November 10, 2021

New Model: Absolute 48 Coupe

It's been a while since Absolute made a sport cruiser, and  now the Italian boat builder returns in the segment with the fully enclosed but very open when desired 48 Coupe.  While in the last decade Absolute has been all about its flybridge motor yachts between fifteen to twenty meters, the first decade was all about its sport cruisers especially the first generation 41 and 45 models, which scored sale successes even in the very closed British market.  The Absolute 48 Coupe shares hull with the 47 Fly model with the same lower deck layout of three double cabins, with the master room located forward and looking to starboard.  The main deck of the Absolute 48 Coupe is an astern galley layout, with an open stern just as the new 60 Fly which makes the aft deck become an infinity lounge when desired.  But the tricks of the Absolute 48 Coupe do not stop in the infinity aft deck, and continue with the large electric openable windows on the main deck, and the solar panels on the hard top which generate 2 kw of power.  The Absolute 48 Coupe is powered by twin Volvo 480hp with IPS pod drives.
Technical Data:
LOA - 14.90 m (48.9ft)
Beam - 4.52 m
Fuel Capacity - 1600 l
Water Capacity - 530 l
Max Persons - fourteen
Accommodation - six berths in three cabins
Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 480hp
Propulsion - Volvo forward looking IPS 650 dual propeller pod drives
Project - Absolute Research Lab
Certification - CE B

November 9, 2021

Project: WallyPower58

Wally presents the project for the Power58 set to launch in 2022.  At seventeen meters in size the WallyPower58 will offer sociable exteriors, with a transformative aft area which will feature  two opening side bulkheads, and a lowering stern section.  The interior of the WallyPower58 will be of an open plan layout offering a double berth forward, and two lounge settee on entrance.  The WallyPower58 will be triple Volvo engines 550hp powered, or optional 600hp, with IPS pod propulsion.  Estimated top speeds are 36 knots with the standard engines and 38 knots with the optional.

November 8, 2021

New Model: Solaris Power 44 Open

Following the success of the Solaris Power 48 the Italian yacht builder follows it with a new 44 entry level model.  Designed as all Solaris Power by Brunello Acampora, the 44 is similar to the larger 48, offering what the larger sister offer in slight smaller package.  The theme is pure Solaris Power in the 44, a classic inspired modern design full of never ending curves which even by looking at them take you to another dimension. This is a classic centre console walk around re-invented.  Choice and option are also part of the Solaris Power 44, outside an option is to have side opening bulkheads in the area surrounding the dinette, while below one has three lower deck choices.  Two options in the lower deck are about the midship cabin offered in layout A with a double French berth to port side and a sofa, option B offers two twin berths, while layout C offers a dinette forward in replacement of the double berth.  The Solaris Power 44 is standard powered by Volvo 370hp and or optional 440hp and 480hp engines with IPS pod drives.  
Technical Data:
LOA - 13.47 m (44.1ft)
Waterline Length - 11.9 m
Beam - 4.35 m
Draft - 1.03 m
Displacement - 11500 kg light, 14500 kg loaded
Fuel Capacity - 1200 l
Water Capacity - 350 l
Max Persons - twelve
Accommodation - four or five berths in two cabins
Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 370, D6 440hp, D6 480hp
Propulsion - Volvo forward looking dual propeller IPS pod drives
Speed - 33 knots max 22 cruise with 370hp, 36 max 25 cruise with 440hp, 39 max 28 cruse with 480hp
Project - Brunello Acampora Victory design, Solaris Power design team

November 7, 2021

Web: Michael Rybovich New Web Site

Michael Rybovich and Sons presents its new World wide web showroom.  Michael Rybovich and Sons was founded in 2010.  As the surname says Michael is a direct descendant to the Rybovich legacy which was founded in 1919 by Astro-Hungarian immigrant John Senior.  He is infect a third generation Rybovich son of Emil part of the second generation of Rybovich who along with brothers John and Tommy brought so much innovation and created the current sportfishing genre in the mid twentieth century, along with some other innovations as the use of Epoxy and the cold moulding build technique.  Currently Michael who is third generation is being followed by his son Dusty a graduate in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering by the Webb Institute.  Michael Rybovich aims to continue the family legacy and along with New Construction is also offering Service and Repair.  Since starting operation Michael has delivered five custom new boats; from a 64 feet in 2014, to a 78 in 2019, with an 86 feet flagship hull no. 2 launched in 2015 which is so far the largest ever build Rybovich.  Currently Michael Rybovich and Sons is building two new super sportfish yachts a 94 hull no. 6 and an 82.  Michael Rybovich and Sons new website takes you around with the following buttons; Home, New Construction, Service, The Registry, About, Contact, and Boats for Sale.  For those with historical interest an important part of the website is the Registry sections which shows all the hulls build data from 1947 till today and New Construction, Custom Builds section which shows all the builds and in some cases the photos from the Rybovich name from 2014 to today under Michael Rybovich and Sons, from 2010 to 2007 under Rybovich and Sons, from 2006 to 1985 under the Ryco Marine name, and John Rybovich and Sons from 1976 to 1947. Michael Rybovich and Sons is also present in social media with links at the bottom of the page taking you to its Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Linkedin pages.  

November 6, 2021

New Launch: Feadship 55.20m Hull. 704

The first pure custom superyacht for an experienced Northern European owner, Feadship Hull. 704 titled M/Y Somnium was designed by Studio De Voogt with a beautiful interior design from FM Architettura. Her aluminium hull looks the part and was also chosen to enhance efficiency and ensure the shallow drafts required for exploring at will. Once anchored at their destination, the family can access all the benefits of an enclosed tender garage and dedicated dive equipment store. Those who choose to stay on board are equally spoilt for choice on this Feadship 55 meter vast outside decks, which include an exclusive lounge area on the foredeck, a pool with adjustable floor and counterflow on the aft deck and an inviting Jacuzzi island on the sun deck. Interior highlights to be revealed in due course include a gymnasium with a fold-down platform, a full-beam owners stateroom with a balcony and four roomy guest suites on the lower deck.
Technical Data:
LOA - 55.20 (181.1ft)
Beam - 9.80 m
Draft - 2.46 m
Fuel Capacity - 71000 l
Water Capacity - 15200 l
Engines - 2 x MTU 10V2000 M72 1206hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - fifteen knots max twelve knots cruise
Range - 4500 nm at twelve knots
Hull Shape - full displacement
Construction - aluminium 
Project - De Voogt exterior and naval architecture, FM Architettura interior

November 5, 2021

Project: Overmarine Mangusta Oceano 44

Overmarine present the project for a new Mangusta Oceano 44, a 44 metres super yacht full of technology and style, developed jointly by Overmaine Group’s Engineering department and designer Alberto Mancini, who took care of both her exteriors and interiors. This ultra-modern super yacht is a sea loft with a blend of glass, charm and audacity, with three-decks which give much more than being just an evolution of the previous models. Conceived as successor to the multi-award winner Mangusta Oceano 43, the 44 adds a new flare to the philosophy of global floating architecture, offering guests unprecedented experiences and the pleasure of spending every single moment of cruising in the utmost comfort.  One focus point in the definition of the Ocean 44 was that all areas should be seamlessly connected, a goal that was achieved through a series of side and crosswise sliding doors, creating a harmonious continuum of solutions and materials.  The beach club is the perfect example of this design approach: conceived to be the very heart of social life, once the transom is opened and the side terraces are unfolded, it becomes a 180° marine environment brightened by the natural light that filters through the side openings and the partially glazed upper deck, resulting in an incredibly airy and yet cosy area.  The various relaxation areas take the concept of onboard life to its ultimate expression: one of the most distinguishing features are two infinity pools located on the sun and main decks. The first, on the main deck, is called “The Island”: it is a sunbathing area embraced by water, which can be easily accessed via a teak deck, removing any possible barrier with the surrounding environment and creating a truly full-immersion experience; the second is on the spacious sun deck, from where guests can enjoy breath taking views over the ocean from dawn to sunset.  Huge volumes and generous spaces like the sundeck, so far unthinkable on a yacht in her class make the Mangusta Oceano 44 a real pearl, further enriched by equally precious interiors, where the alternation and skilful combination of warm and cold materials, lacquered surfaces and matt woods, marbles and leather, results in a flawless interpretation of contemporary minimalism. The master cabin, located on the main deck, is connected to the upper deck by the skylights created on the bottom of the infinity pool, which let natural light shine through and fill the cabin with mesmerising water reflections. The cabin is also fitted with a mechanically-driven balcony, from which the Owner will be able to enjoy his own private view of the ocean.  The salon on the upper deck is a very exclusive area: thanks to three large sliding doors, two of which on the sides, guests will never have to choose between indulging in pure relaxation and admiring amazing views.  This yacht’s elegant layout is characterised by a harmonious design consistency between indoor and outdoor areas, also thanks to an extensive use of glass. Steel handrails and bulwarks have been replaced by see-through glass surfaces mounted flush with teak, a solution that has opened up new scenarios and allowed to achieve impressively generous areas that would normally be unattainable on a traditional three decker.  The Mangusta Oceano 44 is a worldwide steel and aluminium yacht, featuring a streamlined and elegant profile but also offering outstanding performances and a range of 4,500 nautical miles, a maximum speed of sixteen knots, and a cruising speed of eleven, with the comfort ensured by zero-speed and underway stabilizers.  

November 4, 2021

New Model: Prestige 420S

Designed by all time standing Prestige designer Garroni, the new 420S shows a distinguished, sporty evolutive look of the French brand, offering an incredible layout and the latest innovations. The new Prestige 420S offers enjoyment on board, with the inside intelligent layout and refined design highlighted through the exceptional luminosity, afforded by the large opening roof and all around coach roof windows, on the single-level floored main deck offering spacious living areas. Down below the aft master stateroom offers cosy atmosphere and high quality features: large central double bed and private bathroom, while forward is second VIP size double berth cabin and an option for a second shower head.  The Prestige 420S is standard powered by twin Cummins 380hp or optional 425hp engines which allow her to reach top speeds up to 32 knots.
Technical Data:
LOA - 13.06 m (42.9ft)
Hull Length - 11.3 m
Beam - 4.1 m
Draft - 1.1 m
Displacement - 10161 kg dry 14400 kg loaded
Fuel Capacity - 1170 l
Water Capacity - 425 l
Max Persons - ten
Accommodation - four guests in two cabins
Engines - 2 x Cummins QSB 6.7 380hp, 425hp
Propulsion - vee drive line shaft
Speed - 32 knots max 23 knots cruise
Range - 210 nautical miles at cruise
Construction - hand laid fiberglass with Isophtalic gel-coat, deck in counter moulding
Project - Garroni exterior and interior, Prestige engineering for naval architecture
Certification - CE B10, C12

November 3, 2021

Project: Greenline 58 Fly

In light of the success of the 45 Fly, Greenline is delighted to reveal the latest addition to its revolutionary range of flybridge cruisers, the 58 Fly. Launching in autumn 2022, the all-new 58 Fly fits into the range to bridge the gap between the popular 48 Fly and flagship 68 OceanClass models.  The 58 Fly marks the beginning of a new partnership between Greenline, Marco Casali of Too Design and MICAD engineering. Casali has penned a fresh exterior look for this new model with clean lines and tight proportions retaining the focus on elements that make a Greenline such a pleasurable boat to live aboard. The single-level main deck with aft galley ensures the saloon and cockpit combine to create a large living and entertaining area and the cut-outs in the forward bulwarks align to deliver spectacular views over the water from the lower deck.  From the deck spaces to the arrangement of the interior the 58 Fly has the flexibility in its layout to suit a wide variety of needs. At the stern, an extended hydraulic bathing platform with a 500kg lift capacity and aft-facing transom bench form an idyllic waterside living area with the cockpit’s glass balustrade creating the perfect terrace over the sea. The cockpit seating sits at 90 degrees from the traditional arrangement with its benches running along the boat’s centreline so that everyone seated at the table has a view over the water. With a pair of director’s chairs six can dine but the extended table and an extra set of chairs allow eight people to sit in the shade and comfort of the well-protected cockpit. When not called upon for dining duties, the hi-lo table and a set of in-fill cushions convert this area into a spacious day bed with a wonderful connection to the beach club aft. Forward, as well as more sun bathing space on the coach-roof, two aft-facing seats are arranged opposite a cosy bench to create an intimate living space that offers excellent privacy if moored stern-to.  The flybridge comes as standard with a radar mast mounted at its aft end, a good option for those cruising in areas with restricted air draught but a substantial carbon fibre T-top offers excellent protection on the top deck. A well-equipped wet bar, spacious dinette and open space aft for free-standing furniture make for a flybridge that excels as an area for guests to relax and enjoy day or night.  On board, a bright and spacious main deck with Greenline’s familiar aft galley layout gives way to a voluminous accommodation deck that bristles with innovation. The standard arrangement comprises three cabins, two bathrooms and walk-in wardrobes for the master and VIP ensuites. The master cabin stretches across the boat’s full beam amidships, with a double VIP in the bow and a generous twin to starboard. It is possible to sacrifice the walk-in wardrobe in the VIP to make space for a third bathroom that becomes a day head but the real game-changer on this deck is the option to replace the twin guest cabin with a dedicated study. In a world where we are working in a new way, this fully fitted out office space with built-in monitors, HDMI and USB points, printer storage and a stylish yet functional office chair allows owners to work remotely in comfort with the genuine functionality of a home office. A sofa that converts into a single berth built into this arrangement offers occasional sleeping space if needed.  A crew cabin with a single berth or bunk beds is available but on owner-run boats this area can be used as a utility space and workshop, the added storage space a big advantage for those who wish to stay on board for extended periods. With the 58 Fly, Greenline Yachts cements its position as the leading manufacturer of boats with alternative propulsion. An array of 11 solar panels arranged across the flybridge and hard top structures produce 3.6kW of power and allow the boat’s domestic services to run without a noisy diesel generator. Additionally, a newly developed hybrid system with a pair of 25kW motors includes an adaptable hydraulic clutch that means it can be connected inline to any shaft drive engine.  Standard engine choices include 610hp and 715hp Cummins diesels, both available with Hybrid Drive, and a diesel only twin 1,000hp Caterpillar option for a top speed of 30 knots. The Cummins 715s with Hybrid Drive will push the 58 Fly to a top speed of 26 knots, cruise at 20 knots and cruise on electric power only at 6 knots for a range of 30 nautical miles on a full charge. Weight saving is a key part of the 58 Fly’s engineering in respect of the fact that every tonne of weight sacrifices 1 knot of speed. To this end, carbon fibre is used throughout the boat, namely in the hard top and superstructure, in order to keep weight down and a new lightweight core in the sandwich construction has been introduced with the same goal in mind. 

November 2, 2021

New Model: Solace 415 CS

 

With a lot of attention currently on the big centre consoles of around fifteen meters or more powered by the new 2021 presented 600hp Mercury, Volvo turns it around and collaborates with Solace for a stern drive powered twelve meter centre console.  The twelve meter size has been the bread and butter for the outboard expansion the past years, so Volvo trying to gather interest in this section of the market is not a combination of events.  Enters the Solace 415 CS, the sterndrive inboard version of the 41 CS.  The advantages for stern drives are known, from a clear uncluttered transom area to better consumption offered by the diesel inboards which compared to the triple outboard 41 offers according to preliminary data fifty per cent less fuel use and a range up to 497 nautical miles.  It will be interesting if we see other builders follow Solace and offer diesel sterndrive inboards on some of the bigger centre consoles.
Technical Data:
LOA - 12.49 m (41ft)
Beam - 3.73
Draft - 0.60 m * drives up
Fuel Capacity - 1680 l
Water Capacity - 151 l
Max Persons - sixteen
Accommodation - two berths
Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 440hp
Propulsion - Volvo dual propeller DPI stern drives

November 1, 2021

Supply Chain Issues

The boating and yachting market has returned to where it was in 2008 before the global crisis of that fall, and what we get?  Supply chain issues currently affecting global trade, which unfortunately also affect boat building.  It will be interesting how the boating market will be affected by this.  New builds whether of small boat builders might suffer the most, but even some bigger ones are taking the hit for the reason that they cannot expand how much they like.

Global trade is so much connected together, that a stop to something generates a shock.  The Suez channel seven day blockage of March 2021 is a reminder how even such an accident, affecting only one ship can slow global trade.  According to economic experts the M/V Ever Given blockage of the Suez channel and disruption of global trade, has ripple affects effecting us till today.  That was only seven days!

Supply Chain issues are a let down, especially in this expanding boating market, where one can see boat builders and brands enter an era of growth, which in a normal scenario would translates to more offers of size and type.  With these supply chain issues the successful results shown in the boat shows of Cannes, Genova, and Monaco made even the big builders extend there order book by time.  Yes 2022 is sold out for most, and 2023 is half way there, with the popular new models having to enter in 2024. In a normal market a boat builder would try to build more boats, in the 2021/22 everyone is making a step at a time and with extreme caution.

So yes it is a great time to build and sell new boats, but it is in the end a half filled glass, which could have been full, way much fuller.