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Camper & Nicholsons offers to explore the wonders of the world’s southernmost continent on board of Tranquility. The 91.5 meter yacht will be available for charter from December 2023 until February 2024. Tranquility joins a growing number of superyachts journeying to the far reaches of the planet to satisfy an increasing appetite for adventurous cruising. “We are all seeing a desire from clients to venture to these distant “untouched” parts of the world. Charter has evolved,” explains Nicole Terry, charter manager. “Guests want to explore and have these once-in-a-lifetime experiences in parts of the world that only a superyacht can take you, and of course Tranquility is more than happy to oblige!”Launched in 2014 by Oceanco, Tranquility is well equipped for the harsh conditions of the Southern Ocean. It has a cruising range of 5,000 nautical miles, is certified to Lloyd’s Ice Class E, and has state-of-the-art navigational equipment with sonars for detecting uncharted rocks and ice growlers. From The Northwest Passage and Greenland to the snow-topped fjords of northern Norway, Tranquility has had ample experience in cold weather cruising and is helmed by Finnish Captains, for whom ice water cruising is almost second nature.Clients can expect to be awed by “the majestic untouched nature, the solitude, the silence, and the feeling of entering another world,” explains Tranquility’s Captain Jan Rautawaara, who is no stranger to these waters. “Being able to visit remote, desolate places, and to see some extraordinary wildlife is a true adventure,” he adds, hoping that bringing guests on an Antarctic expedition will “broaden our own understanding of nature and make us realize how important it is to preserve this fragile life around us.”Tranquility’s exterior and interior designed by Andrew Winch. She features two luxurious salons onboard, and a generous wellness area with fitness center, experiential showers, a massage and treatment room, hair and beauty salon, Hammam steam room, and a Finnish sauna. Tranquility can accommodate 18 guests across nine staterooms, and up to 22 with the use of two convertible cabins. <iframe width=560 height=315 src=https://www.youtube.com/embed/HmY1bk5oLZo title=YouTube video player frameborder=0 allow=accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture allowfullscreen></iframe>The yacht will be available for winter charter season in Antarctica’s frozen beauty USD1,600,000 per week. Credits: Camper & Nicholsons

Capoforte SQ240i, the first electric model by the Italian brand, will be on display at the next boot Düsseldorf (21-29 January 2023) and will be equipped with the 50kW Molabo ISCAD V50 inboard motor. This happened after quite a success at the most recent Genoa Boat Show (which included winning the Design Innovation Award 2022 in the “Motor boats up to 10m” category). Molabo ISCAD versionWith its 7.38 meter length and 2.46 meter width, Capoforte SQ240i can carry up to ten people, thus concentrating a new sailing philosophy in less than eight meters.Molabo ISCAD versionFor this model, Christian Grande has thought of shapes specially designed for the electric drive. “The lines must not express speed, but must be harmonious, closely linked to a relaxed and relaxing type of navigation,” he explained. “Capoforte has also succeeded in interpreting the soul of this owner, who is not looking for speed. From an engineering point of view, a specific type of lamination was chosen, suitably designed to achieve the best performance in terms of efficiency, with this type of propulsion.” Molabo ISCAD versionThe wide, rounded bow permits a deck layout centring around comfort. The entire hull is made with infusion technology. At the second configuration, the entire bow section of the boat is transformed into a full-beam sundeck for maximum comfortThe central console makes it easy to move about safely. The presence of a large central sundeck at the stern permits full enjoyment of the convenient full-width swim platform. Molabo ISCAD versionThe model on display at Boot 2023 has a Molabo ISCAD V50 electric motor, a 50kW straight-shaft inboard motor, which weighs only 45 kg. Its low voltage components ensure the motor’s high performance and efficient use of the battery, thanks also to the development of the synergy between the controller interface and the motor itself.Yamaha HARMO versionISCAD combines motor and controller in one unit. This solution is easily integrated on board, reducing wiring and the space required for installation. Integration and maintenance are easy because no high voltage safety measures are required. Low-voltage (48V) components therefore efficiently use the battery's energy, achieving a measured system efficiency of over 95% in optimum operating conditions.Molabo ISCAD versionLike the first model produced and previewed at the most recent Genoa Boat Show, the Capoforte SQ240i has been designed to house the 3.7kW HARMO Yamaha outboard propulsion system, which is equipped with rim-drive technology for particularly efficient electric propulsion, when compared with a propeller of the same size. It is also a propulsion system that guarantees extremely easy maneuvering, even in limited space.Capoforte has twenty years of experience in boatbuilding. Over one hundred people work at the building site of Roccelletta di Borgia, close to Catanzaro. The yards extend to a production area of 19,500 sq. m, of which 9,500 covered. Credits: Capoforte

Extra Yachts has delivered the comfortable and spacious superyacht Extra X96 Triplex to a European customer in February 2022. The yacht was christened Anvilugi. Her exterior was penned by Francesco Guida in collaboration with the designers of Palumbo Superyachts, while her elegant interior is made by Hot Lab. It’s the first collaboration between an Italian shipbuilder and design studio. Enrico Lumini, partner and head of design at Hot Lab: ‘we wanted a yacht which may be immediately described as ‘Italian designed’. That’s why the interior represents Italian brands, including Armani, Atlas, Minotti, Alpi and B&B Italia.She has large volumes and is unrivaled in its category, relying on 238 GTs. Anvilugi can accommodate up to 10 guests in five comfortable cabins, including the full beam 40 sq. m master suite on the main deck. Two large VIP cabins, as well as two double guests, all with their own bathroom, located in the lower deck.The 45 sq. m main saloon has a comfortable sofa and a TV. The upper saloon features a galley and a dining room for 12 persons. An outdoor galley with a refrigerator and teppanyaki grill as well as lounging space, can be found on the flybridge. The generous external volumes guarantee maximum pleasure even in the “al fresco” external area. Made of composite, in compliance with RINA standards and CE certifications, this 28.6-meter yacht features a forward garage that can accommodate a four-meter tender, a transformable swim platform and soundproofing systems to reduce noise and vibrations. The propulsion system of X96 Triplex can rely on three powerful Volvo Penta IPS engines of 1000 horsepower, each capable of pushing it to a maximum speed of 17.5 knots and cruising at 12 knots.Anvilugi is listed for sale by Fraser with an asking price of EUR9,500,000. Extra Yachts is specialized in the development of yachts from 76' to 130' characterized by maximum liveability interior and exterior and reduced consumption. Exploiting the advanced technical experience and world-class Italian craftsmanship typical of ISA Yachts, Extra Yachts offers customers all the advantages of being part of Palumbo Superyachts. In addition to Extra, the Palumbo Superyachts network also includes: ISA Yachts, Columbus Yachts, Mondomarine and Palumbo SY dedicated to refit.Credits: Extra Yachts

The 31m Archipelago was sold by Northrop & Johnson’s broker Ed Dickinson representing the buyer. Archipelago was delivered as a highly customized Darwin 102 by Cantiere delle Marche in 2019. She is a full displacement motor yacht with a steel hull and aluminum superstructure. She was built to RINA classification and in compliance with commercial code LY3. The yacht can comfortably accommodate 10 guests across five cabins, including a full-beam master and two double and two twin staterooms. Her interior, designed by Francesco Guida, has a minimum floor-to-ceiling height of 2.1m, making her feel much more voluminous than other yachts of a similar size.Her exterior spaces were designed to be flexible; the main deck cockpit can be totally enclosed and air conditioned. A second, more formal dining area on the upper deck seats up to 10. Sunbathing spaces can be found on both the foredeck and sundeck alongside a custom built pool with a bar and an open galley with BBQ.Archipelago has a range of 4,500 nautical miles at 10 knots, cruising comfortably at 11 and with a maximum speed of 13. She is equipped with zero speed stabilizers to ensure comfort and stability, and with a hull thickness of 12mm to allow for global exploration.CDM's story begins in 2010. The facilities cover an overall surface of 16˙000 square meters, including 7˙000 sq. m of workshops and 1˙000 sq. m of docks. Since 2015, the shipyard has been the world’s leading builder of explorer yachts. Based in Ancona, Cantiere delle Marche builds yachts from 26m to 43m in length.Credits: CdM

About 20 superyachts secured a berth in Doha during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, which will take place from 20 November to 18 December. The list of largest yachts that has arrived in Doha, including the 123 meter Al Lusail, the 111 meter Lürssen Alaiya and 110 meter Feadship Anna, 85 meter Silver Yachts Bold. They can be found at the Old Doha Port.The recognizable lines of 123m Al Lusail were designed by H2 Yacht Design. Large glass facades provide panoramic views and pull natural light deep into the yacht. March & White gave her a contemporary yet timeless interior, with accommodation for 12 guests across six staterooms.Alaiya (ex-Tis) was launched by Lürssen in 2019. Her long and well-balanced sheerline and sleek interior was made by Winch Design Studio. Six decks and spacious guest areas make her a perfect yacht for entertaining on a grand scale.Anna was delivered by Feadship in 2018. She features the first bespoke diesel-electric propulsion system and landing pad for a tilt-rotor aircraft. Her stunning oyster-white hull was made by Michael Leach Design. The interior is a result of Brian J. McCarthy, Inc. and Michael Leach Design. The expedition superyacht Bold was launched in 2019 by SilverYachts. The vessel can accommodate up to 16 guests in its eight spacious en-suite cabins, as well as 21 crew-members.The yacht exterior was designed by Espen Oeino, and the interior by Vain Interiors. Located near the Corniche and Stadium 974, the Old Doha Port area has been transformed and reshaped into a marina and became a tourist destination for World Cup fans. Over 50 cafes and restaurants, 100 shops, and 150 hotel apartments, can be found at the Port. The port contains three categories for receiving yachts, marina for small-sized yachts, and 30 wooden boats to be floating hotels to receive World Cup guests, and 50 parking spaces were allocated to receive mega yachts in length from 50 to 160 meters with reservations.Credits: Feadship; Lürssen; Old Doha Port Facebook; Unsplash; Yacht Harbour archive