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Heesen Yachts launches 37 metre superyacht Aurelia

June 15, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Heesen Yachts has launched hull YN 15437, the 37metre semi-displacement superyacht christened Aurelia, ahead of schedule. Project-managed by Nakhimov, superyacht Aurelia is the tenth in the successful 37 metre class built by this Dutch shipyard. Powered by two MTU 16V 4000 M90 diesel engines, the luxury yacht is an all-aluminium hard chine vessel with the... ... read full story

Besenzoni introduce 3 new sun protection technologies for superyachts

June 15, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Besenzoni have designed and introduced three new sun protection technologies for superyachts for the upcoming season. The first new designed called ‘Petalo’ is a new take on the classic umbrella. Designed by Emanuele Salvador, the Petalo shade cover is a perfect synthesis of aesthetics and ergonomics. Shaped by the wind, thin fabric is drawn up... ... read full story

Fourth Moonen 97 Motor yacht completes Sea trials

June 15, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The brand-new Moonen 97 motor yacht has started her sea trials on the North Sea and the results were very impressive. Below are the first images of the fourth motor yacht in this much praised Moonen 97 series, including her beautiful interior. The first sea trial day on 22 May offered ideal conditions for a... ... read full story

Clements Marine produces super-sized P Bracket for 46m motor yacht

June 15, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Clements Marine has just shipped their 2 largest P Brackets that they have cast at their own foundry in Bedfordshire. With a cast weight of 1.1 tonnes each and standing nearly 1.8 metres high the brackets have been built for RINA rules.  The brackets were delivered to Amartech for a 46m twin screw motor yacht... ... read full story

Sailing yacht IN THE WIND launched by Sunreef – The Premiere of the New Sunreef 58

June 15, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

On May 27th 2011 Sunreef Yachts celebrated the Premiere of the new Sunreef Yachts sail catamaran Sunreef 58 IN THE WIND, during a reception at the Hilton Hotel in Gdańsk. The event celebrated not only the new Sunreef 58 model but also the newly launched exclusive power catamaran Sunreef 70 DAMRAK II, followed by their christening. The... ... read full story

Maiden Voyage in the Norwegian Fjords for Charter yacht DAMRAK II – A 70 SUNREEF POWER

June 15, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Following a widely successful launch last month, Sunreef catamaran Damrak II has just completed her maiden voyage in the Norwegian fjords. The beautiful, serene background proved to be the perfect setting for her owner to experience the power and grace of his new 70 Power Sunreef Catamaran. M/Y DAMRAK II is currently on the way to... ... read full story

VT 36 Speed Yacht design by Hyun-Seok Kim

June 14, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Hyun-Seok Kim presents his latest and once again futuristic yacht, the VT36 tender. ... read full story

SABDES reveals two new designs – a 21m Explorer Yacht and a 15m Pilothouse Motor Yacht

June 14, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

SABDES has recently completed two new yacht designs for a 21m Explorer yacht and a 15m Pilothouse Motor yacht. The designs give a modern edge to the more traditional styles commonly seen. SABDES Design has recently completed two new designs for Bering Yachts of the USA. The designs fit in Berings range of 15m-24m (50′-80′)... ... read full story

Motion Code Blue Open Water 60m Explorer Yacht Design

June 14, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Christian Gumpold of 'motion code: blue naval architecture and design' in Austria sent in this very interesting 60 metre 'Open Water' explorer type luxury motor yacht design. OPEN WATER 60 M a 60 metre Explorer superyacht - Design and development: motion code: blue GmbH, Graz, Austria. ... read full story

80 metre Superyacht by Van Geest Design

June 14, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The latest Van Geest Yacht Design, by Pieter van Geest and team (VGD), is an 80 metre superyacht design which focuses on a pure, non-cluttered image and lifestyle. The luxury motor yacht design pursues the interior / exterior interactions on board, extending the living, lounging areas to the exterior decks. Sleek lines give this 80m... ... read full story

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