2012 April

News Archive

The number of J-Class Superyachts attending the UK Regattas revised

April 20, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Falmouth Regatta will be finally attended only by the four J-Class superyachts and not the six as expected, without the presence of the sailing yacht Hanuman as well as the charter yacht Endeavour. The latter is supposed to race only in the Solent regattas. ... read full story

ASMEX Conference 2012 to talk about the marine sector´s possibilities in Turkey

April 20, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The ASMEX Conference 2012 will welcome the Business Development Manager for Istanbul´s Austrade, Ozgur Tuna to provide a key presentation about the opportunities of the Turkish market. ... read full story

SL104 motor yacht INDIGO by Sanlorenzo scheduled for delivery in July 2012 almost completed

April 20, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

SL104 luxury motor yacht INDIGO by Sanlorenzo and Francesco Paszkowski is in the final stage of her construction. With delivery to her Russian Owner expected in July 2012, this spectacular vessel is supposed to offer 4 beautiful cabins to a total number of 8 guests. ... read full story

90m motor yacht PROJECT LIGHT by Nauta Yachts

April 20, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The well known design studio from Italy, Nauta Yachts, is proud to unveil its latest project, the 90m luxury motor yacht PROJECT LIGHT. This amazing vessel provides 12 guests with the utmost in the luxury, offering 6 lovely cabins. ... read full story

The new Audi Azzurra Sailing Team TP52 yacht making her debut at the Mapfre Palma Vela

April 20, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The new Audi Azzurra Sailing Team sailing yacht TP52 was put into difficult conditions on the first day of her debut race in the Mapfre Palma Vela Regatta thanks to the challenging weather conditions, finishing in third place. ... read full story

Mapfre Palma Vela Regatta: Day 1 – Consistent Results for Yacht Club of Saint-Petersburg´s Swan 60 yacht Bronenosec

April 20, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Mapfre Palma Vela Regatta marking as debut race for the Russia´s Yacht Club of Saint-Petersburg´s Swan 60 sailing yacht Bronenosec has set quite consistent results with a 5th place in Race One and a 6th place in Race Two in the Mini Maxi Class. ... read full story

TBS partners with the MOD70 circuit and the Multi One Attitude Foundation

April 20, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Three ‘responsible’ collections by the leading clothing as well as footwear brand TBS will be provided for the Multi One Championship, Krys Ocean Race and Race For Water, in a partnership with the Multi One Attitude Foundation and the Multi One Design SA, promoter of the MOD70 circuit. ... read full story

2nd Rolex Volcano Race, May 19-25, 2012

April 20, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The second edition of the Rolex Volcano Race, running from May 19 to 25, 2012 is expecting to host 22 magnificent yachts, competing in this Tyrrhenian Sea race, including the 112´ superyacht Nilaya by Baltic Yachts as well as the 100´ luxury yacht Y3K by Wally Yachts and many others. ... read full story

Reflections on Naples AC World Series

April 20, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

With only one month to go to the Venice AC World Series, it can be said that the AC World Series reached a new level, both on as well as off the water, with great crews racing - the same ones also expected to compete in Venice. ... read full story

The opening ceremony of the 2nd annual Singapore Yacht Show, April 27, 2012

April 20, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The organisers of the 2012 Singapore Yacht Show are delighted to announce that the opening ceremony of this premier show in Asia will take place on April 27 at ONE°15 Marina Club, Sentosa Cove. The superyacht industry will be represented by such prominent shipyards as Feadship, Heesen, Gulf Craft and many others. ... read full story

New superyacht marina at Roscoff, the Bay of Morlaix, France

April 20, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Chamber of Industry and Commerce at Morlaix is proud to present a new superyacht marina at Roscoff, in the Bay of Morlaix in France. This spectacular marina provides 625 berths for all yacht sizes, 50% of which has been already booked. The annual rate for a berth varies from 1,076 euros to 5,709 euros. ... read full story

47m sailing yacht Oiseau Noir concept by Sylvain Viau of SV Design

April 20, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Designed by the French designer Sylvain Viau of SV Design, the 47m luxury sailing yacht Oiseau Noir, a sistership to the 55m superyacht Oiseau Bleu, is an extremely fast cruising vessel, thanks to her powerful hull and a deep bulb keel. ... read full story

Incat Crowther designed 37.5m motor yacht ZENITH (IC0832) launched

April 20, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 37.5m luxury catamaran yacht ZENITH (IC0832) designed by Incat Crowther and constructed by Sabre Catamarans, with the last finishing work by the Austal Service Yard, was launched on April 15th. This beautiful vessel provides 10 guests with luxurious accommodation in 5 beautiful cabins and is managed by a crew of 6. ... read full story

New order for Fitzroy Yachts: the 37.5m sailing yacht FY17 due to be delivered in early 2014

April 20, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 37.5m luxury sailing yacht FY17, currently in built by the prestigious NZ shipyard Fitzroy Yachts, is a magnificent fast cruising sloop, scheduled for delivery in early 2014. Designed by well known Dubois Naval Architects and featuring an interior by Design Unlimited, this beautiful vessel will provide 4 lovely and comfortable cabins. ... read full story

Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race: Day 6 – The Scoring Gate almost reached

April 19, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The sixth day of the Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race brings thrilling racing as tightly packed fleet approaches Scoring Gate. Monster spinnaker wraps for Edinburgh Inspiring Capital and Singapore, while Gold Coast Australia and De Lage Landen strike out in opposite directions. ... read full story

Extreme Sailing Series – Act 2 Qingdao: The Wave, Muscat extends its lead on the penultimate day

April 19, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The Wave, Muscat increased its lead on the 3rd day of the Extreme Sailing Series - Act 2 Qingdao and Ian Williams with his crew move from 5th overall place to the 3rd, raising hopes of the team to get onto the podium for the first time. ... read full story

Excellent charter special on motor yacht NATALIA in the Western Mediterranean

April 19, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

An excellent Palmer Johnson 120 charter yacht Natalia, is currently available for charter in the Western Mediterranean with a special offer of the first 7 day high season booking, confirmed before the end of April accepted at EUR 98,000 per week plus expenses. ... read full story

Sealine South Coast opens its new premises at MDL’s Hamble Point Marina

April 19, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Providing extraordinary facilities as well as locations, the Sealine South Coast company has been attracted by the MDL´s Hamble Point Marina and has recently opened its new premises in this popular UK-based marina. ... read full story

Riviera Yachts reaches 12 sales in 30 days following the return to private ownership

April 19, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Australia-based yacht builder Riviera Yachts has managed to sell 12 yachts only the last month after its return to private ownership. The company is happy to be free of receivership constraints and is currently preparing for its first edition of the Riviera Festival and Boat Show, taking place in May. ... read full story

43m Holland Jachtbouw charter yacht THIS IS US (ex Skylge) – winner of the 2012 St Barth´s Bucket

April 19, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 43m luxury sailing yacht This Is Us (ex Skylge), a winner of this year´s St Bart´s Bucket regatta, is a spectacular schooner, built by Holland Jachtbouw and designed by Andre Hoek. Preparing for the Palma Superyacht Cup in June, this beautiful vessel boasts the perfect layout for charter, providing an owners’ stateroom, VIP suite, two guest cabins as well as generous amount of deck space. ... read full story

Works on the 47m superyacht Sunseeker 155 by Sunseeker Yachts started

April 19, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The prestigious UK shipyard Sunseeker is proud to announce they started the building of their luxury motor yacht Sunseeker 155, due to be completed in December 2013. This beautiful vessel will offer comfortable accommodation to up to 12 guests and a crew of 10. ... read full story

Dubois designed 41m motor yacht CANNES by Saenz Yachts with launch in 2012

April 19, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

41m luxury motor yacht CANNES, nearing her completion by Saenz Yachts, is due to be launched this year. Dubois designed, this magnificent vessel offers 6 luxurious cabins for 13 guests. ... read full story

62m motor yacht MAIDELLE (project Midlandia) by Icon Yachts launched

April 19, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The third in a row, the 62m luxury motor yacht Maidelle (project Midlandia) is another successful launch of the Dutch builder, Icon Yachts. This fabulous vessel boasts exterior by renowned Redman Whiteley Dixon, while her lovely interior is by Cristiano Gatto Design. ... read full story

Vripack designed Ribbon 45 SC yacht tender among the ShowBoats Design Awards finalists

April 19, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Ribbon Yachts is proud to present its luxury Ribbon 45 SC yacht tender designed by renowned Vripack studio as one of the finalists for this year´s ShowBoats Design Awards, in the category ‘Tender Design Awards’. ... read full story

Audi Azzurra Sailing Team with a new TP 52 yacht prepared for the 2012 PalmaVela

April 19, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Racing on a new TP52 class yacht designed by Marcelino Botin and already tested this week in Palma de Mallorca, the Audi Azzurra Sailing Team is ready for this year´s racing season. The crew will be the same as the last year, with the addition of pitman David Vera and Juan Pablo Marcos as mid-bow. ... read full story

The largest number of Chinese Millionaires ever attracted by the 3rd Hainan Rendez-Vous

April 19, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 3rd edition of the popular Hainan Rendez-Vous drew the largest number of Chinese Millionaires ever. With more than 280 companies present at the show, the superyacht industry was well represented by a fleet of 130 yachts, including such spectacular vessels, like the 44m Feadship motor yacht Helix or the 33.5m Horizon luxury yacht Lady Gaga and many others. ... read full story

The Flying Yachts – new and uniquely versatile crafts

April 19, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Canadian company, Flying-Yachts Inc. is currently working on the revolutionary new Flying Yachts - uniquely versatile crafts that fly. These unique vessels provide extensive external deck space as well as vast interior, with the possibility to be configured in multiple ways. ... read full story

The 1st inaugural ANWB Boot Batavia, September 13-17, 2012

April 19, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Hosted by the Royal Dutch Touring Club ANWB, the 1st inaugural ANWB Boot Batavia is an on-water boat show, taking place in the Batavia Harbour from September 13-17, 2012. The visitors to the show will find a combination of newly built boats and used boats, with more than 500 yachts from Dutch as well as international shipyards expected to be on display. ... read full story

The fifth Sanlorenzo SD122 motor yacht SOURAYA successfully launched

April 19, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The prestigious Italian shipyard Sanlorenzo has recently launched its fifth SD122 luxury motor yacht SOURAYA. Built with semi-displacement hull at the builder´s Viareggio shipyard, this magnificent vessel can comfortably sleep up to 10 guests and a crew of 7 professionals. ... read full story

Fitzroy Yachts bought by Babcock to form Babcock (NZ) Ltd

April 19, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Babcock International Group PLC has successfully bought the remaining 30 per cent minority shareholding of its joint venture partner, the NZ superyacht builder Fitzroy Yachts, creating Babcock (NZ) Ltd. The new firm, Babcock (NZ) Ltd has intentions to continue with its ongoing management contract of Devonport Dockyard in Auckland. ... read full story

Abu Dhabi´s Yas Marina launches its new Cruising Club

April 19, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Middle East´s premier marina and Abu Dhabi´s superyacht marina, Yas Marina launches its new Cruising Club this month, with the inaugural cruise to Lulu Island on Friday 27th April. The free of charge boat trip for the berth holders and their friends will be fully assisted by the marina´s team. ... read full story

Yas Marina´s superyacht bookings for the 2012 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix now available

April 19, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Yas Marina in Abu Dhabi now gives the possibility to book superyacht berths for this year´s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, taking place in November. The bookings are available for berths with and without trackside views and for yachts from 10 to 150 metres at rates starting from 10,395 AED (US$2,830) - yachts smaller than 10 metres at minimum rate of 10,395 AED (US$2,830). ... read full story

30th Nautic Show in Porto Montenegro: 1-6 May, 2012

April 18, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The 30th Nautic Show in Porto Montenegro is due to take place from May 1-6, 2012 exhibiting boats of finest brands, as well as nautical, recreational and camping equipment. ... read full story

Benetti launch Delfino 93′ motor yacht AZUL

April 18, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Benetti Yachts announced today the launch for the new Delfino 93' AZUL yacht, the 4th vessel and an entry yacht of the Benetti Class Rage. ... read full story

Extreme Sailing Series – Exciting Wednesday in Qingdao at Halfway Stage of Act 2

April 18, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Great deal of close calls, contacts between boats, penalties and unbelievable amount of false starts (11) from eight races, guaranteed and exciting day 2 of the Extreme Sailing Series 2012 Act 2. ... read full story

Charter special for the 43m CRN luxury motor yacht HANA in the Western Mediterranean

April 18, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Luxury charter yacht HANA is an excellent vessel available for a special price of €135.000 per 8 days instead of 7 days, in the popular Western Mediterranean charter destinations. The special price is valid for the month of June. ... read full story

26m superyacht Navetta 26 by Filippetti Yachts – One of the largest vessels on display at China Boat Show

April 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

One of the largest vessels exhibited at this year´s China International Boat Show will be the luxury motor yacht Navetta 26 launched by Filippetti Yachts in 2010. This beautiful eco-friendly vessel is able to accommodate up to 8 guests in 4 lovely cabins. ... read full story

Newport Boat Show 2012: Exceptional yachts, Jet Pack demonstrations and BMWs

April 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Newport Boat Show 2012, starting tomorrow, will host beautiful large and midsized yachts, Jet Pack demonstrations as well as brand-new 6 Series and 3 Series BMW automobiles. There will be more than 200 yachts on display and the show will offer the West’s largest in-the-water assembly of large yachts for sale. ... read full story

McConaghy catamaran yacht MC²60: speed, luxury and elegance

April 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

McConaghy sailing catamaran yacht MC²60 is a spectacular semi custom high performance catamaran, representing speed, luxury as well as elegance. Constructed in high-tech composites and providing four lovely cabins, this magnificent vessel´s hull #1 will be delivered in September 2012, while the hull #2 in December 2012. ... read full story

Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race: Day 5 – De Lage Landen remains in the lead

April 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

On day 5 of the Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race De Lage Landen maintains lead after gambling on inshore route. Just 29 miles from the scoring gate, the forecasts predict lighter winds. ... read full story

2nd YARE Yacht Refit and After Sales Show announces its agenda of side events

April 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The organisers of the 2nd edition of the YARE Yacht Refit and After Sales Show, running from April 26-29 in Viareggio, Italy has revealed a full agenda of side events presented during the three-day show. The events will be held in two different places: Sala Udina as well as Meeting Room of Club Nautico Versilia. ... read full story

Southampton Harbour Hotel and Spa at MDL’s Ocean Village Marina

April 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

MDL Marinas Group has obtained permission to go ahead with the development of the Southampton Harbour Hotel and Spa at Ocean Village Marina. The new 4/5* hotel will boast 76 bedrooms, spa, gym as well as swimming pool, together with a beautiful restaurant and champagne roof terrace. ... read full story

Dubois designed sailing yacht Tenaz and Alcanara yacht on display at the Port Adriano Show

April 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Pendennis built superyacht Tenaz (ex Desirade 4 and Mamamouchi) and Steve Ward built luxury yacht Alcanara, both designed by renowned Dubois Naval Architects will be on display at the Port Adriano Show, taking place from April 28 to 30, 2012. ... read full story

World Superyacht Awards 2012: Welcome Cocktail at Armaggan and Extended Event Programme

April 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The World Superyacht Awards 2012 is completely sold out as announced yesterday by its organisers. Held on May 5 at Çırağan Palace Kempinski in Istanbul, Turkey, this prominent event offers some new additions to its event programme, including Welcome Coctail at the luxury boutique Armaggan as well as the VIP Tender Service provided by Maxi Doplhin, Alen Yacht and Tansu for the superyacht owners. ... read full story

Australian Compliant Product at the 52nd Annual BIA Melbourne Boat Show

April 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 52nd Annual BIA Melbourne Boat Show, running from July 5 to 9, 2012 at the Melbourne Exhibition centre, will provide visitors with information about 'grey imports and the relationship to boater safety and compliance´ as well as the future of the fishing industry. ... read full story

A luxury full ocean depth submarine by Virgin Oceanic

April 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Designed by Graham Hawkes, the luxury superyacht submarine by Virgin Oceanic is the only piloted craft in the world that has ‘full ocean depth’ capability, providing the unique possibility to explore our oceans. ... read full story

Triton Submarines teams up with Sustainatopia at April´s “Impact and our Oceans 2012” Conference

April 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The US builder of luxury superyacht submarines, Triton Submarines along with Virgin Oceanic will partner with Sustainatopia at the global 1-day conference named “Impact and Our Oceans 2012”, taking place this month. There will be more than 300 speakers and over 800 participants from more than 40 countries. ... read full story

Extreme Sailing Series 2012 Act 2: Austria´s Red Bull Sailing Team in lead

April 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The leading team at the end of the first day of the Act 2 in the Extreme Sailing Series 2012 yacht race in Qingdao, China was Austria´s Red Bull Sailing Team skippered by Roman Hagara with his Olympic partner, Hans Peter Steinacher as tactician. The first day saw six open-water races with four different race winners. Today´s competing starts at 1300 local time. ... read full story

Ingemar participates in development of a new superyacht marina in Jordan

April 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Ayla Oasis Development Company is currently working on a new prestigious residential tourist centre at Agaba on the Red Sea in Jordan. Ingemar participates by designing and constructing the floating structures for a new superyacht marina, which will boast around 300 berths for yachts between 10 and 35m. ... read full story

Purobeach Porto Montenegro opening June 6th

April 17, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Opening on the 6th of June is the new Purobeach in the beautiful Porto Montenegro, offering a 64 square metre pool, day beds, cabanas, Purobeach boutique, plus lounge area with bards and two roof top terraces. ... read full story

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