Newsletter August 2007 Revised

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August 2007

Issue 2

VvS1 LAUNCHES Inside this issue:

VvS1 1

45 Meter Project “Big Fish” 2

70 Meter Project “6133” 2

70 Foot Project “Long Island

Commuter” 3

Destiny 42 3

Horizon 110 3

Premier 130 4

Vision 74 5

Yardimci 45 meter 5

Kanter 54 5

Calixas 105 6

Vision 68 6

Fathom 40 6

Design Capabilities 7

Tank Testing 7

Meet the Team 8

At 6 am sharp on April 19, 2007 Alloy Yachts of Auckland New Zealand launched the 34 meter yacht VvS1.

The exterior of the vessel is very unique dark / grey metallic with a silver superstructure and lipstick red bot-

tom paint. The name “VvS1” comes from the diamond industry and refers to the lowest number of flaws in a

diamond. The superstructure is highly facetted and keeps the design alive and changing as the sun moves

around. The interior of the vessel was co-designed between GCMNA and the owners and strikes a fine balance

between minimalism and comfort. The high tech exterior belies a true global voyaging expedition yacht core.

The vessel is full MCA LY2 compliant and Lloyd’s certified. After a few weeks of commissioning VvS1 set sail

for Tahiti averaging 9.5 knots at an easy 1300 rpm and only 72 litres of fuel / hour including genset. Alloys has

done a superb job of building one of our favorite designs to date.

Photographed by Martin Fine

Photographed by Martin Fine


New Projects

70 Meter Project “6133”.

GCMNA is deeply entrenched in a 45 meter project “Big Fish” …. What can we say? This is a very exciting project. This ultra modern and

minimalist project is being designed for a highly appealing owner who finds every boat in the Mediterranean simply boring. To relieve the boredom

this vessel incorporates more than 60 feet of hydraulically actuated beach platforms in the hull, floor to ceiling curved glass, with drop down re-

cessed deck spaces to not obstruct the view. Amidships there is a spectacular atrium that is 8.0 meters (28’) tall with a fu ll height art wall and

topped with a 6 square meter skylight. Stored forward is an 8 meter (28’) custom designed catamaran tender that matches the design of the large

yacht, and an enormous retracting helipad. GCMNA is designing the entire vessel from keel to top of mast mechanical/interior/exterior and naval

architecture. We are even building a full-sized 4000 square feet model of the interior in Victoria so that the owner can walk through the vessel and

study and improve all aspects. Project management for the vessel is being done by David Darwent of Marine Construction Services. We would

love to show you designs of this cutting edge vessel but unfortunately for now, a silhouette will have to do.

Project “6133” is a massive design project we recently signed for a pair of 70 meter yachts. The project is our first design collaboration with well-

known British designer, Michael Kirschstein. Michael’s office is responsible for the overall design, interior and exterior while GCMNA is responsi-

ble for the naval architecture and engineering. Once again, project management is by David Darwent of Marine Construction Services. The vessel

will be going out for BIDS in early October 2007. Unfortunately, details of the project are classified at the owner’s request.

45 Meter Project “Big Fish”


New Projects

Horizon 110

This is a very sexy project that you will start to see a lot more on soon. We designed this boat to be reminiscent of the golden days of New York’s Long Island commuters from

the 1920s. Beneath the skin, this vessel is anything but tradi-tional. Structure is vacuum infused composite construction and propulsion is via state-of-the-art Volvo IPS drives. The hull was tank tested at the BC Research facility to 40 knots

(see tank testing photo on page 7 in this newsletter).

One of the unique features of the vessel is that it is designed to be wheelchair accessible and the main deck has only single

steps up and down. The interior is designed by GCMNA and

is done in a very classic down east style.

Layouts include an on deck master stateroom option without sacrific-ing the ability to have galley option.

The large windows is the pilot-house configuration and all versions have a unique split level fly bridge with air-conditioned cabana and

head.

The Destiny 42 is a production dis-placement catamaran under develop-ment for a group based in Washing-

ton state. This compact vessel was conceived to be a perfect family cruiser and charter vessel. Layouts are offered in several configurations

from 2 staterooms to 4 and both galley up and down. Construction is in vacuum infused composite. Pro-

duction run is expected to be about six vessels a year. For more informa-

tion, please contact Linn Jennings:

[email protected] or visit

www.jenningsyachts.com

This latest project for the Horizon Group in Kaohsiung is a 110’ x 24’ raised pilot house motor yacht. Tank testing was completed at B.C. Research facility last month and demonstrates a very clean running hull with superior performance. The exterior shell of the vessel will be fixed for produc-

tion; the interior of the vessel can be highly customized to suit each buyer’s particular needs.

Destiny 42

70 Foot Long Island Commuter


Under Construction - “Premier 130”

Hull #5 of this new production project is already under construction at Premier Shipyards in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Hull #1 is still six months away from its on time delivery…. not a bad start for this exciting program. Overall styling is by J.C.

Espinosa with mechanical design and laminate engineering by GCMNA. We are particularly proud of the fact that the hull is the largest infused composite part ever

build and is a testimony to the shipyards vacuum infusion skills.

Interior for each vessel is highly customized : Pictured below is the interior for Hull #2. GCMNA is developing the interior design and full CNC ready shop draw-ings for the entire interior millwork package. This platform allows us to show cus-tomers with a very high degree of accuracy what the interior will look like right

down to fabrics and marbles. Once the owner has approved the design we are able to computer cut precisely what was agreed. By combining design and build this way, it allows GCMNA the ability to deliver on our design work to a degree un-

matched in the industry, and more importantly do so in a cost effective way.


Under Construction

Vision 74

The Vision 74 cockpit is an evolution of the very successful Vision 68. The interior is full of pleas-ant surprises including high skylights, very easy

staircase and a master suite rivaling most 90 foot-ers. A wide variety of layout configurations for 3 to 5 staterooms. This 68 / 74 series has been selling at a very brisk pace and Vision reports the

order box filling fast.

Construction is scheduled to begin about the time this news release goes to press. On the project, we have brought large ship modular construction to yacht building

allowing this sophisticated shipyard in Tuzla, Turkey to build the vessel in three main modules in a much more efficient timeline. This massive 45 meter yacht is being built on spec and will be available for purchase and subsequent

outfitting to suit the owner’s taste. This advanced con-struction process allows a new buyer to get into a project of this size much faster and gives the owner’s interior de-

signers a much more defined envelope to work within. As the vessel line will be offered as a fully found running “shell”, the new owners can purchase it and finish it at the same shipyard or if they want to run the vessel on its own

bottom to say Seattle so that the interior can be fit out closer to home, that option is available. The vessel is ABS

certified, and MCA compliant.

The 54 foot expedition yacht is nearing completion at Kanter Yachts in St. Thomas, Ontario for a delightful customer in Virginia, USA. Designed primarily for east coast cruising we developed the ship with the intention of cruising at

displacement speeds most of the time, but when impatience sets in, the ship can throttle up to over 20 knots when required. Accommodation include a fill beam master stateroom and two guest cabins. Launch is scheduled for late July 2007. For more information contact Manfred Kanter @ 519-633-1058 or

email to [email protected].

Yardimci 45 Meter

Kanter 54


Recent Launches

Vision 68

Fathom 40

These pictures were taken just a few days of this hot new 40’ family cruiser being built by Fathom Yachts of Anacortes, Washington. In our last newsletter, we an-nounced that construction had begun and here we are just a few months later an-

nouncing the finished vessel. This dynamic team of very experienced builders ap-proached us just over a year ago to design the project. In the time since, they have built the molds, established a production plant, built Hull #1 and have #2 and #3 under construction and have confirmed seven orders …….all in a single year.

These guys definitely win the award for the most ambitious agenda actually achieved. The vessel is infused composite construction using a very clever set of production molds, Hull #1 weighs in a significantly under the designed weight and is a testament

to how good the Fathom crew is at weight control. First round of sea trials show a lively performer and when the boat is all dialed in correctly should top out in excess

of 20 knots.

The Vision 68 is quickly becoming a successful classic. Hull #5 is currently under construction at Vision’s Shipyard in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. The first vessel was launched at the end of November 2006 and was delivered to its home base of Seattle in February 2007. Vision has done a superb job of tooling and the vessel is full of pleasant surprises including large skylights, extra wide easy stairs, and huge accommodations. The interior decorating

on Hull #1 ( pictured) was developed by Sylvia Bolton Design of Seattle. GCMNA has had numerous successful collaborations with Sylvia over more than a decade. For more information on the Vision 68 contact www.horizonyacht.com.

Calixas 105 Calixas updates. After its arrival into the US in early March, the Calixas 105 made its debut at the Palm Beach Boat Show and

was clearly the star of the show. Hull #2 has started construction and is coming along well. After its debut in Palm Beach the Calixas travelled to Corpus Christi

Texas for the first Texas International Boat Show and was greeted with great fanfare upon arrival. Calixas has contracted to

build 6 105’ Yachts and a new 145 project

is currently under development.

Photographed by Neil Rabinowitz

Photographed by Neil Rabinowitz Photographed by Neil Rabinowitz


Leaders in Creative Yacht Design and Naval Architecture

The team of naval architects and engineers at Gregory C. Marshall Naval Architects

(GCMNA) covers all aspects of a yacht’s design from the first inspirational brainstorm-

ing session with you, the client, to the sea trials that validate the vessel’s performance.

Our staff collaborates on all facets of the design and engineering to meet meticulously

developed specifications. This integrated effort makes sure your yacht is of the highest

quality and will be delivered in an efficient, timely and cost-effective manner.

But there is more to yacht design than efficiency and engineering formulas. To create

the yacht that satisfies your dreams demands a balance of art and science, of creativity

and technology, of appearance and performance.

It's this blend of artistry and naval architectural know-how that sets GCMNA apart.

Our decades-long experience has taught us the skills to work in close cooperation with

clients, shipyards and suppliers in North America, Europe, Asia and New Zealand. We

offer all disciplines needed to create a world-class yacht — vision, originality, styling,

naval architecture, engineering, mechanical and electrical systems, joinery, propulsion,

and business acumen. Our careful preparations meet and exceed classification society

and international standards.

The best boats result from a collaborative effort between the owner and the design

team. We work with you. We listen to for your yacht is exciting, rewarding and fun.

Busy times at the tank basin. This month, we tested four new projects at BC Research’s tank testing facility in Vancouver. The new Horizon 155

hull, the 70 Foot Long Island Commuter, the Horizon 110 raised and the 45 meter Project “Big Fish” Pilothouse.

Tank Testing

Meeting Client Expectations

Horizon 155 Long Island Commuter Horizon 110 Project Big Fish

3D Modeling the entire Yacht allows GCMNA to work out ALL the details so the client’s expectations

are met when the Yacht is delivered.

Computer 3D Rendering Actual Yacht


Meet the Team

Gregory C. Marshall Naval

Architect Ltd.

1571 West Burnside Road

Victoria, British Columbia,

Canada V9E 2E2

Phone: 250-388-9995 Fax: 250-388-4260

E-mail: [email protected] www.gregmarshalldesign.com

Greg C. Marshall

President / CEO

Naval Architect

Chief Designer

Gord Galbraith

Vice President and Head

of Structural

Matt Dilay

Head of Mechanical

Leslie Larsen

Office Head

Geoff Harrington

Senior Designer

Jason Nassichuk

Naval Architect

DennettWoodland

Artistic Design / IT

Curtis Dickinson

Junior Naval Architect

Pete Van Tankeren

Designer

Veena Dassoruth

Marketing

Noah Zanbilowicz

Summer Naval Architect

Student

Phil Langrish

Senior Naval Architect

Astra Todd

Draftswoman

Lisa Sinclair

Interior Decorator

GCMNA also has an excellent team of sub-contractors that we have worked with together over a long time in Electrical Engineering, Naval Archi-

tecture and Mechanical Engineering. That allows our resources to grow seamlessly as requested.

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