Project: Back Cove 412

Back Cove present the project of the  412, which sees the traditional cruiser return to its traditional single engine line shaft offer, after presenting the two 340 and 390 twin and triple outboard models in recent years.  An update for the 41, the Back Cove 412 will have hull and interior layout based on the previous model, but adding new key features: a remote helm fuel tank switching system, frameless direct-bonded pilothouse windows, a full-height hinged helm door, a low-glare helm with black windshield mullions, and a new Glendinning cord reel. Other upgrades include updated cockpit cushions, a sliding salon door with a power window, and the option for either an aft-facing seat with a grill cabinet or two seats. The Back Cove will be powered with single Volvo 600hp as standard, and a 725hp option will also include Slow Speed Mode.

www.backcoveyachts.com

One Man Rescued from Burning Boat in Elliot Bay Near Seattle

One man was rescued as a twelve meter explorer type cruiser went ablaze to the vicinity of Duwamish Head Light in Elliot Bay, West Seattle, Washington on 12:00 of Sunday ninth December.  The man was rescued by a nearby boat, as two US Coast Guards rescue crews came to the scene to fight the fire, and where followed by the Seattle Fire boat 3.   The fire was extinguished in about thirty minutes as ultimately the boat was wrecked with the blaze, with its remaining shell towed to Fourmile Rock.  Unfortunately though the boat sank before arriving in that desired spot and was surrounded by a protection boon, in order to avoid pollution from its one thousand litres of diesel fuel.  The man had no injuries and also refused a medical check up.  The cause of the fire is under investigation, with a plan to remove the diesel fuel and salvage the wreck being organized.

The explorer type cruiser in this fire looks to be a Marine Trader 40 Europa as produced from 1978 to 1986.

New Model: Princess S65

Princess has in Summer 2024 launched the new second generation S65, a replacement to the S66 on which is in reality a soft improvement.  The new S65 uses the same hull Princess introduced with the first S65 in 2015, and since then used on five different but similar models in nine years, including of which is the outgoing S66 and the upcoming fourth generation V65.  Interestingly while the new S65 features a smaller model designation it its in reality a bit longer to the outgoing S66. Outside the new S65 is recognizable thanks to the large hull glazing which spans nearly for all the hull length, but also the sport bridge is distinctively different with a lower profile radar arch. Inside the lower and main deck are near identical in layout to the outgoing S66, with some soft changes like the L-shaped dinette now curved and the entertainment unit which features a different shape.  For the exterior the differences come on the fore deck which now features two sun-pads with a central corridor forward of the C-shaped settee, and the flybridge which now has a bigger dinette located to starboard with a wet-bar located aft of the bridge.  The Princess S65 is powered by twin Man 1400hp for top speed up to 36 knots.   

Technical Data:

LOA - 20.61 m (67.7ft)

Hull Length - 20 m

Beam - 5.09 m

Draft - 1.66 m

Displacement - 37,240 kg medium load

Fuel Capacity - 4100 l

Water Capacity - 802 l

Accommodation - eight berths in four cabins, one cabin crew berth

Engines - 2 x Man V12 1400hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 36 knots

Project - Olesinski lines and naval architecture, Pininfarina exterior

www.princessyachts.com

Project: Sunseeker Manhattan 68

Sunseeker present the project for a new second generation Manhattan 68 set to debut at the Boot Düsseldorf 2025 boat show this coming January. The second generation Manhattan 68 is based for the most part on the previous model which arrived in 2020, same hull and mostly a similar design but is renewed for 2025 and onwards with a new flybridge and hard-top design being the recognizable exterior differences. For this the Manhattan 68 now boasts a sleeker, more dynamic profile that enhances its commanding presence on the water with a modernised silhouette showing Sunseeker's commitment to design. The flybridge of the new Manhattan 68 also features a redesigned layout with a larger, more versatile seating arrangement and an ergonomic console, while the exterior upholstery is also refreshed now offered in higher grade materials. The aft cockpit on the new Manhattan 68 is also updated now featuring the privacy screen which adds the area’s exclusivity, making it ideal for relaxed drinks, unwinding in the shade, or enjoying peaceful moments on the water. But this new Manhattan 68 also gets a fresh take on flexible living spaces thanks to the Design Unlimited team’s innovative new interior designs and configurable layouts. Design Unlimited has created options that tailor to any owner’s lifestyle, with the second generation Manhattan 68 now offering a configurable interior layouts, providing unmatched versatility. The yacht at the show will demonstrate a four-cabin layout with a private staircase leading to the owner’s midships full-beam cabin. Alternatively, the Manhattan 68 can be configured with a single staircase to all cabins, creating space for an opposing seating group in the main saloon, and is also offered in a three-cabin configuration with a grander entrance to the owner’s cabin, complete with an office, or it can include a Pullman-style fourth cabin. The  Sunseeker Manhattan 68 is powered by twin Man 1000hp or optional 1200hp on line shafts for top speed  up to 32 knots with the large engine option.

www.sunseeker.com

Regal New Web Site

Regal presents its new web site.  Regal was founded by Paul and Carol Kuck in 1969 with investors Gene Kandel and Clark Prudhon.  The company starts with a fourteen foot ski-boat, which is followed by a 17 tri-hull, and a 21 cuddy cabin.  The first two years see immediate expansion with Regal expanding to a bigger facility in Orlando in 1971, unfortunately though the 1973 oil embargo nearly stops the boating market with the company going near bankruptcy in that year.  Things though start to turn around after the mid seventies as in 1976 Regal expands beyond the USA shipping its first boats to Austria in Europe.  In 1996 Regal presents the FasTrac Hull design which also makes it win the Innovation Award by International Marine Trade Exhibit and Conference.  This will be the first of seven more awards for Regal with the latest coming in 2022 for Customer Satisfaction Award.  In 2003 Regal becomes and decides to operate as a debt free company, something which still continues till today.   Regal co-founder Paul Kuck passes away on five September 2006, as the leader ship of the company passes to his eldest son Duane.  In 2008 Regal expands its premises, with another expansion coming in 2023 for its Florida site.  Currently Regal offers forty models in six lines; Sterndrive Bowrider, Outboard Bowrider, Surf, SAV, Express Cruiser, and Yacht which start from the 2000 ES and go up to the 50 SAV.  Regal's new web site takes you around with the following buttons; Our Boats, Build Your Boat, View Inventory, Events, Why Regal, and Careers.   

www.regalboats.com 

Production History; *cabin and inboard boats only

360 Commodore 1985-90

320 Commodore 1988-92

380/400 Commodore 1991/93-94

Ventura 9.8/322 Commodore 1993/95-99

292 Commodore 1995-99

402 Commodore 1995-99

2760 Commodore 1998-2001

3260 Commodore 2000-04

2960 Commodore 2000-01

4160 Commodore 2000-01

3880 Commodore/4080 Flybridge Sedan 2001/07-11 *3780 Commodore project

3060 Commodore 2002-03

2860 Commodore 2002-05

4260 Commodore 2002-05

3860 Commodore 2002-06

3560 Commodore 2003-06

3060 Window Express 2004-11

3350 Sport Cruiser 2005-07

3360 Window Express 2005-10

4460 Commodore 2006-09

2860 Window Express 2006-12

3760 Commodore 2007-10

4060 Commodore 2007-10

52 Sport Coupe 2008-13

46 Sport Coupe 2010-17 *44 Sport Coupe project

42 Sport Coupe 2011-17

30 Express 2012-16

28 Express 2012-19

35 Sport Coupe 2012-19

32 Express 2014-17

53 Sport Coupe 2014-19

42 Fly 2017-

42 Grande Coupe 2017-

33 Express 2018-

Project: Benetti Motopanfilo 45M

Benetti presents the project for a steel build Motopanfilo 45M. For the second and larger Motopanfilo, Benetti presents a third-millennium Navetta with a design by RWD for the exterior design, Lazzarini Pickering for the styling of the interior and exterior decks, and naval architecture by Pierluigi Ausonio. Motopanfilo 45M will also introduce the Veranda Deck concept, which reinvents the Main Deck salon by completely opening it on three sides to create a veranda overlooking the infinity pool, with sweeping vistas that extend to the horizon. The interiors/exteriors are graced by natural materials such as wicker, rattan and bamboo, which appeal to all the senses, especially sight and touch.  The Benetti Motopanfilo 45M will feature an accommodation for ten guests in five suites, and nine crew in five cabins. 

www.benettiyachts.com

New Model: Baia Atlantica 84

Some names never die, and Baia is one of those that thanks to its unrivalled and substantive historic past of fast cruisers and yachts, which also happened to win important races with production models like the Venezia to Monte Carlo in 1990, and the Viareggio-Montecarlo-Viareggio twice in 2007 and 2008.  Baia returns with this 25 meter super sport yacht Atlantica 84, an evolution of the 78 Atlantica which debuted in 2003, on which its hull lines are based, but is that bit longer and wider for that extra space.  Designed by Carlo Galeazzi, Baia's designer from the nineties onwards and designer of the previous 78, the 84 Atlantica shows its origins looked from the stern, a bit less so in super structure and the fore deck, which is more space conscious and less sleek to its fore bearers, and features the today must have C-shaped lounge, with two side sun-pads on the fore-deck.  Yes sadly the Baia flush fore-deck is not here on the new bigger Atlantica!  Down below the Atlantica 84 offers a four cabins four head layout, with a double access galley located forward, with direct entry from the forward located two crew cabins, and or from the guests cabin area corridor.  The main deck is a full on lounging and chilling area connected with the aft deck via the patio door which disappears in the floor when fully open, and also features an eight persons central dinning area just located behind the three settee helm station further forward.  As exterior spaces go the Atlantica 84 will also offer a mini sport bridge up top with a J-shaped settee and a private sun-pad.  The Baia Atlantica 84 is powered by twin MTU 2638hp with Arneson surface drives for top speeds up to 52 knots and a cruise of 45.

Technical Data:

LOA - 25.88 m (84.9ft)

Beam - 6.40 m

Draft - 1.30 m

Displacement - 52 t unloaded

Fuel Capacity - 6000 l

Water Capacity - 1400 l

Max Persons - sixteen

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

Engines - 2 x MTU 16V2000 M96L 2638hp

Propulsion - Arneson ASD15 with Rolla surface propellers

Speed - 52 knots max 45 cruise

Range - 320 nautical miles at cruise

Construction - fiberglass hull with carbon fibre super structure

Project - Carlo Galeazzi exterior and interior

Certification - CE A

www.baiayacht.com

Project: Scanner SuperOcean 50

Scanner present the project for the SuperOcean 50, a project as designed by company boss Montemitro.  The 50 follows the SuperOcean 58 which debuted in 2017, as a joint cooperation between the Italian yacht builder and a French yacht brokerage company.  Initially announced as the SuperOcean 48, the SuperOcean 50 will feature similar styling to the bigger sister with a more conservative straight shear line replacing the aggressive S-line used in the 58.  The SuperOcean 50 is more a boat with protective rubber padding, rather then a pure rib with big floating tubes.   Rendering on the Scanner web site show the SuperOcean 50 will feature an open cabin layout below deck, with a double berth forward, L-shaped dinette and galley to port side with opposite shower head, and twin berths at midships.  Outside the SuperOcean 50 presents fore to aft deck spaces in a layout which becomes a walk around deck from the T-Top cover console.  The Scanner SuperOcean 50 can be powered for engines up to 1600hp, with no details of set up and performances yet provided.    

www.scanner-marine.com

New Model: Ferretti 670

During the 2024 Cannes boat show Ferretti presented a new, or more of an improved and updated second generation 670 model.  The Ferretti which started the Filippo Salvetti era in 2018 the 670 has been given a soft design make-over.  The visible changes of this second generation 670 include larger hull glazing which integrates design wise into the engine air-intake, redesigned optional hard-top which now extends further aft, soft changes to the super structure windows and bulwark which now offers a bigger opening.  Layout wise the 670 has received changes to its flybridge plan, which now is inverted as the helm station moves to starboard with wet-bar behind it, and a larger dinette to the previous model now located to port side.  The main deck layout is mostly unchanged, though the galley has been improved with an island unit on entry.  The lower deck is mostly unchanged in both versions, although the office desk on entry to the master stateroom of the three cabins versions has been lightly changed.  The optional four cabins version is unchanged.  The Ferretti 670 is powered by twin Man 1000hp or optional 1200hp for top speeds up to 28 knots with the standard engines, and 32 knots from the large power units.

Technical Data:

LOA - 20.24 m (66.5ft)

Hull Length - 19.2 m

Beam - 5.38 m

Draft - 1.66 m

Displacement - 41,000 kg unloaded, 48,300 kg loaded

Fuel Capacity - 3800 l

Water Capacity - 1000 l

Max Persons - eighteen

Accommodation - six guests in three cabins, seven guests in four cabins, 1 crew cabin berth

Engines - 2 x Man V8 1000hp, V8 1200hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 28 knots max 25 cruise 1000hp, 32 knots max 28 cruise 1200hp

Project - Filippo Salvetti exterior, Ideaeitalia interiors

Certification - CE A, RINA B+F+A1 sound emissions

www.ferretti-yachts.com

Project: Steeler Enigma 59

Steeler show the project for the Enigma 59, which is under construction in the Netherlands for an adventurous French couple. For years these future French owners dreamt of a life on the water, exploring the Caribbean’s azure waves, and Steeler Yachts made that dream come true. Known for its custom craftsmanship, Steeler allowed the couple to tailor the yacht to their every need, with the main plan being to have be a liveable home on the water with eight months of the year planned as liveaboard, with comfort playing an important role and Steeler’s reputation for superb quality sealing the deal.  The Steeler Enigma 59 is to be build of aluminium and will feature an astern galley main deck layout, which also serves the cozy aft cockpit deck.  For the lower deck of the Enigma 59, Steeler have not shared any details yet, while the power is set to be twin Deere 375hp.

www.steeleryachts.com