CNAC Inc.
CNAC Inc.
Commercial Vessels
CNAC Inc. has over 25 years experience in the design of commercial bulk carriers, trading on the Great Lakes of North America and on the Oceans of the world. Much of the design experince has been in the field of self-unloading bulk carriers.
The company is currently assisting an Owner with the construction of vessels in China. The assistance includes design, review and approval of drawings, calculations and shipyard onsite assistance. Structural drawings for approval by Lloyds, Lines plans, Longitudinal strength and stability calculations, General Arrangement drawings have all been prepared. (picture of finished vessel)
CNAC Inc. are very experienced in preparing damage and intact stability documents, particularly with regard to Probabilistic Damage Regulations.
CNAC Inc. can provide assistance to a ship owner with design, specification writing and drawings. Drawings can be prepared for all aspects of a design including Structural drawings, Arrangement and Outfit drawings.
CNAC Inc. can also perform salvage calcuations and provide emergency response to flooding/damage situations. The principal Naval Architect has been involved with salvage operations on the Great Lakes of veesels 100 to 222m long. (presentation of salvage to Royal Institution of Naval Architects)
Pleasure Vessels
CNAC designs custom cruising sail boats constructed of marine Aluminum alloy. Current designs are specialising in Motor Sailers, which provide the cruising sailor with the best of both worlds. For those days when the wind is against you and you want to get to a particular destination for the week-end, just put the engine on and sit in the comfort of the large pilot house and relax. When the wind is in a favourable direction, un-furl the sails also from the comfort of the pilot house, and scoot off over the horizon. On days where the wind is not quite enough, then the sails and engine can be used together. A self pitching propeller is supplied so that the most efficient pitch is developed to provide the thrust necessary to drive the boat and produce the greatest fuel ecconomy.
Designs are currently available for yachts upto 65 feet in length.Larger vessels can be designed to meet a cruisers specific needs.
MS55. A 55 foot motorsailer, capable of 1500 miles range under power, and considerably further if using sail assist. She is capable of cruising at hull speed (over 9 knots) under power with ample reserve for heading into weather. Off the wind, there is 1200 sq ft of sail to drive you along. Also provided is an off wind jib on a bowsprit, to provide additional horsepower when reaching or running. The yacht is constructed of marine grade aluminum for extended life. Bilge keels may be fitted if the boat is to be sailed in areas with large tidal fluctuations, so the boat can 'dry' out without having to shore the boat up. The bilge keels also allow easy winter storage, since no cradle is required.
MS65. A 65 foot motorsailer, capable of 2000 miles range under power, and considerably further if using sail assist. She is capable of cruising at hull speed (about 10 knots) under power with ample reserve for heading into weather. Off the wind, there is 1700 sq ft of sail to drive you along. Also provided is an off wind jib on a bowsprit, to provide additional horsepower when reaching or running. The rig is set up as a staysail schooner to provide the greatest flexibility in sail trim and boat handling. This yacht is also designed to be built using marine grade aluminum for long life and reduced maintenance. The accommodation is spacious and a pleasure to live in. If you have dreams of extended cruising, then this yacht will meet your requirements.
CNAC32. A 32 foot sloop or cutter rig. A comfortable long distance cruiser, designed for offshore cruising. Designed in marine grade aluminum alloy for strength and longevity. She has been drawn with classic looking lines and deck house. The boat is easily handled by a short handed crew, or couple.
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