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Arksen proudly announces a five-year partnership with Yamaha Motor Europe, following the engine manufacturer’s launch of new models, refreshed colours and styling for 2025. This partnership initially applies to the Arksen 8 and will be expanded over time to a wider range of 20-55ft Arksen models within the Arksen Discovery and Adventure Series.
All Arksen Discovery Series boats will come equipped with Yamaha Outboard Engines
The two companies have joined forces to solidify their shared ambition to create a more sustainable future. Yamaha is committed to decarbonisation through multiple technology solutions and their level of investment and support of OEM partners aligns with Arksen’s ethos and ambitious growth objectives.
Yamaha has a long-standing enviable reputation for premium reliability and performance thanks to their high level of precision engineering and technological innovation. The combination of Arksen adventure-ready boats powered by Yamaha outboards, makes for a formidable alliance that elevates Arksen’s ethos to ‘build without compromise’. Owners will benefit from a premium on-water experience, inspiring the confidence to explore further whilst also benefiting from the reassurance of Yamaha’s comprehensive global dealership network, providing unbeatable aftersales service and maintenance.
All Arksen Discovery Series boats distributed globally will be offered with a selection of outboard options from Yamaha’s impressive product line. The Arksen 8 is offered as standard with a single 300hp V6 outboard with options to upgrade up to a maximum of 500hp with twin 250hp V6 outboards. Owners will be able to effortlessly control their Arksen vessel with confidence through the option of Yamaha’s Helm Master EX boat control systems.
Nick Bailey, Arksen Discovery & Adventure Series Business Development Manager, added: “We believe in using only the very best components and materials throughout our product ranges to create an exceptional experience and performance for our customers on the water. Partnering with Yamaha enables us to offer some of the most capable and advanced boats on the market today, enabling Arksen owners to explore some of the most wild and remote destinations on earth, helping inspire a love and appreciation for the natural world and the desire to protect it.”
Fabrice Lacoume, Marine Director at Yamaha Motor Europe said: “Arksen’s philosophy of adventure without compromise, paired with its keen focus on sustainability made the brand an ideal partner for Yamaha. We look forward to growing our sustainable capabilities and increasing choice for our customers.”
The Arksen Discovery Series boats range from six to 12 metres and are designed with adventure in mind. The latest addition to the series, launched at the end of 2024, is the Arksen 8. Crafted with precision and passion by a dedicated team of experts using premium materials and components, the Arksen 8 offers superior functionality, enhanced specifications and intelligent use of space, combined with luxurious refinement. The Arksen 8 is engineered for versatility, offering the capability to handle cross-channel and inter-island voyages with ease.
Find out more about the Arksen Discovery series here.
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