The popular, non-for-profit event, the 2nd edition of Gold Coast International Marina Expo is expected to welcome more than 20,000 visitors this year. Running from November 2 to 4, this year's expo will offer a wide range of attractions. ... read full story
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Solent Refit to relaunch the 32m sailing yacht LUNAR MIST soon
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The splendid 32-metre superyacht Lunar Mist nears completion at Solent Refit, following her major 12-month refit. She was originally constructed by the US builder, Windship Trident, and designed by renowned Bill Tripp. ... read full story
A strategic alliance formed by Clear Yacht Interiors and Ocean Marine Yacht Center
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Clear Yacht Interiors and Ocean Marine Yacht Center have announced a strategic alliance in order to provide their customers with comprehensive and integrated services. ... read full story
Oyster Yachts is moving forward with some careful changes
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In order to report stronger results in the future, the prestigious UK-based manufacturer Oyster Yachts is currently making some careful changes, following the successful launch of the new sailing yacht Oyster 825, superyacht Oyster 885 and the Oyster 100 luxury yacht Sarafin. ... read full story
Maiora 29 superyacht EFFICIENT PROPULSION by Fipa Group fitted with Seakeeper’s M21000 gyro to debut at the 2012 FLIBS
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This week's Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show will feature the magnificent Maiora 29 superyacht Efficient Propulsion by Fipa Group, fitted with the M21000 gyro by Seakeeper. She comfortably sleeps 8 guests in total. ... read full story
63m motor yacht Hull FB265 by Benetti moved
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Scheduled for launch in 2014, the respected Italian shipyard, Benetti, is currently working on its 63m superyacht Hull FB265. This breathtaking vessel is inspired by two recent Benetti vessels, superyacht Nataly (ex Amnesia IV) as well as megayacht Diamonds are Forever. ... read full story
Rolex Middle Sea Race 2012: 18 yachts now passed the Strait of Messina
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The 33rd edition of Rolex Middle Sea Race is well underway, marked by very close top positions among the 100ft superyacht Esimit Europa 2, sailing yacht Ran 2, as well as luxury yacht Stig. ... read full story
Rolex Middle Sea Race 2012: Grand Start for 83 Yachts
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A record number of 83 yachts started this year's Rolex Middle Sea Race today, leaving the Grand Harbour Marina in Malta. At 15:00 CEST the impressive 100-foot superyacht Esimit Europa 2 was leading. ... read full story
This year’s Rolex Middle Sea Race to host a record number of yachts
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Kicking off tomorrow, the 33rd edition of Rolex Middle Sea Race will host more than 80 luxury yachts. The largest as well as fastest will be the 100-foot superyacht Esimit Europa 2. ... read full story
A very successful IBEX 2012
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Attended by over 4,700 marine professionals from 31 countries, this year's International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) was a great success. The dates for the 2013 event have been already set for September 17 to 19. ... read full story
Rolex Middle Sea Race 2012 to start tomorrow
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Tomorrow will see the start of this year's 33rd edition of the popular Rolex Middle Sea Race. There are expected to be blue skies and warm weather. ... read full story
Rolex Middle Sea Race 2012: Royal Malta Yacht Club Crew Party
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Last night saw the largest gathering ever organized at the Royal Malta Yacht Club - the Rolex Middle Sea Race Crew Party. The race will kixk off tomorrow, hosting a record number of 82 yachts. ... read full story
New magazine app launched by Oyster Yachts
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The leading UK-based superyacht manufacturer, Oyster Yachts, has recently presented its new magazine app. This boasts the newest Oyster stories, as well as links to beautiful videos and gallery. ... read full story
Tommy Bahama Edition Hacker-Craft yacht tender to be launched at the 2012 FLIBS
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The joint venture of Tommy Bahama and Hacker-Craft represents the first Tommy Bahama Edition Hacker-Craft yacht tender, that will be launched at the upcoming Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, taking place later this month. ... read full story
A huge success for GO2 Global Yachting at the 2012 Monaco Yacht Show
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GO2 Global Yachting has reported a great success from the recent Monaco Yacht Show. The company is now preparing to attend the upcoming Fort Lauderdale Boat Show. ... read full story
Benchmark time for the passage record between Trieste and Valletta set by Esimit Europa 2 superyacht
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Luxury sailing yacht Esimit Europa 2 has established the benchmark time for the passage record between Trieste and Valletta by finishing the course in 68 hours, 42 minutes and 24 seconds. ... read full story
Colombo 32 Super Indios yacht tender for the 88m Lurssen megayacht QUATTROELLE (Project Bellissimo)
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The splendid 32 Super Indios yacht tender by Colombo Boats is a lovely boat, designed by respected Nuvolari & Lenard for the 88m Lurssen superyacht Quattroelle (Project Bellissimo). It can reach an impressive maximum speed of 40 knots. ... read full story
First Tradition Supreme 108 motor yacht Hull BK001 by Benetti
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Recently transfered to her fitting out shed, the prominent Italian builder Benetti is currently working on its first Tradition Supreme 108 motor yacht Hull BK001. Scheduled for delivery in October 2013, this magnificent vessel provides its guests with two layout options, offering four or five luxurious cabins. ... read full story
Fifth Delfino 93 motor yacht Hull BD005 by Benetti launched
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The fifth Delfino 93 superyacht Hull BD005 has been recently launched by Benetti in Viareggio. Due to be delivered to her new Owner at the end of this year, she can easily sleep up to 10 guests in 5 lovely suites. ... read full story
The latest 39m motor yacht CARY ALI (project AY44) by Alloy Yachts launched
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The magnificent motor yacht Cary Ali (AY44) has been launched by the respected NZ builder, Alloy Yachts. She is designed by Rene Van Der Velden, with lovely interior by Redman Whiteley Dixon. ... read full story
NISI Yachts to unveil new model line up at the 2012 Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show
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NISI Yachts will be attending the upcoming Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, with two exciting models on display. These include the latest NISI 1700 yacht as well as the splendid superyacht NISI 2400. ... read full story
Updates to the 80 Motor Yacht (MY) by Hatteras Yachts to debut at FLIBS 2012
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The redesigned superyacht 80 MY by Haterras Yachts will be presented for the first time at the upcoming Fort Lauderdale Boat Show. She represents one of the yard's most successful modern motor yachts. ... read full story
New Outer Reef “Explorer Series” presented by Setzer Yacht Architects
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The two US companies, Setzer Yacht Architects and Outer Reef Yachts, have collaborated to develop the new Outer Reef "Explorer Series". The first vessel belonging to this highly innovative series is a 105' yacht, scheduled for delivery in late 2014. ... read full story
Motor yacht CLOUD 90 project designed by Marco Casali for the “Benetti Design Innovation Project”
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Representing the future of yachting, the breathtaking superyacht Cloud 90 project is one of the three new designs developed by Marco Casali for the "Benetti Design Innovation Project". ... read full story
Motor yacht PRINCIPESSA 72 project designed by Marco Casali for the “Benetti Design Innovation Project”
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One of the three new yacht projects presented by Marco Casali for the "Benetti Design Innovation Project" is the magnificent megayacht Principessa 72 project. The main characteristics of this unique vessel are her slender lines and the gracefulness. ... read full story
Motor yacht AMARCORD 56 project designed by Marco Casali for the “Benetti Design Innovation Project”
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Taking inspiration from the historical lines of the Benetti ships of the '70s, Marco Casali presents its latest Amarcord 56 yacht project, created for the "Benetti Design Innovation Project". ... read full story
Explore Thailand and Malaysia aboard the exceptional Mondo Marine built charter yacht PRINCESS IOLANTHE
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An outstanding luxury charter yacht, Princess Iolanthe, is currently available for spectacular and adventurous charter holidays around the beautiful Thailand and Malaysia. Build by Mondo Marine, she is stylish, sleek and offers comfortable and spacious accommodation to 10 guests in total. ... read full story
Gold Coast International Marine Expo to host Melbourne Cup Luncheon
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Taking place at the Gold Coast City Marina Shipyard Marquee, this year's Gold Coast International Marine Expo will host the Nautilus Insurance Melbourne Cup Luncheon. The event will be held on November 6. ... read full story
Three events by International Crew Training at FLIBS 2012
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Visitors to this year's Fort Lauderdale Boat Show can enjoy three amazing events organized by International Crew Training (ICT). These include The Perfect Setting Tabletop Challenge 2012, PYA/Guests Event as well as the Berth Control Event. ... read full story
Moonen 83 motor yacht RUSALINA (ex Xanadu) returns to Moonen for major refit
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An extensive, 4-month refit is waiting for the Moonen 83 superyacht Rusalina (ex Xanadu) at the Moonen Shipyards in the Netherlands. This include the exterior as well as the interior work. ... read full story
Franck Darnet signs a new contract for the 45m superyacht SUNSET by Sunrise Yachts
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Due to be launched in summer 2013, the well known French design studio, Franck Darnet Design, has signed another contract with the Turkish builder, Sunrise Yachts, for its newest Sunset superyacht. Sunset is a sistership to the successful 45-metre luxury yacht Africa. ... read full story
New motor yacht Alpha 87 Express Sport by Cheoy Lee
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The building process of the newest Alpha 87 Express Sport by Cheoy Lee is in a full swing. This lovely vessel provides luxurious and comfortable accommodation in 4 beautiful staterooms. ... read full story
Sixth place medal for Horizon Yacht Team at the 2012 China Club Challenge Match
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The prominent Taiwan-based luxury yacht manufacturer, Horizon, is pleased to announce that its newly formed Horizon Yacht Team has placed sixth at this year's China Club Challenge Match. ... read full story
Rolex Middle Sea Race 2012: 30 yachts competed in the 16-mile Coastal Race
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As part of preparation for the 2012 Rolex Middle Sea Race, kicking off this Saturday, 30 luxury yachts took part in a 16-mile Coastal Race, held yesterday. The JV72 luxury yacht Stig also participated. ... read full story
A new website for Viaduct Marina in Auckland, New Zealand
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Auckland's Viaduct Marina has recently launched a new website. Owned and operated by Waterfront Auckland, this fabulous superyacht marina boasts 50 berths for yachts measuring from 20 to 50 meters in LOA. ... read full story
Hurst Harbor Marina Merger with Crosswater Yacht Club in Texas presented by Suntex Ventures
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The US owner and operator of marina properties, Suntex Ventures, is to develop a new marina on Lake Travis in Texas, following an announcement of the merger of MOF Hurst Harbor, LP and Crosswater Yacht Club, LP of Austin, Texas. The new facility will provide 247 wet slips. ... read full story
Dream Ship Victory to launch the 65m sailing yacht MIKHAIL S. VORONTSOV at the end of 2012
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The dramatically beautiful, classic sailing yacht Mikhail S. Vorontsov by Dream Ship Victory is due to be launched at the end of 2012. This impressive schooner is able to accommodate up to 12 guests in 6 well-appointed suites. ... read full story
Dream Ship Victory and Duratek team up on the 141m sailing yacht DREAM SYMPHONY
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Duratek Epoxy and Polyurethane Systems have been supplied for the construction of the largest wooden sailboat in the world - the 141m megayacht Dream Symphony. Currently in build at Dream Ship Victory, the Turkish yard is also working on the 65m luxury yacht Mikhail Vorontsov, due to be launched at the end of this year. ... read full story
The largest Truly Classic sailing yacht TC126 by Hoek Design to start construction in January
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The largest Truly Classic vessel designed by Hoek Design Naval Architects - luxury yacht TC126 is due to start construction in January 2013 at Claasen Jachtbouw in the Netherlands. ... read full story
Feadship takes Relativity yacht concept to FLIBS
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Feadship is taking it's successful 2012 Future Concept, motor yacht RELATIVITY, to the 2012 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show accompanied the special client 'Albert Einstein'. ... read full story
ORACLE TEAM USA capsizes its catamaran yacht AC72 on San Francisco Bay
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The 8th day of the ORACLE TEAM USA training session was marked by a capsize of the team's newest AC72 yacht. Luckily, no one on the crew was injured. This is the first ORACLE TEAM USA yacht. The second is scheduled for launch in early 2013. ... read full story
Limassol Marina presents rates for its prestigious superyacht berths
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Boasting 650 berths for yachts measuring up to 115 meters in LOA, the fabulous Cyprus-based Limassol Marina is expected to host its first yachts by the end of this year. Its berthing tariffs as well as launch package details have been launched. ... read full story
Rolex Middle Sea Race 2012 kicks off today with a coastal race
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A coastal race kicks off at this year's Rolex Middle Sea Race today as preparation for the official start of the race, taking place this Saturday. ... read full story
Setzer Yacht Architects designed 27m motor yacht LOGOS SD with delivery in Summer 2014
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The Turkish builder, Logos Marine, has partnered with the prominent design studio, Setzer Yacht Architects, to create the beautiful Logos SD superyacht. Due to be delivered in Summer 2014, this 'Fast Passage' vessel is able to sleep up to 8 guests. ... read full story
YachtInfo FLIBS 2012 Panelists
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The YachtInfo Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (YI FLIBS) 2012 panelists were officially announced yesterday. ... read full story
South Florida to welcome precious cargo of Luxury Yachts transported by Dockwise Yacht Tranport (DYT)
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This year, two Dockwise Yacht Transport (DYT) ships, including the 686-foot (209-meter) Yacht Express and the smaller 555.93-foot (169.49-meter) Super Servant 4, carry more than 3,708.34 linear feet of luxury yachts that are worth a combined $358,475,000 USD. These comprise the 136ft motor yacht Lagniappe, as well as the 186ft superyacht Bad Girl. ... read full story
Cala Ponte Marina to become a new member of Camper & Nicholsons network
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Camper & Nicholsons Marinas is delighted to welcome the new Cala Ponte Marina to its international network of marinas when it opens next summer. Situated in southern Italy, this beautiful marina will accommodate yachts measuring from 5 to 25 meters in length. ... read full story