Hakvoort has unveiled a new range of superyachts, the 55 meter semi custom range, designed by Clifford Den. The yacht features an adjustable MTU engine package. The clever design shows an very efficient fuel consumption 15 % lower than other displacement hull designs. For speeds over 17 knots the hull needs to be build out of alumium. Read More
Superyacht Design firm Newcruise announced earlier this week that the company will be under sole management of the general manager Roland Krueger. Frank Neubelt, long-time Co-CEO and partner, has resigned from his position as CEO. Newcruise assures us that the comprehensive services of exterior- and interior design services for megayachts will be unaffected by Frank's departure. Read More
The body of work that is currently being showcased at Frasers represents a brief overview of the capabilities of Claydon Reeves. From 110m to 15m the design firm is able to undertake both interior and exterior design of a unique and bold nature. Centrepiece at the Fraser London office is the dramatic 15 metre Aeroboat that has prime position. Read More
Italian shipyard Codecasa are currently building the first yacht in the new open motoryachts series Codecasa 50s, as well as the second hull of the successful Codecasa 42 Vintage series. Both will be ready for Summer 2013. In the meantime, the technical office at Codecasa is working hard on the designs of several new 72 metre projects. Read More
Emre Yildirim of Turkish design firm Nod Design has send us renderings of two fo their latest projects, Gardina and Horhor. Gardina is a 96 metre superyacht with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure. The yacht is designed to offer accommodation for up to 14 guests, in a large upper deck owner’s cabin, and 6 guest cabins. Read More
Fresh from joining the sea trials of the newly launched Essence 33, designer Andre Hoek is highly enthusiastic about this spectacular Dutch daysailer. “She is built to an incredibly high standard in every respect - few if any day sailors have ever been made to this quality level while also offering such an exceptional performance.” Read More
A new corporate image for the Palma de Mallorca based yacht interior and exterior soft furnishings refit company has been unveiled. Superyacht Interiors Mallorca is the new name of Mel Interiors, led by Gabrielle Watts. After many years of working in the yachting industry, Gabrielle looks forward to driving the Mel Interiors to new levels of success. Read More
The owner of the Alizul Finance Corporation Ltd. had been looking into the possibility to build an exploration yacht for a long period of time. From 2008 to 2010 several efforts were made to contract the construction of the owner’s vision of an ideal explorer yacht. However, those attempts did not lead to an actual signed contract. Read More
René van der Velden Yacht Design has unveiled this snug, boldly handsome all-weather cruiser, ideal for today’s economy-minded families. She was conceived to assure fun, pleasure, and low building and running costs. She is based on a less-costly steel hull, with each living space made as versatile as possible. Read More
Rupert Marines latest design is an 80-foot luxury motor yacht intended for owners of super yachts and other demanding customers and designed in cooperation with world-renowned naval architects and designers, the exterior bears the signature of Ted Mannerfelt. This 80-foot yacht is the first in series of Rupert Yachts now in development. Read More
Baris Yurek of Baris Yurek Naval Architecture and Yacht Design has send us some interesting renderings of a vessel that wasn't designed to be a superyacht, but that could easily become a luxury yacht. Project Istanbul was designed for a Turkish Tourism Company to be a VIP Tour Boat for short cruises on the Bosphorus. Read More
Saturday 14th April 2012 marked the launch of one of Redman Whiteley Dixon’s (RWD), most significant projects to date, Hampshire II, a 78.5m motor yacht. Masterfully built by Feadship, with interior and exterior design by the Hampshire-based design studio and project managed by the team at Edmiston. Read More
Steve Reoch at All Ocean Yachts has send us a Sergio Cutolo conversion proposal of Proteus, the 53.3m/175’ ABS Research Vessel that is currently for sale for $3,850,000. Built at Rysco Shipyard in Florida in 1977 as an offshore supply vessel, she is a sistership to Perfect Life (ex: French Look). She was converted in 2005. Read More
Construction is well underway for the second Codecasa 42 metre Vintage superyacht at from the Viareggio based shipyard. The latest addition to this vintage series has her naval architecture and the exterior design done by the in-house team of Codecasa and features an interior by Della Role Design. Read More
With potential Superyacht clients being reluctant to commission new yachts, the refit and refurbishing aspect of the Superyacht business will grow over the next couple of years. At Ron Holland Design they are already involved in a number of major refit design projects, such as the world’s largest sailing sloop, M5. Read More
Jongert has unveiled the designs for the new Jongert 42MY. The yard often works together with leading designers in the industry. German Frers designed the new line of modern sailing yachts, while Guido de Groot, a well-respected designer for the motoryacht line, helped fill the gap between the 39-metre Lucia M and the 50-metre 500LE. Read More
Inspired by the shape of the Opera House in Sidney, superyacht concept Pendendo, designed by Docq Concepts, measures 95 metres. Pendendo is designed to accommodate 20 guests divided over 5 decks. Four guest cabins and four VIP cabins are located on the Lower deck, with the principal stateroom forward on the main deck. Read More
Lagoon Custom, an initiative launched by CNB in April 2011, brings together cruising catamaran specialists Lagoon and the expertise of superyacht specialist CNB. The initiative has led to some superb custom catamaran projects, with world-famous naval architects, such as VPLP, Berret-Racoupeau, Bill Dixon and Philippe Briand. Read More
Today, at our stand at the Hainan Rendez-Vous, we had the chance to meet up with our friends at Diana Yacht Design, who gave us a sneak preview of an exciting new project, specifically targeted at the Asian market. A key design element on the yacht, is the total separation between guests and crew, a feature normally seen on much larger yachts. Read More
Icon Yachts and Erdevicki, Inc. of Vancouver, Canada have teamed up to complete the concept analysis and estimation to offer a complete design and build package for the ER175 to the highest level of quality and specification. The interior design and decor is left intentionally open to be influenced by the prospective client. Read More
Sometimes superyachts disappear off our radar for a while, only to re-emerge, looking fresh after an extensive refit. Such is the case with superyacht Searaz. She was originally launched as Alcor in 1986 in Holland. When she was sold to a new owner, superyacht designer Joachim Kinder redesigned her lines. Read More
Italian based Gamma Yachts launches it's latest model at the Hainan Rendez Vous April 5th-8th. The Gamma 24 Mediterranean is the bigger sister of the trendsetting Gamma 20. All Gamma's are designed and engineered by Dutch Naval Architect Vripack. Guido Bonandrini of Gamma Yachts is thrilled with this new semi-custom yacht. Read More
ProShip, the Italian design and engineering company for luxury motor yachts, has unveiled the “DP 88’”, a new vessel, specifically ideated and designed for international market. The vision of the designer, Antonio Luxardo, a co-founder of PROship, has been to mix together stability and space with an eco-friendly attitude. Read More
Bilgin Yachts has unveiled a new Tony Castro designed superyacht project. The 52 metre Voyager is an expedition style superyacht, designed to carry 12 guests in 6 large cabins. There are four guest cabins on the lower deck, a VIP cabin on the main deck, and an owner's suite on the forward upper deck. Her aft deck will feature an infinity swimming pool. Read More
Dutch yacht company Ghost Yachts is currently completing the final details of its first sailing yacht, a 130ft sailing sloop named G130SS. Like the company's motoryachts the sailing yacht is designed to push the boundaries of performance and style. The G130SS is specifically created as a High Performance sailing yacht. Read More
Seaton Yachts from Newport, RI, USA has announced plans to develop and market with Burger Boat Company the Seaton Expedition Eighty-Three. Seaton has chosen Burger to build the Seaton Expedition Eighty-Three to ICE CLASS 1D standards at Burger’s shipyard in Manitowoc, WI, USA. The yacht is designed for unlimited ocean serviceRead More
Alex G Clarke of Denison Yacht Sales, has announced that his exclusive listing on the 72.5m Columbus Global Explorer offered at € 50,000,000 now has an Interactive General Arrangement which has been developed by interior designer Claudio Cicconetti. The interactive GA lets you highlight specific areas of the yacht's floor plan. Read More
Last month, the Italian shipyard ISA Yachts announced they had signed three new contracts between mid-2011 and early 2011. Today they have announced a fourth order, this time for a 43 metre Granturismo (GT). Two of these four orders are for repeat clients. Designed by Andrea Vallicelli, she is a full displacement superyacht. Read More
The recently launched Aslec 4 is the fourth yacht that Tommaso Spadolini has designed for a good friend, who previousle owned 19, 24 and 32 metre yachts, designed by Spadolini. The 45 metre Aslec 4 is the families first steel displacement yacht. In April 2009, Spadolini made these first sketches, which evolved into Aslec 4. Read More
Pieter van Geest of Van Geest Yacht Design has send us this design for a 60 metre middle Eastern inspired sailing dhow. The initial design was made some time ago, Pieter tells us, but the project never really took off. Pieter explains; “We do like the design and thought it a shame to be buried in the drawer somewhere". Read More
Following on from the significant interest generated from the success of the Nazenin V, the 52 metre sailing ketch built at RMK Marine and designed by Sparkman & Stephens, further developments of the design have been announced by the yard. RMK Marine is now working on a 56 metre design based on the 52 metre. Read More
Gulf Craft Inc., the largest manufacturer of luxury yachts in the Middle East, yesterday premiered a brand new superyacht concept from its Majesty Yachts range – the Majesty 105 – on day one of the Dubai International Boat Show 2012. The premiere follows the UAE-based shipyard’s recent showcase of its largest ever hull construction. Read More
Under the management of Yacht Marine Ltd, with naval architecture and design by Ginton Naval Architects and interior design of Guido de Groot Design, the construction of this 40 metre sloop has commenced at the Turkish yard Mengi Yay in Tuzla. The hull is nearly completed and the aluminium superstructure is well underway. Read More
Sabdes Designs' 30m Explorer yacht seeks out a zen like philosophy in being a luxury explorer 'go-anywhere, anytime' motoryacht that brings together only essential elements to achieve its purpose. Sabdes has recently teamed up with CMC Yachts who have begun marketing the design as the CMC Yachts 30m Explorer. Read More
Laurent Giles Superyacht Architects (LGSA) launched their new website, www.laurentgiles.co.uk. The site features their new corporate image, details of their services and explains their approach to each individual project. LGSA can provide services from initial concept development, full naval architecture through to in build support. Read More
Simon Turner, from Northrop and Johnson’s Singapore office today announced a new Central Agency agreement with Ruea Yachts, the New Construction Division of Yacht Solutions in Thailand, builders of European designed custom superyachts. Ruea Yachts has initially launched two designs, a 60 metre and a 75 metre yacht. Read More
Last week's moving of Benetti Sail Division's BSD98 Logica to another shed, offered us the first glimpse of the first superyacht of the new Logica range. The luxury motor yacht is due for delivery in early 2013. Today, we receive the first interior renderings. The lines of the BSD 98 Logica have been designed by Luca Brenta Yacht Design. Read More
British design student Daniel Humphreys, from Plymouth University has won the internationally recognised Abitare La Barca Concept Award design competition. Representing the UK, Daniel is the first British design student to have won this prestigious industry award. The Abitare La Barca Award, was hosted at the sea technology and design event. Read More
Vismara has unveiled a new and exciting project, that is being developed in close colaboration with a client. The M90 is designed for a combination of maximum performance to allow for fast trips, good stability for more comfort, and the range of a displacement explorer vessel. The yacht will peek at around 35 knots for quick trips. Read More
The latest Sabdes designs are purposeful 18 and 24 metre semi-custom Explorer Motoryachts produced for Bering Yachts of the USA. They have serious capabilities and are inherently economic with either conventional or hybrid propulsion. The designs are the third and fourth collaboration projects in the series of 15-24 metre Bering Yachts. Read More
Arista Marine, a New Zealand based company that has its operational base in Croatia, has unveiled plans for the Phantom support vessel. The Phantom has taken the role of the SSV or shadow vessel, and given it a contemporary twist. With its 210 m.sq of deck storage area the phantom has the carrying capacity of a much larger vessel. Read More
Van Oossanen Naval Architects celebrated its 20th anniversary on 26th January, with some 100 guests attending, in an "open house" type setting. In a speech by Peter van Oossanen, the founder of the company, he explained that in addition to the 20th birthday of the company there are a number of other reasons for the celibration. Read More
Christopher Seymour Designs starts 2012 with his latest concept, this time with more of a conservative approach in the form of a 58m yacht. Known as Project 58, she was designed to be a conservative European-style motor yacht with modern design features and timber detailing. Extra attention has been spent on the hydrodynamics on the hull. Read More
CMN has unveiled more details about the futuristic look of Project One, which was first presented in preview at the 2011 Abu Dhabi Yacht Show. Created by CMN in-house design team, the new concept boasts an interior space normally found on much larger yachts. The impressive vertical bow ending on the long foredeck creates a slender profile. Read More
Yacht Designer Aras Kazar has shared his latest concept with SuperYachtTimes.com. The 42 metre superyacht is inspired by a unique species the “Piscis Volans”, also known as flying fish. Motor yacht Blue Peace will be built out of a combination of three materials; aluminium and wood for the hull. Read More
Philippe Briand has unveiled details on two superyacht designs, a 170’ sloop and a 174' ketch. There were three main criteria that oriented the design of both projects. The yachts were to be elegant, welcoming and well performing. The real beauty of the hull shape comes from its balance and specifically from the length of the foredecks. Read More
Florence based design studio Key Frame Studio has send us information on their latest project, the Gran Marlin 46, a modern day superyacht with the classic sport lines of sport fisherman. She features a large open area on the bow, dedicated to guests, two large aft decks, and a sizeable sundeck. Read More
Drettmann Yachts has unveiled two new superyacht concepts, Motor Yachts (DMY) and Explorers (DEY). The DMY line consists of 4 models, the DMY20, DMY27, DMY32 and the largest the DMY37, with all the digits referring to the length of the model. The Explorer range consists of the DEY27, DEY32, DEY37, DEY45. Read More
The NPe75 brings together elements of yacht design and aviation together in one seamless package with all the safety aspects required to land and store an helicopter aboard of super yachts. Despite the presence of the high hangar, Gian Paolo Nari succeeded in creating a great looking 75 metre vessel. Read More
Sydney based C.Way Pty Ltd has released details of two exciting but very different projects: an 8 metre superyacht tender and a 47 metre motor yacht. C.Way was set up to build luxurious custom and semi-custom boats in a streamlined and rational way, so that costs can be contained without compromising on quality. Read More
Last Month saw the official unveiling of a new window display in the Fraser Yachts Mayfair office, the event served as the perfect festive opportunity for networking with clients and industry peers. Fraser Yachts offered their London office as a gallery to Eidsgaard Design to exhibit their yacht and aircraft design skills. Read More
Axel Douqué of Ocean Independence has announced his appointment for the sale of a 75 metre Rossi Navi new build construction project designed by Enrico Gobbi of T4Design. Based on the 74 metre Rossinavi by T4Design this 75 metre project has been further developed with an improved layout on all levels, including three main deck side balconies. Read More
Greek designer Ira Petromanolaki has send us his latest concept, superyacht i41. SuperYachtTimes.com spoke with Ira, who explains the concept; "The intention was to create a contemporary design that combines luxury and innovation". The yacht features large glass surfaces, which provide great views. Read More
Proteksan Turquoise's talented in-house designer Selahattin Üldas, has designed two interesting superyacht concepts, the Pro 620 Golden and Pro 750 Golden. When the design process of the Pro 750 Golden was finalised it was remarked that the design features and detail took on the feel of fine jewellery, hence the name 'golden'. Read More
P.B. Behage has send us his new designs for a 33.33 metre superyacht concept, designed for worldwide exploration. The yacht's hull features a flared fan bow section and a reversed transom, creating a refreshing silhouette. Accommodation is for 6 guests. Read More
The launch of the new 28 Metre Yacht and Predator 53 by Sunseeker at the 2012 London Boat Show marks the latest chapter in the partnership between motoryacht builder Sunseeker and the leading interior design and styling studio Design Unlimited. Design Unlimited has been responsible for the interior design of 15 Sunseeker models. Read More
Yachting Ideas recently send us the designs of the Pelican 80, an 80 feet planning motor yacht designed to be built in composite, with sporty lines and an attractive design. The yacht features a nearly vertical bow, and a deep V hull, that allows it to tackle even rough seas. Inside, we find a large main saloon, with plenty of large windows. Read More
AkzoNobel’s Awlgrip business has announced an innovative competition aimed at superyacht interior designers of the future. Awlgrip has long been associated with painting the exteriors of superyachts. Now, following the decision to introduce a range of interior coating products, Awlgrip is challenging interior designers of the future. Read More
Moonen Shipyards in the Netherlands is making excellent progress with the construction of a long distance explorer-type yacht. The all-new Vripack designed Moonen 100 is a robust exhibition-style vessel that also benefits from exceptionality smooth lines. She combines major fuel efficiencies with comprehensive live aboard facilities. Read More
The Burger Boat Company, a venerable shipyard for over 130 years, has teamed up with Dutch design studio Vripack to create a modern but still classic motor yacht, named 85’ Burger. Vripack carefully studied the signature of Burger Boat Company and combines it with the very latest innovations in techniques. Read More
Egg and Dart, the German yacht design firm, has recently teamed up with the ISA yard in Ancona, to market the 58 metre Ranger project, developed for clients who are keen on independent, worldwide exploring. An observation deck and whale watching stations are just two examples of what the Ranger 58 has on offer. Read More
Sigmund Yacht Design aims to push the envelope of design in every way. The studio has already designed and displayed a number of advanced motor yachts and have now added a 60 metre sailing yacht within a motor range. Designed to be a modern classic, Vestar's lines and styling are an indulgence in classical elegance. Read More
The Research Vessel (RV) Pegaso just made her debut in Monaco and gave the world a glimpse into her Global Mission for Marine Conservation. Her oceanographic capabilities are impressive: 5-person Diver Lockout submarine, Ice Class notation, 10,000 nautical miles at 12 knots, wet/dry laboratory, and separate scientist quarters. Read More
