17m Novamarine H2 Reduced to EUR 900,000

Fraser updates the asking price for H2

Fraser has announced a price reduction for H2, a 17-metre Novamarine Black Shiver 160 now offered at EUR 900,000 with VAT paid. The brokerage's notice is dated 6 October 2026 and describes the 2020-built craft as immediately available in Olbia, Sardinia. The announcement concerns the asking price for an existing vessel, rather than a newly launched model or confirmation of a completed transaction.

At this length H2 belongs to the crossover between premium dayboats, fast offshore craft and superyacht chase boats. Fraser is presenting the yacht's unusual speed, flexible deck layout and recent mechanical work as important aspects of the offer. A prospective buyer should still distinguish the advertised price from a final contract, inspect the vessel and establish which equipment and records are included in the sale.

A 17-metre Black Shiver with a dayboat brief

Built by the Italian yard Novamarine in 2020, H2 forms part of the Black Shiver 160 range, a type of large rigid-inflatable craft intended to combine open-air running with onboard comfort. Fraser describes spacious deck areas, sheltered accommodation and distinctive carbon-fibre details. The format suits rapid coastal passages and daytime entertaining, as well as duties linked to a larger yacht.

The size is significant when comparing alternatives. Seventeen metres provides more room for guests and equipment than a compact tender, but it also changes the demands of berthing, handling and maintenance. Potential owners should consider the actual beam, height restrictions and lifting arrangements for their operating base rather than treating the nominal length as the only measure of practicality. Any intended mother-yacht role calls for a proper assessment of launch and recovery provisions.

Triple Mercury outboards define the performance

H2 was repowered in 2022 with three Mercury V600 outboard engines, according to Fraser's brokerage announcement. The firm quotes a 35-knot cruising speed and a maximum of 50 knots. Those figures position the craft in a performance-focused category where propulsion condition and the quality of servicing are especially relevant to a buyer's assessment.

Speed figures are best understood as advertised capabilities, not guarantees for every load, sea state or operating condition. Fuel use, trim and safe passage planning can change markedly as weather and displacement vary. An independent sea trial with the normal complement of passengers and equipment would help establish how the boat actually performs. Service records for each outboard and its associated controls should form part of the technical review.

Recent service work and onboard systems

Fraser says the vessel has been serviced recently and has received a new generator. The release also lists joystick control, Raymarine navigation equipment and a JL Marine audio system. These details give useful starting points for a specification review, although a brief sales announcement does not define every software version, maintenance date or remaining warranty.

The equipment should be evaluated as an integrated package. Joystick manoeuvring can reduce handling workload in close quarters, but its performance depends on correct installation and operating conditions. Navigation displays require current charts and sensible bridge practices regardless of brand. The generator needs a separate record of installation, hours and load testing. Buyers should request the actual inventory, confirm that devices operate as described and note which items may need upgrading.

Carbon detailing and open deck use

The brokerage highlights a carbon T-top and carbon passerelle among H2's features. The top provides shelter over the operating and social areas, while the passerelle serves boarding between boat and shore. Fraser's photographs show the long, low profile characteristic of the Black Shiver family, with a substantial open deck and the visual emphasis on high-speed cruising.

Materials and appearance are only part of the ownership decision. Carbon components should be checked for damage, mounting integrity and compatibility with the systems they support. Owners planning frequent tender transfers may wish to examine boarding heights, handholds, fendering and access for less mobile guests. On a fast open craft, shelter, passenger seating and safe movement under way deserve at least as much attention as styling.

Accommodation and the chase-boat role

H2 offers air-conditioned accommodation for two guests, according to Fraser. That makes it more versatile than a completely open dayboat, but it is not described as a large cruising yacht with multiple guest cabins. The layout is better considered in relation to short coastal trips, overnight flexibility for a small party and the practical requirements of a fast support vessel.

The craft's support-vessel role changes the operating checklist. Crew need to assess communications with the mother yacht, endurance, protected storage and boarding arrangements. A fast vessel may shorten the journey between a marina and an anchorage, but local speed restrictions, traffic and weather govern the route. Whether H2 meets an individual operator's needs depends on those realities rather than maximum speed alone.

Olbia provides a Mediterranean base

Fraser places H2 in Olbia on Sardinia's northeast coast and says the craft can be delivered without delay. That makes a local viewing possible for buyers travelling in the region. The operating location offers access to sheltered harbours and open coastal waters, although the precise itinerary and berth arrangements will depend on the eventual owner's plans. Buyers should confirm the vessel's availability before travel.

A careful visit can clarify how the deck spaces, accommodation and propulsion controls work in practice. It is sensible to see the engine records, navigation displays and electrical equipment in operation rather than relying entirely on the brokerage summary. The September and October announcements describe the same vessel at two asking prices, so the latest documentation should take priority when assessing the listing.

How the updated price fits the market

The current asking figure is EUR 900,000 with VAT paid, compared with the EUR 950,000 quoted in Fraser's 28 August announcement. That represents a EUR 50,000 change in the advertised price. The comparison is between two brokerage notices, not an independently verified sale valuation. It does not establish a final transaction figure or predict how quickly a buyer might emerge.

The new figure brings attention to a distinctive seventeen-metre boat with 2022 Mercury propulsion and a high advertised speed. A serious comparison should look beyond the amount on the listing. The condition of the systems, the relevance of the layout and the reliability of the servicing history can all affect the value a buyer places on H2. Fraser's current notice provides the invitation to inspect rather than a substitute for an informed decision.