An exclusive interview with the owners and the crew of the fantastic Lagoon 500 charter yacht OMBRE BLU, available for rent in Mediterranean's Italy, including Aeolian yacht charters, Sardinia, Sicily, Naples, Amalfi, Capri or the Tuscan isles. ... read full story
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Exclusive Interview: Southern Italy and Aeolian Islands Yacht Charter aboard Sailing Catamaran OMBRE BLU
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A year of significant milestones for Riviera Yachts
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2014 has been a year of significant milestones for Riviera Yachts from Australia, including the recent launch of its largest and most luxurious yacht ever – the majestic new motor yacht Riviera 77 Enclosed Flybridge. The yard has already a signed contract for a second 77, scheduled for delivery mid-year. ... read full story
Asia Pacific Superyachts Maldives reports on some of the world’s finest superyachts visiting the Maldives
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Asia Pacific Superyachts Maldives has proudly reported on some of the world’s most spectacular superyachts visiting the Maldives yacht rental location in 2013 and 2014. These include such beautiful vessels as luxury charter yacht Cloud 9. ... read full story
Order for new 64m motor yacht Project A3 signed by Aegean Yacht
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The all-new 64m mega yacht Project A3 has been signed by Aegean Yacht from Turkey. This striking vessel has been beautifully designed by Soyaslan Design Ltd. ... read full story
Video: The Islands of Tahiti for the ISS Design & Leadership Award gala night
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A film made by Tahiti Private Expeditions for the ISS Design & Leadership Award gala night, where the Islands of Tahiti was one of the platinum sponsors and the theme for the night was 'Tahitian Flair'. ... read full story
Video: Abeking & Rasmussen motor yacht SILVER CLOUD in Tuamotu, French Polynesia
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A video showing the 41m Abeking & Rasmussen superyacht Silver Cloud during the trip around the various islands of the fabulous French Polynesia yacht holiday destination – Tuamotu, which took place in April 2014. ... read full story
Cantiere delle Marche to compete with motor yacht NOGA in IY&A Awards 2015
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Luxury motor yacht NOGA by Cantiere delle Marche has been announced as one of the finalists for the Fifth Annual International Yacht & Aviation Award 2015 in the ‘Power Yacht 25-40 metres’ category. ... read full story
Luxury yacht builder Baglietto today – a bespoke Italian leadership
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Established by Pietro Baglietto in 1854, Baglietto represents one of the most prestigious luxury yacht builders in the world today. Six new motor-yachts are currently under construction at the yard, including a new 46m displacement motor yacht. ... read full story
The book ‘Baglietto – 160 years of Italian Boatbuilding’ presented by Baglietto shipyard
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The prominent Italian luxury yacht builder, Baglietto, proudly presented its new book ‘Baglietto – 160 years of Italian Boatbuilding’ in Italy's Milan on December 1, 2014. The book has been edited by three journalists experts of the yachting sector, Mr. Roberto Franzoni, Mr. Dominique Gabirault and Mr. Justin Ratcliffe. ... read full story
Sea trials aboard the 70 Sunreef Power Yacht DAMRAK II
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Sea trials aboard the 70 Sunreef Power charter yacht DAMRAK II have been organized by Sunreef Yachts representatives in the beautiful Dubai yacht charter location, earlier this month. This lovely catamaran is currently for sale. ... read full story
Tansu Yachts signs order for 38,4m motor yacht Project TIGERSHARK ONE
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The order for the all-new 38,4m super yacht Project Tigershark One has been recently signed by Tansu Yachts from Turkey. She represents the first vessel of the ‘Tigershark’ platform, with delivery scheduled in 18 months. ... read full story
Inaugural Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition
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The CWM FX London Boat Show 2015 will be marked by the inaugural Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition, running from Wednesday 14 to Thursday 15 January 2015. The competition is sponsored by BMT Nigel Gee and Pendennis Shipyard. ... read full story
Sunreef Yachts once again teams up with La Mania Fashion House
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The prominent Polish luxury yacht builder, Sunreef Yachts, has once again teamed up with La Mania Fashion House as the strategic partner of their Spring - Summer 2015 collection. This took place on December 17, 2014, in the Soho Factory in Warsaw. ... read full story
Atlantic Record broken by 100ft Maxi superyacht LEOPARD 3
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December 3, 2014, saw the 100ft Maxi charter yacht Leopard 3 set a new record for the ARC Race, when she crossed the finish line off Rodney Bay, a fabulous St.Lucia yacht holiday destination, nestled in the Caribbean. ... read full story
New 115’ Power Catamaran Concept by JFA Yachts & Peugeot Design Lab
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New 115’ motor yacht concept has been proudly presented by JFA Yachts and Peugeot Design Lab. The 35-metre catamaran boasts a striking, sportive look. ... read full story
East Cowes luxury yacht marina to be developed by Camper & Nicholsons Marinas
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Camper & Nicholsons Marinas has been chosen to lead the development of the new Victoria Marina. This all-new 400-berth luxury yacht marina will be positioned at East Cowes on the Isle of Wight, UK. ... read full story
International Superyacht Coatings Conference 2014 comes to an end
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Friday, December 12, 2014, saw the International Superyacht Coatings Conference come to a close. The event was attended by 99 professionals, who are involved in the coatings process of newly built and refitted yachts. ... read full story
Video: Sanlorenzo 108 motor yacht ALEGHI heading to Miami, Florida
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A video showing Sanlorenzo 108 super yacht Aleghi, while heading to the lovely Florida yacht holiday location – Miami on Sunday, December 14, 2014. ... read full story
Video: Launch of 73m motor yacht YALLA (CRN 132)
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A video showing the launch of the impressive 73m mega yacht YALLA (CRN 132) at the CRN shipyard in Ancona, Italy on May 31, 2014. The vessel has been beautifully designed by Omega Architects. ... read full story
Princess Yachts to be present at boot Dusseldorf 2015 with seven yacht display
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Princess Yachts will be attending the 2015 Dusseldorf Boat Show, showcasing seven luxury vessels. These will include Princess 98 superyacht, as well as Princess 82 yacht. ... read full story
Wider 32’ yacht tender shortlisted for European Power Boat of the Year 2015
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Wider 32’ luxury yacht tender has been announced as one of the finalists for the European Power Boat of the Year 2015 in the category "under 35ft". The winners will be unveiled during the Dusseldorf Boat Show in January. ... read full story
Update on construction of motor yacht WIDER 150’
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Wider Yachts from Ancona, Italy has shared exciting news: the transom of luxury super yacht Wider 150 is now completely assembled. ... read full story
Construction of motor yacht WIDER 165’ underway
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Italian shipyard, Wider Yachts, is currently working on the luxury superyacht Wider 165', due to be delivered in 2016. Construction of the first section of the aluminium hull is well advanced. ... read full story
Clear Yacht Interiors nominated for IY&A Award 2015 with sailing yacht MARI-CHA III
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Clear Yacht Interiors has been announced as one of the finalists for the International Yacht & Aviation Award 2015, with luxury charter yacht MARI-CHA III. She has been refitted by Derecktor Shipyards in Connecticut. ... read full story
Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show 2014 a Resounding Success
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Last month's Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show was a huge success. The event set a new benchmark in sales and visitor turnout. ... read full story
Azimut|Benetti YachtMaster 2015, February 4 – 6
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Next year's 15th Anniversary Azimut|Benetti YachtMaster will run in the beautiful Tuscany yacht charter destination, nestled in Italy, from February 4 to 6. The annual event is dedicated to Azimut Benetti superyachts Captains and Industry professionals. ... read full story
Revolver 44 GT among Motor Boat Awards 2015 Finalists
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Revolver 44 GT by Revolver Boats has been shortlisted for the Motor Boat Award 2015 in the category 'Performance and Sportboats'. The boat has been entirely designed by Alberto Mancini. ... read full story
Superyacht Design Symposium 2015 to feature inspiring panel of expert speakers
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The Superyacht Design Symposium 2015 is expected to feature an inspiring panel of expert speakers, including yacht designers Terence Disdale and Andrew Winch, as well as yacht stylists Espen Oeino and Peder Eidsgaard. ... read full story
Sunseeker to attend CWM FX London Boat Show 2015 with an amazing collection of luxury yachts on display
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Next year's CWM FX London Boat Show will feature an amazing collection of luxury vessels, including the brand new Predator 57, as well as Sunseeker 86 Yacht and Sunseeker 75 Yacht. ... read full story
Luxury motor yacht SARP58 by Sarp Yacht among IY&A Awards 2015 Finalists
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Luxury super yacht SARP58 by Sarp Yacht has been announced as one of the International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2015 finalists in the ‘Yacht Concept over 40 metres’ category. The interior design is by Sarp Yacht and Donald Starkey, while the exterior design is by naval architect Osman Tanju Kalayciouglu. ... read full story
Additional renderings of new M Class motor yacht Princess 30M
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Additional renderings of the all-new M Class super yacht Princess 30M have been proudly released by Princess Yachts from the UK. The vessel boasts the main deck master stateroom with a unique reverse cabin layout. ... read full story
Former Japanese fisheries vessel to be converted into 45m explorer motor yacht Cklass Nautique by HYS Yachts
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A former Japanese fisheries vessel will be converted into a luxury 45m explorer superyacht Cklass Nautique by the Philippines-based refit shipyard, HYS Yachts. Completion of the project is scheduled for mid February 2015. ... read full story
CdM announces sale of Darwin Class 102’ yacht and Nauta Air 108’ superyacht
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The sale of the all-new luxury motor yacht Darwin Class 102’ as well as the new superyacht Nauta Air 108’ has been proudly announced by the Ancona-based shipyard, Cantiere delle Marche. ... read full story
New 68m carbon fibre catamaran SV223’ concept by Sea Voyager
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New 68m carbon fibre catamaran SV223’ concept has been unveiled by Sea Voyager. Developed by naval architect Duchatelet Design, this striking vessel boasts 766m2 of deck space and an owner’s cabin, covering 100m2. ... read full story
Oceania Marine working on refit of 31,5m motor yacht BLACK PEARL
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New Zealand-based refit shipyard, Oceania Marine, is currently working on the refit of the 2011 super yacht Black Pearl. She will receive a hull repaint in her beautiful metallic grey and minor coating repairs on the superstructure, as well as general maintenance works. ... read full story
Two New Directors for Horizon Motor Yachts Australia
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The well known Taiwan-based shipyard, Horizon Yachts, has recently welcomed two new Directors to Horizon Motor Yachts Australia: Matt Yapp and Gary Wahlstedt. They are both current Horizon yacht owners; Matt owns the Horizon E88 superyacht White Caviar and Gary owns the Horizon E73 motor yacht Swell Time. ... read full story
Partnership of Feadship Heritage Fleet and Sevenstar Yacht Transport
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Feadship Heritage Fleet and Sevenstar Yacht Transport have proudly announced their partnership, in order to support and promote Dutch heritage in the world. ... read full story
Dominator Design & Development AG shortlisted for IY&A Award 2015 with D26m motor yacht ILUMEN
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Dominator Design & Development AG has been nominated for the International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2015, with Dominator 26m super yacht ILUMEN. She will compete for the 'Yacht Concept up to 40 metres' award. ... read full story
Latest 60m explorer motor yacht EXCALIBUR concept unveiled by Sigmund Yacht Design
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The all-new 60m explorer mega yacht EXCALIBUR concept has been proudly unveiled by Sigmund Yacht Design from Austria, in partnership with BMT Nigel Gee. The vessel boasts sleek, clean and balanced lines. ... read full story
Hoek-designed ELFJE Yacht and sailing yacht WISP shortlisted for ShowBoats Design Awards 2015
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The 151ft Pilot Classic super yacht ELFJE and the 157ft luxury yacht WISP have been shortlisted for the 2015 ShowBoats Design Awards 2015 in three sailing yacht award categories. Both vessels were built by Royal Huisman to a design by Hoek. ... read full story
Filippetti Navetta 30 motor yacht GATSBY among ShowBoats Design Awards 2015 Finalists
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Filippetti Navetta 30 luxury yacht GATSBY has been shortlisted for the prestigious ShowBoats Design Award 2015, in the 'Environmental Protection' category. ... read full story
Marine industry contributes to two million apprenticeship milestone
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The new boatbuilding apprenticeship is being developed by employers within the government’s trailblazer scheme. Co-ordinated by the British Marine Federation (BMF), the employer led group to encourage apprentices in the marine industry is led by Berthon Boat Company, with the participation of BMF member companies, including Sunseeker, Princess Yachts, Fairline Boats, Pendennis, to name but a few. ... read full story
METS 2014 a Huge Success
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This year's Marine Equipment Trade Show (METS) exceeded all the expectations and set the tone for the marine equipment sector. The event welcomed 1,358 exhibitors from 48 countries, along with 21,086 visitors. ... read full story
Gulf Craft CEO Key Speaker at the 4th Annual CET ME Conference
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Gulf Craft’s CEO, Erwin Bamps, has been invited as one of the keynote speakers at the 4th Annual CET (Customer Engagement Technology) Middle East conference. This was held at the Sofitel Dubai, The Palm on November 25, 2014. ... read full story
Dates and Activities Program for SO! DALIAN 2015 unveiled by China Rendez-Vous
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China Rendez-Vous has unveiled the official dates and activities program of the 2nd edition of SO! DALIAN, running from June 18 to 21. The 2015 event will feature more exhibition surface and further expansion of the activities programs. ... read full story
Luxury Superyachts visiting Maldives
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The breath-taking Maldives yacht holiday destination, nestled in the Indian Ocean, has been visited by plenty of luxury vessels in 2013 and 2014, as stated by Asia Pacific Superyachts Maldives GM Mohamed Hammed. These include such outstanding vessels as the luxury charter yacht Cloud 9. ... read full story
Second Horizon motor yacht V72 suited to Taiwan Owner’s modern style
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The order for the second V72 yacht has been recently signed by the well known Taiwan-based shipyard, Horizon Yachts. She is due to be completed in Spring 2015. ... read full story