1. Interior images of Feadship 101.5m Symphony revealed



Feadship has recently shared the interior images of its largest yacht to date, 101.5m Symphony. The superyacht was reportedly built for Bernard Arnault, delivered in May 2015 and then went on cruising the Mediterranean for her inaugural summer charter season. Symphony features a gym, a beauty salon and massage room and carries no less than three custom Pascoe tenders of 9.6, 8.3 and 7.85 metres, as well as two wave runners, two Seabobs, windsurfers, watersides and various inflatable toys. 




99m Madame Gu, reportedly built for Russian billionaire and Metalloinvest shareholder Andrei Skoch, has been recently spotted in St. Tropez. Since the beginning of a charter season the superyacht has been seen in Antibes and Monaco. Madame Gu was launched by Feadship in 2013 and at that time was the largest vessel ever built by the Dutch shipyard. Andrew Winch styled her exterior, whilst De Voogt was responsible for the naval architecture. 




World's largest trimaran Galaxy of Happinesssplashed at Latitude yachts in Riga two months ago, has been spotted in Gibraltar. The 53m spaceship-like vessel features the exterior by Jean-Jacques Coste. Built from a from a combination of fiberglass and carbon fibre, this project has been under development for nearly 30 months. Performance wise the trimaran will ensure a maximum speed of 28 knots thanks to the twin 2600hp engines.




The asking price on 78.4m TV was just slashed by 38 million euros down to €92,000,000 according to a post on social media by Moran Yacht & Ship who say they will now be taking over the listing as central agents. Originally built as Madsummer for American billionaire, Jeffrey Soffer in 2008, the yacht was later reportedly sold to her current Mexican owner and renamed TV. She was then listed for sale by Edmiston in September 2014 asking €130,000,000 and has remained on the brokerage market to this day.




On the last day of the 2015 Monaco Yacht Show, it was announced that Turkish-based Dunya Yachts had managed to find a client to build its 100m Project Blade, a step forward for the Turkish yard and the third yacht commissioned by the Russian client. Dunya Yachts are most famous for building 72m Axioma. Designed by Sterling Scott and Alberto Pinto, the yacht was first known as project Red Square and was commissioned by Russian owners. Construction started in 2009 and the yacht was expected to be launched in 2011, a recession in Russia however delayed the yacht's launch to February 2013.




91m megayacht Lady Lara, owned by Kazakh billionaire Alexander Machkevitch, has been spotted Cala di Volpe, Sardinia. Launched in April and delivered in November 2015, she embarked her first sea trials in July. Built by Lurssen, the megayacht has the exterior and interior design from Reymond Langton. Lady Lara's alluring amenities include VIP suites with fold down balconies, a large beach club, a gym, Jacuzzi, a swimming pool and a helipad. 




Russian billionaire, Oleg Deripaska has launched a 50m motor yacht named Selenga on Lake Baikal according to Life. Selenga's build process started in an Ulan-Ude based shipyard in 2007 but was then put on hold in 2009 with the start of the financial crisis. Selenga's hull and superstructure were eventually completed by 2014 but shallow rivers prevented the yacht from being taken to her intended place of use, Lake Baikal. The yacht was eventually brought to the lake in 2015 in a custom-built dock to begin the interior fitting process. Designed by Igor Lobanov, Selenga can accommodate 12 guests in one master, 2 VIP, 1 twin and 2 guest cabins.




The 73,69m superyacht Ilona, owned by Australian billionaire Frank Lowy, has been recently spotted in Norway. Launched in 2004 by Amels, the vessel has undergone a major refit since then. Ilona is the fourth yacht of the same name to be built and launched for Mr Lowy. The superyacht can accommodate a maximum of up 16 guests, in six cabins, and can accommodate up to 28 crew.




The largest Sanlorenzo superyacht to date has been sold and is already under construction in the new production facilities in La Spezia. The Italian shipyard added that the delivery is scheduled for 2019. The new flagship is characterized by elegant exterior lines and innovative interiors. The assembly of the 64 metres building blocks –the largest Sanlorenzo ever realized- started in the shipyard’s new premises in La Spezia, the new Sanlorenzo Superyacht production facility dedicated to the construction of 40 to 80 metres long metal-hull yachts.




Cerri Cantieri Navali launched hull #4 in its 102 Flyingsport line yesterday. The 102’ is the shipyard's flagship, featuring all the winning solutions of the flyingsport concept, which combines the comfort of a flying-bridge boat with the sporty character and speed of large open yachts, thereby embodying a perfect blend of elegance, style, functionality and onboard liveability.

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72m Admiral Armani Megayacht Launched by TISG
The Italian Sea Group has launched the 72-meter Admiral Armani megayacht, marking the first vessel designed in collaboration with Giorgio Armani. The ceremony took place at the company's Marina di Carrara facility, attended by representatives from the Armani Group, local authorities, and project team members.This yacht represents the first of two projects fully designed by Giorgio Armani, featuring distinctive exterior styling and interior design by Armani/Casa. The collaboration with The Italian Sea Group's Centro Stile combines minimalist aesthetics with advanced naval engineering.Key design elements include geometric volumes with curved surfaces, satin aluminum and steel detailing, and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows. The upper decks incorporate open-air lounges and a helicopter landing area. Interior materials feature Black Marquinia marble, golden Calacatta, and Canaletto walnut, complemented by custom lighting and fabrics."This yacht represents the confluence of Giorgio Armani's poetic elegance and The Italian Sea Group's technical excellence," said Giovanni Costantino, Founder & CEO of The Italian Sea Group.The Admiral Armani 72m will make its official debut at the Monaco Yacht Show in September 2025. The vessel measures 72 meters in length and represents a new direction in luxury yacht design through the Armani collaboration. Technical specifications and performance details were not disclosed in the announcement.The Italian Sea Group is a global operator in the luxury yachting industry, listed on Euronext Milan (“EXM”) and active in the construction and refit of motor yachts and sailing yachts up to 140 meters. The Company, led by Italian entrepreneur Giovanni Costantino, operates on the market with the brands Admiral, renown for elegant and prestigious yachts, Tecnomar, Perini Navi, and Picchiotti; the Company has a business unit, NCA Refit, that manages the maintenance and refit services for yachts and mega yachts with a length over 60 meters. Credit: Giuliano Sargentini/The Italian Sea Group
Silent Yachts Nears Completion of Flagship Solar-Electric SY80 Catamaran
Silent Yachts has announced its 24-meter flagship solar-electric catamaran, the SY80, is approaching completion. The Italian builder recently launched two SY62 3-Deck Open models and one SY62 3-Deck Closed variant from its Fano shipyard as part of its plan to deliver 10 yachts in 2025.The SY80 will be available in three customizable configurations: 2-Deck, 3-Deck Open, and 3-Deck Closed. The model retains the sustainable features of Silent Yachts' smaller vessels while offering increased volume, accommodating up to 12 guests. Key features include an open layout, spacious staterooms, and ample storage for water toys."We can accommodate a very high number of different configurations, making the yacht of your dreams into a lived reality," said Silent Yachts CEO Fabrizio Iarrera. Owners can opt for an on-deck master suite or an open-plan salon with the master cabin below deck.Performance specifications include a top speed of 12 knots, cruising speeds of 7-8 knots, and battery capacities of 522 kWh or 696 kWh. The solar array peaks at 22.4 kWp, supporting near-zero-emission operation.The SY80 2-Deck variant will debut at the 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival (September 9-14), with sea trials expected in the coming weeks.Silent-Yachts is producing the world’s first fully solar-sustainable oceangoing production catamaran yachts. They are powered exclusively by solar energy and capable of cruising up to 100 miles per day. In 2009, founders Heike and Michael Köhler, who have spent 6,000 days cruising more than 75,000 miles all around the world, launched the Solarwave 46, the first fully self-sufficient blue-water catamaran after years of testing solar-powered propulsion, and they have been building boats ever since. Credits: Silent-Yachts
Special One Wins Judges' Special Award at World Superyacht Awards 2025
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South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show 2025 to Feature Multiple Marine Debuts
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67m B.Now FB287 with Oasis Deck Launched by Benetti
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