And we are off! After two years of marking time we have finally purchased our new expedition yacht, a Koopmans 45!
For those unfamiliar with the Koopmans they are an Aluminium Dutch designed yacht, https://www.dickkoopmans.nl/over_ons/het_ontwerpbureau.html
”Classic design by the famous D. Koopmans Sr. As with all his designs, they excel in seaworthiness, cruising performance and safety. Spacious, shallow draft, “Sunday Island” combines it all with her centre board (1.30/2.45 m) and cutter rig. Very well thought interior layout what makes her perfect for longer sailing passages.
SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions Built 13,86 x 3,90 x 1,30 / 2,45 (m)
Material Aluminium 6mm
Rig Ketch
EnginePerkins 4236 diesel
Builder Aluboot
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Published by Richard Hewson
Richard Hewson is a Tasmania-based ships captain, marine surveyor, and experienced sailor with a lifelong connection to the sea. With experience in project management and vessel commissioning, he has operated and raced a wide range of vessels—from dinghies and Maxi yachts to tankers, icebreakers and research vessels.
Richard has competed in major offshore events including the Sydney to Hobart, Fastnet, Middle Sea, and Transatlantic races including the Mini Transat. In 2012, he skippered the winning yacht in the Clipper Round the World Race. He has sailed to every continent and explored all corners of the world from Antarctica to south pacific atols and recently completed a three-year family voyage from the Netherlands to Tasmania.
Richard holds a Master Class 1 (unrestricted), RYA Yachtmaster Ocean, Engineering (1200kw) and commercial diving certifications, and is an AMSA-accredited marine surveyor. He is also affiliated with the Australasian Institutes of Marine Surveyors and is passionate about all things that float.
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A beautiful and purposeful yacht and you have gone alumimium. Good one
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