Privately owned and used, high-spec, professionally-maintained example of the Italian-designed and built Uniesse 54 Sport hardtop sports cruiser with lots of recent expenditure an updates. Powered by twin MAN 800hp diesels with up to 33 knots on tap.
FURTHER BROKER’S COMMENTS:
Launched in the later half of 2006, BIRI is hull number 12 of the extremely popular 54 Sport hardtop sports cruiser from Italian manufacturer Uniesse Marine. With only two private owners since new and with her current owner investing over Euro 50,000 in refit, servicing and upgrades over recent seasons, BIRI is perfectly configured for comfortable Mediterranean cruising.
Professionally maintained by a full-time captain since 2013, never chartered, and wintered ashore under cover, BIRI is Italian flagged and deemed EU VAT paid. Her Italian Safety Certificate inspection is valid until 2029.
Her specification highlights include:-
• CE Category A – Ocean certification
• Vacuum infused GRP construction
• Navy blue topsides finish
• Teak laid cockpit and bathing platform
• Hardtop configuration with electric retractable sunroof over cockpit area
• 3-cabin, 2-heads light oak-finished interior layout with double owner’s and VIP cabins and twin guest cabin
• Crew cabin aft with ensuite bathroom
• Powered by twin MAN R6-800 800hp diesel engines with ZF V-drive gearboxes giving circa 33 knots maximum speed and 25-26 knots comfortable cruise
• Sleipner bowthruster
• Onan 11kva generator
• Black and grey holding tanks
• Updated Garmin instrument package with 12” plotter, VHF and autopilot control
• Upper and lower galleys with Bosch induction hobs, microwave oven, BBQ grill, fridge/freezers and dishwasher
• TV system with LG 28” TV in at lower saloon and TV in cockpit
• Climma reverse-cycle air-conditioning system throughout including upper saloon/cockpit area
• Tecma freshwater flush electric heads
• Lofrans anchor windlass with chain counter and remote control
• Lofrans aft mooring capstan windlass
• Opacmare hydraulic passarelle and tender crane with 400kgs capacity
RECENT REFIT HISTORY:
2025:
• New CO2 fire extinguisher system
• New Antifouling
• Engine service
• Generator service
• Engine motherboard replacement
2024:
• New Bow sunbathing cushions
2023:
• Left side bow window replaced
• New Gallinea Wipers on bow window
• New Propellers
• New 28” saloon TV
2022:
• New electric bow thruster with separate battery
• New cockpit cushions
• New Water softener
2021:
• New cockpit cushions
2020:
• New air conditioning
• New chart plotter
• New autopilot display
• Turbocharger revision
• New Engine Water pump
• New Engine exhaust and cooling system
• New Heat exchangers
• Replacement of temperature and pressure sensors
• Teak refit on swimming platform
2015:
• New cockpit teak
MANUFACTURER’S BACKGROUND:
Uniesse Marine is an Italian semi-custom luxury motor yacht manufacturer, established in 1990, known for its Italian craftsmanship and advanced engineering, with a focus on blending timeless design with modern innovation. Having built and launched over 500 powerboats and superyachts, the company was acquired in 2017 by the Miami-based Uniesse Marine Group and maintains construction and design operations in Italy, while its headquarters and American division are in South Florida. Uniesse yachts are characterised by their high-quality construction, customizability, and refined interiors, and the brand is recognized for pushing boundaries in comfort and performance on the water.
SPECIFICATION
CONSTRUCTION
RCD Status:
• Our understanding is that the vessel conforms with the essential safety requirements of Directive 94/25EC (Recreational Craft Directive) – Category A
Hull, Deck & Superstructure Construction:
• GRP hull, deck and superstructure construction with vacuum resin infusion and vinylester resins.
• Topsides finished in Blue Navy with red sheer lines
• Teak laid aft cockpit and bathing platform - 2015
• Non-slip finish to side decks and foredeck areas
MACHINERY
Engines & gearboxes:
• 2x MAN D2876 LE423 R6-800 6-cylinder, inline, turbocharged, and intercooled diesel engines producing 800hp each @ 2,300rpm
• Fresh water engine cooling via raw water intakes and heat exchangers
• Electric gear throttle controls with control units and digital engine monitoring displays
• ZF 325 IV V-drive direct mount transmission gearboxes with 2,037:1 reduction ratios
• 2x 250w machinery space blowers
Maintenance & Performance:
• Engine hours: 2,300 as of Autumn 2025
• Last engine service: June 2025
• Cruising speed: approx. 25-26 knots
• Maximum speed: approx 33 knots
• Range: approx 250 Nm at economic cruising speed
Propulsion & Steering:
• 70mm diameter Marinox 17D propeller shafts with water-lubricated shaft seals, supported by p-brackets
• 4-bladed propellers - replaced 2023
• Sleipner 24vDC bowthruster with joystick control - 2022
• Trim tabs with control at helm
• Electro-hydraulic steering with twin rudder blades
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
Voltage systems:
• 24VDC domestic system with 220vAC via shore power, generator or inverter and 12vDC via DC-DC converters
Battery Banks:
• 4x 12Vdc 180Amp Varta Silver service batteries joined in parallel and series
• 2x 12vDC 55 Ah Optima engine start batteries
• 1x 12vDC 100Ah Safa Generator start battery
• Bowthruster battery bank - 2022
• Battery parallel switch
Battery Charger:
• Quick 220vAC SBC 1950 NRG+ 24vDC 80A Automatic battery charger
Generator:
• Onan MDKBN-5744226 220vAC diesel generator with 11kva output
• Generator hours: approximately 500 as of Autumn 2025
• Last generator service: 2025
Shore Power:
• 220vAC 50Hz shore power connection with cable socket and internal ring main
Other Electrical:
• Mastervolt 24vDC-12vDC voltage converter for VHF
• Alfatronix 24vDC-12vDC voltage converter for stereo system
PLUMBING & GAS SYSTEMS
Fresh Water:
• Pressurised hot & cold water system with 12vDC high pressure pump
• Hot water supply via engine calorifier and 220vAC immersion heater element in Sigmar 80 litres capacity hot water tank powered by shorepower or generator
• Hot & cold pressurised water supplies to galley, heads, wet bar, and cockpit shower.
Bilge Pumps:
• 4x 24vDC electric bilge pumps for main and engine room bilges
• 1x Manual bilge pump
TANKAGE
Fuel:
• Approx. 2,000 litres fuel tank capacity in 1x stainless steel tank
Fresh Water:
• Approx. 600 litres water tank capacity in 1x stainless steel tank
Holding Tanks:
• Black water plastic holding tank with approx 180 litre capacity, deck outlet, 12vDC pump out and macerator pump
• Grey water holding tank with approx. 240 litre capacity and 12vDC pump out
NAVIGATION & COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT
Navigation:
• Garmin GPSMap 12” chart plotter display – 2020
• Garmin GHC20 autopilot control – 2020
• Raymarine Tridata display with speed and depth transducers
• Ritchie steering compass
• Georg Jensen Clock/Barometer/Higrometer - 2025
Communications Equipment:
• Garmin GHS 10i VHF with DSC and external speaker – 2020
DOMESTIC EQUIPMENT
Lower Galley Equipment:
• Bosch 220vAC 2-burner induction hob
• Extractor hood
• Samsung 220vAC combination microwave oven
• Stainless steel sink with hot & cold fresh water supply
• Vitrifrigo 130 litre capacity front opening fridge with freezer
• Bosch 220vAC dishwasher
Cockpit Wetbar:
• Bosch 220vAC 2-burner induction hob
• 220vAC BBQ grill
• Stainless steel sink with hot & cold fresh water supply
• Vitrifrigo 60litre capacity front opening fridge
Heads & Showers:
• Tecma 24vDC fresh water flush electric heads in owner’s cabin ensuite, guest cabin heads and crew cabin heads
• Sinks and showers with hot & cold fresh water supply
• Separate shower compartment for owner’s and guest cabin heads
Air Conditioning:
• Climma 220vAC reverse-cycle air-conditioning system with outlets in owner’s cabin, saloon, guest cabin areas, crew cabin and cockpit areas
Interior Lighting:
• Traditional incandescent bulbs and partially replaced LED lights
• Courtesy floor light in the interiors
Entertainment:
• TV system with decoder and antenna on radar arch (decommissioned)
• LG 28” LCD TV in saloon – 2023
• Samsung TV in cockpit
• Sony Bluetooth radios with CD at helm station and in the owner’s stateroom
• Sony marine waterproof cockpit speakers
ACCOMMODATION
Summary of Accommodation:
• 3-cabin, 2-bathroom layout with owner’s ensuite stateroom forward, VIP double guest cabin aft to starboard and further twin guest cabin aft to port. Guest heads aft to starboard.
• Crew cabin in lazarette with single berth and ensuite bathroom.
• Lower saloon area and galley
Accommodation Finish:
• Light Oak interior joinery finish with leather panelling
• Carpeting throughout cabins and saloon
• Tempered glass top in the bathrooms
• Beige leather upholstery
• Oceanair blinds
Accommodation Layout from Forwards:
Owner’s Stateroom
• Walkaround double bed
• Bed drawers and cupboards
• Deck Hatch
• 2x portholes
• Air-conditioning remote control
• Audio system
• Lockers and wardrobe
• Safe
Owner’s Stateroom Ensuite Bathroom:
• Electric WC
• Sink
• Separate shower
• Mirrored cupboards
Saloon:
• L- Shaped leather sofa to port
• Dining table with folding leaves
• TV and drinks cabinet opposite to starboard
Saloon:
• Opposite saloon to starboard
• Counter with induction hob and sink
• Fridge and dishwasher beneath
Twin Guest cabin:
• Aft of saloon to port
• 2x single beds
• Bedside table and leather headboard
• Hull ports
VIP Guest Cabin:
• Aft of saloon to starboard
• Double berth inset inboard
• Bedside table and leather headboard
• Cupboards and drawers
• Hull ports
Guest Bathroom:
• Jack & Jill access from saloon or from VIP guest cabin
• Electric WC
• Sink
• Separate shower
• Mirrored cupboards
Crew Cabin:
• Accessed through aft lazarette
• Single berth
Crew Bathroom:
• Tecma WC with fresh water flush
• Sink
• Shower
DECK EQUIPMENT
Deck Layout:
• Retractable electric hardtop over upper saloon cockpit area
• Helm station offset to port with double helm seat
• Upper galley aft of helm station
• U-shaped settee seating to starboard with folding dining table
• Large sunbathing lounge area aft
• Step-through access to bathing platform from port or starboard with stainless steel gates
• Fordeck sunbathing lounge area
General:
• Electric retractable hard top roof
• Opening port and starboard side windows
• Bow sunbathing area
• Aft sunbed area
• Bathing ladder retractable in the stern platform
• Stainless steel guardrails
• Hot & cold pressurised fresh water aft cockpit showers
• Opacmare hydraulic passerelle with 400kgs load capacity for tender lift
• Deep teak-laid bathing platform for tender stowage
• Blue courtesty cockpit floor lighting
Anchoring & Mooring:
• Lofrans Leoprd 24vDC 1,500w reversing anchor windlass with remote control at bow and control at helm
• Quick chain counter / windlass control at helm
• 80kgs Bruce Trefoil anchor with swivel and 100m of 12mm chain
• Anchor washer in the bow
• Bow, midship and stern mooring cleats
• Lofrans 24V 700W Capstan to port side
• Mooring kit with fenders and warps
Covers, Cushions & Canvas:
• Ecoleather exterior cushions in cockpit, bow sunbathing lounge area and aft sunbathing lounge areas – 2025
• Cockpit winter tent closures
• Cockpit privacy sunshade perforated awning
• Cockpit table cover
SAFETY EQUIPMENT:
General note on safety equipment: Any safety equipment such as life rafts, Epirbs, fire extinguishers and flares etc. are usually personal to the current owner(s) and if being left on-board as part of the sale of a used vessel may require routine servicing, replacement, or changing to meet a new owners specific needs.
• Jabsco 24vDC remote control searchlight
• 8-person cannister liferaft – Next service due 2026
• 406Mhz EPIRB
Fire Control:
• Automatic extinguisher system in the engine room
• Portable fire extinguishers