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ISA expands portfolio with 'Grantourismo line​

Italian yacht builder ISA has expanded its portfolio offerings with the new 'Grantourismo' line. This new line is offering an incredible four designs starting at 32-meters and the largest being 60-meters. In between will be the 40 and 50-meter designs.

All of the models in the Grantourismo line will feature similar aspects. Some of these aspects include designs all by Andrea Vallicelli, range of 2,100-nautical miles or greater, CAT engines for the 32, 40, and 50-meter variants while the 60-meter shall have a MTU package. They will also be built to RINA and MCA stipulations.

The Grantourismo line focuses of bringing the outdoors in and maximizing the outdoor experience for guests and owner-alike. ISA is also trying to bring an edgy and sport yacht feel while giving displacement yacht performance and characteristics...

Proteksan Turquoise showcases classic pilothouse sailer by Hoek Design​

Proteksan & Turquoise yachts are showing a new design that is not a motor megayacht built a classic sail yacht with gorgeous pilothouse and straight bow. The design is not surprisingly by Hoek Design, classically evoking style.

A look a the design plans shows there is going to be room for guest in three doubles, a twin and a master stateroom located all the way aft. Tender storage is within the foredeck accessed by locker doors. The interior itself will be classicly styled showing off mid-toned woods and conservative colours and tones for the fabrics.

By the way, the vessel measures in at 192-feet long. Single tall mast stands proud to host the main sail. Underneath the boom there is wonderful space to to socialize and entertain with dedicated built-in seating and al-fresco dining. All in all, a nice classic design by Hoek...

Proteksan Turquoise 'Pro Plumb' 54-meter superyacht​

Proteksan & Turquoise showcases a new project of 54-meters LOA. This one has a plumb bow and unique styling. Round curves, bellied balconies, subtle aggressive corners, fold-down bulwarks and large forward tender garage help make this vessel stand out among other Proteksan boats.

The wetted surface of the hull is pretty close to the LOA of the yacht creating balance and efficiency at the same time. 54-meters LOA and just under 53-meters LWL tell the story. The design will be pretty spacious with comfortable overall beam measuring just over 11-meters (11.10-meters).

Fully loaded displacement should be around 1,000-tonnes and at half load top speed can be expected to be 16-knots while cruising is at 14-knots. 90,000 LT of fuel will feed twin 1911 HP CAT 3512B engines...

Arkin Pruva Argos Yachts complete Classic 25.35M schooner "Shindela"​

"Shindela" is a classic schooner with 25.35-meter LOA that was completed this year for her owners by Arkin Pruva Argos Yachts. The yacht company is a relatively new; being established in 2007 in the Antalya Free Zone, Turkey. Their first yacht completed was the 37-meter red-hulled Turkish Gulet "Daima" in 2009.

Shindela is another classic creation by this company and was built for British owners. Construction for the new vessel was done in cold-molded wood and epoxy. The design comes by way of Burnett Yacht Design and is described as having a classic interior set up.

Accommodation onboard is for six deserving guests in two-double guests cabins and a Master Suite. If needed two extra beds can be made available in the main deck house. Shindela is powered by one Cummins 300 horse power engine for motoring or to assist sailing in less-than-ideal wind conditions...

90-foot 'JY116' launches at Jade Yachts​

The tenth hull in the Jade 90-foot series has been launched by Jade Yachts. She is hull number JY116 and is just the latest in this successful series. The configuration for the accommodation layout is flexible with two twin staterooms OR double staterooms as well as one twin guest cabin that can easily convert into the yacht's gym when the owners are onboard.

The beds fold away into the bulkhead for when the cabin is to be used as the gym. Additionally there is the owner's stateroom that is located on the main deck. This new vessel will be delivered to her owners early in 2012, Janurary to be precise...

Mega Technica launches pair of 50-meter explorer yachts​

Greek shipyard Mega Technica have launched a pair of 50-meter explorer designed yachts. The vessels are hull 163.10 and hull 164.10 both of the same LOA. Mega Technica states that...The first mega yacht(Hull 163.10) of the COSMO 50 type, owned by AFC, was launched with success on 20th April 2011 from the Shipyard and was towed to another shipyard for outfitting. The keel was laid in May 2010 and the aluminum superstructure started in November 2010 when the architectural interior design was completed.

The keel of the second megayacht (Hull 164.10) of the COSMO 50 type, owned by JT&I was laid. The ship is planned for launching in July 2011 for the outfitting works be continued in another shipyard. The second mega yacht (Hull 164.10) was also launched with success on the 3rd of October 2011 from the Shipyard and was towed to another shipyard for outfitting...

Benetti Sail Division secures contract for 147' 'Logica' megayacht​

News is coming from Benetti Sail Division about their acquisition of a contract to build a 147-foot megayacht in their 'Logica' line. On to the design and it is easily evident the concentration given to the connection-to-the sea idea. The superstructure is fitted with large expanses of windows all around. There is sure to be an in-pouring of natural light into the interior as well as views outward from within.

The idea of a slender and sleek yacht is not only for the design lines but also to be hydrodynamically efficient. The vessel is designed by Luca Brenta, who is the designer for the Logica Line at Benetti Sail Division. Even the furniture chosen for the exterior decks reflect the modern lines of the yacht. The squared-off pieces fit well on the decks and evoke a smart and clean modern appearance.

According to BSD, the boat typically has a displacement hull forms...

Nobiskrug launches 73.5-meter "Graffiti" superyacht​

German brand Nobiskrug launched another yacht that is the latest in a string of similarly conceptualized superyachts. Her name is "Graffiti" and is a 73.5-meter sister to the recently launched "Mogambo" and the completed "Sapphire" and even as far back as "Siren".

She is hull ID 783 at the yard and is a highly styled yacht by Reymond Langton inside and out. While her sister Mogambo shows off her two-tone grey and white livery, Graffiti enjoys a more traditional look being painted in white mono-tone right through.

Like her recent sisters, she is 73.5-meters long and around 12.5-meters overall beam with a draught of approximately 3.65-meters. Top speed might be around 17 to 17.3-knots if Graffiti is using similar MTU engines like her near sisters. Graffiti was built with a steel hull and a hybrid of materials for her superstructure including steel and GRP...

Heesen launches 55-meter "Serenity" superyacht​

Dutch aluminum superyacht specialists Heesen launched their latest yacht very recently. She is based on the 5500 hull and would be a sister to the "Quinta Essentia". Her name is "Serenity" and this launch makes her the second yacht using the 55-meter hull platform.

The 55-meter model comes in slight styling options so that although the vessels are similar in concept, close attention would reveal subtle differences in the exterior style. Serenity comes in traditional livery with a dark blue hull and white superstucture.

As a near sister to the Quinta Essentia she should bear similar statistics. For example, the QE has a top speed of 24-knots and cruising speed of 22-knots using a pair of 20V 4000 M93L engines. QE carries accommodation room for twelve guests and a crew of ten. Serenity has been seen in Barendrecht Holland on the river Oude Maas...

Benetti splashes 60-meter "Diamonds are Forever" superyacht​

“Diamonds Are Forever”, this is the name of the new Custom megayacht launched on Saturday 26th November 2011 at the Benetti shipyard in Livorno. Benetti FB253 60mt is the boat’s official identification, but for its owner it’s Diamonds Are Forever: the official name of the yacht and the very personal signature of Mr. John Staluppi, an established yacht owner who has always been a fan of the Bond, James Bond saga.

Based on Benetti naval architecture and engineering, the elegant external line of the new FB253 Diamonds Are Forever bears the signature of Stefano Natucci and is characterized by compact forms and dynamic slender lines: a balanced combination of traditional design elements and modern innovative stylistic solutions which have become the shipyard’s distinguishing mark throughout the world...

ADM Shipyards launch 141-meter "Yas" superyacht (ex. Swift 141)​

The ADM Shipyards in Abu Dhabi (UAE) successfully launched the ultra large project known under the build name 'Swift 141'. The vessel was once an ex-naval frigate that was converted into a high-rolling luxury superyacht. Swift 141 is now called "Yas" as her final name and has been redesigned by the French studio Pierre Jean Design inside and out.

One look at the vessel and she is stunning in many aspects. Some may call her odd looking but it is a good break from traditional design. Her 'odd' appearance comes from very fluid curves and shapes all over the superstructure where composite meets over-the-top expansive glass surfaces.

As an ex. Naval Frigate, her hull lines were originally designed for speed. Even now as a superyacht, Yas and her hull will aid in high speeds for her size. At her size top speed is expected to be in the region of 26-knots...

Bilgin soft-launches their 40-meter X-bow megayacht "M"​

One of Bilgin's latest projects has been soft-launched at their yard. The Turkish builder carried the megayacht from the construction shed into the open. Bilgin Yachts are definitely upping the ante when it comes to their new yachts and design. This 40-meter yacht features what can be called an X-bow and is reminiscent of Feadship's "Predator" and Blohm + Voss's "A" (bow related).

The design of "M" stems from a collaboration between H2 Yacht Designs and Bilgin Yachts themselves but H2 mainly worked on the exterior and interior styling. Bilgin states that she carries 2 x MTU/ Blue Line 16V – 2000/M93 engines that are expected to run her along at 23-knots top speed. RINA CLASS C + Hull • Mach Ych represent her classification...

Grand Bay 100' motoryacht by Kajan Designs​

Grand Bay Yachts has unveiled their new project, 100´ ELEGANCE. The 30 meter superyacht will be custom built with a carbon / glass /epoxy hull and superstructure, and features a beautiful classic profile. With a cruising speed of 20 knots, and a maximum speed of 32 knots, this super yacht is designed for blue water cruising around the world.

100´ELEGANCE main deck offers a spacious main salon, and her adjacent dining room is designed for 8 guests. The owner’s cabin, located forward on the main deck, offers a bedroom, a generous walk-down closet and en-suite bathroom with a Jacuzzi & shower. Tree large VIP cabins are located on the lower deck, each with a large bathroom.

The bridge deck features a sky-lounge with a Jacuzzi, and an inviting aft deck with lots of space to entertain or relax...

Ivan Erdevicki 85-meter "Romanza" superyacht​

Earlier this year, Canadian Naval Architect and design firm Ivan Erdevicki unveiled a new design for an 85-meter superyacht dubbed "Romanza". The vessel bears a striking blue hull with contemporary white superstructure and decks stretching over five levels. Overall the design is sleek for an 85-meter yacht giving other designs coming from European yards and designers a run.

The accommodation layout could see two VIP staterooms on the upper decks. Additionally, four guest staterooms as well as an owner's stateroom. Eight crew cabins for the crew members would be on the lower deck...

Coste Design produces 60-meter power catamaran design​

A 60-meter power catamaran was designed by Coste Design with Blue Coast Yachts. The vessel is of epic dimensions being 62-meters LOA and 22-meters BOA.

The new vessel is envisioned to be built of advanced composite materials to save weight and increase efficiency. The 62-meter vessel will also incorporate the latest in hybrid propulsion with the aim at being as environmentally friendly as possible without loosing potential horsepower and then speed as a result.

The vessel is being called the 'Event Cat' and with it's enormous beam of 22-meters, a multiplicity of special features can be had onboard. Some include the possibility of a helipad, a large pool, large accommodation areas and spacious entertainment regions...

Heesen's 44-meter Project "Zentric" is sold​

Dutch builder have successfully sold the 44-meter Project "Zentric" which is on course for launch in early 2012. She represents the ninth hull in the 4400 series by Heesen Yachts. Nakhimov who is overseeing the project facilitated the sale.

Project Zentric is a semi-displacement yacht with five staterooms with a top speed of 25 knots. For Nakhimov this continues a successful close collaboration with the yard as, earlier this year they oversaw the delivery of the 55m "Quinta Essentia" – the largest Heesen built to date – and the 37m "Aurelia". Nakhimov has also been appointed the owner’s representative during final construction and will be managing Project Zentric post delivery in April 2012...

Soraya 46-meter superyacht build update​

Soraya Yachts and its Soraya 46-meter superyacht have now pushed forward the estimated launching date for that particular vessel. The new vessel was scheduled to have been launched earlier this year. The revised time is now an expected launch in early 2012, March to be precise.

Top speed on the new luxury yacht is projected at 16-knots with low cruising at 12-knots. An impressive range of 4,500 nautical miles at cruising is also expected.

Ten guests are to be slept in five staterooms ranging from the owner's room on the forward main deck to guest accommodation on the lower deck. The crew of nine are also provided for. The design for the interior has been done by Ales Bratina and actually being executed by Bobic Yacht Interior. The Soraya 46-meter is being built to be compliant to RINA and MCA standards. One of the main stand-out features on this vessel is the hydraulic helipad located on the bow...

Horizon Yachts secure new order for PC58 catamaran​

After launching the first Horizon Power Catamaran 58-footer and subsequently officially unveiling her at the recently concluded Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), a new order for the said model has been secured.

The PC58 garnered significant interest at the show from persons all over globe. The new model was unveiled at the FLIBS at a cocktail event held at the Horizon Yacht display booth. Since then the interest in the model shot through the roof. That alone signalled success at the show for Horizon.

Horizon's PC58 is on a catamaran platform with a top speed in the region of 25-knots and high cruising speed at 20-knots. "We are all very proud of this new yacht, and thank the entire team at Horizon Yachts for all their hard work!” said John Lu about the new PC58 model...

Tansu Yachts and Diana Yacht Design team up on 33.90-meter "Only Now"​

Diana Yacht Design and Tansu Yachts collaborated on a new near 34-meter design being called "Only Now". The exterior styling was clearly the work of Tansu Yachts while the naval architecture has been by Diana Yacht Design (DYD).

Accommodation has been cited for six guests in three cabins, that is, the master stateroom and two double cabins. The vessel uses angles and simple lines to come to the conclusion of design. Even at 34-meters a large section of the space onboard the yacht is dedication towards exterior relaxation. Plenty finished teak exterior spaces with seating.

The aft sun deck has space for a tender with dedicated crane for service. As with many Tansu yachts the Only Now has a straight bow hinting at her effortless ease in sailing through the water. Top speed is expected to be around 22-knots...

Erdevicki 110' "Durabo" sailing yacht​

The 110-foot "Durabo" sloop designed by Ivan Erdevicki is under construction. Construction on the yacht started nearly three years ago in 2009 but the financial crisis squeezed the pockets of the then owner and now work on the vessel have ceased.

Some quick statistics show that she has a waterline length of 98.10-feet, an overall beam of 24.50-meters with a draught of 16-feet with the hydraulic lifting keel fully extended and just 7.6-feet retracted. Displacement at half load is expected to be just under 125-tonnes. "Durabo" can be fitted with a sloop rig or a special carbon fiber schooner rig. Either way she is set to be a performance sailing yacht...