Atoll Estates has announced the development of Zamani Islands, a lifestyle destination and marina in South Malé Atoll, the Maldives. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/318936/image/large-f83220f6bb81e3b5dd16f7cc749857e5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/318936">Zamani Islands will include the region’s first superyacht marina and yacht club, with the first phase due to launch in Spring 2026. Spanning across eight islands and extending 5,000-metres into a natural lagoon, the resort has been designed in partnership with Killa Design.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/318943/image/large-08a7905c0c5e91d56fdbdbf6daf063bf.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/318943">Zamani Islands aims to be the first 100 percent clean, renewable energy resort in the Maldives, and is also located 21 nautical miles from the main international airport. The superyacht marini will cover 60,000 square-metres and will include docking services and a state-of-the-art yacht club.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/318942/image/large-efb5f189eb2cf0d23dc0d3c593052aab.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/318942">A key feature of the design and construction process has been Atoll Estates’ commitment to sustainability and environmentally-friendly procedures. A careful selection of marine-friendly materials has been chosen, alongside an active coral relocation program.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/318934/image/large-88c8c3cb3e21a1951d9c4c52c7324e37.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/318934">The coral relocation program will continue with a coral propagation program after construction, dedicating 700,000 square-metres for this purpose. Entertainment zones have also been strategically positioned to capture the best Indian Ocean views.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/318984/image/large-9df16df2d02d17ece6f4c519437005e1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/318984">Zamani Islands will also include a selection of villas, each with beautifully appointed bedrooms, multiple-private pools across different levels, screening rooms, personal spas and wellness areas, as well as dedicated fitness and game spaces.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/318937/image/large-74f3c221a8d245848357d97113673be3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/318937">Personal butler service will be offered to cater to guests needs, with each residence receiving a private berth within the Maldives’ inaugural superyacht marina, with full-service facilities including crew amenities, provisioning, maintenance and access to the yacht club.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/318985/image/large-57d8effa55c07e934d43722f0169f8da.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/318985">“Zamani Islands by Atoll Estates is set to redefine luxury and sustainability in the real estate and hospitality sphere,” concluded Atoll Estates. “This ground-breaking destination will launch its first phase in Spring 2026, placing ‘planet and people’ as the driving force across the entire operation from design to food sourcing.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/318935/image/large-325fc9fb49eb6a0d07d4a6b37c2c6e43.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/318935">

Atoll Estates to launch the Maldives first superyacht marina Zamani Islands in 2026

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Atoll Estates is set to open the Maldives first superyacht marina, Zamani Islands, in Spring 2026. 

The Maldives first superyacht marina Zamani Islands set to launch in 2026

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Port Valencia (Company)">Marina Port Valencia</a> has announced that the inner marina, Marina City, is now complete as part of their phased transformation. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397349/image/large-033282147cabe8f5a2ddb1d15d41bc62.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397349">Led by the IPM-IMG Group and Ocibar, the project aims to revitalise the three marinas that previously hosted the 2007 America's Cup, while introducing a cutting-edge refit yard, a state-of-the-art dry dock and modern commercial spaces.Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/62614" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="First renderings of new Marina Port Valencia development unveiled (2025-02-14 12:45:00 +0100)">First renderings of new Marina Port Valencia development unveiled</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397347/image/large-02f98e636005af30408a0493b3b9cb49.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397347">The Marina City is now ready to welcome its first customers for the summer season with a full range of premium services. Positioned in the most sheltered area of the port, it has been designed to welcome yachts between 12 and 130 metres and boasts an exclusive central pontoon with berths from 15 metres available for sale or rent for ten, fifteen or twenty years.Construction will soon begin at Marina Norte on a collection of new office buildings designed to attract leading companies and create a hub for networking, innovation and talent. Local residents will also be able to benefit from a restaurant that will open in the former Panorama building.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397346/image/large-ad9d771b5b626cd1085ee90660cd52f1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397346">The redevelopment of the marina will be completed in planned phases over the coming years, with local residents able to experience the marina’s new public spaces as each stage is completed.With landscaping designed by GM Paisajistas, in coordination with the architects at ERRE Arquitectura, the plan links Marina Norte, Marina City and Marina Sur through a landscaped ‘green corridor’, creating a continuous route for pedestrians and cyclists lined by Mediterranean vegetation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397348/image/large-4ff447ed4895040fef35c2236798337f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397348">With this project, Marina Port Valencia will reconnect the city with the waterfront,” explained <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Port Valencia (Company)">Marina Port Valencia</a>. "In doing so, it responds to local leisure needs while providing businesses with an unrivalled waterfront environment, establishing Marina Port Valencia as a leading national and international destination built on the principles of sustainability."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/348287/image/large-0f4e8368c10bd6b34945367d123348e5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/348287">

Marina Port Valencia completes Marina City development

Marina Port Valencia has announced that the inner marina, Marina City, is now complete as part of their phased transformation.

Marina Port Valencia completes inner marina for yachts up to 130m

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin</a> has completed an €8.5 million redevelopment of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/380" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gouvia Marina (Company)">Gouvia Marina</a> in Corfu, Greece. According to the company, this will significantly expand its capacity while introducing advanced digital infrastructure and sustainability measures aimed at elevating the overall yachting experience in the Eastern Mediterranean.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395689/image/large-38e449166c2a07114a44956609a710fc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395689">Strategically located between the Adriatic and Mediterranean seas, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/380" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gouvia Marina (Company)">Gouvia Marina</a> is the largest marina in Corfu. The upgrade adds 104 new berths for yachts up to 50 metres, alongside expanded onshore storage, improved accessibility and upgraded visitor facilities. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin</a> added that the redevelopment is part of its long-term strategy to enhance operational capacity, while strengthening the marina’s position as a gateway for Mediterranean cruising.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin</a> Greece Regional Director Ioannis Koutsodontis said: “The upgrade of Gouvia Marina goes far beyond infrastructure. It is a complete transformation that combines construction excellence, technological innovation and sustainability, while creating a premium destination that is open, vibrant and closely connected to the local community of Corfu.”A major component of the project is its digital transformation. Smart Pedestals have been installed at every berth, allowing remote monitoring and management of electricity and water consumption through <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin’s</a> mobile application. The marina’s digital infrastructure has also been fully upgraded, with enhanced Wi-Fi coverage across all areas to ensure seamless connectivity for visitors and crew.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395692/image/large-305427b9f29343bcc3d15c050094d5c4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395692">Sustainability and ESG principles have been embedded throughout the redevelopment. The marina now features high-pressure water filtration systems, low-energy LED lighting, electric vehicle charging stations, enhanced fire detection systems and improved accessibility, alongside extensive green landscaping designed to integrate the site more closely with the surrounding community.A key milestone of the project is the installation of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/380" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gouvia Marina (Company)">Gouvia Marina’s</a> first on-site solar power system and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin’s</a> first in Greece. The 100 kilowatt-peak photovoltaic installation is expected to generate around 167 megawatt-hour of clean energy annually, covering approximately 20 per cent of the marina’s electricity needs.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin</a> Greece Head of Sustainability and Health and Safety Korina Kostakaki commented: “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/380" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gouvia Marina (Company)">Gouvia Marina’s</a> new solar installation reflects <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin’s</a> continued progress on its decarbonisation pathway and marks our first Greek marina to generate renewable energy on site. The project complements the five megawatts of solar capacity already deployed across our marinas in Turkey, Croatia and Italy, supporting our SBTi commitment and our ambition to reduce emissions by 42 per cent by 2030.”The redevelopment was supported through the National Recovery and Resilience Plan ‘Greece 2.0’, funded by the European Union – NextGenerationEU. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin</a> concluded that the project represents a wider contribution to the modernisation of Greece’s nautical tourism sector, supporting sustainable investment and long-term competitiveness.Photos provided courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="D-Marin (Company)">D-Marin</a>.

D-Marin Gouvia Marina upgrade

D-Marin has completed an €8.5 million redevelopment of Gouvia Marina in Corfu, Greece. 


D-Marin completes €8.5 million Gouvia Marina upgrade in Corfu

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8865" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Vela (Company)">Marina Vela</a> Barcelona has announced that it has been granted a permit enabling non-EU flagged yachts with non-EU owners to operate under Inward Processing Relief (IPR) within the marina.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395018/image/large-d9b637826100471db2bf7f2093ec2520.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395018">Inward Processing Relief (IPR) is a special customs procedure that allows non-EU flagged yachts to temporarily import into Spain for works, refits, or the installation of spare parts without paying VAT (21%) or customs duties.Yachts can open an IPR while staying at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8865" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Vela (Company)">Marina Vela</a> before moving to a shipyard for works, or continue operating under the regime after leaving the shipyard and relocating back to Marina Vela.This new permit provides owners, captains and managers with significant financial and operational advantages when undertaking technical projects, maintenance, or upgrades in Barcelona.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395019/image/large-e5f69688aac3eb3747e6845d50cb0a43.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395019">“This is an important development for yachts looking to winter at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8865" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Vela (Company)">Marina Vela</a>,” explained the marina. “Barcelona and the surrounding region are already firmly established as leading hubs for refit and repair, and this new permit is a significant step in further enhancing the advantages and flexibility available to yachts choosing to spend the winter with us while undertaking technical works.”With advance planning and the appropriate customs arrangements in place through yacht agents, the IPR process can be established ahead of a yacht’s arrival, helping ensure refit works, technical projects, spare parts and associated services are structured efficiently from the outset.&nbsp;Part of the Azulona Marinas portfolio, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8865" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Vela (Company)">Marina Vela</a> offers berthing for yachts from 12 metres to 90 metres. Close to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">MB92</a> and just 10 minutes from the city centre, Marina Vela is a well-connected base for summer charters, winter stays and technical works.(Images courtesy of Marina Vela.)

Marina Vela Barcelona granted permit for non-EU yachts to operate under IPR

Marina Vela has been granted a permit enabling non-EU flagged yachts with non-EU owners to operate under Inward Processing Relief within the marina.

An international consortium, Team Perry’s, has been selected as the successful bidder in the City of Yokosuka’s tender for the development and management of the new Uraga Marina, located south of Tokyo.Led by the Japanese firm Index Consulting, the consortium includes Spanish company Ocean Capital Partners (OCP), alongside Daiwa Lease, SMFL, Keikyu Railway and Etortech Consulting, bringing together expertise across development, financing, infrastructure and operations.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389819/image/large-fc57859063702ca7a7d76c592d4d9d41.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389819">The award was formalised through a tripartite agreement between Team Perry’s, the City of Yokosuka and Sumitomo Heavy Industries. With an operating period of up to 50 years, the project is expected to rank among the more significant recreational marina developments in Japan.Following the signing of the agreement on 30 March 2026, the project will now move into the executive design and operational planning phase, with the consortium working alongside Japanese authorities on its development.The master plan for Uraga Marina has been designed by architect Kengo Kuma. The project is intended to deliver a high-end marina facility that integrates architectural design with its surrounding environment and maritime use, while also supporting the development of superyacht infrastructure in Japan.Within the consortium, Ocean Infrastructures Management, the consulting subsidiary of Ocean Capital Partners, will be responsible for operational planning and the overall management of the marina.Commenting on the development, José Luis Almazán, CEO of Ocean Capital Partners, said the project reflects the consortium’s ability to combine international and local expertise while adapting to Japan’s regulatory and business environment.Located on the Miura Peninsula, Uraga benefits from proximity to central Tokyo and established coastal infrastructure. The area is known for its sheltered waters and natural depth, characteristics that support its potential for accommodating larger vessels.The development also builds on Uraga’s historical role as a maritime hub. In the early 17th century, the port formed part of trade routes linking Spain with Acapulco and Manila. The current project represents a continuation of that maritime legacy, positioning the area for future development within Japan’s evolving marina sector.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/386528/image/large-ac18974277bb47126ecdd41da712a4c7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/386528">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2026Following two successful editions in Hong Kong, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2026-3rd-edition" target="_blank">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> will move to Japan in 2026. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2026-3rd-edition" target="_blank">event</a> will take place on Thursday 7 and Friday 8 May in Kobe, hosted at Hotel La Suite Kobe Oceans Garden.As Japan continues to open its market to international superyacht traffic and expand its marina and service infrastructure, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/325" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit - 2026 - 3rd Edition">summit</a> will examine how the country is positioning itself within the wider Asia-Pacific yachting landscape. Discussions will also address broader regulatory, operational and investment trends shaping the region.The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2026-3rd-edition" target="_blank">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> serves as a dedicated forum for analysing market developments and facilitating dialogue among leading stakeholders from across the superyacht industry.Read: <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2026-topics-announced" target="_blank">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2026 expands programme with new speakers</a>Tickets are available <a href="https://www.eventbrite.nl/e/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2026-tickets-1979724982716?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank">here</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/384775/image/large-9c64e60cb03a552b4c6aa7e45969699b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/384775">

Team Perry’s Consortium awarded Uraga Marina superyacht project in Japan

An international consortium to develop and manage new Uraga Marina, located south of Tokyo.

Ocean Capital Partners awarded Uraga Marina superyacht project in Japan

Marina Port Andratx has joined the portfolio of IPM Group,which includes marinas and refit yards across the Balearics and mainland Spain.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/386771/image/large-8829c75177dc583fe9cc876c525aed75.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/386771">Located in the harbour of Andratx in Mallorca, Spain, Marina Port Andratx features 547 berths for yachts up to 30 metres. This partnership includes the official adoption of the name Marina Port Andratx, with a new logo and corporate identity unveiled.“Marina Port Andratx is a port with a clearly defined identity and a strong connection to its surroundings,” explained José María Campuzano, CEO of IPM Group. “Our commitment is to build on that essence while bringing our expertise in marina management with a focus on continuity and respect.”IPM Group will retain the current team that has led the marina to date, with the Group enhancing the management structure to create internal synergies and to ensure a smooth and careful transition.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/386770/image/large-c47e40390143ab7bf10dbd04d9ff3987.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/386770">“We are joining Marina Port Andratx with the utmost respect for the work carried out to date and with a clear intention to build on this,” added Patrick Reynés, CEO of IPM Group. “Byworking together, we are confident that we’ll further refine day-to-day operations and continue to elevate service quality with a forward-looking and optimistic outlook.”With this new addition, IPM Group has expanded its presence in the Balearic Islands, where it already manages Marina Port de Mallorca, STP Shipyard Palma, Marina Ibiza, Marina Port Ibiza, Varadero Ibiza and Marina Port Mahón, along with its facilities in the Valencia region such as Marina Port Valencia, Varadero Valencia and Monzó Yacht Painting

Marina Port Andratx joins IPM Group portfolio

Marina Port Andratx has joined the portfolio of IPM Group,which includes marinas and refit yards across the Balearics and mainland Spain.

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Port Valencia (Company)">Marina Port Valencia</a> has been named as the host venue for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6878" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SailGP (Company)">SailGP</a>’s Valencia event in the years ahead. The confirmation sees Valencia join a select group of global host cities for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6878" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SailGP (Company)">SailGP</a>, a championship known for its high-speed, technology-driven racing format and strong international following. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/348287/image/large-89d93deb8470c748634af5ed7a927a90.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/348287"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6878" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SailGP (Company)">SailGP</a>’s arrival is expected to bring a significant influx of international teams, industry professionals and media, reinforcing Valencia’s reputation as a leading sailing destination. The event is also anticipated to generate wider economic and tourism benefits for the city, while strengthening its long-standing connection to the sea.The selection of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Port Valencia (Company)">Marina Port Valencia</a> reflects the marina’s ongoing redevelopment and modernisation programme, which aims to position the waterfront as a world-class venue capable of hosting major international events.&nbsp;Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/62614" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="First renderings of new Marina Port Valencia development unveiled (2025-02-14 12:45:00 +0100)">First renderings of new Marina Port Valencia development unveiled</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247301/image/large-beea6c531e5f4b8a2b7ffdbd60674df3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247301">The project combines upgraded infrastructure with a strategic location and a stated commitment to public engagement, innovation and sustainability within the wider yachting industry.The event is set to build on Valencia’s established sailing heritage, adding <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6878" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SailGP (Company)">SailGP</a> to a growing list of elite competitions staged along its coastline.

SailGP names Marina Port Valencia as future race venue

Marina Port Valencia has been named as the host venue for SailGP’s Valencia event in the years ahead. 

In 2024, plans were announced for Kobe Marina, a purpose-built superyacht marina intended to support Kobe’s wider waterfront regeneration ambitions. The project is being developed by The Superyacht Base consortium and backed by seven principal investors: GLION Group, Creation, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6572" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Super Yacht Logistics Japan (Company)">SYL Monaco</a>, Plan Do See, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/119" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon Yachts (Company)">Horizon Yachts</a>, Setouchi Brand Corporation, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6572" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Super Yacht Logistics Japan (Company)">SYL Japan</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/341862/image/large-0b9d79b72df17e306187ef1180a27d18.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/341862">The marina’s layout is designed to accommodate a range of yacht sizes, with dedicated berths for vessels between 20 and 35-metres, additional space planned for yachts in the 40 to 55-metre segment, and larger yachts able to berth at the quayside. The inside basin configuration allows vessels of up to 100 to 110-metres to lie alongside, while stern-to berthing is available for yachts of up to 80-metres. Outside the basin the marina allows the berthing of any size yacht with a 360-metre long quay.SuperYacht Times spoke with investment consortium member Nigel Beatty of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6572" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Super Yacht Logistics Japan (Company)">SYL Monaco</a>, one of the principal investors, to understand how the development has progressed since his presentation on Kobe Marina and Japan’s cruising grounds at last year’s Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit in Hong Kong.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383497/image/large-1c4706f98362a209b62507d9b1adeb55.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383497">Progress since the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2025Since securing the bid ahead of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit - 2025 - 2nd Edition">summit</a>, the consortium has focused on design development and coordination with local stakeholders. Beatty said the process has involved extensive work with architects, Kobe City and the Port Authority to meet local requirements. “We’ve been working through the meetings and costing, what we need, how we need to build it, and whether Kobe City is happy with the design and aesthetics, including who will make and install everything; and ensuring the government is satisfied with the amount of green areas that we must include.”Beatty outlined that the development is progressing across two parallel streams: “You can break it into two parts: the quayside building infrastructure part and the marina part, which is pretty much ready to start work. We’ve got pilings ordered, with installation expected to begin around June 2026. The breakwater is already complete, and shore power, electrics and floating docks are planned to follow later in the year.”He also highlighted that the site already benefits from existing commercial dock infrastructure, and concrete quayside, with the 160-metre breakwater seawall finished in 2025, providing immediate alongside or stern to berthing capability as the dedicated marina works progress. “While we are happy for yachts to already berth on site, shore power and floating dock infrastructure are not yet in place.”&nbsp;Installation work is being handled by Japanese contractors, with local companies Kusakabe Construction Company and Kyoei Public Works Company involved in the piling works given their experience in coastal infrastructure. Tequanauts are constructing the floating docks and shore power pedestals. Beatty added that the contractor for the marina building, which is expected to include restaurants and shops, has yet to be selected; the designs, however, are all being handled by Tomohiro Hata Architect &amp; Associates.Recent progress has focused on finalising technical specifications, cost planning and supplier selection, alongside city-level review of design and aesthetic requirements, in line with Japan’s typically consultative approach to development.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383468/image/large-2b1981d49f0e55f8c80833e79a54aa14.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383468">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65118" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="A new chapter for Asia: Japan’s rise as a cruising destination (2026-01-09 16:15:00 +0100)">A new chapter for Asia: Japan’s rise as a cruising destination</a> Implications for Kobe and Japan as a yachting destinationKobe Marina is intended to strengthen Japan’s appeal as a cruising destination by providing a dedicated base for visiting large yachts in a market where purpose-built infrastructure has historically been limited. Beatty highlighted the marina’s city-centre location as a key advantage, noting that “everything’s a walking distance”, with “five minutes’ walk and you run into shops and boutiques and restaurants.”He added that downtown Kobe already offers a range of very high-end retail and hospitality within close proximity of the waterfront. While the consortium expects some retail and food and beverage outlets to form part of the marina’s future offering, Beatty suggested it would remain selective: “We’re only going to have a few shops in the marina, although we will have one very nice restaurant to be developed by Plan-Do-See (one of the consortium members) and some other café style coffee shops, wine bars and more.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383465/image/large-3a473d24be1a565e6407c5313fcc5cdd.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383465">However, Beatty acknowledged that destination readiness extends beyond berthing alone. While maintenance support is available nearby, including a yacht-focused facility in Himeji, around 55-kilometres from Kobe, that can accommodate vessels of up to around 35-metres, he noted that “the yards in Japan, unless you bring people in from outside, are not geared up for a full refit as we would understand it in Europe or the US.” Beatty suggested that this limitation does not necessarily affect cruising activity, as routine maintenance work can still be carried out locally, including bottom painting, five-year surveys, HVAC and refrigeration servicing, electrical works and metal fabrication. He added that dry dock capacity is available for a range of yacht sizes, although these facilities are often busy, making advance planning important.Beyond the immediate waterfront, Beatty argued that the development could support efforts to reposition Japan as a cruising destination for international yachts. “The cruising potential in Japan is incredible,” he said, pointing to the diversity of cruising areas and the scale of the coastline as factors that could encourage repeat visitation. He also highlighted Kobe’s accessibility, describing it as close to the geographical centre of Japan and supported by major transport links, including three airports and high-speed rail connections.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383466/image/large-995d5873208c4fea803b97006850f733.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383466">For Beatty, the marina’s location within downtown Kobe is central to its appeal. “We don’t want a boat parking lot,” he said. “We want a vibrant destination marina where superyachts can stay as long as they want, weeks, months, years.” He added that the marina intends to offer berth leases for larger yachts, drawing comparisons with long-term arrangements commonly seen in parts of the Mediterranean.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/341863/image/large-fc2f7344eb9ffc8ef4fb0d9aa7bf0f7e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/341863">Path to operational readinessPiling installation is expected to begin around June, with shore power and floating dock infrastructure scheduled to follow later in 2026. Beatty indicated that the marina remains targeted to be fully operational in early 2027, while the marina building may follow later as plans for the onshore facilities are finalised.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/382114/image/large-baf3ecfb0e038e562c1abbcc141260e6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/382114"> Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2026Following two successful editions in Hong Kong, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2026-3rd-edition" target="_blank">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> will move to Japan in 2026. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2026-3rd-edition" target="_blank">event</a> will take place on Thursday 7 and Friday 8 May in Kobe, hosted at Hotel La Suite Kobe Oceans Garden.As Japan continues to open its market to international superyacht traffic and expand its marina and service infrastructure, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2026-3rd-edition" target="_blank">summit</a> will examine how the country is positioning itself within the wider Asia-Pacific yachting landscape, alongside broader regulatory, operational and investment trends across the region.The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2026-3rd-edition" target="_blank">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> brings together owners, operators and industry stakeholders to explore how emerging and established markets can work together to support sustainable, year-round superyacht activity across Asia-Pacific.Early Bird tickets are available <a href="https://www.eventbrite.nl/e/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2026-tickets-1979724982716?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank">here</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383569/image/large-2a8227ecf31621b49ee3fa2ffecf7ce5.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383569">

Progress update on Japan’s first dedicated superyacht marina

SuperYacht Times speaks with consortium member Nigel Beatty on progress at Kobe Marina since APSS Hong Kong and Japan’s cruising potential.

Kobe Marina: Progress update on Japan’s first dedicated superyacht marina

Three large yachts have been destroyed and sunk, with a fourth sustaining significant damage, following a fire at the Spit Marina in Mosman, on Sydney’s north shore in Australia last week. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/382441/image/large-227401ca335914b399900904e4d9c730.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/382441">Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters were called in the early hours on Friday 9 January 2026 with reports that more than 40 firefighters were called to the scene at 3:21am, alongside the Port Authority of NSW firefighting vessel, Girawaa. &nbsp;Details surrounding the vessels are yet to be determined, but SuperYacht Times believes they might include the 25.91-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1912" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Yachts (Company)">Princess</a> 85 yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7674" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aqua25.91m (85'0&quot;)Princess Yachts2010">Aqua</a> and a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker (Company)">Sunseeker</a> yacht. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/382439/image/large-91cfc8d4f210b7a13f9c20b84006a796.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/382439">It took FRNSW approximately 2.5 hours to extinguish the fire, with the Environment Protection Authority deploying booms to contain debris and material, including oil and fuel.An investigation is currently underway regarding the cause of the fire.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/382440/image/large-5282ed1296b604dd6040a51d1880ba6c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/382440">The Spit Marina offers 106 secure wet berths for vessels up to 50 metres, including dedicated superyacht berths and 60 swing moorings in Quakers Hat &amp; Pearl Bay. It’s one of Sydney’s premier spots for luxury berthing and on-water convenience. SuperYacht Times will continue to follow this story and update if/when new information becomes available.

Three yacht fire in Spit Marina Sydney, Australia

Three large yachts have been destroyed and sunk, with a fourth sustaining significant damage, following a fire at the Spit Marina, Sydney, Australia.

Three yachts sink and another badly damaged following fire in Spit Marina, Sydney

Enrico Chhibber speaks with Japan-based yachting experts to explore recent regulatory reforms and infrastructure developments that are gradually positioning Japan as a more accessible and appealing destination for superyachts. When it comes to attractive superyacht destinations in Asia, Thailand has traditionally taken the spotlight. Japan, meanwhile, has remained a lesser-known cruising ground and has often been viewed as logistically challenging. Today, however, that narrative is changing, as Japan begins to reposition itself on the global yachting map. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/370701/image/large-fccdf0ce93277bda47184d5f87855515.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/370701">The Japanese archipelago, comprising more than 14,000 islands and stretching over 34,000 kilometres of coastline, spans approximately 3,000 kilometres from north to south. With climates ranging from the snowy winters of Hokkaido to the subtropical warmth of Okinawa, the country offers year-round cruising opportunities and a broad range of geographical and cultural experiences.Yet despite these natural advantages, Japan has not historically appealed to the international superyacht community. Regulatory complexities and limited marina infrastructure for larger vessels have, until recently, presented notable hurdles to its development as a cruising destination. This landscape is now beginning to evolve. Since 2021, a series of regulatory reforms have made it easier for privately registered, foreign-flagged yachts to enter and cruise Japanese waters.Further momentum followed in December 2024 with the announcement of Superyacht Base Kobe Marina, which is currently under construction, with a full yacht service opening in 2026 and a full opening with surrounding infrastructure taking place in 2027. The project is intended to help address longstanding infrastructural limitations and support Japan’s efforts to attract more superyacht tourism.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/370696/image/large-5ef3ac54fac761e21641b06208086062.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/370696"> Marina infrastructure development in JapanAlthough Japan’s general maritime infrastructure is well developed, facilities specifically designed for superyachts remain limited. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Person/935" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nigel Beatty, United Kingdom (Person)">Nigel Beatty,</a> yacht broker at YACHTZOO and Chairman of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7320" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association (Company)">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association</a>, observed that while the country is well-equipped overall, it lacks dedicated infrastructure tailored to the operational needs of larger yachts. “Infrastructure is brilliant in Japan, but if you're talking about purely superyacht infrastructure, then we are lacking a little bit,” he said.In most cases, visiting yachts cruise along the coast, anchoring near beaches or making brief stops at town piers. According to Beatty, this pattern highlights the need for more structured superyacht hubs and ports where large yachts can access services such as mooring, refuelling, provisioning, and guest handling. “When you go cruising, you anchor or tie up at a town pier for a night, then move on,” he explained. “But you also need hubs, places where yachts can come in and operate with proper support.”Some capacity does exist. A marina in Fukuoka, for example, can currently host a small number of larger vessels. However, the most significant development is taking place in Kobe, where a new marina is under construction. Announced in late 2024, Superyacht Base Kobe Marina is being developed to accommodate yachts up to 80-metres in length for stern to dockage and any size for alongside dockage. Just in the last few weeks the facility has accommodated a 70-metre and a 117-metre. Beatty noted that the basin is roughly half the size of Port Hercule in Monaco.Yukio Shintani of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1132" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Creation Marine (Company)">Creation Marine</a>, a lead investor who has played a role in coordinating stakeholders for the Kobe project, confirmed the marina is being established as a destination facility and is expected to open within two years. Once complete, it will serve as one of the first ports in Japan specifically designed to support visiting superyachts at scale.While Japan does not yet offer the density of dedicated infrastructure found in more established superyacht destinations, ongoing developments suggest a gradual shift toward greater accessibility and operational support.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/104219/image/large-c94403a78cad4fa52830c3e4d2898030.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/104219"> Before the Change: Superyacht regulations in Japan prior to 2021 Although foreign-flagged superyachts were technically permitted to enter and cruise in Japan before 2021, a combination of bureaucratic complexity and limited facilities made the country a difficult destination to navigate. As Nigel Beatty noted, “Whether commercially or privately registered, Japan never really drew a strong distinction between yacht types. Superyachts have technically been able to visit Japan for quite some time. The issue was the bureaucracy involved. While we used to manage it, the process was labour-intensive, and that translated into high costs for visiting yachts.”Japan did offer a relative advantage for crew from visa waiver countries. “There have always been positive aspects to cruising in Japan,” Beatty added. “For example, if you were from a visa waiver country, such as those in Europe or North America, you could enter Japan by yacht and remain for up to 90 days as a tourist, even as crew.”However, crew from non-waiver countries such as South Africa, India, and the Philippines, who represent a significant portion of the global yachting workforce, faced more complications. These individuals were required either to obtain a visa in advance or rely on a short-term crew pass valid for just 14 days. “Renewing it involved leaving the country and re-applying at an immigration office,” Beatty said. “Approval often depended on the discretion of the local immigration office, which made the process inconsistent and inefficient.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Person/4301" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kenta Inaba, Japan (Person)"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Person/4301" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kenta Inaba, Japan (Person)">Kenta Inaba</a>, President and Partner at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6572" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Super Yacht Logistics Japan (Company)">Super Yacht Logistics</a>, described how procedural rigidity once defined the experience for visiting yachts. “In the past, every time a yacht entered Japan, we had to process customs, immigration and quarantine, not just on arrival but again at each subsequent port,” he explained. “When I started in this business, I had to submit a full list of every port the yacht was planning to visit. But yachts don’t follow fixed routes like commercial vessels. Their movements are often dictated by weather and anchorage conditions, which makes rigid planning difficult.”Even minor navigational changes could create problems. “If a yacht was anchored and the wind shifted, they might need to move to another part of the bay. But if that area wasn’t listed in the original plan, it became an issue,” Inaba said. “Even bringing something as simple as a bottle of beer back onboard required paperwork.” The system, he added, was not designed with yachts in mind. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298475/image/large-124d7d95e2299e38d8fd95f9b6b90929.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298475">Turning Point: The 2021 regulatory reformsRegulatory changes introduced in 2021 significantly altered how Japan manages visiting superyachts. Previously constrained by complex procedures, foreign-flagged vessels now benefit from a more streamlined regulatory environment. “Much of that red tape has now been removed,” Beatty said.One of the most significant adjustments was the introduction of the Naikosen (similar to a cruising permit). After completing initial customs, immigration and quarantine procedures, yachts can apply for the permit, which, along with a blanket Closed Port Permit, removes the requirement to file repeated clearances at each domestic port. “Yachts used to be required to declare every intended stop in advance, which was completely impractical,” Inaba said. “Now, they have the flexibility to change course depending on conditions.”One of the more favourable regulations that was always in place in Japan is that foreign registered vessels remain indefinitely in Japan allowing for longer and more adaptable cruising schedules and possibly basing themselves in the country long term. Changes to crew entry procedures have addressed previous constraints. The introduction of the Multiple Landing Permit, or “Crew Pass,” allows foreign crew to remain in Japan for the duration of the yacht’s stay; and even up to one year. This replaces the former 14-day restriction that often-required multiple renewals and placed a disproportionate burden on those from non-waiver countries. The Crew Pass allows crew ashore in the local areas that the yacht will be for yacht business, shopping or sightseeing.Crew from countries covered by Japan’s visa waiver programme continue to benefit from 90-day tourist access, allowing for greater flexibility to travel ashore or explore the length while the vessel is in port.Together, these updates have reduced many of the operational constraints that previously discouraged superyacht visits. Japan is now better aligned with international practices and more accessible to a global yachting audience; and in some areas have more favourable regulations than well-established yachting countrie<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298430/image/large-ae231a89fb0e19e109ca66eda85be1ac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298430">Looking AheadJapan’s regulatory progress in recent years has laid important groundwork, but further improvements will be necessary to support charter activity. In particular, foreign-flagged, commercially registered yachts still face regulatory hurdles when seeking to operate charters in Japanese waters. Shintani acknowledged this ongoing challenge. “I want to try to create everything for the foreign-flagged yacht to charter. This is our mission.”While Japanese-flagged yachts can operate commercially, the charter process for foreign-flagged vessels remains undecided, however moves are afoot to make a rule for foreign charter yachts with a charter contract already developed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3581" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hill Dickinson Llp (Company)">Hill Dickinson</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7320" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association (Company)">Asia Pacific Superyacht Association</a>, which navigates specific Japanese regulations. The solution to this issue will be an important next step in positioning Japan as a competitive superyacht destination in the Asia-Pacific region. This article was first published in issue 54 of the SuperYacht Times newspaper, available for&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/64033" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Download Issue 54 of the SuperYacht Times newspaper now (2025-08-19 10:00:00 +0200)">download here.</a> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/382114/image/large-baf3ecfb0e038e562c1abbcc141260e6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/382114">Asia-Pacific Superyaht Summit 2026 Following two successful editions in Hong Kong, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/325" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit - 2026 - 3rd Edition">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> will move to Japan in 2026. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/325" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit - 2026 - 3rd Edition">event</a> will take place on Thursday 7 and Friday 8 May in Kobe, hosted at Hotel La Suite Kobe Oceans Garden.As Japan continues to open its market to international superyacht traffic and expand its marina and service infrastructure, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/325" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit - 2026 - 3rd Edition">summit</a> will examine how the country is positioning itself within the wider Asia-Pacific yachting landscape, alongside broader regulatory, operational and investment trends across the region.The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/325" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit - 2026 - 3rd Edition">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> brings together owners, operators and industry stakeholders to explore how emerging and established markets can work together to support sustainable, year-round superyacht activity across Asia-Pacific.Early Bird tickets are available <a href="https://www.eventbrite.nl/e/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2026-tickets-1979724982716?aff=oddtdtcreator" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">here</a>.&nbsp;

A new chapter for Asia: Japan’s rise as a cruising destination

Japan is emerging as Asia’s newest superyacht destination, driven by regulatory reform and new marina infrastructure including Superyacht Base Kobe. 

A new streamlined administrative process has been launched to allow foreign yachts to sail freely between Abu Dhabi and Dubai from January 2026. The new protocol is designed to streamline yacht movement and elevate the UAE’s yachting experience. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/381143/image/large-5a93b42afa19898a8603a00bee753194.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/381143">The streamlined system removes duplicate clearance procedures, allowing foreign-flagged yachts to move between the two emirates with a single recognised sailing permit. For the first time, sailing permits issued by either Abu Dhabi or Dubai will be honoured across both emirates, eliminating the need for repeated approvals or local entry and exit processing, which will reduce waiting times, documentation requests, and administrative costs as a mutually recognised permit issued by either emirate will grant seamless passage between the two cruising hubs.Central to the change is a new digital information bridge powered by the Early Inquiry System. Instead of submitting vessel, crew, and passenger details separately to each emirate, the UAE will rely on a shared platform using the Early Inquiry System API, enabling maritime authorities across Abu Dhabi and Dubai to access yacht data digitally and in real time.The initiative is the result of extensive coordination by Abu Dhabi Maritime and the Dubai Maritime Authority, working alongside several federal agencies, including the National Guard, Dubai Customs and the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security.The move emphasises a united commitment to develop the UAE’s maritime sector and reinforce its appeal as a premier destination for international yacht tourism.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Saudi Red Sea Authority launches ‘first of its kind’ guide for coastal tourism (2026-01-08 12:00:00 +0100)">Saudi Red Sea Authority launches ‘first of its kind’ guide for coastal tourism</a> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/285495/image/large-509e6a4c-4303-42de-97f1-d7c7a254408c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/285495">Speaking on the development, Sheikh Dr. Saeed bin Ahmed bin Khalifa Al Maktoum, CEO of the Dubai Maritime Authority, said the initiative reflects Dubai’s commitment to growing yacht visitation and enhancing the UAE’s profile as a world-class maritime destination.Captain Saif Al Mheiri, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6497" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abu Dhabi Maritime (Company)">Abu Dhabi Maritime</a>, echoed the sentiment, highlighting that the reform will make it easier than ever for foreign yachts to explore UAE waters and boost competitiveness as global yachting hubs.The reform is expected to make Abu Dhabi and Dubai yacht cruising more attractive for foreign superyachts, extended yacht charters and international private yacht owners visiting the UAE. The UAE expects to stimulate further growth in marine tourism, attract more visiting yachts and position the Emirates as one of the most accessible cruising destinations in the Gulf.The new policy follows increased investment in marinas, infrastructure and tourism offerings across the country, ranging from Abu Dhabi’s island complexes and cultural landmarks to Dubai’s marinas, yacht clubs and luxury hotels. The removal of borders at sea is expected to attract more foreign yachts to UAE waters and bolster the nation’s growing marine tourism economy without administrative interruptions. <iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/XrALjqyeJKk?&amp;wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe> The Gulf Superyacht Summit 2026As the Middle East’s maritime sector continues to flourish, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/gulf-superyacht-summit-2025" target="_blank">Gulf Superyacht Summit</a> will return in December to the region in 2026. Further details are yet to be announced, but early registration will be announced in due course and includes priority access to dinners and discounts on ticket prices. You can also watch our video on why the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/gulf-superyacht-summit-2025" target="_blank">Gulf Superyacht Summit&nbsp;</a>should be on your 2026 event calendar here.Moreover, if you are interested in becoming a speaker at the 2026 edition of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/280" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Superyacht Summit - 2025">Gulf Superyacht Summit</a>, then reach out to us at news@superyachttimes.com.We also have a variety of sponsorship opportunities available which provide you and your team with exposure and access to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/280" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Superyacht Summit - 2025">Gulf Superyacht Summit</a>. To explore these further, contact our sales team at sales@superyachttimes.com.&nbsp;Finally, you can stay up-to-date with all news regarding the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/280" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Superyacht Summit - 2025">Gulf Superyacht Summit</a> by signing up to our newsletter here, which provides updates, insights and information regarding the event each year.

Foreign yachts to sail freely between Abu Dhabi and Dubai

From January 2026, foreign yachts can cruise freely between Abu Dhabi and Dubai with a single sailing permit under a new protocol.

Foreign yachts to sail freely between Abu Dhabi and Dubai from 2026

The 45.3-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mangusta Yachts (Company)">Overmarine Mangusta</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7740" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RR45.3m (148'7&quot;)Mangusta Yachts2021">RR</a> has received a €1.6 million price reduction. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> is listed for sale with Yannick Altevolmer and Carlo Ciriani of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/120" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Drettmann Yachts (Company)">Drettmann Yachts</a> and is now asking €19,900,000 excluding VAT.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398247/image/large-220bafbfe268d7a64f812140e5c5e6db.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398247">Built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mangusta Yachts (Company)">Overmarine</a> and delivered in 2021 as part of the Italian shipyard's <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mangusta Yachts (Company)">Mangusta</a> GranSport 45 series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7740" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RR45.3m (148'7&quot;)Mangusta Yachts2021">RR&nbsp;yacht for sale</a> features exterior design 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>, while her naval architecture was developed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mangusta Yachts (Company)">Overmarine Group</a> in collaboration with <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>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398250/image/large-2eda55361a6f471e95205d2c9aa66148.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398250"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398253/image/large-b181f30a871fd07f3d25ebfcdea675ba.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398253">Following her limited private use since delivery alongside extensive service works, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale/of-type=motor" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> has completed her five-year <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1453" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ABS (Company)">ABS</a> class survey last year. &nbsp;She is commercially compliant and presented in turnkey condition. Constructed with an aluminium hull and superstructure, she has a beam of 8.6-metres and a draft of 2.2-metres.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398254/image/large-e43801dc1463e2f00e6d86d01d6f64a6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398254"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/372027/image/large-279f92d972eb9faff816569c4cf6847a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/372027" 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;">Outside, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale/traded-by=mangusta-yachts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Mangusta yacht for sale</a> boasts a 75-square-metre beach club, which transforms into a private retreat through fold-down platforms that extend over the sea. When closed, the transom is fitted with a wet bar, lounge area, and a Finnish sauna.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/372015/image/large-a19ba2749f2bd7593308e581c5d55217.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/372015" 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/372017/image/large-59c87d405863c7ad0b0e442ba33402bf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/372017" 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;">Meanwhile, her bridge deck aft features a Jacuzzi, sunpads, a full wet bar and a dining area for alfresco meals with panoramic views. Forward, her foredeck is fitted with an infinity pool surrounded by sunpads, ideal for soaking in the sun.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/372002/image/large-4ac263a02f693989268a7a7f213b8d94.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/372002">Stepping inside, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7740" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RR45.3m (148'7&quot;)Mangusta Yachts2021">yacht RR for sale</a> embraces a contemporary interior featuring a spacious lower-deck saloon that opens directly out to the swim platform, converting the area into an expansive beach club.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/372016/image/large-5591e2afbc2aa85a1faf5651808bdfc3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/372016"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/372010/image/large-1b11cb94cccce8509029f14232000c02.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/372010" 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;">Moving to the main deck, her formal saloon and dining area are bathed in natural light, thanks to floor-to-ceiling glazing that also frames the ocean vistas.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/371998/image/large-ce8ca445f043a24fd17fd50cea615939.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/371998"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/372009/image/large-3c2b90345148d17306ba695ac9f3a513.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/372009">At an interior volume of 444 GT, accommodation onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7740" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RR45.3m (148'7&quot;)Mangusta Yachts2021">RR</a> is arranged for up to 12 guests across five staterooms, including an owner’s suite with a private balcony, and a children’s stateroom configured to sleep up to four guests. Separate quarters accommodate up to seven crew members, including her captain.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/372028/image/large-eeb02d542cd4d2bf333e1b825a857c97.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/372028">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7740" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RR45.3m (148'7&quot;)Mangusta Yachts2021">RR</a> is powered by triple <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 26 knots and a cruising speed of 20 knots. She also offers a range of 4,200 nautical miles at 12 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398246/image/large-2f4d9c54cae5da5f69387bb10b849dae.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398246"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398252/image/large-d3552163fc4ecaa528836be62d3034a7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398252">All images provided courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/120" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Drettmann Yachts (Company)">Drettmann Yachts</a>.

 45m Mangusta GranSport yacht RR for sale with €1.6m price reduction

The 45m Mangusta GranSport motor yacht RR now is now listed for sale with a new asking price following a €1.6m price reduction.

 45m Mangusta GranSport yacht RR for sale with €1.6M price reduction

Architect Antonio Luxardo has unveiled the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1364" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amer Yachts S.p.A. (Company)">Ame</a>r 42A, a new 42-metre all-aluminium yacht developed for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1364" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amer Yachts S.p.A. (Company)">Amer Yachts</a>, which merges sleek, innovative design with lightweight construction.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398223/image/large-6f0b3c85c8ae6ba036580d1af8b70677.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398223"> Conceived by Luxardo for the Italian shipyard’s new steel production line, the Amer 42A brings together innovation, functionality and aesthetics through what the designer describes as a precise technical and stylistic vision. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398225/image/large-4ff255fafd4eb028927dc49b851215b4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398225">Distinguished by her layered glazing and lines reminiscent of waves, the yacht presents “energy, dynamism, and sportiness.” Rather than sticking to conventional horizontal deck lines, the Amer 42A features sinuous deck contours that create a great sense of movement. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398221/image/large-7355946cde947ede038f3fdfaaa1b0ba.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398221">Despite her dynamic design, the Amer 42A retains large windows to strengthen the relationship between the interior and exterior, with an emphasis on the guests immersing themselves with the surrounding seascape. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398220/image/large-1e6fb3f39db0f20b5e20aa06a2b7de47.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398220">From hull to superstructure, the yacht is constructed entirely in aluminium. According to the designer, this flexible material reduces overall weight while improving performance, enabling higher speeds with greater efficiency, and a low-slung profile that reduces drag while optimising navigation.Moreover, these sculptural forms are made possible by the use of the ductile material in creating pronounced curves, undercuts, overhangs, and cantilevers while maintaining structural efficiency.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398224/image/large-22fc13d38f01b6d1bb5ffc8f649cd647.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398224" 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 a layout designed to balance engineering and contemporary design, accommodation onboard the Amer 42A is arranged across a full-beam owner's suite on the main deck, alongside guest staterooms located on the lower deck. Moving outside, her sundeck has been designed as the dedicated area for relaxation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398222/image/large-9ee3dd078ec7b6e9225d6e60feda2647.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398222" 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;">

Amer Yachts unveils all-aluminium Amer 42A 

Amer Yachts has unveiled the Amer 42A, an all-aluminium new-build yacht designed by Antonio Luxardo,

Amer Yachts unveils “all-aluminium” Amer 42A superyacht

The 40.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman (Company)">Royal Huisman</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/242" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Surama40.7m (133'6&quot;)Royal Huisman1997">Surama</a> has been sold by auction, with Jamie Small of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a> in partnership with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6884" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Boathouse Auctions (Company)">Boathouse Auctions</a> representing the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/322662/image/large-e562a156d71a9e2ac35e91b9688281a4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/322662"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/242" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Surama40.7m (133'6&quot;)Royal Huisman1997">Surama</a> was delivered in 1997 and benefitted from a refit in 2017. She features exterior design penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/70" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fontaine Design Group (Company)">Fontaine Design Group</a>, interior design created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a>, and naval architecture crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/221" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ted Hood (Company)">Ted Hood</a>.Inside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/242" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Surama40.7m (133'6&quot;)Royal Huisman1997">Surama’s</a> main saloon is bathed in natural light, particularly in the deckhouse lounge. At a volume of 270 GT, she is able to sleep up to eight guests across three well-appointed staterooms. Comfort onboard the yacht is supported by six crew members. Moving outside, the yacht’s aft cockpit can serve as an alfresco dining area, or a sheltered sun pad platform when the table is collapsed.Regarding her propulsion system, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/242" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Surama40.7m (133'6&quot;)Royal Huisman1997">Surama</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, giving her a cruising speed of 11 knots and a top speed of 12.5 knots.&nbsp;At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/242" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Surama40.7m (133'6&quot;)Royal Huisman1997">Surama</a> had a last known asking price of €4,950,000.

Royal Huisman yacht Surama sold

The 40.7-metre Royal Huisman sailing yacht Surama has been sold by auction.


41m Royal Huisman sailing yacht Surama sold

The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut-Benetti Group (Company)">Azimut|Benetti Group</a> has announced the launch of the 44.06-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14143" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lumina44.06m (144'7&quot;)Benetti SpA2026">Lumina</a> at its Viareggio yard. She is the latest unit in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> Class 44M series.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398172/image/large-83deff7c7af64d9807afcd3245037848.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398172">The launch took place using a traditional slipway ceremony, a method that remains part of Viareggio’s shipbuilding heritage and is still employed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> for selected projects.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398174/image/large-1a31842fc433dde986042281bf7b2dd7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398174">The four-deck yacht was designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4478" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cassetta Yacht Designers (Company)">Cassetta Yacht Designers</a>. Inside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14143" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lumina44.06m (144'7&quot;)Benetti SpA2026">Lumina's</a> interiors feature light-filled spaces and engineering solutions aimed at enhancing privacy and comfort during extended cruising. She is scheduled for delivery in summer 2026.The launch comes as the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut-Benetti Group (Company)">Azimut|Benetti Group</a> outlines plans to invest a further €100 million across its Tuscan operations between 2026 and 2028. The programme follows €77 million invested in the region over the previous three years and will focus on expanding production facilities, upgrading infrastructure and safety systems, supporting product development, and enhancing refit capabilities at Lusben.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398173/image/large-20d2c5638afc6428173f9684173c9ade.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398173">According to the company, Tuscany remains central to its superyacht production, with facilities located across Viareggio, Livorno, Massa and Pisa. The investment programme is intended to support future growth while increasing production capacity and advancing engineering and manufacturing capabilities.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398175/image/large-e30f048fbd21cc7fd3b79ee523c9b676.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398175">The announcement follows a period of growth for the group, which reported that its production value increased from €758 million in 2020 to €1.56 billion in 2025.

Benetti yacht Lumina launched

The Azimut|Benetti Group has announced the launch of the 44.06-metre superyacht Lumina.

44m superyacht Lumina launched as Benetti outlines €100m expansion plans

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398199/image/large-7f51738a494dae13c40acde9b52bedd9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398199">Spotted in San Diego last week was the 88.38-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/6298" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zen88.38m (289'12&quot;)Feadship2021">Zen</a>. According to AIS data, the yacht is currently cruising from Seattle to Juneau, Alaska.Delivered in 2021,&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6298" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zen88.38m (289'12&quot;)Feadship2021">Zen</a> was among the first vessels completed at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship’s</a> new Van Lent facility in Amsterdam and was previously known as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>&nbsp;816. She features a sleek exterior designed 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>, while her open-plan interiors were created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Yachts</a> in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="FM Architettura (Company)">FM Architettura</a>.Earlier this year, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6298" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zen88.38m (289'12&quot;)Feadship2021">Zen</a> underwent a refit at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">MB92 Barcelona</a>. Her standout features include a swimming pool aft on the main deck, a forward-facing Jacuzzi on the sundeck, and a sunken circular lounge on the foredeck that provides a more private setting for relaxed social gatherings.Powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6298" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zen88.38m (289'12&quot;)Feadship2021">Zen</a> can reach a top speed of 17 knots.

Feadship yacht Zen in San Diego

Spotted in San Diego last week was the 88.38-metre Feadship superyacht Zen.

88m Feadship superyacht Zen in San Diego

The 60-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/44" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abeking & Rasmussen (Company)">Abeking &amp; Rasmussen</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1764" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Scott Free60.0m (196'10&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2009">Scott Free</a> has been sold. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Person/7460" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gary Hardcastle, United States (Person)">Gary Hardcastle</a> of <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> represented the buyer, while Christian Bakewell and Kevin Kramer of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a> represented the seller. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/361934/image/large-c6507456895a51b5b29c749350ac0a09.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/361934">The yacht was previously showcased at both the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show (Company)">Monaco Yacht Show</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4274" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fort Lauderdale (Company)">Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show</a> in 2025. According to AIS, she is currently located in Gibraltar.Delivered in 2009 by the German shipyard, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1764" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Scott Free60.0m (196'10&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2009">Scott Free</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/41" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Donald Starkey Designs (Company)">Donald Starkey Designs</a>, while her interiors were penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/17" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bannenberg & Rowell Design (Company)">Bannenberg &amp; Rowell Design</a>. Her naval architecture was developed in-house by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/44" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abeking & Rasmussen (Company)">Abeking &amp; Rasmussen</a>.Constructed with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, she has a beam of 10.7-metres and a draft of 3.5-metres. She was last refitted in 2022.With a staggering interior volume of 1,090 GT, accommodation onboard is arranged for up to 12 guests across six well-appointed staterooms. Dedicated quarters are provided for a crew of 16, including her captain.&nbsp;In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1764" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Scott Free60.0m (196'10&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2009">Scott Free</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, providing a cruising speed of 14 knots and a top speed of 16 knots. At her cruising speed, she offers a range of 5,600 nautical miles.&nbsp;At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1764" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Scott Free60.0m (196'10&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2009">Scott Free</a> had a last known asking price of €39,500,000. Image courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a>.

 60m Abeking & Rasmussen yacht Scott Free sold

The 60m Abeking & Rasmussen motor yacht Scott Free has been sold with a final asking price of €39,500,000.

60m Abeking & Rasmussen superyacht Scott Free sold

The UK's tax authority, HM Revenue &amp; Customs (HMRC), has issued new guidance clarifying how fuel supplied to superyachts should be treated for duty purposes.Issued June 2026, the guidance does not introduce new legislation, but instead reinforces HMRC’s position that most superyachts, including many operating in the charter market, should be regarded as private pleasure craft, rather than commercial vessels when purchasing fuel in the UK.SuperYacht Times breaks down exactly what this new guidance means for superyacht fuel supply in the UK. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/375442/image/large-54e7aee42496cdefed23d149da2e9f5e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/375442">What has HMRC said?The new guidance provides fuel suppliers with greater clarity on how to determine whether a vessel qualifies as a private pleasure craft (PPC), or a commercial vessel. According to HMRC, a vessel is considered a private pleasure craft when it is used for private or recreational purposes by its owner, charterer or any guests permitted to use it. This includes leisure cruising, holidays and private charters undertaken for recreational purposes.The guidance emphasises that a yacht's ownership structure, commercial registration status or crew arrangements do not automatically make it a commercial vessel for fuel-duty purposes.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395931/image/large-1b97bd788627c1a902a84bcaf7f1e970.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395931">Why are superyachts specifically mentioned?HMRC explains that although many superyachts and support vessels are commercially owned and available for charter, this alone does not mean they should be treated as commercial vessels when fuel is supplied.A superyacht should be considered a PPC if either the owner or charterer determines how the vessel is used and enjoys it for their own or guests’ leisure purposes. This applies even when a yacht is professionally crewed or operating under a charter arrangement.Therefore superyachts and support vessels should only be considered commercial in exceptional circumstances, such as when they are contracted by a government authority or industrial customer to supply non-recreational services. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/378222/image/large-9dabe457a6a0c831b4f7d237793820d3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/378222">Why does this matter for superyachts?The distinction between a private pleasure craft and a commercial vessel is important because different fuel-duty treatments apply. There are two types of fuel in the UK relating to superyachts, which are white diesel and red diesel.&nbsp;White diesel is the standard diesel which is sold at the full rate of fuel duty. This means that VAT is applied at standard rates and no relief is available. White diesel is often used for road transport and any fuel use that does not qualify for a rebate.&nbsp;Red diesel is the same standard diesel, but it has been dyed red to indicate that it should be sold at a reduced rate of fuel duty. This is often referred to as “marked gas oil” and is intended for specific exempt or lower tax purposes such as, non-propulsion use on vessels like generators or heating, or for some agricultural, construction and industrial application on land.PPC’s are not eligible to receive red diesel duty-free under Marine Voyages Relief, or to use it for propulsion at the lower, rebated duty rate. Under the new HMRC guidance, superyachts and support vessels should be considered as PPC’s.&nbsp;However, HMRC has also stated that you can supply red diesel to a PPC in Great Britain, but the customer must declare the split between propulsion and non-propulsion use and the full rate of VAT applies to all red diesel supplies of 2,300 litres or more. The fuel supplier is also responsible for paying the additional amount due for propulsion. Red diesel for non-propulsion uses on a PPC, for example for heating or generating electricity, can be supplied without additional fuel duty if all the conditions are met.As a result of this, the use of red diesel is heavily regulated due to its lower price from standard white diesel, and if it is used for purposes other than the rules mentioned above, the HMRC treats this as fuel duty evasion.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/375650/image/large-276a87f67cc160786bebc3b9183df6c3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/375650">What impact could this have on fuel costs?On 15 June, the red diesel rate was reduced from 10.18 pence per litre, to 6.48 pence per litre, until 31 December 2026. However, the white diesel duty rate is currently 52.95 pence per litre. This leads to a 46.47 pence per litre difference in duty to be paid to HMRC on fuel for PPC propulsion.While the exact financial impact will vary depending on a yacht's fuel consumption and operating profile, the amount could be significantly higher for larger vessels. For example, a superyacht taking on 50,000 litres of propulsion fuel could face an additional duty liability of approximately £23,235. For a vessel bunkering 100,000 litres, that figure rises to around £46,470 before VAT is applied.As a result, the classification of a vessel can have a significant impact on the total cost of fuel purchased in the UK, particularly for larger superyachts taking on substantial quantities of fuel.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/377386/image/large-be7ad0f93133f1194f69440d38ecd477.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/377386">What should owners and operators take away from the guidance?The guidance does not create new legislation, but it does provide a clearer indication of how HMRC expects fuel suppliers to assess superyachts and their support vessels.For owners, charterers, yacht managers and fuel suppliers, the document reinforces the importance of understanding how a vessel's use, rather than its ownership structure or registration status, may affect its fuel-duty treatment when operating in the UK.You must first confirm if the vessel is a PPC or is operating commercially, but pleasure vessels such as superyachts should be treated at PPC’s, unless clear evidence of commercial use is provided.&nbsp;A declaration between propulsion and non-propulsion use should be obtained and the additional duty for propulsion should be paid to HMRC. HMRC also stated that if claimed commercial use is unclear, always ask for a written statement and copies of documented evidence.&nbsp;“Whilst misinterpretation or application of the law by suppliers and the resulting access to lower fuel prices may seem tempting, the risk to the captain’s career, the vessel’s ownership structure and ultimately the UBO’s entire tax position, by unlawfully using non or reduced, duty or VAT paid fuel for a fully chargeable purpose, makes it a practice that should always be avoided," added Ben Mahy Technical Director, of port VAT clearance experts, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7132" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bachmann Group (Company)">Bachmann Group</a>."Yacht Management companies and Family Offices have an obligation to always operate superyachts within the laws of the jurisdictions that they visit. This new HMRC Guidance and the forthcoming updates to HMRC Notices it references, gives much needed clarification of the fuel duty that superyachts should be lawfully paying whenever bunkering fuel in the UK."If you have any questions regarding the new guidance, contact the HMRC Fuel Duty Policy Team at: <a href="mailto:oils.policymail@hmrc.gov.uk" target="_blank">oils.policymail@hmrc.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;

What the UK's new fuel duty guidance means for superyachts

HMRC has clarified how fuel supplied to superyachts should be treated in the UK. We explain what the new fuel-duty guidance means.

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Explained: What the UK's new fuel duty guidance means for superyachts

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8032" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dutch Design (Company)">Dutch Design</a> has announced that the hull and superstructure of the 42.5-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Rover42.4m (139'1&quot;)Dutch Design2028">Sea Rover</a> has been joined in Turkey. Designed as the “world’s only wellness-first yacht”, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Rover42.4m (139'1&quot;)Dutch Design2028">Sea Rover</a> has an anticipated delivery date of 2028.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/388723/image/large-2b46cc4bcc03a6f0478716fa34b6be81.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/388723">First unveiled in January 2025, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Rover42.4m (139'1&quot;)Dutch Design2028">Sea Rover</a> is the result of a unique collaboration between experienced yacht owner Scott Blum and Dutch yacht designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4789" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bernd Weel Design (Company)">Bernd Weel</a>. Construction on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Rover42.4m (139'1&quot;)Dutch Design2028">Sea Rover</a> began in September 2025, with the first steel components welded.Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/62400" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dutch Design unveils 43m limited edition “wellness-first” superyacht Sea Rover (2025-01-15 21:15:00 +0100)">Dutch Design unveils 43m limited edition “wellness-first” superyacht Sea Rover</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398079/image/large-004cdf06b939376300eadc7ba00bc524.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398079">In close partnership with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design (Company)">Diana Yacht Design</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Rover42.4m (139'1&quot;)Dutch Design2028">Sea Rover</a> will now see her interior production, engineering development, and full-scale mock-up evaluations continue to progress.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398084/image/large-cb45fd072918324679c9857fcddc44f2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398084"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Rover42.4m (139'1&quot;)Dutch Design2028">Sea Rover</a> blends features typically found on much larger vessels, with a focus centered on wellness. Key features onboard include a bridge-deck spa, gym and a sports court in prominent locations, rather than being tucked away below deck. As a result, this layout provides guests with panoramic sea views during workouts, yoga sessions and spa treatments.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398081/image/large-daa81c77297d6fec389d4507742315fa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398081"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Rover42.4m (139'1&quot;)Dutch Design2028">Sea Rover</a> features interior design in collaboration with California designer Paula Bruss and reflects the focus of comfort and wellness. Her organic material palette embodies warmth and neutrality, drawing inspiration from both Dutch minimalism and the relaxed sophistication of coastal California living.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398086/image/large-5aa893c0bdcdf669f01da1430dba8aff.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398086">She boasts architectural hardware by Joseph Giles, with Dornbracht plumbing fixtures, Moore &amp; Giles marine-grade leather and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7668" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Loro Piana Interiors (Company)">Loro Piana</a> marine fabrics chosen for her exterior, thanks to their softness and durability.&nbsp;Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65658" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="New renderings of 43m limited edition “wellness-first” yacht Sea Rover unveiled (2026-03-18 15:00:00 +0100)">New renderings of 43m limited edition “wellness-first” yacht Sea Rover unveiled</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398087/image/large-fd416d9f63babac92054fddcd0faaf4f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398087">The main saloon of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Rover42.4m (139'1&quot;)Dutch Design2028">Sea Rover</a> has been configured to foster interaction between the chef, crew and guests, with her galley and dining room positioned side by side on the main deck, alongside expansive windows to enhance the view. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/388752/image/large-153dc87a6f60d46d6353e2f1425efcf9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/388752">Located forward on the main deck, her owner’s suite offers expansive views through large glass panels and includes a Japanese onsen-style tub, steam room and one of the largest closet spaces in her size range.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/388751/image/large-f5a50a629433f54667eaa6ac8a1e73c3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/388751">Four additional guest staterooms offer generous space and provide direct access to the aft beach club, through a distinctive engine room passage. Storage has also been carefully planned, with ample room for luggage and equipment.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/388759/image/large-bc27dd0c6b4b98aef926b8ffb5351aa4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/388759"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Rover42.4m (139'1&quot;)Dutch Design2028">Sea Rover</a> can also sleep a crew of nine across a four cabin configuration, including a dedicated captain’s cabin. Notably, all crew spaces are finished to the same premium standards as guest areas, reflecting Blum’s philosophy on maintaining a motivated team.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Rover42.4m (139'1&quot;)Dutch Design2028">Sea Rover</a> is equipped with high-end fitness equipment and wellness features, including dual hot and cold plunge pools, a Jacuzzi, sauna, infrared therapy wall and a dedicated massage space. Her sport court is adaptable for pickleball, basketball, paddle tennis and volleyball and also serves as a storage area for tenders, toys and even a car.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/388737/image/large-707a27c34df3b0da46d03e1354e83a0d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/388737">Throughout the build process, technical project manager Julian van Santen has overseen day-to-day technical execution, maintaining build quality and ensuring Dutch superyacht standards are upheld.As well as this, Monaco-based marine surveying company <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ACP SURVEYORS (Company)">ACP Surveyors</a> have reviewed Sea Rover’s steelwork and overall construction process, providing independent verification and certification of key construction milestones throughout the build.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/388745/image/large-bfd429b9ab912b71861231b801b05057.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/388745">“From the very beginning, the construction has demonstrated a consistent alignment with the expected quality levels of the industry,” explained Andrea Carlevaris, CEO and Senior Surveyor of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ACP SURVEYORS (Company)">ACP Surveyors</a>.“In particular, the steelwork has been executed to a very high standard at the stages inspected, and the vessel has shown steady and well-controlled progress throughout the build process.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398090/image/large-7e2f9dce04cf1533d6894f4fe8f15d2c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398090">Earlier this year the team welded a Dutch commemorative coin and a newspaper directly onto the vessel's hull. The silver 1949 coin, created to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Marshall Plan, symbolises both Dutch and American identity and features a portrait of Dutch Queen Beatrix on one side and George C. Marshall on the reverse.“Seeing <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Rover42.4m (139'1&quot;)Dutch Design2028">Sea Rover</a> reach this stage of construction is particularly meaningful because it marks the realisation of an idea years in the making,” explained Scott Blum, founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8032" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dutch Design (Company)">Dutch Design</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/388724/image/large-e35bd335136db06956095f44031ed444.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/388724">“Having spent much of my life aboard yachts around the world, I knew there was an opportunity to rethink how life at sea could support wellbeing and longevity. What began as a personal vision is now taking shape thanks to the dedication and expertise of an extraordinary team, and I couldn't be more excited about what lies ahead.”

Sea Rover: 43m Dutch Design “wellness-first” yacht in-build

Dutch Design has announced that the hull and superstructure of the 42.5-metre motor yacht Sea Rover has been joined.

43m Dutch Design’s “wellness-first” yacht Sea Rover in-build 

The 36.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/284" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Blue'Z36.5m (119'9&quot;)Benetti SpA2006">Sea BlueZ</a> has been sold in an in-house deal with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a>. Arne Ploch represented the buyer, while Maël Fiolet represented the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365960/image/large-4eb531525c1b982ea1f3f0c2fce010f9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365960">Delivered in 2006 by the Italian shipyard, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/284" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Blue'Z36.5m (119'9&quot;)Benetti SpA2006">Sea BlueZ</a> hails from the Benetti Classic 120, the semi-custom series of the yard that evolved from the Classic 115 with more volume, enhanced deck layouts, and extended cruising capability.She features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stefano Righini Design (Company)">Stefano Righini Design</a>, while her interiors were penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/67" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuretti Interior Design (Company)">Zuretti Interior Design</a>.&nbsp;On the outset, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/284" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Blue'Z36.5m (119'9&quot;)Benetti SpA2006">Sea BlueZ</a> is defined by classic <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> styling featuring deck spaces for relaxation and entertaining, making her ideal for private cruising and charter operations.Constructed with a GRP hull and superstructure, she has a beam of 7.6-metres and interior volume of 299 GT. Accommodation onboard is arranged for up to 10 guests across a five-stateroom configuration. Dedicated quarters are provided for a crew of eight, including her captain.In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/284" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Blue'Z36.5m (119'9&quot;)Benetti SpA2006">Sea BlueZ</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, providing a cruising speed of 13.5 knots and a top speed of 14 knots. According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a>, she will remain available for charter and will retain her name following the sale.At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/284" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Blue'Z36.5m (119'9&quot;)Benetti SpA2006">Sea BlueZ</a> had a last known asking price of €5,500,000.

36m Benetti motor yacht Sea BlueZ sold

The 36m Benetti motor yacht Sea Blue'Z has been sold in an in-house deal by Camper & Nicholsons and will remain available for charter.

36m Benetti motor yacht Sea BlueZ sold in-house

SuperYacht Times takes a closer look onboard the 47.55-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/616" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Too47.55m (156'0&quot;)Feadship1999">Princess Too</a>. Delivered in 1999 by the Dutch shipyard, she was last refitted in 2016.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397993/image/large-e274e14db7b713090917e3aa24323989.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397993"><a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/princess-too" target="_blank">Princess Too</a> features exterior design by <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/de-voogt" target="_blank">De Voogt Naval Architects</a> and <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/sam-sorgiovanni" target="_blank">Sam Sorgiovanni Designs</a>, the latter of which were also responsible for her interior design, while her naval architecture was crafted by <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/de-voogt" target="_blank">De Voogt Naval Architects</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397996/image/large-ea930d3792b7c2531cd914026adb337e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397996">Following her 2016 refit, the 552 GT yacht continues to showcase Dutch craftsmanship and offers a timeless onboard experience where spacious living areas and long-range cruising are the focus.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397995/image/large-3177d91ed4b0a8064f316a7f231732fa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397995">Life onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/616" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Too47.55m (156'0&quot;)Feadship1999">Princess Too</a> revolves around her expansive outdoor areas across all her three decks. Her sundeck serves as the main social hub, where a Jacuzzi can be found surrounded by sunpads alongside a full-service bar, and additional seating for lounging and enjoying the sea breeze.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397999/image/large-0c1dd6d538969136fd049e80d17ce91d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397999"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398001/image/large-e4c3d3cd0e30cadbb123782f0a28810c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398001">Aft, her main deck offers a shaded retreat for alfresco dining with views of the Mediterranean water, while wide teak side decks encourage guests to make the most of time spent outdoors.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398000/image/large-36cbb12bc3453e7905cdf9bdc9bbdcde.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398000"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397998/image/large-64f489ed463f447b10614629f97a83ae.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397998">Stepping inside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/616" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Too47.55m (156'0&quot;)Feadship1999">Princess Too</a> reveals a contemporary interior. The warm aesthetic is defined by high-gloss dark timber joinery, polished stone finishes, and neutral cream soft furnishings.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398002/image/large-ff4abdcc9a11a378a8cd4b514df43074.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398002"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398031/image/large-92ceb347aeb3177ed1931f168cc9923f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398031">In her main saloon, large windows and mirrored ceiling panels are married to flood the space with natural light, highlighting her generous lounge seating arranged around a coffee table. Moroever, her saloon is equipped with a projector screen for movie nights after a day of sea adventure.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398030/image/large-556bb0378b3cb55aaac35ef1773f8a88.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398030" 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;">Forward, the formal dining room provides an elegant setting that could seat up to 10 guests, complete with expansive glazing that maintains their connection with the sea. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398004/image/large-a87d5334d0ca2d610d18f37e378c91e6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398004" 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/398003/image/large-221ff04522eceb151649f1b1ec3bd5eb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398003" 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);">Furthermore, her guest accommodations continue her understated yet elegant design language. Her full-beam owner's suite is outfitted with oversized oval windows, a private lounge area and a marble-clad ensuite, complete with a bathtub overlooking the sea.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398045/image/large-c9c448c2e649fab717c04196ceabd9c0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398045"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398046/image/large-0be2f1282b899935f6fb4aa0900848a9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398046">&nbsp;The remaining guest staterooms mirror the same aesthetic, showcasing bespoke timber cabinetry, exquisite marble detailing and ambient lighting.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398057/image/large-da75410bfc952e8c46e1cda9a56b630e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398057"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398056/image/large-5b289fc5cbe199e477fa4b5e4d9225cb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398056">With a beam of 8.65-metres and an interior volume of 552 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/616" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Too47.55m (156'0&quot;)Feadship1999">Princess Too</a> accommodates up to 12 guests across six well-appointed staterooms. Dedicated quarters provide accommodation for a crew of nine, including her captain.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398065/image/large-065f607746abebb080e565116d7d7f6d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398065" 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/398043/image/large-df2a0ad0ef11ca34df64697c8eaf18ea.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398043">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, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/616" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Too47.55m (156'0&quot;)Feadship1999">Princess Too</a> cruises comfortably at 11 knots and reaches a top speed of 14 knots. At her cruising speed, she offers a range of 4,500 nautical miles, making her well suited to extended voyages. Moreover, she is equipped with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quantum Marine Stabilizers (Company)">Quantum</a> stabilisers enhancing comfort underway and at anchor.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397992/image/large-73ad5d0a2add6faf108ca7f2303ea4e5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397992">

Onboard the 48m Feadship superyacht Princess Too

 Step onboard the 48m Feadship superyacht Princess Too and discover her elegant interiors, spacious deck spaces and timeless design.


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