Botnia Targa New Web Site

Botnia Targa from Finland presents its new World wide web showroom.  Botnia Targa was founded 1976 by Johan and Britt-Marie Carpelan with boat production starting in 1977 with an employment of ten persons, and the Malax production site in South Vasa.  Production site will expand twice over the years with Botnia purchasing the Sunwind 4000 sqm yard in Nykarleby in 1997 and a facility expansion happening again in 2006.  Botnia employments have also risen over time reaching the one hundred mark in 2000, and two hundred plus in 2007. The first boat models that Botnia builds are an H-series sail boat and the 23 launch type, both stating production in 1977.  The 23 will eventually sell 650 units in a fourteen years production run lasting till 1991, this beaten by the H-boat in 2003 when it builds the 1000 hull, and stopping at number 1005 of the same year. In 1984 Botnia does a big break through for its future when buying production rights of the Targa series and 25 model.  The second Targa model will come five years later with the 29  presented in 1989.  The Botnia Targa will continue to expand ever since with new models launching each other year and producing the 1000 Targa model in 2003.  During the nineties period Botnia Targa also wins important contracts over Europe and beyond; 1996 it supplies Police boats to both Norway and Finnish authorities, 1997 the London Metropolitan police and taxi sight seeing boats in Greenland.  Botnia Targa has also won numerous prices over the years; 1999 Targa 30 model wins Motorboat of the Show at the Helsinki boat show, 2003 Targa 27.1 wins Motorboat of the Show at the Stockholm Scandinavian boat show, 2005 Targa 42 Motorboat of the Show, 2007 Targa 31 Motorboat of the Year by Motorboat and Yachting and Motorboat Monthly in the Wheelhouse and Walkaround class, with the Targa 44 and Targa 32 again winning the same award in 2009 and 2012 respectively.  Today Botnia Targa offers a range of eight models which start with the 23.1 and go up to the 44 flagship model.  Botnia newest model is the 30.1 launched in the second half of 2016.  Botnia Targa new website takes you around with the following buttons; Boats, The Pioneer, Boatshows, News, Store, and Contact.  

www.targa.fi

Production History;

23 1977-91 (650)

Targa 25 1984-93

Targa 29 1989-96

Targa 27 1991-2002 (200+-)

Targa 23 1992-2006

Targa 25 Mk.II 1994-2004

Targa 33 1995-98

Targa 30/31 1997/2000-01  

Targa 37 1998-

Targa 35 1999-

Targa 31 Mk.II 2002-10

Targa 27.1 2003-17 (400+-)

Targa 25.1 2005-

Targa 42 2005-12

Targa 23.1 2007-

Targa 44 2007-

Targa 32 2011-

Targa 30.1 2016-

Targa 46 2017-

Targa 27.2 2018-

Targa 41 2024-

Project: Sirena 85

Sirena present the project for an 85 model, what is an anticipated and future flagship of the new Turkish boat builder range which has in its first year already launched the 56 and 64 models.  The Sirena 85 project connects a family feeling with the smaller 56 and 64 models being designed for the exterior by German Frers.  While for the interior design duties have changed to dutch architect Cor D.Rover, taking over from Spadolini who designed the 56 and 64 layouts.  For the exterior German Frers went for a streamlined two and half deck raised pilot house modern design, with a semi wide body fore-ship.  In the interior Cor D.Rover offers two different layouts with five or four cabins and both having the owner stateroom forward of the main deck.  Worth a note here is the connection the owners cabin will have to the upper part of fore deck and a private access to the Jacuzzi located in this area.  The Sirena 85 has a projected top speed of 26 knots, and at a cruising speed of ten knots should cover an estimated range of two thousand nautical miles.

www.sirenayachts.com

New Model: Grand Banks 60

The new Grand Banks 60 features a beautiful design with an innovative hull shape that puts one of the best in class rides available at this size on the water today. This completely new yacht pays homage to classic Grand Banks styling, with a special renewed focus on performance and fuel consumption, wide-open entertaining areas, and supremely comfortable furnishings. The 60 is Grand Banks first foray into a new standard of fully infused carbon fiber construction, resulting in a low center of gravity, inherent form stability at all speeds, and multiple advantages in strength, rigidity, weight and performance.  The Grand Banks 60 can reach speeds up to 36 knots, has a range of over two thousand nautical miles at nine knots, and uses an unbelievably efficient fuel consumption at twenty knots. With the new 60 Grand Banks has created a stable innovative mono-hull platform, which performs confidently in even the roughest seas, has speed, and long range.  The Grand Banks 60 also offers options to the discerning buyer for the main deck with four layout versions available with the most distinctive choice here being that for an astern or central galley arrangement. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 20.38 m (66.9ft)

Hull Length - 19.8 m

Beam - 5.85 m

Draft - 1.4 m with shafts, 1.2 m with IPS

Displacement - 29000 kg dry

Fuel Capacity - 5800 l

Water Capacity - 1100 l

Accommodation - six berths in three cabins, one crew cabin

Engines - 2 x Volvo D11 725hp

Propulsion - line shaft, or Volvo forward looking IPS pod drives

Speed - 27 knots max 24 knots cruise

Construction - resin infused carbon fibre

www.grandbanks.com

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Propulsion: Volvo IPS30

Volvo Penta has augmented its Inboard Performance System IPS pod design, to match the class-leading performance of its latest and most powerful diesel engine the new D13-1000.  The remodeled IPS pod drive by Volvo Penta named IPS30 sees new and upgraded features to complement the company’s latest 13-liter 1000hp engine, to provide world-class performance. The redesigned pod is part of the company’s exciting breakthrough into a higher power category for its marine leisure segment, enabling yachts of up to 120ft to benefit from its excellent capabilities. The IPS30 pod has been updated to ensure it is a perfect match for the new design of the D13 engine. Overall, these enhancements make the pod cleaner, tougher, able to handle a wide speed range, while retaining the compact dimensions of existing IPS drives.  The IPS30 pod and its co-ordination with the 13-liter engine sees the production of the D13-IPS1350 integrated package; the 1350 refers to the equivalent amount of horsepower produced from the unit, when compared to a traditional inboard shaft engine installation. The package is a complete system from helm to prop, with a technologically advanced design that has twin counter-rotating forward-facing propellers that sit below the hull for enhanced grip. The unique design, with individually steerable pods that are linked to the on-board Joystick Docking function, creates precision maneuverability.  The IPS package provides up to 30 per cent lower fuel consumption compared to inboard shaft installations up to 15 per cent faster acceleration and 20 per cent higher top speed; noise and vibration levels are reduced by up to 50 per cent. An IPS package can be installed in twin, triple or quadruple configuration, and of the latter, the power produced is equivalent to 5400hp. 

www.volvopenta.com

Project: Terranova T74

Terranova Italian Yachts looks to the future with a postive attitude, and just one year later to the presentation of the T115 presents two new projects.  Here at PowerYacht we are presenting the smallest of these new projects the T74.  Not much details have been given yet of this new Terranova with the exception of the rendering above.  The T74 will feature a semi displacement round chine with keel hull, and is to be powered by reliable traditional line shaft propulsion.  Unlike the bigger T85 and 115 models the T74 will be a single deck plus flybridge explorer yacht, with a classic traditional line with a hint of modern times given by the sloop stern with extended bathing platform.

www.terranovaitalianyachts.com

New Model: Grandezza 34 OC

Grandezza presents the new 34 OC a new sport cruiser based on the platform of the 2012 launched 33 OC.  The 34 OC replaces the 33 what was a popular model to the Finnish boat builder in a production run lasting four years. The visible changes in the new Grandezza 34 OC versus the 33 are the fixed sunbed in rear, a larger more generous swim platform, larger hull window and portholes with opening sections, and new interior colors.  In general Grandezza says that the 34 OC has been designed to improve and perfect a previous success.

Technical Data:

LOA - 10.03 m (32.9ft)

Beam - 3.23 m

Draft - 1.2 m

Displacement - 4800 kg dry

Fuel Capacity - 490 l

Water Capacity - 120 l

Max Persons - 8

Accommodation - four berths 

Engines - 1 x Volvo D6 370hp, 2 x Volvo D3 170hp

Propulsion - single or twin dual propeller stern drive

Speed -  35 knots max, 28 knots cruse

Construction - sandwich build with Divinycell core

Certification - CE B

www.grandezza.fi

Project: Hunt 54 Ocean Series

Hunt is presenting a project for a new 54 model in what is calling now its Ocean series range of yachts above fifteen meters.  The Hunt 54 Ocean Series is a replacement to the success that was the  2009 launched 52 model, and like the previous two feet smaller sister will be build in Taiwan.  The Hunt 54 will have a planning Vee hull solely dedicated to Volvo IPS pods propulsion.

www.huntyachts.com

New Model: Solemar 35 Steel

Solemar continues to present rib cruisers with generous accommodation and the safety of the rib.  This new Solemar 35 Steel is the next chapter in what the rib calls the Oceanic line of cabin ribs which starts from 26 and go up to 44 feet.  This new Solemar 35 Steel distinguishes itself for a manual operated opening hardtop suited for hot climates thanks also to the not closed sides.  The main deck plan of the 33 Steel offers an L-shaped dinette, lounger to port side and helm station with wet bar behind it to starboard.  The interior accommodation two double, a shower head, and a convertible dinette.  Power for the Solemar 35 Steel is from twin Volvo 300hp diesel with stern drive propulsion which give a top speed of 38 knots.

Technical Data:

LOA - 11.4 m (37.4ft)

Hull Length - 9.9 m

Beam - 3.75 m (3 m without tubes)

Displacement - 5800 kg dry and unloaded 

Fuel Capacity - 2 x 290 l

Water Capacity - 240 l

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins plus two berths

Max Persons - 14

Engines - 2 x Volvo D4 300hp (max up to 700hp possible)

Propulsion - Volvo duo prop stern drives

Speed - 38 knots max 30 knots cruise with Volvo 300hp

Certification - CE B

www.solemaritalia.it

Project: Raffaelli 159 Babylon

Following the launch of the new 50 Compass Rose Evo in Summer 2017, Raffaelli continues to look forward and presents the project for a new 159 Babylon.  A project by long time Raffaelli collaborating designer Antonello Lucio Pontevolpe and his Classtudio Yacht Design firm, the 159 Babylon sees Raffaelli interest in entering the explorer yacht segment with what should be called the new Criador Line.  Giampiero Raffaelli boss of the company which gives his name to the boat building firm has given some information of this project. Interior accommodation will be of four double cabins all with private shower heads.  Fourth crew cabin is to be located at midships in between the owners cabin and the aft engine room. Power options are for engines from 400 to 550hp with line shaft or IPS pod propulsion.  For the 159 Babylon Raffaelli choice a semi displacement hull shape with a central protecting keel.  

www.raffaelliyacht.com

New Model: Steeler NG 52 S Offshore

Steeler launches the new NG 52 S Offshore, an aluminum build down East lobster boat inspired traditional cruiser. The Steeler NG 52 S Offshore is thoughtfully designed for both inland river and open sea use.  Even tough it is a model of the Offshore line, Steeler was also thinking for its traditional core inland river market when it designed the NG 52 S, see keel extension to protect propellers, and a low vertical clearance of just 3.15 meters.  The Steeler NG 52 S Offshore offers an interior with two double cabins; forward large owners suite, twin double berth at midships, a guest shower head, galley below with a six person dinette opposite.  An L-shaped relaxing sofa is on the main deck behind the pilot station, while the aft deck offers another exterior J-shape dinette.  Standard power of the Steeler NG 52 S Offshore is from twin Cummins 480hp with line shaft propulsion, but Zeus and IPS pod drives engine options are also available.   

Technical Data:

LOA - 15.7 m (51.5ft)

Waterline Length - 14.9 m

Beam - 4.7 m

Draft - 1.2 m

Fuel Capacity - 2500 l

Water Capacity - 750 l

Accommodaiton - four berths in two cabins

Engines - 2 x Cummins QSB6.7 480hp

Propulsion - line shaft, or ZF Zeus aft looking dual prop pod drives, or IPS forward looking dual prop pod drives

Construction - aluminium

Certification - CE A

www.steeleryachts.com