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

www.astondoa.es

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

www.aquilaboats.com

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 

www.releaseboatworks.com

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

www.heesenyachts.com

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

www.vicemyachts.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

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

www.arcadiayachts.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

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

www.vanquish-yachts.com

New Model: Jeanneau DB/37

Jeanneau continues to expand its DB line, by launching its second DB/37 model, which follows that of the DB/43 from 2022.  The new Jeanneau DB/37 is everything the bigger sister is in a two meters smaller package.  Camillo Garroni for the new Jeanneau DB/37 presents a sports cruiser full of day party features able to use all the eleven meters of deck space length for entertainment activities.  Like the bigger sister the DB/37 is full of modular features adding space outside when desired, from two port and starboard side drop down bulkheads which fold down to expand deck and bathing space, to transformative settees on the aft deck changing from a dinette, to a sun-pad, and to aft or forward looking settees while underway.  Down below the Jeanneau DB/37 is also an interesting proposition with a lower deck fully dedicated for two guest cabins; forward master cabin with with island double berth and midships guest cabin with twin single berths at midships, plus a well sized bathroom with separate shower.  The Jeanneau DB/37 is powered by twin Volvo 320hp diesel engines with stern drives, for speeds up to 34 knots.  An OB outboard version is also available, powered by twin Yamaha 450hp.  

Technical Data:

LOA - 11.84 m (38.9ft)

Hull Length - 9.97 m

Beam - 3.56 m

Draft - 1.17 m with drives down, 0.81 m without drives and propellers

Displacement - 7555 kg dry

Fuel Capacity - 2 x 357 l, 480l * outboard version 

Water Capacity - 250 l

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D4 320hp, Yamaha XTO 450hp*

Propulsion - Volvo dual-propellers DPI stern drives, Yamaha outboard

Speed - 34 knots max 25 cruising with Volvo 320hp diesel stern drives

Hull Shape - deep Vee with 20 degrees deadrise aft

Project - Camillo Garroni design, Michael Peters hull and naval architecture

Certification - CE B

www.jeanneau.com

New Model: Bavaria SR33

With the Bavaria SR33, the German production boat builder introduces another model to its successful sport cruiser SR line.  Following on the family feeling of the SR41 and the SR36 models, this new SR33 is also designed by Marco Casali, which now sees Bavaria complete its offer of ten to twelve meters sport cruisers.  This new entry level SR focus is for space to both outside and inside.  The exterior cockpit of the Bavaria SR33 takes about half the length, and is focused around a C-shaped dinette to port side, which features an opposite wet-bar, and aft sun-pad which extends in size with its movable backrest.  To forward of the dinette is a forward looking L-shaped lounger, with a single seat helm station opposite to starboard.  Down below the cabin area offers a galley with adjacent dinette for two/three persons, opposite shower head, forward double berth, and a separate double cabin at midships.  The Bavaria SR33 is powered by twin Volvo 300hp with stern drive propulsion.

Technical Data:

LOA - 11.40 m (37.4ft)

Hull Length - 10.8 m

Waterline Length - 9.71 m

Beam - 3.46 m

Draft - 0.86 m with drives and propellers, 0.70m without drives props

Displacement - 5887 kg  open, 6064 kg unloaded

Fuel Capacity - 500 l

Water Capacity - 250 l

Accommodation - four berths

Engines - 2 x Volvo D4 300hp

Propulsion - Volvo DPI duo-prop stern drive

Speed - 32 knots max 

Project - Marco Casali Too Design. Micad naval architecture

Certification - CE B8 / C10

www.bavariayachts.com

New Model: Ferretti 1000 Skydeck

For the year 2023 Ferretti Yachts presented the new 1000 Skydeck. An enclosed bridge version of the Ferretti 1000 which debuted in 2021, the 1000 Skydeck is mostly designed for the North American market.  The enclosed bridge in the Ferretti 1000 Skydeck takes about half of the available space in the top deck, and offers a large L-shaped settee to starboard with opposite entertainment area. To starboard is also a twin seat helm station with access to the side decks.  Opening the patio door of the Skydeck leads to a free aft area fitted with an L-shaped bar and three stools to starboard.  For the remaining the Filippo Salvetti designed 1000 Skydeck, keeps the same features of the Ferretti Yachts flagship, a raised pilot house design which offers four guest suites on the lower deck, and a master stateroom on the forward part of the main deck.  The Ferretti 1000 Skydeck also offers three cabins for five crew with this area also including a lobby with a small L-shaped lounger, all located on the forward part of the main deck.  The Ferretti 1000 Skydeck is powered by twin MTU 2186hp or 2400hp for top speeds up to 28 knots with the bigger engine option.

Technical Data:

LOA - 30.13 m (98.9ft)

Hull Length - 23.9 m

Beam - 6.81 m

Draft - 2.29 m

Displacement - 98000 kg unloaded, 111,000 kg loaded

Fuel Capacity - 9000 l

Water Capacity - 1320 l

Max Persons - twenty

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

Engines - 2 x MTU 16V2000M86 2186hp, 16V2000M96L 2400hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 24 knots 20 cruise with 2186hp, 28 knots max 24 cruise with MTU 2450hp

Project - Filippo Salvetti exterior, IdeaeItalia interior, Ferretti Group naval architecture

Certification - CE A, modules B+F+A1 sound emissions RINA 

www.ferrettiyachts.com

New Model: Colombo 40 Bellagio

In mid 2023 Colombo launched its new 40 Bellagio model, a replacement of the 36 Bellagio which was presented in 2011.  The Colombo 40 Bellagio comes from a design of CentroStile who presented an open sport day cruiser with a cabin accommodation for two, inline with the Como's builder historical heritage.  To the previous 36 the new 40 Bellagio gets a redesigned aft deck which is easier to use, with a central passage way leading to a deep safe cockpit which offers a settee to port side and wet-bar grill opposite.  The cabin with entry from a central door on the main deck offers an open layout which welcomes you with a settee to port side, shower head opposite, and forward twin berths which transform to a central double berth with a scissor movement.  The Colombo 40 Bellagio is powered by twin Volvo 300hp on stern drives and go up to 440hp with IPS pod drives, with a total eight power plants to chose including of which are four gas petrol engines. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 12.20 m (40ft)

Hull Length - 12.2 m

Beam - 3.76 m

Draft - 0.80 m ex running gear

Displacement - 7 t unloaded

Fuel Capacity - 1080 l

Water Capacity - 350 l

Accommodation - two berths

Max Persons - fourteen

Engines - 2 x Volvo D4 300hp, D4 320hp, D6 380hp*, D6 440hp*, V8 300hp**, V8 350hp**, V8 380hp**, V8 430hp** (*IPS pod drives, **petrol gas engines)

Propulsion - Volvo DPI or DPS duo prop stern drives, and or IPS forward looking pod drives

Project - CentroStile

Certification - CE B  

www.colomboboats.it

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: Sacs Rebel 50G

In the fall of 2023 Sacs debuted its new Rebel 50G model.  Designed by Christian Grande the Rebel 50G is one of the most complete maxi-ribs ever made, which escapes the narrative of a day boat with over-night accommodation, not because it cannot do that part of use, but also because can also be used as a yacht.  A fully enclosed fifteen meter hard-top the Rebel 50G offers a main enclosed living area with dinette and galley with its lower deck offering two double cabins; master cabin forward, and a twin berth cabin at midships.  An option exists to have the forward cabin replaced by an open entertainment area with J-shaped lounge to port side.  The options on the Sacs Rebel 50G do not stop here, with four options also available for the aft cockpit deck; garage/sun-pad, stern lounge, forward lounge, and free standing.  The Sacs Rebel 50G is powered by twin Volvo 725hp engines with IPS pod drives for top speeds up to 36 knots and a cruise of 28.

Technical Data:

LOA - 15.30 m (50.2ft)

Beam - 5.05 m

Draft - 0.83 m, 1.30 m with propellers

Displacement - 23 t

Fuel Capacity - 2 x 940 l

Water Capacity - 450 l

Max Persons - eighteen

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins, one cabin with convertible open lounge

Engines - 2 x Volvo D11 725hp

Propulsion - Volvo IPS forward looking dual propeller pod drives

Speed - 36 knots max 28 cruise

Range - 260 nautical miles at cruise

Hull Shape - V-shape

Construction - fiberglass with D-shape foam filled tubes

Project - Christian Grande

Certification - CE B

www.sacsmarine.it

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 

New Model: Itama 45RS

Itama 45RS came out in Summer 2023, a new update which follows the 45S presented in mid 2017, and the third version of the 45 model which debuted in 2011.  The new Itama 45RS features three important updates to the 45S, updated two cabin layout with larger shower head, renewed helm station dash, and flush hatches on the fore-deck.  The Itama 45RS cabin layout has been redesigned to offer a larger shower head, located in the same port-side area of the previous model, but now longer in length.  Ferretti Group did this by moving the galley to port side from starboard, and the L-shaped dinette the other way round.  The 45RS new helm station dashboard is redesigned to feature two twelve-inch multi-function displays which can be upgraded to twin sixteen-inch in the optional version.  The helm station is also now finished in carbon-fibre, with a wheel clad in fabric coordinated with the outdoor upholstery or alternatively on request in teak.  For the remaining the Itama 45RS keeps the features of the 45S, including the central windscreen opening which also creates a comfortable and safe passageway to the foredeck.  The Itama 45RS is powered like the 45S from twin Cummins 550hp on integrated U-drive line shafts for top speeds up to 34 knots, and a cruise of 29 knots for a range up to 200 nautical miles. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 13.82 m (45.4ft)
Hull Length - 12.48 m
Waterline Length - 10.84 m
Beam - 3.95 m
Draft - 1.33 m
Displacement - 12,200 kg unloaded, 15,200 kg loaded
Fuel Capacity - 1130 l
Water Capacity - 330 l
Accommodation - four berths in two cabins, or two berths in one cabin
Max Persons - 12
Engines - 2 x Cummins QSB 6.7 550hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - 34 knots max 29 knots cruise
Range - 200 nm at 29 knots cruise
Project - Marco Casali, Ferretti Group Engineering

www.itama-yacht.com

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

www.omikronyachts.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