Powerboat GPS - Poltu Quatu Powerpole

Powerboats return to the white island that is Sardinia after a very long time. Who does remember the long endurance race like the Viareggio Bastia held in the sixties, seventies, and being abandoned in the late eighties when Class 1 started to change. But since then such yards as Bruno Abbate do hold their yearly race in Poltu Quatu. The weekend started in sunshine with a bit of swell, and usual big boats waves from the huge traffic the famous Emerald Coast has.
EVOLUTION
In Evolution Class the Fountain Furnibo continued to show its Powerpole, taking its consecutive Powerpole of the year, after Yalta. The nimble Fountain is proofing to be the fastest boat in this year circuit, now is to see if this will this be enough to beat the diesel monster staying in front of the championship. Second place with over seven seconds delay for the German Searex 66 Cranefields Wine, which has shown an improving performance ever since this season started. Third time for the new Chaurdon 43 feet, which here competed with the new much awaited more powerful Mercruiser engines in replacement to Ilmor's. Fourth place for the Vector 77 Lucas Oil with a fifteen seconds delay from the first. A fifth place which apart the time which was a seventeen seconds delay from the leader surely had to celebrate for completing its first power pole. No pole for what are the other two faster boats, the championship leading diesel powered 60 Metamarine, and the 2009 Champion 88 SNAV-Kiton.
SUPERSPORT
It was a big and pleasant surprise to see Angelo Tedeschi with the 2007, and 2008 title winner 41 feet Chaudron hull 44 Kenon Caffe taking the Powerpole of Poltu Quatu. In the 90 mph speed limited class we had a few guests from the Italian championship, which obviously adds to the show of the sport. Second place and less to a second late for the always faster Fountain 81 Karelpiu. Third place for current championship leader the Donzi of 38 Baia Attolini. Nine seconds late and fourth for the Ukrainain helmed 2009 Champion boat Seagull Chaudron. Another Italian competitor what is another Donzi 38 feet powered with stern drives the 59 Crisden came fifth in a seventeen seconds late run. Sixth for the diesel powered Jolly Drive. Four boats did not compete the Nortech 17 Spirit of Belgium which stands third in the championship tables, the Outerlimits SV40 of 22 Big Sergio, the Italian Championship competitor Adriatic sea built ZL 43 feet number 18 Pratiko, and the much waited 08 Asia2011-15 new Pantera 41.
Evolution Results:
1. 33 Furnibo = 3:47,28
2. 66 Cranefields Wine - Carconnex = 3:54,52
3. 55 Ukrainian Spirit = 3:56,50
4. 77 Lucas Oil Scandinavian Offshore Challenge = 4:02,14
5. 47 Silverline = 4:04,30
6. 60 Metamarine = DNS
7. 88 SNAV-Kiton = DNS
Super Sport Results:
1. 44 Kenon Caffe = 4:32,90
2. 81 Karelpiu = 4:33,38
3. 38 Baia Attolini = 4:35,90
4. 43 Seagull Chaudron = 4:43,14
5. 59 Crisden = 4:49,81
6. 06 Jolly Drive = 4:55,99
7. 16 Spirit of Belgium = DNS
8. 22 Big Sergio = DNS
9. 18 Pratiko = DNS
10. 08 Asia 2011-15 = DNS
www.grandprixofthesea.com

Improve-it = Cerri 10,40 mt Tender

Cerri has just recently launched hull number six of the ten metre plus Tender model. At just over 34 feet the Cerri Tender is the entry level model which is a hard stretch from the bigger Super Yacht sisters that are the 86 Flying Sport, and 102 Flying Sport. For the history Cerri started with a small innovative walk around Sport Cruiser in 1997, with the 28 Sport designed by De Casa which the builder still build to order as of 2007. The number six of the Cerri Tender will be powered by twin Suzuki outboards of 300hp each, which deliver a 45 knots top speed and an important 350 nautical miles range at cruise. Construction is as the bigger models semi custom, with high grade Vinilester, and Isoftalic resins being used to a CE B standard. A spacious bathroom with entrance from the fore part of the central console is available below. The Cerri Tender is also tailor made for what regards colors, interior layout, and hard top choice. As has been the philosophy of Cerri, this Italian builder will do the best to accommodate the clients requests. Worth of note that the Cerri Tender has also a very competitive price considering the level of quality and customization of this unique ten meter sports boat.

www.cerricantierinavali.it

New Model: Grand Banks 53 Aleutian RP

Grand Banks presents its latest new model with the launch of the much expected 53 Aleutian RP. This new Aleutian is the smallest Explorer Yacht built in this range from Grand Banks, and as you read this hull number three is under construction of what looks to become a successful model. As all Grand Banks and most of all the Aleutian series, the 53 RP represents a good compromise of classic looks with a modern feeling to the overall planning of the spaces. On the 53 Aleutian RP lower accommodation deck you find modern amenities as a full beam owners stateroom, spacious VIP suite, and a third bunk guest cabin. All this without missing two large storage rooms further aft to the midship owners cabin, which is testament to the Explorer Yacht heritage of each new Grand Banks. The main deck as any Grand Banks is spacious too, representing a real living area with a split level saloon that feels coming from a larger yacht. Spaces are abundant in all the 53 Aleutian RP from a large spacious flybridge, to ship like wide side decks, and engine room. This is thanks to a fat beam just short of five metres and a half. Power is from a standard Cummins 593hp, up to an optional choice of 705hp Cats which give a 22 knots top speed.

Technical Data:

LOA - 17.61 m (57.9ft)

Waterline Length - 15.02 m

Beam - 5.40 m

Draft - 1.45 m

Displacement - 33113kg half load

Fuel Capacity - 3785 l

Water Capacity - 1136 l

Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins

Engines - 2 x Cummins QSC8.3 593hp, Cat C12 ACERT 705hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 22 knots max

Construction - Cook gelcoat, Vectorply laminates, Hydrex resins, Airex core above waterline

Certification - ABYC, NMMA, CE, UL

www.grandbanks.com

Project: Azimut 64

During the Azimut-Benetti Group recent fourth Yachting gala held in Port Cantou, Cannes, the largest private owned power boat builder presented the Azimut 64 of the flybridge line. This new project is the natural heir and replacement of the 62 presented in 2002, updated as Evolution in 2007 with a sales success of over two hundred units in a model life span of less then eight years. From the old 62, the new 64 gains one feet in length thanks to the high low platform, half feet of more beam, heavier displacement by about four tons, bigger engines, and a similar 17 degrees Vee deadrise hull. Designed by Righini for the exterior lines this new Azimut follows recent trends as seen in the newer models from the Italian builder, as the extended with hydraulic lift bathing platform, squared bow, opening vertical windows in the full beam owners stateroom, larger view windows on the main deck, and a single level saloon. The Azimut 64 will also be advanced to what regards construction being built with Carbon fiber, and infusion process delivering an advanced built standard with lower weight and more strength which has given to this new model a CE A certification versus the B rating of the old 62. The interior will be a three cabin layout, with all cabin having there own personal shower heads. A big question here persists me if Azimut did miss a chance to make a twenty metre motor yacht with four cabins version. A spacious two person aft crew cabin among the largest in this size completes the sleeping quarters of the 64. Power will be from twin Cat 1150hp, which means 135hp more then the 62 it replaces.

www.azimutyachts.com

Powerboat GPS - Poltu Quato Preview

Rounds 5 and 6 of the UIM 2010 World Championship Grand Prix of the sea is just couple days away. Poltu Quato on the beautiful island of Sardinia is the place to be for the next offshore powerboat races held from 9 till July 11th 2010. The schedule is the usual with boats arriving in the wonderful Poltu Quatu Yacht harbour in the Smerld Coast tomorrow Thursday, Powerpole on Friday afternoon, Sprint race on Saturday, and Endurance on Sunday.

This race just sits in the middle of the championship, so it will be curious to see if the balances shown in the first four races will be broken. The Grand Prix of Poltu Quatu is also valid for the Italian Championship, so some wild cards from Italy will also be present in this race.

A new contender will also be coming in Supersport with the much expected new boat from Ocean Dragon racing, the new 8 Pantera Racing challenge. Martin Lai who is team boss will be driving alongside builder Pantera boats boss Jo Nunez. Martin switched from a Formula 38 to a totally new Pantera 41 fitted with twin Mercury 525EFi.

EVOLUTION:

Pos. Boat Name - Team Name ~ Points

1. 60 Metamarine Foresti&Suardi - Metamarine Corse ~ 74

Good position, and apart fast they are also reliable.
2. 33 Furnibo - 2B1 Racing Team ~ 53

Looks like the faster boat in this years circuit, do they have whats needed to take it.
3. 88 SNAV-Kiton - OSG Racing Team ~ 45

Unlucky in Malta, but OSG is always there.
4. 66 Cranefields Wine - Searex Racing Team ~ 35

Slower to the top three teams, but reliability gives points.
5. 77 Lucas Oil - Scandinavian Offshore Challenge ~ 29

A dozen seconds slower in calm water, but did not look bad in Malta.
6. 47 Silverline Racing - Silverline ~ 0

Looked fast during trials in Malta, but reliability issues keep stopping the race.
7. 55 Ukrainian Spirit - Ukrainian Spirit ~ 0

New Mercury engines arrived late in Malta. We have to wait and see.

SUPERSPORT:

1. 38 Baia Attolini - Baia Attolini ~ 77

Not the faster boat, but experience of the older boat and driver is paying up.
2. 17 Spirit of Belgium - Spirit of Belgium ~ 49

Terrible accident in Malta round 4. Still a challenger but needs to win a race.
3. 22 Big Sergio - Al & Al Racing Team ~ 44

It is a fast boat, but something is missing to be up top.
4. 43 Seagull Chaudron - Ukrainian Spirit ~ 42

Was back to its 2009 challenging ways in Malta.
5. 81 Karelpiù - RG 87 Racing Team ~ 32

Fast boat, and as winner of round 3 it showed it is a contender. Bit of experience needed.
6. 26 Team 26 - Team 26 ~ 21

Unlucky again in race 3, but round 4 was a good race. Faster boat.
7. 06 Jolly Drive - Jolly Drive Racing Team ~ 18

Reliability issues meant no races in Malta, for the only Diesel in SS class.
www.grandprixofthesea.com

INBUILD ~ Galeon 385 HT Part 2 of 7

Part two of Galeon 385 HT construction journey. For this second series we are seeing the tooling being ready for the super structure of the 385 model. As it is expected this super structure can easily accommodate the Open version. Not shown in the plans but discovered with the tooling picture above is that a garage will be located under the aft C-shaped settee. This is very unusual in a boat this size especially when this is a two cabin sport cruiser, with Galeon opting for a garage versus the more used extended bathing platform usually featured. I can also see a place for a fully retractable telescopic passarelle to starboard another unusual accessory for a 38 footer. An aggressive dropping curved shear line is also shown in this photo, remarking Tony Castro sports nature design for the 385 HT.

www.galeon.pl

Class 1 - 2010 Revised Calendar

The International Offshore Team Association (IOTA) has issued a revised calendar for the 2010 season, confirming 12 races at six Grands Prix with the exclusion of the Romanian Grand Prix. IOTA received notification from the Romanian Grand Prix organiser, Power Marine’s Ionut Barbu, that due to the current economic climate in Romania they were unable to secure the funding for this year’s event but stated that they remain confident that the situation will change and next year should be back on the Class 1 calendar. As is normal IOTA was disappointed with this news though fully understanding the financial pressures facing the organiser in Romania. Power Marine Ionut Barbu and his team have staged three very successful events in Romania, and obviously IOTA and Class One hope to return racing the East European country in 2011.

2010 Calendar - revised

26-28 March BRAZILIAN GP - Rio de Janeiro

16-18 July NORWEGIAN GP - Arendal

6-8 August SWEDISH GP - Uddevalla

1-3 October ITALIAN GP - Stresa

24-26 November ABU DHABI GP - Abu Dhabi

9-11 December DUBAI GP - Dubai

www.class-1.com

News: H4 Marine July 2010

MARITEX & QUICKUTTER FOR PLYMOUTH PILOT BOAT

Commercial success starts after Maritex 1-50 super innovative latest grade of high performance bearing material with lower dry friction than PTFE but mechanical strength that can support high pressures without deflection won its category at this years Seaworks innovation showcase awards. Now as it usual for the most reliable products we see commercial boats choose Maritex Aquarius grade shaft bearings to replace rubber. H4 Marine has just fitted the Plymouth pilot boat last week removing rubber bearings on their shafts to replace them with Maritex composites. At the same time H4 Marine also installed the innovative QuicKutter rope cutters to the busy Plymouth pilot boat.

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www.h4marine.com

Improve-it = Moonen 97

Moonen Shipyards in the Netherlands has launched the third yacht in its impressive line of thirty metre steel hulled displacement cruisers. Named Livia, this new Moonen 97 is distinguished by a truly original New England American Beach House interior from Art-Line. Livia was styled by René van der Velden, who has created a sleek low-profile exterior with an elegant flared bow, a sloping stern with twin stairways, a graceful sheer line and bold fashion plates. The round bilged hull from the boards of Diana Yacht Design ensures exceptional comfort at sea, while the economical shaping combines tanks for some 28,000 litres of fuel to give Livia an impressive transatlantic range. Owners and guests enjoy the most peaceful of cruises thanks to a comprehensive sound and vibration attenuation programme. In addition to deploying the finest noise absorbing insulation, Moonen has eliminated vibration at source by giving the yacht's highly skewed propeller fifty percent more clearance between the blade tip and hull surface. Livia is also exceptionally comfortable at anchor thanks to the installation of advanced Naiad zero-speed stabilizers. Moonen is known for its impeccable engineering and construction, and this Lloyd's Registered and MCA approved yacht once again proves why. One of the highlights of Livia's aluminium superstructure is the efficient flying bridge, part of a clear policy to maximize the pleasures of Al fresco living on board this yacht. The interior offers spacious accommodations for the owners and six guests. The master stateroom boasts a walk-in closet of unusually generous proportions. There is also a delightful VIP stateroom plus two guest suites, all with their own bathrooms. The Moonen 97 is an evolutionary design based on two prior Moonen yachts: The semi-series 84 and the custom-built 96 Clementine. The first two Moonen 97s were Darsea and Sofia II, while a fourth model is set for delivery beginning 2011.
www.moonen.com

Project: Heesen 50m YN 16250

This Heesen is one of two recent signed contracts by this renowned Dutch Super Yacht builder which at the moment has an impressive fourteen contracts with delivery date spanning for 2013. Hessen's latest fifty metre will have a semi displacement hull shape and has been given yard number 16250. This new contract was signed thanks to a fruitful collaboration with the Monaco based brokerage house YCO. The owner for this fully custom built is an experienced sailor who wants also to be involved in the design and conception for his fifty metre yacht. The 50.00 m Y/N 16250 will have exterior lines with a very clean profile whose straight lines give the yacht an aggressive and muscular look. Peculiarities of the exterior styling are the double-curved convex exterior glass, a convex curved free board and a smooth, unbroken outer shell.

www.heesenyachts.com