Project: San Juan 75

San Juan presents the project of there new upcoming flagship model, the 75 which expands the range to 6 models, and to an important 75 feet length. The 75 will replace the 48 FB, as the biggest offer from this Washington based builder, which is still relatively young being founded in 1998. The new 75 continues the lobster inspired traditional yacht lines of the range, but unlike its smaller sisters modern solutions seem included like the two large vertical windows in the midship of the hull, and by the looks of it also some inspiration from classic sportfisher yachts, for the design of the super structure and the flybridge. San Juan has so far communicated minimum information, but if its smaller sisters are anything of note, is that the build quality of construction and finish of this builder is really second to none, so accept more of this for the new flagship.

www.sanjuanyachts.com

New Model: Nordic Tugs 49

The all-new and thoroughly modern Nordic Tug 49 is a much-anticipated addition to this American builder line of classic, tug-style cruising yachts. While the 49 is a Nordic Tug through-and-through, discerning boaters will notice many subtle enhancements that elevate this model's beauty and functionality to a whole new level. The 49 was designed by naval architect Howard Apollonio of Apollonio Naval Architecture and will retain the character of the previous models, but the new hull design will benefit from advancements in design and technology. And with a shallower draft of 1.2 metres, the 49 is the ideal go anywhere boat, perfect for cruising and good both inland and coastal waters. The Nordic Tug 49 will feature a very spacious interior designed for optimal livability and incorporates the work of the highly regarded marine interior designer Judy Bell-Davis of the Bell Design Group. The two-cabin boat has a full-beam master stateroom amidships, beneath the pilothouse, and an equally well-appointed guest stateroom forward.
Technical Data:
LOA - 17.8 m (59.5ft) with pulpit

Length Waterline - 14.7 m
Beam - 4.90 m Draft - 1.27 m
Displacement - 20411 kg dry
Fuel Capacity - 3028 l
Water Capacity - 1135 l
Accommodation - 6 berths
Engines - 1 x Cummins QSM11 610hp
Project - Howard Apollonio exterior, Judy Bell-Davis interior

www.nordictugs.com

New Model: Fashion 85

Fashion Yachts presents its new 85, a WOW factor super sport yacht thanks to the color and the aggressive lines. Inside the new Fashion 85 features a classic 4 cabin layout, with mid ship full beam owners cabin, VIP cabin to fore and 2 double single cabins in between. For hull number one, furnishings is a trendy wine Bordeaux leathers and opaque maple woods. The hardtop is one of the innovations of the 85, finished in carbon which becomes transparent or totally dark thanks to the push of a button and the special glass used. The aft deck is also another innovative area compared to other Sport Yachts of similar sizes, which thanks to the chaise lounges, and settees used this can transform as one sees fit, from an open space plan to one full of settees similar to what is found in much bigger boats. Propulsion wise the Fashion 85 is powered by twin MAN 1500hp, propelled by SDS5 surface drives, giving a top speed of 39 knots with a medium load. Fashion 85 continues the trend of this builder to present high quality looking sports yachts, with what could have been more look alike to the nice 55 and 68 models, which do offer a unique exterior image versus the competition.
Technical Data:

LOA - 23.90 m (78.4ft)

Length - 22.97 m

Beam - 5.50 m

Draft - 1.20 m

Fuel Capacity - 5500 l

Water Capacity - 1500 l

Accommodation - 8 berths in 4 cabins, crew cabin berths aft

Engines - 2 x MAN 1500hp

Propulsion - SDS5 Surface Drives

Speed - 38 knots max, 35 knots cruising

Range - 400 nautical miles at 26 knots

Certification - CE

www.fashionyachtsgroup.it

New Model: Moonen 97

Moonen Shipyards a leading builder of pocket-size superyachts up to 124 feet, has launched the first in its new 97 series, the latest of the shipyard’s acclaimed Displacement models. René van der Velden Yacht Design sculpted the Moonen 97 with a close family resemblance to the popular 84, with a harmonious profile, nicely flared bow, sloped stern with twin stairways, graceful sheer, and bold fashion plates. She is set over a seakindly round-bilge hull by Diana Yacht Design and has an inventive contemporary styling by Art-Line Interiors. The first yacht, Darsea, has already made her maiden passage to the Mediterranean; the second is set for launch later on; the third is in building process. The Moonen 97 is a prime example of how this dutch builder teams up with the initial client to produce a model with unique features that are universal enough to attract future clients. Combining and rearranging the outstanding features of the previous designs, Moonen created the 97 for a growing number of clients seeking a medium-size, long-range cruiser midway between the 72 and the 124, flagship of the range. The Moonen 97 with steel hull and aluminium superstructure, is an extended version of the custom build 96 Clementine, with the raised pilothouse replaced by a long flying bridge and sundeck with whirlpool bath. This results in a somewhat lower profile in keeping with the "typical Moonen" look of the Displacement Series. Below, the greater volume enabled Moonen to augment the four-cabin layout by enlarging owner and guest suites, expanding crew quarters, increasing stowage, and fitting in fuel tankage for about 28,000 litres providing transatlantic range. During sea trial, hull number one easily met her 13 knot design speed. At the "economy"cruising speed of nine knots, her fuel consumption was as expected at 55 litres per hour. In her maneuvering test she executed a 74-meter-diameter turning circle, and in sound measurements with both engines and genset running, she met or was better than predicted levels: no guest cabin exceeded 50 dB(A) at cruising speed and 54 dB(A) at maximum speed. With a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, the Moonen 97 is equipped by twin Caterpillar engines, Naiad zero-speed stabilizers, Cramm bow thruster, and is built to Lloyd’s Register Class and MCA Certification.

Technical Data:

LOA - 30 m (98.4ft)

Length Waterline - 27.2 m

Beam - 7.30 m

Draft - 2.18 m

Displacement - 185 t

Fuel Capacity - 27.650 l

Water Capacity - 6.700 l

Engines - 2 x Caterpillar C18DI-TA

Speed - 13 knots max, 12 knots cruising, 9 knot economical

Range - 4000 nm @ 9 knots

Hull Shape - round bildge displacement

Construction Material - Grade A steel hull, Aluminum A1Mg4,5Mn super structure

Project - Rene van der Velden, Diana Yacht Design

Classification - Lloyd's Class, MCA Certified

www.moonen.com

Project: Mano M 48

Mano, a South Italian builder presents the project of its new flagship model the M 48. The new M 48 offers contemporary classic modern exterior lines, and was the next step to take for Mano, aiming at keeping the clientele of the M35 and 38.50 into the brand. M 48 will have a classic interior layout, although the big central windows may suggest otherwise, but the plans show so far a 3 cabin layout with forward owners cabin with separate head and shower rooms, c-shaped saloon, galley, guest shower head, and 2 identical twin single guest cabins midship. The M 48 also makes best use of its spacious exteriors spaces, with an aft sunbed featuring a tender garage underneath, a c-shaped settee to port, and helm station to starboard. Worth noting is also the spacious side decks for a boat this size, which Mano says will be among the most wide in this size. Engine power and propulsion has so far not been announced.

www.manomarine.com

New Model: Class Yacht 43 Premiere Hard Top Open

Following the success of Class Yacht 51 Premiere, it's a pleasure to introduce the new traditional cruiser from this central Italy located builder, launching the 43 Premiere Hard Top Open, just a month ago. The 43 Premiere hull for this model will also be built in three other versions: a fully enclosed Hard Top, Top Less and Sport. The Class Yacht 43 Premiere is a 100% “made in Italy” product, built in glass Kevlar and it has a polyvalent deep vee shaped hull which can navigate both in planning and displacement speeds, in total comfort. The building process of all the Premiere Yacht’s range comes from both the military experience and from the University's research, since the designer of the yacht works for the Italian Navy and is a University professor too. For the unique characteristics and for its building philosophy, the bigger sister of the 43, the 51 Premiere was chosen as testimonial of an International congress about “high performance hull” which took place in Italy last September. The picture above shows the first model of the 43 Premiere in the Hard Top Open version, keeping similar looks to the 51 of a Traditional Cruiser with lobster lines, but an important novelty also here with the addition of the deep side decks. The 43 is powered by Volvo's IPS500, and has a two cabin, 2 head lower deck with a customisable approach to the fitting out and the layout. Speeds goes from peaks of 32 knots in low load mode, 25 knots fast cruising, a 15 knots low planning speed, and last a slow 9 knot displacement speed which Premiere says will still keep you in absolute comfort, unlike other planning boats.

Technical Data:
LOA - 13.20 m (43.3ft)
Length Hull - 12.1 m
Length Waterline - 11.3 m
Beam - 4.30 m
Displacement - 9500 kg loaded, 7500 kg empty
Fuel Capacity - 1400 l
Water Capacity - 700 l
Max Persons - 12
Engines - 2 x Volvo Penta IPS500 350hp
Propulsion - Volvo IPS forward facing duoprop Pod Drives
Speed - 32 knots max, 25 knots cruising, 15 knots slow cruise, 9 knots displacement cruise
Range - 300 nautical miles @ 25 knots
Certification - CE A

www.premiereyacht.it

Propulsion: Yanmar Sterndrive ZT350

The ZT350 is an all-new sterndrive, designed and manufactured by Yanmar Marine for use with its BY and LP series diesel engines. The quiet, hydrodynamic ZT350 has a new type of hydraulic clutch for smooth operation, precision-forged gears to add durability, plus two counter-rotating propellers to maximise acceleration and enable tight-hold tracking. Its large rudder dimensions allow superior handling on single and twin-engine boats. Weight with propellers is just 112kg. With maximum power 350hp (257kW) at 3,800rpm input the available gear ratios are 1.65 and 1.78. At a maximum 260hp (191kW) at 4,000rpm, gearing is 1.97 or 2.18. Aimed at the repowering market as well as new craft, the new Yanmar drive has the same installation dimensions as compatible units currently available in the market.

www.yanmarmarine.com

New Model: Marquis 720 Fly Bridge

The new Marquis 720 Fly Bridge is this US builder new flagship model offering an expansive and substantial vessel, with an opulent living accommodations providing the owners and their guests with a widely variable selection of living and entertaining environments. The salon of the new 720 is to be the place for social gatherings and evening dining with adjacent gourmet galley and serving center situated on the same floor level as the salon, a feature that is difficult to find in similar sized yachts but certain to be appreciated by those considering the 720. Three separate staterooms, three head compartments all equiped with dedicated showers, with a fourth stateroom available as option are situated below decks. The owner's stateroom uses the yacht's full beam to provide a true yacht grade living environment. A much sought feature on the Marquis 720 is the cabin located off the yacht's transom and swim platform, with this area being utilized as captain's quarters or as a sea side cabana complete with its own shower, head and sink. As with all Marquis Motor Yachts, the new 720 Fly Bridge is built complying with CE A Classification, one of the most serious yacht construction specifications in the world showing not only its beauty but the making of a true global class yacht.
Technical Data:
LOA - 22 m (72.1 ft)
Hull Length - 20.6 m
Beam - 5.5 m
Draft - 1.5 m
Weight - 54.5 t loaded, 49.4 t empty
Fuel Capacity - 4921 l
Water Capacity - 757 l
Accommodation - 3 cabins 6 berths + 1 crew berth, 4 cabins 8 berths + 2 crew berths
Engines - 2 x MTU 10v2000 1360hp, 10v2000 1500hp, CAT C32 1421hp, CAT C32 1676hp
Project - Nuvolari Lenard
Certification - CE A

www.marquisyachts.com

Project: Back Cove 37

Back Cove Yachts has grown significantly since the first 29 was launched in 2003, and delivering 300 craft after this in a 6 year period. The market has accepted Back Cove traditional looking cruisers, with overwhelming enthusiasism and the question asked to the US builder what size will be the next model, following the overwhelming success of the 33. Naval architecture logic says that planing, single engine boats that like to go more than 20 knots, are limited in LOA to about 11 metres due to weight and drag factors, so Back Cove's design team has envisioned the 37, which will be its current largest offer at 37 feet. Her interior will feature two private cabins and a shared head with stall shower. She will have a mid-level galley and a fully enclosed sedan style helm deck. Her exterior offers the same hallmarks that other Back Cove models provide. Safe and wide side decks, great deck hardware a very crew-friendly foredeck and a large cockpit with plenty of seating. Standard power is a 480 HP Cummins QSB diesel engine and she'll have gen set and air conditioning supplied as standard. At the helm, two Stidd seats offer comfortable perches for helmsperson and crew.

www.backcoveyachts.com

New Model: Bertram 540

Bertram Yacht remains at the forefront of nautical design, quality performance and innovation as it unveils its latest breakthrough model; the 540, a new yacht that will be sure to make a stir in the sport fishing industry. The impact of the classic Bertram 54 was distinctive in the marine industry in its time, becoming one of the most sought classic models over the years, with the new 540 the US builder aims to emulate the success of its renowned predecessor. The 540 introduces new innovative elements to a sport fish craft, resulting in a yacht that delivers ultimate steadfast performance and sea keeping ability of a fishing vessel combined with the luxury of a cruising yacht. Aside from incredible seaworthiness thanks to a complete new hull design, the 540 offers new attributes to enhance the cruising experience. Undoubtedly, the most striking new feature is the forward wrap around window that provides breathtaking views of the surrounding waters and allows for an incredible amount of natural light to shine in the welcoming upper saloon. The yacht is also available with a lower helm station, something not seen much in pure sportfish yachts but also in a Bertram of this size. Bertram also says that the state of the art windows are made of multiple layers of glass and are tested and designed exclusively by parent company Ferretti group's Advanced Yacht Technologies, engineered to hold up to the roughest sport-fishing conditions and are actually reinforced directly into the fiberglass hull, contributing to the overall hull strength and design. The open view layout of the new 540 is radiant with white oak, providing an elegant richness and enhances the natural light that enters the salon. Another novelty is the galley area located astern, featuring a beautiful open bar area to facilitate movement between the salon and cockpit entry way, for a more open entertaining and dining experience which with the retractable aft cockpit window, makes for easy pass through of drinks and food between the cockpit and the galley. Many elements coming from the Ferretti Group Yachts where incorporated into the design of the new 540, enhancing the overall ease of use, providing the ultimate entertainment experience for all of those aboard making it a unique Sportfish Yacht in its size. Outfitted as an extreme fishing machine, the 540 is also streamlined with features that adhere to the needs of the true fisherman with maximized storage space: holding up to 25 fishing rods, additional tackle storage incorporation into the mezzanine along with a baitwell and freezer, transom fish box, and fish boxes on the cockpit floor placed on each side of the fighting chair for easier access from the transom door. With its universal appeal, the new 540 is proof of the steady commitment to excellence which push the standards of yacht building, and Sportfish boats alike while staying committed to the core principles and classic design of the historical image that the Bertram name owns.
Technical Data:
LOA - 17.4 m (57.1ft)
Hull Length - 16.5 m
Beam - 5.43 m
Displacement - 38 t
Fuel Capacity - 5769 l
Water Capacity - 850 l
Engines - 2 x MAN V12CR 1224hp, V12CR 1360hp, CAT C32 1676hp
Project - Zuccon International Project, Marty A.Lowe Interior

www.bertram.com

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