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Stephen Hills is elected SYUK chair

British Marine group Superyacht UK (SYUK), has elected Stephen Hills as the new chair of the committee.

Stephen will combine this role with being commercial director of Pendennis Shipyard.

He succeeds Jeff Houlgrave, who will remain on the SYUK committee.

“I am delighted to be appointed to the role of chair,” said Stephen. “I look forward to working with SYUK members and the wider superyacht industry to utilise our collective skills to promote the SYUK brand and its members around the world and ensure that the UK's superyacht industry continues to thrive.”

He added: “I would like to extend my thanks to Jeff Houlgrave for his term of leadership which has put us in a great position to build on the progress made over the last three years.”

Six new committee members have also been elected including James Ward (Marine Resources), Chloe Buchanan (The MTM Agency), Jane Smith (Pantaenius), Ian Hughes (Holman Fenwick Willan), Matteo Magherini (Lateral Naval Architects) and Mike Herrebrugh (Sevenstar).

HP DOUBLE WATERMAKER FOR NEW SUNSEEKER

Sunseeker has chosen an HP watermaker for its new 90ft yacht.

The 90 Ocean is 20% larger than her predecessor with a 4m by 6m deck and hydraulic platform with space for a JetSki, 15ft SportJet and two seabobs. With a range of up to 1,800 nautical miles and a maximum speed of 26 knots, the 90 Ocean has accommodation for eight to ten guests plus four crew.

On board will be the HP SCD 540 RP TRONIC, a double watermaker capable of producing a total of 540 litres per hour through two units which can be used independently or in tandem. Weighing 158kg the unit is available in a range of voltages - 110V 60Hz, 230V 50Hz, 230V 60Hz, 380V 50Hz and 440V 60Hz.

Controllable virtually using HP's BiBi interface, each unit comprises a remote control panel, three-way automatic fl ushing system, AISI 316 automatic pressure regulation system, AISI 316 LOWARA 2HMS3 booster pump and AISA 316 high presume pump W99.

The electrical switchboard features confi gurable parameters and a diagnostic system with alarmed pressure and salinity control systems. Each unit has two composite pressure vessels and two HYDRANAUTICS membranes.

Measuring 1100mm by 500mm by 600mm, each separate unit has an analogical gauge meter, a digital gauge meter (pressure sensor), digital fl ow meter and a cartridge inlet pre-fi ltration (charcoal + 5 micron).

AUD$100m FROM VISITING SUPERYACHTS

Support from Australia's Queensland state government has contributed to foreign fl agged superyachts staying an average of 128 days in 2020.

This compares to an average of 73 days in 2019 - a 75% increase in the length of stay.

The passing of the Special Recreational Vessel Act in December 2019 allows foreign fl agged superyachts to charter in Australian waters, that could lead to a further 300% increase of visits over the next three years.

“The Queensland state government has supported the industry through their Superyacht Development Strategy,” said David Good CEO of Superyacht Australia. “The state government established a fund that helped Queensland businesses

8 Kerry-Lee III, one of Australia's

visiting superyachts

Photo: Trinity Yachts

attend overseas events and for shipyards to meet international compliance standards required for this high level of work.”

Private investment

He added: “This type of government support has certainly paid off in visitation and encouraged signifi cant private investment in the refi t and maintenance industry in Queensland, which in turn means substantial jobs for marine trades.”

Superyacht Australia says the economic impact of the visits was just over AUD$100 million, a 58% increase on 2019's economic impact of AUD$63 million.

After Queensland, the highest number of visits was seen in New South Wales, followed by Western Australia and Victoria. The Northern Territory had the largest size visiting vessel, with a length of 107m M/Y Andromeda.

Superyacht Australia believes the increase in foreign fl agged vessels visiting will create 11,800 jobs.

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Installation technology is a leap forward

OceanLED has extended its Explore Series with the new Explore E9, a weldin underwater light for superyachts.

Together with the E8, the E9 allows for a full wrap of light around the yacht.

The E9's patented technology allows the light to be removed and connected in the water, without cables, and fi tted inside harder to reach places such as tanks and voids.

In addition, the E9's compact size allows for placement in any part of the hull.

The Explore E9 has been developed to deliver light as a visible blade viewed from the boat, achieved through engineered optical design. This gives a 90˚ beam angle from above and also directs the light at a precise side angle for the best penetration and visible eff ect regardless of the hull angle.

The Explore E8 and E9 weld-in solution off er up to a 50˚ counter hull angle using refl ectors inside a 0˚ coff erdam.

“The new patented installation technology is a real leap forward and will allow our superyacht customers to have the optimum lighting eff ect that the Explore's unique optics deliver,” said Daniele Todaro, MD, OceanLED. “The E9 follows the same sustainable ethos of our Explore range, maximum eff ect from minimum power usage.”

The is available in a choice of Dual Ultra White / Midnight Blue or RGBW Colours DMX with a 13,000 fi xture lumen output.

Princess gets a lift from Street Crane

Luxury yacht builder, Princess Yachts, is using freestanding Goliath cranes from Street Crane Company to produce the new 30 to 40 metre M Class tri-deck yachts.

Street Crane, which is celebrating its 75th anniversary, is supply three cranes at the South Yard assembly facility in the historic Devonport Dockyard. The main assembly area is serviced by two mirror image Goliath cranes of 16 tonnes safe working load, each spanning 13.75m. They will be joined by 28m span Goliath with single 16 tonne hoist and hook coverage over the whole production area.

South Yard is enclosed by a light-weight widespan space frame building with insuffi cient strength to accommodate overhead cranes and insuffi cient space for freestanding gantries. Street Crane therefore recommended the fl oor running Goliaths which have a slim leg design.

Street Crane and Princess have a long relationship with cranes from street being used at all Princess manufacturing sites. The company fi rst installed ten cranes at the Coy Pool Factory in 2002 for the building of the V Class sports boats.

Princess is not the only luxury yacht builder to use Street Crane. Several other companies have Street Crane cranes on site, as do sports boat builders, ship and submarine builders, naval dockyards, oil rig builders and the marine component industry.

LIFT PLATFORM PARTNERSHIP ANNOUNCED

Osmotech has announced a partnership with H+B technics.

Osmotech has serviced and retro-fi tted platform lift systems from H+B technics for several years on a wide range of hull designs.

The companies say the relationship has thrived and can now be promoted.

“Our clients come to us to improve their vessels and we come up with individual solutions,” said James Coker, Osmotech sales director.

“Our relationship is a testament to work we carry out here at Osmotech. Boat owners do not necessarily want to buy new vessels; more and more are making improvements, adding lift systems, stern garages, tender cradles, swim ladder, hydraulic solutions and this is where here at Osmotech we can advise with confi dence.”

And he said that installing high-low platforms makes vessels more versatile, allowing clients to launch items such as jet skis off the swim platforms.

Recent Osmotech projects include a custom fi t high-low platform for a Fairline Targa 52 GT and a Sargo 36.

H+B technics has designed and manufactured marine products in Münster, Germany since 1995 concentrating on custom-made solutions for yachts and other craft.

8 Installing high-low

platforms makes vessels more versatile

VIRTUAL REALITY LIGHTING FROM VIDEOWORKS

Videoworks has developed a new 3D virtual software system that will allow owners to preview any planned lighting on board.

The tool will allow shipyards and interior designers to plan and anticipate lighting solutions for luxury craft and has been developed in collaboration with Eon Reality.

“A new design method has been developed specifi cally for lighting technology, a new software created ad hoc, in collaboration with Eon Reality, which allows us to off er a highly innovative tool for the integration and control of lighting points inside the yacht with the fundamental support of virtual reality,” said Leo Megna, head of lighting and comfort projects at Videoworks.

“In this way, together with the architect and the shipyard, the diff erent lighting scenarios are optimised and then proposed to the owner, who will have an incredibly realistic view of the various rooms thanks to a 3D viewer. This will allow for all the details to be worked out before they are actually built.”

And he explained that the system will bring rooms to life, it will also be possible to intervene in real time to evaluate and verify changes in the diameter of the light cones, the colour temperature and other variables of a lighting system.

“Following the design phase, which remains essential for us as designers and is the basis of the whole process,” added Leo, “we will be able to off er the owner an interactive and dynamic 3D view of every part of the interiors through a viewer very similar to those used for the most advanced video games.”

8 Videoworks' new 3D tool

will bring rooms and lighting designs to life

NEW ELECTRIC DIVISION FOR BESENZONI

Besenzoni has added the electric ladder LaScala Elettrica, to its production line-up.

The Italian manufacturer has launched a specifi c production division for its eco-friendly products, BeElectric, having increasingly focused its manufacturing philosophy on this sector.

“Respect for the planet and for future generations is also becoming an essential requirement for the entire marine industry,” said a company spokesperson. “This is why Besenzoni is now committing its extensive know-how to reducing the impact of its products on the marine environment, while never straying from the style that has made the brand famous for over 50 years.”

Like the electric gangway LaPasserella, LaScala Elettrica does not require a hydraulic power pack, making the system silent and the boat lighter.

The footboard is constructed from 100% ecological UV stabilised, stain resistant PVC synthetic material.

It is available in three versions according to the number of steps, from six to eight, allowing for diff erent customisations.

It is supplied with removable cord manual stanchions, with an option for polished steel handrails to also be installed. The steps are in teak or carbon colour, with polished or painted steel double tubular elements, including polished or painted cover caps.

They have a non-slip surface, in both wet and dry conditions and the electrical system makes use of a truly simple electrical system, developed featuring new eco-friendly technology.

8 LaScala Elettrica forms

part of Besenzoni's new BeElectric production division

Superyacht owners can fl y above the waves this summer with Lift Foils' LIFT3 eFoils.

The LIFT3 eFoil 3rd generation electric hydrofoil surfboard incorporates the original eFoil's most popular features, while adding maneuverability and freedom into the overall ride and improving weight, durability, and ride time.

A spokesman from Lift said: “The eFoil is a surfboard powered by an advanced lithium-ion battery and electric propulsion system that allows riders to levitate over water.”

Made from carbon fi bre, the LIFT3 yacht toy comes in four sizes - 4'2 Pro, 4'9 Sport, 5'4 Cruiser and 5'9 Explorer. Beginners can get comfortable with larger sizes while experienced athletes who want to push the limits can opt for the smaller, professional models.

Described as a combination of surfi ng, fl ying, and snowboarding, the LIFT3 eFoils are fast, light, strong and long lasting. Users can soar for up to an hour at speeds of over 30mph, in fl at water or in swells.

Unlike jet skis or bulkier toys, they can be broken down for yacht storage and transportation.

GO FLYING WITH LIFT3 eFOILS

Photo: Lift Foils'

8 The LIFT3 eFoils come in

four sizes

8 Cyber security can be

assessed remotely through IMSA's new software

Remote cyber security

International Maritime Security Associates (IMSA), has developed a suite of cyber security software tools and services for the maritime industry.

The company has launched the capability to conduct basic shipboard network vulnerability assessments without sending personnel onboard.

“This capability is necessary in today's current COVID environment,” explained Corey Ranslem, CEO of IMSA.

“We know it isn't always easy, practical or cost eSff ective to send people onboard a vessel to conduct a cyber security assessment, so we've developed this amazing remote assessment tool.

“Through this tool, our cyber specialists can conduct a remote assessment at about half the cost of sending personnel onboard.”

Compliance

And he explained that the tool will help with IMO 2021 cyber security compliance along with protecting passengers, crew, and cargo.

The tool is part of a larger suite of cyber security tools IMSA has developed to support vessels and maritime facilities with expanding their cyber security defences.

Some of these cyber security tools are part of the company's ARMS software platform.

Through ARMS, IMSA can monitor a vessel's critical systems and networks remotely in realtime through its security operations centre.