SALTHOUSE NEXT GENERATION BOATS SHIFTS MANUFACTURING TO TAIWAN

Increased demand for its luxury motor yachts, together with a healthy local economy, has led to local boat builder Salthouse Next Generation Boats shifting its manufacturing arm to Taiwan.

Owner Dean Salthouse says the company has experienced a massive increase in enquiries for its popular Corsair range which has grown significantly over the last five years. This is on top of increased business opportunities as a result of the 2013 purchase of the ICON flybridge motor yacht range from Formula Cruisers.

Dean signing manufacturing agreement

“Having worked in all aspects of this business, I have little passion for running such a large manufacturing company. The biggest advantage of moving the manufacturing to Taiwan is the availability of a stable workforce there which produces consistently high quality.

“This is an exciting development for the business as it allows me the freedom to design and develop new products at greater speed with minimal overheads and at a lower cost.

“It also opens up global markets, reduces our shipping costs to Australia, allows us to keep our pricing more stable as the New Zealand dollar rises and falls as well as provide favourable terms of trade,” he says. 

Kit Carlier

Mr Salthouse says the company has also recently engaged the services of Kit Carlier Design to manage the interior design and styling of the boats. Kit and Donna, both formerly of Alloy Yachts, have recently come together and will bring a fresh design ethos to the Salthouse range.

“Their expertise will also enable the company to use computer generated 3D models and renderings of the interior and exterior, which will be an invaluable tool in the design and marketing of our larger motor yachts.”

Salthouse Next Generation Boats aims to have its first 44' built in Taiwan on display at the Auckland boat shows this year.


For further information, please contact Dean Salthouse on 021 429 723.

About Salthouse Next Generation Boats

Salthouse Next Generation Boats build the luxury motor yacht the Salthouse CORSAIR and Salthouse ICON. The company was founded by Dean Salthouse after the successful revamp of the original Corsair into a wider bodied Cabriolet styled motor yacht, built in partnership with his father Bob Salthouse over a period of two years.

In 2013 Dean purchased the very popular ICON flybridge motor yacht range from Formula Cruisers.

For Sale - Salthouse Corsair Classique 44 - SOLD Feb 15 by Dean Salthouse

For Sale -  Salthouse Corsair Classique 44

You could be boating in this superb vessel for summer. This Corsair Classique 44 as been meticulously maintained and is a must see if you are in the market for a boat of this size.This New Zealand built cruiser was constructed to the exceptionally high standard of Salthouse Next Generation Boats in North Auckland.She is powered by twin 345 hp MTUs and has a comprehensive inventory of equipment. This is a two cabin Layout that sleeps 8. The magnificent timber work throughout the galley and saloon, create an air of luxury not seen in many new boats today.The Salthouse Corsair 44 is ideal for those who want true functionality combined with space and luxury, from the luxurious saloon with all round visibility to the spacious cockpit.Designed for comfort and safety this is a vessel that will provide you with an enduring asset. The Corsair is undoubtedly one of the most proven launch designs tested over the last three decades around New Zealand’s rugged coastline.

For more information see www.salthousecorsair.co.nz

Happy New Year

Happy New Year and happy summer boating !  Looking for a new vessel Dean is available to talk on +64 0 21 429723 anytime about your next boat.

For Sale ex demo: Salthouse Corsair 44

SOLD

For Sale ex demo: Salthouse Corsair 44 - on display at the Auckland On Water Boat Show

Designed with family cruising in mind, this vessel is an entertainer’s delight. 

Features include: forward island berth master cabin, diesel heater, satellite TV, cockpit freezer, Rod locker, stern gates and shore power. Amazing fuel economy, twin MTU 345 hp engines, superb cockpit configuration ideal for entertaining and fishing.

Auckland on the Water Boat Show

Starts tomorrow - Auckland On Water Boat Show (http://www.auckland-boatshow.com/)

We are excited to have on display the Salthouse Corsair 44. Make sure you drop by and say hello. Dean and the team will be on hand to discuss your boating requirements.

For more information on the Salthouse range visit our website:http://salthousecorsair.co.nz/