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technically and economically viable. Beauty should not come at any
cost. Instead, it has to be grounded in the nitty-gritty world of pro-
ductivity, sustainability, cost and maintenance.”
The Italian boldismo movement in design, which focused on the
themes of speed, technology and dynamism, inspired Bolide (Latin
for missile or meteor). The concept’s standout feature is the fact
that as much as 70 percent of the exterior surfacing is glazed. As a
structural material, glass tends to keep marine surveyors awake at
night, and the design team is in ongoing discussions with the clas-
sification societies to ensure structural integrity.
“Today you can do things with structural glass that were never
dreamed of not so long ago,” Mazzeo said. “If I’d had my way, I’d
have used even more glass on Bolide, and I have no doubt that one
day we’ll be able to do much more with the material on yachts.”
For propulsion, Tankoa chose conventional drive shafts based
on the technical platform of227-foot (69.3-meter)Suerte, launched
in 2015, but the shipyard is building a 164-foot (50-meter) motory-
acht with hybrid propulsion, and the team is looking to scale up the
same system for the Bolide concept.Project Linea
Mike Reeves and James Claydon are partners in the U.K.-based
Claydon Reeves design studio, which teamed with Italian superyacht
builder Fincantieri to unveil a concept known simply as Linea. The
aim was to create a superyacht that embodied classic Italian tradition,
combined with a modern design sensibility. The 295-foot (90-meter)
concept would present no technical issues for the Italian megayacht
builder, responsible for projects such as Serene and Ocean Victory,
each well more than 430 feet length overall.
“Our design philosophy ensures that the defining profile linesBolide takes the use of structural glass
on yachts to challenging new heights.Project Linea: Italian tradition in a
295-foot (90-meter) package.