2012 February

News Archive

Heesen Yachts – the Main Sponsor of the Synergy Team for the 2012 RC44 Championship

February 06, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Heesen Yachts, the Dutch luxury superyacht builder will be the main sponsor of the Synergy team for this year´s RC44 Championship. ... read full story

Nautor’s Swan appoints Luca Lucheschi as its new Commercial Director for 2012

February 06, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Nautor’s Swan has chosen its new Commercial Director for 2012. It has become young and forward focused Luca Lucheschi. ... read full story

Dubois designed 46m sailing yacht Hull 3067 in build by Vitters Shipyard due for completion in 2013

February 06, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Dubois designed 46m luxury sailing yacht Hull 3067 is currently in build by Vitters Shipyard. This beautiful vessel features stunning interior by New Cruise Design and is due for completion in 2013. ... read full story

New 120´ Motor Yacht by Jade Yachts due to be launched in 2013

February 06, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

New 120´ luxury expedition yacht, currently in build by Jade Yachts is due to be launched in 2013. She will offer accommodation to 10 guests, looked after by a 7-member crew. ... read full story

Marina Ibiza: a Superyacht marina with the most exclusive Concierge Service in the Mediterranean

February 06, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Marina Ibiza is the most fashionable Superyacht marina in the Mediterranean, providing a Concierge Service, an exclusive service that no other port in the Mediterranean offers. ... read full story

115´ Motor Yacht by Nordlund Boat Company

February 06, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 115´ luxury motor yacht, currently under construction by Nordlund Boat Company is a stunning vessel, featuring naval architecture by R. Edwin Monk Naval Architect PLLC, structural design by Tim Nolan Marine Design and lovely interior by Ardeo Design. ... read full story

Horizon E88 motor yacht ARABELLA II set to be delivered by the end of February 2012

February 06, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The E88 Skylounge motor yacht Arabella II by Horizon Yachts is set to be delivered by end of February 2012. It will be her debut in the European market. ... read full story

New Riva 63´ Virtus Yacht: The Biggest Riva Open is Born

February 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

New Riva 63´ Virtus yacht is the largest open boat created by the shipyard, represented by an unmistakable style and a distinctly Mediterranean character. ... read full story

Works in progress on the 60 Sunreef Power yacht and the Sunreef 82 Double Deck superyacht both with launch date in mid-2012

February 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Works are currently in progress on the 60 Sunreef Power yacht and the luxury catamaran yacht Sunreef 82 Double Deck, developed by the well-known Polish shipyard Sunreef. Both stunning vessels are due to be launched in mid-2012 and will be premiered at the 2012 Cannes International Boat Show. ... read full story

Three version motor yacht Pacific Class by Monaco Yachting & Technologies

February 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The luxury motor yacht Pacific Class, created by Monaco Yachting & Technologies is a stunning vessel, featuring highest comfort, safety as well as environmentally friendly electric propulsion technology and is available in three versions: 22m, 27m and 30m. ... read full story

New ISA 54.5m Motor Yacht Project Panorama due to be delivered in June 2014

February 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

New 54.5m luxury motor yacht Project Panorama, is the latest concept developed by the Italian yacht builder ISA. This spectacular vessel will offer 5 lovely staterooms and is due to be delivered in June 2014. ... read full story

Horizon Motor Yacht CC105 and V74 Yacht Shipping to Florida East Coast for Palm Beach Boat Show

February 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Motor yacht CC105 and V74 yacht, built by the Hong Kong´s renowned shipyard Horizon Yachts are shipping to Florida East Coast, where both stunning vessels will be on display at this year´s Palm Beach Boat Show, held in March 22-25, 2012. ... read full story

Horizon RP120 super yacht MUSES and the P136 luxury yacht ANGARA Finalists in 2012 World Superyacht Awards

February 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Horizon RP120 super yacht MUSES and the P136 luxury yacht Angara are among the Finalists for the 2012 World Superyacht Awards, held in May 5, 2012 in Istanbul, Turkey at the Ciragan Palace Kempinski. ... read full story

Riva Aquariva yacht tender by Marc Newson presented at the 36th Arte Fiera, Bologna, Italy

February 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Riva Aquariva yacht tender, created by famous Australian designer Marc Newson in partnership with well-known Officina Italian Design, was presented by Riva at the 36th edition of Arte Fiera, in Bologna, Italy, held in January 27-30, 2012. ... read full story

New CMC Marine Website Now Online

February 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

CMC Marine, the new industry reality for stabilization fins and bow thrusters for recreational and passenger vessels over 18 metres has launched its new website. ... read full story

92m Superyacht Mayan Queen IV by Blohm + Voss in Marlborough, New Zealand

February 03, 2012

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 92m superyacht Mayan Queen IV, built in 2008 by Blohm + Voss in Germany is currently cruising in New Zealand and was recently spotted anchored up in the beautiful Marlborough Sounds.  The impressive 92m (302 ft) motor yacht Mayan Queen IV is able to accommodate up to 16 guests and has a total of... ... read full story

Nautor’s Swan enjoys a positive start to 2012 with 6 new yacht orders.

February 03, 2012

Written by Chelsea Smith

Nautor’s Swan, manufacturers of luxury yachts, has started 2012 on an incredibly positive note.  Following on from the success of the final quarter of 2011, they have finalised six new orders for Swan yachts due for delivery during 2012 and early 2013. The six new orders are made up of one Swan 80 sailing yacht,... ... read full story

Christensen Shipyards refit the Custom 120’ motor yacht First Draw (ex Cacique)

February 03, 2012

Written by Chelsea Smith

Christensen Shipyards has recently completed a total refit of motor yacht First Draw. M/Y First Draw was first built in 1995 as M/Y Cacique, and has been updated to both the technical and styling standards of 2012. Everything from two new Caterpillar engines, to the floors to overhead panels has been retouched to make First... ... read full story

Feadship superyacht Audacia refitted by Pendennis Shipyard in 2011

February 02, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The 46.5 metre luxury superyacht AUDACIA was originally built by the prestigious Dutch shipyard Feadship to a naval architecture by De Voogt Naval Architects in 1987, receiving an upgrade in 2011 by the Pendennis Shipyard in the UK. ... read full story

Oyster 625 Super Yacht Blue Jeannie on display at the 2012 Miami Boat Show

February 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Winner of the 'Best Luxury Cruiser' category in the 2012 European Yacht of the Year awards, the Oyster 625 luxury yacht Blue Jeannie, designed by Rob Humphreys, will be on display for the very first time to a US audience at this year´s Miami International Boat Show, held in February 16-20. ... read full story

Superyacht Pavilion for the first time at Sanctuary Cove Boat Show

February 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The brand new, Superyacht Pavilion will be presented for the first time at the 24th Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, held in May 24-27, 2012. ... read full story

The refit of the 71m charter yacht Dona Amélia (ex Haida G) at Pendennis successfully completed

February 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The refit of the 71m charter yacht Dona Amélia (ex Haida G) at Pendennis Plus, formerly known as Devonport Yachts has been successfully completed and she has left Falmouth for Caribbean. ... read full story

New Owner of Blohm + Voss: Star Capital Partners

February 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Blohm + Voss Yachts has presented its new owner, the London-based Star Capital Partners, specialists in the financing of capital-intensive businesses. ... read full story

J-Class 40m super yacht RAINBOW JH2 due to be launched by Holland Yachtbouw mid February

February 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The J-Class 40m super yacht RAINBOW is due to be launched by Holland Yachtbouw mid February. This stunning vessel, redesigned by well-known Dykstra & Partners is a replica of the famous J that won the America´s Cup against the charter yacht Endeavour in 1934. ... read full story

AQUA 6 MORPH Yacht Tender by KEYFRAMESTUDIO

February 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 6m AQUA 6 MORPH yacht tender, developed by the Italian KEYFRAMESTUDIO is designed to give the sensation of being one single volume sculptured on the inside. ... read full story

Details of the London 2012 Olympic Flame lighting and arrival in UK

February 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Details of the London 2012 Olympic Flame lighting and arrival in UK were revealed yesterday by the London Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games (LOCOG). ... read full story

98m Motor Yacht Concept by Sigmund Yacht Design

February 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 98m luxury motor yacht, developed by the Sigmund Yacht Design studio is a vessel that excels in every area technically whilst blending timeless styling into the package. This spectacular vessel features contemporary look and spacious interiors. ... read full story

Hall Spars four-spreader mast for the 50m sailing yacht Wally 164 due to be launched by Spring 2012

February 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Hall Spars & Rigging has just completed the four-spreader mast for the Tripp designed 50m sailing yacht Wally 164, due to be launched by Spring 2012. This stunning vessel will be shipped now to Italy for stepping. ... read full story

Sevenstar Yacht Transport load and discharge first yachts in Australia in 2012

February 02, 2012

Written by Chelsea Smith

In 2011 Sevenstar Yacht Transport achieved 23 sailings for loading and discharge in Australia. Sevenstar is on its way exceeding this amount in 2012, already having two sailings bound for Australia into both Newcastle and Brisbane over the past week. Other ports to be called into this year are Fremantle, Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne. For... ... read full story

Luxury charter yacht QUINTA ESSENTIA – the ultimate perfection

February 01, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The 55m Heesen Yachts built charter yacht Quinta Essentia is one of the most beautiful yachts launched in 2011, finalist in the 2012 World Superyacht Awards and created in collaboration between the shipyard, Van Oossanen Naval Architects, Frank Laupman of Omega Design, Ken Freivokh and Michela Reverberi. She will be available for luxury yacht charter around the beautiful Mediterranean this summer. ... read full story

Luxury motor yacht ONE concept by CMN Yachts

February 01, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The luxury motor yacht ONE concept, developed by the French shipyard CMN Yachts is a spectacular vessel, featuring a master suite of 74m², two VIP suites and four guest suites. ... read full story

Westport 112 motor yacht Ubiquitous (ex hull 7745) completed

February 01, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Westport Yachts has successfully completed the 34m luxury motor yacht Ubiquitous (ex hull 7745), belonging to the Westport 112 line. She offers four beautiful ensuite staterooms to 8 guests. ... read full story

Ocea 35m Motor Yacht Classic 115 Explorer

February 01, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 35m motor yacht Classic 115 Explorer, created by the French builder Ocea Yachts, is developed to cruise to the most secluded places. This stunning vessel comfortably accommodates 10 guests in 5 beautiful staterooms. ... read full story

New 52m motor yacht Commuter 170 by Ocea Yachts

February 01, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

New 52m luxury motor yacht Commuter 170, created by the French shipyard Ocea Yachts is an extension of the super yacht Elisabeth (ex Commuter 155) and offers 6 lovely staterooms for 12 guests, looked after by a crew of 12. ... read full story

Astilleros de Mallorca opens second workshop at STP Global Building

February 01, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Astilleros de Mallorca, Mallorca's premier shipyard for refit and repair of superyachts, has opened second workshop at STP Global Building, fully fitted with new machinery such as a lathe, milling machine, hydraulic press, welding bench as well as hydraulic test bench. As a result, the Project Managers can offer their clients a more rapid response inside the yard. ... read full story

Cantalupi – THE Italian Yacht Lighting

February 01, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Cantalupi is the leading Italian yacht lighting company, based in Viareggio, providing an environmentally friendly yacht lighting experience that take its clients well into the 21st century. ... read full story

The 17th China (Shanghai) International Boat Show, April 19-22, 2012

February 01, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 17th China (Shanghai) International Boat Show, held in April 19-22 in a new venue - the Shanghai Expo & Convention Center in Pudong will present new launches, trends and designs, with various on-site activities and events equalling or surpassing the variety of previous shows. ... read full story

Cantiere delle Marche in partnership with Sailornet

February 01, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Cantiere delle Marche, the Italian shipyard founded only 17 months ago, has signed a new partnership with the Italian marine service Sailornet. ... read full story

New website released by the Superyacht Services Yacht & Ship Agents

February 01, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The tuscan leaders in the marine agency services, Superyacht Services Yacht & Ship Agents, have just launched a new website, dramatically simplified, while offering more functionality. ... read full story

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