As one of the world’s leading shipyards specializing in “high-quality carbon fibre (sic) custom yachts,” there is no denying that the development of any new Baltic yacht is certainly an exciting occasion. However, even when compared to the usual enthusiasm that Baltic yachts can produce, the development of the Baltic 142 Canova has generated even more interest from shipbuilding enthusiasts around the world.
Overcoming the Odds
The anticipation surrounding Canova’s debut has largely been due to the fact that—unlike any super sailing yacht we have ever seen before—the Baltic team has sought out to create the first super sailing yacht featuring a foil system. Because this ship may permanently change the way super sail yachts are built in the future, the NAVIS team has naturally been paying very close to attention to its development.
In order to overcome this seemingly “impossible task,” the engineering and design team has worked tirelessly in order to assure the final product is both revolutionary and high-performing. Though this project has required considerably more effort than most ships of a similar length, once the foil system is fully complete, these efforts will undeniably be worth it.
Building Anticipation
There is not yet an official date for when this 142-foot work of engineering brilliance will launch (though it will be in 2019), but the shipyard has indicated a large amount of progress has already been made. The process of crafting a carbon fiber vessel capable of reaching high speeds and handling tumultuous waters will naturally take a considerable amount of time. Both the owners and the yachting public are patiently awaiting as yet another Baltic masterpiece prepares herself to see the world.
When completed, the ship will feature eight cabins, personalized dining and gathering areas, as well as an easily accessible open space on deck. Large, dark sails establish a sense of dominance and nautical power. The exterior appears to be both sleek and elegant—perfect for anyone who is looking to navigate open waters without fear.
Commitment to Technical Brilliance
The primary contributors to this project have included Farr Yacht Design (Naval architect), Lucio Micheletti (exterior and interior design), and the rest of the team at Baltic Yachts (project coordination and interior design). Each of these contributors were carefully chosen due to their already established success in the industry and their seemingly unrivaled commitments to their craft.
As evidenced by her design and features, Baltic 142 Canova is expected to be a technical masterpiece. The carbon fiber body ensures agility in the water, yet, she is also expected to manage an impressive displacement of an estimated 140 tons. The ship’s equipment will include Harken electrical deck winches, a fuel tank capacity of 13,4000 liters (including a 400-liter “day tank”), an advanced sail drive propulsion system (SPS), and various other state of the features.
Naturally, there is still a lot of work that needs to be done between the beginning of the year and the completion of the project. The unique foil system will require considerable attention to detail and willingness to make adaptations on the fly. However, based off of everything that we have been able to witness so far, it is clear that the team is moving in a brilliant direction.
