Boat Show - Barcelona 2014 Preview

The 2014 edition of the Barcelona boat show will be held from Wednesday 15 till Sunday 19, at the sea location of Port Veil marina. The show features the most comprehensive and varied range of products and services related to sports and recreational sailing in Spain for enjoying the sea, nautical sports and sailing. While no World first will be present, Barcelona boat show will feature the best of Spain brands; Astondoa, Rodman, and Sasga, and the novelties on some of the major European and World famous builders. Some of the most praised novelties already shown at Cannes and Genoa, but also present in Barcelona will be; Lagoon 630 Motor Yacht massive and spacious catamaran, Rodman 44 Muse new 2014 version with larger windows, and Sunseeker 75 Yacht.

www.salonnautico.com

Project: Lagoon 630 Motor Yacht

One of the most famous sailing catamarans builders present a return to a fully engine power catamaran, which resulted as one of the most talked boats of the fall 2014, the Lagoon 630 Motor Yacht. Lagoon had previously two engine only powered catamarans, the 43 launched in 2000 and the 44 in 2008. A large but interestingly small engine catamaran, the Lagoon 630 is designed by Van Peteghem and Lauriot Prevost, and the Nauta Design Studio. This new Lagoon goes to compete with the limited power catamarans available in this size, but can be an interesting option for people looking for a long range motor yacht. The 630 Motor Yacht is offered with five different lower deck options; from four to a five double cabins choice, and a center saloon or astern galley option. The Lagoon 630 Motor Yacht is powered by twin Volvo 260hp with max speeds up to 16 knots, and a cruise of 12.

www.catamarans-lagoon.com

New Model: Sea Ray 470 Sundancer

Sea Ray is proud to introduce the completely redesigned 470 Sundancer, bringing cutting-edge advancements and enhanced social flow to this popular of its sports yacht line.  Entertaining on the 470 Sundancer is now more inviting than ever. An expansive new main deck features a huge sunroof as well as generous seating on both sides. Continuous flow of light and movement between the atrium, sunroom and cockpit are hallmarks of Sea Ray’s innovative SkyFlow Design,  A wide-opening, triple-pane entry door and a retractable cockpit Sureshade extend the communal atmosphere all the way outside. SkyFlow Design serves to minimize any “cave” effect that might plague a typical express-style yacht. Elongated hull-side windows underscore the beautiful exterior profile, while providing for generous natural lighting. Water-level living areas open up the lower levels, which include two full-beam staterooms with private heads. Both staterooms have been enhanced with richer materials and finishes. An aft stateroom option replaces the queen bed with split bunks. The bright and airy lower salon area includes a convertible sleeper. Both staterooms, the lower salon and the sun-room each feature a standard flat screen TV with Blu-Ray player. The galley area is sleek and luxurious, with high-end finishes and appliances, complemented by plentiful storage. Two couples or families will find ample amenities to stay out all day or overnight in comfort. Performance has been enhanced as well, with an exceptionally ergonomic helm station and multiple propulsion systems including Zeus or V-Drive power. All are available with joystick control for incredibly precise, responsive handling and effortless docking.

Technical Data:

LOA - 14.4 m (47.3ft)

Beam - 4.27 m

Draft - 1.3 m (line shafts) 1.22 m (ZF Zeus pod drives)

Dispalcement - 11,951 kg dry

Fuel Capacity - 1325 l

Water Capacity - 378 l

Accommodation - 4 + 2 berths in 2 cabins

Engines - 2 x Cummins QSC 550hp, Cummins QSB 480hp with Zeus pods

Propulsion - V-drive line shaft, ZF Zeus aft looking dual propeller pod drives

Hull Shape - planning modified Vee with 19 degrees deadrise

Certification - USCGm NMMA, ABYC, CE

www.searay.com

Project: Sundeck 550

Sundeck is a new Italian boat builder with a solid base of experienced people from the nautical sector behind it. The company has recently presented three interesting projects; 550, 700, and 850 all of which are designed by Italian naval architect Maurizio Zuccheri. The 550 project has a familiar looks for those who navigate around Italian waters, as this model does resemble in many ways a previous Zuccheri project that of the 53 Maine by the today closed shipyard Estensi.  Choice will be an important element of the 550 with three options available for the main deck, to four options below. The different layouts are endless and Zuccheri did look for every possible alternative; from a four double guest cabin plan, to a three bedrooms plus office, or a two cabins with enclosed lower galley option. Same goes for the main deck with the option of an astern galley, or a twin saloon plus dining plan. Power will come from twin 450hp engines which should give max speeds of 24 knots, and a cruise from 12 to 20 knots. Range will be a max of one thousand nautical miles at the most efficicent cruise speeds and consumption of 2500 liters of fuel.

www.sundeckyachts.com

Bavaria New Web Site

Bavaria presents its new World wide web virtual showroom. Bavaria today being the World's largest single brand production boat builder was founded in 1978 at a place called Giebelstadt. It's first model was the Bavaria 807 sailing boat, and in 2001 the company produced its first motor boat. It is interesting that today motor boats account for forty per cent of Bavaria's production. Bavaria had an ownership change as of 2009, following the complete buyout by BAIN Capital in 2007. Bavaria offers two style of boats Sailing Yachts, and Motor Boats with size which start from the 23 feet sailing boat B-One, and go up to the 56 Cruiser . The Motor Boats line starts with the 29 Sport, and goes up to the 450 Sport currently in project stages. The new Bavaria Internet showroom is available in English, German and French language, and takes you around with the following buttons: Sailing Yachts, Motor Boats, Dealer Search, Made In Germany, The Shipyard, News, Contact, and Catalogues.  Bavaria also features its social media fan pages; Facebook and Youtube with direct links located in the middle of the page at the far right.

www.bavaria-yachtbau.com

Production History;

270 Sport 2001-02

300 Sport 2001-02

330 Sport 2001

380 2001-04

29 Sport 2002-

34 Sport 2002-04

32 Sport 2002-06

29 DC 2003-

32 Sport 2003

25 Sport 2004-05

37 Sport 2004-05

35 Sport 2005-06

27 Sport 2006-08

38 Sport 2006-08

30 Sport 2006-10

42 Sport 2006-10

33 Sport 2007-10

37 Sport 2008-10

Deep Blue 46 2009-11 *46 Open project

28 Sport 2009-11

38 Sport 2010-11

34 Sport 2010-12

31 Sport 2011-12

43 Sport 2011-12

39 Sport 2011-14

29 Sport/S29 2012/23-

32 Sport 2012-

35 Sport 2012-14

44 Sport 2012-14

420 Virtess 2012- *40 Flybridge project

360 Sport 2014-21

400 Sport Coupe 2014-19

330 Sport/S33 2015/17-22

450 Sport/S45 2015/17-

E40 2016- *DA10 project

R40 2016-

E34 Sedan 2017-

E34 Fly 2018-

R55 Fly 2018-20

SR41 2019-

S30 2020-

Vida 33 2021-

SR36 2022-

SR33 2023-

Project: Ferretti Custom Line 108

During the Cannes show the Ferretti Group team was hands full in presenting new and upcoming projects for its brands, and apart a new important upcoming entry level model with the 550, the Italian brand was also pumped up with the new Custom Line 108 project at the high end of its line up. Designed by Zuccon the very modern 108 project is an evolution in the looks department of the 100. The 108 is just like its predecessor a two and a half deck, with the fore part on the main deck being of a wide body arrangement this made in order to give superior spaces to the owners stateroom.  Below will be space for four addition guest cabins, two of which VIP suites located at midships. A huge garage with space for a large tender, and Ferretti recent style large beach opening are also expected to be found in the new Custom Line 108.  Engine power will come from twin MTU 2683hp engines with estimated top speeds of 26 and a cruise of 23 knots. Range is 430 nautical miles at cruise, and refill of fourteen thousand liters of diesel fuel.

www.ferretti.com 

New Model: Viking 52 ST

It does not get much better looking then this, Viking launches its awesome 52 ST, these initials standing for Sport Tower. The relentless research and design department located in New Jersey, Gretna continue to pursue new style to offer to the sport-fisher. This 52 follows what Viking presented with the 42 more or less a year ago in bigger package. That is a three sided hard top covering over half of the cockpit deck.  If all year cruising and fishing is in your cards a sportfish yacht like the 52 ST should be high on your cards. The 52 ST also offers an interesting accommodation plan both outside and below. The lower deck presents a three double cabin layout with an owners cabin to fore, and two guest bunk berths located to starboard side. A large C-shape galley is located to port side. The cockpit offers extreme comfort to boast with a central console helm, shared by two companion seats on both sides. To starboard is a C-shape dinette with a wet-bar opposite. Power is twin MAN 1200hp engines which give an estimated 40 knots max speed.

Technical Data:

LOA - 16.2 m (53.2ft)

Beam - 5.3 m

Draft - 1.5 m

Displacement - 30390 kg loaded

Fuel Capacity - 4550 l

Water Capacity - 704 l

Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins

Engines - 2 x MAN 8V CRM 1200hp

Propuslion - line shaft

Speed - 40 knots max, 35 knots cruise

Construction - Vacuum bagged Aramid and E-glass hybrid, end grain balsa plus foam core, epoxy and polyester resin blend

www.vikingyachts.com 

Project: Kadey-Krogen 68 Expedition

In 1993 Kadey-Krogen introduced the revolutionary Whaleback 48 featuring a full-beam saloon and, topside, a large central pilothouse. To this day, the Whaleback enjoys a cult-like following for her voluminous interior accommodations and transoceanic capability. In 2007 Kadey-Krogen launched the 55 Expedition as the big sister to the Whaleback 48. Now Kadey-Krogen as part of its new drawing board going bigger plan is pleased to introduce to you the 68 Expedition, an explorer yacht that can readily be handled by two people and will be available in two lower deck layouts; mid-master or master forward arrangements either with three or four cabins.  But the choices of the 68 Expedition will not stop inside and also continue outside and in other areas. Three exterior profiles choices; standard as above, with flybridge, and flybridge plus extended upper deck. The 68 Expedition also features two pilothouse layout choices. As usual important numbers, 71 tons at medium load and eleven thousand liters of fuel show what the 68 Expedition is about, a full displacement long range explorer yacht.   

www.kadeykrogen.com

New Model: Horizon V72

The new Horizon V72 motor yacht embodies the style of things to come: clean, fluid lines that offer unparalleled interior volume and expansive exterior entertaining areas. Interior spaces on the V72 are uninterrupted, with a flush deck salon-to-galley transition, an open main deck level, and streamlined lower deck windows that maximize natural light and enhance exterior styling. With an open deck and aft area and a fore-deck settee, the V series is designed to suit various cruising lifestyles whether it is laid back and relaxed or adventurous and outgoing. Standard accommodation plans offer three double cabins for guest forward this including a large full beam midships owners room, and two crew cabin plus galley aft. Power is twin Cat engines 1150hp.

Technical Data:

LOA - 22.85 m (74.9ft)

Waterline Length - 19.1 m

Beam - 6.25 m

Draft - 1.55 m 

Displacement - 51 t

Fuel Capacity - 5299 l

Water Capacity - 1135 l

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

Engines - 2 x Cat C18 1150hp

Propulsion - line shaft

www.horizonyacht.com

The Union

It was a rumor coming from Cannes and published on an Italian online web portal Themeditelegraph, but the news is that some of the big European builders are making a separate Union. The names mentioned in this new organization are Azimut-Benetti Group, Baglietto, Beneteau Group, and Sunseeker.

The creators of this new association seem to be the two Italian companies, who are trying to gather support. It would be interesting if the landscape of countries changes to that of a continent who defend there high interest of a more production orientated nautical industry. With national agencies such as BYA, or UCINA for example, British and Italian association respectively the interest of the small companies is always a concern. 

Surely this Union if it happens can be extremely beneficial to the large companies who will be in it and gain leverage in the boat shows they attend and the attraction they bring.  But this will leave small and medium sized builders taking the hit, and leaving it with the national market and if that is in crisis, then it is hard times ahead.  
At this stage caution is paramount, but it is interesting to see if this happens and who will be its members if it does. What will be the reaction of the national builders association of the various countries involved.