Fairline Opens New Product Development Facility

31/05/2006 [UK] (by Nicola Holder) -- Oundle based Fairline Boats plc, manufacturers of luxury performance motor yachts, today announced they will officially open a brand new state-of-the-art product development facility ‘Tyson Court’, on Friday 2nd June.

The new 10,000 square foot facility, which will employ modern lean manufacturing techniques, has been created in response to planned corporate growth. The new facility is in addition to the in-house design and development department at the company’s headquarters in Oundle, providing Fairline with a specific product development facility that focuses on the new 40-65 ft models the boat builder is due to launch world-wide during the next two years.

“The new location enables concurrent development of future products to meet the accelerated new boat introduction programmes at Fairline,” says Adam Greenwood, Technical Director at Fairline Boats. “Under one roof we will have integrated 3D design facilities, as well as key manufacturing capabilities that allow us to focus on the creation of new boats and manufacturing techniques. We will also offer meeting and conference facilities on-site.”

Since their early days of 1967, Fairline has become one of the most successful boat builders in the world. Employing over 1200 staff, they are a key export company in the UK, with over 95% of their boats sold overseas. Each boat in Fairline’s 11-range of yachts boasts stunning looks coupled with impeccable quality.

For further information about the Fairline range please visit www.fairline.com

Source: Fairline Boats plc