Project: Marlow 97E Explorer

Marlow Yachts is pleased to announce its largest build to date, with the presentation of the 97E Explorer project set to debut at the Miami International Boat Show coming February 2011. This new Marlow super yacht will feature a grand salon and a separate formal dining room for entertaining. There is also an on-deck door opening which leads to the U shaped galley allowing fresh air to the galley if desired. The on-deck master has direct entry from the salon or a private door from the exterior. The master head boasts a black granite sole which accentuates the Sichuan Marble Pure White Cowboy tub. Hand carved one piece Sichuan marble sinks and vanities and a large separate shower enhances this space. Located below deck are six beautiful guest cabins plus aft crew quarters. Late night snacks can be found in the areas own private commissary and full laundry facilities are easily accessible. Power for the Marlow 97E Explorer flagship has not yet been announced, but construction is to the highest registered standards from CE A certification, to class issuance by various entities available on request.
www.marlowexplorer.com

New Model: Benetti Class 140 Crystal

Benetti has launched the first 140 Crystal model of the new Class Range in the World Yacht city of Viareggio, in Italy. This new member of the Benetti Class range the 140 Crystal was put into the water on Wednesday 1st December amid great enthusiasm during the Catholic blessing ceremony, which was a simple but moving event attended by the owner, his family and by all the people involved in building this beautiful super yacht, that stands out for its modern and innovative design. In the world of yachts, the 140 Crystal is inspiring and creates a special relation with the sea and the love for outdoor life. Comfort, stylishness and functionality characterize the dining areas and lounges of the sun deck and upper deck. The interiors open over the sea through large windows. The internal decor, designed by Francois Zuretti together with the owners and their architect, is a personal interpretation of the classic style, evoking the atmospheres and elegance of the Caribbean. The external lines draw large openings on the profile to let in the daylight and illuminate the interiors. Power for the 140 Crystal is twin Cat engines 1449hp each, which give a 15 knots max speed.
Technical Data:
LOA - 41.93 m (137.7ft)
Beam - 9.05 m
Draft - 2.27 m
Displacement - 375 t full load
Fuel Capacity - 58000 l
Water Capacity - 8000 l
Accommodation - 10 guest berths, 7 crew beds
Engines - 2 x Cat C32 Acert 1449hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - 15 knots max, 14 knots cruise, 12 knots economic
Range - 4000 nm at 12 knots
Construction - Gross reinforced plastic and fiberglass
Project - Stefano Righini exterior, Francois Zuretti interior
Certification - ABS, A1 Yachting Service AMS, MCA Compliance optional
www.benettiyachts.it

New Model: Fiart 38 Genius S

Fiart present the new 38 Genius S, which to be honest is an update of the standard 2005 launched 38 Genius model. As the photo above shows the new 38 Genius S has been updated graphically, in the color choices outside, the quality of the fittings of the soft materials inside, and a redefined interior wood choices. These new updates make the 38 Genius S look similar to the latest fully new 4Seven, and 4TFour Genius models. For the rest the 38 Genius S builds on its plus points as flush super structure, and aft deck which is one of the most spacious in this size. The 38 Genius S is also unique for offering a choice of a three cabins, five plus two berths interior layout. Power choices is twin Volvo diesels of 260hp standard or optional 300hp.
Technical Data:
LOA - 11.87 m (38.9ft)
Hull Length - 11.56 m
Beam - 3.88 m
Displacement - 6500 kg
Fuel Capacity - 740 l
Water Capacity - 400 l
Accommodation - 4 + 2 berths, or 5 + 2 berths
Max Persons - 10
Engines - 2 x Volvo D4 260hp, D4 300hp
Propulsion -Volvo DP dual propeller stern drive
Certification - CE B
www.fiart.com

Projects: Linssen 450 Range Cruiser Sedan Wheelhouse, Linssen 450 Range Cruiser Sedan Variotop

After presenting the 430 model a few days ago, Linssen presents the project of lightly larger 450 Range Cruiser. The Range Cruiser is a new line from Linssen and the first model is presented in Dusseldorf this week. Pictured above is the next step of this new range from Linseen, the 450 Range Cruiser Sedan version, which is similar to the 430 in many aspects, accept for it offering a bit of more space in every area, and a two head option in the second layout choice version. The lower saloon also offers a C-shaped dinette, and an L-shaped galley. Owners room is to fore ship. Power choices is a single 150hp, or twin 120hp Steyr engines. Propulsion is line shaft with a protected propeller casing. The 450 Range Cruiser Sedan Variotop will be the fourth model of this new line from Linssen with two distinctive but very similar hulls which differ in size by only two feet. The 450 Range Cruiser Sedan Variotop keeps all the same characteristics as the Wheelhouse version, but has a convertible saloon on the main deck, this giving the opportunity to enjoy the sun. Down below it offers the same options of a two cabins layout, with a choice of a one or two shower heads.

www.linssenyachts.com

New Model: Dellapasqua DC18 Elite

Dellapasqua continues to upgrade its sport models line up with the introduction of the biggest DC18 Elite, presented in the last 2010 Genoa show. The new DC18 is the sixth Elite of the range, in the Dellapasqua model line up of fifteen models. Here Dellapasqua continue in its traditional modern cross over looks especially to what concerns the hull lines, but as is custom in the Elite range a look to the future comes from the upper structure. Comfort is also synonymous with the Dellapasqua and the bigger sized Elite models, with the 18 offering a comfortably spacious four double cabin interior, with three heads. More impressive in this arrangement is if you consider that the owners stateroom is a full beam affair, and no guest cabin is a bunk. For sleeping this is surely one of the most comfortable lower decks in this size of just two centimeters less to eighteen meters. A split level saloon, with three sofas, and a galley located behind the helm completes the very well planned living interior, which shows the genuinely of this new model from a family owned and run builder. Power to the traditional Hunt inspired deep Vee hull is twin engines of 1050hp each, with traditional line shafts as propulsion.

Technical Data:

LOA - 17.98 m (58.9ft)

Beam - 4.95 m

Displacement - 31.3 t

Fuel Capacity - 3000 l

Water Capacity - 400 l

Accommodation - 8 berths in 4 cabins, 1 crew berth

Max Persons - 20

Engines - 2 x MAN 1050hp

Propulsion - direct line shaft

Certification - CE A

www.dellapasquadc.com

Project: Four Winns V305

Four Winns presents the V305 project what is a sport cruiser model scheduled to debut in the end of October at the Fort Lauderdale show. The V305 adds another luxury craft to the full line of thirty to 47 feet sport cruiser. This new Four Winns follows family inspired features coming from the the V435 model, with an open cockpit streamlined design, low to the water swim platform, and a newly designed hard top with extended support arms that frame the customized coverage system. Here one simply adds or removes the fitted canvas extension, with a choice of full protection from the elements or an open-aired cockpit atmosphere. The black-framed integrated windshield includes a usual from a US builder walk-through access to the forward deck. This exterior design is the beginning of a visual consistency that will be integrated throughout the Four Winns lineup in future models. Moving through the interior of the new V305, many trademark features to future Four Winns sport cruisers are integrated throughout to assure comfort. The interior layout offers functional use of space; having forward a semi-fixed Vee berth design which by lowering the fold-out backrest enables surface length up to six feet, while to mid ship is a queen size mattress cabin, complete breakfast galley fitted with microwave, sink and refrigerator, and a separate shower head. Entering the outside cockpit is also a first in this size of a full galley relocated from the cabin to the aft cockpit area and features an optional grill as well as an electric cooking surface, refrigerator and sink. A new cockpit table design turns into a full sun lounge by simply lowering the table pedestal and with a simple flip of the seats, the cockpit now becomes a full sun lounge. The helm station is functional and stylish with double bench seating and an easy-to-read dash layout. Power options for the V305 range from twin 220hp up to 270hp petrol Volvo or Mercruiser. For the long navigators and European market Four Winns also offers a twin 220hp Volvo Diesel choice.

www.fourwinns.com

New Model: Princess 32M

Princess continues to expand its position in the Super Yacht sector, and after launching the 25 Metre in 2003, and 95 Motor Yacht in 2007, now it presents a new flagship with the launch of the 32M, first of the M class range of vessels. Unveiled at the London Show the past week the 32M is also the largest overall vessel to have been showcased inside London’s Excel exhibition halls. At 32 metres in length and over thirteen metres in height at her highest point, she only narrowly fits through the enormous South Hall doors at the exhibition centre posing a challenging logistical feat. The new 32M is a planning hull shape two deck and half super yacht, engineered to high seagoing standards. Her huge saloon features vast windows to each side and sliding doors leading out to a drop-down balcony to starboard will give the entire main deck the benefit of a spectacular open vista. Offered with four or five guest cabins her owner’s suite is located on the main deck benefiting from large windows providing excellent views on two sides and an equally impressive bathroom forward with spacious shower and separate whirlpool bath. Down below, a full-beam VIP suite is also truly imposing and there is an additional double guest cabin on the port side, with a roomy twin to starboard, reached via an impressive central lobby. Owners who enjoy cruising with larger groups, or those with an eye on the charter market, can opt for the five cabin layout, with two double guest suites in place of the palatial midships VIP, as is the arrangement on hull number one. The 32M heralds the dawn of a new era for Princess Yachts, who continues its pursuit of larger sizes. Approval has now been gained to transform the company’s South Yard and create an industry leading manufacturing facility for a range of larger yachts, what is the the new M range of one hundred plus feet super yachts. The 32M is the current flagship of Princess although not for long as 2012 will see the arrival of the 40M, a 130 foot triple deck vessel with construction starting at the beginning of this year.

Technical Data:

LOA - 32.0 m (105ft)

Beam - 7.11 m

Draft - 1.98 m

Displacement - 104 t

Fuel Capacity - 12900 l

Water Capacity - 1800 l

Accommodation - 8 guest berths in 4 cabins, or 10 berths in 5 cabins

Engines - 2 x Cat C32 Acert 1925hp, MTU 16V2000 M93 2400hp, MTU 16V2000 M94 2600hp

Propulsion - line shaft in semi tunnels

www.princessyachts.com

Arno Leopard New Web Site

Arno Leopard updates its website to a new platform. Arno Leopard starts in 1973 but the story starts in 1907 when Giuseppe Picchiotti and Sons is founded on the limits of the Arno River.  Picchiotti is according to historical data a family which is part of Italy and Tuscany's naval history since the sixteenth century when Grand Duke Cosimo I dei Medici develops the Navicelli canals in order to make transport of goods to Pisa and Livorno easier and faster, with a 1575 document showing Picchiotti as a shipwright on the Arno river.  Apart Arno Leopard, Picchiotti is an important name in the Italian yachting scene after World War Two, from the actual Picchiotti of Viareggio, to 1972 founded Tecnomarine of Filippo, and the eighties Bluemarine from Paolo.  In 1935 Raffaello, Alessandro, Lorenzo and Nello, the sons of Giuseppe Picchiotti rename the yard to Cantieri Navali Arno.  Up till the sixties Cantieri Navali Arno will help and be part of the Picchiotti family boat building linage helping out in the various internal and international governments commissioned builds. During World War Two Cantieri Arno suffers the total destruction of the yard, burned down to the ground by the German army.  Following the war and with help from the US Government Cantieri Navali Arno is rebuild.  In the sixties Cantieri Arno is part of the Picchiotti from Viareggio, helping in the building of some of the successful semi-production wood cruisers and yachts models which debuts in 1955 with the Versilia and will end twelve models later and the 68 in 1975.  Arno will become a separate entity from Picchiotti in 1973 when it presents its first Leopard 15mt model as designed by Paolo Caliari, which coincides with the shipyard signing an exclusive sales agreement with Gerard Rodriguez.  Paolo Caliari will go to design all the Leopard models till his retirement; totalling elven models and finishing with the 26 MY model which launched in 2000.  In 1984 Arno Leopard launches its first fiberglass yacht, the Sport 19, with the prototype of this model build in aluminium.  The Leopard Sport 19 along with it's evolutions the Sport 20 and Sport 21.50, will prove very important for Arno, also because when launched the 20 was the largest sport yacht ever produced. The new millennium sees the production yard move to a bigger nine covered sheds establishment, with easier sea connection for the bigger yachts, and Andrea Bacigalupo a Caliari pupil taking the task of continuing the family feeling in the Leopard designs from 2004. In 2008 after 28 years of cooperation, Arno cancels the exclusive sales agreement with South of France based Rodriguez Group.  Arno Leopard current range features two lines Composite and Steel, and starts from the 32 M up to the still in project 56 M. Its latest model is the 2010 launched 43 M. The new Arno website is available in Italian and English language and takes you around with the following buttons; Company, Shipyard, Yachts Range, Service, Preowned, Charter Club, and and Contacts. 

www.leopardyachts.it

15 mt 1973-79  Paolo Caliari design

Super 17mt 1974-82

19 mt 1976-84

Sport 19 1983-85 *aluminium prototype/ fiberglass construction

Sport 20 1986-88

Sport 21.50 1989-96 (40)

Sport 23 1995-2000 (10+)

23 Hard Top 1997-2006 (10+)

27 Open 1994-2011 (48)

Sport 24 2000-06 (8)

26 MY 2000-04 (5)

34 M 2004-10 (15)   Andrea Bacigalupo design

32 M 2005-10 (6)

31 Sport 2006-13 (11)

46 M 2008-12 (4)

43 M 2010 (1)

New Model: Tiara 4500 Sovran

With the genesis of the Sovran series starting over twelve plus years ago, Tiara Yachts set out to redefine a model by presenting the new 4500 Sovran, a model based on the previous 4300 with some important modification being done top sides and on the accommodation front. Market changing features such as integrated windshields, new hardtop style, improved seating maximizing visibility, has helped to do just that, with key areas for this new project born from customer input. This resulted is numerous changes including an advance in windshield and hardtop design to eliminate the center window and improve visibility of the previous model. You will also find focus on the transom including a longer swim platform for a wider variety of dinghy stowage, a large trunk with more storage and a comfortable lounge seat, and a grill. The cabin below features new whisper wall headliner, large skylights for additional natural light, and more abundant storage via beautiful new cabinetry. A new sunroof, utilizing technology currently available on the 5800 Sovran, is standard on this boat. The interior of the 4500 Sovran features a two cabin plan, galley, two en-suite heads, and a convertible saloon which transforms to a double berth sleeping two extra guests if needed. Power is from twin Volvo 435hp engines with IPS forward looking pod drives.

Technical Data:

LOA - 14.27 m (46.9ft)

LOA - 13.59 m ex pulpit

Beam - 4.49 m

Draft - 1.09 m

Displacement - 12111 kg dry

Fuel Capacity - 1325 l

Water Capacity - 454 l

Accommodation - 4 + 2 berths

Engines - 2 x Volvo IPS600 D6 435hp

Propulsion - Volvo IPS600 forward looking dual propeller pods

Hull - modified Vee shape with 17 degrees deadrise on transom

Construction - Vinylester resin closed mold technology, balsa cored sides

www.tiarayachts.com

Improve-it = Queens Yachts 72

Queens Yachts presented an unedited version of its current largest build 72 model with a unique black hull color. This improved 72 also featured modifications to the windows; in the owner mid ship located stateroom, and to the lower ones of the coach roof now being of a more clean profile. For the rest the Queens 72 designed by architect Alessandro Inno from Ino Group featured the same four cabin layout, and elegant clean lines. The lower deck plan of the Queens 72 is pretty alternative for a 21 meter sport yacht offering four cabins with one of the guest rooms located aft, and having among the most spacious owners stateroom in this size. A two crew cabin with L-shaped bunks is also located aft to starboard. Power is from twin MTU 1200hp with standard line shaft propulsion.
www.queensyachts.com