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Discover Frers’ Stunning Superyacht Design: The 59-Metre Vitters Yacht Maximus

The 59-metre Vitters sailing yacht, Maximus, has been launched from the Zwartsluis facility in the Netherlands.

Started in 2021 as Project 3090, this ketch features an aluminum hull and superstructure, modern sailing technology, and spacious deck areas for leisure and dining. Maximus is built for both cruising and racing, offering a perfect blend of performance and luxury. With her upcoming sea trials, she is set to be ready for charter in the Caribbean this winter.

Key Features of the Vitters Yacht Maximus:

• Designe: German Frers
• Length: 59 meters
• Construction: Aluminum hull and superstructure
• Deck: Teak deck houses and sheltered cockpits
• Technology: Optimized rig layout, twin rudders, lifting keel, powered sail drums, and submarine anchor system
• Usage: Available for both cruising and racing

Maximus, also known as Project 3090, is Vitters Shipyard’s fourth largest yacht and exemplifies their credo:

“Dreams are meant for dreamers. Our yachts are meant for sailors.”

To learn more about the innovative design and features of Maximus, read the full article on SuperYacht Times

German Frers-Designed Swan 78-001 Haromi and Swan 78-002 Kinina Launched in Pietarsaari

The Swan 78-001 Haromi and Swan 78-002 Kinina, two of the four Swan 78s designed by German Frers, have recently been launched in Pietarsaari. These luxurious yachts exemplify Nautor’s Swan’s expertise in crafting high-performance racing and cruising yachts.

Upcoming Yacht Shows and Events

Haromi is set to make a splash at the Rolex Swan Cup 2018 in Porto Cervo (September 9-16) and will also be showcased at the Genova Boat Show. Kinina will be on display at the Cannes Yacht Show (September 11-16).

The latest version of the Swan 115, hull number 004, will have its worldwide preview at the Monaco Yacht Show. Additionally, Nautor’s Swan will participate in the Annapolis Boat Show in the United States.

Design and Performance Features

The Swan 78 incorporates all of Nautor’s extensive knowledge and experience in blue-water racing and cruising yachts. With a length kept within the EC 24.00 meters limit, its beamy and powerful hull form ensures superior performance. Modern hull lines, a flared stern, twin rudders, and a telescopic keel make Haromi ideal for fast long-distance cruising or enjoying privacy with friends and family.

Haromi boasts a bespoke performance package enhancing her racing capabilities. This includes a longer bowsprit, ECsix carbon rigging, halyard locks, a square-top mainsail with running backstays, a mainsheet traveller, and additional powered winches on the coachroof.

Keel and Build Specifications

Keel options for the Swan 78 include deep telescopic lifting, fixed deep, and fixed shallow configurations, all designed to maintain stability. The twin rudder configuration and standard sail plan remain constants. Kinina, the Swan 78-002, features a standard keel with a 4-meter draft.

Built with prepreg glass/carbon for the hull and bulkheads, and full carbon epoxy sandwich with Corecell foam core for the deck and structures, these yachts are vacuum and oven cured for optimal strength and durability.

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For an in-depth look at the design and features of the Swan 78, visit Nautor’s Swan and learn more about these exceptional yachts.

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The Hallberg-Rassy 400 has been named a winner in SAIL magazine’s Top 10 Best Boats of 2023. This prestigious recognition follows extensive reviews by SAIL’s expert team, culminating at the U.S. Sailboat Show in Annapolis.

Designed by Germán Frers, the Hallberg-Rassy 400 combines traditional bluewater cruising experience with contemporary design. Featuring a plumb bow, integral bowsprit, and twin rudders, this aft-cockpit boat offers a powerful and elegant sailing experience. Its flexible layout includes options for one or two heads and two or three cabins, catering to a variety of cruising needs.

Discover more about this award-winning yacht and read the full article here.

Revista Mares article features the New Swan 55. (English – Spanish.)

Under the title: A heritage of pure beauty in a modern and contemporary style

“The New Swan 55 represents over 50 years of evolution since the first Swan 55 was designed by Sparkman and Stephens in 1970. This was a legendary model which paved the way to the Swan 57 launched in 1977, the Swan 53 designed by Maestro Germàn Frers and followed
by Swan 56 in 1997 and Swan 53 in 2005.”

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Embark on a journey into the captivating world of yacht design with German Frers, a visionary force in the maritime industry since the 1970s. In this illuminating interview, renowned yacht designer German Frers shares insights into his illustrious career, spanning iconic vessels like the Moro di Venezia and Stealth. Conducted in Milan in October 2022 by Antonio Vettese, this conversation delves into Frers’ innovative approaches to yacht design, from pioneering materials like fiberglass to his adept use of computer-aided design. Join us as we uncover the timeless allure and enduring legacy of Frers’ maritime masterpieces.