Yacht management company <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6624" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aquator Marine (Company)">Aquator Marine</a> has announced a strategic partnership with yacht finance company <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a>. The collaboration is set to bring financial and operational efficiency to the yachting industry.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/301125/image/large-24efc585149d8e440152c308a1c96849.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/301125">Headquartered in Singapore, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6624" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aquator Marine (Company)">Aquator Marine</a> delivers comprehensive yacht management software solutions. Their commitment to enhancing every aspect of yacht management aligns perfectly with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a>’s expertise in tailored financial services for the marine sector."<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6624" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aquator Marine (Company)">Aquator Marine</a> is thrilled to partner with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a>. Their deep understanding of the financial intricacies in the marine sector complements our technology-driven approach to yacht management,” explained Gerben Visser, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6624" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aquator Marine (Company)">Aquator Marine</a>.Based in London, with offices in Amsterdam and Fort Lauderdale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a> specialises in streamlining financial processes and providing payments and expense management solutions. Their expertise lies in handling complex financial needs for global businesses, which makes them an ideal partner for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6624" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aquator Marine (Company)">Aquator Marine</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/301119/image/large-d17a659008e7ff85b67751caeaf6a2c6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/301119">“I’m delighted to announce our new strategic partnership and API integration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6624" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aquator Marine (Company)">Aquator Marine</a>,” added Jane Turner, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a>. “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6624" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aquator Marine (Company)">Aquator</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a> share a belief in the critical importance of accurate, timely and available information for every yacht stakeholder – owner, management company, captain and crew, charter management and shipyards. Together, our businesses can streamline the flow of payments and financial data that lie at the heart of successful yacht operations.”Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56033" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip: A trusted, discreet and empowering payments partner (2022-09-28 15:45:00 +0200)">Centtrip: A trusted, discreet and empowering payments partner</a>The collaboration between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6624" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aquator Marine (Company)">Aquator Marine</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a> represents a significant leap forward in the yachting industry. By combining <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6624" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aquator Marine (Company)">Aquator Marine</a>'s advanced yacht management software with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a>'s financial expertise, clients will experience a new level of convenience and control over their financial and operational activities.“This partnership is a game-changer for the industry, offering our clients a seamless integration of financial and operational management," concluded Gerben Visser, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6624" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aquator Marine (Company)">Aquator Marine</a>.

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Yacht management company Aquator Marine has announced a strategic partnership with yacht finance company Centtrip.

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<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8906" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sparfell (Company)">Sparfell Group</a> has acquired a strategic equity stake in South of France-based yachting brokerage and management company <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Neo Yachting (Company)">Neo Yachting</a>.The move aligns with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8906" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sparfell (Company)">Sparfell Group</a>'s continued development in providing services across private aviation, yachting, lifestyle and bespoke client support for an international clientele. Both companies have noted that this milestone builds on several years of close collaboration, founded on shared standards, mutual trust and a common understanding of client expectations.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398542/image/large-fc3a3e0aa8d40c25fa60709314b387c2.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398542">Founded in 2009, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Neo Yachting (Company)">Neo Yachting</a> specialises in yacht sales and purchase, charter, yacht management and consultancy services. Headquartered in Nice, the company also operates through a network of international offices across Europe and Asia. Under the new structure, the company will continue to operate under its established identity, with founder Nicolas Valin remaining as CEO.According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8906" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sparfell (Company)">Sparfell</a>, the move reflects the growing demand from private clients, yacht owners and family offices seeking a single trusted partner capable of supporting their aviation, yachting, lifestyle, travel and property requirements through an integrated service offering.Clients of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Neo Yachting (Company)">Neo Yachting</a> will continue to benefit from their existing relationships while gaining access to Sparfell Group's wider international ecosystem and complementary services.Commenting on the announcement, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Person/623" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nicolas Valin, France (Person)">Nicolas Valin</a>, Founder and CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Neo Yachting (Company)">Neo Yachting</a>, said: "This was a natural evolution for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Neo Yachting (Company)">Neo Yachting</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8906" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sparfell (Company)">Sparfell</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Neo Yachting (Company)">Neo Yachting</a> have worked closely together for several years, and we share the same values."He continued: "Joining the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8906" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sparfell (Company)">Sparfell Group</a> allows us to grow internationally while preserving the identity and service culture that define <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Neo Yachting (Company)">Neo Yachting</a>."Moreover, Clément Lacoste, Managing Director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8906" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sparfell (Company)">Sparfell</a> Lifestyle added: "Many of our clients already trust Sparfell to support them across different aspects of their lives and assets, and yachting was a natural extension of that relationship. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Neo Yachting (Company)">Neo Yachting</a> was already a trusted partner, including for shared clients, so strengthening our collaboration was a logical next step."

 Neo Yachting joins Sparfell Group

 Neo Yachting has joined Sparfell Group following the aviation group taking an equity stake in the yachting brokerage. 


Sparfell Group acquires strategic equity stake in Neo Yachting

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8905" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mirazur Capital (Company)">Mirazur Capital</a> has acquired a majority stake in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/393" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Port Vell (Company)">Marina Port Vell</a>, one of the Mediterranean's leading superyacht marinas, marking a new phase of growth for the Barcelona-based facility.Headquartered in Monaco with a presence in Madrid and Luxembourg, the alternative investment firm is executing a long-term strategy to build and consolidate a network of premium marinas, with the Mediterranean as its primary market. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8905" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mirazur Capital (Company)">Mirazur Capital</a>’s strategy aims to elevate operational excellence and quality of service in the industry. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398467/image/large-1c6311f5f283007030dbde43a2c73cb9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398467" 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;">With continuity remaining a priority, the existing <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/393" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Port Vell (Company)">Marina Port Vell</a> management team, led by General Manager Ignacio Erroz, will remain in place to oversee the marina's continued development.The acquisition follows <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/393" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Port Vell (Company)">Marina Port Vell</a>'s transformation since 2021, during which the marina has invested more than €20 million to expand its capacity for large vessels while strengthening its international standing and raising its quality, operational efficiency and sustainability standards.Situated in the heart of Barcelona, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/393" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Port Vell (Company)">Marina Port Vell</a> features 73 berths, including a 400-metre quay, one of the longest in the Mediterranean, alongside the capability to accommodate superyachts of up to 190 metres in length. With this, the marina has established itself as a key destination for some of the world's largest yachts.Commenting on the acquisition, Ignacio Erroz, General Manager of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/393" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Port Vell (Company)">Marina Port Vell</a>, said: "The involvement of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8905" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mirazur Capital (Company)">Mirazur Capital</a> is a recognition of the work carried out by the whole team over recent years and gives us the means to continue growing, whilst maintaining the excellence that defines us."He added: "We are embarking on this new phase with the ambition of consolidating Barcelona's position as one of the world's leading centres for the sector."For <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8905" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mirazur Capital (Company)">Mirazur Capital</a>, the acquisition represents another step in its strategy of investing in premium marinas located in world-class nautical destinations, with a focus on long-term growth across the Mediterranean."It is rare to have the opportunity to invest in a truly irreplaceable asset: a unique location in the heart of Barcelona, an internationally renowned brand and an extraordinary team," said Marcos Pellejero Ibáñez, Managing Partner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8905" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mirazur Capital (Company)">Mirazur Capital</a>.

Mirazur Capital acquires majority stake in Marina Port Vell

Mirazur Capital  is now majority shareholder in Marina Port Vell, with the goal to expand network of premium marinas across the Mediterranean.


Italian yacht builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> has denied rumours that they had a possible interest in acquiring <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group (TISG)</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397066/image/large-cec8e87de7ad8613fc332951b5703d7a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397066">According to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a>, press articles had reported that they were in negotiations with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a> to acquire the entire share capital or the main assets. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> clarified that at present no negotiations to that effect are underway with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a> or its shareholders.“At the same time, as a leading player in the Italian yachting industry and in line with its external growth strategy, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti</a> continuously evaluates and assesses potential opportunities that may arise in the market,” commented <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a>.The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> closed their statement by confirming that if they were to proceed with any transactions, it would inform the market in compliance with terms and conditions required by law.In February 2026, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a> announced that Chairman Filippo Menchelli and Vice Chairman Marco Carniani had resigned, with Giovanni Costantino elected as Chairman of the Board of Directors.The following week, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a> launched a forensic investigation into internal overspending and financial irregularities. KPMG was appointed to conduct an independent forensic due diligence review, as a result of the actions made possible by a group of individuals within <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a>.&nbsp;Since then, the Court of Florence has granted protective measures restricting creditors from initiating or continuing enforcement actions against the company’s assets, including vessels currently under construction. Last week, these measures were partially lifted for five shipowners.Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/66308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Florence court lifts protective measures for five The Italian Sea Group yacht contracts (2026-06-11 10:00:00 +0200)">Florence court lifts protective measures for five The Italian Sea Group yacht contracts</a>The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> is not the only company that has denied acquisition rumours for TISG. In March 2026, German yacht builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> told SuperYacht Times that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65574" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen not considering acquiring The Italian Sea Group (2026-03-09 14:00:00 +0100)">the company had not considered acquiring TISG</a>.&nbsp;

Ferretti Group denies The Italian Sea Group acquisition rumours

Italian yacht builder Ferretti Group has denied rumours that they had a possible interest in acquiring The Italian Sea Group (TISG).

Norwegian yacht brokerage firm <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7596" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Skippern Yachts (Company)">Skippern Yachts AS</a> has announced that it will take over the operations of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2574" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Independent BV (Company)">Sea Independent BV</a> yacht &amp; ship brokerage. The transition is set to take effect on 1 July 2026.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396785/image/large-11656c5f35c638490d570c2a8263141e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396785">The move follows the decision of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2574" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Independent BV (Company)">Sea Independent</a> founder and Chief Executive Officer Marcel Borgmann to step back from the yachting industry after more than 35 years. Established in 2010, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2574" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Independent BV (Company)">Sea Independent</a> has grown into an internationally recognised brokerage network. The company provides sales, charter and advisory services to yacht owners and buyers through a network of brokers across multiple countries.Under the new arrangement, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2574" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Independent BV (Company)">Sea Independent's</a> activities will continue under the ownership and management of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7596" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Skippern Yachts (Company)">Skippern Yachts</a>, led by Managing Director Rune Riktor. The company stated that the transition is intended to ensure continuity for clients and partners while preserving the values and reputation established by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2574" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Independent BV (Company)">Sea Independent</a> over the past 16 years.“Marcel has created something truly remarkable," said Rune. "<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2574" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Independent BV (Company)">Sea Independent</a> earned its reputation through hard work, expertise, and an unwavering focus on clients. We are honoured by the trust Marcel has placed in us and are committed to carrying forward the values, relationships, and high standards that have defined <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2574" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Independent BV (Company)">Sea Independent</a> for so many years.”Rune is no stranger to the brokerage house, having worked with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2574" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Independent BV (Company)">Sea Independent</a> for several years as both an agent and partner. According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7596" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Skippern Yachts (Company)">Skippern Yachts</a>, this longstanding relationship will help maintain the level of service and international reach that clients have come to expect.“I am immensely proud of what we have achieved through <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2574" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Independent BV (Company)">Sea Independent</a>. It has been an incredible journey, made possible by our clients, partners, and colleagues around the world,” concluded Marcel. “I have every confidence that Rune and the team at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7596" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Skippern Yachts (Company)">Skippern Yachts</a> will continue this journey with the same passion and dedication that have always been at the heart of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2574" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Independent BV (Company)">Sea Independent</a>.”Photo courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7596" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Skippern Yachts (Company)">Skippern Yachts</a>.

Skippern Yachts takes over Sea Independent brokerage

Norwegian yacht brokerage firm Skippern Yachts AS has announced that it will take over the operations of the Sea Independent BV.

Skippern Yachts acquires Sea Independent brokerage operations

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2256" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="International Marine Management - IMM Yachting (Company)">International Marine Management</a> (IMM) has announced the acquisition of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atlantic Refit Center (Company)">Atlantic Refit Center</a> (ARC) in La Rochelle, France. The shipyard is dedicated to the refit and repair of superyachts up to 150 metres in length.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395123/image/large-b4dd49b5ee58da2c0bddbdcd499e313b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395123">With 130 in-house employees, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2256" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="International Marine Management - IMM Yachting (Company)">IMM</a> operates across key Caribbean hubs including Puerto Rico, St Maarten, Guadeloupe and Grenada. The acquisition marks the company’s expansion into Europe, combining <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2256" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="International Marine Management - IMM Yachting (Company)">IMM’s</a> refit expertise with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atlantic Refit Center (Company)">ARC’s</a> established facility and infrastructure.“Returning to Europe is a defining step for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2256" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="International Marine Management - IMM Yachting (Company)">IMM</a>,” said <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2256" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="International Marine Management - IMM Yachting (Company)">IMM</a> CEO Norina Edelman. “Marrying the strength of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atlantic Refit Center (Company)">ARC’s</a> existing infrastructure with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2256" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="International Marine Management - IMM Yachting (Company)">IMM's</a> spirit and values will create a unique client experience in terms of flexibility, quality and transparency. We are excited to operate a European shipyard that will allow us to give every client a bespoke experience.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atlantic Refit Center (Company)">ARC</a> brings more than 20 years of experience, including projects such as the conversion of the 71.4-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4954" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Enigma XK71.4m (234'3&quot;)Richards Shipbuilders1988">Enigma XK</a>. Its location in La Rochelle is considered highly strategic, offering direct 24/7 access via the only deep-sea port on the French Atlantic coast.The facility provides extensive infrastructure for large-scale refit and conversion projects, including an 11-metre draft capability and a fully secured ISPS-compliant area. It features two dry docks (176-metres and-107 metres), a 250-tonne travel lift, cranes of up to 150 tonnes, 300-metres of afloat repair quays, and 2,000-square-metres of hard-standing space.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2256" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="International Marine Management - IMM Yachting (Company)">IMM</a> Founder and COO Fabrice Maitre has more than 40 years of experience in yacht refit and repair, with projects including <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopus126.2m (414'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2003">Octopus</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/442" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Skat70.7m (231'11&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2002">Skat</a>, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/208" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kogo71.71m (235'3&quot;)Alstom (Aker Yards)2006">Kogo</a>. In 2007, he oversaw the extensive refit of Tatoosh in La Rochelle. This project was regarded as a milestone for the town’s emergence within the superyacht refit industry, according to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2256" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="International Marine Management - IMM Yachting (Company)">IMM</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395122/image/large-ae50f768748608ce23d4bd3776773ae6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395122">“In many ways, this expansion is a full-circle moment,” explained Fabrice Maitre. “France is where my career began, and the Tatoosh refit in La Rochelle was a significant step in both my career and superyacht refit generally. Establishing <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2256" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="International Marine Management - IMM Yachting (Company)">IMM’s</a> presence here, with such a capable facility, allows us to bring our experience, standards, and approach back to a market we know deeply.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2256" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="International Marine Management - IMM Yachting (Company)">IMM</a> positions itself as offering a boutique experience for every vessel. The company states that its team will oversee shipyard operations to ensure projects are delivered on schedule and to the highest standards of quality. Each client will benefit from robust planning, transparent workflows, and stringent quality control systems.“At <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atlantic Refit Center (Company)">ARC</a>, the entire shipyard is prepared and optimized for each client and refit project. Having a rich network of local contractors, as well as easy connectivity to Central Europe makes <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atlantic Refit Center (Company)">ARC</a> particularly attractive, especially for yachts over 5,000 tonnes, for whom haul-out options on the market are very limited, especially in shipyards specializing in superyacht refit,” commented <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2256" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="International Marine Management - IMM Yachting (Company)">IMM</a> Global Director Víctor Pérez<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atlantic Refit Center (Company)">ARC’s</a> outgoing President and Co-Founder Stephane Marcelli will remain involved in the company’s operations. He concluded: “The integration of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atlantic Refit Center (Company)">ARC</a> into the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2256" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="International Marine Management - IMM Yachting (Company)">IMM</a> group brings exactly the kind of expertise and momentum the French Atlantic superyacht sector needs to further strengthen its position internationally."

International Marine Management acquires Atlantic Refit Center

 International Marine Management (IMM) has announced the acquisition of Atlantic Refit Center (ARC) in La Rochelle, France.

Lai Sun Development Company Limited is selling an initial 80 percent stake in leading superyacht services provider <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons International</a>, in a transaction valuing the business at €50 million.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395214/image/large-c14a422e2246a71de936781ef03d2690.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395214">The agreement, signed on 28 May 2026, sees the Hong Kong-listed group divest its majority interest for an initial consideration of €40 million, subject to customary post-completion adjustments. The valuation is based on approximately 12 times FY2025 EBITDA, with management EBITDA reported at around €4.1 million.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons International</a>is a long-established player in the global superyacht industry, offering a full range of services including yacht and charter brokerage, yacht and charter management, new build and design supervision, insurance services, corporate support, and crew placement.The company's CEO Paolo Casani commented on this agreement: "<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> welcomes this investment as an important milestone in the company’s continued &nbsp;growth. The transaction reflects strong confidence in the brand, its global platform, and the expertise &nbsp;of its team. Working alongside our existing shareholders, Lai Sun Group, we look forward to this next &nbsp;chapter and to continuing to build on our strong foundations."The buyer, Wave Expandary Limited, will acquire the stake with a guarantee provided by Sea Expandary Limited. The seller retains the remaining interest in the business under a structured shareholders’ arrangement governing future ownership.Sea Expandary Limited is ultimately linked to a newly established yacht-focused industrial platform in China. The group is associated with an initiative led by JD.com founder Richard Liu Qiangdong. In February 2026, he announced the launch of an independent yacht brand under the “Sea Expandary” name, backed by an investment of approximately USD 700 million.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65463" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JD.com founder Richard Liu invests $700M to establish Sea Expandary yacht brand in China (2026-02-25 10:45:00 +0100)">JD.com founder Richard Liu invests $700M to establish Sea Expandary yacht brand in China</a>The venture is understood to span R&amp;D, manufacturing, sales, brokerage and after-sales services, with a focus on new-energy propulsion systems and broader yacht industry development in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area."The company will continue to operate without disruption, maintaining full continuity across its &nbsp;leadership and suite of yachting services. Clients and partners can expect the same high standards of &nbsp;service and commitment that have long defined <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a>," Paolo added.As part of the agreement, both parties have agreed put and call options over the remaining stake, exercisable from 31 December 2027. Each option is estimated at €9.135 million and is linked to the original transaction valuation.For the financial year ended 2025, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> generated revenue of HK$270.7 million and recorded a net profit after tax of HK$13.1 million. Upon completion, Lai Sun expects to recognise a gain of approximately HK$91-92 million, and the business will be deconsolidated from the group’s accounts.&nbsp;Completion remains subject to customary conditions, including shareholder approvals and regulatory clearances, with a long stop date set at 30 September 2026. Lai Sun said the disposal is part of its strategy to streamline its portfolio, improve liquidity, and support working capital and debt repayment objectives."Looking ahead, this development supports the company’s long-term strategic direction, enabling &nbsp;further investment in its capabilities and strengthening its position as a leading global yachting &nbsp;business," concluded Paolo.

Wave Expandary Limited acquires Camper & Nicholsons

Lai Sun Development Company Limited is selling an initial 80 percent stake in Camper & Nicholsons International.


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Camper & Nicholsons to be sold in €50M deal to Chinese billionaire-linked venture

Online marine marketplace <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5921" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Off The Hook Yacht Sales (Company)">Off The Hook Yachts</a> has completed the acquisition of marine, service and storage company, Apex Marine Group.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/393587/image/large-77d79f43d3f87b5a5a2311f82a62aa95.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/393587">The acquisition was <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65451" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Off The Hook Yachts to acquire Apex Marine Group (2026-02-24 14:00:00 +0100)">first announced in February 2026</a>, with the deal valued at $5.5 million, with $1.83 million in cash, approximately 670,000 shares valued at $2.70 and a $1.83 million secured seller note at six percent due in three years.Located in South Florida, the Apex facilities include four prime storage and service locations, haul-out capability up to 150 metric tons and vessels up to 40 metres, and comprehensive in-house service teams for repair, refit and refurbishment.“The integration of these capabilities is already generating millions of dollars in annual cost savings by reducing third-party service dependencies, lowering transportation costs, accelerating turnaround times, and delivering higher-quality refurbishments,” said Brian John, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5921" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Off The Hook Yacht Sales (Company)">Off The Hook Yachts</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/386344/image/large-a0334d742061ce908dacbd406c529d7b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/386344">“This centralised approach allows us to standardise refurbishment quality, reduce cycle times from acquisition to resale, and scale inventory without proportional overhead increases.”Founded in 2012, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5921" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Off The Hook Yacht Sales (Company)">Off The Hook Yachts</a> is an online marine marketplace for pre-owned boats, with an integrated ecosystem that includes <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8384" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Autograph Yacht Group (Company)">Autograph Yacht Group</a>, Azure Funding and proprietary lead-generation platforms.“This acquisition is fundamentally about operational dominance through infrastructure,” concluded Jason Ruegg, Founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5921" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Off The Hook Yacht Sales (Company)">Off The Hook Yachts</a>. “Facilities like these are unique in South Florida. Bringing service, storage and hauling in-house is a game changer for our efficiency, margins and ability to scale.”

Off the Hook Yachts completes Apex Marine Group acquisition

Off The Hook Yachts has completed the acquisition of marine, service and storage company, Apex Marine Group.

Off The Hook Yachts completes acquisition of Apex Marine Group

German defence group Rheinmetall has submitted a non-binding bid to acquire <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8417" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Naval Yards (Company)">German Naval Yards Kiel (GNYK)</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/119735/image/large-acfb0b7bab0c6365f9f60566481d2088.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/119735">The bid was disclosed as part of Rheinmetall’s first-quarter financial results on 7 May 2026, although it did not reveal the value of the offer. During the conference call, Rheinmetall CEO and Chairman of the Executive Board Armin Papperger, explained that the company had made a non-binding offer to acquire <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8417" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Naval Yards (Company)">GNYK</a>.“We have now started a due diligence, and we expect over the next weeks that we will have a result about that so that we can give a binding offer also to enlarge our capacities in shipyards.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8417" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Naval Yards (Company)">GNYK</a> is part of CMN Naval Group, the family-owned French shipbuilder active in both naval and yacht construction. In January 2026, German defence and shipbuilding group<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1137" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (Company)">&nbsp;Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS)</a> also submitted a non-binding bid to acquire GNYK.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65176" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="TKMS submits non-binding bid for German Naval Yards (2026-01-16 15:00:00 +0100)">TKMS submits non-binding bid for German Naval Yards</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/119742/image/large-8d47deb0b2710a78c1048265db2b1b5a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/119742"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1137" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (Company)">TKMS</a> confirmed to SuperYacht Times that it was still in negotiations to acquire the company. In a statement to SYT, the company said: “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1137" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (Company)">TKMS</a> has submitted a non-binding offer to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8417" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Naval Yards (Company)">German Naval Yards (GNYK)</a>. Discussions between our two companies are continuing with an open outcome.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8417" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Naval Yards (Company)">GNYK</a> reportedly employs around 400 people directly and in October 2025, the contract for the construction of the 114.1-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/64446" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Naval Yards signs contract to complete 114m in-build Project ELF superyacht (2025-10-08 13:30:00 +0200)">Project ELF</a> was signed, with the yard unveiling the 93-metre superyacht concept, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/64988" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Naval Yards unveils new 93m yacht concept Project KOA (2025-12-16 14:45:00 +0100)">Project KOA</a> in December 2025.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/64446" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Naval Yards signs contract to complete 114m in-build Project ELF superyacht (2025-10-08 13:30:00 +0200)">German Naval Yards signs contract to complete 114m in-build Project ELF superyacht</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/374090/image/large-176e4c6ae9d16a2aefdd17a353aad349.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/374090">In March 2026, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8417" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Naval Yards (Company)">GNYK</a> also unveiled that they had signed for the hull and superstructure construction of a new <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65656" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Naval Yards to build hull of +100m Abeking & Rasmussen superyacht (2026-03-18 10:00:00 +0100)">+100-metre superyacht</a> built for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/44" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abeking & Rasmussen (Company)">Abeking &amp; Rasmussen</a>. Very few details have been announced about the build, which has an estimated completion date of 2030.SuperYacht Times reached out to Rheinmetall and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8417" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Naval Yards (Company)">GNYK</a> for further details on the proposed acquisition, with both declining to comment. We will update this article as the story develops.

Rheinmetall submits non-binding bid for German Naval Yards

German defence group Rheinmetall has submitted a non-binding bid to acquire German Naval Yards Kiel (GNYK).

According to Reuters, US-based boating and yacht retailer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a> is reportedly preparing for a potential sale of the company. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/265732/image/large-de8e35a3c695c7a0ca1d7601fa95da7d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/265732">Three sources told Reuters that one potential buyer had raised its offer and one prominent private equity firm was conducting due diligence. Two of the sources also confirmed that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a>’s board of directors agreed last month to move forward with a sale process, advancing discussions into a second round.The decision comes around six months after investment firm Donerail Group began urging the company to consider either a sale, or changes to its leadership structure. Donerail currently owns a five percent stake in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a> and according to two sources, the company has increased its initial offer, which originally valued the company at close to $1 billion.&nbsp;Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65294" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Donerail makes $1 billion offer to acquire MarineMax (2026-02-03 12:30:00 +0100)">Donerail makes $1 billion offer to acquire MarineMax</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/265730/image/large-3fda6f192a71e4f552e121164e407ea4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/265730">Private equity firm Blackstone has also reportedly expressed interest in the business and is said to be conducting due diligence. Blackstone has existing investments in marinas and yacht-related infrastructure. Reuters previously reported that other parties, including Blue Compass, Island Capital Group and TPG, had also shown interest in a potential acquisition.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a> is reportedly working with Wells Fargo on the sale process, while Donerail and its investment partners have retained Jefferies as advisers.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65477" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax attracts further acquisition interest following $1B Donerail offer (2026-02-26 14:45:00 +0100)">MarineMax attracts further acquisition interest following $1B Donerail offer</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/265731/image/large-54496f786fc04228218fba51ab6acb9e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/265731">The company’s share price has risen approximately 30 percent since the beginning of the year as investor pressure for a sale intensified. However, over the past five years, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a> shares have declined by more than 50 percent.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a>, headquartered in Clearwater, operates 65 marinas and storage facilities alongside 70 dealerships across the United States. The company also has a presence in the superyacht sector, with a portfolio of yachts for sale listed through its brokerage operations.Neither <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a> nor Donerail commented on the statements from Reuters, while Blackstone declined to comment. Reuters also noted that, despite progress in the process, there is no certainty that a transaction will ultimately be completed.

MarineMax explores potential sale as Donerail raises its bid

US-based boating and yacht retailer MarineMax is reportedly preparing for a potential sale of the company.

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6525" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Swisspath Yachting (Company)">Swisspath Yachting</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6136" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tag Yachting (Company)">TAG Yachting</a> have announced a merger to form Swisspath | TAG Yachting, a new fully integrated yacht services group offering charter, management and sales services.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/393091/image/large-e961e6e5065594495a29a652526c0e54.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/393091">The newly formed company will operate under the ownership of an independent Swiss multi-family office founded by Alessandro Lardi. The merger is intended to create a more streamlined approach to yacht ownership and client services, with a focus on discretion, long-term relationships and tailored support for ultra-high-net-worth individuals.“Owning a yacht is not a single transaction; it's an evolving journey,” explained Phill Gregory, Managing Partner at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6136" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tag Yachting (Company)">TAG Yachting</a>. “What this merger allows us to do is support clients at every stage, from first charter through to ownership, management and eventual sale, without fragmentation or compromise.”Swisspath | TAG Yachting’s flagship base will be located at the renovated Club de Mar in Palma de Mallorca. The group will also maintain registered offices in London and Zurich, alongside operational teams in Singapore and Hong Kong.Combined, the businesses bring together around 50 years of industry experience across yacht management, charter and brokerage services. The group stated that its operations span the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Americas and Asia-Pacific regions, with a client base of approximately 200 ultra-high-net-worth individuals.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/393092/image/large-71d187489194227ea7b72711a39a3314.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/393092">“We spoke to a number of potential partners before finding <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6136" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tag Yachting (Company)">TAG</a>, and what became clear quickly is how rarely values truly align,” commented James Thomas-Green, Director of Yacht Management at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6525" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Swisspath Yachting (Company)">Swisspath Yachting</a>.“Discretion, long-term thinking, relationships before transactions, these are easy things to say and harder things to live by. With Phill and the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6136" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tag Yachting (Company)">TAG</a> team, there was nothing to negotiate on the things that matter. That's rarer than it should be.”The merger also expands the company’s ability to provide what it describes as a “360 service”, allowing clients to move between charter, ownership, management and sales services within a single organisation.As part of its next phase of development, Swisspath | TAG Yachting has also appointed Vicky Gale as Head of Marketing. The company stated that her role will focus on strengthening the brand through data-driven marketing, digital development and storytelling initiatives ahead of the Mediterranean season and upcoming yacht shows.

Swisspath Yachting and TAG Yachting merge

Swisspath Yachting and TAG Yachting have announced a merger to form Swisspath | TAG Yachting.

Swisspath Yachting and TAG Yachting merge to form integrated yacht services group

The 27.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker (Company)">Sunseeker</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Libertas27.1m (88'11&quot;)Sunseeker2021">Libertas</a> sold in a deal with Brett Noble of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bush & Noble (Company)">Bush &amp; Noble</a> introducing the buyer and Brandon Brown and Spencer Brown of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8018" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Brown’s International Yacht Brokerage (Company)">Brown’s International Yacht Brokerage</a> representing the seller. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399262/image/large-11adabff7110ed0c31bddd1e2771b91a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399262">Delivered in 2021 as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker (Company)">Sunseeker</a> 90 Ocean series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Libertas27.1m (88'11&quot;)Sunseeker2021">Libertas</a> was designed in-full by her British builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker (Company)">Sunseeker</a> who were responsible for her interior and exterior design, as well as her naval architecture.&nbsp;Spanning 120 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Libertas27.1m (88'11&quot;)Sunseeker2021">Libertas</a> can comfortably accommodate up to eight guests across a four stateroom configuration on the lower deck. Libertas can also sleep a crew of four in two cabins.&nbsp;In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Libertas27.1m (88'11&quot;)Sunseeker2021">Libertas</a> 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 which provide her with a top speed of 26 knots. At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Libertas27.1m (88'11&quot;)Sunseeker2021">Libertas</a> had a last known asking price of €5,750,000.

Libertas: 27m Sunseeker 90 Ocean yacht sold

The 27.1-metre Sunseeker motor yacht Libertas sold with a last known asking price of €5,750,000.

27m Sunseeker 90 Ocean yacht Libertas sold

SuperYacht Times takes a closer look onboard the 56.75-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/162" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Codecasa S.p.A. (Company)">Codecasa</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12577" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legacy 456.75m (186'2&quot;)Codecasa S.p.A.2026">Legacy 4</a>. Delivered earlier this year by the Italian shipyard, the 892 GT yacht showcases traditional Italian craftsmanship merged with modern onboard amenities.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399180/image/large-0d054dfbc5d74dfe63f5a8d20dd061af.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399180"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12577" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legacy 456.75m (186'2&quot;)Codecasa S.p.A.2026">Legacy 4</a> features exterior design by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/162" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Codecasa S.p.A. (Company)">Codecasa</a>, while her classic interiors were penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/118" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Arch. Tommaso Spadolini (Company)">Studio Arch. Tommaso Spadolini</a>. Her naval architecture was developed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="PierLuigi Ausonio Naval Architecture (Company)">PierLuigi Ausonio</a>.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65949" href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/news#managed-by-system" target="_blank"></a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399183/image/large-b4ef322dbb190e00b7de9542a89426f9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399183" 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;">Following her delivery, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12577" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legacy 456.75m (186'2&quot;)Codecasa S.p.A.2026">Legacy 4</a> offers generous interior volumes, dedicated owner spaces and long-range cruising capability. Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65949" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="57m Codecasa superyacht Legacy 4 delivered (2026-04-28 09:45:00 +0200)">57m Codecasa superyacht Legacy 4 delivered<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399151/image/large-e15733c39b0d47389991534aa2696dd2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399151"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399182/image/large-2bff74859aa2b11c6b539be7b7b9ba91.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399182"></a>Life onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12577" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legacy 456.75m (186'2&quot;)Codecasa S.p.A.2026">Legacy 4</a> revolves around a series of generous outdoor living areas across each of her decks, giving guests an immersive connection with the sea. Set as the main social sanctuary, her sundeck features a large rectangular mosaic Jacuzzi surrounded by blue sunpads alongside open-air lounges for uninterrupted panoramic views of the ocean.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399175/image/large-5c65725948376ca73661a71e9ec45dbd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399175">Descending to her bridge deck, guests are welcomed into a sheltered space arranged with elegant woven furnishings and low tables, creating a relaxing lounge while enjoying the sea breeze.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399168/image/large-48bf9dd1432938cb7cf1a25ee50bc958.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399168"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399172/image/large-f65bddb20a3bed7737a142e1f8f5a12a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399172">Moving to the main deck, a spacious alfresco dining area overlooks the stern, with wide side decks encouraging guests to unwind and connect to their surroundings.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65949" href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/news#managed-by-system" target="_blank"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399171/image/large-f92d14864af0176c69a8eec7bd666561.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399171"></a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399177/image/large-f3a9219b8a0e3bb7a87c2f2b59acfa87.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399177">Stepping inside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12577" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legacy 456.75m (186'2&quot;)Codecasa S.p.A.2026">Legacy 4</a> reveals a traditional and classic interior defined by polished mahogany joinery, lavish fabrics and opulent marble finishes. Large windows flood her main saloon with natural light, elevating her lounge areas framing her polished timber coffee tables. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399163/image/large-15b393ac9e07517087986d3ec22d9bc0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399163">The mirrored ceiling further enhances the 892 GT yacht’s sense of space, while her dining room bestows an exquisite setting for formal meals and entertaining. Forward of the main saloon, a fully equipped bar offers an additional space for guests to socialise.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399162/image/large-b5db08fc8586007a5cdd889569f7560a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399162"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399155/image/large-423049d2353c17f7a4ce0599ee3f7843.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399155"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399156/image/large-00d684a5e019b44389998999cd62d814.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399156" 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;">Furthermore, guest accommodations onboard retain the yacht's timeless design ethos. Her full-beam owner's suite boasts oversized windows, a private seating area and an ensuite bathroom finished in polished marble.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399146/image/large-783064a210887b101584cc6496edec9f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399146" 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;"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399149/image/large-94b4ebbaedb084b127d13fe4484522e2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399149">Echoing the same refinement, her remaining guest cabins feature wood cabinetry, patterned carpets and soft furnishings, paired with marble‑clad en suites and vast walk‑in showers.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399160/image/large-506940a3f9ca36e6cf6695c7b0cb6051.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399160"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399159/image/large-e9f4d6d1c52404d275ae4c028b6f5691.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399159"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399158/image/large-bbd9a91187f1947fce0c347c05032b3d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399158">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="57m Codecasa F81 superyacht Legacy 4 launched (2026-02-23 11:00:00 +0100)">57m Codecasa F81 superyacht Legacy 4 launched</a>With a beam of 10.2-metres and volume stretching at 892 GT, accommodation onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12577" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legacy 456.75m (186'2&quot;)Codecasa S.p.A.2026">Legacy 4</a> is arranged for up to 12 guests across six well-appointed staterooms. Dedicated quarters provide accommodation for a crew of 13, including her captain, while an elevator serves all guest decks.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399145/image/large-1e19acdb0e4e2eb60aedce9d9ae792a8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399145"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399157/image/large-c65a31d4dbd1b7e88de20029b7b1ed98.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399157"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399148/image/large-dff2f806347aaa811f2925c25dc68c8e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399148">In terms of propulsion, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12577" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legacy 456.75m (186'2&quot;)Codecasa S.p.A.2026">Legacy 4</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, propelling her to a top speed of 17 knots. Cruising comfortably at 12 knots, she offers a range of approximately 5,000 nautical miles, making her well-suited to extended voyages. Moreover, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/964" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Naiad Dynamics (Company)">Naiad</a> zero-speed stabilisers enhance comfort onboard, underway and at anchor.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399184/image/large-a779cfb3dcd44bf71fa50ab8a8a7d233.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399184"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399178/image/large-861c487cb85fffc1aae3ef0e5a650e39.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399178" 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; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">

Onboard the 57m Codecasa superyacht Legacy 4

Step onboard the 57m Codecasa superyacht Legacy 4 and explore her traditional Italian interiors and immersive outdoor spaces.


<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mangusta Yachts (Company)">Overmarine Group</a> has announced the launch of the fifth 54-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mangusta Yachts (Company)">Mangusta</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14256" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Betsy54.0m (177'2&quot;)Mangusta Yachts2026">GranSport 54</a> yacht at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mangusta Yachts (Company)">Overmarine</a>'s shipyard in Pisa, Italy. The launch ceremony took place on 24 June in the presence of the owner and their family, alongside representatives from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a> and<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4977" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nicolai Yacht Consulting & Project Management (Company)">&nbsp;Nicolai Yacht Consulting</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399269/image/large-6ab198dc6f3fc6876019fc895f6d92d2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399269">The yacht becomes the fifth hull in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mangusta Yachts (Company)">Mangusta</a> GranSport 54 series. According to the shipyard, three units are already cruising in the Americas, with the latest launch further reinforcing the model's appeal in the region.Constructed with an aluminium hull and superstructure, the motor yacht has a beam of 9.01-metres and an interior volume below the 500 GT threshold.The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mangusta Yachts (Company)">Mangusta</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14256" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Betsy54.0m (177'2&quot;)Mangusta Yachts2026">GranSport 54</a> yacht features exterior design crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3025" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alberto Mancini Yacht Design (Company)">Alberto Mancini Yacht Design</a>, in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mangusta Yachts (Company)">Overmarine Group</a>, while her interiors were penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3025" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alberto Mancini Yacht Design (Company)">Alberto Mancini Yacht Design</a>, also in collaboration with her builder. Her naval architecture was developed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="PierLuigi Ausonio Naval Architecture (Company)">PierLuigi Ausonio Naval Architecture</a>.On the outside, the yacht’s slender exterior is characterised by sleek lines, a sculpted stern, integrated air vents in the bulwarks and a raked windscreen linked with the roll-bar. Designed to maximise the connection with the sea, she boasts generous outdoor living areas where the indoor and outdoor spaces seamlessly flow into each other.&nbsp;Inside, expansive glazing bathes her living spaces with natural light, elevating her custom-made details and generous volumes, making her ideal for long-range cruising and comfortable stays at anchor.Spanning 499 GT, accommodation onboard is arranged for up to 12 guests across six staterooms. Separate quarters provide accommodation for a crew of nine, including the captain.In terms of propulsion, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14256" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Betsy54.0m (177'2&quot;)Mangusta Yachts2026">fifth Mangusta GranSport 54</a> is powered by quadruple <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, propelling her to a top speed of 29 knots and a cruising speed of 20 knots. At a cruising speed of 12 knots, she boasts a range of up to 4,200 nautical miles.

Fifth Overmaine Mangusta GranSport 54 launched

The fifth 54-metre Mangusta GranSport 54 has been launched at Overmarine Group's shipyard in Pisa, Italy.


Fifth Overmarine Mangusta GranSport 54 yacht launched

Launched in November 2025, the 45.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gemini45.1m (147'12&quot;)Rossinavi2026">Gemini</a> was recently spotted in Cannes, France. As the current flagship of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7552" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nolimits (Company)">Nolimits</a> series, we take a closer look at the model and find out more about the all-aluminium yacht line.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398676/image/large-a2ccad389b69fec828eca885d7fd4298.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398676">In 2024, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> expanded its portfolio by introducing <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7552" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nolimits (Company)">Nolimits</a>, a new brand that marked a significant shift into the semi-custom market. This line offers five models, each ranging from 30 to 45-metres in length and designed for exploration.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398682/image/large-50ecbbafa30873541e76090fe9f75a83.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398682">“We realised that this segment lacked high-performance yachts with true marine capability and metal construction, akin to fully custom yachts,” explained Federico Rossi, Chief Operating Officer at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a>, during an interview with SuperYacht Times in 2024.Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/61029" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title='Rossinavi COO on establishing Nolimits: "The vision targets a new market segment" (2024-07-22 11:30:00 +0200)'>Rossinavi COO on establishing Nolimits: "The vision targets a new market segment"<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398683/image/large-554e9792a9b08518ca67980434f60dca.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398683"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> made the decision to launch <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7552" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nolimits (Company)">Nolimits</a> as a new brand rather than a line, in order to target a new market segment. “This brand provides a fleet with a high marine attitude, positioned midway between explorer and superyacht styles, categorising <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7552" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nolimits (Company)">Nolimits</a> in the crossover segment,” added Rossi.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> has a dedicated area for building yachts under the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7552" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nolimits (Company)">Nolimits</a> brand and they can construct up to four units simultaneously in both Viareggio and Pisa. Designed for exploration and functionality, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gemini45.1m (147'12&quot;)Rossinavi2026">Gemini</a> boasts spacious interiors and a shallow draft for versatile navigation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398679/image/large-8466935199d971cc8959c35f2e61d777.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398679"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gemini45.1m (147'12&quot;)Rossinavi2026">Gemini</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fulvio De Simoni Yacht Design (Company)">Fulvio De Simoni Yacht Design</a>, while her interior was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7420" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="the Touch Studio (Company)">the Touch Studio</a>, with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1234" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Arrabito Naval Architects (Company)">Arrabito Naval Architects</a>.The owner was introduced to the shipyard through <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5077" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Yacht Group (Company)">The Italian Yacht Group</a>.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fulvio De Simoni Yacht Design (Company)">Fulvio De Simoni</a> has been involved in designing multiple superyachts for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a>, including the exteriors of the 49.9-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11169" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bel149.9m (163'9&quot;)Rossinavi2024">Bel1</a>, the 49-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5953" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aurora49.06m (160'11&quot;)Rossinavi2017">Aurora</a>, and the 42.75-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12135" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seawolf X42.84m (140'7&quot;)Rossinavi2024">Seawolf X</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398677/image/large-ecf254515ae0febf5fc5ad3c1c868968.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398677">The main deck aft of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gemini45.1m (147'12&quot;)Rossinavi2026">Gemini</a> includes a spacious lounge-style cockpit that extends naturally from the beach club below. Inside, there is a fusion of rigorous, geometric architecture with sculptural furnishings, alongside various wood essences, brushed metal details, linen fabrics and silk wallpapers.On the lower deck, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gemini45.1m (147'12&quot;)Rossinavi2026">Gemini</a>'s stern transforms into an elegant beach club, creating a direct connection to the sea. A fold-down transformer platform lowers to water level, forming a dedicated area for swimming, water sports, or boarding.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398681/image/large-868ef6e33400d935af0b146cc77de6fa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398681">Just forward lies the gym, a fitness space with sea views and direct access to the water. Twin stairways link the beach club to the main deck cockpit above, creating a seamless transition between the two areas and reinforcing the yacht’s focus on open, connected living.The upper deck of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gemini45.1m (147'12&quot;)Rossinavi2026">Gemini</a> features a large outdoor dining area, complete with a sociable table and comfortable seating overlooking the sea. Forward on this deck, a pool surrounded by sunpads and loungers forms an open-air retreat with panoramic views over the horizon.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398682/image/large-50ecbbafa30873541e76090fe9f75a83.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398682">Moving up, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gemini45.1m (147'12&quot;)Rossinavi2026">Gemini</a>'s 110-square-metre sundeck serves as a versatile social and relaxation area. Aft, a panoramic lounge with low sofas and coffee tables offers uninterrupted sea views, while a shaded alfresco dining space sits amidships beneath the hard top.&nbsp;A central lounge area with modular seating and a fully equipped bar forms the heart of the deck, while at the bow, double sunpads provide a private setting for enjoying the sun and sea breeze.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398678/image/large-67dbf721872988511cca2d8f526cd877.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398678">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gemini45.1m (147'12&quot;)Rossinavi2026">Gemini</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> C32 engines, enabling a top speed of 15 knots and a range exceeding 4,000 nautical miles at 10 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398675/image/large-30769ac403c61e9a4c4ec080cbc6f18a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398675">

Gemini: Rossinavi's 45m flagship Nolimits yacht in Cannes

We take a closer look at the 45.1-metre Rossinavi motor yacht Gemini, which was recently spotted in Cannes, France.

A closer look at Rossinavi's 45m flagship Nolimits yacht Gemini in Cannes

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of former <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3234" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Phuket Yacht Haven (Company)">Phuket Yacht Haven</a> General Manager Nick Wyatt. Nick led the Thai marina from November 2002 until November 2016.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399141/image/large-b4e4a065740bf91ad8c7f8d376edbad8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399141">In a statement, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3234" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Phuket Yacht Haven (Company)">Phuket Yacht Haven</a> credited Wyatt with helping establish the marina as Thailand's premier superyacht facility during the industry's formative years.“Through his professionalism, leadership, and unwavering commitment to excellence, he played a pivotal role in making Yacht Haven the premier superyacht marina in Thailand and one of the most respected facilities in Southeast Asia,” the company added.Throughout his 14-year tenure, Wyatt became a familiar figure to yacht owners, captains, crew and agents visiting Phuket. The marina said he was known for overseeing everything from berth arrangements and provisioning to fuelling and logistics, while earning a reputation for his industry expertise, calm leadership and welcoming approach.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399142/image/large-1659647eccfee943a66f5a67f84ccfad.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399142">Beyond his operational role, Wyatt was remembered as a mentor and friend to many within the region's marine industry. The company said his generosity, humour and willingness to help left a lasting impression on the Phuket yachting community and fostered friendships that extended well beyond the marina.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3234" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Phuket Yacht Haven (Company)">Phuket Yacht Haven</a> also highlighted Wyatt's lasting contribution to the development of Phuket as a world-class superyacht hub, noting that the respect he earned across Thailand and Southeast Asia reflected a lifetime dedicated to the marine industry.SuperYacht Times extends its condolences to Wyatt's wife, Zara, along with his family, friends and the wider yachting community, adding that his legacy will continue through the industry and community he helped build.

Phuket yacht haven general manager nick wyatt dies

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of former Phuket Yacht Haven General Manager Nick Wyatt.

In Memoriam: Former Phuket Yacht Haven general manager Nick Wyatt passes away

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> has announced the appointment Eric Boers as Director Technical Services &amp; After Sales. In the newly created role, Boers will oversee the shipyard's Project Management teams and After Sales organisation, supporting the transition from yacht construction through to delivery and into its operational life.<img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/399136/image/large-2c75f22024db4d3965ff8a7b648d1b50.png?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20260703%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20260703T084420Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=e28a15edd8ddbd572e5af1aaa14cc3ea689d60c4e4e53765501143971439654f" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399136">According to Jeroen van der Meer, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a>, the appointment brings Project Management and After Sales under a single director, aiming to bridge the gap between construction and delivery.&nbsp;In this new role, Boers will "oversee the process from the moment a hull takes shape until the yacht is sailing with her owner, while integrating the technical knowledge gathered during construction with operational feedback from the fleet," he explained.Van der Meer added: "Crucially, this creates a two-way flow of intelligence: the technical data gathered during construction remains embedded throughout the vessel's entire lifecycle, while real-world feedback from the fleet feeds directly into our new-build process. This ensures unparalleled continuity and continuous refinement of our Northern European quality."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/111159/image/large-f4d924aa77ebd38fe97bc22110c1560a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/111159">Boers' immediate priorities include streamlining the handover process between the shipyard and the fleet, ensuring every <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> vessel benefits from a holistic support strategy. This will also include reviving the shipyard's dedicated Captains' Events to foster ongoing, expert-led dialogue with the professionals operating <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> yachts worldwide.Boers joins <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> with more than 20 years of international experience in high-tech engineering and industrial services. Prior to joining the shipyard, he spent 12 years in senior leadership roles at Vestas, including positions as Service Director and Managing Director, before leading the after-sales division at smart energy company Alfen for the past five years.Commenting on his appointment, Boers said: "Technology and engineering are only as valuable as the support behind them. My objective is to build on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a>'s strong foundations and create a proactive department that works closely with our clients and the global captain network to provide confidence, from the first day of construction through years of cruising."Images provided courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a>.

Heesen appoints Eric Boers as Director Technical Services & After Sales

Heesen has appointed Eric Boers as Technical Services & After Sales, a newly created role overseeing Project Management and After Sales. 


The 46-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1364" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Panache46.0m (150'11&quot;)Feadship1982">Panache</a> has been listed for sale under a joint central agency with Jan Jaap Minnema and Quentin Bourgeois of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser</a>, alongside Felix Sowerbutts and Will Christie of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6451" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Christie Yachts (Company)">Christie Yachts</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399101/image/large-c16bbf8458881e71623e91b6f4063424.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399101">Delivered in 1982, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale" target="_blank">yacht for sale</a> recently completed a comprehensive refit earlier this year. Benefiting from both technical and cosmetic upgrades, the 426 GT yacht is presented in turnkey condition.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399116/image/large-4449e60d9af380768b2277ca7a1e736c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399116"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399118/image/large-71d764f80c5afa213ba405450c42abd5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399118">Formerly named Nostalgia, she features naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">De Voogt Naval Architects</a> and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/906" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Arthur de Fever (Company)">Arthur de Fever</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1364" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Panache46.0m (150'11&quot;)Feadship1982">Panache's</a> interiors are the result of a collaboration between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/19" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alberto Pinto (Company)">Alberto Pinto</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/128" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Larvor (Company)">Larvor</a>, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2503" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moore Yacht Design Ltd (Company)">Moore Yacht Design</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399119/image/large-bfdc04740aae2b60cb1f0d8fd5cf792a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399119"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399120/image/large-dcd787a24b92d78bfe292c2c5f7a5f17.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399120">Onboard, her interior design carries a soft nautical aesthetic, with warm woods complemented by shades of blue and white used throughout the soft furnishings. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale/of-type=motor" target="_blank">motor yacht for sale’s</a> main saloon offers a welcoming lounge area alongside a formal dining space, while forward accommodation includes the galley and the master suite.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399133/image/large-8bdd1234d187cb9975bba261d1c7e306.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399133"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399134/image/large-18ed4d20fe5be26fbcd29c0632b46b75.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399134">Guest accommodation is arranged across the lower deck, where she can sleep up to 10 guests in five well-appointed staterooms. This configuration includes two double staterooms amidships, alongside an additional double, a twin, and a single stateroom aft. With minimal modification, the existing gym can also be converted into a seventh guest cabin.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399128/image/large-1a800120c1bdb22994430cd3e666aac3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399128"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399129/image/large-bfcf8302e0b38e598378cdb0f49db736.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399129">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/panache-46m" target="_blank">yacht Panache for sale’s</a> skylounge provides a relaxed retreat, leading directly onto the expansive bridge deck aft. Here, guests can enjoy a hot tub, full-service bar, generous sunpads, and multiple lounge areas designed for outdoor entertaining.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399127/image/large-03bfbf0527e4080e559f52edd635aafc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399127"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399110/image/large-f8df04480bbf25bf077a1e8d9fdef329.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399110">Maintained to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7911" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lloyd's (Company)">Lloyd’s</a> class, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale/built-by=feadship" target="_blank">Feadship yacht for sale</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, delivering a cruising speed of 12 knots and a top speed of 14 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399107/image/large-bcd580d4af8ccecfa1f9edbca44e7e0e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399107">

Feadship yacht Panache for sale

 The 46-metre Feadship superyacht Panache is currently on the market with Jan Jaap Minnema and Quentin Bourgeois of Fraser.

46m Feadship classic superyacht Panache for sale

The 25.15-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1097" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oyster Yachts (Company)">Oyster</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11411" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Champagne Hippy 25.15m (82'6&quot;)Oyster Yachts2014">Champagne Hippy</a> has been sold. Andrew Messum of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7831" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Messum Yachts (Company)">Messum Yachts</a> represented the buyer, while Tom Benson of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6296" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seymour Yachts (Company)">Seymour Yachts</a> represented the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/348190/image/large-600589d75c33db802ac5c145f09ccfb8.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/348190">Delivered by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1097" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oyster Yachts (Company)">Oyster</a> in 2014, she was formerly known as Polina Star III and forms part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1097" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oyster Yachts (Company)">Oyster</a> 825 series. She features both exterior and interior design by her builder, while her naval architecture was crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/879" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Humphreys Yacht Design (Company)">Humphreys Yacht Design</a>.Constructed with a GRP hull and superstructure, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11411" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Champagne Hippy 25.15m (82'6&quot;)Oyster Yachts2014">Champagne Hippy</a>&nbsp;has a beam of 6.32-metres, a draft of 3.29-metres. The sailing yacht most recently underwent a refit in the United Kingdom in 2019.With an interior volume of 80 GT, accommodation onboard is arranged for up to six guests across four well-appointed staterooms. Dedicated quarters are available for a crew of three, including her captain.In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11411" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Champagne Hippy 25.15m (82'6&quot;)Oyster Yachts2014">Champagne Hippy</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, delivering a cruising speed of nine knots, a top speed of 12 knots. Moreover, she offers a range of 1,000 nautical miles at cruising speed.At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11411" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Champagne Hippy 25.15m (82'6&quot;)Oyster Yachts2014">Champagne Hippy</a> had a last known asking price of €3,495,000.Image courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/526" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northrop & Johnson (Company)">Northrop &amp; Johnson</a>.

 25m Oyster sailing yacht Champagne Hippy sold

The 25m Oyster sailing yacht Champagne Hippy has been sold with a last known asking price of €3,495,000.

The 33.7-metre Van der Valk explorer yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="LL33.7m (110'7&quot;)Van der Valk Shipyard2021">LL</a> has been sold, with Johnny Wise of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6348" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachts360 (Company)">Yachts360</a> introducing the buyer and Barin Cárdenas of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5383" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YachtCreators (Company)">YachtCreators</a> representing the Seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/237520/image/large-c084c715d002a492c969feb34eeb2e65.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/237520">Delivered in 2021, the yacht was previously named Lady Lene and features naval architecture penned by <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> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/285" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ginton Naval Architects (Company)">Ginton Naval Architects</a>. Meanwhile, her interiors were created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6544" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Carla Guilhem Design (Company)">Carla Guilhem Design</a> and exterior design crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/234" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Guido de Groot Design (Company)">Guido de Groot Design</a>.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Onboard: The 34m Van der Valk motor yacht Lady Lene (2022-05-25 16:00:00 +0200)">Onboard: The 34m Van der Valk motor yacht Lady Lene</a>Inside, her interiors draw inspiration from the golden age of yachting, seamlessly intertwined with the elegance of the early twentieth-century Art Deco movement. She can accommodate up to eight guests across four well-appointed staterooms, including a VIP suite situated on the bridge deck, complete with a private balcony and terrace.In terms of propulsion system, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="LL33.7m (110'7&quot;)Van der Valk Shipyard2021">LL</a> 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, giving her a cruising speed of 14 knots and a top speed of 18 knots.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="LL33.7m (110'7&quot;)Van der Valk Shipyard2021">LL</a> had a last known asking price of $14,950,000 at the time of her sale.

Van der Valk yacht LL sold

The 33.7-metre Van der Valk explorer yacht LL has been sold.

34m Van der Valk explorer yacht LL sold

The 26.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jongert Yachts (Company)">Jongert</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4779" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ithaka Palma26.7m (87'7&quot;)Jongert Yachts2007">Ithaka Palma</a> has been sold, with Manfred Haas of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1280" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Haas International (Company)">Haas International</a> representing the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/211055/image/large-a0452381c4f1de7be69519e1624b99c1.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/211055">Delivered in 2007, she was previously named Ithaka and features naval architecture penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/342" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Doug Peterson (Company)">Doug Peterson</a>. Meanwhile, her exterior and interior design were created in-house by her builder.At a volume of 129 GT, she can sleep up to six guests across three well-appointed staterooms comprising a master suite and two guest suites.Constructed with an aluminum hull and superstructure, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4779" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ithaka Palma26.7m (87'7&quot;)Jongert Yachts2007">Ithaka Palma</a> has a beam of 6.58-metres and a draft of 3.05-metres. 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, providing her with a cruising speed of 8 knots and a top speed of 10 knots.At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4779" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ithaka Palma26.7m (87'7&quot;)Jongert Yachts2007">Ithaka Palma</a> had a last known asking price of €1,950,000.Photo courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1280" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Haas International (Company)">Haas International</a>.

Jongert yacht Ithaka Palma sold

The 26.7-metre Jongert sailing yacht Ithaka Palma has been sold.

27m Jongert sailing yacht Ithaka Palma sold

Successful superyacht operations require some well-oiled cogs: it requires excellent service that’s discreet, responsive and seamless. Central to getting things done is getting things paid, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a> has been at the heart of payments for the internationally mobile for almost a decade.In less than 10 years <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a> has already positioned itself as a leader; opened offices in the UK, Europe and USA and now supports over half of the world’s largest superyachts, counting many members of LYBRA, MYBA and IYBA as clients. SuperYacht Times sat down with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a>’s Director of Marine and Aviation, Edward Majdalany, to hear the secret to its success. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/243166/image/large-98df5f20b2126a613b613a64ea0a1073.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/243166"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a>&nbsp;has an incredible success story; can you share a few of your secrets?&nbsp;We understand well the issues that superyacht captains, owners and management companies face, and we’ve designed the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a> platform as a solution to fully support the needs of superyacht operations. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a> is uniquely engineered for the needs of organisations with multiple, internationally mobile crews and assets.&nbsp;We pride ourselves on service excellence and on the long-standing business relationships we’ve built. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a> supports yacht management companies, superyacht owners, family offices and corporate service providers.The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a> platform puts all of a client’s payments in one place: multi-currency deposits, foreign exchange, international payments and prepaid, multi-currency cards. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a> card offers the highest transaction limits in the business so that captains and crew are always empowered to deal with every opportunity, challenge or request. Real-time access and reporting means that nothing gets missed and the client is always in control.How does&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a>&nbsp;continue to support its clients?&nbsp;We also provide excellent support from experts who understand the worlds of payments and of yacht operations. Whatever issues a client or cardholder has, they can always pick up the phone and speak to a real human who can help. We support complex, international ownership structures and our secure platform makes it possible for clients to manage multiple independent or related entities from a single, any device login.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/243164/image/large-e94a62dc1faaa70ac796d1bb09988cbf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/243164">What exactly is the&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a>&nbsp;platform and how does it facilitate payments?The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a> platform is a highly secure platform that puts clients in control of their international expenditure. From the award-winning <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a> app or the desktop interface, clients can access multiple independent or related accounts where they can deposit, exchange, send or spend their money. For example, a yacht owner might have separate accounts for yacht operations and for charter clients, while yacht management companies could have separate accounts for every vessel they manage.Often clients use the platform for paying crew salaries or regular operational expenses. They can also control their <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a> prepaid Mastercards loading each card with the currencies required, setting individual card limits and alerts and controlling features such as access to ATM withdrawals. The app includes expense management functionality that allows cardholders to tag transactions, capture receipt images and allocate expenses to account codes that are pre-set by the client.The platform is based on an innovative API-driven technology which has won multiple global tech awards – can you explain a little more about how it works?The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a> platform is built on a secure, cloud infrastructure supporting an any-device interface that enables authorised users to control multiple, independent or related, entities from a single login. It allows clients to control their funds and expenditure wherever they, or their cardholders, are at any time.The awards that we’ve won have been because of that combination of simple usability, flexible control and access to a wide range of treasury functions.The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a> API also makes it simple for clients to integrate the platform with their own chosen finance or ERP system. It also has direct API integration with multiple accountancy platforms including Xero.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/243165/image/large-189aa59ff674fb07e62a8930742a953d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/243165">International travel is the beating heart of yachting, can you use&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a>&nbsp;world-wide?Yes, absolutely. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a> was designed exactly with this intention. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a> account and the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a> prepaid multi-currency Mastercard can hold up to 15 different currencies and clients can convert 140 currencies online, using the app or by speaking with our FX experts.&nbsp;We chose to work with Mastercard because it’s accepted in 210 countries and territories around the world. It also gives cardholders access to 2.1 million ATMs. Our platform enables international payments using SWIFT, SEPA and a range of international payment routes. We also launched our US operation, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a> Inc, last year which means that we can easily support US, European or UK registered entities wherever they need to operate.How do you safeguard your clients from transnational risks?That’s a great question. Security is critical and sometimes it seems as if risks are increasing all the time. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a> secures its clients' funds and interests at different levels. As a starting point, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a> is an electronic money institution (EMI) regulated by the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). As such, we must, by law, safeguard client’s money in separate accounts held with established financial institutions like Barclays. All client funds are held in ring-fenced client trust accounts with established UK banks and wholly segregated from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a>’s own funds at all times.Being an EMI also means that we adhere to a strict code of practice and maintain best-in-class compliance procedures, including rigorous security, documentation, ongoing monitoring processes and regular independent audits. Our multi-currency prepaid card adheres to the rules and the global compliance programme set out by Mastercard International Incorporated. From EMV chips and device metrics to chip-and-PIN and 3D verification, Mastercard ensures it operates the safest and most secure card Technology.On a practical basis clients’ administrators can instantly lock or unlock cards and funds can also be instantly transferred to or from cards. Client organisations can create their own user hierarchies with individual card limits, alerts and controls over functions like ATM withdrawals.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/243167/image/large-659716ac00d44eedf661f8e9860345c1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/243167">How does the real-time reporting feature work?To be effective in the fast-moving, highly demanding world of superyachts, captains, yacht management companies and owners need to balance empowerment and control. Our real-time reporting means that authorised users (cardholders, managers/captains and accounts departments) can view every transaction as it happens. Our ‘Receipt Capture’ feature also means that receipts can be examined as soon as transactions happen, helping cardholders keep track, while also giving the back-office the control it needs to manage budgets to ensure that cardholders don’t run out of funds.When it comes to reporting, such as end-of-charter client reports, real-time reporting ensures that nothing gets missed, reporting is streamlined, and receipts are available for any queries. Real-time reporting, along with our API integration also saves everyone time. No more long hours completing expense reports, no more copy/pasting or retyping transaction reports into accounts systems.When it comes to spending limits, are your clients in control?Yes, absolutely. We offer the highest transaction and spend limits in the business to reflect the needs and spending pattern of our typical clients. However, these can also be set by the client’s team on a per-card basis so that, for example, the captain has maximum authority while other crew might work with lower limits.In addition, our cards are prepaid, which means that clients decide how much money (in whatever currency) is loaded onto each card. Many yacht management clients operate two accounts, one for yacht operations and another (or perhaps two or three) for charter clients. That way they can load each charter client’s APA onto a dedicated account, making end of charter reconciliation even easier. Further control comes from the ability to switch on or off ATM withdrawals, to instantly transfer funds to and from a card and to lock or unlock the card.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/208227/image/large-a36cf7db43258bcc295b5a00558dbbd0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/208227"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a>&nbsp;has offices in the UK, Europe and USA. What are your plans for the rest of the world? The superyacht sector is a global business and we plan to be wherever our clients need us. Our first US office is in Fort Lauderdale and next will probably be one or two more US offices. After that, we want to support South East Asia and the growing Australian market. We’re also keen to add an office to specifically serve the Middle Eastern market. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Centtrip (Company)">Centtrip</a> is a leader in an internationally mobile market and our expansion plans reflect that. Watch this space.

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