Category Archives: In the News

34O Hull Design

The first Back Cove with outboard engines features an entirely new hull design. Kevin Burns, VP of Product Design & Development, explains the new features, and the power of computational fluid dynamics in the design process.  More Info: Introducing … Continue reading →

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Mooring and Docking

Among the best perks of my position as Engineering Manager at Back Cove is performing sea trials to validate a new model or engineering change. Launching a boat that is fresh off the production floor is always exciting, though there … Continue reading →

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Introducing the Back Cove 34O

Yes, the “O” is for Outboard The Back Cove 34O will make her debut at the 2018 Newport International Boat Show.  Her entirely new hull, fitted with standard bow thruster and designed specifically for outboard propulsion, offers cruise and top end … Continue reading →

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Downeast Beginnings: 800 Back Cove Yachts

In the autumn of 2017 Back Cove launched our 800th yacht. It’s an impressive milestone that becomes even more significant when you consider all that it implies: 800 Downeast-style yachts, crafted by more than 200 of Maine’s best boatbuilders, championed … Continue reading →

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Back Cove’s New Lead Project Engineer

We are excited to announce that Joshua St. Germain has been promoted to Lead Project Engineer. Josh will take a leading role in the planning, scheduling, and execution of complex technical projects within the Back Cove Engineering Department. Josh’s judgment … Continue reading →

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