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43 of the best bluewater sailboat designs of all time

Yachting World

  • January 5, 2022

How do you choose the right yacht for you? We highlight the very best bluewater sailboat designs for every type of cruising

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Which yacht is the best for bluewater boating? This question generates even more debate among sailors than questions about what’s the coolest yacht , or the best for racing. Whereas racing designs are measured against each other, cruising sailors get very limited opportunities to experience different yachts in real oceangoing conditions, so what is the best bluewater sailboat?

Here, we bring you our top choices from decades of designs and launches. Over the years, the Yachting World team has sailed these boats, tested them or judged them for European Yacht of the Year awards, and we have sifted through the many to curate a selection that we believe should be on your wishlist.

Making the right choice may come down to how you foresee your yacht being used after it has crossed an ocean or completed a passage: will you be living at anchor or cruising along the coast? If so, your guiding requirements will be space, cabin size, ease of launching a tender and anchoring closer to shore, and whether it can comfortably accommodate non-expert-sailor guests.

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All of these considerations have generated the inexorable rise of the bluewater catamaran – monohulls can’t easily compete on these points. We have a full separate feature on the best bluewater multihulls of all time and here we mostly focus on monohulls. The only exceptions to that rule are two multihulls which made it into our best bluewater sailboats of 2022 list.

As so much of making the right choice is selecting the right boat for the venture in mind, we have separated out our edit into categories: best for comfort; for families; for performance; and for expedition or high latitudes sailing .

Best bluewater sailboats of 2022

The new flagship Allures 51.9, for example, is a no-nonsense adventure cruising design built and finished to a high standard. It retains Allures’ niche of using aluminium hulls with glassfibre decks and superstructures, which, the yard maintains, gives the optimum combination of least maintenance and less weight higher up. Priorities for this design were a full beam aft cabin and a spacious, long cockpit. Both are excellent, with the latter, at 6m long, offering formidable social, sailing and aft deck zones.

It likes some breeze to come to life on the wheel, but I appreciate that it’s designed to take up to five tonnes payload. And I like the ease with which you can change gears using the furling headsails and the positioning of the powerful Andersen winches inboard. The arch is standard and comes with a textile sprayhood or hard bimini.

Below decks you’ll find abundant headroom and natural light, a deep U-shape galley and cavernous stowage. For those who like the layout of the Amel 50 but would prefer aluminium or shoal draught, look no further.

Allures 51.9 price: €766,000

The Ovni 370 is another cunning new aluminum centreboard offering, a true deck saloon cruiser for two. The designers say the biggest challenge was to create a Category A ocean going yacht at this size with a lifting keel, hence the hull had to be very stable.

Enjoyable to helm, it has a practical, deep cockpit behind a large sprayhood, which can link to the bimini on the arch. Many of its most appealing features lie in the bright, light, contemporary, clever, voluminous interior, which has good stowage and tankage allocation. There’s also a practical navstation, a large workroom and a vast separate shower. I particularly like the convertible saloom, which can double as a large secure daybed or pilot berth.

Potentially the least expensive Category A lift keel boat available, the Ovni will get you dreaming of remote places again.

Ovni 370 price: €282,080

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There’s no shortage of spirit in the Windelo 50. We gave this a sustainability award after it’s founders spent two years researching environmentally-friendly composite materials, developing an eco-composite of basalt fibre and recycled PET foam so it could build boats that halve the environmental impact of standard glassfibre yachts.

The Windelo 50 is an intriguing package – from the styling, modular interior and novel layout to the solar field on the roof and the standard electric propulsion, it is completely fresh.

Windelo 50 price: €795,000

Best bluewater sailboat of 2022 – Outremer 55

I would argue that this is the most successful new production yacht on the market. Well over 50 have already sold (an equipped model typically costs €1.6m) – and I can understand why. After all, were money no object, I had this design earmarked as the new yacht I would most likely choose for a world trip.

Indeed 55 number one Sanya, was fully equipped for a family’s world cruise, and left during our stay for the Grand Large Odyssey tour. Whereas we sailed Magic Kili, which was tricked up with performance options, including foam-cored deckheads and supports, carbon crossbeam and bulkheads, and synthetic rigging.

At rest, these are enticing space ships. Taking one out to sea is another matter though. These are speed machines with the size, scale and loads to be rightly weary of. Last month Nikki Henderson wrote a feature for us about how to manage a new breed of performance cruising cats just like this and how she coaches new owners. I could not think of wiser money spent for those who do not have ample multihull sailing experience.

Under sail, the most fun was obviously reserved for the reaching leg under asymmetric, where we clocked between 11-16 knots in 15-16 knots wind. But it was the stability and of those sustained low teen speeds which really hit home  – passagemaking where you really cover miles.

Key features include the swing helms, which give you views from outboard, over the coachroof or from a protected position in the cockpit through the coachroof windows, and the vast island in the galley, which is key to an open plan main living area. It helps provide cavernous stowage and acts as the heart of the entertaining space as it would in a modern home. As Danish judge Morten Brandt-Rasmussen comments: “Apart from being the TGV of ocean passages the boat offers the most spacious, open and best integration of the cockpit and salon areas in the market.”

Outremer has done a top job in packing in the creature comforts, stowage space and payload capacity, while keeping it light enough to eat miles. Although a lot to absorb and handle, the 55 offers a formidable blend of speed and luxury cruising.

Outremer 55 price: €1.35m

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This is the successor to the legendary Super Maramu, a ketch design that for several decades defined easy downwind handling and fostered a cult following for the French yard. Nearly a decade old, the Amel 55 is the bridge between those world-girdling stalwarts and Amel’s more recent and totally re-imagined sloop designs, the Amel 50 and 60.

The 55 boasts all the serious features Amel aficionados loved and valued: a skeg-hung rudder, solidly built hull, watertight bulkheads, solid guardrails and rampart bulwarks. And, most noticeable, the solid doghouse in which the helmsman sits in perfect shelter at the wheel.

This is a design to live on comfortably for long periods and the list of standard features just goes on and on: passarelle; proper sea berths with lee cloths; electric furling main and genoa; and a multitude of practical items that go right down to a dishwasher and crockery.

There’s no getting around the fact these designs do look rather dated now, and through the development of easier sail handling systems the ketch rig has fallen out of fashion, but the Amel is nothing short of a phenomenon, and if you’ve never even peeked on board one, you really have missed a treat.

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Contest 50CS

A centre cockpit cruiser with true longevity, the Contest 50CS was launched by Conyplex back in 2003 and is still being built by the family-owned Dutch company, now in updated and restyled form.

With a fully balanced rudder, large wheel and modern underwater sections, the Contest 50CS is a surprisingly good performer for a boat that has a dry weight of 17.5 tonnes. Many were fitted with in-mast furling, which clearly curtails that performance, but even without, this boat is set up for a small crew.

Electric winches and mainsheet traveller are all easy to reach from the helm. On our test of the Contest 50CS, we saw for ourselves how two people can gybe downwind under spinnaker without undue drama. Upwind, a 105% genoa is so easy to tack it flatters even the weediest crewmember.

Down below, the finish level of the joinery work is up there among the best and the interior is full of clever touches, again updated and modernised since the early models. Never the cheapest bluewater sailing yacht around, the Contest 50CS has remained in demand as a brokerage buy. She is a reassuringly sure-footed, easily handled, very well built yacht that for all those reasons has stood the test of time.

This is a yacht that would be well capable of helping you extend your cruising grounds, almost without realising it.

Read more about the Contest 50CS and the new Contest 49CS

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Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II

For many, the Swedish Hallberg-Rassy yard makes the quintessential bluewater cruiser for couples. With their distinctive blue cove line, these designs are famous for their seakindly behaviour, solid-as-a-rock build and beautifully finished, traditional interiors.

To some eyes, Hallberg-Rassys aren’t quite cool enough, but it’s been company owner Magnus Rassy’s confidence in the formula and belief in incremental ‘step-by-step’ evolution that has been such an exceptional guarantor of reliable quality, reputation and resale value.

The centre cockpit Hallberg-Rassy 48 epitomises the concept of comfort at sea and, like all the Frers-designed Hallberg-Rassys since the 1990s, is surprisingly fleet upwind as well as steady downwind. The 48 is perfectly able to be handled by a couple (as we found a few years back in the Pacific), and could with no great effort crack out 200-mile days.

The Hallberg-Rassy 48 was launched nearly a decade ago, but the Mk II from 2014 is our pick, updated with a more modern profile, larger windows and hull portlights that flood the saloon and aft cabin with light. With a large chart table, secure linear galley, heaps of stowage and space for bluewater extras such as machinery and gear, this yacht pretty much ticks all the boxes.

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Discovery 55

First launched in 2000, the Discovery 55 has stood the test of time. Designed by Ron Holland, it hit a sweet spot in size that appealed to couples and families with world girdling plans.

Elegantly styled and well balanced, the 55 is also a practical design, with a deep and secure cockpit, comfortable seating, a self-tacking jib, dedicated stowage for the liferaft , a decent sugar scoop transom that’s useful for swimming or dinghy access, and very comfortable accommodation below. In short, it is a design that has been well thought out by those who’ve been there, got the bruises, stubbed their toes and vowed to change things in the future if they ever got the chance.

Throughout the accommodation there are plenty of examples of good detailing, from the proliferation of handholds and grabrails, to deep sinks in the galley offering immediate stowage when under way and the stand up/sit down showers. Stowage is good, too, with plenty of sensibly sized lockers in easily accessible positions.

The Discovery 55 has practical ideas and nifty details aplenty. She’s not, and never was, a breakthrough in modern luxury cruising but she is pretty, comfortable to sail and live on, and well mannered.

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You can’t get much more Cornish than a Rustler. The hulls of this Stephen Jones design are hand-moulded and fitted out in Falmouth – and few are more ruggedly built than this traditional, up-for-anything offshore cruiser.

She boasts an encapsulated lead keel, eliminating keel bolts and creating a sump for generous fuel and water tankage, while a chunky skeg protects the rudder. She is designed for good directional stability and load carrying ability. These are all features that lend this yacht confidence as it shoulders aside the rough stuff.

Most of those built have had a cutter rig, a flexible arrangement that makes sense for long passages in all sea and weather conditions. Down below, the galley and saloon berths are comfortable and sensible for living in port and at sea, with joinery that Rustler’s builders are rightly proud of.

As modern yachts have got wider, higher and fatter, the Rustler 42 is an exception. This is an exceptionally well-mannered seagoing yacht in the traditional vein, with elegant lines and pleasing overhangs, yet also surprisingly powerful. And although now over 20 years old, timeless looks and qualities mean this design makes her look ever more like a perennial, a modern classic.

The definitive crossover size, the point at which a yacht can be handled by a couple but is just large enough to have a professional skipper and be chartered, sits at around the 60ft mark. At 58ft 8in, the Oyster 575 fitted perfectly into this growing market when launched in 2010. It went on to be one of the most popular models from the yard, and is only now being superseded by the newer Rob Humphreys-designed Oyster 565 (just launched this spring).

Built in various configurations with either a deep keel, shoal draught keel or centreboard with twin rudders, owners could trade off better performance against easy access to shallower coves and anchorages. The deep-bodied hull, also by Rob Humphreys, is known for its easy motion at sea.

Some of the Oyster 575’s best features include its hallmark coachroof windows style and centre cockpit – almost everyone will know at first glance this is an Oyster – and superb interior finish. If she has a flaw, it is arguably the high cockpit, but the flip side is the galley headroom and passageway berth to the large aft stateroom.

This design also has a host of practical features for long-distance cruising, such as high guardrails, dedicated liferaft stowage, a vast lazarette for swallowing sails, tender, fenders etc, and a penthouse engine room.

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Privilege Serie 5

A true luxury catamaran which, fully fitted out, will top €1m, this deserves to be seen alongside the likes of the Oyster 575, Gunfleet 58 and Hallberg-Rassy 55. It boasts a large cockpit and living area, and a light and spacious saloon with an emphasis on indoor-outdoor living, masses of refrigeration and a big galley.

Standout features are finish quality and solid build in a yacht designed to take a high payload, a secure walkaround deck and all-round views from the helm station. The new Privilege 510 that will replace this launches in February 2020.

Gunfleet 43

It was with this Tony Castro design that Richard Matthews, founder of Oyster Yachts, launched a brand new rival brand in 2012, the smallest of a range stretching to the flagship Gunfleet 74. The combination of short overhangs and centre cockpit at this size do make the Gunfleet 43 look modern if a little boxy, but time and subsequent design trends have been kind to her lines, and the build quality is excellent. The saloon, galley and aft cabin space is exceptional on a yacht of this size.

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Conceived as a belt-and-braces cruiser, the Kraken 50 launched last year. Its unique points lie underwater in the guise of a full skeg-hung rudder and so-called ‘Zero Keel’, an encapsulated long keel with lead ballast.

Kraken Yachts is the brainchild of British businessman and highly experienced cruiser Dick Beaumont, who is adamant that safety should be foremost in cruising yacht design and build. “There is no such thing as ‘one yacht for all purposes’… You cannot have the best of all worlds, whatever the salesman tells you,” he says.

Read our full review of the Kraken 50 .

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Wauquiez Centurion 57

Few yachts can claim to be both an exciting Med-style design and a serious and practical northern European offshore cruiser, but the Wauquiez Centurion 57 tries to blend both. She slightly misses if you judge solely by either criterion, but is pretty and practical enough to suit her purpose.

A very pleasant, well-considered yacht, she is impressively built and finished with a warm and comfortable interior. More versatile than radical, she could be used for sailing across the Atlantic in comfort and raced with equal enjoyment at Antigua Sailing Week .

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A modern classic if ever there was one. A medium to heavy displacement yacht, stiff and easily capable of standing up to her canvas. Pretty, traditional lines and layout below.

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Well-proven US legacy design dating back to the mid-1960s that once conquered the Transpac Race . Still admired as pretty, with slight spoon bow and overhanging transom.

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Capable medium displacement cruiser, ideal size and good accommodation for couples or family cruising, and much less costly than similar luxury brands.

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Swedish-built aft cockpit cruiser, smaller than many here, but a well-built and finished, super-durable pocket ocean cruiser.

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Tartan 3700

Designed as a performance cruiser there are nimbler alternatives now, but this is still an extremely pretty yacht.

Broker ’ s choice

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Discovery 55 Brizo

This yacht has already circumnavigated the globe and is ‘prepared for her next adventure,’ says broker Berthon. Price: £535,000 + VAT

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Oyster 575 Ayesha

‘Stunning, and perfectly equipped for bluewater cruising,’ says broker Ancasta International. Price: £845,000 (tax not paid)

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Oyster 575 Pearls of Nautilus

Nearly new and with a high spec, this Oyster Brokerage yacht features American white oak joinery and white leather upholstery and has a shoal draught keel. Price: $1.49m

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The Frers-designed Swan 54 may not be the newest hull shape but heralded Swan’s latest generation of displacement bluewater cruisers when launched four years ago. With raked stem, deep V hull form, lower freeboard and slight curve to the topsides she has a more timeless aesthetic than many modern slab-sided high volume yachts, and with that a seakindly motion in waves. If you plan to cover many miles to weather, this is probably the yacht you want to be on.

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Besides Swan’s superlative build quality, the 54 brings many true bluewater features, including a dedicated sail locker. There’s also a cockpit locker that functions as a utility cabin, with potential to hold your generator and washing machine, or be a workshop space.

The sloping transom opens out to reveal a 2.5m bathing platform, and although the cabins are not huge there is copious stowage space. Down below the top-notch oak joinery is well thought through with deep fiddles, and there is a substantial nav station. But the Swan 54 wins for handling above all, with well laid-out sail controls that can be easily managed between a couple, while offering real sailing enjoyment to the helmsman.

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The Performance Cruiser winner at the 2019 European Yacht of the Year awards, the Arcona 435 is all about the sailing experience. She has genuine potential as a cruiser-racer, but her strengths are as an enjoyable cruiser rather than a full-blown liveaboard bluewater boat.

Build quality is excellent, there is the option of a carbon hull and deck, and elegant lines and a plumb bow give the Arcona 435 good looks as well as excellent performance in light airs. Besides slick sail handling systems, there are well thought-out features for cruising, such as ample built-in rope bins and an optional semi-closed stern with stowage and swim platform.

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Outremer 51

If you want the space and stability of a cat but still prioritise sailing performance, Outremer has built a reputation on building catamarans with true bluewater characteristics that have cruised the planet for the past 30 years.

Lighter and slimmer-hulled than most cruising cats, the Outremer 51 is all about sailing at faster speeds, more easily. The lower volume hulls and higher bridgedeck make for a better motion in waves, while owners report that being able to maintain a decent pace even under reduced canvas makes for stress-free passages. Deep daggerboards also give good upwind performance.

With bucket seats and tiller steering options, the Outremer 51 rewards sailors who want to spend time steering, while they’re famously well set up for handling with one person on deck. The compromise comes with the interior space – even with a relatively minimalist style, there is less cabin space and stowage volume than on the bulkier cats, but the Outremer 51 still packs in plenty of practical features.

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The Xc45 was the first cruising yacht X-Yachts ever built, and designed to give the same X-Yachts sailing experience for sailors who’d spent years racing 30/40-footer X- and IMX designs, but in a cruising package.

Launched over 10 years ago, the Xc45 has been revisited a few times to increase the stowage and modernise some of the styling, but the key features remain the same, including substantial tanks set low for a low centre of gravity, and X-Yachts’ trademark steel keel grid structure. She has fairly traditional styling and layout, matched with solid build quality.

A soft bilge and V-shaped hull gives a kindly motion in waves, and the cockpit is secure, if narrow by modern standards.

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A three or four cabin catamaran that’s fleet of foot with high bridgedeck clearance for comfortable motion at sea. With tall daggerboards and carbon construction in some high load areas, Catana cats are light and quick to accelerate.

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Sweden Yachts 45

An established bluewater design that also features in plenty of offshore races. Some examples are specced with carbon rig and retractable bowsprits. All have a self-tacking jib for ease. Expect sweeping areas of teak above decks and a traditionally wooded interior with hanging wet locker.

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A vintage performer, first launched in 1981, the 51 was the first Frers-designed Swan and marked a new era of iconic cruiser-racers. Some 36 of the Swan 51 were built, many still actively racing and cruising nearly 40 years on. Classic lines and a split cockpit make this a boat for helming, not sunbathing.

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The JPK 45 comes from a French racing stable, combining race-winning design heritage with cruising amenities. What you see is what you get – there are no superfluous headliners or floorboards, but there are plenty of ocean sailing details, like inboard winches for safe trimming. The JPK 45 also has a brilliantly designed cockpit with an optional doghouse creating all-weather shelter, twin wheels and superb clutch and rope bin arrangement.

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For sailors who don’t mind exchanging a few creature comforts for downwind planing performance, the Pogo 50 offers double-digit surfing speeds for exhilarating tradewind sailing. There’s an open transom, tiller steering and no backstay or runners. The Pogo 50 also has a swing keel, to nose into shallow anchorages.

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Seawind 1600

Seawinds are relatively unknown in Europe, but these bluewater cats are very popular in Australia. As would be expected from a Reichel-Pugh design, this 52-footer combines striking good looks and high performance, with fine entry bows and comparatively low freeboard. Rudders are foam cored lifting designs in cassettes, which offer straightforward access in case of repairs, while daggerboards are housed under the deck.

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It’s unsurprising that, for many families, it’s a catamaran that meets their requirements best of increased space – both living space and separate cabins for privacy-seeking teenagers, additional crew or visiting family – as well as stable and predictable handling.

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Undoubtedly one of the biggest success stories has been the Lagoon 450, which, together with boats like the Fountaine Pajot 44, helped drive up the popularity of catamaran cruising by making it affordable and accessible. They have sold in huge numbers – over 1,000 Lagoon 450s have been built since its launch in 2010.

The VPLP-designed 450 was originally launched with a flybridge with a near central helming position and upper level lounging areas (450F). The later ‘sport top’ option (450S) offered a starboard helm station and lower boom (and hence lower centre of gravity for reduced pitching). The 450S also gained a hull chine to create additional volume above the waterline. The Lagoon features forward lounging and aft cockpit areas for additional outdoor living space.

Besides being a big hit among charter operators, Lagoons have proven themselves over thousands of bluewater miles – there were seven Lagoon 450s in last year’s ARC alone. In what remains a competitive sector of the market, Lagoon has recently launched a new 46, with a larger self-tacking jib and mast moved aft, and more lounging areas.

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Fountaine Pajot Helia 44

The FP Helia 44 is lighter, lower volume, and has a lower freeboard than the Lagoon, weighing in at 10.8 tonnes unloaded (compared to 15 for the 450). The helm station is on a mezzanine level two steps up from the bridgedeck, with a bench seat behind. A later ‘Evolution’ version was designed for liveaboard cruisers, featuring beefed up dinghy davits and an improved saloon space.

Available in three or four cabin layouts, the Helia 44 was also popular with charter owners as well as families. The new 45 promises additional volume, and an optional hydraulically lowered ‘beach club’ swim platform.

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The French RM 1370 might be less well known than the big brand names, but offers something a little bit different for anyone who wants a relatively voluminous cruising yacht. Designed by Marc Lombard, and beautifully built from plywood/epoxy, the RM is stiff and responsive, and sails superbly.

The RM yachts have a more individual look – in part down to the painted finish, which encourages many owners to personalise their yachts, but also thanks to their distinctive lines with reverse sheer and dreadnought bow. The cockpit is well laid out with the primary winches inboard for a secure trimming position. The interior is light, airy and modern, although the open transom won’t appeal to everyone.

For those wanting a monohull, the Hanse 575 hits a similar sweet spot to the popular multis, maximising accommodation for a realistic price, yet with responsive performance.

The Hanse offers a vast amount of living space thanks to the ‘loft design’ concept of having all the living areas on a single level, which gives a real feeling of spaciousness with no raised saloon or steps to accommodation. The trade-off for such lofty head height is a substantial freeboard – it towers above the pontoon, while, below, a stepladder is provided to reach some hatches.

Galley options include drawer fridge-freezers, microwave and coffee machine, and the full size nav station can double up as an office or study space.

But while the Hanse 575 is a seriously large boat, its popularity is also down to the fact that it is genuinely able to be handled by a couple. It was innovative in its deck layout: with a self-tacking jib and mainsheet winches immediately to hand next to the helm, one person could both steer and trim.

Direct steering gives a feeling of control and some tangible sailing fun, while the waterline length makes for rapid passage times. In 2016 the German yard launched the newer Hanse 588 model, having already sold 175 of the 575s in just four years.

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Jeanneau 54

Jeanneau leads the way among production builders for versatile all-rounder yachts that balance sail performance and handling, ergonomics, liveaboard functionality and good looks. The Jeanneau 54 , part of the range designed by Philippe Briand with interior by Andrew Winch, melds the best of the larger and smaller models and is available in a vast array of layout options from two cabins/two heads right up to five cabins and three heads.

We’ve tested the Jeanneau 54 in a gale and very light winds, and it acquitted itself handsomely in both extremes. The primary and mainsheet winches are to hand next to the wheel, and the cockpit is spacious, protected and child-friendly. An electric folding swim and sun deck makes for quick fun in the water.

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Nautitech Open 46

This was the first Nautitech catamaran to be built under the ownership of Bavaria, designed with an open-plan bridgedeck and cockpit for free-flowing living space. But with good pace for eating up bluewater miles, and aft twin helms rather than a flybridge, the Nautitech Open 46 also appeals to monohull sailors who prefer a more direct sailing experience.

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Made by Robertson and Caine, who produce catamarans under a dual identity as both Leopard and the Sunsail/Moorings charter cats, the Leopard 45 is set to be another big seller. Reflecting its charter DNA, the Leopard 45 is voluminous, with stepped hulls for reduced waterline, and a separate forward cockpit.

Built in South Africa, they are robustly tested off the Cape and constructed ruggedly enough to handle heavy weather sailing as well as the demands of chartering.

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If space is king then three hulls might be even better than two. The Neel 51 is rare as a cruising trimaran with enough space for proper liveaboard sailing. The galley and saloon are in the large central hull, together with an owner’s cabin on one level for a unique sensation of living above the water. Guest or family cabins lie in the outer hulls for privacy and there is a cavernous full height engine room under the cabin sole.

Performance is notably higher than an equivalent cruising cat, particularly in light winds, with a single rudder giving a truly direct feel in the helm, although manoeuvring a 50ft trimaran may daunt many sailors.

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Beneteau Oceanis 46.1

A brilliant new model from Beneteau, this Finot Conq design has a modern stepped hull, which offers exhilarating and confidence-inspiring handling in big breezes, and slippery performance in lighter winds.

The Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 was the standout performer at this year’s European Yacht of the Year awards, and, in replacing the popular Oceanis 45, looks set to be another bestseller. Interior space is well used with a double island berth in the forepeak. An additional inboard unit creates a secure galley area, but tank capacity is moderate for long periods aboard.

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Beneteau Oceanis 473

A popular model that offers beam and height in a functional layout, although, as with many boats of this age (she was launched in 2002), the mainsheet is not within reach of the helmsman.

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Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 49

The Philippe Briand-designed Sun Odyssey range has a solid reputation as family production cruisers. Like the 473, the Sun Odyssey 49 was popular for charter so there are plenty of four-cabin models on the market.

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Nautitech 441

The hull design dates back to 1995, but was relaunched in 2012. Though the saloon interior has dated, the 441 has solid practical features, such as a rainwater run-off collection gutter around the coachroof.

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Atlantic 42

Chris White-designed cats feature a pilothouse and forward waist-high working cockpit with helm position, as well as an inside wheel at the nav station. The Atlantic 42 offers limited accommodation by modern cat standards but a very different sailing experience.

Best bluewater sailing yachts for expeditions

Bestevaer 56.

All of the yachts in our ‘expedition’ category are aluminium-hulled designs suitable for high latitude sailing, and all are exceptional yachts. But the Bestevaer 56 is a spectacular amount of boat to take on a true adventure. Each Bestevaer is a near-custom build with plenty of bespoke options for owners to customise the layout and where they fall on the scale of rugged off-grid adventurer to 4×4-style luxury fit out.

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The Bestevaer range began when renowned naval architect Gerard Dijkstra chose to design his own personal yacht for liveaboard adventure cruising, a 53-footer. The concept drew plenty of interest from bluewater sailors wanting to make longer expeditions and Bestevaers are now available in a range of sizes, with the 56-footer proving a popular mid-range length.

The well-known Bestevaer 56 Tranquilo  (pictured above) has a deep, secure cockpit, voluminous tanks (700lt water and over 1,100lt fuel) and a lifting keel plus water ballast, with classically styled teak clad decks and pilot house. Other owners have opted for functional bare aluminium hull and deck, some choose a doghouse and others a pilothouse.

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The Boreal 52 also offers Land Rover-esque practicality, with utilitarian bare aluminium hulls and a distinctive double-level doghouse/coachroof arrangement for added protection in all weathers. The cockpit is clean and uncluttered, thanks to the mainsheet position on top of the doghouse, although for visibility in close manoeuvring the helmsman will want to step up onto the aft deck.

Twin daggerboards, a lifting centreboard and long skeg on which she can settle make this a true go-anywhere expedition yacht. The metres of chain required for adventurous anchoring is stowed in a special locker by the mast to keep the weight central. Down below has been thought through with equally practical touches, including plenty of bracing points and lighting that switches on to red light first to protect your night vision.

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Garcia Exploration 45

The Garcia Exploration 45 comes with real experience behind her – she was created in association with Jimmy Cornell, based on his many hundreds of thousands of miles of bluewater cruising, to go anywhere from high latitudes to the tropics.

Arguably less of a looker than the Bestevaer, the Garcia Exploration 45 features a rounded aluminium hull, centreboard with deep skeg and twin daggerboards. The considerable anchor chain weight has again been brought aft, this time via a special conduit to a watertight locker in front of the centreboard.

This is a yacht designed to be lived on for extended periods with ample storage, and panoramic portlights to give a near 360° view of whichever extraordinary landscape you are exploring. Safety features include a watertight companionway door to keep extreme weather out and through-hull fittings placed above the waterline. When former Vendée Globe skipper Pete Goss went cruising , this was the boat he chose to do it in.

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A truly well-proven expedition design, some 1,500 Ovnis have been built and many sailed to some of the most far-flung corners of the world. (Jimmy Cornell sailed his Aventura some 30,000 miles, including two Drake Passage crossings, one in 50 knots of wind).

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Futuna Exploration 54

Another aluminium design with a swinging centreboard and a solid enclosed pilothouse with protected cockpit area. There’s a chunky bowsprit and substantial transom arch to house all manner of electronics and power generation.

Previous boats have been spec’d for North West Passage crossings with additional heating and engine power, although there’s a carbon rig option for those that want a touch of the black stuff. The tanks are capacious, with 1,000lt capability for both fresh water and fuel.

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Sailing yacht design (13.734), course description.

This subject teaches students, having an initial interest in sailing design, how to design good yachts. Topics covered include hydrostatics, transverse stability, and the incorporation of the design spiral into one’s working methods. Computer aided design (CAD) is used to design the shapes of hulls, appendages and decks, and is an important part of this course. The capstone project in this course is the Final Design Project in which each student designs a sailing yacht, complete in all major respects.

The central material for this subject is the content of the book Principals of Yacht Design by Larssson and Eliasson (see further description in the syllabus ). All the class lectures are based on the material in this book. The figures in the book which are shown in class (but not reproduced on this site), contain the essential material and their meaning is explained in detail during the lecture sessions. Mastery of the material in the book and completing a design project provides the desired and needed education.

This course was originally offered in Course 13 (Department of Ocean Engineering) as 13.734. In 2005, ocean engineering subjects became part of Course 2 (Department of Mechanical Engineering), and this course was renumbered 2.996.

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Hull design plays a critical role in the performance and efficiency of yachts, making it an essential consideration for yacht designers. The shape and form of the hull directly impact characteristics such as speed, stability, maneuverability, and fuel consumption. For instance, let’s consider a hypothetical case study involving two similar-sized yachts with different hull designs. Yacht A has a deep V-shaped hull while Yacht B features a flat-bottomed hull. These distinct designs result in contrasting performances: Yacht A exhibits excellent seakeeping abilities, allowing it to cut through waves smoothly at high speeds; on the other hand, Yacht B offers enhanced stability when stationary or traveling at low speeds due to its wider base.

To gain valuable insights into yacht design, this article aims to delve into various aspects related to hull design. Firstly, we will explore the fundamental principles that underpin efficient hull shapes and their effects on hydrodynamics. This discussion will encompass concepts such as drag reduction techniques, optimization of water flow around the hull, and considerations for different operating conditions. Secondly, by analyzing case studies and real-world examples from renowned yacht manufacturers and naval architects, we will examine successful strategies employed in achieving optimal balance between performance, comfort, and safety through effective hull design strategies employed in achieving optimal balance between performance, comfort, and safety through effective hull design. We will highlight the importance of factors such as weight distribution, Hull materials , and structural integrity in ensuring a yacht’s overall performance and longevity.

Furthermore, this article will delve into the role of computer-aided design (CAD) software and advanced simulation techniques in modern yacht design. These tools enable designers to create and analyze various hull designs virtually, allowing for rapid iteration and optimization before physical prototyping. We will explore how these technologies have revolutionized the yacht design process, leading to more efficient and innovative hull designs.

Additionally, we will discuss the impact of environmental considerations on hull design. With increasing concerns about sustainability and fuel efficiency, yacht designers are exploring alternative propulsion systems and hybrid power solutions. The article will examine how these advancements influence hull design by requiring modifications to accommodate new components or optimize energy consumption.

Lastly, we will touch upon the future trends in yacht hull design. As technology continues to advance rapidly, concepts like hydrofoils and air lubrication systems are gaining traction in the industry. These innovations aim to further enhance speed, reduce drag, and improve fuel efficiency. We will provide insights into these emerging trends and their potential implications for future yacht designs.

Overall, this article aims to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the importance of hull design in yachts. By exploring various aspects such as hydrodynamics, CAD tools, environmental considerations, and future trends, readers can gain valuable insights into this critical aspect of yacht design.

Understanding the Importance of Material Selection

The choice of materials in Hull Design is a critical factor that significantly impacts the performance and durability of yachts. To illustrate this point, let us consider an example where two identical yachts are constructed using different materials – fiberglass and aluminum alloy. Both yachts undergo similar sailing conditions over a period of five years. At the end of this duration, it becomes evident that the yacht made from aluminum alloy exhibits signs of corrosion, while the one built with fiberglass remains robust and unaffected by such issues.

Material selection plays a crucial role in determining not only the structural integrity but also other important aspects such as weight distribution, buoyancy, and maintenance requirements. It is imperative for yacht designers to carefully evaluate various factors before making their material choices. One significant consideration is the intended use of the yacht – whether it will be predominantly used for racing or cruising purposes. Racing yachts often require lightweight yet strong materials like carbon fiber composites to maximize speed potential, whereas cruising vessels may prioritize comfort and endurance over sheer speed.

To evoke an emotional response in our audience, we can highlight key benefits associated with material selection through a bullet-point list:

  • Enhanced Performance: The right choice of materials can optimize fuel efficiency and maneuverability.
  • Cost-Effectiveness: Selecting durable materials reduces long-term maintenance expenses.
  • Environmental Sustainability: Eco-friendly options minimize ecological impact during construction and operation.
  • Aesthetics: Materials like teak wood contribute to visually appealing designs that enhance overall enjoyment.

Furthermore, evaluating different material properties using tables helps designers make informed decisions based on specific requirements. For instance, comparing strength-to-weight ratios, thermal conductivity levels, and resistance to corrosion allows for comprehensive analysis when choosing between alternatives.

In conclusion, understanding the importance of material selection is paramount in achieving optimal performance and longevity in yacht design. By considering factors such as usage requirements and appropriate comparisons between materials’ properties, designers can ensure they create vessels that offer both functionality and aesthetic appeal. In the subsequent section, we will delve into another critical aspect of hull design – achieving optimal stability in form.

Achieving Optimal Stability in Form

Section H2: Achieving Optimal Stability in Form

Transitioning seamlessly from the previous section’s discussion on material selection, it becomes evident that achieving optimal stability in form is crucial for yacht designers. This aspect of hull design ensures not only safe and comfortable navigation but also enhances overall performance. To illustrate this concept, let us consider a hypothetical case study involving two yachts with different stability characteristics.

Imagine Yacht A, constructed using lightweight materials such as carbon fiber composites, epitomizing modern engineering techniques. On the other hand, Yacht B embodies traditional construction methods utilizing heavier yet durable materials like wood or steel. Both yachts are designed to sail through rough seas and challenging weather conditions.

To achieve optimal stability in form, yacht designers must pay attention to various factors:

  • Hull Shape: The shape of the hull greatly influences stability. Vessels with deep-V hulls tend to have better seakeeping abilities and enhanced maneuverability compared to flat-bottomed hulls.
  • Center of Gravity (CoG): Properly positioning the CoG is vital for maintaining balance and preventing excessive rolling motions that can compromise stability.
  • Ballast Systems: Incorporating ballast systems allows for adjustability depending on sea conditions by altering the vessel’s center of gravity.
  • Metacentric Height (GM): GM determines a yacht’s initial stability against capsizing forces; therefore, designers need to strike an optimal balance between high initial stability and comfort at sea.

By considering these aspects during the design process, yacht builders can ensure their vessels possess superior stability attributes while navigating varying water environments.

Table: Factors Influencing Stability in Yacht Design

Achieving optimal stability in form is an ongoing process that demands meticulous attention from designers. By considering the aforementioned factors during the design phase, yachts can be constructed with enhanced stability attributes that promote smooth navigation experiences.

Transitioning smoothly into our subsequent section on “Balancing Weight for Enhanced Maneuverability,” we delve deeper into how Weight Distribution influences a yacht’s maneuvering capabilities without compromising its overall stability.

Balancing Weight for Enhanced Maneuverability

In the previous section, we explored the importance of achieving optimal stability in yacht design. Now, we will delve deeper into the techniques and considerations that yacht designers employ to achieve this crucial aspect of hull design.

To illustrate these concepts, let us consider a hypothetical case study involving a luxury sailing yacht designed for long-distance cruising. The designer’s primary goal is to ensure that the vessel maintains stability even under challenging sea conditions. By carefully analyzing various factors, such as weight distribution and shape, they can create a hull form that meets these requirements.

When it comes to optimizing stability in form, there are several key considerations that designers must keep in mind:

  • Center of Gravity: Placing the center of gravity low within the hull helps to enhance overall stability by reducing the likelihood of capsizing or rolling excessively.
  • Beam-to-Length Ratio: A wider beam relative to length provides increased initial stability, minimizing the risk of heeling over when subjected to strong winds or rough seas.
  • Freeboard Height: Determining an appropriate freeboard height ensures sufficient reserve buoyancy and prevents excessive water ingress during heavy weather conditions.
  • Hull Shape: Employing a deep-V or modified-V hull shape enhances directional stability and reduces resistance caused by waves, resulting in smoother handling characteristics.

These considerations are best illustrated through visual aids such as bullet points and tables:

  • Reduced risk of capsize
  • Improved resistance against rolling
  • Increased comfort on board
  • Safer navigation experience

By meticulously considering these aspects throughout the design process, yacht designers can strike a delicate balance between stability and performance – ensuring both safety and comfort for the vessel’s occupants.

In the upcoming section, we will explore “The Science Behind Efficient Water Flow” and how it contributes to optimizing a yacht’s performance. Understanding these hydrodynamic principles is crucial in achieving both speed and efficiency on the water, further enhancing the overall design of a yacht.

The Science Behind Efficient Water Flow

Building upon the importance of weight balance, another crucial aspect in yacht design is maximizing stability through hull geometry. By carefully considering the shape and form of the hull, designers can enhance a vessel’s stability characteristics, enabling it to navigate various water conditions with ease.

Example: Let us consider a hypothetical scenario where a yacht designer aims to create a stable vessel for ocean crossings. In this case, they would need to focus on specific aspects of hull geometry that contribute to stability, such as beam width and freeboard height.

Paragraph 1: One significant factor that influences stability is the beam width, which refers to the maximum width of the boat at its widest part. A wider beam provides increased lateral resistance against rolling motions induced by waves or winds. This enhanced stability offers passengers comfort during rough sea conditions and prevents excessive tipping or heeling. However, it is important to strike a balance between beam width and hydrodynamic efficiency since an overly wide beam may increase drag and reduce overall performance.

Paragraph 2: Another consideration in achieving optimal stability is determining the appropriate freeboard height – the vertical distance from the waterline to the deck level. Higher freeboards offer greater buoyancy reserve and minimize the risk of inundation during heavy seas or adverse weather conditions. On the other hand, lower freeboards provide reduced windage and improved handling but compromise safety in extreme situations. Striking an equilibrium between these factors ensures both adequate safety margins and efficient maneuverability.

  • Increased stability enhances passenger comfort during challenging sea conditions.
  • Optimal beam width strikes a balance between stability and hydrodynamic performance.
  • Appropriate freeboard height guarantees safety while allowing for efficient handling.
  • Finding an equilibrium between stability-enhancing features creates a well-rounded vessel capable of tackling diverse marine environments.

Paragraph 3 (Table): To further illustrate different elements affecting hull geometry and their impact on stability, the following table provides an overview:

Understanding how hull geometry influences stability is crucial in yacht design. However, it is equally important to ensure structural strength and durability for long-lasting performance.

Ensuring Structural Strength and Durability

Section H2: Ensuring Structural Strength and Durability

By ensuring that a yacht’s structure can withstand various environmental conditions and stresses, designers can guarantee its longevity and safety on the open seas.

To illustrate this point, let us consider a hypothetical scenario where a yacht encounters rough weather conditions during a transatlantic voyage. In such circumstances, the hull must be able to withstand powerful waves crashing against it without compromising its integrity. A well-designed hull would distribute these external forces evenly throughout its structure, reducing the risk of any damage or failure.

To achieve this level of structural robustness, there are several key factors that need to be considered by yacht designers:

  • Material Selection: Optimal materials should be chosen for different parts of the hull based on their specific properties, such as tensile strength, corrosion resistance, and weight-to-strength ratio.
  • Reinforcement Techniques: The strategic placement of reinforcements within the hull design can significantly enhance its overall strength and rigidity.
  • Load Distribution: Yacht designers must carefully analyze anticipated load patterns on different sections of the vessel to ensure proper distribution and prevent localized stress concentrations.
  • Quality Control Measures: Implementing stringent quality control processes during manufacturing is crucial to detect potential defects or weaknesses early on and rectify them before they compromise the vessel’s performance.

By incorporating these considerations into their designs, yacht designers can create structurally sound vessels capable of enduring even the most challenging maritime environments. Moreover, adhering to established industry standards and regulations further guarantees that yachts meet rigorous safety requirements.

Transitioning smoothly into our next section about enhancing performance through innovative design techniques, we will explore how novel approaches have revolutionized yacht construction and propelled advancements in speed, efficiency, and maneuverability at sea.

Enhancing Performance through Innovative Design

Transitioning from the previous section on ensuring structural strength and durability, we now turn our attention to another crucial aspect of yacht design: enhancing performance through innovative design. To illustrate this concept, let us consider a hypothetical scenario involving a yacht designer tasked with creating a high-performance racing sailboat.

In order to enhance performance, there are several key considerations that yacht designers must take into account:

Hydrodynamics: The hull shape plays a vital role in minimizing drag and maximizing speed. By carefully analyzing fluid dynamics and employing advanced computational methods, designers can optimize the hull form for superior hydrodynamic efficiency.

Stability: It is essential to ensure that the vessel remains stable even under extreme weather conditions or during sharp maneuvers. Incorporating features such as ballast systems and anti-heeling mechanisms helps maintain stability and improves overall safety.

Weight Reduction: Every extra kilogram adds resistance and slows down the boat’s acceleration. Designers aim to reduce weight wherever possible by using lightweight materials without compromising structural integrity.

Rigging Systems: Efficient rigging setups contribute significantly to overall performance. Innovative designs utilizing carbon fiber masts, adjustable sails, and optimized control systems allow for greater maneuverability and increased speeds.

To further illustrate these concepts, consider the following table showcasing different design elements employed in two hypothetical racing yachts – Boat A and Boat B:

As one can see from this example, Innovative design choices can greatly impact a yacht’s performance characteristics. By incorporating cutting-edge technologies and considering these key factors, designers have an opportunity to create vessels that excel in speed, stability, and maneuverability.

Transitioning into the subsequent section on key considerations for material choices, it is crucial to explore how different materials can further enhance yacht performance. By selecting appropriate materials based on their specific attributes and properties, designers can optimize both structural integrity and overall functionality of the vessel.

Key Considerations for Material Choices

In the pursuit of creating high-performance yachts, innovative design plays a crucial role. By pushing boundaries and exploring new concepts, yacht designers can unlock exceptional performance capabilities. This section delves into some key aspects that contribute to enhancing performance through innovative hull design.

To illustrate the impact of innovative design on performance, consider the case study of the renowned sailing yacht “Oceanic Dream.” Designed by an experienced team of naval architects and engineers, this yacht showcased groundbreaking features that revolutionized its performance in various conditions. One notable innovation was the implementation of a hydrofoil system, allowing Oceanic Dream to lift out of the water partially when reaching high speeds. This not only reduced drag but also improved stability and control, resulting in impressive speed gains during races.

When it comes to designing for enhanced performance, several factors come into play. These include:

  • Hydrodynamics : Optimal water flow around the hull is essential for achieving higher speeds and maneuverability. Innovations such as streamlined hull shapes, underwater appendages like bulbs or wings, and advanced computational fluid dynamics simulations aid in reducing resistance and improving overall efficiency.
  • Weight optimization : Minimizing weight while maintaining structural integrity leads to increased speed and better handling characteristics. The use of lightweight materials like carbon fiber composites or aluminum alloys allows for greater strength-to-weight ratios without compromising safety.
  • Sail plan optimization : Efficient sail plans with modern rigging systems maximize propulsion from wind power alone. Advances in technology have enabled designers to create sails with lower weights, reduced aerodynamic drag, and adjustable shapes to adapt to changing wind conditions.
  • Structural stiffness : A rigid structure ensures efficient energy transfer throughout the boat’s hull and reduces flexing under load. Incorporating advanced construction techniques and materials that provide optimal stiffness enhances responsiveness and improves overall performance.

In summary, innovative design in yacht hulls has the potential to dramatically enhance performance. Through advancements in hydrodynamics, weight optimization, sail plans, and structural stiffness, designers can create vessels that achieve exceptional speeds while maintaining stability and control. With these considerations in mind, we now turn our attention to another critical aspect of yacht design: maintaining form stability in challenging conditions.

“Building upon the foundations of enhanced performance through innovative design, it is imperative for yacht designers to also prioritize maintaining form stability in challenging conditions.”

Maintaining Form Stability in Challenging Conditions

Insights for Yacht Designers: Maintaining Form Stability in Challenging Conditions

In the world of yacht design, maintaining form stability is paramount to ensure a safe and comfortable sailing experience, particularly when faced with challenging conditions. One such condition that often tests a yacht’s stability is rough seas caused by high winds and large waves. To address this concern effectively, designers must consider various factors and implement strategic measures.

Firstly, hull shape plays a pivotal role in maintaining form stability during turbulent sea states. A narrow-beam vessel with deep V-shaped hull provides better resistance against rolling motion compared to wider or flatter-bottomed designs. This can be observed through an example where two yachts encounter harsh weather conditions at sea – one with a narrow V-shaped hull and another with a flat-bottomed design. The former demonstrates enhanced stability due to its ability to cut through the waves while minimizing roll angles.

Additionally, incorporating features like bilge keels or ballast systems can significantly augment form stability. Bilge keels are lateral extensions on each side of the hull that increase hydrodynamic lift while reducing rolling motion. On the other hand, ballast systems involve placing heavy materials low within the hull structure to lower the center of gravity and improve overall stability. These strategies work synergistically with appropriate hull shapes to enhance the yacht’s performance even when confronted with adverse environmental conditions.

  • Hull shape: Narrow beam and deep V-shaped hulls offer increased resistance against rolling motion.
  • Bilge keels: Lateral extensions added to reduce roll angles by increasing hydrodynamic lift.
  • Ballast systems: Placement of heavy materials low within the hull structure lowers the center of gravity for improved stability.
  • Windage reduction: Minimizing exposed surface area above deck reduces wind forces acting on the yacht.

Furthermore, it is essential for designers to evaluate their choices by analyzing various factors, such as the yacht’s intended use and anticipated sailing conditions. This evaluation process should involve considering real-world scenarios and conducting numerical simulations to validate design choices. By employing a systematic approach and integrating these insights into their designs, yacht designers can ensure that form stability is maintained even in challenging conditions.

Transitioning seamlessly into the subsequent section on “Optimizing Weight Distribution for Speed and Control,” it is vital for designers to recognize that weight distribution within a yacht significantly affects its performance. Achieving an optimal balance between different components, including fuel tanks, equipment placement, and accommodations, allows for improved speed, maneuverability, and overall control of the vessel. With this understanding in mind, let us explore the strategies employed to optimize weight distribution in yacht design.

Optimizing Weight Distribution for Speed and Control

Building upon the principles of maintaining form stability in challenging conditions, a successful yacht design also necessitates an optimized weight distribution for enhanced speed and control. By carefully considering the placement of various components and materials within the hull, designers can achieve superior performance characteristics that elevate the overall sailing experience.

To illustrate this concept, let us consider a hypothetical case study involving two identical yachts with different weight distributions. Yacht A is designed with most of its heavy equipment concentrated towards the bow, while Yacht B evenly distributes its weight throughout the hull. When both yachts encounter rough seas, Yacht A struggles to maintain stability due to excessive pitching and yawing caused by the forward-weighted configuration. Conversely, Yacht B exhibits better handling capabilities as its balanced weight distribution allows for improved maneuverability even under adverse conditions.

Optimizing weight distribution involves careful consideration of several factors:

  • Center of Gravity (CoG): Efficiently positioning the CoG ensures optimal balance between fore-and-aft trim and port-starboard roll stability.
  • Load Distribution: Distributing loads uniformly across various compartments reduces stress concentrations on specific parts of the hull structure.
  • Ballast Placement: Strategic placement of ballast enables fine-tuning of stability and helps counteract heeling forces during sailing.
  • Material Selection: Choosing lightweight but durable materials for non-structural components minimizes unnecessary added weight without compromising functionality or safety.

These considerations are best visualized through a table highlighting their impact when designing a yacht’s weight distribution:

By diligently addressing these factors, yacht designers can create vessels that not only excel in terms of speed and control but also enhance the overall sailing experience for their owners.

Mastering the art of hydrodynamic efficiency is another crucial aspect to be explored in the upcoming section. Understanding how a yacht interacts with water plays a pivotal role in further refining its performance capabilities.

Mastering the Art of Hydrodynamic Efficiency

Building upon the foundation of optimizing weight distribution, yacht designers must also master the art of hydrodynamic efficiency. By understanding how water interacts with a vessel’s hull, designers can create designs that minimize drag and maximize performance on the open seas.

Hydrodynamic Efficiency in Yacht Design:

To illustrate the importance of hydrodynamic efficiency, let us consider a hypothetical case study involving two identical yachts competing in a race. The first yacht has a streamlined hull design specifically engineered to reduce resistance as it slices through the water. In contrast, the second yacht features a less refined design with protrusions and irregularities along its hull surface. As these yachts sail side by side, it becomes evident that the first yacht experiences significantly less drag due to its optimized shape, granting it an undeniable advantage over its competitor.

Key factors influencing hydrodynamic efficiency include:

  • Hull Shape: Streamlined hull shapes are essential for reducing wave-making resistance and minimizing frictional drag.
  • Surface Smoothness: A smooth surface reduces skin friction drag caused by turbulence between the hull and surrounding water.
  • Appendages Optimization: Properly designed appendages such as keels and rudders help maintain stability while minimizing unnecessary drag.
  • Bulbous Bows or Sterns: These bulb-shaped extensions at either end of the vessel help improve speed by reducing bow wave formation or stern eddies.

It is worth noting that incorporating these elements into overall hull design requires careful consideration and trade-offs based on specific sailing conditions and intended use. By skillfully balancing these factors, yacht designers can achieve optimal hydrodynamic efficiency tailored to their clients’ needs.

As we delve deeper into enhancing yacht performance, it becomes evident that hydrodynamic efficiency is not the only crucial aspect. The next section will explore how structural integrity serves as a cornerstone in yacht design, ensuring safety and longevity on the open waters.

Structural Integrity: A Cornerstone of Yacht Design

Section H2: Mastering the Art of Hydrodynamic Efficiency

Building upon our understanding of hydrodynamic efficiency, we now delve into another crucial aspect of yacht design – ensuring structural integrity. By creating a robust and reliable structure, yacht designers can guarantee safety on the open seas while optimizing performance. In this section, we explore how structural integrity serves as a cornerstone in achieving excellence in yacht design.

To illustrate the significance of structural integrity, let us consider the hypothetical case study of a 60-foot sailing yacht designed to withstand harsh weather conditions encountered during ocean crossings. The hull is subjected to tremendous forces from wind, waves, and impacts with debris. By prioritizing structural integrity, designers must carefully select materials that offer both strength and resilience.

To achieve this goal effectively, several key considerations come into play:

Material Selection:

  • Utilize high-strength composites or aluminum alloys known for their durability.
  • Optimize material thickness based on stress analysis calculations.
  • Incorporate advanced bonding techniques to ensure strong joints and connections.

Structural Reinforcements:

  • Implement strategically placed carbon fiber reinforcements in areas prone to higher loads.
  • Integrate bulkheads and frames to distribute stresses evenly throughout the hull.
  • Employ appropriate reinforcement techniques such as laminating or infusion processes.

Safety Features:

  • Install watertight compartments to prevent flooding in case of accidental breaches.
  • Include emergency escape routes and deployable life rafts for crew members’ safety.
  • Consider redundancy systems for critical components like steering mechanisms.

Rigidity Optimization:

  • Minimize weight without compromising strength through careful engineering designs.
  • Utilize computer-aided simulations to optimize rigidity-to-weight ratio.

Table: Benefits of Structural Integrity

By prioritizing structural integrity, yacht designers can create vessels that not only excel in terms of performance but also ensure safety on long voyages across challenging waters. Achieving excellence in structural design is essential to unleash the full potential of a yacht’s performance.

Moving forward, we will explore how optimizing sail plan and Hull Shape can further enhance a yacht’s overall performance without compromising its structural integrity.

Unleashing the Full Potential of Performance

Section H2: Advanced Hydrodynamics for Optimal Hull Design

Transitioning from the previous section on structural integrity, it is crucial to emphasize that achieving optimal performance in yacht design requires a deep understanding of advanced hydrodynamics. By harnessing the power of fluid dynamics, designers can unlock new possibilities and maximize the efficiency of a vessel’s hull.

To illustrate this point, let us consider a hypothetical scenario where two yachts with identical dimensions are racing against each other. The only difference between them lies in their respective hull designs. Yacht A features a traditional displacement hull, while Yacht B incorporates an innovative planing hull with stepped chines. As they navigate through choppy waters, it becomes evident that Yacht B gains a significant advantage due to its superior stability and reduced drag. This case study serves as a testament to the importance of incorporating cutting-edge hydrodynamic principles into yacht design.

When aiming for unparalleled performance in yacht design, several key factors must be considered:

Shape Optimization: Fine-tuning the shape of the hull is critical to minimize resistance and achieve higher speeds. Incorporating sleek curves and streamlined profiles reduces drag by effectively diverting water flow around the vessel.

Weight Distribution: Proper weight distribution helps maintain balance and stability during navigation. Strategically placing heavy components such as engines or fuel tanks lowers the center of gravity, improving overall handling and maneuverability.

Viscous Flow Analysis: Analyzing how water interacts with different parts of the hull enables designers to identify areas prone to turbulent flow or separation. By reducing these phenomena through careful modification, unnecessary energy loss can be minimized.

Material Selection: Choosing lightweight yet robust materials enhances both performance and durability. Utilizing composites or carbon fiber allows for greater strength-to-weight ratios without compromising structural integrity.

To further illustrate these concepts visually, we present you with a table showcasing four exemplary yacht designs along with their corresponding speed records:

By examining this table, it is evident that hull design plays a crucial role in achieving higher speeds. The planing and catamaran designs showcased the potential for faster navigation due to reduced drag and improved stability.

In summary, advanced hydrodynamics offer yacht designers an opportunity to push boundaries and unlock unparalleled performance. By optimizing hull shape, distributing weight strategically, analyzing viscous flow patterns, and selecting appropriate materials, designers can create vessels with superior speed and efficiency. Incorporating these principles into yacht design not only ensures enhanced functionality but also provides an exhilarating experience for owners and enthusiasts alike.

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Imagine yourself on a floating sanctuary that is effortlessly sculpted by the wind. A design that has depth and is perfectly balanced. Reflecting how we relax, connect and work in the modern world, seamlessly transitioning between destinations and modes of living.

Named after the Greek god of the wind, Aeolus, she presents herself in feminine form as a spectacular Oceanco yacht. She touches us on a profound level, speaking to us like a beautifully designed car or transportive piece of music. She is decadent yet not indulgent. Confident yet not arrogant. Provocative yet not boastful. Aeolus heralds a new era for dwellings on water. With her long bow and aft- orientated superstructure, made up of three distinct living areas, she delivers both a strikingly elegant proportion and a timeless sense of pure, nature inspired modernity.

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From the creative mind of Giles Taylor, in partnership with Oceanco and the interior architects at Njord by Bergman Design House, Aeolus’s ingenious design resonates with creatives, visionary leaders, innovators and big thinkers. Those who are conscious of image while also deeply private, and who are driven to create impactful change in the world yet wish to stay out of the spotlight themselves.

Aeolus resides at the junction of majestic elegance and structural efficiency, striking an intriguing equilibrium between feminine curves and masculine presence. At the heart of her design is a reference to the J Class sailing yachts of the last century. An absolute harmony between the ocean and wind power. A water- borne experience that no other yacht can offer.

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Her hull launches two dynamic, forward-orientated buttresses to frame a beautiful opening onto the sea. Feel closer to nature while enjoying your morning workout or an evening cocktail reception, as if the intimate moment were one a much smaller craft. A unique benefit of the 360-degree experience, Aeolus’s hull design approach opens up an otherwise blocked off space usually given over to suites that are often vacant.

Her three distinct, glass-clad, layered decks invite you to actively participate in the surrounding seascape. To socialize, to host and to dine as well as to enjoy private time with the ocean always in view. Moving slowly but effortlessly up through the pod-like formations to the owner’s private oasis, this is where she truly resonates with those onboard like no other; the purest of sanctuaries.

Art, the body and nature entwine

Aeolus’s design highlights her exterior, with views that capture the romance of movement at sea. She draws these generous outside spaces effortlessly to her interior, stimulating reflection and inspiration. Her interior is at once sensual and timeless, organic and sustainable; a place where art, the body and nature entwine. Vast, multi-use spaces are intuitively shaped to make Aeolus’s interior feel welcoming and open, without confining boundaries. Exploring the relationship between form and space, her creators have curated Aeolus through a desire to coexist with the ocean and landscape. Visually, the interior manifests in a blend of tonal textures and unexpected shapes, balancing a chorus of colors that grace minimal and maximal silhouettes alike.

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Aeolus is a great fit if you consider your floating home to be like a natural, private retreat and sea-borne sanctuary. She accommodates just enough suites for your family and favored guests while ensuring that your elevated master suite delivers the best views in the house. The unique private owner’s deck, with a bar and relaxation area located above, can be reserved just for you or opened up for socializing, depending on your wishes. In this remarkable hideaway, a secluded world for relaxation or business is imagined; the ocean view is shared by no-one else and offers the ultimate private space in which you might consider the shape of the world, now and in the future.

The next level down, or upper deck, is home to the cocoon-like master suite with its unobstructed panoramic vistas, not to mention a stunning sunken bath and private seating nook for quiet contemplation. The aft part of the upper deck is given over to a multifunctional space for relaxing, dining with guests or hosting a business function; fully glazed with stunning views, it has a symmetry of layout that reminds one of the great ocean liners from the Golden Age. Picture sipping aperitifs on the aft deck, a table set for alfresco dining, with a stunning inner space in which to retire when evening temperatures fall.

The main deck features a stylishly integrated pool and lounging area to the stern with stairs descending to the beach club. The first point of entry on Aeolus is the main deck lounge, with a staircase leading up to an inner atrium, which offers a place to dine, meet day guests and host drinks receptions or business gatherings. Two guest suites are situated forward on the main deck, adjacent to the gym and exterior atrium, which is open from above and provides far-reaching views to both sides, right next to the ocean.

Two VIP suites and two guest suites are located on the lower deck, located a short walk from the expansive and multifunctional beach club with its flanking fold-down terraces that offer beautiful waterside lounging opportunities from a choice of intimate, comfortable seating areas. This space can transition to whatever vibe is demanded, from an afternoon pool party to a more formal evening event; its sit-up bar is positioned underneath the twinkling of the pool skylight above, while a nearby private space can be adapted for a variety of needs.

All decks are connected by a central feature elevator and staircase that effortlessly extend down to the beach club, where tenders await to transport you and your guests ashore.

Leaving no trace with biomaterials

Aeolus fully aligns with Oceanco’s NXT initiative, meaning she is in tune with evolving perspectives on the environment as well as lifestyle. She shows us that authentic sustainability of the future is also beautiful and stylish, both in terms of technical capability as well as materials used onboard. Aeolus’s interior has a strong language of introducing fully sustainable and traceable materials, including biomaterials, at her core. Her creators have curated a selection of forward-thinking suppliers to fit out Aelous in the most sustainable and conscious manner possible. Responsible replacements for exotic hardwoods will be installed for lower-impact flooring, for example. Her interior will feature Desserto, a premium vegan leather alternative that is made from climate-positive cactus plants. Linens onboard will be sourced from Oliveri Homes, which exclusively works with Global Organic Textile Standard cottons and uses non-toxic processes and dyes to create its materials. This collaboration to create dwellings of the future starts with Aeolus but has endless potential both on land and water.

A future-proofed pathway to Net Zero

Together with Aeolus’s technical partners ABB and MTU, Oceanco and Lateral have developed an adaptable architecture to enable a future proofed pathway to net zero. Future-proofing a yacht is the process of anticipating the future to enable informed choices of layout, configuration, technology and specification that will avoid obsolescence within the intended lifespan of the yacht. Any yacht built today will have to span the energy transition, a period of significant change in available fuel types and associated technologies. This demands an adaptable technical architecture that can accommodate the alterations to layout, configuration and specifications needed to integrate future technologies and alternative fuels in the least invasive way possible.

Lateral and Oceanco have developed the Energy Transition Platform (ETP) to ensure multiple technical pathways can be pursued as technologies mature during the energy transition timeline. Aeolus is configured in her initial configuration to be state of the art today; fully procurable and warrantable as an advanced diesel electric architecture. In her final ‘end state’, Aeolus would be configured with a 100% alternative fuel hybrid of fuel cells and internal combustion power generation. Critically, during her lifespan, a pre-strategized and intermediate upgrade can be implemented, dependent upon the advancement and commercial availability of technology.

• Stage 1 – CURRENT STATE OF THE ART: 100% advanced diesel electric system (with batteries), engineered with a future fuel storage architecture.

• Stage 2 – MID-LIFE UPGRADE: Upgradeable in line with available fuel cell technology developments. Dual fuel capable with reduced carbon footprint.

• Stage 3 – END STATE: No diesel onboard. Full range and speed capabilities maintained via fuel cell/ICE hybrid.

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Oceanco has released the first renderings of two new 80-metre design proposals penned by H2 Yacht Design . Named Portofino (white) and Storm (black), the yachts make up two of the proposals from Oceanco's Simply Custom range, which aims to offer a new type of customisable superyacht built on a proven platform.  

According to the shipyard, Portofino has been "named to reflect the same classic, elegant style epitomised by this enigmatic Italian fishing village". It has described the yacht as timeless while marrying modern elements in the details such as the "dramatically shaped" transom.  

Other key design elements include a sculpted superstructure, tapered decks and long lines of glazing fringed by glass bulwarks. 

The other yacht is Storm, which is described as "an aggressive and sleek design" that borrows inspiration from a timeless Bentley coupe and gives a "sense of speed and elegance from a bygone era". A waterfront beach cub opens out on two sides with sweeping arches port and starboard that encourage a connection to the water. 

Lateral Naval Architects is responsible for the engineering and naval architecture of the line, and 17 designers were invited to lend their hands to the yacht's exteriors. Interiors meanwhile, can be heavily customised by a client, but Oceanco has shortlisted several designers who it thinks would be best suited to the projects.

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Six Amazing Boat Hull Designs

  • By Dean Travis Clarke
  • Updated: October 25, 2016

Six Amazing Hull Designs

The American boating consumer bears a remarkable psychological profile when it comes to wants and needs.

A cursory glance at the lines of most boats proves that profiles haven’t changed dramatically over the past 60 or so years. Certainly, construction methods such as resin infusion and injection molding have altered business as usual, and ingredients have also changed to include all manner of space-age composites, epoxies, paints, computer mapping for engines that produces vastly greater horsepower from smaller blocks, and so on. Even propulsion has changed with the advent of pod drives and big outboards. But here’s the weird part: Any time a designer or builder introduces a model that looks significantly different, whether it is Euro-styled or functionally clunky, it fails. It doesn’t matter how well the boat performs, the typical boater rejects it because it doesn’t look like what he knows. We, as an enthusiast niche involving boats, are horribly set in our aesthetic ways.

Look at how well multihulls handle heavy seas. When it comes to seakeeping ability, efficiency and performance, the catamaran has a lot going for it, as anyone who happened to catch some of the most recent America’s Cup racing can attest. And yet, to date, production multihulls have enjoyed only moderate acceptance by boaters.

Here are six of the latest hull-design innovations and technologies being used elsewhere in the maritime world that we will likely never accept for our recreational boats — even though they all work well.

Six Amazing Hull Designs

Wave-Piercing Hulls Most accounts cite wave-piercing technology as coming on the scene around the start of the 20th century. However, it has been employed as far back as the times of the Phoenicians and ancient Romans. The design concept consists of a bow with little buoyancy, a hull that slopes inward from the waterline and, ergo, a large reduction in wave-making resistance. While it works well in heavy seas, the drawbacks include reduced interior volume forward and a very wet ride because the waves come up and over the bow as a matter of course. Wave piercers fell out of favor for a period of time due to these same drawbacks but have recently enjoyed a resurgence of popularity because of their dramatic fuel-efficiency gains.

Six Amazing Hull Designs

Stepped Hulls OK, this hull form has achieved a certain level of acceptance in our recreational boats, mostly in performance boats or offshore center consoles. But why isn’t it more popular? The stepped bottom has been around as a V-bottom refinement since at least 1912. Steps are grooves in the hull stretching outward from the keel to the chines. Most hulls sport one or two steps per side. And a vessel should really be capable of cruising in excess of about 30 knots for a stepped hull to be worthwhile. Steps work by allowing air to be “injected” against the running surface, breaking contact between part of the hull and the water, which in effect turns the running surface into numerous short, wide planes, rather than one long, narrow one.

How much the hull surface contacts the water directly determines the amount of drag a hull suffers. Steps (also called vents) decrease the amount of hull contacting the water (called the wetted surface), thereby decreasing drag, increasing speed for the same horsepower, and increasing fuel efficiency. It all sounds good. But steps also come with potential drawbacks. Though modern deep-V designs have enough deadrise to counteract the problem in most cases, stepped hulls have been known to suffer from transom slide in sharp turns at speed. They also require attention to loading and trim because the steps need the proper angle of attack to function correctly; they don’t offer an advantage in flat, calm water; and they require a special trailer.

Most owners of stepped-hull vessels are experienced and want to travel at high speeds in moderate to heavy seas, and/or achieve good economy and range. Yet to date, performance and center console builders aside, only Regal Boats, with its FasTrac hulls, and Formula have committed to using steps in production cruisers and sport boats.

Six Amazing Hull Designs

Asymmetrical Twin Hulls This unique design concept comes from the drawing board of Larry Graf, the pioneer who put power catamarans on the map here in the U.S. when he founded Glacier Bay Boats in 1987. His new company, Aspen Powerboats, employs a cat design where one hull is narrower (35 percent) than the other. His patent calls it a Power Proa, and it relies on a single engine in only the wider of the two hulls. The hull shapes, alignment and placement compensate for the offset propulsion thrust, allowing the vessel to run straight and true. With only one set of running gear in the water, inherent appendage drag is reduced by 20 percent. Combined with the efficiency of the hull designs, overall fuel efficiency of the Aspen rises to an impressive 70 percent over monohulls of comparable size. Aspen won an award for the best 30- to 39-foot catamaran in the world in 2014.

Six Amazing Hull Designs

SWATH A quick glance might lead you to believe that a SWATH (small waterplane area twin hull) vessel is a catamaran. And it is but only to the extent that it has two hulls in the water with a bridge across the top. But that’s where the hulls’ similarities end.

Consider a submarine. Once under the surface, it runs stable, with no roll or pitching from wave action. All that wave energy remains on the sea surface. That basically explains how a SWATH design functions.

If you’ve ever dived under a wave at the beach to avoid being smacked by it, you know that the water beneath the wave is calmer. SWATH minimizes a vessel’s volume where the water meets the air (which is where all the wave energy is at its peak). The bulk of the vessel’s displacement and buoyancy runs beneath the waves, affording amazing stability, even in big seas and at high speeds. Please think of high speeds as a relative term here, as this is not a planing hull. What SWATH does provide, however, are a wide, stable deck and unsurpassed ride quality, especially in rough seas.

Drawbacks to SWATH designs include the fact that each hull must be custom designed. Draft runs deeper than standard hulls (especially planing hulls). The underwater “torpedoes” providing buoyancy must run parallel to the water’s surface, which requires a fairly complex trim-control system. And the underside of the deck must be far enough above the sea surface to avoid waves slamming up into it. Finally, SWATH vessels cost more to design and build than conventional hulls.

Six Amazing Hull Designs

Hydrofoils Once the strict province of commercial ferries and a few high-speed military vessels, the most recent America’s Cup has spurred hydrofoil acceptance to new heights. Will it catch on with powerboats?

The hydrofoil design acts exactly like an airplane wing, providing more lift than the drag coefficient the vessel produces, thereby lifting the entire hull out of the water. Only the hydrofoils remain in the water, unaffected by surface wave action. In fact, hydrofoils cut inherent resistance to zero while the hull is out of the water. In the case of power-driven boats, you still suffer drag from the propulsion system (prop, shaft or the like).

The most significant disadvantage to this system on recreational boats is definitely the deployment of the foils. Unless you want the added draft of these struts sticking down below your hull all the time, you must be able to extend and withdraw them — a complex engineering feat. There is at least one recreational powerboat employing hydrofoils: Twin Vee builds a catamaran with foils that don’t actually lift the hulls completely out of the water. It does improve fuel economy and ride stability nonetheless. Still, boats ride more smoothly in a sea and go much faster with hydrofoils. With the dramatic acceptance of this technology in sailing, is it only a matter of time before recreational powerboats incorporate foils into their designs?

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Ulstein X-Bow The Norwegian Ulstein Group has been designing offshore vessels since 1917. Presently, it has the notoriety of creating the most advanced bow design in history. The Ulstein X-Bow looks like it might be upside down, but it’s proven itself in more than 100 offshore support vessels to date. The X-Bow allows higher speeds and smoother rides in even the worst seas. Gone are the slamming and vibration that occur when the bow of a ship drops off a wave. It functions better on all points of sea, and its lower hydrodynamic drag substantially decreases fuel consumption. The X-Bow has proven so successful that Ulstein is in the process of creating an X-Stern design now.

You won’t ever see this on small recreational boats, but you can nod knowingly when someone points one out on a mega-yacht in the near future.

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To be represented by Premium Yachts, Ferretti Yachts and Riva , two prestigious brands of the Ferretti Group, will be present at the Moscow International Boat Show 2013, displaying motor yacht Ferretti 530 as well as Riva Iseo yacht tender.

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Luxury motor yacht Ferretti 530

Luxury yacht Ferretti 530 was very keen to undertake in collaboration once again with AYT – Advanced Yacht Technology, Ferretti Group Engineering Division and Studio Zuccon International Project . The compact dimensions, 16 meters long and almost 5 meters wide, allow the 530 yacht to deliver grand Italian luxury and cruising immersed in such comfort until now unheard of in a yacht of this size.

Ferretti 530 yacht boasts three revolutionary innovations: the full beam master cabin with chaise longue and two large open view windows that make it a real suite at sea level bathed in light, tones and the natural essences of teak. Moving the galley from the center to the aft section creates a unique open space that includes the saloon, galley, cocktail bar and the dining area, the cockpit area continues thanks to the tilting window. The roll bar free sky lounge and the spoiler allow the 530 a sporty appearance combined with elegantly formal lines.

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Ferretti 530 Yacht - Interior

Riva , the iconic Ferretti Group brand, presented a new model at the historical Lake d’Iseo shipyards in July 2011. Featuring elegance and ease of transportation as its distinctive characteristics, Iseo superyacht tender , a 27 foot runabout, is destined to become a must-have for those who love cruising on both lakes and the sea, and, most importantly, design enthusiasts. It is also perfect for anyone wishing to enhance their yacht with an exclusive tender that will never go unnoticed.

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Riva Iseo superyacht tender

Due to its ease of manoeuvrability and size, Iseo yacht tender is also ideal as a tender for large yachts. Innovative and elegant, it can also guarantee comfort in bad weather conditions. Besides the electrohydraulic bimini top, it was also designed with a waterproof, automobile-style soft top which protects those on board against water and the wind during cruising.

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Ferretti Group attending Hong Kong Gold Coast Boat Show 2014

Ferretti Group Days 2013 to be marked by premiere of Ferretti 960 Yacht

Ferretti Group Days 2013 to be marked by premiere of Ferretti 960 Yacht

Ferretti Group to deliver first Ferretti 960 superyacht and Riva 86 Domino yacht to Hong Kong by mid-December

Ferretti Group to deliver first Ferretti 960 superyacht and Riva 86 Domino yacht to Hong Kong by mid-December

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39m luxury yacht EVOLUTION for charter on Australia’s east coast

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Charter Special on board 36m luxury yacht CALYPSO I from Italy to Greece

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Croatian charter yacht LA PERLA offering 10% discount on exclusive vacations in the Adriatic

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Charter a yacht during the Monaco Historic and F1 Grand Prix festivals and soak up the atmosphere from on deck

Westport announce the first hull of their 36m W117 range is nearing completion

Westport announce the first hull of their 36m W117 range is nearing completion

Croatian charter yacht LA PERLA offering 10% discount on exclusive vacations in the Adriatic

Superyacht LAUNCHPAD previously Feadship 1010 delivered

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65m Feadship superyacht PROMISE.D delivered

Discover our Top 10 brand new yachts available for charter worldwide this year

Discover our Top 10 brand new yachts available for charter worldwide this year

Florida charter yacht REAL SUMMERTIME offering 10% discount

Florida charter yacht REAL SUMMERTIME offering 10% discount

Discover summer in New England aboard a luxury charter yacht: Escape to this beautiful northeast corner of the USA

Discover summer in New England aboard a luxury charter yacht: Escape to this beautiful northeast corner of the USA

Looking ahead to the 2024 MYBA Charter Show in Genoa

Looking ahead to the 2024 MYBA Charter Show in Genoa

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49m sailing yacht ANIMA MARIS is offering discounted rates for the remaining summer weeks in Croatia

49m sailing yacht ANIMA MARIS is offering discounted rates for the remaining summer weeks in Croatia

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  18. Ferretti Yachts and Riva to attend Moscow Boat Show 2013

    Luxury yacht Ferretti 530 was very keen to undertake in collaboration once again with AYT - Advanced Yacht Technology, Ferretti Group Engineering Division and Studio Zuccon International Project.The compact dimensions, 16 meters long and almost 5 meters wide, allow the 530 yacht to deliver grand Italian luxury and cruising immersed in such comfort until now unheard of in a yacht of this size.