2013 May

News Archive

Chef Bertrand Sechet of luxury charter catamaran ALLURES wins the 2013 Chef Competition

May 16, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Charter catamaran ALLURES is one of the very best catamarans available for charter in the Mediterranean and an excellent, spacious vessel to spend your holiday on. Allures offers accommodation to 8 charter guests and has an outstanding crew of 5. ... read full story

Princess Yachts International welcome Richard Lambert as new member of the Board

May 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Richard Lambert has recently joined the prestigious UK luxury yacht builder, Princess Yachts, as new member of the Board, being appointed as M Class Director. ... read full story

A very successful 5th ADRIATIC BOAT SHOW attended by Crewed Charter Yachts and Agents

May 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 5th edition of the Adriatic Boat Show was a great success. Taken place in the popular Mediterranean yacht charter location - Sibenik in Croatia, the event hosted 23 magnificent crewed charter yachts. The biggest of them was the 42m charter yacht Penny Mae. ... read full story

Omega Architects designed LADY PETRA Yacht wins World Superyacht Award 2013

May 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Omega Architects designed 47m Heesen superyacht Lady Petra Yacht was honored with the World Superyacht Award 2013 in the category 'Displacement Motoryacht of below 500 GT (approximately 30m – 49m)'. ... read full story

New Project MX-16 COUPE superyacht tender by Magazzu

May 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new Project MX-16 Coupe yacht tender is the latest concept, revealed by the Italian builder, Magazzu. It can comfortably sleep its guests in two double berth cabins. ... read full story

Bloemsma Van Breemen to launch its 44m motor yacht Project BVB44M in June 2013

May 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Bloemsma Van Breemen in the Netherlands is close to completing its brand-new 44m superyacht Project BVB44M. Due to be launched next month, she is designed by bespoke Pieter Beeldsnijder, with naval architecture by award-winning Vripack. ... read full story

World Superyacht Award 2013 for refitted motor yacht FAITH with naval architecture by Azure

May 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Originally built by Feadship in 2000, the majestic 62-metre mega yacht Faith has been beautifully refitted by Compositeworks last year. With naval architecture by Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture, she was honored with the World Superyacht Award 2013 in the 'Best Refitted Motor Yacht 2013' category. ... read full story

Shimei Bay Marina seeking government support to continue with the next stage of development

May 16, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

To be able to move on with the second stage of the development, Shimei Bay marina's supplier, Poralu Marine, is looking for support from the Chinese government. ... read full story

Key global buyers to attend ASMEX 2013

May 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Set to run immeditely prior to the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, this year's ASMEX (Australian Superyacht and Marine Export Conference) will kick off next week, hosting key buyers from all over the world. ... read full story

Giraglia Rolex Cup 2013, June 14 – 22

May 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The popular Mediterranean yacht race, Giraglia Rolex Cup, will return from June 14 to 22, 2013. This year's weeklong event will not be attended by superyacht Esimit Europa 2, leaving an open field for the battle to such lovely vessels as the 72ft yacht Bella Mente. ... read full story

MDL’s first customers using Passeport Escales arrive in France

May 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Jenny and Simon Wilmshurst-Smith were the MDL Marinas' first customers with Passeport Escales to have arrived in France on May 5, following a great news about the partnership of MDL Marinas and French marina operator, Sagemor. ... read full story

New 128ft Motor Yacht by Tansu Yachts and Diana Yacht Design with delivery in 2015

May 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Scheduled for delivery in 2015, the all-new 39m Tansu motor yacht will feature naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design. The vessel will provide comfortable accommodation in 5 well appointed cabins. ... read full story

Seakeeper completes installation of four M26000 gyros on expedition yacht LARS

May 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

In order to offer the owners, guests, as well as crew maximum comfort while on long adventures in polar waters, the 36m charter yacht Lars (ex Zeemeeuw) has been equipped with four Seakeeper M26000 gyros. ... read full story

First sailing yacht Sunreef 80 to be launched in July 2013

May 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Due to be launched at the beginning of July 2013, the brand-new sailing yacht Sunreef 80 is currently under constuction at Sunreef Yachts in Poland. She will make her debut at this year's Cannes International Boat Show. ... read full story

New 29m motor yacht BELLE DE JOUR delivered by Flevo Ship Holland

May 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Flevo Ship Holland has successfully delivered its brand new 29m superyacht Belle de Jour, providing comfortable accommodation for up to 6 guests. ... read full story

SW102DS HEVEA yacht delivered by Southern Wind Shipyard

May 15, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Southern Wind Shipyard has delivered the SW102DS yacht Hevea, with naval architecture by Farr Yacht Design and design by Nauta Yachts. ... read full story

ISA announces new office in the USA

May 15, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Celebrating its 12th anniversary this year, the prestigious Italian luxury yacht manufacturer, ISA (International Shipyards Ancona) has inaugurated its North American operations, with a new office in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA. Edward R Sacks has been named as its President. ... read full story

Video of newly launched Jarrett Bay 77 motor yacht BLANK CHECK (hull 56) undergoing sea trials

May 15, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The latest Jarrett Bay 77 luxury yacht Blank Check (hull 56) was successfully launched earlier this year. At the moment going through her first sea trials, Blank Check will soon fish at the world's largest marlin tournament - the Big Rock, running in June 2013. ... read full story

Ghost Yachts introduces new 55m motor yacht Ghost G180F

May 15, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

All-new 55m superyacht Ghost G180F has been proudly presented by Ghost Yachts, in collaboration with prestigious Dutch builder, Feadship. The vessel features elegant and spacious accommodation for up to 10 guests in 5 lovely staterooms. ... read full story

Motor yacht CONTACT design – thesis project of IED student Gabriele Teruzzi

May 15, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Designed to give her guests the sensation of being one with the outside world, luxury motor yacht Contact design is a new concept, introduced by IED student, Gabriele Teruzzi. ... read full story

America’s Cup 2013: Experts appointed to Review Committee

May 15, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The training and racing of AC72 yachts in the 2013 America’s Cup will be monitored by a panel of experts, named to the Review Committee. The announcement follows the tragic death of Artemis Racing crew member Andrew ‘Bart’ Simpson. ... read full story

Baltic Yachts presents new Baltic 175 sailing yacht PINK GIN VI with launch in 2017

May 15, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Due to be launched in 2017, the new Baltic 175 superyacht Pink Gin VI is the latest luxury vessel, introduced by Baltic Yachts. She is designed by judel/vrolijk, with interior design by Design Unlimited. ... read full story

A very successful inaugural Singapore ‘APS Captains Party’

May 15, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

After a huge success of the 2013 Singapore Yacht Show, the first Singapore APS Captains Cocktail Party was sponsored and hosted by Asia Pacific Superyachts Singapore GM, Scott Walker. ... read full story

HISWA’s Yacht Valley Press Tour 2013, May 27 – 31

May 15, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Set to take place from May 27 to 31, the 2013 Yacht Valley Press Tour will be once again hosted by the HISWA Holland Yachting Group. ... read full story

Piet Brouwer opens new office in Palma de Mallorca

May 15, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Piet Brouwer Electrotechnology has opened a new office in the beautiful Mediterranean yacht charter destination - Palma de Mallorca in Spain. The company has worked on such spectacular vessels as the 47m charter yacht Lady Dee. ... read full story

SuperYachts – new Discovery series about Dutch luxury yachting industry

May 15, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

SuperYachts represents a new Discovery series about the Dutch luxury yachting industry, with the participation of such important luxury yacht builders as Vitters Shipyard, Hakvoort Shipyard, ICON Yachts and Balk Shipyard. The bespoke Dutch design studio Vripack has also participated in the creation of the SuperYacht documentaries.. ... read full story

Reymond Langton designed MOGAMBO Yacht amongst World Superyacht Awards 2013 Winners

May 15, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Designed by renowned UK design firm of Reymond Langton, the voluminous 74-metre mega yacht Mogambo was honored with the World Superyacht Award 2013 as the 'Best Motor Yacht' in the category of ’1,300 GT and above’. ... read full story

Moonen 100 motor yacht Hull YN195 launched

May 14, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Moonen 100 expedition yacht YN195 has been successfully launched by Moonen Shipyard. She provides lovely accommodation for up to 6 guests in 3 luxurious cabins. ... read full story

Luxury sailing yacht LEOPARD 3 at Dennis Conner’s North Cove in NYC

May 14, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Last week saw the Dennis Conner's North Cove in New York City host the 100-foot charter yacht Leopard 3. She left on Saturday, May 11, heading to the lovely yacht charter destination - the Solent in England. ... read full story

A very successful Singapore Yacht Show 2013 for Princess Yachts

May 14, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Having hosted the largest ever display of Princess yachts to date, this year's Singapore Yacht Show saw the prestigious UK luxury yacht manufacturer, Princess Yachts, receive an award for ‘Best Brand Collection’ at the event’s VIP gala preview. ... read full story

Latest 53m motor yacht LGH 53 Hybrid concept by Green Yachts

May 14, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new 53m LGH 53 yacht concept is the latest design, introduced by the Italian design firm, Green Yachts. It provides all the luxury amenities of a superyacht such as private sundeck and Spa Pool area. ... read full story

New 38m expedition yacht BATAI delivered by Inace Yachts

May 14, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The brand-new 38m explorer yacht Batai (hull 591) by Inace Yachts has been successfully delivered to her new Mexican Owners. The vessel offers luxurious accommodation to up to 12 guests in 5 magnificent cabins. ... read full story

Perini Navi Cup 2013, August 28 – 30

May 14, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Set to run from August 28 to 30, the 5th Perini Navi Cup will be once again hosting the most spectacular sailboats, built by the Perini Navi Group. So far, 18 vessels have confirmed their presence, including the all-new 60m mega yacht Seahawk (hull C.2193). ... read full story

Launch of Admiral Impero 40 motor yacht CACOS V

May 14, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Last Sunday, May 12, saw the launch of the first Admiral Impero 40 yacht Cacos V. This magnificent vessel, reminding a powerful 'military' ship, is designed by Luca Dini, in collaboration with the Group Style Center. ... read full story

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to release $120,897 for Front Street Shipyard

May 14, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The prominent yacht yard, Front Street Shipyard, will be awarded with a $120,897 grant, to be provided by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, in order to add 12 new slips with shorepower on the dock face, as well as five 40-foot harbor floats. ... read full story

A very successful Marlow Marine Cruising Club 18th Annual Spring Rendezvous

May 14, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Positioned in the popular US yacht charter location - Florida, the Ocean Reef Club played a host to the Marlow Marine Cruising Club 18th Annual Spring Rendezvous, running from April 25 to 28, 2013. The event was a huge success. ... read full story

Four World Superyacht Awards 2013 Winners with spars supplied by Southern Spars

May 14, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

New Zealand-based Southern Spars is thrilled to announce that it has supplied spars for four luxury vessels, being announced as World Superyacht Awards 2013 Winners. These include Rainbow yacht, charter yacht Endeavour, luxury yacht Hamilton, as well as catamaran yacht Quintessential. ... read full story

Sailing yacht TARA to embark on new expedition in the Arctic

May 14, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

In collaboration with Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation and agnes b., sailing yacht Tara will start her new expedition in the Artic this month. It will cover 25,000 kms and last 6 months. ... read full story

Complete Marine Freight oversees transportation of two of the tallest masts in the world of yachting

May 14, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Complete Marine Freight has recently overseen the transport of two of the tallest masts in the world of yachting: the 67m mast for the new yacht Ganesha, heading to Vitters Shipyard in Holland, as well as the 47m mast for Baltic Yachts in Finland, both of them leaving Southern Spars in New Zealand. ... read full story

Palmer Johnson Launches its Flagship – PJ 210 mega yacht LADY M (Project Stimulus, PJ264)

May 14, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The brand-new PJ 210 superyacht Lady M (Project Stimulus, PJ264) has been launched as its flagship by the prominent US manufacturer, Palmer Johnson. She will leave the yard at the end of May to continue her journey in the popular summer yacht charter destination - the Mediterranean. ... read full story

Images of LADY M yacht (Project Stimulus, PJ264) featuring DuraShield SuperYacht glazing

May 13, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Images of the recently launched superyacht Lady M, Hull N°1 of PJ210 designed by Nuvolari Lenard and built by Palmer Johnson, show the yacht shortly before her launch featuring DuraShield SuperYacht glazing. ... read full story

Photos of superyacht TALAL – Nadara 13 yacht by Tecnomar

May 13, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Talal superyacht is another beautiful vessel caught on camera by yacht-spotter and photographer Roberto Malfatti. The Nadara 13 superyacht Talal is Tecnomar built, launched in 2010. ... read full story

Palmer Johnson launch 65m PJ210/1 motor yacht LADY M (Project Stimulus)

May 13, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The first PJ210 superyacht Lady M, previously known as Project Stimulus, was successfully launched at Palmer Johnson on Saturday, May 11, 2013. She is designed by bespoke Italian design firm, Nuvolari Lenard. ... read full story

Phuket International Boat Show (PIMEX), January 9 – 12, 2014

May 13, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The dates for the 2014 Phuket International Boat Show (PIMEX) have been set. The event will run from January 9 to 12, once again hosting luxury yachts and superyachts from the most important builders. ... read full story

46m Sanlorenzo ACHILLES yacht leaving port of Livorno

May 13, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Italian photographer and yacht-spotter Roberto Malfatti has sent us these images and a great video of the 46m Sanlorenzo-built luxury motor yacht Achilles leaving the Port of Livorno in Italy. The vessel was amongst the finalists for the prestigious World Superyacht Awards 2013 and features naval architecture as well as exterior styling by Sanlorenzo, with... ... read full story

New running and interior images of the 46m Vicem Yacht VULCAN

May 13, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The beautiful 46m superyacht Vulcan (ex Caprice V) by Vicem Yachts was launched in 2012. She boasts naval architecture by Frank Mulder, with lovely interior design by Art-Line. ... read full story

Latest 120m mega yacht STRADIVARIUS concept designed by Alex McDiarmid

May 13, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The voluminous 120-metre superyacht Stradivarius is the latest concept, introduced by UK designer, Alex McDiarmid. This amazing concept takes inspiration from stringed musical instruments. ... read full story

Global Marina Institute (GMI) Board welcomes new member

May 13, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Stefan Borzecki has recently become a new member of the Global Marina Institute (GMI) Board. He was appointed by the GMI Chairman Mick Bettesworth. ... read full story

‘Best Sport Boat’ Award for new Chris-Craft Corsair 32 Yacht Tender at Shanghai International Boat Show 2013

May 13, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Taken place from April 11 to 14, the 2013 China (Shanghai) International Boat Show saw the all-new Chris-Craft Corsair 32 superyacht tender receive the 'Best Sport Boat' award, handed over at the 4th annual Asian Marine & Boating Awards Gala Dinner. ... read full story

Maxwell Marine supplies windlasses for major refit of a 120ft Steel Cruising Yacht

May 13, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Two Maxwell Marine VWC6000 vertical hydraulic units have been recently supplied for an extensive refit of a 120-foot steel cruising yacht. ... read full story

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