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A new player has entered the strategic 52-foot motor yacht segment, where speed, design and build quality make all the difference.
A 52-foot Volvo IPS announced at 47 knots
On paper, the Manari 52 is positioned as a fast yacht in the 15 to 16-meter range. Maximum speed is announced at 47 knots, a high figure for a yacht equipped with Volvo Penta IPS propulsion.
The IPS system is based on steerable pods with counter-rotating propellers mounted forward of the baseplate. This configuration improves propulsive efficiency and makes maneuvering easier, thanks to the joystick. In port, the crew benefits from precise control of lateral movements and in-place rotations.
For the sailor, this means easier handling than with a conventional shaft line. On the other hand, pod maintenance requires rigorous technical monitoring, particularly of the base gaskets, anodes and integrated steering systems. At these speeds, installation quality and weight balancing are crucial to safety and comfort.
Hull and structure, the weight equation
Achieving close to 50 knots with a yacht of this size requires an optimized hull. Controlling weight specifications becomes central. Every piece of equipment - generator, air conditioning, furniture - has an influence on trim and dynamic behavior.
The first model was built in Turkey, a country renowned for its mastery of composite structures. Careful stratification, longitudinal rigidity control and reinforcements at stress points are essential to withstand high-speed stresses. At 40 knots and more, impacts in the chop place heavy demands on the floors, bulkheads and hull-deck connection.
For the owner, the promise of high speed must go hand in hand with healthy behavior in rough seas. A fast hull isn't enough: you also need good transverse stability and good wave reading at mid-range.
Exterior and interior design, technical compromise
The Manari 52's profile features a low superstructure and taut lines. This reduces wind resistance and lowers the center of gravity, both of which contribute to high-speed stability.
But a low roof implies a number of interior trade-offs. Headroom and light levels must remain compatible with a coastal cruising program. On a 52-footer, expectations are well known: a comfortable owner's cabin, a second cabin that can be used, a well-ventilated bathroom and sufficient storage space for several days on board.
The shipyard is announcing the customization of its finishes. Wood, upholstery, cockpit layout - each option adds value for the customer, but makes mass production more complex. For a young builder, mastering this industrial variability is a real challenge.
An international strategy and a broad product range
Miami-based Manari Yachts announces a range of yachts from 42 to 112 feet. From an industrial point of view, moving from a 52-footer to larger units requires greater expertise in naval architecture, structural calculations and standards management. Stability, compartmentalization and safety requirements evolve considerably above 24 meters.
