2014 December

News Archive

Jasmin Rutter from sailing yacht MARIE becomes Winner of Diageo WORLD CLASS™ Yachting Cocktail Competition

December 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The winner of the very first Diageo WORLD CLASS™ Yachting Cocktail Competition, which took place at the recently concluded Antigua Charter Yacht Show, has become Jasmin Rutter from the 55m Vitters super yacht Marie. ... read full story

NZ Millennium Cup 2015 to feature Dubois Race Day

December 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The picturesque waters of the lovely Bay of Islands yacht rental location, nestled in New Zealand, will host the 2015 NZ Millennium Cup from January 21 to 23. In 2015, the South Pacific's premier superyacht regatta will feature the Dubois Race Day for the first time. ... read full story

Nautic Design Award 2014 for Frauscher 747 Mirage superyacht tender

December 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's Nautic Expo in Paris saw the Frauscher 747 Mirage yacht tender receive the “Nautic Design Award” 2014 and the “Sports & Style” special award. Both prizes were given in recognition of the hard work of Frauscher’s in-house development director Thomas Gerzer and the Austrian design team of KISKA GmbH. ... read full story

Luxury Projects shortlisted for IY&A Award 2015 with motor yacht ORNELLA

December 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Luxury Projects has been announced as one of the finalists for the 5th Annual International Yacht & Aviation Award 2015 in the 'Power Yacht Refit over 30 metres' category with Leopard super yacht Ornella (ex Jade Mary). ... read full story

Global Order Book 2015 places Azimut|Benetti Group among the world’s leading builders of over 24m yachts

December 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The rank listed by the well known American magazine ShowBoats International has once again placed the prestigious Italian superyacht builder, Azimut-Benetti Group, on top for the luxury nautical production. ... read full story

Brand new motor yacht Hatteras 80MY delivered by Hatteras Yachts

December 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new 24m super yacht Hatteras 80MY was delivered by Hatteras Yachts on December 12, 2014. This beautiful vessel provides comfortable accommodation in 4 cabins. ... read full story

New Zealand coastline opened for increased superyacht chartering

December 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

NZ Marine has unveiled a streamlined clearance process for foreign flagged yachts, wishing to charter in New Zealand waters. The new process removes the need for a bond, with an owner's written guarantee to leave New Zealand waters after 24 months, now satisfactory. ... read full story

New Otam SD35 motor yacht Hull #1 sold

December 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The sale of the new 35-metre SD35 super yacht Hull #1 has been proudly announced by OTAM Yachts from Genoa, Italy. Beautifully penned by Tommaso Spadolini, the vessel is due to be delivered in June 2016. ... read full story

New dates announced for hanseboot 2015

December 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

New dates have been announced for the next year’s 56th Hamburg International Boat Show (hanseboot). The event will run from October 31 to November 8, 2015. ... read full story

First ONE15 Christmas Boat Light Parade comes to an end

December 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The inaugural Christmas Boat Light Parade, held on 6 and 13 December 2014, saw a flotilla of 21 various sized and shaped yachts, superyachts and a mega yacht cruising from ONEº15 Marina Club to HarbourFront Cruise Bay and back. ... read full story

2015 events program unveiled by China Rendez-Vous

December 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

China-Rendezvous has unveiled their 2015 events program, consisting of six events from June to December. These include the yacht shows: So! DALIAN & So! HAINAN, focusing on the rich and unexplored Northern China and wealthy tourists. ... read full story

Official launch of Sarissa Ribs at 2015 London Boat Show

December 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Poole-based company Premier Ribs will be opening the order books at the London Boat Show 2015 in January, with a brand new range of luxury yacht tenders under the banner of Sarissa Ribs. ... read full story

Supermaxi sailing yacht WILD OATS XI Final Modification for Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race

December 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The most successful yacht to have contested the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race in its 70 year history, the 100-foot Supermaxi yacht Wild Oats XI is out of the water for a final modification. ... read full story

Aurora delivers 100ft Supermaxi sailing yacht COMANCHE set to debut at Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race

December 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Aurora Global Logistics, in conjunction with Peters & May, were pleased and honored to have been involved with the transport and logistics of the 100ft Supermaxi yacht Comanche, set to debut at the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race. ... read full story

Video: 62m Feadship motor yacht POSITIVE CARRY (ex Rasselas, hull 670) departing Miami

December 15, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the 62m super yacht Positive Carry (ex Rasselas, hull 670), while departing the fabulous Miami yacht holiday destination, nestled in Florida. The vessel was built by Feadship to a design by De Voogt Naval Architects in 2005. ... read full story

Cowes Week Limited looking for Executive Director

December 15, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Cowes Week Limited, organizer of the Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week, is currently looking for a talented and experienced executive director. He will be responsible for sponsorship income and supporting the strategic development of the regatta and its delivery. ... read full story

Superyacht ZEN January Charter Special for Indonesia Yacht Holidays

December 15, 2014

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Offering a fantastic special price, luxury yacht ZEN, a beautiful traditional phinisi yacht combined with the latest in technology and amenities, is available for Euro 100,000 this January, for an 11-night/12-day Indonesia yacht charter in Raja Ampat. ... read full story

A very successful St. Maarten Heineken Regatta Sponsor party

December 15, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The organizers of the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta hosted a very successful sponsor party on Monday, December 8, 2014, in order to show appreciation for the event's sponsors, supporting companies, persons and volunteers. ... read full story

Partnership of DMCA and Dubai Chamber to consolidate Dubai’s leadership on the global economic map

December 15, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been recently signed by Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) and the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The agreement’s strategic priorities include cooperation in maritime arbitration and investment in human capacity building. ... read full story

Show debut for Princess 68 and Princess S72 Yachts at London Boat Show 2015

December 15, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Next year's London Boat Show will feature an impressive 10 yacht line-up by Princess Yachts, including the show debut of the new Princess S72 yacht. ... read full story

Further Shortlist Success for Sarp Yacht in IY&A Awards 2015 with SAILING 30.30m Yacht Concept

December 15, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

SAILING 30.30m superyacht concept by Sarp Yacht has been announced as one of the finalists in the International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2015, in the 'Yacht Concept up to 40 metres' category. ... read full story

Photos: Nautor’s Swan sailing yacht Swan 115-002 moved to assembly yard

December 15, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Photos from the transportation of the 35m super yacht Swan 115-002 from Nautor's lamination facilities in Kållby to Nautor BTC, which took place on December 11, 2014. ... read full story

New 72m and 80m mega yacht projects by CRN and Francesco Paszkowski Design

December 15, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Two new 72m and 80m mega yacht projects have been proudly unveiled by CRN, in partnership with Francesco Paszkowski Design. Inspired by the 61m superyacht Saramour, both motor yachts can be characterised by a stylish and streamlined design. ... read full story

Photo of 88,5m Oceanco motor yacht Y710 anchored in the North Sea

December 15, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A photo showing the beautiful 88,5m Oceanco mega yacht Y710 anchored in the North Sea near Hoek van Holland on Saturday, December 13, 2014. The vessel has been superbly penned by Espen Oeino. ... read full story

Benetti announces launch of 60m superyacht FORMOSA (hull FB255)

December 15, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Benetti has proudly announced the recent launch of their all-new 60m mega yacht Formosa (hull FB255). This beautiful vessel features the interior layout and design of the guest's area by the Sinot Design Studio, in close collaboration with the owner. ... read full story

Video from re-launch of 45m motor yacht LADY ROSE at Derecktor – Florida

December 15, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the recent re-launch of the 45-metre super yacht Lady Rose, formally known as Big D, following her refit at Derecktor - Florida. She was originally launched as Calliope by Hitachi Zosen in 1986. ... read full story

New 28m motor yacht Project Nimir in build at Aegean Yacht

December 15, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Turkish shipyard, Aegean Yacht, is currently working on the construction of the 28m luxury motor yacht Project Nimir (hull 45), due to be delivered next year. ... read full story

New 34m motor yacht Project Oldesalt under construction at Aegean Yacht

December 15, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The new 34m classic super yacht Project Oldesalt (hull 44) is currently in build at Aegean Yacht in Bodrum, Turkey. She is due to be delivered next year. ... read full story

Additional images of 73m Perini Navi motor yacht GRACE E (hull C.2189)

December 15, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Additional images of the outstanding 73m super yacht GRACE E (hull C.2189), built by Perini Navi to a design by Philippe Briand in 2013. Her beautiful interiors are by Remi Tessier. ... read full story

A Busy Boat Show Season 2014 for Scorpion RIBs

December 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It has been a very busy boat show season 2014 for the well known UK luxury yacht tender manufacturer, Scorpion RIBs. The company attended three boat shows - Cannes Yachting Festival, Southampton Boat Show and Monaco Yacht Show - in three weeks. ... read full story

Brand new Scorpion Serket 1080 superyacht tender

December 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

UK company, Scorpion RIBS, has proudly unveiled their biggest boat yet - the brand new 11-metre Serket 1080 mega yacht tender. This lovely boat provides outstanding ride and 60 knot+ performance. ... read full story

Video: CRN 129 motor yacht CHOPI CHOPI leaves her shed

December 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the breath-taking 80m CRN 129 mega yacht CHOPI CHOPI, while leaving her shed in December 2012. ... read full story

43m Heesen superyacht SISTER ACT – The first yacht hauled out on new IMS 700 site

December 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

With the opening of the IMS 700 site, IMS has become the largest yacht repair shipyard in the Mediterranean. The 43,25m Heesen charter yacht Sister Act (ex Sedation, New Century) was the first yacht to be hauled out the water by the new travel lift on the IMS 700 site, designed to house yachts from 20 to 80 metres in LOA. ... read full story

Construction of 70m Perini Navi superyacht SYBARIS (hull C.2227) well underway

December 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Construction of the new 70-metre Perini Navi superyacht Sybaris (hull C.2227) is in full swing. Once completed, she will represent the second largest Perini Navi sailing vessel ever built. ... read full story

Southern Wind 94 sailing yacht Windfall completes RORC Transatlantic Race 2014

December 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Southern Wind 94 superyacht Windfall is the second Maxi that has successfully finished the RORC Transatlantic Race 2014, following the Baltic 78 charter yacht Lupa of London. She completed the race in an elapsed time of 11 days, 04 hours, 53 minutes and 48 seconds. ... read full story

Line Honours Victory for Baltic 78 sailing yacht LUPA OF LONDON at RORC Transatlantic Race 2014

December 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The inaugural RORC Transatlantic Race 2014 was marked by the Line Honours Victory of Jeremy Pilkington's British Baltic 78 charter yacht Lupa of London. She completed the race in an elapsed time of 11 days, 01 hour, 38 minutes and 55 seconds. ... read full story

Partnership of DYT Yacht Transport and OCEARCH

December 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

DYT Yacht Transport has partnered with Ocearch to save the oceans. The 126-foot research vessel M/V OCEARCH is currently making its way from Port Everglades in Florida to Brisbane in Australia on board DYT’s 686’ flagship Yacht Express. The OCEARCH team will begin its research in early 2015. ... read full story

Video: Highlights from SeaKeepers 2014 DISCOVERY Yacht expeditions

December 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video with the highlights from the 2014 DISCOVERY Yacht expeditions, released by The International Seakeepers Society. ... read full story

The International SeaKeepers Society returns from successful shark tagging expedition aboard motor yacht FUGITIVE and super yacht QING

December 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Last month, The International SeaKeepers Society returned from a successful shark tagging expedition aboard the 125' Northcoast super yacht Fugitive and the 150' Cheoy Lee motor yacht Qing, supporting the University of Miami and National Geographic. The expedition took place at Tiger Beach, a lovely Bahamas yacht charter destination. ... read full story

Excellent performance of Southern Wind SW 94 sailing yacht WINDFALL at inaugural RORC Transatlantic Race 2014

December 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The first RORC Transatlantic Race 2014 was a great success for the Southern Wind SW 94 super yacht Windfall. She completed the race scoring a second position in elapsed time and first in IRC Zero Class. ... read full story

Second Red Bull Youth America’s Cup confirmed for 2017

December 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Following a very successful first edition last year, the second Red Bull Youth America’s Cup will return in 2017, with qualifying kicking off from 2016. ... read full story

Inaugural Maritime & Ports Middle East Conference supported by DMCA

December 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The first Maritime & Ports Middle East Conference was hosted by Jumeirah Emirates Towers in the fabulous Dubai yacht holiday location yesterday, on December 10, 2014. The event was held under the patronage of Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA). ... read full story

Gold Coast International Marine Expo donates $17,000 to four beneficiary charities

December 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Gold Coast International Marine Expo donated $17,000 to four beneficiary charities - Rotary Club of Coomera River, Sailability Gold Coast, Westpac Lifesaver Helicopter Rescue Service, and Sea World Research & Rescue Foundation - at a special ceremony, where the dates for the 2015 Expo were confirmed as 21-24 May. ... read full story

Special Festive Celebration Events and Packages announced by Karpaz Gate Marina

December 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Karpaz Gate Marina in Northern Cyprus, a lovely Eastern Mediterranean yacht rental destination, has announced the special festive celebration events and packages, as part of the 'Festive Week at the Marina', starting on Wednesday, December 24, 2014. ... read full story

Partnership of Thailand Elite and Phuket International Boat Show (PIMEX)

December 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A strategic partnership has been signed between Thailand Elite and Phuket International Boat Show (PIMEX) to attract High Net Worth Individuals to the beautiful Thailand yacht charter destination, nestled in the Southeast Asia. ... read full story

Quaynote Superyacht Conference & Networking Events: Venue and Line-Up of Speakers

December 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Quaynote Superyacht Conference & Networking Events will run concurrently with the 2015 Palma Superyacht Show, starting on April 30. Confirmed speakers and panel members include a world-renowned superyacht designer, Marnix Hoekstra - Managing Director of Vripack Naval Architects. ... read full story

New 56m sailing yacht AQUARIUS by Dykstra Naval Architects and Royal Huisman

December 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Dykstra Naval Architects and Royal Huisman have proudly announced a new order for the 56m super yacht Aquarius, due to be delivered in the autumn of 2017. This beautiful classic ketch boasts elegant interiors by Mark Whiteley Design. ... read full story

Experience the presence of the Dominator D26M motor yacht Ilumen at Dusseldorf Boat Show 2015

December 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Next year's Dusseldorf Yacht Show will see Dominator Yachts offer its clients to walk through the 26M super yacht Ilumen that is not yet built, but is "sensed" as though she is thanks to virtual reality. ... read full story

69m trimaran motor yacht Project SUBSEE by Sylvain Viau Design (SVDesign)

December 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Sylvain Viau Design (SVDesign) is currently working on the development of the all-new 69m motor yacht Project Subsee. This striking trimaran is especially dedicated to operate between 2 and 4 leisure submarines. ... read full story

Guide to the biggest 101 luxury yachts in the world

December 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Today, on December 11, 2014, the definitive guide to the world's biggest superyachts will go on sale in the January 2015 issue of Boat International magazine. The biggest yacht in the world remains the breath-taking 180 metre mega yacht Azzam, built by Lurssen to a design by Nauta Yachts. ... read full story

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