Projects: Sanlorenzo 44 Steel, Sanlorenzo SD 112

The famous San Lorenzo shipyard after presenting it's first Alloy Super Yacht last year follows with the project of the 44 Steel. As the title suggest the new Super Yacht from the Viareggio shipyard will be built in Steel. Little information is as yet available about the new project accept for the fact that it will be a three deck. Whatever the case if it will be as innovative and catching as the latest 40 Alloy we are for another threat this renowned yacht builder.

Another new line for San Lorenzo which was introduced in 2007 with the SD 92. SD standing for a semi displacement type hull yacht, giving comfortable but also a more economic speed compared to the planning line this builder is renowned for. The SD 112 unlike it's smaller sister is a three deck motor yacht and will have a 5 cabin interior for 10 guests. Crew accommodation is for 7 members in 4 cabins. Performance is an estimated top speed of 18 knots with continues cruising at 15 knots, powered by Caterpillar C32 Acert engines of 1622hp each. The SD 112 confirms similar characteristics to the SD 92 introduced in 2007 but in bigger more important dimensions. It will be curious to see if San Lorenzo will try to take the concept of a Semi Displacement Yacht in lower size range under 24 metres in the future.

www.sanlorenzoyacht.com

New Model: Astondoa AS 42 Fly

Presented during the 2007 Barcelona Boat Show the new Astondoa AS 42 Fly comes to the market with a few innovative well taught ideas. Designed by Italian Christian Gatto, this biggest and prestigious Spanish builder continues to offer extremely spacious and innovative forward looking boats. The interior is a spacious unusual three cabin offer, with all cabins of spacious and important size with no bunk or squeezed third cabin. Considering the dimension of a 12 metre flybridge motor cruiser this is a huge feat. The upper saloon area also enjoys a small dining area to port side of the interior helm station and that is something you also don't see much in boats of this size. The interior furnishing takes a minimal squarish approach with finishing in light colored oak woods with dark wood Wenge colors. From the engineering point, this new Astondoa flybridge will also be offered with an IPS engine option something not seen much on flybridge boats, but for the traditionalists the shaft powered version is the standard offer.
Technical Data:
LOA - 12.60 m (41.4ft)
Length - 11.99 m
Beam - 4.16 m

Draft - 1.10 m
Displacement - 11.20 t unloaded
Fuel Capacity - 1000 l
Water Capacity - 350 l
Persons Capacity - 10
Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins
Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 EVC 370hp

Propulsion - Volvo IPS500 forward looking dual propeller pods
Speed - 32 knots max, 25 knots cruising

Project - Christian Gatto

Certification - CE B

www.astondoa.es

Project: Pershing 64

This project of the new Pershing 64 will be launched later on in 2008 and follows the success of the 72 model which was introduced the past year. Pershing continue the Moving Idea concept with many innovation characteristics introduced for the successful 72 and more to be found in this new model, as has been always the case with this very innovative yacht builder. The new 64 is a spacious 3 cabin hard top sports yacht, feeling much bigger then it's actual size suggest. It will feature a full beam owner's cabin that can even make a fly bridge yacht of the same dimensions a bit jealous, but also the galley offers spaces not usually found in yachts of this size and type. Top of the category performance has always been of prime importance from Pershing, and this new model does not disappoint with the builder estimating a top speed of 45 knots with a pair of 1550hp MAN engines with the latest Arneson Surface Drives units.

www.pershing-yacht.com

New Model: Riviera 48 Offshore Express

The new Riviera 48 Offshore Express launched at the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show in October 2007 continues the tradition of the very popular Riviera 4000 Offshore, a breed of purpose-built sport-fishing vessels to take on Australia and the World. The Riviera 48 Offshore Express has a rugged sophistication while maintaining the luxurious and functional interior typical of all Rivieras, featuring two cabins and two bathrooms. Based upon Riviera’s proven 47 Series II Flybridge hull, the hydrodynamics are exceptional, with running surface and chines optimised for a soft, dry ride. Further developed propeller tunnels and underwater exhaust outlets deliver more forward thrust and a quieter and cleaner performance. The 48 Offshore Express will be offered in three distinct configurations. An Open boat without a targa or coverings to the helm and deck area, suited to an after-market fishing tower. A second version with stylish, forward-raked targa and removable bimini creating an open boat feel for great entertaining under the Sun, with the addition of protection from the weather. Clears to the sides and rear storm curtain are included. A third version with a three-sided hardtop with a rear curtain to completely enclose the helm deck, to be released in February 2008. The Riviera 48 Offshore Express is powered by twin Cummins QSM 11 turbo diesel engines rated at 660hp, with the options of twin MTU Series 60 diesel engines 825hp including Twin Disc Quickshift gearboxes, or twin Caterpillar C12 diesels 715hp including Twin Disc Quickshift gearboxes.

Technical Data:
LOA - 16.40 m (53.1ft)
Length - 15.19 m
Beam - 4.90 m
Draft - 1.41 m
Weight - 19500 kg dry
Fuel Capacity - 3500 l
Water Capacity - 620 l
Sleeping Capacity - 4+2 persons
Engines - 2 x Cummins 660hp, Caterpillar 715hp, MTU 825hp

www.riviera.com.au

Project: Canados 76

This renowned Italian yacht builder presents an interesting new project which should be launched in the coming months. The new Canados 76 will be a model which have the job of replacing 2 models from Cantieri Navali di Ostia the 72 and the 80 model, both which where stopped in production in 2007 and 2006. The new 76 will be a spacious 4 cabin motor yacht with the option of having an open fly layout and tender stowage on the bathing platform. There is also a 2 saloon layout option. Performance matched with a timeless line, has always been the prerogative for this renowned builder and the 32 knots tops speed with a full time cruising of 28 knots is expected with the MTU 1550 HP engines. Range is for a 380 nautical miles at cruising speed.

www.canados.com

Project: Tecnomar 43 Nadara

The latest Tecnomar project is represented by a new flagship of 43 meters long and entirely made in fiberglass. Nadara 43 is ready to set sail next July 2008 and like any other Nadara model its outboard profile has been built to maintain cleanliness and tradition. Passageways are everywhere on its three decks and there is no full beam deck to ensure greater protection when passing through one area to another. The motoryacht is designed to accommodate 14 passengers and 6 crew members. The flying deck for relaxation and sunbathing is equipped with a spa bath and a spacious sun deck, comfortable sofas, sunbeds and armchairs. Almost entirely reserved for the shipowner, the second deck, which can be reached through a private staircase from the hall hosts a studio and a big shipowner's cabin with en-suite bathroom behind the wheelhouse. Spectacular lighting and large glass surfaces are the cutting edge design of the new flagship. All decks are connected by one imposing spiral staircase. The sleeping area has 4 master bedrooms and two twin-bedded cabins. Three twin cabins and a dinette with kitchenette have been reserved for the crew. Between the guest area and the engine room there's a buffer area for the crew with laundry and ironing room, which is directly connected to the engine room. The main deck reveals somewhat of a retro style; the prow features a very large kitchen connected to the crew area, handy and functional, with refrigerator cells and a huge galley. Behind the kitchen, the large dining room can seat 14 diners and can easily be divided into two smaller areas. The interior design is classical marine style with the predominance of warm colors, mahogany and pear wood. The furniture lines are smooth with blunted corners. Power is provided by two 3000 hp MTU engines with in-line propulsion and should give a maximum speed of around 28 knots, with a maximum cruising speed of 25.

www.tecnomar.com

Best of 2007

2007 is PowerYachtBlog first year, as this motor boats and yachts blog was started in March.  2007 was a year as the one before it, which continued the growth of the pleasure boating industry, with the old continent, and Italy first pushing this seven year or more lasting upward trend.  The Best of Year list marks the year ended PowerYacht favourites.  The criteria's for the Best of the Year are not really written, but technical innovation, and design challenge are the most appreciated two. 

PowerYacht's Best of 2007 is the Sanlorenzo 40 Alloy. Since 2006 Sanlorenzo has a management lead by new owner Massimo Perotti.  The 40 Alloy designed by Paszkowski shows the forward thinking direction Perotti is about, rivalling some neighbouring names in sleekness with technical innovation thrown into the design, see drop down balcony in the main deck owners stateroom.  Worth a note is that Sanlorenzo also released the SD92 which would have just been in this list have it not been for this future looking new current forty meter flagship.  Two new different lines for the first full two years in management show that Sanlorenzo will be a big force in semi-production super yachts in no time.  

The others.

Absolute 52. Immediately trying IPS pod propulsion in 2006 with the current tri-engines 56 flagship, Absolute follow it a year later with two smaller 47 and 52 models.  The 52 is a fully enclosed hard-top with patio door, and a lower deck dedicated to the three double cabins. 

Baia 70 Italia. Baia is regarded top draw for surface drive high performance cruisers and yachts with comfort.  The 70 Italia follows this with a fully enclosed hard top with disappearing act patio door, something seen in the 78 Atlantica launched in 2003.  Modern classic style. 

Feadship F45 Vantage. Its been possibly decades since the Dutch super yacht renowned name offered a semi-custom platform.  But here we are with Feadship offering this 45 meter semi custom model with the help of Dutch designer Sinot. 

Ferretti 510. The astern galley on the main deck as presented in the fall 2005 with the 630 goes two into this second smallest size Ferretti.  It works so well and is a layout revolution, that will feature in most flybridge yachts sub twenty meters in the near future.   

Overmarine Mangusta 165. Mangusta has been breaking size record for what is called the maxi super sport yacht over the years since the nineties.  Can anyone beat the Mangusta 165?

Riviera 4400 Sport Yacht. Riviera all enclosed hard top Sport Yacht has been a success since the 3600 arrived in 2005. In 2007 the Sport Yacht becomes a range expanding with the 4700 and the innovative 4400 Sport Yacht, this last also being its first IPS pod propulsion boat. 

Sealine SC35. A new minimal design from Sealine which translates to one of the most spacious cockpit decks in its size.  Reports say it is selling very well.

Uniesse 75 Open HT. Uniesse new 23 meter flagship expands the Carolina sportfish inspired looks as designed by Fred Hudson.  Trademark distinct looks since founded in 1990 gets biggest ever. 

Going large. Princess 95 MY. A new Princess flagship brings attention, taking the famous British brand to a new large size of 28 meters, three meters to the previous flagship.  The 95 also brings Princess new MY range with a cleaner sleeker more standardised looks compared to the M series it replaces, with an 85 MY replacing the previous 25M flagship currently in project-build stages.  Can Princess go bigger to this, only time will tell.

PowerYacht wishes to all its followers, friends, readers, and visitors a Healthy and Prosperous 2008 year.

Monthly News - December 2007

- pic of the month - Tecnomar at Bologna Motorshow

Aicon Group Adds 2 New Managers

Aicon, an Italian Group based in Messina specializing in the design, construction and sale of luxury motoryachts and megayachts, would like to announce the presence of two new managers on its team: Maurizio Grasso, Sales Director and Pietro Quattropani, Purchasing and Acquisitions Director.


Azimut Benetti Group Best Performer

Azimut-Benetti Group was awarded Best Performer at an awards ceremony organised by the Confederation of Italian Industry for the "Champions of Growth" on December 3, 2007. Eleven medium-sized Italian manufacturing firms with an annual growth rate of higher than 15 per cent between 2001 and 2006 were picked by industry body Confindustria for the accolade "Champions of Growth".Azimut-Benetti was selected Best Performer within this group because of its compound annual growth rate of more than 26 per cent and annual profitability at over 15 per cent.The group registered a value of production in excess of €800 million in 2007 while its order portfolio as of August 31, 2007 was worth more than €1.5 billion.


Azimut obtains ISO 14001 Environmental Certificate

Italian luxury yacht firm Azimut Yachts has obtained the environmental certification UNI EN ISO 14001 from RINA (Registro Navale Italiano) for the company's Avigliana production site in northwest Italy, which builds yachts from 39ft-68ft (12m-21m).Extending over some 90,000 sqm, the certified site has been put under an environmental management system that involves complex production processes, including lamination, bodywork, fit out and testing, operating to the criteria of minimising damage to the environment. Azimut claims to be the first yacht company in the world to adopt the infusion system in yacht making, whereby fibreglass is handled in a vacuum with absorption and disposal of the emissions handled by a specially designed system.


Baia CEO Receives Price

Antonio Capasso received a price for the important contribution Cantieri di Baia has given to the Campania Region in many years, giving a huge return of development and professionalism to the nautical sector. The price was delivered during the night Yacht In Naples 2007 organized in the prestigious Reale Yacht Club Canottieri Savoia at Luise & Sons club.


Bertram President Resigns

Bertram Yacht has announced that Joe Bubenzer will resign as president of the Miami, USA based sport-fish manufacturer at the end of this year, after five years at the helm. Bertram Yacht, part of Italy's Ferretti Group, will announce a new president in the coming weeks.


Fairline Sponsor Main Stage at London Boat Show

Fairline Boats has announced it will be the title sponsor of the exciting new Main Stage feature at the 2008 Collins Stewart London Boat Show. 'The Main Stage, Powered by Fairline' will be the focal point of the Show and promises to be packed with events and attractions including catwalk fashion shows, empowering talks from legendary boating heroes, and a dazzling aerial Sea Queen Stage Show. Located in the centre of the North Hall, the 35m Main Stage is set to be a hive of activity and will constantly transform during the 10-day event. Visitors will be entertained by special guest appearances from some of the biggest names in the industry; choreographed catwalk fashion shows from leading clothing brands including Fat Face, Henri Lloyd and Figleaves.com; and astounding aerial displays performed by a host of dynamic circus dancers and daring stilt-walkers.


Ferretti Group Convergance 2008

The Ferretti Group will host 'Convergence', an event bringing together captains of the group's yachts and superyachts for seminars and workshops, in Rome from February 26-29, 2008. Incorporating 'Convergence' and 'Convergence Navi' for the first time, the four-day course will feature distinct and separate training courses for captains of Ferretti's yachts up to 24m (79ft) and captains of the marque's superyachts. The training on offer at 'Convergence' will include technical seminars, presentations by component and onboard-systems experts, updates regarding medical and legal issues, and workshops on the daily management of luxury motoryachts and superyachts. Team activities for the participants have also been planned. MTU will be the official sponsor of the event, which will also provide captains with the opportunity to exchange information and develop an invaluable social network.


Pershing and Itama Present Awards for Creativity

Three special awards were presented to the Fashion and Costume History student winners of the Pershing and Itama employee outfit design project. These two prestigious companies, both members of the famous Ferretti Group, play a prominent role on the worldwide luxury yacht stage. And Fabio Fraternale, the CEO of the two companies, presented the awards in person to the three students, Bianca Maria Evangelisti, Sharon Fulvi and Sara Pasini, judged as displaying particular talent in the Sea of Fashion project. This initiative, created from the close relationship between the Pesaro Art Institute and Pershing and Itama, both based in the Marches, has given students firsthand experience of the working world following an invitation to visit the company where they were able to observe real professional situations and dynamics. Pershing and Itama welcomed school visits to their offices and construction yards in order to give students the chance to conduct real on-site research into the brands and their market position. This opportunity enabled the teenagers to gain a real insight into Pershing and Itama company philosophy and to interpret it in their employee work clothing designs.


Tecnomar at Bologna Motor Show

Tecnomar was present at the Italians major Motor Show as main sponsor to a Subaru Impreza STI rally car of the team Subaru Italia Tecnica Bertino. Driven by Italian champion Luca Baldini, it participated at the Subaru Impreza Rally Cup 2007 that happened during the Bologna Motor Show 2007.

Project: Posillipo 90 Technema

The legendary Posillipo which is among the most respected and historical Italian yacht building companies, continues to upgrade it's range with the introduction of the new 90 Technema model. Standing between the latest introduced 85 and 95 Technema models, the design for the new 90 follows the family feeling shown for the Posillipo flybridge yachts, developing the distinctive Technema winged hull and joining it to a very aggressive but classic contemporary super structure. The interior layout is available with an eight or ten berths option. Crew accommodation is a three cabin arrangement with 2 heads. Power for this model is provided by the latest MTU engines at 2000hp in standard form, with a faster 2400hp option available for the owners seeking more speed. The new 90 Technema is build under pleasure yacht Class rules with the restrictive Cross of Malta construction standard and as all Posillipo models the interior is custom build to order as owner desires.

www.posillipoyachts.com

Boat Review: Ferretti 510

Presentation

Making it's first official presentation debut during the Cannes Boat Show of 2007, the new Ferretti 510 evolves the Zuccon designed line to new ambitions. Following on the exterior lines of the much praised 630 model, the new 510 has the difficult task of replacing two Ferretti models in one, the 500 and Ferretti's most successful model to date the 53-530 which has been in production for 10 years, and sold over one hundred units.

Accommodation
The 510 follows much of the innovation the 630 model offered, not only outside in the window design but also inside. The saloon of the 510 features the much praised aft looking galley which becomes part of a spacious entertaining area thanks to Ferretti's renowned folding window system. Another important news and much asked feature is the full beam owner's cabin which surely feels of a much bigger yacht then the sixteen metres we have here. It also does not compromise space in the other cabins, with no bunk or squeezed in third cabin and VIP cabin forward, which is also a spacious offer.

Outside the 510 continues on the huge spaces which this builder has got us used to, like a spacious cockpit but also one of the most spacious flybridge area which is not disturbed by any radar arch as this is located aft at the tip of the fly area, in order to make the best use of space up top.

Performance

Ferretti Yachts have always what I call a better performing quality ride which is among the best in its size and style of yacht. It's variable deep vee of 14.6 degrees aft is Ferretti evolving hull design giving the best cruising speeds at 25 knots plus, a target which most owners found satisfactory, especially for the long one hundred nautical miles plus trips. She is also one of the heaviest boat in this size, with a loaded weight of 28 tons but still performs well with not so big MAN engines giving a top speed of 32 knots and cruising speeds of 28 knots. Rather good considering the twin Man 800 HP and the weight of this flybridge motor yacht.

Positive

Galley

Master Cabin

Flybridge layout

Negative

Interior dining area

Competition

Ferretti have always been up on top, of the wish list for most buyers in this size and I am sure the new 510 will continue this tradition. When choosing the competition, in this highly competitive size and type of flybridge fifteen to sixteen metres yacht, we added the full beam owners cabin, which is becoming so much sought for in this size of craft. This is the competition you should have a look for:

Astondoa A 52 GLX - modern design, bunk third cabin, sleek flybridge

Horizon 54 Elegance - third cabin aft, feels spacious outside, semi-planning hull

Intermare 50 - hybrid fly open model, small fly and bunk third cabin

Princess 50 mk.3 - revamped with full beam cabin, galley down and dining area forward

Rodman 54 Muse - no bunk, spacious yacht but is also a bit bigger

Sealine T 50 - as all Sealine it feels and is big, bunk third cabin

Sunseeker 52 Manhattan - new model, galley down for more saloon space

Uniesse 53 MY - quality construction ride, two layouts full beam owners suite or no

WILD CARD: Riva 54 SportRiva - hybrid sport fly, 3 cabins no mid-ship full beam

Conclusion

The Ferretti 510 does score where it is needed and as most models from the Forli located Italian shipyard does tend to become a class leader in it's size dimension. You will definitely like the Ferretti for it's light inside, thanks to the huge windows but also for the use of light coloured oak wood. Feretti's have in our opinion one of the best quality standards at this size with a spotless caring design of form and function which does feel reassuring as it is not just stylish, it works perfect and in harmony.

Technical Data

LOA. 16.02 metres (52.7ft)

Length. 15.67 metres

LWL. 13.73 metres

Beam. 4.94 metres

Draft. 1.44 metre (full load)

Displacement. 28 t loaded, 23.4 t unloaded

Fuel Capacity. 2040 litres

Water Capacity. 710 litres

Person Capacity. 14 persons

Accommodation. 3 cabins 6 berths, 1 crew cabin aft (optional)

Engines: 2 x MAN R6CR 730hp, R6CR 800hp

Speed. 32 knots max, 28 knots cruising with bigger MAN 800hp

Construction. Mulitglass Fiberglass

Designer. Zuccon Internatioal Project

Certification. CE Category A

www.ferretti-yachts.com

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