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In her latest photoshoot, the “contemporary interpretation of the explorer yacht design” is made evident. The use of large windows throughout the three decks helps to relate the exterior and interior spaces, as well as her stern terraces. Mimi La Sardine has multiple social and lounging areas which are decked in luxury materials such as natural and weathered oakwood wit...

After 72m M/Y Solo was officially introduced to the market at the 2018 Monaco Yacht Show, her inky colour scheme and impressive technological offering certainly grabbed the attention of those who were lucky enough to get a glimpse on board. Four months later, I find myself still fixated with the thinking behind the project; wondering how its composition can boast some en...

There was a celebration in Livorno, Italy, this week, as Benetti launched its latest vessel, 107m M/Y FB272. A steel yacht with aluminium superstructure, the yacht was built to comply with the Passenger Yacht Code (PYC). FB272 has a displacement of above 5,500 GT, a length of about 100m and a beam of 17m. The yacht is fitted with a pioneering hybrid propulsion system,...

The 80m Artefact is soon to be launched from German yard Nobiskrug. Formerly known as Project 790, the project has pushed boundaries in terms of its design, construction and flagging process. International Registries, Inc. and its affiliates (IRI), which provides administrative and technical support to the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) Yacht Registry, has overse...

British sailing yacht builder Sprit Yachts has unveiled the final designs for its 34m Spirit 111 superyacht, prior to its scheduled launch this summer. Described by the shipyard as ‘one of the most environmentally-friendly sailing yachts ever created’, upon completion the new sloop will be the largest single-masted wooden sailing yacht built in the UK since the 1930s. ...

The DOM 123, which was unveiled at the Versilia Yachting Rendezvous in Viareggio in May last year, is currently on track for a summer 2020 delivery. Designed by Stefano Vafiadis, the DOM 123 is the first of a new line of boats and is inspired by the Latin word "domus", meaning home. It is designed to appeal to the lifestyle of a modern, young yacht owner, providing ...

Developed with feedback from Feadship and Gym Marine, Project Aegir was designed by final year student Chris Lane. Inspired by yachts such as Kleven’s 116 metre explorer Ulysses and Dutch residential properties including Villa Kogelhof, Project Aegir is intended for cruising the Fjords of Norway. Following several meetings with Dutch yard Feadship, Lane produced a ...

Like Satisfaction and Kiboko Tres, the first two hulls in the series, The Power of 2 features exterior and interior design by Nauta Design and naval architecture by Farr Yacht Design. Commissioned by a “keen sailor” for “faster sailing and exploring remote locations”, The Power of 2 features a twin rudder system, fixed bowsprit and a lifting keel that allows access to...

The yacht, which was designed inside and out by RWD, arrived at the yard early last month and is scheduled to undergo an extensive programme of works. This includes the renewing of the teak deck, electrical upgrades and general maintenance of all systems, including the exhaust, pumps and main engines. Various repainting will take place alongside the upgrades of the in...

The full displacement yacht was photographed arriving at the Dutch yard’s Aalsmeer facility to begin outfitting. The steel hull and aluminium superstructure of the yacht was built by Feadship’s Papendrecht based sub-contractor Scheepswerf Slob. Little else is known about the yacht, which has a beam of 12.6 metres, has three teak decks and is due for delivery in 202...

The new renderings show the stern beach club and top three decks of the new concept, which has been developed by CRN in partnership with Italian architecture and design studio Vallicelli Design. As her name suggests, She “exudes a certain femininity" with "graceful style and a subtly feminine touch". Architect Andrea Vallicelli said: “The softness and delicacy of f...

With the exterior designed by Nauta Design and naval architecture by Farr Yacht Design, Power of 2 has been commissioned by a sailor seeking a faster sailboat to explore the remote corners of the world. The sailing yacht provides long-range navigation and the ability to sail in difficult conditions. Features include twin rudder system, lifting keel, and fixed bowsprit co...

“Moreover, there was very little privacy for guests, as the crew have to use the same galley facilities. The whole story started with our own requirements that could not be met by composite builders. So I decided to develop my own catamaran,” explains Wijnants. The tri-deck 25-metre Amasea 84 catamaran is the concept that was born from Jack’s frustration and brought t...

Marco Zanini designed her interior spaces, which are very simplistic and are suited to accommodate up to 10 guests. Here, Skat was spotted moored in Antigua late last year and is seen to have been kept in pristine condition.

Known as Project 814 during her build, the new superyacht is the design work of Michael Leach and Reymond Langton on the exterior and interior design respectively and was overseen by Burgess. Up to 12 guests can be accommodated for onboard and tended to by a crew of 29. Those onboard can enjoy the fully-certified helipad, IMAX cinema and outdoor sports areas for soccer,...

Built by Lürssen in 2014, she is equipped with seven staterooms to accommodate up to 12 guests, as well as room for a crew of 28. In addition to her two helicopter pads, Kismet boasts a swimming pool and jacuzzi, as well as a private observation platform complete with an outdoor bed for stargazing.

Cavalli can enjoy his main-deck owner's suite located behind the pilothouse as the new owner is keen to drive the yacht himself. The central skylight and four large windows allow for constant sea-view and plenty of natural light throughout the yacht. The main-deck was also designed with four slope steps to allow for the beach area and the main lounge appear to be one co...

In November 2011 she came on the market with IYC and after nearly 1.5 years on the market she was sold by KK Superyachts and renamed Auspicious. Under her new ownership, she underwent a major refit with a new interior designed by Harrison Eidsgaard. Soon after, she was listed for sale again and sold to her current owner in July 2014. Here Auspicious is pictured in Capri.

The pocket-superyacht can carry up to eight guests across four guest cabins, all located on the lower deck, with a full beam master suite located aft, near the engine room. A VIP up forward, and a double and twin make up the remaining guest sleeping areas. Those onboard can also enjoy a spacious dining area on the aft deck, and a U-shaped lounge on the flybridge. The aft...

On board, she would accommodate 12 guests across six staterooms, with a crew of nine also housed on board and a separate captain’s cabin on the wheelhouse deck. Her accommodation would include a generous full-beam main deck master suite with adjoining private convertible office and cinema and his/hers bathrooms complete with showers and a corner tub. Thanks to her large...

The new facility, Plant D, was designed to build the largest boats in the Scout fleet — the the 420 LXF, the new 530 and the future model that will be between 42 and 53 feet. But perhaps the most unique thing about the facility is that it’s designed to involve customers in the build process, showing them every single option at a venue where they can touch and see them in...

According to a statement from Incat, Libby L. McCall advances the traditional offshore support vessel model and offers a more cost efficient, comfortable, flexible, and safe option to helicopter transportation. The vessel’s passenger lounge features spacious reclining seating in privacy pods (similar to first class airlines) along with full internet connectivity, a well-...

The 112ft by 44ft tug has a 22ft draft, was built for escort, ocean towing and ship assist, and has firefighting capabilities if needed. The tug features a raised pilot house and a squared forward end. The large, flat bow allows the tug to come up flat against the transom of ocean-going ships in the Columbia River. The tug is equipped with two wire winches forward, an...

The ferry reached the Port of Barcelona last Sunday from Venice where the shipyard Cantiere Navale Visentini, where it was built, is located. Baleària says that, in addition to being LNG fueled, Hypatia de Alejandría is also the company’s first smart ship. Innovations include the digitization of all signage, access to cabins without having stop at reception (with the ...

The new vessel will be built at China Merchants Heavy Industry's Haimen, Nantong, shipyard for delivery in fourth quarter 2020. The order is for a single vessel, with options for three more. The Alfa Lift is a heavy installation crane vessel design with semi-submersible heavy transportation capabilities. The vessel is designed to install all types of bottom fixed offs...

At the same time, the firm was also keen to design for Ophardt’s automated production systems that employ high-precision robotic welding. For an in-depth look, see Robotopia: Aluminum Boatbuilding With Welding Robots. The collaborators’ aim was an aluminum hull with tolerances similar or even superior to those of a glass-reinforced plastic (GRP) hull. Design Challeng...

Sunseeker and MTU have announced a collaboration that will see Sunseeker’s first production hybrid launch next year. There are no details at this point as to what the boat will look like but judging by the rendering (above) the new model will slot into the Poole yard’s Yacht range. The news comes as Sunseeker teases its Project 8X concept, which will be revealed at...

Testing the new Raymarine Ray90 makes me reconsider that recommendation. The 90 is a compelling VHF regardless of your brand of MFD, plus I discovered an intereresting Bluetooth feature. The $950 list price Ray90 and its $1,050 Ray91 sibling are identical except for the addition of an AIS receiver to the Ray91. Both are black box DSC VHF radios, meaning the only port...

The contracts are for a total of 13 systems for ships being built at shipyards in China. The orders cover installations in a RoRo ferry, two RoPax vessels, six tankers and four container vessels. In addition to the demand for newbuild vessel installations, shipowners are also increasingly requesting quotations for their existing ships. For a vessel to be compliant ...

To date, ST Engineering has delivered RSS Independence, RSS Sovereignty, RSS Unity, RSS Justice, RSS Indomitable and LMV Fortitude. ST Engineering was awarded the eight ship contract in 2013. The fleet of eight LMVs will replace the Fearless-Class Patrol Vessels, also designed and built by the Group in the 1990s. The LMVs measure 80 m in length, with a beam of 12 m...

Originally built for an American owner, she was one of the largest yachts in the world at the time of her launch. Following her first sale in 2002, she was lengthened by 4.9 metres and British studio Bannenberg & Rowell Design redesigned parts of her interior. Le Grand Bleu underwent a major refit in 2016 in Hamburg, including cosmetic upgrades to her exterior. Thanks to...

Jo Bird claims that the modern design of the injection moulded cabinet means the SOS300 provides better functionality, UV resistance, weather sealing, longevity and aesthetics. Life time costs are lower because the cabinet is made from corrosion resistant material, including all components, giving improved product life span. Excellent weather protection is also provided ...

The project was devised by the CRN Technical Office in collaboration with the Italian architecture and design studio headed up by Andrea Vallicelli and Alessandro Nazareth. With a five-deck design, the 70-metre concept features a wide array of outdoor areas, generous deck spaces, comfortable interior areas and has been designed with an owner in mind who enjoys both t...

Following the passing of innovative founder Bodo Buschmann last year, Bodo’s son, Constantin Buschmann, took the reigns of the Brabus legacy and is taking the lead in introducing Brabus to the world of yachting. A family long connected with the yacht life and with their current vessel newly listed for sale with Fraser, SYT met with Constantin a year into his role as CEO ...

Launched by the Italian yard in 2016, she features both interior and exterior design by Francesco Paszowski and is the second yacht in Sanlorenzo's 460EXP range, alongside the military-green Moka, Ocean's Four which was delivered in 2017 and the most recently delivered, Globas. The yacht is constructed with a steel hull measuring 9.2 metres across to offer improved comfo...

As the largest high-performance ketch in the world and created as a joint project by Dutch shipyards Oceanco and Vitters, Aquijo boasts 5,000 square-metres of sails and a volume of 1,538GT. Created with outdoor views in mind, Aquijo boasts large windows and open views that soften the distinction between its sophisticated interior and exterior surroundings. Up to 12 g...