SCIBS release for Craftsman Marine engines

SYDNEY-based All Marine Spares has announced it will be distributing the Craftsman Marine range of engines to the Australian market through its existing trade customer base. The new engines will be offically launched at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show.

All Marine Spares managing director Leigh Francis told Marine Business he is optimistic for a successful SCIBS, and is expecting Craftsman's quality reputation and sell-out success in Europe to be a big drawcard for the Australian market.

All Marine Spares recently visited the Craftsman Marine factory and was instantly impressed with the care taken to produce each engine.

“We were blown away with the level of technology and sophistication in the production of these engines,” Francis said.

Craftsman Marine is a Dutch company established during 2008. The parent company, Craftsman Automation, is one of the largest engineering and construction companies in the world. Craftsman’s push into marine will be targeting the recreational craft and light commercial vessel sectors.

Craftsman Marine engines are, according to the company, designed and developed wrth three major factors in mlnd: reliability, safety and low cost of installation and maintenance. The range of marine dlesel engines are based on the rugged and reliable Mitsubishi powerplants. An efficient dual cooling circuit and a high-up position of the alternator (far away from any bilge water) are a few of the hallmarks of these engines.

The new range also meets the ever increasing tough envirnomental standards imposed in Europe.

“Craftsman Marine engines fulfill all the emmission standards set by the European ERP for pleasure craft emmisions,” he said.

Craftsman offer five models, with two, three or four cylinders and an output of 12, 16,27,33 or 42 hp, respectively.

All Marine Spares is a specialist trade-only supplier to the marine industry. The distribution of Craftsman Marine adds to the long list of brands, including:Volvo Penta parts, Mallory Marine Products, Dr Shrink, Osco manifolds, and plenty more.

More information at www.allmar.com.au.