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2011 Nautical Design Awards: Prestige 500 motor yacht wins “Best Motor Yacht” under 24 m

October 27, 2011

The official awards ceremony of the NAUTICAL DESIGN AWARDS, held in the European design capital of Milan, Italy, on Thursday, October 20th 2011. During the ceremony, the Prestige 500 flybridge motor yacht was awarded the title of “Best Motor Yacht” in the category of yachts under 24 meters in length.

2011 Nautical Design Awards Prestige 500 motor yacht wins “Best Motor Yacht” under 24 m

2011 Nautical Design Awards Prestige 500 motor yacht wins “Best Motor Yacht” under 24 m

Organized by Yacht & Sail Magazine and the Italian Industrial Design Association, the Nautical Design Awards represent the world’s most prestigious honour in the field of nautical design.

Selected by an independent jury composed of designers, Italian business leaders and boat owners, the NAUTICAL DESIGN AWARDS recognize exceptional yachts demonstrating the perfect marriage of beauty and functionality.

Winning this coveted award for the PRESTIGE 500 yacht further confirms the success of the new PRESTIGE brand.

Prestige 500 motor yacht

Prestige 500 motor yacht

Prestige 500 motor yacht

Prestige 500 motor yacht

This new model for 2011, first launched in Düsseldorf, Germany, won the trophy for “Best Interior Design” in the category of motor yachts of 50 feet in length in September at the World Yachts Trophies Awards in Cannes, France. She is also nominated for the title of “European Powerboat of the Year 2012” in the category of yachts over 45 feet in length.

The clean lines and dynamic style of the Prestige 500 Fly comes at no cost to the quality of life onboard. She is designed to offer multiple, comfortable living areas for the entire crew.  The wide flybridge includes an inviting forward living space for lounging and relaxation, which can be transformed into a true terrace.

The open cockpit, the interior saloon, the comfortable helm station and the generously sized cabins are all designed for easy, relaxed gatherings, while also allowing space for privacy.

Motor Yacht Satori awarded two World Yacht Trophies and the Prix du Design

October 07, 2011

The luxury superyachts worldwide known Dutch builder Heesen Yachts is pleased to communicate that Motor Yacht Satori has recently been awarded two World Yacht Trophies in Cannes and the prominent Prix du Design in Monaco.

Heesen Yachts receives two World Yacht Trophies in Cannes and Prix du Design award in Monaco for the motor yacht Satori

Heesen Yachts receives two World Yacht Trophies in Cannes and Prix du Design award in Monaco for the motor yacht Satori

Luxury yacht Satori is the first of Heesen’s new 50m aluminium class. Delivered last May and officially christened during the Monaco Grand Prix, has been cruising extensively in the Mediterranean.

Heesen Yachts receives two World Yacht Trophies in Cannes and Prix du Design award in Monaco for the superyacht Satori

Heesen Yachts receives two World Yacht Trophies in Cannes and Prix du Design award in Monaco for the superyacht Satori

The World Yacht Trophies ceremony took place at the Carlton Beach, Cannes in mid-September. Satori yacht was competing in the category Custom Yachts under 50m and she won both the Best Design and Best Layout and Decoration awards. Fabio Ermetto, Sales and Marketing Director at Heesen Yachts, collected the prizes and commented:

“I am honoured to receive these two prizes on behalf of the Owner. Satori yacht is a beautiful vessel. Her clean, distinctive design and perfect execution are the result of incredible team work. Thank you to the Owner for his vision, to Rémi Tessier for his creativity, and to the Heesen staff for their incredible ingenuity.”

Prix du Design awarded to Heesen Yachts for Motor Yacht Satori

Prix du Design awarded to Heesen Yachts for Motor Yacht Satori

The Prix du Design ceremony took place on board MY Satori yacht herself whilst docked at Quai des Etats Unis during the XXI Monaco Yacht Show. HSH Prince Albert of Monaco, Gaëlle Tallarida – GM of the show – and Anna Becker from Nymphenburg, presented luxury yacht Satori’s Owner with the Prix du Design.

The stunning trophy, the Volute Bowl, is a unique piece of ceramic designed by Ted Muheling and entirely hand crafted at the Nymphenburg atelier in Munich.

World YachtTrophies

World YachtTrophies

Currently, eleven yachts, whose combined lengths total some 534 metres, will be delivered to their owners up to 2015 by Heesen Yachts. With designs driven by the latest technology, Heesen continues to epitomise state-of-the-art yacht-building.

PERI 41T Motor yacht Bibich Too awarded two World Yacht Trophies in Cannes

September 21, 2011

Peri Yachts have announced that they are the proud winner of the World Yacht Trophies Award 2011 for “Best Design” and “Most Innovative”  Fly bridge over 24 meters with the new high-tech Peri 41T motor yacht Bibich Too, the flagship and crowning glory of the Peri range.

PERI 41T Motor yacht by Peri Yachts awarded two World Yacht Trophies in Cannes

PERI 41T Motor yacht by Peri Yachts awarded two World Yacht Trophies in Cannes

The awards were presented at the Gala Dinner organized by Lux Media group during the 2011 Cannes International Boat Show at the famous  Hotel Carlton Intercontinental beach terrace, attended by important personalities of the international yachting world. Selcuk Kocak, designer of the Peri 41T and head of Scaro Design received the awards in the name of the shipyard.

Selcuk Kocak, designer of the Peri 41T and head of Scaro Design received the awards on behalf of Peri Yachts

Selcuk Kocak, designer of the Peri 41T and head of Scaro Design received the awards on behalf of Peri Yachts

Since entering the superyacht arena in 2005, Peri Yachts have gone from strength to strength. The yachts, typified by their sleek racy lines and dramatically spacious decks and interiors, combined with a fanatical attention to detail, express sophisticated modern luxury. Despite their low-lying, aerodynamic lines, Peri’s high-tech composite superyachts are used to enjoying a high profile at Cannes. Peri has already twice carried off the prestigious “World Yacht Trophies” award for “Best interior decoration for flybridge yachts over 24 metres”, for its 29 metre and 37 metre models in previous years.

PERI 41T Motor yacht by Peri Yachts

PERI 41T Motor yacht by Peri Yachts

The 41T superyacht was conceived by a formidable team. Scaro Design, Istanbul’s award-winning design group, created her external lines and her interior, while the UK’s renowned Dixon Yacht Design engineered her V planing hull. The 41T is powered by twin MTU 12V4000 M93L 3,450hp engines to reach a top speed of 23 knots and has a range of 1,250 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 17 knots.

Meanwhile, the Peri shipyard in Antalya has never been busier. There are five of the company’s high-performance, composite superyachts under construction: the second Peri 41T yacht, sistership of the award winning Peri 41T superyacht Bibich Too, will be finished by next year, as will three new examples of the 29-metre, the award-winning entry-level line. Furthermore, the latest 37-metre, also an award-winner and darling of the Côte d’Azur, has just been completed and is offered for sale.

Award winning 145’ Benetti Vision motor yacht Told u So by Molori Design at the 2011 Monaco Yacht Show

September 18, 2011

Motor yacht Told u So, a 145‘Benetti Vision designed by Molori Design  that was seen as the star of the show at the 2011 World Yacht Trophies in Cannes, has set sail today to take part in the 2011 Monaco Yacht Show. Launched earlier this year in Viareggio, Italy, superyacht Told u So is a collaboration between the leading luxury lifestyle group Molori Design and renowned Italia  yacht makers Benetti Yachts.

Award winning 145’ Benetti Vision motor yacht Told u So by Molori Design at the 2011 Monaco Yacht Show

Award winning 145’ Benetti Vision motor yacht Told u So by Molori Design at the 2011 Monaco Yacht Show

Kirk Lazarus & Motor Yacht TOLD u SO win for BEST INTERIOR DESIGN at the 2011 World Yacht Trophies in Cannes

Kirk Lazarus & Motor Yacht TOLD u SO win for BEST INTERIOR DESIGN at the 2011 World Yacht Trophies in Cannes

Having wowed the prestigious panel of experts in Cannes at the 2011 World Yacht Trophies who awarded M/Y Told u So the trophy for ‘Best Interior Design’, citing the incredible detail, sophistication and originality; Molori Design’s Told u So yacht aims to impress the expected 30,000 visitors to this year’s show in Monaco.

Upon receiving the award in Cannes, designer and founder of Molori Design Kirk Lazarus commented, “We believe Told u So represents the seamless integration of Molori Design’s hallmark use of cutting edge technology, superior standards of elegance and comfort with Benetti’s exceptional craftsmanship”.

Benetti Yacht Told u So’s design incorporates the highest quality wood, marble and fine fabrics from around the world in the 145ft super yacht’s five individually styled suites. “Our aim was to seamlessly fuse luxury, style and technology with inspirational, eclectic design touches,” said Lazarus.

MY TOLD U SO - Owner’s Suite

MY TOLD U SO - Owner’s Suite

Told u So will be in Monaco from 21st to 24th September. Private viewings are available via appointment. Interviews with Told u So creative visionary, designer and owner Kirk Lazarus are available on request. Please contact: Roman@molori.com

On close of the summer season, charter yacht Told u So will set sail to the Indian Ocean where the maritime home will grace the shores of the Maldives. Included with the charter will be exclusive use of a private island with white sand beaches and a sensational lagoon perfect for scuba diving and snorkeling; whilst on the island, guests will be treated to their own day spa and private chef with alfresco dining.

Benetti Vision 145 motor yacht Told U So by Benetti Yachts and Molori Design.

Benetti Vision 145 motor yacht Told U So by Benetti Yachts and Molori Design.

About Molori Design

Founded in 2007, Molori Design’s range of projects has included a safari lodge in the Madikwe Game Reserve, South Africa; private beaches in Cape Town and the Great Barrier Reef, Australia and the latest addition, a beach house in Santa Monica, California. The Molori portfolio has also expanded to a fleet that includes an Executive Boeing 727-200, two Gulfstream GII, a Learjet 25C, a Hawker 700 and a Bell 222 helicopter – all furnished and decorated according to the precise specifications of the owner Kirk Lazarus.

About Motor yacht Told u So

Specifications:

Length Overall: 145 Feet (45 meters) Beam: 29.5 Feet (8.96m) Draft: 9.2 Feet (2.8 m)

Gross Tonnage (ITC ’69): 456GT Net Tonnage (ITC ’69): 136GT Built: Benetti Vision; 2011, Viareggio,

Italy Engines: 2 x 1360hp CAT (C32 Acert) Cruising Speed: 14kn Guests: 10 Persons Crew: 12 Persons

Max Speed: 15kn Range at 12 knots: 4,000nm

Water Sports

Maori 50ft Tender Told u Twice with 2 350hp Cummins engines Novurania Chase 38 w/ twin Volvo D4 300HP DS DP Novurania Equator 540 w/ inboard Volvo D3-200 for water-ski and wakeboarding. 2 Sea Bob Caygo F7 2 Yamaha VXS 2011 Wave Runner 2 Kite Surfers, 2 Laird paddle boards, wakeboards, water skis, wake surf boards, tubes, floats & various water toys. Top-of-the-line fishing & deep sea fishing equipment Scuba equipment for 4

Special Features:

2 Zero speed stabilizers; plunge pool/Jacuzzi on the sun deck; 6 person Jacuzzi and sun deck outside of Owner’s suite; steam room in the owner’s suite; rain showers in all suites; iPad controlled; privacy curtains on the sun deck.

Designer/Furnishings/Interiors:

Tiers:

• Exterior – Sun Deck with plunge pool, BBQ and entertaining area

• Top Tier – Sky Lounge, indoor/outdoor dining area with retractable glass walls

• Tier Two – Main Salon, Owner’s Suite (Super King + Sleeper Sofa) with private Jacuzzi for 6, sun deck and steam shower

• Tier One – Four Guest Suites, including The White Suite(King bed); Red Suite (King

Bed); Caramel Suite (King Bed + Single); Ivory Suite (2 Doubles + Single)

About the 21st Monaco Yacht Show

The 21st Monaco Yacht Show runs from Wednesday 21 to Saturday 24 September 2011 Under the High Patronage of His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco, the show presents the greatest showcase of luxury yachting in the world