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Catamaran Endless Summer – A Luxury 25m Catamaran Design

November 18, 2010

The luxury 25m catamaran Endless Summer design has been conceived by Craig Cunningham as a high performance global cruising catamaran.  Measuring 25 meter length with an 11.30 meter beam, the SuperCat 25 will have impressive deck spaces as well as an exciting internal layout.

Craig Cunningham SuperCat 25 - Endless Summer

Craig Cunningham SuperCat 25 - Endless Summer

Unique design features of the 25m catamaran Endless Summer have been incorporated into the design in order to differentiate her from the other large catamarans on the market. The high performance hull form is married to styling that is inspired by the 1960′s Jaguar MKII with sweeping sensual lines.

The aft garage of the SuperCat 25 Endless Summer is able to store the tender as well as jet-ski and diving gear. When open this section folds out to create a beach deck. This design provides a dynamic and space enhancing solution to the storage of the tender and diving gear.

Endless Summer’s raised cockpit provides excellent views and is similar to the high performance catamarans that tend to have an open bridge deck arrangement. The tender garage has resulted in this raised cockpit configuration.

This has also enabled Craig Cunningham to design a full beam main saloon. This will appeal to owners who intend to use her in a private capacity, but will also appeal to charter guests with excellent communal space to socialise.

At 25 meters the SuperCat 25 Endless Summer will offer high performance as well as comfort in her impressive living spaces making her an ideal charter yacht.

Below is an animated presentation of the luxury 25m catamaran design ‘ ENDLESS SUMMER’

The Soubise 70 Carbon Line Catamaran by Tournier Marine.

October 05, 2010

French shipyard Tournier Marine who is known for building fast, seaworthy bluewater cruising catamarans has just started the production of a 70 ft sailing catamaran – the Soubise 70 Carbon Line.

The Soubise 70 Carbon Line Catamaran by Tournier Marine.

The Soubise 70 Carbon Line Catamaran by Tournier Marine.

Located in Soubise, near Rochefort in France, Tournier Marine combines every trade association, from mainworks to completely finished boat.

The new 70ft yacht is designed by Philippe Tournier, the owner of the yard who wanted to create the ideal boat to offer to owners passionate about sailing fast and comfortable cruising catamarans. With both its structure and rigging built in full carbon, the design for the SOUBISE 70’ Carbon Line sailing catamaran is well balanced, light and comfortable, with outstanding performances able to sail long distance in short amount of time.

The Soubise 70 Carbon Line Catamaran by Tournier Marine

The Soubise 70 Carbon Line Catamaran by Tournier Marine

The Soubise 70 Carbon Line Catamaran by Tournier Marine

The Soubise 70 Carbon Line Catamaran by Tournier Marine

The SOUBISE 70’ Carbon Line cat will be able to accommodate 6-8 guests and will feature a huge cockpit.

“I was appealed several times for the building of a big cruising cat with various specificities but there was nothing like on the market so I took time to think of a new design.” noted the designer and Navl builder Philippe Tournier, “The  SOUBISE 70′ Carbon Line is the result of my experience as a naval builder for more than 20 years.

SOUBISE 70’ Carbon Line Main features

COMFORT

•             6 to 8 people in cabins while keeping a technical space on one hull and bedding capacity in gangway
•             Loading capacity thought for a “comfort” oceanic program
•             Huge cockpit without difference of level and with instant emptying
•             Built to favour high-speed crossing in rough sea.

FUNCTIONING

•             Good engine performances with enough power to pass over tricky situations
•             Excellent manoeuvrability in harbors (bow-propeller, starboard and port helms, engine control on each side…)
•             Deck-fitting thought to sail with a reduced crew and with minimum effort
•             Top-o-the-range masting and sails combining and easy handling : specific low sails for breeze
•             Using our experience in ocean races to reduce known damages

PERFORMANCES

•             Speed capacity in 5-knots-winds
•             Permanent speed of 15/20 knots in steady wind

ACTIVE SECURITY

•             On board-computing, forecast fax reception allowing to go and finds winds or to move away from windy areas

BUILDING

•             Structure analysed and defined by a Research Consultancy to optimize the whole solidity and ageing
•             Weights are centralised and materials are chosen to increase lightness
•             Boarding areas are foamed for safety

SOUBISE 70′ Carbon Line Specifications 

Designer : Philippe TOURNIER
Structural Analysis : Team One
Research Department : B.E.T.N
Builder : TOURNIER MARINE

Characteristics :

- Length : 21.50 m
- Length at waterline : 21.00 m
- Width : 10.50 m
- Draft (rudder) : 1.30/2.80 m
- Clearance : 29.90 à 31.90 m (diff.versions)
- Light displacement : 18 à 20 tons (diff.versions)
- Weight on cruising conditions : 20 à 25 tons (diff.versions)
- Bridgedeck height on load : 1.15 m
- Height under deck beam : 2.10 m
- Height in hulls : 2.00 m
- Saloon surface area : 31 m²
- Cockpit – steering station surface : 24 m²

The Soubise 70 Carbon Line Catamaran by Tournier Marine

The Soubise 70 Carbon Line Catamaran by Tournier Marine

 

The Soubise 70 Carbon Line Catamaran by Tournier Marine

The Soubise 70 Carbon Line Catamaran by Tournier Marine

The New Curvelle Catamaran – Curvelle 33X9

May 11, 2010

Curvelle is a luxury catamaran building company that has been around since 2004. They are best known for their team of finest architects and their vision of creating yachts that will change the cruising forever. Their yachts are created with twin pleasures of absolute comfort and unbeatable performance, their hull design is absolutely efficient, using less power and fuel.

Curvelle 33X9

Their latest catamaran is the 33 metre Curvelle 33X9 that offers more stability, more value, more speed, more space and more flexibility. The company thought at first, that some of their design objectives seemed absurd. Here is why …

They wanted a yacht that is half the price of a performance mono hull with 50% more space. It has a flexible layout to customise each cruise, superior stability at any speed and at anchor. Greener with at least 30% better fuel efficiency, with a performance of 25 knots and an ocean going displacement hull. And last but not least a Trans Atlantic range. However, the result is exactly what they imagined:

The Curvelle 33X9 has a flexible layout with accommodation for 12 guests, the layout can be altered in more than 20 different combinations. It has six double guest cabins or three suites, or sets of double bed or single bed combinations on the main deck.  All of the choices are up to the owner who can decide what is the best solution for his next cruise.

There  is also an accommodation for six crew members in three double cabins in the hull decks with a laundry room  and crew-mess on the separate hull deck.

Curvelle 33X9 - Sundeck

The hull of the Curvelle 33X9 catamaran is constructed of aluminium and the Cheoy Lee built superstructure is made of fiberglass composite.  Naval Architecture was designed by Incat Crowther with the exterior styling by Luc Vernet.  The impeccable interior design was given into the hands of the well know designer Alex Isaac of Lila-Lou in London.

The Curvelle 33X9 catamaran is powered by 2 Caterpillar C32 engines reaching the maximum speed of 25 knots, cruising speed of 10 knots with a range of 3000 nm.

This new wonderful catamaran Curvelle 33X9 has four decks and a nine metre beam. This means it has one extra deck and two metres more beam than a comparable monohull, resulting in 50% more external and internal space for guest than a traditional 33m and comparable with a 40m – 42m performance monohull.

Thanks to the clever design and logistics, the Curvelle 33X9 catamaran has a cost slashed by half, without any compromise on quality and safety.

CharterWorld would be more than happy to provide you with any information required, or simply contact us if you are interested in chartering a catamaran for the upcoming season.

Porsche Design Superyacht Royal Falcon Fleet Catamaran RFF135 to be Launched in Q2 2011

May 10, 2010

Porsche Design RFF135 Luxury Superyacht

The Porsche Design Royal Falcon Fleet Superyacht reaches Europe and the Interior design and technical installation work starts on the luxury catamaran.

Stuttgart/Singapore. The Porsche Design Group (Porsche Lizenz- und Handelsgesellschaft mbH & Co. KG) and the Singapore-based luxury yacht manufacturer Royal Falcon Fleet are accelerating work on building the RFF135 motor yacht. The hull of the over 40 metre long luxury motor catamaran arrived in Sweden at the end of April. The launch of the first motor catamaran designed by Porsche Design is planned for the second quarter of 2011.

After successful completion of the superyacht hull of the first RFF135, the technical installation and interior fitting out begins now. Just like the outer hull, the interior follows the functional, timeless and purist signature of the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See (Austria), which is responsible for its exceptional appearance on the water. Completely new design opportunities arose, especially because of the catamaran platform, both for interior and exterior design. Unlike many other mega-yachts, the interior has a very modern design and reflects the dynamic lines of the hull. The typical Porsche design is unmistakeable: luxurious, functional and without a trace of any ornate opulence. A sleek outline combined with authentic, high quality and comfortable materials give the interior real flair. The generous space exceeds all known benchmarks for a 135 foot (41.2 metres) yacht.

“Once again, we are adding more accents with this project”, said Dr. Juergen Gessler, CEO of the Porsche Design Group. “Back in 1987, we designed the motor yacht ‘Kineo’. An exclusive racing boat, of which there are only three examples worldwide and which drew significant attention due to its characteristic dolphin shape. The luxury brand Porsche Design handled projects like this since its foundation. They forge the link between complex, state of the art technology and classic accessories. And they enable us not only to perfect the ‘engineered luxury’ standard, but also to implement the experience gained in a wide range of products. For example, we use the Beta-Titanium material favoured by the space industry in our Porsche Design glasses, to ensure that they are as lightweight, flexible and comfortable to wear as possible.”

Mr M.A. Zaman, President and CEO of Royal Falcon Fleet, said: “The arrival marks an important milestone in realising my dream of introducing a completely new type of megayacht to the market. By bringing together the design flair of Porsche Design, the reliability of Swedish marine construction embodied by Kockums , the proven excellence of MTU engines, the  meticulous attention to detail of Greenline Yacht Interiors, as well as the vision and energy of many other  top-flight specialists and suppliers, I am confident that the first RFF135 will be as spectacular in its looks as it will be as impressive in its performance. Welcome to the arrival of a new world-class brand name.”

“Unlike most 135 foot yachts, the complete hull of the RFF135 is not made of fibreglass, but entirely of aluminium”, said Roland Heiler, Managing Director of Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See. “Inside, you will find materials typical for Porsche Design: brushed stainless steel and aluminium, leather for the seats and wall coverings, together with carbon fibre. The customer has the final say. They can personalise their catamaran in cooperation with us, entirely to their own taste.”

Royal Falcon Fleet commissioned Kockums and Incat Crowther to build the catamaran. Kockums, the Swedish ThyssenKrupp subsidiary, stands for state of the art technology in the field of marine technology. Incat Crowther, a firm of shipbuilding engineers based in Australia, has decades of experience in the construction of large motor catamarans.

Royal Falcon Fleet Plc.
Royal Falcon Fleet, a Singapore-based builder of luxury yachts, was founded by a Swedish investor. The goal of the firm is to develop mega-yachts that stand out for their innovative design, cutting-edge technology, and handcrafted European interiors.

Porsche Design Group
The Porsche Design Group, based in Bietigheim-Bissingen, is a majority-owned subsidiary of Porsche AG in Stuttgart. The activities of the company are concentrated on the company divisions Porsche Design, Porsche Design Driver’s Selection and the Porsche Design Studio at Zell am See in Austria.

Porsche Design Studio
The Porsche Design Studio at Zell am See, Austria, stands for the clear, timeless, unmistakable design signature that distinguishes all products of the Porsche Design Group. Moreover, the studio also handles industrial and product design for other companies. The Porsche Design Studio is one of the most renowned design houses in Europe.
Technical data Royal Falcon Fleet RFF135 Yacht

Total length: 135 feet (41.2 metres)
Length at waterline: 114 feet (35.7 metres)
Breadth: 41 feet (12.5 metres)
Draught: 5.6 feet (1.7 metres)

Engine: MTU 16V 4000 M93L
Power output: 2 x 3,440 kW (4,600 HP)
Speed: 35 knots
Range: 2,000 nautical miles at 30 knots
Fuel consumption: 750 litres per hour

Tank capacity: 2 x 25,000 litres
Freshwater reservoir: 5,000 litres
Waste water reservoir: 2 x 4,000 litres

Classification: Lloyd’s Register
Material: certified, high-strength aluminium
Form: High-speed catamaran hull

Interior deck area: 472 square metres
Exterior deck area: 208 square metres
Passenger capacity: 10 guests and 10 crew

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Sunreef Catamarans show strong growth.

May 06, 2010

Sunreef  Yachts based in GdaÅ„sk, Poland began its 12th year of trading with positive financial results with high expectations for continued growth. Sunreef was established in 1998 as a charter company and began producing yachts in 2000.  The company’s first catamaran, the Sunreef 74 CHE was delivered 2 years later in 2002 and since then Sunreef have a steady rise in sales and operating profit along with growth in its range of products and services. Sunreef have built their reputation as the global leader in luxury yachts including power and sail catamarans.

Sunreef 74 CHE

From 2008 to 2009, Sunreef’s production turnover increased from €27.6 to €28.1 million. Sunreef expect this increase will stay on the same level for 2010 with annual deliveries of yachts 70ft+ and above expected to reach 10 units and new superyachts expected to be commissioned after the sea trials of the 102-footer.

Some of Sunreef’s success in production was achieved by optimising production techniques. For example, they have reduced the production time for Sunreef’s most popular model, the Sunreef_62, from 9 to 5 months thanks to the Vacuum Infusion process. The shipyard also introduced Lean Manufacturing into its structure in 2009, which improves the quality of every stage of its production and reduced all material and time losses to a minimum.   

Sunreef seems to be doing so well that they have bought 16 hectares of land in the nearby GdaÅ„sk WiÅ›linka for the construction of a new 24,000 square metre purpose-built manufacturing facility with possible enlargement capacity, due for completion and occupancy in 2011-12.  This facility will increase its overall production capacity and enable Sunreef to build yachts up to 50 metres in length.

Another significant investment for 2010 will be the construction of moulds for the 60 Sunreef Power and the Bluereef 87, two new yacht models which are scheduled for 2011.

Sunreef 102 Double Deck IPHARRA

Nicolas Lapp, Sunreef’s Vice president notes: ‘‘Our success to date comes from our focus on innovation and from our extended range of produced yachts. In 2008, we launched two new yacht models, the 70 Sunreef Power and the Sunreef 70 Sailing that have already  been sold in several units. This year, we have just launched our first superyacht Sunreef 102 Double Deck IPHARRA. The second mega catamaran, the Sunreef 114 CHE is now being finished at the shipyard with its delivery scheduled for the end of May 2010. We have also redesigned our flagship yacht, the Sunreef 62 Sailing, the new version of which is currently under construction and whose first unit will be launched at the beginning 2011. At the same time, we are now designing new, performant catamarans range over 80 feet in length with the first Sunreef 80 Ultimate designed for a client”.

‘‘Our goal for the future is quite simply to maintain our position as the world’s largest manufacturer of large and luxury catamarans from 60 to 200 feet,” concluded Lapp.

Contact the team at CharterWorld for information on chartering a Sunreef Catamaran.

Superyacht Ipharra launched by Sunreef

April 16, 2010

Sunreef Yachts has announced yesterday the launch of their very first superyacht, the 102 Double Deck Ipharra. She was launched in the presents of her proud Sunreef team yesterday in Gdansk, Poland.

Superyacht Ipharra at her launch April 2010

At 11am a massive floating crane arrived to Sunreef docks, then the super yacht Ipharra was lifted and launched by the dock at around 2pm. All the finishing work has started and the mast and boom will be both installed next week.

Ipharra superyacht will accommodate up to 12 guests in 5 cabins, and a crew of four.

Catamaran IPHARRA is built with an aluminium hull and with her 42ft beam, offers guest unrivalled space and comfort. Her expansive shaded cockpit which offers alfresco dining is complimented by her massive flybridge which is also equipped with a dining table and sunloungers. Forward, IPHARRA offers plenty of room for relaxation and fun on her dual trampolines.

The delivery to the owner is scheduled for mid May 2010. Once delivered, the Sunreef superyacht Ipharra will sail to the Mediterranean, where she will be available for charter.

If you are interested in receiving more information on Ipharra or any other yacht, contact us at CharterWorld.

Catamaran ONDIN – The Second Sunreef 70 Power Expedition Yacht

April 01, 2010

After the worldwide success of the first famous expedition power cat by Sunreef built for Laurent Bourgnon and his family, Sunreef Yachts is pleased to confirm that the Expedition version of the 70 Sunreef Power yacht ONDIN has charmed many true boaters who wish to follow suit.

Yacht ONDIN

The owners of luxury catamaran ONDIN coming from Chile made their first appearance at the Cannes International Boat Show in 2008 where the premiere of the Expedition power catamaran was held. They decided to go for this yacht appreciating its long range, very low fuel consumption and comfortable cruising thanks to its spaciousness and stability.

Superyacht ONDIN marries functionality and efficiency with exquisite interior finish and custom design. The yacht will be now heading towards Central America where she will cross the Panama channel and cruise down to Chile. After a longer stay in Chile, the ONDIN will head or the southern cap of the continent and explore the Patagonia channels and Tierra del Fuego.

The yacht’s layout had been prepared according to owner’s suggestions: One beam-wide owner suit with z private bathroom and dressing in the bow section, three guest cabins and one crew cabin within the hulls. In total, 8 guests and 2 crew can be comfortably accommodated aboard the yacht ONDIN.

CharterWorld has a full selection of Sunreef Yachts and luxury yachts and catamarans available for charter around the world like the Sunreef 70 Power yacht DAMRAK, so please contact us for more information.

Superyacht Sunreef 102 Double Deck Catamaran Yacht IPHARRA Launch

April 01, 2010

 

Superyacht Sunreef 102 Double Deck Catamaran Yacht IPHARRA

The first superyacht 102 by Sunreef Yachts, the 102 feet double-decker sailing yacht IPHARRA, is set to be launched in April 2010 at the Sunreef shipyard.

All the team is getting vigorously ready for this important event to be celebrated with the owner and his crew impatiently awaiting to sail away aboard this impressive superyacht.

After the finishing works on water, this luxury catamaran Sunreef 102 Catamaran Yacht IPHARRA will be undergoing technical sea trials before heading West Mediterranean.

There she will be available for luxury yacht charters so contact CharterWorld for more or follow this link to book the yacht.

Sunreef 102 Catamaran

Sunreef 102 Catamaran Charter Yacht IPHARRA

Planetsolar – the World’s Largest Solar Powered Yacht will circumnavigate the globe in 2011.

March 03, 2010

Planetsolar 30m solar powered catamaran

  

A selection of international scientists, engineers and boat builders from Germany and Switzerland have developed the world’s largest solar powered yacht designed to circumnavigate the world. The PlanetSolar catamaran, conceptualised by Swiss designer Raphael Domjan and built by Knierim Yacht Club in Kiel in northern Germany, was unveiled on February 25, 2010 at the HDW Shipyard in Kiel, Germany.  

PlanetSolar is expected to begin testing in late March and will prepare to set sail on its maiden voyage to circumnavigate the globe in April 2011. With a top speed of 15 knots — she is expected to be the fastest solar boat to cross the Atlantic Ocean and the first to cross the Pacific. The planned route around the world will start from Europe. It is expected to reach an average speed of 8 knots and cover approximately 40,000km in around 4 months.  

A total of 500 sq metres (about 5,300 square feet) of solar panelling made up with some 38,000 SunPower cells will help to power the yacht.  Each of the new generation cells used has “an efficiency of at least 22 percent”, delivering 103.4kW (138.6HP) making them the highest-efficiency solar cells commercially available. If the day is overcast, batteries below deck store enough energy for several days without direct sunlight. Her design also enables her to easily carve through the water increasing her maximum speeds.   

Catamaran PlanetSolar measures 30m by 15m, is estimated to cost around $24 million, weighs in at 60 tonne and features a sleek eco friendly design likely to influence future trends in yachting. The yacht was constructed by the company PlanetSolar, who have declared “we want to show that we can change, that solutions exist and that it isn’t too late. Future generations are looking to us; our choices will mark the future of humanity.”  

The company PlanetSolar is committed to sustainable development and is particularly motivated by the necessity to develop alternatives to fossil fuels which are in limited supply and causing measurable negative environmental impact. Perhaps we will see further trends in Superyacht building and design leading to a greener approach. Other notable Eco-friendly designs beginning to surface include such designs as Alastair Callender’s Soliloquy.  

The first solar powered boat to cross the Atlantic was the Swiss, 15 meters Solar21 catamaran.  It made the journey between the Canary Islands and Martinique in 29 days at a top speed of 9 knots reaching Miami on March 29, 2007.  

Two crew will man the catamaran PlanetSolar during its world tour and the craft will be available for public displays – able to host up to 50 guests for an educational opportunity at each of its planned stops. Stop over ports under consideration (subject to change) include Monaco, Marseille, New York, Acapulco, San Francisco, Cairns and Darwin, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Singapore, Abu Dhabi, and Dubai.

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