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Sail GP

Emirates Great Britain deliver when it counts to win

KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix | Sydney

 Disappointment for Australia as they pay the price from a penalty in the start box in the Final

SYDNEY - 9 February, 2025: Emirates Great Britain has caused an upset at the KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix | Sydney today, knocking the favoured Australian team off the top step in the Final on Sydney’s iconic Harbour.

Tom Slingsby’s Australia Team were served a penalty in the start box of the Final by umpires, sending them to the back as Dylan Fletcher’s Emirates Great Britain and Giles Scott’s Canada fought for the honours ahead. “Personally, it’s massive when you know Sydney is where SailGP started in 2019 and where I started my journey, so to come back here and win is amazing. I’m just really proud of the whole team and how they’ve included me in it when I’ve obviously been learning a lot and making a lot of mistakes so I think there’s more to come.” Fletcher said, speaking about his team’s win.

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Sail GP

AUSTRALIA DOMINATES OPENING DAY OF ITM NEW ZEALAND SAIL GRAND PRIX IN AUCKLAND

  The Australian’s have secured pole position in the leaderboard following the opening day of the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix in Auckland, with their APAC rivals New Zealand finishing in fourth place.

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Australia’s full-custom superyacht builder Echo Yachts
commences construction of world’s largest sailing catamaran superyacht

ASC57: 57m Adventure Sailing Catamaran

  Australia’s custom superyacht builder Echo Yachts has commenced construction of their latest creation, the ASC57, at their superyacht building facility in the Australian Marine Complex, Western Australia. This groundbreaking project brings together industry leaders from across the globe. In partnership with renowned Dutch sailing yacht designers Dykstra Naval Architects and Australia’s leading aluminium multihull experts One2Three Naval Architects, Echo Yachts will deliver the world’s largest sailing catamaran to date.

Drawing inspiration from Echo Yachts’ 2023 newbuild motor yacht M/Y Charley 2, the ASC57 sailing yacht will feature similar luxury accommodation, a vast array of water toys, and helicopter landing capabilities. 

However, this superyacht introduces a twin-Dynarig sail system by Southern Spars, paired with Dykstra’s sleek and refined sailing yacht aesthetics. As a result of the addition of sail power, a regenerative power system will be installed, utilising twin shaft generators and a battery storage system to allow for silent running under sail. With a CPP driveline, this system also allows the vessel to utilise the main engines without the need to run separate generators to power the vessel more efficiently when motoring. 

With its hydrodynamic efficient aluminium hulls, full sail-powered propulsion, power regeneration and deployment options, the ASC57 offers significant eco-friendly performance advantages and greener modes of operation compared to traditional motor yachts.

Project Overview:

Echo Yachts are teamed with two renowned sailing and aluminium multihull design firms to deliver the ASC57 project. An extremely efficient aluminium hull form is complemented by twin Dynarigs providing a total sail area of some 1660 m2 for eco-efficient long range cruising. Weight reduction, simplicity and ease of operation will further characterize this project.

The renowned Dykstra Naval Architects, of Amsterdam in The Netherlands, are providing the yacht’s exterior styling, layout and naval architecture, with an enviable list of project credentials including their iconic sailing yacht projects such as S/Y Black Pearl and S/Y Hetairos. Detailed naval architecture and structural design are being performed by Australian firm One2Three Naval Architects, the same aluminium and multihull design experts responsible for the Naval Architecture of the international award winning 84m aluminium trimaran superyacht M/Y White Rabbit delivered in 2018, and 56m catamaran superyacht M/Y Charley 2 delivered in 2023.

This new large-scale catamaran sailing yacht project sees Echo Yachts expand on their proven custom motor yacht construction capabilities, into the large sailing yacht market.

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ATL / Noosa Marine

DuFLEX kits deliver access and adventure

Composites are the key to a lightweight, low maintenance “big ute on water” under construction at Noosa Marine.

 Noosa River will soon welcome a state-of-the-art, Roger Hill-designed hybrid multihull, with all the aesthetic appeal of “Noosa style” and the capacity to accommodate 52 passengers, including 14 wheelchairs. Pitched as a totally inclusive cruise experience, the new boat is under construction at Noosa Marine, where Director, Julian Griffiths is overseeing a team of two labourers working on this unique 12-metre by 6-metre vessel.

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Cure Marine

Australian 55-Foot Carbon Fibre Catamaran Lightest in Class

The new Cure 55GT nears launch, sets new standards in weight and performance and utilises in-house composites technology.

Coolum Beach, Sunshine Coast — Production of the new Cure 55 catamaran is on schedule, with boat #1 due to launch in Q4 this year. Boats 2, 3 and 4 are hot on its heels.

The Cure 55GT is being hand-crafted by the Cure Marine in-house team of highly-skilled, world-class shipwrights in a dedicated Coolum Beach facility. With a full carbon fibre hull and integrated carbon fibre longeron and forebeam, the Cure 55 showcases a commitment to lightweight construction combined with structural integrity. Equipped with Harken deck hardware, North Sails 3Di sails and self-tacking jib and B&G instruments, the Cure 55GT ensures precision control and optimal performance. Dual articulating helms provide intuitive handling, whilst a Yanmar 57HP diesel engine and 29kW Meteor/Safiery electrical system guarantee reliable power and efficiency.

Production of the Cure 55GT catamaran has its foundations in the ‘Designed For Manufacture’ principle, underpinned and supported by some of the latest technology currently in use in global boat building.

Designed and built on the Australian Sunshine Coast, the Cure 55GT integrates over 3kW of solar power and a full electric galley, emphasising sustainability and self-sufficiency at sea. The Cure 55GT’s power-to-weight ratio ensures exceptional performance without compromising on comfort.

Renowned naval architect Paul Bury led the design process, supported by Cure Marine’s dedicated in-house design team.

“Here at Cure Marine, we are proud of our Australian heritage and our team of world-class boat builders. We’re striving to push the boundaries of what is possible in contemporary catamaran design and manufacturing. The new all-carbon Cure 55GT will be a stand-out in its class and we’re thrilled to reveal this exciting new vessel to the world very soon.” — Carl Bird. CEO, Cure Marine

www.curemarine.com.au/

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Dream Yacht Sales

If the idea of owning a cat appeals but the cost and the hassle don’t, a yachtshare opportunity could be just what you need – and it can also get you a sought-after Bali Catsmart. Dream Fractional eliminates many of the barriers for would-be yacht owners with a much lower buy-in cost.

Owners reap the benefit of the world recognised expertise of Dream Yacht Global in yacht sales, boat ownership programs and over 40 worldwide yacht charter destinations, and the team’s local knowledge and experience with Queensland Yacht Charter’s, Dream Yacht Sales and Bali Catamarans. The Bali Catsmart yachtshare opportunity in the Whitsundays is an exclusive offer of up to 8 shares in the owner’s version of the Bali Catsmart, which provides unprecedented living space with a dedicated private owner’s suite, complete with spacious ensuite, plus two further guest cabins with shared ensuite for friends and family.

The Catsmart comes prepared for long distance cruising, with an ergonomic fully-equipped galley, a Code Zero sail, a watermaker and a full-spec air-conditioning system for your comfort. The Catsmart delivers all the unique features of the Bali catamaran range. There’s a maxi saloon lounge for 10 guests and a large chart table facing the sea, both of which are models of ergonomics and comfort. The ergonomically designed galley is located forward, meaning it sits central between the saloon and the forward cockpit, which means easy service either for interior dining or for alfresco meals and snacks in the forward cockpit and sunbathing area through the galley’s forward window.

A key feature of Bali cats is the large tilt door that lifts the aft bulkhead and seamlessly connects the back of the boat to the front. This results in exceptional light, ventilation and clear open space without equal, creating more than 66 square metres of usable living space. The aft cockpit offers a place to relax, as well as providing stowage for all your gear, and the helm stations are accessible from both sides of the boat so the helmsman does not have to be alone. The open space design means there are plenty of areas to choose from so you and your guests can be together or can find privacy.

Thanks to a wider sail plan and a boom lowered to the level of the coach roof for improved accessibility, the Catsmart is an extremely easy-to-handle boat that offers superb sailing pleasure. With twin helms aft on port and starboard, handling is effortless.

Dream Yacht Australia’s Managing Director Mr Christophe Vanek – who has acquired over 30 years of experience in professional yacht racing including three America’s Cup challenges, Maxi Multihull racing on the international circuit, 15 Sydney to Hobarts, and who is a qualified RYA Yachtmaster Offshore – offers

share owners the unique opportunity of coaching and tuition with the purchase of a share in the Bali Catsmart.

bali-catamarans.com.au

SPECIFICATIONS

Length (LOA)                        12.84 metres

Beam                                     7.07 metres

Displacement                        11.4 tonnes

Draft                                      1.22 metres

Range                                    400 nautical miles under engine

Engines                                  2 x 29 to 47,5 hp*, Sail drive

Number of cabins
Owner’s Version                     3

Classification                          CE Category: Cat. A 10 persons

Base price
(Ex taxes/Owners Version)     €345,000.00

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Airlie Beach Race Week

Young kids added to mix for Ocean Dynamics and Mount Gay Airlie Beach Race Week

Dale Mitchell will skipper M32 World. Photo Shirley Wodson, ABRW.

Entries for Ocean Dynamics and Mount Gay Airlie Beach Race Week 2024 continue to grow and among the latest, with two boats in the running, is local Michel Van Der Zwaard, whose two kids have been added to one of his boats for the 36th running of Airlie Beach Race Week, to be held from 8-15 August.

Van Der Zwaard’s daughters, Grace (10) and Mia (7), along with older school girls Jazz and Demi, are among the crew on his MC38 Black Jack 38. The boat, formerly owned by Peter Harburg, is entered in the Performance Racing Division.

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Yacht Share Mariner

Halyna, the Bali 4.4 Yacht Share

Halyna, the Bali 4.4, managed by Yacht Share Mariner, is currently operating from Hamilton Island Marina – located less than a kilometer from the check in counter at the Hamilton Island Airport.  Book in with the marina and Milly will arrange a transfer for you.  Halyna’s berth in the marina is #RS 4, which is across the road from the ING supermarket, and they  will do your provisioning if you request it.

A 1/8th. share in Halyna with an entitlement of up to 6 weeks on the water per year is $225,000 and there is a management fee of $1,450 per month. The yacht spends 7 months in the Whitsundays and 5 months between Sydney and Port Stephens during the summer.

Hamilton Island is the beating heart of the Whitsunday Islands, and the nearest anchorage is less than a half an hour away from the marina entrance. When you return from your cruise you simply call for the concierge service at the marina office and they will assist with your refueling and berthing.

At the check in Jennie Howcroft from Elite Marine Services will check you in and arrange any work that may need doing.

Because the capital and running costs of Halyna are shared your expense at the end of the day will be a fraction of what it would otherwise be. If you are quick you could still be lucky.

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Elicia Group

Elica Group announces launch of luxury power catamaran brand Omaya Yachts

The OMAYA 50.

Bulgarian family owned business, Elica Group, has announced the launch of its luxury power catamaran brand Omaya Yachts, with its first model, the OMAYA 50, hitting the water this summer. With the group’s 30 years of experience in manufacturing, a focus on quality, transparency and a hunger for manufacturing best-in-class yachts, the next phase of corporate growth points to Elica Yard. Situated on the banks of the Danube and where Omaya’s yachts are created, the yard is aiming to lead the manufacture of luxury power catamarans for the private and charter markets.

Kaloyan Radulov.

Kaloyan Radulov, co-founder and CEO of Omaya Yachts and Elica Yard, said: “Being on the water has always been a passion of our family and runs deep in our DNA. It was a natural progression for Elica Group to develop a range of serial-production yachts with the aim of building the very best power catamarans. We’re confident the OMAYA 50 will turn heads and are excited to introduce her to the world.”

The OMAYA 50.

The vast corporate investment in Elica Yard has enhanced its 15,000 sqm facilities and modernised operations to accommodate cutting-edge technologies for producing turnkey yacht projects. This has resulted in streamlining the shipbuilding process, reducing costs and achieving high quality of the vessels it produces.

The first of Omaya’s yachts, the OMAYA 50, is a 50ft luxury catamaran with a best-in-class beam of 8.4 metres, which provides unrivalled additional space within the lower deck and cabins, as well as its generous saloon living space. The bow area’s layout is focused on creating comfortable social areas which ensures lazy days soaking up the sun can be enjoyed. Boasting large sunbeds, ample comfortable seating areas and open deck space, the yacht is designed with socialising and entertaining in mind, with the potential of longer-term living on board, not just holidays.

Available in two configurations for the lower deck, with the owner version providing a large master cabin covering the entire port side complete with a double bed, sofa, desk and vanity area, integrated wardrobe and large ensuite offering double basins and a full standing shower. Two further double guest cabins are on the starboard side with ensuite bathrooms and an additional crew cabin.

For more information on Omaya Yachts and the OMAYA 50, please visit https://www.omaya-yachts.com

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Iliad Catamarans

ILIAD Catamarans’ Multihull of the Year Winner to Shine at 2024 Sydney International Boat Show

The ILIAD 53F – voted Multihull of the Year - will be on display at the Sydney International Boat Show.

The ILIAD 53F, winner of the 2024 Multihull of the Year award, will be a major drawcard for visitors to the 2024 Sydney International Boat Show from 1 – 4 August.

ILIAD Catamarans will be showcasing the highly acclaimed long-range power catamaran in Darling Harbour with inspection bookings now available.

The ILIAD 53F has been enthusiastically embraced by international powercat buyers who appreciate its remarkable range, huge living spaces and extraordinary quality of finish.  The model enjoyed its US debut at the 2024 Miami International Boat Show in February where it was immediately sold.

The luxurious power catamaran features one of the highest bridgedeck clearances in her market segment, with a high freeboard to deliver comfortable cruising in challenging offshore conditions.

Distinguished by her outstanding interior living space, including a generous forward lounge, internal helm station and dining for 6-8 people, the ILIAD 53F has panoramic windows delivering natural light and superb views from every angle.  Equipped with the finest European appliances, the galley is designed for stylish entertaining, and her expansive benches, full-size refrigerator and freezer, and remarkable storage make her ideal for extended cruising adventures.

Accommodation onboard is spacious and beautifully designed with the master suite encompassing an entire hull and featuring an oversized island queen bed, panoramic windows, generous headroom and large ensuite.

The ILIAD 53F boasts exceptional outdoor space for entertaining and relaxing, and the cockpit features a bar area and dining setting for up to ten guests. The flybridge sets a new reference in use of space, features and comfort. The tender platform is ideal for safe sea access when swimming or diving and makes a superb sunbathing spot when the tender is deployed.

The ILIAD 53F is powered by 440hp Volvo or Yanmar engines (Cummins optional) delivering a top speed of 21 knots (lightship), and cruising long range at low speeds will afford more than 2,500 nautical miles.

The ILIAD 53 Series has been extremely successful for ILIAD Catamarans with the ILIAD 53S (sedan version) and new ILIAD 53E (Hybrid electric version) offering buyers a choice of impressive designs to suit their needs.

The shipyard’s range also comprises the ILIAD 62 and the recently unveiled ILIAD 75 flagship model.

Appointments to inspect the ILIAD 53F at the Sydney International Boat Show can be made by visiting
https://iliadcatamarans.com/events/2024-sydney-international-boat-show/.

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SCIBS

SALES, SALES, SALES! BUMPER SANCTUARY COVE INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW MORE THAN DELIVERS

Huge crowds and great weather for the 35^th Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show added up to an event exhibitors have praised as “exceptional”.

Setting records was the number of boats on the water – 356 in total, up 41 on last year – delivering an unparalleled display of marine power and beauty for everyone who attended.

Johan Hasser, General Manager of Mulpha Events, said his team was overwhelmed with the public response to the 35^th show and delighted with the results reported by exhibitors in terms of leads and sales. “SCIBS is about building relationships with marine enthusiasts, it’s the Show where the marine business does business, and we are confident that this year’s Show has done exactly that for our 335 exhibitors,” he said. “At the same time, crowds of 43,741 have had the pleasure of viewing 102 new product launches, 767 boats and over 2500 marine products at our biggest show yet.”

Mark Richards, CEO of GB Marine Group, said SCIBS 2024 was the best boat show in the 25 years he’s been attending. “It’s also an important show for our Grand Banks and Palm Beach brands,” he said.

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Sail GP

Australia’s dramatic capsize caused by “tech malfunction” ruins their chances in Halifax

High winds delayed the ability to crane all ten F50s into the water, with only eight teams able to make the start line

HALIFAX, CANADA - June 3 2024 - The ROCKWOOL Canada Sail Grand Prix witnessed a disastrous turn of events as Tom Slingsby’s Australia SailGP Team encountered a dramatic capsize caused by a tech malfunction, sending shockwaves among fans who watched on from the Halifax shoreline.

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Makai Power Catamarans

The MAKAI M37 Journey

Around the Mediterranean

A Bold Journey to Palma

After a successful launch and testing in early April, and just a few days after its final completion, it embarked on a long journey from Split, Croatia, to Sicily, and then heading to Palma. The weather conditions were far from ideal; from rough seas to extreme winds, but all of this effort was made for the boat to arrive for its world premiere at the Palma International Boat Show.

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Fusion Marine

Raptor 11m RIB

  A scintillating new Kiwi-designed America’s Cup 40 chase boat hit the water in Auckland in late April.

Built by Fusion Marine Boat Builders in Silverdale, it showed its paces before being packed up and shipped off to its new Swedish owners. A stepped-hull design powered by twin Yamaha 300hp outboard motors, this new craft’s sleek lines shout performance. And performance there is, topping out at 55.2 knots or 102kph.

Built specifically to service the AC40 fleet in upcoming America’s Cup Youth and Women’s regattas, the craft is built to meet exacting requirements.

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