Improve-it = Maxi Dolphin MD51 Power

Maxi Dolphin launches a new improved version of the MD51 Power. This sport yacht is once again the expression of the Maxi Dolphin philosophy to build custom projects suited to the clients needs. Here it combines the designer style typical of its range with advanced technological research resulting in a unique sport yacht. This new version has also the capability to handle all electric, electronic and infotainment systems through an Apple i-Pad, which is located on the noticeable central aileron radar arch. But this improved MD51 Power achieves a lot more by reviewing some of the components, such as: carbon inserts on the boat sides, that set off the metallic light blue paint of the hull; windscreen extended to aft, offering extra protection; air outlet grills on the transom enlarged, to underline the power of the craft; prow with integrated Led navigation lights and the drive seat turned into a one place capsule. The interior arrangement is an open space; with many details and parts in carbon fibre like the companionway’s steps, skirting boards, washbasin and centre table enhancing this sport yacht look. Power for this sophisticated open sport yacht is twin Volvo 435hp with IPS forward looking dual propeller drives propulsion giving a max speed of 38 knots.
www.maxidolphin.it

Project: Heaven 42 Open

After making it to the global headlines a couple years ago with the launching of the biggest Rib Yacht ever built the 80, Heaven returns with a more normal sized project that of the 42 Open. Taking similar looks from the smaller 34 Cruiser and sitting in between the sportier 40 Open, and 45 Open models, the 42 Open project is a Rib Cruiser which will measure a length of thirteen metres and will be a comfortable hard top cabin boat but with the added security of a rib. Its cockpit layout is in fact more made for cruising with a C-shaped settee aft, two L-shaped wet bars which can be fitted with an optional exterior galley, and a two person seated helm station. The 42 Open lower deck offers a plan with two cabins for a total of four berths, galley, and a shower head layout. As usual the rib benefits are featured in the Heaven 42 Open like that of a fifteen maximum persons capability, and a top speed of 48 knots with the largest option from twin stern drive engines. 

www.heavengommoni.com

Project: Clipper 54 Hudson Bay

Down under Clipper Yachts has been hard working developing a new line of sedan sport yacht and cruisers for the Australian boating lifestyle and so here come the first project of this new line, the 54 Hudson Bay planned for a worldwide launch at the Sanctuary Cove boat show coming May 2011. The design brief for the first Hudson Bay model was to combine classic styling with contemporary lines, and most importantly a functional sport yacht layout for family boating with a good livability. Saying it in more basic this means the new Clipper wants to unite a live aboard concept with that of a day boat. Two lower deck accommodation designs will be available. A choice between a three cabin two bathrooms plan, or two cabins two heads with a rear kids cabin for teenage privacy. In the two cabins version the full beam mid ship owners room also gets a full bathtub in its en-suite head. Living area of the 54 Hudson Bay is located on the main deck with galley and L-shaped saloon settee divided by the aft cockpit with patio doors. Tenders will be mounted on a standard hydraulic swim platform aft which makes launching recovery easy. The 54 Hudson Bay will also unveil a unique design for this size with the feature of a foredeck lounge area along with a walk through seating and dining. Clipper believes this new Sport Yacht Hudson Bay range will offer families a good blend of indoor and outdoor living and accommodation for days away at sea with a gorgeous exterior styling that exudes class and elegance. Clipper's blue water cruising credibility will also be evident on the hull design of the Hudson Bay which share similarities with the proven Cordova's which are equally comfortable cruising at 12 or 20 knots. A smaller 47 Hudson Bay is also on the works, this to be launched in the end of 2011. Watch this spot for details on this project.
www.clippermotoryachts.com.au

New Model: Ferretti 620

A launching in Genoa, this is the 620 which replaces and re-examines the 592, from which its origin and inspiration comes. A sporty evolution from Zuccon and Ferretti AYT which features several structural and decorative alterations, outside and inside which endow it with greater livability and comfort. Measuring eighteen meters the Ferretti 620 follows what was introduced with the 630 model in 2006 like single large side windows on the main deck, and the astern galley. With the 620 Ferretti aims to respond to the demands of owners looking for a motor yacht offering a balance between a compact exterior and excellent living solutions. The lower deck has two large guest cabins and a full-beam master stateroom with large, open view windows, typically a characteristic of much larger yachts. Externally, the profile has been made lighter through the insertion of four large windows in the hull: two large windows with portholes which can be opened have been fitted at bow, in the VIP cabin, and two oval windows with double portholes light the guest cabins. The cockpit has been extended in length and rendered more usable through insertion of a fixed teak table and relocation of the gangway to the left a typical solution for much larger yachts in order to make the access point for boarding more functional. Inside harmonious contrasts between the new flamed, bleached oak wood, the original biscuit colour of some structural details and the decor which plays with light colours giving a feel of contemporary elegance, intervene to move the space. The position of the galley has remained astern, as in the previous 592 which continues the continuity introduced by the 630 in 2006, now a feature of all the models under 66 feet of the line. The astern galley is one of the most copied features introduced by Ferretti but here an electric wall solution has been inserted which further increases both the aesthetics and onboard comfort. This wall, completed with the sliding door, isolates and closes the galley environment, turning the main deck into a living area. A number of changes have been made to divide the areas reserved for the crew, the engine room and the tank on the lower deck, resulting in more space and better quality of life on board in the owner area, too. In more detail, compared with the previous 592, the tank has been fitted between the owner area and the crew cabin. The crew now has accommodation which covers the entire width of the hull, with a porthole which can be opened and a separate head. The tank acts as further sound insulation, improving the acoustic quality of the master cabin, and decreasing sound levels by 3 dbA. Moreover, repositioning of the crew area has brought an advantage to the master cabin, too. A large head has been developed, which stretches out full-beam behind the master cabin bed. Ferretti 620 hull is an evolution of the 590, 591 and 592 and is fitted with twin MAN 900hp engines as standard or optional 1100 hp units which are propelled with line shafts and ZF integral Vee drive in semi tunnel props. This last feature of integral Vee drive is a first for a Ferretti, and to my knowledge also on a flybridge motor yacht. Speeds are a max of 33 knots with the large engine option, and 29 knots with the standard 900hp unit.
Technical Data:

LOA - 18.77 m (61.7ft)

Hull Length - 18.30 m

Waterline Length - 15.93 m

Beam - 5.25 m

Draft - 1.50 m

Displacement - 32 t dry, 37.5 t loaded

Fuel Capacity - 3700 l

Water Capacity - 530 l

Accommodation - 6 guest berths in 3 cabins, 1 crew cabin berth

Max Persons - 18

Engines - 2 x MAN V8 CRM 900hp, V10 1100hp

Propulsion - line shaft with Integral V-drive by ZF
Speed - 33 knots max 30 knots cruise with 1100hp, 29 knots max with 900hp

Hull - 13 degrees deadrise aft warped Vee shape with spray rails, and tunnel props

Project - Zuccon super struture and interior, Ferretti Group AYT Hull

Certification - CE A ISO 8666

www.ferretti-yachts.com

Boat Show - Istanbul 2010 Preview

Held by NTSR Fair Organizations for the 29th time this year, International Istanbul Shop&Miles Boat Show takes place from 20 to 25 October 2010 at Marinturk İstanbul City Port, Pendik. The show will also have a special VIP preview day for selected guests on Tuesday 19th. Hosting many civilizations and selected as European Capital of Culture with its strategic location, cultural infrastructure, commercial power and natural beauties in 2010, Istanbul, the maritime city, is at Boat Show, Boat Show is in Istanbul. Since the last edition, the Istanbul Boat show is on the water with the support of Shop&Miles. Following the largest maritime exhibitions of Europe in the international exhibition agenda, Shop&Miles Boat Show is the sole Turkish member of IFBSO International Federation of Boat Show Organisers since 1995 and ranks among the first International maritime shows. The Istanbul Boat Show will have 150,000 Square meters of space, 250 plus companies, over six hundred brands, and more to three hundred of boats who will welcome around fifty thousand visitors. Worth to note that Turkey's yachting sector has been in huge expansion recently, with home made brands as Numarine, Peri, Vicem, Egemar and Viking Marin having a global fan base. Showing also the recent expansion of Turkey which has the capability to become more a fore runner in this industry, is also the fact that World famous brands as Perini Navi, and Azimut have production establishments in this marine history filled state. The Istanbul show will also have a fair number of Super Yachts with the biggest being the home built Bilgin 123 Sky Lounge.
www.boatshow.com.tr

New Model: Windy Dubois SR52 Blackbird

An unusual new model from Norway's Windy but this is the Dubois SR52 Blackbird. Designed as the title says by renowned yacht architect Ed Dubois, in collaboration with Windy's Hans Jorgen Johnsen the SR52 is a Sport Yacht size tender with a length of 52 feet. World famous Ed Dubois for the SR52 Blackbird presented some military influenced looks with an axe style bow and moderately squarish vertical hull shape. The exterior is the center of life for the SR52 which is a fully walk around deck with a central three or four persons sunpad aft, a dinette with seating for eight, and a three seat center located helm station which is covered by a modern looking T-shaped hard top. A raised three step foredeck concludes the exterior plan. A small interior which pays the price of the huge exterior sleeps two in a forward berth, and has a shower head is the SR52 Blackbird accommodation layout. Windy's construction for the SR52 follows its latest light environment friendly vacuum infusion resin type, with Divinycell cores used to reduce weight to just about twelve tons. Power is from a triple Volvo 435hp engines with forward looking dual propeller IPS pods which give a top speed of 46 knots, 40 knots cruise, and a best range of about 480 nautical miles.
Technical Data:
LOA - 16.10 m (52.8ft)
Beam - 4.5 m
Displacement - 12 t
Fuel Capacity - 2300 l
Water Capacity - 240 l
Accommodation - 2 berths
Engines - 3 x Volvo IPS600 D6 435hp
Propulsion - Volvo forward looking IPS dual propeller pods
Speed - 46 knots max, 40 knots cruise
Range - 480 nm
Construction - vacuum injected with Divinycell cores
Project - Ed Dubois, Hans Jorgen Johnsen
www.windy.no

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Project: Cranchi Fifty 6 Soft Top

Code named as project P-107, Cranchi presents its third member of the Yacht Class line with the Fify 6 Soft Top. A sport yacht of eighteen metres in length the Fifty 6 Soft Top follows recent Italian trends of offering a hard top Sport Yacht with a very open feel to it. The soft top relaized in special material in fact opens to all of the roof surface of the cockpit, and makes the 56 become a real open experience. For accommodation its lower deck layout offers a three cabins with two heads plan. The owners stateroom is full beam, with the queen sized double berth looking to the sides, a VIP room to fore, and a twin L-shaped bunk third guest cabin. A galley and L-shaped settee complete the lower deck plan. The Fifty 6 Soft Top will also be the second Cranchi hull which follows the 2006 launched 43 model to use the Volvo IPS drives in this case in the larger 800 and 900 versions with 600 and 700hp respectively. Estimated top speeds which are usually very true from Cranchi are a 31 to 33 max with the big Volvo IPS900 700hp option. The standard IPS 800 engine reduces top speed by a knot.
www.cranchi.it

New Model: Majesty 63

United Arab Emirates Majesty which is the leading brand of the Gulf Craft Group continue to present new motor yachts with European looks and spacious appointed interiors. This latest new 63 model is a good challenge to European builds and takes look cues from a World wide known Italian builder. Worth of note are its double galley plan on the main deck and in the crew quarters aft, a two tender stowage space on the flybridge, and four guest cabins lower deck plan. Inside it welcomes you on the main deck with a split level saloon offering an astern galley, dining table aft, and the fore part featuring two L-shaped relaxing sofas behind the starboard located lower helm station. The lower deck features a not so common in this size four cabins layout with a full beam owners stateroom to mid-ship, VIP suite to fore, double cabin to port side, third guest shower, and a single berth room to starboard. A single crew cabin with galley aft completes the lower deck plan. The flybridge is also a spacious affair which apart offering the second driving station to starboard, offers a wet-bar galley behind the helm, long C-shaped settee with two tables to starboard, and a sun lounger under the windscreen. Power is a standard of twin 800hp MAN, or optional 1000hp Cats.
Technical Data:
LOA - 19.61 m (64.4ft)
Waterline Length - 16.24 m
Beam - 5.05 m
Displacement - 27 tons
Fuel Capacity - 3680 l
Water Capacity - 734 l
Accommodation - 7 berths in 4 cabins, 1 crew cabin
Engines - 2 x MAN R6 800hp, Cat C18 1000hp
Speed - 32 knots max
Range - 250 nautical miles
Construction - fiberglass reinforced plastic
www.majesty-yachts.com

Enterprise Marine New Website

The Italian Enterprise Marine presents its new World Wide web Internet showroom. Based on the North Italy Adriatic coast side in Forli, its founder Nevio Forcellini Mazzoni has over 37 years experience building boats. Officially Enterprise Marine was founded in 1984 and since its beginning has kept its premises to a twenty kilometre distance from the sea coast. A turn around successful model for Enterprise Marine was surely the EM46 first launched in 1998 and as at today still in production. Enterprise has a building capacity of a max twenty boats per year and the company is also very proud for the fact that most of the components are also made in house, hand built, and with a high attention to detail in safety features. Enterprise is very fond of its higher fifteen centimetres toe rail, midship cleat, and a fender basket which flips into the side railing in order not to disturb side decks movement. Today's Enterprise Marine has a six model line up all a flybridge motor cruiser or yacht starting from its entry level EM420 which was among the first flybridge motor cruiser with Volvo IPS pods, up to the flagship EM600 its latest new release model launched in 2009. Enterprise Marine new website takes you around with the following buttons; Homepage, Il Cantiere (company), La Flotta (fleet), Usato (used), News, Accessori (accesories), Press, Download, and Contatti (contacts).

www.enterprisemarine.it

New Model: Mondomarine 41 Meters Semidisplacement

The new Mondomarine 41 Meters Semidisplacement named M/Y Alexander Two consolidates the cooperation between this Italian Super Yacht builder and Cor D. Rover and Luca Dini who are respectively behind the exterior styling and the interior design of this yacht. Realized to be mainly used in the Mediterranean this project gives priority to the areas for relaxing outdoor, located forward of the wheelhouse, with a wide sun-deck area and, on the sun-deck, which is equipped with bar and barbecue, dining area, and solarium featuring a jacuzzi of generous dimensions. On the contrary the interiors are divided into an Owner’s suite on the main deck and four guest cabins on the lower deck. A large salon with dining room on the main deck and a lounge on the upper deck complete the layout of interiors. The interiors with their sober and elegant lines, the meticulous care for stylistic details, the use of Italian Walnut wood and Radica of Madrona for the furniture and marbles of great value make the rooms warm and comfortable and emphasize their classic and elegant character. Like all the latest yachts coming from Mondomarine the 41 Meters Semidisplacement was designed for the whole structural part, hydrodynamics and technology, in house. Power is by a pair of MTU 2255hp which give a max speed of 19 knots, and a fast cruise at 17.
Technical Data:
LOA - 41.10 m (134.85ft)
Waterline Length - 33.80 m
Beam - 8.50 m
Draft - 2.15 m
Displacement - 250 t
Fuel Capacity - 48500 l
Water Capacity - 8500 l
Accommodation - 5 double guest cabins, 4 double crew cabins
Engines - 2 x MTU 12v396TE94 2255hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - 19 knots max, 17 knots cruise
Range - 3200 nm at economic 12 knots cruise
Construction - light alloy
Project - Cor D.Rover exterior, Luca Dini interior, Mondomarine
Certification - ABS A1 Commercial Yachting Service AMS
www.mondomarine.it