Luxury Yacht Design Luxury Yacht & Superyacht News

What is the latest news in the world of yacht design? What yacht designers are ...

Luxury Yacht Design Luxury Yacht & Superyacht News

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.

If you wish to tell the world about your new yacht design simply contact a yachting writer at news@charterworld.com

ISA 640 Motor Yacht design by Filippo Rossi and ISA

April 07, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The ISA 640 Motor Yacht design by Filippo Rossi and ISA (International Shipyards Ancona) is a new design based on the existing ISA 63m superyacht platform. The bold new yacht still features signature ISA trademarks such as aggressive lines and a sweeping staircase from stern to flybridge however it also boasts distinctive design features by Filippo Rossi such as a large beach club. ... read full story

Sailing yacht Aeroyacht 110 – A mega catamaran to be built by Sunreef Yachts

April 07, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Sunreef Yachts is delighted to announce that it has a new, exciting project in its portfolio – the Aeroyacht 110 sailing yacht, a high-performance, exclusive super catamaran. The yacht is designed by Gregor Tarjan founder of the international renowned multihull brokerage company Aeroyacht Ltd in conjunction with Morrelli & Melvin. ... read full story

CNP Naumachos 105 Explorer Motor Yacht in Build

April 06, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Naumachos 105ft explorer yacht that is currently in build at the Cantiere Navale di Pesaro yard features a rugged design by Hydro Tec with interior styling by Studio Cichero. The Naumachos 105 yacht boasts a full displacement steel hull with zero speed stabilization and a light alloy superstructure. The yacht has an optional diesel electric hybrid propulsion system, constructed with the intention of having a minimal impact on the environment and a 'go anywhere mentality' with a large cruising range of 4,000 – 9,000 nm combined with Italian interior design style. ... read full story

SD122 Motor Yacht Feluca launched by San Lorenzo

April 06, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The SD122 Motor Yacht Feluca has been launched by Italian superyacht builder San Lorenzo at their shipyard in Viareggio. The 38m Yacht Feluca is from the SD122 line and is the fourth SD122 yacht to be launched by San Lorenzo. Superyacht Feluca is a semi-displacement yacht featuring naval architecture by San Lorenzo’s inhouse design team and exterior styling by Francesco Paszkowski. ... read full story

Motor Yacht Nataly launched by Benetti – A 65m Redman Whiteley Dixon Superyacht design

April 06, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 65m (213.25ft) motor yacht Nataly was launched by Benetti on the 4th of April at the Benetti Shipyard in Livorno, Italy. Yacht Nataly was built under the name Amnesia IV and hull number FB252. Superyacht Nataly, features exterior and interior design by Redman Whiteley Dixon (RWD) and naval architecture by Azimut-Benetti. ... read full story

Couach 3700 Motor Yacht Arion delivered by Chantier Naval Couach

April 05, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 37m motor yacht Arion by Chantier Naval Couach was delivered to her new owner this weekend on the Bordeaux Quays, France. The Couach Yacht Event unveiling motor yacht Arion was hosted by the Chantier Naval Couach shipyard owner Mr. Fabrice Vial and President Eric Robert-Peillard who hosted many guests, members of the international press and distinguished guests. Ken Freivokh and local dignitaries such as the Deputy-Mayor of Bordeaux, Mr Stéphan Delaux, the Mayor of Arcachon Mr Yves Foulon were also on board. ... read full story

Cheoy Lee Global Motor Yacht Series

April 05, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Following the success of the Cheoy Lee Bravo Series designed by Mike Burvenich, the next logical step was to develop a larger series of yachts based on the success of the Bravo series. Burvenich working closely with Marty Isenberg of Cheoy Lee looked at what the typical owner was looking for in the larger yacht series. From these discussions the Cheoy Lee Global Series was born. It was determined that the latest trend is for smaller more efficient yachts. The most popular size range was determined to be from 100 to 145 feet. Four initial models were developed; the Global 103, Global 118, Global 130, and Global 145. ... read full story

Nedship D1000 Motor Yacht

April 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Nedship D1000 Motor yacht is a new built project by the Turkish shipyard Nedship. The Nedship D1000 yacht measures 46m and will be built in advanced composites to RINA class and MCA compliant. The new superyacht project by Nedship could be available to a prospective owner between 18 to 22 months from the signing of contract. ... read full story

Mangusta 205 Open Motor Yacht by Overmarine

April 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Mangusta 205 Open Motor Yacht by Overmarine is due to begin construction shortly and when built, will be the Italian yards’ new flagship. The impressive open motor yacht measuring 62.50 m (205ft) will be the largest open express yacht in the world. The Mangusta 205 Open Motor Yacht by Overmarine was designed by the renowned Stefano Righini, who has worked with Mangusta on several vessels including the Mangusta Open 165’ motor yacht ... read full story

Glass Design for Superyachts by Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture

April 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Due to an increasing demand for larger beach clubs, more natural light and a greater connection with the marine environment, Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture began a project last year to investigate the use of larger glass areas. Designs with large open spaces and windows from deck to ceiling are appealing and help work out the wishes listed earlier, but can cause problems for the strength of the vessel. They have contracted Lloyd’s Register and a leading yacht glazing specialist to provide their relevant input. ... read full story

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