XPRESS YOURSELF
Jul 27, 2022
4 minutes
WORDS BY KEVIN GREEN
PHOTOGRAPHY BY KEVIN GREEN AND SUPPLIED
Developed as a high latitude boat, it is a bit like a Volvo convertible – a vessel for all seasons. The Norwegian builder was acquired by Hanse in 2007 and production of these luxury powerboats was moved to the German yard. Local Hanse dealer Windcraft imports the boats into Australasia.
The yard move included a makeover by Fjord chief designer Patrick Banfield to inject some pizzazz into a range that runs from 38-53 foot (11.6–16.2m). The angular lines of plumb bow, flat sheer and abrupt transom are reminiscent of the Banfield’s Wallytender design, which means stylish but practical. Yet another luxury feature is the high level of customisation offered to make each boat
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