Improve-It = Fairline F//Line 33

Despite an uncertain 2020 year and testing times across the industry, Fairline is looking forward to the future, by improving and adding details to models to suit the different landscape of important boating markets. For 2020, just a year after its debut the British boat builder presents a new F//Line 33 with twin Mercruiser V8 430hp power, this made to suit better the large North American market. The sporty F//Line 33 is a category-defining dayboat, renowned for its sleek and stylish appearance, its performance and handling, and interesting overnight accommodation for four persons. Debuting for the first time in the US at the Fort Lauderdale 2020 boat show, Fairline showcased this first Mercruiser V8 430hp version of its F//Line 33.  This twin Mercruiser 430hp with stern drive propulsion reaches top speed up to 43 knots.  

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New Model: Evo Yachts R6 Open

During Summer 2020 Evo Yachts launched the R6 Open.  Designed as all Evo Yacht by Valerio Rivellini, this new R6 model distincts itself for being Open, with a streel roll bar replacing the T-hard-top of the standard version.  The result is when viewed from the side the R6 Open looks a sportier craft.  Like the standard R6 the Open features all what is great of the current Evo Yachts flagship including the X-tension system which expands aft deck space by 40%.  The Evo R6 is available in two or three cabins version, with a crew cabin.  Power comes from standard Volvo 625hp or optional 725hp with IPS pod propulsion. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 17.71 m (58.9ft)

Hull Length - 17.6 m

Waterline Length - 15.5 m

Beam - 5.31 m

Draft - 1.20 m

Displacement - 25 t loaded, 21 t dry

Fuel Capacity - 2100 l

Water Capacity - 510 l

Max Persons - 16

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

Engines - 2 x Volvo D11 625hp, D11 725hp

Propulsion - Volvo IPS forward looking dual propeller pod drives

Speed - 36 knots max, 28 knots cruise with Volvo 725hp

Range - 280 nm at cruise

Hull Shape - modified Vee with 16 degrees deadrise aft

Project - Studio Rivellini

Certification - CE A12, B16

www.evoyachts.com

Sarzana Flybridge Motor Cruiser Fire

In the late afternoon of December 14 at around 1700  hours a fire was seen going up in Amelia on the right side of the Magra river.  The fire involved a flybridge motor cruiser of about fourteen meters in length.  Fire extinguishing crews first from Spezia and then from Sarzana went immediately to extinguish the fire, which could also be seen from a afar.  No injuries and further damages have been reported.  

The boat in the fire is a Ferretti 44 Altura S produced from 1989 up to 92.  The Ferretti 44 Altura S in its time became a best seller for its timeless and modern lines, and three double cabins comfortable accommodation.  The model came as a redevelopment of the 44 Altura model launched in 1986 with a redesign of the super structure, and updated interior.  The 44 Altura S was designed by Antioco Pusceddu who designed all the Ferretti models up until 1990.  The Ferretti 44 Altura S sold in around forty units and was at the time only second in sales to the fifty plus sales of the 52 Altura S produced in more or less the same period with a similar design.  The 44 Altura S was replaced by the Giovanni Zuccon designed 45 Altura-145 model in 92.

Project: Cayman F450

Cayman are presenting a project for the F450 a fourteen meter flybridge motor cruiser.  Designed by Modo design the Cayman F450 looks to be very much based on the S450 which re-started the brand in 2017.  Cayman F450 will feature a two double cabins interior, with a full beam owners cabin, and forward VIP cabin.  In between the cabins is also a lower deck saloon, and a galley.  Standard power for the Cayman F450 will come from twin Volvo 380hp and IPS pod propulsion.  Optional 480hp engines will be available.

www.caymanyachts.it

Web: Burger New Web Site

Burger presents its new World wide web virtual showroom. The current Burger company was founded in 1892, with the company founder Henry Branburger starting originally in 1863 building twenty to thirty feet Mackinaw fishing boats on Lake Michigan in Milwaukee following his boat building apprentice which started with Wolf and Davidson shipyard six years earlier. The company flourished in its past, building a lot of wooden vessel during the first World War for the US navy, and in 1938 building the first all welded steel 81 feet schooner. On records and up till today Burger built eighty four navy and military vessels. Burger entered the pleasure market in 1920, but a hit vessel was the still sailing 1940 build 65 Cruiser named Pilgrim, the first flush deck yacht. In 1952 Burger brought another innovation building the first aluminium boat what was a 36 feet cruiser named Virgina. Following this in 1977 will see the launch of Arara at 125 feet who at the day and for a long period was Americas largest alloy built yacht.  Burger largest build to date is the Vripack designed 2008 build 153 Tri-Deck Motor Yacht.  Burger has build yachts designed by; Sparkman and Stephens, J.B. Hargrave, C.Raymond Hunt, Don O'Keefe, Donald L Blount, Cor D. Rover and Luiz de Basto. Currently Burger offers nine projects that go up to the 214 Tri-Deck Motor Yacht.  Burger new web site takes you around with the following buttons; Custom Yacht Building, Our Fleet, Services, Commercial, About, and Contact Us.  Burger is also on social media on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, Twitter, Youtube, and Vimeo with link at the bottom of the page. 

www.burgerboat.com

Project: Benetti Motopanfilo 37M

During a virtual press conference Benetti presented the Motopanfilo 37M, a yacht permeated by immense charm that tips its hat to the 1960s Motopanfilo style epitomised by Benetti, but without any sense of nostalgia or vintage intentions. This model’s evocative and timeless style was described by Francesco Struglia, the designer of the yacht’s exteriors, and Claudio Lazzarini and Carl Pickering from Lazzarini Pickering the firm of architects engaged to design the interiors. Motopanfilo 37M will be a three deck super yacht with accommodation for ten guests in five cabins.  Crew space is for seven in three cabins.  

www.benettiyachts.it

New Model: Alia 27m Atlantico

It is well established that a chase boat must complement the mothership, but Turkey’s Alia Yachts has gone one step further. In delivering the 27m Atlantico, Alia has managed to extend the larger boat by providing a platform that fully matches it in terms of look, quality and function. The complex project fused naval architecture from Lateral with Alia’s shipbuilding know-how, which extended to every element of the interior furnishing.  Build captain and skipper Tolga Han refers candidly to the challenges involved in such an interesting and unique design. First up, the hull needed to be capable of high speeds, so it was designed with a broad beam of 8.35m and three of Volvo’s most powerful 1000hp engines. This makes it possible for Atlantico to plane despite her size. It also gives her responsive handling and a very sea-kindly motion, even in heavy seas. Besides the stability the broad hull imparts under way, two Seakeeper 26 gyro stabilizers keep her steady at rest.  Naturally, the exterior look of the boat reflects that of the 55m mothership, Atlante. She is an aggressive explorer-type yacht, and her distinguished owner therefore required an equally capable looking chase boat. The aluminium hull shares a lighter shade of Atlante’s grey DuPont metallic topcoat system, and features similar circular windows. The angular deckhouse surmounted by a military-looking mast also echoes the mothership. With a light-caulked teak deck, pale-coloured sofas and sun pads and dark, glossy columns in the deckhouse, Atlantico subtly reinterprets the feel of the mothership. But there is no mistaking the serious intent of this 27m yacht. The blend of cool and comfort continues below, where there are two impressive double cabins with large freestanding beds. Gloss white walls contrast firmly with the dark, lavish wood of furniture and bulkhead panelling, all cleverly lit by indirect light. Small details strike you, such as the multiplicity of storage, hidden behind tessellating wooden panels with flush opening mechanisms.  There are all the amenities required of a large yacht, with two sophisticated shower rooms and a very capable crew galley aft, together with accommodation for up to four crew. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 27.32 m (89.4ft)

Hull Length - 23.9 m

Beam - 8.35 m

Draft - 1.20 m

Displacement - 66.6 t light

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins

Engines - 3 x Volvo D13 1000hp

Propulsion - Volvo IPS1350 forward looking pod drives

Speed - thirty knots max 24 knots cruise

Construction - light aluminium 5083 H321

Project - Pastrovich exterior, Lateral naval architecture

Certification - RINA CE B

www.aliayachts.com

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. 

www.beneteau.com

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.

www.baylissboatworks.com

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. 

www.canados.com