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Fam-trip aboard exceptional Mediterranean charter yacht JO

June 04, 2013

The month of May is usually very busy for our charter specialists at CharterWorld with a number of them attending various yacht charter shows, inspecting the vast selection of beautiful luxury yachts available for charter during the Mediterranean summer season. In addition to the shows, our brokers have the opportunity to attend familiarisation trips, also known as Fam-Trips. This year we were invited aboard the fantastic 50m Benetti charter yacht JO, providing us with a great, first-hand experience on board as well as additional knowledge of the cruising destinations; in this case along the spectacular coast of Croatia, beginning in Dubrovnik and cruising down to Montenegro.

Charter yacht JO

ABOUT THE YACHT

One of the best maintained yachts in the fleet, the 50-metre motor yacht JO is always a pleasant surprise when you see her, after remembering she is a 2004 yacht (launched by the prestigious Benetti shipyard with exterior styling by Stefano Natucci). Stepping aboard, it is instantly noticeable that she is a superbly maintained vessel and well taken care of. Both interior and exterior are impeccable.

Motor Yacht JO - Main deck aft

Luxury charter yacht JO - Bridge deck aft

The layout is great for charter, starting with her typical Benetti sun-deck, which is very spacious and divided into 3 areas: massive sun-pads forward with retractable umbrellas, centre area with Jacuzzi, seating and bar, as well as aft deck-chairs on a raised platform. The Upper aft deck provides an excellent space for al-fresco dining, with comfortable seating aft and three separate tables for relaxation.

Luxury yacht JO - Sundeck

JO superyacht - Sun Deck Bar and Jacuzzi

The interior of JO superyacht by Francois Zuretti is light and comfortable. Accommodation is provided to 10-12 charter guests in 5-6 spacious cabins, all with large bathrooms; including one full-beam master stateroom, two twin and two double cabins. An added bonus is the fully convertible upper deck games room, which can be used as a double cabin if required, and is perfectly comparable to the other doubles. It also offers great view and easily reconverts into a TV/games room when only 5 cabins are needed.

Luxury charter yacht JO - Master Cabin

Motor Yacht JO - Burberry Guest Bedroom

Superyacht JO - Ralph Lauren Guest Twin Room

Super yacht JO is well equipped with everything expected of a luxury yacht of this size; tv/satellite (Sky), a library of over 800 DVDs, VSAT internet. iPads and laptops are also available for guests to use.

Water Toys - Luxury yacht JO

The toys are another strong point of this outstanding charter yacht, as there are many and all in great condition:

1 x Williamsjet tender 625
1 x ZAR 53. Suzuki 140HP.
2 x Kawasaki Ultra 300LX
Windsurf Equipment
• 3 Boards to suit Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced levels.
• Sails – 2.5, 3.5, 4.2, 4.7, 5.2, 6.0, 7.5 m2
1 x Gyro tube
1 x Mable
Waterskis
• 1 x Elite Alpha O’Brien Mono.
• 1 x Connolly Mono Ski
• 1 x Connolly twin skis
• Children’s Learner skis.
Wakeboard
• 1 x O’Brien Valhalla 143
• 2 x CWB
Wake-surf
• 1 x Nalu
Kitesurfing –
• Sails 7m, 9m, 11m, 12m, 13m.
• Range of boards. (Crew personal equipment but they are happy for guests to use)
2 x Clear bottom kayaks
2 x SUP (Stand Up Paddleboards)
Plus donuts, snorkelling equipment, fishing equipment

JO’s CREW

The crew are excellent, and clearly a very cohesive team throughout. Bruce Handyside was the captain for this trip and he is an experienced, knowledgeable and friendly person. The interior crew are friendly and attentive. During the fam-drip the Chef prepared excellent dishes, fresh and well presented.

Charter Yacht JO - Main Saloon

Having toys is one thing, but a keen deck crew is what really matters! The crew aboard JO are superb at encouraging you to use the toys, teaching you how, and being there to make it safe and comfortable. They can give jet-ski licenses, there is a kite boarding and wind surfing instructor and even a free diving instructor on board.

Luxury superyacht JO - Dining

Motor Yacht JO - Sky Lounge

THE FAM-TRIP ITINERARY

Our broker arrived in Dubrovnik airport and embarked in Cavtat a beautiful little bay and village, around 5-10 minutes’ drive from the airport. Cavtat is an excellent place to start or end a yacht charter holiday anywhere near Dubrovnik. The vessel can cruise out to several great nearby anchorages and charter guests can enjoy the vast selection of water toys, go for a swim or simply unwind sunbathing. In the late afternoon a short cruise took the group to a perfect anchorage in front of the old town of Dubrovnik: another fabulous place to be or tender-in for shore visits.

Dubrovnik in Croatia

JO left Dubrovnik overnight to cruise to the north eastern tip of Mljet, with everyone waking up in one of the quiet bays of the National Park.

“The whole island is very lush and green, and the surrounding waters amazingly calm and clear. This is a good area for shore visits, and there are great walks, but we opted for cycling.” Nick Benazeth – CharterWorld yacht charter specialist

There are relatively easy trails that lead through quiet forest to the other side of the island where there is a lake, and a small island with a charming monastery on it. There are also many different diving options for scuba diving around, with a lot of ancient Roman remains – mainly amphoras.

Porto Montenegro Marina

Another early morning cruise took everyone back towards Cavtat to clear out of Croatia and along the coast into Montenegro. The whole of the Kotor bay area is spectacular, with fortifications at the entrance, impressive cliffs all around and the picturesque islands off Perast (Our Lady of the Rocks and St George Island). Once at Porto Montenegro, a 30-minute scenic cruise will take you to the heart of the fjord and towards Kotor. There are many good anchorages here for water-sports and relaxation.

“After a slow cruise throughout dinner and a great night at anchor, we sailed back out towards Tivat for a final day of watersports and free diving.”

Benetti Charter Yacht JO

Luxury yacht JO is in superb condition and comparable to the best charter yachts available in the Mediterranean, and so is her crew. She is a busy vessel due to her excellent reputation and she has many happy repeat guests year after year. There are still a few weeks available for yacht charters on JO in late season in the Eastern Mediterranean with EUR€195,000.00 per week plus expenses in August and a negotiable rate of €175,000 per week plus expenses in the low season. JO is also available for charter in the Caribbean during the European winter. For more information contact our charter professionals here.

Top Luxury Yachts for Charter Vacation in Greece

May 27, 2013

One of the important yachting events of the industry in the fabulous Mediterranean yacht charter destination of Greece, the East Med Yacht Show, opened its doors on 4th May, with luxury boats ready for the upcoming summer season in the Eastern Mediterranean. In order for us to provide our clients with the best possible charter yachts and unbiased advise, CharterWorld’s brokers visit all of the most important yacht charter shows around the world, with the Poros yacht show being no exception. The event featured numerous spectacular crewed vessels with a small selection of our favourite Yachts for Charter in Greece listed below:

Luxury yachts at East Med Yacht Show on Poros

Luxury yachts at the East Med Yacht Show held on the island of Poros in Greece

Santorini

EXCEPTIONAL CHARTER YACHTS AVAILABLE IN GREECE THIS SUMMER

(Please, note that this is by no means the entire list of yachts available for charter in this area. For more information and additional charter options, please contact our brokers here.)

Motor Yacht OURANOS

The 45m Nadara vessel was constructed and delivered by the Italian yacht builder Tecnomar in 2012; representing a spacious and tri-deck planing motor yacht with high performance, comfort and stability. She is clean, modern and very elegant. Her stylish monochromatic décor boasts excellent use of textures and fabulous silk wallpaper.

OURANOS yacht in Port - Photo courtesy of Kurt Jay Bertels

While aboard Ouranos we were greeted with an amazing attention to detail in her presentation. Her accommodation, divided into 6 six cabins, includes a fantastic and spacious master stateroom with a small gym adjacent. She is also well suited for families with children, as there are built-in (unnoticeable) child gates installed on each level. For outdoor relaxation there are sun shades on every single level and there is a fold-down TV aft deck – to enjoy a great movie after dinner. For dining you can choose from three fabulous dining areas. There is an attentive and professional crew of 8-9 to cater for your needs. More about charter yacht Ouranos …

OURANOS yacht - Salon - Photo by Kurt Jay Bertels

Motor Yacht ENDLESS SUMMER

The Westport 130 superyacht represents a comfortable American-style yacht perfect for family yacht charters. Her flexible accommodation arrangements in 5 cabins includes two convertible twin cabins. The spacious and pleasant interior features crisp clean décor. There is a huge selection of ‘toys’ to enjoy, including diving gear, wave-runners, x-box, playstation, SAT TV, internet and many more. For those hot summer days and nights, there are fridges and ice-makers on all decks with all that is needed for a refreshing cocktail or a drink.

ENDLESS SUMMER - From The Bow

Large sunpads, seating for up to 14 people and 2 large umbrellas for shade can be found on her fly bridge, together with a large barbecue, 4 bar stools and a pilot station. There is also a foredeck circular seating area, located on the bow, for sunbathing or simply enjoying the fabulous Greek surroundings. More about charter yacht Endless Summer …

ENDLESS SUMMER - Aft Deck Dining TAble

Motor Yacht MABROUK

Originally built as a “shadow” boat for the King of Qatar’s yacht, charter yacht Mabrouk is a 38,30m vessel built by Cantieri di Pisa with a very modern and contemporary design and décor, yet very elegant, with touches of whimsy. Although built in 2004 her amenities include colour-changing Jacuzzi showers and other modern features found aboard yachts built more recently. Her fantastic layout is perfect for entertaining and she is incredibly spacious throughout. She is an excellent choice for couples wanting to embark on a Greek charter holiday, with luxurious accommodation offered in 5 superior cabins. Mabrouk is a high volume yacht cruising very well at 24 up to 28 knots.

Luxury yacht Mabrouk

Our charter brokers were not only impressed by the yacht, but also by her crew: “The crew were an absolute delight, the service and the lunch onboard were stellar, absolutely top-notch in every way. ”

Yacht MABROUK - Sundeck Dining

They also enjoyed a fabulous lunch on board, with stellar table setting and service. The portion size was absolutely perfect, with a really nice modern twist on flavour combinations, excellent flow to the dishes and top-notch wine pairings.

Mabrouk Sample Menu

Jerusalem Artichoke soup flavoured with Sichuan pepper

Baby beetroot leaves with siglino from Mani and orange in oxymeli sauce

Marinated salmon with jalapeño peppers and fresh algae served with flying fish eggs flavoured with lime

Handmade pie from Roumeli with melityro and nettle

Black cod from Alaska marinated with soya seeds and sake

Lemon sorbet in green vegetable soup

Lamb rib marinated with althea, served with Peruvian purple potato puree

Crème Brule flavoured with peppery tonka beans from Venezuela

More about charter yacht Mabrouk …

Motor Yacht HELIOS

A Falcon 115 vessel, Helios is a luxurious superyacht and an outstanding charter yacht available in Turkey and Greece. Equipped with stylish Italian interior, a great selection of water toys, and the requisite yachting comforts, Helios accommodates up to 12 charter guests in 5 cabins. Comfort and space are the highlights of the Falcon 115′, and with her 35.50 metres in length and 7.30 metres in beam, the model guarantees surprising space and versatility.

Falcon 115 Yacht Helios - Main

Our brokers were impressed by her excellent attention to detail and her engaging, enthusiastic and service oriented crew, who also love to put together beach parties! There are Jacuzzi showers throughout. Helios also features equal VIP cabins, well suited for couples and family groups. There is a full guest office setup on the bridge deck. More about charter yacht Helios …

Falcon 115 Yacht Helios - Double Cabin

Motor Yacht PARIS A

This Maiora 35 yacht was built in 2009 and offers lovely accommodation to 10-12 charter guests in 5 stylish cabins, and is also available in the beautiful islands of Greece in the Eastern Mediterranean. There are three equal king-size double cabins, excellent for couples, featuring very nice and elegant, dark-wood floor, as well as nice textures and fabrics.

Paris A - Main

Her spacious sun-deck is well suited for entertainment and relaxation with bimini that can be put up while the yacht is underway. For guests’ commodity, there is a head accessible from the side deck port, boasting full private shower to use after the time spent enjoying the huge swimming platform and the yacht’s various water toys. More about charter yacht Paris A …

Paris A - Salon

Motor Yacht DUKE

This captivating 2010 built Azimut 103 yacht is a sleek, sexy, chic and modern vessel, absolutely fantastic for entertaining as her saloon opens up completely to the aft-deck and features a retractable glass sunroof. Luxury yacht DUKE is very modern, boasting somewhat masculine interior with clean, strong neutrals cleverly combined with soft textures to counter-balance. The yacht has also an outstanding all male crew.

DUKE Sistership Azimut 103 S Running 4

Accommodation is divided into four stylish cabins, with creative interior by Carlo Galeazzi, who excelled in the use of luxury materials to create a unique and exclusive style. For the exterior, Azimut’s unique Bordeaux Red was chosen as the colour of the hull, giving this model an exciting personality. More about charter yacht Duke …

DUKE Sistership Azimut 103 S Cockpit 2nd View

Sailing Catamaran ELVIRA

Elvira is a fantastic and welcoming luxury yacht with an engaging and professional crew of three. The Lagoon 500 model, designed by Marc Van Peteghem / Vincent Lauriot Prévost and built by CNB shipyard in 2009 was beautifully presented at the Poros yacht show this year, with great attention to detail. There are five double cabins on board, perfect both for couples as well as family holidays. She is also very child-friendly with a large selection of toys and vast space. For the fishing enthusiasts, the crew aboard Elvira love to fish and her talented chef enjoys preparing mouth-watering dishes from the fresh catch, including sashimi or cooked filets.

Catamaran ELVIRA

Available in the Eastern Mediterranean, the yacht features a modern interior in light oak and is fully carpeted in a neutral tone. There are large panoramic windows throughout, providing plenty of natural light. The salon and the dining area offer generous settee and leaf folding table on the starboard side. The galley is located to port and forward. The exterior living is also very spacious, with the guest cockpit offering space free from running lines and with plenty of seating, shade, removable al fresco dining option and built-in wet bar with sink. Wide flush decks wrap around the yacht leading to the foredeck and a second guest cockpit. Further forward, the 2 safety trampolines are ideal for relaxing and sunning. Read more about charter yacht Elvira …

Catamaran ELVIRA - Al Fresco Dining

Sailing Catamaran NOVA

Another fantastic charter yacht with a stellar crew presented at the yacht show in Greece is the Lagoon 62 catamaran NOVA. She is impeccably maintained and was presented in every way with incredible attention to detail. There is also a licensed masseuse among crew and is happy to do massages at no extra cost based on the available free time. She was designed by VPLP Yacht Design and launched in 2011 by CNB shipyard.

Catamaran NOVA - Cruising 2

Accommodation is provided in 4 en-suite cabins to 8 charter guests with ample exterior and interior space for everyone to enjoy. Large sliding glass doors from the salon open onto the huge cockpit combining the 2 spaces as one, excellent for entertaining with great seating and an alfresco dining option. There is also a second relaxing area on the wide foredeck, with 2 double sunpads and 2 safety trampolines. Above the main deck, NOVA’s flybridge has further seating and sunpads. She also features flush decks making access to all points of the yacht effortless. Water enthusiasts will find the 2 swim platforms perfect for making the most of the water toys on offer. More about charter yacht NOVA …

Catamaran NOVA - Salon

Motor Yacht LUCIGNOLO

This fabulous Aicon 64 yacht is new to the charter market, with a fantastic value price of €16,800 – €18,900 per week plus expenses, offering accommodation to 8 charter guests in total. She is in excellent condition, managed by a lovely and enthusiastic crew of 2. The crew have a great sense of humour, are very warm, welcoming and proud of their boat. Lucignolo represents a great value for a quality yacht and crew in her category.

Yacht LUCIGNOLO - Main

Delivered in 2007, she offers welcoming, contemporary interior and vast exterior spaces. There are two cream leather sofas in the saloon, balancing harmoniously with the deep chocolate toned wooden floors and white panelling. The lounge area has a TV and music entertainment systems and is flooded by plenty of natural light from the elongated windows and wide aft sliding doors. Charter guests can enjoy plenty of deck areas from the generous aft deck with al-fresco dining option to the extended swim platform and the double sun-pad on the foredeck, as well as the spacious fly-bridge above. More about charter yacht Lucignolo …

Yacht LUCIGNOLO - Swimming Platform

Motor Yacht DRAGON

Dragon is a 36,88 m Couach Yachts built beautiful and luxurious yacht launched in 2009. Her sexy and elegant design and décor is enhanced with nice nature touches throughout. She can accommodate 12 to 14 charter guests in 6 lovely cabins. Located on the main deck forward is the new and spacious master cabin with a Jacuzzi tub and walk-down bathroom. With her ability to cruise between 26-30 knots, Dragon will take you around the stunning Greece and its islands fast and in style.

DRAGON Profile

There is a modern open-plan main salon and dining area offering plenty of natural light. Her decks are also very spacious, providing areas to dine al fresco, both on the aft deck and on the fly bridge. The fly bridge also tends to be the favourite area to relax during day/night and enjoy a cocktail from the bar while lounging on the sun beds or relaxing in the Jacuzzi. Dragon also features a generous swim platform to the aft to enjoy her vast selection of water toys. More on charter yacht Dragon …

DRAGON Salon

Motor Yacht AURORA

Aurora is an outstanding charter yacht and a great choice for couples planning their charter holiday in Greece. She was built in 2011 by Tecnomar and boasts very modern décor in grey, red and black colour combination with wooden floors throughout. Ten guests will find comfortable accommodation in two king double and two king twin cabins convertible into doubles, with sexy and elegant interior.

AURORA - Main

She also offers ample deck space with a large aft deck and alfresco dining option, which leads down to an extended swim platform, perfect for water activities. Above decks, the flybridge welcomes a relaxing area with sun-pads and BBQ, while the foredeck boasts the gem of exterior living with a Jacuzzi tub and surrounding sun-pads, affording privacy in port. More about charter yacht Aurora …

AURORA - Aft Deck Dining

Power Catamaran THE CHRISMA

And last but not least, our selection of fabulous charter yachts in Greece includes the FrenchFountaine Pajot built power catamaran The Chrisma. This Cumberland 46 yacht has an excellent crew and a great charter rate of €10,000.00 – €12,000.00 per week plus expenses. She is a nice and different option for this popular charter destination in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Luxury yacht The Chrisma - Catamaran

Accommodation aboard is provided in 3 lovely en-suite cabins to 6 charter guests in total. The interior is elegant, with warm wood panels, soft neutral furnishings and fine attention to décor detail. In the saloon, guests can dine in elegance or unwind on the supple leather soft furnishings. The vessel also boasts vast exterior living over her wide 6.5 m multi-hull design. The guest cockpit boasts an al-fresco dining table and seating for 6, shaded by an overhead bimini cover. The foredeck is perfect for sunbathing, with plenty of open deck space, whereas the flybridge is ideal for entertaining and further al-fresco dining. The yacht also features an extended swim platform for effortless water access. More about charter yacht The Chrisma …

THE CHRISMA yacht - Al Fresco Dining

GREECE YACHT CHARTER – EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN

You can be sure to receive a warm welcome wherever you sail on your Greece yacht charter, thanks to the combination of renowned Greek hospitality, friendliness, sunshine and warm weather. Greece covers a very expansive territory in general, however yacht charters in Greece can be divided into four main areas: The Ionian Islands, The Aegean & Sporades, The Cyclades and The Dodecanese. All of these destinations offer unique and breath taking destinations, plenty of history, natural beauty and rich culture.

Greece - Image credit to Greek National Tourism Board - Visit Greece

One of the spectacular places to visit when on a Ionian Islands yacht charter is the Smuggler’s Cove, which can only be accessed by sea at Zakinthos and is one of the most famous and stunning beaches in Greece. There is also the Blue Grotto – another spectacle of the ocean. For those looking to charter a yacht in a less crowded greek destination, Aegean & Sporades could be the best choice, particularly those interested in history, culture and art.

The Cyclades are great for both culture as well as hedonistic pursuits. There are plenty of ancient sites, museums, but also lively night clubs, great restaurants, shopping and of course famous beaches. The most southerly group of islands in the Southern Sporades is The Dodecanese, offering quite a variety of options. You will be greeted by rustic, rugged landscapes, clear blue ocean stretches and perhaps less touristy destinations than the Cyclades or other parts of the Greek Islands.

Greece

Still one of the most sought-after yachting holiday destinations, Greece offers a huge amount of activities to do and places to see as well as the relative close proximity of everything by water. There are numerous itineraries you can choose from that will be tailored to your own requirements by our professional brokers. Feel free to contact us for more information on the different yachts available in this area or general information on yacht charter, if this is your first time. Our team is here to help you to choose the best sailing yacht or motor yacht to suit your needs, offering a wide range of luxury vessels from smaller sailing yachts, catamarans, motoryachts to ultra-luxurious mega yachts.

2012 International Design Awards Finalists announced by ISS

September 14, 2012

The 2012 International Design Awards list of finalists has been made public today, by the ISS (International Superyacht Society). It has been over twenty years that ISS’s Design Awards, based completely on peer review, is celebrating the very best of naval architecture, interior, design, engineering and construction that the superyacht industry presents each year.

The event is made possible by the steadfast support of Gala and Awards of Distinction Sponsors. This year, this exceptional group of companies includes Burger Boat Company, Lürssen, nanoICE, Oceanco, Robb Report, Westrec and Wright Maritime Group. A dedicated group of volunteers from many of the industry’s finest companies work year-round on the development of the theme, enhancements to the program and to ensuring an elegant evening.

Each year, nominees are submitted to ISS by the large yacht industry’s leading builders, designers and stewards. The categories are as follows:

Power: (3) awards for size categories 24m-40m, 40m-65m, 65m+

Sail: (2) awards for size categories 24m-40m, 40m+

Interior Design: (1) award for power or sail

Best Refit: (1) award for power or sail

The selection of finalists in each award grouping results from the privilege to vote that ISS membership affords. A distinguished and impartial group of judges then weighs the qualifications of each yacht with the winning yachts announced at ISS’s annual International Design Awards Gala, this year on Thursday, 25 October from 7:00 P.M. at the Marriott Harbor Beach Resort, Fort Lauderdale. The theme celebrates World Adventures!

ISS also recognizes achievement in the business and service of superyachts. During the Gala, ISS Awards of Distinction—Business or Business Person of the Year, Innovation, the ISS Fabien Cousteau Blue Award as well as the Leadership Award and Distinguished Crew Award—are presented.

The ISS Business (Person) of the Year is awarded to those demonstrating excellence in their area of superyacht expertise within the previous year; nominations come from both the industry and the ISS board with the board making the finalist selections. Previous honourees have included Dick Boon, Vripack, Frans Heesen, Heesen Yachts, John Dane, Trinity Yachts and Corporation of Trinity House.

Open to every aspect of the industry—from crew training to technological advances—the Excellence in Innovation award is given to an individual or business that has demonstrated innovation in their endeavours. Nominations come from the industry and ISS board members vote to determine finalists. In 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011 respectively, Agrimond, Carlisle and Finch, the Sailing Yacht Soliloquy by Callender Designs and Gary Markel, Operation Cruise, were awarded the Excellence in Innovation honour.

The new ISS Fabien Cousteau Blue Award, first introduced at the 2010 Awards Gala, celebrates stewardship of marine ecosystems. Environmental leadership, global oceanic conservation and resource preservation are prerequisites for nomination. The integration of environmental technologies and resource management with the goal of setting achievable standards and models for wide adaptation in the design, engineering and building of large yachts—and the use of the Earth’s waterways—are essential criteria. Nominations are made by owners and the yachting industry; selection is by panel of judges, including Mr. Cousteau. The 2011 winner was Yacht Carbon Offset.

ISS’s Leadership Award recognizes an individual or business whose distinctive work and commitment to the industry has contributed—over a substantial period of time—to the sustainable growth of the superyacht community worldwide. Nominations and selection for The Leadership Award are made by those who have received the award in previous years with the previous year’s winner presiding.

The Distinguished Crew Award is presented in years when the DCA award judges are presented with a nomination that represents the essence of the award (nominations are sought industry-wide). Specifically, these honours are designed to recognize yacht crew whose distinguished acts of service best exemplify the standards to which professional yacht crew aspire.

FINALISTS – “BEST POWER” 65m+

NAME LENGTH BUILDER DESIGNER INT. DESIGNER NAVAL ARCH. STYLIST

Motor Yacht Mogambo

Length: 73,5m/241’2”

Builder: Nobiskrug

Designer.: Reymond Langton Design

Interior Designer: Reymond Langton Design

Naval Architect: Nobiskrug

Stylist: Reymond Langton Design

The impressive 74m Mogambo mega yacht by Nobiskrug

Motor Yacht Musashi

Length: 87,8m/288’1”

Builder: Feadship

Designer.: Sinot Yacht Design/ Feadship De Voogt NA

Interior Designer: Sinot Yacht Design

Naval Architect: Feadship De Voogt NA

Stylist: Sinot Yacht Design

Luxury Yacht MUSASHI by Feadship

Motor yacht Nirvana

Length: 88,5m/290’4”

Builder: Oceanco

Designer: Sam SorgiovanniDesigns

Interior Designer: Sam Sorgiovanni Designs

Naval Architect: Azure NA

Stylist: Sam Sorgiovanni Designs

88.5m motor yacht Nirvana (project Y707) by Oceanco

Luxury Yacht Numptia (now motor yacht High Power II)

Length: 70m/229’8”

Builder: Rossinavi

Designer: Design Studio Spadolini

Interior Designer: Salvagni Architetti

Naval Architect: Axis Group Yacht Design

Stylist: Salvagni Architetti

The stunning 70m Rossinavi superyacht HIGH POWER II (ex Numptia)

Superyacht Tango

Length: 77,7m/254’11”

Builder: Feadship

Designer: Eidsgaard Design

Interior Designer: Eidsgaard Design

Naval Architect: De Voogt

Stylist: Eidsgaard Design

The Feadship Tango superyacht

FINALISTS – “BEST POWER” 24m to 40m

NAME LENGTH BUILDER DESIGNER INT. DESIGNER NAVAL ARCH. STYLIST

AB 116-Diamond Superyacht

Length: 36,2 m/118’9′

Builder: AB Yachts-Fipa Group

Designer: AB Yachts-Fipa Group

Interior Designer: Guido de Groot

Naval Architect: AB Yachts-Fipa Group

Stylist: AB Yachts-Fipa Group

Superyacht Alaska

Length: 30m/98’5”

Builder: Moonen Shipyard

Designer: René van der Velden

Interior Designer: Art-Line

Naval Architect: Diana Yacht Design

Stylist: Moonen Shipyard

Motor Yacht Aurelia

Length: 37m/121’5”

Builder: Heesen Yachts

Designer: Omega

Interior Designer: Bannenberg & Rowell

Naval Architect: Heesen Yachts

Stylist: Dobroserdov Design

Hessen 37 m Superyacht Aurelia profile - photography by Emilio Bianchi

Luxury Yacht O’PATI

Length: 39,6m/129’11”

Builder: Golden Yachts

Designer: Giorgio Vafiadis

Interior Designer: Giorgio Vafiadis

Naval Architect: Hydrotec

Stylist: Giorgio Vafiadis

motor yacht O'PATI

Polar Bear Yacht

Length: 31,1m/102’

Builder: Citadel Yachts

Designer: Citadel Yachts

Interior Designer: Owner/Heidi Hechtman

Naval Architect: Citadel Yachts

Stylist: Citadel Yachts

Citadel Yachts Polar Bear

FINALISTS – “BEST POWER” 40m to 65m

NAME LENGTH BUILDER DESIGNER INT. DESIGNER NAVAL ARCH. STYLIST

Luxury Yacht Axantha II

Length: 43m/141’1”

Builder: JFA

Designer: Vripack

Interior Designer: JFA/Owner

Naval Architect: Vripack

Stylist: Vripack

43 m Explorer charter yacht AXANTHA II- Photo Credit B.Stichelbaut - JFA

Galileo G Superyacht

Length: 55,7m/182’9”

Builder: Picchiotti

Designer: Philippe Briand/Vitruvius Yachts Srl

Interior Designer: Perini Navi-Studio Genta

Naval Architect: Philippe Briand/Vitruvius Yachts Srl

Stylist: Philippe Briand/Vitruvius Yachts Srl

55m Picchiotti Vitruvius series expedition yacht GALILEO G

Lady Kathryn V Yacht

Length: 61m/200’2”

Builder: Lurssen Yachts

Designer: Espen Øino Design

Interior Designer: Adam Lay

Naval Architect: Lurssen Yachts

Stylist: Jack Fhilipps

Motor Yacht Lady Kathryn V by Lurssen (ex Coco)

Charter Yacht Lady Britt

Length: 63m/206’8”

Builder: Feadship

Designer: Feadship De Voogt Naval Architects

Interior Designer: Redman Whiteley Dixon

Naval Architect: Feadship De Voogt Naval Architects

Stylist: Redman Whiteley Dixon

Yacht LADY BRITT

Superyacht Step One

Length: 55m/180’5”

Builder: Amels

Designer: Tim Heywood

Interior Designer: Laura Sessa

Naval Architect: Amels B.V.

Stylist: Tim Heywood

Motor yacht STEP ONE

FINALISTS – “BEST REFIT”

NAME LENGTH REFIT YARD DESIGNER INT. DESIGNER NAVAL ARCH. STYLIST

Charter Yacht Cocktails

Length: 47,9m/157’

Builder: Trinity Yachts

Designer: Jeff Howard/Trinity Yachts

Interior Designer: Jeff Howard

Naval Architect: Trinity Yachts

Stylist: Ginger Dearmas

Yacht COCKTAILS - Sundeck Jacuzzi

Sailing Yacht Endeavour JK4

& Adam Lay

Length: 39,6m/130’0”

Builder: Yachting Developments

Designer: Chas Nicholson

Interior Designer: John Munford & Adam Lay

Naval Architect: Dykstra & Partners

Stylist: Chas Nicholson

Sailing Yacht Endeavour - Image courtesy of Yachting Developments

Heavenly Daze Superyacht

Length: 32,2m/105’9”

Builder: Pendennis

Designer: Wetzels Brown Partners

Interior Designer: Wetzels Brown Partners

Naval Architect: Pendennis

Stylist: Wetzels Brown Partners

1972 motor yacht Heavenly Daze at Pendennis

Ilona Yacht

Length: 73,7m/241’10”

Builder: Amels

Designer: Redman Whiteley Dixon Design

Interior Designer: Redman Whiteley Dixon Design

Naval Architect: Amels

Stylist: Redman Whiteley Dixon Design

Superyacht Ilona

Charter Yacht Titania ex Apoise

Length: 70,8m/232’4”

Builder: Lurssen

Designer: Espen Oeino Design

Interior Designer: Francois Zuretti

Naval Architect: Lurssen

Stylist:

Superyacht APOISE - Main

FINALISTS – “BEST SAIL” 24m to 40m

NAME LENGTH BUILDER DESIGNER INT. DESIGNER NAVAL ARCH. STYLIST

Sailing Yacht Antares III

Length: 30m/98’5”

Builder: Yachtin Developments

Designer: Dixon Yacht Design

Interior Designer: Rhoades Young Ltd

Naval Architect: Dixon Yacht Design

Stylist: Dixon Yacht Design

Superyacht Antares III by Yachting Developments

Luxury yacht Rainbow

Length: 40m/131’1”

Builder: Holland Jachtbouw

Designer: Dykstra & Partners NA

Interior Designer: deVosdeVries design

Naval Architect: Dykstra & Partners NA

Stylist: Dykstra & Partners NA

Holland Jachtbouw sailing yacht Rainbow under sail

S/Y Sarafin

Length: 30,8m/101’1”

Builder RMK Marine Shipyards

Designer: Dubois NA

Interior Designer: Oyster Marine

Naval Architect: Dubois NA

Stylist: Dubois NA

Sailing Yacht Two

Length: 24,7m/81’

Builder: Alia Yachts

Designer: Warwick Yacht Design

Interior Designer: Warwick Yacht Design

Naval Architect: Warwick Yacht Design

Stylist: Warwick Yacht Design

Sistership to the sailing yacht TWO by Alia Yachts - sailing yacht Aiyana

Luxury superyacht Windhunter II

Length: 25,7m/84’5”

Builder: Aluboot

Designer: Hoek Design NA

Interior Designer: Hoek Design NA

Naval Architect: Hoek Design NA

Stylist: Mrs Esra Guray

FINALISTS – “BEST SAIL” 40m +

NAME LENGTH BUILDER DESIGNER INT. DESIGNER NAVAL ARCH. STYLIST

Fidelis Superyacht

Length: 56m/183’9”

Builder: Perini Navi

Designer: Perini Navi

Interior Designer: Perini Navi

Naval Architect: Ron Holland/Perini Navi

Stylist: Perini Navi

56 m superyacht Fidelis by Perini Navi

Hemisphere Yacht

Length: 44,2m/145’

Builder: Pendennis

Designer: Van Peteghem Lauriot Prévost & MIchael Leach Design

Interior Designer: Michael Leach Design

Naval Architect: Van Peteghem Lauriot Prévost & Nigel Gee (BMT Structural Engineer)

Stylist: Michael Leach Design

HEMISPHERE superyacht

Sailing Yacht Kamaxitha

Length: 55,4m/181’10”

Builder: Royal Huisman

Designer: Dykstra & Partners NA

Interior Designer: Rhoades Young

Naval Architect: Dykstra & Partners NA

Stylist: Rhoades Young

Superyacht Kamaxitha (The Spirit of Tradition Ketch) by Royal Huisman and Dykstra & Partners

Vertigo Superyacht

Length: 67,2m/220’6”

Builder: Alloy

Designer: Philippe Briand

Interior Designer: Christian Liaigre

Naval Architect: Philippe Briand

Stylist: Christian Liaigre

Sailing Yacht Vertigo - as designed by Philippe Briand and launched by Alloy Yachts in 2010

The use of glass on the 72m motor yacht Stella Maris by Viareggio Superyachts

December 14, 2011

VSY-Viareggio Superyachts Managing Director Federico Bennewitz, explained how to overcome the technical challenges of using glass as a construction material on the 72-metre superyacht Stella Maris at the latest Super Yacht Design Symposium held in October in Palm Beach.

VSY motor yacht Stella Maris

Invited to join the speakers’ panel on “The use of glass on super yachts”, Bennewitz shared with the audience some of the problems faced and the solutions taken in order to meet with the client’s main wishes to have a villa-like feeling on the yacht Stella Maris, to maximize the pleasure of life on board in all seasons of the year, to assure the best privacy for himself and his guests and to have a certified helideck.

The Stella Maris yacht project – entrusted to the expertise of the architect Espen Øino in cooperation with Laurent Giles Naval Architects – has in fact been developed to blend traditional elements of design and layout with new variations on a theme – such as the staggered internal decks, the ceiling height in the main saloons raised to 270 cm and the large glass walls and windows.

VSY Motor yacht STELLA MARIS - MAIN SALOON

The internal and external spaces of yacht Stella Maris has in fact been interpreted in a very unconventional way, introducing spectacular glass walls, such as in the two main saloons and the Owner’s cabin, thus allowing the eye to see and enjoy beyond what would normally be a rigid barrier.

To implement the owner’s vision entirely, a climate-controlled veranda and a vertical garden have also been included, to enjoy green landscapes at sea with real house-plants crossing the decks, besides providing home-size furniture for the interior.

VSY Superyacht STELLA MARIS - UPPER SALOON

All of this has meant confronting a list of substantial challenges, like: weight increase and naval architecture, reduced glass thermal insulation, acoustic protection and privacy, structural design and selection and specifications of the type of glass to be used, especially considering that the yacht is also equipped with a certified helideck.

The very good results obtained on the Stella Maris superyacht, currently under construction and to be launched for the coming season, are leading VSY to consider a new family feeling represented by a design based on a “villa on the sea” concept, including large glass walls to be used onboard.

The Difference.

Extreme avant-garde technology, maniacal attention to detail, timeless design, total fulfilment of the customer’s wishes, real environmental protection, high respect for the workforce health and safety: this is the essence of VSY-Viareggio Superyachts’ philosophy of work on all fronts. Since 2004 the shipyard based in Italy’s focal yacht building area, Viareggio, has been engaged in building mega-yachts of over 60 metres and is by now widely recognized as builders of the highest calibre – already winning prestigious international awards with their first 62-metre charter yacht Candyscape II.

At VSY the best expression of luxury and comfort is however achieved in the respect of the marine environment on all fronts, obtaining strict and prestigious Certifications such as the RINA Green Star Plus Gold, ABS ES (Environment Safety) and Lloyd’s EP (Environmental Protection).

The long list of features and care they put into their Total Eco-Yachts is impressive:

- wide use of recyclable materials;

- redundancy also for the system of water treatment able to produce biologically transparent and odorless discharges running on 2 units;

- electric auxiliary engines for use in harbor and wherever it is advisable to avoid running of the main engine, resulting in a vastly reduced environmental impact, especially in terms of noise;

- a Green Anchoring system to station the yacht by dynamic positioning in those areas where traditional anchoring is forbidden because potentially damaging, for example, to coral reefs and Scandinavian fjords;

- installation of last generation particle filters for the highest possible smoke reduction in the exhaust system;

- recycling of the heat from the generator exhausts to produce hot water on board;

- study and definition of an eco-productive maintenance system for continuous integrated monitoring (extended to post-delivery) of the eco-systems and appliances installed, providing also a dedicated ergonomic training software platform for the manning of the yacht.

This results in a simple but effective formula: Maximum Efficiency on Minimum Energy – with Limited Damage to the eco-system. All of this is in pursuit of VSY’S essential mission: to produce a few but exclusive super-yachts, totally custom-built, innovative and technologically superlative. Simply unique yachts which fully embrace the Yard’s Eco Green vision, introducing the new exclusive concept of “deeper luxury”.

Following the great success of their 62-metre, superyacht Candyscape II and motor yacht Roma, VSY-Viareggio Superyachts are now busy completing their next two super yachts: a 72-metre flagship scheduled for the 2012 season, and a 64-metre at present awaiting the discerning client for completion in 2013.

Yacht STELLA MARIS Technical Specifications

Length Over All 72.10 m

Beam (max) 12.60 m

Draft 3.70 m

Guest 10 + 2 (owner)

Crew 18 + 2 (captain)

Total Guest Surface area 1154 m2 of which: Interior areas 628 m2

Average per guest 52 m2

External Areas 526 m2

Average per guest 44 m2

Construction type Steel/Aluminum

Classification Lloyd’s Register

Gross Tonnage 2270 GRT (approx.)

PERFORMANCE Maximum speed 17 Knots

Range at 12 Knots 5500 nm

Stability assured by QUANTUM XT ZERO SPEED stabilizers system

HELIDECK Fully Certified HCA/MCA Landing Helideck

Night Landing Allowed AV/

ENTERTAINMENT AND CONTROL SYSTEM The ship will be provided with a centralized entertainment system in all main guest and owner areas including (EXAMPLE): Audio/Video System CCTV interface Light&Cabin Control System Audio/Video on demand server LCD touch screen controls LED TV screens Sat TV connection Light control Curtain control Air conditioning control Integrated Messaging & Paging System Cisco Integrated Network (IP phone, wireless LAN, Remote Access)

WELLNESS Hamman Steam sauna Gymnasium Massage room Two Jacuzzi pools (or similar) on the sun deck

TENDER & TOYS 2 x 24’ Tenders 2 x Jet ski 1 x Rescue Tender

ENERGY SPECIFICATION PROPULSION Main propulsion system 2 x Caterpillar 3516B tier II Max & continuous power 2000 kW at 1600 RPM each Rolls-Royce Kamewa CPP propeller ELECTRICAL POWER Main generators 4 x LINDEMBERG LIAM/MAN Max & continuous power 290 ekW each Emergency generator LINDEMBERG LIAG/SISU 645 DSBIG Max & continuous power 149 ekW

MANOEUVRING The ship is equipped with a Kongsberg K-POS system for dynamic positioning with joystick control, operating with all the propulsion and manoeuvring system: Bow thruster VOITH – 260 kW Stern thruster SHOTTEL PUMP JET 350 kW – 360°

AUTOMATION AND MONITORING SYSTEM A KONGSBERG Integrated Control system will be installed, providing seamless integration of Navigation, Propulsion Control and Ship Automation functionality. ENVIRONMENTAL The ship complies with the Lloyd’s Register

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION notations, including but not limited to: P – Particle filter and Tetravalent catalyst for Diesel Generator M – Main engines and Diesel Generator EIAPP certified H – HVAC, pool water and hot water heating system from DDGG gas exhaust recycling. F – Fluoropolimer Anti-fouling coating, no biocides, high efficiency, high durability S – Black and grey water Biodisk Sewage treatment Garbage pollution prevention O – Oily bilge water separator 5 ppm R – Refrigeration systems CFC-free. Green Anchoring (DP function)

DESIGN AND ENGINEERING

Naval Architect: Laurent Giles Naval Architects

Exterior design by Espen Øino International

Interior design by Michela Reverberi

Engineering by Viareggio Superyachts in collaboration with Pro Ship Yacht Design & Executive Partners.

Devonport Yachts Ltd to refit 71.2m motor yacht Dona Amélia (ex. Haida G)

September 12, 2011

Devonport Yachts Ltd (DYL) is excited to announce that the first Falmouth based project has just commenced at the Pendennis facilities in Falmouth. The impressive 1929 classic motor yacht Dona Amélia (ex. Haida G), sister ship to another Devonport project motor yacht Talitha G, arrived mid-August for a three month refit programme.

HAIDA G - Profile

HAIDA G - Profile Underway

HAIDA G - Formal Dining

HAIDA G - On The Sundeck

Classic motor yacht Dona Amélia (ex Haida G), is a very large and unique superyacht launched in 1929. Measuring 71m (233′ 3″) in length, her age, size and grandeur produce emotive feelings in those who see her out cruising on the ocean or experience the luxuries aboard the superyacht.

Yacht Dona Amélia (ex. Haida G) is a fine example of a large classic motor yacht from the golden era of private yachting – a first class luxury gentleman’s yacht built in a wonderful bygone age.

With seven cabins, classic superyacht Dona Amélia offers unique style, sophistication and grace. Her various saloons, the Library and the beautiful Main Saloon are complemented by the most attractive Aft Deck with a full alfresco dining table and a superb cushioned ‘fan-tail’ seating area.

Classic superyacht Dona Amelia has room for 12 guests in 7 cabins including an Owner’s suite, 2 x VIP cabins with queen size beds, double cabin (queen size bed), 2 x twin cabins.

Yacht Dona Amélia (ex. Haida G)

Krupp, Germany, J.g. Verges, Cox & Stevens, New York

Year:	1929 (Refit 2008)	L.O.A.:	71.10m (233' 3")	Beam:	9.14m (29' 11")
Max Speed:	12.5 knots	Cruise Speed:	11 knots	Engines:	2 x Krupp 6L40/67M 2 x Ca
Cabins:	7	Charter Guest:	12	Crew:	16

More: Yacht Dona Amélia (ex. Haida G)

50m Motor yacht JoyMe by Philip Zepter Yachts ready to be delivered

July 29, 2011

The 49.9m Motor yacht JoyMe by Philip Zepter Yachts is ready to be delivered to her owners this weekend. The 50 metre trideck displacement superyacht JoyMe was built by Philip Zepter Yachts in Croatia and features exterior styling and interior design developed by Standby studio under the designer Marijana Radovic. The naval architecture was completed by Mijo Radunovic.

50m Motor yacht JoyMe by Philip Zepter Yachts ready to be delivered

The luxury yacht JoyMe offers accommodation for up to 12 guests in two master suites and four double staterooms and has crew quarters for 12 crew members.

The design concept for the motor yacht JoyMe stems from the owners desire to produce something different and very personal – a true reflection of his taste, which he had been unable to find in existing yachts in the superyacht market.

This challenge was addressed by producing an interior universe with many different dimensions. Each compartment of space within the yachts interior was treated as a separate entity with its own story and philosophy, benefitting from its own atmosphere, communicating different emotions and feelings to its guests. Rather than creating an interior with a uniform atmosphere, the client wanted a space with enough flexibility to suit his every mood.

50m Motor yacht JoyMe Master Cabin by Philip Zepter Yachts

All the individual spaces within the yacht’s interior however are connected by a common thread, which was to create a young and dynamic, yet comfortable and functional interior with an emphasis on good communication between different areas so as to make it supremely user-friendly.

Another distinctive design feature of yacht JoyMe’s interior is the emphasis on the concept of open space, where different areas for different moods were created within the same space by avoiding compartmentalisation.

50m Motor yacht JoyMe Main salon by Philip Zepter Yachts

As demonstrated by the layout and design of the main salon, the premise is that a space can stand on its own as a tangibly different entity without necessarily being physically separated from others.

Salon of the 50m Motor yacht JoyMe by Philip Zepter Yachts

Importance was also given to natural light, as well as a concealed lighting system that provides an elegant and warm interior during the evenings.

50m Motor yacht JoyMe by Philip Zepter Yachts - Double Cabin

50m Motor yacht JoyMe by Philip Zepter Yachts - Twin Cabin

The JoyMe yacht’s exterior styling with a special paint scheme emphasises the elegance of lines by visually lowering the profile and by bringing it closer to the water. By accenting the exterior design with flowing lines, perforated textures and prints in order to highlight the length rather than the height, the proportions are more balanced and harmonious. The yacht JoyMe creates a dynamic visual impression which many modern yachts lose in an effort to maximise inner volume.

50m Motor yacht JoyMe by Philip Zepter Yachts

The essence of this design philosophy is also contained in the yacht’s name: JoyMe.” In the client’s view, most yachts are an invitation to relax and rest, without isolating himself in some sort of a cocoon. This is why this design is an invitation to get up and move, travel and be active and interactive in a joyous atmosphere. As such, his philosophy is quite different from a great majority of ‘mainstream’ yachts.”

Built in steel and aluminium to Bureau Veritas class, superyacht JoyMe is able to cruising at a speed of 14 knots with a range of 3,500 – 4,000 nautical miles at 12 knots.

50m superyacht JoyMe by Philip Zepter Yachts

Specifications of the 50m Motor yacht JoyMe by Philip Zepter Yachts

Project Name: Zepter
Yacht type: Displacement Motor Yacht
Length Overall 49.91m 163.75 ft
Length Waterline 44.42m 145.73 ft
Beam 9.12m 29.92 ft
Draught Max 2.30m 7.55 ft
Shipyard: Philip Zepter Yachts
Year: 2011
Hull: 556
Country of build: Croatia
Exterior Designer: Stand By / Marijana Radovic,
Interior Designer: Stand By / Marijana Radovic
Hull Material: Steel Superstructure: Steel / Aluminium
Gross Tonnage: 620 Displacement: 499
Class: Bureau Veritas
Class Comments: MCA: Yes
Guest Cabins: 1 Master, 1 VIP, 4 Double
Guests: 12 Max Charter Guests:
Crew Cabins: Crew: 12
Engine Manufacturer: Cummins Inc. Model: KTA 38M1
Number of Engines: 2
Type: Diesel
HP: 1,100
KW: 820
Total HP: 2,200
Total KW: 1,641
Max Speed: 15
Cruise Speed: 14
Range: 3,500 – 4,000
Propulsion: Twin Screw
Fuel Capacity 65,000 litres
Water Capacity 48,000 litres

QATARI DIAR buys Port Tarraco Marina in Tarragona, Spain

July 15, 2011

QATARI DIAR Real Estate Investment Company, an international leader in sustainable development, announced today the purchase of the Port Tarraco Marina in North Eastern Spain through its subsidiary Qatari Diar Marina Tarragona (QDMT).

QATARI DIAR buys Port Tarraco Marina in Tarragona, Spain

The high-end Port Tarraco Marina is located in Tarragona, Spain, approximately 95km south of Barcelona, and will be one of the few existing marinas of its kind in the Western Mediterranean to offer deep water berthing for large sophisticated super yachts, mega yachts and giga yachts.

“We are thrilled to be investing in the western Mediterranean’s marina industry, one of the most mature in the world. With our international experience and the expertise of our world-class partners MB92, we expect the Port Tarraco Marina to become one of the top year-round marina destinations for yachts in Europe and the Mediterranean” said Eng. Mohammed bin Ali Al Hedfa, Group CEO of QATARI DIAR.

Located on Spain’s Costa Dorada, or “Golden Coast,” the marina offers visitors a chance to explore the rich local Catalonian culture, visit the area’s many beaches, or travel to nearby mountains for hiking or skiing. The marina is positioned in close proximity to a large capacity airfield and is centrally located for immediate access to all major cruising grounds and destinations in the Western Mediterranean. It is exclusively designed to provide large yachts with the best possible services and facilities, and boasts an array of leading amenities and excellent accessibility.

QDMT is a joint venture between QATARI DIAR and MB92, a Barcelona based operator of marinas, with 95% representation by QATARI DIAR and 5% by MB92. The purchase was made from vendor International Marina Tarragona S.L., a Spanish marina operator.

Wholly owned by the Qatar Investment Authority, QATARI DIAR Real Estate Investment Company was established in December 2005 to support Qatar’s growing economy and to coordinate the countries real-estate development priorities. QATARI DIAR is currently involved in more than 35 projects in more than 20 countries around the world

About Marina Barcelona 92 (MB92):

Marina Barcelona 92 is a company fully dedicated to the yacht industry and provides service refit, repair and maintenance works to more than 70 superyachts per year with overall lengths from 35 up to 180 metres.

The shipyard covers a surface area of 76,000m2 with the following facilities: a 2,000 ton Syncrolift®, a 210 metres Dry dock, a 125 metres paint shed, a 150 ton Travelift, docking repair quays with the capacity to berth 8 yachts up to 110 metres in length, a berthing repair area for six yachts up to 200 metres in length, and a 4,000 ton Syncrolift® which will be operable in 2013.

MB92 has commissioned Mourjan Marinas IGY to drive the global marketing effort and work alongside MB92 to provide Port Tarraco with a fresh injection of luxury marin

About Port Tarraco Marina:

- 64 berths for boats between 30 and 160 metres LOA

- 9 metres draught

- 140m length waiting dock

- Up to 1250 amp power outlets

- Electricity supply, fresh water, Internet, satellite

- CCTV and 24-hour surveillance

- Ship chandler

- Dedicated Customer Service

66m Motor Yacht Hull 211042 by Delta Marine

April 20, 2011

Delta Marine is excited about the construction of a 66-meter motor yacht to be built under the hull number 211042. The new Delta 66m motor yacht will be built for an American family, with an ice strengthened steel hull and composite superstructure and is expected to be delivered in 2013. The yacht is designed by Delta Design Group with interior design by Diane Johnson Design.

66m Superyacht by Delta Marine – Hull number 211042 in build

With remarkable beam and tonnage, the yacht will have expansive interior volume and offer more headroom, greater fuel capacity, and enhanced ability to accommodate extended worldwide cruising.

With naval architecture, space planning and exterior styling by the Delta Design Group, hull 211042 has an impressive size balanced with tailored lines and classic proportions. Her composite superstructure allows for sculpted shapes and accelerating curves. For the owner’s enjoyment of the outdoors, special consideration was given to the outdoor spaces. Most noteworthy are her fold-down beach cabana at the stern with bar, day head and sauna, her extra large sundeck with pool, and a private owner’s deck off the master stateroom.

The interior, of the new Delta 66m superyacht designed by Diane Johnson Design, is defined by expansive windows, nearly floor to ceiling height, overheads as high as 8’ 4”, and grand foyers. While much of the interior and its details are still being designed, the interior will favor traditional classic yacht design with raised paneling, beamed overheads, fluted columns and polished finishes in traditional veneers.

66m Delta motor yacht Hull 211042 Foredeck Owners View

The upper deck of the 66m Motor yacht by Delta Marine is a private owner’s oasis with forward facing stateroom, private deck, salon and office. This arrangement allows for six large guest cabins to be located forward on the main deck and provides incredible views of the outdoors for both owners and guests. The main deck features a grand main salon with nearly floor to ceiling windows and high overheads. Coupled with the low bulwarks, the result is a dramatic and panoramic view of the outside. Also, on the main deck is a theatre. For entertaining both large parties and intimate gatherings, many of the spaces have been designed for flexible use. In addition, each deck has a sizeable pantry for service.

The Superyacht Hull 211042 will be powered by twin Caterpillar 3516 main engines and carrying over 50,000 gallons of fuel, the yacht will have a 5,000 nautical mile range at 12 knots and a maximum speed of 16.8 knots. Quantum Zero Speed stabilizers and a Schottel bow thruster will ensure manoeuvrability and a nice gentle ride both at anchor and underway. Her tender garage with side hull doors and overhead gantry cranes for deployment will stow two inflatable bottom tenders, jet skis and a custom 28’ Italian style launch. The yacht is being built to Lloyd’s Register and LY2.

Transoceanic, seaworthy and efficient, this yacht will allow her owners and guests to safely and enjoyably travel the world’s seas. Stay tuned for more details and her delivery in 2013.

About Delta – Delta Marine is a world leader in composite yacht construction, pioneering the use of composite superstructures on metal hulled yachts. Our reputation for building seaworthy, quality vessels is built on years of experience and the drive to create innovative and beautiful yachts. Complete with a team of naval architects, marine engineers and skilled workers with years of experience in specialized fields, Delta expertly combines traditional craftsmanship and the latest technology. We are located just five minutes from Boeing Field, a private jet center, and 10 minutes from Downtown Seattle.

Frommer’s names Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas amongst Best Cruise Ships of 2011

January 18, 2011

Royal Caribbean International’s Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas have been named on Frommer’s Best Cruise Ships of 2011 list. In particular, the market leader in travel guides and a branded imprint of Wiley Publishing, Inc. cited Allure of the Seas as the newest and most groundbreaking ship with “undoubtedly the best entertainment ship at sea, with truly exceptional programming for both adults and kids.” Judges praised the 225,282 gross-registered-ton, 5,400-guest cruise ship and her sister-ship Oasis of the Seas, for “letting light and air into the center of the ships” via a radical new superstructure design.

Frommer's names Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas amongst Best Cruise Ships of 2011

“We are delighted that Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas are named among Frommer’s Best Cruise Ships of 2011,” said Adam Goldstein, president and CEO of Royal Caribbean International. “Royal Caribbean offers the widest range of exclusive onboard amenities aboard some of the world’s most innovative cruise ships that cater to vacationers of all ages. It is an honor to be recognized by such a respected brand such as Frommer’s.”

Recently released on frommers.com, the annual Best Cruise Ships list has been compiled by Frommer’s resident cruise experts, Matt Hannafin and Heidi Sarna, and reflects the best-reviewed vessels in their new, 7th edition of Frommer’s Cruises & Ports of Call. In total, 20 ships representing nine design classes made it to the 2011 list.

Allure of the Seas shares the title of the world’s largest and most revolutionary cruise ship with sister-ship Oasis of the Seas. With a cache of distinct onboard activities and amenities, Allure of the Seas offers one-of-a-kind entertainment performances, culinary concepts, retail venues and technology innovations. An architectural marvel at sea, Allure’s neighborhoods are divided into seven distinct themed areas, which include Central Park, Boardwalk, the Royal Promenade, the Pool and Sports Zone, Vitality at Sea Spa and Fitness Center, Entertainment Place and Youth Zone. She spans 16 decks, encompasses 225,282 gross registered tons, carries 5,400 guests at double occupancy, and features 2,700 staterooms. Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas alternates a Western Caribbean with an Eastern Caribbean seven-night itinerary from her home port of Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Motor Yacht AIR an 81 m Feadship Superyacht

December 16, 2010

Motor yacht AIR is an 81 metre (265.7 feet) ship which was designed by De Voogts, built by Feadship and is to be launched in Holland in 2011. Feadship Superyacht AIR has her interior design created by Remi Tessier Design and she was built at Koninklijke de Vries Scheepbouw with Naval Architecture by De Voogt and engineering design by De Vries and De Voogt. Yacht Air was built with a steel hull and with an aluminium superstructure.

Feadship’s AIR is one of the benchmark superyachts in a time where there have been significant recent advances in large private yacht design and an evolution of the products, processes and techniques employed in modern yacht building by the best yacht builders in the world. Feadship, with their fine pedigree of shipbuilding and their recent advances in construction technology showcase the latest in modern superyacht production.

: Superyacht AIR a Feadship 81m yacht to be launched in 2011

Luxury yacht Air brings her wonderful ethereal name to her exterior design, the work of Remi Tessier in conjunction with the yacht’s owners. Inside, spaces relate harmoniously with the wall, floor and ceiling structural forms, creating a clean neutrality which is often inspiring. This inspiration also has Art to thank, in many cases, as beautiful artwork has been employed to brilliant effect in punctuating and enhancing M/Y AIR’s lovely interior ambience.

The boat’s interior is large and spacious, in the common areas such as saloon and dining room, and these flow naturally outside through large window and open doorway to similarly generous outdoor entertainment areas on aft and sundeck. At 81 metres in length, and with a beam of 11.6 metres, there is plenty of space for luxurious relaxation. The vessel easily accommodates her 12 guest in 6 roomy staterooms, including the owner suite. All accommodations are fully ensuited. M/Y AIR has a fully certified heli pad which can, should a client require, be used for commercially operated aircraft.

Needless to say, the Air superyacht has a first rate international crew, headed up by Captain Mark Finch and Captain Stephen Warren, which is able to tend to guests’ every need, requirement and desire.

The Feadship AIR yacht will be crusing the Mediterranean and Europe in the summer of 2011.

Please contact us for more information.

Specifications for Yacht AIR:

LOA: 81m

LWL: 72.6
Beam: 11.6
Draught: 3.55

Builder of Yacht AIR: Koninklijke de Vries Scheepbouw (Feadship)
Exterior Design: De Voogts
Naval Architecture: De Voogts
Engineering Design: De Vries / De Voogts
Interior Design: Remi Tessier Design

Construction: Steel hull, Aluminium Superstructure
Classification: Lloyds Maltese Cross 100A1-SSC Yacht (p) Mono, G6 LMC, UMS
Speed: 17 knot max 15 knots Cruise
Range 5000 Nautical Miles
Engines/power Generation: 3 x C18 Caterpillar 350 Kilowatts, 1 x C9 Cat 250 KW

Gross Tonnage: 1,700
Guest Accommodation: 14 in 6 cabins including owner
Crew accommodation: 20 crew in 12 cabins, plus Captain
Propellers: 5 blade by Wartsila
Shafts: Akerboom Oil Bath
Gearboxes: Reinjes
Stabalisers: 2 x Quantum XT Zero Speed
Bowthruster: Van de Velden 250kw
Monitorin System: Imtech
Electrical: Imtech
Audio Visual Entertainment System: Kalidescape with Ipad & I Pod

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