Helena Lucas demonstrating the RS Venture Connect single seat configuration. Credit: RS Sailing/ YouTube

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RS Sailing will supply eight new RS Venture Connect class boats for use in the 2018 Para World Championships in September.

The boat’s plug and play para options mean it can be quickly configured to suit sailors with a wide range of disabilities, making round-robin racing in supplied boats possible. Configuration for the competition is currently the two-seat set up, but there are discussions to have the option for one seat with the crew being able to move around the boat and hike as required.

“I’ve had some really positive feedback from sailors, excited by the opportunity to be more physical in the front of the boat, whilst still catering for the more disabled athletes who can take up the seated helming position,” explained Helena Lucas, bronze and gold paralympic medallist, who is helping to establish and steer the RS Venture.

Easier travel

The boat supply means sailors can compete at the competition by just travelling themselves – massively reducing their own and federation’s competition costs and largely removing the logistical difficulties and footprint associated with shipping boats.

The plan is to trial a stadium style format close to the shore, with heats leading to a final – launching a dramatic new era for para racing.

World Sailing selected the RS Venture Connect for the competition in Sheboygan, US and chose to include it in the Para Development Program.

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15-MONTH SUSPENDED PRISON SENTENCE FOR STORMFORCE COACHING BOSS

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14 May 2018

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Douglas Innes has been given a 15-month suspended prison sentence in the Cheeki Rafiki case

Douglass Innes has been given a 15-month prison sentence suspended for two years for failing to safely operate the Cheeki Rafiki.

Mr Innes’ company, Stormforce Coaching Ltd, has been fined £50,000 for failing to operate the yacht in a safe manner contrary to section 100 of the Merchant Shipping Act.

The four crew – skipper Andrew Bridge, 22, James Male, 22, Steve Warren, 52 and Paul Goslin, 56, died after the 40ft yacht lost its keel and capsized in the Atlantic in May 2014 as the men were delivering the yacht from Antigua to the UK.

Their bodies have never been found.

The judge at Winchester Crown Court – Mr Justice Nigel Teare – said ‘cost-cutting’ had been a factor and called on the MCA to tighten the rules regarding the inspection of yachts.

“This was a small yacht about to cross the Atlantic alone, having not been independently examined for over three years. Those circumstances give rise to a risk of death,” he said.

Run aground

The court had previously heard the Cheeki Rafiki had run aground three times in as many years prior to its fatal final journey, causing damage to the keel.

Instead of reporting this and ensuring regular inspections were properly completed, Innes neglected the boat and ‘cut corners to save costs’.

The court was also told that an email sent to Mr Innes from the boat stating the boat was taking on water was not acted on straight away. Instead Mr Innes carried on drinking at a pub and only later called the Coastguard.

Karim Khalil QC, defending, read a letter written by Mr Innes saying: “To the families, I am truly sorry for the tragedy that occurred on 16 May 2014 resulting in the loss of your dear ones. Nothing I can say will bring back your loved ones but I think of them every day.”

He was acquitted at a retrial of the manslaughter of the four men.

via Boating Business | 15-month suspended prison sentence for Stormforce Coaching boss.

Southern Wind 35m Satisfaction

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Choices can be frustrating. Or, they can be fabulous, as is the case with Southern Wind Shipyard’s most recent sailing yacht, Satisfaction. It would seem that the owner the yacht was commissioned for and the Southern Wind team made all the right ones.

Directing and selecting the design elements of this first build in the exciting SW105 miniseries of superyachts, the owner’s brief was clear. Southern Wind Shipyard, in sync with Nauta Design and Farr Yacht Design, delivered. The result is the eponymous Southern Wind 105 sailing yacht, Satisfaction.

A standout high performance cruiser, Satisfaction initiated the evolution of a new generation of sailing yachts at Southern Wind, choosing to be both racer and cruiser, performing both roles with equal abilities. Satisfaction’s first time superyacht owner requested the yacht look and feel like home, embracing all the ergonomic bells and whistles that signal comfort and safety.

Additionally, the owner specified that the yacht be capable of impressive racing performance, calling on new technologies dovetailing aesthetic attention to detail. And, he wanted the deck to be all on one level.

Sleek and chic, sailing yacht Satisfaction was launched in October of 2017 and delivered in January of 2018, giving the owner, as Southern Wind CEO Willy Persico likes to put it, an “authentic traveling companion” that lived like a home, sailed like a falcon, and displayed technology in all the right places.

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At 34.59 meters including the bowsprit, Satisfaction’s long, lean hull and 29.44-meter waterline take the eye on a pleasant, uninterrupted journey from stem to stern. The raised saloon profile maintains a remarkably streamlined profile on this high performance, low displacement yacht. The 7.31-meter beam emphasizes her exceptional space and volume, tapering slightly to the open transom aft with enough room in the garage to tuck in a tender and jet ski.

In a bow oriented master suite, two double cabins, and one bunk bed cabin, Satisfaction comfortably sleeps eight guests. Crew areas placed aft include a galley, nav station, and three cabins, one of which is an en suite Captain’s cabin.

Strategic placement offers privacy for guests, as well as crew, with access through wide halls and double companionway that impart a luxurious, home-like feeling.

Sloop-rigged with strong, durable, Future Fibres EC6 cables, Satisfaction also boasts a Southern Spars high modulus carbon fiber mast and Southern Spars Park Avenue carbon fiber boom.

The 2.32-meter fixed bowsprit features an integrated anchor arm to accommodate a gennaker tack line and Code Zero furling, ensuring practical anchoring and smooth maneuvering in a wide variety of situations. A diesel Cummins QSB67MCD (305 hp @2,600 rpm) powers the yacht when motoring is required.

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Wally Sailing Yachts: In a Class All Their Own

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It is a beautiful day in Saint Tropez. The weather is gorgeous, the wind is blowing, and the crowd is jovial. The 2017 Les Voiles de Saint Tropez is chomping at the proverbial bit to hear the fife and drum welcome announcing the start of the 19th edition of this respected competition.

Hundreds of sailing yachts gather for this iconic, end of season regatta, fitting nicely into the Venn diagram of boat class description. The classic sailing yachts, built anywhere from around 1899 to the 1960s, celebrate handcrafted wood, polished brass, and traditional white sails. The modern yachts; stronger, faster, and more technical, sport carbon fiber throughout with sophisticated electronics and hulls built for speed. That means 14 boats in the harbor defy description under these terms, commanding their own classification. That would be the Wally Class.

Vive la différence

The distinctions made between a Wally sailing yacht and any other marque are many. The privilege of sailing a Wally is an experience shared by a select group with a deep passion for sailing, combined with an appreciation for performance. This group also demands style, in a big way. Most high performance yacht designers would consider such amenities unnecessary embellishment that hinders speed. On a Wally, however, it is just another opportunity to improve.

Consider the Formula One race car. One would never think to ask if these superfast, highly technical vehicles are also comfortable. Similarly, if one were purchasing gear for a technical climb of Mt. Everest, concerns about stylish appearance might give way to warmth and durability. How is it then, that Wally sailing yachts have achieved the trifecta of performance, comfort, and style with what, at first glance, seems effortless ease?

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Baltic Yachts 54m Pink Gin

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Pink Gin, the new 175-foot superyacht recently launched, seems to have evolved like a rose petal; from the inside out, and it sets a new standard in interior design and styling. Rather than the naval architects designing a sleek hull and superstructure, Pink Gin evolved from the owner’s vision of how they imagined the interior of the yacht would look, and then a hull and deck was wrapped around it. The result is simply beautiful and very unique, and this seemingly backward way of designing a yacht is epitomized by one very unique and extraordinary feature; a private deck off the owner’s stateroom. When the yacht is underway the deck is closed as its engineering is integral to the overall integrity of the hull, but at anchor, and with the touch of a button, a panel in the topsides is hydraulically opened to create the ultimate picture window and a personal bathing platform, literally adding a new dimension to the owner’s suite.

Pink Gin was built by Baltic Yachts and launched in July 2017. The design team consisted of lead designer Rolf E. Vrolijk of the design firm Judel/Vrolijk & Co with the interior design and styling done by Mark Tucker the Managing Director of Design Unlimited. The result is the largest carbon fibre custom-built sloop in the world and it’s a head turner from all aspects including the towering 67.9m/223ft tall carbon fibre mast, to the striking hull design which includes a very modern plumb bow with bowsprit, a traditional pinched up transom, and an enormous 71-ton, 7-meter keel, which can be hydraulically raised when motoring and lifted even more when at anchor. In all it’s an engineering feat that required precision engineering and weight monitoring to take carbon composite superyacht building to a new level of accuracy.

The interior evolved as the design team drew on inspiration from fashion, art, and music and this is reflected in the intense attention to detail such as the ‘button’ handles on the bathroom lockers which were inspired by men’s fashion and the work of emerging artists such as Marcin Rusak. The owners had for many years enjoyed listening to the resident pianist while enjoying sun-downers in Porto Cervo and that resulted in a grand piano being installed in the main saloon. Throughout the yacht surface finishes and textures play an important role with carefully selected materials being used in unusual ways to create a tactile look. There is an eclectic mixture of stained oak joinery, metallic finishes and sumptuous velvets and leathers which collectively create a warm, inclusive ambiance. In addition to the owner’s suite with its separate study, dressing areas and private balcony, the accommodation boast a further five luxuriously appointed en-suite guest cabins as well as four crew cabins.

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The fallout and frustration from the demise of Oyster Marine Ltd seems set to continue for a while yet. This time its British Marine that’s under the firing line from some of its members who are still waiting for payment for goods that were supplied.

I’ve heard there are around 18 supply chain companies that are owed money by Oyster Marine (and look as if they won’t receive it).

And it’s because of this that many members are anti the new company – Oyster Yachts Ltd – joining BM and being allowed to exhibit at TheYachtMarket.com Southampton Boat Show.

Some have gone so far as to suggest that BM is more interested in selling show space and gaining members than looking after those it already has.

It does seem unfair that a company can become insolvent, be bought out and continue to trade and continue build the same orders as the previous company but not have to pay its suppliers.

And while BM says it is in talks with companies to put together a working group to tighten up on contracts and processes, some members say this is not enough action and the new Oyster Yachts shouldn’t be allowed to join the association or exhibit at the show.

It’s all very well BM saying under its rules it can’t delay any application and it’s in talks with the top boatbuilders to mitigate the situation should it occur again but perhaps it’s time the rules are revised and updated to ensure companies can’t join the association unless they have traded for a period of time?

Becoming a BM member and using its logo is supposed to show quality and trustworthiness, however how can a new company show they have passed the quality tests?

Does this mean every company that applies for membership will be accepted?

As one company affected by the non-payment for goods supplied pointed out, if Oyster Yachts had correct intent it would engage with those it let down and would come to an agreement.

Only once this has happened should membership be discussed.

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‘Vijonara’ is the second hull in Hoek Design’s ‘Truly Classic 128’ series. Credit: Pendennis/ Andrew Wright

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3D scanning technology has been used by Pendents Shipyard to ensure millimetre precision in an Andre Hoek-designed 39m long sloop.

Vijonara is the second hull in Hoek Design’s Truly Classic 128 series and is the result of an 18-month build programme at Pendennis’ site in Falmouth.

“Based on a proven hull specification, the owners had a distinct vision for her customisation to suit their lifestyle and she has been optimised extensively for performance,” explained Andre Hoek. “A new addition to the 128ft design is a bow sprit that houses the downwind sails such as A-symmetric spinnaker or a Code sail, as well as paying homage to true vintage sailing yachts.”

Strategic positioning

The helm station is positioned in front of the aft deckhouse. The central steering wheel with two adjacent side consoles are flanked by winches and hydraulics for performance sailing by a small crew.

The yacht features an open-plan owner’s suite with two bathrooms, a private seating area, study and an oculus with its own underwater lighting.

Forward of the owner’s cabin on portside is a large salon with a TV and library, whilst a gym is positioned on the starboard side.

Luxurious styling includes Sapele mahogany flat panelling and traditional detailing, plus Italian walnut-laid floors with a 6mm maple margin seam alongside Hermès-created interior fittings. The interior and exterior joinery was installed by Ruiter Quality Interiors and Pendennis.

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Hanse extends elegant 8 series

BY ADMIN • APRIL 27, 2018 • BREAKING NEWS, HOMEMOSAIC, YACHTS • COMMENTS (0) • 53

This German boat builder has updated the core of its range, with revised or all-new designs denoted by a figure 8 at the end of the model number. In an era in which many companies have transitioned to twin rudder boats with chined hulls it’s notable that Hanse has opted to stay with single rudders and no chines.

Many of the key improvements compared to earlier models are below decks, where Hanse is continuing to differentiate its products from the slightly lower priced mass-market competition. The furniture has rounded corners, which are more expensive to manufacture, but create a safer and more stylish environment. There is now real glass in the windows and, other than on the smallest models, the saloon is intended to look more like an inviting lounge area, rather than being optimised solely for eating. On deck there is proportionately larger sail area than on older Hanse models and the larger designs have a second forestay for a heavy weather headsail.

The smallest boat in the series is the Hanse 348. This has twin wheels set well aft in the cockpit, with a helm seat for each one and a big fold-down bathing platform like the larger models in the range. The two-cabin version of this boat benefits from a huge heads compartment with a separate shower area.

The 388 offers more space behind the wheels than in the cockpit of the 348, and it’s possible to reach the clutches easily from the helm, although the primary winches are still a stretch. The forward part of the cockpit is also more spacious than that of the smaller boat, with longer seats and better separation from the sailing area.

Below decks the layouts are ostensibly similar, but the galley has much more in the way of fixed worktop space and the whole interior less of an “excuse me” factor when more than one person is moving around. Both aft cabins have an impressive amount of natural light, but ventilation with the doors closed is limited to a smallish opening port in the cockpit well. There’s also a larger navigation station than the 348 and a much bigger forward owners cabin.

The 418, which was also launched earlier this year, has broadly similar layouts, but this boat’s extra size gives a surprising additional amount of volume in every area. These four models join the German boat builder’s existing larger 548 and 588 designs that were launched in 2016 and 2017.

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X boats recent launch of X4⁹

BY ADMIN • MARCH 26, 2018 • BREAKING NEWS, HOMEMOSAIC, YACHTS • COMMENTS OFF • 152

Only a couple of years since this Danish boat builder launched the first models, a 43 and 65- footer, in this range of fast cruisers that sits between the company’s Xp line of performance racer/cruisers and the Xc range of serious long-distance cruising yachts. The new format is designed to appeal to experienced and knowledgeable owners who demand comfort and luxury, but also want a yacht with impeccable sailing characteristics and the deck gear and sail handling equipment to match.

“When designing the new X4⁹ I wanted to combine the sleek, low profile lines of the new X range with luxurious high spec interiors to create a modern performance cruiser that will sail beautifully as well as be a joy to live aboard,” says lead designer Niels Jeppesen. The general formula has already proved to be very successful formula, especially in the 40-50ft sector. The new X4⁹ was launched at the Dusseldorf boat show in January 2018 and a 46ft model will also be on the water later this year.

The X4⁹ has minor on-deck styling changes compared to the earlier models, particularly around the companionway and the spray hood stowage. These give a flat superyacht style teak decked coach roof that’s notable for the absence of clutter. There’s also an optional electric mainsheet traveller recessed into the cockpit floor. Two keel options are offered – as standard it’s a 2.4m draught L-shape bulb keel, with a deep 2.71m torpedo bulb option.

The boat has significantly more interior space than the smaller model, which makes for supremely spacious sleeping cabins. Layouts are fairly fixed, but include three double cabins, with one of the aft ones optionally configurable as either a double or twin. There’s also a large owner’s suite forward.

The saloon, galley and navigation station are also well proportioned, with plenty of natural light and ventilation. These areas feel spacious, but the designers have been careful to avoid an excess of wide-open spaces that are difficult to negotiate safely when at sea in challenging weather.

Length overall 15.08m

Hull length 14.50M

Waterline length 13.58m

Beam 4.49m

Draught (standard keel) 2.40 m

Draught (deep keel) 2.71 m

Engine diesel 58hp

Fuel tanks 300 litres

Water tanks 325 litres

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Record breaking Caribbean 600 win

BY ADMIN • MARCH 26, 2018 • BREAKING NEWS, HOMEMOSAIC, RACING • COMMENTS OFF • 162

Credit: © Tim Wright 2018/RORC

This season has proven to be one of the windiest Caribbean winters for many years. The 10th edition of this now classic 600-mile race around a string of iconic islands therefore proved to be the toughest yet. Competitors had to contend with mean wind speeds of 25-30 knots with frequent squalls, some of which brought gusts of well of 40 knots, along with four to five metre seas.

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The record fleet of 84 yachts set off from Antigua on February 19, but casualties started to mount within the first 12 hours. High profile retirements included Ludde Ingvall’s 100ft supermaxi CQS, which suffered a technical breakdown. More seriously, Greg Slyngstad’s Bieker 53 catamaran, Fujin, capsized off Saba Rock. Fortunately, all eight crew were able to clamber onto the up-turned hull and two nearby competitors, Stephen Cucchiaro’s Gunboat 60 Flow and Jens Kellinhusen’s Ker 56 Varuna, stood by until rescue agencies were able to recover the crew safely.

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Less than half the fleet was able to complete the race, although two of the smallest boats were successful – Shaun Carroll’s diminutive semi-foiling modified Sea Cart 30 trimaran Morticia, and Conor Fogerty’s Sun Fast 3600 Bam. The latter is no stranger to heavy weather, having won the stormy 2017 OSTAR single-handed trans-Atlantic race on corrected time. He returned to Antigua at the end of the Caribbean 600 victorious in IRC Class 3 and in second place in CSA Class 2.

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George David’s giant Rambler 88 screeched round the course in just 37 hours 41 minutes and 45 seconds, at an average speed of almost 16 knots. It was a stunning performance that earned him a hat trick of trophies – monohull line honours, first in IRC Class 0, and the best corrected time under the IRC rating rule. He also broke the race record, which he set himself six years earlier in his previous boat, Rambler 100.

“We sailed a good race and didn’t leave much out there,” David said. “Nobody got hurt and we didn’t break anything. I think it might come down to evolution in design. Six years ago, the conditions were similar, yet we are two and a half hours ahead of a 100ft boat. We made some modifications over the winter to Rambler 88. We draw 7 metres now and… it’s lighter and livelier and gets up and goes quicker; boats just go faster.”

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