What's happened to Yellowfin?

[Deleted User YDKXO]

What\'s happened to Yellowfin?

It's been 2 years since the press tested a couple of prototypes and there was a bit of a publicity splash but since then, er, zilch AFAIK. Website still up but no news update since 2006
Anyone know what's happened to a product that was supposed to revolutionise motor boating?

 

[Whitelighter]

Re: What\'s happened to Yellowfin?

It looked great and I think they even got so far as fitting one to a rib.

Last i heard they were trying to do a deal with an engine manufacturer, so I guess that suggests they were looking for a cash injection for further R&D

It would be a shame if it fizzled out as it looked like a good bit of kit

 

[Major Catastrophe]

Re: What\'s happened to Yellowfin?

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Last i heard they were trying to do a deal with an engine manufacturer,

[/ QUOTE ] I think it was VW. I hope they have the cash to carry on and make it viable.

A reminder on what Yellowfin is.

 

[PowerYachtBlog]

Re: What\'s happened to Yellowfin?

today I review an innovative product which gives efficeny
the Seatorque

it is being used by some importan US builders so I think the system is not bad...

 

[mjf]

Re: What\'s happened to Yellowfin?

Yes I saw it in action (impressive) on a big RIB, but agree too quiet.

I think in the end this techn will be the ultimate way forward as these hanging pod type jobs are too exposed. Unless a la cruise ships they can 'hide' behind the bulk of the hull.

 

[pistonbroke]

Re: What\'s happened to Yellowfin?

I'm told they're going through a process of restructuring (I believe that's a posh way of saying your skint) and are looking at a possible application in the military market.

 

[stefan_r]

Re: What\'s happened to Yellowfin?

Was definitely VW as the base engine. I spoke to them some time ago and whilst positive ther wasn't much evidence of live use...

If repowering I would love to go over to Yellowfin...but only if they have someone using the system!!

Restructing in this climate...???