December 10, 2020

Project: Beneteau Gran Turismo 41

Beneteau present the project for a new Gran Turismo 41, a renewal in the express sport cruiser line which includes six models from ten to fifteen meters. The goal of the 41 sport cruiser was to build on the legacy of the Gran Turismo 40, well-known for its seaworthiness and beautiful design, while taking the practical features GT line a step further.  The Gran Tursimo 41 stylishly follows in the tradition of her predecessor and focusses on the comfort of guests on board. With her sporty hull and slender unpretentious lines, the Gran Turismo 41 immediately conjures up speed and elegance. This elegance is highlighted by premium trims and know-how, such as metallic grey paint plates reminiscent of luxury cars. The Gran Turismo 41 is designed to win you over, but she is also designed for guests. The purpose of everything on board is to make life easier. A substantial leap forward has been made with regards to practicality and style, in relation to the GT40. This can be seen from the new aft sun bathing area placed at bench height for easier access and creating a real lounge space. The forward sun pad as also undergone specific developments and now offers optional easily reclining backs and a retractable canopy, as well as courtesy lights. Another hallmark of the Gran Turismo 41 is that she is good for entertaining, as can be seen from the large U-shaped cockpit where guests can comfortably converse. In addition, the outdoor galley location makes it easier for everyone to enjoy a good time together. A key feature of the Gran Turismo 41 is the hard top and it is clearly one of Beneteau’s landmark innovations now copied by many. It combines the largest opening possible to enjoy the sun and sea with protection for all onboard. In comparison with the GT 40, the Gran Turismo 41 has extra windows so that the interior is bathed in a greater amount of light. The very large sliding roof, which comes as standard, gives further access to the open air, while offering protection if the need should be felt. The lower deck is ideal for comfortable cruising . Apart from the galley and the head, there are two private cabins, each with beds parallel to the boat’s centreline, offering optimum quality of life on board. The full-beam design combined with opening portholes make these spaces particularly comfortable and pleasant. The interior atmosphere is both modern and relaxing, using grey walnut for its elegance and light. The Gran Turismo 41 benefits from Beneteau Air Step hull launched by the French boat building giant in 2007 with the Monte Carlo 37, to gain efficiency and stability even at sustained speeds. Power for the Gran Turismo 41 comes ftom standard twin Volvo 300hp and optional 380hp with stern-drive propulsion, offering respective peak speeds of 33 and 38 knots, and 23 and 27 cruising. 

December 9, 2020

Improve-It = Bayliss Gameboat 62

This latest custom Bayliss 62, was launched this fall November 2020. Titled Seven she began construction in April 2019, and this sportfish yacht comes from the semi-custom platform Bayliss announced in 2017 called Gameboat, which has favoured a success, with a total of five units being sold; one 60 and four 62.  This fifth hull Gameboat featured a Cool Blue Imron hull color, and as all Bayliss is constructed in cold moulding method; resin, fiberglass, and wood subframe. Her interior offers a three cabins two heads layout. Power for Gameboat number five is from twin MTU 1920hp, which at full load testing reached 46 knots top speed and a 41 cruise.

December 8, 2020

Project: Canados Gladiator 631

Canados Gladiator 631 project was initiated late 2019 with the idea to create the most reliable performance yacht ever with the lowest consumption to Nautical Mile ratio. Canados partnered with Naval Architect Simone Cesati, an expert in high-tech composite construction, and race boat builder. The concept of this sport yacht was focused on creating a model that would reach fifty knots, and offer day boat space with a two or three cabins interior.  The numbers so far put forward by Canados are impressive with a consumption of only 5.5 liters per nautical at 35 knots cruise, coming from twin Volvo 1000hp engines with JDM surface drives.  Canados headlines do not stop here as the Italian marquee is currently building a 431 Gladiator with triple Nanni 1150hp and a top speed of seventy knots.  Canados has thrown the gauntlet, and it feels like the eighties when Italcraft and Alfamarine used to make spades in breaking boating records in performance. 

December 7, 2020

New Model: Paul Mann 63 Hull 140

Paul Mann launch a 63 feet nineteen meters hull number 140, a sportfish yacht with a three cabin interior and two heads.  Taking just over two years to complete the construction of Paul Mann 140 was started in February 2018.  Build in cold moulding with the jig method of wood sub frame and resin glass exterior, 140 offers an interior mixed with two guest cabins, and a forward cabin for the fishing buddies with four berths.  Owners cabins is to starboard with double berth, and private head with enclosed shower enclosure.  Main deck is the usual sportfish layout of galley, dinette and a large welcoming saloon.  As most is not all custom sportfish Paul Mann 140 is a fast performance, reaching top speeds up to 44 knots from Cat 1800hp engines.  
Technical Data:
LOA - 19.20 (63ft)
Beam - 5.61 m
Draft -  1.52 m
Displacement - 41276 kg
Fuel Capacity - 7154 l
Water Capacity - 1336 l
Accommodation - eight berths in four cabins
Engines - 2 x Cat C32 1800hp
Propulsion - line shaft with Twin Disc Gear box and five blade Veem propellers
Speed - 44 knots max 37 knots cruise
Construction - cold moulded in Jig method with Awl Grip exterior 

December 6, 2020

Project: Heesen 60m Project Skyfall

Heesen is delighted to share that the construction of Project SkyFall officially began on October 1 at the shipyard in Oss.  The owner’s representative laid a 450 BC Greek coin on the keel to commemorate the start of the build of this unique yacht, which will be tailored in every detail to suit the owner’s lifestyle.  As a discerning yachtsman with a passion for speed, Skyfall’s owner has long been aware of Heesen’s high-performance heritage, with pioneering fast-yacht projects such as Octopussy making the Dutch shipyard the natural port of call for this ambitious project. It will be the shipyard’s most powerful yacht to date. Using waterjet propulsion on a sportsfishing-oriented superyacht truly resonates with the company DNA.  Dutch designer Frank Laupman of Omega Architects penned the striking profile of this 60-metre motor yacht. An aggressive paint scheme exudes power and speed.  SkyFall will harness 22,000 hp from four MTU engines, driving four Kongsberg waterjets. The outer engines, compliant with the latest Tier III environmental regulations, drive steerable jets, while the centre engines operate fixed units. With less back pressure and a slightly higher power output, the centre engines will be used solely for high speeds. Waterjet drives lower the yacht’s draught to less than three metres and reduce vibration by 40 per cent compared with traditional shafts and propellers.  Thanks to its lightweight aluminium Fast Displacement Hull Form, complete with course fins and interceptor trim plates, SkyFall will reach an extraordinary top speed of 37 knots in light load conditions. Her efficient FDHF hull will also deliver a much smoother, flatter ride compared to a conventional semi-displacement shape, while its extra volume offers plenty of space for equipment and amenities. Three gyro-stabilisers will keep the yacht comfortable at low speeds.  Four suites on the lower deck will accommodate up to ten guests, while the owner has reserved the entire aft section of the bridge deck, with a large aft-facing suite opening onto a private terrace, complete with whirlpool spa and a relaxing seating area.  The main deck features a conversation area and alfresco dining on the aft terrace. Large sliding doors connect the outside with the indoor seating area and a large bar amidships. An elegant formal dining table seats up to twelve guests. Further forward, a media room features a cinema and a games table.  With tenders and a wide range of water toys conveniently stowed in the tender garage, the lazarette in the stern is fitted out as a luxurious beach club, with a wellness area, a ‘fishing cave’ with stowage for 40 rods, and a multi-tiered swim deck.  YN 19959, Project SkyFall, is due for delivery in 2023.

December 5, 2020

New Model: Majesty 175

Gulf Craft is proud to announce the launch of the much-anticipated Majesty 175, the largest composite yacht in production today. The splashing ceremony was held at the Shipyard in the United Arab Emirates and celebrated along with the yacht’s owner, a prominent Emirati businessman. The project has been underway for four years and has garnered much anticipation since the announcement at the Monaco Yacht Show in 2016. Her status as an industry game-changer has piqued the curiosity of yachting professionals and enthusiasts who have been actively awaiting the project’s completion. At a length of 54 meters and a beam of 9.6 meters, the Majesty 175 is Gulf Craft’s largest yacht to date and cements the shipyard’s position as a leader on the global superyacht stage. The yacht’s interior and exterior lines were penned by Cristiano Gatto of Italy, while the naval architecture was provided by Massimo Gregori of the Yankee Delta Studio, who was also responsible for the hull of the shipyard’s Majesty 155. With a gross tonnage of 780, the Majesty 175 offers accommodations for fourteen guests in seven spacious staterooms. The owner’s suite is situated forward of the upper deck allowing dual side access to a 5-meter-long pool with a unique swim-stream feature. There are six large crew cabins as well as a private captain accommodation. Being built to MCA regulations and using advanced composite materials such as carbon fibre and vinyilester, this yacht sets new standards for innovation and technology in the yachting industry. This material advancement allows her to cruise through low draft areas, such as the Caribbean sea, drawing only 2.25 meters of water. She is propelled by two fixed pitch six-blade propellers and is powered by twin heavy duty MTU engines 12V 4000 M63 developing 2011hp each. Her onboard electrical supply comes from a pair of 175 kW Kohler generators and is equipped with two pairs of TRAC fin stabilizers. On completion, the yacht will have a full speed of 16.5 knots. At a cruising speed of 10 knots, she has a range of 4,000 nm, making her a transoceanic vessel. All safety equipment required for a yacht over 500GT has been installed. This includes a SOLAS rescue boat and an emergency generator. The yacht is fitted with an advanced navigation system on a stylish glass bridge console which is integrated with multiple onboard control stations, sensors, and monitors. Majesty 175 is also equipped with ethernet and a Wi-Fi network that integrates into the automation system for controlling audio/video devices, lights, curtains, and blinds. Two satellite antennas of 1m diameter are installed for tracking TV satellites and VSAT satellites for internet connection.
Technical Data:
LOA - 56.4 m (178.4ft)
Beam - 9.62 m
Draft - 2.11 m
Displacement - 503.8 t dry 
Fuel Capacity - 61503 l
Water Capacity - 16719 l
Accommodation - fourteen guests in seven cabins, 
Engines - 2 x MTU 12V4000M83 2011hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - 16 knots max 10 knots cruise
Range - 4000 nm at ten knots cruise
Construction - fiberglass with carbon fiber and Vinilester resin
Project - Christian Gatto exterior and interior, Massimo Gregori Yankee Delta hull design 
Certification - MCA LY3 

December 4, 2020

Project: Sanlorenzo SD118

Despite all circumstances 2020 was very active for Sanlorenzo with three new models launched, and now the famous yacht builder is looking forward, presenting the project of the SD118.  A 35 meter three deck super yacht, the Sanlorenzo SD118 comes from the design of Bernardo and Martina Zuccon, while interiors will be styled by Patricia Urquiola.  For the SD118 Zuccon came with a balanced project, of classic lines in a semi wide body asymmetric design, with modern elements which expand designated entertaining areas.  After presenting the asymmetric feature with the SL line in 2019, the SD118 is the first Semi-Displacement model with this feature for this line which launched in 2007.  The SD118 asymmetries involve the starboard side of the top deck, with the port side of this area having a pathway deck which takes you from stern to bow.  The SD118 will also have transforming features from the stern area which opens to become a beach club, a balcony which opens a terrace to starboard of the main deck, and another balcony opening to port side of the main deck.  The Sanlorenzo SD118 will offer a five double cabins interior, with an owners stateroom located on the forward part of the main deck.  Sanlorenzo SD118 is standard powered by twin MTU 1380hp, with an option for twin Cats 1622hp.  Estimated speeds are for a maximum of nineteen knots and a cruise of eleven knots with the optional larger Cat engines.  Hull one is set to launch in mid 2021 with four Sanlorenzo SD118 reported to have already been sold on plan.        

December 3, 2020

New Model: Mimi Libeccio 11 WA

Mimi present the Libeccio 11 WA, a traditional Gozzo cruiser with an over all length of eleven meters.  The Mimi Libeccio 11 WA surprises for the use of space in a couple of areas; the fore deck opposite lounges, and the garage aft.  This last is also a first for a traditional Gozzo inspired cruiser.  The Mimi Libeccio 11 WA sleeps four inside in an open space; four double berths, midships double berth, shower head to starboard, and a galley to port side.  The exterior is full of transformable spaces usable from fore to aft thanks to the comfortable fully walk-around deck.  A galley is also located at midships under the top.  Power by twin shaft line Yanmar engines of 250hp the Mimi Libeccio 11 WA reaches speeds up to thirty knots. 
Technical Data:
LOA - 11 m (36ft)
Hull Length - 9.94 m
Beam - 3.5 m  
Displacement - 7000 kg
Max Persons - 12
Accommodation - four berths
Engines - 2 x Yanmar 250hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - 30 knots
Certification - CE B

December 2, 2020

Project: Maritimo S55

Maritimo present the project for the new S55, an advanced evolution of technology and design with the iconic features of the S-Series range. Australian built, the S55 sharpened exterior design, extensive entertainment areas and high performance reset the standard for long-range cruising sedan sportr yachts. Maritimo S55 will be a three double motor yacht with a full beam owners room at midships.  Living is all located on the main deck with an astern galley layout, while the aft deck offers a central C-shaped dinette and an L-shaped settee looking backwards.  There will also be a secondary exterior entertainment galley on the bathing platform.  The Maritimo S55 will be standard powered by twin Volvo 670hp engines with line shaft propulsion.  Debut is scheduled for the first half of 2021.

December 1, 2020

Healthy Competition is Finally Here

MTU took the Yachting and Super Yachting World by storm when in 2006 it launched its series 2000 16V M96 2400hp light weight high performance diesel engine, which was later on in 2009 upgraded to 2600hp. This engine has since then dominated the planning motor yacht market from 24 up to 35 meters in length. 

A 35.7 litre engine the MTU 16V became a benchmark for those seeking a light weight and high performance diesel unit.  Since introduced the stakes in the top tier high performance powerful but light marine diesel engine has been dominated by MTU.  Someone thought that the single maker dominion of GM Detroit in the seventies and eighties era, was never to be repeated.  While the MTU dominion is segmented in the bigger sizes, it is still an impressive one, and also it was also a bit disappointing to see none of the other two big diesel engines makers; Caterpillar and Man enter into the fold.

Now after fifteen years of MTU dominion in this segment we are seeing a competitor, with Caterpillar entering this segment with the new Cat C32B, a 32 litre high performance diesel engine which in its first variant is offering 2025hp, with 2200hp and 2400hp variants being in advanced stages to start production.  This will bring some healthy competition to the two thousand plus horse power segment.  

While we are at it another diesel engine manufacturer Man is also reported of being in advanced development to prepare something in the segment.  Man was rumoured to being in an advanced of development to enter into a competition to the MTU 2600hp in 2010/12 but apparently the project which was rumoured to be a 2300/2400hp engine was slowed down, due to the economic crises of the period.