Zeelander Yachts unveils its new flagship, the Zeelander 8, a remarkable 23.9-meter mini superyacht that boasts a top speed of 40 knots while maintaining an exceptionally quiet onboard experience. Designed to accommodate up to nine guests in ultimate comfort, this luxurious vessel offers extensive customization options for layout and finishes in living spaces, alongside a full beam tender garage for added convenience.
The launch of the Zeelander 8 marks a significant milestone for the boutique yacht builder, known for crafting a limited number of extraordinary yachts for discerning clientele each year. As the largest creation from Zeelander yet, the 8 retains the signature characteristics of the brand – voluptuous lines, effortless power, and whisper-quiet operation.
Sietse Koopmans, founder and owner, shared his excitement for the model, stating, “Our newest model, the Zeelander 8, surpasses its on-paper expectations, showcasing an even more impressive presence in real life. Its timeless design remains uniquely Zeelander, blending classic elegance with modern innovation.”
The Zeelander 8 is a testament to continuous evolution and design excellence, featuring a flowing sheerline, graceful raked stern, and wrap-around windscreen –elements that are familiar to the brand’s admirers. The yacht’s proportions mirror those of its smaller counterparts, thanks to the expertise of designer Cor D. Rover and the dedicated team at Zeelander.
Deck-level enhancements offer more space for relaxation and dining, while below deck, the yacht features an exquisite full-beam owner’s cabin and two additional guest doubles, all with ensuite facilities. This model perfectly encapsulates the essence of a superyacht within its sub-24m hull.
Cor D. Rover drew inspiration from the timeless beauty of New England lobster boats and classic commuter yachts, merging that aesthetic with state-of-the-art technology and luxury. “The epitome of beauty and style that Zeelander is today and will be for years to come,” he expressed.
While the Zeelander 8 is designed for owner operation, it accommodates up to three crew members in cabins located at the bow for privacy.
A highlight of the yacht is its aft deck, featuring deeply padded leatherette seating around a high gloss table. With the press of a button, the transom transforms into a spacious 12-square-meter bathing platform, serving as a private beach club. The tender is efficiently housed in a full beam garage, ensuring unspoiled space for relaxation.
Zeelander is committed to allowing owners to personalize their living experience, welcoming various custom requests for layout and styling, from favorite fabrics to specific design elements.
The builder's expertise in noise and vibration reduction ensures a tranquil environment, with onboard noise levels never exceeding 65dBa, significantly below the typical conversation threshold. The Zeelander 8 promises to deliver a calm, luxurious experience even as it reaches its thrilling top speed.
“The Zeelander 8 is a powerful statement regarding the desirability and collectability of our yachts," Koopmans stated. "More than that, it exemplifies our commitment to exceptional experiences on water. I believe that the Zeelander 8 represents the apex of performance and comfort for the world’s most demanding owners. We've already started building the second hull, which confirms the model's success.”
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.
Credits: Guillaume Plisson/Zeelander Yachts
Arcadia Yachts has secured the sale of its fourth A96new unit, continuing the model's commercial success following previous sales in Turkey and Middle Eastern markets. The latest 29-meter yacht will operate in the Mediterranean following delivery.The buyer selected the existing interior design by Igor Lobanov, maintaining the Art Deco-inspired dark lacquered surfaces featured on the first hull, with only minor customizations requested. The A96new series emphasizes holistic wellbeing concepts in its layout and amenities.Ugo Pellegrino, CEO of Arcadia Yachts, stated: "The new direction charted by the A96new has tapped into a need felt by owners all over the world, which is why we're so proud to present the A80new at the upcoming Cannes Yachting Festival, a boat designed for owners seeking the same lifestyle on board but in a slightly smaller format. We expect this new model to have the same success as the series flagship."The Sorrento-based shipyard will debut the 24-meter A80new model at September's Cannes Yachting Festival, targeting owners seeking similar features in a more compact package. Current production continues on the A96new series while the yard prepares its new smaller model for market introduction.The consecutive sales demonstrate sustained demand for Arcadia's wellbeing-focused yacht designs, with the A96new establishing itself as the brand's current flagship offering. The upcoming A80new presentation will test market reception for the scaled-down version of the concept.Arcadia Yachts is based in Naples, Italy. Since 2008, Arcadia Yachts has been building semi-custom luxury composite yachts and has succeeded in perfectly integrating artisanal craftsmanship, modern technologies, attention to detail and to the surrounding environment. The Arcadia Yachts fleet has included two ranges since September 2016. The shipyard’s first and most characterizing range is the A range, which includes four models (A85, A85s, A105 and A115). The Sherpa range has a new model, the 24m Sherpa XL, which was launched at the 2019 Cannes Yachting Festival. The new model, A96, debuted at 2023 Cannes Yachting Festival.Credits: Arcadia Yachts
July 22, 2025
Tankoa Yachts has launched M/Y Singolare, the second unit in its T450 series, at its Genoa shipyard. The 45-meter yacht, designed by Giorgio Maria Cassetta, follows the successful delivery of the first T450 model, M/Y GO.The launch ceremony was attended by the South American owner and family members. The yacht features a fully enclosed veranda with climate control, an elevator connecting main to sun deck, and a flush foredeck concealing a watertight tender garage. The upper deck includes a sauna, gym, and private cinema.Brazilian architect Debora Aguiar designed the interiors, featuring floor-to-ceiling wine cellars and sliding glass panels connecting indoor and outdoor spaces. The main deck contains a master suite with walk-in wardrobe and steam shower, while the lower deck accommodates four guest cabins and crew quarters.Guido Orsi, Tankoa Yachts Vice President, stated: "This launch marks another important milestone for Tankoa. It strengthens our position in the international markets, particularly in South America, where demand for high-end yachts is steadily increasing."The shipyard currently has another 45-meter hull and two 50-meter T500 models under construction, all presold. M/Y Singolare will be delivered this summer for Mediterranean cruising before relocating to the Caribbean for winter season.The launch reinforces Tankoa's position in the 45-50 meter custom yacht segment, with the T450 series demonstrating strong market demand.Tankoa was founded in 2007 and began production in 2008. A true “boutique shipyard”, focused on building semi-custom and custom constructions 45-meter and up.Credits: Tankoa
July 22, 2025
The first hull of Riva's new 112' Dolcevita Super model has launched from the brand's La Spezia facility. Measuring 34.37 meters with a 7.27-meter beam, this flybridge yacht expands upon the successful 110' Dolcevita design with enhanced outdoor spaces and improved water access.Developed by Officina Italiana Design in collaboration with Ferretti Group engineers, the yacht features a 35-square-meter beach club with fold-out terraces and storage for water toys. The stern garage accommodates a tender and jet ski while the cockpit offers multiple lounge configurations. Owners can choose between additional bow seating or a Jacuzzi in the forward area.The flybridge presents redesigned living spaces with a central bar area and entertainment systems. Interior options include two main deck layouts - one with aft dining and another with traditional forward lounge placement. The master suite incorporates larger windows and redesigned storage solutions.Standard power comes from twin MTU 16V 2000 M96L engines delivering 2,638 hp each, providing a preliminary top speed of 25.5 knots. An alternative MTU M97L engine package includes SCR emissions reduction technology. Stabilization systems include zero-speed fins with Humphree interceptors, with optional Seakeeper gyroscopic stabilizers available.Bridge configurations range from standard quad 19-inch monitors to a premium option with dual 49-inch displays selected for this first unit. Soundproofing measures include reinforced bulkheads between crew and guest areas on the lower deck, which houses four VIP cabins. Interior finishes combine high-gloss rosewood with black hammered leather detailing.The yacht is scheduled for its official debut at the 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival, representing Riva's latest development in the 30-40 meter flybridge segment. Production continues at Riva's La Spezia yard alongside other models in the 70-130 foot 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
July 21, 2025
Dutch shipyard Van der Valk recently presented two new custom superyachts, the 35-meter Lalabe and 34-meter One, cruising together in the North Sea. Both vessels share design lineage with the award-winning 34-meter explorer Lady Lene, demonstrating the yard's custom-build capabilities.Lalabe, en route to the Mediterranean for her maiden season, was commissioned for multi-generational family use. The yacht's hull is optimized for fast displacement cruising up to 17 knots. Exterior and interior styling by Guido de Groot incorporates residential-inspired elements, including an aft beach club with sauna, steam room, and terrace-like seating. The interior features light-toned woods, curved furnishings, and a neutral color scheme. The yacht will make its global debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival in September.LalabeOne, currently available for sale, offers immediate delivery. The yacht combines De Groot's exterior design with Carla Guilhem's contemporary interior, using a white and cream palette with dark wood accents. Large windows and open deck spaces emphasize indoor-outdoor connectivity. Powered by twin Volvo Penta engines, One reaches 14.4 knots and includes a fold-out swim platform and substantial toy storage.OneBoth yachts utilize Lady Lene's proven hull engineering while featuring distinct customizations above the waterline. Lalabe focuses on family-oriented spaces, while One prioritizes entertainment areas across four decks.The simultaneous appearance of these vessels highlights Van der Valk's capacity to deliver personalized superyachts within the 34-35 meter range. Prospective buyers can inspect One for potential summer delivery, while Lalabe prepares for its first charter season. The yachts will be displayed at Van der Valk's Cannes Yachting Festival.Van der Valk is a family-run company building comfortable, innovative and efficient (semi) custom motor yachts from 18m to 45m. From its humble roots in the 1960s, Van der Valk today has a global fleet of over 1000 motor yachts. Credits: Van der Valk
July 21, 2025
Turkish yacht builder Numarine has launched the first unit of its new 40MXP model, a 40-meter superyacht that becomes the flagship of its XP explorer series. Two additional hulls are currently under construction, with deliveries scheduled for 2025.The 40MXP represents an evolution of the shipyard's popular 37XP model, maintaining the series' long-range capabilities while introducing new Mediterranean-inspired features. The yacht retains a 6,000-nautical-mile range at 8 knots, achieved through an optimized hull design by naval architect Umberto Tagliavini.Ömer Malaz, Chairman at Numarine, stated:"Preserving the same stylistic cues and DNA of all our models, the 40MXP retains our high-volume, low-maintenance, long-range ethos while offering a number of new design features that enhance the intimate connection with the sea that a yacht provides."Key design developments focus on outdoor living spaces, particularly an expanded aft deck area achieved through both increased hull length and strategic repositioning of the saloon doors. This space accommodates an alfresco dining area, bar, lounge, and a standout feature - an aft pool with glass transom. The area connects to a full-beam hydraulic swim platform and can be shaded for sun protection.Power comes from twin MAN 800hp engines as standard, with an optional 900hp Tier III-compliant configuration available. The yacht's 8-meter beam allows for generous interior volumes, with accommodation for up to 12 guests across six suites, including a full-beam master stateroom on the main deck. Two additional customizable cabin spaces offer layout flexibility.Designer Can Yalman handled both interior and exterior styling, maintaining Numarine's signature aesthetic. The model inherits successful features from the 37XP including an expansive flybridge and substantial tender storage capacity. The tender deck can accommodate a 9-meter tender, three jet skis, and additional water toys.Chris Gore, Sales & Marketing Director at Numarine, commented: "We are extremely excited to have delivered the first of the all new 40MXP. Our new flagship offers true luxury blended with versatility be that for family or charter use, whilst maintaining our core Numarine DNA."The 'MXP' designation reflects the yacht's Mediterranean explorer concept, emphasizing connection to the water while retaining transoceanic capabilities. The model enters a competitive segment of the explorer yacht market, positioned as a bridge between luxury cruising and serious long-range functionality.With this launch, Numarine continues its focus on the explorer yacht segment, building on the commercial success of its XP series. The 40MXP's combination of extended range and enhanced outdoor living spaces targets owners seeking both adventure capability and contemporary lifestyle features.Credits: Kerem Sanliman/Numarine
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