Projects: Magnum 70, Magnum 50

To be launched in September for the Fort Lauderdale show is a new Magnum 70 designed by Italian architects Lazzarini Pickering. Equipped with twin 2400HP MTU diesels coupled to Arneson surface drives, this new Kevlar and carbon fiber composite hull will reach top speeds of close to 70 MPH. Interiors are custom built to the owner’s specifications and can accommodate up to three double cabins. For the first hull of this new model, Magnum ordered beautifully designed interiors from Italy for the client. We gave details about the new 50 replacing the Bestia model last November, but being ready to be launched for the Fort Lauderdale show, here we go again with some more information direct from Magnum. Designed by Luiz de Basto, the new 50 will have a sleek and aggressive deck. She will be equipped with twin Caterpillar engines of 1800HP coupled to surface drive, this new Magnum will reach speeds of close to 75 MPH with unbelievable acceleration. As usual to all of any new Magnum, it will be custom built to clients’ specifications. Both of the new models should be available for testing just before the Fort Lauderdale boat show, so if you want the best in a high performance sport yacht, I will be the first in the line to try any of these untamed sea beast of performance and safety. Present at the show in Fort Lauderdale will also be an 80 model, hull no.2 for the flagship of the legendary USA builder was launched in February of 2008 and presented officially during the last Miami show.

www.magnummarine.com

New Model: Beneteau 27 Monte Carlo Open

Beneteau presents its entry level Monte Carlo model with the new 27. Thinking that this range started about 2 years ago, it's impressive to note that now the French builder has already 5 models up and running in production with more to come in the future. The entry level Monte Carlo is a smart little boat featuring a well planned cockpit layout, with a c-shaped settee to starboard and a wet bar with grill, wash basin to port. Inside it features 2 sperate sleeping areas, with a v-shaped double berth forward, a double mid cabin and a separate head to starboard. The 27 Monte Carlo features also the Air Step Technology introduced by the French builder for this range and follows the exterior design theme of Andreani following the modern Monte Carlo lines outside and inside.

Technical Data:

LOA - 8.54 m (28ft)

Hull Length - 7.98 m

Beam - 2.75 m

Draft - 0.53 m

Displacement - 2915 kg petrol version, 3115 kg diesel version

Fuel Capacity - 285 l

Water Capacity - 95 l

Engines - 1 x Volvo GXI 320hp petrol, D4 260hp diesel

Propulsion - stern drive

Design - P.Andreani, Beneteau

Certification - CE C8, D8

www.beneteau.com

Project: Bertram 540

An important model will be presented by the legendary Bertram, the 540 set fitting perfectly in the range of top class sport fisherman between the 510 and 570 models. Following the Zuccon design philosophy the line has enjoyed since the take over by Ferretti Group, the 540 will deliver modern creature comforts of latest generation while keeping the top performance and seakeeping this brand enjoys. Bertram says the new model is what they call a prototypical vessel, created for the fisherman but with plenty of luxurious on board comfort for the whole family. Among the unusual features for a sport fisherman will also be the amount of natural light inside, thanks to natural Eucalyptus wood finishing, a full wrap around windscreen, and big windows in the mid-ship master cabin. Another unusual feature will be the galley located in the aft part of the interior upper deck which thanks to the sliding of this electric window becomes a bar on the cockpit, a feature seen on another yachts from the group but very unusual for any Sport Fisherman.

www.bertram.com

New Model: Feadship 39.00m Hull. 675

With over two hundred launches to its credit, Dutch builder Feadship presents the 39 meter hull. 675, title m/y Ocean Mercury.  Hull. 675 is the second in Feadship new semi custom project, started with the F45 Vantage platform launched in 2007, and the first of the SL 39 line.  Hull. 675 from Feadship kicks the SL 39 of what is a standard hull and deck platform but a completely customized innovative modular project up top.  This can make all of the 39 SL look different outside, offered in three versions; Mk.1 as is this hull. 675, Mk.2 the more modern looking, and Mk.3 which combines a classic modern look similar to the latest Feadship launches. The SL 39 platform really offers a new meaning to semi custom yacht, thanks to the innovative modular system which can virtually make all models in this line look different not only on the inside, as is the majority of yachts in this size are but most also on the outside.

Technical Data:

LOA - 39 m (128ft)

Beam - 9.10 m

Draft - 2.75 m

Fuel Capacity - 40.000 l

Water Capacity - 12.000 l

Accommodation - ten guests in five cabins

Engines - 2 x MTU 12V2000 M70 1070hp

Speed - fourteen knots max

Range - transatlantic

Design - De Voogt exterior and naval architecture, Terrence Disdale interior

www.feadship.nl

Project: Ferretti 840 Altura

Ferretti presents the project of it's second Altura model, the 840 following the 690 launched in 2005 by the World respected Italian yacht builder. As was the case with the 690, the new 840 model follows a different concept of yacht design, with the owners cabin located aft a striking feature of the Altura range, complemented with other new ideas for max onboard comfort and practicality. The 840 Altura adds the bonus of difference with features like the exterior deck layout offering ample spaces for maximum open air living, the totally separate dinning galley area situated in between the main deck saloon and cabin areas, and the interior helm station situated in an upper raised position for maximum view and entertainment by the guests. Estimated performance for the new Altura model is of 30.5 knots max and a 27 knots cruise, powered by latest MTU 12V 2000 engines of 1823 hp each. Ferretti and Zuccon have again broken the barriers of normal yacht schematics with the new 840 Altura, developing the aft cabin to new design border but also adding to it different solutions making this new Ferretti super yacht stand out with it's pure genius as a "Villa on the Sea". Think of it this way, if you like it you will not find much similar designs to it.

www.ferretti-yachts.com

New Model: Fairline 55 Squadron

Pictured here is hull number one of the new Squadron 55 already looking set to be another classic in the making, as was its predecessor the old 55 Squadron produced from 1996 till 2004, which I believe was the most successful of the line with over 150 deliveries in an 8 year production space. The new Squadron offers sleek lines and beautiful external shapes taking a lot from the bigger 68 and 78 models. Inside this new model is a spacious affair with big windows, offering natural light and airy ambiance unthinkable in a boat of 16 metres. The magnificent full beam master stateroom is one of the finest in this size, with panoramic hull windows, state of the art ‘electro-opaque’ bathroom walls and an immense, cabin-width wardrobe. The saloon, galley and guest accommodation, follow what you find in the master cabin with unmatched light, space, facilities and comfort. From the expansive, impressively equipped and beautifully proportioned flybridge, to the fabulously appointed forward cabin, the 55 Squadron sets completely new benchmarks for both luxury and quality. Looks like another world-yacht is launched by one of Britain's finest builder, whether it will have the success of the old 55 is now just a question, that only a couple of production years can answer to, but the making of a successful boat are here.
Technical Data:
LOA - 16.88 m (55.5ft) inc gunnel
Length - 16.66 m
Beam - 4.80 m
Weight - 21.81 t
Fuel Capacity - 2500 l
Water Capacity - 1142 l
Accommodation - 6 / 7 berths
Engines - 2 x Volvo D12-800 EVC 775hp
Speed - 32 knots max, 28 knots cruising estimated

Project - Bernard Olesinski

www.fairline.com

Projects: Estensi 420 Goldstar C, Estensi 560 Goldstar Fly C

Goldstar is the line from Cantieri Estensi of traditional cruisers and yachts based on the classic design of the lobster boat, a type of craft which made boating history in the US in the early to middle of the twentieth century. This new 420 Goldstar C is the classic evolution of the 400 Goldstar S, featuring a bigger cockpit, wood finished patio door just as tradition should be and a squarish stern with integrated bathing platform. Length wise she is identical to the 400 with the same beam 4.00 metres, but also the same overall length 12.90 metres. Power comes from a pair of 400 hp engines, and certification is the maximum usually given to European build boats, that is a CE A rating. A new project from Estensi also in the Goldstar line, presenting another evolution to the 540 model, with the new 560 Goldstar Fly C, with designer Maurizio Zuccheri following the competition and offering a flybridge version to the flagship. Apart the flybridge other important difference will be the classic squared stern, which adds space to the cockpit, with the manufacturer claiming it to be the most spacious of the category.

www.cantieriestensi.it

New Model: San Juan SJ40FB

This particular make, takes me to the roots of my passion for boats, when as a young bloke I used to see boats in the local harbours and then go at home and search in the various magazines to find what the mysterious models those with no information on the hull or topsides could be. This is how I discovered San Juan yachts, when in December an extremely wonderful lobster boat was gracing one of the local marinas, but this boat had no means of identification. Browsing in the Internet did not prove successful at first, until I stumbled on a message board discussing lobster boats and there it goes, I finally discovered what the nice lobster boat was, the San Juan 48! Here is the latest model from this youngish ten year old builder, founded 1998, in Washington. The latest SJ40 FB for Flybridge, another stunning traditional cruiser from SanJuan presented during the last Miami show, sitting in the range between the 38 and 48 Flybridge. The general interior arrangement shows an open plan layout with a master cabin forward, a galley to port and a spacious head to starboard. The cockpit with its two sun loungers sitting in the centre of the boat is also a spacious affair.

Technical Data:

LOA - 12.3 m (40.7ft)

Beam - 3.70 m

Draft - 0.66 m

Displacement - 8200 kg

Fuel Capacity - 1135 l

Water Capacity - 301 l

Accommodation - 5 berths

Engines - 2 x Yanmar 6LY3-UTP 380hp

www.sanjuanyachts.com

Projects: Jeanneau 50 Prestige, Jeanneau 50 Prestige S2

Jeanneau announces the project of the 50 Prestige, a new flybridge model which will be the flagship model for the high range of stylish cruisers and yachts from the French builder, designed by Italian architect Garroni. The little information so far provided by Jeanneau, announces a full beam owners cabin with big side view windows, and also of a 3 cabin 3 head layout, looks pretty spacious below for a 50 footer. Jeanneau also advices a very spacious flybridge deck, distinct saloon dining areas and a well appointed flybridge. The design picture above shows also a natural light filled interior up top in the socializing areas but also in the cabins. Power is from Volvo D9 twins at 575 hp each. Expected launch is for the 2008 Autumn boat shows, with what will be a very competitive price. The Prestige 50S2 benefits from an eye-catching new design improvement, featuring contemporary lines along the sport top and a large, integrated tender garage. This skilfully designed new styling results in even greater interior volume. With the tremendous success of the Prestige 50S, launched in 2007, Jeanneau demonstrates its capacity to evolve and to develop a very distinctive style. Luxurious details and the exceptional quality of materials onboard lend the Prestige 50S2 its exclusive signature style. Available in a two-cabin or a three-cabin layout, this new Prestige 50S2 will be presented at autumn 2008 boat shows.

www.jeanneau.com

Class 1 - Jotun Show in Arendal

Jotun’s Jorn Tandberg and Inge Brigt Aarbakke produced arguably one of the great drives in one of the most spectacular races seen in Class 1, putting their way past both Victory boats and back-markers to win tthe BMW Norwegian Grand Prix in Arendal, sending the tens-of-thousands of home supporters into a complete frenzy. Last year’s winner, Victory 7 finished second ahead of team-mates and Championship leaders, Victory 1.

Starting from second on the front row, Jotun’s all-Norwegian pairing, running in only their second race together, found themselves a place down by the end of the opening lap with both Victory boats ahead of them, with Qatar 96, the pole sitters trailing in fourth. By the end of lap six, with both Jotun and Victory 1 having taken one long-lap, they came into the start-finish turn side-by-side. Jotun had the inside-line, held their nerve, went tight in the turn and moved into second place.

Five laps later, with the leading trio having completed both mandatory long-laps, it was Victory 7 turn to feel the heat as Jotun bore down on them - again as they approached the start-finish turn - and despite a pair of back-markers in front of them, Jotun scythed their way through the traffic - at one point coming together with Victory 7 - before passing them on the outside of the turn to take the lead, going on to win the 17-lap, 96.21Nm BMW Norwegian Grand Prix by 13 seconds.

Despite a spectacular start, moving from fourth on the front row to lead at the first turn and for 11 of the 17 laps, Victory 7 had to settle for second place. Second spot for Victory 7 keeps the European title defence alive, reducing the gap to team-mates Victory 1 to 13-points with one race to go. And although their winning streak is now over, third place for Victory 1 means they still have a commanding 21-point lead in the overall title race.

For Qatar 96, despite the advantage of starting from pole position, the race was lost at the start, and the points’ gap that they had hoped to reduce between themselves and the leaders has now increased.

Qatar 95 maintained their pole status throughout, finishing fifth ahead of a solid performance by Tom-Barry-Cotter and Pal Virik Nilsen in Maritimo, who were given a wild card entry by the event organisers, and proved to be the strongest of the middle order. After a frustrating weekend beset by technical problems, Foresti & Suardi went the race distance picking up points in seventh place ahead of Roscioli Hotels Roma, who despite limited time on the water this weekend due to repairs being made to their boat, also picked up points with Carrasco gaining more valuable race experience. But there was disappointment for Qatar 9 and SeveneleveN, both retiring with technical problems.

BMW NORWEGIAN GRAND PRIX - results

1. Jotun 90 - IB Aarbakke (Norway) / J Tandberg (Norway) - 00.57.47,20

2. Victory 7 - A Al Mehairbi (UAE) / JM Sanchez (France) +00.13,30

3. Victory 1 - M Al Marri (UAE) / N Bin Hendi (UAE) + 00.22,89

4. Qatar 96 - H Al-Thani (Qatar) / S Curtis (England) + 00.26,19

5. Qatar 95 - A Al-Sulaiti (Qatar) / M Nicolini (Italy) + 01.40,78

6. Maritimo – T Barry-Cotter (Australia) / PV Nilsen (Norway) + 02.46,30

7. Foresti & Suardi 8 - K Selmer (Norway) / G Montavoci (Italy) + 1lap

8. Roscioli Hotels Roma 88 - S Carrasco (Spain) / D Cirilli (Spain) + 2laps

9. Qatar 9 - M Al-Nassr (Qatar) / L Nicolini (Italy) – dnf

10. SeveneleveN 18 - G Manuzzi (Italy) / N Giorgi (Italy) – dnf

WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP POSITIONS - after round 4 of 8

1. Victory 1 - M Al Marri (UAE) / N Bin Hendi (UAE) – 80pts

2. Victory 7 - A Al Mehairbi (UAE) / JM Sanchez (France) – 59pts

3= Qatar 95 - A Al-Sulaiti (Qatar) / M Nicolini (Italy) – 48pts

3= Qatar 96 - H Al-Thani (Qatar) / S Curtis (England) – 48pts

5. Jotun 90 – IB Aarbakke (Norway) / J Tandberg (Norway) – 42pts

6. Foresti & Suardi 8 - K Selmer (Norway) / G Montavoci (Italy) – 32pts

7. Roscioli Hotels Roma 88 - S Carrasco (Spain) / D Cirilli (Spain) – 12pts

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

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

9= Qatar 9 - M Al-Nassr (Qatar) / L Nicolini (Italy) – 4pts

(championship points include bonus points allocated to teams for running engines for two consecutive races - one point, per engine, per race)

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