Delta's Latest Project "ONIKA"

Delta have unveiled there latest project, a 40m (132ft) megayacht with a new high efficiency hull design. ONIKA is been built for repeat Delta owners, she has classic exterior lines and the warmth of a true Gentleman's yacht. The Delta design group has constructed the entire design and engineering package, that began with the challenge to design a hull for shallow draft cruising with the same capabilities as a full displacement design. Delta's Chief Naval Architect, Jay Miner comments:

"The new Delta hull design combines the best in long range passage making capability and fuel efficiency along with moderate draft to allow the owner access to the shallower water destinations that otherwise might not be accessible. In profile, the bow has a long overhang, with enough flare to keep the decks dry and present an overall classic look. Below the waterline the hull form has round bilges with a bulbous bow and long easy run to enhance comfort and reduce fuel consumption. Much attention was paid to the flow line patterns along the hull surface to ensure that all appendages were precisely aligned. The propeller tunnels are well blended into the hull, with a gentle transition resulting from studies conducted both by computational flow dynamics (CFD) as well as a traditional battery of physical model tests in a tow tank facility. The final result is a handsome design with the ability to cross oceans efficiently, in comfort and in style."

The interior on the main deck consists of cream colored marble floors with diamond shaped blue sodalite that contrast with Khaya mahogany wall panels. The owner has also added some of his antique furniture that's added an Edwardian feel.

The sun deck is a complete outdoor living space, that includes forward facing seats, a dining table for eight, a bar, a TV, as well as room for chaise lounges with an outdoor shower to cool down. A pair of tenders, 18' & 12', are stowed on the aft bridge deck, with the ability to launch from either side.

She will be able to reach a maximum speed of 16kts and will have a range of 4,000nm at 12kts. Watch this space for more images and information when she is launched during the spring.

Delta Marines MY Triton for Sale

One of Delta Marines most unique and special Megayachts has just been put up for sale by her owners in collaboration with Delta. The wonderful Triton as she is called was launched in 2004, measures 50m (163ft) in length and has a beam of 30m (9ft). Her name Triton (the mighty ruler of the sea) is the perfect name for a yacht of her design a capability and her owners have defiantly put her to the test over the last few years exploring the most remote places on the planet.

Her owners designed her for world exploration, deep-sea fishing and exotic reef diving. She has a luxurious mahogany interior with a blend of art deco and nautical styling, which would really give that warm feeling when anchored of a glacier.

She has the most unique features that are perfect for her world exploration capability, some of them include:

• Hydraulically deployed tender towing system with a boom and self tailing winch allowing you to deploy tenders while underway.
• Heli deck capable of carrying a Eurostar EC130B4 helicopter
• Electro-hydraulicallu powered lift to bring guest to and from the crow's nest
• Sophisticated dive compressor with Nitrox and Tri-mix capabilities
• Hydraulically deployed dive platform for ease of entry and exit from the water
• Great White rated shark cage
• Convertible sky lounge and sky deck for indoor and outdoor use
• Pullman berths in all 4 guest staterooms allowing for accommodation for up to 14 guests in addition to the owners
  

All in all she is an extraordinary yacht and one of a kind that is ready for her next journey. Triton is located on the west coast of the Untied States and is offered for sale at $25,900,000 US.

Delta Move 66m Project 'Invader'

Delta Marine in Seattle have just recently completed the moving of project Invader's steel hull to their assemble yard for the joining of the superstructure, the final fit out and final construction. Invader measures 66m (216ft) in length and comprises of steel hull and a composite superstructure. The best material was chosen for each application creating a strong, lightweight superstructure and strong ice strengthened hull. The result of the composite superstructure gives expansive windows with minimal stanchions, breathtaking views, maximum use of space, high ceilings, and efficient construction.

The process for moving the hull spanned over two days in which Delta transported the impressive 800 ton hull by barge to Delta’s main yard via the Duwamish waterway. Once at the yard they coordinated with the tides and the hull was rolled ashore into Delta’s high bay assembly building. After the hull move was complete Delta moved in three 550 ton cranes to maneuver the 138'8 by 21' superstructure that weighs 138,000 lb into place, seen in the very impressive picture above.

Invader's strong exterior lines and styling where designed by Delta's in-house team, and her interior was designed by Diane Johnson Design along with Johnson, Wen, Mulder & Associates. Her interior has a traditional classic yacht design with walnut and mahogany veneers, raised paneling, beamed overheads, and fluted columns, this all blends well with the high ceilings and grand foyers.

Some of her main features include a gym, theater, an expandable dining table for up to 20 guests, aft beach club and the owners private deck with a forward facing stateroom, salon and office. Invader will have a range of 5,000nm at 12kts prefect for circumnavigation, and the large windows will provide guests with amazing views during her long voyages around the world.

Invader is scheduled for delivery in spring 2013 and will her owners take on the beautiful but cold North West Passage or opt. for the warmer Panama Canal on her median voyage.

Delta Marine's 70ft Pocket Explorer Now For Sale

Delta Marine have just, last weekend put their recently refitted Delta 70 up for sale at a price of $3.65 million. If I had that sort of money I would be strait over to Seattle to the Delta shipyard to take her back through Alaska and the North West Passage. Now that would be an amazing trip.

This beautiful pocket explorer is one of five sisterships built by the American yard and has just been through and extensive refit. During the refit she had all of her systems removed and replaced, an addition of a swimming platform and her interior has been totally rebuilt with rich mahogany floors and excellent built-in furniture. The result is the perfect little expedition yacht that's ready to take her new owners around the world in style and comfort.

She will be able to accommodate 6 guests in 3 staterooms that includes the master cabin forward on the main deck, with a double and a twin cabin on the lower deck. She will have a range of 4,000nm at a speed of 10kts and a cruising speed of 11kts. You can see in the above image that the interior gives a warm homely feeling, perfect for an owner who wants that home away from home.

Delta Marine Launch 50m 'Arianna'

Arianna is Delta Marine's newest custom Megayacht launched and has been engineered and designed in house by the Delta Marine Group. She is 50m (164ft) in length and is the largest all composite 50m full displacement Megayacht in the world, with more than 780 gross tons. The Delta Marine Group worked close with the owner's to bring to life their vision of having a yacht that is ready to travel and explore with a Polynesian inspired interior, a home away from home.

She has a large living area of over 7,500 square feet and a beam of nearly 34ft. The large living volume was great for the interior designers to create the vision of the owner with the use of rare tropical hardwoods including Mascassar ebony, Wenge and Koa with Balinese inspired touches.

Some of her main features includes the large owner's suite located on the upper deck which has a lounge, a private outdoor deck, dining area and a customized room for children and family members. Traditionally on Megayachts of this size, forward on the main deck is usually dedicated to the owner's suite but with Arianna this space is occupied with a fully equipped gym, a sauna and a private office. These areas are filled with light from the stained glass skylights and large hull side windows.

There is plenty of outdoor space where guest can enjoy al fresco dining at the large seating area aft on the main deck, or relax in the sun and jacuzzi on the upper deck. Another feature to take note of is her float in tender garage aft and a smaller tender storage area on the sun deck.

She will have a cruising speed of 14.5kts and a maximum speed of 16kts with a transoceanic range of 5,000nm.