New Model: Princess Y80

During the Cannes 2023 boat show in September, Princess debuted the new Y80, a pocket super yacht which replaces the Y78 after three years in production.  The new Y80 is the second sized Princess's four model Y-range which starts with the Y72 and goes up to the Y95 which launched in the end of 2022.  The Y80 is designed by automotive famous Italian Pininfarina studio and naval architecture coming from the four decades plus collaboration with Olesinski.  For this pocket-sized super yacht Pininfarina and Princess presented a very clean profile for a Mediterranean style both inside and outside, and a soft S-shear line which goes up slightly forward.  Below is also a traditional four cabins layout with the usual full beam owners stateroom at midships, a VIP suite forward, and two guest cabins in between.  The saloon gives an open space feel, further enhanced by the uninterrupted views provided by the floor to ceiling windows.  There is a certain cleanliness of the design which makes it modern yet cosy without feeling minimal.  The main deck also comes with a few options from the standard open galley which can be ordered to become enclosed by electrical move-up panels, and a choice for the aft deck, from the standard traditional forward looking C-shaped dinette to a veranda styled and glazed stern for open views.  The Princess Y80 is standard powered by twin Man 1650hp for speeds up to 29 knots and or 1900hp option for an extra three knots at wide open throttle.    

Technical Data:

LOA - 25.50 m (83.5ft) inc pulpit 

Length - 25.1 m ex. pulpit

Beam - 6.07 m

Draft - 1.77 m

Displacement - 68,729 kg medium load

Fuel Capacity - 7000 l

Water Capacity - 1401 l

Accommodation - eight guess in four cabins, three/four crew in two cabins

Engines - 2 x Man V12 1650hp, 1900hp

Propulsion - direct line shaft

Speed - 32 knots max with 1900hp, 29 knots max with 1650hp

Project - Pininfarina design, Olesinski naval architecture

www.princessyachts.com

Project: Galeon 480 Fly

Galeon continue to renew its thirteen to seventeen meter range, and after debuting the 560 and 440 Fly models in 2023, comes with the project for a new 480 Fly.  The latest Galeon models are recognizable by the endless glazing on the hull sides, and comes as a replacement to the 2016 launched 460 Fly.  Designed as most Galeon's of the last twenty or so years by Tony Castro, the 480 Fly features the Polish builders deck expansion flip over bulk-head tricks, port-side as standard with the starboard being an option, with an astern galley main deck layout, and three double cabins lower deck, with a full beam midships owners stateroom.  The Galeon 480 Fly is powered by twin Volvo 440hp which go up to optional 600hp engines.  It is not understood if IPS will be an option, but the first unit which is under going final construction phase is powered by shaft drives.  The Galeon 480 Fly is scheduled to debut in mid 2024.

www.galeon.pl

Benetti Super Yacht Partly Sinks in Fort Royal Isle Fort Lauderdale

A 35 meter Benetti super yacht titled m/y Pour Another partly sank near Fort Royal Isle and 34th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale at about 04:00 hours on the morning of tenth January.  The partly sank Benetti was assisted by Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue in the morning who responded with a dozen first responders and also surrounded the yacht with a pollution protection boon, with SeaTow coming later on the scene to re-float the yacht.  SeaTow reported no pollution happened from the partly sank yacht, with a small fuel spill occurring inside the bilges.  After the floating the Benetti yacht was planned to be taken about five nautical miles South at a yacht yard in New River for repairs.  The Benetti yacht was reported as doing maintenance works in its bilges on the evening before, with the crew noticing it going down in the early hours of the morning.  Pour Another is currently listed for sale at 5.2 million US$.

M/y Pour Another is a 2003 Benetti Classic 115 model.  Designed by Stefano Righini the Classic 115 was Benetti's first entry for a semi-production fiberglass series, with the result being a huge success of 27 units sold in an eight year production run 1998 to 2006. The Classic 115 evolved into the Classic 120 in 2007, and then again into the Classic 121 in 2011.

New Model: Magazzu M16

In December 2023, Magazzu launched its awaited modern and different first M16 unit.  Designed by Claudio Magazzu the M16 distinct's itself from previous Magazzu, offering a different and radical look, and is also build with semi-rigid tubes, and a full deep walk around design.  This  new Magazzu flagship feels less a rib, and more a yacht then previous models.  The Magazzu will also feature, thanks to its deep walk around design a full fore to aft deck use, with a centre console layout and exterior galley and dinette behind and covered by the T-top.  The cabin layout of the Magazzu M16 welcomes you below deck with an L-shaped settee, and features a master cabin forward, and a guest double berth at midships with  two heads. The Magazzu M-16 hull one is powered by twin Volvo 600hp with IPS pod drives, with an option for triple 600hp Mercury outboards and speeds up to fifty knots being available. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 16 m (52.4ft)

Beam - 4.80 m

Fuel Capacity - 2 x 1000 l

Water Capacity - 400 l

Max Persons - twenty

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D8 600hp, or triple Mercury 600hp petrol-gas outboard

Propulsion - Volvo forward looking IPS pod drives, or Mercury outboards

Speeds -  fifty knots max from triple 600hp Mercury

Project - Claudio Magazzu

Certification - CE B 

www.magazzu.com

Projects: Sialia 59 Runabout, Sialia 59 Sport, Sialia 59 Weekender

Following the launch of the Sialia 57 Deep Silence in 2023, this Polish yacht builder is a new name aiming at specializing in electric yachts powered by the Ampros electric propulsion.  The Sialia 59 platform is offered in three hull variants; Runabout, Sport and Weekender, with this last version being under construction and scheduled for a 2024 launch.  The Sialia 59s, like the 57 come from a design of Denis Popov with hull lines designed by Vripack, followed by an extra light carbon fibre construction.

The Sialia 59 Runabout is a genuine style icon, distinguished by its sleek lines and visually pleasing symmetry. Her standout feature is a wraparound windscreen that, along with a full bow, ensures optimal protection from the elements for guests and crew. In addition, the yacht offers several hardtop options to create a fully protected cockpit. The five meters short full beam maximizes interior volume, creating a spacious and lavish salon that rivals the opulent interiors of private jets.

The Sialia 59 Sport is a high-speed centre-console day cruiser designed for thrilling experiences on the water. Its spacious deck provides room for sunbathing and entertainment, creating an ideal setting for leisurely enjoyment. With a beach club featuring folding sides, a tender garage, and a protected four-person helm station, this yacht guarantees the ultimate silent driving experience. On the inside, the boat surprises with a welcoming space comprising a fully equipped pantry, a lounge area, a day head, and various berth options. The Sialia 59 Sport demonstrates its versatility with a variety of hardtop options and deck layouts, catering to individual preferences and specific boat uses.

The Sialia 59 Weekender is a top-of-the-range model, an all-around cruiser designed for exploration. Equipped with a spacious and air-conditioned cockpit, multiple lounge areas, and a wide beach club with folding sides, the yacht provides ample space for entertainment and relaxation. She features a garage capable of housing a 3.3-meter tender and a selection of water toys, providing fun adventures at anchor and while navigating. Her thoughtfully crafted layout encourages socializing and staying connected to the natural surroundings. She can comfortably accommodate up to twelve guests and sleep four overnight, allowing you to extend your cruise by several days.

www.sialia-yachts.com

New Model: Riviera 58 Sports Motor Yacht

Within the heart of Riviera’s state-of-the-art facility on Australia’s Gold Coast, the much anticipated 58 Sports Motor Yacht emerged for her first public reveal through a veil of theatrical fog and lights, cradled securely in the slings of a travel lift on eight December. A select group of invited owners and partners gained their very first glimpse of this exceptional yacht. Production of the 58 Sports Motor Yacht model was announced in May 2023, and the evening’s guests are the first in line for the future delivery of their new 58 SMYs. Riviera’s first Sports Motor Yacht model was the 68, launched just six years ago. Now, with the 58, the range extends to six magnificent models from fourteen to 22 meters. Riviera’s Sports Motor Yachts are uniquely specified craft that reward owners with endless adventures, enjoyed in ultimate luxury, and this new 58 offers all the Sports Motor Yacht essentials including all-water sports cockpit, walk-around side decks, foredeck lounge and entertaining zone, all-weather alfresco deck entertaining, and a spacious, luxurious saloon with internal staircase to a fully enclosed, air-conditioned flybridge and state-of-the-art helm. The accommodation deck is extremely spacious with three staterooms and three bathrooms. The full-beam master suite is pure luxury with a private bathroom and walk-in wardrobe, as well as an optional breakfast bar and fridge. An utility room or crew cabin is also located in between the engine and aft of the master room. As an utility room, diving and fishing gear can be passed down from the cockpit via the engine room and stowed; or you can use this space as a personalised laundry with a separate washer and dryer, easily accessed via the walk-in wardrobe in the master suite. Interiors are rich in quality and style with premium fabrics, in-vogue lounges, exquisitely hand-finished exotic timber cabinetry, and the comfort of plush carpet in all three staterooms.  The Riviera 58 Sports Motor Yacht is powered by twin Volvo 1000hp with IPS pods drive propulsion, 

Technical Data:

LOA - 19.71 m (61.8ft)

Hull Length - 17.9 m

Beam - 5.67 m

Draft - 1.7 m includes drives and propellers

Displacement - 36,500 kg unloaded

Fuel Capacity - 4500 l

Water Capacity - 800 l

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

Engines - 2 x Volvo D13 1000hp

Propulsion - Volvo forward looking IPS pod drives

Speed -

Certification - ISO8666 for dimensions

www.riviera.com.au

Super Yacht Saved from Fire in Aventura Florida

Fire fighters from Miami-Dade Fire Rescue responded to a 24 meter Lazzara super yacht which caught fire in Williams Island, Island Boulevard, Aventura, Florida on 0600 hours of the morning of Sunday seventh January.  Fire Rescue received a call from a nearby condo which reported that they heard an explosion first, and saw the yacht on fire some seconds later.  When arriving on the scene the Miami-Dade Fire fighters found a fire on the fore-deck of the yacht, with this controlled and put out.  No injuries where reposted with the yacht being unattended during the fire.  The cause of the fire are under investigation.

The yacht in this is fire is a Lazzara 80 SC model as produced from 2002 to 2006 to an inhouse design with interiors by Christian Delashmutt.  Lazzara build five 80 SC and twenty 80 Sky Lounge, for a total of 25 hulls of the series.  The Lazzara 80 SC and 80 Sky Lounge came out as a replacement of the 80, and evolved into the 84 in 2006.

Spencer Yachts New Web Site

Spencer Yachts from Wanchese, North Carolina presents its new World wide web showroom.  Paul Spencer got his hands in boat building in 1996 when he founded the company with his name in that year.  Like other custom sportfish builders from Carolina, Paul Spencer entered boat building from a charter captain career and out of necessity of building his next boat, replacing the getting tired ten year old 55 foot single engine charter vessel build by his father in law Sheldon Midgett in frame and plank wood.  Paul's idea was to follow in the footsteps of local Carolina captain Buddy Cannady who build a boat, kept it a year or two and sold it.  For doing this Paul mortgaged his home, and build his first shed without electricity and water, and in 1997 launched Spencer Yachts hull.one, the 59 feet sportfish yacht powered by twin 800hp Cat engines originally titled Sizzler, which Paul designed with help from Mike Lohr, and only kept for a Summer.  Hull two comes the following year, an order from the family who bought hull one, what will be a two feet bigger and more luxurious fitted sportfish yacht.  Up till 2000 Paul will build a sportfish yacht a year, but things will get busy from 2001, when the five boats a year average build schedule starts, making Spencer Yachts as the most busy of the custom cold moulded build sport fish yachts delivering over one hundred builds in under twenty years.  Spencer has since 1997 build boats and yachts from a 26ft semi-production centre-console, and custom builds from the twin outboard powered 37ft hull.71 to the 87ft hull.78 in 2012 and the 90ft hull.86 from 2014. Paul Spencer unlike most custom sportfish builders also likes to experiment with propulsion building both jet drives and IPS propulsion custom builds for customers.  His first IPS pod boat came in 2007, in the early years of Volvo's inboard propulsion system with the 43 Express hull.43 which was followed by seven other IPS pod hulls including the triple powered 70 Volvo hull.76 launched in 2010.  Spencer also entered jet propulsion in 2019 with the 50 Jet hull.104, which was followed by hull.222 63ft sportfish yacht in 2021, with both units reaching fifty knots top speeds.  Today Paul runs Spencer Yachts with the help of his children Paul and Cliff.  Spencer new website takes you around with the following buttons; Custom Yachts, Marine Services, Fabrication, News and Events, Media, Store, and About Spencer. Spencer Yachts is also in social media with bottom page button taking you to its; Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube pages.

www.spenceryachtsinc.com

Spencer 59ft Hull.1 1997

Cruise Liner Breaks Mooring and Damages Marina in Siracusa

Gale force winds followed by a tornado gusting fifty knots of wind on 12:50 hours of Saturday sixth January broke the mooring lines to the MSC Sinfonia cruise liner, with this ending on the Marina Yachting pontoons, Porto Grande, Siracusa, on the East side Ionian sea of Sicily.  With the collision MSC Sinfonia is reported to have sunk two boats, caused damage to other boats and yachts, and to the marina.  No one was injured in the collision, with the 275 meters, 58174 gross tonnage cruise liner needing four tugs to put her back in its place.  MSC Sinfonia was on a technical stop in Siracusa, boarded only by technical crew and without any guests onboard.

In the below photo we can see a Conam 52 Chrono and a Sacs Strider 45 Gran Turismo involved with the pile up at Marina Yachting, following the collision by the cruise ship.  Marina Yachting in Siracusa opened its doors in the early 2000s, and has accommodation for up to 150 boats and yachts.

Bertram Yacht Sinks in San Pedro California

A twenty meter Bertram yachts sank at the dock in San Pedro, California on fifth January.  The Bertram yacht was unattended during the sinking, and fuel loaded of eight thousand litres of diesel in its tanks plus extra tanks onboard, as it was reported to be planning a two thousand nautical miles plus of crossing to Hawaii next week.  Following the sinking the Bertram was protected by a pollution protecting boon.  Unconfirmed social media news said the yacht was taking on water for a day or two before it eventually sank.

The Bertram in this sinking is the 58 Motor Yacht, custom extended with an extra ten foot of hull and cockpit added aft.  Designed by Dave Napier the Bertram 58 Motor Yacht launched in 1976 and was produced for ten years till 86.  Bertram Motor Yacht range featured three models over the years debuting in 1971 with the 46, added with the 42 in 1973, and then the 58 in 76.  The Bertram Motor Yacht series was produced till 1987.