This boat easily fishes tournaments on any size lake or river. I’ve fished in as shallow as 8” of water. The BackTrack Trailer weighing under 600 lbs. makes it much easier on my truck to haul long distances and is strong enough to keep my boat secured. I can cut narrow corners when running & never have to worry about sliding or blowing out. My X18 is and always will be my tournament boat of choice with plenty of storage, two built-in drink coolers, and drainage systems that allow me to compete in the rain. I’ll never buy any other boat besides an Xpress!”

“With my Xpress H22Bay I have harvested my biggest public land buck to date, caught countless fish, and gotten to some of the best duck hunting spots in the state. My favorite things about my Xpress are the front raised deck platform, the large amount of dry storage, and the two live wells. I can honestly say this boat has helped me have the best hunting and fishing experiences of my life. I wouldn’t trade this boat for anything.”

“Versatility, speed, and stability would be my three favorite features of my XP20CC. Whether hunting diver ducks on big water or running the river and backwaters, you can comfortably hunt four men and a dog with all your decoys and equipment. You can take the blind off in the spring, put the trolling motor down, fish a tournament, or enjoy a fun day on the lake with family and friends. My Xpress handles any job on the water 365 days a year.”

“My favorite features of my Xpress H17 bass boat are the wide deck, the xtreme coat liner on the gunwale because of how cool it stays in the heat, and the SeaDek because of how easy it is to clean off after a day on the water. I bought our boat from Shipp’s Marine in Gladewater, Texas. The buying process was painless and they rigged our boat with everything I needed.”

“I am the current owner of a 2020 X21 with a Yamaha 250. This boat is a BEAST! Handles rough water just as good as a glass boat. Shallow water or deep water this boat performs flawlessly. The X21 has a ridiculous amount of storage from the bow to the stern. If you are in the market for a new boat, I highly recommend checking them out!”

“We bought our 2020 H20 Bay brand new from F&S Yamaha & Marine in Spring Grove, PA. We love the SeaDek flooring, especially while fishing barefoot, and it’s so easy to clean. The full-size livewell works great for keeping bass alive during my club tourneys and the lined rod boxes can easily fit 10 rods on each side. The Hyper-Lift hull with 115 Yamaha SHO gets on plane fast and is flat-out fun to drive. The custom-made BackTrack trailer is a cinch to load and is very handsome with LED lights, diamond plate fenders, and no maintenance aluminum wheels. We love our H20 and never get tired of the compliments at the ramp.”

“The Xpress H22B has been the go-to boat for my electronics training business. I currently perform electronics setups, training, and search and recovery, along with training seminars for high school and college fishing teams. My Xpress H22B is currently rigged with state-of-the-art Humminbird and Minn Kota equipment, and I have been a representative of these two companies for over 10 years now. Maneuverability, a stable platform, and the ability to draft very shallow water are vital in the success of the recovery of objects and drowning victims with my electronics. My Xpress provides these qualities flawlessly no matter the weather conditions.”

“I’ve always liked the look of Xpress bay boats and always told myself I would get one. Living in the Low Country, we have an amazing fishery. I spend most of my time in the inlet chasing redfish, trout, and flounder. This H20 Bay has been an amazing boat and has opened up my horizons of how far I can go inshore and offshore. I’m looking forward to more adventures in this rig with family and friends! It’s the best boat on the market!”

“My hubby and I have always loved the outdoors. We discovered the H22 Bay and loved the room this boat has, with plenty of deck and a lot of walking space around the console, which is a big deal when gator hunting. The storage was awesome as well. Plus, it’s a great-looking ride! So, we purchased the boat from Boat Sales of Lake Wylie and have loved it ever since. Our Xpress boat has probably had more gators inside of it than any Xpress in America! It’s so durable and never lets us down! We love it!”

“I love my X21 Pro w/Yamaha 250 and love talking about the boat. It draws so much attention at every boat ramp I go to. People still don’t believe that an aluminum boat can go that fast and handle that well (I’ve taken some people on rides). What amazed me the most was how well it fishes in big waves, but also floats in 10 inches of water getting to the back of little creeks. The buying process went very smoothly, they handled all of the additional paperwork well, and had me in my boat within a couple of days. They did a great job installing a new Hummingbird Helix 9 on the bow.”

“The 3 things I like most about my Xpress X19Pro are the shallow water capability. It can go where fiberglass boats can’t or won’t go. It has superior handling. It just floats above the waves on full plane in rough water. Finally, it’s a lightweight boat coming in at 1,300 lbs, which saves wear and tear on the vehicle, makes it easier to tow, and saves on fuel. I had a very good buying experience with Cary and Sons Marine in Texas.”

“The Hyper-Lift Hull on my H24Bay has to be the best hull in the aluminum boat category. It’s smooth riding even in a good chop, shoots out the water like a rocket, and allows you to holeshot in shallow water. The Yamaha SHO will forever be my choice of power. One more of my favorite features about the boat is the abundance of lights in all the compartments and live wells. The team at Florida Family Marine tricked the boat out as much as possible. When people ask what I think about the boat I always tell them you will be Xpressed with it.”

“My H22B offers great performance and is the most comfortable fishing boat I’ve owned. The Yamaha 175 HP powers the 22-foot boat nicely. The SeaDek is something I didn’t know I’d like as much as I do. Easy on the feet and knees when you have to get down and dirty. I’m an avid bass fisherman, fishing probably three times a week year-round. The gas mileage is impressive. The Minn Kota trolling motor with i-Pilot has more hours than the engine. Whether freshwater or saltwater, my H22B performs perfectly.”

“My first thought on the H20Bay is “wow, this thing is beautiful.” The Hyper-Lift hull is crazy good when it comes to getting on plane. With 4 adults, a full fuel tank, gear, and ice chests it had no problem getting on plane. Here in Mobile Bay, it can get quite choppy quick and it handled the chop really well. I’m extremely pleased with the handling as that was one of my biggest concerns. Plenty of storage and all pumps, batteries, and wiring are easily accessible. 10/10 recommend all day! Very pleased to say I’m an Xpress owner!”

“The H24Bay that I purchased from Marshall’s Marine in Georgetown, SC is the best boat out there in my opinion! A lot of these guides talked bad about the aluminum boat industry until I gave them a ride on my boat. I will put my Xpress up against any of their fiberglass boats in rough water, shallow water, or anything! Y’all killed it with this design! The open walking room is perfect for charter fishing like I do!”

“If you are in the market for a durable and dependable aluminum boat, look no further! Xpress Boats are the top of the line when it comes to aluminum boats! Not only do they look great, but they ride like no other. The simplicity of the boat is my favorite quality! As a tournament fisherman, it is important to know that my boat will perform the same each time. I purchased my X21Pro from Bayou Outdoor Supercenter in Bossier City, Louisiana, and the customer service has been exceptional! Needless to say, Xpress Boats are the way to go!”

“After owning 5 hulls in 3 years, I found the XP200 to be exactly what I needed. My favorite features of the Xpress are the textured interior Xtreme Coat in combination with the washdown pump, the livewell/baitwell, and the HD hull, which gives me the benefits of aluminum with the stability of glass. My Xpress has kept me on the water year-round, fishing for anything and everything, and has yet to fail me. It is without a doubt the most versatile boat I have ever fished out of and had the pleasure to own!”

“I absolutely love my H20B! I have two kids so the jump seats were a big plus for me and it’s probably the easiest boat to pull I’ve ever owned with the weight of the boat and the trailer is so light.   Maneuverability is awesome in the boat as well. I fish freshwater exclusively because I live in Oklahoma. The 115 Yamaha SHO is perfect for my application and I haven’t found any water or weather that I won’t take this boat out in. It handles anything and everything I want it to. I have never taken this thing on the water and not gotten compliments on it.”

“By far the best aluminum boat on the market! I own an X19Pro powered by a 175 Yamaha. The gas tank is huge. The front deck is big enough to have a house party. The boat can reach up to 60+ mph in a heartbeat. Don’t even get me started about the tons of storage. I have 27+ rods in the locker with room to add more, plus the center compartment can fit me laying down in it. The buying process at Custom Marine was very straightforward and they made sure I was happy with my purchase. Seriously a great boat for all these features.”

“My favorite features on my Xpress H17 Hyper-Lift Bass are the storage, big fishing deck, and SeaDek. I bought my H17 from BoatWrx in Springfield, MO. The sales team was extremely helpful, quick to find exactly what I wanted, and very thorough in getting the sale done right with the extra components added to my Xpress.”

“I’ve had my 2022 Skiff 185 out on inland rivers, lakes, and inshore. No matter what I ask of it, it delivers. It’s just a phenomenal fishing platform. I’ve owned multiple aluminum boats over the years and what absolutely amazes me about this boat compared to those in the ‘feel’ and sound. It is so quiet and solid feeling you forget it’s aluminum. I’ve had this in some serious chop and could not believe how smooth and dry the ride was. It’s a well-thought-out boat, well constructed, and a pleasure to operate.”

“My H24 Bay is a haus! I love the dual live wells because I do a lot of live bait fishing. They keep fish and bait alive all day and are plenty big enough to accommodate the limit of fish. There is plenty of room for passengers and gear. Finally, I love the way the boat rides and handles. It turns on a dime, gets up on plane in little to no water, can be trimmed out while running wide open, and never bounces. I bought the boat from Marshall’s Marine, which went very smoothly. Great job Xpress!”

“The top three features that I like most about my X21Pro are the SeaDek that allows me to fish barefoot all summer long, the Hyper-Lift hull the provides tremendous speed and agility, and the storage compartments that allow me to store a maximum amount of tackle, rods, and equipment, which is very helpful for tournament fishing. I have never owned a bass boat with as much storage! My buying process with Carey and Sons Marine, near Dallas, TX, was fantastic!”

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Aluminium Strongall Specialist – Sailing and motor yachts

Located in Tarare since 1963, META is the manufacturer of Bernard Moitessier's historical JOSHUA. Thanks to the Strongall ® assembly process, patented by the shipyard in 1977, and its unique know-how the shipyard designs and builds sailboats, trawlers, speedboats and other floating buildings using the deck hull prestressed aluminum technique: our constructions are efficient, innovative, comfortable and very resistant.

The History of the Site

It is in Chauffailles, in Saône et Loire, that Jean Fricaud, an enlightened self-taught metallurgist, takes advantage of his workshops to build his first 11m steel motor-sailer: the SAINTE MARTHE. At the age of 13, Joseph, the eldest son, dreams of cars, drawing and mechanics... and of leaving school as soon as possible in order to start an apprenticeship-which he will do, with his father's blessing.

The workshops, in full effervescence, set up a construction line for hydraulic shovels, Joseph finished his apprenticeship as a mechanic in Lyon and left to enrich his technical knowledge in various regional boiler making workshops hoping, as soon as possible, to practice metallurgy on his own account.

Still in Chauffailles, Jean Fricaud is approached by Bernard Moitessier, for whom he agrees, as a good patron, to build the steel hull of JOSHUA. At the same time, Joseph set up under the name META and became a subcontractor for his father's excavator company.

Jean Fricaud, in Chauffailles, has exhausted all the possibilities for expanding his hydraulic excavator construction company and sets up an additional workshop in Tarare, on the RN7, near Lyon. META, still in Chauffailles, began to diversify and expanded its range of construction equipment.

Jean Fricaud seized the opportunity of a lifetime and sold his prosperous business to an industrial group: he had just built the motorboat NADINE and could finally devote himself to deep-sea fishing. But the buyer does not want to expand to Tarare, where the workshop has just been completed. Sensing "the emergence of a market", Jean proposed to his son to build steel boats there. Joseph obeyed and fate precipitated events: thanks to the publicity generated by Bernard Moitessier's exploits, META became a full-fledged shipyard in Tarare.

After having built more than 70 JOSHUAS, more than 30 DAMIENS II, and many other steel hulls, Joseph launches a big paving stone in the pond and abandons steel in favor of STRONGALL® aluminum, which he has just patented. His pre-stressed aluminum construction technique makes it possible to create extremely resistant deck hulls. The young subsidiary PROMETA, directed by François Fevre, also abandons steel for STRONGALL®.

Patrice Passinge is 17 years old when he joins META as a metal worker, under the supervision of André Ravatier, the company's workshop manager. Joseph carefully follows Patrice's efforts, and despite his young age, he soon proves to be an outstanding journeyman.

Patrice Passinge became workshop manager when, after his excellent career at META, André Ravatier took his legitimate retirement. At the end of the 90's, aware that Joseph was getting older, various buyers came forward with the objective of expanding the company. But Joseph wanted to preserve the family spirit of the company and decided to pass on META to Patrice, who had a solid background and an excellent culture of the business.

Joseph definitively transfers the META Chantier Naval Spécialiste du STRONGALL® brand and all its activities to Patrice Passinge.

Construction and launch of FLEUR AUSTRALE, the magnificent custom sailing boat designed for and by Philippe Poupon. This large expedition ketch travels in all the waters of the world in complete safety, from the Arctic to the Antarctic via the Pacific Ocean.

Design and construction of the Ecotroll 39 in partnership with Jean-Pierre Brouns and the Olbia shipyard. The smallest troller approved for ocean navigation, it sailed from Lyon to Greenland through canals and oceans before returning to Lyon via the Canal du Midi in spring 2011.

50 years of META Shipyard on the island of Frioul opposite Marseille. Great meeting with many clients and personalities owning META yachts.

META is diversifying by proposing hulls for various floating projects, such as the development of a floating restaurant (entre deux ô) visible on Roanne.

Based on our floating projects, Dominique Renouf called on META to build Solar Carriage. Real floating habitats with electric propulsion, the Solar Carriage are powered by photovoltaic panels and can navigate on canals and rivers in an ecological way, an important value of our company. In parallel, META is working on its first production boat, the META 36.

Thursday March 12, a few hours before the first presidential address concerning the containment due to COVID-19, Philippe Brabetz signs the takeover of META Chantier Naval Specialist of the STRONGALL®. Patrice Passinge will launch a carpentry workshop dedicated to the interior fittings of the META 36, at the Tarare location.

The takeover is final and the shipyard, renamed META Yachts—Architect Shipyard—Strongall® Specialist, resists to the COVID wave and follows its course. Philippe conceides his TurboKeels® patent to the company and initiates a range of innovative designs for modern, attractive and highly performing sailboats, new motorboats. META Yachts confirms the desire to invest in environmentally clean projects such as electro-solar housing barge carried by Dominique Renouf, and gorgeous Noé boat, carried by Nicolas Lallemand.

Inauguration de META Yachts Services, à Port Saint Louis du Rhône, sur la côte méditerranéenne, cofondée par Philippe Brabetz et Fréderic Switala, pour l'entretien, le gardiennage et la vente de bateaux META Yachts d'occasion.

Technical Legacy

Bernard moitessier, writer of great talent, exceptional sailor and philosopher recognized well beyond our borders, bernard moitessier (1925 – 1994) has become a legend..

He has given rise to strong vocations by communicating his precious philosophy to all those who, in love with freedom, have “taken the plunge” and are blossoming far from our agitated lands. Everything or almost everything… has been said and written about Bernard, a very unusual character. “I am weighing these words because I fear that his formidable genius of simplicity has escaped some people and has disappeared into the oblivion of history, which would be unjust and regrettable. More than any other sailor, Bernard was haunted not only by the obligation of robustness of the boat, but also by maintenance, hence maximum simplicity. In this perfect sailor’s logic, the deck of JOSHUA – by its very studied simplicity – has always constituted, in my eyes, an essential work reference. Today, every builder (amateur or professional) should be inspired by the best of this masterpiece of practical common sense, on aluminum as on steel.

Drastically simple, but with minimum solutions that have been carefully thought through… On the JOSHUA bridge, nothing should catch, nothing should hurt, nothing should jam: no rails or screwed parts, but welding of sturdy rings instead (to make it easier to surf with the brush, to keep everything clean, and to do away with protective adhesives! Moreover, the most economical solutions were the order of the day, because Bernard was really not rich when Jean, my father, built for him in 1961, the hull number 1 of JOSHUA in CHAUFFAILLES. Among the original features of this deck plan – of a monarchal rigor – the famous “Chinese hood” for example, is worth the detour: 100% watertight thanks to its judicious volumes of depression in spite of the absence of flexible joint, inviolable, reducing thermal bridges, it divides by 3 the times of painting on its perimeter while maintaining the aspect of the new: who does better?

I was very young in the trade when my small team of journeymen started the construction of the JOSHUAS in TARARE, and Bernard’s sponsorship was a great help to me!

More than forty years separate us today from the launching of Bernard’s hull in LYON, and the spirit of the master is still deeply rooted in our reflexes – everything that could be tried differently often turned out to be less convincing, so thank you Bernard for your intelligent contribution to the design of the metal decks of our sailing ships.

Joseph FRICAUD

, Founder of META Chantier Naval

Our Strongall ® construction technique

There is no such thing as the a universal or perfect material, and here is why we have chosen aluminum to replace steel:.

• Aluminum boats are solid: constructions are homogeneous, without joints between welded elements and without weaknesses caused by composite associations of various materials
• Aluminum boats have a great longevity, are a good investment when budgets are under control and if they’ve been well designed and especially well built, they maintain a good rating when resold
• Aluminum grades 5083 and 5086 require little maintenance

Why Strongall ® ?

This aluminum construction method was developed and patented by META Chantier Naval in 1977. The concept is that of a self-supporting aluminum deck hull, based on the use of thick sheets: the transverse structure is then reduced to a minimum (integrated tanks, engine cradle, mast belt, crash-box or watertight bulkhead) depending on the size of the boat. This type of construction is synonymous to robustness and longevity, warrants of the significant investment a boat represents over the years.

The Advantages of Strongall ® :

• Stronger than equal weight steel construction
• About 30% lighter than the same steel shell with comparable strength
• The use of thick sheets allows a greater intensity in welding thus eliminating the risk of “sticking”, and guarantees a better fusion of the metal
• Little or no deformation of the plating sheets
• The thickness of the sheets increases the resistance to corrosion and significantly reduces the risk of metal fatigue (repeated cycles of torsion-bending of the planks where the hull is a hollow beam moving on complex waves and swell phenomena)
• The hull is treated with inorganic Zinc Silicate
• The painting of the dead works and the bridge is only necessary for cosmetic reasons, they can remain raw without consequence for the material.
• A significant advantage for the shipowner, the absence of internal restrictive structures makes the design of the fittings more flexible.

Architectural constraint:

The hulls require developable hull surfaces and lively chine(s)—easily integrated in elegant and efficient designs!

Over 300 sailboats, motorboats and trollers have been built in Tarare since 1977, their extreme robustness secures navigation in particularly difficult areas: Arctic, Northwest Passage, Antarctica… COME MEET US IN TARARE, AND GET A FEELING OF WHAT WE REALLY DO!

TurboKeels®

A solution for ballasting lead from one side to the other….

To displace the center of gravity without relying on complex tilting keels, Philippe Brabetz, new owner of the Meta shipyard, has come up with an ingenious solution: TurboKeels®, or how to ballast lead from one keel to another!

Already used on tilting keel sailboats such as IMOCAs, the system literally involves shifting the center of gravity of the boat—but a tilting keel requires a large draft and a complex, expensive and above all fragile mechanism not suitable for cruising yachts.

With TurboKeels®, Philippe Brabetz applies the above basic premise to twin keel boats. The 2 keels are then used as reservoirs to accommodate the ballast which travels from one keel to the other as needed, and following a closed circuit mechanism activated by a simple pump.

The advantages of Turbokeels are:

• Enhances power
• Diminishes heel angle
• Allows for shallow draft
• Simple, reliable and economical

Stronglite®

—The Stronglite ® technique is undergoing scrutiny by our R&D team—

you can stay tuned and follow our social media networks

Philippe Brabetz

Owner & CEO

Nathalie Simon

Administration & Sales

Marin Ducoux

Design Office Manager

Serge Calka

Export & Communication

Johan Tardif

Naval architect, Engineer

Dockyard Technical advisor

Aluminum Ship Builder

Naval Engineer

Philippe Brabetz has an architecture degree from the Paris-La-Villette School of Architecture. While studying to become a building specialist, he attends Dominique Presle’s naval architecture courses and becomes passionate about the subject.

He graduates shortly after the first Gulf War, when jobs were hard to come round, and nevertheless manages to join the Guignols’ team at Canal+, working at the design and production of TV sets and special effects as of 1995. Ten years later, still passionate about shipbuilding, he joins the Nantes Naval Architecture DPEA which he tops by an internship for the construction of America’s Cup Areva Challenge monohull. During his collaboration with shipyards and naval architecture firms in France, Spain and Morocco, he invents TurboKeels: a twin-keel system whose lest is ballasted from side to side. The invention patented, taking over META Shipyard seemed like the next best thing to do.

His mission is to consolidate the achievements of the legendary shipyard, but also to add the creative touch that will allow META to navigate today’s challenging waters and thus continue its fantastic adventure.

Born in the same valley as META and with a name familiar to windserfers worldwide, her career was mapped out: since 2008, Nathalie has been assisting the shypyard’s management from an administrative, commercial and accounting point of view.

An Executive Assistant by training, she favors positions which allow for the widest diversity of tasks, within human scale structures. It is an interactive and stimulating format that she appreciates and that participates to the great complementarity between her very “maritime” professional activity and very terrestrial personal interests: running, cycling, hiking are all activities which fill her up with the energy and enthusiasm we much appreciate.

Nathalie is a valued collaborator, who faithfully has and does contribute to the welfare of the company .

A naval architecture engineer with a degree from ENSTA Bretagne, Marin’s work at META combines his passion for sailing and his experience of ocean cruising with the technical skills acquired through his training.

As an admirer of Gérard Janichon (Damien) and Bernard Moitessier (Joshua), he says he’s proud to be able to contribute to the development of META and its new series of ocean-going yachts, with modern lines and a spirit of adventure still intact.

Lover of nature, water sports, and concerned about the environment, Victor tackles his new adventure : his meaningful collaboration as a fully-fledged member of the META team.

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Specialised Masters in Naval and Offshore Architecture/Engineering Offshore engineering, ENSTA Brest

Fluid Dynamics and Energy in Physics, Université Paris-Saclay

Fundamental Physics, Paris-Saclay University

Lionel has learned and confectioned his skill at aluminum ship building at META, where he’s been a faithful member of the team since 2004. He has become the metalworkers’ go-to person for all questions related to Strongall ® boat building techniques.

Not only is he an experienced boilermaker, he’s got a secret skill up his sleeve: he grows grapes which participate in the making of one of the local Rhone wines.

We’re looking forward to the META vintage 😉

Etudiant-ingénieur en architecture navale à l’ENSTA Bretagne, Marin allie en travaillant chez META sa passion pour la voile et ses expériences de croisières hauturières avec les acquis techniques de sa formation.

Admirateur de Gérard Janichon (Damien) et de Bernard Moitessier (Joshua), il se dit fier de pouvoir contribuer au développement de META et de sa nouvelle série de voiliers hauturiers aux lignes modernes et à l’esprit d’aventure toujours intact.

Le chantier est donc très heureux de pouvoir compter parmi ses équipes ce Marin très compétent—mais aussi parfaitement polyvalent, avec un très bel esprit d’équipe et un sourire communicatif.

Anticorrosion

Your anti-corrosion solution for 50 years.

This zinc-based product is the best protection against hull corrosion so far. We are its historical retailer and use it for all of our boats.

Whether used as antifouling or covered by a regular antifouling, METAGRIP ® welds perfectly to the steel or aluminum hull thanks to the absorption phenomenon.

It does not deteriorate and therefore fully respects the underwater environment.

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