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XC47 review: is this the best bluewater cruiser ever?

• Toby Hodges
• January 25, 2024

The XC47 is marketed as the ‘best bluewater cruiser ever built’ – a very bold claim – but does this powerful yacht actually match the hype?

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We’re close-hauled in 7-10 knots of true wind, making 6-6.5 knots of boat speed, with the helm beautifully balanced and only a degree or two of weather helm. A gentle ease of the XC47 hydraulic backstay in the lulls gives more depth to the sail shape, while a few pumps depowers the rig in the puffs.

It’s a scenario that’s instantly familiar to many thousands of X-Yacht owners over the years. But this isn’t the first beat of a short round the cans race. Instead, we’re on a comfortable serious bluewater cruiser that weighs almost 15 tonnes and has impressive stowage and payload.

The XC47 is a pivotal model for the Danish yard in a slimmed-down range of long distance cruisers. It’s also the first all-new boat without input from co-founder and lead designer Niels Jeppesen, with markedly different styling.

Reducing the number of models in the Xc line allowed effort to be focussed on a yacht that embodies many small but important improvements that came out of extensive consultation with clients who have completed circumnavigations on older Xc models.

This is the first all-new non Jeppesen design from X-Yachts, with very different styling to earlier models. Photo: Ludovic Fruchaud/imacis.fr/EYOTY

The concept of the XC47 hull shape is very similar in the forward sections and distinct stern overhang to previous Xc designs, with the aim of keeping the same easy motion in a seaway. However, in other respects the stern sections have been updated, with a wide transom and soft chines well above the waterline.

The latter markedly increase form stability when heeled, giving more performance when reaching and enabling full sail to be carried for longer in a rising wind. At the same time, the deep canoe body with plenty of rocker that helps create a voluminous hull, with a large payload, is retained.

This is also the first design from X-Yachts with a semi decksaloon layout. Yet when you’re sailing it doesn’t feel like a decksaloon yacht, partly because of a slightly higher cockpit floor that also helps increase volume in the aft cabins, without making it feel as though you’re perched up high when on deck.

On bearing away and hoisting the top-down furling gennaker the wind increased to 12-13 knots as a shower moved overhead. With a true wind angle of around 140°, and the apparent more or less on the beam, boat speed climbed to 8.6 knots. While there are many ways in which this feels like a performance boat, once downwind in a breeze with a kite up you can feel the 15 tonne displacement – and that pronounced rocker – holding the boat back.

A forgiving displacement hull, but still a slippery one with relatively low freeboard. Photo: Ludovic Fruchaud/imacis.fr/EYOTY

XC47 – surfing performance

Nevertheless, when the true wind speed later increased to 17-18 knots, with occasional gusts of 20 we enjoyed spirited sailing, still under gennaker, under full control at 8-9.5 knots, with clear signs the boats would willingly surf on a larger sea. We had a chance to experience this towards the end of my second day on board, in only 12-16 knots of breeze, but with a large following swell. Sailing with the gennaker at a 125-135° true wind angle we surfed readily, hitting a maximum of 11.5 knots under complete control and, surprisingly, maintaining an average speed very close to that of a high performance 43-footer sailing nearby.

I also had the benefit of sailing the boat in light airs – a situation in which many heavier designs fall down, forcing you to motor when the breeze is much less than 10 knots. Close-hauled in 7-10 knots true, we made 5.5-6.5 knots, despite an awkward swell.

The boat retained its lovely feel on the helm in these conditions, with just one or two degrees of weatherhelm. Later on in an easier sea state, we made 7-7.2 knots in 8-9 knots of true wind, tacking through around 85°. And when the breeze eased to just 5-6.5 knots we still maintained a useful 4.5-5.5 knots close-hauled – remarkable figures for a yacht of this type.

Our test XC47’s Elvström Ekko laminate sails that set nicely undoubtedly helped speed, pointing and handling, though the layout of deck hardware is also important. The hydraulic backstay that gives such easy control of sail shape is centrally positioned between the wheels and can be operated equally easily on either tack.

This feels like a performance boat. Photo: Ludovic Fruchaud/imacis.fr/EYOTY

It’s also possible to reach the mainsheet from both helm stations on the XC47, though the traveller is at the aft end of the coachroof. This can be helpful when alone on a gusty night watch as it can be operated from within the protection of the effective sprayhood. One of the few criticisms of the boat we could find is that the 4:1 purchase for the traveller proved inadequate. However, compared to deficiencies we see at times on other prototype boats this is a minor issue that’s easy to rectify on production models.

Helm stations are well aft in the boat, especially compared to centre cockpit bluewater designs. However, the ability of today’s autopilots is such that on passage it is likely to be steering the bulk of the time. If a backup system is specified – and the boat has multiple charging sources for redundancy (such as regeneration, a genset and adequate solar) – the set up can be relied on for many thousands of miles, assuming diligent routine maintenance.

Unlike many decksaloon yachts all lines are handled at the cockpit, even with the standard slab reefing mainsail. The deck layout is based around a pair of Harken winches on each coaming outboard of the cockpit benches and just ahead of the helm stations. The arrangement broadly works well, particularly as a lot of effort has been made to keep friction at bay.

A horizontal bar in the decksaloon windows takes the halyards and other lines aft from the mast, running in stainless steel conduits and with minimal deflection, markedly reducing friction. Even so, most owners will want the electric option for the winches.

The Xc47 is a pivotal model for the Danish yard.

The test XC47 was set up with a 106% headsail and there’s also provision for a self-tacking jib, with a recessed foredeck track that can be retrofitted if necessary, even on boats with a full teak deck.

To reduce effort associated with sail handling, without compromising sail shape, around 80% of larger X-Yachts leave the yard with the optional composite Furlerboom. This makes hoisting, lowering and reefing all straightforward when close-hauled, especially if the jib is trimmed on and therefore bends the airflow further forward over the mainsail.

X-Yachts tells me the boat is designed to handle full main with the apparent wind well aft of the beam in up to 25 knots of true wind. That seems to be a fair assumption, given the ease with which it handled 20-knot gusts reaching with the gennaker. However, when sailing downwind in a rising breeze the system makes it important to think further ahead than on a boat with slab reefing (that allows sail to be shortened with the apparent wind aft of the beam).

The layout around the pedestals makes it easy to sail short-handed with instruments and winches to hand. Photo: Ludovic Fruchaud/imacis.fr/EYOTY

With the set up on the test XC47 it may be possible to drop the first reef in with the wind aft of the beam, but beyond that the luff of the sail tends to creep forwards along the mandrel in the boom, so it’s not feasible to take deeper reefs in a similar manner. That means luffing up to bring the apparent wind forward of the beam, making it a much livelier experience.

On deck stowage includes a forward sail locker with space for two furling sails, plus an anchor locker that will take 150m of chain.

Instead of a space-consuming tender garage the XC47 has a huge lazarette aft, plus dedicated liferaft stowage. An optional novel davit system is integrated with the hinged bathing platform such that the dinghy is automatically launched when the platform is lowered. For longer passages the tender can also be stowed on the foredeck.

The beam wide lazarette offers plenty of stowage and contains a neat liferaft launching system. Photo: Ludovic Fruchaud/imacis.fr/EYOTY

Power decisions

At 640lt the standard water tankage is not overly generous, though that will not be a concern for those who specify a watermaker. Equally there are plenty of boats in this market that offer more than 500lt of fuel tankage, though the hybrid propulsion system (a €120,000 upgrade) fitted to the test boat, a pre-production prototype, is significantly more efficient than a conventional diesel motor.

An increasing number of X-Yachts’ clients are now asking for hybrid propulsion. The system developed for the XC47 uses Oceanvolt’s 25kW Servoprop, which just won the overall DAME innovation award in November (see page 14), in place of a standard 109hp diesel. This is coupled to a 46.8kWh battery pack that’s only marginally smaller than that of a Tesla Model 3 car, plus there’s an 11kW Fischer Panda range-extending generator. This produces enough power to drive the boat at 6.8 knots in flat water and no wind, without input from the battery bank. The efficiency of this combination is such that Oceanvolt reckons range under power is increased by around 30% compared to diesel propulsion.

At 8.5 knots boat speed the regenerating function produced 500W of power, a figure which ought to increase by 30-50% with the correct propeller fitted.

The semi decksaloon has ample light, headroom and natural ventilation at the expense of different floor levels. Photo: Ludovic Fruchaud/imacis.fr/EYOTY

Stowage solutions

Below decks X-Yachts has obviously spent time and money on creating an arrangement that feels spacious, but where you can move around at sea safely. For a bluewater boat the stowage is also worth particular mention thanks to the numerous lockers of all sizes.

A combination of the changes in the hull shape and the decksaloon configuration mean interior volume is the same as that of the Xc50 and 21% larger than the now-discontinued Xc45. The decksaloon of the new model has a raised sole aft in the main accommodation area, with a space underneath it for tankage, battery banks and other technical items. This leaves most of the space under the bunks and settees free of systems and therefore available for stowage of larger items. The main exception on the test boat was an aircon unit under the port settee.

There is a lot more interior storage than a Pure X model of similar size would have and it’s neatly divided into both large and small compartments, drawers and so on. This is time-consuming and expensive to produce, but makes a huge difference when spending extended periods of time on board.

Superb stowage in the galley (and throughout the interior). Photo: Ludovic Fruchaud/imacis.fr/EYOTY

There are also reassuringly deep fiddles, including a pair on the galley worktop that can be turned upside down to give a big flat work area when in port.

In the design phase X-Yachts created a full-scale mockup of the interior and heeled it to 20º in both directions. The outcome is worthy of praise – it feels spacious, there’s relatively easy circulation for people, yet it doesn’t feel like there are awkward wide open spaces that are difficult to negotiate at sea.

This process might be considered as overkill and unnecessary expense, but important outcomes include extra handholds below decks, plus recesses in galley and chart table for fiddles so they can also double as effective handholds. That’s the kind of the level of detail needed to create a top notch product.

In any case, while it remains unusual, building full-scale mockups is by no means unprecedented. At the other end of the scale, for example, back when the Laser SB3 sportsboat was being developed the team at The Laser Centre put a mockup of the cockpit in the company’s offices to sit in during coffee breaks. They quickly figured out exactly the optimum position for every element of deck hardware across all manoeuvres. That boat was also a huge success from the outset.

Forward master berth has yet more large and accessible stowage. Photo: Ludovic Fruchaud/imacis.fr/EYOTY

On the XC47 the owner’s cabin will impress thanks to a combination of space, light and ventilation, plus excellent stowage. The aft cabins, which benefit from the additional beam carried aft and extra clearance below the cockpit floor, have a very flexible layout. They can be arranged with twin side-by-side berths, or as a huge double.

There’s a massive amount of easily accessed stowage – the inboard cushion, for instance lifts on gas struts to reveal a large top tray for easily accessed items, with deeper stowage below that. It’s also possible to specify a two cabin option with one of the quarter cabins forming a large utility space, plus a single bunk, and up to 300lt of extra refrigeration capacity.

Throughout the interior of the XC47 there are a lot of opening overhead hatches, including a forward facing one above the head of the bed in the master cabin forward, which helps maximise natural ventilation at anchor. There’s also a very neat covered ventilation system for the heads and galley area that can be left open at sea. It’s one of the best ideas of its type that I have seen and certainly proved effective during our test.

Aft heads and cabin (which can be a utility cabin). Photo: Ludovic Fruchaud/imacis.fr/EYOTY

One of the most notable aspects of the interior is how impressively quiet the XC47 is when going to windward, with none of the creaking or groaning that’s often encountered. Hull construction is vacuum infused, post-cured foam core sandwich using E-glass and epoxy. Carbon reinforcement is used strategically in structural members, particularly in the bottom of the hull, allowing these to be smaller and therefore intrude less into the accommodation space.

Carbon is also used in the coachroof to distribute the mainsheet traveller loads without resorting to structural pillars in the galley area, while the boat still features X-Yachts’ trademark galvanised frame to distribute keel and rig loads.

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While it has some conservative traits this is an innovative yacht in many respects. X-Yachts has tried hard to retain good sailing performance, with a responsive feel, in a heavier design. Equally a lot of thought, knowledge and development work has clearly gone into this model, without temptation to cut corners. The result is a very nicely presented package and an excellent execution of this type of boat that grew on me during the test. Is it the best bluewater cruiser ever built? The answer to that question is complex and nuanced. There are some whose needs will best served by a multihull, while some of those who choose a monohull will happily sacrifice load carrying ability for planing performance. Equally this part of the market has historically been dominated by centre cockpit designs for the protection they offer together with larger owners’ cabins aft with more privacy. However, few will equal the enticing combination of the very solid and reassuring feel of the Xc47, the pleasure of sailing this yacht, and its very civilised and well organised accommodation.

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X-Yachts : How good is the new XC-47?

Jochen Rieker

 ·  26.10.2023

X-Yachts is renewing its cruising line and at the same time widening the gap between the so-called X-Pure and XC models. The Danes confidently declare that their first model, the XC-47, is "better than any other boat in its class".

And they are not that wrong. In fact, the 15-metre yacht, whose striking lines take some getting used to, impressed both conceptually and substantially. The level of detail in the interior is simply impressive, better than other top boats in the luxury class. The sailing characteristics and seaworthiness do not disappoint.

What's more, compared to its predecessors, the XC-45 and XC-50, it offers far greater independence. It is a boat that completely reinterprets long-distance sailing in a consistent manner.

Plenty of storage space below deck

Examples? Oh, there are plenty! Let's start with the secondary virtues, which are more important in a blue water boat than in a cruising yacht that is trimmed more for performance: probably no other model in the luxury segment offers so much easily accessible storage space.

And we don't just mean the enormously deep sail load in the foredeck and the equally huge aft locker, which is also perfectly accessible via a wide lid that opens aft. No, the XC-47 has that little bit of extra space everywhere: in the mirror cabinets of the two practical heads compartments, for example, but also underneath. There is a whole wall of cupboards in the foredeck (literally!). The absolute highlight, however, are the storage compartments under the berths in the aft section!

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If the bunks in the two guest compartments are split, you can sit on one of them and easily lift the mattress and the bunk board underneath. Like almost everything on the XC-47, this is not simply laid on top or locked in place by milled grooves, but is guided on hinges and held in place by gas pressure springs. A flick of the wrist and almost 400 litres of storage space are open. There is even a mesh pocket at the front to help divide the space - ideal for dirty laundry, for example.

The XC-47 is the first boat from a new in-house design team

The floorboards are not made of solid plywood, but have a foam sandwich core around which a frame is carpentry-finished. This means they can be thicker, do not warp and still save weight. Crazy!

Another example: for the hinges of the compartment doors, X-Yachts does not miss the opportunity to mill out the frame timbers by a few millimetres. You can't build anything more beautiful and functional than this, and it could hardly be more elaborate. A feast for quality fetishists.

Actually, we only want to share first impressions; for more, the detailed test report will follow in YACHT 25. So a word about the design: the XC-47 is the first boat not designed by Niels Jeppesen, who co-founded the shipyard and managed it as a partner for many years. He now designs for Arcona. The XC is therefore the first model from the in-house design team, led by Thomas Mielec.

And indeed, it stands out with the hexagonal design of the superstructure and hull windows. This stylistic element runs through the entire boat. For example, the openings of the doors to the cupboards and lockers are milled hexagonally. An unusual element for X. The sheer size and, in particular, height of the hull is also not exactly typical of the brand from Haderslev. However, these characteristics give the XC-47 its very unique appearance.

The new model from X-Yachts also knows how to sail

She looks dominant, powerful and perhaps a little heavy when compared to her sisters in the Performance Cruiser series. Nevertheless, the image suits her intended use, and she will always cut a fine figure at anchor in the Caribbean, where angular steel and aluminium yachts are bobbing about or cats with flybridges reminiscent of wedding cakes. Especially as the volume below deck brings with it a spaciousness and lightness that makes it easy to endure any extended stay in bad weather.

The XC-47 is a joy to sail anyway. It is easy to bring up to and even just above hull speed, has reassuringly high stability reserves and a good-naturedness on the rudder that successfully helps to avoid sun shots. During the test of construction number 1, the only thing that surprised us was the somewhat stiff steering, which guarantees a lot of feedback but is unnecessarily strenuous in the long run. The shipyard is still considering modifications. And while we're on the subject of moaning: The traveller in front of the companionway also needs a reduction gear. Even at 4 Beaufort, it can hardly be heaved to windward without the mainsheet being clearly fouled.

But that's about it. Apart from that, X-Yachts Neue is a real joy - a boat that actually offers almost everything that counts in cruising for many owners. Not only space, safety and comfort, but also pleasure, enjoyment and, yes, pride. This XC-47 is a strong piece - and rightly a finalist for Europe's Yacht of the Year in the Luxury Cruiser category.

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X-yachts XC 47 – What to Expect

The best cruiser ever made?

July 14, 2023

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June 21, 2023

X-Yachts, renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship and innovative design, is set to launch its latest bluewater cruiser, the XC 47, in early 2024. By summer 2023 already 5 XC47 are sold

Building upon years of experience and a deep understanding of sailors’ needs, X-Yachts aims to deliver a the best cruiser, ever build. Thats quite a statement. This article will explore what you can expect from the XC 47 and compare it with its predecessor, the XC 45.

Design and Accommodations:

The XC 47 introduces a new generation of XCruising, prioritizing safety, comfort, and shorthanded sailing. Reflecting X-Yachts’ commitment to providing a luxurious sailing experience, the yacht’s elegant design is executed with a keen sense of style. Notable design features include a centralized placement of heavy equipment, ensuring optimal weight distribution throughout the boat. This arrangement enhances stability and performance.

To create a sense of openness and spaciousness, X-Yachts has incorporated additional natural light and 16 opening hatches, offering ample ventilation and loads of natural light.

The XC 47’s cockpit layout is thoughtfully designed to allow the helmsman to easily handle all lines, with a re-positioned traveler creating an efficient workspace.

The cockpit, featuring a closed transom, ensures comfort and safety. Furthermore, the superstructure boasts a “semi-deck saloon” design, providing enhanced views and flooding the interior with abundant natural light.

Incorporating multilevel floors and efficient storage volumes ensures provisions can be carried for extended periods, enabling sailors to embark on unforgettable journeys.

Performance and Construction:

Retaining the comfortable seagoing characteristics of its predecessors, the XC 47 maintains deep V-shaped bow sections, a generous rocker, and a higher stern overhang. The modern, wider stern section with a subtle soft chine contributes to improved stability, enhanced performance, and increased space in the aft cabins. Built with X-Yachts’ signature steel frame and utilizing a full vacuum-infused epoxy/e-glass sandwich construction, the XC 47 incorporates carbon fibre reinforcement in areas exposed to high loads. This innovative construction approach strengthens the yacht without compromising weight.

Comparison with the XC 45:

While the XC 45 has established itself as a popular bluewater cruiser, the XC 47 takes cruising to new heights. With a length of 47 feet, the XC 47 offers a larger platform for comfortable offshore adventures. It introduces refined design elements and enhanced features that make shorthanded sailing even easier.

The XC 47’s re-positioned traveler and cockpit arrangement maximizes efficiency and create a spacious living area around the helm station. The “semi-deck saloon” design of the superstructure elevates the onboard experience, providing improved visibility and an inviting atmosphere.

Furthermore, the XC 47’s wider stern section enhances stability, performance, and cabin space compared to the XC 45.

Conclusion:

As X-Yachts prepares to launch the XC 47 in early 2024, sailors expect an elegant and capable bluewater cruiser embodying the brand’s commitment to quality, comfort, and performance. With its innovative design, enhanced shorthanded sailing capabilities, and attention to detail, the XC 47 sets a new standard in the market. While building upon the strengths of its predecessor, the XC 45, the XC 47 offers a larger platform, refined features, and an unparalleled sailing experience. Whether embarking on a long-distance voyage or coastal cruising, the XC 47 is poised to impress sailors with its combination of luxury, safety, and performance.

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Xc 47 Press Release

"Probably the best yacht we ever built"

Wednesday 16th November 2022

Introducing Xc 47

16 November 2022

‘Probably the best cruiser we have ever built’

Strong words from a yard that has produced more than 6,500 yachts over the last 43 years and is considered one of the finest brands in the world. A belief by X-Yachts CEO, Kræn Brinck Nielsen, supported by a strong sense of pride and shared feelings by the whole team behind the new model.

The ideal bluewater cruiser?

The Xc 47 marks the beginning of a completely new generation of XCruising. The concept is built on years of experience and a desire to accommodate the growing number of sailors looking for a true bluewater cruiser.

‘In short, Xc 47 is an elegant high-performance cruiser, built for safe and comfortable sailing on the oceans. Immense focus has been placed on the design to make shorthanded sailing safe and easy’, says Thomas Mielec, director of design & engineering at X-Yachts.

‘Many of our customers share a dream of heading off on a long cruise, often around the world. With this yacht, they will be ready and able to achieve this whenever the opportunity arises.’

Shorthanded with ease and style

Most sailing today, even bluewater cruising, is performed with a small crew, with often just a couple of crew members, which the development team has kept in mind right from the outset of the design process. Some of the design features and functions have been seen before on other premium yachts, but on the Xc 47, they are executed with an unprecedented sense of style.

The cockpit layout has been designed to give the helmsman the capability of handling all lines. Four winches – two on each side,  are positioned in front of the wheels. All relevant trim lines are led in channels under the deck from the mast to the steering position, with jammers reachable for the helmsman.

The traveller has been re-positioned from the cockpit to a position in front of the sprayhood. Apart from creating an efficient workspace, this cockpit arrangement leaves room for a comfortable living space, with the sail handling concentrated to the area at the helm station.

Near the transom, a large aft deck accommodates a comfortable full-width seating area behind the wheels, as well as a nice sunbathing area. As it should be on a true offshore yacht, the cockpit is deep, well protected, and with a closed transom.

”Semi deck saloon”

The first thing most people will notice when looking at the lines, is the shape of the superstructure.

‘We have introduced what we like to call a “semi deck saloon”’, says Thomas Mielec.

‘This solution provides a better view of the surroundings, when under deck with more natural light, and an opportunity for multilevel floors.’

To make sure the Xc 47 is capable of carrying provisions for long periods of time, the yacht has efficient storage volumes hidden behind the sturdy, yet elegantly crafted surfaces of the interior. CEO Kræn Brinck Nielsen highlights

‘Danish design and architecture are famous for  clean and timeless style, and X-Yachts has always been a part of this tradition. X-Yacht owners often talk about a special X feeling, something that greets you every time you step on board. We know this feeling, and for us, it’s a constant process to refine and enhance it each time. When looking at the Xc 47, I’m proud of how far we have come.’

Updated Xc-design

The hull lines have maintained the deep V-shaped bow sections, generous rocker, and higher stern overhang from previous Xc models, providing the well-known comfortable seagoing characteristics. Furthermore, the aft of the Xc 47 has a modern, wider stern section, incorporating a subtle soft chine that provides extra form and stability, improved performance and more space in the aft cabins.

Full size, heeling mock-up

‘The design process has been different this time’, Thomas Mielec explains.

‘We have built a full size model, a so-called mockup, that can be heeled up to 20 degrees. As far as I know, we are the only yard that has ever done that. This has given us a unique test platform, with the opportunity to test different design scenarios in real life situations. Being able to move around in a physical environment, eliminated numerous lengthy discussions, as everyone could feel and sense right away, what the right solution should be. Not only under conditions as they are when the yacht is docked, but also how things work during sailing when the boat is heeled over.’

Carbon reinforced

The Xc 47 is built from a full vacuum infused epoxy/e-glass sandwich, together with our famous signature steel frame. Areas exposed to high loads are reinforced with carbon fiber, a part of making the yacht stronger without adding excess weight.

The Xc 47 will be launched in 2024.

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Pskov customs: the customs post MAPP Burachki – 25 years

The customs post MAPP (multilateral automobile checkpoint) Burachki Pskov customs was 25 years old.

Customs post MAPP Burachki on the Russian-Latvian border was established at the Sebezh customs by order of the State customs Committee of the Russian Federation of 2 February 1995 # 67 in connection with the opening of a new border crossing point “Burachki”, which was erected in accordance with the agreement between the Government of the Russian Federation and the Government of the Republic of Latvia and became operational on 18 January 1995.

25 years ago the staffing of the customs office was 91 unit. Today, more than 200 people to carry out the customs control and customs clearance at the Russian-Latvian border, at the largest customs office of the Pskov customs.

Since 2008, there is a stationary inspection system (NIIS). The number of customs inspection using IIR in 2019 compared to the previous year increased by 40%. Over the past year, completed 45 006 customs inspections of goods and vehicles with the use of IDK. The quality of customs control through the use of high-tech equipment and increasing the level of professionalism of the officers has increased. In 2019 as a result of the inspection of vehicles with the use of IDK detected movement of goods with concealment from customs control. Identified caches 72900 packs of cigarettes in the boxes with the “product cover” 451,3 kg of hashish inside the fuel tank of the truck, 161460 Euro and 3 kg of gold in the car, identifying more than 16 tons of cigarettes under the “product cover” are examples of the professionalism of the officials of the customs post.

Every year thanks to the introduction of advanced technologies increases the actual throughput of a customs post. Nomenclature of goods transported through the customs post different. Consumer goods, complex mechanical products that are excisable goods, foodstuffs, vegetable and livestock products and many more moved through the customs post how to export and import to the Russian Federation . Increasing the flow of goods to Kaliningrad, and from Kaliningrad. In 2019 every third vehicle of international transportation placed under the customs procedure of customs transit to Kaliningrad.

In 2019, officials of the customs post issued on entry to the Russian Federation 87473 motor vehicles, 711 buses, to travel 77182 passenger vehicle and bus 692; entry – 96230 vehicles of international carriage, exit – 54588 commercial vehicles.

– Congratulations to the staff of the customs post with the 25th anniversary. I wish all officials good health and satisfaction from the quality of performance set by the customs authority tasks, – said the head of customs Svetlana Stepanova. To the customs post MAPP Burachki, his team focused attention and leadership, and controlled entities. Let this attention be associated with the successful operation of officials of the customs post and customs in General.

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