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Jeanneau adds 10.5 CC to Cap Camarat range

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Jeanneau adds 10.5 CC to Cap Camarat range

November 3, 2022
5:18 pm

As the Cap Camarat series celebrates 40 years since launching in 1982, the French builder has added the 10.5 Center Console version to the range.

The foredeck includes wraparound seating

Jeanneau has unveiled the Cap Camarat 10.5 CC, a Center Console version that complements the 10.5 WA Serie2 edition from the Walk Around collection.

The 10.5 is the largest model in the Center Console series, which also includes the 5.5, 6.5, 7.5 and 9.0, while the Walk Around range extends from the 5.5 to the 12.5.

The port door can be fitted with a swim ladder

Although only CGIs are available, the Cap Camarat 10.5 CC was among Jeanneau’s three world premieres at this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival along with the Merry Fisher 1295 Fly and DB/43.

Designed by Patrice Sarrazin of Sarrazin Design, the yacht has an overall length of 10.9m (35ft 9in) and a 9.3m (30ft 7in) V-shaped hull by Michael Peters Yacht Design, with the option of two 300hp or 425hp outboard engines plus joystick control.

Downstairs is a simple galley and dinette

The aft cockpit has an L-shaped sofa and a table with drinks holders, while to port is a bulwark door that can be fitted with a swimming ladder.

Forward is a wet bar with grill, sink, fridge and storage, as well as a transparent live well for fishing. The central helm station has three seats and is covered by a T-top fitted with fishing rod holders aft.

Aft is a double cabin

In front of the helm, there are two forward-facing seats facing a table and an aft-facing C-shaped bench seat.

Down the stairs is a simple galley, a double cabin aft, a bathroom with separate shower, and a forward lounge area with table that can be converted into a double berth.

www.jeanneau.com

Singapore’sONE°15 Marina to host regional boat show in April 2023

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Singapore’s ONE°15 Marina to host regional boat show in April 2023

November 3, 2022
4:07 pm

The newly upgraded ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove in Singapore has announced that it will host a regional boat show from April 27-30, 2023.

ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove completed a US$5 million upgrade in 2021

ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove in Singapore has announced that it will host a four-day ‘regional boat show’ from April 27-30, 2023.

Arthur Tay, CEO of SUTL Enterprise, which owns the ONE°15 brand, made the announcement at the second edition of Grow Boating Singapore, which was held at the marina’s floating Boaters’ Bar on Wednesday evening (November 2) and attracted close to 100 guests.

The boat show announcement was made at the Grow Boating Singapore event

First held in May, Grow Boating Singapore is an industry networking event organised by Singapore Marine Guide and was supported by YACHT STYLE for a second time.

Thursday morning (November 3), Tay confirmed the boat show’s April 27-30 dates on the sidelines of the first Blue Water EduFest, which is being hosted by ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove from November 3-6, 2022 (click for preview article).

Grow Boating Singapore was again held at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove

Last year, ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove, the brand’s flagship facility, completed a US$5 million upgrade and reconfiguration (click for article) and this year became the first marina in Southeast Asia to be awarded Platinum Gold Anchor accreditation (click for article).

Beyond itself as host venue, the marina has not revealed any organisers for the boat show.More information to be released soon …

Darren Oh and Teo Joo Leng of SUTL Enterprise, and James Roy and Jonathan Sit of ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove receive the Platinum award

YACHT STYLE will post any updates on the boat show as additional information is confirmed; for further enquiries or to receive YACHT STYLE’S weekly newsletters, email: info@lux-inc.com

To receive an invitation for the next edition of Grow Boating Singapore or updates from Singapore Marine Guide, email: hello@sgmarineguide.com

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Easy Breezy II triumphs at fun-filled Beneteau Cup

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Easy Breezy II triumphs at fun-filled Beneteau Cup

November 3, 2022
3:44 pm

A First 41S5 sailboat built over three decades ago won the Beneteau Cup in Hong Kong, although everyone was a winner at the action-packed weekend.

By Nicholas Kunz

Easy Breezy II was bought by Alfred Lau and Castor Kong in April 2022

A classic Beneteau First 41S5 built over three decades ago, Easy Breezy II won top honours at this year’s Beneteau Cup Hong Kong Supported by Aon to the delight of Alfred Lau and Castor Kong, who bought the 41-footer in April this year.

And the scene could not have been more picturesque for the second annual Beneteau Cup Hong Kong, which was again organised by Simpson Marine and Beneteau Asia Pacific with the help of Aberdeen Boat Club.

After the successful first edition in May 2021, this year’s event was held at the end of October to take advantage of the city’s increasingly relaxed Covid restrictions. The decision to delay the event proved serendipitous as sailors enjoyed the lower humidity and stronger winds, and participants were able to gather in large numbers to enjoy the event.

Tiffany Koo (far right) brought her dog along for the ride

The event welcomed all Beneteau sailing boat owners, families and friends to join in for a fun-filled weekend of racing and celebrating, wining and dining.

The cast was diverse and again included Tiffany Koo, who sailed with her beloved dog, a contrast to her competitive days when she raced in world and regional championships, and match racing events. Elsewhere, there was a tight-knit crew of three friends who only just made the first race on time after enjoying Halloween festivities the night before.

“The aim is for fun racing and not only pure racing,” said Erwan Her, Beneteau Asia Pacific’s Sales Director. “Anybody who’s just cruising or who participates in some regattas from time to time can actually join without having the pressure of coming into a big race.”

Racing was held on the south of Hong Kong Island

The first day featured blue skies and plenty of wind, making the island race format ideal, especially for less experienced racers. The 16-boat race started at 11am near Round Island, south of Middle Island, and headed southeast to Castle Rock and Beaufort Island, before turning back.

Robert Cook’s First 405 Ichiban was the third of three HKPN A boats to finish in under 2 hours and won the eight-boat division on corrected time. Tonny Chung’s First 31.7 Foxzhead, last year’s overall winner, was second, ahead of line honours winner Legende II, Pascal Martin’s Oceanis 51.1.

Easy Breezy II, competing in the event for the first time, finished first in HKPN B, also with eight boats, while John Berry’s Oceanis 43 Five O One and Ming Lou’s Oceanis 40 Coral Harbour were second and third.

Saturday’s Pirates of the Caribbean-themed gala dinner

In the evening, the event celebrated Halloween with a Pirates of the Caribbean-themed gala dinner at Aberdeen Boat Club’s Middle Island clubhouse. Costumes, accessories and cold beers were handed out, as crews, organisers and sponsors unwound in a perfect setting after a long day in the sun.

Sunday proved to be another beautiful day as sailors were greeted with clear skies and even stronger winds. Although following a similar route, the format changed to a pursuit race, so handicap ratings were applied to start times, with the slowest boats first to set off.

Foxzhead tackles strong winds on the Sunday

A key change from Saturday was the wind direction. Strong sporadic headwinds made sailing more challenging, with Easy Breezy II winning the race to secure the overall title, although several boats couldn’t finish the race due to the tough conditions.

Arguably the highlight of the weekend was the scenic setting of the after-party and prize-filled awards ceremony on Lamma Island, held at The Bay beach restaurant in Mo Tat Wan. Guests and competitors participated in water sports, enjoyed the all-you-can-eat F&B, and watched the sunset while awaiting the results of the race.

On the beach in front of a packed restaurant, the delighted crew of Easy Breezy II were awarded the silver Beneteau Cup Hong Kong trophy along with a variety of lavish gifts, courtesy of the sponsors. The event debutants were surprise winners, sailing a model discontinued by Beneteau in 1992.

Boats gathered off Mo Tat Wan on Lamma Island after Sunday’s race

“We joined the Beneteau Cup just a few months after getting the boat. This is a very old boat model, but after 30 years, I think it’s still a really great boat, so Beneteau must be really good,” said co owner Alfred Lau.

In addition to having the regatta’s oldest boat, many of the young team had never sailed together before the weekend, with several of them meeting for the first time ahead of Saturday’s race.

“We’re a new team and are still recruiting members,” Lau said. “There are only three core members here, so we met the other four this weekend, but they were really great.”

Easy Breezy II receive the Beneteau Cup

Indy Hung, the third ‘core member’ of Easy Breezy II, added: “It was the teamwork that helped us win – selfless teamwork even under stress. We were under a lot of stress because some gear was broken, but we managed. It was very intense. There wasn’t even time to drink water.”

The Beneteau Cup Hong Kong proved again that racing and competition can be friendly, and that the event is suitable for anyone with a Beneteau sailboat – no matter how old or new.

Richard Allen, Group General Manager of Simpson Marine, said: “Even with an older boat, with the rating system we have, it shows you can still be competitive and don’t need to have the newest boat. We like that. Even though we have newer boats from one year ago, the winning boat is over 30 years old and that’s great for Beneteau. It shows the strength and quality of their brand.”

Sunday’s prizegiving on the beach in front of The Bay restaurant

Another highlight was the generous contributions of partners and sponsors, highlighting the support for the event and its initiatives in Hong Kong.

Erwan Her of Beneteau said: “We had loads of sponsors supporting us and the prizes and awards increased a lot. I don’t think there are many regattas in the world where you have so many prizes like this. It might be one of the best!

“That’s one of the event’s aims. We want everybody to be happy, so it doesn’t matter if you win or not, we’ll find a way to give you a prize because we want to reward all teams for contributing to the Beneteau Cup.”

SPONSORS & AWARD PARTNERS

Amore Pacific, Aon, Beneteau, CleanMax, Decathlon, Devialet, Farandole, Fortnum & Mason, Frette, Garmin, Lantau Yacht Club, L’Imperatrice, Mazu, Moonzen Brewery, Oliver James, Pocari Sweat, Pye, Raze, Rituals, Sevenstar Yacht Transport, Supergoop, Toio, Tumi

BENETEAU CUP HONG KONG 2022

Race 1: HKPN A (8 yachts)

1. Ichiban (First 405), Robert Cook

2. Foxzhead (First 31.7), Tonny Chung

3. Legende II (Oceanis 51.1), Pascal Martin

Race 1: HKPN B (8 yachts)

1. Easy Breezy II (First 41S5), Alfred Lau/Castor Kong

2. Five O One (Oceanis 43), John Berry

3. Coral Harbour (Oceanis 40), Ming Lou

Race 2: Pursuit Race (16 yachts)

1. Easy Breezy II (First 41S5), Alfred Lau/Castor Kong

2. Coral Harbour (Oceanis 40), Ming Lou

3. Arete (Sense 46), Jack Lynch

4. La Folia (Oceanis 35.1), May Lau

5. Ichiban (First 405), Robert Cook

6. Water Rabbit (First 265), Fukushima Kunihiro

Overall (16 yachts)

1. Easy Breezy II (First 41S5), Alfred Lau/Castor Kong

2. Ichiban (First 405), Robert Cook

3. Coral Harbour (Oceanis 40), Ming Lou

4. Foxzhead (First 31.7), Tonny Chung

5. Arete (Sense 46), Jack Lynch

6. La Folia (Oceanis 35.1), May Lau

Note: For full results, visit the event website: www.beneteaucuphk.com/race-document

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Sunreef reveals 55 Open Power catamaran

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Sunreef reveals 55 Open Power catamaran

November 2, 2022
10:23 pm

The Polish builder of luxury catamarans revealed designs for its 55 Open Sunreef Power at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.

The 55 Open Sunreef Power develops upon the 40

Sunreef Yachts has presented the dynamic 55 Open Sunreef Power, which develops upon the 40 Open Sunreef Power that had its world premiere at the Dubai International Boat Show in March 2018 before appearing at the Singapore Yacht Show the following month.

The Polish builder announced the 55 Open Sunreef Power at this year’s Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, during which it also celebrated the opening of a new office in the city.

The 55 has a high-low platform and fold-out sides

Featuring a full walkaround design, the yacht has a hull length of just over 50ft and an overall length of about 55ft with the high-low swim platform, which can carry a tender and combines with the fold-down bulwark platforms on each side to create a huge waterside beach club.

There are two large islands sunpads on each side of the aft deck, which also cover crew access to the hulls.

The 55 features a full walkaround design

In contrast to the 40 Open Sunreef Power, the 55 has a much larger hard top in comparison, with a 20ft-long roof covering L-shaped sofas and tables on each side, sliding saloon windows, the galley, stairs on each side, and central helm station. The superstructure extends to the foredeck, which includes an integrated sunbathing area.

Accommodation options in the hulls include four guest cabins and two shared bathrooms, with the larger VIP suites in the bow, while there’s also a three-cabin version with the master occupying the port hull.

www.sunreef-yachts.com

MSA appointed Seakeeper dealer in Hong Kong

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MSA appointed Seakeeper dealer in Hong Kong

November 2, 2022
6:27 pm

Marine Service Asia has expanded its portfolio following a collaboration with Seakeeper, a world leader in yacht stabilisers.

MSA’s office at Lantau Yacht Club’s Service Yard

Marine Service Asia (MSA) has been appointed as a Seakeeper dealer in Hong Kong. A global leader in marine stabilisation, Seakeeper’s growing range of models are suitable for boats as small as 23ft to yachts over 80ft, for both new builds and retrofitting. Seakeeper stabilisers eliminate up to 95 percent of all boat roll, with both DC and AC power options available.

MSA is a full-service marine care company with offices in Ap Lei Chau and Lantau Yacht Club, service networks across the Asia-Pacific and distribution connections in Europe. The new collaboration with Seakeeper expands its extensive portfolio of dealerships and its offerings to clients.

Matthew Keay, General Manager of MSA

Matthew Keay, General Manager of MSA, said: “Given the technical specialties and in-depth industry knowledge of MSA, both parties are confident that this new relationship will bring new growth opportunities for the brands and be beneficial to clients in Asia.”

www.marineserviceasia.com

Asiamarine Boat Show from November 11-13

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Asiamarine Boat Show from November 11-13

November 2, 2022
12:17 am

Galeon motor yachts and Bali sailing catamarans will be the stars of the regional dealer’s three-day boat show at Club Marina Cove in Hong Kong.

Galeon 500 Fly

Asiamarine is showcasing two Galeon motor yachts and two Bali sailing catamarans at the three-day Asiamarine Boat Show in Hong Kong, which will be held at Club Marina Cove from November 11-13. To register attendance, visit: Asiamarine Boat Show 2022

Galeon 500 Fly

The show will include the iconic Galeon 500 Fly, which pioneered the drop-down sides that has become one of the brand’s signatures. Other iconic features include its waterside bar, transformable bow and rotating aft cockpit sofa.

Galeon 400 Fly

Other models at Marina Cove include the Galeon 400 Fly (click for full Review), which is the brand’s smallest flybridge model to feature the drop-down sides in the beach mode.

Galeon 400 Fly

Features include a flexible foredeck, expansive flybridge and a swim platform with full outdoor galley including barbecue, prep area and sink.

Bali 4.8

Asiamarine has also represented Bali in multiple markets in Asia since 2020 and models at the show will include the region’s first Bali 4.8 (click for Review), which is the French builder’s second-biggest model, behind the flagship 5.4.

Bali 4.8

The hull in Hong Kong is a specially customised version featuring a flybridge with hard top and an interior featuring furniture and décor from luxury brands. The 4.8’s special features include a saloon door to the solid foredeck and a platform linking the two aft sugarscoops with a large bench seat and lockers.

Bali Catspace

The other Bali at Marina Cove will be the Bali Catspace (click for Review), a 40-footer with a flybridge and up to four double cabins and 10 berths.

Bali Catspace

Like all the brand’s models, it features a solid foredeck and the signature lift-up ‘Bali door’ that opens the saloon to the aft cockpit.

www.asiamarine.com

Princess pops up in Kuala Lumpur

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Princess pops up in Kuala Lumpur

November 1, 2022
7:33 pm

Represented by Boat Lagoon Yachting, Princess Yachts South East Asia hosted a 10-day pop-up store in The Starhill and co-hosted a poolside party at the JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur.

Princess Yachts South East Asia, represented by regional dealer Boat Lagoon Yachting, recently hosted a 10-day pop-up store at The Starhill luxury brand retail centre in Kuala Lumpur’s Bukit Bintang shopping district.

A collaboration between Princess Yachts S.E.A. and Paul & Shark, the ‘Voyage of Discoveries’ pop-up on the ground floor was an immersive experience with virtual reality (VR) tours and model displays.

Visitors were able to enjoy virtual tours of the all-new X95, X80 and the Y95, while scale models of the Y85 and the X95 were displayed.

The pop-up store also exhibited various luxury materials used on the Princess motor yachts including water-resistant synthetic material leathers.

The display offered discounts on yacht charter programmes in Phuket and included information on Princess, its marine conservation programmes in Southeast Asia, and the annual Boat Lagoon Yachting Rendezvous, which features Princess owners cruising together in Southeast Asia.

Also in late October, Princess Yachts S.E.A. co-hosted the spectacular ‘Voyage of Discoveries’ party at the newly refurbished outdoor pool at the nearby JW Marriott, which is connected to The Starhill and bills itself as ‘The Happening Hotel’.

The evening featured a fashion showcase of the fall/winter 2022 collection by Paul&Shark, with guests including Vrit Yongsakul, Group Managing Director of Princess Yachts S.E.A., and Andrea Dini, CEO of Paul&Shark.

Other VIPs included Mahmoud Skaf, General Manager of JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur, H.E. Massimo Rustico, Ambassador of Italy to Malaysia, Dr Filippo Fusaro, Trade Commissioner for the Italian Trade Agency, and Gael Burlot, CEO of Yacht Style.

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Absolute signatures feature on 52 Fly

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Absolute signatures feature on 52 Fly

October 31, 2022
11:32 am

Following the recent world premieres of the 56 Fly and flagship Navetta 75, the inland Italian builder is rolling out its new signature features on the upcoming 52 Fly.

Absolute 52 Fly

Absolute is developing the new 52 Fly, which includes a lot of the brand’s signature features introduced on its new generation of flybridge yachts, led by the 60 Fly released last year and the 56 Fly that premiered at this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival in September.

Modular furniture on the aft flybridge

The new 52-footer replicates features on the larger models such as infinity aft decks in both the cockpit and flybridge, both using Absolute’s signature modular furniture, while the lower deck includes a full-beam master cabin in the bow, two guest doubles midships, and a versatile crew cabin.

Facing sofas and sunpads on the foredeck

Other signatures include optional solar panels on the hard top, which can provide enough energy to run multiple appliances at anchor, negating the need for a generator and allowing guests to enjoy silence while in a bay.

The outdoor areas include a flybridge with twin helm seats, a sunbathing area, wet bar and modular furniture aft, while the foredeck features a forward-facing sofa, table and triple sunbed with adjustable backrests.

The aft cockpit with glass balustrade

The aft cockpit has a clear glass balustrade and chairs that can be arranged as two facing sofas, both with open views of the sea.

A three-leaf sliding door saloon leads into the saloon, which has windows all around including wide opening ones on both sides, which are electrically controlled and slide up and down. Opening the saloon windows provides natural ventilation, reducing the need for air-conditioning.

Forward view of galley and saloon

Aft is a full-beam galley with a full-height refrigerator, a separate freezer and a spacious pantry, unusual in this size of yacht. It’s one step up to a saloon featuring a C-shaped sofa and a table to port, facing a sofa to starboard.

Aft view of the saloon

The saloon ceiling features a circular motif with recessed LED lighting, while panelling and furniture are in light-coloured natural timber, with leather trim. The main helm to starboard has a side-deck door and multiple MFDs to monitor and control all on-board systems.

Master suite forward

On the lower deck, the full-beam master suite in the bow is generously sized, with plenty of room around a large double bed, high ceilings, ample storage and very large windows providing sea views and natural light.

VIP suite midships

The VIP cabin midships is comparable to a master cabin, while the guest cabin has an electrical system, fitted as standard, for easy transformation from twin berths to double bed. There’s also a practical crew cabin with access from the stern platform for complete privacy.

Absolute is represented in Hong Kong by Absolute Marine, which delivered Asia’s first 56 Fly earlier this year, ahead of the model’s world premiere at Cannes.

www.absoluteyachts.com

Yacht Sourcing announces new shareholder

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Yacht Sourcing announces new shareholder

October 31, 2022
11:10 am

The Indonesia-based luxury yacht dealer and phinisi builder has confirmed a new UAE-based shareholder.

Boum Senous (centre) and colleagues

Bali-based Yacht Sourcing has announced that Dubai-based Omar Benkirane has become a minority shareholder.

Formed in 2016 and led by co-founder Boum Senous, Yacht Sourcing is the Indonesia representative of of Fountaine Pajot sailing and power catamarans and Dufour sailing monohulls. It’s also a leader in phinisi construction, with builds including the 55m Prana and the 47m The Maj Oceanic.

Omar Benkirane

Benkirane brings to the operation a wealth of professional experience, with more than 20 years of exposure to corporate and investment banking across the Middle East and Africa.

“I am really excited to help accelerate Yacht Sourcing’s growth and to develop new avenues of cooperation between the Middle East and Southeast Asia,” Benkirane said. “I see so much potential there.”

His former roles in Dubai included Regional Head of Trade & Treasury Solutions for Natixis and he spent two years in Doha as Head of Global Trade Services for Qatar National Bank.

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Gulf Craft stages US debut of Majesty 120

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Gulf Craft stages US debut of Majesty 120

October 29, 2022
7:32 pm

The UAE builder staged the US premiere of the Majesty 120 at the 63rd Fort Lauderdale show, following the superyacht’s European appearances in Cannes and Monaco.

Rocket One, hull two of the Majesty 120

Gulf Craft hosted the US premiere of the Majesty 120 at this year’s Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show from October 26-30, where Rocket One exhibited at the Face Dock in Bahia Mar Marina.

The 120, whose features include an energy-saving heat-recovery smart system, had its world premiere at the Dubai International Boat Show in March and European debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival in September, also appearing at the Monaco Yacht Show later that month.

Rocket One at the Fort Lauderdale show

There have been multiple sales of the Majesty 120 in the US, which has remained a key market for Gulf Craft since it exhibited at the Fort Lauderdale show for the first time in 2019, when it displayed the Majesty 140.

Mohammed Alshaali, co-founder and Chairman of Gulf Craft, said: “We’re bringing luxurious bespoke standards and skilled craftsmanship from the UAE to the US, an important market for us. In 2021 we saw a significant uplift in sales, which is a tribute to the unique advantages of our yachts and our position as the world’s leader in composite hull production.

The Majesty 120 at the Face Dock

“Compared to traditional steel vessels, our composite hulls are lightweight, offer competitive fuel economy and allow navigation of shallow waters such as around Florida, the Bahamas and the Caribbean. Our yachts are also built to withstand exceptional levels of heat and humidity, which are common to both the UAE and the US.”

Celebrating its 40^th anniversary this year, the UAE builder has announced the development of two new models: the Majesty 111, which will debut in 2023, and Majesty 160, the yard’s second-biggest superyacht to date. However, its flagship remains the Majesty 175, which it delivered last year.

The Majesty 120 has multiple US sales

“We are proud of our ambition to push the boundaries of possibility and the jewel in our crown is the Majesty 175,” Alshaali said. “As the world’s largest composite-built production superyacht, it has reinforced our position as an innovator in the use of composites.”

www.gulfcraftinc.com

B.Now 50M spearheads sales of new Benetti series

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B.Now 50M spearheads sales of new Benetti series

October 27, 2022
3:53 pm

Iryna is the first hull of the hugely popular B.Now 50M, which showcases the design themes of Benetti’s steel series spanning 50-72m.

RWD designed the exterior of the B.Now 50M

A world premiere at the 2022 Monaco Yacht Show, the B.Now 50M is the first in a family of four steel models, which also includes the B.Now 60M, B.Now 67M and B.Now 72M. All feature exterior design by UK-based studio RWD and are available with a traditional aft deck or the Oasis Deck® pioneered by the shipyard’s Oasis 40M.

Benetti announced at Monaco that 16 units of the B.Now 50M had been sold as of late September, making it “the world’s most popular 50m model”. It also stated that delivery times are 30 per cent shorter than market standards due to advanced construction technology and hull engineering solutions.

Iryna has a ‘traditional’ aft deck design

Iryna is the first hull of the B.Now 50M and showcases the sporty hull by P.L.A.N.A and RWD’s clean exterior lines and vast outdoor spaces, which include a beach area with a glass-walled pool, an enormous forward lounge on the upper deck, and an open sun deck.

As well as the pool, the 30sqm beach area includes a covered zone that can be accessed through a gullwing hatch on the starboard side as well as a stairway from the main deck.

The beach club

The covered area of the beach club includes a sauna, a service area complete with shower, while there’s also space a space for relaxing in the open air, which can be expanded by opening a drop-down side platform.

The lower deck also includes four guest cabins midships and crew quarters in the bow, which include twin cabins, captain’s cabin, laundry area and the crew mess.

The aft main deck overlooks the pool

The main deck starts with an open aft deck featuring facing sofas offering views of the pool and sea. The interior starts with a reception area and a hallway leading through to the main saloon and a formal dining area. The owner’s suite is forward and has a private balcony, large dressing room and a luggage area in which every detail is personalised.

Interior claddings and ceiling panels are made with a variety of woods including silk-coloured frisé maple and smoked oak, with its contrasting dark shades. The ceilings also feature tanned ivory leather, while the recesses are treated with satin-finish sheet palladium, the most precious metal in the platinum family.

Saloon and dining on the main deck

The colourways in each setting play on ivory, brick and moka nuances, from the walls to the dark honey coloured silk and bamboo carpet, while nautically themed works of art, including a series of valuable maps, are provided by the owner of Iryna.

A lift links the lower, main and upper decks, while there are also separate interior stairways for guests and crew.

Aft deck on the upper deck

The upper deck features two of the yacht’s largest outdoor areas including a vast aft deck featuring sofas and chairs facing, while forward is a large, covered dining table arranged lengthways in an area that can be converted into a cinema.

The enormous foredeck features two L-shaped sofas facing a large sofa cum sunbathing area. The upper deck’s interior areas include a lounge and a gym, while forward is the ship office and wheelhouse.

Bow lounge on the upper deck

The large sun deck has a covered central dining area with a media space, an uncovered aft area with sunbeds and a large barbecue, while forward is a bar counter offering impressive views.

The garage is located forward on the main deck and can house a 6.25m tender, a jetski, a rescue boat and four Seabobs.

The sun deck

The B.Now 50M has a top speed of 15 knots and a range of 4,500nm at a speed of 12 knots, with a fuel capacity of 60,000 litres.

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Ferretti Group stages three US debuts

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Ferretti Group stages three US debuts

October 27, 2022
3:02 pm

The 63rd Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show features exciting new models from Ferretti Group, Princess, Bluegame and Jeanneau.

Riva 76’ Bahamas Super

Ferretti Group is showcasing three US premieres among its nine models and five brands at the 63^rd Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (October 26-30) in Florida.

The display includes the US debuts of the Riva 102’ Corsaro Super and Riva 76’ Bahamas Super, which both had their world premieres at the Cannes Yachting Festival. The former is an upgrade of the Riva 100’ Corsaro from the Flybridge series, while the latter is a refresh of the Riva 76’ Bahamas from the Open series. A Riva 90’ Argo is also on show.

Custom Line 106’

Another US premiere is the Custom Line 106’ planing superyacht designed Francesco Paszkowski, who worked with Margherita Casprini and the Custom Line Atelier on the interiors.

The Ferretti Group display also includes the Ferretti Yachts 780 and 920 flybridge motor yachts, Pershing 8X (84ft) and Pershing 9X (92ft) – the two largest models from the powerful X series – and the wallytender48X, which features four 450hp Mercury Verado V8 outboard engines.

The 92ft Pershing 9X

The show also marked the inauguration of the newly refurbished Ferretti Group showroom, the largest covered in-water showroom in the Americas. The Fort Lauderdale showroom features 12 covered boat moorings, offices, a welcome area and an exclusive Riva Privé corner. The showroom complements the Group’s existing Service Yard focused on support and refit services.

Princess Yachts is showcasing seven yachts at the Purple Zone: Bahia Mar Yachting Centre, Face Dock. The display’s newest model is the all-new V50, which makes its Fort Lauderdale debut seven months after the model appeared at the Palm Beach International Boat Show in late March.

Princess V50

The Princess range is headed by the builder’s flagship X95, while other models comprise the Y85 and Y72 large motor yachts, S62 sportbridge, and F55 and F45 flybridge models.

James Nobel, Vice President and Marketing Director of Princess Yachts America said: “This year’s Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show presents the unique opportunity for us to showcase models from each class in the Princess range against the backdrop of an all-new display in a prime location along the show’s world-famous Face Dock.

Princess X95

“We’re delighted to welcome visitors to experience the exceptional Princess models on display, as well as learn more about a number of exciting upcoming models.”

Bluegame is staging the US premieres of its BG54 and BGX60. The BG54 (click for full Review) had its world premiere at this year’s Palma International Boat Show and joins the BG42, BG62 and BG72 in the BG series, while the BGX60 is the smaller sister of the BGX70.

Jeanneau DB/43

Other Fort Lauderdale show highlights include the US debut of Jeanneau’s new DB/43, the first model from its new luxury dayboat range, which had its world premiere at Cannes in September.

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