Month: November 2023

“Initially, I had never heard of an amphibious boat; it’s really cool to be able to make an Iguana, and it’s a source of pride. I’m the only pre-decking leader for an amphibious boat globally. By building boats like this, we can be recognized for our technical skills and use them to the best of our abilities. I draw a lot of positive aspects from my experience.

In Iguana, there is a lot of mechanical work due to its amphibious nature. We handle mechanisms like activating arms and tracks, all placed in compartments beneath the deck and within the hull. Our role involves preparing these compartments, installing mechanical elements, connecting them, and then sealing the deck onto the hull. The boat is like a box with a lid, but once closed, the lid cannot be removed. In summary, before the boat moves to the next stage in our shipyard, I must deliver the hull with the integrated deck and functioning mechanics.

It’s always interesting and challenging when a new boat arrives in the factory, especially with new models. Starting from scratch and providing precise and quality work on a hull we don’t know yet is exciting. We step out of our comfort zone. For example, we look forward to working on the new Iguana Bow Rider or custom projects, like the shorter Iguana we recently made for a client. For this example, we had to reconsider locations and part sizes, and rethink the boat’s plan. We often collaborate with the Design Office, whether for managing special projects or creating method sheets for our organization.”