Project: Jim Smith 60 Walkaround

Jim Smith is currently building a fully custom hull number 31, the 60 Walkaround express model.  The 60 Walkaround is being build in cold molding epoxy, resin and glass-fiber in the more modern Jig method.  Information is a bit sparse on this totally custom build by Jim Smith but the 60 Walkaround surprises for having a huge hard top covered central cockpit, and for adding some cruiser amenities see sun pad on the fore deck. Launching is expected in the early part of 2016.

www.jimsmithboats.net 

New Model: Riva 76 Perseo

Riva has been one of the most active brands in the Ferretti Group in recent times, with designers Officina Italiana releasing three new models for 2015.  Announced as the 76 Coupe in the first part of 2015, the model was given its Perseo name during its launch ceremony in September.  The 76 Perseo is a sport yacht with a bridge deck up top reserved for entertainment purposes, and a taunt to 56 Sportriva owners.  Access to the bridge is from a staircase to port-side and this will offer an aft sun-pad, and a C-shaped settee forward.  The main deck will be an area totally reserved for entertainment and lounging with an L-shaped dinette to starboard, dining table for six to port, and helm station.  Galley is located below decks in an enclosed room to starboard.  Three guest cabins are located below with a huge owners cabin located at midships. A crew cabin with two bunk berths is located at midships in between the engine-room and owners room.  Power comes from twin MAN 1800hp with top speeds up to 37 knots.     

Technical Data:

LOA - 23.3 m (76.6ft)

Hull Length - 22.7 m

Length Water Line - 19 m

Beam - 5.75 m

Draft - 1.9 m

Displacement - 45,800 kg unloaded, 53,500 kg loaded

Fuel Capacity - 5600 l

Water Capacity - 840 l

Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins, 2 crew berths in 1 cabin

Max Persons - 16

Engines - 2 x MAN V12 1800hp

Propulsion - line shaft 

Speed - 37 knots max, 32 knots cruise

Range - 315 nm at cruise

Project - Mauro Micheli and Sergio Beretta Officina Italiana for exterior and interior

www.riva-yacht.com

Improve-it = New England Boatworks 50 Zurn

Zurn Yacht Design is pleased to announce the restyling of the New England Boatworks 50, a semi-custom built vessel that combines the leading edge work of yacht designer Doug Zurn and masterful construction techniques. First launched in 2013 as a custom commuter boat, the New England Boatworks 50 focuses on owner-tailored specifications, while maintaining its iconic down East design, modern marine engineering, and composite hull construction.  As a true high performance cruiser, the lightweight hull, ease of maneuvering, and the optional Man 1550 hp diesel engines makes the New England Boatworks 50 one of the fastest day boats of its type, with a top speed of 60 knots. Ideal for in-port use as a cruiser, the boat is also well suited for covering long distances quickly, whether in the Mediterranean, among the islands of the Caribbean, or along the coast of Maine and farther afield.  The New England Boatworks 50 is offered standard with twin MAN 1,200 hp diesels and Rolls Royce jet drives. It cruises comfortably at 40 knots, reaching 50 knots incorporating the latest integrated ride control technology to insure ease of maneuvering.  The hull and deck is built using high-tech, epoxy resin infused composite construction, a technique that New England Boatworks is revered for in the marine industry. Even with the open Pilot House and engine boxes in the deck, the 50 is a noticeably quiet ride with low sound levels at the helm at cruise, thanks to the Marine Exhaust inline silencers and extensive noise and vibration treatments by Soundown.  A tour of the boat begins in the large, teak deck cockpit, easily accessed through the transom door or over the sides that include a concealed fold-down step. Removable port and starboard cockpit day beds allow space for swimming and activities in the daytime, and later transforms into elegant seating for a sunset cruise or cocktail party.  Raised platforms in the pilot house offer space for a desk work station, and settees or chair seating with teak table and beverage fridge perfect for informal meetings and socializing. Large windscreens and side windows give a wide view for enjoying the scene and for safe navigation and maneuvering. The helm station provides easy, intuitive access to control panels and navigation tools from the comfortable Stidd seating.  Below deck is found a rich interior that offers both simplicity and luxury, with ease of movement throughout. Joinery is meticulously crafted, with framed panel doors, teak sole, and wood lining the hull.  The interior arrangement is built to suit the owner. Options include an L or C-shaped galley, and twin bunk cabin or settee dinette area. The single head includes a separate shower. The master cabin is located forward, sporting a queen-sized island-berth, cedar lined lockers, and ample storage. With production tooling available and construction time placed at ten months, this is a great time to consider the Zurn 50 a true lifestyle boat with a strong sense of purpose. 

www.neboatworks.com

New Model: Fairline 53 Targa GT

Launched in the final part of Summer 2015 the new Fairline 53 Targa GT is a boat filled with expectations and weight, before and and after its official presentation in Southampton.  Based on the 50 Targa GT, the 53 is the boat to take Fairline out of its recent decline, and become a prime model in its size. It will be interesting to see if we can say it did so in a couple of years.  The 50 Targa was filled with the same hope, and saw Fairline opting at the time for an owners forward room against the more desired full beam midships layout. The 53 goes back to recent basics and its interior layout will feature the full beam midships owners cabins.  The 53 also features a couple of interesting options from a galley up astern or down choice, to a day head option below.  Power for the 53 Targa GT will come from twin Volvo 675hp and 725hp units with line shaft propulsion.      

Technical Data:

LOA - 16.92 m (55.6ft) incl pulpit

Hull Length - 16.3 m

Beam - 4.52 m

Draft - 1.2 m

Displacement - 19500 kg dry

Fuel Capacity - 2412 l

Water Capacity - 550 l

Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins, 1 crew cabin berth

Engines - 2 x Volvo D11 675hp, D11 725hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 30 knots max with 675hp, 32 knots max with 725hp

Hull Shape - modified Vee with 12.5 degrees deadrise aft

Construction - Resin infused cored hull with isophtalic gel coat and resin

www.fairline.com

Project: Viking 80 Enclosed Brige

As with any large Viking above sixty feet, the current premier sportfish builder following the launch of it's 80 Sportfish Convertible presents the project of an Enclosed Bridge version.  Similar to it's sister in nearly all areas the 80 EB will have the benefit of the Enclosed Pilot House on top of the main deck.  Entrance to the Enclosed Bridge will be from an internal spiral staircase to starboard.  The layout up top will offer a forward central helm, L-shaped dinette to port side, and two side companion seats.  To aft outside of the bridge will be a bench settee to port side, while to starboard will be a small mooring station.

www.vikingyachts.com

New Model: Monte Carlo Yachts MCY105

Starting with the MCY76 just five years ago, the Beneteau Group premiere motor yacht range Monte Carlo has since then extended to five models, and now presents its new flagship the MCY105.  As all the range the new flagship is a design from the Italians Nuvolari Lenard, who extend the family feeling of all the smaller models into a new larger dimension.  The Venice designers showcase a two and half deck raised pilot house planning super yacht, which features among the larger flybridge in this size. Two different accommodation layouts are available for the MCY105 offering four or five double cabins. Owners stateroom is located on the forward part of the main deck.  A crew area is located at midships and this offers three cabins plus a galley and L-shape dinette.  Power comes from twin MTU 2186hp or 2400hp. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 32 m (105ft)

Beam - 7.15 m

Displacement - 104 t dry

Fuel Capacity - 12000 l

Water Capacity - 2000 l

Accommodation - 8 berths in 4 cabins or 10 berths in 5 cabins, 5/6 crew berths in 3 cabins

Engines - 2 x MTU 16v2000M84 2186hp, 16v2000M93 2400hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 27 knots max, 23 knots cruise

Project - Nuvolari Lenard

Certification - RINA Pleasure, RINA charter class

www.montecarloyachts.it 

Project: Tiara 39 Coupe

Tiara continue to expand its Coupe range and after the introduction of the 50 and 44, looks into integrating a more economic to purchase due to the smaller size twelve meter sized 39 model.  The project of the 39 Coupe synthesizes what the larger sisters stand in a slightly smaller package.  Indeed just as the 44 and 50, the 39 Coupe will be powered by IPS pod drives, and will also offer two separate double cabins below decks.  The main deck will also be similar to what the larger sisters offer with living all located on the main deck; L-shaped saloon to port side, helm and galley to starboard.  Standard power will offer twin Volvo 370hp diesel engines, with IPS pod drives.   

www.tiarayachts.com

New Model: Galeon 310 HTC

Galeon's continues to expand its entry level 300 series line up with the launch of the new 310 HTC, the sports sister to the 300 Fly. and 305 HTS models.  Apart using the same hull as the other 300 models, Galeon and designer Roberto Curto in the 310 present an all weather coupe sport cruiser with a main deck layout which can be used fully enclosed or open depending on the weather and an owner needs.  Similar on the exterior to the 305 HTS, the 310 HTC differs mostly on the layout of the main deck feature a standard aft settee main deck, and a divided patio door enclosed saloon which offers a C-shaped dinette to port-side, and helm station with galley behind to starboard.  Lower deck cabin access is located centrally with the below accommodations offering two cabins sleeping four in two cabins; at midships and to fore with a shower head located to starboard. Power comes from single engines choices starting at 260hp and goes up to twin 260hp units. 

Technical Data: 

LOA - 9.6 m (31.6ft) 

Hull Length - 8.99 m

Beam - 2.99 m

Draft - 0.72 m exl props and drives

Displacement - 5500 kg / 6090 kg light, 

Fuel Capacity - 415 l, or 600 l

Water Capacity - 200 l

Accommodation 4 + 2 berths

Max Persons - 9

Engines - 1 x Volvo D4 260hp, D6 400hp, 2 x Volvo D4 260hp

Propulsion - stern drives

Project - Roberto Curto

Certification - CE B

www.galeon.pl

Project: Windy Twenty Two

The Windy Twenty Two concept project is designed by the Dubois studio to emphasize the outdoors, with lots of cockpit seating, open deck spaces, fold–down bulwarks aft, a drop-down transom for swimmers, and extra seating and sunbathing space on the fore-deck.  The hull is of a deep Vee mono-hedron construction for good offshore performance and the fixtures and fittings on the boat are all of superior quality.  Sliding cockpit doors and a hardtop with a large opening sunroof shelter a small deck saloon, from which a curved companionway leads down into a private lower saloon which has skylights, a large TV and daybed, and a small dinette.  There is also a galley aft alongside a twin-berth cabin, and a spacious VIP suite forward. The interior is by the British studio Design Unlimited. With three powerful engine options available, and a choice of jet drives, surface drive or Volvo IPS pod drives, the Twenty Two promises high performance, while a 24-degree deep vee hull by Hans Jørgen Johnsen guarantees the exemplary handling and sea keeping for which Windy is renowned.

www.windy.no

New Model: Cranchi Sixty Fly

In the middle of Summer Cranchi launched its new Sixty Fly model.  As we advised in our project article the Sixty is an evolution of the 58, with changes occurring in all areas of the boat including main and lower deck.  Outside the visible difference is the large side glass window to the hull side of the 60 Fly.  Inside the most distinctive change is that of the galley, now located to port side of the central main deck helm station. The galley is larger to that of the 58, but also goes against recent trends of putting it astern.  Power will come from twin Volvo 625hp or optional larger 725hp twin engines.

Technical Data:

LOA - 18.52 m (60.8ft)

Beam - 4.85 m

Draft - 1.32 m incl props

Displacement - 26000 kg dry, 28,800 kg loaded

Fuel Capacity - 2000 l

Water Capacity - 540 l

Accommodation - 6 guest berths in 3 cabins, 1 crew cabin berth

Max Persons - 14

Engines - 2 Volvo D11 625hp, D11 725hp

Propulsion - Volvo forward looking dual propeller IPS pod drives

Certification - CE B

www.cranchi.it

Project: Baglietto 43m Fast

Spacious volumes characterize the new aluminium Baglietto 43 m Fast yacht.  This new model in the fast line marks Baglietto’s new era following its acquisition by the Gavio Group and inaugurates the range of new Fast crafts designed by Mr Paszkowski. While preserving the sleek and aggressive lines that have always been a distinctive feature of Baglietto planing crafts, this project distinguishes itself for a new style. The leitmotiv across the entire yacht are brightness and a focus on conviviality: from the large skylights in the ceiling panel in the entrance on the main deck to the dining room, which – thanks to a mobile partition can be connected to the galley and the dinette, creating one single open space ensuring a wonderful convivial atmosphere.  The night area is entirely located on the lower deck, where the aft full-beam master cabin stands out for its wide spaces and large glazing, ensuring an impressive brightness at all times. The fore outdoor area is extremely innovative: conceived as a living area, it includes a huge sunbathing area offering a magnificent view and, at the extreme bow, a heated Jacuzzi. The aft cockpit has been fitted with a modern system of canopies allowing to close the entire area, thereby ensuring the utmost privacy.  A soft and stylish atmosphere is guaranteed by the natural teak and the lining and paneling, characterized by a skillful combination of different materials in a chessboard pattern. Last generation technologies and solutions can also be found in the wheelhouse and the engine room. Innovative materials have been used in particular for the latter, where twin MTU 4615hp engines are installed, capable of pushing the yacht to a cruising speed of 28 knots. Besides this 43 m yacht, by the end of this year Baglietto will also launch another 46 m Fast. The planing range will be completed by an entry-level model, 38 meters in length. All yachts in Baglietto’s steel and aluminium displacement line share the same family feeling, stylistic features, and distinctive elements: all hulls in this line can boast a long history of tested reliability and excellence in terms of seaworthiness and sea-keeping quality.

www.baglietto.com

New Model: Benetti 125 Vivace

Benetti 125 Vivace second model of the Fast Displacement series made its debut at the Cannes boat show in early September.  Vivace 125 joins the flagship of the Class Fast Displacement line, the 140 Veloce, and takes inspiration from its forerunners construction technology, stylistic features, and spatial layout. Benetti Class Vivace 125 is a composite and carbon construction yacht built at the Viareggio boatyard; measuring just over 38 meters and featuring a semi-wide body with three decks plus sun deck. Much like its bigger sister, Stefano Righini has designed the F-125 with a sporty exterior employing generous amounts of horizontal windows to accentuate the sleek lines; its hallmark is a large central design element at the sides enclosing the upper deck stair.  The interior layout is articulated in 4 suites for 8 guests and the owner's apartments forward on the main deck, at full beam. The captain plus a crew of 7 is available to see to all the guest's needs.  Thanks to an exclusive agreement, 125 Vivace is equipped with an innovative series of azipod transmissions expressly designed by Rolls-Royce for Benetti: carbon Azipull 65C pods. The D2P Displacement Planing  hull equipped with wave piercer was perfected by Benetti technicians for the Rolls-Royce propulsion pod by optimising all the stern tunnel thrusters and those elements impacting hydrodynamic coefficients. The result is an even greater improvement of the already enhanced propulsion efficiency of the pod drives.  The D2P hull with wave piercer enables the new Fast Displacement series to reach higher speeds without engine strain, or to cruise in displacement mode at an economical speed with a much greater range.

Technical Data:
LOA - 38.1 m (125ft)

Waterline Length - 31 m

Beam - 8.45 m

Draft - 2.08 m

Displacement - 187.5 t half load, 200 t full load

Fuel Capacity - 25000 l

Water Capacity - 4000 l

Accommodation - 10 guest berths in 5 cabins, 9 crew berths in 5 cabins

Engines - 2 x MTU 16v2000M94 2600hp

Propulsion - Azipull 65C pod drives

Speed - 22 knots max, 17 knots cruise, 12 knots economic cruise

Range - 500 nm at 17 knots, 1250 nm at 12 knots

Hull Shape - D2P Displacement planning hull with wave piercer

Construction - Composite with carbon, Vinilester exterior layers and Isophtalic polyester 

Project - Stefano Righini exterior and lines, Redman-Whitley-Dixon interior

Certitication - RINA C Y Hull Mach Y

www.benettiyachts.it

Project: Princess 49

Princess finally decide to fill the long standing vacuum between the 43 and 52 model, with the project of a new IPS propelled 49 flybridge cruiser. Going against the rumors the 49 will feature a new hull, and is not based on the V48.  Wider, longer and heavier by a no slouch five tons are the three words which you have to look when comparing the specification of the 49 with that of the V48. The interior layout of the 49 goes on to follow all the latest trends; L-shaped astern galley, and a three cabin lower deck with a full beam midships located owners room.  The engine and propulsion set up of the new Princess is also very interesting, and while the new 49 will use the latest Volvo 550hp IPS pod drive combination, power plants located at midships marks also an attention to weight distribution which will serve well while cruising.

www.princessyachts.com

New Model: Sea Ray 400 Sundancer

Sea Ray is proud to introduce the new 400 Sundancer, featuring a fresh and exciting design coming from the big sisters of the large yacht L-class range.  The 400 Sundancer will make its official debut in November at the Fort Lauderdale boat show.  Entertainment comes naturally on-board the 400 Sundancer, with an open floor plan main deck that creates generous, connected social zones throughout the boat. The spacious and airy salon features large windows and a power-actuated sunroof that lets in abundant natural light. Plush seating, including an L-shaped lounge, accommodates up to eight people, and a triple-pane entry door and retractable cockpit SureShade extend the entertainment space outdoors. The bow lounge brings comfort to a new level as well, with multi-position sun-pads and an optional shade system for all-day comfort.  The living area below opens to two full-beam staterooms. The master stateroom comes with an expansive closet system, or an optional second head and shower. The aft stateroom sleeps three and features a settee and sliding bunks that convert to a double bed when preferred.  Richer materials and finishes from elegant hardwood floors to smooth solid surface counter-tops enhance the aesthetics and comfort of all interior spaces. The galley area is sleek and luxurious, with high-end appliances and plentiful storage, and the cleanly designed helm station features joystick control from the double-wide helm seat.  Aft, the 400 Sundancer’s optional hydraulic swim platform features innovative self-deploying boarding steps that allow for effortless interaction with the water.

Technical Data:

LOA - 13.2 m (43.6ft) with extended bathing platform, 12.2 m without extended platform
Beam - 4.0 m
Draft - 1.75 m
Displacement - 12935 kg dry
Fuel Capacity - 1211 l
Water Capacity - 378 l
Accommodation - 6 berths in 2 cabins
Engines - 2 x Mercruiser 8.2 Mag HO Ect 430hp, 8.2 Horizon ECT 430hp (petrol gas)
Mercury 4.2l TDI 370hp, Cummins QSD 6.7 480hp
Propulsion - stern drive, or V-drive
Hull Shape - modified Vee with 17 degrees dead=rise aft
Certification - CE B, USCG, ABYC, NMMA

www.searay.com

Project: Palm Beach PB52 Flybridge

As is usual with Palm Beach motor yachts from down under Australia, the builder presents a Flybridge version of its latest model, the PB52.  Flexibility is key to this latest Palm Beach traditional yacht, available with both IPS or shaft line propulsion, and three layouts for both the lower and upper deck with two or three cabin options. The PB 52 Flybridge will have a sport-fishing style helm at the back of the flybridge with entertainment areas located at the forward part. Adding tradition to the part the PB52 will also feature a central mast as a radar arch. 

www.palmbeachmotoryachts.com

Project: Horizon FD85

Horizon is pleased to announce the FD85 fast displacement motoryacht as a new model to the company’s luxury yacht line-up. Developed by renowned yacht designer Cor D. Rover and Horizon’s in-house naval architecture team, the FD85 features a vertical bow design, which has been tested with Computational Fluid Dynamics; that not only offers the desired fast displacement performance criteria but also increased hull volume for 25% more spacious living spaces, including a five guest stateroom layout. Built with twin Cat 1136hp engines, the new Horizon FD85 performs high efficiency from a slow cruise of 10 knots to a faster cruise of 16 knots, ensuring a more comfortable and versatile use of operating speeds. The FD85 has just completed one of her main construction stages, joining the hull and superstructure, and is scheduled to debut at the 2016 Taiwan International Boat Show in March.  The new Horizon FD85 provides five en suite guest staterooms; a full-beam master stateroom on deck and two mirrored VIP queen staterooms as well as two twin guest staterooms below deck.  Crew quarters are found just forward of the engine room. The main salon and formal dining room incorporate sections of floor-to-ceiling glass windows, a design feature that is carried into the Master stateroom as well and dramatically increases natural light in these areas. In the FD85’s pilothouse, a large windshield also adds natural light and maximizes visibility; however Low-E glass is utilized to reduce the amount of heat entering the yacht, and the windshield’s forward-angle design minimizes reflections on the navigational instruments.  Horizon focused on both function and entertaining when designing the FD85’s outdoor spaces. An abundance of aft deck space incorporates built-in and loose seating as well as accessibility to the raised foredeck from the starboard side deck; the twin staircases from the aft deck to the flybridge provide a stylish design feature that is also practical. Crew quarters are reachable from a staircase on the port aft deck and from the swim platform. On the flybridge, the FD85 offers an outdoor helm, full bar, two adjacent L-shaped dinettes, space for sunbathing, and a hot tub ideal for enjoying the outdoors; an interior helm is connected to the flybridge for easy transition between helms.  The Horizon FD85 fast displacement blends contemporary interior and exterior styling and functional design with flexible performance capabilities, ensuring this new yacht will successfully compete in today’s multi-faceted yacht market.

www.horizonyacht.com

New Model: Titan 64

Founded in 2001 in Maryland, Titan Custom Yachts has recently launched a new 64 model, which aims to emulate the success of the 62 sold in four units. A rare thing for a full custom builder to follow up on a model. As in any custom Sportfish yacht speed is paramount, and the 64, latest creation by Titan does not disappoint and twin Caterpillar 1925hp engines enable it to reach a 42 knot top speed and 36 cruise. Unlike other custom builds which are usually cold molded, the Titan 64 is a fiberglass build, and combined with its smooth riding hull it will also offer gyro stabilizing.  Her interior will be a super plush three double cabins and heads interior, and a main deck offering the usual sportfish layout of a combined galley, dinette, and saloon.

Technical Data:

LOA - 19.5 m (64ft)

Beam - 5.84 m

Draft - 1.60 m

Displacement - 

Fuel Capacity - 6813 l

Water Capacity - 889 l

Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins

Engines - 2 x Cats C32 Acert 1925hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 42 knots max, 36 knots cruise

Construction - Fiberglass

www.titancustomyachts.com

Project: Storm X-44

Meetings with clients and owners have led Storm yachts to the development of a new project at the lower end of it's production size range: the X-44. From a distance this project is clearly identifiable as true Storm yachts, and even with a limited hull length of just over thirteen meters, the model will still offer everything that makes the brand unique in the market.  The X-44 supplements the range in the shortest length. With strong lines and a masculine appearance, it is an eye-catching day cruiser. Yet, as applies to all Storm, noblesse oblige! The combination of the FDHF hull with Volvo IPS pod propulsion system ensures a superior performance and optimal maneuverability, comfort and ease of operation for a premium boating experience.

www.stormyachts.com