Project: Fjord 48 Open

Fjord continues to present more project for its Open series, and after a year of showing a new flagship 56 model, the company now presents a 48.  This new 48 Open will be an intermediate between the 40 and the 56, and as all current Fjord's is also a design of Patrick Banfield Allseas and is a full deck space use sport cruiser, with a nice inteiror layout with two cabins.  The 48 Opens offers three different deck layouts with one of these offering also a tender garage under the sunpad.  The interior will offer two cabins both with en-suite shower heads.  The main owners cabin is located to fore and will also feature a small lounge l-shaped to port side. Power is from triple Volvo 435hp engines with IPS pods drives which should give top speeds up to 41 knots.

www.fjordboats.com

Improve-it = Casa 54 HT

Paying attention to market demands and modifying a current model to suit more to the client needs has always been a good way for a boat builder to move forward.  This is what Casa from the South part of Rome, in Italy did with its current 54 HT flagship model by presenting the new cockpit layout.  This alternative versions replaces the sun pad with an L-shaped settee on the aft deck of the 54 HT, making the area a lounging place.  The Casa 54 HT is a three cabin hard top sport yacht and also offer two version choice for its internal layout plan with a galley up or below choice.  With the galley below choice the third cabin moves more forward becoming a bunk berth layout but still offering a third head, this being smaller then to that of the standard plan.  Power for the Casa 54 is Man 900 or 1100hp engines with line shaft propulsion as standard, or optional surface drives being available.

www.cantiericasa.it

Project: Outer Reef 560 Motor Yacht

Outer Reef yachts make a very important move presenting a new entry level project the 560 Motor Yacht.  This new project was requested mostly by its European dealership but surely this will be a pivotal model in the range for the future to come.  The 560 Motor Yacht has full Outer Reef looks outside with a well made no bunks three double cabins interior layout. The owners stateroom of the 560 is a full beams midships located, with a six feet plus headroom in all the areas of this cabin.  A crew cabin to aft is available as option. The 560 will also feature a living typical of a trawler with a split level area having a welcome saloon to aft, and the upper part splitted by three steps featuring more working areas as the galley and the pilot house to forward.  Outer Reef will also present an enclosed pilothouse version in the future.  Power is standard twin 503hp Cat engines or optional 705s with top speeds up to 20 knots.  

www.outerreefyachts.com

New Model: Bavaria 420 Virtess Coupe

 

Introduced in the final part of 2012, is Bavaria second model of its new Vitress line series the Coupe version of the 420.  Based on all minus the flybridge on the standard 420 Virtess, the Coupe series looks to a more your young audience and type of customer.  The 420 Virtess Coupe offers all the nice features Bavaria and Italian designer Marco Casali brought to the table with a clever three double cabins lower deck, and a living main deck which joins with the aft cockpit thanks to the sliding of the patio door.  A nice feature on the 420 Virtess Coupe is the moving of the aft bulkhead on the cockpit which makes the deck becoming a terrace on the sea.  Another clever solution is the use of the hard-top which as in bigger hard top models this features a sunbathing area reachable by the ladder to port side.  Power is three Volvo engine from 370 to 435hp with stern drives and IPS pods available as propulsion.

Technical Data:

LOA - 13.6 m (44.6ft)

LOA - 12.3 m ex bathing platform

Hull Length - 11.95 m

Beam - 4.21 m

Draft - 1.11 m

Displacement - 11,000 kg

Fuel Capacity - 1200 l

Water Capacity - 420 l

Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins

Max Persons - 12

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 370hp, D6 400hp, D6 435hp

Propulsion - Volvo DPH dual prop stern drive, or Volvo IPS500 or 600 forward looking pod

Project - Too Design Marco Casali

Certification - CE B

www.bavaria-yachtbau.com

Project: Heesen 55m YN 17255

Heesen Yachts is proud to announce the sale of the first 55m steel fast displacement motor yacht.  Hull number: YN 17255 has been sold thanks to a beneficial collaboration.  The Heesen 55m steel fast displacement class was first introduced at “The future is now” Press conference held at the Monaco Yacht Club during the 2012 Monaco Yacht Show, where this Dutch shipyard presented several new models: as well as the 55m steel fast displacement, the 42m fast displacement equipped Hull Vane - sold even before it was introduced on the market, and the 45m fly bridge.  Working with the most radical thinkers, these three new yachts were developed to overcome seemingly opposing attributes: to go faster but use less fuel, to increase range and speed, optimize performance but reduce environmental impact, to enable uncompromised interior design without compromising performance.
YN 17255, whose fast displacement hull form was developed by Van Oossanen Naval Architects, will reach the remarkable maximum speed of 16knots with a range of 4.500Nm at a cruising speed of 13 knots. Frank Laupman from Omega Architects created the elegant lines of this new Heesen 55 metre.  YN 17255 also boasts extensive outdoor spaces with its 110 square metre sun deck and a 70 square metre Owner’s private terrace located forward. Tenders and toys are stored in the garage located at the front of the vessel and launched from the two gull-wings doors on each side; hence the lazarette can be dedicated to a wide beach club and gym with a generous swim platform that allows the Owner and guests to swim and relax right at the sea’s edge. Twelve guests are accommodated in six cabins: the master suite traditionally located on the main deck forward features a side recessed balcony; a full beam VIP on the lower deck alongside two twins and two doubles. YN 17255 will be delivered to her Owner in Summer 2015.

www.heesenyachts.com

Project: Astondoa 63 Top Deck

Some projects come which try to re-invent the wheel of how a boat should look, many go while some are perceived well by the market and create a new segment.  The Astondoa 63 Top Deck designed by Luiz de Basto is a very innovative concept for its layout, looks, and what it brings on the table.  From a certain point of view the 63 Top Deck can look as it is one of those crusing boats which take tourists around in popular coast line areas, investigate close and you notice this is not the case.  Surely looking at the renderings it brings a lot of fresh design in a nineteen meter sport yacht.  Obviously the most interesting part is the main deck and its full use of space from fore to aft.  This creates an unusual spacious area for entairtainment, with bar areas, lounges, sunpad, and a jacuzzi spa bath.  Below the standard layout offers two cabins sleeping five, plus a saloon galley lounge area to fore.  Power is twin Volvo 700hp with IPS pod propulsion with estimated top speeds of 36 knots and a cruise of 25.

www.astondoasa.com  

New Model: Magazzu MX-11 Coupe

Magazzu is making a huge statement in the large rib cruisers sector presenting interesting models.  Most important some of the large models still have the feel and usability that a rib should offer while still presenting over night accommodation for two below.  This is certainly the case for the MX-11 Coupe presented by Magazzu in 2012.  The full exterior of the MX-11 Coupe are indeed complimented by a cabin which sleeps two in a Vee shaped berth, and featuring a shower head to starboard side.  A galley is located outside behind the centre console on the large main deck.  Power choices start at 500 and go up to 900hp with max speeds estimated of 60 knots possible with the large options.

Technical Data:

LOA - 11.0 m (36ft)

Beam - 3.60 m

Fuel Capacity - 2 x 370 l
Water Capacity - 370 l

Accommodation - 2 berths

Max Persons - 18

Engines - 2 x engines form 500 up to 1000hp

Propulsion - stern drive, or surface drives

Speed - 60 knots max

Hull Shape - twin step deep Vee

Construction - fiberglass in composite with carbon fiber and epoxy resins

Certification - CE B

www.magazzu.com

Project: Clipper 50 Explorer

Down under boat builder Clipper presents the new Explorer series a long range pilot-house blue water cruisers designed by renowned naval architect Mark Williamson from Australia. The first model of the range the 50 Explorer will debut this year and is available in a two, or three cabins layouts. The two cabin version offers a full beam master stateroom amidships with island bed along with a generous VIP cabin forward, both with ensuites. A new contemporary saloon, galley and pilot house design featuring your choice of West African teak or a lighter Aniegre wood finish internally. The Explorer will feature a semi-displacement hull design available in single shaft or twin propulsion configuration.  The Clipper 50 Explorer can be ordered to be a dedicated 8 knot cruiser or equipped to be capable of a sprint speed of 18 knots if you need to get ahead of the weather. Speeds are dependent on engine horsepower and configuration. The 50 Explorer will be joined by a 55 model in 2014 and a 70 flagship in 2015.

www.clippermotoryachts.com.au

New Model: Maritimo M45 Cruising Motoryacht

The latest offer from Maritimo is the M45 Cruising Motoryacht hitting a sweet spot for a broad cross section of the cruising market being the not to big and small size for couples with enough space and luxury to accommodate visiting family and friends for a day, night or week.  The Maritimo M45 has evolved after extensive research including feedback from dealers, current owners, industry stalwarts and prospective buyers.  The Maritimo M45 is a stunning performer flybridge cruiser sharing with it main hallmarks of quality, design, style and exceptional sea-keeping of its larger siblings, but it also has a number of lifestyle enhancing features that will appeal to boating couples and families who know exactly what works.  Recessed walk around decks will make it easy to maneuver around the vessel. The generous saloon will be comparable to the bigger M48 and M53 motor yachts. Saloon windows forward will allow plenty of natural light and a sense of space. The M45 features a cleverly designed saloon daybed lounge that coverts to a large double bed, an aft galley and wide opening bi-fold saloon doors, the obligatory internal staircase to the fly bridge, a three sided enclosed fly bridge with forward helm, an aft, full beam fly bridge dinette lounge that coverts to a double bed creating a private penthouse suite, transom barbecue console and a two cabin, two bathroom layout. The M45 will comfortably sleep eight and will come with a choice of twin Volvo 435hp engines and twin IPS pods propulsion. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 14.8 m (48.5ft)

Beam - 4.68 m

Draft - 1.1 m

Displacement - 15500kg

Fuel Capacity - 1800 l

Water Capacity - 400 l

Accommodation - 4 berths in 2 cabins + 4 convertible berths

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 435hp

Propulsion - Volvo forward looking IPS pod drives

www.maritimo.com.au

Project: Viking 75 Motor Yacht

What goes around comes around is a popular saying and one that emerges again at Viking, as the US builder announces plans to build a new 75 Motor Yacht.  Viking exited the motor yacht market with the last 60 Cockpit Sport Yacht delivered in 2001. This model was a strong performer and during its reign was recognized by Boating magazine as Boat of the Year in 1995. Much has changed in the motor yacht arena over the past decade and the development of the new 75 Motor Yacht, a strategic collaboration between the Viking design team and the firm of Michael Peters of Sarasota, Florida, reflects a number of innovations and refinements in this portion of the market. The exterior profile is sleek, curvy and embodies a number of style cues from the Viking convertibles including the teardrop salon windows, and distinctive molded feature lines in the hull and superstructure. The fiberglass hardtop and raked side supports replicates the look of the Sky Bridge, a very popular appointment found aboard enclosed bridge convertibles. An integrated molded swim platform is planked with teak for secure footing for boarding, as well as water sports activities. Shapely port lights and master stateroom hull side windows contribute style and function, and the full wrap-around anodized aluminum bow rail and wide side decks make for convenient passage when moving forward to handle dock lines or anchoring. The 75 Motor Yacht starts with a freshly designed hull to take full advantage of the available power, Viking also opted for a convertible style running surface renowned for ease of handling and sea-keeping ability. The first boat, which will deliver in early fall of 2014 will have a pair 1925hp Caterpillars, with speed estimated going for a 30 knots cruise and a mid thirty top end. The Viking 75 Motor Yacht tri-level layout demonstrates an intelligent use of space with accents on family comfort and usability. Twin molded fiberglass staircases lead from the teak planked swim platform to the aft deck with its U-shape lounge and table. A glass door slides open to the salon this featuring a custom made sofa and cocktail table on the port side faces teak cabinetry with a built-in entertainment center and flat screen television, which rises on an electric lift. Moving forward, the center area combines a formal dining area with seating for eight, and a galley.  A lower helm station is complemented with a pair of leather seats and additional seating is available at the port settee. Lounge seating also is provided forward on the main exterior deck, along with a large sun pad making this a most versatile area at the dock or under way.  Below, accommodations include five nicely proportioned staterooms, each with its own head and shower, including a full beam master suite and crew quarters with private access from the stern.  Topside, the flying bridge deck is ideal for entertaining and relaxing with multiple lounges, a wet bar and grilling area and a center line helm. The Viking 75 Motor Yacht will have its inaugural appearance for the fall of 2014.

www.vikingyachts.com