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Hello Sailors


At the Cannes Yachting Festival 2026, Absolute Yachts will unveil a special collaboration with Vranjes Firenze, a leading Italian name in the world of home fragrances.


Born from the meeting of two premium made in Italy brands, united by a shared focus on quality, style, and attention to detail, this collaboration has been created to enrich the presentation of Absolute’s three new world premieres: Navetta 50 – The Absolute Calypso, Navetta 58 – The Absolute Andromeda, and Navetta 66 – The Absolute Aurora. Are you attending?

https://www.yachtfindersglobal.com/absolute-yachts-and-vranjes-firenze-a-journey-through-design-and-the-senses/

Boat of the Week

New Model Navetta 58 – The Absolute ‘Andromeda’ Replacing the original Navetta 58

 

Navetta 58 – The Absolute Andromeda
Navetta 58 Andromeda is the perfect synthesis of beauty, innovation, and masterful craftsmanship. Every detail bears the Absolute signature: uncompromising quality, impeccable seaworthiness, and timeless luxury. Like the legend that inspires its name, the Navetta 58 combines charm and elegance with inner strength, making it a true star of the sea.

How the world’s largest underwater tunnel is being built

The Fehmarnbelt tunnel, is a record-breaking tunnel being built under the Baltic Sea between Denmark and Germany, which will slash travel times and improve Scandinavia's links with the rest of Europe. Running for 18km (11 miles), the Fehmarnbelt will be the world's longest pre-fabricated road and rail tunnel. It's also a remarkable feat of engineering, that will see segments of the tunnel placed on top of the seafloor and then joined together.

Selene 52 Ocean Explorer - New Model and the perfect size

 

Inspired by feedback from the Selene owner community and blue water adventurers like the YouTube duo, The "71 Per cent", the new Selene 52 Ocean Explorer is the perfect marriage of capability and style.


As part of the Ocean Explorer series, this 52-foot vessel features a more open layout, larger windows and sleeker exterior lines than a comparable Selene Classic Explorer. However, beyond its contemporary look, the Ocean Explorer retains the performance and safety hallmarks of every Selene. This includes a powerful raised pilothouse, a Portuguese bridge, and a seaworthy deep hull designed for long-range yachting.

Things Old Sailors Taught Us

1. Never leave on a promise
2. Reef when you first think about it
3. Trust the sea, not the forecast
4. A good anchor is cheaper than a bad night
5. The wind owes you nothing
6. Learn your boat before you need her
7. If in doubt, wait
8. Pride has sunk many boats
9. Experience is paid for in mistakes
10.Fair winds are earned

Absolute Navetta 52 - 2016 best value on the market

The Absolute Navetta 52 is a masterpiece of luxury and craftsmanship, offering an unparalleled experience on the water. Designed for those who seek sophistication and comfort, this vessel seamlessly blends cutting-edge technology with timeless elegance.

     

Joke of the Week 

What did the cheese say when it saw itself in the mirror?

Halloumi

     

Nothing beats a reminder of why we love this industry

This humpback whale surfaced right alongside one of our Selene Ocean Trawlers off the Queensland Coast recently, close enough to reach out and touch. It's a great reminder of what a Selene is built for: those long, slow-cruising bluewater passages where moments like this happen, far from the crowds, with time to actually enjoy what's around you.
Humpbacks migrate along the Queensland coast roughly June through November.
     

Hylas 48 - New Perfect Offshore Cruiser

The “First in Class” Hylas H48 design has been the choice of voyagers in mid-size yachts for decades and for very good reasons. Bill Dixon’s lifestyle enhancements will keep this yacht relevant for aspiring voyagers in years to come. Extending the enclosed centre cockpit to accommodate crew numbers and cockpit relaxation but staying with the classic cutter rig will bring peace of mind as the weather deteriorates. The self-tacking staysail makes very light work in heavy going. All lines run back to the cockpit, so there’s no need for the crew to be on deck. Enhanced performance underway.

     


Recipe of the Week:  


Coconut Fish


Ingredients:
  • Lemongrass 1 stalk 
  • Red chilli 1 (optional) 
  • Red onion ½ 
  • Tomatoes 4 ripe (or 1 can crushed tomatoes) 
  • Coconut milk 1 can 
  • Lemon juice 2-3 T 
  • Fish sauce 2 T 
  • Sugar 1 t
  • Basil leaves ¼ cup roughly chopped
  • White fish fillets 600g (e.g. terakihi, gurnard, snapper etc)

 

Method:
1. Remove outer leaf & finely chop lemongrass; slice chilli lengthways, scrape out seeds, then finely chop; thinly slice onion; roughly chop tomatoes.

2. Heat large fry-pan on medium heat. Add ¼ C of coconut milk, lemongrass & chilli & fry until liquid evaporates & lemongrass is tender, 2-3 mins. Stir in remaining coconut milk, onion, tomatoes, lemon juice, fish sauce, sugar and basil leaves. Simmer for 5 mins.

3. Pat fish dry with paper towels. Season with salt & pepper. Place whole fish fillets in the coconut sauce & simmer for 4 mins; turn fillets over & cook for further 1 min or until just cooked. Enjoy.

     

BRAND NEW Italian 48 ft motor yacht with a NEW BOAT 2 Year Factory Warranty plus a saving of well over NZ$1.2 million. All offers considered

 

If you currently have any interest in buying a motor yacht – new or used, you will be seriously surprised at the extraordinary value for money available in considering this brand new, groundbreaking Italian made 48 foot Absolute Coupe. Solar-Powered, three cabined (no bunks), 2 x Volvo IPS engines, auto-docking and all with the best indoor-outdoor living and entertaining areas of any other motor yacht of this size. It’s waiting at Westhaven, Auckland for a new owner… Get aboard now by taking a look at these walk-through YouTube videos below:

     

So why do so many people use Semco?

Semco is a premium teak sealer trusted by boat owners worldwide and it’s perfectly suited to New Zealand’s harsh marine conditions. Designed to protect teak from UV, salt air, and moisture, Semco delivers season long protection with just two easy coats. Unlike oils that blacken or varnishes that peel, Semco enhances the natural beauty of teak while remaining water repellent and non-slip - ideal for decks and high traffic areas. It’s simple to maintain, making it a smart, practical choice for boaties who want their teak to look great without constant upkeep.
     
     

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