50-metre Project Nova was unveiled at the Monaco Yacht Show as the latest Fast Displacement Hull project from Heesen, but with a twist. The yacht will see a combination of all of the yard's space, fuel and environment-saving features in a sleek and powerful package. She will be constructed entirely out of aluminum, and is set to deliver unmatched living spaces for a yacht in the sub 500 gross tonnage class.
"Project Nova will be the world's first FDHF motor yacht equipped with hybrid propulsion, and a perfect statement to our investments," says the Dutch shipyard in a statement. Set to be launched in 2017, Nova was developed in partnership with the masterminds at Van Oossanen Naval Architects and exterior styled by Omega Architects.
Mark Cavendish, sales and marketing director at Heesen, says: "Project Nova, unlike Galactica Star, is not designed for exceptional high, speeds but instead uses the ultra efficient and easily driven hull form at the lower speeds typically associated with traditional displacement hulls but with vastly lower fuel consumption."
Excluding generators, cruising at 12 knots Project Nova has a fuel consumption of only 98 litres per hour, and at 10 knots an amazing 57.5 litres per hour. "She also has a maximum speed of 16.3 knots, which is no slouch for a displacement yacht and demonstrates that we haven't achieved this performance by installing a pair of outrageously small engines!" says Cavendish.
The hybrid propulsion system allows for very little disturbance from the noise of the engines underway. In hybrid mode at 9 knots, the decibel levels in all the guest cabins will drop to just 46 decibels, and 48 in the dining area.
Project Nova has a noticeable plumb bow and spray rails, drawn by Frank Laupman at Omega Architects. She has a fixed swimming platform aft and an array of glass to make her design closer to that of a beach villa for "a more intimate connection with the sea and nature around you."
The superyacht includes a gym with separate hammam that can be accessed both from the guest corridor and the main deck. Guests are accommodated across six staterooms, including a full beam VIP stateroom on the lower deck, as well as the owner's stateroom alongside the main saloon on the main deck, with the upper saloon above.
Designed by Sinot, the interior design also echoes the beach-style theme of the exterior with clean, modern lines. Natural fabrics and materials are used in order to emphasize the vast amount of natural light flooding in through her panoramic windows.
"Project Nova will be the world's first FDHF motor yacht equipped with hybrid propulsion, and a perfect statement to our investments," says the Dutch shipyard in a statement. Set to be launched in 2017, Nova was developed in partnership with the masterminds at Van Oossanen Naval Architects and exterior styled by Omega Architects.
Mark Cavendish, sales and marketing director at Heesen, says: "Project Nova, unlike Galactica Star, is not designed for exceptional high, speeds but instead uses the ultra efficient and easily driven hull form at the lower speeds typically associated with traditional displacement hulls but with vastly lower fuel consumption."
Excluding generators, cruising at 12 knots Project Nova has a fuel consumption of only 98 litres per hour, and at 10 knots an amazing 57.5 litres per hour. "She also has a maximum speed of 16.3 knots, which is no slouch for a displacement yacht and demonstrates that we haven't achieved this performance by installing a pair of outrageously small engines!" says Cavendish.
The hybrid propulsion system allows for very little disturbance from the noise of the engines underway. In hybrid mode at 9 knots, the decibel levels in all the guest cabins will drop to just 46 decibels, and 48 in the dining area.
Project Nova has a noticeable plumb bow and spray rails, drawn by Frank Laupman at Omega Architects. She has a fixed swimming platform aft and an array of glass to make her design closer to that of a beach villa for "a more intimate connection with the sea and nature around you."
The superyacht includes a gym with separate hammam that can be accessed both from the guest corridor and the main deck. Guests are accommodated across six staterooms, including a full beam VIP stateroom on the lower deck, as well as the owner's stateroom alongside the main saloon on the main deck, with the upper saloon above.
Designed by Sinot, the interior design also echoes the beach-style theme of the exterior with clean, modern lines. Natural fabrics and materials are used in order to emphasize the vast amount of natural light flooding in through her panoramic windows.
The CL Yachts’ first CLX96 Sea Activity Vessel (SAV) will be launched in the coming weeks. With painting on the pilothouse and flybridge now complete, the team is moving its attention to the main deck and hull paintwork before the yacht is launched and undergoes sea trials.Inside, CLX96 is nearing completion on several key areas. The master, VIP and two guest staterooms have been fitted out with a stylish yet discreet combination of fabrics, natural wood tones and Corian, while the main salon’s unique “bleached-teak deck” flooring is now installed, allowing the galley cabinetry to be put in situ. “It’s all coming together on CLX96 and it will be beautiful when the yacht is completed,” commented Martin Lo, CL Yachts Director. “The realization of the designer’s vision is on track, and we are extremely proud of what is being achieved with our very first SAV.”CLX96 was penned by Milan-based Jozeph Forakis with exacting attention to detail and smart, sophisticated design is central to the SAV’s DNA. Curved windows are pleasing to the eye yet challenging to manufacture and install. An innovative yet intuitive spatial arrangement effortlessly gives the home feeling, both inside and out. New technologies to enhance everyday life, such as the VIP suite’s virtual skylight, are found at every turn. And RINA’s certification adds to the complexity of the construction process but provides added reassurance to those onboard. Having already received recognition with a Good Design Award and a Bronze A’ Design Award, CLX96 recently added to its industry accolades by winning the prestigious prize for Concept Under 40 Meters at the International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2021.With the pandemic impacting global supply chains, CL Yachts has been subject to the same logistical pressures as manufacturing companies the world over. “Throughout the significant challenges of the last 18 months, the team has rallied together and found a pathway to building our most complex and exciting yacht to date. We are reaching the final hurdles before CLX96 launches for the first time, and I am looking forward to showing the world the first of our remarkable crossover yachts from this design in the coming months,” added Lo.CL Yachts’ goal is to offer unparalleled experiences to the modern explorer. The luxury performance brand stands apart from its competitors thanks to its unique approach to design – driven by CL Yacht’s core value of innovation. Fusing progressive design with engineering prowess and state-of-the-art technology, every element of CL Yachts’ vessels are meticulously geared to steer luxury into uncharted territories.Credits: CL Yachts
October 25, 2021
This weekend the Sailing Yacht A owned by Russian billionaire Andrey Melnichenko was captured off the Ayia Napa coast. Still number 10 in the Top 100 yacht rating, the 142.8m was launched in 2917 by Nobiskrug. Sailing Yacht A is a natural head turner. With three masts all taller than the Statue of Liberty and as long as one-and-a-half American football fields, the Russian billionaire Andrey Melnichenko’s boat looks set to make waves. Back in 2015 it was reported that 43-year-old Melnichenko funded $450 million in the building of Sailing Yacht A. The yacht features exterior and interior design by Philippe Starck, while her naval architecture was made by Nobiskrug and Dykstra Naval Architects. She can accommodate up to 51 crew members including the captain. She is powered by MTU engines of 4827 hp each giving her a maximum speed of 21 knots and a cruising speed of 16 knots. German shipyard Nobiskrug was founded in 1905. Recognised today as one of the world’s foremost builders of spectacular fully custom superyachts, the shipyard is famous for the 92m Tatoosh, the award-winning 68m Sycara V, the 74m Mogambo, the 143m industry-changing Sailing Yacht A, and the environmentally innovative 80m Artefact. Credits: Yacht Harbour
October 25, 2021
At the upcoming Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show Ocean Alexander will present three brand new models, ranging from 30-37 meters. The 30R and 35R are models in the popular Revolution series and the 37L is the new flagship of the Legend series. All three yachts were designed in collaboration with Evan K. Marshall has once again commanded the attention of the yachting world with their innovative design, compelling amenities, and luxurious finishes.30RThe 30m 30R has a vertical bow, a signature to the Revolution series. The main salon with the open concept layout features the floor to ceiling windows with near 360° views. Coupled with a stunning on-deck master stateroom and four more spacious staterooms on the lower deck, this yacht rivals a peer group that measures well over this size category. The upper bridge deck is an owner favorite place and can opt for the opulent enclosed skylounge or the openness of the New Generation Pilothouse. Both configurations provide a bar, TV, grill, comfortable sun beds, and an optional hot tub. The helm station fits with large touchscreen Garmin navigation and other top of the line equipment.35R The 35R represents the pinnacle of the Revolution series. The volume of the 35R interior is unrivalled and features a layout that can only be compared to much larger yachts. It also has expansive outdoor spaces for clients to enjoy. The beach club has beyond the sea level entertaining space complete with television and wet bar, it is fit with a sauna and gym that is accessed either directly from the beach club with its fold down swim platform or from the interior via side deck stairs on the port side. Further, the space is also equipped with a day head and stall shower which connects directly to this highly active area.37L The 37L is the largest yacht in the Legend series. The main salon seamlessly flows into the dining area with enough seating for ten guests. The dining table is flanked on both sides by two massive sliding glass doors that open to the wrap around deck that leads to the bow and aft deck. The 37L is also fit with a beach club that is the ideal place to relax, soak up the sun, and enjoy the water.Ocean Alexander is a family business. Two generations of one family have guided the shipyard for almost four decades. With manufacturing in Taiwan, Ocean Alexander is consistently one of the top selling brands for large yachts in the U.S. and currently produces models ranging from 26 to 36 meters in length. Credits: Ocean Alexander
October 22, 2021
The Berlin-based design studio 3deluxe unveiled a new superyacht concept VY.01 at the Monaco Yacht Show 2021. The zero-carbon yacht is available for purchase as an NFT on the auction platform SuperWorld. The aim behind the concept was to develop the zero-carbon superyacht. The concept features a seawater desalination system, powered by solar panels, for the watering of the greenhouse. Healthy food can be cultivated on board – the yacht has its own green and vegetable gardens. The interior of the 110m yacht also sets new standards and corresponds to the visionary, nature-oriented philosophy of the project: a light-suffused, loft-Iike space forms a spacious room continuum made up of a greenhouse. Lounge living space, kitchen, bar and vegetable garden. Luxury is rewritten entirely, with natural surroundings replacing acrylic glass and brass. The master cabin is an open-topped space within a greenhouse with a sky view. The spacious open and close interior also corresponds to the modern design concepts. The most attractive and progressive key technology for zero-carbon propulsion of cruise ships and yachts is currently considered to be fuel cells driven by hydrogen. The silent electric engines also avoid any noise pollution. The construction of a yacht is planned to be emission-free and sparing in its use of resources as possible. Credits: 3deluxe
October 22, 2021
The 62nd annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show will be held from October 27th – October 31st. The event will take place at the Bahia Mar Yachting Center, FLIBS showcases more world and U.S. debuts than any other boat show in the country. The five day event showcases over 1,500 yachts and boats across seven locations. The boat show is an excellent opportunity to participate in the best of Fort Lauderdale’s luxury lifestyle, which includes waterfront dining, seven miles of white sand beach, luxury resorts, and high-end shopping.Each year, the show brings together boat enthusiasts from across the globe to the “Yachting Capital of the World.” Attendees get access to the industry’s latest boats and yachts of all sizes.“We are excited to welcome back the global community of visitors and exhibitors to the 2021 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show,” said Andrew Doole, President of U.S. Boat Shows with Informa Markets, who produces the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. “In 2020, Informa was able to host an incredibly successful event that exceeded industry expectations despite the pandemic, and we anticipate that the 2021 boat show will raise the bar even higher for boating exhibitions.” FLIBS is a major economic driver benefitting the marine industry, the city of Fort Lauderdale, and the state of Florida with a total statewide economic impact of $1.3 billion as a result of the 2019 show and over $714 million in products sold over the exhibition. With over 80 percent of the show taking place in open-air outdoor spaces, FLIBS will continue to offer a safe, open-air experience for exhibitors, visitors, and the local community to enjoy the greatest boat show on the seven seas. FLIBS 2021 spans more than three million square-feet of exhibit space:Superyacht Village brings to South Florida the world’s most spectacular superyachts and exhibits including renowned shipyards, personal submarines, and exotic collectible automotive items. The Superyacht Village and marina feature vessels nearly 300 feet. The Superyacht Village will be open to all general admission ticket holders and features direct access by water tenders and shuttle bus routes to and from the show’s other locations, as well as on-site valet and self-parking. Windward VIP Club is an exclusive indoor and outdoor destination to enjoy the excitement of the boat show featuring shore and water views with a premium open bar, gourmet food offerings, and the perfect setting to enjoy this international boating event. AquaZone is designed to give boat show-goers an upfront and personal experience with a variety of water sports and innovative marine products.629 boats will be attending the Show, including Feadship 77m Boardwalk, Benetti 40M Oasis, 45.6m Damen Yachting Pink Shadow, 29.1m Sanlorenzo NiniPop XL.Tickets are priced from USD 30 till USD 300 for a VIP and experience. Credits: FLIBS
October 22, 2021