EXPLORATION UNLIMITED
Fleming Yachts’ mantra is ultra-dependability – especially when cruising remote seas where the chance of any assistance is between unlikely and impossible. Along with hull design that blends seaworthy performance with comfort, onboard systems are engineered to the highest standards. Integrated redundancy provides an ability to proceed should an unexpected equipment failure occur at the least desirable moment.
“An ideal cruise speed is around 8.5 knots, which delivers economical operation with a combined fuel consumption of 25 litres per hour”
Company founder Tony Fleming was drawn to long distance cruising after a career in aerospace and marine engineering. He’d been technical director and general manager for Grand Banks, so he knew what was needed to build quality motor yachts. His combined experiences set goals of safety, reliability, seaworthiness and ease of handling when he established Fleming Yachts in 1985.
The first 50-foot design was well received by those who knew that quality came at a price, but that dependability was assessed on inclusions and value rather than price alone. Owners were more than pleased and wanted to up-size, so larger versions were developed through 55-, 58-, 65-and
