B is for Build Classic Riva Sinks

B is for Build vlog classic twelve meter Riva titled m/y B is for Boat sank on Thursday eighteen January in Riverplace Marina, Portland, Vancouver.  The cause of the sinking as reported on B is for Build YouTube vlog was a raw water inlet pipe in the engine room which froze due to cold weather, and a water filter cannister which cracked open with the ice.  B is for Build made two videos about the sinking, the  first going into the news about the sinking, and the second showing the re-float of the classic Riva.  B is for Boat was floated back in it's berth, with the plan being to take her to a boat yard, and Chris promising a rebuild of his classic Riva sport cruiser. 

B is for Boat is a 1990 Riva 43 Tropicana.  Designed by Giorgio Barilani, the Riva 43 Tropicana was produced from 1989 to 97 in 53 units, a sport cruiser design hull based on the 42 Malibu and 42 Caribe, with all these coming from a length extended 38 Bravo hull released in 1979.  B is for Boat was repowered in Spring 2021 with twin petrol gas LSX 750hp from previous Cummins 420hp diesels.

New Launch: Codecasa Classic Yacht 24 hull F242

Codecasa Shipyards are pleased to announce the launching of the Classic Yacht 24, hull number F242 and titled by its ownership as m/y Vero. The launching of this classic looking Codecasa was made on Monday eighteen December 2023 in Viareggio. This beautiful classic inspired yacht is a unique and customized model built with love and passion exclusively for an Asian client introduced by Camper and Nicholsons. Codecasa hull F242 features classic looking lines and a timeless elegance, and is the result from Italian designer Luca Dini. The hull was designed by Names Studio of Francesco Rogantin in collaboration with Codecasa Shipyards and guarantees excellent performance. Powered by twin Man 1550hp engines Codecasa Classic Yacht 24 can reach maximum speeds of 25 knots and has a range over two thousand nautical miles at nine knots. The interiors feature a saloon and the owner’s stateroom on the main deck deck, with three en-suited guest cabins on the lower deck.  Two crew cabins with twin berths are located aft.  This project was initially presented by Cantieri di Pisa in 2016 as the Kitalpha 22, with the first unit announced sold in the Cannes show of that year.  Financial difficulties for Cantieri di Pisa meant the Kitalpha 22 construction never passed the initial project phase with Codecasa taking on Luca Dini project on 2020, extending it by two meters and modifying it to become the Classic Yacht 24.  

Technical Data:

LOA - 24 m (78.7ft)

Beam - 6.50 m

Draft - 1.40 m

Displacement - 90 t loaded

Fuel Capacity - 10,000 l

Water Capacity - 2,000 l

Accommodation - eight guests in four cabins, four crew in two cabins

Engines - 2 x Man D2862LE426 V12 1550hp

Propulsion - line shafts with Detra propellers

Speed - 25 knots max, nine knots long range cruise

Range - two nautical miles at nine knots

Construction - aluminium 5083 H111/H381

Project - Luca Dini exterior, Francesco Rogantin hull shape naval architecture

Certification - Rina C Hull Mach Y unrestricted service

www.codecasayachts.com

Project: Tiara EX 54

Tiara present the project for a new EX 54, its second model of the EX line and what follows in less to two years the debut of the EX 60, the Holland Michigan boat builder current flagship and largest ever build to date.  A fully enclosed sport yacht with conservative looks and entertainment utilitarian amenities, the EX 54 is very similar to the EX 60 in both looks and substance albeit a bit smaller in size, and comes with the same modular aft cockpit selections, although in this new project these are reduced to three against the five of the two meters bigger sister. The EX 54 will feature the same three double cabins layout with two heads, with a full beam midships owners stateroom, a VIP suite forward, and third cabin with bunk berths layout.  The main deck is  reserved for entertainment, with flip down bulkheads serving the lower part of the aft cockpit. The three choices for the aft cockpit revolve the lower part in between the lower and two step upper part with choices involving the aft settee looking forward as standard, which can be ordered as an aft adventure unit, or glass patio with modular settee.  The Tiara EX 54 is to be powered by twin Volvo 725hp with IPS pod drives propulsion.  

www.tiarayachts.com

New Model: Itama 45RS

Itama 45RS came out in Summer 2023, a new update which follows the 45S presented in mid 2017, and the third version of the 45 model which debuted in 2011.  The new Itama 45RS features three important updates to the 45S, updated two cabin layout with larger shower head, renewed helm station dash, and flush hatches on the fore-deck.  The Itama 45RS cabin layout has been redesigned to offer a larger shower head, located in the same port-side area of the previous model, but now longer in length.  Ferretti Group did this by moving the galley to port side from starboard, and the L-shaped dinette the other way round.  The 45RS new helm station dashboard is redesigned to feature two twelve-inch multi-function displays which can be upgraded to twin sixteen-inch in the optional version.  The helm station is also now finished in carbon-fibre, with a wheel clad in fabric coordinated with the outdoor upholstery or alternatively on request in teak.  For the remaining the Itama 45RS keeps the features of the 45S, including the central windscreen opening which also creates a comfortable and safe passageway to the foredeck.  The Itama 45RS is powered like the 45S from twin Cummins 550hp on integrated U-drive line shafts for top speeds up to 34 knots, and a cruise of 29 knots for a range up to 200 nautical miles. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 13.82 m (45.4ft)
Hull Length - 12.48 m
Waterline Length - 10.84 m
Beam - 3.95 m
Draft - 1.33 m
Displacement - 12,200 kg unloaded, 15,200 kg loaded
Fuel Capacity - 1130 l
Water Capacity - 330 l
Accommodation - four berths in two cabins, or two berths in one cabin
Max Persons - 12
Engines - 2 x Cummins QSB 6.7 550hp
Propulsion - line shaft
Speed - 34 knots max 29 knots cruise
Range - 200 nm at 29 knots cruise
Project - Marco Casali, Ferretti Group Engineering

www.itama-yacht.com

Lightning Strike Sets Sea Ray Yacht on Fire

A seventeen meter Sea Ray sport yacht titled m/y No Mas went on fire after it was struck by lightning while berthed in the canals of Cape Coral, Florida on Monday fifteen January.  A strong tornado with thunder storms and heavy rains hit South West Florida, causing damage and 64 cancelled and 173 delayed flights on the day.  Cape Coral Fire Department fast responded to the fire, saving the Sea Ray from fully burning down.  

The same Sea Ray seventeen meter sport yacht returned to social media news as it was reported in colliding with piers and other boats in a towing on the thirtieth March.  

No Mas is a 2007 Sea Ray 55 Sundancer.  Launching in the fall of 2007 the 55 Sundancer is a two stateroom hard-top sport yacht which with twin Man 800hp engines reaches speeds up to thirty knots.  The Sea Ray 55 Sundancer came out as a replacement to the 550 Sundancer, and evolved into the 580 Sundancer in the fall of 2009, recognizable by the hull window glazing and the up-down extended bathing platform.

Project: Boston Boatworks BB44

Boston Boatworks introduces the BB44, the second model in the company’s Offshore Express Cruiser Series. The BB44 unites Doug Zurn’s acclaimed aesthetic refinement with the interior mastery of Winch Design and realizes this collaboration’s full potential through Boston Boatworks’ craftsmanship. The series-priced BB44 blends the efficiencies of Boston Boatworks’ experience in limited production, composite technology, and best methods and materials in manufacturing to produce a boat that rivals custom-built. The BB44 is configured for discerning cruising couples, families and guests who appreciate a safe, comfortable, functional ocean-worthy yacht well-appointed for enjoying day-use activities. The owner’s exclusive stateroom has private entry to a generous head and shower and features a queen-sized bed that slides aft to make servicing and changing linens easy. For kids and adult guests, the salon and pilot house tables lower to become double beds, curtained for privacy and both have independent night-time access to the head.  Alternatively this lower salon can also be ordered as a fully enclosed second stateroom.  Zurn’s hulls are known for their smooth, dry ride even at the BB44’s estimated top speed of 36 knots. Winch Design’s innovative living spaces draw in abundant light and fresh air, yielding an interior that is bright, spacious, functional, and elegant. The standard BB44 is powered by twin Volvo with stern drives. Hulls No. 1 and No. 2 are currently in production, with anticipated launch dates of late summer and October 2024, respectively.

www.bostonboatworks.com

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