China: Granocean and Sparkman & Stephens Unveil Monosposto 147

From the design board of Vincent Mausset at Granocean Hong Kong and Naval Architecture by Sparkman & Stephens USA the Monosposto 147 is a long range “commuter” capable of cruising economically well above the customary speeds of the displacement category.

To achieve this task priority was given to an optimum length to beam ratio, the most efficient hull lines and minimum cross sections allowing to keep high speeds through all sea conditions. These various options also resulted in a weight half of an equivalent length displacement yacht. Her stunning looks purely result from function and not artificial fashion features, nevertheless her long enclosed foredeck and thrown aft superstructure bring this yacht an unavoidable yet unintentional reminiscence of iconic Italian single seaters; long bonnets and aft cockpits. The explanation for this project’s name.

The large foredeck features an hydraulically retractable awning over the forward dinning area forming an integral part of the foredeck while underway, alternatively offering a sun shelter when moored or in fair weather. Located underneath, the garage is able to accommodate tenders from 5 to 5.5 meters released through side hinging doors.

A very rare feature of the Monoposto wheelhouse is its 360 degrees bay window, similar to modern tug boats and extremely friendly for all around crew watch in busy waters. The wheelhouse is surrounded forward by a large Portuguese bridge facilitating docking maneuvers.

Situated at the top of the vessel, above the wheelhouse, is an observation deck with a commanding 360 degree ocean view. This platform, shaped like a fly bridge but without the clutter of instruments will give the owner and his guests a privileged position to savor the experience of “flying” across the ocean. It will also be equipped with a fridge and a wet bar and can of-course double as an ideal spot for sunbathing in complete privacy.

Cabins

Option A:

• 3 cabins.
• 2 guests’ and one full beam owners’

Option B:

• 5 cabins
• 4 guests’ and 1 full beam owners’ at main deck

Decks layouts combinations thereof could offer:

• 4 cabins without a dedicated owner’s one or,
• 4 cabins, 2 guests’ and 2 owners’ with one owners’ at main deck.

Option “C”

• 5 cabins
• 4 guests’ and one full beam owners’.

All cabins are double and featuring a desk.

Owner’s cabins enjoy a sofa corner with bar.

Crew quarters

On “A” and “B” versions crew quarters will be independently accessible from the guest’s areas. The quarters are featuring a sofa corner with table, fridge and wet bar and:

1 twin superposed berths cabin with separate head and shower.

1 captain’s cabin with queen size bed plus optional Pullman berth with en suite head – shower.

Both cabins benefiting from a desk.

These crew quarters have direct access to the garage.

On “C” version the galley is substituted by:

2 identical crew cabins at lower deck.

Both cabins benefiting from a desk.

The galley is located at main deck with separate crew mess.

Featuring a side opening door on portside and 3,000 lbs davits the garage is able to accommodate tenders from 5 to 5.5 meters and is equipped with a working bench.

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Shipbuilding Tribune Staff, May 21, 2012; Images: granocean