The recently launched Jarrett Bay 77 motor yacht Blank Check (hull 56) has reached an impressive speed of 42,6 knots at her sea trial. She is scheduled for delivery shortly before participating in the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament, starting in a few short weeks.
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Westport 164 motor yacht Hull 5011 launched by Westport Yachts
May 17, 2013
The all-new Westport 164 superyacht Hull 5011 has recently hit the water at Westport Yachts in the USA. She is designed by acclaimed Donald Starkey, just like her sisterships, including motor yacht Annastar (hull 5010), delivered last year.
ISA announces new office in the USA
May 15, 2013
Celebrating its 12th anniversary this year, the prestigious Italian luxury yacht manufacturer, ISA (International Shipyards Ancona) has inaugurated its North American operations, with a new office in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA. Edward R Sacks has been named as its President.
Video of newly launched Jarrett Bay 77 motor yacht BLANK CHECK (hull 56) undergoing sea trials
May 15, 2013
The latest Jarrett Bay 77 luxury yacht Blank Check (hull 56) was successfully launched earlier this year. At the moment going through her first sea trials, Blank Check will soon fish at the world’s largest marlin tournament – the Big Rock, running in June 2013.
America’s Cup 2013: Experts appointed to Review Committee
May 15, 2013
The training and racing of AC72 yachts in the 2013 America’s Cup will be monitored by a panel of experts, named to the Review Committee. The announcement follows the tragic death of Artemis Racing crew member Andrew ‘Bart’ Simpson.
Luxury sailing yacht LEOPARD 3 at Dennis Conner’s North Cove in NYC
May 14, 2013
Last week saw the Dennis Conner’s North Cove in New York City host the 100-foot charter yacht Leopard 3. She left on Saturday, May 11, heading to the lovely yacht charter destination – the Solent in England.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to release $120,897 for Front Street Shipyard
May 14, 2013
The prominent yacht yard, Front Street Shipyard, will be awarded with a $120,897 grant, to be provided by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, in order to add 12 new slips with shorepower on the dock face, as well as five 40-foot harbor floats.
A very successful Marlow Marine Cruising Club 18th Annual Spring Rendezvous
May 14, 2013
Positioned in the popular US yacht charter location – Florida, the Ocean Reef Club played a host to the Marlow Marine Cruising Club 18th Annual Spring Rendezvous, running from April 25 to 28, 2013. The event was a huge success.
Palmer Johnson Launches its Flagship – PJ 210 mega yacht LADY M (Project Stimulus, PJ264)
May 14, 2013
The brand-new PJ 210 superyacht Lady M (Project Stimulus, PJ264) has been launched as its flagship by the prominent US manufacturer, Palmer Johnson. She will leave the yard at the end of May to continue her journey in the popular summer yacht charter destination – the Mediterranean.
Images of LADY M yacht (Project Stimulus, PJ264) featuring DuraShield SuperYacht glazing
May 13, 2013
Images of the recently launched superyacht Lady M, Hull N°1 of PJ210 designed by Nuvolari Lenard and built by Palmer Johnson, show the yacht shortly before her launch featuring DuraShield SuperYacht glazing.
Palmer Johnson launch 65m PJ210/1 motor yacht LADY M (Project Stimulus)
May 13, 2013
The first PJ210 superyacht Lady M, previously known as Project Stimulus, was successfully launched at Palmer Johnson on Saturday, May 11, 2013. She is designed by bespoke Italian design firm, Nuvolari Lenard.
Francis Joyon and his trimaran yacht IDEC to visit Dennis Conner’s North Cove
May 12, 2013
Positioned in the popular American yacht charter destination – New York, the Dennis Conner’s North Cove superyacht marina will be hosting Francis Joyon and his 97-foot trimaran yacht IDEC, set to arrive today, on May 12, 2013.
America’s Cup Director tasked with running fact-finding mission
May 11, 2013
America’s Cup Director Ian Murray is currently conducting a review into the circumstances surrounding the capsize of the Artemis Racing AC72 yacht.
America’s Cup Director Iain Murray to lead review following tragic death of Artemis Racing crewmember
May 10, 2013
America’s Cup Director Iain Murray will lead a review following tragic loss of Artemis Racing crewman Andrew Simpson.
America’s Cup Artemis Racing sailor Andrew Simpson passes away in training accident
May 10, 2013
British Olympian as well as America’s Cup Artemis Racing sailor, Andrew ‘Bart’ Simpson, has died after a capsize, as confirmed with immense sadness by Artemis Racing today.
New Newport Shipyard 500 Metric Ton Marine Travelift to be delivered on May 29
May 10, 2013
All-new Newport Shipyard 500 Metric Ton Marine Travelift is scheduled for delivery on May 29, 2013. To be the largest Travelift operating in New England, it will be fully operational by June 21.
Nordhavn 86 expedition yacht REST ASSURED delivered
May 10, 2013
The prominent US shipyard, Nordhavn, successfully handed over its 9th Nordhavn 86 explorer yacht Rest Assured to her new owner in April 2013. She features lovely accommodation for 8 guests in total.
Lazzara Yachts launch all-new motor yacht LSX92
May 10, 2013
The prominent US builder, Lazzara Yachts, has just launched its latest LSX92 yacht. To be showcased at the upcoming Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show, she features lovely accommodation in 4 magnificent staterooms.
YachtAid Global chosen as Charitable Partner of Newport Charter Yacht Show for Second Year
May 09, 2013
For the second year running, ‘YachtAid Global’ has been appointed as the non-profit partner of the Newport Charter Yacht Show. The 2013 event will run from June 17 to 20.
President of Boksa Marine Design to attend American Superyacht Forum 2013
May 09, 2013
Nick Boksa, president of Boksa Marine Design, will be on hand at the upcoming American Superyacht Forum to discuss the state of the American yacht market.
