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Video shows moments before superyacht went down in storm off Sicily

Newly released video captures a luxury superyacht being battered by a violent storm before it suddenly sank off Sicily with 22 people aboard Monday.

The grainy images obtained by NBC News and other outlets were recorded on closed-circuit television not far from where the Bayesian was anchored, about a half-mile from the port of Porticello, on Sicily’s northern coast .

The yacht's 250-foot mast, illuminated with lights and lashed by the storm, appears to bend to one side before it finally disappears and is replaced by darkness.

The speed with which a yacht built to handle the roughest seas capsized stunned maritime experts.  

“I can’t remember the last time I read about a vessel going down quickly like that, you know, completely capsizing and going down that quickly, a vessel of that nature, a yacht of that size,” said Stephen Richter of SAR Marine Consulting.

British tech tycoon Mike Lynch and five of the 22 other people who were aboard the 184-foot vessel remain unaccounted for and are believed to be trapped in the Bayesian’s hull, nearly 170 feet underwater.

Officials confirmed Monday that at least one person, the ship’s cook, had died.  

Superyachts like the Bayesian, which had been available for charters at a rate of $215,000 a week, are designed to stay afloat even as they are taking on water to give the people aboard a chance to escape, Richter said. 

“Boats of this size, they’re taking passengers on an excursion or a holiday,” Richter said. “They are not going to put them in situations where it may be dangerous or it may be uncomfortable, so this storm that popped up was obviously an anomaly. These vessels that carry passengers, they’re typically very well-maintained, very well-appointed.”

Built by Italian shipbuilder Perini Navi in 2008, the U.K.-registered Bayesian could carry 12 guests and a crew of up to 10, according to online specialist yacht sites. Its nearly 250-foot mast is the tallest aluminum sailing mast in the world, according to CharterWorld Luxury Yacht Charters. 

On Tuesday, Italian rescue workers resumed the search for Lynch and the five other passengers still missing: Lynch’s 18-year-old daughter, Hannah; Morgan Stanley International Chairman Jonathan Bloomer and his wife; and Clifford Chance lawyer Chris Morvillo and his wife.

“The fear is that the bodies got trapped inside the vessel,” Salvatore Cocina, the head of civil protection in Sicily, told Reuters .

The Bayesian is owned by a firm linked to Lynch’s wife, Angela Bacares, who was one of the 15 people rescued Monday after it capsized.

“It’s extremely rare for a boat of this size to sink,” Richter said.

What’s not rare is the kind of storm that sank it , said Simon Boxall, senior lecturer in oceanography at Britain’s University of Southampton.

“People assume the Mediterranean is this rather calm and passive place that never gets storms and always blue skies,” Boxall said. “In fact, you get some quite horrendous storms that are not uncommon at this time of year.”

The president of Italy’s meteorological society has said Monday’s violent storm may have involved a waterspout, essentially a tornado over water, or a downburst, which occurs more frequently but doesn’t involve the rotation of the air.

Luca Mercalli, president of the Italian Meteorology Society, also said recent temperatures may have been a factor. 

“The sea surface temperature around Sicily was around 30 degrees Celsius [86 Fahrenheit], which is almost 3 degrees more than normal,” Mercalli told Reuters. “This creates an enormous source of energy that contributes to these storms.”

The Mediterranean sailing vacation was designed to be a celebration for Lynch, who two months ago was acquitted by a San Francisco jury of fraud charges stemming from the 2011 sale of his software company Autonomy to Hewlett-Packard for $11 billion.

Prosecutors alleged that Lynch, dubbed “Britain’s Bill Gates,” and Autonomy’s vice president for finance, Stephen Chamberlain, had padded the firm’s finances ahead of the sale. Lynch’s lawyers argued that HP was so eager to acquire Autonomy that it failed to adequately check the books .

Lynch had taken Morvill, who was one of his defense attorneys, on the luxury trip. 

Chamberlain was not on the Bayesian.

In what appears to be a tragic coincidence, a car struck and killed Chamberlain on Saturday as he was jogging in a village about 68 miles north of London, local police said.

“Steve fought successfully to clear his good name at trial earlier this year, and his good name now lives on through his wonderful family,” Chamberlain’s lawyer, Gary Lincenberg, said in a statement .

Henry Austin reported from London and Corky Siemaszko from New York City.

Henry Austin is a senior editor for NBC News Digital based in London.

Corky Siemaszko is a senior reporter for NBC News Digital.

By SuperyachtNews 31 Oct 2022

Crewmember claims yacht was 'unseaworthy' when it collided with 49m tanker

There are still unanswered questions concerning the incident that involved a 63m superyacht and a 49m tanker in the bahamas….

On 23 December 2021, the 63m motoryacht Utopia IV was involved in a collision with the 49m tanker Tropic Breeze in the Bahamas . The tanker subsequently sank but, fortunately, no lives were lost, and according to various sources, the tanker’s cargo on board included ‘non-persistent materials only’.

While this accident could have been far worse, it should also be highlighted that the initial reports surrounding the incident were limited and somewhat insubstantial considering the gravity of it. 

One can’t help but question the deafening silence that followed after hurried official statements had been made praising the rescuers while showcasing gratitude for the limited environmental consequences. While that may be fair, there are still questions that remain unanswered from patchy reports. Now, almost one year later, one of the crewmembers who was on board at the time has decided to speak out against what they deem to be injustices leading up to, and following on from, the incident.

It should be noted that some of these claims have not been verified by evidence. Multiple individuals and organisations were contacted for this article, but very few were willing to go on the record to either confirm or deny these allegations.

What happened?

Utopia IV was involved in a collision with tanker Tropic Breeze on 23 December, 2021, sometime between 10pm and 10.15pm. The yacht was on an eight-hour passage through the Bahamas, cruising at a speed of 22 knots, with seven guests on board who were chartering the vessel.

The captain was on watch for the first four hours of this passage, but the crewmember has claimed that they actually left the bridge twice in the first hour, disappearing for up to 20 minutes at a time. Twelve minutes into the second disappearance, the superyacht was in a collision with the tanker. 

The radar and all the electronic equipment on board the yacht were in working order. However, the crewmember claims that the issue was that the radar was only zoomed out to about a six-mile radius, and in the time that the captain had disappeared from the bridge, the vessel had already travelled around 12 nautical miles.

The tanker sank in a matter of minutes, but unfortunately, nobody on board Utopia IV could rescue the seven crew on Tropic Breeze. According to the crewmember, Utopia IV didn’t have a rescue tender or a ladder or a pilot door. The crewmember said several of the crew on board sustained major injuries during the collision.

Utopia is a 10,000HP jet boat driven by 4 MTU engines, therefore, even if the vessel did have a stern ladder, it would have beeen impossible to recover anyone from 2m below the swim platform with the main engines still running. M/Y Amara, a nearby 57m Feadship, was able to deploy its crew on its rescue tender and save those on board the tanker.

The collision led to the tanker sinking 2,000 feet below sea level. The crewmember claims the tanker was carrying 150,000 gallons of gasoline and 10,000 gallons of propane, although the management company in charge of the tanker has denied these claims. The tanker’s cargo on board included non-persistent materials ­– all of which floated to the surface of the water and subsequently dissipated into the atmosphere, meaning the clean-up action was deemed only minimal.

The 32-year-old tanker was found by the authorities to be fully compliant with all national and international safety and vessel integrity standards just a few weeks before the incident. Due to the depth of the ocean at the location where the incident occurred, it was decided by authorities that the tanker could not be salvaged safely.

What has happened since?

The crewmember shared a recording of a meeting which took place early afternoon on Christmas Day (roughly 36 hours after the collision). The meeting involved the owner’s in-house lead attorney, the DPA of the charter company, and the Captain and Crew (apart from the Chief Engineer).

In the clip, the attorney promises every crewmember that their wages would be paid to them until they were fit for duty or until they reached maximum medical improvement. Despite this, the crew were informed that the owner had refused to pay their wages the very next day once their January paycheck never showed up.

At least one of the crewmembers has a long-term injury; they are awaiting life-changing surgery and say they haven’t been given a penny since the day of the crash. The legal team who were involved in this have not yet responded to a request for an interview.

Tropic Breeze was one of the smallest tankers in a fleet used to deliver resources to some of the less accessible islands in the Bahamas. Because of its size and specifications, it was the only tanker capable of delivering to these smaller islands, and there were initial worries about the need to dredge around some of the ports to allow space for bigger tankers.

 The management company that looks after the fleet has confirmed that the situation will be ‘looked after’ by other vessels currently in the fleet and by the acquisition of another ship. The management company also confirmed that nobody on board Tropic Breeze was seriously injured, but they could not speak on behalf of those on board Utopia IV.

These claims are incredibly illuminating and, if anything, showcase just how easy it is to uncover all the facts of a major incident in the superyacht industry. There is also evidence that suggests the yacht was placed under arrest on the 1st of December 2021.  The owner’s legal team were contacted but there have not yet replied, the yacht management company were also contacted but have not responded. The insurance company that were allegedly associated with the yacht were also contacted for an interview, but did not formally respond. This is an ongoing investigation, and SuperyachtNews will report on the case with caution. If you are an industry expert who would like to offer any insight or thoughts on this incident, please reach out to [email protected]

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M/Y Blue Magic Hits Boat in Italy

The 48-meter M/Y Blue Magic experienced an issue while berthing in Santa Maria Di Leuca, Italy, in the afternoon of July 23, the Maritime Bulletin reports. The vessel hits and apparently destroys a small sailboat berthed in the marina while also suffering damage to the bow. While the exact cause is not known, the incident is reportedly believed to be caused by an electronics system failure. Although there were passengers on board, there were no reported injuries. In a video posted online, Blue Magic slowly approaches the dock where the sailboats were berthed, and you can see the sailboat’s mast snap as the boat crumples on impact.

Photo from: Safety at Sea's Facebook video

UPDATE: 7/26/19 An assessment by Italian authorities indicates that the incident occurred because of a fault in the electronic propulsion control system, Maritime Executive reports. There was a failure between the command bridge and engine apparatus so the yacht was no longer responding to controls, making the impact inevitable, according to local media LecceSette . The Port State Control team also found that Blue Magic had several paperwork deficiencies, and the vessel has been temporarily detained until they have been resolved.

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Superyacht sinks latest: Investigators reveal where bodies were found as probe looks at 'crew's responsibility'

Italian officials revealed at a news conference there could be "a question of manslaughter" as they opened a shipwreck investigation and said the probe is also looking at the "crew's responsibility".

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• Prosecutor: There 'could be a question of manslaughter'
• Probe 'concentrating' on crew's responsibility
• Seven bodies recovered after five-day search of superyacht wreckage off Sicily
• Saturday's papers pay tribute to youngest victim Hannah Lynch
• Hannah's sister pays tribute to 'my little angel'
• Explained: Inside the superyacht | What challenges have faced divers?
• Eyewitness: Sombre scenes greet rescue teams as final body is brought ashore
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We're ending our live coverage for this evening but here is a recap of what we know:

• Prosecutors have opened a manslaughter investigation into the Bayesian sinking;
• Officials have revealed more details on their investigation and the difficult five-day rescue mission;
• The six bodies found during the search in recent days were all in cabins on the left-hand - and highest - side of the ship. Five were found in the first cabin and the sixth was found in the third;
• Prosecutors said the six passengers were most likely asleep when the boat sank;
• The probe is now focusing on the crew and their responsibilities, with the captain set to undergo more questioning.

Monday 19 August

The Bayesian yacht, flying a British flag, sinks at around 5am local time when the area was hit by a tornado.

Fifteen people are rescued from the 56 metre vessel - including a mother and baby - but another seven remain missing.

One body, later confirmed to be the yacht's chef Recaldo Thomas, is found near the wreck.

It emerges that British technology tycoon Mike Lynch and his 18-year-old daughter Hannah are among six people that remain missing.

Tuesday 20 August

The search continues for the six tourists missing.

It is reported that among those missing are Morgan Stanley International chairman Jonathan Bloomer; his wife, Judy Bloomer; Clifford Chance lawyer Chris Morvillo; and his wife, Neda Morvillo.

Police divers try to reach the hull of the ship, resting at a depth of 50 metres.

Italy's fire brigade Vigili del Fuoco say early inspections of the wreck were "unsuccessful" because of limited access to the bridge and furniture obstructing passages.

The operation is later described as "complex", with divers limited to 12-minute underwater shifts.

Tributes pour in for Mr Thomas, with his friend Gareth Williams saying: "I can talk for everyone that knew him when I say he was a well-loved, kind human being with a calm spirit."

Wednesday 21 August

The search for the six people unaccounted for enters a third day, with crews carrying out inspections of the yacht's internal hull.

A team of four British inspectors from the Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) arrive in Porticello to look at the site of the sinking.

A helicopter is drafted in to help with the search effort and remotely controlled underwater vehicles are being used, with naval units and cave divers also taking part in the search.

Five bodies are found inside the yacht on Wednesday afternoon. Only four of them are brought to shore.

Body bags are seen being taken to Porticello in the afternoon where dozens of emergency services staff wait.

Searches finish for the day just before 7.30pm.

Thursday 22 August

The search resumes for the remaining missing person.

The body of the fifth missing person, found but not recovered the previous day, is brought to shore.

A fire service boat with flashing blue lights returns with a blue body bag to the port of Porticello just after 8.45am local time on Thursday.

Tributes pour in for Mr Lynch and Mr and Mrs Bloomer after they are identified as having died.

The search is called off at around 8pm in Sicily, with divers expected to begin again at 6.30am on Friday.

Friday 23  August

The search continues for the final person missing from the wreck of the Bayesian, Hannah Lynch.

Vincenzo Zagarola, of the Italian Coastguard, says the search for Hannah has not been "easy or quick", comparing the sunken yacht to an "18-storey building full of water".

The coastguard confirms in the late morning that her body has been found.

A green body bag is brought to the port of Porticello from the site of the sinking.

A spokesperson announces on behalf of the Lynch family that they are "devastated" and "in shock" after the deaths of Mike and Hannah.

Hannah's sister Esme pays tribute to her "little angel".

Saturday 24 August

A press conference is held in the court of an Italian town, Termini Imerese.

Public prosecutor Ambrogio Cartosio tells reporters that his office has opened an initial investigation against unknown persons into manslaughter and negligent shipwreck.

As the focus now turns to the manslaughter investigation, here's another reminder of the seven victims of the sinking and the 15 people who survived. 

A close friend of the Lynch family has added to the chorus of tributes for British tech tycoon Mike Lynch, who died in Monday's superyacht sinking.

Susannah Gurdun, who lives in Suffolk, recalled being "daunted" when she first met Mr Lynch at a dinner party, before discovering he was "so much more than the corporate cliche".

"He was riveting.  He was funny, and kind, and endlessly interesting; capable of talking about anything and everything," she said.

Ms Gardun said the businessman also had a "thrilling ability" to make complicated subjects "accessible to those of us less blessed with a science acumen".

"In particular, he was wonderful with children.  I will never forget hearing him explain to a group of them - including our ten year old son - the physics of why the sky went pink at sunset," she said.

She went on describe Mr Lynch as a "true genius" and "phenomenal creative".

Ms Gardun said his daughter Hannah was also showing "serious literary promise", and added that it was "beyond tragic that we will never know where her own particular brilliance might have led".

"I still feel blessed to have shared that time with them in Spain.  Not just because I witnessed Mike’s incredible storytelling; but because I was given a chance of understanding what that moment said about all four of them as a united vibrant loving family," she said.

"He was an extraordinary human being and it was - truly - a privilege to have known him."

A yacht crew member who survived the sinking has paid tribute to Hannah Lynch, calling her a "diamond in a sea of stars".

Sasha Murray, chief stewardess of the Bayesian, has released a statement after divers recovered the final missing body from the wreckage, which is believed to be 18-year-old Hannah.

"Those who knew her will know that Hannah was a diamond in a sea of stars," she said.

"Bright, beautiful and always shining. What most people may not have seen was the extraordinarily strong, deep and loving relationship she shared with her parents, whom she adored more than anything. 

"While swimming with them she often said, if anything ever happened she would save them. 

"I have no doubt that the Irish, Latina fire that burns in her soul kept that spirited determination alive."

Ms Murray's statement comes as a new image of Hannah Lynch and her father Mike Lynch is released:

Prosecutors announced in this morning's news conference that they have opened a manslaughter and negligent shipwreck investigation.

Officials were unable to answer several queries from the media, saying they needed time to establish the facts, but what are the key questions facing prosecutors? 

Why weren't passengers who remained on board the vessel warned about escaping from the yacht?

The prosecutor in charge of the case, Raffaele Cammarano, suggested that some passengers may have been asleep when others were awake.

Asked why they were not woken up or alerted, he said that is something investigators are trying to work out from the statements of the survivors.

He called it an "essential" part of the inquiry.

Why were several of the passengers in one cabin?

The press conference heard several bodies onboard the sunken yacht were found in a single cabin which was not theirs.

Mr Cammarano said investigators currently do not know the reason for them being discovered in the same cabin.

The chief of the Palermo fire service, Bentivoglio Fiandra, said the yacht pinned to the right and suggested people tried to go on the other side, taking refuge in cabins in the higher part of the wreck.

Why did the boat sink?

The vessel had been deemed "unsinkable" by its manufacturer - Italian shipyard Perini Navi.

The Bayesian was hit by a downburst, according to Mr Cammarano, which are powerful winds that descend from a thunderstorm and spread out quickly once they hit the ground.

Officials will look into the safety equipment on the sunken vessel.

Mr Cammarano was asked about whether there is a black box and if the hatches were left open.

He said investigators do not have exact information about the black box and that the first phase of the inquiry will look into it.

Why were nearby vessels not similarly affected?

Another yacht, the Sir Robert BP, was about 150 to 200 metres from the Bayesian when extreme weather hit.

Its crew helped to rescue 15 people from the stricken vessel.

Italian officials said they would be looking at how the downburst could affect one vehicle and not other nearby vessels.

What weather warnings was the Bayesian alerted to?

Maritime director of western Sicily, Rear Admiral Raffaele Macauda, said the weather at the time of the yacht's sinking was abnormal and there was nothing to suggest such an extreme situation would arise.

He said there were forecasts of winds and a storm alert, but there was no warning of a tornado.

"Given that the conditions were such, there wasn't anything to suggest there could be an extreme situation arising," he said.

"There are vessels that can monitor, after all, these events and one would have thought that the captain had taken precautions."

How long will it take to recover the sailing vessel?

Mr Macauda could not confirm how long it would take to retrieve the shipwreck of the sunken yacht.

"Everything depends on the availability of the owners and the timeframe of the retrieval of the wreck and of course all that has to be submitted to the port authorities and in parallel of course there will be the inquiry results and it's only really then that we will be able to authorise the operation," he said.

"I can't say, like some experts who have already spoken on the subject, [said] that it will be eight weeks."

He made clear that the owners will bear the full cost of retrieval, although he could not estimate the figure.

Italian authorities detailed the challenging and meticulous rescue operation to recover the six missing people from the Bayesian wreck (see 9.18am post).

But why was the five-day search so difficult? 

Read more below...

More on this morning's press conference. 

One of the main updates from prosecutors was that they have opened manslaughter and shipwreck investigations after the deaths of seven people in the Bayesian sinking. 

Watch the announcement below...

Prosecutors have given a lengthy news conference this morning on their investigation into the sinking of the Bayesian. 

Read the full report on the prosecutors' probe below...

Marine investigator James Wilkes has been speaking to Sky News after this morning's press conference.

"Naturally, there are more questions than there are substantive answers at the moment - that's the nature of investigative work.

"Something forced that yacht to roll beyond its nominal stability limits, such that it wasn't able to right itself with the ingress of a certain amount of seawater that was coming into the yacht. 

"So the investigators are going to ask themselves one initial question - what must the conditions have been for this to happen? 

"Then they are going to look at the contributing factors to the yacht, sinking, and, and the unfortunate loss of life." 

Prosecutors said this morning that the future of the investigation is reliant on recovering the wreck. 

Mr Wilkes said the yacht is a "major piece of physical evidence in and of itself." 

"It's lying at 50 metres, which is a recoverable depth. 

"If it was significantly deeper, then I'm not sure they'd be considering salvage at this stage or certainly, the salvage question would be a lot more complicated to answer. 

"But if there was the ability to raise that yacht in one piece safely, then it gives the investigators physically more to look at."

Mr Wilkes said he was unsure if the yacht would have a "black box" - called a voyage data recorder in shipping. 

"It would record things like GPS position, heading speed, engine telemetry, whether the radars were on, what they were recording, alarms, communications from the yacht itself, any audio on the bridge.

"But more often than not, these are on merchant ships. The yacht was a commercial yacht in the sense that it could be chartered out so it's quite possible it has a voyage data recorder on, but I'm not sure that it does. I don't know that as a matter of fact," he said.

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Loss of sailing cargo ship off Bahamas underscores the perils of the sea

Surviving crew members reported that they were hit by a sudden storm near the bahamas..

Sea weather was fair more than a week after the 90-foot sailing schooner De Gallant departed Santa Marta, Colombia for Europe carrying a cargo of coffee, cocoa and cane sugar. But tragedy loomed on the horizon.

The crew of the De Gallant , part of a French company that ships products by sail to avoid burning fossil fuels, ran into a sudden and violent storm 20 miles north of Great Inagua, near the Bahamas. The vessel began taking on water. The crew of French sailors scrambled into yellow survival suits and into life rafts, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.

Two female crew members, however, were missing. 

On Thursday, two days after rescuing six of eight crew members in rafts floating amid a field of the sunken ship’s debris, the Coast Guard said it had called off the search for the two women after scouring 3,700 square miles with planes, helicopters and ships.

“It is with heavy hearts we offer our sincere condolences to the families and crew that lost these two mariners,” said Coast Guard Cmdr. Lindsey Seniuk, who coordinated the search and rescue mission. “When we send our rescue crews out, it is with great hope we can bring people home safely, which is why suspending this case is one of the hardest decisions our personnel make. We are grateful we were able to bring home the six survivors and thankful for the assistance of our partners in the Royal Bahamas Defence Force.”

The Blue Schooner sail cargo company, which operated the vessel, did not release the names of any of the surviving crew or the missing women.

Since 2017, Blue Schooner has offered “a carbon-free solution to any producer or shipper concerned about their environmental footprint.” according to its website . Except for port maneuvers, the ship did not use fossil fuel, with on-board electricity provided by solar panels.

It’s among several companies , such as Shipped by Sail, that in recent years have adopted wind power, including on older ships, to transport products such as boutique coffees for sellers seeking to avoid the carbon emissions of typical cargo ships. 

The De Gallant, a Vanuatu-flagged schooner, was a “well-proven vessel piloted by licensed professional sailors,” Blue Schooner said in a statement.

But the incident also highlighted the potential dangers that any ship can encounter at sea.

Blue Schooner noted that the weather had been fairly calm before the ship ran into trouble. A tracking map on the company’s website showed the vessel had previously traveled between Cuba and Haiti on its way north.

The Coast Guard said it first received distress notifications early Tuesday morning from personal locator beacons. About two hours later, around 8 a.m., a Coast Guard helicopter crew located two life rafts with the six French nationals and hoisted them to safety, said Petty Officer First Class Diana Sherbs, a Coast Guard spokeswoman in Miami.

They were taken to the Coast Guard Air Station in Miami and found in good health before being met by French diplomatic representatives and returned to France.

Blue Schooner officials had been hopeful that warm water temperatures and clear weather would help the missing crew survive and be found. But on Thursday the company said the lack of any signs during the search forced them to consider the “worst outcome.”

“It is an upheaval for the company, the maritime community and that of sailing transport in particular, which are losing sailors and above all exceptional humans,” the company said in a statement.

The exact circumstances of the sinking were still being examined.

“The first information we have indicates an unforeseen meteorological phenomenon, extremely sudden and violent when the ship was underway in mild conditions. This would have led to its capsizing and then its loss at a depth of more than 2,000 meters,” according to Blue Schooner.

Whether the incident will have any impact on sail cargo businesses is unclear.

The De Gallant’s owners called the incident “a reminder of the dangers of navigation and the seafaring profession.”

Chris Kenning is a national correspondent for USA TODAY. Contact him at [email protected] or on X @chris_kenning. 

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The 65-foot (19.68m) BLUE MAGIC is perfect for family cruising and regatta racing

Sailing yacht BLUE MAGIC showcases a beautiful, classic Sparkman and Stephens design. This sailing yacht was the last of the iconic Swan 65’s built, which is a model legendary for her design, build, world cruising and success in regattas (specifically the Whitbread Race). BLUE MAGIC is well-equipped and took part in the Expo ’98 Round the World Rally, where she was the overall winner. In addition to her phenomenal sailing ability, the yacht offers the exceptional amenities that make her ideal for those seeking family cruising. Over the last 10 years, she has only seen light use.

The sailing yacht’s interior has the comforts of home offering a comfortable salon with a dining area and well-equipped galley. Her interior features timeless styling with hand-rubbed teak with satin finished varnish and beautiful teak and holly sole boards.

BLUE MAGIC has four cabins, accommodating up to nine aboard. She features a master stateroom with a double bed to port and a single bed to starboard, the cabin also showcases a small settee and en-suite bath with a shower. The sailing yachts additional cabins include, one with a double berth below and a folding berth above, and another with upper and lower berths, with the lower berth having the ability to extend into a double berth. Additionally, the forward cabin has accommodations for two crewmembers (or family).

The ketch rig allows for easy sail handling and provides excellent upwind and downwind performance. Additionally, the BLUE MAGIC has hydraulic powered furling genoa and hydraulic winches to further the ease of sailing. The sailing yacht has been exceptionally maintained and upgraded. Upgrades include new Yanmar main engine in 2010, new rigging in 2011 and new Reckmann staysail furler and staysail in 2017.

• Classic style and design
• Great pedigree
• The last Swan 65 built (at least 10 years newer than most others)
• Incredible condition for age
• Custom interior layout that suits family or charter use
• Modern systems and equipment
• Hydraulic powered furling genoa and hydraulic winches for easy sailing

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Blue Magic was the last of the Swan 65’s built and was delivered in December 1989. She was built as CHUI SIMBA II under the careful supervision of a surveyor for an experienced owner. Originally, she was built as a “two-cabin” layout (one large cabin forward of saloon, plus a focsle). In winter 1996 she was returned to the Nautor yard and the interior rebuilt to provide a four-cabin plan (much as she is today). The aft cabin has since been modified again to provide a single bed on the starboard side (see pictures and plan). The Swan 65 first gained notoriety during the first Whitbread Round the World Race in 1973-74 where hull number three ‘Sayula II’ took overall victory. This success was further proven in the 1977-78 edition when Swan 65’s took three of the top five positions overall. Now, many years later, these legendary yachts have become an iconic symbol of elegance. Blue Magic is the culmination of nearly two decades of experience from the millions of ocean miles sailed by these magnificent yachts. She herself took part in the Expo ’98 Round the World Rally (as Fazer Blue Magic) – and after 19 legs she was the overall winner of the event, also overall winner of the Racing Division, winner of her class and winner of the Finnair Challenge (Cape Town to Lisbon)! This is a grand testament not only to her performance but the reliability of this fine yacht sailing in such conditions. Following that event, the yacht was sold and was based in Sweden and Finland 2002-2017. She enjoyed short summer sailing and long winters stored ashore inside. The vessel had continual high-level maintenance and many upgrades. In the years 2010-16 she saw very light sailing use (6 weeks summer 2010; then in the shed through winter and until spring 2012; Summers 2012 and 2013 she did short trips only. From autumn 2013 she stayed in the shed until spring 2017!) Main works in that period include: - • New Reckmann staysail furler and staysail, 2017; • New rigging, 2011; • New Yanmar main engine in 2010; • New Westerbeke generator in 2007-8; • New Sidepower bow thruster, 2008-9; • New Harken winches – 2008-9; • New Harken hydraulic power-pack - 2008-9; • Reckmann RF90 hydraulic furler, 2008-9; • Rewiring of yacht and new electrical panel in 2008-9; • New navigation and sailing instruments - 2008 • New teak deck in 2003-4. She came out of the shed in summer 2017, was recommissioned and the owner sailed her from Stockholm to Amsterdam, Gibraltar, Mallorca, Lavrion (Gr) and arrived in November in Marmaris. Winter 2017-18: a long list of maintenance items were attended to and a new winter / summer cover made, a new sprayhood, and cover for the new liferaft. The yacht remained afloat, under her cover and was not sailed until end of September 2018. The sailing season 2018 was short and local sailing only. After the sailing trip she was put on the hard for a few weeks for service works - overhaul of the underwater ship, propeller, bowthruster, small repairs of the blue paint and the golden cove lines. Engine and generator serviced. During the winter she was again stored afloat under her canvas cover. In 2019 she has been sailed one month in April. Her owners plan some further use in June and again September. Of course, meanwhile for the whole summer she will be under the summer-cover to protect the teak decks.

Hull, Deck & Appendages

Construction Hull construction to standard Nautor specification of the time and with Lloyds Hull Certificate. The hull is constructed in single skin GRP with polyester resin. Deck in GRP sandwich construction with local reinforcements. Lead and Antimony fin keel. Hull Finish Topsides are finished in Night Blue Awlgrip with gold cove and boot top stripes In November 2018 the underwater hull was sanded, faired, new epoxy coating applied and finishedwith black antifouling, Deck New teak deck laid in 2003. 12mm Bridge deck laid new 2008-9. Alloy toe rail (starboard forward section was replaced in 2007-8). Steering Systems Destroyer type wheel with new elkhide in 2009 Chain and sprocket steering connected to cables turning a quadrant Skeg rudder with stainless steel stock. Rudder bearings new 2009-10. Bow thruster Sidepower SP155 TC tunnel type thruster (Electric) New thruster batteries in 2012 Deck Fittings & Equipment Stainless steel stanchions and lifeline gates. Eight alloy cleats, four on both sides. Alloy fairleads on bow and stern. Ventilated gas locker. Goiot opening hatches in all cabins, galley and saloon - mounted new 2018. New stainless-steel window frames 2010. Stainless steel Dorade vents at main companionway and on foredeck. Custom blocks by Wibo / Nautor. Single genoa track with double blocks. Lewmar hydraulic anchor windlass with capstan L3000. Stainless steel plough anchor on stem 100 lbs. Galvanized steel anchor chain 0,5” / 12mm. Spare Danforth anchor. Spare Bruce anchor, 30Kg. Anchor chain locker remade and painted 2018. Seawater pump outlet on foredeck for washing anchor chain and deck. Cockpit shower hot / cold fresh-water. Winches by Harken New Harken winches in 2009. 2 x Primary winches – 980.2 ST - hydraulic. 2 x Secondary winches – 980.2 ST - hydraulic. Mainsheet 53.2 ST – manual. Main halyard HB 53.2 – electric. 2 x Main-mast runners, 53.2 ST – manual. 2 x Mizzen staysail, 44.2 ST – manual. Mainmast halyard winch on deck 53.2ST 2 x 53.2 ST 2 x 60.2 ST On boom of main mast, 1 x 30.2 ST 3 on Mizzen 40.2 ST

Engine & Systems

Main Engine installed new in 2010, Yanmar 4LHA-DTP with all new gearbox, shaft, bearings, stern gland, exhaust, service alternator and much more. 1,066 hours at 01.05.19. Fuel capacity 1370 litres in six stainless steel tanks. All tanks cleaned in 2017-18. (Note – Blue Magic has extra fuel to standard). Generator, Westerbeke 7.5 Kw diesel generator (new 2007). With 420 hours on 1st May 2019. Water-maker – Idromar, producing 190 litres per hour (new 2009), 70 hours at May 2019 (not used by current owner). Plumbing Systems Fresh water capacity 970 litres in 5 stainless steel tanks 40-litre hot water tank (220v). Hot / Cold pressurized water with outlets in galley, heads and on deck. 4 x Isotherm refrigeration units (new in 2007) Hydraulic System Harken Hydraulic power pack (new 2008). Manual Navtec hydraulic system for mast and rigging controls. Navtec cylinders repacked in 2017/18. Ventilation System Three air-conditioning units, one in forward port cabin, one in saloon and one in aft cabin. Eberspacher waterborne diesel heater with fan coils in each cabin (new 2005), fitted with new s/s exhaust in 2018. Engine extraction and blowers. Natural ventilation through Dorade vents and hatches. Drainage System Automatic electric bilge pump in main bilge. Manual bilge pump in main bilge and lazarette. Black water holding tanks for two heads with electric pump out. Grey water sump tanks for showers and washbasins, x 3 All sanitary hoses were replaced in 2008.

Electrical System

DC System 24v DC electrical system supplied by stored batteries. Gel-cell house and engine start batteries, new 2012. Gauges and volt/amp meters. Water and fuel tank sensors / gauges with low level alarms. Electrical grounding system to keel. Automatic parallel switch for the two batteries banks. Most interior and navigation lights changed to LED lights. AC System 220v Shore Power system with outlets. Chargers/Inverters Chargers: Victron Blue Smart Energy 12 V 30 watt charger, with separated circuits for charging 2 start batteries, engine and generator, when vessel laid up a longer period – new in 2018 ; Victron Phoenix Multi 24 Volt/ 3000/ 70 – 2008; Inverter: Victron 24 V / 220 V/ 3000 - 2008 150amp service alternator on main engine.

All service batteries and starter batteries were replaced with new Bosch-Amg’s (July 2019).

Navigation And Communication

Communications Systems Raymarine VHF/DSC radio telephone (new 2009) AIS (new 2009) Navigation Instruments Raymarine E-series chart plotters/radar systems E120 screen radar and AIS at navigation station – (Note: the screen works fine for radar images and AIS and other instruments, but the uploading system for chart plotter is damaged / not operative). E80 Chart-plotter / radar at helm. 4kw radar antenna ST70 Raymarine sailing instruments (new 2008) ST 170 autopilot Entertainment Systems Loewe 32” LCD television in main saloon with Blu-ray disc player. Speakers in cockpit.

Mast & Rigging

BLUE MAGIC has a custom rigging set up to facilitate short-handed sailing Nautor alloy 2-spreader main mast with conventional alloy boom. The mast was new in 1993 and is slightly taller than standard by over 1m (I = 24m). Nautor alloy 1-spreader mizzenmast with conventional alloy boom. All spars painted white 2009. Stainless wire standing rigging, 2011. Stainless rod forestay 2011. Polished stainless shroud rollers (2009). Reckmann RF90 hydraulic genoa furler with alloy foil and rod forestay (2008). New Reckmann staysail furler, manual, (new 2017), with new s/s rod stay. New leather on spreader tips in 2019. Running Rigging and sheets 2008/2017/2018.

Accessories

General Equipment: Sun awning over cockpit (under the boom). Sail covers for main & mizzen. New all over winter / summer tent, 2018. Cockpit cushions (new 2008). Tender: Eastmarine MX265 / 0K IB Dinghy, 2018. 2.5hp Johnson 4 stroke outboard engine, mounts on pushpit bracket. Mounting brackets on foredeck for dinghy. Safety Equipment: Portable and engine room fire extinguishers – replaced in 2010. 1x Seago Offshore RORC 6-person liferaft in container, new August 2017.

Mechanical Disclaimer

Engine hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.

The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.

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One of the world’s largest sailing superyachts sank in high winds off Sicily on Monday, causing the death of UK tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch and six other passengers and crew whose bodies were recovered from the wreck or from the sea.

The trip on the Lynch family’s yacht had been intended to celebrate his recent acquittal by a US jury, with 12 passengers on board, including his wife and 18-year-old daughter, and 10 crew members.

The Italian coastguard said the 56-metre, 540-tonne, British-flagged yacht Bayesian sank within minutes after it was hit by ferocious winds of 60 knots (over 110km/h) near Palermo.

The rapid sinking of such a large, modern and well-equipped yacht due to bad weather, rather than as a result of a collision, has raised concerns over marine safety as extreme weather events occur with more frequency and intensity.

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Why did the superyacht sink?

The yacht may well have been caught in a waterspout — a form of tornado — because the extreme wind speeds were recorded only in a localised area around the harbour of Porticello, where the boat was anchored about 300 metres offshore when it was struck.

Karsten Börner, the skipper of a nearby boat, told the FT that Bayesian appeared to capsize. He said he regarded the boat as unstable and his comments suggest that it could have been the combination of high winds and Bayesian’s 72-metre mast — the world’s tallest aluminium mast, according to manufacturers Perini Navi — that triggered the disaster.

Even with no sails up, a boat with a tall mast has a lot of “windage”, or surface area exposed to the wind, which can tip the vessel over in a storm. The boat may have heeled over so far that it took on water through open windows, hatches or companionways.

According to Perini Navi, Bayesian had a keel that can be lifted to reduce the draught of the boat — otherwise nearly 10 metres — for easier entrance to shallow harbours. If the keel were for some reason in the raised position rather than fully extended, that could compromise the boat’s stability in a strong wind.

Skippers of sailing yachts with exceptionally high masts typically aim to move out of harm’s way if strong winds are forecast.

Yacht designers and sailors are nevertheless puzzled by the sinking of the boat. AIS (Automatic Identification System) tracking data shows it took 16 minutes from the time Bayesian appeared to started dragging its anchor until it sank. But it is not yet known whether vulnerable hatches were open or when water started entering the boat. Italian prosecutors are investigating possible charges of manslaughter and “negligent shipwreck”.

Giovanni Costantino, chief executive of Italian Sea Group, which owns Perini Navi, told the Financial Times that Bayesian was “absolutely safe” and said the crew should have had time to secure the boat and evacuate passengers from their cabins.

Should we blame climate change?

Climate change is likely to have been at least a contributing factor in the Mediterranean’s unsettled and sometimes violent weather this summer. The Mediterranean is a favoured cruising ground for superyachts during the northern hemisphere summer — in winter, the wealthy prefer the Caribbean or the Indian Ocean — because the weather is typically warm and sunny, and storms are rare. 

Meteorological experts have long predicted that climate change and the heating-up of oceans will help trigger more extreme weather events, including floods, droughts and more severe hurricanes.

Last week, the Mediterranean reached a median temperature of 28.9C — its highest surface temperature on record — and similar records are being broken in other seas. June was the 15th consecutive month that global sea temperatures hit a record high and forecasters predict the warmer waters may fuel an intense Atlantic hurricane season.

Will disasters at sea occur more often?

While design improvements and safety regulations have made even the smallest boats safer, the potential dangers posed by bad weather are increasing in line with the rising number of pleasure vessels at sea.

Last week, a sudden and exceptionally strong thunderstorm with wind squalls blowing at up to 53 knots (about 100km/h) swept over the Balearic Islands of Ibiza and Formentera, driving several sailing and motor yachts to crash on to the shore. Among those damaged and grounded but later recovered was a luxury, 30-metre vessel made by the Monaco-based Wally Yachts .

The cause was a thunderstorm known as a “Dana”, a Spanish acronym for depresión aislada en niveles altos or isolated high-altitude depression. The bad weather also caused serious flooding in Mallorca and Menorca to the north.

How can boat makers and skippers help avoid more deaths?

The weather in the Mediterranean is often notoriously unpredictable and prone to sudden, unforecast gales — unlike the north Atlantic, where weather shifts are usually signalled days in advance by changing air pressure and cloud formations visible to the naked eye.

Safety at sea depends largely on two factors: the seaworthiness of the boat and the skill and experience of the captain and crew.

Modern boats — Bayesian was built in 2008 and refurbished four years ago — are normally built to high safety standards and equipped with electronic navigation and communications systems, as well as standard emergency gear such as life vests.

Common accidents include people falling overboard, fires on board and accidental groundings or collisions — not sinking in bad weather.

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Custom-built by Heesen in 1998, BLUE MAGIC is a streamlined 47.60m motor yacht. Impeccably maintained, this beautiful boat is newly available for charter in the Western Mediterranean.She was recently fitted with 3 Seakeeper, 26 gyros, a brand new jacuzzi, sauna, hammam and outdoor massage space plus a range of fitness equipment. BLUE MAGIC has 5 stylish and ultra-modern ensuite cabins with accommodation for up to 10 guests overnight. The Master, light and spacious, is located on the main…

Custom-built by Heesen in 1998, BLUE MAGIC is a streamlined 47.60m motor yacht. Impeccably maintained, this beautiful boat is newly available for charter in the Western Mediterranean.She was recently fitted with 3 Seakeeper, 26 gyros, a brand new jacuzzi, sauna, hammam and outdoor massage space plus a range of fitness equipment. BLUE MAGIC has 5 stylish and ultra-modern ensuite cabins with accommodation for up to 10 guests overnight. The Master, light and spacious, is located on the main deck with large windows overlooking the ocean. 2 VIP staterooms and 2 twin staterooms with an additional Pullman bunk. She also has onboard accommodation for her dedicated 9 crew members which includes a massage therapist. Created by celebrated Milan-based designer Ivana Porfiri, BLUE MAGIC ’s interiors are bright and airy with a fresh modern twist. A sweeping open staircase connects the decks and acts as the focal point of the yacht. The main salon is a pared-back contemporary space with a simple palette of neutral furnishings and blonde wood panelling. Full-length windows offer breathtaking ocean views while a comfortable seating area with an entertainment system is ideal for socialising. Built in all-aluminium with a stunning white hull, BLUE MAGIC ’s exterior was styled by Mulder Design. Featuring the sleek profile of a classic Heesen, her generous decks offer countless opportunities for relaxing and dining in the sunshine. On the main deck, a large spa pool is surrounded by built-in seating while twin staircases lead down to the swim platform. On the upper deck, the skylounge opens onto a covered dining area overlooking the ocean. The extensive sundeck is set up for al fresco entertaining with a outdoor lounge and dining area plus sunbeds and loungers for complete relaxation.

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Adventure Sailing - Swan 65

S/Y Blue Magic Tour

S/Y Blue Magic is a classic Sparkman & Stephens ketch Swan 65, build in 1989, upgraded and maintained by professional yards and current crew.

We take up to 5 guests  onboard and you will be well taken care of by the captain and first mate. You sail as an active crew member and take part in life onboard. 

To sail with Blue Magic is a treat and an adventure, she is a beauty with all safety, comfort and navigation equipment on board.

Welcome onboard, beginners and experienced sailors are welcomed to sail with us!

Nautor's Swan 65

S/Y Blue Magic is known as one of the most classic Swan yachts of all time, designed by Sparkman & Stephens and manufactured by Nautor’s Swan in Finland. Blue Magic was built in 1989 and is the last one build of the S&S Swans. There were 41 intotal built of the 65s and Blue Magic is nr 41. The boat has beautiful lines and quality in every detail, something that is hard to find today.

We take up to 5 guest on board and you will be well taken care of by the captain and the first mate. You sail as an active crew and take part in life  onboard.

Blue Magic offers fantastic sailing in combination with high quality which permeates the whole sailing experience and becomes a memory for life!

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Yacht BLUE MAGIC

47.60m - heesen - 1998/2018.

Price excl. tax low season / week 140,000 €

Price excl. tax low season / day 23,000 €

Price before tax high season / week 180,000 €

Price before tax high season / day 30,000 €

French Riviera, Monaco, Cannes, St Tropez, Italy, Sardinia, Porto Cervo, Rome, Sicily, Naples, Capri

Yacht with stabilizer at anchor. True

12 Invités navigation

12 Cabin guests

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Sail with unparalleled elegance aboard the splendid BLUE MAGIC yacht, a true masterpiece created by the prestigious manufacturer Heesen. Measuring 48 meters in length, this majestic vessel, renovated in 2021, offers an idyllic setting for a unique luxury yacht charter experience. Treat yourself to an enchanted escape with Ati Yachts, a leader in the world of custom yachting, and discover the turquoise waters of the Côte d’Azur, Monaco, Cannes, Saint-Tropez, Italy, Sardinia, Porto Cervo, Rome, Sicily, Naples and Capri.

The BLUE MAGIC promises unforgettable, exclusive vacations thanks to its top-of-the-range facilities and tailor-made services. Able to accommodate up to 12 guests for sailing and overnight stays in its 5 luxurious cabins, this yacht will delight lovers of excellence and epicureans in search of adventure and prestige. Sailing at a speed of 17 knots and accompanied by a dedicated 9-member crew, the BLUE MAGIC offers a wide range of activities, from guided excursions to unique cruises.

Take advantage of the exceptional selection of equipment on board: an 8-meter Suzuki Eagle tender with a 300 hp engine, a 2-person Spark jetski and paddleboards for thrill-seekers on the water. Sailing aboard the BLUE MAGIC also gives you access to a veritable paradise dedicated to well-being, with its sauna, hammam and Jacuzzi. Whether you’re a watersports enthusiast with the Yamaha Seawing II scooters, a gliding enthusiast on the Waydoo Flyer One efoil or simply looking to relax on the Aquaglide Malibu Lounge inflatable sofa, you’ll always find something to satisfy your desires.

To top it all off, enjoy personalized service and an exceptional experience as you share pleasant moments of camaraderie over a game of volleyball, pétanque, or even aboard electric scooters to explore the most beautiful coastlines. All in all, the BLUE MAGIC yacht promises an extraordinary escape and a voyage characterized by luxury and refinement. To find out more and book your stay on this exceptional vessel, please contact Ati Yachts, the luxury yacht charter experts who will turn your dreams into reality.

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The BLUE MAGIC yacht, available for charter from Ati Yachts, is the perfect destination for water sports enthusiasts. With its range of activities, it’s sure to satisfy all your desires and expectations. You’ll find an 8-metre Suzuki Eagle tender with a 300-horsepower engine, a 2-person Spark jetski, an Airbeach inflatable marine platform, a Seabob F5s, as well as 4 Yamaha Seawing II underwater scooters, 4 paddleboards, a Waydoo Flyer One efoil, a beginner’s jetsurf with buoy, and much more!

For relaxation, you can unwind in the sauna, steam room or even Jacuzzi. For land sports enthusiasts, a volleyball court and petanque pitch are also available. All equipment is provided, and activities await you for unforgettable moments aboard the BLUE MAGIC yacht.

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Blue Magic superyacht

157’ / 48 m | Heesen | 1998 / 2017

Blue Magic is a 157 feet superyacht built for thrill seekers in mind. With 5 cabins, Blue Magic accommodates 12 guests, and features the latest and most exhilarating water toys you can find today. Built by Heesen in 1998 and refitted in 2017, adrenaline junkies will have the time of their lives on board this luxurious yacht fit for adventures on the seas of Mediterranean. 

In addition, Blue Magic can take 18 guests on a day charter for your special event celebration with a professional and friendly crew of 9. Step on board and you’ll immediately fall in love with every inch of this superyacht. From the lavish exteriors to the lush interiors that spell out comfort and luxury, you will automatically feel at home.

Major Features

Blue Magic is an excellent choice for yacht charters offering thrill seekers all-encompassing experiences on board. Equipped with the latest navigation features, Blue Magic offers a stress-free, safe, and secure smooth sailing that allows you to carefully plan an action-packed holiday in Mediterranean .

With a spacious deck that presents plenty of opportunities for both fun and relaxation, take your pick from the countless water toys. And with luxurious cabins, guests get to end each day in absolute comfort and pampering. Other notable features include Deck Jacuzzi, Gym, Spa, and Steam. Blue Magic is an epic superyacht charter adventure highlighted with luxury amenities and service that you truly deserve.

Amenities and Toys

Not all yachts are equipped with the latest water toys best enjoyed on water. Guaranteeing to enhance your charter experience, the full arsenal of water toys and equipment in Blue Magic provides you with entertainment, excitement, and countless days of fun and adventure on the water, on land, and under the sea. Besides traditional water sports, this superyacht offers personal watercraft that includes Seadoo Jet Ski, Wave Runner, and Flyboard.

Destinations

Blue Magic is usually based in Monte Carlo and charters to France, Spain, Monaco, Malta, Croatia, Greece, Italy, Montenegro, Cyprus , where you can experience an entirely different world of exhilarating activities. Offering a fast-paced holiday, your yacht charter itinerary can consist of a multitude of different interests every day.

From scuba diving, to kayaking, jet skiing, or snorkeling, Blue Magic is the most ideal yacht to meet your needs for momentous adventures on both land and water. Get to explore the amazing attractions, thrilling sights and sounds, and exciting adventures of these destinations while cruising on board the beautiful superyacht Blue Magic.

Blue Magic is a yacht charter built for the adventure-minded. When all of your energy has been spent having the time of your lives on the waters of Mediterranean and discovering the spoils of your destinations, you get to relax and unwind on deck, with a bottle of ice-cold beer or glass of champagne on hand.

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BLUE MAGIC is a 32.0 m Motor Yacht, built in Italy by Baglietto and delivered in 2001.

Her top speed is 14.0 kn and she boasts a maximum range of 3000.0 nm when navigating at cruising speed, with power coming from two Caterpillar diesel engines. She can accommodate up to 10 guests, with 5 crew members waiting on their every need. She has a 7.4 m beam.

She was designed by Vincenzo Ruggiero , who has designed 7 other superyachts in the BOAT Pro database.

The naval architecture was developed by Baglietto , who has architected 91 other superyachts in the BOAT Pro database, and the interior of the yacht was designed by Elisabetta Ruggiero , who has 2 other superyacht interiors designed in the BOAT Pro database - she is built with a Teak deck, a Steel hull, and Aluminium superstructure.

BLUE MAGIC is one of 2121 motor yachts in the 30-35m size range.

BLUE MAGIC is currently sailing under the Italy flag, the 6th most popular flag state for superyachts with a total of 262 yachts registered. She is currently located at the superyacht marina Club de Mar, in Spain, where she has been located for 4 days. For more information regarding BLUE MAGIC's movements, find out more about BOATPro AIS .

Specifications

• Name: BLUE MAGIC
• Yacht Type: Motor Yacht
• Builder: Baglietto
• Naval Architect: Baglietto
• Exterior Designer: Vincenzo Ruggiero
• Interior Designer: Elisabetta Ruggiero

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Previously privately owned, this delicate and pristine 47m, Heesen recently joined the charter market. Brand new to the industry, with an immaculate look due to her latest refit in 2018, M/Y Blue Magic owes her minimalist and elegant Interior design to Ivana Porfiri. Her quality design, products and professional crew are sure to propose a service of standard that reflects Blue Magic’s nature, offering a luxurious as well as relaxed living. This floating palace offers the possibility to accommodate up to twelve guests in five different ensuite cabins. Located at the front of the main deck, her master cabin will leave you speechless, big enough to present a private office, this cabin will leave the charter party fighting for a go ! Her ensuite bathroom is fully equipped, and her jet boost shower is an experience guaranteed. The three decks of motor yacht Blue Magic are joined by a beautiful and imperial brick spiral staircase which leads to the lower deck where the four remaining cabins can be found. Two double cabins with queen size beds at the front of the yacht, and two twin cabins with single beds and a pullman suitable for adults at the aft of the vessel; all the cabins present identical graceful, sober interiors and are paired with generous ensuite bathrooms. Her remarkable interior living area is completed by a full list of water toys including a jet ski, water skis, wakeboard, towable banana, seadoos seascooters, flyboard, paddle boards, kayaks, diving equipment and snorkeling gears, motor yacht Blue Magic proposes an on-board sauna, hammam, massage room with a professional masseuse and jacuzzi. On this vessel, the size and proposed experience are not at the expense of the speed: cruising speed of 17 knots and a maximum speed of 24 knots. Motor yacht Blue Magic is directed and maintained by nine international crew members who provide exemplary service, they are all well trained to the highest safety standards. Cruising capacity: 12 Quayside capacity: 150

Performance and Capabilities

Blue Magic has a top speed of 14.00 knots and a cruising speed of 12.00 knots. She is powered by a twin screw propulsion system.

Blue Magic has a fuel capacity of 50,000 litres, and a water capacity of 12,000 litres.

She also has a range of 3,000 nautical miles.

Accommodation

Blue Magic accommodates up to 10 guests . She also houses room for up to 5 crew members.

Other Specifications

Blue Magic has a hull NB of 10175.

Blue Magic is a RINA class yacht. She flies the flag of Italy.

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