The refit of the glorious 41-metre charter yacht This Is Us (ex Skylge) is in full swing at the Dutch shipyard, Holland Jachtbouw. She is due to be re-launched this autumn. ... read full story
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Louis Vuitton Cup 2013: Second point of the series for Luna Rossa Challenge
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Italy's Luna Rossa Challenge has scored its second point of the series on Race Day 6 of the 2013 Louis Vuitton Cup. ... read full story
Holland Jachtbouw to start construction of 46m Tripp Design Yacht at the end of this summer
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Building of the spectacular 46m Tripp Design yacht will start at Holland Jachtbouw in the Netherlands at the end of this summer. She is presently in the design and engineering phase. ... read full story
100 world premieres at the 36th International Cannes Boat Show
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Around 100 new world premieres will be presented at the upcoming, 36th International Cannes Boat Show, to be held from 10th to 15th September. Luxury superyachts on display will include Ocram Dos, AmerCento, Cerri 102, Baglietto 44 Fast yacht Monokini and many more exciting superyacht models. ... read full story
Holland Jachtbouw upgrades its facilities
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The Holland Jachtbouw team can now enjoy the new, upgraded facilities, enabling a much better overview of each yacht project. ... read full story
Holland Jachtbouw’s YII Yacht and RAINBOW Yacht to be displayed at MYS 2013
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The next Monaco Yacht Show will feature two luxury vessels by Holland Jachtbouw: the Bill Dixon-designed charter yacht YII, as well as the J-Class yacht Rainbow. ... read full story
RAINBOW Yacht and Holland Jachtbouw team participated in Superyacht Cup 2013
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Taken place last month, this year's Superyacht Cup Palma was attended by the majestic J-Class superyacht Rainbow. Her crew included four of the Holland Jachtbouw team. ... read full story
Superyacht Cup Palma 2013 attended by Frers-designed sailing yacht REBECCA
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The last month's Superyacht Cup Palma featured the majestic 42-metre Pendennis superyacht Rebecca, penned by German Frers. ... read full story
SHAMOUN Yacht available for Southeast Asia Yacht Charter
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Sailing Yacht Shamoun is a lovely, modern classic vessel available for Southeast Asia yacht rental, including Phuket or the Andaman Islands. ... read full story
King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands on board Dykstra-designed STAD AMSTERDAM Yacht
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Designed by well known Dutch design studio Dykstra Naval Architects, the historic charter yacht Stad Amsterdam has recently hosted His Majesty King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands, as part of the "Saamhorigheidsdag" of the Royal Navy, celebrating the 525th anniversary of the Dutch Navy. ... read full story
Video of Ed Dubois commenting on NZ Superyacht Industry
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This is a video of Ed Dubois from the award-winning UK luxury yacht design studio Dubois Naval Architects, commenting on the New Zealand superyacht industry. It has been published by New Zealand Trade & Enterprise. ... read full story
Prominent 5 Gold Anchor Award for Karpaz Gate Marina
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Managed by the Sea-Alliance Group, the Karpaz Gate Marina has become the first superyacht marina in Cyprus to have received the prestigious 5 Gold Anchor award by The Yacht Harbour Association (TYHA). ... read full story
Goodacre Boat Repairs and Refits repaint Moonen 94 luxury yacht INFINITY
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Goodacre Boat Repairs and Refits were chosen from a number of potential contractors to carry out a complete respray in Awlgrip / Awlcraft paint on the 29m yacht Infinity. ... read full story
MDL Marinas announce a great success of Passeport Escales from both sides of the Channel
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MDL Marinas has proudly reported a huge success of Passeport Escales, proving popular with berth holders from both sides of the Channel. ... read full story
Newly launched NISI 1700 EXPRESSO Yacht designed by Setzer Yacht Architects
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Designed by Setzer Yacht Architects, the all-new NISI 1700 XPRESSO yacht was successfully launched this week. This magnificent sport cruiser can reach an impressive top speed of 41 knots. ... read full story
New photos of Nordhavn 120 luxury yacht AURORA from her delivery
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The brand-new Nordhavn 120 superyacht Aurora is currently on her way from Xiamen in China to Vancouver in British Columbia, Canada - a 6,300 nm trip, marking her maiden voyage, a sea trial by delivery of sorts. ... read full story
ISS 2013 Awards of Distinction seek nominations
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ISS is looking for 2013 nominations for its annual Awards of Distinction Awards, to be presented at Annual Gala in Fort Lauderdale. Excitement is building up for the new venue (DCOTA) and new Wednesday night timing. ... read full story
Oxygène Yachts’ Power Catamaran AIR 77 at the 2013 Cannes Boat Show
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Oxygène Yachts will unveil its first and innovative catamaran AIR 77 at the 2013 Festival de la Plaisance de Cannes 2013, to be held this September. ... read full story
Twin crew cabins on superyachts over 3000 GT allowed by MCA
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MCA allows twin cabins to be constructed for non-officer seafarers on Large Commercial Yachts of between 3000 and 5000 GT. ... read full story
AIMEX continues to drive opportunities for exporters in the US
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As part of its initiative to open opportunities for exporters in the US, the Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) has obtained the New South Wales (NSW) government support to invite Chip Farnham from Imtra USA to Sydney during the 2013 Sydney Boat Show. ... read full story
Fully custom ELITE line of Super Yacht tenders introduced by X-Craft
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Created for a 76-metre mega yacht, the first ELITE line yacht tender has been launched by the Dutch yard, X-Craft. It can comfortably host up to 11 guests. ... read full story
Sailing yacht Tara enters the heart of the Arctic
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This week saw sailing yacht Tara enter the heart of the Arctic, as part of the Ocean Polar Circle expedition. The main objective of this expedition is to better understand the Arctic ecosystem. ... read full story
First Admiral Impero 40 Yacht CACOS V delivered
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Providing luxurious accommodation to up to 12 guests, the brand-new Impero 40 superyacht Cacos V has been delivered by the prestogious Italian shipyard, Admiral. ... read full story
Video from launch of Ferretti Custom Line 112′ NEXT Yacht HAPPY DAYS
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This is a video from the recent launch of the brand-new Custom Line 112' NEXT superyacht Happy Days, released by Phuket-based agent of the Ferretti Group, Lee Marine. ... read full story
Custom Line 112′ NEXT motor yacht HAPPY DAYS launched by Ferretti Group
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The all-new Custom Line 112' NEXT superyacht Happy Days was successfully launched by the Ferretti Group in Italy on Tuesday, July 9, 2013. ... read full story
Eighth SD122 motor yacht THERAPY launched by Sanlorenzo
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Sanlorenzo has proudly announced the launch of its 8th SD122 superyacht Therapy. This magnificent vessel can comfortably sleep up to 10 guests and a 6-member crew. ... read full story
Rolex Fastnet Race 2013 to start in less than a month
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Set to start from the Royal Yacht Squadron in Cowes, UK, on Sunday, August 11, the 2013 Rolex Fastnet Race will be attended by such spectacular vessels as the 100-foot charter yacht ICAP Leopard or the 100-foot superyacht Esimit Europa 2. The largest as well as fastest boat on display will be the 130-foot Maxi trimaran yacht Spindrift 2. ... read full story
Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2013 attended by Doyle-powered Yachts
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The last month's Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta in Sardinia's Porto Cervo was attended by Doyle-powered vessels, including charter yacht Salperton IV, placing first overall, as well as charter yacht P2 and charter yacht Bliss. ... read full story
Doyle Sails-sponsored Dubois Cup 2013
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Doyle Sails was a proud sponsor of the recently running Dubois Cup. This popular regatta was attended by Doyle-powered vessels, including charter yacht Bliss, superyacht Prana, as well as charter yacht Salperton. ... read full story
Victory of Doyle-powered sailing yacht BELLA MENTE at GAASTRA Palmavela 2013
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This year's GAASTRA Palmavela was marked by the overall victory of the Doyle-powered luxury yacht Bella Mente, taking first place in the MiniMaxi class. ... read full story
Alloy Yacht ENCORE featuring full inventory of Doyle sails
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Featuring a full inventory of Doyle sails, the 44-metre superyacht Encore is a beautiful sloop, launched by Alloy Yachts at the end of April 2013. ... read full story
Sea Trial Video of Nordhavn 120 luxury yacht AURORA
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This is a video of the first Nordhavn 120 superyacht Aurora, undergoing sea trial in and outside of Xiamen harbor in China. ... read full story
Graafship working on sailing yacht Wolfhound
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Due to be completed in the middle of next year, the hull of the magnificent superyacht Wolfhound is currently under construction at the Dutch shipyard, Graafship. This schooner represents a John G Alden's design 327, which Alden penned for himself in 1927, but has never been constructed. ... read full story
Louis Vuitton Cup 2013: Fourth point for Emirates Team New Zealand
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Today's Race Day of the Louis Vuitton Cup 2013 was marked by the victory of Emirates Team New Zealand, gaining its fourth point. ... read full story
Louis Vuitton Cup 2013: Emirates Team New Zealand conquers Luna Rossa Challenge
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Race Day 4 of the currently running Louis Vuitton Cup in San Francisco saw Emirates Team New Zealand and Luna Rossa Challenge out on the racecourse. The Kiwi crew was far superior to the Italian crew, placing first overall today. ... read full story
Spectacular final day for Panerai British Classic Week 2013
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An excellent last day for the Panerai British Classic Week 2013 with Saskia winning the British Classic Yacht Club trophy and Panerai watch. ... read full story
New sailings from the Mediterranean to the Carribean announced by Sevenstar Yacht Transport
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Sevenstar Yacht Transport announce upcoming sailings from the Mediterranean to the Carribean. ... read full story
Video of 65m Heesen Yacht GALACTICA STAR from construction and sea trials
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This is a video from construction and sea trials of the all-new 65m Heesen mega yacht Galactica Star (YN 16465, Project Omnia). ... read full story
Multihull growth at Future Fibres continues
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The Valencia-based composites specialist, Future Fibres, has announced the signing of the contract for the latest APC78 yacht, designed by Nigel Irens. This beautiful catamaran is currently under construction at Green Marine in the UK. ... read full story
Busy Spring 2013 for Derecktor New York
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Derecktor New York has been hard at work in Spring 2013. The yard is currently working on a Christensen 150 superyacht, which has arrived to undergo emergency repairs. ... read full story
Derecktor Florida starts refit of classic 150′ Feadship Yacht THE HIGHLANDER
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The Florida-based shipyard Derecktor has started working on an extensive refit of the iconic 150-foot Feadship superyacht The Highlander, built for the legendary Malcolm Forbes of Forbes Magazine. ... read full story
Derecktor completes five year survey on classic 164′ Feadship Yacht Aurora B
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The magnificent 1992 164-foot Feadship superyacht Aurora B has undergone a full five-year survey at the Derecktor Florida yard. ... read full story
Baccarat to decorate The Upper Deck Lounge at the 2013 MYS
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Baccarat has been announced to decorate the prestigious Upper Deck Lounge at the upcoming Monaco Yacht Show ... read full story
Photos of newly launched Solaris 72 Classic Yacht KARMA in the Adriatic
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Penned by Soto Acebal, the recently launched Solaris 72 Classic luxury yacht Karma has enjoyed the waters of the beautiful yacht charter location - the Adriatic. ... read full story
New Solaris 72 Classic sailing yacht KARMA by Soto Acebal launched
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Designed by Soto Acebal, the brand-new Solaris 72 Classic luxury yacht Karma has been recently launched. She will make her worldwide premiere at the 2013 Cannes Boat Show in September. ... read full story
Successful yacht projects completed by Derecktor in first half of 2013
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The first half of 2013 was very busy for the Derector Florida, having completed such significant projects as the 170' Feadship yacht Battered Bull or the 178' Benetti charter yacht Starfire. ... read full story
Derecktor completes system changes on 142′ explorer yacht THE BIG BLUE
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Derecktor Florida is proud to announce that they successfully re-launched the 142ft explorer yacht The Big Blue last month, following an extensive refit. ... read full story
Amels delivers LE180 motor yacht APOLLO
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The brand-new 54m Amels LE180 luxury yacht Apollo is believed to have been handed over to her new Owner. Designed by Tim Heywood, she boasts customised interiors, designed by Laura Sessa Romboli, which can comfortably sleep up to 12 guests in 6 luxurious cabins. ... read full story
Captains’ Coating Forum in Antibes, September 4 to 5, 2013
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To be hosted by Jotun, the first ever Captains' Coating Forum will be held in the beautiful summer yacht charter location - Antibes in South of France from September 4 to 5, 2013. ... read full story