Project: Novamarine BS 260

Novamarine announce the sale of the BS 260, set for a 2028 delivery.  The BS 260 is not only to be the new Novamarine flagship, overcoming it's previous largest build the BS 220 by four meters, but set to be the biggest rib ever build.  The current largest rib to date is the 2008 delivered Heaven 80 which was built in two units.  The Novamarine BS 260 is set to feature an interior with three double cabins, plus a crew cabin for two.  The Novamarine BS 260 is to be powered by twin MTU 2200hp, speeds and propulsion are not yet announced, but expect this to be in the region of over forty knots.

www.novamarine.com

New Model: Absolute Navetta 62

Absolute keep on expanding it's Navetta cross over yacht-explorer range as they present the 62 model.  Sitting in between the Navetta 58 which is now in it's third generation, and the just arrived Navetta 66, the Navetta 62 offers an astern galley single level main deck, with a lower deck offering three double cabins, with an owners room forward.  A crew cabin for two is located aft.  The interior layout is followed by the other Absolute unique traits from the all glassed saloon area-galley-living, the veranda aft deck, and the hard-top flybridge.  The Absolute Navetta 62 is powered by twin Volvo 1000hp with IPS pod propulsion for top speeds up to thirty knots, and a cruise of 25.

Technical Data:

LOA - 18.68 m (61.3ft)

Beam - 5.36 m

Draft - 1.69 m

Displacement - 45 t loaded

Fuel Capacity - 3400 l

Water Capacity - 740 l

Max Persons - fourteen

Accommodation - six berths in three cabins, crew cabin with two berths

Engines - 2 x Volvo D13 1000hp

Propulsion - Volvo forward looking dual propeller IPS pod drives

Speed - thirty knots top speed, 25 fast cruise, fifteen knots economic

Range - 450 nautical miles 

Certification - CE B

www.absoluteyachts.com

competition = Beneteau Grand Trawler 63

Four Boats Wrecked by Fire in Porto Rotondo, Sardinia

Four boats of which three ribs from eight to twelve meters and a classic nine meter Bertram sport cruiser were wrecked in a fire at Punta Asfodeli in Porto Rotondo, Sardinia in the early 01:30 hours of Wednesday 23 September.  Vigili del Fuoco fire fighters from the Olbia station responded to the blaze with two fire trucks taking some hours to control the blaze, and into the early hours of the morning.  No injuries are reported with the blaze starting from a short circuit in one of the four boats.

The boats in this accident are a Sea Water Kymera 43, Top Marine 1000, classic Bertram 28 Moppie, and a Solemar 27 Oceanic.

Project: Aiata Wayfinder 50

AIATA the boat brand developed by Anadolu Motor and part of the Anadolu Group portfolio, presents the Wayfinder 50 project, the enclosed flagship built on the brand's successful 50-foot platform which debuted with the 50 Sunfinder at Dusseldorf boat show in January. Since making its international debut less than two years ago, AIATA is evolving from a newcomer into an increasingly recognized player in the global boating market thanks also to the industrial expertise and financial strength of Anadolu Group. The arrival of the Wayfinder 50 represents the latest achievement in a carefully planned development program. Following the introduction of the Wayfinder 38, Sunfinder 38 and Sunfinder 50, the new model expands AIATA's offering and brings the brand closer to its objective of establishing a complete and coherent range within its first three years of operation.  The Wayfinder 50, also designed by renowned Finnish designer Jarkko Jämsén of Navia Design, serves as the enclosed counterpart to the recently launched Sunfinder 50. While sharing the same hull architecture and core platform, the new model is optimized for owners seeking increased protection from the elements, enhanced onboard comfort and greater flexibility for extended cruising. The interior has been designed around two distinct accommodation concepts. The standard layout features two cabins, one bathroom with a separate shower and a galley, creating a balanced arrangement for family cruising and longer stays aboard. For owners prioritizing additional privacy and convenience, an alternative configuration replaces the galley with a second bathroom, resulting in a layout comprising two cabins and two bathrooms, both with separate shower facilities. Consistent with AIATA's design philosophy, the Wayfinder 50 combines generous volumes, intelligent space management and practical solutions aimed at simplifying life on board. The result is a vessel capable of bridging the gap between day boating and longer cruising while maintaining the usability, comfort and performance that characterize the entire AIATA range.  The Aiata Wayfinder 50 is powered by triple Honda 350hp as standard, with Mercury of the same output and or 400hp available as options.

www.aiataboats.com

New Model: Ducari 37XIV Sport

Ducari is a new brand developed by WorldCat, and Americas largest pleasure boat and yacht dealership MarineMax.  The 37XIV Sport is Ducari's first model, with two smaller 34 and 31 foot models being planned.  The Ducari 37XIV Sport, is an entry into the luxury sport catamaran segment, a market currently dominated by the Aquila Sport models.  The Ducari 37XIV Sport features a beam of over four meters, and is to feature an asymmetric layout with a passage walk way to starboard, which leads to a forward C-shaped settee to port side.  The cockpit also features a three seat center console, which is followed by a wet-bar, aft deck with opposing settees, and a drop down balcony to starboard.  The cabin with entrance from port side of the helm station features a separate shower head, and double berth. The Ducari 37XIV is powered by twin Mercury 600hp for top speeds up to 53 knots.

Technical Data:

LOA - 11.30 m (37.1ft)

Beam - 4.17 m

Draft - 1.04 m (motors down), 0.64 m (motors up)

Displacement - 10,160 kg dry and with 600hp outboards

Fuel Capacity - 1930 l

Water Capacity - 197 l

Accommodation - two berths

Engines - 2 x Mercury Verado 7.6L V12 600hp

Propulsion - twin outboards with dual propellers

Speed - 53 knots top speed, 39 fast cruise

Range - 377 nautical miles at cruise speeds

Hull Shape - twin stepped catamaran

Construction - hand laid fiberglass 

www.ducariyachts.com

competition = Aquila 36 Molokai

Projects: Jeanneau EX 34 Cabin, Jeanneau EX 34 Hardtop

It seems it is impossible to escape the sport explorer type cruiser as Jeanneau unveils EX, a new range of motor boats that embraces the philosophy of essentials. Jeanneau EX is the second offer from the Beneteau Group, following the entrance with its American owned Wellcraft brand in this sport explorer boat segment, which has been the largest growing segment of the last decade. With EX, Jeanneau opens a new chapter, offering a range which reflects a different way of navigating; with design duties handled by Centkowski and Denert. The first of the range, the EX 34 will come in two models, Cabin and Hardtop. Measuring just under ten metres, and combing a compact and lightweight deep-V hull with twin outboard engines delivering strong, confident performance. Built on the same deck platform, the Jeanneau EX 34 it comes in two versions, Cabin pictured above and Hardtop shown below, each offering a different way to experience the EX concept. The Cabin is able to enclose it's main deck, suitable for those who want to navigate all year round, all live in less stable climate area, while the Hardtop model will offer a more open way of living the water. Both 34 EX will offer a lower deck sleep four; double berth forward and at midships with a shower head to starboard. The 34 EX comes also with some options; for example you can change the aft settee for aft Summer galley, available for both versions. The Jeanneau EX 34 is standard powered by twin 300hp outboards as standard from Yamaha or Mercury, with optional 350hp being available.

www.jeanneau.com

Sanlorenzo New Web Site

Italian motor and super yacht builder Sanlorenzo presents its new World wide web showroom. Sanlorenzo was founded in 1958 by Gianfranco Cecchi and Guiliano Pecchia at Viareggio, with the first premises being at the Canottieri Berchielli.  In 1972 Giovanni Janetti takes over Sanlorenzo who renews the production and range with the 16,5 and 20 Vetrorovescio as designed by Paolo Caliari.  From its founding till 1985 the company builds it's cruisers and yachts in wood, but in 1985 Sanlorenzo launches the 57 its first fiberglass build.  From the 57 Sanlorenzo will start switching gradually all its range into fiberglass construction, 55 Sport in 1987, and the 80 in 1988 are the first three models built in gross reinforced plastic material. The Sanlorenzo 80 will remain a flagship for a couple of years up until 1995 when the 100 is launched.  In 1999 Sanlorenzo moves to a new yard in Ameglia, La Spezia. The new Ameglia yard is also ISO 14001 certified. 2005 marks a change of leadership at Sanlorenzo when Massimo Perotti takes over from Giovanni Janetti.  In the same year Sanlorenzo opens a new Viareggio production site which will be dedicated to the larger yachts.  2007 is an important year for Sanlorenzo with the launch of the new SD92 presenting the Semi Displacement line, and the first 40 Alloy model which is also its first aluminium built yacht. This last apart being the new Sanlorenzo flagship up till 2010 will receive three important awards from Showboats and World Superyacht. In 2010 Sanlorenzo launches another larger flagship the 46Steel, which is also the first Sanlorenzo build with steel metal hull.  New flagships come again in 2017 with the 52Steel, in 2019 with the 64Steel, and in 2025 with the 74Steel.  In 2017 Sanlorenzo presents the modern cross over sporty explorer SX line with the SX88 model, and is followed by the SX76 a year later.  In 2022 Sanlorenzo enters into the super sport yacht segment with the SP line and the SP110, which is followed in 2024 by the smaller SP92.  Today Sanlorenzo continues its semi-custom approach and builds about fifty motor, and super yachts a year.  The current Sanlorenzo line up is divided in the Superyacht, which is divided in the four; Alloy Line, Steel Line, Explorer Line, X-Space Line, and Yacht range; SL Line, SD Line, SX Line, SP Line and SHE which build yachts from the SX76 up to the 74 Steel, totalling 25 models.  The new Sanlorenzo website takes you around with the following buttons; Yachts, Brand, and Arts and Culture.  Sanlorenzo is also on social media with lower right page buttons taking you to its Instagram, Facebook, Linkedin, and YouTube pages.

www.sanlorenzoyacht.com

Production History:

Aquila m 7,80

SuperAquila m 8,40

Kumara m 10,80

Garduda m12,10

SuperGaruda m 12,10 1967-70

Anarua m 14,20 1969

SuperAnarua m 14,20 1969

15 1969-83  Paolo Caliari design

40 1970-73

60 1971-75

1972 Giovanni Janetti ownership

48S 1972-80  

13,80 1973-80

16.50 Vetrorovescio 1974-78

20 Vetrorovescio 1975-80

18 1976-80

16.50 1979-84 *project 16

22 1980-86

19 1981-84

20 1984-87

57 1985-93  fiberglass construction / Della Rolle design

55 Sport 1987-91

80 1988-94 (16)

70 1989-93 *project 68

70 second version 1994-96

62 1994-99

100 1995-2008 (20)

82 1995-2004 (60) includes sl82

72 1997-2004

88 2000-04 (26) *includes sl88

108 2004-14 (18)

2005 Massimo Perotti ownership

SL62 2005-14  

SL72 2005-14

SL82 2005-14 (60) *includes 82

SL88 2005-10 (26) *includes 88

SD92 2007-19 (24)  Francesco Paszkowski design

40 Alloy 2007-19 (10)

SD122 2008-20 (8)

SL104 2009-2015 (15) *sl100 project

44Steel 2010 (1)

46Steel 2011-15 (7)

SL94 2011-13 (10)

SL96 2014-20 (16)

SL118 2014-20 (12)

SD112 2014-20 *SD110 project (19)

SD126 2015-23 (18)

460Exp 2015-18 (4)

SL86 2015-24 (50)  Mauro Micheli design

SL106 2015-21 (21)

SL78 2016-24 (29) *SL76 project

52Steel 2017- (10

SX88 2017- (82

500Exp 2018- (8

44 Alloy 2018- (13

SL102 Asymmetric 2018-21 (12)  Zuccon design

SX76 2018- (70 *sx72project

64Steel 2019- (4

SL96 Asymmetric 2019- (29

SD96 2020- (30

SX112 2020-25 (16)

62Steel 2021- (3

SL90 Asymmetric 2021- (30

SL106 Asymmetric 2021-25 (15)

SL120 Asymmetric 2022- (16

SD118 2021- (22

SP110 2022- (9

SD90 2022- (19

57Steel 2023-25 (5)

SX100 2023- (10

50Steel 2024- (3

SL86 Asymmetric 2024- (9

SP92 2024- (10

SD132 2024- (6

SX 120 2025- (7

SL110 Asymmetric 2025- (6

74Steel 2025- (3 

SHE 25.2m 2026- (7

The Sanlorenzo 57 marks the start and switch to fiberglass production

Sanlorenzo Yacht Wrecked by Fire in Brindisi, Italy

A thirty meter Sanlorenzo super yacht titled John went ablaze and ended wrecked at Marina di Brindisi, in Brindisi, South East Adriatic side of Italy, with the fire starting just after 09:00 morning time of Saturday third October.  Brindisi Vigili del Fuoco fire fighters helped by the Port Captaincy of Brindisi tended to the fire.  At first the fire fighters thought to have controlled the blaze, only for it to start again, at this point the yacht was towed away from it's berth by two tug-boats.  Ultimately the yacht was wrecked by the fire and ended as a half-sunk wreck, with what's left of the yacht listing to its starboard side on the inside part of the marina break-water.  No one was injured in the fire, with the cause of blaze being under investigation.

The yacht in this blaze is a 1998 built Sanlorenzo 100 as designed by Della Rolle and produced from 1995 to 2008 in twenty units.  When released in 1995 the 100 was Sanlorenzo's biggest yacht, and was replaced by the SL104.

New Model: GX Superyachts GX42 RPH

Just two years after unveiling the GX Superyachts vision at the 2024 Monaco Yacht Show, the company is celebrating another defining milestone with the successful launch of the first GX42 RPH, the 42-metre flagship, which has just world debuted at the Monaco Yacht Show 2026. The launch marks the transformation of GX Superyachts from an ambitious concept into a tangible reality. Conceived to redefine expectations in the superyacht sector, the GX42 combines striking contemporary design, long-range capability and a radically more responsible approach to luxury yachting. Developed by the experienced team behind Greenline Yachts, the GX42 builds on more than fifteen years of expertise in hybrid propulsion and energy management. She introduces those proven technologies into the superyacht world through an advanced parallel diesel-electric hybrid propulsion system, extensive integrated solar arrays and a large-capacity lithium battery bank, dramatically reducing emissions while delivering a quieter, more comfortable onboard experience. Built in collaboration with SES Yachts in Türkey, the GX42 also demonstrates the strength of the partnerships established since the brand's launch. The project has brought together specialists in naval architecture, engineering, construction and design to deliver a yacht that challenges conventional expectations of efficiency without compromising luxury, performance or comfort. Following her launch, final outfitting, and sea trials the GX 42 travelled to Monaco for her official public premiere. The GX42 represents the first model in the GX Superyachts planned range extending from 24 to 56 metres. By combining advanced hybrid technology, intelligent energy management, refined Italian design and genuine long-range cruising capability, GX Superyachts continues its mission to establish a new benchmark for sustainable luxury at sea

Technical Data:

LOA - 42.10 m (138ft)

Waterline Length - 41.7 m

Beam - 8.50 m

Draft - 1.90 m

Displacement - 260 t, 353 gross tonnage *volume

Fuel Capacity - 30,000 l

Water Capacity - 6000 l

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

Engines - 2 x MAN D2862LE425 V12 1019hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - sixteen knots max, twelve knots cruise, ten knots long range

Range - five thousand nautical miles at ten knots

Construction - aluminium 

Project - Marco Casali exterior and interior, Mario Rogantin NAMES naval architect

Certification - RINA

www.gx-superyachts.com

competition = Benetti B.Neos 40M

Project: Van der Valk 30-metre Project Nexo

Van der Valk Shipyard is proud to announce Project NEXO, a new 30-metre concept. For decades, the shipyard has delivered fully custom yachts, each one shaped in close dialogue with its owner. That philosophy remains at the core of everything we do. With Project NEXO, Van der Valk has chosen to set its own brief, in cooperation with Dutch design studio Phathom: a self-initiated concept that puts forward a clear vision of what a modern yacht at this length can be. More than a design study, Project NEXO reflects a distinct perspective on how space, comfort and life on board come together.

www.vandervalkshipyard.com