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Blue Water EduFest, Melati Wisjen, November, The Ocean Collective Summit, Blue Water Heroes, ONE15 Events Management, SUTL Enterprise Limited, Southeast Asia, Singapore, Arthur Tay, Julian Chang, The International SeaKeepers Society Asia, Antarctic Climate Expedition, Ocean Geographic Society, Michael Aw, Sylvia Earle, Citi Private Bank, K3 Ventures, KIN

Blue Water EduFest returning in November

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Blue Water EduFest returning in November

August 17, 2023
1:11 pm

The Blue Water EduFest at ONE°15 Marina will again feature The Ocean Collective Summit conference, Blue Water Heroes awards and a beach clean-up.

Blue Water Heroes finalists and judges at the 2022 awards ceremony

Blue Water EduFest, a non-profit marine conservation event organised by ONE15 Events Management, a subsidiary of SUTL Enterprise Limited, will return for a second edition at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove from November 2-4.

The second Blue Water EduFest will bring together policymakers, industry leaders, yacht owners, entrepreneurs, eco-visionaries, media influencers and ocean enthusiasts passionate about coastal and marine conservation.

The three-day event provides a platform for stakeholders to act and join in the mission to protect oceans and coastlines in this part of the world, with the aim of empowering young eco-champions in Southeast Asia.

Arthur Tay, CEO and Executive Director of SUTL Enterprise

Arthur Tay, CEO and Executive Director of SUTL Enterprise and founder of Blue Water EduFest, said: “At SUTL and ONE°15 Marina, the ocean lies at the very heart of our business and operations. We bear a profound responsibility to uphold the conservation of this precious marine ecosystem.

“Through the second edition of Blue Water EduFest, I would like to rally our business collaborators, stakeholders and the yachting community to unite and take action, to protect our oceans and coastlines for the well-being of future generations. By embracing the mindset of ‘leaving it to others’, we can never be a catalyst for change.”

The core of the event is The Ocean Collective Summit two-day conference, organised with The International SeaKeepers Society and The Fabien Cousteau Ocean Learning Centre. Featuring several keynote speeches, panel discussions and ‘fireside chats’, international and regional speakers will highlight the importance of marine conservation and protection.

Jay Wade (Seakeepers), Fabien Cousteau and Julian Chang (Seakeepers Asia)

Julian Chang, Board Member and President of The International SeaKeepers Society Asia, said: “We recognise a powerful synergy in fortifying ocean conservation initiatives through the conference. This gathering will unite changemakers, advocates and collaborators, empowering our community in the region to drive impactful change for our oceans.”

A second key feature is the Blue Water Heroes Awards, dedicated to honouring young, passionate individuals dedicated to marine preservation in Southeast Asia. Winners from last year will present accounts of their ongoing research and conservation work.

This year, youths from the Antarctic Climate Expedition, organised by Ocean Geographic Society in February, will share their transformational experiences during the event, which was spearheaded by Ocean Geographic founder Michael Aw and legendary oceanographer Dr Sylvia Earle.

Dr Louisa Ponnampalam (third), Thanda Ko Gyi (second) and Melati Wijsen (winner)

For the second year, the Blue Water EduFest will conclude with a community beach clean-up featuring event attendees, esteemed partners, sponsors, ONE15 members and students.

Citi Private Bank is the presenting sponsor of the second Blue Water EduFest, which is supported by Sentosa Development Corporation and held in partnership with The International SeaKeepers Society.

Lee Lung-Nien, Chairman and Head of South Asia, Citi Private Bank, said: “We are pleased to support Blue Water EduFest again, to further strengthen community capacity building, which is essential to accelerate and scale-up ocean sustainability. Citi Private Bank’s commitment to this partnership is more relevant than ever in the global effort to address pressing sustainability challenges.”

The event’s new sponsors include K3 Ventures and KIN. K3 Ventures is a Singapore-based venture capital firm that invests in technology start-ups and supports sustainability efforts to fight climate change. KIN is a leading sports events management company that shares its passion to foster sustainability and environmental conservation.

www.bluewateredufest.com

Abeking & Rasmussen delivers its largest superyacht

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Abeking & Rasmussen delivers its largest superyacht

August 16, 2023
11:48 pm

The German shipyard has delivered the 118m Liva°, the largest yacht it has built since it was founded in 1907.

Abeking & Rasmussen has delivered the 118.2m Liva°, notable for its black hull and super-clean exterior and interior design by Joseph Dirand Architecture in Paris. Featuring accommodation for 12 guests and 33 crew, the 388ft, 5,054GT superyacht has a fully certified helicopter pad on the sky deck and is the largest yacht built by the German shipyard, which was founded in 1907.

Matthias Hellmann, CEO of Abeking & Rasmussen, said: “The delivery of this magnificent superyacht marks a defining moment for our company, and I can confidently say we’ve once again succeeded in building an exceptional yacht. By upholding our values of innovation, quality, and client satisfaction, we’ve created a yacht that sets new industry standards and delights our discerning clientele.”

Cornelsen & Partner project managed the construction process on behalf of the owner, while Abeking & Rasmussen admitted it “was a huge challenge for the shipyard to implement all technical necessities to be as invisible as possible to strictly follow the challenging aesthetic design intent”.

To maintain the elegant black silhouette, traditional anchor pockets are replaced by underwater anchors on the keel. Challenging technical aspects included the construction of a lower-deck garage fitting a 16m day tender, while the second tender garage forward on the main deck accommodates three boats, a seven-passenger Triton submersible, bicycles, water toys and dive equipment.

Joseph Dirand said: “I wanted this boat to be timeless, elegant, pure, thine, classic, contemporary with a large amount of outdoor space to be immersive with the surround landscape. This is exactly what I see when I look at it. The black hull is really spectacular and looks completely monolithic.

“I’ve been obsessed by this project and it’s the opportunity of my life to design a boat like this. I’m happy that everyone is realising why all those details were so important to get to this result. It’s my turn to thank the shipyard for being such a great partner in the realisation of this dream.”

Standout features include the Neptune Lounge, where guests have an underwater view through a window measuring 3.4m by 1.3m. For an exceptional above-water observation experience, the crow’s nest at the foot of the mast offers a privileged vantage point, while other inviting outdoor areas include a forward sun deck with a round sofa and large marble-clad fireplace.

The main deck includes a 12m by 4m pool with a floor capable of being elevated to the upper level and adorned with liquid marble – creating an illusion reminiscent of the sea’s surface – while marble also envelops the pool walls and surroundings.

For quiet operation during navigation and manoeuvring, Liva° has a sophisticated diesel-electric propulsion system including two 2,200kW electric propulsion motors manufactured by Ramme Electric Machines and supplied by SER (Schiffselektronik Rostock).

Other technical equipment includes two 2,240kW Caterpillar main generators, three 599kW Caterpillar auxiliary generators by Zeppelin Power Systems, four Voith thrusters and four SKF stabiliser fins. The yacht can reach 18 knots and has a range of 7,100nm at a cruising speed of 15 knots.

“This comprehensive blend of cutting-edge technology culminates in a propulsion and comfort system that ensures efficiency, silence, and seamless operation,” Abeking & Rasmussen stated.

www.abeking.com

Southampton show reveals strong line-up

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Southampton show reveals strong line-up

August 16, 2023
9:50 pm

British brands Sunseeker, Princess and Fairline will take centre stage at the Southampton International Boat Show, while European and US builders will also be on show.

The 54th Southampton International Boat Show from September 15-24 is set to feature over 600 exhibitors and more than 300 boats in Europe’s largest temporary, purpose-built show marina, which is set up beside Mayflower Park.

According to show organisers, the UK’s biggest boat show includes over 70 boats making their world or UK debuts including new models from leading local builders Sunseeker, Princess and Fairline.

Sean Robertson, Sunseeker’s Sales and Marketing Director, said: “We return this September to Southampton for the 54^th edition of the show with a fantastic line-up including two of our most recent launches – the spectacular Superhawk 55 and 75 Sport Yacht. We have models from across our range on display across the 10-day event, offering a fantastic showcase for our guests.”

Princess will have a seven-strong line-up headed by the S72, following its world premiere at Boot Dusseldorf. The Plymouth builder’s display also includes a second S Class model, the S62, along with the F65, F50 and F45 from its F Class of flybridge models, plus the V40 and V50 cruisers.

Simon Clare, Marketing Director of Princess, said: “We’re delighted to have such a strong line-up once again at the Southampton International Boat Show, especially the new S72. We know this exciting addition to our S Class range will be a significant draw at the show for both our UK and international clients.”

Fairline, based inland in Oundle, is staging the world premiere of its much-anticipated Squadron 58, the first sub-80ft motor yacht from a British builder to include large, hydraulically powered balconies on both sides, while other highlights include an innovative bathing platform that doubles in size. The builder will also show the F//Line 33, Targa 45 Open and Targa 45 GT.

James Powell, Fairline’s Sales Director, said: “The beach club balconies and ‘slide and hide’ bathing platform really put the new Squadron 58 in a league of its own, so we’re proud to be turning heads with this new model. The beach club offers unrivalled outdoor living space for a yacht of this size and gives owners the feel of a yacht far larger without the associated ownership costs.”

French builder Prestige will show its new 690, X60 and M48, the first model from its M-Line of multihulls. Jeanneau, also part of Groupe Beneteau, will display its DB/43 luxury day boat as well as models from its Cap Camarat and Merry Fisher lines, while fellow French yard Fountaine Pajot will show its MY4.S sedan-style powercat.

Axopar models include the 28 and 45XC Cross Cabin, Bavaria’s SR33 and the electric, hydrofoiling Candela C-8 are making UK debuts, while US brands include Regal, Sea Ray, Monterey and Wellcraft.

Sailing yachts include the world premiere of Jeanneau’s Sun Fast 30 One Design, with the French builder also showing the Jeanneau Yachts 55 that debuted earlier this year.

Other sailing yachts include the Spirit 72DH, Oyster 595, Swan 58, Arcona 50, Bavaria C46, J-Boats’ J/45, Hanse 410, Beneteau First 36 and First 44, and Dufour 41 and 37. Sailing catamarans include the Lagoon 51, Excess 11, Fountaine Pajot Elba 45 and Nautitech 44 Open.

Entertainment includes back-flipping jet-skiers and breathtaking aerial flyboard acrobatics in the On the Water Stage line-up, while the 47m Dutch tall ship Thalassa will host two-hour evening sails as part of Try-a-Boat+.

On Sunday, September 17, the Rose Road Association mass swim event will be held for a second year, while on the same day the Royal Air Force’s Red Arrows return to the show for the first time since 2015.

The following weekend, September 23 events include the final round of this year’s UK Offshore Powerboat Racing Association (UKOPRA) series and a fly past by a Hawker Hurricane fighter aircraft, which will be joined on the show’s final day by another British icon, the Spitfire.

New entertainment venues include the Shipyard food court and music stage, and the Bottle Boat Stage and Bar, which is adjacent to the revamped Guinness Bar, while the Foredeck Stage has a new location in the Ocean Hall.

www.southamptonboatshow.com

First Sunreef 70 Eco sets sail

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First Sunreef 70 Eco sets sail

August 16, 2023
1:47 am

Poland’s Sunreef Yachts has showcased the first 70 Eco ahead of the model’s world premiere at the Cannes Yachting Festival.

Sunreef Yachts has launched the first Sunreef 70 Eco, One Planet, ahead of the model’s global debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival from September 12-17.

Set to be among three Sunreef sailing catamarans in Port Canto, the blue-hulled 70 Eco will be among the Polish builder’s multiple world premieres in Cannes along with the first 60 Eco. The 80 Sunreef Power Eco and 70 Sunreef Power will debut in Vieux Port, dedicated to motor yachts.

The first Sunreef 70 Eco features solar panels seamlessly integrated into the hulls, superstructure and bimini roof, covering an impressive 81.5sqm and generating 20kWp. The photovoltaic system is coupled with an ultralight battery bank, custom engineered for the Sunreef 70 Eco model.

Offering over 3,100sqft of living area for guests to enjoy, the 70 Eco offers large outdoor areas in the vast aft cockpit, expansive bow terrace and superyacht-size flybridge. The interior of One Planet includes a full-width saloon on the main deck and four guest cabins on the lower deck.

www.sunreef-yachts.com

www.sunreef-yachts-eco.com

Day boat builders eyeing Asia: Part 2

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Day boat builders eyeing Asia: Part 2

August 10, 2023
4:00 pm

As the luxury day boat market continues to grow internationally, more shipyards across Europe are looking to increase their presence in key markets in this region.

For part one of the article featuring Invictus, Capoforte, Fjord, Vanquish, Pardo and VanDutch, click here.

Solaris Power 44 Open

Italy’s other leading day boat builders include Solaris Power – also based in Forli – whose Open models include the 40, 44, 48 and upcoming 52 and 60, while it also produces Lobster and Flybridge series. Key Largo, owned by Bergamo-based Sessa Marine, produces outboard (24, 27, 34, 40) and inboard (24, 27, 34) lines.

Key Largo 34

In Napoli, Fiart focuses on open boats with its Seawalker models (35, 39, 43) and the P54 it debuted at last year’s Genoa International Boat Show, while Apreamare builds the distinctive Gozzo 35 and 45.

Fiart P54

Just northwest of Napoli, Evo’s open day boats include the R4 (43ft) in three versions and super-transformer R6 (58ft). Earlier this year, the young company founded in 2014 announced the sale of four R4 units to the Middle East through dealer Evo Yachts Dubai.

Evo R4

Other Italian builders in the sector include Sardinia-based Maori Yacht, while Wider is moving in with its Wilder 60 launching this summer. Italia Yachts has developed an open design for its upcoming IY 43, the sailing yacht builder’s first powerboat.

Sacs Rebel 47

In Italy, RIBs (rigid inflatable boats) and ‘maxi’ RIBs form a sub-sector of luxury day boats. Leading brands include Sacs (1989), which builds Rebel (40, 47, 55) and Strider (23ft-59ft) lines, and is represented by Boat Lagoon Yachting in Southeast Asia.

Pirelli 42

Sister company TecnoRib (2005) produces Pirelli walkarounds (30, 35, 42, 50), while Anvera (2002) builds 42, 48 and 58 models. Founded in 1961, Nuova Jolly includes Thailand-based Asia Global Yachting among its dealers.

Lomac GranTurismo 12.0

Other historic RIB builders include Lomac (1960), which debuted the GranTurismo 12.0 at Boot Dusseldorf in January and will premiere the Turismo 9.5 and upgraded 45ft flagship GranTurismo 14.0 at this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival (September 7-12).

In the Netherlands, leading day boat brands include Wajer, founded in 1992 and whose models include the 46-knot 38, new 44, 55 and flagship 77, which reaches 37 knots and includes Tom Brady among its buyers.

Wajer 55S

Earlier this year, Bekkers released its first yacht, the Azur 45HT, which will debut at Cannes in September, while Flynt is developing the 956 Nova, a Vripack-designed 31-footer expected to top 48 knots with twin 350hp inboards.

Frauscher, the iconic Austrian brand founded in 1927, builds motor boats from the 747 Mirage (24ft 6in) to the 1414 Demon (46ft), along with electric boats from the 610 San Remo (20ft) to the Frauscher x Porsche Fantom Air (28ft) set to debut in 2024.

In the UK, Sunseeker and Fairline – both founded in the 1960s – have targeted different ends of the market with their Superhawk 55 and F//Line 33 respectively, while other storied British builders focused on open designs include Hunton (1979) and Fletcher (1960), which is developing its first new model in over two decades, the F23 bowrider, with an electric edition targeted for late 2024.

Tesoro 40

Spanish builders include De Antonio, whose models range from the D28 to D50, while the newer Tesoro brand offers its T-38, T-40 and upcoming T-55 in inboard or outboard versions, with dealers including The Yacht Sales Co in Asia-Pacific.

In Germany, SAY Carbon Yachts has entered the market with its low-emission, carbon-built 29, 29 E (electric) and 42 models, with the 52 in production. The company was founded by CEO Karl Wagner, a carbon specialist whose background includes two decades developing Carbo Tech into one of the automobile industry’s largest producers of carbon-fibre-reinforced components, working with the likes of Porsche, Aston Martin and McLaren.

SCANDINAVIAN STYLE

After day boat pioneer Fjord was founded in Arendal on Norway’s south coast in 1960, eight years later Swedish builder Nimbus was established in Gothenburg, 135nm to the east. Part of the eight brand Nimbus Group, which recorded US$160 million in sales for 2022, Nimbus has long been Sweden’s most popular boat builder and was associated with tennis star Bjorn Borg in the 1980s.

Nimbus T11

Another leader in the historic and recent waves of Scandinavian boat builders with global appeal, Nimbus continues to build rock-solid, multi-functional boats ranging from 26-49ft across four lines: Tender, Day Cruisers, Commuter and Coupe Cruisers, the latter two featuring enclosed designs.

Its Tender line of walkarounds features the T8 (26ft), T9 (31ft) and T11 (41ft) – which can all be fitted with a T-top – while Day Cruisers include the 305 Drophead (33ft), Weekender 9 (31ft) and newly launched Weekender 11 (41ft), which will premiere at Cannes in September.

Asiamarine represents Nimbus in Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam, and has sold the T8, T9 and T11 (Review, Issue 65) across the region. The dealer represents Fraser in multiple markets

and has sold several Nimbus models to owners of superyachts.

“Nimbus boats are not cheap, but they’re pricey for the right reason because they’re so strong, seaworthy and safe. I now consider Nimbus the ‘last boat’ that clients buy, after they’ve tried other brands,” says Eric Noyel, founder and CEO of Asiamarine, who owns a T11 in Thailand.

Nimbus T11 and W9

“Each time I use mine, I’m still finding out more about the boat, how it has everything you need. Nimbus is building on 45 years of feedback from clients, so the designs are so practical, with everything you need in the right place. The more I use it, the more I admire it.”

Asiamarine’s portfolio also includes Galeon and Swan, who are targeting the day boat market with the dynamic, multi-functional GTO series and elegant Shadow/Overshadow models respectively.

“We see more interest in day boats in Southeast Asia than Hong Kong, although overall I think the market is still relatively small for these types of boats compared to enclosed and flybridge yachts,” Noyel says.

In neighbouring Finland, Axopar has helped popularise Scandinavian-style motor boats since displaying its first model at the 2014 Helsinki International Boat Show, having been co-founded by Jan-Erik Viitala and Sakari Mattila, who has since left and set up Saxdor.

Axopar 37 ST

Axopar builds its adventure-themed boats in Poland and has produced over 5,000 in less than a decade. It currently offers multiple designs across its 22, 25, 28 and 37 models, plus the 45 XC Cross Cabin.

Its dealers in Asia include Thailand-based Derani Yachts, which organised five Axopars for last December’s Kata Rocks Poker Run in Phuket, while Europa Yachts in the Philippines and Amal Yachting in Taiwan are also among dealers in Asia.

Axopar is also behind Brabus Marine, which was created in 2017 with German company Brabus, a specialist in ‘aftermarket tuning’ and special editions of cars, especially Mercedes-Benz models.

Brabus Marine offers Axopar 25, 28 and 37 models (named Brabus Shadow 300, 500 and 900) with upgraded horsepower and in a wide variety of colours and designs, often military-inspired such as Blacks Ops and Stealth Green. It appointed Derani as a dealer last year.

Saxdor has further strengthened the Scandinavian offering of day boats since it was set up in 2019. Ranging from 20ft-40ft and built in Poland, models include the 200, 205, 270 (GTO, GT), 320 (GTO, GTC) and upcoming 400 (GTO, GTC), all open or with cover options apart from the enclosed GTC editions.

Saxdor 320 GTO

Its dealers include Motor Field and Pattaya Boat Club in Thailand, Xtreme Machines in Singapore and Pacific Leisure Boat in Hong Kong and mainland China, which has already brought in the 200, 320 GTO and 320 GTC models, with multiple 270s arriving in the summer.

It may still be early days for luxury day boats in this region, where Southeast Asia’s year-round warm weather could prove more welcoming to open designs than East Asia’s northern markets.

However, NextWave, for one, is a believer in the sector, while emphasising that clients across the region will continue to prioritise quality, design and detailing over price.

“The luxury day boat sector has experienced significant growth in recent years because of owners increasingly seeking the freedom to cruise without requiring a crew or with only a minimal crew on board,” co-founder Frankie Chau says.

“Boat builders in this sector are competing on factors such as exterior styling, craftsmanship in luxurious interior details and performance, all of which are highly valued by buyers in this market segment.”

Fountaine Pajot to debut new flagship at Cannes

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Fountaine Pajot to debut new flagship at Cannes

August 10, 2023
2:32 pm

The French builder is confirmed to premiere its ‘New 80’ at the Cannes Yachting Festival where it will show six sailing catamarans and three motor yachts.

CGI of Fountaine Pajot New 80

Fountaine Pajot will stage the global debut of the ‘New 80’ sailing catamaran in Port Canto at this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival (September 12-17), with teams from dealers The Yacht Sales Co and Multihull Solutions attending the six-day show. The two sister companies represent multiple multihull and monohull brands in key markets across the Asia-Pacific.

Announced at last year’s Cannes Yachting Festival, the New 80 (click for article) is Fountaine Pajot’s largest yacht to date and features retractable side decks, expansive fore and aft cockpits, a magnificent flybridge, twin helm stations, and a master cabin with Jacuzzi.

CGI of Fountaine Pajot New 80

In Port Canto, largely dedicated to sailing yachts, the New 80 will line up alongside the Astréa 42, Elba 45, Tanna 47, Aura 51 and the Samana 59. In Vieux Port, for motor yachts, Fountaine Pajot will display the MY4.S (click for Review), MY6 and Power 67.

Dufour, represented by The Yacht Sales Co, will premiere the Dufour 41 (click for article) and Dufour 530 Smart Electric sailing monohulls, while also showing the Dufour 37 (click for Review), Dufour 430 and Dufour 470 in Port Canto.

Dufour 41

Also in Port Canto, trimaran enthusiasts will be catered to by French sister brands, with the Neel 47 sailing trimaran and the Leen 56 power trimaran.

In Vieux Port, Italian builder Absolute will host the world premiere of its 52 Fly (click for article) in a large display that also includes the 48 Coupe, 56 Fly, 60 Fly, Navetta 48, Navetta 52, Navetta 58, Navetta 64 and flagship Navetta 75 (click for Review). Spanish builder Tesoro will show its T38 Outboard.

CGI of Absolute 52 Fly

Brand specialists from Multihull Solutions and The Yacht Sales Co – including Greg Boller, Marcus Overman and Andrew de Bruin – will be among the companies’ teams at the event to assist clients. Guests can meet Romain Crozon, the companies’ La Rochelle Commissioning Manager, and Andres Martinez, CEO of Tesoro.

info@yachtsalesco.com

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Fairline to debut Squadron 58 in September

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Fairline to debut Squadron 58 in September

August 10, 2023
2:15 pm

The British builder will debut the two-balcony Squadron 58 at the Southampton International Boat Show, where it will display four yachts.

CGI of Fairline Squadron 58

Fairline will unveil its all-new Squadron 58 at the 54th Southampton International Boat Show, which will be held in Mayflower Park from September 15-24. The Oundle-based builder will also display the F//Line 33, Targa 45 Open and Targa 45 GT at the 10-day show.

The Squadron 58 (click for article) marks a breakthrough for Fairline, which becomes the first British builder to include large, hydraulically powered balconies on both sides of a sub-80ft yacht, while other highlights include an innovative bathing platform that doubles in size. Teamed with the large cockpit, the Squadron 58 has over 30sqm of aft outdoor space.

CGI of Fairline Squadron 58

The yacht also offers flexible modular seating in the cockpit, complemented by a glass transom to enhance the connection to the water and expand views of the seascape.

CGI of Fairline Squadron 58

Fairline’s UK and European network of dealers will be represented on the Fairline stand throughout the Southampton International Boat Show, together with key personnel from the builder’s factory teams. The builder’s dealers in Asia include Simpson Marine.

www.fairline.com

www.simpsonmarine.com

Simpson Superyachts sells Sanlorenzo Alloy

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Simpson Superyachts sells Sanlorenzo Alloy

August 10, 2023
2:02 pm

The superyacht division of Simpson Marine has sold a 44.5m aluminium Sanlorenzo Alloy delivered in 2020.

Kamakasa

Simpson Superyachts has announced the sale of Kamakasa, a 44.5m Sanlorenzo Alloy launched in 2020 and which will soon be handed over to her new owners. At the time of sale, the asking price of the 146-footer was €24,900,000.

James Clayton and Angel Zhou, Director of Sales and China General Manager of Simpson Superyachts respectively, represented the seller, while Boomer Jousma from Italian Yacht Group represented the buyer. Simpson Superyachts is a division of Simpson Marine Group and specialises in the sale, charter and management of superyachts in Asia and beyond.

The Sanlorenzo Alloy is a fast-displacement model built entirely in aluminium and designed by Zuccon International Project. Kamakasa includes a sun deck with sun loungers aft, a lounge area, dining table, bar and another bank of sunpads forward.

Kamakasa

On the main deck, walkaround decks lead forward to a private owner’s area on the foredeck complete with lounge seating and a jacuzzi nestled among a raft of sunpads. Large sliding glass doors lead into the saloon, with two large sofa sets and a dining table forward.

Kamakasa features a 147sqm, three-level full-beam master suite with a private jacuzzi and exterior bow lounge access, separate bathrooms, walk-in wardrobe and access to a private study. There are a further four cabins for another eight guests. The superyacht has two MTU 16V M96L engines, a fuel capacity of 41,000 litres and water capacity of 8,000 litres.

http://www.simpsonmarine.com

Sunseeker unveiling Ocean 182 in US

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Sunseeker unveiling Ocean 182 in US

August 10, 2023
1:51 pm

The British builder will stage the world premiere of the Ocean 182 enclosed-flybridge model this autumn, with the Predator 75 also making its global debut.

CGI of Sunseeker Ocean 182

Sunseeker and its US distributor OneWater Yacht Group will stage the global debut of the Ocean 182 at this year’s Newport International Boat Show from September 14-17. The British builder will also show the 65 Sport Yacht and Manhattan 55 in a three-strong display in Rhode Island.

However, the Ocean 182 (click for article) will take centre stage as the first public showing of the enclosed-flybridge version of the 90 Ocean, which debuted in 2021 and started a new wide-beam, high-volume series of flybridge motor yachts from the Poole shipyard.

CGI of Sunseeker Ocean 182

Sean Robertson, President of Sunseeker USA Sales, said: “With the Ocean 182 as the largest yacht at this year’s Newport International Boat Show, we are excited to showcase a new style of Sunseeker that has been designed with the North American market in mind. The main and upper deck spaces provide a beautiful living space for socialising in comfort.”

Bryan Braley, President of OneWater Yacht Group, added: “We have a great line up of yachts on display at Newport International Boat Show. The 65 Sport Yacht is an exciting sports yacht with an unbeatable helming position, while the Manhattan 55 offers impressive exterior and interior space. We are excited to debut the new Ocean 182 at Newport before she embarks on a US tour.”

Sunseeker 100 Yacht

The Ocean 182’s tour will continue at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (October 25-29), which will also mark the US debut of the 100 Yacht and the world premiere of the Predator 75. Sunseeker’s seven-strong line-up also includes the 88 Yacht, Predator 65, Manhattan 55 and Superhawk 55.

Robertson said: “Sharing the spotlight, the Ocean 182, the Predator 75 and the award-winning 100 Yacht will all be available for exclusive viewings. We look forward to welcoming clients and celebrating the arrival of three spectacular yachts into the market for the first time.”

CGI of Sunseeker Predator 75

Braley added: “We could not be more excited to present the Sunseeker line-up at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. By far, it’s the most impressive display of yachts we’ve ever presented at this show, and we look forward to the North American debut of three new models.”

www.sunseeker.com

Nomad 101 stars in Sydney

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Nomad 101 stars in Sydney

August 10, 2023
1:38 pm

The new Nomad 101 was among superyachts at this year’s Sydney International Boat Show, where Gulf Craft exhibited three models.

Gulf Craft Nomad 101

Gulf Craft and its dealer Australian Superyachts staged the Asia-Pacific premiere of the Nomad 101 at the Sydney International Boat Show in August, five months after the Nomad flagship premiered at the Dubai International Boat Show in March.

The Sydney show in Darling Harbour featured 233 exhibitors and 646 boats including 220 in the marina, representing the event’s largest on-water display since 2018. As well as the 31m Nomad 101, which has an impressive range of 3,100nm at eight knots, Gulf Craft showed a Majesty 72 (click for Review) and an Oryx 379 at the four-day show.

Gulf Craft Nomad 101

Mohamed Alshaali, Gulf Craft’s co-founder and Chairman, said: “We were thrilled to witness the overwhelmingly positive response from visitors, fellow industry professionals and media attendees who visited the Gulf Craft stand at the Sydney International Boat Show.

“The Australian debut of the Nomad 101 marked a significant milestone for Gulf Craft in one of our fastest-growing and most important markets, reinforcing our new era of dynamic international growth.”

Gulf Craft Nomad 101

Founded in the UAE in 1982, Gulf Craft has built over 10,000 boats and today builds yachts and boats from 34-175ft across five series: Silvercraft fishing boats, Oryx sports yachts, Nomad explorer yachts, Majesty luxury yachts and Touring Passenger Vessels. It operates a 462,000sqft facility in Umm Al Quwain and a 100,000sqft facility in the Maldives, plus a service centre in Ajman.

www.gulfcraftinc.com

Refreshing Scents For Summer 2023

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Refreshing Scents For Summer 2023

August 10, 2023
1:07 pm

Who said hot and sticky can’t also be sexy and romantic? For your summer romance, here are six of our favourite scents.

Maison Margiela : On A Date

Sweet wine, grape candy or rose water? Well, this eau de toilette from Maison Margiela’s Replica fragrance collection inspired by a date in Provence smells like the acidity and sweetness of sparkling wine blended with the woodiness of barrels used to age salty balsamic vinegar. Call it a skin scent if you will as its sillage radiates sensually across the collarbones and neck.

Dior: Jasmin des Anges

Jasmine was used in ancient times as a scent for seduction with its heavy, sweet, tar-like pungency. La Collection Privée Christian Dior presents its contemporary take in the form of Jasmin des Anges, lightening the heaviness of the jasmine by blending it with bergamot for crispness. As for its packaging, it’s part of the Dioriviera capsule collection that celebrates all things summery and bright.

Diptyque: Eau Nabati

Conjuring the romance of a leisurely summer stroll with your partner somewhere in Europe is Diptyque’s Eau Nabati, one of 2023’s most stand-out fragrances so far. Think the zestiness of bergamot, the warmth of petit grain and a refreshing burst of immortelle flowers. Its sillage too is stunning for such a lightweight fragrance — up to eight hours in this summer heat.

Dolce & Gabbana: K

Dolce & Gabbana’s K by Dolce & Gabbana is as enigmatic and sexily mysterious as its name suggests. It might not seem as summer-like when compared to Light Blue, but if you’re looking for an aquatic fragrance with some seductiveness, this is it. Expect the classic Dolce & Gabbana notes of fresh oranges, berries and geranium but with a syrupy fig nectar which makes it voluptuous for the season.

Mugler: Angel Elixir

How does the 2023 version of Mugler Angel stand up to 1992’s? Frankly, the latter will always be an undisputed original but for anybody who wants an equally feisty yet androgynously sexy eau de parfum, Mugler Angel Elixir is at once woody, gourmand, and floral. This romantic scent will have your date thinking about the next meet-up already with just one spritz.

Penhaligon’s: Solaris

Penhaligon’s Solaris might be peak summer nostalgia for some with its notes of juicy blackcurrant, floral neroli, and sweet vanilla. Think lazy days by the beach, bathing in the sun while the ocean softly kisses the shore.

A version of this article was first published on Men’s Folio Singapore.

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Galeon’s thrilling new ‘Fun Machine’

Reviews / yachtstyle2020

Galeon’s thrilling new ‘Fun Machine’

August 10, 2023
2:34 am

Designed by Tony Castro and already sold into Asia, the asymmetrical 375 GTO is the second model in Galeon’s Grand Touring Outboard series, with thrilling speed and performance, drop-down sides, movable furniture and spectacular lighting among many exciting aspects of ‘The Fun Machine’.
Words: Valencia Tong
Photos: Galeon

Galeon offers the 375 GTO with spectacular blue LED lighting all around the boat and even underwater

At the MarineMax booth at this year’s Palm Beach International Boat Show (PBIBS), Galeon’s sporty looking 375 GTO gleamed under the Florida sun. With the nearby DJ raising the energy with upbeat music, the atmosphere was electric, with the builder’s newest luxury day boat taking centre stage.

‘The Fun Machine’ looked ready to party, turning heads and attracting visitors passing by who couldn’t help but stop and stare to admire its streamlined aesthetics, as some imagined the pleasure of driving the motor yacht at its renowned top speed close to 50 knots.

Asiamarine has sold a 375 GTO in Singapore due to arrive in 2024

In the evening, everyone aboard looked like a rock star due to the soft, futuristic glow of the blue LED strip lights in the ceiling, deck flooring and even hull bottoms, which lit up the water below. With its sleek appearance and smart design, it’s a model that makes a statement for water-loving adventurers.

POWERFUL PERFORMER

As the second model in Galeon’s young GTO family, the 375 GTO has been making a lot of friends around the world since showing at high-profile events like the Cannes Yachting Festival in France and Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show in the US late last year, as well as this year’s Miami International Boat Show a month ahead of Palm Beach.

The 375 GTO can reach 48 knots with twin 600hp Mercury Verado V12s

Following the 325 GTO that premiered in early 2021 and debuted in Asia later that year through Asiamarine in Hong Kong – there are now five units in Asia – the 375 GTO is another spectacular creation by Tony Castro. Born in the Portuguese capital of Lisbon, Castro has been designing motor yachts for Galeon for over 20 years from the UK base of his company, Tony Castro Design Studio.

With an overall length of 37ft 9in, the 375 GTO has a 35ft-long hull with a 12ft beam and a draft of just 3ft 8in (1.11m) – or only 2ft 5in (0.74m) if the engines are up.

Twin 600hp Mercury Verado V12s are among several outboard engine options

As befitting its nickname, ‘The Fun Machine’, the yacht offers remarkable performance on the water and can be fitted with three 400hp Mercury Verado V10 or Mercury Racing 450R V10 outboards.

However, the most exciting and powerful option is the twin 600hp Mercury Verado V12s, which can power the 10-tonne open cruiser to 55mph or about 48 knots.

The L-shaped sofa can be converted into a bench seat behind the captain’s chairs

Right above the helm, the two-part glass roof can be quickly retracted when needed, which increases ventilation and allows those on board to feel the speed as the wind blows through their hair. Starboard and port windows that can electronically open like car windows are among appealing options.

BEACH MODE

At rest, one of the special features is the ‘Beach Mode’, first popularised by the drop-down sides on Galeon’s 500 Fly and since incorporated on many of Galeon’s flybridge models including the 640 Fly, 400 Fly, 440 Fly and new 560 Fly.

The drop-down sides expand the beam from 12ft to over 17ft

The 325 GTO has one drop-down side to port, but the 375 GTO has them on both sides. Once they’re both down, they expand the yacht’s beam by over 5ft and turn the cockpit into a three-sided beach club ideal for watersports and enjoying the water.

There are many more ‘transformer-style’ features on this boat. The aft bench sofa has integrated side doors and an adjustable backrest, so guests can either face forward, such as for dining or while cruising, or aft for a relaxing view of the water.

The aft sofa’s adjustable backrest allows guests to face the water

Furthermore, the sofa can slide forward or back. It can be set aft for more room in the cockpit or forward so guests have more legroom while facing aft or can sit more comfortably at the dining table, which has two outer leaves that can fold inwards to make a smaller, coffee table for day time use.

The hard top stops just short of covering the aft sofa, but Galeon offers the option of an extendable SureShade® cockpit awning that could appeal to many clients in Asia.

MOVING FORWARD

The forward cockpit furniture includes a fixed seat to port where a guest can face inward or aft, while to starboard is an L-shaped sofa, which offers remarkable flexibility.

The cockpit includes a convertible L-shaped sofa

Mechanisms can lift the forward part of the sofa up and aft, while the backrest can flip aft to create a forward-facing bench seat behind the helm, ideal for guests to enjoy a great vantage point while cruising.

To port is the wet bar, which has an electric grill, sink, fridge, storage and a bin, along with drinks holders and counter space on each side of the flip-up panel.

The covered area has a wet bar to port, while the cockpit table can be expanded for dining

To starboard is the helm station with two electrically-adjustable captain’s chairs and an electrically adjustable steering wheel. The control buttons, located on the black panel, are mainly in circular, metallic form, with blue LEDs emitting a soft glow.

At night, with the blue mood lighting and the sound system pumping the ambience of the cockpit makes driving the boat and entertaining guests an unforgettable experience.

From the covered cockpit, there’s a single side passage, to port, that leads to the foredeck, where Galeon’s transformer DNA is to the fore again.

Accessed from port side, the bow lounge offers U-shaped seating and space for a table

The bow lounge can fit three guests facing forwards, supported by two fold-down armrests, while the U-shaped seating continues around the starboard side and the forepeak. The central area can be left clear, fitted with a small table or filled in with sunpads to create a large sunbathing area.

VERSATILE INTERIOR

Access to the lower deck is through a sliding companionway door by the helm. The minimalist or ‘floating’ stairs lead past beech wood cabinetry to port.

Below deck, the low-ceilinged midships cabin has twin beds

Forward is a convertible dinette, which features U-shaped seating and a height-adjustable table with fold-out leaves on both sides. When the table is lowered and filled in with a large cushion, the area becomes a double bed.

During the day, the interior area is surprisingly light due to a large port window facing the side deck and bulwark, and light from above when the sliding companionway door is open.

The forward dinette can be converted into a double bed

The elegant brownish grey and cream colour tone of the interior, coupled with warm, yellowish LED lights, creates a cosy ambience during the day or early evening, while the cool, bluish LED lights are among options.

The bathroom with separate shower stall is to starboard, while midships is a low-ceilinged cabin with twin beds. Each horizontal step of the staircase looks like a mini table surface stacked vertically on top of each other. If more space is needed at night, the stairway can be lifted to the ceiling, making it easier for guests to get in and out of the midships cabin.

With the optional blue lighting

As well as individual options like the Seakeeper 3, Galeon offers a Comfort Pack and a Luxury Pack, with the latter including a 32-inch TV, 60-litre fridge in the lower lounge, an upgraded Fusion sound system, and the blue/white LED lights that made such an impression at the Palm Beach show. Galeon promised ‘The Fun Machine’ and it has certainly delivered.

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