Project: Baglietto T60

On 22 December Baglietto announced it secured the first order for the 60 meter super yacht T60 hull no. 10260. This sale followed the eight T52 order by just three days. The project of the T60 designed by Francesco Paszkowski was presented at 2022 Monaco Yacht show in September, and is to be the largest yacht ever build by the famous Baglietto. Currently it is also the largest offer in size at sixty metres long and weighing around 1,000 GT, the T60 is the natural evolution of the T52: the soft exterior lines have become even sleeker thanks to the lighter side buttresses that almost seem to be “hanging” on the water, blending in with the outer ceiling, while the black glass stripe incorporates the portholes a leit-motiv on Baglietto’s most recent yachts resulting in an even more streamlined profile. The layout is truly unprecedented with no enclosed spaces on this yacht; the floor-to-ceiling windows of both the main saloon and the upper deck open up completely and, once fully concealed, create highly versatile and interior environments that change constantly to harmonise with the surrounding landscape. The same informal areas that during the day allow to spend time outdoors and enjoy the sea to the fullest are easily converted to take on a more formal and stately ambience in the evening, while always maintaining a direct contact with the sea. On this innovative vessel, the beach area, the main saloon and the dining area are indeed conceived as one single free-flowing space: a 60 sqm beach lounge with a pool, a conversation area and a gym welcomes guests on board and leads them to the saloon, which can be opened up completely thanks to an elegant staircase, resulting in an almost 100 sqm space on two levels. The dining room, in turn, is fitted with a glazed surface that can be fully opened to create an extraordinary living area on the water, where guests can indulge both during the day and in the evening. The first T60 stands out in particular for her very original configuration, with the upper deck turned into a fully walkable Owners deck. The master stateroom is accessed from a lobby located amidships that also features a glass lift. The suite includes an office, a walk-in wardrobe, and a large bathroom with separate toilets; the night area has glazed surfaces that slide open to offer private access to an outdoor pool located forward. Windows that open entirely on 3 sides can also be found aft, where the lounge area opens onto the en plein air dining table, once more creating the smooth, seamless connection between interiors and exteriors that characterises the entire vessel. A hot tub and a sunbathing area complete this deck’s layout. Guests will find accommodation in four; two VIP and two guest cabins located on the main deck and a fifth guest cabin on the lower deck. This lower deck also hosts a massage room, the spacious galley fully equipped for haute cuisine and the crew quarters, including the crew mess, the dinette, and seven crew cabins sleeping thirteen. The entire under-lower deck houses the various technical areas: the storage room, wine cellar, baggage compartment, and cold rooms. The wheelhouse has been moved to the sun deck, where the captain’s cabin can also be found, as well as an additional dining area and the aft and forward sunbathing areas. The garage, which can fit a six meter tender, 2 jet skis and a rescue tender, has been arranged forward on the main deck, while a haute-cuisine kitchen can be found amidships. At the bow, it is certainly no surprise to find a touch-and-go helipad. The Baglietto T60 is to be equipped with two Cat engines that will push her to a maximum speed of sixteen knots and a cruise of twelve.

www.baglietto.com

New Launch: Van Der Valk 25.20m Hull no. WV0125

After two years of construction Van der Valk has at the end of 2022 launched its 25 m Flybridge, a milestone model for both Volvo which celebrated the delivery of its ten thousand IPS30 drive unit, and the Dutch yacht builder for bringing a completely new modern design to the Flybridge range.  Designed by Cor D. Rover the new 25 m Flybridge features a sleek looking exterior profile, minimal but at the same time flowing and that bit traditional inspired by some eighties avantgarde yachts.  The interior is designed by Guilhem and features a main deck with forward galley, with a lower deck sleeping eight in four double cabins.  A crew cabin with two berths is located forward.  Van der Valk 25 m Flybridge is powered by triple Volvo 800hp with IPS pod propulsion reaching speeds up to 26 knots.   

Technical Data:

LOA - 25.20 m (82.6ft)

Waterline Length - 20.5 m

Beam - 6.00 m

Draft - 1.60 m

Displacement - 60 t

Fuel Capacity - 10,000 l

Water Capacity - 1600 l

Accommodation - eight berths in four cabins, two crew in one cabin

Engines - 3 x Volvo D13 12.8 litre six cylinder 800hp

Propulsion - Volvo IPS1050-30 forward looking dual propeller pod drives

Speed - 26 knots max 21 knots cruise

Hull Shaped - hard chine with medium-Vee 

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

Project - Cor D. Rover exterior, Carla Guilhem interior, Van der Valk naval architect  

Certification - CE A

www.vandervalkshipyard.com

Project: Cayman S600

Presented as a project in 2020 as the S580, Cayman has since then evolved the project and renamed it as the S600.  But this was not just a name change and along the bathing platform extension Cayman also reworked all the window profiles, from those of the hull now larger to those of the upper structure, and also redesigned the air intake. On the the interior the Cayman S600 should be little if any different to the S580 with a three double cabins three head layout sleeping six with a full beam owners stateroom at midships.  A single berth crew cabin is to be located aft.  All the living, dining and galley is located on the main deck.  The Cayman S600 shares hull with the 2021 launched F580 flybridge model, and is to be powered by twin Man 800hp engines.  The first unit of the Cayman S600 is nearly completed with its World wide presentation scheduled for the Naples boat show in March.

www.caymanyachts.it

New Model: Sunreef Power 70

The 70 Sunreef Power continues the legacy of Sunreef seaworthy and fully-customizable motor catamaran yachts.  Build in composite with a dynamic and elegant and a tad minimal exterior, the Sunreef Power 70 belongs to the shipyard’s second generation power catamarans including the smaller 60 and larger 80 and 100 Power models. The vast main deck saloon of the 70 Sunreef Power blends seamlessly with the aft cockpit, creating a large, semi-open dining and sunning area. The skylight, panoramic glazing and wide sliding door let plenty of sunshine into the fully-customizable interior. The generous volumes within the yacht’s hulls offer infinite options for a bespoke layout with five or six double guests cabins. The crew quarters and galley can be located in the aft and accessed exclusively from the cockpit for more privacy on board. The 70 Sunreef Power boasts a large bow terrace with freestanding furniture and a lounge protected from sun and wind. The aft cockpit provides an alfresco dining space close to the water as well as a great spot to enjoy water sports with easy access to toys and tenders. The yacht’s flybridge offers an unrivalled level of comfort with more than enough space for a spa pool, a bar, a dining area and oversized sun-pads. Thanks to her innovative aft garage and hydraulic platform, the 70 Sunreef Power can easily store and launch the tender and jet ski anytime.  The Sunreef Power 70 can be powered from twin 300hp up 850hp engines. The Power 70 is also offered in Sunreef's solar powered Eco version able to generate up to 22,5kw of clean sun generated energy. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 21.3 m (69.9ft)

Beam - 11.35 m

Draft - 1.60 m

Fuel Capacity - 8000 l standard, up to 12,000 l optional

Water Capacity - 1600 l

Accommodation - ten  guests five cabins, or twelve guests in six cabins, two or three crew in two cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6, 300hp, D13 850hp

Propulsion - line shafts

Speed - fifteen knots max fourteen knots cruise with Volvos 300hp

Project - Sunreef

Certification - CE A

www.sunreef-yachts.com

Project: Galeon 560 Fly

Galeon present the project for a new 560 Fly flybridge motor yacht, replacing the 2012 launched 550 and bridging the gap the 500 and the highly innovative 640 and 650 models. The long-awaited premiere is expected to directly address the needs of customers who appreciated the technical prowess of the 500 Fly yet desire more space on board and the bespoke luxury of the 640/650 models while still maintaining a manageable crew less size. The exterior is highlighted by the abundance of space on both decks and a plethora of windows that promise a well-lit interior. On the top deck guests will find two U-shaped, opposite facing rest and dining areas which can be combined for a perfect alfresco dining. Up front is a seating area and the upper helm station with the wet bar and grill moved back. The large overhang area comes with uninterrupted space for leisure and activities and can be occupied by two free-standing sun loungers. This flexible approach to space distribution allows for respite during the day and entertaining guests in the evening. The main deck comes fitted with everyone’s favourite Beach Mode that greatly increases the usable cockpit area and helps it to seamlessly to blend with the saloon and even serve refreshments to the port and starboard bars. Bow area is divided between the sundeck and a bench with proper backrest which comes in handy if for forward uninterrupted views. A large hydraulic platform helps with hoisting water toys and allows for easy access to the water and to the twin crew cabin located aft. Inside, the upscale, fully customizable interior is a mixture of modern design trends and handcrafted luxury fittings with a wide variety of woodwork, fabrics and details. The main deck offers a generously appointed aft galley with the entertainment and dining area moved forward. The Galeon 560 Fly is all about maintaining the fragile balance between practicality and internal volume while pushing the boundaries of design and high-end detail finishing. Down below three cabins and two bathrooms await the passengers for a total of six berths. The owner’s quarters are located midship with plenty of space for storage and a private head and shower. The bow VIP area offers a well-sized double bed, proper closet and an overhead skylight for natural illumination. Starboard guest cabin holds twin beds and is kept bright by hull-side windows.  The Galeon 560 Fly is to be powered by standard twin Volvo 725hp with optional going up to 900hp engines.

www.galeon.pl

New Launch: Winter Custom Yachts 53 Express W-33

In mid Summer 2022 Winter Custom Yachts from Huber North Carolina launched its fully custom 53 Express hull W-33 titled m/y Reel Risk.  Winter's 33rd hull is the second largest express sportfish to date by the custom North Carolina builder, only second to the 65 foot W-23 launched in 2017. The request for W-33 came from an owner who wanted to upgrade from a production twelve meter express sportfish to a fully custom versatile platform that affords the ability to travel far and yet have the option of cruising with a small crew. Based out of South Florida, she is also been tailored for sail fishing and extended cruising throughout the Bahamas.  Winter W-33 was build with an interior sleeping four with a forward master stateroom, guest cabin with two bunks to port-side, and a saloon and galley in between.  Winter 53 Express is powered by twin Man 1550hp and thanks to her lightweight twenty tons displacement is able to reach a top speed up to 44 knots. 

Technical Data: 

LOA - 16.17 m (53.1ft)

Beam - 4.97 m

Draft - 1.21 m

Displacement - 19958 kg

Fuel Capacity - 4542 l

Water Capacity - 757 l

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins, plus two berths in convertible saloon

Engines - 2 x Man V12 1550hp

Propulsion - line shaft with Twin Disc gear box and CJR five bladed propellers

Speed - 44 knots max, forty knots fast cruise, 36 knots cruise

Construction - cold moulded jig, plywood shell covered in fibreglass and epoxy resins, composite core decks and upper structure 

Certification - ABYC

www.wintercustomyachts.com

Huckins New Web Site

Huckins presents its new World wide web showroom. Still a family owned and managed business Huckins is today operated by the founders grand daughter Cindy Purcell and her husband Buddy Purcell, who before marrying Cindy worked with Huckins from 1971 onwards. Founded in 1928 by 1886 Boston born native Frank Pembroke Huckins in Jacksonville, Florida, starting straight away with an innovative driven focus. Frank came from a family running a Lumberyard business, and shows his innovative spirit, inventing one of the first planning hulls calling it the Quadraconic and with it develops and patents wood lamination methods, what will be called as Fairform Flyers. In the same 1928 year as the founding Huckins delivers his first hull #1 a 42 foot capable of reaching twenty knots with a pair of 125hp diesel engines sold to Goodrich, the tyre manufacturer.  In 1946 Huckins moves to its current location on the Ortega river.  In 1960 Huckins starts the cold moulding building method by starting to use fiberglass sheets over mahogany build hulls and later on covering them with resin.  In December 1968 Huckins launches the largest sportfish yacht of the time the 80 foot Sportman 80 hull #396, which is also the second largest Huckins build to date.  In 1976 Huckins builds the largest cored hull of the time using Airex closed-cell PVC for the Motoryacht 76 custom build yacht.  In 1984 Huckins build the largest outboard powered yacht the Outboard 50 yacht powered by four outboards and reaching speeds up to 33 knots.  This is followed two years later with the launch of Yachtfisherman 78, a 23 meter motor yacht with Arneson surface drives.  Huckins largest build to date was the 1980 launched Sportcruiser 86.  In 1996 Huckins introduces the classic looking semi-production Sportsman, Atlantic, and Ortega 44 models based on the lines of the models from the 1950s.  Today two of these three models are still in production along with the 2020 introduced Sportsman 38, Sportfisherman 44, Wombat 45, and Limwood 56 flagship model.  Huckins website takes you around with the following buttons; New Construction, Pre-Owned, Service and Parts, Company, News, Video, Gallery, and Contact.  Huckins is also on social media with top right buttons taking you to its; Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube pages.

www.huckinsyacht.com

Production History; (semi-production only)

Sedan 42 1928-38 (2)

Sedan 45 1929-49 (9)

Offshore 45 1929-33 (10)

Offshore 48 1930-34 (6)

Sportsman 25 1933-36 (8)

Offshore 38 1934-36 (5)

Offshore 30 1935 (2)

Offshore 40 1935-37 (4)

Sportsman 38 1935-47 (11)

Twin 36 1935-36 (4)

Sportsman 36 1936-48 (28)

Sedan 38 1940-47 (6)

Neptune 45 1946-52 (7)

Dog House 40 1947-50 (3)

Ortega 33 1948-50 (3)

Ortega 40 1950-1952 (15)

Pro Bono 34 1951 (2)

Limwood 52 1952-57 (7)

Limwood 53 1958-1967 (12)

Limwood 56 1964-71 (5)

Offshore 65 1965-68 (3)
Limwood 58 1966-71 (5)
Sport Cruiser 54 1979-80 (2)
Sport Cruiser 74 1982-83 (2)
Kirkline 58 1982-84 (3)
Sportfish 70 1988-96 (3)
Atlantic 44 1997-

Ortega 44 2002-

Linwood 56 2007-

Sportfishmerman 44 2011-

Sportsman 38 2020-

New Launch: Admiral 74.85 m

In 2022 Admiral launched the 74 meter super yacht its largest build to date, which overcomes by just one meter the 2018 launched Planet Nine. Title m/y Kensho this fully custom Admiral 74 meter came into life from an owners expression who sketched twelve lines of design in Winter 2016 and then directly oversaw the project in every detail, redefining the boundaries of space, integrating ideas of residential and marine design, creating a union of form and function. The owner’s intuition has also been able to unite a strong team made up of naval architects and designers; Azure from the Netherlands and German firm Archineers.Berlin for the exterior, Jouin Manku for interior, and the technical part followed by Technical Marine UK and Trappmann Consulting. The idea on the largest Admiral build was to forget about the traditional layouts, with state-of-the-art features such as a single crew corridor and gangways only on the upper deck and optimizing the volume for luxury guest areas. Full height glass and lowered bulwarks where used wherever possible while all outside decks with their own specific functionalities make this fully custom 74 meter Admiral complete and efficient, and comfortable. Azure and Archineers.Berlin redefined outside looks, fusing aesthetics and technical feasibility, designing an exciting exterior schema that pushes the edges of elegance and soft lines embracing the purest forms of functionality. No exterior item has been compromised to make room for the technical outfitting of the yacht creating an unparalleled organic shape that comes from an unexplored underwater world. The exterior of this Admiral 74 meter was followed in the sixteen guest cabin interior with the experience and the youthful enthusiasm of fresh eyed newcomers, posing fundamental questions that challenge naval tradition, synthesising superior solutions from residential and naval architecture to trace new lines for quality living at sea. Generous high ceilings, panoramic views, intelligent and modular configurations that adapt to enhance space, intimacy and comfort. The lighting, curated by Voyons Voir Lighting Design, recreates a soft environment recalling the lighthouse that gave hope to the navigators of the past at sea. Noble materials are artfully transformed into rounded and organic forms. Teak, marble, onyx, silk, wool, bronze and glass a diverse material palette deployed in a deeply personal and poetic expression of design. From her exterior hardscape to her soft touch interior, the narrative is coherent, seamless and contemporary; each element orchestrated by the agency.

Technical Data:

LOA - 74.85 m (245.5ft)

Beam - 12.8 m

Draft - 3.4 m

Displacement - 1,989 gt *volume

Fuel Capacity - 140,000 l

Accommodation - sixteen guests in eight cabins, twenty crew in twelve cabins

Engines - 2 x Cats C32 1300hp

Propulsion - Azimuth 

Speed - fifteen knots max thirteen cruise

Range - 4350 nm at cruise

Hull - full displacement

Construction - steel hull aluminium super structure

Project - Azure and Archineers.Berlin exterior, Jouin Manku interior

Certification - Lloyds 

www.admiral-yachts.com

Two Men Die from Carbon Monoxide Poison

Two men where found dead on a five meter sport cruiser titled m/y Emma Louise poisoned by carbon monoxide, in Port Hamble on the night of January eleven.   The two men; 44 year old William Traynor and his brother Martin Stevenson where found unconscious in the covered cockpit of the sport cruiser the following twelve January morning at 10:30 hours.  The two men where reported travelling from there homes in Slough to spend two nights onboard on January ten.  Leaving the engine on in order to generate power, including of which was a portable radiator.  Unfortunately the engine also generated carbon monoxide build up, with marina staff finding the two men dead after the wife of William was not getting an reply to her repeated phone calls on that morning.  The engine of the boat was still running when the marina staff arrived on the scene.

Carbon Monoxide dead is not so uncommon as one might think with five persons reported dead in the same way in the last decade.  Carbon Monoxide is near to impossible to detect also because it is colourless, odourless, and tasteless, therefore boaters are advised to install a CO alarm and always leave a minimum of ventilation.

This sport cruiser is a mid nineties produced Fletcher 18 GTS.  This five meter sport cruiser offered a double berth forward and is powered by a single petrol gas engine with stern drive propulsion usually of about 150hp.

Eighty Boats Destroyed in Marbella Boat Storage Fire

Over eighty boats from five to twelve meters in size where destroyed and or severely damaged in a boat storage facility fire which broke out at around 1900 hours of Wednesday eleven January, at La Bajdilla in Marbella, South East of Spain.  Thirty fire fighters fought the fire which was controlled in about two hours, this reported under control at 2100 hours of the same evening.  The causes of the fire are unknown, although unconfirmed reports are saying it started in an unattended warehouse workshop adjacent to the facility.

The La Bajdilla boat storage facility belongs to the Marina Marbella Group, a boat and yacht dealer with operations in Spain, United Kingdom, and Portugal, founded in 1965 by two Swede brothers Lars and Goran Sundberg. Today Marina Marbella is still owned by the Sundberg family and is distributor for the following six brands; Sea Ray, Frauscher, Wajer, Sessa, Solaris Power, and Filippetti.