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Polaris: The 70m Rossinavi flagship designed for long-haul comfort

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The owner of 70-metre Rossinavi Polaris wanted to go far – with plenty on board to entertain and delight along the way. BOAT discovers how to equip a yacht for long-haul comfort, outside and in.

In the first month after she was delivered, the 70-metre Rossinavi flagship Polaris had already travelled more than 3,000 nautical miles. It’s a distance that’s nearly as vast as an Atlantic crossing, but it’s small change compared to how the owner plans to use his new yacht. Polaris will visit the usual Med and Caribbean hotspots, but she will also journey to the ends of the earth. When dreaming up his new yacht, the owner had his sights set on cruising the icy climes of the Arctic and Antarctica, and it was this mission that shaped the entirety of Polaris , from her ice-classed hull to her diesel-electric propulsion and her inviting interior, chock-full of amenities to enjoy while far from land.

“The owner’s dream was for a long-range superyacht that could comfortably cruise the world,” says Enrico Gobbi of Team for Design , who penned her exterior and interior. Having worked with Rossinavi, Arrabito Naval Architects and Team for Design on his previous yacht, the 48-metre Polaris I (now Parillion), the owner already had his Italian dream team in place for his new creation. Between yacht builds, Gobbi had also designed the owner’s holiday residence ashore, all of which gave the designer a firm footing for understanding his client’s style preferences.

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Polaris meets the requirements of Class II of the Finnish-Swedish Ice Class rules. “This includes some upgrades compared to a normal boat: there is a reinforcement of the first forward quarter of the hull and there are reinforcements in the structural part of the pods and propellers,” says Federico Rossi, Rossinavi’s COO. The shape and volume of the sea chests are also specifically designed for navigation in icy waters, with two different de-icing systems, including hot water from the engines that can be sent to the sea chests. “We have not had substantial difficulties as she is Ice Class compliant and not a pure icebreaker – and this drastically changes the construction techniques,” he says. While Polaris is the first ice-classed Rossinavi yacht, she will not be the last; the yard already has others under construction.

The exterior design was influenced by her explorer capabilities. “Mainly the height of the hull and the bow, which had to have certain characteristics in order to navigate in all conditions,” says Gobbi. “A tall and long bow was not only a technical requirement, but also a necessary aesthetic feature to balance the proportions of the yacht.” The straight, tall bulwarks form a splash guard edge to ensure dry decks even in adverse cruising conditions.

The owner briefed a yacht with a slender silhouette and eye-catching exterior lines. “The superstructure needed to have a dynamic appeal, flowing decks and unique identifying features. When drawing her profile we imagined her anchored in the bay, showing off the harmonic connection of all decks and the sleek outlines of the superstructure,” says Gobbi. Team for Design created a harmonious exterior that, upon closer inspection, is composed of sharp angles that catch the light and add interest. Best appreciated in profile, the edges of the superstructure are slanted so there is a continuous line at a 45-degree angle that draws the eye from the bridge deck down to the main deck. The owner also specifically requested a stern design that would be recognisable in a marina without being too pretentious, so the aft ends of each deck overhang slightly. These overhangs are painted grey to match the radar arch and transom. “This is an identifying feature of Polaris and it helps to create a dynamic stern view,” says Gobbi. He notes that it’s also functional, with each overhang forming part of the ceiling for the exterior deck spaces below and hiding lighting that illuminates the boat at night.

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Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the owner didn’t get to visit the yard often during the build and only saw the yacht once before she was launched. When he finally saw Polaris on the water, he was “stunned by the dimensions”, says Gobbi. “I don’t think he actually managed to appreciate her length and overall size until he saw her on water.” Besides stepping up by more than 20 metres in length, the new yacht has more than triple the volume, from 499GT to 1,542GT. This meant plenty of space for the facilities, starting with the gym and spa, which hold pride of place on the main deck.

“The spa and wellness centre is actually the space from which the interior project started,” says Gobbi. “It’s a space the owner uses frequently and wanted it to be located in a privileged area of the yacht with panoramic views.” The gym/yoga room features a huge opening terrace to port, complemented by a hammam, massage room and full bathroom to starboard. The wellness area is decorated with fabric walls, marble and glass mosaics.

The interior design for Polaris was brought to life slowly, after many meetings and yacht viewings between owner and designer. The owner desired a timeless interior, neither too modern nor too classic. It should be cosy and inviting to contrast the icy climes that might be found outside when navigating polar environments. “The interior motif had to convey an atmosphere of warmth and comfort to the owner and his guests the moment they step inside,” says Gobbi. The colour scheme is understated, with grey and white soft goods and glossy dark wood furniture. Pops of colour are more whispers, with a pale green accenting glass lamps or artworks throughout.

Timeless, however, doesn’t have to mean bland. The interior is characterised by art deco-inspired furnishings, and there’s more than a touch of glamour in the many crystal chandeliers and reflective surfaces. The owner also requested a “maximum level” of customisation, says Gobbi. Almost everything had to be unique and bespoke for this yacht. Most of the furniture is custom designed by Gobbi’s team, accompanied by contemporary loose furniture, decorative lighting and fabrics sourced from top Italian and international brands. Among these are Armani/Casa, Baker, Donghia, Rubelli, Porta Romana, Schonbek and Preciosa for the custom lighting, while pieces from Paola Lenti, Summit, Jim Thompson, Hermès, Mariaflora and Ralph Lauren are found on the exterior living spaces.

“One of the main requests he had for the interiors was to have a ‘wow point’ on each deck designed to impress the guests, such as a feature wall, a chandelier or an artwork,” says Gobbi. In the main saloon, this translates to a waterfall flowing down over a wall of backlit onyx on the forward bulkhead. A round sofa in the aft lobby of the saloon welcomes guests, and glass doors to port and starboard of the main sitting area can open to let a breeze flow through. But it’s the waterfall that is the undisputed focal point. It is flanked by curved walls in vertical strips of crystal, which Gobbi says were inspired by the Baccarat Hotel in Manhattan. “The intent was to create a double ‘wow point’ here in the saloon, with the central waterfall and the crystal wings,” says Gobbi. The saloon itself is free of televisions, but duck around the corner of the crystal wall and you’ll find a cocoon-like cinema space. This takes the place of a formal main deck dining area, which was of no interest to the owner. The cinema features soundproofed walls and the latest audiovisual technology.

The stairwell forward also adheres to the owner’s wow-factor brief. An impressive vertical chandelier made of different-sized crystal rings rises from the lower deck lobby to the upper deck, creating a waterfall-of-light effect. Light from the chandelier also reflects beautifully off the wood-and-resin backlit walls of the staircase. Another focal point is the forward wall of the owner’s deck lounge. Here, Gobbi aligned thin slabs of backlit onyx in a wave formation, which also works practically as a curtain to separate the lounge from the wine rack found on the forward bulkhead.

“This is my favourite space on board because it has a very elegant design and a lovely panoramic view,” says Gobbi of the lounge. “I very much like the curved front wall in onyx with its soft lighting effect, the chandelier made of crystal cylinders hanging from the ceiling, and the overall warm atmosphere.”

As the owner plans to spend a good deal of time on board, it made sense to give him a dedicated deck, to which this lounge is the entry point. Forward of the wine rack is a VIP suite to starboard – which can be used by the owner or assigned to a guest – and a full-beam owner’s suite with a walk-in-wardrobe, dual en suite bathrooms and a forward-facing bedroom. “The owner wanted a panoramic suite, with his private front balcony and the bed placed right at the centre of the room looking outward. He liked the idea of being able to follow the yacht in navigation directly from his bed,” says Gobbi.

The private forward terrace has two chairs of woven fabric, a small table and chaise longues, all that’s needed for the owner to sit and enjoy the expansive views ahead. Another water feature is found here – a waterfall runs down the full length of the forward bulwark and has a lighting effect that makes it especially vibrant at night. Aft on the owner’s deck is a huge round table with seating for 12, which speaks to the owner’s plans to entertain guests. “My favourite element on board is the entire owner’s deck,” says Rossi. “In boats of this size it is really a plus to have an owner’s cabin with a front view and private balcony.”

But comfortable living during long-range cruising extends beyond the yacht’s amenities. A focus of the brief was for excellent seakeeping and silent navigation. “We are extremely proud of the comfort on board and the silence. Our Zero Noise technology in this boat has expressed itself to its maximum potential and after being personally on board cruising I can say that the boat is really extremely silent and pleasant [while underway],” says Rossi.

Delivered in 2014, the original Polaris is a semi-planing yacht that was specced to reach speeds in excess of 24 knots, but for the next Polaris , the owner was more interested in endurance. “It was a totally different concept: he wanted a full-displacement yacht that could reach anywhere in the world,” says Giuseppe Arrabito of Arrabito Naval Architects, who created both Polaris yachts. “The hull is equipped with a bulb resulting from an iterative process of CFD optimisation aimed at reducing resistance and damping the pitching motions of the oncoming sea.” CFD calculations, together with tank tests of the Kongsberg Azipull propulsion, were also carried out to improve performance. The owner was enthusiastic about Arrabito’s suggestion for the new yacht to have full diesel-electric propulsion with the Azipull system. The system operates with variable-speed generators, so that the fuel efficiency is optimised in all sea conditions.

Yet the new Polaris is no slouch either; she was contracted to reach at least 17 knots and goes one better, hitting a top speed of 18 knots while cruising at 15 knots. And her range is more than 6,500 nautical miles at a reduced speed of 12 knots. This should give the owner plenty of scope to meet his world-girdling goals.

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Luxury super yacht POLESTAR (ex Polaris, Project King Shark) is a full displacement vessel measuring 70m/230ft and constructed with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure to Ice-class standards. At her launch in January 2021, she is the largest luxury yacht which was constructed by the Italian shipyard Rossinavi. The naval architecture comes from Arrabito Naval Architects with exterior and interior styling from Enrico Gobbi – Team for Design. The accommodation provides for up to 12 guests across six en-suite cabins, with a professional crew of 18 for safe and exciting cruises around the world.

NOTABLE FEATURES OF POLESTAR: ~Main deck aft infinity pool with whirlpool jets ~Owner's deck with waterfalls surrounding private terrace ~Main salon waterfall feature with backlit onyx ~Soundproofed cinema ~Wellness centre with massage room, hammam, sauna and more ~Extensive storage for tenders and water toys ~Exhaustive cruising range of more than 6,000 nautical miles ~Well-equipped gym and yoga area ~Air conditioning ~Wi-Fi

The exterior layout has yet to be revealed by the shipyard, however, the main deck aft features a 6m/19.7ft infinity pool with a whirlpool system.

E/Y POLESTAR has an Owner's deck with a private terrace complete with a surrounding waterfall, a main salon with a waterfall flowing down a back-lit onyx panel, plus a soundproofed cinema with wall dividers covered in crystal staves. There is also a wellness centre with a sauna, hammam, massage room, yoga area and fully-equipped gym. Storage is abundant on board for a range of onboard water toys and tenders, including six jet skis and two tenders, one being a full-custom 10m/32.8ft tender built by Rossinavi.

POLESTAR Specifications

The diesel-electric propulsion consists of twin Marelli Motori 1,866 kW electric motors and triple Cat C32 1,081 bkW generators as well as a pair of Cat C9.3 355 bkW generators to reach a top speed of 17 knots, a cruising speed of 15 knots and a range exceeding 6,000 nautical miles.

Yacht Accommodation

The accommodation sleeps a maximum of 12 guests over 6 en-suite cabins: 1 Master suite and 5 further guest cabins. The crew of 18 are accommodated over 10 cabins.

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Fraser Welcomes ‘Polestar’ to the Charter Fleet

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• July 27, 2023

Polestar , which, at 229 feet long, is the largest-ever Rossinavi build, is now part of the Fraser charter fleet.

The 2021 launch accommodates 12 guests in six staterooms. Plans are to offer charters this summer in France and Italy, with the owner considering other locations on request.

For winter 2023-24, Polestar is expected to be available for bookings in the Indian Ocean.

“ Polestar showcases the perfect balance of elegance and performance,” charter manager Alexia Eude stated in a press release. “She boasts an impressive range, making her ideal for long-range cruising adventures. Guests can expect top-notch service and expertise while on board this magnificent yacht .”

What’s the lowest weekly base rate to charter Polestar ? It’s about $785,000.

How to book a week on board: contact a charter broker at fraseryachts.com

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Indulge in a revitalizing massage or treat yourself to an array of other wellness treatments. - Broker

The 70m Rossinavi is available for charter.

POLESTAR was built by the renowned shipyard Rossinavi and is an excellent example of contemporary but timeless yacht design.

The yacht can accommodate up to 12 guests in 6 luminous and spacious staterooms. The Master stateroom is located on the main deck and includes a private office. While the VIP stateroom is also located on the main deck, the other staterooms are located on the lower deck. POLESTAR feautures a cinema, fully equipped gym, and a beautiful spa area designed for relaxation and unwinding.

POLESTAR is the yacht for ultimate charter experience, with 18 crew providing impeccable service.

The best of POLESTAR

• Sauna and massage room.
• Enjoy a movie and popcorn in the on board cinema.
• Vast array of water toys.
• Gym / Exercise Equipment
• Jet Ski / Waverunner
• Swimming Pool / Deck Jacuzzi
• Zero Speed Stabilizers

T/T P Limo –10m Custom made by Rossinavi (engines: 2 x Yanmar, total power 740 horse power, max speed: 42knots) T/T P1- 6.30m Castoldi 21 (engine: 1 x Yanmar of 250hp, max speed : 40knots)

5 x Jet Skis: 2 x Sea Doo GTR 230 ( model 2023) 2 x Sea Doo Spark ( model 2021) 1 x Yamaha Superjet

4 x Seabobs F5SR E-Foil Flite Board Jet Surf (Petrol) Flyboard Wakeboard (Jobe) SUP (Jobe 10.6) Water Skis (Jobe) Towable (Jobe Chaser, Jobe Scout) Inflatables (Jobe Water Carpet) Inflatable Floating pontoon Jet Ski dock FunAir Luxury Pool Yacht Beach Scuba Diving Gear

Electric scooters: 2 x Dualtron Storm limit edition 2 x Dualtron spider II 2 x Dualtron Ultra II 1 x Dualtron Thunder II Electric Bikes: 4 x - GoCycle G4i

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• Length: 70m/230ft
• Gross Tonnage: 1546
• Beam: 12.7m
• Max. Draught: 3.35m
• Hull construction: Steel
• Superstructure construction: Aluminium
• Exterior Designer: Enrico Gobbi, T4 - Team for Design
• Interior Designer: Enrico Gobbi, T4 - Team for Design
• Naval Architect: Arrabito
• Engines: 2 x Marelli Motori
• Range: 6000nm
• Flag: Cayman Islands
• Classification Society: Registro Italiano Navale (RINA)

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Stick to your fitness routine at the on board gym, which features high end equipment and plenty of space to perfect your form.

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Bayesian superyacht crew face police quiz after captain placed under manslaughter investigation as pics & vids analysed

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THE crew of the Bayesian superyacht are set to face a police grilling as the captain has come under a manslaughter investigation.

Officials are rifling through pictures and video of the tragedy that killed British tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch , his daughter, and five others.

Surviving passengers left Sicily in a private jet on Sunday, with most of the crew now set to leave following interviews with cops.

But two key members running the boat will stay behind as the prosecutor's office looks to solve the capsize riddle.

CCTV footage and photos taken by locals of the night of the storm is being collected and analysed by the prosecutor's office as they probe whether to charge them.

Captain James Cutfield , 51, from New Zealand, is one of those still in Palermo and is being  investigated for manslaughter  and shipwreck.

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The investigation doesn't necessarily mean charges are likely, but he has already been questioned twice by prosecutors.

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• Brit teen  Hannah Lynch was found on the sunken boat  on Friday as her family paid tribute
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Giovanni Rizzuti, lawyer for Cutfield, told The Guardian the captain was facing more questioning today.

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He said: “Our client is deeply affected by this ordeal... We are currently assessing, with other legal representatives, the defence strategy and examining the technical aspects of the case.”

But Cutfield isn't the only person under the microscope, with a second crew member set to be investigated.

First officer Tijs Koopman has also been kept behind in Palermo, reports Giornale Di Sicilia .

The interviews have been conducted in English, creating a difficult task for prosecutors as they now need to translate it all into Italian.

A tornado and sudden storm caught the crew by surprise, with investigators now checking whether they made any errors.

The 184ft Bayesian  was carrying 22 people and sank in 60 seconds of being hit by the storm.

Locals say that on August 18 lightening and thunder had already started at 9.30pm, hours before the ship sank at 5am.

Brit tech tycoon Mike Lynch and four others were found dead in the first cabin of the luxury yacht’s left side.

Prosecutors said  the victims  had attempted to scramble to one side of  the doomed £30million, 184ft vessel  in a desperate battle to reach air pockets.

Lynch's 18-year-old daughter, Hannah,  was found in the third cabin after it sank stern-first before rolling on to its right on the seabed.

The yacht’s chef also died, with his body being found at the beginning of the search.

Fifteen of the 22 on board, including Mr Lynch’s wife  Angela Bacares , 57, escaped on a life raft.

Chief Prosecutor Ambrogio Cartosio said at a press conference on Saturday that some "behaviours" by crew may not have fit their "responsibilities".

He said: “There could be in fact the question of homicide. But this is the beginning of the inquiry, we cannot exclude anything at all.”

He vowed to “discover how much they (the crew) knew and to what extent all the people (passengers) were warned.”

“We will establish each element’s (crew) responsibility. For me, it is probable that offences were committed — that it could be a case of manslaughter.”

He said Captain Cutfield had been “extremely cooperative” during questioning and will be quizzed further.

Lead prosecutor Raffaele Cammarano said Italy’s Air Force found the boat was sunk by a downburst that descended from a thunderstorm.

He said there were forecasts of strong winds and a storm alert but good visibility and no suggestion of a tornado.

He added: “Given the conditions were such, there wasn’t anything to suggest there could be an extreme situation.

“There are vessels that can monitor these events and one would have thought the captain had taken precautions.”

He said one person was on watch in the cockpit at the time of the accident.

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Maritime law gives a captain full responsibility for the ship and the crew, as well as the safety of all aboard.

Causing a shipwreck is a separate offence in Italy and those found guilty of provoking or causing a shipwreck could face up to 12 years in prison.

Bayesian mystery: the unanswered questions

PROSECUTORS have launched a major probe into whether the Bayesian crew follow the right procedures before it tragically sank.

With the investigation underway now that bodies have been recovered, these are the key points that remain shrouded in mystery.

Why did it sink while other boats withstood the storm?

Survivors were saved by crew of Dutch boat Sir Robert Baden Powell, which was moored right near the Bayesian.

The 42-metre boat remained anchored after its skipper turned on the engine, also avoiding a collision with the doomed British-flagged vessel.

Rescuer Karsten Borner said the Bayesian crew were likely "surprised" by the storm's prowess.

Were proper safety precautions followed?

In light of the weather warning issued by the coast guard, questions have been raised over whether yacht guests were woken up and given life jackets.

On Saturday, prosecutors said those who died were likely asleep when the storm hit.

This meant they couldn't escape as the boat rapidly sank, investigators believe.

Was the Bayesian properly anchored?

The anchor being lowered to 50 metres has sparked questions over whether the yacht should have been secured in shallower water.

Retired Royal Navy Commander Tom Sharpe also said the Bayesian is designed for a huge sail - and without the sail raised, the fierce gusts would've rocked the boat's aluminium pole.

He told CBC News: "My kind of working assumption is that she was probably a bit further in at anchor, and it’s very likely, in these sort of conditions, that her anchor dragged."

Were hatches left open?

It access hatches were left open before the storm struck, it's believed the yacht would've quickly filled with water once it tipped, causing the swift sinking.

An expert at the scene told Reuters that one of the earliest aims for investigators was to establish whether the crew did not close access hatches before disaster struck.

With temperatures above 33 degrees, they may have been left open for air circulation.

Sam Jefferson said: "I imagine all the doors were open because it was hot, so there were enough hatches and doors open that it filled with water very quickly and sank like that."

How long will the investigation take?

Sicilian prosecutors wouldn't be drawn on giving a timeline for the investigation on Saturday.

With the wreck at 50 metres below the sea surface, they warned it would take some time.

Autopsies are also yet to be done.

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Novosibirsk Oblast is a federal subject of Russia, part of the Siberian Federal District. Novosibirsk is the capital city of the region.

The population of Novosibirsk Oblast is about 2,780,000 (2022), the area - 177,756 sq. km.

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History of Novosibirsk Oblast

Over thousands of years, the territory of the Novosibirsk region, due to its location on the border of natural zones and cultural regions (the Siberian taiga and the Eurasian steppe), played the role of a buffer zone or border zone of different peoples.

In the 13th-15th centuries, this land was the eastern outskirts of the Golden Horde. Later, until the end of the 16th century, it was part of the Siberian Khanate. In the 18th century, the territory of the present Novosibirsk region became part of the Russian Empire.

Despite the relatively favorable climate, the Russians began to settle here relatively late. The Barabin Tatars were the indigenous people. Today, their total population is about 10,000 people living mainly in the western parts of the region.

The Barabin Tatars were subjected to constant attacks of the Kalmyks (the Oyrates and Teleuts). Russian villages were also under the threat. That’s why people preferred to settle in the north, near Tomsk. Only at the end of the 17th century, Novosibirsk province became attractive to settlers.

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The first settlement was founded by the boyar son Alexey Kruglik in 1695. Later, this settlement became the village of Kruglikovo. Today, it is located in Bolotninsky district. In the early 18th century, Berdsky stockaded town was built. Over time, the threat from the nomads decreased and the number of settlers increased.

In 1722, the Siberian line of fortresses along the Irtysh River was constructed. The locals were mainly engaged in soil tilling, fishing and hunting. In the early 19th century, the famous Ural manufacturer Akinfiy Demidov constructed two copper melting plants here - Kolyvansky and Barnaulsky.

In 1893, due to the construction of the Trans-Siberian Railway and the railway bridge across the Ob River, Alexandrovsky settlement was built (from 1895 - Novonikolayevsky). Thanks to its convenient geographical location (the Trans-Siberian Railway crossing the Ob River, transportation ways connecting Siberia with the European part of the Russian Empire), its trade importance grew rapidly. In 1909, Novonikolayevsk became a town. In 1925, it was renamed in Novosibirsk.

Before 1921, the territory of Novosibirsk oblast was part of Tomsk gubernia, from 1921 to 1925 - of Novonikolayevsk gubernia, from 1925 to 1930 - of Siberian krai, from 1930 to 1937 - of West Siberian krai. September 28, 1937, West Siberian krai was divided into Novosibirsk oblast and Altay krai. This date is considered the official date of the region formation.

Novosibirsk Oblast - Features

Novosibirsk Oblast is located in the south east of the East-Siberian Plain, in the steppe, forest-steppe and taiga zones, between the Ob and the Irtysh rivers. The length of the region from west to east - 642 km, from north to south - 444 km.

The southern part of Vasyugan swamp, the largest swamp in the world, occupies the territory in the north and north-west of the province. In the southwest, it borders with Pavlodar oblast of Kazakhstan.

There are about 3,000 lakes on the territory of the Novosibirsk region. The largest lakes are Chany, Ubinskoye, Sartlan. Novosibirsk Reservoir also known as “the Ob Sea” (1,082 sq. km.) was created for Novosibirsk Hydroelectric Power Plant.

The climate is continental. The average temperature in January ranges from minus 16 degrees Celsius in the south and minus 20 degrees Celsius in the north. The average temperature in July - plus 18-20 degrees Celsius.

The largest cities and towns are Novosibirsk (1,621,000), Berdsk (103,500), Iskitim (54,700), Kuybishev (43,000). Novosibirsk is one the largest industrial, transport, scientific, and cultural center of Russia, the third most populous city in the country after Moscow and St. Petersburg. It is also the capital of the Siberian Federal District.

In the historical part of Novosibirsk you can find a lot of preserved monuments of the Russian Empire times. The Soviet era is presented by numerous scientific and cultural attractions, as well as beautiful parks.

There are more than 500 deposits of various mineral resources in Novosibirsk Oblast (coal, refractory clay, peat, anthracite). Natural gas and oil fields are located in the north-western part of the region. There are significant reserves of underground thermal and mineral waters. Forests cover about 4 million hectares, more than 20% of the territory.

Novosibirsk Oblast is one of the most industrially developed regions in Siberia (metal processing and machine building, food, power engineering, non-ferrous metallurgy industries). Heavy industries are concentrated in Novosibirsk, Iskitim and Berdsk.

The regional agriculture specializes in the cultivation of grain, potatoes and vegetables. Dairy cattle breeding, poultry farming and beekeeping are developed. The production of flax plays an important role too. Agricultural development of the territory is not high (about 48%). In general, it has about 25% of all agricultural land in Western Siberia.

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