New Model: Fairline 63 Targa GTO

Fairline's renaissance is fully under way and the British boat builder kept its important promise of unveiling the new 63 Targa GTO in the fall of 2017.  A race against the clock for hull one to launch only two weeks before the important Cannes show.  It is high momentum for the British boat builder which follows the launch of the 53 Squadron in January, and also the full start of the Alberto Mancini era.  The 63 Targa GTO is from top to bottom the first Fairline fully designed by Mancini, with two project models already following, showing a positive outlook to the Italian designer work. Customers should also rejoice at the customisation the 63 Targa GTO brings; five different options for the lower deck, same number for the main deck, and two cockpit aft deck choices.  Something seen in the 53 series, but its good to see Fairline persevering in this direction.  Basically unheard solutions in these dimensions by the large European builders, of which Fairline was an important member not so long ago.  Considering the customisation on offer for the new models; 63 Targa and the 53 series of Targa and Squadron I am not sure if Fairline wants to be part of that club.  Which is not a bad thing when thinking that when you build this way speculation building is out of the window and production times are slowed by not a small margin when it comes to the fitting of the yachts.  That means Fairline is building each boat for customers and the way they intend to use it, which if you are a buyer is good news for you.  

Technical Data:

LOA - 19.96 m (65.4ft) incl pulpit

LOA exl pulpit - 19.8 m

Beam - 5.23 m

Draft - 1.47 m incl props

Displacement - 34000 kg unloaded

Fuel Capacity - 4680 l

Water Capacity - 1080 l

Accommodation - six berths in three cabins, or eight berths in four cabins, one or two crew in one cabin

Engines - 2 x Cats C18 1150hp, Man V8 1200hp

Propulsion - direct line shaft

Speed - 31 knots max with Cats 1150hp, 32 knots max with Man 1200hp (estimated)

Hull Shape - Vee shaped planning hull

Project - Alberto Mancini interior and exterior lines, Vripack Naval arhitecture

Construction - resin infused cored hull with isophtalic resin and powder-bound glass mat

www.fairline.com 

Project: Sundeck 430 Open

Presenting itself in 2014 with the Explorer Yacht 550 model, Sundeck yachts shows the project for a new 430 Open model.  A new course for the young builder with a lot of experienced staff behind it, the new Sundeck 430 Open is like the explorer yachts of the Italian builder a design of Zuccheri. Sundeck says the new 430 Open is a mix of sport-fishing design solutions mixed into a cruiser.  So far I am not sure about this claim since the bench settee at transom and integrated bathing platform are considered as nonsense to the sport-fisherman.  Non the less the Sundeck 430 Open seems to make an interesting offer for those who want a large practical open sport yacht with a lot of safety features put into the design.  See the deep walk around side deck, and T-top style hardtop covered central helm station. But the interesting solutions do not stop outside, and the Sundeck 430 Open also offers a three double cabin interior, and an important range thanks to the 2000 liters fuel capacity. 

www.sundeckyachts.com

New Model: Tiara F53 Flybridge

Tiara's new F53 Flybridge is a further development of the F50 model.  For the new F53 the North American builder tweaked the new model not only in length, but also in other areas including a further extension of the flybridge, and a further design of the hard top now looking sleeker.  Offering a layout of three double cabins below deck, with full living on the main deck, the Tiara F53 Flybridge is a variant of the Coupe platform.  Power for the Tiara F53 Flybridge comes from twin Volvo 725hp with Volvo IPS pod drives, which give max speeds up to 33 knots. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 16.6 m (54.6ft)

Beam - 4.85 m

Draft - 1.42 m

Displacement - 23277 kg dry

Fuel Capacity - 2460 l

Water Capacity - 568 l

Accommodation - six berths in three cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D11 725hp

Propulsion - Volvo IPSII 950 forward looking dual propeller pod drives

Speed - 33 knots max, 28 knots cruise

Range - 270 nm at cruise

Hull Shape - modified Vee with 14 degrees deadrise aft

Construction - hand laid fiberglass with premium resin and solid glass bottom, balsa cored hull sides

Certification - USCG, NMMA, CE

www.tiarayachts.com 

Project: Cantieri di Pisa 46 Akhir

Currently having two total new units under construction; the 22 Kitalpha and an Akhir 42S, Cantieri di Pisa does not stop and presents the project for a new 46 Akhir.  A design of Luca Dini who is responsible for all the new line models of Cantieri di Pisa, the new 46 Akhir presents itself as a tri-deck super yacht, with the top bridge covered by open type hard top.  46 Akhir should also feature a planning hull with max speeds in the mid twenties.    

www.cantieridipisa.it

New Model: Mulder ThirtySix

The recently launched Mulder ThirtySix, named M/Y Delta One has successfully completed her sea trials off the coast of the Netherlands, from the marina of Scheveningen.  With naval architecture by Van Oossanen Naval Architects, exterior design by Claydon Reeves and interior design again by the British designer and in conjunction with Vickers Studio, the full aluminium Mulder ThirtySix exceeded expectations. Her patented FDHF hull shape behaved very well at sea, with winds up to six Beaufort scale on the North Sea during sea trials. Driven by twin Caterpillar 1150hp engines, her top speed of 16.8 knots is matching calculations, as expected. At a cruising speed of 15 knots with an engine load of 67% performed amazingly comfortable.  Due to the great synergy between her owners, IYR as owner's representatives, the crew, Mulder Shipyard, Van Oossanen and Claydon Reeves plus Vickers Studio, the Gross Tonnage of 298 has been meticulously optimized at all areas on board. Studious engineering, combined with striving to achieve the highest quality by all parties involved, the 36.00 meter yacht offers generous space to ten guests in five luxurious designed staterooms. The efficiently created tender bay area features a Williams 625 Dieseljet, two Yamaha GP1800 jetski's, Seabobs and extensive windsurf-gear. Mulder Shipyard will present the Thirty Six at the Monaco Yacht Show in end September.

Technical Data:

LOA - 36 m (118.9m)

Beam - 8.5 m

Draft - 2.1 m

Displacement - 298 t

Fuel Capacity - 32000 l

Water Capacity - 6000 l

Accommodation - ten guests in five cabins, 

Engines - 2 x Cats C18 1150hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 17 knots max, 15 knots cruise

Hull Shape - Fast Displacement Hull Form

Construction - aluminium

Project - Van Oossanen naval architect, Calydon Reeves exterior and interior, Vickers Studio

Certification - RINA, MCA

www.muldershipyard.nl

Project: Bavaria E34 Fly

Bavaria E series continues to expand and here the German boat builder presents the E34 Fly, a flybridge version for the E34 launched in Summer.  Just over ten meters in length the E34 Fly offers a flybridge deck with a helm station to port side, and a J-shaped dinette to starboard.  For the remaining the E34 Fly offers the same interesting spaces of which is the two double both en-suited cabins, one forward and another aft.  Living and galley are located on the main deck, with the helm station located in the unusual astern location by the patio door.  Power comes standard from a single Volvo 109hp engines, with an optional 220hp being available.  Propulsion is line shaft.

www.bavariayachts.com

New Model: Raffaelli 50 Compass Rose Evo

Launched in the early part of Summer 2017, the new Raffaelli 50 Compass Rose Evo, is an evolution of the original Compass Rose which launched in 2001 and is one of the recent successes for the Pesaro located and long standing family owned boat builder.  The new 50 Compass Rose Evo keeps the hull of the old model, but revisits the super structure and interior with a new design coming by Classtudio of Antonello Lucio Pontevolpe.  The interior of the new Raffaelli Compass Rose Evo also has been changed with the inclusion of a midships located full beam owners stateroom, choice of two or three shower heads, and galley moved astern.  Hull one also featured a technical change and was powered by the optional Volvo 550hp engines with IPS pod propulsion. With this set up the 50 Compass Rose Evo in its first sea trails allowed for a fully loaded top speed of 34 knots, with light loaded trials making it up to the magical 40 knots.

Technical Data:

LOA - 15.35 m (50.3ft)

Hull Length - 14.9 m

Waterline Length - 12.9 m

Beam - 4.34 m

Draft - 1.2 m

Displacement - 15800 kg unloaded, 17500 kg loaded

Fuel Capacity - 1720 l

Water Capacity - 500 l

Max Persons - 12

Accommodation - six persons in three cabins, one crew cabin berth

Engines - 2 x Cats 510hp, Cummins 550hp, or Volvo D8 550hp with IPS pod drives

Propulsion - Volvo forward looking dual propeller IPS700 pod drives, or line shafts

Speed - 32 knots max, 28 knots cruise
Range - 300 nm at cruise

Project - Classtudio Yacht Design by Antonello Lucio Pontevolpe

Certification - CE A

www.raffaelliyacht.com

Project: Riviera 39 Open Flybridge

During the Sydney boat show Riviera revealed details for two 39 foot project models set to launch in 2018.  Both new models will share the same hull, and are to be powered by twin Volvo 370hp engines IPS pod propulsion system.  The first model shown here is the 39 Open Flybridge which follows Riviera signature World famous home grown style of exterior looks.  The Rivera 39 Open Flybridge will offer two cabins sleeping five in total; owner cabin forward, and three berth midships cabin.  The two cabins will share a spacious shower head located to starboard in between the cabins.  Living is all located on the main deck which will have an L-shaped dinette and dual seat helm station to port side, and an L-shaped and relaxing couch to starboard.  The aft cockpit deck offers interesting open spaces which is joined by a mezzanine to port side equipped with a small cocktail table, and BBQ grill set up on the aft bulk head.  While not selling itself as a sport-fisherman, the aft helm station on the flybridge and free aft deck space  makes it easy to use the Riviera 39 Open Flybridge for fishing.  

www.riviera.com.au

New Model: Heesen 55m YN 17755

Heesen Yachts is proud to announce the delivery of the 55m YN 17755, formerly known as Project Alida. Her new Owners christened her Laurentia.  Heesen YN 17755 combines efficiency, performance and style in a design package of 740 GT, with elegant yet muscular clean lines by Omega Architects. This steel-hulled displacement motor yacht sets a new standard in superyacht performance. During the sea trials, which were held in the North Sea at the beginning of August in moderate sea conditions, YN 17755 exceeded her contractual speed and reached a top speed of 16.6 knots. The vessel proved to be highly responsive, accepting steering commands immediately. The use of large rudders in conjunction with a powerful steering unit makes for a very quick reaction, as does the high pitch of the propellers. The overall effect instils great confidence in the captain when maneuvering in strong wind conditions.  For YN 17755 the owner appointed Ramon Alonso at RADYCA, a Miami-based design firm, to create an interior design that promotes luxury, relaxation and entertainment throughout the yacht.  A consistent use of neutral hues is found in open-grain white oak and different tones of wengé, taupe and grey leathers, wool carpets, and light textured suedes. White Arabescato and Grecale brown marble slabs emphasize the purity of the design.The loose furniture was carefully selected from various European and American brands and each piece was customized to fit perfectly and adapt to the interior scheme. Hand-stitched leather panels and accents play in contrast with the light suedes and dark wengé wood in different tones and finishes.  Laurentia is a fantastic new addition to the fast growing Heesen fleet and will turn heads wherever she cruises!

Technical Data:

LOA - 55 m (180ft)

Beam - 9.6 m

Draft - 3.15 m

Displacement - 600 t

Fuel Capacity - 100000 l

Water Capacity - 24000 l

Accommodation - twelve guests in six cabins, 14 crew in 7 cabins

Engines - 2 x 8v4000 M6 1341hp

Propulsion - line shaft with Scaffran five blade fixed pitch propellers

Speed - 16 knots max, 13 knots cruse

Range - 4500 nm at 13 knots

Hull Shape - round bilge fast displacement

Construction - steel hull aluminium super structure

Project - Omega architects exterior, Van Oossanen naval architecture, Ramon Alonso interior

Certification - Lloyds 100A1 SSC Yacht 1 LMC Large Commercial Yacht Code LY3  

www.heesenyachts.com

Project: Overmarine Mangusta 45 GranSport

Since a few years Overmarine Mangusta have been expanding into new type of yachts and while its core market remains that of the big hard top super sport yachts which made its name famous, the 2016 first launch of the 42 Oceano, and the introduction of the new GranSport range shows a more diversified future for the Viareggio yacht builder.  This project of the new 45 GranSport is a design to Alberto Mancini who is both responsible for the interior and exterior lines.  In the 45 GranSport Mancini presented a hybrid type super sport yacht with a semi wide body area forward, and a beach club to aft.  Guest accommodation will be for six double cabins, while crew space is for seven persons.  To be build of aluminium, the 45 GranSport which was first shown as a 44 project model earlier this year will be powered by twin 2600hp MTU engines, which should allow for speeds up to 26 knots, and a cruise of 20 knots.  Range at cruise is for 1000 nautical miles, or slow down to 11 knots and this increases to 3000 nm.  

www.mangustayachts.com