Watkins Super Yachts

Triple Seven

admin — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 22:21:17 +0000

The motor yacht TRIPLE SEVEN is a 67.8 metre voluminous steel ship which was newly built at Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems Ag and designed from the design board of Newcruise and Frank Neubelt. Sleeping 12 passengers and 18 crew, motor yacht TRIPLE SEVEN was previously called 777. The firm of naval architecture which delivered this yacht’s plans and general arrangement on this ship was Newcruise and Frank Neubelt. Her interior styling was the work of Newcruise / Kathy Razcek. TRIPLE SEVEN was named after her build name 777 which is considered to be a lucky number combination in Germany. Since purchase by the present Owner, two major refits have been undertaken in Blohm & Voss during the winters of 2006/2007 & 2007/2008 when considerable luxury modifications and superior upgrades were carried out. Additional refit work has been carried out in Malta and more recently in Barcelona to create an unparalled purchase.
General arrangement plans, a full specification history, details of all upgrades and modifications, and outlined running costs are available from Adrian McCourt at adrian.mccourt@watkinssuperyachts.com

MANGUSTA 165

admin — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 14:25:20 +0000

Watkins Superyachts are pleased to announce their appointment as Central Agents for the sale of this superb Mangusta 165, built by Overmarine in 2008.

The yacht is currently lying in the Middle East and is being offered at an asking price of €24 million.

For more detailed information

contact

Adrian McCourt - adrian.mccourt@watkinssuperyachts.com

Detailed Information

Kestrel 106

admin — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 13:46:29 +0000

The design commission for the Kestrel 106 invited Ron Holland Design to incorporate their latest design experience into a large volume ocean cruising ketch that was capable of impressive sailing performance with a small crew.

Following classic lines, this new design reflects a balance between traditional sailing yachts of the past, with design refinements that are influenced by the latest sailing technology. Underwater lines are refined for high sailing performance capabilities and large beam and superstructure volume allows an impressive level of interior space. Both on-deck and interior arrangements present amenities that are more related to much longer sailing yachts than Kestrel with her 94ft length on deck.

For more information contact Adrian McCourt - adrian.mccourt@watkinssuperyachts.com

Happy Hours

admin — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 19:31:34 +0000

This Company noted that a significant majority of their accidents and incidents occur between 1100 and 1200 hours and between 1600 and 1700 hours. Various causes are being investigated including a hunger factor and rushing to get the job done before meal times.

Car Care

admin — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 19:31:05 +0000

Grounding under pilotage in an English River â€“ floated off and struck another ship on berthing. Captain claimed pilot spent most of the journey on the VHF arranging his car journey home (as they have been doing for at least 30 years). Lack of situational awareness of tides by Captain. No reference of tides in passage plan and Captain did not show any willingness to intervene in pilotâ€™s activities.

Hotwork

admin — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 19:30:22 +0000

Three separate burn injuries to Engineers. In all cases, they had not allowed pipe or valve to cool down before starting work.

Taking A Nip

admin — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 19:30:01 +0000

A first trip Deckhand tried to nip a runaway mooring rope round a hatch dog thread and lost two fingers. Poor training and supervision.

Greased Lightening

admin — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 19:29:34 +0000

Heavy weather off Come-By-Chance and ice accretion. Crew decided to wash down with hot water. Oil sheen caused by washing off greased wires. Seen by Canadian Coastguard and boarded in next port. Fined under Protection of Wildlife Act. Had it been under Oil Pollution Act, fine would have been considerably more.

Fatal Fall

admin — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 19:28:55 +0000

Deckhand working aloft on accommodation front fell from stage and died when the stage gantline failed. Not wearing a harness. Inspection showed the manila gantline appeared sound but on inspection had been severely degraded.

Ropes had been stowed in forecastle near chemical stowage.

Gangway Collapse

admin — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 19:28:18 +0000

Gangway collapsed and fell to the water. Investigation showed the gangway wire was poorly lubricated and stowed with the wire under tension, which had reduced the effect of the grease in areas over the roller leads.