Honda Marine
Honda Marine and Coast Guard join forces.
A new deal will see Honda Marine's advanced four stroke engines power the Australian Volunteer Coast Guard's entire outboard-powered boat fleet.
Under a recent agreement, the Volunteer Coast Guard's Australia-wide fleet of accredited search and rescue (SAR) vessels will rely on Honda power in an effort to keep our waters safer.
According to Volunteer Coast Guard National Commodore, Chris Gillett, the deal is a great step forward.
"This nationally based agreement goes a long way to cementing the Australian Volunteer Coast Guard's lead position as the only volunteer marine SAR group that operates across five state boundaries," Mr Gillett said.
"I thank Honda for its support and look forward to a long relationship where both parties will work together to actively support Marine Search and Rescue activities and promote protection for the marine environment.
"Honda has a strong reputation for powerful and reliable outboards and we know they are well suited to our demanding applications; a further benefit is the professional support and after-sales service of the Honda Marine dealer network."
Honda Marine Manager, Tim Davies said Honda Marine was delighted to be associated with a professional volunteer group such as the Coast Guard.
"The Australian Volunteer Coast Guard perform an outstanding service in making our waterways safer for all," Mr Davies said. "It's often difficult and thankless work but Coast Guard is extremely passionate and committed to its role.
"I'm confident our advanced four-stroke outboard engine range will perform well under demanding conditions and meet all challenges thrown at it by the Coast Guard."
Mr Davies said the Coast Guard and Honda Marine also shared similar views on the importance of waterway conservation.
"Honda is the only marine engine manufacturer in which every model in its line-up meets the world's toughest emission regulations, including EPA 2006 and CARB 2008," Mr Davies said.
"Four-stroke engines produce less exhaust and noise emissions than two-stroke engines and this is particularly important in Australia's pristine waterways."
Mr Gillett said causing minimal environmental impact was important for the Coast Guard.
