Powerboat P1 impresses senior Skater figure

Friday 01 August 2008

The #53 Pignolo 53 Evolution-class crew scored a pair of points finishes in Tunisia

Douglas Marine manufacturer General Manager Chris Mornes has said he’s been hugely impressed by the current state of the Powerboat P1 championship after making a first visit to a Grand Prix of the Sea event at the recent round in Tunisia. Douglas Marine builds the Skater hull used by three Evolution-class teams in the series – the #53 Pignolo 53, the #77 Lucas Oil and #69 Honeyparty.com boats.

“I was surprised by how fast Powerboat P1 has grown,” Mornes said. “Skater already has three teams in just a couple of years. Powerboat P1 is set up so well. There’s professional staffing, the event operates on time, there is diligent pursuit of the rules and the management handle people very well.

“US teams need to take a look at Powerboat P1 and pay attention. The ambience, festivities and the way the cities are behind it – everything is first class. Even the Virtual Spectator technology is unbelievable. It really is a well-run organisation – it’s an honour and a privilege to be represented so well here. I would be the first to promote teams to go to Powerboat P1.”