Project: Fairline Esprit

Fairline was pretty upbeat at the just ended 2014 London boat show presenting an innovative concept the Esprit. This concept is a revolution for most of the known brands and shows sustainable bio-diversification construction in a new light. Bio-derived epoxy resins with needle punched flax fibres are used in construction and the interior features ecoyarn upholstery fabrics, specially treated with a waterproofing plasma process. Recycled synthetic teak is used for the eSprit’s decking and the concept incorporates a solar panelled T-top that folds away to cover bow seating when not in use. The concept also showcases an ergonomically optimized interior and includes a multi functional Steering Position with paddle throttles and integral LED control display. This allows chart plotter, radar and system information to be displayed in the optimum viewing position.  Power options for the Fairline eSprit consist of a 400hp diesel engine, capable of 30 knots in diesel mode, coupled to an electric motor. Silent running or sustained low speed cruising is possible at 5 knots in electric mode. But the Fairline Esprit was also a new departure for the British boat builder who for the first time presented a sport cruiser with a powerboat feel to its overall design. This is something totally new from Fairline and would be interesting to see the response from the public about the Esprit if it goes into production.  

www.fairline.com

New Model: Rhea 36 Trawler

It's a challenging time for Rhea who with the success of its Trawler range continue to expand this line with a new entry level 36 model. With its elegant lines and classic appearance, the Rhea 36 Trawler offers all the necessary comforts for cruising. Inside the 36 Trawler offers two cabins; owners room to fore, and guest two bunk double to starboard amidships. While the main deck surprises for its modernity see astern galley. The 36 Trawler can also ground safely thanks to the shape of its hull and the protected propeller and rudder. In addition, its carefully designed hull offers limited drag and a sharp clean entrance whilst the tunnel propellers optimize consumption.   

Technical Data:

LOA - 11.3 m (37ft)

Hull Length - 10.8 m

Beam - 4.10 m

Draft - 1.10 m

Displacement - 10600 kg

Fuel Capacity - 1000 l

Water Capacity - 350 l

Accommodation - 4 + 2 berths

Engines - 2 x 260hp

Propulsion - line shafts

Project - Bertrand Danglade, Mortain-Mavrikios naval architecture

Certification - CE

www.rhea-marine.fr

Project: Viking 52 ST

After the 42 ST, US builder Viking is fast to capitulate on this new generation of three sided hard top express sport fisher with the project of a 52 already starting to being developed. This new Viking 52 ST should prove a success, and I think it want be long till we see the similar sized open express from the competition to be redesigned with a three sided hard top variant. The 52 ST should also replace the 52 Sport Yacht in production since 2006, although so far there is no official word about this. We also do not know much about this new Viking 52 ST. Will it use the hull of the new 52 Convertible, or the half foot slimmer of the older since 2006 produced Open and Sport Yacht models. The shorter fore deck in the rendering though makes you think this model is very much developed on the latest 52 Convertible launched in 2013.        

www.vikingyachts.com

New Model: Alaska 60 Yachtfisher

This new Alaska 60 Yachtfisher bases itself on the previous larger model coming from the down under builder the 57 Pilothouse, with the extra thinking coming for those who enjoy fishing or scuba diving, incorporating a fully molded fisherman style cockpit with additional storage, kill tanks, rope lockers and more. Like her 54ft smaller sister the hull of the 60 was computer scaled off the successful Alaska 46 series using the latest CAD design software. The Alaska 60 Yachtfisher offers classic and elegant looks combined with a generous sixteen foot plus of beam giving an unparalleled motor yacht with a myriad of live-able spaces on board. Some key design features of the 60 Yachtfisher are; walk-around decks, three cabin configuration with full beam master stateroom with king-size bed, dual en-suites, laundry, fiberglass hardtop over cockpit and side decks, and a tender storage deck aft on the flybridge. Like all Alaska the 60 Yachtfisher features a variable dead-rise hull design ensuring an economical cruising speed of 9 knots, or comfortably at 18 but if it’s a burst of speed you need she will sprint to over 22 knots. 

Technical Data

LOA - 17.98 m (59ft)

Hull Length - 17.37 m

Beam - 5.10 m

Draft - 1.22 m

Dispalcement - 30,000 kg 

Fuel Capacity - 3800 l

Water Capacity - 1200 l

Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins

Engines - 2 x Cummins QSM-11 670hp, Cummins 715hp

Propulsion - line shafts

Speed -  22 knots max, 18 knots cruise, 9 knots economic

www.alaskamotoryachts.com.au 

Camper and Nicholsons New Web Site

Camper and Nicholsons Yachting presents its new World wide web showroom.  Camper and Nicholsons commenced in 1782 building in its long history some legendary yachts as the Shamrock J-class series built for Sir Thomas Lipton to compete in the Americas cup.  Other notable builds are the Endeavour, and Velsheda, and lastly the super yacht Philante which at 1629 tons remains the largest pleasure craft ever build in Britain.  In 2001 Camper and Nicholsons Yachting arm was bought by Sergio Ferragamo also owner of Nautor Swan.  He restarted production building a series of classic looking express boats.  At first the production from 2004 till 2005 was made in the legendary Gosport Britain facility but in December 2005 this was closed and building moved to the Nautor shipyard in Scandinavia, Finland.   Today Camper and Nicholsons Yachting offers a total of five models from the 42 Endeavour, to the still in project 42 Filante which will be built in Steel and Aluminium.  Camper and Nicholsons new website takes you around with the following buttons; Company, Commuters, All Seas, and Contacts.  

www.cnyachting.com

Production History (production motor boats only)

42 Endeavour 2004-15

50 Valsheda 2013-15

Project: Canados Oceanic 140 DiElec

In the fall of 2013 Canados made an interesting move by presenting its new tug boat inspired Oceanic range. This new Canados Oceanic range is a very interesting concept, offering some interesting elements as plenty of space for tender stowage, huge aft deck, and a hybrid displanning twin stepped hull shape.  The Oceanic 140 is the second project showcased by Canados in a range which will feature four models from 90 to 140 feet.  The Oceanic 140 is available in two versions Dielec and Support.  The DiElec is the diesel engine electronic motor hybrid, we are showing in this post.  The upper deck of the Canados Oceanic 140 will feature to full the owners area, with an apartment style cabin.  The main deck will feature the wheelhouse forward and saloon.  Power will be triple MTU 2600hp engines with two diesel electric motors.  Max speed is 27 knots, cruise of 23 and an electric only speed of 8 knots.  This last can give a range of up to 4900 nautical miles.  

www.canadosyachts.com

New Model: Astondoa 72 GLX

Astondoa follows in its footsteps by making its 72 a turn around model. The 72 GLX from Astondoa heralds a new departure in the looks of its Motoryacht line with an innovative design element going into its fore deck. The bow of the 72 GLX features a very full shape with a triangle point, this adding more space to the fore deck and below.  The 72 GLX also surprises for being among the few flybridge motor yachts with a tender garage space. Lower deck accommodation offers a four double cabins plan with the standard layout of full beam owners room amidships. A crew cabin with a single berth is located to port side aft.  The main deck with the saloon on entrance, a full opening patio door which joins the cockpit, and bulkhead separated galley make for a nice living area.  Power is standard MAN engines 1224hp or optional 1360.    

Technical Data:

LOA - 22.05 m (72.3ft)

Hull Length - 21.2 m

Beam - 5.72 m

Draft - 1.24 m

Displacement - 49000 kg loaded, 44000 kg unloaded  

Fuel Capacity - 4400 l

Water Capacity - 1300 l

Accommodation - 8 guest berths in 4 cabins, 1 crew cabin with 1 berth

Max Persons - 18

Engines - 2 x Man 12v 1224hp, 12v 1360hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 28 knots max 25 cruise with MAN 1224hp engines

Hull Shape - modified Vee with 16 degrees deadrise

Certification - Germanisher Lloyd, ISO 8666 for measurements

www.astondoa.es

Project: Steeler 46 Panorama FlatFloor

This new project from Steeler and designed by known dutch firm Vripack the 46 Panorama FlatFloor is one of the most innovative to come around since some time.  To be build in steel and featuring a semi displacement hull the 46 Panorama FlatFloor shows innovative spirit first for its single floor interior and second for its immense use of window surfaces. Another innovation in the 46 Panorama is a Multifunctional tank which can be filled of air, diesel, and water. When filled of water the tank reduces the height of vessel by one feet making it possible to pass for most of the inland waterway bridges in France. If you fill it with diesel your range increases dramatically.  The standard layout of the 46 Panorama is a two cabins plan with owners room to fore, and guest cabin amidships.  All the cabins are located in the main deck flat floor area this also featuring saloon and galley.  Also various options exist for the guest cabin from a separate galley, to two single berths. Three different options also exist for the entrance saloon sofa area, from astern galley, two armchair choices, or two opposite sofa plans.  A semi raised pilot house area features the helm and a relaxing C-shaped settee.  The Panorama series is to be made in four models this 46 being the entry level model.   

www.steeleryachts.com   

New Model: Absolute 56 STY

Absolute continues to fine tune its models in the 50 series.  The new 56 STY is a further evolution of what was born in 2009 as a 50 Fly, then developed into a 53, a 55, and now this latest model. The 55 presented in 2012 has an amazing layout for its size. Three spacious cabins below deck including full beam owners room, astern galley, aft deck with L-shaped settee sun-pad, and last a two saloon sofa one for dining opposite of the galley and a lounging to fore.  So what does the 56 improves in this? Absolute redesigned the astern galley now featuring a more open format, also increased moving space in the aft deck by adjoining the sun-pad with the convertible settee, and also changed the two single armchairs with table to one large sofa in the owners midships cabin.  

Technical Data:

LOA - 16.65 m (54.6ft)

Beam - 4.65 m

Fuel Capacity - 1700 l 

Water Capacity - 560 l

Max Persons - 14

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

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 435hp, D11 600hp, D11 700hp, 3 x Volvo D6 435hp

Propulsion - Volvo IPS 600, IPS800, or IPS900 pod drives

Speed - 28 knots cruise with twin Volvo 700hp units

Project - Absolute Research Lab

Certification - CE B

www.absoluteyachts.com

Project: Wider 32

One of the most appealing features of the Wider 150 super yacht currently in build is its capacity to house a 32 tender in the aft garage. The wet launching system designed to launch the tender allows the lazarette to transform into a luxury pool/spa area surrounded by a Wider beach. Tilli Antonelli and his design team have invested thousands of hours into the design and development of this vessel, keen to ensure that it is practical for use as a tender but also reflects Wider’s philosophy of innovation and initiative. The result is the new Wider 32, perfect for use as a super yacht tender or as a small sports cruiser. As you would expect from Wider, the 32 is easily distinguishable from other sports cruiser yachts. The dominant axe bow and low transom give the impression that it is leaping out of the water, eager to slice through the waves. Her slim ten feet less beam tapers only slightly towards the bow, giving maximum floor space for sunbathing and to facilitate stepping on board from a mother ship. This is a yacht that is perfect for use as a tender but can also be enjoyed as a standalone sports cruiser, fully equipped with an enclosed dinette area with two convertible sofas, galley equipment, and a separate head. The Wider 32 will be powered by twin Mercruiser 260hp engines, connected to Bravo stern drives to deliver a top speed of 37 knots and a cruising speed of 32 knots.  Work on the molds of the Wider 32 is already under way. Assembly will be starting in March with a view to finishing the first unit towards the end of May.

www.wider-yachts.it