2014 November

News Archive

Piet Brouwer working on electrical installation on board new sailing yacht Contest 72

November 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Scheduled for delivery in Spring 2015, the new 72-foot luxury yacht Contest 72 by Contest Yachts will feature the entire technical system by Piet Brouwer Electrotechnology. ... read full story

Drettmann Explorer 24 Yacht to feature complete onboard electrical system by Piet Brouwer

November 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Set to be launched in Spring 2015, the all-new Drettmann Explorer 24 superyacht will feature the complete onboard electrical system by Piet Brouwer Technology. ... read full story

Owner of motor yacht GRACE thanks Piet Brouwer Electrotechnology

November 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Henk Koster, designer and owner of the 2004 super yacht Grace said thanks to the Piet Brouwer team for its activities on board his vessel. ... read full story

Update on 34m BN 100 Yacht by Mulder scheduled for delivery in Summer 2015

November 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The construction progress of the 34m Mulder luxury yacht BN100 is on schedule, and most recently the interior fit out has begun. She is set to be delivered in Summer 2015. ... read full story

New sailing yacht SW 94#03 at final building stage at Southern Wind Shipyard

November 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

South African builder, Southern Wind Shipyard, is currently working on the all-new 29-metre super yacht SW 94#03, beautifully designed by Nauta. Her naval architecture is by Reichel Pugh Yacht Design. ... read full story

New sailing yacht SW 102#04 under construction at Southern Wind Shipyard

November 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new 32m super yacht SW 102#04 is presently under construction at Southern Wind Shipyard in Cape Town, South Africa. Scheduled for launch in early Summer 2015, the vessel has been superbly penned by Nauta Design. ... read full story

Esenyacht unveils more details about new 50m Project TAURUS Yacht at Qatar International Boat Show 2014

November 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The currently running Qatar International Boat Show 2014 is being attended by Esenyacht, unveiling more details about their all-new 50m composite super yacht Project Taurus. ... read full story

Delivery of third edition Gamma 20 motor yacht LIBERTAS by Gamma Yachts and Vripack

November 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The brand new Gamma 20 motor yacht LIBERTAS has been successfully handed over to her new Owner - a celebrated opera singer, Andrea Bocelli. The vessel has been superbly designed by world-renowned Vripack. ... read full story

Innovative Platform for Floating Swimming Pool designed by Bellingham Marine

November 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Bellingham Marine has designed and supplied an innovative platform for a floating swimming pool at the 32st Street Marina in Chicago. Managed by Westrec Marinas, this five star City marina can accommodate yachts measuring up to 200ft in LOA. ... read full story

International Superyacht Coatings Conference 2014 First Official Sponsor

November 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Coating Applications Product (CAP) Industrial in the Netherlands has been named as the first official sponsor of this year’s International Superyacht Coatings Conference (ISCC). The event will take place in Amsterdam RAI next month. ... read full story

North Technology Group (NTG) announces acquisition of Future Fibres by Southern Spars

November 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

North Technology Group (NTG) has proudly announced the acquisition of Future Fibres by Southern Spars - a world-renowned Valencia-based company that has recently delivered a giant 75,80m mast to the 60m Perini Navi mega yacht PERSEUS³ (P3, hull C.2218). ... read full story

A unique opportunity for Superyacht visitors to experience Tahitian ‘Art of Dancing’

November 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A unique and first-hand account of ancestral Polynesian culture & arts for visiting Superyachts. A long time Tahiti resident, Etienne Boutin, provides an excellent reporting and suggestions on enjoying and learning about the ancient culture through dance arts. ... read full story

TAHITI YACHT CHARTER: Take Advantage of the Recent Tahiti Charter Tax Drop

November 11, 2014

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Take advantage of the recently reduced Tahiti charter tax, from 12% to 5%, and embark on a spectacular Tahiti yacht charter aboard one of these fantastic yachts. ... read full story

Humphreys Yacht Design – A Wood Forever Pact Partner

November 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Humphreys Yacht Design was as one of the 10 superyacht designers that signed up to the Wood Forever Pact (WFP) by HSH Prince Albert II during the 2014 Monaco Yacht Show. ... read full story

The Yacht Attorney win ‘Yacht Law – Law Firm of the Year in Germany’ award

November 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Yacht Attorney have been successfully chosen as the winner of the 2015 Corporate Intl Magazine Legal Award: ‘Yacht Law - Law Firm of the Year in Germany’. ... read full story

Further Shortlist Success for Hydro Tec by Sergio Cutolo S.r.l in IY&A Awards 2015 with 57m Motor Yacht Explorer

November 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The striking 57m Motor Yacht Explorer by Hydro Tec by Sergio Cutolo S.r.l has been shortlisted to participate in the International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2015 in the 'Yacht Concept over 40 metres' category. ... read full story

Latest photos of Monte Carlo Yachts 86 motor yacht NEVER SAY NEVER

November 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Latest images of the Monte Carlo Yacht 86 super yacht NEVER SAY NEVER from her photo shooting in the beautiful Florida yacht rental location - Fort Lauderdale, following her US debut at the 2014 FLIBS. ... read full story

New 38,25m YN250 Yacht by Hakvoort and Diana Yacht Design

November 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new 38,25m super yacht YN250 is a beautiful vessel, scheduled to be handed over by Hakvoort in 2017. Hakvoort YN250 has been designed by Diana Yacht Design and will comfortably sleep up to 9 guests. ... read full story

The 87th UIM Annual General Assembly hosted by Ibiza, Spain

November 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The beautiful Ibiza yacht rental location, positioned in Spain, has recently played a host to the 87th UIM Annual General Assembly, which crowned the annual meeting week. ... read full story

Tim Delaney to participate in Global Superyacht Forum 2014

November 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Tim Delaney will be one of the speakers at the upcoming Global Superyacht Forum 2014. Tim is the Chairman of advertising agency Leagas Delaney, who recently developed an advertising campaign for mega yacht Solandge. He will be participating in Tuesday 18 November's 'Thinking that Transforms, Change that Inspires' session. ... read full story

Asia Superyacht Rendezvous 2014: Final preparations to welcome Superyachts

November 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Asia Superyacht Rendezvous 2014 is currently preparing for the arrival of Superyachts. From December 16 to 18, the event will officially start with the welcoming cocktail party aboard the legendary charter yacht Silolona. ... read full story

The 13th International Sailing Summit to be streamed live online for the first time

November 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

For the very first time, the upcoming 13th edition of the International Sailing Summit (ISS) will be streamed live online. Viewers can watch the live streaming on the ISS website from from 8am (GMT) on Monday 17 November. ... read full story

Video of JET CAPSULE 2015

November 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video introducing the all-new Jet Capsule 2015 by the Naples-based company, Jet Capsule. This could serve as a tender on a superyacht. ... read full story

Video: 104m Lurssen motor yacht QUANTUM BLUE

November 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the breath-taking 104m Lurssen mega yacht Quantum Blue, while cruising the waters of the Wesser river in Germany on November 7, 2014. The vessel has been superbly penned by Tim Heywood. ... read full story

Video of 150m+ motor yacht to be completed by Mariotti

November 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing a gigantic 150m+ mega yacht in the port of Saloni in Chioggia, Italy before leaving for Genoa to be completed by Mariotti Yachts. ... read full story

Porto Montenegro – A host venue for launch of new motor yacht by Kormaran

November 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Porto Montenegro, a fabulous Montenegro yacht holiday destination, will be a Mediterranean host venue for the launch of the all-new motor yacht by Kormaran. This has been designed to transform across six different configurations, including Mono Hull, Katamaran, Trimaran, Night Mode, Flying Mode and Bathing Mode. ... read full story

Bering Yachts working on new motor yacht Bering 70

November 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Due to be delivered by May 2015, the all-new Bering 70 yacht is currently under construction at new Bering shipyard, located in Antalya’s Free Economic Zone in Turkey. ... read full story

IGY Marinas’ implementation of HavenStar throughout its network of superyacht marinas in the USA, Caribbean and Mexico

November 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

IGY Marinas has deployed the HavenStar technology throughout its network of superyacht marinas in the USA, Caribbean and Mexico. HavenStar represents the ultimate technology in marina management software. ... read full story

Two targets for supermaxi yacht WILD OATS XI over next nine months

November 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The upcoming nine months will see the Bob Oatley’s supermaxi yacht Wild Oats XI participate in the 70th anniversary Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race in December 2014, as well as the Transpac Race from Los Angeles to Honolulu in July 2015. ... read full story

A very successful Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show for Viking Yachts

November 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Viking Yachts attended the 2014 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show with an impressive fleet of 15 yachts on display. These included their flagship 92 Enclosed Bridge Convertible superyacht Scooter, as well as the just launched motor yacht Viking 75. ... read full story

British superyacht design dominates at the 2014 ISS Design Awards

November 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's ISS Design Awards have been a great success for the British design. Superyacht UK member, Redman Whiteley Dixon (RWD), has won the ‘Best Power’ in the 40-65m category and the ‘Best Interior’ across all categories for the luxury yacht Como. ... read full story

Gulf Craft to attend Qatar Boat Show with motor yacht Majesty 101 as the biggest superyacht on display

November 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The premier Middle Eastern builder, Gulf Craft, will attend the 2014 Qatar International Boat Show, running at Lusail Marina from November 11 to 15. Luxury yacht Majesty 101 will be the biggest superyacht on display during the event. ... read full story

Alloy Yachts launch 44,1m motor yacht HEY JUDE (AY54)

November 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The brand new 44,1m super yacht HEY JUDE (AY54) has successfully hit the water at Alloy Yachts in New Zealand. Due to be delivered next month, she has been beautifully penned by Sam Sorgiovanni, with interior design by Redmany Whiteley Dixon. ... read full story

Launch of 101m motor yacht V853 at Kusch Yachts

November 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

German builder, Kusch Yachts, successfully launched the 101m Vega Yachts super yacht V853 last week. She will comfortably sleep an impressive number of 22 guests. ... read full story

50m (164’) charter Yacht VICTORIA DEL MAR available for Caribbean and Bahamas yacht holidays

November 07, 2014

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Charter Yacht VICTORIA DEL MAR (ex HAPPY DAYS) is a beautiful and elegant vessel built by Delta Marine in 2006, with newly refitted interior and system upgrade from 2013. She is available for Bahamas and Caribbean yacht charter holidays in winter and Mediterranean charter vacations in summer. ... read full story

Successful Monaco Yacht Show 2014 for Claydon Reeves

November 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It has been a very successful Monaco Yacht Show 2014 for the prominent UK design firm of Claydon Reeves. The models of their superyacht Project Chuan as well as mega yacht Project Caspian were displayed during the event. ... read full story

Superyacht manufacturer Nobiskrug announces new global market positioning

November 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

September 24, 2014, during the Monaco Yacht Show, saw the premier German superyacht builder Nobiskrug launch the world-wide new branding strategy as well as market positioning for the superyacht branch. ... read full story

Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2014 to host an impressive line-up of 119 yachts

November 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's 70th anniversary Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race will host its largest line-up of yachts in a decade. A total number of 119 vessels will attend the race, including the all-new 100ft superyacht Comanche. ... read full story

Video: 60m Feadship motor yacht ROCK.IT under sea trials

November 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the outstanding 2014 super yacht ROCK.IT (hull 687) under sea trials. This breath-taking vessel was built by Feadship to a design by Sinot Yacht Design. ... read full story

New Filippetti Navetta 30 motor yacht GATSBY

November 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Launched by the Italian shipyard Filippetti Yacht in June 2014, super yacht GATSBY is the first Navetta 30 vessel. Offering deluxe accommodation in 6 lovely cabins, she made her premiere at the 2014 Cannes Yachting Festival. ... read full story

Official opening of Horizon City Marina

November 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Horizon has proudly announced the recent official opening of the first specialized private superyacht marina in Taiwan - Horizon City Marina. This can host yachts from 12 to 40 meters in LOA. ... read full story

Two challenging yacht interior projects for Guido de Groot Design

November 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Guido de Groot Design has recently worked on two unique interior projects on board superyachts, briefed with the two very different interior styles of Art Nouveau and Art Deco. ... read full story

Video showing 100ft Hodgdon superyacht COMANCHE under sail

November 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the 100ft Hodgdon racing yacht Comanche under sail, while heading to Charleston in South Carolina. ... read full story

Three new superyacht projects signed by Sunrise Yachts at FLIBS 2014

November 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Sunrise Yachts has proudly announced that they signed three new superyacht projects during the recently concluded Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show. Further details on the projects will be unveiled at the beginning of next year. ... read full story

IY&A Awards 2015: Further Shortlist Success for Hydro Tec by Sergio Cutolo S.r.l with Columbus 40 Sport Hybrid Yacht

November 06, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Hydro Tec by Sergio Cutolo S.r.l has been shortlisted to participate in the International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2015, with their Columbus 40 Sport Hybrid superyacht, entering the ‘Power Yacht 25-40 metres’ category. ... read full story

International Marina Scholarship Winner attends Advanced Marina Management (AMM) course

November 06, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The recipient of the MIA Bellingham International Scholarship, David Osmond, Marina Manager at d’Albora Marinas PIER 35 and Victoria Harbour, has successfully concluded the Advanced Marina Management (AMM) course, conducted by the British Marine Federation (BMF) on the South Coast of England. ... read full story

Southport Yacht Club awarded ‘Fish Friendly’ status by the Marina Industries Association

November 06, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Southport Yacht Club in Queensland, Australia has been awarded ‘Fish Friendly’ status by the Marina Industries Association, in addition to the recently awarded Level 3 International Clean Marina Accreditation. ... read full story

Foil application of 120 windows for 90m motor yacht LAUREN L completed by Wild Group International

November 06, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Wild Group International has recently finished the foil application of 120 windows for the impressive 90m charter yacht Lauren L. The project took place in Sardinia, Italy, taking six days to complete. ... read full story

Seattle Boat Show 2015 to feature 35 new FREE seminars

November 06, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Next year's Seattle Boat Show will feature 35 new FREE seminars. Topics will range from drone basics to effortless onboard entertaining and everything in between. ... read full story

Founders’ Dinner honoring 2014 DISCOVERY Yacht vessels hosted by The International SeaKeepers Society

November 06, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The International SeaKeepers Society has recently hosted its annual Founders' Dinner to honor vessels that participated in the 2014 DISCOVERY Yacht expeditions, SeaKeepers Drifter deployments, as well as outreach programs. ... read full story

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