The respected Dutch shipyard, Heesen Yachts, has proudly announced the sale of its largest yacht to date - the impressive 70-metre Custom Fast Displacement mega yacht YN 17470. She is due to be delivered in Spring 2016. ... read full story
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Heesen Yachts announces sale of 70m Custom Fast Displacement motor yacht YN 17470
December 18, 2013
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Sunreef Yachts strengthens its leading position as luxury catamaran builder in 2013
December 18, 2013
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The year 2013 has been the best year ever for the respected Polish luxury catamaran builder, Sunreef Yachts. The yard has launched 11 yachts, including 2 premieres, inaugurated two new international sales offices, and it has currently 6 yachts under construction. ... read full story
Video presenting all-new Mangusta Oceano 42 Yacht
December 18, 2013
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This is a video showing the new Mangusta Oceanco 42 superyacht, released by the Overmarine Group. Set to be launched in 2016, the vessel will comfortably sleep up to 12 guests. ... read full story
New range of motor yachts developed by Guido de Groot for Holterman Yachts
December 18, 2013
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A new range of luxury vessels has been developed by Guido de Groot for Holterman Yachts from the Netherlands. This includes superyacht Holterman 90 and motor yacht Holterman 601. ... read full story
Palmer Johnson chooses Lantic for its second 170 SportYacht – Motor Yacht PJ 170-2
December 17, 2013
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Scheduled to be launched in the spring of 2014, the second Palmer Johnson 170 SportYacht series superyacht PJ 170-2 will feature an integrated AV/IT system by Lantic Entertainment Systems. ... read full story
New 25m motor yacht Contintental III 25.00 RPH by Wim van der Valk
December 16, 2013
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The lovely 25-metre superyacht Continental III 25.00 RPH is currently in build at the Dutch shipyard, Wim van der Valk. Due to be launched and delivered in Spring 2015, the vessel has been beautifully penned by well known Guido de Groot Design. ... read full story
New 41m motor yacht UF – 42EK13 – 135 concept by Ozgur Ufakacar Yacht Design
December 16, 2013
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New 41m superyacht UF - 42EK13 - 135 concept has been proudly presented by Özgür Ufakacar Yacht Design from Turkey. Featuring a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, it boasts an impressive beam of 9,3m. ... read full story
Update on Mulder 98 Flybridge Yacht YN1391 under construction at new Mulder yard
December 13, 2013
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Mulder Shipyard is currently working on the new Mulder 98 Flybridge superyacht YN1391, scheduled for delivery in April 2014. This superb vessel will feature luxurious accommodation for up to 8 guests. ... read full story
Continental III RPH Yachts designed by Guido de Groot for Wim van der Valk
December 12, 2013
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The successful Continental III series by Wim van der Valk has been beautifully penned by Guido de Groot from the Netherlands. The 26-metre superyacht Continental III 26.00 RPH will be showcased at the 2014 Dusseldorf Boat Show. ... read full story
Latest 50m motor yacht concept by Guido de Groot
December 12, 2013
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The well known Dutch design studio, Guido de Groot Design, has unveiled a new 50-metre superyacht concept. This represents a very inclusive yacht in terms of catering for people of all abilities, yet a very exclusive yacht by way of her luxury features. ... read full story
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