The Italians from Stem Marine are entering the sailing yacht market for the first time with their new Stem 50 model. The focus during the development of the almost 16 metre long sloop was on safety, easy handling and maximum comfort. The new model will celebrate its world premiere at the Genoa International Boat Show in September.
Experience from the professional sector
Stem Marine has many years of experience in the construction of SAR and fire-fighting boats and tugs. This expertise is now being incorporated into the shipyard's first sailing yacht. "For the development of the Stem 50, we brought together many clever minds from the sailing and boatbuilding world," explains Michele Corradi, Managing Director of Stem Marine and a passionate sailor. For the lines and interior design, they worked together with the French designer Nicolas Purnu, who worked for many years in the studio of designer Marc Lombard. The sail plan and deck layout were created under the direction of experienced sailor Luca Sabiu.
Security and living comfort
According to the shipyard from Parma, the Stem 50 is characterised by a protected and functional deck layout. Safety features include a fixed dodger consisting of three curved windscreens, which merges into a fixed bimini with integrated solar panels and covers almost the entire cockpit. At the aft end is a "roll bar" that acts as an equipment carrier. Numerous handrails provide support in rough seas, and the owner sets his gennaker on the permanently installed bowsprit. Below the waterline, a double rudder system, a fixed keel with ballast bomb and crash boxes in the bow and stern areas ensure safety and performance - crucial factors for an ocean-going yacht designed for global cruising.
The Italians placed particular emphasis on "easy sailing" features. These aim to make handling as easy as possible in all weather conditions. Sheets and halyards retracted into the cockpit, electric winches and furling systems as well as a perfectly dimensioned sail set should ensure stress-free sailing. Energy management also plays an important role for long voyages. Solar panels, a double inverter and a LiFePO4 battery ensure good autonomy at sea.
Customised design options
Future owners have a wide range of options for the interior design of the Stem 50. Both the layout and the choice of materials can be customised.
The price of the Stem 50 is not yet known, and we will also provide a detailed technical specification as part of an exclusive YACHT test.
