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37.5-meter "Zenith" motor cat yacht launched​

The 37.50-meter motor yacht "Zenith" has been launched by Sabre Cats on April 15. She is currently at the Austal Service Yard in Henderson, Australia, undergoing finishing work at this Australian yard. Zenith is a large catamaran, designed by Incat Crowther and built by Sabre Catamarans.

The luxury catamaran Zenith boasts accommodation for ten guests in five comfortable cabins. The yacht and guests are catered to by a crew of six. She has been made in all-aluminium giving her marine-grade strength and lighter than if built in steel. Zenith (IC0832) is powered by two MTU 12V 4000 M90 diesel engines, enabling her to achieve a cruising speed of 25-knots. Her beam is of 10.3-meters and her maximum draught of 1.5-meters. Additionally, Zenith is Lloyds Register classed...

"Indigo" in final stages of construction at San Lorenzo​

The new luxury yacht currently under construction at San Lorenzo has been just sold to a Russian client. The yacht, a member of the SL104 series, is only a few months away from completion. She is expected to be delivered to her owner in July 2012.

The new SL104 will be launched as "Indigo" bearing Naval Architecture by Francesco Paszkowski. On the inside, accommodation is provided for eight guests across the owner’s suite on the main deck, with a VIP-type stateroom as well as two twin-bed cabins on the lower deck. All of the rooms are graced by en-suite bathrooms.

Indigo is expected to have a top speed of 29-knots with her pair of MTU 16V2000 M93 engines. The RINA-classed vessel will spend her first time out on the water in the Western Mediterranean...

New order for Fitzroy 37-meter sloop​

Another yacht has been ordered from New Zealand yacht builder Fitzroy Yachts. She is to be a 37-meter all-aluminum sailing yacht with a sloop-rig. No variable keel on this one, her draft it constant via a fixed keel. In build she will be known as FY17 with design not surprisingly from Dubois Naval Architects.

On the inside, the design will bear the work of Design Unlimited. Actual construction on FY17 is expected to start full with plate-cutting in next month (May, 2012). Delivery according to schedule is set for early 2014. Accommodation will be in a master stateroom, two guest staterooms all of which will be located aft. There is provision for a fourth cabin for guests.

The design overall is a very sleek and strong one with racy low-profile lines. A raised-saloon coupled with a fixed bimini to the aft of it rise from the low-profile hull...

San Lorenzo launches 122' "Souraya" megayacht​

Italian yard San Lorenzo recently launched their latest megayacht, a member of the SD122 family. Her name is "Souraya" and represents the fifth yacht in the the SD122 series.

The interior boasts fine materials to exude a luxurious atmosphere. Parquet floors are done in eucalyptus wood with an opaque finishing. This wood choice on the floors offers unity with the furniture made in glossed eucalyptus wood as well with stainless steel inserts. In the bathrooms Marfil Cream marble and Tobacco Brown marble exist.

Dual CAT C32 engines are powering Souraya to a top speed of 17-knots. While the rich cream and white vessel is expected to have a range of 3,000-nautical miles at a slower speed of 12-knots. The new yacht will be handed over to her owners after the requisite trials and finishing work...

Dubois designed 41-meter "Cannes"​

The new Dubois-design 41-meter motoryacht "Cannes" is nearing completion and will launch this year (2012). She is currently being built by Saenz Yachts. The interior design is being done by Serge Moreau while Dubois did the Naval Architectural work on Cannes.

The internal layout of Cannes comprises of accommodation for two in the master suite on the main deck, three double VIP-type suites and two cabins which combined accommodate a further eleven guests. One of the cabins includes a pullman bed and all cabins feature luxurious en-suite bathrooms.

For more information:

Dubois Yachts Ltd...

Benetti launches fourth Delfino 93’ in Viareggio​

This past April 18th saw the technical launch at Viareggio of the 4th unit of the new Benetti Delfino 93’ – entry yacht of the Benetti Class range – an event held on the grounds of the Azimut-Benetti Group’s Lusben company, located adjacent to the Benetti shipyard’s headquarters. Following the customary preliminary steps, including the traditional breaking of the bottle on the hull, the yacht was lowered into the water, a ceremony witnessed by Owner, technical personnel, workers, and all Benetti staff who oversaw outfitting and construction over the past several months.

Delfino 93’ represents a close link between Benetti innovation and history. The first motor yacht by this name was presented forty years ago at the 1969 Genoa boat show...

Christensen/Ocean Alexander 120' megayacht​

This new 120-foot yacht is currently under construction and is expected to debut at the 2012 edition of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS). Construction is going full speed ahead and fitout of final materials and and cabinetry started.

The composite yacht is being built as a collaboration between Ocean Alexander and Christensen Yachts. Very soon the Evan K. Marshall interior will come together. Custom-made natural stone is being fitted and installed as we speak and overall launching can be expected in August, 2012.

Specifications:

Length: 121' 2” (36.93m)
Beam: 25' 2" (7.67m)
Draft (est. half load): 6' 3" (1.91m)
Fuel Capacity: 7,000 gal. (26,498L)
Construction: Composite
Displacement (est. half load): 395,000 lbs.
Power: Detroit Diesel 12V 2000
Generators: Twin 76kW

For more information:

Christensen Shipyards Ltd...

78-meter "Hampshire" launches at Feadship​

Feadship has launched the 78.50-metre custom motoryacht Hampshire II for an experienced Feadship owner with a great love of action and sports. From the foredeck ball court to the 25-metre high crow’s mast, this latest scion of the Feadship fleet is a yacht full of adventure. During the launch ceremony on Saturday 14 April at the Feadship Kaag yard, Feadship director Dick van Lent paid tribute to the owner of Hampshire II. “It has been a pleasure and a privilege to create such a unique vessel for such a passionate sailor. As an experienced Feadship owner, he really appreciates the qualities of a Feadship and the fun of being closely involved in the design and construction process.”

“This is exactly the sort of client we love to work with, and Hampshire II is exactly the kind of superyacht that Feadship owners deserve...

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...