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September 25, 2013
Project: North-Line 34
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September 24, 2013
New Model: Viking 42 ST
Viking reports the recent launch of the first 42 ST, these last initials standing for Sport Tower, and as any new model coming from New Jersey garnered significant interest, and this is very expected considering that this model will battle it versus other recently introduced three piece enclosed hard-top express Sportfish Cruisers as the Cabo, Tiara, or the just launched semi-custom build Henriques. Although less than half the size of its upcoming new 92 flagship, its nice to see Viking getting excited on its small ZF pod powered entry level which in its various versions, now counting four is very close to reaching forty builds, in a production of two years. Not bad in the economic woes we had in recent years and with the consideration that each one of the small Viking's costs only a little under the million US$. That is surely not cheap for a forty footer, but Viking claims it is building the best, and considering the various fans of the brand around which are not just owners but also captains and yard workers, why should we argue this.
Technical Data: LOA - 12.97 m (42.7ft)
Beam - 4.83 m
Draft - 1.04 m
Displacement - 14832 kg
Fuel Capacity - 1987 l
Water Capacity - 454 l
Accommodation - 4 berths in 2 cabins, 6 berths 3 in cabins
Engines - 2 x Cummins QSB 440hp, QSB 480hp, QSC 600hp
Propulsion - ZF Zeus aft looking dual propeller pods
Speed - 36 knots max, 31 knots cruise
www.vikingyachts.com
September 23, 2013
Project: Austin Parker AP42 Sedan
Austin Parker presents the third version project of what was first of the new generation AP models designed by Fulvio de Simoni, the 42. So after the Open, came the Sport, and now Austin Parker presents the more practical and comfortable of the 42's the Sedan. Important differences separate the Austin Parker 42 Sedan from its more similar sister the Open, invisible when you look from the boat sideways but viewable when you see it from aft. The most important addition in the new Sedan is the addition of a patio door dividing the aft cockpit deck, from outside and inside when this is closed. But thanks to this a reinvention of the cabin inside changes the 42 not only on top but also below in the lower deck layout. The galley in the case of the 42 Sedan is moved on the main deck replacing the wet bar or daily kitchen up top, and L-shaped settee now becoming home to various uses from dining to relaxing. While below the area occupied by saloon and galley is transformed into a cabin with twin beds. Basically the AP42 Sedan offers an interesting new perspective to the most successful model from the Austin Parker fleet, and guarantees a further success to a wider range of audience.
September 22, 2013
Rhea Marine New Web Site
Rhea marine from France presents its new World wide web virtual showroom. Founded and still managed by one man; Bertrand Danglade who started building boats under the Rhea badge back in 1996, when it launched back then the 900 model. But the Bertrand story starts in Scotland at Clyde, it is in this place that he refines his knowledge on propulsion, shapes and wood construction which makes him open his shipyard Ile de Rel in 1970. Bertrand's yard is a diversified affair from selling, outfitting, restoring, and maintaining all kinds of boats with the most prominent being the Marennes French trawler, a standard view in the French Atlantic harbours. After the turn around to building boats with Rhea in 1996 and the 900 model; huge advances are made by Bertrand; but an important model will the 750 Timonier model, best seller and sold in over three hundred units in ten years since 1997. In 2002 Rhea makes another important move and building a new shipyard in La Rochelle near the airport. Today Rhea offers three important Range of boats; Timonier, Open, and Trawler which build a total of fifteen models. The entry level Rhea is the 23 Open, while the flagship is the still in project 57 Trawler. Rhea's new website is available in French, and English language and takes you around with the following buttons; The Range, Agents, Electric Propulsion, News, Rhea Marine, and Contact. As is common with most boat builders nowadays Rhea also features its Social hubs as Facebook and Twitter, with links located towards the end of the first entry page.
September 21, 2013
New Model: Columbus 40M Sport Hybrid
On Saturday 31st of August, the spectacular Columbus 40M Sport Hybrid was launched in the Palumbo Shipyard in Naples. The stunning Sport Hybrid 40M yacht was lifted with two cranes: one telescopic crane of 700t and another boom crane of 550t. Operations started in the morning and were completely carried out by the Yard personnel. The Palumbo Shipyard is certainly well-known for its more than 45 years experience in the shipbuilding and repair sector but also for its large crane fleet. Columbus 40M Sport Hybrid, featuring a gross tonnage of 180 tons, an all aluminium semi displacement hull of forty meters overall length, is an evolution for yachting. Hybrid propulsion, together with completely new lines, make her a main actress in the overcrowded international scenario. The yacht complies with latest IMO MARPOL regulations and is equipped with a bilge water separator even though this is not required by class. The hallmarks of the Columbus Yachts are concern for the environment in terms of construction materials, equipments and performances and the hybrid propulsion system which will be an added feature for the innovative Columbus Sport Hybrid 40M. The boat will début at the next Monaco Yacht Show.
Technical Data:
LOA - 40 m (131.2ft)
Waterline Length - 36.4 m
Beam - 8.20 m
Draft - 1.75 m
Displacement - 160 t unloaded, 190 t loaded
Fuel Capacity - 37240 l
Water Capacity - 5390 l
Accommodation - 10 guest berths in 5 cabins, 8 crew berths in 4 cabins
Engines - 2 x Cat C32 ACERT 1899hp
Speed - 22 knots max, 15 knots cruise, 7 knots economic long range
Range - 1500 nm at 15 knots, 5000 nm at 7 knots
Project - Sergio Cutolo from Hyrdrotec exterior styline and lines, Hot Lab interior
Certification - IMO Marpol
September 20, 2013
Project: Hardy 62
Hardy presents the project of a new flagship model in its rugged looking but refined cruisers and yachts range the 62. Build with a semi displacement and being quite a heavy boat at 43 tons dry weight the Hardy 62 shows its seamanship quality on specification alone. But nonetheless the 62 is a very good looking Explorer yacht with some nice pilot house touches added to the super structure. The standard accommodation layout of the 62 offers a three double cabins layout; this offering a nice full beam midship owners stateroom below. The living is all on the main deck minus the galley which on standard plan is located below in between the cabins. Still Hardy make it important to point out that 62 is a semi custom project and interior layout may vary as clients request. Standard power is twin MAN 800hp engines but optional 1200 units are available. Maximum estimated speeds are of 25 knots although Hardy does not advise with which engine this is reachable.
September 19, 2013
Boat Show - Barcelona 2013 Preview
In view of recent economic patterns in the last two years the Barcelona boat show has reinvented itself. An important move was made last year when the Spanish show changed its dates from November to late September. For this year edition the show signals another important change that of moving all the exhibition in Port Vell, the harbour of main city Barcelona where most of the nautical stuff happens. Starting on the 24 and ending the 29 of September that will be five days of showcasing the latest new models from most of the renowned European and US builders, and most important also seeing these in the waters. The Spanish yards like Astondoa, and Rodman will showcase what they showed in Cannes. An important new model is surely the new Astondoa 63 Top Deck, and interesting concept from designer Luiz de Basto, and the largest Spanish boat building company.
New Model: Wajer 38 Osprey
Wajer from Holland, introduce the new 38 Osprey which follows on the success of the 34 and 37 models. This Dutch firm is specialized in presenting classic looking cruisers with high use of teak and wood in the exterior and interior. The 38 Osprey is a natural evolution of the 37, with the main difference being a larger aft cockpit deck. A noticeable difference between the two models is also the wind shield design which takes a particular style nature in the 38. Cuddy cabin and IPS pod powered the Wajer 38 Osprey is a sport roundabout with a accommodation for overnight stay in a forward Vee berth for two persons. Engine choice is three Volvo engines from 300 up to 435hp with max speeds up to 45 knots with the large option.
Technical Data:
LOA - 11.3 m (37ft)
Beam - 3.76 m
Draft - 0.90 m
Displacement - 8400 kg
Fuel Capacity - 1050 l
Water Capacity - 180 l
Accommodaiton - 2 berths
Max Persons - 14
Engines - 2 x Volvo D4 300hp, D6 370hp, D6 435hp
Propulsion - Volvo forward looking dual propeller IPS pds
Speed - 45 knots max with Volvo 435hp
Project - Vripack, Wayer
Hull Shape - Vee planning with medium deadrise 18 degrees aft
Certification - CE B
September 18, 2013
Project: Sessa 68 Sport Fly
Sessa presents the project of a new flagship the 68 Sport Fly which re-edits the C68 by adding a sports flybridge up top. As its custom with many sport yachts of this size who add this feature, the flybridge is of a very invisible nature from the outside lines. Access to the flybridge of the 68 Sport Fly will be from an integrated stainless steel stair case located to starboard. The flybridge layout offers a central sun-pad, two chaise lounges on both sides, and central helm. Below the 68 Sport Fly keeps the layout which have made the C68 a market success thanks to a choice of three or four cabins, with galley being down or up in the later plan. Worth to note that on the technical department the Sessa 68 flagship, and featuring a hull shape designed by Arnaboldi, who tested the hull shape in the St. Petersburg shipbuilding institute, the largest test pool in Europe. Engines choices for the new Sessa are twin Volvo 900hp with IPS pods, or MAN 1360hp featuring traditional line shafts. Hull number one of the 68 Sport Fly is scheduled to touch the water in early 2014.
September 17, 2013
New Model: Princess V48
It's one of Princess most awaited new models to touch the water, the V48, not only for being the first IPS powered boat from the Plymouth firm, and filling the gap between the V42 and V52, but because of the competition it has with the other British made offers in the same size, concept and style. If you asked the question a few years back the Princess would have been the least favourite in this style size sport cruiser to win the market, today its the opposite thanks to the relentless pursuit this British brand has done in recent times. It took eight years following the launch from Volvo for Princess to make its first IPS powered cruiser, and in the V48 they make tremendous good use of the pod drives, offering impressive spaces below. Without talking to much testament to this is the full beam owners room amidships which seems coming from a boat ten feet larger, definitely benefiting from the use of the pod drives and that of high free-board, this last also being an element in the latest models over fifty feet in recent years by Princess. The V48 also offers a nice VIP cabin to fore, a spacious L-shaped galley, and a saloon which after comments from buyers can also be available as third bunk berth. The main deck in the V48 is all about a living thanks to a C-shaped settee, opposite entertainment unit which stands behind the helm. In the aft cockpit deck is an L-shaped settee, a wet bar unit, and a large hi-lo bathing platform with tender stowage space.
Technical Data:
LOA - 15.49 m (50.9ft) incl pulpit
LOA - 15.2 m exl pulpit
Hull Length - 14.0 m
Beam - 4.11 m
Draft - 1.14 m
Displacement - 14000 kg medium load
Fuel Capacity - 1325 l
Water Capacity - 364 l
Water Capacity - 364 l
Accommodation - 4 berths in 2 cabins, or 6 berths in 3 cabins
Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 435hp
Propulsion - Volvo forward looking dual propeller pod drives
Speed - 34 knots max
Project - Bernard Olesinski
Certification - NMMA, ABYC
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