2011 December

News Archive

U-Boat Worx provides super-rich Arabs with $1m superyacht submarines

December 16, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Dutch company U-Boat Worx is providing super-rich Arabs with its range of superyacht private submarines. ... read full story

World Superyacht Awards 2012 moves to Turkey

December 16, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

World Superyacht Awards 2012 moves to the magic city of Istanbul in Turkey. ... read full story

Brand new 42m motor yacht BaiaMare by Nedship for Sale with Major Price Reduction

December 15, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 2011 launched 42m superyacht BaiaMare has announced a major price reduction just in time for the holidays! The brand new 42m MY BaiaMare, which was launched by Ned Ship Group on Monday the 11th of July in Antalya, Turkey has reduced her asking price from 12.9 M€ to new rate of 11.7 M€. The... ... read full story

New Strand Craft 39′ Coupé mega yacht tender by Bo Zolland

December 15, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Strand Craft introduces its new 39 foot coupé mega yacht tender designed by the well known artist, Bo Zolland. ... read full story

6th 23m Motor Yacht from Laky Verf series designed by Guido de Groot

December 15, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Laky Verf shipyard has recently presented the sixth motor yacht from its 23 meter series, designed by Guido de Groot. ... read full story

Breedendam MTB Fourzero super yacht tender by Guido de Groot

December 15, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Breedendam yachts in partnership with Guido de Groot presents a new Breedendam MTB Fourzero yacht tender. ... read full story

Jongert 3900 Lucia M superyacht designed by Guido de Groot – 2011 ISS Design Awards Finalist

December 15, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Jongert 3900 super yacht Lucia M designed by Guido de Groot has been listed as the 2011 ISS Design Awards Finalist. ... read full story

First Images of the 27.50m Motor Yacht Intec Marine 90 Hybrid designed by Guido de Groot

December 15, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Dutch designer Guido de Groot unveils the first images of the 27.50m motor yacht Intec Marine 90 Hybrid. ... read full story

Motor Yacht Marathon 90 concept by Derecktor Shipyards

December 15, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Motor yacht Marathon 90 is a stunning expedition yacht by American shipyard Derecktor. ... read full story

Motor yachts Derector 60, Derecktor 75 and Derector 80 – new design concepts by Azure Naval Architects

December 15, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

American Derecktor shipyard in partnership with Azure Naval Architects presents three stunning yacht designs: motor yachts Derecktor 60, Derecktor 75 and Derecktor 80. ... read full story

27m sailing yacht Maxi Dolphin MD90 by Harry Miesbauer

December 15, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

27m luxury sailing yacht Maxi Dolphin MD90 is a yacht concept by world-known designer Harry Miesbauer. ... read full story

Future’s fastest 100ft cruiser – 30.48m MAXI DOLPHIN FC 100 yacht by Finot Conq

December 15, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

30.48m sailing yacht Maxi Dolphin FC 100 is a new yacht concept by French naval architects Finot Conq. With her launch scheduled for 2013, she will be the fastest 100ft cruiser built to date. ... read full story

Riva´s ISEO and AQUARAMA yacht tenders in two important international events in December

December 15, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Riva presents its two yacht tenders: ISEO and AQUARAMA in two important international events in December: the Millionaire Fair in Amsterdam and the Montecarlo exhibition ´Lo Stile Italiano.´ ... read full story

World Yacht Racing Forum´s optimism for yacht racing industry

December 15, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Speaker of the World Yacht Racing Forum expressed their optimism for yacht racing industry despite difficult economic context. ... read full story

2011 Asia Superyacht Rendezvous to start tomorrow

December 15, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Superyachts and Phuket are like a match made in heaven and for over a decade Superyachts have streamed into Phuket to enjoy the Asia Superyacht Rendezvous. Held annually in Phuket, Thailand from the 16th – 18th of December, this elite gathering of Superyacht owners, captains and crew along with invited V.I.P guests celebrate with two... ... read full story

Seychelles Motor yacht Sea Stream – available for the holidays with 15% off!

December 15, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 76ft luxury Ferretti motor yacht SEA STREAM is a fast and sleek crewed charter yacht based in the Seychelles year round. Yacht Seastream is still available for the holidays and is offering an incredible 15% discount! Her Charter rate of €29,000 per week has been reduced to only €24,650 per week + 15% GST... ... read full story

Thierry Martinez wins Yacht Racing Image of the Year 2011, presented by Mirabaud

December 15, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The annual award for the best yacht racing photograph was presented to French photographer Thierry Martinez today at the World Yacht Racing Forum, the annual meeting place for yachting professionals, held in Estoril, Portugal from 13 to 14 December. Forty photographers competed for the title of “Yacht Racing Image of the Year, presented by Mirabaud”,... ... read full story

USA Luxury Golf Yacht Charter Vacations on Motor Yacht Stargazer

December 15, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Starting in 2012, the 180′ motor yacht STARGAZER will be available for luxury golf charter vacations, offering private, unique golf yacht charter itineraries to discerning charter clients in America. STARGAZER USA Luxury Golf Yacht Charter Vacations on motor yacht STARGAZER Golf Charter Yacht Stargazer - Swim ... Guest's Bathroom On Yacht STARGAZER Guest's Cabin On... ... read full story

New P.B. Behage 28.28 Convertible Yacht Concept

December 14, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

PB Behage has created a new 28.28m Convertible motor yacht concept, great not only for private use, but also very suitable for those who wish to offer their yacht for luxury yacht charters. ... read full story

Horizon launches the First Horizon E54 Motoryacht with debut at the 2012 Dusseldorf Boat Show

December 14, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Horizon launches its new luxury motor yacht Horizon E54. She will have her debut at the 2012 Dusseldorf Boat Show. ... read full story

2011 China Yachting of the Year Award

December 14, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

2011 China Yachting of the Year Award was presented in Xiamen International Boat Show, November 4. ... read full story

Christmas Yacht Charter Special for the Caribbean super yacht AXIOMA

December 14, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The stunning and spacious ISA built 47.5m super yacht AXIOMA is now available for Christmas luxury yacht charter vacations for an excellent price of USD 130,000.000 per week plus expenses in the stunning destinations of the Caribbean, Cuba and Belize. ... read full story

METS and SuperYacht Pavilion 2011’s optimism for 2012

December 14, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

METS and SuperYacht Pavilion 2011 exceeded all the expactations with even a higher level of exhibitors and visitors than in 2010. ... read full story

New Abyss Boards water toy that lets you ‘fly’ underwater

December 14, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Recently born watersport company Abyss Boards LLC presents its boat towable board allowing its rider to dive and cruise underwater. ... read full story

Bigger & better Xiamen Boat Show 2011 closed with a great success

December 14, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Xiamen International Boat Show 2011 has reported a big success. ... read full story

Motor yacht Bear Market offering over 50% discount for MIPIM Cannes event charter

December 14, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Motor yacht BEAR MARKET, a 28.27m (92′ 8″) Mangusta (Overmarine) superyacht built in 2003 is available for 2012 event charters in the South of France such as the MIPIM in Cannes. Not only is M/Y BEAR MARKET available for the 2012 Cannes MIPIM, held from the 6th to the 9th of March at the Palais... ... read full story

32nd St. Maarten Heineken Regatta: March 1-4 2012

December 14, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 32nd edition of the St.Maarten Heineken Regatta is only four months away and organizers are in full preparation for what is expected to be another extraordinary event in the Caribbean. Entries are already pouring in for the St.Maarten Heineken Regatta and with entries such as sailing yacht Le Pingouin, an Open 60 entered by... ... read full story

Azimut-Benetti Groups Business Line Yachts: Yachts, Megayachts and Yachtique

December 14, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Azimut-Benetti Group has taken another step in the organisational restructuring of its commercial and manufacturing operations, as part of the plan launched one year ago with the creation of the three business lines, Yachts, Megayachts and Yachtique, with a new merging of activity. As of 1st of December, the Atlantis brand will be integrated... ... read full story

The use of glass on the 72m motor yacht Stella Maris by Viareggio Superyachts

December 14, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

VSY-Viareggio Superyachts Managing Director Federico Bennewitz, explained how to overcome the technical challenges of using glass as a construction material on the 72-metre superyacht Stella Maris at the latest Super Yacht Design Symposium held in October in Palm Beach. Invited to join the speakers’ panel on “The use of glass on super yachts”, Bennewitz shared... ... read full story

Superyacht Axioma offering a 40% discount for a Christmas yacht charter in the Caribbean!

December 13, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

AXIOMA motor yacht, a 47m superyacht that was built by ISA – International Shipyards – in Ancona, Italy is available for luxury yacht charters in the Caribbean this winter and is offering an exceptional 40% discount for a Christmas charter!! M/Y AXIOMA is available from 19th until 28th December at the special weekly rate of... ... read full story

Superyachts ready for the 2012 RORC Caribbean 600 Race in February

December 13, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The 4th RORC Caribbean 600 Race looks set to stage a David versus Goliath battle in just over two months with a number of superyachts keen to do battle with each other whilst circumnavigating 11 Caribbean Islands, starting and finishing in Antigua.  ... read full story

Princess 32M Superyacht to be exhibited at the 2012 London Boat Show

December 13, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Princess Yachts are set to exhibit the 32m Princess Superyacht at the 2012 London Boat Show and are planning on launching their largest to date superyacht - 40M Princess in Spring 2012. ... read full story

Antigua Yacht Charter Show 2011 – Winners of the Yacht Hop & Chef’s Competition

December 13, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

During an excellent reception at the Admiral's Inn Antigua, the winners of the 2011 competitions were announced and have all received their prices. ... read full story

Newly-launched 30.6m motor yacht EUPHORIA by Horizon Yachts

December 13, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Horizon has launched the fourth superyacht in 2011 - 30.6m luxury motor yacht EUPHORIA. ... read full story

Sea trials start for the 74m GRAFFITI superyacht by Nobiskrug

December 13, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Nobiskrug 74m super yacht Graffiti has set off for her sea trials and is due to be delivered in 2012. ... read full story

60m Superyacht KAISER’s interior by Bannenberg & Rowell

December 13, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The luxurious and very elegant ´German-style´ interior of the Abeking & Rasmussen 60m super yacht Kaiser was designed by world-renowned Bannenberg & Rowell. ... read full story

Pendennis Palma facility celebrates its first quarter’s success

December 13, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Pendennis facility in Palma de Mallorca has reported a big success in its first quarter, including over six refits such as 55m super yacht Adela, 38m luxury yacht Gloria and sailing yacht Andromeda La Dea. ... read full story

Perth 2011 Sailing World Championships´ Silver for Luke Patience

December 13, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Silver Winner of the Perth 2011 Sailing World Championships has become a young Scottish sailor Luke Patience. ... read full story

“Sensational” southerly to test SOLAS Big Boat Challenge crews in Sydney Harbour

December 13, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The serious countdown to the start of the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race has officially begun, with the SOLAS Big Boat Challenge taking place on Sydney Harbour in Australia today. The SOLAS Big Boat Challenge is traditionally one of the busier days on the Sydney Harbour for spectator vessels. This year the 15 or so... ... read full story

Oceanco motor yacht NATITA offering huge charter discount in the Caribbean

December 13, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Superyacht NATITA (ex ONA, DILBAR 1, DILBAR, Y661) is a 66m Oceanco motor yacht built in 2005. This impressive superyacht is available for charter in the Caribbean this winter and if offering a huge special for charters taking place from the 23rd of December. M/Y Natita’s rates have been reduced from EUR 497,000 per week... ... read full story

Feadship motor yacht Jana available for charter in the Maldives!

December 13, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 46m Feadship Motor yacht JANA is available for charter in the Maldives from mid-December to mid-April. The classic charter yacht JANA measures 46m (152ft) in length and is able to accommodate up to 10-12 guests. Yacht JANA is available for charter at the rate of EUR 110,000 – 120,000 per week plus expenses. The... ... read full story

Nominations Open for 2012 ShowBoats Design Awards in Monaco

December 13, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Nominations for the third annual ShowBoats Design Awards that will take place during The Rendezvous in Monaco on June 22, 2012 are now open. The ShowBoats Design Awards is an exciting addition to a four day program of events for superyacht owners at the glamorous heart of superyachting in Monaco. Guests of The Rendezvous and... ... read full story

69m Sailing Yacht C2227 Sold – The first in the Perini Navi 69m Superyacht Series

December 13, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Perini Navi Group has closed the year 2011 on a positive note with the signing of a sales contract on a new 69m sailing yacht hull C2227. Three contracts signed by the Perini Navi Group in 2011 including the newest 69m superyacht and two 60m sailing yachts signed last summer. The new 69m yacht... ... read full story

STAR Capital acquires Blohm & Voss’ civil business from ThyssenKrupp

December 12, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

STAR Capital Partners has reached an agreement with Thyssen Krupp to acquire Blohm & Voss´ civil business. ... read full story

Port Adriano´s Shopping Area offers New Brands

December 12, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Port Adriano offers new brands in its shopping area designed by Philippe Starck. ... read full story

Royal Southern Yacht Club’s inaugural Biscay 2012 Offshore Race open for entries

December 12, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The inaugural Biscay 2012 Offshore Race organised by Royal Southern Yacht Club is open entries. ... read full story

New Fincantieri 99m Motor Yacht XVINTAGE by Stefano Pastrovich

December 12, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Italian builder Fincantieri presents its new 99m super yacht Xvintage. ... read full story

Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy at World Yacht Racing Forum

December 12, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 2011 World Yacht Racing Forum and Yacht Racing Design & Technology Symposium will be attended by the Chief Executive of the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy (WPNSA), John Tweed to discuss about the key topics from the yacht racing world. ... read full story

Westport’s Ninth 164´ Motor Yacht LEGACY (hull 5009) launched

December 12, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The American Yard Westport has launched the ninth hull from its 164 series - 50m motor yacht LEGACY. ... read full story

The World’s First Zero Carbon ´Emax Super Marine 45´ Superyacht Tender by Sauter Carbon Offset Design

December 12, 2011

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

SCOD, the Sauter Carbon Offset Design has presented its new world´s first zero carbon Emax Super Marine 45 superyacht tender. ... read full story

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