Electromobility is the topic of the decade – so it was only a matter of time before the first customer turned up on our doorstep and ordered a boat with an electric drive from us. After many months of development we are proud to have built a very special Sirius 40 DS. A bluewater-yacht that generates enough energy through recuperation to power itself. But would we recommend such a yacht to any of our customers?
Construction
How strong are hull windows?
We are often asked online and at boat shows about the strength of our hull windows. While we cannot answer for other manufacturers, we can say with complete confidence that the hull windows on Sirius Yachts are stronger than the hull surrounding them!
What’s the best rudder design and why are Sirius Yachts so easy to manoeuvre?
If you’ve seen the videos of our deck saloon sailboats manoeuvring effortlessly in the tight space of a marina, you may wonder how we can make it look so easy. The simple answer is that it looks easy because it is easy. Years of practice are absolutely not required as we prove on every test sail; after 10 minutes of simple instruction anyone on board who is more than eight years old can manoeuvre a Sirius with the same confidence. Part of the reason our yachts are so easy to manoeuvre is rudder design, combined with the position of the propeller.
Aluminium vs fibreglass, which is the best hull material for your yacht?
What’s the best hull material for an ocean cruising sailboat, fibreglass (GRP) or aluminium? It’s an important decision for any boat buyer to make and both materials have their pros and cons. In essence, the right choice depends on two fundamental factors: the yacht’s size and where you plan to cruise. But there are other practical considerations too, some of which might surprise you.
