New Launch: Feadship 79.97m Hull.714

Feadship has launched its Hull.714 titled m/y Faith. A 79.95-metre gentlemen’s yacht that exemplifies timeless elegance and technical innovation, this latest Feadship is designed by the British studio of Redman Whiteley Dixon for exterior, interior by Chahan, and naval architecture by Feadship De Voogt.  RWD presented the sculpted curves they are no for, and added with the deep blue hull create, and a unique upper deck give the Feadship Hull.714 a striking presence. Feadship 714 is also equipped with a diesel-electric hybrid propulsion system developed under Feadship’s Advanced Electrical Drive-FAED programme, this offering exceptional efficiency and quiet performance. A contra-rotating thruster system and refined hydrodynamics ensure minimal drag and maximum comfort.

Technical Data:

LOA - 79.95 m (262.3ft)

Beam - 13.60 m

Draft - 3.85 m

Displacement - 2514 gt*volume

Fuel Capacity - 232,500 l

Water Capacity - 51,600 l

Accommodation - fourteen guests in seven cabins, 28 crew in fourteen cabins

Engines - 2 x Veth VL-1550i-cr 2574hp

Speed - sixteen knots max, twelve knots cruise

Range - 6000 nautical miles 

Project - Redman Whiteley Dixon exterior, Chahan interior, Feadship de Voogt naval architecture

Certification - Lloyds 100A1 SSC Mono G6 Eco Lmc Ums, Hybrid Power

www.feadship.nl

Project: Sanlorenzo SL110 Asymmetric

Sanlorenzo presents the SL110 Asymmetric, the latest evolution of the shipyard's famous asymmetrical motor yacht line. The SL110A introduces a new architectural vision to the world of yachting, combining structural elegance and innovation combined with spacious interiors, flooded with natural light that blend seamlessly with the exteriors, offering a unique sailing experience that establishes an even deeper connection with the sea. The result of a collaboration between Sanlorenzo, Zuccon International Project for the exterior design, and Piero Lissoni with Lissoni and Partners for the interiors, the SL110A is the perfect synthesis of authentic design, functionality, comfort, and performance, with a speed of up to 27 knots from the large of two MTU engine choices.  As the latest evolution of the brand’s acclaimed asymmetrical line, it reimagines what a 33-metre super yacht can be, offering expanded light-filled interiors, seamless indoor-outdoor flow, and a deeper connection to the sea. Debuting at the 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival the coming September, the SL110A is a super yacht for owners who demand beauty without compromise, and versatility with vision. SL110A marks the culmination of a design journey that began with the SL102A in 2018 and evolved through the SL106A which this model replaces. Its elegant, timeless lines and carefully reduced stylistic elements create a refined profile that transcends trends. Subtle asymmetry enhances visual harmony while also unlocking more liveable interior volume. A technical innovation staggered gangways on the starboard and port sides allows the gangway area to be absorbed into the interior layout, further increasing spaciousness and comfort. The reimagined bow, developed with Lissoni and Partners, eliminates the typical aerodynamic “bonnet” in favour of a true sea-facing terrace, complete with integrated sofas and a swimming pool. The result is a minimalist yet elegant retreat, optimised for liveability and connection with the water.  A hidden hatch cleverly conceals the mooring area, ensuring cleaner lines and improved usability. The stern continues the design narrative, with references to the SL86A as launched in 2024. A transparent gunwale creates a seamless connection between cockpit and sea, while the pivoting beach platform reveals a garage for both tender and jet ski. Retractable stairs and gangways preserve the yacht’s clean silhouette. The versatile outdoor lounge on the main deck can shift from sunbathing to dining without fixed configurations, underscoring the yacht’s flexibility. The interior architecture of the SL110A is conceived as a continuation of the exterior experience. Large windows, retractable bulwarks, and sliding gunwales allow light and air to pour in, dissolving boundaries and enhancing the sensation of space. Guests can enjoy a lounge that opens onto the sea via a drop-down terrace, creating an expansive, immersive environment. It is this fusion with the exterior environment that enhances the experience of the owner and his guests, allowing ample breathing space in an interplay between the interior and the sea. To make this feature explicit there is a solution designed when the boat is at anchor: on the starboard side it is in fact possible to pull down the bulwark and thus open up a terrace overlooking the sea. The same effect is recreated by the gunwale that slides downwards, widening the window below to allow guests to fully enjoy the outside environment, being closer to the sea. At the heart of the SL110A lies the wide-body, full-beam owner’s suite conceived as a true sanctuary. It provides panoramic sea views, total privacy, and direct access to the foredeck pool. A private entry connects the master cabin with the bow and upper decks, allowing the owner to enjoy separation while staying connected with every corner of the yacht. This intelligent use of space elevates comfort and intimacy at sea. Below deck are four guest cabins; two VIP, two convertible twin/double and generous crew quarters with three cabins, six berths, and a separate mess to ensure operational privacy. The mezzanine housing the wheelhouse provides direct access to a flybridge offering the flexibility to create a sunbathing lounge, al fresco dining area, or private retreat with direct access to the pool. Dark wood panelling, coffered ceilings with resin finishes, herringbone patterns, and stone-effect materials define the yacht’s refined interior atmosphere. The owner’s bathroom is finished in luxurious Calacatta marble. The SL110A is more than a yacht it is a design statement, from the sculpted asymmetry that expands space and light, to the seamless interplay between interior and exterior, it redefines the relationship between form and function. 

www.sanlorenzoyacht.com

New Model: Ferretti 800

The first unit of the brand new Ferretti Yachts 800 was launched last July 18 at the Cattolica shipyard. The second generation Ferretti 800 completes the range renewal process begun in 2018 with the 670 as Filippo Salvetti now signs all the models of the range. The 800 also replaces the 780, the last of the seventeen years Zuccon design Ferretti yacht.  With an overall length of over 24 meters, with a version featuring a short swim platform available to comply with the 24-metre limit established by French law, the Ferretti 800 is the result of the Filippo Salvetti stylistic evolution for the exteriors and the Ideaeitalia team for the interiors, Ferretti Yachts 800 is designed to offer the owner peerless comfort and a superior on-board lifestyle, thanks to optimised spaces and meticulous layout planning. The most innovative features include large windows for uninterrupted views of the surroundings from the interiors, perfectly separated spaces to ensure total privacy, and optimisation of the exterior surfaces. Starting on the main deck, the seven-square-metre beach area is aft, with a cockpit featuring a spectacular glass parapet designed to extend the view outside and towards the beach club. The crew area, with three separate cabins is accessed from the port side walkway. Continuing through the interiors, the salon is bathed in light thanks to extensive glazing which offers uninterrupted views of the surroundings. The interior décor of the unit launched is in the Classic mood, which taps into warm, earthy elements with a layout featuring a corner sofa facing a storage unit and slide-out TV. The generous interiors are enhanced by the two-metre-high ceilings. Moving past the living space, the dining area contains an elegant table and the fully appointed and separate galley is directly connected to it through a sliding section of the bulkhead. Separate walkways allow the crew to enter the galley from the outdoor area and then access the wheelhouse without interfering with guest flows. The helm station can also be accessed from the hallway. The exterior living area forward features a sunbed and a forward-facing C-shaped sofa designed for comfort. On the lower deck, the sleeping area consists of a master suite, a VIP cabin forward and two guest cabins, providing a total of eight berths. All four cabins have private en suite bathrooms. The flybridge also stands out for its above average surface area of 40 m2. The al fresco dining area on the starboard side features a table and a fibreglass sofa with a large storage compartment incorporated underneath it. A bar unit on the port side can be paired with optional stools. A spacious area aft is furnished with freestanding elements including poufs and sofas. The helm station at the bow is fitted with ergonomic seats and offers excellent visibility. The first Ferretti Yachts 800 unit is equipped with the large optional 1800hp MAN engines option for top speeds up to 31 knots and a cruise of 27.  Alternatively smaller standard MAN 1550hp are also available the 800, these reducing four knots in performance.  Ferretti has reported that it has sold seven 800 before even the first unit touched the water.

Technical Data:

LOA - 24.47 m (80.3ft)

Hull Length - 22.8 m

Beam - 5.91 m

Draft - 1.90 m

Displacement - 64550 kg dry, 74830 kg wet

Fuel Capacity - 6750 l

Water Capacity - 1320 l

Accommodation - eight guests in four cabins, three crew in two cabins

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

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 31 knots max 27 cruise with 1800hp, 27 max 24 cruise with 1550hp

Project - Filippo Salvetti exterior, Ideaeitalia interior

Certification - CE A Ocean

www.ferrettiyachts.com

Project: Evo Yachts R4 Icone

Evo Yachts celebrates the tenth anniversary of the launch of the first R4 with a model that pays tribute to the shipyard’s history, and at the same time taking a new step forward towards an on-board experience increasingly focused on comfort, without however betraying the brand’s sporty spirit and the desire to offer maximum flexibility and customisation options. This model is the new R4 Icone, which will be given its world premiere at the Cannes Yachting Festival, featuring a hull about a metre longer than the original version, an aggressive bow, a new integrated design for the air intakes, and large windows in the hull sides that flood the interiors with natural light.  Designed by Evo Yachts with Valerio Rivellini to offer an incredibly comfortable and convenient lifestyle on board at any time of the year, while maintaining the boat’s dynamic performance, Evo Yachts’ new model has a main deck with an enclosed area covered by an aluminium hard top, built entirely by the Shipyard and a console clearly based on automotive design, featuring a large C-shaped sofa with a backrest that can be arranged to offer either a forward or rear-facing view, and a pilot seat that can be adjusted to various heights for perfect ergonomics. The living area contains a table that can be converted into a double bed and is completed by a kitchen unit, while a pantograph door provides easy access to the outside area. The XT platform at the stern, developed by the Shipyard jointly with Besenzoni, extends the surface area aft and brings it closer to the water, increasing the space and comfort on board and transforming the setting into a seafront terrace that can be configured and furnished as desired, to enjoy in different ways at different times of day.  Below deck, in addition to the fridge and storage area and a hallway, there are two large enclosed double cabins. The interiors are decorated and furnished to transmit a feeling of great warmth, achieved through the use of Alcantara, Alpi wood and various types of materials that share an appealing texture. The yacht is powered by two Volvo 480hp with IPS pod drives.  Like all Evo Yachts models, this boat too, which draws on ten years of experience and is the result of a process of continuous range improvement, can be customised in many different ways – including both the interior and exterior layout, for different types of owner from families to groups of friends, and for different needs, and for people who love spending time in the open air, to those who enjoy the cruising experience in Winter.

www.evoyachts.com

Express Sportfish Partly Sinks in Chiavari, Genoa

An express sportfish cruiser of eleven meters in length with one person onboard partly sank after it collided with the break wall of the Chiavari harbour, to the East of Genoa at around 08:00 morning time of Wednesday twenty August.  The one man onboard the express sportfish jumped overboard after the collision and was collected by the Guardia Costiera.  Following this the Guardia Costiera tried to tow the sportfish from the break-wall, as with the hull ripped from the collision it was taking on water and in risking of sinking.  It was later decided to leave where it is for the time and suck the fuel from the sportfish in order to avoid pollution in case the boat sinks, and surround it with a pollution boom.  The cause of the sinking was reported to be caused by an error of navigation, some unconfirmed news said the sole skipper onboard said that he fell asleep.  The one person onboard was not injured, with a plan to recover the boat set in motion the following morning.

The express sportfish in this accident is a Rampage 38 Express as produced from 1999 to 2011.  Rampage was co-founded in 1983 by Everett Pearson of Pearson Yachts and debuting with the 31 Sportfisherman in 1985.  Cruisers Inc will buy Rampage in 1993 only to cease operation on that same year, restarting it in 1999 with new designs and stopping it again in 2015.

New Model: Hardy 45 European

Cockwells continue to push the Hardy name with the debut of the 45 European, at the South Coast boat show the past May. The 45 European is a rare sight nowadays presenting itself as a classic pure British inspired aft cabin cruiser, with an offshore seakeeping hull which is also capable of cruising inland waterways effortlessly, thanks to a robust design of the Hardy range with all the contemporary characteristics and technological innovations of a 21st century craft. The Hardy 45 European comes with an expansive aft deck helm, luxurious saloon and galley, full beam owner’s stateroom aft, complete with a king size bed and full-standing headroom, and comfortable double forward guest cabin, ergonomically designed to provide plenty of room for all aboard. The 45 European uses the same semi-displacement hull of the iconic Hardy 42, designed by renowned naval architect, Andrew Wolstenholme, built to deliver exceptional performance and luxury living, whether on ocean passages or in gentler waters. On the one hand, the Hardy 45 European is an ideal inland cruiser, featuring a low-profile design and a folding radar arch to pass under bridges with ease, along with optional bow and stern thruster to provide ultimate manoeuvrability in tight spaces. Powered by twin Yanmar 440hp shaft drive engines as standard, the Hardy 45 European reaches speeds of up to 28 knots. However, this vessel is equally capable of travelling at displacement speed, offering excellent fuel efficiency for long-range cruising.

Technical Data:

LOA - 14.20 m (46.5ft)

Hull Length - 12.8 m

Beam - 4.20 m

Draft - 1.2 m

Displacement - 14 t

Fuel Capacity - 1650 l

Water Capacity - 550 l

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins

Engines - 2 x Yanmar 6LY 440hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 28 knots max

Project - Andrew Wolstenholme

Certification - CE B

www.cockwells.co.uk

Improve-it = Bellini Astor 36

Bellini present the Astor 36 as reinterpreted through Daniel Arsham’s unmistakable “future archaeology” aesthetic. Essential, clean lines merge with a visionary concept, where nautical design embraces the language of contemporary art. The result is a walk around sport cruiser with a distinctly contemporary character, also thanks to a meticulously designed color palette: elegant shades of grey and black are complemented by the iconic “Arsham Green,” a unique aqua green hue symbolizing the artist’s poetic vision, skilfully integrated into the hull line, console, hard top, and onboard furnishings. On the outside, this limited edition stands out for its custom-designed side air intakes featuring the artist’s logo, a hard top signed by Arsham Studio, and smoke-colored faux teak surfaces decorated with Arsham’s monogram. The dry-feel fabric covers the aft sunbed, enriched with a custom plate, while the pilot seats feature “Arsham” embroidery that echoes the project’s overall aesthetic. The helm console is notable for its steering wheel with the artist’s logo and a Simrad chart plotter wide navigation system, with an interface developed in collaboration with Daniel Arsham and Mònade Studio. The interiors are characterized by the use of customized fabrics and color schemes, along with two pieces of furniture; a mirror and washbasin from the Kohler x Daniel Arsham collection. Astor 36 by Daniel Arsham also introduces a cutting-edge technological innovation to the yachting sector: the Digital Product Passport, developed in partnership with Arianee, a French company leading in DPP solutions for durable goods. This digital document, based on blockchain technology and activated via a QR code on a card provided upon delivery, ensures transparency throughout the yacht’s supply chain and lifecycle, tracking all key events and enriching the owner’s experience with access to exclusive after-sales services.

www.belliniyacht.it

Boat Wrecked by Fire in Gundogan Bay, Mugla, Turkey

A sport cruiser of nine meters in length with one person onboard went ablaze in Gundogan Bay, in Bodrum, Mugla, Turkey at noon of Monday eighteen August.  The fire which started for unknown reasons, was extinguished following the intervention of teams from the General Directorate of Coastal Safety and the Coast Guard, while the one person onboard jumped in the sea and was rescued by nearby boaters.  He was reported to have sustained no injuries.  Ultimately the boat was reported wrecked by the fire.

The boat in this fire is a Sancak SVT 9.20 as produced since 2023.  Located in Izmir, Turkey, Sancak Yacht was founded in 2009 by Volkan Önterlikçi, and today it produces sport cruisers from six to eleven meters.

Pershing Yacht Destroyed by Fire in Sapri, Italy

A 24 meter Pershing super sport yacht went ablaze as it was moored in Sapri, in the Province of Salerno, to the South of Italy at 20:30 of Sunday seventeen August.  The Vigili dell Fuoco Fire Fighters of Policastro Bussentino and the Port Captaincy of Sapri, Carabinieri, and Local Police tended to the fire, as they towed the yacht outside of the marina in order to avoid further damage to marina property and nearby yachts.  The yacht was ultimately wrecked by the blaze and sunk in a depth of about sixty meters.  No one was injured as the owner along with his son, and a crew were reported to be dining in a restaurant near the marina.  The cause of the fire is reported to have been generated from a short circuit.

The Pershing in this fire is an 80 model as designed by Fulvio de Simoni, and produced from 2008 to 2012 in ten units.  The 80 was a replacement to the Pershing 76, and was replaced by the 82.

Ferretti Yacht Goes Ablaze in Budva, Montenegro

A 24 meter Ferretti yacht with its owner aboard went ablaze as it was moored at Port of Budva, Montenegro, at around 20:15 of Sunday seventeen August.  Port of Vudva crew tended to the fire as they towed the yacht outside the marina, to avoid damage to nearby yachts.  At some point the fire seemed to be controlled and stopped, but this re-ignited as the yacht was being towed outside the marina.  The yacht was ultimately wrecked by the fire, with no injuries being reported.  The yacht is reported owned by Montenegro businessman Aleksandar Brak Miranović, who was suspected for kidnapping back in 2018.

The yacht in this fire is a 1997 Ferretti 80 as designed by Zuccon and produced from 1997 to 2001 in 45 units.  The 80 was Ferretti flagship in 1997, replacing and extending in length the previous 225 Fly, with the model evolving into the 810.

New Model: Novamarine Black Shiver 200

In the fall of 2024 Novamarine debuted the Black Shiver 200, a new flagship and a replacement to the slightly bigger BS 220.  Like any Novamarine the BS 200 is full of unique features which characterize the brand that launched one the first maxi ribs, the RH160 back in the nineties, from its oval shape foam filled tubes but also its distinct hard-top form which is a unique feature of the Black Shiver line.  The Black Shiver 200 presents itself as a center console, walk-around with a dinette a central dinette behind the center console, and a large C-shaped dinette forward.  A sun-pad is located aft, with the forward dinette also transforming to a sun-pad.  The interior of the first Black Shiver 200 featured a large C-shaped dinette forward which transforms to a large double berth, a shower head to port side, and a galley to starboard.  The first Black Shiver 200 is powered by twin Man 1300hp with Arneson surface drives for top speeds up to 48 knots and a cruise of forty, with Novamarine stressing that other propulsion options including outboards can also be fitted to the Black Shiver 200.

Technical Data:

LOA - 20.10 m (65.9ft)

Beam - 5.15 m

Draft - 1.03 m

Displacement - 

Fuel Capacity - 2999 l

Max Persons - thirty

Accommodation - two berths

Engines - 2 x Man V8 1300hp

Propulsion - Arneson Surface drives

Speed - 48 knots max, forty knots cruise

www.novamarine.com

MJM Yachts New Web Site

MJM Yachts presents its new web site.  MJM which means Mary Johnstone Motorboat was founded in 2002 by Bob Johnstone, Mary's husband and a co-founder with his brother Rod of J/Boats in 1977, one of the World's leading brand of performance sailboats which is still under the Johnstone family ownership.  MJM will presents its first model the 34z in 2004, a traditional down-East lobster inspired looking day cruiser designed by Doug Zurn, and build by Boston Boatworks.  The 34z is followed by the 29z and 40z in 2007 expanding the line further, with a 50z debuting in 2014.  Doug Zurn has till today designed all MJM's while Boston Boatworks will build all the vessels till 2021, when the company will move to its North Carolina facility, although the collaboration between the two is still continued today. In 2019 Bob Johnstone will sell MJM to his son Peter, who will resell to Saothair Capital affiliate Seolta Holdings in September 2023.  Today MJM offers five models, which start from the eleven meter 38R model which debuted in 2021, and go up to the fourteen meters 47R, while MJM's latest model is the 38R.  MJM new web-site takes you around with the following buttons; Models, C5 Build Process, About, Shop Gear, Careers, Newsletter Signup, Locate A Dealer, and Parts and Dealers.  MJM is also on social media with links at the bottom of the page taking you to its Linkedin, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube pages.

www.mjmyachts.com

Production and ownership History;

34z 2004-10

29z 2007-15

40z 2007-19 (100+)

36z 2011-15

50z 2014-19

35z/38R 2017/25-

2019 Peter Johnston ownership

53z/zi 2020-22

43z/zi 2020-22

3/38x 2021/25-

2023 Seolta Holdings ownership

4/47x 2023/25-

47R 2024/25- 42*project

The 34z MJM first model produced from 2004 to 2010 

4 Saved as Classic Bertram Goes Ablaze in Chesapeake Bay, Annapolis

Four boaters were saved as a classic thirteen meter Bertram sportfish cruiser went ablaze in Chesapeake Bay, Annapolis on the morning of Saturday sixteen August.  The four boaters were saved first by nearby boaters, as Anne Arundel County Fire Department, Annapolis Fire Department, U.S. Coast Guard Mid-Atlantic Maryland, Department of Natural Resources, and Natural Resources Police responded to the blaze.  No injuries were reported from the blaze as the classic Bertram sportfish was ultimately wrecked.

The Bertram in this fire is a 46 Convertible, as designed by Dave Napier and produced from 1971 to 1987.  When launched the 46 Convertible was Bertram's largest boat, keeping the flagship status for five years.  The 46 Convertible evolved into the Mk.II in 1982 and then Mk.III in its last two years of production before being replaced by the Bertram 50 Convertible.

6 Persons Saved as Yacht is Fire Destroyed on Volga River, Russia

Six persons were saved as a 31 meter super yacht titled m/y Mechta went ablaze at Khvalynsky District, Saratov Region, on Russia’s Volga River, on the morning of Saturday sixteen August.  All six boaters, which included the owner and captain were saved, as the yacht was ultimately fire wrecked and destroyed as the above picture shows.  According to initial reports the yacht went ablaze from a short circuit.  Russian Authorities have launched a preliminary investigation under Part 1 of Article 263 of the Russian Criminal Code, which deals with violations of water transport safety rules resulting in major damage.

M/y Mechta is a 1998 Turkish build SES Yachts 31 meter constructed in wood to a design of Sefer Yildiriim, the owner and founder of SES which he created in 1970.  Entering the yacht market in 1997 with a 31 meter, SES Yachts has since then delivered fourteen custom motor super yachts and two sailing yachts from 25 to 42 meters.

New Model: Amels 80 Limited Edition

Amels is doing the latest details for the first hull of the 80 Limited Edition semi-custom series. Pictured above is the first Amels 80 Limited Edition as she is doing her first sea trial in mid-June. The Amels 80 Limited Edition was announced in 2022 to a design of Espen Oino, with interiors by Sinot. Three years later Amels 80 Limited Edition is looking to be one of the most popular eighty meters super yacht semi custom platform with six hulls currently under construction, and follows on the footsteps of the 60 Limited Edition of which ten hulls are sold to date.  Highlights of the Amels 80 Limited Edition are a Beach Club, full Owners Deck, guests Suites located on the main deck, Tenders forward, and Sun Deck up top. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 80 m (261ft)

Beam - 12.50 m

Displacement - 2175 GT *volume

Accommodation - fourteen guests in seven rooms, 21 crew in eleven cabins

Engines - 2 x Caterpillar 3516E 2816hp plus 2 x 300kw electric motors

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - sixteen knots max, twelve knots cruise

Range - 5000 nautical miles at twelve knots

Construction - steel hull aluminium super structure

Project - Espen Oino exterior, Sinot interior

www.amelsyachting.com

Bill Healey 1927 - 2025

It is with great sorrow that Viking announce that William “Bill” J. Healey of Cape May and Mays Landing, New Jersey, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on August fourteen, 2025, at Shore Medical Center in Somers Point, New Jersey. He was 97. The former president of the Viking Yacht Company in New Gretna, N.J., which he founded with his late brother Robert T. Healey Sr. on April first 1964, Bill built a boat manufacturing empire in the recreational marine industry. He relentlessly encouraged and supported legions of dedicated shipwrights who designed and manufactured luxury yachts. Bill was intense and feisty, but beneath that drive was a soft heart and a deep bond with others. He valued his team with unbounded enthusiasm and commitment, often reminding them that they did not work for Bill Healey but that they worked with Bill Healey. A source of never-ending inspiration to build a better boat every day, Bill demonstrated his love for his boatbuilders by standing at the door every evening to thank and wish them a good night as they left the factory. He not only knew the names of hundreds of Viking’s carpenters, electricians, mechanics, designers, metal craftsmen, fiberglass workers and outfitters, but often of their family members as well. He cared for his Viking family, creating a factory health department that provided employees and their families free on-site medical care in addition to the company’s traditional health benefits. Bill was instrumental in modernizing the yacht-building business. He was ahead of his time, designing a tri-generation facility in the plant to provide power for its electrical, air-conditioning and heating needs. He built and installed a wastewater treatment plant, invested in a $1 million five-axis CNC (computer numerical control) router to design and shape parts and components for the factory and the boats, and added solar panels on the roofs of several buildings for additional clean power. Although Bill retired in October 2013, turning the throttles over to his son Patrick, he continued a daily presence at the New Gretna facility to the delight of old and new customers he would meet at the factory.

Pershing Yacht Saved from Fire in Yalikavak Bay, Bodrum Turkey

 

A 26 meter Pershing super sport yacht titled Boboo was saved from fire at Yalikavak Bay, Bodrum, Turkey on Friday fifteen August.  Yalikavak Marina staff tended to the fire first, and where then assisted by the Bodrum Coast Guard, who thanks to the swift response successfully controlled the fire and saved the yacht.  The fire was reported to have started in the electrical installation part of the yacht.

The Pershing yacht in this fire is an 88 model as designed by Fulvio de Simoni and produced from 2000 till 2004 in seventeen units.  The 88 was Pershing's flagship at launch, and was replaced by the 90.

Project: Antonini SUY110

Antonini Navi expands its Sport Utility Yacht range with the SUY 110, the second yacht in the series designed by Fulvio De Simoni. In 34 metres, the La Spezia-based Shipyard and the renowned naval architect offer a compact take on the legacy of the SUY135, providing functionality, versatility and an incredible choice of on-board entertainment. Spanning four decks, the SUY110 is designed to provide maximum access to all forms of on-board activity, featuring a fifty-square-metre stern hangar that can house a 4.5-metre tender, a 4.2-metre sailing boat (or a second tender) and two 3-metre jet skis, as well as canoes, SUP boards and other water toys, without sacrificing interior living space. Another distinctive feature is the innovative Raised Deck, which can be used as a 54-square-metre beach club and overlooks the garage, offering additional space for equipment or outdoor socialising. This area communicates directly with the Main Deck, creating a 27-square-metre lounge veranda with a dining and relaxation zone: one big space designed to ensure comfort, privacy and harmonious integration with the marine environment. The ease of connection between the various decks, another distinctive feature of the yacht, is provided by seven ramps up and four down that ensure functional integration and continuity between the levels. The refined and functional interior accommodates up to ten guests in five cabins, including a master suite with private studio. The lower deck offers two VIP and two double cabins, all with en-suite bathroom. The fully appointed crew area is designed for six people. The SUY110 will have a steel hull and an aluminium superstructure, achieving the ideal balance between performance, strength and sustainability. The standard configuration of two CAT's 700hp, give the SUY110 a top speed up to fourteen knots and a cruising speed of twelve knots, as well as giving it the range to make Atlantic crossings at the speed of ten knots. An optional diesel-electric system will reduce fuel consumption by 20% compared to similar yachts, underscoring the shipyard’s commitment to increasingly green solutions. Located in La Spezia near the gulf of Lerici, Antonini Navi is currently completing its first two super yachts; the EVO 31 and Seamore 34, with the larger yacht set to be launched later this year.

www.antonininavi.com

Riva Yacht Partly Sinks in Marsascala Malta

A seventeen meter Riva flybridge yacht partly sank at St. Thomas Bay, Marsascala, to the South East of the island of Malta on the morning of fourteen August.  According to unconfirmed news the skipper beached the Riva yacht to save it from total sinking.  The cause of the water coming into the yacht was not reported, if of technical nature or the Riva hit something.  No injuries are reported from sinking, with a plan to float the yacht and to take it for repairs being set in motion on the same day.

The Riva yacht in this sinking is a Furama 58 as designed by Giorgio Barilani and produced from 1988 to 1995 in fifteen units.  The Furama 58 was a replacement to the Riva Corsaro 60 and was replaced by the Thalassa 52.

New Model: Iliad 53F

Following the rise of explorer and cross over style motor yachts, power catamarans seem to be the next big thing in cruiser able motor yachts.  Iliad is a new name directed by Italian naval architect Riccardo Bulgarelli, and constructed at Zhuhai, China, debuting in 2023 with a 62 model, with this followed by this 53F.  Measuring sixteen meters of length and over seven of beam, the Iliad 53F started off to a flying start by winning the 2024 Multihull of the Year Award.  The Iliad 53F offers an accommodation sleeping six with an owners stateroom located in the starboard hull.  A single berth crew cabin is located to forward of the port-side hull.  The living is all on the main deck, with the standard layout offering an astern galley, dinette opposite, and a relaxing sofa to starboard.  The Iliad 53F is powered by twin Cummins 480hp for speeds up to 24 knots and a cruise of twenty knots, with a possible range up to 2500 nautical miles at optimum slower speeds.  Iliad also offers the 53F with e-motion hybrid power equipped to Volvo 480hp engines. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 16.37 m (53.7ft)

Beam - 7.63 m

Draft - 1.27 m

Displacement - 27500 kg dry

Fuel Capacity - 3500 l

Water Capacity - 800 l

Max Persons - twelve

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

Engines - 2 x Cummins QSB6.7 480hp, Volvo D6 480hp with e-motion hybrid

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 24 knots max, twenty knots fast cruise

Range - 2500 nautical miles at best cruise

Project - Riccardo Bulgarelli

Certification - CE A12-B12-C20-D30

www.iliadcatamarans.com