Diamonds Are Forever Benetti 61 mt

Benetti has launched the 61 metre Diamonds Are Forever at the state-of-the-art Benetti shipyard in Livorno. Hull FB253 is built for a highly experienced owner who always names his yachts after James Bond movies.

This sophisticated Benetti superyacht holds all of the elegant and characteristic design elements of a Benetti but with a personalised signature from her owner.
Mr. John Staluppi, an avid fan of the inimitable James Bond saga, joined the crew and builders of this superyacht to christen Diamonds Are Forever under the Tuscany sun.

The ceremony began with speeches and presentations by Benetti’s CEO Vincenzo Poerio, Chairman Paolo Vitelli and head of project management Nicola Nicolai, followed by a rendition of the James Bond theme tune and an acrobatic enactment of a daring Bond fight scene; complete with Aston Martin and superyacht.

Her elegant external lines are based on the expert Benetti naval architecture and engineering which produce a balanced combination of traditional design elements and modern innovative style solutions that distinguish the long established and respected Italian shipyard throughout the world.

Her concept and layout have been meticulously designed crafted as her spacious interior comprises of two panoramic master suites and four guest staterooms, a guest elevator to all decks, a full beam sky lounge and vast open and shaded spaces.

A design element of particular note is the additional top deck, located above the sun deck, which is also served by the central elevator. The aft part of the sun-deck also allows easy access to touch and go helicopter operations.

Diamonds Are Forever is capable of accommodating up to 12 guests in 6 cabins, consisting of 4 cabins on the lower deck, a split level VIP suite come 2nd Owners suite at the front of the main deck and the master Owners suite forward on the upper deck, both with an 180 degree sea view and Evan K Marshall interior throughout.

After receiving the traditional blessings and feted with champagne, the yacht is now set for her maiden charter voyage in December and will be available in the Caribbean for the coming season and the Mediterranean later on in 2012.

Benetti Yachts
+39 0584 3821
( www.benettiyachts.it )

Sarissa 42,6 mt Vitters

With Sarissa, Dutch Vitters Shipyard has added yet another high performance superyacht to their impressive portfolio. Designed by acclaimed naval architect Bill Trip and Rhoades Young Design Ltd., this sportive and elegant vessel instantly pleases the eye with her remarkably sleek looks, reflecting an image of stylish finesse and luxurious minimalism. Her contemporary exterior is averse to an abundance in frills and draws attention to the high quality finish oozing from every detail.
Measuring 42.6 metres LOA, this refined vessel is the largest Dutch-built carbon fibre sloop to date and a perfect reflection of what state-of-the-art sailing yachts currently are all about. Merging technology with modern design, she provides a luxury environment for all guests and it's quite easy envisioning Sarissa sailing the seas of the world and taking part in regattas.
The superyacht's brief was for a beautiful, performance sailing yacht that combined family adventures with regatta-style performance. As for the interiors, the Owner was aiming for a modern yet warm and intimate atmosphere, reflecting that of an inviting family home.What instantly grabs one's attention upon boarding Sarissa, is the spacious feel she offers, both inside and out. Large areas outside invite guests to stroll around on deck, enjoying the surrounding views and the vessel's magnificent design.
It is very easy to imagine oneself lounging about on one of the various exterior seating arrangements, varying from large fixed sunbeds offering full 360 degrees vistas to the more secluded cockpit offering ample relaxing sofas and, of course, a perfect setting for al fresco dining.
Bathing in natural light, the main saloon area spacious yet cozy, with large windows assuring guests with remarkable views. Starboard, a comfortable sitting area offers a big L-shaped sofa and three intelligently customized Barcelona chairs. Delicate railings have been applied to the back side, offering support for those walking by or standing to enjoy the view. It's with this kind of detailing that Sarissa sets a high standard, showing how to optimally use every inch of space, resulting in an overall sense of spaciousness throughout the vessel.Situated opposite each other respectively, the more intimate port side lower saloon and study/guest cabin area, plus the galley and dining room area's can be found.
Below deck, ample more examples of intelligent design can be noted. Here, the yacht's four guest cabins and three crew cabins can be found. Aft, the full beam Owner's cabin, offering direct access to the outside aft deck area, possesses the vessel's signature feel of space and natural light, set in Sarissa's typical palette of light and dark wood tones with details of glass and brushes stainless steel. Her smart layout results in an area that feels bigger than it actually is, without downgrading on luxury and comfort. With an en suite bathroom, wardrobe, ample storage and office area these quarters offers the perfect retreat.
The smart illusion of spaciousness is integrated on several locations throughout. For instance, the lower deck hallways have been placed slightly diagonally in the layout, enhancing one's sense of space. Additionally, one of the guest cabins offers a secondary function as a study, if not occupied by guests. With such intelligent concepts integrated throughout Sarissa, this all adds up to an optimal usage of every square metre.
Aside from the owner's suite, cabins are configured into two doubles and one twin, with en suite bathrooms, all offering the yacht's warm and comfortable atmosphere. With a separate nanny cabin being available, the number of guests on Sarissa adds up to a company of nine.
Sarissa truly goes beyond the current state of sailing yachts, she embodies a vision of luxury and style, not in abundance but all the more in refined details and, more importantly, smart design.

Vitters Shipyard

+31 (0)38 386 7145

( www.vitters.com )

Rossi Navi Yachts 70 mt Numptia

Italian shipyard Rossi Navi Yachts recently launched their latest project, the fully custom 70 metres superyacht Numptia. Working with an exacting brief, and applying only top levels of workmanship in all facets of this exciting new venture, all professionals working on this vessel were handpicked and experts in their respective fields. As a result, Numptia has turned out to be spectacular in every way, from the unconventional layout to her uniquely crafted designs and top notch engineering.

Moving through all areas onboard, one cannot help but simply relish the attention in detail that has gone into every nook and corner, without losing sight of the big picture. A big picture that is very much pleasing to the eye, with an overall atmosphere exuding a personality that transcends mere description in simple terms of style. Being not just modern, contemporary of classically influenced, a tastefully balanced mixture has been concocted that is of a timeless elegance and finesse. Almost like a modern-day temple of refined luxury, Numptia's style is cohesive enough to feel delicately balanced yet shows enough variation to invite ones eye to wander and take in all pleasures and comforts she has to offer.

The concept of this vessel, created by Tommaso Spadolini, was based upon the notion that a perfect fit to the needs of her experienced owner and his family was to be realised, there for a complete reassessment of various aspects of yacht building was made in order to craft the perfect yachting experience. On top of that, the requirement for good service on each of her five decks proved to be crucial in Numptia's development. For instance, the owner placed great emphasis on where meals are enjoyed, so each on deck a fully equipped pantry can be found, assuring perfect service and practicality.

Obviously, excellence starts at the base so designing a hull, aiming to nail the right shape that perfectly combines looks, distribution of volume and maximum performance, was key. Her exterior shape echoes a timeless elegance, which is also spotlessly translated in the overall interior design, where dashes of delightful eccentricity turn out to be promising addition to a pleasant life at sea.

Designer Achille Salvagni, introduced to the owner by Tommaso Spadolini, who designed the yacht's exterior, GA and outdoor furniture, took on the extensive task of creating Numptia's interiors. By creating an unexpected and unorthodox design, which inherently perfectly fits the concept of redefining onboard life according to the owner's wishes, he aimed to realise a harmonious and comfortable environment. With a pure design scheme and the application of a closely matched colour palette, finished with subtle, unobtrusive lighting, a warm and welcoming atmosphere was created. By using ample natural materials, such as playfully applied contrasting woods and natural stones, Salvagni created a new personality for each deck yet managed to place every element in a greater context, assuring a skillfully crafted, stylish and cohesive whole. With intimacy and grandeur combined, a mesmerizing sense of style was created that celebrates, almost worships, good taste and luxury in a rich yet subtle manner.

Numptia's main deck saloon offers luxurious views out to sea, courtesy of full floor to ceiling windows. A central bar area, boasting a slight nightclub feel, separates the main saloon from the dining area which is adjacent to a fully equipped, professional galley.

Notably, the gorgeous bas-relief dining room wall decoration sets an exquisite tone, softly breathing images of long forgotten civilizations into present times. This seems to be an important element of the vessel's interiors, where various relic-like objects seem to gently refer to a variety of historical periods, sometimes literally but also merely, and even more strongly, by association.

On the main deck forward, the sumptuous full beam owners quarters can be found, consisting of a study, reading area, central bedroom and television area. Additionally, a grand bathroom with marvelous central bathtub and a shower area, plus his and hers dressing rooms, can be found here.Aft from the spacious bridge area, with a starboard radio room and a port side guest sitting area, a sizeable VIP cabin is located. Filled with dramatic, large lounging beds, one inevitably can enjoy many films on the cabins 103 inch cinema-style TV. The library area, including fireplace, and aft deck al-fresco dining area complete the full scope of what the bridge deck has to offer.

The existence of an actual spa deck once again aptly shows how unique Numptia really is. With a sauna, steam room and fully equipped gym area, complimented by a fully fitted outdoor area with comfortable sunbeds, one can enjoy some pleasant workouts. After that, the massage or beauty room might very well be suitable options for some time spent in utter relaxation. Breakfast, light lunches and even barbecues can be enjoyed outside on the spa deck as well, for the outside forward area has been set up with a bar and barbecue.

The sun deck it utterly dedicated to open-air enjoyment. With a central pool, touch-and-go helicopter landing area, which notably double functions as a second sun deck or party deck including disco-lights, one can do anything, but will undoubtedly enjoy everything, onboard the magnificent decks of Numptia.

Rossi Navi
+39 0584 384227
info@rossinavi.it
( www.rossinavi.it )

Smeralda 77m by Hanseatic Marine

The 77m superyacht Smeralda by Hanseatic Marine and Espen Oeino is under construction and now nearing completion at Hanseatic Marine in Australia, with delivery scheduled for in spring 2012. Motor yacht Smeralda is the third and most advanced superyacht in the ground-breaking Silver Series of motor yachts designed by Espen Oeino. She is expected to deliver impressive speed and performance as a long range cruising yacht.
With the distinctive hull lines and much admired super-sleek profile of her predecessors, Smeralda is the result of further design development by the same skilled team behind the successful Silver Series. She boasts a variety of enhanced features, ranging from her technical specification to her deck layout, guest areas and interior décor.
Smeralda will deliver impressive speed and performance as a long range cruising yacht, capable of covering 4,500 nautical miles at an average 18 knots. Equipped with more powerful twin MTU main engines, Smeralda ’s top speed is anticipated to reach close to 30 knots, while retaining the extraordinary fuel efficient credentials which are intrinsic to the Silver Series concept.
Newly conceived deck spaces provide multiple areas across several levels to optimise outdoor living and entertaining, including a larger sun deck with glass-fronted jacuzzi, extensive fitted sunpads and shaded dining. Aft on the main deck, a spectacular lounging area has been created in addition to a full-size bar and a new indoor-outdoor dining area with wraparound sliding glass doors. An expanded ‘beach club’ can be found at sea level and a “touch and go” helipad is located on the foredeck.
Smeralda ’s bright contemporary interior features walnut panelling and offers a relaxed, elegant environment with extended seating in the main saloon, which is framed by large picture windows offering plenty of natural light. Spacious ensuite guest accommodation is configured across 9 cabins plus an impressively proportioned owner’s apartment with an enlarged private aft deck area configured with a generous seating plan.
The spectacular Smeralda is slated to be one of the most exciting new arrivals on the superyacht scene in 2012. Equally well suited for both private and charter enjoyment, Smeralda ’s outstanding performance capabilities and fuel efficiency lend her unrivalled scope for worldwide cruising.

( www.hanseaticmarine.eu/fileadmin/content/pdf/SMERALDA-16pp-interim-v9.pdf )

( www.hanseaticmarine.eu )

Picchiotti Galileo G

Designed by Philippe Briand, exclusively built by Picchiotti and brought to the market by Vitruvius Yachts Ltd., the Vitruvius Yachts are superyachts ranging from 44 to 73 metres. The Galileo G(55m) is the second model in this series produced by Picchiotti, the Perini Navi brand dedicated to motor yachts. On Saturday I was invited on-board this magnificent vessel for some of the first sea trials.

On board I had a chat with designer Philippe Briand, who explained that the Vitruvius series derives its name from the Roman architect Vitruvius Pollio, the first to describe the perfect proportions in architecture. Leonardo Da Vinci based his works and drawings on Pollio’s first scriptures and paid homage to him in his drawing of The Vitruvian Man. The Galileo G is a perfect example of these characteristic proportions, particularly due to its superstructure-to-hull ratio. Philippe used his extensive experience in designed sailing yachts, to come up with a highly efficient motoryacht.
Galileo G, like her sister the 50 metre Exuma, is an explorer, designed to meet its owner’s demands that she would be equipped “to go everywhere”, including the Northwest Passage, the route between the islands of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago where the Atlantic and Pacific Ocean meet. This Vitrivius was constructed in order with the guidelines for Ice Class 1B, meeting the demands for crossing the Northwest Passage.

The Galileo G was designed for 'Winterization,' a denomination that is obligatory for operating and navigating in geographical zones characterized by very low temperatures. Much of the yacht's equipment has been made in order to function at low temperaturs, and and made to prevent freezing. A good example is her clean flush foredeck, which prevents water being trapped, and consequent ice built-up. Heated winches and gaskets prevent further ice formation.

Galileo G is fitted with an Ice Belt, positioned around the waterline, especially at the stern, centre and bow, at 400mm above the waterline at full load and at 500mm under the water line at light load. This belt must be able to carry loads of up to 55t/m². Above all, the steel used in the construction is thicker (25-30% above the norm), making the structure resistant to possible collisions with floating ice.

During the presentation on Saturday, Burak Akgul, manager of the Perini Istanbul-Yildiz shipyard, pointed out that the yacht was in fact not designed to break ice, but rather be able to navigate in areas where there is the possibility of crossing areas that contain 40 cm of multiyear ice. Multiyear ice has distinct properties that distinguish it from first-year ice, based on processes that occur during the summer melt. Multiyear ice for example contains more air pockets than first-year ice.
To detect ice, Galileo G is equipped with a retractable telescopic ice-detection sonar connected to a 3D monitor in the wheelhouse. This will detect submerged and semi-submerged obstacles along the course, at a distance up to 1km.
Reinforcements on board Galileo G are strong enough to withstand high loads were used not just in the Ice Belt, but also in all of the appendages that protrude from the hull under the waterline: The rudders are fitted with ice knives, propeller blades are made out of Nibral: Nickel-Bronze-Aluminum, and her stabilizers have reinforced beams and attachment areas.
Galileo G has three tenders: one 9.5m Hurricane Zodiac tender with an aluminum hull and reinforced tubes, one 6.3m Smuggler tender, and one 4.2m rescue tender. Two Lasers and four kayaks are also on-board. The yacht’s life raft system is heated, to ensure the ability to deploy the life rafts even in freezing conditions.
One of the yachts most dominantly present features, her V-Sat Marine Antenna Seatel Cobhan 9797, has a dome diameter of 3,65m, and holds a 2,4 metre satellite dish. This ensures for hi-speed broadband internet connections on board.
Galileo G’s construction time was approximately 40 months. The contract was signed in April 2008, some 8 months after the her predecessor Exuma was signed. The third unit in the Vitruvius range, a 73 metre, is currently in built at the Perini Istanbul-Yildiz shipyard in Turkey, and will be transported to Italy early 2012 to be completed.Unfortunately photos of the yacht’s interior are not being released for now, but we can reveal that she has a beautiful Mahogany and Wengé interior, adorned with the owners personal marine life photographs.

Galileo G will be presented to the public late September at the Monaco Yacht Show.

Perini Navi
+39 0584 4241
info@perininavi.it
( www.perininavi.it )

Codecasa 42 Vintage

The well known Italian shipayard Codecasa have launched the first motor yacht Hull F73 from their newest CODECASA 42m VINTAGE yacht series on the 30th June, 2011. The Hull F73 motor yacht Codecasa 42 Vintage offers luxury accommodation to either private owners or charter guests in one Owner’s suite, two double cabins and two twin cabins, sleeping a total of 10 guest. Codecasa 42-metre Vintage superyacht, powered by two Caterpillar 3512C (1650Hp at 1800rpm), reaches a maximum speed of 17 knots and has a range of 4,000 nautical miles at a comfortable speed of 11 knots.

As a matter of fact, the new Codecasa 42 Vintage series yacht project of the historical Shipyard of Viareggio, follows known paths to mark out new roads and turns towards the past, not with the melancholic attempt to celebrate something that is lost, but rather, with the purpose of recovering a timeless style and to find in it the push to jump into the future.

Motor Yacht Codecasa 42m Vintage lines with a faintly retro taste co-exist with a forefront technology; the safety assured by last generation outfits goes together with a d’antan style that is still able to rouse new and exciting emotions; the richness of its precious materials matches with an intentionally simple and decontracté design, which is entrusted to Arch.s Della Role, with whom the Shipyard since years has developed an active co-operation

From a past age, not too far away, this new Codecasa 42m Vintage superyacht (hull F73) is taking her inspiration for her plain and traditional lines, that recall the main features of vessels that have made the history of the yachting, such as Moratti family’s mythic “Paraggina” or the equally legendary “Marlin”, owned by the Kennedys. And like these ones, perhaps, also this boat has the ambition to be one day recognized by her captivating silhouette and pointed out as the yacht that has marked the beginning of a new era in the shipbuilding and opened new boundaries in the luxury.As a reply to the slender profiles and sleek lines that have characterized (or rather standardized) the yachts of the last generation, finally on the horizon looms a boat with outlines that are temptingly firm, clean and compact. A boat that does not attack the sea but rather harmoniously combines with it.

All over on board of the new Codecasa 42 the interiors are dominated by light and by the white colors of marbles for pavements and bathrooms, but also of the lacquered wood used for wardrobes and panellings. Each pavement area is decorated with border lines of the same colour of the fabrics used in every single area of this elegant boat.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION CODECASA 42M VINTAGE SERIES

Length overall: about 42.00 meters

Beam: about 9.00 meters

Maximum draft: about 2.40 meters

Hull: High tensile Steel AH 36

Superstructure: Aluminium 5083 H111/H 321

Classification: Lloyd’s Register of Shipping X 100 A1 SSC

Mono G6 X LMC - MCA Compliance

Full load displacement: about 390 tons

Main engines: 2 Caterpillar 3512C (1650 Hp @ 1800 rpm)

Generators: 2 x 86 Kw + 1 x 69 Kw

Propellers: 2 propellers 5 fix blades “S” Class

Stabilizers: Quantum Zero Speed

Maximum speed: 17,0 Knots in the light displacement

Range: 4.000 Nautical Miles @ 11 Knots

Fuel oil capacity: about 70.000 litres

Fresh water capacity: about 14.000 litres

Guests’ cabins: 1 Owner’s Suite

2 Double bed cabins

2 Twin bed cabins

Crew cabins: 1 Captain’s cabin

3 Twin bed cabins

Codesasa
+39 0584 38 3221

( www.codecasayachts.com )

Heesen Yachts Aurelia

Aurelia is an impressively styled superyacht which draws from an entire era of racing; using a paint scheme inspired by Gulf Racing colours, with a number 10 (relating to her hull number) on her quarters.

This exterior style, created by Dobroserdov Design, was also repeated on the decal of the 14’ Castoldi tender to match the owner’s true passion for sport and racing cars.

But it’s not just Aurelia’s exterior which has been designed to mirror the owner’s passion for racing: the name that she bares is a tribute to the first ever GT Lancia Aurelia. Her racing inspired theme is also carried out throughout her Bannenberg & Rowell designed interior, naming all of the cabins after racing car designers – Bertone (orange Lamborghini), Pininfarina (red Ferrari) and Zagato (green Aston Martin).

“We gave it a pretty low level streamlined style, slightly masculine… inspired by the Dunhill cigarette lighter aesthetic.” Explains Simon Rowell from Bannenberg & Rowell.

Aurelia’s main salon has been divided in two; consisting of a dining area with a large rounded table and a lounge space with an L-shaped sofa, two designer armchairs and an ingenious fire place that uses Bio-Ethanol.

Beside the distinctive interior, Aurelia is also an exceptionally comfortable yacht onboard, especially when at anchor, enhanced only by a pair of Seakeeper gyro stabilizers that are incredibly efficient under all conditions and require no through-hull fittings.

While the other 37m vessels sport five cabins, the Owner of Aurelia wanted to offer more comfort to his guests and more space for his crew, so, working with Heesen, a guest cabin was designated for the captain and more room for the laundry area was made.

Aurelia can accommodate eight guests in four cabins. The master suite is traditionally located forward on the main deck and the three double guests cabins – all with en suite – are positioned on the lower deck.

Heesen Yachts
+31 (0) 412 66 55 44

( www.heesenyachts.nl )

Heesen Yachts Satori

Heesen Yachts had announced the delivery of superyacht Satori, the first in the new 50 metre semi-displacement class after sea trials in the North Sea. With a Gross Tonnage of 499 GT and a top speed of 24 knots she is among the world’s fastest 50 metre yachts.

It's always exciting when new standards are being set in the superyacht industry. On February 25 of this year, Heesen Yachts did just that by launching YN 15250, named Satori. With sleek lines and at 50 metres, she is one of the world's fastest vessels of this size, impressively reaching top speeds of up to 24 knots.

With the Oss, the Netherlands-based shipyard being more than experienced within the scope of 44-47 metre vessels, after launching an impressive seventeen superyachts within this range, this solid base of knowledge was used to develop a new pinnacle for the industry. Being the first in a collection of semi-custom superyachts, Satori paves the way for exciting new ventures in yachting in an eloquently balanced manner.

Combining top speed with highly economical fuel burn, Satori successfully proves eco-friendly design can go hand in hand with top performance, as she currently is the most efficient 50 metres vessel on the market. On top of that, Heesen’s formula of a widely appealing design and cost effectiveness proves to be indispensible in developing a semi-custom superyacht.

Deservedly so, her christening took place during this year's Monaco Grand Prix. By applying to be a member of Monaco's “La Belle Classe Superyacht”-certification, Satori promised to be a swift vessel, yet remaining gentle to her surroundings. This delicate balance is reflected in the vessel's name, which in Zen Buddhism refers to a sudden enlightenment being the first step to Nirvana.

With her clean lines designed by Omega Architects' Frank Laupman, her owner appointed award-winning French designer Rémi Tessier to take on her interior design. His design philosophy might be best described by Tessier himself, with luxury being an “art of providing detail without ostentation” and by “exulting the essential”. As design is in the details, Satori's interior design might seem elementary at first glance but one will inevitably dwell upon the richness in details and refinement that this vessel has to offer. Upon entering the main saloon one is immediately struck by an overall sense of tranquillity.

This serene, crystal clear atmosphere greatly enhances once one gets a chance to truly appreciate the attention of detail that has been put into this design. Satori’s well balanced elegance is immediately illustrated by the main saloon dining table. The saloon being divided into three main areas, the table can be adjusted in height to accommodate several styles of dining, which subsequently instantly changes the entire dynamic of the space. Whether set high, for more formal dining, or lowered for a more informal, lounging style of socializing, this multifunctional design points out the emphasis on balance, elegance and finesse in the vessel's design. This is a design that proves richness in detail does not necessarily results in abundance.

With an emphasis on symmetry, upon entering the main saloon from the aft deck, a semi-circular lounging sofa can be found. Being able to rotate around the central table for a full 360 degrees, either as a whole or divided into two equally sized parts, this again proves the intelligence that has been put into the design. Separated from this lounging space by a bar, the surface of which double functions as part of the lighting scheme, the central sitting area can be found. Three sleek sofas, on large placed opposite two smaller pieces, form the main ingredients for the main lounge more formal central lounge area.

With a grand master suite on the main deck and four guest cabins on the lower deck, a total of ten guests can be accommodated onboard. The lower deck guest cabins are divided into two full beam VIP cabins and two twins. The design of all cabins, and all other areas, is based on a colour palette that is all about tranquillity and balance. Consisting of whites, greys and the natural deep dark browns of lacquered wood, this palette perfectly is complimented by flowing natural light and just the right amount of reflective surfaces. One could say it takes some time to fully appreciate Satori's interior spaces, but the quality is undeniable. This design takes attention for detail to a whole different level.

Outside, guests are able to enjoy four different areas to spend time dining, lounging or simply relaxing. These social areas consist of a split-level sun deck with custom Jacuzzi, terrace and bar, a forward cockpit with U-shaped sofa and adjacent large sunbathing area, the upper aft deck dining area and the aft deck cockpit.

Heesen Yachts+31 (0) 412 66 55 44

( www.heesenyachts.nl )

77m Feadship TANGO

Royal Van Lent launched motor yacht Tango, hull #802, a giant 77.70-metre Feadship on Saturday 26 March 2011 at the Royal Van Lent yard. The 77.7m Feadship Tango has a very characteristic exterior styling, including a daring combination of a white hull with a metallic grey and blue superstructure.

Feadship Koninklijke De Vries also launched the 81m Motor Yacht AIR at their Aalsmeer shipyard in Holland on the same day. The 81-metre Air Yacht instantly becomes the largest Feadship available for charter in the world as well as being the largest yacht built by the De Vries Aalsmeer yard to date.

Both the new Feadships are full-custom superyachts built for owners with very distinctive tastes. “It is interesting to note that while other major superyacht yards are increasingly focusing on semi-custom series yachts, Feadship continues to lead the way in bespoke and entirely unique projects,” comments Francis Vermeer, head of marketing at Feadship.

“Moreover, both Feadship yards have a very healthy portfolio for the coming years with ten superyachts currently under construction ranging from 45 metres up to the latest Royal Van Lent order of 101.50 metres in length.

The historic day of launches began with a confidential project at Royal Van Lent. “We are always delighted to show the world our new yachts, and therefore are pleased that we are allowed to disclose some information about this exceptional yacht,” says Vermeer.

Hull #802, now known as yacht Tango is a textbook example of the many facets involved in a custom yacht-building project. An excellent team spirit is essential and the Royal Van Lent yard worked seamlessly with Eidsgaard Design, Feadship De Voogt Naval Architects and Edmiston & Company. The result is an exceptionally creative and innovative yacht in terms of both the exterior profile and the interior styling and layout. The yacht has a contemporary two-tone exterior: Her muscular looks are combined with signature lines that bring additional elegance to the profile.

Special features of the interior of Feadship superyacht Tango include a full beam main lounge, the location of guest accommodation on the main deck, plus a private owners’ deck. A contra flow swimming pool and a spacious sun deck with outdoor cinema are among the superlative al fresco facilities.

The Tango Yacht also pushes the window in terms of her engineering. Propelled by four engines, the yacht is capable of reaching some 21 knots. Extensive model tests and CFD program development were required to achieve this performance.

Technical specifications of Feadship Tango hull #802

Builder: Feadship – Royal Van Lent

Type: Twin screw motor yacht, steel hull and aluminum superstructure

Length overall: 77.70m 254’11”

Beam overall: 12.20m 40’0”

Draft (loaded): 3.65m 12’0”

Fuel capacity: 202,000 l 53,300 US Gallons

Fresh water capacity: 41,000 l 10,800 US Gallons

Design

Naval Architect: De Voogt Naval Architects

Exterior styling: Eidsgaard Design

Interior design: Eidsgaard Design

Propulsion

Main engines: 4x MTU 16V4000 M70, 2320 kW @ 2000rpm

Generators: 3x MTU 8V2000 M50

Stabilizers: Rolls Royce-retractable zero-speed stabilizers

Accommodation

Owner: Owner’s deck with owner’s aft deck seating, al-fresco dining accommodating fourteen people, sky lounge, owner’s hall leading to owner’s lounge with sofa bed and bathroom; owner’s study, full-beam owner’s stateroom, with his and her bathroom and dressing rooms. Main saloon and dining room seating fourteen on main deck. Private owner’s sunbathing area forward of owners cabin. Spa, contra-flow pool and massage/beauty saloon on bridge deck. Jacuzzi, dining and sunbathing area on sundeck.

Guests: Twelve guests in six guest staterooms

Crew: Twenty in ten crew cabins; two in captain’s cabin. Laundry and storage rooms on tank deck.

Water sports: 33’ and 22’ tender

( http://www.feadship.nl )

ISA 50mt Liberty

On Saturday, March 19, ISA (International Shipyards Ancona) launched the 50 metre (164ft) superyacht Liberty, the first in a series of three new 50 metre yachts currently under construction at the Italian yard. The three yachts in the 50 metre series share the same technical platform but differ in their superstructure and transom design.


Architect Andrea Vallicelli, in collaboration with ISA's in-house naval architects, designed Liberty to be a sophisticated displacement yacht. Huge volumes, great performance and low consumption are the main features of this excellent platform. Liberty's elegant exterior lines are magnified by the contrast between her metallic dark grey hull and the white superstructure.


The interior design is by Stefania Biondo dalla Casapiccola, BDC Interior Design & Décor. Twelve guests are accommodated between a master suite on the main deck, four guest cabins on the lower deck and a VIP cabin on the upper deck. The yacht accommodates 10 crew.


The yacht is powered by two MTU 12V4000 with a max power of 1,850kW at 2,000rpm. She can reach 16.8 knots at maximum speed. A pair of Quantum Zero Speed stabilizers guarantees a smooth navigation in the most severe conditions and a comfortable stay at anchor.


( www.isayachts.com )

Bilgin Yachts NOOR

Superyacht Noor is an elegant 123ft motor yacht built and released by Bilgin Yacht in 2010. The superyacht can sleep eight people on board with generous areas available on the deck. The exteriors of motor yacht Noor have been designed by the in-house team of Turkish shipyard and the interiors are done by the Italian studio Hot Lab Yacht & Design.

This custom yacht flaunts a sleek profile and is equipped with modern furniture throughout the yacht. The sun deck comprises of a dining room, flybridge, bar facing aft, huge sofa and sunbeds. A luxurious cabin designed for the owner consists of a seating area, a desk, two extra wide beds and an en-suite bathroom along with a luxury bathtub, a wide shower area with sauna and steaming room. For the guests, the shipyard has built two double cabins at the back side of the lower deck and another VIP cabin in the front area.

Noor is designed to give its guests a very comfortable cruising experience because of the use of Thassos marble and precious carpets in the interiors. Moreover, throughout the yacht except the saloon the shipyard has followed the theme of polished greige tinted oak veneer. The saloon on the main deck, however, maintains a variation in colors and materials used. This room houses urban lacquered inserts, fabric and leather panels on walls and ceilings, loose furniture of superlative standards and is dominated by dark tinted ebony. The plaited leather on the covering panels gives a touch of sobriety and luxury to this area.

Looking at the exteriors, one would find a dining area designed next to the main saloon. The upper and the lower decks are linked using a stunning staircase. A galley is constructed on the left side and in front of this place is the full beam owner’s cabin.

The bridge deck of Noor consists of a unique formal dining room which is positioned half a level above the semi-open wheelhouse. This large and open layout consists of a huge skylight set above the table which can accommodate 8 guests. In addition to all the amenities, the guests can unwind in this room which offers a beautiful view of the outside from the sliding doors of the upper aft deck or can even take a look at the captain working in the wheelhouse.

Short Specifications of motor yacht NOOR

TYPE: three decks semi-planning motor yacht
EXTERIOR DESIGN AND ENGINEERING: By yard
INTERIOR DESIGN: Hot Lab Yacht & Design
LENGHT L.O.A.: m. 37.00 – 120.00 ft
MAXIMUM BEAM: m. 7.50 – 24.50 ft
DRAFT m.: 1.40
DISPLACEMENT approx.: tons 170
DISPLACEMENT full loaded: tons 210
HULL CONSTRUCTION: Wood
SUPERSTRUCTURE: Wood
CLASSIFICATIONS: RINA MALTA CROSS1.1.A MCA Compliant
ENGINES: 2 X MTU 2400 Power 2400 hp each
MAXIMUM speed half loaded: knots 24
CRUISING speed: knots 20
FUEL tank capacity Lt. 30.000
FRESH water tank capacity Lt. 6.800
GUEST CABINS 4 ( + 4 bathrooms)
Head on the upper deck
CREW 3 crew cabins (6 berths)
Hot Lab : yacht & design
Via Cevedale, 7
20158 Milano – Italy
T. +39.0240093293
F. +39.02700509446

( www.bilginyacht.com )

Oceanco Seven Seas 86mt

Leading Dutch shipyard Oceanco has announced the official delivery of the 86m superyacht Seven Seas; proudly presented to her new owner one month ahead of schedule.


Superyacht Seven Seas is a yacht of impressive stature and design, built under the project name Y706 and launched in the latter days of 2010. Oceanco’s Y700 range includes such magnificent yachts as Amevi, Alfa Nero, Anastasia, Vibrant Curiosity and Sunrays – standing testament to the shipyards expertise in yacht building.

Through working in collaboration with designers Nuvolari & Lenard, Azure Naval Architects and the Wright Maritime Group, Oceancohas created a vessel of unrivalled beauty and luxury. Catering to the owner’s rather particular specifications, Oceanco equipped Seven Seas’ main salon with a professional projection system and a 5m x 2m cinema screen which, coupled with two rows of raked seating, will transform into a screening theatre. Seven Seas also boasts a vast 250m2 area, offering the perfect opportunity for al fresco dining or hosting a black tie gala.

Another amazing feature is a projector which blasts a crystal clear image onto the glass wall of the aft infinity pool, allowing her owner to view the latest movies whilst taking a swim.

Ranked number 46 in the Superyachts.com Top 100 Largest Yachts in the World, Seven Seas pairs the capability of reaching a top speed of 20 knots through dual 4,680hp MTU engines and the exquisite interior design of Molly Isaksen Interiors for both performance and comfort.

Seven Seas can comfortably accommodate 12 guests in 4 guest suites and 2 VIP suites, alongside offering a luxurious and expansive owner’s stateroom with study, owner’s lounge, lobby and private exterior deck area with whirlpool.

Oceanco has also announced the expansion of their facilities to accommodate the construction of 100m+ yachts in the future.

Specifications of SEVEN SEAS yacht

Builder Oceanco

Type Steel Hull and aluminum superstructure

Length overall 86m / 282.15ft

Beam overall 14.20 / 46.59ft

Propulsion

Engine 2 x 4,680hp / 3,492kW MTU 16V 595 TE 70

Maximum speed 20 knots

Classification X100 A1 SSC Yacht (P) MONO G6 XLMC UMS

MCA Large Commercial Yacht Code (LY2)

Accommodation

Owner Master Suite, study, owner’s lounge, lobby and private exterior deck area with whirlpool

Guests 4 Guest suites + 2 VIP suites

Design

Naval architect Oceanco / Azure Naval Architects

Exterior designer Nuvolari & Lenard

Interior designer Nuvolari & Lenard

Interior decorator Molly Isaksen Interiors

Delivery 2010

Photography Flying Focus

Owner’s representative Wright Maritime Group

( http://www.oceancoyacht.com )