STunnIng FerreTTI 650 DeBuTS In CanneS

Ferretti Yachts presented the new Ferretti Yachts 650, the first in a series of models that are bound to extensively renovate the brand in the range below 70 feet in length.

oFFICIALLY presented. The first hull had already been sold to a Chinese customer, a fact that demonstrates the international success the brand is meeting with, especially in the leading market of the Asia-Pacific region. The second hull has also been sold, to a Middle east owner, while the third 65-footer (the first in the version with hard top on the flybridge) will reach the United States in 2015.

“In Cannes we are presenting a yacht we strongly believe in,” explains Jeremy Tutt, from ART Marine, Ferretti Group’s distributor in Bahrain. “The initial feedback we received from the market is the best confirmation we could get. The Ferretti Yachts 650 is a contemporary yacht which skillfully combines the timeless charm of all Ferretti Yachts crafts with excellent performance in terms of both speed and range, as well as outstanding technical solutions and the highest possible safety standards. The user-friendliness of all onboard equipment goes hand in hand with impressive comfort and liveability solutions, capable of meeting the needs of the most demanding owners all over the world.”

The Ferretti 650 immediately strikes the eye for its truly distinctive profile. Its outer silhouette is characterised by an aerodynamic flybridge and new fibre glass decorative elements that “cut” through the profile of the glazing in the superstructure. An unprecedented decoration connects the windows of the three cabins below deck (the master stateroom, the guest cabin, and the VIP cabin), which are extremely large so as to let through plenty of natural light into all guest areas.

The slender lines of the Ferretti Yachts 650which is 19.67 metres (64.6 feet) long and has a beam of 5.25 metres (17.3 feet) - are further enhanced by the yacht’s aft area, specifically designed to ensure easy and safe tender handling and increase the guests’ onboard comfort.

Main Deck

Access to the cockpit is gained from the swimming platform, both to port and starboard, thanks to two flights of steps built in the hull; a concealed electro-hydraulic gangway can also be installed to starboard upon request. In the middle of the cockpit is a large fixed wooden table, completed by an aft sofa and four movable chairs.

A glazed door leads to a large open space characterised by stylish furniture and furnishings as well as a functional layout. Stepping in, the galley, located on the starboard side, has been positioned so as to maximise the ‘interaction’ between the interiors and the main deck. It is open on all sides and is ‘enclosed’ by two convenient peninsular units, a solution that allows one to fully exploit this section even as a large bar area that also opens onto the dining and living areas.

Walking towards the bow, the dining area is located to starboard and is furnished with a large C-shaped sofa and an extendable glass table seating up to six people. on the opposite side is a second sofa, behind which the TV has been installed, which can also be concealed upon request.

Flybridge

The sporty design of the flybridge draws inspiration from that of the most recent models in the Ferretti Yachts range. A new aerodynamic support bracket for the radar and satellite systems has been installed aft. The alternative version can be fitted with a very aerodynamic, thin, bronze-shade hard top which shelters the sundeck in its entirety, including the large sunbathing area. In the central part, starboard, is the second pilot station, with the co-pilot sofa on the left. Behind it, the bar area has been arranged, featuring a grill and a sink; aft, the C-shaped sofa and the large table can seat up to eight people. Another spacious sunbathing area can be found at the extreme bow, on the wheelhouse.

E Ngines

The Ferretti Yachts 650 is equipped with Caterpillar engines, more specifically with a pair of CAT C18, a type of highly reliable engines ensuring very consistent performances, which in the standard engine configuration - a pair of 1015 mhp C18 engines – allow the yacht to reach a cruising speed of 27 knots and a maximum speed of 30.5 knots. The optional engines (1150 mhp), in turn, can push the yacht to a cruising speed of 30 knots and a top speed of 33 knots.

Building on the astounding success of the 68’ Ego, the Riva 68’ Ego Super takes the stunning craft to new levels of luxury and comfort.

PReSeNTING herself as the ultimate blend of design, comfort, performance and reliability, the 68’ ego Super is the luxurious evolution of the Riva world.

The pure lines which led 68’ ego to win three of the most prestigious awards in the nautical world (european Powerboat of the Year, the Millennium Yacht Design Award and Croatian Powerboat of the Year) have not been altered in the Super version.

However, new solutions have been chosen for the interior and exterior layouts, making the yacht even more luxurious. An accurate, in-depth study of every detail and solution has accompanied the harmony of shape and elegance of volume of the 68’ ego Super. The astonishing results are fully in keeping with the Riva tradition – elegant and innovative.

In the cockpit, the reclining sofa enables those on board to be seated in two positions, facing either the stern or the salon, and the layout is considerably different to that of the previous model in this area.

In the bow, a teak table and another large sofa can accommodate up to six people, creating an open-air salon. This new relaxation area can also be protected against the sun’s rays by means of an innovative, electric awning.

The attention paid to technology, a feature which has accompanied Riva yachts from the shipyard’s very origins, can also be found in the on-board systems. The 68’ ego Super is equipped with the PLC technology-based Gi8, which is applied to the entire set of on-board systems, and it controls, manages and monitors all the services. This system is particularly suitable for sporty models like the 68’ ego Super.

The interiors have been completely reexamined, according to owners’ experiences and requirements. The cabins on the lower deck have been enlarged and the deck flooring raised, guaranteeing higher ceilings for the rooms which ensures greater liveability. The primary new feature is that the main salon has been transferred to the upper deck. Closure of the cockpit by means of a crystal door ensures total privacy for owners and their guests in the living area, where there is also office space.

The large side windows and one sunroof that can be opened in the bow guarantee maximum natural lighting both in the upper and lower salons, also thanks to the large, rectangular glass set to the left hand side of the dashboard, directly above the steps.

The lower deck is accessed by means of a central ladder, leading to an open space area comprising a salon and the well-equipped galley. The large windows and light colours of the durmast and the ivory-coloured upholstery means the cabins are particularly well lit. The lacquering, which takes up the Desert Sand colour of the deck, and the Dark Brown coloured leather inserts create a pleasant colour scheme which gives the environment movement and softness.

The full beam master cabin is set astern, and the VIP cabin to bow. Both have ensuite bathrooms and were built following ergonomic studies to optimise the space available to the utmost. The twin-bedded guest cabin allows direct access to the day bathroom and is located in the middle of the yacht, starboard. Lastly, there is a totally independent crew cabin set astern, providing direct access from the cockpit, and equipped with a private bathroom.

The racy, harmonious profile of the 68’ ego Super brings together the features of the unmistakeable Riva style, its elegance, uniqueness, total absence of ostentation, eccentricity and show off design solutions.