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Italian yard Tankoa Yachts released their one of their newest superyacht designs at the on-going 2014 edition of the Monaco Yacht Show (MYS). Simply going by the yard's build number S701, it suggests that the project is 70-meters LOA with an 11.6-meter beam over all. A maximum draft of 3.38-meters rounds out the principle specs for this 1,400 GRT vessel. 

Hull S701 is spread across an impressive five decks, four of them being internal above the waterline. The decks feature a number of great areas for guests to call home or entertain themselves, dine and pamper themselves to the highest order. Tankoa Yachts are marketing this particular yacht as 'the dream mansion' based on its palatial-like arrangement. The master suite onboard measures almost 100 square-meters with a 180° panoramic sea view enriching this luxurious space with a private studio, jacuzzi and terrace with sun beds to maximize wellness on board.

Oversized beach club with bar and saloon along with two dedicated areas for the sauna and hammam with exclusive sea view and private balconies continue the wellness theme onboard S701. The upper deck features a touch-and-go heli-pad that is convertible into an outdoor “ready-to-party” dance floor. A spacious gym and massage area on this deck with full external views thanks to ample glazing invigorates the senses with glorious sea views. A state-of-the-art pool for relaxing and refreshing while being kissed by the Mediterraean or Caribbean sun awaits.

The 70-meter Tankoa superyacht is anticipated to have a power package of two CAT 3516 B DITA-SCAC HD marine engines. Top speed is to be around 16.5-knots and high-cruise at 15. Long-range cruising at a continuous 12.5-knots can attain a 5,000 nautical mile range. She is going to be equipped with Zero Speed stabilizers for great motion control at anchor and classification is under Lloyds + RINA + MCA. 

World-renowned design firm Dubois Naval Architects debuted one of its latest designs on the first day of the 2014 Monaco Yacht Show (MYS). The new yacht has an LOA of 58-meters and is to be built by Royal Huisman with delivery slated for Spring of 2017. Keel-laying is expected to occur in a couple months, in January of 2015. Extensive tank testing is anticipated to start this month at the Wolfson Unit in Southampton using a 20-foot scale model.

“The owner is a highly experienced yachtsman and offshore racing sailor,” says Ed Dubois. “He wanted a high-performance, go-anywhere cruising yacht that not only looks excitingly different, but is also beautifully built and luxuriously comfortable.” This new project will be fitted with a tall 71-meter mast to be made by Rondal and it will be carrying an impressive mainsail. It will have a square-top mainsail, something you normally do not see on super sailing yachts. Remember the owner said he wants high-performance and so they are trying to gain as much power from the top of the mast.

The interior of this Dubois project is being done by Rick Baker and Paul Morgan. The eclectic yet relaxing accommodations comprises a master 'apartment' that includes a gym, sauna and study-library as well two guest staterooms and large open main deck salon with appendaged outdoor seating. Details are a key on this project even down to the colour chosen for the seams between the teak planking. Wide teak planks will be used with off-white seams rather than the usual black seams seen on most superyachts. Cast your minds back, to the "Twizzle" she has off-white seams between her oak planks. The foredeck also hides her main crane that is to service the tender garage. There is also a large swimming spa forward. Located aft, in the transom, a sunpadded region is integrated with large full-width steps to the water. Look out for this Dubois project being completed in early 2017.