[PCW] Perry Catamarans goes diesel-electric

[Georgs Kolesnikovs]

Press release:

Glacier Bay, Inc., manufacturer of integrated electric propulsion and 
power systems, will provide the diesel-electric propulsion system for 
the Perry 43 Passagemaker.
Perry Catamarans takes a new tack with their next catamaran, choosing 
to install a diesel-electric propulsion system by Glacier Bay.  Allan 
Barnett, Owner of Perry Catamarans, explains why: "After researching 
different manufacturers, Glacier Bay's variable speed generators and 
electric propulsion motors matched all of our requirements for 
efficiency, reliability, and ease of use."
Mr. Barnett explained that installing the system in a catamaran makes 
sense.  Because the generator does not need to be connected directly 
to the propeller shaft, components can be placed in non-traditional 
locations for better weight distribution and improved use of interior 
space.  Lighter weight than traditional systems, diesel-electric does 
not require a heavy bank of batteries, allowing for a faster boat 
with increased carrying capacity.   

For more, go <http://www.bymnews.com/news/newsDetails.php?id=20361>.

For Perry Catamarans, go 
<http://www.perrycatamarans.com.au/Pages/Boats/Perry44LuxuryMotorYacht.aspx>
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for what they are, publicity releases from power catamaran builders, 
designers, dealers and others which represent the viewpoint of those 
same builders, designers, dealers and others. The discerning reader 
may need to apply a grain of salt.

I post the releases for general information purposes, without any 
verification or endorsement.

--Georgs

Georgs Kolesnikovs
    Power Catamaran World
    http://www.powercatamaranworld.com

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