2007 Meridian 580 Pilothouse

Vessel Layout

Salon and Galley

A stainless-framed glass sliding door opens into a salon finished in cherry joinery, wood valances, and wood plank flooring. To port is a custom sofa with two ottomans and a sidearm table, while a pair of lounge chairs with a centre cabinet table to starboard sit across a glass coffee table. Aft to starboard, the entertainment cabinet houses the 40” Smart TV, entertainment components, and an ice maker. Accordion-style privacy curtain, with port and starboard blinds.

Forward, the U-shaped galley runs along the port side, with Corian counters, double stainless sinks, and near full-sized appliances that make cooking aboard feel much like home. Opposite, a raised dinette with curved seating and Corian table offers excellent sightlines. The whole space ties together, so whether preparing meals, dining, or relaxing in the salon, everyone remains part of the same conversation.

Cockpit and Swim Platform

Stepping back out through the sliding door, the cockpit and swim platform form a versatile outdoor living and working space. Faux-teak decking runs underfoot, with a folding teak table at centre, a stainless barbecue mounted at hand, and plenty of room to set out chairs for lounging or entertaining. The area is sheltered by the hardtop, with a full canvas enclosure and an additional awning that extends aft over the swim grid, allowing the platform to be used for fishing or relaxing even in the rain.

The wide swim platform itself is fitted with custom stainless staples, with the centre section swinging open for easy boarding from a tender. The staples also carry downrigger mounts and a custom fish-cleaning tray, with 12V surface plugs conveniently located at the port and starboard transom gates, making the space well suited to coastal fishing. A cockpit shower with hot and cold water is tucked into the transom, while port and starboard gates provide access from the swim platform.

Steps rise to the side decks on both sides, and a stairway to starboard leads up to the flybridge, lifting for engine room access. Two large hatches in the sole open to the lazarette, while a storage locker on the port side and another in the transom provide space for lines, fenders, and shore power cable. With the large sliding door open, the cockpit becomes a seamless extension of the salon and galley.

Pilothouse

Three steps up from the galley, the pilothouse serves as the vessel’s command centre. A wood-rimmed wheel sits at centre with dual multifunction displays providing charts, radar, sonar, and camera views of the stern and engine room, while a separate screen is dedicated to cockpit cameras aimed at the fishing rods.

Controls for VHF, autopilot, thrusters, and other systems are grouped within easy reach, while analog gauges and the compass are positioned higher on the dash near the windshield. An adjustable captain’s chair anchors the helm, and an L-shaped settee with table provides a companion space with storage beneath. AC/DC panels flank the area for convenient systems management, and a sliding side door opens directly to the starboard deck for quick access during docking or anchoring.

Cabins and Heads

A curved stairway forward of the pilothouse leads down to the accommodations, with a laundry closet containing stacked Bosch washer and dryer at the base. The passageway opens into three private staterooms and two heads, each designed with comfort and storage for extended cruising.

• Master Stateroom – Full-beam amidships with a walk-around queen berth, abundant drawer and locker storage, cedar-lined hanging lockers, and a vanity with sink set within the cabin itself. Ensuite head with VacuFlush toilet and full shower/tub combination.

• VIP Stateroom – Forward with a queen island berth, generous storage beneath, dual cedar-lined hanging lockers, and private access to the guest head with stall shower.

• Guest Stateroom – To port with L-shaped bunks, ideal for children or additional guests, with locker storage.

• Guest Head – Accessible from the passageway and the VIP stateroom, fitted with a VacuFlush toilet, vanity, and separate stall shower.

Upper Deck

The flybridge helm forward features twin adjustable captain’s chairs, a full Raymarine suite, and excellent visibility. Wraparound seating provides space for guests, with the aft section adjusted to accommodate the tender when carried aboard. The original curved bench section, complete with canvas cover, remains with the vessel.

A wet bar with sink and a refrigerator/icemaker combo complements the space, while the davit and chocks aft handle the Walker Bay tender. The bridge is enclosed with canvas and Strata glass panels along the forward three-quarters, leaving the aft open to the breeze. A hatch at the starboard corner provides stairway access down to the cockpit.

Engine Room and Lazarette

The engine room is accessed through the cockpit stair hatch and is well lit and organized for maintenance. Twin Cummins QSM11 diesels are positioned with clear access to stainless fuel tanks, Racor filters, and the Reverso oil change system.

The lazarette lies beneath two large hatches in the cockpit sole, housing the generator, battery banks, and davit pump, along with custom stainless ladders for easy access. The space offers abundant storage with enough space to keep a deep freezer included with the vessel.

Side Decks and Foredeck

Wide side decks with tall stainless rails provide secure passage forward. The foredeck holds a dedicated anchor locker with windlass controls and washdown fittings, a sunpad area, and stainless cleats fore, aft, and amidships. Additional mounts carry two Pelican kayaks, which come with the vessel along with four dedicated kayak life jackets, making it easy to explore coves and shorelines right from the anchorage.

Navigation & Electronics

For a vessel designed to take on the full West Coast experience, from fog-shrouded inlets to open Pacific passages, Panacea V carries a professional-grade navigation and electronics suite. Dual stations at the pilothouse and flybridge give the captain confidence and flexibility, while a full network of Raymarine sensors, radar, sonar, and communications ensures safe and efficient operation whether cruising offshore, threading the Inside Passage, or exploring remote anchorages.

Displays & Charting

• (2) Raymarine eS128 HybridTouch 12.1″ Multi Function Display (E70285-NAG) – Pilothouse
• Raymarine i70 Instrument Display (E70327) – Pilothouse
• Raymarine C-Series 10″ Multi Function Display – Flybridge
• Raymarine i40 Depth Instrument (E70067) – Flybridge

Radar & Sonar

• Raymarine Quantum Q24C 18″ Radar Dome (E70210) with Seaview 10″ aft-leaning mount and MOD plate closed dome
• Raymarine CPT-120 bronze through-hull CHIRP / DownVision transducer (A80350)

AIS & Networking

• Raymarine AIS650 Class B transceiver (E32158)
• Raymarine Active AIS Splitter (A80190)
• Raymarine HS-5 network switch (A80007)
• Raymarine ST1 to STNG adaptor kit (E22158)
• Raymarine STNG starter kit (T70134)
• Raymarine STNG backbone cable 9m (A06068)
• Raynet cables 10m (A62362)

Communications

• Raymarine Ray60 VHF (E70245) – Pilothouse
• Raymic handset (A80289) – Pilothouse
• Raymarine Ray60 VHF with Raymic remote mic – Flybridge
• Raymarine Active Speaker (A80199) – Pilothouse & Flybridge
• Shakespeare 2G/3G/4G cell booster

Autopilot & Controls

• Northstar autopilot – Pilothouse & Flybridge

Instruments & Monitoring

• Factory VDO analogue gauges – Pilothouse & Flybridge
• Mercury SmartCraft Systems Monitor – Pilothouse & Flybridge
• Ritchie magnetic compass – Pilothouse & Flybridge

Lighting & Accessories

• ITT Jabsco searchlight remote controls – Pilothouse & Flybridge
• LED bulbs fitted throughout all interior and exterior light fixtures, including navigation lights
• Halogen bulbs retained for interior dimmable fixtures
• Four-light underwater lighting system with wall-mounted cockpit control

Mechanical & Propulsion Systems

Power and reliability are at the heart of Panacea V, making her equally suited for extended coastal passages, offshore runs, or precise maneuvering at low speed while fishing. Twin Cummins QSM11 diesels deliver strength and efficiency, paired with Side-Power thrusters, electronic engine controls, trolling valves, and trim tabs at both helms for fingertip control in any conditions. The engine room reflects consistent professional care, including an in-frame overhaul of the starboard engine in 2025 (approx. $55,000), new shaft seals, rudder repack, starboard trim tab assembly in 2023, and a new starboard muffler and stainless exhaust elbows in 2025. These upgrades, along with regular haulouts and zinc service, underscore her turn-key readiness for serious West Coast adventures.

Main Engines

• Twin 2007 Cummins QSM11 diesels, 635 HP each
• Port: 1880 hrs
• Starboard: 1885 hrs (15 hours on new rebuild)
• 10.8L displacement, inline 6-cylinder, aftercooled, electronic fuel injection, freshwater cooled
• Glendinning EEC-3 electronic engine controls with pilothouse and flybridge stations (processor panel new 2020)
• ZF gear boxes
• Centek Marine exhaust mufflers with stainless elbows
• Twin 3” stainless steel shafts
• NiBrAl 4-blade propellers, 32″x35″

Generator

• Onan 17kW (Model 17MDKBP-5730B, 60Hz, 120/240V, diesel, 24V start)
• Equipped with sound shield and remote panel
• 1613 hours (as of Sept 2025)

Fuel System

• Twin 400-gallon stainless steel fuel tanks (800 gallons total capacity)
• Dual Racor 751000 MAX diesel fuel filter/water separators per engine, with vacuum gauges
• Dedicated Racor filter for generator
• 24V fuel transfer pump plumbed between tanks for balancing/polishing
• Dedicated shutoff valves for port, starboard, and generator feeds

Oil System

• Reverso oil change system plumbed to both main engines, both transmissions, and generator

Thrusters

• Docking On Command (DOC) integrated bow and stern thruster controls at both helms
• Side-Power SP155TCi 24V bow thruster (8.0 kW)
• Side-Power SP155TCi 24V stern thruster (8.0 kW)

Cooling System

• Large bronze raw water intake strainers for each main engine
• Additional sea strainers for generator and auxiliary systems

Steering

• Accu-Steer hydraulic power-assisted steering system

Trim & Handling

• Trim tabs with controls at both helms

Engine Room Ventilation

• Twin 24V intake and exhaust blowers

Fire Suppression

• Sea-Fire fire suppression system in engine room and lazarette

Electrical Systems

Panacea V is equipped with a comprehensive AC and DC electrical system that balances reliability at sea with the convenience expected in port. Power is supplied through a 50A shore power service with a Glendinning Cablemaster, supported by an Onan 17kW generator for independent operation. A robust battery bank provides capacity for house loads, engine starting, and thruster operation, with distribution managed through dedicated AC and DC breaker panels with integrated monitoring. Charging is handled by a combination of automatic chargers, inverter/charger, and DC-DC converters, ensuring balanced and efficient power delivery to all onboard systems.

Shore Power

• 50-foot, 50A 240V shore power service with Glendinning Cablemaster retractable cord system
• Shore power connection with reverse polarity indicator

Generator

• Onan 17kW (Model 17MDKBP-5730B, 60Hz, 120/240V, diesel, 24V start)
• Equipped with sound shield and remote panel
• 1613 hours (as of Sept 2025)

Batteries

• (8) Crown CR-235, 6V flooded lead-acid deep-cycle batteries (235Ah each), arranged in two 24V house banks
• (4) Group 31, 12V starting batteries (31S-10, 1250 CA / 1050 CCA) – two dedicated to the starboard engine, two shared between the port engine and generator
• Bow and stern thrusters also draw from the starting banks for high-current demand

Battery Switching & Distribution

• Rotary battery switches for port engine/generator, starboard engine, and house banks with breakers for windlass, inverter, and bilge systems
• Blue Sea Systems SI-ACR automatic charging relay for multi-bank charging and isolation
• Dedicated auxiliary DC distribution panels (Blue Sea Systems) for lighting and control circuits
• 120/240V AC breaker panel with polarity protection, digital metering, and integrated Onan generator controls
• 12/24V DC breaker panel with digital voltmeter, tank monitor, and distribution for lighting, pumps, electronics, thrusters, and auxiliary systems

Charging & Inverter Systems

• ProMariner ProMatic 35-3 three-bank 24V automatic marine charger (3-step charging/conditioning)
• Magnum Energy MagnaSine MS4024 inverter/charger (4000W, 24V, pure sine wave) with remote monitor
• SurePower DC-DC converters (24V → 12V) for auxiliary and electronics loads

Galley Systems

The galley aboard Panacea V is fitted with high-quality residential-grade appliances that make extended cruising practical and enjoyable. With a full-size refrigerator, dedicated cooking appliances, a dishwasher, and ice makers in both salon and flybridge, the vessel is ready for everything from day trips to long passages with guests aboard.

• Refrigerator/Freezer – KitchenAid 18.8 cu. ft. (531 L) over/under, freezer-on-top, Model KTRC19KMSS03
• Cooktop – Kenyon 4-burner glass cooktop
• Oven – GE 24” Electric Single Self-Cleaning Wall Oven, Model J-RP20B0J1BB
• Microwave – GE Profile 1.7 cu. ft. Convection Over-the-Range Microwave Oven with integrated hood/vent, Model JVM1790SKC01
• Dishwasher – GE Spacemaker 18” Built-In Dishwasher, Model GSM1800JBB
• Ice Maker (Salon) – U-Line under-counter unit, located in the salon
• Refrigerator/Ice Combo (Flybridge) – U-Line Model U-CO29WH-03

Domestic Systems

Life aboard Panacea V is supported by a robust suite of domestic systems designed for extended comfort during coastal cruising or offshore passages. Heating, cooling, freshwater, and sanitation are thoughtfully engineered with redundancy and reliability in mind.

Climate Control

• Dometic Marine Air Systems reverse-cycle climate system with five independent heat pump units, each with its own digital thermostat, delivering zoned heating and cooling throughout the vessel
• Espar Airtronic D5 diesel forced-air furnace (24V, 4.8 kW), providing efficient, dry heat for cooler conditions and winter moorage

Freshwater System

• Capacity: 345 gallons total, split between 218 gallons in aluminum tanks and 127 gallons in plastic tanks
• Pumps: Dual Flojet R4325-513 freshwater pressure pumps, plumbed with redundancy
• Accumulator: Groco PST-1 pressure storage tank for consistent system pressure
• Water Treatment: Caliber inline ultraviolet (UV) sterilization system integrated with the freshwater supply

Sanitation

• Heads: Two VacuFlush marine toilets, one in each head
  • Forward head with dedicated shower stall
  • Master ensuite with combined bathtub and shower
• Holding Tank: 74-gallon capacity, with pump-out connection and overboard discharge (where legal)

Laundry

• Bosch Axxis series stacked units:
  • Bosch WFL 2060 UC washer
  • Bosch WTA 4400 US dryer (11 lb capacity)
• Serviced in May 2023 (new dryer belt installed)

Central Vacuum

• Two built-in vacuum units with attachments and hoses, reaching all areas of the vessel

Tender & Davit

The tender package aboard Panacea V is a standout feature, providing owners with a premium, versatile platform for exploring, fishing, and accessing shorelines. The Walker Bay Generation 450 is considered among the top-of-the-line rigid inflatable tenders, offering excellent stability, comfort, and performance — an ideal complement to a yacht designed for full West Coast cruising. Outfitted with thoughtful upgrades and supported by a robust hydraulic davit system, this tender setup is a key part of the vessel’s go-anywhere capability.

Tender Package:

• 2015 Walker Bay Generation 450 (8-person capacity)
• 2014 Yamaha 70 HP outboard
• Nautilus Marine Battery Group 24, 12V (new March 2023)
• Battery charger/maintainer
• Icom IC-M330 VHF radio (new November 2023)
• Garmin Echomap 95SV UHD Chartplotter (new 2022)
• Stingray hydrofoil stabilizer (70 HP Yamaha)
• Scotty downrigger/trap puller mount
• Wired for trap puller & downrigger, with Scotty plug-in connection
• 3.2 kg grapnel anchor with chain & line
• Foot pump
• Safety gear: fire extinguisher, flares, paddles, horn, etc.
• UMT chocks with weight distribution plates
• Three-point stainless steel tie downs

Davit System:

• Nautical Structures HCR1600 hydraulic rotating davit crane
• Maximum lift: 1500 lbs
• Powered by Haldex electric-hydraulic pump

Ground Tackle

The ground tackle is built for dependable anchoring in the varied conditions of the coast.

• Main Anchor: 25 kg Lewmar Delta (stainless)
• Rode: 200 feet of 3/8″ chain + 200 feet of 3/4″ rope rode
• Windlass: Lewmar electric windlass with foot controls at bow and switch controls at flybridge
• Spare Anchor: Bruce anchor with 100 feet of 3/8″ chain + 200 feet of 5/8″ rope rode

Safety Equipment

Safety gear on board Panacea V is comprehensive, with automatic fire suppression, tagged extinguishers, up-to-date flares, and a full camera monitoring system.

• Life jackets – 10 CSA-approved (various sizes) under flybridge seating
• Flares – New in 2025; valid until 2029
• Sea-Fire automatic fire suppression in engine room and lazarette with override controls at both helms
• Fire extinguishers – Full set, new in 2020; checked and tagged annually
• Smoke detectors – Installed Feb 2021; good until Feb 2031
• Surveillance cameras – Engine room, stern, port, and starboard views with dedicated monitor
• Radar reflector – Fitted for enhanced visibility
• Anchoring safety – 10,000 lb kinetic rope bridle/snubber included
• Fire axes located in stateroom and engine room
• Various nautical charts and cruising/moorage guides

Additional Items Included

Panacea V is handed over with a thoughtful kit of covers, deck gear, spares, and conveniences that make West Coast cruising simpler from day one.

Canvas & Covers

• Canvas covers for the flybridge bench seat, captain’s chairs, and side cabinet/sink/fridge unit
• Snap-on exterior front and side window covers for pilothouse windows
• Bow sunpad cushion with fitted canvas cover
• Canvas covers for the Walker Bay 450 and its Yamaha 70 outboard

Deck & Shore Gear

• Secondary 50-foot, 50 amp shore power cord (can be used as an extension to primary cord)
• Twin 30-amp to 50-amp splitter
• 5/8” towing line pre-rigged for tender towing
• Anchor tripping line with buoy, weight, and pulley system (for prevention of fouled anchor)
• Bow dual-kayak rack system with stainless ratchet tie-downs
• Four folding lawn chairs and a blue stowage bucket
• Bow and stern raw and fresh water wash downs

Maintenance, Spares & Shop Supplies

• Assortment of engine-room spares: filters, impellers, belts, bilge pumps, processor, sanitary filter, water pump, ship/shore transfer breaker, anodes, bilge switches, and related consumables
• Three 20-L pails of 15W-40 diesel oil and one partial 20-L pail of hydraulic oil
• General maintenance supplies stored in the workbench and lockers (oils, antifreeze, cleaners, etc.)

Docking

• (6) Fenders
• (2) 5/8″ side-tie lines
• (6) 5/8″ winter tie lines
• (6) 5/8″ summer tie lines

Miscellaneous

• Newer cellular booster kit (boxed)
• Four side-mount kayak carriers
• 600 ft polyester stern-tie line with reel
• Pilothouse stainless steel visor

Boathouse and Fishing Package Available Separately

70’ Boathouse – Ladysmith Marina, Ladysmith BC

A 70’ x 26’ (1820 sq ft) boathouse, purpose built for a vessel of this class, is available separately. Constructed in 2011 by OBMG, it features a mezzanine with added flotation, new curtain and track system (2024), fresh bumpers (2023), workbench and storage cabinets, and a new man doorframe (2023). The boathouse is wired with a 100A panel, multiple outlets, electric fence, and overhead fluorescent lighting, and is plumbed with hose bibs for washdown. Cleats are positioned to match the Meridian 580, with 50A shore power located for direct connection. An emergency re-entry ladder, rollers at the boat entry, and a security system are also in place.

This facility provides year round protection and convenient moorage in the heart of Ladysmith, a prime location for launching extended Gulf Islands and West Coast cruises. Less than 10 minutes from the Nanaimo airport with ample parking.

Complete West Coast Fishing Package

A comprehensive fishing package is available separately, providing everything needed to step aboard and immediately fish the West Coast with confidence. This is a full outfit with rods, reels, traps, downriggers, and gear curated for salmon, halibut, prawns, and crabs. The package is offered as a single lot, with all items stowing neatly in their designated spaces aboard Panacea V.

Highlights include:

• (4) Prawn traps with full rigging, pellet jars, dual buoys, 300–400 ft lead lines, weights, and line weights
• (6) Crab traps with pellet jars, bait cages, dual buoys, 100–125 ft lead lines, line weights, and harnesses
• (1) Ace Line Hauler Brutus with case and Bulldog hands free coiler
• (2) Scotty 1106B electric downriggers
• (3) Halibut/Cod rods with (7) assorted reels
• (3) Salmon rods with (4) assorted reels
• (2) Seaqualizer fish release descenders
• Lot of lead weights and lead line coils
• Lot of fish tackle including flashers, spoons, jigs, line, boxes, and storage gear
• Lot of crab and prawn gear including bait jars, bait cages, weights, and harnesses
• (2) Nets (1 medium, 1 large)
• Crab cooker complete with two pots
• Various gaffs and bonkers
• Various cylindrical and spherical buoys

This turn key package ensures that every aspect of West Coast fishing is covered, with all gear fitting aboard in its designated storage spaces.

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