Showing posts with label New Model. Show all posts
Showing posts with label New Model. Show all posts

March 29, 2024

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

March 27, 2024

New Model: Wider WiLder 60

Wider debuted its stunning new WiLder 60 in early February 2024, launching it at the Wider Vision Hub, the brand’s 2023 opened shipyard in Fano, Italy. Delivering superyacht levels of custom finish and supermodel looks in eighteen meters plus a thrill-a-minute high-performance package, the WiLder 60 is the apogee of brilliance, designed and realized to exceptional exterior spaces and exquisite interior styling and finishing, conceived to appeal to the wilder side in us all. With design coming from Wider Centro Stile, the in-house design team, the first WiLder 60 is a showcase in Wider’s commitment to excellence and the genius of its new WiLder brand. The first WiLder 60 has been built for a European owner and her custom layout and finish has been completed to the owner’s exacting specifications. Coupled to the performance hull, which was developed by the naval architecture team at Wider Engineering, is an interior that features two twin guest suites amidships plus a forward owner’s cabin with inviting centerline double and starboard-side ensuite. Between the two is a saloon equipped with designer galley cabinet and a relaxation area with sofa and television. Interior touches include luxurious leathers in contrasting shades of beige, marbles, brilliantly conceived lighting and beautiful gloss finishes that draw on Wider’s extensive experience building some of the world’s finest superyachts. The sumptuous and sensual textiles and textures hint at elegant debauchery, the very essence of the WiLder 60’s raison d’ĂȘtre. Up top, the WiLder’s appeal to the wild side is clear there’s a forward party deck, aft social deck with sun-pads and alfresco dining area, and a central helm. From here, the owner will be able to fully enjoy the sparkling performance of the WiLder 60, propelled by twin Man 1300hp engines, achieving a cruising speed of 35 knots and a maximum speed of forty knots. A 325-nautical-mile range ensures that no party is too far. While the first WiLder 60 was launched at the Fano Vision Hub, where the testing of new models takes place, the WiLder series will be built at Wider’s Superyacht Hub in Venice, where two more bespoke WiLder 60s, each set to stun on their respective launches are already in build. The much-anticipated arrival of the first WiLder 60 also marks Wider’s second significant milestone in this 2024, following the launch of the WiderCat92, the brand’s first multihull. Both these striking additions to the Wider fleet are not only symbolic of engineering and design talent that lies within the company, but also of its path of growth from groundbreaking superyachts into all areas of the bespoke yacht market.
Technical Data:
LOA - 18.94 m (62.2ft)
Beam - 5.43 m
Draft - 1.05 m
Displacement - 33 t *full load
Fuel Capacity - 3000 l
Water Capacity - 950 l
Accommodation - six berths in three cabins
Engines - 2 x Man V8 1300hp
Propulsion - Top System TS80 surface drives
Speed - forty knots max 35 cruise
Range - 240 nautical miles at cruise
Construction - 5083 aluminium
Project - Centro Stile Wider, Wider Engineering Department
Certification - CE B

March 25, 2024

New Model: Jet Tern Artemis 39

Jet Tern has in November debuted its Artemis 39, presented at the twelfth Dongguan Taiwan Fair in Dongguan, China.  The Artemis 39 presents itself as Jet Tern's entry level model into its Artemis planning boat line which debuted as addition to its famous Selene explorer yacht line in 2009 with the 46 model.   Designed by Romanian designer Andrei Rochian, the Artemis 39 presents itself as a hard-top sport cruiser with an extended hard-top covering all the cockpit, and a lower deck offering two cabins sleeping four.  In between the cabins is a C-shaped dinette which converts to a double berth, galley opposite, and shower head to port side midships.  The Artemis 39 is powered by twin Mercury diesels 420hp with stern drive propulsion for a declared top speed up to 27 knots.
Technical Data: 
LOA - 11.98 m (39.3ft)
Beam - 3.69 m
Draft - 0.72 m ex drives and propellers
Displacement - 10.5 t
Fuel Capacity - 900 l
Water Capacity - 260 l
Accommodation - four berths in two cabins, plus two berths
Engines - 2 x Mercury QSD 4.2 320hp
Propulsion - stern drives
Speed - 27 knots max 23 knots cruise
Project - Andrei Rochian
Certification - CE B

March 20, 2024

New Model: Nordhavn 51

Announced in early 2021 it's been a bit of time coming for the Nordhavn 51, but finally the first unit has been launched in Turkey.  The Nordhavn 51 looks set to come as a replacement to the 52 although she is a bit smaller and leaner, with a shallower draft.  Like the 41 she is build in Turkey, the second Nordhavn model to be build outside of Taiwan.  Designed by Jeff Leishman the Nordhavn 51 gets a bit more modern take on its traditional looks, and here we see the addition of larger glazed windows for both the lower cabin deck, and the main deck saloon area.  The Nordhavn 51 offers a two cabins lower deck with an an owners stateroom at midships, and a guest suite forward.  For fifteen meters she has some interesting features like completely separate two cabins, and a third day head, which can be replaced as a cabinet.  The Nordhavn 51 is powered by twin John Deere 160hp for speeds up to ten knots, and cruise of eight for a long range over three thousand nautical miles.
Technical Data:
LOA - 15.47 m (50.9ft)
Waterline Length - 4.7 m
Beam - 4.78 m
Draft - 1.45 m
Displacement - 32.5 t
Fuel Capacity - 5489 l
Water Capacity - 1325 l
Accommodation - four berths in two cabins
Engines - 2 x John Deere 4045AFM85 160hp
Propulsion - ZF transmission with four blaze bronze propellers
Speed - ten knots max eight knots cruise
Range - 3000 nautical miles at seven knots
Construction - solid fiberglass bottom with core sides and upper structure, vinylester resins
Project - Jeff Leishman
Certification - CE A

March 18, 2024

New Model: Azimut Fly 72

The circle keeps on coming complete for Azimut with the new Fly 72 being the latest to take the Alberto Mancini design treatment outside.  The Azimut Fly 72 replaces the Righini designed 72 Flybridge which launched in 2015 after nearly eight years of production, and is also a new shaft propulsion yacht in its Fly line since 2018, which was the 55 Flybridge which debuted at Dusseldorf of that year.  As is usual to  Alberto Mancini for the Azimut Fly 72 he continues to show a sporty element in his designs, leaner and horizontal characterized clean lines, which further emphasize the sculptural tension that characterizes the Fly Series. Fabio Fantolino responsible for the interior on the other hand, renders the Fly 72 according to his distinctive style aimed at seeking perfect harmony between elegance, design and technique. The interiors are designed with a transversal stylistic approach, also evident in the choice of materials and shapes: wood combined with precious materials such as bronze and glossy lacquers, and shapes balanced between linearity and softness.  The Azimut Fly 72 also comes with a few options form the choice to make a 42 inch Lift TV on the flybridge, to the most important one of an Enclosed or Open galley on the main deck.  Down below the Azimut Fly 72 has a traditional four double cabins layout, with a master stateroom at midships, VIP suite forward, and two double cabins.  A crew cabin with two berths is located aft.  The Azimut Fly 72 is powered by two 1400hp Man engines with line shaft propulsion which give a cruise of 26 knots and reach a top speed up to 31 knots.  
Technical Data:
LOA - 22.57 m (74.1ft) with pulpit
Beam - 5.62 m
Draft - 1.82 m with props and full load
Displacement - 53.5 t full load
Fuel Capacity - 5200 l
Water Capacity - 1100 l
Accommodation - eight guests in four cabins, two crew in one cabin
Engines - 2 x Man CR V12 1400hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - 31 knots max 26 cruise
Hull Shape - modified Vee with fifteen degrees deadrise aft
Construction - fiberglass with carbon fiber
Project - Alberto Mancini exterior, Fabio Fantolino interior, Pier Luigi Ausonio naval architect
Certification - CE A, NMMA

March 16, 2024

New Model: Ferretti Custom Line Navetta 38

The first Custom Line Navetta 38 superyacht touched the water for the first time on Wednesday January 31, at the Ferretti Group Superyacht Yard in Ancona, during a ceremony attended by the owner family and the shipyard’s employees, who witnessed the launch of the first hull super yacht with great pride and satisfaction. Multiple features ensure that the owner and his family will have a unique cruising experience on board this superyacht, with sophisticated combinations of elegance and live-ability, timelessly classic style, immersive continuity between interiors and exteriors, and direct contact with the sea, not least thanks to the generous and versatile beach club. Replacing the Navetta 37 after seven years of production and fifteen hulls the Custom Line Navetta 38 was designed, engineered and built at the Ferretti Group Superyacht Yard in Ancona and is the result of a joint design effort by the Ferretti Group Product Strategy Department and its Engineering Department as directed by Piero Ferrari. Ferretti's Custom Line Navetta 38 is a semi-custom yacht measuring over 38 meters in length with a displacement hull and a total volume of 299 gross tonnage characterized by innovative exterior and interior design and outstanding seagoing performance. The exterior styling is by Filippo Salvetti, while the interior design is by ACPV Architects Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel. Custom Line Atelier provided vital interior design consulting, working in close contact with the owner to transform the yacht into a faithful portrait of his style preferences. A hymn to the values of quality, volume and comfort extending across four decks, the new Custom Line Navetta 38 has in fact been designed to maximize use of all the spaces available on its four decks. In more detail, it has a large master suite of over forty square meters on the main deck, with completely separated crew and guest flows to ensure maximum privacy. In addition to the master suite, Custom Line Navetta 38 has four guest cabins on the lower deck, accommodating a total of ten people on board and seven crew members, including the captain. The exterior design of Custom Line Navetta 38 is classic, timeless and clean, featuring essential and elegant sculptural lines enhanced by generous glazed surfaces and forming a harmonious blend of maritime tradition and stylish innovation. The yacht’s interiors are designed for maximum use of space, with optimum control of all volumes and functional exploitation of the entire available surface area to ensure flexibility. Natural light is amplified by huge floor-to-ceiling windows, creating stylish continuity between external and internal spaces and a feeling of perfect harmony with the marine environment.  Custom Line 38 is powered by twin Man 1400hp for a top speed up to fifteen knots, a cruise of twelve, and long range of 2800 nautical miles at ten knots.
Technical Data:
LOA - 38.76 m (127.2ft)
Hull Length - 38.6 m
Waterline Length - 33.8 m
Beam - 7.9 m
Draft - 2.27 m
Displacement - 200t unloaded, 241 t loaded, 299 gt*volume
Fuel Capacity - 34,000 l
Water Capacity - 4000 l
Accommodation - ten guests in five cabins, seven crew in four cabins
Max Persons - twenty
Engines - 2 x Man V12CR 1400hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - fifteen knots max, twelve knots cruise, ten knots long range
Range - 2800 nautical miles at ten knots
Hull Shape - displacement
Project - Filippo Salvetti exterior, Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel interior, Ferretti Group engineering

March 14, 2024

New Model: Tornado 50SR

Tornado has during the 2023 Genoa boat show presented the new 50SR.  The new SR is the third and high performance version of the Tornado 50 which debuted in 2010, and was updated in 2018 with the S variant.  Unlike the 50S, the Tornado 50SR is powered by twin FPT 650hp engines with surface drives propulsion for top speeds up to 43 knots.  For the remaining the Tornado 50SR keeps the livability of the other Tornado Yachts 50 models offering a traditional Mediterranean layout cockpit deck with aft sun-pad, dinette and wet bar.  The lower deck in the 50SR is also unchanged with three double cabins; forward master, twin double cabins and L-shaped sofa in between the cabins.  The Tornado 50SR also did a test run in serious conditions by competing in the prologue of the Venezia-Montecarlo shortened race up to Rodi Garganico the past July, taking fifth place overall, but also placing first of the production boats competing.
Technical Data:
LOA - 16.20 m (53.1ft)
Beam - 4.36 m
Draft - 0.90 m ex props
Displacement - 14,500 kg dry, 19,000 kg loaded
Fuel Capacity - 1500 l
Water Capacity - 300 l
Accommodation - six berths in three cabins, plus two 
Engines - 2 x FPT 650hp
Propulsion - Jolly surface drives
Speed - 43 knots max 32 cruise
Project - Francesco Guida

March 12, 2024

New Model: Majesty Yachts 62 M

For the Dubai 2024 boat show Majesty Yachts launched its new 62 M.  Building on the success of her predecessor, the Majesty 62, the 62 M is designed with the Maldivian market in mind, arriving on the scene as a Tropical Weekender: a compact yet spacious yacht dedicated for the requests of this growing market.  For this purpose the Majesty 62 M features a two large cabins below deck, and a main deck without lower helm, but all designed around chilling and lounging spaces.  The Majesty 62 M is powered by twin 1150hp Cat engines for top speeds up to thirty knots.
Technical Data:
LOA - 18.78 m (61.7ft)
Beam - 4.98 m
Draft - 1.20 m
Displacement - 35 t half load
Fuel Capacity - 3796 l
Water Capacity - 568 l
Accommodation - four berths in two cabins, one berth crew cabin
Engines - 2 x Cat C18 1150hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - thirty knots max, twenty cruise, ten knots long range
Range - 802 nautical miles at ten knots
Construction - hand lay-up fiberglass with Isophtalic gelcoat, vinylester and polyester resins
Certification - CE B

March 9, 2024

New Model: Hargrave 116 Tri-deck

Hargrave has been synonymous with high end yacht design from the sixties and in super yacht construction since the end nineties, manufacturing over sixty super yachts above 24 meters since that time.  Now Hargrave has launched its latest super yacht the 116 Tri-deck titled m/y Rome Foxtrot and F118 during project stages.  This new 35 meters triple-deck design from Hargrave Yachts comes with full wide-body design forward offering a spacious five-stateroom layout, and an immensely spacious a full beam master suite to forward of the main deck. The Hargrave 116 Tri-deck also offers crew accommodation for eight; three cabins plus lobby to forward of the lower deck, and a captains cabin with double bed behind the wheel-house.  The Hargrave 116 Tri-deck is powered by twin 1900hp Cat engines for top speed up to twenty knots and a cruise of seventeen.
Technical Data:
LOA - 35.36 m (116ft)
Waterline Length - 31.3 m
Beam - 7.96 m
Draft - 1.82 m
Displacement - 210 t, 317 gt*volume
Fuel Capacity - 31608 l
Water Capacity - 4921 l
Accommodation - ten guests in five cabins, eight crew in four cabins
Engines - 2 x Cats C32 1900hp
Propulsion - ZF5000 gearbox with line shaft and five blade class S propellers
Speed -twenty knots max seventeen cruise
Construction - fiberglass with carbon fiber reinforced upper structure, Awlcraft 2000 paint finish
Project - Hargrave, Shelley interior
Certification - RINA

March 7, 2024

New Model: BlueGame BGM75

A power catamaran with a new vision! BlueGame's BGM75 is the first model of the BGM range, a power catamaran which does not fit into an existing segment but creates a new one.  A parallel segment away from the current multihulls available on the market.  Primarily because from the first glance, the shape of this 22 meter yacht moves away from the “boxy” shape of a catamaran, thanks to the reduced width in favor of a ratio between beam and length closer to a mono-hull. This allows for the horizontal surfaces between the two hulls to connect creating a single volume, as if the BGM75 was a mono-hull, but with larger spaces and the possibility of having a full beam owner’s cabin of extraordinary dimensions. Also viewed from the stern, BGM75 is not comparable to traditional catamarans, thanks to an elegant and balanced mono-hull which ‘incidentally’ has two hulls. BGM75 was launched during the Cannes 2023 boat show after three years of meticulous studies and analysis, culminating in the construction of a full-scale prototype of the hull to validate the research data, guarantee unparalleled sailing comfort and confirm the advantages of this particular multihull setting in terms of sustainability. In this large time dedicated to design, Bernardo Zuccon and Piero Lissoni, world famous designers, have fully grasped the power of such an avant-garde project, giving respectively a contribution to the external lines that makes them today the classics of the future, and for interiors with an original approach in terms of lay-out, use of spaces and materials, resulting in maximum comfort, refinement and distinctive livability. For all these reasons, BGM75 perceives itself to be much more than a yacht, it’s the firstborn of a new concept that BlueGame will develop over different ranges, with a smaller BGM already in planning stages.
Technical Data:
LOA - 22.70 m (74.4ft)
Hull Length - 20.3 m
Beam - 8.15 m
Draft - 1.30 m full load
Displacement - 48 t unloaded
Fuel Capacity - 6000 l
Water Capacity - 1800 l
Accommodation - six berths in three cabins, or eight berths in four cabins, 3 crew in 2 cabins
Max Persons - sixteen
Engines - 2 x Volvo D13 800hp
Propulsion - Volvo IPS1050 forward looking pod drives
Speed - 22 knots max, twenty cruise
Project - Briand concept and hull design, Zuccon exterior, Lissoni interior
Certification - CE B

March 5, 2024

New Model: Swan Overshadow 13.0 m

Nautor Swan continues the expansion in its motor yacht division by presenting Swan OverShadow, a thirteen meter sport cruiser redefining the concept of enjoying life at sea. The elegance and style of Nautor Swan’s has been perfectly reinterpreted by Jarkko JĂ€msĂ©n, resident Swan Shadow designer, focusing on the main elements in the Finnish brand’s DNA: quality, innovation, performance and reliability. The Swan OverShadow is based on the high-performing hull of the Swan Shadow, which is particularly efficient and seaworthy, with the difference of an inboard engine with stern-drive propulsion and two alternative layout configurations upper and below deck. The flush deck offers great livability with an external wet bar equipped with a galley, and an over two-meter-long sunbed. A very generous dining area deploys around the sofas for a convivial vibe. The ample space on the deck has been made possible by positioning the sunbed more aft over the inboard engines. This also frees up the stern area, providing a more functional aft deck for the driver to maneuver, making the boat easier to handle. The stern platform has the same functionality as in the Swan Shadow, with three positions: central position for driving, upper position serving as a passarelle, and below water level position for easier access to the water when swimming or doing watersports. The brand-new Swan OverShadow features a high and wide windshield, offering more protection in the cockpit and ensuring more safety and comfort for the driver and co-pilot while cruising at higher speeds. The full, closed bow of the design creates more space in front below deck, where OverShadow features two alternative layouts: a double or a twin bed configuration. The double offers more comfort when spending a weekend away, while the twin configuration offers more floor space, creating a seating area. Both layouts feature a larger and more spacious head than their predecessor.
Technical Data:
LOA - 13 m (42.6ft)
Waterline Length - 10.8 m
Beam - 4.3 m
Draft - 1.2 m
Displacement - 8500 kg light
Fuel Capacity - 950 l
Water Capacity -
Accommodation - two berths
Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 400hp, D6 440hp
Propulsion - Volvo DPI  dual propeller stern drives
Speed - 42 knots max with Volvo 440hp, 37 with 400hp
Hull Shape - twin stepped Vee 
Project - Jarkko Jamsen
Certification - CE B10/C12/D18  

March 2, 2024

New Model: Astondoa AX8

During the fall of 2023, and just making it in time for the Genoa boat show in September, Spanish yacht builder Astondoa debuted its new AX8 model.  An explorer inspired looking super yacht with a lot of spaces both inside and outside as designed by Christian Gatto, the AX8 is the precursor of a new line by Astondoa prioritizing spaciousness and living spaces to the maximum of its size and length, with exteriors that open to the sea and interiors with large ceiling to floor windows, which brings inside outside.  The Astondoa is also offered in two options for all its areas, from a separate or open with the saloon helm station in the enclosed-flybridge deck, to galley on the main or lower deck, and three or four double cabins.  The Astondoa AX8 also features an option for the fore-deck lounge available with a C-shaped dinette and bench forward or opposite facing settees.  Powered by twin Volvo 1000hp with IPS pod drives propulsion the Astondoa AX8 has a top speed of 23 knots and cruises at fifteen knots.
Technical Data:
LOA - 24.46 m (80.2ft)
Beam - 6.22 m
Draft - 1.51 m
Displacement - 56 t unloaded, 69 t loaded 
Fuel Capacity - 7000 l
Water Capacity - 1500 l
Max Persons - eighteen
Accommodation - eight guests in four cabins, or six guests in four cabins, 3/4 crew in 2 cabins
Engines - 2 x Volvo D13 1000hp
Propulsion - Volvo IPS1350 forward looking dual propeller pod drives
Speed - 23 knots max, fifteen cruise
Range - 420 nautical miles at fifteen knots  
Project - Christian Gatto
Certification - RINA CE A

February 28, 2024

New Model: Aquila 42 Yacht

Debuting in 2023, Aquila presented the 42 Yacht, a twelve meter Power Catamaran designed by VPLP of Marc Van Peteghem and Vincent Lauriot Prevost from France.  Entry level of Aquila Yachts range which today spans four models up to 22 meters, the 42 Yacht is built to CE Category A and is standard equipped with advanced electronics packages, and powered by standard twin Volvo 230, and optional 300hp or Yanmar 370hp.  With Volvo 300hp the Aquila 42 Yacht reaches a top speed of 22 knots and can cruise for over one thousand nautical at five knots.  For those who want more speed you can get the optional Yanmar 370hp with Hydrofoil in between the  hulls which will give top speeds up to 28 knots. The Aquila 42 Yacht features three entertainment areas; aft deck, saloon area serviced by a full astern galley, and flybridge as served by the wet-bar.  The Aquila 42 comes with a standard layout offering two cabins plus an utility cabin in between the hulls sleeping five, with optional layouts offering six berths in three cabins, or eight berths in four cabins.
Technical Data:
LOA - 12.64 m (41.6ft)
Beam - 6.4 m
Draft - 1.10 m with sacrificial keel
Displacement - 15,700 kg light, 19,000 kg loaded
Fuel Capacity - 1100 l
Water Capacity - 460 l
Max Persons - 24
Accommodation - five berths in three cabins, or 6 berths in 3 cabins, or 8 berths in 4 cabins
Engines - 2 x Volvo D4 230hp, D4 300hp, Yanmar 370hp
Propulsion - line shaft with four blade propellers running in moulded tunnels
Speed -  22 knots max eighteen cruise, five knots long range with Volvo 300hp, 28 knots max with Yanmar 370hp and foil option
Range - 1000 nm at five knots
Hull Shape - twin catamaran hull with bulbous bow, Hydrofoil option for speed increase
Construction - resin infusion with Vinilester resin and PVC core 
Project - VPLP design of Marc Van Peteghem and Vincent Lauriot Prevost
Certification - CE A8/B12/C16/D24

February 26, 2024

New Model: Release Boatworks 43 Flybridge Dayboat

Release Boatworks presents the all-new 43-foot Flybridge Dayboat. Inspired in looks to one of the most venerated sport-fish boats ever built, the 43 Merritt, Release Boatworks new 43 Flybridge Dayboat takes that classic design to a whole new level of sophistication and performance. Hull number one of the 43 Flybridge Dayboat, titled Riser and to be based in Florida, retains the beautiful, classic look favored by many hardcore fishermen, but comes built with cutting edge technology and state-of-the-art materials. These include a hull built using blister resistant modified epoxy resin, vacuum infused using Airex foam cores with e-glass hybrid fiberglass laminates to maximize strength while minimizing weight. The interior of the hull gets an isophthalic gelcoat topcoat with a durable high gloss polyurethane coating, and the exterior consists of high performance isophthalic gelcoat with superior gloss, flexibility, and outstanding weathering characteristics. The stringers are built with fiberglass encapsulated foam, and the bulkheads are vacuum infused with composite cores. The extensive use of composite materials throughout the boat creates an incredibly strong finished product and saves a great deal of weight, providing superior performance. Release Boatworks 43 Flybridge Dayboat has a hull designed by by Erwin Gerards for outstanding seakeeping abilities and performance, and with standard twin Cummins 550 cruises at thirty and tops out at 35 knots. Want more speed the 43 Flybridge Dayboat can be powered by larger engines up 725hp from Cummins or Volvo.
Technical Data:
LOA - 13.10 m (43ft)
Beam - 4.39 m
Draft - 1.14 m including propellers rudders
Displacement - 14968 kg loaded
Fuel Capacity - 2271 l
Water Capacity - 378 l
Accommodation - four berths in two cabins, or two berths in  one cabin
Engines - 2 x Cummins QSB 550hp, QSC 600hp, QSM 715hp, Volvo D8 600hp, D11 725hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - 35 knots max 30 cruise with Cummins 550hp
Range - 365 nautical miles at cruise
Hull Shape - modified Vee with 14.5 degrees deadrise aft
Construction - epoxy resin with E-glass, vacuum bagged with Airex foam cores
Project - Erwin Gerards naval architect hull shape 

February 23, 2024

New Model: Heesen 55-meter YN 20255

Heesen is delighted to announce the delivery of the first yacht of the restyled 55-metre series following intensive tests in the North Sea. Titled m/y Iris Blue Heesen yard number 20255 met all the required specifications, and the tests were conducted smoothly and according to plans. During the second day of trials, the super yacht was tested in rough sea conditions, with waves up to 1.7 metres from north to northwest and westerly to north-westerly winds with gusts up to 28 knots. Just like her foresisters, YN 20255 proved to be highly responsive, accepting steering commands immediately. The use of large rudders in conjunction with a powerful steering unit makes for a very quick reaction, as does the high pitch of the propellers. The overall effect instils great confidence in the captain when manoeuvring in strong wind conditions. Frank Laupman of Omega Architects, the original designer of this series, carried out the restyle of the exterior lines. The design restyling lends the super yacht a more assertive stance on the water. The owner's quarters now feature a veranda on the starboard side, which is a truly transformative innovation. This feature is something truly unique that fundamentally changes the space experience in the 78 sqm stateroom, which now also includes new walk-in wardrobes. The possibility to access an outdoor area in complete privacy is a wonderful addition to this space. The layout has also been reconsidered and now features a larger sundeck with a bar around the whirlpool forward. On the main deck, the central atrium has been modernised, with a wider and revised main staircase, while there is an additional companionway from the wheelhouse deck up to the sun deck to ease crew access.
Technical Data:
LOA - 55 m (180.5ft)
Beam - 9.6 m
Draft - 2.25 m half load
Displacement - 760 gt*volume
Fuel Capacity - 100,000 l
Water Capacity - 24,000 l
Accommodation - twelve guests in six cabins, thirteen crew in seven cabins
Engines - 2 x MTU 8v4000 M63 1341hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - fifteen knots max, thirteen knots cruise
Range - 4500 nautical miles at cruise
Hull Shape - Fast Displacement Hull Form
Construction - steel
Project - Frank Laupman of Omega exterior, Luca Dini interior

February 21, 2024

New Model: Vicem Classic 55 Flybridge

Vicem has launched its latest Classic 55 Flybridge, a traditional looking motor yacht designed inhouse by the Turkish yacht builder.  Unlike other Vicem's the 55 Flybridge is to be fully build in fiberglass, a method the Tuzla located Turkish yacht builder seems to be embracing in its smaller sizes.  Still the Classic 55 Flybridge is a bespoke build, with some important options which suits to the buyer, for two or three double cabin options, to shaft drive or Volvo IPS pod propulsion.  Hull one as pictured above featured a two cabins lower deck, with a galley down and VIP suite to  midships, and was powered by twin Volvo 550hp with IPS pod drives.
Technical Data:
LOA - 16.85 m (55.3ft)
Beam - 4.41 m
Draft - 1.12 m
Displacement - 22,000 kg
Fuel Capacity - 2000 l
Water Capacity - 757 l
Max Persons - eight
Accommodation - four berths in two cabins, or six berths in three cabin
Engines - 2 x Volvo D8 550hp
Propulsion - Volvo forward looking IPS pod drives
Speed - 26 knots max twenty cruise
Hull Shape - semi displacement
Construction - vinylester resin, sandwich with PVC core
Project - Vicem Yachts
Certification - CE B

February 19, 2024

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

February 17, 2024

New Model: Arcadia A96

Arcadia debuted its new A96 model at the Cannes boat show in September 2023, a pocket super yacht of 29 metres in length-over-all and just short of eight metres in beam. The A96 is the next evolution from Arcadia which adds the unique features of its two product lines, huge stern terraces and easy manoeuvrable IPS propulsion system with twenty knots plus top speed typical of the Sherpa range, as well as embracing the immense volumes and sumptuously high level of services of the A line. As is always the case with Arcadia the focus on contact with nature runs deep: the yacht’s spaces merge into the surrounding panorama, while concept, external lines and onboard technology are all meticulously designed to offer total wellbeing, charting a new course for the brand. From the swim platform to the bow, the spaces flow seamlessly into one another, allowing the owner to choose between the conviviality of the main deck, a more discrete setting on the upper deck, and total privacy in the bow area. Sliding doors make for highly versatile living areas on the Main and Upper Decks, where the side and aft walls can be opened to transform these settings into open air spaces. High service standards are ensured by the separation of guest and crew flows, including a dedicated crew stairway, by the fully appointed pantry, and optionally by a second day toilet on the Upper Deck. There are five cabins: the owner’s full-beam, light-filled cabin is in the forward section of the Main Deck, while the four guest cabins are on the Lower Deck. For the interiors, the shipyard asked Igor Lobanov to privilege natural and, where possible, eco-friendly materials in a design characterized by soft lines and furnishings that have a pleasing hand feel, resulting in sleek curves and dark lacquered surfaces inspired by Art Deco. The colour palette is neutral and pale, with dark or metallic accents for contrast. A96 hull number one has three unique plus points in terms of volume, top speed up to 23 knots and sheer surface area, offering over four hundred square metres of liveable space. A lot of work went into optimizing weights, increasing structural comfort and boosting the efficiency of all the wiring and piping systems and the thermo-acoustic insulation of the engine room. The four Volvo Penta 1000hp engines with IPS pod propulsion in this unit offers easy manoeuvrability, thanks to joystick control and stability when pitching thanks to the interceptors and the satellite dynamic positioning system. The shallow draught and compact engine size mean that A96 can cruise in practically any waters. Thanks to collaboration with Volvo Penta and Garmin, hull one is also equipped with the most advanced port manoeuvring systems. Volvo based in Sweden supplied the Assisted Docking system that facilitates mooring operations, ensuring maximum safety in even the most demanding conditions. Finally Arcadia A96 can be fitted with the optional Silent Mode system rated over 100kWh and powered in part by solar panels, which guarantees up to nine hours of onboard life in silent mode, while the air-conditioning in the cabins is very quiet and ensures a uniform temperature in the various areas. Waveless Stab fins from CMC Marine round out the range for optimum comfort both under way and at anchor.
Technical Data:
LOA - 29.07 m (95ft)
Hull Length - 23.95 m
Waterline Length - 25.18 m
Beam - 7.92 m
Draft - 1.77 m includes drives
Displacement - 130 t full load, 230 gt* volume
Fuel Capacity - 12,700 l
Water Capacity - 2000 l
Accommodation - ten guests in five cabins, five crew in three cabins
Engines - 4 x Volvo D13 1000hp
Propulsion - quadruple Volvo IPS forward looking dual propeller pod drives
Speed - 23 knots max, nineteen knots cruise, twelve knots long range
Range - 1000 nautical miles at twelve knots
Hull Shape - semi displacement
Project - Igor Lebanov interior hull#01
Certification - CE A

February 12, 2024

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

February 10, 2024

New Model: Vanquish VQ115 Veloce

Vanquish Yachts proudly presents the launch of the very first VQ115 at the shipyard in the Netherlands, the largest member of the VQ family as yet.  The VQ115 is one of the world’s fastest aluminium super sport yacht with conventional engines. To achieve the desired power output, Vanquish Yachts has installed three MTU 2650hp engines backed up by surface drives and a design that was taken as the starting point for this speed machine.  The narrow hull has been developed to optimize comfort and performance levels and increase efficiency at top speeds. Twin Seakeeper stabilizers will safeguard comfort at all speeds on this smart synthesis of a sport boat and luxury yacht. Outdoor entertainment options abound on the VQ115 Veloce with an expansive foredeck, large aft deck and flybridge sunbathing area.   A large tender bay will house a VQ16, lifted by a hydraulic loading platform, while a second VQ11 tender is  located in a second garage to starboard, also home to a live bait tank, paddleboards, sea bobs and other toys.  The flybridge has been superbly integrated within a distinctive exterior profile, part of a pure design with clean lines and the elegant, instantly recognizable Vanquish look.  The main deck saloon of the first VQ115 is fully tailored to the owner’s wishes with movable furniture to allow flexibility of occasion and time of day.  Office space is included for when work calls, there is a neat pantry with its own cocktail bar, plus a day head to keep the lower deck private. Stairs rise to the sport flybridge above while the aft door opens fully to create a unified space with the aft deck: matching floors will ensure continuity between the outdoor and indoor spaces. The lower deck features a more extensive galley and a U-shaped seating area in a country kitchen style. Accommodations include a full-beam master suite, a VIP and a guest cabin, all with their own bathrooms. A dedicated media room includes a large television, a high-end sound system plus two Pullmans that bring the potential sleeping capacity to eight. There are also a cabin for four crew members located at midships.
Technical Data:
LOA - 35 m (114.8ft)
Beam - 6.70 m
Draft - 1.35 m
Displacement - 100 t
Fuel Capacity - 10,700 l
Water  Capacity - 
Max Persons - 32
Accommodation - six guests in three cabins, or eight guests in four cabins, 4 crew in 2 cabins
Engines - 3 x MTU V16 2650hp
Propulsion - surface drives. line shafts
Speed - fifty knots max with triple engines and MTU 2650hp, fifteen knots long tange
Range - 500 nautical miles at fifteen knots
Hull Shape - Petestep
Construction - aluminium
Project - Guide de Groot design, Studio Delta for hull shape