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Sea Trialed: Jongert 3900 motoryacht "Lucia-M"​

Wieringerwerf – The technical sea trials of MY Lucia-M, the first Jongert 3900MY, "went very well", according to a spokesperson for the yard. "Especially the way in which the yacht maneuvers, at all speeds, was remarkable."This yacht weighing over 200 metric tons maneuvers like a runabout."​

The sea trials were held on the IJsselmeer (the Old Dutch inner sea) and the North Sea. ‘The combination of propellers, rudders, their mutual positioning and shape of the underwater vessel is ideal for all speeds’, explains a spokesman who held the rudder during the sea trials. ‘Executing a Williamson Turn at a speed of 29 knots is easy. Even at that speed you are always in full control. After a so-called “crash-stop” the yacht stops within three ships lengths and that from a speed of 15 meters per second...

Nearing launch: Filippetti 30-meter "Biscuit"​

The project stems from two factors: the thirty-year experience of Filippetti family, now driving a new shipyard that builds unique and high quality craftsmanship boats, and the interiors styling bearing the signature of Hot Lab Studio.

The construction of 'Biscuit 95', initially assigned to a shipyard in Calabria - Italy, was subsequently intrusted to Filippetti Yacht in Mondolfo (PU), where the yacht was delivered in January 2010 to be refitted and completed. Filippetti Yacht was involved in the construction of the superstructure, painting and assembly of all components of the boat: engines and steels up to the whole furniture. For the interior design, Hot Lab Studio has provided a constant and valuable advice with the aim to give the yacht an elegant and refined style.

Biscuit 95' will have two decks and a sunbathing area...

Palmer Johnson Lauches First 170' MegaSport​

Palmer Johnson earlier today launched the first of three 170’s for a repeat client. “This significant launch certainly cements Palmer Johnson’s Sportyacht concept by passing the 50 meter benchmark and further confirms the appeal of the Sportyacht genre .” said company President Mike Kelsey. The PJ 170 will be the largest Sportyacht built. PJ-501 as she is known will cruise the Mediterranean over the coming months and will join the other Nuvolari-Lenard designed Sportyachts that the company has produced since 2004...

Westport launches Composite 43m Cutter​

Westport’s launch of the Global Response Cutter (GRC-43) from its composite patrol vessel series (CPV) represents a significant milestone while marking a return to the company’s commercial roots. The composite GRC-43 offers many advantages to the world’s Coast Guards and Navy’s over aluminum and steel builds, including but not limited to superior weight to strength/distinct thermal advantages/non-corrosive properties while in parallel significantly reducing maintenance costs/increasing operational on station time, and life cycles of the patrol vessels.

The GRC43 was built/modeled to the US Coast Guard requirements using American Bureau of Shipbuilding (ABS) rules for high speed craft. The program’s intent is to offer a series built patrol vessel to US agencies, (Navy/Coast Guard/Special Operations/Homeland Security) and foreign military...

The Vendée Globe, fundamentally a very simple concept, is a race around the world - a marathon of more than 24000 miles of ocean racing, alone on a 60 foot yacht, non-stop, and without any outside assistance...

Codecasa launches 65-meter "Lady Lau"​

Codecasa has successfully launched another yacht. The Italian builder's latest launch is the 65-meter "Lady Lau". She features all white with black masked window paint treatment across her 5 decks. There is a more than generous 11.20-meter beam and a 3.70-meter draft.

Her steel hull and aluminum superstructure combine to give her a displacement of approximately 825 tonnes. Even at this weight, her 2 X CAT 3516 B engines are slated to give her a 17 knot top speed. Lady Lau is expected to have an economical range of 5,000 NM at approximately 12 knots.

On the interior Lady Lau's various public spaces have been styled and decorated differently. The owner wants to entertain and saw the necessity to have a multiplicity of styled atmospheres for his foreign guests. There is extensive use of mahogany and marble in the guest rooms...

Codecasa launches 45S "Framura 2"​

Italian yacht builder Codecasa has recently launched their latest yacht. She is the first 45S which is a continuation from the 35 and 41-meter lines respectively. Her hull number in construction was F.72 and she has now been christened "Framura 2".

Framura 2 has a design penned by Andre Bacigalupo and an interior developed by Anna Maria and Franco Della Role. She was built mostly in aluminum, that is, the hull and superstructure. There is a maximum beam of 8.50-meters and a draft of 1.50-meters and all together she weighs near 190-tonnes.

She carries 3 MTU 16V 2000 M93 engines which produce 2400 Horsepower each @ 2400 RPM. Framura 2 has a top speed near 32 knots in light displacement mode and cruises near 28 knots. A range of 450-NM can be expected at cruising speeds. On the interior, there are 2 X VIP, 2 X Twin and an Owner's Cabin for the guests...

Big Fish Lights Up Auckland With Launch Celebrations​

Auckland, New Zealand - The City of Sails was transformed into the City of Lights for two nights May 21st and 22nd by fantastic laser shows in Auckland's Viaduct in celebration of the completion of "Big Fish". The events included two evening parties complete with fashion shows, dancers, traditional Maori Haka performances and live music, and a day-long party for shipyard workers and their families.

The launch celebrations culminate more than three years of design, engineering and construction of 45 meter Big Fish, the first motor superyacht built in New Zealand. It also represents the largest yacht project yet at New Zealand's McMullen & Wing Shipyard, and the premier launch from Aquos Yachts, which is taking Big Fish and a series of planned sisterships to the global yacht and charter markets...

Lurssen launches 60-meter "Katie Sue II"​

German super yacht builder Lurssen has launched a third yacht in a 60-meter series called "Katie Sue II". This 60-meter yacht has been designed by Espen Oeino and has an interior penned by Glade Johnson. Her near sisters are "Linda Lou" and "Arkley" and she can be easily recognized by her vertical main mast.

Katie Sue II will have the capability to be a globe trotting yacht, with a range of over 7,000 NM at 12 knots and a maximum speed of around 15,5 knots. After final works and sea trials Katie Sue II will be readied for delivery for use by her owner in the Summer of 2010. Lurssen has another 60-meter yacht of this series code-named "Coco" for delivery in 2011.

For more information:

Lurssen,
Fr. Lurssen Werft GmbH & Co...

Hakvoort launches 39-meter "Pretty Woman"​

Dutch yacht builder Hakvoort successfully launched their latest yacht at the end of May, 2010. She was represented by the yard number 245 while under construction. "Pretty Woman" features construction in steel and aluminum. Naval Architecture was done by Azure Naval Architects.

Her exterior lines are sinuous and were developed by Cor D Rover. Her lightly flared bow to gentle sweeping curves to the dominance of large squared windows, they all characterize the work by Cor D Rover. On the inside, Michela Reverberi formulated the styling.

Pretty Woman has been designed to serve in the charter business being able to host guests in four double cabins on the lower deck. A full-beam master stateroom is available forward on the main deck. After she is completed she will be delivered to her owner for the Summer period...

ISA launches 60-meter "Mary Jean II"​

Italian luxury yacht builder ISA successfully launched their latest project. She is a 60-meter long displacement yacht christened "Mary Jean II". She features a deep Aristo Blue hull and Oyster White superstructure with black tinted windows. She stretches up to 12-meters overall in beam and has black underwater hull.

Built from steel and aluminum, Mary Jean II will have an expected maximum speed of 17 knots, made possible by 2 X CAT 3512C DITA-SCAC Marine Diesels. She can accommodate guests and crew alike in a comfortable and luxurious atmosphere thanks to a contemporary Mark Berryman styled interior design. Contrasting deep Wenge' pops on the light colored teak, further accented by colorful artwork and throw cushions.

Mary Jean II is scheduled to be delivered to her owner(s) in early July and will be displayed at this year's upcoming Monaco Yacht Show (MYS), 2010...

Ferretti Custom Line launches first 124-footer​

On a sunny, late spring morning Italian yard Custom Line, a member of the Ferretti Group, launched the first unit of their 124’ hull model using the travel-lift system at the Ferretti Group facility in Ancona. The 37.8m Custom Line 124 is the new flagship of the Custom Line planing fleet.

"We are very proud of our 'new arrival' and particularly excited about today, which marks the beginning of renewed, further growth for Custom Line”, commented Marco Segato, Custom Line Brand Manager. “A further two units of the 124’ have already been sold, and are currently being built at the Ancona facility, confirming the market’s positive response to this new model, which we will be presenting, as a world première, at the upcoming Festival de la Plaisance in Cannes...

New Launch: Mulder 92 Flybridge​

Following on the recent deliveries of a Mulder 68 Convertible and a Mulder 68 Wheelhouse, Mulder Shipyard has delivered a brand-new Mulder 92 Flybridge. This lovely all-aluminum superyacht is currently on its way to the Mediterranean, where she will initially be berthed on the Cote d’Azur. The project was commissioned by a client who has spent the last few years sailing a Mulder 76 Flybridge from its home berth in Turkey.

This new flagship of the Mulder fleet is blessed with classic Mulder lines and has a modern interior, finished in premium quality mahogany with a wealth of light tints. The large lounge has a spacious relaxation zone and a dining table for eight. Separated from the lounge, the wheelhouse has comfortable seating for the crew and offers access to the galley, day head and below deck accommodations.

On the lower deck is a spacious owner’s stateroom with walk-in closet and generous bathroom...

Palmer Johnson launches PJ150-foot "Vantage"​

American yacht builder Palmer Johnson launched their latest 150-foot luxury yacht called "Vantage". Vantage represents the seventh yacht in the PJ150 sport series to be launched. She can trace her roots to the highly successful PJ120 sport series which progressed to a larger platform featuring similar styling.

Vantage features a rich light cream hull and deep anthracite accents on the superstructure. On the inside, the interior is eclectic in nature involving a mixture of quality and prized materials. The colour theme is deep in contrast to each other much like the paint scheme. Deep and dark dyes are used in contrast to light and washed materials.

Vantage retains similar statistics like her sisters and features twin MTU 16V 4000 M90 Marine Diesels fed by 40,000 LT capacity fuel tanks. Her construction is welded aluminum with some composite accent pieces...

Heesen launches 37-meter "Willpower"​

Heesen's latest yacht was recently launched and is another member of the successful 3700 series. "Willpower" is hull number 14537 and much like her other sisters in the series features similar statistics. She features twin MTU engines rated at 3,646 HP each. In the process, a maximum speed of 31 knots is expected.

Willpower's 2 × MTU 16V 4000 M90 engines will also give her a range of over 2,000 NM when cruising economically at 12 knots. This 37-meter is 7.50-meters wide overall and has a 2.20-meter draft at half load. Her half load displacement is about 150 tons. Willpower is currently for sale pending completion.

For more information:

Heesen Yachts,
Rijnstraat 2,
5347 KL Oss,
The Netherlands...

Benetti launches 145-foot "My Sisa"​

"My Sisa", the fifteenth model of the Benetti Vision line, a semi-displacement yacht with a length of 45 meters, hit the water at the end of April. The yacht, belonging to the Benetti semi-custom range, was built for private use and is destined to sail Mediterranean waters. My Sisa is characterized by the personality of its owner as well as by the considerable technical-constructive capacity of the Italian brand. Hospitality and conviviality are this yacht's key words, for which the owner requested five guest cabins: three large VIP cabins and two guest cabins, in addition to the master's suite.

Absolute convenience is guaranteed by the modern lift connecting all four decks, including the sun deck...

Launched: 50.09-meter Sea Axe "Oberon"​

The launch of Oberon, the first SEA AXE, points toward an exciting future for Fast Yacht Support vessels. A 50-meter vessel purpose-built to provide round-the-clock service and support for a superyacht, SEA AXE 5009 Oberon is capable of traveling comfortably at high speeds in almost any sea state, thanks to the patented design of her AXE BOW.

With a top speed of 28 knots, this is the first vessel in the Fast Yacht Support market to make use of the AXE BOW, and Oberon is already in active service around the Mediterranean. AMELS' managing director Rob Luijendijk explained the appeal of such a vessel for superyacht owners. "Space on board the mother ship is at a premium," he said...