New Model: Pershing 70

Pershing and its always standing designer Fulvio De Simoni has always been a brand which makes subtle forward movements in its careful but yet future looking designs. Yet this just launched 70 seems to bring a novelty at Pershing, coming from the buttresses which integrate into the aft deck from the hard top. It's an interesting design elements which reminds me of the Pershing 88 and 76 models. Two things will be worth to note. Will this be copied as when Pershing introduced the rounded integrated wind screen back in the early nineties, and will we see this in other models. I think it all depends how much this model will sell. On the inside the Pershing 70 continues the evolution design of the brand with a main living on the main deck and three double cabins below in the standard deck plan. A two double cabin plan with only the forward VIP suite, and the owners midships stateroom is also available. In this layout the third cabin is replaced by an L-shaped saloon. The galley is located below, while a crew cabin is located at midships in between the engine room and the owners cabins. Power is twin 1623hp MTU engines with surface drives. Top speed estimates are wide open throttle of 44 knots and a cruise of 39, which give a range of 265 nautical miles.    

Technical Data:

LOA - 21.44 m (70.4ft)

Hull Length - 20.8 m
Waterline Length - 17.14 m
Beam - 5 m

Draft - 1.35 m

Displacement - 40,200 kg unloaded, 46,040 kg loaded

Fuel Capacity - 3500 l

Water Capacity - 900 l

Max Persons - sixteen

Accommodation - six berths in three cabins, or four berths in two cabins, 1 crew cabin berth

Engines - 2 x MTU 10v 2000M94 1623hp

Propulsion - Top System 8sp surface drives

Speed - 44 knots max, 39 knots cruise 

Range - 265 nautical miles at 39 knots cruise
Hull Shape - modified Vee shape with spray rails and seventeen degrees dead rise aft
Construction - vacuum infusion Scrimp system

Project - Fulvio de Simoni, Ferretti Group AYT
Certification - CE 2003/44 A, modules B + F + Aa issued by RINA

www.pershing-yacht.com

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Azimut Grande New Web Site

Azimut Grande which translates to large Azimut is a concept the World famous Italian brand launched in 2010, focusing on the over one hundred feet Super Yachts. Worth to note that while today competition is highly competitive over the one hundred feet size, Azimut has been in this segment since 1982 when it launched the 105 Failaka at the time the biggest yacht made of fiberglass. Azimut-Benetti has been the top dog builder of Super Yachts over eighty feet for many consecutive years and up until this year on the Showboats International yearly order books list. The new Azimut Grande website shows the customizing of the yachts, and while the exterior does not change much, the owner can dictate and change most of the interior thanks to a Personal Design Equipe dedicated for each construction. Azimut Grande has currently five models from the Flybridge and SL ranges. Smallest model is the just launched 95 RPH, and the current bigger model is the 120SL.  The new Azimut Grande website is available in English and Italian language and takes you around with the following buttons: Your Personality, Out Attitude, A Unique Experience, and Grande Collection.  The new Azimut Grande website also connects the user to the Group's Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Youtube social media pages.

www.azimutyachts.com

New Model: Filippetti 30 Navetta

Filippetti makes an important launch that of its first 30 Navetta. Fully custom the triple deck 30 Navetta designed by Pietro Mingarelli wants to make the owner as sole protagonist. As it shows this is also much the case for hull number one which features a layout of six double guest cabins.  Five of the guest cabins will be located on the lower deck, while the owners stateroom is on the main deck.  Three double crew are found in the 30 Navetta with two located amidships with in between a small lobby, and a large captains room in behind the helm station on the second deck. Power for the 30 Navetta is twin MTU 1200hp engines, which give max speed of 16 knots, and a cruise of 13. Range is four thousand nautical miles at the economic speed of ten knots. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 30.4 m (99.7ft)

Hull Length - 28.5 m

Waterline Length - 26.7 m

Beam - 7.48 m

Draft - 2 m

Displacement - 117 t unloaded, 155 t loaded

Fuel Capacity - 27000 l

Water Capacity - 4500 l

Accommodation - 12 guests in 6 cabins, 6 crew in 3 cabins

Max Persons - 17 guests

Engines - 2 x MTU 8V2000M93 1200hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 16 knots max, 13 knots cruise, 10 knots economic long range

Range - 4000 nm at 10 knots

Project - Pietro Mingarelli

Hull Shape - displacement with bulb

Certification - RINA Cross hull, Mach Y, Unrestricted Navigation

www.filipettiyacht.com

Improve-It = Princess 60

The Princess 60 Flybridge has always been a powerful and elegant cruiser, delivering an incredible on-board experience. Now, the 60 receives an important 2014 update. The 60's exterior profile has been sharpened up and now includes an incredibly deep window line for a stunning panoramic view from the saloon. A new flybridge layout delivers more seating, while the already impressive master cabin gets a major luxury lift plus larger hull-side windows. 

www.princessyachts.com

New Model: Revolver 44GT

Revolver Boats has just launched a new product: the 44GT. High performance and all-Italian design result in an innovative sport cruiser-boat reminiscent of details from the high end automobile world. The core concept underlying the new 44GT is the idea of transferring the qualities of a grand touring car to the sea. The result is an elite, high performance cruiser with exciting lines, comfort and safety, and an optimal range for long crossings. The Revolver 44GT showcases a unique and revolutionary mix of power and cruise, under the banner of sophisticated design. The new Revolver 44GT is first and foremost a powerful, high performance boat. However, it is not a "normal" powerboat; it is an impressive display of raw power and speed, great range, functionality, and comfort. The GT has distinctive features throughout including the rear air vents with “shark” cut reminiscent of high-end cars from the 1960s and the bow with LED lights built into the protective and powerful fender rail that defines the profile.  The exteriors are by Alberto Mancini AM Yacht Design, a young but already acclaimed Italian designer who developed also the interiors and represent an evolution over the 42R designed by Michael Peters Yacht Design firm.  Mancini introduced new stylistic elements to ensure the 44GT is even more innovative and cutting edge, emphasizing that dynamic quality, referencing car design in the exterior lines as well as interior details. The interior layout focuses on the large central structure that houses the control panel and helm station. This has been significantly modified from the sporty 42R for a new sense of symmetry and sophisticated convenience. The separate captain and co-driver seats are custom designed with a sporty carbon look and are both comfortable and functional. The ergonomic central console between them houses the control panel, including large, latest-generation Garmin touch-screens instruments for easy and safe navigation. The helm station has an integrated dual monitoring system, for greater security, that also interfaces with the navigation screens. And of course, there is an iPad dock station that controls the multi-zone HI-FI system for the different areas of the vessel. Behind the helm station there are four passenger seats that pick up on the aesthetics of the captain and co-captain chairs.  Another key feature of the 44GT is air conditioning operated thanks a five Kilowatt generator, no minor detail for a boat whose distinctive elements include a spectacular glass roof as well as a rear glass door that opens up  and hides away in the engine room. This whole operation happens only in few seconds, by remote control in a practical, fast manner.  Below deck, in the bow area, there is a large sofa that can be converted into a double bed by folding down the table, as well as a kitchen and minibar. A surprising feature is the spacious bathroom with rain shower, and  an unusual high ceilings for this class of boat. The sporty look is perfectly mirrored by the high performance of the Revolver 44GT equipped with two diesel Cummins engines of 550hp each paired with Arneson Surface Drives. These ensure great agility and flexibility and exceed a maximum speed of fifty knots in total comfort and safety. A surprising feature is the long range spirit of the 44GT able to cruise at 40 knots with low consumption: averaging one hundred liters per hour.  The 44 GT sophisticated construction, imparts the utmost in structural rigidity while minimizing weight, is noteworthy. The hull, roof, and all the structural elements floor, struts, and bulkheads are vacuum molded. The resin is vinylester; with lamination in a sandwich of Corecell, E-glass bi-axial glass-fiber fabric. Stiffeners are placed along the major structural members with unidirectional and multi-axial carbon fabric. The hard top is structural carbon, with exposed bulkheads making a style raw statement.   

Technical Data:

LOA - 13.4 m (44ft)

Hull Length - 12.6 m

Beam - 3.57 m

Draft - 0.6 m at full load

Displacement - 8.4 t

Fuel Capacity - 1200 l

Water Capacity - 140 l

Accommodation - 2 berths in convertible berth

Engines - 2 x Cummins QSC 6.7 550hp

Propulsion - Arnesons Surface Drives ASD08

Speed - 50 knots max, 40 knots cruise

Range - 400 nm

Hull Type - deep Vee with 22 degrees dead-rise aft

Construction - fiberglass sandwich with Corecell core, Vinilester resin, E-glass biaxial, and multi-axial carbon fabric in major areas  

Project - Alessandro Mancini exterior and interior, Michael Peters hull

www.revolverboats.com

Improve-it = Nordhavn N43

The next generation of Nordhavn 43 is here and going into completion for the fall 2014. Hull 41 is a cut above all other N43s that have gone before her, with a brand new interior layout and styling akin to her luxurious bigger sisters. This boat is currently being built to a prior specification with Stone colored Ultra-leather fabric on the cushions and a glorious grey-veined white granite counter top in the galley. A darker blue-black granite was chosen for the heads. The layout of this new 43 is sure to be a crowd pleaser with an enhanced walk-through accommodations area that flows from the saloon and down a few steps into a hallway. The new configuration allows for a bigger wheelhouse with enough space to add an additional fridge or freezer and chart table. 

www.nordhavn.com

New Model: Sunseeker 101 Sport Yacht

Sunseeker latest Sport Yacht range continues to expand with this new 101 model launched past Spring. Sitting perfectly in the middle of a range which starts at 68 feet and ends with the big 130, the 101 is a perfect combination of luxury, accommodation, and sports aggressive lines. Down below the 101 offers four double rooms, with a big midships owners stateroom. A galley with an independent stair case from the main deck is located below at midships in between the engine room, and the owners stateroom. The galley is also joined by the crew quarters with two cabins sleeping three or four located further aft. The main deck of the 101 Sport Yacht is a no step single level area, with the helm station forward, dining table for eight in the middle, and large welcoming lounging saloon by the patio door on entrance. Outside the 101 Sport Yacht surprises for its three entertainment relaxing areas; fore, aft, and sport bridge. The sport bridge wants to be the party spot of many thanks to its L-shaped wet bar and two C-shaped settees. While the fore deck also available with a circle shaped Jacuzzi bath option would be the relaxing spot.  Power for the 101 Sport Yacht is twin MTU 2600hp engines which give a max speed of 30 knots, and a cruise of 26.

Technical Data:

LOA - 29.8 m (97.9ft)

Beam - 6.89 m

Draft - 2.30 m

Displacement - 90,000 kg full load

Fuel Capacity - 13000 l

Water Capacity - 2000 l

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

Engines - 2 x MTU 16V 2000 M94 2600hp

Propulsion - line shafts in semi tunnels

Speed - 30 knots max, 26 knots cruise

Range - 700 nautical miles

Construction - Vinylester skin coat with powder pound mat, balsa core hull sides, PVC cored super structure

Certification - RINA, CE  

www.sunseeker.com   

Project: Outer Reef 530 Trident

Outer Reef Yachts announces the launch of an exciting new model range, the Trident Series. This new series boasts a notable departure from Outer Reef’s classic product lines that have come before her. Developed in cooperation with Setzer Yacht Architects, the Outer Reef Trident Series embodies a unique synthesis of stylistic innovation, technology and functionality. The attractive plumb bow hull design, chic styling elements, and new length options are introduced with the 530 model. The series also offers superior performance, heightened speeds, and enhanced fuel efficiency, representing only some of the many features that lend to her appeal. In addition, the Trident Series will maintain the valued benefits of safety and efficiency, and as the other Outer Reef will be built to CE Category A-Unlimited ocean category. With these valued attributes, and born from market demand, twelve Outer Reef Tridents have already been ordered from plan and rendering designs prior to her official launch. The first 530 will make her world debut at the 2015 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. The Outer Reef Trident Series, as a production series, will uphold Outer Reef Yacht’s high quality manufacturing and customer service, while yielding two things: an attractive price point well below the competition, and an enhanced specification. Differing from the company’s previous semi-custom product lines, the series offers her owners the flexibility of three attractive interior palettes including modern, transitional, or traditional elements, in combination with three layout configurations. The innovative features of the new series continues to impress throughout the engine room, equipped with twin Cummins 550hp engines and pod drives as standard, which allows the 530 Trident to cruise economically, comfortably and safely at 10 knots, with a fast cruise speed of 18-20 knots and attain a top speed of 28 knots. Cruising speed and efficiency is greatly increased by a newly designed hull, that performs like a planing hull at a higher speed, yet is very stable and seaworthy at slower speeds with her patented Tri-brid semi-displacement design. Even with resin infused technology, which guarantees perfect resin to composite ratios for weight savings, the 530 Outer Reef Trident Series still weighs in at over 26 tons at half load. This is a robust displacement for a yacht of this size, hinting a solid construction a quality for which Outer Reef Yachts has garnered a fame for. The new 530 Trident will pave the way for additional length offerings including larger 650 and 750 models. 

www.outerreefyachts.com

New Model: Maritimo S58

Maritimo presents the new S58, flagship of its Sedan Motoryacht range. This Maritimo S58 impresses for it's space, fit out and bright open plan layout. Wide opening bi-fold saloon doors, easy cockpit/saloon access ensure a relaxed lifestyle on the water. When it comes to creature comforts the S58 offers a three cabins layout sleeping five, or six if one decides to fit out the third cabin with twin bunk berths. The full beam master stateroom features a king size double bed, en-suite shower head, chaise lounge and make up vanity-study. The main deck is a single level helm and saloon joined with the conveyance of an opening sunroof, side windows, three part folding patio door, and a well thought out L-shaped galley with central  island table. Standard power is twin Volvo 800hp engines with reliable line shaft propulsion. An interesting detail in the S58 is also the large five thousand liters fuel tank. For a sport yacht of this size, that is on average about forty per cent more, which in real terms should offer an interesting range distance capability.

Technical Data:

LOA - 18.7 m (61.3ft)

Beam - 5.2 m

Draft - 1.35 m

Displacement - 29000 kg

Fuel Capacity - 5000 l

Water Capacity - 800 l

Accommodation - 5, or 6 berths in 3 cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D13 800hp, D13 900hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Hull Type - variable planning Vee

www.maritimo.com.au

Abacus New Web Site

Abacus Marine builder of motor yachts from sixteen to forty meters, presents its new World wide web showroom. Founded in 2003 in Messina, island of Sicily, in Italy, Abacus started with a 61 foot motor yacht, later in 2006 renamed as 62, the yard presented its second model the 70 All the models so far presented by the shipyard have been designed by World renowned Italian yacht architect Fulvio De Simoni. Apart creating a nice family feeling, the line distinct itself for a nice and modern lines. Today Abacus features seven models which start at 54 and end with a 40 Navetta this last being still in project stages. Abacus has two other models in project stages; a 72 and a 101. The new Abacus website is available in two languages, Italian and English, and takes you around with the following buttons; About, Service, Yachts, Team, Dealers, Press, News and Events, Used, and Contact. As is usual nowadays Abacus also features its social media pages as Facebook, Twitter, Google Plus, and YouTube with links at the bottom of the page.

www.abacusmarine.it