Two Persons Saved from Sinking Yacht Near Palmarola

Two French nationals were saved when a sixteen meter sport yacht started sinking near the islet of Palmarola and offshore to Gaeta, on the early morning 01:30 time of Saturday sixth July.  The two French nationals aged 47 and 53 years respectively had left Fiumicino in direction to the island of Ischia, when about half way into the one hundred nautical miles trip saw water starting coming into the engine room of the yacht.  Seeing this the two boaters first tried to stop the water ingress and then when finding out that this was not possible released the EPIRB and abandoned the sinking yacht.  The EPIRB message arrived to the Guardia Costiera of Gaeta who immediately dispatched one of its vessels for search and rescue, finding the two boaters about twelve nautical miles offshore to Gaeta onboard a life-raft.  Later the Guardia Costiera also located the semi-sank sport yacht, and then took the two French boaters to Gaeta harbor where they also received a medical check up.

The sport yacht in this sinking is Cantieri Navali dell Mediterraneo Continental 50 Tender, a model which debuted in 2009, based on the standard Continental 50 but featuring a full fore to aft walk around deck, and large forward dinette, with this traded for less spacious lower deck accommodation.  The Continental 50 Tender evolved and was replaced by the 54 model in 2019.  CNM was founded 2003 debuting in 2006 with the Continental 80 model.

Two Injured in Johns Pass Marina Florida Formula Boat Fire

Two men were injured as a ten meter Formula sport cruiser exploded first and then went ablaze in Johns Pass Marina, Treasure Island, Florida on the early afternoon of Friday fifth July.  The 34-foot Formula cruiser went ablaze after fuelling up, with the marina manager reporting it went ablaze as the sport cruisers started its engine, with the stern bursting into flames.  Following the blaze the two men jumped in the water, as marina staff pushed the boat away from the dock as its mooring lines burned away with the fire.  Treasure Island Fire Rescue responded to the fire as the two men suffered first and second-degree burns, but did not go to the hospital.  The cause of the fire is under investigation.

The Formula sport cruiser in this fire is a second generation 34 PC model as produced from 2004 to 2015.  The second generation Formula 34 PC came as a replacement to the first generation series which was produced from 1991 to 2002.

New Launch: Wim Van der Valk 32.00m Hull no. WV0120

Wim Van Der Valk is delighted to announce the successful launch of the 32-metre Raised Pilothouse named m/y Jangada 2. Built for a repeat client of a Wim Van der Valk and a Raised Pilothouse the 24 model, this super yacht is the fifth and at 32 meter the largest to date in the Dutch builder custom aluminium build Raised Pilothouse line.  WV0120 is now being put though her final paces, after which she will head to the Mediterranean for the 2019 summer of cruising along the French Riviera.  The owners of 32M Raised Pilothouse made the most of all their experiences on their first 24.99M Raised Pilothouse to have their new yacht even more customized to their requirements. Working in close partnership with Nick Top and Guido de Groot, they designed some very specific details, ensuring that the VIP suite bathroom on the main deck closes off for use by guests during the day, adding to the crew accommodations and creating an even more spacious galley by optimizing the functional area under the pilothouse.  This kind of smart thinking typifies the genuinely bespoke nature of a yacht that reinforces why our Raised Pilothouse line has been such a hit. And there are many more ways in which Jangada 2 makes a clear statement of her own. She has a minimalist interior style that is based primarily on whitewashed European oak. The flybridge deck has an outdoor dining area, a sunbathing space with plenty of loose sunbeds, an all-aluminium hardtop providing ample shade and a smart wet bar.  The main deck aft is spacious with curved glass sliding doors to the lounge, while a VIP suite forward offers fine views. The full-beam owner’s stateroom is on the lower deck and includes large his and her wardrobes and a dedicated office area. There are three other cabins sleeping seven adults and children, bringing the possible guest total to eleven.  

Technical Data:

LOA - 32 m (104.9ft)

Waterline Length - 26.2 m

Beam - 7.05 m

Draft - 2 m

Displacement - 127 t

Fuel Capacity - 10000 l

Water Capacity - 2500 l

Accommodation - eleven guests in five cabins, six crew in three cabins

Engines - 2 x MTU 12V2000 M96L 1920hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 24 knots max 18 knots cruise

Hull Shape - medium-V with hard chine and bulbous bow

Construction - Aluminium H321 for hull, H111 for super structure

Project - Nick Top and Guido de Groot for exterior, Van Oossanen for hull shape

Certification - RINA Cross of Malta, Mach Y class 

www.vandervalkshipyard.com

Canados on the Rocks in Ponza

A nineteen meter Canados motor yacht ended on the rock in Ponza, in Le Cantine, area of Forma on the North West part of the popular boating island on the morning of five July.  The nineteen meter motor yacht had a wrong manoeuvre being paid dearly, with damage to keel being visible.  Fortunately the guests on board suffered no injuries beside a shock.  The DMD squad of the island did a temporary repair to the motor yacht, to allow towing to a repair yard on the same island.
This Canados is a 58 model, as designed by Spadolini and build to order from 1987 till 91.  The 58 was Canados first fiberglass build motor yacht, with the model evolving into the 60 in 1992 and then as the 18 model with a sloop style stern in 1995.

Project: Nordhavn N41

Nordhavn is pleased to announce its newest passage making cruiser, the N41, destined to become it's  next legendary vessel.  With over seven million nautical miles of documented ocean crossings, Nordhavn has set important long cruising records. Last year Nordhavn retired the venerable 40, it's smallest passage-maker explorer cruiser and a record-setter in her own right. It left a void in the Nordhavn product line that begged for a compact displacement expedition cruiser.  Cue the sleek, modern, seaworthy Nordhavn 41, which challenges the notion of the traditional couple’s cruising vessel. Her profile is deliberately low providing a stable and comfortable ride, and her hull design, having undergone an advanced and rigorous analysis, is CE Certified Category A Ocean for offshore conditions. This means the average cruising duo can take on any itinerary with confidence whether crossing to the South Pacific or exploring around the Pacific Northwest.  Comfort and maneuverability is the name of the game on-board. The Nordhavn 41 is available with a single luxurious owners cabin or with two cabins, second guest cabin located to starboard with two L-shaped berths.  The Nordhavn N41 will be powered by twin Kibota 75hp with line shaft propulsion, while a huge 3400 liters fuel capacity will be make her able to do most ocean crossing.  Debut is scheduled for January 2020 during Dusseldorf boat show.

www.nordhavn.com

Princess Crashes into Kitriani Islet in Sifnos

On Thursday July fourth a freak accident happened in the Islet of Kitriani, south of the island of Sifnos in the Greek Aegean archipelago islands, as a 23 meter Princess sport yacht with seven passengers onboard, including a crew of three, crashed at sustained speeds head on into Kitriani, resulting in incredible bow damage, and hull under water sections being breached, resulting in her taking water.  One of the passengers sustained some head injuries, and along with four other passengers was taken for further check ups to a nearby hospital by a neighbouring yacht. 

The Princess in this collision is first generation V78 as designed by Bernard Olesinski and produced from 2009 till 2012, with the optional sport bridge choice as offered from 2011.  The Princess V78 was replaced by the S72, with a second generation S78 coming in 2017.

New Model: Dale 40 Aft Cabin

Dale presents the new 40 Aft Cabin model, sitting in between its most successful 38 and 45 models.  Indeed the new Dale 40 brings attributes of both these models in a traditional inspired aft cabin cruiser.  The Dale 40 first unit was launched in the Aft Cabin version but an Aft Cockpit version is also in the works.  The interior of the Dale 40 Aft Cabin is available in two options with choice for the forward cabin for in a twin V-berth or island double berth configuation.  The Dale 40 Aft Cabin features a semi displacement hull and can be powered from two 300hp up to twin 600hp with speeds going on from a max of 20 knots up to 29 knots.  

Technical Data:

LOA - 13.48 m (44.2ft) incl bathing platform

Hull Length - 11.9 m

Beam - 4.23 m

Draft - 1.2 m

Displacement - 14 t unloaded

Fuel Capacity - 2300 l

Water Capacity - 450 l

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins

Engines - 2 x 300hp up to 2 x 600hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 29 knots max 25 knots cruise with twin 600hp engines

Hull Shape - semi displacement

Project - TT Boat Designs

www.dalenelson.co.uk

Improve-it = Bertram 35

The Bertram 35 has been a catalyst for the return of possibly the most legendary of all brands.  Designed by fast hull specialist Micheal Peters the Bertram 35 launched in 2016 mirrors in style the legendary Ray Hunt designed 31 of which hundreds of units where delivered and was the boat which started the Deep Vee hull era which still continues today and most of us love.  Now arriving in over twenty units sold in a production which started in 2016, the Bertram 35 shows flexibility with the option of having larger fuel tanks of 1514 liters from the standard 1173.   The Bertram 35 is a modern retro sportfish cruiser at its best and features a forward cabin, dinette and galley on the main deck, and huge aft deck.  The Bertram 35 is powered by Cats 507hp or Yanmar 440hp engines with traditional line shaft propulsion.

www.bertram.com

New Model: Beneteau Swift Trawler 41 Fly

Beneteau launch the new Swift Trawler 41 Fly a generous passage-maker explorer cruiser that renews the spirit and style of the trawler range. A Sedan version with hard and lower draft ideal for Europes inland waterways has also been released, but losing the flybridge and its second Al-fresco entertainment area up top with its second central located helm station, L-shaped dinette, and wet-bar to starboard . Ample living space, comfortable and practical, the new Beneteau Swift Trawler 41 is an innovative twelve meter explorer cruiser offering on-board capacity for up to seven passengers.  Her stylish, modern look reflects the Swift Trawler line renewal, marked by the launch of the Swift Trawler 47. Designed by Andreani the Swift Trawler 41 has a fluid and balanced profile, emphasized by a slender flared out hull. Her wheelhouse offers a strikingly generous glazed space, while the fore deck, with its large sun pad and a high protective pulpit make this long-distance cruiser even more distinctive. Her new hull has also been designed for optimum fuel consumption and efficiency. Brightness, user-friendliness and comfortable living characterize the welcoming yet practical spaces of the Swift Trawler 41. There are lots of innovative solutions making life easy aboard. The aft galley links seamlessly with the cockpit, which has a sliding bench making it easy to get to the swim platform. In the wheelhouse, the pilot site rotates, allowing eight passengers to sit down in the saloon. The lounge space converts to a comfortable double berth sleeping space, surrounded by a curtain for privacy. Below deck, the three cabins on board bring to 7 the number of passengers the boat can accommodate comfortably on this innovative family cruiser.  The Beneteau Swift Trawler 41 is standard powered by twin Volvo 270hp or optional 300hp units.  

Technical Data:

LOA - 13.43 m (44.1ft)

Hull length - 12.5 m

Beam - 4.20 m

Draft - 1.15 m

Displacement - 11040 kg light, 15218 kg loaded

Fuel Capacity - 1170 l

Water Capacity - 400 l

Accommodation - five berths in three cabins plus two extra berths in convertible dinette

Engines - 2 x Volvo D4 270hp, or D4 300hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - ten knots economic cruise,  23 knots max speed

Project - Andreani, Beneteau

Certification - CE B8, C10, D10

www.beneteau.com

New Record for PowerYachtBlog

It was a surprising month June 2019 at PowerYachtBlog slashing all previous views record not by twice or three times but by doing it over five times.  It seems the mighty Google have found we exist finally!  Our previous long standing record was 41855 in August 2010.  For June 2019 we reached 240,000  plus of views.  Impressive numbers, and from here we thank all PowerYachtBlog fans and viewers.

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