January 12, 2022

Project: Moonride Yachts 58F

Moonride is a fresh Italian builder of semi custom traditional inspired cruisers and yachts with its management having a long experience coming from 1956. Moonride first model the 43 was launched in 2018, with positive reviews coming from the first model it follows with this project for a larger 58F.  Initially born as Moonride 55, the 58F is a project of Leopoldo Rodriguez of Rodriguez shipyard who in the past had ownership in Baglietto, founded Morgan yachts in 1991, and also owned Conam in between 2002 and 2010.  The Moonride 58F, the F standing for flybridge follows traditional inspired lines, with latest technology going in the build which is in vacuum infused resin and propulsion of IPS pod drives.  Moonride had two 58F in construction with hull one currently finishing completion.  

January 11, 2022

In Construction Ferretti Super Yacht Burns

A nearly completed Ferretti 28 meters super yacht burned while at the Cattolica factory in Rimini on the morning of eleventh January at 0930 hours.  The Ferretti super yacht was having final completion touches when a fire onboard was reported by factory staff, with five fire fighting squads totalling eleven persons running to the scene to extinguish the fire.  None was injured in the accident but ten Ferretti staff had medical control believed to have inhaled fumes as they tried to control the flames before the arrival of the fire fighting squads.  The Ferretti super yacht is believed to have suffered extensive damage, mostly to its super structure while the two yachts to the left and right side are reported to have also had some damage.  The Ferretti premises also sustained some damages.  With current order book being full up to 2023 and beyond Ferretti will be very concerned of this mishap which will slow its production and have an unhappy customer which will stay without his yacht for 2022.   
The Ferretti in this fire is a 920 model, a semi-serial 28 meter overall super yacht model which launched its first hull in the Summer of 2017 to a design of Zuccon and so far sold in thirty units.  The 920 has been a successful model for Ferretti since its launch, and is offered in four or five double guest cabin layouts, powered by twin MTU 1948hp up to 2485hp with top speeds of thirty knots with the large engine option.  The 920 was the pen-ultimate design of Zuccon, with the 780 launched a couple months later being the last, before Ferretti design duties switched to Filippo Salvetti, ending the since 1990, 27 years long Zuccon era.

New Model: Galeon 405 HTS

Galeon present the new 405 HTS, a thirteen meter hardtop sport cruiser designed by Tony Castro. Her exterior styling and interior arrangement reveal the Galeon’s classic profile with a modern twist. The yacht’s interior has been designed to be bright and welcoming with functionality and balanced layout. Materials include carefully selected veneers, Corians, high quality fabrics and matte or mirror-gloss finish wood.  Large windows add natural light to the saloon, galley and guest’s cabins. A vast saloon on the main deck with a starboard side bar is sure to become a popular gathering area for family and friends, giving them the feeling of space. The helm benefits from large windows and a single pane windshield that provide 360-degree panoramas. Accommodation space on the lower deck features a full featured galley and two staterooms with separate bathrooms, to ensure guests comfort and privacy. The owner’s suite is located midship and occupies the whole width of the yacht allowing for an incredible amount of volume and storage space.  The Galeon 405 HTS is powered by twin Volvo 230hp up to 380hp with stern drive propulsion.
Technical Data:
LOA - 13.46 m (44.2ft)
Hull Length - 11.9 m
Beam - 3.9 m
Draft - 0.79 m ex drives
Displacement - 9640 kg dry, 
Fuel Capacity - 950 l
Water Capacity - 250 l
Max Persons - ten
Accommodation - four berths in two cabins, plus two in a convertible berth
Engines - 2 x Volvo D3 230hp, D6 380hp
Propulsion - Volvo dual propeller stern drive
Speed - 35 knots max 28 knots cruise 
Range - 235 nm at cruise
Project - Tony Castro
Certification - CE B

January 10, 2022

Project: Maritimo S600

Maritimo, has unveiled the latest exciting addition to the recently revealed Offshore Series of motor yachts, with the announcement of the S600 Offshore Sedan Motor Yacht. The S600 is the first sedan model within the new generation of Offshore Motor Yachts, exemplifying everything that the Maritimo brand stands for; long range cruising capability, industry defining performance and economy, offshore seaworthiness and high levels of construction integrity. Maritimo’s large investment in design and new model development has seen the M600 Offshore Flybridge Motor Yacht herald in the new Offshore Series for Maritimo earlier this year. The S600 Offshore brings this year’s total number of new Maritimo models to be revealed or launched to four. The new S600 is centred upon a hull design that is an advanced evolution of Maritimo’s longstanding experience in long range cruising design and world leading shaft drive performance and efficiency. With its offshore cockpit and hardtop utility space, the S600 will have broad appeal both as a highly functional fishing yacht, with its specialty open water fishing attributes, and as a long range, low height, high volume, luxury motor yacht capable of inter-continental passage making. The remarkable offshore cockpit with enclosed transom makes the S600 Offshore ideal for those with varying fishing interests or any that embrace the encapsulated deck space with solid separation to the sea. Maritimo’s long held focus and dedication to the development of shaft driven technology has positioned it as world leaders in shaft drive performance and long-range cruising. The S600’s straight shaft drives will be powered by standard Volvo Penta 800hp power units. Paired with Maritimo’s hull and straight shaft technology they will deliver world class fuel efficiency and excellent operating economy combined with very low emissions. Optional power units include Volvo 1000hp or Scania 1200hp power units. Cruising efficiency and capacity meld to give the S600 incredible long-range capability with a 4550 litre fuel capacity within. Three fuel tanks are positioned strategically to keep weight as low as possible in the hull adding to stability. In addition to its race bred performance, superior engineering and robust design the S600 also provides levels of luxury and live aboard practicality which will resonate with discerning owners and their families. Maritimo is renowned for breaking the status quo, the S600’s expanded cockpit hardtop coverage has amplified the amount of area above, on the often-inaccessible sedan hardtop.

January 9, 2022

Web: Marex New Web Site

Norway's Marex presents its new virtual world wide web showroom. Marex was founded in 1973 by Eyvin Aalrud, who made use of a Latin name for his company. The name Marex is in reality an amalgamation of the Latin words Mare-Rex which means King of the Sea. Marex was started up as a family holding and continues as at today with this philosophy with Eyvin sons, Espen and Thomas Aalrud taking over the company helm. Marex has up till 2021 build over 3300 boats in thirty different models, and received twelve awards. Today Marex offers six models from nine to twelve meters, from the 310 Sun Cruiser to the 375, with its latest 2021 model being the 330 Scandinavia. Marex new website is available in English, German, Chinese, Norwegian, and Dutch, and takes you around with the following buttons; Intro, Company, Boats, Store, News, and Contact.  Marex is also on social media with button links taking you to its Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube pages.

January 8, 2022

Ten Dead in Brazil Cliff Collapse

Ten people died when a cliff collapsed on boaters on Lago de Furnas in Capitolio on Saturday eight January.  Other 32 people where injured in the accident, with Fire Fighters, Rescue Teams, and Brazilian Navy still investigating the area for other bodies.  The giant big rock collapsed from the cliff and fall on two small sized, about five meters speed boats.  In a video some minutes previous to the accident showed online on social media, a lady is heard shouting to some of the boaters telling them to keep the distance from the rock as the water is angry and dangerous.  According to initial reports the rock is believed to have collapsed due to the heavy incessant rain of recent days in the area.
Lago de Furnas is an artificial lake created to the North of Rio Grande in 1958 for a hydro electrical plant, and is a popular tourist attraction located some 250 miles to the North of Sao Paolo, which in weekend sees some 5000 visitors, and goes up to 30,000 in holiday season.

New Model: Cheoy Lee CLX96

After much anticipation Cheoy Lee CL Yachts first sea activity vessel inspired super yacht the CLX96 has made its technical launch. The splashing of the 29 meter super yacht was briefly held up due to issues surrounding the pandemic, but now the process is humming along smoothly.  Which is excellent, because the vessel has already received much fanfare for its innovative design and luxurious features. CLX96 has previously won Good Design Award 2020, a Bronze A’ Design Award 2021 as well as the prestigious award from the International Yacht and Aviation Awards 2021.  CLX96 rugged performance is mirrored by her unique aesthetic, which masterfully blends gracefulness and muscularity into a style referred to as workboat chic. Paramount to this look is the yacht’s two-level deckhouse with reverse-sheer windshields.  The angle of those windshields has a highly functional, multiple purpose. First, in rough seas, water washes away from a reverse sheer smoothly and efficiently, ensuring good sight-lines when you need them the most. Secondly, the angle of the windshields reduces a greenhouse effect in the interior, keeping it cool and comfortable for passengers. The windshield works in concert with CLX96’s instantly recognizable plumb bow to make this yacht the star at any harbour she may visit.  A final advantage is that the vertical windows allow for more interior space, a major reason why this yacht feels so massive inside.  The instantly iconic profile was dreamed up by Milan-based designer Jozeph Forakis, who is best known for his work outside the yachting industry, who brought a fresh touch and a rebel’s insight to the sketches. CL Yachts anticipates a cruising speed of 22 knots and a top speed of 27 knots at half load and coming from twin Caterpillar 1900hp engines. 
Technical Data:
LOA - 29.50 (96.9ft)
Hull Length - 28.9 m
Waterline Length - 27.8 m
Beam - 7.32 m
Draft - 1.62 m
Displacement - 87000 kg
Fuel Capacity - 15520 l
Water Capacity - 1890 l
Accommodation - eight berths in four cabins, four crew in two cabins
Engines - 2 x Cats C32 1900hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - 27 knots max 22 knots cruise
Project - Jozeph Forakis exterior and interior, Alfaro naval architecet, Horsman and Associates structural engineering 
Certification - RINA 

January 7, 2022

Project: Ferretti 860

Ferretti Yachts gears up to bring a new symphony to life: Ferretti Yachts 860 project. The flybridge super yacht created by the Cattolica-based Shipyard features cutting-edge design and technology solutions, where the stylistic and architectural elements work together in harmony right down to the tiniest detail. This unique pocket super yacht with her eye-catching design stands out for comfort, a strong focus on well-being, outstanding performance, optimisation of space, and multiple opportunities to customise the settings, all with the elegance of Made in Italy style. The result collaboration between the Product Strategy Committee led by Mr. Piero Ferrari and the Ferretti Group Engineering Department, Ferretti Yachts 860 is the third yacht developed by architect Filippo Salvetti for exterior design and Ideaitalia for the interiors. The yacht’s exteriors feature a number of innovations that improve on market standards in her segment. They include: the introduction of floor-to-ceiling windows and glass fashion plates, which punctuate the sleek, powerful silhouette and characterise her contours; the windows in the hull and superstructure that share the same family feeling as the brand’s latest models. The interior design is even more radical and striking, dominated by harmonious, flowing lines set off by several distinctive accents. The stand-out features are the helical staircase on the main deck, which leads down to the lower deck and around which the entire layout develops, the freestanding furniture, and the clean geometrical curves inspired by Art Deco, creating a perfect synthesis of sophisticated yet understated design. The versatility of the interiors translates into a project that leaves the owner ample choice to design their own onboard experience. Here too, the sense of seamless continuity between interiors and exteriors is encouraged by opening windows in both hull sides. This blend of styles and trends is now a distinctive feature of the new Ferretti Yachts, taking its cue from the “Just Like Home” concept: comfort, timeless design and craftsmanship. Also noteworthy is the evolution of stylistic features, dominated by the rich architectural details that characterise many of the structural and interior design elements on board. Classic cabinetry alternates with a fresh, contemporary aesthetic. Ferretti Yachts 860 will be available in Classic and Contemporary moods: the first featuring darker, warmer colours and striking contrasts, the second with paler, cooler colours, characterised by tone-on-tone shades through to total white. The layout of the lower deck provides four cabins: the master cabin midships, the VIP cabin forward, and two doubles: one with a double bed, one with twin beds, and both with ensuite bathrooms. The kitchen is multifunctional based on market requirements, with the semi-raised helm station forward, clearly separated from the guest area, and passenger flows are organised specifically to increase the levels of privacy of the owner and their guests, with the galley and service area separated from the lounge by sliding doors and the helm station providing direct access to the crew quarters, which contain two double cabins with private bathrooms. On board, the brand’s best-loved features are re-interpreted in an evolved form. The result is maximum continuity between indoor and outdoor settings, with the exteriors providing spaces for conviviality and relaxation that echo the interior finishings and furnishings, extending the areas for socialising and privacy on board. The cockpit is a spacious area with a glass parapet at the stern, furnished with two facing sofas and a large central table. The beach area can be entered from either side of the yacht and provides access to the garage, which can contain two water toys, a 3.95 m tender and a two-seater jet ski, representing a valuable plus point in this segment of the market. Other highlights include the possibility of configuring the flybridge with freestanding furniture alongside a big multi-function bar unit, the dinette area seating eight, and an optional jacuzzi on the aft deck. Absolute comfort is guaranteed by a hard top available in three different configurations: fixed glass, opening glass, or with shading blades. The foredeck features a space that can be converted from a dining area into a spacious sun pad. Ferretti Yachts 860 will be equipped with twin Man 2000hp, giving her a cruising speed of 27 knots and a top speed of 32 knots. Also available is a version with two Man 1800hp, for a cruising speed of 24 knots and a top speed of 28 knots. Seakeeper stabilizer or Zero Speed hydraulic fin systems can be installed on request according to individual navigating and mooring needs.

January 5, 2022

New Model: Astondoa As5

The Astondoa As5 is the result of the combination of the new contemporary design developed by Astondoa for its flybridge As range, first introduced in 2020 with the As8.  The new As5 offers a sporty character and contemporary design in the segment of seventeen meter flybridge motor yacht. The Astondoa design team excels at successfully adapting all the attributes of a large yacht on a flybridge yacht, but the As5 also claims its own personality, combining the elegance of its aesthetics with sporty details, taking inspiration from the automotive sector and the best supercars with which the Shipyard shares an innovative spirit. The Astondoa As5 offers a three double cabins layout with two heads, and single berth crew cabin aft.  Exterior space also extends in the bathing platform thanks to its two side opening bulkheads, and its aft deck is designed in a way to always offer a view to the persons seating in the cockpit.  The Astondoa As5 is powered by twin Volvo 725hp with shafts or IPS pod drives, and or Man 800hp engines with shaft propulsion only.  Top speeds are up to 32 knots.
Technical Data:
LOA - 17.35 m (57ft)
Beam - 4.95 m
Draft - 0.87 m excluding propellers
Fuel Capacity - 2200 l
Water Capacity - 600 l
Accommodation - six berths in three cabins, one crew cabin berth
Engines - 2 x Volvo D11 725hp, Man i6 800hp
Propulsion - Volvo forward looking dual propeller IPS pod drive, or line shaft for Man engnie
Speed - 32 knots max
Hull Shape - planning Vee
Certification - CE RINA

January 3, 2022

Project: Solaris 60 Open

Solaris present the project for the 60 Open, a new sport yacht of over eighteen meters in length over-all.  Designed by Brunello Acampora and the Solaris inhouse design team, the 60 Open follows the footsteps of the successful smaller 44 and 48 Open models.  Based on the hull lines of the 57 Lobster, which is what started the Solaris Power range back in 2019 then named as 55, the 60 Open is a big day boat with an easy walk-around deck usable from stern to bow, but with its size offering accommodation worthy of a yacht and a cruise and offered in two lower deck layouts.  Layout A offers two large cabins with owners stateroom located at midships, while layout B is a more family friendly three cabins layout with owners room located forward.  The Solaris 60 Open is standard powered by twin Volvo 600hp or optional 725hp engines with IPS forward looking dual propeller pod drives.  Top speeds of 35 knots are predicted with the smaller engines and 38 knots from the optional larger units.