On this page we focus on unusual Naiad boat projects under construction at Woody Marine Fabrication Woody Marine Fabrication boast a factory which is immaculately kept - as will be seen in the images on these pages. This workplace condition reflects directly on the work ethic of the management and staff at Woody Marine Fabrication. Every "i" is dotted and every "t" crossed when it comes to the manufacture of Naiad rigid inflatable boats. Naiad 6.3m Search & Rescue Boat - Raby Bay Length O.A 6.3m Beam 2.6m Deadrise: 23 Degrees Engines 2 x 175 hp Suzuki 4 Stroke Outboards Fuel 300 litres Class 2C (USL) Naiad 6.8m Cuddy Cabin Length O.A 6.8m Beam 2.6m Deadrise: 23 degrees Engine Single 175 HP Suzuki DF 175 Fuel 200 litres Built as a vessel for private use as a dive and fishing boat. Good size boarding platforms, dive bottle storage and shelter from the elements. Naiad 7.5m Length O.A 7.5m Beam 3.0m Engines Yanmar 440HP Fuel 200 litres Jet Unit: 292 Hamilton Speed Est: 30 - 40 knot Passengers 10 Naiad 8.5m Eco Tourism Boat - Newcastle Length O.A 8.5m Beam 3.0m Engines 2 x 200 hp 4 Stroke Yamaha Fuel 400 litres Passengers 12 + 2 crew Class 2C (USL) Naiad 9 metre Stepped Hull Hard Top Search and Rescue vessels for Volunteer Marine Rescue Queensland to be stationed at St Paul's and Midge Point. Length O.A 9m Beam 3m Engines 2 x 200 hp Suzuki 4 Stroke Outboards Class USL 2C Naiad 9 metre Stepped Hull Charter Vessel Brisbane This vessel incorporates Naiads latest thinking in vessels powered by outboards in this size range.With the stepped hull, buoyancy raised at the shoulders and twin 300hp outboards this vessel is sure to be a " Head Turner " in both looks and performance. Designed to be comfortable for the passengers with fully enclosed Head, pressure water system and bow boarding for bow in beach landings. Length 9.0m Beam 3.0m Power Twin 300hp Counter Rotating Outboards Fuel 400 litres Class USL 2C 6 passengers + 2 crew Naiad 11.3m - Eco-Tourist Vessel "Wild Thing" Length O.A 11.3m Beam 4.0m Engines 2 x 300 hp V Max HPDi Counter Rotating Outboards Fuel 600 litres Passengers 26 + 2 crew Class 1C (USL) An exciting vessel in looks and performance utilising Naiads latest technology with the buoyancy raised at the shoulders for improved sea keeping qualities and "stepped hull" construction. On a conventional hull water tends to suck the hull down which, if released, decreases the resistance and improves fuel economy. Also on tight turns and maneuvering at speed the hull can be held down on one side or the other and can release suddenly causing a skip effect. The stepped hull can prevent this. The steps also cushion the hull on a stream of air bubbles to help improve the ride further.