Viking Marine in Dun Laoghaire are Irish agents for La Rochelle-builder Harmony Yachts, who claim a new manufacturing process that gives them the ability to offer a high standard of finish at a competitive price.
On show at Malahide is Harmonys 47 with a fresh interior design.
The manufacturing process which they claim gives them the edge is vacuum injection, providing a uniformity of resin spread in hull construction and a saving on costs.
The 47 has a new look that is going down well in France, according to Ian OMeara of Viking Marine, who has been the agent here for the past two years.
There is one boat on Dublin bay to date and a number of enquiries in the pipeline.
More cruiser than racer, the boat is finished to a high standard with a good comfort level.
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