Joseph Scott Harrell 1928 - 2018

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of Albemarle Boats founder, Joseph Scott Harrell aged ninety on 23 January. Scott was born on January 3, 1928 to the late Bessie Cecelia Leary and Rodney Tuttle Harrell. Raised on rich Rocky Hock dirt and his mom's locally famous southern cooking, Scott and his three siblings enjoyed an idyllic childhood, or so we believe from the indelible tales we never tired of hearing. He grew up in Rocky Hock Baptist Church, and was baptized in the Chowan River. Scott married Beverly Ann Moore and joined Edenton Baptist Church, where he served as a Deacon. In 1951, Scott founded Edenton Tractor and Implement, the beginning of a lifelong love affair with tractors and delighted in mowing and moving dirt until just last year. In the early fifties he began carving out Edenton Marina from a run of Pembroke Creek. In 1978, Scott founded Albemarle Boats, and a legacy of fine offshore fishing boats lives on. Harrell's vision for a high-quality, trailerable, offshore-capable fishing boat was born with the first Albemarle 24 in 1978, which with it's soft, dry ride became an immediate success. The owners of these first boats quickly demanded larger ones, ensuing years saw the introduction of several larger models, and Albermarle expanded over the years up to 41 foot. Scott had a big time growing the Albemarle brand, and thoroughly enjoyed travels and friends made through the Albemarle network. Scott's greatest pleasures were lively gatherings with family and friends, working on his tractor, mastering the art of frying, NASCAR racing, good books, classic country music, and putting up enough Silver Queen corn to carry a half dozen families through winter, earning him a “King Corn” title. He was a keen business man with a quick wit, a load of charm, and an impish sense of humour, loving nothing more than a good practical joke, but also generous and stubborn as a mule, and stood firm and proud of his role as supervisor of most everything. Joseph Scott was preceded in death by his wife, Beverly, and his second wife, Shirley Williams Harrell, whom he married following Beverly’s death, and is survived by his three children: daughters, Ann Harrell Perry and her husband Warner, Elizabeth Harrell Johnstone, and her husband Hall; son, Joseph Scott Harrell, Jr, and his wife Missie, all of Edenton; Grandchildren: Burch Perry and wife Julie, Mary Scott Perry Haigler, and husband Ted, Bess Harrell Little and husband George, Catie Harrell Salyer and husband Stephen, Francie Harrell Winslow and husband Wyatt, Cole Johnstone and wife Ashlea, and Lex Johnstone and wife Michelle; and sixteen great grandchildren: Bryson and Warner Perry, Eloise, Bear and Cecelia Haigler, Ros and Scott Little, Cece and Averett Salyer, Wade, Marjorie, Abigail, Mary Frances, and Drew Winslow, Bennett Johnstone, and Addison Johnstone; three siblings: sister, Marion Cross Goodman and brothers, Rodney Tuttle Harrell and Robert Shirley Harrell, all of Edenton; and a host of nieces and nephews. Additionally, he is survived by his wife Shirley's children: Howard Glasgow and wife Eileen, Del Bilagody and husband Jim, and Mark Glasgow.

Project: Uniesse 50 Exuma

The relaunch at Uniesse continues and here the Italian build American owned builder presents its second  new project, which is a re-edition for one of its most popular models from the end nineties up until 2010.  The 50 Exuma is in-fact a new model based for most of its parts on the successful and widely admired 48 Open model which gave Uniesse so much success in its production period. The 50 Exuma will sport a new hard top, new side window serving the whole cabin area, and an IPS pod propulsion. The Uniesse 50 Exuma will feature an interior with two cabins, two heads, a galley and an L-shaped dinette.  It is interesting to note that although the 50 Exuma will be powered by IPS pod drives the engines will still be located centrally in order to offer the correct center of gravity.

www.uniesse.com

New Model: Huckins 44 Sportfisherman

The new Huckins 44 Sportfisherman dovetails classic styling with the most modern materials and technology. Here, we’ve drawn upon 75 plus years of custom yacht-building experience to achieve superior style and comfort without compromising the serious amenities that blue-water fishing requires.  Huckin has this style available in lengths from 44 to 90 feet, the 44 Sportfisherman features a sleek, low-profile flybridge under a half-tower, with panoramic views from the helm maximizing the captain’s ability to spot birds, bait and weed-lines. Like all Huckins custom yachts, the Sportfisherman is underpinned with the Quadraconic hull renowned for its ability to overcome rough seas, and high fuel prices while delivering outstanding performance and a smooth, dry ride.

Technical Data:

LOA - 13.66 m (44.9ft)

Beam - 4.19 m

Draft - 0.91 m with propeller version

Displacement - 10432 kg

Fuel Capacity - 1570 l

Water Capacity - 478 l

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins

Engines - 2 x 380hp

Propulsion - line shaft, jet drives, or pod drives

Speed - 30 knots max with standard engines

www.huckinsyacht.com

Project: Wim Van Der Valk 660 Beachclub Flybridge

Wim Van der Valk Shipyard in the Netherlands has started construction on a new 660 Beachclub Flybridge model.  A 20.50 meter motor yacht in its revolutionary BeachClub range, this new model is all about an ingenious engine room layout, which give this superb series the unnecessary conflict between indoor and outdoor space which has traditionally been the hallmark of yachts in this size range. The first Van der Valk 600 Beachclub, model will already be delivered in Spring 2018.  The new BeachClub line is a fine illustration of the intrepid spirit and dedication to excellence that have propelled the yard to the position it occupies today. A labour by Wim Van der Valk and its partners, the series ranges from nineteen to thirty meters incorporates interior and exterior design by Cor D. Rover and outstanding naval architecture by Ginton Naval Architects.  The secret to the success of the Wim Van Der Valk Beachclub for which a patent is now pending, is in the clever location of the engine room. By using the integrated Volvo Penta IPS propulsion system, the engine room is literally placed within the swimming platform, creating a tremendous amount of uninterrupted space on the lower deck.  The outdoor areas on the BeachClub 660 Flybridge will consist of three major spaces: a beach deck with sun lounge measuring seventeen squared meters, an aft deck of equal size with possibility for an outside helm, and a huge 25 squared meters fore-deck with a range of layout options. Indoors, the yacht will boast a 21 squared meters main deck salon with wheelhouse and all-round panoramic views, a 27 squared meters lower deck salon with galley and dinette, and a whopping 44 squared meters floor space for the accommodations. In addition to the luxurious owners suite, the BeachClub 660 Flybridge will feature two twin guest cabins and an optional crew cabin. Built entirely in aluminium, a modern, sporty look with a moderate-V hard-chine hull will offer an elegant and graceful profile. Twin Volvo 800hp engines with IPS type pod propulsion it will provide an estimated top speed of 24 knots. To ensure stunning views from as many places as possible on board, the yacht will have oversized glass surfaces and large sliding doors in the two salons and the owners suite. The Wim Van Der Valk 660 Beachclub Flybridge is currently in production on specification, waiting for owner to modify it accordingly.

www.vandervalkshipyard.com

Bayliss New Web Site

Carolina's Bayliss is one of the over a dozen builders building custom sportfish yachts, hailing on the East coast of the United States of America. Now John Bayliss coming from a good run up of orders presents a new virtual showroom, which takes you to his universe of made to measure custom Sportfish Yachts. John founded Bayliss Boatworks in April 2002, at the time coming from a career which started as a mate in 1975 at Hatteras Village, and pinnacles in 1997 when he became captain of Hatteras Yachts demo boat Hatterascal.  Bayliss builds his yachts in cold molding, meaning wood and in this case with the jig construction method covered in the outer and inner skin by resin and glass. This system while time consuming, a construction takes from eighteen to 24 months, has the benefits of both renowned boat building methods and gives the wood flexibility added with the protection of a fiberglass and resin skin. Bayliss debuted when in 2002 he build the CC 30 with twin outboards, his only build under seventeen meters.  Today Bayliss builds about a boat and half a year, and has so far delivered over twenty sportfish yachts from 57 to 90 feet. Bayliss current construction schedule has at the moment five vessels in build from the Gameboat 62 to a 25 meter still in early stages. Bayliss Boatworks new online showroom takes you around with the following buttons: On The Water, In Production, Boatyard, Brokerage, About, Shop, Contact, and Careers.  Bayliss is also on social media with links at the bottom of the page taking you to the Instagram, Facebook, Vimeo, and Twitter pages.  

www.baylissboatworks.com

New Model: Horizon FD87 Skyline

Horizon Yachts is pleased to announce that the new FD87 Skyline a revolutionary enclosed bridge motoryacht based on the FD85 design has just completed her launch testing and has debuted this week at the 2018 Horizon Yachts Open House, in Taiwan.  Horizon FD87 Skyline has been customized to suit her U.S. owners, from the interior layout and design to her numerous exterior entertaining areas. She features Horizon’s advanced hull form design, dubbed the High Performance Piercing Bow HPPB; this hull design allows for excellent sea keeping at both slow and high speeds and, when augmented by her stabilization system, affords a sublimely comfortable cruising experience.  To ensure the performance and safety expected of all Horizon yachts, every build is subjected to a rigorous series of tests at the dry dock and in the test tank prior to sea trials. The leak test ensures the yacht is completely watertight by simulating conditions during a monsoon, using thousands of gallons of water to shower the yacht from various angles for over two hours. While in the dry dock, Horizon’s well-trained technicians will assess every detail of this latest build; these tests include checking all boat systems under both light and full loads as well as running the yacht’s engines, generators, and other mechanical equipment for several days at a time. Professional technicians from various departments will check the yacht’s mechanical, electrical, electronic and hydraulic systems, and the gear loading of the dinghy is tested while in dry dock to ensure stable and smooth operation.  All of these tests are performed in advance of the sea trials that include speed circle turning, emergency stern propulsion, and full-power endurance tests; analysis of on-board frequency and harmonics; and the testing of all major equipment and fire-fighting systems. Horizon believe that a comprehensive testing process for each yacht build is critical to ensure consistency and quality, and are committed to delivering not only a beautiful luxury yacht, but the best cruising experience to every yacht owner.

Technical Data:

LOA - 27.45 m (90.1ft)

Waterline Length - 23.7 m

Beam - 7.07 m

Draft - 1.65 m

Displacement - 95 t

Fuel Capacity - 13170 l

Water Capacity - 1500 l

Max Persons - 14

Accommodation - eight berths in four cabins, three/four crew in two cabins

Engines - 2 x Cats C18 1136hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Project - Cor D.Rover, Horizon Design Team

www.horizonyacht.com

Project: Tankoa S533 Saetta

The Tankoa S533 Saetta is a 53 meter long model, with a maximum beam of just over nine meters that further enriches the Italian yard’s line of planing yachts and also includes the 58 Open launched last year.  Designed by Francesco Paszkowski the S533 Saetta’s streamlined and aggressive lines stand out, characterized by their widespread use of glass surfaces, giving the owner and his guests the possibility to fully live the surrounding environment with nothing that interrupts their direct contact with the sea.  This is also the characterization of the exterior spaces that stand out for their essential and livable characteristics.  The three MTU 2600hp with twin Kamewa water jets give her a top speed of 28 knots and a cruising speed of 24. At cruising speed the Tankoa S533 Saetta’s range is 600 miles; this doubles to 1,200 miles at a cruising speed of 17 knots.

www.tankoa.it

New Model: Beneteau 35 Swift Trawler

After eight years and 411 units sold Beneteau replaces the 34 Swift Trawler with the new 35.  A big challenge awaits the Beneteau 35 Swift Trawler which the new model responds with strong harmonious lines, and quality in the design and fit out choices. Built on a semi-planing hull developed through the expertise of Beneteau Power, the Swift Trawler 35 is powered by a single Cummins 425 hp engine.  The Swift Trawler 35's flybridge has a comfortable living space; C-shaped dinette to port side and helm station to starboard,while the aft area is a free zone idle for sunbathing or stowing soft water sports items.  When used for long cruises the flybridge can also be protected with a bimini.  A spacious interior with ingenious contemporary fittings offers an owners cabin with en-suite shower room forward and a second cabin with bunk berths to port side below deck.  While the main deck with the exception of the helm station is fully dedicated to the living and galley area, with the sofa-lounge in the saloon converting to a comfortable double berth for addition plus two sleeping bed. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 11.29 m (37ft)

Hull Length - 10.81 m

Beam - 4.03 m

Draft - 1.17 m

Displacement - 8252 kg unloaded

Fuel Capacity - 800 l

Water Capacity - 2 x 150 l

Max Persons - eight

Accommodation - four plus two berths in two cabins

Engines - 1 x Cummins 425hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 20 knots

Hull Shape - semi planning

Project - M. Joubert and B. Nivelt, Beneteau Power

Certification - CE B8 / C10 / D12 

www.beneteau.com

Project: Gagliotta 42 Lobster

Having had a good success with the Gagliotta 35 Lobster, the Italian Neapolitan boat builder aims to expand its range of traditional Down East lobster boat inspired cruiser and after the 48 project follow this with that for a 42.  The Gagliotta 42 Lobster presents itself with a single level main deck living area offering a dinette and galley under the hard top, and relaxing seating further aft of the deck.  The lower area is fully reserved for night accommodation with two spacious cabins; an owners double forward and a twin berth cabin to port side, and two shower heads.  Engines are not yet announced but the design book of the Gagliotta 42 Lobster does show it to feature pod drives type propulsion.  

www.gagliotta.com

Andrea Spreafico 1921 - 2018

On 15 January 2018 at 96 years of age Andrea Spreafico left for the better World.  Born on 4th December 1921 in Vimercate in the province of Milan, Andrea Spreafico known to his friends as Gino is said to have made his fortunes in investing in the city of Milan after World War II and owning by the fifties around one thousand apartments in the World Fashion Capital.  He is also known to be the first Italian to buy the first Ferrari car, this passion of sport cars something which he never abandoned.  In the sixties he founds the Cielo Terra Mare CTM luxury good store in Milan, focusing among other things in selling yachts and representing the Versilcraft brand, something which he will do till the nineties.  In the early eighties Andrea invests in the Eastern Ligurian coasts and acquires along with some partners the famous Castles of Sestri Levante luxury hotel which will sole own from 2002.  In 1988 Andrea Spreafico founds the Falcon Yachts; at first the idea is to offer a range of fifteen to 24 meters in size, but in 1992 with the purchase of another shed in Viareggio the brand becomes totally independent moving away over time from the Versilcraft association.  Falcon Yachts will become a success and one of the top sellers in the 24 to 35 meters super yacht segment in the late nineties and the first decades of the new millennium, with the 82, 86 and 100 models all having successful sales.