Drysail System short-listed for Innovation award

Versadock International Ltd, based in Lymington, have been short-listed for the 2014 Yachts and Yachting Innovation Award for our Drysail System. It was designed specifically with space and efficiency in mind for the modern day lifting keel boat market. 

 

Simon Temlett from Yachts and Yachting said

"In this category, we look for outstanding innovation and cutting edge product development that provides a solution for the modern boat user. The Drysail system certainly fitted this specification."

Versadock International Limited operates on a global basis and is a worldwide leader in modular floating docks.  Chairman Phillip Hancock, who is also a yachtsman, commented 

"As a boat user myself and with children who are in and out of the water constantly, I know that time, money and space are at a premium. We designed the Drysail System so that a boat can be maintained 100% out of the water. It's a perfect solution for sports boats and smaller lighter lifting keel sailing boats as well as marinas, yacht clubs and sailing centres. We're really thrilled to have been nominated for our innovative approach."

Voting is open until Friday 13th December. To vote please visit www.yachtsandyachting.co.uk and selecting section 12.

Chris Wilson
Managing Director
chris@versadock.com

William Hancock wins RYA Honda Rib Championship

Royal Lymington Yacht Club’s William Hancock (12) made light work of torrid conditions on 15 September to be crowned 2013 Honda RYA Youth RIB Champion at the PSP Southampton Boat Show. William is the son of Versadock Chairman, Phillip Hancock.

Competing in front of a packed crowd, 28 young power boating finalists from across the country showed great skill and speed at the throttle of the two Honda powered Ribcraft 4.8m RIBs, tackling the difficult championship course in blustery winds and at times heavy rain.  In the 8-12 age group William Hancock  from blasted his way to championship glory with a winning time of 01:02:28.

This time was the second fastest in the country in all age groups – an amazing achievement.

William skilfully manoeuvred around the tricky and testing course, which included a slalom run, a 360 degree reverse around a buoy and a stop exercise.  William wins a fantastic Honwave T40 RIB with a Honda BF20 engine for the Club.  Presenting the prizes were Steve Morris, Head of Power Equipment at Honda, Charlie Chan from Ribcraft and RYA CEO, Sarah Treseder.  

A delighted William commented: “It feels great to be a champion today; I’m very pleased with the result. I’ve been training quite a lot at our club but I didn’t expect to win, I was hoping to get into the top three maybe so I’m really pleased. My club have been really supportive so I think they will be really happy when they find out I’ve won the RIB!”  

A huge "well done" from all at Versadock!

Chris Wilson
Managing Director
chris@versadock.com

Versadock at the London Boat Show 2014

Versadock International will be at the 2014 London Boat Show.  We are exhibiting our flexible modular docking system along with our popular DockBox range.

Based in London, it is advised that visitors use public transport.  Full travelling details can be found on the official London Boat Show 2014 website here.

We look forward to seeing you, please contact us to pre-arrange a meeting to suit your schedule or just come along.

Chris Wilson
Managing Director
chris@versadock.com

Versadock at the 2013 PSP Southampton Boat Show

Versadock International are exhibiting at the 2013 PSP Southampton Boat Show.  This year we will have our versatile modular floating dock system exhibit and we will be launching a new product from our popular DockBox range.  Come and view our boat dock system and dock storage solutions at our stand, D057.

The Show entrance is on harbour parade with the show site located at Mayflower Park/Town Quay, Southampton SO15 1AG.

There are some useful directions on the PSP Southampton Boat Show website, click here to view.

Dates for your diary and opening times:

Friday 13 September	9.30am – 6.30pm	Public Preview Day
Saturday 14 September	9.30am – 6.30pm	Standard Day
Sunday 15 September	9.30am – 6.30pm	Standard Day
Monday 16 September	9.30am – 6.30pm	Standard Day
Tuesday 17 September	9.30am – 6.30pm	Standard Day
Wednesday 18 September	9.30am – 6.30pm	Standard Day
Thursday 19 September (Ladies Day)	9.30am – 6.30pm	Standard Day
Friday 20 September	9.30am – 6.30pm	Standard Day
Saturday 21 September	9.30am – 6.30pm	Standard Day
Sunday 22 September	9.30am – 6pm	Standard Day

We look forward to seeing you, please contact us to pre-arrange a meeting to suit your schedule or just come along.

Chris Wilson
Managing Director
chris@versadock.com

Rib Challenge Regional Finals update...

If you were wondering how the rib challenge regional final results from Lymington turned out, here is the biased Lymington view!

William Hancock in the 8-12 age group, came first for Lymington with a time of 1:02.82 beating his nearest rival by some 15 seconds, and set the fastest time in the country this year by 14 seconds, and in the process booked himself a place at the National final at the boat show on September 15th.

James Eady in the 13-16 age group was beaten into second place with a time of 0:58.06, being beaten by 0.12 second or 12 hundredths of a second, by last years national champion from Parkstone YC with a time of 0:57.94.

Ollie Tait came third with a time of 1:01.32, again a really fantastic time anywhere else in the country bar the super competitive southern region. Some regional winners will be going to the Boat show national final with winning times in excess of two minutes!

So our three lads were so good that their times nationally from the regional finals all across the country in all age groups,  place them:

James - Second fastest nationally
Ollie - Fourth fastest nationally
William - Fifth fastest nationally in both age groups together

A big "well done" from all at Versadock!

Chris Wilson
Managing Director
chris@versadock.com

VersaDock have great interest in 2103 Honda RYA Youth RIB Championship

The Honda RYA Youth RIB Championship, sponsored by Honda and Ribcraft, is a National Championship in which 8 - 16 year old Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) drivers can demonstrate their skills with the goal of winning a 4.8m Ribcraft or a Honwave T40 for their club.

William Hancock, son of VersaDock Chairman, Phillip Hancock, is a member of the Royal Lymington Yacht Club's team for 2013 and is setting some very fast times in practice.

Versadock have provided the RLymYC with a Drive on Dock to ensure their Rib "Haven Challenger" is maintained in the best possible condition in the build up to the Championship.

The Regional Finals are fast approaching, with the Southern area finals being held on Saturday 10th August 2013 at the Royal Lymington YC.

If William and his Lymington colleagues do their bit and qualify, they will be competing in the National Final which will be held at the PSP Southampton Boat Show on Sunday 15th September 2013

Good Luck to Wiliam and his team mates - from all of us here at VersaDock!

Chris Wilson
Managing Director
chris@versadock.com

Versadock working with UKRO 2013

The UKRO 2013 (UK Rescue Organisation) Challenge at The Albert Docks, Liverpool, has been a great all round experience this year.  We have particularly enjoyed working with some good people who have embraced our products and shared thoughts on where Versadock could be usefully deployed.

Highlights of the weekend included pilots navigating through the Versadock slalom course in the fastest time.

 

Having tested the skill of the pilots, UKRO tested their rescue capabilities with a series of scenarios, using a combination of Versadock platforms and high speed ribs.

Following on from us challenging UKRO, Versadock demonstrated the rapid deployment capabilites of our modular rafts highlighting why our flexible system is a world leading product.

If you are interested in our floating modular system please see more on our comprehensive website at www.versadock.com or contact us.

For those who have an idea of what you need, we have a Dock Builder facility which once filled out and submitted will enable us to contact you with accurate facts and figures.  View our Dock Builder for more information.

Chris Wilson
Managing Director
Versadock International Limited

Chris@versadock.com

Versadock supporting the Exbury Egg

Versadock are pleased to be associated with unique Exbury Egg project, located in the marshes on the Exbury shore of the Beaulieu River.

Versadock are providing a floating walkway which provides Stephen Turner with access across both water and mud from the Egg to shore. A small but important lifeline!

To find out more about this exciting project, please visit the official Exbury Egg website:





http://www.exburyegg.org

Chris Wilson
Managing Director
Versadock International Limited

Chris@versadock.com

UKRO 2013 - Versadock proud to Sponsor the Water Rescue Challenge

The 2013 UKRO ( UK Rescue Organisation) Challenge is being held at The Albert Docks, Liverpool.  Hosted this year by Mersey Fire & Rescue, from July 4th - 6th, the event sees an expanded water Rescue challenge with 16 teams from Fire Brigades across the UK competing for honours!

More information is available on the UKRO website at www.ukro.org


Versadock, a platinum sponsor of the event, are providing platforms and other floating configurations to ensure a challenging course will be created for the entrants.

We will also be demonstrating our flood rescue raft, motor supplied by Yamaha UK.

Chris Wilson
Managing Director
Versadock International Limited

Chris@versadock.com

Versadock at Seawork International 2013

Come and see Versadocks' innovative product range at the Seawork International exhibition from June 25th to 27th.  Seawork International is the largest commercial marine and workboat event to be held in a European working port, attracting over 450 exhibitors and 7200 visitors from all over the world.

Once at Seawork International, you will find us on stand A317 where our modular floating pontoon system and popular Dockbox storage will be on show and we will be happy to help with any questions you may have.

The Seawork International Exhibition is taking place at:
Canary Islands Fruit Terminal,
103-104 Herbert Walker Avenue,
ABP Southampton,
Hampshire, SO15 1HJ

If you would like to arrange an appointment to discuss our modular pontoon system, please contact Chris Wilson at our Lymington head office on 01590 671300.

To find out more about our product range and applications please visit our website at www.versadock.com

Chris Wilson
Managing Director
Versadock International Limited

Chris@versadock.com

DrySail is launched at the 2013 Tullett Prebon London Boat Show

Versadock today launched the much awaited DrySail™system designed and engineered specifically for the modern-day lifting keelboat market.  The revolutionary system that ensures the boat is kept, and can be maintained, 100% out of the water without the need to hire a boat lift.

Chris Wilson, Versadock Sales Director, addresses an enthused audience
photo courtesy onEdition

For the launch itself, Versadock installed a demonstration setup showing how the system can save lifting keelboat owners time, effort and money.  The design is based on the existing tried, tested and much loved Versadock floating module system.

A post-launch Chris relaxes next to the DrySail™ exhibit
 photo courtesy onEdition

DrySail™ and Versadock will be at the 2013 Tullett Prebon London Boat show until the 20th January, please come along and see this innovative piece of British design for yourself.  You can also find out more about DrySail™ on our website at www.versadock.com.

Chris Wilson
Managing Director
Versadock International Limited

Chris@versadock.com

New for 2013 - watch this space!

Versadock International will be launching our latest innovation at the 2013 London Boat Show.  We have a scheduled press release for Friday 11th January at which we will be releasing details of this fantastic development that is sure to capture the imagination of many.

For more details of our pending press release please contact Chris Wilson at our UK Head Office.

Chris Wilson
Managing Director
Versadock International Limited

Chris@versadock.com