2014 March

News Archive

Superyacht Cup Palma: New Partnership with St Regis Mardavall Mallorca Resort

March 06, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Superyacht Cup Palma has proudly announced the new partnership with St Regis Mardavall Mallorca Resort. The event will host some of the world's finest superyachts, including the 2013 winner - the Claasen superyacht Heartbeat. ... read full story

Online Nominations for Asia Boating Awards 2014 now open

March 06, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The online nominations for the Asia Boating Awards 2014 are now open. The nomination deadline is 31 March, 2014 at noon in Hong Kong time. ... read full story

Cor D. Rover presents new patent pool for superyachts

March 06, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new patent pool for superyachts has been proudly introduced by Cor D. Rover from the Netherlands. This enables cruising with water in the pool. ... read full story

St Barths Bucket 2014 to host 38 of the world’s largest sailing superyachts

March 06, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Set to run from March 27 to 30, this year's St Barths Bucket Regatta will be attended by 38 of the world's largest sailing superyachts, including such spectacular vessels as the 60m Perini Navi mega yacht Seahawk. ... read full story

New partner for Marine15

March 06, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Gold Coast Waterways Authority (GCWA) has been announced as an event partner of Marine15. The event represents Asia Pacific’s biggest recreational marine business and safety conference and trade exhibition, set to run on the Gold Coast in Australia from May 3 to 5, 2015. ... read full story

Porto Montenegro to present latest project developments at three major Moscow exhibitions

March 06, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The prestigious superyacht homeport and marina village in the Mediterranean, Porto Montenegro will be presenting its latest project developments at the leading Moscow travel events, including the Moscow Boat Show. ... read full story

A very successful 5th UIM Awards Giving Gala

March 06, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It has been a very successful 5th edition of UIM Awards Giving Gala in Monaco, attended by 500 guests. During the event, the highly innovative Columbus 40s Hybrid yacht was announced as the 2013 UIM Environmental Award Winner. ... read full story

New facilities for Bootwerk Yacht Interiors

March 06, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Dutch builder of luxury interiors for the international yacht and superyacht building industry, Bootwerk Yacht Interiors, has recently inaugurated the new facilities, equipped with the most modern machinery and designed for maximum efficiency. ... read full story

Superyacht Insurance Group (SYIG)

March 05, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Superyacht Insurance Group (SYIG), formerly Crew Insurance Services, has been providing insurance solutions for the yachting industry since 2002. The company has been established by Maria Karlsson and has offices in Fort Lauderdale as well as St Maarten. ... read full story

Re-launch of 41m Alloy sailing yacht DESTINATION at STP shipyard

March 05, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

After six months ashore, the 41m Alloy superyacht Destination was re-launched at STP shipyard yesterday, on March 4, in order to continue her extensive refit afloat. ... read full story

72ft Claasen luxury yacht LOUISE completes her maiden voyage to Rio de Janeiro

March 05, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Built by the prominent Dutch manufacturer Claasen Shipyards, the 72-foot luxury yacht Louise (ex Bougainville) has successfully completed her maiden voyage to Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. This lovely and elegant racer/cruiser has been designed by Berret Racoupeau, with interior design by Rhoades Young. ... read full story

Video of 73m Picchiotti mega yacht GRACE E undergoing sea trials

March 05, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Perini Navi Group has released a video of the striking 73m Picchiotti superyacht GRACE E under sea trial, which she has recently completed with a great success. ... read full story

Photos of 1982 Amels motor yacht LADY GEORGINA (ex Katalina) designed by Diana Yacht Design

March 05, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

These are the photos of the 48m Amels classic yacht Lady Georgina (ex Katalina) from 1982, released by Diana Yacht Design. ... read full story

Diana Yacht Design congratulates APOSTROPHE Yacht on her win at ShowBoats Design Awards 2014

March 05, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Built by Hakvoort to a design by Reymond Langton, the 40-metre superyacht Apostrophe has won the ShowBoats Design Award 2014 in the category 'Exterior Design and Styling Award – Displacement Motor Yachts 30m – 59.99m'. She features naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design. ... read full story

A once in a lifetime voyage for Owners of Princess 72 motor yacht R&R

March 05, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Owners of Princess 72 luxury yacht R&R have recently started a once in a lifetime voyage aboard their yacht - a 7000 mile, seven-month cruise around the coast of Australia. ... read full story

A very successful 2014 Miami Yacht & Brokerage Show for Horizon Yachts

March 05, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Miami Yacht & Brokerage Show 2014 was a huge success for Horizon Yachts. The company displayed such luxury vessels as superyacht E88. ... read full story

Raphael Laloux-designed 65m explorer yacht ATLANTIC concept

March 05, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Measuring impressive 65 meters in length, expedition yacht Atlantic concept, a finalist of the Young Designer of the Year Award at the ShowBoats Design Awards 2013, has been penned by Raphael Laloux from France. She represents a re-interpretation of the automobile universe in a yacht. ... read full story

ShowBoats Design Awards 2014 for two French superyacht designers

March 05, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Two French superyacht designers, Pascal Conq and Raphael Laloux, have been honoured with the prestigious ShowBoats Design Award 2014, as proudly announced by the French luxury yacht builder, JFA Yachts. ... read full story

Official opening of 2014 Dubai International Boat Show

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The highly anticipated Dubai International Boat Show has officially opened today, on March 4. Two of the largest vessels on display are the 88,5m Oceanco mega yacht NIRVANA and the 88m Lurssen superyacht QUATTROELLE. ... read full story

Gulf Craft displaying three superyachts at Dubai Boat Show 2014

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Officially opened today, the 2014 Dubai Boat Show features three luxury superyachts by Gulf Craft: Majesty 135, Majesty 121 and Majesty 105, as well as a special presentation of the beautiful interiors of superyacht Majesty 155, which is currently under construction. ... read full story

A very successful 14th Azimut Benetti YachtMaster

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's 14th edition of Azimut Benetti YachtMaster was another great success. The event, destined for captains of Azimut|Benetti yachts over 100 feet, hosted more than 150 guests in the lovely Italy yacht charter location - Tuscany. ... read full story

AITAC among IY&A Awards 2014 Finalists with motor yacht CM42 concept

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Dutch company AITAC has been selected as one of the finalists for the International Yacht & Aviation Award 2014, with their superyacht CM42 concept, entering the ‘Yacht Concept Design over 30 metres‘ category. ... read full story

Video: Luxury motor yacht Soraya 46 by Soraya Yachts

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This is a video showing the enchanting 46m superyacht Soraya 46 by Soraya Yachts, built by the Turkish shipyard Gentech Yachts in 2013. She has been beautifullly penned by UNIELLE Yacht Design. ... read full story

Admiral Tecnomar attending Dubai Boat Show with motor yacht ZAHRAA on display

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Officially opened today, the 2014 Dubai International Boat Show is hosting the prestigious Italian shipyard Admiral Tecnomar, showcasing their Nadara 30m superyacht Zahraa. ... read full story

Successful sea trials for 73m Picchiotti motor yacht GRACE E sold by Perini Navi Group

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Sold by Perini Navi Group as the third Vitruvius series vessel, the breath-taking 73m Picchiotti superyacht Grace E has successfully completed her sea trials. The vessel boasts elegant and contemporary interiors, designed by Remi Tessier. ... read full story

Luxury motor yacht Project Symphony by Raphael Laloux

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Young French designer, Raphael Laloux, has recently won the Young Designer of the Year Award 2014 at the ShowBoats Design Awards with his superyacht Project Symphony. This striking concept is based on unusual 60m commercial vessel SWATH. ... read full story

This year’s RORC Caribbean 600 attended by record number of 60 yachts

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A record number of 60 yachts attended the recently concluded 6th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600. The overall winner of this year's regatta has become George Sakellaris' RP72 sailing yacht Shockwave. ... read full story

International Clean Marina accreditation for Mourjan Marinas’ Lusail Marina and Almouj Marina

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Both operated by Mourjan Marinas, Lusail Marina in Doha, Qatar as well as Almouj Marina in Muscat, Oman have been recently awarded with the International Clean Marina accreditation. ... read full story

Bellingham Marine celebrates opening of new luxury yacht marina at Melbourne’s St. Kilda Harbour

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Last month saw Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron and Bellingham Marine celebrate the grand opening of a new luxury yacht marina. The new facility can accommodate yachts measuring up to 23 meters in LOA. ... read full story

First Beach Polo World Cup in China launched by superyacht & lifestyle show SO! DALIAN

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The first ever Beach Polo World Cup in China has been proudly launched by founder of China Rendez-Vous Delphine Lignieres and her team, in partnership with The Polo Life LLC, in order to bring a unique touch of refinement and glamour to China’s highly anticipated yacht show SO! DALIAN. ... read full story

VVW-Nieuwpoort Marina joins ICOMIA Marinas Group

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Belgium-based VVW-Nieuwpoort Marina has been recently welcomed by the ICOMIA Marinas Group as its new member. The superyacht marina's general manager, Steven Desloovere, will be speaking at the ICOMIA World Marinas Conference 2014, running in June. ... read full story

ShowBoats Design Award 2014 for Rene van der Velden-designed CaryAli Yacht

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Built by Alloy Yachts to a design by Rene van der Velden, the elegant 39-metre expedition yacht CaryAli has received the ShowBoats Design Award 2014 for "Best Exterior Styling & Design for a Displacement Motor Yacht 30-60 Meters". ... read full story

Newly launched CRN 133 mega yacht

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

CRN Ancona has successfully launched the all new 61m superyacht CRN 133. Designed by Francesco Paszkowski, she can comfortably sleep up to 12 guests. ... read full story

Dubai International Boat Show 2014 to host regional royalty and top superyacht buyers

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The highly anticipated Dubai International Boat Show 2014 will start today, on March 4. The event will be attended by 840 exhibiting companies and brands, including the leading superyacht directory, Yachting Pages. ... read full story

New Ultra-Modern Superyacht Repair Facility acquired by Jarrett Bay

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new ultra-modern superyacht repair facility has been recently added by Jarrett Bay to the list of amenities they offer at their 175-acre Marine Industrial Park. It can accommodate up to two 100-foot superyachts side-by-side. ... read full story

New Princess S72 Yacht with finishing touch by Wild Group

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Wild Group has added a fusion of colour to the brand new Princess S72 yacht, which made her World Premiere at the 2014 Miami Yacht & Brokerage Show. ... read full story

New motor yacht Majesty 105 launched by Gulf Craft

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Gulf Craft has recently launched the new superyacht Majesty 105. She will be displayed at the 2014 Dubai International Boat Show, set to open its doors today, on March 4. ... read full story

ADMIRAL CACOS V Yacht awarded a SHOWBOATS DESIGN AWARD 2014

March 03, 2014

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Luxury yacht CACOS V, constructed by Admiral Tecnomar in Italy was awarded the 'Exterior Design and Styling Award' at the recently held ShowBoats Design Awards 2014. ... read full story

Luxury superyacht tender JET TENDER 33 by Castoldi

March 03, 2014

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Castoldi introduces its new Jet Tender 33 yacht tender, which also represents its largest model and the only one with two water-jet drives and two engines. ... read full story

Sailing yacht SHOCKWAVE wins 2014 RORC Caribbean 600

March 03, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The overall winner of this year's RORC Caribbean 600 has become George Sakellaris' RP72 sailing yacht Shockwave. The prize was presented to the yacht's crew at Antigua Yacht Club on Friday, February 28. ... read full story

New ‘Miami Mega Yacht Marina’ Project

March 03, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The new 'Miami Mega Yacht Marina' project has been unveiled by Homero Meruelo, Owner of Miami Mega Yacht Club, and his team of architects and engineers. Including 16 berths for superyachts of over 200ft in LOA, the project will require Board of County Commission approval, which is to be considered today, on March 3. ... read full story

Rio de Janeiro’s Marina da Gloria: Berthing during FIFA World Cup 2014

March 03, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Marina da Gloria in Brazil's Rio de Janeiro will be accommodating yachts during this year's FIFA World Cup. The marina provides berths for yachts measuring up to 60 meters in LOA. ... read full story

New 61m motor yacht CRN 133 launched by CRN

March 03, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Measuring impressive 61 meters in LOA, the brand new superyacht CRN 133 has hit the water at CRN Ancona this morning. Designed by bespoke Francesco Paszkowski, she will remain in the shipyard until the end of April, before being delivered to her new Owner. ... read full story

This year’s 22nd Dubai International Boat Show to open tomorrow

March 03, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The eagerly awaited Dubai International Boat Show will start tomorrow, with two of the largest superyachts in the history of the event on display: the 88m Oceanco mega yacht NIRVANA and the 88m Lurssen superyacht QUATTROELLE. ... read full story

Special mention for Azimut-Benetti Group at UIM Environmental Awards 2013

March 03, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Special mention for 'Environmental Benefits' went to the Azimut|Benetti Group in recognition of its multi-site 'BS OHSAS 18001' certification, demonstrating the strategic value attributed by the company to investments in safety, quality and environment. The prize was presented during the awards ceremony of the 'UIM Environmental Award', which took place in Monte Carlo on March 1, 2014. ... read full story

Photos of Dubois designed Feadship 689 yacht under construction

March 03, 2014

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Photos taken by Kees Torn were taken of a luxury yacht under construction at Feadship, being transported from Gouwerok to De Vries. It is very likely that the images show Feadship Hull 689 yacht due to be delivered in 2015. ... read full story

Couach launches second 5000 Fly motor yacht BELONGERS

March 03, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Couach from France has successfully launched its second 5000 Fly superyacht Belongers, following a great success of her sister ship - the 50m motor yacht La Pellegrina. ... read full story

Time lapse video: Hauling out of 72m Feadship mega yacht PREDATOR at Monaco Marine

March 03, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Monaco Marina has shared a video made by Nicolas Raffi from hauling of the 72m Feadship superyacht Predator at La Ciotat-based shipyard directly inside the paint shed. ... read full story

Video from launch party of 72ft Claasen sailing yacht LOUISE (ex Bougainville)

March 03, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This is a video from the launch party of the 72ft luxury yacht Louise (ex Bougainville), published by Claasen Shipyards. She has been beautifully penned by Berret Racoupeau, with interior design by Rhoades Young. ... read full story

New website launched by Mourjan Marinas-operated Almouj Marina

March 03, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Positioned in Oman, Mourjan Marinas-operated Almouj Marina has proudly launched its newly redesigned website. The superyacht marina will offer special 30 per cent discount on transient berthing at this week’s Dubai International Boat Show. ... read full story

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