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WHAT’S NEW A selection of new projects and concepts from the leading international shipyards and design studios that will grace the waves in the near future
WESPORT_ WESPORT _WESTPORT 52
by Mary Hegarty and Désirée Sormani
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enned by Gregory C Marshall, the Westport 52 is the American shipyard’s new flagship model and an evolution of the Westport 50m, retaining many of the key features of that tri-deck. One major change, however, is the addition of a larger beach club which makes a great socialising area when opened as it has its own bar and bathroom. The two side doors have the dual function of launching the tender and toys and acting as guest terraces too. Stowage room is not a problem, however, with further space for jet skis, Seabobs and diving gear under the foredeck sun pads. Like its more compact sibling, the Westport 52’s master stateroom lies forward on the main deck and has its own office, double bathroom and walk-in closet as well as a fixed portside balcony. In all, the 52m accommodates up to 12 guests in six cabins, including one on the bridge deck with a choice of a regular berth or Pullman as
part of the design’s signature flexibility. A choice of different layout options is on offer, first and foremost being different dining and saloon configurations, including one where guests enter entering from the aft deck come straight into the dining area. Owners can also tailor the colour palette and styling of the interior to suit their own personal tastes, of course. Lighting was an area of great focus and is controlled through the Creston System but there is still plenty of freedom in terms of accent and task lighting. Westport is renowned for its ability to build boats that eat up the miles very briskly indeed and the 52 is no exception to that rule, topping out at 22 knots. It also packs 69,650 litres of diesel and up to 3,800 litres of aviation fuel for the onboard helicopter. The first example will be delivered in summer 2021. westportyachts.com
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