THE PINNACLE OF PERFORMANCE
GAME CHANGING CENTRE CONSOLES
Launched in 2019, Valhalla Boatworks has established itself as the world leader in Semi-custom high performance luxury centre consoles. Truly in a league of their own. Created, owned and operated by the Viking Yacht Company, Valhalla Boatworks offers 7 centre consoles from 28 to 55 feet in its game-changing V Series.
HIGHEST QUALITY ENGINEERING
Family Owned & Operated
25+ years
UNMATCHED PERFORMANCE
HIGHEST QUALITY ENGINEERING
Family Owned & Operated
25+ years
UNMATCHED PERFORMANCE
Highest quality engineering
Family Owned & Operated
25+ years
UNMATCHED PERFORMANCE
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What to expect
Start your boating journey
with Short Marine
Whether you’re a new boat buyer and ready to replace your old boat, we can help you simplify your boating journey from every step of the way.
STEP 1: Discovery Call
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DISCOVERY CALLTo start, we go through a deep dive exploration session to find out what your intended use is for the boat – who you’re going to be using it with, where you plan on using it and what you plan on doing with it. After we’ve discovered what you’re looking for in a boat, we’ll prepare a range of suitable boats on the water, ready for you to view, test drive and experience. |
STEP 2: TEST DRIVE
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TEST DRIVEYou must feel comfortable and safe in your boat, which is why we believe the test drive is the most important (and often most overlooked) steps in a buyers boating journey. Once we’ve discovered what kind of boat would best suit you and your boating needs, it’s all about testing the boat on the water and experiencing the ride and handling. We will arrange a selection of boats that match your criteria and arrange a time that suits you to test each boat until you find the perfect fit. |
STEP 3: OPTIONS PRESENTED
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OPTIONS PRESENTEDAfter test-driving the boats and gathering a deeper understanding for what is going to suit you best, we’ll present the different boats/models with tailored options for you to consider. Within the email, we will give an explanation as to how/why these specific models meet your needs and outlay the next steps for you to start your boating journey. From there you’ll place the order for your next boat. |
STEP 4: THE DELIVERY PROCESS
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THE DELIVERY PROCESSOnce your boat has been ordered, we begin the delivery process – one that is curated specifically to you and your new boat purchase. You’ll be introduced to our Delivery Manager, who will keep you up to date every step of the way and manage the delivery and handover of your new boat. Once all of the QC (quality checks) and PD (pre-delivery) procedures have been carried out and your boat is ready for handover, we’ll coordinate a date that suits you for your full handover and training. |
STEP 5: UNLIMITED DRIVER TRAINING
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UNLIMITED DRIVER TRAININGThe most common reason we hear why people end up having a negative boating experience is due to a lack of confidence in handling and owning their boat. This is why we introduced our unique personalised 1-on-1 driver training and coaching, unlimited lessons available for you and your family. Regardless of your experience, we offer this to all of our new boat owners as every boat is different and being 100% comfortable with your new boat is crucial. |
STEP 6: GO BOATING
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GO BOATINGOnce your handover is finalised, you’re ready to go boating and start creating memories with your friends and family. As part of the Short Marine difference, once the handover is completed the relationship doesn’t stop here, that’s where it starts. As part of the Short Marine family you can expect invitations to Short Marine events throughout the year, from Fishing days and training days with industry experts, Open Days to experience the latest model releases and VIP events and Boat Shows. You’ll also be introduced to your own personal relationship manager who will build and manage your maintenance plan for all the service required for your boat so you don’t have to worry about what needs doing, when it needs doing and scheduling in. It’s our goal to make your boating experience easy and enjoyable and our service team allows you to do that. |
STEP 1: DISCOVERY CALL
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DISCOVERY CALLTo start, we go through a deep dive exploration session to find out what your intended use is for the boat – who you’re going to be using it with, where you plan on using it and what you plan on doing with it. After we’ve discovered what you’re looking for in a boat, we’ll prepare a range of suitable boats on the water, ready for you to view, test drive and experience. |
STEP 2: TEST DRIVE
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TEST DRIVEYou must feel comfortable and safe in your boat, which is why we believe the test drive is the most important (and often most overlooked) steps in a buyers boating journey. Once we’ve discovered what kind of boat would best suit you and your boating needs, it’s all about testing the boat on the water and experiencing the ride and handling. We will arrange a selection of boats that match your criteria and arrange a time that suits you to test each boat until you find the perfect fit. |
STEP 3: OPTIONS PRESENTED
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OPTIONS PRESENTEDAfter test-driving the boats and gathering a deeper understanding for what is going to suit you best, we’ll present the different boats/models with tailored options for you to consider. Within the email, we will give an explanation as to how/why these specific models meet your needs and outlay the next steps for you to start your boating journey. From there you’ll place the order for your next boat. |
STEP 4: THE DELIVERY PROCESS
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THE DELIVERY PROCESSOnce your boat has been ordered, we begin the delivery process – one that is curated specifically to you and your new boat purchase. You’ll be introduced to our Delivery Manager, who will keep you up to date every step of the way and manage the delivery and handover of your new boat. Once all of the QC (quality checks) and PD (pre-delivery) procedures have been carried out and your boat is ready for handover, we’ll coordinate a date that suits you for your full handover and training. |
STEP 5: UNLIMITED DRIVER TRAINING
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UNLIMITED DRIVER TRAININGThe most common reason we hear why people end up having a negative boating experience is due to a lack of confidence in handling and owning their boat. This is why we introduced our unique personalised 1-on-1 driver training and coaching, unlimited lessons available for you and your family. Regardless of your experience, we offer this to all of our new boat owners as every boat is different and being 100% comfortable with your new boat is crucial. |
STEP 6: GO BOATING
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GO BOATINGOnce your handover is finalised, you’re ready to go boating and start creating memories with your friends and family. As part of the Short Marine difference, once the handover is completed the relationship doesn’t stop here, that’s where it starts. As part of the Short Marine family you can expect invitations to Short Marine events throughout the year, from Fishing days and training days with industry experts, Open Days to experience the latest model releases and VIP events and Boat Shows. You’ll also be introduced to your own personal relationship manager who will build and manage your maintenance plan for all the service required for your boat so you don’t have to worry about what needs doing, when it needs doing and scheduling in. It’s our goal to make your boating experience easy and enjoyable and our service team allows you to do that. |
In Their Words
Short Marine Customer Experiences
“Exhilarating is probably the best word. To run that well over 55 knots is beyond impressive. It’s hard to believe that a boat of that size can manoeuvre so well. It’s next level. The speed and how nimble it is are the first things i noticed. Valhalla are making something very special. They’re making the ultimate Sportfishing boat – the Ferarri, the Lamborghini of sports fishers, simple as that. There’s a great combination of function and just ultimate luxury. Everything’s just done to the top end”.
Valhalla Boat Owner
About Valhalla
The Evolution of Valhalla Boatworks
The origins of Valhalla Boatworks go back to the early 2000s. Don Gemmell, a close friend of Patrick Healey and a member of the Viking design team that still exists today, wanted to develop a Viking-quality boat in a smaller size. He mapped out a four-page business plan in 2003 for a line of outboard-powered center consoles from about 26 to 34 feet.
These boats would be built with the same high level of construction, engineering and craftsmanship as a Viking yacht. Don also suggested the creation of an independent company (with the same commitment and passion as Viking Yachts) that would design, build and sell the boats. “We were all excited about the project, but at the time the economy was turning for the worse and it got put on the backburner,” says Don.
Fast forward 10 years. Viking co-founder Bill Healey and his grandson Sean (Pat’s son) revived the idea and even began looking for a site in New Jersey to build smaller boats. Finding the right location proved very difficult at that time, but Sean and his brother Justin kept the dream alive.
At the Miami Boat Show in 2018, the Viking team met with yacht designer Michael Peters and began discussing a high-performance center console project using Michael’s patented double-stepped hull design. “We had worked closely with Michael on our motor yachts, and teaming up with him for the center consoles was a natural extension of that relationship,” says Pat. “The timing was right, and we were all very eager to build our own center console after all these years.”
In addition to Don and the Healeys, the Valhalla Boatworks team includes Viking Vice President of Design & Engineering Lonni Rutt, Design Manager David Wilson, Viking Mullica General Manager John Leek IV and Viking Southeast Sales Manager Ryan Higgins. This group – supported by Viking’s vast resources, advanced technology and experienced boatbuilders – is now focused on the production of the finest center consoles that money can buy.
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