Yamaha boat partners confirm South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show lineup

Yamaha boat partners have confirmed details of the Yamaha outboards and marine products going on display at the South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show, taking place 21-23 April 2023.

Yamaha’s outboard engines and technology power a wide range of vessels, from RIBs to cabin cruisers. A selection of these will be on display with Yamaha boat partners during the three-day show at MDL’s Ocean Village Marina in the centre of Southampton.

Quarken Boats – marina berth 62

The latest iteration in the Quarken 27 fleet, the Quarken 27 T Top V2 Onyx is making its UK debut in the show’s marina, fresh from winning Motorboat of the Year Award in the Sportsboats & RIBs category. Powered by a Yamaha 300hp V6 outboard, this cruiser is presented by exclusive UK dealer, Boatpoint, alongside the versatile Quarken 27 Cabin.

“The award-winning Quarken 27 range has been designed from the hull up around the Yamaha 300hp outboard,” says Andy Hyland, group operations manager at Boatpoint.

“This has allowed the multi-purpose allrounder Quarken 27 fleet to have more considered layouts, from how you step onto the boat to ensuring there’s nothing in the way when bringing the engine up using Yamaha’s TotalTilt function.

“The twin-stepped hull has also been crafted to give immediate lift off with the torque range of the Yamaha 300hp engine, maximising performance and fuel efficiency.”

Yamarin – marine berth 63

The team at Boatpoint is also showcasing the Yamarin 88 DC Premium from the Yamaha-owned brand. This day cruiser — the flagship from the Finnish boat builder — comes with comprehensive standard equipment, including the Yamarin Q+ entertainment package with speakers.

Rigged with a 300hp V6 Yamaha outboard, the Yamarin 88 DC Premium is also rated for the new Yamaha XTO 425hp V8 engine, for owners seeking to maximise speed and performance on the water.

Wellcraft – marina berth 55

Described as a ‘new generation of performance cruiser’, the Wellcraft 355 reaches speeds of over 50 knots. With 900hp on the back provided by a trio of Yamaha 300hp V6 outboards, the Wellcraft 355 is designed for boaters who want to combine the thrill of piloting at high speed with the ability to explore in comfort.

Once back in the marina, close-quarters manoeuvring is afforded by Yamaha’s Helm Master EX integrated boat control system, with joystick steering, smoother shifting and single-function buttons for ease of operation.

On show with Sea Ventures, the Wellcraft 355 is being displayed with the smaller Wellcraft 262 Fisherman, designed by fisherman for fisherman and powered by twin Yamaha 200hp outboard engines.

AB Inflatables – landside stand 20

The aluminium RIBs and tenders from AB Inflatables are on show with BHG Marine in the shoreside area of the event. Visitors can compare and contrast four inflatable tenders of varying sizes, all paired with an appropriately sized Yamaha outboard.

“BHG Marine has chosen to partner AB Inflatables with Yamaha outboards as they complement each other,” says Craig Neilson, general manager at BHG Marine Ltd.

“Both Yamaha and AB are globally recognised premium quality brands designed for use in the most arduous environments. The pairing allows us to deliver premium quality dinghy, RIB and tender packages to meet the requirements of our user base.”

On the stand are the ultra-light Lammina 7.5 UL with a Yamaha 4hp, Lammina 10 AL with a Yamaha 9.9hp and the Lammina 10 AL fitted with a jockey console and a Yamaha 20hp outboard. These tenders are joined by the Alumina 9.5 ALX from AB’s console RIB range, also sporting a Yamaha 20hp engine.

Finnmaster – marina berth 22

Idealboat is presenting a selection of sporty cruisers from Finnmaster. Powered by Yamaha outboards ranging from 150hp to the 250hp V6, the models on display come from the Finnish manufacturer’s T-series, which are said to combine a sporty look and feel with comfortable cruising.

The South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show runs from 21-23 April at MDL’s Ocean Village Marina in Southampton.

Show organiser MDL Marinas has recently confirmed further details about the lineup of speakers and events to expect at the Innovation Hub, which aims to introduce show visitors to eco-friendly products with boating experts and marine entrepreneurs on hand to simplify the complexities of green technologies.

For more information, tickets and to book appointments to see specific boats, visit MDL’s website.