Six Boaters Saved as Princess Yacht is Wrecked by Fire In Ibiza

Six people were rescued as a 25 meter Princess sport yacht went ablaze near Illa Negra outside of the Ibiza Marina in Ibiza just before 20:00 hours of Friday tenth April.  The boaters were assisted by the Maritime Rescue vessel Naos, who rescued the six boaters and then fought the blaze.  Following no success in turning off the blaze the yacht was towed outside towards es Malvins were it was wrecked by the fire.  The two crew of the yacht had minor injures and were treated at the scene, with both of them not needing to go to a hospital.  The cause of the fire is not reported, with some news outlets saying the yacht was on charter duty.

The yacht in this fire is a Princess V85 as designed by Bernard Olesinski and produced from 2008 to 2010 in six units.  Released as new flagship to the V series range, the V85 was replaced by the Princess V85-S.

Baglietto New Web Site

Baglietto from Italy presents its new web site.  Founded in 1854 at Varazze by Pietro Baglietto, as common in Italy in those times he bears his name to his boatyard. Pietro will start as a builder of boats and rescue craft to service the merchant ships in the back yard of his home located in a short distance from the sea shore.  In the early part to the middle of the nineteenth century Baglietto will start speed boats construction, which will lead to the commissioning of special military boats of all genres. With the passing of Pietro in 1911, his son Bernardo, helped by older brother Giovanni Battista starts to run the family yard.  The early part of the twentieth century is one of various new records; in speed by Baglietto I in 1923, in height with a hydroplane in 1927, and in size with La Spina a 12 meter cruiser build in 1929. In this period a lot of military boats are also build as well, from 16 and 21 meter class torpedo boats, to hydroplanes, and also hydrofoil prototypes. Baglietto also creates the MAS in its 15, 16, and 21 meters versions in the 1920s, still recognized today as superb design ingenuity. In this period Baglietto also gets military vessels commissions from places as Japan, and China.  Baglietto will build military boats of various sizes and type for just less to ninety years, a career which apart various Italian orders includes others from Finland, Indonesia, Algeria, and United Arab Emirates.  In the fifties Baglietto enters into production of the wooden pleasure cruiser and yacht series, debuting with the Tigrotto 8.5 meters in 1956 constructed in two units, followed by the popular Elba 11.5 meters in 1958 sold in 42 units for a five year production run, and debuting what will be called the island series.  The Elba is followed by the Ischia 16m a year later, Capri 14m in 1961, and Minorca 20m and Minorca 22m in 1962 which also debuts Italian designer Paolo Caliari. The island series is followed by the more angular and futuristic M series as designed by Caliari, which debuts with the 18m in 1964, and will include the 20M as produced from 1968 to 1977 in 73 units.  In 1976 Baglietto looks at aluminium to build boat and yachts, and launches the first in this material with the Nauta at 26.5 meters in 1976. In the nineties Baglietto expands its size and builds various super yachts over thirty meters in size.  Important names are the Al Fahedi in 1985 a 46 m steel build which will be the flagship up till 2006, and the Opus in 1994 a 28 meter open sport yacht which is to be the largest of its type for a couple of years. Since 1983 Baglietto is not owned by its founding family as in that year it is sold to Leopoldo Rodriquez of Rodriguez Shipyard from Messina.  Ten years later in 1993 Rodriguez sells to Giampiero Moretti who will have to force sell after two years as Baglietto enters in liquidation.  In 1995 Baglietto is purchased by the partnership of Guido Orsi and Gaspare Borghini, who will sell in 2004 to the Camuzzi Group who will own it till the end of September 2010.  In November 2011 Gavio Group will buy the Baglietto name and its La Spezia shipyard, owned since 1996.  Currently Baglietto offers seven yachts, divided into the three Lines; DOM, T-Line, and Fast Line, and start with the DOM115 and go up to the T-Line 60, of the semi-production series.  Currently Baglietto is also offering two custom builds on speculation with the Project53 and Project56 both designed by Enrico Gobbi.  Baglietto new website is available in Italian and English language and takes you around with the following buttons; About Us, Yachts, Boutique, News, and Contacts. Baglietto is also on social media with bottom tabs taking you to its; Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin, Vimeo, and Youtube pages. 

www.baglietto.com

Production History; (semi-production models only)

Tigrotto 8.5m 1956 (2) Giorgio Barilani design

Elba 11.5m 1958-63 (42) wood planking production

Ischia/Ischia Super 16m 1959-65 (71)

Capri 14m 1961-63 (12)

Minorca 20m 1962-65 (9)  Paolo Caliari design

Maiorca 22m 1962-63 (3)

18M 1964-68 (18)

16M 1965-67 (13) *16M Ischia project

14M 1965-71 (17)

16M50 1967-72 (58)

20M 1968-77 (73)

15M 1972-74 (7)

18M2 1973-78 (21)

26m 1976-86 (5)

Ischia 80 17m 1979-82 (16) aluminium production build

16.50 M2 1982-85 (5)  only fiberglass build

1983 Rodriguez ownership

35m 1987-2000 (5)

24m 1989-91 (2)

33m 1991-93 (3)

1993 Gianpiero Moretti ownership

1995 Guido Orsi and Gaspare Borghini ownership

30m 2000-03 (2) Francesco Paszkowski design

34m 2001-07 (8)

42 2003-04 (2)

2004 Camuzzi Group ownership

112 HT 2005-08 (2)

43 2006-12 (4)

53 2006-09 (3)

44 Fast 2007-13 (3)

42m 2008-11 (2)

42 Exp 2009 (2)

2011 Gavio Group ownership

46 2014-15 (2)

48 20017-21 (3)

DOM 133 2022- (12

T52 2023- (9

DOM 115 2025- (3

T60 2026- (3

T54 2027- (2

Baglietto enters semi-production boating with the Tigrotto 8.5m

Project: CL Yachts CLC115

Hong Kong based CL Yachts reveals the 35-metre catamaran CLC115 project. The first model in CL Yachts brand new C-Series, the CLC115 marks a significant milestone in the builder’s output. As CL Yachts’ first-ever catamaran, its expansive three-deck layout offers guests a fully immersive yachting experience, marrying style, comfort and efficiency throughout.  The CLC115 will offer a twelve guests accommodation plan with cabins located on the mid deck, and main deck for the forward full beam owners stateroom.  Crew accommodation is for five in three cabins located on the lower deck hulls.  The CLC115 also shows Cheoy Lee comprehensive expertise in fiberglass hull construction and precise resin-infusion technique, enabling the 35-metre catamaran hull to be created in a single attempt. Certified to RINA Yacht Class standards, her lightweight composite hull is meticulously designed to balance structural integrity with fuel efficiency. Performance-wise the CLC115 is powered by twin MAN 1300hp diesel engines, with an optional hybrid system also on offer for quiet, eco-friendly cruising, with this enables it to achieve top speeds of eighteen knots and cruise comfortably at ten knots.

www.clyachts.com

New Launch: Alia Yachts 43m ALY431

Alia Yachts is proud to announce the launch of its striking 43 metre full-custom raised pilothouse yacht hull number ALY431 titled Ximena. Penned by Omega Architects with naval architecture by Van Oossanen Naval Architects, this custom Alia Yachts commands immediate attention with her aggressive, arrow-like profile and distinctive pelican’s bill bow. Her fast displacement hull form delivers a top speed up to 22 knots, combining performance with remarkable efficiency at a twenty knot cruising speed. With transatlantic range capabilities optimised for Gulf Stream crossings and island cruising, and a shallow two meter draft enhancing her access to the Bahamas and Caribbean shallows, this custom 43 meter Alia Yacht is purpose built for dynamic yachting. This fully custom 43-metre yacht achieves an exceptional balance between performance and onboard comfort. A light-filled owner’s suite forward on the main deck enjoys panoramic views, complemented by four spacious guest cabins on the lower deck. Well appointed crew quarters ensure seamless service throughout extended voyages. Expansive exterior spaces, including a foredeck lounge, generous cockpit, and versatile upper deck, create a refined al fresco lifestyle ideally suited to South Florida and Bahamian waters. A dedicated glass-fronted gym positioned at the aft beach club further enhances the onboard experience, offering guests a private wellness space with direct connection to the sea. The yacht’s contemporary interior, crafted by international studio Yodezeen, will also be unveiled to the public for the first time during the show, marking a significant moment in the yacht’s global presentation.

Technical Data:

LOA - 42.9 m (140.7ft)

Beam - 8.40 m

Draft - 2.10 m

Displacement - 275 t, 380 gt *volume

Fuel Capacity - 37,500 l

Water Capacity - 11,900 l

Accommodation - ten guests in five cabins, seven crew in four cabins

Engines - 2 x MTU 16V 2000 M96L 2000hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 22 knots max, twenty cruise, twelve knots long range

Range - 3200 nautical miles at twelve knots

Hull Shape - fast displacement

Construction - aluminium

Project - Omega exterior, Van Oossanen naval architect, Yodezeen interior

Certification - Lloyds 100 A1 SSC Yacht Mono G6 MCH UMS, MCA Compliant

www.aliayachts.com

Jeanneau Cruiser Saved from Sinking in Costa Brava Spain

An eight meter Jeanneau sport cruiser with three persons and two dogs onboard was saved from sinking near Costa Brava to the West of Spain at 14:35 of Sunday eighteen June 2023.  The boaters called Salvamentos Maritimos for assistance, who then asked for the fast help of SeaHelp, which has started to operate a rib in the area.  In the meantime the boaters were assisted by a nearby boater who took two of the boaters and the dogs, with the SeaHelp rib then towing the sport cruiser to a safe harbour.  The boaters were then later assisted by the Mossos D'Esquarda Policia and then Salvamento Maritimos who arrived at the scene. 

The boat in this accident is a Jeanneau Leader 805 as designed by Garroni and produced from 1999 to 2009 in 1300 units.  The Leader 805 was a replacement to the Leader 800 and was replaced by the Jeanneau Leader 8.

Project: Horizon V74 EVO

Horizon present the V74 EVO representing a refined evolution of design, performance, and onboard atmosphere, officially unveiled during the Düsseldorf Boat Show,. The V74 Evo is presented as Horizon’s next step for the European market. Conceived with a clear focus on proportion rather than excess, the V74 EVO draws from superyacht design principles to deliver comfort, confidence, and balance at sea. Her exterior lines reveal a purposeful hull form: a fine waterline entry paired with controlled flare above, engineered to manage spray, restore lift, and ensure a composed ride. The open flybridge reinforces this philosophy, offering a clean, well-structured layout with generous seating and lounging areas that feel open, social, and uncluttered. Inside, the V74 EVO reveals a carefully curated interior world. The main deck salon is bright and welcoming, defined by soft neutral tones, textured fabrics, and subtle leather accents that create a warm, residential ambiance. Large windows flood the space with natural light, while fluted glass details, refined cabinetry, and balanced proportions add depth and visual rhythm without overwhelming the senses. The galley and dinette area continue this understated elegance. Stone surfaces inspired by Calacatta quartz, combined with warm wood finishes and refined flooring, elevate the space beyond pure functionality, designed to feel equally natural for everyday cruising or entertaining guests on longer passages. Below deck, the atmosphere becomes more intimate and serene. The full-beam master cabin is conceived as a private retreat, with leather-wrapped elements, teak finishes, and soft textiles working together to create a calm, cocoon-like environment. Carefully considered lighting and material choices emphasize comfort and privacy, while the VIP and guest cabins echo the same design language, delivering a consistent, high-end experience throughout. The mood board tells a clear story: an interior that feels timeless, warm, and designed to age gracefully free from short-lived trends and focused instead on long-term enjoyment.  The first Horizon V74 EVO is scheduled to launch this Summer 2026, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the V-Series.

www.horizonyacht.com

New Model: Elling E4

Elling announces the launch of the redesigned second generation E4. This new Elling E4 second generation comes after 22 years and three hundred units produced of the original E4 which debuted in 2004, and while it keeps the bases; same hull and dimensions of its predecessor it receives a comprehensive facelift, now featuring a modernized wheelhouse that visually aligns with the yard’s E6 flagship which arrived in 2016. From the outside the new Elling E4 presents a cleaner and more contemporary profile, with a redesigned targa which manually lowers the radar arch enhancing flexibility. This makes the explorer cruiser suitable for cruising in low-clearance areas, such as the French canal system. In addition, the revised superstructure improves both aesthetics and functionality. Inside the wheelhouse has also been redesigned delivering tangible benefits feeling noticeably more spacious. Moreover, outward visibility has been enhanced through an enlarged aft window, contributing to safer and more comfortable navigation. The first second generation Elling E4 was delivered to the United States, with the second set for a German owner, and the model debuting at the 2026 Dusseldorf boat show.

Technical Data:

LOA - 14.95 m (49ft)

Beam - 4.25 m

Draft - 1.20 m

Displacement - 17 t

Fuel Capacity - 1500 l

Water Capacity - 850 l

Accommodation - six berths in three cabins

Engines - 1 x  Volvo 190hp, optional D6 440hp, D8 600hp, plus 30hp wing engine

Propulsion - direct line shaft, plus wing engine

Speed - up to seventeen knots with 600hp

Range - one thousand five hundred nautical miles at seven knots

Project - Vripack

Certification - CE A

www.ellingyachting.com

competition = De Alm Almtrawler 1320 

Project: Italia Yachts 37 Veloce

Italia Yachts follows its motor boating debut of the 43 Veloce with the 37 Veloce project.  The 37 Veloce presents itself as an entry level to Italian Yachts Veloce motor boat range, which is planned to expand to five models and up to twenty meters in size.  Unlike the 43 Veloce which was designed by Skyron, the 37 Veloce is designed in house, who presented an asymmetric walk-around sport cruiser with side walk-around deck to port side and drop down bulk-heads which serve the astern part of the sports cruiser.  The exterior space continues with a summer galley located behind the triple seat helm station, dinette, and sun-pad to aft which covers the upper part of the outboard motors.  The cabin offers spacious accommodation for four; with an enclosed midships cabin, and a forward double berth.  The 37 Veloce can be optioned with a U-shaped dinette forward, and two single berths instead of the double at midships.  A shower with head is located to starboard.  The Italian Yachts 37 Veloce is to be powered by twin 350hp outboards, for top speeds up to 42 knots.

www.italiayachtsinternational.com

Classic Baglietto Partly Sinks in Aregai Marina, Imperia Italy

A classic sixteen meter Baglietto flybridge yacht partly sank in Aregai Marina at Santo Stefano al Mare, Imperia on the morning of Wednesday first April.  Following the part sinking a pollution protection boon was surrounded to the classic yacht.  The cause of the sinking was not reported, with speculation attributing the cause to a failed through hull fitting.  The yacht ownership was advised of the part sinking, and advised to float the yacht and take it for repairs.

The classic yacht in this part sinking is a Baglietto 16M50 as designed by Paolo Caliari and produced from 1967 to 1972 in 58 units.  The 16M50 was a replacement to the 16M and was replaced by the Baglietto Ischia 80 of seventeen meters.

New Model: Jeanneau TH33

Jeanneau presents the TH33, an outboard powered catamaran as designed by Marc Lombard and Camillo Garroni.  The Jeanneau TH line was actually announced as a Four Winns range, only for it to change course after it's presentation in Fort Lauderdale and presented as Jeanneau in Dusseldorf three months later.  The Jeanneau TH33 comes with a bow-rider dual console fore to aft style main deck with a lower deck offering sleeping accommodation for two in the starboard side of the hull with the Cabin Pack option, and a shower head in the port side part of the hull.  The Jeanneau TH33 is powered by twin 250hp Yamaha as standard, with optional Mercury and Yamaha up to 300hp available.

Technical Data:

LOA - 10.49 m (34.5ft) with engines and pulpit

LOA - 10.1 m

Hull Length - 9.70 m

Beam - 3.87 m

Draft - 0.96 m outboards down

Displacement - 5655 kg

Fuel Capacity - 2 x 450 l

Water Capacity - 94 l

Max Persons - eight in B category

Accommodation - two berths 

Engines - 2 x Yamaha 250hp, optional 300hp, Mercury 250hp, 300hp

Propulsion - twin outboards

Speed - 36 knots max estimate

Project - Marc Lombard, Camillo Garroni

Certification - CE B8/C12

www.jeanneau.com

competition = Aquila 32 Sport