Innholdsfortegnelse for February 2018 i Boat International US Edition

I have waxed lyrical about the virtues of semi-custom production on this page before, but for those with short memories let me say simply: I really like it. There’s a lot to be said for a boat with a proven hull and engineering that you can still stamp a bit of personality on. You might end up with the same model as the couple down the quay but you also don’t have to wait three or more years for a custom new build. Life’s short, let’s not forget. We’ve got a great selection of semi-custom boats for you this issue, but the one that stands out for me is the quite remarkable Sanlorenzo SX88. If you’ve ever complained that there’s a lack of innovation and originality in yacht design, then…

Semi-custom yachts were traditionally the preserve of the sub-100ft market but we are seeing a distinct trend towards larger boats of this type. While the graphic, right, shows the number of superyacht launches remaining stable, it doesn’t show their changing size: the average length of a semi-custom superyacht today is 99ft 8in, but the average under construction is significantly higher at 108ft 7in. The 98-131ft segment is a big driver of this, with 59 projects in build, but there are 43 semi-custom yachts on order in the 164ft-plus segment too. Christos Ramnialis, general manager at Benetti, says: “Because custom yachts are getting bigger, so the entry level of semi-custom yachts has increased in length as well.” For Benetti, the growth sector has been 131-164ft – rising by 11.2 per cent…

TWINKLING TOPSIDES Keizer Yachts has concocted a hull coating that contains real diamonds to create a “multichromatic reflection.” Real life paint specialist AkzoNobel is reportedly going to produce it. It’s so absurd that we kind of like it. Hope it comes with a free pair of sunglasses. WHAT JET LAG? With tech from Stanford University, the Lumos Smart Sleep Mask lets you set your own sleep schedule using an app – whatever daylight is doing outside. Set it for your flight and wake up in the right time zone. GRAVE ROBBERY Warships containing the remains of Allied and Japanese World War II servicemen are being destroyed by salvagers, says The Guardian. The wrecks around Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore are being blown apart for scrap metal by divers.…

EIGHTEEN 2 €3.5 MILLION The 78ft explorer motor yacht listed for sale at bluewater has had a €1.3m price reduction. Built by Van Der Heijden and delivered in 2016, she has only 70 hours on her engines. She sleeps eight guests. VICTORIA DEL MAR $23.8 MILLION The 164ft tri-deck motor yacht, listed for sale at Fraser, has received a $1m price reduction. Built in GRP by Delta Marine, she was delivered in 2006 with a major interior refit in 2014. She sleeps up to 14 guests. DOLCE VITA €5.5 MILLION The 105ft motor yacht, listed for sale at Northrop & Johnson, has had a €1m price reduction. Built in GRP by Numarine, she was delivered in 2017. A capacious interior by Can Yalman sleeps eight guests. PARTY GIRL $15.9 MILLION…

DENIM JACKET Berluti’s new designer, Haider Ackermann, took the classic denim jacket and gave it a stylish update. It provides a striking way to ward off evening breezes. POA, berluti.com CARRYALL Louis Vuitton men’s designer Kim Jones has added a graphic punch to the label’s signature luggage with an eye-catching take on the classic monogram. POA, louisvuitton.com POLO Under creative director Alessandro Michele, Gucci is known for its more-is-better style. But items like this warm weather polo prove that the brand still has room for classic simplicity. The collar detail is packed with Italian swagger. $495, gucci.com SUNGLASSES With dark lenses set against opaque white frames, these sunglasses from Giorgio Armani have an unmistakably retro feel and provide essential dockside chic. $280, sunglasshut.com HENLEY Slightly more formal than a T-shirt,…

Founded in Grenoble, France, in 1952, Moncler manages to blur the lines between high-performance sportswear and high fashion. Now based in Italy under the direction of CEO Remo Ruffini, its ski-focused Grenoble collection was a highlight of the autumn catwalks during New York Fashion Week. This sweater, featuring bold geometric stripes in an insulating, breathable wool blend, is at home both on the slopes and in the city. Grenoble crew neck sweater, $560, store.moncler.com Stratispheric Scott Group Studio specializes in yacht and private jet interiors. Its new “Stratis” carpet collection is inspired by patterns and textures found in nature. Made in Michigan, using only natural fibers, it features wool, cashmere and silk woven into subtle graphic designs. Bespoke carpets and rugs are available. POA,…

FINDING NEMO MAY NOT BE PART OF THE ONBOARD MOVIE COLLECTION OF SUPERYACHT BARBARA, but it is exactly what the crew had to do when a clownfish disappeared from the yacht’s aquarium. The story has a happy ending, in real life as well as on screen. The product of an experienced designer-builder-owner team, 290ft Barbara is a traveling beach house with roots in the natural world of the Asia Pacific region. As of November 2017, nine months after delivery, the yacht had already sailed from Alblasserdam in the Netherlands, where Oceanco built her, to Turkey, Greece, Venice, Antibes, Golfe-Juan, Sardinia, the Amalfi Coast, Corsica and then Dubai. Docked across from Queen Elizabeth 2 at Port Rashid in the UAE when I catch up with her, Barbara is easy to spot…

1 DUBAI Dubai Harbour Designed to expand Dubai’s yacht capacity by 50 per cent, the 19.3 million sq ft Dubai Harbour will incorporate a 440ft lighthouse tower. Located alongside world-renowned Palm Island, the 1,400 berth marina, for vessels up to 280ft, will also offer a cruise ship terminal, retail space, events arena, shopping mall and yacht club. Scheduled opening : TBC meraas.com 2 ITALY Cala del Forte, Ventimiglia Just 8nm from Monaco, Cala del Forte marina will add 171 berths – ranging from 20ft to 200ft – to this packed stretch of coastline. Developed by Société Monégasque Internationale Portuaire, an organization owned by the Monaco government, upon completion it will have a variety of shops, cafés and either a lift or funicular to take visitors to the historical Ventimiglia Old…

ANTARCTICA 54°48'31.8"S 68°18'13.5"W Situated 535nm from King George Island, Ushuaia lies in the southern fjords of Argentina and has hosted the likes of 413ft Octopus and 157ft Hanse Explorer, though vessels up to 650ft can berth here. SVALBARD 78°13'45.2"N 15°36'01.1"E For chilly escapades to the Arctic north, the bare-bones port of Longyearbyen is your best bet. Bleak yet beautiful, it usually hosts cruise ships, but in recent years has welcomed 147ft Latitude and 140ft Asgard. PAPUA NEW GUINEA 4°11'54.8"S 152°09'54.5"E Start your adventure in Rabaul, a ghost town after the eruption of Mount Tavurvur in 1994. It does have a lively port – 147ft Blue Star was here in 2015 – with deep-water facilities for vessels up to 500ft and a yacht club. EASTERN RUSSIA 64°25'17.6"N 173°13'43.4"W Those seeking geysers…

What is it: Aurora, the smallest boat that Lürssen has delivered since 2014 - but at 243ft she still ranks among the world's 200 largest superyachts. Why we love it: Her exterior by Winch Design evokes the romance of classic transatlantic liners, including the dashing navy-striped mast base and plenty of stylish portholes. The interior, by the same studio, continues the theme with art deco styling (the boat was known as Project Gatsby during the build). Design genius: Mar an Yacht & Ship, which managed the project, says the owner wanted a big volume family yacht so that individuals wouldn't feel they were on top of one another. This translates into lots of intimate and personal spaces - and a wealth of on-water gizmos. And if that idea goats your…

Angela Audretsch Angela stumbled across her first superyacht nearly a decade ago and has been writing about them ever since. A Canadian in London, she has chased superyachts, stories and champagne from Oman to Monaco. This month she looks ahead to a year of exciting semi-custom launches (page 31). Which of the boats in the feature had you yearning the hardest? I love the Numarine 26XP – an unassuming but robust mini explorer, perfect for tucking into out-of-the-way bays. The hybrid Adler Suprema X is also inspired Why buy semi-custom? If you are cash rich but time poor, the long build times of a custom yacht can be off-putting, but equally the desire for something that is unique can rule out production models. Semi-custom is the perfect solution Eddie Jordan…

SALT IN HIS VEINS “Looking back from the perspective of a life afloat, I still have no firm idea why I took to the sea. I just fell in love with it, with its promise of adventure, and I was fascinated with sailing ships,” writes yacht designer Ron Holland in chapter one of his memoir All The Oceans: Designing by the seat of my pants. Born in New Zealand to “landlubbers,” Holland attracted the attention of the national newspaper at 13 for hopping onto an 18ft boat and sailing to Waiheke Island off Auckland. He loathed school until a clever teacher put a naval textbook in his hands. He was just 19 when he designed his first yacht. Holland, who has shaped the sailing and yachting world for decades –…

It was cycling that brought Sir Paul Smith to fashion, the British designer explains, sitting in his cluttered office in London’s Covent Garden. With every surface piled high with books and toys, with every inch of wall taken up by paintings and photographs, it’s almost possible to miss the clues – the bikes stacked against the walls and the piles of cycling jerseys. Many of these machines and tops come from his friends: UK cyclists Chris Froome, Chris Hoy, Mark Cavendish and Bradley Wiggins. It turns out this is a man who wanted to be a pro cyclist before he’d ever contemplated creating a suit, shirt or tie. “The start of my love of cycling was just the purchase of a nice racing bike by my dad when I was…

There seems to be a cornucopia out there of smartwatches to choose from, be it ultra-luxurious, high-tech or somewhere in between, all with a dazzling range of functions. For those craving something lavish, there’s the Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon, its first smartwatch. Unlike other luxury smartwatches on the market, Louis Vuitton hewed closely to the brand’s travel ethos and added a slew of dedicated functions like My Flight, which keeps track of all your travel information, and LV Guide, which gives you insider information on major cities like New York, London and Beijing. The Tambour Horizon comes in three variations, all powered by Android Wear: Graphite, Monogram and Black. Their faces and dials are customizable, and there are numerous strap options, so you can match your Tambour to your Neverfull…

WHAT A RACKET Today’s tennis gear is generally a far cry from the formality of yesteryear’s all-white dress code. To restore a little vintage charm to the game, Parker Thatch has introduced a cotton canvas racket carrier. Roomy enough for two rackets, it can be monogrammed and comes with bold racing stripes. $325 parkerthatch.com HIDING AWAY Sol y Luna is known for its tailored leather-sheathed accessories. Using wood and leather from the Chaco region of Argentina and Paraguay, the artisans offer on- the-go goods, from thermoses (pictured) to coolers, gardening tools and picnic cases, along with furniture. $140, moncxiii.com RUB DOWN John Robshaw, best known for his ebullient Indian textiles, riffs on a traditional Thai ikat for his Dita Lotus beach towel. The designer has played with scale, color and…

Bruce Grossman’s life on the water started with a bang. “It was an old Chris-Craft in Tampico,” he says, pointing to a monochrome image of a classic speedboat, a blurry figure at the helm, framed on the salon wall of his 179ft ISA yacht Forever One . “That belonged to my grandfather. One of the first Chris-Crafts in the world – all wood. In those days you had to open up the exhaust vents before you started the engines. The captain got drunk one night and forgot to open them up, so the boat blew up. That was a heartbreaker. My grandfather never bought another boat.” But it was only the start of the younger Grossman’s love affair with the sea. The family is, as he puts it, “in the…

LOA 290' LWL 250' 5" Beam 47' 5" Draft 13' 1" Gross tonnage 2,984GT Engines 2 x 4,000hp MTU 4000 V20 M73L Speed max/cruise 19/16 knots Range at 12 knots 8,300nm Generators 3 x 498kW MTU 2000 12V M51A; 1 x 227kW Volvo Penta D9 MG Fuel capacity 90,411 gallons Freshwater capacity 27,500 gallons Tenders 2 x Vikal Owners/guests 12 Crew 32 Construction Steel hull; aluminum superstructure Classification Lloyd’s Register 100 @ A1 SSC Yacht Mono @ G6 LMC UMS SCM MCA Certification Large Yacht Code (LY2) Naval architecture Oceanco/Azure Yacht Design and Naval Architecture Exterior styling Sorgiovanni Designs Interior design Sorgiovanni Designs Builder/year Oceanco/2017 Alblasserdam, the Netherlands t: + 377 93 10 02 81 e: info@oceanco.mc w: oceancoyacht.com…

Choosing the right marinas for your cruising schedule is important for guests as well as crew. The port should be conveniently close to the places you wish to visit and, first rule of thumb, should have pleasant, sheltered bays nearby to enjoy with your boat. There is of course the functionality checklist for services that go on behind the scenes, such as dry cleaners, good places to restock on food, drink and flowers etc. But there are front-of-house considerations too. For ladies, a good hairdresser is vital to fix the mess the ocean and jet skis create. Shopping is also important, and not just for clothes. It’s great to find nice candles for the boat or local delicacies such as a fabulous tapenade to serve guests in the afternoon. And,…

“I worked for one owner who always had different types of people on board, so I was used to that… but one summer day in the South of France things got a little out of control. He arrived with his family, then they all left for a day on shore. The owner came back in the afternoon, saying his wife and kids were still out shopping, but he had this woman with him and he introduced her as his girlfriend. They spent the afternoon on the boat together, then all of a sudden he shooed her off, and the wife and kids appeared, as if he had choreographed it all. Later I noticed the girlfriend was sitting in the restaurant across from where we were moored stern-to in the marina.…

This spring (April 4 to 15) the Commonwealth Games will be held at Gold Coast City in eastern Australia, presenting a unique opportunity to combine watching live sport with stretching out on golden beaches, diving wrecks and spotting dolphins. Sahana , which is available to charter with Northrop & Johnson, will be berthed in the heart of the action and perfectly poised to explore the coastline. DAY ONE Arrive at Gold Coast Airport, which has daily international arrivals and can accommodate private jets. Take the coastal road past the skyscrapers that line the edge of the rolling sand beach to the Marina Mirage. Enjoy welcome cocktails and supper on board, prepared on the upper deck teppanyaki grill. DAY TWO Head to the nearby Carrara Stadium to see thousands of performers,…

ANNA €65 MILLION The 219ft motor yacht has been listed for sale by Yachtzoo. Exterior and interior design is by Michael Leach, and she was built by Feadship to Lloyd’s class with delivery in 2007. The interior sleeps 17 guests. GRAND ILLUSION $11.5 MILLION This 145ft motor yacht is listed for sale by Worth Avenue Yachts. She was built in aluminum by US yard Palmer Johnson, delivered in 1994 and had a $2.5 million interior refit in 2012. She sleeps 10 guests. MIKHAIL S VORONTSOV €40 MILLION The 211ft sailing yacht is for sale at Ocean Independence. Built in mahogany by Dream Ship Victory to a design by Dykstra, she was delivered in 2013 and won a coveted Neptune at the 2014 World Superyacht Awards. U WISH $4.795 MILLION The…

Combining wit and charm with perfect framing and vivid colors, this image of golden retriever Dream piloting a Penn Yan boat perfectly captures the essence of fashion photographer Bruce Weber’s work. The photograph was taken on Spitfire Lake in the Adirondack mountains, where Weber owned a vacation estate, Camp Longwood, and the image shows a different, more homey side to Weber away from the glitz of the fashion world. While most owners (and captains) would be loath to unleash their dogs on board, animals do have a colorful and illustrious history on the oceans. In ancient times, cats were welcomed for rodent management and because of a superstitious belief in their lucky powers. More recently, notable ocean-going felines include Blackie, who found fame after Winston Churchill was photographed stroking her…

Architect and designer David Nosanchuck has made waves at the Salon Art + Design in New York City with the launch of his light fixture, Butterfly Asteroid. With it, Nosanchuck joins a cadre of talented New York designers who see lighting as more than functional, akin to illuminated sculpture. Butterfly Asteroid comes as a pendant or table light and models the meeting of the Itokawa asteroid and the limenitis arthemis butterfly. Nosanchuk points out their unexpected similarities: the ability to fly as a result of metamorphosis, and predictable flight patterns based on defined orbits and annual migrations, respectively. While the butterfly wings are made of beech wood, 3D printing and laser engraving achieve their translucency. Nosanchuk revels in combining classical craft with contemporary innovation. “While the new era of design…

Speed or style Style. It’s an age thing. If you’re younger you want speed. When you get older you want comfort and style Chef or chauffeur Chef, by a long shot Favorite watch We’re very serious watch people. If I had to choose, my Audemars are amazing Favorite beach When we were small it was our beach in Tampico, Mexico. We haven’t seen another beach like that anywhere in the world. Very big, beautiful water and we could get there without cars. There was nothing and that was amazing Favorite car We have a lot of cars. I’m a Ferrari man, but Elsa prefers Bentleys. She has those and I have my Ferraris and my Rollers, plus a couple of others. My favorite is a Ferrari GT, or a Bentley…

My first boat was my father’s 51ft former Canadian government fishery control boat, perfect for learning because it was almost indestructible. I learned to navigate by my wits, which has served me well. In 40 years of boating, I have never had an insurance claim. I’ve had a 23ft Tiara, a 45ft Bayliner, 58ft Hatteras and then a 74ft Hatteras. Chilling on a boat is not for me. I like to drive and I always take the helm for my shift. It’s almost Zen-like when you are at sea. On a clear night on the flybridge you can stare up at the stars, it’s beautiful. I sold the American assets to my wind farm business, though I still have the business in Mexico. The sale allowed me to buy my…

The primary purpose of a marina is practical – a place to refuel, restock, repair. However, over the past two decades the landscape of the industry has been revolutionized, with many marinas becoming destinations in their own right, designed to lure owners and entertain crew. These new destination marinas act as large commercial operations, complete with luxury spas, designer fashion labels, Michelin-starred restaurants and premium real estate opportunities. “Marinas have become much more than just a place to berth a yacht,” says Dan Hughes, chief operating officer of Camper & Nicholsons Marinas. “Owners, captains and their crew are looking for more. They need to feel special and looked after, with privacy and safety as standard. This then creates a reason for them to spend on the services and the experience…

Location, location, location. Owning a yacht renders this old real estate maxim moot, but when buying a berth location is definitely key. Choose wisely and your crew will be happy, your long-term cruising plans can be realized and there will even be room for your next yacht there too. “Investment in a berth makes sense for an owner who either needs the security of knowing he has the berth when he needs it, or who knows that berths have gone up in value,” says James Munn, sales and charter broker with Northrop & Johnson. The South of France is historically a sought-after area, although demand for berths was never expected to be as great as it has been. “Marina spaces were sold off to pay for the initial developments –…

The emerald islands and glittering turquoise seas of the Grenadines have been a celebrity favorite for decades, and Canouan is the jewel in this Caribbean crown. Located at the northern end of the island, and strung along the blindingly white Godhal Beach, lie the 26 colonial-style suites and six four-bedroom Lagoon Villas of the Pink Sands Club. Cruise into the island’s recently opened Glossy Bay Marina or arrive via jet on the private runway, before being whisked to the resort. Recently taken over by Mandarin Oriental in the chain’s first foray into the Caribbean, the property combines old school charm with state-of-the-art technology – use your in-room iPad to set the temperature or order a rum cocktail. Ideal for golf lovers who can play on the Jim Fazio-designed golf course,…

GOLDILOCKS Repair the damage caused by sun and sea with Oribe’s new Gold Lust pre-shampoo intensive treatment. The rejuvenating balm, which contains watermelon, lychee and edelweiss flower extracts, can be used weekly for a deeply moisturizing treatment. $68 for 4oz, oribe.com FOR ALL SEASONS Iconic beachfront Bahamian hotel The Ocean Club, which has welcomed guests since the 1960s, has become a Four Seasons Resort. Located on five miles of unspoiled beach on Paradise Island, it has Versailles-inspired gardens, three pools and five restaurants – including Dune by Michelin-starred Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten. fourseasons.com SWEET ESCAPE The first two four-bedroom properties in the Beachfront Collection at Sugar Beach, St Lucia, are now available. The private residences on the white sands of Glenconner Beach blend interior and exterior living and have infinity pools…