New Model: Cabo 44 Hardtop Express

Cabo presented an innovative take on a new model with the 44 Hardtop Express in the Fort Lauderdale show. Replacing the 45 Express, the new Cabo 44 Hardtop Express takes a better look to the pleasure market, and splits a good division between the often separated two boating worlds. Cabo is not the first here as the Australian Riviera has since 2007 already presented two models with a similar concept. But with all the attention going for the all weather three part covered hardtop, the 44 Hardtop Express still challenges the fisherman's with what the builder says is the largest aft deck of the category. If this is bigger as Cabo says to the 45 Express it replaces, then it is surely one of largest as the American builder is known to have among the largest cockpits in size category. The 44 also improves interior offering below, with more space and berths to the old 45, with a two stateroom plan. Hull design continues Cabo partnership with renowned underwater specialist Michael Peters, who presents a medium Vee sixteen degrees aft shape. Power is four choices from a standard Cummins 715hp up to twin Cats 1150hp engines.
Technical Data:
LOA - 14.5 m (47.7ft)
Hull Length - 13.5 m
Beam - 5.02 m
Draft - 1.09 m
Displacement - 19595 kg
Fuel Capacity - 3028 l
Water Capacity - 378 l
Accommodation - 4 + 2 berths
Engines - 2 x Cummins QSM11 715hp, MAN R6 800hp, Cats C18 1015hp, Cats C18 1150hp
Propulsion - line shafts in semi tunnels
Hull - 16 degrees dead rise aft
Construction - moulded fiberglass, vinilester resin with solid bottom, core vacuum backed from chine to sheer
Project - Cabo Yachts, Michael Peters hull
www.caboyachts.com

Project: Buddy Davis 58 Express

After being announced for quite some time Buddy Davis present some pictures for the 58 Express project. This express Sportfish Yacht should capture the qualities of the smaller 48 and 52 Express models and add to them more levels of comfort. A split exterior aft deck characterizes the plan outside with a sea level cockpit being made perfect for the game fisherman. On the raised deck will be the relaxed area with an L-shaped settee, exterior galley, and a central helm station. Below is a two stateroom plan, with a forward owners en-suite cabin, L-shaped saloon, and galley. To my knowledge the 58 Express should share its hull with the flybridge 58 Sportfish, with the usual Carolina flare upfront, and tumble home stern as designed by renowned architect Donald L.Blount.
www.buddydavis.com

New Model: Tornado 50

Tornado presents its new important flagship the 50 Classic, a big fully open sport yacht. The new big Tornado takes similar characteristics of its most successful model, the 38 and puts them in a fifteen meter size. But Tornado and head designer Franceso Guida did not only follow outside lines but also the practical elements, and the economic way of the entry level Tornado. Lets say the economic ways of building and running the 38 are all part of the new 50 Classic. That means not only Classic for looks but also the running and a more simple way of going on the water. Tornado does also not exaggerate on the accommodation front by keeping sleek lines a fundamental characteristic to this new flagship. Down below space is a two cabins, with an owners room to fore, a twin berth cabin to mid ship, a convertible dinette which adds two extra berths, and a head with separate shower room. A well spaced airy L-shaped galley just opposite the saloon completes the lower deck. Power is to be from twin Volvo 435hp with IPS pods which give a fast 37 knots top speed.
Technical Data:
LOA - 15.10 m (49.5ft)
Beam - 4.36 m
Draft - 0.96 m
Displacement - 13 t loaded
Fuel Capacity - 1600 l
Water Capacity - 500 l
Accommodation - 6
Max Persons - 12
Engines - 2 x Volvo IPS600 D6 435hp
Propulsion - Volvo dual propeller forward looking pod drives
Speed - 37 knots max
Construction - gross reinforced plastic with fiberglass
Project - Francesco Guida
Certification - CE 94/25 B
www.tornadoyachts.it

Improve-it = Atlantis 36 Verve

A year after its debut Atlantis present the 36 Verve with a new important option, that of the Joystick for stern drives by Volvo. This continues the innovation philosophy which is at heart of the 36 Verve, that to be a technological easy to use single handled sport cruiser. The Volvo stern drive for joystick follows the principle of having each drive being independent, and thus making the 36 Verve ability to move side ways, or rotate on its own axis easily. This new option follows the 36 Verve uniqueness layout plan outside, and inside offering comfortable over night accommodation for two in a very spacious environment. Power starts from Volvo 300hp engines up till 370hp.

www.azimutyachts.com

Project: Gamma 24

After launching its first 20 model in the middle of this year, the Italian Gamma Yachts have immediately followed this with the presentation of two further projects. The first of the projects was a smaller 16, and following this a 24 has followed which puts Gamma in the super yacht market. Constructed by the fast innovative steel patented method by Vripack, with design by the same dutch firm the 24 is a two deck and a half 24 metres super yacht. An innovative interior plan concerns the 24, with a full main deck dedicated for relaxing, galley, and dining to fore. Below is space for the four double guest cabins, with owners stateroom located mid ship and being full beam. Crew space is for two cabins sleeping three located to the fore peak.
www.gamma-yachts.it

New Model: Mondomarine 50 Meters Displacement

Mondomarine presents its fourth 50 meter super yacht with the Displacement hull type named Streamline. Once again Mondomarine proposes the couple Cor D. Rover exterior styling, and Frederic Mechiche and Luca Dini for interior design. Constructed of steel and light alloy the 50 Meters Displacement M/Y Streamline as all the latest yachts of the shipyard has the naval architecture in house by Mondomarine. The interior zoning, very full of light and fitted out in a minimalist style, is flexible and suitable for different needs and situations. While the main deck is divided with a classic layout; salon, dining room and Owner’s suite to fore, on the lower deck there are three double cabins for guests plus an area which, according to circumstances, may be used as a double cabin or a study. The upper deck featuring the sky-lounge can easily transform into a VIP stateroom with en suite bathroom. Power is from twin MTU 2480hp engines which give a 17 knots performance, and a range of 4000 nautical miles at an economic 12 knots speed.
Technical Data:
LOA - 49.30 m (161.7ft)
Waterline Length - 40.6 m
Beam - 9.30 m
Draft - 2.60 m
Displacement - 475 t loaded
Fuel Capacity - 85000 l
Water Capacity - 16000 l
Accommodation - 1 owners Cabin, 4 guest cabins, 1 Captains cabin, 4 crew cabins
Engines - 2 x MTU 12V4000M71 2480hp Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - 17 knots max, 16 knots cruise, 12 knots economic
Range - 4000 nm at 12 knots
Construction - steel hull, light alloy super structure
Project - Cor D.Rover exterior, Frederic Mechiche and Luca Dini interior
Certification - Lloyds 100A1 SSC Yacht Mono G6 LMC, MCA Compliance
www.mondomarine.it

Web: Gianetti Yachts New Web Site

A new World wide web virtual showroom for Italian boat builder Gianetti, founded in 1978 by current owner and president Roberto Gianetti at Viareggio Italy. Roberto Gianetti maritime experience started officially in 1960 as a ship engineer, in the seventies this went on as a marine diesel engine installer in Italy and Spain, and in the end of seventies he started the boat building experience. Today Gianetti has an eleven boat range divided in an offer of three different lines; Sport Yacht, Navette, and Custom Line. Smallest entry level is the 45 Sport and largest is the recently launched 33 Motor Yacht. Gianetti new website is available in Italian and English language and takes you around with the following buttons; Home, Company, Yacht, Used Yachts, News Location, and Contacts.
www.gianettiyacht.com

Project: Sessa C32

Sessa continues its new boat development program, and just after launching the C48 a few weeks ago in Genoa presents the project for its new entry level sport cruiser the C32. This model seems to be a replacement to the C30, although there is still no official word about this. What surely strikes the attention in the C32 is the hard top made of light canvas and fiber-glass which covers a big part of the cockpit, aft deck. Another surprise comes from Sessa putting the owners room to mid ship in this size of nine meters sport cruiser. Below is also a salon which converts to a double, shower head, and galley. Here Sessa also continues its recent trademark colors and joinery as seen on the latest models; chocolate leather, and cinnamon coloured walnuts. Tender space is also thought for with a standard extended platform giving space for a small sized rib. Power will be Volvo choices, twin diesel 200hp, or petrol 220hp.

www.sessamarine.com

Improve-it = Sciallino S23 Cabinato

Sciallino are proud to announce their first hybrid boat born on the S23 Cabinato in cooperation with Mizuno Marine from Japan, and Italian Scandiesel. Sciallino first hybrid powered craft with diesel and electrical engine will be introduced at the Yokohama boat show in Japan on March 2011. A new step in developing a modern and ecological boat, based this time on an entry level traditional cruiser the S23 Cabinato model. The Steyr engine running diesel mode will drive the Sciallino's to the open Japanese sea and ocean, thus emphasizing the hull's strength and seaworthiness. On the other hand, one could turn the diesel off, to activate the electrical modem and the traditional gozzo hull will softly glide by the shore, quiet and respectful for the environment, with the great efficiency of full displacement cruising. It seems many builders are trying hybrid power, although this seems so far more of interest to large plus seventy feet sizes, all smaller to nine meters boats.

www.sciallino.it

Project: Formula 310 FX5

Formula presents the project of the 310 FX5. Second in the new FX series line, which is based on models from the Sun Sport series, the 310 FX5 follows what we have seen in the middle of the year launched 290 FX4, meaning new metallic painting, revamped stylish graphics, and upgraded performance fit out. The 310 FX5 builds on the similar plan of the Sun Sport version with a cabin having a Vee-shaped settee, galley, and shower head below. The aft deck is a C-shaped settee, dual seat helm station, wet bar, and convertible expandable sun lounger to aft. As the FX4 expect exclusive luxury and performance fittings in all areas here. Power will be twin high performance Mercruiser 380hp petrol gas engines.
www.formulaboats.com