Considered a production yacht builder Viking takes a semi custom approach to each clients requests in all of the models it produces today from 38 to 93 feet. So here is a story of a client who upgraded from his Viking 48 to a 58. In a factory visit this client saw a molded stair case and inquired whether this is possible to fit in a Viking 58. Viking responded immediately to this customer moving his build from hull number 11 to number 14. This is not the first time Viking does something similar as they did same to a client request on a Viking 50 back in 2012.
January 30, 2020
January 29, 2020
Project: Vanquish VQ68
With its current biggest model being the VQ58 launched in 2019, Vanquish has been presenting project of larger models for quite some years now. Here is another new design that has just been released for the VQ68, a 21 meter plus hard top sport yacht. The Vanquish VQ68 will offer a three double cabins interior with a traditional forward owners cabin layout. There is what looks on plan a well size L-shaped galley in between the forward owners suite, and the two midships guest cabins. The living lounging area is all located under the hard-top. The VQ68 will also offer two tender garages one aft under the central sun-pad, and one at midships in behind the cabin area which will have an opening to starboard side. The Vanquish VQ68 will be standard powered by Volvo 800hp and IPS pod propulsion. Other engine options will be bigger triple Volvo 1000hp and with IPS pod propulsion, and or Man 1600hp with surface drives. Top speed range is 35 knots with the standard option, and 46 knots with the Man surface drives option.
January 28, 2020
Engine: Yanmar 6LF 550hp
At the Dusseldorf boat show 2020 Yanamr introduced two new engine lines one of which is the new 6LF series. The launch of these two line advances Yanmar with six new model offer, extending Yanmar's portfolio of trusted common rail marine diesel engines to encompass an output range from 40 to 640hp. These new additions enable Yanmar to supply compact, high performance solutions for new markets and a wider customer base, the 6LF is offered in 485hp up to 550hp and is ideal for leisure boats as well as light duty commercial applications. The Yanmar 6LF 550hp will offer a maximum output of 3000rpm and features next generation VC20 vessel control system for enhanced on-board comfort and an easier overall boating experience. Global emission-certified the 6LF diesel engine also offer leading fuel economy.
January 27, 2020
Eight Dead in Alabama Covered Dock Fire
Eight people where killed in Monday 27 January morning's boat dock fire in northeastern Alabama, four of which were children ranging in age from 7 to 16, a coroner said Tuesday. The other four who died at Jackson County Park Marina at Guntersville Lake are presumed to be adults, county Coroner John Jordan said. The victims names have not been released, and dental records are being used to identify the remains, he said. The preliminary investigation is focused on "one boat in particular," Scottsboro Fire Chief Gene Necklaus told reporters Tuesday. The boat was being examined off site by state and federal investigators. Identification of remains will depend on the forensic work required, including the use of dental records and possibly even DNA, according to Necklaus. The fire, starting not long after midnight, tore through numerous boats that were docked at the lake. Some of the boats were occupied, and the flames forced several people to jump into the water to escape. Some of the roughly 35 destroyed vessels were houseboats where people lived full-time. Seven people swam to safety or were rescued, and were taken to a hospital for treatment, officials said. Investigators are trying to determine what caused the fire. Paul Smith, director of the Jackson County Emergency Management, said work crews on Tuesday were recovering debris and containing and collecting fuel that spilled. Water samples were being taken. Four boats that drifted away and sank about 250 feet from the dock have to be removed, Smith said. There are simultaneous investigations being conducted by the US Coast Guard and National Transportation Safety Board as well as the State Fire Marshal and federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. Thought officials were "cautiously confident" about the number of fatalities, dive teams remained on site in case other remains were found. Firefighters arrived around 12:40 a.m. local time Monday to a chaotic scene. The fire's location on a covered dock that extended well out into the lake made it difficult for firefighters to access. Authorities said late Monday afternoon that it appears everyone is accounted for, although that will not be finalized until all the boats have been removed from the water and inspected.
Project: Fairline Targa 58 GTB
Fairline present an exciting new sport yacht project with the new Targa 58 GTB. With its extended ‘Beach Club’ platform, this Fairline brings a fresh approach to hard top sport yachts of similar size. GTB for Gran Turismo Beach, as the bathing platform extends, and the folding wings lower on either side to create a spacious, teak covered floating aft deck bathing platform. The Targa 58 GTB though it is not about exterior, with its crafted interior a truly stunning place to be. Contemporary herringbone flooring adds a subtle yet elegant touch, while large expanses of glass provide plenty of natural light to enhance the interior ambiance. The interior of the Fairline Targa 58 GTB will offer a three double cabins layout, with three heads, and full beam midships owners cabin. The Fairline 58 Targa GTB is powered by standard twin Volvo 900hp which allow for a top speed up to 29 knots, with four other engine options up to Man 1300hp will deliver speeds up to 36 knots.
January 25, 2020
Project: Sunseeker 100 Yacht
Sunseeker present the project for a new 100 Yacht. With elegant, powerful lines flowing around sublime architecture, the 100 Yacht presents itself with some special features from the secluded private terrace, sunbathing hideaways, seamless flybridge to foredeck access, beautifully proportioned open-plan interior and generous Beach Club aft. Launching in autumn 2021, the new 100 Yacht is set to surprise and delight at every turn with entertainment space at the fore. Every single element has been carefully considered in meticulous detail, exuding a sophistication and detail only found in custom superyachts. The volume of this new model has been fully maximized to be below the 24 meter load line ruling, keeping this as a CE Category A yacht. The aft tender garage converts into a large and luxurious Beach Club, great for family and friends to socialize close to the water, perhaps utilizing the large built-in BBQ. The Bezenzoni ‘Ladder Gangway’ allows guests to effortlessly access the water sports on offer, after which they will be keen to use the over sized ‘rain shower’ before relaxing on the new transformation chaise lounge sunbeds. Importantly, these innovative X-Tend sunbeds allow for a multiplicity of arrangements in what is likely to be one of the key entertainment spaces on board. The X-Tend sunbeds have been skillfully integrated within the design. The sunbeds can be operated electrically to either raise upwards to face the covered cockpit seating area or alternatively, they can be lowered to face aft at Beach Club level. Perfect for relaxing with family and friends, whatever the time of day. The vast flybridge transitions seamlessly into the fore-deck with uninterrupted walk-around access on both sides. The flybridge, with optional bridge helm station is a fantastic space for entertainment with generous seating, fully-equipped wet bar and space for a spa bath or additional loungers and a new hardtop design, available with optional glazing or sliding panels. Ingeniously, the Raised Pilot House incorporates a glazed rear bulkhead allowing uninterrupted views forward from the flybridge. The foredeck provides yet another social space with two separate seating groups plus an over sized sunpad. Its unique main deck, penthouse style saloon and luxurious staterooms offer a new-found design direction and material selection providing elegant interiors to enchant any owner. The layering of textural elements and the mix of furnishings and fabrics feels timeless with a modern twist that oozes sleek simplicity and sophistication. Floor-to-ceiling glazing floods the considerable saloon with natural daylight, complemented by optional sliding doors to starboard for additional access. A dedicated dining area for eight aides the apartment-style ambience. The large galley forward is concealed behind a glass bulkhead and offers plentiful space and direct side deck access for crew. The forward crew quarters can be accessed through the galley with accommodation for five crew in a three cabin, three en-suite configuration. The stunning feature wall forward of the dining room showcases exposed and seemingly floating stair treads leading to the pilothouse above on the port side and lower deck access to starboard. The unique main deck layout includes a luxurious master stateroom for even greater flexibility and freedom on board. The full-beam stateroom offers same level en-suite access, walk-in wardrobe, office and large lobby entrance. Bathed in natural light courtesy of over-sized glazing, owners can also access a first-in-class foredeck terrace for ultimate privacy and entertainment through a cleverly sculptured, fully-glazed sliding door forward. Her elegant interior has been carefully designed to exude expansive space and light throughout. Below deck, four generous guest cabins each with an en-suite flow from a central landing. The fresh design direction for this new model goes beyond her dramatic new exterior lines. There is flexibility in how the ‘Beach Club’ and tender arrangements can be configured. The tender garage, which can be flooded at the touch of a button, can be furnished with a Williams 460 Sportjet and Seabobs or alternatively, there is ample stowage for a Williams 395 Sportjet with a GTX255 jet ski. The Sunseeker 100 Yacht is to be powered by twin 2640hp MTU which allow for top speeds up to 28 knots.
January 24, 2020
Yacht on Fire at Umm Suqiem Marina Dubai
A sixteen meter motor yacht went ablaze and eventually sank when berthed at Umm Suqiem Marina, Dubai, United Arab Emirates on 08:21 of the morning of Friday 24 January. The yacht was reported unattended when the fire started with the Director of Maritime Rescue at Dubai Police and Dubai Civil Defense responding fast to the blaze. No one was injured in the fire with damage restricted to this yacht, thanks to the quick intervention of the Dubai authorities in moving the vessel and controlling the blaze in just eight minutes. The yacht eventually sank in the southern part of the marina near the Sayorah street bridge. The yacht was eventually boon protected for pollution, and then removed just short of three months later on Saturday eleven April.
This sixteen meter flybridge motor yacht in this fire looks to be of United Arab Emirates origin build, with the forward part looking similar to some of the nineties Gulf Crafts but different in the rest.
New Model: Horizon RP100
Horizon present a brand new RP yacht launched from its shipyard in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. One of Horizon’s most popular series, forty Raised Pilothouse yachts have been built and sold to date. This latest build, an RP100, springs from the RP97 hull platform and has been specified for the Australian market. Sleek in her styling, with an open flybridge and elegantly stepped decks cascading to the bow, the two deck and a half RP100 features a spacious four-stateroom layout. Customized for the Australian market and conforming to down electric standards, the RP100 offers a traditional superyacht configuration, with a spacious main salon opening from the aft deck and leading into the formal dining area with a grand country-kitchen-style galley forward. The raised pilothouse is accompanied by a large built-in settee, while the open flybridge offers U-shaped seating and a dinette, a wet bar and grill, and davit for launching the tender. The four staterooms are positioned on the lower deck, with the full-beam master amidships, a VIP in the bow and two twin cabins to port and starboard. Quarters for up to three crew are situated aft. A rich Wenge wood in a satin finish highlights the interior of the RP100, which is further highlighted by a built-in bar and entertainment cabinet extending along the starboard side in the main salon. A low-slung sofa and comfortable furnishings add to the atmosphere of casual elegance, where the large windows enjoy prominence, and a fold-down television is concealed in the overhead when not in use. Powered by twin Cat engines of 1600hp each, the RP100 achieves a maximum speed of 21 knots at half load and offers a cruising range of 1300 nautical miles at a 10 knot cruise. The new RP100 will make her global debut at the 2020 Sanctuary Cove Boat Show in May.
Technical Data:
LOA - 30.48 m (99.9ft)
Beam - 6.55 m
Draft - 1.79 m
Displacement - 91.8 t
Fuel Capacity - 11300 l
Water Capacity - 1800 l
Accommodation - eight berths in four cabins, three crew in two cabins
Max Persons - 18
Engines - 2 x Cats C32 Acert 1600hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - 21 knots max 10 knots long range cruise
Range - 1300 nautical miles at ten knots
January 23, 2020
Project: Tecnorib Pirelli 42
The 2020 Düsseldorf Boat Show will provide the setting for the world debut of the new Tecnorib Pirelli 42, which was presented as a scale model a few months ago against the exclusive backdrop offered by Portofino. A thirteen meter walkaround rib cruiser designed in partnership with celebrated Swedish firm Mannerfelt Design Team, the Pirelli 42 is a versatile craft created for use as both an everyday chase boat or a mid-range cruiser. Featuring forward and aft sunpads, a day area with an outdoor table, and an under deck with transforming dinette and bathroom, this rib cruiser combines performance, comfort and design. With this new model featuring aggressive lines and fine detailing, TecnoRib signs up not only for a boating season that promises to be packed with success, but also for a range renewal underscored by big spaces and a special focus on design. The Tecnorib Pirelli 42 will be offered with seven engine choices, four petrol gas starting from twin Mercruiser 350hp to Volvo or Mercruiser 430hp, and diesel units starting from twin 320hp up to 400hp. Propulsion in all engines choices will be stern drive.
January 22, 2020
New Model: Comitti Breva 29
During the 2019 year Comitti from the Lake of Como in Italy presented the new Breva 29, a model which offers a homage to legendary runabout boats of the past, yet jumps into the future. The Comitti Breva 29 is runabout day boat with a spacious cockpit deck and a V-shaped double berth cuddy cabin forward. The Comitti is standard powered by a single 240hp petrol gas option, with three other power options available, from a single 170hp diesel engine, up to a 350hp high performance petrol gas.
Technical Data:
LOA - 9.15 m (30ft)
Beam - 2.49 m
Draft - 0.49 m exl drive
Displacement - 2750 kg dry
Fuel Capacity - 280 l
Max Persons - nine
Accommodation - two berths
Engine - 1 x 240hp, optional 260hp, Volvo V8 350hp petrol gas, 1 x Volvo D3 170hp diesel unit
Speed - 49 knots max 32 knots cruise
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