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Fairline folds out Targa 40

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Fairline folds out Targa 40

January 26, 2024
4:00 pm

Following the double-balcony Squadron 58, the British builder has debuted the Targa 40 featuring a drop-down bulwark to starboard.

Fairline Targa 40 at Boot Dusseldorf 2024

Fairline staged the world premiere of its all-new Targa 40 at Boot Dusseldorf. Featuring a drop-down bulwark on the starboard side, the Targa 40 is the new entry model for the British builder’s line of cruisers, which also includes the 45 Open, 45 GT, 50 Open, 50 GT and 65 GT.

The Targa 40 was on display in Dusseldorf with the Targa 45 Open, Targa 45 GT, Phantom 65 sportbridge and Squadron 58 flybridge, which debuted at the Southampton International Boat Show last September and features drop-down bulwarks on either side of the aft cockpit.

The Oundle builder hopes the new 39-footer will follow the success of the Targa 38, one of the brand’s most popular models following its launch in 2006, with more than 300 built over the following decade.

The Targa 40 can fit twin Volvo Penta D6-340s or D6-380s, which Fairline expects to deliver top end speeds of 32 knots and 36 knots respectively. The exterior includes a modern bluff-bow hull and an open cockpit with a hardtop and electric canvas sunroof that can retract to fully expose the main deck to the elements.

Aft, the integrated garage has room for a 2.7m tender with electric outboard. The two aft-facing double sunbeds with floating backrests can convert into sofas, while the eye-catching new feature is a power-down beach club balcony to starboard. The port sunbed is part of a C-shaped seating and dining area opposite a wet bar.

The forward area benefits from extensive glazing, which provides natural light and expansive views. To port is companion seating that can double as a daybed, while to starboard are twin helm seats. The foredeck is accessed by two side decks and is dominated by expansive sunbeds, while the addition of a forward-facing sofa at the bow enables guests to enjoy the views while cruising.

Below deck includes an impressive C-shaped lounge sofa opposite a galley, TV and the shared bathroom, which also has direct access from the owner’s suite in the bow and features 6ft 6in of headroom. The midships guest cabin has twin beds that slide together to form a double.

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Dufour 44 debuts at Boot

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Dufour 44 debuts at Boot

January 26, 2024
3:51 pm

The French shipyard kicked off the year with the world premiere of the Dufour 44, which features a hexagonal dining table in the saloon.

The wide-beam Dufour 44 debuted at Boot Dusseldorf, as the French builder continues to revamp its series of sailboat models ranging from the Dufour 37 to flagship Dufour 61. The shipyard debuted the Dufour 41 at last September’s Cannes Yachting Festival and followed up with the Dufour 44, which is available in an electric version (as are the Dufour 470 and Dufour 530).

Like the Dufour 41, the Dufour 44 features an exterior by Umberto Felci of Felci Yacht Design and an interior by Luca Ardizio of Ardizio Design, with an extra emphasis on beam and interior volume. The yacht has an overall length of 45ft based on a 43ft-long hull with a beam of over 14ft 7in.

Umberto Felci said: “The objective was to create a spacious outdoor living area, resulting in a proportionally larger cockpit compared to her predecessor of the same size. Our focus was on integrating elements from the Dufour 470 and Dufour 530, emphasising fluid communication in the cockpit, facilitating easy passage to the deck and optimising the overall length of the boat. We’ve also taken successful elements from the Dufour 41 while introducing new features.”

On deck, the area between the helm stations and the two winches has been enlarged to make sail manoeuvring easier. At anchor, guests can enjoy bench sofas either side of the central folding table and can move around freely around the plancha grill aft due to the new double access to the fold-down swim platform, which has also been expanded.

Down below, the saloon features a new hexagonal table that can seat up to 10 guests with the use of movable stools, while the galley can either occupy the starboard side or be set up forward, allowing for the addition of a starboard sofa.

The yacht has two double cabins aft, with the day head starboard of the stairs and the shower room to port. Forward is the option of either two en-suite cabins or an owner’s suite, which has an island bed, en-suite bathroom, separate shower room, hanging and overhead lockers, skylights and hull windows.

Romain Lucat, Director of the Dufour design office, said: “The Dufour 44 represents an exciting challenge where the search for volume and cohesion in the range combines with the innovative integration of solar panels, highlighting our commitment to sustainability. Our collaboration with architect Umberto Felci and interior designer Luca Ardizio ensures a balance between functionality, aesthetics and performance.

“Optimising the interior space, taking into account new technologies and customising with four distinct versions make the Dufour 44 an exceptional creation, offering optimal outdoor living and remarkable sailing performance.”

Dufour’s dealers in Asia include VP Yachts (Hong Kong), Yacht Sourcing (Indonesia), Omnia Marine (China), Taiwan Service Company (Taiwan), Active Marine (Japan) and Ige Yachts (Korea).

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Riva reveals first electric boat

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Riva reveals first electric boat

January 26, 2024
12:49 pm

Ferretti Group’s display at Boot Dusseldorf included the Riva El-Iseo, the production version of the brand’s first electric boat.

Ferretti Group staged the world premiere of the Riva El-Iseo at Boot Dusseldorf, where the Italian boat-building giant also debuted Wally’s new wallypower50 and announced other upcoming models.

Riva displayed a prototype of the of the El-Iseo at previous boat shows including the 2022 Cannes Yachting Festival, but the stunning blue version on show at Messe Dusseldorf was an example of the official, production version of the first full-electric model in Ferretti Group’s new E-Luxury segment.

Based on the design of the Iseo, Riva’s smallest model, the 27ft El-Iseo has a full-electric Parker GVM310 motor from Parker Hannifin, “offering unprecedented performance in terms of speed and acceleration”, according to the Group.

Certified by RINA, the El-Iseo also contains a high-energy-density lithium battery pack by Podium Advanced Technologies, which offers an efficient, lightweight solution with a capacity of 150 kWh and a voltage of 800V. Otherwise, the yacht retains Riva’s classic use of polished mahogany and stainless-steel detailing as seen on the Iseo.

Alberto Galassi, Ferretti Group’s CEO, said: “Ferretti Group’s 2024 kicks off under the banner of innovation and sustainability, the two main coordinates for the future of yachting. El-Iseo, Riva’s first full-electric powerboat, is proof that the world’s most highly renowned shipyard is also the one that rises to and wins the challenges of today.”

The Group’s upcoming models include two Wally sailing yachts, the wallywind110 cruiser-racer and the wallyrocket51, while the wallywhy100 presented at a private preview in Venice last December will be presented at boat shows later this year. The Ferretti Yachts Infynito 80 and Pershing GTX80 are both expected to premiere at the Cannes Yachting Festival (September 10-15).

Ferretti Group also revealed financial figures including revenues of €856.4 million and adjusted EBITDA of €124.8 million for the first nine months of last year, up 9.8 per cent and 17.7 per cent respectively on the corresponding period in 2022.

The company launched new offices at its Ferretti Group Superyacht Yard in Ancona in December and continues to develop its new 70,000sqm production hub in Ravenna. Ferretti Group is a public company, with over 50 per cent of its share capital traded on the market, having listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2022 and Euronext Milan in 2023.

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Sunreef to display three catamarans at Dubai show

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Sunreef to display three catamarans at Dubai show

January 26, 2024
12:35 pm

Sunreef Yachts’ display at the Dubai International Boat Show in Dubai Harbour will include two Eco catamarans.

80 Sunreef Power Eco

Sunreef Yachts is staging the Dubai debut of the 80 Sunreef Power Eco at this year’s Dubai International Boat Show (February 28-March 3), following the model’s world premiere at the Cannes Yachting Festival last September and Middle East unveil at the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show in November.

The Polish builder’s three-catamaran display at Dubai Harbour will also include a Sunreef 80 Eco sailing catamaran, a model that was on display at last year’s Dubai International Boat Show. The shipyard will also show a 60 Sunreef Power at stand MD-37.

Sunreef 80 Eco in Dubai

Both the Eco models will take centre stage as examples of Sunreef’s all-electric series, which features a revolutionary composite-integrated solar power system with cells able to be built into the hulls, superstructure and bimini, as well as the mast on sailing models.

Other Eco technology includes electric motors, a modern hydrogeneration system, energy-saving air-conditioning system and a custom-engineered battery bank.

60 Sunreef Power

As well as head offices and two production sites in Gdansk in northern Poland, Sunreef has a Middle East office in Dubai and a production facility in the northern emirate of Ras Al Khaimah.

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Damen Yachting launch fourth Amels 60

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Damen Yachting launch fourth Amels 60

January 26, 2024
12:21 pm

Set to head to the Caribbean, Satemi features an exterior adapted from Espen Øino’s original design and an interior by Studio Indigo.

Damen Yachting has delivered the 197ft Satemi, the fourth hull in the Amels 60 series. The 60m, 830GT yacht will remain quayside at the Damen Yachting shipyard in the Netherlands for a few weeks before departing on her maiden voyage to the Caribbean.

“It has been great to see how all parties involved have pulled together and have put in so much effort during this busy project,” said Danker Rijk, Damen Yachting’s Project Manager, who has managed Satemi throughout her build. “The result of their work speaks for itself; the yacht looks stunning. We hope that the owners will enjoy stepping on board for the first time this year.”

The Amels 60 has an exterior design by Espen Øino, but inspired by the customisations made to the second hull, Satemi features elongated window styling. Features include a sun deck, large swim platform and a foredeck with space for a 9m tender.

The custom interiors have been created by Studio Indigo, which was responsible for the original Amels 60 concept interior design. As well as 13 crew, the yacht can accommodate 12 guests in six cabins including an owner’s suite with folding balcony, his and her bathrooms, plus a dressing room.

Tassos Papantoniou of Torrance Yachts, which represents the owners, said: “The owners have been involved with the build for the past 24 months and have been able to set the interior exactly as they want it. They’ve spared no expense ensuring that their yacht is specified to the very highest standards – everything from the tenders to the dinnerware, it all results in a spectacular outcome.”

Satemi’s advanced equipment and technology includes an IMO Tier III-compliant hybrid power and propulsion system. Captain Mattia Dzaja said: “I’ve reviewed the system specification, and I am impressed. The benefits of this system and the reduced environmental impact are obvious, but what I love most is the additional safety it will provide us when we’re cruising.

“Everyone that is part of the Amels ‘family’ is super passionate. They believe in what they’re doing and are led by Rose Damen, whose enthusiasm for the brand is evident and is an inspiration to the entire industry.”

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Assessing Prime Residential Markets Globally in 2024

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Assessing Prime Residential Markets Globally in 2024

January 26, 2024
2:57 am

Dubai and Auckland comes out tops in the markets that stand resilient for homebuyers to invest.

With holiday-goers returning from their trips and school now back in full swing, the winding down of New Year celebrations brings the rest of the year into perspective. Plans for buying a home and investing in property in 2024 might be on your mind should you decide to maximise your potential investment plans. LUXUO highlights the prime areas and risks involved when investing in property for the year to come.

Goodwood Residences in Bukit Timah. Image: Goodwood Residences.

A recent Knight Frank 2024 report has revealed “cautious optimism” based on a global forecast. The findings also revealed that frontrunner Dubai is the location to invest for 2024.

While two major geopolitical crises occur, observers have noted varying approaches within the banking industry. As prices for gas and oil remain high, this has led to leaders in Canada and the UK signalling their intent to address inflationary risks. However, their political brethren in Europe and the US come at a more relaxed stance.

Kate Everett-Allen, Head of International Residential Research, Knight Frank, opines, “Amid this backdrop, the ‘higher for longer’ trend persists, leading to a notable shift in buyer behaviour. Our global research network reports that 52 percent of prime buyers now opt for cash purchases, an increase from 46 percent six months ago.”

The Economist’s report is more alarming: “Governments are grappling with mounting challenges, as public debt in the affluent world reaches historic levels relative to GDP, surpassing post-Napoleonic War figures.”

Knight Frank

This inevitable consequence points to rising taxes, where policymakers will most likely focus on wealth and property. While these are the looming headwinds, Everett-Allen cites, “Overall prime price forecast for 2024 has grown from 2.1 percent to 2.5 percent since our mid-2023 global research team assessment. However, the outlook for 2023 has seen the most significant improvement. Our researchers projected a 1.7 percent average price increase at the year’s midpoint. However, this figure has surged to 2.4 percent with just a month remaining.

Knight Frank

So, the silver lining on the cloud? Some prime buyers think that the worst is behind us. On the demand factor, interest rate hikes are witnessing a swan song while inflation puts on its brakes; therefore, buyers have regained their appetite in certain markets. In the supply factor, it is observed that there’s a reluctance among mortgaged households to move, buoyed by persistent labour shortages, high construction costs and planning delays; all these collectively contribute to a shortage of new stock entering the market.

Some Key Findings

Dubai Dubai is one of the top destinations for homebuyers. Image: Red Magazine.

Dubai is in the lead as Knight Frank’s price forecast for 2023 points to 14 percent growth envisaged, while Auckland (+10 percent) is the frontrunner for 2024. Cash buyers, as a proportion of all prime sales, have risen from 46 percent to 52 percent in the last six months, according to Knight Frank’s research network. Upcoming elections in some key cities have become the most considerable potential risk to prime markets in 2024, with the relaxation of tax and property regulations considered the most significant opportunity.

Looking Back

A lot has changed in some key property markets, notably Singapore, Hong Kong and New Zealand. The Little Red Dot ramped up stamp duty for non-residents, taking total purchase costs to around 60 percent; Hong Kong took the opposite approach; New Zealand’s change of government offered relaxed rules for foreign buyers. Over in the United States, Los Angeles has put in place a mansion tax while New York’s authorities opted for a de facto ban on short-term lets. Prime residential prices have stood their ground with these changes in economic uncertainty and the uneasiness of geopolitical risks. Based on Knight Frank’s 2023 rankings, Dubai takes pole position where it has anticipated annual growth of 14 percent over the entire 12 months. The other countries that follow: Madrid (6.5 percent), Stockholm (five percent), Seoul (4.5 percent), and Miami (four percent), round out the top five; each city is either rebounding from recent price declines or experiencing robust wealth migration.

Knight Frank

Therefore, investors are always looking to explore new locations and diverse property sectors based on the landscape of slower price growth, courtesy of the elevated cost of debt. While persistent inflation might throw a spanner in the works, the advent of new property cycles whets the appetites of eagle-eyed opportunistic homebuyers.

Crystal Ball

Peering into the crystal ball, Knight Frank tracked 25 cities where Auckland takes the lead for 2024, where it is anticipating a 10 percent increase in luxury prices. Dubai will snag the third position in 2024 with a projected prime price growth of five percent. Dubai witnessed a stellar post-pandemic performance-based, in fact, on the slowdown in the rate of price growth. China faced a scarcity of new prime supply and renewed demand, while India will see it remain in the positive realm; all have helped Dubai’s growth. The Emirate is pulling out all the stops to woo local and international buyers by focusing on its affluent enclaves, inland villas offering lush greenery, and more.

Christine Li, Head of Research, APAC, Knight Frank, chimes in, “Singapore is one key market to look out for as it seems to be insulated from the economic headwinds, particularly the Bukit Timah zone. The nation’s stable, business-friendly environment has made it resilient. Bukit Timah remains a prime choice for luxury living for expatriates and locals.

Madrid and Stockholm have become Europe’s best performers, all thanks to offering homebuyers good value, low purchase costs, high-quality life and no regulations or restrictions on overseas buyers.

Triptych Bankside residence in London. Image: Triptych Bankside.

Everett-Allen also sheds light on Paris, “The city of lights has a diverse mix of buyers, the euro remains relatively weak, providing some with a discount; the 2024 Paris Olympics will attract global interest; it is home to the most prominent urban transport regeneration plan in Europe (Grand Paris Express), and if approved, a Bill currently going through the French National Assembly could provide Brits with an automatic right to a long-stay visa.

Prime central London did not move its needle as it is poised for a milder correction than the broader UK market. This resilience is attributed to a higher prevalence of cash sales, particularly within Zone 1, coupled with prices currently sitting 15 percent below their previous peak.

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Boot Dusseldorf sets the stage for 2024

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Boot Dusseldorf sets the stage for 2024

January 18, 2024
5:35 pm

Celebrating its 55th edition, Boot Dusseldorf again hosts a head-spinning array of yachts, boats and water toys across an indoor exhibition space totalling the size of 30 football pitches.

World premieres by Riva, Wally, Galeon, Fairline, Axopar, Saxdor, Dufour, Jeanneau and Moody are among highlights of the 55th edition of Boot Dusseldorf (January 20-28). Featuring about 1,100 boats and more than 1,500 exhibitors this year, the world’s biggest indoor boat and watersports show covers 220,000sqm of exhibition space across 16 halls in Messe Dusseldorf.

British builders Sunseeker and Princess are again the largest exhibitors in Hall 6, which is dedicated to the show’s largest luxury yachts.

Presented with distributor Sunseeker London Group, Sunseeker’s nine-strong display includes the Europe debut of the Ocean 182, featuring a hull dressed in furniture by Italian studio Visionnaire. The enclosed-flybridge version of the Ocean 90, the Ocean 182 made its world premiere in the US last autumn and includes 182GT of volume, over 2,000sqft of interior space and twin 1,900hp MAN V12 engines for a top speed of 27 knots and a range of 1,100nm at 12 knots.

Another highlight is the Germany premiere of the Predator 75, which was unveiled at the Southampton International Boat Show last September before making its US bow at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show the following month.

The Sunseeker display includes a special 95 Yacht – one of the show’s biggest boats and part of the Meros Yachtsharing programme – as well as an 88 Yacht, 76 Yacht, Manhattan 68, Predator 65, Manhattan 55 and Superhawk 55, the latter appearing a year after the model’s memorable world premiere in Hall 6.

Andrea Frabetti, Sunseeker’s CEO, said: “We’re delighted to present the Ocean 182 and Predator 75 to the European market for the first time as we showcase a stunning line-up of yachts at Boot Dusseldorf. Our knowledgeable teams and distributors are on hand to answer questions, discuss customisation options, and guide future Sunseeker owners through the unique features of our yachts.”

F1 star Esteban Ocon will be the star attraction as the French driver appears on the Sunseeker stand to help promote Meros Yachtsharing, which is showcasing the new Sunseeker Meros Signature 95. The company offers co-ownership programmes in two Sunseeker 95 Yachts and a Sunseeker 86 Yacht, which offer fully crewed service and access to 10 European destinations.

On the opposite side of Hall 6, Princess is showing eight models headed by the Plymouth builder’s flagship X95 and including the Y85, X80, S72, F65, F55, V55 and V50 Deck.

Fairline is staging the world premiere of its Targa 40, which features a fold-down side to starboard. The Oundle builder’s display includes the Phantom 65 sportfly, the new double-balcony Squadron 58, Targa 45 Open and Targa 45 GT. Pearl, another British brand, exhibits its 72 for a second successive year.

Among Italian builders in Hall 6, Azimut is showing its Magellano 60, S7, Fly 53, Fly 68 and Fly 78, and Absolute is displaying its Navetta 58, Navetta 52, new 52 Fly and 48 Coupé.

Ferretti Group is staging the world premieres of Riva’s 27ft El-Iseo, the brand’s first full-electric model, and Wally’s wallypower50, which serves as a link between the more open style of the wallytenders (43, 48) and the more spacious wallypower 58.

Ferretti Group boats in Hall 6 include two other Riva models, the Dolceriva (48ft) from the Open line and the 66’ Ribelle from the Sportfly series, as well as the powerful Pershing 7X (69ft) cruiser and a Ferretti Yachts 720 flybridge motor yacht.

A Sanlorenzo SL90A asymmetric model displayed with dealer Sanlorenzo UK & Ireland is set to be among the largest yachts at Boot, a year after the Sanlorenzo SD90 was shown in Hall 6. Sister brand Bluegame is exhibiting its BG74 (former BG72), BGX63 (former BGX60) and BG54.

Sanlorenzo SL90A

Poland’s Galeon is staging the world premiere of the 435 GTO, the third and largest model in its Grand Touring Outboard series, along with the 440 Fly and 560 Fly that debuted last year, plus the 640 Fly.

Prestige, part of Groupe Beneteau, is showing its 690 and new F4 flybridge motor yachts plus the French brand’s M48, which last year was the only multihull yacht in Hall 6.

SUPERBOATS, ADVENTURE BOATS

Jeanneau, also part of Groupe Beneteau, is displaying its boats across three halls, with the DB/43 and DB/37 inboard models in Hall 5, designated for ‘superboats’.

Jeanneau DB/43

Windy is staging the world premiere of the 29 Huracan, designed with Espen Øino, and showing the 34 Alizé, 40 Camira RS and SR44 Blackhawk. Other luxury day boats include Swan’s 42ft OverShadow, a new model from De Antonio Yachts, and the world premiere of the Invictus TT420S, the outboard version of the TT420.

Among super RIB brands, Sacs Tecnorib debuts 3.5m and 4m tenders designed by Christian Grande alongside the Pirelli 35, 42 and 50, Rebel 50G, and Strider 10, 11 and 15. Lomac is showing the Adrenalina 8.5, Granturismo 12.5 and new Turismo 9.5, which debuted at the Cannes Yachting Festival last September.

In Hall 4, Axopar is staged the global debut of the Axopar 29, shown in its Sun-Top and XC Cross Cabin versions. The Finnish brand’s eight-strong display also includes the 22 Spyder, 25 Cross- Top, 37 Sun-Top and 37 XC Cross Cabin, and flagship 45 Cross Top and 45 XC Cross Cabin.

CGI of Axopar 29 Sun-Top

Sister brand Brabus Marine’s display features world premieres of signature editions of the Shadow 1200 Cross Cabin Black Ops and Shadow 1000 XC Cross Cabin Black Ops, as well as the Shadow 300 Cross-Top.

Saxdor’s display includes the world premiere of the 400 GTC, along with the 400 GTO that debuted at Cannes, 320 GTC, 320 GTO and 270 GTC.

Nimbus’s strong line-up includes the W11 that debuted at Cannes last year, as well as a W9, T9, T11, C9, 305 Coupe, 365 Coupe and 405 Coupe. The Nimbus Group is also presenting an update on the in-build flagship 465 Coupe and a new concept boat, the Alukin Ocean Air.

Yot 36

Also in Hall 4, Catana Group will stage the Germany debut of the Yot 36, the first model from the new powercat brand, which had its world premiere at the Cannes Yachting Festival last September.

Jeanneau’s motorboat display in Hall 1 comprises the Merry Fisher 895 Serie2, 895 Sport, 1095 Fly and 1295 Fly, along with the Cap Camarat 7.5 WA Serie3, 9.0 WA Serie2, 10.5 CC, 10.5 WA Serie2 and 12.5 WA.

Beneteau’s outboard motorboats comprise three from the open Flyer line (8 Spacedeck, 9 Sundeck, 10) and four from the enclosed Antares weekender series (8, 9, 11, 12). Its inboard ranges start with the open Gran Turismo sport cruisers (36, 41, 45) and rise to the enclosed Swift Trawler 41, Swift Trawler 48 and flagship Grand Trawler 62.

Beneteau Antares 12

In Hall 1, Bavaria is showing its S30, SR33, SR36 Open Top (German premiere), SR41 and R40 Fly. Other motor boat exhibitors in Halls 1 and 3 include Four Winns, Marex, Navan, Nautic, Parker, Regal, Schaefer and Sea Ray.

In Hall 9, Highfield Boats, the world’s leading aluminium-hulled RIB manufacturer, will stage the Germany debuts of the the Sport 560 and the Sport 800. The leisure-orientated Sport range uses the same hulls as Highfield’s professional-level Patrol RIBs, which are exceptionally seaworthy and feature deadrises of up to 26 degrees on the largest models.

Mathilde Delfour, Managing Director Europe for Highfield Boats, said: “In underlining how the DNA of our boats identifies, our mantra ‘One Hull Two Worlds’ captures the essence of the Highfield Boats design and styling in the two very distinct Sport and Patrol ranges. Choose a Sport RIB for pleasure cruising and relaxing off the beach, or the exceptionally rugged Patrol for coastal exploration, rescue missions or major event control.”

Highfield Sport 800

Highfield builds RIBs from 8-30ft and other ranges include Roll Up, Ultralite and Classic, while the European-managed, China-based manufacturer recently introduced a Classic E range of electric tenders. It has sold over 47,000 RIBs in 12 years.

SAILING AND MUCH MORE

Among sailing yachts in Hall 16, Dufour is hosting the world premiere of the Dufour 44 beside the Dufour 41 and Dufour 530.

Jeanneau is debuting the Sun Odyssey 350 and exhibiting the Sun Fast 30 One Design, Sun Odyssey 410 and 440, and Jeanneau Yachts 55 (see REVIEW) and 60. Beneteau’s sailing monohulls comprise four First models (18, 27, 36, 44), three from the Oceanis line (34.1, 37.1, 46.1) as well as its two largest sailing yachts, the Oceanis Yacht 54 and flagship 60.

Bavaria is hosting the German premiere of the C46 along with its C38, C42, C50, C57 and Cruiser 34, Nautor Swan is displaying a Swan 58, while Oyster is showcasing the Oyster 565. Hall 15 includes the world premiere of the Moody Decksaloon 48 and sailing boats from the likes of Hanse and X-Yachts, as well as a stage for presentations.

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F1 star fronts Sunseeker Meros Signature 95 launch

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F1 star fronts Sunseeker Meros Signature 95 launch

January 18, 2024
2:51 pm

Esteban Ocon, a Meros Yachtsharing member and brand ambassador, will join the presentation of the third superyacht in the exclusive co-ownership programme.

Esteban Ocon, F1 driver and Meros Yachtsharing member

Founded by a German entrepreneur, featuring British yachts and fronted by a French brand ambassador, Meros Yachtsharing is staging the premiere of its new Sunseeker Meros Signature 95 superyacht at the 55^th edition of Boot Dusseldorf.

Alpine driver Esteban Ocon – a Meros member and brand ambassador – will present the latest addition to the company’s co-ownership programme, with the new yacht’s official debut held on the second day of the world’s biggest indoor boat show.

The highly customised 28m yacht is the third member of the Meros fleet, along with another Sunseeker 95 Yacht presented in Boot last year and a Sunseeker 86 Yacht. All are managed by seasoned crews that include a captain, deckhand, stewardess and a personal chef, each crew.

Founded in 2019 by an experienced yacht owner inspired by the growth of the sharing economy, Meros Yachtsharing is the exclusive contractual partner and sole provider of a co-ownership model for Sunseeker superyachts in Europe.

The company’s aim is to offer the market an alternative to sole yacht ownership by providing financially attractive terms and guaranteeing a premium experience. Operated from branches in Germany, Spain, Malta and soon the UK, the co-owner programme provides access to the Meros fleet with access to over 10 yachting hotspots in Europe.

Georg Oehme, Managing Director of Meros Yachtsharing, said: “Our sustainable co-ownership model presents a unique opportunity to enter a growing market. In our yacht-sharing models, the costs are shared in parallel to your usage. It’s a modern, sustainable approach for the sector where we focus on the client’s entire experience.”

Meros is collaborating with Sunseeker London Group, the British builder’s European sales organisation, and industry experts to take care of yacht and crew operations, route planning and administration, so offering far more than asset management.

Meros offers both Flexshare and Quarter co-ownership models. Flexshare involves use of any of the Flexshare fleet by several co-owners and is the home of the Meros concierge, which offers members and co-owners exclusive invites and access to some of the world’s most desirable events such as the Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix.

As shown in 2023, one of Meros’ yachts is berthed trackside in Monaco and all owners are invited to enjoy a weekend hosted by the platform. In addition to this, Meros members and co-owners receive exclusive benefits from like-minded partners including NetJets and Thirdhome.

Meros also offers a classic co-ownership structure through the Quarter share model, with a 25 per cent stake of one boat, currently available only on the Sunseeker 86 Yacht. In this ownership, co-owners have direct ownership of a privately registered vessel, with Meros supporting and managing the vessel, all communication and crew.

After the success of Meros Flexshare in the Western Mediterranean last year, the programme is expanding into the Eastern Mediterranean and the UAE, allowing clients the opportunity to enjoy yachts in diverse regions and expanding their cruising season. Benefits of the arrangement include eliminating transfer costs and a quicker, easier way of exploring a variety of countries and cultures.

Meros Yachtsharing is also committed to environmental consciousness with an increasing capacity to use HVO-100 fuel across all new yachts. The initiative is supported by Repsol for distribution and MTU (Rolls-Royce) for research and development.

www.meros-yachtsharing.com

Azimut creates Charter Club

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Azimut creates Charter Club

January 18, 2024
2:22 pm

The Italian shipyard has expanded its service offerings with the Charter Club, offering tailor-made charter experiences.

Azimut has launched its Charter Club, the Italian builder’s tailor-made charter service for its recent yachts, with a team dedicated to supporting owners and charter guests.

All charter yachts have been produced within the last five years and belong to Azimut boat owners, with the selection ranging up to 24m waterline length. Yachts in Mediterranean destinations are already available on the portal, with more models and destinations to be added.

The Azimut Charter Club is part of the development strategy for Azimut’s service hub, which welcomes enthusiasts and newcomers to enjoy “experiences in Azimut style, in close contact with the sea and on models which redefined and elevated the concept of onboard lifestyle”.

Azimut says the Charter Club’s philosophy is to offer a personalised service with attention to the smallest details, backed by the brand’s expertise and territorial coverage ensured by its extensive network of dealers and partners. “The service represents a new standard in the chartering sector and stands out for the selected fleet and the assistance offered to the customer,” the company stated.

Through a dedicated portal, users can book stays independently or take advantage of the Azimut concierge, a complementary service that can guide a user from the reservation to the legal and administrative aspects. Once details are decided, the selected Azimut dealer will take care of check-in and check-out activities, attending to all requests at sea and at anchor.

Azimut’s dealers in Asia include Marine Italia, which represents the shipyard in Hong Kong, Macau, China’s southerly Guangdong province, Taiwan and Singapore.

www.azimutyachts.com

www.marineitalia.asia

IYC acquires Yachtlove charter company

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IYC acquires Yachtlove charter company

January 18, 2024
11:33 am

International Yacht Company adds another eight yachts to its world-leading charter fleet with the acquisition of the Greek charter company.

Daloli is among eight yachts that have joined the IYC fleet

The International Yacht Company (IYC) has announced the acquisition of Yachtlove, a Greek charter management specialist, resulting in the addition of two key staff and eight yachts to the fleet. IYC has the world’s largest charter fleet by units, and last year surpassed 150 yachts under charter management.

Xenia Tsipidou, who founded Yachtlove in 2015, had formerly been Head of Charter for seven years at Cape4 Yachting (now IYC) and has rejoined the company as Senior Charter Manager. She is accompanied by Vasiliki Bellou, who joins IYC as a Charter Management Assistant.

A 44m Heesen, Daloli charters from €130,000/week plus expenses

Raphael Sauleau, CEO of IYC, said: “With the addition of Yachtlove to our family, we are thrilled to welcome Xenia and Vasiliki to our team of over 160 dedicated professionals worldwide. Their expertise and passion for yachting will undoubtedly enhance our capabilities and contribute to the continued success and growth of IYC.”

The eight yachts joining the IYC charter fleet are Daloli (44m Heesen), Idylle (37m Benetti), White Pearl (34m Kocatepe sailing yacht), Mia Zoi (31m Vitters), Ruby (27m Tecnomar), 4Life (26m Princess), Alfa (24m Posillipo) and Manu (21m Azimut).

www.iyc.com

Beneteau’s new Antares flagship

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Beneteau’s new Antares flagship

January 18, 2024
9:38 am

The French boating giant has extended its line of enclosed weekenders with the Antares 12, which builds on the DNA of the historic range and muscles into Swift Trawler territory.

The Antares 12 has an overall length of 42ft 7in (12.97m)

As Beneteau celebrates its 140th anniversary this year, the French shipyard flexed its muscles with a stunning line-up of 22 yachts at Boot Dusseldorf. The world’s biggest indoor boat show marked the Germany debut of the Antares 12, following its world premiere at the Cannes Yachting Festival last September and its US bow at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show in late October.

The new flagship of Beneteau’s weekender line has been gaining attention for several reasons, not least because its overall length of 13m makes it 2m or well over 6ft longer than the former series-flagship, the Antares 11, which was the range’s first model to offer the option of a flybridge.

The Antares 12 is well over 6ft longer than the series’ former flagship

Featuring an overall length of 42ft 7in and a beam of 12ft 5in, the Antares 12 is only available with a flybridge. Furthermore, its size and design mean it’s starting to move into Swift Trawler territory.

The Antares 12 is a world away from the smaller Antares models, whose sizes are more in line with the series’ first generation of boats in the 1970s, which were designed by Andre Beneteau, grandson of company founder Benjamin Beneteau and brother of ‘Madame’ Annette Roux.

For starters, the Antares 12 standard edition comes with twin 400hp Mercury Verado V10s, a first for this class of yacht, according to Beneteau, and which offer 200hp more total power than on the Antares 11.

The foredeck features an integrated triple sunpad

In fact, the Antares 12 can even fit three outboards, so owners have the option of upgrading to triple 300hp Mercury Verado V8s offering a whopping 900hp.

The skipper can drive from either the saloon or the flybridge, while technology includes the option of a Seakeeper gyro and Groupe Beneteau’s Seanapps system, which keeps owners connected to their boat.

RAISING POWER, OUTDOOR SPACE

Like the Antares 11, the Antares 12 is notable for its drop-down bulwark to starboard, which descends at the push of a button and presents a waterside balcony that has an integrated ladder and neatly links the cockpit to the sea.

The cockpit table can fold out for dining or be lowered to create a sunpad

In the raised position, the bulwark contains a small side door that can be used for boarding. Guests can also access the boat (or water) from an aft door on the starboard side that allows access to and from the transoms either side of the engines.

The Antares 12 is almost a foot wider than the 11 and you notice this when boarding the covered cockpit, where a long L-shaped sofa wraps around the aft end and port side. The adjustable table can be folded out for alfresco dining, or lowered and covered with cushions to create a large sunpad.

Port view of the flybridge’s J-shaped dinette

Cockpit stairs on the starboard side lead to the large flybridge, which Beneteau has described as ‘best in class’.

The upper deck is among the most notable differences to the Antares 11 Fly, as it has a full-sized J shaped dinette on the port side of the staircase. On the starboard side, just forward of the steps, is a wet bar – not present on the 11 Fly – that contains a grill and refrigerator.

The backrest for the companion seating to port can fold down to create a sunpad

Forward is a wide helm seat with a Garmin screen, while companion seating to port includes a bench sofa and forward cushions, with the backrest able to be folded forward and down to fill in the space and create a sunpad. The whole flybridge can be covered by a bimini.

The foredeck is accessed by a well-protected, starboard side deck including a couple of steps by the helm. It’s another fun outdoor zone and has a three-man integrated sunpad with an adjustable backrest.

The forwardmost pad can fold up to create a forward-facing sofa

Furthermore, the forward section can fold up and aft to create a forward-facing sofa, while a small table can even be set up. Again, a sunshade can be erected to provide protection.

ELEVATED INTERIOR STYLE

There are two ways to access the interior, most obviously from the cockpit, where there are three glass doors. The middle door and the port door can slide to the right, and the centreline hallway starts with a disguised hatch to access hidden storage below.

The saloon features a large C-shaped sofa and an adjustable table

There’s a bit of a ‘wow’ factor as you enter the saloon, which has good headroom and lots of natural light from big windows including sliding windows to port. Whereas the Antares 11 has an aft-facing L-shaped sofa, the 12 has a full C-shaped sofa. Each end has an adjustable backrest, so the aft end can become a cockpit-facing sofa and the forward end can double as companion seating.

The height-adjustable, foldable table can enlarge to offer dining for six or more people. When needed, the table can be lowered and covered with cushions to create an extra bed for one or two people, meaning the yacht offers accommodation for up to eight guests.

The retractable TV is by the galley window

The galley occupies most of the starboard side and starts aft with large fridge-freezer drawers under a countertop, with various boat controls on the panel above.

The central galley is dedicated to cooking with a cooktop, convection microwave oven and cutlery drawer, while forward is the sink, bin and storage, with drawers further forward. There are also plenty of overhead cupboards, plus a large, shallow storage area for plates and glasses forward of the sofa. The galley has its own added attraction for guests, as it’s also home to the retractable television.

The helm seat is adjustable and has comfortable access to the controls and two Garmin screens, plus also the side deck through a 5ft-high sliding door.

Both sides of the master cabin have overhead lockers, a cupboard and a long hull window, plus there’s a forward window and a skylight

Inside, central stairs lead down to the lower deck, where a hallway accesses three guest cabins. Beneteau points out that the Antares 12 is the first in its class to have three cabins that include two with en-suite bathrooms.

The master suite in the bow is spacious and bright due to long hull windows, a forward window and a skylight. There are cupboards on both sides, lockers above each hull window and lots of storage space under the bed.

The master cabin’s en-suite bathroom is to starboard

The master has its own en-suite bathroom, as does the VIP cabin to port, where twin beds can be converted to a double.

A modular third room to starboard can be arranged as a double berth or a single berth with the second mattress set up as a sofa backrest. This means it can also work as a day room for children or even storage. Beneteau even offers a fridge in this room.

The VIP suite to port has en-suite access to the day head and can be set up as a twin or double

Beneteau hasn’t only increased the size of the Antares flagship. It has elevated the finish and flexibility of the outdoor areas, while fleshing out an interior that reveals a growing emphasis on storage inspired by the Swift Trawler line. All this increases the amount of time you can spend on board and on the Antares 12, that’s only a good thing.

www.beneteau.com

Power catamarans making US debuts in Miami

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Power catamarans making US debuts in Miami

January 18, 2024
8:30 am

Sunreef and ILIAD plan to stage US premieres of powercat models at the Miami International Boat Show in Florida.

Alma Diva, 70 Sunreef Power

Sunreef Yachts will stage the US premiere of the 70 Sunreef Power at this year’s Miami International Boat Show, which will be held from February 14-18.

The Polish luxury catamaran builder will display the 70 Sunreef Power Alma Diva at Herald Plaza and showcase the Sunreef 70 Ocean Vibes and Sunreef 80 Seaclusion sailing cats at the Museum Park Marina.

ILIAD 53F

ILIAD will host the US debut of its 53F at Herald Plaza, where the Australian-owned company expects to announce the details of its new USA dealer. The flybridge powercat debuted at the Sydney International Boat Show last August following the premiere of the 53S sport sedan model at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show in May.

The ILIAD 53F (click for Review) features one of the highest bridgedeck clearances in its market segment, with a high freeboard providing comfortable passage in challenging conditions. The 53F in Miami is fitted with two 550hp Cummins QSB 6.7 engines, while options include 440hp Volvo or Yanmar engines, delivering a top speed of 21 knots (lightship) and a range of 3,135nm at low speeds.

Aquila 47 Molokai

Also at Herald Plaza, Aquila’s six-model display will include its newest model, the Aquila 47 Molokai (Review, Issue 75), which had its world premiere at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show last October.

The high-powered, four-engine fishing catamaran will be joined by the brand’s 32 Sport and 36 Sport outboard cruisers, as well as the 42 Yacht, 44 Yacht and 54 Yacht from the inboard flybridge line.

www.miamiboatshow.com

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