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SuperYacht Times Synopsis July

The SuperYacht Times Synopsis, as brought to you by SYT iQ, gives you the rundown of the top business stories and market reports from last month.

SYT Synopsis: Top yacht news from  July

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>’s 56-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3998" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Candy56.0m (183'9&quot;)Benetti SpA2013">Lady Candy</a> sold in Singapore after being on the market for 167 days. Nicholas Hidiroglou of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2725" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Parsifal Yachting S.A. (Company)">Parsifal Yachting</a> introduced the buyer to the table, while it was Gregory Gheraia of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4568" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Black Orange Yachts (Company)">Black Orange Yachts</a> who represented the seller. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/23508/image/large-6ac9621e2532177312dc14ce2dfe7ed1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/23508">The superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3998" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Candy56.0m (183'9&quot;)Benetti SpA2013">Lady Candy</a> was launched in 2013 and features an exterior and interior design penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2490" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Central Yacht (Company)">Central Yacht</a>. With 962 GT of interior volume and six staterooms, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3998" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Candy56.0m (183'9&quot;)Benetti SpA2013">Lady Candy</a> can comfortably accommodate as many as 12 guests. The superyacht also has seven cabins for 13 crew members.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/23519/image/large-1ddae01151cdf59c0a9dc53cd114b081.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/23519"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/23524/image/large-ba802368e248e53eca888c2a7c0b0cf1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/23524"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/23526/image/large-105863e7befc282e970a9e4b5efe0c51.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/23526">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3998" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Candy56.0m (183'9&quot;)Benetti SpA2013">Lady Candy</a> draws power from twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines that give her a cruising speed of 15 knots and a top speed of 17 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/23522/image/large-21a9dfcfbfee180bb74df9aa3ef5a233.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/23522">The superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3998" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Candy56.0m (183'9&quot;)Benetti SpA2013">Lady Candy</a> was asking $32,000,000 at the time of her sale.&nbsp;

Benetti 56m superyacht Lady Candy sold

Benetti’s 56m superyacht Lady Candy sold with a last known asking price of $32,000,000.

The Italian shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA Yachts</a>, a brand of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1757" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palumbo Superyachts (Company)">Palumbo Superyachts</a>, has announced the sale of a custom 80-metre superyacht project designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino</a>. The yacht will be constructed at the Ancona shipyard and will be scheduled for delivery in 2026. The client was introduced by Nicholas Hidiroglou of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2725" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Parsifal Yachting S.A. (Company)">Parsifal Yachting</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/234562/image/large-744fcaf87db1e5ea57a8ef871a25a1a9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/234562"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1757" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palumbo Superyachts (Company)">Palumbo Superyachts</a> will pen the yachts naval engineering in joint collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1181" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydro Tec S.r.l. (Company)">Hydrotec</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Øino</a> commented, “We are delighted to be working with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> on this exciting project. Owners are experienced and have a keen eye for aesthetics and a background in naval architecture. We can't wait to see the final result of this mix of skills and professionalism that will materialise over the next few years.”"An avant-garde, fully custom project, which consolidates our company’s presence in the international superyacht panorama. A new collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino</a>, an undisputed professional in the sector, whose creativity I have always appreciated”, comments Giuseppe Palumbo, Sole Director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1757" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palumbo Superyachts (Company)">Palumbo Superyachts</a>.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1757" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palumbo Superyachts (Company)">Palumbo Superyachts</a> currently has 14 other yachts from 24-80 metres under construction&nbsp;

ISA Yachts sells 80m custom superyacht

ISA Yachts has just announced the sale of an 80m custom superyacht with Espen Øino.

ISA Yachts announces sale of 80m custom superyacht by Espen Øino

The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/636" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantieri Navali Rizzardi (Company)">Cantieri Navali Rizzardi</a> 32.1-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1052" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Naughty By Nature32.1m (105'4&quot;)Cantieri Navali Rizzardi2002">Naughty by Nature</a> has been sold. Hakan Altinel from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1826" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Altinel Shipyard (Company)">Altinel Shipyard Yacht Brokerage</a> represented the seller during these negotiations, while Achilleas Grammatikopoulos from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2725" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Parsifal Yachting S.A. (Company)">Parsifal Yachting</a> introduced the buyer. The last known asking price was €1,850,00. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/53712/image/large-23654d135104cf1486845eef635e1e67.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/53712"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1052" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Naughty By Nature32.1m (105'4&quot;)Cantieri Navali Rizzardi2002">Naughty by Nature</a> was custom-built back in 2002 with an interior and exterior designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/586" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Francesco Paszkowski (Company)">Francesco Paszkowski</a>. She then underwent a refit in 2017 that refreshed her styling and emphasised her elegance and comfort. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/207904/image/large-e91067862e3e7e3605c707908bcd12a1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/207904">With an interior volume of 215 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1052" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Naughty By Nature32.1m (105'4&quot;)Cantieri Navali Rizzardi2002">Naughty by Nature</a> can comfortably accommodate up to 10 guests across her five staterooms. She also has ample room for leisure and entertainment, making her the perfect yacht for socialising and entertaining friends. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/207902/image/large-8c1e43a53631df1901649ae5e55972b0.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/207902">Under the hull sits twin 2,285 horsepower <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines that generate enough power to give her a top speed of 24 knots and a cruising speed of 20 knots.&nbsp;

32m Naughty by Nature motor yacht sold

The Cantieri Navali Rizzardi 32m motor yacht Naughty by Nature has been sold with a last asking price of €1,850,00.

Cantieri Navali Rizzardi 32m Naughty by Nature motor yacht sold

The 59.3-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/515" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Iman59.4m (194'11&quot;)Benetti SpA2008">Iman</a>&nbsp;(ex:&nbsp;I Dynasty)&nbsp;has found a new owner, with Konstantin Kolpakov from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Arcon Yachts (Company)">Arcon Yachts</a> representing the seller and Nicholas Hidiroglou from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2725" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Parsifal Yachting S.A. (Company)">Parsifal Yachting</a> representing the buyer in the deal.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/77853/image/large-01307bcac10e3c7a794cea94a6a433b7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/77853">Delivered by<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">&nbsp;</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> in 2008, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/515" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Iman59.4m (194'11&quot;)Benetti SpA2008">Iman</a>&nbsp;features an exterior design by <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/companies/stefano-natucci" target="_blank">Stefano Natucci</a> and an interior by <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/companies/massari-design-s-r-l" target="_blank">Massari Design</a>, undergoing refit works between 2017-18. On board, she provides accommodation for up to 14 guests across a main-deck master suite, upper deck VIP and four double staterooms on the lower deck, two of which have additional Pullman bunks.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/77796/image/large-afdd3d3af5c6589f40071c608768c41c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/77796"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/77801/image/large-3e79a75fd4ceb620ba79ab0e4e9f8fee.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/77801">Her split-level master suite includes a full-beam bedroom with two separate bathrooms. In addition, as a standout feature for her owner, a semi-circular observation television lounge and study with 180-degree panoramic views can be reached via steps.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/77792/image/large-058f3fa5daa872dfe1021d3998d73dbc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/77792"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/77791/image/large-0ce066937449f7375254d4ad96318479.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/77791">Gloss panelling highlighted with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti's</a> signature joinery can be found throughout the staterooms, creating an elegant and calm atmosphere on board. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/77767/image/large-57a63e61da4cc5571baa62fbeb6b23e6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/77767"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/77803/image/large-1810ea2b89b1a115908f1bc54c03cf6d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/77803">Other standout areas on board motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/515" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Iman59.4m (194'11&quot;)Benetti SpA2008">Iman</a>&nbsp;include her sundeck which spans approximately 200 square metres, with screens surrounding the aft section for privacy. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/77824/image/large-71a2d894e9ec76721be22f826e12a8d2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/77824"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/77825/image/large-7034ed1778b1f6432541d7f4fdce1905.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/77825">Forward, guests can also make the most of her split-level semi-enclosed pool area complete with oval, oversized Jacuzzi.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/77814/image/large-aca7e4b7ed70a96f84c8857c3a9c6b04.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/77814"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/77817/image/large-34152286f2bc804b7a1b2b38efcc1137.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/77817">The main deck is classically styled with art deco features and offers guests a generous saloon, ideal for both entertaining and dining, thanks to the extended aft section found on the 59-metre series from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti.</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/77771/image/large-fe501d3618e9a17a34d20055afc3adf7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/77771"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/77829/image/large-3fc22c05a046afb1b7528ed37fa614e8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/77829"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/77858/image/large-f18f0b1ee735af0d7c8fd644127263f5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/77858">The vessel's power is provided by twin MTU diesel 1795hp engines which enable her to reach a top speed of 16 knots, with a range of 4,500 nautical miles at 12 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/77822/image/large-4c722fc021dc38d07200d51d7d776c15.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/77822">At the time of being listed as a <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale,</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/515" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Iman59.4m (194'11&quot;)Benetti SpA2008">Iman</a>&nbsp;was asking €23,500,000.&nbsp;

59m Benetti motor yacht Iman with a new owner 

The 59m Benetti motor yacht Iman has found a new owner. Take a look on board on SYT.

59m Benetti superyacht Iman sold 

The 49.95-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sotavento49.95m (163'11&quot;)Benetti SpA1999">Sotavento</a>, a 1999 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> motor yacht refitted in 2018, has been sold. Frank Grzeszczak, Jr. and Frank Grzeszczak, Sr. from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a> and Shannon McCoy from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2529" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Worth Avenue Yachts (Company)">Worth Avenue</a> represented the seller and Nicholas Hidiroglou from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2725" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Parsifal Yachting S.A. (Company)">Parsifal Yachting</a> introduced the buyer in this transaction.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/71971/image/large-3b4b2c9908706cda116e6257d79f05b9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/71971">Originally known as Lionheart and later as Cuor di Lione and Lumiere, the 49.95-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sotavento49.95m (163'11&quot;)Benetti SpA1999">Sotavento</a> was the fourth hull to be delivered from the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> Golden Bay series, and features naval architecture by the Italian shipyard’s in-house team and interior and exterior designs by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/245" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stefano Natucci (Company)">Stefano Natucci</a>. Offering ample volume and light in her guest areas, her interiors showcase materials including oak, honey-coloured onyx and marble. The main saloon features a lounge area with an entertainment system and is found adjacent to a separate dining area with a large glass table. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/71979/image/large-139e3c0d59a8231e9393df8b038106a4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/71979"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/71982/image/large-40cb6b9c23c052d418b1596eaf7acd4b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/71982">The Benetti yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sotavento49.95m (163'11&quot;)Benetti SpA1999">Sotavento</a> accommodates up to 12 guests in six staterooms made up of a main-deck master suite complete with Jacuzzi and offering panoramic views, a VIP, two doubles and two twin staterooms.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/71984/image/large-afa7feffb970882e59c665073c310958.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/71984"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/71986/image/large-63512413e6c8a063764503d70bf3a0ad.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/71986">Outside, guests on board <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sotavento49.95m (163'11&quot;)Benetti SpA1999">Sotavento</a> can enjoy alfresco dining in the aft deck skylounge on the which also features a games table. On the sundeck, a Jacuzzi, bar, covered living area and open-air media lounge provide the ideal source of entertainment.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/71976/image/large-4d494dac871116fa4ef4640df42b2bd8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/71976"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/71980/image/large-6aaf593d86ecadc363da7827760849d6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/71980">Her recently serviced engines allow motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sotavento49.95m (163'11&quot;)Benetti SpA1999">Sotavento</a> to reach up to 18.5 knots and to cruise comfortably at 16.5 knots, with a range of 3,800 nautical miles. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sotavento49.95m (163'11&quot;)Benetti SpA1999">Sotavento</a>’s last known asking price as a <a href="http://superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> was $9,900,000.

50m Benetti motor yacht Sotavento sold

The Benetti motor yacht Sotavento, a 49.95-metre Golden Bay series, has been sold to a new owner.

50m Benetti motor yacht Sotavento finds a new owner

It has been an active past 12 months on the brokerage scene, with a number of high profile yachts being listed for sale and various 60+ metre sales having had taken place. Here we take a look at just some of most notable transactions that have occurred in 2016.

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Leander G

Constructed by the German shipyard Peene-Werft in 1992, the popular charter superyacht Leander G found a new owner in February this year. Her original owner was Vice Admiral Sir Donald Gosling KCVO RNR, a member of Britain’s Royal Yacht Squadron, and was often used by the British Royal Family, notably Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Phillip on a tour of Britain, as well as Prince Charles and The Duchess of Cornwall in the Caribbean.

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Leander G features naval architecture and exterior design by Kusch Yachts, whilst her interior was undertaken in a joint venture by Pauline Nunns Associates, Katalin Landon and Heinz Vollers.

Elandess

After having only been listed for sale for two months earlier this year, the 60-metre Elandess was sold in April after having been listed for €52,500,000 through Burgess. She was sold by broker Glynn Smith at Denison Yacht Sales in the company’s largest deal to date.

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Built by Abeking &amp; Rasmussen in 2010, Elandess is styled by Donald Starkey and features a stunning interior by Bannenberg &amp; Rowell Design. The yacht has subsequently been renamed Elysian following the change of hands.

RM Elegant

72 metre superyacht RM Elegant was announced sold by Camper &amp; Nicholsons in April this year with Adam-Michael Papadakis having had represented the buyer and the seller.

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Complying with passenger vessel regulations, the 2005-built vessel is capable of accommodating 30 guests across 15 staterooms, with an impressive master suite spanning an entire deck.

Ester III

In certainly one of the most unique and controversial brokerage deals of the year, the 66-metre Ester III found a new owner after having been ordered to sell following the ruling of a Gibraltar court.

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Sold by Fraser Yachts with Burgess representing the buyer in the deal, the Lürssen built superyacht was renamed Iroquois shortly after the sale and has since made her way to Barcelona. 

Positive Carry

Moran Yacht &amp; Ship announced the sale of the 62 metre Feadship Positive Carry in June this year. The sale of the 2005-launched yacht was handled together with Cecil Wright &amp; Partners.

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Originally launched as Rasselas, she features expansive outdoor areas including a touch-and-go helicopter capability and superbly designed interiors. The superyacht offers accommodation for 12 in six cabins.

Capri

The 58.6-metre Lürssen superyacht Capri changed hands in November after having been listed for sale by Burgess and Y.CO. Parsifal Yachting represented the buyer in a deal reportedly valued at €24,950,000.

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Built by Lürssen in 2003, Capri features naval architecture by Lürssen whilst Glade Johnson Design undertook both her interior and exterior design. Constructed out of steel and aluminium, she has a Gross Tonnage of 1,226 and is Lloyd registered.

Meridian

Now named Party Girl, the 62-5-metre Icon superyacht Meridian was sold in July after having been listed through Rob Newton at Superyacht Sales and Charter at an asking price of €57,500,000.

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Completed in 2012 by Icon Yachts and marking the third superyacht to come out of the Dutch shipyard, Party Girl delivered in 2013 as Maidelle. She features a timeless exterior design by the British studio Redman Whiteley Dixon Ltd., while her interior comes from the drawing board of Cristiano Gatto Design.

Solemar

Another 60+ metre sale in April was Solemar – the 61.5-metre Amels superyacht built in 2003. Solemar was listed for sale by Matt Albert at Yachting Partners International, with Curtis Stokes of Curtis Stokes &amp; Associates representing the buyer in the deal.

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With a stellar record as a successful charter yacht, Solemar has been kept in good condition since her launch. She accommodates up to 12 guests over six luxurious cabins, consisting of a VIP cabin in the bridge deck, four double cabins on the lower deck, and an expansive split level main deck master suite.

Lady Lara

Y.CO announced in March this year that the 59.3-metre Benetti superyacht Lady Lara had been sold. At the time of sale, she was listed at an asking price of €35,000,000.

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Lady Luck as she is now known, features naval architecture by the in-house team at Benetti and exterior design by Stefano Natucci. Studio Massari Interior Architecture and Design were responsible for her opulent interiors, with all interior furnishings hailing from the Fendi Fashion House.

Genesi

A year after her launch in Ancona, Italy, and two months since she made her international show debut in Monaco, Wider Yachts has announced today that their Wider 150 superyacht Genesi has been sold. Golan Levi from Swell Yachting represented the Canadian buyer.

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The super silent diesel-electric yacht, now known as Bartali, is the Italian shipyard’s first superyacht. The 50-metre Cecilia is currently under construction with construction on the new Wider 125 to commence early next year.

Top 10: largest yacht sales of 2016

After having been listed for sale by Burgess and Y.CO, the 58.6-metre superyacht has found a new owner with Parsifal Yachting representing the buyer. Capri was listed for sale at €24,950,000.

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Built by Lürssen in 2003, Capri features naval architecture by Lürssen whilst Glade Johnson Design undertook both her interior and exterior design. Constructed out of steel and aluminium, she has a Gross Tonnage of 1,226 and is Lloyd registered. She completed an extensive refit at Turkish shipyard Dunya Yachts in 2010, including a full repaint of the hull and superstructure.

Onboard she accommodates up to 12 guests over six luxurious staterooms, as well as a crew of 15. She is powered by twin Caterpillar 3512 engines, giving her a top speed of 16.1 knots, a cruising speed of 13 knots and a range of 8,500 nm.

Lürssen superyacht Capri sold

We have just received news that a new yachting association has been formed, Greek Yachting Association (GYA). The GYA is founded by Greek yachting professionals involved in the Charter, Brokerage, Management, Insurance and Construction of large yachts. The GYA and its members represent over 90% of the crewed charter yachts in Greece under central agency agreement.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146422/image/large-3214c1efeba49ce45a906df9be087296.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/146422">The objective of the association is to:• maintain high standards of professionalism in charter, sales and yacht management; • closely cooperate with MYBA association as MYBA members and MYBA companies; • organise an annual charter yacht show for the Greek and foreign flag charter yachts, under Central Agency Agreement.List of Founder Companies:• AB Felix • Aris Drivas Yachting • Atalanta Golden Yachts • Athens Yachts • Big Blue Yachting • Cape4 Yachting • Istion Yachting • Megisti Blue Yacht Charters • North Star Yachting • Parsifal Yachting • Seascape Yacht ChartersBoard Members:• President: Michael Skoulikidis • Vice President A: Stefanos Macrimihalos • Vice President B: Aris Drivas • Secretary: Ioannis Kourounis • Treasurer: Amelie Panagakos • Member: Spiros Galanakis • Member: Julie KourouvaniThe GYA will held its charter show, named the Mediterranean Yacht Show, from 3 to 7 May 2014 in the historic town of Nafplion. More details and registration will be available soon.Greek Yachting Association <a href="mailto:info@gya.gr?subject=GYA%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@gya.gr</a> <a href="http://www.gya.gr" target="_blank">www.gya.gr</a>By Merijn de Waard

New yachting association formed in Greece

Parsifal has announced the sale of the 39.6 metre superyacht Melina C, built in 2007 by Maiora Yachts in Italy. She features a stunning modern interior by Micheller Land &amp; Sea Designs which includes accommodation for 12 guests in one master, two VIP cabins two double cabin and two twin cabins and two Pullmans.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/143521/image/large-c91916418f869889fef29b14a518827a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/135004">Powered by twin screw MTU engines, Melina C has a cruising speed of 23 knots and can reach an impressive top speed of 30 knots.

Superyacht Melina C sold

Parsifal Yachting has listed superyacht Zaliv III for charter. Superyacht Zaliv III was built by Mondo Marine in Italy, and was delivered in 2011. The all-aluminium 49.15-metre semi-displacement yacht is designed by architect Giorgio Vafiadis, and features an interior design by Florentine designer Luca Dini.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141383/image/large-2e27f09fe07a366b860ce56ad8fa06a0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141383"> <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2618">Zaliv III</a> features a modern interior, that offers accommodation to twelve guests in four guest cabins down below, a large owner's stateroom on the main deck, and a second owner's stateroom aft on the bridge deck. The yacht is offered starting at € 195,000 per week in the low season, up to € 240,000 per week in the high season.Parsifal Yachting +30 6941 521 431 <a href="mailto:%20lantoniou@parsifal.gr?subject=M/Y%20Zaliv%20III%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">lantoniou@parsifal.gr</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.parsifal.gr/">www.parsifal.gr</a> Photo by Maarten Janssen