New Model: Rodman 31 Spirit

In the fall of this season the Spanish boat builder Rodman with the help of Italian designer Fulvio De Simoni presented the new Spirit line launching its first 31 model. The 31 Spirit is an interesting new model from Rodman, and with it this well respected Spanish company stretches its market to Northern Europe and to those who want a boat to use all year round. While in this concept Rodman also extended there relationships with Italian designer Fulvio de Simoni who they started working since the 2006 launched 54 Muse. Even in that case it was a new range set up from Rodman which today features four distinctive models including the 74 Muse flagship. The 31 Spirit is a very versatile boat and its most distinctive feature is the circular settee in the cockpit which thanks to its movement extends and opens the size of the aft deck. But that is surely half the story as a fully enclosed pilot house with sunroof and patio door, a living in the main deck, a well sized shower head, and two double cabins complete this sport cruiser. Versatility is also key to this project and in fact the 31 Spirit can be powered for a coastal slower more economic use with a single engine in this case a Volvo 300hp, or a twin faster safer optional of two 170hp units.
Technical Data:
LOA - 9.45 m (31.9ft)
Length - 7.92 m
Beam - 3.36 m
Draft - 0.59 m ex props
Displacement - 5800 kg
Fuel Capacity - 450 l
Water Capacity - 110 l
Accommodation - 4 berths in 2 cabins
Max Persons - 10
Engines - 1 x Volvo D4 300hp, 2 x Volvo D3 170hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - 29 knots max, 25 knots cruise with 2 x 170hp
Project - Fulvio De Simoni
www.rodman.es

Project: Princess 60

Princess present the project for a new 60, which will replace the 58 model. Based on the hull of the model it replaces the 60 will feature a change and improvement in all areas from the internal layout plan offering more spaces, to a redesigned super structure, new deck arrangement, and larger windows in all areas. The most important novelty here is the moving of the galley, now on the main deck from below, and a three head layout instead of two. Finally Princess walked away from the 58 galley situated in the lower deck by the cabins, which is not so good on anything above fifty feet where luxury and comfort becomes of a certain importance. Below the owners suite, and VIP remain to a similar plan although both are larger to what was offered on the 58. Other important novelties are the hydraulic up and down bathing platform, aft deck with two transom doors, and longer extended flybridge. The flybridge is also larger now having a C-shaped settee to starboard, and sun pad to aft. Completing the new design are also latest generation Princess window profile similar to what was introduced with the 62 in 2006. Power choices are three double engines from Volvo and Cat starting from 800 up to 900hp.
www.princessyachts.com

Web: Monterey New Web Site

World renowned US production boat builder Monterey Boats updates it World wide virtual showroom. Founded in 1985 Monterey is an independently owned family company and today it operates from Central Florida, in the USA. The world headquarters of Monterey is located in north Central Florida at Williston, strategically located to less then an hour drive from the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic ocean. The two main manufacturing plants one for sport boats, the other for cruisers and sport yachts comprise a total of 500,000 square feet situated on eighty acres adjacent to the Williston Airport. Here Monterey employ over five hundred full time boat builders who construct the current range of twenty two models in four different ranges; Sport Boat Collection, M Series, Supersports, and Cruisers & Sport Yachts. The smallest model is the eighteen feet 184FS from the Sport Boat Collection, flagship is the 415SY of the Cruisers and Sport Yacht range, and the latest is the 328SS Anniversary of the new Supersports line. Monterey's new website takes you around with the following buttons; Browse Boats, About, The Monterey Advantage, My Monterey, and Contact Information.

www.montereyboats.com

Improve-it = Bertram 540

Listening to customers Bertram presents a new version to the 2008 launched 540, aimed at meeting the requirements of the hard core fisherman. Called the Hard Core Fishing version this 540 is recognizable from the outside for its fiberglass brow which makes away with the criticized revolutionary forward windshield, characteristic of this model launched in 2008. Whether the forward windshield was loved or hate is another question, but the truth is that since Bertram presented it we have seen other builders copy it from Riviera to Tiara, to the custom Jarrett Bay. Another change in the 540 is a new main deck layout again looking back to traditional Sportfish yacht design with a galley forward, and additional storage for essentials. Adding this new interior layout to the two previous astern galley versions with lower helm or without, the 540 now has three different main deck plans to choose from. Not bad for a Sportfish Yacht labelled as a production model. The standard 540 with forward windshield which gives a nice full view from the saloon, astern galley, and lower helm option will still be available and is now called the Recreational Version for its more cruising looks, but same sportfish yacht functionality on the aft deck, and flybridge.
www.bertram.com

Project: Beneteau 8 Antares S

Beneteau presents the project of the 8 Antares S, the smallest in this range of motor cruisers suited for cruising and fishing of the French boat building giant. Designed by Sarrazin this baby Antares is suited for boaters who put solid navigation and medium speeds first. You can say the 8 Antares S is for the entry level, but personally I think its more for the boaters who come from the experience of smaller sizes and want something comfortable where to welcome friends and family. The interior of the 8 Antares S is no slouch too, offering a two plus two accommodation plan with a double owners berth below, and a convertible other twin berth available on the main deck. A shower head is located below, while the galley is situated on the more comfortable and fresh main deck. The compact but well planned aft deck offers an interesting C-shaped settee to port side. Power is a single shaft propelled Nanni 200hp engine.
www.beneteau.com

New Model: Starfisher 290 Open

Portugal's Starfisher present the 290 Open a model upgrading its line into a new segment. The 290 Open represents a new challenge for Starfisher as it is the only sport cruiser in its current line. Just shy of thirty feet in overall length the 290 Cruiser offers interesting features as a small tender garage under the sun pad, a spacious versatile layout both outside and inside. You also find features seen on bigger boats as an extended bathing platform and spacious side decks. It is good to see that Starfisher is thinking big boat in all areas from the exterior to the interior. Down below the accommodation plan is for a two plus two berths plan found in a convertible V-shaped settee to fore and a mid cabin. A small galley and head complete the lower deck. Power is for a total of five choices between petrol, diesel, single, twin, Volvo and Mercruiser engines.
Technical Data:
LOA - 9.13 m (29.9ft)
Length - 7.98 m
Beam - 3.00 m
Displacement - 4.76 t
Fuel Capacity - 500 l
Water Capacity - 110 l
Accommodation - 2 + 2
Max Persons - 8
Engines - 1 x Volvo D4 300hp, 2 x Volvo D3 160hp diesel
1 x Mercruiser 377 320hp, 2 x Volvo 4.3GXi 225hp, Mercruiser 5.0 l Mpi 260hp petrol gas
Propulsion - single or twin stern drive Volvo DP, DPH, DPS, Mercruiser Bravo III
Certification - CE B
www.starfisher.com

Projects: Intermarine 75, Intermarine 60

Brazilian Intermarine follows the announcement of its new strategy aimed at establishing an international quality renowned brand, and the showcasing of the new 55 project model with more upcoming projects all set to launch in 2011. Pictured above is the Intermarine 75 project which is designed by renowned architect Luiz De Basto. Measuring an overall length of 77 feet, the 75 is set to be in the water by mid next year. Here Intermarine and Luiz de Basto use there Mediterranean influences to create what is a European styled yacht both outside and inside. A flush main deck inside, and four double guest cabins all with personal heads characterize this very sporty looking motor yacht. The layout follows a traditional European plan with a welcoming saloon, open plan galley, dining table for eight, and helm station. Below is a full beam owners stateroom which features a walk in wardrobe, VIP suite to fore, and two double guest cabins in between. Impressive for this size of boat will be the crew lobby aft, which apart the two cabins will have a small L-shaped sofa, and a small galley with two burner stove and tub. Power for the Intermarine 75 will be standard twin MAN 1360hp giving 30 knots max, or optional faster choice of 1550hp which add top speeds by four nautical miles per hour. Designed again by a renowned architect this time by Brazilian Francesco de Almeida is the Intermarine 60 project. An interesting proposal the 60 has a Brazilian designer builder connection and as all the four projects so far presented by Intermarine new course is set to launch in 2011. The 60 will sit in the middle of the range between the 55 and 75 models. Interestingly going against usual production trends Intermarine has so far used three different designers for its project models; BMW Group DesignworksUSA for the 55, Franceco de Almeida for the 60, and Luiz de Basto for the 75. The 60 like the bigger 75 follows Euro looks both inside and outside. Its lower deck plan is a three double cabins all with private heads, and a two person crew cabin aft. As recent trends dictate the owners suite is a full beam mid ship affair, and a special note is that all three heads will have a separate shower box. The main deck saloon is a split level affair having a C-shaped sofa reserved for entertainment, and the raised part used for the galley, dining and a starboard located helm station. Special notes for the 60 project are the large glassed surfaces which make for a natural light filled environment inside, as is the well laid out flybridge and aft deck. For the 60 Intermarine have also followed a more normal size aft deck in line with current European trends. Tender stowage will be an aft up and down bathing platform. Power is twin Man 900hp which should give a top speed of 33 knots, and 28 cruising.
www.intermarine.com.br

New Model: Viking 70 Enclosed Bridge

Built around the just launched Convertible version, is the 70 Enclosed Bridge model. Sharing hull and deck with the Convertible, the 70 Enclosed Bridge differentiates itself for having the closed top deck pilot house, making it an ideal choice for those who want to cruise and fish all year round. The 70 Enclosed Bridge will have an internal stair and external ladder communication layout with below. Inside the new top level of the 70 Enclosed Bridge features a central helm station, two relaxing co-pilot passenger settees to both sides, L-shaped sofa dinette to aft, and wet bar. In its small open aft section there is a jockey helm to use for docking and fish fighting manoeuvres. Down below the layout of the 70 Enclosed Bridge is the same as the Convertible with a four cabin plan lower deck having an owners stateroom to mid ship, and a main deck dedicated to entertaining and lounging in the best comfort.

Technical Data:

LOA - 21.37 m (70.9ft)

Beam - 6.00 m

Draft - 1.65 m

Displacement - 56307 kg

Fuel Capacity - 7570 l

Water Capacity - 1393 l

Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins, 2 crew in 1 cabin

Engines - 2 x MAN V12 CRM 1550hp, Cat C32A 1925hp, MTU 2000-V16 M93 2400hp,

MTU 2000-V16 M94 2600hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 43 knots max with MTU 2600hp

Hull - convex Vee with sharpened waterline sections

www.vikingyachts.com

New Launch: Feadship 68.00m Hull. 801

Royal Van Lent Feadship has recently launched and delivered hull. 801 a 68.00m Feadship named Lady Christine to her owners. Built for experienced yacht owners who come from previous two smaller super yachts, this new Feadship 68.00m features a different exterior design from De Voogt architects, and a remarkable debut super yacht interior from British designer Rodney Black. Still maintaining the Feadship distinctive looks, it is fair to say that the modern exterior aesthetic of the newly launched five decks 68.00m is different to standards associated by this Dutch builder,.

Technical Data:

LOA - 68.00 m (223.1ft)

Beam - 12.50 m

Draft - 3.50 m

Fuel Capacity - 179500 l

Water Capacity - 45300 l

Accommodation - ten guests in five cabins

Engines - 2 x MTU 12V4000M60 1770hp

Project - De Voogt, Rodney Black interior

www.feadship.nl

Project: Jet Tern Selene 92 Ocean Explorer

Jet Tern announces the sale of a Selene 92 Ocean Explorer, based on the 86 series designed by Guido de Groot. Hull one is currently under construction and work is well underway on plug and tooling. The first sale of the series was concluded at the recent Cannes show on the French Riviera and she will be delivered in 2012 to the Mediterranean where she is expected to debut at the Monaco Yacht Show. This new Ocean Explorer range has been very well received as the Selene brand consolidates upon its successful Ocean Trawler concept to move into the 24 metres plus Super Yacht size. The 92 and 86 projects are the result of a multinational collaboration of designers and architects under Howard Chen leadership. Howard Chen has worked closely with renowned Dutch architect Guido De Groot and a group of International consultants to develop a contemporary take on the long range yacht whilst capitalizing on builder Jet Tern Marine high quality construction and reputation for experience and innovation in the displacement yacht sector. The 92 differentiates from the 86 for the fact that it is longer, as visual appearance are very difficult to find although the bridge side windows are larger, and to aft we have a single port hole per side instead of three. A first look at the 92 shows a number of the expected Selene family traits with her powerful raised pilothouse, Portuguese bridge, and bulbous bow. But a contemporary twist is also apparent in the addition of the large side windows in the hull and stainless steel anchor pockets, and I add what looks also a more low profile modern line. She takes the simple and proven concept of the fuel efficient and seaworthy long range yacht to a new level of luxury and with all of the advantages of fiberglass construction.

www.seleneoceanyachts.com