Racing begins on Tuesday in Valencia Louis Vuitton Act 13, the final opening act of the 32nd America’s Cup. This marks the start of the decisive season of racing in the first America’s Cup to be held in Europe. The season began on Sunday with the entire fleet participating in ‘unveiling day’ – each of the teams dropping protective skirts from around their hulls and keels. The public was invited to see the boats and over 53 000 turned out to enjoy the unique opportunity. On Monday, skippers of the 12 teams participated in an opening press conference. Tomorrow, Tuesday, the first warning signal for racing is scheduled for 14:05.Valencia Louis Vuitton Act 13 is a fleet racing regatta, with seven races over four days scheduled. It marks the final time the Defender, Alinghi, will race against the group of challengers. When Alinghi next races, it will be in the America’s Cup Match beginning on June 23rd against the best challenger to emerge from the Louis Vuitton Cup. <div>In Act 13, and throughout this ultimate season of racing in the 32nd America’s Cup, the competition on the water is expected to be closer than ever before, with 11 challengers and one defender all competing at the top level. </div><div>“The standard and level of the challengers and the design and sailing on the water is at a very high standard,” says BMW ORACLE Racing skipper Chris Dickson, reflecting on the challenge ahead. </div><div>A final opportunity Valencia Louis Vuitton Act 13 holds great importance for each of the teams. For the challengers, it marks a final opportunity to improve their standing on the Louis Vuitton Ranking, which distributes bonus points ahead of the Louis Vuitton Cup. The leading challenger earns an extra bonus point (four points) over the next three (three points). Challengers ranked fifth through seventh earn two points. The remaining teams pick up a single point. </div><div>That single point could mean the difference between advancing to the Semi Finals of the Louis Vuitton Cup and being eliminated from further competition come May 7th, so it is clear the challengers are motivated to perform. </div><div>“We’re currently in the one-point group and we’d really like to be in the two-point group after this regatta,” explains Shosholoza skipper Mark Sadler. But the teams he’s chasing are determined to hold on to what they have. </div><div>“For sure we are going to give 100%. We will try to hold on in the two-point group. It’s our main goal,” countered Areva Challenge skipper Sébastien Col. </div><div>At the opening press conference on Monday, two significant crew announcements were made by some of the top teams. Leading challenger on the Louis Vuitton Ranking, Emirates Team New Zealand, said that skipper Dean Barker would step off the boat for the fleet racing, with accomplished understudy Ben Ainslie taking the helm. </div><div>And the Defender, Alinghi, revealed its helmsman for Act 13. “Ed Baird is going to steer the boat,” announced skipper Brad Butterworth. “But we might give Peter Holmberg a shot later in the regatta. We still haven’t decided who’s going to do the Cup so we’re just trying to give the guys as many races to do as possible.” </div> The forecast is light sailing conditions with light 5 to 8 knot Westerly winds backing to the Southwest over the course of the afternoon.The Regatta Director announced the registered race yachts for Valencia Louis Vuitton Act 13. Of the teams who have built two new boats, Luna Rossa Challenge, Mascalzone Latino-Capitalia and Desafio Espanol have elected to race their newest boat.<table> <tbody> <tr> <td width="250">Alinghi </td> <td>SUI 91 </td> </tr> <tr> <td>BMW ORACLE Racing </td> <td>USA 87 </td> </tr> <tr> <td>+39 Challenge </td> <td>ITA 85 </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Team Shosholoza </td> <td>RSA 83 </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Emirates Team New Zealand </td> <td>NZL 84 </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Luna Rossa Challenge </td> <td>ITA 94 </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Areva Challenge </td> <td>FRA 93 </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Victory Challenge </td> <td>SWE 96 </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Desafío Español 2007 </td> <td>ESP 97 </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Mascalzone Latino - Capitalia Team </td> <td>ITA 99 </td> </tr> <tr> <td>United Internet Team Germany </td> <td>GER 89 </td> </tr> <tr> <td>China Team </td> <td>CHN 95</td> </tr> </tbody>
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Ready to race - Valencia Louis Vuitton Act 13 opens the 2007 season

Last month <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a>, in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7672" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bolidt (Company)">Bolidt</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2330" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Esthec (Company)">Esthec</a>, hosted the annual Yacht Design Getaway in Rotterdam. The event welcomed around 20 international designers and extended an invitation to <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SuperYacht Times</a> for an inspirational, educational, and enjoyable program. Notable designers in attendance included <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>’s in-house designer Jim Sluijter and exterior designer Mario Biferali who previously worked at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4478" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cassetta Yacht Designers (Company)">Cassetta Yacht Designers</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312903/image/large-89a4983af1a8f29f9b59dbd6131fe88e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312903">The day began with a fast and scenic water transfer to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a>, where we toured the 111-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> superyacht Y722, currently in-build, and engaged in discussions about design challenges with the project team. This was followed by a bicycle ride to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7672" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bolidt (Company)">Bolidt</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2330" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Esthec (Company)">Esthec</a> facilities, where we received a comprehensive tour and learned about the companies' contributions to yacht construction, particularly in terms of materials and synthetic modifications.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312900/image/large-dcedaee3d8a1c5806bb7568d55b2b4ae.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312900">An insightful interview was conducted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a>'s Sales Manager, Wim Verhoeff, with designer Jim Sluijter, shedding light on the challenges faced by young designers in the industry and the prevailing themes that influence contemporary yacht design.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312902/image/large-e96e61af78c409151807003d885a1bf4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312902">The day's highlight was the design challenge, themed 'Reimagining the Classics.' <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7672" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bolidt (Company)">Bolidt</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2330" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Esthec (Company)">Esthec</a> aim to bring together the new generation of designers with the yard and suppliers to refit existing vessels into the new generation superyachts. As such, the challenge was based on the premise that yachts and vessels do not need to reach an end-of-life stage; with innovative design and construction, they can continue to be operational, as exemplified by the redesign of the 105-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/300" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="H3105.0m (344'6&quot;)Oceanco2000">H3</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312898/image/large-cb56dbe703e7d79428aab9700c17ace8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312898">Commenting on the event, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> Sales Director Wim Verhoeff stated: “The Yacht Design Getaway gathers a community of designers at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7672" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bolidt (Company)">Bolidt</a>. This event offers a unique opportunity for attendees to mingle, share stories, and collaborate. Our goal is to inspire the designers with our current projects and to draw inspiration from them, influencing future generations of yachts.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312905/image/large-4f11c447cceae288279b7e313f5ba602.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312905">The best designs will be featured at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> stand during this year’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2024">Monaco Yacht Show</a>. Accompanied by inspiring speakers and a knowledgeable jury, the program proved to be both fun and energising.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312906/image/large-79b80098804036f7cb30507e6e641b03.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312906">The evening continued with dinner and drinks, providing an excellent opportunity for attendees to network and exchange design philosophies.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312907/image/large-843d8b18315e5bc21d4b857c729d6ea2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312907">As per tradition, the getaway culminated with a celebratory boat trip on the waters of Amsterdam for King's Day. <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SuperYacht Times</a> was proud to attend the event and to learn more about <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a>’s plans for the future of superyacht design.

2024 Oceanco yacht design getaway

Oceanco, in collaboration with Bolidt and Esthec, hosted the annual Yacht Design Getaway in Rotterdam.

Oceanco, Bolidt & Esthec’s 2024 Yacht Design Getaway

The inaugural World Boating Day came to a close this weekend with over 50 events hosted across the globe. Organised by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6042" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Life Foundation (Company)">The Superyacht Life Foundation</a>, the events took place on 25 and 26 May, with both physical and virtual activities to get involved with. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312857/image/large-073457e50388ca936c853532d71cbfef.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312857">The non-profit day aimed to share positive stories about yachting to support and grow the industry and make it more accessible to participants and visitors alike. In Australia, 22 events took place, with some centred around the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show - 2024">Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show</a>.&nbsp;Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/60529" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="World Boating Day 2024: Find an event near you! (2024-05-23 10:30:00 +0200)">World Boating Day 2024: Find an event near you!</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312853/image/large-9db7c8f794efa96bda588e947ef71fe5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312853">“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1399" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riviera (Company)">Riviera</a> was proud to open our gates on Saturday 25 May as part of the World Boating Day celebrations,” explained Stephen Milne, Marketing Director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1399" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riviera (Company)">Riviera</a> Australia. “Visitors had the unique opportunity to see and learn about the full-build process of a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1399" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riviera (Company)">Riviera</a> luxury motor yacht.”Riviera was not the only shipyard to open their doors to visitors, as across the pond in Italy, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> hosted a tour of the shipyard, with activities for those of all ages. “We are very pleased to have participated in the first edition of World Boating Day, especially given the enthusiasm shown by the public from the very beginning,” commented Massimo Casoni, General Manager of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>.&nbsp;“This event provided a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our strong relationship with the local community and share our passion for yachting with a broader audience, eager to discover our world. In just one day, our <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> headquarter in Livorno welcomed more than 1,500 visitors, both adults and children, entertaining them with several activities.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312858/image/large-6855a046fc92477e05a1d01973aa9bac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312858">Turkey-based <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin Yachts</a> also provided an opportunity to visit its shipyard, with a tour aimed at university students. The tour gave them the opportunity to gain insights into their cutting-edge projects and witness the shipyard’s meticulous attention to detail.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312859/image/large-3d2001a9f0310813d8ea668c5172ca44.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312859">“We were pleased to host a technical tour of our shipyard for students from Istanbul Technical University,” remarked Tugba Sengun, Marketing Director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin Yachts</a>. “Engaging with these future industry professionals was incredibly rewarding. As a company, we deeply value the contributions of the younger generation to the future of yachting.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312854/image/large-097575f11e9b930dbda77eb6ea372a1c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312854">In the Netherlands, yacht builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> offered visitors the opportunity to design their own superyacht in a workshop with professionals. “With the very first World Boating Day, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> aimed to showcase the craftsmanship, innovation, and dedication behind the superyacht industry,” added Farouk Nefzi, Head of Marketing at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312856/image/large-652013f60e267a0a53db1e30b11e8bdf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312856">“It’s not just about building yachts; it’s about creating added value for owners, fostering employment, and preserving maritime production capabilities in the Netherlands. We’re celebrating the beauty of enjoyment on the water and highlighting the hard work and knowledge that makes it possible.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312855/image/large-3ba879f311fee78b138c430e842ad6f1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312855">All of the events were well-received across the world, with those involved singing the praises of the involved companies and businesses. “As a young aspiring yacht designer, it’s amazing to get a glimpse into the inner workings of a major design studio like <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> De Voogt; you get a peek into your dream world, seeing where you’d love to be in the future,” added Jens J. de Klerk, a 19-year-old participant at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> Design Masterclass.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6042" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Life Foundation (Company)"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312852/image/large-bb0b0dea49ddf8cae9b330b1773236ef.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312852">The Superyacht Life Foundation</a> is already looking ahead to future celebrations, with plans underway to expand the scope and reach of World Boating Day 2025.&nbsp;If you would like to host your own event in 2025, you can get <a href="https://worldboatingday.com/contact/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">contact with World Boating Day here</a>.

Inaugural World Boating Day 2024 draws to a close

The inaugural World Boating Day came to a close this weekend with over 50 events hosted across the globe.

Inaugural World Boating Day draws to a close with over 50 events hosted worldwide

With the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/247" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Cup Palma">SuperYacht Cup Palma 2024</a> kicking off from 19-22 June, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4509" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYacht Times (Company)">SuperYacht Times</a> helps you get up to speed by taking a closer look at the yachts in the running at this year’s highly anticipated regatta, which will be set in Palma de Mallorca.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/78570/image/large-d894b9c33df35f4d8295add4d5f06499.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/78570"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5761" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Svea43.6m (143'1&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2017">Svea</a>&nbsp;| <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a> | 43.6-metres | 2017&nbsp;This J Class yacht was delivered in 2017, and features an exterior design and naval architecture both penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/33" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hoek Design Naval Architects B.V. (Company)">Hoek Design Naval Architects</a>, as well as interiors courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/45" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pieter Beeldsnijder Design (Company)">Pieter Beeldsnijder Design</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2452" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="deVosdeVries design (Company)">deVosdeVries</a> design. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5761" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Svea43.6m (143'1&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2017">Svea</a> is composed of an aluminium hull and superstructure. Regarding her performance, she is powered by a single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1470" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Scania (Company)">Scania</a> engine.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291345/image/large-d14fcd4b61015538308cadcadb843abf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291345"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10970" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maximus59.0m (193'7&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2023">Maximus</a>&nbsp;| <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a> | 59-metres | 2023Delivered by the Netherlands-based builder in 2023, this performance cruiser features an exterior design and naval architecture both imagined by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/171" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Frers (Company)">German Frers</a>, and will be taking part in this sailing regatta. With a volume of 395 GT, a draft of 8.26-metres, and a beam of 10.17-metres, the sailing yacht is the second largest yacht delivered by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a> to date.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/121228/image/large-0f3e25bce54a807bc335cdb8fd31b463.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/121228"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rainbow40.0m (131'3&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2012">Rainbow</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw (Company)">Holland Jachtbouw</a>&nbsp;| 40-metres | 2012Delivered in 2012 by the Netherlands-based <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw (Company)">Holland Jachtbouw</a>, the J Class yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rainbow40.0m (131'3&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2012">Rainbow</a> is powered by a single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1470" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Scania (Company)">Scania</a> engine, and can reach a top speed of 11 knots alongside a cruising speed of 9 knots. Moreover, she is composed of an aluminium hull and a wood superstructure. The superyacht is making an appearance in this year’s regatta with her new years after taking a several-year hiatus.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/27163/image/large-aaf198a4a30ca849a4eaeb836d9d5a68.JPG" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/27163"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/251" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Velsheda39.4m (129'3&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1933">Velsheda</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/192" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons Shipyard</a>&nbsp;| 39.4-metres | 1933&nbsp;As a J Class yacht delivered in 1933, this historical vessel returns to the regatta following her narrow class victory of last year. Furthermore, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/251" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Velsheda39.4m (129'3&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1933">Velsheda</a> exhibits an exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/229" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Charles E. Nicholson (Company)">Charles E. Nicholson</a>, along with interiors from the drawing boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/31" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="John Munford Design (Company)">John Munford Design</a>. Her naval architecture is the product of a collaboration between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/229" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Charles E. Nicholson (Company)">Charles E. Nicholson</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/230" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dykstra Naval Architects (Company)">Dykstra Naval Architects</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/68864/image/large-d01918c154c9386a1eba29b93edea26b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/68864"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6729" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vijonara39.4m (129'3&quot;)Pendennis Shipyard Ltd2018">Vijonara</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pendennis Shipyard Ltd (Company)">Pendennis</a>&nbsp;| 39.4-metres | 2018 &nbsp;Making her <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/247" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Cup Palma">Superyacht Cup</a> debut is the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pendennis Shipyard Ltd (Company)">Pendennis</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6729" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vijonara39.4m (129'3&quot;)Pendennis Shipyard Ltd2018">Vijonara</a>, which was delivered by her UK-based shipyard in 2018 as part of the Hoek Truly Classic 128 yacht series. As many as six guests can be accommodated onboard the vessel, thanks to her sumptuous three stateroom layout, while additional accommodation is also available for up to three crew members.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/54605/image/large-5a3891bfdf50cde74bfc1f512a92cf91.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/54605"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cervo39.0m (127'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2009">Cervo</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a>&nbsp;| 39-metres | 2009&nbsp;Previously named G2, the 39-metre sloop <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cervo39.0m (127'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2009">Cervo</a> is capable of hosting as many as eight guests across her four stateroom layout. The sailing yacht, which has a GRP hull and superstructure, is powered by a single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engine. Additionally, her interiors were conceived by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/41" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Donald Starkey Designs (Company)">Donald Starkey Designs</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Yachts</a>, while her exterior is designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tripp Design Naval Architects (Company)">Tripp Design Naval Architects</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/184893/image/large-c8029c11b8715a15903c42248e9bf596.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/184893"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4787" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atalante38.5m (126'4&quot;)Claasen Shipyards2015">Atalante</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1221" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Claasen Shipyards (Company)">Claasen</a>&nbsp;| 38.5-metres | 2015&nbsp;As the second largest yacht built by the Netherlands-based shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1221" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Claasen Shipyards (Company)">Claasen</a>, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/33" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hoek Design Naval Architects B.V. (Company)">Hoek</a> designed yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4787" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atalante38.5m (126'4&quot;)Claasen Shipyards2015">Atalante</a> will return to this year’s sailing regatta. Delivered in 2015 as part of the Hoek Truly Classic 128 series, the vessel is powered by a single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1633" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lugger (Company)">Lugger</a> engine, and has a volume of 126 GT as well as a beam of 7.72-metres.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259480/image/large-4524186a4559b9e550f5468009817973.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259480"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12787" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dark Horse25.08m (82'3&quot;)Nautor Swan2013">Dark Horse</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Nautor Swan</a>&nbsp;| 25.08-metres | 2013Formerly known as Cheesie, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Nautor Swan</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12787" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dark Horse25.08m (82'3&quot;)Nautor Swan2013">Dark Horse</a> features an exterior design and naval architecture both imagined by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/171" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Frers (Company)">German Frers</a>, while her interiors stem from the drawing boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Yachts</a>. As part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Swan</a> 80 series, she can accommodate as many as six guests across her comfortable three stateroom configuration.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4056" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Umiko24.38m (79'12&quot;)Nautor Swan2000"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/41221/image/large-badbff9867d6878c7642a5b8c74c2b0c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/41221">Umiko</a>&nbsp;| <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Nautor Swan</a> | 24.38-metres | 2000&nbsp;Formerly named Astro de l'Est, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Nautor Swan</a> sailing yacht is composed of a GRP hull and superstructure, while her three lavish staterooms are capable of accommodating as many as six guests onboard. Powered by a single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1741" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yanmar Co., Ltd. (Company)">Yanmar</a> engine, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4056" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Umiko24.38m (79'12&quot;)Nautor Swan2000">Umiko</a> can reach a top speed of 20 knots along with a cruising speed of 10 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229176/image/large-5256015d9a455a7d1ae50e2ec820f0b0.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229176"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7819" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rose23.99m (78'8&quot;)Wally2006">Rose</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/166" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wally (Company)">Wally</a>&nbsp;| 23.99-metres | 2006&nbsp;A defending champion of last year’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/247" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Cup Palma">Superyacht Cup</a>, the sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7819" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rose23.99m (78'8&quot;)Wally2006">Rose</a>, previously named Tango G, was delivered by her Italy-based shipyard in 2006. With a volume of 43 GT, a beam of 5.96-metres, and a draft of 4.3-metres, the vessel is able to sleep up to six guests across her three stateroom layout. Performance-wise, she is powered by a single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1741" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yanmar Co., Ltd. (Company)">Yanmar</a> engine with a top speed of 11 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312397/image/large-0104430d7c640a783f218231194c03fb.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312397"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Calabash23.99m (78'8&quot;)YYachts 2023">Calabash</a> |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5563" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YYachts (Company)">YYachts</a>&nbsp;| 23.99-metres | 2023Delivered by her Germany-based shipyard in 2023, the sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Calabash23.99m (78'8&quot;)YYachts 2023">Calabash</a> will be competing against the likes of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7819" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rose23.99m (78'8&quot;)Wally2006">Rose</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12787" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dark Horse25.08m (82'3&quot;)Nautor Swan2013">Dark Horse</a>, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4056" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Umiko24.38m (79'12&quot;)Nautor Swan2000">Umiko</a> in the 24-metre range during this year's regatta. At a volume of 60 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Calabash23.99m (78'8&quot;)YYachts 2023">Calabash</a> is capable of hosting as many as 10 guests across her five staterooms. In terms of her propulsion, she is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6795" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nanni industries (Company)">Nanni industries</a> engines.&nbsp;

Yachts attending Superyacht Cup Palma 2024

We take a look at the yachts set to make an appearance at this year’s long awaited Superyacht Cup Palma 2024. 


Yachts attending the Superyacht Cup Palma 2024

The Maxi 72 yacht Bella Mente has been crowned as the winner of the third IMA Maxi European Championship. Held out of Sorrento, the event, which comprised the Regata dei Tre Golfi offshore race followed by four days of windward-leeward and coastal racing. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312415/image/large-6f5d088ade9f53768e1806ea88ff5e83.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312415">Supported by Rolex as the Official Timepiece, yesterday’s popular lap of Capri, was organised by Circolo del Remo e della Vela Italia (CRVI) and supported by Loro Piana. Taking place between 17 to 23 May, the regatta includes a 150 miles long-distance race along the course of the 69th Regata dei Tre Golfi.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312412/image/large-26d246cee79ad4d97d6924ce673e5501.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312412">After taking the lead the previous day, Hap Fauth’s Bella Mente took an early lead and remained there for the rest of the race. Although the three <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/166" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wally (Company)">Wally</a>centos , <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="V30.48m (100'0&quot;)Wally2017">V</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5656" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galateia30.48m (100'0&quot;)Green Marine2015">Galateia</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4121" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Magic Carpet 330.47m (99'12&quot;)Wally2013">Magic Carpet 3</a> were expected to hold the top positions, Bella Mente remained ahead to secure the final race win. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312414/image/large-db8908b50e0072e3138c7f00c778f37f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312414">Sir Peter Ogden’s IRC 77 yacht Jethou finished six points behind Bella Mente and claimed the second place podium, while the defending champion, Peter Dubens' Maxi 72 North Star finished in third place. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312417/image/large-494c9597b0e950223388c3a9d438ff3a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312417">“She has legs is all I can say,” explained Hap Fauth of Bella Mente. We got an unbelievably good start - there was a lot of congestion but we found a hole and were gone. We had speed against all of the 100 footers, I am so glad that they got a race off today, even if it required patience for everyone, participants and committee.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312416/image/large-d8e4b667045e7b6d2e3635d6affab9a6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312416">Although Bella Mente is only five-years old, she has undergone constant renovations to ensure she is a high-performer. Since her delivery, she now sports twin rudders, a water ballast system and a powerboat-style interceptor on her transom.Having won the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup last September and the IMA Maxi European this week, Hap Fauth is hoping to make it a triple win if his AC75 American Magic successfully challenges for the America’s Cup in Barcelona this October.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312414/image/large-db8908b50e0072e3138c7f00c778f37f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312414">Due to the way this championship is scored, Paul Berger's <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Swan</a> 80 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6562" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kallima24.89m (81'8&quot;)Nautor Swan2001">Kallima</a> won Class 3 by two points, based on results from Class 3 alone, while Guido Paolo Gamucci’s canting Mylius 60 Cippa Lippa X was the higher scoring Class 3 boat in the overall results.“We have had a fantastic week with a great mix of conditions and almost no rain,” concluded the International Maxi Association Secretary General Andrew McIrvine. “Congratulations to IMA Vice President Hap Fauth and the Bella Mente team - they are worthy winners.”

Bella Mente wins the IMA Maxi European Championship 2024

The Maxi 72 yacht Bella Mente has been crowned as the winner of the IMA Maxi European Championship 2024.

With <a href="https://worldboatingday.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">World Boating Day</a> fast approaching on 25 and 26 May, we take a look at some of the events taking place across the globe. The non-profit day aims to share positive stories about yachting to support and grow the industry and make it more accessible to participants and visitors alike.<a href="https://worldboatingday.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">World Boating Day</a> has both physical and virtual events, so you are bound to find something that suits you! Here are just a few events that are taking place over the weekend:<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312232/image/large-f79b5d53682a5d0375410213a09e14eb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312232">Physical Events on 25 May<a href="https://worldboatingday.com/events/marina-open-day-2/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Marina Mirage Open Day</a>&nbsp;| 8:00-17:00 | Organised by Marina Mirage | AustraliaAs one of Queensland’s most iconic marinas, the open day allows everyone who loves boats to visit; whether you’re a seasoned sailor, a Gold Coast local, or just curious about the boating lifestyle.<a href="https://worldboatingday.com/events/cantiere-rossini-open-day/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Cantiere Rossini Shipyard tour</a>&nbsp;| 9:00-13:00 | Organised by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5172" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Rossini (Company)">Cantiere Rossini</a>&nbsp;| Italy<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5172" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Rossini (Company)">Cantiere Rossini</a> will be on hand to provide guided tours of its facilities, offering you an insider’s perspective on the intricate process of yacht refitting.<a href="https://worldboatingday.com/events/boatyard-superyacht-yard-marina-self-drive-tour/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Shipyard and Marina self-drive tour</a>&nbsp;| 9:00-14:00 | Organised by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5437" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Boat Works (Company)">The Boat Works</a>&nbsp;| AustraliaCheck out what <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5437" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Boat Works (Company)">The Boat Works</a> Boatyard &amp; Superyacht facility actually looks like with a self-drive tour through the facility.&nbsp;<a href="https://worldboatingday.com/events/riviera-factory-tour/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Riviera Australia Factory Tour</a>&nbsp;| 10:00-11:30 | Organised by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1399" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riviera (Company)">Riviera Australia</a>Rarely open to the public, the Home of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1399" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riviera (Company)">Riviera</a> will be open with your exclusive opportunity to experience one of the largest luxury motor yacht-building facilities in the Southern Hemisphere.<a href="https://worldboatingday.com/events/boating-knots-and-boat-tour/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Boating knots and boat tour</a>&nbsp;| 10:00-12:00 | Organised by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5160" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="West Istanbul Marina (Company)">West Istanbul Marina</a>&nbsp;| TurkeyGuests will have a chance to learn how to tie basic boating knots and get a chance to drive an inflatable boat with the help of an expert mooring assist team.<a href="https://worldboatingday.com/events/boating-in-moreton-bay-discover-the-hidden-gems-of-moreton-bay/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Boating in Moreton Bay</a>&nbsp;| 10:00- 15:00 | Organised by Freedom Boat Club Brisbane | AustraliaCome and meet the Freedom Boat Club Brisbane team and learn all about the cruising opportunities available in Moreton Bay.&nbsp;<a href="https://worldboatingday.com/events/open-day/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Nimbus Sailing School Open Day</a>&nbsp;| 10:00-15:00 | Organised by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5844" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nimbus (Company)">Nimbus</a>&nbsp;Sailing School | ItalyEveryone is invited to explore the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5844" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nimbus (Company)">Nimbus</a> Sailing School (FIV, IOC), featuring traditional Versilian 'A' and 'U' class wooden boats, alongside the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5844" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nimbus (Company)">Nimbus</a> Sea School and the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5844" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nimbus (Company)">Nimbus</a> Catamaran Sailing School.<a href="https://worldboatingday.com/events/shipyard-tour-for-university-students/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Bilgin Yachts Shipyard Tour</a>&nbsp;| 10:00-15:30 | Organised by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin Yachts</a>&nbsp;| TurkeyAimed at University students, this visit offers students a tour through our shipyard, gaining insights into our cutting-edge projects and witnessing the shipyard’s meticulous attention to detail. &nbsp;At the end of the tour, there will be a lunch for students and Q&amp;A sessions.<a href="https://worldboatingday.com/events/childrens-treasure-hunt/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Children’s treasure hunt</a>&nbsp;| 10:00-16:00 | Organised by IOM Maritime | UKFor kids and adults alike, this treasure hunt aims to make maritime learning fun and uncover more about the Isle of Man's maritime history.&nbsp;<a href="https://worldboatingday.com/events/design-your-superyacht-with-feadship-designers/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Design your own superyacht with Feadship</a>&nbsp;| 12:00-16:00 | Organised by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>&nbsp;| The Netherlands&nbsp;If you are passionate about maritime engineering, yacht design, naval architecture, or just intrigued by these sea-going vessels, this workshop is your gateway to the world of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>!<a href="https://worldboatingday.com/events/become-a-broker/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Become a Broker</a>&nbsp;| 25 May, 14:30- 16:00 | Organised by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5163" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ray White Marine (Company)">Ray White Marine</a>&nbsp;| AustraliaThis open forum will take place during the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show - 2024">Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show</a> in Australia, providing visitors with the opportunity to ask any questions in relation to becoming a Yacht Broker.<a href="https://worldboatingday.com/events/west-istanbul-marina-open-day/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">West Istanbul Marina Open Day</a>&nbsp;| 10:00-17:00 | Organised by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5160" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="West Istanbul Marina (Company)">West Istanbul Marina</a>&nbsp;| TurkeyCome and join <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5160" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="West Istanbul Marina (Company)">West Istanbul Marina</a> and experience our recreational facilities, restaurants and get a chance to see some beautiful yachts. Taking place on both Saturday and Sunday.<a href="https://worldboatingday.com/events/shipyard-tour/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Benetti Shipyard Tour</a>&nbsp;| 10:00-18:00 | Organised by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti Yachts</a>&nbsp;| ItalyThis shipyard tour offers something for everyone, from interviews with captains and project managers, to a tour of the production shed. Visitors will also be able to take part in sea trials, a yoga class on the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> helipad, as well as a lighthouse tour and kid’s art workshop. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312231/image/large-bc8434056ac9755eee08d7c25136d994.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312231">Physical Events on 26 May<a href="https://worldboatingday.com/events/west-istanbul-marina-open-day/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">West Istanbul Marina Open Day</a>&nbsp;| 10:00-17:00 | Organised by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5160" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="West Istanbul Marina (Company)">West Istanbul Marina</a>&nbsp;| TurkeyCome and join <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5160" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="West Istanbul Marina (Company)">West Istanbul Marina</a> and experience our recreational facilities, restaurants and get a chance to see some beautiful yachts. Taking place on both Saturday and Sunday.<a href="https://worldboatingday.com/events/aimex-garden-lunch/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">AIMEX Garden Lunch</a>&nbsp;| | 26 May, 12:00- 13:00 | Organised by AIMEX | AustraliaTaking place at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show - 2024">Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show</a> in Australia, this lunch will provide an excellent opportunity to learn from industry leaders and to connect with peers in a relaxed setting.<a href="https://worldboatingday.com/events/open-house-lakemacquarie/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Lake Macquarie Open House</a>&nbsp;| 9:00-17:00 | Organised by Freedom Boat Club North | AustraliaAn open day to showcase its clubs, provide a dock tour and explain how the club works. There is also an opportunity to book a boat ride!<a href="https://worldboatingday.com/events/tours-of-the-club-and-middle-harbour/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Sydney Harbour Tour</a>&nbsp;| 9:00-11:00 | Freedom Boat Club | AustraliaGo for a ride in their Flagship vessel, the Sea Ray SDX 250, as well as having a tour of the club and check out the local waterways.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312230/image/large-7f006cefb68711078effcabe3e6fdcc2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312230">Virtual Events<a href="https://worldboatingday.com/events/destry-darr-designs-luxury-gift-giveaway/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Destry Darr Designs Luxury Gift Giveaway</a>Destry Darr Designs are offering a showroom giveaway to three lucky chief stewardesses! First prize includes a surprise decor piece and a 20 percent off coupon, while second and third prize offer 15 percent and 10 percent vouchers respectively.<a href="https://worldboatingday.com/events/luxury-interiors-virtual-expo-design-a-path-forward/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Pulina Exclusive Interiors Virtual Expo</a>Join Pulina Exclusive Interiors' team for the unveiling of an exquisite organic interior project, inspired by nature, for a luxurious yacht.<a href="https://worldboatingday.com/events/online-career-day-for-students/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Tankoa Yachts Online Career Day for Students</a>Dedicated to university students interested in career opportunities in the world of recreational boating and superyachting. This virtual day will be filled with presentations, videos, and interactive sessions that will allow you to explore the fascinating superyachting sector.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C6-7ntKttnd/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">World Boating Day Giveaway</a>Share the best photo of your onboard moments for a chance to win one of three incredible prizes! First prize wins sailing training in your region, second prize a personalised artwork featuring the yacht/boat of your choice from @janedieuart, and third prize a vintage mariner's telescope/compass.To enter follow the @worldboatingday⁠ Instagram account, share your favourite onboard photo or photo with a boat and don’t forget to tag @worldboatingday and use #WorldBoatingDay. ⁠

Find an event near you for World Boating Day 2024

With World Boating Day fast approaching on 25 and 26 May, we take a look at some of the events taking place across the globe.

World Boating Day 2024: Find an event near you!

Before the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/225" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta - 2024">Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta</a> takes place on 2-8 June, we take a closer look at the yacht’s that will be in attendance at the long awaited event in Porto Cervo, Italy.&nbsp;The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> RendezVous and Trophy will also be returning for 2024 and will be held as part of the event.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11831" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gelliceaux35.51m (116'6&quot;)Southern Wind2023"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/301427/image/large-d61b3ae36c1cde20d469a57394f97408.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/301427">Gelliceaux</a>&nbsp;| <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> | 35.51-metres | 2023&nbsp;Delivered by her South Africa-based shipyard in 2023 as part of the SW108 Hybrid series, the sailing yacht features an exterior and interior design both created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Yachts</a>, along with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/152" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Farr Yacht Design (Company)">Farr Yacht Design</a>. The yacht, which is powered by a single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1483" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cummins Inc. (Company)">Cummins</a> engine, is composed of a carbon fibre hull and superstructure. A proven regatta racer, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11831" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gelliceaux35.51m (116'6&quot;)Southern Wind2023">Gelliceaux</a> recently won the St Barth’s Bucket in March 2024.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5553" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moat35.2m (115'6&quot;)Nautor Swan2016"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/91996/image/large-c1d3727f1bc6af48228c94b3959dba40.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/91996">Moat</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Nautor Swan</a>&nbsp;| 35.2-metres | 2016&nbsp;Delivered in 2016 by her Finland-based shipyard, this sailing yacht, formerly known as Highland Fling XV, is part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Swan</a> 115 series. While both her exterior and interior design are courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/171" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Frers (Company)">German Frers</a>, the vessel is capable of hosting as many as six guests across a three stateroom layout. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5553" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moat35.2m (115'6&quot;)Nautor Swan2016">Moat</a> returns to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/225" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta - 2024">Giorgio Armani Regatta</a> after a few year’s hiatus from the event.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7245" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kiboko Tres32.27m (105'10&quot;)Southern Wind2018"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/50897/image/large-16ee9f8d9e328f6fcaf7a1f795c40fd1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50897">Kiboko Tres</a>&nbsp;| <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> | 32.27-metres | 2018&nbsp;Delivered in 2018, this sailing SW105 yacht has a volume of 110 GT, a beam of 7.31-metres, and a draft of 4.5-metres. As many as eight guests can be hosted inside her four sumptuous staterooms, while additional accommodation is also available for up to five crew members in the form of three crew cabins.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309009/image/large-cd1db28bd6a43d17dd4dd2690ef70f57.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309009"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12060" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Liberty Squared31.24m (102'6&quot;)Southern Wind2024">Liberty Squared</a>&nbsp;| <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> | 31.24-metres | 2024&nbsp;With a delivery date of 2024, the SW96 sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12060" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Liberty Squared31.24m (102'6&quot;)Southern Wind2024">Liberty Squared</a> consists of a carbon fibre hull and superstructure, and can sleep up to six guests onboard thanks to her three roomy staterooms. Moreover, the yacht, which is powered by a single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="FPT Powertrain Technologies (Company)">FPT Powertrain Technologies</a> engine, has a beam of 6.95-metres, a volume of 87 GT, and a draft of 5.5-metres. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12060" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Liberty Squared31.24m (102'6&quot;)Southern Wind2024">Liberty Squared</a> is the newest yacht at the regatta, following her delivery last month.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/279548/image/large-212b5c539e48f8469f20c79cad6871d4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/279548"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nyumba GT31.24m (102'6&quot;)Southern Wind2023">Nyumba GT</a>&nbsp;| <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> | 31.24-metres | 2023Delivered in 2023 as part of the SW 96 series, this <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> sailing yacht, which features an exterior and interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Yachts</a>, is composed of a carbon fibre hull and superstructure. Furthermore, she can accommodate up to six guests overnight across a layout consisting of three staterooms.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303911/image/large-aef357b91e0e189086f2a7bb07ece3ce.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303911"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="BeCool31.05m (101'10&quot;)Nautor Swan2020">BeCool</a>&nbsp;| <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Nautor Swan</a> | 31.05-metres | 2020&nbsp;Delivered by her Finland-based builder in 2020, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="BeCool31.05m (101'10&quot;)Nautor Swan2020">BeCool</a> features interiors that were crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1144" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Misa Poggi (Company)">Misa Poggi</a>, while both her exterior design and naval architecture hail from the drawing boards of design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/171" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Frers (Company)">German Frers</a>. With a volume of 100 GT, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Swan</a> 98 vessel is capable of sleeping as many as six guests across a three stateroom configuration.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/225202/image/large-86edd1d1a645d29f051455da970446ee.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/225202"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Morgana30.5m (100'1&quot;)Southern Wind2020">Morgana</a>&nbsp;| <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> | 30.5-metres | 2020&nbsp;Delivered by her South Africa-based shipyard in 2020, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Morgana30.5m (100'1&quot;)Southern Wind2020">Morgana</a> is capable of sleeping as many as eight guests onboard due to her four stateroom layout. In addition, up to four crew members can also be accommodated in separate living quarters, including the sailing yacht’s captain. Powered by a single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1483" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cummins Inc. (Company)">Cummins</a> engine, the vessel is composed of a carbon fibre hull and superstructure. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Morgana30.5m (100'1&quot;)Southern Wind2020">Morgana</a> last competed in the Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta in 2022 where she received the award for the best performing yacht.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/16962/image/large-efe07fb43d60f8b2f240faa680c1e813.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/16962"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2629" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Padma II30.2m (99'1&quot;)Southern Wind2009">Padma II</a>&nbsp;| <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> | 30.2-metres | 2009&nbsp;Previously known as I-Sea, the sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2629" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Padma II30.2m (99'1&quot;)Southern Wind2009">Padma II</a> features an exterior and interior design both created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Yachts</a>, while her naval architecture is courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/152" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Farr Yacht Design (Company)">Farr Yacht Design</a>. Delivered in 2009 as part of the SW100 DS line, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2629" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Padma II30.2m (99'1&quot;)Southern Wind2009">Padma II</a> has a beam of 6.7-metres and a draft of 3.95-metres.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/81805/image/large-a2432b1a34c0208bd80088c13466047a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/81805"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6564" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Grande Orazio 24.72m (81'1&quot;)Southern Wind2014">Grande Orazio</a>&nbsp;| <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> | 24.72-metres | 2014&nbsp;The sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6564" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Grande Orazio 24.72m (81'1&quot;)Southern Wind2014">Grand Orazio</a> is capable of hosting as many as eight guests inside her four stateroom layout. Meanwhile, separate accommodation is also provided for up to four crew members, including her captain, in the form of two crew cabins. In addition, the SW 82 RS vessel has a volume of 75 GT, a beam of 6.92-metres, and a draft of 4.2-metres.&nbsp;

Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta 2024 yacht lineup

We take a closer look at the yachts that will be attending the Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta 2024.



Yachts attending the Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta 2024

With just a few weeks until the inaugural <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a>, now is the time to purchase the few last remaining tickets. Taking place in Hong Kong on the 5 and 6 June, at the Renaissance Hong Kong Harbour View Hotel, the event is expecting around 150 guests to attend the two-day event.With only a few more tickets left, here are five reasons why you don’t want to miss out!<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312026/image/large-cae7333ab7c5de24f6c02192de857487.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312026">1. The best networking in the regionWith more than 10 hours of networking in the programme, including a dinner at the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club, you can be sure that amongst the 150 delegates, you will make many new connections with attendees from Asia, the Pacific, Europe and the Middle East.&nbsp;Meet people from some of the industry’s top yacht builders and designers including <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Turquoise Yachts (Company)">Turquoise Yachts</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4478" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cassetta Yacht Designers (Company)">Cassetta Yacht Designers</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/955" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Craft (Company)">Gulf Craft</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/899" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silver Yachts (Company)">SilverYachts</a>.&nbsp;2. Meet Family Offices &amp; CaptainsSuperYacht Times has invited over 50 family offices from Asia to join the first edition of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a>. The event also expects to see a good number of yacht captains who are based in Asia in attendance.Also meet people from financial institutions including Voyager, UBS and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7628" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="InvestHK (Company)">InvestHK</a>, as well as the key individuals who manage yachts in the region, such as Lodestone Yachts, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4946" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Arrow Monaco (Company)">Arrow Monaco</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a> and more.&nbsp;3. Hong Kong home to 75+ superyacht ownersAccording to <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT iQ</a>, there are more than 75 yacht owners from Hong Kong with yachts over 30-metres. Hong Kong is currently the leading hub in Asia for superyacht owners and hosts a substantial number of yachts.&nbsp;The city is home to 67 billionaires (Forbes 2024), and holds huge potential from the perspective of superyacht ownership. Take advantage of your visit to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> to arrange meetings with owners and their teams.&nbsp;4. Excellent speaker line-up &amp; contentThe <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> features presentations and panels led by some of the most respected and knowledgeable figures in the superyacht industry.&nbsp;With a carefully curated selection of topics, attendees include:<ul><li>Yerin Hobson CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4946" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Arrow Monaco (Company)">Arrow Monaco</a></li><li>Giorgio Cassetta, Founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4478" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cassetta Yacht Designers (Company)">Cassetta Yacht Designers</a></li><li>Rod Davis Chief Operating Officer at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/899" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silver Yachts (Company)">Silver Yachts</a></li><li>Issam Kazim CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6865" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai Tourism (Company)">Dubai Economy &amp; Tourism&nbsp;</a></li><li>Gabriele Stella Head of Sales at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a></li><li>Burak Akgül of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Turquoise Yachts (Company)">Turquoise Yachts</a></li><li>Mark Woodmansey Head of Brokerage Asia at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a></li><li>Jonathan Sit of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2015" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="One °15 Marina (Company)">ONE°15 Marina</a></li><li>Federico Rossi of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a></li><li>Omi Tanchanok owner of the 31.45-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/412" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astondoa S.A. (Astilleros) (Company)">Astondoa</a> yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1494" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="For Your Eyes Only31.45m (103'2&quot;)Astondoa S.A. (Astilleros)2004">For Your Eyes Only</a>&nbsp;</li><li>And many more!</li></ul>The event will conclude with a keynote interview with Rose Damen of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a>, who will cover <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a>'s perspective on the value of the Asia-Pacific region, the yard's strategy over the coming years and the changing landscape of the superyacht construction sector.You can <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59887" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2024 programme announced (2024-04-04 17:00:00 +0200)">find out more about the programme and see the full list of speakers here</a>.5. Market insights and trends&nbsp;The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> provides in-depth insights into the latest market trends, technological advancements, and regulatory changes affecting the superyacht industry in the Asia-Pacific region. After COVID-19, much of the yachting industry has overlooked Asia, making this summit a unique opportunity to connect with key players and gain insights into regional developments and business opportunities.Understanding these trends is crucial for making informed business decisions and staying competitive in the dynamic superyacht market, allowing you to identify who the key players are in the industry. You can also pick up a copy of SYT’s Asia-Pacific Superyacht Report which will be released at the event, with details explaining the potential for the market and region.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309712/image/large-5566d3ba59bf9ae5f96b31f1d44eef19.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309712">

Top 5 reasons to attend the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2024

With just a few weeks until the inaugural Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit, we take a look at the top 5 reasons to attend this year's event.

The organisers of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Thailand International Boat Show 2025">Thailand International Boat Show</a> have announced that the 2025 edition will be held at Phuket Yacht Haven from 9 to 12 January 2025.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311926/image/large-b8bfd4d7773186612f32c57037ebc0df.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311926">Located in the north of Phuket Island, Phuket Yacht Haven is the island’s largest marina, with 332 berths accommodating yachts up to +100-metres. The decision to move aligns with the organisers’ plans to expand the show and welcome more boats, as well as larger superyachts.“As we look to expand the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Thailand International Boat Show 2025">Thailand International Boat Show</a> in 2025 and beyond, the move to Phuket Yacht Haven is a strategic one - it gives us more space and the capacity to grow in the water and onshore,” explained David Hayes, CEO of JAND Events which organises the show.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311930/image/large-0e3a42425279a0749761c965d50a04df.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311930">Close to Phuket International Airport, the Phuket Yacht Haven is easily accessible for travellers from across the region and around the world. The Mai Khao area, where Phuket Yacht Haven is located, will see the biggest growth area of affluent living in Phuket over the next few years, including the building of a new Bumrungrad Hospital, and a new international airport nearby on the mainland.An independent survey by the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau found that the total number of visitors to the 2024 show increased 62 percent from 2023, while international visitors increased 74 percent. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311929/image/large-7b00f2f2ff001372533d49c41f043274.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311929">“Feedback from many global brands is that they see the show as one of the most important boat shows in this part of the world and the new venue will allow us to grow in stature regionally and internationally,” added David Hayes.Following the success of the 2024 event, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1011" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Simpson Marine (Company)">Simpson Marine</a> has already confirmed their participation for 2025 and will be showcasing yachts from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2793" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fairline Yachts (Company)">Fairline</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5648" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bluegame (Company)">Bluegame</a>, whilst <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Yacht Sales Co. (Company)">The Yacht Sales Co.</a> (Thailand) will be showcasing models from Fountaine Pajot, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4387" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monte Carlo Yachts (Company)">Monte Carlo Yachts</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5255" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dufour/Locwind (Company)">Dufour</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker (Company)"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311931/image/large-7026f090bd93258a1db41f9a47b4e7bb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311931">Sunseeker</a> will also be returning after a few years hiatus, showcasing a number of yachts in the water. Other companies already confirmed include <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lee Marine International Brokerage (Company)">Lee Marine</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/526" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northrop & Johnson (Company)">Northrop &amp; Johnson</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5293" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Derani Yachts (Company)">Derani Yachts</a>, Asia Marine, Go Boating, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4735" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia Yachting Limited (Company)">Asia Yachting</a>, Extreme Marine, Sea Yacht Sales and Motor Field (Thailand).“With an option for a long-term agreement with the venue, we aim to future-proof the show and provide certainty for the yachting industry,” added David Hayes. “We are working closely with the team at Phuket Yacht Haven to build on this year’s success and put on an even bigger and better show in 2025, while attracting more quality visitors and spotlighting Phuket as a tour de-force in the yachting industry.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311925/image/large-4a957e94a9665ebc073e23ff7db9ea3b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311925">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Thailand International Boat Show 2025">Thailand International Boat Show</a> will be held from 9 to 12 January 2025 at Phuket Yacht Haven, with the second annual Thailand Yachting Conference taking place on 8 January followed by the yachting awards and gala dinner that evening.

Thailand International Boat Show 2025 moves to Phuket Yacht Haven

Thailand International Boat Show 2025 will move to Phuket Yacht Haven, with 332 berths accommodating yachts up to +100-metres.

Thailand International Boat Show 2025 expands to +100m berth marina

The evaluation process has drawn to a close and three Honourees have been selected for The Honours 2024. Organised by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6042" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Life Foundation (Company)">The Superyacht Life Foundation</a> and the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show (Company)">Monaco Yacht Show</a>, The Honours celebrates inspiring individuals within the yachting industry, with the award’s ceremony taking place on 24 September during the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2024">Monaco Yacht Show 2024</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311866/image/large-5cee28c1ef483bd00a771a0c5a3590ad.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311866">The Honours aims to spotlight those who have significantly influenced or propelled the industry and society towards a more conscientious, sustainable, and compassionate future. This year saw 289 nominations, with a shortlist of 15 individuals drawn up for evaluation by an esteemed panel of industry insiders.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311865/image/large-adeba8bfb18fb97ce3c8a03c96c82a6f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311865">This year’s judging panel convened at the Royale Industrieele Groote Club in Amsterdam on 13 May and was led by Tony Harris, Superyacht Industry Ambassador at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5342" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Informa (Company)">Informa Markets</a>. The judging committee consists of a distinguished cohort representing diverse sectors within the industry.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311869/image/large-aae61d0264dec287299af048e29eda34.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311869">Notable figures include yacht designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino</a>, Jonathan Beckett CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a>, Farouk Nefzi CMO at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>, Merijn de Waard Founder and Director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4509" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYacht Times (Company)">SuperYacht Times</a>, Jeroen Sirag Marketing Director at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman (Company)">Royal Huisman</a>, and Francesca Fenucci CCO at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1850" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="BWA Yachting (Company)">BWA Yachting</a>, all lending their expertise to the deliberation process for the second year in a row.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/57981" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Honours 2023: Nominees selected for first awards ceremony in Monaco (2023-06-29 09:00:00 +0200)">The Honours 2023: Nominees selected for first awards ceremony in Monaco</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311864/image/large-e70c8faa2efdcff00919ee9fb163b71a.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311864">The nominees were assessed based on multiple criteria, including their impact on their respective fields of work, community, voluntary services, or public life. Additionally, their leadership qualities, level of influence, commitment, innovation, creativity, character, ethics, and personal values were considered.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311868/image/large-cdc7700ae8e98ab6da90cbdb9f8e95a3.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311868">The panel has reached a unanimous decision and singled out three individuals whose remarkable contributions have extended far beyond the boundaries of the superyacht industry. These chosen honourees exemplify the profound impact of the yachting community on a global scale and will be formally unveiled this September at Monaco's prestigious Salle des Etoiles.

The Honours 2024 nominees selected for award ceremony

The evaluation process has drawn to a close and three Honourees have been selected for The Honours 2024.

The Honours 2024: Nominees selected for inaugural award ceremony

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6865" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai Tourism (Company)">Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism</a> has joined the first edition of the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/asia-pacific-summit-2024-2024" target="_blank">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> as Destination Partner. The event, which takes place on 5-6 June in Hong Kong will be held at the Renaissance Harbour View Hotel. The goal of this new summit is to develop the Asian superyacht market and attract more yachts to the region.&nbsp;The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> will be an important meeting place for key decision-makers from the different Asian regions as well as global superyacht industry professionals. As Destination Partner, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6865" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai Tourism (Company)">Dubai Tourism</a> will be promoting the potential of the eastern superyacht route from Dubai to Asia and onto the South Pacific. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309991/image/large-c8033114758ba1206f27ae9c0a2753af.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309991">In addition, Issam Kazim, CEO of Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DCTCM) will be sharing his expertise during the course of the Summit in a live Q&amp;A with SuperYacht Times founder Merijn de Waard, discussing how Dubai became a hub for Ultra-High Net Worth Individuals and superyachts.<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/superyacht-times" target="_blank">SuperYacht Times</a> is already successfully organising a similar event in the Middle East, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/gulf-superyacht-summit-2023" target="_blank">Gulf Superyacht Summit</a>, which has been supported by the team at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6865" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai Tourism (Company)">Dubai Tourism</a> since its inauguration. The two events will complement each other, as both regions benefit from more yachts travelling eastwards and focus on the importance of these burgeoning regions for the superyacht industry.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309712/image/large-c1f10d4f502007e73b0f0488130669b8.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309712">Find out more about the APSS <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/asia-pacific-summit-2024-2024" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">here</a>, or <a href="https://www.eventbrite.nl/e/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2024-tickets-810039679487" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">buy your tickets now before they sell out</a>.

Dubai Tourism at Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit

Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism joins Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit as Destination Partner

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moran Yacht & Ship (Company)">Moran Yacht &amp; Ship</a> has announced the sale of a new-build 28.49-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva S.p.A. (Company)">Riva</a> Argo 90 motor yacht, soon to be christened as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Memories28.49m (93'6&quot;)Riva S.p.A.2024">Memories</a>. Recently launched by the shipyard, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Memories28.49m (93'6&quot;)Riva S.p.A.2024">Memories</a> is expected to be delivered in 2024.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312908/image/large-d090dc27b376e8042dac9f224dab59f3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312908">As one of the Italy-based shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva S.p.A. (Company)">Riva</a>’s new <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva S.p.A. (Company)">Riva</a> 90 Argo flybridge yachts, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Memories28.49m (93'6&quot;)Riva S.p.A.2024">Memories</a> exhibits exterior and interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/366" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Officina Italiana Design (Mauro Micheli) (Company)">Officina Italiana Design (Mauro Micheli)</a>, with naval architecture penned in-house by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva S.p.A. (Company)">Riva</a>.&nbsp;Moreover, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Memories28.49m (93'6&quot;)Riva S.p.A.2024">Memories</a>, which has a beam of 6.5-metres, a draft of 2.15-metres, and a volume of 140 GT, can accommodate up to 10 guests onboard, as well as four crew members, including the captain.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/23372/image/large-c7ab2a7683d57d78f22e25cc52c319a3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/23372"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Memories28.49m (93'6&quot;)Riva S.p.A.2024">Memories</a> has a GRP hull and superstructure. Performance-wise, she is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, which give her a cruising speed of 22 knots and a top speed of 26 knots.

29m Riva motor yacht Memories sold

Moran Yacht and Ship has announced the sale of the new-build 28.49-metre Riva motor yacht, soon to be christened Memories. 


29m new-build Riva motor yacht Memories sold

The 40.18-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1398" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mac Brew40.18m (131'10&quot;)Heesen Yachts2002">Mac Brew</a> has been sold with Costas Dimopoulos of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a> introducing the buyer, and Hemmo Bloemers of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5532" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Roccabella Yachts (Company)">Roccabella Yachts</a> representing the seller. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312897/image/large-7ad6147acb4b16b83f5d381d0934b481.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312897">Originally delivered by the Netherlands-based shipyard in 2002, she has undergone extensive refits in 2015, 2019, and 2021. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1398" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mac Brew40.18m (131'10&quot;)Heesen Yachts2002">Mac Brew</a>&nbsp; features an exterior design and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen Yachts</a>, as well as interiors courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/55" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Omega Architects (Company)">Omega Architects</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/292219/image/large-e6399a3ea439846c2f3c57ef2e59808e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/292219">In terms of her accommodation, as many as 12 guests can be hosted across her palatial six stateroom layout, including a standout full-beam master suite on the bridge deck, while separate living quarters can sleep up to seven crew.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/292218/image/large-4066bbd5512b83e21ee9954aaa833f9b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/292218"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/292217/image/large-d5db17fa0811fbede6db302aebb97fd1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/292217">Moving outdoors, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1398" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mac Brew40.18m (131'10&quot;)Heesen Yachts2002">Mac Brew</a>’s bountiful exterior deck spaces, such as the expansive stern beach club, allow guests to socialise and dine as they connect with the surrounding nature. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/292215/image/large-8ca378e592e2ba29b730d1dbaf8fea22.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/292215"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/292214/image/large-4d3388529b22a2bc024d59d863e15228.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/292214">Performance-wise, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1398" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mac Brew40.18m (131'10&quot;)Heesen Yachts2002">Mac Brew</a>, which is composed of an aluminium hull and superstructure, is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines that propel her to a cruising speed of 14 knots and a top speed of 22 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/292230/image/large-f3421722733da012dc4fc2361292e3a2.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/292230">At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1398" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mac Brew40.18m (131'10&quot;)Heesen Yachts2002">Mac Brew</a>’s last known asking price was €8,500,000. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/292213/image/large-39cf833388347be79b5f04f93350bb90.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/292213">

40m Heesen yacht Mac Brew sold

The 40.18-metre Heesen motor yacht Mac Brew sold with IYC introducing the buyer, and Roccabella Yachts representing the seller.  


40m Heesen motor yacht Mac Brew sold

Video: Exploring Conrad Shipyards

Justin Ratcliffe takes a closer look into the large yacht production at Conrad Yachts to find out more about the Polish builder.

Video: Conrad Shipyard - The Polish yard that is shaking up the industry

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Teignbridge Propellers (Company)">Teignbridge Propellers</a> has been designing and manufacturing propellers and stern gear since 1974. With subsidiaries in India, Dubai and Malaysia, we visited its UK headquarters to discover more about the science behind propeller design and how they are made.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312851/image/large-56271323d374c8552778e12bc7e733b9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312851">It is entirely fitting that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Teignbridge Propellers (Company)">Teignbridge Propellers</a> near the seaside town of Torquay is housed in a historic building built by Isambard Kingdom Brunel, the great civil and mechanical engineer. Among his many achievements, Brunel designed the SS Great Britain, the first iron-hulled, propeller-driven ship to cross the Atlantic Ocean in 1845. Nowadays marine propellers come in multiple shapes and sizes, but they all convert rotational motion into thrust by producing a pressure difference in the surrounding water. Until quite recently, their design was driven by trial-and-error and was viewed as something of a dark art, but modern computing power allows engineers to predict propeller performance before they even get wet. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Teignbridge Propellers (Company)">Teignbridge Propellers</a> has been at the forefront of these developments.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312845/image/large-e4ad63a85270801c05dd95b7596b4ec9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312845">The largest producer of custom propellers and stern gear in Europe, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Teignbridge Propellers (Company)">Teignbridge</a> is one of very few companies that can execute the whole design and manufacturing process in-house. Able to react quickly to relatively simple requests for commercial ships and workboats, it increasingly operates at a higher level to meet the more specific needs of military vessels and large yachts. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6018" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bold85.3m (279'10&quot;)Silver Yachts2019">Bold</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5636" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="White Rabbit84.04m (275'9&quot;)Echo Yachts2018">White Rabbit</a> and the restored classic Haida are just a few superyachts equipped with its propellers, while repeat clients include <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/752" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mengi Yay Yachts (Company)">Mengi Yay</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin Yachts</a> and leading production boat builders.“Some clients are specifically interested in fuel economy for longer range, or low noise and vibration,” says Mark Phare, Group Managing Director. “At the moment, for example, we’re designing propellers for electrically driven foiling tenders, but also for autonomous minesweeping vessels that need to have both a low magnetic signature and a low noise signature. So we've been doing all sorts of research into how to minimise propeller noise, which includes special coatings as well as the actual propeller geometry, which is know-how we can transfer to superyachts.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/199662/image/large-ceddff7d19ed40a66dc705f81311e2e4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/199662">Efficiency vs noisePropeller performance revolves around mechanical strength, hydrodynamic efficiency, noise and vibration, and cavitation [the formation of vapour cavities in water induced by low pressure. These four criteria often pull in opposing directions, so the challenge is to find the best balance according to the specific requirements of each customer.&nbsp;“We’ve probably reached the top of the efficiency curve in propeller design as we know it and most of what we do today is navigating the design space to find the optimum compromise based on use,” says Dr Saeed Javdani, head of the Innovation &amp; Technology Department. “If you want low noise and vibration, for example, you may have to sacrifice some efficiency, because to have a quieter propeller you need a bigger blade area ratio, which increases frictional drag across its surface and reduces efficiency, and so on.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312846/image/large-048fba7026f73b71dfa53d5accf1ac8d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312846">Noise is a key consideration for superyachts, which is why they usually have propellers with highly skewed blades to avoid propeller-tip vortex, the dynamic behaviour that can create wave-like disturbances, resulting in unwanted cavitation and high-pitched ‘singing’. Highly skewed blades mean the vortices shoot off into the water rather than hitting the hub (the issue can also be remedied by introducing a chamfer to the trailing edge of blades).Shafts, bearings, seals, brackets and rudders also affect the noise signature of vessels. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Teignbridge Propellers (Company)">Teignbridge</a> designs and produces all these components and was an early manufacturer of velocity aligned rudders and brackets. The first such rudder was patented three decades ago by the U.S. Navy to delay cavitation erosion damage on its vessels. A revolving propeller causes the angle of water flow to vary along the span and chord of a straight rudder, which can result in cavitation that reduces performance, increases erosion and produces undesirable noise. A velocity aligned rudder is ‘twisted’ in the direction of the attacking propeller stream that follows the rudder surface, reducing pressure peaks and cavitation, while deflecting the water flow to increase efficiency (in sea trials of its velocity aligned rudder, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Teignbridge Propellers (Company)">Teignbridge</a> recorded an average increase in speed of one knot at maximum engine speed).<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312842/image/large-77d933249818253ffb17207e04aef140.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312842">Propeller geometry is based on parametric definitions of pitch, skew, rake, blade section, and much more. Driving performance in a particular direction whilst operating in the complex wake of a ship or boat is a complex process. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Teignbridge Propellers (Company)">Teignbridge</a> utilises powerful simulation tools, including state-of-the-art Star CCM+ CFD and Siemens HEEDS software, to understand the interaction between propellers and other appendages and the fluid flowing around their surfaces. This suite of advanced design tools allows for automated, AI-driven optimisation by coupling performance feedback to changes in the geometry parameters. The cycles are then repeated to hunt for improvements and up to 500 designs for a particular application can be produced over a 48-hour period. These numerical simulations are proving particularly useful with the arrival of hybrid and electric propulsion systems, which deliver power to the propeller in a different way than conventional diesel drive. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312861/image/large-ad17eeddff8e04711effbaceb918b663.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312861">“Electric motors and shaft generators have a big influence on the way the propeller is designed to avoid overloading and how the blades are optimised to absorb the higher torque and efficiently convert it into directional thrust across the complete motor speed range,” says Dr Javdani. “These developments in power supply and their control systems affect every component in the drive train from the gearbox to the propeller.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312848/image/large-ef3bafa63a0086f73dd489c8686baabc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312848">Machines &amp; manpower&nbsp;The industrial process of manufacturing marine propellers, from the making of the moulds to the casting and final finishing, has remained virtually unchanged over the decades. As with their design, however, digital technology is increasingly prevalent. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Teignbridge Propellers (Company)">Teignbridge</a> has over a dozen CNC machines, including 5-axis mills for machining blades, CNC lathes for turning shafts, rudders and brackets, and 3D printers for making smaller propellers out of plastic filament. These machines can work to tolerances within the thickness of a hair, but much of the process is still carried out by hand.The most common technique is sand casting using aluminium bronze for its high fatigue and corrosion resistance. The mould cavities are formed by individual spindle patterns, basically wooden replicas of the final propeller blades, which are made by hand in various shapes and sizes. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Teignbridge Propellers (Company)">Teignbridge</a> has a storeroom containing hundreds of these patterns that can provide over 16,000 different design combinations by varying the number of blades and their pitch.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312840/image/large-99ecc389e2c7ad4f3805be7ee5e3a52a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312840">The patterns are a bit larger than the final article to allow for contraction as the metal solidifies inside the mould. The mould itself is built up into a propeller shape one blade at a time for reasons of flexibility, time and cost. Shaping the pattern is time consuming and costly, so full patterns – usually made of aluminium – are more expensive than individual ones, but the moulding time is shorter and they are very durable.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Teignbridge Propellers (Company)">Teignbridge</a> also makes patterns quickly and cheaply from machined polystyrene, but these are less sturdy and more suitable for urgent one-offs. A few years ago, for example, the company was asked to replace a damaged propeller on Va Bene, Eric Clapton’s yacht. The boat was chartering in the Balearics and needed a quick turnaround, so the prop was unshipped in Barcelona and transported by road to the factory, where it was scanned and reversed engineered to make the polystyrene pattern. The new propeller was delivered within five days.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312841/image/large-794ec958759cf9be12207975821408a2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312841">“When we get a project, we have to decide what kind of pattern to use based on final usage and the projected production run,” says Phare. “For up to three or four propellers we use a spindle pattern; over that we would probably use a full pattern; and if it’s a one-off a polystyrene pattern is ideal.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312862/image/large-9bdbac2a64a13e16c60f30f265a48e8f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312862">50 years on&nbsp;Next year <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Teignbridge Propellers (Company)">Teignbridge</a> celebrates its 50th anniversary and will build 5,500 square metres of new production space next door to the current facility. Over the decades it has produced propellers for almost every kind of craft imaginable from tankers, bulk carriers and warships to leisure boats, foiling tenders and superyachts, but more recently it has responded to a gradual change in mentality whereby shipyards and naval architects are involving its engineers earlier in the design process than was the case as little as five ago. &nbsp;“People are more aware of the interaction between propeller, rudder, hull shape, brackets, wake field, and so on,” says Dr Javdani. “We’re getting more requests to look into what’s going on at the back end of the vessel, which is why we now prefer to focus on design for stern gear rather than just propellers. We’re an engineering and manufacturing company, but we don’t just supply products anymore – we supply solutions.” &nbsp;<img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/312843/image/large-6988f57547b1e4e5b6700b5ecaaf63bf.jpg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20240528%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20240528T122739Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=f5b46e0d5ded8029e1aa87c5080b2ee963abf901e59e16aa09f6706b5184aefe" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312843">Molten metalThe industrial production work in the foundry has changed little over the decades and still relies almost entirely on human hands. The sand used to make the moulds is sourced from a single quarry in Cheshire because it has just the right pH and varied grain size (if the grains are too uniform and tightly packed the gases cannot escape from the mould). In order to shape the sand, it is mixed with a binder resin which is activated by catalyst just before use. The mould maker then has to work quickly to ensure the binder doesn’t set too early.&nbsp;“The ingots of AB2 aluminium bronze begin to melt at around 1100°C, but we heat them to a higher temperature to ensure the metal remains molten throughout the casting process,” explains metallurgist Ryan Leese, Foundry Manager at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Teignbridge Propellers (Company)">Teignbridge</a>. “The metal has a long way to travel through the runner and filter system before entering the bottom of the mould – that takes time and all the while it’s losing heat. The worst that can happen is that it starts to solidify and stops moving, so we heat it up a bit more to give it the ‘legs’ to make sure it reaches the tips of the blades. How much we heat it depends on the size of the propeller and is based on experience.”As the metal turns from liquid to solid it shrinks by 4 per cent in volume, so a reservoir on top of the mould is capped with a ‘feeder head’ containing exothermic powder that generates its own heat. This cap is changed up to a dozen times to keep feeding the casting with liquid metal and avoid deformation through shrinkage.After the casting has been removed from the mould, the finishing process starts with ‘fettling’ with a grinder to remove any unwanted metal and rough patches. The final polishing is done by hand to create the trademark patterns that every propeller manufacturer adds to its products. However, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Teignbridge Propellers (Company)">Teignbridge</a> recently invested in a new robot – nicknamed ‘Dudley’ after the foundry’s longest-serving employee – which will be able to take over some finishing tasks. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312850/image/large-55100691f31cb9df68c86776889c243d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312850">Investment &amp; innovationOngoing investment in technologies and processes has resulted in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Teignbridge Propellers (Company)">Teignbridge Propellers</a> launching a number of innovations onto the marine market. In response to pitting in propeller shafts due to corrosion, for instance, in the late ‘80s it developed Temet 25, a high strength duplex stainless steel alloy with outstanding corrosion resistance in seawater. Temet 25 is now the yachting industry standard material instead of Monel K500 and Aquamet 22 or 17.&nbsp;Another innovation is the 5-blade C-Foil propeller, which has a special wedge-section near the blade root that helps reduce cavitation and improve efficiency. Independent computer modelling and comparative sea trials have shown it generates approximately 5 per cent more thrust than standard propeller designs.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312849/image/large-85da61d07954ee12f8ca344e1e3c5733.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312849">In 2019, the company received a special mention at the DAME Awards for its Clamp on Blade (CoB) propeller, the result of a research project into high-efficiency propulsion systems in partnership with the Energy Technologies Institute in the UK. Thanks to a unique blade attachment method and propeller to hub diameter ratio, the detachable blade system is the most efficient of its kind. It also means yachts can more easily carry spare blades to replace damaged ones without having to use a slip or dry dock.

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The 36.3-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonshine36.3m (119'1&quot;)Moonen Yachts2024">Moonshine</a> has been seen on her sea trials in Haringvliet, the Netherlands. Spotted by photographer Bjorn Mierop, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen</a> Martinique yacht was launched last month at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen Yachts</a> shipyard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312803/image/large-1916f24c666532a6ba4b69246f9d62ad.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312803">As part of her builder’s fast displacement steel hull design series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonshine36.3m (119'1&quot;)Moonen Yachts2024">Moonshine</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/241" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="René van der Velden Yacht Design (Company)">René van der Velden Yacht Design</a>, with naval architecture penned by Netherlands-based <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design (Company)">Diana Yacht Design</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonshine36.3m (119'1&quot;)Moonen Yachts2024"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312802/image/large-d0d63697f7bc924f186ec22b53b806d8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312802"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonshine36.3m (119'1&quot;)Moonen Yachts2024">Moonshine</a> is the sixth yacht in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen</a> Martinique series and features a bespoke interior design with a vibrant, distinctive decor, which was penned in collaboration with the Netherlands-based <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6871" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hollander Yacht Design (Company)">Hollander Yacht Design</a> team. Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/60546" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="First look inside 36m Moonen Martinique motor yacht Moonshine (2024-05-24 11:30:00 +0200)">First look inside 36m Moonen Martinique motor yacht Moonshine</a> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312394/image/large-fc7c662fa0bedca5403ed6eff4c88ecd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312394">Her interior colour palette is inspired by the moon, drawing inspiration from both the light and dark side of the Luna. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonshine36.3m (119'1&quot;)Moonen Yachts2024">Moonshine</a> features contemporary furnishings, with her main deck dominated by soft, silver, and beige hues, transitioning seamlessly to a darker, more enigmatic atmosphere on the bridge deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312393/image/large-0780e303712fbec53acacc3e168ba102.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312393"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonshine36.3m (119'1&quot;)Moonen Yachts2024">Moonshine</a> can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests across a five stateroom configuration, alongside sleeping quarters for a crew of seven.&nbsp;Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/60546" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="First look inside 36m Moonen Martinique motor yacht Moonshine (2024-05-24 11:30:00 +0200)">First look at the interiors of the 36m Moonen Martinique motor yacht Moonshine</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312801/image/large-da6b8b7492dbb4763aa3726c9d2f585f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312801"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonshine36.3m (119'1&quot;)Moonen Yachts2024">Moonshine</a> sports an impressive, futuristic infinity pool on her sundeck, providing uninterrupted views from the comfort of the water. Her smooth flowing lines make the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen</a> Martinque yacht highly recognisable and create a distinct silhouette.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312804/image/large-5529aa6443c49f54b7d3384d06f43eeb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312804">Performance-wise, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonshine36.3m (119'1&quot;)Moonen Yachts2024">Moonshine</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines that propel her to a cruising speed of 14.5 knots and a top speed of 17 knots. Once she is delivered, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonshine36.3m (119'1&quot;)Moonen Yachts2024">Moonshine</a> is set to cruise the Mediterranean and Caribbean, before arriving at her new home in San Diego, California.

36m Moonen Martinique motor yacht Moonshine on sea trials

The 36.3-metre Moonen motor yacht Moonshine has been seen on her sea trials in Haringvliet, the Netherlands.

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36m Moonen Martinique motor yacht Moonshine on sea trials in Haringvliet

The first 30.02-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12555" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marsqualo30.02m (98'6&quot;)Alpha Custom Yachts2024">Marsqualo</a> from the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alpha Custom Yachts (Company)">Alpha Custom Yachts</a>’ Squalo 100 series has been launched by her Italy-based shipyard. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312760/image/large-2929ec4dda905bb8f8832e41cf91f239.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312760">Referred to as Shark of the Seas by her builder, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12555" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marsqualo30.02m (98'6&quot;)Alpha Custom Yachts2024">Marsqualo</a>, also known as Hull 101, strikes a balance between comfort and state-of-the-art technological performance, featuring an exterior and interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4651" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Roberto Curtò - RC Design (Company)">Roberto Curtò</a>, along with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1365" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Verme Projects (Company)">Verme Projects</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312755/image/large-cdee42b2c4412b2b9b212609cfe78a80.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312755"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312750/image/large-43745d84f6e1bb04802f8b0841b566ab.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312750">With a delivery date of 2024, the motor yacht is capable of hosting as many as 10 guests across her five stateroom layout, while two crew cabins can accommodate up to five crew members, including her captain.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312754/image/large-376e916401c7d6596bb6a7899c559015.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312754"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312749/image/large-6e07ed98cbea92c9d322453e6cc9449d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312749">Where <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12555" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marsqualo30.02m (98'6&quot;)Alpha Custom Yachts2024">Marsqualo</a>’s performance is concerned, she is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines that propel her to a top speed of 15 knots, as well as a cruising speed of 13.5 knots. When cruising at a speed of 13.5 knots, the vessel boasts a 1,400 nautical mile range. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312753/image/large-a836fa037f75b3943c1f4882917624d5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312753"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312748/image/large-96c3e50b657e520461084cf76d86b1f2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312748">“We build innovative boats, with timeless elegance, “ explained Roberto Aboumrad of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alpha Custom Yachts (Company)">Alpha Custom Yachts</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312756/image/large-d4e7fa6912dcb685ec80dad356496008.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312756">Back at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alpha Custom Yachts (Company)">Alpha Custom Yachts</a> shipyard, construction of the following hulls in the series, Hull 102 and Hull 103, is steadily progressing. Meanwhile, Hull 104 is scheduled for delivery by the end of June this year. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312757/image/large-aa135364a7d6cf8150635107af8f1db5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312757"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/268542/image/large-da5d2095aea781b4fd52ede090531687.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/268542">

30m Squalo 100 yacht Marsqualo launched 

The first 30.02-metre motor yacht Marsqualo from the Alpha Custom Yachts’ Squalo 100 series has been launched by her Italy-based shipyard. 

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First 30m Squalo 100 yacht Marsqualo launched 

For this weeks edition of our charter newsletter <a href="https://yachtchartermarket.com/" target="_blank">Yacht Charter Market</a>, Jessamie Rattray sat down with Liliana Lopez, Head of Charter Management US at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a>, to discuss managing the world’s largest charter fleet and the emerging charter market trends of 2024.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312342/image/large-5edbaabcfd387d5491c03b1767016f3e.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312342">Can you tell me about <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a>’s charter fleet, particularly the fleet managed by the US office?We have 160+ yachts in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a> charter fleet, 40 of which are managed by our US office. Despite being managed from the US, the yachts in our fleet cruise all over the world; we have yachts that spend time in the Bahamas, the Caribbean, up in New England, on the West Coast from Mexico up to Alaska and more.We even have a new Charter Manager who is based out of San Diego, California and the Baja California area of Mexico, and we are currently promoting that region for charter management and are attracting owners from there.A lot of our boats regularly come over to the Mediterranean in summer and cruise all over the region. We also have a yacht based in Greece that we manage out of our US office.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312343/image/large-9830cfaa5d4a0e3abbc66b1ab6004b6f.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312343">What goes into the management process to make it seamless and successful?One of the core principles in our charter management process is matchmaking. We try to attract like-minded and commercially-minded owners who really want to give us a shot at chartering. It's important to us that our clients share our ambition and understand what it takes to run a successful charter programme.During the pandemic, there was an influx of yachts that entered the charter market due to the tremendous increase in demand for yacht charters as a safe vacation alternative. What we then experienced was a lot of owners who had quickly put their yachts into the charter market, but maybe without having the experience or education about what makes a charter boat successful, and an unawareness of some of the realities that come with chartering. &nbsp;A lot of owners today are more ambitious, and have certain ideas about revenue from charter in their minds, which applies a lot of pressure. &nbsp;But that's why it's equally as important for us to be able to manage their expectations, right from the get go. We have these conversations with them while we're getting to understand what it is that they're looking for in charter management. &nbsp;We are very thorough, even when we receive interest from owners who are looking to transition from another brokerage house over to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a>. We remain selective with who we take on because we don't want to over-promise and under-deliver, especially in the softening market that we're experiencing overall.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312344/image/large-aa3da34a57e671ecc422a7185a446098.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312344">In terms of bookings for 2024, how are you doing compared with this time last year?We're slightly ahead of how we were doing this time last year and have grown our fleet since then too. So we are staying really positive. There is interest, there are bookings, and people are still chartering...

Charter management and key charter market trends interview with Liliana Lopez IYC

Liliana Lopez, Head of Charter Management US at IYC, talks managing the world’s largest charter fleet and emerging charter market trends of 2024.

Q&A: Charter management & key market trends with IYC’s Liliana Lopez

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7699" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VanDutch Yachts (Company)">VanDutch Yachts</a> has announced the launch of its new superyacht line, with models spanning from 24 to 120-metres. Developed in partnership with Hartform Yacht Design, the collection aims to integrate <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7699" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VanDutch Yachts (Company)">VanDutch Yachts</a>’ iconic design DNA, with a bespoke range of superyachts. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312729/image/large-4b02c60b8bba74eec6a75370e5410a1a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312729">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7699" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VanDutch Yachts (Company)">VanDutch Yachts</a> superyacht line, which is part of Vanguard Dutch Marine, includes six models; the VD80, VD100, VD160, VD200, VD230, and the flagship VD400. Each yacht is fully customisable, allowing clients to tailor the general arrangement, colour scheme and interior finishes to meet their needs. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312730/image/large-fef7036457d768efb9d7508815d65867.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312730">“The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7699" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VanDutch Yachts (Company)">VanDutch Yachts</a> superyacht line is a testament to the brand's commitment to innovation and excellence,” explained <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7699" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VanDutch Yachts (Company)">VanDutch Yachts</a>. “Featuring exclusive and high-end materials, these yachts are designed with the utmost attention to detail and quality.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312731/image/large-bc0ac1849aeaea581bdb89b62b2dd974.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312731">Each yacht in the superyacht collection features sleek and powerful lines, with an iconic <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7699" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VanDutch Yachts (Company)">VanDutch Yachts</a> straight bow. Constructed from aluminium, the yachts have been designed by Hartform Yacht Design, with interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/205" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cristiano Gatto Design (Company)">Cristiano Gatto</a> on the VD80 and VD230 models. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312736/image/large-fd2439af93c73072d2a2333d8315c74d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312736">The entry-level VD80 yacht can comfortably accommodate up to six guests across a three ensuite stateroom configuration, with her full-beam master stateroom situated amidships on the lower deck, while a VIP suite can be found at the bow.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312737/image/large-8e5243f2a1cf4612775b775ad291f800.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312737"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312738/image/large-df2406c5bb61ac62dde942c708f66201.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312738">Described by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7699" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VanDutch Yachts (Company)">VanDutch Yachts</a> as an “agile superyacht” the VD80 yacht is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> V12 2,200 horsepower engines, providing her with an impressive top speed of 46 knots and a cruising speed of 34 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312728/image/large-46e50d603a0c3e69c326c557e388a683.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312728">The flagship 120-metre VD400 yacht offers 5,500 GT of interior volume, with accommodation for up to 24 guests and a crew of 32. The middle of the range yacht, 60-metre VD200 yacht is described by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7699" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VanDutch Yachts (Company)">VanDutch Yachts</a> as the “superior sport superyacht”, with accommodation for up to 12 guests and 15 crew. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312681/image/large-e10c54be6f5730311ae27caeb7a37d7a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312681"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312682/image/large-d39c94f04ab688949fc16cb9256335ab.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312682">The VD230 also offers versatility on her fordeck, with the option to transform the foredeck to suit the needs at that time, with four different configuations. The foredeck can serve as a tranquil swimming pool, as well as doubling up as a secure tender garage.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312683/image/large-c99ae95add1147e48ee23e3a3f0e2c89.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312683"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312684/image/large-6445d29afd03080aff2fe1ed7c464d56.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312684">It can also be converted into a touch-and-go helicopter platform, while at night-time the fordeck transitions into an entertainment area, complete with a large foldable C Seed television and premium speaker system.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312734/image/large-d81c2d958977f83f7e7a34e6c628f16e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312734"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312735/image/large-7c2cc25007c50ae9bdce70acd2195640.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312735">“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7699" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VanDutch Yachts (Company)">VanDutch Yachts</a> is not just about yachts; it is a lifestyle brand known for its innovative design and luxurious offerings,” added <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7699" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VanDutch Yachts (Company)">VanDutch Yachts</a>. “With the launch of the superyacht line, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7699" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VanDutch Yachts (Company)">VanDutch Yachts</a> continues to push the boundaries of high-performance and luxury maritime experiences.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312691/image/large-84dbd457e5c6bace807f7b2edeab0177.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312691" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">

VanDutch Yachts unveils new superyacht line up to 120m

VanDutch Yachts has announced the launch of its new superyacht line, with models spanning from 24 to 120-metres.

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