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Luxury yacht ICE 5 arrives at Bilgin shipyard for refit

January 08, 2020

Written by Rachael Steele

Bilgin Yachts is swapping 'snow' for 'ice' as luxury yacht SNOW 5 heads to Miami and her Owner, whose previous vessel, M/Y ICE 5, is arriving at the Turkish facilities for a refit. ... read full story

65-metre custom Benetti yacht FB274 hull and superstructure joined

January 08, 2020

Written by Rachael Steele

The hull and superstructure of the 65m/213ft luxury yacht FB274 were joined in the open air of the Benetti Livorno shipyard. ... read full story

Duty-free fuel for mega yachts in the British Virgin Islands?

January 08, 2020

Written by Rachael Steele

Yes, it’s true! The British Virgin Islands government has announced that fuel will be duty-free for mega yachts in an effort to attract more of the 100m+/328ft+ vessels to the Caribbean archipelago and a popular destination for charter yachts. An amendment to the current customs regulation laws will allow mega-yachts to cruise through the territory... ... read full story

Heysea Yachts launch 35m yacht DOPAMINE

January 08, 2020

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Chinese builder, Heysea Yachts has announced the launch of the 35.2m luxury yacht DOPAMINE, which has been sold to her new owner in June 2018. DOPAMINE represents the first vessel from the shipyard’s Atlantic 115 range, featuring modern exterior lines by Uniellé Yacht Design and innovative interiors by H2 Yacht Design. Built with GRP hull... ... read full story

Royal Huisman’s biggest sailing yacht SEA EAGLE II (81m /266ft) leaves shed

January 08, 2020

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Royal Huisman’s biggest sailing yacht to date, SEA EAGLE II (81m /266ft) left her shed in the Netherlands, offering a spectacular sight to all present. Created in collaboration with Dykstra Naval Architects and Mark Whiteley, SEA EAGLE II represents the ultimate three-master schooner with contemporary design and luxurious features. She was commissioned by the owner of... ... read full story

Exclusive interview: Malcolm Mckeon on S/Y LIARA, E/Y MMX45 and the changes in contemporary yacht design

January 07, 2020

Written by Rachael Steele

Malcolm Mckeon is one of the luxury yachting industry’s most well-regarded designers, having more than three decades of experience specialising in sailing yachts such as S/Y RIBELLE, which won the Boat International World Superyacht Award 2018 category for Sailing Yachts – 30m to 49.9m.In an exclusive interview, he talks to CharterWorld about his latest sailing... ... read full story

Iguana Superyacht Tenders display latest models at the Antigua Yacht Show

January 07, 2020

Written by Rachael Steele

Iguana Superyacht Tenders were in attendance at the 58th edition of the Antigua Yacht Charter Show, where CharterWorld Director of Charter Nicolas Benazeth experienced their power and amphibious capability for himself. ... read full story

In Photo: Striking J-Class sailing yacht LIONHEART re-launched at Royal Huisman at refit by Huisfit

January 07, 2020

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The striking 42-metre sailing yacht LIONHEART built by Claasen shipyard in 2010 to a design by Hook, was recently relaunched at the Royal Huisman shipyard, taking advantage of their Huisfit refit facilities. An outstanding J-Class superyacht, LIONHEART belongs to the fleet of the most popular racing yachts in the world, with great performance and sailing... ... read full story

Early Booking Discount of 5% in Croatia with charter gules SAINT LUCA

December 27, 2019

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Enjoy an early-bird charter discount for 2020 bookings aboard the brand-new gulet SAINT LUCA, available in Croatia in the Summer. ... read full story

Beautiful 43m Luxury Motor Sailer Yacht AURUM SKY Joins Croatia Charter Market in 2020

December 27, 2019

Written by Eva Belanyiova

There is a beautiful new luxury yacht entering the charter market in 2020, available for unforgettable holidays in the Adriatic Sea, cruising around Croatia’s breath-taking islands and along the coastline. Measuring 43.50m (142′ 9’’), AURUM SKY is a spectacular, motor sailer to be launched in 2020, providing spacious accommodation for up to twelve charter guests.... ... read full story

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