2020 January

News Archive

New 2020 Cannes Film Festival and Monaco Grand Prix Yacht Charter Additions

January 14, 2020

Written by Eva Belanyiova

With the winter festivities behind us, the time has come to look into the next holiday season and spring/summer getaways. Amongst the most important events of the 2020 spring period are the eagerly awaited and super chic Cannes Film Festival as well as the adrenalin-fueled Monaco Grand Prix both held on the stunning French Riviera in... ... read full story

First images of new ‘Sunseeker 100 Yacht’ released

January 14, 2020

Written by Rachael Steele

British Sunseeker has released renders of its latest model, the 100 YACHT, which features an innovative beach club, electronic sunbeds, walkways between the foredeck and flybridge, and a Master suite with glass sliding doors out to the foredeck terrace. ... read full story

Sailing Yacht Baltic 146 under construction in Finland

January 14, 2020

Written by Maria Korotaeva

44.6m sailing yacht is taking shape at the Baltic Yachts' facilities in Finland. She is due for delivery in summer 2021. ... read full story

The 78m AMELS superyacht on track for delivery in 2021

January 14, 2020

Written by Maria Korotaeva

AMELS 78 custom superyacht arrived at the Vlissingen facilities in the Netherlands for outfitting. She is the largest yacht currently being built by Amels with delivery in 2021. ... read full story

Spectacular 75m Feadship yacht ARROW christened ahead of 2020 summer yachting season

January 13, 2020

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The spectacular 75m superyacht ARROW was christened ahead of her sea trials and delivery for 2020 summer charter season. With cutting edge design and head-turning sharp profile designed by H2 Yacht Design, the brand-new Feadship presented herself in the very best light, illuminated by dramatical lighting in various colours. The christening ceremony was attended by... ... read full story

Barracuda Yacht Design reveals new 62-metre superyacht concept

January 13, 2020

Written by Rachael Steele

Barracuda Yacht Design has revealed its latest five deck 62m/203ft superyacht concept, the BARRACUDA 62M luxury yacht. ... read full story

New concept images released for 55-metre Admiral superyacht Geco

January 13, 2020

Written by Maria Korotaeva

New concept images have been revealed for 55m/181ft Admiral superyacht GECO, which will be launched in 2020 and available for Mediterranean charter this summer. ... read full story

Heesen to launch 4 superyachts in 2020

January 12, 2020

Written by Maria Korotaeva

One of the leading Dutch shipbuilders Heesen announced the expected launch and delivery of four superyachts in 2020. ... read full story

Extensive Study Shows Positive Recovery for Coral Reefs in French Polynesia

January 10, 2020

Written by Rachael Steele

A survey of the coral reefs in French Polynesia has shown some of the healthiest sites in the South Pacific charter grounds. ... read full story

Exceptional Charter Special: 60m Superyacht DREAM offering ’10 days for a price of 7′

January 10, 2020

Written by Sally Gardner-Cochran

Cruise the idyllic seas, marine life and pristine beaches of French Polynesia during January and February chartering the 60m Abeking and Rasmussen built motor yacht DREAM, and receive 10 days for the price of 7, an offer to not miss out on! Launched in 2001 and refitted in 2017, Bannenberg & Rowell Design is responsible... ... read full story

Last minute charter special in Thailand with 41m Ocean Emerald superyacht

January 10, 2020

Written by Sally Gardner-Cochran

Explore the mystical waters of Thailand aboard the stunning 41m OCEAN EMERALD by Rodriquez Spa, and receive a 20% discount for a week within January 29th and February 8th. Up to 10 charter guests are accommodated over 5 cabins, while her crew of 9 look after every detail. Launched in 2009 and refitted in 2016,... ... read full story

In Video: Interiors of the SUNSEEKER 161 by ICON yacht revealed

January 09, 2020

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Watch the brand-new animation video revealing the interiors and the exterior deck areas of the largest Sunseeker International superyacht - SUNSEEKER 161 built by Icon Yachts. ... read full story

68m superyacht SOARING joins Mediterranean charter world in summer 2020

January 09, 2020

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Brand-new charter yacht to join the Western Mediterranean market this summer - SOARING - offers beautiful on deck accommodation and luxury services for an unprecedented vacation in style. ... read full story

International superyacht market takes interest in New Zealand ahead of the Millennium Cup

January 09, 2020

Written by Rachael Steele

The Millennium Cup and upcoming 36th edition of the America's Cup has attracted the international yacht market to New Zealand's shores ahead of the events. ... read full story

Motor yacht Snow 5 – previously Lilium – heads to her new Miami home

January 08, 2020

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Bilgin motor yacht SNOW 5 (ex.LILIUM), the second BILGIN 156 model, has been placed aboard a cargo ship and is now heading to Miami for delivery to her Owner. ... read full story

Luxury yacht ICE 5 arrives at Bilgin shipyard for refit

January 08, 2020

Written by Rachael Steele

Bilgin Yachts is swapping 'snow' for 'ice' as luxury yacht SNOW 5 heads to Miami and her Owner, whose previous vessel, M/Y ICE 5, is arriving at the Turkish facilities for a refit. ... read full story

65-metre custom Benetti yacht FB274 hull and superstructure joined

January 08, 2020

Written by Rachael Steele

The hull and superstructure of the 65m/213ft luxury yacht FB274 were joined in the open air of the Benetti Livorno shipyard. ... read full story

Duty-free fuel for mega yachts in the British Virgin Islands?

January 08, 2020

Written by Rachael Steele

Yes, it’s true! The British Virgin Islands government has announced that fuel will be duty-free for mega yachts in an effort to attract more of the 100m+/328ft+ vessels to the Caribbean archipelago and a popular destination for charter yachts. An amendment to the current customs regulation laws will allow mega-yachts to cruise through the territory... ... read full story

Heysea Yachts launch 35m yacht DOPAMINE

January 08, 2020

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Chinese builder, Heysea Yachts has announced the launch of the 35.2m luxury yacht DOPAMINE, which has been sold to her new owner in June 2018. DOPAMINE represents the first vessel from the shipyard’s Atlantic 115 range, featuring modern exterior lines by Uniellé Yacht Design and innovative interiors by H2 Yacht Design. Built with GRP hull... ... read full story

Royal Huisman’s biggest sailing yacht SEA EAGLE II (81m /266ft) leaves shed

January 08, 2020

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Royal Huisman’s biggest sailing yacht to date, SEA EAGLE II (81m /266ft) left her shed in the Netherlands, offering a spectacular sight to all present. Created in collaboration with Dykstra Naval Architects and Mark Whiteley, SEA EAGLE II represents the ultimate three-master schooner with contemporary design and luxurious features. She was commissioned by the owner of... ... read full story

Exclusive interview: Malcolm Mckeon on S/Y LIARA, E/Y MMX45 and the changes in contemporary yacht design

January 07, 2020

Written by Rachael Steele

Malcolm Mckeon is one of the luxury yachting industry’s most well-regarded designers, having more than three decades of experience specialising in sailing yachts such as S/Y RIBELLE, which won the Boat International World Superyacht Award 2018 category for Sailing Yachts – 30m to 49.9m.In an exclusive interview, he talks to CharterWorld about his latest sailing... ... read full story

Iguana Superyacht Tenders display latest models at the Antigua Yacht Show

January 07, 2020

Written by Rachael Steele

Iguana Superyacht Tenders were in attendance at the 58th edition of the Antigua Yacht Charter Show, where CharterWorld Director of Charter Nicolas Benazeth experienced their power and amphibious capability for himself. ... read full story

In Photo: Striking J-Class sailing yacht LIONHEART re-launched at Royal Huisman at refit by Huisfit

January 07, 2020

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The striking 42-metre sailing yacht LIONHEART built by Claasen shipyard in 2010 to a design by Hook, was recently relaunched at the Royal Huisman shipyard, taking advantage of their Huisfit refit facilities. An outstanding J-Class superyacht, LIONHEART belongs to the fleet of the most popular racing yachts in the world, with great performance and sailing... ... read full story

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