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Picchiotti Motor Yacht EXUMA – Vitruvius Series

August 31, 2010

The Picchiotti 50 metre Superyacht EXUMA is the first motor yacht built by Perini Navi from the Vitruvius® series.  The new generation, Picchiotti Vitruvius®-series motor yacht, born from the collaboration between Vitruvius Ltd, Philippe Briand and the Perini Navi Group, is conceived with a focus on top efficiency for fully autonomous, reliable and elegant navigation.

Super Yacht Exuma - photo credit to Giuliano Sargentini and Michele Lombardo-M1 Media by courtesy of Perini Navi

These concepts of the Picchiotti – Vitruvius series are realized in the hull and superstructure design, the organization of the guest and crew accommodations and the onboard equipment that will allow for the discovery and exploration of the surrounding environment.

SuperYacht Exuma On water - photo credit to Giuliano Sargentini and Michele Lombardo-M1 Media by courtesy of Perini Navi


Efficiency

Philippe Briand, naval architect and designer of the Vitruvius® concept, was inspired by the streamlined principles of sailboat hulls, where the lines of design, volume distribution and the study of weights are optimized to attain the best efficiency.

The aluminium hull, follows the principles of the Briand Optimized Stretched (BOS®) Hull and is characterized by streamlined, limited waterline length and a straight and deep bow. The BOS® Hull, and two zero speed roll stabilisers endow the hull with exceptional cruising stability. Combined with the installed power, these features ensure long-term navigation in total safety and tranquillity. Motoryacht Exuma’s gross tonnage is under 500 tons, and displaces about 400 tons. She features a reduced draft of 2.3 metres that allows navigation in shallow waters.

Super Yacht Exuma - photo credit to Giuliano Sargentini and Michele Lombardo-M1 Media by courtesy of Perini Navi

Spaces aboard

Vitruvius superyacht Exuma, features unparalleled interior and exterior space design and organization. The successful study of
the proportions between hull and superstructure allowed for large spaces dedicated to ensuring privacy among guests onboard, equipment for exploration, stowage of materials. This was obtained by introducing double independent stairs and two walkways.

Public areas: 97 m2
Owner’s area: 53 m2
Guest Area: 80 m2
Crew Area: 96 m2
Wheelhouse Area: 20 m2
Lazarette & Garage: 115 m2

SuperYacht Exuma - photo credit to Giuliano Sargentini and Michele Lombardo-M1 Media by courtesy of Perini Navi

Exploration

Exuma motoryacht was designed with a strong aptitude for exploration in mind. Indeed, it allows a range of over 5,500 miles at a speed of 12 knots. This is attained due to the 75,000 litres of fuel and 17,000 litres of fresh water tankage. A particular characteristic of this yacht is the capability (thanks to 115 dedicated m2) of stowing large amounts of equipment and gear on board in order to be able to venture out into the most beautiful and remote areas of the world.

Inside the two fore lateral garages with gull-wing doors actuated by hydraulic pistons, Exuma MY houses a 16.4’ amphibious vehicle, completely customised with Iveco Campagnola mechanical components and frame, and a Hov Pod 12’ hovercraft.

Further, superyacht Exuma has additional space to host 2 tenders, measuring 21’ and 14’, 2 electric scooters, 2 Seabobs and 1 Sea-Doo RXT 250 jet ski. The yacht is also equipped with diving areas and equipment.

Salon Super Yacht Exuma - photo credit to Giuliano Sargentini and Michele Lombardo-M1 Media by courtesy of Perini Navi


Exterior

The stylistic elements of the Vitruvius® project, motoryacht Exuma, are embodied in the optimal balance between straight and curved lines, together with the presence of large glass windows that confer high visibility and luminosity to every deck of the yacht. In particular, the large, double-curvature, bombé glass windows of the bridge deck offer a spectacular full-circle panorama. These windows distinguish the yacht’s lines and make them unique.

The use of titanium in all the external handrails combine extremely high reliability even in the most extreme conditions of use with perfect chromatic harmony with the yacht’s hull. On the superstructure, two ventilation grills integrated within the yacht’s line stand out as an aesthetic element, while the elegant mast for communication antennae, the navigation radars and the powerful searchlight is arranged on the superstructure roof.

Jacuzzi Superyacht Exuma - photo credit to Giuliano Sargentini and Michele Lombardo-M1 Media by courtesy of Perini Navi

Bridge deck

The bridge deck of the M/Y Exuma is characterized by large glass doors and the spacious side deck conceived to enjoy a full view of the surrounding panorama. This deck can be accessed either through the internal stair in the lobby or through the two external corridors. Besides the helm, the captain’s office and a pantry, the bridge deck features a spacious saloon with L-shaped sofa, a coffee table, armchairs and an entertainment area. The outdoor living concept embodied by this yacht is ensured by two comfortable chaise-lounges for sunbathing and a large, accessorized Jacuzzi with integrated banquette, equipped also with useful peaks for stowage of materials. Access to the second boarding ladder, designed for substantially high docks, is located along the starboard corridor.

From the external corridors, in which two side control stations for docking maneuvers are located, we access the totally open flush deck, that can also be used by guests as a party/sunbathing area. Here, two deck hatches allow access and use of the rescue boat and the jet ski, both handled by the davit crane located beside them. The stern maneuvering area, recessed and protected with windlasses, is equipped for all maneuvers typical of this type of yacht.

Owner Suite - SuperYacht Exuma - photo credit to Giuliano Sargentini and Michele Lombardo-M1 Media by courtesy of Perini Navi

Main deck

The Main deck features typical sailing yacht setting for the aft cockpit that hosts two C-shaped sofas with two connectable coffee/lunch tables. Complete cockpit protection is ensured by the aluminium superstructure featuring an elegant ceiling comprised of characteristic modular panels, fit in different tones of grey. The aft area of the cockpit hosts two comfortable sun pads, with stowage space and direct access to the lazarette beneath.

Two practical ladders, accessible through the side decks  of the motor yacht Exuma, situated amidships, lead to the bridge deck access. The starboard deck, served by the main boarding ladder for easy guest boarding, leads to the side entrance of the main lobby. The port deck constitutes the crew’s main entrance, contains the engine room’s emergency exit ladder and several fittings for side docking.

An elegant and functional glass sliding door leads to the entrance of the main open-space saloon, characterized by large glass windows that confer exquisite visibility and luminosity to the yacht. The living area, equipped with every latest generation entertainment device, is comprised of three C-shaped sofas located on the port side, while the dining area hosts a table that can be modified, is capable of seating up to 10 people, and is completed by a useful pantry. Amidships, the main lobby features the guest stair that directly connects the three decks, a day head and the Owner’s area, comprised of two staterooms both with large glass windows and en-suite bathrooms fitted with prized Italian marble.

Guest Twin Cabin - Yacht Exuma - photo credit to Giuliano Sargentini and Michele Lombardo-M1 Media by courtesy of Perini Navi

Lower deck

Exuma’s lower deck is accessed through the central guest stair, and is comprised of two VIP cabins and one twin cabin with en-suite bathrooms, a gym-equipped area that can be transformed into sleeping quarters with two pullout beds, a bathroom and shower. A distinctive feature of this deck is its development along a double parallel corridor, with independent stairs for guests and crew.

Forward, the crew area accommodates total of eight people thanks to three double cabins with bathroom and a Captain’s cabin, a dinette, laundry room and a spacious galley equipped with dumbwaiter serving the three decks of the yacht directly.

Guest Queen Bedroom SY Exuma - photo credit to Giuliano Sargentini and Michele Lombardo-M1 Media by courtesy of Perini Navi

Aft access and lazarette

Aft access is through the retractable gangway or a double ladder located on the two sides of the wide aft transom swim platform. The lazarette, with full-height ceiling that allows standing upright, has an extendable rail to assist in the launch operations of the 21’ Castoldi tender, a diving area with dive compressor, a machine workshop, 50-60 Hz frequency converter. An important aspect to be highlighted is the presence of a stern anchor useful in facilitating the yacht’s anchoring in restricted bays.

Owner Bathroom - Yacht Exuma - photo credit to Giuliano Sargentini and Michele Lombardo-M1 Media by courtesy of Perini Navi

Engine Room

The engine room, equipped with a separate control room and located forward of the lazarette, is equipped with two 970-kW Caterpillar C32 Acert engines. Various machinery includes two 115-kW and one 86-kW electric generators, a central air conditioning unit and a waste water treatment unit.

Motoryacht Exuma - photo credit to Giuliano Sargentini and Michele Lombardo-M1 Media by courtesy of Perini Navi

Foreword by Philippe Briand

“There is no more delightful way of life for a ‘sea lover’ than on a yacht ‐ whether it be a sailing or motor yacht. It gives me genuine pleasure to be involved in the realisation of ‘sea lovers’ dreams as their naval architect. I hope that by listening to clients and nurturing their aspirations I can even transcend their wishes.

Yachts symbolise the desire to live life to the fullest and are always the realisation of a dream. My yachts are a true escape for all the owners and their guests. However, in today’s world I find it hard to justify the realisation of our dream might affect the basic livelihood of the next generations, which is why eco‐credentials are so important to us. The yachting industry has been driven forward by the ideas of our exceptional clients. They are clients with real ambitions and vision, people that innovate and are at the forefront of their industries. It is my opinion that those qualities, combined with the industry’s excellence, should be the drivers of true progress in our field as well as in all fields we touch.

From the beginning, the most basic tenet of Vitruvius® yacht design been our determination to ensure as much sustainability and ecological awareness as possible. We have put into practice what others have only talked about as possibilities for the future.”

Many people have tried to conceive an ecologically responsible yacht, Vitruvius® Yachts and Perini Navi are the very first to launch a yacht following these principles. Exuma motor yacht is here.

Yacht VERTIGO’s Christian Liaigre Interior Design Process

August 24, 2010

Interior designer Christian Liaigre for the Alloy Yachts  Sailing Yacht Vertigo 220′ talks about the interior design process.

Philippe Briand designed yacht Vertigo - constructed by Alloy Yachts

“The Interior design process has started from a client’s request that the sailing yacht Vertigo must feel “URBAN AT SEA”.
As they plan to stay long periods on-board, they want to feel in a light atmosphere instead of the more traditional “nautical signature”.

The general palette is providing a large amount of white surface combined with tinted walnuts and black sandblasted woods.
All complementary furniture has been custom design in order to match perfectly with the “sport chic” spirit of the Vertigo yacht.

The layout increase perspective effect. The boat longitudinal lines can be read all along the internal space because many partition walls are stopped before they connect to the hull.
On the main deck of the superyacht Vertigo, three big Black cores shelter the staircases in aluminium and some service area.

The long sinuous longitudinal side cabinet creates the link in between all the space. It extends visually the deck and can be read as the edge of an internal cockpit”.

Christian Liaigre

Christian Liaigre Interior Designer drawings of the Alloy sailing yacht Vertigo

Details of drawings
N1: Main deck, partition between living and kid’s room and dining.
N2: Main deck, stairs to flybridge.
N3: Main deck, Owner’s office.
N4: Lower deck, main guest cabin (port) view looking toward bathroom.
N5: Lower deck, guest passage.
N6: Lower deck, all guest cabins, bed head concept.
N7: Lower deck, guest passage, view looking Owner’s and guest one door.
N8: Lower deck, Owner’s cabin view on office area.

Alloy Sailing Yacht VERTIGO designed by Philippe Briand

August 13, 2010

220 ft Philippe Briand designed sailing yacht Vertigo is the largest ever yacht designed by the company, as well as the largest built by the New Zealand shipyard Alloy Yachts. Her construction is overseen by the project manager Andrew Senn from Australia and is scheduled to be launched in December 2010.

In the first stage of design, back in June 2004, the first drawings outlined a AY41 sailing yacht Vertigo with an overall length of 200ft. Subsequently, the evolution of the design led to an increase in size resulting in an overall length of 220 ft (67 metres).

The challenge facing the Designer was to design a yacht that was large but “sensitive to sail”, which explains her modern hull lines. She is the first sailing yacht of her size to have an almost vertical bow. This feature allows for a greater waterline length, thus making for a considerable improvement in speed both under sail and engine power.

AY41 Sailing Yacht Vertigo designed by Philippe Briand - Image courtesy of Philippe Briand

With an air clearance restricted to 68m (for access to the Suez Canal) and a draft restriction of 5m, the designer of the AY41 Vertigo Sailing Yacht was particularly concerned with enhancing efficiency of the sail plan and keel.

A Ketch rig was the only suitable option. Mainsail and mizzen sail include roaches which have never before been seen or used on yachts of this size.  More surface area of the sails is exposed up where the wind velocity is greater than it is at the proximity of the water.  This led to having sails developing a larger driving force than that of conventional triangular sails.  Therefore runners are used in instead of permanent backstays. This is another first on a boat of this size, made possible via the technology of mast builders Southern Spars.

Philippe Briand desinged sailing yacht VERTIGO 220 flybridge Deck Accom - Image courtesy of Philippe Briand

Draft is increased to 9.10 m by a daggerboard extension.

Captive winches and vertical winches are custom made by Alloy Yachts.

Under sail super yacht Vertigo is expected to reach speeds of almost 20 knots in a reach with a true wind speed of 20 knots. Also, with light winds less than 10 knots, she will outperform the existing   mega sailing yachts.

Under engine power the yacht can reach a maximum speed of 17 knots and maintain a cruising speed of 12 knots with an estimated range of over 4000 nm.

Christian Liaigre drawings of the interior - Sailing Yacht Vertigo in construction at Alloy Yacht

Another original aspect lies in the layout. The main lazarette is situated in the middle of the boat rather than aft, as is more usually the case. As a result, access to the boat from her tender is more central. The aft lazarette houses a large 8 m “commuter” tender.  It is enclosed by one door serving as a swimming platform and the stairs to this transom door when it is open are formed from the aft passerelles.

On the foredeck there are two lockers that house 2 x 6m tenders. The foredeck and passage way are entirely flush. This gives the aesthetic a very sleek appearance to the AY41 Vertigo yacht which is unique for a yacht of this size.

Particular care has been given to the exterior relaxing areas, cockpit and flying bridge, affording the possibility to be outside and sheltered as you wish. The aft cockpit is especially well protected by a large hard-top that incorporates a louvre system and by lateral sliding windows. The flybridge is open but on demand it can be protected by a removable bimini top and a large dodger.

Philippe Briand 220 Deck plan - Image courtesy of Philippe Briand

The sun pads at the rear of the cockpit conceal a swimming pool.

Inside Vertigo sailing yacht is extremely comfortable; light floods in all around, as the designer intended especially in the saloon on the main deck. The sides of the superstructure are transparent, bringing the outside into the saloon. The perfect integration of deck saloon and cockpit create a seamless living area 30 m long.

The lower deck layout shows 4 x guest rooms and huge owner’s state room aft.  The passage from this cabin leads directly to the lazarette and swim platform. Forward there is enough accommodation for 11 crew.

Accommodation of the Alloy Yachts constructed AY41 yacht was designed by renowned interior designer Christian Liaigre. The atmosphere of the settings was established as “urban at sea”. In the interior, the palette of materials and hues is dominated by white lacquered surfaces combined and coordinated in a harmonious combination with tinted walnuts and black sandblasted woods.

There is every indication that this will be a true 220’ sailing yacht, comfortable and sensitive to sail. A worthy descendant of the great seafaring ships of the past.

67 meter Sailing Superyacht Vertigo by Alloy Yachts

August 12, 2010

Alloy yachts is progressing well, and as planned, in the building of sailing yacht Vertigo which is a massive 67 meter (67.2m / 220ft) long ketch rigged superyacht. The new yacht is scheduled to be officially launched at the Auckland, New Zealand shipyard at the end of 2010. Superyacht Vertigo is a Philippe Briand designed luxury yacht and the hull project was previously known by build number AY41. The yacht is now in the fitting process and has taken the name “Vertigo”. Construction of the Vertigo yacht began around two years ago in October of 2008 and the new build boat hull and fitting has been moving steadily at the experienced shipyard, almost under a veil of secrecy, until details have now begun to properly surface.

The Vertigo luxury yacht will be an important private sailing yacht launch on a worldwide scale, and the vessel is also certainly another milestone for the New Zealand large superyacht builder, Alloy. Alloy Yachts also launched their then largest yacht, the new sailing yacht “Kokomo” (AY39) at the end of 2009 which is an impressive 58.40 meters in length overall. With S/Y Vertigo the Auckland, New Zealand yacht builder shipyard is now set to break this benchmark again in late 2010, in terms of size and luxury, with the launch and delivery of the 67 m ketch, slightly less than one year down the track.

Sailing Yacht Vertigo - as designed by Philippe Briand and launched by Alloy Yachts in 2010

Sailing Yacht Vertigo - as designed by Philippe Briand and launched by Alloy Yachts in 2010

From Alloy Yachts:

Alloy Yachts is proud to finally announce to the world the project that has kept everyone guessing for quite some time. In October 2008, Alloy Yachts began building the largest sailing yacht in their yard to date, the 220’ Briand ketch simply known as AY41. The interior design of the yacht is by the uber cool French designer, Christian Liaigre who’s brief from the client was for the yacht to feel “Urban at Sea”. Phillippe Briand’s brief from the client was to make this design a performance sailing yacht capable of world cruising. AY41 (Vertigo) will be launched in late 2010.

Yacht Vertigo - Profile Rendering

Yacht Vertigo - Profile Rendering

Sailing Yacht Vertigo’s Designers:

Philippe Briand enjoys a very successful track record in designing relatively fast, sleek and good looking performance type cruising yachts. In this tradition, luxury yacht Vertigo has easy on the eye and streamlined lines from bow to stern. This grace has been accomplished despite her impressive size and the fact that a spacious flybridge superstructure has been incorporated snugly into her lines. This is helped by her vast waterline length and efficient sail plan which utilises two masts to reduce constraints on mast height (for the Panama Canal) and other rig management inefficiencies. Essentially, superyacht Vertigo is a massive private sailing yacht and due consideration has been given by her designer to allow her design to maximize and optimize the use of the wind, hence her designed sail plan. All in all, superyacht Vertigo is destined to be a powerful boat under sail and her sailing performance will no doubt impress at any superyacht rally or yacht racing regattas.

Indeed, she is expected to reach near 20 knots in 20 knots of true wind, however, actual sea trials later in 2010 or early 2011 will confirm theses figures officially. Under motor she will be able to make an impressive speed of 17 knots with a range of near 4,000 nautical miles at 12 knots.

Sailing Yacht Vertigo - Foredeck and Flybridge View

Sailing Yacht Vertigo - Foredeck and Flybridge View

The Vertigo yacht has an interior which was designed by Christian Liaigre. Christian Liaigre is a French interior designer who is strongly associated with furniture design. He respects and promotes the principles of understatement and simplicity and yet is known to be able to interweave a touch of poetry and natural material in his work when appropriate. His design work is considered to “have generated a creative spirit based on the use of materials such as wood weathered by the sea and the sand, as well as fine leathers worked according to the traditions of saddle making.”

The luxury yacht’s interior design colour palette called for a light and airy atmosphere using walnuts and expanses of white surfaces with darkened sand blasted woods. This background allows for the custom designed furniture to blend seamlessly with the yacht owner’s considerations and preferences. And indeed the superstructure design of yacht Vertigo (Philippe Briand) has been covered with windows which enables a life spring of natural light to illuminate the Liaigre designed interior.

A Design Rendering of Superyacht VERTIGO - AY41

A Design Rendering of Superyacht VERTIGO - AY41

The Yacht’s Luxury Accommodations:

The owner of Vertigo has a wonderful master cabin which is located to aft of amidships. In addition, four guest rooms are gathered around the core of the boat, with crew accommodation positioned further forward towards her bow. Te crew area component is large enough to accommodate for up to 11 members. Moving further to aft of the Master cabin is a lazarette garage which is to be used for the storage and maintenance of water toys, along with other peripheral marine equipment. Likewise, at the other end of the huge private sailing superyacht, in the bow, locker styled pockets have been designed and built to house a pair of 6 meter yacht tenders. From there the tenders can be deployed and launched from the deck of the bow, without reducing space and functionality of the luxury yacht’s ever treasured water interface – her aft transom area.

Alloy Yachts, one of New Zealand’s (and the World’s) most noteworthy and well respected superyacht ship building yards, is well on course to finishing and launching their largest build to date – yacht Vertigo is set to officially launch in December 2010 and she will then be delivered early in 2011 to her eager owners. It will be very interesting to see how the yacht is judged if she enters any world superyacht awards.

Superyacht Vertigo - The Profile Rendering of the Mighty Ketch Sailing Yacht

Superyacht Vertigo - The Profile Rendering of the Sail Plan of the Mighty Ketch Sailing Yacht

The Specifications of Vertigo Yacht (AY41):

Measurements:

LOA 67.2m (220ft)
LWL 61.0m (200ft)
Beam 12.53m (41.1ft)
Draft 5.05m (16.5ft)

Yacht Design and Builders:

BUILDER Alloy Yachts
DESIGNER Phillipe Briand Yacht Design
INTERIOR DESIGN Christian Liaigre Interior Design
CLASSIFICATION Lloyds Register

Sails:

Sails North Sails
Sail Area 5330m²
Mast/Boom/Rigging Southern Spars New Zealand & EC6+
Furlers Reckmann
Winches Alloy Yachts Custom

Machinery and Engineering:

Main Engines 2 x Caterpillar C32 DI-TTA V12, 1400
BHP each @ 2300 RPM (1044 bkW)
Bow/Stern thrusters Alloy Yachts Vertical Hyd and American
Bow Thrusters 200HP Trac 28
Generators 2 x Caterpillar C9 200kW
Fuel 64,000 litres approx
Water 13,900 litres approx

Alloy Yachts Vertigo - General Arrangement

Superyacht Exuma launched by Perini Navi a Picchiotti motor yacht from Vitruvius

July 02, 2010

The Perini Navi Group launches the Exuma yacht, the first 50-metre Picchiotti motor yacht belonging to the Vitruvius® series. Perini also announces further organisation of its Italian shipyards.

Superyacht Exuma, the Picchiotti 50 metre motor yacht – the first of three such units sold as of today by the Perini Navi Group under the Picchiotti brand – will be launched tomorrow in La Spezia Italy.

The launch of motor yacht Exuma sanctions the Group’s entrance in the field of motor yachts and the new reorganisation of the Italian shipyards with the change in the company name of the Cantieri Navali Beconcini shipyard of La Spezia to Picchiotti.

Superyacht Exuma launched by Perini Navi

The new generation of Picchiotti Vitruvius®-series motor yachts, born from the collaboration between Vitruvius Ltd, Philippe Briand and the Perini Navi Group, is conceived with a focus on top efficiency for fully autonomous navigation. The aluminium hull is characterized by streamlined, slender traits and follows the principles of the BOS® Hull – Briand Optimized Stretched Hull – that allows to enjoy a gross tonnage of 497 tons, displacement of 400 tonnes, a reduced draught of 2.3 metres for navigating even in shallower waters, and a range of 5,500 miles at 12 knots.

Luxury yacht Exuma was conceived and created with a strong aptitude for exploration in mind, and has the capability of stowing large amounts of equipment on board to allow exploring the most beautiful and remote areas of the world: an amphibious 16.4 ft vehicle, completely customised with Iveco Campagnola mechanical components and frame, a Hov Pod 12 ft hovercraft housed inside the two fore lateral garages with gull-wing door openings, two tenders, respectively measuring 21 ft and 14 ft, two electric land scooters, two Seabobs and a Sea-Doo RXT 250 jet ski. The yacht is also equipped with diving areas and equipment.

The Bow of Superyacht Exuma launched by Perini Navia - a Picchiotti motor yacht from Vitruvius as designed by Philippe Briand

The interior and exterior spaces are designed to increase privacy among shipboard guests and to enhance outdoor living. Internal furnishings are designed by Perini Navi’s Interior Designers with a focus on classic maritime style tradition, essentially using oak, teak and Italian marble.

On the occasion of the official launch of the perini Navi Exuma yacht, the Perini Navi Group announces the new organisation of the Italian shipyards, with the change of company name – which took place on 16th June, 2010 – of the Cantieri Navali Beconcini shipyard of La Spezia, to Picchiotti. The objective is to define a focused industrial strategy aimed at rationalizing and concentrating the production of motor yachts at the Picchiotti shipyard in La Spezia (former Cantieri Navali Beconcini shipyard).

Following recent restructuring and expansion of its infrastructures, the Picchiotti shipyard of La Spezia now extends over a total surface of 32,000 square metres, possesses 3 new 70-metre long sheds, two new 50-metre docks and two due travel lifts, respectively for 260 and 820 tons, for towage of large-size yachts.

“The launch of the first Picchiotti motor yacht opens a new era for our Group. The
new Picchiotti motor yacht line not only inherits the high level of quality and
elegance embodied in the 48 sailing yachts launched by us as of today, but it also
confirms the uniqueness and the technology of our products, conjugated with our
ability to merge tradition and innovation” – comments Giancarlo Ragnetti, CEO of
the Perini Navi Group.

He continues – “Particular mention goes to the Cantieri
Navali Beconcini shipyard, a brand rich in tradition and excellence, that has
signified so much for us in the history of Italian naval shipyards, with important
building and refit work on a worldwide level, among which: SY Candida, 36
metres, of 1929 and SY Mariette, 33 metres, of 1915. CNB still constitutes an
important asset that we jealously cherish and preserve within the heritage of our
Group”.

As of 31st May, 2010, the Perini Navi Group registers an order portfolio of 168 million Euro, with the building of 6 yachts. 4 sailing yachts of which, two 56-metre yachts, one 50-metre, one 40-metre fast cruiser, and 2 Picchiotti motor yachts belonging to the Vitruvius® series, of which one 55 metre Ice-Class, to navigate the Northwest Passage, whose delivery is planned for 2011, and a 73 metre whose delivery is scheduled for 2013.

The PICCHIOTTI 50M Motor Yacht EXUMA:

main technical characteristics

Length overall 50 m
Waterline length 48.90 m
Beam 9.50 m
Draught 2.30 m
Displacement 400 tonnes
Gross Tonnage 497 tons
Motors 2 x Caterpillar C32 Acert da
970 kW @ 2100 rpm
Maximum speed 16.5 kn
Range @ 12 kt 5.500 nm
Hull and superstructure Aluminium
Classification ABS  A1 Yachting
Commercial Service, AMS,
MCA
Toys Amphibious Iveco/Castoldi jet 5 m
170 hp
Overcraft Hov Pod 12 ft.
Castoldi tender 21 ft.
Castoldi tender 14 ft.
2 x Seabob
2 x Electrical Scooters
Jet ski seaDoo RXT 250

Exuma was Designed bt Vitruvius Ltd
Naval architecture Philippe Briand
Interior Design Perini Navi
Builder Picchiotti S.r.l.
La Spezia, Italy – Perini Navi Group

Luxury CNB sailing yacht SPIIP to charter in Egypt and the Red Sea

March 09, 2010

  

Sailing yacht SPIIP is a CNB 86, designed by the naval architect Philippe Briand. This luxury super yacht measuring 26,21m (86′) exudes performance, luxury and opulence and will be in Egypt (Hurgadha) from January to April 2010.

The archipelago around the Hurghada area has some of the best diving and snorkelling in the world. This unique charter destination is totally isolated with the exception of a few dive boats and fisherman. Amongst the atolls you have the feeling  of being anchored in the middle of the sea and yet you are totally protected. All though the area is renowned for being windy at times, due to the numerous reefs you are able to sail in sheltered waters.
Please see below for a sample itinerary in this amazing untouched destination.

Day 1 – You are welcomed aboard sailing yacht SPIIP at El Gouna. After a welcome drink,  explore local markets at Hurghada and sample the refreshing sugar cane juice – or explore the El Gouna resort area and treat yourself to a health spa or game of golf in the middle of the desert.

Day 2 – Set sail for Shab el Erg about 2 hours away. Shab el Erg is an atoll with great anchoring inside and crystal clear water. There is an idyllic pinnacle which you can snorkel with lots of lion fish and sometimes dolphins.

Day 3 – Set sail to Bluff point (3 hr sail). This spectacular anchorage has a beautiful  beach and a fantastic wall dive or snorkel, abundant with fish, turtles and a resident napoleon fish.

Day 4 – Shab umm Usk (1 hr sail ) is another atoll that you can enter with a variety of snorkels depending on the wind. It is however best known for its group of resident dolphins that often come for a play. For dinner it is possible to select a fresh fish or lobster from the local fisherman. 
 
Day 5 – For those who like water sports, Endeavour Island is your spot  which is a 1 hr  sail away. This very protected anchorage is great for water sports and some beach combing.

Day 6 and 7 – Depending on the weather it is possible to visit the national park of the Giftun Islands ( 3 hrs ) or Shab Ali (2 hrs ) in the straits of Gubal. If the weather is too windy which happens sometimes we can organise a trip to Luxor to see the Karnak temple and the valley of the Kings and Queens. If you wish to dive some of the numerous wreck dives it is no problem to rendezvous with a dive boat. It is also possible to incorporate the week with a PADI diving course, organised with a Swedish diving company called Colona dive situated at the marina of El Gouna.
 

The sleek and speedy exterior of the beautiful sailing yacht SPIIP is matched by her sumptuous interior which offers a light and airy design with splashes of bright fresh colour.  Charter sailing yacht SPIIP can accommodate 6 guests in 3 cabins with ensuite bathrooms including a huge master cabin located aft, a double and a convertible cabin that can either have a double bed or two twin bed configuration.

In April the yacht will relocate to the Western Mediterranean. Contact the team at CharterWorld to check availability and location details for the luxury sailing yacht SPIIP.