Riviera Yachts Ends Aground on Sandbar at Big Pass, Florida

A fifteen meter Riviera sport yacht with two persons onboard ended aground on a sandbar at Big Pass, Sarasota, Florida at around 17:00 of Friday ten July.  The yacht was assisted by Florida Gulf Coast Marine Services of TowboatU.S who shared the story on its Facebook page.  After a first failed attempt for ungrounding with low tide, eventually the yacht was removed at late night as the tide came up and then towed to Marina Jack for inspection and eventual repairs.

The yacht in this accident is a Riviera 505 SUV as produced since 2020 to date in nineteen units. 

Two Saved as Princess Yacht Part Sinks in Ajaccio, Corsica

A seventeen meter Princess Yacht with two persons onboard partly sank near Sanguinaires, Ajaccio to the West of Ajaccio in Corsica on 14:30 of Sunday twelfth July.  SNSM station of Ajaccio who reported the accident on its Facebook page, after saving the two boaters started an operation to save the yacht with three pumps, with this resulting not successful, as the yacht was then towed and grounded at La Parata, before initiating a second towing to the shipyard to Charles Ornano, where it was lifted and salvaged.  The yacht part sank as it struck a fishing net, which pulled out its shaft and opened a water entry.

The yacht in this accident is a Princess 57 as designed by Bernard Olesinski and produced from 2003 to 2006.  The 57 was a replacement to the 56 and was replaced by the second generation Princess 58.

Baia New Web Site

Baia presents it's new website.  Founded in March 1961 at first named as Cantieri Mericraft in Naples, building wooden day speed boats.  In 1968 Mericraft will move in a shed at the sea-town village of Baia, to the West of Naples.  In 1971 the Capasso family, brings a wooden 27 meter sail yacht to refit at Mericraft in Baia, but after one year the works are not progressing as the boating sector is in big crises and the Mericraft workers go on work strike.  At the end of 1972 the Capasso family takes over the shipyard, renaming it to Cantieri di Baia - Mericraft.  The first model to come from the new ownership is the Kabul 9.90 meter flybridge cruiser, this is soon followed by the first of the legendary models which made the Baia story, the Pascia gozzo.  The seven meter Pascia is also the first fiberglass build from Baia and also featured an innovative hydraulic cockpit table which transformed the settee into a sun-pad.  The Pascia is followed by other iconic models, from the Jeroboam it's first sport cruiser, which brings the premises of the B81, which will be renamed as B40 and is Baia best selling boat to date, produced in 106 units in an eleven year production run.  In 1980 Baia also debuts the B33 the first production boat to use the surface drives propulsion system by Arneson.  In 1983 Baia launched another iconic classic, the B50 with hull shape designed by legendary boat builder and racer Don Aronow, with its under water shape very much dedicated to surface drives propulsion. Three years pass and the B60 one of the Worlds largest open sport yachts of the time is also launched.  A pursuit in larger size will take six years to come as in 1992 Baia goes above 24 meters and launches the B80, this is followed in the same year by the one off 105 flybridge super yacht for US client Ivana Trump, which is still as at today the Naples yard largest build.  In the end nineties Baia continues to show is innovative spiritt as it presents it's removable hard top system debuting in 1998 with the 48 Flash.  The removable hard-top system is followed on the larger models up the 73 Magnifica.  In 2003 Baia debuts its folding upwards disappearing patio door on the 78 Atlantica, this used on larger and smaller models.  In 2008 Baia produced the largest glassed hard-top in the yachting industry as it debut its new One Hundred flagship.  Baia has also always given great emphasis to competitions winning the following; 1990 Venezia - Monte Carlo with the B50, Viareggio-Monte Carlo-Viareggio 2007 with the 63 Azzurra, Viareggio-Monte Carlo-Viareggio 2008 with the 54 Aqua, and Powerboat Endurance Super Sport Class World title in 2010 with a sponsored Donzi Z-38. In Spring 2016 following the great recession Baia closes its doors, and after some years of speculation relaunches in 2024 Baia but moving its production to Pisa and debuting with the new Atlantica 84 model, and the project for an up coming Magnifica 112.  The current Baia range offers two models; the Atlantica 84 and the Magnifica 112.  Baia new web site is takes you around with the following buttons; Yachts, History, News and Events, and Contacts.  Baia is also is on social media with bottom page buttons taking you to its Facebook, Instagram, and Linkedin pages. 

www.baiayacht.com

Production History:

Kabul 9.90m 1973-76

Pascia 7.90m 1976-80

Dorado  sf 12m 1977-82

Jeroboam 12m 1977-79

Califfo 7.90m 1978-80

Pop Corn 8.30m 1978-83

Jeroboam S 12m 1979-80

B81 12.08m 1980-86 (106) *includes B40

26 Off 1980-

28 Off 1980-

B33 1981-87

Data 80 15.10m 1981-82

B50 1983-91 (50+)

B60 1985-

B40 1986-91 (106) *includes B81

B60Y 1988-92

B49 1990-95

B80 1992-98 (10)

B43 1991-95

105 One Off 1994 (1)

43 Zero 1995-2001

46 Bimini 1995-97

73 Magnifica 1998-2001

48 Flash 1998-14 (100+)

63 Azzurra 1999-14 (47

80 Panther 2001-03 (4)

54 Aqua 2002-14

78 Atlantica 2003-10 (9)

43 One 2006-14

70 Italia 2007-14

One Hundred 2008-15 (6)

B50 Cinquanta 2010-14

80 Atlantica 2014 (1)

Atlantica 84 2024- (2

Kabul the first production boat of Baia

Mangusta Super Yacht Ends Aground at Palmanova, Mallorca

The forty meter Mangusta super sport yacht Mrs Grey ended beached at Palmanova in Mallorca, on the dawn of Sunday twelve July.  The yacht was then assisted by its tender and other small private water craft and was then freed after about an hour at 06:41 morning time.  Following the ungrounding the yacht according to its AIS data cruised to El Toro.  The cause of the beaching is not advised, although with anchor signal and light on most probably that the yacht anchor drifted in the night.  No injuries and damage to the yacht are reported from the accident.

The yacht in this accident is a 2005 Overmarine Mangusta 130 as designed by Stefano Righini and produced from 2004 to 2014 in twelve units.  When released the Mangusta 130 was its largest build offer, and was replaced by the Overmarine Mangusta 132.

Sport Yacht Wrecked by Fire in Marina Botafoc, Ibiza

A 23 meter sport yacht named Lefty went ablaze in Marina Botafoc, on the island of Ibiza at around 17:00 of Monday thirteen July.  Ibiza fire fighters responded to the blaze, as nearby yachts were swiftly moved to avoid further damage.  The yacht was ultimately towed away from the berth, and ended part sank, and surrounded by oil protective booms.  The cause of the blaze is not reported, as the ownership has now been instructed to remove the yacht.

The yacht in this blaze is a 2001 FP Yachts Jaguar 24 Sport as designed by Paolo Caliari and produced from 2001 to 2007.  FP Yachts of Filippo Picchiotti was founded in 2001 and following financial difficulties and new share holding entry changed in 2005 will change its name to Italian Yachts and then close its doors in 2013.

Lefty became a famous yacht in Summer 2025 as it was chartered by famous Barcelona and Spanish national team footballer Lamine Yamal vacation in Ibiza.

New Model: Azimut Grande 44M

Azimut launched its new flagship and largest build to date, as it splashes the first unit of the Grande 44M. A contemporary superyacht the Grande 44M also combines Hull Vane® foil technology and carbon fibre, where lightness creates new possibilities, freeing up space to dedicate an entire Deck to the owner. Enjoyed in the silence of Mild Hybrid technology. The launch of the first Grande 44M confirms the success of the strategy that has led Azimut to achieve leadership in the superyacht segment over the years. Today, over two-thirds of the Azimut's production value is represented by models over 24 meters, a testament to a corporate vision rewarded by the market and the trust of owners. The expansion of the range culminates in the new Grande 44M, which debuts in the water with seven units already sold to owners. The new flagship marks the final leg of Azimut's journey to define the contemporary superyacht, combining the evolution of its design language created by international design excellence with continuous technological innovation. The use of carbon fiber, which accounts for more than 50% of the vessel, is the cornerstone of the project: reducing the overall weight of the superstructure allows for an unprecedented four-deck architecture that breaks with the traditional layout. The fourth deck, which houses the wheelhouse and is perfectly integrated into the sleek profile designed by Alberto Mancini, frees the Upper Deck of all technical spaces, transforming it into an entire deck dedicated to the owner with private terraces overlooking the horizon. Aft, the Grande 44M features the Mezzanine Deck with a Sea View Terrace, a defining element of the Grande Trideck, made even more iconic by the See-Through Pool: a plunge pool that plays with transparency to maintain visual contact with the sea and create caustic effects that make the beach club even more magical. The original layout allowed m²atelier architecture studio to translate the design into a manifesto of intentional living. Here, the interior balances functionality and aesthetics in environments designed to give new spaces to the owner, along with the freedom to inhabit it as they please. This is how the bow area of ​​the upper deck is transformed: a veranda dining area for twelve, a private media room, or a space for guests. In every configuration, enormous windows break down visual boundaries and open a 180° view of the outdoor bow lounge where, around the firepit, guests gather to watch the sunset over the water. m2atelier—internationally renowned for projects ranging from elite residences to product design envisions a clear and uncompromising style for Azimut, punctuated by subtle, refined details.

Technical Data:

LOA - 43.6 m (143.1ft)

Beam - 8.67 m

Draft - 2.05 m loaded and including propellers

Displacement - 35 t full load

Fuel Capacity - 40,000 l

Water Capacity - 8000 l

Accommodation - ten guests in five cabins, or twelve guests in six cabins, 9 crew in 5 cabins

Engines - 2 x MAN 1550hp, optional MAN 1800hp

Propulsion - line shaft 

Speed - seventeen knots max, fifteen cruise

Hull Shape - dual mode with Vane foil

Construction - fiberglass with carbon fibre

Project - Alberto Mancini exterior, P.Ausonio naval architect, M2Atelier interior 

Certification - RINA Pleaseure Class, ISO8666 for data

www.azimutyachts.com

competition = Maiora 42 Exuma

Three Boaters Saved as Sport Yacht Goes Ablaze Near Nettuno, Italy

Three boaters including a young five year old girl were saved from a seventeen meter sport yacht fire near Torre Asturia, Nettuno, Italy at around 19:00 of Saturday fourth July.  The yacht was assisted by the Port Captaincy of Anzio who assisted with the Guardia Costiera CP859 SAR boat and the B89 saving the boaters first.  Following the saving of the boaters, an operation to save the yacht was started which at this point was also taking in water and was in risk of sinking.  The saving of the yacht was a success with this then towed to the marina of Nettuno for inspection of eventual repairs.   

The yacht in this fire is an Atlantis 55 as designed by Stefano Righini and produced from 2004 to 2009.  The 55 was replaced by the Atlantis 54. 

Bertram Sportfish Yacht Part Sinks at San Juan, Puerto Rico

A not attended fifteen meter Bertram sportfish yacht named Vintage II partly sank at San Juan Bay Marina in San Juan, Puerto Rico on the afternoon of Monday six July.  US Coast Guard San Juan who reported the story on its Facebook page tended to the yacht accident, and following pollution protection as the yacht was oil leaking and polluting, advised the ownership to start salvage operations to float and remove the yacht.  

The Bertram yacht was then removed and dry docked on Wednesday evening.

The yacht in this fire is a 1992 Bertram 50 as designed by Dave Napier and produced from 1987 to 1996.  The 50 was a replacement to the 46 Convertible and was replaced by the Bertram 510.

Project: Dalla Pieta DP86 HT

Dalla Pieta present the project for a new DP86 HT.  Based on the DP80 which was produced from 2004 to 2008 in four units, the DP86 HT features differences in the fore deck, and aft deck layouts.  The DP86 HT will feature a four double cabins lower deck with crew accommodation for three.  The living is located on the main deck, while the galley located to port side, is to be found in a mid level layout accessible from the stair case which takes guests to the lower deck.  The Dalla Pieta DP86HT is to be powered by twin Cat 2200hp engines with line shaft propulsion for top speeds up to 35 knots.

www.dallapieta-yachts.it

New Model: Viking 64 SC

Viking launches the first 64 SC Sport Coupe, the latest evolution and largest build to date of the Sport Series line-up, and largest ever express build from the New Jersey Viking. Inspired by a passionate Viking owner and more than two decades of Sport Coupe innovation, the 64 SC is built on the proven 64 Convertible hull of which over forty have been delivered to date. This exciting addition is also available with a custom Palm Beach Towers tuna tower, giving owners two distinct profiles on the same high-performance platform, with the first unit ordered with a clean set up. From the helm's commanding sightlines to the SC’s aggressive, streamlined profile, every design element was driven by visibility and balance. The first hull is a galley-down three cabin configuration with cross-over forward stateroom that transforms the command deck into a spacious salon-style living area, with a galley-up version with four staterooms and three heads also being available. Both offer smart, comfortable accommodations for serious fishing or cruising. The 64 SC cockpit mirrors that of the 64 Convertible, with a full array of tournament-grade features, including bait freezers, fish boxes, refrigerated boxes and engine-room access. A deeper mezzanine adds a luxurious touch with a raised lounge inspired from the Viking 82.  The first build commissioned by a long time Viking owner, and is powered by twin MAN 1650hp for top speeds up to forty knots.

Technical Data:

LOA - 20.62 m (67.8ft) with bow pulpit

Length - 19.46 m

Waterline Length - 16.6 m

Beam - 5.75 m

Draft - 1.65 m

Displacement - 42602 kg loaded

Fuel Capacity - 6927 l, optional 8721 l

Water Capacity - 1143 l

Accommodation - six/seven berths in three cabins, or eight/nine berths in four cabins

Engines - 2 x MAN V12 CRM 1550hp, 1650hp, 2000hp, Cat C32A 1925hp, C32B 2025hp, MTU 12V2000 M96X 2002hp

Propulsion - line shaft with propeller pockets and class S propellers

Speed - forty knots max, 35 cruise with MAN 1650hp

Hull Shape - modified medium Vee with twelve degrees deadrise aft

Construction - resin infused with Baltek end grain balsa, Airex foam cores, and carbin E-glass

www.vikingyachts.com

competition - non existent