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Sweden-based award winning international design studio Gray Design introduced their latest 64m...
November 17, 2015
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63-meter Irimari is the largest Sunrise project by volume and one of the largest-volume projects...
November 17, 2015
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As part of the expansion of Altamer Resort, New York based real estate development firm Time...
November 17, 2015
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On Saturday, November 14, 2015 German shipyard Lurssen launched the 156 metre superyacht Omar. Not...
November 16, 2015
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Champion sailor Sir Ben Ainslie is selling the boat from which he and his wife Georgie Thompson had...
November 16, 2015
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344-foot Acquaintance has been introduced by the Dutch yacht builder Oceanco, in partnership with...
November 16, 2015
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Famous Italian luxury yacht builder, Azimut Yachts, is attending the Qatar International Boat Show...
November 13, 2015
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New sport utility yacht, Nemo 44, is ready to be built at French shipyard Ocea. Designed by Fulvio...
November 13, 2015
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Eclipse, owned by Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich, is currently under maintenance and rebuild...
November 12, 2015
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Sunseeker yachts has proudly announced the launch of its new 40-meter Sunseeker 131 at the...
November 11, 2015
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A permit to extend the TPA tax free benefit scheme has been granted to yachts while berthed in the...
November 11, 2015
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Australian shipyard Silver Yachts has their 85-meter Silver Loft under construction in Western...
November 11, 2015
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Six people were arrested and 54 bricks of white substance presumably cocaine or heroin were...
November 11, 2015
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German shipyard Lurssen is preparing to launch the 156-meter Project Omar. Not a lot is known about...
November 10, 2015
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More than 300 refugees had been discovered hidden in a yacht that ran aground near the island of...
November 10, 2015
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Eleven persons, including a driver, are feared dead following a boat collision along the Escravos...
November 9, 2015
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The latest images of the new Arcadia 100 yacht were revealed by Arcadia Yachts at the 2015 Fort...
November 9, 2015
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Footage has surfaced online of a 42m yacht, M/Y Unforgettable, running aground on a rocky coast in...
November 7, 2015
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Dutch shipyard Oceanco is strengthening its focus on the ultra-large megayacht market. With styling...
November 6, 2015
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The prestigious Dutch shipyard Heesen in partnership with Milan-based design studio Hot Lab are to...
November 6, 2015
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Fairline Boats decided to lay off a third of its 300 workforce for up to five weeks on minimum pay,...
November 5, 2015
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Sailing yacht Heureka has been announced as a finalist in the prestigious International Superyacht...
November 5, 2015
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Two citizens of Poland (a 41-year old man and a 53-year old woman) passed away last Sunday when...
November 5, 2015
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British round-the-world sailor Alex Thomson and his co-skipper, Spanish sailor Guillermo Altadill,...
November 3, 2015
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Damen Yachting has commenced sea trials for the first 80-meter Amels Limited Editions superyacht, marking the final phase before its scheduled summer delivery. The vessel represents the latest addition to the Amels series, featuring hybrid propulsion technology designed to reduce emissions and enable quieter operation.Project manager Romke van der Linde stated: "The sea trials offer a unique opportunity to experience firsthand the innovation, design, and power that this yacht delivers." The trials will evaluate the yacht's performance, including its hybrid system's efficiency and operational capabilities.The Amels 80 incorporates design elements focused on sustainability alongside traditional Dutch shipbuilding techniques. The yacht's technical specifications and interior layouts remain undisclosed, though Damen Yachting confirms the vessel maintains the Limited Editions' standard configuration options.Construction of the Amels 80 began at Damen's Vlissingen facility, with the hull and superstructure completed before the start of outfitting. The sea trials will be conducted in the North Sea, with final delivery to the owner expected following successful completion of all tests.Damen Yachting currently has multiple Amels Limited Editions models in various stages of construction at its Dutch shipyards. The 80-meter platform joins the existing 60-meter and 78-meter offerings in the series.Damen Yachting, a division within the Damen Shipyards Group, was created in 2019. The division combines the pedigree and heritage of Amels yachts with a growing portfolio of SeaXplorer yachts and Yacht Support vessels.Credits: Damen Yachting
June 18, 2025
Athens-based design studio IPYD has revealed Aether, an 80-meter superyacht concept developed for Oceanco's Simply Custom platform. The design features triangular geometric motifs throughout its exterior, referencing concepts of balance and harmony from ancient Greek philosophy.Presented at the 2023 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, Aether joins Oceanco's portfolio of semi-custom concepts built on a standardized technical platform by Lateral Naval Architects. Initial renderings show a continuous exterior profile with an open-plan beach club featuring spa facilities and lounge areas.The Simply Custom range offers owners design flexibility while utilizing pre-engineered naval architecture. Aether follows previous concepts including Ani by Vallicelli Design and Dunes by the Touch Studio. Oceanco has not disclosed construction timelines or technical specifications for the Aetherconcept.Oceanco was founded in 1987. Right now it is a world-class builder of custom superyachts up to the 140 meters range. Oceanco works with world-known designers such as Terence Disdale, Nuvolari-Lenard, Espen Oeino, Sam Sorgiovanni, Igor Lobanov, Tim Heywood and Andrew Winch to create some of the timeless and award-winning yachts afloat today.Credits: IPYD
June 20, 2025
The Yacht Club Costa Smeralda is hosting the 2025 Swan One Design Worlds from June 17-21, featuring 35 teams from 30 nations competing across four one-design classes. The event marks the competitive debut of the ClubSwan 28 class alongside established ClubSwan 36, 42 and 50 fleets."The Swan One Design Worlds highlight the energy and camaraderie of the ClubSwan family," said Luisa Bambozzi, Managing Director of ClubSwan Racing. "Porto Cervo provides the ideal setting to combine world-class racing with vibrant shoreside activities."The regatta features defending champions in multiple classes, including Mamao (ClubSwan 36) and Nadir (ClubSwan 42). Notable entries include Leonardo Ferragamo's Cuordileone and Marcus Brennecke's Hatari in the ClubSwan 50 division. The newly introduced ClubSwan 28 class will compete for its first Gold Cup, with seven teams including youth entry NOX OCEANI featuring 13-year-old helmsman Giorgio Nocella.Giovanni Pomati, CEO of Nautor Swan, emphasized the event's community aspect: "This regatta represents the unity and international spirit that defines the ClubSwan family." The competition schedule allows for eight races per class (ten for ClubSwan 28), with Mistral winds expected for the final racing days.Social events include class dinners and an owners' reception at YCCS, culminating in Saturday's prize ceremony. The ClubSwan Academy continues its youth development program, providing young sailors access to competitive racing platforms.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
June 19, 2025
The newly delivered Benetti Oasis 34 motor yacht Y has entered the brokerage market with Mark Seaton of Yacht. The 34.4-meter vessel was delivered in May 2025 and remains under full shipyard warranty. Currently berthed at Benetti’s shipyard in Viareggio, Italy, the yacht is available for immediate delivery.Designed by RWD, the Oasis 34M series features a distinctive Oasis Deck with fold-down bulwarks, a glass-sided infinity pool, and a spacious beach club area. The yacht’s streamlined profile, extended overhangs, and open-plan layout reflect Benetti’s approach to indoor-outdoor living.The interior design, created by Bonetti/Kozerski Architecture of New York, combines warm greys and natural tones with contemporary elements. The accommodation includes five staterooms for up to 10 guests, with a full-beam owner’s suite on the main deck and four guest cabins below. The crew quarters can accommodate seven staff members.The 269 GT yacht is powered by twin 1,380hp MTU diesel engines, providing a top speed of 16 knots and a cruising speed of 14.5 knots. The vessel sails under the Marshall Islands flag. The asking price for the yacht is €17,500,000, excluding VAT. It represents the only Benetti Oasis 34M from 2025 currently available on the market worldwide. The vessel was built under the supervision of experienced owners and a leading maritime consultancy, ensuring high-quality construction and finishing.Credits: Yacht Harbour Archive
June 20, 2025
Hargrave Superyachts has launched its new 38-meter tri-deck motor yacht, the Hargrave 125, from its Antalya, Turkey facility. The vessel, designated Project 125, will debut at the 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival.With a 7.92-meter beam and 1.95-meter draft, the Bahamas-compliant design features a displacement hull optimized for long-range cruising. Stabilization systems operate both at anchor and underway. The 330GT interior maintains 2.2-meter ceiling heights throughout its 10-guest, 7-crew configuration.Power comes from twin Caterpillar C32 main engines with matching 75kW generators, delivering a 17-knot cruising speed. An ASEA power converter ensures global shore power compatibility. The yacht carries a 10-year structural warranty and equivalent coverage for main mechanical components.Hargrave includes a six-month management package with each sale. The vessel remains available for inspection ahead of its Cannes showing.Credits: Hargrave Custom Yachts
June 20, 2025
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