New Model: Corvette 320

Following ownership change to Fleming Yachts management, UK builder Corvette presents its new 320, representing a bit of a unique Explorer Cruiser thanks to many cross over features. In fact the new 320 unites the world of faster planning performance to that of a displacement explorer cruiser with unique spaces for its size. Just to make a note the 320 offers accommodation for two cabins, two head plan providing a level of comfort and privacy found only on larger boats. Another surprise is also the performance, which with its traditional, salty looks makes you think trawler, but the 320 will surprise you here too with 25 plus knots speed, and its sea kindly performance. Cruise leisurely and economically all day long at 7 knots or hit the throttles and get to your next destination before the weather turns ugly. Another surprise is that while many boats in this size range offer only single engine power, Corvette took the safety and improved handling route that comes with twin engines, which assures of getting home if you experience a problem with an engine, transmission or running gear, and there's nothing more maneuvering into a tight slip with twins under your command. Corvette also says that the cost of maintaining two smaller engines is the same, as are the running costs concerned with the fuel, versus a bigger single unit. The well thought out deck plan of the Corvette 320 provides the outdoor living space of a 40-footer too, with the helm on the flying bridge being the perfect place to run the 320 in good weather featuring a double helm seat plus two additional, built-in seating areas allow the crew to join the captain while underway. Aft of the flying bridge is an outdoor dining and lounge area complete with two settees and table. Last note is that Fleming is promising the quality of construction and choice of materials associated with its bigger explorer yachts line. The 320 as well as other future Corvette models will be built at the Tung Hwa facility in Taiwan, where the World famous Flemings are also being constructed.
Technical Data:
LOA - 9.95 m (32ft)
Beam - 3.96 m
Draft - 1.00 m
Displacement - 7.5 t half load
Fuel Capacity - 1000 l
Water Capacity - 364 l
Accommodation - 4 berths in 2 cabins, 2 heads
Engines - 2 x Yanmar 315hp, Cummins QSB 330hp
Certification - CE B

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Engine: John Deere HazLoc 6081HFH70 325hp

John Deere Power Systems is pleased to announce a new patented PowerTech HazLoc diesel engines. Built upon John Deere's proven 8.1L platform, the PowerTech HazLoc 6081HFH70 diesel engine received United States Coast Guard Marine Safety Center certification for Class 1, Division 1 Zone 1 Groups C & D hazardous locations. The PowerTech HazLoc electronically governed diesel engines are certified for use on board USCG–certified subchapter D & O vessels. As electronic engines have become more commonplace, engines installed in these marine applications are required to meet weather-deck requirements for electronics as directed by the USCG in United States-flagged vessels where there is the possibility of an explosive atmosphere in normal operations. A Class 1, Division 1 Zone 1 area is defined as being within a 3 meters radius of any source of gases that could create an explosive atmosphere, including tank vents, sounding tubes, valves and pumps. Any engine that operates in these conditions must meet these requirements. John Deere is the first diesel engine manufacturer to receive USCG MSC certification for Class 1 Division 1 (Zone 1) group C & D hazardous weather-deck locations, for electronically controlled engines. The John Deere PowerTech 6081HFH70 has 8.1L of displacement and offers up to 242 kW - 325hp at 2100 rpm. The 6081HFH70 is a 6-cylinder, electronically controlled, turbocharged and air-to-air aftercooled industrial engine for use in marine auxiliary applications.

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New Model: Hunt 29 Harrier

The development of the Hunt 29 Harrier was driven by the success of the smaller 25 Harrier, with customers asking for the same style on a larger platform. Harrier 29's increased length takes advantage and use of the 29 Surfhunter hull, already well proven and widely admired for its capabilities, efficiency and performance. The Harrier 29 is intended to be more of a day boat, which is immediately obvious in the huge and inviting cockpit. An on-deck galley makes entertaining even more fun, with helm and companion seats, L-settee, engine box and cross-transom seating for ten, and with superb visibility for sightseeing made even more appealing by the soft, dry ride for which Hunt Yachts are so widely praised. The forward cabin includes V-berth, enclosed stand-up head and stowage, all this without loosing and affecting the sleek, classic profile. Available engine is for six options, all single from Volvo or Yanmar, and in petrol gas or diesel format from 315hp up to 435hp. Hunt Yachts also offer a wide variety of propulsion form stern drive, to the traditional shaft in vee drive configuration, and jet propulsion for the least in draft. Speeds are estimated at a max of 36 knots with cruising of 30 knots.

Technical Data:

LOA - 9.02 m (29.6ft)

Beam - 3.23 m

Draft - 0.91 m

Displacement - 4082 kg loaded

Fuel Capacity - 567 l

Water Capacity - 105 l

Accommodation - 2 berths. 1 head

Engine - Petrol Gas 1 x Volvo 375hp gas, Volvo 425hp

Diesel Volvo 330hp Diesel, Volvo 370hp, Volvo 435hp, Yanmar 315hp

Propulsion - stern drive, vee drive shaft, water jet

Speed - 36 knots max, 30 knots cruise

Construction - solid e-glass bottom with vinylester resins and foam cored top sides

Design - C.Raymond Hunt Associates
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Project: Riva 86 Domino

Riva announces its next new model with the project of the 86 Domino, what will be the new Sport series hard top flagship. The 86 Domino also adds another Super Yacht to the Riva line, which now has four models over eighty feet. Lines where again trusted to Riva designer Micheli and his Officina Italiana Design. An architect who started his career with the company in 1984 and has since then established a never ending relationship with the renowned brand. So far Riva has given practically no details of the new Super Sport Yacht the 86 Domino accept for the above rendering image, but if one likes the looks you surely need to go to Cannes on the 9Th September to have a preview and get the scoop.

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New Model: Nordhavn 52

The new Nordhavn 52 is based on the 47 model, with P.A.E.’s designers actually extending it by five feet. The Nordhavn 52, is an evolution of its smaller sister, with more interior space and longer offshore capability to the 47. The new 52 differs itself from the 47 with three central design modifications, each of which combines to make a sleeker and slightly more efficient boat. The most significant of these changes is a cockpit extension, which opens up the rear of the boat as well as elongates the yacht’s lines. Other benefits is of added waterline length which is not limited simply to aesthetics. The design team was also able to work an extra approximate 800 litres of fuel into the capacity of the boat’s tanks and in turn, bump up the range. To coincide with the elongated cockpit, the upper level boat deck was lengthened by two feet, serving a dual purpose: not only does this offset the cockpit extension, it enables a bigger tender to be carried on top. Completing the enhanced look is the re-configuration of the flybridge. A purely cosmetic change with no features added or altered, but the newly-styled flybridge is now more integral with the boat deck and pilothouse roof. Despite these sublte differences and improvements, the new 52 follows the rest of the Nordhavn line, in a robust construction, superior level of fit and finish, and an ability to deliver her owners anywhere they wish to travel in safety, comfort and luxury.
Technical Data:
LOA - 16.56 m (54.4ft)
Length Waterline - 14.7 m
Beam - 4.9 m
Draft - 1.8 m
Displacement - 40.8 t
Fuel Capacity - 6322 l
Water Capacity - 1514 l
Accommodation - 4 berths in 2 cabins, 2 heads, 1 crew cabin
Engine - Lugger L1066T.2 165hp
Construction - vinilester resin, gelcoat White Ferro Super Shield, core sides Klegcell R75 foam

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Project: Princess 78 Motor Yacht

Princess presents the project for a new 78 Motor Yacht, which is set to debut in the home waters of the Southampton boat show.  My general knowledge tells me the 78 MY will be a replacement to the 23 Metre after 32 units build, although there is no official word from Princess about this. I also imagine the new 78 Motor Yacht to have a similar if not identical hull to the V78 launched earlier on this year, and which made its official debut in Antibes last Spring.  As the V78 the hull of the 78 Motor Yacht will also be resin infused which will give a cleaner build, along with a less weight per strength construction.  Princess is the first British builder to use resin infusion for its hulls.  Accommodation details are very minimal so far from Princess which says the new 78 Motor Yacht will have a four cabin en-suited interior.  Engines have also not been announced but accept similar options to the V78 but with less speeds due to the extra weight and drag of the flybridge.

www.princessyachts.com

Improve-it = Sabre 38 Express

Sabre Yachts first used pods on the 42 Express and the results were truly impressive. Sabre is now offering also the 38 Express with Volvo IPS drives and this application too changes the way this already great design handles at the dock and underway. The choice for the IPS pods in the 38, was simple is that the Volvo set up fitted under the cockpit deck using the existing molds whereas the Zeus pods did not fit. Performance figures published by Sabre for the 38 Express with IPS450 D6-330hp engines are a wide open throttle max speed of 31 knots, and a continues cruising of 26 knots which gives a range of 292 nautical miles.

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New Model: Freedom Boatworks 56 Sportfisherman

Freedom Boatworks has launched the much expected 56 Sportfisherman. This is Freedom second built following the launching of the 77 we presented here a few weeks back, which was completed earlier on this year. The 56 Sportfisherman is built as the 77 in cold molding technique with a male jig system. Power takes a bit innovation on the just launched 56 thanks to the use of triple Volvo IPS900 700hp engines. This set up gave a top speed of 42 knots in the first sea trials, with full equipment, twenty persons on board, and half fuel tanks. Economy cruise speed was 30 knots with consumption at only 190 litres per hours at this speed. Freedom declared that she was also a bit under propped so may be they accept something more of peak speeds. Thanks to the IPS engines the 56 Sportfisherman also manages the space of much bigger Sportfish Yachts with the lower deck offering four double cabins, and three heads. The owners cabin is also a much sought full beam mid ship cabin standing to the length of the yacht, which to my knowledge is a unique feat so far on a custom cold molded seventeen metre sportfish. As the 77 the 56 Sportfisherman was built by renowned builder Jim Polatty who with it completed his nineteenth construction. As the 77 design was done by Applied Concepts of Florida.

Technical Data:

Length - 17 m (56ft) Beam - 5.33 m

Draft - 1.42 m

Displacement - 21772 kg

Fuel Capacity - 3785 l

Water Capacity - 757 l

Accommodation - 4 double cabins 8 berths, 3 heads

Engines - 3 x Volvo IPS900 D11 700hp

Speed - 42 knots max, 30 knots economic cruise

Construction - cold molded male jig system

Project - Applie Concepts Florida, Jim Polatty

www.ncfreedomboatworks.com

Project: Azimut 38 Flybridge

Azimut Yachts will host the official global launch of the new 38 Flybridge at the Southampton Boat Show 2009. The new Azimut 38 Flybridge is the second of eight new models to be launched by the renowned Italian firm, following the 53 launched on 27Th June during its third Yachting Gala. The World Preview will take place on September 11Th, at 15:00, and will be happening on Clipper Marine Azimut UK and Balearic's dealer, Southampton stand. The Azimut 38 Flybridge continues the unique approach to design with perfection, craftsmanship, expertise and attention to detail being key attributes of its stunning fleet spanning now from this new 38 to 116 feet, all designed by designer Stefano Righini for the exterior lines, and Carlo Galeazzi for the interior. Innovative features on the new 38 Flybridge model will abound like the sky light within the master cabin allowing natural light to flood in, and the second cabin with its panoramic water line windows providing spectacular sea views. Each of the two cabins have access to en-suites and wardrobe facilities. The main saloon has a large dining area incorporated into the layout as well as ample storage in the port side cupboards and a spacious galley equipped with fridge freezer and electric hob. Azimut also say the flybridge of the new 38 will be the bigger in its size offering. The 38 Flybridge will be powered by twin Cummins 5.9QS 355hp engines and has estimated top speeds of 32 knots and a cruise of 28 knots.

www.azimutyachts.com

Powerboat P1 - Sweden GP SW1 Capital Double, SNAV OSG third GP

It was a weekend of difficult racing for P1 in the Sweden Grand Prix, which ended with a spectacular incident to the 77 Lucas Oil on the Sunday Endurance race in Evolution. The violent barrel roll to the Outerlimits boat thankfully resulted again in only minor injuries to pilots Nigel Hook and Joe Sgro. This is the second major incident of the season, altough this time the 77 Lucas Oil unlike the 53 Metamarine Pignolo has been declared total loss. Many teams complained at the difficulty of this course saying there was no place to overtake and too much curves. Among the complainers was the barrell rolled 77 Lucas Oil as well as Supersport title winners 43 Seagull Chaudron. In Evolution class the hunt to catch class leaders 47 Silverline continues and 88 SNAV OSG seems to have got closer thanks to a win and a second place. Supersport class finally gave full showing of 26 Team SW1 Capital speed, with the British team being second to make a full double win in a Grand Prix this year, after 88 SNAV OSG achieved this in San Benedetto del Tronto. 38 Baia Attolini who waited a month to make the hunt to 43 Seagull Chaudron surely would have gone out dissapointed as they lost a further ten points due to a speed penalty in the second race. Still the title is within there grasps, and I am sure the Ukranian team can feel the breath of the Italian squad with only a 28 points advantage. Now is for the last two races in a months time in the specatacular Syracuse in the biggest meditterranean island of Sicily, in the unpredictable and often rough Ionian sea.

PowerPole

33 Furnibo boat registered the quickest time in the PowerPole qualifying session making the first foray in the Fountain boat posting a time of 02:39.09. Despite the 10 Cigarette Smash Poker hull setting the early pace, it was the all-Belgian outfit who claimed their first PowerPole of 2009. Hemelaer, stepped aside to make way for van Riet, lavished praise on his compatriot. Hemelaer confirmed he will be returning to the cockpit for Saturday's Sprint race. Evolution-class leaders 47 Silverline endured a qualifying period to forget after sustaining a problem on their lap, but there misfortune were partially capitalised upon by Championship challengers 88 SNAV OSG took the second quickest time. 66 Cranefields Wine and 77 Lucas Oil Outerlimits also failed to register a qualifying time after picking up technical problems. In SuperSport 38 Baia Attolini sounded a warning to the 43 Seagull Chaudron after recording their second-straight PowerPole after a devastating qualifying lap in Sweden. As a result of the 03:10.02 lap secured the Italian team consisting of Acanfora, Renato Guidi and Roy Capasso will have first choice of lane for the tricky Gothenburg course. And Acanfora believes the result heaps pressure to the Seagull hull. The current World Champions in the Seagull Chaudron registered the second fastest time, finishing just over a second behind the front-runners. British team 26 Team SW1 Capital complete the top three after a solid qualifying session which saw them record an average speed of 75.87mph across the 4.09 nautical mile course. 17 MasForce and 22 Big Sergio were fourth and fifth fastest. 28 Blue Shaft were unable to complete its lap due to technical difficulties while engine failure put paid to the hopes of the all-female 44 Iko Casa.

Evolution Race 7

Fans turned out in their thousands in Langedrag to watch 10 SNAV OSG take their third consecutive victory and narrow the gap at the top of the Powerboat P1 World Championship Evolution-class standings. It was heartache for PowerPole sitters 33 Furnibo boat after an engine blew, denying them the opportunity to complete the start lap and ultimately cost them the chance to challenge for the overall title. A pacy opening lap saw 77 Lucas Oil Outerlimits boat post the quickest time and open a considerable lead over in-form SNAV OSG, 66 Cranefields Wine and 10 Cigarette Smash Poker. However, the American boat slowed up noticably during the sixth lap of the 48.84 nautical miles course to allow first, SNAV OSG's and then Cigarette Smash Poker, to pass without a challenge. By then, 33 Furnibo who earlier threatened an upset to take their first win of the season after a lightning start had been forced to retire from the race after the engines in the Cranefields Wine boat shut down at the beginning of the fourth lap of the race. Championship leaders 47 Silverline eked out another 73 points after finishing fourth, capitalising on the the misfortunes of Furnibo and Cranefields Wine.

Evolution Race 8

A drama-filled Endurance race in the Evolution-class eventually saw 33 Furnibo claim its maiden victory of the 2009 season. After 10 laps of the 19 lap race, the Belgian crew of Pierre Colpin and Frank Hemelaer held a six-second lead from the 77 Lucas Oil Outerlimits boat. However, the Lucas Oil boat, with Nigel Hook and Joe Sgro on board, barel-rolled the hull in front of the watching spectators to force race control to enforce a red flag. Upon resumption and with the race shortened to seven laps, PowerPole sitters Furnibo held off the challenge of SNAV OSG Outerlimits boat to secure maximum points. The 10 Cigarette Smash Poker boat took the final podium spot ahead of Championship leaders 47 Silverline, who haul another 73 points which move a step closer to securing the title in their maiden season in the Evolution-class.

SuperSport Race 7

The MAS FORCE SPIRIT OF BELGIUM team were delighted to be second in a race that stressed tight turns and attentive driving. The team's Mercury-powered 38' Nor-Tech took advantage of a slight error on the very fast Italian BAIA ALTOLLINI team, made a tactical turn and forced the Donzi to the outside and took over second in the ninth of ten laps. It was a tough shot for the Italians who had fought back and forth with their fellow 38 ZR Donzi British SW1 CAPITAL team for first and second place in the early laps. But SW1 Capital were not to be denied today and took a commanding lead from the third lap on. Though wakes from commercial vessels were not a factor, a police boat caused a wake that caught SW1 CAPITAL by surprise and gave the BAIA team a chance to pass them in the beginning of the race. Others were not so pleased with the course. Current World Champions from the SuperSport SEAGULL, SPIRT OF THE UKRAINE, a 41' Ilmor-powered Chaudron that never broke out of its fourth place, said the course was not very idle for them.

SuperSport Race 8

26 Team SW1 Capital continued its dominance of the SuperSport class at the Scandinavian Grand Prix of the Sea to post its second race win. A drizzly Gothenburg failed to dampen the spirits of the all-British crew as they led the 77 nautical mile race from start to finish to claim 100 points and cap a perfect weekend. Title rivals 38 Baia Attolini and 43 Seagull Chaudron were involved in a monumental tussle for second place on the tight Stena Curve at the North East of the racecourse on the start lap. It was a battle ultimately won by PowerPole sitters Baia Attolini as they sensationally blocked the World Champions from taking the inside line to take second place a position they would not relinquish for the remaining 18 laps to close the gap at the top of the SuperSport standings by another nine points. The lack of rough waters prevented the 17 Spirit of Belgium from maintaining a genuine challenge for leadership of the race eventually succumbing after encountering technical difficulties. Team Al and Al's 28 Blue Shaft were forced to retire seven laps into the race after taking on water while 22 Big Sergio were forced to pull out two laps later. Local wild card entry 82 Goldfish finished the race in a creditable fourth.

RESULTS

EVOLUTION CLASS SPRINT
1 88 SNAV OSG 00:33:05:34
2 10 Cigarette Smash Poker 00:33:05.34
3 77 Lucas Oil Outerlimits 00:35:08.37
4 47 Silverline 00:33:39.09 -1 lap
5 66 Cranefields Wine DNF
6 33 Furnibo DNF
EVOLUTION CLASS ENDURANCE
1 33 Furnibo 00:45:28.10
2 88 SNAV OSG 00:46:57.20
3 10 Cigarette Smash Poker 00:48:06.08
4 47 Silverline 00:50:07.64 -1 lap
5 77 Lucas Oil Outerlimits DNF
6 66 Cranefields Wine DNF

SUPERSPORT CLASS SPRINT
1 26 Team SW1 Capital 00:35:33.00
2 17 MasForce 00:35:59.88
3 38 Baia Attolini
4 43 Seagull Chaudron 00:36:09.88
5 22 Big Sergio 00:37:38.67
6 82 Goldfish 00:38:11.30
7 28 Blue Shaft 00:36:44.23
8 44 Iko Casa DNS

SUPERSPORT CLASS ENDURANCE
1 26 Team SW1 Capital 01:00:49.63
2 43 Seagull Chaudron 01:01:24.70
3 38 Baia Attolini 01:03:33.66 +02:30.00 Penalty
4 82 Goldfish 01:02:14.55 -1 lap
5 17 MasForce 01:04:26.28 +03:00.00 Penalty
6 22 Big Sergio 00:30:32.86 -3 laps
7 28 Blue Shaft 00:26:19.27
8 44 Iko Casa DNS

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