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Fishing Tournament

Double Header’s Return: A Tale of Restoration and Adventure

In the world of maritime lore, there’s a special place reserved for vessels that have weathered countless storms, reeled in epic catches, and carried the dreams of seafarers around the world. Among these storied vessels Double Header, a classic sport-fisher with a history as rich as the waters it once navigated stands out. This isn’t...

FPT Powers New Salmon Gillnetter for Bristol Bay

In the heart of Alaska’s rugged Bristol Bay, where salmon runs draw fishermen from across the globe, a new vessel emerges, poised to make waves in the fishing industry. Meet the “PipeDream”, a 32’ x 15’ twin jet boat purpose-built for the demanding waters of Bristol Bay, equipped with cutting-edge FPT engines courtesy of Marine...

FPT Repowered – 53’ Jet-Drive Aluminum Catamaran

In the heart of Gulf Coast waters, Global Marine Solutions (GMS) of Pensacola discovered a challenge within one of their fleet’s vessels, the Peter Gladding. This 53’ jet-drive aluminum catamaran, once part of The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) fleet, underwent a significant transformation to better serve the needs of Gulf-based clients. The key?...

“Under Wraps” Unleashing the Mythical Battleship

In 2021, Derick Burns took the Killer, a vinyl-wrapped gillnetter, to Bristol Bay, turning heads with its giant salmon-themed design, promoting FPT engines during pandemic restrictions. Now, the 2023 season welcomes the Battleship, a brainchild of MSHS’ Justin Roeser. Wrapped like a war survivor, it conceals Tom Aliotti’s secret hull design, powered by two 530-hp...

Unveiling a spectacular new Bristol Bay Boat powered by FPT in Naknek, Alaska

June 11, 2023, will be the unveiling of the newest Bristol Bay boat named the “Norrin Radd” made by ACI Boats with the technical support of Marine Propulsion West along with Marine Jet Power and powered by FPT with a pair of remarkable Twin keel-cooled FPT N67 570 EVO engines in all their glory. Witness...