Pearl 62 to demonstrate new Volvo Penta Assisted Docking at Southampton Boat Show 2023
by Pearl Yachts 30 Aug 2023 03:31 PDT
15-24 September 2023
Pearl Yachts is set to host close to home at the 2023 Southampton Boat Show. The multi-award winner Pearl 62 will represent the British brand in association with Volvo Penta. Pearl's best-selling model is in the spotlight again, having been selected to demonstrate Volvo Penta's new Assisted Docking feature.
Pearl Yachts announces its participation in the 2023 Southampton International Boat Show, to be held from the 15th to the 24th of September. Guests at the stand will find the brand well represented by the Pearl 62, Bill Dixon's popular flybridge design. The unit on display features the Luxury Interior by Kelly Hoppen CBE, who designs exclusively for Pearl in the sector.
Since its launch in 2020, the Pearl 62 has enjoyed huge success and rave reviews. The model's thoughtful design and high standards have earned prestigious awards as well as partnerships, including Volvo Penta. For a series of demonstrations at the Southampton Boat Show, the hi-tech propulsion leader has upgraded the Pearl 62 with the new Assisted Docking feature, which uses data to simplify piloting and enhance control. Pearl was an ideal candidate to work with Volvo for its meticulous workmanship, clean, quiet, reliable installations, and forward thinking approach.
Looking ahead to the 2023 Southampton Boat Show, Pearl Yachts Managing Director, Iain Smallridge commented, "Southampton is our home event and with the Pearl 62 on display, we are prepared to show guests what makes our brand so exciting and showcase the new technology from Volvo. Luckily, she's a model that can handle attention."
The Pearl at Southampton Boat Show 2023
Pearl 62 - compact and competitive
Measuring 18.6m, the Pearl 62 is the only yacht in the size-class to offer accommodations for eight guests across four cabins, including a full beam owner's suite with a private entrance, plus the owner's choice of a crew cabin or jet ski garage. Other highlights include an aft galley open to the cockpit, a vast flybridge, a foredeck lounge, and the benefits of Volvo IPS pod drive propulsion, including joystick control.
Pearl Yachts at Southampton International Boat Show 2023
Stand E049 - Berth M653 - C/O Volvo Penta
September 15th - 24th
Boat on Display: Pearl 62
Pearl 62 boat description
The Pearl 62 is a family yacht, easy to use, fun to own with space and amenities for all. Starting aft, the yacht can be fitted with an optional up/down bathing platform that also glides outwards to become a terrace on the sea. The transom has a built-in bench that can be used as seating or as a passageway if a tender is stowed on the platform and it lifts to reveal a jet ski garage that can alternatively be fitted as a crew cabin. The bathing platform has runners so that launching a jet ski from the garage is a breeze.
Starboard steps lead to the aft cockpit where there is a large table with banquette seating. The glass doors leading to the saloon slide all the way sideways and a window slides down so that the cockpit opens onto the saloon to become a large indoor/outdoor space. Kelly Hoppen proposes four interior style themes for the Pearl 62: Modern, Studio, Taupe and Luxury all of which incorporate materials ranging from Calacatta marble to suede so that owners can personalise the yacht to suit their taste. Luxury and opulence are assured.
The saloon has large glazed areas that sweep upwards so that the interiors are bathed in natural light. Starting aft, there is a fully equipped galley with Miele appliances, a private stairway leading to the owners' cabin, a dining area and a living area next to the indoor helm station. Helm seats are adjustable and owners can choose to add a side door by the helms. A second stairway leads down to the VIP and the twin cabins.
Side decks lead to the foredeck where guests will find a large seating area complete with foldaway table that disappears into the seating and sun pads with adjustable backrests. There are plenty of drinks holders and lockers and the area can be fitted with an optional Bedouin style canopy.
The full-length flybridge is accessed via a staircase on the starboard side of the aft cockpit. This large and versatile space has a helm station with joystick controls and Garmin touch screens with controls for everything from the yacht's anchor to its Fusion entertainment system. Next to the helms there is comfortable seating that can convert to become sun pads. A hardtop with an opening central section is optional but a wet bar with a cool box, sink and BBQ grill is standard. An icemaker and fridge can be added if owners desire. Across from the wet bar there is banquette seating and a dining table for eight. Owners can set up the aft section of the flybridge as they please with loose furniture or side couches.
Exceptionally for a yacht in this size range, the Pearl 62 has four guest cabins. The full beam owners' cabin is accessed via a private stairway and features a large, centrally placed bed, a desk, a reading corner and his and hers closets. Long hull windows mean that owners can enjoy the view even lying down. The cabin's en-suite has Calacatta marble finishes, a large sink and a shower stall.
Two twin cabins can both convert to doubles. The port side twin has direct access to a bathroom that is shared with the starboard twin and that also functions as a day head. The VIP cabin is fore and has a large, centrally placed bed, a dressing table, his and hers storage and an en-suite with a walk-in shower. All cabins and bathrooms enjoy excellent light and views through Pearl's signature hull windows.
Volvo IPS propulsion gives the Pearl 62 optimal performance and efficiency characteristics while joystick controls with dynamic positioning system and an integrated Garmin touch-screen display make helming and accessing all of the yacht's systems easy and intuitive.
The Pearl 62, with its sporty looks, top performance and four comfortable guest cabins (plus crew cabin or jet-ski garage) is unique in its size range and is sure to please owners who are looking for a yacht that is fun to use with friends and family, with or without crew. Industry leading Pearl's comprehensive 5 years warranty completes this unique offer on the market.
Pearl 62 - Technical characteristics:
- Length overall: 61' / 18.61m
- Hull Length: 57' 4" / 17.49m
- Beam, max: 17' 2" / 5.23m
- Draft: 3' 3" / 1.59m
- Engines Standard: 2x Volvo IPS 950; Option 1: 2x Volvo IPS 1050; Option 2: 2x Volvo IPS 1200
- Displacement (lightship): 32 tonnes
- Maximum speed*: 32 kt
- Cruise speed*: Up to 250nm
- Fuel tank capacity: 726 UK gallons / 2750 litres
- Water tank capacity: 211 UK gallons / 800 litres
- Guest Cabins: 4
- Crew Cabins: 1 (opt.)
- Berths: 8 + 1
- Head compartments: 3
- Building material: GRP
- Builder: Pearl Yachts
- Exterior designer and concept: Dixon Yacht Design
- Interior designer: Kelly Hoppen MBE
- Category / certification: B