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OCEAN independence announces 2 yacht sales

and 2 new CAs for sale

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At OCI Palma Marc Haendle sold the 26.5m CECIENNE a brand new Canados 86, complete with full warranty from the shipyard. Construction was carefully overseen and supervised by OCEAN Management ensuring that the yacht was sold turnkey. CECIENNE sleeps 8-10 guests in 4 cabins.

Jeroen Minnema at OCI Antibes sold 23m Cape Horn Trawler LORD’S WARRIOR in May, only 9 months after signing her for sale. Built in 2002 she sleeps 7-8 guests in 4 cabins and is extremely economical to run as well as being a perfect ocean-going, family, explorer yacht.

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Bjorn Vang-Mathisen at OCI Geneva brings us the 30m Benetti FAVORITA, built in 1975 and last refitted in 2010 this beautiful, classic Navetta has been lovingly restored. She is commercially registered for charter, sleeping 8 guests in 4 cabins, and will be cruising the Western Med this season under OCI charter management.

 

Then with OCI Palma’s Marc Haendle the sexy open Riva Ego PENDRAGON. Launched in 2007 this 21m gem sleeps 6 guests in 3 cabins and has low engine hours due to rare usage.

 

OCEAN Independence sells SKYLGE & ANTHEA

and presents 5 CAs for sale

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Peter Thompson and Michael White at Ocean Independence (OCI) UK sold the 43m sailing yacht SKYLGE, now renamed THIS IS US and also the 28m AB Yachts ANTHEA, in Joint Central Agency.

SKYLGE was built in aluminium in 2005 by Holland Jachtbouw to an Andre Hoek design, has slim low-freeboard lines, long overhangs and a modest pilothouse. Her rig follows the trend for high-aspect mainsails and she has a clean deck, while her lifting keel offers access to shallower waters. Lloyds classed and MCA compliant, THIS IS US sleeps 8 guests in 4 cabins and has a range of 2,500 nautical miles at 11 knots and will remain for charter with OCI under her new owner.

Also sold by Peter Thompson and Michael White, the 28m AB Yachts ANTHEA. Launched in 2006 by one of the master builders of large, fast, open yachts, AB Yachts. Constructed of Kevlar, her triple Caterpillar 1825hp engines power her to a maximum speed of 53 knots and she can comfortably cruise at around 45 knots. Anthea accommodates 8/9 guests in 2 double cabins and 2 twin cabins and her bright, modern interior was designed by Guido de Groot.

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At OCI UK Michael White and Peter Thompson bring us 2 stylish new CAs for sale, firstly the 40m CRN Ancona AQUALIBRIUM, built in 1995 in Italy and fully refurbished in 2004 she offers a large volume interior and generous deck spaces which have made her a popular charter yacht. AQUALIBRIUM has an excellent crew, who have maintained her to a high standard and sleeps 10 guests in 5 cabins. Also for charter with OCI.

And secondly the 27m Pershing 88 SPIRIT OF ZEN from 2002, currently based in Dubai she has a bright but warm interior of cherry wood and cream leather, 4 cabins sleeping 8 guests and Arneson surface drives. SPIRIT OF ZEN offers a winning combination of style, space and speed.

Moving to OCI Palma, Jim Acher has signed the 29m Benetti AYOUCHKA. First launched in 1975 and recently completed a 2.4m+ euro refit this steel yacht sleeps 10 guests in 5 cabins, has huge internal volume and is completely turnkey!

Then at OCI Monaco Phil Pollak presents the 22.5m 1988 Cantieri di Pisa HORIA, refitted in 2006 she is a very well maintained example of this popular design. Beautifully decorated and featuring a wonderful custom lounge area on the upper deck she sleeps 7 guests in 4 cabins and has low engine hours.

And finally, with Jeroen Minnema at OCI Antibes in Joint Central Agency, the modern classic 21.5m Holland Jachtbouw WINDROSE, returning to the market with a complete survey report and substantial price reduction. Built in 2001 she has a proven regatta record, sleeps 6 guests in 3 cabins and is in outstanding condition! Her 23m berth in Antibes Port Vabaun is also for sale by separate negotiation.

Shows

Looking forward to the September yacht shows OCI will be presenting at least 2 yachts at the Cannes Yacht Show 8-13th in Port Canto and also 5 or more yachts at the Monaco show 22nd-25th.

Already confirmed for Monaco are the 52m 2001 (refit 2009) Benetti QUANTUM OF SOLACE, the 38.5m 2009 Sanlorenzo Alloy 40 ONYX and the 42m 2002 Cantieri di Pisa ELEMENT!

A promising 1st quarter for Ocean Independence

With 1 CA sold and 5 CAs for sale.

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Marco Vandoni at OCI Monaco sold magnificent central agency 69m Oceanfast NOMAD. Built in Australia in 2003 and originally named Aussie Rules, NOMAD was subsequently purchased by an American yachtsman who renamed her FLORIDAN and added a helipad on the upper aft deck. Then in 2007 Marco acted on behalf of the buyer who renamed her NOMAD. The new owner, a European Client was initially introduced to Marco, just as the final horns were being blasted to signal the end of the 2009 Monaco Yacht show.

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OCI Antibes’ Eric Trupheme has signed a new yacht ready for summer 2010, 42m Troy Marine IMBROS. Due for completion in June this innovative explorer super yacht is being built to be Bureau Veritas and MCA compliant with a range of 4000nm and will sleep 10 guests in 5 cabins.

Next with Bjorn Vang-Mathisen at OCI Geneva the 2010 rebuilt De Amstel, originally launched in 1987, 36m SUNNY HILL. This first class, beautiful rebuild of a quality Dutch motor sailer hit the water in May 2010, ready to sail away for the summer, she 10 guests in 5 cabins.

At OCI London Michael White and Peter Thompson offer the 2006 28.5m AB yachts ANTHEA from 2006. Dry stored ashore and asking well below replacement cost this yacht is very fast, very little used and very seriously for sale. Turn-key and ready for immediate summer use she sleeps 9 guests in 4 cabins.

Then with Rainer Wilhelm at OCI Vienna the 20m 2004 Maxi Dolphin CHARIS, fast, beautiful and family friendly this semi custom “Pocket-Super yacht” has buckets of Italian style. The latest concept in medium-light displacement yachts and fantastic performance under sail without compromising on internal space she sleeps 6 guests in 3 cabins.

And last but not least “A fine example of craftsmanship & finish” (BI 2002) the 20m Southern Ocean Marine LIARA, launched in 2002/03 and refitted in 2007 she is offered by Marc Haendle at OCI Palma. Sleeping 6 guests in 3 cabins she is well maintained and also fast, lightweight and very comfortable as well as being ARC winner in 2002.

OCEAN Independence reports 4 new CAs for sale

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Costa Lourandakis at OCI Greece presents 2 new CAs for sale, first the traditionally crafted 46m motor sailor ARKTOS. Inspired by 19th century Galaxidi vessels this wooden construction by Basimakopouloi was launched in 2004 and is Greek commercial registered. A contemporary build with amenities & safety requirements of a modern Yacht she sleeps 10/11 guests in 5 cabins.

Secondly, in co-central with Bjorn Vang-Mathisen at OCI Geneva, the 32.9m Leight Notika, CARAMELLA. One of the successful "Centaurian" series she was launched in 2004, with beautiful modern styling and a clean and sleek exterior, augmented by the deep garage adapted to carry her 4m tender thus leaving her vast fly bridge deck to be enjoyed in full. Her welcoming interiors sleep 8 guests in 4 cabins.

Moving over to OCI Palma, Marc Haendle introduces the 35.5m Lübeck COURAGE, featuring Egg & Dart interior design and accommodating 8 guests in 4 cabins. Compliant with North European, Germanischer Lloyd and MCA standards, this high volume, full displacement yacht with trans-ocean range is already under construction and will be available within 8 months from purchase.

Also at OCI Palma Jim Acher brings us the 32m Tempest Marine TRILOGY, built in 1990 and extensively refitted in 2005 this high volume, American flagged yacht has all the extras one would expect. Currently based in Naples she sleeps 8 guests in 4 cabins.

OCEAN Independence reports 2 sales

...and continues to grow their world class fleets with 9 new CAs for sale.

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OCI Antibes’ Eric Trupheme sells, in co-central, the 28m Sunseeker UK 90 LAMMOUCHE, launched in 2007, she sports classic Sunseeker lines and sleeps 8 guests in 4 cabins. Also at OCI Antibes’ and in co-central Jeroen Minnema sells 24m San Lorenzo 82 ALPHA PAPA, built in 2005 she has a pristine maintenance record and has only been privately used, sleeps 8 guests in 4 cabins

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At OCI Monaco, Marco Vandoni presents the meticulously designed 46m new build from prestigious Italian yard Baglietto. With a delivery time of 20 months this comfortable and sophisticated steel and aluminium creation will accommodate 10 guests in 5 cabins

 

Moving to OCI Zurich 4 unmissable new offerings! Toby Maclaurin has signed the exquisite and unique 41m classic William Fife & Sons schooner ALTAIR, one of William Fife’s last large yachts she was launched in 1931. Her restoration in 1987 set the standard by which others are judged, especially in regard to retaining original features and fittings. ALTAIR returned to Fairlie Restorations in 2007 and continues to be the yacht to beat on the classic racing circuit.

Also with Toby Maclaurin in Zürich and Peter Thompson at OCI UK, the 35.5m Horizon from 2002, WHEELS. Relaunched to market following various upgrades, including zero speed stabilizers, and a significant price reduction, her stunning Evan Marshall interior sleeps 10 guests in 5 spacious cabins. Also for charter with OCI.

Keeping with Toby Maclaurin is 31m NEW LIFE, also for charter with OCI, this fast and stylish 4 cabin Falcon 100 was first used in 2002 with many recent upgrades and sleeps 8/10 guests in 4 cabins. Then with Peter Hürzeler and Axel Douqué the striking 38.5m San Lorenzo Alloy 40 4H, launched in 2008, this first in the highly acclaimed Alloy range, comes to the market at a very competitive price. Packed full of innovation she sleeps 10 guests in 5 cabins and is also available for charter with OCI.

At OCI UK Michael White and Peter Thompson bring us 34.5m Codecasa My Max (Ex PAOLA), launched in 2000 she is in ‘as new’ condition following a top to bottom refit with full repaint, 10yr Lloyds survey, low engine hours and all new AV & substantial upgrades. MY MAX sleeps 8/10 guests in 4 cabins and is currently based in West Palm Beach, FL.

Then over to OCI Palma where Marc Haendle presents 2 fine Jongerts; the 29m Hide N Sea (Ex AMARANT A) from 1992/3, in superb condition following a complete refit this Palma based ketch is ready for extended cruising, sleeping 7 guests in 3 cabins. And the 22m classic and traditional Cutter Rigged Ketch White Garuda. Delivered in 1981 and refitted in 2009 she has been meticulously maintained and is perfect for world cruising, sleeps 7 guests in 3 cabins.

And finally with Jeroen Minnema at OCI Antibes the fast and stylish 16.12m Riva Rivale weekend boat SANTE from 2008, sleeping 6 guests in 3 cabins 2 she boasts only 145 engine hours.

Ocean Independence rounds off 2009 in style!

The sale of a new build 57.5m Benetti and coming into the New Year is happy to present 6 new CAs for sale and 1 for charter.

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Peter Thompson, assisted by Mike White at OCI UK sealed the deal for a new build 57.5m BENETTI, hull FB257, to be built at Benetti’s state-of-the-art shipyard in Livorno. The delivery of this full displacement steel-hulled yacht is anticipated for delivery in just under three years and will have 6 spacious cabins for 12 guests.

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Marco Vandoni at OCI Monaco offers the all new 46m BAGLIETTO with a delivery date set for 2010! An entirely new model that combines Italian elegance and style with functionality, she will sleep 10 guests in 5 cabin and be ABS - A1 AMS and MCA compliant.

 

Then with Michael White and Peter Thompson at OCI UK, the classic gentleman’s yacht 42.9m LADY GOODGIRL. Built in 1964 and fully refitted in 2004) the steel beauty with great deck spaces retains all her traditional charm but has been fully modernised and rigorously maintained, sleeps 11 guests in 5 cabins.
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Moving to OCI Zürich, 2 new CAs
With Axel Douqué. First the 41m new build AKHIR 135 from Cantieri di Pisa, with her timeless modern styling and fine Italian pedigree yard the 3rd hull in the series can be delivered as soon as June 2011 and is designed to sleep 10 guests in 5 cabins.
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Then in joint CA the 2004 SL 108, 32.9m San Lorenzo, FX. A comfortable, spacious and fast hard top design that is the perfect summer retreat. Lightly used vessel with only 650 hours on her main engines, FX is a very manageable superyacht and sleeps 8 guests in 4 cabins.
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Also in joint CA 2 new CAs at OCI Antibes.

With Jeroen Minnema the new 32.96m AKHIR 108 from Cantieri di Pisa, a combination of bold, sharp and strong lines, technical building excellence and a rich and stylish interior this brand new yachts is ready for immediate delivery and sleeps 8 guests in 4 cabins.
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And with Eric Trupheme the 26.02m Riva Opera, MENTXU, launched in 2006 and only privately used she sleeps 8 guests in 4 cabins.
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The OCEAN Independence fleet continues to blossom with the addition of some magnificent motor and sailing yachts, from old-time classics to first-rate new builds.

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OCI London’s Peter Thompson and Michael White bring us three diverse yachts:
firstly the 1991, 90.6m Bermudian commercial passenger ship SUNRISE. Fresh from a multi-million dollar refit including the creation of two suites, this 7 deck Nuovi Cantieri Apunia offers 4 accommodation decks sleeping up to 120 guests in 60 double cabins. SUNRISE is a majestic boutique cruise ship and is an ideal platform for private use or as a 6 star cruise operation being both SOLAS and Lloyds complaint.
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Secondly the 42.98m Holland Jachtbouw schooner SKYLGE, she encompasses the best of both worlds with her classic looks and modern performance all packaged together with the finest Dutch quality. Launched in 2006 with proven performance under sail she sleeps 8 guests in 4 cabins.
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And thirdly RED SAPPHIRE the 39.1m Heesen built in 1999, a high performance aluminium yacht that has been maintained regardless of cost and recently completed her 10 year survey. Sleeps 10 guests in 5 cabins.
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Next we have 3 co-central new construction projects.

With Peter Hürzeler and Axel Douqué at OCI Zürich the 4th hull in the successful Baglietto 53m series, following the high praise of hull 3, now named BARAKA, number 4 is ready for her owner’s personal touches to be added to a well proven design. Planned to sleep 12 guests is 6 cabins she will available for September 2011.

Then with Bjorn Vang-Mathisen at OCI Geneva an exciting new project from Nereids, the PHEROUSA 67m, scheduled for completion in 2011 she will sleep 12 guests in 6 cabins and is very competitively priced.
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And lastly with Jeroen Minnema at OCI Antibes the 36.13m AKHIR 118, synonymous with high speed and high quality the next Akhir 118 from Cantieri di Pisa is available from June 2010. With a choice of 4 and 5 cabin layouts plus an occasional additional main deck cabin, the internal options are seemingly endless.
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Staying with OCI Antibes, 3 new co-centrals.

Firstly with Eric Trupheme the 28m Sunseeker LAMMOUCHE, built in 2007 she sleeps 10 guests in 4 cabins and is fully equipped including a Trac Star digital stabilizer system.
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Then with Jeroen Minnema 2 fine yachts from San Lorenzo in co-central: the 27m 2002 built SPARKLING, a beautiful example of the successful 88 series and only privately used she sleeps 8 guests in 4 cabins and also the 24m 2005 ALPHA PAPA, a pristine SL82 she sleeps 8 guests in 4 cabins.
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Moving to OCI Vienna

Rainer Wilhelm presents 2 world cruising sailing yachts: the 25.05m Trehard built NOHEEA, launched in 1987 and refitted in 2008 this spacious and versatile family yacht has great layout sleeping 7 guests in 3 cabins and brand new equipment including the engine (08), generator (08) and sails (09). And then the high spec 24.9m Nautor Swan ASTRO DE L’EST, launched in 2000 and perfectly maintained with a 2008 refit she is a real cruiser-racer, ready for the 2010 Swan Maxi Circuit or for charter, sleeps 8 guests in 4 cabins.
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In Athens

Then over to Yannis Mitsopoulos at OCI Athens with V2, a well kept 16.7m Atlantis 55 from 2006, currently based in Athens and ready for some fun with a new owner.
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1 yacht sale and 11 new CAs for OCEAN Independence!

SY HOPPETOSSE Sold

OCEAN Independence (OCI) UK broker Harry Lort-Phillips sells the 30m Swan, HOPPETOSSE, acting on behalf of the buyer, with the in-house support of our Swan performance sailing yacht expert Rainer Wilhelm at OCI Vienna and Managing Partner Nicholas Dean advising on contractual and legal matters.

OCI is pleased to welcome 6 new CAs for sale and 5 for Charter to their listings.

GLISS, the outstanding 32m Royal Huisman, for sale with Peter Hürzeler has been reduced in price to Euro 11,800,000. Launched in 2006 GLISS is the perfect balance between comfort and performance, her Owner is now focusing on other yachting projects, enabling us to say GLISS is keenly for sale.
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New for sale:

Managing Partner Peter Hürzeler OCI Zurich lists the 49m CMN/Oceanco MIMTEE (ex NETANYA VII). Built in 2001 and fully SOLAS compliant she features beautifully designed interiors with every creature comfort for her 12 guests.
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Toby Maclaurin also of OCI Zurich lists the 2002 commissioned 30m Falcon 100 NEW LIFE, also for charter with OCI. Her interior was refitted in 2008 to accommodate 8/10 in 4 stylish and comfortable cabins as they cruise at 22 knots.

Peter Thompson of OCI UK lists the 2009 57m Aegean Yachts motor sailor MONTIGNE for sale, also for charter with OCI. With high volume interior and vast deck spaces guests are accommodated in 6 luxurious en-suite staterooms, including 4 doubles (3 king and 1 queen) and 2 double/twin cabins. The vessel has a state of the art audio-visual system throughout, as well as an extensive watersports toys list.
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At OCI Antibes 3 new CAs, with Eric Trupheme the 35m Tecnomar MATES, built in 2004 and refitted in 2008, this Croatian flagged and commercially registered yacht features a classic modern interior and sleeps 8 guests in 4 cabins, she is also for charter with OCI.
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Then with Jeroen Minnema & OCI UK based Managing Partner Nicholas Dean the 2005 28m Mangusta 92, ELEKTRA’S, she has an excellent layout for the charter market with large social areas inside and outside and 4 cabins sleeping 8 to 9 guests.
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Also with Jeroen Minnema is the 26m 2004 Riva 85 Opera VALERIA, a perfect example of Riva style, understated, elegant and built to last, sleeps 8 guests in 4 cabins.
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