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SETZER TO PROMOTE VL-58 YACHT WITH BURGER BOAT COMPANY
Setzer Design Group has announced the premier of the "VL-58," another futuristic design from its Vision Line series, which which will be promoted with that renowned american builder Burger Boat Company. The new design, a 58-meter vessel nicknamed "Specter II," debuts as a streamlined expression of Setzer's visionary superyachts and heralds a surprising departure for Burger from its penchant for classic, iconic yacht styling: The modern four-deck superstructure is defined by long, clean lines and crisp edges and alcoves, complemented by interior styling and outfitting that is decidedly modern throughout.
With a beam of 10.5M and a draft of 3.1 M, the new vessel will include large, below-waterline holds and systems space. To provide around-the-globe travel in stylish luxury and comfort, it will accommodate a large owner's party within five guest cabins, as well as an elaborate owner's suite. Recessed hull-side balconies will be included within the forward hull-side of the owner's suite.
The superyacht's design will be powered by a conventional drive system capable of extended cruising speeds of 15 knots. A large helicopter deck will extend above the sun deck, integrated to off-load tenders and toys, creating a spacious covered area for entertaining on the deck below. A cabana located aft, with dockage doors deploying port and starboard, will add to the vessel's conveniences. A transom garage and launch-way will be integrated with a swim step.
The VL-58 will also feature a large theater, gym/spa, two galley areas, observation rooms, and more luxury amenities. The five guest cabins below deck will feature oversized port lights. The on-deck master will includes his-and-her heads and walk-in closets as well as a nearby office/library. A large central stairwell will connect all decks to an enclosed observatory on the upper-most deck within retractable glass walls. Exterior seating areas throughout the superyacht will offer abundant space for dining and lounging in all climates.
For the crew, the vessel will include 12 forward in six cabins and a dedicated engineer's cabin aft in the lazaretto space, as well as a crew lounge, galley and utility areas, walk-in refrigerator and freezers, and storage holds.
Light woods outlining textured fabrics and contrasting stoned and timbered soles will define the clean-lined, modern interior. Stairwells will combine stainless steel elements with leather wrapped hand-holds.
The VL-58 superyacht clearly speaks of the future while respecting both Setzer's and Burger's long histories of top-tier yacht design and construction. The new alliance between the two pedigreed companies demonstrates the strengths of both while advancing the state of yachting.
