Dalla Pieta New Web Site

Dalla Pieta from Venice, Italy presents its new web site.  Dalla Pieta was started in 1949 when Bepi Dalla Pieta builds his first boat, but it will be ten years later to this when the first establishment is opened on the Giudecca island in Venice.  The first builds of Bepi Dalla Pieta are outboard sport boats from four to seven meters named; Rio, Laguna, and Ionio and these are soon followed by other inboard models; Adriatico, Tirreno, and Pacifico.  Thanks to its Hunt inspired deep Vee hulls various Dalla Pieta models have success in many competitions and soon the name is associated with good sea keeping, so the company launches the revolutionary Manta a boat fully dedicated to racing.  In the seventies Dalla Pieta due to more clients demand moves its premises to Marghera where it can build larger craft up to fourteen meters.  In the eighties comes the transfer of ownership to the sons of Bepi; Gianni and Giorgio who expand to a new production facility in Fusina-Malcontenta in 1987, switching all production to fiberglass, following the debut of the DP6 in 1986, which is followed with the the 28 and 37 Altair sport cruisers.  This is followed by the 43, the 52 Asterion flybridge motor yacht, and the very revolutionary for the early nineties 43 and 55 Al Na'Ir fully enclosed hard top models.  Both the Al Na'Ir featured a patio door and an opening canopy capsule style hard top which was ahead of its time.  In 2000 Andrea Mevorach buys Dalla Pieta, and brings important organizational changes with Michele Cazzanti head of the company sided along Giorgio, and engineer Fausto Colombi coming from Riva and Sarnico yards taking responsibility of building. This new energy gives huge growth to Dalla Pieta in the period 2002 to 2007, stopped only as the 2008 Big Recession hits the World and the yachting sector at the fall of that year.  In 2010 following a period under administration Dalla Pieta is purchased by Jian Yong Zhu and Millennium Marine company who gives the helm to Franco Nocera and Giovan Battista Penzo, both part of the Venice brand recent history, with this experience lasting about five years, as the Chinese ownership seems confused.  In 2022 Giorgio Dalla Pieta along with other investors from the Veneto region buys back the Dalla Pieta name in 2022.  Today Dalla Pieta offers three sport yacht models, all in project stages from fifteen to 26 meters; and start with the DP 50 HT Re-Evoluzione and go to the DP 86 HT Re-Evoluzione.  Dalla Pieta new web site is available in Italian and English language and takes you around with the following buttons; Home, Mission, Yachts, Refitting, and About. 

www.dallapieta-yachts.it

Production and Ownership History;

6 mt Pacific 196?-79

7

10 Open 1973-80

13 mt Andromeda 1974- 

10 Fly 1978-80

12 Fly 1980-

11 Fast Commuter 1985

DP6 Week-End 1986-88 

28 Altair 1987-93 

37 Altair 1988-

28 Aquarius 1988-90

52 Asterion 1989-

43 Asterion 1991-97

43 Al'Nair 1992-97

55 Al'Nair 1994-97

55 Asterion 1996-2001

48 Al'Nair 1997-

2000 Andrea Mevorach ownership

56 Asterion 2001-05

58 HT 2003-10

80 2004-08 (4)

59 2005-

72 2006-

50 HT 2007-14 (4)

2010 Jian Yong Zhu Millennium Marine ownership

70 Fly 2012-14 (2)

2022 Giorgio Dalla Pieta Investment Group ownership

The 6 Week-End, Dalla Pieta first fiberglass boat.

4 Saved as Pershing Yacht Goes Ablaze in Erdek, Turkey

Four boaters were saved as a sixteen meter Pershing yacht titled Illusion went ablaze in Erdek, Balikesir, to the South of the Marmara sea, Turkey at 17:30 of Saturday 26 July.  The sport yacht was reported to be returning to the harbour when for an unknown reason it went ablaze.  A ro-ro vessel first intervened for the blaze, as the four boaters jumped into the water and were collected and rescued by the Turkish Coast Guard.  The yacht was considered a total loss from the fire, although it was saved from sinking.  The cause of the fire is under investigation.

The sport yacht in this fire is a Pershing 52 as designed by Fulvio de Simoni and produced from 2000 to 2004 in about thirty units.  The 52 was a a replacement to the Pershing 54, and was replaced by the Pershing 50.

Thunder Storm Grounds Sea Ray Yacht in Jewfish Key, Florida

A Sea Ray sport yacht of sixteen meters in length with five persons onboard ended atop a sand bar in Jewfish Key Island in Longboat Key, Florida at about 15:00 hours of Friday 25 July. The yacht was reported to have dragged anchor, during a sudden thunder storm which hit the area. TowBoatU.S Florida Gulf Coast Captain Ken assisted the yacht and towed it to deep waters. Following the removal the yacht was able to move with it's own power. No injuries and probably also no damage was reported, as the yacht ended on a soft sand bar. This story was reported on Captain's Ken, Florida Gulf Coast Marine Services YouTube page.

The Sea Ray in this accident is a 55 Sundancer as produced from 2008 to 2009.  The 55 Sundancer was a replacement to the 52 Sundancer, with the model replaced by the 580 Sundancer.

Project: Sanlorenzo SX120

Sanlorenzo presents the SX120 project, the largest-ever yacht in the Italian SX crossover range, as designed by Zuccon with interiors by Piero Lissoni.  Sanlorenzo's SX crossover explorer line has been a huge success for the World famous Italian brand, a range which debuted with the SX88 as designed by Mauro Micheli in 2017, with this followed by the smaller SX76 and to date has sold in over 160 hulls for four different models from 23 to 33 meters.  This new big SX120 is to be a replacement of the SX112 which in a five years production has sold in sixteen hulls, and is to add some unedited features which appear for the first time in the range.  The big news is that it will use the new Volvo professional set up, of two engines per pod drive, by what is understood is that she is the first yacht to be commercialized with this propulsion which was announced by the Swedish engine maker at the Dusseldorf boat show of 2024.  The real unique traits of the SX120 though and helped by its 35 meters of length, will be a master stateroom on the forward deck, and a top fourth deck with free moving furniture, what Sanlorenzo calls the Sun Deck.  For the rest the SX120 builds on the features of the previous smaller SX's, from drop down bulk-heads which extend the size of the largest aft deck probably in the category with Sanlorenzo debuting these in 2023 with the SX100, to the lounge which serves the aft cockpit this presented on the SX112 and was then followed again on the SX100.  The first SX120 is I believe nearly completed with the first unit set to debut at the Cannes yachting festival.

www.sanlorenzoyacht.com

12 Saved in Sport Cruiser Fire Near Princes Islands, Turkey

Twelve Persons were saved as a sport cruiser of twelve meters in length went ablaze off the coast of Kınalıada, one of the Princes’ Islands near Istanbul, Turkey, on the afternoon of July 25. The fire spread very quickly as the twelve boaters are filmed jumping in the water in a panic situation. The Turkish coast guard later came to collect the boaters with none of them reported injured, and then fought the fire. The cause of the fire is under investigation, with the sport cruiser ending wrecked from the blaze.

The sport cruiser in this fire is a Marquis 420 Sport Coupe as designed by Nuvolari Lenard and produced from 2008 to 2012.  The 420 SC was announced as 40 SC and was Marquis entry level and smallest model produced.  Founded by Genmar-Carver in 2003, Marquis was closed in 2019. 

Sea Ray Cruiser Ends Aground in Livingston Channel, Michigan

A Sea Ray sport cruiser of ten meters in length ended beached near Grosse Ile, Michigan on the Livingston Channel on the evening of Thursday 24 July.  A navigational error caused the incident for a story shared by Instagram user Havensgeoff and then re-shared by the TheQualifiedCaptain.  The amount of people on the Sea Ray cruiser and who assisted in the aftermath is not reported.  The Sea Ray cruiser had its name covered, with the damage looking to be not so big, also because the Sea Ray beached itself of what looks to be soft ground.

The Sea Ray in this beaching is a second generation 330 Sundancer as produced from 1995 to 1999.  The 330 Sundancer was a replacement to the first generation 330 Sundancer, and was replaced by the second generation Sea Ray 340 Sundancer.

Regal Sport Cruiser Wrecked by Fire in Brindisi

An eight meter sport cruiser went ablaze as its was berthed at Forte a Mare, Marina di Brindisi, in Brindisi, South East of Italy on about 19:45 of Thursday 24 July. The Vigili dell Fuoco fire fighters responded to the blaze with a fire fighting vessel, and were assisted by the Port Captaincy as they towed the sport cruiser away from nearby boats, and fought the blaze. The fire fighters managed to control the fire, as they saved the boat from sinking. The cause of the fire is under investigation, with no injuries being reported as no one was onboard the boat at the time of the blaze.

The boat in this fire is a Regal 270 Commodore as produced from 1990 to 1993.  The 270 Commodore was a replacement to the Regal 280 Commodore and was replaced by the 272 Commodore.

New Model: Steeler Ocean Explorer 85

Dutch yacht builder Steeler Yachts proudly announces the delivery of its largest explorer yacht to date: the Ocean Explorer 85. This 26-metre yacht sets a new benchmark for Steeler’s explorer range, combining long-range capability, exceptional seaworthiness and the high level of comfort that Steeler owners value. Designed for true blue water cruising, the Ocean Explorer 85 features a robust steel displacement hull with an aluminium superstructure. The spacious flybridge includes sliding windows, allowing owners to enjoy either a fully covered or open cabrio experience, adaptable to different climates. Inside, the yacht offers a bright main saloon with panoramic windows, a fully equipped galley, a generous full-beam owner’s suite, multiple guest cabins and dedicated crew quarters, giving everyone on board the freedom to travel the world in complete comfort.  The Steeler Ocean Explorer 85 is powered by twin Man 394hp for top speeds up to twelve knots, with a cruise of eight knots giving a four thousand nautical miles range.

Technical Data:

LOA - 26 m (85.3ft)

Hull Length - 23.9 m

Beam - 6.45 m

Draft - 2 m

Displacement - 128 t loaded

Fuel Capacity - 18,900 l

Water Capacity - 2500 l

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

Engines - 2 x Man D2676 LE424 394hp

Propulsion - line shaft 

Speed - twelve knots max, eight knots cruise

Range - 4000 nautical miles at eight knots

Hull Shape - displacement

Construction - steel hull, aluminium super structure

Certification - CE A Ocean-going

www.steeleryachts.com

Gozzo Style Cruiser Partly Sinks Near Grotta Azzurra at Capri

A traditional gozzo style cruiser of ten meters in length with two persons onboard partly sank near Grotta Azzurra, located on the North side of the island of Capri on the afternoon of Thursday 24 July.  The guest and skipper were immediately assisted by a nearby boat, with the Port Captaincy coming later with Patrol Boat 800 for assistance.  The two persons onboard were not injured, with the boat reporting to be on charter duty.  According to reports the Gozzo styled cruiser started taking water from one of the line shaft.  A recovery operation was set in motion on the same evening.

The traditional cruiser in this part sinking is an Apreamare Gozzo 35 as designed by Marco Casali and produced since 2020.  The Gozzo 35 was a replacement to the Apreamare Gozzo 11m.

Engine: MTU 12V2000 M96Z 2200hp

MTU is launching a new 12-cylinder version of the Series 2000, designated 12V2000 M96Z, for fast yachts, patrol, police and sportfishing boats from 2026. By further developing various components, MTU has increased power output to 2,222hp from 2,002hp for its 26.8 litre V12 engine. Power density has been raised to a new level, with only minor changes in weight and dimensions compared to the previous 12V 2000 M96X model but with an extra 220hp. The engine’s advanced turbocharger system delivers powerful acceleration at low exhaust emissions, which is an important characteristic for many operators of yachts and other fast vessels.  A reinforced crankcase, strengthened cylinder heads, and new pistons ensure the reliability and durability of the engine. Like other MTU yacht engines, the new 12V2000 M96Z version is approved for use with HVO - hydrotreated vegetable oil renewable diesel. Certification according to IMO II and EPA Tier 3 recreational is also available.

www.mtu-solutions.com

Project: Hardy 45

Hardy present the project for a new 45 aft cabin cruiser. Based on the classic Hardy 42 hull that is renowned for its seakeeping ability, the new Hardy 45 delivers outstanding performance across the spectrum of marine environments and is ergonomically designed to provide plenty of personal space aboard. There are two en-suite state rooms: one VIP guest suite forward, with scissor-action V-berths that convert into a double with ease, and a luxury cabin aft that allows privacy for time out. New side window profiles soften the exterior. A flush-closing side-deck, with doors port and starboard, provides easy access to the helm and spacious saloon, which exudes contemporary style. The layout of the flybridge seating has been modified to maximise space and enhance comfort. A radar arch replaces the mast of the original design to accommodate a sliding curved door between the saloon and aft deck where you can lunch in luxury or enjoy a sunset supper. The Hardy 45 is to be powered by twin Yanmar 44hp engines on line shaft propulsion.

www.cockwells.co.uk

New Model: Invictus TT550

Invictus completes the circle of its new 550 flagship, and after debuting the ST550 enclosed hard-top version, follows it with the TT550.  Unlike the ST550 this other TT550 version of the flagship is pure Invictus from bow to stem, showing what the South Italian boat builder has offered since debuting in 2014; full walk-around, T-top hard-top and the graceful modern lines Christian Grande has purposefully designed which made the Invictus name recognizable and a success.  The Invictus TT line debuted in 2020 with the TT460, at the time the new flagship.  As all Invictus the TT550 follow what the Italian boat builder has been offering even on its smaller models; a tailored customizable yacht with a lot of options; from five lower deck versions; galley down or dinette, two and or optional three cabins, and fifteen unique colours to choose from.  The Invictus TT550 is powered by twin Volvo 600hp and or optional 725hp with IPS pod drives propulsion. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 16.87 m (55.3ft)

Beam - 5.04 m

Draft - 1.40 m

Displacement - 24 t

Fuel Capacity - 2200 l

Water Capacity - 500 l

Max Persons - fourteen 

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

Engines - 2 x Volvo D8 600hp, D11 725hp

Propulsion - Volvo forward looking IPS pod drives

Project - Christian Grande

Certification - CE B

www.invictusyacht.com

Sport Cruiser Ends Beached near Venice, Italy

An eleven meters sport cruiser titled m/y Putea with two persons onboard ended beached at Cavalino-Treporti to the South East of Venice at 17:45 of Monday 21 July.  The sport cruiser called a Mayday first after it lost power in rough seas, and then arriving at about three hundred meters from the beach dropped anchor.  In the meantime the Port Captaincy of Jesolo responded to the Mayday, with the B111 rescue rib and the CP 883 boat, rescued the two boaters.  After this the Guardia Costiera was trying to tow the boat out of danger with the assistance of the m/v Tofi tug boat, an operation which was not a success also because the sport cruiser dragged anchor and ended beached.  With the sport cruiser beached, the port captaincy later decided to tow up the boat out of harms way with two excavators, in order to avoid further damage and also the possibility of pollution. 

The boat in this beaching is a Bruno Abbate Primatist 39 as produced from 1992 to 1996.  The Primatist 39 was a replacement to the Bruno Abbate Primatist 38 and was replaced by the Primatist G39.

Absolute Sport Cruiser Fire Scare at Chalkidiki, Greece

A fourteen meter Absolute sport cruiser under Bulgarian flag had a fire scare while berthed at Nikiti marina, in Chalkidiki, in Central Macedonia, Greece at 13:00 of Monday 21 July.  A two minute video filmed by Paolo Colombo and shared on the Sinistri Marittimi Facebook Group shows one person onboard the sport cruiser as the boat is smoking from the stern.  By the end of this video the smoke looks in control, with local news confirming the blaze was extinguished and controlled, and the boat saved as damage is not extended to nearby boats and marina premises.  No injuries are reported from the fire, with the cause of the blaze not being reported.

The Absolute sport cruiser in this blaze is a 47 STC as produced from 2007 to 2011.  The 47 STC came out as a replacement to the Absolute 45, and was replaced by the 45 STY.

Project: Cranchi A32

Cranchi presents the project for the A32, set to be unveiled in the coming Cannes Boating Festival this September.   The A32 is based on the E30 Endurance as produced since 2012, in new and fresh what the market wants walk around center console version and marking it as the second model of the A series which debuted in 2021 with the A46 Luxury Tender.  The A32 will present similar looks and features to the three meters larger sister, with Christian Grande mixing softer lines along with the minimal edgy styling.  Like the A46 the A32 is a center console walk-around sport cruiser, with the focus being for outside entertaining, lounging, and relaxing.  A different detail, will be that unlike the larger sister, the A32 will feature only one drop down balcony, this located to port side.  Cabin space in the A32 will be that for a double and shower head located to starboard.  The Cranchi A32 is to be powered by twin Volvo 270hp diesel with stern drive engines, and or petrol gas of twin 280hp or 350hp.  

www.cranchi.com

Aft Cabin Cruiser Ends Aground Near Cape May, New Jersey

A fourteen meter aft cabin cruiser ended aground at the CM Canal, near Cape May, New Jersey on the night of Thursday nineteen July.  The cabin cruiser was assisted by Sea Tow Cape May who shared the story on its Facebook page.  Sea Tow ungrounded the yacht and then towed it at a marina for inspection.  Reason for ground was reported to passing the wrong side of buoy marker. 

The aft cabin cruiser in this accident is a Gulfstar 49 Motor Yacht as produced from 1984 to 1987.  The Gulfstar 49 Motor Yacht was a replacement and evolution of the 48 Motor Yacht.

Numarine New Web Site

Numarine from Turkey presents its new World wide web showroom. Omer Malaz will start Numarine in 2002, debuting a year later in 2003 as it presented the Can Yalman designed 52 Open, its first yacht.  The first sport yacht is followed by a 55 Fly and the 55 Sport as designed by the same Can Yalman, who has designed most of Numarine models, with collaboration continuing to this day.  In 2007 Numarine enters super yachting size, as it launches the 102 RPH, which will be sold in six units in an eight year production run.  Larger super yachts keep coming, with the 105 Hardtop coming in 2016, the still produced 32XP in 2017 and 37XP in 2021, and the just launched 40MXP which is its largest build yacht to date.  Since 2017 and the debut of its first semi displacement 32XP with explorer lines, Numarine has changed its offer from planning yacht to explorer type super yachts with semi-planning hull shape,  and a focus on volume and range.  Currently Numarine offers seven models; which start from the 22XP and go up to the upcoming 47MXP flagship.  Numarine new web site takes you around with the following buttons; The Story, The Production, Leading Technology, Our Team, After Sales Point, Pre-Owned, Nu's and Events, Contact, and Download Brochure.  Numarine is also on social media with right bottom buttons taking you to its Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and Pinterest pages.

www.numarine.com

Production History;

52 Open 2003-

55 Fly 2004-

55 Sport 2005-08

102 RPH 2007-15 (6)

55 Hardtop 2008- *54 Hardtop project

78 Fly 2008-

78 Hardtop 2009-

70 Hardtop 2013-

70 Flybridge 2014- *68 Fly project

62 Fly 2015- *60 Flybridge project

105 Hardtop 2016-17 (2)

62 Hardtop 2016- *60 Hardtop project

32XP 2017- (5 *30XP project

26XP 2018-24 (30)

78 HTS 2018-

37XP 2021- (11

22XP 2022-

30XP 2024- (5

40MXP 2025- (2

The first Numarine the 52 Open as designed by Can Yalman

Hatteras Yacht Collides Into USS Midway Aircraft Carrier in San Diego

A twenty meter Hatteras sportfish yacht titled m/y Offshore collided into the retired aircraft carrier USS Midway berthed across the San Diego Bay from Naval Base Coronado, at 11:48 morning time of Friday eighteen July.  The Hatteras sportfish was filmed by the San Diego Bay webcam collision and visitors onboard the USS Midway during the collision, with the yacht hitting the berthed and retired aircraft carried with its bow port side, and then its tuna tower on the same side.  The sportfish yacht attempted to leave the scene in a hit and run, but was later intercepted by a San Diego Police boat.  The captain of the sportfish yacht was then arrested to be boating under the influence.  The damage to both vessels was reported to be small.

The Hatteras in this collision is a 65 Convertible Series I as designed by Jack Hargrave and produced from 1986 to 1998.  The 65 Convertible Series I was a replacement to the Hatteras 60 Convertible Series I, and was replaced by the 65 Convertible Series II. 

USS Midway is a 305 meters CV-41 Midway class Aircraft carrier built by Newport News Shipbuilding and commissioned on ten September 1945, and decommissioned on eleven April 1992 with flag deleted on eleven March 1997.  The USS Midway had two modifications over the years, which extended its beam from the original 37 meters to 41 meters in the first update of 1952, and then to 73 meters in the last update from 1975.  From 7 June 2004 the USS Midway has been open to the public as a museum ship in San Diego.

New Launch: Alia Yachts 45m ALY451

Alia Yachts proudly presents the 45-metre hull number ALY451 titled m/y San.  A full-custom superyacht that redefines bespoke luxury, and designed inside and out by Sinot Yacht Architecture and Design, with naval architecture by Lateral.  This latest Alia Yacht 45 meter seamlessly blends sleek, low-profile exterior lines with expansive interior spaces and uninterrupted sea views. From full-height glazing and innovative open-air decks to cleverly engineered furniture and a uniquely efficient layout, every detail has been tailored for versatility, comfort, and style. Realised with finesse by Alia’s in-house Atelier team, this 45 meter sleek super yacht is a true celebration of visionary design and next-level craftsmanship.  For this full custom Alia Yacht, Sinot designed an interior with six suites for six guests, with crew accommodation for seven in four cabins.  Alia Yachts 45 meter is powered by quadruple Volvo 1000hp with IPS pod drives for top speeds up to 23 knots and a cruise of eighteen.

Technical Data:

LOA - 45 m (147.6ft)

Waterline Length - 44.7 m

Beam - 8.89 M

Draft - 2.33 m

Displacement - 306 t, 380 GT *volume

Fuel Capacity - 43,680 l

Water Capacity - 13,360 l

Accommodation - twelve guests in six cabins, seven crew in four cabins

Engines - 4 x Volvo D13 1000hp

Propulsion - Volvo IPS pod drives

Speed - 23 knots max, eighteen cruise

Range - 1400 nautical miles at eighteen knots

Hull Shape - semi planning

Construction - aluminium 5083H 321

Project - Sinot exterior and interior, Lateral naval architecture

Certification - Lloyds Registry 100A1 SSC Yacht Pleasure Mono G6

www.aliayachts.com

Flybridge Cruiser Ends Disabled in Cromer, Norfolk

A flybridge cruiser of twelve meters in length ended disabled as it was cruising off the coast of Cromer, in the Norfolk Coast, to the East of the United Kingdom at 09:15 morning time of Friday eighteen July.  The flybridge cruiser was an hour after the incident assisted by the RNLI Shannon class life boat, who found out that flybridge cruiser had its propeller stuck into fishing gear.  After this the life boat towed the boat to a safe area first, and later free'd its propeller from the fishing gear.  The Sealine flybridge cruiser was later able to make it on it's power to its destination.

The Sealine in this accident is a 420 Statesman as produced from 1995 to 1997.  The 420 Statesman was a replacement to the Sealine 410, with the model soft evolving with extended bathing platform into the F44.

Project: Maiora 42 Exuma

Maiora, a brand of Next Yacht Group, presents the project preview of the new 42 Exuma project, a yacht conceived to revolutionize the onboard experience by placing at its core the very essence of living at sea. The 42 Exuma is born from direct observation of daily life onboard and an authentic listening to the needs of owners and their guests. It breaks free from traditional nautical constraints, from guest cabins relegated to lower decks, to oversized and often underused main salons, to sacrificed crew spaces. Even the upper deck, typically the most active area on yachts of this size, has been reimagined compared to traditional layout, to offer owners and guests an exclusive space, free from forced cohabitation with technical areas and operational passages, embodying a new idea of privacy and liveability. This project proposes a human-central experience where every environment is conceived considering the real life onboard, breaking through classic archetypes. The result is a yacht that abandons the rigid, typical functional stratification of the yachting industry, giving back the yacht to its owner and the time spent at sea. The Maiora 42 Exuma was designed by the Maiora team, in collaboration with designer Giorgio Maria Cassetta for the exterior and Elie Saab for the interior. The concept and space planning were developed by the shipyard, proposing with this project a new living paradigm onboard. The exterior lines are signed by Giorgio Maria Cassetta, the internationally renowned designer who in eighteen years, has created more than four hundred yachts and contributed to reshaping the aesthetics of contemporary yacht design. The interiors are by Elie Saab, an expression of the unmistakable elegance of the famous couturier, bringing his sophisticated and timeless vision to the nautical world. With a length of 42 meters, the new Maiora flagship spans four decks and can comfortably accommodate up to twelve guests in four VIP cabins and the owner’s suite, all located on the main deck. The crew area includes 5 cabins for 9 people. The interiors stand out for their brightness, enhanced by extensive use of glass surfaces. The main living areas are distributed across the decks, where the functions are organized into wide and continuous spaces. The entire length of the vessel is accessible via walk-around decks in the upper deck, with both the main deck and the upper deck featuring openable terraces. The heart of the yacht is an open-space lounge on the upper deck, offering uninterrupted views from stern to bow and vice versa, an arrangement that allows those at the extreme bow to observe the entire longitudinal axis of the yacht without obstruction. The new Mairoa 42 Exuma is powered by twin IPS propulsion with four Volvo 1000hp engines for speeds up to twenty knots, and triple MTU 2600hp with MJP jet drives for top speeds up thirty knots. The first unit of the 42 Exuma has been sold, with construction started and delivery scheduled for Summer 2027.

www.maiora.it

Princess Super Yacht Collides Into Corinth Canal Bank, Greece

The forty meter Princess super yacht Le Verseau collided into the Corinth Canal left bank, in Greece as it was passing from the famous channel on Thursday seventeen July at 17:58 hours.  The story was broken by The Yacht Report on his video cast of Friday 25 July, for a video which is reported as sent by one of his viewers.  According to its AIS the Princess yacht was heading North West, going from the Saronic Gulf in the Aegean Sea to the Gulf of Corinth in the Ionian Sea.  The cause of the collision are not reported though most probably the captain lost control because of the current which has the habit of becoming rather insidious at times.  

This is the second reported yacht which collided into the Corinth Canal bank in less to a year, as on 28 July 2024 the 49 meter Heesen m/y Home suffered a similar fate.  But the chances are big that the collisions in the Corinth Canal are more common to this, with the lucky part being if you are filmed or photo'ed or not.  

M/y Le Verseau is a 2016 Princess 40M as designed by Bernard Olesinski and produced from 2012 to 2019 in eight units.  The 40M is Princess largest built yacht to date, and was the second model of the M super yachts line which debuted with the 32M in 2011, and was stopped in 2019 with a 30M as its last build.

Couple Saved as Cabin Cruiser Goes Ablaze in Magdeburg, Germany

A Danish couple was saved as their classic Danish flagged nine meter cabin cruiser went ablaze between the Editha and Zollbrücke bridges on the Elbe in Magdeburg, Germany at 05:00 early morning time of Thursday seventeen July.  Magedburg Fire Police assisted to the blaze with 41 men, two ambulances, five police patrol cars, and a water protection police boat also because the boat was located near two important bridges.  The Danish couple escaped by jumping in the water, and were assisted with first aid by local emergency services on the spot, and then taken to hospital with suspicion of hypothermia and smoke gas poisoning.  The fire was controlled after an hour, at about 06:00 morning time, although the boat ended wrecked.  The cause of the fire was not advised, though it was reported to have started with loud explosion.

Classic Sportfish Ends On The Rocks at Merrimack River

A classic Egg Harbor sportfish cruiser of ten meters in length with two persons onboard ended atop a reef at the entrance of the Merrimack River near Plum Island, in Massachusetts North East of the USA on the evening of Wednesday sixteen July.  An error of navigation was the cause of the grounding, and also because the classic cruiser navigated outside the markers with low tide.  The classic cruiser decided to wait for a high tide to get removed, with this expected not before midnight.

The Egg Harbor in this grounding is a 33 Sedan as produced from 1971 to 1981.  The 33 Sedan was Egg Harbor first fiberglass hulled boat, build with a mahogany deck and super structure till 1978.  The 33 Sedan was replaced by a second generation Egg Harbor 33 Sedan.

New Model: Schaefer 375

Schaefer present the new 375, its entry level sport sport cruiser which is full of elements of the larger yachts of the Brazilian yacht builder which go up to 25 meters. Among the new Schaefer 375 main features is the single level cockpit floor, without any steps a concept carried over from the the smaller V33 walk-around model. The Schaefer 375 also comes with drop down expandable side balconies, which expand the aft deck beam just shy of six meters expanding and integrating the cockpit. The Schaefer 375 comes with electrically operated hardtop opens the sunroof at the touch of a button. Access to the bow is via an internal passageway on the port side—ensuring safety even when the sport cruiser is underway. The lower deck cabin area features full headroom and features sleeping accommodation for four; one in the forward cabin and the other amidships, as well as a table, galley, and a large bathroom. The Schaefer 375 is powered by twin Volvo 320hp diesel with stern drives, or triple 300hp outboard option.

Technical Data:

LOA - 11.73 m (38.4ft)

Beam - 3.69 m

Draft - 0.76 m ex drives and props

Displacement - 9376 kg inboard version

Fuel Capacity - 690 l *inboard version

Water Capacity - 282 l

Max Persons - fourteen 

Accommodation - four berths

Engines - 2 x Volvo D4 320hp, 3 x Mercury Verado 300hp *outboard and gas

Propulsion - Volvo DPI duo prop sterndrives, or triple outboards

Hull Shape - modified Vee with eighteen degrees deadrise aft

Project - Marcio Schaefer

Certification - CE B

www.schaeferyachts.com.br

Fountain Powerboat Ends Aground in Avalon, New Jersey

A nine meter Fountain powerboat ended aground in the marches of Avalon, New Jersey on the afternoon of Tuesday fifteen July.  The boat was assisted by Sea Tow Cape May, who shared the story on its Facebook page.  Sea Tow Cape May waited for a higher tide, and then towed the powerboat back to deep water.  The specifics of the accident and collision are not advised, nor is the damage sustained by the boat. 

The boat in this accident is a second generation Fountain 29 Fever as produced from 1993 to 2010.  The second generation Fountain 29 Fever was a replacement to the first generation 29 Fever.

Project: CL Yachts CLB65 SUV

Cheoy Lee CL Yachts is proud to unveil its latest concept: CLB65 SUV. This new model is being introduced as part of the brand’s ongoing expansion, and is a hard-top version of the CLB65 which debuted in 2023.  The newest addition to CL Yachts’ B-Series, this compact and versatile model offering a sporty difference to the flybridge version, replaced by extended hard-top.  Offering a gateway to unforgettable family journeys on the open water, CLB65 SUV is a truly sturdy vessel built to last, suited to a wide range of climates. The choice of RINA Hull Construction certification or CE Category B Class certification provides added peace of mind.  Designed with the owner-operator in mind, the sporty nineteen metre sport yacht is powered by either twin Caterpillar or Volvo 1000hp diesel engines, enabling it to reach impressive top speeds of thirty knots. As an added bonus, for convenient docking, a hidden ZF JMS boat control system can be used on either wing.

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Flare Gun Play Causes Fire to Classic Hatteras in Bradenton Florida

A classic thirteen meters Hatteras sportfish cruiser had its flybridge go ablaze at Twin Dolphin Marina, near Riverwalk, Bradenton, Florida on 13:30 of Monday fourteen July.  Bradenton Fire Department and City of Bradenton Fire tended to the fire which was reported on 911 by witnesses, and managed to extinguish it, with the damage surrounding solely to the flybridge area.  Following this an eye witness who saw the accident reported that he saw three teens fire something off the bridge, and set the flybridge of the Hatteras boat.  With this report and CCTV in hand from the area, the Bradenton Police Department incriminated the three teens aged between eleven and fourteen years old, who were charged with first degree arson, firearm possession, and discharging of a firearm in public and private property.  The three kids were then transported to the Manatee Juvenile Detention Center.

The Hatteras in this accident is a 46 Convertible Series I as designed by Jack Hargrave and produced from 1974 to 1981.  The 46 Convertible Series I was a replacement to the 45 Convertible Series I, and was replaced by Hatteras 46 Convertible Series II.

New Model: Colombo 33 Sogno

Colombo present the new 33 Sogno, a model name which translates to Dream.  Created by the Colombo's inhouse design studio, the 33 Sogno, with its classic, timeless lines, represents a valuable work of yesteryear with top-of-the-line forms.  She is an actual fact an evolution of the 32 Romance with more space both inside and outside and with out the mahogany wood veneer finish to the exterior.    The 33 Sogno is for this an endeavour that brings back the charm of the past, when quality was more important then time at Colombo.  The 33 Sogno is also customizable in both colours and fittings, to make it fit to every owner wishes and vision.  The Colombo 33 Sogno comes with two cockpit layout, with a larger wet-bar to port side or smaller to starboard.  The interior offers a double V-shaped berth forward, with a shower head to starboard.  The Colombo 33 Sogno is powered by twin Volvo gas engines from 250 to 350hp, or 270hp diesel engines.

Technical Data:

LOA - 9.99 m (32.7ft)

Hull Length - 9.7 m

Beam - 2.99 m

Draft - 0.85 m

Displacement - 5.40 t

Fuel Capacity - 500 l

Water Capacity - 200 l

Max Persons - ten

Accommodation - two berths

Engines - 2 x Volvo V6 CE 250hp, V6 CE 280hp, V8 CE 300hp, V8 CE 300hp, D4 270hp *diesel

Propulsion - Volvo DPS or DPI dual propeller stern drive

Speed - 48 knots max 27 cruise with twin Volvo 300hp gas engines

Range - 250 nautical miles at 27 knots cruise

Certification - CE B

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40 meters Super Yacht Ends Atop Reef Near Bodrum

The forty meter super yacht titled m/y Monte Carlo ended atop a visible reef offshore to Karancir, in the Aklaryar region of Bodrum on Monday fourteen July.  The cause and the number of persons onboard at the time of the grounding are not reported, and if the yacht ran aground for an error of navigation or a technical problem.  The super yacht was being assisted by a tug boat on the same day, with a plan for a recovery being organized to float it and take it to a yacht yard for inspection and then to do the needed repairs.  The yacht was floated and towed to Didim on Thursday afternoon.

M/y Monte Carlo the yacht in this incident is a custom 1988 delivered Amels 40.23 meters as designed by Diana for exterior and interiors from Claudette Bonville.