Luxury Yachts Luxury Yacht & Superyacht News

What is a luxury yacht? Luxury Yachts as a term generally mean private boats of ...

Luxury Yachts Luxury Yacht & Superyacht News

What is a luxury yacht? Luxury Yachts as a term generally mean private boats of more than 22m or 80 feet in length, built with the aim of providing their owners and guests with ultimate luxury and comfort during their entire stay on board. Sailing yachts, motor yachts, catamarans, trimarans, gullets, superyachts, mega yachts, giga yachts, classic yachts or modern yachts with state-of-the-art amenities, technology and design all fall under the category of ‘luxury yachts’. There are numerous luxury yacht builders, designers, naval architects, interior designers, lighting designers, various product suppliers and service supplies in the industry specialising in luxury yachts, offering the highest possible standard of their services and assistance to future owners and managers of these vessels. View more on yacht builders and designers here.

Some owners prefer to keep their privacy and use their yachts for private holidays with family, friends, business partners and colleagues. Others, offer their vessels for luxury yacht charter around various destinations in the world. Two of the most important destinations from yacht rental point of view are the Mediterranean (mainly in the summer) and the Caribbean (during the Northern Hemisphere’s winter months). Other important luxury yacht charter destinations include the South Pacific, Asia, Northern Europe, with remote destinations such as Antarctica and Pacific North West being increasingly sought-after by adventure-seeking yacht charter clients.

Luxury yachts offer deluxe and luxurious accommodation in cabins, with en suite bathrooms, the finest in furnishing and linens, latest in technology, air-conditioning and various other comforts expected of these boats. There is usually one or more saloons available for entertainment, socialising and relaxation, as well as numerous dining options, including al fresco dining possibilities. Exterior deck areas tend to offer plenty of space for sunbathing, with larger yachts fitted with the very popular Jacuzzi spa or even a large swimming pool. All luxury yachts have a selection of various water toys at guests’ disposal for in-water entertainment and fun.
Below you will find the latest news and articles from the world of luxury yachts, and if you are interested in chartering one of these, don’t hesitate to contact our team of brokers here.

Oceanco’s megayacht NIRVANA to premiere at Monaco Yacht Show

August 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

On display at the next Monaco Yacht Show, the respected Dutch shipyard Oceanco will debut its exceptional Nirvana superyacht. Measuring almost 89 meters in length, this spectacular vessel offers 6 magnificent cabins. ... read full story

Maiora 29 motor yacht EFFICIENT PROPULSION by Fipa Group launched

August 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Maiora 29 superyacht Efficient Propulsion has been recently launched by the Italian builder Fipa Group. This splendid and highly innovative vessel offers a full beam master suite, a VIP cabin as well as two guest cabins, plus two pullmans. ... read full story

67m Amels GARÇON to be support vessel to the 87m luxury yacht ACE by Lurssen

August 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

To be launched by the Dutch builder Damen Shipyards, the 67m support vessel Garçon is to become a support vessel to the 87m Lurssen megayacht ACE. Currently under sea trials, Garçon is the largest SEA AXE vessel. It will be on display along with its mother ship at the next Monaco Yacht Show. ... read full story

Cantieri di Pisa launch the 47m superyacht Project 12

August 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Italian builder Cantieri di Pisa has recently launched its latest Akhir range vessel, the 47m motor yacht Project 12. On display at boat shows in Cannes as well as Monaco, this splendid high performance boat provides 6 luxurious cabins, with two additional double staterooms. ... read full story

LSX95 motor yacht to replace the LSX92 model by Lazzara

August 13, 2012

Written by Chelsea Smith

The LSX92 yacht, a sleek yacht built by Lazzara Yachts will be replaced by the new and improved LSX95 yacht which will sport an all new extended flybridge with bar, spa pool and integrated hardtop.  In addition, the main salon has been extended and the lower helm eliminated to provide maximum interior main deck volume.... ... read full story

The GMVO 70m megayacht project

August 13, 2012

Written by Chelsea Smith

The GMVO 70m is a 70m superyacht which will be built by GMVO in the Netherlands. The new megayacht will be a global explorer, capable of cruising the Mediterranean and Caribbean seas as well as more extreme environments such as Antarctica, thanks to is a well-proportioned and robust design. The GMVO 70m yacht can be... ... read full story

Feadship complete refit of classic motor yacht SULTANA

August 13, 2012

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 25,80 metre Feadship motor yacht SULTANA has just completed a major rebuild by Feadship. The classic yacht SULTANA (ex Din Dina, Hull #598) has now been restored to her former glory and will soon be available for luxury yacht charters in the Mediterranean. The extensive rebuild project was carried out by the dedicated Feadship... ... read full story

The Cbi 100 motor yacht – A new 100m superyacht project by Cbi Navi – Fipa Group

August 13, 2012

Written by Chelsea Smith

A new 100 meter displacement megayacht called the Cbi 100 motor yacht built in steel and aluminium has been unveiled by CBI NAVI. The new CBI 100 superyacht project immediately shows her unique and aggressive profile highlighted by her length and imposing dimensions. The new 100-meter CBI NAVI has a displacement hull built in steel... ... read full story

Fire damages 50m luxury superyacht STAR FISH under construction at McMullen & Wing

August 12, 2012

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 50m luxury explorer motor yacht STAR FISH which is currently under construction at the McMullen & Wing shipyard in New Zealand has been badly damaged by a fire. Fire-fighters were called to the blaze in McMullen & Wing’s Auckland premises the early hours of Sunday morning 12 August 2012. The 50m steel and aluminium... ... read full story

151ft superyacht MAZU by Cheoy Lee arrives in Ft Lauderdale

August 10, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Cheoy Lee's superyacht MAZU has successfully arrived in Ft Lauderdale to be exhibited at the next Ft Lauderdale International Boat Show. She is currently on her way to Rybovich Yard in Palm Beach to get a spruce up. ... read full story

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