New Model: Pershing GTX90

The first Pershing GTX90 was launched on July 1, with the attendance of the exteriors and interiors designers Vallicelli Design studio, at the port of Fano in Italy. With this new model, Pershing expands the GTX range by introducing a Sport Utility Yacht in the 90 to 100-foot segment that encapsulates all the standout features of the series: comfort, liveability and an unmistakably sporty character, all in perfect equilibrium. With a length over 27 metres the Pershing GTX90 is the excellent result of a joint effort between Vallicelli Design studio and the Group’s Engineering Department. The new model began life at the Ferretti Group Plug and Mould facility, which combines the Group’s advanced technology and signature craftsmanship, and construction was completed in the new Mondolfo production area where the GTX range is built. Extending across two decks and a sportbridge, Pershing GTX90 can accommodate up to eight guests in four cabins. Like the rest of the range, this model perfectly encapsulates the concept of Sport Utility Yacht, with a design that makes the most of every available space on board, as well as delivering peerless comfort and a special connection with the water. Continuing the family feel of the GTX range, the exterior design incorporates several of its most distinctive features, such as the slightly convex sheer line running from bow to stern and the vertical bow. The result is an elegant, contemporary silhouette expressing all the sportiness that has been a feature of Pershing's DNA right from the outset. In the stern, the raised cockpit is designed to heighten the sense of connection with the water. The two swing-down side terraces extend the beam to its widest point in the cockpit area, increasing the deck space to 37 m². The cockpit features a spacious panoramic sunpad, with storage beneath for two Seabobs, and a lounge area in the shade of the superstructure, furnished on this first unit with a forward-facing sofa and two coffee tables. The entrance to the main deck is through a wide door that creates visual and functional continuity between the indoor and outdoor spaces. On the port side, the large bar counter with three stools is equipped with fridges, an ice maker, and a dish washer, while the dining table seating eight is positioned on the opposite side. In the yacht’s central section, the main salon is furnished with a generous C-shaped sofa conducive to socialising and relaxation. The helm station in the bow is fitted with three pilot chairs, an electrically operated skylight (available upon request), and access to both side walkways leading to the forward area. This last space features a sunpad and a dinette fitted with an electric up-down table, offering the possibility of combining the two areas into a single sunbathing space and creating an additional setting devoted to comfort and conviviality, in direct contact with the sea. The lower deck is also home to four cabins with en suite bathrooms, designed to optimise the use of every single space on board. The master suite amidships extends across the yacht’s full beam, while the VIP cabin is in the forward area. The two guest cabins are furnished respectively with a double bed and with two singles. Completing the area are two double crew cabins with private bathrooms and a direct connection to the main galley, ensuring smooth operation and efficient service. One of the new model’s standout features is the spacious 33-square-metre sportbridge, offering over 43% more deck space than the average for yachts of this size. The sunbathing area is aft, with a practical coffee table in the centre of the yacht furnished with a dinette and two large sofas, sheltered under a generously sized hard top. The central helm station forward is equipped with three pilot chairs and two control tunnels fitted with azimuth levers. Another interesting feature is the double garage – a novelty for the GTX range under thirty meters which can house a Williams 395 SportJet tender and a Sea-Doo Spark Trixx jet ski. Performance wise, Pershing GTX90 is fitted with two MAN 2200hp coupled with a pair of Castoldi waterjets, for speeds up to 35 knots and a cruise of thirty.

Technical Data:

LOA - 27.97 m (91.9ft)

Hull Length - 23.9 m

Beam - 6.89 m

Draft - 1.35 m

Displacement - 77 t unloaded, 200 gt *volume

Fuel Capacity - 

Water Capacity - 

Accommodation - eight guests in four cabins, three crew in four cabins

Engines - 2 x MAN V12X 2200hp

Propulsion - Castoldi TurboDrive 600 HCT waterjets

Speed - 35 knots max, thirty cruise

Range - 380 nautical miles at cruise

Project - Vallicelli exterior and interior, Ferretti Group Engineering naval architect

Certification - CE A, B + F + A1 (sound emission) RINA

www.pershing-yacht.com

competition = AB Yachts 95

Classic Cruiser With One Aboard Ends Aground in Barnegat, New Jersey

A twelve meter classic cabin cruiser with one person and a dog ended aground on the North Jetty of Barnegat Inlet, New Jersey on the early afternoon of Saturday fifth September.  TowBoatUS Barnegat Light and Beach Haven who shared the story on its Facebook page assisted the yacht, first by towing the boat to safer grounded location, so that the one passenger and dog can be dropped and to dewater and make a temporary fix to the sustained damage.  Following this the classic boat was towed to Holiday Harbor Marina for an emergency lift out.  The boat ended aground for an error of navigation.

The boat in this accident is a Pacemaker 40 Motor Yacht as produced from 1972 to 1980.  Pacemaker was founded in 1948 by C.P. Leek and his sons, John E. and Cecil building boats and yachts from eight to 22 meters and up to 1980.

Project: Azimut Fly 70

Azimut present the Fly 70 project showcasing the maturity of the flybridge range, a segment that Azimut has placed at the heart of the yachting scenery since if founding, and establishing its global success and which continues to evolve while staying true to its original vocation: marrying the sporty character of the exteriors with sophisticated interior architecture to shape today's demands. The Fly 70, more than ever, embodies the yacht as a space for gathering, quality time, and connection with the sea. It is precisely by responding to these contemporary values ​​that Azimut's Flybridge series reaffirms its position as a benchmark for the sector. Shaping the new generation is an exceptional design duo: Alberto Mancini for the exteriors, and Fabio Fantolino for the interiors who previously collaborated on the Fly 62, Fly 72, and Fly 82 models. Alberto Mancini's stylistic inspiration is condensed into the image of a vessel with the designer drawing sinuous, clean, and sporty lines, similar to the Fly 62 which arrived in 2024 and then followed by the Fly 82 which debuted last year.  The Azimut Fly 72 conceived to stand the test of time and create a family-friendly yacht where balanced volumes combine form and substance. For the interiors, Fabio Fantolino brings his signature refined eclecticism on board: a tailored architecture in which contemporary design culture blends with a profound sensitivity to materials, light, and unexpected details. According to his approach, every piece of furniture is an integral part of the harmony between aesthetics and liveability, capable of creating warm, sophisticated, and timeless atmospheres. The union between the power of the exterior and the refinement of the interior finds its maximum expression in the yacht's three key focal points. Extended to transform into a true terrace overlooking the sea, shaded and liveable, the cockpit of the new Fly 70 houses a dining table for eight. The Terrace Cockpit version offers an infinity view of the sea for dining through a transparent aft parapet and a stern-facing layout. It also features a large floor storage compartment for the entire family's many accessories and water toys. The Beach Cockpit option eliminates all barriers with a synchronous mechanism that opens the transom and lowers the bench, creating a sun-pad flush with the water: the genius solution which debuted the Fly 62. A 360-degree open-plan space, organized into three distinct functional areas: a forward sundeck adjacent to the helm station, a central C-shaped dinette with a serviced wet bar, and an aft terrace free from structural constraints, which can be furnished with freestanding furniture. Shading the area is a fiberglass hard top with a distinctive design, characterized by rigorously vertical uprights and a top that flows fluidly around the roll-bar, extending toward the bow. The interior architecture effortlessly delineates the conversation area from the dining room, maintaining absolute visual continuity throughout the deck. The living area unfolds around two counter-facing sofas offering panoramic views, framed by a refined selection of materials: brown suede, organically designed carpeting by cc-Tapis, Green River marble for the coffee table, and Taj Mahal marble for the dining table, served with chairs designed by Patricia Urquiola for Andreu World. A sculptural sunshade with wood and brushed bronze slats partially screens the galley, ensuring discretion without isolating the space. On the lower deck, eight guests are accommodated across four cabins, dominated by the master suite amidships, designed around a refined interplay of diagonal lines and embellished with Bronze Amani marble. Built with extensive carbon fibre use, the Azimut Fly is powered by twin Volvo 1000hp with IPS pod drives for a top speed up to 31 knots.

www.azimutyachts.com

Classic Sunseeker Partly Sinks in Grado, Italy

Two 65 years old Austrians escaped a classic nine meter Sunseeker sport cruiser which partly sank while berthed in San Vito at Grado, North Adriatic side of Italy at around 04:30 morning time of Sunday thirty August.  The couple noticing the boat sinking jumped on the dock and gave the alarm, with the Vigili del Fuoco of Grado attending the sinking, and then starting an operation of floating the following morning.  The cause of the sinking is not reported with the two Austrians reported to have come aboard the previous day.

The boat in this accident is a Sunseeker 31 Offshore Mk.II as designed by Don Shead and produced from 1984 to 1986.  The 31 Offshore Mk.II was a replacement to the original 31 Offshore and was replaced by the Sunseeker 31 Portofino.

New Model: Aquila 45 Sport

Aquila Catamarans has launched the 45 Sport power catamaran it's largest offer in it's Sport range, which includes three models designed upwards of nine meters. With the benefit of a large beam, stability and seakeeping abilities, the 45 Sport has a thoughtful design for both exhilaration and comfort. Designed in partnership with Florida-based Yacht Design Works, the 45 Sport has a styling inspired by luxury SUVs with bold, contemporary lines and a commanding presence. The aft cockpit of the 45 Sport acts as the main social hub onboard. By utilizing the hydraulic flip-down hull side terraces, the beam is extended to an extra two meters, creating an even larger space which also brings guests closer to the water and increases connection with the sea. Two flexible U-shaped seating areas convert to a large sunbed, while the galley area accommodates optional BBQ and television installations for all-day entertainment. An integrated slide-out stainless-steel swim ladder with teak steps provides seamless access to the water. The bow of the 45 Sport is another key, full-beam social space. It has forward-facing sun loungers with flip down armrests and other conveniences, such as cup holders and phone storage. The central bow hatch provides easy access to the anchoring system with additional hatches to each side, providing storage for fenders and dock lines. There is an expansive hardtop roof with integrated racks, designed for storing water sports equipment. A concealed aft electrical slide out awning provides extensive shade cover when required. Below deck, there is a large cabin with light wood laminate furniture with matching hardwood trim and maintenance-free synthetic flooring. The cabin is filled with natural light thanks to a large ceiling skylight. It also features a king size bed and a large private wet head with shower. The Aquila 45 Sport utilizes double-stepped hull technology that delivers top speeds above 50 mph and efficient 30-40 mph cruising, with power coming from twin Mercury 600hp.

Technical Data:

LOA - 14.17 m (46.6ft)

Beam - 4.57 m

Draft - 1.06 m with outboards down, 0.60 with outboards up

Displacement - 9965 kg unloaded, 14279 kg loaded

Fuel Capacity - 1514 l

Water Capacity - 189 l

Max Persons - ten

Accommodation - two persons

Engines - 2 x Mercury V12 Verado 600hp

Propulsion - twin outboards with duo prop

Speed - fifty knots max 31 cruise

Range - 242 nautical miles at 31 knots cruise

Construction - resin infused Vinilester with Core-sandwich, and NPG gelcoat

Project - Yacht Design Works

Certification - CE B10, C20, D29

www.aquilaboats.com

competition = Hammercat 45 Sport

Project: Maxi Dolphin MD51P Walkaround

The walk-around call is hard to resist, as Maxi Dolphin Power presents the project for the MD51P Walkaround. Here we see the first renders of the new MD51P Walkaround, Maxi Dolphin’s latest motor yacht project set to arrive in 2027. Currently under construction, the MD51 Power Open debuted the motor power range in 2007 a limited production semi custom open yacht, combining refined design, functionality, and the attention to detail that has always defined the Maxi Dolphin brand. The first unit is scheduled for delivery by the end of April 2027.

www.maxidolphin.it

Flybridge Cruiser Ends Aground in Sarasota New Pass, Florida

A ten meter flybridge cruiser with one person onboard ended aground on a sand-bar at New Pass in Sarasota, Florida at 13:45 of Thursday sixteen July.  Florida Gulf Coast Marine Services of TowBoatUS who shared the story on its YouTube page assisted the boater, and put the boat back in deep water and then proceeded in towing her to Bradenton Beach Marina.  The boat ended aground cause of an engine failure.

The boat in this accident is a Luhrs 3420 Motor Yacht as produced from 1991 to 1993.  The 3420 Motor Yacht was a replacement to the 3400 Motor Yacht and was replaced by the Luhrs 350 Convertible.

New Model: Caribbean 27F Flybridge

Caribbean goes step two under the new Maritimo ownership and presents the new 27F Flybridge.  The new 27F refines a legendary offshore hull into a bold, modern platform, evolving the classic Caribbean layout while setting a new benchmark for versatility and performance.  The Caribbean 27F carries forward the brand’s hard‑earned fishing DNA in a compact, highly capable offshore package. Its deep‑V hull is built to handle chop and run clean, while the open cockpit delivers a practical, uncluttered working space suited to casting, trolling, or bottom fishing. Designed for flexibility, the 27F can be easily configured with the gear serious anglers expect, yet remains equally at home as a versatile day boat. It’s a platform that speaks directly to fishermen who value performance, fishability, and the freedom to rig the boat their way.  The Caribbean 27F is designed to do more without compromise. Its open, intelligently planned cockpit provides generous usable space that can be configured for fishing, socialising, or day cruising, while the secure forward cabin offers genuine overnight capability. Seating, storage, and deck access have been carefully considered to maximise flexibility, making the 27F equally comfortable hosting a group at anchor as it is heading offshore with purpose.  The Caribbean 27F offers a selection of Mercury outboard power packages, ranging from twin 200hp up to optional 300hp, with the large option just short of a fifty knots top speed.

Technical Data:

LOA - 9.05 m (29.7ft)

Hull Length - 8.3 m

Beam - 3.21 m

Draft - 0.60 m engines up

Displacement - 3250 kg with unloaded but with engines

Fuel Capacity - 550 l

Water Capacity - 95 l

Accommodation - three berths

Engines - 2 x Mercury XL DTS 200hp, Verado 300hp

Propulsion - twin outboards

Speed - 48 knots max, 26 cruise with 300hp

Certification - 

www.caribbean-boats.com

competition = Beneteau Antares 9

Ten Saved as Classic Yacht Goes Ablaze Near Jesolo, Italy

Ten persons were saved as a nineteen meter flybridge yacht went ablaze just one meters offshore to Jesolo in the North-East Adriatic of Italy at 18:20 of Sunday thirty August.  The alarm for the fire was launched by those onboard, with the yacht assisted by the Vigili del Fuoco fire fighters, and Guardia Costiera Coast Guard of Venice.  No one was injured in the blaze as the ten boaters were assisted by a nearby boat, with the yacht eventually sinking at around 20:00 hours.  The cause of the fire is not reported, with an emergency plan being made to avoid pollution from the wreck.

The yacht in this fire is a Posillipo Technema 58 as designed by Zuccon and produced from 1984 to 1992.  The Technema 58 was replaced by the Posillipo Technema 60.

Windy New Web Site

Windy presents a new World wide web showroom. Founded in 1966 by Hugo Vold, Windy has had a slow but important expansion over the years and decades, becoming the known, respected and wall spoken builders from Scandinavia, and becoming famous for the handling and sea capability, of its sport cruisers and yachts.  In 1992 Windy purchased Draco, the 1963 founded competitor.  At first Windy drops most of the models, keeping only three units, only to return three small models in 1999 to 2002. Since 2010 Windy is owned by Periscopus holdings, which apart boat building has interests in Hotels, Media, Property, and Publishing.  Today Windy offers fourteen models divided into the two Yacht Tender Chase Boats and Representation Models and start from the SR26 and go up to the still in project SR77. Windy's new website takes you around with the following buttons: Yacht Tender Chase Boats, Yacht Tender Refit, Representation Models, Contact.  Windy is also on social media with bottom right buttons taking you to its; Instagram, Linkedin, YouTube, TikTok pages.

www.windy.no

Production History;

22 Daycruiser 1966-88  Jan Herman Linge design

24 Daycruiser  196-

24 Cabin Cruiser 196-

Junior 6,60 m 197-

22 Snekke 197-

22 Funcabin 197-

22 Halfcabin 197-

24 Midcabin 197-

24 Halfcabin 197-

27 Daycruiser 197-

30 Daycruiser 1973-

27 Cabincruiser 1979-85

22 Sport 1984- (400)

23 Fun Cab 198-

25 Fun Cab 1982-

26 Snekke 1985

7500 198-

7800 198-

8000 FC/CC 198-

8600 Mid Cab 198-

8800 FC/CC 198-

9800 FC/CC 1985-91 (185)

9900 FC/CC 1992-93 (14)

11600 1992-

5900 Fisherman

9000 FC/CC

Oceancraft 845

Oceancraft 760

Oceancraft 761

Oceancraft 620

31 Scirocco 1994-97

33 Mistral

35 Hardtop

40 Bora 

31 Tornado 

35 Mistral

36 Grand Mistral 1994-97

41 Typhoon 1996-98

42 Grand Bora

43 Typhoon 1998-2007

37 Grand Mistral 1998-2011

37 Hardtop 1998-2011

28 Ghibli 1998-2011

32 Scirocco 1999-2005

25 Mirage 2001-04

34 Khamsin 2001-13

58 Zephyros 2003-12

32 Grand Tornado 2005-11

33 Scirocco 2006-

52 Xanthos 2006-

53 Balios 2007-

44 Chinook 2008-12

48 Triton 2008-14

2010 Percipus Holdings Ownership

40 Maestro 2010- *39 Sport Cruiser project

SR52 Blackbird 2010- *T52 Super Tender project

31 Zonda 2011-21

26 Kharma 2012-18

29 Coho 2013-23

45 Chinook 2013-18

39 Camira 2014-22

27 Solano 2017-24

46 Cinook 2018-20

SR44 Blackhawk 2020- *project SR43 Blackhawk

37 Shamal 2020-

32 Grand Zonda 2022-

34 Alize 2022-

SLR/SR 60 2022-

40 Camira RS 2023-

29 Huracan 2024-

SR40 2025-

Windy arrives in 1966 with the 22 Daycruiser