About Javier Soto Acebal

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Javier Soto Acebal

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/51692" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solaris launch largest sailing yacht to date: 34m Cefea (2020-08-24 16:00:00 +0200)">Launched in August 2020</a> at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4984" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Performance Boats Italy (Company)">Performance Boats</a> shipyard, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5305" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solaris Yachts (Company)">Solaris Yachts</a>’ super sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8467" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CeFeA33.77m (110'10&quot;)Solaris Yachts2020">CeFeA</a> is the largest <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5305" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solaris Yachts (Company)">Solaris</a> built to date. At 33.77-metre in length the vessel has some seriously cool features which make her both a high performance racing yacht and a top luxury cruiser. SYT stepped aboard the yacht, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/53736" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The 34m sailing yacht CeFeA is now for sale (2021-09-21 12:00:00 +0200)">which came on the market in September</a>, to chat to her owner and to find out a little more about the vessel.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/209822/image/large-72912adb7cfee065d188947252e0f7dd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/209822">&nbsp;Chatting to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8467" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CeFeA33.77m (110'10&quot;)Solaris Yachts2020">CeFeA</a>’s owner Marc Giorgetti on deck as the sun went down at the MYS, I asked him what he felt were the best features of the yacht; “For me it is her excellent performance, weighed by the fact that she is a comfortable cruising yacht that has all of the features of a much larger motor yacht, such as climate control, impressive noise reduction and the aesthetic to match.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/206753/image/large-efa9021b243ee371060e870c70d89ecf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/206753">Giorgetti is the major shareholder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8467" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CeFeA33.77m (110'10&quot;)Solaris Yachts2020">CeFeA</a>’s builder, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5305" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solaris Yachts (Company)">Solaris Yachts</a>, and when I enquired about his reason for selling her, he explained that he was in the process of constructing another vessel, slightly greater in length. “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8467" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CeFeA33.77m (110'10&quot;)Solaris Yachts2020">CeFeA</a> has been the ideal yacht for me and my family, but it is time to move onto something a little different. We have recently finalised the designs for the new yacht and I can’t wait to start building her. It's going to be a very exciting vessel that matches or even exceeds <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8467" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CeFeA33.77m (110'10&quot;)Solaris Yachts2020">CeFeA</a> in her performance and comfort!”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/206757/image/large-ace99d6e41f7e6fe9d3a4b387ba23ec3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/206757"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/206761/image/large-dd8f372c78eddcb482a050306a24f352.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/206761">As an avid yachtsman, Giorgetti worked closely with the yacht's designers to create a vessel that ticked all of the boxes. Featuring an exterior design from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4642" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MYT Group (Company)">Studio MYT</a>, which is also the creative mind behind her luxurious interiors, and naval architecture from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/169" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Javier Soto Acebal (Company)">Javier Soto Acebal</a>, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5305" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solaris Yachts (Company)">Solaris Yacht</a> can accommodate as many as nine guests between four comfortable staterooms. One of the most notable things about the vessel's interior is the large spaces which seem to open up as you walk through the yacht, culminating in the master stateroom to aft which is filled with light from windows which wrap along the aft wall and ceiling. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/206739/image/large-7c822c3492baa187b38a58a3e7f969c4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/206739"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/206740/image/large-c7c984e1ce2e855dba8479b22c34135d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/206740">Aside from the impressive width, double bathroom and aft facing bed, this master suite leads directly out onto the beach club, giving her owners immediate access to the water. This aft location also means that when there are many guests onboard, they have access to the stateroom without having to walk through the entire vessel, offering her owners additional privacy.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/206756/image/large-e424078ea2c0d92a7fc83ab3a6abd260.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/206756">The vessel seems to have internal volumes which belies her length. The main saloon is finished in creams and neutral tones which create a calm and homely atmosphere, while curved forms from the wooden finish on the ceiling to the arms of the settee lend an organic and romantic aesthetic. With a large dining table on one side and an L-shaped settee on the other, the main saloon is the perfect location to relax after a long day on the water, especially if you are sailing in the colder climates of the northern hemisphere.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/206742/image/large-62c0ce46db2243a5bfb6ff9e7a891d11.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/206742"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/206734/image/large-02cbefd327e0a13b8d5c96c66b9f1545.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/206734">Moving forward from the saloon is a raised chart table, where guests can pour over their itinerary and plan the route of their cruise. From here there is access to the three additional staterooms, each with its own ensuite bathroom, which have been finished with panelled walls that lend the space an Asian influence. The bathrooms are complete with gold taps and black marble tops and walls which have a true superyacht style.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/206736/image/large-f189284205bc93507c8e6dd2b3306fec.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/206736"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/206733/image/large-3b315eb6398688dc355e2d04c8cf8992.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/206733">While there is no doubt the yacht can pick up some serious speed under canvas, with her massive 312 square-metres of sail, even under power <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8467" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CeFeA33.77m (110'10&quot;)Solaris Yachts2020">CeFeA</a> can reach top speeds of 11 knots. She also has a range of 1,700 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 9.5 knots, so even if the wind fails you, you are sure to get to wherever your heart desires! <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/206755/image/large-5a0baadc587396168fdea4ce4c8b5b19.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/206755">

Ownership interview with sailing yacht CeFea

SYT chats to the owner of CeFea to discover more about the yacht and about why he is selling her.

Onboard CeFeA: Owner Marc Giorgetti on his sailing yacht without limits

After putting its flagship project through its paces in Italy, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5305" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solaris Yachts (Company)">Solaris Yachts</a> is ready to deliver the 34-metre sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8467" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cefea33.77m (110'10&quot;)Solaris Yachts2020">CeFeA</a> to her owners. The Solaris 111 project, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5305" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solaris Yachts (Company)">Solaris</a>' first yacht over 30 metres in length, was <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/51692" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solaris launch largest sailing yacht to date: 34m Cefea (2020-08-24 16:00:00 +0200)">launched in August</a> at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/589" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Performance Boats (Company)">Performance Boats</a> yard where she was built&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/179280/image/large-7df5752d520a055573f9e0374340a9fb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/179280">The yacht’s hull and deck are constructed from pre-preg carbon and fitted with a lifting keel suitable for world cruising at racing speeds. <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/southern-spars" target="_blank">Southern Spars</a> were responsible for the mast, whereas <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/future-fibres-s-l-u" target="_blank">Future Fibers</a> and <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/doyle-sails-nz-ltd" target="_blank">Doyle</a> worked on the rig and sails respectively.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/179271/image/large-896eeaf940f4552356e4194f30a2c693.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/179271"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/67237/image/large-6075a5fae62750a81b85b17ff97e376b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/67237">Designed by both MYT Group and <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/solaris-yachts" target="_blank">Solaris Yachts</a> with naval architecture by <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/javier-soto-acebal" target="_blank">Soto Acebal</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8467" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cefea33.77m (110'10&quot;)Solaris Yachts2020">CeFeA</a> was built with an innovative interior layout, a 22-ton fin keel and bulb and an ultra-lightweight hull and rig.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/179273/image/large-cdd34f4578117b4d7c3ba3492158a32d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/179273">Inside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8467" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cefea33.77m (110'10&quot;)Solaris Yachts2020">CeFeA</a> features a full-beam master cabin with two bathrooms and direct access to the private beach. The additional three staterooms help to accommodate up to eight guests in total.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/67236/image/large-2f601ade5de90709d5c004d58cf2ff53.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/67236"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/69755/image/large-dde40674639c4f8b885fad834ad5e7dc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/69755">

Solaris yacht Cefea nearing completion

The Solaris flagship yacht CeFeA is nearing completion in Italy by Solaris Yachts. 

Solaris flagship sailing yacht CeFeA ready for delivery

Sailing <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/alexia/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Alexia, for sale</a>, was built by the Italian shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/166" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wally (Company)">Wally</a> in 2004. The 30.63-metre yacht has full carbon rigging and sleek lines with naval architecture and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/169" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Javier Soto Acebal (Company)">Javier Soto Acebal</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/232" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alexia30.63m (100'6&quot;)Wally2003">Alexia</a>’s interiors were designed in-house.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/176998/image/large-537403fbe1e59ff362166f45106b1b1e.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/176998"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/177002/image/large-a994b448443e6d29b5ecabd38b402c9c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/177002">This <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/wally/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Wally yacht for sale</a> has won regattas such as the Maxi Rolex Cup and Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez. Styled with mahogany detailing and cream furnishings throughout, the detailing on this <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/sailing/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">sailing yacht for sale</a> is purposefully designed for weight reduction. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/177010/image/large-b4e5a01a092a0fdb93f01561fb6a9d5d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/177010"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/177005/image/large-9fc7e95fb34a7186ef31682cb948fb72.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/177005"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/177001/image/large-0cebbcbcd580cd85795a148b158a9fd3.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/177001">Her previous owner modernised <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/alexia/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Alexia, for sale</a> after a recent refit. The custom yacht has an exceptionally spacious interior fit to accommodate six guests within her five cabins and is equipped with a full-beam master cabin, centre cockpit and a bathing platform.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/176997/image/large-059d73786a01b598da8cf0e8b216da2b.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/176997">

31m sailing yacht Alexia for sale

New to the market: yacht Alexia for sale! She is a 31m 

Wally build launched in 2004, accommodating up to six guests and four crew.

31m Wally sailing yacht Alexia for sale

The largest <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5305" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solaris Yachts (Company)">Solaris</a> sailing yacht to date has been launched. The 33.77-metre yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8467" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cefea33.77m (110'10&quot;)Solaris Yachts2020">Cefea</a> is now heading off on sea trials to the Golfe de Sant-Tropez to test out her capabilities as a luxury cruiser-racer. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/172901/image/large-d19056b7bf5a9ca6ba91d0a4f2857028.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/172901"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/172907/image/large-ff8433b71190e1307ff1588f549add0e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/172907">Designed by both MYT Group and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5305" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solaris Yachts (Company)">Solaris Yachts</a> with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/169" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Javier Soto Acebal (Company)">Soto Acebal</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8467" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cefea33.77m (110'10&quot;)Solaris Yachts2020">Cefea</a> was built with an innovative interior layout, a 22-ton fin keel and bulb and an ultra-lightweight hull and rig. Inside, she features a full-beam master cabin with two bathrooms and direct access to the private beach. The additional three staterooms help to accommodate up to eight guests in total. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/172905/image/large-599e4424379adf21fe8b82e21c6c81b5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/172905"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/172908/image/large-9d9ccb031e5cf2cad7aed4f9d00baf7f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/172908"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/172902/image/large-dc4dd131fd02d147f10b63ea80d3eef6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/172902">Her hull and deck are constructed from pre-preg carbon and fitted with a lifting keel suitable for world cruising at racing speeds. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2447" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Spars (Company)">Southern Spars</a> were responsible for the mast, whereas <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/804" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Future Fibres S.L.U (Company)">Future Fibers</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2956" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Doyle Sails NZ Ltd (Company)">Doyle</a> worked on the rig and sails respectively.

Solaris launch largest sailing yacht to date: 34m yacht Cefea

The largest Solaris sailing yacht to date has been launched. The 33.77-metre yacht Cefea is now heading off on sea trials.

Solaris launch largest sailing yacht to date: 34m Cefea

<img src="/uploads/store/photo/86995/image/large-14754c15fc3253e2ad429f863545b009.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/86995">Captured departing the medieval port of Bonifacio on the island of Corsica recently is the 40-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/166" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wally (Company)">Wally</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/199" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Black Sail39.95m (131'1&quot;)Wally2009">Black Sails</a>, launched in 2009 under the Wally 130 name. Known more recently as Angel’s Share before changing ownership in 2017, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/199" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Black Sail39.95m (131'1&quot;)Wally2009">Black Sails</a> is the design work of Argentinian, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/169" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Javier Soto Acebal (Company)">Javier Soto</a>. The yacht underwent an extensive refit by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> in 2010 with the London-based design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/168" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Harrison Eidsgaard (Company)">Harrison Eidsgaard</a> providing the interiors, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4785" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amanda Levete Architects (AL_A) (Company)">Amanda Levete Architects</a> providing the deck structure. As a result of this refit, Angel's Share was awarded the World Superyachts’ Best Refit award in 2011. Under previous ownership, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/199" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Black Sail39.95m (131'1&quot;)Wally2009">Black Sails</a> competed in several prestigious regattas.

Wally's sailing yacht Black Sails in Bonifacio

The 40-metre performance sailing yacht Black Sails by Wally departing the port of Bonifacio. 

The Wally sailing yacht Black Sails in Bonifacio

Due to be ready during the year 2020, the 33.8-metre modern sailing sloop Solaris 111 is currently under construction at the Italian yard <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/companies/performance-boats-italy">Performance Boats</a> for compatriot yard <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/companies/solaris-yachts">Solaris Yachts</a>. The Solaris 111 yacht will be the largest Solaris to date and the shipyard's first superyacht over 30 metres.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/67238/image/large-bb002aefafd1ad565f8536c5a1c4c60e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/67238"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/67191/image/large-d8ec52dc91054038335a61f6c050e4e7.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/67191">Both the exterior and interior designs are the result of a collaboration between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5305" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solaris Yachts (Company)">Solaris Yachts</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4642" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MYT Group (Company)">MYT Group</a>, whereas <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/169" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Javier Soto Acebal (Company)">Javier Soto Acebal</a> contributed to the naval architecture. The Solaris 111 is suited to accommodate up to eight guests across four staterooms and up to six crew. Fully constructed in carbon pre-preg, the Solaris 111 has a displacement of 78 tons and has the power to reach cruising speeds of up to 11.5 knots. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/67237/image/large-6075a5fae62750a81b85b17ff97e376b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/67237"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/69755/image/large-dde40674639c4f8b885fad834ad5e7dc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/69755"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4984" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Performance Boats Italy (Company)">Performance Boats</a> has previously completed new-builds from other shipyards, such as the 28.3-metre <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/yachts/nahita-28m">Nahita</a> for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/166" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wally (Company)">Wally</a>.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/67236/image/large-2f601ade5de90709d5c004d58cf2ff53.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/67236">

34m Solaris 111 yacht under construction at Performance Boats

The 33.8m Solaris 111 yacht will be the largest Solaris to date and the shipyards first superyacht over 30 metres.

34m Solaris 111 sailing yacht under construction at Performance Boats

Astillero Buquebus has launched the 52.5 metre superyacht Doña Francisca. Doña Francisca is the first yacht this size to be launched in Uraguay.<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/hAg8q30u1ho" width="560"></iframe>The yacht is designed by Javier Soto Acebal, and offers accommodation in a full-beam master suite, and two twin cabins.The designer describes the interior of the yacht as "simple and spacious, showing a classic style".Javier Soto Acebal +54 11 4772 9980 <a href="mailto:javier@sotoacebal.com?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">javier@sotoacebal.com</a> <a href="http://www.sotoacebal.com" target="_blank">www.sotoacebal.com</a>

52.5 Metre superyacht Doña Francisca launched

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/121928/image/large-aeb4baaf2c44482cb597bae531a3a1ec.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/121928">Fano, Italy - The advanced composite construction of the hull of the super high performance <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/199">Wally 130</a>, is completed at WallyEurope shipyard.The slim and light hull of the new super yacht was successfully turned and re-positioned inside the shed, to start the next phases of the building process: the outfitting and the installation of the deck. The construction is on schedule and the launching is due in spring 2008 <noscript></noscript>

WallyEurope: turning of the hull of the Wally 130

Another Wally breakthrough design is in the pipeline: the new Wally 130 recently ordered by an experienced yachtsman will be the fastest sailing yacht upwind. Featuring the water ballast combined with the trim tab lifting keel, this mega sloop is developed by Wally with the lines by Javier Soto Acebal, and the interiors by Foster and Partners.This movable ballast combination has been selected by Wally Research &amp; Development department to optimise safety and performance in such a large yacht: the 11-ton (24,251 lbs) water ballast improves the stability of the light displacement boat (only 84 tons - 185,200 lbs) while the 6-meter deep keel with trim tab improves the lift. The draft can be reduced to 4 meters to allow the access to ports and bays. The sail plan includes the self tacking jib for the cruising mode and the 110% jib for the racing configuration. The deck is similar to that of the Wally 143 currently under construction: it is characterized by the bulwark leaving the hull lines pure while offering more privacy and protection. Furthermore, in the Wally 130 the bulwark amidships hosts on both sides part of the water tanks (the remaining extends down below).The layout recalls a city loft building: like in the Wally 143, it is a continuous uncluttered area, a sort of a huge open cockpit. In fact, there are no social areas already defined for specific uses but the whole deck can be lived anywhere and anyway according to the different moments, requirements and mood thanks to the movable components similar to those of the 118 WallyPower aft cockpit. The stern features the so-called Terrace on the sea.The loft concept characterises the interiors as well: below deck, the layout features an aft space opening into the Terrace on the sea that uniquely includes the owner’s night area and the living area. The rest of the accommodation is for two guests in a double cabin and six crew in four cabins. All cabins have en-suites. The dining area includes the galley and is used by the owners and guests and as a crew mess. As a result, the contemporary and essential interior styling and finishing is the same throughout the interiors, with no distinction from the owner-guest to the crew-service areas. The Wally 130 is built at WallyEurope shipyard in Fano, Italy, with the latest advanced composite technology using pre-preg carbon. The delivery date is scheduled in January 2008.<noscript></noscript>