Organizers of one of world’s largest in-water shows, the Cannes Yachting Festival, announced on August 21st that they are moving forward with the event scheduled for September 8-13. It was confirmed after the French government said that major events, including Cannes Yachting Festival 2020, can be held again after September 1st. At least this was what I have received in my inbox on 21st. “After many weeks of uncertainty in light of the context, and intensive discussions with our … [Read more...]
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Bavaria C65, the Prestigious German Yacht Builder’s New Flagship
Bavaria C65 is the newest and at the same time the biggest sailing yacht built by the prestigious German Yard. They say in the brochure that this model is a perfect balance between elegant design, spacious accommodation and fast sailing. A nicely formed hull with a steep stern, a long waterline of almost 18 meters and a draft of 3.5 meters all ensure steady handling at sea. A 6.5 tons keel provides the requisite up-righting; it is engaged with the forces of the rig and hull in conjunction with a … [Read more...]
Aston Martin AM37 – The Revival of the Runabout
The 37-foot Aston Martin AM37 powerboat made its world debut at the Monaco Yacht Show last year (2016), marking the luxury British brand’s entry into the nautical world. The new day-cruiser is offered in two versions with the AM37S expected to reach speeds of 50 knots. The AM37 is the result of two years of research and development, challenging the status quo of the nautical world and combining the best in innovative technology and craftsmanship. The AM37 was a true team effort, bringing in … [Read more...]
Azimut Yachts Hits Again With Azimut Grande 35 Metri
The Azimut Grande 35 Metri has been built as the best quality ship in Grande category. Metri means meters in Italian, it's a plural. The entire superstructure and hardtop are made of pure carbon fiber, which Azimut uses with to increase the volume of the structures, and so, to offer more space and comfort without adding weight to the boat. They used epoxy, "the non plus ultra of resins", along carbon, because of its superior mechanical characteristics the normal resin has. [source: … [Read more...]
News from Azimut – The Amazing Azimut S7
The new S class from Azimut, Azimut S7, will make its debut this September 2017, at Cannes Yachting Festival. It's my pleasure to present it to you shortly before you will have the opportunity to admire it there, or even to order one in the future. [source for all pics] Azimut S7 Technical Data It uses laminated carbon fiber to superstructure. It has a triple Volvo IPS propulsion system installed on hydrodynamic optimized hull shape, with up to 35% reduction compared to shaft line. … [Read more...]