After Emocean's successful debut at the 2021 Cannes Yachting Festival, Rosetti Superyachts revealed further insights into the design and performance of their first superyacht project to hit the water.
The exterior
Built for an experienced couple who were closely involved in all aspects of the design and construction of the yacht, she is designed to spend long periods on board in complete comfort and safety in all sea conditions.
Main deck lounge
“The owners of Emocean came to us because of our background in building thoroughly reliable commercial vessels – this was the first thing that they put on their brief,” says Andrea Giora, RSY Sales & Marketing Director. “On the other hand, they wanted to be able to interact with the builder, to know the suppliers, to speak with them and select the best contractor for each element that was to be installed on board.”
The exterior
Her exterior design and naval architecture was made by Hydro Tec. with a beam of 8.85m and a gross tonnage of 432 GT, the RSY 38m EXP has volumes that are typical of larger yachts and her 700 sq. m of space is divided almost equally between the interior and exterior. The exterior profile is classic in proportion but contemporary in style with tense, angular lines. At the request of owners, the windows and openings are as large as possible.
Owner cabin
The main salon has large windows and sliding doors that offer wide sea views, thanks also to the fact that the engine room ventilation shafts have been moved further forward. In addition, two large side sliding doors provide access to the cutaway bulwarks and the side decks. The space is divided into two main areas: a veranda-style seating area towards the stern and the dining area.
Lounge area
“The exterior design is a reflection of the yacht’s functionality and reliability, which were the key priorities for the owners. Special attention has also been dedicated to the crew areas and to the hold volumes, both essential requirements for long voyages far from ports or marinas,” says Sergio Cutolo, founder of Hydro Tec.
VIP cabin
The fresh contemporary interior styling was done by BurdissoCapponi Yachts & Design, a local design firm based in Ravenna, and is based on joinery of light Creta oak and dark smoked oak. A key feature is the main lobby where a bespoke sculpture by Giacinto Bosco occupies pride of place in the stairwell. “The project was born from the close collaboration and synergy with the owners who expressed their tastes and desires, functional and layout needs. Following various meetings it emerged that the staircase would become the fulcrum of the project, reflecting character and style that runs throughout the yacht,” says Francesca Burdisso.
Sundeck
The owner’s suite is located on the main deck. It has a private office, large his & hers bathrooms and a walk-in wardrobe. On the lower deck is a beach club and four comfortable guest cabins (two twins and two doubles), as well as the crew accommodation (three cabins), a crew mess, pantry and pro-spec galley. Between the upper and main deck there is also a dedicated laundry and storage room.
Main deck saloon
For complete independence at sea, the yacht has almost 3,000 litres of fridge-freezer space in the galley and the crew pantry and a technical room on the lower deck which hosts fuel and water tanks sufficient to guarantee long cruises. Emocean also has a custom-designed wine cellar with a 150 bottle capacity.
Galley
The main lounge is located on the upper deck. The tender is stowed on the open aft deck, spacious and partially shaded; it is dedicated to an al fresco lounge. The captain's cabin is located adjacent to the wheelhouse with an integrated bridge overlooking a huge sundbedcon the open foredeck.
Beach platform
The 150 sq. m sundeck features a hot tub with cascade, a large bar unit, dining facilities including a large table for 12 people with chairs and side seats and a gym area.
RSY 38m EXP night view
The RSY 38m EXP is powered by twin MAN D2868 LE 425 engines (588kW) with a round-bilge displacement hull, bulbous bulb, electric CMC stabilisers and extended skeg optimised for cruising at between 10 and 11 knots. Emocean has a long range of 5,000 nautical miles.
Rosetti, evolution of Rosetti Menotti, was established in 1925, and they're a global leader in both the engineering and construction of on-shore and off-shore plants, as well as a wide range of commercial ships ranging from ocean-going tugs and platform supply vessels to passenger ferries equipped with state-of-the-art equipment for propulsion, automation, navigational aids and control systems.
Credits: Rosetti Superyachts
In a splendid ceremony on a sunny and breezy day in Cape Town, SW108#02 Kiboko 4 was unveiled to the delight of her proud owners, the Southern Wind team, and a host of distinguished guests. This remarkable vessel marks the fourth yacht built for the owner by Southern Wind, reflecting his rich sailing history with its three predecessors.The owner shared his excitement, stating, “This yacht signifies an evolution for me – drawing inspiration from my previous boats while showcasing Southern Wind’s innovation in crafting reliable yachts with elegant and bold designs. Kiboko 4 features a lifting keel, an improved sail plan, and a performance mast, all aimed at boosting her competitiveness in regattas. I opted for a striking dark hull and mast that enhance her dynamic aesthetics.”Crafted in the legacy of her successful sistership, Gelliceaux, Kiboko 4 possesses a unique character that sets her apart. Marco Alberti, CEO of Southern Wind, emphasized the individuality of this yacht, stating, “Kiboko 4 embodies our Smart Custom philosophy, focusing on weight optimization, performance, and aesthetics while maintaining a light Mediterranean atmosphere in her interiors.”Integral to Kiboko 4's construction was her captain, whose collaboration with the shipyard ensured that the yacht met the owner's high expectations, particularly regarding systems and mechanical details.Looking to the future, the owner envisions Kiboko 4 as a family yacht for Mediterranean summers and his first transatlantic journey to the Caribbean, with dreams of exploration in Maine as well. As Marco Alberti reflected, “It is a privilege to create another yacht for this owner, strengthening our friendship while showcasing Southern Wind’s dedication to excellence in yacht craftsmanship.” Southern Wind is a boutique bluewater sailing yacht shipyard founded in Cape Town in 1991. Since its foundation, SWS has specialized in the production of semi-custom high-performance superyachts. Credits: Southern Wind
November 27, 2024
The Otam 90 GTS, known as Sexy Me has taken the spotlight at autumn boat shows thanks to its exhilarating top speed of over 45 knots and its strikingly clean profile, offering a perfect blend of elegance and balance. This acclaimed 28-metre yacht sets the standard for the series, complemented by the newly launched Hard-Top and T-Top models that share its timeless design.Otam 90 T-Top model“Our goal with the Otam 90 series is to cater to a diverse clientele,” explains Matteo Belardinelli, Otam’s Sales and Communication Manager. “Each model is tailored for specific experiences: the dynamic Sexy Me GTS serves as an ideal Day Boat or Party Boat, while the Hard-Top is perfect for traditional family trips or charters, featuring a closed lounge and robust main deck. The innovative T-Top, designed for mega yacht chase purposes, offers extensive customisation options to redefine this market segment.”A hallmark of the Otam brand is extreme customisation and exclusivity, showcasing the Italian shipyard’s expertise in bespoke yacht construction that meets the unique demands of discerning owners. The Otam 90 series exemplifies Italian craftsmanship, delivering unparalleled design and engineering under the ethos of “Made in Italy.”Otam 90 T-Top modelDesigned in collaboration with the esteemed Giuseppe Bagnardi and Marine Design & Services, the Otam 90 series maintains the shipyard's tradition of versatile hulls and decks engineered for maximum performance in various sea conditions. Each model in the series upholds this commitment while allowing limitless options for bespoke internal and external layouts, enabling customers to express their individuality.Otam 90 Hard-Top modelDespite its chic exterior, the Otam 90 series maximizes interior space without sacrificing quality or comfort, offering layouts with 2, 3, or 4 VIP cabins, a separate galley, and crew accommodations with private access. “We’ve achieved an impressive 2.10-meter indoor height throughout the lower deck, ensuring an exceptional quality of life,” Belardinelli asserts, emphasizing the design’s focus on unobstructed views and ample daylight.The meticulous weight distribution allows for expansive structural glass used in large, single pieces, enhancing the visual experience in both the GTS and Hard-Top models, which include a spacious sliding roof. The innovative cockpit features folding side panels, expanding the space by nearly 3 meters on each side, creating an open, airy environment.Otam 90 T-Top modelIdeal not just as a chase boat for mega yachts, the T-Top version is designed for day trips as well, offering a perfect open-boat experience while also providing options for extended journeys. Its integrated design flows seamlessly from the windshield to provide complete protection for the helm.Conversely, the Hard-Top model offers a substantial enclosed space on the main deck with an advanced sliding door that fully opens the cockpit, perfectly merging the indoor and outdoor experience. The HT version allows for a formal dining room and offers privacy while enabling immediate transformation into an open space with just the press of a button.Otam 90 Hard-Top modelBelardinelli notes, “The HT model's flexibility is remarkable, allowing for an optimal quality of life and adaptability that suits the number of guests and weather conditions. It can easily convert to a spacious open yacht and back, demonstrating extraordinary versatility for families and charters.”Among the standout features of the Otam 90 series are the rotating gangway for side mooring, generous 50 cm walkways for easy bow access, and a spacious 4.35 m tender garage. The shipyard is committed to fulfilling unique client requests, allowing for bespoke layouts that reflect the owner’s style.Otam 90 Hard-Top modelThe shipyard’s history started in 1954 in Liguria. Its professionalism is what made it stand out, very quickly becoming the first authorized Riva yacht Service Center for the Med Sea. In the 80’s Otam fit around 25 yachts for an American builder before starting his own production of Otam 45’ and 55’, earning significant attention. Today Otam has produced around 90 yachts, becoming an Italian specialist, and, together with its custom range, offers a limitless choice between 45’ and 130’.Credits: Otam
November 27, 2024
The Wider shipyard is once again setting new standards in yacht design with the development of the all-new WiderCat 76, currently being constructed at the cutting-edge Wider Vision Hub in Fano, Italy.Similar to her larger counterpart, the WiderCat 92, the WiderCat 76 redefines luxury living at sea, emphasizing versatility, functionality, and cruising comfort. Designed by Luca Dini Design & Architecture in collaboration with Wider’s Centro Stile, this latest catamaran boasts striking exterior and interior aesthetics.“The WiderCat 76 combines the grandeur of a superyacht with the nimbleness of a smaller vessel—a perfect blend of innovative design, advanced technology, and exceptional craftsmanship,” states Marcello Maggi, President of W-Fin Sarl. “We believe so strongly in its appeal that we are building the first unit on speculation, anticipating that she will launch next year.”To this point, the assembly of the substantial GRP structures has been completed successfully, including the installation of the deck and superstructure, which features an impressive hardtop. The hull and deck have been painted and finished, while the superstructure and hardtop are currently in the preparatory phase ahead of painting. Key plumbing systems, including main hydraulic piping, fresh water, grey water, black water, fuel, and HVAC, have been installed, and work continues on the main machinery within the engine room. Progress is also being made on the lower deck accommodations, with outfitting advancing significantly.The WiderCat 76 is powered by two FPT motors, each delivering 456 kW, paired with a cutting-edge battery pack managed by a sophisticated Power Management System that closely monitors operating parameters. This innovative propulsion system enables the yacht to achieve a maximum speed of 13 knots and stay at anchor for up to nine hours without the need to run the engines.Emphasizing the shipyard's commitment to stylistic innovation, the yacht's interior features a reinterpreted "Hampton" style enriched with a unique nautical twist. The four-cabin layout provides spacious and functional living areas that capture the family-friendly essence of the larger WiderCat 92 while offering luxurious amenities for a comfortable retreat at sea.The main deck boasts a roomy living area complete with an L-shaped sofa and dining space, both offering breathtaking sea views through expansive windows. Elegant materials, such as ivory-lacquered panels, dark oak ceilings, and herringbone parquet flooring, contribute to a sophisticated yet inviting atmosphere.The master stateroom, positioned on the main deck, provides stunning panoramic views, private access to a forward terrace, and a lavish ensuite featuring a marble-topped vanity and panoramic shower. Below deck, the VIP and guest cabins deliver privacy and comfort, while the spacious galley and dinette are designed for both efficient meal preparation and delightful gatherings.Outdoor spaces are equally captivating. The upper deck includes a sheltered dining area, helm station, and lounging spaces, while the main deck features a deployable swim platform, a dining cockpit, and a bow relaxation zone adorned with C-shaped sofas.Founded in 2010 and based in Ancona (Le Marche), Wider Yachts is an innovative Italian yacht builder shipbuilder specialized in electric and renewable energy-powered superyachts. Credit: Wider
November 27, 2024
On November 22, Gruppo Antonini celebrated the launch of the Maboqueiro Off-Shore platform during a ceremony at its production facility in La Spezia. The event was graced by notable figures, including Patrizia Saccone, La Spezia’s Councillor for Employment and Economic Development, and Lerici’s Deputy Mayor Marco Russo, along with members of the academic community from the Università di Genova.This impressive platform, marking over 80 years of Gruppo Antonini's expertise in the oil and gas industry, has been designed for gas extraction in the Maboqueiro field, located off the coast of Angola. It stands as the largest and heaviest structure ever constructed by the Group and is a significant achievement in their first EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) project undertaken for Azule Energy, a key player in Angola’s oil and gas sector, co-owned by ENI. The project’s complexity necessitated an extensive 24-month tender process due to the vastness of the construction and its numerous interfaces.The Maboqueiro EPC project is integral to the Angola NGC (New Gas Consortium) Project, which aims to extract gas condensate from the Quiluma and Maboqueiro fields. This venture includes plans for two platforms, a new onshore gas reception and treatment facility, as well as pipelines for product transportation, with production set to begin in 2026, targeting an output of 330 million cubic feet of gas daily, equating to approximately 4 billion cubic metres per year.The newly launched Maboqueiro platform features a jacket comprising steel tubular components anchored to the seabed with four impressive 88-metre-long piles. The structure also boasts a three-story deck measuring 25 by 30 metres and weighing a remarkable 2,600 tonnes, making it the heaviest platform ever produced by the Group. Equipped with six well slots (four operational and two backup), the platform is designed to operate at a gas pressure of 60 bars.A standout feature of this project is the innovative jacket lifting method, a first for Gruppo Antonini, utilizing a specially designed system to erect jacket components in a confined space, successfully addressing significant logistical hurdles.Additionally, the project has embraced digital innovation, with all quality reports fully digitalized and managed through a specialized software package known as CCMS, which oversees various operations, including maintenance.Simone Antonini, Group CEO, remarked, "The Maboqueiro project signifies a monumental achievement that showcases our capacity to tackle complex global challenges. This platform not only sets a record in size and technological advancement but also exemplifies our commitment to integrating engineering expertise with sustainability and efficiency."In 2019, the Antonini Group established Antonini Navi (La Spezia) in partnership with Aldo Manna, leveraging the Group's extensive experience and technological prowess to venture into the yachting industry. The yard focuses on crafting bespoke yachts and military naval units, currently working on three steel yachts over 30 meters in length, with two custom projects expected to be delivered in the latter half of 2025 and a third, the SUY 135, slated for 2026.The Pertusola shipyard in the Gulf of La Spezia was bought by Walter Antonini in 1977. Since then, Antonini Navi has been a family-held leader in superyacht custom build and refitting.Credits: Antonini Navi
November 26, 2024
Evo Yachts once again makes waves in the industry by taking on the world’s elite superyacht manufacturers with its latest creation, the Evo R9. This groundbreaking 30-metre aluminium superyacht places the owner at the heart of the design process and boasts a range of impressive features, all while building on the brand's established reputation for innovation.Designed to be highly customizable, the Evo R9 aims to redefine standards within the superyacht sector and represents a significant milestone in the evolution of the Evo Yachts brand. With enhanced customisation options and exhilarating performance, this exceptional vessel promises more surprises beyond its key highlights.This new addition to Evo Yachts' lineup showcases the shipyard's commitment to progress through innovation, venturing into competition with Italy and Northern Europe's leading figures in the global superyacht arena. The choice of an aluminium hull, coupled with a carbon fibre superstructure, aligns with the brand’s design philosophy, which emphasizes experimentation with materials and a focus on environmental sustainability.The yacht’s design, crafted by Valerio Rivellini in collaboration with Evo's technical team, features a striking superstructure enveloped in expansive glass surfaces, offering various layout options to cater to the diverse needs of potential owners. Clients will be able to engage in the design journey, witnessing their dream yacht materialize.The Evo R9 can comfortably host six to eight guests, alongside four crew members, ensuring privacy and versatility with multiple possible configurations.A standout aspect of the Evo R9 is its advanced propulsion system, boasting the option of two or three 2,200 HP engines, enabling the superyacht to reach top speeds between 50 and 58 knots and cruising at 40 to 44 knots.Designed for discerning owners who seek a bespoke experience coupled with high performance, the Evo R9 maintains the brand’s hallmark of transformability. Notably, it features sophisticated hull sides that open up, and a versatile stern transformer, resulting in a superyacht that is both innovative and distinctly aligned with Evo Yachts’ identity.The Evo Yachts shipyard is based near Naples. She was born in 2014 from a fortunate encounter between Blu Emme Yachts and the Neapolitan yacht designer Valerio Rivellini. The heart and entrepreneurship that kick-started EVO originated from Blu Emme Yachts, a luxury yachts refitting company. Blu Emme was created in 2013 by the Mercuri brothers, a family whose entrepreneurial experience spans different industries.Credits: Evo Yachts
November 26, 2024