ONBOARD Magazine Tenders & Toys - spring 2023
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The industry's largest and most comprehensive guide to tenders and toys for the superyacht industry.
ONBOARD is aimed purely at the superyacht professional – whether onboard or shoreside. 100% of your spend will hit your targets on the Mediterranean from Palma in Mallorca, Barcelona, through France to Genoa and beyond together with Montenegro and the Aegean, plus the eastern seaboard of Florida. We hand deliver every copy to superyachts over 30m to make sure your message gets in to the hands of the decision makers on board.
The publication is also delivered to relevant businesses around the ports and marinas together with shipyards. We also attend the major yacht shows in Monaco, FLIBS, METS, Boote Dusseldorf, Palma and MYBA for on site distribution. Plus, we post over 500 copies to relevant businesses not on the Mediterranean such as the UK, the Netherlands, Germany the rest of northern Europe and of course the USA and Caribbean.
We work hard to develop a publication that all the crew and land based decision makers will read from cover to cover. An enjoyable and informative read for everyone means your message will be read.
Talking about your brand, product, services and your team is essential and with our help, the message hits the right decision makers.
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<strong>2023</strong><br />
ALL THE FUN<br />
OF THE SEA<br />
THE BEST TENDERS FOR <strong>2023</strong>,<br />
PLUS E-TENDERS, SUBS,<br />
INFLATABLES & TOYS
TENDERS<br />
& TOYS<br />
06<br />
I WANT ONE OF THOSE<br />
General Manager of Hill<br />
Robinson, Italy, Pino Di Mora<br />
chooses his favourite tenders<br />
16<br />
ALL CHARGED UP<br />
Why the electric superyacht<br />
tenders market continues to<br />
gain in popularity<br />
28<br />
HULL OF A DESIGN<br />
Clement David of Navia<br />
Design talks about the<br />
evolution of hull design<br />
32<br />
IN THE HOT SEAT<br />
Seating on tenders must<br />
provide comfort and<br />
adequate shock mitigation<br />
TOP OF THE PROPS<br />
CONTENT<br />
The powerhouses of gasoline, diesel and electric<br />
outboard engines<br />
46<br />
HELICOPTERS<br />
The right options for heli-capable<br />
superyachts<br />
86<br />
42<br />
DIVE IN TO THE FUN<br />
<strong>Toys</strong> continue to play a huge<br />
part of the charter experience<br />
51<br />
TENDERS LISTING<br />
You need to prepare a short list of<br />
proposed tenders for the boss but where<br />
do you start? Fully custom, Semi-custom,<br />
Limos, RIBs, Chaseboats, Electric, Utility,<br />
which type of tender are you looking for?<br />
<strong>ONBOARD</strong> puts together a varied list of<br />
the top contenders this season.<br />
THE CREW<br />
Editor Chris Clifford<br />
Editorial Assistant Carol Kenyon<br />
Advertising Manager Tim Morris<br />
Art Direction Katie Prentice<br />
Accounts Jane Wetton<br />
Contributors Frances and Michael<br />
Howorth, Pino Di Mora,<br />
Ed Hill MA FdA<br />
Distributed by Superyacht Distribution<br />
www.superyacht-distribution.com<br />
<strong>Tenders</strong> & <strong>Toys</strong> Supplement is published<br />
annually by <strong>ONBOARD</strong> <strong>Magazine</strong><br />
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CONTENT<br />
98<br />
JET BOARDS<br />
Experience the thrill of flying over<br />
the waves with the latest<br />
selection of electric e-boards<br />
104<br />
WHEELY FUN<br />
Grab some action with<br />
an electric ATV<br />
106<br />
DEEP DEPTHS<br />
Unleash your inner<br />
explorer with<br />
SEAmagine. Exceptional<br />
2 to 7 person<br />
submersibles with a<br />
record of over 12,000<br />
successful dives<br />
110<br />
HIDDEN GEMS<br />
Learn to dive in the magical<br />
Mediterranean with PADI<br />
114<br />
MOVIE HEROES<br />
Late 20s quintessential style from<br />
‘Some Like It Hot’<br />
EDITOR’S<br />
LETTER<br />
The <strong>ONBOARD</strong> team are delighted to present edition<br />
number seven of our annual <strong>Tenders</strong> & <strong>Toys</strong> Guide.<br />
The industry continues to steam ahead with the<br />
help of new entrants into the market and a new<br />
set of demographics of owners and in general, the<br />
population’s desire to re-connect with nature and<br />
the oceans.<br />
Supply chains as with any other industry are<br />
still an everyday inconvenience, but the industry<br />
has adapted and is forging ahead with its usual<br />
professionalism and gusto.<br />
Protecting the ocean and sustainability is<br />
deservedly getting more headlines and the yacht<br />
shows throughout the year are giving more space<br />
and time to those companies involved in protecting<br />
these precious eco-systems. But as ever, there is<br />
still a long way to go and we all need to join forces<br />
and join these initiatives - less talk and more action<br />
is needed.<br />
The yacht’s themselves are carrying a wider<br />
selection of tenders and toys and the larger chase<br />
/ adventure tenders are seeing a surge with the<br />
younger owners looking for more independence to<br />
explore the incredible regions they are visiting.<br />
As ever, a huge thank you to our journalists, PR<br />
companies, partners, suppliers and friends within<br />
this industry who have helped us over the past 12<br />
years of publishing <strong>ONBOARD</strong> <strong>Magazine</strong>. We couldn’t<br />
have done it without your support!<br />
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I WANT ONE<br />
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Pino Di Mora, Senior Project Manager and currently<br />
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BEST TENDER YOU’VE DRIVEN SUNSEEKER HAWK 38<br />
I ’ve been lucky enough to drive some amazing tenders over<br />
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It’s an awesome chase boat and so cutting edge with its design<br />
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BEST GENERAL PURPOSE TENDER THE AXOPAR 37 XC<br />
W ith a terrific speed of 42 knots, the Axopar 37 XC Cross<br />
cabin literally flies over the waves. It’s striking, plus has<br />
the accommodation area. I find the Axopar an ideal solution<br />
for an explorer yacht, as whether it be in the harsh cold seas of<br />
Svalbard, in the hot sunny Middle East or in the diverse scenes<br />
on the Med, it is the perfect platform for every adventure at sea.<br />
Every foot on board is used for socialising and practical living;<br />
indoors and now outdoors as well, infused with a myriad of<br />
new onboard solutions and functionality, no matter if cruising<br />
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I<br />
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the design and technical features<br />
but also terrified me when flying<br />
over the water at 100 knots! A<br />
thrilling experience reserved for<br />
only a few, it’s like being in an F1 car<br />
but on the water. Originally called<br />
‘Rum Runners’, these boats grew to<br />
evade the authorities on the oceans.<br />
In 1969, Don Aronow founded<br />
Cigarette Racing. Move on to 2002<br />
and the company was bought out<br />
of bankruptcy by Skip Braver who<br />
was a real petrol head. Cigarette<br />
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with AMG division. with both brands<br />
sharing the eternal quest for speed.<br />
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BEST LOOKING TENDER ON THE MARKET WALLY TENDER 48<br />
T his is a bit of a tough one as I’m partial to both a modern<br />
They have this macho thing about them yet also leads you<br />
sleek performance boat, yet also a sophisticated classic.<br />
to imagine your family relaxing at a nice anchorage. Joystick<br />
The obvious choice for the latter is of course a Riva, but this<br />
controls and a wraparound fender system make light of<br />
time I’m going to say the Wally… Any Wally as it’s a boat that<br />
manoeuvring. Meanwhile, twin Volvo Penta IPS 650 drives<br />
always makes me pause in awe as I stroll down the dock.<br />
deliver top speeds of 38 knots and a cruising range of 300nm.<br />
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and share the experience with<br />
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of occupants they need to hold.<br />
They’re incredible!<br />
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SAFETY<br />
TRAINING<br />
EXPERTS<br />
Ed Hill discusses why security training<br />
for yacht crew is paramount for<br />
cohesive yacht operations and to build<br />
a strong team onboard that will benefit<br />
the owner and guests onboard<br />
With crime consistently dominating current headlines,<br />
it’s easy to understand why security is high on the<br />
agenda for most organisations.<br />
Today’s security threat is more serious than ever and yachts are<br />
certainly not immune. Many yachts mistakenly feel that on-board<br />
security is only a requirement when cruising through the Gulf of<br />
Aden. However, further investigation will reveal that maritime<br />
piracy is now far more prevalent in other parts of the world.<br />
A string of recent events involving violent attacks on yachts in<br />
the Caribbean and Southeast Asia illustrate that yachts must<br />
remain guarded in even the most tranquil areas.<br />
Furthermore, other threats to security have now emerged with the<br />
potential dangers posed by drones and a cyber breach presenting<br />
a different type of challenge. These threats may appear to be<br />
more discreet nevertheless if left unprotected their impact can<br />
be devastating.<br />
There is no mistaking that glamorous yachts will continuously<br />
attract attention for their association with ostentatious wealth.<br />
The presence of expensive artwork, jewellery and cash, not to<br />
mention the safety and security of owners, their guests and<br />
families increase the need for tightened security. However, the<br />
increasing crime rate coupled with decreasing police resources<br />
proves that yachts are vulnerable and a lack of on-board security<br />
awareness amongst the crew exacerbates that vulnerability.<br />
The International Maritime Organisation became concerned of<br />
the general lack of security awareness throughout the entire<br />
maritime industry and introduced mandatory security courses<br />
as part of the basic STCW training package for all seafarers.<br />
Although this move is to be commended, the course content<br />
only covers the basic minimal security skills and this renders the<br />
value of these courses as somewhat questionable.<br />
For those yachts that comply with the International Ship and<br />
Port Security (ISPS) Code, a mandatory requirement is that<br />
crew security training must be conducted every three months.<br />
This training is typically conducted in-house by the on-board<br />
Ship Security Officer. However, the busy work routine of most<br />
yachts means that minimal time is afforded to this training.<br />
Consequently, security training often gets neglected, it can be<br />
unimaginative and often viewed as a tedious chore.<br />
However, proper investment in crew training can and will reap<br />
the benefits. A driving factor behind crew engagement is training<br />
and development. Studies in business have discovered that those<br />
companies that invest in meaningful training for their personnel<br />
perform considerably better than those that don’t. Investment in<br />
staff training brings a number of benefits to both the individuals<br />
and the organisation as a whole.<br />
Some of the more obvious benefits of training will give the crew a<br />
greater understanding of their responsibilities, build confidence,<br />
encourage teamwork, develop common working practices and<br />
strengthen internal relationships. Ultimately, this increases morale<br />
and improves the overall performance of the yacht.<br />
A crew that is well trained can give the yacht a genuine competitive<br />
advantage over other yachts, particularly if the yacht is being<br />
used for charter. Furthermore, an employer that demonstrates<br />
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a commitment to staff development will help a yacht retain its<br />
best individuals and makes the yacht more attractive when it<br />
comes to recruiting top talent.<br />
On the matter of security, it’s clearly advantageous to have<br />
a crew that are well drilled and diligent. This acts as a visual<br />
deterrent that sends a potential intruder elsewhere in search of<br />
an easier target. Conversely, any yacht that displays a lethargic<br />
attitude towards security is openly inviting intruders on board.<br />
One way of enhancing the crew’s security capability is to bring<br />
in an outside trainer. The utilisation of external expert security<br />
advice can significantly improve the quality of the training by<br />
imparting their experience and introducing fresh ideas. Training can<br />
be delivered to an advanced level that involves realistic exercise<br />
scenarios that considerably sharpens the crew’s alertness and<br />
ability to respond to an incident.<br />
Studies have shown that<br />
those companies that invest<br />
in meaningful training for their<br />
personnel perform considerably<br />
better than those that don’t.<br />
Training can be tailored to a yacht’s specific security needs.<br />
For example, if a yacht is heading to a region where there are<br />
concerns for piracy, the crew can be trained to prepare for<br />
that specific threat. Perhaps more importantly, the crew can<br />
be reminded of the importance of routine security awareness<br />
such as the potential consequences of opening an unscrupulous<br />
email attachment or posting a seemingly innocent photograph<br />
on social media.<br />
Some yacht owners have even requested their crew to be<br />
trained in unarmed combat techniques. This will give the crew<br />
the confidence to tackle and restrain an individual that has<br />
become aggressive and violent.<br />
An excellent way of highlighting a yacht’s security shortfalls<br />
is by penetration testing. Unbeknown to the crew, an external<br />
organisation will conduct surveillance of the yacht to assess<br />
weaknesses. At a moment of their choosing, the surveillance<br />
team will board the yacht to see how far they can get without<br />
being challenged. When finished, the whole crew will be debriefed<br />
on areas that need addressing.<br />
A number of high profile security breaches involving superyachts<br />
prove that security must be taken seriously by everyone on<br />
board. Criminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated and a<br />
superyacht with all of its opulence presents a perfect target.<br />
A well-trained crew combined with a robust on-board security<br />
culture goes a long way in reducing that threat.<br />
Instead of being viewed as a laborious box-ticking exercise, crew<br />
security training should be seen as a worthwhile and necessary<br />
investment.<br />
INTREPID PROTECTION<br />
Intrepid Protection has been honoured by the UK Ministry of<br />
Defence with the prestigious Silver Award in the Defence Employer<br />
Recognition Scheme.<br />
These awards recognise the outstanding support for our armed<br />
forces from employers across London and the rest of the UK.<br />
The Defence Employer Recognition Scheme acknowledges those<br />
organisations which actively demonstrate support to the armed<br />
forces community.<br />
To gain this Award companies must have shown that they proactively<br />
demonstrated that service personnel and the wider armed forces<br />
community are not unfairly disadvantaged during recruiting and<br />
selection processes, actively ensure that their workforce is<br />
aware of their positive policies towards defence people issues<br />
and demonstrated support to mobilisations or have a framework<br />
in place by providing at least 5 days’ additional special leave.<br />
As an organisation whose entire business model is built upon the<br />
resourcing of former British military personnel, Intrepid Protection<br />
is immensely proud to have received this award and shall continue<br />
to honour our pledge to support the armed forces community.<br />
Intrepid Protection is also proud to announce the recertification<br />
of our ISO9001:2015 Quality Management accreditation. This<br />
award comes after recently undertaking a stringent two-day<br />
audit of our operational policies and procedures conducted by<br />
an independent third party auditor.<br />
Their continued adherence to the conformities to the ISO 9001<br />
standard dates back to 2013 with compliance audits being<br />
undertaken once a year. This latest award confirms that the<br />
delivery of the close protection and residential security services<br />
continues to meet the internationally recognised ISO standard.<br />
Compliance with the ISO 9001 standard demonstrates a company’s<br />
commitment to its clients and the provision of a quality service.<br />
Selecting a company that is certified in ISO 9001:2015 helps<br />
to eliminate any uncertainty for the client who can be assured<br />
that the company has undergone a stringent process and has<br />
a proven and verifiable track record.<br />
Whether it’s the protection of people or property, our clients<br />
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a service that’s competent and reliable. Our certification in ISO<br />
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It is our insistence on the highest of standards that provides<br />
the assurance that all of our operations continue to function<br />
seamlessly. Our clients can therefore be assured of a security<br />
service that is bespoke, competent and substantiated.<br />
Ed Hill is Managing Director of Intrepid Protection, a company<br />
that specialises in specialist security services to High-Net-Worth<br />
Individuals. A former sniper in the Royal Marines Commandos,<br />
Ed has a Masters’ Degree in Maritime Security.<br />
For more details Tel: +44 (0)203 553 3659<br />
or visit www.intrepid-protection.com<br />
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<strong>ONBOARD</strong> | TENDERS & TOYS | 15
ALL<br />
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UP<br />
As electric superyacht tenders become ever more<br />
popular, Frances and Michael Howorth look into the<br />
market and find out why the trend is charging ahead<br />
With yacht owners seeking sustainable and<br />
supportable solutions to satisfy their sailing<br />
aspirations, the business of building electric<br />
superyacht tenders is all charged up and rapidly<br />
evolving. The development behind this trend, is being driven by<br />
technical innovation, advances in battery technology, electric<br />
motor improvement, and charging infrastructure.<br />
One of the key technical developments that has enabled the<br />
rise of electric superyacht tenders is the development of high<br />
capacity batteries. Lithium-ion batteries have emerged as the<br />
leading technology for powering electric boats due to their high<br />
energy density, low weight, and long life. These batteries can<br />
store large amounts of energy in a relatively small space, making<br />
them well-suited for use in electric superyacht tenders.<br />
It is the emergence of these high capacity Li-ion batteries that<br />
is opening up the marketplace. The use of lithium-ion batteries in<br />
electric superyacht tenders has also been facilitated by advances<br />
in charging infrastructure. Many marinas and ports now offer<br />
electric charging facilities, allowing yacht owners to recharge<br />
their tender’s batteries while they are docked. This trend is<br />
growing fast in many countries around the Mediterranean and one<br />
company in particular driving this forward is Aqua superPower. In<br />
addition, portable charging units have become increasingly popular,<br />
enabling yacht owners to recharge their electric superyacht<br />
tenders while at anchor or on remote beaches.<br />
“The competitive advantage of our Wave e-550 is that you can<br />
plug it on any plug (16A or 32A),” Marion Vitrat from Magonis<br />
Electric Boats says. Marion continues, “From 0 to 100%, with<br />
a 32A plug, you will have your boat charged within 5 hours. With<br />
a 16A, you will need 10 hours. Shortly, the Wave will be able to<br />
use fast chargers, and charge the boat in less than 1 hour.”<br />
Charles Hall, CEO of<br />
Pixii says, “Charging<br />
facilities around the<br />
Mediterranean are<br />
improving, but there is<br />
still room for growth.<br />
Here at Pixii, we are<br />
working closely with<br />
our partners and local<br />
authorities to ensure<br />
that our customers<br />
have access to the<br />
best possible charging<br />
facilities in the region.”<br />
Today, most marinas and many smaller harbours offer charging<br />
possibilities. “The C-8 from Candela can be charged using any<br />
three phase outlet, and that is available in most Mediterranean<br />
marinas,” says Max Carlgren. Most commonly, a standard outlet<br />
charging is used to charge small boats, but increasingly harbours<br />
are offering fast charging from dedicated charging stations.<br />
“You can charge an X Shore boat with a three-phase socket,<br />
says Connor Batty. “The availability of fast chargers along the<br />
coast and in the archipelago is still quite limited, but as more<br />
electric boats enter the market, the electrical infrastructure<br />
at sea will grow as well. As X Shore expands its connections<br />
with marinas, harbours, and charging station manufacturers<br />
and operators, we hope to further expand the availability of fast<br />
charging across the globe.”<br />
The RS Marine Pulse can be charged using both CCS fast-changing<br />
(Aqua superPower) and standard pontoon 16amp power. “By the<br />
end of <strong>2023</strong>, the Mediterranean will be very well covered for both<br />
slow and fast charging,” says Paddy James.<br />
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X SHORE<br />
The Swedish climate technology and electric boat company<br />
X Shore was founded in 2016 in Stockholm. X Shore has<br />
since become one of the world’s leading supplier of electric<br />
boats with customers in markets such as North America and<br />
Europe. X Shore has been awarded a number of prizes for the<br />
design of the model Eelex 8000, and in 2022 the company<br />
was nominated for the European Powerboat of the Year and<br />
received the jury’s special mention. By combining Swedish<br />
maritime craftsmanship with technology, innovation and<br />
sustainability, they are changing and charging the future of<br />
the boat industry. Sustainability is at the heart of everything X<br />
Shore does. In September 2022, X Shore launched the X Shore<br />
1, a successor to the Eelex 8000, which entered the market at<br />
a price point roughly a third of other electric vessels.<br />
For more details Tel: +46521 - 26 53 23<br />
or visit www.xshore.com<br />
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RAND BOATS<br />
RAND is the world’s fastest-growing boat<br />
manufacturer and a leading brand in<br />
electric and sustainable boats. They offer<br />
nine different motorboats ranging from 20-30<br />
ft. with high adaptability and customisation<br />
options. All RAND boats are designed for<br />
social experiences with sustainable production,<br />
featuring a lightweight, wave-piercing hull<br />
that optimises efficiency and comfort at<br />
all speeds. RAND is constantly pushing the<br />
boundaries of electric boating to enhance<br />
the advantages of low maintenance, low<br />
running costs, silent motor, and advanced<br />
interface systems, making boating with<br />
RAND simple and effortless. RAND’s own<br />
electric propulsion system is the first with<br />
sterndrive, providing better handling than<br />
traditional boats due to immediate thrust<br />
and speeds of over 50 knots.<br />
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or visit www.randboats.com<br />
In Spain, Luis Ponce from Lasai says, “In Europe the law is<br />
pushing in the direction we have chosen: sustainable recreational<br />
boating. The industry is becoming more and more aware that<br />
the future is going in this direction. As a consequence, there<br />
are more and more super chargers. Marinas are a service and<br />
tend to meet the demand in advance. In this sense we do not<br />
see difficulties but allies.”<br />
Another key technical development in the field of electric superyacht<br />
tenders has been the development of high-performance electric<br />
motors. Electric motors have several advantages over traditional<br />
internal combustion engines, including lower noise levels, reduced<br />
vibration, and higher torque at low speeds.<br />
SELLING OR NOT?<br />
Perhaps because the technology is so new there is a reluctance<br />
amongst manufacturers to shout about their successes. There<br />
is strong evidence to suggest that tenders are being purchased<br />
for superyacht use but it is very difficult to pinpoint who has<br />
bought them and where they are being used.<br />
Charles Hall from Pixii tells us, “We have received strong interest<br />
from the superyacht market. Unfortunately, we cannot disclose<br />
names due to confidentiality agreements. However, we can say that<br />
our boats have been well received by the superyacht community,<br />
and many of our customers have commented on the quiet and<br />
comfortable boating experience that they offer.”<br />
CANDELA<br />
The electric Candela C-8 tender offers unrivalled<br />
comfort and range at high speed by using<br />
hydrofoils to lift the boat out of the water. The<br />
hydrofoils reduce energy consumption by 80%<br />
compared to a planing boat, giving a range of 57<br />
NM without charging. Flying above the sea also<br />
takes away the bumpiness of crashing through<br />
the waves and the risk of being seasick. The<br />
electric C-POD motor is submerged, resulting<br />
in a completely silent, comfortable ride. At 22<br />
knots cruising speed you can talk in a normal<br />
voice since you don’t have any noise from the<br />
motor or the hull. The Candela C-8 is powered<br />
by a 69 kWh battery from premium car maker<br />
Polestar, allowing DC fast charging in addition<br />
to AC charging.<br />
For more details Tel: +46 101 30 0810<br />
or visit www.candela.com<br />
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The same story is emerging from Candela in Sweden, where Max<br />
Carlgren, says, “We have sold boats to superyacht owners,<br />
but we have agreed with them, not to disclose who they are.”<br />
Connor Batty at XShore says, “We do not reveal the companies or<br />
captains that have bought our boats for confidentiality reasons.<br />
But the X Shore 1 is an ideal tender boat for superyachts. Its<br />
design is modular - fitting easily on board boats and in garages.<br />
What’s more, with a converter, it is easy to charge the X Shore<br />
1 whilst using the tender alongside your superyacht.”<br />
In the UK Paddy James of RS Marine says, “We are due to<br />
deliver boats to superyachts in 2025, I’m afraid all projects are<br />
covered by NDAs.” “It is still too early for us to get into the<br />
superyacht market,” says Luis Ponce from Lasai, “But I can<br />
say that we met a lot of yachtsmen who came to see us at the<br />
Düsseldorf Boat Show. They know that sustainable recreational<br />
boating is the future!”<br />
In addition to these advantages, electric motors are also more<br />
efficient than internal combustion engines, converting a higher<br />
percentage of the energy stored in the battery into propulsive<br />
power. This means that electric superyacht tenders can travel<br />
further and faster on a single charge than their internal combustion<br />
counterparts.<br />
The development of high performance electric motors has also<br />
enabled the production of electric superyacht tenders that can<br />
reach high speeds. While early electric boats were limited to<br />
low speeds, modern electric motors can produce high levels of<br />
power, allowing electric superyacht tenders to reach speeds of<br />
up to 40 knots or more.<br />
UNIQUE SELLING POINTS<br />
As more electric tenders come to the market it is inevitable that<br />
some will have features that others do not. Sorting out which to<br />
buy is going to be difficult but it pays to match what you expect<br />
from a tender against what the market is currently offering. It<br />
should go without saying that all fully electric tenders should be<br />
soundless in operation and emission free when underway while<br />
incurring minimal impact on marine life.<br />
VIKAL<br />
The 10.8m Vikal full Electric Limousine is offered as a full<br />
custom EV solution for discerning yacht owners. The<br />
spacious air-conditioned interior welcomes guests from<br />
ashore and from the yacht’s boarding foyer, with excellent<br />
headroom, large windows and comfortable seating. The<br />
interior introduces guests to safe and relaxing yachting.<br />
On the exterior, the side decks run the full length of the<br />
cabin, making crew access from helm aft on both sides<br />
functional and safe for crew and guests alike. Twin Evoy<br />
electric engines are offered with steering and throttles by<br />
wire, a single throttle control and joystick docking. With<br />
Twin Volvo Stern Drives the vessel has a maximum speed<br />
of over 40 knots and can carry 14 guests plus two crew.<br />
For more details Tel: +61 8 9434 2480<br />
or visit www.vikal.com.au<br />
Charles Hall at Pixxi says, “Additionally, our boats have a unique<br />
and innovative design that is not yet seen in the market. Our<br />
hulls are aluminium with little waste in manufacture and 100%<br />
recyclable at end of life. They are designed for maximum efficiency,<br />
with a focus on speed and range. Our boats are equipped with<br />
the latest technology, and work seamlessly with Savvy Navvy<br />
and include advanced battery management systems and electric<br />
motors that are highly efficient and powerful. Our boats are<br />
customisable to meet the needs of our customers, with a range<br />
of options for seating, storage, and entertainment systems.<br />
Max Carlgren says it is the 57 NM range his Candela boats<br />
offers at 22 knots that are the standout feature. Adding, “That<br />
is unmatched by any other electric boat.” He brags that the<br />
company’s C-8 offers a totally silent ride explaining that other<br />
electric boats suffer from motor noise and sounds of water<br />
hitting against the hull at speed. He further adds, “It is super<br />
smooth since you fly over the waves. No seasickness or having<br />
to hold on to grab bars, passengers just sit down and enjoy the<br />
ride – it’s super fun to fly over the water! Instead of following<br />
the trend of larger motors, we went for efficiency by building a<br />
pod motor optimised for hydrofoiling. Instead of creating huge<br />
swells, C-8 leaves no wake behind.”<br />
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Connor Batty introduces pricing as a USP pointing out<br />
that X Shore boats are around a third of the price of<br />
other electric boats on the market. For Paddy James<br />
it is the stylish and modern bespoke deck layouts and<br />
designs of the Pulse 63 RIBs that are the tenders<br />
outstanding feature. Luis Ponce on the other hand<br />
insists that it is the ability to charge Lasai boats<br />
using solar panels installed on the boat’s hard top<br />
that makes his boats top of the list. He says, “The<br />
energy captured from the sun is able to propel the<br />
boat with discharged batteries. At the same time it<br />
is a source that constantly replenishes the batteries<br />
so if you need to plug the boat in the harbour it will<br />
not take much time.”<br />
Despite these advances, there are still some challenges<br />
facing the development of electric superyacht tenders.<br />
One of the key challenges is range anxiety, or the fear of running<br />
out of power before reaching a charging point. While advances in<br />
battery technology have greatly increased the range of electric<br />
superyacht tenders, there is still a need for improved battery<br />
technology and charging infrastructure to fully address this issue.<br />
BANG IN THE BATTERIES<br />
Batteries, their design, and installation are all critical when it<br />
comes to building the perfect electric tender. They are perhaps<br />
the most challenging aspects of construction.<br />
Charles Hall agrees saying, “The most challenging aspect is<br />
ensuring that they are properly integrated into the boat’s<br />
structure while also maximising their capacity and efficiency. This<br />
requires careful planning and coordination between our design and<br />
engineering teams. Connor Batty has a contrary argument. He<br />
says, “X Shore does not see design and fitting in the batteries<br />
as a challenge, but as an opportunity. X Shore’s batteries have<br />
the same weight consistently, unlike in fossil fuel-driven boats,<br />
where the weight changes as the fuel burns. For this reason,<br />
the fitting of our batteries has been easy.”<br />
“The most difficult part is building the flight controller computer<br />
that keeps the boat steady at all conditions. It took several years<br />
of coding and testing, but since 2019 we have been delivering<br />
electric hydrofoils globally, to the EU, US, Middle East and New<br />
Zealand,” says Candela’s Max Carlgren. He adds, “ Fitting the<br />
batteries is just a matter of placing them low in the hull to keep<br />
the centre of gravity low and above the main front foil.”<br />
Ensuring that you keep the centre of the mass low is key says<br />
Paddy James at the RS Marine Group. He adds, “We make sure<br />
the weight of the batteries is distributed well across the length<br />
of the hull.”<br />
Another challenge facing the development of electric superyacht<br />
tenders is the higher initial cost compared to traditional internal<br />
combustion engine tenders. While the total cost of ownership<br />
over the life of an electric superyacht tender is often lower due<br />
to lower fuel and maintenance costs, the higher upfront cost<br />
can be a barrier for some yacht owners.<br />
Despite these challenges, the market for electric superyacht<br />
tenders is growing rapidly as more yacht owners seek sustainable<br />
and environmentally friendly solutions to their boating needs. In<br />
addition to the environmental benefits of electric superyacht<br />
tenders, they also offer several other advantages, including lower<br />
noise levels, reduced vibration, and improved manoeuvrability.<br />
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FULLY ELECTRIC
AND NEXT?<br />
We asked our panel of experts to look into their crystal balls and<br />
tell us where we might be in say five year’s time asking them<br />
what they thought the next big move for batteries and power<br />
storage might be. Speaking on behalf of X Shore, Connor Batty<br />
thought, “Power storage needs are likely to grow as intermittent<br />
energy sources such as wind and solar become a larger share<br />
of the energy mix. The power storage ecosystem and business<br />
model are yet to become fully developed and I believe that a lot<br />
will be shaped in the next few years. Ask yourself,” he said, “Will<br />
this be integrated into ‘power as a service’ models by energy<br />
suppliers? How can private cars and boats be integrated into the<br />
system? What will the usage of second life batteries be like?” He<br />
added, “I believe on the battery side, new materials are likely to<br />
be explored and identified in the coming years, which will enable<br />
us to find more efficient and modular solutions in this area.”<br />
But he warned, “Self-sufficiency in the EU and North America<br />
are political questions that are likely to move up on the agenda.”<br />
Charles Hall believes, “The next big move for batteries and power<br />
storage is the development of more advanced and efficient battery<br />
technologies. We are closely monitoring developments in this area<br />
and are committed to incorporating the latest advancements<br />
into our boats.”<br />
Marion Vitrat at Magonis Electric Boats thinks the next big thing<br />
will be, “Fast charging available in the next few weeks to charge<br />
the boat in less than 1 hour.” Max Carlgren of Candela in Sweden<br />
has similar thoughts saying, “Since we have an extremely energy<br />
efficient boat, we can get good range on small batteries. This<br />
also gives the benefit of faster charging compared to boats with<br />
very large battery packs. That said, we expect battery capacity<br />
to increase, and the C-8 battery is easily accessed if you want<br />
to upgrade to a higher capacity battery in the future. We are<br />
quite confident that the networks of charge stations will grow.”<br />
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Bringing a sense of balance to the argument Paddy James of<br />
the RS Marine Group in the UK says, “We do not believe there<br />
will be a big move forward; we see a slow, steady development<br />
of the current technology.”<br />
In conclusion, the development of electric superyacht tenders has<br />
been driven by several technical innovations, including advances in<br />
battery technology, electric motors, and charging infrastructure.<br />
While there are still some challenges facing the development<br />
of electric superyacht tenders, the market is growing rapidly<br />
as more yacht owners seek sustainable and environmentally<br />
friendly solutions to their boating needs. We are seeing many<br />
marine combustion engines manufacturers investing in electric<br />
battery and engine technology, this gives us the heads up on<br />
what is coming around the corner. With continued investment<br />
in research and development, it is likely that electric superyacht<br />
tenders will become even more advanced and widely adopted in<br />
the years to come.<br />
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a true lifestyle. Boats made by sea people,<br />
aiming to deliver exceptional cruising with<br />
the best safety and comfort standards.<br />
Sea Water came to life in 2004, in Cagliari,<br />
Sardinia’s capital, in Italy, when the original<br />
‘crazy’ idea of the two founders, Swann<br />
Usai and Maurizio Manca came to fruition<br />
and its exciting journey to reality started.<br />
Sea Water is based smack in the middle<br />
of the Mediterranean, which might seem<br />
unimportant, but there’s a very significant<br />
detail there. Living on an island means<br />
knowing the sea well and that is why Sea<br />
Water makes inflatables with the awareness<br />
and experience of people who know what<br />
really counts: a reliable, safe and performing<br />
RIB, made by sea-going people for seagoing<br />
people. That’s the starting point of<br />
the Italian handmade boating brand, which<br />
now counts more than 30 skilled workers,<br />
over 12000 square metres of production<br />
departments, and a robust order book.<br />
The brand range consists of four production<br />
lines: three inflatables – Smeralda, Phantom<br />
and Ghost range, and one entirely rigid, the<br />
Kymera range from 15 to 53 feet of length.<br />
The main characteristic of these boats<br />
is the hull, which guarantees the same<br />
performance in soft and hard sea conditions<br />
without sacrificing safety, comfort and style.<br />
When riding the waves, the comfort of the<br />
passengers remains steady.<br />
The production process is carefully monitored<br />
by experienced professionals; boat users,<br />
not just boat builders. Starting from<br />
the construction of the GRP hull which<br />
is specifically designed to enhance the<br />
feeling of sound handling and comfort. All<br />
this translates into outstanding reliability,<br />
comfort and exceptional maneuverability.<br />
Secondly, the adoption of high diametre<br />
inflatable tubes gives the boats the stability<br />
and safety they need while picking up guests<br />
or carrying supplies for the main yacht, as<br />
well as during the most challenging turns<br />
in rough seas.<br />
A reliable, safe and<br />
performing RIB,<br />
made by sea-going people<br />
for sea-going people.<br />
When looking at the deck, the essential<br />
lines catch the eye of the observer and<br />
that’s because all the spaces are designed<br />
in harmony for onboard liveability. No space is<br />
wasted and nothing is missing for a complete<br />
set-up that can be upgraded with many<br />
additional accessories.<br />
Large storage lockers, fore and aft, can be<br />
topped by spacious sunbeds, in a leisure<br />
boat configuration, or they can provide extra<br />
seating, if you need to transport guests<br />
or crew members.<br />
The purity and simplicity of its lines and<br />
design can evolve to meet the needs of<br />
the owner and mothership. Not only in<br />
terms of the virtually infinite custom colour<br />
schemes available, but also a modular deck<br />
layout for seating, driving and storage, all<br />
the way up to tailor made solutions for on<br />
board electronics for navigation, domotics,<br />
infotainment and monitoring boat systems.<br />
Your tender, the way you want it without<br />
compromising safety and reliability.<br />
In terms of reliability, robust construction<br />
characteristics mean that every Sea Water<br />
RIB is capable of managing prolonged, heavyduty<br />
use and endless hours of navigation<br />
without little or no maintenance.<br />
Sea Water’s range starts out with the 18’<br />
Smeralda 180, which can be powered up to<br />
115HP. The next model up is the Phantom<br />
230. Growing in size, we move up to the<br />
Phantom 260, 280 and 300s, 26’, 28’ and<br />
30’ in overall length, respectively.<br />
The brand’s new model is the Ghost 320,<br />
which is the smallest cabined model of the<br />
entire range. Within its 32 feet, it has an<br />
extremely spacious deck and a welcoming<br />
under-the-console cabin, with a bathroom<br />
and double bed option, as well as lot of<br />
interesting accessories.<br />
At the high end of the maxi-RIB range, there’s<br />
the Phantom 400, available in a cabined or<br />
open deck version, with a bathroom as a<br />
standard feature and which can be completely<br />
customised in both configurations. The<br />
flagship of the range is the truly magnificent<br />
Phantom 500: a 50’ cabined RIB, with a<br />
spacious bedroom and a bathroom under<br />
the deck, with two big living areas on bow<br />
and stern.<br />
Closing Sea Water’s offer, there are two<br />
more models: the Kymera 43 and 53. These<br />
innovative craft represent a completely<br />
reinvented concept of inflatable. They are<br />
made as rigid fibreglass that maintain<br />
traditional structural concepts with foam<br />
filled air chambers on the sides and hull,<br />
delivering impressive stability.<br />
No two Sea Water RIBs are the same,<br />
ever and they never will be.<br />
For more details Tel: +39 388 4403186<br />
or visit www.seawater.it<br />
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HULL OF A DESIGN<br />
Clement David, Senior Naval Architect of Navia Design talks to<br />
<strong>ONBOARD</strong> about his industry changing stepped hull designs for<br />
superyacht tenders and world renowned marine vessels<br />
Which kind of boat and hull needs a stepped hull?<br />
The benefits of stepped-hull designs kick<br />
in from speeds of 15knots upwards, so all<br />
planing boats can benefit from a stepped<br />
hull design. The final design will be slightly<br />
different according to the required brief.<br />
In other words, it can be optimised either<br />
for a high top speed, or for being more<br />
fuel-efficient at cruising speeds.<br />
What are the benefits?<br />
The primary benefit is a reduction of drag due<br />
to a reduction of the wetted area. Stepped<br />
hulls have a better lift coefficient coming<br />
from the multiplication of the stagnation<br />
lines (the area of high pressure at the start<br />
of the planning area), this reduction of drag<br />
allows for higher top speed and smaller<br />
engines/ meaning better fuel consumption.<br />
A good example would be the Axopar<br />
37, which offers a good performance /<br />
fuel consumption compromise from one,<br />
or max two engines, whereupon it’s not<br />
unusual to see similar length boats in the<br />
USA, for example, with three or even four<br />
outboard engines, although with marginal<br />
performance gain.<br />
Are comfort or stability at anchor compromised<br />
with this kind of hull?<br />
Step hull designs allow more freedom in terms<br />
of design. We can choose the width/beam<br />
at the waterline, while keeping efficiency,<br />
that still allows us to tweak its behavior at<br />
anchor. A hull that is too wide, for example,<br />
is stable in low height waves at anchor, but<br />
as soon as the wave height increases it<br />
becomes more uncomfortable and moves<br />
(rolls) very fast. If the hull beam is too narrow<br />
then the motion at anchor is slower, but<br />
it will still react to any waves. For better<br />
seakeeping ability a narrow beam is better.<br />
Does the difference between one or two steps<br />
depend on the length of the boat?<br />
Yes, it depends on the length, but also<br />
width at the waterline, displacement and<br />
location of centre of gravity. All four design<br />
parameters influence the number of steps.<br />
A good design is about getting all four of<br />
these parameters correct at the same time!<br />
What is the smallest boat length that can have<br />
a stepped hull?<br />
One of the drawbacks of a stepped hull is a<br />
small increase of weight and, most importantly,<br />
it requires a more complex construction.<br />
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These weight increases can be significant for<br />
a small boat, but less so for a larger boat.<br />
For a serial production boat, we could start<br />
from 5m length upwards, but for a custom<br />
made, light displacement boat using unique<br />
weight saving materials in its construction,<br />
we could start from 3m upwards.<br />
Are there any differences between a RIB boat<br />
and normal boat?<br />
There are ‘pluses and minuses’ between RIBs<br />
and normal boats, which can be compared<br />
and contrasted across both construction<br />
and stability.<br />
HULL 1<br />
Construction: Tubes are lighter than GRP, but<br />
it is difficult to integrate features such as<br />
handrails, cleats, cupholders etc on tubes.<br />
More importantly, the width of the tubes<br />
greatly reduce the available space on deck.<br />
Stability: GRP hulls provide good stability<br />
and the rules are equally favorable for<br />
RIBs. An Axopar, for example, is designed<br />
like a RIB, with the second step not used<br />
when planing, but becoming really useful<br />
for stability.<br />
From a planing point of view, there is no<br />
difference since the design of the hull is<br />
independent of whether it’s a RIB or not<br />
a RIB.<br />
HULL 2<br />
RIBs benefit from being light and easy to<br />
transport, and have high people carrying<br />
capacity, but there is limited space for<br />
equipment on deck. The tube is like an<br />
empty space which we cannot use which<br />
can impact greatly on available deck space.<br />
What are the disadvantages or contradictions?<br />
The disadvantages of a stepped hull design<br />
are that it is more complex in terms of design<br />
and there’s a higher risk of getting it wrong!<br />
It’s a more complex construction as well,<br />
and there is a small weight penalty and at<br />
really low speeds (
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With more development will it be possible to go<br />
under a 5m boat?<br />
Yes, it is possible for sure. But as discussed<br />
before, there is an increase in weight and<br />
therefore construction is more complicated,<br />
so there is a decision for the buyer to make<br />
first.<br />
It depends on the length, but also width at the<br />
waterline, displacement and location of centre of<br />
gravity. All four design parameters influence the number<br />
of steps the vessel should have.<br />
Which technology do you use to design this kind of<br />
hull? How does augmented reality help you in this?<br />
The basic design parameters of a stepped<br />
hull come together from a variety of sources<br />
that includes our own in-house software<br />
(Savitsky, wake simulation...), which uses<br />
literature that gives us a good idea of the<br />
basic step position and parameters in a very<br />
short space of time.<br />
After that, we use CFD (Computational Fluid<br />
Dynamic) software to fine tune the steps and<br />
to confirm the precise position of the spray<br />
rails in order to maximise the final design.<br />
Volume of fluid CFD allows us to track the<br />
different free surface (limit between the water<br />
the air) and then have an accurate picture<br />
of the air/water mix and spray. After this,<br />
we use Virtual Reality for accommodation<br />
layout and fittings.<br />
Is it true that a stepped hull is more expensive to<br />
be built? Or does it depend upon the mold?<br />
In serial production GRP, yes the cost to<br />
build is more expensive than a normal hull,<br />
but the difference is relatively marginal and<br />
it’s still a very workable possibility. In the<br />
case of metal or wooden hull construction,<br />
the extra cost for a stepped hull production<br />
would be quite significantly higher than a<br />
normal hull design.<br />
This kind of hull has a peculiar shape, correct? Do<br />
you think that you will use 3D technology in the<br />
next few years, maybe to build the mold?<br />
We already use 3D modelisation and CNC<br />
milling but, currently, we don’t use 3D printing<br />
for the global boat as the material is not<br />
as efficient as GRP, but Navia is constantly<br />
looking out for the next best opportunities<br />
to recommend to our clients.<br />
We do, however, use 3D printing for<br />
prototyping of small components and for<br />
mock-ups of certain areas such as cabin<br />
spaces and helm areas, steering consoles<br />
and such like.<br />
When we designed the new Axopar 22, for<br />
example, we used 3D printing for creating<br />
prototypes of all the knobs and switches<br />
placed on the dashboard.<br />
For more details email contact@aivan.fi<br />
or visit www.aivan.fi<br />
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IN THE<br />
HOT<br />
SEAT<br />
It’s not all about style and<br />
luxury, seating on board<br />
the tenders must provide<br />
adequate shock mitigation to<br />
protect the crew and guests<br />
<strong>Tenders</strong> are getting larger, faster and we’re<br />
seeing even the most luxurious tenders<br />
packing a serious line up of outboard<br />
motors hanging off the back. Owners and<br />
charter guests are demanding more from these<br />
tenders in terms of action and speed. But with<br />
this speed and navigation through rougher seas,<br />
the passengers onboard need some protection in<br />
terms of ergonomic and shock resistant seating.<br />
Navies, coast guards, and marine police forces<br />
have been implementing shock-mitigation<br />
technology to protect their human assets for<br />
many years. These agencies recognise that the<br />
crew needs to be protected.<br />
So, although the superyacht tender seats still<br />
need to have that luxury look and feel, the<br />
real important parts are underneath the seat<br />
itself. At its core, shock-mitigating safety gear<br />
consists of an interface or medium between<br />
an input surface, such as a boat’s deck, and<br />
a person seeking to reduce their exposure.<br />
When all goes well, an impact is reduced as<br />
it passes through the medium, resulting in a<br />
gentler motion for the occupant. The reduction is<br />
achieved by means of energy absorption during<br />
compression and deformation of the medium.<br />
If it functions correctly, the seat will return to<br />
its equilibrium position, having reduced some<br />
relevant measure of acceleration as it resets for<br />
the next impact.<br />
Shock mitigation is crucial to ensure the long<br />
term health and safety of the crew and this<br />
technology will also give the passengers a more<br />
comfortable ride.<br />
ULLMAN DYNAMICS<br />
Based on this assumption and a thorough<br />
understanding of physiology and<br />
biomechanics, Swedish Navy doctor<br />
Johan Ullman M.D. developed the most<br />
comfortable marine suspension seat in<br />
the world. The Ullman Dynamics seats have<br />
been scientifically proven to also be, by far,<br />
the safest of all seats. A unique track record<br />
of ZERO injuries reported. A total of over 19,000<br />
seats in professional use over 20 years, gives solid<br />
support for Dr. Ullman’s claim that “If it feels good, it most probably is”.<br />
The pairing of seat geometries developed for the human body, with the unique<br />
maintenance-free, 3-Dimensional Leaflex (trademark) suspension gives several<br />
unique properties. This twin leaf-<strong>spring</strong>, progressive, suspension synergises with<br />
the human body’s reactions to hull motion under impacts in all directions, even<br />
in the most challenging conditions. Ullman Dynamics - staying true to their core<br />
value: protecting people.<br />
www.ullmandynamics.com<br />
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ERpro PC<br />
ERpro HSC seats offer a reliable, durable and high-quality solution<br />
to shock mitigation. The main structure is made with a naval<br />
aluminum mechanism and the heart of the system is enhanced<br />
with specially designed Ohlins coil <strong>spring</strong> shock absorbers. Those<br />
features as well as the ability to offer customised solutions in a<br />
variety of colours and trustworthy after-sales support, make ERpro’<br />
s seats a great choice for pleasure, professional or<br />
military high-speed boats. SPARTAN IV<br />
is a new bucket seat giving optimal<br />
body posture for handling both<br />
static and dynamic loads<br />
and can be combined<br />
with all the suspension<br />
units (Suspension ver<br />
MIL, ver PL, PLS & RG).<br />
The upholstery uses<br />
protective fabrics for<br />
salty environments,<br />
high-quality cushion<br />
materials and waterproof<br />
/ extra fine seams. Its<br />
unique suspension system<br />
can be adjusted in any<br />
desired level of comfort and<br />
provide the same efficiency in high<br />
or low frequency vibrations.<br />
www.er-products.com<br />
SHOCKWAVE SEATS<br />
SHOCKWAVE has been designing marine suspension bases and seats<br />
for the professional and recreational boating markets since 2001.<br />
Traditional customers include military organisations in over 20 countries,<br />
law enforcement in North America, Asia, Australia, and Europe, as well<br />
as commercial entities and governments for a variety of applications.<br />
However, SHOCKWAVE wanted to be able to offer an affordable<br />
suspension seat base for recreational boaters, using military-grade<br />
components and the technology that had been used by SHOCKWAVE’s<br />
professional clientele for years. In 2017, SHOCKWAVE Seats proudly<br />
launched the S5 Marine Suspension Module, the first product<br />
in a new line of recreational product offerings. The S5 offered<br />
an air sprung ROCK SHOX shock with 4” of downward travel<br />
and on-the-fly rebound and firmness adjustments. The new S5<br />
Sentinel Suspension Module is an updated and re-engineered<br />
version of the original S5. This new product offers better overall<br />
performance and strength, increased lateral<br />
stability, superior corrosion protection and a<br />
fully adjustable FOX shock absorber.<br />
www.shockwaveseats.com<br />
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CAPITAL SEATING<br />
Established in 1968, Capital Seating specialise in the supply of<br />
suspension seats and accessories to improve driver safety and<br />
comfort for all types of vehicle. They cater for a wide range of market<br />
sectors, offering directly to OEMs, trade and retail customers. Capital<br />
are the premier distributors for Grammer – a leading brand in seat<br />
suspensions and shock mitigation – as well as ranges of other seats<br />
from manufacturers including RECARO, KAB, Pilot, ISRI, Sears and<br />
United Seats.<br />
www.capitalseating.co.uk<br />
SUN MARINE SEATS<br />
The extensive expertise of RECARO Automotive in the manufacture<br />
of vehicle seats has flowed into the development of the maritime<br />
seats by Sun Marine Seats, the authorised license partner<br />
of RECARO for maritime seats. RECARO has been setting<br />
standards in automotive seating for decades: The product<br />
portfolio for the present and the future of automobiles brings<br />
together design, ergonomics and comfort with innovation,<br />
craftsmanship and premium quality. In this way, RECARO<br />
Maritime seats impress with their attractive design, perfect<br />
styling and ergonomic properties as well as the high quality<br />
of the materials and coverings used. The seats are also noted<br />
for being long-lasting and resilient. Feel the difference!<br />
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SHARK SEATING<br />
Patented shark FLEX(TM) 3-axis suspension was created 10 years ago in<br />
NZ by a team with hundreds of successful ergonomic projects. With the<br />
only injection molded jockey seat in the world, Shark achieved the lightest<br />
(13kg), most robust, corrosion-proof shock mitigation system in the world.<br />
Whether you seek a superbly comfortable ride for passengers or the ultimate<br />
in safety during fast transits and rough conditions, the 225mm (9”) travel<br />
of Shark FLEX suspension provides the ultimate ride and eliminates both<br />
vertical and lateral vibrations. Shark seats are thoroughly tested with routine<br />
life-testing, drop-testing, crash-testing, fatigue testing and in-boat testing.<br />
Many new defence contracts are changing to Shark due to its 19 NATO<br />
approved modules, its simplicity and no need for adjustments to achieve top<br />
performance for a wide range of crew and craft, which is why shark is used<br />
on fast tenders by Carbotech, Enigma, Sealegs, Protector, Salthouse, Lloyd<br />
Stevenson, Tideman, Naiad, Techno Marine, Technohull, Seacat, BIC, Nevera<br />
and more.<br />
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ADVERTORIAL<br />
SAFE AND SECURE<br />
Mike Evers of Rapid Marine explains how safely stowing tenders<br />
and toys can be made easier without cluttering up the decks<br />
The hectic demands of charter schedules and<br />
owners’ visits mean there is more than enough<br />
for crews to think about without worrying about<br />
deck fittings and jet ski attachments. You simply want<br />
to know you can trust them to be secure and that<br />
they will work well, be easy to operate and look good.<br />
It also helps if these fittings are easy to remove, or<br />
sit flush, so that guests can enjoy a clear deck for<br />
bathing and water sports.<br />
The Rapid Marine team have been working hard to<br />
develop innovative products that perfectly meet these<br />
needs. By working closely with jet ski and tender<br />
manufacturers, yacht builders and crew, we understand<br />
the specific requirements of superyacht use. This<br />
lead the team to create the DAME Award-nominated<br />
padeyes and self-adjusting universal chocks, as well<br />
as our four-point rapid lift and recovery system for<br />
jet skis.<br />
CHOCKS AWAY! THE UNIVERSAL SOLUTION<br />
We realised tenders rarely sat on their cradles correctly<br />
and hydraulic platforms were becoming the norm.<br />
Starting with a clean sheet, we took a long, hard<br />
look at the requirements for an off-the-shelf universal<br />
product and 18 months later we launched our DAME<br />
nominated solution – Rapid Marine’s Universal Chocks.<br />
Complementing the clean aesthetics of high-end<br />
superyachts, these self-adjusting chocks are hand<br />
crafted in iroko with integrated, cushioned support<br />
pads made of non-marking, non-slip thermoplastic<br />
elastomer (ETP). Able to support any tender or jet ski<br />
up to 1000kg in weight, they can be supplied with a<br />
selection of different flush and low profile padeyes to<br />
secure ratcheting lashing straps. With a simple push<br />
to fit attachment system, the chocks are designed<br />
to remain in place when submerged yet are easily<br />
removed. All chocks come with a transparent fitting<br />
template and drill bits, with router jigs available.<br />
PAINLESS PADEYES<br />
Gone are the days of kicking or tripping over traditional<br />
eyebolt padeyes. The DAME nominated Rapid Padeyes<br />
leave the bathing platform clear once the tender has<br />
been launched. There are three different options: flush,<br />
caulk-lined flush and low profile, for GRP decks when<br />
routing is not an option.<br />
Manufactured from corrosion resistant stainless 316,<br />
and with a weather tight, <strong>spring</strong> loaded mechanism,<br />
the padeyes are designed to be retrofitted to decks<br />
or bathing platforms. The padeyes have a snap toggle<br />
with a pivoting head which, once inserted into the deck,<br />
produces a backing plate that cannot be pulled out.<br />
The padeye attachment key, sewn onto the ratchet<br />
The DAME<br />
nominated<br />
Rapid Padeyes<br />
leave the<br />
bathing platform<br />
clear once the<br />
tender has been<br />
launched.<br />
strap, is inserted into a retaining slot and<br />
rotated 90 degrees to secure before ratcheting.<br />
To remove, simply release the strap tension,<br />
push down, rotate and lift.<br />
LIGHTEN THE LOAD OF LIFTING PWCS<br />
Traditional hook harness systems have been<br />
prone to misuse, leading to slippage and potential<br />
damage. To create a more secure, well balanced<br />
system and easy to use system, we’ve developed<br />
brand specific kits for Sea-Doo, Yamaha and<br />
Kawasaki. Attaching the Rapid Marine lifting sling<br />
is quick and straightforward using permanently<br />
fitted jet ski brackets, with a simple insert and<br />
turn keyway system, while the sling strops are<br />
strong and fully adjustable. Naturally, each kit<br />
is supplied with a Certificate of Conformity.<br />
For more details Tel: +44 (0)1752 345 911<br />
or visit www.rapidmarine.co.uk<br />
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LIMITLESS<br />
OPPORTUNITIES<br />
There’s no such thing as a ‘typical’ Lynx shadow<br />
yacht. Sam Fortescue imagines a conversation<br />
between two superyacht captains<br />
Carrying capacity is second to none on the YXT27<br />
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ADVERTORIAL<br />
Fancy seeing you here again – I thought you were done with the Balearics<br />
after that incident last year with the tender that broached...<br />
Don’t remind me!<br />
...and the boss running out of gas...<br />
She does love her jetskis!<br />
...and wasn’t there a snapped foil, or something?<br />
When the kids crashed the e-foil? Luckily all that’s ancient<br />
history. The boss has upgraded the boat.<br />
What do you mean? I saw you guys coming in earlier and she looks the<br />
same as ever.<br />
You saw me coming in and anchoring, sure. But did you see<br />
the boat that slipped in just ahead of us? The one that’s lying<br />
over there?<br />
The cool looking mini explorer? Do you know who they are?<br />
‘They’ are us. That’s the new boat – a YXT27 from Lynx. The<br />
first rate Dutch shipyard with a difference: state-of-the-art<br />
facilities and some really fresh new ideas. YXT stands for ‘Yacht<br />
Extender’ and that’s just what the new boat does. It’s like adding<br />
20 metres of extra length to the mothership.<br />
So you’ve got a support vessel now? You’re in charge of a fleet?!<br />
Not support – it’s more like a shadow. Jump into the limo and<br />
we’ll buzz over for a look at the YXT. I’ve just dropped our guests<br />
off for lunch – I can spare a couple of minutes.<br />
I’ve got to say, this limo is bit of an upgrade on that old RIB that flipped<br />
in the surf at Cala Mesquida last year.<br />
Isn’t it just. The boss has had her eye on one of these semicustom<br />
ones for ages, but there was no way we could fit it into<br />
the garage on the mothership – 5m was the maximum there<br />
and really limited headroom. No real chance of getting anything<br />
large enough for the boos and guests.<br />
What is it – seven metres long? Eight?<br />
It’s just shy of 9m, and does 40 knots flat out! You see,<br />
the long aft deck of the YXT27 means we can easily stow<br />
and carry a bigger tender. The boss loves it, and so do the<br />
guests we’ve had on charter this year. When they go ashore<br />
for dinner, they can get all glammed up and still step onto<br />
the quay without a hair out of place. It’s a game changer for<br />
us – you should see the reviews! Here, put a turn around that<br />
cleat there, would you?<br />
Do my eyes deceive me, or are you really carrying a Series III Land<br />
Rover tied down to the deck?<br />
The very same - repainted to match the YXT and the mothership.<br />
Look at the hull, here – it’s exactly the same shade of Alexseal<br />
as the big boat, and the fairing is flawless. Check out the<br />
distortion-free reflection!<br />
And there was me thinking that support vessels were all chunky welds<br />
and bare deck. This looks like a mini superyacht!<br />
Shadow boat, not support vessel! And that’s what makes Lynx<br />
Yachts special – they’re built to the same standard as the<br />
main yacht. The concept is for a totally flexible platform, not<br />
simply a steel box for storing the toys. That means you can<br />
put guest facilities on board – we’ve got two double cabins,<br />
a gym and a sauna with an ice shower below deck. And the<br />
main saloon here is fitted out with sofas and a big screen for<br />
watching movies or reviewing the day’s footage. The boss’s<br />
kids love using the drone when they’re out on the kitesurf or<br />
wakeboarding.<br />
The thing is, with a beam of 7m, there’s so much space to play<br />
with. The YXT27 adds an extra 110 gross tons to our carrying<br />
capabilities and Lynx are able to customise just about every<br />
element of the layout. You can put extra crew accommodation<br />
to relieve pressure on the big boat, or for visiting guides,<br />
we’ve actually got a kitboard instructor with us this week.<br />
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The Crossover 27 offers the best of both worlds<br />
Nice! But I’m not sure it would work for my boss. He’s looking to switch<br />
up to a 70m yacht so he can fit a submersible and a beach lander on board.<br />
Lynx builds bigger models too, you know. The boss went for the<br />
YXT27, but they do a 34m, a 36m and even a 40m. It just depends<br />
what you need. We looked round a YXT34, in fact, and it actually<br />
had a Triton three person sub on the deck at the time. Sure, it<br />
weighs 4 tonnes, but the crane on board can handle up to 7.5<br />
tonnes, so it’s well within reach. And with the 20m aft deck,<br />
you’d have no trouble getting a 40ft Cigarette Boat on there if<br />
you wanted – plus dive kit, quad bikes and all the rest. Take a look<br />
inside the beach club here – it’s a gym and a toy storage centre.<br />
I dream of having all our boards arranged as neatly as this, but we simply<br />
don’t have the space. What’s the pricetag on one of these things?<br />
Quality doesn’t come cheap, of course, but it’s all relative. To<br />
sell the big boat and buy a bigger one, you’re looking at hefty<br />
fees for the broker, legal and owner’s reps. These alone probably<br />
amount to more than the price of a brand new Lynx, never mind<br />
the extra cost of the bigger boat itself, and the time it would all<br />
take. It’s far less hassle to build a shadow boat, and it would be<br />
customised to suit your boss.<br />
Makes sense...<br />
The other thing we’ve noticed about having the Lynx as a shadow<br />
is the flexibility. We can get the mothership under way at short<br />
notice, leaving the Lynx behind to load and stow the tenders and<br />
toys. And by the time we’ve reached our next port of call, the<br />
Lynx is already there, ready to deploy again. It’s much quicker<br />
and easier to use the crane on the shadow than it ever was<br />
extracting boats from the tender garage of the mothership, so<br />
the boss and her guests can get out on the water almost as<br />
soon as we’ve dropped anchor.<br />
There’s another benefit, too. The Lynx only draws 2.5m, which<br />
means we can creep right into shallow bays where the big boat<br />
wouldn’t be safe. We did some anchorages in the Maddalena<br />
islands in the <strong>spring</strong>. The kids brought a couple of friends on the<br />
Lynx, while the boss stayed tucked up in Porto Cervo. Later in<br />
the summer they want to go kite surfing in Arcachon. It’s barely<br />
4m over the bar at the entrance, so we’ll have to go in the Lynx,<br />
leaving the big boat in the Gironde, where the boss can go and<br />
taste grands crus in Pauillac.<br />
What’s the range like? The boss is keen on exploring Patagonia in the yacht.<br />
This one has 14,000 litres of diesel tankage, so we’ve got a<br />
range of 1,400 nautical miles at 10 knots. But the Crossover<br />
version of the 27...<br />
Think I saw that at Cannes last autumn – the one with all those jetskis<br />
stored on the wheelhouse roof?<br />
That’s the one! Well, the Crossover 27 is a hybrid between Lynx’s<br />
YXT and Adventure lines, and it can do about 3,000 miles between<br />
bunkering. It’s all just a question of tankage. With these boats<br />
being so flexible, you could easily get some extra fuel capacity<br />
dropped in to increase the range. The Crossover offers a bit<br />
more interior space, but still the massive carrying capacity of the<br />
other lines. Apparently, it’s finding favour with owners who want<br />
a smaller yacht and incredible functionality – they’re speccing<br />
it as an owner boat.<br />
Talking of owners, I must be getting back. The boss wants to go wakeboarding<br />
after lunch, so we’ve got to juggle the tenders round in the garage.<br />
Say no more – I remember those days! Remember, Lynx Yachts,<br />
your boss will never look back.<br />
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TOP OF<br />
THE<br />
PROPS<br />
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The outboard engine market is expected to continue<br />
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MERCURY MARINE<br />
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OXE MARINE<br />
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YAMAHA<br />
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EVOY<br />
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ED-TEC<br />
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The system is a fully integrated electric power unit developed<br />
for vessels of 6-10m producing up to 800 kW with four units.<br />
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FLY<br />
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ROBINSON<br />
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REDEFINING<br />
LUXURY<br />
AVIATION<br />
Nigel Watson looks at a long history of devotion to clients,<br />
their safety and a new generation of maritime aviation<br />
We e have launched Luviera to<br />
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past 30 years, we have watched<br />
the world evolve and the fields of private<br />
and maritime aviation evolve with it. Luxury<br />
is no longer just about having access to<br />
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about creating an experience that meets<br />
the needs and desires of modern travellers.<br />
Luviera seeks to reinvent the market of<br />
luxury aviation – committing to our devotion<br />
for true quality, safety, transparency, and<br />
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Luviera is a bespoke turnkey service provider<br />
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We accompany our clients with a tailor-made<br />
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ADVERTORIAL<br />
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of the highest quality, executed with the<br />
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COMMITTED TO QUALITY<br />
At Luviera, we want you to rest assured<br />
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We treat every aircraft as if it were our own,<br />
tending to the minutest detail with unequalled<br />
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service providers by implementing a<br />
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to advance our influence and reach<br />
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The aircraft is maintained to the<br />
highest standard. We carefully choose<br />
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Our model also recommends dedicated<br />
engineers for the owning families’ fleet,<br />
as part of the aircrew configuration. A<br />
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COMMITTED TO SAFETY<br />
What drives us at Luviera is the knowledge<br />
that every time they fly, our owners trust<br />
us with what they hold most dear: their<br />
family and friends. This is why safety is at<br />
the core of every business decision we make,<br />
and fostering the right culture around it is<br />
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Luviera are involved in.<br />
We maintain the same standards of safety,<br />
security, compliance and airworthiness<br />
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We conduct regular internal audits and<br />
drills of procedures, invest in the continuing<br />
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suppliers and manufacturers to develop<br />
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every journey with a dedicated continuous<br />
operations team.<br />
Our aircrew selection is very important to us.<br />
They will be in daily contact with our owning<br />
families and as such must not only satisfy<br />
the principals’ preferences, but also earn<br />
their absolute trust. We believe in ensuring<br />
a continuity of the team, keeping aircrew<br />
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COMMITTED TO TRANSPARENCY<br />
At Luviera, we believe that a culture of<br />
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charges are always charged at cost.<br />
COMMITTED TO OUR OWNING FAMILIES<br />
We believe that the most important element<br />
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owning families. By nurturing a culture of<br />
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When choosing Luviera, you are choosing a<br />
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email: contact@luviera.com<br />
or visit www.luviera.com<br />
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TENDERS LISTING<br />
TENDERS LISTING<br />
<strong>Tenders</strong> A-Z<br />
The leading industry listing of tenders is back for its seventh year. You need to<br />
put together a short list for a new tender, but where do you start? Source your<br />
next RIB, chase tender, semi or fully custom, electric, ski-boat, crew or utility<br />
tender right here over the following 30 pages.<br />
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TENDERS LISTING<br />
AGILIS<br />
The Agilis 355 can take up to 6 people and has two power options available - 90HP<br />
and 142HP. Designed and built in Germany, the Agilis 355 combines comfort, power,<br />
durability and ease of control within its compact dimensions and is fitted with a centrally<br />
mounted Rotax 900 ACE power plant, which gives great economy with lots of power. A<br />
unique ‘Intelligent, Brake and Reverse’ (iBR) system is fitted as standard to improve<br />
boat safety. This acts like a brake, allowing the boat to be slowed down to a stop very<br />
quickly. The 355 is also equipped with an automatic fire extinguishing system based<br />
on NFC227 gas. This system is able to detect and localise fire automatically at a very<br />
early stage.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS<br />
Length 3.55m<br />
Beam 1.77m<br />
Height for storage 0.97m with folded windscreen<br />
Weight 420kg<br />
Engines 130hp/95kW<br />
Max speed 46 knots<br />
Capacity 6 pax<br />
www.agilis-jettenders.com<br />
ALFA STREET<br />
The 28 Cabin boat features a modern and sleek design with clean<br />
lines and a sporty profile. The tender is 9.80m long with a beam<br />
of 2.90m, offering ample space for up to 12 people on board. The<br />
cockpit area is well-designed, with comfortable seating and easy<br />
access to the water through the swim platform at the stern. The<br />
cabin is a standout feature of the 28 Cabin model. It offers a<br />
spacious and comfortable living space, complete with a double<br />
berth, a seating area that can convert into an additional sleeping<br />
area, a galley with a sink, refrigerator, and stove, and a separate<br />
bathroom with a shower and toilet. For a more modern look there<br />
is T-top version. These models are available with electric, petrol,<br />
diesel, or semi- hybrid engines, providing options for every taste<br />
and needs of the yachting professional.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS<br />
Length 8.62m<br />
Beam 2.93m<br />
Weight 4,300kg<br />
Draft 0.83m<br />
Capacity 12pax<br />
CE Certificate C<br />
Engines Up to 600hp<br />
www.alfastreet-marine.com<br />
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TENDERS LISTING<br />
AXOPAR BRABUS SHADOW 500 BLACK OPS LIMITED EDITION ‘1 OF 28’<br />
With 50 knots+ performance waiting to be unleashed, phenomenal acceleration times and<br />
massive torque available from Mercury Marine’s latest XS Pro V8 FourStroke engines<br />
- who could not be tempted by the BRABUS Shadow 500? Positioned at the very top of<br />
the 30ft sports-weekender market, The BRABUS Shadow 500 is a beautifully designed<br />
and captivating ‘thrill-seeker’; on one hand a boat with mesmerising performance, yet<br />
with comfortable, day-long cruising capability and luxurious refinement on the other.<br />
The BRABUS Shadow 500 Black Ops ‘1 of 28’ is hand-built with focus on precision<br />
and finish. All Limited-Edition models are exclusively launched in the signature paint<br />
scheme Gunmetal Gray, combined with vibrant BRABUS Red exterior seating; a most<br />
striking combination. Attractive, angular lines with a long, low-centre-of-gravity hull<br />
matched with functional and versatile deck layout options for enjoying life to the fullest.<br />
A truly bold and confident design, with unmistakable good looks. All Shadow 500’s can<br />
be optioned either with a full Open aft deck, or Day-Cruiser-Aft-Cabin accommodation<br />
package, with the interior treatment completely re-mastered by interior experts at<br />
BRABUS, including illuminated aluminium plates on the entrance threshold, ambient<br />
LED lighting, including reading lights and floor lights, quiet leather carpet on the floor,<br />
and wide use of cool-gray BRABUS fine leather, with red contrast stitching.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS<br />
Length 9.53m<br />
Beam 2.95m<br />
Draft 0.80m<br />
Weight 2700kg (Spyder) 2780kg (T-Top)<br />
Engine Outboard 2 x Mercury ProXS 250<br />
Max speed 50+ knots<br />
Classification B-Offshore / C-Coastal<br />
Hull design Twin stepped 20° V Sharp entry hull<br />
www.brabus.com | www.axopar.com<br />
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TENDERS LISTING<br />
CANDELA<br />
The electric Candela C-8 tender offers unrivaled comfort and range at high speed<br />
by using hydrofoils to lift the boat out of the water. The hydrofoils reduce energy<br />
consumption by 80% compared to a planing boat, giving a range of 57 NM without<br />
charging. Flying above the sea also takes away the bumpiness of crashing through the<br />
waves and the risk of being seasick. The electric C-POD motor is submerged, resulting<br />
in a completely silent, comfortable ride. At 22 knots cruising speed you can talk in a<br />
normal voice since you don’t have any noise from the motor or the hull. The Candela C-8<br />
features a large sunbed and protected seating for 8 persons. There is a T-Top version,<br />
offering shadow for the passengers, and an open daycruiser version.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS<br />
Length 8.50m<br />
Beam 2.50m<br />
Draft 0.5m (0.8m while foiling)<br />
Engine Candela C-Pod (45/50kW)<br />
Range 57nm at causing speed of 22 knots<br />
Weight 1605kg<br />
Capacity 8 pax<br />
www.candela.com<br />
COBRA RIBS<br />
SPECIFICATIONS PATRONUS 5.6M<br />
Established in 1988, Cobra RIBS is a UK leading RIB manufacturer, and has helped<br />
pioneer the future of RIB and boat engineering. Cobra RIBs offer a range of luxurious,<br />
customisable RIBS and superyacht tenders, in a variety of lengths from 5.6m, up to<br />
14m. The Nautique Range, the UK’s favourite family, adventure RIB is available in both<br />
outboard and inboard configuration. The Patronus range, is designed from concept to<br />
completion, to transform your luxury yacht tender experience. Each craft is bespoke and<br />
hand built to meet your exact requirements<br />
Length 5.6m<br />
Beam 2.55m<br />
Max power 195hp<br />
Engine Yanmar 4LV 195 with Mercury Bravo 1 x Diesel 37OX<br />
Capacity 7 pax<br />
CE category B<br />
SOLAS RIB available at 7.2m<br />
www.cobraribs.com<br />
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TENDERS LISTING<br />
COCKWELLS MODERN & CLASSIC BOATBUILDING<br />
Cockwells has built two of its fastest tenders; a 12.3m Limousine Catamaran<br />
Tender and an 11.7m Open Sport Catamaran Tender for Lürssen’s 160m<br />
mega yacht, BLUE. Incorporating a unique, asymmetric high-speed hull,<br />
these twin diesel powered, waterjet-driven vessels can reach up to<br />
52 knots, offering an exhilarating ride with stability and comfort. With<br />
touchscreen control, precision docking, joystick manoeuvring and a heightadjustable<br />
deck saloon, the 12.3m Limousine Catamaran Tender provides<br />
a luxurious on-the-water experience for up to 15 guests, with access from<br />
forward and aft cockpits via sliding glass doors. The height-adjustable deck<br />
saloon can be raised or lowered from the touchscreen helm console and in<br />
the lower position, stows snugly in the mothership’s garage. An automated<br />
water ballast system maintains stability at sea or on the dock, keeping her<br />
perfectly trimmed wherever guests are seated or standing.<br />
The 11.7m Open Sport Catamaran Tender incorporates a unique,<br />
asymmetric high-speed hull that Cockwells has specifically designed for<br />
this commission, these twin diesel-powered, waterjet-driven vessels can<br />
each reach a speed of up to 52 knots, offering an exhilarating ride but with<br />
stability and comfort at every twist and turn.<br />
This tender features a permanent Bimini, which extends across the entire<br />
width of the cockpit. A moulded painted carbon composite frame with two<br />
pillars mounted into carbon sockets enable the Bimini structure to be<br />
raised or lowered electronically to sit neatly within the tender bay.<br />
www.cockwells.co.uk/superyacht-tenders/<br />
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COMPASS TENDERS<br />
The Latitude Limousines offer the time efficiencies of a production limousine tender,<br />
together with the custom capabilities of Compass’ talented design and build team.<br />
Clients will benefit from Compass <strong>Tenders</strong>’ extensive experience, spanning decades,<br />
incorporating the finest aspects of their many bespoke tenders that are now in operation<br />
around the world. The Latitude hull is a platform design that has proven its performance<br />
prowess time and time again. Having four different coach roof styles and seating layouts<br />
to choose from gives clients added possibilities to suit their individual needs. The tried<br />
and tested engineering package features the very best marine technology. A Latitude<br />
Limousine guarantees luxurious styling, sophistication, reliability and reassurance.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS<br />
Length 9.5m to 11m<br />
Beam 3m<br />
Height for storage circa 3.15m<br />
Max weight 4250kg (10m version)<br />
Engines Inboard - 2x Yanmar 8LV 320hp<br />
Top speed 36 knots<br />
www.compasstenders.com<br />
DARIEL<br />
The Dariel DARIELimo 7.8 Cabriolet tender is the latest hard-bodied tender model. With<br />
its forward driving position and the limousine deck layout this tender dedicates 3/4<br />
of uninterrupted deck space to the guests who can sit comfortably in the two large<br />
limo seats that can host 10 or up to 12 guests according to the custom layout and<br />
design requested by the client. With great speed and agility, this limo tender ensures<br />
outstanding performance without compromising elegance and comfort. This tender can<br />
also be equipped with a special accessory called “Limo Kit”, a portable removable cabin<br />
that can be fitted and removed quickly to transform the tender from an open limousine<br />
tender to a closed limousine tender and vice versa.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS<br />
Length 7.8m<br />
Beam 2.7m<br />
Height 1.52m<br />
Weight 2900kg<br />
Engine max power 1x 370hp OR 2x 250hp<br />
Max speed 45 knots<br />
Hull material Fiberglass<br />
www.darielyacht.com<br />
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DELTA POWERBOATS<br />
The 60 Open by Delta Powerboats delivers outstanding control,<br />
comfort and efficiency. This all carbon fiber chase tender has<br />
a range of 450nm and beyond at 30 knots cruise speed. The<br />
exterior arrangement includes social areas with seating for up<br />
to 20 passengers while the interior holds accommodation for<br />
six guests with a spacious owner’s stateroom forward along<br />
with two amidship twin or optional double-cabins. Specifications<br />
includes Seakeeper stabilizer, generator, air condition, modular<br />
galley with wet bar and BBQ, hydraulic tender launch platform<br />
and gangway. Powered by twin Volvo IPS-800 or triple Mercury<br />
V12-600. With her efficient carbon fiber hull and high level of<br />
comfort the 60 open is pure powerboat performance offering<br />
endless possibilities both at sea and in ports.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS<br />
Length 18.22m<br />
Hull length 16.60m<br />
Beam 4.60m<br />
Draft 1.40m<br />
Clearance 4.20m<br />
Displacement (dry) 12,800kg<br />
Displacement (max) 20,000kg<br />
Fuel capacity 2,900 litres<br />
Fresh water 700 litres<br />
Grey water 200 litres<br />
Black water 200 litres<br />
Cruise speed 25-30 knots<br />
Max speed 37 knots<br />
Range 30 knots (IPS 800) 450 nm<br />
Construction Carbon fibre<br />
Inboard version 2 x Volvo Penta<br />
D8-IPS 800<br />
Outboard version 3 x Mercury<br />
Verado V12-600<br />
www.deltapowerboats.se<br />
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FALCON TENDERS<br />
Falcon <strong>Tenders</strong> specialises in building fully-custom yacht tenders for the<br />
discerning yacht owner. Hand-built by a team of skilled British craftspeople<br />
from its dedicated Hampshire facilities, therefore the dimensions you<br />
requested are invalid. We are offering full custom tenders between<br />
5m and 15m overall length, powered by inboard, outboard, stern drive,<br />
waterjet, combustion, hybrid and all electric propulsion systems. All their<br />
tenders are built from plant based epoxy resins and vacuum layup using<br />
carbon and glass reinforcements, filled faired and painted to the highest<br />
superyacht quality. The highly skilled workforce comprises 150 years’<br />
combined experience in traditional shipbuilding. Collectively, the team<br />
has built hundreds of tenders for some of the world’s most impressive<br />
superyachts. In fact, Falcon <strong>Tenders</strong> takes its name from Mark Pascoe’s<br />
involvement in the building of two custom tenders for the iconic S/Y<br />
Maltese Falcon in 2005. At 10.5m, Falcon <strong>Tenders</strong>’ limousine model is the<br />
ideal accompaniment to superyachts of all sizes. Pitched at the upper end<br />
of the large tender market, it presents the perfect design for guests looking<br />
to comfortably transit from yacht to shore, particularly for 100m+ yachts<br />
that anchor further out at sea.<br />
Falcon <strong>Tenders</strong>’ full range of customisable boats blend in-house technical<br />
expertise with visionary concepts penned by some of the biggest names in<br />
superyacht design. These include elegant limousines intended for guest<br />
transfer, crewed owner launches ideal for beach excursions, and open<br />
tenders designed for day trips away from the mothership. Falcon <strong>Tenders</strong>’<br />
hybrid boats deliver exhilarating performance with a fuel efficient edge.<br />
Powered by diesel-electric propulsion, owners can enjoy emission-free<br />
transfers without compromising on speed, comfort or style.<br />
www.falcon-tenders.com<br />
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FJORD<br />
Fjord boats are not only perfect for a day out on the water, but they also make<br />
excellent tenders for larger yachts. Their high-quality construction ensures they are<br />
both reliable and durable. Fjord tenders come in a variety of sizes and styles, ranging<br />
from the compact and agile Fjord 38 Open to the spacious and luxurious Fjord 53 XL.<br />
Their deep V-hull design allows for a smooth and stable ride, even in choppy seas,<br />
and their powerful engines ensure quick and efficient transportation. Fjord tenders are<br />
also highly customisable, with a range of options available for seating, storage, and<br />
entertainment. Overall, Fjord boats are an excellent choice for those looking for a stylish<br />
and high-performing tender.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS FJORD 53 XL<br />
Length 14.50m – 16.70m<br />
Beam 4.79m<br />
Draft 1.37m<br />
Max weight 26,455kg<br />
Engines 2 Volvo Penta IPS700 (550 hp)<br />
Max engine capacity 2200hp<br />
Top speed 40 knots<br />
www.mariventyachts.com<br />
FLYNT YACHTS<br />
Every so often, a disruptor comes to town. A boat that makes<br />
owners sit up and pay attention. Welcome to the Flynt 756 – a<br />
7.56m full-custom hand-built luxurious tender. Crafted by skilled<br />
artisans and built for exploration on an impressive scale, the Flynt<br />
756 is like no other bowrider on the market. Following the success<br />
of Flynt’s first model – the 956 – the Flynt 756 is the second offering<br />
from the high-quality Dutch builder’s fleet of one-of-a-kind boats.<br />
Conceived by entrepreneur Robert-Jan Sanders with sleek lines<br />
penned by Dutch design studio Vripack, the 756 offers accessibility,<br />
convenience, and unmitigated fun to distinguished owners looking<br />
for unique escapism on the water. You can equip the Flynt 756 with<br />
the desired Mercury engines from 200 up to 400hp. Engine is not<br />
included in the price. Other engines on special request.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS FLYNT 756<br />
Length 7.56m<br />
Beam 2.55m<br />
Max weight 2600kg including engine<br />
Height for storage 1.85m<br />
Engines Max 400hp outboards<br />
Top speed 80 + knots<br />
Hull material Foamcore composite<br />
www.flyntyachts.com<br />
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GRAF BOOTSBAU<br />
The family business, now in the third generation, has built and restored<br />
boatbuilding classics with craftsmanship for over 40 years. Every boat<br />
receives their signature and must meet the highest quality standards.<br />
Tradition and a high professional ethos are their guidelines for your<br />
satisfaction. No compromises was the principle for the planning<br />
and construction of the Graf Ipanema from the very beginning. GRAF<br />
Bootsbau continue their uncompromising striving for the optimum with<br />
the equipment, too. Everything impresses through complete perfection.<br />
They also happily accommodate special wishes and with virtuosity.<br />
The motorisation of the “Graf Ipanema” leaves nothing to be desired.<br />
Whether single-motor with Z-drive for the pragmatist, or twin-motor<br />
with shaft drive for the purist, whether diesel or petrol: acceleration,<br />
running smoothness and top speed are peerless in every case. The<br />
control system and instruments are also installed in accordance with<br />
the latest state of the art.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS<br />
Length 9.05m<br />
Beam 2.7m<br />
Draft 0.92m<br />
Height From keel to windscreen 2.04m<br />
Weight Partly loaded 3000kg - 4000kg<br />
Fuel capacity 2 x 215 litres<br />
Category C<br />
Hull Wooden hull<br />
Top speed 43 knots<br />
www.graf-bootsbau.de<br />
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INTREPID POWERBOATS<br />
With its “One of a kind. One at a time.” approach to boat building, Intrepid Powerboats<br />
has been one of the acknowledged leaders in providing best-in-class tenders for yacht<br />
and superyacht owners for decades. Intrepid pioneered many of the industry-leading<br />
design, engineering, and fabrication techniques that continue to set new standards<br />
for superior levels of handling, seakeeping, and durability to this day. The company’s<br />
build-to-order customisation ensures that each new tender perfectly complements its<br />
mothership, while delivering all the performance, style, and versatility that owners<br />
and their guests require. Outfitted for fishing, diving, or cruising, Intrepid’s lineup<br />
of versatile centre consoles, centre consoles with cabins, and sport yachts boasts<br />
unmatched performance and state-of-the-art amenities. Everything from personalised<br />
paint colours and upholstery featuring designer-selected fabrics and custom stitching<br />
is finished to its owner’s precise specifications. <strong>Tenders</strong> can even be built with hardtops<br />
that raise and lower hydraulically to slip seamlessly inside the hull doors of their<br />
mothership. And, Intrepid is backed by a customer service programme renowned for<br />
providing a carefree ownership experience that is truly one-of-a-kind—wherever your<br />
travels may take you.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS<br />
Length 12.76m<br />
Beam 3.63m<br />
Max weight 11,340kg<br />
Height for storage in tender garage 3.96m<br />
Engines Quad 450 Mercury (1,800hp), Typical<br />
400 Mercury V10s (1,200hp)<br />
Top speed 70 mph with Quad Engines, Typical<br />
60 mph triple Mercury<br />
Petrol fuel capacity 468 gal<br />
Hull material Composite fibreglass<br />
www.intrepidpowerboats.com<br />
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INVINCIBLE BOATS<br />
An Invincible centre console makes for a perfect tender due to its versatility. A multitude<br />
of permanent and removable seating configurations allow for carrying large dive parties<br />
or shuttling guests shore-side in comfort. Ample storage space makes provision runs<br />
efficient and organised. Adding in superb handling, ultra-comfortable seating, bahama<br />
shades, coolers, classic styling with teak options and a range of finishes means that<br />
Invincible can match the quality of the mother ship. Invincible uses the most advanced<br />
construction techniques and the highest-quality materials. An Invincible’s range and<br />
speed can take guests further and faster. If conditions change, a fast dry ride back<br />
to the mother ship is a reassuringly comfortable option. Invincible’s tender package<br />
is a customisation package designed to suit the exacting requirements of superyacht<br />
owners. The range, from 10.3 metres to 14 metres, gives options for storage ondeck,<br />
in the garage or as a chase boat. XScape Marine has been established in the<br />
marine industry for over 20 years. It is well placed to take care of superyacht clients<br />
throughout the Med and throughout the season. XScape can supply a premium quality<br />
product with support that exceeds expectations and represents Invincible Boats in<br />
the Med including Spain, the Balearic Islands, Monaco, France, Italy, Slovenia, Croatia,<br />
Montenegro and Greece.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS<br />
Length Min 10.3m – Max 14m<br />
Beam Min 2.9m – Max 3.7m<br />
Weight Min 4,808kg – Max -12765kg<br />
Engines Inboard or outboard or jet-outboard<br />
Max engine capacity 1,800HP<br />
Top speed In excess of 75 knots<br />
Hull material GRP<br />
Full CE Approval<br />
Bespoke Invincible Tender Package<br />
An important alternative for Invincible<br />
customers in the Med is the option of a diesel<br />
engine.<br />
www.xscape.es<br />
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LASAI<br />
LASAI was founded in 2021 with the idea of making sustainable<br />
recreational boating a profitable and attractive option for all boating<br />
enthusiasts. This goal has been achieved by integrating solarelectric<br />
technology into the design of the boat. LASAI boats are 100%<br />
electric with their own generation system. The hard top of the boat<br />
has integrated high-capacity solar panels that can propel the boat<br />
with discharged batteries. The Lasai 20 is an electric propulsion<br />
boat with photovoltaic solar generation with length variants<br />
between 5.99 and 6.80 metres. It reaches a maximum speed of 12<br />
knots and 10 hours of range in mixed use. LASAI solar electric boats<br />
minimises the environmental footprint. Silent cruising also means<br />
cruising in style. The focus on design is apparent in the curves and<br />
polished lines of decks and exteriors.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS LASAI 20GL<br />
Length 6.80m<br />
Beam 2.22m<br />
Weight From 980kg<br />
Battery capacity Up to 40kWh<br />
Cruising speed 8 knots<br />
Range Mixed use 10 hours<br />
Photovoltaic power 700Wp<br />
CE certificate C<br />
www.lasai.com<br />
LLOYD STEVENSON<br />
For over thirty-five years, with Lloyd’s relentless drive for excellence, Lloyd Stevenson<br />
Boatbuilders have built an enviable reputation for quality and craftsmanship, amassing<br />
an impressive portfolio of bespoke sailboats, motor yachts and luxury tenders of the<br />
highest quality. But don’t take our word for it… here is what Captain Aaron Clark of M/Y<br />
Artefact, had to say about our custom tender T2 Artefact. “This vessel, I knew it was<br />
going to be good,… matches or exceeds anybody else in the world. Lloyd Stevenson<br />
Boatbuilders have a worldwide name for quality; they have the experience with<br />
superyacht tenders; they have the ability to understand the standard that we require.”<br />
SPECIFICATIONS SPT2 ARTEFACT<br />
Length 11.75m<br />
Beam 3.67m<br />
Draft 1.07m<br />
Displacement 8,185kg<br />
Engine 2 x Volvo Penta D6 370hp stern drives<br />
Top speed 45 knots<br />
Hull material Fibreglass composite<br />
www.lloydstevensonyachts.co.nz<br />
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LOMAC<br />
SPECIFICATIONS MODEL GRANTURISMO 12.0<br />
The Lomac GranTurismo line represents the top of the Lomac range and GranTurismo<br />
12.0 is a sophisticated 12-metre, designed to create a perfect synthesis of design, comfort<br />
and performance for all those who are looking for performance and sportiness, but do<br />
not want to give up comfort, roominess and safety, nor to an aggressive and streamlined<br />
aesthetic. Attention to detail is a strong point of this maxi-rib, also highly sought after as<br />
a luxury-tender, which offers a wide choice of materials and customisation possibilities.<br />
Customers looking for sporty performance can choose to mount three engines if they<br />
wish and enjoy the acceleration and speed of a true thoroughbred.<br />
Length 11.7m<br />
Width 3.54m<br />
Weight 3700kg<br />
N° of air chambers 6<br />
Capacity 20 pax<br />
Suggested power 3 x 300hp or 2 x 300hp<br />
Type approval Design category B<br />
www.lomac.it<br />
MAGONIS BOATS<br />
Founded and based in Barcelona, Magonis is a team of ambitious<br />
people passionate about boating and committed to 100% electric<br />
navigation. Their powerful, fully-electric Wave e-550 is a convenient<br />
5.5m in length, comfortably seats six, and offers smooth cruising<br />
from its sleek design and ultra-lightweight frame, weighing just<br />
335kg. Using smart navigation, their low-maintenance Wave e-550<br />
is supported by the Magonis App, which gives an owner control of<br />
their boat. With a 32A charger, fast charge in just 5 hours to enjoy<br />
10+ hours of battery life, 55km of range, and commodities built for<br />
a day on the water: a fridge, shower, solarium, and deluxe seating.<br />
Or enjoy maximum performance and participate in watersports<br />
like skiing and wakeboarding with up to 30KW of power and 22<br />
knots speed.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS MAGONIS WAVE E-550<br />
Length 5.50m<br />
Beam 1.98m<br />
Draft 0.30m<br />
Height 145-150cm from keel base to top<br />
Max speed 22 knots<br />
Dry weight 335kg<br />
Battery life 10+ hrs / Range 55km / 30nm<br />
Engine Electric up to 30kW /Max power 40kW<br />
www.magonisboats.com<br />
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MASTERCRAFT TENDERS<br />
With an extensive model line-up of 17 boats ranging from 6.1 metres to<br />
the yacht certified MasterCraft X26 at 8 metres, there’s a model that suits<br />
most onboard storage arrangements, from a tender garage, to an on-deck<br />
storage arrangement. MasterCraft continues to innovate and maintain its<br />
position as the leading brand of high-performance luxury sports boats,<br />
perfect for wakeboarding, waterskiing and wakesurfing. With water sports<br />
being an integral part of many superyachts itineraries, it’s key to have a<br />
specialist boat that can fulfil these requirements, whilst still functioning as<br />
a useful and stylish limousine tender.<br />
MasterCraft’s Surfstar delivers the best and most custom wakes and<br />
waves at the touch of a button, making life easy for the crew. It creates<br />
waves suitable for all levels, ensuring everyone gets the best out of their<br />
time on the water. Surfstar allows the driver to control the size, shape,<br />
and what side the surf wake is on, with a single touch. Worldwide logistics<br />
management, spare parts packages, crew training, driver coaching and<br />
engineer training on delivery. MasterCraft athletes can be involved in<br />
bespoke packages to both entertain and instruct owners, their families,<br />
guests and crew.<br />
XScape Marine has been established in the marine industry for over 20<br />
years. The team is well placed to take care of superyacht clients throughout<br />
the Med and throughout the season.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS<br />
Length 6.1m – 8m<br />
Beam 2.4m – 2.59m<br />
Weight 1,497kg – 3,130kg<br />
Engines Inboard or outboard or jet-outboard<br />
Max engine capacity 6.2L Supercharged 630hp, petrol<br />
Top speed 40 knots<br />
Hull material GRP<br />
Full CE Approval/ Certified<br />
Bespoke tender package & lifting solutions available<br />
Saltwater Package available on all models<br />
www.xscape.es<br />
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ONDA<br />
ONDA is an iconic Greek craft manufacturer that embodies the years<br />
of accumulated experience and know-how, as well as boat design<br />
at its best. Characterised by one of the most capable hulls that<br />
ever cruised the Aegean Sea, it became the major craft supplier to<br />
the Greek Authorities including but not limited to the Coast Guard,<br />
Army, Navy and Air Force. In ONDA all projects are undertaken<br />
aiming to deliver boats of the highest standards, incorporating<br />
the latest in materials technology and the utmost durability.<br />
ONDA currently offers three models. The 321 Limo Tender, a<br />
9,75m innovative limousine that comfortably carries 10 passengers<br />
and 2 crew members. The 341P, which is an 11,00m military hull<br />
designed for extreme all-weather performance, and the 371 Grand<br />
Tourism, which is designed as a fast and comfortable chase tender.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOM<br />
Length 9.58m<br />
Beam 3.28m<br />
Weight 4,600kg<br />
Engines 2 x 270hp<br />
Hull Deep V<br />
www.ondatenders.com<br />
PIXII<br />
At Pixii electric boats, they understand that it may not be for everyone. Their focus is on<br />
providing an exceptional electric boating experience. For those who are not quite ready<br />
to make the switch to electric, Pixii offer a range of traditional gas-powered boats. Their<br />
boats are designed for an enjoyable and reliable boating experience. Their commitment<br />
to quality, innovation, and sustainability ensures that you will have a boating experience<br />
that meets your needs and exceeds your expectations. Meet their first release and the<br />
first of its kind. 100% electric with a fully recyclable aluminium hull and a whole array<br />
of user-friendly features. It offers a 90% reduction in typical vessel maintenance – hull<br />
protection and jet drive maintenance is all that’s required.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS SP800<br />
Length 8m<br />
Beam 2.5m<br />
Weight 2,500kg<br />
Battery 150kWh<br />
Top speed Estimated 40 knots<br />
Hull 5083 marine grade aluminium (100% recycled)<br />
Solar panel to charge onboard appliances not the batteries<br />
www.pixii.co.uk<br />
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RAND BOATS<br />
RAND is the world’s fastest-growing boat manufacturer and a leading brand<br />
in electric and sustainable boats. They offer nine different motorboats<br />
ranging from 20-30 ft. with high adaptability and customisation options,<br />
including the choice of both electric and traditional propulsion to provide<br />
full flexibility for every boater’s needs. All RAND boats are designed for<br />
social experiences with sustainable production, featuring a lightweight,<br />
wave-piercing hull that optimises efficiency and comfort at all speeds. This<br />
unique hull design allows for a longer electric range and reduces fuel<br />
consumption by 30-60% compared to traditional boats. RAND is constantly<br />
pushing the boundaries of electric boating to enhance the advantages of<br />
low maintenance, low running costs, silent motor, and advanced interface<br />
systems. All their boats are fully connected with IoT devices to the RAND<br />
owner app, providing real-time remote access, live updates, GPS fence for<br />
theft protection, intelligent AI user modes, and much more. RAND’s own<br />
electric propulsion system is the first with sterndrive, providing better<br />
handling than traditional boats due to immediate thrust and speeds of<br />
over 50 knots. RAND is committed to creating harmony between the ocean<br />
and mankind by providing high-tech and eco-friendly luxury boats.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS SOURCE 22<br />
Length 6.7m<br />
Beam 2.3m<br />
Draft 0.35m<br />
Weight 800kg (ex engine)<br />
Electric power 170kW<br />
Engine E-Drive 170kW (227hp) incl: 78kWh Lithium battery<br />
Capacity 8 pax<br />
www.randboats.com<br />
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REBORN YACHTS<br />
Unique and timeless design. Reborn Yachts certainly sets the bar high as the duo are<br />
determined to introduce the best boat in its class. They want everything to be perfect<br />
and are leaving nothing to chance. Each and every detail of this tender will be finely<br />
finished down to the smallest detail. There has also been a strong focus on the design,<br />
which is unique, sturdy and timeless. They chose a blend of the classic and the modern.<br />
If this style is up your street, you’ll be instantly swept off your feet. The technical side<br />
was equally well-considered. The polyester hull is produced using vacuum injection<br />
technology in a vinylester sandwich system. The result is an extremely high-quality,<br />
lightweight yet super strong hull. For propulsion, clients can choose between two types<br />
of Volvo Penta engines. The Sterndrive propulsion uses two engines from 400 to 440hp;<br />
this model fits perfectly into a superyacht tender garage. The other option is the easily<br />
controllable IPS version with two engines of 600 or 650hp each. The Reborn is standard<br />
equipped with advanced systems such as two Glascockpit 16” screens, a Bower &<br />
Wilkens zoned audio system and a fully automatic anchor system below deck. You will<br />
also find it important that a boat comes as standard with all creature comforts, such as a<br />
bowthruster, refrigerator, wine coolers, electric grill, luxury upholstery, a custom-made<br />
swim ladder, fenders, carbon flagpole and even an integrated vacuum cleaner.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS<br />
Length Reborn 38 11.65m / Reborn 40 12.20m<br />
Beam 3.72m<br />
Draught Sterndrive 0.95m / IPS 1.20m<br />
Lightest weight 8,500kg - Reborn 40ft in full<br />
options 12,000kg<br />
Height for storage 2m<br />
Propulsion Sterndrive / IPS / Jet<br />
Standard engines Volvo Penta 400 Sterndrive /<br />
Optional IPS 650<br />
Top speed 40+ knots<br />
Range 450nm<br />
Max passengers 12B / 16C<br />
www.rebornyachts.com<br />
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TENDERS LISTING<br />
RIB–X<br />
The Rib-X SOLAS range is probably the world’s largest. Their<br />
leading edge designs are developed by the same in -house design<br />
team responsible for their extensive bespoke superyacht portfolio.<br />
Innovation, safety and quality is integral in all SOLAS designs,<br />
available as RIBS & hard boats, with some very interesting leading<br />
edge D tubing designs, means that safety can still be styled. Rib-X<br />
offer a range of British designed and British built SOLAS tenders<br />
from 5.0 to 7.5 meters. The SOLAS Rescue Boat is designed to act<br />
as a man-over-board recovery boat and provide a marshalling<br />
vessel for life rafts in the event of abandoning the mother ship.<br />
All rescue craft are engineered to comply with the most stringent<br />
requirements for a SOLAS tender, that said they are built to the<br />
same finish and offer the same functionality as our regular tenders,<br />
effectively offering the yacht the capability of carrying less tenders<br />
yet still fully complying safety regulations.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS SOLAS RANGE<br />
Length 5m - 8m<br />
Beam 2.45m - 2.65m<br />
Weight 1180kg - 1800kg<br />
Engines Inboard - 180hp - 260hp - Jet Drive<br />
Fuel Diesel<br />
Speed 35 knots<br />
www.rib-x.co.uk<br />
RIVA<br />
For a sublime example of this production expertise, take the painting and varnishing of<br />
the woodwork. This still follows Carlo Riva’s original method, involving 24 coats lovingly<br />
applied by hand to protect the wood from salt-water ruin and leave it with a perfect<br />
shiny finish. Likewise, the screws are still all precisely positioned in the same direction,<br />
heads painted to match the colour of the hull. Aquariva Super was created to take up<br />
the story of a legend, and she has always fulfilled that mission in style. Heir to the iconic<br />
Aquarama, she retains all her forebear’s timeless allure, adding a fresh contemporary<br />
twist with her cutting-edge high-tech accoutrements. The exquisite fittings and details<br />
confer an unrivalled degree of comfort with uncompromising elegance.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS AQUARIVA SUPER<br />
Length 10.07m<br />
Beam 2.8m<br />
Draft 0.96m<br />
Weight 5250kg<br />
Max speed 41.5 knots<br />
Cruising speed 36 knots<br />
Engine Yanmar 8LV - 370<br />
www.riva-yacht.com<br />
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TENDERS LISTING<br />
ROAM<br />
Launched in 2022, the ROAM 8 Adventure RIB by Superyacht <strong>Tenders</strong> and<br />
<strong>Toys</strong> is proving a popular addition to the rapidly expanding ROAM range of<br />
robust, no-nonsense, go-anywhere aluminium tenders. Carefully designed<br />
with adventure in mind whilst offering the most deck and storage space<br />
possible, the ROAM 8 is described as the ‘ultimate compact toy carrier’. Its<br />
open transom and bathing platform with retractable boarding ladder offer<br />
easy access to and from the water. Whilst perfectly appointed for towable<br />
fun, the ROAM 8 harnesses up to 370HP and is fitted with a ski pylon as<br />
standard. There is no compromise when it comes to storage, with underseating<br />
stowage spacious enough for up to eight dive tanks and a folding<br />
T-Top rack for carrying SUPS and kayaks. Comfort is a priority onboard the<br />
ROAM 8, and with space for six guests (and two crew), it is a sociable and<br />
safe choice. With a deep v hull, D-RIB structure, and well-protected seating,<br />
you are guaranteed a comfortable and dry experience even in the harshest<br />
conditions. The ROAM 8 delivers the ultimate balance between support and<br />
adventure. With inboard and outboard options available for delivery this<br />
summer, you’ll be prepped and ready to ROAM before you know it.<br />
Aligning range and speed with comfort and capacity, the rigid inflatable<br />
boats pose the ultimate multi-purpose tender. Underpinned by an ethos of<br />
adaptability, the aluminium construction methods allow adaptability to any<br />
plan to suit any garage, deck or berth in the world.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS ROAM 8 ADVENTURE RIB<br />
Length 8.0m<br />
Beam 3.0m<br />
Draft 0.55m<br />
Deadrise 20 degrees<br />
Engine 1x Yanmar 8LV370Z - 370HP / DPI drive<br />
Weight with the engine (dry) 3000kg<br />
Fuel capacity 400 Litres<br />
Maximum speed 40 knots<br />
CE Category B<br />
www.roamboats.com<br />
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The latest addition to<br />
XO’s award-winning<br />
DFNDR series<br />
Launched at Boot Düsseldorf <strong>2023</strong>, XO<br />
DFNDR 8 is the latest XO innovation made<br />
for boating on rough seas. Outstanding<br />
choice for conditions both arctic and<br />
tropical, you won’t miss out on any<br />
adventure on this aluminium powerboat.<br />
Deep-V Hull Aluminium Boats<br />
www.xoboats.com
TENDERS LISTING<br />
ROM BOATS<br />
In addition to carrying out all those ship-to-shore people and<br />
equipment transport routines, the fully customisable ROM 28 offers<br />
a practical alternative to the limousine tenders, with a sportier and<br />
far more stylish twist that owners and their crew will want to use,<br />
enjoy and spend as much time with as possible. The original ROM<br />
concept for a beautifully hand-made, fast, glamorous, yet practical<br />
sports boat, that could realistically double as a practical tender was<br />
born out of company owner, Jorge Martins frustration with not being<br />
able to get what he wanted from a new boat. With a spacious front,<br />
the ROM 28 has the combined pace, space and grace to transport up<br />
to 8 people at fast cruising speeds at any given time. Paired, in this<br />
case, with Mercury’s 6.2litre BRAVO 350HP Mercruiser engine, the<br />
ROM 28 accelerates effortlessly and progressively up to 50 knots.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS ROM 28<br />
Naval Architecture and Engineering Barracuda Yacht<br />
Design<br />
Hull & deck Esthec (Vacuum Infusion)<br />
Length 7.8 m<br />
Beam 2.46m<br />
Draft 0.60m<br />
Weight 2,700kg<br />
Capacity 8 pax<br />
Engines 250 - 430hp<br />
www.romboats.com<br />
RS ELECTRIC BOATS<br />
The Pulse 63, a 100% electric, zero-emission 6.3m RIB from RS<br />
Electric Boats, is the world’s first RIB with a fully integrated electric<br />
drive. Offering a top speed of 23 knots and a range of up to 100<br />
nautical miles, it’s as environmentally friendly as you can get.<br />
It’s been in development for five years, and it shows in its instant<br />
acceleration, feather-light control and hydrodynamic performance<br />
on the water. Aside from its performance credentials - tried and<br />
tested on the SailGP circuit in 2022 - it’s super sustainable. The<br />
interior deck, floor, console, engine box and hatches are made from<br />
recycled carbon fibre, with a recycled PET core. The hull is made<br />
from an innovative laminate (developed by sister company RS<br />
Sailing for its dinghies) which is lightweight, durable and incredibly<br />
strong. Its simplicity of design means less noise, less vibration and<br />
less maintenance.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS PULSE 63<br />
Length 6.3m<br />
Beam 2.4m<br />
Propulsion RAD40 Hubless Rim Drive - 104v<br />
Batteries 46kw / 56kw Hyperdrive GEN4 14-<br />
Cell (52Vnom) Lithium-Ion Modular Pack<br />
Top speed 23 knots<br />
Max range 100nm<br />
Weight 815kg incl batteries<br />
www.rselectricboats.com<br />
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TENDERS LISTING<br />
SCOUT 530 LXF<br />
The Scout 530 LXF S-Class - our luxurious flagship model - is built on our carbon fibre<br />
epoxy-infused, double-stepped fuel efficient hull. The Epoxy-infusion process utilising<br />
Carbon/E-glass is used throughout the 530 (a process used frequently in the aerospace<br />
industry), and provides a Class A finish, with more stability in the hull while reducing<br />
the overall weight in the boat. LOA is 53’ 5” and the beam sits at a stable 14’ 8”. The<br />
beam is extended to an even wider 17’ 6” when the electronically-actuated dual beach<br />
platforms are engaged port and starboard. The 530 LXF is a world class mega center<br />
console experience.<br />
Standard features include a Seakeeper 6 gyro stabilizer; a unique glass helm enclosure<br />
with electronically-sliding windows port and starboard; a smartly-designed cockpit<br />
island with a forward-facing bench seat, aft facing bar stools that retract and stow<br />
away, and a cooler, sink and cutting board with granite counter top; a Fischer Panda<br />
15kW generator; 16,000 BTU air conditioner/heaters in both the cabin and helm area; an<br />
electric sliding sun roof; and heated helm seats and seat backs port and starboard, just<br />
to name a few. It showcases premium upgraded ultra-leather upholsteries, timeless<br />
styling, sleek aesthetics and technology throughout.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS<br />
Length 16.30m<br />
Beam 4.51m (w/ beach doors up), 5.36m (w/<br />
beach doors deployed)<br />
Max weight 14,982kg with quad Mercury 600s<br />
Height for storage in tender garage 2.98m with<br />
no flybridge<br />
Max engine capacity 2,400hp outboards<br />
Top speed 70mph with Quad Mercury 600s<br />
Hull material Carbon fibre/e-glass<br />
www.scoutboats.com<br />
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TENDERS LISTING<br />
SEALEGS<br />
A New Zealand based company specialising in the design and manufacture<br />
of amphibious craft and tenders. Their range of amphibious tenders<br />
provide the ultimate boating experience by allowing boaters to seamlessly<br />
transition from land to water and back again. The range spans from the<br />
newly released 3.8m Electric Tender through to the range topping 12m<br />
Cabin RIB. Offering a broad range of amphibious craft suitable for a variety<br />
of tender applications, including recreational boating and commercial<br />
operations the most popular models are the 3.8T, 6.1m Sport RIB, 7.1m Sport<br />
RIB and the larger 7.5m and 9.0m Hydrasol RIB. At the top end the 9.0m<br />
Hydrasol offers amphibious luxury in a practical 9 metre format. Onboard<br />
aesthetics are world class with handling from the helm smooth and direct.<br />
Offered with various outboard options up to Yamaha’s silky smooth 425Hp<br />
V8’s provides the 9.0m Hydrasol with power a plenty. With the ability to<br />
carry up to 10 passengers the Hydrasol offers a highly versatile package<br />
creating a safe stable vessel when boarding and disembarking, while also<br />
delivering excellent performance. All Sealegs amphibious tenders feature<br />
the company’s patented amphibious technology allowing them to drive on<br />
land and launch and retrieve directly from the water.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS 9M HYDRASOL RIB<br />
Length 9.15m<br />
Beam 3.13m<br />
Max weight 550kg (No Fuel)<br />
Height for storage 2.12m (wheels up), 2.52m (wheels down)<br />
Engine 300hp Outboard<br />
Top speed 40 knots<br />
Hull material Aluminium Marine Grade (5083)<br />
Capacity 12 pax including driver<br />
www.sealegs.com<br />
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TENDERS LISTING<br />
SEA WATER RIBS<br />
Sea Water is a shipyard driven by passion and with an excellent knowledge<br />
of boating. Sea Water means the desire to preserve the authentic RIB that<br />
once was. Without superstructures, appendages or other useless and<br />
unattractive frills. The tube, a slender and clear-cut silhouette from stern<br />
to bow, like a vital organ with which the boat feels the environment around<br />
it and which protects it. The deck, spacious and tidy, to live and to love, like<br />
one’s own home. An uncomplicated outline, with only the essential, where<br />
everything is in the right place and nothing exceeds and nothing lacks. Love<br />
for tradition, but with a glance forward, looking into innovation and design<br />
to see what can be dared, without abandoning what is truly necessary and<br />
authentic.<br />
All this is Sea Water: a different way of living the sea. Exclusivity is the main<br />
feature of the Kymera 43, which stands at the top of the range and which<br />
will soon be joined by the forthcoming 53-foot model. The fully laminated<br />
solid fibreglass hull and body, with foam-filled air chambers on the sides<br />
and inside the hull, provides this boat with incredible stability and safety<br />
on board. The dinghy-derived structural concept used here, guarantees<br />
uncompromised handling and comfort, enhanced by astounding deck space<br />
with a very practical layout. The side door makes it easy for guests to board<br />
and disembark. Every Sea Water can be extensively personalised upon<br />
request to give it a unique and distinctive look.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS KYMERA 43<br />
Length 13.06m<br />
Beam 4.13m<br />
Height for storage in tender garage 3.25m<br />
Dry weight 6.3 tons<br />
Fuel capacity 1200 litres<br />
Engines Outboard or diesel inboard stern drive available<br />
Max power output 1200hp<br />
Top speed 50 knots<br />
Hull material GRP<br />
www.seawater.it<br />
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TENDERS LISTING<br />
TWISTED MARINE<br />
The Twisted RIB designed our way. Twisted Marine are purveyors of luxury<br />
artisan craft which are designed and developed around you. Whether you<br />
are looking for the ultimate coastal RIB or the yacht tender that everyone<br />
in the marina will envy; their designers and engineers will work with you<br />
to build your dream vessel. The first Offshore Twisted RIB, the T450. The<br />
distinctively stylish, high performance go anywhere RIB is British made<br />
and commissioned in Salcombe by the Twisted Marine team. The RIB is<br />
based on a hull with over 30-years of pedigree to align with our ethos<br />
of the best made better. The 29ft RIB is powered by twin Mercury 225<br />
V6 outboard engines to outperform even the toughest of sea conditions.<br />
Demonstrating first-class usability with brilliant fun at the helm, the<br />
Twisted T450 is a natural pairing with their unrivalled experience on<br />
land. Another exceptional custom-built vehicle that is created for pure<br />
adventure and adrenaline.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS T450<br />
Length 8.68m<br />
Beam 2.56m<br />
Max weight 2700kg<br />
Height for storage in tender garage 2.23m<br />
Engines Max capacity 2 x 225hp outboards<br />
Top speed 58 knots<br />
Range 200Nm<br />
www.twistedmarine.com<br />
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TENDERS LISTING<br />
VIKAL<br />
Vikal have produced some of the world’s most luxurious and bespoke<br />
tenders for an exclusive client base. Delivering more than 60 customised<br />
tenders and growing, over 25 years. The quality of construction for these<br />
tenders is second to none. Owners expect nothing less. All the tenders built<br />
have been one off and unique in their particular style. Often packed with<br />
features specific to the owners’ requests and imagination. Vikal is a unique<br />
company, developing fibreglass/carbonfibre construction to sophisticated<br />
levels whilst providing engineering solutions. Building to a vast array<br />
of requirements whilst ensuring each vessel meets the high quality and<br />
integrity standard we set. Quality and innovation without compromise.<br />
The 10.8m Vikal full Electric Limousine is offered as a full custom EV<br />
solution for discerning yacht owners. The spacious air-conditioned interior<br />
welcomes guests from ashore and from the yacht’s boarding foyer, with<br />
excellent headroom, large windows and comfortable seating. The interior<br />
introduces guests to safe and relaxing yachting. On the exterior, the side<br />
decks run the full length of the cabin, making crew access from helm aft on<br />
both sides functional and safe for crew and guests alike. Twin Evoy electric<br />
engines are offered with steering and throttles by wire, a single throttle<br />
control and joystick docking. With Twin Volvo Stern Drives the vessel has<br />
a maximum speed of over 40 knots and can carry 14 guests plus two crew.<br />
www.vikal.com.au<br />
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TENDERS LISTING<br />
VALHALLA BOATWORKS<br />
Owned by the legendary Viking Yacht Company, the Valhalla<br />
Boatworks V Series consists of five high-performance luxury<br />
centre consoles from 33 to 55 feet. All models will excel as tenders,<br />
depending on the size of the mothership and owner’s preferences.<br />
Debuting at the <strong>2023</strong> Miami International Boat Show, the Valhalla<br />
55 is latest and largest addition to the fleet. “This a statement boat<br />
– and there is nothing like it on the market,” says Viking Yachts<br />
President and CEO Pat Healey. “We’re setting a new standard by<br />
bringing together the qualities of a large centre console and a<br />
luxury sportfishing yacht.” The V-55’s overall size – particularly its<br />
15-foot 6-inch beam – allows for more fuel capacity (1,200 gallons),<br />
cockpit space, on-deck seating and interior living accommodations<br />
than any other centre console in its class.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS V55<br />
Length 16.98m<br />
Max weight 22,470kg (full load with four Mercury 600s)<br />
Outboard power For or five Mercury 600hp Verados<br />
Top speed 63-64 mph (four 600s), 73-74 mph (five 600s)<br />
Hull material Fibreglass<br />
Patented Stepped-V Ventilated Tunnel (SVVT) running surface<br />
from Michael Peters Yacht Design. The V-55 captured the<br />
Innovation Award in the center console category at the <strong>2023</strong> Miami<br />
International Boat Show.<br />
www.valhallaboatworks.com<br />
WALLY<br />
Arch disruptor Wally showcased the latest addition to its wallypower fleet at the Palm<br />
Beach International Boat Show <strong>2023</strong>. As you’d expect from the brand, the Wallypower58X<br />
is a triumph of design, combining the proven walkaround features of the Wallypower58<br />
with powerful outboard propulsion. The new wallypower58X also showcases a number<br />
of other innovative features, including the Magic Porthole. Instead of peppering the<br />
flawless hull with windows, which compromise privacy and are a weak point in the<br />
event of an impact, the benefits of exterior visibility are recreated inside using camera<br />
images relayed to large screens. In this way, guests can ‘see’ outside, enjoy the view<br />
and the light – all in perfect privacy.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS WALLYPOWER 58X<br />
Length 17.5m<br />
Beam 5m<br />
Draft 1.3m<br />
Weight 22tn<br />
Engines 4 x Mercury Verado V12 600hp<br />
Height 5.3m<br />
Max speed 50+ knots<br />
www.wally.com<br />
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TENDERS LISTING<br />
WHITMARSH RIBS<br />
Whitmarsh have been building luxury superyacht tenders for almost 15 years and<br />
pride themselves on their build quality, construction detail and the highest standards of<br />
British craftsmanship. Each tender is individually detailed and tailored to the owner’s<br />
requirements to match the mothership. Bespoke finishes and upholstery detail complete<br />
the ultimate luxury and styling. Their tenders offer fast and stable performance<br />
combined with comfort and excellent handling and seaworthiness. Their highly trained<br />
boatbuilders and marine engineers use the most advanced and innovative technologies<br />
combined with the highest standards of ancillary equipment available. Special attention<br />
is given to access for maintenance and servicing.<br />
The range includes Superyacht tenders, Beachlander range, Solas rescue and chase<br />
tenders. Whitmarsh can also accommodate full custom projects and tender re-fit when<br />
required. Every aspect of their builds is managed in-house at their dedicated facility in<br />
Poole, Dorset, UK.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS ST115<br />
Length 9.5 - 11.5m<br />
Beam 2.9m<br />
Max weight 4500kg<br />
Engines Inboard or outboard, petrol or diesel<br />
Max engine capacity 900hp<br />
Top speed 60 knots +<br />
Hull material GRP<br />
www.whitmarsh-ribs.com<br />
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UP<br />
UP<br />
UP<br />
MIELE<br />
CS7612FL<br />
UP<br />
FOSTER<br />
S4001<br />
SMART TV 43'<br />
TENDERS LISTING<br />
DWL<br />
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35<br />
PROFILE<br />
CL<br />
WIDER YACHTS<br />
The WIDER 32 is a fun, fast and colourful express day cruiser that can be used also as<br />
a tender. She can be personalised by choice of color combinations for the hull and in<br />
terms of interior capabilities. The cockpit is furnished with sofas and foldable tables<br />
that can be configured to suit a variety of uses, from a spacious sunbathing area to a<br />
comfortable dining area. The cabin presents two comfortable sofas, which are easily<br />
converted into spacious beds. The galley is fitted with a sink, a ceramic hot plate and a<br />
ENGINE<br />
HATCH<br />
minibar. The separated head at the bow also accommodate a generous shower.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS WIDER 32X<br />
Length 9.6m<br />
Beam 3m<br />
Displacement 5,000kg<br />
Engines 2 x 260hp Mercruiser 3.0T,Bravo 1 DTS<br />
Cruising speeds 30 knots<br />
Max speed 37 knots<br />
Range 200nm<br />
www.wider-yachts.com<br />
MAIN DECK<br />
WILLIAMS JET TENDERS<br />
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35<br />
CL<br />
ENGINE<br />
HATCH<br />
The TurboJet 325 fits into smaller garages and on bathing platforms<br />
of most 12-16m yachts, so it’s ideal for smooth trips to the quayside VERSION A<br />
to grab supplies. But it’s when you fire up the BRP Rotax engine and<br />
open up the throttle that you’ll truly discover why they called this<br />
iconic tender the TurboJet. Powered by a 90HP Rotax engine, with<br />
redesigned upholstery for ultimate comfort, and with an improved<br />
hull delivered supreme handling the iconic TurboJet is better<br />
than ever. Make your jet tender unique by customising colours,<br />
equipment, fabric and finishing touches. Start configuring your<br />
TurboJet 325 using their ‘Build My Tender’ tool –<br />
www.williamsjettenders.com/tenders/turbojet/turbojet-<br />
325/#BMT<br />
SMART TV 32'<br />
LOWER DECK<br />
CL<br />
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35<br />
ENGINE<br />
HATCH<br />
SPECIFICATIONS<br />
Length 3.29m<br />
Beam 1.70m<br />
Weight 319kg<br />
Height 0.96m<br />
Fuel capacity 40 litres<br />
Max speed Up to 77kph<br />
Engine BRP Rotax ACE 903 - 90hp<br />
www.williamsjettenders.com<br />
VERSION B<br />
LOWER DECK<br />
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XO CROSSOVER<br />
Launched at Boot Düsseldorf international boat show <strong>2023</strong>, the XO DFNDR<br />
8 is a newcomer to XO’s Deep-V hull aluminium boat fleet. As the sister<br />
model for the widely acclaimed and award-winning XO DFNDR 9, the<br />
DFNDR 8 is expected to reach similar success as the perfect tender boat for<br />
those who also enjoy outdoor lifestyle and fishing. With its completely new<br />
concept, the XO DFNDR 8 keeps on elevating the ideas of adaptability and<br />
configuration to the next level. This tender is semi-customisable for many<br />
uses and various needs: you can transform it into a fully enclosed cabin<br />
boat by choosing the fixed side windows and aft wall as extras or keep<br />
the boat open to maximise the thrill and feel of the open waters. The XO<br />
DFNDR 8 can be adjusted for sport fishing, day cruising or for superyacht<br />
tender use. With twin OB engines, agile XO DFNDR 8 can reach +50 knots<br />
of speed. Although the boat is the smallest of XO’s fleet, it still maintains<br />
the uncompromising attitude and resilience of a true challenger. This boat<br />
is the perfect powerboat for trailblazers who want to take boating to the<br />
next level.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS XO CROSSOVER<br />
Length 8m<br />
Beam 2,37m<br />
Draft to props 0.8m<br />
Weight (excl. engine) 1900kg<br />
Passengers 8<br />
Fuel capacity 400l<br />
Classification C<br />
Max speed 50+ knots<br />
Engines 1×450hp or 2×225hp<br />
Deadrise 23 degrees<br />
Hull Deep-V Aluminium hull<br />
www.xoboats.com<br />
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TENDERS LISTING<br />
X SHORE<br />
The Swedish climate technology and electric boat company X Shore was founded in<br />
2016 in Stockholm. Made in Sweden, X Shore has become the world’s leading supplier of<br />
electric boats with customers in markets such as North America and Europe. X Shore’s<br />
boats use no fossil fuels and have minimal impact on marine wildlife. X Shore has been<br />
awarded a number of prizes for the design of the model Eelex 8000, and in 2022 the<br />
company was nominated for the European Powerboat of the Year and received the jury’s<br />
special mention. X Shore creates 100% electric boats for a fossil free tomorrow.<br />
By combining Swedish maritime craftsmanship with technology, innovation and<br />
sustainability, they are changing and charging the future of the boat industry.<br />
Sustainability is at the heart of everything X Shore does and the company was found by<br />
an independent auditor, Cicero Shades of Green AS, to be one of the most sustainable<br />
manufacturers in the world last year. In September 2022, X Shore launched the X Shore<br />
1, a successor to the flagship boat, the Eelex 8000, which entered the market at a price<br />
point roughly a third of other electric vessels.<br />
SPECIFICATIONS EELEX 8000<br />
Length 7.92m<br />
Beam 2.56m<br />
Draft 0.73m<br />
Weight 2599kg<br />
Height 2.8m<br />
Electric motor 170 kW<br />
Battery 126kWh<br />
Range 10nm<br />
Speed 20 knots cruising / 30 knots top speed<br />
www.xshore.com<br />
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TENDERS LISTING<br />
YACHTWERFT MEYER<br />
The award-winning company ‘Yachtwerft Meyer’ is known for its advanced<br />
technology and its appealing modern design in the tender-industry. For<br />
almost three decades, the husband and wife duo Jan and Michaela Meyer<br />
have successfully managed the company and led through constant progress<br />
through the changing times. In various lines of open and limousine tenders<br />
(10,5m - 12m) the company has proven their know-how in developing and<br />
building tender boats. The more exciting is the look at their new project<br />
‘Impetus’. Yachtwerft Meyer’s new semi-custom line of open and limousine<br />
tenders from 10.5m to 12m.<br />
The semi-custom engineered platform offers a reduced built time with<br />
various deck and interior layouts. Sophisticated details and a striking,<br />
dynamic design define the new, exciting line, positioned directly above<br />
the CC Line and Silverline. Limousine Tender Sharp lines and comfortable<br />
luxury. The Impetus limousine tender offers a wide spectrum of configurable<br />
options. Available as aft or forward steering versions and perfectly made<br />
for pleasant cruising. Open Tender A first look at the uniquely designed<br />
sun deck of the open tender reveals the innovative and exciting details and<br />
many custom features. “We look forward to realising your desires with a<br />
unique impetus tender from Yachtwerft Meyer.”<br />
www.yachtwerft-meyer.com<br />
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The Twisted RIB designed our way.<br />
+44 (0)1845 574990 sales@twistedmarine.com www.twistedmarine.com<br />
Our Twisted RIBs take an iconic British designed deep-V hull with a<br />
pedigree of more than three decades and make it better. From bow<br />
to stern our engineers have refined the performance, handling and<br />
onboard equipment to create an uncompromised experience.
DIVE IN<br />
TO THE<br />
FUN<br />
Having fun on the water has<br />
never been so easy. Whether<br />
you’re looking to extend the aft<br />
deck with pontoons or looking<br />
for some more exhilarating toys<br />
to enjoy on the crystal clear<br />
waters, check out our selection<br />
of the best toys to get the<br />
summer started<br />
TIWAL<br />
Is the wind picking up and you can feel your adrenaline building? Are<br />
there already loads of windsurfers, kite surfers and wing foils out on the<br />
water? The new Tiwal 3R is a supercharged, fun inflatable sailing dinghy.<br />
It is the perfect toy for enhancing the sailing experience when at anchor.<br />
Ready to sail in just 25 minutes, the Tiwal 3R offers exceptional gliding<br />
sensations due to its responsiveness. In addition it is very light and very<br />
easy to manage. For storage, it just disappears into its 2 bags. The Tiwal 3R<br />
has excellent seaworthiness, even in heavier weather. It points well upwind<br />
and tacks in its own length. The boat combines lightness and responsiveness<br />
for an exceptional onboard experience. Have fun, you are in charge! The Tiwal 3R<br />
responds to a real demand from superyachts in search of fun and sport activities<br />
for their guests and crew.<br />
www.tiwal.com<br />
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YACHTBEACH<br />
Yachtbeach Foil Dock Single 2.05: In the premium segment,<br />
Yachtbeach is launching the brand new Single Foil Dock. Suitable<br />
for easy docking of almost any Foil Board on the market. It is<br />
noteworthy that the Yachtbeach single Foil Dock can be easily<br />
combined and varied with all Yachtbeach 4.1 & 3.0 platforms<br />
and luxury pools using the handle connection system. Beautiful,<br />
pleasant, non-slip and hard-wearing foam surface made of EVA in a<br />
teak look, in addition to perfect slip material on the board ramp.<br />
This dock is not only a dock to land, it is also perfect to get started.<br />
Just turn around your board, get positioned, and off you go. Nothing<br />
easier than starting to foil with the Yachtbeach Foil dock.<br />
www.theyachtbeach.com<br />
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YACHTFUN<br />
Based in Portals, Mallorca Yachtfun have several of the best electric sea toys to<br />
rent. You can rent the toys from one day to one month. You can collect from their<br />
premises, or they can deliver and collect directly from you, the team deals with the<br />
stress so you can have FUN. All their rentals are well maintained and come with<br />
detailed manuals on how to use, ride and store them correctly. Yachtfun stock a<br />
great range of sea toys including Sea Bobs, Hydrofoils and Electric Surfboards. They<br />
have 100% customer satisfaction and their aim is to make the process seamless<br />
for the customers. Their service is very popular with charter boats as it enables<br />
them to offer more fun for their charter guests and our delivery and pick up service<br />
makes it easy to organise. No boat? No problem! Hire their sea toys and have them<br />
delivered to you at your favourite beach, explore the coastline and have fun!<br />
www.yacht.fun<br />
RED PADDLE<br />
The latest addition to the Compact Range of boards. Find<br />
your perfect paddleboard from the world’s No.1 inflatable<br />
SUP brand. Whatever your experience level, find an<br />
inflatable SUP that’s unrivalled in performance, durability<br />
and safety, from All-Round to Speciality boards. The<br />
exclusive and patent protected MSL PACT material made<br />
from specially produced, high density drop stitch allows<br />
Red Paddle to make a board that easily folds in half before<br />
being rolled up, whilst still maintaining industry leading<br />
stiffness and durability. A super small pack down size, with<br />
no compromise in performance. Unsurpassed in terms of<br />
lightweight, compact performance, the 8’10” Compact is a<br />
revolutionary new board which makes travel SUP/Surfing<br />
more accessible than ever before for riders up to 95kg.<br />
https://red.equipment<br />
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SPINERA PIRATES TOWER<br />
The Spinera Professional Aquapark Pirates Tower leaves no dreams<br />
unfulfilled and offers action packed jumping from different heights and<br />
various sliding possibilities. All of this directly behind your yacht or as a<br />
stand alone item on the lake. Everyone will love the Spinera Professional<br />
Aquapark Pirates Tower with its wind and wave ready design and<br />
integrated pressure relief valve. This feature is due to its high speed<br />
inflation and deflation system and its platform construction ready for<br />
rapid fun park installation and dismantling.<br />
Specifications:<br />
Length: Tower 500cm (incl. Slide 620cm)<br />
Width: Tower 375cm (incl. Slide 660 cm)<br />
Height: Tower 380cm<br />
Water depth: 2.9m<br />
4 giant anchor points<br />
www.spinera.com<br />
RED SHARK BIKES<br />
Red Shark Bikes is a growing Spanish<br />
manufacturer, who is achieving their dream:<br />
to be the world’s reference brand for water<br />
bikes. They are 100% environmentally<br />
friendly bicycles, they do not generate noise<br />
or emissions, they can be used by people<br />
from 1.50m to 2.10m, it is very stable, easy to<br />
transport and delivers a ride without getting<br />
wet. It’s a new sport. The star model is the<br />
Bike SURF, with 3 different models: ENJOY: The<br />
comfortable model for the enjoyment of the<br />
whole family. FITNESS: The sportiest model<br />
for training in a relaxed environment. A more<br />
dynamic position, it has four propellers to<br />
offer 4 different training models. ADVENTURE:<br />
For unforgettable excursions. It has multiple<br />
watertight compartments to house the food and<br />
equipment you need. And they also offer the<br />
SCOOTER SURF MODEL: assisted by an electric<br />
motor to enjoy the water without having to<br />
make any effort.<br />
www.redsharkbikes.com<br />
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Custom Party Bana<br />
<br />
Ultra Custom Designs - Pantone Color Matching<br />
Full Color Printing<br />
Massive In-Stock Inventory<br />
AquaBanas.com<br />
info@AquaBanas.com
Enter<br />
Bana World!<br />
Custom POP 2 Pool<br />
and Push Off Bana
IMTECH<br />
The iMatJet is a unique accessory for boats, yachts and all water sports fans. It makes your beach<br />
holiday a perfect and safe experience. Equipped with a powerful electric motor, the iMatJet is as<br />
comfortable as your favourite sofa and a relaxed and environmentally friendly alternative to other<br />
watercrafts. The quiet electric motor and the classic design blends perfectly into the landscape.<br />
The superior air mattress comes with a waterproof and rechargeable remote control with up to 1,5<br />
hour of minimum battery life and up to five hours of use depending on the intensity of use. It is a<br />
product of high technical quality, developed in Germany by experts with many years of experience in<br />
industrial design.<br />
www.imatjet.com<br />
VALO<br />
A Hyperfoil is a high<br />
performance, semi-autonomous,<br />
electric hydrofoiling vehicle<br />
with wings to fly above the<br />
water. Think of it like a jetski,<br />
but 1000 times more awesome.<br />
www.ridevalo.com<br />
EZRAIDER HD4<br />
Heavy duty 4 x 4 fun<br />
www.ezraider.com<br />
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AQUABANAS<br />
AquaBanas are truly redefining water<br />
entertainment due to their modular<br />
design that allows them to be used<br />
in multiple ways and with multiple<br />
functions. Their flagship Party Bana is<br />
currently on 100s of yachts worldwide<br />
as standalone units, or part of larger<br />
marina systems that allow comfortable<br />
seating and shade while water activities<br />
are happening all around. Their full line<br />
of products includes the POP 2 Pool<br />
and Push Off Bana, as well as various<br />
forms of Docking for PWCs, SEABOBs,<br />
e-Foils, Yacht Slides, Floating Towers,<br />
Kiddie Pools and the new innovative<br />
adult Chill Bana! Most of the units have<br />
tents that are easily attachable and<br />
provide amazing shade. AquaBanas’<br />
$3 million inventory in Florida ensures<br />
they can ship what you need globally<br />
at a moment’s notice. If your needs are<br />
more customized, AquaBanas specialises<br />
in custom designs with pantone colour<br />
matching and beautiful logo printing.<br />
www.AquaBanas.com<br />
WATER TOYS CENTER | AQUA MARINE<br />
For more than 15 years, Water <strong>Toys</strong> Center has been the leading<br />
distributor of high quality water toys and yacht tenders in France<br />
and Monaco. They are official and exclusive dealers for luxury and<br />
renowned brands such as Seabob, Jetsurf, Nautibuoy, and Olympics<br />
Ribs, and also showcase other prestigious names such as Lift Foils,<br />
Yachtbeach Inflatables, and Seadoo Jetskis. Water <strong>Toys</strong> Center places<br />
customer satisfaction at the forefront of their business model. Their<br />
highly skilled technical service department ensures after sales support<br />
for all the water toys they distribute. Additionally, their team of qualified<br />
professionals provides top-notch customer service to guide customers<br />
throughout their purchase journey. With two showrooms located in<br />
Monaco and Beaulieu-sur-mer (France) Water <strong>Toys</strong> Center offers a<br />
wide range of premium products to choose from. Customers can expect<br />
expert guidance in product selection and delivery, as well as a superior<br />
selection of products in one of their showrooms. Water <strong>Toys</strong> Center takes<br />
pride in their expertise and experience in the water toy and yacht tender<br />
industry.<br />
www.watertoyscenter.aquamarine.fr<br />
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Mirage Eclipse ACE-TEC<br />
Mirage iEclipse<br />
hobie.com<br />
Hire<br />
from<br />
€315<br />
per day<br />
Hydrofoil seabob e-surfboard<br />
+34 871 505 563 hello@yacht.fun www.yacht.fun @yachtfun_mallorca<br />
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SEARAFT<br />
SeaRaft produces customised, high quality inflatable solutions for<br />
the superyacht industry. Think of floating marinas that hold jet skis,<br />
Seabobs, eFoils and other water toys, netted sea pools or a fun space for<br />
sunbathing, all shaped to the yacht’s specific stern profile. From small<br />
sectional components to large custom platforms, SeaRaft offer it all.<br />
The modular design approach, with matching sizes and the flexibility<br />
of strategically located anchor points, allows for easy connection to<br />
any part of your yacht and the platforms can be quickly and efficiently<br />
transformed from one task to another. The rafts are handmade in<br />
Europe from the highest quality of marine fabrics and materials. Offering<br />
unparalleled strength and stability, and still remain lightweight. The<br />
special fabrics are both foldable and rollable creating a compact package<br />
for easy assembly, cleaning, stowing and maintenance by the crew.<br />
www.searaft.com<br />
HOBIE<br />
The Mirage Eclipse ACE-TEC is the latest addition to the Mirage<br />
Eclipse series. The ACE-TEC hull combines manoeuvrability and<br />
durability in a lightweight and strong construction. Featuring<br />
MirageDrive GT pedal propulsion, every step on the Eclipse ACE-TEC powers<br />
you forward with ease. Its intuitive, one handed steering system attaches<br />
directly to the handlebar and board with an easy-to-use steering system that<br />
can turn on a dime with a simple push or pull of the lever. EVA standing pads<br />
offer a comfortable ride. Toss it into the back of your car, load it into your yacht,<br />
or check it on flight–with the iEclipse, adventure is everywhere.<br />
www.hobie.com<br />
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World’s first water lounger powered by electric motors<br />
www.imatjet.com<br />
Memories are made<br />
ON THE WATER<br />
For nearly 20 years, we have been building custom<br />
aquaparks all over the world, for private yachts,<br />
5-star resorts, and everywhere in-between. With<br />
custom slides and over 100 unique park features to<br />
choose from, the only limit is your imagination.<br />
AQUAGLIDE.COM<br />
LEARN MORE:<br />
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AQUAGLIDE<br />
Aquaglide has pioneered innovative ways to have fun on the water for<br />
over 30 years. As a result, the Aquaglide name has become synonymous<br />
with commercial watersports through its inflatable Aquapark systems<br />
that have helped change the face of recreation. Yacht owners can choose<br />
from over 100 unique pieces, including custom slides, to build their<br />
own private waterpark. Aquaglide focuses on two classes of inflatables:<br />
aquaparks (commercial and lakefront) and paddlesports (kayaks and<br />
SUPs). Though these channels are distinct, they serve the same goal – to<br />
ensure you enjoy your time on the water. They aim to build the highest<br />
quality products suited for everyone – from superyacht owners, to<br />
the summer camp aquapark, to the devout fisherman, to the lakefront<br />
homeowner. They build products you can trust to get out on the water,<br />
no matter what adventure means to you.<br />
www.aquaglide.com<br />
YOONIT<br />
The perfect electric mini cargo bike for those trips<br />
to the shops during the charter season.<br />
www.yoonitbikes.com<br />
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MAKING WAVES<br />
There is no better way to enjoy an<br />
exhilarating trip over the waves with<br />
the latest selection of electric e-boards<br />
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RADINN<br />
Radinn is the world’s leading<br />
01<br />
electric jetboard company and<br />
their jetboards truly embody the<br />
next-generation of water sports: a fully electric<br />
device that lets you soar across the water at<br />
incredible speeds with virtually no sound. The<br />
Radinn jetboard is controlled by a handheld<br />
remote that adjusts the riders’ speed and<br />
acceleration with effortless manoeuvrability.<br />
The jetboard’s modular design consists of<br />
a board, battery, and jetpack which connect<br />
to a fully-integrated app and allow riders<br />
to track their excursions and upgrade their<br />
performance options with the click of a button.<br />
Radinn jetboards come in three models that<br />
range in durability and performance capability:<br />
The X-Sport, The Freeride, and The Carve.<br />
The Freeride is Radinn’s ultimate, all-purpose<br />
board. It holds the perfect balance between<br />
agility and stability, and is easy to get started<br />
on but also responsive enough for more<br />
playful riding. The X-Sport is Radinn’s most<br />
durable and customisable board, and is great<br />
for rentals and lessons. If riders are looking<br />
for a little bit more of a challenge, The Carve<br />
board is the pick. This board is more agile by<br />
design and offers a unique riding style, trick<br />
capabilities, and wave jumping.<br />
www.radinn.com<br />
MO-JET<br />
Through the know how of<br />
02 professional surfing combined<br />
with German engineering,<br />
excellent handling characteristics can<br />
be implemented. The highest agility is<br />
noticeable in tight turns and tremendous<br />
acceleration. With 115kg of thrust and<br />
15.000 rpm the mo-jet has the strongest<br />
performance in the market. Thanks to an<br />
innovative battery cooling concept, this<br />
power can be reliably accessed over the<br />
entire discharge cycle. Mo-jet can also<br />
glide people with up to 140 kg body weight<br />
and tow a light person on a wakeboard<br />
or fun tube. With just one drive module<br />
and five different bow modules, you have<br />
five different boards in one: A jet board, a<br />
body board, a diving scooter, an inflatable<br />
jetboard and a rescue board. The powerful<br />
15 KW or 20 HP engine on the jet revs up<br />
the various modules with breathtaking<br />
acceleration and lets even the heaviest<br />
riders glide effortlessly over the waves.<br />
www.mo-jet.com<br />
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mo-jet<br />
The fastest<br />
bodyboard in<br />
the world<br />
Performance Bundle<br />
• mo-jet S<br />
• Surf<br />
• Body<br />
• Quick Charger<br />
13,400 € Net Price<br />
The powerful 15 KW or 20 HP engine on the jet revs up the various<br />
modules with breathtaking acceleration and lets even the heaviest<br />
riders glide effortlessly.<br />
Technical data:<br />
• 20 hp Engine Power<br />
• 140 kg / 309 lbs Maximum rider weight<br />
• 45 minutes Charging time<br />
• Ready to go with batteries and fins<br />
Tel: +420 774 602 701 Email: sales@jetsurf.com www.jetsurf.com<br />
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LAMPUGA<br />
Lampuga delivers true driving pleasure on<br />
03<br />
the water. Their premium quality surfboards,<br />
are electrically powered and very easy to<br />
handle. They are suitable for every rider, enabling even<br />
absolute beginners to experience the thrill of surfing,<br />
regardless of wind and waves. The Lampuga Air combines<br />
a striking design with easy transportability and a powerful<br />
jet drive for the best movement on water. The unique<br />
modular design of the Lampuga Air stands behind its<br />
great product advantages compared to regular boards:<br />
an inflatable PVC-hull, which protects your boat from<br />
scratching and the Power Box, which contains the electric<br />
motor, cooling and the powerful lithium-ion battery.<br />
www.lampuga.de<br />
04<br />
JETSURF<br />
Having been on the market since 2010. They were one of<br />
the first companies to enter this exciting new market, and<br />
have since established themselves as one of the leading<br />
players in the industry. Heavily involved in founding a new sport -<br />
motorised surfboarding - which has now been officially recognised by<br />
the UIM federation. Their innovative designs and advanced technology<br />
have helped to push the limits of motorised surfboarding, making it<br />
a popular choice for water sports enthusiasts and adventure seekers<br />
around the world. Over the years, JETSURF has manufactured and sold<br />
more than 8000 motorised surfboards, each one built with lightweight<br />
carbon fibre and powered by a two-stroke combustion or electric<br />
engine. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced rider, JETSURF<br />
offers a model to suit your needs and skill level.<br />
www.jetsurf.com<br />
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The Radinn jetboards are made for<br />
everyone and for every wave. Suitable for<br />
first-timers, as well as pro-riders, and built<br />
for big swells and smooth waters. Ride on<br />
the open ocean, or on your nearby creek<br />
and experience the instant happiness we<br />
all long for.<br />
Our jetboards are made to provide an<br />
unforgettable riding experience, from the<br />
very first time you hit the water.<br />
We are all stocked up for the season to<br />
deliver on the rapidly growing demand in<br />
the 87 countries we currently ship to.<br />
Head to radinn.com to learn about how we<br />
can tailor a jetboard adventure just for you.<br />
@RADINNOFFICIAL
PWR-FOIL<br />
The efoil all-round Paulownia range is suitable for all<br />
06 levels, from beginner to expert. This range is designed for<br />
thrill seekers, but also for nature lovers. The PWR-Foil<br />
is easy to manoeuvre and offers an unforgettable experience to share<br />
with friends and family. Available in 4 sizes: 4’4; 5’1; 5’7; 5’9” The PWR-<br />
Foil sport range in Carbon Biax is perfect for surfing, and was invented<br />
for riders who want speed and tight turns. The PWR-Foil sport range<br />
offers an unrivalled riding experience that you won’t find anywhere<br />
else. These eFoils are designed for maximum manoeuvrability and<br />
quick response. For the agile rider, our new shorter kites (1270cm 2 and<br />
1370cm 2 ) allow you to turn with great precision and change direction<br />
quickly. Available in 4 sizes: 4’1; 4’8; 5’2; 5’8.<br />
www.pwrfoil.com<br />
FLITEBOARD<br />
Fliteboard, the Australian based global electric hydrofoil<br />
05<br />
innovator, is pleased to announce the release of the most<br />
comprehensive and advanced range of eFoils on the market, the<br />
Series 3. Loved by superyacht owners around the world, Fliteboard’s latest<br />
release represents the purest expression of the ultimate ride, featuring a<br />
collection of innovative new products including the ULTRA L - the world’s<br />
lightest performance eFoil, a line of new board shapes, colours and finishes<br />
including a lower cost board range, Flite Jet, Dual Drive, Flitecell Nano,<br />
and new mast and wing options. With design, innovation, performance<br />
and community at the core of the Flite brand, Series 3 promises riders<br />
more freedom and more life. With a 2 year warranty, 24/7 support and an<br />
unmatched safety record with Flitecell batteries, Fliteboard owners can be<br />
confident they possess the best water toy ever.<br />
www.fliteboard.com<br />
©Empuria Sports<br />
AEROFOILS<br />
The Audi e-tron foil surfboard by<br />
07<br />
Aerofoils is a cutting-edge product<br />
that offers a unique and exhilarating<br />
surfing experience. It is the first jet engine-powered<br />
hydrofoil surfboard on the market, featuring advanced<br />
technology in hydrodynamics and propulsion. The<br />
hydrofoil system allows riders to glide effortlessly<br />
over the water, achieving impressive speeds and<br />
performing thrilling manoeuvres. The jet engine<br />
provides<br />
powerful and efficient propulsion<br />
while maintaining a sleek and<br />
minimalist design. Made from<br />
high-quality materials, such as<br />
carbon fibre and aluminium, the<br />
e-tron foil surfboard is durable yet<br />
lightweight. It also features a fully<br />
shielded propeller, ensuring the<br />
utmost safety for riders.<br />
www.aerofoils.de<br />
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GE01 BUGGY<br />
A fun e-dune buggy for some sustainable<br />
adventure in the dunes.<br />
www.electrek.co<br />
DRR EV STEALTH<br />
An effective 4kW electric motor<br />
made to support 72 volts of<br />
power. This electric four wheeler<br />
boasts a smooth chassis that<br />
provides the ultimate nature<br />
experience.<br />
www.drrusa.com<br />
WHEELY<br />
FUN<br />
Grab yourself some action ashore<br />
with these electric ATVs<br />
ECO RIDER<br />
The Explorer GT takes<br />
quad power to a new<br />
level, with 4-wheel<br />
direct drive and a<br />
2000w brushless<br />
motor generating huge<br />
power and torque.<br />
www.eco-rider.co.uk<br />
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OVERLAND<br />
With practical capability at the forefront of its design, the Gen2<br />
offers a completely new driving experience.<br />
www.overland-e.com<br />
ECO CHARGER<br />
The Lithium Prestige is the ultimate 4WD<br />
workhorse. Rigorous testing, controlled<br />
production and high-quality components,<br />
make it a machine you can totally rely on<br />
when exploring onshore.<br />
www.ecochargerquads.com<br />
POLARIS<br />
With a range up to 80 miles,<br />
convenient charging from a<br />
120V outlet, and less scheduled<br />
maintenance than a similar gaspowered<br />
vehicle, RANGER XP<br />
Kinetic gives you the power to<br />
do more.<br />
www.polaris.com<br />
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DEEP DEPTHS<br />
Unleash your inner explorer with SEAmagine: Exciting Citizen<br />
Science in exceptional 2 to 7 person submersibles with a record<br />
of over 12,000 successful dives completed by the fleet<br />
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ADVERTORIAL<br />
The crew aboard the<br />
sub observed a large<br />
4.5 metre long prickly shark<br />
at a depth of 500 metres. It<br />
was the first ever recorded<br />
sighting of the rare species in<br />
French Polynesia.<br />
Exploration of hydrospace, the term used to describe<br />
regions under the surface of our oceans, is as<br />
important, fascinating and rewarding as learning<br />
about, and one day traveling to, other planets in<br />
outer space. While there are many technologies<br />
that allow us to investigate the depths of our oceans, none<br />
are more precious and valuable than direct human access via<br />
manned submersibles. SEAmagine Hydrospace Corporation, the<br />
original submersible manufacturing company that introduced<br />
modern manned subs to the marine sector in the mid-90s,<br />
embodies the pursuit of human exploration, understanding<br />
and stewardship of the space below our oceans.<br />
It is important to understand that humanity has for many<br />
decades spent considerably more attention and budgets on<br />
discovering outer space than on our planet’s hydrospace, yet<br />
it is bewildering how little we actually know of what exists in<br />
our oceans. Generally speaking, university researchers and<br />
scientists have a solid understanding of the top 100 metre<br />
layer of the seas, but anything deeper than that and our<br />
knowledge is as dim as the deep seas themselves, and mostly<br />
based on sporadic data points.<br />
In the entire world, less than 200 non-military manned<br />
submersibles are in operation. This includes all governmental<br />
subs, scientific subs, tourism subs and subs in the yachting<br />
sector. Of these, only approximately 65 manned subs worldwide<br />
can reach depths greater than 450 metres. Knowing this, it<br />
cannot be overstated how unique, precious and fantastic it<br />
must be for a private yacht to have a modern submersible, like<br />
those built by SEAmagine on board. A yacht with a submersible<br />
is an incredible combination that gives owners the ability to<br />
reach never seen underwater sceneries, to discover shipwrecks<br />
and to observe rare sea life in its natural deep habitat, while<br />
sitting with friends and family in complete safety and comfort<br />
inside a crystal clear, transparent bubble. The exceptional and<br />
exciting underwater capability that subs provide, combined with<br />
the means of the owners to take their yachts to incredible<br />
dive sites anywhere around the world, is so unique that it is<br />
even beyond the capabilities of many of the most prestigious<br />
marine research institutes in the world.<br />
To share one recent example of citizen science, the crew<br />
aboard the SHADOWCAT support yacht M.Y. HODOR, (which<br />
carries a SEAmagine three-person Aurora submersible depthrated<br />
to 1,000 metres), made a scientific discovery during<br />
a routine training dive in French Polynesia. During one of the<br />
dives off the coast of Moorea Island, the crew aboard the<br />
SEAmagine sub observed a large 4.5 metre long prickly shark<br />
at a depth of 500 metres. Their discovery was the first ever<br />
recorded sighting of the rare species in French Polynesia.<br />
As a result, record of this scientific find is now published in<br />
Cybium, The International Journal of Ichthyology. This discovery<br />
represents a perfect example of the multi-dimensional value<br />
that a submersible brings to a private yacht. A submersible not<br />
only provides a yacht owner the opportunity for incredible new<br />
experiences, but it also empowers the yacht’s participation<br />
in the citizen science of our precious oceans.<br />
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Our oceans are of<br />
great significance, and<br />
the underwater world they<br />
encompass is a fascinating<br />
realm that demands our<br />
attention.<br />
SEAmagine produces 2 to 7 person submersibles with depth<br />
ratings ranging from 100 to 2,300 metres. The company’s designs<br />
focus on providing the best all round view to the occupants in a<br />
truly comfortable space and with premium seating arrangements<br />
for all aboard, including the pilot. For the same size and weight<br />
categories as other subs on the market, the interiors of SEAmagine<br />
Aurora subs provide far greater room for occupants, with larger<br />
ergonomic leather seats and more comfortable space between<br />
passengers. In addition, SEAmagine subs do not utilise a typical<br />
overhead entry hatch, which can significantly obstruct the overall<br />
field of view. Similarly, SEAmagine’s Aurora models do not require<br />
large frontal pontoons that obstruct passengers’ peripheral views.<br />
Especially designed for safer and more comfortable boarding,<br />
SEAmagine Aurora submersibles’ patented entry arrangement is<br />
also superior to other submarine concepts. This is because the<br />
top deck, constructed of synthetic teak, offers a superbly stable<br />
boarding platform equipped with two retractable handrails on<br />
each side. A staircase leads passengers through an extra large<br />
entry hatch into the cabin’s interior that leads them directly to<br />
their seats within the sub’s glass dome. This unique design vastly<br />
improves the boarding process for passengers and enables them to<br />
embark and disembark in a smooth, safe and comfortable manner.<br />
To ensure the best experience from a dive, any submersible should<br />
be capable of approaching a reef or an undersea wall very closely<br />
and remain in a steady position. For this reason, all SEAmagine<br />
submersibles come equipped with powerful, efficient and quiet<br />
direct-drive propulsion thrusters. The subs’ propulsion systems<br />
provide the pilots with superior maneuvering agility and the power<br />
to safely drive close to a reef or structure and hold an up-close<br />
position safely, even when there are currents to mitigate.<br />
Of particular interest to the yachting sector, SEAmagine’s Aurora<br />
3C submersible offers a compact and lightweight, 3 person model<br />
depth rated to 460 metres. Well-suited for integration aboard<br />
a yacht, the sub’s remarkable amount of interior space, roomy<br />
entry area while having a compact exterior are standout features<br />
unique to the Aurora-3C.<br />
These features distinguish<br />
it from any other compact<br />
submarine in the same<br />
weight category of under<br />
4000 kg. This model can be<br />
fitted in the yacht’s tender<br />
garage be launched with<br />
a single or multiple-point<br />
hoisting arrangement.<br />
The reliability track record<br />
of SEAmagine submersibles<br />
is beyond comparison. The<br />
company’s fleet of subs<br />
have accumulated well over<br />
12,000 dives with a perfect safety record, and this represents<br />
a track record of around four times more dives than all other<br />
submersibles currently operating in yachting combined. Some of<br />
SEAmagine clients have performed over 3,000 dives with their<br />
sub over the years without ever once incurring any lost time<br />
due to technical problems with their sub. This is a phenomenal<br />
testament to the company’s superior designs, solid engineering<br />
and the unparalleled expertise that it earned over the nearly three<br />
decades pioneering the manned submersible sector.<br />
Our oceans are of great significance, and the underwater world<br />
they encompass is a fascinating realm that demands our attention.<br />
SEAmagine offers the yachting community the opportunity to<br />
explore this world responsibly and in style and comfort. These<br />
advanced subs not only offer new experiences and discoveries<br />
for yacht owners, but also enable them to contribute to citizen<br />
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planet’s hydrospace which is something, that clearly, the world<br />
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For more details Tel: +1 909 626 6262<br />
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HIDDEN<br />
GEMS<br />
Dive into the magical Mediterranean with PADI.<br />
With 90,000km of coastline, rich marine life and<br />
diverse corals, the Mediterranean Sea is a world<br />
class destination for divers<br />
T he region is a diver’s paradise and<br />
beneath the warm turquoise waters<br />
a wealth of hidden treasures are waiting<br />
to be found, from ancient shipwrecks<br />
to subtropical wildlife, colourful reef<br />
scape, excellent marine parks and<br />
diverse ecosystems. There really is<br />
something here for everyone with year<br />
round diving opportunities and a vast<br />
choice of destinations that divers of all<br />
skill levels can enjoy. If you haven’t yet<br />
discovered the underwater world but<br />
you’re thinking about becoming a diver,<br />
as summer approaches it’s the perfect<br />
time to dive in and learn to scuba.<br />
But how do you get started? PADI is the<br />
world’s largest and most popular diver<br />
organisation and with them, you can<br />
discover everything you need to know<br />
about scuba diving lessons and PADI<br />
certification. The first step is to book<br />
your PADI Open Water Diver Course with<br />
a verified PADI Dive Centre. In doing so,<br />
you can be assured you’re receiving top<br />
training from qualified dive professionals.<br />
They will guide you as you begin this<br />
exciting journey underwater. In this<br />
edition, PADI gives us some insight into<br />
some of the lesser-known diving jewels<br />
in the Mediterranean.<br />
The variety of<br />
underwater<br />
fauna and flora is<br />
incredible, you can<br />
see most species of<br />
Mediterranean marine<br />
life here, in sizes and<br />
colours that need to be<br />
seen to be believed.<br />
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MEDAS, SPAIN<br />
T he Medas Islands are an archipelago made up of<br />
around seven small islands and some islets off the<br />
northeast coast of Spain. A national marine park that<br />
has been protected since 1990 with an abundance<br />
of incredible underwater life making this a diver’s<br />
paradise. The variety of underwater fauna and flora<br />
is incredible and in a small area, you can see most<br />
species of Mediterranean marine life, in sizes and<br />
colours that need to be seen to be believed including;<br />
groupers, barracudas, moray eels, dentex, eagle rays,<br />
red hard coral, soft coral, nudibranches. The longest<br />
island in the group is Meda Grande. At a shallow<br />
depth you will find an abundance of life, colours, and<br />
great landscapes including caves, tunnels, underwater<br />
forests, and more. Past 20 metres you are already in<br />
absolute darkness where there are up to 600 different<br />
species providing a multitude of colours to the<br />
underwater environment.<br />
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CORFU, GREECE<br />
T he Ionian Sea is an elongated bay of the Mediterranean<br />
Sea and Corfu is the biggest of the Ionian islands.<br />
Some of the best sites can be found on Corfu with thriving<br />
marine life of barracuda, moray eels, shrimp, reef fish and<br />
critters. Visibility is always pretty good. Corfu has a great<br />
wreck, The HMS Regulus, which sunk in 1945 as well as<br />
caves to explore. Some caves are more for advanced divers<br />
and cave specialists, while others are also ideal for nondivers<br />
that can explore them from the surface. The Hole<br />
of Ha is one of the more famous dive sites and caverns<br />
in Corfu that goes inside a mountain. However, it does<br />
not have a cover, so the reflection and the rays of the sun<br />
create a beautiful light effect that make diving there very<br />
special. The dive site, House Reef, is protected from strong<br />
currents and therefore a good place for all levels as there is<br />
plenty to see in the first 18m.<br />
KORKULA, CROATIA<br />
D iving off Korčula is like exploring a never-ending world of<br />
underwater wonders. The sixth largest island in Croatia,<br />
the island is know for its dense forests and medieval squares<br />
and palaces, but the real jewels of this region lies in the coastal<br />
waters. The pristine visibility of the water and plethora of marine<br />
life makes for a dive experience like no other. You will be in awe<br />
at the mesmerising beauty of the caves, walls and shipwrecks<br />
that await you. You’ll encounter beautiful tropical fish, sponges,<br />
anemones, and sea fans. And if you’re really lucky, there’s a<br />
chance to see seahorses on the seagrass beds. It is truly a<br />
spectacular place for diving and for underwater exploration.<br />
Whether you’re a novice or an expert, a diver or a snorkeler,<br />
you’ll be sure to have a great time off Korčula’s stunningly<br />
beautiful coast!<br />
To find your nearest PADI dive centre and instructor and to<br />
find out more about their ocean conservation initiatives<br />
visit www.padi.com<br />
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MOVIE HEROES<br />
Tender Moments<br />
Monroe and Curtis starred in the 1959 romantic<br />
comedy Some Like It Hot alongside Jack Lemmon. The<br />
movie follows two men who pretend to be women to<br />
join a travelling band for money. Curtis’ character falls for a<br />
fellow band member played by Monroe, and has to switch back<br />
and forth between his disguise as a female saxophone player<br />
and a separate disguise as a wealthy male oil heir.<br />
During a scene in which Curtis’ and Monroe’s characters try to<br />
seduce each other on a yacht, they had to kiss. “It was awful,”<br />
Curtis reported. “She nearly choked me to death by deliberately<br />
sticking her tongue down my throat into my windpipe.”<br />
Curtis infamously said that kissing Monroe was like ‘kissing<br />
Hitler’ but he later took back the comment and said he was<br />
joking. “Someone said to me, ‘Hey, what’s it like kissing<br />
Marilyn?’ I said, ‘It’s like kissing Hitler. What are you doing<br />
asking me such a stupid question?’” he told The Guardian in<br />
2008. “That’s where it came from.” He also confirmed to the<br />
Daily Mail, “I said it as a joke. I mean, it was such a … stupid<br />
question, so I gave a stupid answer.”<br />
The boat featured in the movie was a 121’ 30s vintage Nevins<br />
that was named Tara and renamed LOVELY LADY in 1958 and<br />
was used in many films and TV shows, the last being ‘Tequila<br />
Sunrise’ with Mel Gibson in 1958.<br />
For nautical fans everywhere the film had the classic following<br />
dialogue:<br />
Sugar (Marilyn Monroe): Which is the port and which is the<br />
starboard?<br />
Junior (Tony Curtis): Well that depends on whether you’re coming<br />
or going. I mean, normally, the aft is on the other side of the<br />
stern. And that’s the bridge, so you can get from one side of<br />
the boat to the other.<br />
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