Fairline Yachts is a major player in the yacht manufacturing business in Europe. Using an extensive dealer network, Fairline exports 90% of their sales. Oundle, England is the location of the three sites that Fairline uses to construct their three ranges of motor yachts. A test center is located in Ipswich. The yachts range from a 34 foot long express cruiser to 74 foot long luxury yachts, along with a line of yachts designed specifically for long range cruising. Careful attention is paid in every aspect of Fairline’s yacht building process. Unusual woods are polished with up to eight coats of lacquers, and the grain of the wood must flow smoothly over the curves. Fairline also incorporates a lengthy hand lay-up procedure for GRP, resulting in lightweight and durable hulls.
British yacht builder Fairline Yachts that was under administration during the last few months has found another owner and has now been acquired by Bronzewood Capital. The private equity firm was careful in what in wanted to acquire after only taking on brand assets and tooling. It appears they have not acquired liabilities nor the factory in Oundle as Fairline rents that from the current landlord.
Fairline Yachts located in the UK has been a name well-known in the industry to a while. The company was just recently sold to its newest investors. As recent as December 4th, 2024 the company was sold to Arrowbolt Propulsion Systems who acquired more than 75% of Fairline's shares and voting rights etc. Hanover Investors sold its stake in Fairline in December, 2024 allowing Arrowbolt Propulsion Systems to come in.
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