65m Heesen FDHF yacht YN 16465′s superstructure and hull joined

January 27, 2012
Heesen Yachts are proud to announce that last year, in December, 2011 the hull and the superstructure of the 65m YN 16465 Heesen FDHF superyacht were joined together. The construction of the hull and superstructure of Heesen YN 16465 yacht started in December 2011 at the facility in Oss, and marked the culmination of years of meticulous planning.

FDHF superyacht YN 16465 - Photo Justin Ratcliffe

FDHF superyacht YN 16465 - Photo Justin Ratcliffe

Frank Laupman, from Omega Architects, who are responsible for the exterior design, was delighted: “Being able to see the joining of the hull and superstructure is a great thing for me – who drew the first sketch that was just some 40cm long. Today I can finally see that the lines I sketched on paper more than two years ago, work in reality.”

65m FDHF YN 16465 superyacht under construction at Heesen Yachts - Photo credit to Justin Ratcliffe

65m FDHF YN 16465 superyacht under construction at Heesen Yachts - Photo credit to Justin Ratcliffe

The revolutionary Fast Displacement Hull Form (FDHF) was developed by Van Oossanen and Associates and  was very keen to see the results of their work: “It is always exciting to see a project materialize. However, on a project like this, of this size, with so much effort put in the development prior to construction, it is three times the excitement. To see the high level of quality Heesen has put in the hull construction, and it being combined with the superstructure for the first time, is very thrilling.”

Heesen Yachts 65m FDHF superyacht YN16465 - Photo credit Dick Holthuis

Heesen Yachts' 65m FDHF superyacht YN16465 - Photo credit Dick Holthuis

The FDHF uses innovative techniques in the construction of its decks, bulkheads and part of the superstructure plating. 300mm wide extruded aluminium plates are welded together using a ‘friction-stir’ technique to form huge plates 2,5 metres by 12 metres in size. Essentially this means the plates are welded together without adding welding material: this method, developed by NASA, has the enormous benefit of creating less heat during the welding process. The result is a large plate with uniform mechanical properties and much fairer and smoother construction. As ever, the famously high quality Heesen building process begins at the very first rung of construction.

65m Heesen FDHF yacht YN 16465 - Dick Holthuis

65m Heesen FDHF yacht YN 16465 - Dick Holthuis

Dickie Bannenberg of Bannenberg and Rowell Design, responsible for the interior design of the 65m motor yacht YN 16465 comments: “Looking at the metal work you can sense the precision at the yard and see the result of immaculate teamwork. Even sitting in the water in bare metal, the yacht exudes speed and intent. We can’t wait for our interior to go in.”

Heesen Yachts' YN 16465 65m FDHF superyacht - Photo credit to Dick Holthuis

Heesen Yachts' YN 16465 65m FDHF superyacht - Photo credit to Dick Holthuis

When combined with sophisticated naval architecture, the improved construction techniques result in a vessel that is 30% more efficient than a round-bilge motor yacht. The Heesen 65m FDHF superyacht’s advanced design combining a narrow beam with a specific hull form results in a very low wave profile over the entire speed range, while also improving its sea-keeping and manoeuvrability. This provides a very positive impact on the cost of running the yacht, as well as the lowering of its environmental footprint due to reduced engine emissions.

Heesen Yachts - FDHF motor yacht YN 16465 FDHF - Photo credit Justin Ratcliffe

Heesen Yachts - FDHF motor yacht YN 16465 FDHF - Photo credit Justin Ratcliffe

Fabio Ermetto, Sales and Marketing Director at Heesen Yachts sums up the project: “Heesen Yachts is well known in the yachting industry for being a shipyard that likes challenges. We are proud to be the first shipyard to build a yacht featuring this innovative hull configuration, the Fast Displacement Hull Form by Van Oossanen, which is the perfect platform for creating a new luxury yacht in which increased performance and reduced environmental impact begin with the hull design. It is very exciting, one year after the keel laying ceremony, to see that the project is taking shape!”
65m Heesen FDHF superyacht YN 16465 is now in the outfitting stage in the enlarged and renewed dry dock in shed no. 5 at the Heesen facility in Oss, the Netherlands. Her delivery is scheduled for June 2013. Join in the excitement and buzz surrounding YN 16465 and the FDHF by watching the time lapse “making of” movie as well as the documentary showcasing the joining of hull and superstructure on the Heesen YouTube channel.
Main characteristics
Hull type: Aluminium
Naval Architect: Van Oossanen – Heesen Yachts
Exterior Designer: Omega Architects
Classification: ABS X A1 Yachting Service X AMS Large Yacht Code LY2 / MCA
Hull material: Aluminium
Superstructure material: Aluminium
Dimensions
Length over all: 65,00 metres
Beam over all: 11,40 metres
Draft propellers max.: 3,05 metres
Displacement (50% load): 550 tons (approx.)
Technical details
Speed maximum (half load): 27,0 knots
Speed cruising (half load): 24,0 knots (at approx 75% engine power output)
Range at 14 knots: 4.500 Nm
Classification
ABS X A1 Commercial Yachting Service X AMS
Large Yacht Code 2
Guests: 12
Crew: 13 (including captain)
Fuel capacity: 90,0 m3
Fresh water 30,0 m3
Fresh Water capacity: 30,0 m3
Main engines: 2 x MTU 20V4000M93L, each developing 4.170kW at 2100 rpm
Gearboxes: 2x ZF 23560
Propulsion: Stainless steel shafts with 5 blade fixed pitch props
Stabilisation (at zero speed): 5x Seakeeper gyroscopes, M21000

David Schor, a wonderful marine artist with an exceptional talent

January 27, 2012

Every day we publish articles that talk about wonderful and unique luxury yachts from around the globe, describing some of them in the smallest of details, yet very seldom do we talk about the art that has been chosen to give that special touch and personal feel to the vessels, that many times represent the second home to the Owners. A wonderful art will make even the most discern charter guests feel right at home. We are not going to talk about any private or charter yacht in particular, but an artist that captures the beauty of the sea and the emotions of sailing. David Schor is an artist who has created thousands of paintings for clients from around the world, with a variety that only few artists can produce.

Cliffs of Cap d'Ail - painted by David Schor

Cliffs of Cap d'Ail - painted by David Schor

David Schor has created a number of beautiful paintings depicting sailing or motor yachts, as well as original portraits of yacht Owner’s, Captains and their families. In addition he has been commissioned by such seagoing organisations as the Windjammer Barefoot Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean Cruise Line.

Key West Sunset - painted by David Schor

Key West Sunset - painted by David Schor

David Schor’s painting of ‘Sailing and all things Nautical’ captures the emotion of sailing in a manner unique to the artist. He and his wife, Olga, lived with their son on their sailboat, The Second Wind, after the Hurricane Andrew destroyed their Miami home and previous sailboat in 1993.

Man and his Toy - painted by David Schor

Man and his Toy - painted by David Schor

The artist and his wife spend majority of their time travelling around Europe and throughout the USA. Most of the time David works ‘on-location’, creating fabulous work for clients from varied places, such as Italy, France, Norway, England, Germany and Australia.

Polynesia of St Kitts Sunset - painted by David Schor

Polynesia of St Kitts Sunset - painted by David Schor

His extensive list of clients is the testament to the work that only David is able to bring to any home, organisation or a superyacht interior. He captures the needs of his clients, then he goes to work until he is satisfied that he has been able to capture the essence of the subject.

Battling the Sea - painted by David Schor

Battling the Sea - painted by David Schor

His work may be found in many prestigious homes and organisations worldwide, public places as well as on luxury yachts, magazines, books, newspaper articles and on television.

Chased - painted by David Schor

Chased - painted by David Schor

David’s latest recognition is found on the cover of the magazine titled ‘Journal of Avian Medicine and Surgery’. His subject, Jeremiah, an exotic bird, is perched on a branch and surrounded by such beautiful colours as only David can create. Animals, people, landscapes, families at play or combination of all, are David’s specialities.

Right at You - painted by David Schor

Right at You - painted by David Schor

Approximately five years ago, he was commissioned to create a painting of Castello De Vachan to commemorate the anniversary of the signing of the League of Nations. A copy of the painting now hangs in the Castello de Vachan in San Remo, Italy (The original being in London at the client’s home).

Many of the USA’s  YMCA’s have copies of the Four Values, original paintings that David was commissioned to create for the national YMCA of the USA. Each painting depicts a value by telling a story . The originals are the property of the YMCA and were published as Limited Editions.

Ahead - painted by David Schor

Ahead - painted by David Schor

Rotary International, in a similar fashion, commissioned the artist to create stories with his brush, and so he also made it possible for Rotarians around the world to see their valuable work through Limited Editions of the paintings. The Rotary International’s Four Values are now the property of this well known organization. These are just a few of the public works of artist David Schor.

Artist at work - Image courtesy of David Schor

Artist at work - Image courtesy of David Schor

For those interested to know more about David’s work and talk to this wonderful artist:

DoRealArt@Gmail.com
Ph: 786-443-3705
Ph: 1800-705 1217
The extensive list of clients includes

Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce, The Jaguar Car Collection, Miami Childrens Hospital, YMCA of the USA, Johnson and Wales University, Homestead Florida and Its Major League Training Complex, Greater Miami YMCA (Official Artist), The University of Miami Hall of Fame, Norwegian Caribbean Cruise Lines, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, Casa De La Paz, St. Augustine Florida, Key Lyme Sailing Club, Key Largo, Florida, Private Collectors worldwide (unnamed for reasons of confidentiality) and many more …


2012 RORC Caribbean 600 yacht race with start on 20th February

January 27, 2012

With less than one month to go, to the fourth edition of the RORC Caribbean 600, the Royal Ocean Racing Club’s 2012 programme starts with a sensational cast in Antigua. The RORC Caribbean 600 is a truly international affair, with well over 500 competitors from at least 24 different nations taking part. More than 30 beautiful yachts are expected to participate in a high-speed, action-packed yacht race around 11 Caribbean islands.

Setting off from Antigua in the 2011 RORC Caribbean 600 Credit Tim WrightPhotoaction.com

Setting off from Antigua in the 2011 RORC Caribbean 600 Credit: Tim Wright/Photoaction.com

There can be few sporting events that can boast such a worldwide appeal with sailors taking part from all over the world including: Antigua, Australia, Austria, Canada, Cayman Islands, Croatia, France, Germany, Great Britain, Holland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Malta, New Zealand, Norway, Puerto Rico, Russia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, St. Lucia, Trinidad & Tobago, Turkey and the United States of America.

This astounding diversity of nationalities is matched only by the astonishingarray of yachts and personalities. The largest yacht competing this year is the magnificent sailing yacht Hetairos with a waterline length of 200′. Hetairos superyacht is the world’s largest carbon composite sailing yacht. The 29 crew on board is composed of many Volvo Ocean Race, America’s Cup and Jules Verne around the world veterans. The luxury yacht Hetairos is among the favourites to take line honours, but there are several other yachts more than capable of finishing in front.

67m Sailing yacht Hetairos - Credit Baltic Yachts

67m Sailing yacht Hetairos - Credit Baltic Yachts

In 2011 American George David skippered Rambler 100 yacht to smash the monohull course record, taking line honours and overall victory. David’s team is back, this time with the Reichel Pugh 90, Rambler yacht and they are unlikely to give up the title without a fight. The Spanish Volvo 70, Gran Jotti will be dwarfed by the super yacht Hetairos, but the former Telefonica Black has a venomous turn of speed and is quite capable of out pacing the entire fleet. On board there is a huge wealth of talent in the form of Spanish America’s Cup and Volvo Ocean Race sailors. These three are likely to be contenders for line honours, but overall victory under IRC is far more difficult to predict. A hot contender is Niklas Zennstrom’s Judel/Vrolijk 72 Rán yacht, which will be making its debut in the RORC Caribbean 600.

Rán navigator, Steve Hayles is one of the world’s most experienced offshore sailors but this will be the first time he has tackled the intricate course around the central Caribbean, “For me it’s very refreshing to tackle a new race and the Caribbean 600 is a real fascination,” explained Hayles. “It’s unlike any other offshore race in that the average leg is only about 40 miles and for a navigator there is a lot to consider. Normally, a race is all about the weather and strategy but in addition to all that, this race takes you back to the basic problem of navigating around so many rocks and islands. Looking through all the legs, there is a broad mixture of sailing angles; there is a fair bit of reaching, but it is wrong to think that is not a challenge, especially with the speed sensitivity of modern high-performance boats. The course is more like a whole stream of complex coastal races. I have to say that it is a pretty unique race.”

Niklas Zennstrom's JudelVrolijk 72 Rán Credit Jody Sallons DayAntigua Sailing Week

Niklas Zennstrom's JudelVrolijk 72 yacht Rán Credit: Jody Sallons Day/Antigua Sailing Week

A dazzling variety of yachts crewed by some of the world’s finest will be racing this year. However, not all of the competitors are seasoned professionals. One of the smallest yachts competing this year is J/39 Sleeper, which will be raced two-handed by a father and son team. Jonty Layfield and son Jack are both RORC members and hale from Brighton, UK.

Last year with a full crew, Jonty’s won class at Antigua Sailing Week, “Sailing Two-Handed with my son, I don’t expect to be very competitive, we are not going to go flat out but treat the race more like a delivery trip,” admitted Jonty. “I have raced double-handed with my son back in England and I have been sailing with Jack since he was about five years old, we are more like friends than father and son. The great thing about sailing is that you have to get on with it; you can’t have any histrionics. Jack is working in Brazil at the moment and the RORC Caribbean 600 is a great way to spend a few days together.”

Close duels are expected right through the fleet, none more so than in the Class 40s where a hard fought and close encounter is expected. Tradewind sailing provides perfect conditions for Class 40s, with long reaches and downwind legs, these pocket rockets are capable of surfing at speeds of up to 25 knots. Peter Harding’s 40 Degrees yacht has Hannah Jenner as skipper, the only female to skipper the Clipper Round the World Race.

Hannah Jenner on Peter Harding's 40 Degrees in the 2011 Transat Jacque Vabre Credit Alexis Courcoux

Hannah Jenner on Peter Harding's 40 Degrees yacht in the 2011 Transat Jacque Vabre Credit: Alexis Courcoux

Hannah was in fine form last year, gaining a podium position in the Class 40 Transat Jacques Vabre, “Antigua is a beautiful place to start the season with some winter sunshine and I have heard that Antigua Yacht Club provides a great party!” smiled Hannah. ” The race course has plenty of activity with sail changes and the competition should be really close. Making the right tactical decisions will also be very important if we are to be the fastest Class 40 around the track. I am really looking forward to the race.”

RORC Chief Executive Eddie Warden Owen believes that the RORC Caribbean 600 is especially attractive to larger yachts, however the ethos of the club maintains equal status to every participant.  “A wide spectrum of yachts and competitors has decided that this is an event that is not to be missed. The club is delighted that people from all over the world want to take part. There is a mixture of world class sailors and corinthian enthusiasts, but they all have one thing in common, a passion for offshore racing.”

“This average length of yacht for this year’s entry is over 70′. When the Royal Ocean Racing Club started this race in 2009, we felt it would appeal to larger yachts and that has proved to be the case. This year we have a significant number of Racing Maxis, Super Yachts and Spirit of Tradition yachts. However, every yacht competing in the RORC Caribbean 600 is governed by the same set of rules. All of the competitors receive a warm welcome from the Antigua Yacht Club, regardless of their finish time or place. Since 1925, The Royal Ocean Racing Club has promoted offshore racing for all and in many ways the RORC Caribbean 600 typifies that cause.”

Marina Ibiza – a New Overmarine Group Mangusta site of its Balearic headquarters

January 27, 2012

One of the world’s most prominent lines in yachts, Overmarine Group Mangusta, has chosen Marina Ibiza as the site of its Balearic headquarters, to be run by Michl Marine, the brand’s exclusive distributor in the islands. The philosophy of Overmarine Group is to work with the best in the business; and that’s why they have chosen Marina Ibiza as the perfect location for presenting and displaying their large yachts.

Marina Ibiza - a New Overmarine Group Mangusta site of its Balearic headquarters

Marina Ibiza - a New Overmarine Group Mangusta site of its Balearic headquarters

Marina Ibiza is participating for the next several days in ‘Boot Düsseldorf 2012′ along with the Overmarine Group and Michl Marine.

New Overmarine Group Mangusta site of its Balearic headquarters run by Michl Marine

The New Overmarine Group Mangusta site of its Balearic headquarters run by Michl Marine

In a show of support of the Italian boatyards and their distributor in the Balearic Islands, Marina Ibiza has shared in the building, and is sharing in the manning, of the group’s stand at the Düsseldorf boat show, which is on from 21 to 29 January in the German city.

2012 Marina Conference to be sponsored again by Walcon

January 27, 2012

Walcon Marine will once again be sponsoring the 2012 Marina Conference organised by the British Marine Federation. The annual event is a possibility for delegates from companies working in the construction, management and operation of marinas from all over the country and overseas to meet for two days and update and share their knowledge via a series of seminars, workshops and networking events. Non-members are also very welcome. In 2011 the event was visited by 135 delegates from seven countries including the Netherlands, Germany and Portugal.

Walcon Marine - the leading designer, manufacturer and installer of marinas and harbour facilities

Walcon Marine - the leading designer, manufacturer and installer of marinas and harbour facilities

This year the topics being covered will include branding, customer retention strategies, legislative updates and business improvements, and there will be a boat tour of Chichester Harbour and its various marinas. The after dinner speaker will be the inspirational Olly Rofix, who last year sailed single-handed around Britain with the objective of recruiting 40 donors to aid leukaemia sufferers, of which he was one himself.

“We look forward to welcoming friends old and new to the 2012 Walcon-sponsored Marina Conference,” said Clive Kemp, Walcon Marine‘s Commercial Director. “This annual gathering is the leading event in the marina industry’s calendar and packs a lot into two days. It presents a great opportunity for the delegates to be updated on the latest changes and developments in our industry, and the dinner is always enjoyed by all.”

The conference will be held from the 25th to 26th April at Hayling Island, near Portsmouth.

Sergio Cutolo’s Hydro Tec designed Superyachts O’Pati, Prima and Talisman C nominated for the World Superyacht Awards

January 26, 2012

Three beautiful superyachts designed by Sergio Cutolo’s Hydro Tec studio have been nominated for the prestigious World Superyacht Awards – the ‘Oscar’ of the Superyacht sector. The Sergio Cutolo vessels include the motor yacht TALISMAN C, PRIMA and charter yacht O’PATI. The awards’ ceremony will be held on 5th  May, 2012 in the magical city of Istanbul, Turkey at the luxurious Çırağan Palace Kempinski.

Designer Sergio Cutolo - Hydro Tec

Naval Architect Sergio Cutolo - Hydro Tec

The seventh edition of the World Superyacht Awards 2012 is the award that the Superyacht industry assigns to the best superyachts built in 2011 from shipyards all around the world. Not more than 10% of the 500+ yachts bigger than 100’, that have been built in 2011,  were admitted to the award finals in Istanbul and three of these are those whose technical project was signed by Sergio Cutolo.

The three yachts are competing in three different categories: in the category “Displacement Motor Yacht of 1,300GT to 2,999GT” the Talisman C superyacht built by Proteksan is competing; in the category “Displacement Motor Yacht of 500GT to 1,299GT” the yacht Prima by Palumbo Shipyard was selected and finally in the category “Two-deck & Open Semi-displacement or Planing Motor Yachts” is willing to win the motor yacht O’Pati the fast open yacht by Golden Yachts.

Motor Yacht Talisman C - Image courtesy of Proteksan Turquoise

Motor Yacht Talisman C - Image courtesy of Proteksan Turquoise

TALISMAN C superyacht

Superyacht Talisman C is the spectacular steel and light alloy 70 metre M/Y built by the turkish yard Proteksan Turquoise that showed performance superior to expectations and it is the biggest to come out of this most successful Turkish yard to date. Sergio Cutolo’s Hydro Tec have been responsible for all the engineering and technical design of this new yacht (hull design, structural design, propulsion design, equipment engineering). This the third Proteksan M/Y that Sergio Cutolo has worked  on after the successfully projects Vinidrea II and charter yacht Camaleon B.

Sergio Cutolo - Columbus 177 motor yacht Prima

Sergio Cutolo - Columbus 177 motor yacht Prima - Image courtesy of Palumbo Shipyard

Motor Yacht PRIMA

Motor Yacht “Prima” is the biggest motoryacht ever built in centre-south of Italy and is part of the Columbus range from Palumbo shipyard. She is a steel and aluminium 54 m motoryacht with a full displacement of 700t, a maximum speed of 18 knots and six staterooms including the full beam Owner’s cabin with balcony and VIP cabin on the bridge deck, as well as 12 crew berths plus Captain’s cabin. Prima was built in compliance with the Rules of ABS and she is suitable for unrestricted navigation with following class notation Maltese Cross A1, Yachting Service, UMS. She also obtained RINA Green plus as an additional notation class.

Charter Yacht O’PATI

The third finalist yacht is the 39 metre superyacht O’Pati (previously known under the project name O’Rea). Built in Greece for Golden Yachts, has naval architecture by Sergio Cutolo. Entirely in aluminium she’s an impressive 39.60m open yacht entirely painted in black. This planning hull yacht is powered by three 1,492kW Caterpillar engines coupled to KaMeWa waterjets giving a top speed of 34 knots and a cruising speed of 30 knots. O’Pati yacht is the fourth Golden Yacht yacht engineered by Sergio Cutolo after the two 52 metre sisterships Victory V (former O’Ptasia) and charter yacht O’Neiro and the most recent 53 m O’Rama charter superyacht.

Motor Yacht O'Pati designed by Sergio Cutolo's Hydro Tec

Motor Yacht O'Pati designed by Sergio Cutolo's Hydro Tec studio

To summarise, three quite different yachts: a 70 metre steel and aluminum displacement yacht built in Turkey, a 54 metre steel and aluminium displacement yacht built in Italy and a fast 39-meter open all-aluminium built in Greece. All different projects by type and technology, testimony of a technical skills and a very unusual eclecticism, making the naval architecture and yacht design studio lead by Sergio Cutolo one of the most active on the international market.

Burgess Marine supports the refit of the 64m classic motor yacht SHEMARA

January 26, 2012

Burgess Marine is proud to have been chosen by the Owner’s representatives to provide marine engineering expertise for the refit of a Classic 1938, 64m Motor Yacht SHEMARA, during its three year refit program.

Motor Yacht Shemara under-tow in Portsmouth © Jake Sugden 2010

Motor Yacht Shemara under-tow in Portsmouth © Jake Sugden 2010

The Motor Yacht SHEMARA, once famously owned by Sir Bernard and Lady Docker is to undergo a major, Class approved, restoration and refit program of works on the UK’s South Coast, at Trafalgar Wharf, Portchester, Portsmouth. She is pictured here under-tow (© Jake Sugden 2010) arriving in Portsmouth with another Burgess Marine maintained commercial passenger vessel, Incat 057, Brittany Ferries HSC the ‘Normandie Express’ as a back drop.

Burgess Marine, having completed a DNV approved hull and underwater dive survey of the Classic Motor Yacht in Lowestoft in October 2010 has been assisting the Project Team from the outset. Having successfully towed the ship to Porchester the Project Team has Seconded Burgess Marine’s Technical Director, Mr Ray Cutts, to a permanent project team role responsible for marine engineering, structural repairs and renewals, and mechanical installation.

The yacht SHEMARA was built in 1938 in Southampton by JJ Thorneycroft & Co. She is a riveted steel hulled vessel, some 212ft in length. The project has the potential to represent a major element of Burgess Marine’s ship repair and refit work between 2012 and 2013.

Mr Cutts comments “to be part of such a unique and challenging project is personally very exciting, but moreover it’s great news for Burgess Marine. We look forward to overcoming the challenges and playing a big part in creating the finished article. She will be one of the most eagerly anticipated refits of her genre”.

Mr Nicholas Warren, Burgess Marine’s Managing Director, goes on to say “working so closely, in a truly integrated fashion with the Project Team is fantastic. In recent years we’ve completed works for Southampton Yacht Services, Pendennis, HYS, Trimline Superyacht Interiors, and onboard the charter yacht Infinity, the sailing yacht Hetairos, the J Class S.Y. Velsheda, and the M.V. Bystander, but nothing on this scale in the Superyacht sector. The project is a once in a lifetime challenge, a unique opportunity, and a significant step forward for both Burgess Marine and independent Superyacht refit works here in the UK. We all believe that this refit will change the way Owners look at the major overhauls of their yachts, and that’s a very exciting prospect”.

Burgess Marine, with facilities in Dover, Portsmouth, Southampton and Poole, provides International mobile ship-care teams, is available 24/7, 365 days of the year, and is ISO9001/2008 BSI accredited, and a DNV approved service supplier.

New designs based on the 73m expedition yacht Pegaso platform by Pegaso Marine, Moore Yacht Design and Freire

January 26, 2012

Moore yacht design have been asked by Pegaso Marine to create some new exterior designs utilising the 73m expedition yacht Pegaso platform. The Pegaso superyacht, which was built by Freire Shipyard in Spain, was born out of the requirements of a seasoned Owner, who wanted a World Class vessel, with which to travel the oceans.

73m luxury motor yacht PEGASO

The 73m luxury motor yacht PEGASO

The vessel is to be as comfortable exploring the Amazon Delta as it would be in the Cote d’Azur, with a tank capacity of 10,000 miles at a reasonable 14 knots cruising speed. This would allow the luxury yacht Pegaso to travel to places away from civilization for days on end. ICE class, Dynamic positioning, commercially certified helipad, 5-person submarine and 4 tenders all add to the truly “go anywhere” capabilities. The vessel moves the styling away from the stereotype inelegant boxy exploration vessel into a unique more elegant “yacht like” shape.

Triangular faceted form giving the yacht a muscular masculine feel

Triangular faceted form giving the yacht a muscular masculine feel

Andy Moore of Moore Yacht Design carried out the initial phase of exterior design on the original vessel whilst working at H2 Yacht Design and was subsequently asked by Pegaso Marine to finish off the original design after leaving H2 and setting up his own studio. It was therefore a natural progression for Moore Yacht Design to be asked to produce some new exterior designs building on the previous successful working relationship.

Moore Yacht Design created 73m superyacht based on the Pegaso platform

Moore Yacht Design created 73m superyacht based on the Pegaso platform

Showcased are two different styles of design, based on the 73m super yacht Pegaso platform, the first being a triangular faceted form giving the yacht a muscular masculine feel. This vessel is unique in appearance but still manages to retain a yacht feel. The second design is more elegant and curvaceous in form and has no helideck, although utilises the same platform. Both these designs have flexible layouts that can be adapted to client’s unique requirements. Moore yacht design has several other variations on the drawing board.

More elegant and curvaceous yacht design called 'SHE'

More elegant and curvaceous yacht design called 'SHE'

Andrew Moore designed motor yacht SHE for Pegaso Marine

January 26, 2012

Motor yacht SHE was developed by Andrew Moore of Moore Yacht Design. He was asked by Pegaso marine to create a series of new designs based around the existing platform of the 73.6m expedition yacht Pegaso, completed at Freire shipyard in Spain last year. The SHE superyacht is a stunning vessel, featuring a smooth, streamlined form.

Andrew Moore designed motor yacht SHE

Andrew Moore designed motor yacht SHE

Unlike the original design which is a go anywhere exploration yacht, featuring a sliding helipad and a large garage housing a submarine the luxury yacht design called SHE is a vessel designed for cruising rather than out and out exploration, which has resulted in changes to her layout.

The large garage of the original design has been halved as the super yacht SHE does not house a submarine. The new space forms a large beach club on the starboard side for leisure and relaxation with a new tender store for water toys on the port side. By keeping this area closed rather than having walk around sidewalks it retains an attractive feature of the original vessel – the security. It is hard to gain access to the yacht from the aft end if the doors are shut.

The laboratory of the original design has been changed to a gym freeing up the space taken up two decks above in the original yacht to be a sky lounge that leads directly out onto an intimate outdoor seating area. The owner’s suite has moved down 2 decks and is no longer on the sun deck thus creating a larger outdoor bathing and relaxation area on the sundeck. By doing this it has allowed the bridge to be moved up a deck much improving the vision for the captain out of the yacht.

A ship called she superyacht´s sketch

SHE superyacht´s sketch

Another key design change is due to the absent helideck giving the new profile a more sleek and elegant look. Apart from large beach club/tender area this design is much more conventional than that of the original Pegaso and is intended to appeal to a different client – one that spends more time living and entertaining onboard than going out doing activities off the yacht. By utilising the same technical platform as the original this design will work from the outset and will reduce the development time considerably should it go ahead.

The form of the exterior is inspired by two conflicting inspirations, the female form and Japanese samurai swords. The female figure, elegant and graceful influences gentle, tapering lines and full bodied curves. The samurai sword inspired the stainless steel detailing, giving the yacht a crisp, shiny sharpness that compliments and emphasises the form. Together the influences generate a crisp, powerful vessel with strong curves cut off through the midships section to give a sharp yet curvaceous modern look.

Overall this design is beautiful, timeless and sophisticated with a natural balance. SHE is light and agile with just the right amount of power and vigour. It very much backs up the statement of why a ship is always called she.

36.5m motor yacht Canados 120 due to be launched by Spring 2012

January 26, 2012

The Italian yacht builder, Canados presents their latest model, the 36.5m motor yacht Canados 120, belonging to the flybridge range. With interior designed by well-known Francesco Paszkowski, the Canados 120 superyacht incorporates any conceivable innovation in the design, in the layout and in the equipment. Her launch is expected by Spring 2012.

The Luxury Motor Yacht Canados 120

The Luxury Motor Yacht Canados 120

The luxury yacht Canados 120’ traditional style is recognisable at first sight from the bow and strakes.

The hull features large windows providing the cabins on the lower deck with excellent light and view, while four fold-down terraces on the main deck are equipped with a sofisticated hidraulic system and reduce the boundaries between exterior and interior.

A particularly innovative aspect of this vessel is related to the stern which  offers a full teak beach-club, complete with shower and heads. The garage houses a 4.20m yacht tender, while two seabob and a jetski can be recovered under the stern platform.

Canados 120 Superyacht

Canados 120 Superyacht

Super yacht Canados 120 features an exterior living area forward on the main deck, with a sofa and a spacious sunbathing area, specifically designed in order to provide wider room and increase privacy outside. The sofa can be sheltered from the sun thanks to a bimini which can be easily installed and removed.

The layout aft on the main deck offers further comfortable space outside.

The flybridge is extremely wide and conceived for enjoying open-air relax. It features a living and a dining area, and a sun-bathing area aft. A carbon hard-top equipped with an advanced opening system shelters the fly.  Thanks to R&D Department, this vessel is equipped with the latest monitor and control equipment  as well as sophisticated entertainment systems.

Super Yacht Canados 120 Exterior

Super Yacht Canados 120 Exterior

The interior of Canados 120 yacht has been designed exploiting the inner volume and making the most of the exceptionally wide room. The living and dining areas, the galley and an area reserved to her owner are located on the main deck whereas the lower deck provides three very large cabins and the crew quarters.

As all Canados yachts, the 120 reveals customized interiors. The interior owes much to the creativity of Francesco Paszkowski Design the owner choose among the most internationally renowed designers to have his yacht designed and decorated. Paszkowski has envisaged a contemporary design with unusual layout solutions everybody will esteem  even if familiar to the boatyard skills in building exclusive tailor-made yachts and to the designer talent.

Technical Data of the super yacht Canados 120:

Overall length 36,50m
Maximum beam 7,25m
Engines 2 MTU x 2400 hp
Max speed 29 knots
Crusing speed 25 knots

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