2012 May

News Archive

Korea International Boat Show 2012 to start in two days

May 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Starting on May 30, the 5th edition of the Korea International Boat Show will provide its visitors with a rich program and a huge range of events, not missing 139 yachts as well as boats on display. ... read full story

40m superyacht ZanZiba by Archipelago Yachts offered for sale

May 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Nearing her completion at the Archipelago Yachts in Turkey, the 40m superyacht ZanZiba is a spectacular modern classic vessel, offered for sale at a very competitive price of €7.9 million. ... read full story

2012 Samui Regatta: Past-winners come back to defend their victory

May 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The fabulous Samui Island in Thailand will play host to the 11th edition of the Samui Regatta, taking place from May 26 to June 2, with participation of the largest vessel competing in this popular Asian race, the 90ft superyacht Genuine Risk, designed by respected Dubois Naval Architects. ... read full story

Extreme Sailing Series™ Act 3 in Istanbul to start in two weeks

May 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The teams competing in the Extreme Sailing Series will meet once again on June 7 to race in Act 3 of this popular race, hosted once again by fabulous Istanbul. ... read full story

H2 designed Reverse Bow motor yacht BILGIN 132 by Bilgin Yachts launched

May 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Built by the respected Turkish shipyard Bilgin Yachts and designed by well known studio H2 Yacht Design, the 40m reverse bow luxury motor yacht Bilgin 132 has been recently launched. This dramatically beautiful vessel offers luxurious accommodation to 10 guests. ... read full story

Attractive After Sales Service by Drettmann Yachts

May 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

From washing to expert engine servicing, the exclusive after sales service by Drettmann Yachts provides its customers with a wide variety of services. ... read full story

Superyacht design concepts by Claydon Reeves on display in London

May 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Taking place from May 15th to August 15th, the prominent UK-based design studio Claydon Reeves is showcasing its latest superyacht concepts in London, including the Cosmos superyacht as well as the 70m megayacht Caspian. ... read full story

Two new 41.6m and 37m motor yachts by Rodriguez Yachts

May 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Both designed by Canti & Associati, the 41.6m and 37m Rodriguez all-aluminium superyachts have been recently ordered by customers from Lebanon and Europe. The 41.6m Rodriguez luxurious vessel provides 12 guests with maximum comfort in 5 lovely cabins, while the 37m Rodriguez stunning vessel offers 4 beautiful cabins to a total number of 9 guests. ... read full story

Auckland to benefit from superyacht development

May 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Westhaven side of the Wynyard Quarter in Auckland, New Zealand will see six new superyacht berths Silo Marina, bringing more than 200 jobs, along with growth in regional GDP. ... read full story

46m Rossinavi superyacht 2 Ladies (hull FR025) launched

May 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

May 26 saw the launch of the 46m Rossinavi luxury motor yacht 2 Ladies (hull FR025) from its Viareggio shipyard. This wonderful vessel comfortably accommodates 12 guests in 10 beautiful cabins. ... read full story

2012 Sanctuary Cove Boat Show: Rower Andrew Abrahams beats the world record

May 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The final day of the 24th edition of the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show saw the famous rower Andrew Abrahams breaking the record of Nigel Gower at the Million Meter Row. ... read full story

Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race: Race 11 – Day 13: Gold Coast Australia wins

May 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Australian team Gold Coast Australia has become the overall winner of the Race 11 in the Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race, followed by Visit Finland taking the second place, while De LageLanden placed third. ... read full story

39th Trofeo Conde de Codo: Azzurra shares victory with Quantum

May 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The first event of the 52 Super Series, the Trofeo Conde de Codo has been won by two teams, Audi Azzurra as well as Quantum. Both teams are now preparing for the Audi Sardinia Cup, taking place in the fabulous yacht charter location Porto Cervo in Sardinia next month. ... read full story

Sanctuary Cove Boat Show 2012: Day 2 – Great Sales, Great Turnout

May 26, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Another successful day for the 24th edition of the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, despite the rainy weather. The second day of the show has once again met all the expectations of the organisers as well as exhibitors. ... read full story

39th Trofeo Conde de Godo: Day 3 – Azzurra sailing better

May 26, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Audi Azzurra Sailing Team shares overall lead with Quantum Racing after Day 3 of the 39th edition of the Trofeo Conde de Godo. ... read full story

Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race: Race 11 – Day 12: Ultimate podium battle

May 26, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race fleet started their ultimate battle on Day 12 of Race 11 from Panama to New York, with Gold Coast Australia currently in the lead. ... read full story

H2 Yacht Designed 71m Motor yacht ‘AGAT’ in build by Sevmash

May 25, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Motor yacht AGAT is a 71m project currently under way by the well known design studio H2 Yacht Design and under build at the Russian shipyard Sevmash, due to be launched in 2012. ... read full story

82m motor yacht Project Graceful by Blohm and Voss

May 25, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Project Graceful superyacht is a 82m luxury vessel currently under construction at Blohm + Voss in Germany with interior and exterior by H2 Yacht Design. ... read full story

Motor Yacht 2 Ladies to be launched by Rossinavi tomorrow

May 25, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Rossinavi is ready launch their 46 m luxury motor yacht 2 Ladies (Two Ladies), accommodating 12 guests in utmost in luxury and comfort, with interior designed by Tommaso Spadolini. ... read full story

Azzurra shares overall lead with Ran at the 52 Super Series

May 25, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Audi Azzurra Sailing Team scores the overall first place with Ran on the second day of the 39th Trofeo Conde de Godo' - first event of the newly-created 52 Super Series. ... read full story

Dutch marine company Ship Motion Group BV launched

May 25, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Ship Motion Group BV is a new marine industry company established by two former key members of Amartech BV, Jan Bruggeman and Wouter Kloppenburg. The company offers the following services as of March, 2012: Ship Motion Design BV Involved in custom designing and development of complete motion systems for larger yachts as well as special... ... read full story

Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race: Race 11 – Day 11: Panama to New York

May 25, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

24 hrs of excitement for 10 sailing yachts competing in the Clipper 11-12 Round The World Race with just ten miles separating Gold Coast Australia and Visit Finland, the first and the second place rivals. ... read full story

Images of the new 46m Vulcan yacht by Vicem Yachts

May 25, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Photos of the new Vicem motor yacht Vulcan 46 currently under construction at the Turkish shipyard with the launch due next month. The 46m Vulcan superyacht will also be present at the upcoming Monaco Yacht Show in September. ... read full story

180m motor yacht Project Azzam by Lurssen

May 25, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Presumed to be 180 metres and called mega yacht Project AZZAM, the Lurssen yacht will be the world's largest luxury yacht when launched. ... read full story

New research by Yachting Pages: Internet access aboard superyachts is now better than ever

May 25, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The recent survey of the prestigious directory for superyacht industry, Yachting Pages, revealed that internet access on board superyachts is not only better than ever, but also still more and more used by superyacht captains as well as crew. ... read full story

ASMEX 2012: Solutions for industry

May 25, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

To provide solutions as well as opportunities for industry in the current economic climate was the main aim of this year's ASMEX conference, running from May 22 to 23 in Sanctuary Cove. ... read full story

2012 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show: Day 1 – Strong attendance

May 25, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It was a very successful first day for the 24th Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, with visitor numbers up in comparison to the previous years. This popular show lasts until 27th May. ... read full story

39th Trofeo Conde de Godó: Two bullets and a second place for Audi Azzurra Sailing Team

May 25, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Running from May 23rd to 27th, the Trofeo Conde de Godó 2012 spectators saw a very successful start of the Audi Azzurra Sailing Team, taking second place and scoring two bullets. ... read full story

Luxury yacht Wider 42’ Cote D’Azur Edition on display at the 70° Grand Prix of Formula 1 in Monaco

May 25, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The well known Italian builder Wider Yachts is currently attending the Monaco Grand Prix of Formula with its luxury motor yacht Wider 42’ Cote D’Azur Edition. This wonderful vessel boasts a special steering wheel, inspired by the world of formula. ... read full story

49m sailing yacht BLUENOSE II by Smith & Rhuland to be fitted with a new C12500 Capstan by Seaway Powell Marine

May 25, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 49m classic superyacht Bluenose II, launched by the Canadian builder Smith & Rhuland in 1963, will be fitted with a new C12500 Capstan developed by Seaway Powell Marine. This extraordinary vessel easily sleeps 12 guests, looked after a crew of 18 professionals. ... read full story

IAG Yachts sold the first 100ft superyacht launched in China – motor yacht Electra

May 25, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A private sea trial organised by the well known Chinese shipyard IAG Yachts for its 100ft luxury motor yacht Electra during the 2012 Hainan Rendezvous was completed with a huge success, receiving a new order for this magnificent vessel. ... read full story

Final Chapter for the 2012 Rolex Volcano Race

May 25, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Leg Two of the 2012 Rolex Volcano Cup was completed with the Yacht Club of St Petersburg's sailing yacht Bronenosec taking 6th place overall as well as 3rd in the mini-maxi category. This lovely Swan yacht is now preparing for the Giraglia Rolex Cup. ... read full story

Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race: Race 11 – Day 10: Ocean Sprint point won by Singapore

May 25, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Day 10 of Race 11 in the Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race saw Singapore winning Ocean Sprint, obtaining one crucial point ... read full story

The overall winner of the Rolex Volcano Race 2012: the 60ft Mini Maxi yacht Jethou

May 25, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The overall victory in the 2012 Rolex Volcano Race has gone to the 60ft yacht Jethou, followed by the 112ft luxury yacht Nilaya taking second place and the Wally 100 superyacht Y3K placing third. ... read full story

Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2012: Kiwis ready for South Pacific Trophy defence

May 25, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

68 yachts have already confirmed their participation in the 29th edition of the Audi Hamilton Island Race Week, with the line up of NZ yachts, ready to defend the South Pacific Trophy won two years ago. ... read full story

Sunseeker Yachts supports New Marine Technology Centre in Dorset

May 25, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

From September 2012, Dorset in the UK will boast a new Marine Technology Centre situated in the Bournemouth & Poole College and supported by the respected UK superyacht builder Sunseeker. ... read full story

Benetti sells the 60m motor yacht Hull FB255 due to be delivered by May 2014

May 25, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Following the popular Hainan Rendezvous, the 60m luxury motor yacht Hull FB255 has been recently sold to an Asian client. Due for completion as well as delivery by May 2014, this Benetti beauty easily sleeps 12 guests in 6 luxurious cabins. ... read full story

46m motor yacht VULCAN by Vicem Yachts to be launched next month

May 25, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The well known Turkish builder Vicem Yachts is supposed to launch the largest vessel from its Vision Line - the 46m (151ft) luxury motor yacht Vulcan - next month. This beautiful vessel offers 6 lovely cabins. ... read full story

Heesen Yachts sell 47m motor yacht Project California

May 24, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Heesen yacht sell the 47 metre luxury superyacht Project California, the ninth yacht in the successful 47m displacement series with exterior lines by Frank Laupman and interior by Bannenberg and Rowell. ... read full story

Cinque Terre and Cote D’Azure yacht charter special aboard open style sport yachts JR and SAMANA

May 24, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

With the European summer upon us, everyone is more energetic and looks forward to long summer days spent cruising on their preferred luxury yacht, sunbathing or swimming in the warm Mediterranean waters, followed by fresh seafood dinners and warm nights filled with entertainment and beach parties. To experience the charter holiday of your dreams, two... ... read full story

The 7th Lürssen Rowing Regatta hosted by Lürssen Yachts on May 11

May 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Vegesack Rowing Club hosted once again five teams competing in the Lurssen Rowing Regatta, running on May 11, 2012. This famous event was also attended by designers from the Terence Disdale as well as Reymond Langton Design offices, along with a few Lürssen employees. ... read full story

Heesen Yachts sells the first superyacht fitted with Hull Vane® – the 42m motor yacht YN 17042

May 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

As the first vessel equipped with Hull Vane to achieve a much more comfortable motion in heavy waves, the 42m luxury motor yacht YN 17042 is a wonderful fast displacement vessel, recently sold by Heesen Yachts and providing beautiful accommodation to 12 guests. ... read full story

The 5th Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta, June 4-9, 2012

May 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Luxurious vessels such as the 53.8m charter yacht Parsifal III or the 57.5m superyacht Twizzle and many others will meet once again to compete in this year's Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta, running from June 4 to 6 and hosted by the prestigious Yacht Club Costa Smeralda, situated in a fabulous yacht charter location - Porto Cervo in Sardinia. ... read full story

Horizon Yachts Received Seventh Consecutive “Best Asian Yacht Builder” Award

May 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Asia Boating Awards 2012 recognized progression as well as growth of the prestigious Taiwan-based shipyard Horizon, having received the 'Best Asian Yacht Builder (15m to 30m)' prize. ... read full story

Singapore Yacht Show 2012 and the 4th Asia Pacific Superyacht Conference a Huge Success

May 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Both the Singapore Yacht Show 2012 as well as the 4th Asia Pacific Superyacht Conference reported even greater success than in the previous years with a higher participation of exhibitors, visitors and yachts at the Singapore Yacht Show and a higher participation of delegates at this year's Asia Pacific Superyacht Conference. ... read full story

31m motor yacht Azimut Grande 105’ presented at the Beirut Boat and Superyacht Show 2012

May 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It was a huge success for the 31m luxury motor yacht Azimut Grande 105, presented for the very first time in Lebanon during this year's Beirut Boat and Superyacht Show, taking place from May 16 to 20 at La Marina Joseph Khoury. ... read full story

Fastmount™ appoints Sugatsune as its new distributor in Japan

May 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

As a part of its expansion strategy into the architectural sector, Fastmount Ltd. has recently appointed Sugatsune as its new distributor in Japan. ... read full story

Rolex Volcano Race 2012: Line Honours Winner becomes the 112ft Superyacht Nilaya

May 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The first vessel to finish the 300-nautical mile course of the 2012 Rolex Volcano Race was the Filip Balcaen’s 112ft superyacht Nilaya, followed by the Claus-Peter Offen’s 100ft sailing yacht Wally Y3K taking second place and the Sir Peter Ogden’s 60ft Mini Maxi yacht Jethou placing third. ... read full story

Official christening of the new Azzurra TP52 yacht by Audi

May 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Yesterday morning, the new Azzurra TP52 yacht by Audi was christened with the bottle of champagne by its godmother, HH Princess Zahra Aga Khan in the prestigious Yacht Club Costa Smeralda. ... read full story

Teak Decking by Barlow Tyrie for the 42.5m McConaghy trimaran yacht Adastra

May 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The UK-based manufacturer of leisure furniture Barlow Tyrie is proud to announce that they have been given an honour to supply teak decking for the 42.5m McConaghy luxury motor yacht Adastra, boasting amazing light weight oak interiors sleeping 9 guests and 5/6 crew. ... read full story

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