Dykstra-designed yachts will be presented at this month's boot Dusseldorf 2015. The latest luxury vessel designed by this prestigious Dutch design firm is the 56m superyacht Aquarius, currently under construction at Royal Huisman. ... read full story
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Motor Boat Award 2015 for luxury motor yacht Princess S72
January 14, 2015
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Princess S72 yacht has been awarded with the 2015 Motor Boat Award for the over 55ft category. This striking vessel mixes up the sleek lines and performance of a true sports yacht. ... read full story
World premiere of new 22m motor yacht Sossego Comfort 22 at HISWA Amsterdam in-water Boat Show 2015
January 14, 2015
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The new 22m motor yacht Sossego Comfort 22 is currently under construction at Gebr. van Enkhuizen in Makkum, the Netherlands. Set to make her world premiere at the 2015 HISWA Amsterdam in-water Boat Show in September, this lovely vessel has been designed to achieve an amazing top speed of 38 knots. ... read full story
Sunseeker to attend boot Dusseldorf 2015 with 5 motor yachts on display
January 14, 2015
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A total number of five luxury vessels will be exhibited by Sunseeker at the upcoming boot Dusseldorf, including the German debut of Sunseeker 86 Yacht and Sunseeker 75 Yacht. ... read full story
Sailing yacht Oyster 825 to be presented at boot Dusseldorf as the largest sailing yacht on display
January 14, 2015
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Oyster Yachts will be exhibiting the 25-metre luxury yacht Oyster 825 at this month's boot Dusseldorf. Beautifully designed by Rob Humphreys, the vessel is a powerful, optionally carbon rigged yacht, yet one easily short-handed with the aid of joystick and hydraulic sail controls. ... read full story
90th Anniversary Rolex Fastnet Race: 300 entries register in first 24 minutes
January 13, 2015
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An amazing number of over 300 yachts registered for the 2015 Rolex Fastnet Race in first 24 minutes. The race will kick off on Sunday 16th August, starting from Cowes, Isle of Wight to Plymouth via the Fastnet Rock. ... read full story
Esimit Europa project celebrating 20 years this year
January 13, 2015
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This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Esimit Europa project, started by Igor Simčič in 1995. Since 2010, the project has been represented by one of world’s fastest and technologically most advanced yachts - 100-foot sailing yacht Esimit Europa 2. ... read full story
Yachting Shanghai – The first comprehensive international marine festival in Shanghai
January 13, 2015
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The Yachting Shanghai The International Marine Festival, the first comprehensive international marine festival in Shanghai, China is set to open its doors on July 8, 2015. The event will provide a trading platform that improves the yachting lifestyle in China grounded in three concepts: maritime culture, urban marine lifestyle and ocean art. ... read full story
Three Dubois-designed yachts to attend New Zealand Millennium Cup 2015
January 13, 2015
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This month's New Zealand Millennium Cup will host three luxury vessels designed by Dubois: sailing yacht Janice of Wyoming, superyacht Silvertip as well as charter yacht Bliss. Ed Dubois continues to support the New Zealand's new build market and industry. ... read full story
New Caribbean Leeward Islands Representative for Sevenstar Yacht Transport
January 13, 2015
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Simon Manley has become the new Caribbean Leeward Islands representative for Sevenstar Yacht Transport - the leader in the industry of yacht transport. ... read full story
Over 90 luxury yacht marinas now part of MDL’s Freedom Berthing Network
January 13, 2015
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MDL's Freedom Berthing Network now boasts over 90 luxury yacht marinas. MDL has added a further 20 marinas to the network during 2014. ... read full story
Seattle Boat Show 2015 to open its doors next week
January 13, 2015
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This year's Seattle Boat Show (Indoors +Afloat) will kick off next week, running from January 23 to February 1. The 2015 event will boast the biggest and most expensive yacht in the Show's 68-year history: the 164' Westport superyacht Evviva. ... read full story
SO! DALIAN 2014 Video
January 13, 2015
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A video showing the first edition of the SO! Dalian event, which took place in July 2014 at DongGang Marina, a lovely China yacht rental destination. ... read full story
A very successful 12th Phuket International Boat Show (PIMEX)
January 13, 2015
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This month's 12th Phuket International Boat Show (PIMEX) has been a huge success. The five-star Royal Phuket Marina, a lovely Phuket yacht charter destination, hosted 17 yachts over 20 metres in length. The 2016 event will run from January 7 to 10. ... read full story
New CEO for Blohm+Voss
January 13, 2015
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Fred van Beers has been appointed as new Chief Executive Officer Management Board (CEO) of the leading German superyacht shipyard, Blohm+Voss. He will start leading the company's growth strategy as of 1 March 2015. ... read full story
KRM Yacht starts working on refit of 31m Bilgin motor yacht APRIL
January 13, 2015
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KRM Yacht in Turkey is currently working on the refit of the 31m luxury yacht April, expected to last 6 months. The vessel was originally built by Bilgin Yachts in 2006. ... read full story
The recent sale of three yachts announced by Cheoy Lee
January 13, 2015
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Cheoy Lee has proudly announced the recent sale of three vessels: Alpha 76 Express yacht, Alpha 76 Flybridge yacht, as well as Global 104 superyacht. The new 104 is already in build, and is the result of a collaboration between naval architect Overing Yacht Designs, Cheoy Lee, and interior designer Sylvia Bolton Design. ... read full story
Sea trials for 101m motor yacht I DYNASTY (V853)
January 13, 2015
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The all-new 101m mega yacht I DYNASTY (V853) is currently going through sea trials. Built by Kusch Yachts to a design by The A group, this striking vessel has been developed by Vega Yachts. ... read full story
Motor yacht LE LUTTEUR refitted by Cobra Yacht
January 12, 2015
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Luxury motor yacht Le Lutteur is a tugboat-type vessel, beautifully refitted by Cobra Yacht to a design by Scaro Design. This lovely 30m vessel provides comfortable accommodation in 3 cabins. ... read full story
Further expansion for Williams Performance Tenders in 2015
January 12, 2015
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This year will see the Williams Performance Tenders further expend its factory as well as workforce, in order to meet increasing demand for the brand’s Dieseljet and newly-launched Sportjet ranges. ... read full story
MennYacht Group joins Frauscher shipyard
January 12, 2015
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Frauscher shipyard has announced a close collaboration with MennYacht Group for the distribution of Frauscher boats and yachts. ... read full story
Dominator motor yacht Ilumen to be brought to life by virtual reality at Dusseldorf Boat Show 2015
January 12, 2015
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This Saturday, January 17, 5 pm at the Düsseldorf Boat Show 2015, will be marked by the world premiere of the Dominator virtual reality experience. During the event, the Dominator D26M super yacht Ilumen will be brought to life by virtual reality. ... read full story
New photos of Royal Huisman sailing yacht BLUE PAPILLON
January 12, 2015
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Royal Huisman has released a series of beautiful photos of their 43m super yacht Blue Papillon, under sail in the lovely Mediterranean yacht rental locations. The 2013 sloop features naval architecture by German Frers and interior design by Rhoades Young. ... read full story
Video: Princess 35M motor yacht Hull #1 entering next phase of her construction
January 12, 2015
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A video showing the Princess Yachts team while fitting the powerful twin MTU V16 2,637mhp engines of the first Princess 35M superyacht. ... read full story
Video: Maiden voyage of 46m Feadship motor yacht NORTHERN LIGHT
January 12, 2015
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A video showing the 46m Feadship charter yacht Northern Light during her 2001 maiden voyage from IJmuiden in Holland to Puerto Banus in Marbella. ... read full story
Extension of Eden Island Marina in Seychelles
January 12, 2015
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the Eden Island Marina, a beautiful Seychelles yacht rental destination, nestled in the Indian Ocean, has now extended. It now boasts a new facility named Eden Island Marina North. ... read full story
Strand Craft’s V8 Powered Wet Rod™ Watercraft for Mega Yachts to be Built by Dutch Shipyard
January 12, 2015
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Strand Craft has proudly announced that their V8 Powered Wet Rod™ Watercraft for Mega Yachts will be constructed by Dutch Shipyard. Mulder Design will be responsible for the naval architecture. ... read full story
Princess Yachts to exhibit at London Boat Show for next two years
January 12, 2015
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UK luxury yacht builder, Princess Yachts, has committed to the London Boat Show for the next two years, as proudly announced by National Boat Shows. The currently running event will last until Sunday 18 January 2015. ... read full story
Ocean Alexander concludes 2014 with sale of four new yachts
January 12, 2015
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Alexander Marine International has proudly announced the recent sale of 4 Ocean Alexander yachts, including the all-new Ocean Alexander 100 superyacht. ... read full story
Giorgio & Stefano Vafiadis-designed 72m motor yacht O’PARI 3 to be launched by Golden Yachts soon
January 12, 2015
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The brand new 72m super yacht O’PARI 3 (Project O'Pari II) is set to be launched by Golden Yachts soon. Entirely designed Giorgio & Stefano Vafiadis, this breath-taking vessel can accommodate its guests in 8 deluxe cabins. ... read full story
Heesen Yachts announces delivery of fully custom 51m motor yacht MySky (YN 16551)
January 12, 2015
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The delivery of the fully custom 51m super yacht MySky (YN 16551) has been proudly announced by Heesen Yachts from the Netherlands. This striking vessel can sleep up to 12 guests in five luxurious cabins. ... read full story
Burma Yacht Charter aboard 52m Motor Yacht BELLE AIMEE
January 09, 2015
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Luxury motor yacht BELLE AIMEE is currently available for Burma yacht charter in the SouthEast Asia, offering elegant, stylish and luxurious accommodation to 10 charter guests. The AMELS Limited Editions 171 yacht BELLE AIMEE is a perfect choice to discover the beautiful treasures of the Andaman Sea. ... read full story
Tiranian motor yacht ANATOMIC 42 for sale
January 09, 2015
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Superbly designed by Egg and Dart, the 42-metre Tiranian motor yacht Anatomic 42 is currently available for sale. She is presently sitting at the Eurocraft yard about 12 months from delivery upon signing of a new contract. ... read full story
Phuket International Boat Show (PIMEX) – the Show of choice for new yachts, brands and product launches
January 09, 2015
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Plenty of top yacht brands and luxury products annually chose the Phuket International Boat Show (PIMEX) for their Asia and Thailand launches. These include such prestigious luxury yacht builders as Sanlorenzo, Princess Yachts, Gulf Craft, and many others. ... read full story
New photos of ISA 140 Sport Hybrid motor yacht SILVER WIND released by ISA Yachts
January 09, 2015
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New photos of the first ISA 140 Sport Hybrid super yacht SILVER WIND have been proudly unveiled by ISA Yachts from Ancona, Italy. This striking vessel boasts exterior design by Andrea Vallicelli, while the interior design is by Valentina Zannier / Nuvolari & Lenard. ... read full story
Avanti Ocean Group purchase assets of Lazzara Yachts
January 09, 2015
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The Avanti Ocean Group, consisting of private investor Geoff Bond and third-generation Lazzara family members Joe and Steve Lazzara, has purchased the assets of US luxury yacht manufacturer Lazzara Yachts. This includes the intellectual property of the company as well as the yacht moulds. ... read full story
Wild Group International launches Färben Foils and Films into yachting market
January 09, 2015
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Wild Group International has proudly announced the launch of the superior vinyl films 'Färben' into the yachting market. Färben have supplied Wild Group with a colour matched battleship grey for mega yacht Aviva, that is currently undergoing a full hull wrap to her 68m hull in Rybovich, Miami. ... read full story
Classen Shipyards celebrating 30th Anniversary
January 09, 2015
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The year 2015 has started in a festive mood for the well known Dutch luxury yacht builder Claasen Shipyards as they celebrate their 30th anniversary. The yard has launched 19 Truly Classics so far, and is currently working on a Truly Classic 126 yacht, set to be launched soon. ... read full story
Construction begins on first 24m Continental Trawler Yacht by Wim van der Valk and Guido de Groot
January 09, 2015
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Construction on a new 24m Continental Trawler Yacht has started at the Wim van der Valk Yard in the Netherlands. The vessel represents the first of a new series of semi-custom Continental Trawler Yachts, designed by Guido de Groot. ... read full story
Successful technical sea trials for Guido de Groot-designed Mulder 98 Flybridge super yacht YN1391
January 09, 2015
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Guido de Groot-designed Mulder 98 Flybridge motor yacht YN1391 has successfully concluded her technical sea trials, reaching a maximum speed of 22 knots; two knots more than expected. ... read full story
Complete makeover for classic motor yacht SYLVIANA by Guido de Groot Design
January 09, 2015
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The classic charter yacht SYLVIANA (ex Ragazza, Hiba, Aruba II) will undergo an extensive refit that will include a 4-metre aft extension. Guido de Groot is currently working on her complete makeover. ... read full story
Fresnel Hydrofoil Trimaran – A futuristic solar-powered yacht designed by architect Margot Krasojevic
January 09, 2015
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Architect Margot Krasojevic has unveiled the Fresnel Hydrofoil Trimaran. This is a ground-breaking solar-powered yacht that can convert from a racing trimaran to a single-hulled cruising boat. ... read full story
New 51m motor yacht MySky (YN 16551) delivered by Heesen Yachts
January 09, 2015
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The brand new 51m super yacht MySky (YN 16551) by Heesen Yachts was successfully handed over to her new Owners in November 2014. This striking vessel boasts exterior design by Frank Laupman of Omega Architects, while the interior design is by Erick van Egeraat. ... read full story
The official opening of the 12th Phuket International Boat Show (PIMEX)
January 08, 2015
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This year's 12th edition of the Phuket International Boat Show (PIMEX) has officially opened its doors today, on January 8. Being hosted by the Royal Phuket Marina, a beautiful Phuket yacht charter destination, the event is displaying 17 yachts over 20m in LOA, including the largest vessel on display - a Custom Line NEXT 112 superyacht. ... read full story
2013 Financial Results released by Princess Yachts International
January 08, 2015
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The prominent UK luxury yacht manufacturer, Princess Yachts, has released their financial results of 2013. ... read full story
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