2015 June

News Archive

South Pacific Yacht Charter now supported by South Pacific Superyachting

June 30, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Countries in the lovely South Pacific yacht charter location have banded together to market their region as one destination, and formed the 'South Pacific Superyachting'. What this means in practical terms for yachts, crew and owners is easily-accessed cruising information, which covers the region as a whole, cohesive legislation across countries and one information touchpoint. ... read full story

DYNAMIQ – A new category of Superyachts

June 30, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Developed by Sergei Dobroserdov, the all-new superyacht brand DYNAMIQ was officially launched at the Yacht Club de Monaco last week. Construction of the first DYNAMIQ yacht is already well underway at the NCA shipyard in Carrara, Italy and will be launched in the summer of 2016. ... read full story

J Class Falmouth Regatta 2015 Overall Victory for Pendennis-refitted Superyacht LIONHEART

June 30, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

J Class super yacht LIONHEART has become the overall winner of this month's J Class Falmouth Regatta. The vessel has recently completed a major refit at the Pendennis Shipyard, which included a five-year survey programme as well as exterior paint. ... read full story

Bahamas and New England Yacht Charter Special aboard 47m Luxury Yacht RHINO

June 30, 2015

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Don't miss the opportunity to charter yacht RHINO for 8 nights for the price of 7 in the beautiful New England or the Bahamas this summer. With accommodation to up to 10 guests in 5 spacious suites, Rhino is an ideal option for families or a group of friends. ... read full story

Re-launch of Majestic 65m Mega Yacht ADIX after refit at PENDENNIS

June 30, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

May 2015 saw Pendennis successfully re-launch the 65-metre sailing superyacht ADIX, following her comprehensive 8-month refit. These included engineering works, as well as exterior improvements. ... read full story

Delivery of new unique Limousine Tender to 68m Lurssen Mega Yacht GLOBAL (ex Kismet)

June 30, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Built by Xtenders to a design by Vripack, the new 8m Limousine Tender to the 68m Lurssen super yacht GLOBAL (ex Kismet, Project Falcon, hull 13641) has been recently delivered. ... read full story

Striking Sunseeker Predator 82 Motor Yacht MAORO sold and delivered

June 30, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The sale and delivery of the Sunseeker Predator 82 yacht MAORO has been proudly announced by Sunseeker Southampton. The vessel has been designed and built for extended periods of cruising on board. ... read full story

Ferretti Group’s New Luxury Yacht Models to be displayed at the 2015 Autumn Boat Shows

June 30, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Ferretti Group will be present at this year's Autumn Boat Shows in Cannes and Monaco, showcasing such beautiful vessels as Custom Line 108 superyacht, as well as CRN 55 Atlante yacht. ... read full story

Harvey Shipyard Group acquires superyacht builder Trinity Yachts

June 30, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Trinity Yachts has been acquired by marine transportation company, Harvey Gulf International Marine. What this news means for the US superyacht builder is unknown at this time. ... read full story

Mengi Yay starts working on new 45m Motor Yacht AQUARIUS (NB93)

June 30, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The new 45-metre NB93 super yacht AQUARIUS (project name) is currently under construction at the Mengi Yay shipyard in Turkey. Designed by Oğuzhan Güler, the vessel will comfortably sleep up to 10 guests. ... read full story

All-New Hatteras 100 RPH Motor Yacht Hull No. 3 Launched

June 30, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

US shipyard, Hatteras Yachts, has successfully launched the third Hatteras 100 Raised Pilothouse (RPH) yacht, a sistership to superyachts Mr Loui and Magalita V. ... read full story

All-new 77m Explorer Motor Yacht YERSIN designed by Pierre J. KUBIS Designs

June 29, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This month was marked by the naming ceremony of the impressive 77-metre explorer yacht YERSIN, constructed by the Piriou Shipyard in France to a design by Pierre J. Kubis Designs. She has been built around the A.S.E. project, with three key objectives in mind as to how the vessel will be deployed: Adventure, Science and Education. ... read full story

World Premiere of New BENETTI Motor Yacht VIVACE 125’ at Cannes Yachting Festival

June 29, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new Benetti Fast Displacement super yacht VIVACE 125' is set to make her world debut at the upcoming Cannes Yachting Festival 2015 in September. A sistership to VELOCE 140' yacht, she can comfortably sleep 8 guests in 4 deluxe suites and the owner's apartments. ... read full story

New Sunseeker 116 Yacht Exclusive Preview

June 29, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Sunseeker International is currently working on the new '116 Yacht' superyacht. Destined for entertaining in style, the vessel is scheduled for launch in Spring 2016. ... read full story

All-new Motor Yacht ‘131 Yacht’ by SUNSEEKER

June 29, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This is a video introducing the latest Sunseeker 131 Yacht, currently under construction, with launch scheduled for January 2016. ... read full story

YOTSPOT – Online community for Captains, Crew and Employers

June 29, 2015

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Since 2010, Yotspot has been brining together superyacht and luxury yacht captains, crew as well as recruiting agencies, for job opportunities, training and much, much more... ... read full story

Extensive facilities and workforce expansion at Pendennis Shipyard

June 29, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Pendennis Shipyard in UK’s Falmouth has successfully completed and christened its 7,564m² non-tidal wet basin. This has already hosted 6 superyachts from its opening in May 2015. ... read full story

All-new Superyacht Mulder 2800 RPH – Full Beam concept

June 29, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Additional renderings of the new Mulder 2800 Raised Pilot House - Full Beam concept, also featured on CharterWorld on April 7, 2015. This striking vessel has been entirely designed by Frank Laupman from Omega Architects. ... read full story

Beautiful Hargrave 101’ RPH Motor Yacht SOLO TU underway

June 29, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the Hargrave 101' Raised Pilothouse super yacht SOLO TU, while leaving the beautiful Fort Lauderdale yacht charter destination, nestled in Florida. ... read full story

Take a glimpse at New MAJESTY 155 Yacht – Gulf Craft’s largest and latest addition to Majesty Yachts brand

June 29, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The latest photos of the all-new MAJESTY 155 superyacht - the largest Gulf Craft vessel belonging to the Majesty Yachts brand. ... read full story

First stage of new Trinity Point Marina gets green light

June 26, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Johnson Property Group has been given the approval to start working on the first phase of the Trinity Point Marina, set to grace the beautiful shores of Lake Macquarie in New South Wales, Australia. The marina will accommodate yachts measuring up to 30m in LOA. ... read full story

STP Shipyard Palma completes refit of Luxury Charter Yacht MIRAGE

June 26, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Originally launched by FEADSHIP in 1979, luxury charter yacht MIRAGE has undergone a major refit, performed by STP Shipyard Palma. The refit started in September 2012, and was carried out during the last three winters. ... read full story

Sunseeker Poole sells and delivers new Sunseeker 86 Yacht

June 26, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The latest Sunseeker 86 Yacht has been successfully sold and delivered by Sunseeker Poole. The vessel boasts a beautiful open plan saloon with patio doors, leading to balcony. ... read full story

Special Low Season Rate for French Riviera and Italy Charter Yacht KINTA

June 26, 2015

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Until 15th July, 2015, luxury motor yacht KINTA is available for her low season rate of €210,000.00 per week plus expenses for Western Mediterranean yacht charters including South of France and the Italian Coast , as well as the surrounding islands, such as Sardinia, Sicily and Corsica. ... read full story

Heading to Monaco this summer? Don’t miss the SOLAR 1 race from July 9-11

June 26, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

For the second year running, the Yacht Club de Monaco will be hosting the Solar 1 Monte-Carlo Cup, a contest for competitive solar-powered boats, capable of reaching impressive speeds of up to 30 knots. ... read full story

Eye-catching 45m Luxury Yacht MY LOGICA joins Superyacht Rendezvous Montenegro 2015 Fleet

June 26, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The striking 2014-launched LOGICA 147/01 super yacht MY LOGICA will join an amazing selection of luxury vessels for the first edition of the Superyacht Rendezvous Montenegro 2015, set to kick off in less than a week. ... read full story

New Jarrett Bay 90 sportfishing superyacht IRELAND hull flipped

June 26, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The flipping of the new Jarrett Bay 90 Hull 62 sportfishing super yacht IRELAND (project name) took place yesterday, on June 25, at the US shipyard, Jarrett Bay Boatworks. The vessel is scheduled for delivery in 2017. ... read full story

Aggressive new investment plan in the superyacht sector unveiled by BLOHM + VOSS

June 26, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Over the next year, Fred van Beers, the newly appointed CEO for the prominent German superyacht builder, BLOHM + VOSS, will be implementing a number of noteworthy changes to ensure that the business is fully optimised and efficient. ... read full story

Re-launch of Beautiful Superyacht CaryAli at Balk Shipyard

June 26, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 2012-launched Alloy charter yacht CaryAli has successfully completed a 9-month refit at Balk Shipyard. She is now in the water for final commissioning. ... read full story

Delivery of Nordhavn 76 hull #21 Motor Yacht SWEET HOPE 2

June 26, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new Nordhavn 76 hull #21 explorer yacht SWEET HOPE 2 has been successfully delivered to her new Owner by the US shipyard, Nordhavn. The owner plans to cruise the enchanting Alaska yacht holiday destination aboard his new vessel. ... read full story

Christopher Seymour on his huge 200M DOUBLE CENTURY yacht design

June 25, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Christopher Seymour talks about his latest design, the mighty 200m mega yacht DOUBLE CENTURY, currently under development. ... read full story

Royal Phuket Marina to become leading destination for charter yachts and private yachts in Asia

June 25, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Royal Phuket Marina in Thailand has proudly announced a five-year five billion baht investment plan under a new campaign ♯DestinationRPM, with the aim to position the marina as a leading destination for charter yachts and private yachts in Asia. ... read full story

Thailand’s Foreign-Flagged Superyacht Charter Licence Final Regulations and Requirements

June 25, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The final regulations and requirements of Thailand’s foreign-flagged superyacht charter licence were unveiled at a public meeting, which was held in Phuket on June 19, 2015. ... read full story

New Motor Yacht SELENA delivered by Van der Valk – Continental Yachts

June 25, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The brand new 25m super yacht SELENA has been successfully handed over by Van der Valk - Continental Yachts. This lovely vessel provides comfortable accommodation in 4 well appointed cabins. ... read full story

Outstanding 50m FEADSHIP Motor Yacht ENDLESS SUMMER to be fitted with AntiRoll system by DMS Holland

June 25, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Developed by DMS Holland, the innovative AntiRoll roll damping system will be fitted on board the beautiful 50m Feadship super yacht ENDLESS SUMMER (ex Carmac VII, Matanthar, Lady Allison, Hilarium II), as part of her major refit, scheduled for completion this summer. ... read full story

Lovely 72 Ocean Alexander Yacht with custom interior by Destry Darr Designs

June 25, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Interior images of the beautiful 72 Ocean Alexander yacht. Her elegant custom interiors have been superbly designed by Destry Darr Designs. ... read full story

Striking 50m CRN Motor Yacht DISLOPEN 50 SPECIAL EDITION design concept

June 25, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video introducing the breath-taking 50m CRN super yacht DISLOPEN 50 SPECIAL EDITION design concept, designed by Zuccon International Project and engineered by CRN Engineering. ... read full story

Restoration for Iconic 28m Classic Motor Yacht METEJON

June 25, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Ken Freivokh Design has been working with Gino Gandino to restore the wooden 28 metre classic yacht Metejon, originally launched in Buenos Aires in 1940. The all-new custom made stainless steel portholes and windows for the vessel have been produced by Allufer Tempesta. ... read full story

Owner of 90ft Palmer Johnson Superyacht ASHA comments about her refit at Front Street Shipyard

June 24, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Keith Mortensen, the owner of the 90-foot Palmer Johnson motor yacht ASHA, tells why he was so happy with his choice of Front Street Shipyard for the refit of his vessel. ... read full story

Thinking about a Mediterranean Yacht Vacation? 50m QM OF LONDON superyacht has it all!

June 24, 2015

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Luxury charter yacht QM OF LONDON is available for unforgettable yacht charter vacations around the Eastern and the Western Mediterranean this summer, following an extensive refit. This amazing and well-equipped vessel of 50 metres offers a unique 7-cabin layout rarely found on charter yachts. ... read full story

Newly launched Codecasa 50 Vintage Series Super Yacht GAZZELLA

June 24, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the newly launched Codecasa 50 Vintage Series superyacht GAZZELLA (hull C 121, Project Falcon) by Codecasa Cantieri Navali. ... read full story

Brand new 55m Super Yacht AZAMANTA by HEESEN Yachts

June 24, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This video shows the recently launched 55m luxury motor yacht AZAMANTA (Aura, YN 17255), built by HEESEN Yachts to a design by Frank Laupman from Omega Architects. ... read full story

J Class Falmouth Regatta kicks off marked by first day victory of Majestic LIONHEART Yacht

June 24, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Yesterday, June 23, 2015 was marked by the start of highly anticipated J Class Falmouth Regatta. The first day victory went to sailing yacht LIONHEART, followed by charter yacht RANGER and superyacht VELSHEDA, respectively. ... read full story

Take a glimpse at Dubois Cup 2015 attended by Beautiful Dubois-designed Superyachts

June 24, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

An amazing video from the Dubois Cup 2015, which ran in the fantastic Porto Cervo yacht charter location, nestled in Sardinia, from May 28 to 30. ... read full story

Marina Port Vell – Destination of Choice for Charter Yachts and Private Yachts of up to 190m

June 24, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Some breaking news from Marina Port Vell, positioned at the heart of the gorgeous Barcelona yacht rental location. The marina can now cater for charter yachts and private yachts measuring up to 190m in LOA. ... read full story

Luxury Charter Yacht DAMRAK II and 1 LIFE Yacht – Gorgeous 70 Sunreef Power Catamarans

June 24, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the lovely 70 Sunreef Power catamarans, including the 2014-launched 1 LIFE yacht, as well as the 2011-launched charter yacht DAMRAK II. ... read full story

Newly refitted 50m Oceanfast Motor Yacht SHE’S A 10 (ex MYSTIQUE) spotted in Fort Lauderdale

June 24, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This video shows the newly refitted 50m Oceanfast super yacht SHE'S A 10 (ex MYSTIQUE) in Fort Lauderdale, nestled in the beautiful Florida yacht vacation location. ... read full story

New Motor Yacht Hunt 72 unveiled by Hunt Yachts

June 24, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

US shipyard, Hunt Yachts, has proudly revealed the all-new Hunt 72 yacht, belonging to the Ocean Series line of luxury offshore yachts. She offers lovely accommodation in three en-suite staterooms. ... read full story

Tax and Duty Free Fuel in Montenegro for Charter Yachts and Private Yachts of up to 180m

June 23, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Luxury charter yachts as well as private yachts of up to 180m in LOA can now take advantage of tax and duty-free fuel, on offer at Porto Montenegro, a breath-taking Eastern Mediterranean yacht holiday destination. ... read full story

Oyster Yachts actively supporting Superyacht Events

June 23, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A resounding success of the third Oyster 825 super yacht MAEGAN at the Superyacht Cup Palma 2015 demonstrates Oyster's commitment to the world of sailing. The shipyard is actively supporting owners to add the regattas to their calendars. ... read full story

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