After a recent conversation with a regular costomer, we felt it was worth asking – when was the last time you had your system inspected by a registered marine gas engineer? The regulators themselves have a life, likewise any rubber hose sections. Placement and storage are important, as well as end use. If you spoke to your boat insurer you would be surprised how often they would like to see a gas inspection on-board. Think it’s a storm in a tea cup? On average, there are 89 fire related accidents and injuries on boats every year…

Take care. Get it inspected – regularly.

During this time of year, most of the yachts and cruisers are blocked up in boatyards and tucked away for winter. The quiet waters around Brightlingsea see very few leisure craft out so when you are tempted to go out please do still remember that speed limits STILL apply. You need to watch your speed.

Now while it may seem that no one is around to implement them members of the public can still report you and if they can provide sufficient evidence – simply some photographs of the boats name and the size of wake its producing – that is enough for the river police to track the owner down and fine the skipper. As recently was the case of a motorboat being used near Batemans Tower. Seen startling a flock of birds that were being photographed by someone at the time!

So, the message here is two-fold: Watch your speed! Abide by the speed limits no matter what time of year (see diagram) AND be respectful of all wildlife in and around area.

It comes as no great surprise to us here at Morgan Marine that Jeanneau’s Leader 33 has won best boat in the “Best for Family” category, at the Berlin Boat Show.

This prise is awarded by a jury composed of 17 European journalists from specialised cruising magazines who have held these annual awards since 2014.

The new Leader 33 benefits from a contemporary, sporty look that is the signature of the Leader line. This model is offered in two versions: an Open version with an arch, or a Sport Top version with an electrically opening hard top. The spacious cockpit allows to entertain with family and friends in comfort and style – with the attractive exterior living area and clever layout of the cockpit saloon. Under deck, the modular saloon easily transforms into a beautiful private cabin with pocket door.

Morgan Marine of course have a brand new Leader 33 in stock, whcih has just been reduced in price as a christmas offer.

http://morganmarine.com/boat/jeanneau-leader-33-10064/

Jeanneau has a big surprise in store at the Nautic de Paris Boat Show, which will open its doors at the beginning of December in Versailles: the fabulous all new Merry Fisher 1095. This is an outboard powered weekender, with crucially three double cabins… A first on the market and destined to be very very popular!

Until now, the Merry Fisher range offered 4 models: the 605, 695, 795 and 895. The  new Merry Fisher 1095 completes the range, positioning itself as a unique offer in the marketplace with a 10.50m overall length and 3.35m wide.

Logically it seems a pair of 300hp outboards by Yamaha, Jeanneau’s title partner will be the engine of choice but alternatively here at Morgan Marine we can offer Honda as a great alternative.

Designed by Centowski & Denerd Design / Jeanneau Design, the new for 2018 Merry Fisher 1095 clearly displays a strong family resemblance to the rest of the range, with its timeless style, a wheelhouse with nice large windows, a side door at cockpit level, asymmetric gangways – wider and deeper to starboard – and a modular cockpit with a large L-shaped bench.

Inside, the new Merry Fisher 1095 will benefit from high quality materials seen in the last boats launched by Jeanneau, with a choice of materials and high-level assembly. Details still to be released on this.

The new Merry Fisher 1095 saloon accommodates the starboard seating area, a co-pilot seat on the port side, with a folding backrest that provides a modular dining area that can be turned into extra sleeping at night. The fully loaded kitchen area,

located behind the helm seat, makes the saloon & cockpit link to make a huge entertaining area. The six berths are located at the front of the new Merry Fisher 1095 in three cabins, including a large owners cabin located in the bow – with a vast island bed – two guest double cabins and a beautiful bathroom with separate shower.

Further information will follow after its actual launch at the Paris Boat show but please call Ric or Steve at Morgan Marine if you need further information – 01206 302008

Hopefully(!) you will have noticed our new website, which along with our recent branding overhaul, should serve Morgan Marine well for many years to come. You will find all the existing content from the previous site on here but in a far easier to navigate format as well as plenty of content not seen before. One thing that is no longer available is the online shop. Whilst our chandlery continues to operate with a whole host of parts, spares, supplies, clothing, safety equipment, watersports and gifts, we can no longer offer online purchasing and are dedicated to local and walk in custom. We can still take telephone orders and arrange delivery of goods but can only take payment via bank transfer. We no longer accept credit or debit cards for telephone orders.

With cold weather approaching don’t forget to wrap up warm and wear the appropriate clothing when out on your boat… we have traditional Guernsey sweaters and smocks always in stock as well as our usual range of waterproof jackets and hi-fit trousers… for more serious sailors and fishermen we now stock Faden Flotation Suits…

We have some great Winterization special offers available! Although there may still be a few warm days left, winter is sadly upon us… so if you do own a boat, you should now be thinking about this vital part of maintaining your valuable boat and engine through the harshest months! E.g. For a single engined boat – includes Winterisation
/de-commissioning, then De-winterize and recommission in Spring – just £219.00 +. You know it makes sense! The yards here at Morgan’s fill up fast over winter so make sure you book your storage space and the Winterization deal soon!

Fresh from being on display at the Southampton Boat Show, this is now on site at Morgan Marine being displayed alongside our NC9!

This new 2018 model Jeanneau Leader 33 is, as usual for Morgan’s, very well specified from the factory with plenty of options. It has of course 2x Volvo D3 220hp diesel inboard engines with joystick, trim tabs and bow thruster for a smooth ride and great manoeuvrability. The spacious cockpit provides plenty of seating in comfort and style while the electric sliding roof allows light and air into the cockpit. Complete with Raymarine GPS / chartplotter, autopilot, VHF radio and audio system. Includes prepare, prime and antifoul.

Available for delivery directly anywhere in Europe!