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Devonport launches 96-meter "Vava II" superyacht​

UK custom builder Devonport has reached a major milestone with the launching of a major superyacht. The new launch came over the weekend on the 10th of September when she was christened. The large superyacht now goes by the name "Vava II" replacing the build name 'Project 55'.

Vava II represents the largest superyacht built in the UK to date. The very stylish superyacht features a design by UK-based design firm, Redman Whiteley Dixon and sumptuous interior design by Rémi Tessier is sure to please. Technical oversight was tasked by Burgess.

Now that the Vava II is launched preparations will be made for her set of seatrials which are expected to commence next month. Of course once everything goes to plan she will be delivered to her owner(s) soon after. The superyacht is certified SOLAS according to Devonport...

Hanse Yachts working on 78-foot Premium sloop​

As a manufacturer of quality sailing yachts German company Hanse Yachts is well noted. They are presently working on a significant build in their portfolio, the 78-foot Premium sloop. The sleek and clean look of the vessel teases the eye as it scopes out the design rationale. Seen from the side elevation, the unobstructed views are clearly seen along the hull from stem to stern cleverly hiding intricate spaces on deck.

The Hanse 78-foot project has been in the refinement stages for a while and now is becoming reality and a delivery time frame is now set. It can be expected that the new project be launched and finished in either 2012 or 2013.

The forward tender recepticle can be transformed into a small pool/jacuzzi when the tender is removed and the void is filled with water. The vessel will be built in an Epoxy 'E-glass' UD/sandwich. A carbon rig will finish the sloop look...

Benetti secures order for 50-meter superyacht​

As Italian builder Benetti launches and delivers mega and superyachts the space created by them at their facilities do not stay empty for long. A new order has been made to Benetti to build a sleek and stylish 50-meter superyacht.

The new luxury yacht is expected to be built in GRP and aluminum materials. Aluminum for the superstructure and GRP for the hull!. The 50-meter yacht will feature a four-deck arrangement, lower, main, upper and sun deck.

Build number given to the new build project if FB 801, the first in a new '800' series. The design appears masculine yet has many subtle touches. The hull shows large rectangular windows for guest accommodation sure to increase the amount of natural light to these personal spaces. It is also a very clean design as there are few protrusions outside of the running profile lines thus keeping a very smooth appearance...

New 35-meter Ketch by Tony Castro Design​

Tony Castro Design has been releasing a number of new designs and one of them is a 35-meter Ketch-rigged design. The design comes in slightly different variants even up to 57-meters. The 35-meter variant is sleek, modern, edgy and stylistic all in one package.

Tony Castro Design makes them available in different colours to appeal to the senses and tease with coordination in palette and design. On the 35-meter platform, up to eight guests will be slept. Accommodation for them are in a Master stateroom, VIP-type room and two other guest cabins. View the rendering below for a better understanding of the design...

Northshore Yachts launch the new Southerly 47 sloop​

The New Southerly 47 has undergone extensive sea trials in the Solent which have proved her to be a first class luxury cruiser. Comfortably maintaining 9 knots in 22 knots of wind, the yacht slipped easily through the water.

Garry Fry, commissioning manager comments "She was great fun ! Her tall rig and deep keel provided a combination of power and efficiency with minimum leeway, allowing us to point to 30 degrees. Her self tacking furling jib and large mainsail made sailing to windward a joy''.

The spacious interior with panoramic views from the saloon and three cabin layout provides luxurious live aboard accommodation. The first yacht is finished with a teak, traditionally styled interior and will be making its World Premiere at Southampton Boat Show in September...

Azimut showcases Atlantis 58' Sports Yacht​

Azimut yachts have come to the Cannes International Boat and Yacht Show with major models in their portfolio including the current flagship, the Azimut Grande 120SL. Other models at the show include Azimut 40', Azimut 45' and the Atlantis 58'.

The last model mentioned we will focus on. The Atlantis 58-foot model is a flagship in its own right being the top of the range in Azimut's smaller open range. She is a very sporty yacht in design and performance. Sleekness and power collide to make a top-of-the-line luxury platform.

The vessel itself has a newly designed hull for better entry, efficiency and ergonomics. You can expect the top speed to be in the region of 38-knots with the new hull design and power package. You can find more information on this new model by visiting them at the Cannes Show, Sept 6 to 11.

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Columbus Yachts 125-foot hybrid megayacht​

A new yacht has been ordered to the Palumbo Shipyard for the Columbus Yachts brand. The new vessel was ordered by a Russian and comes only a few months after the launching of the last yacht from the yard, "Prima".

A look at the Columbus 125 reveals a design by the folks at Hydro Tec, specifically Sergio Cutolo. As is the cause to reduce carbon footprint and create a larger and healthier path of operation, the Hybrid Columbus 125 yacht.

To be built with a full-displacement hull the vessel is expected to tread lightly with hybrid technology in propulsion. With that in mind, an optional diesel- electric-hybrid propulsion system could be utilized. Lighter aluminum will be used in her construction to save weight and use less fuel. Her cruising range is expected to be in the region of 5,000 nautical miles...

Wally launches 80-foot "Otto" maxi racing yacht​

Wally is a fine builder of innovative composite sailing and motor yachts. The new vessel is a 80-foot Maxi Racing yacht called "Otto". The sail vessel Otto was designed and tailored to run/sail with reduced crew members and also reduced sailing gear to allow for the minimization of running expenses and the overall sailing experience.

The yacht Otto is easily capable of transforming from pure bred racing yacht to a luxury platform for long cruises or a simple day cruise. Otto in itself is a concept platform which will allow new owners to have a racing platform that is worthy of racing or competing in the highest caliber of races.

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Mengi Yay building Ginton designed 40-meter Sloop​

A new sloop-rigged luxury sail yacht is under construction in Tuzla, Turkey. Currently in build at the Mengi Yay yard, the 40-meter sloop features a design by Ginton Naval Architects. A design by Guido de Groot satisfies the interior scheme and make up.

She is being built with a steel hull and will have an aluminum superstructure. When completed the 40-meter sailing yacht -dubbed 'Extreme 40'- will be able to run at approximately 14-knots utilizing a pair of CAT C-18 engines.

The 'Extreme' project is expected to be fully built to RINA and Maltese Commercial Class. Accommodation is anticipated to be for six guests and around seven crew members...

Kingship reveals 42.5-meter Project 'Essence' megayacht​

Builder Kingship unveiled a new design in a nearly 43-meter megayacht being called Project 'Essence'. The new vessel features a displacement hull and a three-level deck arrangement with ample glazing apparent. The design is with the help of the Axis Group Yacht Design.

The accommodation is set up for around ten guests. Two owners will be able to enjoy high end accommodations while the other guests have four sleeping areas. Eight crew are taken care of as well.

The new Essence project if-built will be MCA compliant and feature the special RINA Green + notation. The overall design shows a vessel with a pretty vertical bow sure to help slice through the oncoming swell like a hot knife through butter.

Essence is expected to have a top speed just above her cruising speed near 15 knots. These figures are tabulated with the expectancy of using CAT C32 engines...

SanLorenzo launches latest SL94 motoryacht​

SanLorenzo shipyard launched the latest SL94 at the end of August. The modern all composite build is the ninth SL94 to be launched by SanLorenzo. Francesco Paszkowski was responsible for the design of the new yacht. The same design firm worked on the interior design as well.

The interior is described as being modern and featuring accommodation for eight guests. They are to be slept in a master stateroom, a VIP-type stateroom and two twin cabins.

Top speed can be up to 29 knots using more powerful MTU engine set or around 27 knots with the CAT C32 ACERT engines. The new SL94 is expected to be on show in Monaco later this month and in Genoa, Italy in October...

Horizon announces launch of PC58 yacht​

The first Horizon PC58, a new model of luxury power catamaran was launched in August. The anticipated launch has created a buzz in the industry and amongst potential cat owners who are all keen to view the finished product. With over 630 custom built luxury yachts to Horizon's credit, the PC58 is further testament to Horizon's expansion in the luxury yacht market. John Lu, the CEO of Horizon Group says, “We are all very proud of this new yacht, and thank the entire team at Horizon Yachts for all their hard work!”

The PC58 offers amenities, luxury, space and privacy normally only found on much larger motor yachts, but at a far lower entry level. Add to this her smooth, stable and comfortable ride with high fuel efficiency and it truly makes for an incredible cruising yacht.

Top speed on the new vessel is 25 knots with cruising at around 20 knots...

Eurocraft completes 44-meter "Baron Trenck" Explorer megayacht​

The "Baron Trenck" is the name of the 44-meter Eurocraft explorer that was under construction. The Italian yard is proud to announce the completion of the explorer project.

The arguably stylish explorer yacht was built in both steel and aluminum to RINA class also complying with MCA stipulations. Baron Trenck is actually the first of this type of explorer yacht from Eurocraft. A second is currently under construction at the moment.

As an explorer one would immediately conjur thoughts of endurance. Her top speed is around 14 knots. Power is supplied via twin MTU 12V 2000 M60 engines. Endurance will be realized when she is throttled back with an astounding 9,000 nautical miles possible.

On the interior, Baron Trenck is able to sleep ten guests. A master, VIP, double and two twins are available for guests...

DashewOffshore presents FPB115 Explorer yacht​

This new and slightly different yacht is an all-purpose, rugged explorer yacht from DashewOffshore. The FPB115 is the latest in a range of long distance and tough motoryachts meant for exploring the world's oceans and destinations.

The FPB 115 is a natural evolution in the FPB Series. Preliminary numbers indicate better efficiency than her smaller sisters. She has trans-ocean range at 12.5 knots/300 nautical miles per day, and given her increased size she will be even more comfortable than the FPB 83. The FPB 115 is available in a variety of configurations, all based on a standard structural plan and common systems.

This no-nonsense yacht has a range of 5,000 nautical miles at 12 knots using 300 Horse Power 'John Deere' 6068SF M50 diesel engines. With these engines, top speed is dialed in at 14.5 knots in half-load conditions...

Newcruise showcases 60-meter 'Touch' superyacht concept design​

The guest accommodation onboard the 60-meter yacht will include guest rooms on the lower deck, two VIP-type cabins and a spacious master stateroom on the bridge deck. The design is by Newcruise Design out of Hamburg Germany.

The 'Touch 60' concept as it is being called was designed with practical benefits in consideration. Practical benefits such as ease of berthing and cost effectiveness in accommodation layouts. The yacht was scaled back to 60-meters with Mediterranean berhing in mind. Yacht berthing for large yachts are less available in the region so it was more practical to deisgn a slightly smaller platform.

Also from a cost effective standpoint, the design allows for stateroom accommodation to be switched around to represent different categories. In other words, the VIPs can quickly become owners suites or vice versa to allow for easy sharing...

Mis Tor Yachts presents 110 Schooner​

A new three-masted schooner has emerged from the Turkish company Mis Tor Yachts. She would be built in steel and aluminum to RINA class. Plenty of deck space is available on this platform.

The interior set up will be done in such a way that accommodation would allow for six staterooms to sleep up to twelve guests comfortably. Top speed should be in the region of 14 knots with two 400 HP engines...

Pearl 75-foot long motoryacht​

The Pearl Motoryacht company is on course with the construction of their 75-foot motoryacht, the new flagship of the Pearl motoryacht line. For those of you who knew of the Pearl 50 and 60 variants, the 75-footer will be of interest. She will be offering some of the same loved features and more on a larger and more spacious platform.

The Pearl 75-footer is to be powered by 1,250hp MTUs and pushed by ZF4000pods. An anticipated range is in the region of 350-nautical miles. The interior design is by British interior designer Kelly Hoppen. The Pearl 75 can be expected to be completed in early 2012. As for Pearl motoryachts, they are due to display the Pearl 60 model at the Cannes and Southampton boat shows in September...

Team4Design showcases 'Ketos' 53M concept superyacht​

Another 'Ketos' superyacht project has emerged from the boards of Team4Design. This time the luxury project is a 53-meter variant. Earlier this year YF alerted you to a smaller variant of the Ketos in the 40-meter range.

The new 53-meter Ketos project is designed by Enrico Gobbi of Team4Design. The 48-meter variant which is under construction at the Rossi Navi yard in Viareggio, is the platform for this new project. More space was needed onboard -in rationale- and so a new and larger project was developed to flesh out that idea.

However, the design had to remain very sleek and sexy. A very beautiful design variant emerged as a result. On the interior the connection to the sea is evident. Vast glazed areas are apparent and the addition of fold down bulwarks and balconies extend the idea further, making communion with the sea easy...