2014 October

News Archive

Peters & May – A new member of British Marine Federation (BMF)

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Global marine transport provider, Peters & May, has recently become a new member of the British Marine Federation (BMF). ... read full story

Mulder 98 Flybridge Yacht YN1391 successfully completes technical sea trials

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Mulder 98 Flybridge super yacht YN1391 has recently completed her technical sea trials with a great success, achieving a maximum speed of 22 knots; two knots more than expected. The vessel made its world debut at last month's HISWA Amsterdam in-water Boat Show. ... read full story

NZ Marine announces strong entries for 2015 New Zealand Millennium Cup

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Next year's NZ Millennium Cup will boast a strong line-up of luxury vessels, including Yachting Developments charter yacht BLISS, as well as Perini Navi superyacht Silencio. ... read full story

Ned Ship Group releases new homepage

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Ned Ship Group has proudly released their new homepage, showing the company’s new series, superyacht projects, as well as services. ... read full story

Sunreef Yachts to display 70 Sunreef Power Yacht DAMRAK II at Qatar International Boat Show 2014

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Set to run from November 11 to 15, this year's Qatar International Boat Show will feature the 70 Sunreef Power charter yacht DAMRAK II. This lovely catamaran offers stability, extensive storage space, top comfort of cruising and low fuel consumption. ... read full story

FLIBS 2014: The Ferretti Group announces strongest sales year to date in the Americas

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The currently running 55th edition of the Annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) has been marked by a great news released by the Ferretti Group. The company has completed the strongest sales year to date for the fifth year running. ... read full story

Tansu Yachts announces new order for 43m motor yacht PROJECT CYCLONE

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new 43m super yacht Project Cyclone has been signed by the Turkish shipyard, Tansu Yachts. This striking vessel will offer deluxe accommodation in 4 lovely cabins. ... read full story

Fairline to introduce eight new yacht models over next three years

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The next year's London Boat Show will see Fairline Boats unveil the full details about their eight new yacht models. The plans to introduce these new models over the next three years were announced on the opening day of the 2014 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show. ... read full story

Strand Craft’s mega yacht tenders to be built by Dutch Shipyard

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Southern California design company, Strand Craft, has announced that their custom designed mega yacht tenders will be constructed by Dutch Shipyard and will feature naval architecture by Mulder Design. ... read full story

ISS Design Awards 2014 for Dubois-designed Superyachts COMO and MONDANGO 3

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The striking 46m Feadship motor yacht COMO, as well as the 56,4m Alloy sailing yacht MONDANGO 3 have been honoured with the ISS Design Award 2014 in their categories. Both vessels have been superbly penned by Dubois Naval Architects. ... read full story

Photos: The impressive 90m motor yacht NERO by Corsair Yachts

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Photos of the outstanding and elegant 90m charter yacht NERO, anchored in the port of Livorno, a lovely Italy yacht holiday destination. This breath-taking vessel was built by Corsair Yachts to a design by Neil Taylor. ... read full story

Rise in the use of iPad control on board Superyachts

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Following the launch of super yacht Adastra in 2012, the demand for the use of iPad control on board superyachts has increased, according to Daragh O’Higgins, managing director at TechWorX - a market leader for home entertainment & IT systems aboard superyachts. ... read full story

Four luxury yachts designed by Guido de Groot showcased at three major international boat shows in September 2014

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Beautifully designed by Guido de Groot, four luxury vessels were exhibited at three prestigious international boat shows last month. These include the AB 116 superyacht MUSA that was showcased at the 2014 Monaco Yacht Show. ... read full story

New Ocean Alexander 112’ Tri-Level motor yacht project among IY&A Awards 2015 Finalists

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

New Ocean Alexander 112’ Tri-Level super yacht project has been shortlisted to participate in the International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2015, in the ‘Yacht Concept up to 40m’ category. ... read full story

Feadship directors Tom and Henk de Vries and 46m Feadship motor yacht COMO receive 2014 ISS Awards

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The annual International Superyacht Society’s Awards ceremony in Fort Lauderdale, Florida saw Feadship directors, Henk and Tom de Vries, as well as the 46m Feadship superyacht Como, receive the ISS Design & Leadership Awards 2014. ... read full story

ISS Design Award 2014 for sailing yacht INUKSHUK managed by MCM

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

MCM-managed superyacht INUKSHUK has won the prestigious International Superyacht Society Design & Leadership Award 2014 in the 'Best Sail 24-40m’ category. MCM's majestic sailing yacht MARIE is currently being showcased at the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show. ... read full story

ISS Design Award 2014 for Alloy sailing yacht MONDANGO 3

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's International Superyacht Society (ISS) Design Award went to the majestic 56,4-metre luxury yacht Mondango 3, built by Alloy Yachts. ... read full story

Videos showing 64m Perini Navi sailing yacht FELICITA WEST

October 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Two videos showing the outstanding 64m Perini Navi charter yacht Felicita West, when her mast was being stepped back in and when she returned to the sea for sea trials, following her major refit. ... read full story

New UIM Secretary General

October 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Thomas Kurth (SUI) has been appointed as new Secretary General of the Union Internationale Motonautique (UIM) at its Council Meeting, which tool place in the lovely Ibiza yacht holiday location on October 25, 2014. ... read full story

CSA Annual Conference a Great Success

October 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It has been a very successful Caribbean Sailing Association (CSA) Annual Conference. The event took place from October 24 to 26 at Antigua Yacht Club in English Harbour, a fabulous Antigua yacht holiday destination, nestled in the Caribbean. ... read full story

Video: Claasen Shipyards

October 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video presenting Claasen Shipyards - one of the most prominent yards in the Dutch luxury yacht building industry. ... read full story

Video from launch of first Nauta Air 90’ motor yacht NOGA at Cantiere delle Marche

October 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the launch of the first Nauta Air 90’ super yacht NOGA, which took place at Cantiere delle Marche in Summer 2014. ... read full story

Baltic 107 sailing yacht INUKSHUK wins 2014 ISS Design Award

October 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The ISS Design Award 2014 in the category ‘Best sailing yacht in the 24m – 40m’ went to the majestic Baltic 107 super yacht Inukshuk, designed by German Frers. ... read full story

Sea trials for 120m MARYAH Yacht

October 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The outstanding 120-metre mega yacht MARYAH (Project CZAR) is presently going through her first sea trials. Launched by the Greek Elefsis Shipyard earlier in 2014, she has been superbly penned by H2 Yacht Design. ... read full story

Video: Heesen Yachts at Monaco Yacht Show 2014

October 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the prestigious Dutch builder, Heesen Yachts, at last month's Monaco Yacht Show 2014. During the event, the company presented their largest project to date - the 70m mega yacht KOMETA. ... read full story

Camper & Nicholsons Yachts presenting SAGITTA 45 superyacht tender at FLIBS 2014

October 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Camper & Nicholsons Yachts is currently participating in the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, introducing their all-new revolutionary Sagitta 45 luxury yacht tender. This lovely boat features naval architecture by Raymond Hunt Design. ... read full story

Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show 2015: Exhibitor opportunities to open on November 6, 2014

October 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Mulpha Sanctuary Cove, the organizers of the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, have announced that the exhibitor opportunities for the 2015 event will open on November 6, 2014. The next year's 27th edition of the Show will run from May 21 to 24. ... read full story

New Zealand superyacht specialist Integrated Marine Group celebrating 10 years of business

October 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Integrated Marine Group, superyacht agents and specialists in superyacht refit, service and repair in New Zealand and the South Pacific, are celebrating their 10th anniversary this year. Among key projects of the company belongs the the 56m Perini Navi charter yacht Zenji, to name but a few. ... read full story

ISS Design & Leadership Awards 2014 Winners

October 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The International Superyacht Society (ISS) has announced the winners of its 2014 Design and Leadership Awards. They were presented at the 24th Anniversary of ISS’s Awards Gala, which was hosted by the lovely Florida yacht holiday location - Fort Lauderdale. ... read full story

Motor yacht STARFISH concept by Stevens Lawson Architects shortlisted for IY&A Award 2015

October 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Super yacht STARFISH concept by Stevens Lawson Architects has been nominated for the International Yacht & Aviation Award 2015, in the ‘Yacht Concept over 40 metres’ category. ... read full story

Seatrade Middle East Maritime Exhibition 2014: DMCA pavilion visited by H.E. Dr. Abdullah Belhaif Al-Nuaimi

October 29, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

H.E. Dr. Abdullah Belhaif Al-Nuaimi, UAE Minister of Public Works and Chairman of the National Transport Authority (NTA) visited the Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) pavilion during the Seatrade Middle East Maritime 2014. The currently running event is being attended by 298 international exhibitors from 34 countries. ... read full story

DMCA reveals details of Dubai Maritime Week 2016

October 29, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's Dubai Maritime Week will come to a close tomorrow, on Thursday, October 29. Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) has unveiled some details of the 2016 event. ... read full story

Wider 32′ superyacht tender to debut at Fort Lauderdale Int’l Boat Show 2014

October 29, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This week's Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show will feature two Wider 32' yacht tenders, one featuring an orange hull and the other green hull. Designed by Fulvio de Simoni, the boat has been conceived as a tender to Wider 150' superyacht. ... read full story

Royal Huisman announces expansion with the entrance of new shareholder Royal Doeksen

October 29, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Netherlands-based superyacht builder, Royal Huisman, has announced that it has a new major shareholder in Royal Doeksen. The expansion of the company will be a focus for Royal Doeksen Shipyard Holding, a need that is reflected in the Dutch shipyard’s ever-growing order book for both new build and refit projects. ... read full story

Nautor’s order book full of superyacht projects

October 29, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It is a very busy period for Nautor's Swan, with an order book full of superyacht projects. These include four Swan 115 superyachts, currently in build at the boatyard in Finland. ... read full story

New 32m motor yacht LIBERTY unveiled by Columbus Yachts

October 29, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Currently under construction in Palumbo Group Naples Yard, the all-new 32m superyacht Liberty has been announced by Columbus Yachts. Developed in partnership with Marco Casali - Too-Design Studio, she will be presented in an exclusive preview at the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show 2014. ... read full story

First ever Ibiza Rendezvous Superyacht Regatta a Huge Success

October 29, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The first Ibiza Rendezvous superyacht regatta has been a huge success, firmly establishing itself in the Mediterranean’s racing calendar. Entries for the next year's edition of the regatta, running from October 7 to 10, are already open. ... read full story

Strong line-up of local and international sponsors for 2015 New Zealand Millennium Cup

October 29, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Next year's New Zealand Millennium Cup will boast a strong line-up of local and international sponsors, as well as luxury vessels. Returning to the race will be sailing yacht Janice of Wyoming, charter yacht Bliss, as well as superyacht Silvertip. ... read full story

London Boat Show: Where adventure starts, pioneers meet and innovation shines

October 29, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Next year's London Boat Show will run from January 9 to 18. The event will be hosting hundreds of boats and brands, including Sunseeker International, Princess Yachts and Oyster. ... read full story

Launch of new U-Boat Worx high-performance HP Sport Sub 2 submersible for superyachts

October 29, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new high-performance HP Sport Sub 2 submersible has been proudly launched by U-Boat Worx from the Netherlands. It is suitable for all superyachts from 30 meters and up. ... read full story

Tender Shipyard working on new TS80 Classic Limousine T/T Benetti motor yacht FORMOSA

October 29, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The new TS80 Classic Limousine boat - a tender to the Benetti super yacht FORMOSA - is currently under construction at Tender Shipyard in France. It features naval architecture by Philippe Cabon. ... read full story

Partnership of Simrad Yachting and Chris-Craft

October 29, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new Chris-Craft Catalina 34 superyacht tender will be fitted with dual Simrad NSO evo2 multi-touch, glass bridge navigation systems. This lovely boat will be unveiled at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2014. ... read full story

Sneak preview of new 70m sailing yacht project by Adam Voorhees

October 29, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Adam Voorhees has announced his all-new 70m superyacht project, set to be fully unveiled at the upcoming Fort Lauderdale Boat Show. ... read full story

Princess Yachts to attend FLIBS 2014 with 11 luxury yachts on display

October 29, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This week's Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) will feature an impressive line-up of 11 Princess yachts, including the S72 yacht, as well as the Princess 82 superyacht. ... read full story

Seatrade Middle East Maritime 2014 inaugurated by Sultan Bin Sulayem

October 28, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Seatrade Middle East Maritime 2014 has been officially open by H.E. Sultan Bin Sulayem, Chairman of Dubai Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation and President of Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) today, on October 28, 2014. ... read full story

H.E. Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem honoured with special award for key contributions to Dubai maritime sector

October 28, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Yesterday, October 27, 2014, in the lovely Dubai yacht holiday location, saw H.E. Sultan Bin Sulayem, Chairman of Dubai Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation and President of Dubai Maritime City Authority, receive a special award for key contributions to Dubai maritime sector. ... read full story

Authorized Service Facility Agreement signed by Perini Navi Group and Rybovich

October 28, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Authorized Service Facility Agreement has been recently signed by Perini Navi and Picchiotti, both companies of the Perini Navi Group, and Rybovich. Next year, the 73m mega yacht Grace E will be hosted by Rybovich for service work. ... read full story

Latest delivery of Tender Shipyard: TS56 T/T 43m ISA PHILMI Yacht

October 28, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new TS56 superyacht tender by Tender Shipyard has been recently delivered to its mother ship - the 43m ISA motor yacht Philmi. ... read full story

Sailing yacht OCD 130 – A 130’ Blue Water Cruiser/Racer concept by JFA Yachts and Owen Clarke Design

October 28, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Luxury sailing yacht OCD 130 represents a superb 130-foot concept design, developed by JFA Yachts and Owen Clarke Design. This true blue water cruiser boasts deluxe interiors and is capable of ocean passages. ... read full story

New superyacht projects unveiled by JFA Yachts

October 28, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Three all-new superyacht projects have been proudly introduced by JFA Yachts from France. These include a 115' power catamaran yacht, a 144’ explorer yacht, as well as a 100’ sailing yacht. ... read full story

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