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Vandal Marine Semi-Custom Explorer Range To Launch at Cannes Yachting Festival

New Vandal Marine Semi-Custom Explorer Range

• Innovative foil-assisted power catamaran that delivers up to 30% reduction in fuel consumption
• The Semi-Custom Explorer Range has been designed the world-renowned naval architects Espen Øino and Scott Jutson Warmond

25 August 2022 – Vandal Marine, creators of the successful Vandal Tenders and Chase Boats, announced that it will be launching  the new Vandal Marine Semi-Custom Explorer Range at the Cannes yachting Festival that begins on 6 September.

Inspired by the harsh conditions of the Pacific North-West, Canada-based Scott Jutson provided naval architecture while world-renowned superyacht designer Espen Øino created the unique, rugged design. The result is a foil-assisted power cat, a tough, do-anything, go-anywhere companion, ideal for off the grid adventures.

Espen Øino explained the thinking behind the Explorer:

“A philosophy of “less is more” is the founding pillar of the design and offers everything a boat owner really needs – and only that. Having spent time on board over the summer, I can testify first hand to its performance and comfort. Plus, it’s seriously fun to drive!”

With its high-performance Yamaha XTO 425hp engines and asymmetric hull form, the Explorer drives like a race boat, providing exhilarating handling in all weather conditions. The unique foil design carries 35% of the Explorers weights and reduces fuel consumption by an incredible 25% to 30%, providing an excellent range of up to 240 nautical miles thus reducing both cost and emissions. The foil requires no particular skill from the operator and nor does it add to vessel draft. In addition to improved efficiency, it gives a smoother ride, less spray, enhanced high-speed stability and, of course, better performance – up to and even beyond 40 knots.

Built in the Netherlands by the team at Tenderworks, who create bespoke Tenders and Chase Boats for the world’s finest superyachts, every VANDAL Explorer is the crystallisation of generations of boatbuilding experience and are simply built to go the distance – a low maintenance, lightweight aluminium vessel that can be depended on, day in, day out, year after year.

The two 14-metre VANDAL Explorers that will be presented at Cannes are equipped with multiple features to ensure maximum comfort and space. Among which are a 6-8 person dining area, a master bedroom, aft deck rain shower, interior day head with additional shower, a well-appointed outdoor kitchen and copious lounging areas, one of which is located on the flybridge. Each boat also includes two large sun beds, solar panels and carries a tender as well as a variety of adventure gear from Ebikes, paddle boards, kite surfs, Seabobs, dive bottles, skiing equipment…

Ben Mennem, co-founder of Vandal Marine, added:

“Our new Vandal Marine Semi-Custom Explorer Range may be adapted to meet any requirements, whether it be sports fishing, diving, regatta chase boat or even heli / winter skiing. We believe that it could also be a thrilling addition as a shadow vessel for superyachts or simply for boating adventurers, who share our vision of “less is more” and want a durable, versatile craft for travelling and entertaining.”

While performance and style are key to all Vandal customers, special effort has also been taken with regards to sustainable development through powering and material choices. As such a number of features contribute to reducing the Explorer’s impact on the environment, including:

Reduced emissions

•  Innovative foil technology and hull design that reduces fuel consumption by up to 30%
• Efficient powering by two super low emission Yamaha XTO 425hp outboards, chosen for their ability to deliver strong fuel efficiency.
•  High efficiency batteries and solar panels for hotel needs

Preserving water quality

• Use of silicon antifouling lasting up to 3 years and minimum use of fairing and paint.
•  Incineration of waste from interior day head avoiding black water discharge.

Reduced waste

• Recycled and recyclable materials used wherever possible (eg. Aluminium structure, recycled sails for storage bags,…)
• Reduced quantity of consumables (remember, “less is more”!)

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Foiled! This New Explorer Power Cat Takes an Essential Design Cue From America’s Cup Raceboats

Designed for running offshore, the vandal hits 46 mph, and the foils deliver 30-percent gains in efficiency. the exterior is industrial-chic., julia zaltzman, julia zaltzman's most recent stories.

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Foils are a big thing on America’s Cup raceboats , more contemporary sail-racing series like SailGP , or even the single-handed, round-the-world Vendee Globe . These foils lift the hull above the waves, running on slender blades that give the boat greater speed and efficiency.

The concept hasn’t been applied widely to powerboats, though several power-cat builders have created fixed foils that provide efficiency without the sailboats’ daredevil heights above the water.

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Netherlands-based Vandal Marine, better known for its yacht tenders and chase boats, is getting into the foiling world with its new “foil-assisted” Explorer range.  The 46-foot power cats will be introduced at next week’s Cannes Yachting Festival.

The Vandals, with their flybridge and twin 425hp outboards, are designed to run offshore.  Courtesy Vandal Marine

Foils on these new Vandals carry about 35 percent of the boat’s weight above the water, resulting in 25 to 30 percent improved fuel economy. Think longer range and fewer emissions.

The hulls were designed by Canadian naval architect Scott Jutson and Espen Øino , the Rockstar designer of dozens of the world’s largest superyachts. Jutson focused on ensuring that the boats run well and fast in rough ocean waters—thus giving them the “explorer” label which is usually reserved for larger yachts. Øino designed the topsides to be minimalist and highly functional, while throwing in a cool, industrial-chic look.

With twin Yamaha XTO 425hp outboards, the Vandal has a 240-mile range at its cruise speed of 35 mph, with a top end of 46 mph.

A quasi-commercial, industrial-chic look.  Courtesy Vandal Marine

The series is designed with sustainability in mind. At anchor, batteries (powered by solar power panels) run the hotel load such lights and air conditioning. Recycled and recyclable materials have been used across the boat, from lightweight aluminum in the hull to storage bags made from recycled sails. An onboard waste incinerator minimizes black-water discharge, while a silicon antifouling coating on the hull avoids the use of toxic paints.

Øino also designed the Vandal with a practical eye. Beside the eight-person dining area are the master cabin, aft deck rain shower and outdoor kitchen. There’s room for a tender and toys, from e-bikes and paddle boards to dive tanks and skiing equipment.

The main stateroom. The boat adopts a minimalist look.  Courtesy Vandal Marine

“A philosophy of ‘less is more’ is the founding pillar of the design and offers everything a boat owner really needs—and only that,” Øino said in a statement.

Vandal co-founder Ben Mennem said that the 46-foot platform was designed to be customized by its owners, from sportfishing, diving, cruising or as a chase boat for a larger yacht.

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46 Custom 2024 Boat For Sale

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46' Custom 2024

2024 46' VANDAL EXPLORER

40 KNOT - FOIL ASSISTED CATAMARAN

The 46' Vandal is the tough boat ready to take you on your next adventure.  Powered by twin Yamaha 425 XTOs the boat comfortably cruises at 30 knots with a top speed of 40 knots.  The foil assisted catamaran design handles a rough sea from any direction due to the hull shape and the additional lift of the foil.  This boat comfortably makes 25 knots into a 4-5 head sea, and will significantly outperform most other boats in her class.

Unlike most open boats and center consoles of similar size the vandal explorer has a full flybridge and carries a 3.2M RIB Tender (10.5') complete with a 9.9 Yamaha 4 stroke and integrated davit.

Built to an industrial spec she looks rough and rugged from the outside but has comforts within.  Hull #3 is equipped with a king berth accessed via the port companionway a head and full galley.

Designed as an open boat where you can coexist with the elements there's plenty of protection when the weather turns within the pilot house distinguished by excellent visibility through the large negative windows.

For more information visit www.VandalMarine.com

Denison Yachting is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Woods & Associates Yacht Brokerage.

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• Yacht Details: 46' Custom 2024
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• Last Updated: Apr 1, 2024
• Asking Price: $1,250,000
• Maximum Speed: 40 kn
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• Cruising Speed: 30 kn
• Beam: 14' 5''
• Hull Material: Aluminum
• Fuel Tank: 2 x 115|gallon
• Fresh Water: 1 x 80|gallon
• Holding: 1 x 23|gallon
• Max Passengers: 14
• Single Berths: 1

GENERATOR: 5.5 KW Next Generation Diesel Generator with 31 gallon tank Cabin AC: Webasto 6000 BTU Helm AC: Webasto 13000 BTU Tender: Yamaha 320 with 9.9 four stroke House Batteries: 2 x Mastervold AGM 12/225 (group 8D) Starting Batteries: 3x Optima YT S 5.5 75AH Inverter: 3000 Watt Mastervold Mass Combi Ultra Digital Switching: Empirbus Navigation Equipment: 1x Raymarine Axiom 16XL & 1x Raymarine Axiom 12 Radar: Raymarine Quantum Q24C VHF: Raymarine Ray53 VHF Radio Joystick Control: Equipped at wheelhouse and flybridge Refrigeration: 2x Dometic CoolMatic CRD50 Coolers: 2x Dometic Coolers beneath galley Anchor / Windlass: 70LB Delta Anchor / Lewmar VX3 / High polished SS Chain Zipwake: 4 x 300S Solar: 2x Solbian SR 186L Audio: JL Audio speakers with Fusion head unit: six speakers / two subwoofers

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New Vandal Explorers: “Less is More”

Vandal Marine in The Netherlands just announced that they’re introducing a new Explorer series at the Cannes show, starting Sept. 6.

The new 46-foot offshore boats have foils for speed and fuel efficiency. They also embrace the company’s philosophy that “less is more” with a cool, industrial-chic look and without any of the extraneous bells and whistles that have been added to a lot of other new boats recently.

The company says the new Explorers “enhance the sense of adventure by removing unnecessary complications,” and that they have everything you need while eliminating everything you can do without.

The result is a fast, rugged, efficient boat with a smooth ride and exceptional seakeeping abilities in all kinds of weather. The boats have an asymmetrical aluminum hull form.

The foil is a passive addition to the catamaran hull and has no moving parts. Vandal says the foils reduce fuel consumption by 25 to 30 percent, while producing a smooth ride with less spray and more stability.

Power comes from two 425-hp Yamaha outboards. Top speed is 40 knots; range is 240 nm at a 31-knot cruising speed.

Despite the minimalist philosophy, the Explorers have many creature comforts, including a six- or eight-person dining area, a large master cabin with a head and shower, a complete outdoor galley, two sets of sun pads, and lots of lounging areas, including one on the flybridge. There are spaces to carry a tender and adventure gear ranging from bikes to SUPs and diving equipment.

The boats are built to be environmentally friendly. High-efficiency batteries and solar panels can power the house systems at anchor. An onboard waste incinerator minimizes black-water discharge.  And Vandal uses recycled materials when possible; recycled sails now serve as storage bags, for example. Read more:

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2024 46′ VANDAL EXPLORER

40 KNOT – FOIL ASSISTED CATAMARAN

The 46′ Vandal is the tough boat ready to take you on your next adventure.  Powered by twin Yamaha 425 XTOs the boat comfortably cruises at 30 knots with a top speed of 40 knots.  The foil assisted catamaran design handles a rough sea from any direction due to the hull shape and the additional lift of the foil.  This boat comfortably makes 25 knots into a 4-5 head sea, and will significantly outperform most other boats in her class.

Unlike most open boats and center consoles of similar size the vandal explorer has a full flybridge and carries a 3.2M RIB Tender (10.5′) complete with a 9.9 Yamaha 4 stroke and integrated davit.

Built to an industrial spec she looks rough and rugged from the outside but has comforts within.  Hull #3 is equipped with a king berth accessed via the port companionway a head and full galley.

Designed as an open boat where you can coexist with the elements there’s plenty of protection when the weather turns within the pilot house distinguished by excellent visibility through the large negative windows.

For more information visit www.VandalMarine.com

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Vandal 46 Explorer

The Vandal Marine brand was created by Dutch manufacturer Tenderworks, who specialize in tenders for megayachts. The main idea behind the project was to bring to market a true “all-terrain” powercat, inspired by workboats and featuring an innovative design with asymmetrical hulls linked by a central foil capable of optimizing the equation that combines speed/consumption/passage though the water. 

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The aluminum hulls are protected by impressive thick scantlings, and the welded parts throughout the deck are impressive. The 46 Explorer is fitted out in a somewhat rustic fashion, with a single, relatively spartan double cabin. However, a number of customization options, such as the fabric enclosure for the flybridge enhance the level of comfort.

According to the manufacturer, at 20 knots, fuel consumption is reduced by 30%, giving a range of over 200 miles. It’s worth noting that despite the foiling design, the Vandal is still perfectly capable of taking the ground – you’re either an explorer or you’re not... A second 60-foot (18 m) model is currently under study.

Full test of the Vandal 46 Explorer to appear in a forthcoming issue. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Builder: Vandal Marine Architect: Jutson Marine Design Length overall: 46’ (14 m) Waterline length: 39’ (12 m) Beam: 14’ (4.4 m) Draft: 2’6” (0.8 m) Light displacement: 26,015 lbs (11.8 t) Powertrain: 2 x 425 HP Yamaha XTO Cruising speed: 20/28 knots Max speed: 40 knots Fuel: 333 US gal (1,260 l) Water: 79 US gal (300 l)

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Power catamarans have become so popular in recent years. Alex Smith talks us through 6 of the most exciting models we've covered in the past 12 months...

With the promise of extra volume stability and running efficiency it’s easy to see why power catamarans have become so popular in recent years.

Established players like Sunreef , Leopard and Lagoon have been joined by new builders like Vandal, Archipelago and Moon Yachts.

Big brands like Prestige have also made them move into twin hulled motorboats in recent years, and the likes of Bluegame and Wider Yachts look set to follow suit.

So with the trend showing no signs of slowing here’s our round-up of some of the most exciting new power catamarans you can buy right now.

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Prestige M48

Prestige’s first ever power catamaran is designed to provide the volume of a 60 footer alongside the running efficiency of a 40 footer, but the way it manages all that onboard space is also quite attractive.

A three-part aft swim platform features a raising central section to help extend the cockpit party out over the water. The foredeck mimics that with freestanding furniture right at the forepeak and between them the saloon includes a big-aft galley, a large port lounge and a compact helm with a handy starboard side door.

From here private stairwells to the forward owner’s cabin and each of the two guest cabins provide plenty of privacy, and the split design of the port ensuite means it works really well as a day head.

In terms of styling the freestanding bow furniture looks a bit odd, and in terms of dynamics the stooping bridge deck does tend to touch down when the swells get beyond a couple of feet.

But if you want an accessible, novice-friendly boat that provides a party platform way out of proportion to its length, the first model in Prestige’s M line has a lot going for it. And if you have the budget, the more recent Prestige M8 is an even more convincing piece of work.

Watch our full sea trial review of the Prestige M48

Moon Power 60

As a modified sailing cat, the Moon Power 60’s beam stands at a massive 53% of its overall length and that has a very clear impact on the inside.

In spite of huge side decks with dual access to the flybridge , the internal saloon occupies an enormous footprint. It’s used for a pair of peripheral seating areas plus a forward door to access a lovely sunken bow lounge.

Visibility from the lower helm is restricted by the big stuts that sit sailboat-style toward the centre of the screen, but performance is pretty impressive: a pair of 3,500L tanks give you a 2,000nm range at 8 knots with a fuel flow of just 3lpm, and if you really want to boost the range there’s plenty of space for extra fuel capacity too.

Up on the flybridge there’s a big symmetrical lounge and a hot tub flanked by sunbeds, and down below the two hulls borrow a bit of inboard space for four ensuite cabins.

The simplistic saloon arrangement, the absence of a day heads, and the sheer masculinity of that styling might prove a bit problematic for some, but if you’re okay with a modified sailing cat, and you’re happy to work with the yard to refine that deck layout, this big imposing long-distance boat is unlike anything else out there.

Watch our full sea trial review of the Moon Power 60

Invincible 33

Invincible is a well-respected American Builder with a strong offshore sports fishing heritage and close links with the US Navy, but it also builds high-performance power catamarans, and this impressive 33-footer is the entry point to that fleet.

It uses quite a narrow beam with asymmetrical chines and spray rails, which enable it to heel into a turn in much the same fashion as a monohull and to ride the chop without spitting clouds of spray over that bow.

Capable of 56 knots with twin 400hp Verado outboards , it can also reportedly achieve cruising economy of just 2.5lpm for a range of around 500nm.

The internal arrangements are also really practical – with high capacity deck drains and an automatic fresh water flushing system for the outboards you can simply hose this boat down after a trip and get on with your day.

The fuss-free fit out includes multiple bait wells as well as lots of drained, insulated lockers that do a great job as ice chests and storage spaces, and the squared off bow provides lots of seating to supplement the big open deck of that half cockpit.

It might be built with fishing in mind, but as a rapid offshore performance machine, this might just be the perfect power catamaran for monohull lovers.

Watch our yacht tour video of the Invincible 33

Archipelago 47

The Archipelago 47 is a seriously good looking boat. Built from aluminum on the Isle of Wight with design input from commercial specialist Chartwell Marine, its low roofline, reverse screen, wide beams, slender forward hulls, and raised bridge deck give it a seriously potent profile, and that’s precisely what this boat is all about.

The idea is to deliver proper long distance offshore performance alongside a handy turn of pace in a homely fit out, and the Archipelago delivers that.

Built from 8mm hull plating with 6mm topsides, this Category A boat is rated to carry 12 people and sleep up to eight people in four cabins.

Reserving one entire hull for the owner’s suite is a really attractive option, but in all cases headroom is great and huge vertical picture windows provide amazing views from bed level.

The saloon features a large galley and lounge, as well as a raised helm with a shut-off partition for night nav. There are still some design tweaks required, particularly at the helm and the aft end, to maximise this boat’s potential, and if you want a flybridge you’ll need to look toward the Archipelago 52 instead, because on this particular boat that’s not an option.

But with space up top for all kinds of expedition friendly tenders, toys, cranes and solar panels, this tough go anywhere power catamaran has plenty going for it.

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Vandal Explorer

As a foil-assisted, outboard-powered, flybridge equipped, aluminium power catamaran, the Vandal Explorer is certainly not the mainstream choice, but of course it was never designed to be.

Created by Ben Mennem, who wants to enjoy the sun-drenched waters of the Med, in collaboration with Norwegian designer Espen Oeino, who loves outdoor adventures in the Nordic States, it seems to straddle both camps.

It uses a wide open main deck with skeletal bars rather than rigid bulkheads to keep you properly in touch with the sea. There’s also a big aft platform between the Verado XTO outboards, which operates as a passerelle, and thanks to a ladder and rain shower does a great job for watersports too.

Ahead of the cockpit lounge there’s a big transverse galley tucked inside the shelter of the pilothouse structure, and there’s also a raised full-beam bow cabin with a separate incinerator toilet.

It’s a bit noisy on that main deck when you’re underway and the limited two-berth arrangement of the base boat is likely to compel some people to question its overall practicality.

But as a tough and lightweight 40-knot boat with space for 14 people, a cool off-grid aesthetic and all the custom friendly flexibility you could want, its simplicity is actually a really key part of its appeal.

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The Aquila 44 is a proper wide-beam cruising cat

Built at Sino Eagle’s 1million sqft facility in China and developed in collaboration with the renowned J&J Design Group, Aquila is a specialist power catamaran builder and that absolutely shows.

Capable of up to 20 knots with the top rated Volvo Penta D4 420s, the Aquila 44 uses bow bulbs for extra waterline length, a softer ride and improved stability at displacement speeds.

But is the way it uses its 21ft beam that really impresses. In the aft cockpit a convivial c-shape dinette sits opposite a fold-out bar at the aft galley.

At the bow a set of steps connects the foredeck lounge directly to the flybridge, which is great for practicality as well as for large partie, and up top a central walkaround helm pod keeps things more sociable and inclusive than on any other boat in this class.

There’s a proper main deck helm too if you want it, plus sleeping for six in three private ensuite cabins, including a brilliant owner’s cabin that occupies the full beam beneath that foredeck.

If you need extra performance and style you could of course look toward the brand’s smaller, narrow-beamed, outboard-powered sport line, but for proper power catamaran lovers this big, cleverly arranged entertainment platform feels exactly right.

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Vandal Explorer 14

The motor yacht Vandal Explorer 14 is produced by the brand Vandal Marine since 2022. The Vandal Explorer 14 is a 14.00 meter aluminium motor yacht with accommodation for 14 guests and a draft of 0.70 meters which can reach speeds of up to 43 knots. The yacht has a aluminum hull with a CE certification class (B) and can navigate no further than 200 miles offshore. The base price of a new Vandal Explorer 14 is not currently published, please contact the itBoat team for pricing details.

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