Powering large sportfish vessels to higher speeds has long been a balancing act between horsepower and weight. One of the many challenges of engine development for this segment is to endeavor in packing more power into smaller packages.
Scania, a well-known name in diesel engine, heavy truck and off-road equipment in Europe, South America and Asia, has reentered the United States sportfishing market in a partnership with Mack Boring and Parts Company and Viking Yachts.
Hosted in some form for many decades, the annual Bluewater Summer Cruise has become a primary draw for customers, a relaxing and fun christening event, and at times a casual VIP boat show.
The 61-foot sportfish boat “PAYSAGE” underwent a comprehensive refit at Jarrett Bay to include a repower and replacement of all wiring and nearly all mechanical equipment along with interior upgrades and reconfiguration to be reborn nearly brand new.
