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Cantiere del Pardo, the new Grand Soleil 72 will be offered in the “Performance and Long Cruise” versions

Made in Italy

As for the Made in Italy that makes Italy great in the yachting world, this Grand Soleil 72-footer is designed by an all-Italian team: the designer is Matteo Polli, who also conceived the Grand Soleil 44. This is a sign that Grand Soleil Yachts wants to give “ continuity and a family feeling to the range. Marco Lostuzzi was in charge of the structures, while the project manager is Franco Corazza , “ who will follow the owners step by step during the construction process.

Maximum eco-sustainable vocation

Last but not least, the introduction of solar panels on board. It will be “ a boat with the highest degree of eco-sustainability ,” explain Cantiere del Pardo’s marketing department.

Grand Soleil 72 Performance

Performance is guaranteed by the particular design of the hull, where “the flared cross sections will make it possible to achieve great form stability and a much increased dynamic length “. As for the sail area (310 square metres), this has been designed with an extremely wide bow triangle . Moreover, a large J makes it easier to manoeuvre with the mainsail and increase performance “ in medium wind and short sea “. The performance that the GS 72 is aiming for is certainly expressed by the waterlines characterized by a “ reduced wetted surface” .

The renderings of the GS 72 that have come into the possession of our editorial staff depict a sailing yacht whose deck is ultra-spacious, especially in the helm station. The GS 72 has a maximum beam of 6.20 meters. And, if you look at the cockpit, it features “ ergonomics and comfort ” typical of luxury sports yachts. “ The highly advanced and highly efficient rudder blade will allow for easy manoeuvring and precise steering. The keel will be an inverted T keel with a weldox blade and lead torpedo, but it will be possible to install either a lifting keel or a telescopic keel”. The draft will be a “ standard ” size of 3.70 meters.

At first glance, the Grand Soleil 72 certainly stands out for its design in the general layout of the exterior, the deck and the interior. Here, “ sweet, clean and elegant ” forms find harmony in a yacht with “very generous volumes” , summed up in a design entrusted to the prestigious Milan-based Nauta Design studio, whose creativity will give “a boat with a distinctly Italian aesthetic “. One more detail: “ ergonomics, stowage, functions and the quality of all the accessories are set to superyacht standards”.

Grand Soleil 72 – Hull no.1

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COMFORT, FUNCTIONALITY & ELEGANCE

The new gs 72 long cruise.

The new Grand Soleil 72 follows the same path as the other Grand Soleil models offering a Long Cruise version as well. The Long Cruise version will be distinguished by its deckhouse characterized by a large 270° view window. In this version, the deckhouse will also be raised and enlarged compared to the Performance. Technically this will enable two beneficial features; one raising the flooring of the central part of the boat therefore increasing the walking area and second allowing several electrical and mechanical systems to be moved under the dinette area. In cockpit, entrance hatch and ladder will be moved laterally in order to obtain a C-shaped seating and in one line maintaining two large sundecks aft of benches which also characterize the Performance version. The LC version will have the whole dinette raised allowing owners and passengers to enjoy the view both in a sitting and standing position.

Internally, various solutions have been studied for Performance and Long Cruise versions both with the owner’s cabin forward however with two different settings for the galley being aft or forward as well as providing different distribution solutions for the guest and crew cabins.

FUNCTIONALITY AND ATTENTION TO DETAIL AT THE CORE

The layout of the interiors, according to Nauta’s customary and acclaimed penmanship, is in perfect harmony with the geometry of the deck. Nauta has conceived, designed and refined every volume and every small detail of both deck and interiors in order to optimize all spaces and obtain a coherent, holistic interaction between exteriors and interiors. In the interiors, size, ergonomics, stowage, functions and quality of all fittings are set to super yacht standards. The design and the various palettes of the materials characterize the interiors with a sober, fresh, elegant and welcoming style.

Moving below deck through the companionway leads to Grand Soleil 72’s living room, the beating heart of the yacht. To the left, you will find a cozy L-shaped sofa with a dining table that can comfortably accommodate 6 people. To the right is placed an elegant U-shaped sofa that extends to the chart area towards the bow with a wall-mounted dashboard and storage drawers underneath.

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OVER 60 FEET EXCELLENCE

Cantiere del Pardo enters into a new segment of yachts above 60 feet, taking advantage of new facilities as well as a new dedicated team. Models over 60 feet will follow the same path as the other Grand Soleil designs, offering two versions: Performance and Long Cruise. They will also be developed according to the needs of the owners who appreciate a made-to-measure approach, to live their adventures in comfort, safety and autonomy in the utmost respect of the marine habitat.

The new GS 72 represent the pinnacle and synthesis of Grand Soleil’s shipbuilding experience. 72 feet of quality, tradition and attention to detail, that together will shape a boat built to the highest standards of the boating industry.

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Grand Soleil 72: the first official pictures in Capri unveiled

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Cantiere del Pardo is thrilled to share with the public the first official shots of the brand-new Grand Soleil 72, flagship of the Grand Soleil fleet. The photoshoot took place in Capri, in front of the world- renowned Amalfi Coast, featuring crystal clear waters that further enhance the elegant lines of such an amazing boat. Capri has been carefully selected as the backdrop of this new model, a truly stunning location recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site. The Capri’s Faraglioni, with plunging sheer cliffs and the Sorrento rocky coastline, offers a variety of breathtaking views.

The debut of the Grand Soleil 72 not only introduces the new model but also intends to announce the launch of a whole new range of sailing yachts above 60 feet. The Grand Soleil 72 represents the first yacht of this segment. These unique projects are developed by Cantiere del Pardo with Franco Corazza as Project Manager, Matteo Polli in charge of the naval architecture and Nauta Design for interior and deck design.

The new flagship of the Grand Soleil fleet was presented as World Première at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2022 getting great interest from international clients and the press. The incredible success of our latest model of the shipyard does not stop here: at the Genoa Boat Show 2022, the Grand Soleil 72 won the Design Innovation Award in the sailboat category above 10 meters in length. Grand Soleil 72 stood out from the crowd thanks to its ability to combine the yard’s 50 years of experience with a balanced yacht in terms of performance, navigation, and interior space refinements.

The new challenge of Cantiere del Pardo starts now: Grand Soleil 72 hits the water A unique project developed by Cantiere del Pardo, in collaboration with some of the most relevant names of the Italian sailing panorama: Franco Corazza, Matteo Polli, Nauta Design, and Marco Lostuzzi. All internationally recognized for outstanding projects in the nautical field signed Made in Italy.

The goal of this project is to create a boat with true Italian aesthetic: elegant and modern design with high comfort ergonomics for both below deck and outside areas. The Shipyard's craftsmanship and experience gained over the last 50 years are not only limited to developing excellent aesthetic lines but also to care about technical details of all those areas where the eye does not normally reach. First, among many, all the composite bulkheads in the interior are weighed one by one while defining the thickness of each ad hoc to optimize strength, lightness and performance. Ensuring the reliability of Grand Soleil boats has always been a strength of Cantiere del Pardo. All construction processes and onboard systems are tested and certified with the strictest quality controls. Great attention to detail and unprecedented meticulousness especially distinguish the Grand Soleil 72 project for every single component.

Alberto Cocchi's latest pictures taken at the production site are meant to capture the developing process right before merging the hull and deck. A true milestone in the assembly process before moving on to interior fittings and hull finishing. For those who love technical details, the Grand Soleil 72 hull lines designed by Matteo Polli are featured by a prominent V-shaped bow. The significant dynamic length, thanks to slips and low wetted surface, allows the stern to be eased for reduced friction of the submerged sections when sailing. This traduces in higher dynamic speed and stability when the boat is heeled, promising not only better performance in light wind conditions, typical of the Mediterranean area, but also excellent sailing ease and safety.

The hull is made through an epoxy-based vacuum infusion process of vinylester resin into biaxial fiberglass and unidirectional carbon fabrics, resulting in a light and strong hull. In addition, the most stressed hull sections,such as longitudinal and transversal structures are laminated in fiberglass and stiffened by carbon reinforcements to boost strength and rigidity. The Interiors design developed by the highly appreciated Nauta Design perfectly connects with the geometries of the deck. Nauta conceived, designed and refined the volumes and details of the deck to make the most out of every single space, achieving a coherent and holistic relationship among them. The interiors, dimensions, ergonomics, storage, functions and quality of all accessories are up to super yacht standards. The design and colors used in the interiors translate into a tasteful, elegant, and welcoming mood.

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First look: Grand Soleil 40 Performance

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• June 7, 2022

Rupert Holmes takes a look at the recently announced Grand Soleil 40 Performance, a new performance cruiser from the popular yachting brand

In recent years there’s been a dearth of new performance cruisers of this size, so this Grand Soleil 40 Performance is a welcome addition to the market. It’s intended to capitalise on the success of the Grand Soleil 44, which won last year’s ORC World Championship, yet has a comfortable and spacious interior. Like the larger boat it’s offered in both Performance and Race versions.

Designer Matteo Polli says the hull lines are “an evolution of the concepts studied for the Grand Soleil 44, giving maximum attention to the balance of volume as heel increases.” Nevertheless, the bow profile has been kept fine by today’s standards to reduce wetted surface area and minimise motion and slamming in a seaway.

The Performance version has a self-tacking jib as standard, while the Race model adds transverse jib sheet tracks, an extra pair of winches and a recessed mainsheet traveller. It also comes with a bowsprit and hydraulic backstay. Both have a single rudder positioned well forward of the disturbed water near the transom.

Three keels are offered – a 2.4m draught with cast iron blade and lead torpedo optimised for IRC racing, a 2.1m version aimed at ORC competition and a 1.85m shoal keel for cruisers who need the flexibility to enter shallow harbours and anchorages.

Interior design and external styling is by Nauta, which has created a spacious three cabin layout, including a large owner’s suite forward with a peninsula bed and plenty of floor space. The port side of the saloon is given over to a 2.6m long linear galley, which has much more stowage and worktop space than is generally associated with performance cruisers of this size. The first example is scheduled to be unveiled at the Cannes boat show in September 2022.

Grand Soleil 40 Performance

Hull length: 11.90m / 39ft 0in Beam: 4.07m / 13ft 4in Draught (std keel): 2.40m / 7ft 10in Displacement: 7,500kg / 16,500lb Ballast: 2,500kg / 5,500lb Price: TBA Builder: grandsoleil.net

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The history of Cantiere del Pardo began in Bologna, Italy in 1973. Their ambitious objective was to produce regatta boats that combined the best possible performance with elegant and innovative design. Today’s Grand Soleil’s timeless style with over 40 years of history have left its mark on a fundamental chapter in the history of modern sailing. For years, Cantiere del Pardo has been creating yachts with care and passion, each one unique, thus establishing the company as one of the top producers worldwide. Because the Grand Soleil yachts are an icon of 'made in Italy' style.

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