Engine: Yanmar BY2 Series 260hp

Yanmar Marine has announced the introduction of a new generation of it’s BY Series lightweight diesels, two years after the first of these electronically controlled common rail engines became available. The BY2 Series diesels, with NMEA 2000 CAN-bus technology, will provide the same output as their predecessors, the four-cylinder 150hp (110kW) and 180hp (132kW) models, plus six-cylinder versions at 220hp (162kW) and 260hp (191kW), all rated at 4,000rpm. As before, they all meet the latest EPA and RCD emissions regulations. The new BY2 Series engines will have many improvements incorporated. These include a fully jacketed water-cooled exhaust manifold. There are modifications to the turbocharger and heat exchanger, along with a full metal top cover, which provides protection to the fuel system components below and results in a lower profile of 23mm. The engine control unit (ECU) has been reprogrammed from torque to speed control, providing smoother operation and better synchronization on twin engine applications. A glow plug controller has been added as standard equipment, which virtually eliminates cold start white smoke. To provide easier installation of the engines and future servicing, the fuel inlet and return connections on the engine are now incorporated into a single manifold mounted on the lower side of the engine, along with a new two-piece flywheel housing for both sterndrive and inboard applications.

www.yanmarmarine.com

New Model: Cranchi 32 Zaffiro HT

Cranchi new Master Cruiser HT line starts with the introduction of the new 32 Zaffiro HT model. The HT version is based on the standard 32 Zaffiro and similar in all, but with the addition of rigid protection in the central cockpit, under the helm station. A 36 Zaffiro HT with a similar concept is also on the works, and will be the second in this new line by the Italian builder. Still from a renowned firm as Cranchi, I would have been of the idea that this new line could be the input of more modern hard top looks, then this actual design which looks more like a sport fisher then a modern hard top boat, with the thinking going that the Pelican models already do a similar job to this.

Technical Data:

LOA - 10.41 m (34.1ft)

Length - 9.21 m

Length Waterline - 7.40 m

Beam - 3.64 m

Draft - 0.87 m

Displacement - 5.830 kg

Fuel Capacity - 530 l

Water Capacity - 165 l

Max Persons - 10

Accommodation - 2+2

Engines - Volvo 2 x D3EVC 190hp, D4 EVC 225hp

Propulsion - Volvo DP-S, DP-H stern drives

Project - Aldo Cranchi, Centro Studi Ricerche Cranchi

Certification - CE B

www.cranchi.it

Boat Review: Ocean Yachts 37 Billfish

Presentation

Ocean Yachts 37 Billfish, is a stunning looking boat, presented by this 31 year old builder, last February during the Miami boat show. The new small Ocean revives the sixties when day sport fishers where common sight in any marina around the globe, coming from now famous legendary boat builders who created a myth in that era, which lives as at today. The 37 Billfish is revolved to those enthusiasts who want a classic looking sport fisher with amenities of the new millennium, such as modern diesel engines, luxury interiors, and the improving ride of modern hull shapes. The thinking is also that the new small Ocean Yacht is also an interesting sportfish cruiser for those owners wanting a classic, but have no time in refitting an old boat to there liking.

Accommodation

As rugged and minimal as it may look the 37 Bill Fish has a luxurious finished satin cherry wood lower deck, offering a comfortably spacious three berth two plus one forward cabin, a nice l-shaped galley and a head with enclosing shower stall. Ocean Yachts also offer an option B layout here, with the change in the forward cabin, in this case featuring a more luxurious double island berth.

The main deck of the 37 Bill Fish is what would you expect from a sport fisher with a free roomy aft cockpit for the fisherman, but also easy to organise a set of chairs and table to make this a nice entertaining area. Move more to fore, and you have to port a 6 person c-shaped dinette, a settee opposite, and to starboard we have the lower helm station. The fly for an 11 metre sport fisher also offers more then the usual comfort with a central single seated helm station, and 2 person settees on each side.

Performance 

As most US built Sport fishers, the 37 Billfish has it all, good top end speed of 35 knots, and comfortable cruising of 30 knots with the smaller engine option of twin 480hp highly efficient Yanmar engines, propelled with stable shaft drives in propeller pockets. For that extra knot Ocean also offers a more powerful twin Cat C9 510hp option. Hull shape is a geometrical vee, with a deep forward entry of 32 degrees going to a moderate 12 degrees aft, for more stable low speed trawling. Last minute news also says the 37 Billfish to be also available with a Pod drive propulsion in the near future. We wait for more information about this.

Positive

Spacious Main Deck

2 layout option

Negative

Side Decks fore to aft movement

Competition

Ocean Yachts 37 Billfish is a unique affair and real competition is hard to come by. If you are looking for a Sport Fisher with classic looks and dual helm station, but an open cockpit no patio door main deck, it is your only relevant choice. Similar in concept but slightly bigger in size is the San Juan 40 FB, but in this case more of a traditional cruiser lobster design.

San Juan 40 FB - slightly bigger, lobster tradition design, similar layout

WILD CARD: Bertram 360 - entry level legend, no fly but tuna tower option gives 2nd helm

Conclusion

Ocean Yachts have been clever when they embarked in the project of the 37 Billfish, finding a niche in the market for a classic looking boat, with a unique flair. You can buy the 37 Billfish definitely to go fishing, which is its main job, but you can also purchase it as a classic looking boat with plenty of thoughtful features in its design, performance, great sea keeping and none the less the outstanding rugged good looks.

Technical Data

LOA. 11.48 metres (37.8 ft)

Beam. 4.22 metres

Draft. 0.76 metres

Displacement. 10.660 kg dry

Fuel Capacity. 1578 litres

Water Capacity. 283 litres

Accommodation. 1 cabin with 3 berths 1 head, option B 1 cabin with 2 berths

Engines. 2 x Yanmar 6LY3-ETP 480hp, Cummins QSB5.9 480hp, Cat C9A 510hp

Propulsion. Shaft Drive with propeller pockets

Speed. max 35 knots, cruising 30 knots with Yanmar

Hull Shape. vee shape with 32.5 deg entry forward, 12.8 deg aft

Project. Ocean Yachts

www.oceanyachtsinc.com

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New Model: Sanlorenzo SD 122

Mythical builder Sanlorenzo presents the new SD 122, the second model of the semi displacement line built of fiberglass, introduced a year ago with the introduction of the SD 92. The new SD 122 is designed by renowned yacht architect Francesco Paszkowski, who presented a three deck super yacht, with the classic Sanlorenzo looks, offering timeless lines and the much sought after dark windows in the upper deck. The standard interior layout offers 5 cabins for the guest and his owners. Crew berths are for 7 members in 4 cabins. Power is by twin C32 Caterpillar giving 1623hp each, which give a maximum speed of 17 knots and cruising of 12, with a range of 3000 nautical miles.

Technical Data:

LOA - 37.44 m (122.8ft)

Beam - 8 m

Draft - 2 m

Displacement - 184 t half load

Fuel Capacity - 36000 l

Water Capacity - 6000 l

Accommodation - 10 guest berths in 5 cabins, 7 crew berths in 4 cabins

Engine - 2 x Caterpillar C32 Acert 1624hp

Speed - 17 knots max, 12 knots cruising

Range - 3000 nautical miles at 12 knots cruising

Construction Material - GRP

Project - Francesco Paszkowski

www.sanlorenzoyacht.com

Class 1 - Qatar 95 Win Victory 1 takes Ebox

A phenomenal season finale saw Qatar 95, come from fourth place on the start grid to stun newly crowned World Champions Mohammed Al Marri and Nadir Bin Hendi, in the Emirates & Dubai Duty Free Grand Prix to take their first win of the season.

Qatar 95, who had been fast all weekend, flew out of the blocks and was able to catch and overtake both Victory boats in a show of power and speed, within the first lap and a half of the race.

Victory 1, who led from the flag, had to watch as both Qatar boats and then Jotun passed them, but had the reliability to finish second and complete a highly successful year, ending the season as World, Middle East and Edox Pole Position Champions, and they will remain the team to beat in 2009.

Victory 7, started well but had to settle for third place as they once again finished on the podium.

For the third successive race in a row Qatar 96 were forced to retire from a leading position. A damaged propeller on lap four ended their hopes of ending the season with a win, rounding off another frustrating race to cap a highly disappointing year.

There was also huge frustration for Jotun, who, after moving from fifth place into second spot to mount a challenge on the race leaders, saw any hopes of a race win disappear after losing a propeller.

A good weekend for Roscioli Hotels Roma, was topped off with a top four finish improving on their fifth place grid placing to take a season best fourth place.

Foresti & Suardi enjoyed a race-long fight with Negotiator, and held them off to take fifth place and finish the season with their highest-ever points tally, with the new pairing of Ahmed Al Suwaidi and Nicola Giorgi coming home in seventh ahead of Spirit of Spain.

The young Maritimo crew saw their race end in a dramatic fashion after a big spin in the latter stages of the race, and although the boat was badly damaged, the crew came away with just a few bruises.

Emirates & Dubai Duty Free Grand Prix - race results
1. Qatar 95 - A Al-Sulaiti (QAT) / M Nicolini (ITA) – 01.01.02,79
2. Victory 1 - M Al Marri (UAE) / N Bin Hendi (UAE) + 00.08,56
3. Victory 7 - A Al Mehairbi (UAE) / JM Sanchez (FR) + 00.51,49
4. Roscioli Hotels Roma 88 - S Carrasco (ESP) / G Carpitella (ITA) + 01.57,56
5. Foresti & Suardi 8 - K Selmer (NOR) / G Montavoci (ITA) + 02.31,60
6. Negotiator 50 - C Parsonage (GB) / W Moore (US) + 02.51,11
7. Giorgioffshore 18 – A Al Suwaidi (UAE) / N Giorgi (ITA) – 03.35,77
8. Spirit of Spain 60 M A Ahmed (ESP) / Christian Rivolta (ITA) + 2 laps
9. Jotun 90 - IB Aarbakke (NOR) / J Tandberg (NOR) + 3 laps Maritimo
10 - T Barry-Cotter (AUS) / PV Nilsen (NOR) – dnf
Qatar 96 - H Al-Thani (QAT) / S Curtis (GB) – dnf
WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP - after round 8 of 8
1. Victory 1 – 144pts
2. Victory 7 – 121pts
3. Qatar 95 – 105pts
4. Qatar 96 – 75pts
5. Jotun 90 – 70pts
6. Foresti & Suardi 8 – 66pts
7. Giorgioffshore 18 – 32pts
8. Roscioli Hotels Roma 88 – 28pts
9. Negotiator 50 – 25pts
10. Spirit of Spain – 60 7pts
11. Qatar 9 – 4pts

www.class-1.com

Project: Bavaria 46 Open

Bavaria Yachts presents the first boat in an innovative new product called Sport Line: the 46 is designed in cooperation with BMW Group DesignworksUSA. The new Bavaria sport cruiser is the biggest power boat built to date by the German builder, and will offer a generous 3-cabin layout. Bavaria Yachts and BMW Group DesignworksUSA collaborated to develop a sport cruiser, which the German builder says will set new standards in design and functionality. It's sport dynamic will be apparent at a glance with an innovative spatial concept resulting in a 3 cabin boat which will be available as an open, a sport top or a flybridge. The 46 Open will be presented for the first time at boot Düsseldorf 2009 and can be ordered as of January 2009.

www.bavaria-yachtbau.com

Class 1 - Dubai U.A.E. Preview

Victory Team will be looking to cap a brilliant season by adding the Middle East and Edox Pole Position Championships to the World crown they lifted last week, after finishing first and second in the Mina Seyahi Grand Prix.

Victory 1 heads the Edox Pole Position and Middle East Championships, and will line up for the Emirates and Dubai Duty Free Grand Prix as favourites to complete an impressive treble.

The only threat to their possible treble comes from Qatar 96 crew desperate to salvage something from a disappointing season by completing a hat-trick of wins in qualifying to secure a first Pole Position title for Sheikh Hassan and a remarkable straight eighth title for Curtis. But failure to win in qualifying and in the Emirates and Dubai Duty Free Grand Prix would see the eight times World Champion without a race-win or a title for the first time in 12 years.

With the title and the runners-up slot in the World Championship already secured by Victory 1, Victory 7 battle for third place is a three-way fight between both Qatar outfits and Jotun, with Abdullah Al-Sulaiti and Matteo Nicolini in Qatar 95 holding the upper hand.

Victory also dominates the Middle East standings, leaving another three-way fight for third place, with Foresti & Suardi fighting with the Qatar boats as they bid to finish as the highest-placed European crew.

After taking its first Class 1 podium last week, finishing third Giorgioffshore has confirmed that he will run with the team’s test driver, Riccardo Calugi. Tom Barry-Cotter and Pal Virik Nilsen have used the break between races to test and make modifications to the new Maritimo raceboat, with the Australian-Norwegian pairing looking for a second top six finish in Saturday’s final race of the season.

Roscioli Hotels Roma and Spirit of Spain will hope that engine changes to both boats will resolve the issues that curtailed their last race early in proceedings, whilst Foresti & Suardi has repaired the damage they sustained and Negotiator and Jotun have resolved the problems that prevented both from starting last time out. Eleven boats will line up for the 21-lap, 97.21Nm Emirates and Dubai Duty Free Grand Prix; first official practice takes place on Thursday, 11 December (12.00-13.00) followed by a second session on Friday morning (10.00-11.30) and the Edox Pole Position at 14.30. Final practice is on Saturday morning (09.30 -10.30) followed by the Emirates and Dubai Duty Free Grand Prix starting at 14.30.

WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP - after round 7 of 8

1. Victory 1 – 125pts

2. Victory 7 – 105pts

3. Qatar 95 – 81pts

4. Qatar 96 – 71pts

5. Jotun 90 – 64pts

6. Foresti & Suardi 8 – 57pts

7. SeveneleveN 18 – 26pts

8. Spirit of Spain 88 – 19pts

9. Negotiator 50 – 16pts

10. Qatar 9 – 4pts

Roscioli Hotels Roma 60 – 0pts

MIDDLE EAST CHAMPIONSHIP - after round 3 of 4

1. Victory 1 – 60pts

2. Victory 7 – 42pts

3= Qatar 95 – 23pts

3= Foresti & Suardi 8 – 23pts

5. Qatar 96 – 22pts

6. SeveneleveN 18 – 17pts

6. Negotiator 50 – 16pts

Roscioli Hotels Roma 60 – 0 pts

Jotun 90 – 0 pts

Spirit of Spain 88 – 0 pts

EDOX POLE POSITION CHAMPIONSHIP – after round 7 of 8

1. Victory 1 – 102pts

2. Qatar 96 – 99pts

3. Jotun 90 – 70pts

4. Qatar 95 – 59pts

5. Victory 7 – 45pts

6. Foresti & Suardi 8 – 24pts

7. SeveneleveN 18 – 20pts

8. Negotiator 50 – 17pts

9 Spirit of Spain 88 – 7pts

10= Qatar 9 – 5pts

10= White 4 – 5pts

12. Roscioli Hotels Roma 60 – 3pts

www.class-1.com

New Model: Ferretti 470

The new 470 consolidates Ferretti intention to complete its new entry range with a model that fully reflects the innovative layout concept introduced by the 630, and penetrate an international target group of young, privileged owners, aiming to increase its market share in the well-established European sector and the American, Middle East and Asia Pacific markets. A product of the highly successful collaboration between the AYT – Advanced Yacht Technology, the Ferretti Engineering Division, and the Studio Zuccon International Project, the Ferretti 470 is an ideal blend of form and function in a compact size with a length of 14.65 metres and a 4.34 metre beam, making the most intelligent use of space creating the best of Italian luxury while surrounded by levels of comfort. Ferretti 470 offers a range of features that makes it unique in its class, firstly the single window area similar to the 630 and 510 in shape, providing a sweeping, uninterrupted view from stern to bows and allowing natural light to flood the entire living area. The location of the galley aft, an other feature from the 630 and 510 also optimises the use of interior space and enhances liveability by opening the swinging window, in fact, it’s possible to create a single open space with a seamless transition between cockpit, galley and living area. Accommodation, is a three cabins, two for guests and a forward master cabin with large bathroom. Natural light is provided by large opening windows in every space and a more extensive glazed area than on previous models, ensuring a greater level of on board comfort. The layout of the 470 fulfils the needs of owners who like sharing their time on board with family or friends but if desired though, crew accommodation can be created by converting the additional stern storage locker into sleeping quarters. The flybridge, accessible from the cockpit, is designed without a roll bar and offers a spacious sun lounge with a roomy sunpad aft, complemented by another sunpad on the forward main deck, a spacious U-shaped divan seating 8, table and grill area. The Bimini creates areas of relaxing shade, while the lounger forward, next to the helm station, allows guests to keep the sun worshipping. Ferretti 470 is powered by twin 600hp Cummins providing a cruising speed of 28 knots and maximum of 31 knots.
Technical Data:
LOA - 14.65m (48ft)
Length Hull - 14.45m
Waterline Length - 12.58m
Beam - 4.34m
Displacement - 22.800 kg loaded, 19.300 kg unloaded
Fuel Capacity - 1600 l
Water Capacity - 645 l
Max Persons - 12
Berths - 6 + 1 crew
Engines - 2 x Cummins QSC8.3 600hp
Speed - 31 knots max, 28 knots cruising
Project - Zuccon International Project, Ferretti AYT
Certification - CE A

www.ferretti-yachts.com

Project: Tarquin Trader 38 Sprint

The Tarquin Trader 38 Sprint project marks an important landmark for this builder history, presenting a production motor launch with a completely different dimension and style to its range, offering performance and contemporary design. The 38 Sprint hull one is scheduled for delivery in early Spring 2009, and is designed by world renowned naval architect Tony Castro. This will be the smallest Trader ever built and also the fastest thanks to the highly advanced Zeus propulsion that has been incorporated into its design. A generous beam makes this 38 Sprint a voluminous craft in her class, built using High Modulus composite technology construction which makes the 38 extremely resilient in the harshest of conditions. Tarquin’s design team worked closely with CMD to integrate the Zeus pods and their tunnels into its design. With fewer underwater appendages, there is less drag under the hull resulting in a more efficient performance compared to standard shafts and rudders, resulting in 20% more range at 25 knots and a 15% higher top speed of over 35 knots. The Zeus system also offers intuitive control systems afloat making the 38 Sprint exceptionally easy to use, with features as the ‘skyhook’ button links to the GPS system, standard joystick providing easy vessel control for the helmsman to moor, and automatic trim tabs also integrated with the Zeus system to work in harmony with the boat’s speed. Sleeping accommodation is for four featuring two spacious cabins, and a head with a full size shower and toilet. Many new luxurious materials, such as two types of bamboo in the joinery, have been used to create a modern interior styling. The saloon floor is flush with the aft deck creating one large entertainment area when the four panel doors are fully opened. A door to the side deck adjacent to the helm and a large powered sunroof allow the saloon to be opened up even further. The cockpit features plenty of sociable seating and safe access to the bathing platform and side decks and can be sheltered by canvas canopies or opened up to the saloon area, depending on the weather. Deck spaces have the feel of a much bigger boat and features such as concealed fender storage and raised mooring gear make docking easier. Every new detail that has been incorporated into the Trader 38 Sprint has been designed to make an impact, from its outstanding performance with top speeds of over 35 knots to its ultra-modern design. With a choice of four new contemporary solid hull colours, Aegean Blue, Baltic Grey, Coral Red and Jade Green as well as the traditional Trader stripes, the new Trader 38 Sprint is the most forward-thinking design ever produced from this builder.

www.tradermotoryachts.com

New Model: Baglietto 58 Metre Aluminium

Cantieri Navali Baglietto, a world leader in the construction of superyachts, is proud to announce the launch of hull No. C. 10201, a 58-metre aluminium motor yacht, christened Viki. The naval architecture and exterior lines are designed by Gruppo Baglietto Engineering, the inhouse naval engineering centre that provides the shipyards of the Group with expertise in naval engineering, design and research and development. Architect and designer William Sawaya from the studio Sawaya & Moroni created Viki’s interior style and some exterior details. The result is an elegant interior décor with fine details and showing a vast range of rare and precious materials. This yacht offers a great degree of comfort even at high speeds and has distinct details that make her unique for her size like the helicopter deck, relaxing area with a large sauna offering a sea view, green wall or vertical garden and a 900 litre aquarium in the guest lobby

Technical Data:

LOA - 58m (190.2ft)

Beam - 10.70m

Draft - 2.26m

Displacement - 506 t full load

Fuel Capacity - 80000 l

Water Capacity - 18000 l

Accommodation - 4 guest cabins and owner’s suite, 12 crew berths including the captain

Engines - 2 x MTU 16V4000M90 3646hp

Speed - 22 knots max

Range - 3,700 nautical miles at 14 knots

www.baglietto.com