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Heesen launches 44-meter "Lady L" megayacht​

Heesen Yachts is proud to announce that on January 13th 2012, YN 15944, formerly Project Zentric, was launched at their facility in Oss, the Netherlands. The Owner has christened her MY "Lady L". This vessel is the eighth in the successful 44 meter all-aluminium class: The first, YN 13644 MY "Sedation", was launched back in 2007. YN 15944 was begun as a project “on stock project” by the shipyard.

YN 15944 (Lady L) is the third of the four contracts Heesen signed in 2011. Last November, through Nakhimov Yachts, they sealed the deal and just two months later were able to celebrate the launch. Building in aluminium to enormously demanding tolerances, the Heesen hull-form is unique – quite simply no other ship shape can so effectively optimise the way a yacht moves through the water...

Lurssen splashes and transfers hull of 85M Project "Niki"​

German custom superyacht manufacturer Lurssen set the 85-meter Project "Niki"/"Nicki" down their slipway and into the surrounding waters. This happened on the 17th of January 2012, not very long after the final launching of the Project Rocky now called "ACE".

Niki is to be transferred to into the same indoor building shed that ACE occupied, for fitout and completion towards her final launch in Summer 2013. Niki's balanced and sleek design has been penned by Espen Oeino. On the interior Aileen Rodriguez is working to complete the interior design from renderings to reality. She will be a highly voluminous superyacht especially with 13.80-meter BOA and a length that is approximately 85.10-meters.

For more information:

Lurssen
Fr. Lurssen Werft GmbH & Co...

Feadship launches 67-meter "Drizzle" superyacht​

Over the weekend Dutch yacht builder Feadship launched 67-meter hull 683, "Drizzle", at their Koninklijke De Vries Scheepsbouw facilities in Aalsmeer, The Netherlands. The full-custom vessel is a new take on the owners' previous yacht, a 55-meter Feadship as well.

Drizzle’s exterior offers a blend of classic and modern, with a traditional low profile and contemporary feel. “Taking "Twizzle" as the design template, it was a major challenge to retain her classic light lines while extending the vessel by over 20 percent,” says Ruud Bakker from Feadship De Voogt Naval Architects. “We also added further refinements in terms of functionality, such as the central staircase that facilitates both guest and crew access to the sun deck...

Bering's 75-foot trawler-yacht​

Her ship-like appeal and appearance as well as size places her firmly at the top of the Bering yachts range. She is a 75-foot ocean-going trawler-yacht with three decks. Designed to weigh in at around 340,000 lbs or roughly 155-tonnes the 75-foot steel-hulled yacht has an astounding 4,500 nautical mile range at an estimated speed of 9.6-knots.

She is available in either single or dual engine configuration. In any case she is carrying Cummins brand engine plant. In the single engine configuration she holds a Cummins QSK19M 660 horse power engine running at 1,800 HP. The engine package will be feeding on 5,000 gallons of fuel with a top speed of 11.3-knots attainable.

On the interior, the Bering 75' carries five cabins. One is for the owner with a large 'King Island' bed. The other four cabins for guests vary between twin and double berths. She has a near 24-foot beam, making ample space both indoors and on deck...

Conrad Yachts 115' motor sailer​

Polish yard Conrad Yachts are currently building a 115-foot long ketch-rigged motor sailer. An interesting team of industry professionals have come together to design all-round, the aesthetics and working functions of this new yacht that is set to stand out among the many sail yachts of the world.

Dutch design and Naval Architect studio Vripack are onboard with this project as well as Polish Naval Architect Juliusz Strawinski in addition to German design studio Newcruise and the in-house team at Conrad Yachts together make a power team.

The new Conrad 115 is being built to meet both Lloyd's Register and MCA class requirements. She is being described as a family sail cruiser to be optimized for safe long distance sailing with the family giving all the advantages of a sailing yacht with a more than respectable beam to make conditions onboard comfortable...

Perini Navi 50M Ketch nearing completion and for sale​

A new 50-meter luxury sailing yacht is presently nearing completion by Italian yacht manufacturer Perini Navi. She is hull C. 2173 at Perini Navi and is set up to be a ketch-rigged sailing yacht.

A look at the interior shows that she is stylistically minimal in nature with greys, browns and blacks being used as the colour palette. The texures are brought forth through the use of matching natural stone, leather and wood.

Collaborative work between Ron Holland and Perini Navi ensure that this luxury yacht will be fully optimized for performance sailing. A quick look at Perini's specifications for this yacht show that she will have a total sail area just under 12,000 ft M. The 430-tonne all-aluminum vessel will a CAT 3412E engine for motoring and be able to 40,000 LT of fuel and motor at a top speed of 14.5 knots. Her range at 12-knots is estimated at 4,200 nautical miles...

A Fourth Horizon E54 Sold to Japanese Owner ​

Horizon is pleased to announce a new E54 order has been placed by a Japanese customer who was onboard during the E54’s sea trial on November 23rd 2011 in Kaohsiung -- the customer was impressed with the E54’s high-tech, multi-functional navigation system, outstanding performance and overall fit and finish.

The client recently visited the Horizon Group's shipyard to detail customizations for his new yacht, which will be delivered in June 2012. A new E54 will be displayed in the upcoming Dusseldorf boat show from Jan 21-29, 2012, and Horizon invites you to stop by their stand at Hall 6, Booth B07 to view the E54 and learn more about their luxury yacht collection...

Horizon launches EP148 superyacht​

Horizon's first major launch occured last week at the manufacturer's yard facility. She is a member of Horizon's 'EP' Series and is the flagship of that particular series. The launching of the EP148 represents a major milestone for Horizon Yachts as it is nearing the climax of more than two years of extensive work.

The EP148 came out of the necessity to compete on the world mega-yacht stage. Horizon has developed the EP148 ultimate steel, long-range cruising yacht. Combining style, stability, safety and luxury into a BV Ice Classification design, the Horizon EP148 has surpassed the challenge and is setting new standards for yacht design and construction. This is a yacht for the explorer who demands perfection and quality with an ability to enjoy life to the fullest.

Horizon's EP148 carries a pair of MTU 12V 4000 M60's engines...

Heesen launches 44-meter "Lady L" megayacht​

The latest Heesen luxury yacht has been launched today by the Dutch yacht manufacturer. She is the 44-meter "Lady L" YN 15944, known before as 'Project Zentric'. Heesen announced back in mid-November that Project Zentric had been sold and to pass that cusp of success, she has been launched! Lady L is now the eighth 44-meter yacht by Heesen. The first vessel (YN 13644 MY "Sedation") was launched back in 2007.

YN 15944 (Lady L) was the third contract signed in 2011 and in such an economic climate this demonstrates that there will always be a market for superb quality and technical excellence, both qualities that this Dutch superyacht builder excels in. And by acquiring a yacht already under construction, there is no extended lead-time.

A quick look at Lady L, she presents a dark hull with contrasting white superstructure...

Hull 2 of Codecasa's 'Vintage' 42-meter series​

Italian yacht manufacturer Codecasa Yachts is well underway with the construction of the second hull of their 'Vintage' 42-meter line. In fact the second hull, F.75 is currently outfitting and expected to launch in 2012.

Ten guests are included in the sleeping accommodation of a Master, two doubles and a twin. The seven crew will sleep in three twin and one captain's cabin. Technically speaking F.75 is expected to run on dual CAT engines, 3512B's to be precise.

Top speed is anticipated to be 17-knots. A 4,000 nautical mile range at 11-knots can be extracted from her 60,000 LT capacity fuel oil tanks. She is being built in steel and aluminum and is MCA compliant as well as classed under Lloyds Register...

Update on the Moonen 100' Explorer​

Moonen Shipyards in the Netherlands is making excellent progress with the construction of a long distance explorer-type yacht. The all-new Vripack designed Moonen 100 is a robust expedition-style vessel that also benefits from exceptionally smooth lines. Combining major fuel efficiencies with comprehensive live aboard facilities, so this compact Explorer will allow her owners – who are extensively involved in the build - to truly travel the world in exceptional comfort.

Because the Moonen 100 will travel exceptionally long distances, Vripack Naval Architects designed her with high levels of fuel-efficiency that increase the range, reduce costs and minimize the yacht’s environmental impact. This has been achieved by an efficient hull shape, bulbous bow, sophisticated weight-saving measures, and highly efficient propellers and engines giving her a range of 5,000 Nm at 10 knots...

Trinity Yachts 63.40-meter superyacht​

U.S yacht builder Trinity Yachts is working on a 63.40-meter superyacht. The vessel is currently in the outfitting stages under build number T058. The near 210-foot long new yacht has been built in all aluminum, both superstructure and hull and classed ABS.

She is likely to be run by twin MTU 16V 4000 M90 engines and has classification to ABS Maltese Cross A1 Yachting Service, AMS and is also MCA Compliant. She spreads over four decks with an open-air sun deck. Trinity Yachts dealt with the Naval Architecture and the interior hosts cabins for twelve guests in what appears to be six cabins, four doubles, a VIP and a Master. Launching is expected to be in 2012.

For more information:

Trinity Yachts, LLC
13085 Seaway Road
Gulfport, MS...

Sunseeker building 155-foot superyacht​

Sunseeker's new flagship tri-deck 155 Yacht is now in build, and the first is due to launch in 2014. With a 4500 nautical mile range, this is the first ever semi-displacement, round bilge and long keel hull from Sunseeker. The 155 Yacht takes the concept of series building with personal customization a step further than others, the modular composite build methodology virtually allowing owners a free hand, not just in the interior but also in the design of the actual superstructure. With a top speed of up to 26 knots the 155 Yacht will accommodate up to 12 guests and 10 crew members.

Provision for 60,000 LT of fuel has been made in four tanks while 11,000 LT in two tanks are for fresh water. Some quick dimensions include an overall length of 47.25-meters, beam just under 10-meters (9.40) and maximum draft of 2.66-meters...

Sunseeker debuts 28-meter sport yacht ​

UK yacht builder Sunseeker officially unveiled their 28-meter sport yacht at the London Boat Show. The vessel made its debut at the show on Friday the 6th of January. She made her grand world debut with a stunning performance by the group Asteria onboard. Specially invited guest Tamara Ecclestone made an appearance as well. Additionally, the ceremonial cutting of the ribbon was done by Sunseeker's President and Founder Mr. Robert Braithwaite.

Reaching new heights in the design and use of ultra modern materials has given rise to this extraordinary motoryacht. With its revolutionary use of space, incorporating full height and wrap around glazing, the vast saloon will be the centre of this masterpiece. With a range of cabin plans this yacht allows for adaptation to suit client needs but will always deliver the expected Sunseeker “wind in the hair” performance...

OysterMarine secure new contracts at London Boat Show​

The London Boat Show is currently underway (January 6-15, 2011) and already Oyster are singing praises with the acquisition of two new contracts for the Oyster 625-11 and Oyster 54-21. This is a great start to the New Year just as the London Boat Show opens, and brings the value of Oyster's order book, for contracts signed in the last 24 months, to nearly £80m plus £25m of Superyacht Contracts. Despite the troubled Euro crisis and challenging economic times, this represents the best ever 24 months of Contract value in the company's history...

Queens Yachts complete 86-foot flysport yacht​

The new Queens 86’ has been designed by Architects Vienna & Locarno of the TDF Studio in Milan, with the support of the technical staff of Queens Yachts, and built by Flag Marine shipyard in collaboration with the owner and his staff. It set off for the sea in July 2011 from Cala de’ Medici in Rosignano (Livorno).

Queens 86’ Fly Sport is the flagship of Queens Yachts which, in occasion of this important project, has concretized the synergy with Flag Marine, Tuscanian shipyard with over 30 years of experience. From this cooperation, a high- performance, original, elegant yacht was born. Its racy and modern external profile with a fluid shape favors the increase in internal volume, creating a large space especially in the hall, the stern cockpit on the main deck and the fly...

Palumbo Napoli 200' Explorer yacht​

She is powered by a pair of MTU 12V 4000 M63 engines that will run at 1800 rpm. This 200-foot Columbus brand luxury yacht will reach a maximum speed of 17 knots and comfortably cruise at 16 knots. Her beam is of 10.20-meters, her draft of 3.30-meters and of course her length is 60-meters over all.

The 752-tonne vessel at full load displacement will run on 130,000-liters of fuel with ample tank storage for 28,000-liters of fresh water. She has a range at high cruising speed, over 3,000 nautical miles at 16-knots. Dial back to 13-knots and that increase to 5,500 nautical miles.

Special features on either end of the boat includes a helipad located on the bow and a large infinity edge pool on the very aft. The vessel's facilities are spread throughout its four decks with plenty of deck space on the aft main deck surrounding the main pool...

New Heesen 50-meter 'Project Ventura' superyacht sold​

YN 16050 at Heesen has been sold, she is the third hull in the 50-meter all-aluminum class of yachts by the Dutch builder. The vessel is Project Ventura and is already in construction. It is this very fact that stood out to the owner by acquiring a yacht that is already in-build without having long wait times.

Frank Laupman of Omega Architects is on the exterior design while Heesen in association with Van Oossanen Associates has worked with all things Naval Architecture. The new owner with their inputs in conjunction with well-noted Italian designer Francesco Paszkowski are responsible for the interior design on Project Ventura.

The basis for the interior is pinned on two contrasting tones from woods. A dark polished ebony make up the parquet floors as well as furniture while a whitened oak provides the contrast on panelling...

85’ Burger; a familiar design with modern twist ​

Burger Boat Company, a venerable shipyard for over 130 years teams up with Vripack to create a modern but still classic motor yacht, the 85’ RPH Burger.

Vripack carefully studied the signature of Burger Boat Company and combined it with the very latest innovations in techniques. This melting pot brings back the classic Burger design and gives it a modern twist. Designer Robin de Vries from Vripack’s Design Studio says, “We had to go back to the designing roots of a typical Burger Boat and reconsider its formula in an atmosphere filled with creativity, questions and ideas. This has resulted in a stunning yacht with a recognizable design wearing a modern jacket”.

As the Burger boats have a refined classical taste, our design studio paid a lot of attention to various classic exterior details and gave this full aluminum oceangoing family yacht a couple of special features...