New Model: Innovazioni Progetti 44 Mira SC

Innovazioni Progetti from Ravenna, Italy continue to update there range and present the 44 Mira SC.  This model replaces the open or optional T-top which was the 44 Mira, and features some cool technical innovations in the hardtop, and choice as an important part of its package.  The 44 Mira SC hardtop is innovative because apart opening up top, has also a windscreen movement which allows more fresh natuiral air circulation to pass, surround the cockpit. Inside the 44 Mira SC is offered in two versions from a standard three cabins two heads plan, or a two suites versions plus a day head layout. The exterior cockpit is a split level area, with two side corridors leading from the bathing platform to a centre located dinette with two bench seat looking opposite each other, and helm station.  Power is from Volvo stern drive, or Cummins engines with ZF Zeus aft looking pod drives.

Technical Data:

LOA - 13.78 m (45.2ft)

Beam - 4.40 m

Displacement - 15,000 kg

Fuel Capacity - 2 x 550 l

Water Capacity - 385 l

Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins, 4 berths in 2 cabins

Max Persons - 12

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 400hp, Cummins 500hp

Propulsion - Volvo dual prop stern drive, ZF Zeus dual propeller pods

Project - Michele Carnevale

Certification - CE B

www.ipyachts.com

Project: Ferretti 690

 

Ferretti Yachts presents the project of the 690, a replacement model of the 660 set to launch by the middle of 2012.  As in the latest models launched by Ferretti the 690 project sees again designer Zuccon and the Ferretti AYT take an aggressive sports line for a flybridge motor yacht, with unusual window patterns, and a  innovative radar satellite placement area.  This last makes maximum use of all the flybridge for entertainment purposes. The 690 will follow the Ferretti 620 in the stern design too, which is clean and left uncluttered thanks to a hidden crane davit, and an invisible passarelle strictly used for passengers.  Down below is a choice for two layouts with three or four double cabins.  All interior finishing is in grey oak.  The main deck saloon is a single level area with the astern galley, C-shaped sofa, and dining area, and helm to port side.  The astern galley which was presented on the 630 is now here being used in its maximum size.  In the three cabin area  there is a change in the stairs which lead from the main deck, and the space is won over by a lobby, and a separate shower room for the VIP suite.  Power is from twin MAN 1000 or optional 1200hp with top speeds being of 31 knots with the large engine option. 

www.ferretti-yachts.com

New Model: Codecasa 51.mt C116

The Italian shipyards Codecasa have just launched another wonderful jewel of the sea in the Codecasa 51 series. On past 24th of September 2011 Codecasa construction number 116 of 51 meters named Motor Yacht Aldabra touched the sea for the very first time. Aldabra is an elegant aluminium super structure, with steel hull and a displacement shape underwater sections. Her modern profile offers three decks plus an entertainment fly deck.  As to what regards accommodation the Codecasa C.116 will offer five guest staterooms, plus an owners apartment on the main deck.  Crew cabins are four, all with twin bunks berths plus two double cabins for the captain, and the chief engineer.  An other important feature is also a guest elevator which serves all the four floors of the 51 meters super yacht. Power is from twin 2447hp Cat engines which give a light load top speed of 17 knots, and an economic cruise of 14, this in return give 4000 nautical miles of range before needing to refuel.

Technical Data:

LOA - 51 m (167.3ft)

Beam - 9.50 m

Draft - 3.30 m

Displacement - 565 t, gross 630 t

Fuel Capacity - 90000 l

Water Capacity - 18000 l

Accommodation - Owners suite, 5 guest cabin, 1 captains double cabin, 5 crew cabins sleeping ten

Engines - 2 x Cats 3516B 2447hp

Propulsion - line shafts

Speed - 17 knots max, 16 knots cruise, 14 knots economic

Range - 4000 nm at 14 knots

Construction - Hull in high tensile steel AH36, super structure in aluminium 5083 H111/321

Certification - Lloyd's Register 100A1, SSC 'Yacht' Mono G6 LMC, Full MCA Compliant

www.codecasayachts.com

Project: Overmarine Mangusta 130

Overmarine Group presents the project for a soon to launch new Mangusta 130 that, in this case, will replace the previous model. As the smaller and bigger sisters the new Mangusta 130 is designed by Stefano Righini.  Long time collaborator of this famous Italian status symbol big open super sport yacht builder founded in 1985.  The new Mangusta 130 main difference to the previous model is the adding of a sports flybridge that will offer an additional social area without influencing the aggressive exterior lines that characterize this model.  This change also presents a difference to the super structure and the radar arch.  Additional changes are also coming from the view windows with the new model having four extra vertical port holes on each side. In the past Overmarine build a Mangusta 130 S, launched in only one unit which featured a large spacious flybridge but did not look as sleek as the standard model.  This new second in size large Mangusta basically joins the concepts of both the 130's without loosing the sleek sports profile of the lines. 

www.mangustayachts.com

Project: Airon Marine 4500 T-Top

Airon Marine from Lake Come in Italy, presents the project of the new 4500 T-Top, what I imagine to be a replacement model of the successful 4300 T-Top, first of the hard top series from the North Italian builder.  So far Airon has provided this exterior rendering which features a very family feeling to the other bigger or smaller boats of the Lake Como builder, with a lot of similarities to the latest launch, the 4800 T-Top flagship.  A standard internal plan of three cabins, which sleeps six below is being offered.  But an option of two large cabins sleeping four is also available.  Various different plans are also available to what concerns the main deck as is in the end the tradition from Airon Marine, who have a very custom approach in this size, but also in its builds above the 345.  Power choice available is from twin Volvo 400 or 435hp in IPS pods or stern drive choice.  But even here I will imagine more engine options and shafts to be available.

www.aironmarine.it

New Model: MJM 29z Downeast

MJM presents its latest new model for the coming year with the 29z Downeast.  This latest MJM uses the same hull as the Express, Outboard versions of the same model with very sleek classic looks.  A very light and strong high technology construction, and a well studied hull contribute to top of the class fuel efficiency in this style and type of Traditional Cruiser boat.  Accommodation is a well thought out layout with the 29z Downeast sleeping two in the fore cabin, which also boasts two meters of head room.  This also features a separate shower head, and a galley.  Outside in the cockpit two forward seats for the helm and co-pilot are joined by a C-shaped settee which can seat up to ten persons.  Power is from four Volvo diesel choices, from a standard 220hp, to an economic optional 170 or faster and bigger 300hp choice.  With this last choice top speed is 40 knots with an economic cruise of 25 giving 3nm for 3.7 liters of fuel.  

Technical Data:

LOA - 9.91 m (32.6ft)
Hull Length - 8.84 m
Waterline Length - 8.05 m
Beam - 3.11 m
Draft - 0.73 m with drives down
Displacement - 3909 kg half load
Fuel Capacity - 473 l
Water Capacity - 106 l
Accommodation - 2 berths
Engine - 1 x Volvo D3 220hp, D3 170hp, D4 260hp, D4 300hp
Propulsion - Volvo DHP stern drive with dual propellers
Speed - 40 knots max 25 efficient cruise with 300hp
Construction - Pre preg wet Epoxy, Kevlar, E-Glass, Corecell, Vacuum bagged and oven post cured
Hull Type - Modified Vee with 55 degrees entry, and 16 degree transom deadrise, 2 lifting strakes
Project - Doug Zurn
Certification - CE Category B

www.mjmyachts.com

Project: Fleming 58

Fleming Yachts is pleased to announce the addition of a 58 project, to its line of 55, 65 and 78 foot models. Construction will begin this fall with the first boat scheduled  to complete in late 2012. Ordered with a number of interior arrangements including one with a full beam midships owner’s stateroom, the Fleming 58 provides an ideal intermediate size between the existing 55 and 65.  So far Fleming shows two interior plans for the 58 both of which three cabins, and two shower heads but option B features a more spacious full beam owners stateroom, with a beauty desk, and relaxing sofa. Compared to her smaller sister the 58 features increased headroom in the engine room, an extended waterline length and a more spacious interior due to her increased beam. The pilothouse has room for twin Stidd helm chairs. The cockpit is capacious, and the expanded flybridge will accept a larger tender, BBQ, and additional fridge/freezer space.  The 58 employs much of the same technology used in the Fleming 65 including the Boning ship monitoring system with two 15” color touchscreens, Hypro fly-by-wire precision power steering, and Sea Torque’s enclosed shaft system.  Power to her tank tested semi displacement hull will be from standard Cummins 500hp or optional MAN 800hp. 

www.flemingyachts.com

New Model: Sunseeker 53 Manhattan

Sunseeker presented the new 53 Manhattan in Cannes.  This new model is an evolution of the 52 Manhattan with larger windows on the main deck, and the full beam owners suite and a modified interior, exterior plan. The hull has also been changed in order to increase volumes inside. The modification in the interior effect all areas; the third guest cabin now is not a bunk but features two in line berths, and the VIP suite to fore also feels roomier thanks to extra height.  The owners stateroom is also now a full headroom all around, again thanks to better use of height in this model.  A crew cabin is available aft.  An option is also available for the aft with a small sun pad and C-shaped settee being standard, or a large sunbed taking full space here.  The flybridge is also roomier and features a large C-shape dinette to aft, wet bar and sun lounger to port, and a two person seat helm station.  Power is from twin diesel engines up to 800hp, which give top speeds up to 31 knots. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 17.96 m (58.9ft) incl pulpit

LOA - 17.53 m ex pulpit

Waterline Length - 13.6 m

Beam - 4.69 m

Draft - 1.26 m incl props

Displacement - 27400 kg half load

Fuel Capacity - 2200 l

Water Capacity - 625 l

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

Engines - 2 x 800hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 31 knots max, 23 knots cruise

Range - 250 nm at cruse

Construction - Vinilester resin with Powder bound mat, balsa core for topsides, foam core for top deck

Project - Design Unlimited

Certification - CE

www.sunseeker.com 

Powerboat OGP - 2011 Championship Cancelled

Event organiser of the Ocean Grand Prix series International Sea Racing Limited, has announced that the remaining rounds of the 2011 UIM Ocean Grand Prix Powerboat World Endurance Championship will be cancelled.  Joseph Azzopardi, Event Director, Ocean Grand Prix explained that this was a very hard decision to take. He said that the key issues where venues who did not meet the obligations in terms of permissions and in some cases finances.  Another issue which in PowerYachts opinion was also very much present is also the lack of competitors with seven boats taking part in both the classes; three in the production Supersport, and four in the Evolution.  PowerYachtBlog sincerely hopes for better luck to the highly potential Powerboat Endurance Championship in 2012, who ever is the organizer.

www.oceangrandprix.org

New Model: Riva 75 Venere Super

Riva present the new 75 Venere Super.  The heir to the successful 75 Venere which adds a bigger, may be a bit too big view windows to center ship, hard top, and additional changes inside.  The first model of this new series featured a distinctive luxury evoking bronze color.  The change inside represent the removal of the internal staircase from the saloon to the flybridge, which increase the space of the sun pad on top, and the galley below.  The now larger view window also servers the guest cabins.  The galley has also been improved with an opening partition to the dining area, in order to make serving of food easier.  The interior lower deck plan should remain the same with a standard four cabins all with en-suite plan, plus two or three cabin plan.  Alternatively a layout of three cabins this adding space to the owners head, and an utility or office room is available. Power is from standard twin MTU 1524hp, to optional 1623hp, this last giving a top speed of 32 knots and a cruise of 29 knots.

Technical Data:

LOA - 23 m (75ft)

Hull Length - 22.7 m

Waterline Length - 19.10 m

Beam - 5.72 m

Draft - 1.86 m loaded

Displacement - 50.9 t unloaded, 58.2 t loaded

Fuel Capacity - 5500 l

Water Capacity - 1000 l

Accommodation - 8 guest berths in 4 cabins, 2/3 berths for crew

Max Persons - 16

Engines - 2 x MTU 10v2000 M93 1524hp, MTU 10v2000 M94 1623hp

Propulsion - line shafts

Speed - 31 knots max 28 cruse with 1524hp, 32 knots max 29 cruise with 1623hp

Range - 330 nm

Hull Type - 12 degrees deadrise aft modified Vee monohedron hull with spray rails

Project- Mauro de Micheli Officina Italiana, Ferretti AYT and CentroStile

Certification - CE 2003/44 A,  modules B + F + Aa sound emissions RINA Spa 

www.riva-yacht.com