New Model: Henriques 50 Express Hard Top

Henriques has launched the 50 Express Hard Top model, on its fifteen meter length largest to date platform. This new flagship of the Express Models line up has been designed for the true sport fisherman in mind but also includes luxury accommodations, strong construction, space and style. Alike all Henriques models, the 50 Express Hard Top offers a sizable cockpit area in addition to a molded-in transom door, live well, two large refrigerated fish boxes, boarding steps, tackle prep centers, mezzanine seating, and many other luxuries that contribute to the boating experience. The unique helm area is a pod style design offering Air-Condition, heating, L-shaped seating, three helm chairs and plenty of storage cabinets. The hand-laid fiberglass hardtop is fully enclosed including the entire aft bulkhead a feature that will extend the fishing season to cold and rainy days. The first 50 Express Hard Top is powered with twin Caterpillar 1050hp which achieve a top speed of 37 knots. The engine room is extremely easy to access through the cockpit area and a Seakeeper 9 had been added to this boat to make the ride more enjoyable and less rolling. The interior layout of the 50 Express Hard Top is crafted to maximize total space. In the galley, there is plenty of room for a cook to feel comfortable with a stainless steel drawer-style refrigerator freezer, stove top, microwave, Corian counter-tops, warm wood teak interior, and ample cabinetry with storage space. The salon offers additional L-shaped seating with a nice size teak table, flat screen TV and custom designed décor. Accommodations include a master stateroom with queen bed and a stateroom with upper and lower bunk. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 15.24 m (50ft)

Beam - 5.02 m

Draft - 1.42 m

Displacement - 22679 kg

Fuel Capacity - 3785 l

Water Capacity - 605 l

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins

Engines - 2 x Cats C18 1050hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 37 knots max

www.henriquesyachts.com

Project: Riviera 395 SUV

During the 2017 Sydney boat show Riviera showcased two new entry level 39 feet projects for a 39 Open Flybridge and a 395 SUV model.  Both models share the same platform of hull and propulsion set up, with the difference that the 395 SUV presented here does not have a flybridge.  These new Riviera's have a lot going for them with a lower deck area offering two cabins sleeping five, a spacious shower head, and a main deck living area which unites with the aft cockpit area.  Power for the Riviera 395 SUV comes from twin Volvo 370hp with IPS pod propulsion.

www.riviera.com.au

ISA Yachts New Web Site

International Shipyards Ancona, better known to the general public as ISA Yachts presents a new version for its World wide web Internet showroom. Founded in 1998 by a group of managers from Ancona, in 2006 it is taken over by Yachting Investors Group, and in 2016 again by the the Neapolitan Palumbo Group.  ISA has been a huge success in the Super Yacht market in recent years, fueled by booming orders in this sector. ISA started building its first super yacht in 2001 which it launches in 2003 and this was a 47.50 meter, and as history say the Adriatic Sea based builder has not looked much back ever since. Since 2001 ISA Yachts had delivered 32 super yachts from 37 up to 66 meters.  The most successful ISA model has been the 120 Sport delivered in eleven units from 2005 till 2017. The success of ISA is not only based on the design but also on flexibility which the yard says is among the best in the Super Yachting World. The new ISA Yachts website is available in English language and takes you around with the following buttons; Welcome, Yachts, Projects, About Us, News, and Contact. As is normal ISA also features its social media pages; Instagram, Facebook, and Linkedin with link buttons located at the bottom of the web page.

www.isayachts.com

Production History; (semi-production only)

470 2003-06 (7)

133 2004-05 (3)

120 Sport 2005-17 (11)

500 2011-12 (3)

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New Model: Baglietto 48m Displacement

Baglietto launches the new 48m Displacement super yacht, named M/Y Andiamo.  Launched at the historical La Spezia based shipyard in Italy, the first hull 48m Displacement left the yard on the last week of July for the first cruise with her happy owner.  This high quality triple deck super yacht is signed by Francesco Paszkowski and features amazing volumes especially in the outdoor areas, in particular on the sun deck where a huge custom made pool is located. Interiors offer a custom designed six cabins layout especially required by the owner.  This Baglietto 48m Displacement is the third delivery for Baglietto in the busy first six months of 2017, and follows the launches of the 46m and MV19.  Baglietto has also just announced the selling of a brand new 54m project for an American owner.  A second 48m Displacement is currently under construction at the Baglietto facility to be delivered in 2018, with a 43m Fast and a 55m Long-Range vessel available in 2019.

Technical Data:

LOA - 47.6 m (1ft)

Beam - 9.50 m

Draft - 2.5 m

Displacement - 430 t half load

Fuel Capacity - 80000 l

Water Capacity - 19000 l

Accommodation - twelve guests in six cabins, nine crew in five cabins

Engines - 2 x 12V4000 M63 2010hp

Propulsion - line shaft 

Speed - 16 knots max 12 knots cruise

Range - 4500 nm at cruise

Hull Shape - full displacement with twin propellers

Project - Francesco Paszkowski interior and exterior

Certification - Lloyds unrestricted navigation, MCA LY3 complaiance

www.baglietto.com

Project: Filippetti Explorer 32m

For 2017 Filippetti has presented a new Explorer line of super yachts which will features three projects of 32, 36 and 40 meters.  So far Filippetti is showing only project details of the entry level Explorer 32m designed by Venetian Yacht Studio.  The Filippetti Explorer 32m features a triple deck design and is to be build of a steel hull and alloy super structure.  Her interior volumes will offer a five guest cabins layout with the owners stateroom on the main deck.  The Filippetti Explorer 32m will also feature latest amenities as a splash pool on the top deck, and an opening bathing stern bathing platform which transforms it to a beach area.  Power for the Filippetti Explorer 32m is from twin 671hp Cat engines which deliver max speeds up to 14 knots and a cruise of nine knots.  This last giving a range of up to five thousand nautical miles. 

www.filippettiyacht.com 

New Model: Cayman S450

Europe is finally getting out of the recession and a few builders are returning back to producing boats.  Cayman Yachts one of the Italian successes in the first decade of the second millennium is one of these, and presents itself with the totally new S450 presented at the Cannes 2017 boat show.  A project of Paulo Prosperi, son of Cayman Yachts founder Luigi, the S450 comes out as a practical fully enclosed all year round use hard top sports cruisers with modern solutions.  A favorite here is the swiveling window of the cockpit which unites the aft and the main deck into one area.  To be fair this is nothing new, since introduced by Ferretti in around the mid eighties, but after all this time still works out a charm in hiding all the doors and uniting interior to exterior areas when on anchor or at the dock.  Down below the Cayman S450 offers two large en-suited cabins; full beam owners at midships and guest to forward, with an L-shaped sofa and galley in between.  Power for the Cayman S450 is twin Volvo 370hp as fitted to hull one, and or an optional for larger 435hp engines.    

Technical Data:

LOA - 14.02 m (45.9ft)

Hull Length - 12.27 m

Beam -  4.02 m

Draft - 1.10 m

Displacement - 14 t half load

Fuel Capacity - 1500 l

Water Capacity - 300 l

Max Persons - 10

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 370hp, D6 435hp

Propulsion - Volvo forward looking dual propeller IPS pod drives
Speed - 32 knots max 25 knots cruise with Volvo 370hp

Project - Paulo Prosperi of Modo Yacht Design

Certification - CE B

www.caymanyachts.it

Project: Hatteras GT59

Hatteras conceives a project for an all-new GT59 with an acute understanding of tournament life in mind, and a launch date for 2018. The design team for this sleek convertible has brought together forty knots of top-end speed, outstanding sea-keeping ability and a top class comfortable ride in its class.  The GT59 comes tournament-ready with integrated rigging and storage bow to stern. It’s also built with a comfortable interior, and a remarkable spacious three stateroom two head arrangement or choice of optional tackle center or third head.  Three different layouts are available for the lower deck, with choices for a third head, or office space, or a tackle room.  Standard power is twin Cats 1600hp engines.

www.hatterasyachts.com

Engine: Yanmar 4LV 195hp

Yanmar introduces the new 4LV series engine, here shown in its 195hp version.  The 4LV will  be offered in a range of five engines with outputs from 150 to 250hp which harness the very latest in electronically managed CR fuel injection technology for the mid-section of Yanmar’s range of clean and efficient diesels.  Yanmar has released three of the anticipated 4LV versions, introducing the 150, 170, and 195hp units in Cannes. The engines have been specifically designed for the rigors of both sailing yachts over 60 ft, power recreational boating such as super yacht tenders and small commercial craft applications.  Demonstrating the Yanmar best-in-class features reflected throughout its new generation of marine diesel engines, the new 4LV range is clean, inter connective, quiet, powerful and fuel efficient. By exceeding the strict EPA Tier 3 and EU RCD Tier 2 emission regulations, the engines feature virtually smoke and odor free operation.  For direct connectivity, the 4LV range has been developed alongside Yanmar’s industry leading electronic control and monitoring systems and connects seamlessly with NMEA or J1939 networking. This ensures support of advancing marine technologies and allows future-proofed integration to any multi-function bridge display.  The engines incorporate the latest technology to enable very low vibration and noise levels for a smooth and quiet running engine. These include a chain rather than belt drive, a counterbalance shaft and refined component design.  Featuring a class-leading power-to-weight ratio, the 4LV delivers a powerful low-end torque performance due to the 2.8 L displacement. This results in a stunning acceleration and set these engines apart from others in their power range.  The digital control systems constantly monitor the engine to maximize performance and minimize fuel consumption, ensuring these are among the most fuel-efficient engines on the market.  Furthermore, the range will be complemented by a choice of Yanmar controls, which include the VC10 electronic control panel, bringing real time diagnostics, and the JC20 joystick system, providing innovative maneuvering solutions.

www.yanmarmarine.com

Project: Hinckley 40 Picnic Boat

Hinckley present a fresh design to its classic Picnic Boat down East lobster range, with a new 40 currently in build.  The 40 Picnic Boat apart being the new flagship of the range brings a fresh perspective on the most successful Hinckley series ever built.  Inside, the 40 Picnic Boat features a completely re-imagined layout featuring seamless flow from transom to helm, plentiful lounging space, a wet bar, and full sun coverage. Below deck, the interior converts from cruising to day boating layout. Jet propulsion provides pinnacle performance in handling, drive quality and go-anywhere, do-anything shallow draft.  The new Picnic Boat 40 sports a new Hinkley TriGuard Epoxy construction which uses Aramid fiber/E-glass for a durable outer skin paired with lightweight carbon fire for the inner skin. Tough and lightweight Corecell foam is used as an inner core for rigidity. The hull is then infused and post-cured with Epoxy resin for lightweight strength and a faster, more fuel efficient ride. 

www.hinckleyyachts.com

Improve-it = Rizzardi 48 In

With this latest launch of the Rizzardi 48 In the Italian yacht builder shows the ability to customize each order to owners requests.  Apart from the particular total black hull and gun grey topside colors, this latest 48 In features a new, currently largest propulsion set up on this model of twin Man 800hp which give max speeds up to 46 knots.  The Rizzardi 48 In is showing more of its high speed vocation and can also feature engines up to twin 1000hp giving speeds in excess of fifty knots. The 48 In is the natural evolution of the 2004 launched 45 Incredible which has been Rizzardi biggest success to date with eighty units delivered in a production run lasting eight years.    

www.rizzardiyachts.com