AUGUSTUS - GUNBOAT NEWS

PHAEDO'S 427 MILE DAY....
For years we have extolled the daily range of a GUNBOAT. As early as 2002, TRIBE was averaging 270 miles per day offshore, with many days in the 330-385 mile range. We noted that 400 mile days are possible. During the TRANSPAC Race last week, PHAEDO recorded a 427 mile day, and was tracking towards an even bigger day, when....

   
 
GRAVITY STORM
Our hearts go out to the well-prepared and always professional PHAEDO team. According to PHAEDO owner Lloyd Thornburg, who was on the helm at the time, the top of the rig broke off while under a full main and A4 code sail. So ended PHAEDO'S remarkable run at the TRANSPAC Race. PHAEDO was well ahead of the entire TP52 and West Coast sled fleet at the time. The only boats on the course showing better pace were a 100' super-maxi, a turbo-charged Volvo 70, and a lengthened ORMA 60' tri. We may never know the exact reason why PHAEDO's rig succumbed. The crew wisely cut it away to preserve PHAEDO's hulls. She is the only GUNBOAT that chose to utilize PBO rigging. While it can reduce windage and save weight, it's track record for reliability would not be regarded as the best today. The manner of the rig's loss, in our opinion, is consistent with the failure of a windward diamond shroud. All GUNBOAT's today are specified with aramid shrouds and carbon diamond stays, which reflect industry best practices at this time. We salute Lloyd and his PHAEDO team for pushing so hard in so many epic races. PHAEDO is our cover girl, and has helped reset expectations of what an all-carbon world cruising GUNBOAT can achieve. We know PHAEDO's awesome team will rise again, and will be even more impressive when she returns!

 

MED DEGREES

 

 We are getting great reports from ZENYATTA, TIGER LILY, LAGUZ, and PANTHERA as they explore the Mediterranean Sea this season. These stories make our hearts sing as we watch these beautiful GUNBOATs deliver on their promise of world cruising in luxury at speed. ZENYATTA plans to enter the ARC Rally from the Canaries to St Lucia. TIGER LILY is thumbing a ride on Dock-Wise to make the fall season in New England. PANTHERA will keep cruising wherever her young family's heart desires. And LAGUZ plans to winter in the Med. Delivering these dreams keeps us fired up every day!


BATTAILE STATIONS 

 

 Lauren Battaile has left her career in the wine industry on the West Coast to be stationed at GUNBOAT as the new marketing manager. Lauren studied marketing as an undergrad, and applied those talents to two brands before joining us. A noted foodie and wine expert, she and her family are lifelong sailors from North Carolina. Lauren will be focused on traditional and social media, events, pr, shows and sales support. She will work closely with Meg Minetree, our sales director, and Peter Johnstone. This edition is Lauren's first effort. Welcome aboard!



WEEKNIGHT GUNBOAT CLASS RACING  

 

Tuesday and Thursday night saw the first ever weeknight beer-can racing between GUNBOATs. TRIBE's owner organized the series with the help of Indian Harbor Yacht Club in Greenwich, CT. ELVIS and SLIM joined the host on the water. Winds were light, and racing was tight between the GUNBOATs racing on short courses, and in some cases through other yacht club races. The sight of three large cats towering over all other boats along the Connecticut shoreline led to several spectator boats following the fleet. Dave, the mate on ELVIS, employed his mass aloft on a halyard in a pseudo Spiderman wrecking ball technique to get ELVIS' battens to tack in the lighter winds. A big thank you to TRIBE's owner and Indian Harbor Yacht Club for a very special two nights. Thursday featured a barbecue for the GUNBOAT owners and crew at Indian Harbor's Sunfish bar and patio. These very special evenings show signs of growing. Upwards of seven GUNBOATs may be on the line in Long Island Sound in 2014! www.gunboat.com
 
FALCOR REFIT: THE SERVICE YARD IS LIVE

 

The new ramp at GUNBOAT's yard is proving to be a great addition. Owner Travis Rice sailed into town and left his beloved GUNBOAT 48 in our care for his snowboarding season. When he returns, he will find a spruced up eight year old GUNBOAT in new condition and ready for Travis' loop of the Pacific. CREAM is expected later this year, and up to three other GUNBOATs expect to get service at our NC yard in the coming months. More to come.

FLOW'S A GO!
 

The gorgeous new GUNBOAT 60 is completing sea trials, and will begin her delivery journey to the East Coast USA imminently. The best laid plans are to have her at the US Sailboat Show in Annapolis in October.

GUNBOAT 55-05 EMERGES, 55-06 STARTS & 60-05 INFUSES 

 The NC team led by Aaron Croswait pulled GUNBOAT 55-05 from the gorgeous female tooling this past week. The outer skins of 55-06 are already in the mold. Paul Hakes reports the successful infusion of GUNBOAT 60-05. GUNBOAT 60-04 had her decks installed. Production is on a roll!

SUNREEF SCORES 3 NEW LUXUCATAMARANS 80 FEET AND ABOVE

The first contract was the Sunreef 82 Double Deck sold to a Client in the Middle East. It will be the second unit of Sunreef 82 Double Deck after last year’s HOUBARA. In the double deck concept there is one spacious owner cabin in the front and a large, bright salon with an internal helm station enjoying sea views. The impressive 64 m2 cockpit holds a large dining table for up to 8 guests, sunbathing mats, wicker armchairs and storage for diving equipment. This will be the first yacht in the world with a folding mast shortening it 10 m, so that it can easily go under the bridge leading to the Owner’s property. This yacht is due to be launched in December 2013. Thanks to their spaciousness and comfort, Double Deck catamarans are a perfect alternative for a traditional mega yacht with its greener character offered by cruising on sails.
 
 
Second in order is the 90 Sunreef Power, a true milestone in luxury catamaran design. The main idea behind the concept is to stress the superb space offered by catamarans thanks to their large beam, and to arrange this space in a similar way to motor yachts. On a 90 feet yacht no less than 522 sqm will be available for the owner’s enchantment, this is something that one could never have on a regular motor yacht. This means a single large main deck spanning the entire beam, housing dining and lounging areas in both the exterior aft deck and inside the saloon to create a seamless, open space. The generously-sized master cabin is located in the front on the same level with its study area, walk-in wardrobe, private ensuite bathroom, etc. The flybridge will include the helm station and two lounge areas (inside and outside), while the intimate terrace at the front of the main deck will comprise a jet ski with its crane and sun pads. An interesting feature is a beach club on the aft, created thanks to a special platform which gives access to all numerous water toys in the aft garage. Finished in cozy, warm interior design featuring only natural materials, this power mega yacht will operate in Thailand and will be delivered in the beginning of 2015.
 
 
The third sale is the second unit of the Sunreef 80 Carbon Line, a superb sailing catamaran with the concept based on light displacement of 45 tones, performance and speed. It will made of an advanced composite sandwich combining vinylester, PVC foam and carbon/glass fiber, with a carbon mast and boom. First unit of this model was just launched at the shipyard and already gained a lot of attention from the clients. The second unit is expected to launch in May 2014. Purchased by an American client, looking for his perfect carbon-made, performance yacht for the last two years all around the world before placing the order at Sunreef. The new Sunreef 80 will feature a beautiful master cabin on the main deck and a sophisticated navcom system.
 

Sunreef Yachts with its in-house design team will be present during the upcoming prestigious Monaco Yacht Show held between 25 - 28th of September 2013. You are welcome to visit our stand located in DARSE NORD, booth QD27. Besides these three new superyachts underway, the company will promote its new projects with mega trimaran 210 and a new 165 ft super sailing catamaran

GUNBOAT ENDLESS SUMMER NEWS

GUNBOAT G4 

 

GUNBOAT expects to announce the new 40' GUNBOAT G4 imminently. Aimed at coastal cruising, weekends, daysailing and racing, the GUNBOAT G4 breaks new ground and redefines what sailing can be. Included will be everything you need, and set aside, will be everything you don't need. Innovations abound. We are thrilled to be nearing announcement with all details soon!  Please contact Meg Minetree if you would like to be included in future notifications on this series: meg@gunboat.com.

 

GUNBOAT WEATHER SEMINAR

This past weekend, GUNBOAT hosted a Weather Seminar for GUNBOAT 55 Owners and families at the College of the Ablemare in Manteo, NC. Bill Biewenga, a four time Whitbread/Volvo Race veteran (and winner) led the two-day session. Bill is one of the foremost weather gurus in the offshore world with his own book, DVD, and North U courses. With 400,000 miles offshore, Bill has seen just about everything. Eighteen attendees were immersed in advanced offshore weather teaching. GUNBOAT held a Friday evening welcome dinner at La Dolce Vita, and the gang gathered at Peter Johnstone's home for a Wanchese tuna cookout on Saturday. "Keeping our owners safe, and giving them confidence is critical. We will be offering these advanced weather seminars every 6-8 months. Every owner will receive advanced boat handling training as we have always done during sea trials," stated Meg Minetree, Director of Sales.  www.gunboat.com
 

FLOW TESTING

 William Jelbert, the GUNBOAT 60 project manager, announced the 'soft launch' of FLOW into the test pool at the yard. "We like to test all systems while afloat in the yard's pool before launching. Results look excellent and we expect to launch FLOW this coming week." Once again, the GUNBOAT Team at Hudson Yachts has delivered a gorgeous result. We look forward to reporting on sea trials in the coming weeks.   www.gunboat.com
 

HAIL TO THE CHIEF

Bruce Hopkins joins GUNBOAT as Chief Financial Officer. "It was time to bring in someone of Bruce's caliber," remarked founder Peter Johnstone. For the past 15 years, Bruce has been an industry leading CFO at two renown Maine boat builders, Lyman Morse and Hodgkin Yachts. After 30 years in Maine, Bruce and his wife Kate have made the move to North Carolina. "We're excited to be here. GUNBOAT is thriving, and we're looking forward to being able to sail in warm weather for six months out of the year, rather than six weeks!"  www.gunboat.com


 

GUNBOAT MARINA AND SERVICE YARD

GUNBOAT expects to close a deal to purchase the marina and yard a few hundred yards South of the GUNBOAT facility in Wanchese, NC. Included in the purchase are two piers and development rights to a third pier. When completed, the GUNBOAT marina will have dockage for up to 14 Gunboats. The gravel yard enables up to six hauled GUNBOATs, and features the brand new 40' wide ramp for launching and hauling via hydraulic trailer. The GUNBOAT Marina will be the base for all service activities, commissioning and sea trials. www.gunboat.com
 

ART GUNBOAT

Meredith and Nils Erickson's painting of the GUNBOAT 62 ZENYATTA on the Horta harbor wall deserves special mention. Many GUNBOATS have celebrated their successful Trans-Atlantic passages with a stopover at Horta in the Azores with a beautiful painting on the wall. The creativity of the ZENYATTA painting stands above all. Few people realize that the GUNBOAT logo is based on an aerial photo of TRIBE's bows. The ZENYATTA painting perfectly captures the spirit of the logo. Well done Meredith and Nils!  www.gunboat.com

 

 

HIRED GUN!

There must something in the water at GUNBOAT these days, as it continues to attract top industry talent. Frank Edwards joins GUNBOAT as our Production Engineer. Operations Manager Dan Bottjen remarked, "This is a real coup for GUNBOAT. Frank is the best I have seen at production engineering. He comes across from Hattaras Yachts, where he was a key person for 20 years, most recently running their design and engineering teams." Frank will be a key asset in further refining the Gunboat production set-up and organization.

 

FALCOR: FIRST GUNBOAT CUSTOMER!

   RED BULL extreme snowboarder Travis Rice arrives this week on his GUNBOAT 48 FALCOR. Her GUNBOAT service stop will prepare her for an intended circuit of the Pacific in 2014 that will include film work for Travis' next movie production, MIGRATIONS, to follow up on his epic snowboard movie FLIGHT.

  
 

GUNBOAT HALL INSPECTION  

  

Henry Maxwell, along with assistance from owners Eric and Ben Hall, gave GUNBOAT the full tour of Hall Spars at their flagship Bristol, RI facility last week. With the first two GUNBOAT 55 spar packages nearly complete, the tour, of course, featured GUNBOAT work in every area. We are really happy to welcome Hall to our team, and to have such a world-class vendor so close to our NC production facility!  

ADASTRA WINS 3 SHOWBOATS DESIGN 2013 AWARDS

Shuttleworth Design is delighted to announce that Superyacht Adastra, the 42.5m power trimaran received awards in three categories at the 2013 ShowBoats Design Awards.

• Exterior Design and Styling - Judges' Commendation
• Naval Architecture - Winner
• Newcomer of the Year - Winner

John and Orion proudly accepted the awards at the prize giving ceremony, held at the Monaco Opera House on June 21, 2013.

The judges gave the nod to Adastra for her "clean sheet of paper approach" to problem-solving, and noted that her tank tests, as well as the physical evidence provided by designs of similar theory indicate "this yacht will have the best performance in the most sea states of all those presented".

Sunreef Yachts Announces Spectacular Presence at the Cannes International Boat Show 2013

Established in 2002 by Francis Lapp, Sunreef Yachts has consequently grown to its current, strong position of the leading designer and builder of luxury sailing and power catamarans and catamaran-superyachts from 60 to 200 feet in the world.

In 2013 Sunreef Yachts will have no less than 6 yachts, the first ever such important Sunreef yachts gathering, on display with 2 world premieres: the superyacht Sunreef 80 Sailing LEVANTE and a new concept of a sailing catamaran, Sunreef 60 LOFT.

The new Sunreef 80 Sailing is a concept based on light displacement, performance and speed. Commissioned by a European owner, the Sunreef 80 is made of an advanced composite sandwich combining vinylester, PVC foam and carbon/glass fibre, with a carbon mast and boom, standing rigging with Kevlar and total sail area of 340 m², weighing just 45T lightship and 60T fully loaded. The sleek and sporty exterior line was designed carefully to reduce windage and water resistance.
 

The 2nd world premiere is the new concept of 60 footer, the Sunreef 60 LOFT, a ready- to- sail, luxury yacht with comfortable accommodation for 6 guests. Fully equipped open galley with both Siemens and Gorenje appliances is located in the portside hull, directly connected with the saloon. The cockpit and the saloon are both located on the same level and connected with a large sliding door which enhances the impression of one, seamless space. Actually two units of this new concept have already been sold, only two months after its presentation in spring this year.

In addition, the shipyard will exhibit its first poweryacht, the 60 Sunreef Power LILU YACHT equipped with the innovative IPS system allowing this imposing yacht easy maneuvering in tide marinas and side docking. Moreover, the system helps to be even more efficient on the fuel consumption side and increases maximum speed adding 2 knots.


Fourth yacht on display was launched in April 2013. The Sunreef 70 MAVERICK is the 12th unit of an extremely popular Sunreef 70 Sailing. Distinctively different, this superb modern catamaran features an ultra-sleek profile, flawless interior design, exceptional amenities, and the latest in entertainment technology.

Another big presence will be ensured by the superyacht HOUBARA. The Sunreef 82 Double Deck will be again the biggest unit on Sunreef Yachts display this year. Presented last year in Cannes, HOUBARA accommodates up to 7 guests in one beam-wide owner suite, one VIP queen cabin and one guest twin cabin convertible to a double cabin with an additional Pullman bed, attended by two crew.

 

On the power side, besides the 60 Sunreef Power, Sunreef will showcase again its extremely popular 70 Sunreef introduced in 2008. This yacht model attracts many motoryacht enthusiasts thanks to its stability and subsequently the comfort in cruising, an extended living and storage space thanks to its large beam, superb exterior space, and oceanic range combined with very low fuel consumption and all that in keeping with Sunreef’s customized design.

Both of them MAVERICK and LEVANTE are available for charters with Sunreef Yachts Charter.
The shipyard will also introduce more its new projects underway, the 90 Sunreef Power, the Trimaran 210 and the new sailing superyacht of 165ft.
 

LONG ISLAND 85 TIME LAPSE

Here is a time lapse made by JFA of the building of their 85 foot aluminium luxury catamaran.  Enjoy.

SUNREEF INTRODUCES THE INNOVATIVE IPS SYSTEM

In 2013 Sunreef Yachts has done something rather extraordinary from an engineering Stand point. 

Together with VOLVO engineers, the company's in-house engineering department has developed an innovative IPS system installed on the new 60 Sunreef Power LILU-YACHT . IPS systems make maneuvering of the boat much easier with the possibility of side cruising and easy turning just with one joystick. Despite being widely used on regular motoryachts, they are very uncommon on catamarans, especially large-sized yachts in which the shipyard specializes in.

The shipyard decided not to build a completely new hull, dedicated for IPS propulsion, but to modify the existing hull of the 60 Sunreef Power model. There were several challenges associated with arranging placement for IPS units in the engine rooms and with the correct positioning of IPS units in relation to water level and hull position. This task is rather simple for wide monohulls but requires much more planning on catamaran narrower aft sections. The research resulted in success and the positive results have even surpassed the owner and Sunreef/Volvo engineers’ expectations.

The shipyard is already considering some further improvements on the hull shape that could allow for closer turns hence giving better maneuverability in very small spaces, like crowded marinas. The IPS system will be therefore offered on all power catamarans available at Sunreef Yachts.

The engineering department is already working on the new motoryacht model, the 90 Sunreef Power and doing a lot of hull optimization calculations to enhance the performance, motion at sea and savings on fuel. The hull had originally been forcast with a standard shaft line. The company is now working on the IPS version of this boat so that 2 propulsion systems can be available on the same hull shape, according to the demand. Sunreef Yachts keeps working closely with Volvo to foresee the further development on their IPS range for that size of Superyacht catamarans. With this system on our super catamarans, Sunreef Yachts has opened a new chapter in nautical engineering.

SUNREEF 80 ALMOST READY FOR THE BIG LAUNCH !

From the beginning of 2013, Sunreef Yachts has already completed 4 new custom-made catamaran-yachts, both sail and power. 

The next big launch in the pipeline is the new sailing superyacht model, Sunreef 80 from the Single Deck line with full carbon structure. Calculations made by the FEM (Finite Element Model) helped reducing the sound and vibrations to the minimum with a very sophisticated system. Its lightweight structure and sleek and sporty line will guarantee high performance under sails in keeping with the fully customized design and layout.

The wet deck is now being painted. The teak flooring has been installed on the flybridge as well as in the cockpit. Most of the rigging has also been fixed while interior finish in modern style is now being mounted within the superstructure and the hulls. The launch in scheduled for the beginning of July 2013 and the yacht will be exhibited as a premiere at the Cannes International Boat Show this year.

GUNBOAT - JUNE BUGGING

A THAI LADY

GUNBOAT CEO Peter Johnstone just returned from a two week GUNBOAT 60 Series trip.  He concluded, "We had great project meetings with three of the GUNBOAT 60 owners. FLOW and FAULT TOLERANT are coming together beautifully for their owners. Thai based 60-04 is not yet named but is progressing nicely with all structures assembled. The Gunboat 60 Series' finish exceeds expectations and raises the bar further for GUNBOAT. Our world-class build team in Xiamen, led by Paul Hakes and William Jelbert, continues to set best practices in every area."  Learn more about the GUNBOAT 60 Series here:  www.gunboat.com 


A HIGH FIVE ENDING. - NOT THE HANGOVER PART III
Mid-May, the GUNBOAT Sales Team, led by Meg Minetree, announced the signing of GUNBOAT 60-05. The GUNBOAT 60 has come together very well and the interest in this series is gaining speed. High-fives all around between the GUNBOAT and HUDSON YACHT Teams. Everyone is excited to see the 60 take root after more than two years of hard work.  Learn more about the the GUNBOAT 60 Series here:  www.gunboat.com


IF THE WORLD IS HIS OYSTER...   HE KNOWS WHERE TO FIND HIS PEARL
Oyster Yachts founder Richard Matthews of the UK chose to build XXX, his new all carbon Judel Vrolik designed Hudson-Hakes 42 race boat, at the GUNBAOT 60 facility in Xiamen. The 5-axis machined tooling and immaculate construction has resulted in an example of precision yacht building that can only be described as exquisite. We are proud to refer to XXX as the kid sister to the GUNBOAT 60 Series and wish Mr. Matthews success with his UK and Caribbean racing plans.



CRUISING MOVES, 15,000 NM. ONE MONTH.

Making tracks on a fast, level, luxury yacht is fun. May racked up some serious miles on various GUNBOATs. GUNBOAT 66s LAGUZ, TIGER LILY, and COCO DE MER departed the Caribbean for their Trans-Atlantic passages to the Med and UK this month. LAGUZ is already celebrating in Horta after a storm-tossed crossing. GUNBOAT 66 SLIM and GUNBOAT 62s TRIBE and ELVIS have departed the Caribbean for the East Coast USA summer. TRIBE was spotted steaming up the East River past Manhattan. GUNBOAT 66 PHAEDO reports a successful transit of the Panama Canal and is enjoying her trip up to LA for the start of the Transpac Race in July. GUNBOAT 48 FALCOR is making her way through the Virgins, Turks & Caicos, and the Bahamas en route to the GUNBOAT yard in NC for some love. May was a 15,000+ mile month for GUNBOATs on the move!  www.gunboat.com 



GRAND PRIX RACING-CRUISING SAILS!

Doyle Sails founder Robbie Doyle and Doyle Sails' GUNBOAT Project Manager, Olympian Mark Mendelblatt, spent a day at GUNBOAT in Wanchese, North Carolina with one of their likely GUNBOAT customers. The Doyle Team made an impressive presentation showing their latest work with Stratis Membrane technology and various sail design innovations developed on the very successful SHOCKWAVE mini-maxi.

 Soon after, Ken Read, the President of North Sails Worldwide, spent a day at GUNBOAT to research all of our latest developments. Ken has announced that North Sails Design Services, led by JB Braun, will be applying all of North Sails' technical resources towards their GUNBOAT sail program. "For the first time in history, the fastest sails in the world are also the most durable. Our 3di sails on PUMA could have done a 2nd lap of the world," Ken enthused. He continued, "GUNBOAT is perfect for our North customers. After touring the factory, it is clear to me that GUNBOAT is leading in boat building technology as we lead in sail making technology. Sure seems like a natural fit to me." 



WEDNESDAY NIGHT BEER CAN RACING -GUNBOAT STYLE!

There was a time not long ago when anyone on the water would stop to stare at a Swan 65 sailing down Long Island Sound. It would have been an enormous yacht to behold. TRIBE's owner has announced that up to four GUNBOAT 62s and 66s may gather for a few Wednesday evening races this summer in the middle of Long Island Sound.
 


BON VOYAGE PHIL & LAURA

One of GUNBOAT's favorite couples will be on the move at the end of May. Phil and Laura Harvey built the first two GUNBOAT 62s at Harvey Yachts in 2001-2002 and helped Jaz Marine get started on the third. After eight years of cruising, this dynamic duo returned to get the GUNBOAT 60 production started in Xiamen. For the past 16 months Phil and Laura have played key roles in igniting the GUNBOAT 55 production in the USA. Full of energy, experience, and fun, they will always be a part of our GUNBOAT family and legacy. We are all wishing Phil and Laura warm winds at their back as they begin their cruising life again. We thank them for their dedication, hard work, and contributions to GUNBOAT. We will miss you. Y'all come back now!


KATHI'S GOTT IT!
 

Kathi Gott Beedy has joined GUNBOAT as a 15 year veteran of large yacht project management, administration, and marketing in the Boothbay area of Maine. Versed in large complex projects, she will also handle various aspects of GUNBOAT events and development. Kathi is enjoying her new home in NC and plans to see more of her daughter and grandchildren in nearby New Bern. Welcome aboard Kathi!


 BUSTLING WITH TALENT IN NC  PROMOTIONS WITHIN - CONGRATS!
 
Aaron Crosswait has been promoted from Infusion Team Leader to Lead Boat Builder of all composites. Aaron's father Bobby runs the small parts composite team. "Having 2nd and 3rd generation boat building skills is a real benefit of our Wanchese, NC facility," explains Operations Manager Dan Bottjen.

Well regarded TP52 project manager Patrick Edwards now runs the assembly and finish areas. "It is a real pleasure to lead such skilled craftsmen," remarked Edwards.  "The 55 series is coming together with precision and excellent attention to detail," he concluded.

Mike Reynolds has moved from stock room boss to become the purchasing manager. Mike brings over 25 years of purchasing experience to GUNBOAT from the heydays of Ablemarle and Buddy Davis Yachts. "We'd deliver a 60' every few weeks at Davis. I expect GUNBOAT to meet that soon. We're ready!" Amen Mike. Let's do this.

DISCOVER THE NEW NEEL 60 A FAST AND SLEEK LUXURY TRIMARAN

The latest arrival to the NEEL Trimarans family is a statement of intent with its “Sport Chic” navigation style.

The NEEL 60 is a lightweight craft with sleek lines and all the sailing qualities of its smaller brother the NEEL 45 : High Performance, fine helming and good sea keeping.

Full comfort inside and out with different living spaces to enjoy company, a single level layout for the saloon, cockpit and cabins as well as a flybridge for relaxing sailing.
Interior by Franck Darnet Design combines a contemporary feel with sober and refined materials.

The layout it highly functional with generous, conserved living spaces, five double cabins, six bathrooms and an independent crew cabin.
The concept is unique, responding to the requirements of crewed charter usage as well as family cruising, with different versions available.

MC² FROM MCCONAGHY LAUNCHED - SLIDESHOW

The 60 feet fast luxury catamaran built by Mc Conaghy was launched and the first tests sailing are scheduled for next week. Here are some pictures of this sleek luxury catamaran.Click on MC² or on the picture to access the album. 

TAN 66, THE INTERPRETATION OF A DREAM

The Tan 66, the story of 2 men, 1 passion, 1 dream.

Xavier Bouin, founder of the Tan brand and Marc Van Peteghem from the famous VPLP architectural office, imagined and created a new type of exclusive catamaran, the Tan 66.

The Tan 66 was designed to sail at very high speed with great ease. 

The Tan 66 is an innovative catamaran built entirely of carbon fiber for more speed and strength. 

Both helm station, the central mast and front sails are there to make the sailing effortless while achieving top speeds.

The Tan 66 is more than highly performing, she is also a benchmark in style and design. 

The Tan 66 will be built at Marsaudon Composite in Lorient based in France. The yard is famous for its unique know-how and excellent craftsmanship in carbon composite material. 

The Tan 66, dreams become reality. 

GUNBOAT EXPANSION TO NORTH CAROLINA - VIDEO

SUNREEF 60 FT - A NEW CONCEPT OF PRET-A-PORTER LUXURY YACHT

Sunreef Yachts is delighted to unveil a new concept being a result of the company’s long experience in luxury yacht building – the Sunreef 60 LOFT . The shipyard, always reactive on the Clients feedback, has decided to meet their requirements and create a luxury ‘pret-a-porter’ yacht based on the 10 years’ experience, extensive knowledge and understanding of the owners’ needs and containing all the essential options and equipment for comfortable sailing and living on board. Therefore, Clients are now fully served and receive a “ready- to- go”, fully equipped vessel. The model has all the features of the Sunreef catamarans - impeccable quality of the construction, customized luxury finish and high seaworthiness –converted into a compact and light vessel.

The Sunreef 60 LOFT will be a ready- to- sail, luxury, performance-oriented yacht with comfortable accommodation for 6 guests in 3 spacious cabins and 2 crew in the port aft cabin, accessible through the galley located within this hull for easy crew circulation.

The interior space arrangement is both elegant and functional. Fully equipped open galley with both Siemens and Gorenje appliances is located in the portside hull, directly connected with the saloon. The cockpit and the saloon are both located on the same level and connected with a large sliding door which enhances the impression of one, seamless space. Waterproof speakers, connected to the salon B&O system, both in the cockpit and on the flybridge will allow guests to enjoy music everywhere on board.

As for the interior design, Sunreef's in-house design has prepared three unique contemporary designs resulting from their expertise of the tendencies on the market, from which the clients can choose their preferred style– trendy black & white, soothing venge & anegre or timeless walnut.

The yacht’s technologic features include carbon mast with canoe boom, square top main sail and Brunton’s folding propellers, the best ones available on the market. She is also extremely easy to handle even for two crew members thanks to the sailing gear smartly placed within a reach of the hand on the flybridge with electric winches, two Yanmar 110 HP engines and original davits system to launch the dinghy from the aft platform. As a ready-to-go vessel, all electrical, plumbing, hydraulic systems are also included within the fixed price.

ADASTRA NOMINATED FOR THE WORLD SUPERYACHT AWARDS

The groundbreaking tri hulled super yacht Adastra was launched by McConaghy Boats in April 2012. Shortly after launching and commissioning Adastra left Hong Kong for extended cruising throughout Southeast Asia where her owners have been enjoying some of the best cruising Asia has to offer.
Recently, Boat International have announced that Adastra has been nominated as a finalist for the World Superyacht awards to be held in Istanbul on 4th May this year. Now in its eighth year, the World Superyacht Awards is considered the "Oscars" of the Superyacht world.

To be a finalist for this award is indeed a great honour, and congratulations must go to the owners of Adastra for having the vision and conviction to embark on such a project, the Naval Architects John and Orion Shuttleworth, Interior designer Jepsen Design, and of course the team of craftsmen from JMcConaghy Boats Zhuhai China who bought this vision to reality. 

SUNREEF IN ASIA AND THE HAINAN RENDEZ VOUS

Celebrating its 10th anniversary in all splendor at 2012 Festival de la Plaisance de Cannes, the SUNREEF YACHTS shipyard is quickly spreading wings all over the world. Headquartered in Poland, with a US office in Fort Lauderdale and a newly appointed China office in Shanghai give the company the possibility to assist clients in Europe, the Americas and Asia. After having ensured a consistent promotion in Europe and the US, the company has now decided to take a closer look into Asia and China in particular. SUNREEF YACHTS China, managed by Sunreef’s Ewa Stachurska, former PR and now Sales Director in China, operates already from Shanghai and supervise all Marketing and Sales in China and Hong Kong.

The Chinese division will take part at the incoming Hainan Rendezvous in Sanya in March 2013, at the China International Boat Show in Shanghai in April 2013 and the Hong Kong Gold Coast Boat Show in May 2013. All these shows except the Shanghai one will include the presentation of the new Sunreef 70 Sail FENG sold to a Chinese Client and scheduled for delivery in March 2013 after which it will be exhibited as a worldwide premiere at the HRDV 2013 in Sanya.
 


This superb, blood-red hulled luxury catamaran enchants with its subtle oriental interior design and a great performance in sailing, keeping with the spaciousness and stability of a catamaran. Sea trials and private events will be organized to help understand this still blossoming yachting market, the full potential for a catamaran-yacht. Furthermore, power catamarans range with the new 60 Sunreef Power and the successful 70 Sunreef Power will be another interesting product for the market where power boating still overwhelmingly exceeds sailing.
 


After a decade of a successful development in the world, especially in Europe and the Americas, the company judged necessary further expansion and this time towards Asia with a special stress on China and its immense potential. Certainly, this market is still immature and yachting is perceived more as a business-related activity helping to maintain professional relationships than pure pleasure or a hobby but it will pick up one day, and on that day Sunreef Yachts wants to make sure that all interested newly emerged enthusiasts will know what fantastic yachts the company has to offer. We can already observe an increasing interest in catamarans, and a curiosity towards a catamaran-yacht. Since the opening of the office, we have been receiving many inquiries about our yachts from potential clients, media and brokers. The actual presence in China brings an immediate increase of interest, Stachurska says.

Sunreef Yachts China office is located within most exclusive plaza in the central Shanghai, Puxi, the Plaza 66.

Full address: Sunreef Yachts China, Plaza 66, Tower 2, 15/F, room 1547, 1266 Nanjin West Road, Jing’an District, Shanghai, China

PRIVILEGE MARINE FINALLY LIFTS THE VEIL !

Since 1985, there have been over 600 Privilege cruising catamarans launched in the world, with 80 units over 17 meters.  Built with enviable quality of construction and  un-equeled even today by others.

Always watching the market and listening to the owners…   Privilege Marine has moved back to the original site in Les Sables d’Olonne, the shipyard offers all facilities allowing the easy delivery of each catamaran and always in the best condition, thanks to :

• A highly qualified and dedicated Privilege team,
• A 5 years warranty on the structure,
• Individual certification by BUREAU VERITAS,
• Customization of interiors,
• Continuous monitoring and updating of technical systems and technology.

In the 90’s, the shipyard marketed a range of power catamarans, the « EUPHORIE 40 » and « EUPHORIE 44 » with incredible success, the marine press and media were charmed, the clientele likewise… 50 units were sold !

After having listened to numerous comments and clients wishes and studied the possibilities, it was natural for PRIVILEGE MARINE to decide to re-launch a new line designed by the naval architect Marc Lombard « ML Design Team », code name EUPHORIA :

• Very modern design with sharp lines,
• Coloured super structures offering refinement,
• A hull calculated and designed for very good performance,
• Optimization of space,
• Customized refined layouts,
• A large fly bridge with hardtop,
• Performance worthy of larger power yachts !
• A range available from 15 to 24 meters long…

For who ?

• For those who require the « PRIVILEGE » quality,
• For those who love sailing on a catamaran
•                 Or for the fans of power boats,
• For those who dream about stability during moorings
•                 And about comfort in rough seas,
• For those who demand the space of larger yacht without going overboard,
• For those who wish to be seen without being really…
• For those who simply want to be different…

When ?

The EUPHORIA Serie 6 (around 18 meters) will be the first one produced ; and her launching  date will be subject of course to the first order…