Project: Robertson and Caine Leopard 46 Powercat

The Robertson and Caine Leopard 46 Powercat was designed with one goal in mind, to provide pure comfort and performance compared to the best of its competitors. The Leopard 46 Powercat stands proudly as the second in a new range of power catamarans that have benefited from almost thirty years of accumulated design experience, as well as an injection of new thinking following the footsteps of the award-winning 53 Powercat. The new Leopard 46 Powercat brings you all the style, luxury, outdoor living spaces, and home-away-from-home accommodations and comfort of her big sister. Accommodations have been enhanced to make you feel at-home with new soft furnishings, very comfortable beds and great use of space.  The Leopard 46 Powercat is available with two layouts; offering three or four cabins lower deck layouts.  The three cabins layout offers a master stateroom on the starboard hull, while the four cabins version offers identical cabins in both hulls.  The Leopard 46 Powercat is to be powered by standard twin 205hp engines, with options going up to 370hp. Estimate speeds with the optional twin engines choice of 370hp is up to 25 knots.

www.robertsonandcaine.com

New Model: Steeler 57 S Performance

Steeler has in Summer 2021 launched its new 57 S Performance model.  Measuring at seventeen meters in length this new Steeler 57 S Performance is built in aluminium and was build for an Austrian customer, with the yacht set to reside in Lake Bodensee.  The 57 S Performance features a fully enclosed hard-top which fully opens up thanks to a pivoting window with entrance door clearance, and hard top.  Powered by twin Volvo 600hp the Steeler 57 S Performance reached cruising speeds of 27 knots. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 17.20 m (56.4ft)

Beam - 4.95 m

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D8 600hp

Propulsion - Volvo forward looking IPS pod drives

Speed - 30 knots max 27 knots cruise

Hull Shape - Steeler performance S-line

Construction - aluminium 

Certification - CE A

www.steeleryachts.com

VZ Yachts New Web Site

Italian motor yacht builder VZ presents its new virtual web showroom. VZ is founded by Gianni Vizianello who in the mid fifties starts to get his naval work experience for many of the boat building and repair shops around Venice. In the early seventies Gianni Vizianello builds around seventy boats from eleven to fifteen meters in length for IAG Nautica in Venice.  After this experience Vizianello decides to open on his own and founds VZ in the mid seventies, in the start it is with wooden built boats, before moving its production to fibreglass technology in the eighties. When VZ changes to fibreglass construction it was never about a fully automated production method, but more a way to increase quality, building by hand and to order in a semi custom approach. In the nineties VZ is sold to a group of investors who expand the name till the recession of 2009 hits home and bankrupts the company in 2012.  VZ reopens in 2018 with a group of investors from Veneto. A turning point in VZ history was in 1993 when launching the sixty feet plus flagship 18 model, one of the first designs by Venice architects duo Nuvolari Lenard who with this model created a success, not made bigger only cause of the waiting list and limited production numbers of three to five boats a year VZ could produce at the time. Stopped in production in 2006 the semi-custom VZ 18 is today considered a classic in its size and style for Mediterranean flybridge Motor Yacht types.  Currently VZ offers a three model line up; 56, 64, and the 68 flagship model.  A custom line 72 model is reported under construction. Previous to its closure in 2012 VZ had in 2011 launched a new 65 evolution of the 18 and 64, and presented a 58 model project in replacement to the 56. VZ new website is only available in Italian and takes you around with the following buttons; Chi Siamo (about us), Il Cantiere (the boat yard), Servizi (services), Le Barche (our boats), Il Nosto Usato (our used boats), Custom Line, and Contatti (Contacts).

www.vzyachts.com

Production History;

38 Sport 1986-90 

38 Fly 1986-88

44 Fly 1987-89

34 Sport 1987-91

40 Fly 1989-91

45 Fly 1989-92

48 Fly 1987-89 *46 Fly project

50 Fly 1990-95

18 1993-05

16/56 2003/06-12

20/68 2004/06-12

64 2006-12

New Launch: Van Der Valk 28.50m Hull no. WV0122

Following on from the 25-metre Dutch Falcon and the 37-metre Santa Maria T, Van der Valk launch this third yacht in the Explorer range, a 28-metre super yacht with a raised pilothouse.  A project of Guido de Groot for exterior styling, and Ginton responsible for naval architecture the Van der Valk 28.50m Explorer is built entirely in strong lightweight aluminium and sporting a fast displacement hull, her twin Man 1650hp engines give a top speed up to 21 knots. At the same time, a Veem VG145 zero-speed gyroscopic stabiliser system and two 32 kW Northern Lights generators ensure onboard comfort at all times for owners and guests.  Van der Valk 28m Explorer features five guest cabins layout including an owners stateroom on the main deck.  Crew space located aft will include a mess with small galley and two cabins with heads sleeping four.

Technical Data:

LOA - 28.50 m (93.5ft)

Waterline Length - 26.1 m

Beam - 7.20 m

Draft - 1.8 m

Displacement - 144 t

Fuel Capacity - 22000 l

Water Capacity - 4000 l

Accommodation - ten guests in five cabins, four guests in two cabins

Engines - 2 x Man V12 1650hp

Propulsion - line shaft with Veemstar five blade propellers

Speed - 20 knots max 17 knots cruise

Hull Shape - round bilge fast displacement

Construction - aluminium 4.5mn H321 for hull, H111 for super structure

Project - Guido de Groot interior and exterior, Ginton for naval arhitecture

Certification - Rina Cross of Malta, Mach Y class 

www.vandervalkshipyard.com

Project: Dynamiq GTT 160

Dynamiq presents the revolutionary GTT 160 project, designed by Van Ossannen responsible for naval architecture and interior by Claudio Pironi.  The avant-garde, all-aluminium 49.5-metre super sport yacht represents what Dynamiq thinks is essential for modern superyachts; cool looking, efficient, and focused on a healthy lifestyle. The GTT 160 is aimed at today’s active owners who can’t imagine their holidays without gourmet cuisine, sport, and well-being. It’s a yacht for owners who like to spend most of their time on deck, in the open air and close to the water, as well as those who want to experience different destinations or cross the Atlantic quickly to enjoy endless summers in the Med and Caribbean on a more manageable and economical size of yacht. The GTT 160 minimalist interiors by Claudio Pironi, will offer a six stateroom layout, with four crew cabins sleeping eight.  Standard power comes from twin Man 730hp, with the optional S version taking power up to twin Man 1800hp.  Standard power speed is seventeen knots, while the optional power choice takes this up to 23 knots. 

www.bedynamiq.com

New Model: Riva 68 Diable

Riva present the new 68 Diable a twenty meter open sport yacht based on the hull lines of the 66 Ribelle, with a distinctive style only the Lake Iseo builder knows how to put pen to paper to fiberglass and extreme high detailing. After a pause of thirty years the Diable is back, the original 50 Diable was released in 1984 and for a year it was Riva sport boat yacht flagship surpassed by the 60 Black Corsair in 1985.  Produced till 1989 31 Riva 50 Diable were made in a production run spanning five years, with the model replaced and developing in the 51 Turbo Rosso in 1989.  The new 68 Diable comes again from a design of Mauro Micheli and Sergio Beretta of Officina Italiana, Riva designers since 1991 with Ferretti Group taking care of engineering and naval architecture.  Micheli presented a unique sport yacht with top deck details showing similar larger 76 Bahamas and 88 Florida looks, with the hull lines taking ques from the 2019 launched DolceRiva.  The Riva 68 Diable is an open sport yacht with a fixed carbon fibre hardtop, unfortunately the mechanism of it becoming fully open like bigger Bahamas and Florida models is not available here.  What is available as an optional though is a opening part of the hard-top with a dual mechanism moving backwards and forward. Another option on the main deck is also the Powered Bimini system which covers the aft part shading the sun-pad.  A unique feature of the Riva 68 Diable is its use of all the main deck, with two fore and aft sun bathing areas, and a two lounge areas to fore deck and under the hard-top.  Lower deck accommodation considering the sweet lines of the 68 Diable are also impressive with a three double cabins three head layout, with an owners stateroom located to midships, and a galley and an L-shaped dinette located in between the cabins.  A crew cabin is located aft to starboard side, with a garage to port side.  The Riva 68 Diable is standard powered by twin Man 1550hp and optional 1650hp.

Technical Data:

LOA - 20.67 m (67.8ft)

Hull Length - 20 m

Waterline Length - 16.97 m

Beam - 5.29 m

Draft - 1.78 m

Displacement - 38000 kg unloaded, 45000 kg loaded

Fuel Capacity - 3800 l

Water Capacity - 600 l

Max Persons - sixteen

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

Engines - 2 x Man V12 1650hp, V12 1550hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 40 knots max 34 knots Man 1650hp, 37 knots max 33 cruise Man 1550hp

Project - Mauro Micheli and Sergio Beretta Officina Italiana exterior, Ferretti Group engineering

www.riva-yacht.com

Project: Mimi Libeccio 8.5 Walkaround

Mimi present the project for a new Libeccio 8.5 Walkaround.  Completely redesigned by Valerio Rivellini the new generation 8.5 Walkaround project follows design themes as showed with the 9.5 Walkaround model presented in 2020.  In the Libeccio 8.5 Walkaround, Rivellini redesigns the centre console now added with a modern central T-Top, and inside space, which have been expanded to feature a separate shower head.  The Libeccio 8.5 Walkaround is to be powered by single Yanmar engine of 195hp or optional 250hp with speeds going up to thirty knots with the optional unit.

www.gozzimimi.it

New Model: VanDutch 32

In July 2021 on Lake Garda VanDutch launched its new entry level baby 32 model.  Keeping with the family feeling of the bigger 40, 48 and 55 models, the 32 is a VanDutch inside and out, minimalist clean and uncluttered.  The 32 like all other VanDutch is all about outside, offering an exterior with aft sun-pad, L-shaped settee, and double seat looking forward. Down below the VanDutch 32 offers twin berths and a shower head located forward.  The VanDutch 32 is standard powered by a Volvo 430hp gas petrol engine, with optional engines going to twin 280hp gas petrol, single diesel 380hp, or twin 300hp.

Technical Data:

LOA - 9.81 m (32ft)

Beam - 2.90 m

Draft - 0.91 m

Displacement - 4.5 t

Fuel Capacity - 400 l

Water Capacity - 76 l

Max Persons - eight

Accommodation - two berths

Engines - 1 x Volvo V48 430hp*, Volvo D6 480hp, 2 x Volvo V6 280hp*, D4 300hp *petrol gas

Propulsion - Volvo sterndrive, DPI duo-propeller stern drive for diesel engine 

Construction - composite vacuum infused Vinilester resin

www.vandutch.com

Project: BlueGame BG54

 

BlueGame present the project for a new BG54 project set to launch in 2022.  The BG54 continues the redesign and technical evolution, set in motion with the BGX and the just launched BG72 flagship model.  So in the BG54, the traditional centre console BlueGame line presents improved stern and bow areas in both ergonomics and functionality. The large spaces of the stern offer the possibility of a transformer that can be used both as a launching and hauling system, and as an immersed area. The bow, which is designed to be a unique and extraordinary space for this type of sport yacht, is here perfected with a dinette that converts from a dining to a lounge area.  The cockpit is open all around to offer views, and with Stataglass shielding becomes a protected area in bad weather. The hardtop is equipped with an easier and safer ladder, while the wheelhouse with its reverse windshield offers maximum visibility.  The lower deck in the BG54 will be available in two or three cabins version, main choice of having an owners stateroom at midships or forward, and two cabins at midships.  A single berth crew cabin is located at midships in between the engine-room and the cabin deck.  Bluegame BG54 is to be standard powered by twin Volvo 625hp, and or optional 725hp engines.  Top speed with the large engine option is 36 knots with a fast cruise up to 30 knots.

www.bluegame.it

Improve-it = Horizon E81

Horizon presents hull two for its E81 model featuring a lightly modified exterior profile, enclosed bridge, and custom three stateroom layout.  With a four-stateroom configuration as standard, hull no. two for the E81 has been customized with three staterooms including a full-beam master suite, an office/library, and also features an enclosed sky-lounge configuration. The yacht’s open-plan layout accommodates an expansive salon with a galley and country kitchen outfitted in two-toned white/silver oak with light quartz surfaces and contemporary accents. The spacious deck areas offer two bars with dining, with additional entertaining and lounging on the foredeck.  The second hull of the E81 also features design changes to hull. one, with side winglets dropping from the fly to the main deck, modified glazing on the main deck, and a lower shearline which moves further forward and goes up again aft, this made in order to have better views from the saloon.

www.horizonyacht.com