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The New 204-Foot ‘Rio’ Superyacht Gets a Welcome Worthy of Carnival

The custom vessel received a hero's welcome, complete with fireworks and confetti, at its launch last week at the crn yard in ancona., michael verdon, michael verdon's most recent stories.

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Superyacht launches tend to be private affairs, a celebration of the relationship between owners and the shipyard. Typically, it involves the owners and their families, the executives of the yard and the workers who built it. Depending on the yacht’s size, it can be one of the largest get-togethers on the docks, consummated by the owner breaking a champagne bottle breaking across the bow.

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Italian custom builder CRN gave its new 204-footer, named Rio , a welcome worthy of Carnival, complete with fireworks and confetti, as it was launched last week. The bespoke superyacht, named Project C138 during the three-year build process, made its debut at CRN’s Ancona shipyard.

The four-deck yacht, with a 37-foot beam, was designed to accommodate 12 guests across six staterooms. They include a full-beam owner’s suite, two full-beam VIP staterooms—one on the main deck forward and the other on the lower deck—and three more lower-deck suites, including two doubles and a twin. An elevator connects all four decks, which includes a private deck for the owner. The yacht has plenty of glass along its three top decks, along with portholes in the lower deck.

Superyacht launches are celebrations, but Rio’s was more Brazilian Carnival than just breaking a champagne bottle across the bow.  Courtesy CRN

The design came from CRN’s in-house team, with collaboration on the exterior and naval architecture from Omega Architects. Pulina Exclusive Interiors handled the interior styling.

Rio mixes sporty exterior lines with a vertical bow that gives it a handsome, contemporary look. The owners wanted a mixture of privacy and gracious outdoor living, so the design team combined three large exterior decks with aft overhangs on the first and second decks, and left the rear of the fourth deck open, but with an enclosed salon. The sizable beach club at the rear lower deck also has a lounge and fitness zone.

The newest CRN will undergo sea trials and final fit-out before being delivered to her owner.

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The new 62-metre masterpiece successfully completes her first trial on the open sea   Ancona, 16 March 2022 – After the spectacular launch on 15 January, M/Y RIO , the latest true custom steel and aluminium work of art by CRN, has passed her first set of sea trials with flying colours.   The new 62-metre motor yacht set out from the Ancona Superyacht Yard for a series of trials and functional tests. These initial inspections, performed by CRN’s team of highly specialised engineers and technicians in cooperation with external specialists, verified the yacht’s standards of excellence, design, build quality and her elevated levels of performance and comfort.   The M/Y RIO was designed and built by CRN in close collaboration with design and architecture studio Omega Architects , who created the exterior concept, and designers Pulina Exclusive Interiors for the styling inside. TWW Yachts is representing the Buyer, whereas TWW Yacht Management is providing integral technical consultancy, survey and project management supervision throughout the final stages of the construction process.   With a gross tonnage of 1,218 and at 62 metres long and 11.2 metres in the beam, this new bespoke yacht ranges over 4 decks and can accommodate up to 12 guests within the owner’s suite, located on the main deck, and an additional 5 guest cabins (including 2 VIP). One VIP on the Main deck forward, the other on the lower deck aft, and with the remaining 3 cabins on the lower deck. The yacht is fitted with 2 Caterpillar 3512C engines and offers a top speed of 15 knots, with a cruising speed of 12 knots.   The M/Y RIO is a unique bespoke opus with a strong artisanal stamp – a supremely sporty vessel with flowing hull lines and a near-vertical bow. The yacht fully reflects the personality of an owner with a passion for life on-board. There is an outstanding distribution and quality of light and space, with large and luminous indoor and outdoor living areas. She will provide a shared cruising experience like no other.  

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First look: Inside 62m CRN superyacht Rio

Italian shipyard CRN , a brand of Ferretti Group, has unveiled the first images of its 62 metre superyacht Rio ahead of her premiere appearance at the Monaco Yacht Show 2022.

Delivered in May , Rio was designed by CRN in partnership with Omega Architects and is the first collaboration between the pair since the 73 metre Yalla in 2014.

The yacht was built under the management of TWW Yachts and is a full-custom build with a steel hull, aluminium superstructure and  "supremely sporty" exterior that’s defined by a near-vertical bow, gentle arches in the superstructure and long lines of glazing.

Pulina Exclusive Interiors has helmed the yacht’s interior styling. Natural light is a key design point on board, and the Italian design studio ensured a bright and airy ambience with far-ranging views available across her decks.

This is particularly notable in the “luminious” main saloon, which the yard has described as a "single eye-catching space encapsulating all the elements of style that define the yacht's design."

The yacht follows a contemporary, yet playful theme that appeals to all generations. The designers haven’t shied away from vibrant colours and tropical patterns, fulfilling the owner’s request for  “bright, colourful spaces and a happy atmosphere for the younger family members to enjoy”.

A high level of detail is evident across the yacht's spaces, with hand-painted panels in the owner’s lobby, custom artworks in the saloon and a bar made from a slab of highly sought-after Azul Macauba marble that welcomes guests as they step in from the exterior decks.

Elsewhere, the design team has used a mix of white lacquered oak, delicate cotton wallpaper and warm Crema d’Orcia limestone to add character to the contrast. In the central lobby, a staircase made of bleached pickled oak and ice-white leather takes pride of place.

Pops of seafoam green and fuschia pink make an appearance on board Rio , but crisp blues and sharp navy maintain an air of sophistication throughout.

Alongside the “palatial” main saloon, guests will find a bespoke round drum table that seats up to eight and an American bar that blurs the lines between indoor and outdoor spaces.

Accommodation is for up to 12 guests across one owner’s suite and five guest cabins. These are comprised of two full-beam VIPs – one on the main deck forward, the other on the lower deck - and three suites on the lower deck. There are also nine cabins for the 15 crew.

The owner’s suite has been conceived as a “haven of privacy”, which offers 180-degree views and private amenities including a study area with a desk that can be rotated 90 degrees. The suite also benefits from a freestanding bathtub that allows the vistas to be soaked up from the comfort of a bath.

At the bow, an open-air lounge, spanning 115 square metres, is directly accessed from the master cabin. Here, the owner or principal charterer can make full use of a recessed dip pool during the day, or turn it into a dancefloor by nightfall.

One of the yacht’s clever design twists is the mooring area below the owner’s deck, which has been created so that crew completely avoid the owner’s private spaces when they require access.

Tender storage is located in the foredeck, where there is space for two jet skis, a collection of toys and an 8-metre 8-metre Pascoe Beachlander tender. A second tender of almost 5 metres is on hand for the rescue, and there is also a 14 - meter SACS Rebel 47 tender chase boat in her arsenal.

In terms of wellness, Rio plays host to a Hamman, shower and fully-equipped gym. Adjoining this area is a multi-purpose waterfront lounge area with a TV that doubles as a whiteboard for games and other entertainment.

The yacht has a top speed of 15 knots and cruises at 12 knots, powered by her twin Caterpillar engines. The yacht is IMO Tier III-certified1, assuring drastic reductions of 70% in harmful emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOx) in the engine exhaust, according to the yard.

Four fully custom yachts are currently under construction at the CRN shipyard: the 72 metre CRN 139 , 60 metre CRN 141 , 52  67 metre CRN 143, and the recently launched 52 metre superyacht Ciao .

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62m CRN superyacht RIO launches in private ceremony

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By Nina Done   18 January 2022

The latest addition to the CRN fleet, 62m (203ft) superyacht RIO , formerly known as Project C138, has just launched in a private ceremony at the Ferretti Group’s yard in Ancona, Italy . Boasting a sporty silhouette and near vertical bow, her striking exterior design is a collaboration between the shipyard and Omega Architects, with Pulina Exclusive Interiors responsible for her interior styling.

The bespoke four-deck yacht comes complete with a plethora of amenities, including a lower deck set up as a wellness retreat, home to a beach club complete with Hammam, massage room, chromotherapy shower and fitness area, a “palatial” main saloon and an Owner’s deck that doubles as a social zone.  

Superyacht RIO provides accommodation for 12 guests across 6 cabins, with guest suites made up of two full-beam VIP cabins and three suites on the lower deck, with an elevator connecting all decks.

Delivery is expected in a few months, following the successful completion of sea trials. At this stage, it is not yet known if superyacht RIO will be available for charter upon delivery to her owner in May.

If you'd like to charter a yacht of a similar calibre, you can view and compare all CRN superyachts for charter .

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Launched in the winter of 2022 and measuring 62.0m (203'5"), superyacht RIO was built by the well-known Italian shipyard CRN. Her elegant and flowing exterior lines were created by Omega Architects, while the bespoke interior is the work of Pulina Exclusive Interiors. She is able to host up to 12 guests on board, sleeping over 6 deluxe ensuite cabins, while being serviced by a crew of 15.

NOTABLE FEATURES OF RIO: ~Bridge deck Jacuzzi ~Dedicated Owner's deck ~Beach club wellness centre ~Hammam ~Chromotherapy shower ~Massage room ~Well-equipped gym ~Air conditioning ~Wi-Fi

The interiors are styled by Pulina Exclusive Interiors and include a lower deck beach club with hammam, chromotherapy shower, massage room and gym facilities, guest accommodation on the main deck along with the salon and dining room, a dedicated Owner's deck with skylounge and more facilities on the bridge deck. For the convenience of guests, all decks are connected by a lift/elevator.

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The accommodation sleeps a maximum of 12 guests across 6 en-suite cabins: 1 Master suite, 2 VIP staterooms, 2 double cabins and 1 twin cabin. The enthusiastic crew of 15 will have everything running efficiently throughout the cruise.

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New Images Revealed of CRN’s 62m M/Y RIO

By Emily Dawkins

Custom Italian yacht builder and brand of Ferretti Group, CRN, has unveiled new images of its 62m bespoke motor yacht RIO. Successfully delivered to her owner in May this year, the reveal comes two months before her world premiere at the Monaco Yacht Show in September.

62m RIO is an impeccable example of the high quality skill, expertise and fine craftsmanship of CRN, and the brand-new images of her profile certainly showcase this.

Designed in close partnership with Dutch design and architecture studio Omega Architects, the exterior profile of the recently delivered Italian vessel features sleek, flowing hull lines that contribute to a sporty yet classic individuality. Pisa-based design studio, Pulina Exclusive Interiors penned the stylish interior design, creating a flawless harmony between the spacious interior and exterior spaces onboard. 

Crafted to perfectly meet her owner’s vision, RIO evokes a, ‘strong sense of fluidity, an impression of even greater volume, and a perceptual and functional unity between inside and out' , commented the yard. 

Generous full-height windows, versatile, multipurpose spaces, and bright, colourful furniture and finishes, each play a part in creating a happy, welcoming atmosphere, fit for all the family. Following the owner’s request for a vibrant colour palette, Pulina Exclusive Interiors has designed a tropical theme throughout, where white tones and natural materials are offset by pops of colour and lively decor. Particular attention can be paid to the sought-after Azul Macauba marble bar in the main saloon. 

At 62m in length and with a beam of 11.2m, RIO welcomes 12 guests across one impressive owner’s suite on an exclusive deck, and five guest cabins. One full-beam VIP cabin is located on the main deck, with another full-beam VIP cabin on the lower deck. Three additional guest suites are situated on the lower deck, comprised of two doubles and one twin. With cabins located across the vast four decks of RIO, a lift provides easy access to each space onboard. 

Aside from her breathtaking design, RIO offers a wealth of entertainment and facilities. On the wheelhouse deck lies a custom pool with an integrated sun pad, and at night, the versatile area transforms into a fully-equipped open-air cinema. On the owner’s deck, a huge sky lounge welcomes a multifunctional room that can change to a cinema, games room or a meeting room. The lower deck features a grand beach club, with a wellness area and hammam. A full-beam garage accommodates two jet skis, an array of water toys, an 8m tender, as well as a 5m tender for crew/rescue. RIO boats a top speed of 15 knots and cruising speed of 12 knots, all thanks to twin Caterpillar engines.   

TWW Yachts represents the owner, with TWW Yacht Management providing integral guidance throughout the build process and now onward through her operational management.  

With her world debut just around the corner, we can’t wait to see RIO in all her glory in Monaco. 

"This true-custom yacht has an unmistakable pursuit: to make on-board life uniquely pleasurable." CRN Shipyard

"This true-custom yacht has an unmistakable pursuit: to make on-board life uniquely pleasurable."

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62m crn rio delivered to her owner.

TWW Yachts is delighted to announce the delivery of the 62m CRN RIO.

The M/Y RIO superyacht, the latest fully custom steel and aluminium work of art by CRN , has been successfully delivered to her owner. The new 62-metre masterpiece has now left the Ancona Superyacht Yard , as she prepares to show off her sleek profile on her debut Mediterranean cruise.

M/Y RIO stands out for the distribution and quality of the spaces , with large and luminous indoor and outdoor living areas. The yacht reflects the character of the owner, who has a passion for being onboard.

M/Y RIO will be unveiled in her world premiere at the prestigious Monaco Yacht Show , from the 28th of September to the 1st October 2022. RIO promises to be a key highlight of this event, an outstanding example of the Ancona yard’s know-how, craftsmanship, and supreme design and build expertise .

M/Y RIO is now available for charter exclusively with TWW Yachts . She will be cruising in the Mediterranean this summer and from October onwards in the Caribbean.

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On Board 62m M/Y Rio with Capt. David Kirkbride

Kate got her start in the yachting industry working as crew. She spent five years cruising the Bahamas, Caribbean, New England, and Central America, then segued that experience into a career in marine journalism, including stints as editor of  Dockwalk  and  ShowBoats International .

Light, bright, and fun, Rio is the embodiment of the modern superyacht — her colorful, casually stylish interior and contemporary exterior seem to personify the ever-younger owner demographic. The fully custom 62-meter CRN was drawn by Omega Architects with strong horizontal lines that culminate at a plumb bow. Her amenities include all the musthaves: from a beach club with hammam to an owner's deck with private foredeck lounge. Floor-to-ceiling windows facing cutaway bulwarks let the sunshine in unimpeded, and communal spaces inside and out are open-plan, flowing effortlessly from one social area to the next.

For her captain, David Kirkbride, she's a dream job. After joining the industry 19 years ago, the 39-year-old has been working as a captain since he got his master's ticket at age 31. His commands until now have been 50-meteryachts, so Rio represents a nice step up in length and volume.

He met the owners when he was their charter captain. "They were fun clients, which made those two weeks fun for everybody," he says. "The chemistry was there .. .it clicked straight away. We kept in contact and they always said they were keen for me to come work for them if they ever bought a boat." When he received a message from them with the brochure of Rio saying, "We're thinking of this. Are you interested?" his "yes" came quickly.

Rio 's owners got involved late in the build after the commissioning owner pulled out. They set to work with Pulina Exclusive Interiors to conceive an interior that matched their personality and chose a cheerful palette of carnival-esque colors. "It suits the name Rio," says Kirkbride.

While the interior was being redesigned, Capt. Kirkbride took his time hiring crew, a strategy he says paid off. "I didn't want just anybody because knowing how the family are and how they entertain, they want a family environment around them and I want that environment around myself as well. I want a happy crew. I want a crew that work well together and a crew that work well on their own. And I've ticked all those boxes, in my eyes."

Since delivery in May, Rio spent the summer cruising the Med, mainly being enjoyed by the owners, plus one successful two-week charter. "There's not one area on board that doesn't get used," says Kirkbride, "from the Jacuzzi on the owner's deck forward to the Jacuzzi on the bridge deck. Even the kids have taken over the beach club as their evening area to watch TV, listen to music, and fish off the stern."

Rio 's accommodations are particularly comfortable. In addition to the forwardfacing owner's suite on the upper deck, there are two generous VIP suites that stretch the full beam, one on the main deck and one on the lower deck, where three more guest cabins and a gym are also found. The crew quarters are relatively commodious, too, offering plenty of storage. The bridge deck hosts both the captain's cabin and an officer's cabin. Down below, "the smallest cabin, the most forward one, is still better than the cabin I had as a chief officer on a 63-meter," says Kirkbride.

Propulsion-wise, Rio is straightforward; a bulbous bow leads the displacement hull through the water at up to 15 knots, pushed by two 3512C ACERT Caterpillars. At double the gross tonnage of a 50-meter, her heft means that Capt. Kirkbride has to think ro steps ahead instead of five, he says, since she takes longer to respond, but he praises the way the boat handles at sea and how she maneuvers in port.

When asked what he likes best about his job, Capt. Kirkbride answers, "I like who I work for and the people I work with. My crew are a family and we all look after each other."

Can't ask for more than that.

This article was originally featured in the November 2022 issue of Dockwalk.

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