Project: Galeon 780 Crystal

Just coming from the launching of its new current flagship the 700 Raptor, Galeon continues to upgrade its range to bigger dimensions with the introduction of the 780 Crystal project. Another eight feet plus in size for the Polish Strazyn builder, and only two feet away of what is often referred to as a pocket super yacht. This expansion to bigger sizes has been impressive for Galeon in the last two years with the 640 Fly launched in 2008, followed by the 700 Raptor for this year. So far Galeon is very tight lipped on details for its future flagship, although we can say that the hull mould is in a near to a completed construction phase. If all goes well I give a maximum of two years for this project to be presented for reality. Watch this spot for more.

www.galeon.pl

New Model: Ocean Alexander 68 Pilothouse Motoryacht Series

Ocean Alexander continue to expand its Motoryacht series line by launching the new 68 Pilothouse, which offers a design echoing modernity with a classic touch. Coming from two important novelties in recent times that of launching its important Megayacht Series on the upside scale, and also presenting its entry level Trawler Series explorer yachts range which challenges other famous builders in this new challenging and growing segment. The 68 is a mid range motor yacht which feels like a small ship, and has a semi planning hull which should give medium speeds in the twenty knots region. Inside the 68 Pilothouse Motoryacht layout is a three cabin, with an owner suite located mid ship featuring a separate entrance stair case, and full view circular windows on both sides. A VIP suite is located to fore, and another double guest cabin also with its own bathroom is located to port side. A single crew cabin with single berth is located aft. The saloon is a split level offering an entertaining saloon on the lower level welcoming area, and an open galley, a dining table for six and central located pilot house in the raised area. Worth to note that everything on the 68 feels like coming from bigger sized yachts from the mooring cleats to the feeling large flybridge area which is covered for half of its space by a fiberglass hard top. Power is from twin standard MTU 825hp, up to a more powerful optional choice of 1200hp also by the German engine producer.
Technical Data:
LOA - 21.81 m (71.7ft)

Waterline Length - 18.16 m

Beam - 5.64 m

Draft - 1.52 m

Displacement - 46000 kg

Fuel Capacity - 5300 l

Water Capacity - 1134 l

Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins, 1 crew cabin

Engines - 2 x MTU 825hp, 1200hp

Propulsion - in line shaft

Construction - hand laid fiberglass with solid bottom, and Airex PVC core on side

www.oceanalexander.com

Propulsion: Steyr Motors EDS System

This sophisticated mechanical device gives the boat owners the opportunity to engage a mechanical rack mover by a shifting cable in case of emergency. This can be for example a complete breakdown of the board electric system including engine, and engine control panel. Finally the Steyr engine will run the boat home on a safety mode. For the time being there is no other electronically controlled marine engine besides a Steyr Diesel on the market which offers this feature. The EDS guarantees the highest safety standard and makes you independent from any other complicated additional propulsion system. This Steyr option has been developed specifically to satisfy the highest requirements of life and rescue boat builders for their SOLAS related products. There is also a high demand and many inquiries from leisure boat builders and blue water sailboat owner who want to offer the maximum safety available on the market. EDS Mechanical Energy Drive System is worldwide unique and available for the whole range of Steyr Marine Diesel 4 and 6 cylinder engines, based on Mono block and High Pressure Unit Injectors fully developed its own engineering department. It is representing the most innovative and professional backup solution for all kind of applications for commercial and leisure boat operation.

www.steyr-motors.com

New Model: Fountaine Pajot 40 Summerland

French Catamaran specialist Fountaine Pajot presents the 40 Summerland, its third power model to go into production. Designed for cruising by Joubert-Nivelt also the designers for the previous two power catamaran models to come from the French builder, the new 40 Summerland offers great comfort in terms of navigation and life on board, featuring open spaces, a sheltered cockpit, and direct safe access areas which make for easy relaxing trips. The flybridge of the 40 Summerland offers a full relaxation area equipped with a sundeck, wide seats and helm station to starboard. Entrance to the interior is through a patio door, here all being flush level with the exterior, making for easy communications with the aft deck outside, and the inside living area. The saloon in the 40 Summerland has well defined areas where you will find the light and comfort of bigger boats, and features a dinette to port which can accommodate six persons, a fully fitted galley opposite to starboard, and the central located main lower helm station. Privacy is a key element for the lower deck of the new medium sized power catamaran Fountaine Pajot. The owners suite located to starboard has a fully independent entrance with its double berth positioned to the beam, a beauty desk, and a private shower head. To port side are two separate guest cabins which share a shower head located in between. The two cabins are a twin single to fore, and a double VIP to mid ship. Standard power for the 40 Summerland is twin Volvo D3 150hp engines, with a higher rated D6 260hp available as optionals. The standard engines give a top speed of 18 knots and a cruise of 13 knots. Fountaine Pajot has also some super numbers for its new medium sized Power Catamaran, which at its best economic 7 knots cruise consumes only 10.6 litres per hour and totals 1000 nautical miles on a tank.
Technical Data:

LOA - 12.19 m (40ft)

Beam - 5.35 m

Draft - 1.04 m

Displacement - 12 t unloaded

Fuel Capacity - 2 x 700 l

Water Capacity - 598

Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D3 150hp, D4 260hp

Propulsion - in line shaft

Speed - 18 knots max, 13 knots cruise with D3s 150hp

Range - 500 nm @ 13 knots, 1000 nm @ 7 knots

Design - Joubert-Nivelt, Coste Design & Partners

www.fountaine-pajot.com

Improve-it = Atlantis 50x4

Following its introduction in the Azimut Benetti Group Yachting Gala in June 2008, the 50x4 from the Atlantis brand is now offered with further options and improvements to the inside for the interior, and for its power choices that is the heart of this versatile sport yacht. Atlantis proposes now the 50x4 with a new restyling of the area below decks, which concerns the décor offering more classic taste, and higher quality materials. The 50x4 has also been upgraded with new engine options, now offered with an optional twin Cat C9 575hp choice propelled with aft looking ZF Zeus pods, adding more power to the standard unit of the twin Volvo's 435hp IPS propulsion set up. Performance with this new engine option is for a 36 knots top speed, that is 6 knots more to the standard IPS set up.

www.azimutyachts.com

New Model: Beneteau 30 Antares

For the fall of this year French builder Beneteau decided to change the Antares range with all models over nine meters having there designation change in feet size. For the 30 Antares the French builder decided for a full replacement to the nine series, upgrading and renovating it to a new model. The 30 Antares is an innovative motor cruiser, challenging a size and style of the market, that of an entry level flybridge abandoned today by most European motor boat builders. Designed by Sarazin the new small Antares has modern looks to it with an extended flybridge covering the cockpit and an elegant looking windshield. The new small Antares is also about options giving choice to the buyer of a second central helm station up top with L-shaped settee, or replaced by a fully dedicated entertainment area, with sun pad and settee table. A further S hardtop version with patio door is also in the works, and should be launched before the end of the year. Watch PowerYachtBlog for more information on this project. Inside the 30 Antares is also a comfortable cruiser offering four berths in two cabins plus a convertible extra double bed. The main deck welcomes you in the comfort zone with the C-shaped settee which converts to an additional double berth, galley, and lower main helm station. Below is dedicated to the sleeping quarters with the owners cabin to fore featuring a queen size berth, double bunk guest cabin, and a shower head. Power is by a single Yanmar 380hp, the French Group in recent times taking this more economic choice for its smaller models.

Technical Data:

LOA - 10.22 m (33.5ft)

Hull Length - 9.20 m

Beam - 3.39 m

Draft - 0.95 m

Displacement - 4960 kg

Fuel Capacity - 375 l

Water Capacity - 145 l

Accommodation - 4 + 2 berths

Max Persons - 8

Engine - 1 x Yanmar 6LY3 380hp

Propulsion - shaft line

Construction - sandwich fibreglass, polyester resin with balsa

Project - Sarazin Design, Beneteau Design Team hull

Certification - CE B8, C10

www.beneteau.com

New Model: Tecnomar 41 Nadara RPH

After launching the record breaking triple decked 43 Nadara, Tecnomar continue 2009 by presenting big fiberglass super builds, and follows its current flagship with a slightly smaller 41 Nadara RPH. This new Tecnomar is a two deck and a half flybridge super yacht with a raised pilot house. This solution gives the benefit of having a fully dedicated main deck for the owners conveniences. The owner of hull number one of the 41 Nadara opted for the main deck to be dedicated fully to entertainment with a large saloon featuring two large sofas upon entrance, a separate galley, and a dining area to fore. Below is reserved for the five guest cabins, with the full beam owners suite first to present itself after the descending of the stairs. The other four cabins, are located further aft, being the two VIP suites, and two double single berths. Crew area is located to fore with four cabins for seven, three shower heads, and a lobby. Performance is a 28 knots top speed with twin MTU 2880hp, but a bigger engine choice of 3200hp is available which gives a higher 30 knots at wide open throttle.
Technical Data:
LOA - 41.60 m (136.4ft)
Beam - 7.44 m
Displacement - 125 t
Fuel Capacity - 18000 l
Water Capacity - 2000 l
Accommodation - 10 guest berths in 5 cabins, 7 crew in 4 cabins
Engines - 2 x MTU 16v 396 2880hp, 12v M90 3200hp
Propulsion - in line shaft
Speed - 28 knots max, 25 knots cruising with 2880hp, 30 knots with 3200hp
 Construction - GRP
Project - Tecnomar

www.tecnomar.com

Class 1 - Fazza Hat Trick

Race 1

Fazza completed the double by claiming their fifth win of the season in race 1 of the Class 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, after qualifying in Pole Position earlier in the day. Team-mates Victory 1 finished in second place ahead of Sea Dubai-C.A.M. giving Class 1 debutant Ahmed Al Hameli and Giovanni Carpitella their first Class 1 podiums.

Leading from start-to-finish, Fazza blew away their rivals to finish more than 25 seconds ahead of Victory 1. The win see’s Fazza move ahead of their team-mates by just one point in the World Championship standings.

Despite an impressive start for Victory 1, moving up from fourth to second by the first turn, they were unable to match the blistering pace of Fazza, but claimed their sixth podium of the season, finishing second.

Class 1 debutant Al Hameli and Carpitella, Sea Dubai-C.A.M., claimed an outstanding third place. Making the most of the rough conditions on the start run, they reached the first mark alongside the leaders. They fell behind Maritimo after both had run their initial long-laps but moved back into third when Maritimo stopped on lap 5. On the last four laps they had to withstand a determined charge from Welmax, who were closing the gap with each lap, to claim a thoroughly deserved podium place.

A supercharger failure ended Maritimo 11 race early, having just moved up into third place. The stoppage frustrated the pair as this was the second race in a row that an engine problem forced them to retire when running in a podium position. Welmax put a slow start behind them to take fourth place, less than three seconds off the podium and see’s them move into third place in the World Championship standings. The performance was the all the more impressive by the all-Norwegian crew after a miscommunication had seen them run three long-laps, as opposed to the mandatory two.

A wretched race for Giorgioffshore, after qualifying in an impressive third place, saw them finish fifth. A trim problem on the start run in the rough water outside the island prevented them from staying with the leaders at the start and then a fuel pump problem prevented them from hitting top speed, losing up to five seconds a lap.

Foresti & Suardi – Roscioli Hotels came in sixth place to maintain the consistency of finishing all races this season in the points and maintain their fifth place in the championship. There was also frustration for Victory 7 when a fuel problem ended their race on lap nine when running in third place.

Race 2

Fazza completed the hat-trick by winning race 2 of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, to add to their Pole Position and race wins yesterday. Their sixth win of the season came after a frenetic start which saw all boats except Maritimo handed a penalty long-lap for jumping the start. For the third race in succession Victory 1 had to settle for second place behind their team-mates, after a tight battle with Welmax who finished third. Fazza Bin Hendi and Al Zafeen, who have now won seven out of nine races since being paired together at the beginning of the 2008 season, did not have the race all their own way and a coming together on the start run with Victory 1 could have ended their race before it had started. Despite this collision they turned the first corner in the lead and then were able to use their superior speed to pull away, completing the 15 lap course in 41mins 47.60secs, to take the win and extend their World Championship lead to eight points.

Victory 1, who started the weekend at the top of the World Championship standings, just could not live with the pace of the race winners. After the impact with Fazza they found themselves in third place and behind Victory 7 at the first mark. But Victory 7’s gearing problems on the final corner of the first lap, allowed them to pass them, but they were unable to make any impression on Fazza, and had to settle for second place.

A sensational corner at the end of the first lap saw Welmax move up from fifth place to third, overtaking Victory 7 and Sea Dubai-C.A.M in the process. A dramatic hook on the very same corner, a lap later, could have prematurely ended the race for the all-Norwegian pairing, but an exceptional piece of driving by Selmer, prevented that disaster. Having had a frustrating day yesterday the Norwegians were determined to push for second place, setting the fastest two laps of the afternoon, but after feeling a vibration during lap 11 throttleman Tandberg backed off to ensure that they completed the race and claimed a comfortable third place, finishing nearly 34 seconds ahead of Sea Dubai-C.A.M.

A fantastic start for Victory 7 saw them turn the first corner in second place, but the brilliant start came at a cost as they were forced to retire after only one lap due to gearing problems.

Giorgioffshore were also forced into an early retirement, when their transmission failed on lap three. Maritimo will be keen to put this weekend behind too, after another supercharger failure saw them limp around the course on one engine for four laps, before they finally called it a day.

A radio mix-up saw Sea Dubai-C.A.M. take five long-laps as opposed to the mandatory three and one penalty long-lap. In spite of this they were still able to claim a commendable fourth place, making it a fine weekend for the new pairing, who took their maiden podiums in Friday’s race, and move up from eighth to sixth place in the World Championship standings.

Foresti & Suardi – Roscioli Hotels maintained their fifth place in the World Championship standings on 53 points, by claiming fifth place. After the confusion at the start, they found themselves briefly challenging front runners, but lost out as they got caught up in their wake.

The Championship now heads to Dubai for the season finale, 10-12 December, and with both Fazza and Victory 1 in unassailable points positions, the Victory Team has already secured a remarkable ninth Class 1 World title.

The fight for the Class 1 World title is now a straight head-to-head battle between Fazza and Victory 1, with only eight points separating them and two races on their home waters remaining. ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX – race 1

1. Fazza 3 - A Al Zafeen (UAE) / N Bin Hendi (UAE) - 00.31.15,20

2. Victory 1 - M Al Mehairi (UAE) / JM Sanchez (FRA) + 00.25,78

3. Sea Dubai - C.A.M. - A Al Hameli (UAE) / G Carpitella (ITA) + 00.58,17

4. Welmax - K Selmer (NOR) / J Tandberg (NOR) + 01.01,05

5. Giorgioffshore - C Zaborowski (NOR) / N Giorgi (ITA) + 01.25,01

6. Foresti & Suardi-Roscioli Hotels - R Lo Piano (ITA) / G Montavoci (ITA) + 1 lap

7. Victory 7 - A Al Mehairbi (UAE) / M Al Marri (UAE) + 3 laps

8. Maritimo 11 - T Barry-Cotter (AUS) / PV Nilsen (NOR) - DNF

ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX – race 2

1. Fazza - A Al Zafeen (UAE) / N Bin Hendi (UAE) - 41.47,60

2. Victory 1 - M Al Mehairi (UAE) / JM Sanchez (FRA) + 00.13,18

3. Welmax - K Selmer (NOR) / J Tandberg (NOR) + 00.26,86

4. Sea Dubai-C.A.M. – A Al Hameli (UAE) / G Carpitella (ITA) + 01.00,69

5. Foresti & Suardi-Roscioli Hotels - R Lo Piano (ITA) / G Montavoci (ITA) + 4 laps

Maritimo 11 - T Barry-Cotter (AUS) / PV Nilsen (NOR) - DNF

Giorgioffshore - C Zaborowski (NOR) / N Giorgi (ITA) - DNF

Victory 7 - A Al Mehairbi (UAE) / M Al Marri (UAE) - DNF

CLASS 1 WORLD POWERBOAT CHAMPIONSHIP – after round 5 of 6

1. Fazza - 133pts

2. Victory 1 - 125pts

3. Welmax - 76pts

4. Maritimo 11 - 56pts

5. Foresti & Suardi-Roscioli Hotels - 53pts

6. Sea Dubai-C.A.M - 44pts

7. Giorgioffshore - 43pts

8. Victory 7 - 38pts

9. Qatar 96 - 15pts

10. Maritimo 12 - 12pts

11. Qatar 95 - 4pts

(World Championship points include bonus points allocated to teams for running engines for two consecutive races - one point, per engine, per race)

CLASS 1 MIDDLE EAST CHAMPIONSHIP – after round 2 of 3

1. Fazza - 60pts

2. Victory 1 - 42pts

3. Sea Dubai-C.A.M. - 30pts

4. Welmax - 21pts

5. Foresti & Suardi-Roscioli Hotels - 17pts

6. Qatar 96 - 15pts

7. Giorgioffshore - 14pts

8. Victory 7 - 4pts

9= Maritimo 11 0pts

9= Maritimo 12 - 0pts

9= Qatar 95 - 0pts

www.class-1.com

New Model: Sunseeker 80 Yacht

Sunseeker launched the new 80 Yacht at the Southampton show. Presented as the entry level for the Yacht range, the new 80 also replaces the 82 in this nine model range, which carries up to the soon to come 46 Metre Yacht, the future flagship of the renowned British builder currently under construction at Poole. Also latest model to carry the illustrious Yacht title, the 80 is a pocket size super yacht just in the border to get this title and being large enough for big luxury and small enough to helm and maintain with minimum crew. The 80 Yacht offers below deck sleep accommodation arrangements allowing for three double full beam suites, or two double guest cabins and two twin guest cabins with crew accommodation for three aft. Power is by twin 1800hp diesel engines, which give 30 knots max at wide open throttle, a cruise of 26 knots, and an economic speed of 22 knots, which allows a range of about 350 nautical miles. Other notable features of the new 80 Yacht are its large flybridge providing separate helm position, ample seating, sunbathing space and the large aft submersible bathing platform providing space to carry a personal water craft, Sunseeker being one of the first builders to offer this solution on its yachts.

Technical Data:

LOA - 24.44 m (80.2ft)

Waterline Length - 18.64 m

Beam - 6.03 m

Draft - 1.90 m

Displacement - 64700 kg

Fuel Capacity - 6000 l

Water Capacity - 1200 l

Accommodation - 8 guests + 3 crew berths

Engines - 2 x 1800hp

Propulsion - shafts in semi tunnels

Speed - 30 knots max, 26 knots cruise

Range - 350 nm at 22 knots

Construction - GRP Vinylester resin, powderbound mat, balsa core sides, PVC core topsides

Design - Sunseeker Design, Design Unlimited

Certification - CE B, MCA MGN 280(m) Category 2 Charter optional

www.sunseeker.com

Improve-it = CRN 43

Just a few months away from the spectacular launching of Clarena 2, a 72 metre super yacht, CRN celebrates a new baptism at sea. “Eviva”, a magnificent 43 metre super yacht, fifth hull of the successful composite CRN 43 line, has touched the sea just a few days ago. The shipyard dedicated this event to its client, who came with his family and closest friends for a moment of special pride at all levels. In fact, the shipowner toasted to this occasion together with the workers involved in the construction of the vessel, testifying a relationship of trust and cohesion. The emotions and joy shared during the ceremony culminated with the impressive slipway launch. “Eviva”, realized with the collaboration of Zuccon International Project who took care of the external and internal layouts, stands out for its significant volumes and the wide-open areas, such as the covered cockpits of the main deck and the upper deck, which turn into a magnificent white hull. Comfort is the password on this boat which can host ten special guests in five cabins and nine crew members, and sail at a maximum speed of 15.5 knots and a cruising speed of 13 knots. Equipped with four decks and a bulbous bow, 43 number five was entirely built at the Dorian premises starting from the realization of prints and the lamination of the hull up to phase of defining furnishings and decorations. Therefore, the entire productive process is controlled for quality and reliability, both characteristics of CRN, testifying the great expertise of the local workers. These are skills that the Ancona yacht builder flexibly uses even for composite hulls to customize and improve them at the owners request. In fact this CRN 43 hull number five features structural modifications on the sun deck, which has been elongated at the stern to make space for a helipad, which has been installed for the first time on a 43 metre. On the same sun deck, upon client’s request, there will also be a six metre sailing boat which together with two jet skis will form the super yacht personal water crafts. The owner and his guests will be able to enjoy the comfort of the internal areas, including the possibility to use the fitness area with a gym overlooking the beach of the lower deck and a sauna for relaxation time. Moreover, one of the other improved peculiar characteristics of this super yacht is the owners suite terrace, a balcony with table and chairs for breakfast which is a distinctive element of the entire CRN fleet.

www.crn-yacht.com

New Model: Maritimo A50 Aegean Enclosed

Maritimo present the A50 Aegean Enclosed prior to the standard version. The luxurious enclosed flybridge on the A50 Aegean takes the joy of cruising to new heights, but as well offers uninhibited views of the seascape, and providing also another entertainment area where guests can relax both indoors and out, thanks to the sliding glass doors to an aft balcony. With the helm station up top the A50 Aegean Enclosed get also more room to move on the main deck. Apart from being long on features, the A50 Aegean Enclosed continues Maritimo philosophy on genuine long medium range cruising capability. Designed with an advanced variable dead rise hull which is used on all the Aegean and Sports Cabriolet series, engines and fuel tanks over the centre of buoyancy, and a minuscule shaft angle of just 9 degrees, the A50 has effortless poise and balance, with good 24 knots fuel efficient speed. Named after the Aegean Sea, the A50 Enclosed offers a three double cabin accommodation plan, with owner suite to fore, a mid ship VIP to port side, and double bunk guest cabin. The A50 Aegean Enclosed as its bigger sisters also has tender stowage in a garage aft, being one of the smallest flybridge motor yachts with such a solution.
Technical Data:
LOA - 16.1 m (53ft)
Beam - 5.2 m
Draft - 1.26 m
Displacement - 22.5 t
Fuel Capacity - 3000 l
Water Capacity - 800 l
Accommodation - 5 / 6 berths in 3 cabins
Engines - 2 x Cats C12 715hp
Propulsion - shaft drive
Speed - 24 knots cruise

www.maritimo.com.au

New Model: Patrone 27 Convertible

After presenting the 27 Open in mid Summer Patrone Moreno updates this series with the more family orientated closed pilot house type Convertible model. The 27 Convertible is the second new model from the Italian Liguria region builder for this year, and is based on identical water line and hull as the previous Open version. Convertible here means a cruising boat with fishing capability, which is far from the American Sportfisher type but true to its Traditional Liguria Gozzo lines. Gozzo being the traditional displacement type Italian fishing boat since ages gone by. As expected inside the 27 Convertible offers more accommodation to the open version, having an interior divided between main, and lower deck, with an owners cabin to fore, separate shower head, a dining settee and galley. Outside while smaller to its more spartan sister is just as comfortable considering the eight metres of length and offers a sun lounger on the fore deck, and an aft cockpit with a bench seat for four ideally suited for a variety of uses from dining to fishing. The 27 Convertible has the same power as the Open version with twin Diesel engines up to 225hp, propelled to reliable traditional direct in line shafts.

Technical Data:

LOA - 8.80 m (28.8ft) Length Hull - 7.97 m

Beam - 2.83 m

Displacement - 7110 kg

Fuel Capacity - 2 x 238 l

Water Capacity - 150 l

Max Persons - 8

Engines - 2 x D3EVC 190hp, 225hp Propulsion - direct shaft line Speed - 25 knots max Design - Michele Moreno Certification - CE B

www.patroneboat.com

Boat Review: Grand Banks 41 Heritage EU

Presentation
Grand Banks launched the 41 Heritage EU in 2008 after presenting the project a year earlier in 2007. While looking on the outside as a real Grand Banks Heritage with similar distinctive trawler like lines still echoing the 1962 built Spray which was the fore runner of the 36 launched in 1964, the new 41 Heritage EU was a challenge of innovation from its builders by being the first explorer cruiser to be powered by pods. A follower of traditional in line shaft drives since the founding of the company in 1956 the change of new propulsion units to one of its boats was taken with huge surprise and enthusiasm by the brand aficionados, and the press. Out of the available pod units in the market Grand Banks choice went to the ZF Zeus aft looking dual propeller pods. The benefits of the two so far presented pods are known to everyone since 2006, but in case you missed a beat in the last years will repeat them: better efficiency, easier handling, and more speed. If you are looking at a Grand Banks I am sure your interest is greatly revolved around efficiency at a comfortable cruising speed, and it is also this improvement the main reason behind the US Asian boat builder pod transition.
Accommodation
As good as it looks the 41 Heritage EU offers real Grand Banks live aboard space in its main deck, a large flybridge, and a twin cabin lower deck. The open aft deck space typical of the EU for Europe models, ideally suited for stern too mooring, welcomes you on board the 41. Here a central patio door takes you inside the flushed decked interior saloon welcoming you with an L-shaped settee to port, a three person bench sofa opposite, large size comfortable galley, and lower main helm station to port. The bench sofa can be changed with two movable chairs as in the optional layout for the main deck.
A central stair case leads from the living to the below accommodation deck featuring two spacious cabins, and a large head. The owners cabin with double queen sized berth is located to fore. Guest second cabin with two single berths, which can transform to a double becoming a VIP is located to starboard mid ship. The shower head room which is quite large takes as much space as that of a small cabin, and features a very spacious shower room separated by a sliding door from the head and sink. Below is also space for a big storage room located to mid ship before the cabins, with a hatch entrance located on the main deck saloon. The storage room of the 41 Heritage EU has the space if you want of a cabin and here is also the two fuel tanks located to both sides, and the water tank which stands by the aft looking bulk head.
For going from the inside to the outside of the 41 Heritage EU are two ways. Unusual for a fourteen metre but not for a Grand Banks which has a side door by the helm station taking you to the walk around deep wide ship like deck to starboard, and the traditional aft patio door to the cockpit. From the aft deck and up the integrated staircase is the way point to the open air living area that is the flybridge which features a free space suited for tender stowage, a wet bar, L-shaped settee, bench sofa to port, and a single seat central second helm station. Performance
Many think of Grand Banks as slow boats, but the real fact of the matter is that the traditional trawler looking explorer cruisers and yachts have always had a hybrid designed semi displacement planning hull with keel capable of twenty plus knots, which for the 41 Heritage EU also has a medium vee seventeen degrees dead rise aft, and deep twenty two at midships. This hull while reminiscent of trawler yachts puts in use the advantages of faster hulls, giving a stuck to the water feel safe approach typical of a displacement hull but at the same time when necessary also sporting an agile handling similar to a planning design. The 41 Heritage EU further improves and consolidates the planning notion by offering a fast propulsion set up with the ZF Zeus aft looking dual propeller pods, and twin medium power Cummins 425hp each. Top speed is of 25 knots, not bad for an explorer cruiser with an all time cruise of 17 knots. Range always an important theme in an explorer cruiser is a shy for an explorer boat 276 nm at 17 knots, but a reassuring 743 nm at the most economic seven knots speed.
Positive
Zeus pods performance handling
main deck
utility room space
Negative
no second head
Competition
Grand Bank's 41 Heritage EU is a bit of a unique boat offering speeds close to those of a flybridge motor cruiser type boat, and at the same time having a slow medium cruising range similar to that of heavier full displacement explorer type yachts. That's not to say the 41 is not an explorer medium range cruiser, it is also this, but it also offers benefits of the other way of going on the water while still being in its own unique explorer world. Closest competitors to the Grand Banks concept are all shaft powered and are the down under build Clipper 45 Cordova, Mainship 45 Trawler, and the bit bigger Italian Estensi 480 Maine. Criteria was for Explorer Cruisers with twin medium range or single engine longer transatlantic set up, thirteen to fourteen metres of length, and an open Europe style aft main deck.
Adagio 48 Europa - three cabin two head option, double dinette
American Tug 41 - twin large cabin with heads, main deck with split floor
Clipper 45 Cordova - similar interior plan, but more modern looks
Estensi 480 Maine - Italian build, 3 cabins, similar speed
Kadey-Krogen 44 - displacement long range, single engine, separate pilot house
Ruby 43 Sedan Trawler - slower single engine, similar interior to GB
Mainship 45 Trawler - 2 heads, similar speeds, lower deck galley
Mirage N47 Great Harbour - twin small engines, living galley below
Nordhavn 47 - 2 en-suited cabins, single engine slow displacement, long range
Jet Tern Selene 44 - displacement single engine long range, separate helm, two heads
WILD CARD: Menorquin MY145 Flybridge - traditional looks, similar range
Conclusion
With its traditional line and looks, the Grand Banks 41 Heritage EU pays big tribute to its name, hiding it's revolution in the engine room, propulsion and hull all this representing the brand in the past, present, and future. The 41 was launched in 2008 as the new entry level to the explorer cruiser Heritage line, breaking new technical ground, thanks to the innovation presented by the pod drives. This also stepped up the 41 Heritage to make a revolution to the range, which only the future will tell if this is big as the 36 which marked the change to fiberglass construction at Grand Banks in 1973. This new propulsion set up give the 41 Heritage EU also a big efficiency advantage: that of good medium speeds with less powerful engines, and a better range when going slow. Thinking that pods started there life for use on ships in 1998 it is also surprising how this system is as today ignored on semi planning, displacement medium sized yachts! Apart from the pod drives, the 41 Heritage EU follows the famed Grand Banks selling points, that of superb attention to detail with a living aboard comfort in a luxury wooden finished interior. A successful theme proposed by the US Singapore builder since its inception in 1956, which I doubt will it ever consider to change.
Technical Data
LOA. 14.05 metres (46.2ft) max includes pulpit and platform
Hull Length. 12.59 metres
Waterline Length. 11.56 metres
Beam. 4.77 metres
Draft. 1.12 metres
Displacement. 18,235 kg
Fuel Capacity. 1893 litres
Water Capacity. 738 litres
Accommodation. 4 berths in 2 cabins
Engines. 2 x Cummins QSB5.9 425hp
Propulsion. ZF Zeus aft looking dual propeller pods
Speed. 25 knots max, 17 knots cruise
Range. 276 nm at 17 knots cruise, 743 nm at 7 knots
Hull Shape. semi displacement planning hull with keel 17 degrees aft, 22.7 mid ship

Project. Grand Banks
Design Team, Earl Alfaro hull, Toni Profitt interior.
Construction. solid bottom hull, vacuum bagged foam core sides and deck, clear gel coat with epoxy resin below waterline
Certification. CE B

www.grandbanks.com
Picture Copyright Grand Banks. Data Grand Banks.

New Model: Nor-Tech 427 Super Vee

Nor-Tech presents the new 427, a further development of the 3900 Super Vee. More style and features combine to bring you a vee bottom from Nor-Tech with exceptional features. Starting with the helm, here utilizing the same platform from the 4000 Roadster. This gives you the option for steering from either side with controls between the seats. The GPS is mounted in the center, convenient for either position and you can opt for a screen as large as fifteen inch. For those hot days Nor-Tech also installed large fans at waist level to keep you cool. To the starboard side there is an aft facing jump seat with a built in cooler below the cushion. The back rest opens to reveal a large fender storage closet for easy docking needs. The center position of the helm seats provides for a larger cockpit to move around to either side of the boat. A new recessed sun lounge leads to another new feature, the stern trunk. Slide the lock from the large swim platform and a large lid opens to reveal the molded trunk space. Storage for the dive ladder, running light, dock lines, etc is both convenient and stylish. The new larger swim platform extends beyond the drives and props for safe water access. Below decks there is a much larger head compartment with plenty of headroom, flushing toilet, sink and a pull out shower. On the performance side the hull bottom has been refined to deliver a better ride and performance. With twin Mercury 700hp and performance NXT stern drives test results have yielded top speeds in the mid 100mph range.
Technical Data:
LOA - 12.97 m (42.7ft)
Beam - 2.59 m
Draft - 0.76 m
Displacement - 4762 kg
Fuel Capacity - 757 l
Water Capacity - 56 l
Accommodation - 2 berths
Engines - 2 x Mercruiser 700hp Petrol
Propulsion - Mercruiser NXT stern drive
Speed - 87 knots (100mph) max

www.nor-techboats.com

Improve-it = Riviera 41 Flybridge

IPS propulsion has been announced as a new option for the popular Riviera 41 Flybridge, giving with this superior handling, improved engine access, fuel efficiency, and increased accommodation. The Riviera 41 Flybridge with twin IPS600 has a main amidships fuel tank capacity of 1800 litres with an additional 300 litre tank underneath the bunk in the aft cabin. Although about 400 litres less in fuel than the shaft drive 41, fitted with an optional tank, the range is nearly the same and the maximum speed is higher with the IPS drives. The 41 IPS has a cruising range of 340 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 28 knots. Maximum speed for the boat at a half load condition of 16.5 tonnes is 32 knots. The new 41 Flybridge IPS model will feature a new cockpit floor with electronic lift system enabling quick and easy access to the engine room and drive pods. Riviera’s New product development design manager Alan Dowd said the Volvo IPS system had proved popular with Riviera owners in the 4400 Sport Yacht, 43 Offshore Express, 5800 Sport Yacht and 51 Series II. The option of IPS in the Riviera 41 will no doubt be very attractive to many, especially those boat owners looking to move up in size from a Sport Cruiser to a Flybridge boat or people wanting a good mid-sized Sportfish Cruiser to start their boating lifestyle. Concept design manager at Riviera, Neil McCabe said there would be a day access hatch into the engine room and the option of a fish bin in the cockpit floor. The amidships fuel tank provided also benefits, like keeping weight central in the vessel and provided sound insulation between the accommodation area and the engine room. The forward cabin includes a queen size island berth and port side ensuite. To starboard is the second/day head, and the new aft cabin which now sleeps four in a double and two bunk berths. Introduction of large fixed port and starboard windows to the aft cabin provides greater visibility, while two opening portholes offer cross ventilation. The Riviera 41 Flybridge also includes a wrap-around tinted windscreen, low profile hard top, solid surface bench tops, Amtico timber look flooring in the bathrooms and a huge storage space under galley.

www.riviera.com.au

New Model: Nordhavn 68 FPH

With plenty of living room, a long list of comfort and convenience features and the range and size to cross oceans, the Nordhavn 64/68 series has proven a popular trawler size, bridging the gap between the 55 and the larger 76. Built on the same extended hull as the aft pilothouse Nordhavn 68, the new FPH forward pilothouse version retains the same interior layout as the similar looking but smaller 64, but adds four feet of length to the aft cockpit, increasing the outdoor living and playing space to 191 square feet. An additional benefit one that’s always appreciated, is also a larger lazarette. Compared to the Nordhavn 64, the 68 forward pilothouse enjoys the advantage of a slight increase in cruising efficiency because of its longer waterline. Compared with the 68 aft pilothouse sibling, the forward pilothouse version has a slightly larger fuel capacity of plus 99 litres to the original version.

Technical Data:

LOA - 20.73 m (68ft)

Waterline Length - 19.25 m

Beam - 6.20 m

Draft - 2.18 m Displacement - 104.3 t

Fuel Capacity - 11871 l

Water Capacity - 2548 l

Engine - 1 x Detroit Diesel Series60 14L 400hp

Range - 3000 nm at cruise

Construction - solid glass, cored klegcell tops, Isophtalic gelcoat and Vinilester resin

www.nordhavn.com

INBUILD ~ Galeon 340 Fly Part 1 of 4

INBUILD is a new PowerYachtBlog special section showing a boats construction phase from the project rendering we show you here, or presented by the builder in his website and brochures, to the real stuff you see, board and touch during the boat show New Model presentation. Our first Special INBUILD feature is for the Galeon 340 Fly, of which above you can see the hull form as it arrived to the Polish builder Strasyn factory a couple of weeks ago. Galeon informed that the moulding process which takes about a day has been done on hull number one. In a couple of weeks we will show further works related to the 340 Fly showing you a sort of puzzle for this flybridge motor cruiser being completed in a step by step phase.

www.galeon.pl

New Model: Mulder 77 Werner Classic

Shipyard Mulder in the Netherlands has launched Eleonore, a classic motor yacht built for a Dutch client. This custom one off build Mulder 77 Werner Classic is equipped with the very latest technologies and endowed with stunning retro lines from the boards of Theo Werner. Werner is a classic lined round-bilge traditional yacht of over 23 metres constructed of steel. Power is by twin Caterpillar C7 250hp, which give the new Mulder a top speed of 12 and a cruise of 11 knots. Two generators ensure that the various systems can be used at all times. The tender garage aft is accessible via a hydraulic door. The 77 Werner Classic has a large owners stateroom forward and two guest cabins aft, each sleeping two persons. All cabins have their own bathroom with marble floors and the yacht also features a separate day head. The interior is created in premium cherry wood with panels and curved doors. Mulder Shipyard’s own designs have achieved international fame and with the construction of this 77 Werner Classic reinforcing its ability to build top quality one off custom yachts from other independent designers. Other examples include a ‘kotter’ built to a design by Willem de Vries Lentsch. With the ‘Made by Mulder’ label Eleonore serves as another superb addition to the yard’s fleet. She also underlines the fact that clients can come to Mulder with their own designs if these are sufficiently innovative and unique and meet the high quality standards for which the yard is renowned.
Technical Data:
LOA - 23.70 m (77.7ft)
Beam - 5.80 m
Draft - 1.75 m
Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins
Engines - 2 x Cats C7 187hp
Speed - 12 knots max, 11 knots cruise
Design - Theo Werner
Hull Shape - round bilge
Material - steel
Certification - CE A

www.muldershipyard.com

Class 1 - Abu Dhabi U.A.E. Preview

Maximum points from this weekend’s first-ever Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, round five of the UIM-WPPA Class 1 World Powerboat Championship, for Victory 1 or Fazza, would secure a remarkable ninth World title for Dubai’s Victory Team. However, should either hit major problems, they will leave the door slightly ajar for Maritimo and Welmax, their main title challengers, to reduce the gap at the top of the World Championship standings.

Victory Team has won all six races this season: Victory 1 two and Fazza four, but it is Victory 1 who currently leads the title race from Fazza by just four points, with the experienced Jean-Marc Sanchez once again guiding a Class 1 ‘rookie’ to a title in his first season, winning the European Championship in Stresa alongside Mohammad Al Mehairi. But Victory 1 knows it will be a daunting task to stave off the challenge they will face from team-mates and rivals, Fazza, who on their day are the outfit to beat. Fazza lead the Middle East and Edox Pole Position Championships, and will be eager to regain the top spot in the overall Championship standings, which they have held twice this season, as they close in on a possible hat-trick of titles.

Maritimo’s Tom Barry-Cotter and Pal Virik Nilsen will be driven men in Abu Dhabi as they look to continue their march to the top step of the podium, and are still likely to be smarting after seeing their maiden Grand Prix win in Stresa dissolve into second place after being handed a late, post-race long-lap time penalty.

While a win or podium-finish and closing the points-gap to Victory 1 and Fazza is their target, at the same time the young Australian-Norwegian pairing will have to ward off the attentions of two other hard-charging Norwegians, Kolbjorn Selmer and Jorn Tandberg in Welmax, who are enjoying a rich vein of form and gelling as a partnership. Both outfits have traded podium places - three apiece - and race positions this season, with Maritimo currently holding the upper hand, with a three-point advantage in third place.

Outside of the top four but looking to take advantage of any slip-ups, eighteen points separate Foresti & Suardi-Roscioli Hotels, Giorgioffshore, Victory 77 and C.A.M.

Giampaolo Montavoci will run an unchanged line-up in Foresti & Suardi-Roscioli Hotels with fellow Italian, Roberto Lo Piano, taking the wheel for only his second Grand Prix. Currently fifth in the overall Championship standings, Forest & Suardi Roscioli Hotels will make his 90th race start in Abu Dhabi and will be looking to maintain his run of reliability and finishing in the points in every race in 2009 and to defend the position as leading Italian Team and Pilot.

With Kurt Olsen unavailable to race for the remainder of the season, Giorgioffshore throttleman, Nicola Giorgi, will swap one Norwegian driver for another and rekindles his partnership with Christian Zaborowski for the remaining two Grands Prix and four races of 2009. Giorgi and Zaborowski teamed up for the first time in the BMW Norwegian Grand Prix in Arendal earlier this year, posting credible top-six times in practice and qualifying, but were forced to retire from the race on lap 5 whilst running in sixth place. Giorgioffshore target in Abu Dhabi will be to build on an already solid season, which has seen the Italian take one fourth and three fifth-place finishes.

After joining the Championship in Romania, Victory 77 will look to add to their impressive podium and two fourth-place finishes, with Abdullah Al Mehairbi and Mohammed Al Marri knowing that they can play a valuable role and assist their team-mates in securing the title by finishing ahead and taking points away from their nearest rivals.

Spanish Team, Duemme Broker, has confirmed that Ahmad Al Hameli will make his Class 1 debut in Abu Dhabi. Al Hameli, 30, who was born and lives in Abu Dhabi, has competed in wooden powerboat racing, Class 3, 6 Litre, the F2000 President’s Cup and now races for the Abu Dhabi F1 Powerboat Team; he will partner the experienced Italian throttleman, Giovanni Carpitella, in the V8 Mercury-powered C.A.M. Carpitella, who finished fourth in the season opener in Qatar and fifth in both races in the Italian Grand Prix, his only starts this season, will draw on his vast powerboat experience to guide Al Hameli on his debut in front of the U.A.E. national’s home crowd.

First official practice takes place on Thursday afternoon (19 November), with a one-and-a-half hour session on Friday morning for official practice and qualifying in the Edox Pole Position, followed by race 1 in the afternoon, 53.63Nm - 11 laps, including two long laps. A third official practice session on Saturday morning will be followed by race 2 in the afternoon - with the starting line-up determined by the results of race 1 - 72.28Nm, run over 15 laps, including three long laps - with both races counting for full Championship points.

CLASS 1 WORLD POWERBOAT CHAMPIONSHIP - after round 4 of 6

1. 1 Victory - 95pts

2. 3 Fazza - 91pts

3. 11 Maritimo - 55pts

4. 90 Welmax - 52pts

5. 8 Foresti & Suardi-Roscioli Hotels - 41pts

6. 18 Giorgioffshore - 36pts

7. 77 Victory - 34pts

8. 10 C.A.M. - 23pts

9. 96 Qatar - 15pts

10. 12 Maritimo - 12pts

11. 95 Qatar - 4pts

MIDDLE EAST CHAMPIONSHIP - after round 1 of 3

1. 3 Fazza - 20pts

2. 96 Qatar - 15 pts

3. 1 Victory - 12pts

4. 10 C.A.M. - 9pts

5. 18 Giorgioffshore - 7pts

6. 8 Foresti & Suardi-Roscioli Hotels - 5pts

7= 95 Qatar - 0pts

11 Maritimo - 0pts

90 Welmax - 0pts

12 Maritimo - 0pts

77 Victory - 0pts

EDOX POLE POSITION CHAMPIONSHIP - after round 4 of 6

1. 3 Fazza - 64pts

2. 1 Victory - 56pts

3. 95 Qatar - 35pts

4. 90 Welmax - 34pts

5. 11 Maritimo - 28pts

6. 96 Qatar - 24pts

7. 18 Giorgioffshore - 17pts

8. 77 Victory - 14pts

9= 12 Maritimo - 11pts

9= 8 Foresti & Suardi-Roscioli Hotels - 11pts

11. 10 C.A.M. - 9pts

www.class-1.com

New Model: WallyPower 55

WallyPower launches the new 55 completing and filling the range gap between the 47 and the 64 introduced last year. This model introduces the full-open concept: the boat is super sporty and aggressive featuring a huge windscreen that replaces the hard top, and surrounds the entire cockpit area. Propulsion is made of four engines Volvo D6 of 435 Hp each, coupled with the IPS600 to offer great manoeuvrability, and 30% increased performance together with 20% increased range. The yacht runs smoothly at 40 knots with no vibrations, exceptional stability and reduced noise. The cockpit features two comfortable and symmetrical seating and relaxing areas, one on each side, completely sheltered by the windscreen. The entire cockpit can be covered by a bimini or by a hard top as an optional, sheltering the open areas from the sun. The vast aft bathing beach platform has a size of approx ten squared metres offers a terrace on the sea feeling. Another innovation is the immense hydraulic retractable aft passerelle, that serves as boarding platform and swimming ladder depending on the position, like the one of the 118 Wallypower. The passerelle serves also to handle and lift on board a jet ski from the water. Interior the 55 is available in three different versions and features a salon, two or three cabins with en-suites depending on the option, a galley, and a crew cabin with head.

Technical Data:
LOA - 17.40 m (57.1ft)
Beam - 5.40 m
Draft - 1.10 m
Displacement - 24 t
Fuel Capacity - 2600 l
Water Capacity - 400 l
Accommodation - 4, 6 guest berths + 2 crew
Engines - 4 x Volvo IPS600 D6 435hp
Propulsion - Volvo forward looking pods
Speed - 42 knots max
Range - 350 nm at cruise
Design - Stefano Pastrovich, Allseas, Wally

www.wally.com

New Model: Azimut 88

Azimut launched eight new models in the last five months, a parade which started with the 53 in the groups yachting gala in June, and finished with three models: 74 Magellano, 78, and this 88 in October, at Genoa. A further development of the great looker that was the 85, the 88 from the Flybridge range adds full view opening windows in all guest cabins below, and an extended high low bathing platform aft to the previous model it replaces. Thanks to the bathing platform further space for entertainment is available on the flybridge deck, or with the option of a crane davit the possibility to store two large personal water craft. Below it is the same concept with four spacious suites for the owner and his guests. Attention to the owner is the private separate entrance for his full beam mid ship master stateroom, also featuring a walk in wardrobe and a breakfast table standing by the four large vertical opening windows. Crew lobby is aft with sleeping accommodation for three or four members, and a small L-shaped saloon for relaxing time. The last months have been busy business for the Italian builder, which seems does not want to stop challenging the market with rumours following that more is to come with a new S range in around fifty feet plus size, and a smaller Magellano in line to be presented for 2010.
Technical Data:
LOA - 26.80 m (87.9ft)
Hull Length - 23.98 m
Beam - 6.40 m
Draft - 1.80 m
Displacement - 85 t
Fuel Capacity - 9000 l
Water Capacity - 1300 l
Accommodation - 8 guest berths in 4 cabins
Engines - 2 x Cats C32 Acert V12 1325hp
Propulsion - direct in line shaft drive
Speed - 30 knots max, 27 knots cruise
Hull Shape - vee keep with 10.1 degrees deadrise aft
Design - Stefano Righini exterior, Azimut interior
Certification - UNI ISO 8666
www.azimutyachts.com

Project: Lazzara LSX120

US builder Lazzara continue to upgrade its product portfolio with the introduction of what will be its biggest build to date, the project of its LSX120. Presented on what is becoming a trend from US companies on its own blog. The LSX120 continue the evolutionary design started with the LSX75 in 2006, and followed by the LSX92 as a year ago, that is a sport yacht powered with three or more pod drives, which allow more spaces and ultra modern transforming concepts within. The LSX120 offers transforming places in the bathing platform which becomes a beach lounge aft, and the starboard opening balcony to water located in the owners suite. As the LSX92 the 120 will also have a sport bridge without disturbing the sleek lines. Its lower deck offers five guest cabins, with a full beam owners cabin which you can call an apartment cause of its size, and two identical in size VIP suites. Crew area is located aft with a lobby which has an L-shaped saloon, a galley, and three cabins complete with head which sleep from four to six members. Entertainment lounging for the guests is on three decks including the flybridge, and in six separate areas: aft deck, flybridge, fore deck, bathing platform for the exterior, and main saloon, and lower saloon for the interior. Propulsion on the LSX120 continues the US builder use of pods now propelling five out of seven Lazzara Yachts, with the new flagship being the first to use ZF latest large 4000 series drives handling engines up to 1200hp, here in a triple set up. Success is big for the sporty LSX series since its introduction in 2006, and this trend seems to continue as last August someone put his signature on the dots for the 120. A big injection of trust to the innovative US builder that is Lazzara, when a buyer purchases a production Super Sport Yacht in its initial project stage.

www.lazzarayachts.com

New Model: Vicem 92 Cruiser Series

Turkish Vicem yachts continues to present traditonal inspired yachts and launches the 92 Cruiser Series, second delivery in size and in this range to date. Build as all Vicem with the cross over traditional modern glass over wood cold molding technique the 92 Cruiser Series features an expansive teak cockpit, with wraparound seating designed for champagne breakfasts. Her teak and stainless circular staircase leads to a flybridge which is almost 35 feet long. With seating for fifteen, plus a sun deck, the flybridge is bound to be the center of outdoor life. A RIB and her dedicated crane are located aft of the radar mast. Inside the 92 Cruiser Series welcomes you with a 250 square foot salon featuring luxurious built-in seating, and an elegant wet bar surrounded by three stools. Just steps away is the dining area, with seating for eight, opposite a full length galley. The double seat helm offers state of the art electronics, opposite a mahogany navigation desk with seating for two. Below is reserved to the accommodation area with two guest cabins both with separate heads, and a VIP suite which also features it's own private office. A private entrance via circular staircase from the saloon takes you to the mid ship located master stateroom which has a king-size bed, full-sized desk, couch, and his her heads. Crew quarters are located aft and features four bunk berths, a private head, and a second dedicated galley. The 92 Cruiser Series is powered by twin MAN common rail engines reaching top speeds of 20 knots and a cruise of 17 knots.
Technical Data:
LOA - 28.04 m (91.9ft)
Waterline Length - 26.82 m
Beam - 6.55 m
Draft - 1.82 m
Displacement - 86182 kg
Fuel Capacity - 12920 l
Water Capacity - 3040 l
Accommodation - 8 guest berths in 4 cabins, 2 crew cabins
Engines - 2 x MAN CR 900hp
Speed - 20 knots max, 17 knots cruise

www.vicemyachts.com

C.N. Ray 1925 - 2009

Cornelius Nathaniel Ray III, who founded Sea Ray Boats in 1959, died on November 12 after a prolonged battle with cancer. He was 84 years old. Ray opened the first Sea Ray boat factory in Oxford, Michigan, in 1959. He grew the company into an icon, leading it through the industry's peaks and valleys, including the inflationary periods and oil embargoes of the 1970s. He sold it to Brunswick in 1986 for US$350m. The book, Commanding the Waterways: The Story of Sea Ray, describes how Ray was one of the early adopters of fiberglass, and instilled a culture of innovation into what has become the world's largest production boat builder. Sea Ray now builds boats from 17 to 60 feet. Besides building boats, Ray's other passion was racehorses. He began his first thoroughbred operation in 1983 after acquiring Evergreen Farm in Paris, Kentucky. He won his first stakes race in 1985 and other stakes winners soon followed. Ray was also a frequent participant in the Breeders' Cup program, and won the Breeders' Cup Sprint (G1) in 1996 and 1997. Ray is survived by five sons, a daughter, and his wife Carol. There will be a remembrance ceremony at the St Francis Yacht Club in San Francisco, California, on Saturday.

Project: Wayachts 66 Wake

After launching its 46 Wake in 2006, Italian boat builder Wayachts presents the project of the bigger 66 Wake. This is the second model to be shown up by Wayachts in the announced range from 46 to 76 feet. Designed by Francesco Rolla on a similar walk around Sea Different concept as the 46, the twenty metre 66 will be a distinctive tad different to whats around hard top sport yacht. The interior of its main deck is innovative offering large glassed view surfaces nothing new here, but with a sort of a cocoon design to the layout, which takes hints from the outside, and keeps going to all the interior, but most specifically the main deck. The entrance for the inside is also innovative or call it strange for being through large side doors, leaving the aft area space all to the C-shaped dinette. Under the hard top one also finds a three person central located helm station, with a wet bar behind it. Down below is the accommodation and galley area. Sleeping accommodation should offer eight berths in four guest cabins, plus a single crew cabin. Power will be from quadruple IPS 435hp engine choice, with the builder estimating top speeds of 37 knots.

www.wayachts.it

New Model: Horizon 68 Elegance

Presented as a project in the middle of 2008, Horizon finally launches the much anticipated 68 Elegance. Successfully completing her initial sea trial the past Summer, the new 68 Elegance was able to reach the expected standards from the renowned Asian builder, and satisfying the crew of technical people in its first run. Her eye catching profile is the continuation of the Spadolini design of the Elegance line, with the interiors characterised by generously sized areas that create an enchanting house feel ambiance. As all Horizon yachts each is manufactured individually in line with owners wishes, ideas and expectations, and surely the new 68 does not to miss on this. The lower deck offers two personalized layout plans of a three double guest cabins options with an office adjacent to the main stateroom, or a four cabin plan. You also get a crew cabin for two members located to mid ship, behind the owners suite on plan but with a separate entrance. Rich exquisite quality materials are sure not to miss on the 68 Elegance which includes marble and the finest woods for the finishing of its interiors. Another bonus on a flybridge Motor Yacht of this size is for the tender being stowed in a separate garage aft, leaving all outside spaces to be used for entertainment. Unusual for other yachts which usually stow this on the flybridge or on the bathing platform, but a trademark also to smaller Elegance as the 60 and 64. Power for the 68 Elegance is from twin MAN V12 1360hp engines, which give the semi planning hull top speeds of 25 knots.
Technical Data:
LOA - 20.80 m (68.2ft)
Beam - 5.80 m
Draft - 1.75 m
Displacement - 48000 kg
Fuel Capacity - 6500 l
Water Capacity - 1600 l
Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins, 8 berths in 4 cabins, 2 crew berths
Engines - 2 x MAN V12CR 1360hp
Propulsion - direct in line shafts
Speed - 25 knots

www.horizonyacht.com

Projects: Hunt 29 Surfhunter Coupe, Hunt 33 Surfhunter Coupe, Hunt 36 Harrier Coupe

In a market where boat builders have scaled back on new model introductions, Hunt Yachts greets 2010 with three new hardtop coupes, each built on an acclaimed and proven deep-V hull designed by C. Raymond Hunt Associates. This Coupe series is initially being introduced for three designated models: 29 Surfhunter, 33 Surfhunter, and the 36 Harrier. Adding the Coupe line at Hunt Yachts is a response to owners and admirers of the original, award-winning express line of Surfhunters and Harriers, requesting more all weather climate cruisers. The hardtop and side windows allow those at the helm and in the settee area to be more cosseted in air-conditioned or heated comfort, extending not only the Coupe’s cruising capability but also adding days to the boating season. The Coupe’s hardtops with twin open hatches as standard which can be changed to the optional sliding sunroof, provide complete weather protection, increase the privacy of the bridge deck areas, allow overhead interior lighting and provide rooftop stowage for water toys. In addition to the overhead openings, the side windows slide open too for natural ventilation. Handrails along the hardtop make passage on the side deck safe and secure. The interior of the Coupe’s enclosed bridge deck is richly and warmly finished in wood, with large tempered glass windshields bringing clean visibility for captain and passengers whether underway or in-port. The interior layout varies by model size with 29 Surfhunter Coupe above offering a vee shaped saloon which converts to a double berth, galley and a separate shower head. The cockpit keeps the concept as the open with an aft bench seat, and an L-shaped to port this in this case of the Coupe can become a second dinette covered by the hard top. Speeds is a 37 knots with the standard single 370hp petrol gas Volvo engine. Diesel options starting from a smaller 315hp Yamnar to 435hp Volvo are available. Hunt also offers a selection of propulsion choice for the 29 Surfhunter Coupe of three options: stern drive, shaft or jet. The 33 Surfhunter is the second in size Hunt to be offered in the new Coupe hardtop all weather version. The concept here is similar to the 29, with the 33 Surfhunter Coupe offering also a similar exterior, and interior plan but with the advantage of having extra dimensions in length and in beam. This extra length gives also some bonuses below offering a dining double bench seat to port, which adds with the vee berth, the galley and separate shower head. Power is from a standard single 380hp Yanmar which delivers 31 knots of top speed. Other engine choices are Volvo and Cummins from 370 up to 480hp, always propelled with a direct shaft line. According to Hunt Yachts the 33 Surfhunter Coupe should also be the last model to be put in the water of the three hard top projects. The 36 Harrier Coupe is the largest of the three new projects, but second of them to go in production just behind the 29 Surfunter Coupe. Being larger in size and also offering an outside second cockpit galley arrangement the all weather hardtop Coupe does also make a lot of sense to this all weather offering with the usage of a thirty six feet Traditional Cruiser full year round. The layout of the 36 Harrier is similar to the 33 Surfhunter, but in bigger dimensions and offering a bonus of a second galley or wet bar in the cockpit to starboard, behind the helm station. Engines are also the other difference to the smaller Hunt Yachts here with the 36 Harrier Coupe offered with twins and a standard 380hp Yanmars which give 36 knots in top speeds. Other choices are Volvo 300hp up to 435hp, with propulsion options being traditional in line shaft standard, and jet or Volvo IPS pods as optional.

www.huntyachts.com

New Model: Bertram 511

Bertram 511 is the latest breakthrough sport-fish yacht from the US builder which captures the classic spirit of earlier Bertram models. Designed by Zuccon the new 511 exudes an edge and modern appeal from its previous predecessors, without compromising the traditional look of a Bertram boat. It offers a full wrap around windshield as seen on the great looker that is the 540 introduced last year. The windshield is designed and tested to withstand the roughest offshore conditions, and yet with careful planning the interior storage is not compromised. This unique Bertram feature, so far only available on this new 511 and the 540 makes also for an incredible 360 degree view of the surrounding water while out in the ocean, and is a great asset for capturing the wide open seas with a clear view of what lies ahead. If desired a second lower helm station is also available as an option. Going back to its Sportfish Yacht business the 511 is fully loaded with amenities vital to the dedicated angler, including generous storage integrated into the standard mezzanine deck in the cockpit, ample seating which allows one to relax while trolling the high seas waiting for the next bite, and a large fish box with removable tub in the cockpit sole which can be used to store the days catch along with a second fish box that is located in the transom. Accommodation includes three well-appointed staterooms, with the mid ship cabins featuring hull-side windows that are incorporated throughout to provide natural light to the guests below deck. Whether you are a longtime, dedicated angler or simply enjoy a relaxing day out at sea, it will be inviting and invigorating to experience the 511. Like all Bertram's, the 511 has extra wide walk around side decks, and available exclusive Ferretti Group Mitsubishi Anti-Roll gyro technology, both these offering major safety factors. Other advantages include the renowned legendary Bertram trademark deep-V hull which is a further development of the 50 model introduced in the nineties, full beam to the stern for maximum cockpit space, vibration isolating engine mounts, a single fuel tank amidships with no fuel pumps that can be filled from port or starboard, and U-shaped flybridge seating available with optional table for Al fresco dining up top. Power is from standard twin MAN of 1100hp or optional V12s 1360hp. A smaller Cat engines options at 1050hp each is also available. The large MAN option delivers 39 knots top speed, and a fast cruise of 35. Range is 490 nautical miles allowing in this for a ten per cent reserve of fuel, and with an economic 30 knots cruise speed.
Technical Data:
LOA - 16.7 m (54.9ft) with pulpit
Hull Length - 15.7 m
Beam - 4.93 m
Draft - 1.52 m
Displacement - 29.7 t
Fuel Capacity - 3920 l
Water Capacity - 700 l
Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins
Engines - 2 x MAN V10CR 1100hp, V12CR 1360hp, Cats C19 1050hp
Propulsion - direct in line shafts with five bladed props

Speed - 39 knots, 35 knots cruise, 30 knots economic cruise with 1360hp MAN

Range - 490 nm at 30 knots cruise Design - Zuccon International, Ferretti AYT

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Engine: John Deere PowerTech 6068AFM75 330hp

John Deere Power Systems (JDPS) is pleased to announce that it began production of a new marine engine. The PowerTech™ 6068AFM75 is the newest additions to the John Deere lineup. This new John Deere marine engine is due to hit the water in early 2010. The PowerTech 6068AFM75 meets EPA Tier 2 and EU emissions requirements and are MARPOL Annex VI compliant. The PowerTech 6068AFM75 has 6.8L of displacement and boasts up to 246kW - 330hp. This engine delivers high horsepower in a small package and offers more flexibility in this popular power range. The 6068AFM75 is a 6-cylinder, electronically controlled, turbocharged and air-to-coolant aftercooled marine engine with more low-speed torque and better transient-response times.

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New Model: Viking 76 Convertible

After launching its 82 over a year ago and already delivering over ten of these in Convertible, and Enclosed Bridge versions, Viking wanted to challenge itself more by presenting first the project and now in full reality the 76 Convertible. The 76 just put in the water will start with two important challenges first to beat the 45 deliveries the 74 did in a period of four years, and second to capture the attention which the 82 has enjoyed since its launching last year. The Viking 76 Convertible’s profile is aggressive with its raked stem, dramatic sheer line, and classic flush foredeck. A pair of fixed port lights also match the hull sweeping design statements that merge form and function. The wrap around black metallic mask provides a distinctive look, which accents the flowing lines of the flying bridge. Beneath the waterline a convex dead rise shape at eleven degrees aft, with sharpened waterline sections showcases stability and sea keeping ability. The convex dead rise adds curvature and form to the hull bottom and the wide beam, which carries well aft, increases buoyancy and lift. Even at speeds re-entry is soft to enhance ride comfort and dryness. Viking has long been active in using tank testing of scale models in the development of new product, and the 76 hull form clearly benefits from such testing, enhancing performance, achieve better engine propulsion efficiencies, with the design, engineering and production teams exploring various avenues to shave off unnecessary poundage and were successful in bringing the deck house and hull weights to fruition well within the desired parameters. For weight saving Viking used end grain balsa as a core for better than 22 years without a single construction failure. This big confidence in this material leads to explore other areas where to take advantage of its attributes for stiffness, strength, lighter weight and durability in the development of the 76 Convertible. Examples of this are the vacuum bagged high-strength Baltek anti-fungal coring in the highly loaded bottom panels of the running surface, hull sides, deck superstructure, and structural sandwich panels of baltek foam used in bulkheads. Through-hull areas including struts, shaft logs and water intakes penetrate solid fiberglass only. To eliminate corrosion potential, overboard discharge through-hull fittings are manufactured of fiberglass. Mechanically, the Viking 76 shares a commonality of features found aboard the 82 flagship 82 with chilled water air conditioning built around an eight-ton system comprised of two units. The system allows individual thermostats for the staterooms and salon for climate management throughout. A reverse-cycle function provides heat as well. A hydraulic bow thruster is standard with convenient control buttons built into the stainless-steel single lever clutch and throttle handles. A Delta-T engine room ventilation system delivers maximum air for engine operation and also provides water intrusion suppression. Dampers are integrated into the hull side vents as part of the fire suppression system which automatically close to seal the engine compartment from outside air if activated. Viking’s proprietary VIPER (Viking Independent Programmable Electro-Hydraulic Rudder) steering system eliminates the tie-bar for independent rudder operation and it optimizes response and reduces drag at low, mid and high speeds for extraordinary maneuverability in all conditions. Viking’s industry famous web-frame structural steel engine beds mounted to transverse intermediate bulkheads ensure drive-train alignment and minimize vibrations for smooth trolling and comfortable performance. Veem Interceptor S class propellers are quiet and a perfect match for speed and efficient operation. Caterpillar and MTU diesels are offered as power choices and depending upon engine selection, the 76 Convertible will cruise in the mid 30-knot range with a top end of 40 knots. Two 32 kW Onan generators are standard. The 76 Convertible also features a master electrical control system, the Moritz OctoPlex, which utilizes touch screen operation and monitors in the salon and on the flying bridge, as well as manual back-up. Entered through an electrically powered sliding fiberglass door, the salon is a surround environment of lush teak joinery in a choice of satin or high gloss finish. For offshore convenience, a day head is immediately to port. Hand built furniture abounds port and starboard with an L-shaped lounge and rod stowage below, teak cabinetry, upholstery and window treatments, a teak cocktail table, wall-to-wall carpeting with lead-lined padding for acoustical insulation, a home theater center with a 50-inch flat screen television on a lift and a Bose Lifestyle 48 audio system. Forward, a dinette to starboard faces the island style galley to port. Featuring custom granite counter tops, the galley with its 360-degree access is professionally designed with three bar stools, under counter refrigeration and appliances, Amtico premium vinyl flooring and ample stowage. Additionally, two walk-in pantries forward of the dinette and galley provide bountiful stowage for supplies and cruising gear to stay at sea for months on end. Below, two plans are available, the basic difference found in the selection of the forward suite. The standard layout offers a queen-size walk-around bed, while the alternate arrangement provides crossover berths. Either arrangement provides five staterooms and four heads, and in both instances attention to detail with regards to opulence, privacy, comfort and stowage is obvious. The flying bridge is the result of thousands of hours of tournament fishing, so it makes sense that the visibility at the helm is superb to all 32 points of the compass. A center console helm is the focal point with three Murray Products teak ladder back seats on 4-inch stainless-steel pedestals. A recessed electronics box with clear acrylic fronts accommodates a complement of navigation equipment that is installed for all-weather operation, while protecting the vital components from spray. Additional equipment nests safely yet always accessible in fiberglass compartments flanking the custom stainless-steel steering wheel in the helm control pod. Lounge seating is located port, starboard and forward of the center console with ample stowage below each compartment. In addition, a freezer, a freshwater outlet, a top-loading chill box for drinks, and a sink with a powerful spray head can be found forward. Dozens of practical features are apparent on the flying bridge, although one item missing that again demonstrates Viking’s commitment to detail is the absence of exposed fasteners in the bridge interior flange attaching it to the deck. As in the salon, a Moritz OctoPlex touch screen panel accesses all electrical needs at the prompt of a finger. The 206 square-foot cockpit features Viking’s signature observation mezzanine with aft facing custom Sunbrella cushions. A hinged seat lid lifts to expose substantial stowage for gear. A bait freezer, a refrigerated chill box, a tackle center, an insulated stowage compartment and engine room access are also built into mezzanine area. In the lower cockpit, there is a large drop in fishbox and a pair of drop in stowage compartments that can be configured as bait wells, ice wells, or customized as desired. A transom mounted fish box also is standard. Port and starboard Glendinning Cable masters, sea and freshwater outlets, a dockside freshwater inlet, tag stick and gaff stowage also are provided. The new 76 Convertible, like all Vikings, is manufactured to order and provide its owner a one-of-a-kind sport fishing yacht built to our exacting design to fish and cruise in comfort, luxury and safety.
Technical Data:
LOA - 24.58 m (80.8ft) with pulpit
Hull Length - 23.21 m
Beam - 6.17 m
Draft - 1.67 m
Displacement - 61779 kg
Fuel Capacity - 9641 l, 12014 l with optional tank
Water Capacity - 1608 l
Accommodation - 10/12 berths in 5 cabins
Engines - 2 x Cats C32A 1825hp, MTU 2000 V16M91 2030hp, 2000 V16M93 2400hp, 2000 M94 2600hp
Propulsion - direct in line shafts
Speed - 40 knots max, 31 knots economic cruise with MTU 2400hp
Range - 593 nm at 31 knots cruise
Hull Shape - convex variable vee with 11.7 degrees deadrise aft
Certification - ABYC, RINA

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New Model: Fiart 4TFour Genius

4TFour Genius is Fiart latest new model, continuing the evolution road which the Italian Neapolitan builder started with the 50 Genius Top Style, and continued with the 4Seven Genius last year. Presented as a project in the first half of this year, the new 4TFour Genius follows some elements from the 4Seven Genius like the practical T-top in carbon which features an integrated canvas able to cover some areas in little time, and a versatile spacious cockpit which is impossible to miss in a Fiart since the company inception. The aft deck has always Fiart's prime selling point offering in the exterior living, superior spaces and comfort then most if not all of the competition. Inside the 4TFour Genius continues the concept of a family suited accommodation offering three double cabins, and two heads. Down below you also get a galley to starboard, and a C-shaped saloon settee opposite which can transform to an additional extra double berth, bringing the total sleeping accommodation to eight. Power is from twin Volvo 370hp, propelled with the easy to handle IPS pod drives.
Technical Data:
LOA - 13.86 m (45.5ft)
Hull Length - 13.44 m
Beam - 4.30 m
Displacement - 11 t
Fuel Capacity - 1100 l
Water Capacity - 450 l
Accommodation - 6 + 2 berths
Max Persons - 14
Engines - 2 x Volvo IPS500 D6 370hp
Propulsion - Volvo IPS forward looking duo prop pod
Design - Fiart Projects Division
Construction Material - GRP Carbon
Certification - CE B

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