With only ten days to go until this year’s eagerly awaited World Superyacht Awards, the sponsors of this prestigious event, to be held at the magnificent Çırağan Palace Kempinski in Istanbul, have been presented. One of these is the respected Turkish shipyard Proteksan Turquoise, a builder of 73m mega yacht Vicky.
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Safe Harbor Maritime Academy’s Summer Mega Yacht School aboard 114ft motor yacht AMAZING GRACE
April 09, 2013
A limited number of adolescent boys, ages 15-17, have a unique chance to spend their summer aboard the 114ft Derecktor superyacht Amazing Grace, thanks to the exclusive Summer Mega Yacht School, organised by the Florida-based Safe Harbor Maritime Academy.
Les Voiles de Saint Barth 2013 to kick off in two weeks
March 25, 2013
Set to run from April 8 to 13, this year’s 4th edition of Les Voiles de St Barth will be hosting the luxury vessels built by renowned Nautor’s Swan, including the 100-foot superyacht Varsovie. Registrations to compete are open until April 8.
Luxury yachts SALPERTON and BOLERO win Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous 2013
March 23, 2013
The final day of the 2013 Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous saw the overall victory of the 45-metre luxury charter yacht Salperton as well as the 22-metre sailing yacht Bolero.
Rolex Swan Cup Caribbean to kick off today
March 11, 2013
The Rolex Swan Cup Caribbean will commence today, on March 11, hosting an impressive fleet of Swan yachts. The largest luxury vessel to compete will be the 100-foot superyacht Varsovie.
Bruce Johnson and Rockport Marine designed sailing yacht W.123 by W-Class Yacht Company to debut at the 2012 FLIBS
October 22, 2012
Making her debut at the upcoming Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, the latest W.123 superyacht is one of the three new designs, making part of the W-Class Yacht Company’s expanding family. She is developed by Bruce Johnson, former chief designer of Sparkman & Stephens, and Rockport Marine Yacht Design.
Sparkman & Stephens designed 39-metre motor yacht SAFIRA launched by Tyneside Yachts
October 17, 2012
The Florida-based shipyard, Tyneside Yachts, has recently launched the 39-metre superyacht Safira. Making her debut at the upcoming Antigua Charter Yacht Show, she comfortably sleeps up to 10 guests in 5 lovely cabins.
Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez 2012: Sailing yacht AVEL wins the Rolex Trophy
October 08, 2012
For the second year in a row, the splendid sailing yacht Avel won the Rolex Trophy at the 2012 Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez. Awarded to the best performing yacht over 16 metres in length on deck in the Tradition division, Avel triumphed over Lady Anne, Skylark as well as Marigold yachts.
Sailing Yacht Manitou shines at the Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez
October 05, 2012
Sailing yacht Manitou could be described as the vessel encapsulating the fabled allure of the 2012 Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez taking place on the southern coast of France these days.
Special rate for the New England charter yacht AXIA by Palmer Johnson
August 17, 2012
Luxury sailing yacht AXIA is currently available in New England for a great price and two additional free nights if booked for one week. She is an excellent charter yacht with accommodation for 8-9 guests in total.
RMK Marine to attend Monaco Yacht Show with the 45m superyacht KARIA on display
July 19, 2012
Measuring 45 meters in length, the luxury motor yacht Karia by RMK Marine will be on display at the upcoming Monaco Yacht Show. Ron Holland designed, this spectacular vessel can comfortably sleep up to 12 guests in her light, airy as well as versatile interiors.
Pendennis Cup 2012: Ed Dubois wins class aboard sailing yacht Firebrand
July 10, 2012
It was a great success for Ed Dubois, racing in this year’s Pendennis Cup aboard superyacht Firebrand. He won in his class, competing with such beautiful vessels as Mikado superyacht as well as sailing yacht Tomahawk.
45m Granocean motor yacht Monoposto 147 concept with naval architecture by S&S
May 16, 2012
The Hong Kong builder Granocean presents its latest 45m luxury motor yacht Monoposto 147, with three different layout options. With naval architecture by well known US studio Sparkman & Stephens, this exceptional vessel is a wonderful long range commuter.
New Spirit Yachts/Sparkman & Stephens 42.4m J-Class sailing yacht CHEVEYO J1
March 15, 2012
New Spirit Yachts/Sparkman&Stephens 42.4m sailing yacht CHEVEYO J1 will be the truest interpretation of the splendour of the J-Class for the modern age, reflecting the very close history of competition between the US and the UK during the heyday of the J-Class era, which is once again flourishing in today’s modern age.
RMK Marine´s New 56m Sailing Yacht Concept based on the 52m Superyacht Nazenin V designed by Sparkman & Stephens
March 13, 2012
RMK Marine has presented a new 56m sailing yacht concept based on the 52m Superyacht Nazenin V, which received the Judges Special Commendation prize at the prominent World Superyacht Awards in 2010. The new 56m RMK superyacht will offer luxurious accommodation to 8 guests in 4 lovely staterooms.
1930 sailing yacht Dorade wins class at St Maarten Heineken Regatta
March 06, 2012
1930 sailing yacht Dorade, designed by Stephens & Sparkman wins class at the St Maarten Heineken Regatta in fresh conditions.
1930 Sailing yacht Dorade refitted and ready for the 2012 Caribbean regatta season
February 18, 2012
The famous Sparkman & Stephens 1930 yawl, sailing yact Dorade, has proudly entered the 2012 Caribbean regatta season after a major restoration in the USA. She will then returns to ocean racing – with yacht and crew in tune. Dorade has emerged from a major restoration in the USA. Expense was not spared as the…
Front Street Shipyard unveils the Front Street 118 and Front Street 130 yacht designs by Sparkman & Stephens
September 29, 2011
Front Street Shipyard in collaboration with yacht design studio Sparkman & Stephens unveil the FS 118 sloop and the FS 130 yacht.
Sparkman & Stephens New York Office Moves to Greenwich, Connecticut
September 14, 2011
Sparkman & Stephens are pleased to announce that after 82 years of continuous operation in New York City, their New York design and brokerage office has relocated to Greenwich, Connecticut. Mention Greenwich, Connecticut, anywhere and chances are most people will have heard of it. It is the premier town along what is often referred to…
Sailing yacht Sleighride refitted to an Adam Voorhees Design
August 01, 2011
Sailing yacht Sleighride, a sloop originally designed by Sparkman & Stephens and built in a joint venture between Eric Goetz of Bristol, Rhode Island (composite work) and Robert E. Derecktor of Mamaroneck, New York (joinery and systems). Launched in 1996, S/Y Sleighride is undertaking a major refit at Westerly Marine in California with her new…
