November 17, 2014

Project: Sea Ray L590 Fly

When Sea Ray announced its new class of luxury yachts, the L-Class, at February’s Miami Boat Show, it marked a new chapter in the company’s esteemed history. Now that chapter gains an exciting new development with the introduction of the L590 Fly.  With its graceful profile, social flybridge and easy livability, the L590 Fly joins its larger L-Class siblings, the L650 and L650 Fly, in embodying a distinct marriage of style and substance. Polished aesthetics are matched by effortless ergonomics, sleek lines and state-of-the-art propulsion technology.  The L590 Fly is loaded with forward-thinking features that demonstrate Sea Ray’s Next Wave initiative, a commitment to innovative thinking and inspired execution. On the lower level, living space abounds, with a large master suite with private head, two additional staterooms and a well-appointed guest head. Add to all of this the large and accommodating bridge up top, and the L590 Fly guarantees that guests can settle in for long days of good company.  Further, the L-Class offers a bespoke customer experience, including a comprehensive three-year, bow-to-stern warranty, a concierge-guided buying experience with personalized delivery, and 24-hour dedicated customer service throughout North America.  Performance will also astound. Breakthroughs including an optional Seakeeper gyroscope deliver stability in any seas, and Sea Ray’s impeccable hull construction means unparalleled ride quality. Impressive performance and control can be expected from a propulsion system that features triple Zeus pods powered by Cummins 600hp diesel engines. 

November 16, 2014

New Model: Viking 92 Enclosed Bridge Convertible

It was definitely one of the most awaited new models to come for the year 2014, from the USA. The new Viking 92 flagship, is an important moment in production sport-fish yachts history as in recent years these seem to have got on the size, bigger is better bug. The new Viking 92 increases the New Jersey located boat builder size by ten feet, but these three meters make an important statement and now the knocking on the door is for the one hundred feet barrier. Like most of all new Vikings the 92 is a completely new model, with hull number one being a more all year user friendly Enclosed Bridge version.  As any Viking the 92 Enclosed Bridge boast full sport-fisherman friendly features, from a super large aft cockpit, to a raised optional tower.  The accommodation plan will features five double guest cabins; with an owners stateroom located midships, and a VIP room forward and three other guest cabins in between. A crew cabins area with a single or twin rooms will be located astern behind the central located engine room.  Power is twin Cat 1900 or MTU 2600hp engines.
Technical Data:
LOA - 28.45 m (93.4ft)
Beam - 7.03 m
Draft - 1.77 m
Displacement - 88450 kg loaded
Fuel Capacity - 15141 l
Water Capacity - 1703 l
Accommodation - 10 guests in five cabins, 1 or 2 crew cabins sleeping 2 to 4 members
Engines - 2 x Cat C32A 1900hp, MTU 16V2000 CR 2600hp
Propulsion - line shafts

November 14, 2014

Project: Cheoy Lee 150 Explorer

Pushed by the signing of new designer Jon Overing and following the popularity of the Cheoy Lee long-range explorer yachts, a new generation redesign could further enhance the noteworthy efficiency of the displacement steel hull. A powerful single engine Caterpillar 1911hp, with a diesel propulsion engine forward as backup, combined with the large rudder and hydrodynamic bulbous hull, deliver 35% lower fuel consumption. This efficiency is strategic, giving better efficiency and an intent to add a "green" factor to its Explorer series.  While the Explorer yacht's heritage lies in Cheoy Lee's tradition of building durable, long-range commercial ships, the luxury consumer amenities of the model are unsurpassed by other such vessels in its class. The 150 Explorer can travel self-sustained for long distances without sacrificing a single creature comfort. The increased fuel capacity now enables travel from seven to nine thousand nautical miles, enabling exploration of multiple destinations in one cruise. The new 150 Explorer also has increased living space, in keeping with the design philosophies of Cheoy Lee. Utilizing the full capacity of the vessel's depth, piping and wiring are all conveniently located beneath the sole, easily accessible for maintenance, leaving more efficient use of space above for spacious cabins, salon and galley areas.  The Cheoy Lee 150 Explorer's three and a half deck layout provides for great interior volume and versatility. 

November 12, 2014

New Model: Absolute 60 Fly

Absolute continues to be a name on the rise, and this new 60 Fly model proves what a solid boat building reality the North Italian builder is nowadays.  For the 60 Fly the Absolute Research Lab follows the looks of the larger 64 and 72 models of the same line. Still the Absolute 60 Fly has one of the most interesting upper profiles in its size and still feeling very much a bigger yacht thanks to its deep side decks and overall looks.  The 60 Fly is a three double guest cabin motor yacht with the standard nowadays layout of full beam owners room, forward VIP, and twin guest cabin to starboard. A two berth crew cabin with private shower head is located aft. The Absolute 60 Fly as all models from the Piacenza builder is IPS pod drive propelled, and will have Volvo 626 or 725hp engine choices. Hull one of the 60 Fly featured the larger 725hp option which gave interesting 34 knots wide open throttle speeds and 28 cruise.  
Technical Data:
LOA - 18.4 m (60.4ft)
Beam - 5.05 m
Displacement - 28 t
Fuel Capacity - 2400 l
Water Capacity - 600 l
Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins, 2 crew in 1 cabin
Engines - 2 x Volvo D11 626hp, D11 725hp
Propulsion - forward looking dual propeller IPS pod drive
Speed - 28 knots cruise, 34 knots max with Volvo 725hp
Project - Absolute Research Lab
Certification - CE B

November 10, 2014

Project: Sargo 31

The brand Sargo stands for an all-season boat made in Finland. It’s a premium sport utility boat that is made to last, provide excellent performance and give great value for the money. These qualities are especially true for the renewed Sargo 31, a mid-range model that is precisely as quick, gracious and comfortable as its predecessor while offering interesting novelties. The current Sargo 31 has two double cabins sleeping four persons below, and can reach speeds up to 42 knots, with the largest engine choice being twin 300hp on stern-drive.   Now it for January Dusseldorf boat show to see how Sargo will improve this.

November 8, 2014

New Model: Ferretti Custom Line 28 Navetta

Ferretti presents its latest Custom Line model with the new 28 Navetta. Unlike the previous Navetta, designer Zuccon took a more explorer yacht look in the new 28, this enhanced by a rising shear-line which sets the bow looking higher, and the raised deck on top.  Launched in Cannes 2014, the 28 Navetta main selling feature is its innovative stern dual mode transom; this offering a wet dock launch system and space for a four meters plus tender, and the expansion of the bathing platform into a beach area which measures fifteen square meters.  Inside the 28 Navetta offers a four double guest rooms below deck, and an owners stateroom on the main floor forward. Crew space is for six persons in three cabins located in the bow tip below deck.  Ferretti also offers an additional layout for the main deck with an option of an astern bar serving the aft cockpit, taking space from the lounging sofa.
Technical Data:
LOA - 28.31 m (92.9ft)
Hull Length - 23.9 m
Waterline Length - 23.8 m
Beam - 7 m
Draft - 2.21 m
Displacement - 89500 kg unladen, 106000 kg loaded
Fuel Capacity - 12400 l
Water Capacity - 2000 l
Accommodation - 10 guests in 5 cabins, 6 crew in 3 cabins
Max Persons - 20
Engines - 2 x Man 1200hp
Propulsion - line shaft 
Speed - 16 knots max, 13 knots cruise
Range - 640 nm at 13 knots
Project - Zuccon Internation lines and interior, Ferretti AYT Engineering

November 6, 2014

Project: F&S 75 Converitble Hull 23

Custom sportfish boat builder FandS is currently building its largest yacht to date.  Numbered hull 23, this is the 75 Convertible, and as all FandS is to be built in jig method, cold molded wood and epoxy plus fiberglass construction.  So far Jim Floyd and his team are very sparse about the details of the new FandS flagship, but we can be sure that it will be fast, have a sea worthy variable Vee shape hull, and be as its other smaller sister of high finishing standard.

November 4, 2014

New Model: Cobalt A40

With the new A40, Cobalt is trying again to enter a bigger size market. One of the known high quality builders in the smaller sizes, Cobalt has gained respect in its five decades plus of building boats as a very high profile boat builder thanks to its sea worthy hulls, well engineered and good quality builds. Surprisingly the entrance into the big sizes has always been a bit hard for them, and the 37 and 46 models both had a mild success. Now the new A40 is another try to change all that, and is a very interesting sport cruiser with a super exterior and well made interior offering overnight accommodation or a cruise with sleeping capacity for four persons. But surely what will stand out in the A40 is the exterior with its big central sun-pad, large L-shaped exterior wet-bar, and two L-shape settees.  Cobalt A40 can be powered by petrol or diesel, with hp range starting at 330hp up to a 430hp.
Technical Data:
LOA - 12 m (39.6ft)
Beam - 3.66 m
Draft - 1.01 m
Displacement - 9038 kg dry
Fuel Capacity - 939 l (diesel), 852 l (petrol)
Water Capacity - 189 l
Accommodation - 2+ 2 berths
Engines - Petrol Gas - 2 x Mercruiser 8.2 Mag HO Ect 430hp, Volvo V8 CE 430hp
Diesel - Mercruiser TDI 4.2 l 370hp, Volvo D6 330hp, D6 370hp, D6 400hp
Propulsion - Mercruiser of Volvo dual propeller stern drive
Hull Shape - deep Vee with 20 degrees dead-rise aft

November 3, 2014

Web: Dreamline Yachts New Web Site

Dreamline Yachts is a new brand coming from Italy which presents its World wide web virtual showroom.  As many recent new brands Dreamline has behind it, the experience of individuals from Peter Zuber to CEO Paolo Bencivenni.  Design of the new Dreamline yachts of line of super yachts is trusted to Enrico Gobbi Team4Design firm for the lines and Giovanni Arrabito who presented an innovative Lama Chineless Wave hull. This hull shape is interesting since it can cruise very efficient at 12 knots, and still reach 30 knots of max speed.  Dreamline offers a range of six super yachts from 26 to 49 meters; 26, 30, 34, 40, 46, and 49. So far the 26 has been launched with a 34 being in advanced construction stages and launching to come in 2015.  Dreamline Yachts new website takes you around with the following buttons; DL Yachts, Fleet, Sales and Aftersales, News and Events, Press Area, and Contacts.

November 2, 2014

Project: Storm S-100

Derived from the S-78 in the looks department, the S-100 is instantly recognizable as a distinctive Storm yacht but with even more graceful looks thanks to her additional length. She is intended for owners looking to cruise in comfort with an accommodation layout able to sleep a party of eight guests in four distinctive cabins.  Crew accommodation will be four persons in two seperate cabins forward, The S-100 is to be Storm entry into super yacht size and will meet MCA charter requirements and the engineering and calculation work has been completed to meet all upcoming regulations on weight and stability.  Top speed is estimated at 24 knots with the larger engine option.