Fresh production images of the Caribbean C40 provide the strongest signal yet that one of Australia’s most recognisable powerboat names is firmly back in business. For long time Caribbean followers, the pictures tell a familiar story. This is a purposeful offshore flybridge cruiser, shaped by experience rather than fashion.
Now under the ownership of Maritimo, Caribbean Boats has returned to production with a clear brief. Respect the brand’s history, but deliver a boat that meets modern expectations for structure, systems, and finish. The C40 is the result of that balance.
Caribbean was founded in Melbourne in 1958 and built its reputation on tough, sea kind hulls and practical layouts. More than 50,000 boats later, those fundamentals still resonate strongly with owners on both sides of the Tasman. The original Caribbean 40 Flybridge Cruiser earned particular respect for its offshore manners, efficiency, and straightforward ownership experience. The new C40 draws directly from that lineage.
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Design and engineering have been led by Maritimo’s in house team at Coomera. The focus has been on retaining the proven deep V running surface while refining the structure and layout to suit contemporary cruising and game fishing use. It is a philosophy that aligns closely with Maritimo’s own approach to long range motor yachts.
Bill Barry-Cotter has described the project as a natural extension of a lifetime spent building boats in Australia. The emphasis, he says, remains on durability, performance, and boats that are designed to be used often and hard.
The Caribbean C40 will make its global debut at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show in May 2026. For many boaties, that unveiling will mark a significant moment. Not just the launch of a new model, but the return of a name that helped define Australian offshore cruising for generations.
