12/2005 – Construction The 300 Express from American manufacturer Cruisers is one of the most compact models in the range, measuring in at 9.40 metres by 18 metres. The Cruisers brand's French importer is Azur Performance, based in Saint-Raphaël. The Express range, comprised of some 15 different models, has an excellent reputation and is one […]
Continue Reading ...11/2005 – Small but sturdy Construction Founded in 1976 by Gianfranco Rizzardi, the Roman shipyard of the same name mainly specialises in open racing boats, but has also expanded into luxury motor yacht design with the acquisition of Italian brand Posilippo. The new, Rizzardi 45 InCRedible (CR stands for Cantieri Rizzardi) is now the brand's […]
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Construction In 1959, when Willis Slane founded Hatteras, his dream was to conquer the North Atlantic waters. Since then, the shipyard has produced countless fishing boats and luxury yachts. The latest addition to its convertible range is a 68-footer presented for the first time at the Fort Lauderdale boat show in 2004 then at Cannes […]
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At the coming Genoa Boat Show (from October the 8th to the 16th, 2005), Cantieri di Sarnico will exhibit its latest model: the Sarnico 60. This model too presents the unmistakable distinctive lines on the new concept by Nuvolary & Lenard: the shifting of the deck forward enlarges the cockpit dimensions, the double side windows […]
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Revealed at the last London Boat Show (January 2005), the IPS (Inboard Performance System) shows enthusiastic features: higher top speed, faster acceleration, reduced fuel consumption (improved cruising range), better handling, more room onboard… What is the IPS ? It is a combined engine and propulsion system, developped by Volvo Penta since 1998. It consists in […]
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Construction. Apreamare’s new 14-metre model has the same subtle lines as all Ferretti boats. After the success of the 16-metre model, a revolution in the range, the next logical step for the manufacturer was to continue diversifying its range which, until now, was restricted to small cruisers. Deck. Like its predecessor, the 145 enjoys an […]
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The Sicilian based Italian manufacturer Aicon unveils its latest, magnificent 72-foot flagship, a 23-metre Open first presented at the Cannes boat show in September and now on display at the Genoa show. The yacht’s design and superbly sleek lines make a big impression, as do the large, circular portholes in either side of the hull. […]
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Already well known in water-skiing and wakeboarding circles, the Isle of Man shipyard is expanding into the luxury day-cruiser market with its Maristar series. For water-skiing and wakeboarding, criteria such as manoeuvrability and power are essential. These boats are also required to produce a perfect wake, and are equipped with flaps and ballasts (and a […]
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Construction. After the 42 and 47, Gobbi shipyard adds a new member to its elegant, contemporary range with this hard top cruiser with streamlined hull. Stefano Righini’s signature, the hallmark of understated luxury, is unmistakable on board this new flagship in the Atlantis range. Deck. Although the manufacturer has given in to the trend for […]
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Just over a month after its official presentation at Boot Düsseldorf, the Pershing 46′ brings home its first award. In fact the craft was nominated “Croatian Boat of the Year 2005” in the motor boats sport/open 38′-46′ category, one of the most prestigious awards in the “Boat of the Year” prize series. The winners for […]
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