2014 January

News Archive

Sunseeker unveils its 155 Yacht for the first time

January 27, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Sunseeker International has revealed the first photos of its flagship - the 155 Yacht. She has been commissioned by Formula 1's Eddie Jordan. ... read full story

Reymond Langton-designed APOSTROPHE Yacht among ShowBoats Design Awards 2014 Finalists

January 27, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Built by Hakvoort to a design by Reymond Langton, the 40-metre luxury yacht APOSTROPHE has been chosen as a finalist in the multiple categories of the ShowBoats Design Awards 2014. ... read full story

Horizon Yachts to attend 2014 Miami Yacht & Brokerage Show

January 27, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The next month's Miami Yacht and Brokerage Show will feature luxury yachts and power catamarans built by the Taiwan-based shipyard Horizon, including superyacht E88. ... read full story

2013 International Marina Of The Year Award for IGY’s Marina Cabo San Lucas

January 27, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

IGY Marinas is proud to announce that its Marina Cabo San Lucas, positioned in the enchanting yacht charter destination - Mexico, has won The Yacht Harbour Association’s GJW Insurance-sponsored 2013 International Marina Of The Year Award. ... read full story

Newport Charter Yacht Show 2014 to showcase luxury yacht chartering as alternative way to enjoy New England

January 27, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The upcoming 32nd Newport Charter Yacht Show will showcase luxury yacht chartering as an alternative way to enjoy the fabulous US yacht charter location - New England. Set to take place from June 23 to 26, the event will feature luxury charter yachts varying in size from 80 feet up to 225+ feet. ... read full story

Sanlorenzo SL104-592 Yacht and SD122 Yacht Alchemist Too on display at upcoming Miami Boat Show

January 27, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Sanlorenzo Americas will be showcasing two luxury vessels by Sanlorenzo at the next month's Miami International Boat Show: the newly launched SL104-592 yacht, as well as the SD122 superyacht Alchemist Too. ... read full story

Photos of 54m motor yacht C24 1 (M54) under construction at Mondo Marine

January 27, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The prominent Italian shipyard, Mondo Marine, has released the photos from construction of its flagship - the 54m superyacht C24 1 (M54). She has been beautifully penned by bespoke Luca Dini. ... read full story

Latest images from construction of 84′ Jarrett Bay Yacht BLANK CHECK (hull 60)

January 27, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

These are the latest photos from construction of the 84' motor yacht Blank Check (hull 60), released by the US buider, Jarrett Bay Boatworks. ... read full story

Feadship launch 46m motor yacht COMO

January 25, 2014

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The prestigious Dutch shipyard, Feadship has launched the 46-metre motor yacht COMO featuring exterior design by Dubois Naval Architects and interior by Redman Whiteley Dixon. ... read full story

NZ Millennium Cup to be contested as part of Bay of Islands Sailing Week in January 2015

January 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

New Zealand Marine Export Group, which hosts the New Zealand Millennium Cup, has announced that the 2015 event will be contested as part of the Bay of Islands Sailing Week in January 2015. ... read full story

New Layout Solutions for Power Catamarans presented by Sunreef Yachts

January 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The premier Polish luxury yacht manufacturer, Sunreef Yachts, has revealed the new layout solutions for its power catamarans, including 60 Sunreef Power and 70 Sunreef Power yachts. ... read full story

Oyster 125 sailing yacht TWILIGHT among World Superyacht Awards 2014 Finalists

January 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Built by Oyster Marine to a design by Dubois, luxury charter yacht Twilight has been shortlisted to participate in the 2014 World Superyacht Awards in the 'Sailing yacht 30m to 40m' category. ... read full story

Esenyacht completes investment in its joinery and furniture shop

January 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The new Turkish builder, Esenyacht, has recently completed a final round of investment in its joinery and furniture shop, that now allows it to take on yacht projects from third parties. The company is currently working on the construction of the 50m sailing sloop Troy, due to be launched later this year. ... read full story

New Truly Classic 126 Yacht TC126 nearing completion at Claasen Shipyards

January 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The construction of the all-new Truly Classic superyacht TC126 is nearing completion at Claasen Shipyards in the Netherlands. Designed by Hoek Design, she is scheduled for delivery in 2015. ... read full story

Luxury Yacht MARHABA available for Venice Carnival Yacht Charter

January 24, 2014

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Luxury motor yacht MARHABA, measuring 33 metres, is currently available for Venice Carnival yacht charter holiday, from 15th February to 4th March. Marhaba superyacht is an elegant and comfortable Western Mediterranean charter yacht, offering accommodation to 9 charter guests and fabulous exterior and interior spaces. ... read full story

Amels announces successful sea trials for Damen 67m SEA AXE 6711 Fast Yacht Support Vessel

January 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

As announced by Amels, the Damen 67m SEA AXE 6711 Fast Yacht Support vessel has recently completed its sea trials, reaching impressive speeds of over 22 knots. The vessel is due for delivery ahead of schedule, in January 2014. ... read full story

Superyacht Technical Seminar 2014 marked by continuous commitment to drive industry forward

January 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Taken place during the 2014 London Boat Show, this year's Superyacht Technical Seminar has demonstrated the continuous commitment to drive industry forward. ... read full story

Asia Pacific Superyachts Indonesia: Tips for Superyacht Stays in Bali and Indonesia

January 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Asia Pacific Superyachts Indonesia agency has unveiled some terrific tips for superyacht stays in the fabulous Asia yacht charter destination - Indonesia. ... read full story

Hatteras Yachts to attend Miami International Boat Show 2014

January 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The prominent US luxury yacht builder, Hatteras Yachts, will be present at the next month's Miami International Boat Show, showcasing such beautiful vessels as its 100 Raised Pilot House yacht. ... read full story

New images and videos of 80m DART Yacht Concept by Royal Huisman and Andrew Winch

January 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Royal Huisman has revealed the new images and videos of the striking 80-metre mega yacht DART concept, designed in partnership with Andrew Winch Designs and officially presented at the last year's Monaco Yacht Show. ... read full story

Heesen Yachts launch new iPad App featuring GALACTICA STAR Yacht

January 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Heesen Yachts has proudly launched the all-new iPad App, featuring the highly innovative 65m mega yacht GALACTICA STAR - the largest Heesen to date. ... read full story

Hull and superstructure of Mulder 94 Voyager motor yacht Project FIREFLY (BN97) joined together

January 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The hull and superstructure of the first Mulder 94 Voyager superyacht Project Firefly (BN97) were joined together at the facility of Mulder Shipyard in Zoeterwoude-Rijndijk, the Netherlands, on January 22, 2014. The vessel is due to be delivered in this summer. ... read full story

Update on Columbus Classic 68m mega yacht Hull C04 under construction at Palumbo

January 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Works on the construction of the Columbus Classic 68m superyacht Hull C04 are proceeding as planned at Palumbo Shipyard in Italy's Naples. The vessel has been beautifully penned by Sergio Cutolo of Hydro Tec and is scheduled for delivery in 2016. ... read full story

New developments for Yacht Haven Marina Phuket

January 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Yacht Haven Marina Phuket is presently going through an expansion, which will permit the marina to easily accommodate superyachts measuring up to 100m in LOA. The completion is scheduled for August/September 2014. ... read full story

World Superyacht Awards 2014 Finalists

January 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The World Superyacht Awards 2014 Finalists have been unveiled by Boat International Media. The winners will be announced during the Awards Ceremony, set to be held in Amsterdam on May 3, 2014. ... read full story

Long line of re-power yacht projects and generator replacements for Derecktor Florida throughout 2013

January 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It was a busy year 2013 for Derecktor Florida, with a long line of re-power yacht projects and generator replacements, including such important vessels as the 130' Westship charter yacht Northern Lights. The on-going projects include the 131' Heesen charter yacht Mirage. ... read full story

Update on Derecktor Florida-refitted explorer yacht THE BIG BLUE

January 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 142ft Troy-built superyacht The Big Blue (ex Imbros) reached Derecktor Florida on May 22, 2012, for a major refit. She was successfully re-launched in June 2013, currently enjoying the azure waters of the lovely South Pacific yacht charter destination - French Polynesia. ... read full story

Re-launch of Feadship Yacht HIGHLANDER at Derecktor Florida

January 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

January 2, 2014, saw Derecktor Florida re-launch the iconic 150' Feadship charter yacht Highlander (ex The Highlander), following her major refit. She is available for Mediterranean yacht charter the upcoming season, from April onwards. ... read full story

Oyster signs new contract for Oyster 825 Yacht at boot Dusseldorf 2014

January 23, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The currently running Dusseldorf Boat Show saw the well known British builder, Oyster Yachts, sign a contract for the all-new Oyster 825 yacht, beautifully designed by Rob Humphreys. ... read full story

NISI Yachts nominated for IY&A Award 2014 with their 1700 XPRESSO Yacht

January 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Beautifully designed by Setzer Yacht Architects, the lovely 1700 XPRESSO yacht by NISI Yachts has been shortlisted to participate in the 2014 International Yacht & Aviation Awards. ... read full story

Teaser video of Les Voiles de Saint Barth 2014

January 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This is a teaser video of the 2014 Les Voiles de St Barth, which will run in the enchanting Caribbean yacht charter location - St Barth from April 14 to 19. ... read full story

Les Voiles de Saint Barth 2014: 48 yachts signed up to date

January 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A total number of 48 yachts have signed for the popular Les Voiles de St Barth so far. The 2014 event will run in the lovely Caribbean yacht charter location - St Barth from April 14 to 19. ... read full story

SW82#02 sailing yacht GRANDE ORAZIO launched by Southern Wind Shipyard

January 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The second SW82 superyacht GRANDE ORAZIO successfully hit the water at Southern Wind Shipyard in Cape Town on Sunday, January 19, 2014. She is a sistership to Feelin' Good yacht, launched just six months ago. ... read full story

New 20m Trawler Motor Yacht SNAPPER 20 by Fifth Ocean Yachts and Red Yacht Design

January 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Fifth Ocean Yachts and Red Yacht Design are currently working together on the all-new Trawler yacht Snapper 20, measuring 20 meters in LOA. She will be available in two options, with 2 or 3 guest cabins. ... read full story

Port of Poole Marina voted UK’s second best luxury yacht marina of the year at London Boat Show 2014

January 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Poole Harbour Commissioners’ (PHC) Port of Poole Marina has been voted the UK’s second best luxury yacht marina of the year in the GJW Marina of the Year competition, which was organised by The Yacht Harbour Association to celebrate customer service in the marina sector. ... read full story

Chris-Craft to unveil new Launch 36 superyacht tender at Miami Boat Show 2014

January 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The brand new Launch 36 superyacht tender by Chris-Craft is set to make its debut at the upcoming Miami International Boat Show, running next month. ... read full story

Wider Yachts to unveil its latest yacht projects at Miami Boat Show 2014

January 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Italian shipyard, Wider Yachts, will be present at the upcoming Miami International Boat Show, running from February 13 to 17, 2014. The company is currently working on the construction of Wider 150' superyacht. ... read full story

J Class Yachts to return in Palma for Superyacht Cup 2014

January 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Set to take place from June 18 to 21, the Superyacht Cup Palma 2014 is expected to host over 20 of the world's finest yachts, including the gorgeous J Class yachts. ... read full story

C&N Marinas to launch ‘The 1782 Club’ next month

January 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Next month, Camper & Nicholsons Marinas will launch 'The 1782 Club'. This represents a new initiative, which will see an exclusive group of independently owned and operated luxury yacht marinas partner with C&N Marinas. ... read full story

New 80m Luxury Sailing Trimaran DRAGONSHIP 80 by Pi Yachts and McPherson Yacht Design

January 22, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Measuring impressive 80 meters in LOA, superyacht Dragonship 80 is a majestic and elegant trimaran, developed by McPherson Yacht Design for Pi Yachts. She was designed to be charter-friendly, accommodating 12 guests in six cabins, with space for a crew of 17. ... read full story

New dealer for Fairline Boats in Israel

January 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Maoz.net has become a new authorised dealer for Fairline Boats in Herzliya, Israel. The company will be trading as Fairline Israel. ... read full story

CRN signs a Letter of Intent for new 68m motor yacht

January 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Ancona-based shipyard CRN has signed a Letter of Intent for the sale of a new 68-metre mega yacht, scheduled for delivery in 2017. She represents the biggest vessel ever sold by CRN and Ferretti Group in China. ... read full story

Motor Boat Award 2014 for Ferretti 960 Yacht

January 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Ferretti 960 yacht has received the prominent Motor Boat Award 2014 in the 'Custom Yacht' category. The winners were revealed on January 6, 2014. ... read full story

Video of Hoek-designed Truly Classic sailing yacht TC126 taking shape at Claasen Shipyards

January 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Works on the new Truly Classic 126 superyacht TC126 are progressing well at Claasen Shipyards in the Netherlands. The company has published a video showing this majestic sloop under construction. Delivery is scheduled for 2015. ... read full story

Sunseeker to launch four new yacht models in 2014

January 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Four new models will hit the water at Sunseeker in the UK this year, including the brand new 101 Sport Yacht, 86 Yacht, 75 Yacht, as well as Predator 57 yacht. The company is currently attending the 2014 boot Dusseldorf, displaying such lovely vessels as Manhattan 73 yacht. ... read full story

AURORA – Exclusive dining furniture for luxury charter yachts by Aeronautiq and The Composite Studio

January 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

AURORA represents a new, limited edition set of dining furniture for luxury charter yachts, proudly introduced by Aeronautiq, in partnership with The Composite Studio. ... read full story

The Italian Sea Group moves headquarters to Marina di Carrara at Nuovi Cantieri Apuania shipyard

January 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Italian Sea Group, the owner of the Admiral and Tecnomar yacht brands, has recently completed the relocation of its headquarters to the Marina di Carrara at Nuovi Cantieri Apuania shipyard. ... read full story

Jongert sailing yacht TAMER II returns home for refit

January 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Built by the prominent Dutch manufacturer Jongert, the 36-metre superyacht Tamer II has recently returned home to undergo a comprehensive refit. It will last 10 months. ... read full story

Vitters luxury yacht INOUI designed by Philippe Briand

January 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Beautifully penned by Philippe Briand, the 33-metre superyacht INOUI represents the fourth carbon composite sloop, built at Vitters Shipyard in the Netherlands. Hull and superstructure are fully carbon composite, constructed at Vitters sister company, Green Marine, based in the UK. ... read full story

New team members to join the crew for SCIBS 2014

January 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Some new team members will join the crew for the 2014 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS), along with some familiar faces, which have been on board at Sanctuary Cove for a year or more. ... read full story

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