Project: Majesty 160

Majesty present the project for the 160 designed by Italian designer Cristiano Gatto with naval architecture by Dutch Van Oosennen. The Majesty 160 will redefine the segment through its opulent and contemporary interiors, catering to the needs and requirements of customers through its exceptional design, architecture, and state-of-the-art engineering and technological features. Her opulent exteriors feature an incredibly expansive sun deck, infinity pool, a hybrid beach club, fold-down balconies, and a swim platform providing guests unprecedented ease of access to the water. Her smart layout can accommodate up to twelve guests across its seven lavish staterooms, and can also host a crew of up to nine members with five large crew cabins and private captain’s accommodation.  Majesty 160 is currently the largest offer in the Gulf Craft Dubai yacht builder offer, though she is not the largest build to date coming second to the highly publicized 175 it launched in 2021.  The 160 replaces the two units made 155 Majesty delivered in 2015 and 17.

www.majesty-yachts.com

Juan Sastre Bernat 1937 - 2022

On Thursday 17th November 2022, Mr. Juan Sastre Bernat, founder of Menorquin Yachts and a reference in the nautical world for Menorca and the Spanish yacht building community, passed away. Coming from an auto dealership empire which he founded with his brother Jose in 1960, and at some point distributing six marques, Juan Sastre Bernat founded Astilleros Menorca and created his first range of cruisers inspired to the traditional llaüt of the island of Menorca. In 1997 Juan rebrands Astilleros Mernoca to Menorquin Yachts, a proposal that made its mark in an already consolidated market. Thanks to its success, the shipyard began its expansion in the nautical sector, becoming a competitor of major brands in the world market.  The Sastre family will sell Menorquin in 2006 to a private investment firm, with son Jose Luise founding Sasga Yachts in 2010.  Juan Sastre not only founded Menorquin Yachts, he was also a visionary who brought the traditional Menorcan fishing llaüt to the forefront and to the World nautical market. This new approach to the traditional boat, together with his sacrifice, dedication and brilliant entrepreneurship, have led to his boats being recognised in international markets, today with the Sasga Yachts brand name.  Juan Sastre Bernat was married Teresa Gardés Pons and they had three children: Basilio, José Luis and Juan Francisco.

Super Yacht Beaches in Doha Qatar

A 33 meter super yacht, titled m/y Lusail Queen ran aground on a sandy reef in Doha Qatar on the afternoon of Friday November eighteen.  The causes of the incident are not reported, but the yacht does look to have its anchor down, so it might be the yacht drifted while anchored.  Videos on social media show several persons onboard Lusail Queen working to mitigate the damage and organize a safe removal from the sandbar. 

M/y Lusail Queen previously named Rayyan 1 is a 2013 Gulf Craft Majesty 105, designed inhouse and produced from 2012 till 2017 in nine units.  The Majesty 105 was replaced by the 100 model in 2018.  Lusail Queen was last sold this 2022 year.

New Model: Lynx Crossover 27

The Dutch shipyard, Lynx Yachts, has rounded off the first quarter of 2022 with a major announcement: the launch of its first 27.4-metre Crossover 27 superyacht, titled m/y Avontuur.  The first Lynx Crossover 27 hit the water on eighteen March, with this first unit of the series boasting numerous custom features in order to meet her American owner’s requirements. Crossover 27 design and layout maximises tender and toy storage to suit the needs of her outdoorsy and sporty owner, whilst still retaining her stylish superyacht appearance.  The super yachts initial layout from Lynx included four staterooms, comprising an owner’s cabin, a VIP cabin, and two twin cabins with the crew quarters located aft of the engine room. However, the owner of this first Crossover  27 opted to change this into three guest cabins and modified the crew quarters integrating into the guest space.  With the concept design and engineering taken care of in house, the vessel features exterior design from the drawing boards of the Dutch studio Bernd Weel, interiors by the French designer Franck Darnet and naval architecture by the Alkmaar-based studio Diana. Standout features on board the Crossover 27 include her large light-filled main deck saloon, a seventy-square-metre main deck which transforms easily into a spacious entertainment area once the toys launched.  The sundeck is equipped with a crane, and will house two Yamaha Wave-runners and two stand-up jet-skis. The lazaretto toy storage provides ample space for water sports equipment such as stand-up paddleboards, surfboards, canoes, scuba diving equipment and much more.  The Lynx Crossover 27 is powered by twin Cat 850hp engines reaching a maximum speed of fourteen knots, a cruise of twelve which an an impressive range of 1,800 nautical miles. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 27.40 m (89.9ft)

Waterline Length - 26.2 m

Beam - 7.10 m

Draft - 1.80 m full load

Displacement - 120 t full load, 140 GT *volume

Fuel Capacity - 15,300 l

Water Capacity - 2600 l

Accommodation - six berths in three cabins, or eight berths in four cabins, 4 crew in 2 cabins

Engines - 2 x Cats C12.9 850hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - fourteen knots max twelve knots cruise, ten knots long range

Range - 1800 nm at twelve knots, 3000 nm at ten knots

Construction - steel hull aluminium super structure

Project - Bernd Weel exterior, Frank Darnet interior, Diana naval architect

Certification - RINA pleasure Yacht Class C Mach Y hull unrestricted navigation

www.lynxyachts.com

Bavaria Cruiser Explodes in Malta Marina

A nine meter sport cruiser exploded while in its berth at the Malta Creek Marina in Ta Xbiex, on Thursday November seventeen at about 17:00 hours local time.  The nine meter sport cruiser was reported exploding during ignition of its petrol gas engines.  The quick intervention of the Creek Marina crew quickly controlled the fire generated from the explosion, with no injuries being reported, and zero damage to nearby boats. The Marina crew where later assisted by Malta's fire fighting crew with two fire engines, and an ambulance.

The sport cruiser in this small explosion is a Bavaria 29 Sport as produced by the German boat builder from 2003 up to 2007.  The Bavaria 29 Sport was replaced by the 30 Sport with the new model extended in length and offering an aft deck with a mini sun-pad.

Project: Whitehaven 6100SY

Whitehaven range of signature sports yacht, presented its Sport Yacht range over a decade ago, and today the SY range is evolving again with the 6100SY project. The 6100 SY is the genesis of the Whitehaven range and this evolution is sure to surprise and delight. The first thing you will notice is the changes to the cockpit. A much-loved feature of the Whitehaven design, the cockpit on the 6100SY has seen serious upgrades to the seating which now is aft facing and converts into a day bed for additional flexibility in the space. The BBQ is now joined by an external galley station and overlooks the swim platform where you will find additional seating. In the interior, the galley is now full beam to easily service both the internal and external dining and lounge spaces. Larger architectural windows not only flood the interior with natural light yet also offer exceptional visibility from the helm. This 6100SY also sports the new fore deck seating arrangement, provided with sunbeds and seating, it is another space for family and friends to come together. Below deck there are three accommodation suites. The full beam owner’s cabin sits midships with a private ensuite. The guest suite is in the forepeak also with an ensuite and accessible as a day head from the main companion way. The final guest suite on the portside has twin beds and plenty of storage. Like all the Whitehaven the 6100SY is customisable to the individual specifications of the buyer and there is the option for the Euro edition upgrades. The Whitehaave 6100SY is to be powered by twin Volvo 1000hp with line shaft propulsion.

www.whitehavenmotoryachts.com.au

New Model: Fabbrica Italiana Motoscafi 470 Regina

Fabbrica Italiana Motosafi has launched its new 470 Regina at the end of Summer, presenting subsequently the product at the Cannes and Genova 2022 boat shows, which awarded the model as Best Revelation 2022, and four more orders.  Following on the foot steps of the 340 Regina, the 470 comes also from a design of Ferragni, and like the smaller sister is a mix of walk around features mixed to those of a cabin cruiser.  For this reason she is a bit unique in the market, but the 470 Regina does not stop there with modular layouts to both its aft and fore decks.  For example the foredeck of the 470 Regina transforms in three uses; sun-pad, two chaise lounge, and can also come with a small spa pool in between.  Below the Fabbrica Italiana Motoscafi 470 Regina shows again its flexible nature being available in two or three cabin versions, with both layouts offering a large full beam midships owners cabin.  The 470 Regina is powered by twin Volvo 480hp as standard or optional 600hp engines with IPS pod propulsion, with an outboard option of triple or quadruple Yamaha 425hp.  Hull one was powered by twin Volvo 600hp IPS combo reaching top speeds up to 39 knots.   

Technical Data:

LOA - 15.10 m (49.5ft)

Hull Length - 14 m

Beam - 4.40 m

Draft - 1.10 m

Displacement - 17,000 kg

Fuel Capacity - 2 x 770 l

Water Capacity - 330 l

Max Persons - sixteen

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins, or six berths in three cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 480hp, D8 600hp, outboard petrol gas 3 or 4 x Yamaha 425hp

Propulsion - Volvo forward looking IPS pod drives, or Yamaha outboards

Speed - 39 knots max

Project - Ferragni

Certification - CE B

www.fimotoscafi.com

Project: Estensi Targa 38 GT

Estensi present the project for the Targa 38 GT.  Designed as all Estensi by Zuccheri, the 38 GT launches the new Targa line which replaces the previous America range as the sports open line from the Italian boat builder, with the Targa offering classic traditional lines mixed with a modern super structure.  Unlike the America the first Targa takes the hull and similar lines from the down East inspired Goldstar range with the difference, at least for this first 38 GT of a Mediterrean central sun-pad open cockpit deck layout. It will be interesting if Estensi will follow this pattern with the other Goldstar models, which would see it in little time if the Italian builder wants with four additional models, considering that the tooling is nearly the same with the exception of the hard top section.  Down below the Estensi Targa 38 GT offers two layouts, that for two cabins, or an open plan layout with a large cabin and an L-shaped lounger.  The Estensi Targa 38 GT is powered by twin shaft line engines from 280 up to 400hp.  

www.cantieriestensi.it

New Model: Riva 76 Bahamas Super

Launched in 2016 the Riva 76 Bahamas was an immediate success, based on the 76 Perseo hull and following the principle of the invisible C-hard-top as Riva presented a year before on the 88 Florida.  For the fall 2022 and model year 2023 onwards Riva refreshes the model to the 76 Bahamas Super.  The most visible and recognizable change is the larger hull side windows, while another one is the separate bulwark which is now also fatter.  Inside the Riva 76 Bahamas Super has also minor changes all revolving around the three guest bathrooms which have a changed layout. The Riva 76 Bahamas Super is powered by twin Man 1550hp or Man 1800hp engines, with the later option giving a top 37 knots speed.   

Technical Data:

LOA - 23.32 m (76.5ft)

Hull Length - 22.4 m

Waterline Length - 19.5 m

Beam - 5.68 m

Draft - 1.95 m

Displacement - 49,500 kg unloaded, 57,700 kg loaded

Fuel Capacity - 5600 l

Water Capacity - 840 l

Max Persons - sixteen

Accommodation - six berths in three cabins, two crew in one cabin

Engines - 2 x Man V12 1550hp, V12 1800hp

Propulsion - line shafts with V-drive

Speed - 32 knots max 28 cruise with Man 1550hp, 37 knots max 32 cruise wit Man 1800hp

Range - 320 nautical miles at cruise

Project - Mauro Micheli Sergio Beretta Officina Italiana, Ferretti Group Engineering naval architecture

Certification - CE A

www.riva-yacht.com

New Orleans Yard Fire Burns Five Boats

A fire broke out at Seabrook Harbour and Marine in New Orleans, USA at 05:45 morning time of Sunday thirteen November.  According to reports the fire started in the office before it moved to a dry docked yacht stored near the building.  The fire is reported to have destroyed a total of five boats, three in dry dock, and two docked in the water.  Due to the strong winds of the day the fire took over two hours to extinguish, with 21 units and fifty five fire fighters controlling and extinguishing it on 0815 local time. No injuries have been reported.  

Of the boats damaged and wrecked one is the 23 meter m/y Bougie build in 1929 as a custom commuter vessel and refitted in 2013.  Bougie actually was at Seabrook for a make up job.  An other totalled yacht is a Hatteras 65 Convertible Series I, a model the famous Carolina brand build from 1986 up to 1998.  A further sportfish as in the above photo is a 1989 to 1997 Bertram 72 Convertible in enclosed bridge version which looks to have sustained some burning damage.