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Van der Valk 30-meter Explorer Design
Dutch yard Van der Valk and Guido de Groot have teamed up on a 30-meter design for an explorer type yacht which essentially looks nothing more than a pocket megayacht. The term explorer should be utilized lightly here but the agility of this vessel should be noted with spritely speeds using a fast displacement hull. Her overall looks have been kept to a minimum thanks to a low profile lending to a sleeker appearance. She doesn't rise much higher than two decks with the navigational area being of the raised pilothouse configuration. It also allows for ample space on the sundeck above which has a secondary navigation station, bar, al fresco dining, grill, space to lounge as well as space for the tender towards the aft of this deck...
Gruppo FIPA Adds Another Launch This Year With AB80
Gruppo FIPA has launched another yacht for 2020 and it comes in the form of a beautiful 80-foot performance yacht from Italian builder AB Yachts. We haven't been hearing alot from AB Yachts in recent times so it is good so see them have a build take to the water. The design of the 24-meter AB80 is quite different from previous AB Yachts that were launched therefore making this one standout significantly. The design is actually by ACube Design...
37-meter DOM123 Hits The Water
The DOM123 has been launched and in fact the yacht rolled out of the yard at Cerri Cantieri Navali (CCN) last week and has since been taken to Baglietto to have the finishing touches completed. It was a year ago in June when the aluminum hull and superstructure were mated for the first time. One year later the yacht has launched in July 2020...
Contract Signed On New CRN 142 Superyacht
The contract has been signed on a new vessel to be built by Italian yard CRN. The yacht is referred to as the CRN 142 and is a 52-meter superyacht. Do not be confused with the 142 designation equating it to the length of the vessel. The vessel is in fact to be 173-feet long or around 52-meters. The 142 refers to the yard number of this all-aluminium yacht. The design is coming from the boards of Omega Architects, specifically Frank Laupman...
Heysea Yachts Delivers 42-meter "Yu Feng Zhe 1"
One of the newest projects to come out of the Heysea yard is one known as the Vista 42M when it was under build. Fast forward to the present and this yacht has been delivered to the client and named "Yu Feng Zhe 1". As the name might suggest, the yacht has gone to a Chinese client who is said to have some experience in the yachting scene. Working in close concert with the yard, the owner made some changes to the yacht while it was under construction...
55-meter Codecasa "Framura" Launched
Over the weekend, Italian yacht builder Codecasa launched their latest yacht, a build previously known as C123. The 55-meter superyacht also bears the name "Framura" on her sides which likely means that she is for a repeat client of the yard. There has been a 43-meter yacht with this name built by Codecasa in 2013 as well. If the connection is so, it would represent a healthy step-up for the owner...
Crossover Orion Yacht Announced By Lynx Yachts
Lynx Yachts are always making the most of their YXT platform and this time they have come up with a design called the Crossover Orion yacht in collaboration with Dragoni Design Lab. "This project reflects twenty-plus years of my experience within the world of yachting, witnessing the demands and needs of customers,"says Sales & Marketing manager at Lynx Yachts, Filippo Rossi...
Update (2) On Rosetti 38XP Build
Towards the end of 2019 YF updated you on the progress of the Rosetti 38XP. It is time for another update to see how far along the project is. In late November 2019 the hull was nearing completion but the superstructure was not yet joined to the hull, that was done in early 2020. Workers at the yard in Ravenna, Italy have completed the main exterior areas of the yacht and are focusing on completing piping, electrics and major welding jobs...
OA To Debut Three New Models At 2020 FLIBS
The 2020 edition of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) is anticipated to be the scene of three new debuts from builder Ocean Alexander (OA). In a press release, the yard speaks about the introduction of the 27 Explorer, 32 Legend, and the 36 Legend. The 27-meter Explorer (27E) is the initial debut for the new Explorer Series. This new model basically accentuates and adds to the notable success of the Revolution series. This new Explorer takes the incredible interior volume and accommodations Ocean Alexander is renowned for and elevates it with impressive exterior amenities...
Vanquish Yachts Receives Order For 24-meter Chaseboat
Vanquish Yachts recently received an order for a 24-meter chaseboat which will eventually support a 60-meter superyacht currently under construction (Project 'Skyfall' at Heesen). The chaseboat will be a sportfishing type of vessel and is known as VQ80 at the yard. It will be fitout with all the trappings to support the owner's fishing excursions. The owner happens to be an avid angler...
35-meter "Exuma" Launched By Maiora Yachts
Maiora Yachts, a member of Gruppo Fipa launched its newest yacht recently, the 35-meter "Exuma". The name alone should hint where this vessel will be heading in the future. Like the model name suggests -Maiora 35-, the vessel is capable of 35-knot speeds although you will find her more often at higher cruising speeds of 26-knots...
EXP42 Design Unveiled By CdM
Cantierie delle Marche (CdM) has dropped the covers on a new design called the EXP42 -Explorer 42-meter. This particular design is to be 42.5-meters long and have a GT of 460. In fact, CdM is calling this the EXP Line suggesting more vessels will be designed in the future with internal volume ranging from 310 up to 499GT...
Ocean Eco 90 Motor Cat By Alva Yachts
If you have not heard of Alva Yachts before that may be because they are a young company now trying to make a mark for themselves. The German company is endeavouring to build this 27.5-meter luxury all-electric solar power catamaran called the Ocean Eco 90. The yard is offering the vessel with hybrid propulsion or all-electric propulsion for clients to choose from...
Alia Yachts 55-meter Build "Al Waab II"
"Al Waab II" should be the name of the 55-meter superyacht presently under construction in Turkey at Alia Yachts. The latest imagines show the superstructure being joined to the hull -last month- marking a pivotal point in construction with the yacht expected to launch in perhaps in early 2021 with delivery by Summer 2021...
Lamborghini 63 Design in Collaboration with Tecnomar
Tecnomar, a brand that is part of the Italian Sea Group is collaborating with Lamborghini to create a truly one-of-a-kind project called the Lamborhini 63. The high-end automotive builder is ensuring not only its badge or colours will be on the new yacht but also many of the designs of past supercars will be incorporated into the new yacht's design. Looking at the details in the design you will definitely see the Lamborhini automotive philosophy...
Ferretti 1000 Flagship Details
The new flagship of the Ferretti yard is a model called the Ferretti 1000 which was introduced to the world as a design at the start of the year at the Boot Dusseldorf. It is a 100-foot boat but the yard is describing it as the largest 100-foot boat on the market that you will come across...
Franchini Launches MIA 63 Into The Water
News from Italian yard Franchini is that they have launched their MIA 63 build into the water. Via a travel lift, the new vessel transitioned from its land-based construction phases into the water for the first time. With a design by Massimo Franchini you can purchase this yacht with a number of variations to the top of the vessel. That is, the vessel can be designed to carry a T-top, be open, have a hardtop, Sports Fly or a bimini top...
Tweak To BeachClub Model Births 660 Convertible
The BeachClub 669 Convertible is now the natural evolution from the BeachClub line form Dutch builder Val der Valk. With Cor d Rover weaving their work on the original BeachClub model it is not surprising the design both inside and out is by Cor d Rover for the 660 Convertible as well as the Naval Architecture by Ginton Naval Architects...
Nordhavn Launches First N41
The first hull in the new N41 model has finally been launched. On the 17th of June the vessel was taken to the water in Turkey. Yesterday the vessel was earmarked to commence sea trials according to the builder. She will undergo seatrials and other testing over the coming weeks before she is prepared for shipping to the U.S. in mid-July. The original timeline for launching was to be in April but clearly that slipped likely due to Corona Virus restrictions...
Modest 70-meter Design Concept Emerges From Fincantieri Yachts
When you think Fincantieri Yachts, large superyachts perhaps come to mind like "Serene" or "Ocean Victory". For a while now, this company have been offering large superyachts to build but to-date only the previous two names made it out of their shipyard and into service. The yard is now offering a 70-meter called 'Blanche', a yacht half the size of what they normally would build...
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