INBUILD ~ Casa 38 T-Top Part 4 of 5

The building journey of the Casa 38 T-Top continues, with the build of this fully made to order and to a customers request unit now coming into its final details.  In the above picture we are seeing the finishing touches of the Casa 38 T-Top forward master cabin with the twelve volts cabling and air ducts being completed.  Unlike most modern center console interiors who are for the most part finished in fiberglass with a little bit woods added to cabins and cabinet doors, the owner of the Casa 38 T-Top decided to go for a conservative interior fully filled with the warmth of wood and light colored white leather details. 

www.cantiericasa.it

Web: Sea Force IX New Web Site

Sea Force IX a custom sport fish yacht builder presents its new website.  Sea Force IX is founded and still managed by Ron Rookstool, who started his water boating life at fifteen years old, in the North East part of the Atlantic ocean.  After 25 years of experience and a rebuild of a Rybovich 37 Captain Ron 'Rook' Rookstool founds Sea Force IX.  Sea Force IX is currently located in Palmetto, Florida and offers seventeen custom build to order sportfish cruisers and yachts from 41 to 131 feet long divided into four ranges; Performance Sport Fishing Yachts, Luxury Performance Sport Yachts, Performance Sport Outboard, and Luxury Performance Skybridge Sport Yachts.  Sea Force IX new website takes you around with the following buttons; Home, About Us, News, The Fleet, Commercial Division, Services, Galley, and Contact.  Sea Force IX is also on social media with a button on the right corner of the screen taking you to its Facebook page.

www.seaforceix.com

Project: Cerri 123 Dom

Cerri Cantieri Navali shipyard based in Avenza, presented at the Versilia Yachting Rendez Vous held in Viareggio from 10th to 13th May the latest project signed Stefano Vafiadis; the Dom 123. First of a new line of boats called Dom from latin Domus, which translates to home, this 37 meters, designed by Stefano Vafiadis is born to cruise both with comfort and style. The design was driven by the desires and needs of a modern and young yacht owner, thinking also about lifestyle. The Dom 123 is characterized by an aluminum semi-displacement hull and can reach a maximum speed of 21 knots and a cruising speed of 18 knots, thanks to two MTU engines of 2600hp each. The hull, tested at the Brodarsky Institute of Zagreb, presents a forward bulb designed to optimize the performance of navigability and efficiency at a 12 knots economical cruising speed, ensuring a range of 3000 nautical miles. In addition, the chosen beam of 8.70 m allows large internal volumes, providing at the same time high stability in all sea conditions. The layout of the super yacht can accommodate four or five cabins in the lower deck. In the latter case, the main deck is dedicated to the owner's cabin only, offering a ten or twelve guests option. The four cabins layout hosts two wide body VIP cabins on the aft side and the fore side of the compartment and two convertible twins (or doubles) amidship. The owner's cabin is on the main deck and has two wonderful side windows (floor to ceiling) that ensure spectacular sea views and plenty of light inside the accommodation. The interiors are very spacious as well. The two salons offer lot of space: the one on the main deck is more formal and hosts a dining room for ten people, twelve if requested, with a central living room arrangement. On the upper deck we find a sky lounge that can become a cinema room. Going outside through the sliding windows that can open completely, there is a spectacular and panoramic external dining area with a round table, always available for 10/12 guests. The service is ensured by full size pantries on the main and upper deck, plus a professional galley on the main deck. The captain’s cabin is on the upper deck while the rest of the crew is located on the lower deck, where there is also a crew mess and a laundry. The external spaces are vast and cozy, designed both for parties or relax. The aft peak on the main deck offers a nice seating area with table, ideal for informal dining. The external dining area is on the upper deck; here you can find a comfortable conversation area with a C-shaped sofa perfect to enjoy the view. The flybridge is very large and offers a modern squared jacuzzi with details and chromed railings, served by a central staircase. The tender garage is functional and separated from the beach club. The beach club has a very wide platform that covers the complete height of the stern when closed, offering while horizontal, a very large livable area and a great opening. Everything is perfectly equipped and studied to be on the water in full comfort, and to enjoy the most of the sea. The length of the tender is six meters and in the foredeck area we find further a jet ski with a crane and space for toys.

www.cerricantierinavali.it

Vincenzo Catarsi 1932 - 2018

Vincenzo Catarsi died on 14 June at the hospital in Livorno in the palliative care department, assisted by his daughter Federica who worked to the last moment. All the citizens of Vada, Province of Livorno in Italy but also many other people who knew him mourn his death because Vincenzo was a well known character for the various entrepreneurial activities, for the talent and for the good nature and ironic character at the same time. From June 5 last year he fought against a disease that did not escape him.  Catarsi had gained great popularity especially for two events that marked his life. The first was dated in the fifties when he created and began to conduct the "La Barcaccina" dancing restaurant on the beach of Vada. Together with his father Romolo and his uncles, Autilio and Bruno, all expert fishermen, contributed to the great success of this place. The restaurant was booming. After 10 pm the environment was transformed into a ballroom. The famous "Les Optimistes" group from Livorno came up on the podium and there were frequent evenings where the best jazz musicians could be heard, as Chet Baker with his fantastic trumpet, the duo Gianni Basso (saxophone) and Oscar Valdambrini (trumpet), the pianist Romano Mussolini and the trumpet player Nini Rosso, known for his virtuosity. The performances of artists such as the singers Nicola Arigliano, Achille Togliani, Tony Renis, Joe Sentieri and the unsurpassed imitator Alighiero Noschese are also very applauded.  In those years "La Barcaccina" was able to compete even with the great clubs of the Versilia. Many customers who attended the meeting were really famous as Bice Valori and Paolo Panelli often accompanied by Flora Carabella and Marcello Mastroianni.  There was also a young Ermanno Olmi destined to become one of the greatest directors of Italian cinema. But since Vincenzo had not forgotten his family's maritime origins, the second major event of his life was linked to the creation, planning and construction of the "Calafuria" which was born in 1971. This seven meter long boat, presented at the Genoa Boat Show, conquered an important place in the difficult world of the national shipbuilding industry and beyond. In fact, the "Calafuria" became a historical mark in the rise of the important nautical names of the period. To this first hull followed many others different for the length and for the use to which they were destined. Some were "Calafuria" open, other cabins and even semi-cabins. Vincenzo, born in 1932, after the high school he enrolled at the faculty of engineering.  Catarsi had ceased his activity by retiring in 2010. Vincenzo Catarsi leaves his daughter Federica, and his wife Carla. 

New Model: Cantiere Delle Marche 105 Acciaio

Cantiere delle Marche is proud to announce the successful launching of the Acciaio 105, christened M/Y Gatto on the 17th of May 2018. Her delivery is planned for later in the summer. Responsible for the exterior design as well as naval architecture is Hydro Tec who has given Acciaio 105 a bold yet contemporary exterior accompanied with traditional fresh interior style by Francesco Guida Design.  With this model Cantiere delle Marche proves, once more, its flexibility and knowledge of the market. Acciaio 105 is also a testimony to the excellent cooperation between all parts involved in her construction. Ultimately, CdM's team, excellent craftsmen included, proved the yard's capacity to meet an exacting brief on time.  Having experienced the behavior of the Darwin 107 Storm into a real storm wind blowing at 40 knots and more than 3-metre swells the owner was attracted by the benefits of a robust and reliable explorer hull, yet asked both yard and designers for softer and more contemporary lines. Thanks to her strong yet gentle lines, Acciaio 105 crosses indeed the ineffable border between sturdiness and robustness.  Acciaio 105's design combines beautiful lines with a contemporary flair. Private exterior decks create the perfect retreat for the guests while generous interior spaces host both social and private areas for ten guests pampered by a crew of six. The interiors designed by Francesco Guida are the result of a true collaboration among the designer, the owner and the yard as they negotiated around structural constraints to achieve the best possible result. By boldly mixing dark and bright colours and cleverly contrasting materials, Guida breathed life into M/Y Gatto's interiors.  With a transatlantic range of 4500 nm at the economic speed of 10 knots, top speed is 13 knots, which is particularly outstanding given that it is achieved with just two Caterpillar engines 670hp each relatively small engines for a yacht of her size and displacement.  Thanks to her well-engineered steel hull with bulbous bow, Acciaio 105 will ensure a smooth path through water, and will be the perfect home away from home in all sea conditions. Acciaio 105's Owner, who is extremely pleased with the outcome, is looking forward to enjoying his yacht on her maiden voyage.

Technical Data:

LOA - 32 m (104.9ft)

Waterleine Length - 28.9 m at full load

Beam - 7.55 m

Displacement - 257 t full load

Fuel Capacity - 45000 l

Water Capacity - 6400 l

Accommodation - ten guests in five cabins, six crew in there cabins

Engines - 2 x Cats C18 670hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 13 knots max, 11 knots cruise, 10 knots economic

Range - 4500 nm at 10 knots

Project - Sergio Cutolo Hdyrotec naval architecture and exterior, Francesco Guida interior

www.cantieredellemarche.it

Project: Nimbus W9

The new Nimbus Weekender 9 is a nine meter weekend boat for social activities with overnight accommodation for two three persons. The W9 is loaded with Nimbus DNA and design elements from historical models of the Swedish boat builder. The similarities with the iconic 26 DC are evident while there are many goodies from 21 DC, 32 DC, Max II, R series and the 305 Drophead.  Nimbus has chosen to meticulously improve design, functionality, safety and comfort for all on board. Weekender 9 can be fitted with inboard or outboard engine.  The inboard version shown above is to follow the outboard variants as presented in the fall of 2017, and is powered by single Volvo diesel up to 220hp and or petrol gas till 350hp.

www.nimbus.se

New Model: Hampton 650

The new Hampton 650 has garnered the attention of those who have admired the company’s pilothouse cruiser series, but found the 700 and retired 680 with a bit more yacht than they needed and wanted a little more room that the 590 model. The Hampton 650 with all its great features such as the covered side and aft decks, the full beam owner’s suite and the spectacular open salon and pilothouse arrangement combine to make it a great destination place where family and friends can join together for some great cruising and relaxation.

Technical Data:

LOA - 20.88 m (68.6ft)

Hull Length - 19.81 m

Beam - 5.38 m

Draft - 1.57 m

Displacement - 38555 kg

Fuel Capacity - 4542 l

Water Capacity - 1514 l

Accommodation - six berths in three cabins, optional crew cabin berth aft

Engnies - 2 x Cats C18 1136hp

Propulsion - line shaft with twin disc transmission 

Hull Shape - split chine planning hull shape with propeller tunnels

Construction - hand laid sold fiberglass with Cymax mats five layers of Vinilester resin, deck in Divinycell core

www.hamptonyachts.com

Project: Tornado 50S

During the Versilia Yachting Festival, Tornado yachts sold the first unit of the Tornado 50 S.  This Tornado project is the new edition and a further development of the original 50 as launched in 2010 and designed by Francesco Guida.  Similar in looks to the previous version the 50 S will feature some important differences most of which will be the higher position windscreen, teak inserts on the main deck with a protective side walk passageway.  Since the seventies Tornado has based its success on inspiring itself to the original American sport cruiser, with huge influence by the Magnum models of the period.

www.tornadoyachts.it

New Model: Riviera 395 SUV

Australia's most awarded luxury motor yacht builder, Riviera, has World Premiered the company’s first new under forty feet model in nearly a decade, the sporty and adventurous 395 SUV.  Unveiled at the opening of the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, the 395 SUV displays a contemporary elegance, from her entirely new hull and deck design with feature hull windows to European-inspired fabrics and cabinetry throughout.  The new 395 SUV offers two generous staterooms and a large bathroom on the accommodation lower deck, a spacious saloon and an open cockpit perfectly designed for relaxing and entertaining or for a raft of water sports.  Riviera's 395 SUV comes powered with twin Volvo 370hp engines and forward looking dual propeller IPS pod drive units.

Technical Data:

LOA - 13.27 m (43.6ft)

Hull Length - 12.06 m

Beam - 4.26 m

Draft - 1.13 m

Displacement - 11300 kg dry

Fuel Capacity - 1500 l

Water Capacity - 300 l

Accommodation - five berths in two cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 370hp

Propulsion - Volvo forward looking dual propeller pod drives

Speed - 31 knots max 26 knots cruise

Range - 305 nm at cruise

www.riviera.com.au

Project: Codecasa 55 C123

Codecasa are delighted to announce that they are building a new 55 meters, Hull C123, with delivery scheduled for Summer 2020.  Codecasa C123 will be a four decks fully custom and displacement Yacht with high technical and quality standards.  The yacht exteriors are featured by clean and elegant lines, according to the Codecasa tradition and the its renowned family feeling. The Interiors are comfortable and bright, thanks to the natural light coming from the big windows featured in each deck.  The technical project has been totally developed by the Codecasa in-house team, while the interiors will be designed by the owner’s interior designer in co-operation with the yard style department.  Codecasa 55 C123 is to be powered by twin Caterpillar 2365hp engines which will give a maximum speed of seventeen knots at light displacement.

www.codecasayachts.com