Another exclusive preview from PowerYachtBlog, this time presenting the Sessa 54 Sport Fly just as it debuted at Cannes. This Italian builder has really upgraded itself in the last years, and when one thinks it arrived to the limits, it presents a new model pushing the borders of design and quality a step further. Christian Grande in his first flybridge Motor Yacht for Sessa takes a lot from the smaller open hardtop cruisers and yachts, giving it very sporty looks with a family feeling representing the range. Secondly Sessa also offer easy and fast handling in the marina and not, thanks to the 54 Sport Fly being equipped with the second generation of the larger Volvo IPS II drives, in this case the 900 series powered with 700hp engines. This should push the 54 Sport Fly to an estimated 37 knots max speed. Inside the 54 Sport Fly offers a three double cabin interior which is filled with natural light thanks to the huge windows and the furnishing used. Sessa also says that the 54 Sport Fly is unique for offering two real galley dining areas: being on top of the flybridge, and inside in the main deck saloon. Technical Data:
LOA - 16.4 m (53.8ft)
Length - 16.1 m
Length Waterline - 12.4 m
Beam - 4.70 m
Displacement - 23000 kg loaded, 19500 kg empty
Fuel Capacity - 2 x 1000 l
Water Capacity - 2 x 300 l
Max Persons - 14
Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins
Engines - 2 x Volvo IPS900 700hp
Propulsion - Volvo IPS II forward looking duoprop pod drives
Hull - vee poliedric shape 14.5 degrees deadrise aft
Speed - 37 knots estimated
Design - Christian Grande lines, Massimo Radice hull
The new Ferretti 740 will make its worldwide debut at the Genoa boat show next month, and will be a replacement but also a further updated development of the 731 model. Result of the cooperation between Advanced Yacht Technology of Ferretti and Studio Zuccon International Project, the 740 is a yacht with strong personality, created with spacious interiors and a design decor where warm tones and precious materials predominate. The main noticable difference from the 731 is the new design larger windows feature on the lower deck for all the cabins. As it is habit for Ferretti the 740 features a classical style but with elegant, contemporary stylistic touches. The external profile of the 740 is sleek thanks to the graphic lines of the windows featuring three distincitve small shark fins to join with the natural element of the sea. In addition to the open view windows of the owners cabin, two new typologies of windows have been inserted in the hull: a window that features an oval shape with two portholes in both the double guest cabins, and an additional one at bow in the VIP cabin with a wider porthole that can be opened. These new windows have been designed to enhance the presence of natural light in every guest zone. On the stern bathing platform there is still the comfy sofa bench which becomes like a mezzanine on the water thanks to an electro-hydraulic movement system transformation. The cockpit, with teak floor, is furnished with a sofa, big table and chairs. On the left, the stairs give access to the flying bridge where the pilot station is placed further back and in a central position to give a broader view for navigation and piloting the yacht. The pilot seat has a 360 turning circle, allowing it to turn round and join with U-shaped dinette behind. Ferretti 740 will also be available in hard top version with electric opening of the bimini top, a further novelty versus the 731. Inside the 740 welcomes you with a wide salon, that maintains the structural line of the previous 731 model but featuring a new layout, plunged in natural light and offering a cosy atmosphere created by the tones of the materials selected for the furniture and the bleached walnut, used for the first time onboard Ferretti yacht. The interior manages to join living and dining area but keeping a harmonious continuity of space without view interruption. On the left, a wide sofa in a L shape and a comfortable armchair are positioned around a low table. Starboard, there is a TV with pop-up system and an additional sofa for three followed by the stairs to the flying bridge. The dining area separated from the living through wood furniture, features a tempered glass table and chairs for eight guests. The dining zone opens to an access area that connects galley, pilothouse, the exterior and the lower deck, making more easy the access for the crew. The galley is located in a strategic position, between the dining area and the pilot house, in order to let the crew move without disturbing the guests. Once more, the shipyard chose the top of made in Italy with a fully-equipped Ernestomeda galley, with glossy lacquered furnishing in to enhance the light of this area. A sliding door give access to the exterior. At bow is located the pilot house with dinette/charting zone and extendable table. On the lower deck, the Ferretti 740 cabins are distinguished by unique details: bulkheads and walls are covered in light-coloured fabric framing the windows, which allow in plenty of light. The beds have wood structures and have decorated bed-heads. All the cabins have a private bathroom equipped. The full-beam owners suite is located in the centre of the boat, with walk-in wardrobe and bathroom with wenge floor where dominates a wide semicircular shower. Further to fore one finds the two double guest cabins, and at bow is located the VIP cabin. The 740 will be be powered with twin MAN 1360hp or more powerful optional 1550hp units. Both the motorization push the yacht to a max speed over 30 knots.
In the beginning of Summer Nord West launched a first boat the 370 SportsTop with a new system called Stern drive Joystick. Similar to the IPS this new drive system has electrical steering, and manoeuvring in harbours can be done very easily thanks to easy to use joystick control. Nord West was among the first users of Volvo IPS system as well as being among the first to make a special designed hull for the propulsion. Every boat can be installed with a maximum of 4 joystick controls. With the new system stern drive with joystick Nord West adds as promised an other fourth model with this easy to use option, the 370 Flybridge following the 370 SportsTop, 370 Coupe and 420 Flybridge, The 370 Flybridge now offers easy to use joystick control added with the efficiency stern drives offer. This option actually makes sense in the 370 Flybridge as much as it does on the bigger 420 Flybridge due to the difficulty stern drives usually offer in marina manoeuvring. www.nordwest.se
Bavaria´s new 28 Sport, was world premiered at the Norwegian Boat Show in Oslo on 2 September 2009. The new 28 Sport, is designed by BMW Group DesignworksUSA, and was unveiled by Bavaria´s CEO, Andres Cardenas, in front of the builders representatives, dealers, and the Norwegian press. Mirrored throughout the design elements are excellently equipped and feature generous spaces balancing comfort, and practicality all with a high-quality finish. The 28 Sport offers a lot of space for its size, starting with the spaciously designed and well-laid out cockpit area, offering a wide variety of sitting areas ensure there will be a favourite spot for everybody on board. And to ensure there is even more space, there are many storage possibilities. The feeling for space continuous in the lower deck reserved for the accommodation, where here a comfortable height in the salon makes working in the galley enjoyable, while the vee shape saloon to fore a group of at least six people can sit comfortable. Sleeping accommodation is for four guest berths, in a convertible vee shaped settee to fore, and separate cabin aft which has also a nice lounger. Power is from five different Volvo options which includes single or twin engines in both petrol or diesel formats. Technical Data:
LOA - 8.95 m (29.4ft)
Hull Length - 8.50 m
Beam - 2.99 m
Draft - 0.90 m includes props
Displacement - 4000 kg
Fuel Capacity - 520 l
Water Capacity - 100 l
Max Persons - 6
Accommodation - 4 berths
Engines - 1 x Volvo 5.7GXI 320hp, 2 x Volvo 4.3GXI 225hp Petrol
1 x Volvo D4 260hp, D4 300hp, 2 x Volvo D3 160hp
Design - BMW DesignworksUSA
Certification - CE B
Launched in 2005 the Cabo 52 Express represents the US, California, Adelanto builder way of keeping up with clients who always request a bigger Sportfish Yacht, having at the time upgraded from the 45 Express. Designed by Cabo with Michael Peters, the 52 Express is still as at today the bigger sized boat from the 1991 founded company, sharing its flagship status with the 52 Flybridge launched earlier on this year. Further on, the last fall of 2008 the 52 Express has also been upgraded with a new three cabin layout, putting this open express Sportfish Yacht a tad above its competitors, along with the fittings which have a fame from the many of being a benchmark in the current production boat building offer. The 52 Express makes also its job of a big game sportfish yacht to perfection offering plenty of space on the aft deck, forty knots performance with excellent sea keeping qualities, and a spacious well laid below decks for long days fishing or cruising.
Accommodation
Welcoming you onboard in its huge aft cockpit, all free spaced for the fisherman minus the fighting chair in the middle. Here it is full with fishing amenities finding a bait prep center with covering lid, a rigging board, ice box with refrigeration plates, voluminous tackle storage, and a fifty gallon circulating bait tank with a large drain molded into the transom. Move more forward to this and the comforts for the guests start to appear in the form of an L-shaped settee to port, and a wet bar opposite. The helm station is located centrally for optimum visibility in every part with its central adjustable Stidd seat, and two further companionway seats. Command station console has plenty of room for a complete array of modern marine systems, engine electronic controls, color digital read outs, plus an array of custom switch panels with warning lights, and Palm Beach pod mounted single lever electronic controls for responsive easy maneuverability.
On the central starboard side is the entrance to the lower cabin deck available in three different versions. The first two are very similar minus the fore cabin, welcoming you with an l-shaped saloon settee to port, spacious l-shaped galley opposite, and day head to starboard just by the stairway. Cabins on the standard version are an en-suited owners stateroom with a central queen sized berth, and a twin bunk to port. The other version distinguishes itself for being what I call a buddies boat having the owner stateroom to fore replaced with three single berths in a vee shape. The new third cabin version changes most of the layout below from the standard version, offering a C-shaped galley, and L-shaped saloon all to starboard. To port side is the three cabins, starting with a double berth, guests shower head, and the double bunk cabin. To fore is the master en-suite with central double queen sized berth which does not loose much in size from the actual two cabin version accept in its en-suite head, which is slightly smaller.
For the technical heads this is a real dream boat, offering an engine room with its entrance on the main deck just behind the fighting chair, featuring an impressive seven feet of height, all ultra labelled systems from electrics to hydraulics, and machinery to make many engineering rooms look empty. Performance
Cabo entrusted the underwater sections to renowned hull designer Michael Peters, who offered a modified vee with a deep entry forward, and a medium sixteen degrees deadrise aft. The medium vee compromise is good to flat rough six foot seas going upwind, and give also a comfortable less rolling slow speed beam seas ride. Performance figures are actually impressive, thanks to the lighter weighted cored construction and very big MAN, MTU, and Cat engines. Standard engine is twin MAN V12 1360hp, with options going for MAN V12 1550hp, Cats C32 1570hp, and the bigger C32 1675hp. With Cats C32 1570hp the top speed is forty knots, and a 36 knots all time cruise. MAN V12 1550hp are very close to this being two knots shy away with a top speed of 38 knots. The MANs but do give a better 557 nautical miles range at twenty knots, versus the 452 miles of the Cats C32 1570hp.
Positive
three cabin option
seven foot height in engine room
systems thought out
Negative
cockpit to side deck stairs
no mezzanine
Competition
Cabo did hit the competition when on the fall of last year it presented a three cabin optional version to its 52 Express. Most similar in terms of looks and concept is surely the Viking 52 Open, followed by the Carolina flared Buddy Davis 52 Express. Competitively priced with more economic to run smaller engines is the Riviera 48 Offshore Express. A similar sized custom build currently in construction is FandS Hull.15 54 which looks good, although if you can wait for minimum a year a handful of builders located on the East Coast would be glad to build you one. Competition criteria is for a sixteen metres open express Sportfish Yacht.
Buddy Davis 52 Express - Carolina flare with two en-suited cabins
Viking 52 Open - similar outside but has mezzanine, twin cabin interior
WILD CARD: Gagliotta 52 - 3 cabins, no real sportfish but has some utilities aft
Conclusion
Cabo has been a welcome addition to the sportfish boat market since its inception in 1991. It started its path by launching a 35 Express, challenging the East Coast builders of Carolina and Florida back in those days. While the purist may have overlooked it at the time, Cabo did create what today has become a benchmark of quality being it a sportfish boat or not. This West Coast boat builder is also among the few sportfish builders who does not shy away from modernity, being one of the first of fully coring its boats, and so far according to the company the records did prove them right having no blister related complain in its eighteen year building history. The 52 Express stands at the top of Cabo's ladder being today its largest build, and it does represent a top choice in engineering, attention to detail, and superior accommodation layouts. High performance which can never miss in a Sportfish Yacht is also there offering speeds of thirty knots plus with the smaller engine choice, and over forty with the bigger options.
Technical Data
LOA. 16.4 metres (54.9ft)
Length. 15.8 metres
Beam. 5.45 metres
Draft. 1.25 metres
Displacement. 25378 kg
Fuel Capacity. 5299 litres
Water Capacity. 757 litres
Accommodation. 4/5 berths in 2 cabins + 2, 6 berths in 3 cabins + 2
Engines. 2 x MAN V12 1360hp, 1550hp, Cat C32 1572hp, C32 1675hp
Jeanneau continues the upgrade of its Leader line up presenting its second model in the range which will compromise three all new models for the 2010 season. The new 8 will be the smallest of the Leaders measuring a tad five centimetres short of nine metres. Designed by Garroni who his work with Jeanneau has been much appreciated in the Prestige line, here he follows the upmarket brand of the Beneteau Group, with similar exterior lines but also the interior echoes the prime yacht range. Inside the 8 Leader has a comfortable four berth interior, offering a comfortable vee shaped saloon which converts to a double, and a door separated mid ship double cabin. The lower deck also has a fully equipped galley, and a shower head. The cockpit outside is also well laid out offering a C-shaped settee, a sun pad to port, and a double seated helm station to starboard. Power is two choices from Volvo offering a single petrol engine 5.7GXI 320hp, or a diesel D4 option of 260hp.
John Deere Power Systems is pleased to announce a new patented PowerTech HazLoc diesel engines. Built upon John Deere's proven 8.1L platform, the PowerTech HazLoc 6081HFH75 diesel engine received United States Coast Guard, Marine Safety Center certification for Class 1, Division 1 (Zone 1) Groups C & D hazardous locations. The PowerTech HazLoc electronically governed diesel engines are certified for use on board USCG–certified subchapter D & O vessels. As electronic engines have become more commonplace, engines installed in these marine applications are required to meet Class 1, Division 1 (Zone 1) weather-deck requirements for electronics as directed by the USCG in United States-flagged vessels where there is the possibility of an explosive atmosphere in normal operations. A Class 1, Division 1 (Zone 1) area is defined as being within a 3-meter (10-foot) radius of any source of gases that could create an explosive atmosphere, including tank vents, sounding tubes, valves and pumps. Any engine that operates in these conditions must meet these requirements. John Deere is the first diesel engine manufacturer to receive USCG MSC certification for Class 1 Division 1 (Zone 1) group C & D hazardous weather-deck locations, for electronically controlled engines. The new PowerTech 6081AFH75 also has 8.1L of displacement and offers up to 280kW or 375hp at 2400 rpm. It is a 6-cylinder, electronically controlled engine with an air-to-coolant aftercooler and a water-cooled exhaust for use in marine auxiliary applications.
A further project from Arcoa, adding to the already three presented this year. This project the 40 Fishing as the title says takes a different route for the French builder, presenting here a Sportfish Cruiser in medium sized forty feet package, versus the Traditional lobster look of most of its range. There is little details so far available, but what can be seen is that the 40 Fishing will have a tuna tower, and a further lower extended aft deck for game fishing. The shear line of the 40 Fishing takes a lot from the traditional lobster design of the other Arcoa models but in particular resembling the 39 and 44 Mystic, as does the coach roof of the pilot house. Scheduled launching for the 40 Fishing is for the fall of this year, so its just to wait a bit more to see the definite version and have also full details.
Thanks to Clipper Marine, Azimut distributor for the UK and Balearics, who hosted the global launch of the new Azimut 38 Flybridge last Friday at the Southampton Boat Show 2009, we can bring the first online photo of this much waited model. The Azimut 38 has been designed by Stefano Righini who here presents similar ultra modern lines citing the 43 launched in 2004 but with greater sweeping windows. Planning, craftsmanship, decor and attention to detail inside has been taken care of by Carlo Galeazzi combining key attributes for a stunning motor cruiser which is the entry level in a fleet going up to 116 feet. The 38 sky light within the master cabin allows natural light to flood in, while the second cabin has panoramic water line windows providing spectacular sea views. Each of the two cabins has access to en-suites and wardrobe facilities. The main saloon has a large dining area incorporated into the layout as well as ample storage in the port side cupboards and a spacious galley equipped with fridge freezer and electric hob. The 38 Flybridge is fitted with a pair of Cummins QS5.9 355hp engines, which give an all time cruising speed of 26 knots, with a max of 32 knots. The newest model from the Italian brand has huge potential for strong sales integrating the innovative design seen in Azimut’s larger builds into a smaller more user friendly version which is sure to be a favourite with stylish motor yacht enthusiasts across the global boating fraternity. Technical Data:
LOA - 12 m (39.3ft)
Length Hull - 11.88 m
Beam - 3.80 m
Draft - 1.12 m
Displacement - 12.4 t
Fuel Capacity - 1100 l
Water Capacity - 400 l
Accommodation - 4 berths in 2 cabins
Engines - 2 x Cummins 5.9QS 355hp
Speed - 32 knots max, 26 knots cruise
Propulsion - direct in line shaftHull - vee shape 17.9 degrees dead rise aft
Construction - vacuum bagged fiberglass with DIAB divinycell core
Design -Stefano Righini exterior, Carlo Galeazzi interior
SNAV OSG and Seagull Chaudron were crowned Powerboat P1 World Champions for 2009 after Sunday’s sizzling season-finale at the Sicilian Grand Prix of the Sea in Siracusa. The race for Evolution and SuperSport gold went tantalisingly down to the wire with both class champions having to wait until round ten’s checkered flag to finally toast victory. Triumphant Evolution Class pilots Giancarlo Cangiano, Giovanni Carpitella and Hannes Bohinc have rarely been matched on the waters this season, winning exactly 50% of the races and claiming a podium finish in all but two in 2009. Heading to Siracusa needing to overhaul Racing Silverline’s 75-point lead, Messrs Cangiano and Carpitella backed up Saturday’s Sprint victory with second place during Sunday’s Endurance Race to finish runners-up in the overall Grand Prix of the Sea and consequently pip the British team at 2009’s final hurdle. One half of this year’s silver medalists, Jan Falkowski complimented OSG for their efforts, agreeing that the best team won overall.
Angelo Tedeschi cemented his place amongst the powerboat racing greats after scoring his third consecutive SuperSport Class World Championship title. The Italian, who has been part of Powerboat P1 since the first-ever race in Italy seven years ago, attributed their season’s success to the team’s consistency and diligent preparation. The Ukrainian Spirit’s victory was also a feather in the cap for Ilmor Engines, and the Chaudron 41 feet powerboat, who like Tedeschi, claimed their third successive championship.
Evolution Race 10
The Belgian 33 Furnibo boat took the chequered flag in the Endurance race at the Sicilian Grand Prix of the Sea, but it was 88 SNAV OSG who dramatically took the Powerboat P1 World Championship title in the final race of the season. Needing to merely complete the 76.59 nautical mile course as the team were already expected to claim an additional 50 points for reliability Giancarlo Cangiano and Giovanni Carpitella understandably drove a cautious race in order to protect their points haul. Pierre Colpin and Frank Hemelaer in their Fountain Furnibo hull took charge of the race from the start lap and proceeded to dominate matters for the entire 15 laps, recording a top-speed of 110.1mph in the process. Their maximum points total ensured Colpin and Hemelaer finished the season in third place in the overall standings following the untimely withdrawal on lap nine of the 77 Lucas Oil Outerlimits boat. Despite their approach, Cangiano and Carpitella were never in danger of relinquishing second place and ultimately the Championship. After another display of raw pace on the start lap, the Searex Racing Team's 66 Cranefields Wine boat saw them vie for the leadership of the race. Sigi Greve and Gino Passchier were passed on the second lap by 53 Metamarine and eventually forced to retire on the tenth lap owing to more technical difficulties. For Drew Langdon and Jan Falkowski, who had led the Championship since Istanbul in June, it was heartbreak as the race proved one too many as the 47 Silverline boat finished sixth. 10 Cigarette Smash Poker did not make the start line owing to engine problems. Cigarette also got penalised yesterday 200 plus 90 points for a breach in the power to weight ratio.
Supersport Race 10
A second place finish proved enough for Tedeschi and team-mates Aaron Ciantar and Viktor Shemchuk as the challenge of 38 Baia Attolini bravely faded at the final hurdle. Starting the Endurance contest 11 points clear of Stefano Acanfora, Roy Capasso and Renato Guidi, Seagull drove a risk-free race to ensure the title stays with Tedeschi and his team for at least another 12 months. It was 26 Team SW1 Capital who continued their sensational run of end-of-season form as Daniel Cramphorn and Kim Collins made it back-to-back double Grand Prix of the Sea victories. The British-born team led the 71.76 nautical mile race from the outset and were seldom threatened by their open-canopy rivals, a result which sees them move into third above non-starters 17 Spirit of Belgium. Baia Attolini finished the 14 lap race in third place despite incurring a one minute penalty for overspeeding while PowerPole sitters 44 Iko Casa ended the season with a hard-earned fourth place. 22 Big Sergio finished fifth and 28 Blue Shaft was forced to retire with an unspecified technical problem. The sun has set on Sicily and a landmark 2009 year for Powerboat P1.
RESULTS:
Evolution Endurance Race
1. #33 Furnibo 00:56:45.56
2. #88 SNAV OSG 00:58:15.66
3. #53 Metamarine Pignolo 53 00:58:29.63
4. #47 Silverline 00:56:45.83 - 4 laps
5. #66 Cranefields Wines 00:40:20.36 RETIRED after 10 laps
6. #77 Lucas Oil Outerlimits 00:31:55.22 RETIRED after 8 laps
7. #10 Cigarette Smash Poker DNS
Supersport Endurance Race
1. #26 Team SW1 Capital 01:01:16.83
2. #43 Seagull Chaudron 01:01:23.08
3. #38 Baia Attolini 01:02:24.60 includes 1 min overspeeding penalty
4. #44 Iko Casa 01:03:00.90
5. #22 Big Sergio 01:02:17.42 - 1 lap
6. #28 Blue Shaft 00:37:58.55 RETIRED after 8 laps
7. #17 Spirit of Belgium DNS
2009 Final Standings
Evolution Class
1 #88 SNAV OSG 811 pts
2 #47 Silverline 785 pts
3 #33 Furnibo 560 pts
4 #77 Lucas Oil Outerlimits 491 pts
5 #53 Metamarine Pignolo 365 pts
6 #10 Cigarette Smash Poker 342 pts
7 #66 Cranefields Wine 205 pts SuperSport Class
1 #43 Seagull Chaudron 977 pts
2 #38 Baia Attolini 957 pts
3 #26 Team SW1 Capital 733 pts
4 #17 Spirit of Belgium 646 pts
5 #44 Iko Casa 597 pts
6 #28 Blue Shaft 428 pts
7 #22 Big Sergio 346 pts
Another exclusive preview from PowerYachtBlog, this time presenting the Sessa 54 Sport Fly just as it debuted at Cannes. This Italian builder has really upgraded itself in the last years, and when one thinks it arrived to the limits, it presents a new model pushing the borders of design and quality a step further. Christian Grande in his first flybridge Motor Yacht for Sessa takes a lot from the smaller open hardtop cruisers and yachts, giving it very sporty looks with a family feeling representing the range. Secondly Sessa also offer easy and fast handling in the marina and not, thanks to the 54 Sport Fly being equipped with the second generation of the larger Volvo IPS II drives, in this case the 900 series powered with 700hp engines. This should push the 54 Sport Fly to an estimated 37 knots max speed. Inside the 54 Sport Fly offers a three double cabin interior which is filled with natural light thanks to the huge windows and the furnishing used. Sessa also says that the 54 Sport Fly is unique for offering two real galley dining areas: being on top of the flybridge, and inside in the main deck saloon. 
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