During the COVID-19 crisis, PHC is maintaining their statutory open port policy by allowing these vessels to arrive at the Port of Poole, and by providing them with lay-by provisions.
Currently, Poole is hosting an 83m superyacht on Town Quay, with 4 more vessels due to arrive at the port in the coming weeks.
The health and welfare of our workforce, port visitors and their families is a top priority for PHC and they continue to work closely with Public Health England (PHE) and Port Health.
According to Captain Brian Murphy, Harbour Master, Poole Harbour Commissioners, “By law, the captain of a visiting ship must submit a Maritime Declaration of Health (MDH) if a crew member or guest on board is showing any signs of illness. But, in these unprecedented times, like many other ports across the country during this national pandemic, we are insisting that all vessels submit an MDH for every arrival, including nil returns. Procedures are in place to deal with all scenarios including self-isolation of the crew for a minimum of 14 days. We want to assure members of the public that we are adhering to strict rules and guidelines. The MDH ensures that all crew members are fit and healthy before they enter the harbour. Once here they will remain on board to protect the local community as well as themselves. They should have plenty of supplies on board, if not they will be provided by their normal specialist suppliers. Therefore they will have no impact on the availability of goods in the local area”.
All these measures put in place by Port Health and Public Health England should reassure worried members of the public that these vessels do not impose a risk to the local community.
Nautor Swan has announced the ClubSwan 28 American Series, a new one-design racing circuit developed in partnership with American Magic. The eight-event schedule will commence in Pensacola, Florida in February 2026, concluding with a World Championship event.The 8.5-meter ClubSwan 28, designed with Juan Yacht Design, will serve as the series' platform boat. Terry Hutchinson of American Magic noted: "Nautor Swan has such a history of being a great boatbuilder. But with the new ClubSwan 28, they've evolved their timeless design into something that speaks directly to today's high-performance sailors."The racing calendar includes three winter events in Pensacola, followed by summer competitions in Newport, Rhode Island, and fall races returning to Florida. Federico Michetti, Nautor Swan's Head of Sport Activities, stated: "Our goal was to create a fun, fast, and safe entry point for sportsboat enthusiasts."Production of the ClubSwan 28 will occur in Pensacola through a collaboration between Nautor Swan and American Magic. Giovanni Pomati, Nautor Swan CEO, confirmed: "We'll base the fleet there, build boats there, and drive technical innovation."The initiative aims to combine professional racing with amateur participation while establishing Pensacola as a sailing development hub. Hutchinson added: "It's a platform for performance, growth, and a new chapter in U.S. sailing."The series represents Nautor Swan's continued expansion into competitive sailing markets, following the success of its larger ClubSwan racing yachts.Nautor Swan was founded in 1966 in Pietarsaari, Finland. The builder entered the superyacht market in 1999. Since then, the yard has continued building high-performance sailing yachts in three different lines; ClubSwan, Swan Yachts and Maxi Swan Yachts. Credits: Nautor Swan
August 5, 2025
Ferretti Group has launched the first Itama 54 unit from its new Marina di Ravenna production facility on July 11, 2025. The 16.44-meter open cruiser marks Itama's return to the 50-59 foot segment, featuring redesigned living spaces and improved onboard accessibility.Developed by the Ferretti Group Product Strategy Committee and Engineering Department, with design by Tommaso De Luca, the model introduces several functional innovations while maintaining Itama's signature styling. Key exterior features include a flush foredeck sunpad, extended side windows, and a starboard-side bow access point - a departure from previous models that improves circulation.The deck layout presents a dual-cockpit configuration: a main aft seating area with height-adjustable table and a forward wind-protected lounge. Both areas connect to a portside bar unit. The helm station incorporates a floating dashboard design. Below deck, accommodations include a forward master cabin, midship guest cabin, two bathrooms, galley and dinette.Power options include twin MAN i6-730 engines (730 HP) as standard, delivering 33-knot top speed, or optional MAN i6-850 engines (850 HP) for 37-knot maximum speed. The raked transom and revised hull lines contribute to the model's performance characteristics.The Ravenna-built Itama 54 represents the brand's contemporary interpretation of Mediterranean open cruiser concepts, emphasizing outdoor living and simplified deck circulation. Production continues at Ferretti Group's specialized facility for the Itama range.The Ferretti Group, led by Chief Executive Officer Alberto Galassi, is now one of the world’s leaders in the construction and sale of luxury yachts and pleasure vessels, with a unique portfolio of brands: Ferretti Yachts, Riva, Pershing, Itama, Mochi Craft, CRN, Custom Line and Wally.Credits: Ferretti Group
August 4, 2025
ISA Yachts has moved its new 37.7-meter Viper 130 into the outfitting phase at its Ancona shipyard. The planing yacht, designed to deliver high performance and spacious accommodations, is scheduled for delivery in 2026 to an American client introduced by Zarpo Yachts.The Viper 130 features exterior and interior design by Fulvio De Simoni, with naval engineering developed in-house by ISA Yachts. Powered by three 2,200 hp MAN engines, the yacht will achieve a top speed of 33 knots.The aft cockpit is divided into three distinct areas: a beach club at sea level with a transformer platform, a sunbathing and lounge area, and an outdoor dining space seating eight. Side balconies can be opened to expand the living area. The aft galley includes a retractable privacy glass and connects to a bar, serving both as a functional kitchen and an entertainment space.The main deck features a portside walkway leading to the salon, which includes floor-to-ceiling windows and a second bar. A circular pool with sunbeds and seating dominates the bow area. The helm station is positioned forward, with access to the lower deck housing four guest cabins and an owner’s suite with dual bathrooms.The sun deck, with a carbon fiber hardtop, includes a secondary helm station, sunbeds, an L-shaped bar, and a dining table for 12. Crew quarters for five are discreetly accessed via the galley. A 5-meter tender is stored in the starboard garage.The Viper 130’s design emphasizes open living spaces, with multiple indoor-outdoor connections and functional layouts tailored for both entertainment and privacy. The yacht is currently in the final stages of construction ahead of its 2026 delivery.Palumbo Superyachts took root in 2008, when the Columbus Yachts brand was established, and in 2011 it launched its first 54m superyacht, emblematically christened Prima (the First). Currently, Palumbo Superyachts comprises a representative office in Monaco and a logistics network of five shipyards in the Mediterranean (Ancona, Malta, Marseille, Naples, and Savona); it also operates the following brands: ISA Yachts, Columbus Yachts, Mondomarine and Palumbo SY Refit.Credits: ISA Yachts
August 4, 2025
Dutch yacht builder Zeelander Yachts has delivered Loloma, a fully customized 20.3-meter (66'7") version of its Zeelander 7 model to a globetrotting owner. The yacht's design was carefully coordinated to match the owner's superyacht, private jet, and helicopter.Loloma features several distinctive design elements, including a monochromatic silver-grey hull that eliminates the traditional waterline for enhanced visual connection to the sea. The yacht marks Zeelander's first use of brushed stainless steel finishes throughout, departing from the brand's typical polished stainless steel. Interior spaces showcase rare swamp oak paneling, formed when oak remains submerged for centuries, acquiring its distinctive grey-black coloration naturally.The owner specified a seamless synthetic teak deck without visible seams for a minimalist aesthetic. A permanent mesh bimini provides sun protection while maintaining open-air visibility. Performance comes from triple IPS 1350 engines delivering a 40-knot top speed, with a 2,700-nautical-mile range at 7 knots or 630 nautical miles at 32-knot cruising speed.Accommodations include a forward master suite with king-sized bed and two guest cabins, all benefiting from the yacht's generous volume. Crew quarters are positioned aft near the tender garage. The main salon features a folding table replicating one from the owner's private jet, seating eight guests.Sietse Koopmans, Zeelander founder, stated: "Thanks to the close involvement of her dedicated owner from drawing board sketches right through to delivery, Loloma is one of the most ambitious and tailor-made creations from our yard to date. Crafting a miniature superyacht which perfectly matches a mothership, jet and helicopter was certainly a unique challenge and one we truly relished."Loloma maintains Zeelander's signature quiet operation, with noise levels below 70 decibels at full speed. The yacht will begin an international itinerary including Mediterranean and Caribbean destinations before proceeding to Australia and Fiji, the latter being the namesake origin of "Loloma," meaning "love, kindness, and generosity."Zeelander's current model range spans from 15 to 24 meters (48' to 79'), with Loloma representing a highly customized example of the 20.3-meter Zeelander 7 platform. The delivery demonstrates the yard's capability to execute bespoke projects within its semi-production model structure.Zeelander Yachts was founded in 2002 in the Netherlands by Sietse Koopmans. The first model was unveiled to the public in 2008. The launch model Z44 received positive reviews at the Monaco Yacht Show and drew enormous crowds, despite being at an event dominated by much larger yachts. Within three years, the Z44 had been successfully introduced to the US as well as Europe, and it was an obvious direction to add a larger model to the fleet. The first Z55 was delivered in November 2015, and the flagship Z72 was launched in March 2019.Credit: Zeelander Yachts
August 4, 2025
Gulf Craft has delivered the first unit of its 32.3-meter Majesty 100 Terrace series following its debut at the 2025 Dubai International Boat Show. The fiberglass-reinforced plastic (FRP) yacht features a semi-displacement hull designed by Dutch firm Phathom Studio.The model's distinctive features include multiple outdoor terraces, fold-down balconies, and a private owner's terrace on the foredeck with 270-degree views. The owner's cabin incorporates floor-to-ceiling glass and skylights, with direct access to the forward terrace. Accommodation includes five cabins for 10 guests and crew quarters for six.With a 199GT volume and 7.2-meter beam, the yacht reaches a top speed of 20 knots powered by twin MAN engines. At a cruising speed of 12 knots, the range extends to 1,050 nautical miles. The upper deck features a hot tub and sunpad area with glass panels that illuminate the owner's terrace below.The Majesty 100 Terrace follows the 34.1-meter Majesty 111 model, sharing similar interior layouts but with a redesigned semi-displacement hull. Gulf Craft currently has two units of the new model under construction at its Umm al-Qaywayn shipyard in the UAE.Since the company’s inception in 1982, Gulf Craft has grown to become one of the top seven shipyards in the world: once a builder of small fishing boats in its modest premises, which was a genuine passion for Gulf Craft, they then established their credentials as a leader of innovation and technology in the yachting industry. With five brands in their product portfolio ranging from 31 to 175 feet, Gulf Craft manufactures yachts and boats that appeal to a wide audience, such as touring passenger vessels, Silvercraft family day boats, Oryx Sport Cruisers, Nomad Explorer Yachts, and the flagship Majesty Yachts.Credits: Gulf Craft
August 1, 2025