History
Sabre Catamarans (Aust) Pty Ltd was formed in 1978 to specialize in the
construction of aluminium catamarans, particularly ferries. Sabre Catamarans is the ferry marketing division of Harry
Engineering Co. which was established over 30 years ago. Originally formed to
provide engineering services to the mining and steel trawler shipbuilding
industries, Harry Engineering Co. has grown apace with the changing needs of
modern industry.
EXPERIENCE
As
a catamaran specialist with years of experience, Sabre
Catamarans are ideally positioned to understand the unique
requirements of each client and their operating parameters. This necessitates evaluation of numerous
factors including performance capabilities, passenger and cargo capacities,
standard of fit-out, physical sea conditions, wharf requirements and an up to
date working knowledge of international maritime protocols.
CLASS
Sabre
Catamarans
builds all ferries to International Classification Society requirements.
APPEAL
The
company concentrates on the 16-40 metre vessel range, both for the Australian
and export markets. Deliveries to many parts of the globe reflect the
considerable success and sustained appeal of their vessels.
“Sleek design and comfort
combined”
MARKET
Sabre Catamarans originally
specialised in the arenas of the Pacific Ocean
Islands, Indian Ocean Island
nations and the East. In recent years, marketing activities have expanded and
markets have been established in such diverse locations as the United States of
America, South Africa, French Polynesia, the Netherlands Antilles, New Zealand,
the United Arab Emirates, the British Virgin Islands, the Philippines, Iran,
The Maldives and of course, in their home waters of Australia.
INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE
SPEED
Speeds up to 35 knots!
Dependent on the area of operation, the 16 - 40 metre hull sizes offered
are designed and constructed for shallow draft and high speed capability.
REPEAT ORDERS
SAY IT ALL
Sabre Catamarans have earned a reputation for designing,
manufacturing and finishing quality vessels, delivered on time and at a
realistic price. Vessels developed by our team of in-house designers are
crafted to ensure strength, reliability and practicality. Hands-on quality
management ensures workmanship to international standards. Sabre Catamarans reputation is supported by the
large number of repeat orders placed by satisfied customers.
Sabre Catamaran Exports – 1991 to 2005
PRICE
Prices vary depending on the design, specifications
and equipment requirements of the client.
BUILDING
CAPACITY
The company has modern undercover facilities with the
capacity of building up to six 30 metre catamarans in a year.
CONSTRUCTION
TIME
Construction time per vessel is approximately 25
weeks from the fabrication commencement date.
