The Italian superyacht shipyard Benetti have completed motor yacht LYANA which was launched in Livorno in May 2011 under the project name Sofia (FB248). The superyacht Lyana (ex Sofia) measures 60 metres in length and features steel hull painted navy with a white aluminum superstructure. The custom range series boat Lyana features Naval Architecture by Benetti... ... read full story
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What is the latest news in the world of yacht design? What yacht designers are driving the latest and greatest superyacht projects?
This part of the site showcases news and information relating to new luxury yacht designs and design concepts as created and sent in by the large yacht designer community. Yacht design is the sometimes unheralded heart of the luxury yacht industry as this is where a large custom yacht begins her journey from conception to eventual launch and navigation.
CharterWorld keeps informed of the latest ideas, designs and technology in yachting as a pointer to where the yachting industry is heading. Some of the yacht designs in this section are general ideas or concepts that may never be built and become launched yachts whilst others have been commissioned and are currently in build or navigation.
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New images of the Sanlorenzo SL94 motor yacht series set for worldwide premiere in Monaco
July 25, 2011
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Luxury yacht builder Sanlorenzo has sent CharterWorld two new exterior images of the Sanlorenzo SL94 motor yacht which will be exhibited at the Genoa International Boat Show 2011 and launched in a worldwide premiere in Monaco on Friday September 23rd at the Yacht Club de Monaco. Designed by Francesco Paszkowski and the in-house team, the 28.60m... ... read full story
90m ‘Tropical Island Paradise’ superyacht by Yacht Island Design
July 24, 2011
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The ‘Tropical Island Paradise’ superyacht is a 90m motor yacht design which is the second proposal by Yacht Island Design, following on from their 115m SWATH Streets of Monaco superyacht design. The 90m Tropical Island Paradise design has a theme that is centred around a secluded island paradise, with elements inspired by the islands of... ... read full story
Ada Yacht Works to build 47m Schooner by Dykstra & Partners – A sister ship to Sailing yacht Windrose of Amsterdam
July 22, 2011
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A Dykstra & Partners 47-meter schooner is currently under construction at Ada Yacht Works shipyard in Turkey. The designer of the 46.90 metre sailing yacht is famous Dutch naval architect Gerard Dykstra (Gerard Dykstra & Partners). The yacht is scheduled for delivery in July 2012. Dykstra 47-meter schooner built be Ada Yacht Works will be the... ... read full story
Industry mourns Former Chief Naval Architect of JB Hargrave Naval Architects
July 22, 2011
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Andre J. Bauwens former chief naval architect of J. B. Hargrave Naval Architects, Inc. in West Palm Beach died on June 29, 2011. In making the announcement Michael Joyce, CEO of the J.B. Hargrave Corporation called Bauwens one of the key people responsible for building the company’s outstanding reputation in yacht design and engineering. Born... ... read full story
Fast Commuter Motor Yacht Project Rebel by NewCruise
July 22, 2011
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The fast commuter superyacht project Rebel by NewCruise is a new and powerful displacement weekender motor yacht inspired by the original US commuter yachts of the 1940s and 1950s. Motor yacht project Rebel has been adapted and modernised to incorporate today’s increasing demand for “Blue-Water” yachting. Yacht REBEL is a fast and especially sea worthy... ... read full story
F-class sailing yacht Firefly racing debut at Superyacht Cup
July 21, 2011
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Sailing yacht Firefly, a classically lined racing yacht recently launched in Amsterdam and the first in an exciting new series of F-class one designs made her racing debut at the latest SuperYacht Cup in Palma de Mallorca. Superyacht FireFly is a 35.05 metre sloop with an aluminium hull and superstructure designed by Hoek Design and... ... read full story
The Bray 42 metre Ocean Motor Yacht Design
July 20, 2011
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The Bray 42 metre Ocean motor yacht is a long-range luxury yacht measuring 42m (137′10″) in length designed by Bray Yacht Design. The yacht was designed for a client who enjoys extensive outdoor activities and will be based primarily in the Mediterranean. The Bray 42 metre Ocean superyacht provides spacious accommodation for 14 guests and up... ... read full story
Ribbon 45SC by Vripack Design Studio
July 20, 2011
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Vripack Design Studio has recently created a RIB for Dutch yacht builder Ribbon Yachts called the Ribbon 45 SC. Ribbon Yachts gave the design brief to the Vripack Design Studio to create a Rib without having it look like a typical Rib plus she has to be an ultimate ‘man boat’. That is exactly what... ... read full story
42m motor yacht design by Setzer Design Group
July 20, 2011
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Setzer Design Group has created a new 42-metre superyacht design which will serve as a shadow and support vessel for the client’s higher speed toys as well as the vessels of his visitors. The hull and superstructure blend long lines with hard edges resulting in what Setzer Design Group hopes will be received as an elegant... ... read full story
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