Dusseldorf 2024 Boat Show Preview

Its that important time of January when the Dusseldorf's boat show, what is the largest fully enclosed and internal featured exhibition sets the stage.  The 2024 edition of Dusseldorf starts on Saturday twenty and will end on Sunday 28 January what is nine days of boating paradise for an international community.  Debuting new models to be presented in Dusseldorf 2024 for the first time are the following; Botnia Targa 41, Fairline Targa 40, Omikron OT60, Solaris 52 Coupe, WallyPower50, and Windy 29 Huracan. 

www.boot.com

The Boot which is the short name the Dusseldorf boat show made it's signature over the years debuted in November 1969 in Fisherstrabe, Dusseldorf.  An idea of Kurt Schoop the first Boot edition was called NOWEA acronym for Nordwestdeutsche Ausstellungsgesellschaft which translates to North-West-German Exhibiting Company had 34,000 visitors, with 116 exhibitors from seven nations showing boats and yachts and related products.  For it's second edition the following year, the Boot name starts to be used with exhibitors expanding to 183 from 25 nations.  In 1972 the Boot moved to its current location to the North of Dusseldorf and in close proximity to the airport, in an area with 50,000 square metres of space and also changed to its current January dates. This move will put the Boot in the World Boat show map and in the following year sets a new record of 307 exhibitors from 41 countries which will welcome a total of 85,751 visitors.  The visitors record will keep going up with 207,000 in 1977, and then 247,000 in 2016 its current record.  Another area of expansion has been that of the always expanding size of the Boot with the largest ever featured yacht coming in 2006 from the German build Kaiserwerft 40.5 Baron forty meter of length super yacht.  Dusseldorf only cancellation came in the 2021 and 22 Covid pandemic years, with a risk cancellation coming in 2003 and the Rhine floods of that Winter.

New Model: Omikron Yachts OT-60

Olympic Marine a renowned Greek ship-yacht repair yard presents its Omikron Yachts brand, debuting its first OT-60 production model. Designed by Juan Kouyoumdjian for hull shape, Lorenzo Argento exterior and interior, Ciarmoli Queda interior style the Omikron OT-60 proposes a vision of sustainability by combining the quiet, easy-going lifestyle and efficiency of sailing with the convenience and space of a motor yacht, renewing the slow explorer yachting and traditional Eastern Mediterranean seagoing style.  With efficient engines and a custom efficient hull design by Juan Kouyoumdjian the OT-60 is optimized for cruising at ten to tewelve knots, while eight knots will give a 1000 nautical miles range, consuming just 1.5 litres per nautical mile. Both the propulsion and hull shape are optimized for minimum disturbance, for a silent, stable and serene cruising experience which becomes a time to relax and recharge, as on a sailboat. The exterior design and the interior layout are the work of Lorenzo Argento, interior styling is curated by Ciarmoli Queda Studio. The Owner’s Version, offers three-cabins layout, with the Owner’s suite that stretches across the wide beam to permit lounging and storage on both sides of the large bed, as well as a desk area. A private bathroom and closet space are included in the suite, which has impressive head room. The Charter Version has a four-cabin layout that offers in the bow two doubles with beds for couples, each with its own en-suite head, moving the owner amidships.  A crew cabin for one or two persons is available as optional.  The Omikron OT-60 has started with a good start with the fifth currently under construction.

Technical Data:

LOA - 18.41 m (61.4ft)

Beam - 6.06 m

Draft - 0.86 m

Displacement - 20 t unloaded

Fuel Capacity - 1200 l

Water Capacity - 600 l

Accommodation - six berths in three cabins, or eight berths in four cabins

Engines - 2 x Yanmar 4LV 150hp, 250hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - sixteen knots max with 250hp, eight knots long range

Range - 1200 nautical miles at eight knots

Construction - resin infused composite fiberglass and carbon-fiber

Project - Juan Kouyoumdjian hull shape, Lorenzo Argento exterior and interior, Ciarmoli Queda interior style

Certification - CE A12, C30

www.omikronyachts.com

Solaris Power New Web Site

Solaris Power presents its new web site.  Solaris Power arrived in 2019 as the motor boat and yachting arm of Solaris sailing yachts.  Solaris started out as the sailing yacht brand of Se.Ri.Gi which was founded in 1974 by Puntin and De Cesco in Aquileia by the River Natissa, on the Northern East part of Italy and the Adriatic sea, what is still the home for sail yachts production.  In the first two years Serigi is a sub-contractor to other builders fitting out sailing boats mostly those for Benello from Livorno, debuting the Solaris name and its first sailing yacht, the 37 designed by Frans Maas three years later in 1977. The first Solaris is followed by a second 47 model designed by Sparkman and Stephens two years later, which was based on the Illiria 46 from Benello who ceases operation in 1977 following the dead of Giacomo Benello the owner.  Solaris will keep expanding its sailing yacht line with a Frans Maas designed 39 in 1981, and the Zero line as designed by Doug Peterson which debuts with the 65 model in 1987 and is followed by a raised saloon Zero 76 in 1995.  In 2001 Solaris presents a fully dedicated racing sail machine with the IMS 52 Mascalzone Latino as designed by Bruce Farr.  In 2006 Solaris debuts its modern looking Bill Tripp designed 48 model, showing the North East Italian builder new design language.  The current Solaris sail yachts designer Javier Soto starts in 2013 with the 72 Classic, evolving Tripp's design language and since then has designed all the sailing yachts by the North East Italy yacht builder from fifteen to 33 meters.  Giuseppe Giuliani takes over Solaris in the end of 2010, and since then has expanded it to ever new heights, not only by expanding the sailing yacht line buy by also debuting the motor boat Power line in 2019, and purchasing semi-custom sail yacht specialist CNB which was founded in 1987 and since 1992 has been owned by Beneteau Group.  Giuliani enters boat building in 1973, when he funds Cantieri del Pardo Grand Soleil, and in 1998 will also buy Dufour from France, to then sell all to a US investment firm in 2006.  Solaris first motor boat comes in 1997 when it gets a one off commission for a traditional down-east lobster boat looking 47 Express Cruiser as designed by Bruce King and build in cold moulding.  After this one off motor boat it will take 22 years for Solaris Power to arrive with Giuliani first updating his high-end Performance Boats establishment in Forli he created in 2008 to accommodate motor boat construction, and team up with Norberto Ferretti and yacht designer and naval architect Brunello Acampora.  Norberto will leave the project in 2020, while Brunello Acampora has since then designed all the eleven models of the Power line.  Solaris Power line debuts with the 55 Lobster in early 2019 which is followed by the 48 Open on the fall of that same year, 48 Flybridge in 2020, and the 48 Lobster in early 2021.  Solaris Power currently offers eleven models divided into the three; Open, Coupe and Lobster, and Flybridge lines, which start from the 40 Open and go up to the still in project 60 Open, with its latest model being the 52 Open which was presented in 2023. In 2019 Solaris Power also showed a project for a 78 Lobster, although its current largest build to date is the 57 Lobster which debuted the Power line in 2019, then named as the 55 Lobster model. Solaris Power new web site takes you around with the following buttons; Yachts, Why Solaris, Yard, Press and Video, News, and Contacts.  Solaris Power is also on social media with bottom page buttons taking you to its Instagram, Facebook, Linkedin, and YouTube pages.

www.solarispower.com

Production History; (motor boats only)

47 Express Cruiser 1997 (1)

57 Lobster 2019- *55 Lobster project *Brunello Acampora design 

48 Open 2019-

48 Flybridge 2020-

48 Lobster 2021-

44 Open 2021-

40 Open 2022-

52 Open 2023-

52 Coupe 2024- 

1997 Solaris 47 Express Cruiser (one off)

Project: Antonini Seamore 33

Antonini Navi announces the sale for the semi-custom 33 metre Seamore.  A new superyacht chosen by an Italian owner, with a planned launch for early 2025, and then to be presented at the Cannes Yachting Festival in the fall of that year.  Seamore 33 is the first of a semi-custom series built in steel and aluminium.  With this new order, the La Spezia-based shipyard, founded in 2020 by Gruppo Antonini in partnership with Aldo Manna, sets a wider-ranging project in motion that will see Antonini Navi build and market this model, with its original, trendy styling, as a series-produced but highly customisable product.  Gruppo Antonini and Antonini Navi’s know-how in steel and aluminium metalwork will make it possible, starting from the same platform to modify the superstructure and sections of the hull, thanks in part to the intrinsic characteristics of the metal.  The project will be developed by the shipyard’s Technical Office together with Hydro Tec on exterior line design, naval architecture and engineering, while Hot Lab will handle interior designs.  The hull profile features a high, dominant bow that gives the design a sleek and sporty feel, while the volumes of the superstructure contribute to an elegant, maritime look.  The concept involves areas designed to be totally versatile and flexible, giving priority to open spaces that create unique settings for sharing and conviviality among guests. One of the most interesting features of Seamore 33 is the more than 150-square-metre open-air living space on the main deck, much of which can be closed off if needed by sliding pocket windows fitted flush with the deck.  Starting from the stern platform and extending for over 18 metres towards the bow, the unit offers a unique perception of the yacht’s seamless spaces and volumes. This huge outdoor area is joined by a further 160 square metres of al fresco space on the upper deck, of which 50 are shaded by an elegant hard-top.  The interiors stand out for their unique design, featuring a perfect balance between classic elegance and modern innovation, where strong, noble teak wood plays a key role paired with delicate pastel colours that tend towards shades of sage green, creating an atmosphere of calm and harmony with the sea.  These successes consolidate Antonini Navi as a niche brand in the construction of luxury custom super yachts

www.antonininavi.com

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