New Launch: CRN 72m hull.139

On thirteen March a new full-custom CRN super yacht was launched today at the Ferretti Group Superyacht Yard. The CRN 139 Project has been christened in a private ceremony. 72 metres long, over twelve meters in beam and with a gross tonnage of 1,880 GT, the vessel has been designed and built by CRN, which also developed the entire naval architecture. The concept and the exterior lines were created by design and architecture studio Vallicelli Design, while architects Nuvolari Lenard took care of the interiors and their subdivision together with the yard. The result is a fully bespoke 72-metre steel and aluminium yacht spanning 6 decks and accommodating up to twelve guests and nineteen crew. The CRN M/Y 139 is a super yacht with a striking sense of style. She combines functional and design solutions in a sophisticated overall harmony, while the superstructure exudes an essential visual concision emphasised by the smooth external lines that impart an original, elegant aesthetic. This sublime fully custom super yacht vaunts extremely generous internal and external spaces, devised to offer the owner family a memorable on-board living experience in total privacy and comfort. Among the many standout features, the large full-height windows lend a softness to the lines, offsetting her impressive dimensions. The new 72-metre CRN M/Y 139 is a supreme expression of CRN’s design and construction skill – that talent for creating unique, distinctive designs that reflect and enhance their owners’ vision, personality and style. Another three full-custom CRN yachts are currently under construction at the Ferretti Group Superyacht Yard, the multi-brand hub in Ancona stretching over almost 80,000 sqm. These are the 67-metre hull.143, the 85-metre hull.144, and the 70-metre hull.145. Also taking shape there are a Ferretti Custom Line Navetta 50, a Pershing 140 #03 and Pershing 140 #04 in aluminium, plus a Riva 50Metri #03 and a Riva Superyacht Division 54Metri in aluminium and steel. In addition, the entire Ferretti Custom Line production output is being built there too, with 27 yachts now under construction in the sheds or at the finishing and testing stages at the docks prior to delivery to their owners.

Technical Data:

LOA - 72 m (236ft)

Beam - 12.40 m

Draft - 3.3 m

Displacement - 1880 GT *volume

Accommodation - twelve guests in six cabins, nineteen crew in twenty cabins

Construction - steel hull aluminium super structure

Project - Andrea Vallicelli exterior, Nuvolari Lenard interior, Ferretti Group naval architecture

Certification - Lloyds Cross of Malta 100A1 Mono G6 LMC

www.crn-yacht.com

Project: Filippetti Sport 102

Filippetti present the project for the Sport 102, a flagship to its sports line which starts at seventeen meters and with this new model now stretches out to thirty meters and a total of four models. The Sport 102 is a performance orientated model designed by Fulvio De Simoni and the Filippetti's design team, with its novelty being the first super sport yacht in its size to feature an owners stateroom on the forward full body area of the main-deck. With this the Sport 105 will feature an interior with five double cabins and large living areas connected to an amazing sundeck completely dedicated to comfort and privacy. The Filippetti Sport 102 is to be standard powered by twin Man 2000hp with line shafts good for about thirty knots top speed, and or optional twin MTU 2638hp with surface drives which will increase wide open throttle speed up to 35 knots.

www.filippettiyacht.com

New Model: Cantiere Delle Marche RJ 115

Cantiere delle Marche has launched the first RJ 115 model, titled m/y Stellamar this is the second RJ series following the 130 launched in 2021.  The RJ series stems from a fruitful collaboration between the yard’s team and the talented Francesco Paszkowski who has developed a successful series of contemporary modern explorer yachts with an RJ 130 delivered and two more RJ 115 and RJ 155 in the pipeline, this commissioned by the owner of ,/y Stellamar.  Needless to add that this represents an attestation of trust for Cantiere delle Marche and provides a further reference within the yachting community. All models in the RJ line share a strong personality characterized by extremely well-balanced volumes and proportions throughout the design, as well as those characterizing features as, for example the invisible crane.  The RJ 115 project pays respect to the most exquisite yacht design tradition while implementing it with highly sophisticated design solutions. An extensive use of glass in the bulwarks and the open stern enhance the visual continuity with the surrounding environment. RJ 115 profile is tense yet it encompasses sensuous lines that add an unrivalled elegance to her exterior design. With this project, Francesco Paszkowski shows that medium size dimensions are not the enemy of creativity as they make it more effective. Paszkowski succeeded in providing the 35m super yacht with large spaces and luxury amenities while staying true to her explorer yacht’s soul, a peculiarity which sets Cantiere delle Marche from the other players in the super yacht industry.  The RJ 115 is an elegant yet robust, reliable, environment friendly, long range explorer super yacht with unrivalled technical equipment that allow her Owner, family and friends to enjoy safe journeys to the most remote and secluded areas of the globe. For all technical aspects, CdM has drawn not only on the expertise of its in-house design and engineering department but also that of long-standing partner Hydro Tec entrusted for the naval architecture.  The interior layout of this first RJ 115 was tailored to the Owner family’s specific needs and provides ensuite accommodation for eight guests in four lower deck cabins, and a master stateroom on the main deck forward. A crew of seven has their quarters on the Lower deck in three cabins while the Captain’s is next to the wheelhouse on the Upper deck.  A cleverly designed layout offers easy circulation and a functional connection between the decks with all exterior stairs located on the port side and large side walkways. Great emphasis has been given to outdoor areas with large lounging/dining areas on all decks. Yet, should you have enough of sun and wind, when you enter the Main or Upper salon you don’t lose contact with the outdoors as vast windows light the rooms while visually connecting them to the sea beyond.  On the Lower deck you realize that natural light and views are not reserved solely to the upper decks as all four guest cabins on the Lower deck, two Vip and two twin cabins, are indeed bright and airy thanks to large windows.  The yacht’s interior design and decoration are easy on the eye and shapes remain just as soft as the neutral colour palette. Textures of both wood and fabrics also play a central role by echoing materials found in nature. The interior decoration of Stellamar, in its entirety, work in harmony creating warm and welcoming environments. An extensive use of bright natural oak for flooring and ceilings and cream leather wall panelling gives the interior a soothing atmosphere throughout the yacht, in both social and private areas. Paszkowski designed all fixed furniture and chose, together with the Owners, most of the loose furniture and accessories by renowned manufacturers such as the Arpège Meridienne sofas by Christian Liaigre for the lounging area in the Main Salon, the Poliform Saint Germain sofa in the Skylounge, armchairs Archibald by Poltrona Frau, Cassina Hola chairs in the dining area whose table boasts a beautiful Breccia Aurora marble top. All bathrooms share the same bright and relaxing mood thanks to matt white statuary marble coupled to natural oak. The shower stall in the Owner’s bath is equipped with infra-red sauna and hammam.  The RJ 115 is a full-displacement explorer vessel with steel hull and aluminium superstructure. and powered by twin heavy-duty Caterpillar 724hp each  allows for range of around 5500nm at an economic speed of nine knots. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 35 m (114.8ft)

Waterline Length - 32.7 m

Beam - 7.50 m

Draft - 2.30 m

Displacement - 283 gt *volume

Fuel Capacity - 45000 l

Water Capacity - 6000 l

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

Engines - 2 x Cats C18 Acert 724hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - thirteen knots max, ten cruise, nine knots long range

Range - 5500 nm at nine knots

Hull Shape - full displacement

Construction - steel hull aluminium super structure

Project - Francesco Paszkowski exterior and interior, Sergio Cutolo Hydro Tech naval architect

www.cantieredellemarche.com

Project: Airon Marine Amx 35

Airon presents the project for the new Amx 35 set to launch later on in this 2023 year.  The Amx 35 is redevelopment of the Amx 34 launched in 2017.  The new Amx 35 will feature a complete redesign to the exterior cockpit layout, now with an aft offset to port side sun-pad and an L or C-shaped dinette.  The windscreen passageway which was central located in the Amx 34 has also been moved to an off-central port side passage-way now.  Inside it seems the Airon Amx 35 will not feature important changes, with the layout of a three plus two berths, in a midships cabin with three berths, and a convertible U-shaped dinette to remain unchanged.  The Airon Amx 35 is powered by twin engines from Volvo 270hp up to 320hp diesels and or 350hp petrol gas choices.  All engines are with stern drive propulsion.

www.aironmarine.it

One Man Severely Injured in Riviera Boat Explosion

One man was seriously injured as a thirteen meter sports cruiser exploded during refueling at Akuna Bay Marina, General San Martin Drive, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, Australia on 15:45 of Wednesday nineteen April 2023.  According to reports the boat exploded from fuel overflowing which made contact with the generator, and throwing the fuel operator into the water, and then started a fire onboard the sport cruiser.  The fuel operators assisted the man first, freed the boat from the fueling dock, and then called emergency services. Five NSW Ambulance crews responded to the scene, with a NSW Toll Ambulance Rescue Helicopter also coming just before 16:40 hours, along with NSW Rural Fire Service, bringing among other equipment  hazmat to contain hazardous material spills.  Meanwhile, medical crews were tending to the seriously injured worker, who had received burns to approximately 35 percent of his body, including face, arms, torso and legs who was first treated on the scene and then taken by air to Royal North Shore Hospital in a serious but stable condition just before 17.30 hours.  Ultimately the boat will burn to the water line and was directed to shallow water in order to facilitate clean up operations later on.

The boat in this fire is a Riviera M430 Sport Cruiser as produced from the fall of 2000 till 2007 in 145 units.  The M430 came out as a replacement to the Diavolo 44, with Riviera going out of the open sport cruiser segment in 2007.  The Riviera M430 Sport Cruiser was also sold as the Wellcraft 45 Excalibur in the USA.

New Model: Galeon 440 Fly

During the Dusseldorf 2023 boat show Galeon unveiled its new 440 Fly model. Designed by since the noughties Galeon designer Tony Castro, the new second generation 440 Fly pushes the Polish builder design forward offering the latest details in space gaining design.  By the layout and details the new Galeon 440 Fly is a replacement to the 2016 launched 460 Fly.  As has been Galeon high selling point in recent years the 440 Fly offers Galeon expandable main deck option which extends entertainment space when at anchor by a couple meters. A new details in these drop down balconies is window inserts which when closed will give side views, and when open will give sea views.  The main deck offers a central galley layout, located to port side of the helm station, while the lower deck is offered in two or three double cabins option.  In the three double cabins layout, the third cabin with two bunk berths is located to port side, with this space taken by a large en-suite for the forward VIP cabin in the two cabin option.  The Galeon 440 Fly is to be powered by twin Volvo 440hp or 480hp engine in IPS pod drives or line shaft option.       

Technical Data:

LOA - 13.97 m (45.8ft)

Hull Length - 12.5 m

Beam - 4.2 m

Draft - 0.8 m excludes propellers and or drives

Displacement - 17700 kg light +3005 kg in load

Fuel Capacity - 2 x 850 l

Water Capacity - 225 l + 170 l

Max Persons - fourteen

Accommodation - six berths in three cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 440hp, D6 480hp

Propulsion - Volvo forward dual propeller IPS pod drives, or V-drive line shafts

Speed - thirty knots max

Project - Tony Castro

Certification - CE B

www.galeon.pl

Improve-it = Tornado 38

In the fall of 2022 Tornado launched its latest improved 38 model.  This latest Tornado 38 is powered by twin FPT 450hp with line shaft propulsion.  Other shown improvements to the 38 where the new glazed windows on the hull side which replaced the traditional port hole windows.  An iconic model the 38 was launched by Tornado in 1985, inspired not little from the Magnum 38 from the sixties and seventies and produced in over five hundred units over the years in four variants; Classic/Sport, Flush Deck, Sedan, and the Cruising version.  The popular first two versions signified a different cockpit layout, with the Sedan launched in mid nineties being the rare hardtop version, and the Cruising from 2010 offering a more spacious lower deck and a revised cockpit layout.  A T-Tender 38 project presented in 2018 never materialized.  Today the Tornado 38 is simply called by its size with the model being similar in layout and cockpit to the Flush Deck version.  A Tornado 38 with shafts is not completely new, as the Italian builder build a few of these on order back in the eighties and nineties.  Going into its fiftieth birthday in 2025, it will be interesting to see if Tornado will do something special to celebrate its forever classic 38.

www.tornadoyachts.it

Fast MTI Catamaran Crashes in Tickfaw River

A fourteen meter fast catamaran with five persons onboard crashed while navigating on Tickfaw River, in Livingston, Louisiana at 17:30 hours of Sunday sixteen April.  The fast power catamaran had five persons on board with two being hurt but not grievously injured in the collision.  Eye witnesses reported that the boat changed direction suddenly finishing aground and taking with her several trees for a distance of about thirty meters before stopping.  A good passing by Samaritan who saw the accident loaded the five occupants and took them to Livingston Parish for assistance where Wildlife and Fisheries agents and an ambulance where waiting.

The power catamaran in this accident is a MTI Powerboats 48 Pleasure as produced since 2016.   Founded in 1998 Marine Technologies Inc or as is known MTI Powerboats has taken the fast powerboat market by storm in the last decade first with its fast catamarans and in recent years also with its mono-hull stepped Vee center consoles which where introduced in 2014.  

New Model: Garlington 71 Flybridge

Garlington’s constant refinement since 1980, continues with the new 71 which is built on the success of the 61, but with larger spaces and increased capacities. The 71 is based on the hull form and almost identical proportions of house and bridge with a few subtle improvements to the smaller model.  The first 71, which is build title m/y Miss Behavin was ordered by a previous two Garlington a 58 and a 61 owner.  The Garlington 71 Flybridge offers a four stateroom three head layout, with an owners stateroom at midships to port side.  The first Garlington 71 is powered by twin Man 1900hp engines with top 41 knots speeds reached in its first sea trials.  The Garlington 71 Flybridge seems to have left a nice impression with two more units currently under construction. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 21.64 m (71ft)

Beam - 6.09 m

Draft - 1.67 m

Displacement - 42637 kg

Fuel Capacity - 8517 l

Water Capacity - 1135 l

Accommodation - nine berths in four cabins

Engines - 2 x Man V12 1900hp

Propulsion - line shaft with tunnels and Veem five bladed propellers

Speed - 41 knots max 33 cruise, 29 knots economic fast

Construction - cored sandwich construction with Corecell core, Kevlar and carbon fibre

Project - Applied Concepts Unleashed

www.garlingtonyachts.com

Sirena New Web Site

Sirena Yachts present its new World wide web virtual showroom.  Founded in 2017 Sirena Yachts is the motor boat brand of Sirena Marine.  Sirena Marine was founded in 2006 by Kiraca Holdings, and over the years led to various expansions, and has over the years build over 250 motor boats and 100 sailing boats over the years, along with being commissioned by Azimut-Benetti Group to build the Magellano 43 model.  In 2017 Sirena founded its Yachts segment with a range of explorer yachts designed by Cor D. Rover, with its first presented model being the 64.  Today the Sirena range features nine models including the upcoming entry 48 model, and the three 35M, 42M, and 50M models.  Sirena latest model is the 78 which launched and was presented in the fall of 2022.  Sirena new web site takes you around with the following buttons; Home, Our Philosophy, News and Events, Dealers, Press, Contact Us, and Our Yachts.  Sirena is also on social media with a link to its Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube pages located at the bottom of the page. 

www.sirenayachts.com

Production History:

64 2016-21 (37) German Frers design

58 2017-25 *56 project

88 2019- (20  *project 85

58 Coupe 2020-

68 2021-

78 2022- (5

48 2023- (20

60 2025-

Project: Princess S80

Princess announce the latest edition to their S Class sport-bridge range, with the new S80 project, set to launch in end 2023.  Designed by Pininfarina for exterior lines, Olesinski doing the naval engineering, and Princess design department joining all together the S80 is to be the new S-class range flagship replacing the 2018 launched S78. She is also the largest S model ever made, although Princess did make the V85-S from 2010 to 2012 sold in six units.  The S range launched in 2014 with the S72 and up until that time the sport bridge line was part of the V series with an S added at the end.  The Princess S80 will offer a four double cabin guest cabin accommodation layout with a crew cabin aft. Layout choices are available for the flybridge in dinette or with a low lounge table, on the main deck for an optional day head, and in the lower deck for the crew cabin offered with a small galley or a two cabin layout as option. The Princess S80 is to be powered by standard twin Man 1900hp, and or optional 2000hp with speeds going up to 34 knots with the large engine option.

www.princessyachts.com

Viking Yacht Catches Fire at Dry Dock in Fort Lauderdale

A 23 meter Viking sportfish yacht titled m/y Banjo went ablaze while dry docked in a yard to the North Southwest 20 Street and 18 Avenue, off the South Fork New River area in Fort Lauderdale on 07:00 hours on the morning of Friday fourteen April.  Fort Lauderdale Fire-Rescue Department responded to the fire with five vehicles and multiple crews.  It was not reported if the yacht had any people or workers onboard when the fire started with this taking about two hours to control and extinguish, and no one accounted as injured in the fire.  Investigations are ongoing as why the fire started.

M/y Banjo is a 2012 Viking 76 Convertible as produced from 2009 to 2019.  The Viking 76 Convertible came out as a replacement to the 74 Convertible, and was replaced by the 80 Convertible.

New Model: Ocean Alexander 37L

Ocean Alexander present its new 37L flagship model.  Designed by Evan K. Marshall the 37 is part of the Legend series, which features another smaller 32 meter model. The 37L is a triple deck super yacht with a five guest suite layout of which is an owners stateroom on the forward part of the main deck.  Crew accommodation is for six persons located aft.  The Ocean Alexander Legend 37L surprises for its al fresco entertainment spaces on the bridge and sky deck, along with the transformative beach club at the lower deck.  The Ocean Alexander 37L is standard powered by twin Man 1600hp with optional engines going up to the twin MTU 2600hp as fitted to the first hull launched in 2022.  Ocean Alexander 37L has reportedly sold thirteen hulls of its flagship and its largest build to date. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 35.9 m (117.9ft)

Waterline Length - 30.5 m

Beam - 7.47 m

Draft - 2.01 m

Displacement - 146,000 kg

Fuel Capacity - 20818 l

Water Capacity - 4012 l

Accommodation - ten guests in five cabins, six crew in three cabins

Engines - 2 x Man V12 1600hp, V12 1900hp, V12 2000hp, MTU V16 2600hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - eighteen knots cruise, ten knots long range

Hull Shape - semi displacement

Project - Evan K. Marshall

www.oceanalexander.com

Project: Kadey-Krogen 60 Open

Kadey-Krogen present the project for a 60 Open model, which builds on the success of the 50 Open. The 60 Open will feature the same open living concept first shown on the smaller model, which seamlessly joins the salon and galley area with the pilothouse. As a result of the volume and use of space of the 60 Open, a day head can be easily added in the pilothouse to enhance liveability while on passage or on the hook. Belowdecks, the en-suite master is placed amidships and features a king-size berth to take full advantage of the 60 Open’s five meters plus beam. Additional highlights include twin John Deere 200hp diesel engines, transoceanic range yet an island-friendly draft of less than two meters, and several interior layout options including a three-stateroom, three-head layout with a convertible office area. Provisions for crew accommodations are also offered abaft the engine room.

www.kadeykrogen.com

New Launch: Winter Custom Yachts 63 Convertible W-28

In 2022 Winter has launched its hull number W-28, the 63 feet Convertible sportfish yacht.  Titled M/Y Boujie Tim Winter's W-28 is the second in size build to date by the Carolina custom sportfish builder, the largest is the 64 Convertible W-9 launched in 2014, with a bigger 74 Convertible coming in the future with W-39.  Winter W-28 is a sleek and fast sportfish yacht with a traditional sportfish layout with central galley dinette, and relaxing sofa at entrance on the main deck.  Below deck W-28 presents a layout of three cabins, with a master suite forward, and two twin cabins with a double and twin opening bunks up top, which makes for a total accommodation of ten berths.  In between the cabins is a laundry and tackle storage room.  The interior is finished with horizontal walnut grain through out.  Winter 64 Convertible is fitted with twin Cats 1925hp, which makes her reach a top speed up to 44 knots, a fast cruise of forty or comfortable at 33, and goes on the plain at fourteen knots.

Technical Data:

LOA - 19.22 m (63.1ft)

Beam - 5.56 m

Draft - 1.65 m

Displacement - 39916 kg

Fuel Capacity - 6813 l

Water Capacity - 946 l

Accommodation - ten berths in three guest cabins

Engines - 2 x Cats C32 Acert 1925hp

Propulsion - direct line shaft with Twin Disc gearbox and CJR five bladed propellers

Speed - 44 knots max, 40 fast cruise, 33 knots cruise, fourteen knots minimum planning speed

Construction - cold moulded, 3 layers Okoume plywood encased in biaxial fiberglass and epoxy resin

www.wintercustomyachts.com

Project: Van Der Valk 21.27 metre Project Micamo

Van der Valk Shipyard in the Netherlands is taking its fully custom approach to the next level with the 21.27-metre Project Micamo. This bespoke flybridge motoryacht has been ordered by a client with precise requirements in terms of range and led to new rules being set by the Japanese flag state authorities. With a sophisticated exterior and interior by Guido de Groot Design, Project Micamo is set to showcase the finest Dutch craftsmanship to Japan in a unique way when delivered. It also confirms how far Van der Valk is prepared to go to meet custom demands. The owner of Project Micamo is keen to sail on his own keel to the Ogasawara Islands, a UNESCO World Heritage site located some 500 nautical miles south of the main Japanese archipelago. A 24-hour ferry service runs to the archipelago from Tokyo and the maritime authorities have strict rules in place for commercial vessels that are equivalent to those applied to container ships. No regulations were in place, however, for a 20-metre pleasure craft making such lengthy passages so these had to be specifically adapted for Project Micamo. Months of dedicated engineering, careful calculations, stability booklet updates and more have underpinned construction of the hull.  Van der Valk Project Micamo will feature a four double cabins layout with an owners stateroom at midships, while the main deck will offer a more a more traditional central galley plan.  Project Micamo is to be powered by twin Volvo 1000hp with IPS pod drives for estimated top speeds up to 29 knots.

www.vandervalkshipyard.com

New Model: Cayman S600

During the Naples, Italy 2023 boat show, Italian boat builder Cayman Yachts presented the new S600 model.  Designed by Ferragni, the designer responsible for all Cayman Yachts onwards from the F920 launched in 2018, the S600 is based on the F580 hull without the flying bridge and thus offering a sportier profile.  Thanks to this the S600 comes looking different outside, sleeker with the trade off of losing the extra space on the flybridge.  For the remaining the Cayman S600 is similar to the F580 with an astern galley main deck layout, and a lower deck with three double cabins, including of which is an owners full beam midships stateroom.  The Cayman S600 hull one is powered by twin Volvo 775hp with twin IPS pod drives as propulsion, the smallest power choice for the S600 with speeds above thirty knots being estimated.  More powerful 900 or 1000hp with IPS pod drives from Volvo, and or Man 800hp with shafts are available.      

Technical Data:

LOA - 17.6 m (57.7ft)

Hull Length - 16.2 m

Beam - 4.74 m

Draft - 1.40 m

Displacement - 24000 kg unloaded

Fuel Capacity - 2000 l

Water Capacity - 800 l

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

Engines - 2 x Volvo D11 775hp, D13 900hp, D13 1000hp, Man i6 800hp

Propulsion - Volvo IPS dual propeller forward looking pod drives, line shafts

Speed - 

Project - Ferragni

Certification - CE B

www.caymanyachts.it

Flybridge Cruiser Ends on Rocks in Lampedusa Island

A flybridge cruiser of ten meters in length with French flag and three persons onboard ended on the rocks in Cala Spugne near Lampedusa, on the morning of Sunday ninth April.  The flybridge cruiser was assisted by the local fisherman and Vigili dell Fuoco, who after saving the boaters, towed the boat away from the reef and to the nearby harbour and Madonnina Jetty, were a crane was ready to lift it out of the water and secure it.  According to the Tunisian skipper and owner the boat had a sudden damage to one of the motors and ended going into the reef.  The boat was arriving from Tunisia and after reported refuelling in Lampedusa was on its way to Malta.

The boat in this reef collision is a Starfisher ST34 as produced since 2005. The ST34 came out as a replacement to the Starfisher ST32 of which she was an evolution.

Beneteau New Web Site

Beneteau headlining brand of Groupe Beneteau presents its new web site. Beneteau was founded 1884 in Vendee by fully qualified ship builder Benjamin Beneteau, who sets up a boat yard with the family name building trawlers for fisherman. 24 years pass and as any builder who beats the age of time Benjamin sets provocation in motion when in 1910 he builds the first engine boat called "Vainqueur des Jaloux", Conqueror of the Jealous in English which sets a lot of drama and also gets accused this is scaring the fish away. In 1928 Andre Beneteau son of Benjamin takes over yard management duties, and two years later he shows the way forward building "Le Jeannot" a faster design trawler which he christens Poursuivante, translated in English to Pursuer. It is 1945 the ending of World War II, which prompts Vendee and the fishing fleet of the area needing a total rebuild, and Andre pursues his creativity by presenting the first trawler boats with bridges. This is followed in 1955 with more tuna fisherman thinking creating the first live bait storage. In 1964 the third generation Beneteau boat builders Annette Beneteau Roux, brother Andre, and husband Louis-Claude Roux take the helm pursuing the road into recreational boats and the use of fiberglass as a building material. A year later passes and Beneteau exhibits for the first time at the Paris boat show presenting the Peches Promenade concept of fishing pleasure boats. 1967 Beneteau follows more its production instincts launching the Forban and Galion models which achieve great success and are followed by another break through of Baroudeur a pleasure cruiser with living aboard comfort. 1973 sees Andre Beneteau responsible for design present the 32 Evasion first two masted yacht from the brand, and two years later this is followed by what the critics call one of his best projects the Astroblade. Between this in 1974 Beneteau launches a still today model range, its first planning motor boat the Antares, and in 1976 the 30 First designed by Andre Mauric is presented. This also marking a line which is still as at today existent. 1981 sees designer German Frers present the First 42, recognized at the time as one of the most stable sailboats. In 1982 Beneteau is recognized as the largest production boat builder of the time. A century has passed since its founding in 1984 and Beneteau goes public on the Paris stock exchange. This is followed by more production facilities two years later when Beneteau opens a new building plant in Marion, South Carolina USA. 1987 sees the launch of another line with the Oceanis designed by Philippe Briand, and another innovative 35.5 First with project by Philippe Starck and Jean Berret is launched. In 1992 Groupe Beneteau is founded today featuring twelve boat building brands: Beneteau, Jeanneau, Lagoon, Prestige, CNB, Monte Carlo Yachts, in 2014 it Four Winns, Glastron, Wellcraft, Scarab all USA brands, and in 2018 Delphia from Poland and Seascape from Slovenia.  Beneteau current line up features a total eight different ranges of sailing, motor cruisers, and motor yachts; which start with the First 14 and go up to the Grand Trawler 62. The motorboat lines are the following; Flyer, Antares Gran Turismo, and Swift Trawler. The smallest motor boat is the Flyer 6, going up to the 2022 launched Grand Trawler 62. Beneteau new web site takes you around with the following buttons; Sailing Yachts, Motorboats, Services, Beneteau, Events, News, and Dealers. Beneteau is also present in Social Media with links at the bottom of the page taking you to its Facebook, Linkedin, YouTube, Instagram, and Twitter pages.

www.beneteau.com

Production History (motorboats only); 

Flyer 54 1980-87

Flyer 56 

Flyer 64 

Sunday 4.00 

Sunday 4.40 

Sunday 5.50

Sunday 6.60

Flyer 5.60 Open

Flyer 5.70 Open

Flyer 5.70 Cabin

Flyer 6.60 Cabin

Flyer 6.60 Open

Antares 6.50 1970-82

Antares 7.50 1978-

Flyer 47 1980-

Antares 6.40 1983-90

Antares 8.60 1986-

Antares 5.60 1987-

Flyer Serie 5 1987-

Antares 11.20 1987-90

Antares 8.00 1986-

Antares 7.30 1987-

Antares 10.20 1989-

Antares 6.80 1990-

Flyer F1 11.41m 1990-

Flyer Serie 6 1990-

Flyer Serie 7 1990-

Flyer Serie 10 Grand Prix 1990-92

Flyer Serie 8 1991-

Antares 8.05 1991-

Antares 6.05 1992-

Flyer 8 Grand Prix 1992-

Flyer 11 Grand Prix 1992-

Antares 6.55 1994-

Californie 5.80 1994-

Flyer 5 Grand Prix 1994-98

Antares 550 Calanque 1995-

Antares Serie 8 1995-

Californie 4.40 1995-

Flyer 9 Grand Prix 1995-

Antares 9.05 1996-2002

Flyer Viva 7.80 1996-

Ombrine 500 WA 1996-

Antares 500 Calanque 1997-

Antares Serie 6 1997-

Antares Serie 7 1997

Ombrine 700 1997-2000

Antares 6.20 1997-2007

Flyer Viva 5.80 1998-

Ombrine 550 WA 1998-2002

Antares 4.50 HB 1999-

Antares 9.20 1999-2002

Flyer Viva 6.80 1999-

Ombrine 630 1999-

Ombrine 900 1999-

Ombrine 960 2000-03

Antares 7.60 2000-07

Antares 10.80 2000-08

Antares 13.80 2001-08

Flyer Viva 9.20 2002-

Ombrine 800 2002-

Flyer 650 wa 2002-06

Antares 9.80 2002-09

Antares Serie 9 2003-08

Flyer 550 Cabin 2003-

Ombrine 801 2003-

Ombrine 1001 2003-

Antares 650 HB 2004-06

Antares 12 2004-10

Swift Trawler 42 2004-10

Flyer 12 Cabin 2005-09

Antares 620 HB 2006-

Flyer 701 2006-

Antares 8.8 2006-

Flyer 750 WA 2006-

Monte Carlo 37 2006-09

Antares 6 2007-

Antares 6 Fishing 2007-

Flyer 750 Open 2007-

Monte Carlo 32 2007-10

Swift Trawler 52 2007-12

Flyer 750 Sundeck 2007-13

Flyer 550 Open 2007-14

Antares 7 2008-

Antares 700 Fishing 2008-

Monte Carlo 27 2008-

Antares 11 2008-12

Antares 750 HB 2009-11

Monte Carlo 47 2009-11

Flyer 850 Sundeck 2009-15

Swift Trawler 34 2009-16 (411) includes 34 S

Monte Carlo 47 Fly 2009-11

Antares 30 2009-18

Monte Carlo 42 2010-11

Flyer 750 Cabrio 2010-12

Flyer Gran Turismo 38 2010-14

Flyer 500 Open 2010-14

Flyer 550 Cabrio 2010-14

Flyer 650 Cabin 2010-14

Flyer 650 Cabrio 2010-14

Swift Trawler 34 S 2010-16 (411) *includes standard Swift Trawler 34

Antares 42 2010-17

Antares 8.80 2011-15

Flyer Gran Turismo 34 2011-18

Antares 8S 2011-19

Swift Trawler 44 2011-19

Antares 32 2011-17

Flyer 500 Sun Deck 2011-

Flyer Gran Turismo 44 2011-15

Flyer Gran Turismo 49 Fly 2011-16

Flyer 550 Sun Deck 2012-15

Barracuda 7 2012

Swift Trawler 50 2012-

Flyer 650 Open 2013-14

Flyer 650 Sundeck 2013-14

Barracuda 9 2013-16

Gran Turismo 49 2013-16

Antares 5.80 2013-17

Antares 6.80 2013-17

Antares 7.80 2013-17

Antares 30 S 2013-18

Antares 36 2013-19

Barracuda 7 2013-20

Flyer 6.6 Sportdeck 2014-

Flyer 6.6 Spacedeck 2015-

Gran Turismo 40 2015-20

Flyer 5.50 Spacedeck 2016-

Swift Trawler 30 2016-

Flyer 5.5 Sundeck 2016-19

Flyer 8.8 Spacedeck 2016-19

Flyer 8.8 Sundeck 2016-19

Barracuda 8 2016-20

Gran Turismo 46 2016-21

Flyer 7.7 Spacedeck 2016-

Flyer 7.7 Sportdeck 2016-

Flyer 7.7 Sundeck 2016-

Flyer 6.6 Sundeck 2017-

Gran Turismo 50 2017-

Barracuda 6 2017-20

Barracuda 9 2017-20

Antares 7 2017-

Swift Trawler 35 2017-

Flyer 8 Spacedeck 2018-

Flyer 8 Sundeck 2018-

Gran Turismo 50 Sportfly 2018-

Swift Trawler 47 2019-

Swift Trawler 41 2019-

Swift Trawler 41 Sedan 2019-

Gran Turismo 36 2020-

Gran Turismo 32 2020-

Antares 8 2021-

Gran Turismo 41 2021-25

Antares 9 (i) 2022-24

Gran Turismo 45 2022-25

Grand Trawler 62 2022-25 (27)

Antares 12 Fly 2024-

Antares 9 (ii) 2025-

Antares 12 Coupe 2025-

Flyer 10 Sport Top 2025-

Grand Trawler 63 2026-

Project: Numarine 30XP

For 2023 Numarine celebrates twenty years, and with this the Turkish yacht builder presents the project for the new 30XP model. A thirty meter two deck plus pilot bridge super yacht with distinctive modern design courtesy of Can Yalman, the 30XP will fit nicely in between the 26 and 32XP models. With the new 30XP Can Yalman also introduces the second generation design language in the XP series distinctive to the previous for being more horizontal and straight. In the new 30XP Numarine also introduces a beach club area on the lower deck, which increases in space when at anchor thanks to the opening side bulkheads. The Numarine 30XP will offer a five double guest cabin layout, with an owners stateroom on the forward part of the main deck. Crew accommodation is for three cabins, and five berths. The Numarine can be powered with twin 240kw hybrid diesel or Man 560hp engines with top speeds up to thirteen knots. Numarine has reported of selling three models of the 30XP with the first set to launch in 2024.

www.numarine.com

Sea Ray Cabin Cruiser Sinks in Isla Mujeres

Twelve people were saved as an eleven meter Sea Ray sport cruiser titled m/y Moet started sinking in the waters near Playa Norte, Isla Mujeres, Mexico at about 17:00 hours of Thursday sixth April, 2023.  The Sea Ray cruiser was reported to come from Cancun, as it started to take on water and sink, just as it arrived at Playa Norte.  The boat passengers were rescued by nearby boaters first, with the Port Captaincy coming later to the rescue and saving the boat, taking the boat to a nearby yard for some important repairs.

Moet the Sea Ray in this sinking is a 355 Sundancer Coupe as produced from 2012 to 2020.  The 355 Sundancer came out as a replacement to the 350 Sundancer and was replaced by the Sundancer 370.

New Model: AB Yachts 80

Spring 2023 has started rather busy for AB Yachts as it launched its new 80 Sportfly model. Presented as a project in 2020, this AB 80 is the third unit to launch and is set to go in the USA.  The AB 80 replaced the AB78 in 2020 and is the current entry level model from the jet super sport yacht builder specialist.  The AB Yachts 80 will feature a traditional cockpit stern layout with an upper sun-pad, and garage underneath, with an interior of three double cabins and a separate galley located in between the cabins. A crew cabin with two berths is located forward.  Like any AB Yachts these details are subjective as the Viareggio yacht builder builds custom and to order, and an owner can change things before signing on the dotted lines.  The AB Yachts 80 is powered by triple Man 2000hp with MJP Jet propulsion for a top speed of up to 55 knots.  As any AB Yachts the 80 is a superior performance super sport yacht with a hull specially design for jet propulsion, which has been the set up of all AB Yachts produced from fifty up 145 feet and since the yard was founded in 1992.  

Technical Data:

LOA - 25.20 m (82.8ft)

Beam - 6.50 m

Draft - 1.30 m

Displacement - 75 t full load

Fuel Capacity - 9500 l

Water Capacity - 1500 l

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

Engines - 3 x Man V12 2000hp

Propulsion - MJP waterjets, two steerable one central booster

Speed - 55 knots max 49 knots cruise

Range - 500 nautical miles at cruise

Project- AB yachts, Acube

Certification - CE A, RINA Cross of Malta Mach Y unrestricted navigation 

www.abyachts.com

Vitech Super Yacht Sinks off Hastings

A 27 meter Vitech super yacht titled m/y Astor with two persons and a dog on board sank while cruising off Hastings, on the East Sussex coast on Thursday April six at about 17:00 hours.  A coast guard helicopter rescued the crew while the dog was later saved by a life boat.  M/y Astor was reported sold in end January, after the yacht has sat untouched in Brighton marina for many years.   

M/y Astor is a 1993 Vitech 90 as designed by Bill Dixon and build in Taiwan.   She is actually the first of two Vitech 90 delivered with the second hull launching thirteen years later in 2006.

Sport Cruiser Capsizes With Crane in Baia Naples

An eleven meter Rio sport cruiser capsized along with the crane during launch operation in Baia, to the West of Naples, Italy on the morning of sixth April.  The causes of the accident are not fully reported though some photos on social media point to the accident caused to the forward left crane foot not correctly positioned.  The crane and the sport cruiser where recovered on the evening of the same day.  The Rio sport cruiser sustained important damage to its hard-top and starboard upper hull structure.

The Rio in this accident is a 36 Air as produced from 2009 till 2015.  The Rio 36 Air was also available as a 35 Art without hard-top version.  The Rio 35 Air was a replacement to the 35 Cruiser and was replaced by the Marino Alfani designed 38 Parana.

Project: Fabbrica Italiana Motoscafi 420 Regina

Fabbrica Italiana Motoscafi continues its success and after the 340 presented in 2021, and the new 470 flagship launched in 2022, the Italian boat builder presents its third 420 Regina project set to launch later on this 2023 year. Designed by Alessandro Lottici and Fabbrica Italiana Motoscafi design team the 420 Regina is a walk around sport cruiser in a size of over thirteen meters overall length. One of the important features of the 420 Regina are the opening side bulkheads which open and expand the aft area. Down below the 420 Regina will offer a two plus two accommodation plan with a forward U-shaped dinette which transforms to a double berth, and midships master room with central island berth. The Fabbrica Italiana Motoscafi 420 Regina is to be powered by twin Yanmar 370hp, with options for Volvo 320 up 440hp with stern drive propulsion. Top speeds are estimated up to 35 knots.

www.fimotoscafi.com

New Model: Horizon PC68

During the 2023 Palm Beach boat show Horizon debuted its PC68 model.  The new, ultra-spacious Horizon PC68 model has been meticulously planned to meet and exceed the cruising needs of discerning boaters, and features multiple design innovations including of which is a four-stateroom layout with the option for an expansive open-plan salon or an on-deck master stateroom. While the On-Deck Master configuration offers a full-beam master with wraparound windows forward on the main deck, the debuting PC68 features an Open Salon layout, which offers an expansive salon area and a large seating and entertainment space on the main deck. This layout sees all four of the staterooms positioned off the salon, with two king ensuite staterooms forward in the hulls and two convertible twin-to-king ensuite cabins aft to port and starboard, respectively.  An expansive aft deck hints at the interior volume provided by the PC68 seven meters beam, and features a regal hi-gloss table with dining for ten, a wet bar and the option for a 43in TV. The lounge seating looks aft to the Hi/Lo swim platform which is flanked by large wet lockers storing diving and snorkeling equipment.  Ease of access is prioritized throughout the design, and walkaround side decks on the main deck lead to a lounging space forward. A unique and enviable Portuguese deck seating area with convertible Hi/Lo dinettes is a new feature for this model, which allows either sun beds or dining under the stars. The extended flybridge on this model allows for a variety of layout options while comfortably accommodating a five meter 100hp tender. The flybridge and boat deck comprise plentiful seating and lounging, a dayhead with shower, BBQ station, chest freezer, and a bar to port with fridge doors and a Scotsman icemaker. Forward of the helm, an innovative raised hatch and door accesses the Portuguese deck with three steps down to the foredeck.  Defined by award-winning advanced composites SCRIMP system construction that yields the most durable, lightweight hull marrying a perfect glass-to-resin ratio, with rigorous testing by the Horizon shipyard’s pioneering Non-Destructive Methods, the Horizon PC68 is fitted with twin MAN 850hp engines as standard to guarantee quiet, stable and efficient cruise of twenty knots. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 20.73 m (68ft)

Hull Length - 18.8 m

Beam - 7.47 m

Draft - 1.62 m

Displacement - 50.4 t

Fuel Capacity - 5677 l

Water Capacity - 1134 l

Accommodation - eight guests in four cabins

Engines - 2 x MAN i6 850hp

Propulsion - line shaft 

Speed - twenty knots cruise

Construction - Scrimp resin infusion

www.horizonyacht.com

Improve-it = Palm Beach PB70

In January 2023 Palm Beach commissioned a first 70 model with extended bridge.  Unlike previous 70 with flybridge this new version of Palm Beach flagship model features an extended fiberglass bridge deck, adding space to the flybridge, and covering the aft deck with a rigid protection.  This area on previous PB70 was usually extended with an awning, in order to cover the aft deck from the sun.  The 70 is the current flagship from Palm Beach, and is offered in Sedan and or Flybridge versions.  Other options in the Palm Beach 70 are that for an upper or lower galley, and two or three double guest cabins layouts, plus a crew cabin at midships.  The Palm Beach 70 is powered by twin Volvo 1000hp with IPS pod drives or line shaft propulsion.  Palm Beach are renowned for being super efficient thanks to a unique hull shape design, and light weight construction, and the 70 is a confirmation of this consuming just under two hundred litres an hour at 25 knots, which equals to eight litres per nautical miles at that speed, with Volvo 1000hp and IPS pod propulsion combination. That surely makes it one of the most economic 21 meter yacht on the market today.

www.palmbeachmotoryachts.com

New Model: Focus Power 44

Focus present the new Power 44 hard top sport cruiser. An evolution of the Elan Power 42 launched in the mid noughties, the Focus Power 44 builds on the Tony Castro design, modernizing its look to current times.  The hard-top is renewed extended in length, as is the bathing platform.  The Power 44 offers a combination of performance, refinement and layout flexibility, available in three or two cabins version. The Focus Ppwer 44 is engineered to deliver the ultimate in recreational flexibility a proven hull, its configurable lower deck, its vast cockpit and its retractable hardtop, it is a party hub, a watersports platform and a capable long-distance cruiser, all in one. The large open cockpit features a retractable hardtop for the ultimate in flexible socialising. In addition to a six-man dining station, a fully equipped galley and a sunbed, it also provides unrestricted fore-and-aft movement and easy access to the expansive foredeck lounger. Finished in muted oaks, with long hull windows and large skylights, the Focus Power 44 comes with either two ensuite staterooms or with three cabins and one or two bathrooms. The Focus Power 44 is powered by twin Mercury diesel 370hp or Volvo 380 or 400hp engines with stern drive propulsion.

Technical Data:

LOA - 13.60 m (44.6ft)

Hull Length - 12.4 m

Beam - 3.90 m

Draft - 0.90 m ex drives

Displacement - 9.5 t

Fuel Capacity - 1000 l

Water Capacity - 330 l

Max Persons - ten

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

Engines - 2 x Mercury TDI 4.2 370hp, Volvo D4 380hp, D6 400hp

Propulsion - Mercury Bravo III or Volvo DPI dual propeller stern drives

Speed - 36 knots max with twin Volvo 400hp

Range - up to 300 nautical miles

Project - Tony Castro 

Certification - CE B

www.focus-motoryachts.com

Project: Ferretti 1000 Skydeck

The determination of Ferretti to keep raising the standards of comfort and liveability has produced a spectacular new version of the brand’s 1000 model flagship. The Skydeck edition of Ferretti Yachts 1000, is a success story for the Forlì-based shipyard with an upper deck redesigned to create an enclosed, sheltered space that can be enjoyed year-round and conveys the breath-taking feeling of being able to touch the sky.  The first unit of the new model is planned for launch in June 2023, while the yacht’s official debut will be at the Fort Lauderdale 2023 boat show. The Ferretti 1000 Skydeck is the usual collaboration between the Strategic Product Committee led by Piero Ferrari, the Ferretti Group Engineering Department, architect Filippo Salvetti for exterior styling and Ideaeitalia interior design, Ferretti Yachts 1000 Skydeck showcases the brand’s signature values of comfort, Italianness, timeless design and craftsmanship. The Skydeck stands out from the 2020 launcehd 1000 with the new feature for a fully glazed upper deck connected to the aft terrace by a full-height sliding glass door. The result is a second lounge for the owner and guests to enjoy in any weather and whatever the time of year or day. Perfectly coordinated with the interiors, the décor features the same types of wood in a play of contrasts between warm hues and paler, more delicate shades. The Skydeck can be fitted with air conditioning and the shutter slats in the hard top can be opened for natural ventilation. A stairway from the bridge provides indoor access to the deck, which can also be reached from outdoors using the stairway connecting it to the cockpit, while a side door leads to the bow area. The outdoor terrace is another inviting space designed for conviviality with a fiberglass bar unit and stools, while the stern area can be fitted out with free standing furniture chosen to reflect the Owner’s tastes.  Following in the footsteps of Ferretti 1000, the new Skydeck version is versatile and suited to all markets, with interior design solutions that adapt to meet different needs. The yacht’s sporty exterior styling is counterpointed by comfort and wellbeing, the signature features of both the outdoor spaces and the interiors, where the suavely understated design, featuring clean lines and sophisticated materials, conveys a sense of refined luxury and is the ideal interpretation of the values expressed by the “Just Like Home” claim.

www.ferretti-yachts.com

Mystery Rendering

These days most project renderings are so realistic that sometimes it is difficult to make the difference from real photos.  The opposite is also true that digital photography has so much tools, that an over polished real photo can look like a rendering of sorts, making it difficult to distinguish the one from the other.

In all this though some boat builders are returning back to the past where a couple lines and little details tell small tiny bits of the new model coming up.  A mystery rendering which leaves you it to ones imagination what the new model will be all about.   This system was used a lot in the nineties.  But we are seeing it return again from some brands.

Pershing for example used it a lot when it started teasing its TO project in 2020, which was then later announced as the GTX116 in 2022, launched in the earlier part of this 2023 year.  Rizzardi is another brand which has always used mystery rendering for its upcoming models, showing five distinct lines of the model building curious anticipation to the interested buyer.

Building curious anticipation is important in new product nearly as designing the boat or yacht.