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Kaiserwerft unveils 75-meter superyacht design​

A look on the Kaiserwerft website suggests that there is a new project on the horizon for this yard. It is quite a large leap from what we are accustomed to them building. The new vessel is a 75-meter superyacht design that now becomes the flagship in their portfolio.

It is estimated that construction could start in 2012 and if so, the vessel would have a launching in 2015 if things go to schedule. A maximum of sixteen guests can be accommodated in her six rooms fit for guest accommodation.

The Kaiserwerft 75 will be a distance cruiser as well. She can rack-up a range over 6,000 nautical miles at 14.5-knots! Twin MTU brand engines with output of 2680 horse power each are to be fitted below decks. This vessel host a special feature that is not seen directly from the outside.

It's a beach club! However, not the ordinary beach club with large fold-down doors to the sea...

52-meter Performance sloop by Barracuda Yacht Design​

A new sloop-rigged sailing yacht concept has come to the fore from Spanish based Barracuda Yacht Design. She is 52-meters long with a straight bow slim and sleek lines with an overall modern design appeal.

Entertainment, silent running and spacious surroundings are part of the design brief for the new concept. Upon viewing the vessel's plans, it is evident access near the water was a crucial point. It is more apparent with the number of fold-down balconies.

For example, the gym of the yacht feaures, not one but two balconies that jettison from the hull on command giving a truly full beam open-aired affair. From gym to beach-club kind of sensation...

Yachting Developments 30.49-meter "Q5" sailing catamaran​

The sailing catamaran that was designed by Warwick Design and being built by Yachting Developments in New Zealand should have been completed some time now but hasn't. The vessel dubbed 'Q5' is a 30.49-meter sailing catamaran with a single mast being built in composite.

Q5 is now expected to be launched in 2012, if everything goes to plan. She is yard number 66 at Yachting Developments and is to be fit out with an interior by Redman Whiteley Dixon. Both the Naval Architecture and the exterior styling are by Warwick Design.

Two CAT C7 460 horsepower engines will run Q5 with just under 10,000 LT of fuel in the tanks. Remember she is a sailing catamaran and will have both mast and boom by Southern Spars NZ made in Carbon fiber. The sails will be by Doyle. Q5 will sleep a minimum of ten guests in five cabins with room for crew in three cabins...

IAG launches 100' 'Electra' megayacht​

The IAG Yachts shipyard, based in Zhuhai (China) has launched its second yacht to date. The IAG100’, the first of the “Electra” series, is now performing sea trials and will be delivered shortly to the client. The yacht still stay in China area and will be presented in local boat shows.

The Electra 100’, 30m LOA and with a beam of 6.5m, is powered by two MTU M93 main engines that drive a maximum speed of 27 knots as well as economically cruising to a range of 2,000 nautical miles at 10 knots. She also boasts a shallow 4 foot draft and an optimal seaworthy ocean traveling hull form suitable for the most conditions...

Greg Marshall designed 80-meter 'Project P'​

Canadian based and world renowned yacht designer Gregory C Marshall has been commissioned to design an 80-meter superyacht. She is Project number 6185 under their banner and features a long bow with conventionally built-up decks.

She appears to be a five-level superyacht with ample deck space. The project is tightly under wraps and so little information is available. However, the new design is described by the designer as being "revolutionary and exciting". More information will be shared with you as details come to hand.

For more information:

Gregory C Marshall Design
1571 West Burnside Road
Victoria,
BC CANADA V9E 2E2
Gregory C...

'Project 120' superyacht construction underway​

A very large project is currently under construction at a European yard. The vessel is simply known as 'Project 120', suggesting that it is 120-meters long. H2 Yacht design is behind the interior and exterior design of the luxurious superyacht.

Project 120 large enough to carry over 50 passengers as well as provide all the facilities required for self-contained cruising around the world. On the interior, H2 produced a luxurious design. The overall style of the interior decor is undoubtedly contemporary, with a fresh clean appearance whilst remaining luxurious and practical. By combining striking veneers with soft leathers and contrasting fabrics, H2 have created a stunning, unique interior that will offer its guests every conceivable facility they require.

On a yacht of this size, one would expect a number of facilities and amenities to be existent...

54-meter Expedition yacht "Chuggaboom" by Vripack​

Vripack shows off a new design that takes the form of an Expedition-styled yacht. The superstructure is set aft of midships, allowing a long bow and utility deck to the fore. She is project number 5741 at Vripack and is named "Chuggaboom".

Chuggaboom spreads out over four levels and has an open air sundeck that is complete with helipad at the rear. A social and relaxing space defined by jacuzzi and sunpads sit to the fore of the sundeck. Jumping all the way down to the main deck, it is easy to see the large utility deck forward of the superstructure. That space is decked out with the yacht's tenders and jet ski toys. You will imagine these are served by a dedicated crane.

Chuggaboom is 54.08-meters on LOA, 11.50-meters at her widest point and a maximum draft just under 4-meters (3.96-meters)...

Cantiere delle March 115' 'Nauta Air' cruiser​

Cantiere delle March and Nauta Yachts have collaborated to produce the new 'Nauta Air' 115 cruiser. She is a displacement megayacht combining smooth design with a rugged and appealing look. Classiness oozes from the design from stem to stern as lines are both hard and soft in this contemporary design.

Some quick points about the concept suggest that she will be accommodating approximately ten guests in a Master Stateroom and four ensuite dedicated guest rooms. The conceptualization for this project was basically to showcase the ease in which the outdoors can blend with indoors.

The interaction of guests onboard with the outside nature and surroundings the yacht is in should always occur. Numerous external areas are on hand to relax on and are bordered by glass bulwarks, enhancing the view. Even from inside, a view to the outside isn't far away, thanks to the extensive windows onboard...

Ocean King 88 Expedition Yacht​

Cantieri Navali Chiogga has unviled their new project, the Ocean King 88, a three-level expedition yacht. She isn't just any yacht though, she is pretty much a go anywhere yacht. She is a luxury vessel being built on a tug-like platform.

She's a small megayacht with a big heart. 10,000 sea miles of autonomy, a sailing stability and comfort that have no par, and accommodation capacity and space beneath deck that are only found on much larger ships. When completed she will sure take her owner and guests many places for their full enjoyment...

Marin Yachts well underway with 59-meter superyacht​

Just yesterday we mentioned to you about a 59-meter project that Marin Yachts is currently working on in addition to a few others. This project is hull 102 at Marin Yachts and is well underway in construction and is slated for launch next year.

She has been built with steel hull and aluminum superstructure. A quick look at the specifications that Marin Yachts provided show that she has an on-deck overall length of 59-meters, spacious beam of 10.70-meters, 3.20-meters on the draft and displacement of 770-tonnes.

Let's look at some expected performance statistics. Top speed is anticipated to be 17-knots with a 5,000 nautical mile range at 12-knots. All this is made possible using dual CAT 1516 BHD engines. Well over 100,000 LT capacity fuel tanks (135,000 LT) are on hand to feed those engines. Fresh water storage onboard is estimated at 20,000 LT...

RMK Marine launches 4500 Ron Holland-designed megayacht​

The technical launch of the Ron Holland-designed RMK Marine 4500 has been launched from the RMK Marine facilities in Turkey. Designed for the experienced yacht owner for long distance voyaging, this new yacht has been built to high quality specifications with long term low maintenance as priority requirements. Particular attention has been given to ensure an efficient and sea kindly hull design and exceptional interior volume for a 45m yacht.

The style of the exterior of the RMK4500 is a unique and subtle combination of elegant flowing lines while containing both the practical amenities and facilities of a yacht and a purposeful stable hull. Ron Holland's intention was to create a yacht, optimised for long-distance cruising, regardless of weather conditions and cruising with family and friends in the Mediterranean, which fulfilled several specific requirements...

Timmerman completes 26.40-meter megayacht "Atlantic"​

It has been a while since we heard any launches from Russian yard Timmerman, however, a recently completed 26.40-meter yacht makes the news. She was christened "Atlantic" and represents the second hull in this series.

Guido de Groot had the task of working both on the exterior and interior designs for this boat. On the other hand Ginton worked on the Naval Architecture. Below decks are two CAT C7 engines running her just above her cruising speed of 11-knots. Her range at a slow pace is a respectable 2,600 nautical miles. Atlantic can play host to up to ten guests with her four cabins. The yacht was launched earlier this year (2011) in May but since then has been delivered to her owners.

For more information:

Timmerman Yachts
Rechnikov str...

JFA seals deal on new 'Long Island' sailing Cat​

Check out the new contract that JFA signed recently. She is sailing catamaran in the region of 86-feet LOA to a design by Marc Lombard. Expect her to accommodate six guests in three cabins inclusive of a large Master stateroom.

The single-masted yacht will be built in GRP materials for the superstructure and aluminum for her two hulls. For ease of sailing there will be an open-air helm and navigation station perched on the top of the superstructure under the boom. For convenience there is a helm station indoors as well. This is the first contract in JFA's 'Long Island' Cat series and we look forward to seeing her. She isn't the only project going on at JFA, there are a few projects already designed for JFA to build...

Marin 50-meter superyacht​

This contemporary all-white steel and aluminum superyacht is the latest sub-55-meter project from Marin Yachts at Factoría Naval de Marín in Spain. She is a 50-meter sleek and balanced design that is pleasing to the eye.

If you reflect, you will recall some of other designs that have become reality from this yard. Most notably the 45-meter "Follow Me V" in 2011. Of course they completed a few other yachts as well such as the "Germania Nova" also in 2011. She is a beautiful schooner-rigged vessel. Additionally, there is the well-known "Elena", she is also schooner rigged, built a few years ago in 2009.

Back to the Marin 50-meter, and looking at her you realize the resemblance to Follow Me V. That may not exactly be a coincidence seeing that Marin Yachts was the Naval Architect for FMV...

52-meter powercat "Eva" by Misha Merzliakov ​

A twin cabin for children, a double cabin for children, a Master Stateroom and three guest cabins. Sounds normal enough on a yacht? The stability of the yacht hosting this accommodation is further enhanced because it is not a monohull. We are talking about the 52-meter powercat called "Eva", designed by Misha Merzliakov.

There have been many power catamaran designs in the past but this particular design pushes the boundaries a little more. The design in itself is very aggressive by virtue of the angular surfaces on the exterior. Some special features onboard Eva include a pool on the aft end overlooking the stern, a tender bay for a 7-meter tender and an amazing Audi Q7 vehicle that can be loaded or offloaded via a ramp that extends downwards from between the hulls.

Additionally... on the inside there is a 'pit' or playpen in the saloon that may be ideal for children...

Pershing unveils new 82 model​

A retake on the Pershing 80' model, the new 82' model shines. The first hull is expected to be launched in the Spring of 2012. Interesting to note about the 82-foot hull is the layout of the lower deck especially as it relates to the master stateroom.

The Master is oriented across the beam of the yacht. The large bed is set from the port side and runs towards the centerline, while the ensuite bathroom sits on the other side. Other cabins for guests include a VIP located in the bow and two twin bed cabins nestled port and starboard between the master and VIP.

This 82-foot bullet can shoot across the water at an incredible 45-knots and cruise at 40-knots with no problem. Below decks are a pair of MTU 16V M93's that allow these high-performance speeds. Even though she is a sub-100' yacht there is plenty of room on the external decks...

Guido de Groot designs Intec Marine 90 Hybrid​

The Intec Marine 90 is the first yacht of a series of energy efficient next generation yachts with hybrid propulsion designed by Guido de Groot. Besides it's energy efficiency, the yacht will emit lower noise levels and lower emissions of NOX and CO2. It has been developed in a joint effort with San Diego based naval architect Doug Sharp. A lot of special care for the environmental concerns has been taken into consideration in the design, the construction and the operation of the yacht.

The Intec Marine 90 will have a RINA marine green star design certificate. Although having a length of 27.5m only, it is a true 3-deck displacement motor yacht. She features a unique frontal dining area on the main deck directly connected to an outdoor seating area and a whirlpool. Because of the innovative electric propulsion set-up, more space is available for the crew and guest areas on the lower deck...

Horizon completes RP97 "Euphoria"​

Another raised pilot-house luxury yacht has been completed by Horizon Yachts. Her name is "Euphoria" and she is a member of the RP97 series. Euphoria is powered by a pair of CAT C32A engines producing a top speed above 20-knots.

On the inside, the interior is designed by Horizon's in-house team. She boasts accommodation for eight guests in a master stateroom, VIP and two twins all on the lower deck. Euphoria is the latest completion in a flurry of launches towards the end of 2011. She is also the second luxury yacht for Australian owners in November, of course the last completion being "Mineral Water"...

Perini Navi sells 69-meter ketch​

Perini Navi closes the year 2011 with the sale of a 69-meter sailing ketch designated hull C.2227. She will be the first hull in a 69-meter series of super sailers. The new sale ends a year that saw Perini Navi create contracts on three newbuilds, two 60-meter sailing vessels and the 69-meter sailing yacht.

The new 69-meter contract will be the second largest Perini Navi vessel, only second to the 88-meter "Maltese Falcon". The new vessel was designed by the Perini Navi group with consultation from Philippe Briand. On the interior the layout was again done by the Perini Navi group and completed in conjunction with PH Design.

Perini Navi has seen the launching and completion of 56-meter "Fidelis", 55-meter "Galileo G" and 45-meter "Clan VIII" in 2011. As for the 69-meter ketch-rigged super sailer, expect her to be completed in 2015...

Westport launches 164' "Legacy"​

The latest Westport 164-footer hit the water last month in November 2011. She is called "Legacy" and should be the ninth in the series, hull 5009. As a reminder the series runs as "Vango" (5001), "Eviva" (5002), "My Girl" (5003) "SeaQuest" (5004), "Lady Kathryn IV" (5005) "Harmony" (5006), "Boardwalk" (5007), "Wabi-Sabi" (5008).

Westport's design and engineering teams have collaborated with world-renowned designer Donald Starkey and prominent naval architect William Garden to develop a refined hull form for exceptional ocean-going performance, an innovative accommodation plan which balances interior and on-deck spaces for maximum enjoyment and versatility, and a contemporary styling that ensures lasting appeal.

The six-stateroom layout with on-deck full-beam master suite affords everyone a luxurious private retreat incorporating the finest fabrics, cabinetry, stone and leathers...