Sanlorenzo is a brand that has a rich and long-established history in the superyacht world. Building upon the pre-existing pure lines, elegance, balanced proportions and Mediterranean flair found in the 46Steel range, the Italian superyacht builder presented the bigger and better sub-500 GT 52Steel model in 2015. Fast forward half a decade and Sanlorenzo has moved four of their 52-metre products into the water and four remain in the shed; marking a perfect time to go behind the scenes of what makes this model one of the stars of the Sanlorenzo fleet. Photo: Charl van Rooy / SuperYacht TimesPhoto: Charl van Rooy / SuperYacht TimesLooking out on to the Montemarcello-Magra natural reserve in the province of La Spezia sits Sanlorenzo Superyacht Division headquarters. Inside, a dedicated team are working solely on the construction and development of the 52Steel line. The Project Engineer, a team of style and décor architects, the Project Manager and Chief Director all work in unison to oversee the building process of each and every 52Steel, including hull numbers 147 and 143 which are currently being built on speculation and are due to hit the water during 2022. Photo: Charl van Rooy / SuperYacht Times“We have built these units on spec as it is very important to give continuity. With this constant production, we manage to keep all workers busy. Because we keep the same workers involved in the same line of yachts, we naturally continue to improve the quality boat by boat,” explains Sanlorenzo’s Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Antonio Santella. “It is normal here at Sanlorenzo that we always have at least one boat per line under construction as a speculation project because the delivery time is a key selling point for a new yacht,” he adds.Photo: Tom van Oossanen / SuperYacht TimesAs the factory workers focus on constructing the two speculation hulls, Santella describes the sort of owner these new-builds will attract. “A smart person! If comparing all new constructions under 500 GRT, any owner will find these yachts have more volume, the smartest solutions and the best performances at the right price.” Six smart owners have already secured their own 52Steel, the latest being Lady Lena who recently completed her sea trials and is now awaiting delivery. As the fourth unit in the series, Lady Lena carries the same machinery as the previous unit, KD, and was tested on forecasted speed, range, noise and vibration levels. Before her delivery, Sanlorenzo will add some extra detail to her interior decor, “as usual,” comments Santella. Photo: SanLorenzoSanlorenzo’s team of engineers together with the designers at Officina Italiana Design put together the 52Steel platform, first seen in the form of Seven Sins. Interior designer Mauro Micheli was brought on board to bring each owner’s ideal interior design to life. Each with their own peculiarities, every unit in the 52Steel line features the same steel hull with bulbous bow, big stabilisers below the waterline and hefty beam of 9.5 metres. The 52Steel is the perfect platform for exploring popular cruising grounds such as the Mediterranean. Her manageable size means she will be welcome in the region’s most tucked-away marinas whilst providing her guests with the space to enjoy the ample amenities. Photo: Charl van Rooy / SuperYacht TimesDesigned with an entire aft deck dedicated to lifestyle, the 52-metre range comes complete with a large pool and a specially engineered 94-square-metre beach club that uses all three sides of the lower deck to transform the area into one floating water-side paradise. The separate wellness area forward of the beach club adds a complete experience that caters to your body and mind. Once all 12 guests are on board, the large gym can be explored, as well as the main-deck saloon and the glass-covered side bulwarks on both the main and upper deck. Not forgetting the float-in tender garage for a 7.5-metre tender, the 52Steel also comes with an additional garage for a rescue boat and an impressive range of watersport toys.
As Sanlorenzo confirms a positive net profit of €27 million for the year of 2019, the shipyard is lining up Toute Sweet and hull number 131 to hit the water this year. These next instalments of the 52Steel line are hotly anticipated; and not just by those who are curious to see how their owners choose to embellish the interiors. Once again, the industry will see how the 52Steel platform continues to combine the refined elegance and typical timeless lines that gives a superyacht the Sanlorenzo stamp.
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