THE HULL OF THE CRN’S 72-METER "CLARENA II" TAKES SHAPE

Just days ago, the first block of the hull of the CRN’s new 72-metre megayacht, the largest in the company’s history and one of the longest ever built in Italy, was finished.

Back in September the first sheet metal was cut for this steel and aluminium vessel, hull number 124 built by the shipyard: a completely new, custom-made project whose launching is scheduled for 2009. Following “Ability” (54m) and “GiVi” (60m) this brand new project comes together with the other projects of 54, 57 and 60 metres currently under construction at the yard.

“Clarena II”, the name given by the Owner to this jewel, is a product of the fruitful working relationship between the technical staff of CRN and the firm of Nuvolari & Lenard, the same team that designed the first ship built for the same client, “Clarena”, launched in 2003 and part of the CRN 46-metre “Magnifica” line.

The current project, developed through an attentive analysis of the Owner’s wishes, has produced a vessel with a sophisticated, innovative design. The shape of the hull, combined with a modern, streamlined superstructure - are made even more distinctive by Clarena II’s sharp bow. At the opposite end, the stern has been designed as a “beach club”. In fact, the swimming platform transforms itself into a large beach area practically flush with the sea, equipped with an external shower and beach chairs and perfect for use as a solarium by guests. The adjoining internal area is outfitted for relaxation as well, with those onboard able to enjoy the proximity of the sea from comfortable sofas..

For his own quarters, the Owner chose an apartment covering 120 m2. Positioned on the forward portion of the main deck, it is accessible from a private lobby. In addition to the cabin with its double bathroom, this area includes a separate massage room and movie projection room. The owner’s wish was for the cabin zone to be closely connected to the sea, thanks to a hatch that can be lowered 90 degrees and used as a balcony over the waves.

A total of 12 guests can be housed on the “Clarena II”, plus a crew of no fewer than 28, including chefs trained in haute cuisine and a personal physician. With its two Caterpillar 3516 engines, the vessel can reach a maximum speed of 16.5 knots and a cruising speed of 15.

For more information contact:

CRN Yachts
Via E. Mattei
26 60125 Ancona, Italy
www.crn-yacht.com