The ‘Ferrari of the sea’ built by those, and for those ̶ who live for SPEED.
Lee Marine in Phuket, recently hosted Fabio Rota, Production Coordinator Powerboats from Premier Composite Technologies, Dubai. The Lee Marine team, with Fabio at the helm sped across Phang Nga Bay on ATARI VI, Lee Marine’s own Premier 38 (P38) demon.
This story started out to be about better understanding speed boat building with composites. Something like: Composites for Dummies. However meeting Fabio Rota, humble as he seems, you are taken on a journey that encompasses what he best knows: SPEED – as in swiftness or fastness. Adrenaline-filled Fabio is pumped when it comes to getting the most out of his Premier powerboats. He is a seasoned professional with strong knowledge of the use of composites in building speed boats.
Premier Composite Technologies (PCT) is a leading global supplier and manufacturer of advanced composite components for architectural design, transportation, aerospace, marine, oil and gas markets. “PCT is the only company in the world that makes production standard carbon boats”, says Fabio Rotta.
PCT has built several high performance custom racing yachts. Some of these yachts are performing extremely well in competitions around the world. This technology by PCT, in the 2016 Rolex Sydney Hobart Race, saw incredible success. Three high profile, high performance race yachts built using PCT’s hi-tech construction, completed the demanding 628 mile race course, securing standings in the top finishing fifteen yachts. This is a remarkable achievement, considering that over the course of the race (and with a tremendously threatening first night at sea), 25% of the racing fleet withdrew from the race.
Mention SY Rebellion – Carkeek 40 mkii, to racing enthusiasts, and you will hear that these yachts are aptly named as Premier’s: Grand Prix Custom edition. That is the sailors’ side of speed. PCT is committed to building boats for speed and performance. After enjoying much success with their sailboats, PCT has entered the power boat segment with the launch of the P38 ̶ a finely tuned, sleek design power boat capable of high speeds reaching 60 knots.