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Launched in December of last year, the interiors of the 23.9-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/276" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="McConaghy Boats (Company)">McConaghy Boats</a> catamaran <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11381" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bundalong23.9m (78'5&quot;)McConaghy Boats2024">Bundalong</a> have been unveiled. The MC82p yacht, whose name translates to the Aboriginal word for “joined together” displays a minimalistic interior aesthetic.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298074/image/large-bc0cc5c639faf4bf8c053cfaf2208f87.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298074">The catamaran features both exterior and interior design crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6424" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ker Yacht Design (Company)">Ker Yacht Design</a> and houses a large main saloon. The sophisticated saloon showcases a dedicated dining area and an open-plan galley, creating a spacious area to relax onboard. Lined with horizontal windows, a plethora of light can illuminate the yacht’s bright interior throughout the day, while warm low-level lighting amplifies the cosy ambiance.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298081/image/large-5df4774fd32390514129d8ecdd3ee931.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298081"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298082/image/large-11633feabc77cbca692650d9503a2ef9.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298082"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298080/image/large-8553f10a37e1497560a1378144106b7c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298080">The saloon leads out onto a large aft deck, equipped with sleek white sofas and a lacquered alfresco dining table, providing guests with the perfect spot to take in their surroundings, while a comfortable exterior lounge is placed forward of the superstructure.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298083/image/large-3b61f4d3a64862ac98458255f32a60cf.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298083">In terms of accommodation, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11381" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bundalong23.9m (78'5&quot;)McConaghy Boats2024">Bundalong</a> consists of four double staterooms, three of which can be converted to twin berths, along with two additional cabins for crew onboard. The catamaran’s staterooms fuse light woods with crisp white fabrics and plush furnishings to enhance the yacht’s sleek interior design. Thoughtfully situated lighting frames the staterooms, while meticulous bronze detailing characterises the ensuites.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298076/image/large-4b390f589140eb72e30f695a73a88b84.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298076"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298075/image/large-af14b4034964cbf4efd7b1099588b53d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298075"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298078/image/large-b8227f9b05d31172a0ce7118f9786ffd.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298078"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298077/image/large-e33db12c7a1267ad07fac412b28b5b18.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298077"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298079/image/large-91ff8d9a00725c41a3e39b9db4290e76.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298079">Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/mcconaghy-boats-catamaran-mc82p-launched" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">24m McConaghy catamaran Bundalong launched in China</a>The catamaran’s flybridge also features an informal alfresco dining area for guests to enjoy, equipped with freestanding lounge furniture, while sun loungers are situated aft to provide unobstructed sea-views. In addition, the flybridge features a fixed bimini equipped with a retractable centre sunroof panel.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298085/image/large-c031534616b850313f8ecdfa5d45fa33.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298085">Designed with entertainment in mind, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11381" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bundalong23.9m (78'5&quot;)McConaghy Boats2024">Bundalong</a> can carry a 5.7-metre tender situated on a hydraulic platform which also doubles as a swim platform, providing seamless access to and from the water.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298084/image/large-6532783850a2084f0199fcc4bb65ac8d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298084"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298073/image/large-95b4679e7feca29d5a1461461b053dc4.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298073">Regarding performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11381" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bundalong23.9m (78'5&quot;)McConaghy Boats2024">Bundalong</a> can reach a cruising speed of 10 knots and a top speed of up to 28 knots.&nbsp;

onboard McConaghy catamaran Bundalong

SuperYacht Times takes a closer look onboard the 24m McConaghy catamaran Bundalong.

First look onboard 24m McConaghy MC82p catamaran Bundalong

The 23.9-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/276" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="McConaghy Boats (Company)">McConaghy Boats</a> Catamaran <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11381" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bundalong23.9m (78'5&quot;)McConaghy Boats2024">Bundalong</a> yacht has touched the water at the yard’s facility in China. She features exterior and interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6424" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ker Yacht Design (Company)">Ker Yacht Design</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/296276/image/large-d8f9a9984ddbacb5672fc31183904a50.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/296276">The yacht features a spacious saloon complete with a dining area and an open plan galley. Moreover, a spacious aft deck with sofas provides an alfresco dining space, and a cosy exterior lounge is placed forward of the superstructure.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201749/image/large-2576ab03d62bf58c500b9457dca059ec.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201749">As for the flybridge there is another informal dining area and freestanding lounge furniture, with sun loungers positioned aft to make the most of the elevated and uninterrupted views. The flybridge itself is sheltered by a fixed bimini, with a retractable centre sunroof panel.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/255978/image/large-bd8ce16b8cab44099cac198fcc0c702b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/255978"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11381" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bundalong23.9m (78'5&quot;)McConaghy Boats2024">Bundalong</a> can carry a 5.7-metre tender on a hydraulic aft platform, which when deployed, creates a spacious swim platform, or provides additional deck space. Additional production options include solar power generation, synthetic teak decking, various hull colours, underwater lights and an integrated audiovisual package.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201753/image/large-39e2dd2baf331c99ae9e1870bf71e03b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201753">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/276" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="McConaghy Boats (Company)">McConaghy</a>&nbsp;yacht has a GRP hull and superstructure. Performance-wise, she is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1470" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Scania (Company)">Scania</a> engines, which give her a cruising speed of 10 knots and a top speed of 17 knots.

24m McConaghy catamaran Bundalong launched

The 23.9-metre McConaghy Boats Catamaran MC82p yacht has touched the water at the yard’s facility in China.

24m McConaghy catamaran Bundalong launched in China

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6653" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jay Aberdoni Yacht Design (Company)">Jay Aberdoni</a> has lifted the lid on his new 72-metre yacht concept, Posterity. The ground-breaking design is modern, yet timeless and brings a new way of living to yachting. She is the first independently designed yacht by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6653" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jay Aberdoni Yacht Design (Company)">Jay Aberdoni</a>, and she breaks away from tradition by creating sweeping views through the elimination of walls to create space to breathe.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219752/image/large-180a3dd1aaf93fef66b363c70aa51e2c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219752">Posterity is able to steal space and transform it into something different with its open floor plan and glass bulwarks. Her sleek exterior design is highlighted with the twin lines in wave flowing form along her streamlined profile. This feature alone makes her a standout yacht with others within the same class. Minimalism is a must for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6653" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jay Aberdoni Yacht Design (Company)">Aberdoni</a>, “I prefer few lines, to keep the design simple in profile, and complex surfaces to give three dimensionality to the design. I enjoy playing with shadows and reflections rather than paint and flat faces.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219755/image/large-7b5b8cc4c24a2516cc2aabb209fb2a66.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219755"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219756/image/large-fc8e986f63e5331004a4a02a94f2415b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219756"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6653" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jay Aberdoni Yacht Design (Company)">Aberdoni</a>, who has been in the yachting industry for around ten years, started working with British studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6424" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ker Yacht Design (Company)">Ker Yacht Design and Engineering</a> before joining <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1124" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lobanov Design (Company)">Lobanov Design</a> in Barcelona. His more recent ventures have been with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3025" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alberto Mancini Yacht Design (Company)">Alberto Mancini Yacht Design</a>, in Monaco.“There is always a lot of talk about how to approach the design of a yacht, as if it was a house or a vehicle. The truth is that a yacht, literally, is both. When I design a yacht, I take a lot of inspiration from architecture. I try to come up with beautiful areas that define the interior space. When it comes to the exterior, I treat the surfacing with the same care as they do in the car design industry, playing with twisting shapes, creating nice and flowing reflections.”The 72-metre concept avoids a hardtop in order to maintain her low minimal profile whilst still being able to escape the sun. Posterity features an electronically deployed arched shade that slides through the rails and into the teak and can extend as far as the guests would like.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219763/image/large-72473ab6764fc454d331270613497567.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219763">Posterity breathes open air, and the owner can enjoy it too with a private terrace, furnished with tasteful Minotti furniture. The resting area, like much of the innovative yacht, is surrounded by full height sliding glass windows that give the opportunity to create a grand open space. She blends seamlessly with her surroundings as her fading pattern is reminiscent of the colours of the sky.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219764/image/large-2ae573d5485355c88e770d292cdbab2a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219764"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219765/image/large-65f86624741b5251de5dadea0219575e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219765">The main saloon and dining area occupy one large space and link to the lower deck through a modern spiral staircase that dominates the room. But the key feature of this yacht is the observation library, a curved glass encased room located alongside the saloon. This room is undoubtedly the most special place on the yacht, as you look up at the cascading lights that are reminiscent of raining stars. Fold-down side doors in the beach club and a drop-down transom create a floating resort vibe with a sea breeze. The furniture is kept to a minimum in this space, with only sofas, a coffee table and sun loungers to distract from the wide vistas.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219758/image/large-86a10350ee983205d8bace372ca830d9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219758"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219762/image/large-b184b404e1f166fb779896de4dc806d0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219762">The lower deck also includes a gym, sauna and tender garage, where toys and tenders are easily deployed via side hatches. Guests also board the yacht via side doors, with lobbies on the lower and main deck. The upper deck is divided between the owner’s suite aft and the bridge forward. Glass panels in the library, main saloon and owner’s suite fully retract to create vast open spaces or remain closed for a quiet and air-conditioned environment.“The design of Posterity is the result of piecing together my years in yacht design, where I have experienced different approaches for developing a project. I thought of it as a way to say ‘hello’ to the industry, and what a better way to do so than designing a yacht that represents who I am as a designer.” says <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6653" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jay Aberdoni Yacht Design (Company)">Jay Aberdoni</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219761/image/large-3b07b9811066492c481d4015304e869b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219761">Posterity features an infinity pool on the sun deck, surrounded by teak decks that merge into the bottom of the pool, darkening the depth, and turning into a stunning turquoise pattern. A second pool is located on the sun deck and the aft deck provides sun protection and access to the water.Posterity features less decks than other yachts her size. The bridge deck and owner’s deck, which contains an office, private lounge, bedroom and ensuite that leads out to a private terrace, are merged to create a low volume, tri-deck yacht with a slimline profile. Aberdoni’s absence of a hard top also creates an open effect by leaving the sky in plain view.“I enjoy minimalism and peaceful shapes. I like Interior spaces that connect with outdoor areas and unblocked views to the sea. Posterity is a beach house to the highest expression."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219757/image/large-88c2d656227d9d94c4ab89f02ec12fff.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219757">Although this is <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6653" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jay Aberdoni Yacht Design (Company)">Jay Aberdoni</a>’s first project he already has some defining features and aspects that make Prosperity stand out from the rest. She proudly displays a pirate flag at her stern, a key characteristic in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6653" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jay Aberdoni Yacht Design (Company)">Aberdoni</a>’s designs. “I adopted it a long time ago as a subtle signature that is always present in my work! From now on, that will be one way to know a yacht is designed by me!”

Posterity yacht concept

SYT take a look at Poserity, the new design by Jay Aberdoni that brings a new way of living to yachting.

Posterity: The 72m ground-breaking new concept from Jay Aberdoni

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/276" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="McConaghy Boats (Company)">McConaghy Boats</a> has announced that they have sold the first unit of the 25-metre catamaran MC82p series. Construction on the vessel has commenced and is due to be delivered to her experienced owner in March 2023.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201752/image/large-59f4fbb2761416fbbe97a12b96d7a174.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201752">The MC82p features naval architecture from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6424" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ker Yacht Design (Company)">Ker Yacht Design</a> while her interior design was penned by Italian design studio, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5407" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="m2atelier (Company)">m2atelier</a>. The yacht features a spacious saloon complete with a dining area and an open plan galley.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201745/image/large-ca563603aaae75adaed1ae114c183685.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201745"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201749/image/large-2576ab03d62bf58c500b9457dca059ec.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201749"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201744/image/large-0dfa05a54c3e6d79b979a60201b66539.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201744">Her aft deck is accessed via glass sliding doors and features sofas and an al fresco dining space, while an additional lounge is situated at her bow. Her flybridge offers panoramic views, an informal dining area, sun loungers and freestanding furniture, making the space multipurpose. The space is shaded by a fixed bimini.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201748/image/large-250bc2f0132105eb32df2a8ae02dabf4.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201748"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201746/image/large-90509517f232a988b079f8a13730abdb.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201746"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201751/image/large-2e538886ac2af87839a15ceadf573c61.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201751"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201747/image/large-f4bb56f07769e14ede02a6e066be49a6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201747">The yacht can accommodate up-to eight guests between four double staterooms, which are situated in each hull. There is the option to convert two of the staterooms into twin accommodations. Each of the staterooms is en suite.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201750/image/large-aba23d1699b875294eb4ec693c9462d9.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201750" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201742/image/large-ffe3a786bf0057dc409b9c67b0b36604.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201742" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201741/image/large-62f3c514bacad06aa3f0dd56e98fb43a.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201741" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">The MC82p features a flexible interior layout, which can be modified to accommodate an owner’s needs. Mark Evans, the CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/276" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="McConaghy Boats (Company)">McConaghy</a>, notes, “The general arrangement of any <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/276" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="McConaghy Boats (Company)">McConaghy</a> multihull can be configured to specifically suit each client’s requirements. Some clients like to have a master suite on the main deck, while others request fewer but larger guest suites and some place greater emphasis on crew accommodation and layout versatility. We pride ourselves on being able to meet any client request – this is production boat building with full-custom possibility.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201753/image/large-39e2dd2baf331c99ae9e1870bf71e03b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201753">The yacht can store a 5.7-metre tender, which is carried on a hydraulic aft platform. When her tender is deployed her transom can serve as a swim platform. She is equipped with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1741" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yanmar Co., Ltd. (Company)">Yanmar</a> engines and is able to reach a top speed of 17 knots and a cruising speed of 10 knots. Due to the lightweight nature of her hull, her builders estimate a reduction of fuel usage between 30-50%, compared to other vessels in her class.

McConaghy sells first unit of 25m catamaran MC82p

McConaghy Boats has announced the sale of the first unit of its 25m catamaran MC82p series, due to be delivered in March 2023.