The first of a forthcoming Naiad Expedition series, EXPEDITION fifteen, will hit the water in late 2021.
Featuring Naiad’s renowned offshore capability, drawn from its military and rescue pedigree, the Expedition fifteen is uniquely appointed with premium finishes and options that support extended adventures for the intrepid traveller.
A product of world-leading design collaboration led by Naiad New Zealand, the first in the Expedition range is currently under construction on the East Coast of Australia. It is built with our harsh southern hemisphere conditions in mind.
The Whiskey Project Group’s Ryan Carmichael said the Expedition fifteen was designed for independent adventure seekers who need to know their boat can back up their appetite for exploration with the very highest standards of performance and safety.
“If you love to explore the world around you and access places that most people don’t go, you need a boat with the proven ability to perform in the best and worst of situations,” said Ryan.
“From the Bay of Islands to Milford Sound, the South Pacific atolls to the farthest reaches of Northern Australia, this range has been designed and built to specifically explore these remote locations with confidence.
“We’ve developed the Expedition fifteen to meet that explorer style of requirement, which demands dependability and undoubtedly safety, but we’ve also made it comfortable and exceptionally liveable for everyone on board.”
Naiad’s proven rough water performance and handling is the perfect platform to incorporate premium features for extended travel into remote areas in comfort and style.
Inspired by Naiad’s military and rescue craft, the deep V hull and foam-filled D Collar produced a highly capable, reliable, and seaworthy craft. The addition of the latest triple V12 Mercury 600HP outboards delivers an expected 50 knots plus performance. With 2500 litres of fuel capacity, the Expedition fifteen can operate to a range of over 500nm at 25 knots.
The aluminium foam-filled plate hull incorporates closely-spaced frames and stringers for maximum strength, producing a highly reliable craft that provides the traveller peace of mind when exploring isolated and extreme environments. A shallow draft also enables the intrepid adventurer to explore up rivers and cross coastal bars with confidence.
The Expedition fifteen cockpit is ergonomically fitted with enhanced joystick-controlled manoeuverability, whilst shock mitigating seats provide all-day comfort for the owner. These features are further augmented by night vision, radar, triple sounders, AIS, and a full suite of electronics, ensuring that arrival to your destination is safe.
The EXPEDITION fifteen features a water purification system for freshwater supply, generator and solar panels for your power needs, and extensive refrigeration for extended endurance.
With a fully enclosed air-conditioned cabin, full galley, seating options in the bow for 6, upholstered sunbeds and lounge areas, the Expedition fifteen will keep everyone onboard comfortable after a long day of exploring.
