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Nordhavn 86' "Zembra" delivered​

Nordhavn welcomed the latest member of its Nordhavn 86 series with the delivery N8608 "Zembra". After arriving from the factory in China in November, Zembra spent four months undergoing commissioning in San Diego before being handed over to her new owners on February 5th.

Part of her 8-hour delivery trip included fueling the boat completely with nearly 6,000 gallons of diesel into five tanks. She performed beautifully for her delighted new owners who are currently in Cabo San Lucas, Baja California. They will cruise the Sea of Cortez until the end of April, return to California for a check-up and then continue on to Alaska for the summer.

Zembra is by far the most specified N86 to date, constructed with high gloss Walnut interior, glue-in windows, a new flybridge hardtop design and extended sky lounge deck, among many other customizations...

Update on hull 2 of the Codecasa 42M Vintage​

At the start of this year (2012) YF informed you about the progress of the second hull in the Codecasa Vintage series. Then, we suggested that launching of the new vessel was expected in 2012. However, news is that the launch date seems to have been pushed back. Currently, the revised launch period is Spring 2013.

For a quick revision of some important features, Codecasa states she will carry ten guests. They are to be slept in a Master, two doubles and a twin. Seven crew members will sleep in three twin and one captain's cabin. Technically speaking the second hull 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...

Horizon's E84 "Virginia" delivered to her owners​

The E84 "Virginia", which measures 89ft-6in(27.3 meters) in length and 20ft (6.1 meters) in beam, is powered by twin MAN 12V 1550HP engines and has an 18 knot cruising speed with a top speed of 22 knots.

The luxurious, modern interior features Maple, Birds Eye Maple and Wenge woods, and the window mullions with matched veneer pattern incorporated in salon, showcasing Horizon’s superior craftsmanship. In addition, the salon includes a high-end home theatre system with karaoke equipment and oversized LED TV, which has an additional touch-screen for selecting songs when enjoying karaoke onboard.

The forward main deck on Virginia has a Mah-jongg table that can be converted to a traditional table and a coffee bar that includes a Siemens fully-automatic coffeemaker and small under-counter fridge...

Moonen sells fourth Moonen 97'​

Moonen Shipyards in the Netherlands has announced the sale of the fourth yacht in its award-winning range of steel-hulled displacement cruisers. Built by the yard on spec, the Moonen 97 has been snapped up by owners who recognise the yacht's distinctive blend of premium Dutch quality, the latest technologies, exceptional comfort and an industry-leading price/performance ratio.

"We decided to build a fourth Moonen 97 following the success of the first three," says Emile Bilterijst, managing director of Moonen Shipyards. "Utilising our experiences with these projects we were confident that - even in the current market situation - the inherent Moonen quality would attract discerning clients...

50-meter "La Pellegrina" is splashed at Couach​

The largest yacht built by Couach yachts has now been officially splashed. This happened over the weekend on the 8th of April. Keep in mind that the launching of the latest Couach is also a milestone for France as well as she is the largest composite-manufactured vessel in France.

The 49.50-meter superyacht has been christened with the name plates, "La Pellegrina". A quick revision of some key features suggest she has accommodation for twelve. Two twin cabins, two doubles a VIP-type cabin and the master stateroom exist. La Pellegrina is powered by dual MTU 5,300 horse power engines. These will run her to a maximum speed of 28-knots as well as a cruising speed of 25-knots. Economical cruising should provide a transatlantic range. Delivery of La Pellegrina is expected for May...

Grande Estime 78’ Classic: Classical appearance with minimum maintenance​

With the Grande Estime 78’ Classic, Olivier van Meer, the Dutch designer and naval architect, presents the ideal combination of living, working and traveling. This 24-meter long motor yacht has been specifically developed for long stays onboard and despite its classical lines, it has lots of interior space. This interior will be completely designed according to the owner’s wishes by Olivier van Meer.

Standard included are the practical solutions for technical systems, maneuverability and lots of details coming from owners’ feedback and the live aboard experiences of designer Olivier van Meer himself. The Grande Estime Classic has been developed for people who want to combine living, working and traveling with style. The first client will make a one-year trip with his family, from northern Canada, straight through North America to Mississippi...

Columbus Sport 130' Hybrid​

Last year YF let you know about a new project in the works by Columbus Yachts at the Palumbo yard, the same company that built the "Prima". She was known back then as the Columbus Sport 125' Hybrid. Now, the project has grown by a couple feet and is not a 130-foot build.

The new yacht is being built in all-aluminium and will have Hybrid techologies as her name suggests. The now 40-meter yacht is to use a system that features two electric engines run to the gear box. Imagine running this yacht up to 7.5-knots electrically without the use of the vessel's main engines for a time. This surely would reduce NOx and SOx emissions helping to maintain her proud notation of being green and hybrid.

Accommodation for up to nine guests in an owner’s suite and three guest cabins is the rationale to fit the envisioned layout. The interiors are coming from the guys at Hot Lab with Naval Artchitecture by Hydro Tec...

Perini Navi launches 50-meter ketch "Enterprise"​

The 52nd vessel of the Perini Navi sailing yacht fleet has been launched. She is sailing yacht "Enterprise" known as hull C.2173 in construction. Enterprise, has been designed by the naval architects at Perini Navi along with Ron Holland. She was built with an aluminium hull that has sleek and aggressive lines which, when combined with a longer waterline and strongly vertical appendages, make for improved sailing performance.

The connection to the sea onboard Enterprise is seen in -in part- the hull. It has an opening transom that becomes an ample beach platform. The 19-foot main tender is housed under the fore deck in a flush tender well that also houses a catamaran that can be mounted for day sailing.

On the interior, Enterprise’s design is by Hong Kong’s Edge Design Institute and has a brand new conception for the spaces...

Delta launches 50-meter "Arianna" superyacht​

Hull 164041 has been launched by Delta and her name is "Arianna". Power will be coming via 2 x CAT 3512B, 1650 BHp for a top speed of 16-knots with cruise 14.5-know (80% MCR). Fuel tankage is for 82,900 liters providing an approximate range of 5,000 nautical miles at 13-knots.

Arianna is a full-displacement motor yacht built out of Delta's proven hull design. With the large tank volumes and extended range needed for long passages, this yacht will travel the world's oceans safely, with fortitude and grace. A voluminous interior with a beam of nearly 34-feet provides ample space to bring to life a luxurious Polynesian paradise.

The natural and comfortable style of the South Pacific islands are adorned with organic and textural fabrics and warm open grain woods in the Khaya and Bubinga families...

Marquis completes 630 Sport Yacht​

Marquis is pleased to unveil the new and exciting 630 Sport Yacht, which boasts a design pedigree developed from the creative minds of the Nuvolari-Lenard design team.

Every detail within the Marquis 630 Sport Yacht demonstrates ultra premium execution quality. The hull form has been designed specifically for the 630 Marquis. Sport yacht performance is provided by perfectly matched twin diesel engines coupled to joystick activated pod drives.

Entertaining is made simple with this forward-thinking design. featuring an integrated lower helm station, galley, salon, cockpit, and swim deck. Walk from area to area unimpeded by restrictive bulkhead doors, multiple steps or narrow hallways. The yacht’s cockpit and swim deck bring you closer to the sea you love. The bridge is an elegant environment in which to command the vessel and witness gorgeous seascapes...

Recent launch Horizon E84 "Virginia" soon to be delivered​

The newest Horizon E84 "Virginia" has completed her first sea trial and is scheduled to deliver to her new owner in Hong Kong at the end of March. The E84 Virginia, which measures 89ft-6in(27.3 meters) in length and 20ft (6.1 meters) in beam, is powered by twin MAN 12V 1550HP engines and has an 18-knot cruising speed with a top speed of 22-knots. The owner, who has a business office in Taiwan, was highly involved in the design of his new E84 and often traveled to the Horizon shipyard.

To meet the owner’s wishes for his new E84, the Horizon design team moved the kitchen from the main deck to the lower deck, creating a spacious, comfortable salon and dining room that allows for more natural light and a better main deck view...

Gamma Yachts introduce latest model, Gamma 24 Mediterranean​

Italian based Gamma Yachts launches it's latest model at the Hainan Rendez Vous April 5th-8th. The Gamma 24 Mediterranean is the bigger sister of the trendsetting Gamma 20. All Gamma's are designed and engineered by Dutch renowned Naval Architect Vripack.

Guido Bonandrini of Gamma Yachts is thrilled with this new semi-custom yacht, "This is a very special moment for our company and we selected the best place we could imagine to show her to the world. Asia is one of our target markets and it is only fit we treat them with respect and give them our premier showcasing."

Designer Pim Dijksman for Vripack explains the main features, "We gave the Gamma line a very remarkable sight with the double curved sheer, so the Gamma 24 Med got that as well. Furthermore we extended the flybridge to give the large aft deck full sun coverage and at the same time enlarge the fun space on top...

Bilgin unveils 52-meter "Voyager" design​

Tony Castro has been involved in a new design of a 52-meter superyacht for Turkish yard, Bilgin Yachts. The vessel is being called project "Voyager" and is actually available to be constructed. The vessel can be delivered eighteen months from the signing of contract.

Notable features on the 52-meter Voyager design include infinity-edge pool located on the aft end of the main deck. There is room onboard for the accommodation of twelve guests equally in six cabins. That translates into four guest cabins on the lower deck, a VIP-type cabin on the main deck and the owner's stateroom is situated on the forward end of the upper deck. Main tenders for the Voyager are 19-feet and 15-feet long respectively and are kept on the foredeck...

Kingship launches 42-meter superyacht "Star"​

Kingship Marine recently launched the superyacht "Star". The 42-meter Family MY Star lifts her anchor and sets course for Hainan where she will have her public debut at the upcoming Rendez Vouz from April 5th to 8th. The dark blue and off white yacht boost unparalleled long range and comfort features with a Dutch minimalistic white interior.

MY Star is the brain child of Dutch designers and naval architects Vripack, who literally did not leave one millimeter of the yacht untouched. Inside and out, Vripack designed it all and went as far as picking the cutlery and designing her logo.

Vripack designed the social areas on the bridge and fly bridge deck leaving the aft deck for two 6-meter tenders. "We designed butterfly doors for the sky lounge which can open full beam allowing the outer and inner deck to merge to one large open space...

36-meter Ketch "Glorious" by Esen Yacht​

A new sailing yacht has entered the yachting scene from Turkey-based new company, Esen Yachts. She is a 36-meter Ketch-rigged yacht christened as "Glorious". She is classified as a R.I.N.A-classed Pleasure Vessel but she is a cruising ketch by nature.

Built in wood, both the hull and superstructure she has both exterior design and interior work in-house by Esen Yacht. Engineering work has been done by Fatma Kisar. The 162-tonne yacht is 36-meters LOA, with a beam of 7.5-meters and reasonable draft of 3.1-meters.

A pair of 500HP IVECO engines will motor her to a speed of 12.5-knots when needed. Accommodation for guests is laid out in a Master Stateroom, two doubles and a twin. There is accommodation for up to six crew...

Ferretti Custom Line launches 112' "Next"​

Ferretti Custom Line recently launched the newest in the Custom Line 112' Series. Her name is "Next", a 34 metre vessel that is from their planing line. She also represents the twenty-eighth model in the 112' series. Keeping with tradition, a bottle of champagne was broken on the keel during a launch private ceremony.

Lamberto Tacoli, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer of the Ferretti Group, commented “Today's launching of the Custom Line 112’ Next makes us particularly proud: landing in China, a strategic market of great opportunities, with such an important boat is indeed a very positive threshold for all of us”. He adds: “The delivery of this model adds on to our other models present in the Asian Pacific Area and particularly in China, where we will be present with important investments in the upcoming Boat Shows of Hainan, Shanghai and Quingdao”...

New order for ISA 43M 'Granturismo'​

ISA has recieved a new order for a 43-meter superyacht in the 'Granturismo' Line. The new vessel has been designed by renowned designer Andrea Vallicelli.

She is a full displacement superyacht that will be powered by dual CAT diesel engines. We can expect this luxury yacht to attain a top speed of 17-knots while the cruising speed is set at 15 knots. Delivery can be anticipated for Summer of 2014...

Vripack designs 17m Family Trawler for Brazilian waters​

To make it possible for the active Brazilian family to explore their fast and beautiful South American waters, their yacht will be equipped with all the necessary comfort and water sport accessories and, above all, have exceptional seagoing cruising characteristics. Based on the well proven Vripack Trawler range, the new design of the Vripack Trawler 1700 easily meets these criteria.

The owner desires a 100% family & fun yacht which will become the first Vripack Trawler to be built in the new upcoming market in Brazil, making it 2-1 for Brazil! The layout of this steel trawler with aluminum superstructure was designed in close deliberation with the owner. His wishes were clear; large exterior living area’s to provide maximum outdoor pleasure and functional storage for several water sport accessories...

Burger Boat, Seaton develop new design for Ice Class Expedition​

Plans have been recently announced for the development of a new design for an Ice-classed Expedition Yacht. The work is being done between Burger Boat and Seaton Yachts. Burger Boat were chosen to build the new Seaton Expedition Eighty-Three to ICE CLASS 1D standards at Burger’s shipyard in Manitowoc, WI, USA.

Jim Ruffolo, President of Burger Boat Company said, “This is an exceptional design and we are very excited to be the builder of choice...

Christensen successful in the sale of new 43-meter superyacht​

Christensen Shipyards has announced the signing of a contract for the first Custom 43-meter Series project. With a massive beam of over 29-feet and it's international tonnage of approximately 480 GRT, this luxury 142-foot vessel has a total interior square footage of 4,520. Twelve guests will be comfortably accommodated in five gracious staterooms each with an ensuite bathroom adorned with custom finishes. It will feature a main deck Master Suite, two VIP staterooms, two forward convertible guest cabins, and an elevator servicing all decks.

The exterior square footage is 3,753, providing abundant opportunities for entertaining and basking in the sun along with ample room designated for a touch-and-go helipad and toys. The sun deck will include a full height bar, Jacuzzi tub, day head and lavish lounge areas...