New Model: Ferretti 620

A launching in Genoa, this is the 620 which replaces and re-examines the 592, from which its origin and inspiration comes. A sporty evolution from Zuccon and Ferretti AYT which features several structural and decorative alterations, outside and inside which endow it with greater livability and comfort. Measuring eighteen meters the Ferretti 620 follows what was introduced with the 630 model in 2006 like single large side windows on the main deck, and the astern galley. With the 620 Ferretti aims to respond to the demands of owners looking for a motor yacht offering a balance between a compact exterior and excellent living solutions. The lower deck has two large guest cabins and a full-beam master stateroom with large, open view windows, typically a characteristic of much larger yachts. Externally, the profile has been made lighter through the insertion of four large windows in the hull: two large windows with portholes which can be opened have been fitted at bow, in the VIP cabin, and two oval windows with double portholes light the guest cabins. The cockpit has been extended in length and rendered more usable through insertion of a fixed teak table and relocation of the gangway to the left a typical solution for much larger yachts in order to make the access point for boarding more functional. Inside harmonious contrasts between the new flamed, bleached oak wood, the original biscuit colour of some structural details and the decor which plays with light colours giving a feel of contemporary elegance, intervene to move the space. The position of the galley has remained astern, as in the previous 592 which continues the continuity introduced by the 630 in 2006, now a feature of all the models under 66 feet of the line. The astern galley is one of the most copied features introduced by Ferretti but here an electric wall solution has been inserted which further increases both the aesthetics and onboard comfort. This wall, completed with the sliding door, isolates and closes the galley environment, turning the main deck into a living area. A number of changes have been made to divide the areas reserved for the crew, the engine room and the tank on the lower deck, resulting in more space and better quality of life on board in the owner area, too. In more detail, compared with the previous 592, the tank has been fitted between the owner area and the crew cabin. The crew now has accommodation which covers the entire width of the hull, with a porthole which can be opened and a separate head. The tank acts as further sound insulation, improving the acoustic quality of the master cabin, and decreasing sound levels by 3 dbA. Moreover, repositioning of the crew area has brought an advantage to the master cabin, too. A large head has been developed, which stretches out full-beam behind the master cabin bed. Ferretti 620 hull is an evolution of the 590, 591 and 592 and is fitted with twin MAN 900hp engines as standard or optional 1100 hp units which are propelled with line shafts and ZF integral Vee drive in semi tunnel props. This last feature of integral Vee drive is a first for a Ferretti, and to my knowledge also on a flybridge motor yacht. Speeds are a max of 33 knots with the large engine option, and 29 knots with the standard 900hp unit.
Technical Data:

LOA - 18.77 m (61.7ft)

Hull Length - 18.30 m

Waterline Length - 15.93 m

Beam - 5.25 m

Draft - 1.50 m

Displacement - 32 t dry, 37.5 t loaded

Fuel Capacity - 3700 l

Water Capacity - 530 l

Accommodation - 6 guest berths in 3 cabins, 1 crew cabin berth

Max Persons - 18

Engines - 2 x MAN V8 CRM 900hp, V10 1100hp

Propulsion - line shaft with Integral V-drive by ZF
Speed - 33 knots max 30 knots cruise with 1100hp, 29 knots max with 900hp

Hull - 13 degrees deadrise aft warped Vee shape with spray rails, and tunnel props

Project - Zuccon super struture and interior, Ferretti Group AYT Hull

Certification - CE A ISO 8666

www.ferretti-yachts.com

Projects: Arturo Stabile 43 Stama, Arturo Stabile 33HT Stama

The Italian, from the Island of Sicily Arturo Stabile builder presents two important projects set to complete its Sport Cruiser range. Pictured above is the totally new 43 Stama. At thirteen metres this project sits between the 50 Stama launched in early 2009, and the today long standing 37 HT Stama. Design for the 43 Stama project has been entrusted again just like the 50 flagship to Tommaso Spadolini with help coming from the family with Maurizio Stabile. The two designers presented a hard top sport cruiser with low height super structure. So far few details are given about accommodation plan but a three double cabins with a total six berths are to be found with owners room to mid ship. The hard top will be with a patio door which with the assumption that two large cabins are located below should provide a living area; galley and saloon with dining facilities on the main deck . Power and propulsion choices have also not been announced but a range of options from a total of 600 to 900hp is to be featured. The second project from Arturo Stabile is the 33HT Stama, which builds on the features of the standard open top 33 Stama sport cruiser and adds a hard top. So you get the two double cabins below, convertible dinette, and the galley. The cockpit which is a split level area with three L-shaped settee gets novelty thanks to the cover of full weather protection offered by the hard top. The hard top covers half of the aft deck which means the raised area is now protected from rain or too much sun. Unusual for a builder Arturo Stabile is also offering to retro fit the hard top to previous produced, standard 33 Stama open models. Power is for four choices all with stern drive propulsion. The smallest is a twin 200hp diesel choice, going up to a 310hp petrol gas. www.cantieristabile.it

New Model: Viking 42 Convertible

An important new model from famed US builder Viking who finally after two years of waiting launch the 42 Convertible. This new model represents an important step for Viking presenting its first pod propulsion Sportfish Cruiser from its New Gretna facility in Jersey, USA. At 42 feet of overall length and an optional interior three double cabins choice the new small Viking Convetible also represents the smallest Sportfish with the most berths. It has been a long time since Viking built a boat in this size range, since two years the smallest offer is the 46, and to go smaller to this new 42 it is for the early nineties 38. But Viking points out that the 42 Convertible will have no mistaking its resourceful blue water gene pool, or its fitting out standard resembling its larger siblings in every part of construction. If you see it in Annapolis in the coming days, or in couple weeks time in Fort Lauderdale tell us about this? The wraparound metallic black windshield mask, which blends artfully with the dark tinted salon windows and the aggressive rake of the bow, provides a most pleasing profile. As you can expect there is no lower helm in the 42 Convertible, but a spacious saloon with an L-shaped sofa, L-shaped dinette, and a galley with bar. In the cockpit, Viking signature observation mezzanine affords both seating and stowage, while on the flying bridge, a center console helm flanked with port and starboard lounge seating, and a lounge ahead of the helm is clever and practical. Two ladder back helm seats add a finishing touch. Stylish accommodations below feature hand finished teak joinery and sleeping for four in two staterooms, along with two heads, each with a fiberglass stall shower. An optional three double cabins version layout is available, this having bunk berths in the guest rooms. With this option you get a slightly smaller galley with no bar. Standard power is Cummins 440hp, or optional faster 480hp choice both matched to the ZF Zeus pods with joystick controls.
Technical Data:
LOA - 12.97 m (42.7ft)
Beam - 4.83 m
Draft - 1.09 m
Displacement - 16329 kg
Fuel Capacity - 1987 l
Water Capacity - 454 l
Accommodation - 4 berths in 2 cabins, 6 berths in 3 cabins
Engines - 2 x Cummins QSB 440hp, QSB 480hp
Propulsion - ZF Zeus aft looking dual propeller pod drives
www.vikingyachts.com

Project: Clipper 54 Hudson Bay

Down under Clipper Yachts has been hard working developing a new line of sedan sport yacht and cruisers for the Australian boating lifestyle and so here come the first project of this new line, the 54 Hudson Bay planned for a worldwide launch at the Sanctuary Cove boat show coming May 2011. The design brief for the first Hudson Bay model was to combine classic styling with contemporary lines, and most importantly a functional sport yacht layout for family boating with a good livability. Saying it in more basic this means the new Clipper wants to unite a live aboard concept with that of a day boat. Two lower deck accommodation designs will be available. A choice between a three cabin two bathrooms plan, or two cabins two heads with a rear kids cabin for teenage privacy. In the two cabins version the full beam mid ship owners room also gets a full bathtub in its en-suite head. Living area of the 54 Hudson Bay is located on the main deck with galley and L-shaped saloon settee divided by the aft cockpit with patio doors. Tenders will be mounted on a standard hydraulic swim platform aft which makes launching recovery easy. The 54 Hudson Bay will also unveil a unique design for this size with the feature of a foredeck lounge area along with a walk through seating and dining. Clipper believes this new Sport Yacht Hudson Bay range will offer families a good blend of indoor and outdoor living and accommodation for days away at sea with a gorgeous exterior styling that exudes class and elegance. Clipper's blue water cruising credibility will also be evident on the hull design of the Hudson Bay which share similarities with the proven Cordova's which are equally comfortable cruising at 12 or 20 knots. A smaller 47 Hudson Bay is also on the works, this to be launched in the end of 2011. Watch this spot for details on this project.
www.clippermotoryachts.com.au

New Model: Atlantis 48

The Atlantis range renewal which comes with the partnership of the young studio of NeoDesign was finally presented officially in Cannes, with the first 48 model. Atlantis announced this collaboration with this new young studio a year ago, and the 48 does represent what eight years before the successful 42 did back in Cannes 2002, which was the first Atlantis model to a Righini design with at the time Gobbi project departments, and Azimut Bennetti Group teaming up. The new 48 replaces the eight years produced 47 which has been a good success for Atlantis in many markets. Taking some cues from the two most recent Atlantis models that are the 54 and 40, the 48 represents the next step of the We Are Open philosophy. That is a Sport Cruiser which yes has a hard top but feels open as possible. That means free airy spaces and a sleek low upper structure. Notes which stand out are the three sunbathing areas, the very open hard top, and wide open spaces. The cockpit of the 48 is spacious, full of open spaces and a layout similar to that of the 54; central sunpad, L-shaped settee, galley, sun-lounge, and helm station. Below you get a two cabins plan with a full beam owners master room with a central double queens berth and en-suite head. Completing the lower deck is a VIP suite located to fore, C-shaped saloon which converts to an extra double berth, and a galley. For tender stowage you have a high low bathing platform aft. Power is from twin Cummins 600hp with line shaft propulsion, good enough for max speed of 35 knots and a cruise of 33.
Technical Data:
LOA - 15.94 m (52.3ft)
Hull Length - 14.46 m
Beam - 4.42 m
Fuel Capacity - 1700 l
Water Capacity - 420 l
Accommodation - 4 + 2 berths
Max Persons - 14
Engines - 2 x Cummins QSC8.3 600hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - 35 knots max, 33 knots cruise
Hull - 15 degrees deadrise aft
Construcion - infusion resin
Project - NeoDesign
Certification - R.I.NA CE B
www.azimutyachts.com

Project: Cranchi Fifty 6 Soft Top

Code named as project P-107, Cranchi presents its third member of the Yacht Class line with the Fify 6 Soft Top. A sport yacht of eighteen metres in length the Fifty 6 Soft Top follows recent Italian trends of offering a hard top Sport Yacht with a very open feel to it. The soft top relaized in special material in fact opens to all of the roof surface of the cockpit, and makes the 56 become a real open experience. For accommodation its lower deck layout offers a three cabins with two heads plan. The owners stateroom is full beam, with the queen sized double berth looking to the sides, a VIP room to fore, and a twin L-shaped bunk third guest cabin. A galley and L-shaped settee complete the lower deck plan. The Fifty 6 Soft Top will also be the second Cranchi hull which follows the 2006 launched 43 model to use the Volvo IPS drives in this case in the larger 800 and 900 versions with 600 and 700hp respectively. Estimated top speeds which are usually very true from Cranchi are a 31 to 33 max with the big Volvo IPS900 700hp option. The standard IPS 800 engine reduces top speed by a knot.
www.cranchi.it

Boat Show - Istanbul 2010 Preview

Held by NTSR Fair Organizations for the 29th time this year, International Istanbul Shop&Miles Boat Show takes place from 20 to 25 October 2010 at Marinturk İstanbul City Port, Pendik. The show will also have a special VIP preview day for selected guests on Tuesday 19th. Hosting many civilizations and selected as European Capital of Culture with its strategic location, cultural infrastructure, commercial power and natural beauties in 2010, Istanbul, the maritime city, is at Boat Show, Boat Show is in Istanbul. Since the last edition, the Istanbul Boat show is on the water with the support of Shop&Miles. Following the largest maritime exhibitions of Europe in the international exhibition agenda, Shop&Miles Boat Show is the sole Turkish member of IFBSO International Federation of Boat Show Organisers since 1995 and ranks among the first International maritime shows. The Istanbul Boat Show will have 150,000 Square meters of space, 250 plus companies, over six hundred brands, and more to three hundred of boats who will welcome around fifty thousand visitors. Worth to note that Turkey's yachting sector has been in huge expansion recently, with home made brands as Numarine, Peri, Vicem, Egemar and Viking Marin having a global fan base. Showing also the recent expansion of Turkey which has the capability to become more a fore runner in this industry, is also the fact that World famous brands as Perini Navi, and Azimut have production establishments in this marine history filled state. The Istanbul show will also have a fair number of Super Yachts with the biggest being the home built Bilgin 123 Sky Lounge.
www.boatshow.com.tr

New Model: Majesty 63

United Arab Emirates Majesty which is the leading brand of the Gulf Craft Group continue to present new motor yachts with European looks and spacious appointed interiors. This latest new 63 model is a good challenge to European builds and takes look cues from a World wide known Italian builder. Worth of note are its double galley plan on the main deck and in the crew quarters aft, a two tender stowage space on the flybridge, and four guest cabins lower deck plan. Inside it welcomes you on the main deck with a split level saloon offering an astern galley, dining table aft, and the fore part featuring two L-shaped relaxing sofas behind the starboard located lower helm station. The lower deck features a not so common in this size four cabins layout with a full beam owners stateroom to mid-ship, VIP suite to fore, double cabin to port side, third guest shower, and a single berth room to starboard. A single crew cabin with galley aft completes the lower deck plan. The flybridge is also a spacious affair which apart offering the second driving station to starboard, offers a wet-bar galley behind the helm, long C-shaped settee with two tables to starboard, and a sun lounger under the windscreen. Power is a standard of twin 800hp MAN, or optional 1000hp Cats.
Technical Data:
LOA - 19.61 m (64.4ft)
Waterline Length - 16.24 m
Beam - 5.05 m
Displacement - 27 tons
Fuel Capacity - 3680 l
Water Capacity - 734 l
Accommodation - 7 berths in 4 cabins, 1 crew cabin
Engines - 2 x MAN R6 800hp, Cat C18 1000hp
Speed - 32 knots max
Range - 250 nautical miles
Construction - fiberglass reinforced plastic
www.majesty-yachts.com

New Model: Mondomarine 41 Meters Semidisplacement

The new Mondomarine 41 Meters Semidisplacement named M/Y Alexander Two consolidates the cooperation between this Italian Super Yacht builder and Cor D. Rover and Luca Dini who are respectively behind the exterior styling and the interior design of this yacht. Realized to be mainly used in the Mediterranean this project gives priority to the areas for relaxing outdoor, located forward of the wheelhouse, with a wide sun-deck area and, on the sun-deck, which is equipped with bar and barbecue, dining area, and solarium featuring a jacuzzi of generous dimensions. On the contrary the interiors are divided into an Owner’s suite on the main deck and four guest cabins on the lower deck. A large salon with dining room on the main deck and a lounge on the upper deck complete the layout of interiors. The interiors with their sober and elegant lines, the meticulous care for stylistic details, the use of Italian Walnut wood and Radica of Madrona for the furniture and marbles of great value make the rooms warm and comfortable and emphasize their classic and elegant character. Like all the latest yachts coming from Mondomarine the 41 Meters Semidisplacement was designed for the whole structural part, hydrodynamics and technology, in house. Power is by a pair of MTU 2255hp which give a max speed of 19 knots, and a fast cruise at 17.
Technical Data:
LOA - 41.10 m (134.85ft)
Waterline Length - 33.80 m
Beam - 8.50 m
Draft - 2.15 m
Displacement - 250 t
Fuel Capacity - 48500 l
Water Capacity - 8500 l
Accommodation - 5 double guest cabins, 4 double crew cabins
Engines - 2 x MTU 12v396TE94 2255hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - 19 knots max, 17 knots cruise
Range - 3200 nm at economic 12 knots cruise
Construction - light alloy
Project - Cor D.Rover exterior, Luca Dini interior, Mondomarine
Certification - ABS A1 Commercial Yachting Service AMS
www.mondomarine.it

Project: Cheoy Lee 83 Serenity

Cheoy Lee presents the project for a full displacement super yacht set to launch in about a years time, the 83 Serenity. This new member of the Cheoy Lee Serenity range is a seaworthy and economical yacht which takes some roots from trawler explorer style small ships. Designed by Michael Burvenich, the 83 Serenity is available in two different forms, a more traditional canoe stern design, or a European model, this last including a Euro-transom with twin stairs from the aft deck to the swim platform. The Euro transom can also be configured with an optional passarelle. The hull is designed with flatter sections aft that enables the hull to run faster than a traditional displacement shape of the same water line length, yet still calculated to be approximately 30% more efficient at cruising speed than a similar sized semi-displacements at equivalent speeds. The interior layout will be a split level saloon offering a relaxing lounge upon entrance with a C-shaped sofa to starboard, a bar with three stools, and dining table. Further forward and up a step is the working area of the main deck where will be a separate galley, day head, and the helm station room which also features an L-shaped settee to starboard. Below accommodation is a three double stateroom in the forward section, with the owners room to mid ship. Aft are two double crew cabins both with en-suite head. Power for the Cheoy Lee 83 Serenity will be from twin 660hp Cats with an optional of an independent hybrid system by Siemens which is powered by the generators. www.cheoylee.com