Fitzroy Yachts if New Zeland, started work in July 2010 on sailing yacht G50, a 50-metre Flybridge Sloop that will be ready for delivery in 2012. Fitzroy Yachts commissioned Dubois Naval Architects to design G50, with interior design and styling by the owner. Fitzroy have collaborated with Dubois on many of their boats including the international... ... read full story
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Fitzroy Yachts 40.50m fast cruising sailing yacht F41
January 23, 2011
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Fitzroy yachts, New Zealand have recently begun construction on a 40.5m (131’) Sailing Yacht Project named F41. The sleek Frers designed sloop features a silver hull and superstructure, offset by extensive Teak decks. Dick Young is responsible for the interior design. ... read full story
75.80-meter Project Fusion by The Megayacht Group
January 23, 2011
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The 75.80-meter Project "Fusion" is a new motor yacht being built by The Megayacht Group, China (TMYG). The Project Fusion motor yacht will feature exterior styling and Naval Architecture by Arthur Barbeito (TMYG) and Interior design for Owner and guest spaces by Evan Marshall. ... read full story
Van Dam Nordia and Simonis Voogd unveil 95’ high performance sailing yacht cruiser
January 23, 2011
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One of the oldest boatyards in the world, Van Dam Nordia and Simonis Voogd team up to create a new line of high performance cruising yachts. The first yacht in this exciting line will be a 95’ high performance cruiser in aluminium and carbon. The design will be shown at boot Düsseldorf from 22 January till 30 January. ... read full story
Baia Yachts launches Baia 100 Motor Yacht Hull Number 3
January 22, 2011
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Baia Yachts launched their third Baia 100 motor yacht in September 2010 and construction of a fourth sistership has already started. Baia Yachts launched their first Baia 100 motor yacht at the end of 2008. The second yacht in the Baia 100 series called MIRAGE, was launched in February last year. ... read full story
Benetti CRYSTAL 140’ Motor Yacht Johanna completes Sea Trials
January 22, 2011
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The Crystal 140’ motor yacht Johanna by Benetti Yachts underwent sea trials on 20 January in Viareggio. Excellent weather conditions accompanied the latest model of the successful Benetti Class range as she set out to sea on her trial run. ... read full story
Motor yacht Jericho design by Diana Yacht Design
January 22, 2011
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Diana Yacht Design proudly presents her newest project Code named Jericho. The 33.5m motor yacht Jericho, built with a Steel hull and aluminum superstructure features a classic canoe stern and an elegance curved profile. ... read full story
5 Sailing yachts finalist for Dubois at the 2011 World Superyacht Awards
January 21, 2011
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Dubois Naval Architects are very pleased to announce that they have an incredible 5 sailing yachts that are finalists in the 2011 World Superyacht Awards, presented by Boat International Media. The Dubois designed yachts named as finalists include Sailing yacht Kokomo, S/Y Zefira, yacht Twizzle in the Best Sailing Yacht 40m+ Category and in the Best Sailing Yacht 30m - 44.9m category, Lady B, Yacht Imagine. ... read full story
Palmer Johnson PJ 170 (PJ-502) Motor Yacht In Build
January 20, 2011
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The second motor yacht in the Palmer Johnson 170 series is currently in build and progressing well at the Palmer Johnson yard with an expected delivery in June 2011. The new PJ 170 motor yacht measures 52.20m (171′) in length and combines strong lines with sleek sophistication. ... read full story
World Superyacht Awards 2011 Finalists
January 19, 2011
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100 superyacht nominations have been whittled down to an outstanding list of 62 World Superyacht Awards 2011 Finalists who are in contention to receive a coveted Neptune Trophy. An independent jury comprised of 14 superyacht owners will meet in March at Porto Montenegro, located at Tivat in the picturesque Bay of Kotor, to decide which yachts will receive a prized Neptune Award in 2011. ... read full story
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