1. 159m Fulk Al Salamah delivered



Fulk Al Salamah, estimated to measure 159 meters, was delivered to the Omani Royal Family by the Italy-based, Mariotti shipyard. The yacht will join 155m Al Said as part of the Omani fleet. The project was first unveiled as Project Saffron in 2014. Built as a replacement for 136m Al Salamah, the yacht features a range of similar characteristics with the 136 meter yacht which had been put up for sale in 2012. 




Maria La Via,  former CEO of Privilege Yard, and finance director Antonio Battista were placed under house arrest by order of the Civitavecchia power of attorney for alleged  fraudulent bankruptcy filings, tax crimes and violation of the anti-mafia legislation, La Repubblica reports. The men are accused of having used the shipyard’s money to purchase luxury cars such as a Ferrari and a Maserati for a total of €320,000. It is also turned out that Privilege Yard paid the rent for the house of Pasqualino Monti, president of the Civitavecchia port authority. 




Dutch Yachting has recently shared the pictures of 53m trimaran Galaxy leaving IJmuiden, the Netherlands. Splashed at Latitude Yachts in Riga two months ago, the spaceship-like vessel features the exterior by Jean-Jacques Coste. The yacht was built from a GRP and carbon fibre composite and runs at 28 knots through twin 2600hp engines. 




UK-based yacht builder Sunseeker has launched the second hull in its Sunseeker 116 line. Named Fleur, the vessel was built on the basis of the 115 Sport platform, but with a new superstructure design and reiterated decks. The foredeck has been developed into a separate entertainment area with a «Club» concept as the yard calls it. From a technical standpoint Fleur provides a top speed of 25 knots and cruises at 16-18 knots.




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. 




The largest Amels superyacht to date emerged at its facility in Vlissingen at the end of June. And now we've been informed that last week the vessel completed her first sea trials. Measuring 83m, HERE COMES THE SUN features an exterior design by Tim Heywood and interior style by Winch Design. As for the accommodation, there are 8 guest cabins on board and space for 27 crew. The six-decks yacht's key features include 5.5m swimming pool, 87 sqm beach club with a spa, 900 sqm of outside deck space and a garage capable of storing four jet skis and two 11m tenders. 




55m Quinta Essentia was recently listed for sale asking €37,500,000. Launched in 2016 by Admiral, she became the largest yacht ever built by the Italian shipyard but not the first flagship built for her Russian owner.In December 2008, Heesen delivered the second hull in its 4700 semi-displacement series, Celestial Hope to Russian businessman, Valentin Zavadnikov. Designed by Omega Architects, the 47-meter aluminium yacht could reach a maximum speed of 24 knots.




Cantieri di Pisa is proud to announce the sale of the first Akhir 42S. Entirely designed by Luca Dini, the vessel represents the beginning of next generation yachts since the change of ownership in the Italian shipyard. First introduced in October 2015, 42m Akhir reaches a top speed of 19 knots and is destined for a Japanese client.




Hatteras Yachts was established in 1959 by knitting mill owner Willis Slane, who wanted a robust, fiberglass boat for himself. The first of these was produced in the town of High Point, North Carolina and revolutionized the industry. Ever since, Hatteras kept building on their initial momentum and delivering even more exciting yachts. The shipyard's fleet expanded as the market demanded larger yachts but managed to keep a high quality standard through their expansion. Hatteras invites owners to be a part of the design team, including an initial consultation at its headquarters. A dedicated, in-house designer would develop an interior plan to realize the client's vision for the vessel. A multi-day orientation session is offered with each purchase, including the ability to have members of the Hatteras team join you for portions of the customer's maiden voyage. 




Italian shipyard Ocean King has handed over its latest explorer yacht, 30.5m Ocean King 100 Ma Victoire. Designed as a home-away-from-home on the high seas, the yacht offers 270 m² outside areas and 300 m² of accommodation over three decks. Ma Victoire is pleasure of sailing at 12 knots while achieving the greatest stability, the highest safety standards and a great ease of handling by a small crew. The comfort offered by the vessel is one of the key elements that make her unique in the world yachting scene.

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