2011 January

News Archive

Marina Barcelona 92’s continued leadership through Yacht Carbon Offset

January 31, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Since 2009, Marina Barcelona 92 (MB´92) has invited superyacht refit clients to join its carbon offset programme, compensating for the carbon emissions produced from their use of shore power. MB’92’s optional programme continues to attract participation from leading yachts, and is delivered in partnership with Yacht Carbon Offset. ... read full story

New H-20 Sailing Yacht by Captain Nathanael Greene Herreshoff’s nearly complete

January 31, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Captain Nathanael Greene Herreshoff’s (NGH) impact on the boat-building industry is undisputed, as he designed more than 2,000 boats and developed many innovations that are still in use today. He was one of the most prolific watercraft designers ever, including the still-popular 12½, initially called the Buzzard’s Bay Boys Boat. ... read full story

Sunreef 114 Catamaran CHE nominated for Superyacht Design Awards 2011

January 31, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Sunreef’s biggest superyacht, the Sunreef 114 CHE catamaran is a finalist in World Superyacht Awards 2011 in category: Best Sailing Yacht in range 30-45 m! Final results on winning yachts will be announced on 7th May 2011 during the official gala dinner in London ... read full story

BVI Spring Regatta: 40th Anniversary

January 31, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The BVI Spring Regatta is celebrating several important milestones at this year’s event (March 28 – April 3, 2011), including the regatta’s 40th anniversary and many wonderful years of support from its oldest sponsors, Mount Gay Rum, Heineken and their distributor Road Town Wholesale (RTW), a Tortola-based food and spirit distributor. ... read full story

The Neptune Regatta: A Race to the Equator

January 31, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The inaugural Neptune Regatta is the World's only sailing regatta and motor yacht rally, that centers around a race to the equator and back. Using various social networks and creating a web site quickly raised a lot of interest in the Singapore boating community, which sees 9 sailing yachts in two classes and 4 power boats of various sizes entering the inaugural event. ... read full story

Amlin to acquire Lead Yacht Underwriters

January 31, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Amlin plc is pleased to announce that a wholly owned subsidiary has entered into an agreement to acquire Lead Yacht Underwriters Limited ("Lead Yacht") from members of Lead Yacht’s board of directors. The transaction remains subject to the approval of the change of control by the Financial Services Authority. ... read full story

Superyacht Turquoise Launched in Turkey

January 31, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Motor yacht Turquoise was launched on the 31st of January in Turkey. Superyacht Turquoise is 55.4 m (182ft) in length and has been built by the Turkish shipyard Proteksan Turquoise over the last couple of years. M/Y Turquoise has a steel hull and an aluminium superstructure. Her beam is 9.30 metres (30.51ft) and she has... ... read full story

8th Westport 164′ Motor Yacht Hull 5008 In Build

January 31, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Westport Yachts are currently building their 8th Westport 164' motor yacht of the Westport 164' flagship series. Westport Hull 5008 expected to be launched and completed in 2011. Westport 164’ Hull 5008 was designed by Donald Starkey and features naval architecture by William Garden. The interior concept and styling is also by Donald Starkey. ... read full story

Lurssen 85m Motor Yacht Project Nicki

January 30, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Lurssen Yachts (or Lurssen Werft), a family owned German shipbuilding company based in Bremen-Vegesack is currently working on a custom 85 meter superyacht project called Project Nicki. Measuring 85m the Lurssen motor yacht will boast 5 decks above the waterline. ... read full story

High Res Superyacht Images of The Icon Yachts BATON ROUGE

January 29, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Superyacht ‘Baton Rouge’ has been nominated amongst six other superyachts in the Best Displacement Motor Yacht of 1,300GT to 2,999GT, ca 60m – 84m category for the Boat International Media World Superyacht Awards 2011. Here are some high resolution superyacht images of the motor yacht. ... read full story

Italian Gian Paolo Nari Presents the NP 55 Explorer Yacht

January 29, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Italian yacht designed, Gian Paolo,  presents the NP 55 NP55 expedition yacht 9explorer) and a new website: gianpaolonari.com ... read full story

The Devonport NINE ZERO Superyacht Design

January 29, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The Devonport NINE ZERO superyacht design was inspired by striking architecture and open spaces this 90m yacht was developed to combine extensive exterior spaces with unique ‘courtyard’ areas to maximise the outdoor living areas. ... read full story

The DEVONPORT Concept Motor Yacht SEVEN ZERO

January 28, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

DEVONPORT developed the 72m superyacht SEVEN ZERO yacht design in house with the intention of providing an elegant but flexible motor yacht concept. Having worked on some of the world’s largest and most advanced yachts DEVONPORT believes it is essential to continue to develop new ideas in order to sustain their reputation as innovators in... ... read full story

Introducing the DEVONPORT 3000e Explorer Superyacht Design

January 28, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The DEVONPORT 3000e explorer superyacht Design is intended to capitalise on the best of engineering and robust sea keeping capabilities developed in the off- shore luxury yacht sector. DEVONPORT asked Rolls Royce Marine to provide a diesel electric engineering platform at 3000 GRT. This has initially been used by Rupert Mann Designs to define a... ... read full story

The 2011 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show

January 28, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

This year the Queensland, Australia, Sanctuary Cove Boat Show is Tipped to Offer a World Class Display for 2011. Dates are May 19 to Sunday, May 22 at Sanctuary Cove in Queensland.    The 2011 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show has already confirmed a huge range of world releases which will be unveiled at the... ... read full story

Benetti launch restyled Classic 121 motor yacht

January 28, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Benetti have launched their newly restyled Classic 121’ semi-custom motor yacht range in Viareggio. The Benetti Classic 121’ motor yacht hull number BC125 is the first model of the Classic 121 range, and the second overall to be released in the new Benetti Class Range. Measuring 36m, the motor yacht was launched in late December 2010 ... read full story

First AB 166 Motor Yacht by AB Yachts

January 27, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

A new flagship model, the AB 166 motor yacht has been created by AB Yachts. Measuring 49.90 meters, the new superyacht is essentially an enlargened version of the AB 140, the largest yacht in thier current range. ... read full story

73m Motor Yacht Sapphire launched by Nobiskrug

January 27, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

German superyacht builder Nobiskrug launched their 73.55m new build motor yacht Sapphire yesterday. The 73.55-meter superyacht Sapphire (hull number 781) was launched at the yard after having her scaffolding removed and was moved along side the Nobiskrug Yard for final work before the yacht is delivered to her owners in March 2011. ... read full story

Magellano 50 by Azimut receives “European Powerboat of the Year 2011” Award

January 27, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The brand new 50-foot Magellano 50 model, by Azimut Yachts shipyards created by the Turin shipyard in collaboration with the prestigious designer Cor. D Rover - has received significant international recognition with the "European Powerboat of the Year 2011" award. ... read full story

Sanlorenzo Launches Motor Yacht CAROL, the Second 46 Steel

January 27, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Sanlorenzo has launched superyacht CAROL, the second 46 Steel motor yacht from the Italian yard. The 46 Steel is the first megayacht in steel - a new flagship of a tailor made fleet and is a finalist at the World Superyacht Awards 2011 organized by Boat International. ... read full story

Liverpool Boat Show Tickets Go On Sale

January 27, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Tickets for the Liverpool Boat Show 2011 are now on sale. The highly anticipated new boating show is set to attract 400,000 visitors when it takes place from April 29 to May 8 in the historic waterside surroundings of the Albert Dock on the banks of the River Mersey. ... read full story

Holterman 60 Govenor motor yacht by Vripack: European Powerboat of the year

January 27, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

A perfect start of the Boot Düsseldorf 2011 as the Vripack designed Holterman 60 wins the European Powerboat of the Year Award in the displacement hull class. The Govenor is another Dutch Masterpiece and pinnacle of the long standing relation between builder Holterman Yachting and designer, naval architect Vripack. ... read full story

All Ocean Yachts Explorer motor yachts by Luiz de Basto Designs

January 27, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

ALL OCEAN YACHTS in conjunction with Luiz de Basto Designs is delighted to announce the first in the creation of the new line of ALL OCEAN YACHTS EXPLORERS, the 90ft Explorer Motor Yacht (under 24m documented length) and 100’ cockpit Explorer motor yacht. ... read full story

MS TÛRANOR PLANETSOLAR continues World Tour

January 27, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

After successfully passing through the Panama Channel from East to West, MS TÛRANOR PlanetSolar will continue her world tour on the Pacific Ocean. TÛRANOR PlanetSolar and the boat’s crew have received an overwhelming welcome at their last stopovers in Miami, Cancun, Cartagena and Panama, and the team is now looking forward to the next legs of the journey. ... read full story

ANATOMIC 42m motor yacht by Tiranian Yachts

January 27, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

With the design of ANATOMIC 42 motor yacht a brand new vision of a yacht is born. The all aluminium, semi displacement motor yacht has an aggressive, yet, elegant exterior with harmonised shapes and clear lines with a sporty and fast character. Straight polished stainless steel elements all along the side windows emphasis the fast and slim attitude of the yacht lead into the very dynamic shape of the bow. ... read full story

New Concept Launches Anticipated at Abu Dhabi Yacht Show 2011.

January 27, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Some of the global superyacht industry’s most important players have signed up for the 3rd edition of the Abu Dhabi Yacht Show (ADYS) – the region’s only exhibition exclusively dedicated to the superyacht industry – and are predicting exciting new sales opportunities, concept launches and regional premieres for the event. ... read full story

Drettmann-Sunrise Group unveils plans

January 26, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The merger of the German Drettmann Group and the Turkish Sunrise Yachts has resulted in the Drettmann Sunrise Group, which has created a totally new option for all yacht owners and would-be owners. The new company will roll out its eagerly awaited market presentation in January 2011, adding new impetus to the international yacht market with its European design, innovative ideas and a wealth of accumulated experience. ... read full story

65m motor yacht PANACHE by CMN and Eidsgaard Design

January 26, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

To add to the cocktail of fresh thinking for CMN, the talented team at Eidsgaard Design of London have added their forward looking design values to the 65m project ‘Panache’ designed on a highly successful CMN hull platform. Peder Eidsgaard describes his vision as “confidence in style, flamboyance and courage”. ... read full story

Zuccon Introduce New Megayacht Design Division

January 26, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

In response to growing demand for megayacht designs, Zuccon International Project is drawing on years of experience in the field to strategically expand its staff and set up an in-house team dedicated specifically to research and development in the area of maxi-yacht designs. The studio is working with CRN of Ancona, which has built many of its yachts and is currently completing the new 80 metre vessel that will be Zuccon International Project’s biggest superyacht so far. ... read full story

Vicem Yachts introduce the New Vanguard Line

January 26, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Vicem Yachts, Turkish builders of luxury classic motor yachts and mega-yachts, opens 2011 with the new worldwide debut of its third line of yachts: the Vanguard Line. Composed of the Vanguard 45 and the Vanguard 33, the new Vanguard Line is a perfect blend of timeless elegance, performing naval architecture and state of the art production technology. The new line of yachts boasts Vicem in-house design department styling for the exterior and the interior, while the hull and naval architecture were developed by legendary yacht designer Michael Peters. ... read full story

Allied Marine Expands to Newport

January 25, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

As the primary distributor for the Ferretti Group brands in North America, Allied Marine has recently expanded its operations in the North East with the opening of a new office in Newport, Rhode Island. ... read full story

America’s Cup winning trimaran USA 17 bound for San Francisco

January 25, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The extraordinary carbon-fiber machine USA 17 is being loaded onto the freighter M.V. Star Isfjord this week for the long delivery trip to San Francisco via the Panama Canal. The freighter carrying both USA 17 and her extraordinary 223ft wingsail is scheduled to leave Valencia on January 29 or 30 for the 7,900-nautical-mile passage to the Bay Area. ... read full story

175th Australia Day Regatta: Huge fleet of classic yachts to grace Sydney Harbour

January 25, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

More than 50 classic wooden yachts, many gaff-rigged, and several built more than a century ago, will grace the waters of Sydney Harbour to commemorate the 175th Australia Day Regatta tomorrow, Wednesday, 26 January 2011. ... read full story

Antigua Sailing Week 2011: Anchors ahoy for the 44th annual regatta

January 25, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Antigua is the sailing capital of the Caribbean and hosts one of the world’s top regattas, the 44th annual Antigua Sailing Week. Holidaymakers visiting during Sailing Week are in for a treat as this is the perfect time to celebrate the island’s culture and be swept up in the carnival atmosphere of this exhilarating event which combines the chance to see high-level sailing, beach bashes and shoreside partying. ... read full story

Sun Odyssey 409 sailing yacht voted European Yacht of the Year 2011 in Dusseldorf

January 25, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Just this Saturday, January 22, in Düsseldorf, Germany, the Sun Odyssey 409 was honoured with the prestigious title of “European Yacht of the Year 2011” Selected by a jury composed of the biggest European magazines in the marine industry, this trophy is a handsome reward for the new Jeanneau model. ... read full story

Jeanneau NC11 motor yacht voted ‘European Powerboat of the Year 2011’

January 25, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

On Saturday, January 22, in Düsseldorf, Germany, the NC11 was honoured with the prestigious title of “European Powerboat of the Year 2011.” Selected by a jury composed of the biggest European magazines in the marine industry, this trophy is a handsome reward for the new Jeanneau model. ... read full story

MS TÛRANOR PLANETSOLAR arrives in the Galapagos Islands

January 25, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

During its circumnavigation of the world entirely without fossil fuels, using only the power of the sun, MS TÛRANOR PlanetSolar is currently visiting the Galápagos Islands. The world’s largest solar boat anchored in the harbour of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, San Cristóbal, today, Tuesday, 25 January 2011, around 9.00 hrs a.m. local time (15.00 hrs UTC). ... read full story

MIPIM 2011: Investment takes centre stage

January 25, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

A key trend at MIPIM 2011: investors and financial institutions such as AG Real Estate, GE Capital Real Estate, Pramerica and Unicredit Group-Hypovereinsbank are joining the ranks of MIPIM exhibitors. This is a positive sign of investor willingness to seek greater visibility at the MIPIM and reflects a more active strategy from investors as they... ... read full story

Official Dates of the 34th Americas Cup Released

January 25, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 2013 race dates for the Louis Vuitton Cup and America’s Cup Match (Finals) were confirmed today by Regatta Director Iain Murray. ... read full story

Superyacht KAORI to the Rescue

January 25, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The sailing superyacht KAORI came to the aid of a small sailing yacht in distress off Hobart, Tasmania, Australia the Mercury reported yesterday.  The 38.1 meter Palmer Johnson S/Y Kaori left Hobart at 6am yesterday, where she has been admired by locals since she arrived on January 13, but took an unexpected detour in response to a... ... read full story

Introducing the 135 ft Hargrave Tri-Deck Motor Yacht DREAMER

January 25, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Hargrve have their largest model to date, the flagship 135 ft Hargrave Tri-Deck Motor Yacht DREAMER. Superyacht Dreamer has been built in Epoxy composite GRP. She was launched in 2010, by the Ned Ship Group in Turkey for Hargrave. M/Y DREAMER features an exterior yacht design by Orhan Celikkol. Dreamer accommodates up to thirteen guests... ... read full story

The Devonport ONE TEN Superyacht Design by Redman Whiteley Dixon

January 25, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Designed by Redman Whiteley Dixon to maximise the potential of the proven Devonport 96 m motor yacht platform, the Devonport ONE TEN superyacht design concept provides extensive accommodation within a striking and timeless exterior design. ... read full story

The Russian President Dmitry Medvedev and Superyacht SIRIUS

January 24, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

 According to reports here, the Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has organised the Turkish built 53m Proteksan-Turquoise superyacht SIIUS (formerly Leo Fun) to act as a venue in hosting VIPs and world leaders during winter Sochi Russian Winter Olympics. According to the report the explorer type superyacht, which is presently called Leo Fun, will be renamed... ... read full story

3rd “La Belle Classe Superyachts” Symposium Monaco 2011

January 24, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

International yachting professionals gathered at the Yacht Club de Monaco for the 3rd “La Belle Classe Superyachts” Symposium. They discussed various issues in the superyacht industry and reflected on the market of 2010, as well as looked forward to likely future developments in the superyacht industry. Rationalisation beckons in 2011 Monaco, 20 January 2011: under the... ... read full story

Lazzara Yachts Partners with The Crest Group

January 24, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Lazzara announced it has received a capital investment from The Crest Group LLC. Lazzara Yachts, a privately held company, is the worldwide leader in semi-custom pleasure yachts from 50’-130’. Built in Tampa, FL, Lazzara has continued to be on the leading edge of design and innovation in the yachting world. ... read full story

Boat Asia 2011 expands to Marina Bay

January 24, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

TMX Show Productions, the producer of Boat Asia, will be expanding the show beyond Keppel Bay for the first time. Running concurrently with the main Boat Asia at Keppel Bay, the new show will be held from May 12-15 at The Promontory@Marina Bay, which is located next to Marina Bay Sands. ... read full story

2011 Audi MedCup Circuit: “Audi Sailing Team powered by ALL4ONE” announce sponsorship and sailing yacht

January 24, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Franco-German team, managed by Jochen Schümann, becomes “Audi Sailing Team powered by ALL4ONE”, following a new three-year agreement reached with title partner Audi. The team have confirmed the build of a new TP52 in Sydney, with which they aim to finish among the podium positions on both the Audi MedCup Circuit and at TP52 World Championship. ... read full story

Moonen Shipyards complete refit of the Moonen 52 Trojan, launched in 1988.

January 24, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Moonen Shipyards in the Netherlands has successfully completed the refit of the Moonen 52 Trojan motor yacht, originally launched in 1988. Having already enjoyed both the experiences and results of an earlier refit at the yard, the owner of the Moonen 52 Trojan, decided to return to Moonen for a wide range of work. ... read full story

ICON Yachts Superyacht Baton Rouge nominated finalist World Superyacht Awards 2011

January 24, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The magnificent 63 metre ICON Yachts’ superyacht, Baton Rouge, has been nominated as a finalist for the World Superyacht Awards of 2011.  Please go here for high res yacht images of Baton Rouge. Boat International Media revealed the nominations list for the World Superyacht Awards 2011. The awards will take place on the 7th May 2011 in... ... read full story

Superyacht Jasmin II – a Cizgi Explorer Yacht

January 24, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The Cizgi Yachts of Turkey are currently building the 42 meter yacht “Jasmin II”, which is to be launched in around 160 days in the Mediterranean. Superyacht JASMIN II is a new modern 42 meter explorer style motor yacht which was esigned by Vripak and is currently under construction at the Cizgi Shipyard in Turkey.... ... read full story

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