February 20, 2022

Palm Beach New Web Site

Down under Palm Beach yachts presents its new virtual World wide web showroom.  Palm Beach Motor Yachts was founded in 1995 by Mark Richards in Sydney, Australia. Mark has been building boats since the age of sixteen, and previous experiences include the pinnacle of design and construction by participating in the Americas Cup. Initially Palm Beach duties where to repair, upgrade, and restore motor and sailing yachts in the fifty to sixty feet region, but in 1999 the decision was taken to build its own range of models. Palm Beam first model launched in 1999 was the 38 Avalon.  Today Palm Beach builds a range of tradition lobster looks cruisers and yachts, offering nine models from 42 to 70 feet divided into two ranges, the standard PB and the 2018 introduced GT. Palm Beach new website takes you around with the following buttons; About Us, Models, Advantage, Purchase, and Connect.  Palm Beach is present in social media with button links at the page bottom taking you to the Facebook, YouTube, Pinterest, and Instagram pages.
Production History;
38 Avalon 1999-
32 Avalon 2003-
PB50 2008-14
PB65 Sedan 2010-
PB65 Flybridge 2010-
PB55 Express 2012-
PB55 Flybridge 2012-
PB45 Express 2013-
PB52 Express 2015-
PB52 Flybridge 2016-
PB42 2017-
GT50 Express 2018-
GT50 Open 2019-
PB70 2019-
GT60 2021-

February 19, 2022

Project: Hargrave 116 Tri-Deck

Hargrave present the project for a new 116 Tri-Deck.  Designed inhouse by Hargrave with interiors by Shelley the 116 Tri-Deck will kick off the 2022 model year for Hargrave. At 35 meters in length 116 Tri-Deck will offer a five stateroom sleeping ten guests layout including a palatial on-deck master suite.  116 Tri-Deck will be built to RINA specification and feature a semi-displacement hull.  She is to be powered by twin Cat engines which will push for a top speed up to 21 knots.

February 18, 2022

New Model: Sanlorenzo SL90 Asymmetric

Sanlorenzo continue to expand the Asymmetric in its traditional SL line, and presents the new SL90A.  The SL90 Asymmetric is the smallest of the A models, of semi wide body designs which was introduced in 2018 with the SL102A, and today characterizes all SL models larger then 27 meters in size.  The SL90 A is full wide body to port side, while the the starboard has a traditional passageway.  Another interesting feature of the SL90 is the master stateroom located on the forward part of the main deck, with two steps down leading you to its en-suite, and another two steps to the walk-in wardrobe.  Down below the standard layout of the Sanlorenzo SL90 A is for three double cabins layout, with two crew cabins plus a lobby located forward.  The Sanlorenzo SL90 Asymetric is powered by twin Man 2000hp engines for a top speed up to 29 knots.  
Technical Data:
LOA - 27.6 m (90.5ft)
Beam - 6.50 m
Draft - 1.93 m
Displacement - 95 t
Fuel Capacity - 10350 l
Water Capacity - 1500 l
Accommodation - eight guests in four cabins, three crew in two cabins
Engines - 2 x Man 12v 2000hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - 29 knots
Project - Zuccon interior and exterior

February 17, 2022

Project: Fairline Squadron 58

Hot on the heels of the announcement of the new Phantom 65, British boat builder Fairline is again making waves with the project for a new Squadron 58, set to hit the water in the end of 2022 and to be showcased for the first time at the 2023 Düsseldorf show in January. A completely new design with exteriors by Mancini, hull by Vripack with interiors by Salt the Squadron 58 sets a new standard for the brand with unmistakably modern and unique innovations. The exterior design embraces the styling cues of iconic Squadrons of the past with the legendary triple-fin detail incorporated into the superstructure aft quarters. Most notably, the Squadron 58 comes with a highly desirable beach club option, a first for Fairline. Consisting of hydraulic fold-down balconies on both the port and starboard sides, an innovative new design for the high/low transom bathing platform, flexible and modular cockpit seating which allows for a bespoke arrangement that suits, complemented with a glass transom to enhance your connection to the water. When not in use, the bathing platform can be used to hold a tender and when desired, it remotely extends doubling in length and submerges into the water allowing plenty of space for sun loungers. The beach club comes complete with moveable cockpit bar stools.  Throughout the design, there is a continuous indoor/outdoor feel. In another first for Fairline, the cockpit and saloon are separated by an angled patio door, which ensures the flybridge staircase does not encroach into either the cockpit or interior space. The saloon oozes with natural light and offers an array of comfortable seating options for guests. Additional socialising space and a sunbathing area can be enjoyed on the foredeck. The flybridge features a spacious sun pad aft, wet bar, plenty of seating, hardtop with sunroof and wrap-around glazing to allow for uninterrupted views. The lower deck is designed with three cabins and two heads. The midships master stateroom comes complete with a king-sized bed, a dedicated bureau with stool and drawer storage to starboard, with a large port side sofa. At the stern, customers can add a crew cabin which is accessed through a door in the transom.  The new Squadron 58 will be powered by twin Volvo 900hp or optional 1000hp shaft drive engines.

February 16, 2022

New Model: Heron 38

In the end of January Heron yachts from Italy, launched the 38 model.  The Heron 38 is the second model to come from the Italian builders stable, and follows the 56.  The Heron 38 will be available in two versions Walkaround without a cabin, and the Day Cruiser version.  Another option is for the engine propulsion set up, with the Heron 38 available in stern drive or outboards.  Hull one was a Day Cruiser version with out board propulsion.  The Heron 38 is currently debuting in the Naples 2022 boat show.
Technical Data:
LOA - 11.65 m (38.2ft)
Hull Length - 9.99 m
Beam - 3.63 m
Draft - 0.95 m
Displacement - 7.6 t 
Fuel Capacity - 900 l
Water Capacity - 250 l
Accommodation - four berths berths
Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 400hp
Propulsion - Volvo dual propeller stern drives
Speed - forty knots max
Certification - CE B

February 15, 2022

Project: Austin Parker Ibiza 52

Austin Parker continue to expand its walk around Ibiza line with the presentation of the new 52 project.  The Ibiza 52, as all Austin Parkers comes from a design of Fulvio de Simoni, who presented a clean sixteen meter walk around sport yacht.  Exterior space in the Ibiza 52 is full use from fore to aft, thanks to the walkaround deck, while the lower deck is strictly dedicated to the three cabins.  Two options exist in the lower deck, for a three cabins, two heads or a three heads layout.  The owners room located forward, gives the feel of a full beam cabin with the double bed looking to port side to increase space.  The Austin Parker Ibiza 52 is to be powered by twin Volvo 725hp with IPS pod drives, Cummins 715hp with shaft drives.  Top speed is estimated up to 36 knots with the Volvo IPS power propulsion combination.  

February 14, 2022

New Model: Maritimo M55

Maritimo has launched its new M55 fusing the latest advancements in nautical technology and design with the iconic features of the down under boat builder M-Series models of the past. Australian built, it’s sharpened exterior design, extensive entertainment areas, and high performance reset the international standard for long-range cruising motor yachts. Inspired by the lessons learned to create a class-leading, enduring line of blue water motor yachts for tough Australian conditions, the Maritimo experienced team of maritime designers and skilled craftspeople have developed a fresh take on how a flybridge motor yacht should perform and feel. As soon as you step aboard the new M55 you will appreciate the Maritimo difference and you will be immediately captivated by its space, easily accommodating your family in style, safety and comfort. A fully enclosed climate-controlled flybridge sky lounge with internal staircase access provides the essential comfort needed for long-range cruising and passage making. The Maritimo M55 offers a triple cabin lower deck, including a full beam midships located master stateroom. Standard power is from twin Volvo 670hp, or optional 800hp engines.
Technical Data:
LOA - 17.31 m (56.9ft)
Hull Length - 17 m
Beam - 5.22 m
Draft - 1.47 m inc props
Displacement - 30775 kg dry
Fuel Capacity - 4550 l
Water Capacity - 750 l
Accommodation - six berths in three cabins
Engines - 2 x Volvo D11 670hp, D13 800hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - thirty knots max with 800hp engines

February 13, 2022

Sixty foot Motor Yacht Beaches in Woolgoolga

A motor yacht of eighteen meters in length ended up beached in Woolgoolga in Queensland, Australia on the morning of twelfth February.  The motor yacht was reported having an assistance tow by the Marine Area Police Force of Coffs Harbour in the evening of the eleventh at the entrance of Coffs Outer Harbour when the vessel started to take on water. At this point Marine Rescue Coffs Harbour Patrol intervened and went out to the rescue of the two persons onboard, and had to cut the towing rope, which eventually led to the yacht surviving the sinking and finding itself beached in Woolgoolga.  Salvage operations of the flybridge motor yacht where being held on Sunday 13th February.
The motor yacht in this accident is a Longreef 60 SX, build in China for an Australian firm.  Coming from an inhouse design, naval architect by John Butler, and interior design by Andy Young the Longreef 60 SX model was launched in Summer 2018, and features an interior with three double cabins plus one crew cabin.  Standard power comes from twin Cummins 600hp engines which give a top speed to the semi displacement hull shape of twenty knots.  
Longreef was founded in 2017 and the 60 SX is the second model of its range, following the 50 SX.  A 90 SX with two units on order is currently being build in China.

Project: Micheal Rybovich 82 Sportfisherman Project#7

Michael Rybovich has started the construction of its hull number seven, to be another super sportfish above 24 meters in length.  Design and naval architecture as nearly all Rybovich is made inhouse, and 82 hull number seven will feature a four en-suite lower deck layout, with a midships located owners stateroom.  She is to be powered by twin MTU 2600hp, no speed data is yet communicated.

February 12, 2022

New Model: Azimut Magellano 30 Metri

Launched in Viareggio at the end of January 2022, the first Magellano 30 Metri is the ultimate expression of Azimut’s pioneering spirit. The new flagship is designed for the experienced owner and connoisseur who plans to enjoy long-distance voyages, whatever the weather conditions and in a constant dialogue with the sea. The Magellano 30 Metri takes this desire for freedom and expresses it in the form of unprecedented seakeeping and a design that offers a view of both the sky and the sea from every point on the yacht. The intimate relationship with nature is also respected in sustainability-related choices that aim to reduce the yacht’s environmental impact.  The Magellano Collection is the Azimut Yachts line for yachtsmen who have a predilection for long cruises: Magellano is always smooth and safe at sea, with low fuel consumption and a wide range of speeds. The interiors too are designed for long stays on board. The new flagship is the perfect fit for the brand’s crossover line, reprising features such as generous volumes and a desire to amaze in different sea conditions, without however compromising on elegance and attention to detail. This result has been achieved thanks to the collaboration of the winning team that proved itself with the previous newest model the Magellano 25 Metr): Ken Freivokh, who handled the exterior styling and volumes, and Vincenzo De Cotiis, who designed the interiors. Freivokh has created refined and modern but in no way aggressive lines that catch the eye of expert yachtsmen, also from the world of sailing yachts. Unexpectedly striking, the teak louvres that close and complement the extensive glazed surfaces in the superstructure are a signature feature of the Magellano line. In keeping with its crossover call, the new 30-metre supper yacht offers spacious, light-filled interiors that De Cotiis has successfully made intimate and inviting.  Freivokh and De Cotiis have designed the three decks of the new Magellano by breathing life into their shared vision of a yacht in seamless contact with the sea, from the Infinity Terrace that welcomes guests on board, to the generous terrace on the Upper Deck for socialising and enjoying the pleasure of cruising in the open air. The huge windows which total over seventy square metres of glazed surfaces, also ensure uninterrupted visual continuity between the interior spaces and the surrounding natural environment, which has a metaphorical presence in every setting, from the full-beam Owner Suite and the living space on the main deck to the gracious Skylounge on the upper deck.  The innovative thrust of the Magellano 30 Metri is also expressed in the choices made to reduce environmental impact. The second-generation Dual Mode hull, designed by naval architecture firm P.L.A.N.A. on a joint basis with the Azimut Yachts Research and Desgin centre, ensures an excellent level of stability, keeping fuel consumption down both at midrange speeds and rough seas, delivering on the promise of cruising in freedom in any conditions, as well as at higher speeds, reducing consumption in this case by about 15% compared with traditional hard chine planning hulls.  The new Magellano line flagship establishes a truly harmonious human relationship with the water, even and especially during periods spent at anchor: with the 30 Metri designed to be fitted with the Hotel Mode package, which includes 100kWh lithium batteries so that she can stay at anchor with zero emissions for up to four hours during the day and eight hours at night. The result is total silence broken only by the sound of the sea.
Technical Data:
LOA - 29.63 m (97.6ft)
Beam - 7 m
Draft - 2.03 m
Displacement - 135 t
Fuel Capacity - 14500 l
Water Capacity - 2000 l
Accommodation - ten guests in five cabins, six crew in three cabins
Engines - 2 x Man 1550hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - twenty knots max, sixteen knots cruise
Hull Shape - dual mode semi displacement
Project - Ken Freivokh exterior, De Cotiis interior, Ausonio PLANA and Azimut RD Dept for hull
Certification - UNI ENO 8666 data