Project: Cheoy Lee 111

With exceptional interior and exterior volume, the Choey Lee 111 yacht has crossover appeal for both the Express and traditional motor yacht customer. Increased fuel capacity, length and luxurious amenities will lend a motor yacht feel, complemented by a modern two deck and a half looks. The 111 adds a new dimension to the Cheoy Lee line up of yachts and super yachts and wants to tick customers who come from its Alpha range or similar European looking competing brands.  Powered by twin 1900hp Cat engines the 111 has some impressive cruise numbers at 10 knots economic speeds which give a two thousand nautical miles range. Non the less the 111 can be pushed to a max speed of 24 knots, and 21 fast cruise.   

www.cheoylee.com

New Model: Bavaria 400 Sport Coupe

Bavaria has been on a roll in recent months updating its motor boat range with new models, all coming from the able hands of Italian from Rome designer Marco Casali. The man behind the praised Virtess. Versatility is key in the new models offered in the fall of 2014, the 360 and 400. One of the first models to launch is the 400 Sport Coupe, a patio door fully enclosed hard top sport cruiser.  The 400 just as much as the 360 will be offered in three other versions; Open, Hard Top, and Soft Top. The 400 Sport Coupe main feature is the one that updated the main deck to a second inside or outside living area thanks to a fully protected environment.  

Technical Data:

LOA - 13.29 m (43.6ft) with bathing platfrom

Length - 12.21 m

Waterline Length - 11.65 m

Beam - 3.99 m

Draft - 1.05 m drives down

Displacement - 9129 kg

Fuel Capacity - 750 l

Water Capacity - 250 l

Accommodation - 4 + 1 berths

Max Persons - 12

Engines - Petrol gas 2 x Mercury Mag377 DTS 320hp, Volvo V8 350hp, V8 430hp,  

Diesel 2 x Volvo D4 260hp, D4 300hp, D6 400hp, Mercury 4.2l 370hp

Propulsion - Volvo or Mercury dual propeller stern drive

Project - Too Design Marco Casali, 

Certification - CE B

www.bavaria-yachtbau.com

Engine: Cat C175-16 3467hp

Caterpillar Marine unveiled new power ratings for the Cat C175 propulsion engine for commercial vessels at the 2014 SMM Exhibition, held September 9-12 in Hamburg, Germany. Designed specifically as a high speed power solution for commercial applications including ocean going and harbor tugs, the C175-16 propulsion engine is now available with ratings up to 3467hp at 1800 rpm. The new ratings extend Caterpillar Marine's high-speed engine power range beyond the company's already industry-leading 3516C HD engine. Cat C175 engine platforms with the new ratings are available to order now from the global Cat dealer network. Ideal for large, high speed commercial vessels, the C175 engine utilizes proven ACERT™ technology to optimize turbocharging and aftercooling. Efficient combustion reduces engine wear and maximizes fuel, driving the C175-16 to pull the maximum amount of energy from each injection event. The engine also features the Cat common rail fuel system enabling low emissions at all levels and requires no aftertreatment to comply with regulations. In addition to an 1,000-hour oil change interval, thermo-laminated heat shields save time and money during service. With a bore of 175 mm and a stroke of 220 mm, the C175-16 is highly efficient while providing increased propulsion output in a high speed engine platform. Additional features include: Turbocharged and aftercooled aspiration, MCS approved monitoring, alarm, and protection system, Cross-flow head design, and Simplified electrical system.

www.marine.cat.com

Project: Sciallino SC30 Trenta

The Sciallino SC30 Trenta is the middle project to be presented in the new course of this North West, Liguria located Italian builder.  Sciallino has build a fame for building solid and seaworthy craft for the fisherman cruiser with lines following the classic Italian Gozzo fishing craft.  As the upcoming 27 and 36 models the SC30 is designed by Baumarine, and offers a mix of modernity and classic lines. The SC30 as its other sisters will feature a planning hull with a medium seventeen degrees Vee deadrise aft, and can be powered by both single and twin engine sets up in shaft drive propulsion. Accommodation wise the SC30 features a two separate cabin plan below, fore and midships with a shower head in between. The galley plus and L-shape settee is to be located on the main deck. 

www.sciallino.it 

New Model: Absolute 58 Navetta

It's definitely exciting times again at Absolute, as the North Italian boat builder headed by Gobbi and Maggi presented at the end of August its new 58 Navetta.  A new model which represents a challenge and a fresh chapter into the Absolute story, and its entry into the medium-long range explorer yacht sector. For those following Absolute in recent years they definitely know this is nothing new for the Italian boat builder, who still goes on the record books as having its full line of fifteen models all powered with the Volvo IPS pod drive system.  A huge believe in Volvo's forward looking pod drives system which has characterized the boat builder since 2006, and the launch of the Absolute 56 STC. The Absolute 58 Navetta is an explorer which puts the Mediterranean style of layout and function. Saying it simple you would not find anything missing from your planning boat into the 58, in reality you will find more, as the 58 Navetta has a feeling of being a much larger yacht then it actually is. The interior layout offers a split level saloon with galley to starboard in the raised part behind the helm station. Below is three double cabins all served with a private head, and includes a full beam owners cabin which is one of the largest for a seventeen meter yacht. To aft is also a crew cabin sleeping two and served with its private shower head. The 58 Navetta features an IPS dedicated semi displacement hull and can be powered by engine choices of twin Volvo 435hp or the large 625hp units.  Hull one was equipped with the large Volvo's and gave interesting max speed of 25 knots at light load and a cruise of 18 knots.   

Technical Data:

LOA - 17 m (55.9ft)
Hull Length - 14.95 m

Beam - 5 m

Draft - 1.34 m 

Displacement - 26.6 t light, 32.1 t loaded

Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins, 2 crew beds in 1 cabin

Fuel Capacity - 2400 l

Water Capacity - 600 l

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 435hp, D11 625hp

Propulsion - Volvo forward looking dual propeller IPS pod drives

Speed -  25 knots max 18 knots cruise with with Volvo 625hp, 16 knots cruise with 435hp

Hull - semi displacement

Construction - Absolute ISS (Integrated Structural System)

Project - Absolute Research Lab

Certification - CE B

www.absoluteyachts.com

PowerYachtBlog Best of 2014 Nominated

Project: Broom 30 Coupe HT

Broom design and expertise has led to the creation of the 30 Coupe HT, a cruiser built to explore the Inland waterways of Europe in comfort and style. The Broom 30 Coupe HT offers comprehensive access of Europe's waterways which can sometimes be restricted by low bridges and height restrictions.  New for 2014, the 30 HT for hard-top version advances its design versus the Coupe to offers extra protection against the elements. It features a fully retractable, sliding canvas roof and bonded windscreen with opening inserts. The contemporary interior is light and airy, offering all on one level living. Below the 30 Coupe HT sleeps four in a separate cabin to fore, and convertible L-shaped saloon settee.  

www.broomboats.com

New Model: Dale 35 Classic

Dale presents the new 35 Classic, which truly perfectly illustrates the way of approaching a truly bespoke build as desired by its owner.  The 35 Classic is a boat that started from a meeting between the British builder, owner and a blank sheet of paper! Everything from the keel up has been designed to suit his brief of a top performing day boat with accommodation for a tall family who wish to overnight occasionally.  Finally completed hull one of the Dale 35 Classic shows the real meaning of the word semi-custom as every material, color, detail has been carefully matched to the owner’s requirements, whilst the very finest standards of hull construction, fit out and finish will of course left up to the Dale heritage.
Technical Data:

LOA - 10.5 m (35ft)

Beam - 3.38 m
Draft - 1.3 m (drive down)
Displacement - 5.2 t dry, 6 t loaded
Fuel Capacity - 580 l
Water Capacity - 165 l

Accommodation - 2 berths

Engine - 1 x Volvo D6 400hp, 2 x Volvo D4 260hp

Propulsion - stern drive

Speed - 33 knots max with Volvo 400hp

Project - TT Designs

Hull Shape - planning Vee
Certification - CE B, C 

www.dalenelson.co.uk

Abati Yachts New Web Site

Abati Yachts presents its new web site. Abati was founded in 2004 by Andrea Abati and Alessandro Patrizi.  Abati was started as Patrizi was looking for his own boat and choose a lobster looking traditional cruiser from Austin Parker, and its 42 model. Hearing in a later stage that Austin Parker was in financial trouble decides to take over the premises in Rosignano Marittimo, Livorno but to leave the brand name to the ownership mostly because his idea is to build bigger boats and yachts.  Austin Parker debuts with the 55 Portland in 2005, a very classic looking outside traditional yacht, with an innovative layout which featured separate entrance to the three cabins from the main deck, which is still a unique feature in its size today. The second Abati the 46 Newport arrives the following year, with this model taking a more modern approach to its looks and layout.  What goes around come round and in 2012 Abati is purchased by the Austin Parker ownership as led by Michele Parini, presenting the first new 60 Keyport model of the new management this 2014 year.  Today Abati builds four models; 46 Newport, 55 Portland, 58 Eastport, and its new 60 Keyport flagship. The new Abati Yacht virtual showroom is available in English and Italian language and takes you around with the following buttons; Shipyard, Press Room, News and Events, Dealers Networks, Catalogues, and Contacts.

www.abatiyachts.com

Production and ownership history;

55 Portland 2005-14

46 NewPort 2006-14

58 Eastport 2010-14

64 Freeport HT 2010-14

64 Freeport Fly 2011-14

2012 Michele Parini/Austin Parker ownership

60 Keyport 2014

The first Abati model the classic looking 55 Portland

Project: Dominator D26 M Ilumen

Since Wolfgang Pernsteiner took over Dominator, the company has been making important forward movements to become the elite yacht builder. Now in recent days Dominator has been showing this innovative D26 M Ilumen project on the background of its website. Designed by Alessandro Mancini the D26 M Ilumen seems a break through innovative project from Domintor not only in the looks, layout, but also in the technical side. Dominator will be giving full details of this project during the Cannes show, but as an appetizer I can tell you that the D26 M Ilumen will feature an innovative power system with four modes, a master cabin forward on the main deck with 270 degrees views, and one of the largest flybridge in its size. At this stage we can only say to Dominator to bring the D26M Ilumen on, that is from project to reality. 

www.dominatoryachts.com

New Model: Canados Oceanic 90 STS

Its exciting times in Rome in Italy, and at Cantieri Navali di Ostia who launch hull one of its new explorer Oceanic Yachts line. To be exact Canados launch the Oceanic 90 STS, which sold in January of this year. Among the amenities offered by this first yacht is an upper deck owner’s stateroom with private terrace, while a VIP plus two guest cabins are located on the lower deck. The interior decoration is a result of a study undertaken by the in-house design studio in conjunction with the owner. The primary timbers used throughout will consist of limed Grey Oak, Macassar Ebony, Wengé, lacquered wood and wood floors. The convertible aft deck, with over-sized modular sofas, will stow a 6.50m diesel powered SACS tender while two three seat personal water-crafts, two Seabobs and one JetLev will be stored in the transom garage. An additional stand-up JetSki will be installed on the deck, right under the 1.5 ton capacity Opacmare crane. The engine room will be buffered from the lower deck amenities by a spectacular sound insulation system engineered like on a fifty meter yacht and the by the vast crew quarters and custom made galley. As the Canados Oceanic Yachts production 90 hull number one maintains the brand-new philosophy whose main features are: extended outdoor and indoor living volumes, ability to carry large toys and tenders, high performance and ability to navigate at economic speed with low fuel consumption, resulting in reduced overall operating costs.  The  Canados Oceanic 90 STS has also the option to be offered in the DiElec version, which stands for Diesel-Electric propulsion. It is a true innovation of the Oceanic range. In this version, the 90' can run either on its two Caterpillar 1925hp engines for speeds up to 27 knots, or alternately, on its two electric motors fed by the two generators. Under Electric power, the 90 STS can run at 8 knots with a consumption in the region of 40 liters per hour.

Technical Data:

LOA - 27.8 m (91.2ft)
Waterline Length - 22.7 m

Beam - 7 m
Draft - 2 m

Displacement - 78 t dry
Fuel Capacity - 11200 l
Water Capacity - 2000 l

Accommodation - 8 guest berths in 4 cabins, 2 crew cabins sleeping four

Engines - 2 x Cats C32 Acert 1925hp, optional edition of two electic Auxilia 40kw engines

Propulsion - line shafts, pod drives

Speed - 27 knots max, 24 cruise
Range - 450 nm at cruise

Hull Shape - Displanning design

Construction - vacuum infusions, with Nomex core, and Kevlar mats

www.oceanicyachts-shipyard.com