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CRN Double Superyacht Launch: LADY TRUDY and CRN 130

The shipyard of Ancona of the Ferretti Group celebrates two launchings in less than a week, a clear sign of the popularity of this prolific brand, the strength of its business model and an increasingly vital economy.  CRN, the shipyard and the brand of the Ferretti Group, launched LADY TRUDY yesterday, a 140-foot composite build, and Saturday 26th March, the CRN 130, a steel and aluminum 197-footer, will be put at sea.  The two launchings include the ship owners, the shipyard workers and much fanfare.

LADY TRUDY is a composite displacement Navetta, the sixth hull of the Navetta 43 line. The yacht has a 140-foot LOA, 28-foot beam, and accommodates 10 passengers in five guest cabins. Interiors are finely furnished in a traditional American colonial style softened with a touch of the romantic “Hampton Style”.  Two Cat C32-C engines allow LADY TRUDY to reach a maximum speed of 15.5 knots and a cruising speed of 13 knots.

Interior layout and exterior styling is the result of in-house collaboration with the architects of Zuccon International Project Studio. Large volumes characterize four lofty decks and wide outdoor areas, including covered cockpits on both main and upper decks that open onto the majestic grey pearlescent hull. Notable features include the terraced master suite with balcony furnished with a coffee table and armchairs, an elongated sundeck at the stern for a helicopter landing pad, a large fitness area at the stern and the “little beach” close to the sea at the stern, distinctive features of CRN that enable owners to experience and have direct contact with the sea.

The imposing CRN 130 with steel hull and aluminum superstructure features an elongated, streamlined profile with tapered, sleek bow that compliments voluminous spaces overlooking the sea. Exterior styling and interior layout is the product of collaboration between Zuccon International Project Studio and the CRN technical department, while the interior design is by architects Alexandre and Cristina Negoescu.

Technological innovations that distinguish the CRN brand include the terrace in the master cabin and the beach club at the stern, with a stern hatch that turns into a big beach close to the water. The vessel can accommodate 12 guests in five guest cabins, the master cabin and 14 crewmembers.  Circular patterns prevail in the interior design with fluid spaces that meld seamlessly into other areas.  Minimalist style enlivened by an art deco spirit fuse elegance and sophistication in a Nuevo modern style. The CRN 130 is equipped with two CATERPILLAR 3512B-Chp 1’455 kW@1835 rpm engines that attain a maximum speed of 15 knots and a cruising speed of 14 knots.

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256’ Ark Angel LSV: Sauter’s Speedy, Green, Giant

ARK ANGEL LSV (Life Support Vessel) is the newest mega project to leap from the drawing boards of Sauter Carbon Offset Design. Being faster and greener than any megayacht in her class are not her only accolades, ARK ANGEL has futuristic styling that sheaths an equally amazing interior with accommodations for 18 guests, 16 crew, and facilities that include a hydroponic farm and fishery.

ARK ANGEL LSV harnesses energy from a combination of renewable sources to achieve up to 100 percent reduction in fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. ARK ANGEL LSV is encased in a solar cell exoskeleton, and derives equal power from her Motion Dampening Regeneration system. These renewable resources along with four Daimler Bluetec Turbo Compound DD16 diesel engines and the Auxiliary SkySail for wind power combine to produce energy enough to offset an estimated 5,000nm of cruising annually.

Energy sources combine with plug-in power sources to allow ARK ANGEL LSV to operate on a par with conventionally powered megayachts and provide guests with round the clock five star services.

The yacht is also equipped with equivalent amenities that include a voluminous aft deck pool and convenient helipad. Two Solar Hybrid Atlantic Guardian S Class 9.5m Tenders are available for shore excursions.

Richard Sauter, head of design commented “I consider the Ark Angel the Champion of Green Power, not because she can do 28 knots and cruise for up to 5,000 nautical miles Carbon Neutral, but because in leading the campaign for responsible yachting, she is challenging all comers.”

LOA: 256 ft.

Beam: 32.8 ft.

Draft: 7.9 ft (50% load)

Engines: 4x 400kw Daimler Turbo Compound DD16 D/E

Power: 4,000kw divided into 3 electric CRP drives

Fuel Capacity: 30,000 l

Carbon Neutral cruising range at 14knts: 5,000nm.

Zero Carbon cruising range at 10knts: unlimited

Battery: Lithium ion 3Mwh. 24t

Fresh water: 20,000 l

Hull & decks: Carbon/Kevlar Composite

Superstructure: Aluminum

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Splendid QUINTA ESSENTIA: Largest Yacht Launched by Heesen Shipyard To Date is Available for Summer Charter in Monaco

Heesen Yachts recently launched the first of its highly anticipated 55-meter semi-displacement series from the shipyard at Oss, The Netherlands. The head turning QUINTA ESSENTIA clearly displays, in both form and function, her esteemed Heesen pedigree.

Heesen naval architects in collaboration with Van Oossanen Associates have created a sophisticated and highly efficient hard-chine hull, while Frank Laupman from Omega Architects developed the dynamic and supremely graceful exterior lines.

The arresting exterior color striping plan alternates custom metallic dark red Awlgrip paint and oyster white. The inspiration for the plum red tone is taken from Montemaggio Merlot and reflects another of the owner’s passions – fine Tuscan wines. The dapper limousine tender, designed by Vripack and custom built in New Zealand by Vaudrey Miller, repeats the color scheme in miniature.

Renowned designer Ken Freivokh with Michela Reverberi, are responsible for cutting edge interiors that are at once artful, posh and beckoning. Commenting on this design co-operation, Nakhimov’s principal, Sergei Dorboserdov explained: “Ken was asked to create a futuristic interior in the minimalist style and while this resulted in an extremely attractive and conceptual design, the owners felt that the modern style was too stark. For this reason the owners introduced the Italian designer, Michela Reverberi to the QUINTA ESSENTIA project with a brief to make the atmosphere more intimate…Michela created a completely new interior style incorporating the color palette and atmosphere that met the owners’ taste and wishes.”

Michela Reverberi explains, “The inspiration for my work was ‘Quinta Essentia’ – the fifth element – which is the highest synthesis of the four elements. These four elements – Earth, Water, Air and Fire – are represented in the four guests’ cabins, while the owners’ suite synthesizes them all. The theme is integrated in the design thanks to details, colors, patterns that are displayed against an absolute and pure white background. Their presence is subtle and discrete. For the owners’ stateroom I chose the color silver, which reflects all the other elements, and therefore encompasses them all.”

The yacht has notable features that include a voluminous master stateroom, two double guest cabins that convert to a VIP compartment, a main deck swimming pool with lush waterfall, full gym and spa facilities on the sundeck, and a technologically innovative tender bay that can be flooded to allow easy launching and recovery of the tenders.

Yacht spotters are keeping an eye out for QUINTA ESSENTIA, a vessel certain to make a powerful impact on the luxury superyacht charter circuit in Monaco this summer.

LOA: 180.5ft.

Beam: 34ft.

Draft: 9.8 ft.

Fuel Capacity: 33,022 gal.

Water Capacity: 2,642 gal.

Maximum speed: 24 kts

Range: 4,500nm at 12 kts

Engines: 2 x MTU 20V4000M93L, each 4.300 kW

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Kingship’s Ocean SUV Series: Luxury and Functionality are not Mutually Exclusive

Kingship introduces the new Ocean SUV Series that incorporates sleek upscale design features with expedition style yachting capabilities.

The somewhat unconventional, eco-friendly design is the work of Sergio Cutolo at Hydro Tec of Varazze, Italy, and is available in 90 foot, 116 foot and 150 foot models with 5000 nm, 7500nm, and 9500nm ranges respectively. The SUV Series is long range, transoceanic, and suitable for world cruising without frequent stops to restock.

Interiors are fashioned to reflect an aura of high end luxury and insure supreme comfort. Even the smaller 90 foot is deceptively spacious, with accommodations for 10 guests and four crew. The 116 and 150 models have a full beam, main deck master, and an optional elevator connects all decks. Passengers enjoy a lofty superstructure from which to view the passing scenery. Voluminous, uncluttered exteriors are safer in heavy seas and easier to maintain.

Kingship, a Hong Kong based company, is the first builder in Asia that specialized in steel hull yacht construction. The company was awarded Best Asia Motor Yacht Builder in 2010. Kingship submits that ” With Ocean SUV, adventure doesn’t have to mean roughing it.  It is a yacht that combines luxury yacht styling with expedition yacht functionality, while minimizing maintenance requirements and keeping operating costs low.” The Ocean SUV Series would seem to be impeccably dressed for any occasion, whether in Antibes or Antarctica.

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Concept Yacht ENDLESS SUMMER: High Performance Luxury Catamaran

Craig Cunningham has designed a new high performance cruising catamaran, ENDLESS SUMMER. This bold gunmetal multihull has an edgy presence, which projects right off the drawing board.

According to Cunningham, “the high performance hull form is married to styling that is inspired by the 1960’s Jaguar MKII with sweeping sensual lines.” The torpedo shape of the hull in profile also projects a masculine, militaristic command of strength and high performance.

As a high performance yacht many construction details remain under wraps, yet it is evident from the GA and renderings that ENDLESS SUMMER features impressive deck spaces and innovative interiors with ship design features that configure to a near Jetson’s futurism.

The voluminous salon stretches out full beam. Cabins with a maximum of twelve berths can be configured to suit a varying combination of guests and crew depending on private or charter use.

The ample aft garage has space enough to store the tender, waverunners, diving gear and other toys. When open this section folds out to create a sweeping beach deck. The raised cockpit provides excellent views and is similar to the high performance catamarans that tend to have an open bridge deck arrangement.

ENDLESS SUMMER is a cutting edge concept that would seem to have tremendous potential both as a private and as a charter yacht. We will continue to monitor the exciting progress of ENDLESS SUMMER.

LOA: 82 ft.

Beam: 37 ft.

Draft : 5 – 9.8 ft. ( extendable dagger boards – hydraulic )

Mast height: 98.5 ft.

Engines: 2 x 240 HP

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