Yachts International July-August 2014

THE FUTURE OF SATCOM: STRONGER, FASTER, FARTHER

Bringing the World to the American Yachtsman

CONCEPT

YACHTS

WE LOVE

The

Annual

TOP

2 | JUNE 2014

ISSUE

The Largest

Yachts Launched in

The Past Year

SWEET

SENSATION

BENETTI’S 184-FOOT

LADY CANDY

ARRIVE IN

STYLE: LUXURY

LIMO TENDERS

Display Until August 25, 2014

© Agence VERTU / Photographies : Alexandre Leblanc – Jérôme Kélagopian

T H E U L T I M A T E

RENDEZ VOUS

914

SEPT 2014

www.cannesyachtingfestival.com

BOAT INDUSTRY PROFESSIONNALS, BADGE ORDER: WWW.PASSPORTNAUTIC.COM

ontents

[JULY/AUGUST 2014]

32

departments

6 From the Masthead

Thinking outside the bulkhead

8 Engage

Interaction with our readers

13 Making Waves

News, notes and new yachts

22 Pier to Peer

Real estate developer David V. Johnson finds good

business, better yachting in the BVI

24 Elec-Tech

Need for speed: Satcom faces a faster future

26 Sternlines

There’s no excuse for an ugly yacht

28 On Board

Princess S72

92 Your Yacht, Your Money

Owners beware: hidden costs in the MLC

94 Private Yacht Vacations

Superyacht values in smaller packages,

Cellar & Galley

features

32

48

57

64

76

82

The YACHTS INTERNATIONAL Top 10

Our annual review of the 10 largest yachts launched in the past year.

Luxury Limo Tenders

The limousine tender has become a must-have accouterment for the

superyacht cruising lifestyle.

Beyond the Spa

No longer content with a humble hot tub, owners are requesting bigger and

more sophisticated swimming pools as their yachts grow in size and volume.

Supersail Tech

As sailing yachts grow larger and more complex and owners demand greater

performance and higher levels of luxury, the industry rises to the occasion.

Custom Confection

Although based on a proven Benetti platform, 56-meter Lady Candy is very

much her owner’s girl—and how sweet she is.

Designers Gone Wild

Concepts: Flights of fancy or a window to the future of yachting?

ON THE COVER:

Benetti’s Lady Candy (Photo by Jeff Brown)

4 | YACHTS INTERNATIONAL | AUGUST 2014

Not simply an Express...

It’s an LPHA.

Alpha 87 Express Sportbridge

CHEOY LEE SHIPYARDS

(954) 527-0999 • inquiry@cheoylee.com • www.cl-alpha.com

Since 1870 Family Owned & Operated

LPHA SERIES

76 Express 76 Express Flybridge 87 Express Sportbridge

THEmasthead

from

THINKING OUTSIDE THE BULKHEAD

iI made a trip to Italy this past spring to see

some shipyards and visit with yacht builders

and designers. I was encouraged by

what appears to be a surge in activity after

a long stretch of challenging economic

conditions. Joiners were planing and sanding,

electricians were running miles of

wires and sparks were flying in the metal

shops. Innovation was in the air as well,

with builders and designers probing new

ways to enhance the yachting experience.

Innovation has become a bit of a hackneyed

term, referring to creative acts and

solutions that range from the thrilling and

brilliant to the utterly mundane. Formula

1 innovates with hybrid-powered race cars

to electrifying effect; Silicon Valley is all

about innovation; McDonald’s innovates

with salads. The timeworn corporate mantra

“innovate or die” is itself in need of

some innovation. Yet while the word innovation

is overused and sometimes nebulous,

it is a given that innovation must

happen to keep society moving forward.

Yacht owners want what they want, and

some want what they’ve always had, but

it’s probably safe to say most wouldn’t be

where they are—successful enough to own

a yacht—without having been innovative

somewhere along the line. As I coursed

through my itinerary in Italy, I spoke with

designers and builders who are prospecting

vigorously for the next new thing.

Rossinavi, in conjunction with designer

Horacio Bozzo, is developing a shallowdraft

displacement yacht for Americans

who prefer the volume a full-displacement

yacht offers, but who want to cruise the

Bahamas. Admiral Tecnomar, which is

launching five yachts this summer, continues

to develop hybrid propulsion schemes

as part of its commitment to energy efficiency.

The iconoclastic Luca Bassani

Antivari, founder and president of Wally

Yachts, continues to ponder ways to make

big-boat sailing more fun.

Give it to the Italians. Design is the “d”

in their DNA. Innovation is a birthright

and a sacred duty. Creative energy warms

their blood. My colleague and traveling

companion on that trip is a lifelong resident

of Genoa—a city that ran short of

parking shortly after the automobile was

invented. He has a one-car-wide, twocar-deep

garage on the ground floor of

his residence. Using hydraulic lifts and a

lateral rail system he conceived, he can fit

five cars in the garage along with scooters,

bikes and who knows what else. I found

it strangely evocative of the tender garages

on modern superyachts.

Of course, the Italians don’t have the

innovation market cornered. You’ll see

plenty of it on the boats in our feature on

the 10 largest yachts launched in the past

year. Our piece on superyacht swimming

pools explores some of the technical challenges

designers are encountering in the

face of increasing demand from owners

who want to move beyond the spa. And if

you really want to see brains high on innovation,

have a look at the snapshots of the

concept yachts we love. Most will never

escape the hard drives on which they were

created, but raise a glass to those designers

who are, as our senior editor Andrew

Parkinson said recently, thinking outside

the bulkhead.

COMING ATTRACTIONS

There comes a time when every magazine

needs a refresh. When next you lay eyes

on Yachts International, you’ll see the same

engaging content in an exciting, contemporary

package. The redesign of the

magazine will be followed soon after by a

complete refresh of our website that will

make it easier to navigate through the great

content our world-class writers and photographers

produce. We know you’ll like

what you see, but we’d love to hear what

you think.

Kenny Wooton

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

YOUR ASSIGNMENT: DROP US A LINE If you like what you’re reading in Yachts International—

or even if you don’t—we’d love to hear from you. Send us an email: yachtsmail@aimmedia.com, or

visit us at yachtsinternational.com or at facebook.com/yachtsinternational


award-winning performance

With seven awards from around the globe, Heesen is exceptionally proud of 65 metre Galactica Star. We would like

to thank everyone who made her possible, from the visionary Owners to the talented designers and craftsmen who

built her. Galactica Star embodies Heesen excellence in innovation, engineering and custom design - the world's first

revolutionary fast displacement yacht, she sails further, faster and uses 20 per cent less fuel than any other yacht of her size.

+31 (0)412 66 55 44

sales@heesenyachts.com

www.heesenyachts.com

engage

HAVE A COMMENT OR SUGGESTION? WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU.

Write to us at: Yachts International, The Quay, 1535 SE 17th Street, B201, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316. Or e-mail us at: yachtsmail@aimmedia.com

Maybe I’m just paying closer attention, but it

seems your storylines have taken a fresh new

tack of late. By all means, please continue to

ride that lay line! Caught a glimpse of the

Nordhavn 120 Aurora near Vancouver a few

months ago, and enjoyed reading about her

in your magazine a few weeks later. I had no

idea she just crossed the Pacific. Can’t wait to

receive the next issue.

—Paul Bartlett, Anacortes, WA

ED: Happy to hear you’re liking where

we’re going. In case you missed it, there

is some unbelievably cool video

of the Aurora delivery on our

website: yachtsinternational.com/

nordhavn-120-aurora

Congratulations on the excellent

article “Origins of the Racing

Stripe” in your May/June issue. The

U.S. Coast Guard rarely gets the

recognition it deserves for the many heroic

services they perform on a daily basis to preserve

the skins of we the boating public. Your

story on the origin of the racing stripe was

informative and reminds us yet again of the

huge debt we owe to the men and women

who serve in this branch of the service.

For me the story also stirred old memories

of racing against Bill Snaith in the SORC

Series in the late ’60s. Always a ferocious

competitor on the water, he was a true

gentleman on land and never averse to a

good party when the racing was done! I

believe his agency was also responsible for

the design of the Coca-Cola bottle.

As a longtime reader of Yachts International,

I have found your recent issues to be

refreshingly different in both content and

style. I like it—keep up the good work!

—Glenn White, Fort Lauderdale

By the Numbers

At only 16,485 square miles, Holland ranks somewhere between Maryland and West

Virginia in size. Yet last year alone, Dutch shipyards delivered 23 superyachts worth

nearly $1.1 billion and received 36 new orders worth more than $1.9 billion.


THE DNA OF YACHTING

Lürssen Yachts · phone: +49 421 6604 166

email: yachts@lurssen.com · www.lurssen.com

POWERED BY EXCELLENCE.

A brand of AZIMUT | BENETTI Group.

BENETTI INTRODUCES THE NEW FAST DISPLACEMENT ERA.

Benetti enters a new era with a third generation of yachts to complete the Class Range.

More speed and better performance, all delivered with the navigation efficiency of the patented

new D2P hull, developed through constant research into advanced technology.

Today Benetti presents the dynamic new sporting spirit that lies at the heart of the brand,

with all the comfort, construction quality and customisation excellence that have satisfied

the world’s most demanding Owners for the last 140 years.

benettiyachts.it

CLASS F

CLASS D

CUSTOM

F 125’ Veloce 140’

93’

108’ 121’ 132’ 140’

145’

Over 45 metres

achtsinternational.com

WHAT’S ONLINE | JULY-AUGUST 2014

TRY OUR NEWSLETTERS

Making Waves Today

Get the latest news, special features and the most

popular stories online sent directly to your inbox.

Charter Extra

Experience the luxury

lifestyle, from alluring

getaways near and far

to new yachts in the

fleet, plus all the latest

charter industry news.

Sign up to receive Making Waves Today or

Charter Extra at yachtsinternational.com

FEATURED ONLINE

››

Dutch Dynasty

A tour through Holland’s shipyards reveals how a

charming tradition satisfies global demand.

Get the exclusive story plus photos and video at

yachtsinternational.com/dutchdominion

Socialize

Join our growing

social media

community and

stay connected.

Like us at

facebook.com/

yachtsinternational

Follow our editors

on Twitter:

@yachtsUSeditor

Carbon

fibre

0% corrosion

100% green

100% lightweight

original only by

sun awning system

...the most professional way

of providing shade.

State of the art

The application variety of the system

and its multiple design options make the

multiplex sun awning system one of the

favored sun awning systems

on modern yachts.

Find many new references

on our homepage.

Find more information on our homepage.

www.multiplexgmbh.com


MAKING

AVES

Sunreef Yachts Reveals 92 Double Deck Cat

After unveiling an original Double Deck catamaran concept in 2009, Sunreef has just introduced a 92 Double Deck boasting almost 4,630 square feet

(430 square meters) of living space—twice as much as the 82 model introduced in 2012. The 92-foot (28-meter) yacht accommodates up to 12 guests

with privacy thanks to separate-access crew quarters. Total living area is arranged over two floors with panoramic views. The forward master suite

offers a king-size bed and corner lounge with sofa and armchairs, plus an office space. The main deck features a large salon with portside galley and

a mezzanine floor with a navigation station to starboard. Guest cabins offer queen-size beds, spacious wardrobes with lockers and private bathrooms

with showers. Each cabin has its own audio-video system and individually controlled a/c. A portside gym and steam sauna are optional. The main helm

station is on the sundeck along with a dining area for 12 guests, sunpads and a bar with barbecue. Launch is scheduled for mid-2015.

For more information: + 48 58 769 77 77, sunreef-yachts.com

YACHTSINTERNATIONAL.COM | 13

MAKING

AVES

Paragon Motor Yachts Announces Bahama SkyMaster

Paragon Motor Yachts announced the construction of a custom 100-foot (30.5-meter) Bahama SkyMaster for a repeat client. The model is named

for its “Bahamas House,” a superstructure featuring vertical windows to brighten the interior while reducing heat and a/c load. The SkyMaster also

features Paragon’s new Bahamas Cockpit design—a large mezzanine cockpit for entertaining. Her Marty Lowe interior accommodates eight guests

in three king-bed staterooms plus a fourth queen-bed stateroom with additional bunk, and includes accommodations for a captain and three crew.

The SkyMaster will debut at the 2014 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.

For more information: 949 673 1910, paragonmotoryachts.com

Sanlorenzo Introduces Explorer Yacht

Sanlorenzo has presented its first-ever Explorer model, the

460Exp, a 138-foot (42-meter) steel displacement hull with aluminum

superstructure. Specifically designed for long-range cruising,

the 460Exp is classified as Green Plus by RINA. A large lower-deck

stern area allows the 460Exp to host an arsenal of supplementary

vessels up to 30 feet (9.1 meters), along with a wide variety of

toys. Free of toys, her teak stern deck becomes a recreational

area with a swimming pool, beach club, bar and sauna. The interior

offers four double-bed cabins plus a wellness room with a second

swimming pool, gym, sauna and Turkish bath.

For more information: +39 0187 6181, sanlorenzoyacht.com

Moonen Unveils Caribbean Range

Moonen Shipyards has introduced a series of motoryachts called Caribbean.

Comprising six designs from 85 to 126 feet (25.9 to 38.4 meters), Moonen’s

Caribbean series brings a modern twist to the Dutch shipyard’s distinctive

style. Six models will be available: the Mariana 85, Montserrat 100, Matica

105, Mustique 112, Martinique 120 and Marquis 126, all named for islands in

the Caribbean. Styling will include a low profile, sharp lines, vertical windows,

a knuckle in the bow and a characteristic Moonen feel. The Martinique

model will launch in summer 2016 featuring a main-deck master suite

with panoramic views, a country-kitchen galley, a roomy salon and outside

space on the wheelhouse deck, a large swim platform and an engine room

designed for easy maintenance. The Caribbean series employs a new hull

design to achieve higher speeds than normal full-displacement yachts.

For more information: +31 0 73 621 00 94, moonen.com


MAKING

AVES

Veterinarian Caters to Owners,

Charterers Cruising with Pets

Dr. Siobhan Brade, a veterinarian in New Zealand, got a call one day

from her sister, who works in the superyacht industry. Her sister’s colleague

needed help organizing travel vaccinations and paperwork for a

dog heading off on a yachting holiday. Could she help?

Little did Brade know that when she said yes, she had put herself on

a path that has since led her to work with dogs aboard 137-foot (42-

meter) Troy Marine The Big Blue, 295-foot (90-meter) Royal Huisman

Athena and more. Her experiences taught her about the need for veterinary

assistance among yacht owners and charter clients, which led her to

open Superyacht Veterinary Service for worldwide cruising.

Superyacht Veterinary Service offers packages as well as bespoke options

for everything from country risk assessments to pre-cruise inoculations

and onboard veterinary support during yacht-based quarantine periods.

The more lead time clients provide, the better—at least a week in most

cases, and ideally, a year before embarkation dates.

“The best thing for a dog, to be ever-ready to travel, there’s a certain set

of baseline requirements for going into any country: an up-to-date rabies

vaccination, a blood test three months after the rabies vaccination, upto-date

vaccinations and worming treatments,” she says. “If you are out

of date by even one day on those things, that’s a lapse in the eyes of the

law and it can put you back months.”

After that, dealing with countries where yachts cruise becomes a matter

of paperwork. Endless paperwork.

“Basically, there are rules written for one animal going on one plane to

one place and staying there a long time,” she explains. “Some countries

have yacht-specific policies for dogs traveling from one place to another,

but others don’t. If you looked it up, the rules might make it look impossible

for your dog to enter a country. The biosecurity rules are very

important, and it’s not a matter of getting around them, but if you have

somebody who understands the rules and can speak to the authorities in

a way that adheres to the same biosecurity standards, that’s very helpful.”

Brade also helps dog owners understand how cruising in certain locations

may make returning back home a challenge.

“Places like Vietnam or Korea or Russia, where rabies is endemic, it

becomes more complicated to bring your dog home,” she says. “That

needs to be organized before you start your travel. The last thing you

want is for your dog to be stuck in a country when you’re leaving.”

—Kim Kavin

For more information: +64 21 669 162, superyachtvet.com

Riva Announces 88-foot Miami Model

Riva, part of the Ferretti Group, has introduced an 88-foot (26.8-meter)

Miami model slated for completion by the end of 2014. The successor to the

Riva Bahamas—the first model entirely designed by Mauro Micheli—the Riva

Miami fuses an open and a coupe into one vessel employing Riva’s patented

Convertible Top system. Hull number one will be presented in regal silver, the

same shade recently used on Riva’s flagship 122-foot (37.2-meter) Mythos.

The contemporary interior by Officina Italiana Design includes four cabins

with en suite heads. Twin MTU 16V 2000 M93s are expected to supply a top

speed of almost 39 knots. Her official world premiere is planned for early

2015.

For more information: +39 0543 787511, riva-yacht.com


MAKING

AVES

Azimut 77S Set for

Cannes Debut

With four boats already sold, Azimut will

debut its 77S at the autumn 2014 Cannes

boat show. Features include a pivoting stern

platform for flexibility, a vertical bow, a single

large deckhouse window, a glazed roof

and improved fuel efficiency. The 77-footer

(23.5-meter) boasts a streamlined silhouette

designed by Stefano Righini. Her Italian-style

interior by Carlo Galeazzi features polished

zebrano wood and hand-sewn leather. Her

salon and dining area offer abundant natural

light from large lateral windows, wide glazed

entry doors, the bow windshield and the

glazed roof. A full-beam owner’s cabin is

amidships with a VIP cabin forward and two

guest cabins to port and starboard. The 77S

is equipped with three 900-horsepower

Volvo Penta diesels with IPS, plus a specially

designed keel, for a top speed of more than

36 knots.

For more information: +39 011 93 161,

azimutyachts.net

Lürssen Launches Ester III

Lürssen has launched 216-foot (65.8-meter) Ester III—formerly known as project Green—at

the shipyard’s Rendsburg facility. Designed by Espen Øino in close collaboration with the owner,

the steel-and-aluminum yacht is now in the final phase of construction before her planned fall

delivery. The interior, currently being installed, is the work of Reymond Langton, whose elaborate

design and joinery work coupled with loose pieces of furniture made by Silverlining are said

to have created a striking inside space. Other notable features include large vertical windows

forward on the main deck, an eye-catching white-and-gray paint job and a large helipad above

the wheelhouse.

For more information: +49 0 421 6604 166, luerssen-yachts.com


MAKING

AVES

Cantiere Delle Marche Delivers

Darwin 86

Italian shipyard Cantiere delle Marche has delivered Gra Nil, a steel

and aluminum 86-foot (26.2-meter) Darwin Class Explorer vessel

designed by Sergio Cutolo. She is the fifth delivery in the Darwin

Class line, which launched in 2011. With a gunmetal gray hull, Gra

Nil features a bright, custom interior—thanks to portholes doubled

in size from the original Darwin 86 line—that houses the owner’s

collection of contemporary artwork. Noteworthy owner customizations

include a hydraulic swim platform, an interior dehumidification

system, a sophisticated anti-intrusion system and a convertible

hardtop sky lounge with a high-fidelity entertainment system.

For more information: +39 071 206705, cantieredellemarche.it

9The position on the Top

100 list of Fincantieri’s

Victory—the largest yacht

expected to be launched

in 2014. She is 140

meters (459.3 feet).

Italy’s Comitti Yachts Coming to Miami

Comitti Yachts’ signature retro runabouts are headed to South Florida’s

waterways thanks to Miami-based luxury yachts purveyor YachtBrasil USA.

With a recently introduced “V” hull, the Comitti runabouts are designed for

rough-water handling and to produce ideal wakes for water skiing. Models

range from 22 to 35 feet (6.5 to 10.5 meters) with gasoline or diesel engines

from Mercruiser and Volvo. In support of its new partnership with Comitti

Yachts, YachtBrasil USA has employed Miami advertising and marketing

agency Glo Creative to launch a multimedia marketing campaign.

For more information: 305 722 7200, yachtbrazilusa.com; 802 863 8829,

comittigroup.com


Think about it...

What yachting is really about

Is your yacht still a project number, a work site wrapped in scaffolding, or are you

already enjoying life’s best moments on board with the ones you cherish most? At

Amels we understand what yachting is really about. We create your vision to

the absolute highest quality in less time. Experience the pinnacle of yachting with a

proven and trusted Amels Limited Editions platform from 55 up to 83 metres, built to a

Tim Heywood exterior design and interior design of your choice. On time and on budget.

At Amels, we deliver what we promise.

INTERACTIVE CONTENT!

SCAN THIS PAGE WITH

THE FREE LAYAR APP

MAKING

ISA Inks 233-foot

(71-meter) Completion

Contract

ISA Yachts secured the contract for completion of

a 233-footer. The work will include the technical

areas, commissioning of the yacht’s systems and

installation of the interior guest areas and exterior

furniture following design specifications from H2

Yacht Design. Her interior layout features a large

salon with adjoining dining room on the main

deck plus a dedicated TV lounge on the upper

deck. Accommodations span two owner suites—

one on the main deck and one on the lower deck,

with a hinged shell door that converts to a sealevel

platform—and five guest cabins.

For more information: +39 071 502191,

isayachts.com

AVES

Numarine Introduces the 70HT

Designer Can Yalman will collaborate with naval architect Tony Castro on Numarine’s

newest project, the 70HT. Borrowing design traits from the previously launched 78HT, the

70-footer (21.3-meter) will employ a similar vacuum-infusion construction process, bold

lines and a performance-driven hull mold. The model will emphasize use of space and

light courtesy of a large, one-piece windshield along with oversized windows in the salon

and master cabin. Her contemporary interior will include modern colors, lacquers and

wood veneer across two standard layout combinations: three cabins with the galley down

and full dining area in the salon, or four cabins with the galley up. Her cockpit features an

aft-facing sunpad, dining area with wet bar and hydraulic swim platform. Powered by twin

MAN 1200s, the 70HT delivers a top speed of 34 knots.

For more information: +90 533 481 04 56, numarine.com

Heesen Launches My Sky

Launched on schedule in Oss, Holland, 167-foot (51-meter)

My Sky is a full-displacement motoryacht with a range of

5,400 nautical miles at 10 knots. Her bold, yet silky exterior

by Frank Laupman of Omega Architects benefits from flushmounted

tinted windows that are thermo-bonded to the

superstructure, creating a continuous wall of glass. Architect

Erick van Egeraat designed her interior, which presents a

modish contrast between light and dark with crisp white

leather, dark high-gloss Makassar wood and natural stone

inlay patterns of white onyx with black marble. My Sky

accommodates 12 guests in five cabins. Her full-beam

main-deck master suite features a stone-clad steam shower

within the en suite head. Delivery is slated for November

after sea trials.

For more information: +31 (0)412 66 55 44, heesenyachts.nl


PIER

PEER

David V. Johnson

A REAL ESTATE DEVELOPER

DISCOVERS LIFE IN THE BVI YIELDS

GOOD BUSINESS AND BETTER

YACHTING.

By Jill Bobrow

David V. Johnson hails from Michigan, but

for the past six years, he has resided in the

British Virgin Islands. A self-starter with a keen

entrepreneurial spirit, he makes his living in

large-scale real estate projects. His company,

Victor International, created more than 40

residential, commercial and resort developments—notably

Turtle Lake, an exclusive

community on 250 acres in Bloomfield Hills in

southeastern Michigan, and the award-winning,

1,200-acre Bay Harbor reclamation project on

Lake Michigan with a five-mile frontage, luxury

homes, yacht club, golf course, conference

center, restaurants and boutiques. Johnson

has won numerous awards and accolades for

environmentalism, leadership and excellence in

planning and design. Today, his primary business

focus is the BVI, including Biras Creek Resort,

the YCCS Marina and Oil Nut Bay.

I met Johnson aboard his 130-foot

Westport Resolute. We talked about his life,

his work, his business philosophy and his love

of the water and yachting. Attired in khakis,

a navy blue polo shirt and wire-rimmed

spectacles, Johnson’s demeanor is relaxed and

attentive. Next to his chair is a cane.

I realize the story of your disability is

by now something you have put behind

you, but do you mind recounting what

happened?

Thirty-five years ago, just prior to my 29th

birthday, I was diving into a swimming pool

and somehow twisted myself and hit the

water sideways. It was a freak accident. The C6

vertebra in my neck exploded in 13 places.

Needless to say, the multiple fractures wreaked

havoc with my motor and sensory systems.

After examining my X-rays, the doctors told

me I would be completely paralyzed from the

shoulders down. In those days MRIs did not

exist. I was in intensive care for two weeks.

Then, after six weeks in the hospital, I began to

have sensitivity on my left side. With determination,

therapy and a lot of hard work, I began

to achieve more and more mobility.

There’s no doubt dealing with the

aftermath of this random accident created

some drastic changes in your life.

Viewing the world from a wheelchair

provided me with a very different perspective.

For instance, I remember a moment in time

truly noticing the fall colors, really seeing the

leaves on the trees, noticing droplets of water

on them, admiring the sun sparkling through

the foliage. I began to have more of an appreciation

not only of nature, but also of art in

all its forms. Prior to my accident, I was a

more science-based person and not so keenly

aware of the natural stimulus around me.

Has that awareness played a part in

how you have lived subsequent to your

accident?

I feel strongly that one has to be mindful

of the environment. An integral part of our

business practice is to integrate our high

standards for luxury with environmentally

friendly design.

Was real estate a family business?

No. My father immigrated to Michigan from

Sweden. He was a hardworking tool-and-die

maker who gave me a strong work ethic. He

also instilled in me a deep sense of responsibility

to others.

Did you grow up boating?

My father was not a boater, but when I

was little, he participated in a church camp

on Lake Michigan. I was around 10 years

old when a friend and I resurrected an old

outboard engine by cleaning it in some

dishwashing detergent. We got it running and

put it on an old 15-foot wooden boat. My

parents gave us permission to use it under

one restriction: the boat had to be tied to the

dock. So, I guess you could say my first foray

into boating was within a small perimeter—at

the end of a 300-foot leash tied to a pier.

And when you were no longer tied to

the dock?

Lake Michigan was always a strong presence,

so the water was important to me. A boat

enabled me to explore, so over the years, I

procured a series of outboard boats, progressively

moving up in size.


What brought you to the Caribbean?

With my disability, I can no longer take the

ice and the cold. The long, harsh winters in

Michigan were very difficult. I need to be

somewhere warm. I discovered the BVI and

have pretty much lived there since 2008.

Always eager for a good project, my company

acquired Biras Creek Resort and we created

a superyacht marina in the North Sound of

Virgin Gorda. After it was built, we brought

in His Highness the Aga Khan and Yacht Club

Costa Smeralda in Sardinia (YCCS) as partners.

Now I am also immersed in establishing

a luxury resort community at Oil Nut Bay

on the northern tip of Virgin Gorda as well

as constructing another marina there. It is an

incredibly beautiful 300-acre property, and the

island temperature is perfect for me at least

10 months of the year.

With all the work you are doing on

Oil Nut Bay, do you have any time for

boating?

My yacht gives me incredible freedom and is

very important to me. When we were building

YCCS, we pretty much lived on Resolute

for four years, so I dare say I have been

aboard my yacht a lot more than most owners.

Boating is also an integral part of the BVI.

There are many islands and islets to explore.

To get to Oil Nut Bay, you have to get there

by boat, private charter or helicopter.

Do you have time to cruise elsewhere

in the Caribbean?

Well, the other day, we took a RIB over to

Anegada for lunch. The water clarity there is

absolutely amazing. With Resolute, we often

take off for a night or two and anchor out

off any number of islands or rocks and enjoy

swimming, snorkeling and diving. These are

sports I am able to do easily. I find the water

absolutely magical and healing. In the water, I

have freedom of movement.

What are the most important things

in your life?

The most important things to me are God,

family, my extended family, my team with

whom I work every day and the owners of

my properties. I care about their happiness

and consider them all close friends now.

Your work seems like a major focus for

you. Have you found balance in your

life?

I do not have a 9-to-5 life, and my wife would

say I am a workaholic, but my work is my passion.

I enjoy creating things that are spectacular,

that make a difference in people’s lives. I have a

vision, I implement the vision and then I police

it to make sure it is maintained. In building

our marina, we do it without disturbing the

mangroves. We make sure our architecture

is not monolithic so as to be an eyesore on

the landscape. All our buildings must be one

story high, plus 50 percent of the property will

remain wild with built-in hiking trails so that

nature can be enjoyed. I wish to create a family

resort where owners bring their families for

generations and care for each other, a place

that will hold up in 100 years’ time.

Do you have any significant new personal

goals?

I am learning to sail. When I was a kid, I

sampled a Sunfish, but recently, I have had a

chance to sail on the J-Class Ranger and the

Dubois-designed Zefira and loved them both.

I also did some racing on a 60-foot daysailer. I

have always been into motorboats, but sailing

is a new kind of fun and new freedom. For

me there is always something new to get

excited about.


ELEC

TECH

Picking Up

the Pace

INMARSAT’S GLOBAL XPRESS, COMING

ONLINE IN 2015, PROMISES A QUANTUM

LEAP IN AT-SEA COMMUNICATION SPEED.

BY MARK THEISSEN

There’s a new buzz around global trade show

circuits, and it isn’t static from the multitudes

of microprocessors, flux capacitors and other

high-tech widgets. A 31-year-old company by

the name of Inmarsat—perhaps you’ve heard

of it—is promising to change the satellite

communication landscape with a brand-new

Ka-band satellite network. The result of a $1.2

billion investment with U.S. aerospace manufacturer

Boeing, Global Xpress (GX) is a super-fast

broadband innovation. Inmarsat claims it will

offer staggering speeds of up to 50 megabits

per second (mbps) download and up to 5

mbps upload with 99.5-percent coverage availability

worldwide.

ABOVE: Inmarsat ordered three Ka-band Inmarsat-5 satellites from Boeing for about $1 billion to

deliver faster broadband to its customers. The first two have already been launched and positioned.

Just how fast are we talking? Consider the

early models of the 1980s, which offered a leisurely

64 kilobits per second (kbps) along with

$10-per-minute phone calls and a dome about

the size of an igloo. Later models achieved

speeds of up to 432 kbps at a fraction of the

price while halving the size of the dome to 1

meter (3.28 feet) or using a dish of 50 centimeters

(19.6 inches). It doesn’t take a rocket

scientist to fathom that GX’s promise of up to

50 megabits per second would be delivering

some serious bandwidth. And according to

Inmarsat, rates for this service are projected to

give existing, slower VSAT a run for its money.

Implementation of GX remains on schedule

for a 2015 rollout. Two of the three required

Inmarsat-5 (I-5) satellites constructed by Boeing

have already been launched and positioned for

coverage in the Indian and Atlantic oceans. A

third satellite, which will service the Pacific, is

expected to be in place by the end of the year.

Inmarsat also plans to launch a fourth satellite

for backup in addition to its existing I-4 (Fleet

Broadband) satellite network. Each I-5 satellite

will carry 89 Ka-band beams and will operate in

geosynchronous orbit with flexible global coverage.

When operational, the I-5 satellites will

provide Inmarsat with a comprehensive range

of global mobile satellite services including

broadband communications for deep-sea vessels,

in-flight connectivity for airline passengers

and streaming high-resolution video, voice and

data. Essentially, it means lightning-fast, dependable

broadband options for any moving vessel,

anywhere.

The GX network is being built with loadbalancing

capabilities vital to network efficiency.

For a practical example, consider being tied up

in St. Barth’s for New Year’s festivities alongside

a hundred other yachts and trying to log on

to the Internet. On the traditional shared plan,

competing with so many other VSAT systems in


ABOVE AND BELOW: Once the I-5 satellites are operational, Inmarsat anticipates the ability to

provide lightning-fast, dependable broadband options for any moving vessel, anywhere.

one place means you’ll likely encounter agonizingly

slow connectivity speeds. (Ever tried

uploading a selfie to Facebook at the Fort

Lauderdale boat show?) To the contrary, the

Global Xpress network will offer the ability

to allocate bandwidth to spots with greater

need, ensuring dependable service along with

those high speeds.

Inmarsat also has been working with

Cisco on a new product that would enhance

the state-of-the-art network experience in

a package comparable to the iTunes Store.

Inmarsat will be introducing Fleet Media,

offering digital distribution of the newest

Hollywood releases, current television programming,

live sports and news. In addition

to various services we enjoy at home such

as video conferencing, streaming and cloud

service, GX will provide maritime applications

for vessel monitoring, nav chart updates and

automatic course and routing adjustments

based on weather.

Inmarsat says it will complement the GX

network with a “magic box,” giving owners,

guests and crew the freedom to manage,

monitor and control their own bandwidth.

No mobile service available?

No problem. Cellphone use

on board would be covered

on the plan through iFusion.

Aviation in-flight infotainment

and Wi-Fi companies

such as Gogo are already

on board with GX to bring

their passengers the same

connectivity in the air as

they have at home.

Yacht charter stands to

benefit as well. As the need

for better crew benefits

grows (MLC 2006 suggests

providing reasonable

access to e-mail, among other things),

Global Xpress would be in position to provide

a better user experience for browsing,

voice and media services. In addition,

integrating the ship into the corporate

office becomes reality, not just a sales pitch.

The advent of modern electronics means

many ships’ systems can be monitored in

real time, and Global Xpress will be well

positioned to meet those demands as well.

As GX’s blip on the radar screen edges

closer, discussion has gained real momentum

in tech circles. If the finished product lives up

to expectations, it would be a quantum leap

in terms of the VSAT status quo—perhaps

even to the extent of the shock and awe we

experienced when fiber optic sent traditional

cable back to the Stone Age.

Of course, Inmarsat will never be the

only solution in town. Several other providers,

most of whom operate in the Ku-band

spectrum, will continue to offer working

regional coverage. As with any new technology,

speculation and skepticism are to

be expected. Only time and testing will tell,

but given the logistics and the strides made

to date, we might just be on the brink of

a revolution in the way we communicate

at sea.

For more information: 954 828 0720,

telemargroup.com

MARK THEISSEN, a graduate of the

Massachusetts Maritime Academy, has

been in the field of maritime technology

integration and airtime since 2005.

He has worked in both Europe and the

United States serving markets worldwide

in the fields of navigation, communication,

IT, CCTV and A/V. His projects include the

Maltese Falcon, a complete Staten Island

Ferries navigation suite refit along with vessel traffic monitoring

systems, several new-build projects in Turkey, Croatia and Germany,

and service coordination worldwide through Telemar’s 19 offices

and 250-agent network with 10,000-plus service calls a year and

annual revenue in excess of 120 million euros.

QUESTIONS ABOUT ELECTRONICS? WRITE TO US AT: YACHTSMAIL@AIMMEDIA.COM


TERNLINES

My, Isn’t She Special

Sorry, but there’s no excuse for an ugly yacht.

By Dudley Dawson

Beauty is hard to define, but ugly is easy.

We know an ugly yacht when we see

one, resorting to classic ugly baby comments

such as, “My, isn’t she a special thing.”

Jack Hargrave, the late designer and my

mentor, once opined in a paper on yacht

aesthetics that while safety and functionality

are essential, so is beauty. He closed with the

thought, as politically incorrect then as it is

now, “If both gals can cook, why not marry

the pretty one?”

That point was brought home to me

more personally by Hargrave on another

occasion. He was looking over my shoulder

one day at a commercial fishing trawler on

my board when he bluntly remarked, “Well,

that’s a little disaster. Just because it’s a workboat

doesn’t mean it has to be ugly.” A few

strokes of his omnipresent number two

pencil quickly remedied the problem. Lesson

learned on my part.

That’s why it’s so surprising that

Hargrave himself penned a few ladies that

were clearly having bad-hair days, and

he wasn’t alone in that dichotomy. On

the other side of the Atlantic during that

same era, Jon Bannenberg was building

an enviable reputation of his own. From

his board came what I still consider one

of the most beautiful motoryachts ever

built, Carinthia V, with her streamlined blue

hull and minimal superstructure. Another

of Bannenberg’s more innovative designs,

though, ranks right up there on the negative

side of my personal “picks and pans”

list. I had a chance to spend some time

aboard that yacht and found her no better

inside than out.

Traditionally, most ugly yachts have

resulted from trying to stuff too much into

a given length. I once had a client tell me

at the beginning of a new project, “I want

the biggest yacht of its length afloat.” Well,

that’s what he got, and while she performed

acceptably well, even garnering a design

award, she’s not among the fleet of photos

on my wall. The yacht’s hull was too short

and too fat, with grace more akin to a Vienna

sausage than a Viennese waltz.

Other yachts bloat the superstructure

rather than the hull. One new superyacht

looks so much like the Hindenburg, I expect

dockside observers to cry out, “Oh, the

humanity!” My auburn-haired sweetheart

had other thoughts. She took one glance and

remarked that it looked more like a suppository

than a yacht. Perhaps that’s a blessing,

given what the owner is likely to experience

when the yacht is put up for resale.

As bad as these yachts are, though, at

least there is an excuse for their unfortunate

forms: getting the most enclosed living area

for one’s money. Something has changed,

with a new generation of superyachts that

seems to borrow from post-modern architecture.

I’ll admit I’m one of those classicists

who has issues with such design, embracing

the words of Prince Charles as he famously

described one such shoreside project as “a

monstrous carbuncle.”

Every yacht is, in essence, a manifestation

of the owner’s wishes, so I’ll grant a

little leeway, though not a full pardon, to the

designers and builders on this. They may be

quite aware they’ve birthed a “special thing,”

no matter how well they’ve executed the

owner’s vision. Not wanting to offend their

patron, they coyly refer to “the owner’s

desire to make a bold statement” as the

yacht’s raison d’être.

Just what might that bold statement

be? Could it be a two-word phrase that

embodies ultimate disdain for what anyone

else thinks? While many observers compared

a recent superyacht’s appearance to

a great white submarine, one rogue blogger

has suggested that its long featureless

hull resembles an extended middle finger.

That blogger is my new hero, the yachting

equivalent of the little child in Hans

Christian Andersen’s classic tale of “The

Emperor’s New Clothes,” crying out, “But

he isn’t wearing anything at all!”

LET US KNOW WHAT INSPIRES YOU, INFORMS YOU OR BUGS YOU WORSE THAN BARNACLES ON YOUR BOTTOM.

SEND YOUR COMMENTS TO: YACHTSMAIL@AIMMEDIA.COM


[ ON BOARD]

Totally

Top Shelf

First in a new class of big sportsters from

Princess Yachts, the S72 takes the luxury,

ease of management and family-centric fun

of an express boat to even loftier heights.

BY Capt. Bill Pike

A COUPLE OF YEARS AGO, I HAD AN OPPORTUNITY

to sea trial a Princess V72 on Long Island Sound and came away

really liking the boat. She was fun to drive and offered exceptionally

authoritative, conventional inboard-type maneuverability

dockside thanks in part to a couple of variable-speed thrusters

(bow and stern) from Side-Power. She was solidly constructed by

the limey blokes across the pond, and she was elegantly finished in

fine English woods, leathers and fabrics.

But while my time on board the V72 was certainly enjoyable, I

must admit I like the new Princess S72—a snazzier, more-aggressivelooking

72-footer I recently sea trialed at the Viking Yachts Service

Center in Riviera Beach, Florida—even more. She’s got something

that’s altogether fabulous, something the V72 didn’t have: a flybridge.

Let’s face it. When done right, blending a bridge into an older,

express-type design produces at least one undeniable stylistic virtue:

pure, hammer-down raciness. And dockside, the S72 appears

so vivacious and swept-back that, as I walked up with test gear

in hand, she already seemed to be doing about 50 knots despite

the fact that her massive, Princess-forged-and-polished cleats were

secured to the dock with a veritable web of mooring lines.

“Got a feeling this test is going to be fun,” I told James Nobel,

the marketing director for Princess Yachts America, as I came

aboard, “and fast.”

Flybridges have other virtues as well, of course, from providing

lofty sight lines for navigation to syncing a navigator into

the immediate environment, handing him information that’s

beyond the secondhand representations of mere electronics and


The first model in a new class of sportsters from Princess Yachts, the

S72 shows off a racy flybridge and a top speed of more than 37 knots.


mechanicals—tools that sometimes produce a false sense of security

within a sound-insulated, weather-resistant wheelhouse.

“Totally cool,” I opined from the adjustable driver’s seat on the

S72’s flybridge, subsuming all of the aforementioned virtues and

advantages in one breezy comment. At the time, we were entering

the jetties of Lake Worth Inlet—inbound—with the palm-shady

shores of Peanut Island on the nose. Sight lines were superb. The

big, beefy CAT sticks to the right of the steering wheel were set

at 1750 rpm, producing a smooth cruise of 23 knots or thereabouts,

and her deep-V running surface underfoot was tracking

like gangbusters.

Totally cool, indeed. We’d just finished collecting our test data

offshore, amid a roistering mob of 4-footers in the Gulf Stream,

putting the lower helm station’s quiet, American-walnut-paneled

ambiance (and its two Besenzoni helm chairs) to good use. The

S72 had turned in an average top hop of 37.1 knots. Running attitudes

were absolutely perfect (beyond 1250, they held steady at

4 degrees, the optimum angle of attack for a planing powerboat).

The remarkably low sound levels no doubt reflected Princess’

healthy sound-and-vibration attenuation program. Tactical turning

diameters had been broad, whether I spun the power-assisted

steering wheel hard to port or hard to starboard, and I’d estimated

both to be about four boatlengths.

“She’s quick to respond,” I commented while dealing with some

traffic along the southern edge of Peanut. “You can start a turn

quick and stop it just as quick, with virtually no opposite rudder.”

My walk-through of the S72 with Nobel had two sides to it. On

the one hand, the interior was pretty much a dead ringer for the

interior of the Princess V72 I’d sea trialed back in 2012: three staterooms

(a full-beam master, a VIP forward and a convertible twin to

starboard, opposite the galley), each with an en

suite head and separate shower stall. Topside,

the main-deck layout offered a starboard helm

station forward with excellent sight lines and

a large salon with residential-style furnishings

opening into a teak-paved cockpit. The finish

throughout was impeccable, and I was especially

impressed with the woodworking expertise

evident in the cabinets, doors and lockers

on board, the premium outfitting regime of

soft custom carpeting underfoot (except in

way of the wenge flooring) and the high-end

appliances.

But there are some key differences between

the S72 and her predecessor. The salon windows

have been enlarged on the S72, and,

to boost sociability, the portside credenza

was replaced with a couple of end tables and

an interstitial sofa. An optional Seakeeper

M26000 gyro stabilizer was also installed—a

move destined to obviate or reduce roll, both

at anchor and when underway.

ABOVE: Residential-style furnishings and soft custom carpeting warm the

roomy salon, which opens onto a teak-paved cockpit. BELOW: The galley

showcases woodworking expertise in the cabinetry and employs high-end

appliances for functionality and comfort at sea.


Nobel and I finished up in the engine room. Upon entering

via a hatch in the cockpit sole and a rather difficult-to-negotiate,

near-vertical ladder, I found the place to be lofty (with 7-foot

headroom), broad (with well over 2 feet between the mains)

and nicely lit.

“As you know, I really liked the V72 I ran up north a couple

of years ago,” I said as we parted company on our test boat’s

immense, hydraulically actuated swim platform, with easy

access to both the tender garage and the crew’s quarters.

“Yeah, you did,” Nobel said with a grin.

“But I gotta say, James,” I replied, nodding toward the flybridge

above us, “I like this baby a heck of a lot more.”

For more information: 561 840 1940, princessyachtsamerica.com

RIGHT: The full-beam master stateroom is impeccably finished, with large

windows that allow plenty of natural night.

RPM KNOTS GPH RANGE dB(A)

650 7.5 6 1,427 63

1000 11.3 24 537 66

1250 13.5 48 321 67

1500 18.4 78 269 69

1750 23.8 102 266 71

2000 29.8 136 250 75

2250 35.2 174 231 77

2350 37.1 182 233 79

Test conditions:

Air temperature: 80ºF; humidity:

78%; seas: 3-4’; wind: 12-14 knots;

load: 1,260 gal. fuel, 140 gal. water,

6 persons, 1,500 lbs. gear. Speeds

are two-way averages measured

w/Furuno display. GPH estimates

taken via Caterpillar display. Range

based on 90% of advertised fuel

capacity. Decibels measured at the

lower helm. 65 dB(A) is the level

of normal conversation.

LOA: 74ft. (22.55m)

Beam: 17ft. 8in. (5.71m)

Draft: 4ft. 10in. (1.46m)

Displacement: 49 tons

Engines (standard): 2 x 1,723-hp

Caterpillar C32 ACERT

Engines (options): 2 x 1,622-hp

Caterpillar C32 ACERT; 2 x 1,800-hp

MAN V12 1800

Fuel: 1,268 gal. (4,799L)

Water: 199 gal. (753L)

Price: Upon request


00 | MONTH 2014

10

THE YACHTS

INTERNATIONAL

Top

Our annual review of the largest yachts launched in the past year.

BY JILL BOBROW

Yacht owners are a fickle bunch. Ask any builder, broker or designer. For several decades, the average size of yachts has crept steadily

upward. A veritable arms race has raged at the top end with the “world’s largest” stamp making a regular appearance. Last year, our “10

largest” list was capped by the 590-foot (180-meter) Lürssen Azzam, which remains the largest yacht in the world. Our smallest was the

236-foot (72-meter) Stella Maris. This year, topping our list of largest yachts launched between May 2013 and May 2014 is Oceanco’s

300-foot (91.5-meter) Equanimity. Our smallest is the 203-foot (62-meter) Sea Owl from Feadship’s Van Lent yard. Whether this signals a

trend is anybody’s guess, but suffice it to say, the largest are a shade smaller this year.

As always, there are yachts built and launched under strict confidentiality agreements, and there are some larger than our largest that barely missed

our deadline and will make the list next year. Some of the yachts launched later in the cycle have not yet been delivered to their owners or had

proper photo shoots done. On others, details are sparse. Determining what qualifies as a “launch” might be open to interpretation because often,

months can go by between splash and delivery. But our standard for this list is: If it floats, it’s a boat.

Size matters, but quality counts. While smaller on par, this year’s yachts are some of the finest ever to take to the water. With that, we raise a glass to

the 10 largest yachts launched in the past year.


Equanimity

Equanimity is not only Oceanco’s first yacht expressly designed and built to be a full Passenger Yacht Codecompliant

superyacht, but is also the industry’s first.The Lloyd’s Register-classed yacht measures 300 feet

(91.5 meters) in length and has a 48-foot (14.6-meter) beam.

“Despite a steep learning curve with the implementation of the new Passenger Yacht Code, working together

with Lloyd’s Register, we managed to design, develop, engineer and build a magnificent explorer yacht,

which will undoubtedly set new standards in the yacht industry,” says Oceanco CEO Marcel Onkenhout.

Equanimity can conduct worldwide operations, including ice–class notation cruising, with as many as 36 passengers—private

or commercial—without restrictions.

Exterior styling is by Oceanco’s in-house design team, and interior design is by Andrew Winch Designs.

Winch created a sumptuous and exotic oriental-inspired interior, employing elements such as wenge, gold

leaf, bamboo, stone and marble to achieve an exotic ambiance. Equanimity provides luxury accommodation

for up to 26 guests in a variety of deluxe staterooms. The magnificent master suite includes a master bedroom

with a panoramic view and a private deck forward with a whirlpool plus a study that can convert to a separate

twin guest cabin. Other special features aboard include a fully certified helipad built in accordance with

CAP437 regulations as adapted for the Passenger Yacht Code, plus a refueling facility, a dedicated hospital, a

large swimming pool and an extensive spa and beach club with fold-down platforms at sea level.

Equanimity has a steel hull and aluminum superstructure and runs with twin 4,828-horsepower MTU 20V

4000 M73L engines that enable her to reach a top speed in excess of 20 knots.

Length: 300ft. 2in. (91.5m)

Shipyard: Oceanco

Year/Country: 2014/the

Netherlands

For more information:

oceancoyacht.com


Solandge

Built for a repeat owner who upgraded from a 206-foot (63-meter) Lürssen to this stunning 279-footer (85-meter),

Solandge presents a handsome, classic profile—a study in navy and white. Espen Øino, the exterior stylist, worked

not only with Lürssen on this project, but also with the owner’s project manager, Richard Masters, and interior

designer Aileen Rodriguez.

Solandge’s traditional exterior is complemented by an interior that is both classic and contemporary. Having

engaged with the owners on previous projects, Rodriguez worked assiduously to realize the owner’s brief and render

every aspect of the interior “special.” To that end, there is abundant use of opulent textures and materials: backlit

onyx, gold-leaf ceilings, carved glass, leather inlays and chandeliers with amethyst rose quartz crystals. The pièce de

résistance in the salon lobby is a 50-foot-high “Tree of Life” lighted sculpture with more than 1,200 points of light

that act as tropical raindrops bringing colored glass flowers to bloom. It runs the height of the vessel from the tank

deck to the bridge deck.

Conceived as both a private yacht and a charter vessel, Solandge has a setup on deck and below that is conducive

to all sorts of entertaining. Guest entertainment includes a cinema, gym, spa, beauty and massage room, hammam,

sauna and hydrotherapy tub. The main afterdeck has a 19-foot 8-inch (6-meter) pool with a jet flow. On the sundeck

are a bar and a Jacuzzi that converts to a dance floor to take advantage of a special disc jockey console. A Nikki

Beach-style beach club occupies space on the lower deck.

To keep emissions low, the generator’s exhaust is equipped with particle filters and soot burners compliant with

IMO air pollution requirements. The heat is generated not electrically, but directly by burning spare fuel, thus

demanding less generator capacity and creating more fuel efficiency. Powered by two Caterpillar engines of 2,682

horsepower each, she reaches a top speed of 17 knots and has a range of 6,000 nautical miles. She is also extremely

quiet underway.


Shipyard: Lürssen

Year/Country: 2013/Germany


luerssen-yachts.com


3

Graceful

Graceful was built in a mere 23 months. Given her size, the quality of her workmanship and her technical

complexity, delivery in such a short time frame is an impressive accomplishment. At the beginning of April,

following three days of successful sea trials, she departed Hamburg, Germany, and headed south for the summer

Mediterranean season.

H2 Yacht Design of London worked closely with the owner’s representative, Alexander Mozhayskiy,

and the in-house team at Blohm+Voss on the project. Often, decision-making time creates problems with

scheduling, but in the case of Graceful, decisions were swift and the momentum was kept on track, resulting

in an efficient build-to-launch process. Blohm+Voss credits H2 Yacht Design with coming up with specs

that provided quality engineering and technical innovations. One complex design was the 49-by-10-foot

(15-by-3-meter) indoor pool, whose floor can be raised and converted to a dance floor. This trick, originally

implemented on Aristotle Onassis’ iconic yacht, Christina, has been developed to perfection aboard Graceful.

The owner’s space spans two decks and has a beach terrace with direct sea access. Guest accommodations

for 10 include two VIP cabins and three guest staterooms. A key feature in the guest areas is state-of-the-art

audio and video equipment.

With elegant exterior styling and generous and comfortable interior spaces, Graceful meets all of her

owner’s requirements. The helicopter landing pad will allow the owner and his guests easy access to the yacht

from just about anywhere.

Length: 269ft. (82m)

Shipyard: Blohm+Voss



blohmvossyachts.com


SPECIAL

ADVERTISING

SECTION

LÜRSSEN

Yachts built on

family bonds

since 1875

F -

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

Delivered in 2013 and available for charter, Lurssen’s 85-meter (279-foot) Solandge will be on display at the Monaco

Yacht Show. Below: At 180 meters (590 feet), Lurssen’s Azzam remains the largest private yacht in the world.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: Fr. Lürssen Werft, GmbH & Co. KG, Zum Alten Speicher 11, 28759

Bremen, Germany. Telephone: + 49 421 6604 166; email: yachts@lurssen.com

Kibo

Abeking & Rasmussen launched hull number 6497 in March. According to external sources, the 268-foot

(81.8-meter) motoryacht, with exterior and interior design by Terence Disdale Design, is expected to be

called Kibo. The yacht, which has a steel hull and aluminum superstructure, was managed by Y.CO and,

by press time, will have been delivered to her owners. Little information has been released on this project.

She is the yard’s second-largest yacht build. She measures a half-meter shorter than Secret, Abeking’s latest

delivery prior and number six on our list of top 10 launches last year.


Shipyard: Abeking & Rasmussen


For more information: abeking.com


5

Grace E

Grace E, the new flagship in the Picchiotti Vitruvius Ltd. series, is a veritable tour de force. Built in collaboration

with Philippe Briand and the Perini Navi Group, this 239-foot 5-inch (73-meter) motoryacht avoids the wedding

cake look of many vessels her size by maintaining a slim profile thanks to Briand’s exterior styling and her plumb

bow. At the same time, she has considerable volume, yielding luxurious living space for 12 guests.

She features a contemporary Rémi Tessier interior that affords variety and privacy over five decks. A five-person

elevator connects four of the decks. She has seven guest cabins—five doubles, two twins plus a full-beam master suite

featuring a bathroom with a central tub and separate his-and-her shower rooms.

The upper “wellness deck” is equipped with a gym, a salon for beauty treatments, a massage room with steam

sauna and a hydrotherapy room with a cold-dip bath and dry sauna. A “peaceful retreat room”—ideal for yoga or

meditation—has 180-degree forward-facing views and leads out to a sunbathing area on the foredeck. Abaft the

gym, glass doors open onto a spacious outdoor deck with a Jacuzzi, sunpads, stylish loungers and a circular bar.

An 11-foot 6-inch (3.5-meter) exercise pool with varying resistance currents and more sun beds is aft on the main

deck.

Everywhere in the social areas, vast seascape windows bring the outdoors in, while down on the waterline, you

can dip your toes in the sea from the deck of the beach club. Grace E has a small fleet of tenders, the largest of

which is a 30-foot (9.2-meter) Cockwells twin-jet tender.

One of the owner’s briefs was that Grace E be as environmentally friendly as possible. To that end, she is

equipped with a diesel-electric propulsion system with Azipods to reduce pollution, fuel consumption and sound

and vibration. Her dynamic positioning system enables her to cruise in ecologically vulnerable locations such as

marine parks and protected coral reef areas without anchoring. Her cruising speed is 14.5 knots.

Length: 239ft. 5in. (73m)

Shipyard: Picchiotti/

Perini Navi

Year/Country: 2014/Italy


perininavi.it


Invictus

“I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul.” These last two lines penned in the Victorian poem “Invictus”

by William Ernest Henley in 1875 are framed and displayed aboard the magnificent 216-foot (66-meter)

yacht of the same name. Built by the American yard Delta Marine for an American client, this displacement vessel

features both naval architecture and exterior design by Delta Design Group. Her interior is by Diane Johnson

Design in partnership with Johnson, Wen, Mulder & Associates. Johnson has been involved with the owner on the

design of multiple residential and business projects.

Invictus was built both for private use with family and friends as well as for charter under Burgess Yachts management.

With her ice-class steel hull and 7,000-nautical mile range, she has global cruising capability. She can

comfortably sleep up to 12 guests in six cabins, in addition to accommodating the owners in an upper-deck master

suite comprising a forward facing stateroom, a salon and an office. She sails with a crew of 22.

Notable features include a theater, a gym, an expandable dining table for up to 20 guests, service pantries on each

deck, a beach club and a sundeck with spa. She sports a large tender garage with side-hull doors and overhead gantry

cranes for stowing and deploying a RIB, personal watercraft and a custom 28-foot (8.5-meter) Italian-style launch.

Built in steel and composite, she is powered by twin Caterpillar 3516 diesels that provide a top speed of 16.8

knots and a cruising speed of 16.1 knots.


Shipyard: Delta Marine

Year/Country: 2013/

United States


deltamarine.com

(See our March 2014 issue for a complete review, or go to yachtsinternational.com/deltamarine-invictus)


7

Galactica Star

Galactica Star, launched last summer, is the largest yacht ever built at the Heesen shipyard. Moreover, Heesen’s Fast Displacement

Hull Form (FDHF) signifies a major advance in performance for large displacement motoryachts. During tank

testing at the Wolfson Unit in Southampton, England, the FDHF model delivered 30 percent less resistance on average

than any other equivalent hull at speeds of 15 knots to 44 knots. Wolfson said it was the most efficient displacement hull

it ever tested. During sea trials, Galactica Star—powered by twin 5,766-horsepower MTU 20V 4000 M93L engines—

bested the contractual top speed of 27 knots when the yacht repeatedly broke the 30-knot barrier. In a comparative study

with other motoryachts of 197 to 230 feet (60 to 70 meters) launched after 2000, Galactica Star performed consistently at

higher speeds with less propulsive power.

Naval architecture is by Van Oossanen in cooperation with the technical team at Heesen, and the exterior styling is by

Omega Architects. Frank Laupman, principal of Omega, designed a profile that is low and sleek, avoiding the stacked look

of many superyachts of similar size. The horizontal lines are accentuated by arches in the stern that initiate a line extending

to the tip of the bow. The walkaround companionways on the upper deck and most of the main deck enhance the circulation

aboard, and the recesses they create help deflect the volume to the interior.

Bannenberg & Rowell Design created an elegant interior. “We wanted to come up with a fresh, graceful and exciting

style that complemented the contemporary exterior lines,” says Dickie Bannenberg.

They have achieved that in spades with clean geometric lines and beautiful fabrics and textures. The central staircase,

which is elliptical in shape, was particularly complex to build in that the supporting column had to twist along

its axis through four deck levels. The steps have open treads.


Shipyard: Heesen

Year/Country: 2013/

the Netherlands


heesenyachts.nl

(See our October 2013 issue for a complete review, or go to yachtsinternational.com/galacticastar)


Lady M

Measuring 213 feet (65 meters) in length, Lady M is the largest aluminum yacht ever built in the United States and

the largest yacht ever built by the Wisconsin-based shipyard Palmer Johnson. She represents the first in the builder’s

PJ210 SportYacht fast semi-displacement series. Italy-based Nuvolari Lenard is the firm behind the yacht’s exterior

styling and interior design, although the end result was a broad team effort. The yacht was built under the supervision

of Moran Yacht & Ship’s new construction team, which worked closely with Palmer Johnson and Nuvolari

Lenard on various innovative design and engineering decisions. Lady M is slightly longer than the initial specification

because of parameters set by the owners, who purchased the boat as the project was evolving.

Lady M represents a first step into yachting for her owners. While Palmer Johnson produced a technologically

sound yacht, integral to the design is a sense of whimsy coupled with a fun-first attitude. The contemporary

bridge deck has a fire pit and an outdoor cinema as well as inside/outside lounging and dining areas. In what can

be called the crow’s nest is a glassed-in gym. On her main deck is a freshwater pool aft with a rear-facing glass

wall. On her foredeck is a multipurpose pool. The bridge deck has practical wing stations that function as part of

the aesthetics of the exterior design.

“Lady M is the best sea boat I have had the pleasure to command,” her captain says. “She wants to go fast and

does it easily. There is no sweet spot, which is unusual; just smooth, quiet and comfortable right up to 28 knots.”


Shipyard: Palmer Johnson

Year/Country: 2013/

United States


palmerjohnson.com

(See our January 2014 issue for a complete review, or go to yachtsinternational.com/palmerjohnsonladym)


9

Amels 6503

Amels Holland delivered 215-foot (65.5-meter) hull number 6503 to her owner in May. She is very much a

private yacht, and Amels is not allowed to release any information on her. However, we know she is similar to

another Amels-built Limited Editions 212 called Imagine. Therefore, we can deduce she is a full-displacement,

twin-screw motoryacht with a round-bilge steel hull and aluminum superstructure. We also can infer that she

was built with naval architecture by Amels, exterior styling by Tim Heywood Designs and an interior by Andrew

Winch Designs to combine grace, modernity and function. Assuming she is a near sistership to Imagine, she will

yield high volume and exceptional interior accommodations and social spaces.

The yacht is configured with four decks above the tank deck. She has extensive social areas including a swimming

pool, a beach club and an expansive sundeck. Panoramic windows fill the main deck interior with natural

light. The master and VIP cabins are on the main deck. Four additional guest staterooms reside on the lower

deck. A central elevator services guests from the lower deck to the sundeck.

The 212 is a go-anywhere yacht built to Lloyd’s Register class and in compliance with the MCA large commercial

yacht code. She is built “green” with generator soot filters and is technically qualified for a Lloyd’s Eco

notation and “Green Passport.” She reaches a top speed of 17 knots and has a range of 5,000 nautical miles.

Length: 215ft. (65.5m)

Shipyard: Amels Holland


Netherlands


amels-holland.com

(See our December 2011 issue for a review of the Amels 212 Imagine,

or go to yachtsinternational.com/amels212imagine)


Sea Owl

The 203-foot (62-meter) Sea Owl, built by Feadship’s Royal Van Lent yard and designed by Andrew Winch

Designs, is easy to spot in a harbor because of her distinctive dark-green hull. The owners’ previous yacht was a

141-foot (43-meter) Burger with the same name and same hull color. Realizing they had outgrown the Burger,

they shopped around and signed a contract with Feadship in 2008. Two years later, construction began on this

custom yacht.

Conceived and designed exclusively for private family travel, Sea Owl’s brief stipulated many parameters concentrating

on the spatial flow, accommodation for children, safety and security. Big spaces and open vistas characterize

the common areas on the sundeck, bridge deck and main deck. Unusual to most accommodation plans, two children’s

staterooms, in close proximity to a nanny’s cabin, are situated within the master suite. There are three other

guest staterooms. The accommodation plan for Sea Owl has never been published because of the owners’ concerns

for security, and sophisticated security measures are in place throughout the yacht.

By various accounts, the interior décor is unique and whimsical. The owners chose appointments such as a silk

and wool hand-knotted carpet from Nepal and a Dale Chihuly chandelier in the dining salon. They worked closely

with Winch to effect an array of themes such as frescoes of fossilized seashell from Charles Darwin’s trip to the

Galapagos, pirate decor and scenes from “Alice in Wonderland.”

The handover of the yacht took place in front of the National Maritime Museum in Amsterdam with 800 guests

in attendance, including those who worked on the yacht as well as family and friends.


Shipyard: Van Lent/Feadship


Netherlands


feadship.nl


THE WORLD’S TOP 10 OVERALL

1 Azzam 590ft. 6in. (180m) Lürssen Yachts 2013/Germany

2 Eclipse 533ft. 1in. (162.5m) Blohm+Voss Shipyards 2010/Germany

AZZAM

3 Dubai 531ft. 5in. (162m) Platinum Yachts 2006/United

Arab Emirates

4 Al Said 508ft. 6in. (155m) Lürssen Yachts 2008/Germany

T5 Topaz 482ft. (147m) Lürssen Yachts 2012/Germany

T5 Prince

Abdulaziz 482ft. (147m) Helsingor Vaerft 1984/Denmark

7 El Horriya 478ft. 1in. (145.7m) Samuda Bros. 1865/United Kingdom

8 Yas 462ft. 7in. (141m) ADMShipyards 2011/Abu Dhabi

9 Victory 459ft. 3in. (140m) Fincantieri Yachts 2014/Italy

10 Al Salamah 456ft. (139m) Lürssen Yachts 1999/Germany

AIG congratulates

the owners and

builders of the

Ten Largest Yachts

At AIG Private Client Group, we go to great lengths to protect super yachts, or vessels of any size. Comprehensive

insurance coverage is coupled with a suite of loss prevention services to help your crew, family and guests leave

their worries ashore. To see what we can do for you, please visit www.aigprivateclient.com/yacht


AIG Private Client Group is a division of the member companies of American International Group, Inc. (AIG). Insurance

and services provided by member companies of American International Group, Inc. Coverage may not be available in all

jurisdictions and is subject to actual policy language. For additional information, please visit our website at www.aig.com.

The Micron

brand gives

me the

outstanding

performance

I expect…

I’ve been using Micron CSC antifouling

from Interlux for the last 20 years.

I choose it because it provides

excellent, long lasting protection.

My customers like that it’s low

maintenance, and great value since

they don’t have to have the boat

repainted at every haul-out. Micron

CSC is reliable and we use it

on both power and sailboats.

Scan this QR code to see Cliff’s video

Cliff Eastman

Owl Creek Boat Works

, Interlux and all products mentioned are trademarks of AkzoNobel. © AkzoNobel 2014.

AN_200079_150114

REAL Testimonials by REAL Americans

ARRIVE

IN STYLE

THE LIMOUSINE TENDER

HAS BECOME A MUST-HAVE

ACCOUTERMENT FOR THE

SUPERYACHT CRUISING LIFESTYLE.

BY DUDLEY DAWSON


YOU WOULDN’T CHOOSE AN

open Jeep for the ride from your Gulfstream

jet to the Ritz, so why take a basic open RIB

from your yacht to the quay? It’s a question

I pondered as we came into Monaco’s Port

Hercule from a yacht anchored outside the

harbor. We had encountered a rough patch

along the way, and my colleague at the bow was

soaked from head to toe. As she disembarked,

en route to her much-anticipated luncheon

engagement with Prince Albert and with no

time to spare, little saltwater geysers erupted

from her shoes with each determined step.

I expect His Serene Highness, a yachtsman

himself, was understanding of her state, but

really, is that how you prefer to arrive?

The sensible solution for increasing

numbers of larger yachts is the limousine

tender. Although the word limousine is PASCOE

French, the taproot of the family tree would

seem to lie in Italy with the taxi acqueo. The

limo tender borrows both form and function from the classic Venetian

water taxis and takes the concept to a whole new level.

The current fleet of limo tenders comprises elegant little vessels

often penned by noted designers, with some styled to match their

mother yachts and capturing their essence in miniature. Some of

that essence includes a hint of a superyacht’s hefty price tag. Sarasota,

Florida-based designer Michael Peters says the cost of a custom

tender, bespoke in both design and construction, will easily top $1

million and can go much higher depending on the owner’s wishes

and needs.

With stock tenders costing a fraction of that, there must be a

good rationale for the higher expenditure. To begin with, not every

port can accommodate superyachts quayside, and even at those

that can, space is limited. Thus, larger yachts tend to anchor out

more often, eschewing the commercial docks to which they might

otherwise be relegated, and so must rely more heavily on tenders for

shuttle service.

These yachts also have more guest accommodations, further

increasing the capacity requirements on the tenders. Guests often

want to go ashore and return as a group, which can be challenging

with an off-the-rack tender design when you’re talking about a party

COMPASS

of 12 or more. Guests also want amenities similar to those on the

mothership, and they don’t want to move at 6 knots to get wherever

they’re going. “These limos are incredibly complex, since in 25 feet

we are putting twin inboards, diesel and water tanks, a/c units,

wine coolers, inverters, heaters, audio equipment, 12 guests and 12

crew—all at 40 knots,” says Marnix Hoekstra of Vripack, which has

three custom limousine tenders in construction.


Fitting all of that into a tender means oversized openings in

the superyacht if the tender is to be carried inside a garage, plus

extra crane capability whether it is stowed inside or out. Making the

openings as small as possible means keeping the length and height of

the tender to a minimum, and builders and designers must be creative

to address the compromises involved in that trade-off. That, and the

sheer joy of designing such a little jewel, is why you see superyacht

designers such as Ken Freivokh, Andrew Winch and Redman

Whiteley Dixon involved, along with noted designers of luxury

smaller craft including Vripack, Peters and Andrew Wolstenholme.

Not all tender builders are candidates for supplying a limousine.

Only half a dozen firms regularly engage in building limo tenders,

with three of them—Hodgdon, Pascoe and Vikal—taking the lion’s

share of the fully custom business. The other three—Cockwells,

Compass and Dariel—are more focused on limo versions of their

existing stock and semi-custom tender lines, though they would

surely consider a custom tender if it fit their existing capabilities.

Here’s a look at what you can expect from these half-dozen

leading tender builders.

Hodgdon Custom Tenders is a division of Hodgdon Yachts of

Maine, and its experience with large custom yachts shows through

in its limo model, a 34-foot (10.5-meter) beauty designed by

Peters. She has a crew cockpit forward, a spacious debarkation

VIKAL

platform aft between tumblehome stern quarters, and an interior

as elegant as it is comfortable. There are also stairs and hatches for

entering from either side. For more information: 207 633 4194,

hodgdonyachts.com

I first encountered tenders from Pascoe International, a

Southampton, U.K., company, while sailing aboard the Perini Navi

Maltese Falcon. They weren’t limos, but as they buzzed around us

off Portofino, Italy, keeping gawkers at bay, Ken Freivokh stood

next to me and smiled from ear to ear, watching his creations with

THE LIMO TENDER BORROWS BOTH FORM AND FUNCTION FROM THE CLASSIC VENETIAN

WATER TAXIS AND TAKES THE CONCEPT TO A WHOLE NEW LEVEL.

COCKWELLS


HODGDON

Like Hodgdon, Cockwells, of Falmouth,

U.K., builds on a foundation of both motor

and sailing custom yacht construction. It

offers a 31-foot (9.5-meter) traditionally styled

tender in open and limo versions. For those

wanting something different, Cockwells also

has a 30-foot (9.2-meter) limo designed by

Wolstenholme along classic lines, as well as a

Redman Whiteley Dixon design, a 31-foot

7-inch (9.7-meter) limo with more modern

lines. For more information: +44 (0) 1326 377

366, cockwells.co.uk

DARIEL

delight. The SL tender, customizable from 31 feet 6 inches (9.6

meters) to 34 feet 8 inches (10.6 meters), is available in both landau

and limo versions, and offers inside and outside seating. For more

information: +44 (0) 1489 564 588, pascoeinternational.com

Vikal, of Western Australia, has supplied tenders to a number of

superyachts including Derecktor’s Cakewalk. The firm offers limo

tenders in both fullly and semi-covered versions. Its portfolio to date

includes numerous models ranging from 24 feet 7 inches (7.5 meters) to

37 feet (11.3 meters) in length, in traditional and modern styling. For

more information: +61 8 9434 2480, vikal.com.au

Compass Tenders, of Hamble, U.K., supplies both

full-limo and semi-limo tenders from 29 feet 6

inches (9 meters) to 46 feet (14 meters). An in-house

design team led by Ed Wingate can work with an

owner’s designer or provide any sort of tender design directly. The Compass

portfolio currently trends toward the modern rather than classic. For more

information: +44 (0) 2380 457 844, compasstenders.co.uk

Dariel Boats supplies a large number of models, both tenders

and yachts, with testing available nearby on Italy’s Lago d’Iseo. Its

trademark offering in tenders is the 31-foot (9.5-meter) dLimo,

available in open and enclosed models, with a sliding roof. Options

include water-jet and sterndrive power, and standard equipment

includes heat, air conditioning and flat-panel video. For more

information: +39 030 715419, darielboats.com


SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

WELCOME TO

SUPERYACHTING’S

NEW

SUPERTEAM

Danish Yachts A/S and Bradford Marine, Inc.

joined forces to create, market and service an innovative

new motoryacht design—the QuadraDeck. Below: From Left to right:

Paul Engle, Bradford Marine; Cor D. Rover, Cor D. Rover Design Studios; Patrik von Sydow,

Danish Yachts A/S; Patrick Knowles, Patrick Knowles Interior Designs

C Carbon fiber specialists Danish Yachts A/S, in collaboration

with exclusive sales and service representatives for

North and South America, Bradford Marine Inc., have

brought together the “best of the best” in the superyacht industry for a new

initiative in the Americas. The companies have assembled a “superteam” to

create, market and service an innovative new motoryacht design called the

QuadraDeck.

“We were excited by the idea of developing a vessel specifically for the U.S.

market that really made the most of our combined experience,” says Danish

Yachts CEO Patrik von Sydow. “Our belief was that our complimentary perspectives

would create a yacht with a totally unique and exclusive proposition

for the market. This is a truly promising partnership of technological innovation

and category-challenging design.”


Danish Yachts A/S is a specialist world leader in building high-performance, fuelefficient,

lightweight advanced composite superyachts and vessels (carbon fiber and

epoxy infusion) through the use of innovative cutting-edge techniques and processes.

This technology allows for very light and strong structures without introducing any

form of emissions to the environment during construction. Testament to the benefits

of using this material is evidenced by its use in the commercial offshore wind industry,

and the shipyard is one of the only Northern European shipyards to have the

ISO 14001 environmental accreditation (In addition, it holds ISO 9001 and safety

management system accreditation, DS/OHSAS 18001).

The shipyard based at the northern most tip of continental Europe, in Skagen,

Denmark, boasts many diverse projects from 65 to 150 feet-plus length overall.

It has three large build hangars, which take up an area of 9,500 square meters

(102,000 square feet), and benefits from joinery and metal workshops on-site. The

company is privately managed and financed by the Skagen Group, and its code of

ethics covers three areas: honesty, integrity and helpfulness. As a company, it has

adopted consideration of green practices and materials wherever possible.

Danish Yachts selected Bradford Marine to become its exclusive

sales and service representatives for North and South America

D

in June 2013, in order to create a stronger presence in the Western

Hemisphere. Since then, the relationship has grown strong,

culminating in Bradford Marine’s involvement as a listed broker

in the sale of Danish Yachts’ AeroCruiser 38 II (also known as

M/Y Shooting Star). Over its nearly 50 years in business, Bradford

Marine has built a reputation as one of the most reputable sales and service

shipyards in the U.S., with exceptional facilities in multiple locations, offering

quality workmanship and strong customer support 24/7.

To develop the QuadraDeck range, Danish Yachts and Bradford Marine have

enlisted the services of American interior specialist Patrick Knowles and worked

closely with Dutch large-yacht stylist and designer Cor D. Rover to create the design;

both highly respected and world-renowned in their fields.

Patrick Knowles Designs specializes in custom megayacht, superyacht and aircraft interiors.

Combining decades of experience in the marine industry with that of the aviation industry,

the Knowles team of

yacht interior designers applies

a rare blend of skills—

exceptional creativity,

relentless attention to detail

and staunch commitment

to on-time delivery—along

with the firm’s ability to

listen, understand, interpret

and transform ideas into

results that exceed client

expectations.

Cor D. Rover Design

Studios specialize in the

styling of large motoryachts.

The firm relentlessly

searches for new

ways to give every yacht

the exclusive appearance

that satisfies the wishes

of its clients, creating

yachts with lines that are

A full-beam “Beach Club” and patented, winged “Sky Terrace” (right)

are just two highlights of the superteam’s first new design.

Danish Yachts Shipyard, Skagen, Denmark

unique, but recognizable, not exaggerated but surprising—lines that

are beautiful today and will be tomorrow. The team believes you can

only achieve such results with a strong interaction between client and

designer with respect for classic lines, as well as modern shipbuilding

techniques.

The game-changing result of the superteam’s inaugural collaboration

is the innovative all-carbon fibre QuadraDeck range. Highlights

of the new design include a dramatic, patented, winged ‘Sky Terrace.’

The top deck incorporates symmetrical folding wing sections to port

and starboard that, when laid horizontally, increase deck real estate

by 40 percent. The range also features a cleverly integrated hidden

upper deck that separates the bridge and captain’s quarters from the

general accommodations, and a 8.5m (28-foot) long and full-beam

‘Beach Club.’ The result affords the sort of room normally found on

much larger yachts. More specifically, a 40-meter (131-foot) Quadra-

Deck offers an equivalent interior capacity to a conventional vessel of

50 meters (164 feet).

Another collaboration of Danish Yachts and Bradford Marine

aimed at the Americas is the latest in the AeroCruiser range; the

new ‘AeroCruiser 38 II FLY,’ a flybridge version of the high-speed,

all-carbon-fiber hard-top AeroCruiser 38 II (previously known as

M/Y Shooting Star, and a World Superyacht and ShowBoats Interior

and Exterior Design Award winner). This superyacht is capable of

exceptional maneuverability and speeds in the 50-knot range with

little perceivable noise and vibration. However, her performance at

20 knots is no less impressive, just far less intrusive. She possesses

the performance should you need it, but it’s the quality of move-


The latest AeroCruiser 38 II Fly will soon be cruising

the waters, ready in time for the 2016 season.

ment that seduces you. It is also

clear to see how and why her

Scandinavian beauty in design

and attention to detail in the

interior allows her to stand out

from the crowd.

Danish Yachts collaborates

with world renowned designer

Espen Øino for its AeroCruiser range of superyachts, and the tooling

and moulds for the new ‘AeroCruiser 38 II FLY’ are already in place

for construction.

Danish Yachts CEO von Sydow says of the collaboration on the

QuadraDeck: “Having first explored American waters with Bradford

Marine, the natural evolution of that relationship was to join forces.

We were excited by the idea of developing a vessel specifically for the

U.S. market that really made the most of our combined experience.

Our belief was that our complementary perspectives would create a

yacht like nothing currently on the market

“The aim was always to build a yacht that truly meets the needs

and desires of the customer,” says Bradford Marine CEO Paul Engle.

“Part of that was being able to showcase the mind-blowing performance

and quality Danish Yachts represents. But just as important

was reassuring our customers that after the sale, they will be able

to rely on service from Bradford Marine, a brand they have come to

know and trust since our inception in 1966.”

“The American yacht owner is a real yacht user,” he continues.

“They get out there on the water for extended periods. Many spend

weeks, if not months living and traveling on their yachts, so their

comfort is very much tied up in their confidence in their yacht’s

capability and that of the team they can call on for support.”

The latest AeroCruiser 38 II FLY will soon be cruising the waters

ready for the 2016 season, whilst the QuadraDeck 40-metre design

Bradford Marine

Shipyard,

Fort Lauderdale

and engineering continues to be refined at Danish Yachts, along with

the full specification, enhanced visuals, engineering plans and pricing,

which will be revealed at the official launch event at the 2014 Fort

Lauderdale Boat Show.

“Danish Yachts is not known for doing things in halves,” says von

Sydow. “When we first began discussing this venture, we agreed to go to

the extreme of bringing together the very best of the best in the superyacht

industry. Our aim was nothing less than combining super performance,

super styling, super comfort and super after-sales support. After

all, our company’s own North Star is finding “beauty in the extreme.”

For more information, contact: Danish Yachts A/S – www.danishyachts.com

- E: info@danishyachts.com. Bradford Marine Inc - www.

bradford-marine.com - E: info@bradford-marine.com

THINKING

NO LONGER CONTENT WITH A HUMBLE HOT TUB, OWNERS ARE DEMANDING EVER BIGGER AND

MORE SOPHISTICATED SWIMMING POOLS AS THEIR YACHTS GROW IN SIZE AND VOLUME.

BY JUSTIN RATCLIFFE


YOU COULD ARGUE IT ALL STARTED WITH ALFA NERO.

The 269-footer (82-meter) from Oceanco, the star of the 2008 Monaco

Yacht Show, devoted much of her main deck aft to a huge infinity pool

with a base that could be hydraulically raised to provide a helipad that

doubled as a dance floor. The Dutch shipyard upped the ante a couple

of years later with the 280-foot (85.3-meter) Vibrant Curiosity, also

designed by Nuvolari & Lenard. This time the swimming pool was

placed on the upper deck with skylights in the bottom, illuminating a

lower deck corridor leading from the aft platform up to the main salon.

“By putting the swimming pool on the upper deck, which also

affords more privacy, we were able to create a void space for the corridor

on the lower deck,” says Dan Lenard. “The concept wasn’t a simple

one because it meant a radical shift in thinking, both in terms of layout

and structural engineering.”

This was just the beginning. Oversize pools, often equipped with

cascade features or contra-flow systems so guests can actually swim in

them, are now almost de rigueur on new builds over 200 feet. They

are also being retrofitted on superyachts. The 242-foot (73.7-meter)

Ilona returned to the Amels shipyard in Holland in 2012 to have her

belowdecks helicopter hangar replaced with a pool that could hold

more than 10,000 gallons of water. Concept pool designs abound, and

one released last year by Impossible Productions Ink had a combined

swimming pool and hot tub on the main deck with no fewer than three

glass-bottomed pools on different deck levels. Larger pools are starting

to appear on midsize yachts too, and prospective clients have a growing

number of proposals to choose among, including the Wider 150 in

build in Italy that features a drive-in tender bay that can transform into

an indoor seawater pool.

The principal challenges of introducing a pool large enough for

swimming on a yacht under 500 gross tons include not just the space

Guest seating around onboard pools has become as much of a focus

as the pools themselves, with owners wanting to enjoy the company

of friends as much as the spectacular views ashore.

British designer Andrew Winch

developed an ingenious system

10 years ago while working on a

394-foot (120-meter) concept that

never made it into production.


Feadship carefully engineered the infinity

pool on Lady Christine to avoid chlorinated

water splashing the paintwork.

RIGHT AND FACING PAGE: Renderings of

Cor D. Rover’s patented pool system in

swimming, paddling and party modes.

3MAXIMUM

MINUTES

REQUIRED

BY SAFETY

REGULATIONS

TO EMPTY A

SWIMMING

POOL ABOVE

MAIN DECK

LEVEL


The DART80 concept by designer Andrew Winch for Royal Huisman

includes an afterdeck pool on both the motor and sail versions. It seems

that large sailing yachts may be the next great pool frontier.

taken up by the pool, but also the volume required for the heated

holding tanks into which the pool water is usually pumped when

the yacht is underway. To overcome this issue, designer Cor D.

Rover has developed a system that permits water to be kept in the

pool while underway by eliminating the free surface effect (the tendency

of liquids to slosh about), which can destabilize a vessel’s

center of gravity, causing it to list or even capsize.

Using scissor-lift hydraulics, the base of the pool can be raised as

the water escapes around the floor perimeter. It is then locked into

a closed position to seal the pool shut. The simple system allows for

a relatively large pool to be installed on a low-volume yacht and

increases the deck area when the pool is not in use. The patented

mechanism and pool will appear on a yacht of 196-plus feet (60

meters) currently in build in Italy.

“The problem with conventional setups is that after you arrive at

an anchorage, it takes half an hour or more to pump water from the

storage tanks into the pool, by which time the owner is already in

the tender on his way ashore,” says the Dutch designer. “With my

system, the pool is ready for use within five minutes at the touch of

a button. If you want to move to another location, you simply close

up the pool and move on, while all the weight of the water stays

where it is so hull trim isn’t affected.”

Sloshing water was an issue when it came to designing the pool

aboard the 223-foot (68-meter) Lady Christine, built by Feadship

for Lord Irvine Laidlaw. His original idea was that the water in the

infinity pool on the afterdeck would flow freely over the glass wall in

the stern. Feadship did not like the idea of having chlorinated water

splashing the teak and paintwork, so it devised a system to create the


Why have one pool when you can have four? This concept design by

Impossible Productions Ink has a combination pool/hot tub on the

main deck plus three glass-bottom pools on the decks above.

cascade effect with spray nozzles evenly distributed across the glass.

Designers have long been aware of how pool water reacts to the

sea state caused by wind and waves, which is why the pool water has

to be contained before setting sail. British designer Andrew Winch

developed an ingenious system 10 years ago while working on a 394-

foot (120-meter) concept that never made it into production. He

got the idea after looking at the rolltop cover on the pool in his own

garden and the perforated bulkheads commonly used in liquid stowage

tanks.

“I started thinking of the pool on this concept as a large tank in

the bottom of the boat,” says Winch. “So I introduced perforated

panels that could be hinged up to stop the surging and an automated

cover to help maintain the water temperature and prevent

anyone falling in when the pool was not in use.”

Winch further points out that the main cause of free surface effect

in a pool when at anchor is not rolling, as you might expect, but

instead pitching as the bow heads up into the wind and waves. This

suggests that the most logical configuration for a pool is not along

the centerline, but athwartships, and Winch has provided both layouts

on two yachts for the same owner: 177-foot (54-meter) Sarafsa

(now Faribana V) and 269-foot (82-meter) Sarafsa II.

“On the first Sarafsa we had a pool with a swim jet that was

athwartships forward of the mast on the sundeck,” he says. “The

pool worked fine, but the owner got lonely up there as there wasn’t

much room around the pool for other guests, so on his next yacht

he wanted a more conventional pool on the main afterdeck.”

One of Winch’s latest projects is the DART80 concept for Royal

Huisman. Both the power and sail versions include a swimming

pool on the afterdeck—an indication that even sailing yachts, at

least those of 262 feet (79.8 meters) in length, are joining the trend.

It is easy to question the point of a pool on a yacht surrounded

by ocean, but they start to make sense when you consider that many

people are intimidated by jumping into water when they can’t see

the bottom and that children require constant crew supervision

when swimming in open water.

“I was against swimming pools on yachts for years because I

couldn’t understand why someone would want one when you’re

already floating on the biggest pool on the planet,” Rover says.

“That was, until I spoke with some owners, particularly their wives,

who might have seen too many TV documentaries about sea creatures

that bite or sting. Then I began to understand that pools do

have a point, even for people who love the sea.”


New sails from Doyle being tested on P2.

64 | OCTOBER 2013

Supersail

Tech

BY JILL BOBROW

Marches

Forward

As sailing yachts grow larger and more complex, and owners demand greater performance and

higher levels of luxury, the industry rises to the occasion.

I

n 1975, I watched with awe as Dr. Arthur Lee’s Venceremos tacked into Admiralty Bay, Bequia. Hull number one of the Swan 65 series was

one of the biggest, sexiest sailboats I had ever seen. She had won the 1973 Whitbread Round the World Race, and all the yachties in the

harbor were commenting on how high-tech she was.

Today, Nautor’s Swan is building 100-plus-footers, as are many sailing yacht builders. A few have yachts in the 100-meter range under

construction. The paradigm shift in sailing over the past several decades is related not only to size, but also to the technology inherent in

making the boats safe and fast. At one time, only America’s Cup boats and maxi racers pushed the envelope on sailing technology. Today’s

super-sailing yachts benefit from advancement in hull design, rudders, spars, rigging, deck hardware, machinery and sails.

It’s a new world under sail, defined by luxuries once found only on motoryachts—baby grand pianos, Jacuzzis and marble bathrooms—

and by owner demand for yachts that are quieter, easier to maneuver and able to bring home the silver at the superyacht regattas that have

blossomed in the past two decades.

I spoke with some innovators in the supersail field about what they and their companies are doing to address this changing seascape.


WHAT ARE OWNERS LOOKING TO ACHIEVE WHEN BUILDING

A SAILING YACHT AT VITTERS?

Owners are looking for a combination of comfort, performance and

safety. Once we find out how much racing versus how much cruising

they want to do, we make accommodations. If an owner requires a lot

of interior space and volume, there is bound to be a trade-off.

One goes aboard a superyacht and is struck by the luxurious interior,

but what is not immediately visible are transfer loads or a 300-ton mast

check pressure and what it does to movement and transferring speed.

Our engineering department is heavily involved with calculating loads

today. Also, much is evolving with 3Di sails and stiff rigging. In the last

four years, amazing advances have been made. We just built a carbonfiber

boat and have another one in the works.

—Louis Hamming, managing director, Vitters Shipyard,

Zwartsluis, the Netherlands

YOU ACCOMMODATING THEM?

Clients are looking for more performance: faster winches, lifting keels,

removable stays, trim tabs, more headsail configurations, spade rudders,

fast hydraulics and variable configuration changes from cruising

to racing.

When we design yachts that are less complicated and easier to sail,

then our owners become more interested in racing.

Our computational fluid dynamics software allows us to calculate

performance differences of variations in hull forms and appendages. We

are always updating our software to optimize the balance of a yacht.

This, combined with wind tunnel tests using various sail configurations,

gives us a much broader view of performance at different wind speeds

and angles.

—Ruurt Meulemans, naval architect and partner with Hoek Design,

Edam, the Netherlands

WHAT IS FUTURE FIBRES ADVOCATING AS THE STATE-OF-THE-ART

MATERIAL FOR RIGGING?

Composite rigging has altered the face of large sailing yachts. The technology

has now allowed larger rigs than ever before to be supported,

which has led to larger boat builds. Main advantages are sailing performance

with decreased weight aloft. There is also significant improvement

in motion through the seaway and acceleration post-rounding.

Pitching and rolling motion at anchor can also be improved with the

weight saving of carbon rigging and mast packages.

—Jim Lotz, sales director, Future Fibres, Valencia, Spain

HOEK DESIGN SPECIALIZES IN CLASSIC-STYLE YACHTS. ARE YOUR

CLIENTS BECOMING MORE INTERESTED IN RACING, AND HOW ARE

WHAT HAS BEEN THE GAME-CHANGER FOR DOYLE SAILMAKERS

IN TERMS OF THE WAY YOU CREATE SAIL SYSTEMS NOW, VERSUS 30

YEARS AGO?

In the past 30 years, superyacht sailing has been drastically transformed

by the use of computers, taking what was once an art and infusing it

with science. Change began to occur around the millennium, when

we began two projects of epic proportions—Mirabella V and Maltese

Falcon—yachts that dwarfed anything else built to date and required

much more complex analysis to ensure the sails and masts would work

(and stay in the air!). There were aspects of the loading that couldn’t be

tested in a wind tunnel, and CFD [Computational Fluid Dynamics]

coupled with FEA [Finite Element Analysis] became necessary to design

and build these projects. Three-dimensional computer models replaced

JIM LOTZ, FUTURE FIBRES

LOUIS HAMMING, VITTERS

physical ones, and the analysis necessary became infinitely faster. Early

decisions can be made about the sail plan—how much power the yacht

is going to require in various conditions—and then revisions of sail

sizing can be quickly reviewed. As the analysis develops, changes can be

made to the rig, hull and keel, sails—everything—very easily, and we

can have a clear understanding of what the result of those changes are.

These new methods of analysis can take the dreams of owners and naval

architects and develop and fine-tune them, allowing them to know if

their ideas can be achieved. Furthermore, these computer programs can

accurately predict in advance the performance costs given the various

parameters. For example, if the client wants to limit depth or rig height,

or add a helicopter pad, these items can be modeled and their effects

defined and minimized though not necessarily eliminated.

Modern materials themselves have also upped the game, as more efficient

use of materials allows for lighter sails, which are easier to handle

yet also last longer, as they have the required strength for the loads the

sails will see. What once seemed impossible—sails over 20,000 square

feet—is now a reality.

—Robbie Doyle, CEO, Doyle Sailmakers, Salem, Massachusetts

PERINI NAVI HAS LONG BEEN KNOWN FOR BUILDING LARGE AND

COMFORTABLE SAILING YACHTS, BUT WITH A FEW EXCEPTIONS,

PERINIS HAVE NOT BEEN KNOWN FOR SPEED. IS PERFORMANCE

NOW A MORE IMPORTANT CRITERION FOR YOUR CLIENTS?

In St. Barth’s, we had our two most recent deliveries, Seahawk and State

of Grace, both of which incorporate the latest developments in our sailhandling

systems married to a naval architecture which accentuates the

potential for performance—a potential that was amply demonstrated

during the latest Bucket races.

These two boats came across the Atlantic shortly after being delivered.

Neither had been sailed in earnest, and both sailed with their respective

crews and guest crews—various professionals working to make the boats

go faster. And all the professional racers were suitably impressed with the

sailing characteristics as the systems all responded—working very well

under the trying conditions of this year’s races.

—Burak Akgül, managing director of sales, marketing and design,

Perini Navi, Viareggio, Italy

PETER MCNAUGHTON

RUURT MEULEMANS,

HOEK DESIGN

There are more and more Bucket-type races. Everyone wants to attend

these fun regattas. Our new 60-meter Seahawk is a big step in performance

sailing—Seahawk can tack in 45 seconds! Its booms, spreaders,

foils and headstays are all carbon-fiber. At Perini we had to invent

and develop new, faster and more efficient captive winches and a new

generation of fully recessed furlers for the headstays. We have made big

steps forward. Our next 60-meter sloop will have a carbon-fiber mast

… another step forward.

—Fabrizio Sgariglia, sales director, Perini Navi, Viareggio, Italy

WHEN DID HARKEN GET INVOLVED WITH THE SUPERYACHT COM-

MUNITY, AND WHAT ARE YOU DOING TO KEEP UP WITH HARDWARE

FOR THESE INCREDIBLY LARGE YACHTS?

There is considerably more racing on these mega-sailing yachts than 10

ROBBIE DOYLE, DOYLE SAILMAKERS

FABRIZIO SGARIGLIA,

PERINI NAVI

years ago. They are not just cruising downwind and tacking slowly. The

New Zealand Millennium Cup was one of the first times I witnessed

that these yacht owners liked to race, and to that end they hired topflight

professional America’s Cup and Olympic crews, and these guys

are used to working equipment really hard. The faster the boats go, the

harder the loads are working. When in cruising mode, the old gear was

not a problem, but because these boats are being sailed so hard now, the

gear had to change.

Winches used on mega-sailing yachts were not expected to pull lines

in fast. The yachts jibed and tacked slowly, and sails did not have to

go to the top of a 50-meter mast in less than a minute. Now that they

are racing, both deck and captive winches need to pull in sheets and

halyards faster, for longer periods of time and at increased loads. This

necessitated different gear ratios in the winches, strengthening the gears

and changing the hydraulic motors that drive them.

Hardware to suit these loads has to be compact enough for the crew

to handle with relative ease. A lot of our game is to find materials that

are lightweight and can take higher loads for longer periods, so naturally

we are continually exploring new materials as they become available

to the market. Our factory in Italy is currently expanding its extensive

testing facility and building a testing bench that is capable of measuring

over 70 tons of load. That would have been unimaginable a few short

years ago.

—Peter Harken, CEO, Harken, Inc., Pewaukee, Wisconsin

PETER HARKEN, HARKEN INC.

WHAT ARE THE LATEST TECHNOLOGIES ROYAL HUISMAN AND

RONDAL ARE DEVELOPING TO MAKE YOUR OWNERS HAPPIER WITH

PERFORMANCE?

Performance is key. It is an inherent characteristic of mankind;

people want things that exceed that which came before. Carbon rigging

is a no-brainer. It has proved itself to be superior regarding weightsaving,

and there are also safety benefits. It is a price consideration, but

longevity is the payback. We have a new contract to do an all-carbonfiber

yacht and have created a new advanced composite division to meet

the market demand.

At superyacht regattas, it is amazing to see really big boats sailed with

relatively few people. Aboard the 55-meter [180-foot]Twizzle, they are

jibing and easily throwing around spinnakers and gennakers like one

would do aboard a maxi racer. Naturally we need the right equipment

to support the speed. Winch speeds are three times faster than 10 years

ago; not only faster, but safer. Sheets are not flogging around for a long

time before being secured.

We introduced our first Rondal slab-reef rollaway boom (RSR)

that has all the benefits of a rollaway boom. It stores and reefs the

mainsail, but also offers the advantage of slab reefing to optimize

the sail shape and load distribution through fixed points of attachment

in the sail at all reef points. Our second-generation RSR

boom is lighter with a fully integrated titanium outhaul car and a

system to allow higher outhaul and leech loads. Also we have optimized

weight distribution via a relocated mandrel engine at the

forward end of the boom, among other benefits. [The 44.8-meter

Baltic] Visione has just ordered a second claw boom, as they were

so impressed with their first one. We also improved upon our

batten car system, and now we have the ability to hoist the sail

without slowing down or stopping as each batten car enters the

track. We have created a light, user-friendly system that has less

risk of damaging the sail or the mast.

—Michael Koppstein, U.S. representative, with Ronald van Hulst,

commercial director, Royal Huisman, Vollenhove, the Netherlands

WHEN PEOPLE ARE DESIGNING SAILING YACHTS TODAY, WHAT

FEATURES ARE MOST IMPORTANT TO THEM?

I have been in the business over 45 years and have seen big boats come

a long way. Still, they only comprise about 9 to 10 percent of the yacht

market. When we designed Mirabella V, at 247 feet [75.2 meters] in

length, big enough winches and reefing systems did not exist. Harken

was commissioned to design and build them.

We are collaborating with Perini on the third in their new 60-meter

[197-foot] series. The first one, Seahawk, did very well in her first regatta.

The second one that will be delivered is a sloop rig with a carbon

fiber mast, and, like Mirabella V, her rig will be so tall she won’t be able

to go under a host of bridges.

Improved sailing systems, like hydraulic winches and sail-reefing

systems, have greatly influenced the expansion of building big, comfortable

sailing yachts because now one can sail safely with reduced crew

numbers.

I would like to think that people are becoming more ecologically

aware, and to that end, I hope we will be seeing more people wanting to

design and build sailing yachts.

—Ron Holland, Ron Holland Design, Vancouver, British Columbia

MICHAEL

KOPPSTEIN,

ROYAL HUISMAN

RON HOLLAND, RON HOLLAND DESIGN


SHIP TO SHORE

Tender and toy selections for the superyacht specialist.

Sometimes the best part of being on a yacht is getting off it—to explore,

to dive, to swim, to play. Tenders and water toys are vital tools for enhancing and

expanding any yachting experience, whether on your own boat or on charter.

Here we present some of the finest tenders and toys on the market today.

Saddle up and have some fun.

70 | AUGUST 2014

YACHTS INTERNATIONAL | 97

SHIP TO SHORE

YELLOWFIN CUSTOM YACHT TENDERS

Yellowfin Yachts, the dominant force in the off-shore fishing market, is now taking the

RHIB yacht tender market by storm.

The Custom 40 is the first RHIB in a series of sizes from 21’- 40’. Aesthetically, the design is

exceptionally sleek and meticulously well organized. Yellowfin’s world-renowned proprietary

stepped hull design is resin infused composite, with a Corecell foam core and Kevlar/fiberglass shell

with a Hypalon collar. This unique combination makes the Yellowfin RHIB the smoothest, most

efficient inflatable on the market today.

The Custom 40 has all the extras you would expect in a high-end tender: bow thrusters, inboard or

outboards option, a 400-gallon fuel capacity (500-plus-mile range at 40mph), ultra-functional anchoring

system, plenty of dry storage, and a multitude of other amenities. The 40’ model is equipped standard

with a spacious stand up head and also available with or without a pilothouse.

At Yellowfin Custom Yacht Tenders, we are dedicated to achieving perfection. We strive to bring

uncompromising quality and attention to detail through intelligent engineering and design. The result is

a tender unrivaled in seaworthiness, aesthetics and reliability.

LOA (W/ COLLAR): 40ft. (12.19m)

OVERALL BEAM: 12ft. 8in. (3.86m)

DRAFT (@DWL, HULL ONLY): 1ft. 9in. (.53m)

RIGGED WEIGHT: 10,500 lbs.

CONSTRUCTION:

∙ Resin-infused composite construction

∙ Corecell composite foam

∙ 100% Vinylester resin

∙ Kevlar/fiberglass skin

∙ Hypalon collar

MAX HORSEPOWER: 3 x 350

TRIPLE ENGINES: Yamaha or Mercury

FUEL CAPACITY: 400 gal.

For more information, contact Dean Maggio: +1 954 655 8585; Skype Deanmaggio; www.yellowfincustom.com; dean@yellowfincustom.com

102 | AUGUST 2013


SHIP TO SHORE

HACKER-CRAFT TENDERS

WITH A HACKER-CRAFT TENDER, LUXURY MEETS UTILITY

The beautiful lines and luxuries necessary to represent the owner of a mega yacht, yet fit for harsh coastal conditions. A dry,

comfortable ride through rough waters (the hull offers flare and a sharp angle of entry forward, gently transitioning to a moderate

deadrise aft). A durable hull of cold molded mahogany and epoxy composite, with a two-part non-porous bottom paint, to discourage

marine growth. Topsides and deck meticuloulsy finished to a high gloss, with over a dozen coats of hand brushed varnish. Diesel or

petrol engines, in either a single or twin arrangement. Only draws 24”, to enable cruising in shallow waters. Highly maneuverable.

Amenities include a two-point lifting arrangement, stainless steel hardware and bow thruster. Many additional options available

per the request and discretion of the owner. Custom designed, if desired.

For more information: hackerboat.com

100 | AUGUST 2013


SHIP TO SHORE

FREESTYLE CRUISER

The FreeStyle Cruiser from FreeStyle Slides is the world’s first custom-made, sealed-air, inflatable water slide for the yacht industry.

Providing the most exciting experience in water toys for privately owned and chartered vessels, the FreeStyle Cruiser is offered in our

six unique models: the LS, NLS, CS, S, SSS, IS and XS. Each individual Cruiser slide is custom-built to the exacting specifications of

your yacht. Consider including our FreeStyle Pool, lounging poolside, free of harmful sea life while enjoying the excitement of the

slide. Each pool can be customized to match your slide, using the finest drop-stitch material in the industry. We recognize the quality

of life and the level of entertainment that you as a yacht owner have come to expect. At FreeStyle Slides, we pride ourselves on being

the only truly bespoke supplier of inflatable products in the world.

Our inflatable Jet Ski Docks are a versatile floating platform designed to dock Jet Skis, Sea-Doo’s and Seabobs, with safe, easy access.

The Jet Ski Docks are made using Drop Stitch material that can support thousands of pounds for a variety of uses. Each FreeStyle Jet

Ski Dock can be customized to your specific size requirements. In addition, you can choose from an array of colors, as well as adding

your own personalized logo. We also offer standard sizes in stock. Our Jet Ski Docks come with a three-year warranty and all equipment

including storage bag, air pumps and water ballasts. Please contact us for a free consultation.

For more information: freestylecruiser.com or info@freestylecruiser.com



327 Center Console

When only the best materials, craftsmanship, and service after the sale will do...

the choice is clear.

ONE OF A KIND. ONE AT A TIME.

COME BUILD THE INTREPID OF YOUR DREAMS.

CONTACT US TODAY /// 954-922-7544 /// intrepidpowerboats.com

The Yacht is Your Escape.

Carbon Craft is Your Freedom.

There is no better way to enhance the experience of your yacht than on a Carbon Craft luxury yacht tender.

With increased leg room, ample storage, and unparalleled power and performance, Carbon Craft boldly meets

the demands of yachtsmen and their guests.

A Garmin GPS, Fusion stereo,

and custom controls are

perfectly nested into an

exposed carbon fiber dash.

With 11 possible storage

compartments, there will always

be space for your belongings.

Comfortably service a 4

stateroom yacht.

Luxury Yacht Tenders

Handcrafted in the USA

CC110 | CC130 | CC160

800-709-1387

www.carboncraft.com


CUSTOM CONFECTION

Although based on a proven Benetti platform, 56-meter Lady Candy is

very much her owner’s girl—and how sweet she is.

BY JUSTIN RATCLIFFE


‘Building a boat should be an enjoyable experience,’ says the

owner of Lady Candy. ‘It has to be fun, or what’s the point?’

Involved in even the minutiae of the design

and build process, the Hong Kong resident

was a frequent visitor to the Benetti shipyard

in Livorno, Italy, during the three years it took

to complete the largest and most sophisticated

of a string of yachts he has owned. This previous

experience, in addition to chartering other

yachts, served him well when it came to the

design of 184-foot (56-meter) Lady Candy. But

the underlying decision to take the plunge and

build a fully custom yacht was based on very

human motives.

“I’m at an age when I’m thinking of retiring

and I’ll probably only be fit enough to enjoy life to

the full for another 10 or 20 years,” he says. “Onethird

of the time we spend sleeping, and perhaps

in my latter years I won’t enjoy the quality of life I

do now. So the next 10 years are the ones I want to

enjoy with family and friends on my boat.”

His choice of owner’s representative was

Capt. Paul Brackley, a British mariner who was

involved in the construction of two Benettis,

197-foot (60-meter) Xanadu and 213-foot

(65-meter) Ambrosia, the latter notable for having

diesel-electric Azipod propulsion. Brackley

observed that most superyachts are designed by

people with little or no sea time. This led him

to set up Central Yacht, a partnership of professional

seafarers with experience designing, building

and operating large yachts, with the aim of

designing efficient vessels in which form truly

follows function. When combined with the aspirations

of the owner, this mission had a direct

impact on the interior layout and exterior styling

of Lady Candy.

The overall length was fixed at 56 meters

because Benetti already had a proven technical

platform of that size, but also for operational

reasons. The owner’s previous 38-meter (124.6-

foot) fiberglass yacht was fine for shorter cruises,

but for transoceanic voyages he required a longrange

yacht built of steel and aluminum. “Fiftysix

meters is an ideal length for a superyacht if

you want to get into the best marinas around

the world,” says the owner. “If you can take the

yacht almost anywhere and still park comfortably

in front of the Café de Paris in St Tropez,

what more do you want?”

Other considerations also were ownerdriven.

He spends many weeks cruising each

year and had specific instructions regarding the

position of the master suite. Traditionally this is

found on the forward main deck, where pitching

movements along with noise and vibration

from the bow thruster and anchor operations are

felt the most. As a consequence, the full-beam

master suite on Lady Candy is on the upper deck

aft, where it can also take advantage of the panoramic

view over the private terrace. The upper

deck also hosts a VIP cabin almost as spacious

as the master suite. Freeing up the main deck in

this way allowed for a dedicated cinema room

where the owner’s office is found in more conventional

layouts.

Open-air dining facilities are on the sundeck

close to both the dumbwaiter (which emerges at

waist level and conveniently close to the deck, as

is not always the case on sundeck installations)

and the barbecue. An aluminum ring frame

with integrated lighting covers the dining and

bar area and is fitted with a watertight awning

to protect diners from the sun and rain—an

important consideration in tropical climes. The

custom-made hot tub with its glass bulwark and

cascade feature went through various configurations

based on the owner’s instructions to make

best use of the available deck space.

Once the interior arrangement was established,

Central Yacht turned its attention to the

exterior styling and especially the size and shape

of the windows. Teardrop-shaped windows are

not ideal for looking out, so all the windows

aboard Lady Candy are designed to be as large

as possible and rectangular. A spectacular panoramic

window in the massage room on the

upper deck, for example, also illuminates the

lobby through a full-height glass partition.

“Having sketched the windows onto a basic

profile containing the essential structural features,

we could then draw in the styling lines,” says

Brackley. “Our goal was simplicity: There’s no point

in seeking complexity for the sake of it because the

look of the yacht will usually date very quickly.”

The exterior styling was governed more

by practical and safety considerations than

simple aesthetics. Recesses in the superstructure

provide a styling feature but also

help to channel water away from the side

doors and provide a safety “lip” to prevent

crew from slipping off when on cleaning

duty. Any deckhand who has had to clamber

up the communications mast to attach signal

flags knows it can be a precarious climb,

so the flags can be hoisted using a halyard

that runs down to a cleat on the wing station.

With integrated steps into the mast


ABOVE: The owner’s suite on the upper deck aft with its hand-painted Chinoiserie wall

panel behind the bed. RIGHT: Captain Paul Brackley designed the tender operations to be

handled by just two crew.

Photo by Justin Ratcliffe


structure and having avoided the customary side-by-side dome

arrangement associated with poor signal reception, the mast design

is an elegant study in efficiency.

The tender garage is relocated forward, so the beach club on the

lower afterdeck also came in for close scrutiny. The fixed aft platform

does not bounce up and down like some deployable platforms

and can be accessed either through the beach club (with its sauna

and gym) or via an exterior staircase to the main deck. A watertight

bulkhead between the swim platform and beach club means there is

no danger of flooding from a rogue wave or if a powerboat comes off

plane close to the stern.

A shipyard’s best interests are not always the same as those of its

clients, but the owner and his representative worked closely with Benetti

management to ensure that the design and construction of Lady Candy

underwent a continual process of optimization.

“There were intense yet rewarding moments of collaboration,” says

Marco De Cosmo, the Benetti project manager. “On occasions, the

team members had different ideas, but we were united by a common

goal: the desire to create a unique yacht that satisfied the owner’s high

expectations.”

Internal Affairs

AN AMERICAN DESIGNER ADDS FLAVOR TO LADY CANDY’S INTERIOR.

“I want it like home,” was the owner’s briefest of

briefs to interior designer Pamela Babey, a founding

principal of the BAMO Inc. studio in San Francisco

who previously worked on the owner’s Hong Kong

residence. Although Lady Candy was her first superyacht

project, she was not a complete stranger to

the yachting lifestyle, having enjoyed many a seafood

lunch aboard the owner’s previous yachts. From

these excursions she came to realize that the yacht

was not just a status symbol for the owner, but an

integral part of his lifestyle.

“The perfect client should be passionate,

engaged, professional and challenging, and the

owner of Lady Candy is all of these things,” Babey

says. “He and his family have traveled the world,

and this is reflected in their international tastes,

which in turn influenced their decisions aboard

the yacht.”

First and foremost, they wanted the interior to

feel comfortable and relaxed, but also to exude sophistication—much

like their Hong Kong home, where

casual family rooms are balanced with more formal

entertainment spaces. The overall effect is one of layered

luxury instead of outright ostentation with a dash

of the eclectic in the occasional use of spirited colors,

bright accents and whimsical textiles for a subtle, yet

discernable shift in ambiance from room to room.

In addition to veneers of elm burl and limed

oak with bleached and stained teak for the parquet

floors, the bespoke joinery is clad in book-matched

English sycamore and pommele sapeli, and is punctuated

with gem-like inlays of shagreen and mother-ofpearl.

The loose furniture was individually sourced

to provide a mix of classic-modern and even a

touch of humor, as in the mohair Cutie Chair in the

owner’s lounge, the Mongolian lambs’ wool benches

in the guest cabins and the white leather Bibendum

chairs by Eileen Grey in the main salon. “What you

definitely won’t find is a suite of matching furniture,”

says Babey.

As the yacht was built in Italy, it seemed only

appropriate that the designer honored the country’s

finest textile manufacturers with Rubelli silks,

Fortuny cotton weaves and Loro Piana cashmeres.

The tapa upholstery by Fortuny in the guest cabins,

for example, is named after the Hawaiian bark cloth

and was designed in 1959 when the islands became

the 50th U.S. state.

Appliqués, sconces and decorative lamps provide

warming illumination, and the spotlights are judiciously

placed to avoid glare and add sparkle to tabletops

and other polished surfaces. The glass chandelier

suspended over the grand dining table was custommade

by Barovier & Toso in Venice, while opposite the

bar in the main salon an ornate appliqué of gilded

wood by Cornelio Cappellini in Como is mounted on

a mirrored wall to radiate the light.

Despite being more formal areas, the main

salon and adjoining dining room are nonetheless

comfortable and relaxing. A bespoke gold-leaf

bar unit on a reflective base of colored glass and

copper tiles floats above the parquet and helps

to anchor the lounge. The dining table of English

sycamore with its central lazy Susan—an essential

feature of Asian dining—is surrounded by a ring of

straight-back chairs upholstered in a vibrant shade

of turquoise Rubelli silk.

“At first I was concerned the color might be

too overpowering,” admits the interior designer,

“but my misgivings evaporated when the owner’s

wife arrived at a meeting with a turquoise Birkin

handbag by Hermès and matching nail varnish.”

BENETTI Lady Candy

LOA: 183ft. 8in. (56m)

LWL: 160ft. 8in. (49m)

Beam: 34ft. 7in. (10.6m)

Draft: 11ft. 7in. (3.55m)

Construction: steel and aluminum

Displacement: (full load): 750-800 tons

Gross tonnage: 962

Engines: 2 x 1,770-hp MTU 12V 4000 M53

Fuel: 34,342 gal. (130,000L)

Water: 7,925 gal. (30,000L)

Speed: (max.): 17 knots

Speed: (cruising): 16 knots

Range: 5,000nm @ 12 knots

Generators: 2 x 175 kW Caterpillar C9

Stabilizers: Naiad zero speed

Classification: Lloyds Register/Large

Commercial Yacht Code (LY2)

Naval architecture: Azimut-Benetti SpA

Exterior styling: Central Yacht

Interior design: Central Yacht/BAMO Inc.

Guest cabins: 12 persons in 6 cabins

Crew: 14 persons in 7 cabins

Builder: Azimut-Benetti SpA

Year: 2013


DESIGNERS GONE


X-KIDS STUFF

CONCEPTS: FLIGHTS OF FANCY OR A WINDOW TO THE

FUTURE OF YACHTING? BY THE EDITORS


CONCEPTS ARE ALWAYS THE STARS OF CAR SHOWS.

While they are unlikely ever to hit the showroom or the open road, they

stimulate the imaginations of automotive enthusiasts. Yacht builders

and designers have presented concepts in increasing numbers in recent

years with the same intent. Some concepts—or individual elements of

them—have actually made it into the water. Most, however, exist to

compel us to consider the possibilities, to get us to think outside the

bulkhead. Designers send us renderings all the time. Some are far out.

Some are exceedingly cool. We challenged each of our editors to pick

a favorite to share.

THE STREETS OF MONACO

The Streets of Monaco, a concept from Yacht Island Design and naval

architects BMT Nigel Gee, is one of my all-time favorites because she is

so outrageous, yet at the same time, entirely feasible. Beginning with a

versatile 155-meter (508-foot) SWATH platform that can comfortably

carry almost anything within imagination, Yacht Island reproduced

nothing less than the storied Principality of Monaco for its initial

concept. The essence of the tiny country is captured in floating form by

including many of its signature elements. The Prince’s Palace, with its

distinctive turrets, sits to one corner, appropriately housing the owner’s

suite. Amidships is Casino Square with the Loews Hotel, the Casino

and the Hotel de Paris. Port Hercule is represented on one of the lower

decks, as is a beach club in the Oasis area. Best of all, though, is the

Formula 1 track, fully capable of three-wide kart racing on multiple

decks. I cannot think of another concept that puts a broader array of

pleasure into pleasure boating, but if Monaco is not your cup of tea,

Yacht Island Design offers Tropical Island Paradise and Project Utopia,

the latter more in keeping with Han Solo’s Millennium Falcon than

Perini Navi’s Maltese Falcon. For broader appeal, the designers have

also proposed Oriental and Middle Eastern concepts that await further

development.

—Dudley Dawson, Editor-at-Large

GHOST

It’s an automobile, it’s a train, it’s a plane. No ... it’s Ghost, a 144-meter

(472-foot) concept from the forward-thinking folks at Ken Freivokh

Design. Making use of technology already evident in transportation


THE STREETS OF MONACO

vehicles and architecture—carbon composites, space-frame

structures and advanced glass technology—Ghost’s design is not only

hydrodynamic, but it also achieves aerodynamic characteristics that

will boost efficiency and provide a quieter environment underway. The

use of a space-frame structure, which

has been adapted in airport terminals,

GHOST

skyscrapers and museums, is an obvious

approach for large yachts subjected to

massive loads and pressures. Freivokh

says he “envisions using the latest

materials on a light, strong and rigid

structure with a highly versatile skin

designed to keep the water out, the

guests protected and achieve amazing

panoramic views out.” The Ghost

concept is one of total flexibility where

a rigid space-frame system takes care of

the torsional stiffness and allows large

span openings, such as particularly

handsome shell doors capable of

accommodating a 49-foot 2-inch (15-

meter) limousine tender.

Some unique features include

underwater viewing, sliding helipad

platforms, opening skylights, a

telescopic signal mast forward, a

glass-sided pool within a handsome

gymnasium and a massive atrium.

Ghost boasts green credentials with the

adoption of a new light-sensitive film

embedded on the skin of the yacht,

generating electricity to take care of all

the hotel loads.

—Jill Bobrow, Editor-at-Large

BAHAMAS

By definition, yacht concepts are usually experimental, possibly impractical

and occasionally downright unbuildable. But put a naval architect on the

job and the result is likely to be reverse-engineered to suit a specific purpose

or function. This is exactly the case with the 48-meter (157-foot 6-inch)

Bahamas concept by Horacio Bozzo, founder and principal designer of

Axis Group Yacht Design. Bozzo has teamed with the Rossinavi shipyard

in Viareggio, Italy, to develop a shallow-draft yacht designed specifically for

cruising the shoal waters of the Bahamas with all the volume and comfort

associated with a displacement hull.

“Why Bahamas?” asks the Argentine designer. “Because the name

derives from the Spanish baja mar, or shallow water, a reference to the

sand banks and reefs around the archipelago’s 700-odd islands.”

The upshot is an all-aluminum yacht with a draft of just 6 feet—at least

2 feet less than a conventional displacement hull of comparable size—

achieved by combining a round bilge configuration with the hard chines

of a semi-displacement hull. The advantage is that the yacht can get closer

to the beach and more protected anchorages. There are no delays while

waiting for tides to change, and the captain can take direct routes between

BAHAMAS


SPORTFISHERMAN

islands, saving up to five hours’ navigation time in the process.

The interior concept has been conceived as a modular platform with three

interior styles—Colonial (Hamptons style), Classic and Modern—to offer

owners flexible yet fast turnkey solutions. The 900 square feet (83.6 square

meters) of upper deck space will be dedicated to the owner’s private use with

a master suite, service pantry, sky lounge, al fresco dining and forward Jacuzzi.

The main deck houses the galley, main salon and infinity pool on the afterdeck,

with four guest cabins and crew accommodation on the lower deck.

Twin Cat C32 main engines provide a top speed of 15.5 knots and a

range of 4,000 nautical miles at an economical 11 knots.

—Justin Ratcliffe, Editor-at-Large Europe

X-KIDS STUFF

The Italians don’t play games when it comes to design. Although in this

case, the sense of fun and games runs deep and wide. The 90-meter (295-

foot) concept X-Kids Stuff came through recently from the Pastrovich

design studio in Monaco. Principal Stefano Pastrovich has long been

involved in cutting-edge designs including styling of the WallyPower

line. The X-Kids Stuff concept is part of what Pastrovich calls its Parkour

Class, one of four classes the studio has developed to represent different

owner personalities. The others are Dressage, Backpacker and Freeride.

The theme of the X-Kids Stuff design is “no boundaries.” In this case,

that translates on several levels. First, the open-plan interior and highstyle

exterior spaces are intended to blend seamlessly. Private spaces

can be created with sliding walls. Among the design’s many intriguing

innovations is an inflatable, modular “jetty” that extends from the

transom to allow guests to walk ashore when the yacht is anchored out.

The engineering and technology the design employs, including a

carbon-fiber hull and lightweight materials throughout, allow maximum

strength and minimum draft. Also contributing to the yacht’s strength is a

unique geometric concept that derives from … bees. Instead of employing

traditional transverse and longitudinal beams, X-Kids Stuff has been

created around hexagonal structures like those found in beehives. The

shapes are inherently strong, offer flexibility in interior arrangement

and require less material than conventional structures.

Beyond cool? I’d say so. —Kenny Wooton, Editor-in-Chief

SPORTFISHERMAN

Go big or go home. That mantra goes hand in hand with sportfishing.

While size matters more at the weigh-in than in the length of your slip,

there’s a lot to like about super-size comfort and amenities when the action

ends. Brilliant Boats’ answer is a 50-meter (164-foot) Sportfisherman

concept—the first of its kind to be introduced to the superyacht league.

Designed for speed, efficiency and certainly a little intimidation

factor, the Sportfisherman breaks rank in traditional superyacht

design, resembling a battleship more than a cruising vessel. But

the concept maintains spacious, luxurious areas throughout. The

interior offers an owner’s duplex suite with a private main-deck

foyer and sitting room. Continuing accommodations include two

VIP suites and two twin suites, plus room for eight crewmembers.

A large Jacuzzi sits on the foredeck, which also features wellplaced

sunpad areas and expansive deck space for alfresco dining

and entertaining. Farther forward is a touch-and-go helipad and fullbeam

tender garage that can swallow toys and a pair of 25-foot (7.6-

meter) tenders. The aft cockpit converts into a beach club with sofas

and loungers, and a staircase down into the water. The passerelle

doubles as a diving board.

A pair of 3,000-horsepower 16-cylinder diesels generates speeds

in the high 20-knot range, while a centerline turbine option

threatens to bang out 45 knots, making the Sportfisherman one

of the fastest private vessels of her size on the water.

—Andrew Parkinson, Senior Editor



POWER PLAYERS

The yachting

industry is a tough

place to achieve

sustained success.

These executives

and the companies

they represent have

found ways not

just to survive, but

to thrive through

a challenging

period. The way

they approach their

businesses, and

their reflections

on customers,

innovation and

service, are of value

to anyone seeking

the best of the best in

a highly competitive

environment.


POWER PLAYERS

ROSSINAVI

www.rossinavi.it

”

COO OF ROSSINAVI

What is your basic philosophy

on building luxury yachts?

We strive for uniqueness

of the product in all its

components, durability,

technique and style.

What is unique about

Rossinavi? How do you

differentiate your product from

the rest of the market?

We are not really a company

based on the yacht industrial

approach. We are, and

we always will be “yacht

tailors.” We co-design with

our clients so that we can

translate into the product

their “vision and thinking.”

We ensure that their ideas

“materialize” in the yachts of

their dreams.

What is the most important

key to outstanding customer

service? How do you build

lasting client relationships?

We love our jobs and our

clients understand this. For us

it is not a matter of “building

lasting client relationships,”

but rather something like

“keep in contact with us

when you wish to talk about

your yacht.” Our owners

share our passion for yachts.

We are their builder and we

spend time together sharing

many aspects of their project.

What innovations do you

think have made the strongest

impact on the yachting industry

in recent years?

I think that the new

knowledge about building

materials compatibility is

very relevant. I also believe

the outfitting, the lighter

materials, and the highperformance

glasses used

on contemporary yachts is

relevant. The fact that the

engineering approach is

more prominent from the

initial stages to the end of the

production is giving a very

strong contribution to the

entire industry.

What is your vision for the

company moving forward?

What do you see as your

greatest challenge?

We have recently

presented our new yacht

design named

“Bahamas” in the U.S.A.,

which is our greatest

challenge. Until now we

have been able to satisfy

many kinds of clients, but

from the U.S. market, with the

exception of the motoryacht

Numptia, we haven’t been

able to attract the interest

of other buyers. That’s why

we have started the entire

“Operation Bahamas Project”

from a deep U.S. product/

marketing analysis. With

Bahamas, we have set up a

new specific action based on

the developing of a specific

yacht for a specific market.

In the end, we think we will

succeed, but only the market in

the following months will tell us

the truth. This product is also

a part of the company vision

and will match our philosophy

of placing “quality first.”

What’s the first word you hope

comes to mind for our readers

when someone mentions

Rossinavi?

It’s three words actually:

quality, reliability and luxury.

Federico Rossi has been

Rossinavi’s COO since 2010.

He started working for his

family’s company when he was

18 as a metal carpenter, later

moving to project management

for yacht construction and

finally into top management.

Federico also is involved

in several R&D projects for

product innovation. He is a

member of NAVIGO (Yacht

Builders R&D Consortium) of

Tuscany.

88 | AUGUST 2014

YACHTS INTERNATIONAL |

POWER PLAYERS

SANLORENZO AMERICAS

www.sanlorenzoamericas.com

”“Our goal is to

be the highestlevel

boutique

retailer for

the Americas

market”

George Jousma

PRESIDENT AND CEO OF SANLORENZO AMERICAS

How did you get your start in

the yachting industry?

I grew up boating with my

family in the Great Lakes

on a range of boats with

a variety of experiences.

At Allied Richard Bertram

Marine Group, my team

and I were responsible for

bringing several Italian

brands successfully to the

forefront of the U.S. market.

I am now representing one

of the finest yacht builders

in the world at Sanlorenzo

Americas. I have earned

a reputation for successfully

selling and marketing

European-styled products to

the Americas.

What is your basic philosophy

on building luxury yachts?

Our philosophy is to build

a unique product for our

client base of experienced

yachtsmen who know what

they want in a yacht. Our

goal is to be the highestlevel

boutique retailer for

the Americas market and

to provide exceptional

customer service. After

years of experience with

delivering Italian brands to

the United States, I am now

fortunate to be bringing

these luxury yachts to the

Americas.


Sanlorenzo Americas? How do

you differentiate your product

from the rest of the market?

We specialize in building

personalized made-tomeasure

yachts ranging

from 72 feet to 200 feet.

Each yacht is different and

is customized accordingly to

each owner’s request using

the highest-quality materials.

The same process and

level of customization you

might envision with building

a 200-foot superyacht is

achieved when

building any

size Sanlorenzo. We can

deliver a level of interior

personalization and

quality unmatched by our

mainstream competitors.




Sanlorenzo Americas?

Enthusiasm. Enthusiasm

for our love of the product

and the customer’s love

of the experience when

building their Sanlorenzo.

It is exciting to work with

customers who have owned

several yachts and now

know what they want and

require for their lifestyle on

the water. Working with

customers to create a unique

yacht built to their taste and

specifications creates a

passion for what we offer.

George Jousma has been a

life-long boater, growing up in

the midwestern United States.

He graduated from DePaul

University in Chicago with a

business degree.

Jousma, formerly president of

Allied Richard Bertram Marine

Group (ARB), has an extensive

background in distributing

Italian yachts into the Americas.

Over his 15–year tenure at

ARB, the company was one

of the largest distributors of

Azimut, Benetti and Ferretti

products in the Americas.


POWER PLAYERS

IBERIABANK

www.iberiabank.com

”“The most

important key to

winning clients

and building

relationships is

trust”

Maria Elena Ferrer

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT & PRIVATE BANKING RELATIONSHIP MANAGER OF IBERIABANK


IBERIABANK?

Founded in 1887 in

Louisiana, IBERIABANK has

been making boat loans for

many years. We underwrite

each credit request unlike

many maritime lenders who

simply make decisions based

solely on credit scores.

As a full-service bank, the

sale doesn’t begin and end

with one transaction; it is

simply the start of a future

relationship.

How do you differentiate

yourselves from your

competitors?

I’ve been a banker in

Southeast Florida for over

25 years. I specialize in

helping affluent individuals

purchase not just boats,

but airplanes, real estate,

business ventures and more.

I am not a loan broker or

solely a yacht lender. I am a

knowledgeable banker with

the credit skills to understand

complex financial plans.

My clients are far more

than numbers and balance

sheets. They are successful

individuals who deserve

exceptional service.

What is the most important key

to winning clients or building

lasting client relationships?

I believe the most important

key to winning clients and

building relationships is

“trust.” If you tell a client or

prospective client that you

will call them back, call

them back. It’s amazing how

many people share with me

that this simple courtesy is

not followed by so many

“so-called” professionals

in our business. My clients

have come to experience

and expect quick responses,

a holistic view of their

financials, and competitive

pricing and terms.

Because I deliver on these

commitments,

many of my

clients are repeat customers

who not only come back to

me for their future purchases,

but they also confidently

refer me to their friends and

family.

What was the first lesson you

ever learned in your field?

Although it may not be the

first lesson I learned, it is the

biggest lesson I have learned

in my line of business. There

is no such thing as a bad

deal with a good client.

Good clients always keep

their promises, they make

good on their commitments,

and they go above and

beyond when situations

become difficult. Although

every potential loan goes

through IBERIABANK’s credit

review process, my personal

experiences have taught me

that “character” is the most

important “C” in credit.

From air to water to land,

Maria Elena Ferrer has helped

thousands of clients finance

the yacht, plane or real estate

purchase of their dreams.

A “Power Player” of the

financial industry with more

than 25 years of experience in

Southeast Florida, Maria Elena

serves as IBERIABANK’s Senior

Vice President and Private

Banking Relationship Manager.

High net worth individuals

return to Maria Elena again

and again to experience

the exceptional service they

deserve. Member FDIC. Equal

Housing Lender.

90 | AUGUST 2014


POWER PLAYERS

HARGRAVE CUSTOM YACHTS

www.hargraveyacht.com

”

PRESIDENT OF HARGRAVE CUSTOM YACHTS

How did you get your start in

the yachting industry?

I started at the bottom,

literally. My first job was

painting boat bottoms at a

yard in Stuart, Florida. I was

lucky that when I started, the

paint foreman had a real

passion for painting bottoms.

He explained carefully that

it was hard work and took

a lot of patience, and he

showed me spots on the

bottom where if I didn’t do

my prep job exactly right,

the boat would be back in

a matter of months and the

yard would have to do the

entire job over again at no

charge. I feel the same today

when I haul my own boats

for a bottom job.

If you could change one

thing about today’s yachting

industry, what would it be?

If I could just wave a magic

wand, I would find some

way to lower the cost of

yachting. Over the past 20

years, I have watched the

cost of everything we do

escalate to the point where

you can see good customers

start to drop out. When

we first began importing

in Monte Finos to the U.S.

market back in 1996, the

cost of an 82- to 84-foot

yacht was below $2 million.

Today, that same boat is

over $5 million. I think in the

future, some new technology

will appear that will let us

create a whole new type of

yacht at a much lower price

point.


Hargrave? How do you

differentiate your product from

the rest of the market?

I tell customers that

Hargraves are different

because they are designed

to be different. When you

look at cutting edge designs

today, designers usually

start the process with several

dazzling profile sketches that

are designed to stand out

in a crowded

field, and then

they sit down to figure out

what they can fit inside.

Hargraves are designed from

the inside out. We start with

what we want to accomplish

inside the boat first, and then

when we have that dialed in

we begin styling the outside

of the boat. We have more

usable room more for owners

and their guests, bigger crew

quarters which is critical to

crew retention, and way

more storage space than our

competitors which is why

Hargraves work so well in

charter.




Hargrave Custom Yachts?

No question about it, for us

the word is service. If you

ask any brokers in town they

will tell you that nobody

takes better care of their

customers than Hargrave.

Raised in Stuart, Florida, Mike

has always loved being on

the water. He bought his

first boat when he was 16

and after college, decided

to make a career out of his

love of boating. In 1992, he

joined Colonial Yachts in Fort

Lauderdale, the southeast

dealer for Princess, Cheoy Lee,

Southern Cross, Stevens and

Baltic Yachts. Now the president

of Hargrave Custom Yachts, he

is married to Shelley Higgins

DiCondina, owner of Yacht

Interiors by Shelley, Inc.


YOUR YACHT MONEY

Out-of-Pocket Costs, Registration

Decisions Related to the Maritime

Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC)

By Catherine Kent

By now, most yacht owners and yachting

industry professionals have at least a basic

understanding of the MLC. They know it is

in force. They know it applies primarily to

yachts that charter. And they know it mandates

that owners provide specific, crewrelated

benefits such as minimum standards

for living quarters, health and social security

benefits, repatriation, paid leave and period

of notice for termination, plus a written seafarer’s

employment agreement (SEA) enumerating

these rights.

However, many do not have a clear understanding

of the issues that affect yacht owners

the most, namely the out-of-pocket costs of

compliance and how these costs can vary

depending on the yacht’s flag state and the type

of registration selected within that flag state.

The most expensive component of the

MLC, and what initially caused the most

concern in the yachting community, is the

requirement that owners provide health

and social security benefits that exceed

benefits traditionally covered by protection

and indemnity (P&I) insurance—a minimum

of 16 weeks of medical coverage and wages

from the date of an illness or injury incurred

in service to the ship. These expenses can

and should be covered under a yacht’s P&I

and/or crew health insurance policy. As long

as the appropriate MLC-compliant policies

are in place, yacht owners should be concerned

with these expenses only to the

extent there is concern with making claims

against the P&I policy, and only in the event

that a seafarer makes a medical claim postemployment—because

crew health insurance

policies typically cover medical claims

only during the seafarer’s employment. To

ensure such coverage is effective, the SEA

should always be approved by the yacht’s

insurance underwriter, who should confirm

that the policy will cover claims for the owner’s

costs as set forth in the SEA. Owners

also should always consult their insurance

broker or agent before deciding how to

handle a potential claim.

Other MLC-related costs are not covered

by insurance and will need to be paid out

of the owner’s pocket. These costs can vary

depending on the yacht’s flag state and the

type of registration selected within that state,

i.e., private vs. commercial vs. private yacht

with limited charter ability. The differences

result from the flexibility that flag states are

Continued on page 100

As long as the appropriate MLC-compliant

policies are in place, yacht owners should

be concerned with these expenses only to

the extent there is concern with making

claims against the P&I policy.

HAVE THOUGHTS ON THIS TOPIC? E-MAIL: YACHTSMAIL@AIMMEDIA.COM

Catherine Kent is an associate attorney with Alley, Maass, Rogers & Lindsay, P.A., in Palm Beach, Florida. She can be reached at 561 659 1770, by email

at catherine.kent@amrl.com, or via Twitter @YachtLawyer.


Phot

otog

ogra

raph

phy by Bill

lly Bl

ack

NEWPORT

BROKERAGE

BOAT SHOW

SEPTEMBER 11-14, 2014

NEWPORT RHODE ISLAND

A TOP DISPLAY OF QUALITY

BROKERAGE YACHTS

DON’T MISS THE CHANCE TO VIEW OVER A 100

QUALITY SAIL AND MOTOR YACHTS FROM 40’ TO 140’

ON DISPLAY AT THE NEWPORT SHIPYARD.

Admission to this show is complimentary and offers a water

shuttle to the Newport International Boat Show.

*Admission to this show not included.

PRESENTED BY

SPONSORED BY

PRIVATE YACHT ACATIONS

Superyacht Values

in Smaller Packages

MORE AND MORE OWNERS ARE PROVING YOU DON’T NEED

A SUPERYACHT TO CREATE A SUPER CHARTER EXPERIENCE.

By Kim Kavin

GET MORE

Subscribe to our Charter Extra

e-newsletter and get the latest on alluring

charter industry news delivered straight

to your inbox. Scan this QR code or go to

yachtsinternational.com to sign up.

BIBICH

Superyachts cast such a wide and

shapely shadow across the charter

industry that smaller, entry-level

crewed yachts sometimes seem like wallflowers

at the big dance. More than a few

deserve a serious spotlight these days. We

are living in a heyday of luxury in the 90- to

115-foot (27.4- to 35-meter) range, driven

by the fact that, post-recession, many clients

will book—no, will clamor to book—smaller

yachts at lower rates if they can still get the

superyacht-quality amenities they enjoyed

before the economic crash.

“I visited 200 countries in three years by

boat, camel, submarine, helicopter, hot-air

balloon, bicycle, cruise ship, big yachts and

bareboats,” says John Brendmoe, owner of

96-foot (29.3-meter) Princess Alexandra V,

which charters with Neo Yachting. “What

I fell in love with was Capt. Carol Dunlop

on the 35-meter [115-foot] yacht Surprise

in Fiji. Then we did other charters and they

were not even close, so with my own boat, I

wanted a six-star crew and six-star service. I

want a 90-meter in 30 meters.”

Brendmoe undertook a refit of the

production motoryacht that makes the interior

look like a custom job. He hired a masseuse

and a Michelin-trained chef. He added

a 36-foot (11-meter) limousine tender to

the charter program. He installed dual large

freezers to hold imported truffles, caviar,

smoked salmon, Chateaubriand, Kobe beef

and more. He brought in top-dollar cigars,

top-shelf cognac and, as he puts it, “organic

chocolate made from wild cows”—each

piece custom-branded with the Alexandra V

logo, just as they might be on a superyacht.

His goal is to attract clients who understand


Destination Luxury

YACHT CHARTERS

+1.954.761.3237

charter@churchillyachts.com

CHARTER MANAGEMENT

+1.954.527.2626

management@churchillyachts.com

1845 Cordova Road #216

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

www.churchillyachts.com

RHINO | 154' Admiral | Guests: 10 | SRs: 5 | Crew: 10 | From: $140,000/wk

Summer: New England | Winter: Caribbean | 3 tenders, 4 jetskis, 2 u/w scooters,

giant water slide. 10-to-10 guest-to-crew ratio. www.charterbrochure.com/rhino

ANDROMEDA LA DEA | 154' Perini Navi | Guests: 9 | SRs: 4 | Crew: 9

Summer: Eastern Mediterranean | Winter: Caribbean | From: $115,000/wk

True elegance, immaculately kept, exceptional crew. www.syandromedacharter.com

LADY J | 142' Palmer Johnson | Guests: 12 | SRs: 5 | Crew: 9 | From: $99,000/wk

Summer: New England | Winter: Caribbean | 32' Intrepid tender with fishing gear,

stabilizers, 2 JetSkis, 2 SUPs, SCUBA gear. www.ladyjyachtcharters.com

CAPRICORN | 140' Proteksan-Turquoise | Guests: 12 | SRs: 6 | Crew: 8

Summer: New England | Winter: Caribbean | From: $135,000/wk | 27' Scout,

2 waverunners, 2 kayaks, 2 SUPs, stabilizers, WiFi. www.capricornyacht.com

OLGA | 121' Crescent | Guests: 8 | SRs: 4 | Crew: 6

Year-round: Bahamas | From: $59,000/wk | 35' Donzi fishing tender, SCUBA,

stabilizers, VSAT, great crew, award winning Chef. www.charterbrochure.com/olga

MORE MAGIC | 67' Discovery Yachts | Guests: 6 | SRs: 3 | Crew: 2

Summer: New England | Winter: Caribbean | From: $18,000/wk | Large cockpit,

roomy interior with 3 double cabins and charming crew. www.more-magic.com

[ PRIVATE YACHT VACATIONS]

that real pampering does not have to mean

sky-high, superyacht-level charter rates.

“I am fed up with chartering expensive

boats and getting nothing back,” Brendmoe

says. “This boat is €69,000 [about $96,000]

for eight guests and I am going to keep it at

that. I know I am putting my neck out. It’s not

every boat that offers the clients the cream

of the cake.”

The owner of 94-foot (28.7-meter) Peri

Bibich, which charters through Ocean

Independence at a weekly base rate of

€65,000 (about $90,500) for eight guests, has

a similar attitude. When she commissioned

135-foot (41.1-meter) Peri Bibich Too, Capt.

Tobias Oberholzer figured the smaller 2008

build would be spruced up and sold. Instead,

the owner funded a €1.6 million (about $2.2

million) refit that included all new or overhauled

systems—even strengthening parts of

the hull—as well as a contemporary, Armani

interior décor by Italian naval architect and

designer Matteo Picchio.

“It took two years at Amico shipyard in

Genoa, and we just finished last week,”

Oberholzer said in early May while donning

the new light-green crew uniform, also by

Armani. “We have all new Italian marble. We

are one of the first boats to have the Mr.

Smith audiovisual system, which does things

that Apple AirPlay cannot do. Stabilizers and

a hydraulic swim platform are next on our list

ALEXANDRA V

of things to add. If it can be made better, the

owner wants to make it better.”

At 111 feet (33.8 meters), the Leopard

Arno Cheeky Tiger is setting a similar standard

with a weekly base rate of €60,000 (about

$83,500) for eight guests. Furniture is by the

bespoke Linley house in London along with

Christian Liaigre, a name more often associated

with yachts like 220-foot (67.2-meter)

Alloy Vertigo. A masseuse is part of the crew.

Baccarat glassware, Hermes crockery and

Christofle flatware are among the fineries

charter guests will enjoy.

“She has a top speed of 35 knots as well as

an 8.6-meter [28.2-foot] chase tender,” says

Bianca McNulty, charter marketing manager

at Y.CO. “We recently had an open house

aboard in the South of France, and the

CHEEKY TIGER

charter brokers couldn’t believe what they

were seeing in that size yacht.”

Alexandra V, Bibich and Cheeky Tiger are

just three examples of smaller motoryachts

offering superior charter amenities these

days. Also worth a look are the just-launched,

90-foot (27.6-meter) Sanlorenzo Noor with

a high-style contemporary interior, marketed

by Edmiston and Company; the beautifully

refit 85-foot (25.9-meter) classic Feadship

Sultana with Camper and Nicholsons

International; 109-foot (33.2-meter) LYNX

Heliad II, whose traditional canoe stern belies

her modern interior décor, marketed by

Fraser Yachts Worldwide; 111-foot (33.8-

meter) Leopard Arno Koji with Oceanstyle by

Burgess, offering a stylish main-salon bar and

an interior décor by Laura Pomponi, better

known for work aboard megayachts including

141-foot (43-meter) CRN Emotion; and even

the smaller, 62-foot (18.9-meter) Lagoon

Ocean View, a newly launched sailing catamaran

with Sunreef Yachts Charter whose salon

has nearly wall-size, megayacht-style glass

doors that open onto the afterdeck.

The owners of these yachts, taken collectively,

are setting a new standard for the size

range in charter worldwide.

“There are too many boat owners who

think they have the best of the best, and they

don’t,” says Alexandra V owner Brendmoe.

“What is the perfect size? Not too much

crew, not too much hassle and the boat can

get you where you want. That is 30 to 40

meters [98.4 to 131 feet], at the most.”

HAVE A QUESTION ABOUT CHARTER? WRITE TO US AT: YACHTSMAIL@AIMMEDIA.COM


IT’S THE

BOAT

SHOW

THE FORT LAUDERDALE ®

INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW

YACHTS - EXOTIC CARS - MARINE TOYS

COVERING SIX LOCATIONS AND OVER

3 MILLION SQUARE FEET OF SPACE

OCT 3O-NOV 3

OWNED & SPONSORED BY:

DISCOUNT TICKETS GREAT HOTEL DEALS

WWW.SHOWMANAGEMENT.COM

FREE DOWNLOAD

MYBOATSHOW APP

BAHIA MAR YACHTING CENTER - LAS OLAS MUNICIPAL MARINA - HALL OF FAME MARINA - BROWARD COUNTY CONVENTION CENTER - FT LAUDERDALE HILTON MARINA - THE SAILS MARINA


Cellar & Galley

A CHEF AND A MASTER SOMMELIER SERVE UP THE PERFECT PAIRINGS

CHEF KDN LYNE M/Y SWEET ESCAPE

Chef Kdn grew up on an organic catering for a wide range of

farm near the Glass House dietary needs as well as creating

Mountains in Queensland, delicious, healthy spa menus.

Australia, where he developed a In 2009, Kdn won the annual

passion for growing and cooking Concours de Chef competition

food from an early age. He in Antigua, highlighting his

started his apprenticeship at age culinary talents and ability to

14, and at age16 he moved to create award-winning menus.

Sydney and began his career in Kdn has a flair for serving

fine dining under internationally up a “feast for the senses” in

acclaimed chef Dietmar Sawyere, which every dish is presented as

learning techniques used in an aesthetic work of art. With

French gastronomy, Japanese a talent for combining local

presentation and fusion cuisine. French and Italian cuisine and

During the past 15 years as experimenting with flavors from

a chef, he has expanded his time spent living in Indonesia,

repertoire working in some of Vietnam and Sri Lanka, Kdn is

Australia’s best restaurants, and passionate about using fresh,

in 2005 he decided to merge his local and organic produce.

skills with a career on yachts. Whether guests request a

Over the years, Kdn has enjoyed healthy spa menu or wish to

his extensive experience

plan a themed celebration,

Kdn always enjoys helping

them realize an unforgettable

culinary experience on board

VIRGINIA PHILIP

yacht Sweet Escape. In his free

time, Kdn enjoys surfing, diving,

snowboarding, cooking and, of THE WINES

of Southern Spain located just

course, dining out.

As we move through the heat of behind Málaga. This wine is a venture

yachtsweetescape.com

the summer, we look for lighter

with renowned importer

wines to entice the palate. This Jorge Ordóñez and Kracher,

THE MENU

menu is composed of some delicious

fare that is a bit lighter to ily of Austria. The aromas are

the famous wine pioneer fam-

match the time of year.

lively with notes of orange zest,

ratatouille, baby spinach and The first course of grilled tangerine rind, honeysuckle and

toasted almond slivers

polenta and herb cake with ratatouille,

limeade. On the palate, the tex-

baby spinach and toasted ture of the polenta and herb

served with fennel purée, almond slivers works beautifully cake is refreshing with the notes

steamed asparagus and saffron with the Botani Moscatel Seco,

››

of pear, white peach and underripe

apricot. The almond slivers

velouté

Sierras de Málaga, Spain, 2011.

This slightly off-dry version bring out the pleasant mineral

cheesecake with a macadamia of moscatel comes from the note on the finish.

nut and date crust

mountainous region on the tip For the next course of


© LILA PHOTO

Summer Cruising

YACHT CHARTERS

+1.954.761.3237

charter@churchillyachts.com

CHARTER MANAGEMENT

+1.954.527.2626

management@churchillyachts.com

1845 Cordova Road #216

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

www.churchillyachts.com

Marae is accepting Christmas

& New Year’s charters

MARAE

108' ALLOY YACHTS

Guests: 6 | Staterooms: 3 | Crew: 4

Summer: New England | Winter: Caribbean

From: $54,000/week

Modern classic, Lasers, paddleboards,

canoes, jet tender, floating island.

www.charterbrochure.com/marae

Meet Sweet Escape’s Chef Kdn Lyne

SWEET ESCAPE

130' CHRISTENSEN

Guests: 10 | Staterooms: 5 | Crew: 8

Summer: New England | Winter: Caribbean

From: $95,000/week

Includes: 32' Everglades tender with fishing

gear, giant water slide, 2 JetSkis, 2 SUPs,

SCUBA gear, gymnasium, superior service.

www.yachtsweetescape.com

‹‹


crispy-skinned salmon fillet

served with fennel purée,

steamed asparagus and saffron

velouté, I recommend

the Guidobono Langhe

Nebbiolo, Piemonte, 2010. The

Faccenda family purchased the

Guidobono winery in 2003

with the dream of producing

world-class wines. Made from

100 percent nebbiolo, this wine

would be considered a baby

Barolo or Barbaresco. The tannin

structure, however, is lighter

and would work well with the

crispy skin of the salmon. The

aromas of tart red cherries,

cranberries and dried rose petals

marry well with the fennel

purée. On the palate, these

flavors are joined by notes of

earth, truffles and dried tea

leaves.

Rounding out the meal, we

finish with a mini vanilla bean

and rosella cheesecake with a

macadamia nut and date crust

paired with the Andrew Quady

Essensia, Madera, California,

2012. The flavor of Essensia

was derived from the orange

muscat grape, originally found

in France, Spain and Italy, where

it is called moscato flor d’arancio

(orange blossom muscat). The

Quady winery has been specializing

in dessert wines since

1975. Essensia was created in

1980. The aromas are intense

with perfumed orange rind,

honeysuckle, macerated apricot

and papaya. The palate is rich,

sweet and luscious. The flavors

mimic the aromas as this decadent

“nectar of the gods” coats

your mouth—an excellent way

to finish.

, Sierras

de Málaga, Spain, 2011, $19.99

,

Piemonte, 2010, $17.99

,

Madera, California, 2012, $17.99

(half-bottle)

Virginia Philip is one of only just over 200 professionals worldwide to hold the title of master sommelier. Her discerning palate and encyclopedic knowledge also earned her

the American Sommelier Association’s title of “Best Sommelier of the United States.” At The Breakers Palm Beach, Philip oversees the beverage selection of the resort’s nine

restaurants and bars and 14 wine lists. She owns Virginia Philip Wine Shop & Academy in West Palm Beach.

For more information: virginiaphilipwineshopacademy.com

Your Yacht Your Money continued from page 92

allowed in the interpretation of certain provisions

of the MLC. For example, a flag state

may require that seafarers are given paid leave

for the flag state’s national public holidays in

addition to the 30 days’ paid leave required by

the MLC. Another example is that a flag state

may recommend or require that the owner

provide more than the seven days’ minimum

notice (or pay in lieu thereof) required by the

MLC for termination of a seafarer.

To illustrate how flag state differences in the

interpretation of the MLC can affect an owner

out of pocket, consider the following scenario:

An owner wants to terminate a captain or

crew member immediately, and the captain or

crew member has accrued—but not used—

his or her full annual leave entitlement. If the

flag state requires that seafarers are paid eight

days’ leave for national public holidays—in

addition to the 30 days’ paid leave required

by the MLC—and the SEA requires 30 days’

notice for termination instead of the minimum

seven days’ notice required by the MLC, the

owner has to pay the captain or crew member

31 days’ wages more than what the MLC

Since there has not yet been a full charter

season in the Mediterranean since implementation of

the MLC, it remains to be seen whether port state

control in those countries visited on charter will find the

current policies of more lenient flag states valid.

requires, in addition to any earned wages due.

Whether the MLC applies to a given yacht,

or a specific worker on that yacht, varies by

flag state. Certain flag states require all yachts

that charter to carry a commercial registry

and comply with the MLC. Other flag states

allow a yacht that engages in only limited

chartering activity to register as a private vessel

with authorization for limited charter and

do not require such yachts to comply with

the MLC. At least one major flag state has

suggested that it will require all yachts, private

and commercial, to provide seafarers with

MLC benefits. Flag states also have varying

positions on whether the MLC applies to

occasional workers, known as supernumeraries,

who are typically temporary workers

engaged by charterers. In some flag states, a

nanny, masseuse or security agent, for example,

may be considered a “seafarer,” and the

employing owner or charterer may need to

enter into an SEA with that supernumerary

and provide MLC or equivalent benefits.

Other legal and technical issues to consider

include the cost of the MLC inspection

and survey, which can vary by flag state. Since

there has not yet been a full charter season

in the Mediterranean since implementation of

the MLC, it remains to be seen whether port

state control in those countries visited on

charter will find the current policies of more

lenient flag states valid. What’s clear is that the

MLC is a factor to consider when selecting

a yacht’s flag and type of registration, as the

owner’s costs of crew employment will vary

to the owner’s advantage or disadvantage.


S I N C E 1 9 8 1

Atlass Insurance Group staff onboard “PEGASO” 73.60m (241' 5") custom expedition motor yacht.

See the Atlass team up close on the Atlass Insurance Facebook page

MAIN OFFICE | 1300 SE 17th Street, Suite 220 | Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33316 | (954) 525-0582

COCOA OFFICE | 26 Oleander Street | Cocoa, Florida 32922 | (321) 459-9905

NEWPORT OFFICE | 19 Brown & Howard Wharf #7 | Newport, Rhode Island 02840 | (401) 619-4790

ATLASSINSURANCE.COM QUOTE LINE 1-800-330-3370

When you’re talking Insurance,

You should be talking to Atlass

Over the past 30 years Atlass has assembled an

awesome team of specialists dedicated to providing

the best insurance advice and service to the yachting

community. While we have served as risk managers

to many of the world’s megayachts, including the one

pictured here, we are happy to address the needs

of any and all yacht owners. So if you are the proud

owner of a center console, a family cruiser or for

that matter almost any power or sailing yacht, give

us a call, we stand ready to provide the very best

insurance advice and solutions.

— Frank Atlass, President and CEO

Emotion

LOA 43m (141ft)

BUILD CRN Ancona, Italy, 2007 (refit 2012)

EUR 11,450,000

Central Agents for sale and charter

Not for charter to US residents while in US waters

Salute

LOA 56m (183.7ft)

BUILD Perini Navi, Italy, 2008

USD 35,000,000

Central Agents for sale

Not for sale to US residents while in US waters

THE WORLD’S LEADING SUPERYACHT AUTHORITY

Cakewalk

LOA 85.6m (280.9ft)

BUILD Derecktor, USA, 2010

EUR 119,000,000


Capri

LOA 58.6m (192.1ft)

BUILD Lürssen-Werft, Germany, 2003

EUR 29,950,000



LONDON +44 20 7766 4300

MONACO +377 97 97 81 21

NEW YORK +1 212 223 0410

MIAMI +1 305 672 0150

MOSCOW | PALMA | ATHENS | LOS ANGELES

SANTA MONICA | SEATTLE | MUMBAI

sales@burgessyachts.com

www.burgessyachts.com

NEW SALES

LISTING

Australis

LOA 48m (157.5ft)

BUILD Oceanfast, Australia, 2010 (refit 2013)

EUR 13,950,000



Copasetic

LOA 43m (141.1ft)

BUILD Hike Metal Products, Canada, 2006

USD 17,900,000


THE WORLD’S LEADING SUPERYACHT AUTHORITY

Faribana V

LOA 54.4m (178.5ft)

BUILD Amels, The Netherlands, 1998 (refit 2012)

EUR 19,950,000


Not for sale to US residents while in US waters

Sokar

LOA 63.8m (209.2ft)

BUILD Codecasa, Italy, 1990

USD 15,900,000


LONDON +44 20 7766 4300

MONACO +377 97 97 81 21

NEW YORK +1 212 223 0410

MIAMI +1 305 672 0150

MOSCOW | PALMA | ATHENS | LOS ANGELES

SANTA MONICA | SEATTLE | MUMBAI

sales@burgessyachts.com

www.burgessyachts.com

New Construction

WESTPORT 164 | 50M

AVAILABLE NOW

130’ Westport Tri-Deck MY 2010 “APHRODITE”

Mark Peck, C.A.

New Construction

WESTPORT 130 | 40M

AVAILABLE NOW

115’ Crescent 1996 “SANS SOUCI”

Andrew Miles, C.A.

New Construction

WESTPORT 112 | 34M

112’ Crescent RHPMY 2002 “ATTITUDE”

Andrew Miles, C.A.

New Construction

WESTPORT 98 | 30M

112’ Westport RPHMY 2004 “JESSICA”

Bryan Long, C.A.

New Construction

PACIFIC MARINER 85 | 26M

106’ Westport CPMY 2004 “DULCINEA”

John Varga, C.A.

SINCE 1964

103’ West Bay 2001

Mark Peck, C.A.

98’ West Bay 1998

Andrew Miles / Bryan Long, C.A.’s

85’ Azimut MY 2009

Camm Moore / Jose Rodriguez, C.A.’s

82’ Lyman-Morse 2003

Bryan Long / Mark Peck, C.A.’s

80’ Azimut 2001

Mark Peck, C.A.

80’ Lazzara 1998

Mark Peck, C.A.

80’ Novatech 1996

John Varga, C.A.

77’ Horizon MY 2008

John Varga, C.A.

75’ Hatteras 2001

Alex Rogers, C.A.

70’ Uniesse FBMY 2007

Claude Racine / John Varga, C.A.’s

68’ Queenship 2001

Bryan Long, C.A.

68’ Lowland 1985

Mark Peck, C.A.

67’ Holland 2010

John Varga / Claude Racine, C.A.’s

65’ Pacific Mariner 2005

John Varga / Alex Rogers, C.A.’s

58’ West Bay Sonship 1999

Claude Racine, C.A.

CHRISTINA O 325' 3" (99M) Canadian Vickers 1943. 18 Staterooms

C.A. Bill Sanderson 561.346.3159

MUSTIQUE 180' (55M) Trinity 2005. 6 Staterooms

C.A. Kevin Bonnie +33.616.39.1959

MATCH POINT 160’ 11" (49M) Christensen 2009. 6 Staterooms

C.A. Mark Elliott 305.794.1167

ONE MORE TOY 155’ (47M) Christensen 2001. 6 Staterooms


DEEP BLUE II 144' (44M) Oceanco 1996/2012. 5 Staterooms

C.A. Frank Grzeszczak 954.494.7096 or C.A. Frank Grzeszczak Jr. 954.830.4867

RANGER 136' 6" (42M) Danish Yachts 2003. 4 Staterooms


MINISKIRT 105' (32M) Windship Yachts 1991. 3 Staterooms


SHARON ANN 104' (31M) Destiny 2002. 4 Staterooms


KAKAWI 97' (30M) Marlow 2011. 4 Staterooms


PARTY'S OVER 80' (24M) Northstar Yachts 2006/2012. 4 Staterooms

C.A. Bob Anslow 561.248.5122

®

BLIND DATE 161’ (49M) Trinity 2009. 5 Staterooms


INTERNATIONAL

YACHT COLLECTION

YACHT

SALES

CONSTRUCTION

CHARTER

MANAGEMENT

CREW PLACEMENT

CARPE DIEM II 150’ (46M) Trinity 2002/2011. 5 Staterooms


NEW CENTRAL LISTING

PRICE REDUCTION

ALSO FOR CHARTER

NOT FOR SALE OR CHARTER TO

U.S.RESIDENTS WHILE IN U.S. WATERS

MIMU 113' (34M) Codecasa 2000/2012. 4 Staterooms


FT. LAUDERDALE 954.522.2323

PALM BEACH 561.844.2144

MONACO +377.97.98.24.24

NASSAU 242.363.4458

NEWPORT 401.849.0834

ST. MAARTEN +721.544.2515

DA BUBBA 99' (30M) Hargrave 2005. 4 Staterooms

C.A. Ron Morgenstein 954.309.9740

info@iyc.com | www.iyc.com

SEA LEAF 68' (21M) OCEAN ALEXANDER 2010. 3 Staterooms

C.A. Ron Morgenstein 954.309.9740

www.rjcyachts.com

(954) 525-7484 || sales@rjcyachts.com

Office: 954.525.7484 || Fax: (954) 525-9190

WE GET RESULTS!

During the past season we have

been fortunate to have sold the

following yachts, the majority of

which were our own central listings.

To replace our sold inventory, we

are currently seeking larger, late

model yachts to represent as

Central Agents. We cover all the

costs associated with the marketing

of your vessel to include advertising,

professional photography and

boat show participation. Contact

our office or visit our website at

rjcyachts.com

SOLD

SOLD

RELENTLESS, 145’ 2002 Trinity Tri-Deck MY - ABS class, 5 S/Rs,

Mahogany interior, 16V-2000’s, recent W6 service. Ft. Lauderdale. CA

PG’s JESTER, 118’ 1995 Broward MY - Custom interior new 2011, large aft

deck & walk-around decks, 4 S/Rs, DDEC 16V92’s. Palm Beach. CA

ATLANTICA 135’ 2000/12 Christensen TDMY – ABS Classed, 5

S/R, & new exterior paint. 16V2000’s w/recent W6 service. S. Fla CA

SALACIA, 115’ 1997/12 Broward CMY - Full walk-around decks, 24’ beam.

Refit in ‘12 w/new interior, Jacuzzi, teak decks. DDEC 16V92TA’s. Ft. Laud. CA

EXCELLENCE, 150’ Richmond TDMY

ATLANTICA, 135’ Christensen TDMY

SOLD

SOLD

MAGIC, 130’ Northern Marine TDMY

BELIEVE, 130’ Westport TDMY

SOLD

SOLD

GOOD TIMES, 114’ 1996/14 Hatteras MY – Complete refit, new interior,

elects & A/V, hardtop, FB bar, tender & toys! 16V2000’s, new gens. S.FL CA

TAHITI, 108’ 1998 Westport MY - 4 S/R layout, custom interior, aft

crew, MTU 8V396’s. Flybridge jacuzzi, wet bar & toys! Boca Raton. CA

SIGRUN, 120’ 2002 Broward MY

SOLD

FIRST DRAW, 120’ Christensen TDMY

SOLD

NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

CHERISH, 111’ Broward CMY

DREAM, 105’ Hargrave FDMY

SOLD

SOLD

WON BUY LAND, 100’ Broward MY

SOLD

WISHES GRANTED, 82’ Horizon MY

LUCY BELLE, 90’ Ocean Alexander MY

SOLD

EQUINOX, 80’ Cheoy Lee CMY

DOLCE VITA, 72’ 2008/09 Pershing Sport Cruiser -MTU 12V2000’s w/only

550 hours with extended warranties, fresh water located in Bay Harbor, MI. CA

PRICE JUST REDUCED

MARIANNE, 58’ 2009 Tiara Sovran. 2 S/R layout, kept in pristine

condition w/triple Volvo IPs 600s. Priced to Sell! Punta Gorda, FL. CA

SOLD

SOLD

NORTH STAR, 74’ Pershing

ISLAND COWBOY, 64’ Hatteras CMY

63’ Hatteras 1987 CMY - All new interior, electronics, AV Twin Gens,

Stabilizers, Watermaker, Detroit 12V-71’s with 2700 original hours. CA

MGM, 65’ 2006 Marquis MY- 3 S/R’s w/full beam master. Stabilizers, bow

& stern thruster, hardtop, HD TV Sat dome. Reliable 12V-2000 CR. FL. CA

www.rjcyachts.com

(954) 525-7484 || sales@rjcyachts.com

Office: 954.525.7484 || Fax: (954) 525-9190

LADY M, 147’ 2002/11 Intermarine Tri-Deck MY - Total refit 2011 w/

new Rybovich paint & new custom interior. Cat 3512’s. Palm Beach. CA

NINA LU, 112’ 2006/07 Westport MY - High style contemporary cherry

interior, offered for first time by original owner. MTU 16V-2000s. Miami, FL CA

$2.495M ASK

SEA BEAR - 126’ 1993/2011 Christensen TDMY - Complete new exterior

paint ‘12, 4 S/R’s w/on-deck master, many upgrades. Ft. Lauderdale. CA

NEW LISTING

LADY SILVIA, 105’ 2010 Azimut High Speed MY - Powered by twin MTU

16V2000’s with on-deck master. Located in Miami, CA

For information on our

charter fleet, please contact

Nicole Caulfield at 954-525-3886

or at charters@rjcyachts.com

150’ Excellence ...............$145k/wk

145’ Relentless ................$132k/wk

135’ Atlantica ..................$105k/wk

130’ Chasing Daylight ...$85k/wk

126’ Sea Bear...................$55k/wk

124’ Viva Mas ..................$95k/wk

124’ Murphy’s Law .........$58k/wk

120’ Cherish II .................$60k/wk

118’ True North...............$45k/wk

114’ Good Times .............$37.5k/wk

112’ Silver Moon ............$49.5k/wk

112’ Lady Sharon Gale ...$39.5k/wk

105’ Independence 2 .....$36k/wk

85’ Reflections ..............$27.5k/wk

CAPRICE, 123’ 1994/98 Oceanco MY - Custom Don Starkey design,

4 S/R layout, custom interior, flybridge jacuzzi. Ft. Laud. CA

LUCK-A-LEE IV, 85’ 2007 Pacific Marine FDMY – First time offered.

4 S/R custom Sapelle decor. MTU 12V2000’s w/1260 hrs. S. Fla CA

NEW LISTING

L’DOR V’DOR, 75’ 2001 Hatteras CMY – 4 S/R layout, new paint ‘12. Only

1760hrs on 3412 CATS,twin gens, WM, excellent condition. Ft. Laud. CA

FAIR SKIES, 90’ 1990 Burger RPH CMY - 3 S/Rs, large salon, country kitchen.

New bottom job & continuous maintenance. $200k price reduction. Ft. Laud. CA

DOMINION, 65’ 1996 Donzi SF – Enclosed bridge, low hrs, lightly used,

extremely well maintained. Motivated seller! Key Largo, FL CA

STREAM RUNNER, 65’ 2003 Hatteras CNV SF - Enc. bridge, internal

stairwell, 4 S/R layout, full tower, davit & tender, Cats w/low hrs. Miami, FL CA

‡ ARIANNA

164’ (50m) 2012 DELTA

REMEMBER WHEN

162’ (49m) 2011 CHRISTENSEN

SALES | NEW CONSTRUCTION | CHARTER

‡*MONTIGNE

187’ (57m) 2009 AEGEAN

‡*ANEDIGMI

163’ (50m) 1993/2013 OCEANCO

‡*ASTERIA

160’ (49m) 1970/2002 ANASTASIADIS

*SILVERWIND

140’ (42.9m) BRAND NEW 2014 ISA 130’ (40m) WESTPORT

*A&I

130’ (40m) 1991/2009 BROWARD

*RED SAPPHIRE

128’ (39m) 1999 HEESEN

‡ NAMOH

125’ (38m) 2003 CHEOY LEE

*BANYAN III

120’ (37m) 2008/2012 BENETTI

BY GRACE

110’ (34m) 1995/2012 BROWARD

CHILDS PLAY

103’ (31.4m) 1999 WEST BAY SONSHIP

PURA VIDA

93’ (28m) 1996/2012 BROWARD

PALM BEACH

TEL +1 (561) 833-4462

150 Worth Avenue, Suite 136 | Palm Beach, FL | 33480

‡ Also available for charter

* Not for sale or charter to US residents while in US waters.

‡ TOP FIVE

157’ (48m) 2005 CHRISTENSEN

‡ KATYA

151’ (46m) 2009 DELTA

SALES | NEW CONSTRUCTION | CHARTER

‡GOLDEN COMPASS

151’ (46m) 1982/2011 PICCHIOTTI

‡*MILO

150’ (46m) 1993/2012 ROBERTSON

LA SIRENA

141’ (43m) 2000/2013 CHRISTENSEN

CONSTELLATION

130’ (40m) 2007 WESTPORT

JW

130’ (40m) 2008 WESTPORT

‡ TRISARA

130’ (40m) 2005/2013 WESTPORT

SCOTT FREE

120’ (37m) 2000 NORTHCOAST

VALKRYIE

120’ (37m) 2001 CRESCENT

‡ DOMINO

112’ (34m) 2005/2006 WESTPORT

MIGRATION

86’ (26m) 2004 HATTERAS

*ESSENCE OF CAYMAN

85’ (26m) 2006 VICEM

ELIELLE

84’ (26m) 2005/2012 MCMULLEN & WING

MONACO

TEL +33 640 614 380

Team@WorthAvenueYachts.com | WorthAvenueYachts.com

‡ Also available for charter


NEW CONSTRUCTION

FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 954-779-1905 . FLORIDA@OCEANALEXANDER.COM .

NEW 2013 120’ OCEAN ALEXANDER TRI-DECK MY

155’ 135’ 120’ 112’ 90’ 85’ 78’ 72’

UNDER CONSTRUCTION

NEW 112’ OCEAN ALEXANDER MY

954-779-1905

TO DEBUT AT THE 2014 FORT LAUDERDALE BOAT SHOW!


954-779-1905

NEW 90 OCEAN ALEXANDER MY

954-779-1905

NEW 85E OCEAN ALEXANDER MY

954-779-1905


954-779-1905


954-779-1905

WHERE OBSESSION TAKES YOU

OCEANALEXANDER.COM

OCEAN ALEXANDER

BROKERAGE

FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 954-779-1905 . FLORIDA@OCEANALEXANDER.COM .

“MARGARITA” - 92’ 2007 RAYBURN RPMY

CUSTOM 92’ RAYBURN

EXTENDED CAT ENGINE WARRANTIES UNTIL 2016!

CHRIS JUNE 954-612-2711

“PIPE DREAM” - 88’ 2011 OCEAN ALEXANDER MY

2 - 1/2 YEARS LEFT ON EXTENDED ENGINE WARRANTIES

400 ENGINE HOURS, EXCELENT CONDITION!

KEVIN MCCARTHY 954-798-0969

“GEMINI” - 85’ 2012 OCEAN ALEXANDER MY

2 - 1/2 YEARS LEFT ON EXTENDED ENGINE WARRANTIES

EXCELLENT CONDITION!


“HOOK EM” - 70’ 2000 HATTERAS CONVERTIBLE

4 STATEROOMS, FULL BEAM MASTER

EXCELLENT CONDITION!

JEFF OLIVER 954-303-4525

“NO NAME - 70’ 1989 HATTERAS CPMY

LOUIS DVORAK 954-336-7345

“DREAM CATCHER” - 62’ 2006 OFFSHORE PHMY

NICEST & BEST EQUIPPED 62’ ON THE MARKET!


“RECOVERY - 54’ 2000 OCEAN ALEXANDER CPMY

ED MONK HULL DESIGN!


“IN LIMBO” - 56’ 2002 SEA RAY SEDAN BRIDGE

LOW HOURS, EXCELLENT CONDITION!


“KIWI II” - 48’ 2000 OCEAN SF

TURN-KEY READY!


“MARA” - 48’ 1995 OCEAN ALEXANDER SPORT SEDAN


WHERE OBSESSION TAKES YOU

OCEANALEXANDER.COM

price reduced for immediate sale

mystique | 49m (164’) | oceanfast | 1988/2013 | 9,900,000 usd

This Iconic Bannenberg/Oceanfast jet yacht is in immaculate condition and ready

to cruise! Immediate sale desired as new yacht has been purchased.

jody o’brien | ft. lauderdale +1 954 463 0600 | jody.obrien@fraseryachts.com

not for sale or charter to u.s. residents while in u.s. waters.

white cloud | 67m (220’) | feadship | 10,900,000 usd

Extensively rebuilt in 2005 to accommodate a large helicopter, swimming pool

and gym, she has seven staterooms plus additional staff cabins

stuart larsen | ft. lauderdale +1 954 463 0600 | stuart.larsen@fraseryachts.com

eurocraft explorer 44 | 44m (144’) | eurocraft | 2014 | 16,300,000 eur

New Owner can still choose his own interior decoration, 5 cabins, ideal for charter.

Sistership of BARON TRENCK, delivered in 2011 and has since crossed the Atlantic twice.

alain tanguy | monaco +377 93 100 450 | alain.tanguy@fraseryachts.com

rima ii | 49m (162’) | benetti | 1987/2013 | 13,000,000 eur

Recently relaunched after a total rebuild - new beautiful spacious interior, new exterior styling,

virtually new everything. Plus she offers 7 cabins with an Owner’s deck. TOTAL REBUILD.

ken burden | monaco +377 93 100 450 | ken.burden@fraseryachts.com

for sale & charter

endless summer | 39m (130’) | westport | 2001/2014 | 8,495,000 usd

Top condition, with regular updates. Fitted with zero speed stabilizers, cherry interior, four guest

cabins and main deck master. Top performing charter yacht. Excellent value.

josh gulbranson | ft. lauderdale +1 954 463 0600 | josh.gulbranson@fraseryachts.com

hp 4 | 30m (97’) | hargrave | 2006/2013 | 2,850,000 usd

HP 4 features a 5 stateroom layout accommodating 12 owner/guests. HP 4 defines comfortable

luxury. Great layout with a lot of volume. Engine warranties included. PRICE REDUCTION!

scott french | ft. lauderdale +1 954 463 0600 | scott.french@fraseryachts.com

ozark lady | 36m (120’) | feadship | 1989 | 4,495,000 usd

Opportunity to purchase a modern, completely updated Feadship at half the cost

of replacement. Without a doubt the finest yacht in her class on the water today.

eric pearson | san diego +1 619 225 0588 | eric.pearson@fraseryachts.com

impossible dream | 26m (85’) | jongert | 1986/2007 | 2,690,000 usd

A unique offering in an economical, long range & high quality Dutch yacht that has had

a recent & significant refit. Steel hull, 5 staterooms. She is in top condition in all areas.

neal esterly | san diego +1 619 225 0588 | neal.esterly@fraseryachts.com

Sales | Charter | Management | Construction | Crew

monaco

london

palma

malta

turkey

mumbai

fraseryachts.com

fort lauderdale

san diego

seattle

mexico city

casa de campo

singapore

sydney

The Superyacht Experts

for sale & charter

Marie

World-renowned

Hoek Design.

marie | 55m (180’) | vitters | 2010 | poa

Rarely does an opportunity arise to acquire a spectacular sailing vessel such as Marie!

She was built to the highest standards and boasts traditional craftsmanship married with

modern technology. Marie is a powerful, fast, luxuriously comfortable sailing yacht.

not for sale or charter to us residents while in us waters.

Nautical paintings and antiques, a baby grand piano and working cannons, highlight

her light Anigre interior and sophisticated, timeless style! Vitters Shipyard,

Hoek Design and David Easton were chosen by the owner to create this sensational

masterpiece. She just won first place in the St. Barth’s Bucket Regatta!

pieter van der weide

p.vanderweide@hoekbrokerage.com t: +31 (0)299 315 506 m: +31 653 612 691

www.hoekbrokerage.com

jody o’brien

jody.obrien@fraseryachts.com t: +1 954 463 0600 m: +1 954 646 4970

www.fraseryachts.com

Yacht Owners Choose Bradford

Marine to Sell Their Yacht

®

The trusted leader in yachting since 1966

Selling your yacht can be a complicated undertaking,

but it doesn’t have to be. The right broker can handle

the process successfully and seamlessly for you. Many

choices are available in the brokerage marketplace.

Yacht owners in-the-know choose Bradford Marine

Yacht Sales, here’s why:

The Bradford Advantage

The Power of History

Reputation for quality

for over 4 decades

Undercover Showroom

Increased buyer traffic

& protection from weather

Free Dockage & Rewards Programs

Save thousands of dollars,

find out if you qualify

Strength in the Team

Experience and know-how

to assist throughout

pre/post sales process

Marketing Matters

Sales Success

Record of success

that speaks for itself

Less Days on the Market

Sell your vessel quicker with us

International Exposure

Comprehensive marketing

to optimize your listing

Contact us to see if you qualify for our Free Dockage and Rewards Programs

(877) 568-8312 | Info@BradfordMarineYachtSales.com | listwithbradford.com

® The trusted leader in yachting since 1966

REDUCED

1998 120’ Sovereign | Asking $2,750,000

Whit Kirtland (877) 568-8312

1994 105’ Crescent


2001 87’ Queenship - $3,190,000


NEW LISTING

2005 87’ Johnson

Tucker Fallon (877) 568-8312

REDUCED

2002 80’ Northern Marine

Chris Surprenant (877) 568-8312

NEW LISTING

2002 74’ Cape Horn Trawler


2007 65’ Marquis

Carlos Navarro (877) 568-8312

REDUCED

2006 64’ Aicon - Asking $895,000


2006 62’ Pershing


NEW LISTING

2005 57’ Jefferson


NEW LISTING

Extended Warranty

2010 55’ Azimut Evolution - Call for Pricing

Chris Saumsiegle (877) 568-8312

2010 50’ Marquis - Asking $749,000


IN STOCK

2008 44’ Sea Ray Sundancer


2013 42’ & 50’ Camper & Nicholsons


2014 23’ - 39’ Various Venture Models

Dean Stuhlmann (877) 568-8312

Contact us to see if you qualify

for our Free Dockage Program

(877) 568-8312

BradfordYachts.com

Worldwide Yacht Sales | Yacht Charters | New Yacht Construction

97' Santa Margherita Motor Yacht

Very well-maintained with numerous updates.

Asking only $2,150,000!

Call Curtis Stokes 954-684-0218

To see more details about these and all other yachts around the globe, please visit our website below.

1.855.266.5676 | 954.684.0218 | info@curtisstokes.net

www.curtisstokes.net

Worldwide Yacht Sales | Yacht Charters | New Yacht Construction

2002 84’ Northcoast – $1,350,000

Call Tom Sheehy 727-742-2772

2000 78' Buddy Davis – $1,975,000

Call Randy Walterhoefer 917-478-4944

1989 70’ Hatteras – $480,000

Call Curtis Stokes 954-684-0218

2008 67' Lyman Morse – $2,895,000

Call Rob Dorfmeyer 216-533-9187

To see more details about these and all other yachts around the globe, please visit our website below.

1.855.266.5676 | 954.684.0218 | info@curtisstokes.net

www.curtisstokes.net

It Just Makes

Perfect Sense

Yes, you deserve to be the proud owner of this brand new luxurious yacht. Monocle Fractional Yachts has made it

affordable, uncomplicated, exciting and hassle free. If you had any doubts about becoming a yacht owner, rest assure

NOW there are none. Monocle is introducing the M80 series being built especially for the Monocle Fractional Program,

but really for the practical man. It is the quintessential vacation home because you get to explore new surroundings while

enjoying all the comforts of home and still bask in the prestigious lifestyle. A 10% purchase in the M/Y Perfect Sense

is only $300,000. Financing available.

80’ • 3 Stateroom • 3 Crew

Total Purchase Price $300,000 • Annual Expenses $30,000

Proof of the Monocle

Advantage

Individual

Ownership

Monocle

Ownership

Specification Brand new 80’ 3SR Brand new 80’ 3SR

Total Purchase Price $3,000,000 $300,000

Annual Operating Expenses $300,000 $30,000

Crew 3 3

Destinations Florida/Bahamas/Caribbean Florida/Bahamas/Caribbean

Actual Annual Use 4 Weeks 4 Weeks

Pride of Ownership All All

Aggravation All NONE

MONOCLE FRACTIONAL YACHTS introduces its "FRACTIONAL FLEX" program beginning with the M/Y FREE TIME

designed for the busy executive and the families with hectic schedules. It's your yacht and your schedule!

Tel: 954.563.5808 www.monocleyachts.com

email: info@monocleyachts.com

NEW

SELENE OCEAN EXPLORER

NEW

OUT ISLANDER YACHTS

NEW

SELENE OCEAN TRAWLER

92' IN BUILD

64' IN STOCK

42' ARRIVING SOON

Contact Steve Deane

Contact Greg Sturgis

Contact Kiki Bosch

NEW

NORDIC TUGS

JUST LISTED

TRADE IN

NORDIC TUG

39' IN STOCK

Contact Jim Wilkey

62' NORDHAVN

Contact Jason Dunbar

32' NORDIC TUG 2004

Contact Jim Wilkey

92’ EXPEDITION YACHT 2010

Contact Andrew Cilla

95’ ASTONDOA 2001

Contact Dana Cambon

#1 Source for New and

Pre-Owned Offshore

Motoryachts and Trawlers

since 1969

PHONE: 954-525-6617

SALES@LUKEBROWN.COM

WWW.LUKEBROWN.COM

78' MARLOW EXPLORER 2005


70' MARLOW 2005


59’ SELENE 2008

Contact Kiki Bosch

50' CUSTOM – 50 KNOTS


73’ OUTER REEF 2008

Contact Pam Barlow

58' TIARA 2009

Contact Ron McTighe

50’ DEFEVER 2010

Contact Marc Thomas

82’ BURGER 1966

Contact Pam Barlow

FT. LAUDERDALEOUTHAMPTONEWPORTRADENTON, MD

Horizon Yacht USA 1212 US Highway One, Suite A, North Palm Beach, FL 33408

Main: (561) 721 4850 Service: (561) 721 6068 info@horizonyachtusa.com www.horizonyacht.com

NEW BUILD SUMMER 2014 — SOLD! AVAILABLE FOR DELIVERY

Horizon

RP110

• Twin CAT C32A engines

• 25’ beam

• On-deck Master or Country Kitchen

• Tender Garage or Crew Aft

Horizon

E88

• Twin CAT C32 1700HP engines

• Enclosed Skylounge

• Four stateroom layout + crew

• Zero speed stabilizers

• Beach club + Hi/Lo swim platform

Horizon

E56

• Twin Volvo IPS 900 700HP engines

• Three stateroom layout

• Custom hard top

• Hydraulic swim platform

• 32 knot top speed

NEW DESIGN

NEW BUILD

NEW DESIGN

Horizon

V82

• 20’6” beam

• 5’ shallow draft

• 4 or 5 stateroom layout available

• Open Bridge or Skylounge version

• Cockpit extension

Horizon

EP77

• 3 or 4 stateroom layout available

• 21'8" beam

• Tender garage + crew

• Main deck PH + flybridge helm

Horizon

RP102

• Four stateroom layout, 24’ beam

• Aft beach club

• Patented Sky Terrace on flybridge

• Dual performance hull, efficient

at 12-16 knots

U.S. West Coast, Seattle

Emerald Pacific Yachts

(206) 587 0660

Florida East Coast

Arthur Grin, HMY Yacht Sales

(855) 303-6444

Great Lakes

M. Felhoffer, Bay Marine

(920) 743-6526

Pacific Southwest

Jim McLaren, Orange Coast Yachts

(949) 675 3844

T Series PC Series V Series EP Series E Series RP Series P Series

FEATURED LISTINGS

for Sale & Charter

for Sale & Charter

CAKEWALK 281’/86m Derecktor 2010

for Sale

SYCARA V * 223’/68m Nobiskrug 2010

for Sale & Charter

LADY LAU * 213’/65m Codecasa 2010

IDOL * 193’/59m Austal 2007

CUSTOM DIVISION

SUPERYACHT DIVISION MERLE A. WOOD | CHRISTIAN BAKEWELL

JOHN COHEN | CROMWELL LITTLEJOHN | KURT BOSSHARDT | PILA PEXTON | JEFF POOL | TIM LAUGHRIDGE | JOHN JACOBI

for Sale & Charter

for Sale

KATYA 151’/46m Delta 2009

for Sale & Charter

D’NATALIN * 151’/46m Delta 1996/03

for Sale

TOLD U SO * 148’/45m Benetti 2011

OUR TOY 120’/36m Feadship 1991/09


WWW.MERLEWOOD.COM

www.gilmanyachts.com

NEW LISTING

107' FERRETTI CUSTOM LINE NAVETTA 2013

78' HARGRAVE 2007

NEW LISTING

63' BERTRAM SPORTFISH 2005

91' TARRAB SKYLOUNGE 2012

77' HATTERAS CPMY

REDUCED

66' GRAND ALASKAN FLUSH DECK 2005

Sistership

63' SUNSEEKER MANHATTAN 2011

62' IPS NEPTUNUS 2012

57' CARVER 2003

56' NEPTUNUS 2006

REDUCED

NEW LISTING

54' SEA RAY SUNDANCER 2011

43' CAPE FEAR SPORT FISH 2000

41' HYDRA SPORT 2010

954.525.8112WWW.GILMANYACHTS.COM

Peter Kehoe & Associates

Charter

Anna Cardona, Agent

NEW BUILD 164’

Available in 2015

Call Peter Kehoe for details

PRESIDENT YACHTS/ NEW CUSTOM BUILD

130’ TRI-DECK MY / 2013 / C-32 Caterpillars

115’ TRI-DECK MY /2013 / C-32 Caterpillars

Call Peter Kehoe for details

TOP FIVE – 157’ CHRISTENSEN

12 guests in 6 cabins

Summer: Florida/Bahamas / New England

For Sale & Charter

2008 107’ PRESIDENT TRI-DECK MY

Caterpillar Diesels / 4 Staterooms

Fully equipped & ready to cruise

Call Peter Kehoe

98’ WESTSHIP M/Y 1992

1080 HP Detroits/3 Staterooms

Many upgrades in ’14

For Sale & Charter / Call Peter Kehoe

2009 82’ CUSTOM POWER CAT

Cummins Diesels / Sleeps 16

Call Peter Kehoe

80’ FAIRLINE M/Y 2008

YOLY – 92’ CHEOY LEE

8 guests in 4 cabins

Summer: Florida /Bahamas

For Sale & Charter

72’ VIKING SPORT CRUISER 2000

Beautiful Interior cabinetry & décor

Perfect Island cruiser

1985 52’ HATTERAS SPORTFISH

Rebuilt Detroit 8V92’s, TT/ Triple O/R’s

Call Glenn Musselwhite

SPECULATOR - 80’ MERRITT SF

Summer: New England

Available for Tournaments

50’ NORDHAVN RAISED PILOTHOUSE 1998

48’ OCEAN SUPERSPORT 1997

625hp Detroits / 3 staterooms

SALESMANSHIP – 76’ LAZZARA

6 guests in 3 Cabins

Summer: Florida/ Bahamas

Main Office: Sands Harbor Marina: 101 North Riverside Drive, Suite 123, Pompano Beach Florida, 33062

Buy. Sell. A simple solution to everything marine.

ZENITH 40.6M SABRE POWERCAT ASKING $24,995,000

STEVE DOYLE STEVE@CAMBRIDGEYG.COM +1 508 982 0094

BRAVO 100’ STEPHENS ASKING $2,395,000


DIAMOND AB 116 2013 ASKING $14,000,000

STEVE CASSIDY STEVEC@CAMBRIDGEYG.COM +1 617 835 7785

KAORI 125’ PALMER JOHNSON ASKING $5,850,000


SOVEREIGN 120’ BROWARD ASKING $1,799,000


MAKIN WAY 75’ FLEMING ASKING $2,250,000


cambridgeYACHTGROUP

WORLD CLASS SERVICE

BOUTIQUE BROKERAGE

66 LONG WHARF, BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS 02110

BOSTON +1 978.921.6600 FLORIDA +1 561.320.1650

Fort Lauderdale

int’l Boat show

SPECIAL OFFER

www.cheoylee.com

2955 West State Road 84, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

(954) 527-0999 • inquiry@cheoylee.com

DESTINATION FOX

HARB’R TOO

161’ (49m) - Trinity - 2008

Fort Lauderdale -

Not for sale or charter to U.S. residents while in U.S. waters

NEW

MARLENA

144’ (43m) - Trinity - 1998 / 2012

Fort Lauderdale -

TUSCAN SUN

107’ (32.50m) - Maiora - 2008

South of France -

ISLAND TIME

105’ (32m) - Broward - 1990 / 2007

Fort Lauderdale -

NATALITA III

100’ (30.50m) - Azimut Jumbo - 1996

West Palm Beach -

MONACO

9 avenue d’Ostende - MC 98000

Tel (+377) 97 705 200

info@yacht-zoo.com

USA

1535 SE 17th St, Suite 103 - Ft Lauderdale, FL 33316

Tel (+1) 954 767 1035

info@yacht-zoo.com

2nd Annual

AIM Marine Group

Editors’ Choice Awards

Friday, october 31 st , 2014

Nomination applications now being accepted, Please send to:

jjones@aimmedia.com

AVAILABLE NOW

50 METER MOTORYACHT

SINCE 1964

PM85 | 26M

W98 | 30M W112 | 34M W130 | 40M W164 | 50M

FORT LAUDERDALE (954) 316-6364 • SEATTLE (206) 298-3360 • WWW.WESTPORTYACHTS.COM

Yachts International July-August 2014

You also want an ePaper? Increase the reach of your titles

Delete template?

Save as template?