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New Building in Trenton

Sarah Fawle — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:53:03 -0800

We have added yet another building to our state-of-the-art production facility in Trenton! Construction on our new 60’x100’ storage building took place in late 2011, and it is now ready for use. This building will house our boat molds. In order to ensure our molds are better preserved than ever before, the new building was specifically designed to protect the molds from Maine’s ever-changing (and completely unpredictable) weather conditions. The new building will streamline our boat building process by reducing the labor and materials involved with unpacking/packing a mold each time it is needed to produce a hull or deck. Going forward, our expert craftsmen will have the advantage of faster, easier access to the items they need when they need them.

Winter Projects

Sarah Fawle — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:55:46 -0800

A Swan 44 is in for more work this winter, including the installation of a secret weapon for the upcoming double-handed division of the Bermuda Race. Free Bird will be sporting a racing bottom upon launching this spring which will increase her chances of finding her way to Bermuda faster than the rest of the fleet. To accomplish this, we will begin by removing all of her existing bottom paint and applying a barrier coat. Then, we’ll build up the layers of paint and finish everything off with a burnishing rubdown for a truly fast bottom.

Owners receive their 2nd Morris!

Sarah Fawle — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:12:35 -0800

The beautiful M42 Sailynne 2 was recently delivered to South Florida to the home of Frank and Lynne Baldino, who have also owned an M36 for years.

Cuyler Morris flew down to join them for their first sail.

Nick Fawle, Project Manager at Morris Yachts, met Sailynne 2 in Fort Lauderdale as she unloaded off the transport ship from her trip down the coast from Morris Yachts in Maine. Nick then sailed Sailynne 2 to the Baldino's residence where she now lies adorning the docks!

“The Baldino’s M42 Short Trunk Cabin with its Midnight Blue hull turned heads everywhere,” says Nick. “Even before we had her re-rigged, people were asking me what type of boat she was.” Morris is thrilled that Frank and Lynne decided to stay within our family and purchase a second Morris. We look forward to hearing more about their sailing adventures onboard Sailynne 2!

Mr. Kenninck travels from Holland to visit his new M42 in production!

Sarah Fawle — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:51:05 -0800

Mr. Kenninck from Holland visits his new M42 in production!

Our good friend, Paul Kenninck, recently came all the way from his home in The Netherlands, Europe, to view his new M42 under construction here in our boat-building facilities in Maine.

During his visit here, Paul met the entire production crew building his boat and saw his 'baby' (his M42), for the first time since she came out of the mold! Paul spent much of his stay with his dedicated Morris Yachts Project Manager, Nick Fawle, to finalize the precise customizations on his boat. Part of the fun of the boat building proccess is making your vision come to life, and noone embraces that process like Morris.

Paul is the first person to customize a fully enclosed forward cabin with sliding doors, a feature that provides separation between the main salon and v-berth cabin.

Boat-upgrades abound this winter in Morris Service

Sarah Fawle — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 09:38:05 -0800

Boat-upgrades abound this winter in Morris Service

This winter, the Morris Service crew are busy upgrading customers' boats to better enhance boat performance, easy of sail handling and, of course, safety.

"We are seeing a strong trend this year of customers wishing to install on their boats the newest electrical systems, safety equipment and sail handling gear" says Will Ratcliff, Director of Service at Morris Service.

Many customers are also getting bottom work done on their yachts to give them that extra edge on the racecourse for the upcoming season.

"Now is the pefect time of year to upgrade your boat" says Ratcliff, "our service crews are fully staffed up for any project no matter how large or small, whether it is the installation of a new Leisurefurl boom, lifelines replacement, or a brand new paint job we are on-hand and ready."

Please email Will if you have a Service related inquiry: will@morrisyachts.com

MIAMI, FLORIDA- FEB 16th-19th- M-Series Event

Sarah Fawle — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 11:12:38 -0800

MIAMI, FL - FEBRUARY 16th-19th

Request a Test Sail at our Private Event!

Morris Yachts is hosting a private event in Coconut Grove, Miami Florida where we will be showcasing our M-Series yachts.

Please give us a call or email us to request a test sail onboard one of these stunning yachts. An appointment time is required.

1 (207) 244 -5509 or sales1@morrisyachts.com

Morris Yachts Welcomes Its First CEO

Sarah Fawle — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 14:20:55 -0800

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Morris Yachts Welcomes Its First CEO

BASS HARBOR, MAINE, (December 19, 2011) - Family-owned Morris Yachts announces the hiring of Doug Metchick as the company's first Chief Executive Officer. In his new role, Metchick will lead and direct business operations and financial practices. In sailing terms, Doug will become Morris Yachts' Tactician. Cuyler Morris continues in the role of President as well as a newly titled position of Chief Development Officer or in sailing terms, the Strategist. Having Doug aboard will allow Cuyler to properly focus on product development, customer relations and key strategic initiatives. Cuyler will also maintain his position on the company's Board.

Our first Caribbean-bound yacht!

Sarah Fawle — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 10:12:01 -0800

Whilst every Morris Yacht is 'Christened' here in the Atlantic ocean of Maine, we are excited to be sending the first of our first M-Series yachts to play in the warm turquoise waters of the British Virgin Islands. One of our M-42stc (short trunk cabins) is heading south this winter! Imagine gliding along with the keel cutting the beautiful water, the glorious sun on the teak decks, the stunning gold cove stripe reflecting on the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean. No doubt there will be Pusser's Pain Killers to be had, and a perhaps a sail to the Bitter End Yacht club situated on the North Sound of Virgin Gorda? Adventures definitely await. We're on board, how about you?

MorrisCare- Winter Storage Hotel and Spa for Boats!

Sarah Fawle — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 09:23:33 -0800

Just imagine being one of the sixty eight yachts to be in MorrisCare resting and being pampered just waiting to hit the surf in 2012! Our Director of Service Operations, Will Ratcliff, personally oversees these facilities and 'guests' daily. Special 'spa' treatments in our climate controlled storage include world class Awlgrip® paint services and exceptional varnish services. No job is too big or small. Our service personnel have over 100 cumulative years of experience in making your sail or power boat appear and perform great! In their 2012 launch……these boats will be the envy of any harbor they grace!

Happy Holidays!

Sarah Fawle — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 09:13:57 -0800

On a balmy (50 degrees :-)) November day, OK, remember its Maine, we donned our Morris Polos to pose for this company picture. We are standing in front of the M-Series building where many yachts are in various stages of construction. We are all smiles about the exciting things going on, and the beautiful yachts being built by our master craftsmen. The three yachts behind us are destined for such exotic ports as Peru, South of France and Holland. Where will we go next?