The Palumbo Shipyard has signed a contract for the construction of a 40m yacht, the Columbus Sport 130’ Hybrid superyacht. The Shipyard is also building another 60m superyacht called the Columbus Classic 200’. Born to meld together the love and passion for the together with the respect of marine environment, the Columbus Sport 130’ Hybrid…
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Environmentally friendly Columbus 177′ motor yacht Prima awarded RINA Green Star Plus
September 28, 2011
The Columbus 177 superyacht Prima has been awarded the RINA Green Star Plus, recognizing her environmentally friendly commitment. The notation class is based on an environmental performance index which covers all aspects of the vessel’s impact on the environment, most importantly carbon emissions. The RINA Green Star Plus award for motor yacht Prima, alreay a…
New Columbus 125’ Hybrid motor yacht by Palumbo Shipyard sold to Russian Buyer
September 06, 2011
Just three months after the launch of superyacht PRIMA, a Russian Buyer has made a firm order to Palumbo Shipyard for the construction and delivery of a Columbus 125’ Hybrid motor yacht by August 2013. The Russian client represented by broker Jimmy Broddesson of Bluewater Yachting also has the option to buy the second hull…
A new season for the Palumbo Malta Superyacht Facilities
August 23, 2011
The Palumbo Group has yet reached another successful milestone. After a year of the Group’s successful internationalization of its services from Messina and Naples to the Malta Shipyard, an area covering 270,000m2, the Group recently acquired the Malta Superyacht Facilities. The superyacht Yard is fully in operation and has in a few weeks carried out…
Superyacht Intelligence Agency launches study to assess the economic impact of the superyacht industry.
July 26, 2011
The Superyacht Intelligence agency has launched a survey called the Economic Impact Report Survey 2011 which they hope will help them to assess the economic impact of the superyacht industry. Thousands of superyacht industry members have been asked to take the online survey, providing data for the global study. Areas of analysis includes  industrial, financial, employment, manufacturing…
Atlas Carbon launches telescopic passerelle for superyachts
July 13, 2011
Atlas Carbon has launched the Atlas telescopic 5 metre manual carbon passerelle, following on from the popular Atlas Carbon Davits product and at the request from a Superyacht Client. The telescopic passerelle for superyachts is designed to enable a boarding platform with flexible positions to accommodate different docking options. Both lightweight and easily adjustable the…
The Jury of the 64th Cannes Film Festival 2011
April 21, 2011
The Jury of the 64th Festival de Cannes, also known as the Cannes Film Festival presided over by Robert De Niro, the American actor, director and producer welcomes to its ranks the following Jury members:
Palumbo acquires Malta Superyacht Shipyard
March 23, 2011
Palumbo Shipyard, an Italian company headquartered in Naples, signed a 30 year deal with the Malta government for the acquisition of Malta Super Yacht Services (MSYS) now called Palumbo Malta Shipyard. Palumbo Group has taken over the yard this week, after having been declared the preferred bidder for the tender to acquire Malta Superyacht Services in late 2010.
64th Cannes Film Festival: Robert De Niro, President of the Jury
January 06, 2011
The American actor, director and producer Robert De Niro will be President of the Jury of the 64th Festival de Cannes, also known as the Cannes Film Festival due to take place from May 11th to 22th 2011.When he accepted the invitation, Robert De Niro said: “The Cannes Film Festival is a rare opportunity for me as it is one of the oldest and one of the best in the world.”
Motor Yacht Solemates by Lurssen offers Ipad controlled systems for charterers
January 05, 2011
Yacht Solemates, a 60m (196′ 10″) German built Lurssen superyacht launched in 2010 is the first yacht of its kind to offer charter clients control of its various high-tech systems via iPad. The Ipad device controls the onboard entertainment, climate and lighting and blind systems and is even able summons crewmembers to bring canapĂ©s and refreshments.
A 65 metre super yacht FAMILY DAY launched by Codecasa
April 28, 2010
The 65 metre superyacht Family Day was launched recently by the shipyard Codecasa. The owner of the Cantieri Navali Codecasa in Viareggio, Fulvio Codecasa, introduced the newest motor yacht Family Day, Codecasa 65 Hull S 71 with the following words: “With her 65 metres of LOA, 18 knots speed in absolute comfort, her elegant interior…
Superyacht Princess Claudia Launched by Sanlorenzo Shipyard in Viareggio
April 28, 2010
The Sanlorenzo 40 Alloy, Princess Claudia was recently launched by SanLorenzo shipyard. The 4th hull in the sensational line of the fast aluminium superyachts, with a planning hull built by Sanlorenzo Shipyard in Viareggio measures 40 metres and has a beam measuring 7.90 metres. Absolute innovation are the characteristics of the Princess Claudia superyacht, which…
The new 44 metre superyacht design revealed by P.B. Behage
April 26, 2010
P.B. Behage, the Dutch superyacht desginer, have unveiled their new 44 metre superyacht design for a classic superyacht, under the project name Project Nostalgic. Project Nostalgic is a long range superyacht (5000 nm) designed for cruising in luxury. She will accommodate up to 10 guest, with a large owner’s stateroom on the main deck, including…
Perini Navi SuperYacht Sloop FIVEA launched yesterday
April 26, 2010
The Perini Navi superyacht sloop Fivea was launched yesterday during a private ceremony A selected group of people gathered at the Picchiotti site for the launch of the 48th yacht in the Italian yard’s history and the third in its 45 metre (148 ft) series created by Ron Holland. All three yachts in the 45…
The 45 metre superyacht Fivea launch by Perini Navi Group
April 23, 2010
The Perini Navi Group has announced the launch of the beautiful yacht Fivea. THe 45 metre sloop Fivea is the 48th unit in the fleet and the third of the 45 metres steel hull series. The launching ceremony will take place on the 24th of April at Perini Navi’s Picchiotti facility. Fivea superyacht is the…
Interior design of the Sanlorenzo SuperYacht Lady Jane
April 20, 2010
Earlier on this month we brought you the news about the launch of the two Sanlorenzo SD 92 superyachts, Lady Jane and Genie 2. Now, about a week later, the UK based design company Stephen Huish Yacht Design released some images and information about the interior of one of the yachts, Lady Jane. As mentioned…
Superyacht Ipharra launched by Sunreef
April 16, 2010
Sunreef Yachts has announced yesterday the launch of their very first superyacht, the 102 Double Deck Ipharra. She was launched in the presents of her proud Sunreef team yesterday in Gdansk, Poland. At 11am a massive floating crane arrived to Sunreef docks, then the super yacht Ipharra was lifted and launched by the dock at…
60 metre SuperYacht Mimtee launched by CRN
April 14, 2010
CRN Shipyard of Ancona has launched their new 60 metre superyacht Mimtee. It is the fifth 60 metre hull to come out of CRN since 2005. The superyacht Mimtee was sold to the owner by company’s Middle East agent, Sea Pros, who also are responsible for numeral sales over the past few years. Amongst the…
Richmond Yachts Launches the new superyacht Status Quo
April 13, 2010
Superyacht Status Quo is the latest yacht to be launched by Richmond Yachts, not only that, it is also their largest yacht ever built and the largest yacht ever built in Canada. Status Quo measures 150 feet and hit the waters on Saturday. Ward Setzer is responsible for the hull and styling of the yacht…
Meya Meya custom yacht launched by Logos
April 01, 2010
The Turkish yard LOGOS have launched their fifth custom yacht Meya Meya, which means one hundred percent. Meya Meya is a 35 metre motor yacht, currently undergoing finishing work and sea trials before her delivery to her owners in June 2010. Ed Fry of Fryco-USA are the people responsible for the naval architecture and the…
