Project: Hinckley T44 Mk.II

Hinckley launched the original T44 Express in 2000 and it quickly became one of its most successful models, evolving over the years to include both Flybridge and Motoryacht versions. A decade later Hinckley introduce the T44 MK II. This new updated 44 bases itself on a hull featuring a shoal draft which has more then proven itself capable in handling rough offshore conditions. The T44 MK.II is a project of evolution which embraces the latest technological advances from new Cummins 550hp common rail fully electronic engines to a redesigned pilothouse which offers incredible sight lines and 360 degree visibility for both the helmsman and guests. Options include both one and two sleeping cabin layouts. Hinckley also offers unique open air features like fully powered sliding side windows and overhead hatches to bring in plenty of light and fresh air. Hinckley's legendary patented JetStick steering and control system is also incorporated in the T44 Mk.II. The Jetstick is fully integrated with a powerful hydraulic bow thruster that allows even an inexperienced helms person to move the vessel sideways. Jet propulsion give also the advantage of no underwater appendages such as props, pods, struts or rudders, which results in better security at night without the fear of fouling fishing gear or damage from submerged logs.

www.hinckleyyachts.com

New Model: Albatro 50 Tender

Albatro is an Italian builder renowned for fast performing hulls. The company located in the Northern tip of Italy has been known since the eighties for its fast competitive hulls, which also gave it a second place in the 2006 P1 championship. The 50 Tender presented in 2009 is the second of a rib line, following the launch of the 50 Tender Open in 2005. In the future the Rib Tender line will include three more models from 45 to 70 feet. The 50 Tender is also Albatro current flagship in a line of ten models which starts at six metres. This new model gets a redesigned exterior and interior which now offers two cabins versus the single of the 50 Open version. The accommodation layout of the 50 Tender offers four berths in two cabins, and a single shower head. Power option are various with the smallest being a twin FPT 440hp up to an optional triple 560hp high speed format. Propulsion is the Italian made Jolly surface drives. The Albatro 50 Tender being testimony to its high performance heritage can reach speeds up to 57 knots.
Technical Data:
LOA - 15.30 m (50.1ft)
Beam - 4.71 m includes tubes
Displacement - 13300 kg
Fuel Capacity - 1200 l
Water Capacity - 200 l
Max Persons - 14
Accommodation - 4 berths
Engines - Diesel 2 x FPT 450hp, 560hp, Yanmar 530hp, 3 x Yanmar 440hp, FPT 560hp
Gas Petrol 2 x Mercuriser 662hp
Propulsion - Jolly surface drives
Speed - 57 knots max, 45 knots cruise
Range - 300 nm
Certification - CE B

www.albatro.eu

Improve-it = Airon Marine 388

Airon Marine is offering a new lower deck plan to its successful 388 model. In the new plans for the 388 the Lake Como boat builder has given the possibility to order a twin shower head version. The space of the second guest shower head is taken by advancing the aft cabin bulkhead, and from the dinette settee which in this version looses a bit of seating space and changes to an L-shaped versus a C-shaped of the standard lower deck plan. With this version you still get the much appreciated three berth mid-ship cabin. The twin head option has been long advanced by many customers who value privacy of utmost importance, and as usual to the Airon philosophy the Lake Como boat builder made its clients requests and wishes come true.

www.aironmarine.it

New Model: Gamefisherman 42 Express

Custom boat builder from Stuart, Florida Gamefisherman continues to present new models and starts the 2010 year with the launching of the 42 Express. As usual to Gamefisherman the 42 Express is a custom built Sportfish Cruiser with traditional looks as shown by the straight shear line which gives a very masculine profile outside. The 42 Express is built as all Gamefisherman with the glass over wood cold molding construction method. The hull is painted with top brand Awlgrip paint, with a mahogany trim for the toe rail, and a teak laid cockpit deck. The helm of the 42 Express gives the feel of a center console boat, thanks to its unique central position. Her experienced owner also choose top quality rigging like Bauch tower, Rupp riggers, and Murray Brothers chairs. Inside the 42 Express offers a galley, separate shower head, a convertible dinette, and a settee which converts to two bunk berths. Power is from twin 575hp Cat engines which deliver a top speed of 38 knots.
Technical Data:
LOA - 12.80 m (42ft)
Beam - 4.03 m
Draft - 1.06 m
Displacement - 8618 kg
Fuel Capacity - 1514 l
Water Capacity - 189 l
Accommodation - 2 + 2 berths
Engines - 2 x Cats 575hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - 38 knots max, 33 knots cruise
Construction - cold molded with Awlgrip paint and mahogany trim

www.gamefisherman.com

Project: Palm Beach 65 Flybridge

Palm Beach motor yachts from Australia present the project of the 65 Flybridge. The 65 Flybridge takes everything from the recently launched 65 Sedan traditional lobster yacht looking sister, adding to it an additional top deck, with second helm station. Here the 65 Flybridge will feature a central helm station with two co-pilot seats, L-shaped dinette with table, and an aft looking bench seat. The aft part of the flybridge will be left free with a possible use for a sunbathing area. For the rest the 65 Flybridge copies the hard top Sedan version with three double cabins below, and flush main deck interior. Power options start from the small 700hp Yanmar, which may look small but considering the very light 18000 kg displacement announced may give adequate speeds.

www.palmbeachmotoryachts.com

New Launch: Heesen 50 Metres YN 14750

Heesen Yachts is proud to announce that hull number 14750, a 49.80 metre full-displacement motor yacht, was launched from the Oss shipyard, Holland in the presence of her owners, who christened her Sky. The latest Heesen is a fully customized super yacht with an approx 650 gross tonnage of displacement, whose naval architecture has been conceived by Heesen’s in-house naval architects, while the exterior styling was drawn by Frank Laupman of Omega Architects. The yacht’s contemporary and masculine interior, decorated predominantly with Makassar cabinetry and featuring carbon-fibre and stainless steel detailing, was designed by the New York-based interior designers Mojo-Stumer Associates. Twelve guests will be accommodated in four Guest cabins and one Owner’s suite. The owner’s suite, located forward on the main deck, features a bathroom equipped with a custom made steam shower. The two twin-bedded guest cabins are located amidships on the lower deck, aft of the two VIP double cabins. All cabins are equipped with private ensuite shower rooms. Guests can enjoy a fully equipped fitness area located on the sundeck, where the custom made octagonal spa pool occupies the forward element of this partially sheltered deck area. The Heesen 49.80 metres hull number 14750 is powered by twin 3646hp MTU which deliver a top 23 knots speed, and can cruise at 12 knots for 3200nm before needing another refuel of 68000 litres. The delivery of Sky is scheduled for this month, after intensive sea trials in the North Sea.
Technical Data:
LOA - 49.80 m (163.4ft)
Beam - 9.00 m
Draft - 2.50 m
Displacement - 295 t half load
Fuel Capacity - 68894 l
Water Capacity - 16277 l
Accommodation - 12 guest berths
Engines - 2 x MTU 16v 4000 M90 3646hp
Speed - 23 knots max
Range - 3200 nm at 12 knots
Project - Omega Architects, Mojo-Stummer Associates interior
Certification - Lloyds 100A1 SSC Yacht, LMCMS Large Commercial Yacht Code LY2 MCA

www.heesenyachts.com

Project: Azimut Grande 120SL

As announced last month Azimut presents a new philosophy for its over one hundred feet Super Yacht models titled Grande. The current over one hundred feet range from Azimut features four models: 100 Leonardo, 103SL, 105, and 116. The 120SL is the first of four Grande new models announced, and will be the flagship of the Azimut S sport series taking top spot from the 103SL. A big super sport yacht, the 120SL follows the lines of the current S line flagship showing the Righini design touch and should launch in before the end of 2010. It will be the beginning of more bigger Grande Azimut's from the 100 with raised pilothouse, to a 110 having a widebody, and a 126 with two a half decks. Until the launch of the Azimut 126, the 120SL will be Azimut's biggest ever built yacht taking top spot from the much famed early nineties launched 118 Penthouse model. Azmiut's Grande philosophy also aims to distinct itself from its smaller builds and most importantly from other builders offering a Personal Design Equipe to the owner so to make a unique highly semi-custom yacht.

www.azimutyachts.com

Filippetti New Web Site

Filippetti Yacht presents the new website which also means the relaunching of a Group which joins the Evo, Daemon, and the newly launched Navetta brands under one company. Founded by Fausto Filippetti in 2009 there is more history to the Filippetti Yacht trademark then meets the eye. Filippetti started his nautical career in 1967 where he first started to work as an apprentice and later on as a wood master craftsman with boat builders of the Fano, Adriatic sea region. In 1985 Fausto and two other friends found the Pershing brand building the first 45 model. The Pershing marriage is a long one full of success for Filippetti and from 1998 till 2008 he is the exclusive Italian dealer for the brand.  In 2003 Filippetti founds the Dreaming Group which apart from being the Italian dealership of Pershing starts to build boats of its own. First with the Evo Marine flybridge motor yacht range, and later on in 2008 he introduces the Daemon sport yacht series. The Dreaming adventure concludes in 2009 and from this the new Filippetti Yacht brand is born.  Filippetti builds seven yacht models from seventy feet to thirty metres in three ranges Evo flybridge motor super yacht, Daemon sport yacht, and Navetta displacement super yacht. The new Filipetti Yachts website takes you around with the following buttons: Filippetti Yacht, Yachts, Service, Second-Hand, Press, and Contacts.

www.filippettiyacht.com

Project: Maritimo 440 Offshore Convertible

Maritimo's boss Bill Barry-Cotter announced the release of his revolutionary new 440 Offshore Convertible project. This entry level into the Maritimo range and the Offshore Convertible line will come complete with many big boat features like internal staircase, an enclosed flybridge and a three cabin layout. The 440 Offshore Convertible will be launched at the Sydney International Show this year. It offers an extraordinary level of space and comfort in a 44 foot convertible Sportfish Cruiser, including a revolutionary aft bulkhead design featuring bi-fold doors that tuck away to open the saloon out to the aft cockpit. It will also offer a vast array of features only previously seen on much larger boats. These include a three-side enclosed flybridge, internal teak-tread staircase, aft galley, bi-fold doors opening the saloon to the cockpit, three cabin two bathroom accommodation, and Volvo Penta IPS propulsion. Adaptable for big game sportfishing, family weekends away or long-distance cruising, the 440 Offshore Convertible will comfortable sleep five in three separate cabins. Further interior amenities include a fully equipped aft galley with four-burner electric cook top, convection microwave and standing refrigerator/freezer built into a space under the flybridge stairs. The spacious saloon to forward, offers an L-shape leather lounge to starboard with an L-shape dinette to port. The enclosed flybridge is reached via an aft-facing teak tread moulded staircase in the port aft corner of the saloon. It features an aft helm position so the skipper has great visibility both forward and aft. A deck immediately behind the helm is a great viewing platform for game fish action of for simply soaking up the sun. Seating for guests is forward of the helm. Fuel capacity is of 2,000 litres, and twin Volvo IPS600 power should give the 440 Offshore Convertible Maritimo fame of medium long range capability.

www.maritimo.com.au

News: Galeon April 2010

NEW DEALERSHIP IN NORTH AMERICA

Polish boat builder Galeon as part of its World wide expansion strategy have launched an official dealership in North America. Galeon models will now be available for viewing, testing, and purchase from Galeon of North America LLC in Texas. David W. Craig is the president of the new Galeon challenge in the North American continent, while Lance Lage will be sales representative for the Mexico and North Caribbean areas.

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www.galeon.pl