Terranova Super Yacht Fire in Viareggio

Mr. Frank a Terranova 85 Explorer super yacht went ablaze on 25 March at around noon time at the public Viareggio Europe Harbor, on the Antonini quay.  The Viareggio coast guard was immediately on site and started chilling the fire aboard Mr. Frank and then got additional help by the CP813 patrol vessel.  The fire which centered around the upper structure was immediately controlled, and the damage minimized.

Mr. Frank is a Terranova 85 Explorer build in 2008, and powered by twin Man 730hp engines which allow her to reach top speeds up to fifteen knots and a cruise of twelve.  The Terranova 85 Explorer as the name says is inspired to explorer trawler vessels of the past and was produced from 2006 to 2009 in four units, with the model evolving into the T9 onwards from 2022.

Project: Solaris Power 58 Open

The Solaris Power range continues to expand, and presents the project of the 58 Open.  This new Solaris Power project is based on the hull of the 55 Lobster launched in Spring 2019, and follows on the success of the 48 Open launched in Cannes September 2019.  The Solaris Power 58 Open why sharing hull with the 55/57 Lobster will offer a full open main deck, with a full walk around deck from forward to aft, and central T-top covering helm station, exterior galley and dinette. To aft will be a large central sun-pad.   Down below she should be similar to the 57 Lobster which currently is offered in three versions of two and three cabins and a choice of a large interior galley, and an L-shaped settee replacing the third cabin.   The Solaris Power 58 Open will be powered by Volvo 600hp as standard, and or optional 725hp engines, both choices offered only with forward looking IPS pod drives.

www.solarispower.com

Improve-it = Absolute Navetta 52

During the 2020 Dusseldorf boat show, Absolute presented the new 2020 version of the Navetta 52.  Launched in 2016 the Navetta 52 has been a success for Absolute, now four years later to the launch of hull one the Italian Piacenza builder decided its time for an update.  Most of the update in the new 2020 version comes from outside, with new large and different shape hull side windows, and a radar arch which looks back from the previous forward looking version, and this adding also a larger hard-top.  These details will make it easy for people to recognize the new Navetta 52, 2020 and beyond version.  But the changes do not stop there and for 2020 thanks to Volvo, the Navetta 52 will also feature the option of large Volvo 480hp engines.  The standard options are still the same for Volvo's 435hp with IPS pod drives, while the interior layout is mostly unchanged with a three cabins two head layout below deck, and astern galley main deck.   

www.absoluteyachts.com

Project: Cayman S580

Cayman continues with its expansion plans, and presents the S580 project which come again from Italian designer Ferragni, the same person responsible for all latest models; F920, F520, and S520 this last currently under construction and set to launch in Summer 2020.  The Cayman S580 will present itself as a fully enclosed hard top sport yacht, with a three double cabins lower deck layout, all served with private shower heads, and including a full beam owners stateroom.  A one person crew cabin is located aft.  The dining, galley and living are all located on the main deck, and the first layout of the project also see a traditional central main deck located galley.  The Cayman S580 is to be powered by twin Man 800hp with line shaft propulsion.

www.caymanyachts.it

Sportfish Yacht Collides Into Southern Charleston Jetty

A sixteen meter Ocean sportfish yacht titled m/y Strike Finder with five persons onboard collided with the Southern Charleston Jetty, Charleston Harbor, South Carolina on 02:10 early morning time of Sunday 22 March.  Sea Tow reported the accident to the Charleston Coast Guard sector after one of the persons onboard the sportfish yacht made a call that they where stuck to the jetty and taking on water. A swift response by air-rescue to save the five crew was organized, with North Charleston Fire, Coast Guard Station Charleston, Coast Air Facility Charleston, South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, Mount Pleasant and Sullivan's Island Fire Department, Charleston Pilots, SeaTow, and TowBoatU.S assisting in this recovery.  The State Department of Natural Resources is investigating the incident.

M/y Strike Finder is an Ocean Yacht 52 Super Sport.  Produced from 2001 to 2006, the 52 Super Sport offered a three double cabins layout with a midships located full beam master stateroom, and was powered by twin 800 to 1015hp Cat engines for top speeds in the mid thirties.  The 52SS came out as a replacement to the 53 Super Sport, and was replaced by the 54 Super Sport in 2007.

Aicon New Web Site

Aicon Yachts presents its new World wide web showroom.  Starting up in 1993 as a turnkey interior design solution for yachts, the company moved to Sicily in the Messina area in 1996, and in 1999 it showed its aim to become a boat builder. In 2001 Aicon launched its 56 model, designed by Fulvio de Simoni.  The first Aicon was an important success, which sold over one hundred units in an eight year production run and also received the 2002 Cannes World Yachts Trophy in its size. In 2007 Aicon acquires the down East lobster boat Morgan brand.  In 2012 Aicon closes its doors due to the 2008 financial and the 2012 Italian crises which hits the boating sector hard.  In 2018 American investors Marc-Udo Broich and John Venner buy the Aicon name and set out to prepare a plan for relaunch.  Currently Aicon is offering three models, a new Sergio Cutolo designed 66 set to be launched in the end of 2020, the 72, and the 85.  The new Aicon website takes you around with the following buttons; Home, Yachts, Aicon Yachts History, News and Events, Press Area, Contacts, and Login.  Aicon is also on social media with button links at the bottom of the page taking you into its Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter pages. 

www.aiconyachts.com

Production History;

56 2001-08 (100+)  Fulvio de Simoni design

52 2003-05 (5+-)

64 Fly 2004-12 (40+)  Marco Mannino design

72 S 2005-12 

54 2006-12 (10+-)

62 2006-12 (20+)

85 2006-15 (6)

75 Flybridge 2007-12 (5+-)

90 2008 (1)

58 Flybridge 2008-12

82 Open 2009-12

66 Vivere 2022-  Sergio Cutolo design

New Model: Yachting Developments 33m Hull1017

2020 is off to a busy start for Yachting Developments, with the Auckland-based yard’s latest superyacht, the 33 metre Al Duhail Hull 1017 launching on 22 January 2020. Hull 1017 safely entered the water in Hobsonville before travelling to Auckland’s Viaduct Harbour where she will undergo final finishing work ahead of sea trials. Al Duhail is an all-carbon sportfish super yacht, featuring naval architecture and design work by Warwick Yacht Design. Her interior was developed by Yachting Developments specialist interior team in conjunction with the owner. The owner’s interior brief was for a simple, elegant style. Key materials used include oak wood with a light decor, including white panelling and cream carpets, offset by pops of colour in the soft furnishings. Accommodation is for 10 guests, including the master suite and four guest cabins, plus two crew cabins. Powered by twin MTU 2000hp engines, her estimated cruising speed is twenty knots, with top speeds up to thirty knots.

Technical Data:

LOA - 33 m (109ft)

Waterline Length - 27.5 m

Beam - 7.5 m

Draft - 1.5 m

Accommodation - ten berths in five cabins, four crew in two cabins

Engines - 2 x MTU 16V2000 M96L 2000hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 30 knots max 20 knots cruise

Construction - carbon fiber

Project - Warwick Design

www.yachingdevelopments.co.nz

Project: Rossinavi 49.70m Lel

Rossinavi project Lel, is a 49 meter two deck and half super yacht, designed by Luca Dini with naval architecture by Arrabito.   The project of the Lel is focused on two important social areas, the beach club and the aft deck crystal covered veranda.  Lel is set to be delivered in 2020 and is to be powered by twin MTU 3459hp which will allow top speeds of 23 knots and a cruise of 19.  A cruise of 11 knots will give a four thousand nautical miles range. 

www.rossinavi.it

New Model: Galeon 680 Fly

Galeon's new 680 Fly joined the latest fourth generation models and introduced some exciting new features to the segment. With a lightweight construction taking advantage of carbon fiber technologies its powerful, yet elegant frame will offer commendable performance and great handling. Outside, the guest will be able to find respite in several leisure areas on the top deck, bow and in the cockpit. Up front, the sundeck feature can be transformed into a seating area with a touch of a button, so it can be used even during light cruising. The vast flybridge is sure to impress and accommodate even a dozen guests, all protected by the carbon bimini top. On board the Galeon 680 Fly, passengers will find incredible volume, a bright and welcoming interior and a highly custom, luxurious finish. A large saloon with a designated entertainment area and two separate stairways leading down below to four guest cabins were designed to ensure comfort and privacy.  The Galeon 680 Fly is standard powered by twin 1000hp Volvo engines, with 1200hp Man available as option.

Technical Data:

LOA - 22.20 m (72.9ft)

Hull Length - 20.9 m

Beam - 5.25 m

Draft - 1.56 m

Displacement - 37250 kg light

Fuel Capacity - 1 x 1600 and 1 x 1750 l (total 3350l)

Water Capacity - 800 l

Accommodation - eight guests in four cabins, one or two crew berths

Engines - 2 x Volvo D13 1000hp, Man 1200hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Project - Tony Castro

Certification - CE B

www.galeon.pl

Project: Wajer 55 HT

Same theme different user.  Wajer present the third version of the 55, and this time is the HT for hard top variant.  The Wajer 55 HT gets a three sided hard-top with opening sunroof up top.  Designed by Sinot with naval architecture by Vripack, the Wajer 55 sleeps four in two cabins below deck.  The exterior deck is available in two layout choices, with aft sun pad and L-shaped lounges on the sides, or a large U-shaped settee with lounge pad aft.  The Wajer 55 HT is to be powered by triple Volvo 480hp with IPS pod drives, this allowing for top speed up to forty knots and a cruise of 28.

www.wajer.com