2012 January

News Archive

Princess 40M Yacht Concept by Princess Yachts

January 09, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The UK luxury yacht builder, Princess Yachts presents its 40M Superyacht concept, offering accommodation to 12 guests in complete privacy, with separate quarters for up to eight crew. ... read full story

The Rolex Sydney Hobart handicap victory for Stephen Ainsworth´s 63´ LOKI yacht

January 09, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Stephen Ainsworth´s 63´ yacht Loki, built by the well-known yard McConaghy Boats and designed by a world-renowned Reichel Pugh design studio has won the historic Tattersall´s Cup at the 2011 Rolex Sydney Hobart yacht race. ... read full story

New tourism opportunities in Bimini thanks to the return of the Legendary Big Game Club

January 09, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

One of the Bahamas 700 islands, Bimini, brings a lot of new tourist opportunities, thanks to the successful re-opening the historic 51-room finishing resort, the Big Game Club. ... read full story

Fairline’s Latest Motor Yacht Squadron 78 Custom at 2012 London Boat Show

January 09, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The latest luxury motor yacht Squadron 78 Custom by Fairline, featuring an updated flybridge is making her debut at the 2012 Tullett Prebon London Boat Show. ... read full story

Azimut Yachts nominated for the Motor Boat of the Year Awards 2012

January 09, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Italian yacht builder, Azimut is proud to annonce that four of their yachts are nominated for this year´s Motor Boat of the Year Awards: Azimut 45 and Magellano 50 in the category "Flybridge Up to 55 ft.", Azimut 64 in the category "Flybridge Over 55 ft." and Azimut 88 superyacht in the "Custom Yachts" category. ... read full story

New Website launched by Oceanco on 1st January 2012

January 09, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Dutch luxury yacht builder, Oceanco is proud to announce the launch of their new website. ... read full story

Oyster announce two new sailing yacht Contracts at 2012 London Boat Show

January 08, 2012

Written by Chelsea Smith

Oyster is delighted to announce the closure of two new sailing yacht Contracts this week, for Oyster 625 sailing yacht (hull 11) and Oyster 54-21. This is a great start to the New Year just as the 2012 London Boat Show opens, and brings the value of Oyster’s order book, for contracts signed in the... ... read full story

MDL Marinas installs green energy solar farm at Ocean Village Marina

January 06, 2012

Written by Mike Smith

MDL Marinas, Europe’s largest marina operator, has forged ahead with its green agenda by installing a substantial 220 panel solar farm at its Ocean Village Marina. The new system is located on top of the six storey Ocean Car Park and is set to generate a whopping 41,500 kWh of free electricity this year –... ... read full story

Megaway 128 motor yacht launched in Singapore

January 06, 2012

Written by Mike Smith

The Megaway 128 yacht, a tri-deck superyacht of LOA 128 feet, has been launched in Singapore. The Megaway 128 superyacht is built to Bureau Veritas (BV) Class, supported by 2 MTU engines, running at 18 knots. A momentous milestone especially for its Managing Director of Megaway Engineering & Trading, Mr. S.L. Ho and their team... ... read full story

Tamara Ecclestone Opens 2012 London Boat Show

January 06, 2012

Written by Mike Smith

GLITZ, GLAMOUR AND LUXURY: TAMARA ECCLESTONE OPENED THE 2012 TULLETT PREBON LONDON BOAT SHOW IN STYLE The 2012 Tullett Prebon London Boat Show was opened this morning at 11am by heiress, model and broadcaster, Tamara Ecclestone, with all the glitz and panache that would be expected from this world-class event. Tamara declared the Show officially... ... read full story

50m Superyacht Project Ventura is sold at Heesen Yachts

January 06, 2012

Written by Mike Smith

Commercial success at Heesen Yachts: The 50m Superyacht Project Ventura is sold at Heesen Yachts. The 50m all-aluminium yacht is due for delivery in 2013.   Heesen Yachts is proud to announce the sale of motor yacht Project Ventura (YN 16050) the third in the new 50m all-aluminium class, the first vessel of which, YN... ... read full story

Fairline Boats Launches New Website

January 06, 2012

Written by Mike Smith

Fairline Boats, a British luxury motor yacht manufacturer, has launched its new website at fairline.com. Easily accessed via tablet or smart phone, the fully re-designed website enables Fairline owners and prospective owners quick access to information, specifications and images of the entire range as well as news, boat show updates and a company timeline that... ... read full story

Motor yacht LEGEND available to charter during the London 2012 Olympic Games

January 06, 2012

Written by Chelsea Smith

London, England will be the centre of the World’s attention in the summer of 2012 when they host the 30th Olympic Games which starts on 27th July 2012. What better way to enjoy the atmosphere and experience the Olympics than from a luxury superyacht? The 2012 Summer Olympic Games, officially known as the “London 2012... ... read full story

Christophe Harbour – new luxury marina and mega yacht harbour on St. Kitts in the Caribbean

January 05, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Christophe Harbour is a new luxury marina and super yacht harbour currently under development and is located on the St Kitts island in the stunning luxury charter destination - the Caribbean. Christophe Harbour is due for completion in 2013. ... read full story

Oliver Winbolt appointed as Head of Marketing at Fairline Boats

January 05, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Fairline Yachts appoint Oliver Wilbolt as the new Head of Marketing following the departure of Miles Moorhouse. ... read full story

Columbus Explorer 200′ yacht due to be delivered in 2014 by Palumbo

January 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Italian shipyard Columbus Yachts present their new 60m luxury motor yacht Explorer 200´, currently in built by Palumbo shipyard in Naples and due to be delivered in 2014. ... read full story

Vripack 97’ Motor Yacht Burger for Burger Boat Company

January 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The renowned Dutch design studio Vripack has created an 97´ super yacht Burger for the US superyacht builder, the Burger Boat Company. She represents a mix of the classic Burger design and Vripack modern style. ... read full story

New catamaran category at the 2012 Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous

January 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 2012 Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous will bring a new catamaran category for catamaran yachts of over 60ft in lenght. ... read full story

YCCS Superyacht Marina Virgin Gorda Debuts New Clubhouse

January 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

YCCS Marina has successfully launched its new Clubhouse, situated in a popular Caribbean yacht charter destination - Virgin Gorda. ... read full story

Boat Asia 2012 celebrates its 20th anniversary

January 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year´s Boat Asia, taking place in Marina at Keppel Bay in April 12-15 will celebrate its 20th anniversary. ... read full story

The Westward Cup 2012 Extends Invitations to Eight Big Class Yachts

January 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Westward Cup 2012 has confirmed the presence of eight beautiful Big Class Yachts competing in the race, such as 55m luxury charter yacht Elena. ... read full story

DLimo and DLimo Drophead Yacht Tenders by Dariel Yacht due to be launched in July 2012

January 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Italian luxury tender builder Dariel Yacht presents its new DLimo and DLimo Drophead yacht tenders, due to be launched in July 2012. ... read full story

DarielUP Yacht Tender Concept by Dariel Yacht

January 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Italian luxury tender builder Dariel Yacht presents its DarielUP yacht tender for 12 passengers. ... read full story

Popular Personalities at the 2012 Tullett Prebon London Boat Show

January 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 2012 Tullett Prebon London Boat Show will bring a wide range of famous personalities to ExCeL London, January 6-15. ... read full story

New 85′ green motor yacht CS 85 by Boksa Marine Design and Custom Steel Boats

January 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Boksa Marine Design and Custom Steel Boats collaborate to create a new green expedition motor yacht CS 85, offering 3 guest staterooms for up to 6 guests. ... read full story

Open Day on board Majesty 125 charter yacht Grenadines III

January 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Luxury Majesty 125 charter yacht Grenadines III was opened to a a selected number of European brokers and their customers on November 23, 2011. This event was organised by the Gulf Craft and its importer for France, Aurora Yachts in co-operation with the owner of the super yacht Grenadines III. ... read full story

5th Majesty 121 Superyacht successfully launched by Gulf Craft

January 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Gulf Craft yard has recently successfully launched the 5th motor yacht from the Majestic 121 series. This stunning vessel offers accommodation to 10 guests in 5 beautiful cabins. She is managed by a crew of 7. ... read full story

70m Sam Sorgiovanni motor yacht for Azzura Yachts

January 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The world-renowned Australian designer Sam Sorgiovanni has developed a 70m luxury motor yacht concept for the Italian yacht builder Azzurra Yachts, offering luxurious accommodation for up to 14 guests. ... read full story

Interior furnishings by LIST, including the 60m Super Yacht Slipstream by CMN

January 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The leading Austrian company LIST has provided a wide variety of private luxury yachts and elegant cruise ships with custom solutions for interior furnishings, such as 60m luxury yacht Slipstream by CMN. ... read full story

A Very Successfull 2011 For Boksa Marine Design

January 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It was a very successfull 2011 for the Boksa Marine Design studio with projects, such as 25m Patrol Craft and expedition yacht CS 85. ... read full story

55m motor yacht GALAPAGOS converted by HYS Yachts into ARK ANGEL Superyacht

January 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Philippine company HYS Yachts has converted the 55m luxury yacht Galapagos into the super yacht Ark Angel. The yacht has been refurbished for the third time and was also previously known as Tiara II, and originally as Taishu Maru yacht. ... read full story

24m Catamaran Yacht Sunreef 80 due to be launched in March 2013

January 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Sunreef Yachts present their 24m catamaran yacht Sunreef 80, due to be launched in March 2013. This stunning vessel will comfortably sleep 9 guests, looked after by a 4-member crew. ... read full story

Royal Docks 2012 offering Superyacht Berths during the Olympic Games

January 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Royal Docks 2012 are offering a unique possibility to have an excellent superyacht berth in central London during the Olympic Games. ... read full story

Photos of motor yachts O’Neiro, Quintessa (ex Anastasia VE) and Bad Girl (ex Chamar) by Ferdinand Rogge

January 03, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Three stunning yachts photographed at three different times around Sporades in Greece by Ferdinand Rogge. ... read full story

33m Luxury Motor Yacht Aicon Navetta 110 by Aicon Yachts

January 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The renowned Italian yacht builder Aicon Yachts has revealed a 33m super yacht Aicon Navetta 110, offering a highly-comfortable accommodation to 10 guests in 5 beautiful cabins, including two double cabins, two twin guest cabins and a full-beam master stateroom. ... read full story

British Sporting Heroes at the 2012 Tullett Prebon London Boat Show

January 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 2012 Tullett Prebon London Boat Show will host a wide range of the British sporting personalities, such as British Sailors Ben Ainslie, Iain Percy & Andrew Simpson; Sprint Kayaker Jess Walker; K1 Slalom Kayaker Huw Swetnam and young British Freestyle Jet Ski champion Jack Moule. ... read full story

Oceanco 95m Indian Empress Superyacht´s Engine Refit by Melita Power Diesel

January 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Melita Power Diesel company has successfully completed a service on the 95m luxury yacht Indian Empress built by a renowned Dutch yacht builder Oceanco. ... read full story

Refit and Paint Job by Melita Marine Group on Lurssen 70m Charter Yacht Martha Ann

January 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Portuguese refit company Melita Marine Group is currently working on refit and paint job of the Lurssen 70m luxury charter yacht Martha Ann, designed by world-renowned Espen Oeino and Francois Zuretti. ... read full story

Pendennis 50m motor yacht Phantom by Reymond Langton Design

January 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Pendennis presents its 50m motor yacht Phantom, featuring elegant and aggressive lines by a famous London-based designer Reymond Langton. ... read full story

Yachting Developments Classic YD63A and Composite YD63B Yacht Tenders

January 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The NZ shipyard Yachting Developments has created YD63A and YD63B yacht tenders, in partnership with Naval Architects Langan Design Associates. ... read full story

50m motor yacht Hull C.120 by Codecasa

January 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Cantieri Navali Codecasa have presented their new 49.90m luxury motor yacht Hull C.120 concept, comfortably sleeping her guests in 6 stunning cabins. ... read full story

48m Motor Yacht Bolici 160 Alloy by Bolici Yachts

January 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Italian shipyard Bolici Yachts presents its 48m luxury motor yacht Bolici 160 Alloy, offering 4 VIP suites and 2 guest suites with en-suite bathrooms, along with a popular Spa Pool, sunbathing area and large spaces for parties and entertainment. ... read full story

I3D – Lighting design studio for luxury super yachts

January 02, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

I3D, inc. is a design studio specializing in lighting design with an architectural background, having created projects for such important yachts as the motor yacht Pacific, super yacht Titan or the stunning new mega yacht Amaryllis. ... read full story

63m green motor yacht Diana Navitas by Diana Yacht Design

January 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Dutch Diana Yacht Design yacht concept - a 63m eco-friendly motor yacht Diana Navitas - is one of the most sustainable and comfortable yachts in her class. ... read full story

Refitted 151′ Charter Yacht Golden Compass debut at the 2012 Dubai Boat Show

January 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Refitted 46m luxury charter yacht Golden Compass built by Picchiotti will have her world debut at 2012 Dubai International Boat Show. This stunning vessel comfortably sleeps up to 12 guests in 6 beautiful staterooms. She is available for charter in such as exotic destinations like Southeast Asia, Indonesia, Bali and new Guinea, or the South Pacific. ... read full story

Nordhavn 76 Motor Yacht Sirius (Hull N7620) Launched

January 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Nordhavn 76 super yacht Sirius (hull N7620) was successfully launched at Ta Shing on December 4th, 2011. This beautiful vessel features 4 stunning staterooms and 5 heads and is expected to cruise in Mexico, Alaska and the South Pacific. ... read full story

2011 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race: Victory On The 14th Attempt

January 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 2011 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race brought an unexpected winner of the coveted line honours trophy, a worthy overall winner and a slow passage home for the smaller yachts. ... read full story

2011 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race: Done And Dusted As Maluka Yacht Brings Up The Rear

January 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Hobart´s Constitution Dock´s ceremony was held on 31th December to award the divisional winners of the 2011 Rolex Sydney Hobart. ... read full story

Windy 31 Zonda sportsboat by Windy Boats

January 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Windy Boats present their 31 Zonda sportsboat, boasting clean striking lines and advanced Hi-Tec production techniques. ... read full story

Record Number of Leading Superyacht Builders at the 20th Dubai Boat Show

January 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 20th Anniversary of the 2012 Dubai International Boat Show will welcome a highest ever number of Superyacht Builders from all over the world, such as Abeking & Rasmussen, AMELS, Benetti, CRN, Feadship, Fincantieri, Heesen Yachts, Lurssen, Oceanco, Sanlorenzo, Trinity Yachts and many others. ... read full story

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