Project: Aquador 33 HT

Finnish builder Aquador presents the project of its largest boat to date, the 33 HT which promises to be loaded with first-rate amenities, be powerful, and surprise for its accommodation which can support a large party for leisurely comfort on long excursions. Aquadors upcoming 33 HT prestige wants also to successfully blend the attributes of both hardtop and walk around boats to enhance its inshore and offshore capabilities. Of interest is its six berth accommodation with a two cabin layout, with two separated double berths located mid ship, and a convertible to double vee shaped saloon located to fore. Power is from twin engines from up to a total of 600hp.

www.aquadorboats.fi

New Model: Gagliotta 35 Lobster

Gagliotta the Naples builder presents the new 35 Lobster model, a departure from its current four model line of sport cruisers and yachts from 32 up to 52 feet. Many new Italian builders have jumped on traditional boat designs, so Gagliotta being an old name associated in fast type cruisers is interesting to see how it performs with this new medium sized 35 Lobster model. For the project the Italian Neapolitan builder entrusted none the less then top design team Rolf & Vrolijk winners of of the 31st and 32Nd edition of the Americas Cup with Swiss team Alinghi. The 35 Lobster spaces are all about tradition, and it offers an outside under the hard top galley, and interior accommodation with a settee, vee shaped berth to fore and separate shower head. Power is from twin Volvo 260hp, which give top speeds of 33 knots and cruising at 28 knots.
Technical Data:
LOA - 11 m (36ft)
Waterline Length - 9.89 m
Beam - 3.28 m
Draft - 0.67 m
Displacement - 7400 kg
Fuel Capacity - 540 l
Water Capacity - 310 l
Engines - 2 x Volvo D4 260hp
Speed - 33 knots max, 28 knots cruising
Construction - vinylester resins in cored sandwich construction
Project - Rolf & Vrolijk

www.gagliotta.com

Projects: Maritimo A60 Aegean Enclosed, Maritimo 56 Cruising Motoryacht

Australian boat builder Maritimo presents the project of two further upcoming models to join its existing range of cruisers and yachts. The first of these pictured above is the A60 Aegean Enclosed, and this is a three, closed upper bridge version for the A60 Aegean Flybridge model presented in 2008. With the enclosed bridge the A60 Aegean Enclosed takes a whole new dimension and modifies all the interior plan versus the model on which it is based. The main deck presents a different more spacious saloon, now with twin spacious l-shaped settees, galley aft and an internal staircase leading to the third deck. Up in the third upper deck enclosed area one finds a central located helm station, and two settees to both sides. Below the standard layout is also different offering a 3 cabin, 3 head version with a mid ship located owners cabin. Power for the A60 Aegean Enclosed is twin C12 715hp Cats, of which Maritimo expects a similar 25 knots cruising speed as the standard Flybridge version.

The other project set to be unveiled this month is the new 56 Cruising Motoryacht, and will be the fourth and second in size model of this range from Maritimo. The Cruising Motoryacht is a very interesting range offering hybrid looks, associated with a Sport Fisherman but adding to it comforts coming from Motor Yachts, like deep side deck, extended integrated bathing platform, and an aft deck area more made to relax and socialize then the usual open plan associated with the gaming machines. This 56 Cruising Motoryacht is expected with great anticipation mostly for pushing also the envelope of this range to a more modern direction and will offer an enclosed bridge, an interior with 3 cabins 2 heads, and an abaft located galley. Power will be twin Cats 715hp which will give a cruising speed of about 25 knots to this 27 toner.

www.maritimo.com.au

New Model: Sea Ray 22 Pachanga

Sea Ray 2009 lineup will mark the return of the yards history with the new 22 Pachanga first 100 units coming with a 50th Anniversary Limited Edition package that commemorates the company's five decades of business and includes special Ultraleather upholstery, red gel coat, and a numbered builder's plate. The original Pachanga was introduced in 1969 and represented a radical departure in style for the builder. Designed to satisfy a growing number of boaters who were more attracted to speed than to size and amenities, the 18-footer could exceed 50 mph and had a low profile, rakish windshield and prominent racing stripe. Pachanga means "lively party" in Spanish, was brought back in 1986 when the 22 feet Pachanga II was launched. It pioneered the 260hp MerCruiser stern drive. This latest version of the Pachanga, measuring 24 feet, honors the past but also incorporating advanced technologies that boaters expect from today's Sea Rays. The exterior is fast and flashy, with a sleek windshield, reverse sheer line and stainless-steel hardware. The limited edition red gel coat, Pachanga logo and patterned vinyl give it an eye-catching, vintage feel .But don't let its retro looks fool you. The new Pachanga is a modern hot rod from the keel up. It runs on a deep V-hull and six lifting strakes that allow it come out of the water quickly and provide fast, nimble maneuvering. Standard power is a MerCruiser 350 Magnum 300hp with MPI Bravo I stern drive. For extreme speed demons, three additional engine options range up to a scorching 496 Magnum HO Bravo III 425hp. Accommodation is a fairly large upholstered cuddy cabin featuring a deck hatch, Sony stereo, and a portable head available as optional.
Technical Data:
LOA - 7.32 m (24ft)
Beam - 2.56 m
Draft - 0.94 m
Weight - 2351 kg dry
Fuel Capacity - 189 l
Max Persons - 7
Engines - 1 x Mercruiser 350 Magnum 300hp, 496 Magnum 425 hp
Propulsion - Stern drive Bravo I, Bravo III
Hull Shape - vee with 21 degrees dead rise

www.searay.com

Project: Sarnico 80 Grande

Sarnico presents more detailed design rendering for its new upcoming flagship project announced as far as in 2005 and still being waited much by the critics and passionate boaters alike. The new Grande, Italian word meaning big, will be Sarnico biggest model at 80 feet of length, what is normally associated with pocket sized Super Yacht status. As all this respected builder range design is by the able renowned hands of Nuvolari Lenard. The Venice design duo now have been long collaborators to the North Italian builder since 1995 when the yard presented it still in production and successful 45 model. Hull shape also continues the collaboration with the renowned Brunellos Acampora Victory Design. As seen in the latest Sport Yachts of this size the Grande will also offer a Sport Bridge above the hardtop, offering a sun lounger as standard with the option of a second helm station in the Command Bridge version. The Grande seems also to abandon the much loved Sarnico aft cabin, a feature in all its models starting from the 45. Power will be by twin MAN engines at 1550hp or the optional 1800hp.

www.cantieridisarnico.it

Project: Freedom Boatworks 56 Sportfisherman

For those who think US custom Sportfish builders innovation is just in the cold mold building method just make a rethink of this. In fact North Carolina's Freedom Boatworks presents this very interesting 56 Sportfisherman project set to launch the coming Summer and already in advanced building stages. The 56 Sportfisherman will in fact be the first Custom Sportfish Yacht with flybridge to be equipped with triple Volvo pods latest generation second series IPS900 700hp each. The other novelty for this Sportfish Yacht will be its spacious interior offering a four cabin three head layout, and in all this giving the owner a full beam mid ship cabin, and a fore VIP cabin for his special guests. This is a very interesting new build, and as Freedom Boatworks put it here we have a 56 foot Sportfish yacht which gives 20 metres in space, and the efficiency of a 45 footer. Performance estimates are an impressive 40 knots plus of top speed with cruising in the mid thirties.

www.ncfreedomboatworks.com

Improve-it = Cigarette 49 Grand Sport

Cigarette introduces a new ground breaking version for its 49 Grand Sport, by offering a Diesel engine option. Launched in the fall of 2008 with twin Cummins 600hp Diesel engines combined with Mercruiser stern drives Cigarette Racing Team say the new Diesel 49 Grand Sport is 18 months in the making, and with the help of Cummins Mercruiser they developed a boat which can withstand the salt water thanks to Mercury's Enhanced Corrosion Protection. Cigarettes points also for the improvements this new Diesel option gives like better fuel economics, longer engine life, and less maintenance to Petrol engines. With this option Cigarette also include a two speed transmission allowing for fast acceleration and better speeds. As usual the comfort of the standard version are all there like six feet headroom in the cabin, but also duplicate navigation instruments on the passenger side, and underwater exhaust for silenced navigational comfort.

www.cigaretteracing.com

New Model: Queens Yachts 62

Queens Yachts presents its fourth model with the much waited 62, second bigger model in its current produced range. The Italian Queens, here competes in a tight market spot with all the major builders offering similar themed and sized boats. Queens Yachts major advantage seems to be big spaces, spacious three double cabins all with private head, private crew cabin aft, and not so large engines with twin 900hp MAN pushing this 29 toner Sport Yacht. Wondering what the performance will be as this is a very small choice for this size, but if this manages thirty knots plus I am sure those who choose the Queens Yachts 62 will smile a lot at the pump. In the interior the new 62 has a three cabins heads layout, with a spacious full beam owners cabin. There is also a fairly spacious crew cabin aft. The galley is located on the main deck to the fore port side and down two steps of the main deck bridge area, aimed at creating a separate area. Aft of this there is also a dining table and L-shaped saloon settee.
Technical Data:
LOA - 19.54 m (64.1ft)
Hull Length - 17.95 m
Beam - 5.25 m
Draft - 1.30 m
Displacement - 29 t
Fuel Capacity - 3500 l
Water Capacity - 800 l

Accommodation - six berths in three cabins, one crew cabin berth  
Engines - 2 x MAN V8 900hp

Speed - thirty knots max

Project - Alessandro Inno

www.queensyachts.com

Improve-it = Riviera 51 Enclosed Flybridge Series II

As announced a few weeks back Riviera is offering new IPS propulsion option to the 51 model, but this is not only available to the Open Flybridge but also to the Enclosed Flybridge Series II. Following extensive testing, the Enclosed Bridge version of the 51 is now available with triple Volvo Penta IPS drive systems. The same 51 Enclosed Flybridge Series will continue to be offered with shaft drive. With more than 150 of Riviera 51 Flybridge delivered this classy three cabin Sportfish Yacht, now has the option of Volvo innovative front looking IPS pod drives offering additional space amidships. Standard engine room area is now used for storage, stowing diving, fishing gear, and an optional crew’s quarters including bunk and a fully-equipped bathroom. Access to the space is via a door from the cockpit but there is also an option to provide a second access via a hatch in the saloon. This space also includes the boat’s gen set, air conditioning units and battery banks, offering very easy servicing. It is also used to access the front of the three Volvo Penta IPS engines. Main access to the engines is via the hinged cockpit floor that lifts on an electric actuator. The fuel tank is forward, immediately behind the accommodation bulkhead, offering noise protection to the accommodation area. The IPS propelled option features an entirely new hull, developed by Riviera’s design team in consultation with Volvo Penta senior designers. Dead rise at the transom is now 15 degrees. The new propulsion option builds on the features of the Riviera 51 Enclosed Flybridge Series II model launched at the 2008 Sydney International Boat Show.

www.riviera.com.au

Project: Bruno Abbate Primatist B62 Aerotop Pininfarina

Bruno Abbate Primstist continues the collaboration with Pininfarina presenting more detailed renderings for the fourth model to be designed by the famous Italian firm for the renowned Italian builder. Announced a couple of months back first as the G62, the B62 Aerotop Pininfarina project is an important step for the Lake Como company, and will be its second bigger model after the G70, this last also being the first to be styled by Pininfarina. By these renderings alone I would say this will look bigger to the G70 and offer also a different space environment with a fully enclosed main deck hard top. The B62 seems also to be having fuller rounded upper bow sections, something introduced by another Italian firm in 2004 and why it looked trendy at the time this solutions seems to be more used by more builders the more time passes. Now it will be curious to see how this looks on the Primatist aggressive bow! Another interesting detail is also the windscreen which will go as far as the forward part of the deck, this area forming part of the lower accommodation deck and I am led to be believed to be also glassed, which if it is so will let natural light to flow in the cabins.

www.primatist.it