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Motor Yacht Mogambo – a Nobiskrug 74m Superyacht

October 06, 2011

Motor Yacht Mogambo, previously also known as hull 782, is a 74 metre steel hulled luxury yacht, built by the German shipyard Nobiskrug and was launched yesterday. The Nobiskrug superyacht Mogambo left the Rendsburg building shed in March 2010 to be moored in the Nobiskrug´s huge 160 metre yard. Motor yacht Mogambo comes from the same platform as Siren superyacht and Luxury yacht Sapphire and its internal, as well as, external parts have been designed by the London-based office Reymond Langton Design.

The 74m Nobiskrug Mogambo yacht is powered by twin 2,360hp MTU 16V 4000 M60 diesels, her beam is 39 feet (12 metres) and draft is almost 12 feet (3.55 metres), cruising at 14.5 knots reaching maximum speed of 17 knots.

74m Mogambo Superyacht by Nobiskrug

74m Mogambo Superyacht by Nobiskrug

Mogambo superyacht´s luxurious interior design offers accomodation to 12 guests in 6 highly comfortable cabins, serviced by a 17-member crew and is scheduled for delivery by the end of this year.

Motor Yacht Mogambo is a sistership of the same-sized Graffiti yacht, known as hull 783, coming from the same shipyard, and also designed by Reymond Langton Design, currently under construction.

Megayacht Graffiti by Nobiskrug

Megayacht Graffiti by Nobiskrug

First RP110 motor yacht Lady Gaga launched by Horizon

October 06, 2011

The new Horizon RP110 superyacht Lady Gaga, which is the first motor yacht above 100 feet built for the Chinese market, was recently launched by the superyacht builder Horizon. The Lady Gaga motor yacht by Horizon has just successfully completed her sea trial, with delivery to her owner in China set for later this month.

Lady Gaga Motor Yacht by Horizon RP 110 yacht

Lady Gaga Motor Yacht by Horizon RP 110 yacht

Per the new owner’s request, Horizon created a unique exterior design for yacht Lady Gaga, one that is a radical departure from previous launches of RP series and includes both a vertical window line and wide body to allow for increased interior space.

Dining table on board of the RP 110 Horizon motor yacht Lady Gaga

Dining table on board of the RP 110 Horizon motor yacht Lady Gaga

The interior design of superyacht Lady Gaga is modern yet classic. The comfortable salon features a striking circular ceiling light by SWARVOSKI in the classic Tai-Chi shape, and curved sofas are mirrored on both port and starboard sides.  Forward of the spacious salon is a dining room, with a Biaco Pinta Verde marble table top and seating for eight.

Superyacht Lady Gaga Salon

Superyacht Lady Gaga Salon

The Lady Gaga yacht is able to accommodate up to 8 guests in 4 cabins. Located on the forward main deck of the M/Y Lady Gaga is the master stateroom which features three oversized windows in front of its king-size berth, providing the ultimate view.

Owners bathroom - RP 110 Horizon Yacht Lady Gaga

Owners bathroom - RP 110 Horizon Yacht Lady Gaga

Her master bath is designed with brown onyx and includes a large bathtub, shower room, as well as his and hers sinks. There is also one full-beam VIP cabin and two twin-bed guest cabins. A stairway in the salon leads down to the crew area.

Superyacht Lady Gaga Owner Suite

Superyacht Lady Gaga Owner Suite

Equipped with twin Caterpillar C32A 1900HP engines, Lady Gaga can reach a top speed of 22 knots and can cruise a range of 1200 nm at 12 knots.

Horizon Group are excited to enter the megayacht market in China with the launch of the RP110 Lady Gaga motor yacht and wish her owners many adventures on board their new Horizon.

Motor Yacht Horizon RP120 to be built by Horizon Yachts

October 05, 2011

Horizon Yachts is happy to reveal a new mega yacht contract for a Horizon RP120 Yacht directed to the Chinese market, being the second mega yacht order above 100 feet for China. The first, a 110ft Raised Pilothouse motor yacht, was finished and sea tried with success in Kaohsiung Taiwan in August of this year. Horizon has extended its home market of Asia in the last few years, now including China, as there is certainly a notable growth in requests for high quality superyachts, such as the mega yacht Horizon RP 120.

Sistership to the Horizon RP 120 Superyacht

Sistership to the Horizon RP 120 Superyacht

The Horizon RP120 Yacht, in length of 120ft, will be the first one for its new owner, a successful business man from Shanghai, China who researched the Superyacht Horizon RP120 against similarly-sized and styled yachts from all over the world.   After a thorough evaluation of the quality, build flexibility and customer service offered by Horizon, Superyacht Horizon RP120 was the new owner’s choice for his first yacht.

Horizon RP 120 yacht's sistership

Horizon RP 120 yacht's sistership

In the last 20 years, the Horizon Group has elevated Horizon to its current status as a global yacht brand and gained the largest market share for mega yachts 90 ft and above in neighboring markets such as Japan and Australia.  Horizon endeavors to continue this trail of success and include the China super yacht market as one of the largest target markets.

Sister boat to the superyacht Horizon RP120

Sister boat to the superyacht Horizon RP120

“Horizon is seeing tremendous growth in the Asia market,” says Horizon CEO John Lu.  “We have seven mega yacht projects currently under construction for this market alone.  We are encouraged by the increase in new builds and are confident the China market will be another success for Horizon.”

Sistership to the Horizon RP 120 yacht

Sistership to the Horizon RP 120 yacht

Codecasa launch motor yacht ‘ALDABRA’

October 04, 2011

The well known Italian luxury yacht builder, Codecasa, have announce the launch of their Codecasa 51 series motor yacht ALDABRA. First time the 51m Aldabra superyacht touched the water was on the 24th of September 2011.  She is now undergoing last finishing works, after which she is scheduled to start her cruises.

Codecasa 51 - Aldabra superyacht - launched in September 2011 in Italy

Codecasa 51 - Aldabra superyacht - launched in September 2011 in Italy

Super Yacht ALDABRA features a steel hull with aluminium superstructure and was built according to Lloyd’s register class and is MCA compliant. Codecasa 51 Aldabra has a beam of 9,50m and a draft of approximately 3.30m.

Accommodation on board of the stunning new Codecasa jewel – motor yacht ALDABRA is provided in one Owner’s suite and 5 guest cabins. The crew is accommodated in one Captain’s cabin, Chief Engineer’s Cabin and four crew cabins with twin bunks. There is also a guest elevator serving all four decks of the new Codecasa 51 superyacht.

Codecasa 51 motor yacht Aldabra at her launch in September 2011 in Italy

Codecasa 51 motor yacht Aldabra at her launch in September 2011 in Italy

Two Caterpillar 3516B diesel engines of 2.447 Hp at 1.600 RPM have been installed and allow Aldabra yacht to reach a maximum speed of 17 knots at light displacement. Cruising speed of 16 knots is reached at a full load displacement. Her range is 4.000 nautical miles at 14knots.

78m motor yacht Amaryllis launched by Abeking & Rasmussen

September 28, 2011

The 78m megayacht Amaryllis has been launched by the German superyacht builder Abeking & Rasmussen. The 78m yacht Amaryllis was built under the hull number 6492 and has only just been revealed as being called Amaryllis after her recent launch and sea trials. The yacht is expected to be delivered to her owner very soon.

78m motor yacht Amaryllis launched by Abeking & Rasmussen - Photo of sister ship Yacht Eminence at night

78m motor yacht Amaryllis launched by Abeking & Rasmussen - Photo of sister ship Yacht Eminence at night

At 78meters in length, motor yacht Amaryllis is similar in dimensions to her three sister ships built by Abeking & Rasmussen, namely megayacht Eminence, superyacht C2, and motor yacht TITAN. There are however some subtle differences in the exterior lines which were drawn by Reymond Langton Design, such as the design of the mast and the window arrangements. The Amaryllis yacht has a deep blue coloured hull with a contrasting white superstructure.

The interior design of superyacht Amaryllis was achieved by Reymond Langton, the details of which are yet to be released.

The Abeking & Rasmussen motor yacht Amaryllis is able to accommodate up to 12 guests in 6 luxurious staterooms looked after by a contingent of 22 crew members.

49m Sailing Yacht KAMAXITHA (ex The Spirit of Tradition) by Royal Huisman on Sea trials

September 28, 2011

The 49 metre sailing yacht Kamaxitha (project The Spirit of Tradition) was launched on the 13th of September by Royal Huisman and is currently undergoing sea trials as pictured by Ruud burgers Maritieme Fotografie.

Sailing yacht Kamaxitha (The Spirit of Tradition Ketch) by Royal Huisman and Dykstra & Partners - Photo Credit Ruud burgers Maritieme Fotografie

Sailing yacht Kamaxitha (The Spirit of Tradition Ketch) by Royal Huisman and Dykstra & Partners - Photo Credit Ruud burgers Maritieme Fotografie

Built by the highly respected Dutch custom yacht builder Royal Huisman, yacht Kamaxitha features exterior lines created by Gerard Dykstra and Partners that combine sympathetic period features with modern, easily driven hull shape below. S/Y Kamaxitha’s interior design was created by the well-known design studio Rhoades Young Design.

Superyacht KAMAXITHA was built under the Royal Huisman hull number 388. The Kamaxitha yacht profile is based on that of an early pilot cutter and features a combination of traditional lines with a plumb bow and elegant counter stern and modern ability for excellent performance.

The Classic Ketch KAMAXITHA measures 49 meters on deck and 55 meters including the bowsprit.  She has an Alustar hull and tall carbon spars, providing a lightweight yacht able to provide performance along with excellent seakeeping qualities complemented by luxury, comfort and style in the lower communal and accommodation areas.

Specifications – Kamaxitha Ketch (The Spirit of Tradition – SoT project) by Royal Huisman

Yard No.  388
Type – Classic Ketch
Designer – Dykstra & Partners Naval Architects
Interior – Rhoades Young Design
LOA – 48.97m (160’66”)
LWL – 42.08m (138’06”)
Beam max    – 9.07m (29.8”)
Displacement – 245 tons
Draft (keel up) –  4.5m
Draft (keel down) – 6.75 m
Hull Speed 15.83 knots

61m Motor Yacht Excellence V launched by Abeking & Rasmussen

September 27, 2011

German superyacht builder Abeking & Rasmussen have launched the 61m Motor Yacht Excellence V. Superyacht Excellence V measures 60.96 metre (200ft), and is the fifth yacht in the line of successful Excellence yachts. The yachts called Excellence are well known within the yacht industry and include the Motor Yacht Eminence (ex Project Excellence IV) and the charter yacht Excellence III.

61m Motor Yacht Excellence V launched by Abeking & Rasmussen

61m Motor Yacht Excellence V launched by Abeking & Rasmussen

The interior exterior design of the Excellence V motor yacht where penned by Reymond Langton Design of London and built by the renowned Abeking & Rasmussen shipyard. The yachts design also benefitted from the experienced owner who has a good knowledge of large yachts.

The interior of M/Y Excellence V features earthy tones such as browns, tans and creams along with vibrant splashes of colours in the art work, throw cushions and other decorative items. Megayacht Excellence V is able to accommodate 14 guests in luxurious staterooms to be looked after by a crew of 18.

Below is a a gallery of superyachts built by Abeking & Rasmussen that are already in charter.

New Generation Explorer Motor Yacht E&E – Comments from Vripack Naval Architects

September 22, 2011

The 42m Expedition yacht E &E (ex Jasmin II) designed by Vripack is a new generation motor yacht that is an explorer yacht with the elegance of a Super Yacht. Renowned for their long range comfortable cruisers Vripack designed superyacht E &E for a repeat customer back in 2009. Now at the 2011 2011 Monaco Yacht Show Motor Yacht E&E makes her grand debut in style.

E&E Motor yacht Designed by Vripack

E&E Motor yacht Designed by Vripack

As with their first yacht, the Vripack Explorer Jasmin built by RMK, the Owner and his wife allowed us to come up with a unique design.” Says Bart Bouwhuis of Vripack.

“Evolving on the main volumes of their Explorer and keeping the good flow of the layout, we managed to style her with a softer and more mature look. This also meant we sketched well over hundred critical details for the yard to make sure the finesse we envisioned her to have would remain also during construction and fairing. We did not make it easy for them but ultimately they did an outstanding job.”

Luxury charter yacht E&E

Luxury charter yacht E&E

Besides designing her exterior expressions Vripack also made sure the sea going comfort, which both the Family and the huge amount of charter guests so often raved about, was kept if not improved.

“The hull is based on our library of 50 years Research and Development. We performed multiple in house CFD studies and our Naval Architects executed their most extensive still water and sea keeping model test ever. All and all we spent nearly two weeks in the basin testing alone. Analyzing, optimizing and testing again until we were satisfied. This resulted for example in the yacht being built on weight target by nearly the kilo, which in turn has her burn a mere 65 liters per hour at 11,8 knots which was measured during her maiden voyage. Proving our statement thatconventional yachts can go Green if designed with the proper attention.”

Yacht E&E Underway

Yacht E&E Underway

“With 2011 marking Vripack’s 50th anniversary, it is clear we are very proud that we have not one but two returning clients taking delivery of their yachts. In the spring the 141ft Research Vessel Yacht Axantha II was launched by JFA and now we have the 138ft E&E in the water by Cizgi and both Families are truly happy with their different yet similar ships. May they create countless memories with them.” Bart concludes.

E&E Charter Yacht Swim Platform

E&E Charter Yacht Swim Platform

Superyacht E&E Top Sun Deck and Dining

Superyacht E&E Top Sun Deck and Dining

The E&E yacht measures 42 m and was delivered in 2011 by Cizgi Yachts, Turkey.  Yacht E&E was designed by well-known Vripack International Naval Architects with an interior designed by the celebrated Art Line Studios.

The brand new motor yacht E&E is available for charter during the Caribbean winter.

Yacht E&E Charter Crew

Yacht E&E Charter Crew

About Vripack®

Established in 1961, Vripack is a leading full service design, naval architecture, engineering and brokerage organization. Aiming for long term relationships with private customers, yards, fellow architects and their personnel, Vripack believes that Quality is the sum of Workmanship and Enthusiasm.

Expedition Charter Yacht E & E (ex Jasmin II) – Comments from Art-Line Interior Design

September 22, 2011

The Expedition Superyacht E &E (ex Jasmin II) is a 42 m explorer yacht delivered in 2011 by Cizgi Yachts, Turkey. The brand new motor yacht E & E is on display at this year’s Monaco Yacht Show and will be available for charter during the Caribbean winter.

The explorer yacht E&E was designed by well-known Vripack International Naval Architects with naval architecture by Endaze Engineering. Her luxurious interior was designed by the renowned Art Line Studios interior design company.

Luxury charter yacht E&E

Luxury charter yacht E&E

Art-Line interiors have released the following information regarding yacht E & E’s interior design at the Monaco Yacht Show.

“We were very pleased with the opportunity to design the interior for E&E and we are even more pleased with the result.

To design the interior for this yacht with an unusual lay-out and with a different use of deck space has been a great challenge.

To us design must represent an ideal balance between function and emotion. Together with a great team involved we were able to achieve this ideal.

Again we are able to add to our portfolio a yacht with a new and different concept Therefore we say thanks to the owner and all those people who work so hard to build this beautiful yacht.

Superyacht E&E Main salon

Superyacht E&E Main salon

Superyacht E&E Dining Area - Credit Art-Line

Superyacht E&E Dining Area - Credit Art-Line

To connect the 2 guest decks, we designed a central located staircase which will give almost a complete view thru-out both decks.

This staircase divided by a glass bridges gives on the main deck access to the owner’s suite forward and aft it will bring you to the salon with the dining area.

E&E yacht Staircase - Interior by Art-Line

E&E yacht Staircase - Interior by Art-Line

The glass bridge on the upper deck gives access to a panorama salon forward and aft the guest suites with the possibility to go outdoor directly from the suite.

Motor yacht E&E glass bridge on the upper deck

Motor yacht E&E glass bridge on the upper deck

It was our task to design an interior for private use as well for charter purpose in an elegant cosy contemporary style.

For the veneers in general we used an Indian Apple all in a high gloss finish and combined with off white tones in leathers, paint and onyx with here and there some gold accents.

In all the suites we used nice accent colours for all the fabrics which are followed by the headboards as well the mosaics in the bathrooms in the same matching colours

Expedition Yacht E&E Luxurious Cabin

Expedition Yacht E&E Luxurious Cabin

Yacht E&E Master Cabin

Yacht E&E Master Cabin

We try to make each Art-Line interior offer clients wide choices in styling each individualised space.

To us, design is not just a matter of assembling components: it requires our applying insight into clients’ personalities and desires to complete each project to their satisfaction.”

Frank Pieterse    -   Marilyn Bos – de Vaal

Dutch Superyacht builder Feadship heads for Monaco Yacht Show and FLIBS with confidence

September 19, 2011

The superyacht builder Feadship is performing better than ever. This year to date the world’s number one luxury motoryacht brand Feadship has launched six superyachts with a total length of 450 metres (almost 1500 feet!). Four out of the thirteen new entries in the recently published Top 100 List by Yachts International magazine are Feadships: Superyacht Musashi and motor yacht Fountainhead each measuring 87.78 metres, Yacht Air which is 81 metres in length and the 77.70 m M/Y Tango.

Yacht Musashi by Feadship

Yacht Musashi by Feadship

With the current build portfolio, including the first Feadship gigayacht to break the 100-metre barrier, the brand continues to lead the way worldwide in having built the largest number of superyachts in the 60 to 100-metre size range.

The Feadship Motor Yacht Lady Britt Underway

The Feadship Motor Yacht Lady Britt Underway

Add in the other two launches by Feadship this year – the 63-metre superyacht Lady Britt and the new F45 Helix yacht – and no other yard has delivered such a combined length of superyachts in 2011. This record-breaking performance means that the Feadship directors and managers will be attending the Monaco and Fort Lauderdale boat shows in great spirits.

“The current trend at Feadship illustrates that our clients are very confident in ordering large yachts with us”, says Feadship’s marketing manager Francis Vermeer. “In addition to the 101-metre build, there are several ‘XL’ Feadships contracted, ranging in length from 78 to 99 metres. The Feadship order book remains very strong as we continue to set the benchmark of premium quality.”

The 5th F45 Feadship motor yacht HELIX to debut at the 2011 Monaco Yacht Show

The 5th F45 Feadship motor yacht HELIX to debut at the 2011 Monaco Yacht Show

In addition to extra-large fully-custom superyacht projects, Feadship also serves those looking for Feadship perfection in medium size. Two examples – 45m motor yacht Helix and 39m Yacht Go – will be on display at the 2011 Monaco Yacht Show and Fort Lauderdale shows. Lady Britt superyacht will also be present in Monaco, available for viewing on an exclusive appointment-only basis. “The wide diversity of projects over the last year proves once again the broad interest in the Feadship portfolio,” adds Vermeer. “From medium custom-series yachts to giant fully custom Feadships, our range caters for all preferences.”

The Monaco Yacht Show will also feature the unveiling of the sixth Future Concept Feadship Qi, plus highly impressive models of Air and Tango.

Feadship Yacht Tango - Image by Eidgaard Design

Feadship Yacht Tango - Image by Eidgaard Design

Interested parties are invited to contact Feadship to arrange a meeting at stand QT3 on the central T-jetty.

Below is an image gallery of Feadship superyacht currently in charter


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