Project: Sessa C43

For the new season, Sessa Marine presents an elegant new 43 foot boat which is sure to become a reference on the market. Calling and improving on the characteristics of its big brother the C46, highly successful in 2007, the C43 offers a perfect balance between carefully chosen design and high technology. For this project, Sessa Marine has once again entrusted the interpretation of its stylistic philosophy to the designer Christian Grande, who has signed here a first-rate concept, in the tradition of the new range developed by the site since last season. An elegant design which leaves nothing to chance: bands and stops underline the contours of the structure and reveal the strength of the hull. Inside, each detail is finely crafted to create an atmosphere which is both modern and uncluttered but also mellow and welcoming. A successful choice of materials and colours provides a play on contrasts and allows the boat’s interior to be visualised in a different manner. Sessa Marine thus reinvents marine interior design, giving each view a 3D dimension. In this spirit, the lounge and galley present a play of colours and materials which create a unique, modern atmosphere: textured leathers on black lacquered wood or walnut, as well as velvet partitions enhanced by fetching steel pieces. To retain among the strong points of the layout: a significant effort to render the boat spacious and luminous, notably thanks to the large glass openings on the side to light the owner’s cabin, and the electric Hard Top’s generous opening; entertainment accessories such as loud-speakers and holders integrated into the trim, to take full advantage of the outside space; at the heart of the cockpit, the sun lounge and well-equipped bar make for enjoyable afternoons. A seductive contemporary character for the outside trim with its tones of cream and chocolate. The C43 offers two spacious cabins, each with its own private bathroom. The VIP is fitted with a double bed which can be converted into two twin beds. This 13,20m model is available with two engine possibilities by Volvo Penta: 2 x IPS500 or the two D6 370HP. The series version is "customizable" thanks to a wide range of options such as the teak deck, the generator or the entertainment and galley layout equipment.

www.sessamarine.com

Class 1 - Moscow Russia Preview

The Russian Grand Prix, round three of the 2008 Class 1 World Powerboat Championship, marks the sport’s return to racing on Russian waters for the first time in ten years and for the first time in the country’s Capital City, Moscow, and it is a race in which the Qatar Team must finish ahead of their arch-rivals Victory if they are to keep in touch in the title race.

Dubai’s Victory Team has been simply imperious this season and holds the top two spots in the championship standings, with Victory 1 taking two wins from two starts and Victory 7’s, equally impressive in Mehairbi’s first season, grabbing two podiums. With Arif Al Zafeen still sidelined through injury, the team once again turns to former champion Mohammed Al Marri to partner Nadir Bin Hendi in Victory 1 and will be looking for this scratch-pairing to repeat their success in Budva.

Qatar 95 is 19 points shy of the leaders in third place, the leading Qatar boat and heading the team’s challenge to try to halt Victory’s charge, and whilst the team has the overall performance to do so, it will first have to stave off the challenge that they know will come from their team-mates on Qatar 96, with Curtis winning when Class 1 last raced in Russia in 1998 in St. Petersburg, who find themselves down in fourth place after missing out on a podium and struggling home in sixth place last time out after suffering engine problems.

Foresti & Suardi have produced two very solid fifth place finishes and head the middle order, and they will do well to hold onto fifth place in the championship; they know, however, that they will come under pressure from Jotun, who now seem to have found the reliability to match their obvious performance levels, and the all-Norwegian crew will be quietly confident that they can now challenge the top four. However, there is increasing speculation that Inge Brigt Aarbakke could well be drafted in to make his Class 1 debut in Moscow.

After the frustration of being forced to sit out the race in Budva, but having recently signed a new engine supply deal with Italian engine builder, SCAM, SeveneleveN will be looking to get back in the points and to repeat their top six finish from the first race in Doha, Qatar.

For the all-Spanish outfit of Domenico Cirilli and newcomer, Sergio Carrasco, making just his second start in Class 1, the target in Moscow will be to build on their solid performance from their first outing and bring Roscioli Hotels Roma home and in the points.

And whilst the competition amongst all the teams will be fierce with individual battles raging throughout the fleet, what might add spice and influence the outcome of the 24-lap, 95.63Nm Russian Grand Prix, will be the course itself, run on the Khimki Reservoir, one of eight artificial lakes forming part of the Moscow Canal system. The course described by Jean-Marc Sanchez as ‘very technical’ is very tight and narrow, the laps are short and overtaking will be limited and the importance of a good start, crucial.

The Grand Prix weekend gets underway with the first official practice session on Friday afternoon, followed by a second morning session and the Edox Pole Position on Saturday, with a final practice before Sunday afternoon’s Russian Grand Prix.

CLASS 1 WORLD POWERBOAT CHAMPIONSHIP - after round 2 of 8

1. Victory 1 - M Al Marri (UAE) / N Bin Hendi (UAE) – 44pts

2. Victory 7 - A Al Mehairbi (UAE) / JM Sanchez (France) – 31pts

3. Qatar 95 - A Al-Sulaiti (Qatar) / M Nicolini (Italy) – 25pts

4. Qatar 96 - H Al-Thani (Qatar) / S Curtis (England) – 20pts

5. Foresti & Suardi 8 - K Selmer (Norway) / G Montavoci (Italy) – 18pts

6. Jotun 90 - B Jacobsen (Norway) / J Tandberg (Norway) – 13pts

7. SeveneleveN 18 - G Manuzzi (Italy) / N Giorgi (Italy) – 5pts

8= Negotiator 50 - B Eker (Norway) / C Parsonage (England) – 4pts

8= Roscioli Hotels Roma 88 - S Carrasco (Spain) / D Cirilli (Spain) – 4pts

White 4 - M Al-Nassr (Qatar) / L Nicolini (Italy)

Windmare Racing 21 – J Brarda (France) / tbc

EDOX POLE POSITION CHAMPIONSHIP – after round 2 of 8

1= Victory 1 - M Al Marri (UAE) / N Bin Hendi (UAE) – 35pts

1= Qatar 96 - H Al-Thani (Qatar) / S Curtis (England) – 35pts

3= Qatar 95 - A Al-Sulaiti (Qatar) / M Nicolini (Italy) – 21pts

3= Jotun 90 - B Jacobsen (Norway) / J Tandberg (Norway) – 21pts

5. Victory 7 - A Al Mehairbi (UAE) / JM Sanchez (France) – 11pts

6. Foresti & Suardi 8 - K Selmer (Norway) / G Montavoci (Italy) – 8pts

7. Negotiator 50 - B Eker (Norway) / C Parsonage (England) – 7pts

8. SeveneleveN 18 - G Manuzzi (Italy) / N Giorgi (Italy) – 6pts

9. White 4 – M Al-Nassr (Qatar) / L Nicolini (Italy) – 5pts

Roscioli Hotels Roma 88 - S Carrasco (Spain) / D Cirilli (Spain)

Windmare Racing 21 – J Brarda (France) / tbc

www.class-1.com

New Model: Horizon 75 Bandido

The second of the range for Bandido yachts of semi-custom explorer styled motor yachts, is the new 75 model introduced in the Dusseldorf boat show of 2008. The second Bandido smaller then the 90 model first introduced in 2007, will be built of a fiberglass hull with an alloy superstructure, and according to Horizon the builders it will be the only one of a 6 boat range constructed like this. All the others in the range will be steel hulled. Interior accommodation for the second addition to the Horizon Bandido range is a standard three double cabin offer, with an optional of an extra fourth cabin. The saloon is the classic layout featuring a big C-shaped settee for entertainment, a dining area forward and a separate galley. The pilot house is a raised station which features also an L-shaped dinette for the owners and his guests to enjoy the trip. Crew cabin is for a single member located aft. Off great importance is the space for the water toys with the possibility of having three personal water craft: a big tender in the garage, another toy space on the flybridge and a space for a small water craft like jet ski on the bathing platform.

Technical Data:

LOA - 23.60 m (77.4ft)

Beam - 6.60 m

Weight - 105.000 kg

Fuel Capacity - 18.000 l

Water Capacity - 3.000 l

Accommodation - 3, 4 double guest cabins, single crew cabin

Engines - 2 x MAN D2876 LE402 560hp

www.horizonyacht.com

Monthly News - June 2008

-pic of the month- Cabo 6th Kids Tournament

Beneteau Rises Turnover

French boatbuilder and leisure group Beneteau has reported a rise in turnover of 9.1 per cent on last year for the first three quarters of 2007/2008, and is in discussions for the sale of its high performance sailboat company Wauquiez International SAS. From September 1, 2007 to May 31, 2008 the group's turnover amounted to €799.9m, compared to €732.9m for the same period the year before. Boats accounted for €628.0m of the overall turnover, up from €576.1m the year before and representing over 95 per cent of the year's projected boat turnover. The rise of 9.0 per cent on 2006/2007 exceeded the projected turnover growth of 7.3 per cent. Beneteau confirmed its annual group target of €1,057.1m in turnover for 2007/2008. The group also announced that it has entered exclusive discussions with Verdoso Industry for the sale of sailboat brand Wauquiez, which represents less than one per cent of the group's boat turnover. Beneteau says that the sales of Wauquiez and its automotive brand Microcar will allow the group the concentrate on growing two new markets: motorboats from 15m-25m (50ft-82ft) and residences. The group has expressed intentions to grow the mobile home sector of its business to include residential housing. Turnover for Beneteau's mobile home activity was up 35.9 per cent on last year for the first three quarters of 2007/2008. Mobile homes accounted for 15.2 per cent of the group's business in 2006/2007, compared to 78.8 per cent represented by boats. Based on France's Atlantic coast, Beneteau has 24 production sites and employs 6,000 people. It has a presence in more than 50 countries.

Cabo Yachts to hold Sixth Annual Cabo Kids Tournament

Promoting family participation and the great adventures of sportfishing, Cabo Yachts is proud to announce the commencement of the Sixth Annual Cabo Kids Tournament. Designed for kids between the ages of five and sixteen, anglers must be fishing aboard a Cabo Yacht to be eligible for the following cash prizes and awards: Grand Prize — $2,500 Scholarship, and a rod and reel, First-Place Prize — $500, and a rod and reel (within each age category), Second-Place Prize — rod and reel (within each age category), Age categories are as follows – ages 5-8, 9-13, and 14-16. The tournament runs from May 1, through Aug. 31, 2008, and all entry forms must be received by Sept. 1, 2008. Winners will be announced in October.

Cabo New Director of Sales

Cabo Yachts, one of the world’s top builders of sportfishing boats, announced today the appointment of Don Smith as Director of Sales, effective immediately. Smith will report to Austin Rothbard the President of CABO Yachts. With more than 23 years of proven marine industry experience, he will be responsible for managing the entire Cabo Dealer Network. Prior to taking on this role, Smith was a sales manager at Cabo, covering the East coast of the United States. Before joining the company, he was the Cabo brand manager for Marine Max, Cabo’s dealer in Florida. During his six-year tenure with Marine Max, Smith earned numerous dealership achievement awards as a store manager and was responsible for the integration of Cabo Yachts into the dealership.

Itama Power Circle Goes on Tour

The Itama Power Circle is a company initiative specifically created to offer guests a full-immersion experience of the brand's timeless style, enhanced by sophisticated, sun-kissed locations that are always in perfect harmony with the distinctive sea spirit of Itama yachts. Ideal settings in which to savour the wide range of sensations that these open yachts offer their owners through their direct sea contact design. Significantly the very first Itama Power Circle was held on the magnificent island of Capri in 2006, after which it continued its elegant voyage with an edition in Venice in 2007. This year, the event celebrates its third anniversary with another spectacular surprise that sees it become nothing less than a 3-stage tour. This format aims to expand still further the glamour and magic created in the past by stopping in three splendid Mediterranean locations that are world-famous for their natural beauty and prestige. Between June and July then, the Itama team will be presenting the worldwide preview of its brand new 75 footer at the marinas of Porto Rotondo, Porto Cervo and Sitges, Barcelona. The third edition of the Itama Power Circle, an exclusive event devoted to the international press, dealers, customers and Itama enthusiasts, is therefore an ideal opportunity at which to unveil the blue and white flagship that has aroused considerable interest in both markets and sector experts ever since the first news of its launch was released. This model is an achievement the shipyard is rightfully proud of, as this craft boasts amazing performance, a new stylish profile with extraordinary technical advantages thanks to its record-breaking new carbon fibre windshield and avantop, spectacular standards of refined elegance and impeccable interior furnishings and design details. The new SeventyFive is a craft that takes Itama's class and exuberant sporting spirit to unprecedented heights, in a new and seductive interpretation of the typically sleek, streamlined style of these unique yachts. The Itama Power Circle, therefore, offers the shipyard's dealers and professional staff a concrete chance to construct a greater level of interaction between individual markets. In line with Itama's business strategy, which over the past few seasons has succeeded in steadily extending its distribution network towards new overseas contexts, this year the Itama Power Circle has a distinctly international flavour. But above all, the Itama Power Circle is a unique event specially organized by the company to offer all Itama fans the chance to really get to know the shipyard and its craft in truly spectacular settings. With its three splendid Mediterranean locations, a flagship ready to enchant the public with its extraordinary qualities, three unmistakably stylish models, and last but not least, an infinity of exclusive sensations that brand enthusiasts can take home with them, the 2008 Itama Power Circle is guaranteed to take a decisive step towards making this event the annual happening for real open yacht lovers.


Pershing and Luca Ferrari: A Passion for Speed

Luca Ferrari's love of racing is something of a family affair. It's the kind of love that begins when you're a child and then continues to grow until you just can't leave it behind. Being Alessandro and Norberto Ferretti's nephew, it is also a passion that Luca has inherited from a family that used to own an exclusive car showroom in Bologna, featuring prestigious names such as Lancia and Lamborghini. Today, racing continues to be his main hobby even if in the meantime he has become an official test pilot for Ferretti Group boats. After taking a break from racing for a few years, Luca is now ready to compete again, this time in the Carrera Cup, the prestigious Porsche motorsport championship that is organized by Porsche Italia. Motorsport, the purest expression of the Porsche identity, is a competition that no race lover would dream of missing. Something that Luca knows only too well, as this year he will be competing himself with the legendary 997 GT3 Cup, better known as the 997. Other competitors include the well-known Massimo Monti and a series of other professional and non-professional drivers, all with considerable experience at the wheel of a racing car. A number of young Formula circuit drivers will also be taking part, which will make the event thrilling, unique and a highly competitive racing, as Luca puts it. The Carrera Cup Italia is, in fact, a top level monobrand championship in which only experienced drivers battle for victory on prestigious circuits at the wheel of the Porsche 997. There are 8 meetings and two races at every meeting, making a total of 16 races per season with a single qualification session. Besides Luca, the other big star of the Carrera Cup this year will be Pershing, who have sponsored the car he is driving. For some time now, in fact, Porsche and Pershing have enjoyed a close and solid working relationship, especially during events where a passion for high speed is the name of the day! But let's return for a moment to the star of the show and establish the roots of this great love. Luca regards racing as both a hobby and a job! He has always competed in all kinds of races from go karts to racing cars and even vintage rallies. At a certain point in his life, however, he moved from the road to a new sports context, the sea. A decision that provided him with extraordinary opportunities to put himself to the test. Between 1989 and 1997 he raced in innumerable regattas, including winning the Offshore Class 1 world title in 1994 with Norberto Ferretti at his side. After a well-earned rest, Luca is now raring to compete again, this time for the Carrera Cup, which besides being GT enthusiasts' favourite event, is also another benchmark test for Luca who has never raced in GT circles before.


Princess Yachts Owership Change

L Capital 2 FCPR, an investment group sponsored by LVMH – Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton and Groupe Arnault, has signed on Friday, May 30th a definitive agreement to proceed with the acquisition of Princess Yachts International, subject only to appropriate anti-trust approvals. L Capital controls over 70% of the voting rights company and has been supported by its co-investors including the Belgian investment group Cobepa. Calyon Bank provided an element of funding for the transaction. Princess Yachts International is delighted to team up with one of the leading investment funds in luxury and aspirational brands, where the strengths built over the last 40 years can be combined with a company which has a track record of growing global brands.


Sea Ray AquaPalooza Rregistration Gets Higher

It’s clear that boaters aren’t going to let these stressful economic times keep them landlocked this summer. At least that seems to be the case if early registration numbers for Sea Ray’s third annual AquaPalooza are any indication. As of the end of the day on June 8, the multi-location marine extravaganza had achieved an astounding 352-percent increase in boat registration and a 395-percent increase in guest registration over last year’s numbers. Here’s a bottom-line breakdown of the actual figures: In 2006, there were 442 boat and 1,785 guest registrations by June 8.In 2007, there were 1,048 boat and 4,732 guest registrations by June 8.In 2008, there were 4,502 boat and 22,277 guest registrations by June 8. Last summer, AquaPalooza attracted more than 10,000 boats and 30,000 guests to 120 events around the world. This year, The World’s Largest Boating Party was expecting to draw a more than 50,00 guests this year to 150 events on lakes, rivers, bays and harbors from New York to California, Egypt to Australia. Most of this year’s festivities will take place during the last two weekends in July, but other events are planned both before and after these dates. Sea Ray and its dealers will kick off AquaPalooza stateside from July 18 to 20 at the Signature Event at Coconuts at the Lake, at Lake of the Ozarks, Mo. Hosted by MarineMax Lake Ozark, MarineMax Osage Beach and MarineMax Laurie, this massive heartland jam will feature food, drinks, music, games, giveaways and much more. For those who cannot make it to Lake of the Ozarks, Sea Ray dealerships around the world will transform 150 additional locations into official AquaPalooza party sites, making it easy for boaters to get in on the action.


Sessa Marine Opens a line of Showrooms

Since April, the Italian group has been inaugurating its Italian showrooms in Taglio di Po, Tropea and Porto Cervo, Denia in Spain and La Napoule in France. Before the end of the year, four new outlets representing the Italian brand will see the day: three in Italy and one in Croatia. These past few years, Sessa Marine has worked fervently on the development of a consistent brand image, built on the sum of its communication vectors, from advertising to trade shows, including all promotion-type documents for its boats. Today, the aim is to complement this action plan by involving the franchise holders in the project, creating a Sessa Marine universe, all the way through to the outlets. The layout of the Sessa showrooms, where white and light predominate, was entrusted to the young designer from the Christian Grande brand. And these choices were not made by chance, as light, glass-panelled surfaces and mirrors are also the structural elements which constitute the personality of the new Sessa yacht range; to be revealed in 2009 with the first C65. Finally, presentation of future projects is represented by videos, with lounge music in the background, to give shape to heavenly crafts which remain, for the moment, beyond reality.

Sessa Marine President Honored Cavaliere Dell Lavoro

The President of Sessa Marine, has been honored on Saturday, the 31st of May, with the appointment of "Cavaliere del lavoro", a reward comparable to the British Order of Merit, for distinguished service in the job's world and given by the Italian President.

Sunseeker to appear in latest James Bond Film

British luxury yacht brand Sunseeker International will feature in the latest James Bond film Quantum of Solace, making its fourth consecutive appearance in the action film franchise. Five Sunseeker models have appeared in the previous three James Bond movies. Casino Royale (2006) featured the 108 Predator with appearances from the XS 2000 and Sportsfish 37; Halle Berry climbed onboard a Superhawk 48 in Die Another Day (2002); and The World is Not Enough (1999), in which a Superhawk 34 sped down London's River Thames at more than 60mph.


Wally and Hermes Joins Forces

Monaco-based boatbuilder Wally Yachts has entered into a joint venture partnership with French high-fashion house Hermès. According to the statement release, the two companies will combine their creativity and know-how to conceive and develop innovative projects in the yachting world. Hermès and Wally will closely work together in the design, development and construction of products based on state-of-the-art technologies in the nautical and luxury industries, the statement continues. The content of these projects will be unveiled during the course of 2009. Founded by Luca Bassani in 1994, Wally offers a range of high-end sail and motoryachts that are built at its WallyEurope facility in Fano, Italy. Hermès is a French high fashion house specialising in leather, lifestyle accessories, perfume and other luxury goods.

New Model: Ferretti Custom Line 33 Navetta

Presented during the Ferretti Privilege days, celebrating 40 years for the World renowned yacht builder is the new Ferretti Custom Line 33 Navetta. Flagship of the Navetta line, the semi displacement offer from Ferretti Custom Line, the new 33 follows the modern ship lines of the range with it's imposing three decks and chimney like radar arch, a trademark and always part of the Navetta Heritage. As the 26 introduced a year ago the new 33 follows the big windows in lower deck cabins area, allowing for fantastic views and maximum natural light to flow in the cabins. Standard layout accommodation is for a 5 cabin version with owners cabin on the main deck, an alternative layout B is available allowing for a bigger galley area and spacious separate dining area on the main deck in replacement of the main cabin. Performance for the 33 Navetta with the big MAN 1550hp engines option is a comfortable 19 knots maximum and all time cruising speed of 16 knots cruising giving an unstoppable range of 780 nautical miles. 

Technical Data: 

LOA - 32.62 m (107ft) 

Waterline Length - 27.40 m 

Beam - 7.00 m 

Draft - 2.30 m 

Displacement - 125 t 

Fuel Capacity - 15000 l 

Water Capacity - 3000 l 

Max Persons - 14 

Engines - 2 x MAN V12 CRM 1360hp, V12 CRM 1550hp 

Speed - 19.5 knots max, 16.5 knots cruising 1550hp option 

Range - 780 nautical miles @ cruising speed with 1550hp 

Hull Shape - semi displacement 

Construction - fiberglass

Project - Zuccon design Ferretti Engineering 

Certification - RINA 100-A-1.1Y

www.customline-yacht.com

Boat Review: Sogica 55 Openbridge

Presentation

This months review is on the Sogica 55 Openbridge, a very modern boat presented in early 2007 and making most of the competition in this size segment take a new look at the future. The Sogica 55 Openbridge takes on a competitive size of the market formed mostly of renowned and World famous builders, but this Sports Yacht shows it has a lot to offer and that it is not just about a trendy design spin, but also a very comfortable boat with an accommodating upper and lower deck arrangement offering 3 spacious cabins in high comfort. The other expected bonus, which is launched by the exterior sport curves calling speed, is the 50 knot performance with superb handling thanks to the water jets propulsion which if desired will make her 26 tons plus spin on its own size.

Accommodation

The 55 Openbridge put a lot of priority to the comfortable side and once on board this feeling is transmitted immediately. The welcoming upper deck is reserved for pure entertainment thanks to a big central located sunpad, 2 spacious L-shaped settees in separate areas outside and inside under the hardtop, and a central located modern design helm station.

The lower deck is fully dedicated to the two or three cabins and a spacious galley. At mid-ship we find the owners cabin, forward is the VIP and to starboard we find a double guest cabin. An alternative layout offering a single crew cabin with private head in replacement of the guest cabin is available. The entrance for the crew cabin is from the galley, allowing for maximum privacy. In the crew cabin option the owners cabin gets also the addition of more space with a more spacious head and a breakfast table with sea view to port.Performance
If you want the best handling on the water, jet propulsion should be on the top of your list, offering unbeatable turns and stop and go manoeuvres unthinkable with other drive systems. Jet drives also offer the advantage of high efficiency at the topper end of the speeds usually associated with this type of boats. The 55 Openbridge top speed is of 50 knots with the big engine option of 2 x 1360 hp MAN. Go for the lower engine option and still you have respected speeds of about 45 knots. Cruising speeds are 45 knots with the MAN 1360 hp engines and 40 knots for the smaller 1100 hp standard version.

Positive
Patio door on upper deck

Spacious cabins with 3 heads

Jet Propulsion giving great handling

Negative
Not much in free space on upper deck
Crew cabin option takes space for third cabin
Competition
Surprising enough the 55 Openbridge competition is hard to find and to be honest it is a bit of a wild card in its own right. Think of the the following bonuses for a 17 metre sport yacht: 40 knots plus performance, patio door upper deck and full beam owners cabin and the competition is decreased to near nothing. Here is what to have a look for:
AB 58 - likewise jets give 50 knots, great handling, no patio door owners cabin forward
Baia 54 Aqua - surface 40+ knots speeds, no patio door owners cabin forward

Rizzardi 55 Incredible - clever guest cabins transformation, no patio door, surface option

Pershing 56 - full beam owners cabin, surface drives 48 knots, no patio door

Prinz 54 Coupe - patio door, declared speeds of 38 knots with little IPS hp, competitive

Sunseeker 55 Predator - surface version of Portofino giving 46 knots, small third cabin

Tiara 5800 Sovran - US take, slower 33 knots max with 3 IPS, patio door full beam cabin

WILD CARD: Itama FiftyFive - timeless classic, no HT, 3 cabins spacious galley

Conclusion
The Sogica 55 Openbridge is really taking it to heads with respected builders, competing with companies who have changed how the boats in this size look, gaining a great fame and reputation over the years, offering a high quality product. The Sogica is on the higher price bracket in this size, still it manages to have its unique distinctive features in a very competitive segment which manages to set her apart in her size. If you are looking for a 17 metre sport yacht with great performance but don't want to sacrifice your interior space the Sogica 55 Openbridge should be among the first of the list.

Technical Data
LOA. 17.80 metres (58.4ft)
Hull Length. 16.90 metres
Beam. 4.50 metres
Displacement. 26 t loaded
Fuel Capacity. 3200 litres
Water Capacity. 500 litres

Max Persons. 14
Accommodation. 3 cabins with 3 heads
Engines. 2 x MAN 1100hp, 1360hp
Propulsion. 2 x Water Jets Kamewa FF50S
Speed. 50 knots max, 40 knots cruising with bigger MAN engine option
Project. Quarto Stile, Sogica

Certification. CE with standard safeties for 8 persons

www.sogica.it
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Project: Cabo 36 Express

Projected for debut the coming fall, is the new 36 Express, a sport fisherman express cruiser from renowned USA builder Cabo, part of the World biggest boat group Brunswick and sister company to Hatteras. The new mid size Cabo will replace the 35 Express and aims in improving the living of two nautical themes, that of an express cruiser and that of a sport fishing machine. Improved styling and a more comfortable accommodation is the theme for Cabos new model, with added advantages for the angler and cruiser alike. Interior accommodation is a spacious 5 berths, and a host of new features like a hiding table and a single piece windshield are other important stylistic improvements announced. Standard power comes from 440hp Cummins.

www.caboyachts.com

New Model: Riviera 61 Enclosed Flybridge

The Riviera 61 Flybridge brings many new and exciting innovations to Riviera’s flybridge range, especially a magnificently crafted unobtrusive internal staircase that leads you from the saloon door up to the flybridge level. As well as providing dry, safe and easy access to the flybridge, this design also affords the luxury of incorporating a hinge-up awning window in the saloon aft bulkhead, opening the saloon up to the cockpit. On this model, the awning window concept is further extended to include the same format on the flybridge level, opening up the already expansive flybridge to include the aft-facing lounge. The Riviera 61 Flybridge is a four cabin, three bathroom boat with the master stateroom amidships, a second stateroom forward and two cabins to starboard. An alternative accommodation design of three cabins includes a lounge area below decks. The running surface and chines, designed in consultation with internationally renowned naval architect and superyacht designer Frank Mulder, have been optimised for a soft and dry ride. Tunnels incorporated into the aft running surface provide reduced draft and propeller shaft angle for better performance and efficiency while an underwater exhaust system helps to reduce fumes and engine noise. The engine room air vents in the hull are fully integrated into the hull sides for a smooth, clean look while also reducing routine maintenance. Exterior styling has been significantly enhanced with new deck and flybridge style lines. An angler-friendly cockpit includes a new non-skid dot pattern on the floor, innovative recessed toe-kicks, and optional live bait well. A large removable storage bin is fitted into the cockpit floor for ice, fish or storage. This is insulated and includes pump-out ability. A second matching storage bin can be added to the cockpit floor if desired. Other features here include a mezzanine level with an aft-facing lounge with built in drink holders. Built in under the mezzanine lounge is a eutectic freezer and concealed engine room access. Another insulated ice box can be found under a hatch by the entrance to the saloon. The cockpit also includes a garbage bin, sink with faucet and cover and a hand held cockpit shower (hot and cold). The huge engine room houses all of the systems on board, including tankage, water heater, air conditioning handlers and compressors, bilge pumps, filtration and pumps, genset, battery chargers, inverter and fresh water system manifolds. In the fully enclosed and lockable flybridge, a new ergonomically designed, lowered helm station has been fitted to provide maximum forward visibility. The enclosed flybridge provides seating up to six adults on a sweeping L-shaped lounge to port, upholstered in luxurious leather. The skipper and companion are seated on two high quality Pompanette helm chairs. Both chairs swivel to improve communication with guests in the flybridge. The skipper’s chair is electrically adjustable. A folding wooden table, conveniently located stainless steel grab rails, a wet-bar, a refrigeration drawer, an aft-facing external lounge with ice-box capabilities, overhead feature panels and a sliding sun-roof add the final touches of elegance and practicality. Standard engines are two Caterpillar C18s rated at 1015hp .
Technical Data:
LOA - 19.63 m (64.5ft)
Length Hull - 18.60 m
Beam - 5.40 m
Draft - 1.58 m
Weight - 30.500 kg (dry)
Fuel Capacity - 6550 l
Water Capacity - 1000 l
Accommodation - 7 berths
Engines - 2 x CAT C18 1015hp
Project - Riviera, Frank Mulder hull

www.riviera.com.au

Project: Cerri 102 Flyingsport

A year to go, for the launch of the new big Cerri 102 Flyingsport, which follows the success obtained by the 86 Flyingsport delivered in 10 examples in a 4 year production period. Announced about 2 years ago, the project for the new 102 was followed with great curiosity by the people in the business and passionate people alike, due to the great innovations launched by the 86, which still manage to surprise you as at today. The 102 Flyingsport renews the 86 model innovations and customization but in higher spacious environment. The plan for the interior shows a spacious main deck with a big entertainment zone and a dining area with a table for 10 people. The lower deck has a standard plan of 4 spacious cabins, with 2 similar sized VIP cabins, a 2 single berths guest cabin and very spacious full beam owners cabin. There is also a small saloon for socializing on the lower deck. Crew accommodation is for 4 total berths, with 3 berths forward and 1 berth midship next to the galley and crew entertainment area midship. Performance is an estimated 40 knots top speed, thanks to the latest 2 x 2400 hp MTU engines and surface drives propulsion pushing the 80 tonnes of the 31 metre superyacht.

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Projects: Astondoa 116 Steel Explorer, Astondoa 185 Steel

The renowned Spanish builder enters the Steel building Super Yacht market with a line dedicated for this type of vessels with 3 different sized models of which one just launched. This project of a 35 metre displacement 116 Steel Explorer model will feature three decks, offering luxurious accommodation for 10 or 12 guests in 5 or 6 cabins. She will be powered by twin 650hp Caterpillar engines, which Astondoa is estimating will give top speeds of 14 knots and a cruising of about 13. Very good is the range which will be 4000 nautical miles at a relaxing pace of 10 knots. The biggest super yacht project from Astondoa resumes what the new steel line of this builder wants to offer. Standing at 185 feet or 56 meters the four deck 185 Steel, will be the biggest super yacht ever build from Astondoa. She will have the best luxurious accommodation for 12 guests. Crew accommodation is for 12 or 13. Propulsion power is provided by twin MTU 2035hp which will give maximum speeds of about 15 knots and cruising of 13. Range is estimated around the 4000 nautical miles.

www.astondoa.es