New Model: Apreamare Gozzo 38 Cabin

Apreamare is pleased to announce the launch of the first unit of the new Gozzo 38 Cabin. This event not only celebrates the launch of the long-awaited traditional inspired looking cruiser, but also confirms Apreamare role as an innovator, without losing touch with tradition as the historic Neapolitan shipyard has been known throughout the world for designing and building boats since 1849. Conceived by Cataldo Aprea and designed by designer Marco Casali and engineer Umberto Tagliavini, the Gozzo 38 Cabin evolves from the famous Gozzo 35, introducing new elements in the design for an extremely comfortable on-board experience. The 38 Cabin was designed to expand the internal spaces and guarantee greater protection and accommodation on deck, making it ideal for multi-day cruising in every season and sea condition, although Apreamare has offered similar solutions in the past on its thirteen meters plus and larger cruisers and yachts, it is the first time it is offering a fully enclosed cruiser at eleven meters in size.  The new Apreamare Gozzo 38 Cabin will be officially presented at the upcoming Cannes boat show followed with an Italian premier and the Genoa Boat Show the following week, where enthusiasts will have the opportunity to admire this latest example of Italian nautical craftsmanship firsthand. The first Gozzo 38 Cabin will cruise the seas of Northern Europe, confirming the marine aptitude of this model designed for the owner who wishes to navigate comfortably all year round and in all weather conditions, even enjoying a multi-day cruise. This is possible without betraying the winning spirit that animates Apreamare’s projects: great seakeeping, hull stability, comfort, and beautiful shapes and lines that recall the centenary tradition of Sorrento gozzi.

Technical Data:

LOA - 11.45 m (37.7ft)

Hull Length - 9.95 m

Waterline Length - 9.64 m

Beam - 3.70 m

Draft - 0.94 m

Displacement - 8 t unloaded, 10 t loaded

Fuel Capacity - 700 l

Water Capacity - 200 l

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins

Max Persons - fourteen

Engines - 2 x Volvo D4 270hp, D4 320hp

Propulsion - Volvo DPI duoprop stern drive, or shaft drive

Speed - 30 knots max 25 cruise 270hp and stern drives, 28 max 23 cruise with 320hp shafts

Range - 202 nm at cruise

Project - Marco Casali exterior, Umberto Tagliavini naval architecture

Certification - CE B, module A1, ISO 8666 for dimensions

www.apreamare.it

Super Yacht Ends Beached in Spetses

A 29 meter Posillipo super yacht titled Why with Greek flag ended aground in the Dapias area of the island of Spetses, in the Greek Aegean islands on the late morning of Friday third May.  Local news reported that the super yacht was trying to remove itself from the exposed North East looking pier which moors the yachts astern looking to the North West, after strong winds made it uncomfortable for the yacht in the last hours, only for it to end beached.  With assistance coming from the Greek Coast Guard and Spetses mayor an operation was started on the same afternoon to remove Why from the beaching, although this was more complicated then anticipated because of the strong winds, and the yacht taking on water.  

Why is a 2005 Posillipo Technema 95 as designed by Carlo Galeazzi.  Debuting in 2004 to high acclaim, Posillipo will deliver sixteen Technema 95 with the last unit produced in 2008.

Weaver Boat Works New Web Site

Weaver Boat Works presents its new web site.  Located in Maryland overlooking the Chesapeake Bay, Weaver Boat Works started out in 1998, when Jim started to make a life long dream of building his own custom sportfish which launched in 1999 and was sold a few months later.  Jim Weaver came from a construction company background, and owned various production sportfish yachts, falling in love with sportfishing after participating at the White Marline Open in the eighties.  A dream always existed to build his own boat and followed the footsteps of his father-in-law Bill Payne, who build wooden bay boats from 1956 to 1968.  At eighteen years old Jim actually helped Bill build a commissioned thirty foot bay boat.  In 1998 in collaboration with his captain Pat Rohrbach, Jim Weaver started to build his first boat, which was for the most part an own design, inspired from an Island Boat Works he saw hauled up and from which he took some measurements. The first Weaver, a 58 sportfish yacht which was titled Dream Weaver will make an important test to Mexico, and on its way back in Palm Beach ends up sold, which will make Jim build his second hull and sell it again, only from there on to become a full time custom builder.  Since hull two Weaver boat works are designed by Donald Blunt.  Weaver has since 1999 build 39 custom builds from 23 to 97 feet, and its currently building three other hulls.  Weaver new web site take you around with the following buttons; Home, Current Builds, Current Inventory/Specs, Weaver Past Builds, Merchandise, Fishing Tournaments, Videos, Galley, and Contact Us.  Weaver is also on social media with right top link taking you to its Facebook and Instagram pages.

www.weaverboatworks.com 

Weaver 58 hull#1 from 1999

VisionF Power Catamaran Burns Down in Miami River

A 2023 build VisionF power catamaran titled Flagship went ablaze and ultimately was destroyed by a fire which started in a covered water shed at the Merrill-Stevens Yachts repair yard, on the Miami river, North-West to Downtown Miami, at 11:15 on the morning of Sunday 28 April.  Miami Fire Rescue responded to the fire, with 32 rescue units and 100 fire fighters, including the Hazmat Team and a Fireboat.  This was a delicate fire fighting operation, also because the yacht was located in a close shed with nearby yachts, and other burning materials, with the first course off action being that to tow the yacht outside.  The fire took about one hour to control, with the yacht ultimately partly sinking in the Miami River.  No one was injured in the fire, with Merill-Stevens yard manager saying it was lucky that the accident happened on a Sunday.  The causes of the fire are under investigation, and are also being followed by VisionF, due to the relatively young age of less to a year of the yacht.   

Flagship is a 2023 VisionF 82 Alu, alumimium build in Turkey.  The VisionF 82 was first announced a project under the Silent Yachts brand in 2022, ultimately the brands separated in around 2023, and VisionF decided to launch the project under its own brand.  Three Vision F82 Alu have so far been delivered, with the yard having further projects for a smaller 80 and bigger 100 model.

Project: ISA Yachts Unica 40M

ISA Yachts announces the sale and the start of costruction for the new 40-metre project Unica, a semi-displacement and full-aluminum superyacht with a draft of just over two meters. This super yacht fruit of the collaboration between the talented designer Enrico Gobbi of Team for Design and the famed technical department of Palumbo Superyachts, redefines the standards of excellence. ISA Unica 40M stands out right from its name that means unique specimen, without any equal in the international yachting industry. Based on the analysis of what the current market has to offer in terms of innovation, design, functional solutions and volume optimization, the project was developed creating its own unique trends. Among its main competitive advantages this super yacht can boast highly functional spaces or more generous volumes compared to other similar sized yachts. The length of the exterior decks and the large windows are just an example. The exterior design is fluid, with empty and full spaces chasing each other, creating a bonding and harmonious balance with the water. The lines flow towards both the bow and the stern, giving the profile a natural dynamism even in the presence of expansive superstructures. One of the objectives was to provide guests on board with a clear view of the surroundings, making the whole project look just as visually connected. The design is emphasized by a careful study of the lighting, which highlights the profiles and generates a glossy and welcoming atmosphere. The stern is a true haven of pleasure, it is distributed over three levels sloping towards the sea and has an attractive sunbathing area, a swimming pool and an infinity cockpit where the glass balustrade allows for an uninterrupted view. The interiors have been designed to guarantee maximum on-board comfort but above all to optimize every need. The owner’s area, located forward of the main deck, includes an office and a lounge with vanity, a double walk-in wardrobe and a bathroom with two sinks. In addition, there is a sliding door to separate the bed from the rest of the area so as to ensure maximum privacy. The large side windows are impressive and allow natural light to flood the cabin. Two are the lunch and dinner zones, a more formal one on the main deck and a second one with a round table on the upper deck cockpit. Both decks are also equipped with living and relaxation spaces. Another distinctive feature of the project is certainly the large bow surface on the upper deck which boasts a sunbathing area and a space for entertainment. The fly deck is incredibly spacious thanks to its almost sixteen meters length and it includes two sunbathing areas, one at stern and the other one at bow, a lounge with sofa and armchairs, a dining table, a bar with stools and a round Jacuzzi. Below deck there are four double guest suites, three of which are VIP with double beds and one guest with twin beds, all with private bathroom. Crew accommodation caters for seven members and the captain’s cabin located next to the pilot house. The propulsion system includes 2 MTU engines with 1920hp each, capable of propelling the vessel up to a maximum speed of twenty knots and enabling a cruising speed of fifteen, with a possible range over 4,000 nautical miles at a speed of twelve knots.

www.isayachts.com

Viking Sportfish Yacht on Fire in Miami River

An unattended sixteen meter Viking sportfish yacht titled Lola, went ablaze while slipped moored in a covered shed in Northwest 24th Avenue and Fifteen Street, Miami River on the late morning of Sunday February 2021.  YouTube channel Boatsnaps filmed as US Coast Guard, City of Miami Police, City of Miami Fire Rescue, Miami-Dade Rescue, and Miami-Dade Police Department responded to this fire with a total of seventeen units, which included a Fireboat and Foam Truck, with the quick response avoiding the fire to jump to other nearby yachts, although the Viking sportfish yacht was eventually lost to fire, and a wreck.   No one was injured in the fire, with the causes of the blaze currently under investigation.

Lola is a year 2000 Viking 55 Convertible, a three stateroom sportfish yacht produced from 1997 to 2003 in 115 units.  The 55 Convertible is regarded as the model which made Viking as the top production sportfish yacht maker.  The 55 Convertible came out as a replacement to the 53 Convertible and was replaced by the equally successful 56 Convertible in 2003.

New Model: Pershing GTX80

The first Pershing GTX80, was launched on April three in the port of Fano. The yacht has the sporty spirit and generous living spaces typical of the Pershing GTX range. The new Pershing GTX80, about 24 meters long, is the phenomenal result of collaboration between the Ferretti Group Product Strategy Committee led by Piero Ferrari, design studio Vallicelli Design and the Group’s Engineering Department. The GTX80 is the first in 39 years of Pershing to feature a different design to that of Fulvio de Simoni, it will be interesting if with this new model Vallicelli will take design charge for the World famous and iconic Italian brand or if he will be responsible for the GTX series.  The interiors and exteriors on board the GTX80 communicate seamlessly with each other, creating a unique space and a new dimension of comfort. The yacht has two decks, plus a sport-bridge, and can comfortably accommodate up to eight guests thanks to the new four-cabin layout. There is also a cabin with two beds for the crew. The exterior styling, in classic Pershing grey, features a number of innovative choices: designed without stanchions, it points up the near vertical bow and the continuous, slightly convex sheer-line. In the bow section, the bulwarks have been lightened by a longitudinal slot, while those in the stern have a dual function, both incorporating the winches and converting into lateral terraces that swing down. This is the first time a solution like this has been adopted on a Pershing model and the aim is to establish even closer contact with the water. One of the outdoor spaces that stands out most is the stern platform, which has three different positions, making it a versatile and extremely important feature of the boat. It can be left in the default position, raised using the dual linear lift so that it’s flush with the beach area, extending and integrating the aft living space in conjunction with the lateral terraces when open, and also used for launching tenders. The bright, airy spaces and extensive glazing on the main deck are a signature feature of this model. Immediately aft of the helm station, which is fitted with three 24-inch screens is a living area containing a generous corner sofa, a dining area.  On this first hull this was made in a formal version with free standing furniture, and a fully integrated galley/bar in spaces directly overlooking the cockpit. This innovative design solution again underscores the focus on creating fluid, intercommunicating spaces. The black elements in the kitchen area create a slight contrast with the pale parquet and are color-coordinated with the metallic silver lacquered ceiling, which features multiple intersecting diagonal LED lights that diffuse light across the entire deck, from exterior to interior in a pared-down design that focuses on multiple angles. The sundeck is very spacious at 23 square meters, it’s 60% larger than the category average, while at the same time guaranteeing internal space of gran Turismo proportions. This effect is partly due to the sleekly dynamic arch-shaped deckhouse. The hard-top available for the sundeck, this first unit has one is made of carbon fiber to deliver the utmost in performance and aesthetic appearance. Equipped with three 1,000hp Volvo engines with IPS pod propulsion the Pershing GTX80 reaches a top speed of 34 knots and a cruise of 28.

Technical Data:

LOA - 23.98 m (78.9ft)

Hull Length - 23.2 m

Beam - 5.80 m

Draft - 1.90 m

Displacement - 50,000 kg unloaded, 59,200kg unloaded

Fuel Capacity - 5100 l

Water Capacity - 1300 l

Accommodation - six guests in three cabins, or eight guests in four cabins, 2 crew in 1 cabin 

Engines - 3 x Volvo D13 1000hp

Propulsion - Volvo IPS1350 forward looking dual propeller pod drives

Speed - 34 knots, 28 cruise

Range -300 nautical miles at cruise

Project - Vallicelli, Ferretti Group Engineering naval architecture

Certification - CE A

www.pershing-yacht.com

Project: Aicon 68 Vivere

Aicon presents the project for a new 68 Vivere model, a twenty meter motor yacht as designed by Sergio Cutolo and his team at Hydro Tec.  The Aicon 68 Vivere although not advised as such looks to be a replacement and possible evolution of the 66 Vivere, which launched in 2022 after being announced in the fall of 2019, the first and so far only model to arrive from the US American ownership of Marc-Udo Broich. The Aicon 68 Vivere offers an evolution in its looks with a forward looking radar arch on top of the flybridge, and more clean glazing serving the main super structure.  Down below the Aicon 68 Vivere offers a four or three double cabins layout, with one or two crew cabins.  Option also exist for the main deck, for a more convivial astern or cozy forward galley layout.  The 68 Vivere is to be build with resin infusion with top sides made of carbon fiber for more strength and less weight and a lower center of gravity.   Aicon has not announced power choices for the 68 Vivere but expect power options similar to the 66, which is powered by twin Man 1200 and or optional 1300hp engines.  The Aicon 68 Vivere first hull is set to launch in the about a years time, arriving in about the first half of 2025.

www.aiconyachts.com

Two People Saved from Baja Powerboat Fire in Traverse Bay

Two people where saved when a Baja six meter powerboat went on fire and then sank in West Grand Traverse Bay, Michigan on Friday 21 July.  Nathan Greenwood the good Samaritan which saved the two boaters also filmed the event, and the moment the two crew finally decide to jump into the water.  It was an intense moment with the two boaters looking to be out of senses walking around the Baja powerboat while it is burning more each second, and finally after some shouts of encouragement by the Greenwoods decide to let it go and jump into the water.  The Baja powerboat sank in over twenty meters of water and was recovered the following Sunday by Lake Marine Services.

The Baja in this fire is a 21 Hammer model as produced from 1997 to 2000.  The Baja Hammer is powered by a single 310hp gas engine with stern drive propulsion and a cuddy cabin accommodation for two.  The 21 Hammer was the performance looking powerboat of five models sharing the same hull, including the more powerful and three foot longer H2X model.

Palm Beach Boat Show Challenge

In the last years the Palm Beach boat show has become the third boating exhibition not only of the Florida state but of all the USA, growing in size and offering an interesting offer of debuting new models.  Can the Palm Beach boat show challenge the Fort Lauderdale or Miami boat show in the near future?  Founded in 1985, and distancing fifty miles North to the Fort Lauderdale show and seventy to the Miami exhibition, the Palm Beach boat show has been on a growing spiral in the last decade.  

Palm Beach growing success is helped by the novelties coming from the boat builders.  The 2024 Palm Beach boat show for example was used to debut the new Ocean Alexander 35 Puro and the new Uniesse HTC5P outboard version.  While Aicon, Azimut, Grand Banks, Palm Beach Yachts, and Princess also used the show to present new upcoming projects set to arrive in the coming months and years.  The Palm Beach boat show looks to be mostly getting the attention of the imported yachts, rather then the USA makers, but with the importers becoming more important to the USA market in recent years especially in that fifteen to thirty meter size, it is a good spot light to have.

So let's return to the question, can the Palm Beach boat show challenge the Fort Lauderdale and or Miami boat show in the future?  Currently the Palm Beach show with over fifty thousand of attendees in four days does about half the numbers of the two other shows, so in the near future definitely not.  But due to the important dynamics and market size of the Florida State and USA for the boating and yachting market, the Palm Beach boat show will keep on growing in both its niche of medium to large sized yachts on show, as in visiting numbers, hopefully continuing to offer this in its successful personalized cozy boat show platform.