A composite-built boat is synonym of quality and sustainability. To guarantee these criteria, we, at ORC, have put in place extremely rigorous control processes. Among the potential defaults we look for, air bubbles in the composite are on top of the list. No worries, our external expert is here to spot them! Air bubbles: the …
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Among the factors contributing to the comfort at sea, you will find the bridgedeck clearance. Why? Because this height above the water, depending on its importance, will increase the seaworthiness. Just like the hull thinness, this height will prevent the boat from slamming on waves. When waves are slamming under, not only it’s unpleasant to …
Two weeks ago, we told you about the imminent start of the 4th unit of the ORC57, here. The very first step of this process is a meticulous preparation of the molds. These molds will soon receive a thin layer of wax, to facilitate the future unmolding. But that’s another story to come, and we have …
The production of the 4th hull of the ORC57 is about to start. That’s the first unit of this model being sold since Grand Large Yachting acquired the ORC brand. While the options selection is currently finalized, the supply chain is working hard to provision all the materials that will be used during the 9-month long …
