#marine engineering

Does a trusted marine diesel engine beat a new electric pod drive, even if it means more maintenance?

Are modern yachts overengineered junk compared to the classics, or is that just gatekeeping nostalgia?

Is old-school heavy displacement really safer, or just outdated tech dressed up as tradition?

Is a planning hull always superior to a displacement hull, or are we just afraid of slow efficiency?

Is a heavy, all-metal hull really safer than modern composite designs?

Do modern racing yachts sacrifice too much durability for speed?