Showing posts with label Explorer Yacht. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Explorer Yacht. Show all posts

March 4, 2024

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.

February 14, 2024

New Launch: Van Der Valk 23.56m Hull no. WV0138

Van der Valk has recently launched the 23.56-metre hull number. WV0138 titled motor yacht Felis.  Altough a custom build this this latest Van der Valk is part of the Explorer line, which debuted in 2015 and has far seen four other custom units from 25 to 36 meters.  This latest Van der Valk Explorer shows the benefits of clients who truly know how to enjoy life on the water all year round. Guido de Groot designed a charming yacht inspired to the other Explorer Van der Valk units which he designed, with naval architecture for this 23 meter coming from Dutch firm Diana. Both designers designed this Van der Valk 23.56m Explorer around the specific length required by its owner, offering a spacious interior volume for a relatively compact sub 24 meters size, with navigational comfort assured by a round-bilged steel hull with bulbous bow and the low centre of gravity that comes with an aluminium superstructure.  The interior of Felis offers a four double guest accommodation plan, on a standard owners midships stateroom, forward VIP, and two cabins with twin berths. The living is all on the main deck, with a welcoming saloon on entry to port side, open galley with opposite dinette, and wheelhouse with L-shaped dinette starboard.  Located aft is the crew accommodation for two in two cabins aft and sharing a private bathroom, accessed via the lazarette with direct access to the engine room.  Van der Valk 23.56m hull number WV0138 is powered by twin Man 500hp for speeds up to thirteen knots and a cruise of twelve.
Technical Data:
LOA - 23.56 m (77.2ft)
Waterline Length - 22.3 m
Beam - 6.30 m
Draft - 1.60 m
Displacement - 99 t
Fuel Capacity - 12,900 l
Water Capacity - 2700 l
Accommodation - eight guests in four cabins, two crew in two cabins
Engines - 2 x Man D2676LE474 500hp
Propulsion - line shaft 
Speed - thirteen knots max, twelve knots cruise
Hull Shape - round bilge full displacement
Construction - steel Grade A hull, aluminium Almg4.5mn H321 superstructure
Project - Guide de Groot exterior and interior, Diana naval architect
Certification - CE class A

January 22, 2024

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

January 15, 2024

New Model: Omikron Yachts OT-60

Olympic Marine a renowned Greek ship-yacht repair yard presents its Omikron Yachts brand, debuting its first OT-60 production model. Designed by Juan Kouyoumdjian for hull shape, Lorenzo Argento exterior and interior, Ciarmoli Queda interior style the Omikron OT-60 proposes a vision of sustainability by combining the quiet, easy-going lifestyle and efficiency of sailing with the convenience and space of a motor yacht, renewing the slow explorer yachting and traditional Eastern Mediterranean seagoing style.  With efficient engines and a custom efficient hull design by Juan Kouyoumdjian the OT-60 is optimized for cruising at ten to tewelve knots, while eight knots will give a 1000 nautical miles range, consuming just 1.5 litres per nautical mile. Both the propulsion and hull shape are optimized for minimum disturbance, for a silent, stable and serene cruising experience which becomes a time to relax and recharge, as on a sailboat. The exterior design and the interior layout are the work of Lorenzo Argento, interior styling is curated by Ciarmoli Queda Studio. The Owner’s Version, offers three-cabins layout, with the Owner’s suite that stretches across the wide beam to permit lounging and storage on both sides of the large bed, as well as a desk area. A private bathroom and closet space are included in the suite, which has impressive head room. The Charter Version has a four-cabin layout that offers in the bow two doubles with beds for couples, each with its own en-suite head, moving the owner amidships.  A crew cabin for one or two persons is available as optional.  The Omikron OT-60 has started with a good start with the fifth currently under construction.
Technical Data:
LOA - 18.41 m (61.4ft)
Beam - 6.06 m
Draft - 0.86 m
Displacement - 20 t unloaded
Fuel Capacity - 1200 l
Water Capacity - 600 l
Accommodation - six berths in three cabins, or eight berths in four cabins
Engines - 2 x Yanmar 4LV 150hp, 250hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - sixteen knots max with 250hp, eight knots long range
Range - 1200 nautical miles at eight knots
Construction - resin infused composite fiberglass and carbon-fiber
Project - Juan Kouyoumdjian hull shape, Lorenzo Argento exterior and interior, Ciarmoli Queda interior style
Certification - CE A12, C30

December 14, 2023

Project: Sundeck 750

Sundeck presents the project for the 750 explorer yacht model.  A design of Zuccheri, who has so far designed all the Sundeck line since its debut in 2014, the 750 is based on the 700 model platform, with an extended stern area, which adds further space to the bathing stern area, transforming it in a beach club.  This area is also added with an aft looking settee for four persons. Inside the Sundeck 750 follows the layout of the 700 with a four cabins lower deck, and two crew cabins for three persons aft. The main deck in the Sundeck 750 is offered in two layouts, open plan galley to port side of the helm station forward, or enclosed galley to starboard in the middle of the saloon, dining area. The Sundeck 750 is powered by standard FPT 1000hp, or Man 1200hp for speeds up 25 and 27 knots respectively. 

November 29, 2023

New Model: Azimut Magellano 60

Azimut Magellano 60 was first presented during the twelfth Azimut Yachting Gala 2023 in Toarmina, Sicily with the official World debut following a couple months later in  Cannes.  The Magellano 60, is the latest in Azimut crossover line which debuted in 2009 with the revolutionary 74 model, a line designed for owners who want longer voyages full of adventure.  This eighteen meter yacht is also today the new entry level in Azimut Magellano explorer yacht range, presented in a new size for the line.  Sure some might say it replaces the 53 model, but if one would go onboard the Magellano 60, this new model stands out more as a smaller 66, also for the large spaces on board, generous without compromising the elegance of Ken Freivokh's lines. The cockpit is configured as a natural extension of the large lounge on the Main Deck and the stern transforms into a terrace capped with a transparent parapet that creates an Infinity Terrace overlooking the water that offers a navigation experience in complete harmony with nature and the sea. The crossover soul of the Magellano 60 is also through the efficiency Dual Mode semi-planning, now into its eight hull, which allows navigation at low speeds in total comfort but also to handle higher speeds by attenuating the impact of the waves and optimizing consumption and emissions. As is usual to Azimut looking forward never stops and the Magellano 60 was also the yacht chosen by the Italian yacht builder for the first test voyage powered by HVOlution biofuel, produced by Eni Sustainable Mobility with 100% renewable raw materials.  The tests carried out by Azimut in the summer of 2023 recorded exceptional results in terms of compatibility and performance, with a reduction in CO2 emissions of more than 80% compared to a yacht of comparable size powered by fossil diesel.  
Technical Data:
LOA - 18.47 m (60.7ft)
Beam - 5.15 m
Draft - 1.37 m full load
Displacement - 34.37 t full loads
Fuel Capacity - 3650 l
Water Capacity - 740 l
Accommodation - six berths in three cabins, one crew cabin berth
Engines - 2 x Man i6 730hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - 26 knots, 18 knots cruise
Hull Shape - semi planning dual mode hull
Project - Ken Freivokh exterior, ProFjord and Azimut research and design department hull
Certification - CE B, NMMA, UNI ISO8666 for date

October 2, 2023

Project: Absolute Navetta 70

During the Cannes 2023 boat show Absolute presented the project for a new Navetta 70 to be launched in 2024.  The Navetta 70 is an evolution of the Navetta 68 launched in 2019, just a tad over two feet longer and mimicking the evolution Absolute did with the 75 flagship from the 73.  This evolution is mostly about the stern, with the new design embracing the cockpit terrace, a feature which Absolute introduced in 2021 with its 60 Fly model and since then has been making it into all its newer models.  The cockpit terrace re-invents the aft area with vertical opposite settees giving un-interrupted views from the glazed stern, and easier cockpit bathing platform socialization.  But the evolution of the Absolute Navetta 70 does not stop there, with the extra 74 centimetres in length giving a larger aft deck, and a complete new flybridge design available in two Upper Deck A and B choices.  For the remaining the Absolute Navetta 70 does not change much from the 68, including the very liveable saloon with astern galley layout, and the four double cabins lower deck, with floating between main and lower deck VIP suite forward, which might make an owner think if this or the midships stateroom the one to go for. The Absolute Navetta 70 is powered by twin Volvo 1000hp with IPS pod drives.     

September 18, 2023

New Model: Manda Yachts Senses07

Manda Yachts from Naples, Italy is a new brand which debuted in 2023 with its first model the Senses07, during the 2023 Venice boat show.  The Senses07 is designed by Giovanni Ceccarelli and is to be followed in the future by a smaller Senses05 of about fifteen meters in length and larger 09 models.  With the Senses range Ceccarelli follows similar ideas to the innovative Evo V8 which debuted in 2021 for a single level explorer yacht, which might look to an untrained eye as a sailing yacht without a mast.  This is an interesting design, especially for those who like a deck full of entertainment spaces.  In the Manda Senses the T-top area is fully enclosable with windows.  The Senses07 is offered in three lower deck options, with three or four double cabins.  The standard layout has a master stateroom forward, with an astern open plan galley-dining-lounge area overlooking the large bathing-beach area.  This part of the lower deck can be ordered as a master stateroom, in the other four or three cabins version, with the galley moving in between the cabins.  The Senses07 hull #01 is powered by the standard Volvo 725hp with IPS pod drives with speeds up to 24 knots, and a range of five hundred nautical miles at sixteen knots.  
Technical Data:
LOA - 21.50 m (70.5ft)
Beam - 6.10 m
Draft - 1.23 m
Displacement - 34 t half load
Fuel Capacity - 4600 l
Water Capacity - 1500 l
Max Persons - sixteen
Accommodation - six berths in three cabins, eight berths in four cabins, two crew
Engines - 2 x Volvo D11 725hp, up to D13 1000hp
Propulsion - Volvo forward looking dual propeller IPS pod drives
Speed - 24 knots max sixteen cruise
Range - 500 nm at sixteen knots
Hull Shape - planning modified Vee with 19.5 degrees average deadrise
Construction - single skin hull bottom with sandwich above waterline and superstructure
Project - Giovanni Ceccarelli
Certification - CE B-16/A

September 12, 2023

New Model: Holterman 54 Commander

Holterman is currently collecting accolades for its futuristic looking and engineered X-treme range, but the Dutch boat builder looks back into its long standing Commander range and presents a new 54 model.  The new Holterman 54 Commander is based on the replacing 2017 launched 53, with the addition of an extended hard top covering half the cockpit, and an extended bathing platform aft. Other light modifications are the foredeck forward looking settee now more comfortable and added with a back rest.  Accommodation for the Holterman 54 Commander is for two double suites, a forward VIP, and a master room at midships.  The main deck offers an astern galley layout all in a comfortable flush floor.  The Holterman 54 Commander is powered by twin Volvo 180hp engines with line shaft propulsion with top speeds up to ten knots and a cruise of eight.  
Technical Data:
LOA - 16.60 m (54.4ft)
Waterline Length - 16.3 m
Beam -  4.90 m
Draft - 1.25 m
Displacement - 30 t unloaded, 35 t loaded
Fuel Capacity - 2000 l
Max Persons - ten 
Accommodation - four berths in two cabins, plus two additional converted berths
Engines - 2 x Volvo D4 180hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - ten knots max, eight knots cruise
Range - 944 nautical miles at cruise
Hull Shape - displacement round bilge
Construction - steel
Project - Trimm exterior and naval architecture
Certification - CE A

September 4, 2023

New Model: Nordhavn 71

Hull #1 of the brand new Nordhavn 71 model was launched at the Ta Shing factory at the end of July, marking a milestone in the modern era of famous explorer yachts name. With the Nordhavn 71 comes a luxurious ocean crossing masterpiece, meant to be owner-operated. She is being shipped to Seattle in the moment to owners who have put their faith and trust in the Nordhavn brand the past twenty years, creating memories aboard their prior three hulls: a 50, 57 and 68. Soon they will take delivery of the N7101 and explore the Pacific Northwest and Alaska. The N71 was conceived and designed by Nordhavn’s Chief of Design, Jeff Leishman, in early 2021, followed by mould construction and a steady progression of hull builds. Currently Nordhavn is building 71 hull three. N71 represents the further development of the third generation Nordhavn designs, incorporating a subtle elegance of styling evolution based on her longer waterline and plumb bow. Beneath her skin, the N71 is packed with leading edge technology and includes features as the bulbous bow, based on 45 years experience of owner feedback, and creating and evolving Nordhavn models. With a twenty meter waterline and generous six meters plus beam, the Nordhavn 71 is beautifully spacious and has the room and feel of larger boats, and at over one hundred tons and carrying just over 18,000 litres gallons of fuel, there is no mistaking her capability.  The Nordhavn 71 is powered by twin John Deere 285hp engines.
Technical Data:
LOA - 21.9 m (71.9ft)
Waterline Length - 20.8 m
Beam - 6.85 m
Draft - 2.08 m
Displacement - 103.5 t
Fuel Capacity - 18234 l
Water Capacity - 2271 l
Accommodation - six berths in three cabins, or eight berths in six cabins
Engines - 2 x John Deere 6068SFM85 285hp
Propulsion - line shaft with ZF Ni-Alum-Bronze four bladed S-class propellers
Construction - solid bottom with Gurit G-80 pvc core vacuum bagged hull sides, three coats of Vinylester resin and Isphotalic gelcoat
Project - Jeff Leishman
Certification - CE A

July 26, 2023

Project: Mylius M62P

A semi custom sail yacht builder which has had growing success in the last years, Mylius yachts from Piacenza, Italy presents its first combustion engine yacht with M62P, those initials meaning Mylius62Power.  Designed by Ceccarelli with Parisotto and Formenton the Mylius M62P presents itself as a two cabin explorer yacht, with a crew cabin and standard powered by twin Volvo 725hp. The Mylius M62P will have some important options from a third cabin with bunk berths.  All build by infusion the Mylius M62P is powered by twin Volvo 725 up to 1000hp with IPS pod drives.  There is some conflicting reports on performance with the write up saying that the small engines give 28 knots of top speed, and technical data saying that speed is with the 1000hp units.  Considering the forty tons declared weight I would go for the technical data numbers.  The Mylius  M62P is to be fully build in infusion with a hull all made in single, and sandwich construction used for the super structure base.  Mylius has two other motor boats in project stages which a fourteen meter fast sport cruiser, and a twenty meter power catamaran.

July 19, 2023

New Launch: Steeler 61S Performance

Steeler has launched a custom build to order 61S Performance model.  Build for a repeat customer, titled m/y Kwintebank this is his second Steeler constructed in aluminium for lighter weight and powered by twin Volvo 1000hp she is able to reach top speeds up to 24  knots.  The Steeler 61S Performance offers an interior with three double cabins including an owners stateroom located at midship, with main and lower deck relaxing saloons. The galley is located on the aft part of the main deck.  Tender stowage is in a garage aft. While many would think this is an extended 60S Performance, she is not, as Kwintebank is 55 cm wider and 20 cm shorter.  
Technical Data:
LOA - 18.60 m (61ft)
Beam - 5.50 m
Draft - 1.23 m
Displacement - 35,000 kg
Fuel Capacity - 4000 l
Water Capacity - 1500 l
Accommodation - six berths in three cabins
Engines - 2 x Volvo D13 1000hp
Propulsion - IPS1350 forward looking dual propeller pod drives
Speed - 24 knots max, eighteen knots cruise, twelve economic
Hull Shape - S-performance semi displacement
Construction - aluminium 
Certification - CE A

June 29, 2023

Project: Holterman Xtreme-60

Dutch shipyard Holterman is adding the project for a new Xtreme-60 to its Xtreme range of flexible, multipurpose explorer yachts. Construction on the Xtreme-60 is well under way with both hull and super structure complete, and merging of the two structures currently ongoing and then moving to the Meppel shipyard to start fitting out. Design by Bernd Weel’s the Xtreme-60 features the complex shapes and hull openings to bring natural light inside associated with the Xtreme series, with the sixty being particularly influenced by the 78 which launched in earlier this year.  That is offering generous exterior spaces with a long aft deck designed to offer lounging in both shade and sun, and plenty of room for entertaining, along with wide side decks tucked behind deep safe bulwarks running forward to a stylish foredeck lounge, where a table and two banks of seating make the perfect spot for watching the sun-setting or rising, this area also joined by a large forward-facing sun-pad.  The Holterman Xtreme-60 will have an interior designed by Kitty van der Kamp who for this owner operated yacht opted for a two large suite cabins below deck, with a lounging area in between the cabins, and a living with aft galley on the main deck.  The Holterman X-treme 60 is to be powered by twin Volvo 300hp with line shaft propulsion for a top speed of up to twelve knots, and a cruise of eight knots which will deliver a range up to eleven hundred nautical miles. The Holterman Xtreme-60 is scheduled to go in the water in early 2024.

June 6, 2023

New Model: Van Den Hoven Voyager 50 Coupe

In early December 2022 Van Den Hoven delivered the first Voyager 50 Coupé to her delighted owners. This new smallest model in the Voyager series comes from a design by René van der Velden, with the sport yacht performing superbly in combination with elegance, space and comfort. The Voyager 50 Coupe has a sporty look that appeals to a younger crowd, along with a stylish and modern feel, and can also cruise into many European rivers and waters with lower bridges thanks to its lower profile. A single-level layout and low step make for easy accessibility, further enhanced by the aft deck, saloon, galley and steering position all being located on the same deck. The Voyager 50 Coupe is also a highly manoeuvrable yacht that is simple to sail, and operate with a high attention to detail thanks to a finishing of the highest level. The Voyager 50 Coupe is also equipped with fixed fin stabilisers that keep roll to an absolute minimum.  Van den Hoven Voyager 50 Coupe welcomes guests into the aft deck with a dinette offering the perfect sport for lounging or dining for up to six people which converts into a large sunbed for two. The stern features a large storage space with an electrically operated hatch to store bicycles and the like. The up and down hydraulic swimming platform can accommodate a tender of up to 3.85 metres. Wide and safe passage-ways lead to the foredeck where there is a sunbed and a forward looking seating area.  The Voyager 50 has an interior and can accommodates six persons in three cabins, all located on the lower deck with the master room located forward.  The Van den Hoven Voyager 50 Coupe is powered by twin Volvo 480hp with line shaft propulsion which give a top speed up to 22 knots,  As all Van Den Hoven Voyagers the 50 Coupe is built in aluminium, and for this can easy be customized to clients requests. 
Technical Data:
LOA - 15 m (49.2ft)
Beam - 4.80 m
Draft - 1.15 m
Displacement - 26 t
Fuel Capacity - 3000 l
Water Capacity - 1000 l
Accommodation - six berths in three cabins
Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 480hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - 22 knots max, seventeen cruise
Project - Rene van der Velden
Construction - aluminium

May 25, 2023

Project: Steeler Ocean Explorer 22M

Steeler is currently building the first Ocean Explorer 22M model set for a 2024 delivery.  This new Steeler will be the Dutch builder largest build to date and comes from a design of Studio Delta from the Netherlands, and will offer a three double cabins plus office space lower deck layout.  Build of steel the Steeler will feature a full displacement hull and is set to be powered by twin Man 394hp with line shaft propulsion for top speeds up to thirteen knots.

May 16, 2023

New Launch: Bering B76

Bering Yachts has launched B76 titled my Lemanja, a fully custom build explorer yacht made for long voyages and sitting just under 24 meters in size.  Rugged outside and powerful inside, this explorer yacht has been constructed as a good house offering a surprisingly spacious and comfortable space for her length. Her state-of-the-art design is optimized to provide the owner with full operation autonomy, and with a home feeling.  Bering B76 features an interior for six guests in three double cabins, with a twin bunk berth crew cabin.  Weighing at 148 tones loaded B76 offers a range of over 4,000 nautical miles. Twin Cummins engines give B76 a maximum speed of twelve knots and a cruise of nine. An alternative power source with solar energy and battery packs reduces the environmental footprint and increases the boat's autonomy. 
Technical Data:
LOA - 23.25 m (76.2ft)
Hull Length - 21.9 m
Beam - 5.90 m
Draft - 2.03 m
Displacement - 148 t loaded
Fuel Capacity - 22700 l
Water Capacity - 3698 l
Accommodation - six guests in three cabins, crew cabin with two berths
Engines - 2 x Cummins QSL9 404hp
Propulsion - ZF gearbox with direct line shaft and five bladed propeller 
Speed - eleven knots max, nine knots cruise
Range - 4000 nm at best cruise
Construction - AH-36 steel with 8 mm bottom and 6 mm sides, marine aluminium super structure, Alexseal paint with Teknomarine marine fairing

May 10, 2023

New Model: Boarncuiser 50 Traveller

The Boarncruiser 50 Traveller was one of the well received new models at the 2023 Dusseldorf boat show.  An unknown brand to many Boarnstream was founded in 1964, and today offers a line which starts at ten meters and goes up to twenty meters in four different lines.  Replacing the 49, the 50 Traveller is the largest offer of the four model Traveller line which starts with the 43.  Build of steel the 50 Traveller has a full displacement hull, while its low profile offers both the choice to do inland and or offshore cruising, a typical feature of Dutch builds in around this size.  The 50 Traveller offers an interior layout with an astern galley main deck, while the lower deck is a three double cabins, including of which is a master room at midships.  The third cabin offers a few choices and can be fitted as an office or an utility room.  Standard power is a single 175hp or twin Yanmar engines of the same power good for about ten knots max. 
Technical Data:
LOA - 15.30 m (50.2ft)
Hull Length - 14.99 m
Beam - 4.60 m
Draft - 1.25 m
Engines - single or twin Yanmar 175hp
Propulsion - V-drive line shaft
Speed - ten knots max
Hull Shape -  round bilge full displacement
Construction - steel
Project - 3D line design
Certification - CE A

April 27, 2023

New Model: Explorer Yacht 62

Explorer Yacht is a new Italian brand founded by ex-Sessa boss Riccardo Radice and German company Nurnberg Leasing.  The first Explorer model the 62 is designed by CentrostileDesign and Riccardo Radice, for what is an innovative and technically different explorer yacht which launched in 2022.  A new brand which shows a different purpose and innovative product is always exciting news and the Explorer with its debut 62 model manages to do this, especially in its main deck, which is one of the best interpretations of creating an inside-outside area, which thanks to sliding doors which fully open brings outside to the main deck.  The Explorer 62 is also an explorer yacht with substance, with all main systems onboard being double such as water-pumps, bilge-pumps, and double 50kg anchor with ship type gear set up.  Probably at eighteen meters one of the smallest yachts with such a system made or currently available in the market.  Another important technical aspect is the collision designed bulb which is completely water tight and insulated and is designed to minimize damage if one collides to semi-sunk solid objects during navigation.  The Explorer 62 offers an interior with four cabins, sleeping seven, with an owners stateroom at midships.  A crew berth cabin utility room is located aft to port side.  The Explorer 62 is powered by twin Volvo 600hp with IPS pod drives which give a top speed up to 24 knots and cruise of sixteen, with the possibility to cruise slower and longer and a range of about 700 nautical miles.
Technical Data:
LOA - 18.54 m (60.8ft)
Beam - 5.2 m
Draft - 1.40 m including drives and propellers
Displacement - 30 t dry
Fuel Capacity - 2800 l
Water Capacity - 900 l
Max Persons - sixteen
Accommodation - seven berths in four cabins, one crew cabin berth
Engines - 2 x Volvo D8 600hp
Propulsion - Volvo forward looking IPS800 dual propeller pod drives
Speed - 24 knots max 16 cruise. twelve knots long range
Range - 400 nm at fast cruise, 600 nm at long range
Hull Shape - semi displacement
Construction - fiberglass with carbon fibre
Project - Centrostile, Riccardo Radice

April 13, 2023

Project: Kadey-Krogen 60 Open

Kadey-Krogen present the project for a 60 Open model, which builds on the success of the 50 Open. The 60 Open will feature the same open living concept first shown on the smaller model, which seamlessly joins the salon and galley area with the pilothouse. As a result of the volume and use of space of the 60 Open, a day head can be easily added in the pilothouse to enhance liveability while on passage or on the hook. Belowdecks, the en-suite master is placed amidships and features a king-size berth to take full advantage of the 60 Open’s five meters plus beam. Additional highlights include twin John Deere 200hp diesel engines, transoceanic range yet an island-friendly draft of less than two meters, and several interior layout options including a three-stateroom, three-head layout with a convertible office area. Provisions for crew accommodations are also offered abaft the engine room.

March 27, 2023

New Model: Nordhavn N625

Nordhavn has just launched its new and first N625 model at the start of this month, arriving for commissioning in Dana Point, California. Designed by Nordhavn's Jeff Leishman the 625 is developed on the successful 60 platform, which was born from the 55 and is also the basis for the 63 models. Together these three models; 55, 60 and 63 have sold more then a hundred hulls, and now with this 625 that number will be going further upwards.  The Nordhavn N625 offers a single floor accommodation plan, with a technical area on the lower hull and a pilot house on top.  For this design solution she is a different offering a very living main deck, with the large Master and VIP staterooms on the forward part of the main deck.  The Nordhavn N625 is powered by a single John Deere 325hp engine.   
Technical Data:
LOA - 19.7 m (64.8ft)
Waterline Length - 17.4 m
Beam - 5.49 m
Draft - 2.02 m
Displacement - 62.6 t
Fuel Capacity - 8517 l
Water Capacity - 2271 l
Accommodation - four berths in two cabins
Engines - 1 x John Deere 6090AFM85 325hp
Propulsion - ZF gearbox with four bladed propellers
Construction - Vinilester resin in three layers, Gurti G80 core sandwich on hull sides
Project - Jeff Leishman