An intrepid yacht owner planning to crisscross oceans is just weeks from taking delivery of his latest commission. Stella di Mare made her way to the water from her build shed at CBI Navi.
The LOA of 130’2” (39.67 meters) is a healthy step up from the owner’s previous megayacht. She was a 98-footer (30-meter), also christened Stella di Mare, a Darwin 96 from Cantiere delle Marche. Along with more room for him and his family to enjoy, the new yacht has higher volume, 430 gross tons.
Further of importance, the new Stella di Mare has a longer range. This cruising-loving family benefitted from a 4,500-nautical-mile range at 10 knots on their previous yacht. They promptly put 5,000 miles under her hull in the first five months, too. With the new Stella di Mare, they have a 6,900-nautical-mile range at 10½ knots at their disposal. Power comes from 1,000-hp Caterpillars. Hydro Tec and CBI Navi devised the steel hull form, fitted with a bulbous bow.
Hydrotec’s no-nonsense styling pairs with an interior by Fossati Design Bureau. Stella di Mare features accommodations for 12 guests and plenty of relaxation spaces. The megayacht has a traditional saloon and dining area, for example, open to one another, too. Sure to be a conversation piece, a custom round sailing chart is a focal point in the saloon. In addition, alfresco areas welcome the family to enjoy the cruising experience. The main aft deck is made for meals at anchor, occupying 603 square feet (56 square meters). Up top, the flying bridge encompasses 915 square feet (85 square meters). Overall, the 28-foot (8.6-meter) beam should create a comfortable atmosphere.
While CBI Navi finishes up work on Stella di Mare, it continues construction on a few others. “We have recently closed contracts for new yachts to be delivered in 2019 and 2020,” explains Francesco Guidetti, CBI Navi’s director. While he does not specify details, the yard does have a handful of designs in development on its website. They range in LOAs from 98 to 255 feet (30 to 77.7 meters).
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