57 Meter Super Yacht Fire Scare in Washington DC, USA

The 57 meter super yacht Dancing Hare under Marshall Islands flag had an onboard fire as it was berthed at Washington Harbour Marina of 600 block of Water Street SW, Washington DC, around 14:00 of Tuesday fourteen October.  Firefighters from the District of Columbia Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department responded to the blaze which was reported to be of minimal entity and was controlled and extinguished.  For fighting the fire, the fire fighters turned off its power.  No one was injured in the fire as the yacht was immediately evacuated.  The cause of the fire is not reported, with pictures showing it to be coming out from the raised pilot-house deck.   

M/y Dancing Hare is a 1986 steel build custom build Amels 57.7 meter as designed by Banbenberg and Rowell for exterior with naval architecture by Diana.  Dancing Hare had some high profile owners in its story from its commissioner Emad Khashoggi, who sold it in the first year to British Media magnate and politician Robert Maxwell, who died while on the yacht in 1991.  Current owner is Anna Murdoch Mann dePeyster, x-wife to Rupert Murdoch and mother to three of his adult children.  Dancing Hare was last refitted in 2023 by Derektor in Florida. 

Project: Tecnomar for Lamborghini 101FT

Tecnomar follow the for Lamborghini 63 with a larger thirty meter 101FT model set to come in 2027. It was expected also speculated, and considering the 36 hulls launched to date of Instagram's most popular sport yacht, that a bigger then a 63 foot Lamborghini Tecnomar would come, noting also the super yacht pedigree which has distinguished the Massa yacht builder since the late nineties. Designed as the smaller sister by Automobili Lamborghini, the 101FT is to feature a four cabins eight berth accommodation, with a space for three crew in two cabins. The Tecnomar for Lamborghini 101FT is to be powered by a triple MTU engines set up, for top speeds up to 45 knots and a fast cruise of 35. Two units are reported under construction, with the first set to splash in 2027.

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Fifty Meter Classic Super Yacht Fire Damaged Near Agropoli, Italy

The classic fifty meter super yacht Espadarte under Valletta Malta flag was saved from a fire as it was cruising about seventeen nautical miles offshore to the coast of Agropoli, in the Cilentan Coast of the Tyrrhenian sea to the South of Naples, on the late morning of Thursday ninth October.  The Maltese flagged super yacht which also had sixteen persons onboard between crew and guests was assisted by two Guard Costiera vessels departing from Agropoli and Marina di Camerrota respectively, both of them carrying Vigili dell Fuoco fire fighting squads. The crew with assistance from a nearby boater also tried to control the fire before the Italian Guardia Costiera Coast Guard arrived, but had no success.  When the Guardia Costiera arrived the first operation was putting the sixteen persons to safety, and then to control the fire, which they did with success.  Following this the classic super yacht, which was handicapped and without power was towed to the harbour of Salerno, arriving there at 02:00 early hours of the following day.  For the towing operation to the harbour, the Port Captaincy of Salerno ordered that the Vigili del Fuoco squad remain onboard, due to the high risk of the fire re-igniting.  The blaze was reported as starting and confined to the engine room, as the cause of the fire is under investigation.

Motor Yacht Espadarte is a custom 50 meters as build by Portugal's Arsenal do Alfeite yard in 1968, to military specifications and exterior design by Jorge d’Almeida Araujo.  Espadarte has had some high profile owners over the years, from its first commissioner which was reported but never confirmed to be the then Prime Minister of the Estado Novo regime of Portugal.  After the fall of Portugal's New Order in 1974 the yacht was sold to Saudi-based Sheikh Mouffak al-Midani, who will in the nineties sell to Greek TV station and shipowner John Karageorgis.  Espadarte was last refitted by Lusben in 2018.

Fairline Yacht Ends Aground in Bitez Aktur, Turkey

A twenty meter Fairline yacht ended aground and beached in Bitez Aktur, Bodrum district, Turkey on the early morning hours of Friday third October.  The yacht ended aground while at anchor and drifted to shore, as all those onboard including the skipper were asleep.  The Fairline yacht was reported to have sustained little to no damages from the grounding, also because it ended bow first in soft sand. Following checks the yacht was then later in the morning towed back to deep water.  No injuries were reported from the incident.

The yacht in this accident is a Fairline Squadron 68 Mk.3 as designed by Alberto Mancini and produced since 2022.  The Squadron 68 Mk.3 was a replacement to  the Fairline Squadron 68 Mk.2.

New Model: Bering B88

Bering has at the end of 2024 completed and launched its first B88 hull as sea trials were started, to commission the pocket super yacht to its owner in 2025. With a hull length of just under 24 meters, the Bering 88 offers simplified registration, reduced crew and compliance requirements, and greater operational flexibility. The Bering B88 offers over 164 squared meters of interior space, ensuring that all eight guests have plenty of room for entertainment and recreation and enjoy enough privacy when needed. A five person crew will benefit from spacious work and rest areas. The Bering B88 is powered by twin Cummins 450hp engines, for a top speed up to ten knots, and an eight knots cruise which gives a five thousand nautical mile range.

Technical Data:

LOA - 26.20 m (85.9ft)

Hull Length - 23.9 m

Waterline Length - 22.8 m 

Beam - 8.10 m

Draft - 2.40 m

Displacement - 225 t loaded

Fuel Capacity - 39,775 l

Water Capacity - 2962 l

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

Engines - 2 x Cummins QSM11 450hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - ten knots max, eight knots cruise

Range - five thousand nautical miles at eight knots

Hull Shape - full displacement

Construction - steel hull, aluminium super structure

Certification - CE A, class standard available on request

www.beringyachts.com

4 Saved as Pershing Yacht Goes Ablaze in Erdek, Turkey

Four boaters were saved as a sixteen meter Pershing yacht titled Illusion went ablaze in Erdek, Balikesir, to the South of the Marmara sea, Turkey at 17:30 of Saturday 26 July.  The sport yacht was reported to be returning to the harbour when for an unknown reason it went ablaze.  A ro-ro vessel first intervened for the blaze, as the four boaters jumped into the water and were collected and rescued by the Turkish Coast Guard.  The yacht was considered a total loss from the fire, although it was saved from sinking.  The cause of the fire is under investigation.

The sport yacht in this fire is a Pershing 52 as designed by Fulvio de Simoni and produced from 2000 to 2004 in about thirty units.  The 52 was a a replacement to the Pershing 54, and was replaced by the Pershing 50.

Project: Fairline Targa 55 GTO

After a difficult end in 2024, Fairline warms up its hands and starts working again towards its future, and unveils the first upcoming project of the new ownership, the Targa 55 GTO.  Announced during the 2025 Southampton Boat Show, the all-new Targa 55 GTO combines exhilarating performance with effortless style in a bold new chapter for Fairline.  So far details are very limited besides this rendering, but Failine says the Targa 55 GTO will be a yacht created for those who want to experience the best of open-air freedom, combining a striking design of true grand touring elegance.  So at this stage we will have to wait and see, what the new Fairline Targa 55 GTO will be about.

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Sea Ray Cruiser and Two Boaters Saved in Fjallbacka, Sweden

Two boaters were rescued as an eight meter Sea Ray sport cruiser lost power and ended on the rocks near Fjallbacka, Sweden before 20:00 of Thursday ninth October.  After receiving an alarm from the Sea and Air Rescue Center the Swedish Sea Rescue Society goes to the assistance of the Sea Ray cruiser with the RS Fjällbacka vessel.  As they arrived to the Sea Ray cruiser the rescue vessel finds it hitting the hard reefs in a perilous situation.  The conditions are challenging, but the Fjallbacka lifeguards who were in the middle of an exercise before the call act calmly and manage to pull the Sea Ray cruiser out to safe deep water.  After this they control the damage, and although the hull has taken a beating, it is not taking water, as the Sea Ray sport cruiser is then towed to a safe harbour in challenging seas with high waves.

The Sea Ray in this accident is the 268 Sundancer as produced from 1986 to 1989.  The 268 Sundancer was a replacement to the SRV260 Sundancer, and was replaced by the second generation Sea Ray 250 Sundancer.

New Model: Sirena 60

Turkish yacht builder Sirena Yachts has unveiled its latest model at the 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival the Sirena 60. Developed as a replacement for its popular predecessor, the Sirena 58, the Sirena 60 offers a range of improvements compared to the earlier model. These include larger windows, a redesigned, modernized flybridge, substantially larger exterior spaces both forward and aft and an increase in interior volume. The result is for a slightly larger model providing more space for lounging, improved storage capabilities and a truly eye-catching modern aesthetic, both inside and out. With its head-turning, contemporary lines originally conceived by Frers naval architecture, these have been carefully updated by Sirena’s in-house design experts, whilst still retaining key elements of the design and the all-important Sirena DNA. Such elements include the plumb bow, extended swim platform and striking contrast between the expansive dark-glass surfaces and gleaming white topsides. Stepping inside, the refined and ergonomic interiors feature Corian surfaces, luxurious upholstery and durable high-end materials selected for their aesthetic quality, comfort and practicality in marine environments. Designed with practicality at its heart, the crew areas have been created for maximum efficiency and privacy, with separate access routes and functional galley/service zones to ensure seamless operation without disrupting the owner’s experience. Providing various customization options, the basic configuration of the Sirena 60 is for three large cabins, including a stunning full-beam master cabin amidships and a spacious VIP double located in the bow. The third cabin offers more flexible usage possibilities, where a sliding bed system can transform from a generous double to twin singles, depending on the needs of guests. As an added bonus, all cabins come complete with generous storage space. Other standout areas on board include her trendy forward deck lounge and dining area. Coming complete with a large seat and table options, as well as a matching sun-pad with convertible backrest, it is the perfect location for stylish and comfortable alfresco dining. Furthermore, one of the Sirena 58’s most iconic features, the flybridge, has been improved in both design and capabilities, making it the ideal shaded spot for onboard relaxation. The dashboard and the pilot seats have been modernized, with a slick new Corian worktop introduced in the bar unit, and the sun-pad given a new convertible headrest. Created with adventurous owners in mind, the extended swim platform and generous storage space on board the Sirena 60 allow for easy tender and water toy access. It is designed to carry everything from jet skis to paddleboards, perfect for those keen to get their pulses racing on the water. Performance-wise, the Sirena 60 is powered by twin Volvo 670hp engines, with an optional upgrade to a 900hp for top speeds up to 23 knots, or 25 knots with the more powerful engines. The Sirena 60 offers long-range cruising capabilities and stability for offshore adventures, with a ten knots cruise giving a range up to nine hundred nautical miles.

Technical Data:

LOA - 19.45 m (63.8ft)

Hull Length - 17.1 m

Waterline Length - 17 m

Beam - 5.36 m

Draft - 1.25 m

Displacement - 32.1 t unloaded, 35.9 t loaded and with larger engines

Fuel Capacity - 3600 l

Water Capacity - 900 l

Accommodation - six berths in three cabins, one crew cabin berth

Engines - 2 x Volvo D11 670hp, optional D13 900hp 

Propulsion - ZF 325IV with V-drive line shaft

Speed - 23 knots max with Volvo 670hp, 25 with 900hp, ten knots economic cruise

Range - 900 nautical miles at ten knots

Hull Shape - semi displacement

Construction - gross reinforced plastic, with carbon fibre hybrid parts

Project - Frers exterior and naval architecture, Sirena exterior and interior

Certification - CE A

www.sirenayachts.com

Modesta Gemma Balbo 1941 - 2024

The Sciallino Shipyard honours Modesta Gemma ‘Gemina’ Balbo, widow of Mario Sciallino, who passed away on December twelfth at the age of 83 after a long illness. Gemma was the wife of Mario Sciallino, a master shipwright and the heart and soul of the shipyard in Ceriale. After Mario’s passing in 1994, Gemma took over the management of Sciallino alongside her daughters, ensuring its continued legacy.  Founded in 1960 in a small 300-square-meter space and specializing in wooden constructions, Sciallino has over the years become a symbol of Ligurian hand build boats  excellence. In 2015 following a difficiult time Sciallino was merged with Patrone, the shipyard where Mario learned his master craftsmen in boat and ship building.  Modesta Gemma Baldo leaves behind her daughters, son-in-law, grandchildren, and relatives.