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Construction of a custom boat in Skåne, Sweden, reaches a milestone as the full deck structure is installed, spanning 15.2 meters from the aft to the bow.12:03 The build process involves laminating PET foam panels with fiberglass, using 30 layers for structural G10 components like aft cleats and lifeline stanchions.1:53 To prevent overheating during the curing process, water-filled bags are placed on the laminated surfaces.2:46 The team is currently finalizing the cockpit layout, which features a split-level design to accommodate headroom beneath the deckhouse roof, with 2.1-meter-long benches.12:43 Future work includes designing a watertight engine room hatch, installing a solar arch, and finalizing the dinghy davit system.15:07 The project, now entering its third year, is shifting focus toward sealing the structure for the upcoming winter season to allow for interior heating during continued construction.17:54

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