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Solaris Power is constantly redefining the concept of traditional American lobster boats and is now introducing the 48 Open. The new Solaris Power 48 Open offers a number of features that are unique in the category.
Sophisticated
The new 48 Open is a very sophisticated boat that focuses on seaworthiness, practicality and safety. The latest generation propulsion system is perfectly integrated into the shape of the hull, something that has never happened before in this segment. These features allow long cruises in adverse weather conditions with absolute safety and long range.
Designed by Norberto Ferretti
The 48 Open is capable of efficiently sailing at low speed in displacement mode and also well over 35 knots, unlike normal boats with gliding hulls. Norberto Ferretti also attached great importance to comfort and reliability on this model and designed an open walkaround concept that offers the same cabin space as an ordinary cabin cruiser. This boat is the first of a new generation of open boats and represents a big step forward compared to the current offer on the market.
Individually configurable
On the main deck, starting from the bow, there is a sunbathing area with a protected headrest. The steering position is well equipped with instruments, joystick and a complete dashboard as well as two touchscreens, which can be configured according to the needs of the owners. Two different interior options are available: Both have a full owner's cabin.
THE GREAT SEAGOING ATTITUDE OF SOLARIS POWER
- capable to cruise efficiently at low speed in displacement mode and as well over 30kts, unlike ordinary boats with planing hulls
- voyages very safely in unfavourable weather
- low fuel consumption, therefore greater range
- reduced CO2 emissions
- enhanced manoeuvrability thanks to its joysticks
- low noise level and zero vibrations
- great stability also when at anchor
COMFORT IS ONE OF THE MAIN PRIORITIES
- fold-out bulwarks that can be opened for enhanced enjoyment of the cockpit
- the interior layout is available also as a two cabins, two bathrooms and a crew cabin including head
- a wide tender garage and stowage facility
- spacious and well-ventilated engine room offering easy access to the engine itself and to the other systems
The two architects behind this free-flowing, wonderfully nimble 54-footer are Roberto Biscontini and Lorzenzo Argento, whose creation paves the way for a new generation of high-end cruisers that optimize cockpit and interior layouts without any sacrifices to performance, practicality, or comfort. The yacht carries the unmistakable DNA of the Oceanis range, a delicate balance of form and function that make her as pretty as she is capable, and as focussed as she is versatile, equally ready for a fast ocean passage or a leisurely double-handed sunset cruise. With an emphasis on build quality, high-end materials, and the innovative vision that has always been a staple of the BENETEAU brand, the Oceanis Yacht 54 truly represents the pinnacle of the modern monohull cruising design.
EXTERIOR DESIGN
With a straight stem allowing for new interior volumes in the bow area, and a maximum beam (5 m) carried further aft, the Oceanis Yacht 54 offers a state-of-the-art, perfectly balanced hull that maximizes thrills in all conditions. Movement on deck was given special attention, particularly around the cockpit, which modernizes the traditional center cockpit design into a flush layout with distinct areas dedicated to lounging and sailing. Aptly drawn coamings and high bulwarks provide increased safety while transiting to the foredeck, and access to the sea is provided by the spacious swim platform, which, when deployed, reveals the space below the cockpit to store an eight-foot inflatable tender. The Oceanis Yacht 54 is available with two different drafts: 2,50 m (standard), 1,95 m (option).
INTERIOR DESIGN
Lorenzo Argento’s objective in designing the interior was to create a warm, modern atmosphere with as much natural light and ventilation as possible. The Oceanis Yacht 54’s layouts reflect a desire to meet the needs of modern-day owners, through well-engineered, versatile cabin arrangements that provide unrivaled levels of comfort and capacious storage space. Tables and seating areas have been reimagined to offer both conviviality and practicality, and access to all major systems and components hides in plain sight. There are two versions available, a 3-cabin 2-head or a 3-cabin 3-head, and both can be built using light oak or walnut.
EVERY DETAIL OF THE OCEANIS YACHT 54 HAS BEEN METICULOUSLY EXAMINED TO BECOME ONE WITH THE CREW AND THE SEA.
She is, at a glance, unmistakably Oceanis – the mainsail arch, the modern sheerline, the elegant proportions, those distinctive coamings and portholes – and honors her pedigree by continuing to offer the features that have made the range a standard-bearer in the industry. A vast array of options, trim levels, rigging and keel setups, and mechanical components ensure there will be a tailored yacht to fit the needs of every sailor, and her stylish looks will turn heads in every harbor on every ocean.
SAFE AND EASY SAILING
The Oceanis Yacht 54 isn’t just modern on the outside; it is a yacht that is crammed with the latest and greatest sailing technologies, intuitively built into her systems, that are designed to make the cruising experience as easy and as enjoyable as possible. Ship Control, an interface that allows access to boat data and components, is installed as standard. Dock&Go, which greatly facilitates engine-powered manoeuvering in tight spaces by combining a 360 degree rotating pod with a retractable bowthruster, is available as an option. Under sail, the optional Harken AST (assisted sail trim) automatically trims the sails based on apparent wind, all controlled by a simple display in the cockpit. Shorthanding a 54-footer has never been easier.
GREAT EASE OF MOVEMENT
The flush cockpit allows for seamless movement between the companionway and the helm stations, creating an invisible partition between active and passive areas on deck. The flow to the aft swim platform and down the gangways to the foredeck is remarkably natural, and the positioning of lines, winches and controls allows for near-effortless sailing. Sightlines from the helm forward are excellent. The cockpit seats feel comfortable yet snug, though it is the foredeck sunpad that is likely to be the most popular spot on the boat.
EXCLUSIVE TRIM AND MATERIALS
A close inspection of the Oceanis Yacht 54’s engineering and build quality reveals a craft that is decidedly a cut above the rest. Every single aspect of the boat has been carefully reexamined and nothing has been taken for granted - from the high-quality door fixtures and upholstery, to the exquisite molded woods of the interior, to the aluminum sub-floor that increases rigidity yet saves weight. The owner will be able to choose between two cabin layouts (both with two wood options available) and a palette of upholstery and paneling choices, to say nothing of electronic, mechanical, and rigging selections. Whatever the choice, on such a beautifully executed boat, the owner is bound to be one with the boat, and one with the sea.
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Full details of Elan Yachts’ next-generation flagship model, the Elan GT6, have been revealed at the world’s biggest boat show, Boot Düsseldorf. The prototype GT6 is still in build at Elan’s shipyard in Slovenia, but high-resolution renders show the elegant new design – the first ever yacht designed by Studio F. A. Porsche – from every angle and reveal full details of the yacht’s interior.
Marko Škrbin, head of the Elan Yachts shipyard, hosted a launch party at the show and unveiled one of the key sources of inspiration for the Elan GT6 – an ultra-rare 1973 Porsche 911 RS from the Porsche Museum. Like the interior and exterior of the Elan GT6, this iconic classic sports car was designed and styled by Studio F. A. Porsche.
Also at the launch party, the renowned naval architect Rob Humphreys spoke about his 26-year design partnership with Elan, which spans three generations of yachts leading up to the new GT6. Working closely with Studio F. A. Porsche and Elan’s in-house team, Humphreys Yacht Design has drawn a high-performance hull and sailplan to give the GT6 a unique combination of performance, comfort and style.
On deck
Studio F. A. Porsche has produced a strikingly modern yet also classic design for the deck, cockpit and interior of the Elan GT6. A true grand tourer in all respects, this 49ft (15m) luxury cruiser is optimised for easy handling and fast, medium-range short-handed voyaging. A natural evolution from Elan’s widely acclaimed GT5, the new GT6 represents a big step up in onboard luxury while preserving the brand’s sporty DNA.
‘The fundamental idea is to create a modern and unique sailing experience that unifies nature and technology while traveling the high seas,’ says Christian Schwamkrug,
design director at Studio F. A. Porsche. ‘The yacht’s exterior focus is on combining minimalism with dynamics, while bringing water sports closer to nature. The result is a stunning cockpit composed of sculptured volumes inspired by aerodynamic elements used in sports cars. The elaborately curved surfaces allow for beautiful flares of light as well as the reflections of sky and sea.’
One notable feature, rarely seen on a yacht of this size is the deck profile: completely flush forward of the mast with a subtle, elegantly streamlined deck saloon further aft. The cockpit layout is a blend of Studio F. A. Porsche’s minimalist style and renowned ergonomics with Elan’s 70 years of craftsmanship and boatbuilding know-how.
‘The twin wheels are inspired by the shape and lightness of a Formula 1 car’s suspension,’ Schwamkrug explains. ‘The steering pillars and the floating stern of the yacht take their design approach from nature itself – resembling spread seagull wings and stingray fins. The design of the hull represents a well balanced combination of sharp and distinctive lines and soft, almost sculptured surfaces.’
Design evolution
The partnership with Porsche is an exciting new direction for Elan Yachts but the hull form of the GT6 is the latest chapter in a design evolution that spans three decades and includes game-changing boats such as the quick, stiff and seaworthy 333, now considered a modern classic and the seminal 350, one of the first production cruiser-racers with genuine planing performance, which has evolved into the current Elan E4. The GT line of crossover yachts – a concept that aims to deliver the full power of a racing yacht with all the comforts and easy handling of a cruiser, rather than the compromise of a cruiser-racer – is the fourth generation of Humphreys Elan designs.
‘Performance is about more than just speed,’ says Tom Humphreys, a highly esteemed yacht designer who worked on the GT6 with his father Rob. ’It’s also about good manners: being easy to operate for a shorthanded crew, family or couple. Our work on the GT6 has been inspired by our work on short-handed ocean racing boats and we’ve always felt that there’s a lot of synergy between the two.’
A key aspect of the Humphreys design philosophy is balancing raw power and outright speed with control, good handling characteristics and the ability to easily sustain maximum performance for the duration of a long passage in a wide range of wind and sea conditions while minimising the effort required by the yacht’s autopilot and crew.
‘Cruising efficiency is also about performance,’ Rob Humphreys says. ‘Getting from A to B, avoiding bad weather… there are lots of benefits of having a fast yacht and I can’t think of any benefits of having a slow boat. People think performance is scary but that’s not the case. We look at the aspects of performance that make life easier and better.’
Race-derived features
Elan was among the first production boatbuilders to fit twin rudders to its cruising yachts, which enabled other race-derived features to work effectively. ‘One of the key aspects is the control you get when the boat is pressed so reefing is not super critical,’ Rob Humphreys says. ‘And the twin rudders allowed other things to happen – it’s an integrated package that is optimised together. The hull form can become more powerful, creating a bigger righting lever to supplement the stability you get from the keel.’ Full, powerful aft sections give a lot more interior volume for cruising accommodation and stowage but twin rudders are essential to avoid the problem of a single rudder ventilating as the yacht heels, causing it to round up into the wind with a complete loss of control.
The next step in Elan’s hull form evolution was the use of hard-chined aft quarters. ‘It’s a function of the form stability and the section shapes that we put into the hull. ’That’s how we’ve been able to move the performance on from earlier generations of Elan yachts,’ Tom Humphreys says.
Below decks
Inside the GT6 is an unusual but practical layout with the galley at the forward end of the saloon, right on top of the keel where the yacht’s motion is most stable and U-shaped for safe use at sea. Bringing the saloon further aft maximises the useful space on board.
The owner’s suite is the forecabin with a king-size island double bed facing aft and a good view out through the large through-hull windows on both sides. There’s ample stowage in smart, unobtrusive eye-level lockers throughout the saloon, galley and forecabin. Raised hardwood fiddles that flow around the edges of the furniture tops serve as useful handholds as well as stopping loose items from sliding onto the cabin sole.
‘The whole interior bears Studio F. A. Porsche’s unique and recognisable design DNA, combining a minimalistic design approach with the idea of enhanced functionality,’ Schwamkrug explains. ‘The main features of the interior design are the flowing lines and the architectural element of a “belt”, which connects the entire interior. This forms a connection between the living area and galley as well as the balance between functionality and cosiness achieved by carefully developed colour and trim details.
‘Additionally the use of transformable furniture, such as the saloon table turning into a coffee table, allows for a perfect use of space. The colour and trim concept represents the sophisticated approach of the Studio F. A. Porsche design philosophy by using high-quality materials and subtle colours blending perfectly into the overall concept.’
Build quality
Beneath the beautiful skin of the GT6 is a strong, stiff and lightweight composite structure. Elan was an early adopter of vacuum infusion technology and continues to refine its own patented process to stay ahead of the curve. ‘Elan’s 3D VAIL system gives better quality lamination control and more reliable weights,’ Rob Humphreys says, ‘and we can design for that.’
But there’s more to Elan’s build quality than modern composite technology. Equally important is the fine craftsmanship of the interior. To maximise the impact of Studio F. A. Porsche’s design, the interior fit-out of the GT6 includes solid hardwood and thick veneers, exclusive fabrics and sophisticated systems to make life on board more luxurious.
‘Our powerful new flagship model is a game-changing gran turismo yacht that offers all the benefits of Elan build quality, technology and craftsmanship with the design flair of Studio F. A. Porsche and the performance and handling of a Humphreys hull that’s optimised for fast short-handed cruising,’ says Elan Yachts’ Marko Škrbin. ‘The GT6 is the perfect package to start your grand tour.’
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It is a 2nd time that Marina Punat won the Golden Anchor, Croatian national award for the best marina of the year in 2019. Renata B. Marević, the General Manager of Marina Punat, was happy to receive the award during the winner declaration ceremony at the Grand Hotel Park in Rovinj, on Monday, September 23.
The election of best marina of Adriatic is organized by leading daily media, Jutarnji list 3rd time in a row, in cooperation with the Ministry of Tourism and sponsored by Croatian National Tourist Board.
A nautical patrol consisting of six journalists and two researchers sailed Adriatic from Umag to Dubrovnik, visiting 34 marinas and conducting over 1000 polls among present boaters.
Marina Punat takes pride in being the winner of this award for the second time, as it confirms its leading position in quality and service, according to boaters experience and vote.
The largest marina of Northern Adriatic, Marina Punat hosts over 1300 boats on annual berths. Key reasons for the trust of boat owners are the proximity to the major boating markets of Germany, Austria and Slovenia paired with the highest standards in the boat security.
Safety of vessels is the main focus of development in Marina Punat, and it is firmly established as the leading marina when it comes to security measures management. Modern technology of boat sensors Sense4Boat is integrated with the marina management system MarinaCloud. This, combined with daily checking and video surveillance, makes for a world unique risk surveillance and security system, providing boat owners with an increased sense of safety and improving the overall safety of the marina. Marina Punat has been awarded several times for the innovations in safety measures and security systems and is successfully transferring this know-how to other marinas within the Mediterranean.
More than 1300 of boaters chose Marina Punat for their 2nd home and tend to spend here every day off, weeks, sometimes even months. Because of this, all of our services are available in full capacity throughout the year. Surely this was one of the reasons why in this same election Marina Punat was awarded the title "My favourite marina” in 2018.
A particular characteristic of Marina Punat is high loyalty of customers. Most of the resident boaters are recurring clients for a long time, mostly for its reliable quality and high environmental standards.
Marina Punat is the first bearer of the Blue Flag in Croatia and is proud to raise it 21 years in a row. It is also the first Croatian marina to own ISO 14001 certificate for environment maintenance and ISO 9001 for quality management. The international jury confirmed the overall quality and adherence to the highest standards, so Marina Punat was the first Croatian marina proud to bear Five anchors (THYA) and Five rudders (ADAC).
In 2019 Marina Punat is celebrating the 55th anniversary. Founded in 1964 it was the first marina in Croatia (then Yugoslavia) and ever since it is leading the innovations and setting standards in yachting. Awards, like this Golden Anchor, are a welcome confirmation of its success in an increasingly competitive market. They are also an encouragement to maintain sustainable development that is the foundation of a long-term success in yachting.
Photo: Tomislav Kristo / CROPIX
Via Crucis underwater museum is a private project owned by Blue Nautica company from Trogir and as such is the only "Stations of the Cross Under the Sea". The location of our underwater museum and private beach with aqua park is in the beautiful quiet bay of Jelinak in Municipality of Marina, only 2 nautical miles from Trogir.
In a wide range of our offer, with motorboat charter and diving in our diving center, Blue Nautica in Trogir operates as a renowned diving school. In order to offer our clients, charter guests, but also everyone else something new and unique, a refreshing tourist offer, a new tourist attraction, we came to the idea to create our own museum under the sea, which includes a private beach with aqua park. As a theme of the underwater museum, we chose Stations of the Cross with all the 14 Stations, because it does not exist anywhere in the world. The permanent exhibition of the museum consists of 14 stations with a total of 52 life-size statues and a large 8-meter tall statue of Jesus Christ in the form of 15th station – ‘’Resurrection of Jesus Christ’’.
All the statues are handmade, unique, made of concrete with ferrocement technique and as such are completely eco-friendly. The whole underwater story is set at a small depth of only 4 to 5 meters and the large 8-meter tall statue at a depth of 10 meters so that we can enable sightseeing to everyone - children and adults, experienced divers, complete scuba beginners, as well as to the ordinary swimmers. Behind us is a successful first year, and according to all indicators and overall reactions, we believe the future will be even more successful. Due to the overall experience provided by the site's attractions, the name "No Stress Zone" came
naturally. Anchorage is provided for boaters while scuba divers, scuba beginners, swimmers, families with children or groups of friends can board our motorboats on the Trogir waterfront.
BLUE NAUTICA
MOTORBOAT CHARTER – DIVING – UNDERWATER MUSEUM – PRIVATE BEACH & AQUAPARK – DIVE & RESCUE - DRY DOCKING
Put Cumbrijana 19, 21220 Trogir (ACI Marina Trogir), Croatia
Phone: +385 99 6600 269 | +385 91 211 4884; E-mail: info@blue-nautica.com; www.blue-nautica.com; www.viacrucis-underwatermuseum.com
«MONOCAT» DESIGNED FOR YOUNG PEOPLE!
SUN LOFT 47, cruising at reasonable price
Jeanneau steps forward as the first boat builder to develop an innovative concept that meets the demands of the sharing economy with the launch of the SUN LOFT 47. Developed to take advantage of evolving trends, the SUN LOFT 47 is designed first and foremost to be chartered by berth.
The Yacht Week, MedSailors, GAdventures and Dream Yacht Charter are already among the first to place their confidence in the brand.
It directly responds to the needs identified by our long-time charter customers, and, in particular, Dream Yacht Charter: “The Sun Loft 47 is an original, versatile sailboat designed to offer “easy and comfortable” living spaces to a young and more urban clientele who are ready to experience a vacation aboard a boat at a reasonable price,” comments Loïc Bonnet, Executive Director of Dream Yacht Charter.
The Jeanneau Marketing and Sales team developed the Sun Loft 47 with this in mind.
Designed for sharing and enjoying time with friends, the SUN LOFT 47 offers unique living spaces.
The design concept, by Jeanneau and Philippe Briand, offers multiple living spaces with an exceptional degree of comfort designed for sharing. The SUN LOFT 47 features 6 cabins able to accommodate 12 people on board (+ 1 skipper), and contains no fewer than 4 headswith shower compartments, two of which afford direct access to their respective cabins
On the exterior, this monocat features a vast and versatile cockpit layout that can be modified to suit diverse programs. The deck layout is optimised to facilitate circulation and sharing onboard and to provide well-being.
Open to the exterior, the SUN LOFT 47 offers the chance to maximise the sensations and pleasures of life at sea while she preserves privacy.
More info on Sun Loft 47
Just Perfect d.o.o., www.jeanneau-sailboats.si, tel: +386 51 604 395
New hull design - wink to Exclusive range
The 430 Grand Large presents the next generation of Dufour Grand Large hulls.
The signature of Umberto Felci, with the recent innovations inspired from the Dufour Exclusive range, is distinguished by the bulwarks integration and the magnificent hull recess. Furthermore, the important front volume and modern aft shines lines make this hull more spacious and performant.
New deck - modernity and functionality
The new deck design is a prowess of balance between stunning aesthetic, correct dimension of each area and ingeniosity to integrate new functions.
The roof proportions have evolved in comparison with Grand Large predecessors and now offer more interior space while conserving pleasant sidedeck width, as distinction value of Dufour sail yachts.
Interiors - Millesime 2019
The Dufour 430 benefits from all the Dufour Yacht know-how in terms of interior layouts and finishing. It integers a solid and functional furnitures. The cabins and heads are spacious and dressed with top quality materials. The standard configuration has been highly upgraded with USB plugs, led lights and various accessories, as well as equipments, as shown by the capacity of the water-boiler, increased from 20L to 40L.
Layouts and specifications
The Dufour 430 is proposed in 2 layout versions and 3 woods, Moabi, Oak and Teak.
Technical specifications:
- LOA: 13,24 m
- Waterline length: 11,69 m
- Hull length: 12.50 m
- Max beam: 4,30 m
- Light displacement: 9500 kg
- Draft: 2.10 m (1.75 m opt.)
- Fuel tank capacity: 200 l
- Water tank capacity: 380 l
- Engine power: 50 hp(60 hp opt.)
- Sail area: 92 m2
- Mainsail: 52 m2
- Genoa: 40 m2
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Slovenia continued to deliver on day two of the RC44 Portorož Cup. With another light forecast, crew and race committee were relieved to arrive in Marina Portorož this morning to find a solid northeasterly breeze. Anticipating that this welcome situation might not last, PRO Peter Reggio coaxed crews off the dock early and managed to get the first race underway 20 minutes ahead of schedule.
In 12 knot winds and lumpy sea, Nico Poons and Charisma claimed the first race, showing a repeat of their form from the RC44 Calero Marinas Cup which the Monaco-based Dutchman’s team had won in March.
After race one there was a short pause afterwards to allow Team Nika and Aleph Racing time to effect repairs - the French boat had holed Team Nika’s transom with her bow just prior to the start but both continued racing.
The most impressive win of the day came from Chris Bake’s Team Aqua in race two. Winning the pin, they benefitted supremely out on the left side of the course. Coming in on the port layline, Team Aqua rounded the top mark more than 50m ahead – one of the biggest leads at this stage of a race recently seen in the RC44 class. Team Aqua extended around the rest of the race course to become the first boat to claim two bullets here in Slovenia.
A giant rain cloud over the land was playing havoc with the breeze which was disappearing by the end of race two, causing the fleet to be sent ashore. However they didn’t stay there long as an easterly breeze filled in enabling a third race to held in lighter flat water conditions. In this Team CEEREF led around the top mark, but a significant right shift enabled Torbjorn Tornqvist’s Artemis Racing to reach the leeward gate ahead. With conditions turning lake-like on the second upwind, the race was shortened at the top mark by which time Team CEEREF had regained the lead.
At this half way stage of the RC44 Portorož Cup the local favourites hold a three point lead overall.
Winpress, Jakica Jesih
