New Model: Beneteau Gran Turismo 32

Beneteau present the new Gran Turismo 32 model, a versatile hard top sport cruiser just under ten meters designed by Andreani. The Beneteau Gran Turismo 32 is full of innovation from its asymmetric layout to port side which features a deep walk around side deck, to the full beam design of the coach roof, and the choice of outboard power. Down below is where the Gran Turismo 32 follows traditional layout design for a forward U-shaped dinette which transforms to a double berth, galley to port side with shower head opposite, and midships double berth second cabin. The Beneteau Gran Turismo 32 is standard powered by twin Mercruiser 250hp in gas petrol, or optional 300hp, and diesel choices of 230hp and 300hp with stern drive propulsion. Outboard power choice is for twin engines up to 700hp.

Technical Data: 

LOA - 9.95 m (32.8ft)

Hull Length - 9.6 m

Beam - 3.35 m

Draft - 1.30 m (with drives down)

Displacement - 6148 kg (inboard version)

Fuel Capacity - 2 x 360 l (inboard version)

Water Capacity - 160 l

Max Persons - 8 or 11

Accommodation - four berths

Engines - 2 x Mercruiser 4.5l V6 250hp, 6.2l V8 300hp, Diesel 3L V6 230hp, 3L V6 300hp

Propulsion - Mercruiser Bravo Three stern drive, outboards

Hull Shape - modified Vee with AirStep

Construction - polyester resin with balsa sandwich

Project - Andreanni, Style and Design, Beneteau, Hull shape R.L Jeantet / P. Tableau / M. Tronquez

Certification - CE B8 C11

www.beneteau.com

Project: Mimi Libeccio 13.5

Mimi present the project for a new flagship the Libeccio 13.5.  Libeccio meaning for South West wind, this new traditional Gozzo Italian fishing boat inspired cabin cruiser will offer a fully enclosed hard top on the main deck with patio door or without.  Down below will be an accommodation for two or three cabins, with an owners cabin forward, and a second cabin with twin berths.  An option exist for a third cabin, which replaces a lower deck saloon, or a second galley.  The Mimi Libeccio 13.5 will be powered by twin 370hp engines in line shaft propulsion with thirty knots top speeds being estimated.

www.gozzimimi.it

New Model: Tornado T-Rib 48

In a private ceremony on 17 October in its premises Tornado presented its new ground breaking T-Rib 48 model.  This is Tornado reinvented, but also a rib cruiser of fourteen meters in length with an innovative design stance thanks to the split level deck. Thanks to this design the Tornado apart having a full exterior deck measuring fourteen meters and usable from fore to aft, adds inside space.  The Tornado T-Rib 48 is offered in a two cabins two heads layout, with a unique stance to the forward master cabin which makes you feel thanks to the large view windows as though you are gliding on the sea.  Customisation has always been part of Tornado's language, this can be seen with the different versions of its most popular 38 model which have been made over the years, and the T-Rib 48 continues this being offered in seven different interior cabin layouts to choose from.  The Tornado T-Rib 48 is standard powered with diesel stern drive engines, but an option of larger twin 450hp diesel engines with surface drives is possible.  Also following recent trends for outboard the T-Rib 48 is also offered in this set up from twin 350hp engines up to a triple 300hp choice. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 14.20 m (46.7ft)

Beam - 4.50 m

Displacement - 9500 kg

Fuel Capacity - 1500 l

Water Capacity - 300 l

Max Persons - 12

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins

Engines - 2 x 350hp, up to twin 450hp in surface drives possible

Propulsion - sterndrives, surface drives, or outboards

Certification - CE B

www.tornadoyachts.it

Project: Maxi Dolphin MD70 Power

Maxi Dolphin, the Italian shipyard founded in 1987 and managed by MD Technologies since 2016, is working on the construction for a new MD70, flagship for its MD Power line. The MD70 Power is a fast, luxury cruiser designed by the in-house Design Office together with Rogantin Studio in charge of the hull, and with Advanced Mechanical Solutions as far as structures are concerned.  Hull and deck are built using Maxi Dolphin’s signature technologies with pre-preg glass, carbon fibre, epoxy, vacuum laminated and post cured in the shipyard’s 40-meter oven. Interiors are lightweight and built in Nomex sandwich and pre-preg linen. The variable geometry hull was developed by CFD, focusing on the best sailing trim and seaworthiness. Propulsion is guaranteed by two Kamewa water jets and two MAN 1300hp, allowing for 40 knots and 37 knots of maximum and cruising speed respectively. The first MD70 Power is intended to act as a support boat for a super yacht, with a special interiors layout with an owner’s suite, a large living room complete with galley, an ample bathroom and a cabin accommodating two crew members. The boat’s deck plan also has a special configuration, while the standard Cruising version, in addition to the several Maxi Dolphin’s typical tailored interior solutions, features a deck plan aiming at living in close contact with the sea. The Cruising version also features a large sundeck aft of the cockpit, which is connected to an Opacmare’s platform. Forward there is a real living room with table and dinette, as well as a second sundeck.  The delivery of the new MD70 Power, which joins the other two models of the Maxi Dolphin’s Power range, the MD51 and the MD53, is scheduled for the 2021 summer.

www.maxidolphin.it

New Launch: Feadship 72.85m Hull. 705

Feadship hull. 705 titled m/y Podium was commissioned by a repeat client who has built with the famous Dutch super yacht builder before and was delighted with both the experience of creating a Feadship as well as the many years of enjoyment that have followed.  Onlooker eyes will be instantly drawn to the beautiful combination of a dark blue hull, white superstructure and a continuous band of glass which is flush to the exterior. Striking glass railings with a teak cap rail offers another visual treat, along with a wealth of stainless steel and high gloss eucalyptus details.

Technical Data:

LOA - 72.85 m (240ft)

Beam - 12.85 m

Draft - 3.65 m

Displacement - 1850 gross tonnage

Fuel Capacity - 184650 l

Water Capacity - 36600 l

Engines - 2 x MTU 16V4000 M63R 2574hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - sixteen knots max fourteen knots cruise

Hull Shape - Displacement

Construction - steel hull aluminium super structure

Project - RWD exterior and interior, Feadship De Voogt naval architecture

Certification - Lloyds

www.feadship.nl

Project: Wim Van Der Valk 34M Explorer

Wim Van der Valk has started work on a fantastic custom-designed and built 34-metre Explorer. This all-aluminium tri-deck super yacht has been ordered by repeat clients who’ve returned to the Dutch yard to leverage on the expertise acquired during their previous project and blend that with the rest of their exceptional superyacht building experience. Due for delivery in December 2021, the new project is taking into account every stage of life. The yacht will be completely wheelchair-friendly with a lift for easy access between the decks and all floors being level with no protrusions or steps. High ceilings will enhance a spacious feel generated by giant windows that offer panoramic views and emphasise the family’s love of living close to the water. Impressive accommodations for up to ten guests include a VIP stateroom on the bridge deck, a balcony and an aft terrace. The owner’s stateroom with office is located on the lower deck, which is also home to two double suites in the bow and a single suite. The main deck includes a dining area bathed in natural light and large open saloon. Despite the care paid to the interior, the focal point of the design of the yacht and social life of those onboard will likely be the aft entertainment area. This large open space will have a real wow factor with its clean deck, cool zones for relaxation and dining, bar and swim platform. As you’d expect from a custom build of this sophistication, an enormous amount of work has also gone into the design, engineering and performance. The hull features a wave piercing bow and a performance-enhancing Hull Vane appendage. Twin SeaKeeper gyro stabilisers and a Humphree electric fin stabilising system will combine to provide comfort across the range from zero speed to sailing in rough seas. To ensure these and many other bespoke wishes are met, Van der Valk and the owner’s team from YachtCreators are working in close partnership with Guido de Groot Yacht Design, Ginton Naval Architects, Diana Yacht Design and Hull Vane BV. 

www.vandervalkshipyard.com

New Model: Sanlorenzo SX112

During the 2020 Genoa boat Sanlorenzo presented the new SX112.  With 34 meters of length, SX112 is the new flagship of the innovative SX crossover line, the first in the world of yachting, launched in 2017 by Sanlorenzo and result of the synthesis between the classic motor yacht with flying bridge and the Explorer type. An “intelligent” proposal where style, flexibility and functional quality come together in a shared language.  SX112 represents the consolidation of a path that began with the SX88, first, and then the SX76, a challenge that continues and is enhanced by new contents, proposing a new way of living on the sea: the barriers on board are eliminated, and the boat opens to the outside, in a close relationship with the marine context.  The design of the new model has been assigned, for the external lines, to the creativity of Bernardo Zuccon, of Studio Zuccon International Project, who has concentrated on reinforcing the “family feeling” of the range, bringing out certain linguistic choices such as the balance of the volumes and the fluid forms, and to Piero Lissoni, art director of the company since 2018, for the interiors of the first unit, who has focused on the subdivision of the internal spaces, in constant dialogue with their outdoor counterparts.  In line with the concept developed for the other models, the main deck has been organized as an open space, to maximize the relationship with outdoor spaces.  The focal point of the project is the new stern zone, which undoubtedly represents the most iconic area of the yacht, a choice that generates new suggestions and habitat perspectives based on an idea of the architect Luca Santella, creator of the concept of the innovative SX crossover line. A refinement and evolution of the design of SX88, the new model offers a spacious beach area of about 90 sqm, expandable thanks to folding terraces, composed of an internal zone with fitness area directly connected to the outside by means of large sliding glass doors that permit the owners to utilize the spaces in an unprecedented way, maximizing the indoor-outdoor relationship.

Technical Data:

LOA - 34.16 m (112.3ft)

Beam - 8 m

Draft - 1.49 m

Displacement - 138 t 

Fuel Capacity - 18800 l

Water Capacity - 2200 l

Accommodation - ten guests in five cabins, five crew in three cabins

Engines - 4 x Volvo D13 1000hp

Propulsion - quadruple Volvo IPS1350 forward looking pod drives

Speed - 23 knots max 20 knots cruise

Hull Shape - semi displacement

Project - Bernardo Zuccon exterior, Piero Lissoni interior, Luca Santella concept  

www.sanlorenzoyacht.com

Improve-it = Wajer 38

The Wajer 38 have undergone a significant aesthetic and practical upgrade compared to the first generation model. The new edgy design has sleeker lines, which are pronounced in the transom, the carbon window frames and black powder coated air vents.  The new 38 have new suspended Wajer bucket seats, special in-house design, and fully upgraded materials with lots of carbon and Permateek. They are fitted with Volvo 480hp new engines in combination with DPS.  As you may expect from Wajer, most enhancements are a direct result of current customer experience and feedback. For instance, the more pronounced rub rails, integrated Seabob storage, new integrated swim platform with concealed swimming ladder, more comfortable lounge cushions with special stitching and a Garmin screen for full control.  Next to the aesthetic improvements, the Wajer 38 is being tested with foil assist. The brand-new adaption of foil technology ensures a totally different sailing experience, meaning less slamming, enhanced comfort and better performance. The foil aid is placed amidships on the hull and literally lifts the boat, greatly improving comfort and reducing fuel consumption, while still reaching top speed. Preliminary technical research also has shown that the foil assist reduces fuel consumption with 10-20%, while maximum speed increases with 3-6% at equal power.

www.wajer.com

New Model: Summit 54

Kadey-Krogen renowned for its trawler explorer cruisers and yachts from 44 to seventy feet enters the World of planning motor yachts with the Summit 54. A design of Michael Peters from top to bottom with interior by Espinosa, the Summit 54 presents itself a comfortable flybridge motor yacht, with American looks and finishing, influenced by latest European trends.  Below deck the Summit 54 offers a three double cabins layout with full beam master cabin, forward VIP suite and a bunk twin berth cabin to starboard.  Living is a split level layout with a large astern L-shaped galley to starboard.  Exterior spaces are abundant and owners will appreciated the easy full walk around deck movement, which makes you think you are on a bigger to a seventeen meter yacht.  The Summit 54 is powered by twin Cummins 550hp engines which give her max speed up to 25 knots.  Like all Kadey-Krogen since 25 years she is built by Asia Harbor Yachts in Taiwan. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 17.83 m (58.5ft)

Beam - 4.6 m

Draft - 1.09 m

Displacement - 25129 kg

Fuel Capacity - 2839 l

Water Capacity - 814 l

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

Engines - 2 x Cummins QSB6.7 550hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 25 knots max, 23 knots fast cruise, 9 knots long range 

Range - 330 nm at 23 knots, 606 nm at 9 knots

Hull Shape - planning

Project - Michael Peters exterior and naval architecture, Espinosa interior, Katie Astra decor

www.summitmotoryachts.com

Project: Austin Parker 44 Ibiza WA

Austin Parker present the project for the 44 Ibiza WA project, a sport cruiser shaped for those seeking outdoor comfort and convenience combined with all the indoor amenities required for day trips or medium-range cruising. The design is attractive, rational and modern: details such as the small side door for easier access from the quay, the comfortable seats in the bows, the large cockpit-living area, the tender garage and the central console all reflect the meticulous originality of this yacht’s design, by architect Fulvio De Simoni. The Austin Parker 44 Ibiza WA is also versative inside with two different layouts available both sleeping four, but an option to have a U-shaped dinette forward or an island double berth. The Austin Parker 44 Ibiza WA is available with three propulsion set ups; outboard, Volvo IPS, and or classic line shaft. Of the data provided the Volvo twin 480hp IPS set up is the fastest with speeds up to 37 knots announced, while twin Cummins 550hp on line shafts deliver up to 32 knots. No outboard data is provided but expect the version with triple engines to be the fastest.

www.austinparker.com