Grand Banks Yachts

Grand Banks Yachts Grand Banks Yachts is one of the most highly sought-after yacht brands on the market today.

Recognised universally for its superior quality and craftsmanship, and renowned for pioneering the trawler cruising yacht market since 1956.

HISWA te Water is underway in Lelystad, and the Netherlands based Grand Banks team is delighted to be part of one of Eur...
09/02/2026

HISWA te Water is underway in Lelystad, and the Netherlands based Grand Banks team is delighted to be part of one of Europe’s premier in-water boat shows.

If you are visiting Bataviahaven this week, we invite you to stop by, meet the team and spend some time aboard the new Grand Banks 54. It is always a pleasure to connect with fellow cruisers, hear where their travels have taken them and talk about where they hope to go next.

HISWA te Water continues through Sunday, September 6. We look forward to welcoming you aboard.

Find out more and book a tour @ https://www.grandbanks.com/events/hiswa-te-water-2026

Another magical summer night at the Grand Banks Marina and Owners Club in Newport, Rhode Island. It’s always great to ca...
08/22/2026

Another magical summer night at the Grand Banks Marina and Owners Club in Newport, Rhode Island. It’s always great to catch-up with old friends and make new ones.

As Grand Banks celebrates its 70th anniversary, it seems only fitting that we’re returning to our roots in Newport Beach...
08/14/2026

As Grand Banks celebrates its 70th anniversary, it seems only fitting that we’re returning to our roots in Newport Beach, California.

Our recently opened sales and service office at 2801 West Coast Highway sits directly across the harbor from Grand Banks’ former sales office in Lido Village, a familiar setting for a new chapter in our deep history on the West Coast.

Leading our Newport Beach presence is Sarah Antona, a veteran sales and operations professional whose connection with Grand Banks spans generations. Alongside Sarah is Robert Antona, USA Commissioning Manager for the GB Marine Group and a Volvo Penta Master Technician, bringing extensive technical expertise and factory-level support directly to Grand Banks owners throughout the West Coast.

The new office reflects CEO and Chief Designer Mark Richards’ continued focus on creating boutique, factory-direct sales and service centers in the places where our owners live, cruise, and enjoy their boats. It’s great to be home in Newport Beach and Sarah and Rob welcome you to come on by for a visit!

Where has your Grand Banks taken you?For 70 years, Grand Banks owners have explored some of the world's most remarkable ...
08/10/2026

Where has your Grand Banks taken you?

For 70 years, Grand Banks owners have explored some of the world's most remarkable cruising grounds. Some are well known. Others remain wonderfully off the beaten path.

Here are six destinations that continue to inspire us:

Palau, Micronesia — Untouched lagoons, limestone islands, and some of the richest marine life on Earth.

Paradise Islands, Malaysia — Crystal-clear water, quiet anchorages, and tropical cruising just beyond the Grand Banks shipyard.

Block Island, Rhode Island — A timeless New England favorite where generations of Grand Banks owners have gathered each summer.

Hamilton Island, Australia — The gateway to the spectacular Whitsundays and the Great Barrier Reef.

Lofoten Islands, Norway — Dramatic Arctic fjords where midnight sun meets unforgettable cruising.

Khutze Inlet, British Columbia — Hidden deep within British Columbia’s remote Inside Passage, the only sounds are wind, water, and the occasional splash of a salmon.

Now we'd love to hear from you.

What's your favorite cruising destination—and why? It doesn't have to be famous. Sometimes the best anchorages are the ones few people know about.

The first 25 Grand Banks owners or enthusiasts to share their favorite destination in the comments (and tell us why) will receive a complimentary Grand Banks hat.

Let's build the ultimate Grand Banks cruising guide together! Built for the Journey Ahead.

08/06/2026

Before there was a fleet of Down East yachts lining the docks, there was the Eastbay 38.

In 1993, Grand Banks launched the first production Down East yacht and, in doing so, established a category that would inspire an entire generation of builders.

Today, the Eastbay 44 continues this legacy. Powered by the same pioneering philosophy and built with market-leading technology and innovation, it delivers performance that's impossible to ignore: 33 knots at full throttle and a refined, efficient 23-knot cruise.

This is where modern Down East began. Stay tuned to see where it's going.

1984Instant Classic: In 1984 the Grand Banks 46 was launched. The initial 7 hulls were actually stretch 42s and are cons...
08/04/2026

1984
Instant Classic: In 1984 the Grand Banks 46 was launched. The initial 7 hulls were actually stretch 42s and are considered a phenomenal running boat. Then with hull No. 8, the beam was increased and the cockpit was introduced. The model was a phenomenal success with 300 sold globally.

Take a closer look at the Grand Banks 54. It’s ready to deliver on the full yacht experience in a range of conditions.Fo...
07/30/2026

Take a closer look at the Grand Banks 54. It’s ready to deliver on the full yacht experience in a range of conditions.

For decades, the passagemaking world accepted a simple trade-off: It was either range or speed. Pick one.

Then in 2014 Grand Banks began to prove that through design, engineering, and technology, the two did not have to be mutually exclusive.

The company’s V-Warp Technology® rewrites that assumption from the hull up. A warped form is designed to run efficiently across the entire speed curve, not just at displacement speeds. The result: more range when you need it, more speed when want it, and a running attitude that simply stays the same no matter your speed. This means less energy used and better seakeeping ability.

That's not a compromise. It’s simply continuing 70 years of pioneering boatbuilding and design.

1980The Little Ship That Could: Grand Banks kicks off the decade with the introduction of go-anywhere Grand Banks 49. Wi...
07/30/2026

1980
The Little Ship That Could: Grand Banks kicks off the decade with the introduction of go-anywhere Grand Banks 49. With a stand-up engine room, abundant stowage and tankage, the GB49 was designed to go the distance. A total of 126 hulls were built until the model was retired in 1997.

At some point, preparation ends. The lines come off, the inlet opens up, and the passage begins. What you do underway ma...
07/28/2026

At some point, preparation ends. The lines come off, the inlet opens up, and the passage begins. What you do underway matters just as much as what you did at the dock before leaving.

Here are four tips for when the weather turns while you're out there:

1. In heavy weather, drive the boat.
Dialing in the throttles and handing things to the autopilot is not always the answer in confused, breaking seas. Meet the big rollers at the most advantageous angle and speed. Know your hull's sweet spot, and use it.

2. Keep the crew fed and hydrated.
Hungry or dehydrated crew make poor decisions. Cook the meal before the bad weather arrives. Make the thermos of coffee. Top off the water bottles. A crew that's been taken care of performs and that matters when it's 0300 and the weather hasn't improved.

3. Have a man-overboard plan. A real one.
Know how you'll get someone back aboard, not in theory, but in practice. Standard swim platforms place a recovered crew member dangerously close to props and rudders. Amidships ladder setups keep the person clear and give you better maneuverability. Think through the scenario before you need it.

4. Monitor the VHF. Use it.
Not every vessel runs AIS. Some fishing boats have it switched off. At night, you're looking for lights. When you're uncertain about another vessel's intentions simply call them. That's what the radio is for.

There's no substitute for experience on the water. But the habits of experienced passagemakers can be studied, discussed, and applied. That's what this series is about. Please share any tips that you routinely follow as well. We’ll see you on the water!

As part of sharing our passagemaking tips generated by our in-house team, we wanted to turn to the engineroom. Most offs...
07/24/2026

As part of sharing our passagemaking tips generated by our in-house team, we wanted to turn to the engineroom. Most offshore incidents build quietly over time. A little debris in the tank here, a hose clamp that worked itself loose there, until the moment you can least afford a problem.

Here are three easy mechanical and equipment checks that belong on every pre-departure list:

1. Change your fuel filters before they need it.
Bad fuel sitting in a tank will make itself known offshore, especially if you are in foul weather. Before departure on a long passage, change your primary and secondary filters. After 24 hours of running, inspect the primaries again. Peace of mind on a long passage is worth the 15 minutes it takes.

2. Tighten hoses, clamps, and fasteners.
Heavy weather works things loose that calm water won't. Going around and checking before departure is also a chance to lay eyes on components and hoses throughout the boat, a discipline that catches problems early.

3. Carry Rescue Tape.
Self-fusing silicone tape has saved a fair number of passages. A pinhole in an exhaust hose or a weeping heat exchanger, among other problems, can all be handled temporarily until you can do the work properly. It costs almost nothing and earns its space aboard every time.

The boats that go far are maintained with the same attention they're built with. That's not coincidence.

More from our passagemaking cruising tips next week. Share this with someone who takes their passages seriously.

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