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TROJAN YACHT 10 Meter Express

MEASUREMENTS

Fresh Water Tanks

DESCRIPTION

Big Boat with wide open Cockpit! Great for Fishing or Entertaining Turn Key and trouble free! Windlass & Large Foredeck to Lounge on. Twin Crusader 350's, Direct Drive, Generator Sleeps 5: 2 in Private Forward Berth; 2 in Mid Cabin; Convertible Sofa Full Galley with Microwave Electric Head, Shower, Vanity This boat has been well loved and is Turn Key!

DECK & COCKPIT: Windlass w Foredeck & Anchor locker; Bow pulpit w/roller; Dual Trumpet Horns; Six s/s cleats s/s bow and side rails; Multiple portlights & two skylights; Translucent deck hatch; Transom Swim platform w/ladder; Hot & Cold Shower; New Forward Bimini, Front Isinglass w Sunscreen; Aft Curtain W Sun Shade Awning; Forward Seat Covers. HELM & ELECTRONICS: Autopilot & Radar; Electronic compass w/manual deviation control; Emergency crossover start system; Fuel gauges w warning light; Graphic equipment monitor; High water alarm/horn; Instrument light; Oil pressure gauges & Low oil pressure alarm and light; Rudder angle indicator; Tachometers & voltmeter; VDO gauges; Water temp alarm and light; Fuel Flow Scan. ACCOMMODATIONS: Forward Private Suite w Door; Double bed w/adjustable length and storage below; Hanging locker & storage compartments; Reading lights; Translucent hatch w/screen; Vac-u-Flush toilet system w Tank Level Indicator; Shower w Dual Drain Floor Pan; Mirrored medicine cabinet; Vanity w sink; Skylight overhead; Storage; Double Wide Mid Cabin Seating area w Privacy Curtain; Converts to double sleeper; Multiple Storage Areas. GALLEY: Built-in Microwave; 120v refrigerator (year old); Hot/cold pressure system Double s/s sink; Six-gallon water heater; Dual Burner electric stove; Drop Down Counter Leaf; Storage compartments, Dish locker; Trash container; ELECTRICAL: 6.0 Kw Genset; Battery charger; 3 12v batteries; Group 27 House Battery; 30 Amp Shore Power w 50' Cord; Bonding system; 12v circuit breaker; 20-amp converter; Engine room lights; Anchor and navigation lights; Interior lights. ENGINES & DRIVES: Twin Crusader 350's, Fresh Water Cooled; Velvet Direct Drive. UPGRADES & MAINTENANCE: All of the Following has been done since 3/2017: New Crusader OEM Risers, Manifolds, Elbows & Gaskets;2 New Quadrajet Carburetors; All new engine hoses on both engines; New Alternator, belts starters, distributors,caps, wires; New forward Isinglass and Bimini; New Interior Upholstery; New upholstery, cushions and carpet in interior; All new plumbing hoses, Macerator and Vacuflush head components; New Stereo; New rear deck custom exterior carpet; Microwave oven replaced; transmission fluids changed on the Velvet glide; Bottom cleaned monthly; New Batteries in January 2017; Boat cleaned twice per month; New headliner and lighting in rear radar arch;Boat buffed & Waxed; Windless anchor Pulpit wood Reconditioned; Includes Rear Bimini shade in White with rear screen. Offered by South Mountain Yachts

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Borg Warner

Propeller Type

3 Bladed Bronze

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Engine Tankage

250 gallons

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Modified Vee

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Open w Arch

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NAVIGATION EQUIPMENT

Navigation Lights

Depth Instrument

Speed Instrument

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

Battery Charger

Shore Power

Holding Tanks

GENERAL EQUIPMENT

Fire Extinguisher

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ABOUT TROJAN YACHT 10 METER EXPRESS

The TROJAN YACHT 10 Meter Express is a 33 feet long that boasts a 13 feet beam. This 1986 Petrol TROJAN YACHT 10 Meter Express is powered by a Crusader 350 270, with 270 horsepower, capable of reaching a maximum speed of 20 knots and a cruising speed of 15 knots. The TROJAN YACHT 10 Meter Express is made of fiberglass. and can accommodate up to 14 passengers. comes equipped with battery charger, shore power, holding tanks, battery, bilge pump, anchor, fire extinguisher, bimini, fenders. as well as being equipped with navigation lights, depth instrument, autopilot, vhf, speed instrument, compass, gps, radar.

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Branta 59 ft' Abeking & Rasmussen 10 meter 1926

Classic 10 meter racing sloop.

Specifications

• Price USD: $ 205,000
• Beam: 10.5 ft'
• Water Capacity: --
• Fuel Capacity: --
• Engine Details: Yanmar 3MQ30
• Engine 1: 38 horsepower
• Engine Fuel: diesel
• Days on Market: INQUIRE

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58’10” LOA x 7.6” Draft x 10’6” beam x 46,000 lbs (26,000 lbs lead keel) Built Abeking&Rasmussen 1927 for NYYC

Frame: Composite steel and Oak: (new Steel Mast step and new oak frames, 1985), Steel Sandblasted and epoxy sealed 1985,

Planking: Splined and Epoxy sealed Mahogany Planks, Bilge is Dry

Deck: 1” Teak over marine plywood, new deck and all deck beams 1985, good condition, no leaking. Rig: Cutter x 1550 Sq ft jib + main, 150% Genoa, 3000 sq ft masthead spinnaker, new mast step 1985 Standing rigging: SS, replaced in 1999, .good condition.

Chain-Plates, ALL were replaced with heavy duty SS in ~2006, appear to be in excellent condition Running rigging: Spectra and Kevlar cored Dacron, average condition

Winches: #28 Barient 2 speed primary, #6 Merriman Secondary, etc.. good condition

Power: Yanmar 3MQ30, 3 Cylinder Diesel, 38 HP, Cruises at7 K at 1.5 Gal/hr, Good condition Fuel storage: 36 gallon aluminum tank

Electric: GelCel auto charge mains x2 and Engine x1, new 2016 Refrigeration: standard commercially available unit, OK condition

Stove and Oven: propane, deck mounted tank and safety, good condition

Deck boat: 10’6” sailing dingy, good condition. Seats 6 adults, Will accept 3 hp outboard Potable water: 40 gallon and 30 gallon tanks, pressure fed automatic in Galley and head. Head: Vacuflush with holding tank, OK condition

SOME DETAILS:

T he mast was designed and built in early 50’s by Lapworth when the previous to my father Owner Hancock Banning owned the boat. It is 87’ long when laid out on the warf as it was last month for refit. Electric wires are internal: masthead, 20 point and deck lights. Steel mast step was replaced at 1984-5 rebuild and is in good condition now. I keep the bilge clean and dry and freshly painted - a job I have performed since I was 12 years old!

W e run headsails at 3/4 headstay, as I mentioned, but a masthead drifter could be very useful. When my father raced in our local 10-meter class regattas in 60’s and 70’s we “measured” as nearly “11-meter” rating with masthead rig. At that time there were seven 10 mtR yachts actively racing in Newport Beach, California, my father ‘s Home port. We needed to race fair, so ran all headsails and spinnakers at the 3/4 point. Since those years, only Sally and Branta still exist, and with running backstay rigs makes spinnaker jibing risky with 3/4 rigs we have both agreed to run our Spinnakers Masthead. This is especially good for Branta as unlike Sally she has no jumper struts. The Lapworth mast is very sturdy though, and did fine for years of running the spinnaker at the 3/4 hound. This might be important if you need to rate exactly 10 meter class. If possible, you should convince all the other 10’s to fly chutes masthead as you can safely carry 3000 sq ft sails, and be more competitive against modern boats. Achieving hull speed of 11+ knots in less wind is also thrilling! The long keel and large rudder make excellent control, with no tendency to broach in anyconditions.

S pinnaker pole: presently using “old school” aluminum pole. It is from a Dennis Conner 12 meter, shortened a couple feet. With the extended mast track, I can still do a dip pole jibe without any trouble. I have a spruce reaching strut that is necessary in any close reaching.

T he 28ft Boom is low and extra strong as it is rigged to handle large headsails, including spinnaker sheets, from its end Bail and #3 winches mounted near its forward end. These same winches operate the boom-vang which snap-shackles to the aft shroud chain platers. The main sheet is 6:1 tackle with a #3 winch. This is adequate, but I have a nice #26 Barient that would be better suited for this job. I’ve been too busy to install it... Gooseneck is heavy duty and in excellent condition.

W inches: assorted Barient and Meriman mast winches with 2/1 wire reel two speed winch for main halyard. Barient winches on mast for Jib and Spinnaker halyards, etc., No shortcomings there.

A pair of #28 two speed Barients for jib and spinnaker after-guy duty and replace the single speed #7 Merimans-presently in storage. .There are a couple more #26s I would like to use to replace the adequate but old fashioned #6 Merimans presently still used for spinnaker sheet or running back (depending upon the tack you are on). All such hardware will be included with the boat so you can decide what you want.

C hain plates: all new in ~2006: with, 1/2”x 2” highly polished heavy 304 stainless steel plate curved to exactly fit inside the hull in excellent condition today.

D eck boat: “Branta ll” launches easily with main halyard winch and rides nicely from a boat pole while at anchor. (Boat pole stows easily for cruising and unrigs easily to clear for racing). It is a pleasant to sail “SouthCoast 10” dingy that is similar to a Lehman-10. I recently rebuilt her, replacing most of the wood work. The mast has a spline so it easily stows aboard the dingy. We have used up to 3 hp outboard on it as well. When cruising, we also stow SCUBA gear and other toys in the dingy to keep them out of down below. Room for a couple of kayaks aboard as well. I handy “Boat Pole” rigs easily for keeping the dingy clear of the hull during anchoring out adventures.

S wim ladder attaches port or starboard. Recently renewed with lightweight with Sapele Mahogany and has two firm steps below the waterline so is very comfortable to get in and out of the water, even with flipperson.

C ockpit: self-draining, room for 8 people easily. Has nice mahogany folding table for snacks. I also built a convenient conversion that allows sleeping in the full width. In California, where it almost never rains, this the favorite place to sleep! There is a handy cockpit sun awning that folds up and stows easily when under way.

T iller: Hickory, has a, nice grip and handles the boat easily. Cutter rig balances well in any condition. R ope locker, Sail hardware and cockpit cushions stow under cockpit seats.

L azarette area: Dock-lines and bumpers stow here. A stainless steel BBQ grill attaches to an aft stantion for cruising.

B attery charging: There is a stern box that can be mounted for cruising. It makes a nice stern “observation seat”, and has room for a small “Honda” gasoline generator and fuel storage3 container for backup batteries charging. This makes cruising a little more flexible to not have to rely on engine main generator for battery charging duties. Refrigerator is main power drain when cruising, but all the DC florescent lights below are more than adequate, but could be replaced with LED lighting now that they are so much more efficient.

A nchor tackle: 40 feet of heavy chain and 300’ of nylon hawser are permanently rigged forwards. Day anchorage uses a lightweight folding “PBY” anchor for cruising. The heavy chain does the work! There is a large storm anchor and also a small Danforth with hand tackle for bow-and-stern situations. I have a demountable roller for the bow, but no anchor windlass. The long overhanging now can be used to advantage when hoisting anchor as when the crew pulls one heave and then holds, the bow dips then rises, putting considerable force on the anchor should it be fast in the bottom. If necessary, the jib winch can be put to use in a blow.

SAIL INVENTORY:

Mainsail 7 oz Dacron, ok condition recently refurbished (1/2018) by Ullman’s Sails Genoa 150% 5 oz Dacron, very good condition

Blade 100% 5 oz Dacron, very good condition 3/4 rig spinnaker, 3/4 oz nylon, ok condition

Masthead spinnaker, 1/2 oz nylon, very good condition Masthead reacher, 3/4 oz nylon, very good condition Misc small and outdated jibs...

SOME HISTORY

T here is a fairly complete pedigree and list of owners. Olen Stevens himself has sailed on Branta when he was about 95 and has written an account of how as a teenager he sailed Branta from Halifax to New York in 1928 to help the owner avoid paying duty when 14 new Tens were delivered from Germany for members of NYYC (nothing ever changes!).

After a thorough refit in 1984, the new interior exactly reproduces original design with original hardware: Galley is forward, with original swivel seat, main salon with original mahogany folding table amidships with skylights and staircase, and owner stateroom aft with engine cabinetry This layout retains the traditional feel and is comfortable for a large family (there were 8 kids in the Reineman family!) and the whole family of 10 would sit around the main salon dining table.

Disclaimer: Richard Reineman is not a certified Marine Surveyor and these specs and descriptions are subject to revision and are only listed here as a general guideline. Reineman makes no claim as to their veracity and implies no warranty whatsoever on the actual condition of the vessel.

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Trojan 10.8 Meter Convertible

(with comments on the 10 meter) by david pascoe.

Specifications & Pricing

60′ “10-Metre Yacht”

Heyman Yachts

Nothing ordinary

YACHT RACING IN THE EARLY 1900s

Cannot resist a Duesenberg

Sailors are not only rational people but have sentiments, too, and while many are drawn to ultra-light racers on foils, others wouldn’t go to sea in anything less than a heavy pilot cutter. But some sailors feel that the most attractive yachts were built between the wars when the perfect cruiser was at the same time a flush-decked racing yacht. This was in the days when even cars and motor yachts had style and the owner of a major racing yacht in Long Island Sound would go to his office downtown in a Duesenberg or, in summer, in his fast commuter.

In those days, around-the-buoys racing usually took place in those slender, white, gleaming one-off, flush-decked yachts with their billowing cotton sails. The Gold Cup was one of the desired trophies, the racing grounds changing between Hankö, Cowes, Genua and Sandhamn; while the America’s Cup was raced off Newport, Sir Thomas Lipton challenging Mr Vanderbilt.

Shamrock racing against Reliance in 1903 under a previous rule, the Seawanhaka rule

These one-off yachts obviously didn’t just come in any size or shape but were designed to a measurement rule, the idea being to assure that the speed of the yachts would be more or less the same, in spite of different length, sail area, displacement or other characteristics.

In international racing, two rules became dominant in the beginning of 1900:

The  Universal Rule , devised by the great Nathanael Greene Herreshoff of Bristol, Rhode Island in 1905, was used for the the huge America’s Cup contenders, including the J-boats raced in America’s Cup until 1937.

The International Rule was first laid down in 1907 by British and Scandinavian naval architects in collaboration with German and French and produced a number of “Metre” class yachts – the 6-metres, 8-metres, 10-metres and 12-metres were some of the most prominent classes. These yachts were raced in the Olympics and, when the America’s Cup was resumed again after the war, 12-metres replaced J-boats in the 1958 Cup.

Waiting for the morning breeze, Stockholm Olympics 1912

Sans Atout, 1912

I don’t have much of a personal bond with Metre Yachts even though it seems to run in the family. In the 1912 Olympics in Stockholm, Bengt Heyman won a silver medal in his 8-metre ‘ Sans Atout ‘, designed by Norwegian Johan Anker.

Another and very close relative, my grandfather Hugo Heyman, bought the 6-metre ‘ Borgila ‘ in 1925. Borgila was designed by Charles Nicholson and built in 1924 at Ängholmens Varv for a consortium at the Royal Yachting Club in Gothenburg, GKSS.  Borgila  was first owned by shipowner and Naval Minister Dan Broström but was bought by grandfather Hugo H after Mr Broström suddenly died in 1925, only 55 years of age. 

Hugo Heyman

Both Mr Broström and grandfather were active members of GKSS but the two gentlemen knew each other from business as well, because Hugo Heyman was one of the driving forces in the development of Götaverken, the great ship yard in Gothenburg. Dan Broström was the biggest shareholder of the yard  and his shipping company Broströms ordered most of its ships from Götaverken .

Let’s not try to wind the world back to those days but it seems the world was smaller then, and Sweden was perhaps a bit bigger. Götaverken was the world’s largest shipyard in the 1930s and Hugo Heyman was later CEO of the yard, after the war.

Borgila, 1924

Anyway, grandfather Hugo Heyman kept the 6-metre Borgila  until the late 1940s.

Like most 6-metres, Borgila  was probably fine for taking the family out on a sunny Sunday but very very wet in a blow. My father who was a keen sailor described her as a torpedo with sails, running right through the short, choppy waves in the Kattegat.

I was born a little too late to remember her. But nothing of all this has anything much to do with the following design, anyway:

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A 10-METRE CLASSIC

(however not a racing yacht, and not according to the international rule), design study for a yacht of an era when times were not necessarily better, and boats were not necessarily inferior.

This design study was made in 1998, inspired by sailing clients and boat builders talking dreamingly about long, sleek yachts of the past. Being asked for my opinion of such yachts I would usually take time to explain why boats of more moderate proportions make more sense. Still, things are never that simple and the perfect yacht does not come in one shape only.

The merits of a narrow yacht with long overhangs can not be understood if it is simply compared to other yachts of the same overall length. Yachts of this kind should instead be compared to others of the same displacement or waterline length. This design is 60’ long, has the interior of a 50’+ Classic and sails like a sub-50’ modern cruiser-racer but with more easy, predictable handling qualities.

Racing in 10-metre yachts would certainly be an overwhelming experience. And if built on similar hulls, keels and rigs and with equal distribution of weights they can certainly be raced against each other. But the real beauty is that they would be equally suited for just ghosting along without much fuzz an afternoon when you simply cannot resist the breeze .

The main differences between this design and an old-time 10-metre are in the hull shape and materials, and these differences are so great that the two basic types of boat will show vastly different characteristics:

Hull building techniques including cored laminates with multidirectional rovings on PVC closed-cell foam core or, for a one-off hull, strip-planked red cedar. Whatever technique chosen, it will produce a hull with a quality, strength, stiffness, impact resistance, sound insulation, thermal insulation and low weight that simply was not conceivable in the old days. In addition, bulkheads and other large panels should be cored in order to bring unnecessary weight down. And a more modern rig and sails, with a carbon fibre mast in particular, will improve the yacht’s stability and motion in a seaway.

Looking back at this design now in 2016, almost 20 years later, there are a number of details I stumble upon. In order to preserve her standing headroom without making her unduly high, I think she ought to be a little longer overall, which would also allow her superstructure to be made a little lower. Apart from that I feel her counter stern should be longer, and her bow shape needs more character. My tastes appear to have changed over the years but she was also nothing but a quick draft when I made the design. I think, today, I would have made her between 64 and 68 feet.

In all, despite any rational objections one might have against classic yachts of her kind with slender hull shapes, flush decks and long overhangs, this design should prove functional and very rewarding to sail. And, given some work, she could also be made beautiful to behold.

A yacht of this kind could be built by any skilled European or North American yard but, because of the character of the design, it only makes sense to go for the best finished, highest quality product.

SPECIFICATIONS

Dimensions: L.O.A. 18,30 m   60,0’ L.W.L. 13,10 m   43,0’ Beam, maximum 3,78 m   12,4’ Beam, waterline 3,28 m   10,8’ Draft 2,48 m   8,1’ Displacement 17000 kg   37500 lbs Ballast 7200 kg 16000 lbs Sail area (100% fore triangle) 145 m_ 1560 sq.ft.

Ratios: D / L 214 SA / D 22 SA / WA 2,7

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Let’s talk about the favorites of 2024 yachts from 10 to 12 meters (33 to 40 feet) in length, and also rate them. A difficult task, since sailboats and motor vessels, monohulls and catamarans all participate in the competition. All have a different purpose, a different level of seaworthiness and comfort on board. But everyone has something that unites them - the recognition of the community of yachtsmen from all over the world, as well as the fact that all participants in the list have prestigious titles and regalia received at the most popular yacht exhibitions of the past few years.

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So, the mixed fleet regatta begins, no holds barred, and we will start immediately from the final stage of the race – the top 5 boats. Therefore, even the last ones here are the undisputed leaders among those who did not make it to our final list.

• Brand: Dufour Yachts
• Hull type: Sailing yacht
• Overall length, m: 10.77
• Width, m: 3.8
• Draft, m: 1.9
• Displacement, T: 6.747
• Keel weight, T: 1.86
• Water tanks, l: 180
• Exterior design (Architect): Felci Yacht Design
• Interior design: Felci Yacht Design
• CE Certification: A
• Mainsail type: Fully battened
• Jib type: Furling genoa
• Mainsail area, m²: 33
• Jib area, m²: 25.9
• Engine, HP: 18.8
• Fuel tanks, l: 160

The fifth number in the regatta is occupied by our good friend from the Dufour Yachts family - Dufour 37 monohull sailboat, which became the owner of Boat of the Year 2022 award.

Dynamic lines and excellent sea performance have endowed this boat with a sporty character, despite an increased level of comfort that is not typical of sailboats that are just over 10 meters long. As always, the shipyard responded to the demands of the maritime community, this time for a comfortable racing cruiser with compact dimensions and an affordable price, yet with good seaworthiness.

The shipyard has done its job with flying colours, using its win-win technique: to select the best from previous models and to complement this best with innovations in technology and design.

All the advantages of Dufour's DNA were left intact, but the changes were also significant. This is noticeable immediately from the stern. Here the platform has been reduced to fit the dimensions of the yacht, and it is now less likely to damage the transom due to its weight.

You can now enter the cockpit via two ladders from different sides of the platform, by folding the wings, which can act as additional seats. Between them is a capacious locker, in which you can place a life raft or a rolled-up inflatable dinghy .

The skipper’s position became much more convenient for the skipper at the left helm due to the folding wing. Now you can also sit there resting on your back and legs.

The deck shower, a folding table, as well as the grill (or plancha) with a sink, which everyone loves, remained unchanged in the cockpit, allowing you to cook and dine outdoors. Under the sofas there’s more lockers. One of them will perfectly fit all the equipment for fishing, spearfishing, diving and other water activities.

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Yachtsmen around the world have welcomed the innovative helm station. The double steering wheels remained in the same place, but panels were installed directly on them: here the controls for all the important instruments and equipment of the yacht are displayed - the thruster, autopilot, anchor winch, anchor chain controls, etc.

Some were disappointed that the chartplotter remained in the same place - at the end of the table. But if it is really problematic to see the image on the screen at such a distance on a boat 14 meters long, then the size of the Dufour 37 cockpit eliminates this problem. In addition, there is space left on the panel for additional equipment, and a chartplotter may fit just right.

Winches are very conveniently located - at the helm and at arm's length. Winches for controlling the boom with a sheet are placed on the roof of the saloon. The choice of drive - manual or electric - is left to the buyer of the sailboat.

The built-in fender was replaced by a bulwark, which was noticed and appreciated by all Dufour fans. With this replacement, the architects not only facilitated the maintenance of the boat, but also solved an important design problem - providing additional rigidity to the entire hull.

Comfort in driving and living on board has become the goal of architects and designers. They pushed it as far as possible for a 10-meter boat.

A spacious cockpit, safe decks, a spacious bow create conditions for free movement and control of the boat, relaxation with family or friends, sunbathing, and a platform is great for comfortable launching and swimming.

Increased comfort also includes access to natural light even in rooms that are below deck level, not to mention the saloon. This task is performed by numerous hatches and large windows.

This sailboat continues one of the shipyard's traditions - to allow passengers on their yachts to take on board everything that will provide them with comfort on a cruise. To do this, there are many cabinets, shelves, lockers and compartments.

The saloon offers a beautiful view not only of the sea around the yacht, but also of the sails above it. So, the skipper can continue to drive without interrupting a lunch at the convertible table. And you can cook this lunch in a well-equipped L-shaped galley.

In the toilet room of the saloon there is a washbasin, a toilet bowl, a hand shower and shelves with mirrors.

Despite the small size of a monohull sailboat, you can choose from two cabin options:

• version with two cabins, one of which is a master cabin in the bow of the boat with a full double bed, and the second is a guest cabin in the stern for two berths, the area of which is increased with the help of poufs;
• the three-cabin version includes a master cabin in the same design, as well as two forward cabins with 2 berths each.

Thus, the capacity of the boat is up to 6 people, and if you use a transforming table in the saloon for a bed, then 8 passengers can settle here, although, of course, it will be cramped. The cabins have ample headroom, natural light and plenty of storage space.

You can also choose finishes - designers offer natural mahogany or white oak veneer.

The basic configuration of the Dufour 37 already provides for an installed bowsprit and rollers, which not only give the hull swiftness, but also make it possible to increase the sail area by shifting the center of sail. This allows active use of downwind sails. An automatic jib is also included in the standard sailing equipment, but the genoa is an optional item.

• Overall length, m: 11.88
• Width, m: 3.96
• Draft, m: 1.82
• Keel weight, T: 2.6
• Water tanks, l: 250
• Interior design: Ardizio Design
• Engine, HP: 50
• Fuel tanks, l: 250

Here comes another representative of the Dufour family - the latest racing cruiser produced by the Dufour Yachts shipyard. The Dufour 41 monohull sailboat develops a range of cruising sailboats of various sizes. This model is a little short of 12 meters in total length, but its width is almost 4 meters. It was these dimensions that made it possible to make an unprecedentedly comfortable cruiser out of a 41-foot racer.

To combine these qualities, naval architects used early designs and introduced a number of innovations. The latter include a decrease in the area of the wetted surface of the hull due to the raised stern.

For the same purpose, the capabilities of the bowsprit were used. Moving forward the sail center of the boat allows you to increase the area of sailing rig. The bowsprit and rollers allow you to set sails for downwind, which increases the speed of the boat.

The folding fenders at the entrance to the cockpit remained unchanged, which received general approval from yachtsmen on the previous 37th Dufour model. This ensured the convenience of steering the helm on the port side.

Naval architects remained committed to the single-feathered rudder on the Dufour, which, when brought to both helms, makes it easier to steer the boat by reducing hydrodynamic drag.

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The increase in the size of the boat has affected the level of natural light in the interior due to the increased number of side windows. This has also resulted in a level of comfort that is unbelievable for a 12 m monohull sailboat .

The developers have heard the wishes of yachtsmen, and on the Dufour 41 we see chartplotters located directly on the steering panels, and not on the end of the table. The choice of brand and screen size is up to the buyer.

The location of the winches behind the steering wheels and on the cabin roof has not changed, since it is optimal. The ropes do not get underfoot; an experienced skipper can handle the controls alone.

The very roomy cockpit is designed for 10 people, who will find a place behind two helms and on benches around the table, which, when unfolded, triples in area.

The grill with a sink remained in the same place, so even the skipper can have a bite to eat without looking up from the controls.

For a more substantial meal, you will have to go down to the saloon, where the linear galley is located. This is also an example of what the developers have heard from boaters and their dissatisfaction with the L-shaped galley layout. Few people will not bump into each other here. The rest, while waiting for dinner, will be seated at a large folding table. Ten people can eat here. And the table, if necessary, can be converted into a double bed.

Soft sofas and a bench, natural veneer trim add coziness to the cabin, and it is all filled with natural light that comes through the windows. By the way, the ceiling porthole is also a source of fresh air, as well as an opportunity for the skipper to control the sails without leaving the company of diners.

Thanks to the expanded volumes of the Dufour 41, you can now choose from 4 options for completing the cabins, the diagrams of which are presented below.

In different options, in addition to the number of cabins and beds, you can choose how to dispose of the additional space - leave it for storage or equip a shower room or toilet there.

Due to the increased size of the sailboat, additional lockers are provided in its bow.

It remains to be hoped that the shipyard has forever abandoned the solid side fender, in the 41st it was also replaced with a bulwark, increasing the rigidity of the overall structure of the boat, which improves its maneuverability.

Boat performance is also benefited by the manufacturing technology of Dufour, pioneers in the use of fiberglass for yacht hulls. Now improved technologies are being used to minimize the effect of osmosis - filling sandwiches with special resins under pressure.

Fountain Pajot Isla 40

• Architect: Berret Racoupeau Yacht Design
• Length overall, m: 11.93
• Beam overall, m: 6.63
• Displacement unloaded, T: 9.5 (approx.)
• Draft, m: 1.21
• Sail area, m²: 59
• Genoa area, m²: 36
• Standard Power, HP: 2 x 20
• Option Power, HP: 2 x 30 HP
• Fresh Water, l: 2 x 265
• Fuel, l: 300

The middle of the list is occupied by a 40-footer from Fountaine Pajot - Isla 40 sailing cruiser. She is a cat that’s far from the average. This model made a splash on the day of the presentation and continued the shipyard's glorious tradition in the production of sought-after cruising 40-foot (12-meter) catamarans, including such bestsellers as the Lucia 40 and Lavezzi 40.

If we compare the new cat with its predecessors, then the continuity is already noticeable from the cockpit. In Isla 40, this area is still considered the largest in terms of area among all the cats of this size. A life raft and a davit occupy their traditional places there.

The dining area is still cozy and comfortable with this L-shaped sofa around the table, a large aft sofa and a comfortable lounger. Almost all the seats have lockers where you can hide all the equipment for fun on the water and underwater.

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Transformer table for 10 people or a regular table for 6-8 diners, grill or plancha - this choice is left to the buyer and depends on the purpose for which the yacht is purchased. The catamaran with its comfort is perfect for both family cruising and traveling with friends, as well as for commercial use.

You have to climb several very wide steps to get to the control panel.

The helm is located on the hull of the control station, here, in direct access there are 4 winches, which can be either electric or manual, depending on the wishes of the future owner of the yacht.

On the panel, there are screens of measuring instruments and a radiotelephone, control of some equipment is also displayed here: a thruster, an autopilot. An optional small screen chartplotter is also located next to the helm.

See the roof cutout to the left of the chartplotter? This is done for a better view of the bow of the left float.

But the interior of Isla 40 is completely refurbished. Here the usual location of the skipper's place has been changed, and now it is a loft living room , with the same luxury and comfort. The entire loft is divided into recreation, cooking, dining and work areas.

The large galley includes all the necessary equipment for storing and processing food. In the recreation area there is a large modular soft sofa with pouffes and a low table. It easily transforms into a dining room and then the recreation area also becomes a dining area.

The skylight in the cabin roof can be opened, providing, in addition to natural light, ventilation and the ability to control the sailing equipment of the cat.

There are 4 options offered to the future owner regarding the cabin layouts on the Isla 40: two Maestro and two Quatuor. Their features are shown in the diagrams below.

Maestro versions include a mother cabin for the owner with a private bathroom and 2 double cabins with 1 or 2 bathrooms.

Quatuor version is 4 double cabins with bathroom options - there can be 2 or 4.

For charters you can order an option with a separate cabin for the crew. It will be located in the bow, the entrance is from the deck.

The master cabin contains a real island bed, plenty of storage for clothes, shoes, books and other belongings that will provide the necessary comfort on long passages. All cabins have natural light and the possibility of ventilation.

• Brand: Lagoon
• Hull type: catamaran
• Overall length, m: 11.74
• Width, m: 6.76
• Draft, m: 1.35
• Displacement, t: 10.885
• Air draft, m: 18.4
• Water tanks, l: 300
• Exterior design (architect): VPLP design
• CE Certification: A: 10 - B: 12 - C: 16 - D: 20
• Mainsail type: square top
• Jib type: self-tacking
• Mainsail area, m²: 80
• Jib area, m²: 32
• Code 0 area, m²: 63
• Engine: 2 x 29 HP
• Fuel tanks l: 2 x 200

Sailing catamaran Lagoon 40 is said to be the most comfortable 40-foot double-hull vessel. It is no coincidence that it takes the second place in our list. 40-foot yachts are one of the most competitive sections of the market. Yet the Lagoon company and the VPLP bureau involved in the development coped with the task so successfully that they were able to block the dubious success of the Lagoon 39 and equal the triumph of the Lagoon 42 catamaran. If the latter had not exceeded 12 meters in length, it would have taken this place in the ranking.

Differences from its predecessor are noticeable at first glance: the roof is more inclined towards the deck, and the freeboard has lost its former massiveness due to the portholes built into the hull niche. The yacht not only looks lighter, faster and more modern, it really has become more maneuverable and easy to manage. This is not surprising, since the converted catamaran has become almost a ton lighter than its predecessor.

Of course, not only the efforts of architects, but also technologists, who developed innovative sandwiches made of polyester and balsa to manufacture the cases, affected the "weight loss". But the architects preferred to leave the bottoms of the structures monolithic, and remove some of the modular structures. A careful approach to the selection of equipment also made it possible to free the cat from excess weight, and without any loss of comfort.

The ability to increase the sail area by more than 5 m² also influenced the improvement in maneuverability - this makes a difference on sharp courses.

The shift of the mast towards the stern widens sail’s angle of attack, increasing the response of the catamaran to the actions of the skipper due to increasing the lift and facilitating the control of the sails.

Excellent ergonomics are inherent in all areas of the catamaran, and this commitment of the shipyard architects is evident from the moment you enter the cockpit. From the very transoms to the saloon and beyond, the deck has no ledges or steps. There is no platform, and there is no need for it - the cat has very wide steps of two ladders, along which you can go down to the water.

In place of the platform there are davits for an inflatable motor boat, which can be hung there and transported unassembled. There is also room for a folding bike. Under the sloop there is a niche for a life raft and a pump.

The cockpit accommodates 10 people at the table, if you add additional seats in addition to the sofas, which are located on both sides. The entire cockpit can be protected from sunlight and rain by a bimini, a detail typical of the Lagoon that the designers have kept intact.

From the cockpit and from the deck you can climb to the control station, raised by several very wide steps. The skipper can simultaneously control the catamaran and communicate with family or friends in the cockpit. And those, on demand, can serve a cooling drink to the helmsman.

All running rigging is concentrated at the control post, which is very convenient. But to view the bow on the port side, you will have to get up from the seat.

In the cabin, the windows overlooking the cockpit are shifted, through which cooked dishes can be passed. The saloon's L-shaped galley is thoughtfully equipped with all the essentials and yet is compact.

In front of the cabin there is a navigation table with the appropriate equipment. Sitting in front of it, the skipper can turn to the dining table to take part in a family or friendly feast.

The electrical panel and fuses are located under the skipper's table, which guarantees its safety from accidental presses by passengers during rolling.

There are two opening portholes above the soft sofas in the panoramic windows of the saloon, which provides this area not only with natural light, but also with fresh air.

The upholstery, textiles and accessories are chosen with great taste and at the same time are quite practical for a marine vessel.

The shipyard provides the opportunity to choose from several versions of the cabin configuration:

• The owner's version includes a comfortable master suite fully given over to port float with island bed aft and forward bathroom, work desk, extra sofa and a set of furniture to store clothes and other things, as well as two cabins in the starboard float, each - with a separate toilet room;
• The 4-cabin version has two cabins with shared bathrooms in each float.

In the bow, you can organize an excellent large solarium, if you lay out mats and sun loungers here, using the deck area and two trampolines.

Fountain Pajot MY4.S

• Brand: Fountain Pajot
• Overall length, m: 11
• Width, m: 5.1
• Draft, m: 0.8
• Displacement, t: 13.5
• Water tanks, l: 350
• Exterior design (Architect): Daniel Andrieu
• Interior Design: Pierangelo Andreani Studio
• Engine: YANMAR 2x150 hp
• Optional engine: YANMAR 2x250 hp
• Fuel tanks l: 2x600

The leader of our conditional regatta turned out to be the catamaran MY 4.S - the most inexpensive and compact sea cruiser from the entire line of this brand from Fountaine Pajot. The shipyard launched its production in 2021, meeting the needs of yachtsmen for a motor catamaran of increased comfort at an affordable price. Yes, yes, you understood correctly: this is a motor yacht, and no sails. As we said, we have a mixed fleet regatta without a handicap.

Renowned naval architect Daniel Andrieu has significantly redesigned the previous model MY 37, in particular by removing the flybridge. Some yachtsmen took this with hostility, but a flood of applications poured in from countries where they have to pass under bridges while sailing.

Length of MY 4.S is 11 m (36 ft), draft is 0.8 m, hull made of fiberglass.

Dimensions, excellent sea performance and an unprecedented level of comfort on a vessel of this size make it possible to use a motor catamaran for long passages with all the amenities. Its design, equipment and safety level are designed for long cruising in a close family circle, even with young children or in the company of best friends.

An example of the variability of the layout jumps at you immediately on the approach in the cockpit. The electric platform has several modifications: movable, fixed and with dinghy davits on it. Platform management is both stationary and remote.

The cockpit is covered with natural teak. On the starboard side there you can find a stern shower with hot and cold water. Opposite is a small grill.

The entrance from the platform to the cockpit is blocked by stainless steel gates. The cockpit can be completely covered with an awning with windows.

The table in the cockpit is not stationary, it can be removed and installed if necessary.

The lack of stairs to the missing flybridge allowed to significantly expand the cockpit compared to the already mentioned predecessor. At first glance, just the standard sofas are located here. But these have folding backs, and as a result you get an option of very comfortable beds.

On the port side of the cockpit is the engine compartment with good access and soundproofing, two Yanmar 250 hp engines , a water boiler and an autopilot drive. Further along the deck there is a locker with a life raft for 8 people, a pump and fire extinguishing equipment.

A sliding transparent door leads from the cockpit to the saloon, which unites both areas into a common large space.

On the port side is a well-equipped linear galley. For a 37-foot boat, it has a considerable size and a convenient approach for several people at once. Cabin furniture has rounded corners.

Above the galley of MY 4.S are large spacious wardrobes, since its lower part is the ceiling of the owner's cabin.

Between the galley and large soft sofas there is a folding table. Sofas and individual seats are located throughout the starboard side of the saloon. The entire interior is flooded with natural light, which enters through the glazing around the perimeter. This opens up a great view from the cabin.

A large overhead window adds light and space to this rather large cabin.

A control panel is situated in front of the central windows. In front of the helm and the working panel there is a comfortable chair for the navigator and assistant with lifting seats, which allows you to control the yacht both sitting and standing.

The steering wheel itself is more like a car steering wheel, only more powerful. The panel, of course, looks beautiful in this black color, but the prints remain on it quite easily. The panel contains the entire standard set of instruments that controls the yacht's equipment: engines, autopilot, electrics, etc. There is also a marine display that combines a chartplotter and an echo sounder. So, it is a “smart yacht” system by analogy with a “smart home”.

In the cabin there is a USB and AUX connection panel, an HDMI socket block and an electrical equipment control unit.

Motor yacht MY 4.S can be chosen from two options:

• three cabins - the master cabin, which is given over to the entire port float, with a separate bathroom and two full-fledged guest cabins in the starboard float with a large shared bathroom;
• four cabins - two cabins in each float with bathrooms for each pair of cabins.

The master cabin resembles a compact comfortable apartment with a bedroom and a living room (do not forget that we are on a catamaran!) A high ceiling, a comfortable double bed 1.6x2 m with a locker, a panoramic window, shelves - this is how the sleeping area of this “apartment” looks like.

In the living area there is a soft sofa and a wardrobe for outerwear. It also has natural light through the porthole.

At the entrance to the bathroom, you can see cabinets and shelves. The shower and toilet are quite comfortable to use.

The forward guest cabin has a smaller bed but plenty of storage space and natural light through the porthole. The aft cabin has the same size bed as the master cabin.

In addition to a shared bathroom with a shower and toilet, guests in the guest cabins can use a freezer for ice cream or drinks.

The huge space on the foredeck fully compensates for the lack of a flybridge. With plenty of reclining mattresses and loungers and a table with recesses for glasses and bottles, this sunbathing area is a great place to spend time with family or friends.

Under the mattresses there is a large locker, which acts as a chain box and contains a water tank, you can also store a cockpit table here. The perimeter railings are made entirely of 22 mm stainless steel tube, which provides additional safety for the passengers of the motor yacht MY 4.S.

It is an ideal catamaran for family cruising due to its stability, safety and the ability to reach 800-1000 miles at 7-8 knots.

Congratulations, MY 4.S, for winning in our list too, additional to all the international acceptance. And if you got this far through the article, you should congratulate yourself too: you are a real yacht enthusiast - make sure to not miss out on our next top 5 list then.

Fair winds and following seas to you!

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The 10-Meter Sirius was, of course, wooden. She was — hopefully, still is — a low, sleek beauty, around 55- or 60-ft long, I think. I wish I had an actual photo of her.

If anyone has any knowledge of the Sirius in question, please let us know in the comment below, or by email at [email protected] .

The 10-Meter Sally will be celebrating it’s 100th birthday in 2027 and currently resides at the San Diego Yacht Club near her sistership the 10-Meter Branta.  

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SALLY and BRANTA are two of a set of 14 sisters who were designed by Sterling Burgess and built by Abeking and Rasmussen – 1927. SALLY is 59′ LOA, beam 10.5′, 80′ tall, draft 8. BRANTA is owned by Rich Reineman, SALLY by CF Koehler and they live at SDYC and sail with Ancient Mariners Sailing Society. CF Koehler may have additional information for you. Contact him at his business – Koehler Kraft on Shelter Island, San Diego.

I had the pleasure of sailing on Sirius in the 1960’s out of South Shore Sailing Club (now South Shore YC) in Newport Beach. I don’t know what became of her. This article brought back memories of my youth. We once did a cruise to Catalina for the weekend for the Junior Sailing program on Sirius. Thanks for the memories.

John You and I sailed the mid winters in long beach on your Intl 14. Seems to me we went over. I’ve sailed all over up until a couple years ago.

I well remember SIRIUS, the beautiful and fast, light grey, 58′, 10 meter #15 designed and built by Johan Anker in 1933. Tommy Webster was her sailing master, and Bill Ficker was guest driver during 1954-1961 when Howard Ahmanson owned her and kept her in front of his home on Harbor Island in Newport Beach. The other 10’s in the S.Cal area were HILARIA, BRANTA, SALLY, and COQUILLE. SIRIUS won at least once every ocean race available to her. I well remember skippering her in the 1966 BBS and steering a 10 meter on SF Bay with a tiller. After that SIRIUS fell on hard times, and I do not know what ever became of her. Best, ~skip allan

I sailed on Sirius in the 1965 La Paz race. The skipper for that race was Lanny Coon from the Newport Beach area. He was a former Snipe Champion and all around good sailor. I saw the boat in Ventura, CA in the late seventies or early eighties. There was a failed attempt to save her and a disagreement between partners and I heard the boat had been cut up and removed for non payment at the yard- – so sad.

I remember Sirius I being chained up at Lido Shipyard (early 70’s) for non-payment. Memories of the 10 Metre’s in Newport. Sally, with her beautiful Green and Sirius I with that wonderful gray.

My Grandfather Wesley D. Smith owned the Sally for many years. He was friends with Andrew Brown (Z-Spar Paints) that made the special Sally Green topside paint . That color remainded on the Z-Spar color chart and until the 1970s. After that, Catalina Island continued to use Sally Green for many years on the pier handrails.

After racing to Ensenada on another boat, I got to sail back to San Diego on SALLY in 1964, I was 18 then. She was Sally green then and run by her pro skipper Jim Newkirk, from Newport Harbor. It was unforgettable moment in my long sailing career as I was at helm coming to SD past Pt Loma with rail down on Sally. She went on to win the NHYC boat show that same month. Jim Newkirk went on to run the big M boat Sirius after Sally was sold as I remember. I still stop to look at her when I visit SDYC.

I was on Baruna in ’66 – back whan BBS was chock full of Big Boats. Great times. Turns out I jumped on Sirius for the delivery back from S.F. to Marina del Rey. Quite a trip. Left early in typical Gate fog then eased left and began heading downcoast. Stopped in Morro Bay and picked up a few more crew – skip felt we needed them but we were already comprised of skip (non-racer), a couple of Sirius’ crew, an Aussie off Stormvogel and myself. Soon found out his motives had something to do with wanting to add some estrogen and marijuana to our adventure. Continued on and as we cleared San Luis Bay / Avila the wind started to build such that as we closed on Conception it was likely pushing 30 – 35 kts. with sizable seas. All was good until the time came to jibe over to port. Wisely laid out a plan for a chicken jibe with engine on. All roles talked out and procedures planned. Things were fine until we went through the eye of the wind and began dropping onto our port tack course. The person in charge of the runners forgot to, or somehow couldn’t, release the starboard runner and the boom slammed into it putting us nearly instantly hard on the wind on port tack. As can be imagined some chaos and a bit of yelling ensued. My spot was on the bow and I can still clearly recall being on my knees trying to strangle the life out of the bow cleats as the bow paused slightly (one of those time slowing moments when seconds seem like hours) at the top of a wave then plunged like mad bull into the trough beyond. Spreaders in the water, people flying about in the cockpit, green water all over the bow and leeward deck nearly to the hatch, etc. Fortunately, someone, somehow managed to clear the winch, blow the runner and allow Sirius to get back on her feet. Once we cleaned up and bailed out the boat all was good – steady breeze in the ~20s for most of the afternoon and as the sun was going down, the wind dropped off and the decision was made to spend the night in Avalon and head to del Rey the next day. Great decision. As we set up to depart in the morning a couple of guys in a Whaler came by and one grabbed his guitar and sang us a couple of Mexican ballads as we downed our oatmeal. As they moved on to serenade other boats we pulled anchor and tied up in del Rey a few hours later. Great experience.

I got to letter her in 1972 or 3, down in Newport Beach

I am Brian Wald. It was my father, Arthur Wald, who owned the boat during the 70’s. We – my father, brother Craig, and I – sailed for 10 years all over the West Coast and into Mexico. We raced Ensenadas, Mid-Winters, Del Rey Cup, the first Puerto Vallarta, Around Catalina overnight where we beat Bill Ficker sailing Pat Dougan’s Columbia….etc. etc. One year we raced 55 times – 52 – firsts, 1 second, and 2 thirds.

Arthur was a good sailor but not as expert as others. He was personally challenged to directly sail Sirius, by our good friend Bob Lynch of Sally, in the Del Rey Cup, where he won handily. However, we were very fortunate to sail with the likes of Burke Sawyer, Lanny Coon, Tom Blackaller, Roy Bream, Fred Huffman, and so many more wonderful sailors. I do remember several of you who have commented herein and delighted to know you’re all well.

I was in college when we first got the boat and had it through my graduate school time. She was maintained like a Bristol classic car and no new invention or sail type wasn’t tried to ensure her racing success. Arthur, when finished with the boat, donated her to the Boys Scouts of America, who in exchange offered him use of their recent donation – James Arness’s custom built 58′ catamaran Sea Smoke. Once you’ve gone fast it’s hard to go anything but faster. For two years we raced her on the West Coast – sometimes hitting 35mph in the right weather.

I can say that once you’ve had a boat of that caliber of performance and crew, you understand what the best is all about. Great boat design, great sail design, great equipment, and a great crew all working in sync like a fine Swiss watch….. what fun! I wish I could do it all over again.

And Fred, I do remember you. I very much appreciate your interest.

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This year it took place for a fourth time already. The exhibition is considered the principal event on the sporting and social calendar. The Moscow Yacht Show 2010 united in one area three of the largest Russian yachts distributors: Ultramarine, Nordmarine and Premium Yachts.

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The first pavilion of Crocus Expo IEC hosted an extraordinary exposition of the 5th International exhibition of yachts and boats Moscow Boat Show. The show had been incredibly famous for five years already not only thanks to the specialists of the market segment as well as professional sportsmen but also thanks to those who consider sailing sport to be their hobby and well cherished dream.

Moscow Boat Show 2012

The organizer of the project was the Crocus Expo International Exhibition Centre. The show was supported by Aston Martin Moscow, Burevestnik Group logistics department and the Yachting specialized magazine.

The exposition space increased up to 30 000 sq m and was accommodated in all 4 exhibition halls of the fairgrounds! 280 Russian (Arkhangelsk, Vyborg, Kazan, Kaluga, Republic of Karelia, Moscow and Moscow region, Nizhny Novgorod, Novorossiysk, Novosibirsk, Rostov-on-Don, Samara, St. Petersburg, Sverdlovsk region, Sochi, Chelyabinsk, Tyumen and Yaroslavl region) and foreign ( Denmark , Germany , Holland , Greece , Spain , Italy , Cyprus , China , Latvia , Poland , USA , Turkey , Ukraine, Finland , France , Montenegro and Croatia ) companies participate in the show.

Moscow Boat Show provided the perfect platform from which to preview new products, evaluate market trends, and establish long-lasting and commercially profitable partnerships. Despite the dynamic changes taking place in Russia and the rapid growth of the yachting sector, the show continued to complement and reflect the industry’s demand and is a promotional opportunity not to be missed!

Unique exhibits were presented at the show for the first time: exposition of private submarines from U-Boat Russia company, Marquis Yachts 420 SB motor yacht from Sport Bridge S. Marine series, SAGA-415 yacht from Saga Boats Norwegian shipyard, Jetlev-Flyer from MS Watersports.

Moscow Boat Show a Great Success

More than 400 yachts were displayed within the frames of the event including the largest boats ever exhibited in Russia – the 19-meter giant motor yacht Princess 54 as well as the Princess 50 yacht from Nord Marine and Baja speed boat from Burevestnik.

Domfinland OY unveiled a luxury project from Finnish real estate: a seaside premium class hotel in Hanko named consonant with the location Merihanko.

The trade fair was traditionally opened by a Gala Opening Ceremony. Arcady Zlotnikov, First Deputy Director Crocus Expo IEC, was the first to take the floor at the official opening ceremony. He greeted warmly exhibitors, guests and visitors of Moscow Boat Show. Nikolay Krjuchek, Deputy Chief of the State Inspection on Small size Vessels (GIMS) of the Ministry for Emergency Situations of Russia, Georguiy Shaiduko, Acting President of the Russian Yachting Federation (VFPS), Olympic champion in Atlanta and Ekaterina Grishechkina, Director of exhibition Moscow Boat Show also spoke at the ceremony.

The high-ranking guests noted dynamic development of the branch which well reasoned the intensive growth of the exposition and appearance of rather unique “gems”.

A number of business meetings and negotiations were held within the frames of the project: the exhibition was visited by a large delegation of Greek businessmen for the purpose of establishment of mutually beneficial cooperation with the Russian colleagues.

More than 400 yachts on display at the Show

Russian Yachting Federation (VFPS) celebrated its 100 anniversary within the frames of Moscow Boat Show and arranged an exposition of future sailing sport museum (rare awards, gifts, articles from private collections, pictures and etc.) which had been collected since 1912.

Due to carefully chosen running dates the show was visited by more than 26 000 people. The majority of the visitors were of targeted audience – vessel owners and specialists of the branch.

The work at the next edition of the show is under way! The show will be held in March 2013. The overall exhibit space will comprise 40 000 sq m. The exhibition will impress with exclusive exhibits and the latest technological achievements.

Moscow Boat Show was not only an entertaining but at the same time a business promotional event. Participation in the trade fair was a unique opportunity to present a company and products to a distinctly selected targeted audience of industry specialists. They were well prepared to discuss business in the Russian market and even to close a deal on-site.

The show helped representatives of yachting business to get acquainted with their Russian colleagues and gradually improved national yachting market to a new level. It is obvious that for 5 years of its running the project has turned to a status event of the international exhibitions calendar.

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