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Comfort is a primary concern when selecting the right boat seats. Whatever your boat seat needs, rest assured O’Sullivan’s Marine’s new range of marine seating offer plenty of options to fit the bill. Perhaps the most popular design, fold-down boat seats come in many options to suit a variety of requirements and vessels.

Plastic Fold-Down Boat Seats

The most basic models are made of plastic without any padding, such as the All weather seat shell, constructed from heavy duty moulded plastic, with a high back for added support.

A folding Fishing Boat seat from O'Sullivan's MarineA folding Fishing Boat seat from O'Sullivan's Marine

A step up from this option are seats of plastic construction teamed with padded sections. Commonly used by anglers and pleasure boaters looking to add some cushioning and back support at an affordable price. These seats come in a choice of colours, upholstered in marine grade vinyl for strength and durability. The contoured style creates greater thigh support.

Low Back Fold Down Seats

Available in two qualities and a variety of colours. The standard is constructed with a moulded plastic inner frame, and covered with UV and mildew resistant vinyl, hinges made of corrosion resistant aluminium are available in Blue or Sand.

A low back fold down boat seatA low back fold down boat seat from O'Sullivan's Marine

The deluxe version offers thicker cushions, upholstered in marine grade vinyl, to hold up against the toughest marine environments.

High Back Fold Down Seats

Uniquely designed with a much higher back for added comfort. Available in two qualities and a variety of colours. Constructed with a moulded plastic inner frame, hinges made of corrosion resistant aluminium. The standard is covered with UV and mildew resistant vinyl, available in Blue or Sand.

A High back fold down boat seat from O'Sullivan's MarineA High back fold down boat seat from O'Sullivan's Marine

The deluxe version offers thicker cushions, upholstered in marine grade vinyl, to hold up against the toughest marine environments.

Specialist Seating for Anglers

High Back All Weather Fisherman's Seats. These deluxe all weather seats feature an ergonomical design and a deep contoured seat pan.

Designed especially for fishermen who want lasting comfort An all weather fishing boat seat from O'Sullivan's Marine

Designed especially for fishermen who want lasting comfort for fishing. Snap on cushions are easily removable for maintenance and storage.

Seat Accessories

O’Sullivan’s Marine also have seat swivels and a choice of pedestals in stock.

Boat seat swivels and pedestals from O'Sullivan's MarineBoat seat swivels and pedestals from O'Sullivan's Marine

For details on the full range of seats and colours available visit O'Sullivan's Marine. Trade enquiries welcome, email [email protected]

Published in O'Sullivan's Marine

When it comes to expertise in RIBs and Inflatable boats, O’Sullivan's Marine can not only offer the best value in boats, and complete boat packages. The County Kerry firm has now strengthened their partnership with Polymarine Ltd, the market leaders for products related to the care and repair of inflatable boats and ribs.

Just some of the Polymarine products available at O’Sullivan’s Marine:

Inflatable Boat Emergency Repair Kits

Emergency repair kits are ideal for a quick repair to keep you going until a full and durable repair can be made.

repair kit packRepair kit pack

Both PVC and Hypalon Emergency Repair Kits in stock at O’Sullivan’s Marine:

  • Repair kit for emergency repairs.
  • Supplied in a hard waterproof container with a tamper-proof lid.
  • Ideal to keep on board.
  • Contains 70ml tube of PVC adhesive,
  • 35 x 15cm of either PVC or Hypalon material
  • Full repair instructions.

Single Part Glue

1part hypalonOne part Hypalon

Single part adhesive, basically a simply applied glue direct from a tube. This is OK for quick repairs and temporary emergency dinghy repairs, but not recommended for a lasting robust repair to your inflatable boat. Available in PVC and Hypalon adhesive.

Two-Part Adhesives

offer greater strength when fixing rubbing strake, handles and inflatable boat accessories to the tubes. Also fixing holes and damaged seams require the durability of a two-part adhesive. Polymarine two-part adhesives are available for both Hypalon and PVC to have a strong heritage being the products of choice for liferaft service stations and major manufacturers.

Two part pvcTwo part pvc

Easy to mix two-part system supplied in sets with the requisite amount of curing agent. Can be used as a single part for quick temporary repairs. Contact bonds in 10-15 minutes, full cure 48 hours.

Inflatable Boat Fabrics

For repairing damaged tubes and floors, Polymarine inflatable boat fabrics in PVC or Hypalon are available in two sizes: 70cmx15cm and 145cmx15cm in a range of colours.

Polymarine environmentally friendly Boat Cleaners

Duo CleanDuo Clean

Inflatable Boat Cleaner

  • An easy to use cleaner specifically formulated for use on inflatable boat tubes of all fabric types
  • Ideal for both PVC and Hypalon fabrics
  • Removes dirt, white oxidation, grease, oil and petrol deposits
  • Biodegradable
  • Supplied in a 500ml plastic bottle with spray trigger

DuoClean RIB Cleaner

inflatable boat cleaner

  • An easy to use cleaner specifically formulated for use on inflatable boats and GRP.
  • Suitable for both PVC and Hypalon fabrics
  • Can be used as an all-purpose Cleaner
  • Will not affect aluminium
  • Removes dirt, white oxidation, grease, oil and petrol deposits
  • Biodegradable
  • Supplied in a 1-litre plastic bottle with a spray trigger

Whether you are looking for a RIB or Inflatable boat, or advise on the care and repair of your inflatable, O’Sullivan’s Marine is on hand to offer you expertise and advice, and are proud to be able to supply top quality products such as Polymarine to the Irish market. For more detailed information, visit www.osmarine.ie, or contact 066-7124524 – Trade enquiries: please email [email protected].

Published in O'Sullivan's Marine

Following successful sea trials, the eagerly anticipated hand over of five Whaly 500R completed boats has been made by O'Sullivan's Marine to Inland Fisheries crews from all over Ireland, from Wexford to Donegal.

Each boat was custom built to its own unique specifications.

As well as manufacturing its own range of boats in County Kerry since 1963 as reported previously by Afloat here, O'Sullivan's Marine are also distributors for other market leaders including Whaly Boats.

Whaly BoatWhalys are sturdy double-walled polyethylene boats

With their sleek design, Whalys are sturdy double-walled polyethylene boats that come in a range of colours and sizes from 2.1 metres to 5 metres.

Moulded in one piece, they are virtually indestructible and low maintenance (needs only soap and water or high-pressure cleaner).

Whaly boats are very popular and have multiple uses, from recreational, tenders, escort boats, angling, lifeboats and professional uses, these boats are versatile and incredibly stable.

With a range of available accessories including bench seats, A-Frames, consoles, wheelchair ramps to name but a few.

O’Sullivan’s marine can build a Whaly boat package to suit individual requirements.

More on the Whaly range on the O'Sullivan's Marine website  

Published in O'Sullivan's Marine

County Kerry Marine firm O’Sullivan’s Marine has added another 1200 square foot of mezzanine floor to its Tralee showrooms to accommodate the increase in its chandlery stock for the 2019 season.

O’Sullivan’s Marine has also announced an increased partnership with a number of key brands.

  • Nuova Rade - the leading company in Europe for the design and production of nautical accessories for the boating trade! Whether you are looking for hatches, tanks, engine accessories, plumbing & ventilation, deck equipment, mooring or fishing accessories, our Nuova Rade products offer reliability, functionality, practicality and price second to none.
  • Lalizas – with over 35 years of experience and expertise in life-saving equipment and 10,000 products of marine equipment, life-saving equipment and miscellaneous items directly related to various sea sports and activities,
  • Ocean Fenders – Regarded as the best boat fenders in the world. O’Sullivan’s Marine are delighted to be able to offer a full range of buoys, boat and dock fenders, along with all the accessories, as well as Ocean’s unique range of solid fenders made from flexible integral PU skin foam. This range of solid fenders cannot deflate in any way, under any circumstances! All of this from the largest factory in Europe for fenders.

More on www.osmarine.ie

Published in O'Sullivan's Marine

boot Düsseldorf, the International Boat Show

With almost 250,000 visitors, boot Düsseldorf is the world's largest boat and water sports fair and every year in January the “meeting place" for the entire industry. Around 2,000 exhibitors present their interesting new products, attractive further developments and maritime equipment. This means that the complete market will be on site in Düsseldorf and will be inviting visitors on nine days of the fair to an exciting journey through the entire world of water sports in 17 exhibition halls covering 220,000 square meters. With a focus on boats and yachts, engines and engine technology, equipment and accessories, services, canoes, kayaks, kitesurfing, rowing, diving, surfing, wakeboarding, windsurfing, SUP, fishing, maritime art, marinas, water sports facilities as well as beach resorts and charter, there is something for every water sports enthusiast.

boot Düsseldorf FAQs

boot Düsseldorf is the world's largest boat and water sports fair. Seventeen exhibition halls covering 220,000 square meters. With a focus on boats and yachts, engines and engine technology.

The Fairground Düsseldorf. This massive Dusseldorf Exhibition Centre is strategically located between the River Rhine and the airport. It's about 20 minutes from the airport and 20 minutes from the city centre.

250,000 visitors, boot Düsseldorf is the world's largest boat and water sports fair.

The 2018 show was the golden jubilee of the show, so 2021 will be the 51st show.

Every year in January. In 2021 it will be 23-31 January.

Messe Düsseldorf GmbH Messeplatz 40474 Düsseldorf Tel: +49 211 4560-01 Fax: +49 211 4560-668

The Irish marine trade has witnessed increasing numbers of Irish attendees at boot over the last few years as the 17-Hall show becomes more and more dominant in the European market and direct flights from Dublin offer the possibility of day trips to the river Rhine venue.

Boats & Yachts Engines, Engine parts Yacht Equipment Watersports Services Canoes, Kayaks, Rowing Waterski, Wakeboard, Kneeboard & Skimboard Jetski + Equipment & Services Diving, Surfing, Windsurfing, Kite Surfing & SUP Angling Maritime Art & Crafts Marinas & Watersports Infrastructure Beach Resorts Organisations, Authorities & Clubs

Over 1000 boats are on display.

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boot Düsseldorf 2025 

The 2025 boot Düsseldorf will take place from 18 to 26 January 2025.

At A Glance – Boot Dusseldorf 

Organiser
Messe Düsseldorf GmbH
Messeplatz
40474 Düsseldorf
Tel: +49 211 4560-01
Fax: +49 211 4560-668

The first boats and yachts will once again be arriving in December via the Rhine.

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