The Emax E-Volution 217 ft. Schooner built by Ned Ship

Sauter Carbon Offset Design presents the Emax E-Volution Solar Hybrid Schooner with the goal to produce the fastest and greenest superyacht build to date.

The Emax E-Volution is equipped ZF 4000 Pods, retractable foil and electric bow thruster, aimed to provide unmatched maneuverability and an environmentally friendly alternative to anchoring. The superyacht has a photovoltaic exoskeleton to harness sufficient solar energy to operate off the grid.The Emax E-Volution’s high aspect ratio DynaWing sails are 20% shorter than a conventional rig, yet are designed to produce twice as much power. When moored or under severe weather conditions the mainsails are reefed and the stay-less rotating Wingmasts are feathered into the wind.

The greening of the Emax E-Volution comes without sacrifice to luxury onboard. The full beam master compartment is positioned on the upper deck and offers superb panoramic views through large picture windows. It features a king bed, spacious seating area, bathroom with Jacuzzi and power shower, state of the art entertainment center, walk-in dressing room and private adjoining office. Six spacious luxury guest suites are located amidships on the main deck. The suites have similar amenities with queen beds, walk-in closets, entertainment systems, Jacuzzi bathrooms and spectacular picture windows.

Technical Specifications:
Ned Ship – Bio Epoxy Carbon Kevlar Composite Structure
Ned Ship – Advanced Aerodynamic Radome and PV Wing Spoilers
High Modulus – DynaWing Stay-less Schooner Rig; Sail Area 1,600sqm
SunPower – Solbian Marine Solar Panels; up to 100KW (Over 300MWh per year)
MTU – Series 2000 Tier 4i 858KW engines
Tesla – 200KW Electric Motors
Tesla – Electronic Controller with (KER) Power Sailing Regeneration
ZF – 4000 Azimuth Pods
ZF – Hybrid Propulsion System
Ocean Yacht Systems – Rim Drive Bow Thruster
MDI – Retractable Anhedral -Foil
Corvus – lithium ion Storage UPS < 3MWh
Ocean LED – lighting
Certified Energy Star Equipment, AC & Refrigeration with Waste Heat Recovery to Produce Hot Water

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Posted on October 3, 2011 by admin — No Comments ↓

Sexy SESSA FLY 45: Chic, Sporty and Agile

The new SESSA FLY 45 is a luxury motoryacht with a versatile design that works for owners and guests who wish to live comfortably, play hard and party aboard. The yacht falls elegantly in line with the trend towards increasingly hybrid products, offering a superb combination of design and comfort, sportiness and practicality.

SESSA has fine-tuned the art of optimization of all available space with years of experience building compact yachts. For the presentation of its most important new yacht in 2012, the shipyard worked with ARMANI/CASA on furnishings to add style and grace to the vessel’s interior.

The SESSA FLY 45 is notable for an innovative floor plan. The decision to bring the galley onto the upper deck serves to visually integrate the space and allows a layout with three spacious and well-appointed cabins. The cabins are complete with double beds and two bathrooms with separate showers below deck.

The SESSA FLY 45 has a spacious, ergonomic galley, a brightly lit salon and a flybridge that can comfortably host 8-10 people. The flybridge is equipped with a large table and corner sofa, a kitchen cabinet and a chair to the left of the pilot’s seat, which, when the backrest is moved, can also be used to extend the big sundeck in the bow of the fly.

Additional thoughtful features on the SESSA FLY 45 include an openwork shade on the aft deck to provide privacy and shelter for al fresco dining in complete comfort. A hydraulic platform makes getting into the water, snorkeling and launching sea toys nearly effortless.

Length overall – 14.27 m

Beam – 4,38 m

Engine max -870 hp / 640 kw

People on board – 12

Water tank – 560 l

Fuel tank – 2 x 636 l

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Posted on September 29, 2011 by admin — No Comments ↓

Kingship’s 140-ft. ESSENCE: More Details Revealed at Monaco Show

ESSENCE`s impressive and innovative features were finally revealed in detail at the Monaco Yacht Show last week. Most notable is the full-beam Master Deck with large wrapping windows, sliding roof and forward-facing balcony. There is also an aft sundeck that converts from a private to a shared space.

Another architectural surprise is the location of the bridge on the main deck rather than the upper deck. The bridge connects directly to the galley and crew mess to allow for discreet circulation. Tender and launching systems are located beneath the huge forward sunpads. Convenient exterior passageways encircle the superstructure and allow guests and crew to get around the yacht with ease.

ESSENCE has a full displacement hull powered by twin Caterpillar C32 engines with a cruising speed of 13.5 knots and trans-pacific range. She accommodates two owners and eight guests in five cabins with a crew of eight.

Length overall 42.50m /139’05”

Beam 9.35m / 30’08″

Draught 2.35m / 7’08’’

Naval architect/exterior styling: Axis Group Yacht Design

Designer interior Kingship Design

Speed (Max/Cruise) 15/13.5 knots

Range at 13.5 knots 4000nm

Fresh water maker 2 x 10,000L/day

Hull Steel

Fuel Capacity 60,000L

Superstructure Aluminium

Main engines 2 x CAT C32, each 1081kW

Generator sets 2 x 86kW

Classification: RINA CX Hull, MACH Ych, Unrestricted Navigation RINA Green Plus / MCA

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Posted on September 28, 2011 by admin — No Comments ↓

The New Catana 59: Racing Technology Applied to Recreational Catamaran Concept

Catana shipyard announced their newest concept in recreational catamarans that features state-of-the-art innovations from the world of racing. These applications include curved daggerboards for a hydrofoil effect, a sail plan with a short mainsail that is easy to handle, larger headsails, reverse bows and straight hulls, all of which are design elements that will allow the catamaran to achieve thrilling speeds over 20 knots.

Catana shipyard uses carbon fiber construction to make the boat more resistant to damage and considerably lighter for greater speed and agility. Notable features of the new design include 360° visibility from anywhere on the boat, excellent height under the nacelle for sailing on heavy seas, daggerboards for close-hauled sailing without the `trip` risk and a carefully calculated beam/length ratio for better stability.

In addition to high performance features, the Catana 59 offers plenty of interior space and amenities to make the yacht a comfortable live-aboard. A retractable bay window brings the outdoors in for an open feel. Salon furniture is convertible to accommodate dining and relaxation. A center island galley provides ample workspace. Cabins are roomy and include plenty of storage. Equipment includes a refrigerator, freezer, desalination equipment, generator, oven, washing machine, dishwasher, wine cellar, television, air-conditioning, heating and diving compressor.

LOA: 58.73ft.

Beam: 31.14ft.

Draft boards up: 1,56 m

Engines: 2 x 110 cv

Fuel: 800 lt.

Water: 800 lt.

Catana is one of the popular charter yacht brands. Please follow this link to view a selection of Catana Catamarans for Charter available world wide. For expert information visit the Luxury Crewed Catamaran Charter Guide.

Posted on September 18, 2011 by admin — No Comments ↓

Magellano 50 by Azimut Awarded Best Innovative Design at 2011 World Yacht Trophies in Cannes

The Magellano 50 was awarded the Best Innovative Design at a gala ceremony that brought the world’s leading builders, designers and yacht owners together for the prestigious event. At the 2011 World Yacht Trophies, held in Cannes September 10, an esteemed panel of experts, which over the summer examined the major new builds for the season, determined the Magellano 50 exceeded competitors in significant areas.

The specialist jury acknowledged the innovative capacity of Magellano 50, as well as impressive technology that combines impressive efficiency with safeguards to the environment.

The yacht is equipped with the new Easy Hybrid system, created by the Azimut-Benetti R&D department, which propels the yacht at speeds of up to 8 knots in complete silence using electric engines, switching to traditional propulsion methods with the greatest of ease. The exclusive “Dual Mode” hull, a new semi displacement design, makes switching from displacement systems to planing systems extremely easy, thus guaranteeing excellent stability and navigational comfort in addition to high hull reactivity and efficiency under all operating conditions.

Chic interiors evoke the elegance synonymous with contemporary Italian design. Despite the spacious surroundings the yacht has plenty of storage capacity and clever design features that allow for reconfigurations depending on the requirements of the moment.

With Magellano 50, Azimut Yachts demonstrates a noteworthy capacity for innovation and design expertise that will no doubt set a precedent for other brands in its class. This design promises to be very popular on the charter circuit for superbly stylish interiors, spacious outdoor options and impressive fuel economy.

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Posted on September 17, 2011 by admin — No Comments ↓