2014 July

News Archive

New AVALONNE superyacht tender concept by Gray Design

July 25, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Swedish design studio, Gray Design, has proudly unveiled their new Avalonne superyacht tender concept, as part of their Zeus Twelve Gold & White Collection. This superb boat will be available in 2017. ... read full story

New website of revolutionary new support yacht YXT ONE by Lynx Yachts and Diana Yacht Design

July 25, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new website of the highly innovative 24m support yacht YXT ONE by Lynx Yachts and Diana Yacht Design has been launched. The vessel hit the water in Zaandam, the Netherlands, on April 9, 2014. ... read full story

Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup – The ultimate testing ground and showcase for Maxi Yachts

July 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Admired for their speed, power, as well as elegance, Maxi yachts will be once again attending the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup, set to run in the lovely Sardinia yacht holiday destination - Porto Cervo from August 31 to September 6, 2014. ... read full story

Sydney International Boat Show 2014 to open next week

July 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Sydney International Boat Show 2014 will start next week, featuring more than 150 boats on display at Darling Harbour. ... read full story

UCINA planning new international event connected with sea and leisure boating

July 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

UCINA is launching a new international event connected with the sea and with leisure boating, set to run next spring. Designed by the President Massimo Perotti, the program of the event was approved by the Advisory Committee yesterday, on July 23, 2014. ... read full story

Entries now open for Young Designer of the Year Award 2015

July 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Entries are now open for the Young Designer of the Year Award 2015, once again sponsored by the prominent superyacht manufacturer, Oceanco. All entries must be received by 12 midnight on Sunday 10th August 2014. ... read full story

New Numarine motor yacht 78 EVOLUTION

July 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new motor yacht 78 EVOLUTION has been proudly announced by Numarine International from Istanbul, Turkey. The first model is expected to enter production in September 2014, with completion scheduled for February 2015. ... read full story

Phase One of new buildings at Holland Jachtbouw set for completion towards end of 2014

July 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Phase One of the new buildings at Holland Jachtbouw is due to complete towards the end of 2014. They will host the new superyacht projects, including a 46m Tripp sailing yacht. ... read full story

43m sailing yacht ASGARD (ex Hetairos) under refit at Holland Jachtbouw

July 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Holland Jachtbouw is currently working on a major refit of the 43m Abeking & Rasmussen superyacht Asgard (ex Heitairos), beautifully penned by Bruce King. Completion is scheduled for late 2014. ... read full story

New motor yacht CHEOY LEE 150 design by Cheoy Lee and Jon Overing

July 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

New superyacht CHEOY LEE 150 design has been proudly unveiled by Cheoy Lee Shipyards and Jon Overing Yacht Design. This highly efficient, very low maintenance vessel is destined for extended world cruising, being outfitted with ultra reliable machinery and equipment. ... read full story

Boksa 38m luxury yacht concept series

July 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Destined for potential yacht owners, the new 38m luxury yacht concept series has been developed by Boksa Marine Design, a naval architecture, design and engineering firm, based in Tampa, Florida. ... read full story

Launch of Revolutionary Carbon Composite 48M SuperSport motor yacht PJ 265 announced by Palmer Johnson

July 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The launch of the revolutionary carbon composite 48M SuperSport super yacht PJ 265 has been proudly announced by Palmer Johnson from the USA. She features a striking wavepiercing bow that reduces slamming and pitching in head seas at speed. ... read full story

European Institute of Yacht Design – New partner of IMITFair 2014

July 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The European Institute of Yacht Design has recently joined the first international marine interiors trade fair and convention IMITFair 2014 as its new partner. The event has thus gained additional importance as central focal point for the industry. The Institute, involved in a large number of revolutionary projects all around state of the art yacht design, guarantees the visitors of the Marine Interiors Fair and Convention deep insights in central fields of innovation of yacht design. ... read full story

Growing popularity of Singapore as superyacht hub in Asia

July 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

An interview of Yachting Pages with Y H Fang, managing director of leading yacht services company Yachting Singapore, on the growing popularity of the fantastic Singapore yacht holiday location, positioned in Southeast Asia. ... read full story

Gulf Craft motor yacht Majesty 70

July 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Luxury motor yacht Majesty 70 is a superb 22-metre craft, built by the premier Middle Eastern shipyard, Gulf Craft. She offers lovely and comfortable accommodation in 4 cabins with en suite bathrooms. ... read full story

Sale of Mangusta 130 motor yacht MISUNDERSTOOD announced by Overmarine Group

July 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The new branch office of the Overmarine Group - Overmarine Group France - has sold the Mangusta 130 super yacht "Misunderstood". This sporty and elegant vessel can achieve an impressive top speed of over 35 knots. ... read full story

New 50m motor yacht S501 project by Tankoa Yachts

July 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new 50m semi-displacement motor yacht S501 project has been proudly introduced by Genoa-based shipyard, Tankoa Yachts. The vessel has been superbly penned by acclaimed Francesco Paszkowski. ... read full story

Video: AB116 super yacht ECRIDER by AB Yachts – Fipa Group

July 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Video introducing the AB116 luxury yacht ECRIDER by AB Yachts - Fipa Group. Entirely designed by the yard's in-house team, she offers comfortable accommodation in 4 lovely cabins. ... read full story

Photos from construction of new bow section for Heesen motor yacht SEVEN SINS at Balk Shipyard

July 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Progress update on the construction of the new bow section for the 41m Heesen charter yacht SEVEN SINS at Balk Shipyard. ... read full story

Delivery of second PJ170 motor yacht BLISS by Palmer Johnson

July 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The brand new 52,4-metre super yacht BLISS has been recently delivered to her Owner by Palmer Johnson. Her beautiful interiors by Nuvolari Lenard can comfortably sleep 10 guests in total. ... read full story

New 108ft Baltic sailing yacht WinWin equipped with Retractable Propulsion System by Ship Motion Group

July 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

New 108ft Baltic super yacht WinWin has been equipped with the Retractable Propulsion System, designed, produced and installed by Ship Motion Group. This reduces propeller drag in the quest for the highest possible performance when sailing. ... read full story

Video: 42m motor yacht THE BIG BLUE in New Zealand

July 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video interview with the Mayer family – the owners of the 42m Troy expedition yacht The Big Blue (ex Imbros) - on why they recommend the beautiful New Zealand yacht holiday location as a cruising destination for superyachts. ... read full story

New CEO for Trimline Yacht Interiors

July 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Andrew Richards has become a new Chief Executive Officer of Trimline Yacht Interiors, based in Southampton, UK. The company has participated in such important projects as the refit of the 65m mega yacht SHEMARA. ... read full story

Re-launch of 105ft Horizon motor yacht QUEEN GRACE

July 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The beautiful 105-foot Horizon super yacht Queen Grace has been recently re-launched by her home yard, following a refit. This included her yearly haul, maintenance and a number of updates. ... read full story

Team Australia withdraws from 35th America’s Cup

July 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The America’s Cup official Challenger of Record, Team Australia, has withdrawn from the 2017 regatta. The Australian syndicate, represented by Hamilton Island Yacht Club, made the announcement on Saturday, July 19, 2014. ... read full story

Expanded capabilities for yacht owners on offer at Karpaz Gate Marina

July 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Karpaz Gate Marina's boatyard provides yacht owners with the East Mediterranean’s leading facility, when it comes to major repairs on their superyachts as well as refit projects. ... read full story

Derecktor Florida working on extensive refit of 131’ Heesen motor yacht MIRAGE

July 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Measuring 131 feet in LOA, Heesen charter yacht Mirage is currently undergoing a major refit at Derecktor Florida. This will include a complete interior and mechanical renovation. ... read full story

Greece Yacht Charters aboard 54m (178’) Luxury Yacht STARFIRE

July 22, 2014

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Discover the top ten Greece yacht charter destinations aboard the fabulous STARFIRE superyacht in the Mediterranean this summer. Starfire yacht is a spacious and luxurious vessel, with elegant accommodation to 12 charter guests. ... read full story

SO! DALIAN 2014 Wrap Up

July 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The very first edition of SO! DALIAN has been a huge success. The event was hosted by DongGang Marina, one of the newest yacht facilities in the fantastic China yacht rental location. There was an amazing collection of 45 yachts on display. ... read full story

Dun Laoghaire Marina in Ireland welcomes two luxury superyachts

July 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Dun Laoghaire Marina, a fantastic Ireland yacht holiday destination, has recently hosted two luxury vessels: the 46m Pendennis superyacht Christopher, as well as the 28m Ta Chiou Chou luxury yacht First Light (ex Cabochon). ... read full story

Steward McIntyre to step down as Managing Director of Sunseeker

July 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

British luxury yacht manufacturer, Sunseeker, has announced that Stewart McIntyre will step down as Managing Director at the end of July 2014. In the interim, Wanda Group has endorsed the appointment of Robert Braithwaite, founder of Sunseeker, as Acting President of the company. ... read full story

Launch of new 88,5m motor yacht ‘Y710’ at Oceanco

July 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Oceanco from the Netherlands has launched the breath-taking 88,5m super yacht Project Y710, following the recent delivery of Y709 mega yacht Equanimity. ... read full story

Launch of Admiral Impero 37 motor yacht NONO

July 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Built by Admiral to a design by Luca Dini, the brand new Impero 37 super yacht NONO has been recently launched by The Italian Sea Group. This superb vessel can comfortably sleep its guests in 5 well appointed cabins. ... read full story

New Palmer Johnson 48M SuperSport Yacht unveiled for the first time

July 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The brand new Palmer Johnson 48M SuperSport superyacht has recently left her shed. She represents the largest carbon composite vessel built to date. ... read full story

Update on latest adventures of Claasen sailing yacht LOUISE

July 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Following her maiden voyage to Brazil in the autumn of 2013, Claasen luxury yacht Luoise has since spent the following months in the breath-taking Antarctica yacht charter location and Patagonia. ... read full story

METS 2014: Monte Carlo Yachts President Carla Demaria announced as keynote speaker at Breakfast Briefing

July 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

As announced by Amsterdam RAI, Carla Demaria, President of Italian luxury yacht brand Monte Carlo Yachts, will be the keynote speaker at the prestigious Breakfast Briefing, held during the upcoming METS 2014 in November. ... read full story

IMS Shipyard to announce official opening date for its IMS 700 site at Monaco Yacht Show 2014

July 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

As announced by the IMS Shipyard, they will unveil the official opening date for their new IMS 700 site during the upcoming Monaco Yacht Show 2014 in September. This will make the company the largest yacht repair shipyard in the Mediterranean. ... read full story

The final day of racing at Panerai British Classic Week 2014

July 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Panerai British Classic Week 2014 has concluded in a spectacular style, with the overall victory for Christine and Giovanni Belgrano’s sailing yacht Whooper. The 2015 race will run from July 18 to 25. ... read full story

VanDutch USA announces opening of new Factory Direct VanDutch Center Naples

July 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The official opening of the new Factory Direct VanDutch Center Naples has been announced by VanDutch USA. The company is currently working on the construction of the new VanDutch 75 yacht, set to be available at the end of 2014. ... read full story

Luxury motor yachts to be displayed by Princess Yachts International at Cannes Yachting Festival 2014

July 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Princess Yachts International will be attending the next Cannes Yachting Festival, displaying a wide range of luxury vessels. Luxury motor yacht S72 and superyacht Princess 88 will make their European debut during the event. ... read full story

Delivery of new Princess 40M motor yacht SOLARIS

July 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Princess Yachts has recently handed over the all-new Princess 40M charter yacht SOLARIS. This striking vessel offers deluxe accommodation to up to 12 charter guests in the lovely interiors designed by Mark Berryman. ... read full story

Photos and video from launch of Logica 147/01 motor yacht ‘My Logica’

July 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Photos and video from the launch of the all-new Logica 147/01 super yacht ‘My Logica’, which took place in Italy's Viareggio on May 21, 2014. ... read full story

Sunseeker International announces new 51m motor yacht ‘168 Sport Yacht’

July 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new 51m super yacht ‘168 Sport Yacht’ has been proudly unveiled by Sunseeker International as their largest project to date. Due to be delivered in 2017, this superb vessel represents an exciting combination of performance, looks and space. ... read full story

ADMIRAL delivers 35m luxury yacht FOAM

July 19, 2014

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Luxury yacht FOAM has been delivered to her Owner by the prestigious Italian shipyard ADMIRAL - The Italian Sea Group. FOAM yacht features traditional design with modern styling. ... read full story

Motor Yacht VOLPINI (ex Larissa) re-launched by AMELS

July 19, 2014

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Luxury super yacht VOLPINI has been release after an extensive refit at the renowned Dutch yacht building and refit facility, AMELS. ... read full story

Panerai British Classic Week 2014: Day 5

July 18, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Long Inshore Race was part of Day 5 of the currently running Panerai British Classic Week 2014. The whole fleet sailed the same course, which took the yachts out into the Eastern Solent for 25 miles of sailing in a 8-12 knot southeasterly breeze. ... read full story

The annual British Marine Federation (BMF) Conference

July 18, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The annual British Marine Federation (BMF) Conference took place in Liverpool earlier this week, as part of the International Festival of Business 2014. The theme of the two-day event was ‘How to grow your business’. ... read full story

PSP Southampton Boat Show 2014, September 12 – 21

July 18, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's 46th edition of the annual PSP Southampton Boat Show will run from September 12 to 21, providing its visitors with a wide range of exciting attractions, exhilarating experiences, as well as world-class boats. ... read full story

Jarrett Bay Boatworks unveils new 88’ motor yacht Hull #62

July 18, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The new 88’ super yacht Hull #62 has been officially announced by Jarrett Bay Boatworks from the USA. Her construction is expected to begin in September 2014. ... read full story

Video from launch of Azimut 77S Yacht

July 18, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Video from the launch of the brand new Azimut 77S yacht, published by Azimut Yachts from Italy. Designed by Stefano Righini, this superb vessel will make its world debut at the 2014 Cannes Yachting Festival in September. ... read full story

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