Production of the model has begun at the boatbuilder’s Jeanerette, La., production facility, with 15 vessels currently on order for overseas military and law enforcement interests. Metal Shark developed the 52 Fearless in response to growing demand among military operators for larger and faster interdiction craft with greater range and better seakeeping. “Customers...
Since the first Chesapeake-class pilot boat was built by Gladding-Hearn in 2003, 22 boats have been delivered to 11 pilot associations throughout the U.S. The Virginia pilots’ MK II launch incorporates the performance benefits of Volvo Penta’s IPS 3-pod system and Humphree interceptors. “The combination of the Volvo Penta IPS system and the Humphree interceptors produ...
The state-of-the-art 581′ tank barge is among the largest in the history of Greenbrier Marine, with origins on the Willamette River in Portland dating to 1919. The OSG 204 has been paired with an existing tug within the OSG fleet, the OSG Endurance and will travel to the Gulf of Mexico, where it will contribute to OSG’s growing presence in the Jones Act trade. The ATB...
The 804-megawatt Vineyard Wind project in southern New England waters, leading the pack of more than a dozen proposed wind energy arrays off the East Coast, remains stalled as the federal Bureau of Ocean Energy Management reassesses the cumulative environmental impacts. The agency’s final impact statement is scheduled for December 2020. In the meantime, Atlantic Wind ...
C&C Marine took possession of the building from Versabar following the expiration of a lease back provision in the 2018 purchase agreement between the two parties. The shipyard will utilize the new building for new construction projects. “We will make some minor modifications to the building, but otherwise we should be able to start vessel fabricating by June 2020,” T...
When Movia issued the public tender for waterborne public transport in Copenhagen, its aim was to upgrade the service, making it cleaner and more sustainable. In this the agency was aligned with both Arriva, which embraces innovation in order to reduce environmental impact, and Damen, whose aim it is to become the world’s most sustainable shipbuilder. The ferries m...
Stena Line has also confirmed the third E-Flexer vessel destined for the Irish Sea, Stena Embla, is expected to be delivered on time and will start operating on the Belfast-Liverpool route in January 2021. Stena Line is well underway in modernising its large European fleet of ferries and has not let the ongoing pandemic affect these ambitious plans. So far this year c...
These ships are The Netherlands’s first (single fuel) LNG ferries and the first vessels in the world with single-fuel, direct-drive LNG engines propelling fixed rudder propellers. The ships will be deployed on the ferry connection to the Dutch isles Vlieland and Terschelling. The introduction of this new LNG-ferry concept, combined with heat recovery, more efficient h...
Led by marine research organisation, ProMare, the project is developing autonomous systems that can later be deployed commercially, offering a window into the future of shipping and marine research. Wärtsilä has joined a global consortium of technology partners that includes IBM. IBM is providing the AI, cloud and edge computing, and power systems behind the Mayflower...
If you’ve ever wondered how big the challenge of moving to a low-carbon economy is going to be, consider this sobering statistic: in 2017 we burnt an astonishing 955 billion gallons of oil globally. The number alone is hard to visualise (955,000,000,000), let alone the fuel itself. It’s simply not possible to replace that quantity of fuel with electric power alone in ...
The main role of the EPA is to protect human health and to safeguard the natural environment. Emissions regulations are constantly evolving so it was imperative that Cox designed a clean-burning engine to ensure its ability to meet current and evolving emission standards for the CXO300 to receive approval from the agency. “We developed a diesel engine with a much lowe...
In late April, Fincantieri Marinette Marine was awarded the frigate contract worth $5.5 billion, if all options are exercised by the Navy. The initial contract of $795 million is for the detailed design and construction of the first guided-missile frigate, with options for nine additional ships. President Trump toured the shipyard where littoral combat ships are curre...
What makes a cruising yacht truly great? If years in production are anything to go by, even with a brief hiatus, then the Contessa 32 is right up there with the best of the last 50 years. The Folkboat, the H-Boat and Rustler 36 rank alongside her as boats that are still being built after several decades. But why keep producing such an old design? I went along to...
“The Melges 15 appeals to a wide range of skill levels and sailors while serving a variety of purposes,” introduced Harry Melges, CEO of Melges. “The Melges 15 creates a clear pathway for junior sailors to get started and stay excited about sailing while also being comfortable and accessible enough for adults to learn, race, or cross-train.” With the main design goals...
It comes after the yard said the yacht was "rapidly" approaching completion in October last year. The yacht has now been delivered to its Turkish owner. The yard revealed the first images of the completed bespoke interior penned by Turkish designer Tanju Özelgin. Speaking about the design, Özelgin said he "aimed to create an on board ambiance more in tune with land...
The easing of lockdown boating restrictions has seen green shoots emerge in the boat sales market, with many Brits hoping to enjoy some socially distanced fun on the water. To encourage this trend, Trafalgar Drystack has launched a new free boat storage offer that may persuade more people take the leap into boat ownership. Anyone buying a 6-9m boat anywhere in th...
The all-new Limited Editions superyacht will also feature exterior lines from designer Espen Øino, which Winch Design have focused on complementing inside. As seen in the latest interior renders, geometric shapes have been drawn and combined with organic forms and materials such as Jerusalem limestone, light bleached matte oak, light-tone walnut and bronze. With the o...
Built by Cantieri Navali Nicolini in 1987, the vessel's exteriors are designed in-house, with her interiors coming from the drawing boards of Italian designer Claudio Zampetti. Maintained in turnkey condition since delivery, she has undergone two refits in her lifetime, the most recent one taking place in Spain in 2017. As standout features, yacht Yaakun for sale offe...
2020 is already proving to be a busy year for Heysea so far, with the shipyard launching its first Asteria 126 yacht in March and the Heysea Atlantic 115 Dopamine back in January. As the 10th hull of the Asteria 108 model - the first model of the Asteria series to be released by the shipyard - the all-GRP 186 GT yacht has been designed inside and out by her builder. O...
Built for a repeat Horizon owner, the FD87 skylounge vessel has been extended in order to accommodate the owner's layout requests and now measures 28.08 metres. With tank testing now complete, the vessel is set to depart the shipyard in June and arrive in the USA in July. With in-house interior design, her exteriors come from the drawing boards of Dutch studio Cor D. ...
It takes 15 years to have an overnight success. On 16.7. 2005. we had celebration of launching of first Croatian semisubmarine at Marina Kornati in Biograd na moru. At that time nobody could have guessed that we will build a global brand. 5 years and couple of months later I founded a company Agena Marin. Now we have more than 50 units delivered to some of the most b...
With her interiors designed in-house, her exteriors come from the drawing boards of Massachusetts-based studio C. Raymond Hunt Associates. Yacht Fortuna for sale sports a classic blue and white exterior while her interiors feature beautifully decorated wood inspired by a classic Herreshoff style. Along with being designed for long-range capabilities, her houseboat-lik...
Sporting a similar exterior style to the Horizon E-Series yachts at the owner's request, the motor yacht has been customised to suit her owner's desires, who has previously owned a Horizon CC80, E84 and an E88. The adventurous 29.87-metre vessel has been designed with long-range cruising in mind and will house both a helicopter and a submarine on board, with delivery for...
The guided tour gives viewers an insight into the layout of this superyacht and the level of finish and quality achieved by the Dutch yard’s in-house team of craftsmen and women. Built completely on spec to Heesen’s customary exacting standards, project Triton represents a golden opportunity for an owner looking for a brand new yacht. The 50-metre platform that she is...
The market for electric propulsion vessels operating in sensitive environments, inland navigation and marine protected areas is booming. This represents not only a reduction in the ecological footprint of maritime and fluvial transport, but also a change in technology. These state-of-the-art vessels, which integrate increasing amounts of equipment to ensure safety and co...
At 34.16 metres, the SX112 will be the flagship yacht of Sanlorenzo’s SX crossover line, first launched in 2017 with the SX88 model. The SX112 crossover yacht is one of three Sanlorenzo yachts ready to hit the water this summer, with the 44Alloy and the 62Steel superyachts also approaching completion. Bernardo Zuccon from Zuccon International Project was entrusted wit...
With an LOA of 49.42 metres and a volume of less than 500 GT, she has the look of a sport yacht combined with the features of an explorer. With her design aiming to provide the easy circulation of crew while ensuring the utmost privacy for guests, the Kentaurus concept marries a fast, modern and timeless character with lower fuel consumption. This is achieved by optim...
Featuring exteriors from the drawing boards of Italian design studio Stefano Righini Design and interiors by Hampshire based studio RWD design, she was built by Italian shipyard Benetti in 2015. Yacht H, for sale and a prime example of the Benetti Fast 140 model, has various distinctive features including a versatile cabin layout, a custom staircase, a spacious gym, ...
Designed by long-time collaborator, Cor D Rover, the latest concept is a tri-deck design with a LOA of 38.1 metres and offers two versions: one with a beach club/garage and other with a beach-style open aft deck with a pool. Similar to the other models of the FD series, the FD125 concept is designed to feature large windows on the main deck and sky lounge allowing in ...
Formerly known as Project Vector 50, the tri-deck motor yacht EIV is a fusion between Rossinavi’s build expertise, Arrabito Naval Architects’ naval architecture and Team 4 Design’s interior and exterior designs. Showcasing dynamic exterior lines and an ergonomic design approach, the fast-displacement EIV features the latest technological advancements in the form of a ...
Originally built by Palmer Johnson Savannah in 2005, Ionian Princess headed to Fort Lauderdale on April 18, due for her 10 year ABS survey in the first two weeks of May with other works planned for various elements of her design afterwards at Roscioli Shipyard. The refit plans for motor yacht Ionian Princess entail the marble replacement on her exteriors, all new soft...
Built by Italian shipyard Perini Navi in 2004, the sailing yacht for sale features naval architecture by Vancouver based designer Ron Holland and in-house exteriors and interiors. Maintained in immaculate condition throughout her lifetime, yacht Zenji for sale underwent a refit in June 2016 at Rybovich Shipyards, Florida. She completed her 15-year ABS special survey i...
Built by Lürssen in 1993, she features an exterior designed in a collaboration between British designer Tony Castro and Vancouver based studio Ron Holland Design, while her interiors come from the drawing boards of Hampshire-based studio Ken Freivokh Design. Having been continually updated by her current owner, Marlin Del Rey V has been maintained in immaculate condit...
The semi-custom bluewater performance SW120GT yacht has evolved from the fourth SW105 currently under construction and continues the successful collaboration of Southern Wind, Farr Yacht Design and Nauta Yachts. The structural engineering of the new concept was devised by Gurit UK Ltd. Now with three deck configurations on offer - Raised Saloon, Deck Saloon and Gran T...
Built and designed in the Netherlands by shipyard Moonen in 2013, she features an interior, exterior design and naval architecture from Vripack. With her refit completed this January at the Cantiere Rossini shipyard in Italy, yacht Mrs B for sale has been maintained in turnkey condition throughout her lifetime. Onboard highlights of this motor yacht for sale includ...
Having been set loose by Lürssen in 2002 after a two-year build, Skat has cruised around the world showing off her unique military-inspired exterior design by Espen Øino. The combination of reflective construction materials such as steel, aluminium and glass help create her distinctive grey colour and angular windows that famously jut out from her superstructure. As p...
