2014 December

News Archive

CWM FX London Boat Show 2015 to feature latest marine technology and yachts

December 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The latest marine technology and yachts will be displayed at the upcoming CWM FX London Boat Show 2015, including the debut of motor yacht Princes S72 and Sunseeker 86 Yacht. ... read full story

New 31m steel motor yacht 31 Explorer under development at C.Boat

December 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The new C.Boat 31 Explorer yacht is currently under development. The vessel is a true ocean going explorer, with a high bow, which can be 100% customized according the owner's taste. ... read full story

Video: ISA 41M motor yacht AZIZA out of the shed

December 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the ISA 41M super yacht AZIZA out of the shed in preparation for her launch, which took place at ISA Yachts in Italy's Ancona last year. ... read full story

Video: Launch of CRN 125 mega yacht J’ADE

December 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video from the launch of the CRN 125 super yacht J'Ade, which took place on November 17, 2012 in Ancona, Italy. This beautiful vessel has been superbly penned by Studio Zuccon International Project, in partnership with the CRN Technical Office as well as the CRN Centro Stile. ... read full story

Video from launch of CRN 133 motor yacht SARAMOUR

December 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the launch of the CRN 133 super yacht Saramour, which took place on March 3, 2014 in Ancona, Italy. This striking vessel has been beautifully designed by Francesco Paszkowski, in collaboration with the CRN Design Department. ... read full story

Farr 43 sailing yacht Wild Rose – The overall corrected time winner of Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2014

December 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Roger Hickman’s Farr 43 sailing yacht Wild Rose has been confirmed as the overall corrected time winner of Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2014. The boat has completed the 628 nautical mile race in 3 days, 7 hours, 4 minutes and 43 seconds. ... read full story

Antigua Charter Yacht Show 2014: Winners of the 15th Annual Chef Competition

December 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Winners of the 15th Annual Chef Competition have been announced. Some 30 chefs participated in the competition, which took place during the 53rd Annual Antigua Charter Yacht Show. ... read full story

A Great Success of Reichel/Pugh designed yachts in 2014 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race

December 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Reichel/Pugh has proudly announced a great success of their yachts at this year's Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race. The 100ft Supermaxi yacht Wild Oats XI has claimed her 8th line honours win in 10 years. ... read full story

Phuket Yacht Show 2015 to feature newly refitted 34m Moonen motor yacht AZUL A

December 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The newly refitted 34m Moonen super yacht AZUL A (ex Xanadu, Bonita J) will be displayed at the 2015 Phuket Yacht Show, running at Yacht Haven Marina, a lovely Phuket yacht holiday destination, from February 12 to 15. ... read full story

Latest 140m mega yacht IPI140 concept unveiled by Impossible Productions Ink LLC

December 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Impossible Productions Ink LLC has proudly revealed their latest 140m mega yacht IPI140 concept. This striking vessel boasts a truly contemporary exterior styling, mainly thanks to the innovative use of structural glass. ... read full story

Supermaxi yacht Wild Oats XI claims eighth line honours at the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race

December 29, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Supermaxi yacht Wild Oats XI has claimed her eighth line honours at the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2014. She was followed by the recently launched superyacht Comanche. ... read full story

‘Sunseeker 155 Yacht’ motor yacht BLUSH shortlisted for ShowBoats Design Award 2015

December 29, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The biggest project ever undertaken by the well known UK builder Sunseeker, the '155 Yacht' super yacht BLUSH has been named a finalist in the prestigious ShowBoats Design Awards 2015. This beautiful vessel provides deluxe accommodation for up to 10 guests. ... read full story

Younique Yachts’ Tender to 73m motor yacht YALLA shortlisted for Tender Design Award 2015

December 29, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Younique Yachts has proudly announced that their limousine tender to the 73-metre mega yacht YALLA (CRN 132) has been nominated for the Tender Design Award 2015. This striking boat can reach an amazing top speed over 40 knots. ... read full story

Video: Asia Superyacht Rendezvous 2014

December 29, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing this year's Asia Superyacht Rendezvous, annually hosted by the fabulous Phuket yacht holiday destination, nestled in Thailand, from December 16 to 18. ... read full story

Asia Superyacht Rendezvous 2014 Wrap Up

December 29, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This month's Asia Superyacht Rendezvous has been a huge success. The event was hosted by Kata Rocks - the international award-winning resort and residences, positioned in the breath-taking Phuket yacht rental location, nestled in Thailand. ... read full story

IAG Yachts to attend 1st China (Zhuhai) International Boat Show with Electra 100’ Yacht on display

December 29, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The inaugural China (Zhuhai) International Boat Show will be attended by IAG Yachts, displaying their superyacht Electra 100'. The Show will open its doors on December 31, 2014. ... read full story

Photos of Oceanco Y710 motor yacht INFINITY

December 29, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Photos of the all-new 88,5m mega yacht INFINITY (Y710), built by Oceanco to a design by Espen Oeino. ... read full story

Inaugural International Charter Expo 2015 – ICE ’15

December 29, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The first International Charter Expo 2015 – ICE ’15 will run in the newly built Marina Cvetkovic multi-purpose hall in Opatija, a lovely Croatia yacht charter destination, from February 6 to 8, 2015. The event is pure B2B charter expo, which will gather 100 charter companies from worldwide charter destinations, up to 200 charter brokers and suppliers of different goods and services related to yacht charter industry to engage in business negotiations. ... read full story

New Owner for Turkish super yacht builder Proteksan Turquoise

December 29, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Proteksan Turquoise has announced a new Owner. The new investor in the Turkish superyacht builder, with a controlling stake, is Mohammed Al Barwani, who also owns the leading Dutch yacht shipyard, Oceanco. ... read full story

Eighth line honours win for sailing yacht WILD OATS XI at Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race

December 28, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The majestic 100-foot Maxi yacht Wild Oats XI has claimed her eighth line honours victory at the currently running Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2014. The vessel has completed the race in 2 days, 2 hours, 3 minutes and 26 seconds. ... read full story

Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2014: The leading yachts approaching halfway mark

December 27, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The yachts taking the leading positions at the currently running 2014 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race are approaching the halfway mark of the 628-nm race. Supermaxi yacht Wild Oats XI is currently leading the fleet. ... read full story

Supermaxi yacht Wild Oats XI at the start of the 70th Anniversary Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race

December 27, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 70th Anniversary Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race kicked off on Friday's Boxing Day, December 26, 2014, with supermaxi yachts Wild Oats XI and Comanche leading the fleet. ... read full story

Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2014: 100ft sailing yacht COMANCHE leads the fleet

December 26, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Jim Clark’s 100-ft Maxi yacht Comanche (USA) is currently leading the fleet in the 2014 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, followed by seven-time line honours winner superyacht Wild Oats XI by one nautical mile. ... read full story

Wild Oats XI Yacht ready to participate in the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2014

December 25, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The legendary 100ft Supermaxi yacht Wild Oats XI is ready to participate in the 70th anniversary edition of the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, set to kick off tomorrow, on December 26, 2014. The greatest challenge is expected to come from the newly launched superyacht Comanche. ... read full story

Preparations for Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2014 in full swing

December 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Preparations for the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2014, set to start on Friday's Boxing Day, are in full swing. The race will be attended by five 100-foot Maxis, including the all-new superyacht Comanche. ... read full story

Sailing yacht Wild Oats XI suffers boom damage in lead-up to Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race

December 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The majestic 100-foot super yacht Wild Oats XI broke her 13-metre boom as preparing for the upcoming Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race. The vessel is going for a historic eighth line honours in this year’s race. ... read full story

RORC Transatlantic Race is Born

December 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The inaugural RORC Transatlantic Race 2014 was attended by an international fleet of yachts, including crew from at least 12 different nations, racing majestic Maxi yachts. The overall winner of the race has become the Baltic 78 charter yacht Lupa of London. ... read full story

RORC Transatlantic Race 2014 Prizegiving

December 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Camper & Nicholsons Port Louis Marina, a lovley Grenada yacht holiday location, nestled in the Caribbean, has recently played a host to the RORC Transatlantic Race 2014 Prizegiving. The overall winner of the race has become the Baltic 78 charter yacht Lupa of London. ... read full story

The arrival of first luxury yachts to be displayed at 2015 CWM FX London Boat Show

December 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The first luxury yachts to be displayed at the 2015 CWM FX London Boat Show have reached the ExCeL London this week. These included the Show’s biggest and most expensive boat - the Sunseeker 28 Metre Yacht. ... read full story

A very successful year for South Coast offices of the Sunseeker London Group

December 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Over 100% increase in the number of Sunseeker yachts sold this year, compared to 2013 figures, has been proudly announced by the South Coast offices of the Sunseeker London Group. ... read full story

New 50M Vitruvius® Motor Yacht Design

December 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

New 50M Vitruvius® superyacht concept has been unveiled. This striking vessel is based on the highly successful hull of the first Vitruvius® motor yacht EXUMA, launched in 2010. ... read full story

Video: New motor yacht Columbus Sport Oceanic 70

December 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video presenting the new 70-metre mega yacht Columbus Sport Oceanic 70 by Columbus Yachts. This striking vessel has been beautifully designed by Giorgio Vafiadis and his son Stefano Inglese Vafiadis. ... read full story

Sarp Yacht’s CLASSIC 40m Yacht Concept nominated for IY&A Award 2015

December 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Sarp Yacht’s CLASSIC 40m yacht concept has been shortlisted to participate in the International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2015, in the ‘Yacht Concept up to 40 metres’ category. The vessel has been beautifully designed by naval architect Osman Tanju Kalaycioglu. ... read full story

The opening ceremony of Visun Tuscany Yacht Repair and Refit Service Center

December 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The opening ceremony of the all-new Visun Tuscany Yacht Repair and Refit Service Center will be held in Nan Bian Hai Road, Sanya, Hainan, on January 16, 2015. The shipyard is dedicated to the repair and refit of yachts of up to 36 meters. ... read full story

Sea trials for Horizon E73 motor yacht JUSTUS

December 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new Horizon E73 luxury yacht Justus has recently undergone her first sea trials. The vessel has performed very well, reaching an impressive top speed of 27 knots. ... read full story

Nominations for 2015 MDL Sail Training Awards now open

December 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It is now possible to register for the 2015 MDL Sail Training Awards. The nominations are open until Friday, January 16, 2015. ... read full story

MUIR’s Matthew Johnston nominated to stand for the International Superyacht Society (ISS) board

December 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

MUIR’s Matthew Johnston nominated to stand for the International Superyacht Society (ISS) board. The managing director of the Tasmanian headquartered company would bring a southern hemisphere presence to the important industry board. ... read full story

Further Shortlist Success for Luxury Projects with luxury yacht YOLO in the IY&A Awards 2015

December 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Luxury Projects has been announced as one of the finalists for the International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2015 with super yacht YOLO. She will compete in the ‘Power Yacht 25-40 metres’ as well as the ‘Power Yacht Interior Design’ categories. ... read full story

New Operations Manager for Asia Pacific Superyachts (APS) Indonesia

December 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Thomas Taatjes has become the new Operations Manager of Asia Pacific Superyachts (APS) Indonesia. The breath-taking Indonesia yacht charter destination boasts the largest archipelago in the world, with more than 17,500 fabulous islands to visit. ... read full story

First ICE ’15 – International Charter Expo 2015, February 6 – 8

December 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The inaugural ICE ’15 – International Charter Expo 2015 has been unveiled. The event will take place from February 6 to 8 in the enchanting Croatia yacht rental location - Opatija. ... read full story

New Middle East Sales and Service Center for Outer Reef Yachts

December 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

New Middle East Sales and Service Center has been proudly announced by the well known luxury yacht builder, Outer Reef Yachts. The Outer Reef Yachts Dubai and European sales teams will be present at the Dusseldorf International Boat Show, running in January. ... read full story

Latest 130m catamaran project by Uldas Design

December 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new 130m mega yacht project has been proudly unveiled by Uldas Design from Turkey. This breath-taking catamaran has been conceived as a futuristic, luxury resort or hotel. ... read full story

Recently delivered third Asteria 108 motor yacht Jie Peng Shi Ba Hao by Heysea Yachts

December 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This month saw the delivery of the all-new Asteria 108 super yacht Jie Peng Shi Ba Hao (hull 108/03) by Heysea Yachts. The vessel can comfortably sleep a total number of 10 guests. ... read full story

Luxury Projects among IY&A Awards 2015 Finalists with YOLO Yacht

December 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Luxury super yacht YOLO has been shortlisted to participate in the International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2015 in the ‘Power Yacht Interior Design’ category. Her stylish interiors are by Luxury Projects. ... read full story

A torrid start likely for Supermaxi yacht Wild Oats XI and the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race fleet

December 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The famous 100ft sailing yacht Wild Oats XI is going for an unprecedented eighth line honours in what is the 70th anniversary edition of the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race. The final sea trial for the yacht and crew is planned to run on Christmas Eve. ... read full story

Sailing catamaran Sea-Voyager 83’ concept

December 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Superyacht Sea-Voyager 83’ concept is a beautiful 83-foot sailing catamaran, superbly penned by Sea Voyager from Latvia. The vessel can accommodate its guests in utmost in luxury. ... read full story

New 70m motor yacht EUPHORIA design by Andrey Gusev

December 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Andrey Gusev has unveiled his latest 70m mega yacht EUPHORIA design. The vessel boasts an unmistakable, dynamic and futuristic profile. ... read full story

Video: New Ferretti Custom Line Navetta 26 Crescendo motor yacht NUR in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

December 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the brand new Ferretti Custom Line Navetta 26 super yacht NUR in the enchanting Florida yacht holiday destination - Fort Lauderdale. ... read full story

Video: 45m classic sailing yacht MALCOLM MILLER refitted by Conrad Shipyard

December 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the newly refitted 45m classic superyacht Malcolm Miller, recently re-launched by Conrad Shipyard in Poland. ... read full story

Video: 50m Heesen motor yacht MONACO WOLF (Project Azuro, YN 16650)

December 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video presenting the striking 50m Heesen super yacht MONACO WOLF (Project Azuro, YN 16650), superbly penned by Frank Laupman of Omega Architects. ... read full story

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