Project: Pershing 82

Pershing presents the project for a new 82 model, based on the 2008 launched 80, and following the pattern of the latest 74; meaning addition of a sun sport flybridge deck on top.  Access to the fly bridge will be from an automated hatch and a carbon steel staircase, a little mechanical masterpiece created by AYT in close collaboration with Besenzoni. The staircase is decentralized and drops automatically into the cockpit by electro-hydraulic control and automatically disappears upwards when closed, freeing the space in the cockpit. The flybridge layout will offer a simple functional form: next to the retractable helm, there are two comfortable lateral chaise lounge by the pilot’s seat, in which a practical minibar has been placed. Another modification from the 80 is also the bow sun-deck, now with sunbeds having separate and folding backrests; for safety purposes on the sun-deck there are two lateral handles and a pulpit which blend in completely with the aesthetics of the superstructure.  Another addition of the 82 will be for an extended bathing platform, and new larger view windows.  Accommodation will be for a four double cabins layout, with collaboration from Poltrona Frau continuing also for this new 82 model. Power is from twin MTU 2483hp with ZF Searex surface drives propulsion which give a top speed of 45 knots, and a cruise of 40 delivering a range of over three hundred nautical miles.  The Pershing 82 will also feature the new ZF Autotrim which increases comfort level at sea and better safety features.
www.pershing-yacht.com

New Model: Absolute 53 STY

An impressive 2011 fall from Absolute which including this new 53 STY presented five premier models in between the Cannes and Genoa shows from forty to 53 feet.  The 53 STY, acronym used for sport yacht shares hull and many design solutions with the 2010 launched 50 and 2011 53 Fly models.  Obviously the 53 STY is a hard top sport yacht with patio door dividing the cockpit.  Some might suspect the 53 STY should also replace the successful 52 launched in 2007, and the first Absolute to have the concept of upper saloon and patio doors dividing the area.  But so far the 52 is still in production and offered on the official web site.  Mirror difference with this new 53 STY to the 52 come instant and these are bigger engines options triple Volvo 435hp or twin 700 units, and more beam which offers more space everywhere.  Obviously the 53 STY is a complete new model versus the 52.  Below is also a choice for two layouts; three cabins sleeping six and owners room to fore, or two rooms which gives a spacious midships full beam master  room and VIP to fore.  In both the layouts the galley is below between the cabins, leaving main deck area all for entertainment.  IPS propulsion is again used in the 53 STY, which makes Absolute the most eager user of Volvo propulsion system available on thirteen from fourteen models.   

Technical Data:

LOA - 16.55 m (54.3ft)

Beam - 4.65 m

Fuel Capacity - 1700 l

Water Capacity - 560 l

Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins, or 4 berths in 2 cabins, 1 crew cabin berth

Max Persons - 12

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 435hp, D11 700hp, 3 x Volvo D6 435hp

Propulsion - twin or triple Volvo forward looking IPS pods

Project - Absolute Research and Development Lab 

Certification - CE B

www.absoluteyachts.com

Project: Mainship 389 Pilot

Mainship presents the project of the 389 Pilot which is a new model enhancing the success of the 34, and the 355 of the same line. The 389 is a further tweaking of the 355 with some minor modifications, but what was appreciated in this previous model, as the galley and living dining L-shaped saloon on the main deck, and all below decks are still to be found.  Main accommodation is all located below with two double cabins, a spacious head having a separate shower stall, and two lounging sofas in between.  Power is a from two engine choices from Yanmar single 380hp, or twin 220.  Propulsion is the century reliable tried and tested line shaft, with a Vee drive gear box used to add more rooms to the cabins.    

www.mainship.com

New Model: Azimut 62S Italia

Azimut presents the new 62S Italia.  This new sport yacht model which sits in the middle of the Azimut S Collection fleet modifies the 62S launched in 2005, with some important changes.  From the outside the Italia difference is very minimum, with Azimut choosing well to stick to the sleek Stefano Righini designed lines, extending about one feet to the bathing platform, new bigger full glass sunroof, and larger aft cockpit deck. Another change in the aft deck is that for a C-shaped settee, instead of the sun pad, and tender stowage garage now being removed, this increasing the space in the area above and below.  Inside, one of the most important changes of the 62S Italia is for a standard three double cabins layout with two in line berths.  A third head has also been added.  While the crew cabin, again taking advantage of the tender garage removal; is now a more spacious two berths layout.  Power is from twin Cats 1150hp, again the Italia having an increase 100 horses per engine.  This giving an increase in top speed of three nautical miles per hour, now the 62S Italia reaching 37 knots of max.  So far the ZF pods are not mentioned in the specification, although the 62 S was the test bench for the big propulsion units.    

Technical Data:

LOA - 19.26 m (63.2ft) incl pulpit

Hull Length - 18.41 m

Beam - 4.90 m

Draft - 1.53 m

Displacement - 30.7 t full load

Fuel Capacity - 2700 l

Water Capacity - 900 l

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

Engines - 2 x Cats C18 Acert 1150hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 37 knots max, 32 knots cruise

Hull Type - Vee shape with 19.2 degrees dead rise aft

Project - Stefano Righini exterior

Certification - UNI ISO8666, CE rules

www.azimutyachts.com

New Model: Paul Mann Eighty-One

The biggest model ever to come out of North Carolina's Paul Mann, the 81 feet named Georgia Girl.  Build in the more modern jig method of the cold molding technique, reminding here that Paul Mann is one of the few who also constructs if desired in the more traditional frame and plank.  The new Eighty-One is the proud new flagship of Paul Mann founded in 1988, and beats the not so long ago launched 76 Ann Warwick by five feet.  A first for this model will be the use of Naiad Stabilizers, which on test did little to affect performance.  Her interior will offer five double guest cabins layout all with private heads.  On the main deck is the usual sport fish layout with galley to fore, here ordered in greater size by the owner, and also a day head.  Interiors are finished in sliced cherry veneer which also gave her the price for Cabinetry Awards in Prestigious Design Competition. Power is from twin MTU 2400hp engines which give a top speed of 40 knots.

Technical Data:

LOA - 24.68 m (81ft)

Beam - 7.01 m

Draft - 1.82 m

Displacement - 58967 kg

Fuel Capacity - 11734 l

Water Capacity - 1514 l

Accommodation - five cabins

Engines - 2 x MTU16v2000 M92CR 2400hp

Propulsion - line shaft with Nibral Class S props

Speed - 40 knots max, 30 knots cruise, 26 knots economic

Construction - Cold molding jig construction with fiberglass, marine grade Okoume plywood, and Awl Grip finish

Project - Paul Mann

www.paulmanncustomboats.com

Project: Sunseeker 28 Metre Yacht

Sunseeker presents the project for the 28 Metre Yacht, a model which will be launched in 2012 and represents a design revolution for this well known British builder.  The 28 Metre Yacht offers surely the higher percentage of window surfaces more then any other Sunseeker in the range, but even though it is a full flybridge yacht her profile is distinctively sports, thanks to the flybridge and longer feel to the fore deck.  Sunseeker also says the 28 Metre Yacht will also have a very high free board, this being used to offer more space.  Inside a four guest cabins layout is show with two separate entrances.  The VIP and owner rooms are located to fore are, with the two guest cabins located to midships.  Crew quarters are aft with two cabins sleeping four on bunks, lobby with L-shaped saloon, small galley, and shower head.  A three part split level saloon offers the usual feature of a yacht this size, saloon and dining, galley, and pilot house to fore.  Power will be from engines up to a combined horsepower of 3900, which give 29 knots estimated max speeds.

www.sunseeker.com

New Model: Austin Parker AP54 Fly

Austin Parker presented the 54 Fly in the fall of this year.  This model of this Italian company continues the renovation as started in 2008 with the 42 Open and comes again as all the range from designer Fulvio De Simoni, who presents down East lobster boat looks with a hint of Italian in its looks.  See higher free board, semi extended flybridge, and more modern finished interiors.  None the less the 54 Fly what is the flybridge version of the 2010 presented Austin Parker 52 Open, is in my books very pleasant to the eye.  The flybidge is accessed from a  comfortable stainless steel stair case from the large aft deck, and features a helm station to port side, and a C-shaped settee with aft sun pad to starboard.  Below is the same layout as the 52 with three double cabins located below, with a galley in between in the lower accommodation deck.  A single person crew cabin is located to aft.  There is also a medium sized tender garage which with the bathing platform can carry two not so big personal water craft.  Power is from twin MAN 900hp engines which give a top speed of 33 knots, and a cruise of 28 delivering a range of three hundred nautical miles.

Technical Data:

LOA - 16.04 m (52.6ft)

Beam - 5.06 m

Displacement - 24.1 t unloaded, 28.7 t loaded

Fuel Capacity - 2800 l

Water Capacity - 600 l

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

Max Persons - 12

Engines - 2 x MAN V8 D2848LE423 900hp

Propulsion - line shafts

Speed - 33 knots max, 28 knots cruise

Range - 300 nautical miles at cruise speed

Project - Fulvio De Simoni

Certification - CE A

www.austinparker.com

Project: Blu Martin 48 Sea Top

Blu Martin presents the project for the 48 Sea Top, a model which will sit in between the 13,90 and 52 of the same range.  As the other Sea Top models the 48 will be a hard top sport cruiser, with a patio door separating the main deck in two areas when closed, or joining them together when open.  The lower deck all dedicated to the cabins will offer three double cabins, with two shower heads, one of which en-suite for the owners room located to midships port side.  The VIP cabin is to fore.  A single bed crew cabin or utility room is available to midships starboard side. Power is from twin engines, Volvo 435hp or Cummins 480.  Propulsion is shafts, or IPS pod drives with the Volvo choice. 

www.blumartinyachts.com

News: Nord West December 2011

POSITIVE FALL 2011

Nord West had a very positive sales period here at the yard since this summer. Our sales figures of both new and second hand boats are in line with the numbers from last year. Apart from keeping up the numbers Nord West has also acquired the Najad yard and the goal since the takeover in middle of October was to quickly introduce the brand at the boat shows, meet with the owners directly and potential clients. It started directly with participation of two important shows, the “Hanseboot” in Hamburg and the Stockholm Boat Show – with both Nord West motorboats and Najad sailboats. An overwhelming interest came in for both Nord West and Najad where the latter was met with an incredible relief to see it back on track. At the yard, incredible enough it started the production of the very first Najad boats sold after only six weeks that will be delivered in the spring as the first “in-house” built, to the very happy new owners.  Nord West and Najad now look forward towards the New Year and will start it off with many exciting boat shows where it hopes to meet with you and your family. If you would like to know more about the models or perhaps would like  to specify a boat after your wishes, please contact Nord West or Najad preferably even before the shows to enable your visit to be as rewarding as possible.

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DUSSELDORF BOOT

On the 21 to the 29th of January opens the Boot 2012 its gates!  Nord West Group will be there with two stands showing a Najad 440CC and Najad 440AC in hall 17, stand C55 and a Nord West 370 Flybridge and a Nord West 430 Sports Top in hall 5, stand D22 . Magnus Lundgren, Staffan Asp, Patricia Bornfleth, Johan Stübner, and Jessica Stenlund look forward in meeting with you on the stands!

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GOTHENBURG BOATSHOW

This incredibly well visited show is the start of the Swedish boating season, and it commences from the fouth to the 12th of February . A huge variety of over 100 000 people see this as a popular entertaining show and makes it an outing worthwhile for the whole family.  Nord West & Najad truly enjoy being at its most local show with a “home ground” advantage. The companies will participate with two Najad models 410, and 355 and three from Nord West; 370 Flybridge, 370 Coupe, and a 430 Sports Top. The whole sales team will be there and look forward in meeting all of the visitors!

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www.nordwest.se

New Model: Carver 54 Voyager

Carver presents the 54 Voyager a flybridge motor yacht of American concept but having the European influence in the looks. The yacht's eye catching profile is configured as a true pilot house, incorporating a spacious fly bridge, lower helm choice, and highly functional split level salon which joins with the aft cockpit in a logical symmetry.  There is also an interior stair case from the saloon to the flybridge. Down below the Carver 54 Voyager sleeps six in three separate cabins; owners stateroom to midships, VIP to fore, and bunk twin guest room to port side.  The owners room is a full beam affair, with en-suite shower head.  A second guest shower head services the guests.   Power is from Volvo or Cat engines from 500 up 575hp, with traditional reliable line shaft propulsion.  A worth note is the considerable fuel capacity of 3000 liters, which with not so big engines should give a good range for a planning motor yacht of seventeen meters in size. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 17.1 m (56.3ft)

Hull Length - 16.3 m

Beam - 4.6 m

Draft - 1.5 m

Displacement - 23360 kg loaded

Fuel Capacity - 3028 l

Water Capacity - 757 l

Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D9 EVC 500hp, D9 EVC 575hp, Cats C9 575hp

Propulsion - line shafts  

Construction - solid fiberglass hull bottom with Kyntex substrates and Vinilester barrier coat

www.carveryachts.com