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<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332440/image/large-6c7cc659169776b5d7e33a3dcb1234bc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332440">The 54.86-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Beth54.86m (179'12&quot;)Newcastle Marine2011">Lady Beth</a>, was seen earlier this month docked in Tenerife, Canary Islands, preparing for her upcoming journey to Fort Lauderdale, United States. Built in 2011 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/580" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Newcastle Marine (Company)">Newcastle Marine</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Beth54.86m (179'12&quot;)Newcastle Marine2011">Lady Beth</a> and previously known as Loon, the yacht boasts exterior designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Murray & Associates L.L.C. (Company)">Murray &amp; Associates</a>, and an interior created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/498" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title=" Bonville Associates (Company)">Claudette Bonville</a>, featuring warm tones and plush materials. Equipped with a gym, Jacuzzi, and a large sundeck, the full-displacement yacht comfortably hosts 12 guests in six well-appointed staterooms. Cruising under the Cayman Islands flag, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Beth54.86m (179'12&quot;)Newcastle Marine2011">Lady Beth</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, allowing her to cruise comfortably at 12 knots, with a top speed of 16 knots.

Newcastle Marine yacht Lady Beth in Tenerife

The 55m motor yacht Lady Beth, built by Newcastle Marine in 2011, is seen docked in Tenerife, Spain. 

The 54.9-metre motor yacht&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Loon54.86m (179'12&quot;)Newcastle Marine2011">Loon</a>, was built in 2011 by the American shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/580" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Newcastle Marine (Company)">Newcastle Marine</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Loon54.86m (179'12&quot;)Newcastle Marine2011">Loon,</a> previously known as Sovereign, was the first in the Newcastle 5500 series to be built. She features naval architecture and a sophisticated exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Murray & Associates L.L.C. (Company)">Murray &amp; Associates</a> with lavish interiors by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/498" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Claudette Bonville & Associates (Company)">Claudette Bonville &amp; Associates</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Loon54.86m (179'12&quot;)Newcastle Marine2011">Loon</a> has been regularly maintained and was recently refitted in 2020.&nbsp;The refit included updates to the galley, bridge, electrical systems and a fresh paint job to her grey hull. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Loon54.86m (179'12&quot;)Newcastle Marine2011">Loon</a> is a deluxe six-stateroom motor yacht featuring two king master suites and four guest staterooms. The two master suites are located on separate decks, with the first on the main deck with amazing oval windows across the full beam of the yacht. The second master suite is located on the bridge deck and also offers phenomenal views.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218484/image/large-6b89056aa514e12218fd0f9e4d388128.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218484"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218488/image/large-feedb80ae620d09cf902fcf91eb5e7cc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218488"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218490/image/large-fa3913497ab90675595562fa2b9804e9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218490">Each stateroom has been tastefully furnished with a wooden lacquer interior finish and neutral palette, bringing a strong sense of harmony throughout the vessel. She can also host a crew of 12 across six cabins.At 1,100 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Loon54.86m (179'12&quot;)Newcastle Marine2011">Loon</a> has large amounts of indoor and outside space designed for maximum comfort for those onboard. The tri-deck superyacht features numerous luxurious amenities. The expansive interior spaces have been carefully designed to allow guests to dine, socialise, pamper and entertain themselves as a group, or individually for those who want to appreciate some solitude.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218499/image/large-1250687ad6072de2b232e143e6ca0203.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218499">The sun deck offers an open air bar that sits alongside the infinity pool and oversized jacuzzi with numerous sun pads. The bridge deck features an alfresco dining area and a Sky Lounge large enough to host parties for up to 100 people when docked. The main deck includes an opulent outdoor seating with panoramic views that lead through into the main saloon and interior dining area. And finally the lower deck has a beach club that opens on to the ocean and can be set up as an outside gym or area to relax and enjoy the view.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218483/image/large-283132a463e2fb2201bb608c426b4cac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218483"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218481/image/large-96ec1a3a5ef14795debed56e3e61309a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218481">The FunAir beach club sea pool and extreme yacht slide offer additional fun whilst out at anchor and provide an on-ocean paradise for those onboard.As a certified PADI Dive Centre charter yacht, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Loon54.86m (179'12&quot;)Newcastle Marine2011">Loon</a> offers an extensive water sports program. The talented crew include a dive master, a professional surfer and a pro kite boarder and their unbeatable water sports program is available to guests of all ages and abilities.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Loon54.86m (179'12&quot;)Newcastle Marine2011">Loon</a> hosts an expansive fleet of tenders and toys including two-three seater Seadoo GTI Jet Skis, over 20 sets of snorkelling and scuba diving equipment, water skis, jet boards, kitesurfing, inflatable water toys and towables and even yacht golf.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218510/image/large-12954164e7a791617888528612286edd.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218510"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218513/image/large-ad3849bd0971644b74508357dd655736.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218513"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Loon54.86m (179'12&quot;)Newcastle Marine2011">Loon</a> and her crew are celebrated for undertaking extensive humanitarian work including being one of the first responders during Hurricane Dorian. This dedicated crew will soon be sailing for Europe and look forward to an exceptional summer season in the Mediterranean.She is also making waves in the industry as one of the first superyachts to announce they will be accepting crypto currency such as Bitcoin for charter bookings, including during the Monaco Grand Prix this May with the trackside berth they have secured in Port Hercules.Captain Paul Clarke of Motor Yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Loon54.86m (179'12&quot;)Newcastle Marine2011">Loon</a> shared, “We believe Bitcoin is the future of global currency. Forward thinking and welcoming new ideas has always been a strong part of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Loon54.86m (179'12&quot;)Newcastle Marine2011">Loon's&nbsp;</a>ethos. Accepting Bitcoin fits perfectly with these principals and supports inclusivity, especially for the younger generation of charter guests who are often more comfortable with a decentralised currency such as Bitcoin. Crypto currency expands borders, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Loon54.86m (179'12&quot;)Newcastle Marine2011">Loon</a> is expanding her horizons with the upcoming trip to Europe, and we look forward to inviting a new wave of charter guests on board.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218523/image/large-a88fb76ab6d14f2bc52b3d8652d716ae.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218523"> Performance-wise, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Loon54.86m (179'12&quot;)Newcastle Marine2011">Loon</a> can reach a top speed of 14 knots and cruise comfortably at 12 knots with a range of 4,500 nautical miles.

Newcastle motor yacht Loon

The 55m Newcastle Loon, previously known as Sovereign, was the first in the Newcastle 5500 series to be built.

Onboard: Newcastle’s 55m motor yacht Loon

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218003/image/large-68a8e0e2c5a4d24f40e8cc5a73c182f3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218003">Previously known as Sovereign, the 54.9-meter superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Loon54.86m (179'12&quot;)Newcastle Marine2011">Loon</a> was launched by the American shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/580" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Newcastle Marine (Company)">Newcastle Marine</a> in 2011. Featuring naval architecture and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Murray & Associates L.L.C. (Company)">Murray &amp; Associates</a> with interiors by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/498" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Claudette Bonville & Associates (Company)">Claudette Bonville &amp; Associates</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Loon54.86m (179'12&quot;)Newcastle Marine2011">Loon</a> has been regularly maintained and was refitted in 2020. The refit included updates to the galley, bridge, electrical systems and a fresh paint job to her grey hull. Onboard, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Loon54.86m (179'12&quot;)Newcastle Marine2011">Loon</a> can accommodate as many as 14 guests across six staterooms consisting of two master and four guest staterooms. Performance-wise, the tri-deck superyacht can reach a top speed of 14 knots and cruise comfortably at 12 knots with a range of 4,500 nautical miles.

Newcastle Marine superyacht Loon in the Caribbean

The 55m superyacht Loon, built by Newcastle Marine in 2011, is seen here anchored in St Barths.

Superyachts in St Barths this New Year

Some of the biggest and most beautiful superyachts have gathered in St Barths, see them here.

Superyachts in St Barths for New Year celebrations

Please introduce yourself and how you became involved in the yachting industry?My name is Gaspard Milazzo, CEO and Yacht Broker at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/492" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="G-Yachts (Company)">G-Yachts</a> in Monaco. I was born on the French Riviera and since a very young age and thanks to my family, I have always been passionate about sailing and due to my dad, a true boat and sea lover, I have always been involved in the world of yachting. During my teens, my family was running a small boat brokerage company in the port of Mandelieu-La-Napoule on the west side of Cannes. Thus, I became very quickly passionate about this beautiful world of yachting and my sisters and I began to work for the family business very early. Learning how every little detail of this world was extremely important, I spent thousands of days in the port during my childhood and always told myself that I would spend my entire life working in this industry! Decades later, here we are!<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/200306/image/large-2ae11c089dbaabdc5afb74c6b086c7fb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/200306">What encouraged you to found&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/492" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="G-Yachts (Company)">G-Yachts</a>?Long before <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/492" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="G-Yachts (Company)">G-Yachts</a>, it all started from a family passion for the sea and of course, a family business founded by my dad. The first company was called Cannes Nautic, which ran for almost 25 years and which I consider the basis of everything that happened next. I finally decided to expand and create my own business, Gaspard Yachts, in 1999, when I considered being mature and experienced enough to run a yachting business myself. For 15 years I gave my all to the company, and finally decided to stop Gaspard Yachts and take time to reflect on the future. At this time, Monaco had clearly become the world capital of yachting. Two years later, I finally decided to move there to rebuild a new customer base and thus, created <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/492" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="G-Yachts (Company)">G-Yachts</a> in 2016. A few months later, I encountered Jetcraft, the number one company in private aviation sales worldwide. We finally decided to partner up with Jetcraft and since then are very proud to work with such a brilliant company. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/176626/image/large-2a1a3d85fa1767ee8416fec350aafb07.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/176626">Do you have any standout yacht sales experiences - or particular vessels on your books that are special?I think one of the most standout yacht sales experiences was the most recent one, the sale of an iconic 55-metre sailing yacht. We made an offer with our client in September for this boat, unfortunately, the central agent at the time told us that the sailing yacht was finally already under offer. We did not leave it and constantly came back to them and finally, back in December, they told us that the yacht was still available. Everything was ready for the deal to happen but now, the yacht had to go to the shipyard to undergo some technical repairs and thus, the deal could not happen for the second time. Finally, in February, when the repairs were done, the deal was going to be closed but the yacht was in the harbour the day of the deal with an average 40 knots wind… <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/187697/image/large-3d282c9b3782d381da532740db720a44.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/187697">The client absolutely wanted to finalise the deal the 11th, of February, so this special day, not before, not after. Everyone was ready, but the captain had to wait to get out of the harbour due to extremely windy conditions and especially the yacht’s size. We were making weather checkpoints every hour. At 10pm, the captain and the pilot specially requested decided to leave the port. The yacht arrived in international waters at 11:45 pm. We were constantly calling the captain and checking everything from our office in Monaco, which was quite intense. Fortunately, everyone was ready with the documents on the seller and the buyer’s part, and we succeeded to close the deal just a few minutes before midnight! Indeed, it was the most stressful sale experience, twice the deal was going to be closed but finally nothing happened, and the story was going to repeat itself the third time, but we took all the chances on our side to make it happen. It was stressful, especially when the future owner tells you as a joke “If I cannot sign this deal today, the 11th, I will never sign it”. &nbsp;With the recent profusion in yacht sales, how do you see the market changing in the second half of the year?The market, although still experiencing a global pandemic, is currently evolving at a very fast pace. I do not think the market will “change” but simply “confirm” what has been happening these past six months. We are currently in the busiest season of the year for charters and the sales side is going at a very fast pace as well so, hopefully, things keep being busy for the rest of the year. A big transition will occur at the 2021 Monaco Yachts Show which I consider the most iconic, important, and recognised event in the industry. In terms of yacht sales, this event should generate an important rise for the last three months of the year and already prepare 2022 with early sales created around this period. Again, I would not use the word “change” but “confirm”. The demand has indeed been extremely high these past six months and the coming six months will be their “conclusion”, as well as the preparation for 2022. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/100071/image/large-0bf6bfc76339c8dfc6a3125a232f0ff0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/100071">What does the future look like for&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/492" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="G-Yachts (Company)">G-Yachts</a>?&nbsp;Bright, I hope! On a more serious note, we have the chance to stay very flexible and can handle any unexpected problems, the perfect example is of course what happened recently with the Covid pandemic, which fortunately, did not really affect us. At the same time, we have an international presence while still being that modest company which is a real strength but more importantly, we do know every single one of our customers personally and I give a huge importance to the human side of the business. The team completely changed in the span of a year and a half, and we are still growing modestly. We had the chance to acquire some young and extremely talented professionals to join our more experienced “old guard”. Being all passionate about the industry and ready for the constant challenges is what I am absolutely looking for and what I consider two crucial factors to succeed in this exciting but highly demanding industry. We do have a lot of very interesting internal projects coming up in the next months as well as some more public ones aiming to maintain our message of passion, professionalism, and expertise in the industry. Our dedication, thanks to our passion for yachting and our client’s relationship, are our number one strength, and the goal here is to constantly demonstrate it to every single person working alongside <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/492" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="G-Yachts (Company)">G-Yachts</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/77747/image/large-412de8d23601218102fb3c0ca116c53a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/77747">

Broker interview with Gaspard Milazzo

SYT chats to Gaspar Milazzo, founder of G-Yachts, to discuss his entrance to the market and direction for 2021.

"In the next six months, the market won't change, only confirm its strength": Gaspard Milazzo of G-Yachts

The 54.86-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sovereign54.86m (179'12&quot;)Newcastle Marine2011">Sovereign</a> has been sold after more than five years on the market with a last known asking price of $23,950,000. The deal was concluded with Michael Mahan of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2529" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Worth Avenue Yachts (Company)">Worth Avenue Yachts</a> representing the seller and Michael Rafferty and Barbara Stork Landeweer from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a> introducing the buyer with help from Jim McConville of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1102" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Allied Marine (Company)">Allied Marine.</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/83033/image/large-dd7cde908db5a88066d6d0b91a4bd3b7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/83033"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sovereign54.86m (179'12&quot;)Newcastle Marine2011">Sovereign</a> was originally built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/580" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Newcastle Marine (Company)">Newcastle Marine</a> in 2011, but has been regularly maintained and was refitted in 2020. The refit included updates to the galley, bridge and electrical systems and a fresh paint job to her hull. She features naval architecture and an exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Murray & Associates L.L.C. (Company)">Murray &amp; Associates</a> with interiors by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/498" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Claudette Bonville & Associates (Company)">Claudette Bonville &amp; Associates</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/83030/image/large-acfa79cb2a3bd36501a0a9101775cdd6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/83030"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sovereign54.86m (179'12&quot;)Newcastle Marine2011">Sovereign</a> can accommodate as many as 14 guests across six staterooms consisting of two master and four guest staterooms. On board, she hosts a crew of 12.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/83031/image/large-6a4305d3f92e2e60b2d75f9066456908.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/83031">The tri-deck superyacht features a sky lounge with panoramic views, a barbecue and an infinity pool.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/83032/image/large-4f875922553a04f20a6e645692a31b99.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/83032">Performance-wise, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sovereign54.86m (179'12&quot;)Newcastle Marine2011">Sovereign</a> can reach a top speed of 14 knots and cruise comfortably at 12 knots with a range of 4,500 nautical miles.

55m superyacht Sovereign sold

The 55m superyacht Sovereign has been sold after more than five years on the market with a last known asking price of $23,950,000.

We are sad to announce the untimely passing of Claudette K. Bonville, who after an eight-year battle with cancer, passed away last month at age 66. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/94321/image/large-00cf96b04956bd4b39edaefc00286e7e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/94321">The award-winning designer worked on some of the world’s most notable new builds and refits over the last 30 years through her own design firm <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/498" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Claudette Bonville & Associates (Company)">Claudette Bonville Associates (CBA)</a>, including the 55-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/580" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Newcastle Marine (Company)">Newcastle</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sovereign54.9m (180'1&quot;)Newcastle Marine2011">Sovereign</a> (ex Harbour Island), the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/263" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amanti51.75m (169'9&quot;)Feadship2003">Amanti</a> (ex: Dream), the 50-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/217" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Westport Yachts (Company)">Westport</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/263" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amanti51.75m (169'9&quot;)Feadship2003">Trending</a> (ex Vango), the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/47" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Delta Marine (Company)">Delta</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/33" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Victoria Del Mar 50.0m (164'1&quot;)Delta Marine2006">Victoria del Mar</a> (ex Happy Days), and the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Denship A/S (Company)">Royal Denship</a> BACA (ex Triple 8).<img src="/uploads/store/photo/47456/image/large-3931feed97b5f8f4e1e3f9d7766c1640.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/47456">Claudette’s most recent work included the 55-metre Feadship <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/259" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cynthia55.5m (182'1&quot;)Feadship2005">Cynthia</a> (ex: Twizzle), which won the 2019 International Yacht &amp; Aviation Award for Best Deck Design.<img src="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/uploads/store/photo/47451/image/large-1c4bf6d0fcd18814699b141b889298e6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/47451">In her absence, her daughter Lauren Bonville and Cindy Gunther have partnered to relaunch the design studio as Bonville Associates.&nbsp;A celebration of Claudette’s life and work is being planned for the <a href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show - 2019">Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show</a>.

Award-winning designer and founder of Claudette Bonville Associates passes away at age 66

Claudette K. Bonville, founder of Claudette Bonville Associates (CBA) has passed away at age 66 after an eight-year battle with cancer.

Award-winning designer Claudette K. Bonville passes away

<img src="/uploads/store/photo/53029/image/large-2217eaed550fc068d68b8d638d6cb53d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/53029">Seen here arriving in Fort Lauderdale where the world’s largest open-air boat show is kicking off today, is the American-built 54.9-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sovereign54.9m (180'1&quot;)">Sovereign</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sovereign54.9m (180'1&quot;)">Sovereign</a> was launched as Harbour Island in 2011 at Newcastle Marine in Palm Coast, Florida and built to a design by Murray &amp; Associates. After changing hands one year after delivery, in 2012 the yacht <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/sovereign"></a>was renamed after changing ownership and received a new coat of grey hull paint and several other modifications on board.

The 55m motor yacht Sovereign in Fort Lauderdale

<img src="/uploads/store/photo/45025/image/large-47a900993069aebbf63e00250305baf0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/45025">Enjoying the tropical summer this week in the quaint Italian fishing port of Portofino were the two superyachts <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triple Seven66.7m (218'10&quot;)">Triple Seven</a> (left) and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sovereign54.9m (180'1&quot;)">Sovereign</a>, seen here moored alongside each other. The 66.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triple Seven66.7m (218'10&quot;)">Triple Seven&nbsp;</a>was built by the German shipyard Nobiskrug and completed in 2006 to a design by Newcruise. The 55-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sovereign54.9m (180'1&quot;)">Sovereign</a> is a fully American yacht built by Newcastle Marine in Palm Coast, Florida to a design by Murray &amp; Associates. After changing hands one year after delivery, in 2012 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/974" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sovereign54.9m (180'1&quot;)">Sovereign</a> was renamed from Harbour Island and received a new coat of grey hull paint and several other modifications on board.

Superyachts Triple Seven and Sovereign in Portofino

The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show celebrates its 55th edition this year. The world’s biggest in-water boat show will feature almost $4 billion worth of <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yachts for sale</a> and marine products across over 3 million square feet of exhibit space. We highlighted 5 yachts attending the show.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/151239/image/large-34c3bf1f3e65fb5ed3974db3d37913b1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/151239">Calixe Exhibitor: Fraser Yachts Location: Pier 66 E Dock 502, 507Since her launch in 1986 Calixe has always been a very private yacht. She was built at Feadship Koninklijke De Vries Scheepsbouw Aalsmeer as Cacique, and was designed by De Voogt Naval Architects. In 1993 she was lengthened 3.7m by her builder Feadship Koninklijke De Vries Scheepsbouw Aalsmeer in Holland. Calixe accommodates up to ten guests in five cabins, including a large main deck full beam master suite. Her interior design is classic <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/terence-disdale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Terence Disdale</a>, and she is in pristine condition. Her asking price is set at $ 15,900,000.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/151240/image/large-3f7446834de94dd54eb9f82f0231fc4c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/151240">Sovereign Exhibitor: Northrop &amp; Johnson Location: HOF FD 38-47, 59Sovereign was launched in 2011 by U.S. builder Newcastle Marine. At 1,100 gross tons, she has the same or more volume than most 60-meter yachts, and she features six exceptionally appointed staterooms, including two master staterooms. The yacht is built to ABS class and MCA compliance for the large yacht commercial code and accommodates up to 14 crew. She is for sale with Northrop &amp; Johnson at $ 49,000,000.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/151241/image/large-78ee596cfef83be891f85cb9f5964ac9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/151241">Gallant Lady Exhibitor: Northrop &amp; Johnson HOF FD 38-47, 59Gallant Lady, for sale with Northrop &amp; Johnson, was the eighth Feadship built for her current owner. This 51.2-meter vessel, built in 2007, was built with an interior, utilizing lightweight aircraft technology to ensure her shallow draft, which greatly increases her cruising capabilities. Her rich interior, influenced by eighteenth and nineteenth-century French and Italian antiques, showcases beautiful woods, comprising black walnut, sycamore, eucalyptus and myrtle burl. She is offered for sale at $ 39,000,000<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/151242/image/large-98bda641230c51deac99e16d543d0c70.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/151242">Marie Exhibitor: Fraser Yachts Location: The Sails Marina Slip 2The black-hulled sailing yacht Marie was built by the Dutch Vitters shipyard in 2010 and designed by Hoek Naval Architects. Marie has a classic profile that belies a modern underwater hull – an evolution and lighter version of the award-winning ketch Adele, designed and built by the same Vitters/Hoek/MCM team five years ago. She is offered for sale by Fraser Yachts, at an undisclosed price.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/151243/image/large-ecc544ddab5a5ceb33c1360b533581c4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/151243">Necker Belle Exhibitor: Burgess Location: F/G Dock 21, 23Necker Belle offers clever contemporary design in a relaxed beach-club style environment. The yacht was completely rebuilt in 2009 at Azzura Yachts in Australia, and in 2013 was further improved with new main engines, generators, trampolines, and sails. For the more adventurous, the 2 aft deck sun pads can be transformed into outdoor berths with a removable tent-style structure to protect from the elements. Great sailing performance combines with beach club styling and a carefully conceived layout to create a versatile living space for up to 10 guests. She is offered <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">for sale</a> with Burgess, with an asking price of € 8,500,000By Maarten Janssen

Preview of superyachts for sale at FLIBS

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/142453/image/large-3f8484a192b3e030fe9583a4d0412adb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/142453">The 54.9 metre superyacht Sovereign Built by Newcastle Shipyards in Palm Coast, Florida, Sovereign, (ex: Harbour Island) is built to ABS Maltese Cross A1 YS, AMS, is MCA compliant and has trans-Pacific range. At1100 GRT, the steel-hulled superyacht, was sold last month, in a deal that included a Westport 130 trade-in, that was resold theat same day. Sovereign is a six-stateroom custom yacht featuring two king master suites - main deck and skylounge deck forward- and a VIP king guest suite below. Sovereign is powered by twin 3512B Caterpillar engines producing 2820 hp. By Maarten Janssen, photo by Frank Behrends

The 54.9 metre superyacht Sovereign

Worth Avenue Yachts has announced the sale of the 2011, 180' (54.9m) Newcastle, Harbour Island. Included in the sale of Harbour Island was the trade of the 2008, 130' Westport Sovereign, which sold to another buyer and closed the same day. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/142177/image/large-6e7fd2072ac40168d238ad1bfb7ddbd9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/139938">"The convergence of four industry leading companies working together on this deal is a sign of strength and an encouraging sign of things to come," said Michael Mahan, partner with Worth Avenue Yachts. "It's been tremendously rewarding working with such a great team on the sale of this exceptional yacht." <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/142178/image/large-a60bf432d50543a90cf1d3797ddc69d4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/142178">Michael Mahan of Worth Avenue Yachts represented both buyer and seller in the Harbour Island sale, a joint central listing with Peter Thompson and Mike White at Ocean Independence. Bryan Long of Westport Yacht Sales represented the buyer of the Westport, Sovereign. Kevin Merrigan of Northrop &amp; Johnson acted as a special consultant to the buyer of Harbour Island. "It has been a pleasure to work with Worth Avenue Yachts and Ocean Independence," said Steve Hudson, owner of Harbour Island. "Their integrity and professionalism throughout the entire process was integral to completing these transactions." Harbour Island will now be named Sovereign and the Westport will now be named Days Like This. "It has been a very pleasant and worthwhile experience to work with Michael Mahan of Worth Avenue Yachts and special consultant Kevin Merrigan from Northrop and Johnson in completing this transaction," said the buyer of Harbour Island. "They both represent some of the best people in the business." Built by Newcastle Shipyards in Palm Coast, Florida, Harbour Island is built to ABS Maltese Cross A1 YS, AMS, is MCA compliant and has trans-Pacific range. At1100 GRT, the steel-hulled superyacht is powered by twin 3512B Caterpillar engines producing 2820 bhp and sleeps 14 guests in six staterooms including two master suites and a VIP guest suite. Other features include an infinity pool/Jacuzzi and a stern garage. Worth Avenue Yachts Michael Mahan +1 (954) 439-5049 <a href="mailto:Michael@WorthAvenueYachts.com?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">Michael@WorthAvenueYachts.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.worthavenueyachts.com/">www.worthavenueyachts.com</a> Ocean Independence Peter Thompson / Michael White +44 7788 755334 / +44 7785 360845 <a href="mailto:pt@ocyachts.com?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">pt@ocyachts.com</a> / <a href="mailto:mike@ocyachts.com?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">mike@ocyachts.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.ocyachts.com/">www.ocyachts.com</a>

54.9 Metre superyacht Harbour Island sold

Worth Avenue Yachts and Ocean Independence have taken over the central agency listing for the sale of Harbour Island. Built by an experienced yachtsman who made sure the build included every opportunity to be successful by providing the finest supervision, engineering, design, time and quality available today. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/139938/image/large-987590815be5812797bc52cf6581bb5e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/139938">Harbour Island features exquisitely detailed woodwork, complimented by warm marble surfaces, immense volume, a spectacular vaulted ceiling in the skylounge, twin master staterooms with stunning ocean views and a flexilbe six-stateroom layout. Additional amenities include an infinity pool on the split-level sundeck, an elevator to all floors, a raised veranda on the main aft deck and an expansive built-in seating area aft of the alfresco dining area on the skylounge deck.Harbour Island is listed for sale at $ 54,900,000.Worth Avenue Yachts Michael Mahan / Jim Eden +1 (954) 439-5049 / +1 (954) 258-3434 <a href="mailto:Michael@WorthAvenueYachts.com?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">Michael@WorthAvenueYachts.com</a> / <a href="mailto:Jim@WorthAvenueYachts.com?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">Jim@WorthAvenueYachts.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.worthavenueyachts.com">www.worthavenueyachts.com</a> Ocean Independence Peter Thompson / Michael White +44 7788 755334 / +44 7785 360845 <a href="mailto:pt@ocyachts.com?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">pt@ocyachts.com</a> / <a href="mailto:mike@ocyachts.com?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">mike@ocyachts.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.ocyachts.com">www.ocyachts.com</a>

Superyacht Harbour Island now for sale with Worth Avenue and OCI

Last week we showed a video of the launch of the 54.90 metre superyacht Harbour Island and now the shipyard has released the first photos of the superyacht. Under the glow of a full moon, Newcastle Shipyards launched Harbour Island on 11 August 2011.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/83034/image/large-b5de09fc012efcb3f02d74911921b3d6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/83034">Harbour Island is the first in the Newcastle 5500 series and she will spend the next few weeks in St. Augustine for dock tests and sea trials before heading south to Rybovich Super Yacht Marina and Refit.The Newcastle 5500 is a six-stateroom custom yacht featuring two king master suites - main deck and skylounge deck forward- and a VIP king guest suite below. Additional amenities include the infinity pool on the split-level sundeck, the raised “veranda” on the main aft deck and expansive built-in seating area aft of the alfresco dining on the skylounge aft deck. Tenders and toys are stowed in the stern garage leaving the spacious exterior decks uncluttered. The Newcastle 5500 is built to ABS Maltese Cross A1 YS, AMS, is MCA compliant and has trans-Pacific range.Kevin Keith, owner of Newcastle states, “We are excited to see our largest yacht to date near completion. Harbour Island begins a new chapter in the history of Newcastle Shipyards as we look to build superior yachts for the most discerning owners.”Harbour Island will make her world debut at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show in October and she is offered for sale through International Yacht Collection.

Further details on the launch of the Newcastle 5500 Harbour Island

Newcastle Shipyards have launched the eagerly awaited 54.9 metre superyacht Harbour Island. Photos have not yet been released, but we did get hold of this video, showing the 6 stateroom superyacht right after her launch. Harbour Island features two large master staterooms, a large Jacuzzi on the sundeck, a full beam upper deck saloon, and a huge main aft deck. Harbour Island will be on display at this year's Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.<iframe height="349" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/-eITNmvPiAc" frameborder="0" width="425" allowfullscreen=""></iframe> By Maarten Janssen