Columbus Yachts has announced the launch of its Atlantique model, the first of three units to be delivered to their respective owners by the summer. The launch ceremony of the Atlantique 43 meter (101-foot) Night Fury II took place in the presence of the owner and his family.
The Columbus Atlantique 43m, built with a steel hull and aluminum superstructure, boasts exterior and interior designed by Hot Lab abiding by the “Architecture for Voyagers” philosophy: a combination of stylistic design and functional elements dedicated to traveling by sea while fully enjoying each moment spent on board. The naval engineering is by Palumbo Superyachts in collaboration with Hydro Tec.
The external lines are reminiscent of a shell, resembling a smooth and artfully carved stone. They have no sharp edges or sudden angle change, just a single shape, soft and aggressive at the same time. The lines are an organic blend of a motoryacht and a classic sailing hull. The affinity with the fluid lines of a sailing yacht endows this motoryacht a natural elegance.
Night Fury II is designed with the owner and his family in mind; characterized by large external areas that effortlessly blend with the generous internal space. The internal areas of the main and upper deck award total contact with the surrounding landscape.
The “sailing-type” stern of the Atlantique 43m is perhaps its most characterizing area. The central swimming pool is surrounded by an aft-facing C-shape seat. The area is very low on the water thanks to the choice of “digging” into the stern. The space is 50 centimeters above the sea surface and, thanks to the addition of two fold-out side wings, there is the perception of being in direct contact with the water.
The lower deck houses four double cabins, two VIP cabins with ensuite bathrooms on the hull sides and two twins. The forward area of the lower deck is dedicated to the crew and provides four double cabins, all with bathroom, a crew mess and laundry area.
The 18-foot tender is stored at the stern where the starboard side garage is. An area has been dedicated to a second tender (rescue boat) and two jet skis at the main deck forward.
Powered by two 1,300-horsewpower Caterpillar C32 Acert diesels, the Columbus Atlantique 43 can reach a maximum speed of 15.5 knots and a cruising speed of 14.5 knots.
The owner was introduced by Ocean Drive.
For more information: palumbosuperyachts.com
