Riviera Sinks off Rainbow Beach Queensland

A sixteen meter Riviera flybridge motor yacht titled m/y Shelly 2 sank off Rainbow Beach, in Queensland Australia on the morning of Monday 23 March.  According to some unconfirmed reports the origin of sinking started with a fire from a burning and overheating exhaust.  The four shocked persons onboard Shelly 2 where rescued by a commercial line fisher.  A man exploring the area with the canoe also rescued two dogs of the family. An update on the 26 March appearing on social media outlet Facebook by salvage company Rainbow Repairs showed Shelly II beached in a total loss situation without super structure and an open hull deck, with the engines still mounted.  

M/y Shelly 2 is a 2013 Riviera 53 Enclosed Flybridge as produced from 2011 to 2016 in 36 units.  The Riviera 53 Enclosed Bridge was evolved and replaced by the Riviera 57 Enclosed Flybridge.

New Model: Wim Van Der Valk Beachclub 660

The Van der Valk BeachClub line provides an unrivaled amount of exterior and interior space by locating the engine room in the further aft area under the swimming platform. After the first BeachClub 600 model, which launched in Summer 2019, the Dutch builder followed it with the larger 660.  A new way of thinking, the Beachclub series designed by Dutch designer Cor D.Rover is an innovative range of motor yachts and will pioneer the incredible degree of space on offer.  Three outdoor zones optimize the al fresco lifestyle. An enormous fore-deck area offers various layout options, including a Jacuzzi, the cockpit deck is an impressive location with an outside steering position, and a beach club aft features a smart swimming platform and a sun lounge area.  The Wim Van Der Valk Beachclub 660 offers two lounges, while next to the interior pilot house on the main deck, and another on the lower deck aft area. Accommodation is for three double cabins, with an owners suite forward.  A crew cabin with private head is located to starboard side in behind the large aft lounging area.  The Beachclub 660 is powered by twin Volvo 800hp which allow it to reach speeds up to 25 knots.

Technical Data:

LOA - 20.50 m (67.2ft)

Waterline Length - 18.8 m

Beam - 5.80 m

Draft - 1.50 m

Displacement - 38 t

Fuel Capacity - 4100 l

Water Capacity - 750 l

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

Engines - 2 x Volvo D13 800hp

Propulsion - Volvo forward looking IPS3 pod drives

Speed - 25 knots max 20 knots cruise

Hull Shape - moderate Vee with hard chine

Construction - aluminium h321 for hull, h111 for super structure

Project - Cor D.Rover exterior and interior, Ginton naval arhitecture

Certification - CE A 

www.vandervalkshipyard.com

Terranova Super Yacht Fire in Viareggio

A 25 meter explorer yacht titled m/y Mr. Frank had an onboard fire on 25 March at around noon time at the public Viareggio Europe Harbor, on the Antonini quay.  The Viareggio coast guard was immediately on site and started chilling the fire aboard Mr. Frank and then got additional help by the CP813 patrol vessel.  The fire which was located around the upper structure was immediately controlled, and the damage minimized.

M/y Mr. Frank is a 2008 Terranova 85 Explorer as designed by Barracuda and produced from 2006 to 2009 in four units.  Released as the Terranova flagship the 85 Explorer is replaced by the still in project upcoming T9.

Project: Solaris Power 58 Open

The Solaris Power range continues to expand, and presents the project of the 58 Open.  This new Solaris Power project is based on the hull of the 55 Lobster launched in Spring 2019, and follows on the success of the 48 Open launched in Cannes September 2019.  The Solaris Power 58 Open why sharing hull with the 55/57 Lobster will offer a full open main deck, with a full walk around deck from forward to aft, and central T-top covering helm station, exterior galley and dinette. To aft will be a large central sun-pad.   Down below she should be similar to the 57 Lobster which currently is offered in three versions of two and three cabins and a choice of a large interior galley, and an L-shaped settee replacing the third cabin.   The Solaris Power 58 Open will be powered by Volvo 600hp as standard, and or optional 725hp engines, both choices offered only with forward looking IPS pod drives.

www.solarispower.com

Improve-it = Absolute Navetta 52

During the 2020 Dusseldorf boat show, Absolute presented the new 2020 version of the Navetta 52.  Launched in 2016 the Navetta 52 has been a success for Absolute, now four years later to the launch of hull one the Italian Piacenza builder decided its time for an update.  Most of the update in the new 2020 version comes from outside, with new large and different shape hull side windows, and a radar arch which looks back from the previous forward looking version, and this adding also a larger hard-top.  These details will make it easy for people to recognize the new Navetta 52, 2020 and beyond version.  But the changes do not stop there and for 2020 thanks to Volvo, the Navetta 52 will also feature the option of large Volvo 480hp engines.  The standard options are still the same for Volvo's 435hp with IPS pod drives, while the interior layout is mostly unchanged with a three cabins two head layout below deck, and astern galley main deck.   

www.absoluteyachts.com

Project: Cayman S580

Cayman continues with its expansion plans, and presents the S580 project which come again from Italian designer Ferragni, the same person responsible for all latest models; F920, F520, and S520 this last currently under construction and set to launch in Summer 2020.  The Cayman S580 will present itself as a fully enclosed hard top sport yacht, with a three double cabins lower deck layout, all served with private shower heads, and including a full beam owners stateroom.  A one person crew cabin is located aft.  The dining, galley and living are all located on the main deck, and the first layout of the project also see a traditional central main deck located galley.  The Cayman S580 is to be powered by twin Man 800hp with line shaft propulsion.

www.caymanyachts.it

Sportfish Yacht Collides Into Charleston Jetty, South Carolina

A sixteen meter Ocean sportfish yacht titled Strike Finder with five persons onboard collided with the Southern Charleston Jetty, Charleston Harbor, South Carolina on 02:10 early morning time of Sunday 22 March.  Sea Tow reported the accident to the Charleston Coast Guard sector after one of the persons onboard the sportfish yacht made a call that they where stuck to the jetty and taking on water. A swift response by air-rescue to save the five crew was organized, with North Charleston Fire, Coast Guard Station Charleston, Coast Air Facility Charleston, South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, Mount Pleasant and Sullivan's Island Fire Department, Charleston Pilots, SeaTow, and TowBoatU.S assisting in this recovery.  The State Department of Natural Resources is investigating the incident.

The yacht in this accident is an Ocean Yacht 52 Super Sport as produced from 2001 to 2006.  The 52 Super Sport was a replacement to the 53 Super Sport, and was replaced by the Ocean Yachts 54 Super Sport.

Aicon New Web Site

Aicon Yachts presents its new World wide web showroom.  Starting up in 1993 as a turnkey interior design solution for yachts, the company moved to Sicily in the Messina area in 1996, and in 1999 it showed its aim to become a boat builder. In 2001 Aicon launched its 56 model, designed by Fulvio de Simoni.  The first Aicon was an important success, which sold over one hundred units in an eight year production run and also received the 2002 Cannes World Yachts Trophy in its size. In 2007 Aicon acquires the down East lobster boat Morgan brand.  In 2012 Aicon closes its doors due to the 2008 financial and the 2012 Italian crises which hits the boating sector hard.  In 2018 American investors Marc-Udo Broich and John Venner buy the Aicon name and set out to prepare a plan for relaunch.  Currently Aicon is offering three models, a new Sergio Cutolo designed 66 set to be launched in the end of 2020, the 72, and the 85.  The new Aicon website takes you around with the following buttons; Home, Yachts, Aicon Yachts History, News and Events, Press Area, Contacts, and Login.  Aicon is also on social media with button links at the bottom of the page taking you into its Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter pages. 

www.aiconyachts.com

Production History;

56 2001-08 (100+)  Fulvio de Simoni design

52 2003-05 (5+-)

64 Fly 2004-12 (40+)  Marco Mannino design

72 S 2005-12 

54 2006-12 (10+-)

62 2006-12 (20+)

85 2006-15 (6)

75 Flybridge 2007-12 (5+-)

90 2008 (1)

58 Flybridge 2008-12

82 Open 2009-12

66 Vivere 2022-  Sergio Cutolo design

New Launch: Yachting Developments 33m Hull 1017

2020 is off to a busy start for Yachting Developments, with the Auckland-based yard’s latest superyacht, the 33 metre Al Duhail Hull 1017 launching on 22 January 2020. Hull 1017 safely entered the water in Hobsonville before travelling to Auckland’s Viaduct Harbour where she will undergo final finishing work ahead of sea trials. Al Duhail is an all-carbon sportfish super yacht, featuring naval architecture and design work by Warwick Yacht Design. Her interior was developed by Yachting Developments specialist interior team in conjunction with the owner. The owner’s interior brief was for a simple, elegant style. Key materials used include oak wood with a light decor, including white panelling and cream carpets, offset by pops of colour in the soft furnishings. Accommodation is for 10 guests, including the master suite and four guest cabins, plus two crew cabins. Powered by twin MTU 2000hp engines, her estimated cruising speed is twenty knots, with top speeds up to thirty knots.

Technical Data:

LOA - 33 m (109ft)

Waterline Length - 27.5 m

Beam - 7.5 m

Draft - 1.5 m

Accommodation - ten berths in five cabins, four crew in two cabins

Engines - 2 x MTU 16V2000 M96L 2000hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 30 knots max 20 knots cruise

Construction - carbon fiber

Project - Warwick Design

www.yachingdevelopments.co.nz

Project: Rossinavi 49.70m Lel

Rossinavi project Lel, is a 49 meter two deck and half super yacht, designed by Luca Dini with naval architecture by Arrabito.   The project of the Lel is focused on two important social areas, the beach club and the aft deck crystal covered veranda.  Lel is set to be delivered in 2020 and is to be powered by twin MTU 3459hp which will allow top speeds of 23 knots and a cruise of 19.  A cruise of 11 knots will give a four thousand nautical miles range. 

www.rossinavi.it

New Model: Galeon 680 Fly

Galeon's new 680 Fly joined the latest fourth generation models and introduced some exciting new features to the segment. With a lightweight construction taking advantage of carbon fiber technologies its powerful, yet elegant frame will offer commendable performance and great handling. Outside, the guest will be able to find respite in several leisure areas on the top deck, bow and in the cockpit. Up front, the sundeck feature can be transformed into a seating area with a touch of a button, so it can be used even during light cruising. The vast flybridge is sure to impress and accommodate even a dozen guests, all protected by the carbon bimini top. On board the Galeon 680 Fly, passengers will find incredible volume, a bright and welcoming interior and a highly custom, luxurious finish. A large saloon with a designated entertainment area and two separate stairways leading down below to four guest cabins were designed to ensure comfort and privacy.  The Galeon 680 Fly is standard powered by twin 1000hp Volvo engines, with 1200hp Man available as option.

Technical Data:

LOA - 22.20 m (72.9ft)

Hull Length - 20.9 m

Beam - 5.25 m

Draft - 1.56 m

Displacement - 37250 kg light

Fuel Capacity - 1 x 1600 and 1 x 1750 l (total 3350l)

Water Capacity - 800 l

Accommodation - eight guests in four cabins, one or two crew berths

Engines - 2 x Volvo D13 1000hp, Man 1200hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Project - Tony Castro

Certification - CE B

www.galeon.pl

Project: Wajer 55 HT

Same theme different user.  Wajer present the third version of the 55, and this time is the HT for hard top variant.  The Wajer 55 HT gets a three sided hard-top with opening sunroof up top.  Designed by Sinot with naval architecture by Vripack, the Wajer 55 sleeps four in two cabins below deck.  The exterior deck is available in two layout choices, with aft sun pad and L-shaped lounges on the sides, or a large U-shaped settee with lounge pad aft.  The Wajer 55 HT is to be powered by triple Volvo 480hp with IPS pod drives, this allowing for top speed up to forty knots and a cruise of 28.

www.wajer.com

New Model: Windy 37 Shamal

During the 2020 Dusseldorf boat show Windy presented its new 37 Shamal model.  Designed by Espen Oino, this is the Norwegian style DNA projected in the future.  The Windy 37 Shamal is an interesting day sport cruiser, with a full on sporty DNA but with interesting accommodation especially outside. Its external aft deck exterior cockpit while offering the traditional layout of aft sunpad, C-shaped dinette, and wet bar to port side has very interesting spaces which one would associate with sports cruisers a couple meters bigger.  Down below the 37 Shamal offers a forward double Vee-berth, and another double midships berth, with a shower/head and galley in between.  There is not a lot of news on power choices but hull one was powered by twin Volvo 400hp with stern drive propulsion.

Technical Data:

LOA - 11.25 m (36.9ft)

Hull Length - 10.64 m

Beam - 3.33 m

Displacement - 7500 kg dry

Fuel Capacity - 650 l

Water Capacity - 200 l

Accommodation - four berths

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 400hp

Propulsion - Volvo dual propeller stern drives

Project - Espen Oino interior and exterior,  Meyer Norshau naval architect 

Certification - CE B

www.windyboats.com

Super Yacht Capsizes in Perama Greece

A seventy meter super yacht titled m/y Nourah of Riyad partly capsized in Perama, Athens Greece as it was doing lifting out operations on Monday morning sixteenth March.  The super yacht partially sank on its starboard side in the the incident.  No injuries and marine pollution have been reported during the incident.

Nourah of Riyad is a Yachtley seventy meter build in 2008 at Kocaeli, Turkey to a design of Donald Starkey.  When launched Nourah was the largest yacht build in Turkey. Founded 2005 Yachtley is owned by Saudi Arabian Fal Holding and has delivered two super yachts to date.

Project: Beneteau Project E 73

The second model for the Project E present at Dusseldorf 2020 was the 22 metres long 73 designed for an eight guests and four crew accommodation plan. Beneteau is saying the Project E 73 will have similar accommodation inside to that of a 26 meter super yacht.  Careful attention has been paid to the flow of movement on board, to make crew circulation easier. A raised pilothouse is located midships, cleverly positioned between the main deck and the flybridge and accessed by a dedicated stairway.

www.beneteau.com

Viking Sportfish Sinks in Fernardina Bay

An eighteen meter Viking sportfish yacht titled Foolish Pleasure sank after it hit the jetties in Fernandina Bay, Fort Clinch, Florida on 05:00 hours of Sunday fifteen March.  With the impact Foolish Pleasure opened a gap of about two meters in the hull, and stuck on the jetty and later on with the rising tide, tilted to its starboard side and sank.  The crew and guests of Foolish Pleasure where assisted by Nassau County Sheriff.  The Viking sportfish yacht was recovered the following day with a crane and a floating barge handling the operation.  This was a navigational error as the Fernandina Bay jetties are marked on the charts, even though they are invisible with high tide and might allow you to just make it through.  Foolish Pleasure was reportedly sold just some weeks before this sinking, with an asking price of three million US$.

M/y Foolish Pleasure is a 2014 Viking 62 Enclosed Bridge, a model produced from 2013 to 2020.  Also offered as 62 Convertible the Viking 62 Enclosed Bridge came out as a replacement 60 Convertible, and was replaced by the second generation 64 in 2021.

Majesty Super Yacht Fire in Puerto Portals

A thirty Majesty super yacht titled m/y Minerva caught fire on March fifteen at six o'clock morning time in Mallorca, at Calvia's Marina Puerto Portals.  Fire fighters from Calvia with a sergeant and two technicians controlled the fire.  Motor Yacht Minerva was deemed total loss and a wreck after the incident and no persons have suffered injuries in the event.

M/y Minerva is a Majesty 101, a semi production super yacht produced from 2007 up to 2016 in ten units.  The Majesty 101 was a successful model for the Dubai yacht builder part of the Gulf Craft group, as it was replaced by the 100 model in 2017.

Raffaelli New Web Site

A renowned and long standing Italian yacht builder, Raffaelli presents its new website. Raffaelli journey starts in 1962 when Renato partners a boat service yard in Fano's commercial harbour with Luciano Mochi.  In 1970 Renato Raffaelli part ways from Mochi, going on his own and starts boat production in 1972.  During the Mochi partnership, Renato will win the longest and hardest Mediterrean powerboat race to ever exist, the Bastia-Viareggio-Bastia with the production build Mochi Thaitayn in Offshore Class Two category in 1968.   Renato Raffaelli will follow this by winning Italian Offshore Class Two category in 1970, which will prize him the Golden Nautical Rose in Italy. Raffaelli first model was the wood built 9.30 meter Compass Rose launched in the end of 1972, which was followed in 1974 by the 35 Regal flybridge and Day version built in fiberglass.  Raffaelli will have a gradual and important expansion over the years, and from the eighties till the noughties it will produce about twenty to thirty boats a year. This expansion is also shown in larger models from the thirteen meter Super Typhoon which debuts in 1983, to the fifteen meter Ouragan designed by Fulvio de Simoni presented three years, to the AMC series first of 20 and then 22 meters produced from the early to late nineties.  Following the great recession of 2009 and spiralling downward new boat sales in Italy, in 2010 Raffaelli is in financial difficulty and enters bankruptcy protection status giving managing duties to Stefano Marinucci one of the most Raffaelli  productive dealers in previous years and Aurelio La Noce his sales manager.  This experience does not bring the desired stability and from 2015 the son of Renato, Giampiero Raffaelli rebrings the helm of the company to the family.  Raffaelli has always had a reputation for seaworthy boats, proven with the CE A category certification versus the B most boats of similar size feature. Currently Raffaelli is producing seven models in two ranges, Fly and Open, and start from the 40 Shamal Evo to the 70 Ontera. Raffaelli latest model is the end 2018 launched Compass Rose 50 Evo.  Raffaelli new web site is available in Italian, and English language and takes you around with the following buttons; Home, About Us, Yachts, Club and Concierge, International, Sponsoring, News, and Contact Us. Raffaelli is also on social media with link buttons for its Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube pages located at the bottom of the page.

www.raffaelliyacht.com

Production History:

Compass Rose 9.40m 1972-79

Regal 35 1974-83 *fiberglass construction starts

RaffY 4.99m 1976-77

Regal 35 Day 1979-83

Typhoon 10.50 m 1979-86 *Typhoon 9.60m project

Typhoon Day 10.50m 1981-89

Typhoon Super 13 m 1981-86

Typhoon Middle Flying 12m 1984-89

Typhoon Middle Day 12m 1985-89

Ouragan 15.50m 1986-93 (29)

Storm 14m 1987-90

Big Game 10.50m 1989-91

Typhoon 90 10.50m 1990-99 (30)

Storm S 14.50m 1990-98

Typhoon Fly 11.40m 1991-2000 

Tempest 13.10 m 1992-98

Mistral S 14.50m 1993-99

AMC 20 1992-94

AMC 22 1994-99

Middle Day 12m 1994-97

Maestrale 52 1995-2003 (100+-) includes Maestrale 53

Levante 1998-2005

Levante Day 1999-2002

Shamal 40 2000-06

Compass Rose 50 2001-15 *48 Compass Rose project 

Kubang 57 2002-10

Maestrale 53 2004-05 (100+-) includes Maestrale 52

Ontera 70 2006- *Ontera 65 project

Shamal Evo 40 2007-

Calima 47 2007-

Meltemi 65 2008- *Meltemi 63 project

42 Typhoon Sportage 2015-

Compass Rose Evo 50 2017-

Project: Heesen 67m Project Sparta YN 20067

First presented at the Monaco Yacht Show 2018 as Project Avanti, this new design captured the attention of a client who fell in love with its dynamic architecture. Set for delivery in 2023, this is the third sale by Heesen in 2019. With no less than thirteen yachts currently under construction, Heesen confirms its leading role in the superyacht industry.  The elegant sheer line of Project Sparta connects a strong bow to an inviting transom, characterized by a stepped aft deck area with a five meter infinity pool. Indoor and outdoor spaces connect harmoniously and create the perfect haven for family life and relaxation. By incorporating a raised pilothouse, Winch Design has conceived a new-look sporty profile and paved the way for the next generation of Heesen yachts.  With a top speed of sixteen knots and an innovative FDHF hull devised by Van Oossanen, Project Sparta is not only beautiful but extremely efficient, too. The Owner, an experienced charterer and yacht connoisseur, has appointed Arcon Yachts as project manager.  An outstanding interior volume maximizes every corner of the 1200 GT space. The layout of Heesen Project Sparta is characterized by a full-beam salon on the main deck. This feature, unique on a vessel of this size. The indoor dining area seamlessly connects to the aft deck terrace, which is protected on both sides for optimal comfort, and allows for a smooth transition, both at anchor and when underway. Four guest suites are located forward on the main deck. Thanks to a sliding partition, the two forward cabins transform into a luxurious full beam VIP.  An off-center spiral staircase with glass elevator services all three decks. The lower deck houses a luxurious walk-in wellness area with oval Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and gymnasium, as well as the crew quarters and galley.  The Owner has reserved the entire bridge deck for himself. Two suites are located one forward with its private outdoor lounge area located fore, and the other facing aft with access to the private terrace with outdoor dining and lounging.  The focal attention on the sundeck is the Jacuzzi surrounded by a bar and large sun pads.  Fifteen crew and a nanny will discreetly service the guests thanks to a carefully designed flow of movement. Provisioning is made simple thanks to a shell door located on port side, and tenders and toys are conveniently stored in the forward garage with gull wing doors.

www.heesenyachts.com

New Model: Benetti Diamond 145

On the morning of Saturday January 25, the first Diamond 145 unit was launched by the Viareggio’s Benetti slipway. The 44-meter-long Class category flagship was given its baptism in the sea at an impressive ceremony in front of hundreds of spectators. There was an emotional atmosphere for the slipway launch of the first Diamond 145 unit, the 44-meter fiberglass flagship in the Class category, which touched the water for the first time with the entire city looking on. Welcoming the Authorities, the public, suppliers and all the company’s workers and office staff, Azimut|Benetti Group President Paolo Vitelli spoke of a spectacular launch. Diamond 145, sold thanks to the brokers Domeyachts and The Doc Yacht Services, is a powerful yet elegant yacht with a fiberglass hull, a gross tonnage of 456 tonnes, and a range of 3600 nautical miles at a cruising speed of eleven knots. The design of the exteriors, taken together with the contribution from Benetti’s Interior Style Department, underscores the details and celebrates harmonious, balanced proportions. The yacht, of which two units have already been sold, is the only fiberglass yacht of this size available today on the market. The design of the big seamless glazed surfaces on the main decks flows along the entire length of the yacht, allowing natural light to flood into interiors accommodating ten guests in five cabins, while the captain has a private cabin on the Upper Deck, near the helm station. In the stern, sliding glass doors open out onto a spacious beach area.

Technical Data:

LOA - 44.06 m (144.7ft)

Beam - 9.05 m

Draft - 2.28 m

Displacement - 362 t loaded

Accommodation - ten guests in five cabins, seven crew in five cabins

Engines - 2 x Man V12 1400hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - fifteen knots max, eleven knots economic cruise

Range - 3800 nautical miles at eleven knots

Construction - fiberglass

Project - Giorgio M.Cassetta exterior, Beneteri interior

www.benettiyachts.it

Project: Absolute Navetta 64

During the Dusseldorf boat show 2020, Absolute presented the project for a new Navetta 64, which will sit in between the 2019 Navetta 68 novelty, and the just redesigned 58 models.  The Absolute Navetta 64 sees Absolute think out of the box for the lower deck layout, with an important option also revolving around the stern area, with an option for a Beach Club version.  The Beach Club version will feature two fixed up glass water tight doors, which open to a cabin that can transform to a fourth cabin with sofa which transforms to a double berth VIP cabin with private en-suite shower head to port side.  The lower deck layout of the Navetta 64 will feature as the other two bigger and smaller Navetta's a forward owner stateroom, with a midships VIP cabin to port side, and a third cabin to starboard.  A crew cabin is located to starboard with a private entrance from the aft deck.  The main deck with an astern galley will all be flush deck, with the exception for three steps leading up to the central twin seat pilot station.  A lot of thinking also went in the Navetta 64 to increase the glazed surfaces area on the main deck and as the above rendering shows the side bulwarks are left open in order to increase the view from the interior and saloon dinette areas to the outside.  The Navetta 64 will be powered by the large Volvo 900hp as standard and or optional 1000hp engines.

www.absoluteyachts.com

New Model: Comitti Breva 35

During the 2020 Dusseldorf boat show Italian Lake Como boat builder Comitti presented its new 35 Breva model.  This new Breva 35 apart being the new largest flagship model from Comitti follows the success on the 2019 launched Breva 29.  With the Breva 35 model Comitti gives tribute to traditional Italian runabouts of the past, with an important look to the future.  Needless to say the Breva 35 is an impressive looking machine, but apart looking great this new sport day cruiser offers interesting accommodation spaces both inside and outside.  The most interesting spaces comes in the central part of the exterior cockpit with L-shaped settee and wet-bar being the fulcrum of day activities.  While inside accommodation is also very interesting thanks to a forward convertible V-berth and central midships cabin, with a galley and shower head in between.  The Breva 35 is offered with thirteen engine choices from twin Mercruiser Gasoline 250hp up to 480hp engines, with everything including twin diesels in between. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 10.71 m (35.1ft)

Hull Length - 9.92 m

Beam - 2.99 m

Draft - 0.99 m

Displacement - 4900 kg dry and with smallest engines

Fuel Capacity - 650 l

Water Capacity - 170 l

Accommodation - two plus two berths

Engines - 2 x Mercruiser 4.5L V6 250hp, 6.2L V8 300hp, 350hp, 8.2 Mag 375hp, Volvo V6 260hp, V8 300hp, 350hp, 380hp, 430hp, 480hp Gasoline, Mercruise MD3.0 DTS 230hp, 270hp, Volvo D3 220hp Diesel

Propulsion - Mercruise Bravo Three or Volvo DP dual propeller stern drive

www.comittigroup.com

Project: Steeler Bronson 50

Steeler present the project Bronson 50, designed by Vripack this is an open type Mediterranean open sport yacht with a unique connection between the interior areas and outdoor spaces. This connection is provided thanks to a huge glass surface under the windshield which integrates the cockpit to the cabin area. The Bronson 50 will welcome guests aft in a wind-protected bench complete with side tables. Moving forward, a central expansive sun bed with back rest which if desired slides aft or forward so you can choose which way to lie and in which direction. Under the lounge bed is another large storage area, with room for a tender. Approaching amidships are two comfy L-shaped lounge benches to port and starboard, each with a table. At least eight people can enjoy lunch or cocktails here in outstanding comfort and sheltered from the wind.  The helm station offers four professional seats looking forward. Down below is a kitchenette while still maintaining direct contact with the people who are at the helm or chilling on the bow rider seating. The split-level lounge is another nice place to relax on the sofa while still feeling very much in the thick of the action. This whole area can be closed off at the push of a button with a glass hatch roof and glass sides should the weather becomes inclement.  The lower deck also includes two cabins; a full-beam cabin below and a standing-room-height master suite forward with a shower room. The lounge settee also converts into a bed, so the Bronson 50 can sleep up to six guests.  The Steeler Bronson 50 will be powered by twin Volvo 600hp standard, and or optional 725hp engines with IPS pod drives.  Standard power is estimated to give top speeds up to 35 knots, while optional units will increase top end by five up to forty knots.

www.steeleryachts.com

New Model: Sirena 58 Coupe

During the 2020 Miami boat show Sirena presented the new 58 Coupe.  Designed by German Frers and launched as Sirena 56 in 2017, the Sirena 58 Coupe is in all the standard 58 with flybridge model, with a hard-top replacing the fly deck, and this in term reducing air draft.  This model should open a new market for Sirena possibly for customers who like to cruise more inland waterways, as the Northern part of Europe.    

Technical Data:

LOA - 18.68 m (61ft)

Hull Length - 17.1 m

Waterline Length - 17 m

Beam - 5.36 m

Draft - 1.24 m

Displacement - 36 t loaded and with Cats 850hp

Fuel Capacity - 3600 l

Water Capacity - 800 l

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

Engines - 2 x Cats C8.7 650hp, C12.9 850hp

Propulsion - V-drive line shaft

Speed - 30 knots max with Cats 850hp (27 with 650hp) 16 knots cruise, 10 knots long range

Range - 850 nm at 10 knots

Hull Shape - semi displacement

Construction - Vinilester resin with sandwich construction, carbon fiber added to super structure

Project - German Frers exterior and engineering, Spadolini interior

Certification - CE A

www.sirenayachts.com

Project: Ferretti 1000

During the Dusseldorf boat show 2020 Ferretti presented the project for a new flagship the 1000 model.  This model replaces the 960 as the largest Ferretti Yacht ever built, that is excluding the separate but connected Custom Line brand.  The 1000 continues exterior design duties entrusted to Filippo Salvetti, while the interior is to be designed by IdeaeItalia.  As the above rendering shows the 1000 is a raised pilot house type super yacht, and Ferretti Group emphasized two things for this model; volume citing it as the most spacious super yacht in its size and type, and the use for a lot of carbon fiber to reduce weight. According to Ferretti the 1000 will also have a revolutionary stern area.  

www.ferretti-yachts.com

New Model: Majesty 120

Gulf Craft is proud to announce the official launch of its brand-new super yacht, the 37-meter tri-deck Majesty 120. The stunning addition to the Majesty Yachts, Superyacht Collection took to the waters of the Emirates for the first time on 18th February. Launched on schedule, advancement of the technologically engineered and exquisitely designed super yacht represents a major milestone for the Emirates based yacht builder. The launch of the Majesty 120 represents the latest chapter in the story of a project that was first announced during the Monaco Yacht Show 2019 by Mohammed H. Alshaali, Executive Chairman. Constructed using advanced composites such as GRP and carbon fibre, the Majesty 120 is one of the company’s most highly anticipated projects to date. Since its announcement, the team has received multiple interests in this super yacht. In a series of engineering breakthroughs for Gulf Craft, the super yacht is the first-ever Majesty Yacht model to have its onboard equipment fully electrically powered, with no hydraulic systems being used. The result is a noise-free environment and a less demanding maintenance lifespan. Only the engines and generators remain powered by conventional diesel methods. The super yacht’s dynamic exterior profile features angular lines and contemporary styling. The shipyard’s in-house design team followed the new DNA of Majesty Yachts – Superyacht Collection as featured on the award-winning Majesty 140. One of the key features onboard is the vast sun deck space, which is 30 per cent larger than yachts in its class. The Italian studio of Cristiano Gatto Design Team undertook the interior design, following their collaboration with Gulf Craft in the design of the Majesty 175 and the interior of the Majesty 140. The team worked to a brief that called for a minimalist yacht to meet international tastes, resulting in a modern and contemporary interior design. Onboard, the Majesty 120 accommodates up to 11 guests across five spacious staterooms in a first of its kind asymmetric layout. A total of seven crew are also accommodated onboard. The launch of the Majesty 120 follows a series of construction updates in recent months. The hull was first released from the mold in the first quarter of 2019 in an example of Gulf Craft’s efficient production methods. Then in December, Gulf Craft announced that the superyacht’s main deck and sun deck had been successfully joined to the hull. This sandwich-construction and smart module thinking ensured the build schedule would be shorter, thereby ensuring that the completion deadline of March 2020 was met. The Majesty 120 has a confirmed Gross Tonnage of 290 GT and is powered by twin MTU 2600hp each.

Technical Data:

LOA - 37 m (121.8ft)

Beam - 8.10 m

Draft - 2 m

Displacement - 200 t

Fuel Capacity - 24340 l

Water Capacity - 4069 l

Accommodation - eleven guests in five cabins, seven crew in four cabins

Engines - 2 x MTU 2600hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Project - Gulf Craft naval architecture and exterior, Christian Gatto interior

www.gulfcraftinc.com

Project: Windy SLR60

During the 2020 Dusseldorf boat show Windy announced a new flagship and its biggest build to date with the SLR60 project designed by Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design  The first of these powerful sixty feet sport yacht chase boats has been commissioned by an experienced super yacht owner.  Apart the first order Windy has confirmed that it has put the SLR60 into production as the company’s flagship, that means this will not be a one off custom build but a plan to deliver more units.  Little details are available so far about the SLR60, but Windy and McKeon are saying that a lot of attention is going into it having a very dry ride from the bow flare to important chine testing.  The first unit of the SLR60 will also feature extra fuel tanks which will enable an impressive range of 850 nautical miles at 25 knots.

www.windyboats.com

New Model: Mag Bay 42

Mag Bay presents its new 42 model.  This the second model in the Mag Bay line following a 33 outboard center console which by end 2019 had arrived at hull number 35.  Designed by Micheal Peters the Mag Bay 42 is a fine looking express sportfish cruiser, in a market which contrary to a decade ago or before, and due to the success of the outboard center consoles is really flat at the moment.  The Mag Bay 42 is powered by twin 1000hp Volvo with line shaft propulsion.  No speed data has so far been announced.  The first hull from design to tooling took just over six hundred days to complete, showing the amount of technical detailing that Mag Bay has went before it launched its new big second model.  Founded in 2016 Mag Bay comes from the same family which founded Cabo in 1991, who are renowned for getting production and details close to perfection.  With this model the Mag Bay founders return to a style of an inboard powered sportfish cruiser, which with the previous brand they dominated in the sub forty feet size, especially in between late nineties and up until 2007.  History might repeat itself again, I guess time will tell, the product does seem to have all the credentials to do it. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 12.87 m (42.3ft)

Beam - 4.80 m

Displacement - 19050 kg

Fuel Capacity - 2649 l

Accommodation - two plus two berths

Engines - 2 x Volvo D13 1000hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Hull Shape - modified Vee with 18 degrees deadrise aft

Project - Michael Peters

www.magbayyachts.com

Improve-it = Riviera 5400 Sport Yacht

When launched to an admiring market, the 5400 Sport Yacht won immediate acclaim as an exciting single-level entertainer with intelligent and progressive design wedded to keel-to-wheel integration of Volvo Inboard Propulsion System pod drives.  Sleek lines, raked entry and a super yacht-like radar arch infuse the vessel with a sport pedigree, attesting to a level of driving pleasure and refinement befitting its moniker.  Standard power for the Platinum Edition is a pair of Volvo 725hp diesels that deliver silky mid-range acceleration and an impressive top speed up 35 knots.  The 5400 Sport Yacht is a turn-key luxury sports package with everything needed for on-water relaxation, starting with aft facing seating under the awning that is the al fresco dining and socializing hub.  The new edition 5400 offers a new Riviera Platinum Silver wet bar including bench top, refrigerator, ice-maker, sink and two-plate electric barbecue.  Accommodation in the Rivera 5400 Sport Yacht comprises either a three-cabin and two-bathroom layout or an optional two-cabin layout with lower lounge area. Owners enjoy a full-beam master stateroom, with exceptional headroom and airiness surrounding a king-size bed. Hull windows and opening port lights add to the sense of connectivity with the outdoor elements.

www.rivieraaustralia.com

Project: Numarine 22 XP

Numarine, the European high performance motor-yacht shipyard headquartered in Istanbul, offering a range of yachts from 19 to 45 meters, to unveil an entry-level model for the highly successful XP Series. The new 22 XP yacht is a response to the clients’ demand for compact explorers.  The company’s long-standing partners designed the boat inside and out. Can Yalman is responsible for exterior and interior, while Umberto Tagliavini took care of the efficient naval architecture. The new yacht has gigantic angular windows like the 26 XP and 32 XP, large social areas, spacious flybridge. Every detail shows she’s part of the XP Series’ pioneering DNA.  The layout of the 22XP offers four spacious cabins, including a full-beam master suite. All of them are on the lower deck, filled with natural light. There are also a vast main deck saloon, open cockpit and a grand flybridge, one of the features that made the XP Series so popular among yacht owners.  Numarine plans to start building the first unit of the 22XP later in 2020 on spec. The world debut is scheduled for the Cannes Yachting Festival 2021. 

www.numarine.com