Improve-it = Riviera 5800 Sport Yacht

Riviera’s popular 5800 Sport Yacht takes design to another level with the first of the series to be delivered with lower galley and alternate saloon option delivered to its Sydney, Australia owner last month. The lower galley option is ideal for those who enjoy formal entertaining, as the separate galley provides a discreet area for food preparation while the saloon features two huge lounges on either side of the boat, to the port the plush lounge wraps around the dinette table, while the starboard side includes a huge U-shaped lounge complete with pop up TV at the end, perfect for chilling out or conversing with guests and comfortably seating 12 adults. Since the 5800 Sport Yacht’s world release in May 2009, this latest Riviera model has achieved sales in Italy, Auckland, Perth, Sydney and the Gold Coast. Building on the success of the impressive standard model, the lower galley option is tipped to be popular with those who enjoy entertaining providing the family chef or crew a private gourmet galley complete with quality appliances including electric induction three-element cooktop, two drawer fridges and two drawer freezers, a convection microwave oven, dishwasher and solid-surface benchtop, a stainless steel underslung sink with mixer tap and generous storage. The saloon windscreen serves as a massive skylight above the lower galley providing an abundance of natural light while an opening port-hole at eye level gives the chef a good view and plenty of sea breezes. Riviera’s new product development concept design manager, Neil McCabe said customers were fascinated with the 5800 Sport Yacht’s power, precise handling, smooth ride, low engine noise and striking modern look. The Riviera 5800 employs Volvo Penta IPS propulsion, an integrated system of marine diesel engines and steerable drive units mounted under the hull with twin counter rotating, forward facing, propellers. This system offers easy handling and manoeuvring even in tight situations and a joystick for easy docking. Volvo Penta IPS also offers up to 30 percent better fuel consumption than traditional shaft drive systems. Three Volvo Penta IPS 600 diesels rated at 435hp each are standard. This latest galley down delivered 5800 Sport Yacht was also fitted with two aft IPS joysticks docking stations located to port and starboard side of the cockpit.

www.riviera.com.au

Projects: Gamefisherman 60 Flybridge, Gamefisherman 58 Express

After launching its 48 Flybridge in the fall of 2009 Gamefisherman present two important new projects which expand the size of the line of this Miami custom boat builder. Above is the rendering for the 60 Flybridge which if launched today will be Gamefisherman's biggest build to date and its current flagship. The 60 Flybridge will have an interior with a split level saloon which offers a relaxing C-shaped saloon, dining table, galley and bar area. Below are the sleeping quarters which on the standard plan offer three double en-suited cabins. The owners suite is located to port midships. Construction as for all the Gamefisherman will be cold molded with Epoxy resins. Power will be from twin 1200hp MAN engines.

The second Gamefisherman project is the 58 Express, which shares many features with the two feet larger Flybridge. In fact the beam and draft are identical, and the length as the model designation indicates is just two feet shorter. Apart the measurements the concept of the 58 Express is a different one, being an open Express yacht with large outdoor spaces. But as any respected Sportfish machine the 58 Express welcomes you aft into a large free aft cockpit with a central fighting chair dedicated to the angler. Moving to fore and two steps up from the battle zone you are taken into the comfort area in the upper deck, which features two opposing L-shaped settees, and a central helm station. The standard lower deck plan goes for an L-shaped saloon, galley, guest cabin with two bunk berths, guest shower head, and the owners en-suite stateroom to fore. Power has been so far not been announced but I would imagine a similar set up to that of the slightly larger 60 Flybridge sister.

www.gamefisherman.com

Clipper New Web Site

Down under Clipper motor yachts presents an update to its virtual showroom. This new change mirrors the new aim of the company to go global with a new expansion to its dealer network being formed in 2009 for Europe, New Zealand, Honk Kong, Canada, and USA. Clipper was founded in the end seventies with an always growing success since that time. Clippers line is based on explorer cruises and yacht with a six model range from the 36 Heritage, up to the 60 Cordoba flagship. The most recent new models are the 60 Cordova, and 48 Cordova launched in 2009. Clipper's new website is more a cosmetic review and takes you around with the following buttons: Home, About Us, Dealers, Services, Models, Testimonials, News & Events, and Contact Us.

www.clippermotoryachts.com.au

Improve-it = Nor-Tech 80 Super Performance Sport Yacht

Nor-Tech presents its hull number 2 of the 80 Super Performance Sport Yacht flagship presented in 2008. This second version commissioned by a long time customer in Sarasota shows Nor-Tech very custom approach in its flagship model. This second hull is a variation of the first 80 offering an open cockpit layout giving the look and feel of a true performance boat and less of a traditional yacht. A new cabin floor plan has also been incorporated below decks. Without the roof and heavy yacht decor materials this second version will come in lighter. This time the boat will also be powered by bigger Cat engines producing 1850hp each versus the 1635hp of hull one. With less weight because of the open format and more power Nor Tech is expecting a top speed in the mid 50 knots range for hull number two of the 80 Super Performance Sport Yacht.

www.nor-techboats.com

New Model: Abacus 86

After being announced since 2006, and project renderings shown in 2008 Sicilian yacht builder Abacus presents its new 86 flagship model. Designed as all the range by Fulvio de Simoni, the Abacus 86 from the Sicilian builder located in Messina, enters the Super Yacht category by going above the 24 metres size. But please note owners operators that the Abacus 86 does have a waterline length of just under 24 metres, meaning it can still be driven by those in possession of a yacht master licence. Hull number one different to the renderings displayed a hard top on the flybridge, with a forward looking radar arch. The Abacus 86 offers a spacious four cabin layout with owners suite to mid ship, VIP to fore, and two guest cabins in between. Crew quarters with lobby and three berths is located to fore. Abacus also used the 86 to improve its construction standard, building the new flagship with infusion resin method by DIAB, and using the Besenzoni Sipario windows in the owners stateroom. The Abacus 86 is powered by twin Cats of 1825hp each which give a top speed of 33 knots, and a cruise of 30 knots. Rather fast considering the horse power and displacement of the new Abacus super yacht.
Technical Data:
LOA - 26.85 m (88ft)
Waterline Length - 23.95 m
Beam - 6.27 m
Draft - 1.70 m
Displacement - 130 t
Fuel Capacity - 9000 l
Water Capacity - 1500 l
Accommodation - 8 berths in 4 cabins, 3 crew berths
Max Persons - 20
Engines - 2 x Cats C32 Acert V12 1825hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - 33 knots max, 30 knots cruise
Construction - reinforced glass fiber with DIAB infusion method for hull and deck
Hull - vee shape
Project - Fulvi De Simoni
Certification - CE A

www.abacusmarine.it

News: Nord West March 2010

FIFTEEN NEW BUILDERS

The new year has started very well for Nord West. Completing boat shows in London, Düsseldorf, Gothenburg, Bergen and Helsinki have achieved good sales better than expected results and therefore Nord West have recently advertised for more boat builders to join its production. Over 160 people applied for the interviews and the company has now reinforced production staff with 15 boat builders already in full action.

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BOAT OF THE SHOW NOMINATION FOR 370 SPORTS TOP In Helsinki boat show the Nord West 370 Sports Top was nominated for boat of the show. It is very exciting and most rewarding that this new model has received recognition on all the Scandinavian and International markets since presented in early 2009. With the sales result that the Nord West 370 Sports Top has had in 2009 and now 2010 season, it is no wonder that recognitions keep coming in.

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NEW SALES TEAM MEMBER

It is with great pleasure that Nord West welcomes Patricia Bornfleth as a new member of the sales team. Patricia is born and raised in Sweden, but has partial roots in Germany as her father, born German, left the country in 1968 to become a boat builder on Orust. With many years of experience from the Hotel and Conference trade and also as self employed, Patricia started at Nord West already in the the year 2006. Throughout the first years Patricia was responsible for primarily marketing and a helping hand at the many boat shows. The step towards sales then came naturally and today she works with the Swedish and German speaking markets.

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www.nordwest.se

Project: Tornado 38 Cruising

Tornado continue to update its 38 and after the Flush Deck and Sport versions revisits the model again by presenting the new Cruising project. As the name says it, the new 38 Cruising will offer more accommodation inside and outside. Designed by the Milan H3O firm the 38 Cruising is the ultimate update, completing the circle of this legendary Tornado model. While on aesthetics alone you would think the 38 Cruising is apart the cockpit layout the same to the Flush Deck or Sport versions a close inspection will tell you there is much more. While looking very similar the new 38 Cruising deceives the eye getting an increased cockpit floor height of twenty centimetres, and the fore deck extended further aft by sixty centimetres. Both these changes occur in order to get extra space for a double cabin to mid ship. The 38 Cruising will also offer three interior layout plans. While all will have two cabins to fore and mid ship these plans distinct themselves for a minimal or more traditional style choice. Just take your pick, is the name of the game here. The cockpit now is also changed for having everything to the opposite of the Flush Deck model, helm to port side, L-shaped settee and sun pad to starboard, and access transom door to port. Power will be a stern drive Volvo D4 or D6 choice, which should give a 40 knots top speed with the bigger engine option as on the other versions.

www.tornadoyachts.it

New Model: Portofino 11 Fisherman

Italian boat builder Portofino continues to present variations to its 11 line series, presenting the new Fisherman model. The Portofino 11 was presented in 2008 with the Fly version, a year later was the turn for a Coupe model, and now in 2010 is next for the new Fisherman. Similar to its sisters in everything concerning the hull from shape to the IPS propulsion, and in the lower deck accommodation for four, the new Fisherman looks different when you see its topsides thanks to the lets go fishing Tuna tower. Apart from a second helm station the tower gives better visibility for locating the prey, outriggers, and extra places where to put your lines. The main deck now fully open on the sides and aft is also added with extras dedicated to the fisherman not found on the 11 Fly and Coupe models, like ice maker, 220 litres freezer, and a 200 litres live bait well. Thanks to Volvo IPS electronics the 11 Fisherman also features a slow speed, and electronic anchor modes. Both of these very usual instruments for the dedicated angler.
Technical Data:
LOA - 11.47 m (37.6ft)
Registration Length - 9.48 m
Beam - 3.54 m
Displacement - 9.50 t
Fuel Capacity - 750 l
Water Capacity - 350 l
Max Persons - 10
Accommodation - 4 berths
Engines - 2 x Volvo IPS350 D4 260hp, IPS400 D4 300hp
Propulsion - Volvo IPS forward looking dual propeller pod drives
Speed - 34 knots with IPS400
Hull - vee shape with 18 degrees deadrise
Project - A. Zagano
Certification - RINA CE B

www.portofinomarine.com

Project: Filippetti 70 Daemon

Launching the 75 Daemon in 2008, Filippetti presents the second project for this sport yacht range by presenting the new 70 Daemon. Like its bigger 75 sister the 70 Daemon is also designed by architect Luiz de Basto. The Portugal designer presented an aggressive looking exterior profile, although by these renderings show it to be less to the bigger sister. Of important note is that the 70 Daemon will have a three double cabins plus crew below, separate galley, and patio door in the upper saloon. The accommodation layout is a standard plan with a full beam owners suite, VIP cabin to fore, and an L-shaped third cabin. All cabins have there own personal shower heads. In the lower accommodation deck you also have a lower saloon in between the cabins, and a separate midship galley, here also being the location of the single crew cabin. Power is from twin Cats 1825hp each, propelled by Arneson surface drives which should be good for 45 knots top speed.

www.filippettiyacht.com

New Model: Beneteau 42 Monte Carlo Hard Top

Beneteau present their eight model in its sport cruiser Monte Carlo range with the new 42 model launched during the Paris Nautic show the past December. The new 42 Monte Carlo is also the biggest in the range to make use of the patented Beneteau Powerboat Air Step hull, designed by Patrick Tableau, Maud Tronquez, and Remi Laval-Jeantet. As all the other Monte Carlo's the 42 has lines designed by Italian Andreani. The new 42 Monte Carlo sits perfectly in the range between the 2009 presented 47 and smaller 37 model. Spacious and surprising in the 42 Monte Carlo Hardtop is the lower deck with a full beam owners suite which competes with that of bigger boats. Further accommodation below is the double guest cabin to fore, C-shaped saloon which converts to another additional twin berth, and L-shaped galley. Power is from twin Volvo 370hp with propulsion being stern drives who deliver good efficiency, and now also easy manoeuvring thanks to the recently introduced optional joystick control.
Technical Data:
LOA - 13.7 m (44.9ft)
Hull Length - 12.90 m
Beam - 3.99 m
Draft - 1.10 m
Displacement - 8900 kg light
Fuel Capacity - 2 x 400 l
Water Capacity - 400 l
Max Persons - 12
Accommodation - four in two cabins, plus two berths in convertible dinette
Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 370hp
Propulsion - Volvo stern drives
Project - P.Andreani lines, Beneteau Powerboat hull
Construction - polyester resin with balsa sandwich construction
Certification - CE B

www.beneteau.com