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.

Construction of New Superyacht GLOBAL 104 progressing well at Cheoy Lee

July 13, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Construction of the first 32m super yacht GLOBAL 104 is in full swing, with the hull being released from the mold in at the Cheoy Lee factory in Doumen, China on June 17, 2015. ... read full story

Take a glimpse at latest 57m Superyacht BLACKBEARD concept by Sergio Cutolo of Hydro Tec

July 13, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Renderings of the new 57m expedition superyacht BLACKBEARD concept by Sergio Cutolo of Hydro Tec. This striking explorer can comfortably sleep its guests in 6 beautifully appointed cabins. ... read full story

HYS Yachts delivers 45m Luxury Explorer Yacht CKLASS – A former fisheries vessel

July 13, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Measuring 45 meters in LOA, expedition yacht CKLASS has been successfully handed over to her Owner, following her major conversion from fisheries vessel into a luxury explorer at HYS Yachts in Philippines. ... read full story

Mighty 85m Oceanco/Vitters Super Yacht AQUIJO underway

July 13, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The robust 85m Oceanco/Vitters sailing mega yacht AQUIJO (Hull Y711/Hull 3069, Project 85) has successfully completed the first day of sea trials in the North Sea, reaching a top speed of 20 knots. ... read full story

Newly launched IAG Superyacht KING BABY with doors by Allu.fer Tempesta

July 10, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new 141' super yacht KING BABY with doors by Allu.fer Tempesta has recently splashed at the IAG Yachts shipyard in China. Allu.fer Tempesta has also working on doors and other mooring equipments for the new RioStar 130 yacht, currently in build in Brazil. ... read full story

Delivery of New HEESEN YN 17255 AZAMANTA Yacht – The world’s first Fast Displacement steel-hulled Yacht over 50m

July 10, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new HEESEN YN 17255 super yacht AZAMANTA successfully completed her intensive sea trials in the North Sea last month, and subsequently, she was handed over to her new Owners on July 10, 2015. ... read full story

Impressive 63m Mega Yacht ZEUS by Hakvoort

July 10, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the 63-metre Hakvoort super yacht Zeus (YN249), currently in build, with launch scheduled for 2017. This striking vessel has been designed by Rene van der Velden, with naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design. ... read full story

New HUNT 72 Yacht Out of Mold

July 10, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new motor yacht Hunt 72 de-molding has recently taken place at the Hunt Yachts shipyard in the USA. The vessel will boast comfortable accommodation divided into three generous en-suite staterooms. ... read full story

AB YACHTS announce eagerly awaited launch of first motor yacht AB 145

July 10, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The launch of the first 44m super yacht AB 145 has been proudly announced by AB Yachts from Italy. To be officially unveiled at the 2015 Cannes Yachting Festival in September, the vessel offers lovely accommodation in 5 deluxe cabins. ... read full story

Take a glimpse at double launch of two Columbus Superyachts

July 10, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the double launch of two Columbus vessels: super yacht Classic 57m and the second Sport Hybrid 40m yacht DIVINE. ... read full story

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