The Future is Now: Futura 101 Hybrid

With its Hybrid range at the Genoa Boat Show in September this year, Fabiani Yacht represented the symbol of a marine ecology-oriented yachting industry that focuses on hybrid propulsion (photovoltaic/diesel) and the use of recyclable materials in the hull such as steel and glass in the superstructures. All effective ways of meeting environmental needs, rejecting CO2 emissions, underwater engine noise, the use of composite and other materials that cannot be disposed of.

Futura 101 Hybrid, A superyacht that, in addition to sailing in traditional mode thanks to two diesel engines from 1,650 to 2,000 HP each (capable of delivering a top speed of 24 knots), can also navigate in total silence for hours and at no cost, with the only use of solar power.

Solar panels, in fact, are placed above a series of slides that protrude laterally for two thirds of their length from the walkway between the saloon and the flybridge. Two other panels extend from the flybridge but extend towards the bow.

"As much sun Futura 101 sees," explains engineer Maurizio Fabiani, Chairman and founder of the Italian shipyard, "as much sun she transforms into the electric power needed to sail all day without the use of batteries, with an autonomy of over 7 hours even at night."

Futura 101 Hybrid, whose hull is based on the same platform than the 100 Classic, is distinguished by generous volumes both on and below deck. The interior layout is 100% custom: the sleeping zone can have from 4 to 6 cabins, thus offering a charter-oriented configuration. Furthermore, the corridor that crosses the lower deck from stern to bow can be built in such a way as to cross the engine room and lead directly to the tender garage and beach area.

The cabins, all equipped with head with toilet and separate Futura 101 Hybrid master cabin shower, are extraordinarily wide. In particular, the master cabin exploits all the beam available (over 6.5 m). The bow cabin can equally be considered as an owner cabin, overlooking the sea thanks to a large panoramic window, which can be darkened when necessary for greater privacy: a real suite with a window on the horizon.

Sources: www.superyachts.news / www.yachtingnews.com / www.fabianiyacht.it

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