Cockwells' tender for 73m Vitruvius
Tender specialists, Cockwells, has released renders of its latest project, a 9.5-metre tender for Perini Navi’s 73-metre, Vitruvius. The tender is currently under construction and due to be launched towards the end of February 2013 to coincide with the launch of the mothership...…
Tender specialist, Cockwells, has released renders of its latest project, a 9.5-metre tender for Perini Navi’s 73-metre, Vitruvius. The tender is currently under construction and due to be launched towards the end of February 2013 to coincide with the launch of the mothership.
Designed by Andrew Wolstenholme in collaboration with Cockwells' design team, the Cornwall-based boat builder was approached to create the owner’s tender with specific specifications, including the ability to transport 12 guests and two crew. “We achieved the brief by ensuring we had regular meetings and exchanges between our team and the Vitruvius' engineers and captain,” explains Henry Ward at Cockwells. “They were involved in the design process at every stage, meaning the tender will be produced to their exact requirements.”
Using an Epoxy foam sandwich construction process and finished with teak decking, the tender features a custom smoked glass windscreen, salt-water resistant leather upholstery and a folding bimini. The team has also included a wet bar behind the helm and a bathing platform with a dive ladder and shower at the stern. An electric toilet and basin is situated at the bow.
The day tender is finished with walkway lighting, underwater lighting around the bathing platform, and a self-launching stainless steel anchor and chain at the bow.
Two Yanmar 6LPA STP2 marine diesel engines, producing 315hp each will achieve a maximum speed of 40 knots, using jet drives. The tender will also be fitted with electric bow thrusters for additional maneuverability. “In order to launch and recover the owner’s tender and crew tender as easily as possible — in terms of using the same cranes, and for maintenance purposes — the engines and fittings have been kept consistent,” concludes Ward.
Related Links:
Cockwells - company profile
Perini Navi - company profile
Wolstenholme Yacht Design - company website
Designed by Andrew Wolstenholme in collaboration with Cockwells' design team, the Cornwall-based boat builder was approached to create the owner’s tender with specific specifications, including the ability to transport 12 guests and two crew. “We achieved the brief by ensuring we had regular meetings and exchanges between our team and the Vitruvius' engineers and captain,” explains Henry Ward at Cockwells. “They were involved in the design process at every stage, meaning the tender will be produced to their exact requirements.”
Using an Epoxy foam sandwich construction process and finished with teak decking, the tender features a custom smoked glass windscreen, salt-water resistant leather upholstery and a folding bimini. The team has also included a wet bar behind the helm and a bathing platform with a dive ladder and shower at the stern. An electric toilet and basin is situated at the bow.
The day tender is finished with walkway lighting, underwater lighting around the bathing platform, and a self-launching stainless steel anchor and chain at the bow.
Two Yanmar 6LPA STP2 marine diesel engines, producing 315hp each will achieve a maximum speed of 40 knots, using jet drives. The tender will also be fitted with electric bow thrusters for additional maneuverability. “In order to launch and recover the owner’s tender and crew tender as easily as possible — in terms of using the same cranes, and for maintenance purposes — the engines and fittings have been kept consistent,” concludes Ward.
Related Links:
Cockwells - company profile
Perini Navi - company profile
Wolstenholme Yacht Design - company website
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