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Editor’s note

Kicking off 2017!

In this issue of SuperYacht Industry, the first of 2017 with myself as Editor, we have no fewer than two boat shows to preview. On page 8 we look at the fifth Palma Superyacht Show, which takes place on 28 April to 2 May and incorporates a new Refit & Repair area befitting of the booming Balearics yachting market, and on page 34 the MYBA Charter Show, now in its 29th Edition. Taking place on 24 to 27 April it will for the first time be hosted in the sunny climes and cultural hub of Barcelona, taking up residence at OneOcean Port Vell for the next three consecutive years.

Our Focus on Italy on page 12 takes an in-depth look at three booming shipyards, all boasting the ‘Made in Italy’ stamp of approval. The luxury motoryacht manufacturer Azimut Benetti Group is again at the top of the Global Order Book 2017 with its total number of yachts on order, under construction or on hold at a staggering 760. Columbus and ISA Yachts, both of which fall under the ever-expanding Palumbo Group umbrella, are successfully leveraging the solid 50-year shipbuilding heritage of their parent company, and proving to be a force to be reckoned with.

We revisit Palumbo, a titan of the refit sector, in our Refit & Repair section on page 24, this time featured alongside fellow refit yards Royal Huisman (with its newly secured exclusive and exceptional deep water facilities at Emden Dockyard) and MB92 (which celebrates its 25th anniversary), as well as coatings specialist AkzoNobel.

On page 47 we find out more about the multifunctional, touchscreen capabilities of the Kara navigation system, while on page 44 we learn how unified control centres are bridging the gap between client demands and integrated software requirements.

And finally, in our Brokerage & Charter section, Fraser Yachts celebrates 70 years retaining pole position in sales and charter on page 50, and we feature yacht reports on two very special boats: the completely transformed 77.4m explorer yacht Legend on page 38; and the recently launched 85m Tripp Design luxury sailing yacht Aquijo on page 18.

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Happy reading, and I look forward to hearing more from you in the coming months.

Julia ZaltZman

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Shaping up for Growth in Palma – The Fifth Palma Superyacht Show

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Barcelona Bound – MYBA Charter Show

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Giant of the Seas – PalumboSY In Control Of The Med

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Flying High in Deep Water – Huisfit Secures New Deep Water Facilities

25 Years at the Top – MB92 Leading Refit & Repair

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Icing on the Cake – World-Class Coatings With AkzoNobel

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Ahead of the Game – Azimut Benetti Remains World’s Largest Manufacturer

14 The Need for Speed – ISA Yachts’ New Lease Of Life 16 Couture Casting – Columbus Yachts Comes Into Its Own YaCht rePort

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Ground-breaking Luxury Sail Yacht – Aquijo

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Exploring Without Limits – Legend

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Integrated Bridge Systems – A Breakthrough For 2017

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Revolutionary Onboard Connectivity – Kara

Fraser Yachts Celebrates 70 Years – A Passion For Yachting

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Word on the Sea

On the Cover Oceanco and Vitters Shipyard have recently launched the 85m Tripp Design Luxury Sailing yacht Aquijo. This project is the outcome of a collaboration between Vitters Shipyard and Oceanco, with both partners combining their respective expertise.

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news in brief DAMEN Launches New Yacht Support Game Changer Dutch shipbuilder DAMEN has announced the launch of its 70m yacht support vessel, Game Changer. Available in time for the 2017 summer season and equipped with a helicopter hangar, Game Changer is targeted at those who want to have more fun off the beaten track, but with a significantly lower total cost of ownership.

“Our clients want to go to exciting new destinations with less established superyacht infrastructure and they want to have more fun with larger tenders, larger helicopters and submersibles,” comments DAMEN Product Director Mark Vermeulen. “Game Changer is the massive leap forward in capability that they need, but at a much lower cost than a larger yacht.”

Rossinavi Launches Endeavour II

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Viareggio-based shipyard, Rossinavi held the launch ceremony for its latest motor yacht, 49.9m Endeavour II in February this year.

Speaking in front of an audience of 300, Claudio Rossi, CEO, gave thanks to the owner and their family, before Gabriele Zucconi, the propulsion system Project Manager on Endeavour II, added “Nomen Omen, the name is a presage,” which gave reference to historical research ship HM Bark Endeavour, and the essence behind Endeavour II: long cruising.

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news in brief Baltic Yachts Announces New Baltic Motor Yacht Range Baltic Yachts, one of the world’s leading constructors of highly individual, composite built performance yachts up to 60m – and recent winner in the ShowBoats Design Awards 2017 for Most Innovative Sailing Yacht with the Baltic 130 My Song – has announced its first range of motor yachts under its newly formed division, Baltic Motor Yachts.

Baltic Motor Yachts marks the shipyard’s first foray into the luxury motor yachting sector, now celebrated with the introduction of two new ranges: The Motor Yacht range with the 27m Baltic MY88, 34m Baltic MY112 and 41m Baltic MY135; and the Day Boat range with the 15m Baltic MY49 and 17m Baltic MY56.

Cristiano Gatto Unveiled As Interior Stylist on Project Nova Heesen Yachts has revealed Italian designer Cristiano Gatto as the owner-appointed interior stylist of 50m motor yacht Project Nova (YN 17850). Sold in June 2016, Project Nova is the world’s first Fast Displacement with hybrid propulsion, and is scheduled to be launched on 14 April 2017, at the Heesen shipyard in Oss. “The owner asked us to modify colour scheme, design details and overall decoration to give the interior a contemporary, almost minimalist design,” comments Cristiano Gatto, who worked closely with the owner and his team to personalise the interior after stepping in when the outfitting works were at an advanced stage.

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news in brief Oceanco Launches Largest Yacht Ever Built in The Netherlands Dutch-based shipyard, Oceanco, launched project Jubilee in February – the largest yacht ever to be built in the Netherlands.

Measuring an impressive 110m in length, Jubilee boasts striking exterior styling by Lobanov Design, grand interior by Sorgiovanni Designs and owner’s representation by Burgess.

With a generous 16.4m beam, six decks and just over 4,500gt, her sleek and elongated profile flows elegantly from bow to stern.

A visual and technological tour de force, Jubilee will be undergoing sea trials in the North Sea and is scheduled to cruise the Mediterranean during the summer season.

Expanded range of BMA pumps unveiled to marine industry Marine air conditioning specialist, Gianneschi Pumps and Blowers, has expanded its BMA series of selfpriming pumps. Offering a large range of applications for different uses, the series comprises: BMA-S, which provides a large flow of water using limited power, and is suitable for bilge, fire-fighting, ballast, fresh water washing and circulation applications; BMA-M, which is best suited as a macerator pump, and optimal for use with discharge water containing fibrous material; and BMA-G, a centrifugal self-priming pump with an integrated anti-clogging system designed for discharge water handling.

Designed and manufactured in Italy the company’s range of pumps, water pressure systems, blowers, water heaters, engine pumps, compressors and AC-DC motors are found on yachts from 20m to 120m.

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Gulf Craft Partners with Drettmann

Italian leader in the field of system integration, Videoworks, has set up its Dutch company, Videoworks Europe of Noord-Holland, a region renowned for its shipbuilding industry.

Located in Aalsmeer, a few miles away from Amsterdam, the aim of the Dutch HQ is to better serve the North European yachting market. Already in receipt of international orders, including a 70m order from a large Dutch shipyard, Videoworks BV confirms it intends to expand abroad and to grow in new markets.

Exhaust After Treatment Solutions for Superyachts

Gulf Craft has appointed Drettmann Yachts as the official sales partner for the award-winning UAE yacht builder across Europe, Russia and Ukraine. This new partnership, witnessed at boot Düsseldorf 2017, represents an exciting step change for the Bremen-based family business, with Drettmann continuing to focus on expansion. “We want to bring our experience gained over several years into the sector, and we enthusiastically look to Gulf Craft because we are impressed by its quality of craftsmanship, as well as the shipyard’s capacity to redefine yachting and elevate the standards of onboard luxury,” said Albert Drettmann, CEO of Drettmann International.

Newest Christensen Launch Moves to Finish Bay Christensen Shipyards’ 50m full-volume yacht has moved to one of the yard’s finish bays following the joining of Hull 38’s keel and cabin in February this year. Hull 38’s high-gloss black walnut interior is said to be nearing completion, and her interior bulkheads and walls are complete, as are a majority of the yacht’s plumbing runs.

The Vancouver, Washington yard’s staging room is full of finished woodwork ready to be installed once the plumbing and wiring is complete, and Christensen anticipates Hull 38 will be ready for launch by summer of 2018.

NPS Diesel and Solfic Energy & Emission announced a joint venture in February to develop exhaust after treatment systems specifically for the superyacht industry, named XEAMOS. Based in the Netherlands and serving superyacht shipyards and owners, as well as leading yards in the commercial sector, XEAMOS combines the expertise of Solfic, which specialises in exhaust after treatment systems for specific marine and industrial applications, and NPS Diesel, which has established an almost worldwide sales and service network for superyacht generators.

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Shaping up for Growth in Palma The fifTh Palma SuPeryachT Show exTendS in 2017 To accommodate a brand new refit & repair area befitting of the booming Balearics yachting market.

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Since its debut in 2013, it’s not only become a firm fixture on the yachting calendar but also a show that has managed to maintain its unique identity. This year’s fifth edition promises to strengthen the show’s success even further by being the biggest to date in terms of participating yachts and number of exhibitors. held from 28 april to 2 may in 2017, it will run concurrently with the Boat Show Palma. while last year’s event saw a significant increase in the quality of participating yachts and exhibitors,

this year’s show will be extended with a brand new refit & repair area. This new B2B section will see a heavy focus on industry professionals and will consist of 21 fully-equipped 3 x 3mstands.

Hub of Growth Palma de mallorca boasts a booming big-boat maintenance business and has become the mediterranean’s most popular spot for yacht servicing and maintenance, exemplified by the increase in new companies, employees and space occupied by yachts under repair over the past few years. unsurprisingly, most of the available refit & repair stands were quickly taken by key players in the large superyacht sector,

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such as local industry titans STP and astilleros de mallorca. This exciting new sector of the show will be complemented by the ‘captain’s corner’, a designated area that will consist of a bar run by fosh food, as well as a large tent where cuttingedge presentations, product launches, talks and seminars will take place.

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andrew clemence, Global yachting Group’s chief commercial officer, comments: “[we are] pleased to be supporting the Palma Superyacht Show, and welcome the creation of the specialist refit & repair area. we see it as a great opportunity to connect both with our existing customers and potential new clients.”

on why horizon marine electronics have decided to ‘relocate’ to the new refit & repair area, Steve worrall, operations manager, explains: “we are hoping that it attracts more industry-specific visitors to our stands and less curious foot traffic. representatives from some of our partners and suppliers are travelling from

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the UK, Germany and New Zealand, and if the Refit & Repair area works well, we will all benefit as a result of having a more concentrated quality audience.”

Change Afoot Local and international visitors can look forward to an irresistibly varied line-up of more than 70 distinctive superyachts this year. The aweinspiring and varied selection of yachts over 24m will all be immediately available for charter and/or sale – just in time for the Mediterranean summer season, which commences right after the show.

A game changing aspect of the Palma show is the 50/50 ratio of power to sail, which means it is one of the largest sailing superyacht shows in the world. Two such remarkable sailing superyachts set to be present are Nautor’s Swan’s 112 Song of the Sea, and the recently built Oyster 82 Reina. The 34.14m Song of the Sea was last refitted in 2015 and is often referred to as the most beautiful Swan. Aside from turning heads in port and on the water, she’s also capable of world-wide cruising in any weather.

Another shining example of a sail yacht at home in the high seas is the 25.15m Oyster Reina. Her twin rudders and hydraulic systems make her a dream to sail. Moreover, this easy-to-handle, yet powerful sailing superyacht, is also quick to take her performance to another level; her sister ship

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took first in class during the 2015 Superyacht Cup in Palma.

A completely different beast is the 33.48m Mangusta 108 Kimochiii. This mighty motor yacht was built in 2013 with a modern contemporary interior and is in as new condition. Apart from being blessed with muscular lines, she is also powered to reach maximum speeds of over 30 knots. Kimochiii is now for sale well below replacement cost.

Back-to-Back Charter Season A second remarkable new development is the increase of charter yachts starring in this 2017 edition of the show. This substantial boost has been a direct result of the relative ease with which yachts can now obtain a Spanish charter licence. There is currently a much larger number of top quality superyachts available in the Balearics, many reporting busy seasons with back-to-back charters. As a result, the show’s organisers are actively reaching out to a new audience; a market made up of quality visitors who are not only new to yachting, but the beauty of cruising the turquoise waters of Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza under the expert guidance of professional crew.

Perfect Platform Organised by the industry, for the industry, the Mediterranean’s most friendly superyacht show provides the perfect platform for yachting’s

leading charter, sales, service and equipment companies to showcase all they have, while additionally benefitting from an abundance of lively networking opportunities.

Event coordinator Jane Thompson states that 98% of shore-side exhibitor stand space was snapped up by the most prominent movers and shakers in the large superyacht sector. In fact, there have been more requests from companies who want to participate than there is space available. Moreover, no less than 85% of exhibitors (60 in total) are returning participants, although the show is equally excited to welcome first-time exhibitor Vitters, the award-winning Dutch high-end performance yacht builder.

Arne Ploch, president of joint organisers the Balearic Yacht Brokers Association, and yacht broker at Camper & Nicholsons Palma, sums up the upcoming 2017 edition: “This year we will see an increase of international exhibitors who have realised the Palma Superyacht Show is here to stay and is an important event on the yachting calendar. Our concept of an industryorganised yacht show works well and we are pushing hard to attract new blood into yachting by offering a great platform demonstrating what yachting is all about. With the Refit & Repair area we enlarge the exhibition and provide an area directly aimed to attract Captains and Project Managers involved.”

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the Game The AzimuT BeneTTi Group reTAins iTs posiTion As The worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lArGesT and leading manufacturer of high-end yachts, according to the Global order Book 2017.

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eading luxury motor yacht manufacturer Azimut Benetti Group is once again at the top of the Global order Book 2017, showBoats international’s yearly ranking of the world’s top 20 most important boat builders across the globe.

Group has reported a record-breaking 2,594m of yachts measuring over 24m under construction at its six production plants, confirming its leadership within the world of megayacht construction.

The Global order Book confirms its authoritative standing, providing an accurate annual performance report and publishing information on actual orders for yachts measuring 80ft in length and over.

Variety is Key

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The 2017 report shows the total number of yachts on order, under construction or on hold as 760. The average size is identical to last year – 40.84m – and the leading yachtbuilding country and yard remain italy and the Azimut Benetti Group in terms of number of projects and the total length that they represent.

with no less than 65 projects in progress, the italian shipyard also boasts the world’s most comprehensive range of models, with vessels measuring over 100m now under construction at the Benetti shipyard in livorno.

Strength in Numbers The strength of the Azimut Benetti Group, which closed fiscal 2015-2016 reporting value of production of eur 700 million, lies in its ongoing investments in product development combined with the role it plays as a standard-bearer for italian quality and yacht building excellence worldwide. operating out of 68 countries, with a network of 138 sales and customer service offices, the

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its key to success is said to lie in its constant development and improvement of its products and production processes, not to mention its clear focus on innovation and technology.

Company DNA Along with industrially and financially viable shipyards, the Azimut Benetti Group has consistently made the brand synonymous with delivering first-rate projects; a move that has gone a long way to establishing its success, and is now recognised as being a feature of the company’s dnA.

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The Need for Speed

With an emphasis on speed and a neW sleek profile, the neW 141 super sportivo is evidence that isa Yachts, once again, has its foot on the throttle.

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n just fourteen years, isa Yachts has delivered 32 luxury megayachts since it was founded in 2001, including the sublimely silent 66m motor yacht okto, and the bright and chic 54.6m motor yacht forever one. at its 50,000m2 of yard space, the ancona shipyard, which was acquired by palumbo Group in July 2016, has been concentrating its efforts on the new series isa super sportivo project, and has just released new details on the second model within the series – the 141 – which was unveiled at monaco Yacht show 2016.

well as the strong influence of the ‘made in italy’ brand, and both are clear to see within the 141. the dimensions of the forward beach area, fully coverable with sun shades, allows the crew to serve dinner or breakfast, as well as guests to enter this space, without passing through the saloon. the owner’s cabin, available in different customisable designs, hosts a private opening platform, creating a private direct access to the sea with a unique panorama at night thanks to its additional sliding full height crystal doors.

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the two models within the range – the 121 and 141 – designed by marco Casali, are yachts built in composite materials designed as a natural evolution of the successful isa sport series. emphasising its sporty nature, and merging its unmistakable lines with the stylistic super sport trends of innovation with automotive styling, isa Yachts has managed to maintain the characteristics of liveability from the original model.

With a greater mass than its smaller sister, the 141 has its focus on a wider fully equipped flying bridge with a t-top based on the isa heritage design. the cockpit follows the split-level design creating different levels of functions for living at sea, with a baroque italian architecture accent on the unique stairway, which connects the lower deck directly with the forward beach area.

the three sun-pad areas, bathing pool, sofas and dining table are all fully served by several storage areas, plus an american bar directly connected to the cockpit, and the stairs are situated below the glass-bottomed bow pool, creating a spectacular illumination for the lower deck. the lower deck can host three, four or five cabins, while the crew area, directly accessible from the external passages, has four cabins, and the garage hosts a 5m tender, plus one jet ski on each side. the new isa 141 super sportivo design reaches the peak of expression with fast, sleek lines, combined with classic and timeless styling, all integrated with the isa Yachts’ custom heritage.

A distinguishing feature of an ISA-built mega yacht is the amount of customisation.

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Signature Style a distinguishing feature of an isa-built mega yachts has always been the amount of customisation found on board, as

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Columbus Yachts is part of Palumbo Group.

Couture Casting When extreme technological advances, supported by a solid 50-year shipbuilding heritage, combines with classic italian style, the outcome is columbus yachts.

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olumbus yachts draws its strength from its parent company palumbo group. a major maritime maintenance and refitting centre with an ever-expanding infrastructure within the mediterranean, palumbo is a force to be reckoned with, but like a rising star coming up through the ranks, columbus yachts is getting noticed on its own merit. producing its own range of award-winning superyachts â&#x20AC;&#x201C; including full custom â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it marries the best technical expertise with italian finesse. its collaborations with top international designers have spawned a collection of innovative yacht designs that are celebrated for being forward-thinking, while its efficient project management is underpinned by a strong inhouse engineering team.

Innovation in Style available in both steel and aluminium, its four distinct collections include sport hybrid (40/45/50m), classic oceanic (55/60/70/80m), explorer (55/60/70/80m) and custom. the forward-thinking columbus sport hybrid collection is powered with the renowned hybrid propulsion system, which was the first system in

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The 52m Columbus Tomahawk in its 499GT version.

Sporting Prowess From its production facility in naples, the headquarters of palumbo group, columbus yachts has, to date, launched four yachts on the water. these include its most recent releases in 2015, the 57m classic taiba, and the 40m sport hybrid divine, the latter being awarded with a special commendation for her naval architecture at the 2016 showboats design awards and announced as the winner at the World superyacht awards 2016 within the semi-displacement & three deck motor yacht 30 - 40.9m category. in fact, in 2013, the columbus 40m sport hybrid eleonora iii won no less than three showboats design awards, proving that winning design is already part of the shipbuilderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dna.

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the luxury motoryacht industry in the world to obtain the ‘Hybrid Propulsion (Electric Motor & Shaft Generator)’ Rina Class Certificate in 2014.

Taking centre stage at present, however, are two new builds, a 70m custom-build, with construction soon to begin on speculation, and a recently signed contract for a Columbus Classic 80m.

The elegant and timeless design of the new Columbus 80m, which is spread over five closed decks with a large rooftop on the sun deck, is a mix of contemporary elements combined with classic proportions. The features are simple yet harmonious, merging straight lines with a discreet use of volume drawing soft and stylish elements. Glass plays an essential role, and is widely used as a design and architectural element throughout, such as large windows, and glass embankments that enhance the feeling of being in contact with the sea.

Forward with Design Not one to rest on its laurels, the Italian shipyard has also released a new explorer concept, the 52m Columbus Tomahawk in its 499GT version.

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Conceived as ‘a yacht inside a ship, because of its comfort qualities’, the revolutionary full custom design by Marco Casali boasts extralarge volumes, and hosts the largest ever beach area (200m2 on three levels), not to mention toy storage on the market.

The hull (by Palumbo Group) is the result of a research vessel experience, designed to offer the best sea keeping and stability qualities in any weather condition worldwide, while the bow’s unique design, created for a perfect relationship with the sea, is reminiscent of the stylish, ancient weapon the boat is named after – ‘Tomahawk’.

Group’s welders, metalworkers, carpenters, electricians and painters offer a level of service unparalleled in the area.

In addition, the yard has 840m of quayside for commissioning and completion of works served by two berth-side cranes (7 and 12t) and six telescopic cranes (20 to 700t), all equipped with the necessary shore services. It has been certified ISO 9001 since 1998, ISO 14000 since 2005 and conforms to the organisational and management model under the OHSAS 18001 standard.

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Winning Workforce The Tomahawk is a concept that may be developed in lengths from 40 to 100m: a full custom design that satisfies the owner’s wishes on an unbeatable technical platform.

This is all achievable thanks to Columbus Yachts’ in-house workers and long-term subcontractors who appreciate the level of detail required in modern yachting. Drawing on its experience within ship construction the

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oceanco and VitterS Shipyard haVe recentLy Launched the 85m tripp deSiGn Luxury SaiLinG yacht. thiS project iS the outcome of a coLLaboration between VitterS Shipyard and oceanco, with both partners combining their respective expertise. oceanco and Vitters Shipyard worked closely together through all stages of this custom project. during the design engineering study, the specification was defined by the yards’ teams in close cooperation with the naval architect, the owners and their representatives, master yachts.

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he yacht’s complexity lies not only in her sheer size, but also in the qualities that make her a real performance sailing yacht. oceanco’s innovations and experience in building large custom power yachts in the 80m+ range, coupled with Vitters Shipyard’s vast experience in building large, high-performance sailing yachts, was the driving force in teaming up to manage such a complex project. capitalising on each other’s strengths, the teams broke boundaries with the size and the complexity of an extensive array of advanced systems. built under the project name p85, with owners’ representatives master yachts, naval architect tripp design and interior designers dölker + Voges, this magnificent sailing superyacht combines outstanding sailing performance and state-of-the-art technology and reliability with exceptional space, comfort and luxury – a combination rarely found on sailing yachts.

Stunning Interior interior designers robert Voges and felix dölker explain: “we worked closely with the owner’s wife. it really was her baby. She knows every corner, even the crew quarters.” the goal was to balance the essence of a small sailing yacht with motor yacht luxury. the interior design is contemporary and elegant, yet fresh and natural. the focus is on clear and logical lines, pure materials, simplicity and close attention to detail. wood and stainless steel are used liberally inside. these materials play an important role in reflecting the sailing character of the yacht, a specific request of the owner.

Stainless steel is employed both practically and artfully. take the handrails, for instance, or the mizzenmast’s cladding in the middle of the lower deck guest corridor, which reflects light beautifully. this effect is replicated in the central stairway, where a polished stainless steel work of art next to the wheelchair-accessible elevator is shaped to mimic the look of a mast – a ‘wow-worthy’ custom piece commissioned from a German stainless steel manufacturer. this gleaming motif is carried forward in the high-gloss japanese lacquer headboards – each guest cabin sports its very own pop of colour – glass mosaic shower walls and palladium-leaf ceiling domes. natural woods, from the mutenye floors to light brushed-ash walls and teak planking, offset reflective surfaces.

Intimacy and Ultra-Comfort the yacht has a clean, high-volume superstructure designed to blur the boundaries between the social spaces inside and the outside deck areas, with long, clear sightlines throughout. the yacht is designed around a comfortably clear and modern interior, with

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living areas distributed over four decks, for both social and private use. high-quality heinen & hopman hVac systems, including air conditioning/chilled water systems, a fresh-air system and mechanical ventilation (exhaust and supply) as well as a freeze and fridge combination and cold stores ensure ultracomfort. the interior designers highlight: “we also helped shape a layout that connects private and public areas efficiently and creates multipurpose spaces. this can be seen on the main deck, where the salon and aft deck living areas merge seamlessly, a central bar straddling the two spaces. the salon seating area is smaller than might be expected, but that is the point.” the owner contributes and elucidates: “we prefer numerous different and intimate spaces to palatial areas, as we like to emphasise conversation and the sharing of experiences on board. aquijo is about intimacy among family and friends and about being able to go anywhere with them.”

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Leisure the aft deck is generous and there are dining areas inside and out – complete with gimballed tables. “these provide fantastic al fresco dining, even when the boat is heeling twenty degrees,” according to the owner. the guest cabin configuration can be changed, transforming suites into multiple cabins. on the lower deck, cabins have direct access to the beach club. the beach club and spa co-exist in perfect harmony, with a central spa pool – naturally illuminated by the glass floor of the main deck above – flanked by a lounge area to starboard and a sauna to port with views out to sea. “the sauna and steam bath are particularly useful after a sail in cold, wintry conditions,” the owner says. the entire area is teak-clad, with the interior theme carried through in the white u-shaped sofa and turquoise lacquered table to starboard. the original brief called for an aft engine room and a spa amidships, but moving the wellness area aft made the beach club a far more cohesive space. Locating the engine room

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forward, meanwhile, had added benefits; it has negated the need for keel ballast and placed it much closer to the crew quarters.

A True Sailing Yacht The design and execution of all components of this 85m yacht ensure that guests and crew alike sail in safety and comfort. Given her design characteristics, she is as nimble and easy to handle as a yacht of smaller dimensions, proving that a super sailing yacht can have competitive sailing capabilities with relative ease of handling. As can be expected from both the naval architect and builders, this is a true sailing yacht, performing well at all points of sail and benefitting from exhaustive engineering and superior craftsmanship.

Her 90m masts by Southern Spars are two of the tallest in the world, while her performance sail plan is set up to be safe, reliable and simple to handle.

Aquijo carries a full set of ECsix carbon rigging by Future Fibres, built to handle more than 200t of load, while the mast base is able to withstand over 550t of compression. The unique steering system, developed

by Vitters Shipyard, completes the sailing experience.

By translating the hydrodynamic forces on the underwater rudder blades directly to the fly bridge steering wheels, this steering system provides the helmsman with immediate feedback, a feeling for the yacht.

This ground-breaking sailing yacht pioneers new territory on many fronts. She will be an astonishing sight to behold as she sails the oceans of the world.

The aft deck provides fantastic al fresco dining, even when the boat is heeling twenty degrees.

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SPECS Aquijo General Type Design & styling Naval architect Owner’s representative Builders

Fast Cruising Ketch Dölker + Voges Tripp Design Master Yachts Vitters Shipyard Oceanco

Principal dimensions Length hull overall 86m / 282ft Length waterline 81.76m / 268.25ft Beam (max) 14.48m / 47.50ft Draught 5.23m keel up, 11.66 m keel down Ballast 200t Displacement (light ship) 1,451t Gross tonnage 1,538t Hull construction Steel Superstructure Aluminium Classification Lloyd’s

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Giant of the Seas Operating Out Of six shipyards that span bOth the Mediterranean and adriatic seas, the ever-increasing palumbo superyacht division is proving to be a titan of the refit sector.

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alumbosy – the palumbo group refit and repair division – is a force to be reckoned with. springboarding off the group’s reputation for professionalism, which has been built and consolidated over the past 50 years, the yachting division continues to expand its infrastructure and further its reach throughout the new build and refit sector. having established a refit, conversion and superyacht construction facility in the commercial port of naples, a commercial shipyard in Messina (sicily) and two yards in Malta (a commercial refit yard and a superyacht repairs and refit facility), the group went on to acquire its tenerife shipyard in June 2016, and isa yachts’ ancona facilities in august 2016, turning palumbosy into the largest centre in the Mediterranean and in the atlantic for maintenance and refitting.

Application and Preparation palumbo began its activity in 1967 as a small carpentry, supporting the local market of ship repair. now the

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group is divided into two major divisions: shipping (with facilities in Messina, naples, Malta and tenerife, and headquarters in Monaco) and yachting. the group’s take-over of the massive dry dock facilities in Malta in 2011 gave palumbosy a major foothold within the Mediterranean. the yard itself covers a total area of 270,000m2 (45,000m2 as superyacht area and other 225,000m2 as shipyard area), which includes two drydocks.

Malta has been of strategic importance in the Mediterranean since seafarers began trading, and this tiny nation continues to punch well above its weight within the superyacht industry. Malta claims to have the largest yacht registry in europe, and the sixth largest in the world, but apart from its geographical location on the route between gibraltar and the suez Canal, Malta’s most enduring asset is its dry-docks.

Refit of the Future between 1813 and 1964, Malta was a british colony, and the dry-docks were originally built for the royal navy. in 2008 the palumbo group made a pitch to buy all six docks, running four of the largest for ship repair, and the remaining two purely for yachts. the bid was successful, and palumbo bought the docks as a job lot, including the supporting infrastructure. in addition

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to the dry docks, the superyacht yard has 377m of deep-water quayside, and palumbo also invested eur 2 million in a floating dry-dock, to enable the quick lifting of vessels in transit for routine maintenance. additionally, although the original dockyard came with a forest of cranes, palumbo decided to add a few of its own, especially as some of the existing infrastructure was mechanically sound, but technically obsolete Just one company at the helm has made the moving of manpower and equipment between the various projects smoother, and it has been this business model of using local knowledge combined with overseas expertise that has guaranteed the continued success of the palumbo operation.

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Heart of the Med the acquisition of the isa shipyard – which gave the refit giant an additional 50,000m2 of shipyard space – formed part of the group‘s rationalisation plan to dedicate a facility to new construction and major refitting, and significantly strengthened the growth and awareness of the palumbo group. in turn, the acquisition of the tenerife shipyard (Canary island, spain) represented an important step to further grow the presence of palumbosy outside of the Mediterranean basin in the maintenance, refitting, and offshore sectors. the Mediterranean is home to some of the world’s leading shipyards specialised in refit and repair, with the stretch of coastline between toulon and Marseilles being recognised as a hub for the refit and repair of superyachts. palumbo’s acquisition of the itM yard in Marseilles in 2014 significantly contributed to the group’s reported annual turnover of around eur 100 million. however, as the average size of newbuilds continues to expand and the existing superyacht fleet grows steadily older, the demand for refit and maintenance services will only increase in the future, putting the Mediterranean’s capacity and facilities under intense pressure. this only goes to exemplify why palumbo’s move on tenerife has been viewed as being so strategic.

the harbour, and to the projects in refit. renamed the yacht Club palumbo Msy, the three-storey building has retained its historic façade, but behind that it has all the trappings of a five-star hotel. “the first thing a prospective client will ask is how the crew will be accommodated, which is why we took the decision to build the on-site crew facility,” says simon Zammit,yard Manager of palumbosy Malta. “it also makes the refit far more efficient, as crew won’t get caught up in Malta’s notorious morning traffic jams if living off site. “highly efficient stabilisation, and dependable satellite communications are typical of some of the upgrades we undertake here,” Mr Zammit

continues. “We have a full-time staff of 40, but can draw on the huge workforce from the palumbo shipyard, or from the local network of trusted sub-contractors. We have also brought in expertise from our italian yards when necessary. nearly all this manpower is within the palumbo group, which helps us to closely control the costs.” “technically, the largest yacht we can handle on this site is 160m, but with red China dock also within the palumbo group, whoever builds the first 360m yacht can have her refitted by us in Malta,” Mr Zammit concludes.

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Family First still a family firm since 1967, and now run by giuseppe palumbo, the group has gradually built upon its reputation within the maritime industry. One of the biggest surprises of palumbosy Malta is its crew quarters, located in a converted warehouse with fine views across photo courtesy of palumbo group

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uisfit – Royal Huisman’s aptly named proposition for superyacht refits, repairs and renewal – has always had quality, value and flexibility at its heart. Enabling captains and owners to take ownership of their refit project by facilitating their preferences and requirements has proven to be a highly attractive attribute. now, thanks to its newly announced partnership with Emden Dockyard, the Dutch shipyard

boasts deep-water facilities in Germany too within its roster of client benefits.

The Perfect Fit Having long established itself as the refit service of choice for yachts such as 40m surama, 42m samurai and 55m adèle, as well as for numerous Royal Huisman-built yachts including Hyperion, antares and arcadia, finding

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permanent deep-water facilities that equal the setup at Huisfit’s shipyard in Vollenhove was never going to be an easy task. The facilities would have to be well within range of the Dutch maritime services cluster, offer exceptionally comprehensive facilities and non-tidal access, but most important of all, offer complete exclusivity to Huisfit and its customers.

Comprising over 300,000m2 of outstanding facilities, the Emden Dockyard has proven itself to be the perfect fit. Located just over the Dutch border in northern Germany, it offers dry docks for superyachts of almost unlimited size, as well as state-of-the-art covered refit halls, advanced technologies and equipment, well-equipped offices, canteen facilities and comprehensive support services.

Round-the-Clock Access With multiple heated halls up to 120m length with gantry cranes, and 1,500m of along-side berthing at deep water quays, the refit possibilities at Emden are endless. Just one of Endem’s halls alone measures 118 x 22m with a

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height of 22m, providing 2,596m2 of clean, modern workspace with workshops on both sides and on two levels – ideal for superyachts demanding controlled conditions and privacy.

Add to this two floating docks, one graving dock, and several tower cranes with lifting capacities of up to 45t, Emden’s deep-water approaches and lock facilities will ensure roundthe-clock access for yachts of any size.

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Roemer Boogaard, Managing Director of Royal Huisman (L) and Dr Christian Eckel, Managing Director of Emden Dockyard (R) signing the agreement.

The addition of this exclusive new facility – alongside Vollenhove’s four main shipbuilding halls, and other flexible locations – will further consolidate Huisfit’s position among global leaders in superyacht refits. In short, whether requiring refit, repair, renovation or complete restoration, in motor or sail, from 30m up to 150m, the possibilities of combining Huisfit expertise with Emden’s facilities are virtually limitless.

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he Barcelona refit shipyard mB92, one of the world’s largest refit, repair and maintenance facilities for luxury yachts, is celebrating 25 years at the top. Founded in 1992 with the vision to provide excellence in yacht refit, repair and maintenance, it quickly elevated its offer to cater to the growing global superyacht fleet, and today mB92 is one of the leading shipyards dedicated exclusively to superyachts. since its launch, mB92 has developed a network of world-class subcontractors to ensure clients are surrounded by the very best specialists in the industry, and new investment in facilities and equipment has further cemented the shipyard’s standing as one of the best of its kind in the world.

Continued Investment located in the port vell of Barcelona – a strategic stop-off point for yachts travelling between the mediterranean and the caribbean – mB92 has the experience to undertake any yacht refit operation from start to finish guaranteeing the highest level of quality (iso 9001, iso 14001, isps). as one of the largest

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superyacht repair facilities around, servicing more than 100 superyachts per year with an average length of 70m, mB92 has made the most of its 25 years of activity in the superyacht industry. “at mB92 we are driven by a deep commitment to delivering excellence in quality and efficiency of services,” says mB92 ceo pepe García-aubert. “We have continually invested in our shipyard and in our people to meet the ever more demanding needs of the industry.”

Room for Growth mB92’s concessional area within the port of Barcelona (which was renewed for another 30 years in 2010) has grown since 1992 from 25,200 to 124,000m2 today. With both demand for refit services and the size of yachts increasing, mB92 is building for the future with a new shiplift and hardstanding area that will have capacity to dry-dock up to twelve vessels at a time, which is due for completion by the end of 2018. “the future for the superyacht refit market is bright, which is why

we are investing in a new 4,000t shiplift that will permit the drydocking of vessels up to 105m in length. this increased capacity will enable us to continue servicing the world’s best superyachts,” says aykut ozgulsun, deputy ceo.

Competitive Edge mB92 has 100 permanent employees and an average of over 900 indirect support service professionals that work as specialist subcontractors in every naval field, both locally and internationally. its 220m dry-dock enables it to syncrolift vessels up to 2,000t, while its docking repair quays boasts a berthing capacity of fourteen yachts up to a maximum of 220m in length, and with an additional 45 independent subcontractors available to develop and work on services in the shipyard, it’s little surprise that the spanish shipyard has plain sailed its way through the first 25 years of its existence.

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Icing on the Cake AkzoNobel is A world leAder iN performANce coAtiNgs ANd its iNterNAtioNAl ANd Awlgrip mAriNe brANds Are reNowNed for achieving extremely high quality results. it’s this, along with the unparalleled professional capability of its teams, that ensures AkzoNobel remains in demand by superyacht builders across the globe.

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ith such extensive projects in motion, meticulous planning and research are required to achieve a world-class finish.

AkzoNobel has also been at the forefront of formulating new products to meet the changing demands of this sector. Hans slegtenhorst, segment manager for superyacht and pro at AkzoNobel, shares his expert insight into the art of coatings and why it’s vital not to cut corners.

Application and Preparation slegtenhorst explains: “taking time to properly apply a coating is critical to achieving high quality results; however, this can often be overlooked due to time pressures. when considering the application of coatings there are several stages and a number of key factors to take into account. firstly, the performance and durability of the system is heavily influenced by preparation, and in most cases this can take up to 90% of the total time needed to complete a job. “secondly, the sequence of products is critical.

All products are designed with specific functions in mind (such as anticorrosive protection, ease of sanding, gloss) and skipping any steps can reduce the final appearance or performance of the system. the choice of consumables throughout the process also influences the outcome; everything from mixing cups through to abrasives, rollers, brushes and spray guns. “the above factors are ‘pre-application’, however, during application the common focus

is on (ambient) temperature but there are many other factors to consider. these include humidity, ventilation, product temperature and surface temperature, which is often exceptionally high due to direct sunlight. preparation time often includes a method of controlling these variables, such as localised heating/cooling, tenting and extraction. once all coating work has been completed, it is important to allow the system to fully cure before being put into full service to reduce the risk of premature deterioration.

He continues: “Although there is always a way of completing something faster, when it comes to preparing and applying coatings, skipping steps or pushing products can reduce the appearance or the performance of the system. in the short term, this can produce satisfactory results, but can often lead to further work being required at a later date. keeping this in mind and following the process carefully means you will achieve the optimum result.”

Variety is Key the renowned superyacht coatings brand, Awlgrip has a huge selection of products available including the 545 epoxy primer, a multi-use product that can be used to seal filler primers and fairing work before applying topcoats. it benefits from fast overcoating times and is the ideal undercoat for all Awlgrip topcoats including Awlcraft se – solids & effects, a revolutionary topcoat encompassing solid, metallic and pearl finishes that is fast Hans Slegtenhorst, Segment Manager for Superyacht and Pro at AkzoNobel

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drying with excellent opacity. Awlcraft SE is designed to work as one layer of a multi-part system. It imparts the colour and effect and is then topcoated with a clear high finish to give gloss and protection – resulting in a high performance, high shine robust topcoat system.

Trends for the future “Customers are increasingly looking for timesaving systems, by reducing the numbers of layers, alternative application methods or quicker over-coating intervals,” continues Slegtenhorst. “The fact that average yacht sizes have grown steadily in recent years encourages producers to come up with more flexible paint

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systems. Increased awareness of the environment further stimulates technical advances moving towards more sustainable solutions, with a coatings system that is less solvent content with increased longevity.

“Vinyl Film is a growing trend that has started to enter the yachting market and should not be ignored, as it’s a relatively new technology with a short track record in the superyacht sector,” he adds. “I expect this will take some time to grow, but it will become more important. This new technology could be used in several areas of the yacht; interiors, exteriors, moulded parts, and so on. AkzoNobel has a lot of experience within the field of film coatings, and the use of

this technology from one market into another could provide great opportunities for both manufacturers and boat owners alike.”

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MYBA Charter Show: Barcelona Bound Buoyed By the news of its Buzzing cultural location this year, the MyBa charter show looks set to impress in 2017 with a raft of new initiatives.

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he MyBa charter show, now in its 29th edition, is for the first time this year being hosted in the sunny climes and cultural hub of Barcelona, taking up residence at oneocean Port Vell for the next three consecutive years. taking place on 24 to 27 april, this year promises to be an exceptional experience for luxury charter professionals. the number of yachts already approved is well over 60, and among the names that have been confirmed is the impressive 95m indian empress, 70m motor yacht Joy, and sleek 38m sailing yacht twilight.

A Venue for Visitors the yachts will always remain the true stars at the MyBa charter show but it is only natural that there is excitement about the new venue, oneocean Port Vell, and about the destination itself. Barcelona is a cultural hub and a culinary heaven, blessed with months of endless sunshine, and its architectural landscape is constantly evolving. it is a city that invites visitors to explore, from the iconic la sagrada familia to wine tasting at sitges. new elements of the show for 2017 include a modern and ergonomic reception and hospitality

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area that will provide the perfect location for business meetings and networking. golf buggies and water shuttles will be available to transport attendees within the show area, and oneocean Port Vell’s spectacular five-star facilities will be at their disposal. in addition, the show bags being produced this year are ecofriendly, and yacht waste will be recycled as part of a continuing effort to minimise the show’s footprint.

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Ready to Compete interesting developments for MyBa this year include a competition for interior crew that will delight budding mixologists. the MyBa art in a glass competition will be open to those with exceptional skills in the creation of cocktails and is set to become one of the show’s highlights, following in the footsteps of the very successful MyBa superyacht chefs’ competition. now in its fifth year, the superyacht chefs’ competition will once again be graced by an impressive line-up of judges. the two Michelin starred chef of Quattro Passi, antonio Mellino, is returning to the panel where he will be joined by some of spain’s finest chefs, and together they will face the daunting task of selecting the winners. this year’s competing chefs will have

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to prepare a first course of seafood that incorporates saffron, a main course of fish and rice and a sugar-free dessert that only contains natural sugar substitutes such as honey or agave.

Support from the Industry enthusiasm for the MyBa charter show grows year-on-year, exemplified by the news that all exhibitors’ stands are sold out. the organisers also released a new set of sponsorship packages this year, of which Bwa yachting were among the first to express their interest in, and are now confirmed as the official show sponsor. the show organisers comment: “MyBa, which takes particular pride in its cooperations, is delighted to be working together with an organisation of this level of expertise and global reach for the 29th MyBa charter show. the level of repeat sponsorships also speaks volumes about the benefits of positioning a brand alongside such an event. over the years, strong relationships have been built and they are a vital part of MyBa’s strength.”

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Legend

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When it came to 77.4m explorer yacht legend, the design brief from her oWner Jan Verkerk Was quite clear; to create a Vessel capable of Visiting anyWhere in the world, from the sunny climates of the mediterranean and the caribbean to the more extreme environments of antarctica, greenland and the north pole. she was to become a yacht in which guests are safe and can move freely between decks, and where plenty of

elivered in summer 2016 after a twelve-month refit at icon yachts in the netherlands, legend began life in 1974 as an icebreaking tug from dutch yard ihc Verschure serving in the soviet merchant marine for 26 years. later, she was converted into a yacht – giant – from 1999-2003, before being laid up in 2005.

Verkerk, who had spent years exploring the antarctic aboard his classic yacht sherakhan, saw a ‘gap in the market’ for a true expedition yacht and set about transforming her into ‘a luxurious cruising platform for anyone looking for a real adventure’.

entertainment is readily available, both on board and

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the fully classified class 1 ice-breaking ship underwent a complete facelift, and can now carry 26 guests in luxury rather than the previous twelve. powerful yet sublime in style, she boasts thirteen

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staterooms, including a master suite, two Vip suites, four double staterooms and six convertible staterooms. she is also capable of carrying up to nineteen crew on board, plus a ten-expedition crew that includes an icepilot, expedition leaders and a doctor. her on-board technology has been significantly improved, with all mechanical systems replaced, and her stern has been extended by 3.6m to create a large swimming platform, as well as add a huge sixteen-person Jacuzzi with waterfall on the extended main deck. the increase in length also makes mooring the tenders that bit easier, as well as giving guests closer contact to the water.

Adventure Toys the luxury thrill-seeking amenities continue, with two large tenders for when guests want to go on an expedition, space for a three-person u-boat Worx

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Her on-board technology has been significantly improved and her stern extended to create a large swimming platform.

C-Explorer submarine (capable of diving to 300m with two guests and a pilot) to be stored in the garage, and her previous helideck converted to a fully CAP 437 classified version, strong enough to carry a six-person Eurocopter EC135. There is also a smaller chopper, for emergencies, to be craned from the helideck to sit on the extended forecastle deck. Rotor blades will be stored neatly in new foredeck lockers and both helicopters vacuum-wrapped to keep them pristine on crossings. Inside, she features a Balinese spa with sauna, a gym, jacuzzi, beauty salon and movie theatre. Not to mention the modern entertainment system, array of water sports toys and a medical suite.

Legend began her adventures with charters in Antarctica in Christmas 2016. In 2017 she is due to travel South America and Greenland in spring, spend summer in the Baltic and then return to the frozen south for winter. The fact that she was originally built as a Class 1 icebreaker – not just Ice Class – giving her reasonable fuel efficiency and a safe and solid structure is of significance to Verkerk. “I have been able to create a vessel that can go anywhere in the world, but also provide the luxuries that have become standard in the superyacht industry,” he says.

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Overcoming Obstacles In addition to a complete rebuild of the interior and technical installation, Verkerk was keen to incorporate softer lines without losing too much of her sturdy look. When Legend arrived at the Icon shipyard she had a canoe stern, a red hull and soft yellow super structure.

Despite her structure being very safe and solid, drastic changes were undertaken to transform her into the adventure-seeking motor yacht that she is today.

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the bulwarks were completely restyled to match the new stern, her 6.4m draught is nearly twice as deep as many yachts her length, and numerous painstaking structural ‘tweaks’ have been carried out to correct previous design indiscretions, which were picked up thanks to today’s 3d scanning technology. the large salons on the aft part of the ship were completely misaligned, which meant the aft side had to be raised by 250mm to correct the sheer line. Windows were misaligned or too low so it was hard to enjoy the views, stairs were uncomfortable to negotiate, decks had camber in the wrong direction, and bulwarks were very high.

Total Overhaul in addition, a huge tender amidships broke up the boat into a fore-ship and aft-ship. the solution was removing a massive secondary mast from this space, adding an extra deckhouse and extending the forecastle deck back to join more substantially with the aft deck. the connection of the fore and aft-ship made the boat whole again, symbolised by one long continuous strip of white painted onto the

discreet dark grey hull to give her length and appearance. by the end of the refit at icon, 100t of new steel and aluminium had been added. however, in addition to complying with the imo polar code that came into effect on 1 January 2017, which covers safety measures and environmental protections for yachts venturing into defined polar waters, legend also needed to be fully solas compliant, due to the fact she was to become a passenger ship. this turned out to be the most challenging part of all, and in the words of hans-maarten bais, creative director and naval architect at diana yacht design, who was responsible for the exterior design and engineering of the rebuild: “a ship built in 1973 was not designed for modern solas regulations… With a lot of creativity and help from specialists, we managed to get the job done and created one of the largest explorer yachts in the world with a full passenger ship certificate. We’re really proud of the final result.”

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Bridging the Gap A new Age is dAwning whereby unified control centres used to operate multiple systems are now finding their way on board state-ofthe-art yachts.

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n recent years, integrated bridge systems (ibs) for superyachts have advanced substantially in both usability and aesthetics, observes advanced marine electronics specialist Admarel b.V., an Alewijnse Marine company. the superyacht owners that they work with typically expect something that looks good, as well as ensures a safe and compliant cruising experience, but even for them this isn’t always easy. the sheer diversity of navigation, communications and control systems often means that even the latest bridges end up with a range of independent stations, each catering to a different system and each with its own operating manual and training requirements. with that in mind, the ultimate objective for Admarel and its fellow companies involved in superyacht electronics supply and integration has been to achieve what is already delivered by the automotive and aerospace sectors – a clean, unified look for a ‘control centre’ where

multiple systems deliver their data and control is achieved via a harmonised interface.

Pushing Boundaries At the start of 2017, the engineers at Admarel believe that their goal has finally been achieved with the arrival of the synapsis nX integrated navigation system (ins) from raytheon Anschütz. despite the name, the synapsis nX is about much more than just navigation. in fact it goes even beyond what most captains would regard as an ibs. this is a fully flexible it network that will receive and distribute data and commands from anywhere, and to anywhere, that is needed. not necessarily limited to just navigation, it embraces other ship’s systems too.

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reduced number of identical displays together with a minimal series of physical controls. this can be laid out in any desired format, whereby each display can show any information from any sensor while controlling any navigational application. the control of auxiliary functions on the bridge â&#x20AC;&#x201C; such as wipers, lights, and switches â&#x20AC;&#x201C; can be moved from physical devices to touchscreen displays using the same graphic look and feel. Additional displays with the same, or restricted, capabilities can be fitted elsewhere in the yacht. this is achieved by centrally feeding all the sensor data into the system via lAn converters and making it available together with charts, radar, video and other feeds via a redundant lAn network. the key to the entire system is the software / applications that lie at its heart. these run on standardised marine Pcs that can be fitted anywhere on the yacht, typically in racks in the separate data centre; a nearby temperature and humidity-controlled area that is easily accessible. this keeps them in an ideal environment for such equipment, and by saving space allows the design of an open bridge layout.

One Large Step for Yachting raytheon Anschutz is the first manufacturer to have a digital KVM Matrix integrated with the ins. this is a huge step forward in giving the ibs flexibility to run any application on the main bridge displays. in addition to radar, it opens the possibility of showing all input available on board the yacht such as AMcs, bos, thermal cameras, dP, forward-looking sonar and so

much more, on any of the bridge displays. this centralised, software-first approach ensures consistent sensor data across every application and delivers intelligent central alert management including prioritisation and acknowledgement from task-related displays. it also introduces system-wide health monitoring including an automatic switch-over of critical functions, and multi-user and situational profile management. these features ensure a new standard of safety for superyachts and their owners.

A True Range of Benefits in addition to the seamless functionality, this network configuration brings a range of practical benefits. the design possibilities for the layout of a bridge are limitless, and the use of standardised components and modular software makes customisation and expansion straightforward. by having all the hardware located elsewhere in the data centre, the bridge installation is also greatly simplified. in addition, by distributing all the sensor data and status information via lAn to every workstation, this requires less cabling compared to conventional systems, as well as delivering enhanced flexibility. the synapsis nX represents the next stage in the evolution of integrated bridge systems with its seamless user interface, flexibility and usercentric approach. the benefits it delivers offer genuine gains in efficiency, safety and security afloat.

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Revolutionary Onboard Connectivity Combining touChsCreen Capabilities with multifunCtional integrated requirements, Kara is set to transform life on board.

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icture this: you are sat down at the dinner table, enjoying a delicious meal delivered fresh from the galley. four of you are discussing your week’s itinerary, and the need suddenly arises to check the weather conditions for your next destination. without moving from your seat, you push your plate to one side and begin using the dinner table to enter the boat’s navigational system. how is this possible? because you are sat at Kara – a revolutionary and multifunctional screen touch table integrated into the boat.

The Future of Design unveiled at boot Düsseldorf in January 2017 by france-based Kara technologies, the newly developed Kara is a connected table that has been adapted to fit the reduced space of a boat cockpit. Created by ivain bignonet, chief executive of Kara technologies, and first launched in 2015, Kara has been designed to serve as an item of furniture equipped with an upper plate made of safety glass to protect its multi-touch and multi-users screen. but it also employs capacitive technologies combined with software, which means it is sensitive to touch, but not to objects. its complex and leading-edge algorithms allow users to run their favourite applications while keeping their glass, plate, and papers on the table. Kara even works perfectly with wet fingers and gloves.

New Dimensions touchscreen tablets are now an integral part of a boat’s navigation system, but the Kara multi-user

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table goes much further by transforming the chart table or traditional square table into a centralised interface to give a new dimension to life on board.

Used vertically, Kara becomes a home theatre accessing all entertainment applications and movies. Inclined, Kara can be used for steering the boat, and horizontally, for sharing it with up to four users simultaneously. Applications are resizable by finger, and users can open and run several applications concurrently.

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as a console to navigate. It communicates with the entire yacht and can be synched with satellite and 4G, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS, camera and gyroscopic sensors to give users the best on board experience possible.

As with a tablet or computer, new software and applications can be downloaded, and thanks to its multipoint technology, several users can use Kara simultaneously, or even work together when in multi-user mode.

Compatible with Windows, Mac and Android and boasting a 42â&#x20AC;? HD display, each user can select their own preferred software or app, without the need for compromise.

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Fraser Yachts Celebrates 70 Years FOUNDED ON A PASSION FOR YACHTING, AND WITH SELLING AS A CORE STRENGTH, Fraser Yachts celebrates retaining pole position in sales and charter now 70 years on.

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eading superyacht brokerage, Fraser Yachts, is this year celebrating its 70th anniversary. Originally founded in 1947 by David Fraser in Newport Beach, the company has since grown to become the world’s leading superyacht services company, offering brokerage, charter, management, new construction and crew services to clients around the world.

Making Dreams Reality The 70th anniversary celebrations began at the start of 2017 with the launch of Fraser’s brand new Charter Portfolio.

Completely redesigned for this celebratory issue, the large coffee-table book features 100 of the best superyachts for charter around the world and the most exquisite destinations to visit, from summer in the Mediterranean to winter in the Bahamas.

These include luxury 72m O’Pari3, which can comfortably accommodate up to nineteen guests, or twelve charter guests, across eight magnificent cabins, along with a huge garage on lower deck that contains a ski nautique boat, two RIB tenders, a Limo tender and a big selection of water toys, and 57m Lady Sara, one of Fraser’s most popular family charter yachts.

Updated Designs Marking its 70th year, the month of January saw the roll out of Fraser’s updated brand image executed by London design firm

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Inaria. Running across all company materials, it also includes the launch of the new Fraser website. The brand has been evolved to reflect the luxury services that the company offers to its clients, with a simplification of the logo and the use of more luxury pastel colours. The new website, meanwhile, has been completely redesigned to suit the larger screens that clients now use as well as mobile devices for clients who are constantly on the go.

Commenting on the new brand image Raphael Sauleau, CEO, says: “The last brand update was carried out nearly ten years ago, and we felt that it was time to review our brand and look at how we can update it to take the company forward. Following this the new design is very much an evolution of the existing brand which has always been very strong and recognisable, but now we feel that it reflects the true nature of the level of service we are offering to our clients and the future direction of the company as a luxury brand.”

Lisa Peck, the Global Marketing Manager at Fraser, adds: “We have spent some time developing the new website; it was important

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for us to find the right combination of functionality and beauty. We feel that the new design successfully reflects these two core elements, and with an ever-increasing importance on digital marketing, we will continue to develop the site and add further functionality to it over the coming months.”

Key to Success As part of its initiatives for the future, Fraser has also recently announced its partnership with Plastic Oceans, a charity dedicated to educating people on how to change their daily habits to protect the oceans from plastic waste. Other events to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Fraser will be announced throughout the year.

The latest figures show that in 2016 Fraser once again closed more brokerage deals than any other brokerage house, for the sixth consecutive year.

The company also welcomed several substantial new additions to its new construction and yacht management fleet and continued to book a recordbreaking number of superyacht charters.

Founded on David Fraser’s passion for sailing and talent for selling, combined with his always fair and ethical approach, the company still holds his key attributes at the core of its business today, and which is part of the reason for its continued success.

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Communication and safety at sea specialist Ocean Signal has announced the appointment of Rich Galasso as its new US Sales Manager. Bringing more than 20 years’ experience in the marine industry to the role, including a seven-year stint as Regional Distribution Manager with Globalstar/SPOT, Rich Galasso will assist with the company’s sales growth strategy in the US.

Francesco Carbone joins the Palumbo Group as the new General Manager of the Yachting Division. His previous roles include a long and successful career as Sales Director and President of Admiral-Tecnomar’s American branch, as well as eight years as Head of the Strategic Business Unit at Natuzzi Group.

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She will be responsible for all marketing, and on- and offline communication, with a focus on strategically supporting all sales and business development for both existing and new products across the superyacht and cruise industries.

Michele Flandin comes to Sabrina Monte-Carlo with 21 years of yachting experience and close to twelve years in the marketing field.

Her background includes charter and sales experience with Burgess Yachts, as well as sales and marketing with Oceanco. She will be responsible for all the communication and events for the company, and will be a valuable contributor to the marketing and business strategy.

Feadship has appointed Captain Ted McCumber as Commercial Director of its America office. With more than 25 years of experience as captain, new-build/refit captain and Project Manager, including no fewer than four Feadships, Ted McCumber is a well-known and highly respected figure within the worldwide superyacht community.

Arcadia Yachts has appointed Francesco Ansalone as Marketing & Communications Manager.

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Megafend Launches New Tear-Free Welded Fenders

Fraser Yachts and Triton Submarines have announced the sale of two new construction 1,000m Triton 3300/3 Submersibles. The submersibles are the sixth and seventh deliveries of this hull model from Triton’s Florida-based manufacturing facility, and the fifth and sixth Tritons constructed in the past twelve months. Triton Submarines is the most experienced civil submarine and submersible manufacturer in the world, as well as being the only contemporary manufacturer of transparent-hulled personal submersibles to deliver vessels capable of diving to 1,000m. The buyer is a long-standing repeat client of Fraser.

Fender specialist, Megafend, has launched a new type of polyurethane inflatable fenders that have superior abrasion resistance, UV resistance and significant tear strength.

Made from a new-gen nylon fabric and equipped with neoprene covers, the new welded fenders are light-inweight, easily inflated, and easily stowed in minimal space. Using precise computer-cut panels and superior grade valve assemblies, the fenders are RF thermo-welded to shape, fusing overlaps into one piece for bonds stronger than the material itself.

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New 7.7m Sport D-Tube Model Joins Sealegs Amphibious Range

Princess Launches New Williams 385 Limited Edition Jet Tender Plymouth-based Princess Yachts has collaborated with Williams Jet Tenders to produce a ‘Princess Edition’ jet tender. Available across the Turbojet range, the distinctive colour scheme has been designed to complement Princess Yachts’ models and provide customers with a uniquely styled craft.

“For years Williams has been the specific choice of jet tender for many Princess customers across the world, and so we are delighted to have an official model that celebrates our history working together with the Williams team,” says Kiran Haslam, Marketing Director at Princess Yachts. i. www.williamsjettenders.com

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Kiwi boat builder, Sealegs International has released its newest amphibious craft, the 7.7m Sport D-Tube.

Designed and built in-house, the new larger model joins the company’s popular 6.1m model in the D-Tube range, aimed at those who want more volume in their amphibious craft, coupled with additional features to make it an all-round and capable fishing machine.

Features include cockpit side shelf storage, six rod holders in the coamings, cup holders, a bait board, fore and aft passenger seating and a spacious dash able to accommodate up to 12” multi-function displays. i. www.sealegs.com

New High Speed Zones for Superyachts in the Caribbean and Mediterranean Sea A new service from Marlink, one of the world’s leading maritime communication, digital solutions and servicing specialists, is set to deliver on demand, high bandwidth to superyacht owners throughout the Caribbean and Mediterranean Sea with its new Sealink VSAT High Speed Zones.

Fully tested by the Captains of Motor Yachts Narvalo, Domani and Go, the new service provides fast-response dynamic bandwidth increases up to 15 Mbps on standard equipment, and over 100Mbps using customised configurations providing the fastest available Internet access for temporary usage, with the aim of increasing superyacht captains’ productivity and guest throughput experience. i. www.marlink.com

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More Marine Launches Superyacht Mooring Lines with Electronic Chip

Esthec’s Sensor Deck was unveiled in September 2016, and is a unique decking material that detects every motion on board, but since its launch, the ground-breaking design has been pushed beyond its initial boundaries to also serve as an alarm system, deck lighting, as well as help ship owners to save energy on board.

Developed in close partnership with Sencorables, a company renowned for its unique and patented sensing technology, the Sensor Deck detects presence, movement and direction of people, meaning everything, from air conditioning to cabin lighting and heating, can be controlled by stepping on or off the deck.

Superyacht ropes distributor, More Marine, has developed and launched a new way of identifying mooring lines stored on board by embedding an NFC chip into the rope, which is then covered by protective carbon-epoxy.

In a bid to help crew identify the age of mooring lines, as well as the diameter and breaking strength, the new chip enables crew to scan the rope by holding a smartphone up against it. In the event of a mooring line breaking or being defective, the chip now means the rope can be traced back to production, and all details can be recorded. i. www.moremarine.nl/ superyacht/

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Cobham and SpeedCast Forge Strategic Partnership Cobham SATCOM and SpeedCast International have concluded a global framework agreement covering the provision of maritime stabilised antennas, which offers high speed connectivity at sea. The commercial framework was awarded following a multi-vendor selection process by SpeedCast, based on technical, commercial and supply chain evaluation criteria and will run for three years. i. www.speedcast.com

FLIR Unveils New Raymarine Brand Identity FLIR has unveiled a new brand identity for Raymarine, manufacturer of electronic marine equipment, including a new logo, icon and tagline – ‘Simply Superior’ – to be used in all marketing activities and product lines.

“The new Raymarine logo, design language, and tagline embody our commitment to innovate and create world-leading marine electronics,” says Travis Merrill, FLIR Senior Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer. “We’re excited to begin introducing customers to a new era for Raymarine.” i. www.flir.com

MediaMaster 100s Now NMEA 2000 Compatible JL Audio, the USA’s leading marine audio manufacturer, has announced its innovative new audio source unit, MediaMaster 100s now meets NMEA 2000 audio entertainment protocol compatibility with Lowrance, Simrad and Garmin’s Multifunction Displays. Designed and sized in harmony with other marine instruments on the helm it boasts advanced audio features specifically designed for marine applications.

Managing Director, Paul Baker, says: “The demand for better quality marine audio systems like JL Audio means that on board entertainment now plays a major role in a boat’s electronics specification list so it makes sense that the products talk the same language as the multifunction display units.” i. www.jlaudiomarine.eu

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THE YELLOW & FINCH PAGES SUPERYACHT INDUSTRY’S BUYERS GUIDE YACHT BUILDERS

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MOONEN SHIPYARDS BV Graaf van Solmsweg 52F 5222 BP ’s-Hertogenbosch The Netherlands T +31 (0)73 621 00 94 F +31 (0)73 621 94 60 E info@moonen.com I www.moonen.com Contact: Emile M.M. Bilterijst Since 1981 Moonen Shipyards has become a world leader in the design and construction of “pocket-size superyachts” between 20 and 45 metres (65 and 150 feet).

Moonen builds fully custom and semicustom yachts: a Displacement Series and an Explorer Series, with steel hulls, and a Fast Yacht Series of semidisplacement aluminium yachts, all of exceptional quality.

The combination of premium Dutch quality and advanced technology, guided by personal client input and the keen commitment of the Moonen crew, make every Moonen yacht a joy to own and an excellent investment.

Owning a Moonen yacht means joining an exclusive club, as we build just three or four yachts each year.

MARRON JACHTBOuw BV Aambeeld 17 1671 NT Medemblik the Netherlands T +31 (0)227 540 153 F +31 (0)227 540 185 E info@marronjachtbouw.nl I www.marronjachtbouw.nl Contact: Ron Schumacher Marron Jachtbouw BV specializes in: – Teak Decks – Capping Rails – Exterior Ceilings – Specials – Teak Purchasing Next to our wood program we also have pleasure in presenting you Marron-EcoDeck®. Thé alternative when it comes to application for Exterior decks, Interior floors, Wall coverings, Stair treads etc: Marron-EcoDeck®is a strong, flexible, solvent free, UV resistant, polyurethane resin based system. Both in-situ and prefab. All of our products and systems are produced ‘prefab-fit’ by means of digital measuring, AutoCad engineering, CNC milling technique and on-time-delivery.

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CRAMM YACHTING SYSTEMS De Seize 7, 9041 BC Berlikum P.O. Box 510, 8901 BH Leeuwarden The Netherlands T +31 (0)518 461 600 F +31 (0)518 460 802 E info@cramm.nl I www.cramm.nl Contact: Paul Boelens Cramm Yachting Systems designs, engineers, develops and produces hydraulic yacht equipment like: boarding ladders, passerelles/ gangways, deck cranes, sliding davits, steering machines, swimming platforms, wing-stations, stern doors and folding bulwarks. Cramm Yachting Systems has its own service department which is a partner for service, maintenance and refit projects. Cramm Yachting Systems is also a dealer for different anchorwinches, stabilizer-systems and bow- and sternthrusters.

SUPPLIERS OCEANCO Marineweg 1, 2952 BX Alblasserdam P.O. Box 20, 2950 AA Alblasserdam C100, M60, B35 The Netherlands T +31 (0)78 699 5399 F +31 (0)78 699 5398 E info@oceanco.nl I www.oceancoyacht.nl Contact: Marcel Onkenhout (CEO) Oceanco designs and builds large, luxury, custom superyachts, employing the very highest standards of engineering, planning and craftsmanship allied with the most modern facilities. Oceanco is credited with producing some of the most sophisticated and innovative luxury superyachts in the world. The numerous awards won signify and underscore Oceanco’s commitment to designing and building acclaimed superyachts of exceptional craftsmanship, style and innovation. Oceanco currently has various 85m+ superyachts under various stages of construction.

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CHEMETALL B.V. IJsselstraat 41 5347 KG Oss The Netherlands T +31 (0)412 681 888 E ampak@chemetall.com I www.chemetall.com Ampak cathodic protection is a product group within the surface treatment business unit of the Chemetall group, based in Oss, The Netherlands.

Ampak is specialized in the design, production and application of cathodic protection and anti-fouling systems.

Our systems are mainly supplied to the marine and offshore industry.

Ampak is a prime producer of zinc, aluminium and magnesium alloy anodes at its own foundry.

Ampak also manufactures impressed current and anti-fouling systems to customer specification and requirements.

We maintain strict quality control procedures, which has enabled us to maintain our distinct reputation as a leading and worldwide supplier of

DBR BV Lelystraat 53 – NL-3364 AH P.O. Box 1039 – NL-3360 BA Sliedrecht – The Netherlands T +31 (0)184 613 200 F +31 (0)184 612 654 E info@dbr-bv.nl I www.dbr-bv.nl Contact: H.J. Hafkamp

personalities and talents to find the perfect fit. Each potential crew member is interviewed and their references are checked by our team.

We strive to make the process as easy as possible for the client. Utilizing personal relationships, technology and global positioning, we provide qualified employees to yacht owners around the globe. Our team consists of highly experienced individuals, with strong backgrounds and hands on experience in the maritime industry.

GEBHARD ELECTRO Innovatiepark 14, 4906 AA Oosterhout PB 61, 4900 AB Oosterhout The Netherlands T +31 (0)162 452 888 F +31 (0)162 433 761 E info@gebhard.nl I www.gebhard.nl Contact: Ton Versluis / Richard van de Wiel Gebhard Electro is a globally operating company specialised in the design, production, installation and maintenance of electrical systems for the maritime shipping industry. We collaborate with leading shipyards on every continent.

Gebhard Electro has been specialised in the high-tech world of shipbuilding since 1946. Our activities vary greatly: from just one specific task to the execution of entire projects or the management and co-ordination of all activities of all participating contractors.

From our own facility in China we are in a position to deliver at competitive rates.

Gebhard Electro, your one-stopshop for development / engineering / production / installation / repair service

HEINEN & HOPMAN Produktieweg 12 3751 LN Spakenburg Pantone 299 Pantone 354 Black K=100% The Netherlands T +31 (0)33 299 25 00 F +31 (0)33 299 25 99 E pr@heinenhopman.com I www.heinenhopman.com Contact: J.W.E. Hopman Heinen & Hopman Engineering is a world leader in air conditioning, mechanical ventilation,central heating, refrigeration, sanitary systems, fire protection, environmental systems and air duct cleaning. Founded in 1965, the company is renowned for being an innovator in the design, engineering and

Pantone Uncoated (U) voor uncoated papierdrukwerk, zoals visitekaartjes, briefpapier etc.

Pantone Coated (C) voor coated papierdrukwerk en en andere gecoate ondergronden, zoals stickers etc.

DECA Meerval 25 3344 JG Hendrik ido Ambacht The Netherlands T +31 (0)6 436 978 34 E m.driehuizen@deca-crewing.com I www.deca-crewing.com Contact: Miranda Driehuizen (CEO) Focusing on the luxury yacht market, DECA’s team of specialists is well versed in the skills needed to operate a yacht at the highest levels of luxury.

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We work in four specialist areas: – Superyachts.

– Commercial shipping.

– Offshore industry.

– Navy vessels.

Our mission is to ensure that the climate ‘indoors’ will perfectly meet the needs of people and products alike, whatever the weather outside.

Heinen & Hopman offers a worldwide, 24/7 service via a network of subsidiaries and sales centres.

TOuwFABRIEk LANGMAN BV / LANGMANROPES.COM Beurtschipper 26-28 NL-3861 SC NIJKERK The Netherlands T +31 (0)33 246 19 86 E info@langman.com I www.langmanropes.com www.dock-lines.com Contact: Jan E.M. Langman Under the name LangmanRopes we supply a wide range of quality ropes made from natural or synthetic yarns.

The development, manufacturing and processing of ropes has been our profession and our passion since 1638. For the Superyacht Industry we produce high quality mooringlines which can be supplied with leather protected eyes.

MARu wATERSPORT & INDuSTRIE Uiterweg 302 B 1431 AW Aalsmeer the Netherlands Contact: Margreet Elfring T +31 (0)297 363 009 E maru@polyform.nl I www.buoys-fenders.com FENDER – FENDERHOOKS – TRANSOMFENDER For superyachts we have the brands: AERE – MEGAFEND – POLYFORM Maru has also other deck-equipment: covers, mooring-lines and boathooks, etc.

We deliver to all super-yacht builders in the Netherlands.

Dutch Quality and service PRODUCTS FOR PROFESSIONALS!

MTu FRIEDRICHSHAFEN GMBH 88040 Friedrichshafen Germany T +49 7541 90 7003 F +49 7541 90 7081 www.s u p e r y a c h t - i n dustr y.c om

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E marineregion1@mtu-online.com I www.mtu-online.com MTU diesel engines and drive systems are used in commercial, military and governmental vessels, as well as in yachts. Its product portfolio for yachts comprises engines and propulsion systems delivering power outputs of 466 to 10,000 kilowatts. They power series-built and displacement yachts as well as mega-yachts. They are complemented by standardized automation systems for monitoring and control of the propulsion plant.

Completing the product portfolio is MTU ValueCare service support at over 1,200 locations around the world. Service includes engine maintenance, spare parts supply, and remanufacturing of engine components and complete drive systems.

NICOVERkEN MARINE SERVICES B.V. Algerastraat 20 3125 BS Schiedam, The Netherlands T +31 (0)10 238 0999 F +31 (0)10 238 0988 E info@nicoverken.nl I www.nicoverken.nl Contact: Jacco Vermunt Distributor, 24/7 service & spare parts agent of marine equipment.

In our programme there are stainless steel marine pipes and drains, filtration, anti-fouling & cathodic protection, reverse osmosis desalinators (water makers), wastewater treatment, vacuum sanitary systems for yachts, deck equipment (doors & hatches) and watertight sliding door systems.

Our Ship Repair department is specialised in the overhaul of all types of main and auxiliary engines, including attachments i.e. governors, turbochargers, fuel equipment and the sales of spare parts and engines. We are capable of crankshaft grinding. Our service is 24/7 worldwide!

OPACMARE S.R.L. via Luigi Einaudi, 150/154 10040 Rivalta (Torino), Italy T +39 (0)11 904 5411 F +39 (0)11 909 3022 E info@opacmare.it I www.opacmare.com Contact: Cristina Moisa Opacmare designs and produces accessories for the nautical market with a high level of quality and innovation.

We are developing products (standard or customized) and services able to meet the needs and the requirements of our customers, the most important shipyards in the World.

PIENING PROPELLER Am Altendeich 83 D-25348 Glueckstadt, Germany T +49 (0)4124 9168-0 F +49 (0)4124 3716 E pein@piening-propeller.de I www.piening-propeller.de Contact: Mathias Pein Noise reduction relies upon the quiet operation of a yacht´s propulsion system.

Piening Propeller fulfils its briefs in: Consideration of all hydrodynamic aspects during the design and an accurate manufacturing of propellers and shafts. The company is approved by all common classification societies.

Repairs and adjustments of propellers are done with the same care as new builds. Piening Propellers scope of supply includes: Propellers from 500 mm upwards Shafts up to a several length of 12,000 mm Sterntubes with sealings and bearings Gearboxes type ZF

RAFA SHIPwINDOwS Ambachtsweg 28 3831 KB Leusden The Netherlands T +31 (0)33 494 50 40 F +31 (0)33 495 05 74 E info@rafa.nl I www.rafa.nl Contact: Vivian Zoetmulder RAFA Shipwindows is an efficient and dynamic organisation specialising in glazing and the production of top quality aluminium and brass window frames fitted with all kind of glazing.

All windows are custom-made and are developed in close cooperation with the principles and are class approved supplied.

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SCHAFFRAN PROPELLER + SERVICE GMBH Bei der Gasanstalt 6-8 D-23560 Lübeck – Germany T +49 (0)451 58323-0 F +49 (0)451 58323-23 E info@schaffran-propeller.de I www.schaffran-propeller.de Contact: Matthias Eckert Designing and manufacturing of

custom made propellers, complete shaft installations as well as hydraulically operated controllable pitch propellers. Particular emphasis is being put on high efficiency with low fuel consumption as well as the minimisation of noise and vibration for all ship propulsion systems.

Schaffran is approved by all common classification societies.

Range of products: – Fixed pitch propellers acc. ISO 484 class ‘S’ or class ‘I’ – Controllable pitch propellers acc.

ISO 484 class ‘S’ or class ‘I’ – Propeller- and intermediate shafts up to a length of 16 m – Stern tubes with sealings & bearings – Shaft brackets, Nozzles – Repair-, assembly- and spare part service

wINEL B.V. P.O. Box 70, 9400 AB Assen The Netherlands T +31 (0)592 366 060 F +31 (0)592 312 392 E sales@winel.nl I www.winel.nl Contact: Bert Knijp Winel is a major supplier to the large yachts market, offering a wide range of unique premium quality shell doors, platforms, pantographic doors, transom doors, bulwark doors, hatches and watertight doors. For these custom made masterpieces we use proven concepts as the basis, coupled with smart technical solutions to optimize our products. Wishes of our customers can be incorporated without compromise.

G.J.wORTELBOER JR. B.V. Quarantaineweg 5, 3089 KP Rotterdam P.O. Box 5003, 3008 AA Rotterdam Harbournr: 2637 The Netherlands T +31 (0)10 429 2222 F +31 (0)10 429 6459 E info@wortelboer.nl I www.wortelboer.nl Yachts are always a real treat to look at and the anchors and the chain cables should look fantastic as well.

Wortelboer supplies chain cables and anchors to yacht builders all over the world. Our super mirror-polished

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Bulk supply by RTW and packed lubes will be delivered on individual request.

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great start to 2017 I was once again fortunate enough this year to be included as one of the 242,000 visitors to the boot Düsseldorf show, which boasts a tremendous atmosphere and seventeen exhibition halls. Over the course of nine days, more than 1,800 exhibitors from 70 different countries showcased products, innovations and trends within the industry. I spent most of the day relishing my time in the halls dedicated to the superyacht industry, filled with enthusiastic visitors and exhibitors alike. I met with several members of the Deutsche Yachten association, such as Yachtlite, and viewed their quality, illuminating, three-dimensional letterings and logos that give any yacht that extra touch of elegance and radiant charisma.

evening programme was an experiential historical one, with a focus on the Viking Age. We visited the Gaiahallen where we sampled the local beer (Gaia) and viewed the Viking ship “Gaia”. This was proceeded with a venture into the woods for some outdoor activities (throwing axes and archery), dinner, beer, a performance by Stella Polaris, all neatly rounded off with coffee and dessert.

The following day, after a much welcomed later start, we visited the Jotun Vindal factory before devouring lunch and heading home.

Look out for a full article on Jotun in issue 2 of SuperYacht Industry.

From 15 to 17 February I was invited by Jotun in Sandefjord Norway for a press tour. Firstly, I would like to thank the KLM pilot who successfully and safely landed the plane after two attempts in the heavy fog.

Secondly, I would like to thank Jotun for organising the press tour; the presentations were interesting, we were given a great behind-the-scenes tour in the Jotun Lab, and we visited the Jotun Museum. The

There is nothing left to say apart from – see you there!

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