New Model: Mondomarine 50 Meters Semidisplacement

Another Mondomarine of fifty meters, the third to be exact is this Semidisplacement super yacht. Named Toy-A this 50 Meters Semidisplacement launched in the fall of 2009 is a project by Giorgio Vafiadis and Associates firm. Vafiadis for this custom Mondomarine which comes in third place in its current sizes sported a modern sleek three deck layout. Accommodation plan is for an owners stateroom located on the main deck, four guest cabins below in the lower deck, and a fifth guest suite on the third deck. Crew rooms are five double cabins in the dedicated lobby in the lower deck to fore, and a captains cabin is on the top third deck behind the helm station. Power is for twin MTU 2735hp which give a top speed of 20 knots to this light alloy built semi displacement yacht, and a range of 3500 nautical miles at 12 knots.
Technical Data:
LOA - 49.20 m (161.4ft)
Waterline Length - 41.35 m
Beam - 9.00 m
Draft - 2.30 m
Displacement - 355 t loaded
Fuel Capacity - 80000 l
Water Capacity - 11000 l
Accommodation - 6 double guest cabins, 5 double crew cabins, 1 single captains cabin
Engines - 2 x MTU 12V4000M90 2735hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - 20 knots max, 18 knots cruise
Range - 3500 nm at 12 knots
Hull - semi displacement
Construction - light alloy
Project - Giorgio Vafiadis
Certification - ABS A1 Comercial Yachting Service AMS
www.mondomarine.it

Projects: Uniesse 53 HT, Uniesse 55 Sport, Uniesse 60 HT

Uniesse presents three projects set to be unveiled in 2011. Two of these projects are fully new models destined to fill the new HT range presented in 2007 with the launching of the 75HT. Above is in fact the first of these being the 53 HT. This fully new Uniesse will have a three double cabin two shower heads layout and although its owner suite is located to fore it is made in a way as to feel a full beam affair. The main deck which is the novelty of the HT range is fully closing, thanks to patio doors and sunroof opening. The Uniesse 55 Sport is a new model based on the 2003 launched 54. Similar to the 54 here in this new project is just the hull, as the rest comes from an evolution rethinking of the spaces offered by the patio door design. So its not just redesigning of the superstructure and adding a door to the wheel house area. But all the spaces onboard follow a new pattern from the aft deck, going to inside, and the three double cabins area below. For example on the 55 Sport you will loose the saloon in the lower deck, but thanks to this the owners stateroom while still located forward is moved further aft, and its head is moved to the fore peak. This makes it possible to take advantage of the full beam of the yacht, without complicating technical matters as when moving the owners room to midship. Another advantage is also that the two guest cabins keep a good space. Galley remains below, but the saloon is on the main deck covered under the hard top or fully open to sun and light. Uniesse 60 HT project is the pearl of the three new offers from this quality renowned North Italian builder. Not only for its larger size but for having a very intelligent use of spaces and the right mix of US European influenced design. Compliment this with Uniesse sea keeping fame of Jim Wynn Walt Walters derived hulls and this should actually be hard to miss for those looking for a top tier boat. The plan shows a well spacious aft deck, which also give an L-shaped mezzanine style table, and an unbeatable lower deck with a full beam midship owners room, VIP suite to fore, third double with en-suite shower head, and galley below. Also to note is that all these three new Uniesse projects feature a CE A certification.
www.uniesse.com

New Model: Ferretti 500

A model this of the Ferretti 500, which is a further development of the 470. Unlike the also new 620, which is developed on the 592, the 500 is more subtle in its changes, having Ferretti increased the aft deck thanks to a one foot and a half extension of the length, and for adding four large hull windows to cater for the owners suite, and the two guest midship rooms. For the rest the 500 builds on the nice touches of the 470 like the astern galley, which is still the best place to locate the kitchen especially if you cruise in the Mediterranean or hot climate spots. Although fair to say Ferretti do loose the small dinette they used to give in there previews saloon layouts. Power also remains the same of twin 600hp Cummins, which will loose a one knot of max and cruise speed versus the 470 even tough preliminary displacement weights are quoted as the same. Personally I think that Ferretti with the 500 missed a chance to make it more competitive and interesting versus what the competition is offering, but then may be that's another story of economics as is to start the line at quite a large size of fifty feet.
Technical Data:
LOA - 15.11 m (49.7ft)
Hull Length - 14.84 m
Waterline Length - 12.90 m
Beam - 4.34 m
Draft - 1.31 m loaded
Displacement - 19.3 t dry, 22.8 t loaded
Fuel Capacity - 1600 l
Water Capacity - 624 l
Accommodation - 6 guest berths + 1 crew
Max Persons - 12
Engines - 2 x Cummins QSC8.3 600hp
Propulsion - direct line shaft
Speed - 30 knots max, 27 knots cruise
Range - 210 nm at cruise speed (estimate)
Hull - warped Vee shape with 13.5 degrees deadrise aft
Construction - multi axial hand laid fiberglass
Project - Zuccon lines and interior, Ferretti AYT hull shape propulsion
Certification - CE A, Standard ISO8666
www.ferretti-yachts.com

Engine: Volvo D13-700MC 700hp

Volvo Penta is introducing the D13, a new inboard marine diesel for marine commercial applications. The D13 in 700hp versions delivers impressive performance with low fuel consumption and minimal exhaust emissions. It is suitable for fast patrol boats in high speed operations as well as for performance work boats requiring low life-cycle costs. Massive low-end torque is also the feature of Volvo Penta’s inboard diesels from low rpm, a prerequisite for rapid and safe acceleration. The new D13 is equipped with Volvo Penta’s highly efficient twin-entry turbo with pulse charging, the power in each exhaust pulse provides the pulse pressure. Another important feature is that the D13 retains a very high torque throughout its speed range. This makes it possible to maintain good operating speed even with a heavily loaded boat or in rough seas. EMS 2, the engine control system developed by Volvo, regulates fuel injection and monitors engine conditions. The system controls the unit injectors, one per cylinder, which operate at a pressure of as much as 2000 bar and atomize the fuel for optimum combustion. The result of this efficient combustion is lower fuel consumption for the D13 than the previous model, at the same power output. The D13 is also very low on noxious emissions and particulates. All versions are certified to the IMO NOx Tier 2, EU IWW, and US EPA Tier 2 requirements. They also meet the upcoming US EPA Tier 3 emission regulations the world’s most stringent. The D13 is available with quick-shift reverse gear that provides very fast but soft shifting with a minimum delay. The reverse gear also comes with a low speed function as standard, which means that the speed when idling drops by 50%. Low-speed mode is available as an option for all reverse gears. The D13-700 have the same robust basic architecture as the Volvo D9, D11, and D16 inline-6 diesel engine platform. The platform features a robust block design, wet liners, rear-end transmission, ladder frame and a single cylinder head with overhead camshaft operating 4 valves per cylinder and the injectors. This contributes to smooth running, high reliability and long-term durability. www.volvopenta.com

New Model: SACS 13 Strider Coupe

Not really a new model as its hull and design are identical to the Lancia di Lancia model launched in Genoa last year, but the SACS 13 Strider Coupe is in actual fact the standard version. Here Christian Grande as in the Lancia version presents nice solutions to this Rib Cruiser like the wind screen opening which take you to the fore deck, and the intelligent use of spaces onboard. Accommodation is for two berths inside, a separate shower head, and a living area with galley outside in the deep cockpit. Power to a performance orientated Vee shaped hull is for twin FPT 480hp with surface drives propulsion.
Technical Data:
LOA - 13.01 m (42.6ft)
Beam - 3.80 m
Draft - 0.80 m
Displacement - 8 t
Fuel Capacity - 2 x 470 l
Water Capacity - 130 l
Accommodation - 2 berths
Max Persons - 11
Engines - 2 x FPT 480hp, 560hp
Propulsion - surface drives
Speed - 40 knots max, 30 knots cruise
Construction - GRP with inflatable side tubes
Project - Christian Grande
Certification - CE B
www.sacsmarine.it

Project: Estensi 640 Maine

Estensi who had quite a success in Italy with its US inspired line of produced boats presents the 640 Maine project, third model of this line and its largest ever built yacht. The Maine is Estensi line of Explorer Yachts with a Vee shape deep fore foot and flat aft hull which makes good for medium speeds of around 20 knots but also slower economic with a longer range at around 10 knots. As expected due to its larger size the 640 Maine shall boasts better the live aboard features of this range, and offer more spaces. Its lower deck presents an impressive four cabin plan, plus two crew aft with all the cabins looking rather large on plan, and the owner stateroom being a full beam mid ship affair. Worth to note is that all of the guest berths have no bunk berths too. The main deck being the living area is a split level saloon based on Italian style with a separate galley located in the middle, welcoming saloon aft, and dining area by the helm to fore. Reaching to the flybridge is from an internal and external stair case. The fly is reserved as an area of relaxing with an area aft usable for free moving deckchairs, C-shaped dinette, and helm. Standard power is to be from twin 600hp engines.
www.cantieriestensi.it

New Model: Rio 54 Colorado

After a couple decades concentrating in the medium sizes Rio returns to the over fifteen meters large dimension with the new 54 Air presented in Genoa. Rio had in the early nineties the revolution looking 16.90 its still biggest ever built yacht to date which at the time had an average success, but in my understanding this new flagship of the current range has all the right cards to worry the competition. It has looks, super finishing details, and most of all a space which is unbelievable and seems coming from a boat minimum to three meters longer. The new flagship also comes after North Italian builder Rio updated all its cruiser hard top Air, and soft top Art models in the last three years and my understanding is that a huge input came from this experience which resulted in unique spaces. Rio's new flagship has also the latest gadgets of invisible patio door to make the main deck an all weather area fully open or closed, up down hydraulic platform, sun pad conversion to the C-shaped settee aft, and ZF Zeus pod drive technology with joystick. Its interior follows also latest trends of a full beam midships owners stateroom, VIP to fore with scissor movement which becomes two single beds, and a third spacious L-shaped cabin. You also get a single roomy crew cabin with shower head located to midships, which unlike other boats is not an after thought and has a separate entrance. Rio also follows other builders as Pershing and Sessa and in the 54 present a designer galley located on the lower deck, here made by Italian ArcLinea in a unique stainless wood combination finishing. Power is from twin Cummins 600hp propelled by ZF Zeus pod drives with dual props.

Technical Data:

LOA - 16.45 m (53.9ft)

Beam - 4.65 m

Draft - 0.76 m excludes drives and props

Fuel Capacity - 2000 l

Water Capacity - 450 l

Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins, 1 crew berth

Max Persons - 16

Engines - 2 x Cummins QSC8.3 600hp

Propulsion - Zeus aft looking dual propeller pods

Certification - CE A

www.rioyachts.net

Monte Carlo Yachts New Web Site

Monte Carlo Yachts is the new brand of Group Beneteau specialized in large motor yachts, and further to the first MCY 76 model launch it presents its online virtual showroom. Founded in 2008 Monte Carlo Yachts is the next step from the 1884 born Beneteau Group, and indeed it is a bold one considering the investment being done to ensure this is a top of the line product. Facilities for the construction of Monte Carlo are in fact new and based in Italy East part in Monfalcone, and design as is specialized stuff are Italian too. So far Monte Carlo Yachts has only launched one model, the future classic fused Nuvolari Lenard designed MCY76 presented in the middle of this Summer in Venice. But rest assured more is to come as good sales news are coming in, following the important shows in Europe. This first model wants also to be testimony of high standard from Monte Carlo thanks to a CE A class certification, construction process of lamination in infusion, and the use of Kevlar, Carbon materials for added strength. Monte Carlo Yachts new website takes you around with the following buttons; Company, Groupe Beneteau, Yachts, Events, Press, and Contacts.
www.montecarloyachts.it

Production History;

76 2010-18

65 2011-18

70 2012-18

MC5 2013-18

86 2013- (12

MC5S 2014-19

MC6 2015-19

MC4 2015-20

105 2015- (10

80 2016- (5

96 2017- (7

70 2012-18

52 2019-22

70 2019-

66 2019-

76 2019-

70 Skylounge 2020-

76 Skylounge 2021-

105 Skylounge 2022- (1

New Model: Vicem 75 Classic Flybridge

Vicem makes the 2010 fall European show season full of new models and after launching the 78 Cruiser in Cannes the Turkish builder headed to Genoa presenting the 75 Classic Flybridge. The 75 Classic Flybridge is the latest to come from Vicem and its fifteen person design team. This new model has similar looks to the 72 of the same range but as any Vicem it is a complete novelty built in wood cold molding method, and suited to the owners needs. In case of hull one we had a three cabin layout with galley down finished in sanded wood to European Italian taste style. But a four cabin version is also available. The outside lines of the 75 Classic Flybridge follow that of the Down East Lobster boat of the Maine in the USA. But do not be mistaking this is a full planning hull with a medium Vee seventeen degrees dead rise hull giving max speeds of 30 knots. But if you want to think of economics a range of 870 nautical miles is possible cruising at only 11 knots.

Technical Data:

LOA - 24.5 m (80.4ft)

Hull Length - 23.13 m

Waterline Length - 21.87 m

Beam - 5.73 m

Draft - 1.73 m

Displacement - 48 t dry

Fuel Capacity - 6602 l

Water Capacity - 1302 l

Accommodation - 8 guest berths, 2 crew beds

Max Persons - 12

Engines - 2 x Man V12 1550hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 30 knots max, 24 knots cruise

Range - 300 nm at 24 knots cruise, 870 nm at 11 knots

Hull Shape - hard chine planning with medium 17 degrees deadrise aft

Construction - cold molded mahogany with West System Epoxy

Project - Vicem Yacht

Certification - CE RINA

www.vicemyachts.com

New Model: Bavaria 34 Sport

Bavaria presents the new 34 Sport model what is the fourth motorboat, third of the Sport line to be designed in close cooperation with BMW Group DesignworksUSA. This model takes over from the 33 Sport model and design firm BMW continues developments as high free board, and a bow shape similar to the 46 Deep Blue flagship. As usual to Bavaria the 34 Sport presents itself with an excellent space concept on deck with a seating area for six people around the cockpit table, a wellness sun lounger positioned behind the windscreen, an additional seat for a co-pilot, and the aft bathing platform. Down below the theme of space continue with max headroom being only ten centimeters short to two meters in the saloon, and offering two separate cabins, L-shaped sofa, galley, and shower head. A competitive price with five engine choices; two petrol gas, and three diesel is available to the European Powerboat of the Year nominated 34 Sport.
Technical Data:

LOA - 10.8 m (35.4ft)

Hull Length - 10.28 m

Beam - 3.59 m

Draft - 1.15 m

Displacement - 6200 kg

Fuel Capacity - 520 l

Water Capacity - 150 l

Accommodation - 4 berths in 2 cabins

Max Persons - 8

Engines - 2 x Volvo 4.3 GXIE-EVC 225hp, 5.7 GXIE-EVC 320hp Gasoline Petrol

Volvo D3-EVC 220hp, D4-EVC 260hp, 1 x Volvo D6-EVC 370hp Diesel

Propulsion - Volvo dual prop DPS, DPH stern drive

Project - BMW Group DesignworksUSA

Certification - CE B

www.bavaria-yachtbau.com