Project: Vicem 100 Cruiser

Vicem Yachts,  from Turkey is finishing the build of its latest project to be introduced end September 2011: the 100 Cruiser.  Latest Vicem the 100 Cruiser is part of the series of Classic, Flybridge and Cruiser motor yachts ranging from fifty to 100 feet: the Vintage Line. The new 100 Cruiser epitomizes the three hallmarks of every Vicem yacht: exuding classic timeless looks, exemplifying the Vicem ideals for unmatched craftsmanship with a commitment to total customization, and the cold molded method of construction. But this timeless classic design Vicem has undergone a sophisticated makeover with a number of new refinements, thanks to Vicem’s in-house design team.  A mighty and powerful looking yacht which shows a lot of unrivaled prestige coming from the smaller 78 Cruiser sister.  Vicem's strengths are again utilized in this boat: from the use if wood and stainless steel in construction to the engineering resources necessary for the development of its Vee type hard chine semi-displacement hull.  Last but not least this super yacht maintains the Yard's DNA in custom or semi-custom production with a quality to price ratio that can be found only in Turkey, which can include full RINA class certification; Y pleasure class, and Malta commercial code. The standard version comes with five cabins for ten guests, an “over sized” U-shape Gaggenau kitchen, king size bed in the full-beam master stateroom and in the VIP suite. Two further guest cabins propose a queen-size and a twin beds double solution. The crew area is another sign of distinctiveness: three cabins with private toilets, double access and laundry and private area.  The Vicem 100 Cruiser contemporary twists are complemented by an updated exterior, and shows all its cruising character: a very high bow with a large and low cockpit to face rough seas for a pleasant and comfortable cruise in any weather. All on-board detail has been handcrafted to the highest standard and expertise: mahogany toe-rail and chromed brass or stainless steel hardware are just an example. Power arrangements are twin CAT engines 1550HP which allow the 100 Cruiser to reach cruising and maximum speeds of 17 and 21 knots, respectively.

www.vicemyachts.com

New Model: Adagio 40 Sundeck LBC

Adagio Yachts from France but with the boats built in China presents the new 40 Sundeck LBC, what is a lower profile version of the standard 40 Sundeck.  LBC stands for Lower Bridge Configuration and this new version of the 40 Sundeck different features add in fact to a lower profile with no flybridge and fixed hard top for the aft deck.  This feature makes the Adagio suitable for inland waterways, river cruising and exploration.  Accommodation is for two large double cabins to fore for guests, and aft for the owner.  Two layout versions are available for the layout with a galley up and down choice, office and an interior helm option.  Standard power is from twin 135hp Perkins engines, but options from Volvo, Yanmar, and Cummins also being available. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 12.97 m (42.5ft)

Hull Length - 12.15 m

Beam - 3.87 m

Draft - 1.15 m

Displacement - 10.9 t

Fuel Capacity - 2 x 795 l

Water Capacity - 2 x 310 l

Accommodation - 4 + 2 berths

Max Persons - 6 persons

Engine - 2 x Perkins 135hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Hull Shape - Long keel

Construction - Hand laminated fiberglass with epoxy barrier, polyurethane core used on deck

Certification - CE B

www.adagio-yachts.com

Project: Absolute 40 STY

Absolute present the project of the 40 STY. A new sport cruiser which is based on the project, hull lines of the other upcoming fall 2011 novelty from the North Italian builder the 40 Fly.  The 40 STY will be the fifth Absolute to have a hard top patio door configuration following the success, the 2007 launched 52 which was the first model with this main deck design solution from the Italian builder. So far Absolute has not advised if the 40 STY will replace the current 40 model, which features a hard top but no patio door. The 40 STY with its twelve meters length and over four of beam is a project inspired to all year usage and follows a trend coming from larger sized sport models. The lower deck will feature a fully equipped galley with two cabins, and two shower heads.  Owners cabin is located to fore with a double berth guest with two singles to mid ship. The living saloon with a C-shaped settee is located on the main deck, with a six part patio door joining this area with the aft deck. Furniture of the 40 STY is in oak wood with Matt finishing and a choice is available between two shades of color, natural or dark brown, alternating with other precious materials.  Power will be from Volvo in stern drive or IPS choice.

www.absoluteyachts.com

New Model: Riviera 61 Enclosed Flybridge Series II

Riviera launched the new 61 Enclosed Flybridge Series II model a couple of weeks before the recent May Sanctuary Cove boat show, where the sportfish yacht made it's world debut.  The 61 Enclosed Flybridge Series II is a further development for the 2007 launched Series I model designed by Frank Mulder and regarded by many as the best sea handling Riviera.  The new Series II model is easily recognizable outside with new large windows supplying the mid ship cabin being located on the hull sides.  But a full raft of enhancements and engineering changes redefine the 61 Enclosed Flybridge Series II versus its predecessor.  The most recognizable change inside is the reposition of the galley now located astern by the patio door entrance of the saloon, which with Riviera trademark saloon tilting window joins this with the aft deck.  Another interesting feature for this size is the interior staircase for the enclosed flybridge.  Interior choices are for a three or four cabins plan layout.  The owners stateroom is located to mid ship in the four cabins plan, or to fore in the three rooms layout.  Both the third or fourth cabins are bunk berths in both plan choices.  Three heads are featured in both layout choices, two of which are ensuite to the midship and forward cabin.  Power choices are standard 1015hp Cats which give a max speed of 28 knots, with optional 1200hp MTU reaching up to 31 knots.   

Technical Data:

LOA - 19.63 m (64.5ft) incl bathing platform

Hull Length - 18.60 m

Beam - 5.40 m

Draft - 1.58 m

Displacement - 30500 kg dry

Fuel Capacity - 6550 l

Water Capacity - 1000 l

Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins, 7 berths in 4 cabins

Engines - 2 x Cats 1015hp, MTU 8vM93 1200hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 31 knots max 27 knots cruise with MTU 1200hp, 28 knots max with Cats 1015hp

Range - 413 nm miles on cruise speed with MTU

Hull Shape - Vee with deep entry and medium 12.5 degrees dead rise aft

Construction - solid fiberglass hull

Project - Frank Mulder, Neil Mc Cabe

www.riviera.com.au

Project: Broom 370

Its nice to see Broom who was nearly closed in the fall of 2010 not only back in business, but challenging the market with a new and fresh project, the 370 set to launch at the fall of this year.  This latest Broom project continues the heritage of this over a century old British builder of an offshore capable cruiser, with inland waterways capability and design dedication.  From a low height and possible of lowering the radar arch, to the aft cabin design typical of the pure British motor cruiser. The 370 will sleep up to six guests in two cabins plus a convertible saloon.  As any aft cabin cruiser which do have an interior which actually spans the whole length of the boat, the two sleeping rooms of the 370; owners suite located to aft, and double Vee berth to fore will speak volumes in there sizes to vessels which are normally to a minimum five feet larger.  Andrew Wolstenholme responsible for the hull underwater shape of the 370 presented a medium Vee shape with a shallow skeg keel, and power choices of a single or twin engines.  For the speed lovers or more offshore orientated users the 370 can be powered with twin Volvo 330hp with in line shafts propulsion which should give a max speed of up to 30 knots. Other choices will include a Nanni hybrid which gives four hours of electrical only usage, and a single economic to run and maintain 370hp Volvo delivering a max of 20 knots of speed.

www.broomboats.com

INBUILD ~ Galeon 780 Crystal Part 9 of 9

Here we are in the final part nine series of the construction pictures of the Galeon 780 Crystal.  The Strazyn Galeon new flagship, the 780 Crystal is nearly ready to launch and in the last picture of the Inbuild series we are seeing final details of finishing being completed.  Polishing, removal of protective taping on the windows and stainless steel fittings, and final installations being completed.  After this is done Galeon will start sea trialing the 780 Crystal with the captains, technical department, and engineers. After the sea trials are satisfactory all the final equipment of the first owner optional list will be fitted. The journey of the 780 Crystal was over two years in the making since the final project design by Tony Castro and the Galeon design team was agreed.  Now its up to show you the 780 Crystal in its completed status in the final New Model installment!

www.galeon.pl 

Projects: Benetti Sail Division 131 RS, Benetti Sail Division 115 RS, Benetti Sail Division 105 RS, Benetti Sail Division 98 RS, Benetti Sail Divison 82 RS

Benetti Sail Division presents the new Rounded Stern range.  This range represents a historical touch to Benetti Sail Division being this type of hull form among of its most successful designs.  The Rounded Stern line will offer a total of six models; starting from 82 up to 131 feet.  Pictured above is the 131 RS which will be a three deck super yacht.  Internal accommodation will offer a double five cabins plan with owner stateroom on the main deck and a two VIP suite located to aft, and mid ship.  Crew accommodation is for up to nine persons.  Power will be from twin 1319hp Cat engines which give a max speed of 14 knots.  

The Benetti Sail Division 115 RS is the second in size model of the Rounded Stern range.  Measuring over 35 meters this will also be a three deck plus flybridge super yacht.  Her hull shape is a full displacement.  Accommodation is for up to 12 guests in five double cabins with owners stateroom located on the main deck.  As in all the rounded stern the 115 will feature a lot of innovation in the form of side balconies which open up to make time at sea enjoyable to the most.  Power is from twin 1000hp MAN engines which give a 13 knots max speed.

The 105 RS is the middle in size model of the classic looking Rounded Stern range from Benetti Sail Divison.  Unlike the bigger 131 and 115 models, the 105 RS will have  more sporty lines thanks to its more low profile two and half deck.  Accommodation is similar to the bigger models sleeping up to twelve guests in five cabins, and an owners stateroom located on the main deck.  Power is from MAN 1000hp engines which give a 13 knots of max speed and 12 of cruise.  

The 98 RS is the second smallest model of Benetti Sail Division Rounded Stern range.  The line of the 98RS is very similar to the seven feet bigger 105 model having also a two and half deck layout.  Inside the 98 RS will sleep up to ten guests in four double cabins.  Owners suite is still located to the main deck, but the galley is to be located below taking space for an extra cabin.  Power is from twin 725hp Cat engines which give a top speed of 13 knots. 

The entry level model of Benetti Sail Division Rounded Stern range is the 82 RS.  This model is also the second in size of all the Benetti Sail Division range and is only two feet bigger to the 80 World Traveller.  As is expected the 82 RS is a pocket sized super yacht, and continues two and half deck looks. Accommodation will sleep up to ten guests with owners stateroom still located on the main deck.  Crew beds is for up to four persons located to bow and featuring a lobby with a saloon and galley.  Power is from twin 450hp MAN engines which give an 11 knots max and cruise speed.  An economic 10 knots can also give a range of up to 2600 nautical miles before needing a refuel.  

www.benettisaildivision-ss.com

Project: Jet Tern 70 Artemis

Jet Tern continue to pursue its planning line expansion with the presentation of the 70 Artemis project.  The new 70 is again a design of architect Guide De Groot. There is still no details for this project on Jet Tern web site, although there is a mention of up coming 55 and 68 models.  The 70 Artemis should be the 68, and joins the now renamed 48 and recently launched 46 model.  Again modern European looks are part of the Artemis line and the 70 Artemis is no exception, but Jet Tern say that construction is to be of the same high standard as Selene ocean going trawlers.  Layout has not been advised yet but I accept a four cabin plus crew lower deck, and a split area saloon.  Interesting is the very sleek hard top and upper structure design.  Power options have not been advised yet but I again imagine sub thirty knots speed as the 48 Artemis. 

www.seleneoceanyachts.com

News: H4 Marine June 2011

POWERTRAIN EUROPE AS
H4 Marine will now be supplying products from Powertrain Europe AS to yards, engineers, builders and owners across the British isles.  Powertrain is the latest product in engine couplings and CV joints is the patented marine joint.  This innovative adaption of proven automotive technology uses a CV joint that is designed to take thrust loads, this means you can install an engine which can comfortably run at a few degrees off from the shaft line with the thrust still taken on the engine mounts. This means that engine to shaft alignment for vessels fitted with a marine joint is a thing of the past. Units are available to take up to 700hp currently.  H4 Marine will also the supply Hydradrive systems from Powertrain, this is an in house designed double CV coupling with thrust bearing. All the known benefits of isolating the drive forces from the engine movement from a Norwegian company that have been supplying and manufacturing drive train components and systems for the automotive, marine and industrial markets for over 20 years.
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EXHIBITING AT SEAWORK

H4 Marine will be exhibiting at the important Seawork show the coming 14 to 16 June in Southampton.  H4 Marine will be glad to discuss its expertise in all matters related to its unique line of propulsion set ups, marine dedicated bearings, and unique rope cutting prop protection solutions.  You can find them on stand Q8 for any friendly advise.

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MARITEX NEW SPECIFIED BEARING DESIGN

Maritex bearings have been specified on a new submarine design that is specified for operating temperatures from zero to fifty degrees Celsius.  For those technical in the matter this is quite a challenge for shaft, rudder and dive plane bearings. Maritex has developed a new grade to suit this application with thermal expansion to mimic the steel structure the bearings are fitted in.  Maritex have also supplied a similar material for arctic to tropical use in the latest POD drives units by OYS for Baltic Yachts.

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www.h4marine.com

Improve-it = Sessa C68

Sessa presents a new choice to the engine propulsion of its C68 flagship.  This new engine propulsion package comes from Volvo twin 900hp engines, with the latest third generation IPS1200 propulsion.  The new option makes it the fifth Sessa to be powered by Volvo IPS pod propulsion.  The twin Volvo IPS1200 power propulsion reduces 460hp per engine to the previous MAN 1360hp set up.  According to Sessa the Volvo IPS1200 showed reduced consumption of 25% and noise levels of 40% with top speeds of 35 knots.  The engine change also marked a redefined engine room and crew cabin layout.  This now offers a more spacious engine room and a new access point onto the deck.  The crew cabin is also more spacious with a separate bathroom and extra seating that can be converted into an extra berth.  Sessa also introduced new interior fittings with a new Cocoa wood choice, Havana leather and Ivory fabrics.  A new layout without the bar is also available on the main deck.  These new choices show the flexibility of the Sessa C68 current flagship in all parts of its build from layout, engine, propulsion, and fitting choices. 

www.sessamarine.com