Passionate and dedicated, SuperYacht Times recently talked to Bamps, who revealed further details regarding the new Gulf Craft facilities to be built in the future, as well as shed some light on the ever developing differences between European and American clientele as opposed to their predominantly Middle Eastern and Asian clients. Speaking of current projects at the...
Wholly embracing the phrase ‘holistic design’, Torpe explains to SuperyachtDesign how this belief enhances his approach to each project, “It is not about design or style. It is about creativity … the task is to stop thinking about ourselves as designers or architects, but to think of ourselves as people who embed our creative thinking into everything we do.” Working exte...
The name comes from Melville’s fictional character, the son of a South Seas chief who struck out to explore the world. Much like the yacht’s namesake, the Queequeg yacht concept is set for world exploration. “The name of the project is not casual and clearly recalls adventure at sea and, as [with] Melville’s character, the yacht is characterized by a strong exterior l...
Wood has a long and impressive history in the industry, and is known as the creator of the very first database of yachts over 18 metres, as well as the founder of Wood's International Register and The Wood Report (later The Yacht Report). Wood worked as an analyst, publisher, editor and private consultant for 30 years before turning his attention to the historical asp...
Tom started his maritime career on board cargo vessels where he sailed as an apprentice deck officer over twenty years ago. Since joining the maritime industry, Tom has gained onboard experience on a variety of vessel types from container, passenger, offshore support and subsea ships. Tom holds an MCA Master 3000GT and OOW Unlimited license, and will be trained whilst wi...
The book Jon Bannenberg is a personal and revealing collection of archive photography, recollections, quotes and drawings by the legendary yacht designer. The absorbing images of the great man run the gamut from shipyard scaffolding to Vogue photoshoots and family snaps. The combination vividly evokes a character that Dickie Bannenberg describes in the book as ‘incandesc...
Fairline Boats is claiming a major coup after appointing former Sunseeker sales manager Karl Gilding. Karl has re-joined Fairline to head up the yacht sales division, after two years working for the firm’s Poole-based rivals. Fairline added that Karl will help to build up the brand’s dealer network in North America, an area which is expected to show future growth. ...
However, there are a few important things to keep in mind when selecting the vessel you’re going to embark on your next excursion aboard of. CEO of Impulsive Group Hank Freid, hotelier, has the right know-how for first-time and seasoned yacht charterers alike. In addition to a collection of urban retreats, Hank owns Impulsive Charters, stemming from his first boat outing...
UK, London Bridge. Italian design studio FM – Architettura d’Interni has worked on a number of high profile projects on land and a handful on sea, with its latest project involving the design of the presidential suites of London’s Shangri La Hotel on the 35th floor of The Shard. SYD met with Francesca Muzio, co-founder of superyacht interior design firm, to find out more...
Following his 18 years working as a Director at Linley, Tim Gosling ventured out on his own, founding Gosling in 2005. Providing bespoke furniture to various industries, Gosling Marine was launched in 2013 to create a collection of carbon fibre exterior deck furniture for on board living. Gosling spoke with us recently ahead of his participation at SuperyachtDESIGN Week,...
With a degree in architecture and a passion for sailing, designer Ben Harrison spent seven years with Andrew Winch Designs before joining Eisgaard Design in 2007, where he holds the position of creative director. Harrison is participating in the BV80 Case Study on day three of this year’s Global Superyacht Forum (GSF). Here the English designer tells us a bit more about ...
A Cumbrian sailor has recently become a professional yacht master at the tender age of 18, making him one of the youngest ever to do so. Dominic Jackson, described as a natural sailor by his family, is celebrating the achievement after completing a gruelling 18-week course on the island of Cumbrae in Scotland. Dominic, who is registered disabled, having been born w...
With a design career spanning nearly five decades, Martin Francis is a man of many talents. Starting from humble beginnings as a cabinet maker and freelance consultant with Norman Foster, it wasn't until his move to France in 1975 that he began to work in the world of yacht design. Francis' real pull came in 1988 when commissioned to design and manage the build of 74m Ec...
The first (exemplary proposal) layout of the luxury yacht 115 Sunreef Power created by the Sunreef’s Designers consists of an impressive 80 m2 saloon situated on the main deck next to the spacious cockpit. The same level includes a kitchen with a pantry, an office, a gym, and located in the bow section, a 50 square meter master cabin with a separate dressing room and a l...
The Superyacht Management Meeting (SMM): Fiscal 2015 welcomes EASYTAX as the first official event sponsor. EASYTAX based in Nice, France, is a company specialising in VAT and fiscal representation within the yachting world. With over a decade's experience within the tax and yachting industry, EASYTAX prides itself as a 'one-stop shop' French fiscal representation agency....
Together with Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour, SuperyachtDesign welcomed designers, showrooms, sponsors and VIP guests for an intimate evening to celebrate the launch of SuperyachtDESIGNERS and to discuss ideas that will shape the programme for SuperyachtDESIGN Week 2015, from 23 – 25 June. Speaking to a packed Design Club, Martin Redmayne, chairman of The Superyacht G...
Although the market is growing every year, the world of superyacht design remains a niche corner of the design world. As such, landing a position at some of the industry's top design firms is on the wish list of most new graduates. But what happens when you've done your time and decide you can hack it on your own? The Q&A Time with Designers on 26 June will focus on "The...
Why are events like SuperyachtDESIGN Week so important? JF: We feel that the superyacht industry has to try to diversify from the ordinary events such as yachts shows, rendezvous’ and event award ceremonies. We have found since aligning with SYDW and Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour (DCCH) it has opened up our niche market to many land-based designers along with clients t...
How long have you worked in the superyacht industry? Can you share a bit about your background? MH: Since I was young, my family used to have a yard so I guess there was no escaping. PD: My family has been in the industry for decades, so for me it was natural to think boats ever since I could pronounce the word. But on a professional base, I’ve been working at Vripac...
MONACO. In August this year, Dubois Yachts and Royal Huisman announced a 58m project; one that evolved from a client wish to 'build a beast' and would be their third collaboration. At a press conference on day one of the Monaco Yacht Show, the studio and yard revealed details of the sailing yacht. Angela Audretsch sits down with Ed Dubois for an exclusive interview to le...
