b'MEMBER NEWSBRIX Marine Launches New Whale Watching Vessel for Allen Marine ToursB RIXMarineannouncesthecan accommodate up to 49 passengersHVAC system, custom galley, Freed-launch of the 4818-HTC Ra- and three crew members. man Glitz seating, and comprehensive ven, a new custom-built whaleelectronicsandnavigationsystems. watchingvesselforAllenMarineRaven is a 49-passenger vessel builtSafetyfeaturesincludeaU.S.Coast Tours,Alaska.RavenisthesecondonourprovenHighTunnelCata- Guard-approvedsafetypackage,20- vessel BRIX Marine has developed formarandesign,saidPerryKnudson,and 35-person life rafts, and Fireboy Allen Marine, following the launch ofmanaging director at BRIX Marine.tankroomfiresuppressionsystems. the Eagle in September 2023. With the 1,800 HP provided by Ya- Entertainmentandconnectivityare maha,shesfast,quiet,andsmooth.providedthroughastereosystem,a The 4818-HTC Raven is designed toWe also incorporated some additionalwireless PA system, and Garmin nav-enhancethewhale-watchingexperi- amenities in the galley that elevate theigation electronics.enceinAlaskaswaters,focusingonexperience for passengers.passengercomfort,safety,andsus- Allen Marine Tours is committed to tainability.Thevesselfeaturesa48- Raven is equipped with advanced fea- conservation and education, and Ra-foot hull, a 17 6 beam, and a light- tures designed to enhance the passen- ven supports this mission by provid-ship weight of approximately 31,000ger experience including graphite car- ingaplatformthatminimizesenvi-PHOTO: BRIX MARINEpounds. It is powered by four 450HPbon fiber interiors, low-glare marineronmental impact while maximizing Yamaha outboard engines and has apaint,andnon-skiddeckcoatings.the educational value of its tours. 600-gallonfuelcapacity.ThevesselThe vessel also features an advanced 53 SEPTEMBER 2024'