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The Australian shipbuilder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5309" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Grand Banks Yachts (Company)">Grand Banks</a> has unveiled its flagship Grand Banks 85 at Palm Beach International Boat Show 2022. The first hull in the series, named <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8485" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Betty25.9m (84'12&quot;)Grand Banks Yachts2021">Betty</a>, made her highly anticipated world debut in Florida, USA, where she will be delivered to her owners immediately after.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/221224/image/large-2d1305e86db866073b5367424ca6be5e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/221224"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8485" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Betty25.9m (84'12&quot;)Grand Banks Yachts2021">Betty’</a>s hull was designed by a team of leading naval architects at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5309" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Grand Banks Yachts (Company)">Grand Banks Yachts</a>, with her underwater geometry formed by NASA and the American Navy’s databases. This continual pursuit for perfection has led to only premium materials being used in the construction of her hull, deck and superstructure. This in turn produces a low centre of gravity to deliver outstanding performance across her range. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/221252/image/large-d18c3b9eb41e9ff4748d280b285c8a15.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/221252"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/221249/image/large-645a1e2df803c7171bf1f9922d559957.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/221249">The GB85 design is an evolution of the Grand Banks 60 which was unveiled in 2017, and maintains the same elegant lines and opulent interiors that define the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5309" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Grand Banks Yachts (Company)">Grand Banks style</a>. The GB85 takes this design in a bold new performance-driven and fuel-efficient direction. The GB85 benefits from the knowledge <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5309" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Grand Banks Yachts (Company)">Grand Banks</a> has gained from building cruising designs for nearly seven decades and delivering more than 7,000 yachts. The GB85 is an ocean-going Bluewater cruiser that is also suited to coastal cruising, thanks to her shallow draft. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/221257/image/large-6febbdb62a8dc6b36614ef022e200fc2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/221257"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/221235/image/large-fa6062a7408bbe48c87f9aca89621ead.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/221235"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5309" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Grand Banks Yachts (Company)">Grand Banks</a>' Eastbay and Palm Beach are the only motor yachts to be built using proprietary V-Warp technology to produce superior performance, unrivalled fuel efficiency and soft riding vessels in their class, with the benefit of minimising impact to the environment.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/221202/image/large-cd4b58e25a09288bbd071686749b218b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/221202"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8485" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Betty25.9m (84'12&quot;)Grand Banks Yachts2021"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/221212/image/large-5c2c5430b48bd6c5e90f81fe1269a3a9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/221212">Betty</a> is powered by twin 1,000 horsepower <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1450" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo (Company)">Volvo</a> engines that provide her with a cruising speed of 21 knots. A beam of 22 feet allows <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5309" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Grand Banks Yachts (Company)">Grand Banks</a> to offer a range of internal configurations and amenities for both guests and crew. For long-distance cruising, special attention was given to both sociability and privacy. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/221240/image/large-249bc1b415d330ae2b0c378587be8103.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/221240">“First, we focused on what makes a superior long-distance cruiser while underway for long legs,” said CEO Mark Richards. “This means understanding the rhythm that occurs while on passage, and creating various spaces where you can separate from others off-watch. Some people onboard are focused on running the boat, others are relaxing, and others may be sleeping. This approach ticks a lot of boxes in how the design comes together.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/221227/image/large-a1f0103f24795619a56d12f80b9a1ad9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/221227"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8485" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Betty25.9m (84'12&quot;)Grand Banks Yachts2021">Betty</a> will be stateside for a short while before heading to Europe where she will feature at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2022.

Grand Banks 85 yacht Betty debut

Grand Banks has unveiled its flagship Grand Banks 85 at Palm Beach International Boat Show 2022. The first hull in the series is named Betty

World debut: Grand Banks unveils flagship Grand Banks 85 at Palm Beach International Boat Show 2022

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/142316/image/large-cbd1a055c6a6375684effac30bb7dd32.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/142316">Superyacht ChristopherThe construction of superyacht Christopher commenced at the end of 2008 when Pendennis announced the partnership with Ron Holland Design and Palm Beach Yachts International to build a new 46 metre performance cruising ketch. This is the third Ron Holland sailing yacht to come out of Pendennis alongside the aluminium performance sloop Boo Too and the 100’ composite SuperMaxi sloop Cap Gemini. She was launched in December 2010, and can be seen here competing in the 2011 Saint Barths Bucket.Photo by Bob Paylor

The 46 metre sailing yacht Christopher in the Caribbean

The 46m Ron Holland ketch, superyacht Christopher took to the waters of Falmouth Bay for her final sea trials in mid February. It was a stunning winter’s day as the yacht manoeuvred around the Carrick Roads and out into Falmouth Bay, the sunlit waves reflected beautifully on her dark blue hull. The four hour sail trials enabled the Pendennis team and Christopher crew to assess her rig in preparation for the St Barths Bucket Regatta. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/134303/image/large-c1cd9aa434247789878a02984019b50b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/134303">Christopher has undergone three sets of sea trials: a motor trial followed by two sail trials. The initial sail trial was held in a building breeze, the morning providing 4-5 knots of wind ideal for dialling in the sailing systems, building to 20 knots in the afternoon powering the boat on a reach with the main, mizzen, staysail and reacher rig. Christopher’s crew were impressed with her performance, with the Southern Spars rigging and sails supplied by North Sails performing impeccably. The most recent sail trial took place in 14-16 knots wind which is the optimum wind strength for her windward sailing capability, enabling trials of her full main, full mizzen and genoa. Terry Gould, Captain of Christopher, commented “It was a real pleasure sailing Christopher for the first time. The team at Pendennis have delivered a world-class cruising and racing vessel. Christopher handled extremely well in the conditions, proving Ron Holland’s expertise in developing stylish designs built for both looks and performance.” This is the 3rd Ron Holland sailing yacht to come out of Pendennis alongside the aluminium performance sloop Boo Too and the 100’ composite SuperMaxi sloop Cap Gemini, making Christopher the 31st launch in Pendennis’ New Build portfolio. Ron Holland’s reputation is for designing high performance ocean yachts that effortlessly balance ease of handling with his signature sleek modern styling, as the recent photos of Christopher reveal. Ron outlined the complexities presented by this beautiful yacht “Creating Christopher has been both a challenging and pleasurable experience for all involved. To combine our clients’ goals for a yacht that reflected the classic style yachts of earlier years with the most advanced sailing technology needed careful consideration from the Ron Holland design team. Seeing Christopher under full sail confirms our most exacting design goals. We are looking forward to St Barths.” The yacht set sail on Saturday 26th February in perfect conditions for her trip across the Atlantic to the Caribbean. She will be competing in the 25th Anniversary St Barths Bucket with her delighted owners on board. Owner’s representative Duane McPhail of Palm Beach Yacht commented: “The team at Pendennis has worked tirelessly to deliver her in time for St Barths and as a result the yacht looks stunning. We are sure she will turn heads in the Caribbean and the owners are very excited about being able to sail Christopher for the first time.” Pendennis +44 1326 211344 <a href="mailto:info@pendennis.com?subject=SY%20Chirstopher%20completes%20sea%20trial%20article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@pendennis.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.pendennis.com">www.pendennis.com</a> Ron Holland +353 21 477 4866 <a href="mailto:info@ronhollanddesign.com?subject=SY%20Chirstopher%20completes%20sea%20trial%20article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@ronhollanddesign.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.ronhollanddesign.com">www.ronhollanddesign.com</a> Palm Beach Yachts +1 561 863 0082 <a href="mailto:info@pbyintl.com?subject=SY%20Chirstopher%20completes%20sea%20trial%20article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@pbyintl.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.pbyachts.com">www.pbyachts.com</a>

Superyacht Christopher completes sail trials

Palm Beach Yachts International (PBYI) has announced that its yacht construction division has recently completed the overarching management on behalf of the owner of the 141’ Trinity Big City and has just signed a yacht construction management agreement with an owner to build a 150’ Pendennis S/V; Ron Holland Design serves as architect and interior designer. The PBYI project is due to deliver in December 2010.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127104/image/large-b0e6375d85c6eeac34f74c0de128a99a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127104">Duane MacPhail, PBYI’s president comments about the firm’s ability to manage a superyacht’s build process for both power and sail owners, “For nearly 15 years PBYI has excelled in the exacting process of overseeing new yacht construction on behalf of our clients. Our owners have come to appreciate that whether their yacht is power or sail, we provide the critical yacht management role that encompasses the financial, logistical, operations and communications expertise they need.”When PBYI works with an owner on construction of a new custom yacht, every aspect of the process is considered and carried through with exacting attention to detail. PBYI’s in-house yacht project management division offers this expertise through practical experience gained during the construction of a variety of boats and a comprehensive knowledge of shipyards, vendors and contractors. Further, PBYI’s expertise has been honed by creating synergy and teamwork amongst the variety of building partners so necessary to the on-time, on-budget completion of a superyacht.According to Ron Holland, “The collaboration between Ron Holland Design, Pendennis Shipyard and the owner's project manager, Palm Beach Yachts International, has incorporated a wide range of experience and talent to ensure that this new performance-oriented cruising ketch is completed to the highest level of quality.”PBYI’s newly signed 150’ Pendennis will yield a fast, comfortable high-performance cruising ketch with aluminum hull, a carbon fiber rig and retractable centerboard keel. The interior will feature three staterooms and a study with accommodations for ten and sleeping quarters for eight crew.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127105/image/large-926aba7d138882d77825419921eb01a7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127105"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/132" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank">Big City</a>, the 141’ Trinity that just launched and that Palm Beach Yachts International managed for her owner is a tri-deck motoryacht built with an aluminum hull and superstructure. She is powered by twin Caterpillar C32 Diesels (1,825hp each) and has both ABS Maltese Cross and MCA compliant classifications. Each guest stateroom is ensuite with a total of ten guest accommodations. Big City’s living areas include an open plan main/dining salon, a main aft deck, an oversized swim platform (fondly dubbed “The Beach”), a skylounge, Portuguese bridge and sun deck. A 32’ Intrepid, 18’ Nautica, two 3-man wave runners, water skis and snorkel gear provide ample tenders and toys for owners and guests alike.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127106/image/large-c1b0144a83ab45a723c57ded7010e0b6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127106">Patrick Knowles, Big City’s interior designer, knows well the intricacies involved in delivering owners the finished yacht that they had originally envisioned. Of PBYI’s ability to communicate the owner’s perception, Knowles says, “Duane MacPhail and the entire organization of PBYI project a clear and consistent directive regarding the owner’s desire. Their team is extremely organized and efficient in coordinating the efforts of the designer and the shipyard to ensure that the project remains on track and that the final result is exactly what the owner had envisioned. It has been an absolute pleasure collaborating with Palm Beach Yachts International.”