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Yachts attending the Bahamas Charter Yacht Show 2025

SuperYacht Times takes a look at the yachts that will be present at the upcoming Bahamas Charter Yacht Show 2025. 



Following the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/234" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show - 2024">2024 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show</a> and Donald Trump’s election as President of the United States, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4509" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYacht Times (Company)">SuperYacht Times</a> and <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SuperYacht iQ</a> provide an update on key metrics of the US superyacht fleet and market. This report delves into the economic and political factors shaping the market in 2024, as well as the key trends to watch in the year ahead.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/336451/image/large-8646b2a10715e73e36c3682f9f3c706d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/336451">Biggest owners, but not the biggest buildersAccording to the <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SuperYacht iQ</a> annual report, <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/market-reports/the-state-of-yachting-2024" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">The State of Yachting 2024</a>, US owners have the biggest share of the world fleet over 40 metres, with a 23.7% share of the number of yachts. Historically, US shipyards also had a large share of the superyacht new-build market, but their presence all but disappeared in the years following the global financial crisis of 2008. As of late 2024, the main remaining US players over 30 metres are <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/47" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Delta Marine (Company)">Delta Marine</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/217" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Westport Yachts (Company)">Westport Yachts</a>, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/145" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burger Boat Company (Company)">Burger Boat</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/466" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hatteras Yachts (Company)">Hatteras Yachts</a> has also extensively built yachts over 30 metres in the past, and is still capable of doing so. The same can be said for some of the dedicated US sportfisherman yacht builders, who still build a significant number of yachts between 24 and 30 metres each year.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304581/image/large-3d2f28597b4ac5981aeebfd08c1f4ffe.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304581">As US builders used to have a significant presence, it may come as no surprise that their share of the operating fleet over 30 metres is still quite large, at 785 yachts out of 6,006 a share of 13%. US yards’ share of the construction book over 30 metres is smaller however, with 10 yachts out of a total of 616, amounting to a share of just 1.6%.Shannon McCoy, Yacht Sales and Charter Consultant at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2529" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Worth Avenue Yachts (Company)">Worth Avenue Yachts</a> comments: “Many of my clients prefer US-built yachts, so it’s unfortunate that we’ve lost renowned American shipyards like <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/149" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Christensen Shipyards, LLC. (Company)">Christensen</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/106" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Trinity Yachts (Company)">Trinity,</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/121" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palmer Johnson Yachts (Company)">Palmer Johnson</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/613" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lazzara Yachts (Company)">Lazzara</a>, and custom Northwest yards such as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/610" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northcoast Yachts (Company)">North Coast</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/735" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northern Marine Co. LLC (Company)">Northern</a>. Many Americans want to support local businesses, and these yards produced – and continue to produce – exceptional yachts. It would be great to revive these lost brands, create US jobs, and deliver superb products once again from the US.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/32303/image/large-4c9e3ae385bcf6e96f2d996d82ef2e9a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/32303">US buyers continue to lead in new-build purchasesWhile domestic superyacht construction may have dwindled, the appetite of US buyers for new-builds has not. In fact, it rose sharply during the pandemic and has remained strong throughout 2024. Between 1 January 2019 and 30 September 2024, <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SuperYacht iQ</a> recorded 1,260 new-build sales worldwide over 30 metres, and for 939 of those, we have been able to identify at least the buying owner’s nationality. Of those 939, some 258 new yachts were bought by US owners, a share of 27%. In reality, the US share is probably even higher, as many new-build sales are not public and it may take some time to identify the buyer.&nbsp;The number of new-build purchases over 30 metres by US buyers peaked at 65 yachts in 2021. This number remained relatively steady in 2022, with 61 sales to US buyers, despite a declining market. During the same period, global sales of new-builds over 30 metres dropped by 20% in terms of the number of yachts sold. In 2023, there was a further decline, with sales dropping back to pre-Covid levels, reaching just 36 sales.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/335820/image/large-a26c598cab211aed815ee4bfa721defc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/335820">Unfortunately, 2024 has so far been less favourable for new-build sales to US clients, with only 24 sales in the first three quarters, meaning the market could see around 32 sales by the end of the year if this trend continues. Nevertheless, the US market continues to occupy first place in worldwide new superyacht sales.<ul><li style="font-style: italic;">Further reading:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/fort-lauderdale-international-boat-show-2024-seminars" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">A full summary of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2024 seminars</a></li></ul>Looking at used yacht salesIn the used yacht market, American buyers leave an even greater mark. Since the beginning of 2019 until the end of September 2024, US buyers have accounted for 40% of the sold used yachts over 30 metres for which we know the buying owner’s nationality. A total of 2,098 used yachts were sold worldwide in this period, and for 1,373 of these, <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SuperYacht iQ</a> identified the buying owner’s nationality. 545 of these were US buyers, a share of 40%.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/335817/image/large-70c31922d53c49a7d29c1b0b708a2b9b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/335817">As with new-build sales, sales of used yachts to US buyers peaked in 2021, at 170 yachts, but then started quite a steep downward trajectory, down to just 75 sales in 2023, which was below pre-COVID levels. In the first three quarters of 2024, <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SuperYacht iQ</a> noted a mere 36 used yacht sales to US buyers, which suggests the year could end on around 50 sales.According to Kevin Ralph, Yacht Consultant at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2529" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Worth Avenue Yachts (Company)">Worth Avenue Yachts</a>, this market contraction is interpreted as a “return to normal” after the brokerage boom witnessed during the COVID-19 pandemic. “The number of large superyachts sold, both in brokerage and new sales, was unprecedented during the COVID pandemic, peaking in 2021, leading to a significant run-up in pricing. As the saying goes, what goes up must come down.” Other factors contributing to this trend include economic and political uncertainty, causing many potential buyers to adopt a “wait and see” stance regarding yacht acquisitions or upgrades. This year has also seen a record number of elections, alongside continued instability in both the Middle East and Ukraine.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/338862/image/large-abbaa8c0aab5a21331add754c8b1bf89.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/338862">US Presidential electionsThe 2024 US presidential elections, held on 5 November, brought some predictability to what had been a year marked by uncertainty. “In a presidential election year, US superyacht sales tend to slow down as buyers often feel uncertain about the financial future. Many prefer to wait until after the election to make large purchases, like a yacht, once they have a clearer picture of the economic outlook,” explains <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a> sales and charter broker Mark Elliott. This year, “inflation and market jitters” also compounded these effects, he adds.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217589/image/large-e99ae030f5049a0678404c9d8941c3fe.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217589">Kevin Ralph notes that “this slowdown began to be felt at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/183" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show - 2023">FLIBS 2023</a> and became more apparent at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach International Boat Show - 2024">Palm Beach International Boat Show</a> in March 2024.” He adds: “I don’t believe this is truly a slowdown when viewed against longer-term statistics, but given the unprecedented recent sales cycle, many will perceive it as such.” He also points out that “while the US presidential elections may have some effect on the market, they are not nearly as significant as the deflation of the sales cycle and pricing caused by the global COVID pandemic, which has no real equivalent in modern history.”Now that the election results are in, the market’s trajectory remains uncertain. Mark Elliott predicts that “uncertainty [will linger] until at least a month after the election, and it may take longer to stabilise.” He hopes for “price stabilisation, interest rate cuts, and a less volatile stock market” to boost confidence in the coming months.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/335703/image/large-eeea4c66d3eb6cc4371ee7c2007f2c31.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/335703">Looking ahead, Kevin Ralph believes that “the sales cycle will reset, regardless of which political party takes office; the only question is how significant the reset will be and how long it will be before it takes hold. We’ll have a much clearer picture after November, but I expect some confusion until January when the next president enters office. Then depending on which side wins, there will be some additional time while people work out the tax implications. Either way, I expect 2025 to continue at a more normalised pace.”Superyacht trends to watchMark Elliott observes that more buyers are “looking to charter their superyachts,” and expedition-style and support vessels are gaining popularity. While demand for superyachts over 80 metres remains strong, he expects this trend to unfold more slowly. Shannon McCoy highlights that the 70-metre-plus market has limited availability of well-priced late-model yachts.&nbsp;Her younger clients often seek larger spaces, expansive outdoor areas, bigger hot tubs, and floor-to-ceiling windows for natural light. Primary staterooms with private outdoor space are also in high demand. Brands like <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/217" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Westport Yachts (Company)">Westport</a> are frequently mentioned. Shannon McCoy further adds that the pandemic sparked interest in spending more time on the water, but many found smaller yachts lacked the necessary storage, range, and amenities, driving demand for larger, exploration yachts.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/335808/image/large-f78633fc2154007bc1ab933c4346d9e7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/335808">Pierre Badin, Europe Broker with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a>, highlights that sport fishing is particularly popular in the US, a trend not seen as much in Europe. “The first question I often get from American buyers is about the draft of the boat, which is something European buyers rarely ask. In the US, buyers want a boat with a shallow draft to get close to the beautiful beaches in the Bahamas,” he adds. Pierre Badin also highlights that American buyers typically purchase superyachts for the Caribbean season, which runs from Christmas to June. “Regardless of a global slowdown in superyacht sales, the US is still the largest buying segment and the most active brokerage market in Florida in the winter (and there’s still some great cruising in the Bahamas and Caribbean),” reminds Kevin Ralph.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/338863/image/large-1e155bf7c29dbd207464fbc1e99c7d6b.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/338863">As the US superyacht sales market navigates economic and political uncertainty, including the impending presidential election, industry stakeholders remain cautious yet optimistic. While recent trends indicate a contraction, the resilience of American buyers and brokers will be crucial in adapting to the evolving landscape of superyacht sales in the coming year.

The US superyacht market in a nutshell

Post-FLIBS 2024 and Trump’s election, explore the US superyacht market trends, buyer preferences, and economic factors shaping the industry’s future.

Yachts at Palm Beach International Boat Show 2023

With the Palm Beach International Boat Show quickly approaching, SYT takes a look at some of the yachts attending this year’s event.

The largest yachts attending Palm Beach International Boat Show 2023

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/182772/image/large-8e5be0fc2b365cd27cd5f3e712e166b2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/182772">Motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1019" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Time For Us45.9m (150'7&quot;)Delta Marine2012">Time for Us</a> was first launched in 2011 under the name Monarch. The yacht’s hull was built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/735" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northern Marine Co. LLC (Company)">Northern Marine&nbsp;</a>in Anacortes, Washington before being transported to the Seattle based shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/47" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Delta Marine (Company)">Delta Marine</a> for completion. Her naval architecture is the work of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1129" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Roddan Engineering (Company)">Roddan Engineering</a>, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/249" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jonathan Quinn Barnett Ltd (Company)">Jonathan Quinn Barnett</a> was responsible for both her interior and exterior design. The vessel has undergone several ownership changes over the years, bearing the name Just J’s and later 10, before being <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/48228" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The 46m Delta superyacht 10 sold in just four months (2018-03-12 11:30:00 +0100)">sold in 2018</a> to her current owner.&nbsp;She accommodates up to 10 guests on board over five luxurious staterooms. Spacious accommodation is also provided for a crew of up to 12. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1019" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Time For Us45.9m (150'7&quot;)Delta Marine2012">Time for Us&nbsp;</a>is both ABS and MCA certified and is wheelchair navigable, with extra-wide doors, spacious walkways and a centrally located elevator providing convenient access to all four decks. She has a maximum speed of 21 knots and a cruising speed of 18 knots.

Delta yacht Time for Us in Dry Tobago

The 46-metre American-built motor yacht Tme for Us seen at anchor off Florida's Dry Tobago island. 

The Delta yacht Time for Us in Dry Tobago

The 25.76-metre explorer yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Islander 25.6m (83'12&quot;)Northern Marine Co. LLC2006">Islander</a> has been sold by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/526" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northrop and Johnson (Company)">Northrop &amp; Johnson</a> broker Whit Kirtland who acted on behalf of the seller. After just two months on the market, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Islander 25.6m (83'12&quot;)Northern Marine Co. LLC2006">Islander</a> had a last asking price of $2,295,000. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/116613/image/large-c1fc2058d3a1e0d11fa6c00161a46d79.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/116613">Built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/735" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northern Marine Co. LLC (Company)">Northern Marine</a> in 2006, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Islander 25.6m (83'12&quot;)Northern Marine Co. LLC2006">Islander</a> has accomplished many far-flung journeys with her previous owner thanks to her sturdy fibreglass hull, heavy steel plate that runs the length of her keel and a bulb at her bow. Having designed the yacht's exterior, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/735" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northern Marine Co. LLC (Company)">Northern Marine</a> incorporated a flybridge with a full helm station, alfresco dining and large hardtop with two sliding hatches for sunlight. Guests can also make use of the additional alfresco dining areas on the main deck aft and the yacht's tender, which is stored on the boat deck aft.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/118447/image/large-a617bb61c73ed00684fa6158dc7fc025.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/118447"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/118445/image/large-1b54d0ff7c6420bdb51a6ffa82b5233c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/118445">Inside, three staterooms are able to accommodate up to six guests, with the owner's suite on the most stable and quietest part of the yacht. Decorated with hand-selected Makore woods and luxury furniture, the interior layout features an open-plan style for the main saloon, dining and galley.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/118446/image/large-3fb421adbe63585cfe2597003a9de23c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/118446">With an economical 5,000 nautical mile range, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Islander 25.6m (83'12&quot;)Northern Marine Co. LLC2006">Islander</a> can reach a top speed of 10 knots and be taken care of by up to two crew members. She recently underwent maintenance works at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Thunderbolt Marine (Company)">Thunderbolt Marine</a> in the US.

26m explorer yacht Islander sold after 2 months

The 25.76-metre explorer yacht Islander has been sold by Northrop & Johnson broker Whit Kirtland; who acted on behalf of the seller. 

<img src="/uploads/store/photo/34909/image/large-1f22f8df03b4a824b48f59a1bb796f18.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/34909">Based in Vancouver, Canada, the 46.2-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1017" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="After Eight46.2m (151'7&quot;)">After Eight</a> was seen last week cruising underneath the city’s famous Burrard Street Bridge. The yacht was launched in 2007 at Northern Marine in the States to a design by Jonathan Quinn Barnett and forms part of the yard’s 151 Tri-Deck series.

The 46m superyacht After Eight cruising in Vancouver

The 39.62-metre Northern Marine motor yacht, Magic, listed for sale with Moran Yacht &amp; Ship has been sold.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/15852/image/large-5fceb92688c462909b0b274f966f9186.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/15852"> Built by Northern Marine in 2005 and undergoing an extensive refit in 2014, Magic features interior and exterior design from the US-based Setzer Yacht Architects. As part of her 2014 refit, Setzer Yacht Architects were also commissioned to reconfigure her sundeck.&nbsp;Other new features installed during the refit include a hydraulic swim platform and a carbon fibre hardtop with UV-protected skylights.&nbsp;On board, the 39.62-metre motor yacht accommodates 10 guests in five ensuite staterooms, including a main deck master suite and four doubles. Powered by twin MTU 12V 2000 engines, Magic has a top speed of 18 knots and a cruising speed of 14 knots, with a range of more than 3,000 nautical miles at cruising speed.&nbsp;At the time of sale, Magic&nbsp;was listed at an asking price of $9,950,000.

Northern Marine motor yacht Magic sold

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Superyacht After Eight cruising in Vancouver

Recently seen cruising off Vancouver Island in Canada is the 46 metre superyacht After Eight. Launched by Northern Marine in 2007, After Eight was the first yacht in the 151 Tri-Deck series. The second yacht, Bella Bri (now Freedom), was launched in the following year. Both yachts were designed by the talented team of Jonathan Quinn Barnett, who among others also designed the interiors of the 126 metre Octopus. After Eight is privately used by her Canadian owner and she can often be found in the Vancouver area.

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Superyacht After Eight cruising in Vancouver

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Superyacht Just J’s in Fort Lauderdale

Previously named Monarch, the 45.90 metre superyacht Just J’s is pictured here in Fort Lauderdale. Launched in 2011, her hull was built by Northern Marine in Anacortes, Washington before being transported to the Seattle based shipyard Delta Marine for completion. Her naval architecture is the work of Roddan Engineering, whilst Jonathan Quinn Barnett was responsible for both her interior and exterior design. Her owner recently took delivery of his new yacht, a 61 metre yacht built by Hakvoort in the Netherlands by the same name.

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Delta superyacht Just J’s in Fort Lauderdale

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/156957/image/large-a7a1427207b858c8e5f0c4190d0e6e47.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/156957">Superyacht Freedom in Fort LauderdaleLaunched as Bella Bri in 2008 at the Northern Marine shipyard in Washington, USA, the 46 metre Freedom is a high-volume superyacht designed by Jonathan Quinn Barnett, with naval architecture by Roddan Engineering. The luxury yacht accommodates 10 guests in 5 staterooms and 12 crew in 6 cabins. Twin 2,735hp MTU diesel engines propel the yacht up to a speed of 20.5 knots. She was seen yesterday in Fort Lauderdale.The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show kicks off today, and is regarded as the largest yachting event in the world stretching across 3 million sq. ft. and seven venues. The event runs until Monday.By Charl van Rooy, photo by Tom van Oossanen

46m superyacht Freedom in Fort Lauderdale

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/152786/image/large-9aaec20cde77ee66960ade10d8dbe411.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/152786">Superyacht Just J's in MiamiPreviously named Monarch, the 45.90 metre superyacht Just J’s is pictured here in Miami. Launched in 2011, her hull was built by Northern Marine in Anacortes, Washington before being transported to the Seattle based shipyard Delta Marine for completion. Her naval architecture is the work of Roddan Engineering, whilst Jonathan Quinn Barnett was responsible for both her interior and exterior design.She accommodates up to 10 guests on board over five luxurious staterooms. Spacious accommodation is also provided for a crew of up to 12. She is both ABS and MCA certified and is wheelchair navigable, with extra wide doors, spacious walkways and a centrally located elevator providing convenient access to all four decks. She has a maximum speed of 21 knots and a cruising speed of 18 knots.By Gemma Fottles, photo by Merijn de Waard / <a href="http://www.superyachtphoto.com" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 1.6em;" target="_blank">SuperYachtPhoto.com</a>

Superyacht Just J's in Miami

On Sunday, May 18, 2014, New World Yacht Builders LLC (DBA Northern Marine) suffered a major accident during the launch of its new 90’ expedition yacht, as the yacht capsized onto its port side during the launch and settled to the bottom of the launch area. Fortunately, the experienced master and crew responded to the peril professionally and all aboard escaped, with only two employees suffering minor cuts. There was no property damage to the surrounding launch area and potential environmental contamination was negated as a result of instant response to avoid possible fuel leakage, of which there was none.Since the casualty, there has been much speculation as to what happened, often with little or no supporting evidence. Northern Marine is cooperating with the United States Coast Guard in its investigation into incident.<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/SA139bHv8og" width="560"></iframe>Northern Marine has launch more than 35 vessels, ranging from 57 to 151 foot motor yachts, with all of its trawler models having been launched using transport dollies at the same ramp where the accident occurred on the 18th. Northern Marine continues to have complete confidence in its trawler designs, all of which have been tank tested and passed the same United States Coast Guard (USCG) stability standards applied to commercial fishing vessels operating in the North Pacific. Northern Marine trawlers have safely sailed to destinations throughout world, such as the 75-foot Starship that successfully completed a 1000 day, 78,000 mile journey to explore parts the world rarely seen by mankind.Northern Marine believes the 90 foot yacht involved in the launch accident to be no exception. Since the accident, the project naval architect/Professional Engineer has confirmed that the yacht, as designed, had adequate stability with the amount of ballast aboard at the time of launch, provided that “severe heeling moments” were not induced during the launch. Unfortunately, it appears that just such a severe heeling moment did occur during the launch. While investigations as to the cause of the capsizing are continuing, the physical evidence on, and adjacent to, the launch ramp suggests that the dolly carrying the weight of the port stern of the yacht may have suddenly dropped off the edge of the boat ramp during the launch, causing the vessel to experience a sudden list to port from which it could not recover in its light condition for launch.As noted above, the official USCG investigation continues and Northern Marine will cooperate in those investigations to their conclusion. Northern Marine is also working closely with the yacht’s purchaser and their insurance underwriters to address the losses resulting from the accident.

Northern Marine comments on capsizing of 90’ expedition yacht

The new owners of the 40-meter Northern Marine Magic have commissioned Setzer - the original designer and naval architect for the yacht - to assist in a refit design.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/144212/image/large-c049a5ac5cf81c372e2179b5f644e353.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/123522">Updates currently under consideration include a re-configuration of the flybridge, an upgrade to the stabilization package, and the addition of a beach club transformer to the swim platform.Magic is a luxury tri-deck motoryacht featuring a classic mahogany interior and shallow draft hull ideal for island cruising. Other design elements include an open sundeck with spa and grilling area, large gourmet galley, a spacious owner's suite with office, and two king staterooms with in-suite baths.Setzer Yacht Architects +1 919 859 7014 <a href="mailto:info@setzerdesign.com?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@setzerdesign.com</a> <a href="http://www.setzerdesign.com/" target="_blank">www.setzerdesign.com</a>

Original designers of superyacht Magic involved in refit redesign

Moran Yacht &amp; Ship, and RJC Yachts have sold superyacht Magic. Magic is a 39.6 metre tri-deck motoryacht built by Northern Marine and custom designed by Ward Setzer. She offers an elegant classic interior of rich satin mahogany featuring custom raised panels and moldings throughout. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141693/image/large-45602756a4f0b426e6dbce072e52514f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/123522">Her luxurious five stateroom layout provides a full beam, on-deck master stateroom along with two king VIP Staterooms and two additional guest staterooms below, all with ensuite marble baths. A spacious salon, formal dining, skylounge, upper and lower aft decks, flybridge with jacuzzi, and gourmet galley complete her fabulous accommodations. Powered by economical MTU 12V-2000's with 1480 HP, she cruises comfortably at 14 knots while providing 18 knot top end speed. <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1763">Magic</a> was for sale with an asking price of $12,900,000.Moran Yacht &amp; Ship +1 954 768 0707 <a href="mailto:info@moranyachts.com?subject=Moran%20Yacht%20%26%20Ship%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@moranyachts.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.moranyachts.com/">www.moranyachts.com</a> RJC Yachts +1 (954) 525-7484 <a href="mailto:info@rjcyachts.com?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@rjcyachts.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.rjcyachts.com/">www.rjcyachts.com</a> By Maarten Janssen

Northern Marine superyacht Magic sold

From the Fort Lauderdale office of Yachtzoo we receive news about the sale of the 45.90 metre Bella Bri . Bella Bri's new owner was introduced by RJC Yachts. Bella Bri was built by Northern Marine in 2008 with interior and exterior design by Jonathan Quinn Barnett. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/139685/image/large-90ee33cd6c10d1880c4f28a850f0dcca.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130304">The luxury yacht accommodates 10 guests in 5 staterooms and 12 crew in 6 cabins. Twin 2,735hp MTU diesel engines propel the yacht up to a speed of 20.5 knots. <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1018">Bella Bri</a> was asking $ 21,500,000.Yachtzoo Rob Newton +1 954 478 2136 <a href="mailto:rob@yacht-zoo.com?subject=M/Y%20Bella%20Bri%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">rob@yacht-zoo.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.yacht-zoo.com">www.yacht-zoo.com</a> RJC Yachts Robert Cury +1 954 525 7488 <a href="mailto:rjcyachts@aol.com?subject=M/Y%20Bella%20Bri%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">rjcyachts@aol.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.rjcyachts.com/">www.rjcyachts.com</a> By Maarten Janssen