Wally has created a breakthrough yachting concept with the launch of a completely new idea. The Wally//Otto is the only One Design Maxi racing fleet.

Otto has been designed to sail with a limited crew and limited sail inventory to minimize campaign costs and maximize enjoyment.

The Otto also features a unique aft ’guest experience’ area where guests can enjoy the racing in comfort and safety, removed from the operations of the racing crew.

Hermes is exiting a luxury yacht joint venture with shipbuilder Wally, saying it is not experienced enough to complete the project according to Reuters.

The two partners had unveiled a full-sized model of their mega yacht, “WHY”, in Monte Carlo in September.

“We are currently in the phase of carrying out the project, which is technically complex and which requires on-the-spot decisions.”

Wally introduces Wallyship, the new line of yachts reflecting the current trend of the market towards displacement power boats.

Wallyship includes two models: the 26m wallyship (84-foot) and the 36m wallyship (118-footer), that is currently being developed.

Each all-fiberglass yacht still bears the aggressive, ultra-contemporary profile elements that mark other power and sail Wallys.

Yacht makers Wally have continued with their collection of skis with their latest offerings.

The latest collection of skis uses the same carbon fiber and aerodynamic technology they developed for their yachts.

“WallyPowder is 176 cm long, it is one of the widest ski ever produced and the only full carbon ski specifically developed for off piste.”

Hublot and Wally Yachts have already been partners for several years: Hublot is the official timekeeper of the Wally Class during their regattas.

To commemorate this long time collaboration with Monaco-based Wally Yachts, the Swiss watchmaker has unveiled the special Big Bang Wally timepiece.

The watch made from an ultra-light alloy of aluminium and magnesium, amongst others, with a titanium movement and a rubber strap.