Sport Cruiser Catches Fire in Coconut Grove Marina Florida

A twelve meter sport cruiser reportedly unattended went on fire while berthed at 2550 South Bayshore Drive, Coconut Grove, Florida at about 21:30 hours of Friday 21 July.  Miami fire rescue responded to the fire, and managed to control it in less to hour.  A delicate operation also because the sport cruiser was berthed near Monty Raw Bar Restaurant.  No one was injured from the flames, with the fire fighters also controlling the fire and stopping it from spreading to other boats and the nearby restaurant.  An investigation is under way to what caused the fire what seems to have started in the engine room, and then spreading upwards.

The boat in this fire is a Cruisers 390 Sports Coupe, as produced from 2007 to 2011.  The 390 Sports Coupe came out as a replacement to the 370 Express and was replaced by the Cruisers 41 Cantius in 2011.

Sea Ray Ends Beached in Lago Maggiore

A nine meter Sea Ray sport cruiser ended beached in the Camporella area of Lago Maggiore in the North of Italy on the evening night of 21 July.  A costly error of navigation which according to reports from the area made the sport cruiser do about thirty meters in low water before ending aground, mostly because the Lake is currently sitting about one meter less in tide to what is on current electronic charts.  

The Sea Ray in this beaching is a 305 Sundancer as produced from 2009 to 2017, strictly for the European market, but based on the 2003 launched 315 Sundancer with some design differences, like the radar arch, port holes, and the addition of a three part hard-top option. The 305 Sundancer was replaced by the Sea Ray 320 Sundancer.

Two People Saved from Baja Powerboat Fire in Traverse Bay

Two people where saved when a Baja six meter powerboat went on fire and then sank in West Grand Traverse Bay, Michigan on Friday 21 July.  Nathan Greenwood the good Samaritan which saved the two boaters also filmed the event, and the moment the two crew finally decide to jump into the water.  It was an intense moment with the two boaters looking to be out of senses walking around the Baja powerboat while it is burning more each second, and finally after some shouts of encouragement by the Greenwoods decide to let it go and jump into the water.  The Baja powerboat sank in over twenty meters of water and was recovered the following Sunday by Lake Marine Services.

The Baja in this fire is a 21 Hammer model as produced from 1997 to 2000.  The 21 Hammer was the performance looking powerboat of five models sharing the same hull, including the more powerful and three foot longer Baja H2X.

Project: Feadship 71.75m Sakura Hull. 827

Sakura is the Japanese name for ‘cherry blossom’. The 71.75-metre Feadship is named after Japan’s most enduring natural symbol for two reasons: her flowing organic lines and her diesel-electric propulsion that is future-focused on more sustainable yachting. Sakura is instantly recognizable but discreetly calming, with clean exterior styling by Studio De Voogt inspired by the simple yet sophisticated lines of Feadship’s Pure concept and exudes a distinctive poise and grace. From the extended sundeck forward to the seven-metre swimming pool aft, the exterior profile is perfectly balanced and at home on the water.  Feadship project Sakura will have interiors by Italian firm FM, who are going into a Japandi style.  Sold six weeks after its announcements Sakura is to be delivered in May 2025.

www.feadship.nl

New Launch: Heesen 67m YN 20067

Heesen has launched YN 20067, named m/y Sparta. At 66 metres, YN 20067 is Heesen largest steel super yacht so far. Sparta grew out of the Project Avanti concept which Heesen presented with Winch Design at the Monaco Yacht Show in 2018. YN 20067 immediately impressed for its yacht's athletic lines, and the design has remained true to the original concept, with only minor adjustments made to the swimming pool. Winch Design expertly incorporated Heesen's DNA to create a unique, low-profile, sporty, and elegant yacht that looks simply stunning on the water. YN 20067 sports a classic Snow White livery with a contemporary touch: metallic Venetian red and metallic anthracite grey accents that give her a particularly dashing look. The super yacht's profile is characterised by a reverse bow, augmenting her apparent length and emphasising her slender form, which is complimented by a bold and assertive sweep of thermo-bonded tinted glass from bow to stern.  The lifestyle on board YN 20067 revolves around family and togetherness. The centre of the social whirl is on the main deck aft, where a full-beam main saloon connects perfectly with the low, open-air beach terrace for enjoying life in and next to the sea. A transformer passerelle platform provides easy access to the water, while the 6.5m infinity pool is also a breath-taking sight, offering a visual link between onboard life and the vastness of the ocean.  This Heesen super yacht outdoor spaces feature custom-designed furniture by Winch Design and beautifully crafted by Siebensee and Leerdam. A matching custom limo tender, a mini version of the mothership, is conveniently stored, along with the water toys, behind the gullwing doors of the forward garage.  Winch Design made the most of the yacht's generous 1,200 GT interior volume. The general arrangement boasts two separate owner's suites on a private deck and four guest suites on the main deck. A movable partition separates the forward suites to create a full-beam VIP or a large playroom for younger family members. An elegant staircase and glass elevator serve all three decks. The lower deck is home to a 65 sqm wellness area, Japanese-inspired, featuring an elliptical whirlpool, steam room, sauna, gym, and beauty area. Carefully considered movement flows throughout the accommodation areas will allow the crew to work efficiently and unobtrusively.  The Winch Design interior is based around three different elements, with each deck representing a different component: the lower deck is themed around water, the main deck around earth, and the upper deck around air. Linking all the elements are the staggered panels of an oak staircase by London furniture maker Alex Hull, with vertical lighting to bring its intricate carving to life.  The earth-themed main saloon features dining chairs with seat backs upholstered in real palm leaf. In the relaxed seating area, a large coffee table takes centre stage, made from two parts of a dark-stained trunk of oak, and featuring a leaf-shaped, forest green marble top with a leather finish, to provide a tactile and 3D effect.  The décor of the master suite on the upper deck aft beautifully captures the lightness of air, using soft fabrics, sky blues, mother-of-pearl inlays and an abstract patterned Tai Ping carpet. In contrast, the forward section is centred around the theme of space, with a constellation wall artwork as the focal point.  YN 20067 stunning interior features exquisite cabinetwork created by Heesen Yachts Interiors, with technical areas and crew quarters crafted at the shipyard. Heesen is one of the few shipyards in the world to own its fine cabinet-making company in Winterswijk in the eastern Netherlands.  Heesen 67m YN 20067 will now undergo the final commissioning phases in our harbour before heading to the North Sea for intensive sea trials.

Technical Data:

LOA - 66.2 m (217.2ft)

Beam - 11.5 m

Draft - 3.4 m

Displacement - 1200 GT *volume

Fuel Capacity - 140,000 l

Water Capacity - 12,000 l

Engines - 2 x MTU 12V4000M65R 1800hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - sixteen knots max, thirteen knots cruise

Range - 4500 nm at thirteen knots

Hull Shape - FDHF fast displacement hull form

Construction - steel

Project - Winch 

Certification - Lloyds 100A1 SSC Yacht, Mono G6 LMC UMS 

www.heesenyachts.com

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

www.steeleryachts.com

One Person Saved from Burning Sportfish in Delaware Bay

One person was saved as a twelve meter sportfish cruiser titled Done Deal caught fire in Delaware Bay, New Jersey on 11:00 morning time of Tuesday eighteen July.  Seeing the fire the sole boater aboard sent a radio signal with his position and then went to the bow, ultimately jumping in the water as the fire expanded further on Done Deal.  Coast Guard sector Delaware responded to the call by dispatching an eight meter response boat from Station Fortesque, New Jersey who recovered the man from the water.  Following the coast guard Downe Township Fire and Rescue from New Jersey, and Little Creek Fire Company from Delaware arrived on-scene and fought the fire until it was extinguished.  The Coast Guard rescue crew took the one man to Higbee’s Marina in Fortescue, New Jersey, for a medical check up, and was reported heathy apart some smoke inhalation.  Coast Guard sector Delaware Bay are monitoring for environmental concerns, while the boat owner was instructed to salvage the wreck. The incident is under investigation. 

Done Deal was a first generation Post Yacht 42 Sport Fisherman from 1975.  The Post 42 was produced from 1974 to 83 replacing the 40 Sport Fisherman and then replaced by the 43 Sport Fisherman. 

One Man Killed as Sport Cruiser Collides Into Trawler Near Sibenik

A collision in the Sibenik region, Croatia between a sport cruiser of twelve meters in length titled m/y AE under Croatian flag and a fishing vessel titled Masun killed one man.  The fatal accident happened on the late afternoon evening of Monday seventeen July, as the sport cruiser with four persons onboard is reported to have collided with the fishing vessel in a cruising speed of over twenty knots, hitting the fishing vessel in its starboard side and killing a 61 year old with the impact.  The 61 year old was reported to be the chef onboard the fishing vessel, who at the time of the collision had nine persons onboard.  The sport cruiser sank with the collision in a depth of 85 meters.  The 51 year old helmsman of AE was brought before the detention supervisor of the Sibenik-Knin Police Department on suspicion of committing the crime and endangering seagoing navigation, and a criminal complaint was also filed with the County State Prosecutor's Office in Šibenik.

The sport cruiser in this collision and sinking is a Marquis 420 Sports Coupe, as designed by Nuvolari Lenard and produced from 2008 up to 2012.  Marquis was a brand of Genmar, Carver Group with more modern European looks founded in 2004.

Project: Say Yachts 52

Say Yachts from Germany is a fresh sport cruiser and yacht builder which debuted in 2019 with the 29e hybrid or all electric eight meter runabout, and in end 2022 presented its second 42 model.  Now the German builder is presenting its third model, a sport yacht flagship of just over fifteen meters in length.  Like the smaller 29e and 42 model the new Say Yachts 52 is a full carbon fibre build, with an impressive 7.5 tons dry weight.  Impressive number if you consider this is what most ten meter boats usually weight. Designed by German firm Genesis the Say Yachts 52 has clean contemporary modern lines and is focused mostly to be used as a day cruiser, with a lower deck offering a stateroom forward, two heads, and a relaxing lounge sofa on entrance.  The Say Yachts 52 will feature environmental conscious amenities from solar panels in the radar which cover most appliances consumption without the use of generator, and an electric motor for clean cruising up to eight knots.  The Say Yachts is to be powered by twin Volvo 430hp gas engines with 440hp diesel available, with both options having an estimated top speed up to 45 knots.

www.saycarbonyachts.com

New Model: Horizon V74

During the 2023 Sanctuary Cove boat show in end of May 2023, Horizon debuted the brand new V74.  A middle model in a range of of the three yachts the Horizon V74 joins the V Series of luxury performance motor yacht models, this 22 meter motor yacht is characterized by a plumb bow design and bold exterior profile by Stimson Yachts and a voluminous interior layout.  The first V74 has been customized for the Australian market, with open plan main deck, with helm only in the enclosed sly-lounge.  A common feature for many flybridge Australian yachts above fifteen meters. The Horizon V74 is an extended in length evolution of the V68, she is actually hull #eight of the 68 which debuted in 2018.  Like the two meter smaller sister the V74 offers superyacht amenities for an owner operator, with an enclosed sky-lounge configuration and spacious four-stateroom layout.  The Horizon V74 is powered by twin 1136hp Cat engines.

Technical Data:

LOA - 22.65 m (74.4ft)

Waterline Length - 20.2 m

Beam - 5.94 m

Draft - 1.7 m

Displacement - 55.23 t

Fuel Capacity - 7000 l

Water Capacity - 1135 l

Accommodation - eight guests in four cabins, two crew in one cabin

Engines - 2 x Cats C18A 1136hp

Propulsion - line shaft 

Project - Stimson Yachts

www.horizonyacht.com