New Model: Sessa F48

Sessa presents the new F48 a further evolution of the Fly47, a hull which was actually born as the 45 Fly in 2011. A model which has its roots to a design by Christian Grande the new Sessa F48 is further enhanced to aft and for its external spaces while maintaining the comfort and privacy of the original design.  This increase in length of 66 centimeters has benefitted the F48 with the following upgrades; more aft cockpit deck space which now features seven square meters of space making the largest in its size, larger bathing platform with galley, and standard twin Volo 550hp engines power with IPS pods drives which give speeds up to 35 knots. Standard power for the Fly 47 was twin Volvo 480hp. For the remaining the Sessa F48 keeps the virtues which has made this model quite a popular choice in its previous two versions, with a three double cabins accommodation plan, and a choice of a central or aft galley layout on the main deck.

Technical Data:

LOA - 14.90 m (48.9ft)

Beam - 4.38 m

Draft - 1.10 m 

Displacement - 17499 kg

Fuel Capacity - 1391 l

Water Capacity - 559 l

Max Persons - sixteen

Accommodation - six berths in three cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D8 550hp

Propulsion - Volvo forward looking IPS dual propeller pod drives

Speed - 35 knots max

Project - Christian Grande

Certification - CE B

www.sessamarine.com

New Model: Ocean Alexander Puro 35P

Ocean Alexander has during the 2024 Palm Beach boat show idebuted it's new Puro 35P super yacht. Puro means Pure in Italian, and here we see as the title says the Taiwanese Ocean Alexander debut its first with an Italian designed yacht from top to bottom, in both style and naval architecture, and for over a decade or more exiting it's own sphere of yachts designed by London based Evan K. Marshall. Designed by renowned Italian architect Giorgio M. Cassetta in collaboration with Andrea Agrusta of NavalHEAD responsible for naval architecture, the Puro 35P comes as a three deck semi-wide body design, with accommodation for ten guests including a full beam owner stateroom on the forward part of the main deck.  Crew accommodation is for six persons in three cabins on the forward part of the lower deck, an area which will also include a crew mess with an L-shaped dinette and a galley.  Ocean Alexander Puro 35P is powered by twin Man 2000hp for top speeds up to 24 knots.  The Ocean Alexander Puro 35P seems to have gotten to a flying start with four more units currently in build.

Technical Data:

LOA - 34.6 m (113.6ft)

Waterline Length - 29.2 m

Beam - 7.44 m

Draft - 2.31 m

Displacement - 144,300 kg, 273gt *volume 

Fuel Capacity - 19,040 l

Water Capacity - 2500 l

Accommodation - ten guests in five cabins, six crew in three cabins

Engines - 2 x Man V12 2000hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 24 knots max

Hull Shape - semi displacement

Construction - fiberglass

Project - Giorgo M. Cassetta exterior and interior, Andrea Agusta NavalHead naval architect

Certification - RINA class

www.oceanalexander.com

New Model: Sealine S335

Sealine presents its new S335 model, a hard-top open sport cruiser as designed by Bill Dixon.  An evolution of the S330 which was presented in 2014 and recognizable by the larger hull side window, the Sealine S335 also shares platform with the fully enclosed main deck C335, and is also available in a V for outboard version.  The Sealine S335 offers a main deck with C-shaped dinette to port side with opposite wet-bar, single seat helm station to starboard, and a double passenger settee to port side.  Down below the Sealine S335 is standard offered  in a forward and midships double cabins layout, with a spacious shower head to starboard, and a furniture unit to port side. You do not like this option, no worries as the S335 is offered in two other options form the choice of a J-shaped dinette to port side or galley, to replacing the forward cabin with a U-shaped dinette.  The Sealine S335 is standard powered by a single Volvo 340hp with stern drive propulsion for up to 28 knots speeds, with a bigger 440hp and or twin Mercury diesels 270hp options being available.  The S335v outboard version is powered by twin 300hp and is estimated to give top speeds up to forty knots.

Technical Data:

LOA - 10.31 m (33.9ft)

Hull Length - 9.99 m

Beam - 3.50 m

Draft - 0.98 m

Displacement - 6.14 t

Fuel Capacity - 570 l

Water Capacity - 220 l

Max Persons - eight

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins, or four plus two

Engines - 1 x Volvo D6 340hp, 440hp, 2 x MD3.0l 270hp

Propulsion - Volvo DPI duo prop stern drive, or twin Mercury Bravo three duo prop stern drives

Speed - 32 knots max with Volvo 440hp, 38 with 340hp

Construction - sandwich with isophtalic gel-coat and first resin of vinylester resin

Project - Bill Dixon

Certification - CE B

www.sealine.com

New Model: Tankoa T450

Sold in late 2021 shortly after the new series was presented, the first unit in the Tankoa T450 has been launched and christened m/y Go at the shipyard in Genoa. First Tankoa model under fifty meters in length, the T450 expands Tankoa's range of super yachts, bringing the builder's values to the market of more compact vessels. It reaffirms the boutique shipyard's reputation, rooted in its commitment to quality and comfort, coupled with innovation and elegance, making it a true benchmark. Built in steel and alumimium, the T450 is an innovative project by Giorgio M Cassetta, intended to maintain the brand's timeless aesthetics while introducing bold vertical elements to the superstructure, combined with sleek horizontal lines. Introduced to the shipyard by Italian Yacht Group of Fort Lauderdale, the American client for the first unit requested that the original gross tonnage of 430GT be increased to 450GT to provide more interior volume. In terms of accommodation, M/Y Go offers a huge master stateroom forward on the main deck and five comfortable guest suites on the lower deck. Throughout the yacht, expansive windows flood the interior with natural light, emphasizing the spaciousness of each area. The generous beach club features opening side platforms that wrap around the stern and a sliding sun-pad that closes the pool during navigation. The large sundeck has a hydro-massage tub and shaded dining area, while the upper deck is fitted out with a dedicated gym and a fire pit in the bow. With a second unit in the T450 sold and under construction, as well as the TX450, Go will be delivered in the spring and make her international debut at the autumn boat shows.

Technical Data:

LOA - 45 m (147ft)

Beam - 8.80 m

Draft - 2.10 m half load

Displacement - 400 t, 450 gt *volume

Fuel Capacity - 55,000 l

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

Engines - 2 x Man D2862L 1429hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - fifteen knots max, twelve cruise

Range - 4000 nm

Construction - steel hull alumimium upper structure 

Project - Giorgio M. Cassetta

Certification - RINA

www.tankoa.it

Project: Fjord 480

Fjord presents its new 480 project as designed by Marco Casali of Too design.  Sitting between the 44 and 53 models, the new Fjord 480 is the usual offer from the German owned and build boat building brand for a center console sport cruiser offering full length spaces outside from fore to aft.  In this new 480 Marco Casali created an important in size T-Top which not only covers the four center console helm station but part of the cockpit deck; galley, and the C-shaped dinette.  Down below the Fjord 480 is full of modular construction with the option to have an open plan sleeping four with a double berth forward and midships or enclosing both of the cabins with bulk heads.   The Fjord 480 can be powered by Volvo engines from 380 up to 550hp with IPS pod propulsion, with estimated top speeds going up to forty knots. 

www.fjordboats.com

Project: Beneteau Swift Trawler 54

During the 2024 Miami boat show, Beneteau announced an upcoming Swift Trawler 54 model.  Beneteau showed only one rendering of the 54, what would be the largest Swift Trawler to date, and second in size to the Grand Trawler 62 which debuted in 2022 and head lines the French builder's Trawler range.  Beneteau did not give much information on this new model, apart that it will have an eight hundred nautical miles range at nine knots, and is to be equipped with loads of efficient and clean energy solutions; from wind mills to solar panels on the hard-top and the coach roof as the above rendering shows.

www.beneteau.com

Project: Prestige F5

During the Beneteau Group press conference at the 2024 Dusseldorf boat show, Prestige vice President Erwin Bumps announced the project for an upcoming F5 model.  Very few details have been given apart the above rendering and that the F5 is set to debut during the Cannes 2024 boat show, although expect the model to show up during the Beneteau Group test days in early Summer usually held in around mid July.  Since we have no details I can speculate a bit about the F5, and if this project follows the pattern of the F4 which is based on the Prestige 520, then I would imagine this to be based on the 590 model.  As is the case of the F4, the F5 will benefit from an important re-design and re-engineering of spaces to increase volume as possible, in its sixteen to seventeen meter length.

www.prestige-yachts.com

New Model: Maori Yachts 46

Maori has in 2023 launched its new 46 model, a sporty modern looking centre console day cruiser with over night accommodation for two or four.  Designed by Mario Ciampa, the designer of all Maori Yachts the 46 follows the style and feeling of its sisters, with a very close resemblance to the 54 model.  The first Maori 46 units was launched with a single cabin interior, but the model is also available in a two cabins version. Hull one of the Maori 46 is powered by twin Cummins 550hp with surface drive propulsion, reaching top speeds up to 46 knots and can cruise at 35.  An optional larger Cats 650hp engines is also available, as is an outboard version with specifics on this not yet advised. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 14 m (46ft)

Beam - 4.60 m

Draft - 1 m

Displacement - 12 t

Fuel Capacity - 1600 l

Water Capacity - 250 l

Accommodation - two berths, or four berths in two cabins

Engines - 2 x Cummins QSB 6.7 550hp, Cats 650hp

Propulsion - surface drives

Speed - 46 knots max 35 cruise

Project - Mario Ciampa

Certification - CE B

www.maoriyacht.com

Project: Baglietto X50

During a press conference in Milan on eight February, which also celebrated Baglietto 170th anniversary, the today super yacht specialist announced two new projects, with one of these being the X50, an explorer looking super yacht as designed by the Italian builder long standing designer Francesco Paszowski.  The Baglietto X50 is full of stand out features with an open stern which takes a third of the yachts length, and able to carry two ten meter tenders.  The X50 also debuts Baglietto new XO line of tug inspired looks explorer super yachts.  Baglietto has flirted with explorer looking yachts in the present and in the past like the two units of the 42 Exp it launched in 2009, or the recent custom build hull nos#10235, although none of these where tug yacht looking as the X50.  A unique design feature of the X50 will be the disruptive pilot station which features the helm station below and a guest passenger lounge above.  This lounge is designed to be a multi purpose retreat for the owner and his guests, with six screens able to do an array of duties from navigation data to normal TV or computing operation, and can be also fitted out as a private owners office.  The X50 is to be build in ice-class with part of the hull evolving from the T-52 model, but re-engineered to be more sea-worthy with a redesigned bulb shape.  The Baglietto X50 is set to be powered by twin Cat engines for speeds up to sixteen knots.

www.baglietto.com

New Model: Fiart Seawalker 43 Panorama

During the fall of 2023 Fiart has presented the new Panorama model version, for its Seawalker 43.  The 43 Panorama main difference between the standard Seawalker is that it integrates the T-top with the windshield giving better protection to the triple settee helm-station, and the cockpit behind especially when under way.  For the remaining the Panorama adds to the brilliant features which characterize the Seawalker 43 which debuted in 2020, and has been a success for Fiart.  This is a sport cruiser walk-around with a usable fore to aft exterior main deck which offers forward and back sun-pads, dinette with opposite facing settees, wet-bar-galley behind the helm-station, and a forward facing settee forward.  The Fiart Seawalker 43 Panorama also offers comfortable interior with two spacious cabins sleeping four, with the forward cabin which can specified as an open-plan layout.  The Fiart Sewalker 43 Panorama is powered by four engine choices from 380 to 480hp, in IPS or stern drive pods with top speeds up to 39 knots with the large power option.  At this stage it will be interesting to see if we see the Panorama's from Fiart on the smaller Sewalker 39 and 35 models.

Technical Data:

LOA - 13.84 m (45.5ft)

Beam - 3.99 m

Draft - 1.04 m

Displacement - 11t half load

Fuel Capacity - 1150 l

Water Capacity - 620 l

Max Persons - fourteen

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 380hp, D6 400hp, D6 440hp, D6 480hp

Propulsion - Volvo DPI stern drives or IPS forward pod drives 

Speed - 39 knots with Volvo 480hp IPS pod combination

Certification - CE B

www.fiart.com

Project: Tecnomar Evo 155

Tecnomar Evo 155 project was born from the need to give continuity to the successful Evo-line, which debuted in 2016 with the 55 model, and was followed in 2018 with the 120 model, of which six units have been build so far.  The Tecnomar Evo 155 will feature exterior with a strong sporty curvy futuristic character, all this in a length of 46 meters and without exceeding a volume of 499 gross tonnage.  A feature in the Evo 155 will be an innovative beach area, with a large stern window, and two foldable doors that allow direct access to the sea and a connection with the external area, allowing 360° liveability between interior and exterior.  The spacious sun deck is equipped with a large bar and a sunbathing area with a swimming pool. A second swimming pool is also found in the extreme bow area on the upper deck connected to a large sunbathing area, convertible into a pleasant dining area with a 180° view of the sea.  The Tecnomar Evo 155 will have interiors characterized by two large lounge areas on the full-beam main deck, with accommodation for ten guests in five suites; two guests on the lower deck, two VIP cabins on the main deck and the Owner’s cabin on the same deck.  

www.tecnomar.com

Project: Italyure 50

At the end of 2023 Italyure announced it started construction for its upcoming and all new 50 flagship model.  Designed as the smaller 38 and 35 by Maurizio Marzocca, the Italyure 50 is a further development of the 45 project which was announced in 2022, and since then has been modified and extended to be bigger and more comfortable.  The Italyure 50 versus the 45 also features a redesigned T-Top which is now enclosed forward, and has been extended further aft.  For the 50, Marzocca like the smaller Italyure models presents a walk around sport yacht with length over all fore to aft easy deck use.  The exterior main deck layout of the Italyure 50 offers two central aft and fore-deck sun-pads, with a central console helm station which has a galley behind and a dinette for ten with opposing settees further aft. To the fore-deck in front of the sun-pad is also two opposite looking settees.  Down below the Italyure 50 is offered in two layouts; a two cabins two heads with an L-shaped lounger, and or a three cabins two head version.  The Italyure 50 is to be powered by twin Volvo 550 or 600hp with IPS pod drives, and or Cummins or FPT 650hp on line shaft propulsion.  Interestingly the Italyure 38 which is the first model presented by the Italian Neapolitan builder in 2021, and since then has sold in over twenty units, has seen a preference for line shaft propulsion.

www.italyure.com

New Model: Bolide Yachts 80

The niche market of the super fast sport yacht beyond 24 meters has seen a new interesting player emerge in 2023, with Bolide Yachts first 80 model, what the Italian yacht builder calls the first Hyper Muscle Yacht.  Saying Bolide Yachts is new, is actually an understatement as the man behind the Italian yacht builder, is none other then fast planning hull specialist designer Brunello Acampora, who with his Victory design firm has designed and consulted an endless list of some of the best hulls in the last four decades.  With Bolide Yachts firsty eighty model, Brunello goes a step further creating the fastest yacht above 24 meters in size, which reaches an impressive 73 knots of top speed. For reaching this speed Acampora took four years to design and fine tune the Bolide 80 two stepped deep-Vee hull to match this performance, and going into pain staking detail for a light weight and stiff full carbon fibre construction, and a triple Man 2000hp power designed around a custom surface drives combination.  The Bolide 80 though does not stop with the performance and offers an interesting mix of luxury thrown in, with a design element which is both unique and futuristic in both the exterior and interiors, with the lower deck offering a two double cabins accommodation sleeping five.  The lower deck also offers a separate galley to port side with adjacent crew cabin, and saloon entertainment area which uses the full five meters plus of beam of the hyper muscle yacht.  Interested?  Bolide Yachts 80 is limited to ten builds of one or two hulls a year, with each build being semi-custom, and a price which starts at nine million euros.  Bolide Yachts is planned to have five models in the future with Brunello Acampora having preliminary details drawn in for both a smaller 70 and a larger 170 model nearly finalized.

Technical Data:

LOA - 24.87 m (81.8ft)

Waterline Length - 18.1 m

Beam - 5.40 m

Draft - 0.90 m without running gear, 1.50 m with running gear down 

Displacement - 32.5 t unloaded

Fuel Capacity - 6000 l

Water Capacity - 600 l

Accommodation - four/five guests in two cabins, one crew cabin berth

Engines - 3 x Man V12 2000hp

Propulsion - custom T-drive Flexitab surface drives

Speed - 73 knots max, fifty knots cruise

Range - 500 nautical miles at best cruise

Construction - Mircotex carbon fibre, and special structural Diab cores 

Project - Brunello Acampora Victory design for hull shape, naval architecture and design, Loro Piana interior decor

Certification - CE B

www.bolideyachts.com 

New Model: Manda Yachts s05

Manda Yachts arrived in the scene in 2023 first with the s07 model in May at the Venice boat show, and then it followed it four months later with this new s05 which debuted during the Genoa boat show.  A project of Ceccarelli, Manda is an interesting new offer in the market, with a particular design which is difficult to categorize, feeling an explorer with a sport attitude.  Depends how you want to see it, probably Manda is both these things, although this new s05 probably is a bit more sporty, especially if spec'd with the bigger engines which give her a 32 knots top speed.  But forgetting speed aside Manda Yachts is a particular living yacht, with both the exterior and interior feeling spacious and liveable like a high end loft by the sea in just fifteen meters of length.  Manda Yachts s05 also comes as the bigger sister with the free aft deck which joins with the interior lower deck saloon, and while this is not something new; Sanlorenzo SX, BlueGame BGX, and Evo Yachts V-line have all been there before Manda, the s05 takes the credit for offering this in just fifteen meters of size.  The s05 offers a main deck covered with a T-top for the living part, this offering an L-shaped dinette to port side with wet-bar exterior galley and helm opposite to starboard, which is followed by a sun-pad aft and to fore deck and a forepeak forward looking settee.  The s05 lower deck uses about 70% of the space and is offered in three lower deck layout choices, with the standard plan featuring a two cabins two head layout with master cabin forward, and twin L-shaped bunk guest cabin to port side.  A single cabin option also exists, with the option of having a dinette area for four in replacement to the second cabin, and smaller L-shaped sofa.  The Manda s05 is offered with IPS propulsion only and powered by standard twin Volvo 480hp for up to 24 knots speeds, and larger 550 to 600hp engines option.  

Technical Data:

LOA - 15 m (49.2ft)

Beam - 4.82 m

Draft - 1.50 m

Displacement - 16,000 kg dry (approx.)

Fuel Capacity - 1800 l

Water Capacity - 550 l

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins, or two berths in one cabin

Max Passengers - fourteen

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 480hp, D8 550hp, D8 600hp

Propulsion - Volvo forward looking dual propeller IPS pod drives

Speed - 24 knots with 480hp, 32 knots max with Volvo 600hp

Construction - fiberglass with monolithic bottom, sandwich for hull sides.  Upper structure in infusion and carbon/glass hybrid

Project - Ceccarelli

Certification - CE B-14/A

www.mandayachts.it 

Project: Alia Yachts 43m raised pilothouse

Alia Yachts in Turkey has started construction of a new 43-metre project with aggressive exterior lines by long-term design partners Omega Architects. In build for a client based in Miami, the design is styled around the relaxed, open-air lifestyle in Florida and the Bahamas. Omega has deliberately kept the profile low-rise and sleek with a menacing pelican-beak bow, helped by the raised pilothouse layout spread over two-and-a-half decks. With ample al fresco areas that include lounging and sunbathing on the aft deck, the foredeck, and the sundeck that also has a hottub, the new design takes the raised pilothouse configuration and stretches it to 42 metres and 380GT. The all-aluminium vessel has a shallow Bahamas draft and a Fast Displacement Hull Form known as FDHF by Van Oossanen, another of Alia’s Dutch design partners. The FDHF outperforms conventional displacement and semi-displacement hull forms at low, cruising and maximum speeds by providing high efficiency throughout the power curve. The interior comprises four guest suites on the lower deck, a master stateroom with walk-in wardrobe on the main deck forward. The lower deck further houses space for 7 crew as well as a very nice sized gym and side-loading tender garage. Sliding glass doors on both sides of the main saloon means there’s always a fresh breeze flowing through the interior. The interior design is by newcomers Yodezeen, a pair of designers from Kyiv with a studio in Miami. Powered by twin MTU 2600hp main engines, the yacht with have a top speed in excess of 22 knots and a range of 3,200 nautical miles at twelve knots. She is scheduled for delivery in summer 2024 and will make her debut at the autumn boat shows.

www.aliayachts.com

New Model: Princess Y80

During the Cannes 2023 boat show in September, Princess debuted the new Y80, a pocket super yacht which replaces the Y78 after three years in production.  The new Y80 is the second sized Princess's four model Y-range which starts with the Y72 and goes up to the Y95 which launched in the end of 2022.  The Y80 is designed by automotive famous Italian Pininfarina studio and naval architecture coming from the four decades plus collaboration with Olesinski.  For this pocket-sized super yacht Pininfarina and Princess presented a very clean profile for a Mediterranean style both inside and outside, and a soft S-shear line which goes up slightly forward.  Below is also a traditional four cabins layout with the usual full beam owners stateroom at midships, a VIP suite forward, and two guest cabins in between.  The saloon gives an open space feel, further enhanced by the uninterrupted views provided by the floor to ceiling windows.  There is a certain cleanliness of the design which makes it modern yet cosy without feeling minimal.  The main deck also comes with a few options from the standard open galley which can be ordered to become enclosed by electrical move-up panels, and a choice for the aft deck, from the standard traditional forward looking C-shaped dinette to a veranda styled and glazed stern for open views.  The Princess Y80 is standard powered by twin Man 1650hp for speeds up to 29 knots and or 1900hp option for an extra three knots at wide open throttle.    

Technical Data:

LOA - 25.50 m (83.5ft) inc pulpit 

Length - 25.1 m ex. pulpit

Beam - 6.07 m

Draft - 1.77 m

Displacement - 68,729 kg medium load

Fuel Capacity - 7000 l

Water Capacity - 1401 l

Accommodation - eight guess in four cabins, three/four crew in two cabins

Engines - 2 x Man V12 1650hp, 1900hp

Propulsion - direct line shaft

Speed - 32 knots max with 1900hp, 29 knots max with 1650hp

Project - Pininfarina design, Olesinski naval architecture

www.princessyachts.com

New Model: Magazzu M16

In December 2023, Magazzu launched its awaited modern and different first M16 unit.  Designed by Claudio Magazzu the M16 distinct's itself from previous Magazzu, offering a different and radical look, and is also build with semi-rigid tubes, and a full deep walk around design.  This  new Magazzu flagship feels less a rib, and more a yacht then previous models.  The Magazzu will also feature, thanks to its deep walk around design a full fore to aft deck use, with a centre console layout and exterior galley and dinette behind and covered by the T-top.  The cabin layout of the Magazzu M16 welcomes you below deck with an L-shaped settee, and features a master cabin forward, and a guest double berth at midships with  two heads. The Magazzu M-16 hull one is powered by twin Volvo 600hp with IPS pod drives, with an option for triple 600hp Mercury outboards and speeds up to fifty knots being available. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 16 m (52.4ft)

Beam - 4.80 m

Fuel Capacity - 2 x 1000 l

Water Capacity - 400 l

Max Persons - twenty

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D8 600hp, or triple Mercury 600hp petrol-gas outboard

Propulsion - Volvo forward looking IPS pod drives, or Mercury outboards

Speeds -  fifty knots max from triple 600hp Mercury

Project - Claudio Magazzu

Certification - CE B 

www.magazzu.com

Project: Fabbrica Italiana Motoscafi 500 Regina

Fabbrica Italiana Motoscafi is showing us exclusive details for this new project and its next upcoming model, the 500 Regina, which is set to debut in mid 2024.  Details of the 500 Regina are very limited, with this rendering showing similar lines and looks to the 2023 debuting 440 model, which would suggest that this new FIM flagship is also designed by Alessandro Loittici of Design Alot firm.  Fabbrica Italiana Motoscafi says that the 500 Regina will have a large tender garage, able to put a jet rib, and the usual Regina hybrid layout of a centre console and sport cruiser lower deck, which has given it so much favours by its customers. 

www.fimotoscafi.com

New Model: Viking 90 Convertible

Since the announcement and launch of the Viking 90 Enclosed Bridge, the model has received tremendous global attention, selling twelve units before its debut, and four more signed just after it's World presented in Miami earlier on this year. Now Viking follows the Enclosed Bridge model with the presentation of the sportier Convertible open bridge version. Her sleek design is purpose-driven and loaded with amenities while also serving as a social hub.  From first glance, it is clearly apparent that the visibility of the open bridge is excellent due to the low-profile, well-laid-out console. Both forward to the bow and aft to the cockpit and beyond to the spread, the clear sightlines provide the captain confidence while docking or backing down. The interior perimeter and seating modules have an integrated toe kick for added aesthetics and function.  A trio of Release Marine Trillion series teak ladder-back chairs adorn the console, with all three having the same size pedestal and are mounted on an elevated centreline moulded-in standing platform. Behind is an eight-rod rocket launcher on the double aft rail.  The flat panel helm has an acrylic inlay that can accommodate four 19-inch screens. Recessed port and starboard split lid radio boxes are at your fingertips while also keeping electronics protected from elements with gasketed lids and stainless-steel piston lifts.   Seating is abundant. A pair of bench seats flank the console and provide rod storage below. Aft-facing lounge seats, bookended to the bench seats include a comfy backrest. A large sun lounge is forward and offers armrests, drink holders and generous storage below. There is also a freshwater sink, large top-loading freezer and a chill box for keeping drinks and snacks handy.  Inside the Viking 90C offers an interior with living, lounging and entertaining main deck, fully equipped counter-topped galley adjacent with a five stool bar, dinette opposite, and lounging saloon on entry to port side, with a day head located forward.  The lower deck offers a five double cabins five en-suite heads layout, with a master stateroom located at midships featuring his and hers bathrooms looking aft.  A crew cabin is located aft.  The Viking 90 Convertible is standard powered by twin Cats 1925hp, and or optional Cats 2433hp, and MTU 2635hp.  Hull one of the Viking 90 which was an Enclosed Bridge optioned with Sky Bridge and the big twin MTU 2635hp reached top 38 knots speeds, and cruise at 32/33 for a range up to six hundred nautical miles.

Technical Data:

LOA - 27.41 m (90ft)

Beam - 7.05 m

Draft - 1.80 m

Displacement - 87,776 kg loaded ex Tower

Fuel Capacity - 14388 l

Water Capacity - 1817 l

Accommodation - ten berths in five cabins, crew cabin with one or two berths

Engines - 2 x Cats C32A 1925hp, C32V 2433hp, MTU Series 2000 V16 M936L 2635hp

Propulsion - line shaft with tunnels

Speed - 38 knots max 33 cruise

Range - six hundred nautical miles at cruise

www.vikingyachts.com 

Project: Spencer Yachts 80 hull.231

Spencer Yachts have been very much in the news lately, because of the first custom-production boat builder collaboration with Albemarle and its new 53 model which launched this 2023 fall.  Here though is further news from Spencer, the most active of custom sportfish yacht builders, doing what it does best with this currently new eighty foot build, hull number 231.  This upcoming Spencer returns the Wanchese North Carolina custom sportfish specialist above eighty foot, its third unit to be build beyond this size. To be fitted it out with a full tower, Spencer Yachts 80 hull.231 is also luxury appointed with two large owners staterooms; a VIP suite and a crew cabin. Spencer hull.231 is to be powered by twin 2600hp MTUs for top speeds up to 42 knots. 

www.spenceryachtsinc.com