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Greenline 33 to 39 Review

1. What originally drew you to the Greenline brand and the Greenline 33?

When we decided that it was time to move on from our Elan 37 yacht, Ann saw the 33 in a magazine and then looked on the internet  – she liked the open, functional, modern interior, and that it was not a typical ‘tupperware’ type of powerboat. Our son, Christopher, knew Peter Hrones and organised a demonstration and then we were sold.

2. Are there any key highlights moments you had on board the 33?

We spent 5 nights aboard whilst travelling the Hawkesbury as far as Windsor, other nights in Smiths creek. Day trips with family and friends on Brisbane Water and Cowan Creek.

3. What triggered you to make the change to the 39?

The 33 had the Hybrid Drive. I preferred to have straight diesel propulsion with the benefit of solar charging 240v electrical system. We can leave on our jetty without attaching shore power whilst running the fridge.

4. What are the key differences you like about the 39 and are you happy with the change?

We are very happy with change to 39!

• Larger volume which is better for friends and family.
• Lounge is adjacent to the helm.
• Second cabin.
• Separate shower.
• Induction cooktop.
• Helm sidewalk door.
• Bow and stern thrusters make easy to manoeuvre.
• No hybrid drive.
• Engine space accessible without having to remove table.
• Larger displacement helps make much more sea friendly in messy conditions.
• Anchoring from bow centreline.

5. What is your favourite thing about the Greenline 39?

Great liveability on the water.

6. What have you done on the boat so far?

We spent 2 weeks aboard on Sydney Harbour over the Christmas/New Year period with nights in Bantry Bay, Sugarloaf Bay, Balls Head Bay and Cabarita. Several trips with 3-4 nights in Castle Lagoon, Yeomans Bay and Smiths Creek.

7. What is a highlight so far?

After overnighting in Yeomans Bay one of our sons (Christopher)  and his family (Kim, Logan and Hugo) met us in their RIB and spent a lovely day aboard. Plenty of space and easy access to the water with the lowering transom.

8. What would you like to do in the near future?

Spend nights in Smiths Creek when it is quiet. Trip up the Hawkesbury to Windsor with nights in the Colo River and perhaps the Macdonald River. Venture further afield to Lake Macquarie and Myall Lakes.

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Greenline Yachts: The Complete Guide to Greenline Yachts

Green by name, green by nature.

A relatively new entry to the boating industry, Greenline Yachts has revolutionized yachting with a range of innovative and environmentally friendly features. This is boating that does not cost the earth.

The History of Greenline Yachts

Greenline Yachts was launched in 2008. As all great ideas do, they began life on the drawing board. Greenline yachts became a bestseller just one year later, selling more than 550 units of their Greenline 33 in over 28 countries. Its dedicated team of engineers and designers had built a safe, comfortable, and elegant boat.

But it did not stop there. In 2010, just two years after their launch, Greenline’s maiden production, the Greenline 33, became an international bestseller. New boats followed rapidly in 2011, 2013, 2016.

In 2019, the Greenline 48 Coupe premiered in Dusseldorf, Germany, where it amazed onlookers. Since then, the company has grown and continued to innovate, inspire and raise the bar. Who knows what the future holds for this firebrand?

The features of a Greenline Yacht.

Innovation. Innovation. Innovation. Ever since their introduction of the first-ever hybrid boat, which combined diesel and electricity, in 2008, Greenline has revolutionized the boating industry. They have set the bar as a pioneering, forward -thinking, and game-changing boatbuilder. Their vision is to shape the future of boating into environmentally sustainable and, in doing so, establish themselves as the most responsible boat brand in the world.

The designers at Greenline know that their customers want to be at one with the ocean. They want to plunge themselves into the big blue, explore it, conquer it, all without leaving a trace, preserving it for future generations to enjoy too. With their expansive range of hybrid and fully electric boats , this dream is made a reality.

Each model is powered by renewable sources of energy and fitted with solar panels, so it won’t be only the passengers who are soaking up the rays! Greenline yachts use organic boat wash and biodegradable rubbish bags, as well as being built of eco-friendly fabrics, such as PET foam core, grass paper, and recycled materials.

But this is at no sacrifice to speed or performance. Greenline Yachts boasts a range of innovative technological features that will ensure you stay top of the pack. Greenline Yachts are the only range of yachts currently in production that offers H-Drive as well as E-Drive; they have built-in vacuum infusion technology. In contrast to conventional yachts, this means that their boats have optimal weight and robustness, higher quality of material, alongside being kind to the environment.  

Low centers of gravity ensure that the utmost levels of safety and comfort are maintained on and below the deck . This comes from Greenline’s technical mastery in placing all the heavy components of the boat in the deepest part of the hull , which renders the vessel more impervious to rolling and increases stability – even in the choppiest of waters!

Of course, all Greenline models are built to a highly sophisticated level. They harness the best of modern technology, especially in tooling and prototyping, and the inherited wisdom of the past in handcrafting to build arguably some of the world’s most advanced boats. Tradition and experience blended seamlessly with the cutting-edge and futuristic.

The Greenline Range

Here at  Boatsetter , we are proud to offer a range of Greenline Yachts for rental. In fact, they are a key part of our  new ecological and green  boating rentals.

Despite its age, Greenline Yachts flaunts an impressive product range in the world, with nearly 8 models currently on the waves (although more are in the pipeline). There is the entry-level Greenline 33 Flybridge series up to the 68 OC. The 33, 39, 40, 45 Coupe, 45 Fly, 48 Coupe, 48 Fly, and the 68 OC.

Thanks to Boatsetter’s  peer-to-peer  boat renting service, sampling one of these beauties has never been easier. Rentals typically come with a knowledgeable captain and crew to guide you on an exciting yacht charter adventure. Boatsetter has Greenline Yachts which are available from multiple sites across the United States, Europe, and beyond. Many of Boatsetter’s rentals offer the opportunity to enhance your experience with jet skis, electronic surfboards, and sea bobs. Time to hit the waves.   

The Greenline 33   

Where it all began.

 Measuring in at 32’9″ (9.99m), the Greenline 33 is a splendid yacht containing 1 salon (plus an optional bunk ), 7 berths and 1 bathroom. It has a fuel capacity of 132 gal (500L) and can hold 80 gal of freshwater (300L).

The Greenline 33 has a hybrid and electric drive and conventional diesel options, true to their pioneering spirit. Its Volvo Penta D3 can deliver speeds of up to 11 knots and 170 HP. Their decade of experience in hybrid engines means that this is the ideal system for performance and efficiency while ensuring that your passengers remain comfortable on the deck.

A signature feature of the Greenline 33 is its Aft Galley , which combines the cockpit and galley into a fabulous and inviting social area. There is no single step between the bathing platform and the helmsman position to ensure one level of living throughout the boat.

And with 360-degree panoramic views from the inside, natural light will delight your senses!

The Greenline 39

The big brother of the 33, the Greenline 39 is beefy with a beam of 12’4″ and accommodation for up to six people. Friends, family or business colleagues, you name it, you can bring them. Wishing to lavish your passengers in comfort and grace, the designers at Greenline have fitted the 39 with a bank of solar panels, which you can use for all the boat’s appliances, whether you are at sea or having a drink at the port . Even better, this means that the boat does not make a sound. No noise. No vibrations. No emissions. No disturbances. Nothing. Just you …

And the seagulls.

The 39 has high-performance LiPo Batteries 2 x 13.3 kWh in its hybrid edition, which have a charging rate of 8 kWh/day. Depending on your energy management and the weather conditions, this translates as 2 days on anchor, while using the full range of appliances that a family needs, including laptops, TVs, fridge and stove. Still, the non-hybrid is built with efficiency in mind. It consumes approximately 6.5 kWh/day for 4 people in a 24 hour period.

Looking at the exterior of the yacht, the cockpit and side decks are sheltered to afford your passengers maximum security and protection so that people of all ages and abilities can enjoy the weather. Plus, the Helmstand side door provides safe maneuvering throughout the boat.

The Greenline 40

The family favorite.

Biggest of all, the series provides the perfect venue for you to sit back with your family and enjoy. No work. No-fuss. Just sheer relaxation and comfort. With 2 cabins, a large salon, and a maximum of 6 berths, the Green 40 can cater to families of all shapes and sizes. And with a fuel capacity of 185 gal (700L) and water tank of 106 400L, there is no need to worry about running dry.

The Greenline 40 enjoys all of the Green technologies that makes Greenline so, well, green. It has 4 high performance LiPo batteries that allow the whole family to stay connected and entertained for 3 days on anchor. For those with more restrained usage, this can be more. Nonetheless, available as a diesel, electric or hybrid drive. This is a boat with green credentials.

For when the sun is dipping below the waves and it is time to relax, the Greenline 40 has an adaptive owners cabin , which supports a multiplicity of sleeping arrangements.

The Greenline 45 Coupe

Say hello to the ocean’s solar power plant.

Available as a Diesel Drive, Hybrid Drive or Electric Drive, the Greenline 45 can accommodate up to eight people with 2 or 3 spacious cabins, depending on customisation, and has two bathrooms. One of these cabins – yes, you guessed it, the master cabin – is full beam, meaning it is nearly 5 metres wide. What a treat. Its diesel tank has a large capacity of 396 gal (1,450L) and 159 gal (600) of freshwater, besides plenty of black water for whatever your needs.

Get ready to impress your guests with the homely natural wood table in the salon, and walk-in closet, and walk-in wardrobe for both cabins. Let the fashion shows commence.

But the Greenline 45 Coupe does not stop there. Like the previous models, it has EDrive technology. Built-in partnership with Torqeedo, this revolutionary technology provides silent, emission free propulsion along the waves, and integrated energy manages to run the boat’s domestic supply efficiently and ecologically. This is complemented by SIMRAD Navigation Electronics , complete with an extra-large navigation dashboard for your viewing pleasure. 

Enough of the tech stuff. There is also a hydraulic bathing platform which can be raised or lowered to ensure easy, safe access to the waves.

The Greenline 48 Fly

Independence at its finest

On the outside this boat is unmistakable. It will turn heads at the port. Thanks to its smartly designed covered sidewalks, the flybridge on the yacht is extra-large. It is wider than most of the other boats in its class. =

Greenline knows that a holiday should be relaxation par excellence. This is why they have developed extra wide and protected side passages, with side doors that aid speedy jumping on and off the ship, and an extra protective hardtop option that is enriched with additional solar panels. While the traditional side anchor is standard, Green also offers the option for a boat anchor.

Full-sized freezer? Check. Wine cooler? Check. Extra-large owner bed? Check. The convertible salon of the Greenline 48 Fly, with an adjustable table, offers the opportunity to transform the main dining area into extra berths for when your guests want to hit the hay.

Below deck, the Greenline 48 Fly has 2 x Yanmar 8LV320 engines that generate speeds up to 20 knots and have 320 HP each. This will allow you to cruise at the perfect pace. There are 3, optionally 4, cabins and a maximum of 6 berths, 2 in the salon, and another. Besides, there are 3 bathrooms.

Still curious? Watch the renowned yachting critic  Boat Test  try one out.

The Greenline 68 Ocean Class

The extraordinary just got even more extraordinary.

The biggest yacht ever made by Greenline, the 68 Ocean Class is a force to be reckoned with. This yacht demonstrated to the world that the shipyard was knocking its boat, building up a gear. Read the  reviews  here!

If you want luxury, that remains environmentally sound, then look no further than the flagship of the Greenline Yachts family: the 68 Ocean Class. 

Taking the open-plan to the next level, the world-class yacht has Greenline’s signature Aft Galley, which combines the cockpit and galley in a magnificent space for socializing. During the daytime, the whole interior of the boat is flooded with natural light due to the 360-degree panoramic windows. And for when the sunsets (or is high in the sky), there is an expansive wine cooler in which you can stow away your favorite bottle – or two.

Alongside providing extra protection to the craft, the 68 Ocean Class has a hardtop on the flybridge, which coincidentally creates an excellent diving platform. Ready to impress your crush? Just make sure that the water is deep enough.

68′ 3″ in length and with a 17′ 11″ beam, this behemoth will dominate any port or harbor. Or, if you fancy getting away from it all, the boat would be the perfect companion for you to visit your favorite coastline. Italy, Miami , or the Bahamas – you decide. 

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Greenline 39 Hybrid review

The Greenline 39 Hybrid represents a fresh start for the Slovenian yard, we put it to the test - hybrid system and all - in the Solent

We’re cruising up the Beaulieu River on a 39ft, 220hp diesel cruiser and it’s totally silent. Okay, there’s the faint whir of an electric motor and the sound of the water rushing off the hull is a tad intrusive but, that aside, we are pottering along at 5 knots in near total quiet. Welcome to the Greenline 39 Hybrid .

Greenline and hybrid is a combination we have seen before but it’s no secret that the first generation of diesel/electric drives using the VW motor had its fair share of teething issues.

The new system is a collaboration between Volvo Penta and Siemens, which combines a single D3 220hp diesel engine with an inline 10kW electric motor. It worked seamlessly on test via the switch on the dash, simply flick between diesel or electric drive and use the Volvo throttles to control power using either drive system.

The 39 will do 5 knots on electric power alone

The truth is, the range is only around 20nm at 4 knots and even less if you slip along at full power, which doesn’t seem particularly useful on the face of it. However, in somewhere like the Solent, being able to blast across it at 18 knots and then switch into electric mode on one of the many rivers that feed it is a real treat. It was so still on our test day that it was even manageable to berth on electric drive, though the bow and sternthruster somewhat shattered the illusion.

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If you’re not into the hybrid vibe then there is a 370hp Yanmar diesel option, though keep in mind that as part of the £30,000 you pay for the hybrid  you effectively get a 7kW generator as part of the package.

The saloon and galley merge into one big living space

What is the rest of the boat like? The deck layout is familiar Greenline with a drop-down transom (now activated via remote control) that becomes the bathing platform, a totally flat threshold between cockpit and saloon and a top-hinged window that opens the aft galley up to the outside space. It works well and the huge windows and standard electric skylights teamed with light oak wood make for a saloon that feels spacious and bright.

The decks are asymmetric so the starboard deck is deep, wide and served by a side door at the helm that makes hopping out onto the decks to help with lines a simple job for the skipper. The door, and aforementioned roof hatches, make ventilating the saloon easy despite the amount of glazing in the superstructure.

Scissor-action berths in the forward cabin

Below decks the master cabin is forward with a rather cramped twin guest cabin amidships, reaching back beneath the saloon. The master, though, is a great cabin that uses the usual Greenline trick of dotting windows around the coachroof to improve the view out and the amount of natural light coming in. Both share a well proportioned heads with a separate shower cubicle and the master benefits from its own ensuite access.

The side door is a useful addition at the helm

The hybrid technology plays a small part in the overall appeal of the 39. The long-term reliability of the system is yet to be established but if the claims ring true the electric motor adds something to the overall package that many rivals can’t. That aside, though, the 39 is a fine year-round cruiser with a dependable hull and useful turn of speed. It’s not the last word in quality but it’s fuss-free, practical and it works.

You can read the full on the Greenline 39 Hybrid report in the May 2017 issue of MBY .

• Silent cruising
• Decent performance on the diesel
• Practical deck layout
• More interesting styling than previous models
• Improved hybrid system
• Hybrid system is expensive
• Guest cabin feels cramped
• Feels built to a price

Price as reviewed:

£340,000.00 as reviewed

If you can appreciate the hybrid system as more of a silent cruising aid over anything to do with fuel efficiency then there are some real benefits to enjoy. The boat itself retains Greenline's sensible attitude to boat design and is a practical, year-round cruiser

Length: 39ft 3in (11.99m) Beam: 12ft 3in (3.75m) Draught: 3ft 0in (0.9m) Fuel capacity: 154 imp gal (700 litres) Water capacity: 88 imp gal (400 litres) Test engines: Volvo D3 220hp + 10kW electric Range (electric): 20nm @ 5 knots Top speed (diesel): 18 knots

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Going Green: The Greenline 39

• By Kevin Koenig
• Updated: September 22, 2017

I have to be honest: I’m not overly familiar with Slovenia. The small, former Eastern Bloc nation is sandwiched between the yachting mainstays of Italy and Croatia, and, I’d guess, is a bit of an afterthought for most Americans — if they even think of it at all. I’m also not overly familiar with Slovenian-built boats. To my recollection, I’d never been on one before I stepped aboard the Greenline 39 on Fort Lauderdale’s New River. Though after my sea trial, I’ve decided to familiarize myself more thoroughly going forward.

The Speed of Light

The 39 comes in two models: ­Hybrid and Solar. Both are impressive for their unorthodox design attributes. Greenline, if you couldn’t tell from the name, builds powerboats with small ecological footprints. As such, each boat has four solar panels atop the salon that can power all systems on board for three hours in the case of the Solar, or power the Hybrid’s 220 hp Volvo Penta D3 with a Mahle electric drive system. My 39 Solar test boat had the all-diesel 370 hp Yanmar V-8 diesel option, which is de rigueur for boaters with more traditional outlooks on power. Regardless of the engines, Greenline’s vessels have become popular among former sailors. That’s in large part owed to the boat’s ecologically conscious focus, but I would wager the elegant simplicity of the 39’s layout plays a role as well.

Flat-Out Cool

The boat has a nice sense of open space in her interior, making it the best eco-friendly pocket cruiser . From the scissor berths in the forepeak master, one can see all the way out to the cockpit. The stateroom has lots of natural light granted by windows that wrap around the space (the windows also help to make the boat’s profile more visually sleek). A flip-up window just abaft the galley allows service to the cockpit while fusing that area with the salon. Further, the stitching on the soft goods throughout is exemplary.

Feel the Flow

One thing that shows the level of forethought put into the boat is her side-deck layout. The decks are asymmetrical. To make the salon as large as the builder wanted, neither side deck would be wide enough to use comfortably. So Greenline essentially sacrificed the port side deck and made it very narrow, giving the remaining space to the starboard side deck, which is more than one and a half times wider in certain places. That way, there is a navigable passageway from the boat’s after section up to its bow deck.

Compromise isn’t always easy, but one is better than none. And attention to detail like that seen on the ­Greenline 39 is greatly appreciated, no matter where in the world you are from.

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Greenline 40

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Greenline 40 Testimonial by The Flemings

The Fleming’s have now owned their Greenline 40 for 7 years, and they absolutely love the boat. Jon first became aware of Greenline as a brand around 2011. European boating magazines were writing about the Greenline when their first model (a 33 footer) started winning “boat of the show” at most European boat shows at the time. Jon contacted us, wanting to undergo a test run our Greenline 33, and had his first experience in that boat on Middle Harbour At that time, Jon and his wife owned a 42 ft Herreschoff Leeboard Ketch which they sailed in Sydney and Pittwater. They later relocated to the Gold Coast and sailed her up to join them, going as far north as the Whitsundays. They had owned her for 14 years, but were beginning to think ‘power craft’. The Greenline 33 was impressive, but once Greenline began to talk about a new 40 ft, twin engine version they were developing. Eventually the Fleming’s decided that this new boat would better suit them and their plans to do extended cruising. So, at the Sydney boatshow in 2012 they signed up with eYachts and haven’t regretted it!

Barcodoro of Netherlands

We fell in love with the greenline 40 immediately. My wife wanted it so badly, and also bought it through a broker in Portugal. we had it transported by road to the Netherlands. We have now sailed with it for a season and are so happy with it, the space and ease of use. Wow what a boat. We call him the "Barcodoro" There are videos of us on Youtube. And many more to follow.

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Greenline 40 Electric, the future is now

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New Greenline 40 Hybrid: A Cruiser’s Boat

The new Greenline 40 Hybrid is a cruiser’s boat. It’s user-friendly, easily handled by two people, but not too big to be overwhelming. And it has a state-of-the-art hybrid power system, delivering 22-knot speeds under twin Volvo diesel power, while also providing silent running at 11 knots under solar-electric power.

The two staterooms and one head make it large enough to hold a family, or another couple, on an extended cruise, and its bridge clearance of just 12’ 2 inches are meant to slide under those structures on the Great Loop or the Intracoastal Waterway in the Southeast.

Greenline started making electric-powered boats back in 2008; it was a pioneer in what is now a rapidly growing field. The Slovenian builder now has a fleet ranging from 33 to 68 feet. The 40 Hybrid is on display at the Miami show.

The 40 has an array of solar panels on the coachroof. You can see how the hybrid system works in the video below. But the solar array and batteries essentially make the 40 a mobile power station, providing a constant supply of AC power on board.

The boat has twin 50kW electric motors producing the 11-knot top speed under electric power alone. The boat is quiet at that speed; the only noise is a slight hum. Under electric power it has a range of 30 nm, enough to explore one anchorage and move on to the next one; an optional extender increases that to 75 nm at 5 knots.

The Greenline 40 Hybrid is an efficient boat, with a light, semi-displacement hull designed to produce less drag and easy boat handling in various sea conditions. It comes with a standard bow thruster to help with docking.

Below, the two beds in the master stateroom in the bow can be pushed together, while there are two separate beds in the guest stateroom a bit aft on the port side.

Specs.: LOA: 39’4”; Beam: 13’1”; Draft: 2’9”; Disp.: 17,640 lbs.; Fuel: 185 gals.; Water: 105 gals.; Power: 2×220-hp Volvo D3s. Read more at   https://greenlinehybridnw.com/greenline-yachts-for-sale/greenline-40-hybrid-yacht/   and see the video below:

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Greenline 45 Fly Review (2019 Edition)

With a variety of drive options and a seriously flexible interior layout, the Greenline 45 Fly is a hidden gem in the 45-50ft flybridge market. Read our in-depth review to find out why

The 45 Fly is a victim of unfortunate timing. It debuted at the 2019 boat shows but just as it was getting into its stride the world closed down, so maybe it didn't get the attention it deserved.

There's a lot to digest here. The boat is available with all-electric or hybrid drivetrains and with twin diesel engines on shafts or pod drives. The hull is designed by the reputable team at J&J Design and the interior, in a first for Greenline, by Italian superyacht designer Marco Casali. Our test focussed on a version with twin 370hp Yanmar V8 diesels on shaft drives but we did also get the opportunity to drive a 45 with Greenline's latest prototype hybrid drive system. 

Greenline 45 Fly Key Facts

• LOA 51.083ft
• Model Year 2019
• Max Speed 24 knots
• Status In Production
• Yacht Type Flybridge
• Use Type Cruising

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Around the marina.

The slow-speed driving experience is going to be remarkably different depending on what exact version you've chosen. The shaft drive one will be a different proposition to the IPS one when you approach a berth and the hybrid one, which can do all the manoeuvring in silence, is something totally unique in the sector. More on that later.  Our test boat kept it simple - a pair of Yanmar V8 370hp diesels on straight shafts. On a breezy day, the meaty Yanmars could easily flick the 45 into position around a tight marina, the odd burst of the powerful Sleipner bow thruster keeping things in check. A stern thruster is an option and you may want it for extra piece of mind or if this is a step to a bigger or first twin-engine boat but an experienced hand will be fine without it. 

Handling the boat from the crew's perspective is pretty easy. It's a safe boat to move around on and the protected side decks mean you don't feel especially exposed when hanging fenders and moving lines around the boat. The helm side door and boarding gate amidships on the starboard side work wonders when it comes to involving the skipper in crew duties. If you're handling the boat alone, it makes it so much easier to get to the quayside than having to disembark from the bathing platform. Some of this boat's rivals have side doors but few have adjacent boarding gates and this makes all the difference. 

We had good test conditions for the sea trial with a stiff breeze whipping up a chop that kicked awkwardly over an underlying swell. It doesn't take long on a planing boat in conditions like this to decipher whether the hull is up to the job but J&J has done a superb job with this one. The 45 Fly rides confidently over the crests, pushing spray well clear of the decks and comfortably romping over the worst of the chop. 

The hydraulic steering is stiff and not particularly engaging but the upshot is a very well-planted feeling boat that sits straight as an arrow at speed and isn't knocked about by the incoming waves. The IPS version would no doubt have more feel and suit those who want to drive the boat through the conditions but the hull is so competent it's perfectly comfortable to set the speed and let it do the work.

It's a well-balanced boat, too, albeit we had a very light cruising load for this test. It doesn't take much trim tab to land on a nicely trimmed running attitude where the hull is slicing neatly through the water and not sending unwanted shudders and rattles back into the cabin. It's quiet, too, and no doubt the IPS version would be even more hushed. 

The 370hp Yanmars suit the boat really well and will push the 45 Fly to 24 knots flat out. You could opt for the 440hp motors but the 45 isn't really about top-end speed. Its 21-knot cruising pace feels comfortable and it will deliver a 250nm range at this speed with 10% reserve in 1,500-litre fuel tanks. 

The Hybrid Touch

As part of our test, we were given the opportunity to drive a prototype hybrid version of the 45. It had the same 370hp Yanmars as our main test boat but the in-line hybrid drive adds a pair of 25kw electric motors and a 40kWh battery bank with the option to upgrade to 80kWh. The top speed is 6.5 knots and, with the smaller battery pack, it will cruise for 30nm at 5 knots. Not staggering electric range but Greenline admits the idea isn't for people to travel for miles and miles at a sub-6 knot cruising speed. 

The idea is to use the electric motors at slow speed, so you can move around the marina and do slow-speed work in silence and then fire up the diesels when you want to get a move on for the bulk of the journey. There's something to be said for doing the berthing in electric mode, the lack of a diesel rumble just makes the whole process seem more relaxed and the crew don't have to raise their voices to communicate with each other. 

In the boating areas I'm most familiar with such as the Solent and Poole Harbour, the ability to cruise silently inside speed-controlled zones or on approach to marinas is an attractive proposition, with the diesels there to take on the bulk of the cruise at higher speeds. 

The controls aren't complicated either. The electric motors are linked to the same throttles as the diesel engines so it's just a case of coming to neutral and manually switching between the two. You can even run with one side running the diesel engine and the other on the electric motor. Is it worth the £160,000 upgrade? As you'll read in the sections below, there is more to the hybrid system than silent cruising. 

Builder Speed & Range Data

• 200nm 200nm 400nm 400nm 600nm 600nm 800nm 800nm 1000nm 1000nm
• 842 nm @ 7.3 knots eco
• 244 nm @ 21.0 knots cruise
• 224 nm @ 24.5 knots max

Greenline 45 Fly version 2019. *Data supplied by the manufacturer. View Full Test Results

Design & Build

The 45 Fly was designed by Greenline in conjunction with J&J Design, responsible for naval architecture, and Marco Casali, an Italian designer with a background in superyacht interiors. J&J has designed hulls for some of the biggest manufacturers in the game and, having tested a few boats with its hull designs, I can confirm that they know what it takes to make a boat perform well out at sea. 

The 45 Fly is unusual in that it was designed to run both shaft drives and IPS and the yard even went to the lengths of designing an entirely new hull for the pod drive version. If performance is a high priority then the 30-knot IPS600 version is the option to go for and it has the added benefit of joystick control at slow speed, which its shaft drive counterparts don't offer in this instance.

Chasing performance on a Greenline is a bit like chasing fuel economy in a Lamborghini, however, so the mid-range shaft drive options feel as though they make the most sense. You can't have the hybrid system with IPS either, though you do still get the solar panels. 

There is an all-electric version of the 45 Fly, which has an 80kW/h battery bank and two 100kW motors and will do a top speed of 13 knots and up to 30nm at 7 knots on pure electric. It also has a 25kW diesel generator, which acts as a range extender and gives the boat a 400nm range at 5 knots. It's a niche option but it's pretty unique to have a regular-looking 45ft flybridge that can be propelled on electric power alone. 

Eye for Design

Design is subjective, of course, but to my eye, the 45 Fly is one of the best-looking boats in the sector. It's not easy to build a 45ft flybridge boat with three cabins and standing headroom in the amidships cabin and avoid the boat looking top heavy. The 45 has no such issues and has a nice mix of sweeping lines, a purposeful upright bow and some traditional touches such as the round ports dotted on either side. It's a really sweet-looking boat, especially without the hard top. 

Build quality isn't up there with the very best in the sector but it's about on par with the Prestige 450 or Bavaria 420 Virtess (which also has an interior by Marco Casali). There is definitely more attention to perceived quality than on smaller boats in the range, especially inside where no doubt Mr.Casali has fought hard to ensure the interior feels suitably upmarket. There are subtle things, too, like the classy hinges on the interior doors and the addition of anti-rattle pads to ensure doors don't bang when the boat is underway. It feels like a good step forward for Greenline. 

Interior Accommodation

The interior of the 45 Fly is a case of Greenline, but not as you know it. There are familiar additions like the aft galley arrangement and top-hinged window that opens the area up to the cockpit seating but the look and feel is very different to the smaller models in the range. That's mainly down to the influence of interior designer Marco Casali, who has given this Slovenian boat a touch of Italian flair and a more luxurious look and feel than we're used to aboard a Greenline. There are three wood choices (walnut, teak and silver oak), lashings of leather detailing and as, standard, a natural wood table that looks absolutely lovely. 

It may have a bit of Italian gloss but this is a Greenline so, of course, functionality is still at this boat's core. The galley is well shaped and has a thick fiddled edge around the counter with a good amount of storage and useful pair of sockets to plug in a coffee machine or kettle. The appliances are worth a mention here because the solar panels and boosted battery bank mean the 45 can run some heavy-duty kitchenware. It has a proper oven, not just a microwave, induction cooking and a full-size fridge/freezer that can constantly run without the need to be plugged into shore power. 

The dinette forward to port is large and converts into a genuinely spacious and usable extra double berth to supplement the six berths on the lower deck. To starboard, there is a large unit that stores the television, though it's attached to the inside of the lid so gobbles up an inordinate amount of room. On early units, this area had cushions on top to create an extra perch for guests but this has been removed so it feels like a more slimline solution to stow the TV would be a worthy update. There is the option to have a small sofa here instead which, if you're not fussed about having a TV on board, could be a better arrangement.

The Choice Is Yours

One of the most appealing aspects of the 45 Fly is how much flexibility there is for a mid-sector production flybridge boat. I've mentioned the flexibility of the propulsion and drive systems but there is also plenty of play within the physical layout of the boat's lower deck. As standard, there is a two-cabin layout where both cabins get ensuite bathrooms and generous walk-in wardrobes, an unexpectedly luxurious touch for a boat of this size and style.

Alternatively, the walk-in wardrobes can be replaced with a third cabin, with bed options including a single berth, bunks or a small double. Our test boat had the latter and it's a nice arrangement, though clambering in and out of bed won't be easy because the bed is hemmed on by the cabin sides. If this cabin is mainly going to be used for kids to sleep in then the bunks are probably a better bet and they deliver a little more floor space, too. 

The VIP cabin, forward, is a real treat thanks to the incredible amount of natural light that pours into the space. Eye-level windows dot the perimeter of the coach roof and align with cutouts in the gunwales to deliver clear views out over the water. The levels of light combined with the sheer amount of headroom produce one of the most spacious feeling cabins in the class. The queen size double bed is set at a comfortable height and easily accessible from both sides. 

Storage solutions are good and include floor and eye-level lockers plus two decent hanging wardrobes for clothes storage. The shallow tray next to the bed on either side is the perfect spot for phones and tablets to be stored safely and within easy reach of plug sockets. 

Natural ventilation is good as well, there are large round opening ports on both sides and an opening skylight that brings in yet more natural light and opens for some fresh air. 

The Owner's Cabin 

The owner's cabin is equally well designed and in a sector where most rivals have headroom restrictions in this cabin the 45 Fly fares well. There is full-standing headroom for someone of 6ft (if not slightly taller) throughout thanks to clever ceiling geometry, which rises up as the floor height increases on either side of the king-size bed. In rivals such as the Prestige 460 and even the more expensive Princess F45 and more modern Galeon 440 Fly, you don't have this sort of space to move around unencumbered by ceiling obstructions. 

Again, storage is really impressive. There are low-level cupboards running along the starboard side and a pair of deep hanging lockers in the forward corners of the cabin. A sofa runs down the port side of the cabin, perfect for taking the weight off and admiring the view through the topside hull windows. 

The owner's cabin has a private ensuite at the forward end of the cabin but the VIP, though it has private access to the day head, shares it with the guest cabin (if there is one) across the lobby.  

Helm Station

Overall, the lower helm is a good design but it's missing some finishing touches here and there that would make it even better. There isn't quite enough adjustment on the seat and steering wheel to get truly comfortable close to the helm and it seems odd to have the switches that you use most at the top of the dash and the screens, which you only need to glance at, lower down. The phone-shaped moulding atop the steering wheel housing is crying out to be made into a wireless charger, too, surely the least you can expect these days. Storage is a little lacking, with only a couple of shallow cupholders to stow loose items. 

On the plus side, the major controls are well arranged and close to the skipper and the view is excellent. Partly because you have a commanding driving position but also because the boat has such a level running attitude at speed you don't have to crane your neck to see over the bow. 

Our test boat only had a single MFD at both helms but there is the option to have two, which I would go for as it gives you much better flexibility with how data is presented. It's good to see a remote panel for the MFD mounted on the lower dash so you don't have to lean forward to use the touchscreen for quick inputs.

The side door makes a massive difference here for both communication and access to the decks. When skippering the boat solo or with one other person, the fact that the person at the helm can go through the door and boarding gate onto the pontoon in seconds makes coming alongside so much easier. 

The driving position on the flybridge is better. The bench, though fixed, is much closer to the helm station and there is an adjustable wheel so you can lift it up and away from your knees. The helm is set quite a long way forward and the windscreen is tall so there is a reasonable amount of protection at high speeds. Again, it lacks storage space and the materials look and feel a little cheap but it's functional. 

The combination of great sightlines and the side door may mean that the majority of mooring procedures are undertaken from the lower helm but if you do choose to do it from up top you can see the aft end of the platform through the flybridge hatch when coming stern-to and, obviously, the overall view of the boat is great.   

There are quite a few options to think about at the aft end of the boat where there's a choice between a hydraulic bathing platform with various weight capacities and the option to have a BBQ on the transom or two different access points to toy storage. Greenline would encourage you to carry a lighter tender, especially if the boat has the hybrid system fitted, but it will fit up to 500kg if you want something heftier on the back.

You can have either a door on the transom that slides up to reveal a storage void or an option where the whole unit lifts up to give even greater access. It's not large enough to act as a tender garage but will swallow a whole lot of kit. If you don't opt for either of these (or have the BBQ fitted) access to this storage void is via a hatch in the transom bench. It's not the easiest to get to and this area is about the only place aside from the anchor locker where you can stow fenders on deck. One of the transom storage options would be a sensible addition. 

The cockpit isn't enormous and it feels quite basic with its fixed teak table and simple transom bench but it does link to the saloon very easily thanks to the aforementioned door arrangement and pop-out bar section that creates a servery between the two areas. It's an easy boat to move around and the partially covered side decks are safe to negotiate. The boarding gate on the starboard side is a welcome addition and it cleverly slots into a hollow in the gunwale moulding so as not to block the passageway when open.

There's a feeling of security up at the bow where there are tall toe rails topped with stainless steel railings that you can steady yourself on. The coachroof features a simple sun pad arrangement, though there are pop-up backrests for a bit of added comfort. Shade up here is provided by a pram hood style canopy, which seems to have gone out of fashion in place of a canvas and poles, but this is a much neater solution that is quicker to put up and down. There are also pop-up lights built into the section below the windscreen, but some storage fiddles and cup holders would be nice to see. The anchor locker is important here because it's one of the few places you can actually stow the boat's fenders. It could do with having twin hatches but the space itself is good. 

Moving On Up

The staircase up to the flybridge is neatly integrated into the cockpit but it is rather steep. That said, there is plenty to hold on to on the way up, including a particularly useful handle on the back of the helm seat. This deck is simple in its arrangement and looks a little basic but the space is good. L-shaped seating curls around the aft end of the deck and centres around another fixed, teak-topped table. The wet bar is conveniently located just forward and features a sink, grill and fridge and forward of that there's a flat double sun pad adjacent to the double helm station. 

Our test boat was fitted with the manual bimini but there is a hard top available and that has extra significance aboard the 45 Fly because with it fitted you can fit four more solar panels, giving you a total of six. With the bimini, you only have two mounted forward of the windscreen, and these produce enough power to run the fridge but with the additional four most of the boat's domestic 12v feed can be fed by the power generated from solar panels alone. 

It's worth pointing out that the 45 is also available as a coupe, which increases the space for solar panels and has space for a sunroof over the forward section of the saloon. For inland work and for those who like the idea of single-level living, it's an option to consider. 

Value For Money

The base price for the 45 Fly with the twin Yanmar 370hp diesels and no hybrid system is €640,000 ex VAT. In the USA, that starting price including import duties and 110v conversion is $880,000 ex VAT (all prices are correct at the time of writing). 

Our test boat with the same engines came in at €738,339 ex VAT (correct at the time of writing), which includes the €45,000 High Standards package. This pack adds a decent amount of kit including two 330w solar panels, an automatic inverter, the Marco Casali interior, bow thruster (Sleipner), teak exterior tables, the boarding gate on deck and the domestic fridge/freezer, amongst other things. 

As base, the 45 Fly offers impressive value for money in this sector but there are some very pricey options that hike the cost up significantly. A prime example would be the hybrid drive system, which is a £160,000 additional cost. There's more to it than silent propulsion, though, because the enormous battery bank (up to 80kW/h) and 20kW generator, which is abnormally powerful for a boat of this size, give you outstanding autonomy and greater energy resilience if you wish to run the boat off grind for longer stints. It's a big chunk of cash but the wider benefits, on top of silent and emission-free slow-speed cruising, need considering.

Our Options & Pick

Would I go for the hybrid option? If the money isn't an issue then it gives the 45 Fly an element that is totally unique in the market and if you do spend a fair amount of time cruising in the low single digits then there are most certainly benefits to be had. It isn't the silver bullet for high-speed, emission-free cruising, however.

The lower deck layout is a personal choice and the standard arrangement with two-bathroom, and two ensuites with matching walk-in wardrobes will feel seriously luxurious for a boat of this size if you mainly intend to cruise as a couple with occasional guests. Many will want the added sleeping space of the third cabin, where I think the bunk beds make the most sense. They, like the version with a small double bed in this cabin as on our test boat, are a €5,000 option.

The single MFDs on each helm are part of a €21,000 electronics pack but I think it's worth having twin MFDs at least one of the helms, most probably the lower one. For longer passages in bad weather or at night, when navigation aids are more likely to come into play, the added screen will be a benefit. 

The flybridge wet bar is a €6,300 option that allows the top deck to function so much more effectively as a living space, it's well worth having. Ungainly hard tops aren't always the best option on flybridges but in this instance, it provides fixed shade over the top deck but also acts as a platform to mount more solar panels and is well worth the additional cost. 

There's a lot to like about the 45 Fly. Yes, the steering is hard work, it's not particularly engaging to drive and both helm stations could do with tweaks but, as a whole, the boat works really well and offers a compelling cruising package. The hybrid system will be prohibitively expensive for some, but the benefits reach beyond silent cruising and make the 45 a front-runner if you like to cruise off-grid for long periods and want to stay away from marinas. Crucially, the boat is underpinned by solid, practical design, punchy diesel engines and a smooth-riding hull so if you just want a handsome and spacious 45ft cruiser with a pair of diesel engines it delivers. The hybrid system offers a point of difference in the market but the 45 Fly doesn't need it in order to shine. 

Reasons to Buy

• Versatile drive options
• Handsome design
• Flexible lower deck layout
• Value for money
• Practical detailing

Things to Consider

• Hybrid version is expensive
• Lifeless handling
• Helm station design

There's nothing truly like-for-like compared with the 45 Fly in this sector but there are some attractive options from a cluster of well-established shipyards. 

The Prestige 460 also offers two and three-cabin layouts and a similar look and feel on board. Its interior is also the work of an Italian, Camillo Garoni in this instance, and it's been reworked compared to the 450 on which this model is based. That boat had separate access to the owner's cabin from the saloon but that's gone on the 460, which favours a more traditional forward companionway. The standard two-cabin variant has a full-beam owner's cabin amidships and a VIP forward, both with their own bathrooms. The three-cabin version replaces the amidships cabin with a twin and smaller double with the master located forward. In either guise, the forward cabin can have scissor berths to add some flexibility. The 460, which also comes as a coupe, is IPS only (500 or 600) and will top out at around 25 knots. 

The Princess F45 is the smallest flybridge boat in the Princess range but it's a seriously classy customer. It may be small but on board, it looks and feels just as high quality as its siblings at the larger end of the F Class range. It's more money than the Greenline but it feels like a premium product through and through. The only layout option is two cabins and two bathrooms but they are beautifully appointed, though standing headroom is limited in the amidships cabin. It's one of only two boats in the Princess flybridge range that run on IPS; IPS600 in this case for a healthy top speed of 31 knots. 

The Galeon 440 Fly is the one to go for if deck space is your priority. The drop-down terraces, now inset with glass, create an unbeatable cockpit in this sector and the indoor/outdoor living environment is second to none. It's a high-quality machine, too, with smooth mouldings, chunky stainless fittings and a solid, expensive-feeling interior. It's one of the few boats in the sector to offer shaft drives or IPS, too, D6 480s on shafts or IPS600 with 440hp per side if you opt for pods. Below deck, it's available with a two-cabin and two-bathroom layout or you can add a bunk bed third cabin on the port side. 

The Beneteau Swift Trawler 48 is a different proposition to the Greenline but it shares a focus on usability and practical detailing. Its semi-displacement hull is suited to the slower pace of life where at 6 knots it will cover 1,500nm. The twin 425hp Cummins diesels will also push it to a top speed of 25 knots and cruise 340nm at 20 knots. It's a versatile cruising machine that is packed with storage space and very safe and easy to crew as a couple or single-handed. The finish is a little more basic than others on this list but the living space is excellent and includes three cabins on the lower deck, with an owner's ensuite in the bow. It's an excellent cruising companion and a brilliant all-around package for the money. 

Specifications & Performance

• Builder Greenline
• Range Greenline
• Model Greenline 45 Fly
• Length Overall 51.083ft
• Beam 14.665ft
• Yacht Type (Primary) Flybridge
• Use Type (Primary) Cruising
• Cruising Speed Max Speed
• Fuel Capacity 396 Gallons
• Fresh Water Capacity 174 Gallons
• Engine Model 2x Yanmar 8LV370
• Engine HP 370
• Engine economic speed 8.4 knots
• Engine max range (speed type) 612.8 nm

Performance Data

Greenline 45 Fly version 2019. *Data supplied by the manufacturer.

Test Engines Twin Yanmar 8LV370

• Liters Per Hour
• Liters Per Mile
•   CRUISE

Yacht Load: 0 Litres of water 25 Litres of fuel 7 members of crew air temperature of 15 °C

Notes: Range figures account for 10% fuel in reserve

Greenline 45 Fly Layout

Add the hard top and you can fit four more solar panels 

The aft-galley arrangement is classic Greenline and it works really well 

Standard 2 cabin layout

The standard arrangement with two large dressing rooms on the starboard side 

Optional 3 cabin layout

The third cabin option comes with a single bed, twin bunks or a small double bed 

Jack Haines

Jack is YachtBuyer's Reviews Director. He is a writer, editor and presenter with 15 years’ experience testing over 350 motorboats of all shapes and sizes, from 20ft RIBs to 120ft yachts (and even the Royal Navy Frigate HMS Sutherland ). 

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Greenline 48 Yacht Review

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LOA: 49’2″ BEAM: 15’9″ DRAFT: 3’1″ DISPL.: 30,423 lb. FUEL: 396 gal. WATER: 174 gal. TEST POWER: 2/220-hp Volvo D3 diesels OPTIONAL POWER: (2/110-hp, 300-hp, or 800-hp Volvo Pentas) ELECTRIC PROPULSION: @60V:2/14-kW TRANSMISSION: ZF 63 IV Transimission with 2.48:1 gear ratio PROPELLERS: 2/5-blade 19 x 20; 106% DAR GENERATOR: 2/10-kW BASE PRICE: $873,490

Accommodations

Throughout the interior of this vessel’s attractive exterior lies a spacious and logical design, featuring a single-level sole from the transom to the helm.

An enormous tinted-glass partition separates the saloon from the after deck along with a bi-fold door on the port side area. The starboard panel divides horizontally with the top half swinging up and the bottom half retracting vertically into the cabin sole.

One really great design is the back splash on the after section of the C-shaped galley which folds down to form a serving bar that spans into the cockpit. One bench seat and table, at the transom, offers room enough for two to enjoy dining.

With tons of windows, folks can view out when they are sitting in the dinette and lounge. With light wood furniture, off-white fabric and overhead there is an aura of casual but elegant appeal.

Below decks

The Greenline 48 has a symmetrical arrangement design with two mirror image en suite guest staterooms amidships. Neither head has a separate shower stall. Each cabin has a single hanging locker, twin berths and a large port light.

The master stateroom, at the bow, is large and extremely comfortable. It has two hanging lockers and the head is on the starboard side against the bulkhead, while the shower is opposite.

Performance

This vessel’s lightweight, resin infused laminate, along with an easily driven hull shaped and horizontal propeller shaft contributes to her superb economy fueled 900 miles at 7 knots under diesel power.

The Greenline hybrid power pack has three modes for your convenience. When docked, plug the batteries into the shore power chargers while running the 220 volt appliances.

In the electric-drive mode the batteries supply complete power to propel the vessel. With a fully charged battery, the vessel will travel approximately 20 miles.

The vessel has additional charging ability through solar panels on the forward section of the superstructure. As evidenced in Boston Harbor, with winds averaging 15 knots and in beam seas of more than 2 ft in one place, only to have them on the nose or from an after quarter as course was changed. The Greenline 48 predictably rolled but not violently in the short steep beam seas.

This vessel steered very accurately and authoritatively mowed through the head seas. One of the most awesome features is her quiet diesel power while moving at maximum speeds. When switched to electric, you can barely tell she’s running. This switching requires shutting down the diesels and pushing a button.

On board you will experience total moments of solitude, it’s almost like being on a sailboat, only slightly worse for the environment!

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Review: Greenline 68 Ocean Class Hybrid Yacht

The World’s Largest Hybrid Production Yacht

Unique concept.

Some of the most significant technological advances are fostered by people or corporations with the courage to start with a “blank slate”. Products emerge that respond to the question, “What might be possible if we think outside the box?”

We mariners of a “certain age” can clearly remember a time when yachts were powered only by internal combustion engines, sails, or a combination thereof. Electric propulsion was limited to short-range electric outboards intended for use in skiffs and dinghies. “Everybody knew” (or thought they knew) that larger vessels would forever be gulping embarrassing amounts of fuel or subject to the vagaries of the wind. It “would be impossible” to design a yacht around any other concept.

About 15 years ago, Greenline Yachts dared to think outside the box. Greenline has launched over 600 boats with either all-electric or diesel-electric hybrid drives , making them an unchallenged leader in the electric and hybrid yachts field. While other builders are still trying to figure out the technology, Greenline continues to perfect a proven and patented concept.

The smallest Greenline Yacht is a 33-footer , and there are additional larger models . The largest diesel-electric hybrid production yacht built anywhere in the world is the Greenline Ocean Class 68 .

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Ocean Class is far more than a brand name. Since 1998, all vessels sold in Europe are required to qualify for a CE rating. Yachts and boats are classified in categories A, B, C, and D. Only the most stoutly constructed yachts of sturdy design will qualify for CE category A often referred to as “Open Ocean” capable. The Greenline Ocean Class 68 qualifies for a CE A rating, meeting or exceeding standards that require a vessel to be capable of navigating the open ocean, and withstanding winds exceeding Beaufort 8 (“Gale force, 34-40 knots”) and waves of more than 4 meters, (about 14 feet). In summary CE class A defines a vessel capable of being “self-sufficient in hostile seas”.

Many yards can deliver a yacht built to CE Class A standards. Many yards, including Greenline Ocean Class, can deliver Class A yachts with luxurious features and elegant design. But only Greenline 68 Ocean Class delivers a vessel in this size category with the versatility of a hybrid drive system , or the additional safety associated with unequaled redundancy.

Exterior Features and Design

The Greenline 68 Ocean Class Hybrid Yacht is a proud presence at the dock. From every angle of view, the design of the hull and superstructure meld into a form that has a nautical character and visual appeal. Generous freeboard, a high bow with an obvious stormy weather flare, as well relatively low rise on the forward section of the superstructure affirm that the CE Class A rating was designed into this hull from blueprints on up. Stateroom windows below the sheer line are designed to be unbreakable by the worst imaginable seas.

To board the Greenline 68 Ocean Class from a standard dock or float, the easiest access will be across the swim platform. There are boarding doors on the port and starboard side of the cockpit, but the high freeboard would require a boarding ladder except from a fixed pier. The swim platform provides the first glimpse of the gorgeous, sold teak decking, used extensively on the exterior of the Greenline 68 Ocean Class . The swim platform has fold away chocks, permitting stowage of up to perhaps a 14-foot dinghy. The platform is hydraulic, so the dinghy is launched by simply lowering the shore boat into the water and retrieved by literally lifting it out.

A transom hatch opens from the swim platform to the “Crew Quarters”, with the machinery room through yet another bulkhead forward. We’ll revisit these areas later in the review.

Molded fiberglass steps, overlaid with teak decking, gain the cockpit from both the port and starboard sides of the swim platform. One of the prevailing characteristics of the 68 Ocean Class is the presence in every imaginably necessary location of large, stainless rails. This is a vessel upon which one can move around safely in high seas.

In the aft corners of the cockpit are matching hydraulic winches and cleats. Certain to be useful for managing stern lines when docking under less-than-ideal conditions, or holding a position along the wall when “locking through”.

The cockpit is one of three “outdoor” gathering areas aboard the Greenline 68. There is protection from the elements with the overhead hardtop, with built-in lighting. A signature design element of the Greenline 68 is the use of solid, 3-inch-thick slabs of solid hardwood for tables throughout, including the table fronting the cockpit seating and affixed to the teak deck with strong, stainless legs. Stunning, sturdy, and practical- the tables aboard a Greenline 68 Ocean Class Hybrid Yacht are indicative of the builder’s design concepts.

There is vertical access to the crew quarters from a hatch concealed in the transom seating, as well as a machinery room hatch immediately forward of the transom table.

Perhaps the most impressive aspect of the cockpit area is that it is not necessarily separate from the galley in the main cabin. Folding doors create a full opening between the starboard half of the cockpit and the main cabin, and a drop-down partition drops down to create a serving bar between the galley and the cockpit. Someone can be working in the galley, turning out some appetizers or fetching some beverages, and remain fully involved in the conversation and socializing.

Teak steps on stainless supports gain the flybridge from the cockpit. One evidence of thoughtful design on the Greenline 68 Ocean Class Hybrid Yacht is that the flybridge helm is to port, while the lower helm is to starboard. Docking to starboard, use of the lower helm with the pilot door open permits full view of the starboard side of the boat and the dock. Docking to port, using the upper helm (with the swim step visible down through the companionway stairs) permits full visibility for side ties or stern-to-moorings. There is fine visibility over the bow from the upper helm. There are, of course, cameras available as well.

Forward of the upper helm station is the sun lounge. While the rest of the flybridge is protected by a stylish hardtop, Greenline realized that one area in which people would want direct sunlight would be a sun lounge and that portion of the flybridge is open to solar radiation. A settee with a teak dining table is to starboard, opposite the flybridge helm.

Immediately aft on the “boat deck”, (which will more likely be used for socializing with a dinghy on the swim platform chocks) is a super-functional entertainment center. An electric grill, a sink, a refrigerator, and an icemaker will facilitate entertaining in this area. The classy atmosphere is maintained, with the same genuine teak decks and large diameter stainless railings found throughout the deck areas of the boat.

Back on the main deck and moving forward toward the bow, it’s easy to appreciate the high bulwarks topped with stout railings. One can easily visualize going forward on these decks, perhaps carrying something in hand, without fear of slipping over the side. The aft portions of the side decks are protected with an overhang from the flybridge. One of the hundreds of thoughtful touches on a Greenline 68 Ocean Class Hybrid Yacht is the use of a stainless steel “shield” around every cleat. Mooring lines won’t chafe against the fiberglass hull, with a dirty result.

The foredeck is well laid out for practicality as well as leisure. Two anchors may be mounted, with copious amounts of all chain rode stowed in port and starboard lockers. The windlasses are hydraulic, rather than electric. The starboard rode locker houses a washdown system with which to blast away any mud or crud when hauling the anchor long before it can come aboard.

Seating on the foredeck includes a sun lounge, with a reversible backrest that provides a headrest for a person laid down with feet forward and slides backward to create a backrest for people facing another row of foredeck seating immediately aft.

There is plenty of stowage for lines, fenders, and other miscellaneous deck and docking items in lockers below the seats on the foredeck.

Interior features and design

The most common entrance to the interior will be through the stainless doors between the cockpit and the main cabin.

The most common remark among people coming aboard will probably be “Wow!”

Interior finishes are simultaneously functional and elegant, in a well-planned and practical layout.

In the aft port quarter of the main cabin, a galley features all electric appliances, including a dishwasher. Miele ™ appliances are a common choice. There are an abundance of lockers and drawers for stowage, as well as a handy “coffee garage” in the extreme aft of the galley. Upper galley lockers have built-in “retainers” that will prevent contents from spilling out if the Greenline 68 encounters rocky seas. Solid surface countertops have raised edges to prevent any random spills or drips from escaping down the joinery or finding the cabin sole in a seaway. The induction cooktop, electric oven, and seriously efficient vent hood are to port in the galley, with the molded sink and faucet facing aft from the 90-degree return immediately forward. Garbage and recycling may be sorted in a dedicated space below the sink.

Opposite the galley, to starboard, is another of the solid hardwood slab tables Greenline features on the 68 Ocean Hybrid Yacht. One of the first items likely to be noticed upon entry from the aft deck, the table sets a high bar for a visitor’s expectations; a bar that the builder proceeds to clear with relative ease.

Up two small steps from the galley and dining area are a cabin with the lower helm to starboard, and a well-designed settee to port. Just to starboard of the companionway is a built-in wine cooler and behind that a very impressive, push button operated two-tier service bar that disappears into a space behind the wine cooler underway and emerges to become an entertainment center in port or at anchor.

Forward of the wine cooler and concealed service bar is a fixture with stowage for wine glasses, a couple of generously proportioned drawers, and a TV screen that disappears into the fixture when underway. Again, with Greenline building the 68 Ocean Class Hybrid Yacht with a full expectation that it might see some truly offshore conditions, there’s a recessed area for video remotes or other items which might otherwise go flying in a beam sea.

Large windows with electric blinds and thoughtfully engineered overhead lighting will enhance any mood or provide maximum visibility from the main cabin.

The lower helm is next to a positive-sealed pilot door, which is electrically operated (with manual backup). Electronics aboard the Greenline 68 Ocean Hybrid Yacht are fully integrated with the diesel and electric drive systems . Hydraulic bow and stern thrusters are standard.

Sidepower ™ “zero motion” stabilizers are controlled from the lower helm- permitting a very steady experience underway or at anchor.

Three staterooms, and three heads, are down the companionway steps forward of the lower helm.

A guest stateroom is immediately to starboard at the base of the companionway steps. Two single bunks, (which appear capable of sliding together to make a double), head up against the aft bulkhead. Large stainless portlights introduce some natural light to the compartment and can be opened for ventilation. A hanging locker, with a lighted garment rail, provides more stowage space than many people expect in a guest stateroom.

The guest stateroom has individual access to the semi-private “day head”, immediately forward. The day head includes sink, marine toilet, and a shower stall- and is additionally accessed by a door at the base of the companionway steps.

Most forward on the lower deck is the VIP stateroom, adequately roomy and sufficiently deluxe to put the “master stateroom” on many lesser yachts to shame. Immediately noticeable are the windows to both port and starboard. The design and bracing mullions of the shatterproof glass are of sufficient structural strength to not jeopardize the CE A rating of the Greenline 68 Ocean Class Yacht.

The VIP stateroom includes a centerline queen berth, two hanging lockers, built-in sound and video systems, and a private head with deluxe fixtures and a tile shower.

The master stateroom is a full-beam design, with about seven feet of standing headroom. The same extraordinary windows seen in the VIP stateroom grace the master, allowing open views and high light levels when desired. A variety of additional light sources, including lighting at the cabin sole, are available to render the ambiance “just right.” There are “his and hers” hanging lockers, a “ship’s office,” a set of wardrobe stowage drawers to starboard, and a settee to port.

The ensuite head for the master stateroom includes premium fixtures and a “two-person” tiled shower.

Crew Quarters and Machinery Room

A couple of steps off the swim platform and through the dogged-down transom hatch are the “crew quarters.” At 68-feet, most owners would not actually employ a crew- but the additional bunk space and compact ensuite head might prove handy for guests partying on the swim platform. Another practical application would include a situation where a licensed captain operated the boat as a charter vessel.

Immediately forward of the crew quarters is the machinery room. There is room to locate a diesel generator, but unless an owner intends to spend many days at anchor without starting the engines a generator is not a necessity aboard the Greenline 68 Ocean Class Hybrid Yacht. Large battery banks, and solar panels on the hardtop over the flybridge, will keep the all-electric systems on the vessel powered for extended use.

Lithium-ion batteries flank both sides of a diamond plate walkway. The batteries create a 145-kWh reserve of power. A pair of 60 kW electric motors drive the propeller shafts when the diesel engines are not running, and conversely switch into generator mode to charge the battery banks when the diesels are engaged.

With a close-to-silent “stealth” capability, battery-only range is approximately 20 nautical miles, at typical trawler speeds of around 8 knots. And with an optional second battery the range increases to an impressive 40 nautical miles. Various diesel options are available, and a pair of 1000-HP Cats are said to be capable of driving the boat at speeds up to 25 knots.

With the ability to select electric power for slow-speed operation and high speeds provided by the diesels, the combustion engines aren’t subjected to the disproportionate wear and tear that slow-speed operation extracts from diesels. It’s also possible that the small additional initial cost of a hybrid yacht will be more than offset by improved resale value- the main engines will have many fewer hours when the vessel eventually changes hands.

And of course, redundancy is incredibly enhanced with two complete power systems, one diesel, and one electric, with which to power the Greenline 68 Ocean Class Hybrid Yacht.

Remember that “blank slate” and “thinking outside the box”?

The builders of the Greenline 68 Ocean Class Hybrid Yacht not only succeeded in making the yacht innovative and different, but they also created a product which (with its CE A “open ocean” rating) is structurally better than many competing models. Fit, finish, features, layout, systems, and specifications are beyond exceptional.

In an era where the entire world is paying more attention than ever to environmental issues, the Greenline 68 very directly addresses concerns about efficiency and sustainability. Improved fuel efficiency, effective use of solar panels , fewer emissions, and nearly silent cruising when in electrical mode make this yacht truly unique.

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Greenline 68 Hybrid Yacht For Sale

For Additional Information

A highly select network of about sixty dealers, worldwide, represent Greenline hybrid yachts. In the Pacific Northwest, Ocean Pacific Yachts represents the line from their offices in Seattle, Washington. Contact us at 206-659-0710 for more details and to schedule a sea trial. Our sales team is considered an authoritative resource for answers to general questions about hybrid yachts and electric yachts.

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