September 17, 2009

Project: Ferretti 740

The new Ferretti 740 will make its worldwide debut at the Genoa boat show next month, and will be a replacement but also a further updated development of the 731 model. Result of the cooperation between Advanced Yacht Technology of Ferretti and Studio Zuccon International Project, the 740 is a yacht with strong personality, created with spacious interiors and a design decor where warm tones and precious materials predominate. The main noticable difference from the 731 is the new design larger windows feature on the lower deck for all the cabins. As it is habit for Ferretti the 740 features a classical style but with elegant, contemporary stylistic touches. The external profile of the 740 is sleek thanks to the graphic lines of the windows featuring three distincitve small shark fins to join with the natural element of the sea. In addition to the open view windows of the owners cabin, two new typologies of windows have been inserted in the hull: a window that features an oval shape with two portholes in both the double guest cabins, and an additional one at bow in the VIP cabin with a wider porthole that can be opened. These new windows have been designed to enhance the presence of natural light in every guest zone. On the stern bathing platform there is still the comfy sofa bench which becomes like a mezzanine on the water thanks to an electro-hydraulic movement system transformation. The cockpit, with teak floor, is furnished with a sofa, big table and chairs. On the left, the stairs give access to the flying bridge where the pilot station is placed further back and in a central position to give a broader view for navigation and piloting the yacht. The pilot seat has a 360 turning circle, allowing it to turn round and join with U-shaped dinette behind. Ferretti 740 will also be available in hard top version with electric opening of the bimini top, a further novelty versus the 731. Inside the 740 welcomes you with a wide salon, that maintains the structural line of the previous 731 model but featuring a new layout, plunged in natural light and offering a cosy atmosphere created by the tones of the materials selected for the furniture and the bleached walnut, used for the first time onboard Ferretti yacht. The interior manages to join living and dining area but keeping a harmonious continuity of space without view interruption. On the left, a wide sofa in a L shape and a comfortable armchair are positioned around a low table. Starboard, there is a TV with pop-up system and an additional sofa for three followed by the stairs to the flying bridge. The dining area separated from the living through wood furniture, features a tempered glass table and chairs for eight guests. The dining zone opens to an access area that connects galley, pilothouse, the exterior and the lower deck, making more easy the access for the crew. The galley is located in a strategic position, between the dining area and the pilot house, in order to let the crew move without disturbing the guests. Once more, the shipyard chose the top of made in Italy with a fully-equipped Ernestomeda galley, with glossy lacquered furnishing in to enhance the light of this area. A sliding door give access to the exterior. At bow is located the pilot house with dinette/charting zone and extendable table. On the lower deck, the Ferretti 740 cabins are distinguished by unique details: bulkheads and walls are covered in light-coloured fabric framing the windows, which allow in plenty of light. The beds have wood structures and have decorated bed-heads. All the cabins have a private bathroom equipped. The full-beam owners suite is located in the centre of the boat, with walk-in wardrobe and bathroom with wenge floor where dominates a wide semicircular shower. Further to fore one finds the two double guest cabins, and at bow is located the VIP cabin. The 740 will be be powered with twin MAN 1360hp or more powerful optional 1550hp units. Both the motorization push the yacht to a max speed over 30 knots.

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