June 26, 2022

Saver New Web Site

Saver presents its new World wide web showroom. Saver was founded by Giuseppe Sobrera in 1986 in a town called Gioiosa Marea located on the North of Sicily, close to Messina. The company has in recent years expanded with a new factory in Piraino, a town which borders with Gioiosa Marea. Being a family driven company Saver has up till today focuses in building entry cruisers and runabouts under ten meters in length, with a competitive price value. Saver currently builds a total of nineteen models divided into five ranges; Open, Walk Around, Fisher, Cabin, and Gommoni MG. The smallest Saver is the 520 Open, and MG 520 rib, with the flagship being the 330 Walkaround, and latest new models 660 and 970 Walkround. Saver new website is available English in Italian language and takes you around with the following buttons; News, Company, Models, Retailers, Press Area, and Contacts, and Downloads.  Saver is also on social media with its Facebook and Youtube pages button located at the top right corner and bottom of the entry page.    

June 25, 2022

Project: Amels 80 Limited Edition

Following the success of the 60 meter Limited Edition semi custom series, sold in five units and deliveries now going into 2025 for the next unit, Amels present the project for a new 80 Limited Edition. Designed like the 60 LE by Espen Oino, the 80-metre Limited Edition will be offered in a semi-custom platform. The first hull currently reported being build in speculation is set to be finished in 2025, with the designer complementing nature’s timeless beauty with a big ship super yacht feel featuring six decks, full of features, and an impressive 2,175 Gross Tonnage of volume. The interior of the first Amels 80 comes from Sander Sinot who is offering a neutral material palette, such as natural stained oak and walnut veneers, natural stones and leathers, has been selected to construct the interior. Materials are treated in such a way that the natural characteristics remain as pure as possible.  The layout of the 80 Limited Edition will offer a fourteen guests seven suites layout with crew accommodation for 22 persons.  Performance the Amels 80 Limited Edition will have a semi displacement hull which can reach speeds up to sixteen knots, and cruise at twelve for up to five thousand nautical miles. 

June 24, 2022

New Model: Baglietto DOM 133

Baglietto has launched the first DOM 133, a semi-custom 41-metre aluminum super yacht designed by Stefano Vafiadis. The first Baglietto DOM 133 will be delivered to the Owner, later this summer. Since its very debut, the DOM line immediately met with roaring success: four more hulls are indeed currently under construction at the Carrara shipyard, with deliveries scheduled until 2024. Perfect for trans-oceanic cruising, this 41-metre super yacht stands out for her aluminium hull and limited draught of just over two meters, that make her perfect for navigation even in shallow waters. Her lines are modern and captivating. with the DOM 133 having generous interior volumes and can boast original lifestyle solutions that are unmatched on super yachts of this size. The main deck layout, for instance, has been conceived and designed to ensure a smooth, free flow between interior and exterior areas, while also enhancing a pleasant convivial atmosphere. The main salon, located on this deck, has floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that, once fully open, covert this area into a natural extension of the aft cockpit. Another element deserving mention is the beach club, which has by now become the ‘hallmark’ of all latest-generation vessels of the La Spezia-based boat builder: developing on two levels, it features a magnificent infinity pool with lifting bottom that rises to make the already spacious cockpit even larger. A second pool can be found on the sun deck. Two Caterpillar 1600hp engines allow this yacht to reach an impressive maximum speed of 17 knots.
Technical Data:
LOA - 40.60 m (133ft)
Beam - 8.70 m
Draft - 2.15 m
Displacement - 395 t GT (volume), 
Fuel Capacity - 40,000 l
Water Capacity - 10,000 l
Accommodation - ten guests in five cabins, or twelve guests in six cabins, 8 crew in 4 cabins
Engines - 2 x Cats C32 1600hp, MTU 16v2000 M96L 2600hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - 17 knots max fifteen knots cruise with Cats 1600hp, 21 knots max with MTU 2600hp
Range - 3500 nautical miles at fifteen knots or 4000 nautical miles at ten knots
Hull Shape - semi displacement
Construction - aluminium
Project - Stefano Vafiadis interior and exterior

June 23, 2022

Project: Galeon 440 Fly

Galeon present the project for a new 440 Fly, featuring a sleek exterior which marks another collaboration from the Polish boat builder with British designer Tony Castro Design, who sets out a recognizable line it following the trends set by the fourth generation Galeon yachts. A unique combination of a dynamic silhouette with sporty accents throughout is complimented by the large windows on both decks that liven up the interior. A clear focus was placed upon practicality and versatility and easy access of the exteriors, with the top deck featuring a helm station with a settee to port side for a companion, and the main rest area moved back. The L-shaped sofa wraps around the elongated table and will seat six in comfort, while a wet bar will hold refreshments and help to keep things tidy. The main deck holds two separate leisure areas with the bow easily accessible by the starboard sliding doors next to the helm. Guests can choose to prop-up the foldable bimini and front facing seat for extra protection from the elements. The cockpit allows for boarding from all sides thanks to the full-sized hydraulic stern platform and Beach Mode with semi-glazed panels. Drop down bulwarks to both sides extend the usable space during mooring, with the bathing platform functions as a lift for all your water toys and allows easy access to the stern-facing grill area. Inside, a classic layout can be found with the rest area moved back, divided from the cockpit only by the sliding glass doors. Galley and helm station are moved forward with two or three cabins located on the lower deck. The two cabin option will accommodate four guests in style, as both the mid-ship master and the forward VIP offer significant volume and storage space. For larger parties a choice between two different, three cabin layouts is available with bunk beds or twin cabin setups. Both bathrooms down below are fitted with a head and shower with standing height.  The Galeon 440 Fly is to be powered by twin Volvo 480hp with possibly a propulsion option of shafts and or IPS pod drives.

June 22, 2022

New Model: Bavaria SR36

Bavaria present the new SR36 a modern sport cruiser with an unusually large amount of space on the main deck, and a generous volume below deck. This is made possible by the dynamic hull with its striking lines and a length of over eleven meters. The two large cabins below deck offer maximum comfort for owners and guests, with the light-flooded salon and a bathroom with separate shower round off the well thought-out space concept.  The dimensions also benefit the intelligent deck and cockpit layout, with a galley wet-bar in the cockpit, a large lounge and ample space for sunbathing on the fore and aft decks making life a relaxing experience in both versions. The Bavaria SR 36 is powered by twin 300hp diesel engines, and or petrol gasoline engines by 350hp.  The Bavaria SR36 is available in the Hardtop version as pictured above or the Opentop with a lowered windscreen and more open hard-top. 
Technical Data:
LOA - 12.28 m (40.2ft)*with extended bathing platform
LOA - 11.44 m (37.5ft) standard bathing platform
Hull Length - 10.87 m
Beam - 3.85 m
Draft - 0.71 m hull, 0.97 m drives down
Displacement - 8600 kg
Fuel Capacity - 500 l
Water Capacity - 250 l
Max Persons - 10
Accommodation - five berths in two cabins plus convertible saloon
Engine - 2 x Volvo D4 300hp, Mercruiser 6.2l edc 350hp petrol gas
Propulsion - Volvo DPI dual propeller stern drive
Speed - 35 knots max 25 knots cruiser
Project - Marco Casali Too Design
Certification - CE B8 / C10

June 21, 2022

Project: Princess S72

Princess present the S72 project becoming the latest addition to the Plymouth boat builder renowned S Class sport bridge yachts family. Designed by the Princess Design Studio in collaboration with naval architects Olesinski and Italian design house Pininfarina for exterior styling, the S72's sweeping profile features sleek lines and beautiful full-length hull windows. Equipped with twin Man 1650 standard or optional 1800 horsepower the S72 is estimated to have speeds up to 36 knots with the optional engine configuration.  The S72 will have a main deck with astern galley, while the lower deck is a four double cabins layout featuring a separate entrance midships owners stateroom.  A crew cabin sleeping two persons is located aft to starboard.  The Princess Y72 seems also to up the options in the wood finishing choice to the customer, with four wood options; three types of oak and walnut being available.

June 20, 2022

New Model: Fabbrica Italiana Motorscafi 340 Regina

Fabbrica Italiana Motoscafi also known as FIM appears on the scene with its first model the 340 Regina.  Designed by Ferragni for all inside, outide and naval architecture, the 340 Regina presents itself as a modern sport cruiser with plenty of external spaces and and a lower deck accommodation sleeping four, in a two plus two configuration; twin berths at midships and a convertible double U-shaped berth forward.  An interesting design aspect for the FIM 340 Regina is the modular cockpit and its center console helm station.  The Fabbrica Italiana Motoscafi 340 Regina is available in both outboard or inboard sterndrive power propulsion combination. 
Technical Data:
LOA - 10.4 m (34.1ft)
Hull Length - 9.98 m
Beam - 2.99 m
Draf - 0.57 m ex drives 
Displacement - 5450 kg empty
Fuel Capacity - 2 x 275 l
Water Capacity - 130 l
Max Persons - twelve
Accommodation - 2 plus 2 berths
Engines - 2 x Volvo V6 250hp, V8 300hp, 350hp, diesel D3 220hp, outboard Yamaha Sbw 250hp, 300hp
Propulsion - Volvo dual propeller DPS stern drive, or Yamaha outboards
Project - Ferragni exterior and interior and naval architecture
Certification - CE B 

June 19, 2022

Two People Saved from Boat Fire in Portsmouth Harbor

Two people where rescued after an eleven meter traditional cruiser burst into flames near Portsmouth Harbor on 15:22 hours of Sunday nineteen June.  Gosport Lifeboat arrived six minutes later on the scene finding the two crew with life jacket's on, standing on the boats edge.  After rescuing the crew, the lifeboat towed the boat, with the duty fire tug SD Independent also arriving on the scene, with the boat sinking before arriving to its planned destination of shallow water.  Following the sinking a clean up to retrieve about 1800 liters of fuel and debris from the boat was started.
The boat in this fire is an Aquastar Oceanranger 38 Aft Cabin.  The Aquastar Oceanranger 38 Aft Cabin was introduced in 1984, following customers requests for more accommodation to the 38 Aft Cockpit which debuted in 1978, the model subsequently evolved into the Ocean Star 118 in 1995, with a soft super structure re-design.

Two Injured as Wellcraft Hits Tecumseh Breakwater

A ten meters Wellcraft sport cruiser with eight persons onboard ended colliding and aground on the Tecumseh break wall, 1400 Block, Riverside Drive, Ontario, Canada at about 23:45 of Saturday eighteen June.  Officers from  EMS and Tecumseh fire where dispatched to the scene as two people had minor injuries and had to be assisted and taken to a hospital.  The helmsman a 51 year man from Detroit, Michigan was taken into custody and charged with helming under the influence after being found with high alcohol count.  The helmsman was later released and scheduled to appear in a Windsor court at a later date, while the people on board the Wellcraft were then turned over to the Canada Border Services Agency.   According to the locals it was quite a feat for the sport cruiser to end so much inside the break wall as there is a few meters of shallow water to make before ending in this position.  The Wellcraft sport cruiser was removed and refloated on the night of Wednesday 22 June with an investigation on the case of this collision and grounding is ongoing.
The Wellcraft in this break wall collision is a 3200 St. Tropez model as produced from 1985 to 93 in 1700 units, making it the best selling sport cruiser ever of the 1955 founded company.  The 3200 St.Tropez replaced the 3100 Express Cruiser and was replaced by the 3200 Martinique.

Explorer Motor Yacht Burns Down in Maine

A 21 meter explorer yacht named m/y Elusive went on fire and eventually sank on 1600 hours of Saturday 18 June, near Kittery in Maine.  Elusive had three passengers and two dogs onboard, who as soon as they saw the fire jumped in the water for safety and where picked unharmed by nearby boats.  Meanwhile New Hampshire state police called the coast guard, four fire department, and Kittery's harbor master for assistance, to no success as the yacht burned to the waterline, and two hours later sank.  The three persons onboard lost all there belongings as Elusive was a live aboard yacht. 
M/y Elusive is a 2007 Marlow Explorer 70E as produced from 2002, part of the 65-70 series and different from the smaller 65 in the sloop stern.  The Marlow Explorer 70E evolved into the 70E Mk.II in 2018.