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CRN’s third superyacht launch of 2022 is now in the Caribbean following a trip across the Atlantic.

CRN’s 60m Nuvolari Lenard design in Caribbean

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CRN’s 60m Nuvolari Lenard design in Caribbean

February 6, 2023
1:41 pm

The Ferretti Group builder’s third superyacht launch of 2022 is now in the Caribbean following a trip across the Atlantic.

CRN M/Y 141 at Yacht Haven Grande Marina in St Thomas; Photo: Phil Blake / IGY Marinas

CRN’s aluminium-hulled MY/141 is now in the Caribbean following a trip across the Atlantic to the US Virgin Islands. Launched last September, the 60.3m superyacht completed sea trials before delivery to her owners in December, then left the Ferretti Group Superyacht Yard in Ancona on Italy’s east coast.

Italian studio Nuvolari Lenard designed the exterior and interior of the 1,114GT yacht, while CRN handled naval architecture. The five-deck yacht has a beam of 10.55m and accommodates up to 12 guests and 13 crew.

Featuring twin MTU engines and certified IMO Tier III, the 198-footer has a remarkable top speed of over 25 knots and can cruise at 22.5 knots.

“The knowledgeable owners were eager for a high-performance superyacht with a shallow-enough draft to cruise in the West Indies, using in-line propellers. They also requested airy, generous-height spaces, and large guest and crew areas” CRN stated. “Her performance is genuinely remarkable for a displacement pleasure vessel in this market segment.”

M/Y 141 was one of three launches by CRN in 2022 (click for article), following the 52m Ciao and 62m Rio (click for Review), which both had world premieres at the Monaco Yacht Show last September.
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Belatrix wins 20th Punta Fuego Regatta

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Belatrix wins 20th Punta Fuego Regatta

February 2, 2023
4:02 pm

Jun Villanueva’s Ice 52 won the Racing Class at this year’s Punta Fuego Regatta, while Ultra and Tututango topped the Cruising and Ocean Multihull divisions respectively.
Words: Beni Gomez
Photos: Anya Hospitality Group (AHG) / Marvin Manucum

Jun Villanueva and his Belatrix crew with the trophy

Jun Villanueva’s Ice 52 Belatrix, Pablum Lobregat’s Beneteau First 30 Ultra and Roman Azanza’s Fountaine Pajot 40 won the Racing, Cruising and Ocean Multihull classes respectively at this year’s Punta Fuego Regatta. Hosted at Club Punta Fuego, southwest of Manila, the regatta was organised by Punta Fuego Yacht Club and the Philippine Inter-Island Sailing Foundation (Phinsaf).

Registration and cocktails were held at the club’s Traditions and Contradictions Bar and Lounge on the Friday evening, before registration continued on the Saturday morning followed by a competitors briefing.

Belatrix and Hurricane Hunter compete in the Racing class

Rain and light, unstable wind conditions ruled out a windward-leeward race in the morning, before all three classes competed in the Punta Fuego to Fortune Island Race. Belatrix was first on elapsed time in 2hrs 27mins, but finished second in the Racing class on corrected time behind Hurricane Hunter, Albert Altura’s Beneteau First 40.

Guests of the Punta Fuego Regatta

In the Cruising class, Ultra finished first on elapsed and corrected time, ahead of Papaya II, Rene Ticson’s Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42, and Captain Napoleon, Napoleon Paterakis’ Beneteau Oceanis 40.

In Ocean Multihull, Hans Woldering’s Ikapati finished in 2hrs 58mins, but finished behind Tututango (4hrs 0mins) on corrected time, with Monchu Garcia’s Carino in third place. The day finished with a party at the club’s San Diego Restaurant.

Tututango won the Ocean Multihull division

Rye Lee Caasi, a member of Jerry Rollins’ race management team, said: “It was a fast race for the Racing class and a tough one for the Ocean Multihull class because of the strong tides they experienced while rounding Fortune Island and on the way back.”

On the second day, winds ranged between 10-18 knots, which allowed for a windward-leeward race for the two monohull classes as well as one long race for all three classes. Belatrix topped the Racing class after finishing the shorter race in 38mins, then finished the second, longer race in 1hr 49mins and narrowly pipped Hurricane Hunter on corrected time to win the division and overall trophy.

Ultra, a Beneteau First 30, won the Cruising class

In Cruising, Ultra pipped Papaya II on both elapsed and corrected times to win the shorter race. Papaya II then edged Ultra on both elapsed and corrected times to win the day’s second race, but it wasn’t enough to overtake the division leader.

In Ocean Multihull’s sole race of the day, Tututango claimed the division trophy after finishing first in both elapsed (2hrs 48mins) and corrected times, with Ikapati retiring.

Belatrix, an Ice 52, topped the Racing class

At the awards ceremony, Edgar Krohn and Nichole Sze, Club Punta Fuego’s General Manager and Membership Manager respectively, were joined on the podium by Jerry Rollin and Rye Lee Cassi of the race management team. VIP guests included Mario Daga, Senior Tourism Operations Officer, Department of Tourism – Calabarzon.

“Tourism is now back on its feet. Discover Calabarzon! It’s more fun in Nasugbu! It’s more fun in Punta Fuego!” Daga announced to the cheers of guests and sailors.

Jesus ‘Jun’ Avecilla (second right) belatedly receives the trophy for his 2022 win

The teams were awarded their trophies, while Selma Star skipper Jesus ‘Jun’ Avecilla also attended on the Sunday night to receive his overall trophy for 2022, after last year’s results were re-calculated.

Major sponsors included Anya Resort Tagaytay, MG Grand Hotel Subic, Las Casas de Filipinas and Unioil, while other sponsors included Asahi beer, Niyama Wellness by AHG, Azumi Boutique Hotel, Bali Pure, Winedrop, German Club Manila, Teresa Marble and Kambia Restaurant.

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Azimut expanding Magellano range

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Azimut expanding Magellano range

February 2, 2023
2:07 am

The Italian builder is growing the Magellano series with a new entry-level model set to debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival.

Ken Freivokh designed the Magellano 60

Azimut is scheduled to stage the world premiere of the Magellano 60 at the Cannes Yachting Festival. The Magellano 60 will be the new entry model for a range that includes the upgraded Magellano 66, Magellano 25M and flagship Magellano 30M, with the 66 and 30M launched last year.

The Magellano 60 is designed by Ken Freivokh – who worked on earlier Magellano models and the recent 25M and 30M – and features the aft teak louvres on both sides that have become the series’ signature.

The aft cockpit has an ‘infinity terrace’

Features include an ‘infinity terrace’ in the aft cockpit, an aft galley and a forward saloon area with a starboard dining area with a sea view through the large windows.

The Magellano 60 is another step along the brand’s sustainability path and features a second-generation dual mode hull, so will join the brand’s collection of Low Emission Yachts, with at least 20 per cent less fuel consumption compared to shaft-line boats of the same weight and size with a traditional hard-chine hull.

The dining area is integrated into the saloon

“The models of the Magellano Series are crossovers for true connoisseurs, owners who love long voyages full of adventure and charm,” Azimut stated.

“Characterized by a timeless aesthetic, the Magellano 60 balances a design full of details, generous volumes and architectural solutions that guarantee not only a unique lifestyle but also freedom and intimate contact with nature.”
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Ferretti Yachts developing explorer-inspired Infynito 90

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Ferretti Yachts developing explorer-inspired Infynito 90

February 2, 2023
1:49 am

The Ferretti Group brand is introducing a new range with the beamy Infynito 90, featuring an enclosed skylounge and ‘all-season terrace’ under the covered foredeck.

The Infynito 90 can reach 22 knots with 1,800hp MAN V12s

Ferretti Yachts is developing the Infynito 90, the first model in a new range of explorer-inspired vessels to be built alongside the builder’s Flybridge models ranging from the Ferretti Yachts 500 to 1000. The first Infynito 90 is scheduled to debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival from September 12-17.

Like the brand’s most recent Flybridge models, the Infynito 90 features exterior design by Filippo Salvetti and interiors by IdeaeItalia, with the studios working in collaboration with Ferretti Group’s Strategic Product Committee led by Piero Ferrari and the Group’s Engineering Department.

Filippo Salvetti designed the exterior of the Infynito 90

The Infynito 90 has an overall length of 26.97m (88ft 6in) but a sub-24m load-line length, so is a CE-certified recreational craft. Its dimensions are notable for a vast beam of 7.33m (24ft 1in), making it 1.11m (3ft 8in) wider than the Ferretti Yachts 860, which has an almost identical overall length.

Engine options are a pair of 1,550hp or 1,800hp MAN V12s, the latter driving the yacht to a top speed of 22 knots and a cruising speed of 17 knots, based on preliminary data. And with a new high-efficiency hull and 11,500 litres of fuel, the yacht has a range of 1,200nm at 12 knots.

Aft cockpit on the main deck

The Infynito 90 offers over 100sqm of open-air living spaces, which Ferretti Yachts says is almost 50 per cent more than the segment average, and over 140sqm of interiors, over 25 per cent more than the average.

Salvetti said: “The owner experience is the baseline of the creative process. The design strategy springs from the idea of prioritising the people who will be living in Ferretti Yachts Infynito, of establishing the owner’s experience as the baseline of the creative process, of asking ourselves what could still amaze and satisfy the expectations of our increasingly sophisticated end customers.

Aft view of the main-deck interior

“We’ve explored new forms and innovative functions, invented new spaces and new ways of living on the yacht. The new paradigm embraces enhanced lighting, elimination of visual barriers and the creation of new diaphragm spaces between interior and exterior, ambiences that are open but sheltered and intimate.”

The main-deck interior features a saloon, an open galley and stairs to the skylounge, and a forward dining area. And because the main deck is helm free, it offers sweeping views from bow to stern and from interior to exterior, including forward to the innovative ‘all-season terrace’.

All-season terrace forward on the main deck

Covered by a see-through roof and open on all sides, the foredeck terrace is one of the Infynito 90’s most iconic features and includes a sofa in the forepeak plus the option of a jacuzzi and sunpads, a private bar or a lounge set-up. Upstairs, the flybridge includes an enclosed skylounge with a lounge and the helm station, while aft is a customisable open deck area.

IdeaeItalia is again offering both Classic and Contemporary interior design moods, as it has for the brand’s Flybridge models. Owners can also choose between two layouts for the lower deck and three for the main deck, ranging from open-plan spaces to more formal settings reserved for daytime and night-time privacy, and even the option of including a gym.

The all-season terrace has a sunroof and open sides

Davide Bernardini and Alessio Battistini, who co-founded IdeaeItalia in 2013, said: “The Ferretti Yachts Infynito range addresses a segment that needed new concepts. The chief aim of the interior design process was to heighten the perception of space by creating virtuous layouts in which harmony reigns between the sophisticated aesthetic impact and the management of spaces that are always functional and efficient.

“Ferretti Yachts Infynito is designed for owners who are increasingly seeing their yacht as a new place to live in, as an extension of their homes. The keywords now are sobriety, clean lines, softness and equilibrium of forms and materials, but without lapsing into minimalism.

“The upholstery and coverings are characterised by soft radial patterns that transmit positivity, while the reflections in the mirror walls give even the spaces less open to the outside a sensation of spatial infinity, a key feature of this innovative project.”

Aft deck on the flybridge

The new range also introduces FSEA (Ferretti Sustainable Enhanced Architecture), a package of environmentally friendly cruising solutions including a solar roof that generates electricity and charges a lithium battery pack to power onboard services.

This technology powers ‘hotel mode’, offering a silent atmosphere with zero emissions everywhere on board, while there’s an increased commitment to energy efficiency, including optimisation of the lighting and air-conditioning systems.

Forward view of the skylounge

There are recycled and recyclable elements in the fabrics, leathers and finishings, as well as woods including sustainable teak, with the choice of greener materials including ecological paints.
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Awlcraft 3000 options offer enhanced colour platform

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Awlcraft 3000 options offer enhanced colour platform

February 2, 2023
1:37 am

Celebrating its 50th anniversary, Awlgrip launches next-generation Awlcraft 3000 with an ‘off-the chart’ colour platform.

Awlcraft3000 Topcoat Base

AkzoNobel’s Awlgrip yacht coatings brand is launching Awlcraft 3000, the latest Awlgrip top coat to feature enhanced colour technology delivering truer and deeper colours for professionals and boat owners.

The new Awlcraft 3000 system uses the same toner system as for Awlgrip HDT, which reduces complexity for Awlgrip distributors. Developed specifically for professional use, the system is coupled with AkzoNobel’s suite of digital colour-matching tools that help owners find the right colour for their boat.

Sharing the next-generation colour platform with Awlgrip HDT means it offers a deeper, truer and more consistent colour performance, while retaining the long-lasting, high-gloss finish that its Awlcraft 2000 predecessor is celebrated for.

It also shares the tried-and-trusted application characteristics and repairability that have made Awlcraft 2000 such an essential part of an applicator’s toolbox worldwide for over 25 years.

Awlcraft3000 Clear Base

The launch of the new-generation topcoat and clear coat comes in a landmark year for Awlgrip, as it celebrates its 50th anniversary.

Matthew Anzardo, Global Yacht Segment Manager at AkzoNobel Yacht Coatings, said: “Over its 50-year history, Awlgrip has become the most immediately recognisable and trusted brand in the market. There’s a reason why boaters proudly say they’ve had their vessels ‘Awlgripped’, and that’s because it’s a mark of quality recognised the world over, so it only seems fitting to begin the year by unveiling our next-generation Awlcraft 3000.

“Specifically engineered for a consistent, easy application that dries quickly, it retains all the qualities that have made Awlcraft 2000 the celebrated product loved by applicators and boat owners far and wide. Its enhanced colour platform ensures that colours pop like never before, resulting in a long-lasting, high-gloss finish that is guaranteed to turn heads.”

At launch, the Awlcraft 3000 Clear Coat and a set of ready-mixed colours will be available for the Asia Pacific, European, and North American markets that include the popular colours of: Snow White, Flag Blue and Extreme Black.

The full Awlcraft 3000 range will consist of a full range of colours, one clear coat and one binder base, the latter available later this year. Awlcraft 3000 will continue to use Awlcat #2 converter and Awlgrip Reducers.

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Solaris Yachts Asia sponsors Hong Kong’s Four Peaks Race

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Solaris Yachts Asia sponsors Hong Kong’s Four Peaks Race

February 1, 2023
12:25 pm

A Sailability Hong Kong team will compete in the sailing, running and kayaking event aboard the Solaris 40, Mo Han.

Solaris is sponsoring the Four Peaks Race; Photos: Panda Man

Solaris Yachts Asia has come aboard as title sponsor of the 2023 edition of the Four Peaks Race, which will be held on the weekend of February 4-5. Aberdeen Boat Club has organised the event since 1985, with boats taking an average of about 24 hours to complete the overnight challenge, which incorporates sailing, running and kayaking.

Enrico Zanella, Director of Solaris Yachts Asia, said: “It’s an honour and a great opportunity to be able to collaborate with the Aberdeen Boat Club on the Solaris Four Peaks Race, which incorporates three great challenges – sailing, running and kayaking. The event requires a fair deal of sailing strategy and adaptability to handle changing weather conditions.”

Sailability organises the Mo Han crew on the Solaris 40

A Sailability Hong Kong team will compete in the event for the first time aboard the Solaris 40, Mo Han (Limitless).

Zanella, who has been representing Italy’s Solaris Yachts and Solaris Power in Asia since 2013, will skipper the yacht, having conceived the Mo Han project for Sailability Hong Kong, which offers sailing to anyone with a physical disability, special educational needs or on the autistic spectrum.

Fred Vaudaine will be co-skipper and a runner, while parasailors include Foo Yuen Wai, Puk Chi Yeung, Leung Wun Wa and Sylvia Leung Yuk Chun.

The Solaris 40 Mo Han is making its Four Peaks Race debut

David Bridger, Sunny Law Yiu Chi and Wong Chun Kiu are lookout sailors and runners, while amputee Fung Kam Hung and hearing-impaired Cheng Yue Choong are para-runners. Sailability founder Kay Rawbone oversees crew care.

The race requires landings by transfer craft or swimming, speed and strategy on land over rough terrain, and seamanship and sailing skills on the water. Tactics, practice and stamina play a big part, with many competitors returning year after year for one of the region’s most unique adventure challenges.

Enrico Zanella (far left) will skipper Mo Han

“I wish to thank the organisers and all the participants, both sailors and runners, who are competing in this prestigious and long-running event. I hope all those competing have great fun while maintaining absolute safety as the number one priority,” said Zanella, who has been living in mainland China and Hong Kong since 1999.

“Not only is this race a challenge of seamanship, athletics and skill but above all it should be enjoyable with the goal of working as a team to maintain safety. For example, if the weather conditions are deemed unsafe, we wait for better conditions or we simply move on to the next step without hesitations. Safety first!”

There are six Solaris yachts (40, 44, 44, 44, 47, 48) in Hong Kong, with two more (50, 60) arriving this year. There’s also a Solaris 44 in Thailand and a Solaris 47 on her way to Taiwan.

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Gulf Craft Experience Centre crowns first year with superyacht sale

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Gulf Craft Experience Centre crowns first year with superyacht sale

February 1, 2023
12:07 pm

Gulf Craft marks the first anniversary of its Experience Centre in Dubai’s Port Rashid with a sale of the shipyard’s third largest superyacht – the Majesty 140.

Gulf Craft Majesty 140

Gulf Craft is celebrating the first anniversary of its state-of-the-art Experience Centre in Dubai with a sale of the Majesty 140, the builder’s third largest vessel from its flagship Majesty Yachts range. The owner is set to sail the new build in the Mediterranean during the summer and in the Caribbean during the winter.

A tri-deck design created with in-house exterior design and interiors penned by the Cristiano Gatto Design Studio, the 43m (141ft) superyacht features five or six guest staterooms. Among notable features, is the ‘one-touch’ drop down balconies and layered sun deck.

Gulf Craft Majesty 140

Mohamed Alshaali, Gulf Craft’s co-founder and Chairman, said the latest sale was another boost as the builder continues to support UAE’s Operation 300Bn, a strategy to increase the industrial sector’s contribution to GDP to AED300 billion by 2031.

“Over the last 40 years, we have been dedicated to making a distinct impact in boosting the reputation of the local and regional yachting sector. We made significant contributions to the UAE’s manufacturing industry and will continue to build on this legacy by supporting Operation 300Bn,” said Alshaali, who again appears in YACHT STYLE’s ‘Asia’s Yachting Leaders’ (click for article).

Gulf Craft Experience Centre

“We have always been an international manufacturer for marine enthusiasts across the world, designing and delivering high-quality, super-performing vessels that define the contemporary marine lifestyle.

“The Experience Centre was opened to better connect and become closer to our international clients. It has provided us the opportunity to enhance Dubai’s reputation as an international hub while delivering bespoke experiences that fulfil the needs and requirements of our esteemed customers to build their own unique yachts.”

Gulf Craft Experience Centre

The Gulf Craft Experience Centre opened in January 2022 (click for article) to provide a luxurious, immersive experience for owners and prospects. Offering a window into the customisation process, the Experience Centre provides visitors with a tailored experience to explore Gulf Craft’s portfolio through virtual reality and to sample the luxurious finishings available for each yacht.

The Experience Centre has also served as a platform to engage with the yachting community such as the Leisure Marine Association MENA and as an educational hub for students through the company’s collaboration with Dubai Institute of Design and Innovation (click for article).

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Riva launches second 130’ Bellissima in La Spezia

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Riva launches second 130’ Bellissima in La Spezia

February 1, 2023
11:46 am

The Ferretti Group brand launches the second Bellissima at the expanded La Spezia facility, which has opened a new hospitality wing for owners.

Launch of the second Riva 130’ Bellissima

Riva has launched the second hull of the 130’ Bellissima in La Spezia, just a few months after the first hull splashed ahead of the model’s world premiere at the Monaco Yacht Show last September. The 40m model is the flagship of Riva’s Flybridge range, which also includes the 90’ Argo, 102’ Corsaro Super and 110’ Dolcevita, as well as the upcoming 82’ Diva.

Riva 130’ Bellissima has exterior styling and interiors by Mauro Micheli and Sergio Beretta, founders of Officina Italiana Design, working in partnership with Ferretti Group’s Product Strategy Committee led by Piero Ferrari and Engineering Department. The five-cabin yacht is powered by twin 2,638mhp MTU 16V 2000 M96L engines, giving her a top speed of 22.5 knots and a cruising speed of 20 knots.

The La Spezia facility is dedicated to Riva yachts from 70-130ft

The second 130’ Bellissima was launched on behalf of a European owner in La Spezia, a Ferretti Group shipyard dedicated to the production of Riva yachts from 70-130ft. After recently undergoing major expansion and architectural restyling work, the yard now covers more than 39,000sqm, of which 17,000sqm are under cover.

The facility includes three buildings containing 18 assembly stations, plus six equipped for testing. The production site also has a 300-tonne travel lift and two of the largest advanced-technology painting systems in Europe.

The launch also saw the official opening of the new wing of the facility reserved for owner hospitality. Representing a further optimisation of the services offered to guests, it joins 26 yacht berths, with two docks under cover, ensuring optimal conditions for work and delivery to owners in any season.

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Asia Yachting announces sales growth

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Asia Yachting announces sales growth

February 1, 2023
11:36 am

Headquartered in Hong Kong, the regional dealer has revealed solid growth in sales and the upcoming arrivals of new Prestige models.

A Prestige M48 will arrive in 2023

Asia Yachting has announced that it sold more than 50 boats last year, with more than 20 units over 50ft. The length of the boats sold totalled 3,808ft (1,161m), which the dealership said is over 50 per cent more than in 2021.

“In the Year of the Tiger, we continued our strong momentum in yacht sales, and successfully sold more than 50 boats,” Asia Yachting stated, which also won dealership awards from Prestige, Nautique and Fountaine Pajot.

“As well as this outstanding performance, we are also in awe of winning ‘dealer of the year’ awards from some of the leading brands we represent. We’re proud to start the Year of the Rabbit with growing numbers, awards and a solid order book.”

A Prestige X60 will also arrive this year

Asia Yachting is awaiting the first units in the region of two of Prestige’s newest models, the M48 powercat (click for article) and the X60 (click for Review).

The M48 debuted at last year’s Cannes Yachting Festival and is the first model in the brand’s new Multihull line, while the X60 is the smaller, asymmetrical sister of the X70, a model that first arrived in Asia in 2021 (click for article).

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Benetti launches 62m custom build in Livorno

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Benetti launches 62m custom build in Livorno

February 1, 2023
10:58 am

The Italian yard launched the 62m custom superyacht, FB283, designed by Giorgio Cassetta and Van Oossanen Naval Architects.

Giorgio Cassetta designed the 62m superyacht

Celebrating its 150^th anniversary this year, Benetti held a launch ceremony at its Livorno yard for FB283, a 62m full custom yacht with a steel hull and an aluminium superstructure. The yacht has an overall length of 62.0m (203ft 5in), a beam of 10.5m (over 34ft) and a draft of 2.95m (9ft 6in).

The yacht has accommodation for 12 guests in six cabins, as well as 15 crew in nine cabins, while Benetti said the owner requested four fundamental characteristics: “speed, silence, long range and guaranteed fun for the family”.

Dutch studio Van Oossanen Naval Architects handled ‘speed’ and ‘long range’ with the design of the fast displacement hull form (FDHF), which combines with two MTU 12V4000 M93L diesel engines to deliver a top speed of 21 knots and a range of 4,500nm at 12 knots.

Van Oossanen designed the fast displacement hull form

Italian Giorgio Cassetta designed the exteriors and interiors, with the lines including a sleek bow and a stern sloping down towards the water’s surface. Features includes massive oval capping rails, natural teak panels, solid wood and stone furniture, and uninterrupted 6m-long, 2m-high windows on both the main and upper decks.

‘Fun for the family’ is assured by storage areas for water toys including diving gear. Located forward on the upper deck, the garage has a side door and space to contain a 10m tender, two jet-skis and a second tender, while there’s also a touch-and-go helicopter platform to allow the owner and guests to reach the yacht in remote locations.

The build process began during the lockdown period in early 2020 and made use of innovative and functional solutions, which included the use of 3D technology to develop the project, video calls to keep the owner updated, and new working methods and timings.

As well as Custom builds, Benetti’s ranges include B.Now (50M, 60M, 67M, 72M), B.Century (55M, 62M, 68M, 75M), Oasis (34M, 40M), B.Yond (37M) and Class (Motopanfilo 37M, Diamond 44M).

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Highfield Boat enters electric era with two models

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Highfield Boats enters electric era with two models

February 1, 2023
1:01 am

The leading aluminium RIB builder has introduced two 11ft models with electric propulsion systems from companies in New Zealand and China.

Highfield’s E Jet 330 is a collaboration with Zero Jet

Highfield Boats, which produced a record 10,000 aluminium-hulled RIBs in 2022, debuted its first electric models at Boot Dusseldorf, one sporting a system from New Zealand’s ZeroJet, the other using an outboard from Chinese company ePropulsion.

Measuring 11ft overall and 6ft wide, the E Jet 330 has a 15kW (20hp) jet drive system from ZeroJet and an impressive top speed of 25 knots.

The electric jet drive from ZeroJet

The RIB has a range of 23nm and 12nm at three knots and 14 knots respectively, although lasts only an hour at 14 knots and requires a 2hr 40min charge time.

The E Jet 330 has practically no draught due to the electric jet drive, so can skim over shallow ecosystems and easily ‘beach’, while no exposed propeller increases safety for swimmers.

The E Jet 330 has a top speed of 25 knots

The ZeroJet jet pump and compact electric motor weigh 50 per cent less than a comparable outboard motor, while the 48V LiFePO4 batteries (10kWh) are housed inside a waterproof battery case under the deck.

Designed to carry up to five people, the E Jet 330 has a side-mounted steering system and LCD display, an adjustable helm bench seat, a seat/locker in the bow, and further space on the tubes.

The Classic 340E developed with China’s ePropulsion

Highfield has also developed the Classic 340E, an electric version of the Classic 340 using a Navy 6.0 Evo electric outboard motor (6kW/9.9hp) from ePropulsion.

The 11ft 2in boat has a beam of 5ft 7in and a top speed of 10 knots, recharging in 7hrs 10mins with one charger and 3hrs 40 mins with two chargers. Both the E Jet 330 and Classic 340E weigh about 225kg and are Category C.

The Classic 340E has a 6kW electric outboard

New Highfield models for 2023 also include the Sport 600, 660, 700, 760 and 900, plus the Patrol 700. The company has a production facility in China’s Shandong province and its ranges include Sport (3m-9m), Patrol (4.2m-8.6m), Classic (2.6m-4.6m) and Ultralite (2.2m-3.4m). The French-owned RIB builder is distributed in over 45 markets and its network of dealers includes Simpson Marine.
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Superboats, RIBs and Coupes on show at Boot

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Superboats, RIBs and Coupes on show at Boot

January 31, 2023
10:58 am

Invictus, Sacs TecnoRib, Lomac, Aquador and Nimbus all showed or previewed new models at Boot Dusseldorf.

CGI of Invictus TT420

Boot Dusseldorf world premieres in Hall 5, dedicated to ‘superboats’, included the Invictus TT420, which features a garage able to house a 2.1m tender. The slightly smaller sister of the Italian brand’s flagship TT460, the new 12.3m model has a 4.15m beam and a distinctive Invictus design by Christian Grande, featuring a curved hard top incorporating a windshield with wipers.

The teak-covered walkaround design features a swim platform, double sunpad, dinette with foldable tables, outdoor galley, triple-seat helm station, high bulwarks with the option of fold-out side terraces, and a foredeck that can be converted into a chaise longue. The lower deck includes a forward lounge that can convert into a double bed, a midships twin cabins, and a bathroom with separate shower.

CGI of Invictus TT420

The TT420 features a sterndrive engine with two 440hp Volvo Penta D6 engines. Based in Calabria in southern Italy, Invictus produces both a TT and GT series, with all GT models and the TT280 available with outboards. The company recently appointed NextWave Yachting as its dealer in Hong Kong.

Sacs TecnoRib debuted the Pirelli 30 in Hall 5 along with the Rebel 47 restyled by Christian Grande. Based on the Rebel 47, which has sold over 60 units and was launched in 2017, the new-look 14m boat includes a remodelled carbon-fibre hard top to lighten the structure and lower the centre of gravity, a new windshield with curves to improve visibility from the helm, a reduced beam under 4m and a new range of metallic paints.

The restyled Rebel 47

The model on display was equipped with a pair of 440hp Volvo D6 inboards, while the upholstery of the stern and bow sundecks derives from the new collaboration with Serge Ferrari. The lower deck has two double cabins with a super queen size double bed, two-seater sofa and bookcase.

The Pirelli 30 is the new entry model for the Pirelli-branded walkaround speedboats line designed by Ted Mannerfelt, head of the Swedish Mannerfelt Design Team. The Pirelli 30 is available in two different bow configurations: a complete walkaround allowing passage around the boat and the other following the Mediterranean tradition of using the bow as a sundeck.

The restyled Rebel 47

Sacs TecnoRib also announced €46.3 million sales in 2022, a 21.6 per cent increase on the two companies’ combined revenues in 2021, with Sacs and TecnoRib merging in December 2021. Further growth of about 24 per cent is expected for 2023, with a turnover target of €57.5 million.

Also in Hall 5, Lomac displayed its fastest yacht to date, a GranTurismo 12.0 powered by three 350hp Mercury Verado V10 engines. The 11.7m yacht recorded over 60 knots during a certified trial in December carried out by the Milan yard and the engine makers. The GranTurismo 12.0 was designed by Federico Fiorentino, who has been working with the shipyard for a decade.

Lomac GranTurismo 12.0 with three 350hp Mercury Verado V10 engines

Paolo Lo Manto, Sales Manager at the Lo Manto family’s Milan-based boatyard, said: “We’re extremely happy with this landmark result, which shows not only our boats’ constant innovation and evolution for over 60 years but also the perfect ‘seaworthiness’ of the hulls and their geometries, designed to exploit the full potential of the latest-generation engines.”

In Hall 4, Nimbus Group presented models from its various brands including the world premieres of the Aquador 250 HT and Aquador 300 HT, the latter earning a lot of attention due to its fold-out sofa and table on the aft platform.

Aquador 300 HT at Boot

The new generation of models includes a new hardtop design “that combines all of a cabin boat’s advantages with those of a fully open boat”. Both the 250 HT (7.8m) and 300 HT (9.3m) have the new AquaDynamic hull, which enables planing at lower speeds and requires less power to reach cruising speed, so reducing fuel consumption and emissions.

The 300 HT is available with stern drive or outboard engines, while the 250 HT can be fitted with a 225hp V6 or 250hp V8 Mercury outboard engine.

Aquador 300 HT

The new series of boats marks the most comprehensive product renewal for the Finnish brand for two decades, with upcoming models including the 380 HT. Aquador and sister brand Bella joined Sweden’s Nimbus Group in 2018.

Also at Boot, the Nimbus brand – represented in this region by Asiamarine – announced two upcoming models including the new flagship 465 Coupe. However, the first boat to be seen will be the Weekender 11 (W11), which will join the W9 and 305 Drophead from the Day Cruiser series and is built on the same hull as the Tender 11 and the Commuter 11.

Nimbus W11

An evolution of the W9, the W11 has a length of 12.4m and a 3.5m beam, and offers folding side balconies. Other features include a spacious aft lounge area with adjustable seating, multiple sunbeds, outdoor galley, gyro stabilisation, storage for gear and toys, and lots of deck space.

Options include an electric sun top and a hydraulic bathing platform that extends aft of the engines, while below deck has two double berths and a bathroom with toilet and shower. The boat is fitted with two 300hp or 400hp Mercury V10 outboard engines.

Nimbus 465 Coupe

Meanwhile, the 465 Coupe will join the 305, 365, 405 and 405 Flybridge from the Coupe line. The yacht has a large swim platform, covered aft cockpit that can be enclosed, flybridge, flexible foredeck with sunpads, full-beam aft galley, raised saloon with sunroof, lower helm with side door, plus a washing machine, dishwasher, generator, increased fuel capacity and other features for extended cruising.

Both models will be available to order in spring, with deliveries of the W11 starting in autumn and the 465 Coupé following in autumn 2024.

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