GG Magazine 04/18 Yachting

4/2018 SPECIAL

LIFESTYLE • PERSONALITIES • REAL ESTATE

SANLORENZO

Exceptional Yachts from the Italian Shipyard – 60 Years of Success

YACHTING POWERED BY ENGEL & VÖLKERS

NEW BUILDS & REFITS

Expert Yacht Broker Federico Bennewitz Shares his Insights and Advice

THE BAHAMAS

Where To Go, What To See – Top Tips for an Unforgettable Trip Around the Caribbean

SUPERB INTERIORS Michaela Reverberi on How to Design the Perfect Yacht Interior

All Aboard!

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YACHTING WELCOME

Dear Reader, urchasing a superyacht has always been regarded as an emotional undertaking.

While this is true, there is also nothing more fulfilling than being a part of the building process. Selecting the builder, choosing the shape of the hull, deciding how much deck space you would like and how large each interior should be is all part of the experience. There is simply no comparison to hand-picking every detail and taking part in the journey. We are seeing a rise in demand for new builds and want to assist our clients as they plot their route through this delicate process. There are currently a total of 773 superyachts being built this year alone (a slight increase over 2017) with an average length of just over 40 metres.

This confirmed our plan to dedicate the fourth GG Yachting edition to new builds and refits.

This year has brought many exciting new developments at our company, including the official appointment of Federico Bennewitz as the new Commercial Director. He will oversee the sales and charter department for the French Riviera and Monaco, as well as the ongoing growth of the sales team.

Mr. Bennewitz has over 30 years of experience in the yachting industry and has worked on many impressive new build and refit projects with such renowned brands as Perini Navi, Sanlorenzo, Viareggio Superyachts, Nautor Group, Wally, and Logica.

In our Yachting Advice column on the last page, Mr. Bennewitz shares his wealth of experience in superyacht new builds and refits. He provides valuable guidance and addresses the most difficult aspects of both processes that need to be considered before deciding to embark on such a project.

Engel & Vรถlkers Yachting aims to be a full-service yachting brokerage for its clients. Our yachting team is committed to delivering the same excellent standard of service that has come to be expected from Engel & Vรถlkers. Whether you are interested in purchasing or chartering a yacht, Engel & Vรถlkers can help navigate you through the journey.

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Anissa Mediouni

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F77 | F86 | F100

A class on her own.

The BUGARI F86 design is based on an integrated yacht concept composed of “traditional flybridge design” , “sportive open design”, “wide body design”, “raised pilot house design”.

The final result is a sportive and timeless “Fusion Design” that brings together the best of the individual design elements.

Biggest owner cabin in its class

Garage for 4,5m tender and 3,0m jetski

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YACHTING NEWS

WELL PROTECTED Our faces are exposed to particularly intensive sun rays while surrounded by water. The waterproof stick “Daylong extreme 50+” protects those areas of your skin at risk, like the lips, nose and ears, all while treating the skin to shea butter at the same time.

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ly for Bang & Olufsen, the “Earset“ is produced using the best quality materials. Both flexible and comfortable, these headphones transmit superb audio.

AQUA EXPERIENCE Bathrooms are evolving more and more into personal spas where you can take time out to escape the everyday in your own home. Shower rituals are especially crucial to this process.

“Aquamoon” by Dornbracht promises a never-before-experienced encounter with the wet element: Four newly developed water jets and fascinating plays on light come together to form a unique experience that rejuvenates bathers with a new sense of life. The main component of the construction is the dome, which is set into the ceiling.

Pure Pleasures

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Whether on board or on land, this gear inspires and invigorates – with style and sportiness galore.

FASCINATING ISLAND LIFE In her new book “Mykonos Muse” (Assouline), photographer Lizy Manola captures the many sides of the 40-square-mile paradise, from its ancient roots to its artisan inhabitants.

ELEGANT The “Travel Pen” by Minimalux is made from a single bar of lightweight aluminium – ideal for journeys.

JUST FOR FUN Made in Germany and shipped to all corners of the globe, Goodboards produces its wakeboards and kiteboards with incredible attention to detail. All as European limited editions.

FOR HER This maritime-style hat by Hèrmes will weather any storm. FOR HIM Just like a man’s skin having applied the face wash and other grooming products from the “Premium line” by Lucky Tiger.

TEXT: Alan Harper PHOTOS: Guillaume Plisson

A long-respected company with a reputation for conservatism has spent the last few years quietly transforming itself into one of the most exciting and innovative shipyards in Italian yacht building. And now SANLORENZO has arrived in the big leagues, with the launch of the magnificent 52-metre Seven Sins just the start of a whole new adventure.

CHALLENGING PERCEPTIONS

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Open to each side, illuminated from above by sunlight refracting through the glass swimming pool overhead, the beach club aboard Seven Sins makes a spectacular space.

A grand fixed dining table on Seven Sins lends formality to the upper deck, with its private saloon and an even more secluded relaxation zone over the bow.

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Perotti’s energy shows no sign of flagging. In 2016, Sanlorenzo opened a third shipyard.

The grand lobby features a Carrara marble staircase and a glass display cabinet for the Belgian owner’s artworks.

There is no mistaking the beautiful 52-metre Sanlorenzo Seven Sins, with her amazing pool on the main deck abaft the cockpit (this page, bottom right) and fantastic beach club in the stern (below), which opens out on both sides and is illuminated by refracted sunlight filtering down through the pool. Other relaxation areas aboard this most palatial of sub-500GT superyachts include a spacious upper deck (top left) as well as a comfortable and private lounging space on the bow. Her sumptuous owner’s suite, meanwhile (above, and below right), sets the standard for this size of superyacht. Another significant new launch from the shipyard, the Sanlorenzo SL102 (top), features an innovative asymmetrical layout (right) hidden within its deceptively conservative styling, which transforms the main deck. Top right: a sneak preview of the expansive and cool main deck saloon that graces the brand new 23-metre Sanlorenzo SX76.

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well. With the tender floated out of the way, the roof panel lowers to provide a central ong before anyone dreamed of applying such a word to a place where deck for the beach club, at the same time revealing – to general applause, one assumes boats were built, Sanlorenzo was a boutique shipyard. One-offs and be– the glass-bottomed swimming pool overhead, refracting dappled sunlight through spoke production motor yachts were lovingly constructed for discerning the water. It is a stunning piece of design, deceptive in its simplicity. This is where your customers by a small, skilled workforce in Ameglia, just around Punguests will want to spend their days. If the styling of Seven Sins successfully mixes the ta Bianca from La Spezia. It was in 2005 that Massimo Perotti, 48 years modern with a reassuring conservatism, then Sanlorenzo’s new fibreglass motor yacht old and looking for a challenge, bought the company. He had spent 20 model, the SL102, encases some genuinely new thinking within an entirely straightyears as Paolo Vitelli’s right-hand man at Azimut-Benetti, which at that laced shell. The shipyard is famous for the old-school sobriety of its SL flybridge motor time was building around 500 boats a year. Sanlorenzo, by contrast, had yachts, and perhaps more than any other shipyard has the happy knack of producing recently completed its 500th boat in 50 years of existence. “The shipyard designs which hardly date at all. was sleeping,” said Perotti after the acquisition. He had soon increased ut in the design office a complex balancing act is always going on, between the traproduction rates of the fibreglass boats, introduced several new models, and taken on a secditional brand values of the company and the need to bring new ideas to the market. ond shipyard to develop new lines of superyachts in steel and aluminium. Today, his energy It’s like the swan serenely gliding on the surface, with much energetic paddling down levels show no sign of flagging. In 2016, Sanlorenzo opened another yard, which can accombelow. “The superyacht models are quite modern, true enough, but still perfectly in keepmodate vessels of up to 80 metres. The first yacht to emerge from the sheds there was Seven ing with the tradition of Sanlorenzo design,” contends Perotti. “On Sins, a steel 52-metre, in 2017. “At this moment we are building two the other hand, the composite line products, that are traditionally 62-metres in steel for 2020, one 64-metre which will launch next more conservative, have recently seen more modern concepts with year, and after Seven Sins we are building five more 52 Steels taking innovative ideas that, nevertheless, respect Sanlorenzo tradition. us through to 2020,” he said. “Plus we have orders for five of the new This is exactly the philosophy that has been guiding me since 2005, 500EXP explorer yachts, one 40 Alloy and four of the new 44 Alloys.” when I acquired the shipyard.” So while the 26-knot SL102 looks, W ith so much emphasis on larger superyachts, it might look as at first, like one more expression of this timeless principle, study if Perotti’s grand plan is to phase out fibreglass production and the yacht more closely and a surprise soon reveals itself. Hidden focus on the top of the market. But no: “The Composite Yacht Dibehind the trompe l‘oeil of those demure superstructure curves lies vision is two-thirds of the total turnover and this is, in my opinan asymmetrical main deck layout, in which the saloon extends ion, the perfect match,” he says. “The Superyacht Division – steel to the gunwale on the port side, with a conventional side deck, inand aluminum production – will not go over €120 million. Sucluding fold-out balcony, to starboard. In a solution seen aboard peryachts need top quality. You cannot achieve a high level of volmany larger superyachts, a companionway on the port side leads ume and good quality at the same time.” A handsome, four-deck from the cockpit to the upper deck, where a walkway runs forward superyacht with styling just on the edgy side of conservative, Sevto the bow. Meanwhile, a section of the port gunwale folds down en Sins is a beautifully built 499GT displacement design with twin amidships to provide sole-to-deckhead views from the dining table.

1,900-horsepower MTU diesels, for a top speed of 17 knots. With Asymmetry is not a new notion in commercial craft, and is not accommodation for up to nine crew, she offers four guest suites unknown in pleasure boats either, as certain Sealine owners will on the lower deck, and a fifth – which could also serve as an enbe pleased to tell you. But it is a genuinely game-changing idea viable captain’s cabin – behind the wheelhouse on the extended on board a big motor yacht, and will send ripples through the suupper deck. The deck saloon is the yacht’s prime real estate, with In the history of Sanlorenzo there is a its generous, symmetrical layout, terrific expanse of windows, and “before and after Perotti”, CEO since 2005. peryacht world. The fact that it was introduced in Sanlorenzo’s conservative SL line is a sign of how bold the company is capable of reflective deckheads to accentuate the sensation of space. Venture being when it comes to mixing new ideas with old, respecting shipyard traditions while forward through the lobby, which boasts a Carrara marble staircase and a glass display challenging market perceptions. As it enters the superyachting arena with strong designs cabinet for the Belgian owner’s artworks, and the owner’s suite occupies the full beam of in lengths of 50 to 60 metres and more – there’s a 70-metre on the drawing board – Santhe yacht’s hull, with its office space, capacious forward bathroom and a floor area to rilorenzo is no longer a boutique shipyard, but a confident player on the world stage. When val the main saloon. Even by the elevated standards of modern superyachting, this is an he took over the company back in 2005, Massimo Perotti felt the need for a challenge: he unusually well-appointed suite. had gone as far as he could within the Azimut-Benetti organisation, and with no way up, F or all the undoubted luxury of this imposing stateroom, however, the yacht’s pièce de the only way forward was out. “I wanted to test myself,” he told me. Thirteen years on, it resistance is down at the other end, in the stern, where two panels fold out from the toplooks like he’s passed that test with flying colours. sides to open up the beach club area, while the transom hatch lifts to flood the tender

YACHTING DESTINATIONS

CAT ISLAND

SAN SALVADOR

RUM ISLAND

GEORGE TOWN

LONG ISLAND

Into the Blue

When it comes to pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters and incredible underwater adventures, the Bahamas is in a league of its own. A cruise around this beautiful archipelago makes for a relaxed luxury yacht charter with exciting excursions en route.

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THE BEST ADDRESSES

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he Bahamas is made up of over 700 islands and 2,400 coral reefs (Cays). While some remain strongholds of mass tourism, the remote Out Islands, on the other hand, are sparsely populated and completely at one with nature: with turquoise waters and miles of perfect beaches without a single footprint in sight. Gentle winds escort yachts to anchor bays where adventures of one’s youth come to life – from treasure islands and pirates to the castaway life of a Robinson Crusoe.

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George Town/ Exuma

TEXT: HANS, OBERLÄNDER; ILLUSTRATION: MONG TING ZHU, CONSTANZE FRAUNDORF/JANINE WEITENAUER – CREATIVE MINDS

PIGGING AROUND

The marina in George Town is akin to a united nations: Yachts from many different countries head to the main town in the Exuma Islands before sailing on to the Exuma National Park. The island of Shrout Cay is traversed by flat fjords dotted with mangrove forests. The ideal place for a dinghy ride through nature: with not a soul to be seen far and wide, and only the birds overhead and the lobsters, conch snails and turtles underwater for company. It is perhaps the contrasts that make the Exumas so fascinating.

Some islands are under private ownership. The jet set are at home here, including the likes of the actor Jonny Depp. Yet at the Big Major’s Spot it is pigs who play the starring role: Having fled from a farm many years ago, around 25 of them live here, play around in the water and enjoy being fed. They have long been superstars on the Bahamas tourism scene.

Just along from the bay of pigs is the island of Staniel Cay and the Thunderball grotto. It was here in “Thunderball” (1965) that secret agent James Bond discovered atomic bombs hidden away. Fortunately the reality is much more appealing: after passing through a low-lying tunnel, a cave opens up inside the cliff full of brightly coloured fish. Later on in the Staniel Cay Yacht Club, the day can draw to a fitting close with Kalik beer and snacks. Association and national flags from around the world hang from the ceiling, while photos on the walls are a reminder of the bygone days when 007 was sat at the bar.

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Cat Island

HERITAGE & HEIGHTS

Does the name come from the pirate Arthur Catt who is said to have buried his treasure on the remote islands at the beginning of the 18th century? Many storytellers, musicians and actors have grown up in the gently rolling hills of Cat Island, perhaps most famously Sir Sidney Poitier, who won an Oscar in 1964.

Ancient churches and decaying plantation houses are testimony to the history of the settlers. Cat Island is also where the Bahamian rake-and-scrap music originates, played on accordion and musical instruments made from saws and old washing machine drums.

Excellent diving and snorkeling awaits from the marina at Hawk Nest Point in the southwest of the island.

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While anyone who feels like setting their sights a little higher can rent a car and drive to Mount Alvernia, the highest point in the Bahamas – at 63 metres.

San Salvador

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GETTING DEEP WITH C.C.

In 1492, Christopher Columbus entered a new world. A large white cross marks the spot, if legend is to be believed. It may be the most popular place for a holiday snap, but the island’s true attractions remain the diving and kite-surfing to be had. Divers of all levels will enjoy an experience to remember here in “Devils Claw” and “Vicky’s Riff”, surrounded by trusting stingrays and gentle nurse sharks.

Meanwhile you can get very close to the wind in the lagoon on Snow Bay Beach, one of the best places to kite-surf in the world. And for all those less interested in that: the immaculate beaches of San Salvador are deserted for the most part and simply begging to have someone lay a beach towel down on them.

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Rum Cay

PEACE OF MIND

Nassau, the bustling capital of the Bahamas, and Rum Cay are just 296 kilometres apart – and worlds apart at the same time. Port Nelson, a small village nestled between coconut palm groves, is the only inhabited place on the entire island. Its central point where people come together is the Sumner Point Marina, with a cosy restaurant and bar. A diving excursion from here to discover the wreck of HMS Conqueror is also well worth it. Great Britain’s first propeller-driven warship hit a reef here in 1861 and sank, thankfully without any loss of life.

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Long Island

SO CLOSE TO PARADISE

130 kilometres long, almost 6.5 kilometres wide – with coastlines that could hardly be more different.

Cliffs facing out towards the Atlantic descending down into the tossing dark blue waves, and dazzling white beaches on the “Caribbean” side that glide gently into still turquoise waters. Upping anchor in Calabash Bay is a moment for pure relaxation. Surrounded by lovely people and cool drinks enjoying the sunset. Can it possibly get any better than this?

GEORGE TOWN, EXUMAS Santana’s Bar and Grill Nothing quite beats lobster – freshly caught and served on paper plates Big D’s Conch Shack Bahamian snacks and cold beer, Queens Hwy, Emerald Bay La Fourchette Bahamas Freshly prepared dishes with a French twist Chat ‘N’ Chill The name says it all. A popular meet-up on Stocking Island Sandpiper Arts & Crafts Nice souvenirs, Queens Hwy, George Town Allan’s Cay Watch and feed iguanas Norman’s Cay Following in the tracks of a drug baron Pelican Bay Beach Walk across the Tropic of wCancer CAT ISLAND Da Smoke Pot Seafood accompanied by rake-and-scrape music Shannas Cove European cuisine, reservation required Boiling Point The tide creates blubbering bubbles – and attracts both stingrays and sharks Fernandez Bay Village Tree-lined beach with sensational cliffs SAN SALVADOR The New Columbus Tavern Seafood and pizza, popular with the locals Guanahani Beach Club Restaurant Delicious Italian cuisine and beautiful views of Snow Bay Kite-Surfing Windy Snow Bay Beach offers excellent conditions Bonefish Bay The beach glistens white, against the neon turquoise waters – surreally beautiful RUM CAY Sumner Point Marina Mooring berths, bars and restaurants Underwater museum The impressive wreck of “HMS Conqueror” 12 metres below the surface Conception Island National Park Birdspotting at the most important nesting spot for tropical birds in the Bahamas LONG ISLAND Beach House Restaurant at Cape Santa Maria Fresh fish, cold beer, and superb views Max’s Conch Bar & Grill All the conches you can eat: in salad, deep-fried or from the grill Chez Pierre Bahamas A grouchy chef and grandiose cuisine on Millers’s Bay. Be sure to book!

Dean’s Blue Hole A source of enticement for all divers, 200 metres deep.

Hamilton’s Cave One of the largest caves in the Bahamas, with paintings by the Lucayan Indians

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Immaculate and pristine, the open plan main saloon on board Casino Royale is furnished with warm woods and neutral undertones.

Her approx. 9 ft (2.7 m) headroom is unusual for a superyacht of her size, adding to the sense of space and grandeur for guests.

Bright and airy meals can be enjoyed in the dining area, thanks to the retractable sun roof which lets the glorious sunshine in.

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Cinematic Icon

Built to excel and refitted in 2016, Casino Royale is the luxury superyacht featured in the eponymous James Bond movie of 2006.

She delivers speed, luxury and sophistication on a grand scale.

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n keeping with Sunseeker’s iconic styling, Casino Royale sports a navy blue, beautifully proportioned hull, and sweeping windows. Her minimal superstructure and narrow hull make her graceful and agile in the water, with a triple 16 cylinder MTU V16 2000 engine that powers her to an impressive maximum speed of 45 knots. Aft of the main deck is a sumptuous lounging area featuring an al fresco dining area, a bar and a very large sunpad,

plus a Jacuzzi and lounge area. Eight guests can be comfortably accommodated in four elegant lower deck cabins, each with its own en suite bathroom and TV. The timeless master suite is fitted in the finest leather, marble and fabrics, with a master study, bathroom and walk-in wardrobe. A plethora of water toys such as a Sea Doo, paddleboards, water skis, snorkelling equipment and towables make her a fun charter option for family and friends.

BUILDER SUNSEEKER CRUISING REGION WEST MEDITERRANEAN YEAR/REFIT 2004/2016 LENGTH APPROX. 32.90 m BEAM APPROX. 6.30 m CABINS 4 CRUISING SPEED 22 KNOTS WEEKLY CHARTER RATE EUR 65,000 – 75,000 E&V ID Y-02CXQO CONTACT FRENCH RIVIERA YACHTING (F) EDISON YACHTING SAS – LICENCE PARTNER OF EDISON YACHTING SA TEL. +33 493 85 55 55 E-MAIL FRENCHRIVIERAYACHTING@ENGELVOELKERS.COM

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Floating Legend

Designed by the visionary Aristotle Onassis as an impressive yet cosy venue to host the world’s most influential people, Christina O remains a unique setting for truly world-class entertaining.

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Onassis chose not to build a new yacht in one of his northern European shipyards, but rather to transform a vessel that already had character and charm. That same character and charm is more evident than ever on board CHRISTINA O after a number of elaborate refits and improvements.

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oasting a fascinating history, CHRISTINA O presents a superb opportunity to benefit from the charm of her legendary past and comforts of her modern amenities, together with a crew of 38 – all without the cost of ownership. There are many ways to enjoy CHRISTINA O – be it birthday parties, weddings, anniversaries, or corporate entertaining. She is one of the few yachts

able to accommodate more than 12 guests, with an incredible 17 cabins, and she can also cruise close to shore with up to 157 guests on board. Her large selection of toys and watersports equipment ensures plenty of fun on jaunts with family and friends. With vast deck space and an inventory to match the most modern superyachts, this magnificent vessel is in a league of her own.

BUILDER CANADIAN VICKERS CRUISING REGION WEST & EAST MEDITERRANEAN/CARIBBEAN & BAHAMAS YEAR/REFIT 1943/2017 LENGTH APPROX. 99.13 m BEAM APPROX. 11.12 m CABINS 17 CRUISING SPEED 14 KNOTS WEEKLY CHARTER RATE EUR 560,000 – 630,000 E&V ID Y-02BEYN CONTACT FRENCH RIVIERA YACHTING (F) EDISON YACHTING SAS – LICENCE PARTNER OF EDISON YACHTING SA TEL. +33 493 85 55 55 E-MAIL FRENCHRIVIERAYACHTING@ENGELVOELKERS.COM

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The work of the acclaimed British designer Evan K. Marshall, Cocoa Bean’s expansive interiors all have distinctly Balinese and Middle Eastern influences. They offer a host of sumptuous comforts, with inviting wood tones, rich fabrics and exquisite surface finishes.

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Opulence & Adventure

Encapsulating sophistication in every detail of its exterior design, with unique styling and lavish comfort below deck, the 74 m custom motor yacht Cocoa Bean is the stuff charter dreams are made of.

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elivered in 2014 by Trinity Yachts, Cocoa Bean finds herself in truly pristine condition and boasts the most enticing of charter credentials. With her sprawling decks, impressive beach club, host of water toys and top deck Jacuzzi and pool bar, she is the ultimate vessel for those who love the outdoors and socialising with family and friends. Timeless elegance and beautiful details that delight all the senses await below deck. Cocoa Bean can

sleep up to 12 guests in six light-flooded staterooms. Forward on the main deck is the magnificent full-beam master suite with a private adjacent lounge. She is also capable of carrying up to 19 crew on board, ensuring guests’ every whim is catered to.

Other superb amenities designed to ensure maximum comfort and enjoyment on board include an elevator, a gymnasium, air conditioning, WiFi, and stabilisers both underway and at anchor.

BUILDER TRINITY YACHTS CRUISING REGION WEST & EAST MEDITERRANEAN/CARIBBEAN & BAHAMAS YEAR/REFIT 2014 LENGTH APPROX. 74 m BEAM APPROX. 12 m CABINS 6 CRUISING SPEED 14.5 KNOTS WEEKLY CHARTER RATE EUR 550,000 – 600,000 E&V ID Y-02CXQP CONTACT FRENCH RIVIERA YACHTING (F) EDISON YACHTING SAS – LICENCE PARTNER OF EDISON YACHTING SA TEL. +33 493 85 55 55 E-MAIL FRENCHRIVIERAYACHTING@ENGELVOELKERS.COM

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Each and every space on board Logica reflects contemporary innovation and impeccable style, with exquisite finishes including oak wooden floors in the main saloon and formal dining area, extensive mirrors reflecting the light from panoramic windows, luxurious fabrics, ivory coloured upholstery, and marble bathrooms with superb-quality fixtures.

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Ahead of Her Time

The superyacht Logica leads the way in every discipline – from her superb performance, to her ultra-sleek exterior and extraordinarily modern interiors. Culminating in a vessel in a league of her own.

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agnificent, majestic and much anticipated, Logica is due to make huge waves in the superyacht world when she launches in 2020. Featuring a new steel displacement hull with an aluminium superstructure, she is powered by MAN engines of 1,650 hp each, for a top speed of 15 knots and an equally impressive range of 6,500 nautical miles. Her breathtaking beauty never fails to take centre stage in the spotlight, thanks to cutting-edge design

innovations in every sense. She can accommodate 12 guests in six commodious cabins – including a main deck master suite with a private office, luxury bathroom and private balcony, three VIP suites and two twin cabins, all with entertainment systems and en suite bathroom facilities. There is ample fun and enjoyment to be had outdoors too, with three beach platforms and a splendid 6-metre pool on the foredeck, plus a sunbathing platform.

BUILDER LOGICA YACHTS YEAR 2020 LENGTH APPROX. 56 m BEAM APPROX. 10.5 m CABINS 6 CRUISING SPEED 18 KNOTS ASKING PRICE ON REQUEST E&V ID Y-02CXQN CONTACT FRENCH RIVIERA YACHTING (F) EDISON YACHTING SAS – LICENCE PARTNER OF EDISON YACHTING SA TEL. +33 493 85 55 55 E-MAIL FRENCHRIVIERAYACHTING@ENGELVOELKERS.COM

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Every single thing about the SL102 is gracious: from the sober lines and balanced forms of the streamlined and non-imposing superstructure with its measured hulls openings, to the chic and sophisticated styling of the interior decor and furnishings, made to measure by the Zuccon International Project studio.

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LIFESTLYE PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK (1), VISUALS: ZUCCON INTERNATIONAL PROJECT (3)

Assymetrical Triumph

Sanlorenzo’s SL102 is the world’s first asymmetrical motor yacht.

Subtle yet revolutionary, her unique use of space expands the boundaries of nautical design with some highly impressive results.

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he advanced design of the SL102 is so cleverly conceived, it creates both space and the illusion of more space on top, maximizing the livable interiors and quality of life on board, as well as the relationship with the sea. She features a deck on the starboard side, while the traditional port-side deck is carried on the roof of the structure, resulting in around 10 extra square metres thanks to the asymmetrical configuration – plus the illusion of a wide

body hull and the sense of being on board a much larger yacht.

Almost like a floating villa in fact – with its unusual resulting features including a large dining room with a full-height window overlooking the sea on one side, and a living room opening to a starboard balcony. There is a large owner’s suite situated at the bow of the main deck, with room for eight more guests in four sensational and symmetrical double cabins on the lower deck.

BUILDER SANLORENZO LENGTH APPROX. 31.10 m BEAM APPROX. 7.10 m CABINS 4 CRUISING SPEED 25 KNOTS ASKING PRICE ON REQUEST E&V ID Y-02CXQR CONTACT FRENCH RIVIERA YACHTING (F) EDISON YACHTING SAS – LICENCE PARTNER OF EDISON YACHTING SA TEL. +33 493 85 55 55 E-MAIL FRENCHRIVIERAYACHTING@ENGELVOELKERS.COM

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Epitome of Luxury

At 34.75 m, Che is the second largest sloop-rigged catamaran in the world. She is world-class in many other senses too – with superb performance, incredible interiors, and the ultimate comforts.

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PHOTOS: STUART PEARCE (INTERIOR), JEAN JARREAU (EXTERIOR)

Below deck, classic styling, impressive finishes and gracious comforts await. Panoramic windows flood the magnificent saloon with natural daylight and allow for gorgeous views, while the cabins enjoy wonderful overhead lighting with ample space and the utmost in on-board comfort and intimacy.

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aunched in 2010 and last refitted in 2017, this 34.75 m sloop sail yacht with a Catamaran hull built by Sunreef Yachts combines a streamlined exterior with sumptuous living spaces and cabins on one ultra-luxurious vessel. Her aerodynamic forms and sleek hull make for smooth cruising and an impressive top speed of 20 knots. Meanwhile, the cutting-edge helm is fitted with the very best navigation and communication systems. This

technical standard extends to her leisure facilities – including an entertainment centre with a 55-inch LED Samsung television screen and a Bose stereo surround sound system. Up to eight guests can enjoy an unforgettable trip, in four cabins consisting of a master suite and three twins, each fitted with 22-inch LCD television screens and en suite facilities. Che can also carry up to 6 crew, allowing guests to relax in the ultimate on-board luxury.

BUILDER SUNREEF YACHTS CRUISING REGION WEST & EAST MEDITERRANEAN YEAR/REFIT 2010/2017 LENGTH APPROX. 34.72 m BEAM APPROX. 12.8 m CABINS 4 CRUISING SPEED 12 KNOTS WEEKLY CHARTER RATE EUR 70,000 – 79,000 E&V ID Y-01TCV1 CONTACT FRENCH RIVIERA YACHTING (F) EDISON YACHTING SAS – LICENCE PARTNER OF EDISON YACHTING SA TEL. +33 493 85 55 55 E-MAIL FRENCHRIVIERAYACHTING@ENGELVOELKERS.COM

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YACHTING INTERVIEW

Study the Flows The Italian designer Michela Reverberi is a master of her craft – creating dream interiors for countless superyachts including Stella Maris.

Mrs. Reverberi, what are the challenges involved in designing

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How important is the collaboration with the

“I work for original and unique solutions,” says 1 Michela Reverberi 2 High ceilings and open space on Quinta Essentia 2016 3 Living areas with greens on Stella Maris 4 Bedroom on Quinta Essentia in maritime colours 5 Streamlined shape: Blade 6 Dining area on board Spirit of the C’s.

owner of the yacht? Collaboration is extreme-

ly important. The success of every project lies in achieving the greatest possible union between the owner’s desires and expectations and the architect’s capability to realise them.

This process is always dictated in part by overriding rules and technical hurdles, but it also presents the opportunity to push the boundaries further and take on more and more interesting projects.

Could you tell us a little about your professional background? After finishing my university studies, I went on to pursue my irresistible attraction to the world of yachting. Having worked for many years together with Studio Sturchio, I founded my own studio in 2000. My design efforts have focused mainly on yachts since then, although I have always continued to take on design projects for luxury residences, villas and buildings. I believe in exploring the value of crossover elements, avoiding the desire to provoke, with an open approach free from any preconceptions, in order to draw on all the natural and technical resources available. I also apply an approach aimed at incorporating elements that are not typically the expression of a particular sector or of yacht designs, as can be seen with Stella Maris and Quinta Essentia (2016) or – by way of an inverse example – in the case of the skyscraper built in Hong Kong with Vitruvius Yachts.

Could you name a ‘dream project’? A dream project in my eyes is one that sees the interior designer engaged from the very outset, in the early phases while the hull and the structure are being envisaged and developed. I strongly believe in the need to overcome the traditional approach that entrusts the designers of the exterior with the realisation of the spaces, which are then delivered to the interior designer, who then finds themselves confronted with structures and limitations already in place.

What projects are you currently working on? In terms of yachts, I am working right now on an 81 m MY and a 67 m MY that are under construction at the Turquoise Shipyard in Turkey. Aside from that I’m involved in the design of the clubhouse for a skyscraper being built in Hong Kong, together with Vitruvius Yachts, and a luxury sea-house in Tuscany with architect Massimo Gentileschi.

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the interior of a yacht? Each project begins by looking for ways to bring together the many different elements that usually lie in front of us: Owners’ desires and tastes, structural features of the boat, and technological challenges. These considerations differ for every project but they all need pertinent solutions to achieve maximum impact. For me it is very important to study the flows, in order to create highly functional and efficient layouts that genuinely make the most of the potential quality of life to be had on board. All while respecting the different environments the vessel will pass through in its lifetime.

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YACHTING ADVICE

New Builds & Refits Federico Bennewitz has a wealth of experience in yachting, acquired over the last 30 years. His expert knowledge ranges across almost every aspect of the industry. When it comes to new builds and refits, he is the go-to man for advice.

NEW CONSTRUCTION: UNDERSTANDING YOUR PROFILE

BETTER TO BE SAFE THAN SORRY

When

When visions on the drawing board come to life, they quite often do not turn out as originally planned. Rather than waiting until the unveiling of the yacht to see how the ideas turn out in reality, creating mock-ups during the build is a genuinely effective way to see the results and make any necessary changes before it is too late. Even the smallest details such as lights, dimmers, electrical curtains and switches should be included in the mock-ups that fit your requirements.

deciding if a new construction is right for you it is essential to think about your previous yachting experience and have a solid understanding of your likes and dislikes.

AN EXPERT TEAM IS KEY It is safe to say that one of the most important parts of the process is the people involved. Before approaching a shipyard you should recruit a team of experts and share your vision with them.

The size of your team will depend on the size of the yacht and the complexity of the project. One key role will be your Project Manager who will ensure that everything runs smoothly and on schedule, and will liaise between all parties involved. We advise you to include them from the very outset – from before signing the contract through to delivery. An exterior and interior designer will also form part of the team. It is especially important that your interior designer has prior experience working on yachts.

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SELECTING THE SHIPYARD Before you select a shipyard, briefing your team as to precisely what you want is very important as this will ensure your vision does not get swayed in any other direction during the process. Your team will be able to advise you whether the yard has the capabilities and required skills for your project and to ensure your vision is always kept at the forefront of all decisions made. They will also analyse the shipyard’s questions as those are a good indicator of their professionalism and they will review previous builds to determine which is the best choice for your particular project.

REFIT: STARTING WITH A DETAILED PLAN

Refits are often underestimated for the level of complexity involved. Before deciding whether you want to have your current yacht undergo a refit, you need to make a plan. The first thing to do is define the strategy for the yacht for the next five years in terms of use, charter, or even sale. A good idea is to have a surveyor come on board and assess the current condition of your yacht from a different point of view. The surveyor will help you to enhance your vision in terms of what requires work and will come up with estimations for a budget and timing.

This information will be invaluable when deciding on your plan of action.

FINDING THE RIGHT PARTNER

SETTING A REALISTIC TIMELINE A n estimated date for delivery is agreed

at the start. The Project Manager plays a key role in monitoring progress and ensuring the timeframe is sufficient to maintain the quality promised by the shipyard. Pressuring for a fast delivery is risky, as it detracts from the time required to achieve a high-quality finish.

Once you have an overview of the work that needs to be done you then need to find a suitable shipyard. The obvious choice is to go with the builder, however sometimes if you have an older yacht the shipyard may not be as well-equipped as it once was.

Returning to the same shipyard is not necessarily the only option you have.

It is best to investigate all your options for your specific project.

FEDERICO BENNEWITZ, ENGEL & VÖLKERS YACHTING When embarking on a new build or refit project, Federico makes sure all clients’ questions are answered and they are equipped to make an informed decision.

ALLOW FOR UNFORESEEN COSTS & EXPECT DELAYS

Even if you draw up plans and carry out assessments in great detail beforehand, you should always be prepared and allow time to navigate your way through unexpected situations.

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