Published on May 10, 2013 IYRS is a world-class experiential school dedicated to teaching highly technical and deeply craft-oriented career skills. IYRS currently has three accredited schools: School of Boatbuilding & Restoration, School of Marine Systems, and School of Composites Technology.
French & Webb – Belfast, Maine – The extensive two-year restoration of 1926 Herreshoff New York 40 Marilee is taking most of French & Webb’s man power this month. Her hull exterior and rudder are almost complete, and the floor and walls of the hull interior are nearing that stage as well. Interior design plans …
By Bill Trotter, BDN Staff – TRENTON, Maine — Two local luxury yacht makers are joining forces in a purchase agreement announced Tuesday. Hinckley Yachts indicated in a brief written statement that it has acquired Morris Yachts. Terms of the sale were not disclosed. According to the statement, Hinckley acquired the assets of Morris Yachts …
The Hagerty Education Program at America’s Car Museum awards $20,000 in scholarship funds for students at the IYRS School of Boatbuilding & Restoration. Newport, Rhode Island – IYRS School of Technology & Trades is pleased to announce a grant award of $20,000 from The Hagerty Education Program at America’s Car Museum (HEP). These grant funds …
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In tribute to Theo Jansen and his living sculptures. Constructed of tubes and plastic film, empty bottles and ropes, this sculpture is called “Animaris umerus”. Sails on top of the creature captures the wind and waves, the energy is captured and stored as pressure in the bottles restores the legs and allows the entire move. …