January 31, 2012

Monthly News - January 2012

-pic of the month - Azimut on the Mountains

Azimut Crowned Winner UIM Enviromental Awards


The success of the Azimut Yachts Magellano Collection continues: Azimut Magellano 50 is being crowned winner of the prestigious “2011 UIM Environmental Awards” for its technology and boat owner services and its high level of environmental friendliness by the “Union Internationale Motonautique”. The award's distinguished jury has recognized Magellano 50’s innovation and its extensive technology employed to benefit the environment and the boat owner. The UIM has been paying special attention to the environment over the years by promoting issues, activities, and competitions, all with an increasingly attentive eye to respecting the environment. UIM President, Dr. Raffaele Chiulli will hand over the honors at the official awards ceremony gala scheduled for the 11th of February in Monte Carlo, Principality of Monaco, at the magnificent Salle des Etoiles.

Azimut on the Mountains of Courchevel

The luxury of yachting at two Thousand metres. Azimut Yachts, together with Philippe Blattes Yachting and Ultramarine, Azimut Yachts Dealers for France and Russia, respectively, exhibited from 17 December to 8 January a magnificent yacht, the Azimut 40 Fly, in the arrival area of France’s acclaimed Courchevel 1850 ski resort. The luxury of Azimut in an unusual setting, at nearly 2,000 meters above sea level. January 17 to 18 in Courchevel will host the World Cup women's ski, after the similar event in 2008. The Azimut 40 is the boat that really opens this Azimut flybridge collection which is modelled after traditional flybridge motor-yachts: it is a great cruiser, with comfort levels that reflect years of refinement. This line has been the focus of the Avigliana boatyard since the very beginning, forming the basis for its considerable experience.

Azimut Nominated for Four Motorboats of the Year Awards

Four Azimut yachts has been nominated for the Motor Boat of the Year Awards 2012: Azimut 45 and Magellano 50 in the category "Flybridge Up to 55 ft.", Azimut 64 in the category "Flybridge Over 55 ft." and Azimut 88 in the "Custom Yacht's category".


Cigarette on Science Channel

Last year, the UK-based WAG TV crew visited Cigarette Racing Team to capture the essence of powerboat building for The Discovery Channel's popular show, "How They Do it." The production team surveyed the company's state of the art factory in Opa-Locka, Florida, examining the minute details involved in building the world's most iconic powerboat. The cameramen then took off for Biscayne Bay for a jaunt across Miami's waters with Cigarette's Miami dealer Phil Lipschutz of Lip-Ship Performance. The WAG TV-produced show will make its US debut on the Science Channel on Thursday, January 5th at 10pm (EST), with the first repeats on Friday, January 6th at 1am, Saturday, January 7th at 5am, Thursday, January 12th at 10.30pm, Friday, January 13th at 1.30am and Saturday, January 14th at 5.30am. The schedule provides for night owls as well as early AM risers, but the shows can also be seen online at The Science Channel online show archive after the first air date.


Estensi Looking Abroad

The Cantieri Estensi has built over 500 boats in sixteen years. Since 1995, the year of fundation, the shipyard has sold all his boats in Italy. Now the company is looking abroad in order to expand the business in the international market. The new website launched in the fall of 2011 is the fastest way to get in touch with the company and its products. The website contains many information about the philosophy, the projects, the processes of construction and the quality of the models. In the menus you can find the history, the value, the reasons of the success of a brand that does not know any crisis, as confirmed by the 2011 budget, stable on the value of the previous year with a reasonable profit. The fleet comprises 15 models in 3 ranges: Maine, Goldstar, Bluetime. In the pages of each model there are not only the photo gallery, the description, the technical information, but also the video of the navigation test. The pages "Used boats" and "Services" are dedicated to those are looking for a second hand boat and want to know the special offers of the shipyard as advantageous purchase formulas, maintenance and refitting programs, as well as proposals for extended warranty.


Fairline New CEO

Fairline Boats has announced the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer, Alistair Schofield, an MBA and graduate in Chemical Engineering. He will take the position from February 1st 2012. With a background in a variety of business development, technical and operational roles in the industrial and marine sectors, Alistair has worked for Doncaster Group Ltd, a large private equity backed industrial company, for the past 10 years. As Managing Director of its Turbocharger Components and Turbine Airfoil divisions he delivered substantial business improvement in both. The Fairline Board has also been strengthened by the appointment of Kevin Gaskell as a Non-Executive Director. As Managing Director of Porsche UK and BMW UK he gained significant experience in developing premium brands and is currently Chairman of Courland Automotive International and Achilles Ltd. With Fairline being one of the strongest brands in the marine industry Kevin will help to accelerate growth in its key markets.

Fairline Management Re-Organization

British luxury motor yacht manufacturer Fairline Boats today announces a Management Team re-organisation that will take place on 1st March 2012. Oliver Winbolt takes on the role of Head of Marketing following the departure of Miles Moorhouse on 28th February 2012. Oliver joined Fairline in 2005 as Chief Engineer and over the last six years has gained extensive knowledge of the product range, Fairline dealerships and the company’s global show and media activities. He speaks French, German and Italian.


Ferretti Group Taken Oven by China's Shandong Heavy Industry Group

Shandong Heavy Industry Group - Weichai Group announced that it has reached agreements with the major creditors of the world's largest luxury yacht maker, the Italian company Ferretti Group, to acquire a controlling interest in Ferretti by participating in Ferretti’s debt restructuring. Through a total investment of 374 million euros, including equity investment of 178 million euros and provision of debt financing of 196 million euros, SHIG-Weichai Group will acquire a 75% interest in the yacht maker after the completion of the debt restructuring procedures. Existing creditors will acquire the remaining 25% interest in Ferretti through a 25 million euros equity injection and debt to equity swap. Through the acquisition, Ferretti’s capital structure will be fully restructured with equity capital increase by 100 million euros and total debts reduce to a reasonable level at around 120 million euros. The business will enjoy a strong capital base which will help drive its long-term development plans.


Grand Banks Store Clearance Event

Grand Banks is extending and increasing special discount pricing on many items at it's ShipStore thanks to the popularity of last month's Holiday Sales Event. Here one will also find new dedicated Grand Banks items like wool Pendelton blanket and the durable stainless on-board grill set.


Hunts Expands US Sales Team

Hunt has appointed Barry Bailey as the latest addition to its International Sales Team. Based out of Queensland, Australia, Bailey will be the company’s Asia-Pacific regional representative, concentrating on new and brokerage sales across the company’s model lines – day cruisers, coastal cruisers, center consoles, inflatables, large express sedans and flybridge cruisers. Hunt currently has two regional offices - Portsmouth, RI and Annapolis, MD; 6 domestic agents and 3 overseas agents.


Kadey-Krogen Open House

Kadey-Krogen Yachts will host their annualspring Open House on March 3, 2012 at their headquarters in Stuart, Florida, offices locatedat 610 NW Dixie Highway. The Open House is for those who are looking to start their search for a cruising powerboat as well as cruisers who are interested in becoming more familiar with Kadey-Krogen’s range of Pure Full Displacement trawler yachts. The Open House follows the first boat shows of 2012 and is an ideal opportunity for interested customers to spend more time on board without the crowds of a boat show. At the Open House, Kadey-Krogen expects to feature a range of their models including the newest model, the Krogen 52’. Kadey-Krogen builds trawler yachts from 39’to 58’ and also operates a full service brokerage. Attendees are invited to spend time aboard each boat comparing features, exploring the engine room, and ask questions of the sales representatives. The Kadey-Krogen Open House will run from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. on Saturday. The event is free and open to the public and the media. Anyone interested in joining the cruising-under-power lifestyle will appreciate the chance to go aboard Kadey-Krogen yachts with the knowledgeable sales representatives from Kadey-Krogen.


Prestige Wins Motorboat of the Year Award

The annual Motor Boat of the Year Awards took place at The Savoy on Monday 9th January 2012, and lived up to its reputation as being one of the highlights of London Boat Show. Prestige is excited to announce that the Prestige 350, 500 and 500s were all nominated for awards during the evening. Even more exciting was that the Prestige 500 won the award for best Flybridge up to 55ft! This was the latest award for the outstanding Prestige 500 which also recently won the award for “Best Motor Yacht under 24m” at the prestigious Nautical Design Awards in Milan.


Princess Receives Special Accolade

Chairman and founder of Princess Yachts International, David King, received the judges special award at this years “Motor Boat of the Year” dinner which was held at the prestigious Savoy Hotel in London. The award was presented by Carl Richardson, Editor of Motor Boats Monthly, and Hugo Andreae, Editor of Motor Boats and Yachting, and was said to be in recognition of the incredible innovation, passion and dedication David has provided the British Marine Industry over the past 46 years. Princess has produced an incredible number of craft since they began building boats in 1965 and is responsible for some of the market’s most ground breaking and iconic models during this time. On receiving the award a typically humble Mr King praised the people at Princess for the success. This was not the only award Princess collected on the evening as the already highly acclaimed V52 picked up the coveted title of ‘Motor Boat of the Year’ for the Sports Cruisers category too, making it another very successful evening for the Company.


Riva Winner of Performance and Superboats Awards

Riva, a brand of the Ferretti Group, took part in the London Boat Show - held from the 6th to the 15th January 2012 – with Iseo, the new Icon of Made in Italy production, which was introduced to the English public for the first time ever during the Show. Following from the world premiere in September at the Festival International de la Plaisance in Cannes, Riva’s latest model has already been displayed at the most exclusive and important trade fairs across Europe. During the Boat Show, in the evening of Monday 9th January, the Motor Boat of the Year Award 2012 was held at London’s Savoy Hotel. During the ceremony, organised by the publisher IPC Media, Riva Iseo was awarded the prestigious Motor Boat of the Year 2012 in the category “Performance & Superboats”. The award was collected by Viola Ravano, Riva’s Sales Manager, and Mike Newton Woof, General Manager of Ventura UK, Riva’s exclusive dealer representing Riva in the UK. Iseo is destined to become a must-have for those who love cruising on both lakes and sea and for design enthusiasts. She is also perfect for anyone wishing to enhance their yacht with an exclusive tender that will never go unnoticed. Result of the working relationship between Officina Italiana Design, the exclusive designer of the entire Riva range, AYT – Advanced Yacht Technology – the Ferretti Group’s naval research and design centre, and the team of architects and designers at Centro Stile Ferrettigroup, the new runabout has been devised so owners can ‘live’ her wherever they wish: for this reason the standard version of Iseo has her own custom-made car-trailer, allowing easy transportation wherever the owner wishes to go. Iseo also effectively responds to the increasing demand for onboard infotainment: she is indeed the first boat in her class to be equipped with an entertainment system and GPS charting based on the Apple iPAD platform.


Riviera's Premiere at Miami

Riviera’s stunning new 53 Enclosed Flybridge will be on show for the first time at the Miami Yacht and Brokerage Show held from February 16 to 20. The 53 will be among several of the newest and most popular designs from Australia’s largest and most awarded luxury boat builder which are tipped to impress boating enthusiasts at the show. Riviera will exhibit four of its latest models at the Collins Avenue display including the new 43 Open Flybridge with IPS, new 53 Enclosed Flybridge with IPS or ZF 4000 pod drives, 5000 Sport Yacht with Zeus and the 5800 Sport Yacht with IPS or Zeus. As one of the world’s largest and most prestigious boating events, the Miami Yacht and Brokerage Show spans 1.2 million square feet in the heart of Miami Beach. Director of Riviera Yachts Chris McCafferty said the Miami Yacht and Brokerage show was regarded as one of the world’s leading boat shows.


Sea Ray Wins Best Boat Display

Sea Ray Boats, the world’s largest manufacturer of superior quality pleasure boats, is pleased to announce that it has won the Best Boat Display award at the 2012 Progressive Insurance New York Boat Show last weekend. The display was chosen from 60 boat exhibits and was judged based on use of space, appeal of display, promoting the boating lifestyle and enhancing the customer experience. This was the debut of the all-new display, which was created over a nine-month period by InterGlobal Exhibits of Denver with input from Sea Ray and its largest dealer, MarineMax Inc. The expandable exhibit measured over 12,000 square feet as configured in New York, and included in excess of 40 Sony® monitors that played videos and allowed visitors to use the custom Sea Ray app to see product images, specifications and more. A boardwalk from the show floor brought visitors up and into the display, placing them at the foot of an 8-foot compass rose featuring a backlit Sea Ray logo. Sea Ray’s new boat show display will make its next appearance at the 2012 Miami International Boat Show from February 16 to 20.


Sunseeker Charity Focus

Sunseeker International, manufacturer of the world's finest luxury motoryachts, hosted an evening of star studded entertainment in aid of three charities that are close to the heart of the Sunseeker family; Starlight, Sign it and The Autumn Trust on the late night. Starlight, one of the charities that was supported on the evening is a children's charity that has a massive impact on the lives of seriously and terminally ill children and their families. The evenings entertainment supported these worth while charities that work hard to bring happiness and opportunities to children and young adults each year.  Sunseeker were delighted to host the late night event that drew in a buzzy evening crowd and would like to thank the talented singers Libby Holden, Bianca Nichols, Iolla Grace, Austin Drage and the band Mode for putting on such a great performance.

Sunseeker Wins Motorboat of the Year 2012

Sunseeker International was delighted to pick up an award at the 2012 annual Motor Boat of the Year Awards, held in the prestigious Savoy Hotel. The Sunseeker Manhattan 63 took the award for 'Best Boat' in the Flybridge above 55ft category. The judges' panel, consisting of experts from both Motor Boat & Yachting and Motor Boats Monthly magazines, chose nine boats to receive one of the coveted trophies. The Manhattan 63 is a perfect example of a boat that packs innovation, luxury and performance into an exceptionally graceful frame. The hull form has been designed to take a more traditional shaft option but also includes the option of IPS drives - the latter produces fantastic results in performance, handling and economy. Interior options offer upper deck or lower deck galley, three or four staterooms with a midships full-beam master and very large hull-side windows. The saloon and entertainment space is fantastic and panoramic superstructure windows ensure a feeling of openness, a prefect boat for family and friends to enjoy. The awards were presented by Carl Richardson and Hugo Andreae.


Vicem New US Director of Sales

Vicem Yachts, the premier Turkish builders of luxury classic motor yachts and mega yachts, is bolstering its executive US team by naming a high-calibre professional key figure from the US yachting industry: Dave Mallach will now serve as the new Vicem Yachts USA Director of Sales. Dave Mallach replaces Dirk Boehmer. Vicem Yachts and its whole team takes this opportunity to sincerely thank Dirk once again for his strategic support, great competency and complete passion in every aspect of his time with Vicem.  Dave Mallach has worked in the marine industry since 1999. He is pleased and proud to have sold over $30 million in Vicem's over the last eight years. Dave's office moves with the seasons. During the North East's colder months he works in New York City. During the warmer months, he works out of Vicem's office in Newport, RI. He is ably assisted in Newport by his daughter Katie Mallach, serving as both Office Manager and Yacht broker in training. In his life before boats, Dave worked as New York City's Director of Drug Treatment Services in the jail system on Riker's Island. In his spare time, Dave and his wife Pat are involved in the building of a school for 500 children in the isolated village of Bodarie, Haiti.


Wider Partnership with Monaco Boat Service

Wider, an Italian yachting company founded by Tilli Antonelli in 2010, is pleased to announce the new sales agreement signed with Monaco Boat Service, a leading company on the nautical market founded in 1959 by Carlo Riva which has always been the reference distributor for the shipyard bearing the same name. The terms of the partnership provide for the distribution of Wider yachts – starting with the 42 footer day cruiser whose automatic patented system makes it possible to double the usable surface of the cockpit in just 12 seconds – being entrusted exclusively to Monaco Boat Service for France and Monte Carlo, which will promote the product and, more generally, the shipyard’s image throughout the reference territory. Moreover, Monaco Boat Service will represent Wider at boat shows and events held in France and Monte Carlo, most importantly the Formula 1 Gran Prix de Monaco and the Monaco Yacht Show, ensuring extensive brand visibility. The new dealership agreement is further consolidation of Wider’s sales network, which will now be able to count on a partner that is known internationally as Monaco Boat Service and already sells top of the range pleasure boating yachts. Based in the Principality of Monaco, it has partners with offices in the exclusive Port Pierre Canto in Cannes and in the port of Saint Tropez too.


Windy Motorboat of the Year 2012

Norwegian boat builder, Windy Boats, is celebrating the best possible start to 2012, as the winner of a prestigious ‘Motor Boat of the Year Award’ for the Windy 31 Zonda. The annual awards, chosen by a team of experts from Motor Boat & Yachting and its sister title, Motor Boats Monthly, celebrate the very best in boat design and construction. Presenting the award to Windy Boats CEO, Knut Heiberg-Andersen at the gala dinner on 9 January in London’s Savoy Hotel was judge and Motor Boats Monthly Editor Carl Richardson. The Zonda was also nominated for the 2012 ‘European Powerboat of the Year Awards’, to be announced at the 2012 Dusseldorf Boat International Boat Show

Project: Chris-Craft 36 Corsair

Chris Craft revise what it is at the moment there largest model the 36 Corsair, although a bigger 45 feet flagship was announced a few years back by the known long standing US boat builder.  The new 36 Corsair will be offered in two versions; the Open Edition as pictured above, and European Edition.  These versions are different for the layout of the aft deck, the Open offering two L-shaped settees with central entrance patio door, and the European a walk over sunpad.  The Open being obviously the most practical and the European more sexy. But the European version does also feature a C-shaped settee front of the sunpad, to make lounging easy.  Inside the 36 Corsair will also offer some layout choice plans in the four berth area, and in the V-shaped convertible dinette also offered in a fixed double berth replacement option.  A second separate good spaced twin berth cabin is located to midships.  The 36 Corsair also features a spacious shower head located to starboard opposite the galley. Engines have not yet been announced for the new 36 Corsair but expect these to be similar as the previous version, and I hope they do feature more diesel engine options instead of the only twin Volvo D6 choice.

January 30, 2012

New Model: Intermarine 65

Intermarine 65 continues the new era of this 1973 founded Brazilian company bringing one more new generation model launched since the rebranding and internationalization of the brand started in 2010. Intermarine 65 was presented at the fall 2011 Sao Paolo boat show, along with another World first for the Brazilian company the 53 model. This new Intermarine is the third large in size yacht from the growing in World fame Brazil boat builder, twenty feet smaller to the upcoming flagship.  Designed by Luiz de Basto who with the 65 is on his fourth Intermarine, the others being the larger 75 and 85 models, and the entry size 42. The Miami based architect presented again a modern looking European flybridge motor yacht inspiring speed and harmony even when still.  Inside the offer from Intermarine and de Basto is for a hard to find under seventy feet no bunks four double cabins layout, with an owners stateroom located in the most desired silent and less rolling full beam midships area.  A crew cabin sleeping two with a seperate shower head and again no bunks is located to aft.  The inside living located on the main deck is divided in a traditional split level layout offering a relaxing saloon on entrance, and a galley, dining and helm to fore in the raised two step forward part.  On top the flybridge of the Intermarine 65 is of a very big size with two sunbeds, fore and aft, C-shaped dinette, exterior galley, and helm station. The Intermarine 65 also continues a theme much to heart to the Brazilian company but also appreciated by many boaters, that of having a larger to the usual aft deck and bathing platform.  Power for the Intermarine 65 is twin MAN 1200hp engines which give 34 knots max speeds, and 30 of cruise.
Technical Data:
LOA - 21.1 m (69.2ft)
Hull Length - 20.65 m
Beam - 5.20 m
Draft - 1.60 m
Displacement - 38 t loaded, 32 t unloaded
Fuel Capacity - 3740 l
Water Capacity - 1000 l
Accommodation - 8 guest berths in 4 cabins, 2 crew berths in 1 cabin
Max Persons - 23
Engines - 2 x MAN 1200hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - 34 knots max, 30 cruise
Hull Type - modified Vee with 15.5 degrees deadrise aft
Project - Luiz de Basto
Certification - ISO 8666

January 28, 2012

New Model: Horizon EP148

Horizon Group launched their brand-new EP148 expedition superyacht into the Marina Testing field on Thursday, January 12th 2012. Under a surveyor watch, EP148 will complete a series of tests and classification sea trials that include a six day continuous cruise through the rough seas around Taiwan. The EP148 is the largest private yacht built to date in by Horizon and in all Asia.  She is also the first steel yacht built by Horizon and to full BV Ice Classification. She is the product of more than two years of extensive collaboration between MTD in Russia, who handled the hull form and structural design; interior consultant Birgit Schannse of Germany; U.S. designer J.C. Espinosa, and the Horizon R&D team. The EP148 features a  wide eight meters plus of beam, allowing for five comfortable staterooms, ten crew berths, a transom garage and forward bow davit for water toys. With a fully-displayed hull, the EP148 can cruise at a range of over 4,200 nautical miles at nine knots. 
Technical Data:
LOA - 45 m (147.9ft)
Waterline Length - 40.59 m
Beam - 8.83 m
Draft - 2.80 m
Displacement - 468 t
Fuel Capacity - 63150 l
Water Capacity - 11520 l
Accommodation - 10 guest in 5 cabins, 10 crew
Engines - 2 x MTU 12V4000 M60 1760hp
Speed - 9 knots cruse
Range - 4200 nm at Cruise
Construction - steel hull
Project - MTD Russia hull,  J.C Epinosa lines, Birgit Schannse interior
Certification - BV Ice 

January 27, 2012

Project: Broom 525

A flagship project from Broom which continues the revolution started since a year from this British company with the new ownership coming in.  The new Broom 525 takes place of the much appreciated 52 and presents fresh features which evolve in design terms the aft cabin cruiser.  There are many characteristics which makes the 525 stand out from its predecessor but the press on the site suggests a good rethink of the aft area is the main theme of Broom's new flagship.  Here Broom made a new two way entrance, an extended bathing platform, and a redesign of the cockpit.  The three double cabin interior is also a revolution, and having one spacious owners room which is located to aft.  This being the most comfortable place on boat underway and at rest on anchor. Broom also says that the third cabin of the 525, can also be specified as one desires away from the standard two in line berths form.  So far power and propulsion details are not announced by a do accept the usual traditional reliable shafts with two moderate power diesel engines.    

January 26, 2012

New Model: Ribbon 45 SC

Ribbon Yachts is a new Dutch builder founded in 2010 and a collaboration with Vripack has resulted in its first model the 45 SC. A planing high speed cruiser designed for every day use, with accommodation for two persons in a lower cabin area.  But a spacious main deck makes sure the 45 SC is fun to use for every day round abouts by the coast.  With the 45 SC, Ribbon and Vripack follow that bit of Wally Power looks, meaning the 45 SC  is modern as you can get with an innovative upper structure, aand a center console with hard top.  Power is twin Cummins 600hp with jet propulsion and a top speed of 45 knots. 
Technical Data:
LOA - 13.79 m (45.2ft)
Beam - 3.92 m
Draft - 0.73 m
Fuel Capacity - 1600 l
Water Capacity - 320 l
Accommodation - 2 berths
Engines - 2 x Cummins QSC 600hp
Propulsion - Rolls-Royce Kamewa
Speed - 43 knots max
Construction - Injection Composite
Project - Vripack
Certication - Lloyds CE B

January 25, 2012

Project: Ranger Tugs R-31

Fluid Motion the designers and builders of the popular line of Ranger Tugs introduce the newest project model in the fleet, the new R-31. The new R-31 will debut this month at the Seattle Boat Show being held at the last week of January, with hull number 2 to make the East Coast more international presentation at the Miami International Boat Show in February.  Over one year of design making, the Ranger Tugs R-31 shares many features and qualities to her smaller sisters but notable additions to this new larger flagship model as the size suggest will make her ideal for extended cruising while still being a trailerable trawler. The R-31 is the first Ranger Tug to feature a flybridge equipped with electronic controls at both the upper and lower helm. The flybridge also retracts to allow for trailering the 31'. The builders at Ranger Tugs also equipped the foredeck with seating and a table that can be raised or lowered depending on whether the boat is under way or at anchor or dock for entertaining. In addition to the extra seating now available on the flybridge and foredeck the 31 allows for a larger cockpit area with wraparound seating and extra seating that folds out of the gunwale. When not entertaining, seats are folded leaving the cockpit unencumbered. The interior layout of the R-31 features two staterooms; one large island berth forward with en suite head and a midships berth and day head. Those who are familiar with Ranger Tugs models will recognize the galley layout and lower helm station that maximize interior space. A starboard side door provides easy access from the lower helm to the side decks so crew can get to the bow for line handling.  Like all Ranger Tugs, the new R31 comes essentially turnkey with standard features and equipment intended to make her owner's experience hassle-free and allow for ease of handling and comfort under way. Standard equipment includes bow and stern thrusters, an optional aft steering station and a Volvo 300hp engine that achieves a 16 knot cruise speed. 

January 24, 2012

New Model: Cheoy Lee 76 Alpha

Cheoy Lee 76 Alpha was one of the most admired new boats of the October 2011 Fort Lauderdale boat show, with many enthusiasts asking what it is.  Made by North American company but China build Cheoy Lee, the 76 Alpha is a nice work coming from respected hull designer Michael Peters outside and hull, and Luiz de Basto taking care for the interior.  The 76 Alpha is also build in latest technology resin infusion system by SP High Modulus.  Luiz de Basto presented a three double cabins lower deck layout, with an owners full beam stateroom, VIP to fore, and bunk twin guest cabin .  Living relaxing saloon is on the main deck behind the three seat aircraft style central helm station, with a galley, and dining table located below. A single berth crew cabin is located to midships between the engine room, and owners room.  Power is from a standard MAN 1550hp, or optional 1900hp Cats.
Technical Data:
LOA - 23.35 m (76.6ft)
Hull Length - 21.5 m
Waterline Length - 18.13 m
Beam - 6.04 m
Draft - 1.65 m
Displacement - 48600 kg
Fuel Capacity - 4000 l
Water Capacity - 1000 l
Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins, 1 crew cabin berth
Engines - 2 x MAN V12 1550hp, Cats C32 Acert 1900hp
Speed - 40 knots max
Propulsion - line shafts with ZF gearboxes
Construction - Monocoque construction. Resin Infused by SP High Modulus
Project - Micheal Peter Yacht Design, Luiz De Basto interior
Certification - ISO 12215 Category A

January 23, 2012

Project: Bavaria 39 Sport HT

Bavaria celebrates a world premiere with the 39 Sport HT at the 2012 Dusseldorf International Boat Show.  An evolution of the current 38, the new 39 Sport HT strikes for its redesigned, cockpit, different stern, and new hull side windows serving the cabins and lounging area below.  The cockpit features now more egonomic sport pilot seat and additional storage space. Large hull windows and a new stern construction also afford the 39 Sport HT a more dynamic appearance on water. In addition, an optional exclusive hull colour scheme and sporty design stripes are also available upon request. In the cockpit, folding bench seats provide extra additional storage. Below deck, high quality furnishings, equipment and veneers demonstrate the 39's exclusive design in the saloon, galley, and two double cabins. This is the Bavaria shipyard’s first ever yacht to be available with a full teak finish from bow to stern. The spacious salon is furnished in fine carpet. The standard version also comes with a full lighting package for the perfect ambiance both above and below deck and a high-quality Fusion sound system with performance speaker settings.  Power is a choice of four diesel engines from 260 to 370hp from Volvo, and a Mercruiser gas 320hp petrol choice.  Propulsion is stern drive with efficient dual props set up. 

January 22, 2012

New Model: Sanlorenzo SL94

A new Sanlorenzo is always headline news for the motor yacht enthusiasts, and while the company has been going into more modern looks, the classic unmistakable lines of this Italian builder remain.  The SL94 is a totally new model which for Sanlorenzo fills the gap between the long produced and much appreciated 88, and the last year presented 104.  The SL94 is designed by long standing Sanlorenzo designer Paszkowski who presents a two deck and half super yacht. The half deck being the raised pilot house.  Down below is four double cabins in traditional layout, meaning owners room to midships, VIP to fore and two double guest cabins in between.  Although as any Sanlorenzo do accept the layout to be custom not only in fittings but also in format.  This is the most standard accepted format by the usual buyer.  Crew space is located to fore with two cabins sleeping four on bunks.  Here Sanlorenzo keeps its name of having small cabin space for size, that is of 28 meters.  Power is from two units from standard Cats 1896hp, and optional MTU 2184hp units.  Top speeds are 27 knots with the standard Cats, and 29 with the optional MTU.  
Technical Data:
LOA - 28.6 m (93.8ft)
Waterline Length - 23.9 m
Beam - 6.75 m
Displacement - 104 t full load, 97 t half load
Fuel Capacity - 10400 l
Water Capacity - 2000 l
Accommodation - 8 guests in 4 cabins, 4 crew berths
Engines - 2 x Cats C32 Acert 1896hp, MTU 16V 2000 M92 2184hp
Propulsion - line shaft Vee drive with Rolla propellers
Speed - 29 knots max 26 cruise with MTU 2184hp
Hull Type - planning Vee with 16 degrees dead rise aft
Project - Francesco Paszowski

January 20, 2012

New Model: Innovazioni Progetti 40 Mira SC

Located in the North Adriatic sea Innovazioni Progetti has made the last year one of an update to its range, presenting various new models in all the sizes it offers from 34 to 72 feet.  The 40 Mira SC just as the bigger 44, is the reinterpretation of the 40 Mira produced since 2000 and having a good success in its ten years production run.  Inhouse designer Michele Carnvale with the new 40 Mira SC evolves it into a hard top sport cruiser but revised hull lines for those familiar with the old model can be noticed.  These now looking more aggressive and modern. The 40 Mira SC as the old 40 continues the heritage for a comfortable sport cruiser, with a hard to find three double cabins layout below which is not easy to find in this size.  Still with this layout Innovazioni Progetti take nothing from the comfort in the saloon and galley located in between the owners room to fore, and the two guest cabins to midships.  The cockpit and aft deck are also completely new as is the stern layout now more in line with the times.  But Innovazioni Progetti where among the first to feature flash deck in there boats of various sizes, and this pays more today when this seems to be becoming more of a demand today.  Power is from twin Volvo 330 or optional 370hp with economic to run stern drives propulsion. 
Technical Data:
LOA - 12.39 m (40.6ft)
Beam - 3.70 m
Displacement - 10,300 kg
Fuel Capacity - 2 x 550 l
Water Capacity - 285 l
Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins
Max Persons - 12
Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 330hp, D6 370hp
Propulsion - dual prop stern drives
Project - Michele Carnevale
Certification - CE B

January 19, 2012

Project: Octagon i54 PC

Octagon is a German shipyard which just appeared in the scene with a modern looking power catamaran project, the i54PC.  This Octagon catamaran combines design and functionality in a special way: with the shipyard and designers setting themselves apart for months with the project before starting the construction.  May be this is shown for the more futuristic lines, and design of the i54 PC. The salon, with its circular seating arrangement and the functional galley configure the main deck while below we have space for four cabins with separate shower heads.  Seems amazing for sixteen meter even for a catamaran.  Octagon say other versions are available for the layout, with larger owner's cabin choices dedicating a full hull as well.  A highlight in the i54 PC is also the opening hardtop, this leaving the flybridge dry, even when the large roof is securely closed.  Standard engines will be twin 370hp suggesting a moderate medium speed under 20 knots.  Still no performance data as yet so this is just speculation from my part.

January 18, 2012

New Model: Delphia 1350 Escape

Delphia is a Polish builder more renowned for its sailing fleet who in recent time has attacked the motor boat market with a slow economic to run displacement speed producet.  The 1350 Escape is the second power model from Delphia which follows the 1050.  Delphia say the 1350 Escape will offer easy maneuverability thanks to twin rudders and a two bow thrusters combination. The 1350 Escape offers accommodation for six in three cabins plus two extra guests in the convertible saloon.  But alternative versions also exist with two or three bathrooms with shower.  Engine is a single unit power of economic running from 55 up to 110hp, but options also exist for fuel and water tank capacity. 
Technical Data:
LOA - 13.5 m (44.9ft)
Beam - 3.86 m
Draft - 0.88 m
Displacement - 9500 kg
Fuel Capacity - 73 up to 110 l
Water Capacity - 220 up to 440 l
Accommodation - 6 persons
Max Persons - 8
Engine - 1 x 55hp up to 110hp
Project - Andrzej Skrzat
Certification - CE B

January 17, 2012

New Model: Frauscher 1017 GT

The Frauscher 1017 GT represents a consistent advancement of this Austrian so called motor yacht fleet. A special kind of a top-class gentlemen racer with an exclusive interior and more space as never before. With the typical Frauscher brand characteristics: exceptional design, outstanding quality and impressive driving characteristics. Fraucher also promises a good stable rough sea ride characteristics.  Engine power is up to twin 430hp in petrol or 300hp diesel format.    
Technical Data:
LOA - 10.17 m (33.3ft)
Hull Length - 9.99 m
Beam - 2.99 m
Displacement - 3900 kg
Max Persons - 8
Accommodation - 2 + 2 berths
Engines - 2 x 300hp, 2 x 430hp gas petrol only
Speed - 60 knots max with twin 430hp

Project: Palm Beach PB55 Flybridge

Just as it did with all its models Palm Beach presents a Flybridge version to its latest 2011 new model the PB55.  With this model Palm Beach adds an extra entertainment area up top, along a second helm station.  So far Palm Beach is not showing layouts for the flybridge on the site although customer choice may be available also here. The PB55 is indeed available with five different layouts for main deck, and three for the cabin area this being two or three cabin versions.  Power should mirror that of the express of twin Volvo 700hp engines with IPS900 dual propeller forward looking pods.

January 16, 2012

New Model: Cranchi M44 ST

Cranchi showed good spirit in the fall of last year presenting four new models in all sizes aiming to upgrade its range to clients new demands.  The M40 ST has been one of the most awaited new models from Cranchi for its size, and comfort.  The M40 ST fills an important hole in Cranchi's sport cruiser range left empty since the demise of the 41 Mediterranee stopped in production in 2002.  The M40 ST impresses for its comfort which is also helped by an overall length which measures 44 feet.  But spaces in the M which stands in fact for Mediterranee and ST for Soft Top abound everywhere; outside and inside.  The interior is spacious in this size and style of sport cruiser offering sleeping for five in two cabins, with an owners room to fore plus two extra berths in the convertible C-shaped saloon.  Cranchi did not follow trends of offering a midships owner room but took the route to offer a three berth cabin here.  Below is also space for a spacious L-shaped galley, plus two heads one of which en-suite for the owner. Standard power is from twin Volvo 330hp with stern dual propeller propulsion which gives a 33 knots max speed.
Technical Data:
LOA - 13.7 m (44.9ft)
Hull Length - 12.01 m
Waterline Length - 9.90 m
Beam - 4.06 m
Draft - 0.96 m
Displacement - 9500 kg
Fuel Capacity - 1000 l
Water Capacity - 300 l
Accommodation - 5 + 2 berths
Max Persons - 12
Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 330hp
Propulsion - Volvo dual propeller stern drives
Speed - 33 knots max, 26 knots cruise
Project - Aldo Cranchi hull, Cranchi Research Development Lab 
Certification - CE B

January 15, 2012

Project: Jongert 500 LE

In cooperation with Azure Naval Architects and Guido de Groot, Jongert developed the LE 500, a 50 meters long motor yacht with a gross tonnage of slightly less than 500 GT. The LE 500 is equipped with a hybrid diesel electric propulsion system using Lithium-ion batteries. If desired the yacht can be equipped with fully wheelchair accessibility and/or a lift. One of the many special facilities on board is the telescopic anchor system. This system allows the yacht to be moored quickly and easily in any place up to 15 meters depth. The first two yachts will be built as a special “limited edition”.  Construction is all in aluminium deck and super structure for the 500 LE what is a three decks super yacht.  Top speeds are up to 20 knots.

January 13, 2012

New Model: Back Cove 34

With the 34 Back Cove builds on upgrading the 33 model.  The new Back Cove 34 sits in the middle of its three model line up of traditional looking down East cruisers which from 30 to 37 feet.  Needless to say the hull lines are the same but Back Cove sought to improve in important areas as the cabin now having an island double berth in replacement to the convertible Vee shaped saloon, and new extended aft deck.  With the 34 Back Cove stays as all its past and current models to a single engine with a Cummins 480hp unit and shaft line propulsion.  Although I always think that with this they are loosing market share, but for hull design this makes a better sense.
Technical Data:
LOA - 10.46 m (34.4ft)
Beam - 3.66 m
Draft - 0.94 m
Displacement - 6.35t
Fuel Capacity - 694 l
Water Capacity - 300 l
Accommodation - 2 + 2 berths
Engine - 1 x Cummins QSB5.9 480hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - 29 knots max, 26 knots cruise
Range - 207 nm at 26 knots cruise
Certification - ABYC, NMMA, USCG, CE

January 12, 2012

Improve-it = Absolute 40 STY

It is in sticking to client demands that the market plays at the moment, and Absolute show this with the just launched 40 STY.  At the Genoa boat show Absolute presented a new alternative choice to the stern layout of the 40STY.  Now clients have the choice to equip it with an aft sunpad like the bigger Absolute 43 or 53 STY sisters, in replacement to the standard settee.  The sunpad also transforms to a settee in a matter of seconds, giving an owner the best of both Worlds.  I am sure this alternative option comes after the launch at Cannes of the 40 STY, which showed clients preferring the sunpad as the 43 STY, but still wanted a three feet smaller size sport cruiser.   

January 11, 2012

New Model: Faeton F-300

Faeton since a couple of years part of the Astondoa Group continues to expand its Cruiser Series, inaugurated in 2009 with the 360 Fly and part of the acquisition plan.  The new Faeton  F-300 is a flybridge motor cruiser the third, and entry level model of the Cruiser Range.  As is expected from Faeton and Astondoa the F-300 takes similar looks to the bigger 360 sister all presented in a smaller size. The F-300 interiors presents itself on two levels; above a saloon, galley and a helm station. In the sleeping quarters below decks is two double cabins and an independent shower head. The boat is equipped with dual helm station, a minimalist decoration and a complete series of equipment.  Engine choices are four, single Volvo or Cummins 300 or 350hp, and twins of 220hp.  Propulsion is traditional and reliable shaft drive.
Technical Data:
LOA - 8.65 m (28.3ft)
Hull Length - 7.99 m
Beam - 3.10 m
Displacement - 5500 kg
Fuel Capacity - 400 l
Water Capacity - 150 l
Accommodation - 4 + 2 berths
Max Persons - 8
Engines - 1 x Volvo D4 300hp Cummins QSD 4.2 350hp, 2 x Volvo D3 220hp, Cummins QSD 2.8 220hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Certification - CE B 

January 10, 2012

Project: Broom 35 Coupe

It's always more difficult to categorize boats these days. as some cruiser the enclosed type as the above Broom 35 Coupe project offer the best of two Worlds.  That is sports looks, and a comfort which compares and competes well to that of a flybridge cruiser minus the second helm.  The Broom 35 Coupe see the forward thinking the reborn Broom has embraced in the last year, and should be a hard thinker for those wanting a full year comfortable sport cruiser. Choice is also part of the 35 Coupe with two layout options one with a two cabins plan, and a single owners suite version which makes a nice condo for a couple on the sea.  A very much I like in the layout is also the L-shaped aft galley solution found here by the patio door serving the aft deck. Power options are not yet announced but suspect Broom to go for its roots of shafts propulsion, and a single or twin choice which with the largest horsepower options giving max to the whereabouts of 30 knots.

January 9, 2012

New Model: Bertram 64

Bertram's new 64 replaces the since 2003 produced and fifty plus models delivered 630, replacement of the legend that was the Napier designed 60.  The 64 builds and improves the good qualities of the 630, but most of all it builds more on its sportfish battle wagon features thanks to huge input of Bertram president Alton Hendon.  Think of the aft deck now being the largest in this size being 194 squared feet in area, with plenty of storage for the angler being it hobby or competition.  Improved design features are a smoother shear line, with or without center line windows.  So far there is no mention of a lower helm choice, as Bertram's other recent new models as the 540, 511 and 800.  But an enclosed bridge version will be available later on, adding three tons to the weight.  Power is from three engines choices Cats or MTU starting at 1676 till 2001hp.  Cats 1925hp engines will give a fast 40 knots wide open throttle max. 
Technical Data:
LOA - 20.6 m (67.6ft)
Hull Length - 19.4 m
Beam - 19.4 m
Draft - 1.6 m
Displacement - 41t convertible version, + 3t for Enclosed bridge
Fuel Capacity - 7000 l
Water Capacity - 1363 l
Accommodation - 8 berths in 4 cabins, 6 berths in 3 cabins
Engines - 2 x Cat C32 1676hp, C32 Acert 1825hp, MTU 16v 2000 M91 2001hp
Propulsion - line shafts
Speed - 40 knots max with Cats 1925hp
Project: Giovanni Zuccon lines, Ferretti AYT
Certification - NMEA

Improve-it = Bavaria 38 SportHT

Bavaria presents a limited edition High Line version for the 38 SportHT model, and will be limited to fifteen units only including the standard full open 38 Sport. For the SportHT 38 High Line, Bavaria developed an individual and distinctive design as well as new unique features. The silk-grey exterior and the classic navy cushions have been exclusively combined for this special limited release and bestow an exquisite overall look upon this sport cruiser. High gloss kitchen units and the luxurious carpet in the cabin add to the elegance of the yacht. The high quality audio package with speakers in the cockpit as well as the salon will be standard for the High Line what is usually available at extra cost. Presented in 2010 and designed by BMW Group DesignWorks USA the 38 Sport will feature the usual Bavaria attributes of a competitive package, and five engine choices from Mercruiser and Volvo.

January 8, 2012

New Launch: Benetti 61 meter FB253

New launch in Livorno from Benetti  and its custom megayachts division with hull number FB253, a 61 meters long super yacht titled “Diamonds Are Forever”.  FB253 was launched on Saturday 26th November 2011 at the state-of-the-art Benetti shipyard in Livorno. Benetti 61m FB253 is the boat’s official identification, but for its owner it’s “Diamonds Are Forever”: the official name of the yacht and the personal signature of the established shipowner who has always been a fan of the James Bond saga.  Based on Benetti naval architecture and engineering, the elegant external line of the new 61m FB253 characterise a compact form and dynamic slender lines: a balanced combination of traditional design elements and modern innovative stylistic solutions which have become the shipyard’s distinguishing mark throughout the world.  On board, customisation to meet the needs and desires of the shipowner is total: the particular arrangement of the cabins, the location of the wheelhouse on the flybridge, the interior design and decor, the engine room made entirely of stainless steel and the addition of the top deck above the flybridge, a private panoramic deck twelve metres above the sea which can be reached by the glass lift that serves all the yacht decks.  Total accommodation is for 12 guests in six luxurious cabins.  Crew beds are for fifteen persons.  Power for FB253 is from twin Cats 1476hp giving a top speed of 16 knots, and an economic of 12 which gives a range of over four thousand nautical miles.
Technical Data:
LOA - 61 m (200.1ft)
Beam - 10.59 m
Accommodation - 12 guests in 6 cabins, 15 crew persons
Engines - 2 x Cats 3512C 1476hp
Propulsion - line shafts
Speed - 16 knots max, 15 knots cruise, 12 knots economic cruise
Range - 4800 nm at 12 knots cruise
Project - Evan K Marshall, Benetti Naval Architecture

January 6, 2012

New Model: Horizon E54

Horizon is pleased to announce the launch of hull one of the brand new E54 in Kaohsiung Taiwan. The new entry model E54 is powered by twin Volvo 700hp engines combined to IPS900 drives which with the dedicated hull design for the propulsion units reached a max speed of 33 knots during the official sea trials. The E54 features a three-stateroom, two-head layout for the utmost comfort and usability onboard.  Owners room as the large view windows suggest is midships full beam, and the third cabin is bunk. A split level two steps divided saloon on the main deck is the living area, having dining and galley to fore, and relaxing settee upon entrance. Horizon in the E54 emphasized a lot to utilize technology in order to minimize sound levels and fuel consumption, turning power into efficiency, and making her one of the most eco-friendly flybridge yachts in this. The Horizon E54 will debut officially at the 2012 Düsseldorf Boat show.
Technical data:
LOA - 16.48 m (54.1ft)
Waterline Length - 13.25 m
Beam - 4.8 m
Draft - 1.28 m
Displacement - 21 t
Fuel Capacity - 2000 l
Water Capacity - 500 l
Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins
Engines - 2 x Volvo D11 700hp
Propulsion - Volvo IPS900 forward looking dual propeller pods
Speed - 33 knots max

January 5, 2012

Improve-it = Cruisers 380

Cruisers Yachts presents interior upgrades to the 380 model which focus on the navigational center, stylish fabrics and more natural light to enhance the on-board experience. Making its debut at the 2011 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, the new interior boasts a yacht feel in a mid-size sport cruiser model. These improvements start at the helm, the completely redesigned navigational centers combine the latest technology with rich mocha-colored wood grain inlays. Interior fabrics, all produced at the company’s headquarters in Wisconsin, are available in three varieties: Oceania, featuring earthy and translucent tones; Azure, a twist on the traditional blue and white nautical theme; and Black Diamond, the more European feel with stark black and white colors. Boaters will also enjoy more square finishes and prominently silver-colored fixtures.

January 4, 2012

New Model: Palm Beach PB55 Express

Palm Beach Yachts from down under Australia continues to expand its line of traditional looking lobster cruisers and yachts.  The PB55 Express was presented to the public in Summer 2011, and builds on the looks of its bigger and smaller sisters.  The PB55 sits in between the 65 flagship and the 50, and has also won the title as Best Powerboat in Australia, this prize being a second for Palm Beach winning it in two successive years.  Versatility is also part of this project and the PB55 Express is offered in five different main deck layouts, and three lower cabin area plans.  The owners room is always to fore, but one has a choice for two or three cabins, and galley up or down.  Power is from twin Volvo 700hp and as all the range propulsion is trusted to IPS pods. 
Technical Data:
LOA - 18.54 m (60ft)
Hull Length - 17.67 m
Beam - 5.24 m
Draft - 1.06 m
Displacement - 18000 kg dry
Fuel Capacity - 3000 l
Water Capacity - 1300 l
Accommodation -
Engines - 2 x Volvo D9 700hp
Propulsion - Volvo IPS forward looking dual propeller pods
Construction - E-glass with Vinilester and Epoxy resins, Corecell core
Project - Mark Richards

January 3, 2012

Project: Chris-Craft 32 Launch

Chris-Craft will introduce the newest member the Launch family at the Miami International Boat Show, coming February 2012.  The 32 Launch is the newest largerst member of this Chris-Craft family which features four other models from twenty to 28 feet. The Launch 32 offers an ample aft sunbed, sleep-in cabin for two, and convenient head.  Sleek proportions and practical configuration make the 32 Launch well-suited to long excursions but still remains practical for champagne cruises.  Power choices are not yet advised.

January 2, 2012

New Model: Hinckley T44 Mk.II Motoryacht

The Hinckley T44 Mk.II Motoryacht is the less new version of this model, which as we have shown on PowerYacht a few weeks ago has been added with a flybridge.  This representing more the real novelty of the 44 Talaria.  The T44 Mk.II Motoryacht though builds on the modifications occurring over the first now called mark one version as bigger engines, more open saloon features, and bonded windows.  Below is a single cabin layout, with an extra two berths for two possible in the C-shaped saloon.  Power is from twin Cummins 550hp, which give a 34 knots max speed, and superb low draft handling thanks to the Hamilton jet drives.   
Technical Data:
LOA - 13.41 m (44ft)
Waterline Length - 12.49 m
Beam - 4.11 m
Draft - 0.71 m
Displacement - 14061 kg
Fuel Capacity - 1892 l
Water Capacity - 378 l
Accommodation - 2 + 2 berths
Engines - 2 x Cummins QSC 8.3m 550hp
Propulsion - Hamilton 322 Jet Drives
Speed - 34 knots max, 28 knots cruise
Hull Type - modified Vee with sixteen degrees deadrise aft
Construction - Scrimp DualGuard, Kevlar and Carbon E-Glass composite hull with Vinylester resin. E-glass deck

January 1, 2012

Best of 2011

It's gonna be worse before it gets better, or so the saying goes.  Things have been going downwards in the World economy since that fall of 2008, and the start of 2012 sees European governments seeing where they can find the funds to keep on running the state machine.  In Italy, what is the biggest yachting industry and market in Europe, and the largest World wide for yachts over 24 meters the current technical government has come with a bad idea, to tax yachts, and clamp them.  A good idea to reduce more the yachting industry, which has since 2008 lost about 20% in gross revenue.  In all this climate boat builders do not give up, and presented new models to entice buyers even more in these difficult times. 

PowerYacht best of 2011 is the Wider 42. A new brand founded in hard times by Tili Antonelli last year, the founder of fast yachts icon Pershing in 1985 who helmed the company till 2010.  This Wider first model is a day cruiser with high performance in mind and versatility of use, designed by Fulvio de Simoni it is unusual in looks, and among many technical details includes extendable bulwarks which extend space and reduces roll on anchor.

The others.

Atlantis 58. The entry level Azimut-Benetti brand new design language by Salvetti and Biaggi as introduced in 2010 continues.  For 2011 Atlantis presents a new largest ever flagship, which comes with interesting options; with or without patio door, and three choices for the third cabin.  

Cutwater 26. Trailable, impressive spaces inside in under eight meters, and superb seakeeping qualities from an unedited hull shape for this new brand which comes from the same owners of Ranger Tugs. 

Fiart 33 Seawalker. Walkaround sport cruisers are becoming a thing in Italy, and this is Fiart very open reply, with bow to stern deck space and four berths below deck.  

Greenline 70 Ocean Class. Greenline second model more then doubles the size to the first 33 Hybrid.  Optional green clean energy features with a modern design language out and inside, and a possible trans-Atlantic range at slow displacement speeds.

Jarrett Bay 46 Sportfisherman hull #57. A fully custom order by Nascar driver Jeff Burton, Jarrett Bay #57 is also an innovative sport fish cruiser, being the first pod drive propulsion boat for the custom Carolina builder, and also the first with a lower windshield and helm. 

Metamarine TNT 48 Replica. It is something unseen nowadays but this is a fast sport cruiser slash powerboat fully coming from the racing circuit, to be exact the demanding Endurance class, of which the hull is winner in 2010, and 2004. 

Princess 32M. M is Princess new range of large super yacht beyond thirty meters in size which also represents the new South yard development.  A new flagship but not for long with the project for a forty meter gaining pace. 

Sasga 42. A new brand from the founders and previous owners of Mennorquin.  It is the first model of Sasga with projects of smaller and larger models already planned. Design by Indigo Toledo of Barracuda for a contemporary look. 

Going small. Viking 42 Open. The top selling production sportfish yacht builder of recent years presents a new entry level twelve meter in length platform at the end of 2010 with the 42 Convertible which gets added with a 42 Open sister at the start of 2011.  It is an entrance to the Viking World which makes Sportfish yachts up to super 25 meters in size.

PowerYacht wishes to all its followers, friends, readers, and visitors a Healthy and Prosperous 2012 year.