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Update on Russian yachts seized

News is being shared of Russian yachts seized, here we have outlined the news behind those claims.

Considering the breadth and depth of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a>’s fleet, you’d expect the yard to have a dynasty that spans centuries and not decades. Despite being the youngest major player in the country, it quickly shouldered into the upper echelons of Dutch shipbuilding. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/221436/image/large-9a848cef3fa26588d802262415a73790.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/221436">The shipyard made its first splash in 1993 with the delivery of the far from modest 56.2-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Wellesley56.2m (184'5&quot;)Oceanco1993">The Wellesley</a> (ex. Achiever), and come 2008 had launched its 20th superyacht – a major milestone. The 75.5-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/99" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wheels75.5m (247'8&quot;)Oceanco2008">Wheels</a> (ex. Anastasia) might not have been the builder’s largest when she hit the water, but she was certainly one of the most striking.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/99" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wheels75.5m (247'8&quot;)Oceanco2008">Wheels</a> was also the first time that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/98" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sam Sorgiovanni Designs P/L (Company)">Sam Sorgiovanni Designs</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> partnered up for a project, and the duo have since designed and delivered the 88.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nirvana88.5m (290'4&quot;)Oceanco2012">Nirvana</a>, the 88.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5740" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Barbara88.5m (290'4&quot;)Oceanco2017">Barbara</a> and the 110.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4796" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kaos110.1m (361'3&quot;)Oceanco2017">Kaos</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254705/image/large-81f45d6560a43cbeaad6379f0fbf66da.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254705">Originally designed and commissioned for private use, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/99" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wheels75.5m (247'8&quot;)Oceanco2008">Wheels</a> was enjoyed by a single owner and family for more than a decade. She passed hands in 2018 and her new owners felt that her family-focused general arrangement and literary of entertainment would make her ideal for the charter market – and they certainly weren’t mistaken.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254324/image/large-a95b339cfc4d9173dcb800ab371654ce.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254324"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254320/image/large-895dff7cb610e6e577ebe24097a7b611.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254320">After three successful seasons chartering with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser Yachts</a>, the captain and crew had a full picture of which areas were used and which needed refining. Last year she was booked in for a no-expense-spared refit at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5775" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palumbo SY Refit (Company)">Palumbo shipyards</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254707/image/large-91fd67e8a335ed5a594243c2635e848c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254707">“The refit was extensive and great attention was paid to optimise the charter experience,” Captain Stefhan Malherbe told SuperYacht Times. “With guests spending so much time out on the decks, we decided to renovate all of her alfresco spaces.” Starting from the observation deck, the four viewing chairs have all been reupholstered and thanks to an altered ventilation system, the uppermost deck has a much quieter and more tranquil atmosphere. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254322/image/large-b5ad83b9a9cb87581980a3cd13ec38ef.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254322"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254323/image/large-1b29525d99a5aae2cbeffa5895a7c113.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254323">Her sundeck has been changed enormously and is now home to a large aft Canadian Jacuzzi, an exterior bar and removable windbreakers. She also has a platform that fits over the hot tub, acting as a stage for bands or DJs, new speakers and all the paraphernalia for parties. For the more sedate afternoons, guests can enjoy her spectacular outdoor cinema, courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5775" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palumbo SY Refit (Company)">Palumbo</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254317/image/large-3e7ea1659e26cf69a20c3ef2332f62b8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254317">“The new layout of the sundeck has been a great success and we find that guests now spend most of their days on charter together here,” Malherbe said. “Smaller groups have breakfast by the new dining space we created, and the new Jacuzzi and bar are both very popular.”The other exterior area that was totally redesigned was her upper deck aft. New large exterior dining tables were installed and their orientation was changed, providing guests with even more impressive views while they wine and dine together. To ensure that space can be used regardless of the weather, additional windbreakers and a new awning were added. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254324/image/large-a95b339cfc4d9173dcb800ab371654ce.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254324">Spanning seven decks with 1,991 GT and six staterooms comprising a master, two VIPs and three guest staterooms, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/99" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wheels75.5m (247'8&quot;)Oceanco2008">Wheels</a> has an abundance of space for 12 overnight guests. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/99" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wheels75.5m (247'8&quot;)Oceanco2008">Wheels'</a> master suite is sublime; it’s split-level and comes complete with an impressive mezzanine-style study. “What I personally love about the master suite is the 180-degree sea view that can be enjoyed from the private upper deck,” Malherbe added.&nbsp;Her remaining guest suites are situated on the main deck and each benefits from a freshly renovated ensuite and upgraded <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4521" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Akumendo (Company)">Akumendo</a> AV system. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/99" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wheels75.5m (247'8&quot;)Oceanco2008">Wheels</a> also has impressive crew quarters that can host a 21-strong team, including experts in sports: wakeboarding, kitesurfing, sailing, diving, yoga, and fitness instructors.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254316/image/large-636e48b00e56e2015a15fa0e201028aa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254316">Throughout these two refits, the owner worked to enhance and not displace the original light, airy and Asian-inspired ambiance that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/98" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sam Sorgiovanni Designs P/L (Company)">Sam Sorgiovanni</a> curated. In lieu of traditional parquet flooring, light and richly detailed bamboo lines the floor. The colour scheme and subtle motifs found throughout the yacht further the Eastern charm. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254706/image/large-7b2f51330028bc125ec060aeba273e11.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254706">The two indoor spaces subject to the biggest changes were the main and upper deck saloons. The general arrangement of the former was totally overthrown to create a number of seating areas for watching television, reading, writing or socialising. The poker table from the upper deck was also brought down to complement the space.With free space in the upper saloon, a new oval table and curved seating arrangement was added, along with a new marble-topped bar installed. Further entertainment is found in the shape of a cinema and wellness centre, complete with a spa and fully-equipped air-conditioned gym. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254325/image/large-c97ad49c5bd58dd31b1efa07f1da122d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254325"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/99" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wheels75.5m (247'8&quot;)Oceanco2008">Wheels</a> always delivered in entertainment and joined the charter market with an enviable toybox, brimming with tenders Jet Skis, e-foils, inflatables and a sundeck slide. But her tender garage is even more packed as last year her owner turned the fleet into an armada with even more tenders and toys, including a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5767" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Chris Craft (Company)">Chris Craft</a> guest tender and a new Nacra performance sailing catamaran.Not only does <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/99" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wheels75.5m (247'8&quot;)Oceanco2008">Wheels</a> offer a wealth of amenities, she has a crew to match. The superyacht was awarded the Best Charter Crew in the 50-metres and above category at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser</a> 20th Captains and Crew Gala Awards. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/221432/image/large-71bf4114966805ad298bb0feeb292306.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/221432">Available for charter with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser Yachts</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/99" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wheels75.5m (247'8&quot;)Oceanco2008">Wheels</a>' calendar is brimming. For the summer Mediterranean season, “We are available for charters most of May and June; however, from June through to September we are usually chartering back-to-back,” Malherbe explained.&nbsp;The weekly price to charter this award-winning superyacht is €790,000 during the summer. While her price in the winter is $850,000 per week.

Onboard 76m Oceanco yacht Wheels with Captain Stefhan Malherbe

Captain Stefhan Malherbe joined SYT to talk refit and charter with the Oceanco superyacht Wheels. Her price is €790,000 summer, and $850,000 winter.

Onboard the newly-refitted 76m Oceanco superyacht Wheels with Captain Stefhan Malherbe

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(2022-03-08 13:45:00 +0100)">Insight: What are the legal implications of sanctions against Russian yacht owners?</a></li><li><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55304" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Imperial Yachts issues statement over US Sanctions (2022-06-07 14:30:00 +0200)">Imperial Yachts issues statement over US Sanctions</a></li><li><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55459" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Update: Seized Russian superyacht Axioma sold at auction for $37.5m (2022-09-28 08:00:00 +0200)">Update: Seized Russian superyacht Axioma sold at auction for $37.5m</a></li><li><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55437" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seized Russian-owned 106m superyacht Amadea arrives in San Diego (2022-06-28 16:45:00 +0200)">Seized Russian-owned 106m superyacht Amadea arrives in San Diego</a></li><li><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56487" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="93m seized Feadship superyacht Royal Romance to be auctioned (2022-12-01 18:00:00 +0100)">93m seized Feadship superyacht Royal Romance to be auctioned</a></li><li><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56491" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="U.S takes steps to seize 99m Russian-owned superyacht Madame Gu (2022-12-02 11:30:00 +0100)">U.S. takes steps to seize 99m Russian-owned superyacht Madame Gu</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54666" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Crew member attempts to sink €6.5m superyacht Lady Anastasia (2022-02-28 16:15:00 +0100)">Crew member attempts to sink €6.5m superyacht Lady Anastasia</a>&nbsp;</li></ul><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/212643/image/large-ba2f96ab9f3c28bcf8c37fcf05a94801.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/212643">Casualties<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/215491/image/large-a02880399c7742c5dd66758b25fec593.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/215491"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55771" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Full round-up of yacht fires and casualties of 2022 (2022-09-05 10:45:00 +0200)">Full round-up of yacht fires and casualties of 2022</a>There has been a tragic number of yacht casualties so far this year; eight motor yachts caught fire, three sank, two were attacked, and a 50m sailing yacht was hit by a rescue vessel. SuperYacht Times has rounded up all the casualties (and near casualties) of 2022.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/212643/image/large-ba2f96ab9f3c28bcf8c37fcf05a94801.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/212643">SuperYacht Times presents the best of 2022<iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/fxyb7luvbR0?&amp;wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56628" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Video: SuperYacht Times best of 2022 (2022-12-21 14:00:00 +0100)">Video: SuperYacht Times best of 2022</a>The SuperYacht Times photographers have had a fantastic year chasing superyachts all over the world! Here is &nbsp;their 2022 highlights! We hope you enjoy the video and make sure to subscribe to our channel for all your superyacht content! These videos have been taken by Photographer Ruben Griffioen and Léandre Loyseau of the <a href="https://superyachttimes.ac-page.com/homepage" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT iQ</a> team.

 SuperYacht Times Synopsis: 2022

The SuperYacht Times Synopsis looks back over the year for a rundown of the top business stories from 2022.  

SYT Synopsis 2022: Major acquisitions, five 100m+ superyachts delivered, and around €6b worth of sales

What do&nbsp;the 82.9-metre&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/824" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Orenstein & Koppel (Company)">Orenstein &amp; Koppel</a>-built conversion yacht&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5820" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Falkor82.9m (271'12&quot;)Orenstein & Koppel1981">Falkor</a>&nbsp;and the 40.05-metre 2014&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker (Company)">Sunseeker&nbsp;</a>superyacht&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5803" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Thumper40.05m (131'5&quot;)Sunseeker2014">Thumper</a>&nbsp;all have in common?&nbsp;Although it may not immediately be obvious, there is an answer: These diverse and distinctive vessels are all equipped with high quality reliable radio frequency solutions, provided by Gent-based company, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6495" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="All Communications (Company)">All Communications</a> NV, which exists under the successful HAM International brand. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/23714/image/large-1670469a5efb09430ee52a534ea2ea18.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/23714">Here we catch up with company founder, Frans Van de Velde to discover how some of the industry’s coolest superyachts stay connected on board in an age where keeping up communication with family, friends and colleagues ashore is more important than ever. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/207732/image/large-304f0de1f2b16099f3cc5e9380ea0bc9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/207732">What sparked your passion for radio, antennas and wireless communication? When I was 14, I built my first transistor radio in a cigar box. And then, just a few years later, I built my own radio transmitter from an old radio with recycled lamps. Ever since then, I have felt this passion for radio transmitting equipment, which led to the founding of the company in 1969.What does your company offer the yachting industry?Since 1994, we have been focused on GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) amplification for indoor coverage of 2G, 3G, 4G and 5G. This has developed into our main product line, offering unique equipment which is unlike any other solution in the world and enables those on board to benefit from reliable and strong coverage. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/204263/image/large-4f17518ef0c5c336b7448fab5edc43e2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/204263">What are the problems faced by crew and owners with signal on board? There are many. Inconsistency in signal strength is one, as it depends on the height of the smartphone above sea level. If the vessel is not too far from the coastline, the signal might still be reasonable on the flybridge – as it can reach the operator antennas located on the coast – but it will still be too weak on the lower decks.&nbsp;With this lower signal strength, the data performance of smartphones and routers will gradually decrease, resulting in a small bandwidth that is unusable for many applications.&nbsp;The signal is also often unstable, even when travelling only a short distance from the coast, and can go from good to weak every few kilometres. This is because operators install antennas where they can lure in customers, meaning that many areas along the scarcely habited coasts have no antennas at all!&nbsp;Finally, most vessels have a steel hull with wooden accommodation, as well as windows protected against heat loss. This means they are almost completely shielded against signals from outside, including incoming GSM signals. In this case, you would have to go outside on the highest deck to make contact with the rest of the world.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/183870/image/large-a394b549a1bb192715be95593c7c5d8b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/183870">How do your products address these issues?We offer two main solutions for superyachts: the Hotel Solution (Router Connect), which consists of two omnidirectional antennas installed as high up as possible on the mast.&nbsp;This signal is conducted to a MIMO amplifier and range optimiser system to filter and regulate the strength and stability for all operators on all available frequency bands. In short: this signal is usable up to 35km from the most nearby operator antennas on the coast – more than enough range to meet the needs of today’s superyachts. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/207731/image/large-4ccc064e1c50ae4fe65271d17fd9957b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/207731">This signal is then fed into routers equipped with a series of modems with SIM cards from different operators, which deliver data bandwidth depending on the local geographical situation. The bandwidth from the modems is bonded together, providing one broad and stable internet connection.&nbsp;Our second solution is the GSM Connect indoor coverage solution. This is similar to the first, but the adjusted and filtered signal from the amplifier is distributed over a coaxial network with small antennas installed where coverage is needed. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/207730/image/large-3b695f57d51c7b7d65d3c0417daae6e2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/207730">The big advantage of this solution is that those on board do not need to connect to the Wifi, they can just continue to use their own device without changing any settings, and will pay for their own usage when they get home (as a major bonus for the yacht’s owner!). This also means there is no limit on the number of simultaneous users of the system, and no influence on the available bandwidth if more users are active or not.&nbsp;The result of both systems is a very substantial diminution of the VSAT cost, as well as a huge increase in the flexibility of the communication possibilities on board.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/577/image/large-ea1296089209ec45bcc85f23a2bb0099.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/577">It would be remiss to end the article without some name dropping. Can you tell us about some of the yachts which have your systems on board? Of course! We are proud to be on board <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/49" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stormborn46.7m (153'3&quot;)Heesen Yachts2007">Stormborn</a>, motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5820" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Falkor82.9m (271'12&quot;)Orenstein & Koppel1981">Falkor</a>, motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5803" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Thumper40.05m (131'5&quot;)Sunseeker2014">Thumper</a>, motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/591" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Clio72.6m (238'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2004">Clio</a>, motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/208" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kogo71.71m (235'3&quot;)Alstom (Aker Yards)2006">Kogo</a> and motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nirvana88.5m (290'4&quot;)Oceanco2012">Nirvana</a>. We can also be found on the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> motor yachts <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5598" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Savannah83.5m (273'11&quot;)Feadship2015">Savannah</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/291" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Utopia71.6m (234'11&quot;)Feadship2004">Utopia</a>.&nbsp;To discover more about the latest solutions from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6495" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="All Communications (Company)">All Communications</a>, contact the company directly using the details below:

All Communications and staying aboard on your superyacht

SYT chats to the team at All Communications about what it takes to stay connected onboard.

Communication is key: How to stay connected on board with All Communications

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/199720/image/large-31bc72871ab414369d5869ffb5c8bdd8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/199720">Spotted last week in Malta, is the 88.5-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nirvana88.5m (290'4&quot;)Oceanco2012">Nirvana</a>. Built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> in Alblasserdam, the Netherlands, she was launched in 2012 and became one of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a>’s largest superyacht projects at the time. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nirvana88.5m (290'4&quot;)Oceanco2012">Nirvana</a> is the work of the Dutch shipyard alongside Australian designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/98" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sam Sorgiovanni Designs P/L (Company)">Sam Sorgiovanni</a>, who used approximately 180 different materials onboard, everything from bronze to ironwood to nickel to silk to onyx. She has a deep dark blue hull, slightly flared bow and a downward curve aft of amidships. Another stand-out feature on board must be the 80-metre-long owner’s deck stretching nearly the entire length of the boat.

Superyacht Nirvana in Malta

The 88.5m superyacht Nirvana is seen here in Malta.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/198771/image/large-534ccc496a1149d51082c8fead1ea35d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/198771">Spotted last week in Zakynthos, Greece, is the 75.5-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/99" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wheels75.5m (247'8&quot;)Oceanco2008">Wheels</a>. Built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> in Alblasserdam, the Netherlands, she was launched as Anastasia in 2008. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/99" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wheels75.5m (247'8&quot;)Oceanco2008">Wheels</a> features seven decks, disguised in a sweeping curved superstructure, which rises from her transom through her reverse sheer-line bow. Her sweeping lines and cutting exterior are the work of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/98" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sam Sorgiovanni Designs P/L (Company)">Sam Sorgiovanni</a>, who also created the superyacht’s lavish interior. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/99" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wheels75.5m (247'8&quot;)Oceanco2008">Wheels</a>' previous owner commissioned two additional <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> superyachts, taking delivery of the 88.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nirvana88.5m (290'4&quot;)Oceanco2012">Nirvana</a> in 2012 and the 88.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5740" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Barbara88.5m (290'4&quot;)Oceanco2017">Barbara</a> in 2017.

Oceanco superyacht Wheels in Zakynthos

The 76m superyacht Wheels is seen here at anchor in Zakynthos, Greece.

As the meeting point of numerous Indian influences, Mauritius is almost entirely encircled by unbroken coral reefs and natural, safe, crystal clear lagoons – ideal for anchoring. Indeed, the island nation is surrounded by indigo blue waters and treats visitors to a number of notable attractions. In addition to the antiquated towns and villages which occupy the mainland, Mauritius is also home to some stunning beaches with conveniently located anchorages. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/193302/image/large-b749d42c2e921a6d0fd95decbf0e5382.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/193302">The Maldives is a beautiful collection of islands in the Indian Ocean which is quickly becoming a yachting hotspot, with the likes of 88.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nirvana88.5m (290'4&quot;)Oceanco2012">Nirvana</a> and the big explorer yachts <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6018" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bold85.0m (278'10&quot;)SilverYachts2019">Bold</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6788" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ragnar68.2m (223'9&quot;)Koninklijke Niestern Sander2012">Ragnar</a> recently on the scene. Those who come here can enjoy a wonderful climate, some of the best beaches in the world and amazing coves and lagoons. The Maldives is an archipelago consisting of 1,190 coral islands inundated with exceptional scenery and a natural beauty that lends itself to many recreational activities and adventures, including some of the world’s best scuba diving.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/193301/image/large-492bf3a648a9a4415bd567ee9df65c67.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/193301">Famed for its undisturbed beauty, the Seychelles are fringed by cobalt blue waters which make approaching the destination by luxury yacht a totally unforgettable experience. Ideal for both the adventurous and those looking to unwind, the picturesque beaches are only a short distance from a number of iconic dive sites. No doubt the most celebrated beach in the Seychelles is Anse Lazio, located in Praslin.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/193303/image/large-2030ff2ca8bcc8f3e133b950aeaf2990.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/193303">Renowned as a tropical retreat, Sri Lanka is another standout destination to be enjoyed in the Indian Ocean. Similarly to the Seychelles, the beaches are situated close to fantastic dive sites populated by a bright and vibrant marine life. For foodies, there is also the option to visit a number of critically-acclaimed restaurants serving up the very best traditional dishes. There’s also plenty of historic interest in Sri Lanka, with the fifth-century fortress of Sigiriya a central point of intrigue.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/193304/image/large-204a776de8bcdae4d505c8725e3bb69b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/193304">Located in the Indian Ocean, off the coast of Africa, Madagascar showcases influences from cultures all around the world, particularly France. Its 5,000km of coastline offers unspoiled waters, perfect for a yacht charter with great spots for scuba diving and snorkeling. The island’s diversity is one of its biggest attractions, with contrasting environments of rich vegetation and beautiful beaches offering much to explore. Visit some of the island’s national parks and nature reserves, such as Andasibe-Mantadia, or discover its cheeky lemur inhabitants. These ring-tailed monkeys are native to the island and will greet you as soon as you go ashore in Nosy Iranja.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/193300/image/large-d00d4e7ee26c978b38c2174a9bba02d2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/193300">The Indian Ocean comes with a wealth of possibilities for those discovering the region by superyacht. With countless marinas, an abundance of sublime weather plus an overwhelming welcome from friendly locals, this is nirvana in all its glory. From your superyacht, the warm ocean temperature and fantastic visibility make this region a favourite for spectacular highlights such as spotting the whale shark, or the affable giant tortoises and coconut crabs residing on land.Wherever you choose to drop anchor and explore in the Indian Ocean, there will be something for everyone. To find out yourself, choose one of the many superyachts currently available to charter in the area with Camper &amp; Nicholsons.This article was originally published in the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/brexit-latest-in-superyacht-times-newspaper" target="_blank">Spring 2021 issue of The SuperYacht Times newspaper</a>. To receive all future issues straight to your door, <a href="https://shop.superyachttimes.com/" target="_blank">subscribe to the newspaper here</a>.

Top superyacht destinations in the Indian Ocean

The archipelagos of the Indian Ocean offer some of the most spectacular yachting areas on the planet.

You're invited to... The Indian Ocean

For many years, satellite (VSAT) has been the main source of superyacht internet. However, within the last two years, as onshore 4G infrastructure has rapidly improved, LTE broadband has come into the market, offering speeds which by far exceed what even a very expensive VSAT contract can offer.&nbsp;For example, a 10 Mbps VSAT profile (MIR, with a guaranteed speed of just 2.5 Mbps) would cost an average of $5000-6000 dollars per month. 10 Mbps is not a lot considering that, as a rule of thumb, you need 25 Mpbs to watch one movie in 4K resolution.In comparison, a yacht can get an unlimited LTE data plan in the Mediterranean for between 2000-3000 euros per month and benefit from speeds ranging between 80 and 300 Mbps depending on the vessel’s location. That is comparable to what you would expect onshore with fiberoptics. Recent developments implemented by both cellular networks and equipment manufacturers have allowed for significant extensions in offshore 4G coverage. For example, <a href="https://www.meridian5g.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Meridian 5G,&nbsp;</a>a company that develops and manufactures 4G/5G equipment specifically for superyachts, has been able to extend its clients’ 4G coverage offshore up to 45 nautical miles (85km).Meridian 5G’s equipment is used by notable yachts and research vessels ranging from 25-160+ metres in size, including Eclipse,&nbsp;Al Mirqab, <em style='box-sizing: inherit; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; 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; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>Luna, Radiant, Barbara, Nirvana,&nbsp;Ragnar&nbsp;and many more.SuperYacht Times reached out to several vessels using Meridian’s DOME router equipment for comment. “We were refuelling in Albania and realized that, even though we didn’t have SIM cards covering Albania, we still had great 4G speed. It turned out that our Meridian dome router still connected to a Wind tower in Italy that was 75 kilometres away”, says Alexey Kuyevda, chief engineer on board motor yacht Apostrophe.He continues: “What was even more astonishing was that we had 50 Mbps download speed and 30 upload speed. When we used a Pepwave, we rarely got that much, even when we were close to shore.”&nbsp;Another yacht which has opted not to use VSAT is the 41-metre Lady Jade, which observed speeds “good enough for emails and file downloads at 46.3 nautical miles”. This was more than 85 kilometres from the nearest shore off Corfu.In addition, a screenshot taken from a device on board the 83.5-metre motoryacht Savannah while it was cruising in Greece shows that, at 99 kilometres from the nearest cellular tower, the yacht still experienced 21 Mbps download speed and 16 Mbps upload speed.&nbsp;“They weren’t that far from the nearest shore”, comments Dasha Grupman, CEO of Meridian 5G. “But the SIM cards they used only allowed them to connect to the Vodafone network in Greece, and the nearest Vodafone tower was that far away!”“We also observe that a tower located 70 kilometres away can sometimes provide better data connection than a tower which is only a few kilometres away”, Grupman continues. “An example of this would be when you are in a busy port in which the networks and cellular towers are simply overloaded. If you can then connect to a tower further away that is not getting the same load – since most cellular devices can’t reach that far – you would receive a far better, faster and more stable connection.”&nbsp;With all of the above in mind, therefore, the ever more readily-available 4G offers the ideal solution for getting high-quality internet on board – and the technology is only improving, so watch this space! <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/22062/image/large-f728daabe90278ffb38ee006b9783b76.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/22062">

Extending coverage 85km offshore with 4G

SYT discovers all there is to know about the latest developments in superyacht internet. 

4G: Extending coverage 85km offshore

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/185951/image/large-01fb5c9a5620c951dc055bf14703ec1c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/185951">When launched in 2012, motor yacht <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/nirvana" target="_blank">Nirvana</a> became one of Oceanco’s largest superyacht projects at the time. Measuring 88.5 metres in length, <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/nirvana" target="_blank">Nirvana</a> is the work of the Dutch shipyard and Australian designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/98" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sam Sorgiovanni Designs P/L (Company)">Sam Sorgiovanni</a>. Since the project, the pair have continued their working relationship by collaborating on other projects such as the 88.5-metre <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/nirvana" target="_blank">Barbara</a> and 110-metre <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/kaos-110m" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Kaos</a>, amongst others. One of the stand-out features on board must be the owner’s deck stretching nearly the entire length of the boat from the bow to the upper deck aft. Here she is seen at sunset in the Maldives.

89m Oceanco yacht Nirvana Maldives

The 89-metre Oceanco yacht Nirvana from 2012 seen anchored in the Maldives at sunset. 

Oceanco motor yacht Nirvana in the Maldives

<img src="/uploads/store/photo/96909/image/large-373595bc559e86bd7b5294b0129d9cc5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96909">Seen here side by side in Antibes are the Dutch-built <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5740" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Barbara88.5m (290'4&quot;)Oceanco2017">Barbara</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Musashi87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Musashi</a> superyachts in Antibes. Designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/98" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sam Sorgiovanni Designs P/L (Company)">Sam Sorgiovanni</a>, the designer behind the two <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> superyachts <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/99" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wheels75.5m (247'8&quot;)Oceanco2008">Wheels</a>&nbsp;(Ex: Anastasia) and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nirvana88.5m (290'4&quot;)Oceanco2012">Nirvana</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5740" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Barbara88.5m (290'4&quot;)Oceanco2017">Barbara</a> has a beam of 14.2 metres, a draft of 3.9 metres with an internal volume of 2,950 GT. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Musashi87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Musashi</a> was built for an experienced yachtsman in 2011 who previously owned <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rising Sun138.0m (452'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2004">Rising Sun</a>, the 138-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>. Inside, interior designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/926" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design (Company)">Sinot</a> combined comfort with optimal user-friendliness, and combined the refined lines from Japanese design with elements from Art Deco. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Musashi87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Musashi</a> shares a nearly identical design with her sistership <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a> which was launched in the same year.

88m Barbara and Musashi yachts in Antibes

Two superyachts in Antibes - Barbara and Musashi - were photographed together earlier this week.

The 88m Barbara and Musashi superyachts in Antibes

<img src="/uploads/store/photo/45418/image/large-58ebc95b46a73519d622f3d61374bd5f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/45418">When launched in 2012, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nirvana88.5m (290'4&quot;)">Nirvana</a> became one of Oceanco’s largest superyacht projects at the time. Measuring 88.5 metres in length, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nirvana88.5m (290'4&quot;)">Nirvana</a> is the work of the Dutch shipyard and Australian designer Sam Sorgiovanni. Since the project, the pair have continued their working relationship by collaborating on other projects such as the 88.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nirvana88.5m (290'4&quot;)">Barbara</a> and 110-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4796" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jubilee110.1m (361'3&quot;)">Jubilee</a>, amongst others. One of the stand-out features on board must be the 80-metre-long owner’s deck stretching nearly the entire length of the boat from now to the upper deck aft. Here she is seen hanging out on the island of Sardinia.

The 89m Oceanco superyacht Nirvana at anchor

<img src="/uploads/store/photo/41742/image/large-63e54471736e45af69810ef26065272b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/41742">The 88.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5740" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Barbara88.5m (290'4&quot;)">Barbara</a> was the smallest yacht launched by Oceanco in 2016 after the 106-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4795" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Black Pearl106.0m (347'9&quot;)">Black Pearl</a> took to the water a few months before her in Rotterdam. Designed by Sam Sorgiovanni, the designer behind the two Oceanco superyachts <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/99" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Anastasia75.5m (247'8&quot;)">Anastasia</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nirvana88.5m (290'4&quot;)">Nirvana</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5740" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Barbara88.5m (290'4&quot;)">Barbara</a> has a beam of 14.2 metres, a draft of 3.9 metres with an estimated internal volume of 2,950 GT. Here she is seen anchored outside a rainy Cala di Volpe on the island of Sardinia.

The 88.5m Oceanco Barbara is seen here anchored in the bay of Cala di Volpe, Sardinia. 

The Oceanco superyacht Barbara in Sardinia

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Oceanco Anastasia in Dubai

Anastasia was completed in 2008 by Oceanco as the third project in its new generation Y700 line up following the launches of Amevi and Alfa Nero in 2007. Her sweeping lines and cutting exterior are the work of Sam Sorgiovanni, who also created the yacht’s lavish interior. Anastasia’s owner commissioned a second Oceanco superyacht, and took delivery of the 88.5 metre Nirvana in 2012. Sorgiovanni also worked with Oceanco on the recently-delivered 88.5-metre superyacht Barbara.

Photo by Steve Chalmers

Anastasia in Dubai

First unveiled last week as Oceanco moved the new 88.5-metre superyacht project Y715 outside her build shed for the first time, the Dutch shipyard this week lowered the yacht into the water, ready to be towed back to the shipyard’s facilities in Alblasserdam.

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Designed by Sam Sorgiovanni, the designer behind the two Oceanco superyachts Anastasia and Nirvana, Y715 has a beam of 14.2 metres, a draft of 3.9 metres, and an estimated internal volume of 2,950 GT.

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Photo by Ronald Engelsman

Launched: Oceanco’s 88.5m project Y715 in the water

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Superyacht Anastasia in Antibes, France

Built at Oceanco in 2008, the 75 metre Anastasia is the third unit in the Dutch shipyard’s acclaimed Y700 generation following the launches of Amevi and Alfa Nero the year before. Her sweeping lines and cutting exterior is the work of Sam Sorgiovanni, who also created the yacht’s lavish interior. Anastasia’s owner commissioned a second Oceanco superyacht, and took delivery of the 88.5 metre Nirvana in 2012.

Photo by Nico Cartalla

Oceanco’s 75m superyacht Anastasia in Antibes

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/151109/image/large-2ac58f915a4bfc77efb1e42d0acf10cc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/151109">Mogambo, Nirvana and Lady Moura in AntibesThree impressive superyachts in one photo, taken at the International Yacht Club d'Antibes. The smallest of the three, is Mogambo, although at 74 metres, she can hardly be called small. She was launched in 2012 by Germany-based shipyard Nobiskrug to a design by Reymond Langton. Next to her, is the 88.5 metre Oceanco Nirvana. Designed by Sam Sorgiovanni, Nirvana combines extraordinarily voluminous interiors with extensively spacious deck spaces. She features a vast aft deck complete with 7.5 metre counterflow pool. Last but not least, is the 105 metre Lady Moura. For a long time, the 1990 Lady Moura held the record for being the beamiest yacht in the world, at 18.5 metres. She is the 29th argest yacht in the world, and she can often be seen in Monaco, where she serves as a private home to her owners.By Maarten Janssen, photo by Christo303 / <a href="https://www.superyachtphoto.com/media/" target="_blank">SuperYachtPhoto.com</a>

Mogambo, Nirvana and Lady Moura in Antibes

The Top 100 largest superyachts in the world

The 22nd Dubai International Boat Show 2014 opened this week. Two of the largest superyachts in the history of the Dubai International Boat Show are showcased. The 88.5-metre-long superyacht Nirvana, built by Oceanco and the 88 metre Quattroelle, built by Lürssen, is also showcased this year. <div style="display: none; text-align: center;"> </div><object class="BrightcoveExperience" id="myExperience3297494284001"><param name="bgcolor" value="#FFFFFF">
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Video of the Dubai International Boat Show

The 22nd Dubai International Boat Show 2014 opens today, providing a wide range of activities including exciting prize giveaways, live entertainment, and exclusive dining experiences, along with convenient parking and public transportation. More than 26,000 visitors from the 70 countries are set to attend the region’s largest marine leisure exhibition, held from 4-8 March 2014 at the Dubai International Marine Club - Mina Seyahi.<strong style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; background-image: none; color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11.818181991577148px; line-height: 15.994318008422852px; text-align: -webkit-center;"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/147552/image/large-3d0e260747b0655e85d4f2a09f73fd59.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/147552">Making it easier than ever to attend the Dubai International Boat Show 2014, visitors can park at the following locations and take RTA water taxis or shuttle buses to Dubai International Marine Club, Mina Seyahi: Gateway Towers at the entrance to Palm Jumeirah (shuttle buses), Al Sufouh Beach Parking opposite Dubai Knowledge Village (shuttle buses and water taxis), Dubai Marina Mall (shuttle buses), SkyDive Dubai (shuttle buses and water taxis). In addition shuttle buses are available to transport visitors from Nakheel Metro Station and Marina Metro Station.At the show, visitors can expect to be enthralled by the 430 boats on display, including 19 superyachts at the stunning outdoor Marina Display Area. The SYBAss Lounge, which falls under the umbrella of the prestigious Superyacht Builders Association (SYBAss), has 10 members confirmed to participate at the event.Two of the largest superyachts in the history of the Dubai International Boat Show will be showcased on outdoor Marina Display Area. The 88.5-metre-long superyacht Nirvana, built by Oceanco and exhibited by Edmiston, is one of the world’s top 50 longest superyachts and the exhibition’s largest-ever superyacht to date. The 88 metre Quattroelle superyacht, built by German shipyard Lürssen, will also be showcased this year. The luxury superyacht features elegant accommodation for up to 12 guests and provides plenty of exterior deck space for entertainment and relaxation.The show will host 42 global and regional launches including regional launches of the 13.5-meter Cranchi, an 11-meter boat from Christ Craft, the 12-meter Everglade by Gulf Yachts, the 8.9 meter Qs855 Activ from Delma Marine, amphibious quad skis from Gibbs Sports, and the first-ever amphibious ribs from ASIS Boats.Of the show’s 750 exhibiting companies and brands from 50 countries around the world, many are putting an increased emphasis on small to medium sized boats, speed boats, and jet skis for visitors looking to pursue leisure marine activities. Thrill-seekers can explore jet skis and diving equipment, along with countries promoting their destinations for boating, jet skiing, snorkelling and diving.“The Dubai International Boat Show 2014 makes for a perfect family outing with an exciting range of prize giveaways and activities taking place amidst the world’s most exclusive boats and maritime brands on display,” said Trixie LohMirmand, Senior Vice President of Dubai World Trade Centre, the exhibition’s organiser. “In response to visitor feedback, we are showcasing a wide range of boats from the most luxurious superyachts to small and medium sized boats for individuals looking to purchase their first boat.”<strong style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; background-image: none; color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11.818181991577148px; line-height: 15.994318008422852px; text-align: -webkit-center;"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/147553/image/large-ab46acbccc7b1bc901a755946f1b4631.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/147553">The Dubai International Boat Show 2014 also features a diving pool at the Dive Middle East Exhibition (DMEX), allowing visitors to test their diving skills and get tips from the experts, and a wide range of maritime activities at the Heritage Village sponsored by the Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing. At the Supercar Promenade, visitors can experience the latest vehicles from premier manufacturers like, Bentley, McLaren, Mercedes and SRT.Key returning partners include Italian luxury watch brand Officine Panerai as Supporting Partner, Mercedes-Benz as Official Car Partner, and ART MARINE as Marina Display Partner. Bombardier, the world’s only manufacturer of both planes and trains, is the exclusive sponsor of the LSS indoor pavilion.<strong style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; background-image: none; color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11.818181991577148px; line-height: 15.994318008422852px; text-align: -webkit-center;"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/147554/image/large-dab46ad8c256ec4f9aad0026ddc9bce2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/147554">The 22nd Dubai International Boat Show is held at the Dubai International Marine Club - Mina Seyahi, from 4-8 March 2014. The event will be open to trade visitors and the general public from 3 pm – 9:30 pm daily, with admission of AED 60.Dubai International Boat Show 2014 + 971 4 308 6430 <a href="mailto:dubai.boatshow@dwtc.com?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">dubai.boatshow@dwtc.com</a> <a href="http://www.boatshowdubai.com/" target="_blank">www.boatshowdubai.com</a>

Dubai International Boat Show 2014 opens today

Edmiston has confirmed that Nirvana, the 88 metre Oceanco, will be exhibiting at the forthcoming Dubai International Boat Show, 4th-8th March.<strong style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; background-image: none; color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px; text-align: -webkit-center;"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/147429/image/large-b02880268a59ad3ce919f74128095082.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141778">The largest yacht ever exhibited at the show, Nirvana has been built to exceptional standards. With styling by Sam Sorgiovanni, Nirvana has a number of unique and impressive features: a seven metre swimming pool, a fully certified heli-pad, an 80 metre Owner’s deck with private Jacuzzi and sundeck, a 3D cinema and a huge array of the latest water sports equipment.<strong style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; background-image: none; color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px; text-align: -webkit-center;"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/147430/image/large-344420164f83a3d65f15819f4f4b099a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141780">One of the largest and most significant yachts on the sales market today, Nirvana will be available for inspection by prior appointment only.Edmiston +377 93 30 54 44 <a href="mailto:monaco@edmiston.com?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">monaco</a><a href="mailto:cayachts@edmiston.com?subject=M/Y%20DB9%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">@edmiston.com</a> <a href="http://www.edmiston.com/" target="_blank">www.edmiston.com</a>

Nirvana added to Dubai Boat Show line-up

We take a closer look at the ten largest superyachts ever built in the Netherlands, with the largest being 99 metres long. Only three yards make up for the top 10 (or we should say top 12, because there are two yachts in the list with the same length). Oceanco takes the lead, with 6 of their yachts making their way into the Top 10, followed by Feadship with 4 deliveries. Royal Huisman's Athena is the only sailing yacht in the list.    <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146737/image/large-ce428cf5020028a98c0b8e328a59d9fd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145547">1 - <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2074" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">M</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2074" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">adame Gu </a>- 99 metre Feadship - 2013 (Rank in the overall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41572" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Top 100</a>: 29)The 99-metre masterpiece Madame Gu was created by the Feadship yard in Makkum and is also the largest superyacht ever built in the Netherlands. More than four years in the making, Madame Gu was launched in 2013. Madame Gu will not be the largest Feadship for long. One of the Feadship yards, Royal van Lent, is now building a 101.5 metre superyacht. Oceanco is building two even larger yachts in Holland, a 110 metre motoryacht, and a 106 metre sailing yacht. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146738/image/large-812bc2aac0d423ec9b4a652f91d0de57.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/140566">2 - <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/300" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank">Indian Empress</a> - 95.00 metre - Oceanco - 2000 (Rank in the overall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41572" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" style="text-align: -webkit-center;">Top 100</a>: 34)<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/300" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Indian Empress</a> is a 95 metre Oceanco, built in 2000 to a design of The A Group. She was launched as Al Mirqab, one of the yachts owned by the Qatar royal family. In her days as Al Mirqab, she remained a highly private yacht. These days, Indian Empress is in the hands of an Indian owner, who made the yacht available for charter. She is regularly seen at Formula 1 events, which is no surprise, since her owner owns the Sahara Force India Formula One Team. The yacht is, powered by triple engines, each delivers a stunning 10.000 hp, which provide a cruising speed of 17 knots. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146739/image/large-acd2dff9e811bb4552a968bb4414d852.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/139723">3 - <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/288" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank">Athena</a> - 90.00 metre - Royal Huisman Shipyard BV - 2004 (Rank in the overall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41572" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" style="text-align: -webkit-center;">Top 100</a>: 44)The 90 metre super sailing yacht Athena, the second largest sailing superyacht in the world today, was built by the Dutch Royal Huisman shipyard in 2004. The superyacht’s exterior lines were designed by Pieter Beeldsnijder Design, with naval architecture by Dykstra &amp; Partners and an interior by Rebecca Bradley Interior Design. Athena is one of the largest sailing yachts launched since the 1930’s, and reaching speeds up to 19 knots, Athena can outrun most other sailing superyachts.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146740/image/large-b1f541a2d16e14aa41463b51a4fca2fb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/146032">4 - <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2484" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank">Nirvana</a> - 88.50 metre - Oceanco - 2012 (Rank in the overall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41572" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" style="text-align: -webkit-center;">Top 100</a>: 45)At 88.5 metres LOA, Nirvana is one the largest in a spectacular line of superyachts built by esteemed Dutch shipyard Oceanco. Designed to perfection by Sam Sorgiovanni, Nirvana combines extraordinarily voluminous interiors with extensively spacious deck spaces. She features a vast aft deck complete with 7.5 metre counterflow pool and a large sunbed aft. The floor of the pool rises to create a huge deck for entertaining while forward in the main salon is a bar and exotic reptile house. Superyacht Nirvana is for sale with Edmiston and has an asking price of € 230,000,000.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146741/image/large-0f1bf19cede821b5aeeb820929a391c9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141555">5 - <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Musashi</a> - 87.78 metre - Feadship - 2011 (Rank in the overall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41572" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" style="text-align: -webkit-center;">Top 100</a>: 48)Musashi was built for an experienced yachtsman who previously owned <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/237" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Rising Sun</a>, the 138 metre Lürssen. You can cleraly see elements of that much larger yacht in Musashi. Inside, interior designer Sinot combined comfort with optimal user-friendliness, and combined the refined lines from Japanese Design with elements from Art Deco. Musashi was featured as our <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/37783" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" style="font-family: Arial;">Superyacht of the Week</a>.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146742/image/large-d403722cea724a948d1d0ed5f37a0a3a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145273">6 - <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank">Fountainhead</a> - 87.78 metre - Feadship - 2011  (Rank in the overall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41572" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" style="text-align: -webkit-center;">Top 100</a>: 49)Fountainhead was delivered in 2011 by Feadship. She is designed by De Voogt Naval Architects and she features an interior by Sinot Yacht Design and Axel Vervoordt. Fountainhead is a near sistership to Musashi, and for a while they were the largest Feadships ever launched. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146743/image/large-2973ed5c1ab5925f450f700272d147a3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137280">7 - <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1537" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank">Seven Seas</a> - 86.01 metre - Oceanco - 2010 (Rank in the overall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41572" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" style="text-align: -webkit-center;">Top 100</a>: 53)The 85.47 metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1537" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Seven Seas</a> was delivered by the Dutch Oceanco shipyard in November 2010 and was designed by Nuvolari &amp; Lenard with naval architecture by Azure Naval Architects. One of her features in a trademark Oceanco swimming pool on her aft deck that can be conveniently transformed into a helipad.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146744/image/large-2318438f3599bc5baa26a12a52117ac6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/132513">8 - <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/234" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank">Ecstasea</a> - 85.95 metre - Feadship - 2004 (Rank in the overall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41572" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" style="text-align: -webkit-center;">Top 100</a>: 55)At the time of her launch, in 2004, Esctasea represented a number of major milestones in the evolution of the superyacht industry. Powered by four MTU engines, the yacht reaches speeds up to 30 knots, making her one of the fastest superyacht in the Top 100 Largest Yachts.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146745/image/large-534e202c6e817f1b0e0109a536836c61.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/142852">9 - <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2485" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank">St. Princess Olga</a> - 85.50 metre - Oceanco - 2013 (Rank in the overall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41572" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" style="text-align: -webkit-center;">Top 100</a>: 57)The 85.6 metre Oceanco Y708, St. Princess Olga was delivered in 2013, and her sleek silhouette, possessing the smooth exterior lines by Igor Lobanov, compliments her projected modern interior design by Alberto Pinto.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146746/image/large-75c6df8c04de536dd66700a3507d1801.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133596">Shared 10th place - <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/100" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank">Vibrant Curiosity</a> - 85.47 metre - Oceanco - 2009 (Rank in the overall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41572" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" style="text-align: -webkit-center;">Top 100</a>: 58)<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/100" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Vibrant Curiosity</a> (project Y704) is the third project for Oceanco with superyacht designers, Nuvolari &amp; Lenard, who designed the exterior and interior styling of the yacht. Naval architecture was provided by the in-house team Oceanco in co-operation with Azure Naval Architects. This 85m superyacht is powered by twin 4,680 HP MTU diesel engines which provide her with a top speed of 18.5 knots. The yacht features environmentally-conscious features such as a sea monitoring system that is an integral part of Oceanco’s philosophy of constantly exceeding current industry initiatives and trends.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146747/image/large-b8e942c54f2a653e4a695c124d490ec7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/142357">Shared 10th place - <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/101" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank">Sunrays</a> - 85.47 metre - Oceanco - 2010 (Rank in the overall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41572" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" style="text-align: -webkit-center;">Top 100</a>: 59)Superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/101" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Sunrays</a> was delivered by Oceanco in 2010, and was designed by the late Bjorn Johansson. Sunrays, hull Y705, has twin 3,492kW MTU 16V 595 TE 70 engines and can achieve a maximum speed of 20 knots. She is exceptionally spacious with accommodation for 16 guests, in an interior designed by Terence Disdale Design.

The Top 10 largest Dutch-built yachts

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146032/image/large-02ba15dc9f6612d85cc6c0ed82efa5de.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/146032">Superyacht Nirvana anchored off DatcaAt 88.5 metres LOA, Nirvana is one the largest in a spectacular line of superyachts built by esteemed Dutch shipyard Oceanco. Designed to perfection by Sam Sorgiovanni, Nirvana combines extraordinarily voluminous interiors with extensively spacious deck spaces. She features a vast aft deck complete with 7.5 metre counterflow pool and a large sunbed aft. The floor of the pool rises to create a huge deck for entertaining while forward in the main salon is a bar and exotic reptile house. Superyacht Nirvana is for sale with Edmiston and has an asking price of € 230,000,000.Photo by Maarten Janssen

The 88.5 metre superyacht Nirvana in Datca, Turkey

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/144829/image/large-ab9f92ab61bfee1b7bccbc20b11fdf55.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/144829">Superyacht NirvanaAt 88.5 metres LOA, Nirvana is one the largest in a spectacular line of superyachts built by esteemed Dutch shipyard Oceanco. The yard is now working on several larger projects, such as a 110 metre motoryacht, and a 108 metre sailing yacht. Designed to perfection by Sam Sorgiovanni, Nirvana combines extraordinarily voluminous interiors with extensively spacious deck spaces. Her spacious aft deck for example features an impressive 7.5 metre counterflow swimmingpool.By Maarten Janssen, photo by Christo303

The 88.5 metres Oceanco superyacht Nirvana

This month we take a look at the top stories in the latest magazines, books and other yacht publications. This month includes; Yachts International, Boat International, The Superyacht Report, Superyacht Business and Superyacht World.Magazines:Yachts International – July / August 2013 • Closer look at the new additions to the Top 100 largest yachts • Top-of-the-line custom tenders used by the top 100 yachts • On board Benetti’s Classic Supreme 132 • Oceanco’s Nirvana • A look at the refit that saved the sailing yacht Zeus from a salvage yardBoat International – July 2013 – Number 325 • On board Stella Maris • On board Pride • Cruising on board Calisto in Thailand • On board Pumula • On board Vulcan • Interview with superyacht owner Alex DreyfoosShowboats International July 2013 • On board Stella Maris • On board Vulcan • The hottest tenders and toysThe Superyacht Report July 2013 • MB92 - The Heart of Barcelona • Getting to Grips with the Gulf Gulf Craft • What the Owner Doesn't Know... • St Barths Bucket • Engineering StandardsSuperyacht World July 2013 • Top 50 Finest Superyachts • Benetti Ulysses and Vicem 46M Vulcan • On Charter in Indonesia • Twenty-one great timepieces for collectorsSuperyacht Business July 2013 • China round-up • Amico insight • Oceanco insight • Interview with Dickie BannenbergIf you want your superyacht publication in this list then please send a copy to:SuperYacht Company BV Att: Maarten Janssen Keizersgracht 818-G 1017 EE Amsterdam The NetherlandsBy Maarten Janssen

What's inside this month's superyacht publications - July 2013

Superyacht Nirvana made her grand debut at the 2012 edition of the Monaco Yacht Show. At 88.5 metres LOA, Nirvana is the largest in a spectacular line of superyachts built by esteemed Dutch shipyard Oceanco, placing her in the company of resounding names such as Sunrays, Seven Seas and the ever legendary Alfa Nero. This instantly places her among the elite of superyachts cruising the world today, building on a solid tradition of design and naval architecture, yet with her bow aimed firmly at the future of yachting.  <div style="display:none"> </div><div align="center"> <object class="BrightcoveExperience" id="myExperience2233975593001"><param value="#FFFFFF" name="bgcolor">
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<param value="2233975593001" name="@videoPlayer"> </object> </div>Designed to perfection by Sam Sorgiovanni and meeting her owner's specific requirements, Nirvana undoubtedly is one of the very few, truly majestic vessels that really put the “super” in superyacht. She combines extraordinarily voluminous interiors with extensively spacious deck spaces, in an exquisite and elegant, contemporary style. She offers an impressive six decks with a large collection of features, with the grand master suite measuring a dazzling 150 square metres as just one example of her high standards. Read our full on-board feature here <a target="_blank" href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/39741">here</a>. Oceanco +377 9310 0281 <a href="mailto:oceanco@oceanco.mc?subject=Oceanco%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">oceanco@oceanco.mc</a>   <a target="_blank" href="http://www.oceancoyacht.com/">www.oceancoyacht.com</a>Sam Sorgiovanni Designs +61 (0) 8 9433 6355 <a href="mailto:sams@ssdesigns.com.au?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">sams@ssdesigns.com.au</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.samsorgiovannidesigns.com">www.samsorgiovannidesigns.com</a>

Video of 88.5 metre Oceanco superyacht Nirvana

Size matters.... I am of course talking about superyachts. When I had a look at our best-read articles in 2012, most of them involved the launches of some of the world's largest yachts. Time for a short summary of those articles. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/142150/image/large-ec68d2b1280a7dfce7470231014089b0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/139824"> When the 180 metre superyacht Azzam left her building shed for a brief moment in June, we were there to bring you the <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/38676">very first photos</a> in our world exclusive article. The yacht was moved into her outfitting shed in Lemwerder, where the German builders added her missing bow section.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/142151/image/large-a40f0ba3d1ea29b0840d2ce61261ef17.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/139829">Since that day, we have received confirmation, that the yacht is designed by Italian yacht designers Nauta Yachts. We tried to get more details from the design team, but they remain tight lipped about any details concerning this huge project. See more photos in <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/38871">this article</a>. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/142152/image/large-4c5e97f9a7fbcc3d15e77d50de240206.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/139284">Azzam wasn't the only large yacht to emerge from the Lürssen yard. Just weeks before the 147 metre Topaz was launched, and again, SYT had the <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/38618">exclusive first photos</a>. Still not much is known yet about this massive new superyacht, however we do know she has a length of 147 metres, beam of 21.50 metres and a gross tonnage of 11,589. Since our exclusive article in May, we did find out she was designed by Tim Heywood. <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/39275">See a more recent photo here</a>. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/142153/image/large-7d55738ab16bac43e5863922502256c8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141471">In October the 78 metre Feadship superyacht project 684 Venus was launched at the Feadship Koninklijke De Vries shipyard in Aalsmeer, and again, we were there to bring you <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/39611">the exclusive first photos</a>. Feadship hull number 684 is one of Feadship's most secret projects to date, and the company remains tight-lipped about their latest launch. A few days later, I talked with French designer Philippe Starck about his radically different approach to a superyacht. Read the interview <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/39699">here</a>. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/142154/image/large-7737d6b1d6e9d690806ce95b4f3f4bf3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/138883">Earlier in the year, Feadship launched the 78.50-metre custom motoryacht Hampshire II for an experienced Feadship owner with a great love of action and sports. From the foredeck ball court to the 25-metre high crow’s mast, this latest scion of the Feadship fleet is a yacht full of adventure. For the full article, click <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/38429">here</a>. <div style="DISPLAY: none"></div><object id="myExperience1852648563001" class="BrightcoveExperience"><param name="bgcolor" value="#FFFFFF">
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<param name="@videoPlayer" value="1852648563001"></object>Not long after I talked to Feadship's Sales Director Koos Zitman about this phenomenal yacht.  <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/142155/image/large-a0bf8bc62feca043a9091f2d3955daf3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137892">Early in 2012, Oceanco <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/37923">launched hull Y707</a>, at the shipyard in Alblasserdam, the Netherlands. I drove to the shipyard at the crack of dawn, to see the roll out operation. Y707 measures 88.5 meters, and is custom designed by Sam Sorgiovanni, who created a yacht that ingeniously connects the inside with the outside. She was later named Nirvana, and we recently featured her as a <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/39741">SuperYacht of the Week</a>.What will 2013 bring? Well, our order book shows that nearly 160 superyacht are scheduled to be launched in the new year, so be prepared for even more world exclusive launch articles!By Maarten Janssen

SYT Top 5: The best read superyacht launch articles in 2012

Alewijnse Marine Systems is closing 2012 with a strong order book that demonstrates the underlying strength of the top yards in the superyacht industry. As a system integrator Alewijnse works with yards around the world, supplying specialist electrical engineering services up to and including the installation and integration of entire electrical systems for the largest megayachts. The business flows that Alewijnse is currently experiencing bears out the general perception that the long-standing, high quality yards continue to win orders, and that orders for new yachts elsewhere are slowly increasing. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/142102/image/large-b920ca9b68f193057ed82f160e86d16c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/136782">Evidence for this comes from the fact that Alewijnse is currently working on seven superyachts at the engineering (design) stage and on a further seven superyacht projects in build across four yards in the Netherlands and Turkey. Refit work also continues to be strong. Recent new launches include superyachts like MY <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2484">Nirvana</a> and two yachts by Amels, plus the distinctive 36m explorer yacht <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3761">Lola</a> by Peer Gynt Yachts. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/142103/image/large-e83c47616d362d42d7b2e93223a36a03.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/139712">Kees van Doorn, Business Development Manager Yachts, commented, “We have been fortunate to have received a strong inflow of orders over 2012. This reflects a return to the superyacht market of mostly experienced owners who were waiting for greater stability in the global economy before placing their orders for new yachts. The majority of the yachts on which we are working are in the 60 to 110m range, making them very significant projects.” Alewijnse Marine Systems +31 (0)24 371 65 71 <a href="mailto:ams@alewijnse.nl?subject=Alewijnse%20Marine%20Systems%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">ams@alewijnse.nl</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.alewijnse.nl/">www.alewijnse.nl</a>

Alewijnse Marine Systems closes 2012 with strong superyacht order book

As the 2013 Australian Superyacht and Marine Export Conference gains momentum, so does its notorious speaker profiling. The 2013 Australian Superyacht and Marine Export Conference (ASMEX) 2013 is globally distinguished for its informative programme and key networking opportunities. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141904/image/large-2dfd50fc7965df32e89522c1ed5a1489.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141778">Internationally renowned and respected Australian superyacht designer Sam Sorgiovanni, has confirmed his presence as a speaker at the 2 day, key industry conference on May 21-22, 2013 to be held in Sanctuary Cove. Graduating with a BA of Industrial Design, Sorgiovanni has obtained invaluable experience within the yacht design industry on a global scale. Stemming his career from Australia’s most successful yacht builder, Oceanfast, Sorgiovanni was mentored by the late great Jon Bannenberg. In 1997, Sorgiovanni established his own studio and began working on international projects. Sorgiovanni’s Antipodean way of life can be reflected in his projects; Octopus, Aussie Rules, Anastasia, White Rabbit and Nirvana. Sorgiovanni will bring his life experience to the table at ASMEX 2013 to educate others about what he has learned through life experience. Sorgiovanni will be discussing what superyacht owners want and expect in todays market in conjunction with current market trends. Sorgiovanni will also detail the design journey with personal anecdotes and what the key is to success on a global scale. AIMEX MaryAnne Edwards +61 3 9682 1255 <a href="mailto:medwards@aimex.asn.au?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">medwards@aimex.asn.au</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.aimex.asn.au/">www.aimex.asn.au</a> Photo by Luxury Vision Production

Sam Sorgiovanni to Speak at ASMEX 2013

Sleek superyacht Nirvana recently made her grand debut at the 2012 edition of the Monaco Yacht Show. Delivered last April, she has already spent her first summer season cruising the Mediterranean, before showing off her curvy, contemporary features at the MYS. At 88.5 metres LOA, Nirvana is the largest in a spectacular line of superyachts built by esteemed Dutch shipyard Oceanco, placing her in the company of resounding names such as Sunrays, Seven Seas and the ever legendary Alfa Nero. This instantly places her among the elite of superyachts cruising the world today, building on a solid tradition of design and naval architecture, yet with her bow aimed firmly at the future of yachting.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141778/image/large-9d4dc8f70e0cadf039a16bcf0952ed8a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141778"> Designed to perfection by Sam Sorgiovanni and meeting her owner's specific requirements, Nirvana undoubtedly is one of the very few, truly majestic vessels that really put the “super” in superyacht. She combines extraordinarily voluminous interiors with extensively spacious deck spaces, in an exquisite and elegant, contemporary style. She offers an impressive six decks with a large collection of features, with the grand master suite measuring a dazzling 150 square metres as just one example of her high standards. It would be easy to merely sum up an ongoing list of amenities that can be discovered onboard, but what is arguably her most exciting aspect, is the way each party involved in her development has been able to add something unique and special to Nirvana, resulting in a superyacht that feels grand and elegant, yet boasts a subtle and friendly personality. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141779/image/large-d361efc7440dcbb1fceb702b06c4228f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141779"> Nirvana's exterior consist of smooth, contemporary lines, all gently curved and well balanced. With a navy blue hull, white superstructure and the characteristic Mahogany-look line flowing from bow to stern, she radiates a refined and modern look while remaining a stately posture. Upon arriving onboard, via the large swimming platform or passerelle, one is welcomed upon a vastly spacious aft deck with an impressive 7.5 metre counterflow pool and large adjacent aft sun pads as main features. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141780/image/large-312f9d2b7194d5429d23a90d2d0c6e1d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141780"> While this area impresses with its size, vista views and pleasant lounge-like atmosphere, the pool floor can be raised to deck level to create a vast deck space for a wide variety of entertaining. Fore, there is a large bar and pantry area, which combines the aft deck with the main saloon to form one spacious area for day-to-night lounging, entertaining and relaxing. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141781/image/large-2d3a5e6ff2e4ea9ca7364133359098db.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141781"> The main saloon has a big lounge area and a formal dining room, separated by an exquisite vivarium housing various exotic species such as water dragons, bearded lizards and a chameleon. This room's design gives an accurate first impression of the elegance that can be enjoyed throughout Nirvana's decks. The design is warm and modern, pleasantly emphasising the natural colours and textures of the luxury materials applied. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141782/image/large-ad3ea79bfa3eb6854c0dd68c8a85484e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141782"> The main lounge offers two symmetrically placed arrangements, with a collection of big, modern armchairs and sofas. Ample natural light compliments the warm colour scheme and natural materials, making the saloon a true oasis of serene comfort. Fore, the formal dining room has a distinctly natural feel with characteristic leaf-patterned carpeting in light green tints, setting a vibrant tone for this spacious area formal dining room. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141783/image/large-2f1db62daf6ab0221a05283be9348084.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141783"> Exquisitely textured, large silver objects function as eye-catching pieces of art. The large dining table comfortably seats a company of 12 in a fresh green, cream and brown coloured, nature-inspired ambiance that feels organic and modern. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141784/image/large-ee3c4e92ed1cc814740aee5b37f368d4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141784"> Aside from the lush master suite, all of Nirvana's guest cabins can be found on the fore main deck, offering accommodation for up to 12 guests. With four spacious doubles and sumptuous VIP quarters fore, obviously all fitted with luxurious large en suites including elegant, freestanding tubs, every guests is accommodated in elegant, delicately designed and spacious private quarters. Each stateroom is flooded with natural light courtesy of the large floor-to-ceiling windows, and the overall style is a great example of contemporary chic. The nature-inspired palette of materials, textures and colours has been applied throughout all these quarters, subtly transforming each dwelling into a welcoming environment. The colours are gentle, the ambiance refined and the luxury unobtrusively integrated throughout. As an added extra for the full beam VIP suite, a private lounge turns this stateroom into an intimate and modern apartment. Additionally, the main deck also offers a massage room for the guests. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141785/image/large-89861a1f2eed7ccb427e7aa393fb0965.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141785"> Upstairs, the owner's deck can be transformed into a completely separate section, for supreme privacy. The fore master suite offers a large and luxurious accommodation, with big lounge and a long central corridor connecting the big walk in wardrobes, massage room, his and hers bathrooms and a grand stateroom with extra private lounge. Contemporary style, a gentle ambiance and luxurious amenities are seamlessly blended into one lush suite. With the bathrooms fitted with either a big bathtub or an extra-large shower area, dramatic vista views from the stateroom and ample privacy throughout, Nirvana's master suite is a soothing and spacious haven of luxury and modern style. Generously topping it all off, these quarters have a completely secluded sun deck occupying the entire fore deck, including a private Jacuzzi. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141786/image/large-a233f862446123a7cd684de5d2e63c61.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141786"> The upper salon can be easily transformed into an extension of the master suite, turning the whole upper deck into lavish and superbly private owner's quarters. Here, a large central L-shaped lounge area and separate aft games area lead onto the wonderfully spacious aft deck, with a central dining table perfect for private, covered al fresco dining and entertaining. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141787/image/large-d62b1a2768120de8af9f47c65ad18b79.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141787"> The main lounge offers port and starboard side fold-out balconies, allowing guests to bring the inside out and enjoy the magnificent views. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141788/image/large-0b9adc4e040059c05252c7dbf813b14c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141788"> In fact, this entire deck has a pleasant inside-outside ambiance, with the aft area completely shielded from the elements by glass port and starboard wind breakers, while maintaining a completely open look and feel. With an added lounge sofa plus completely open aft seating area, the all-around panoramic views are perfectly utilised, and making this deck offer countless opportunities for a wide variety of social occasions. All this, obviously, in the superbly elegant Nirvana style. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141789/image/large-0a1e1763145066409d5b6a9bcee3c30f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141789"> The central elevator and staircase, generously decorated with engraved silver bands swirling around the elevator's glass encasing, connect all interior decks. This allows guests to move around all of Nirvana's wonderful areas with ease. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141790/image/large-e093ac8b1b895b2708ee798a0e13a825.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141790"> From the lower deck, where guests can enjoy the large 3D cinema in complete privacy, right up to the bridge deck where the more activity-aimed amenities can be found. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141791/image/large-11b28dd3f70f33d4e2f82e609d4d04be.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141791"> Here, an impressively large, fully equipped gym offers guests the possibility to stay in shape, allowing them to take a breather on the secluded aft deck while enjoying a drink and the magnificent views. Afterwards, Nirvana’s big spa soothes, relaxesandinvigorates. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141792/image/large-7957e667c63429f0705d86c6c00a70f7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141792"> Upstairs, a superbly secluded sun deck offers the cherry on the cake. And what a cherry it is, with a 3 metre plunge pool and large fore sunbathing area, while the aft offers large sun pads, loungers and perfect privacy, all framed with exquisite views. Additionally, the aft sun deck conveniently functions as a fully certified helideck. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141793/image/large-975de4ff3fe2df5bff53123b57ada2ed.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141793"> Nirvana offers a large array of luxury and style, assuring every guest to instantly feel right at home. She is about pampering and comforting her guests, effortlessly combining luxury and style in one superbly designed package. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141794/image/large-b5b354242043549ad288b65950309604.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141794"> Currently for sale at €230.000.000, she comes with two impressive 11 metre tenders, an 8.5 metre ski boat and no less than 6 jet skis and 4 waverunners. With the port side boarding platform, boarding any of the additional vessels is a breeze, again proving her skill for comforting and accommodating guests. Nirvana has a crew of 26, and features an exceptionally crew and owner friendly layout. She has everything it takes to impress even the most experienced of guests, all while elegantly and self-sufficiently cruising the oceans of the world. Oceanco +377 9310 0281 <a href="mailto:oceanco@oceanco.mc?subject=Oceanco%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">oceanco@oceanco.mc</a>   <a target="_blank" href="http://www.oceancoyacht.com/">www.oceancoyacht.com</a>Sam Sorgiovanni Designs +61 (0) 8 9433 6355 <a href="mailto:sams@ssdesigns.com.au?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">sams@ssdesigns.com.au</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.samsorgiovannidesigns.com">www.samsorgiovannidesigns.com</a>  By Jochem Kaan Photos by Luxury Vision Production

Superyacht of the Week: Oceanco's 88.5 metre Nirvana

Superyacht Nirvana is the largest of the new Oceanco series yet launched and is the latest in a line of yachts that includes the legendary Alfa Nero. Built to stratospheric standard and designed by Sam Sorgiovanni to the owner’s exacting requirements, Nirvana is without question, one of a handful of elite world cruising yachts. The star of the all new Edmiston Quay and one of the largest yacht at the forthcoming Monaco Yacht Show, Nirvana is now exclusively for sale through Alex Busher at Edmiston. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/140879/image/large-a4b82922da9f8407a396e569682bb520.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/140879">Arriving from the swim platform or the passerele brings you onto the vast aft deck complete with 7.5m counterflow pool and a large sunbed aft. The floor of the pool rises to create a huge deck for entertaining while forward in the main salon is a bar and exotic reptile house separating it from the dining area. All guests cabins are situated on the main deck, with floor to ceiling windows and as well as the full beam VIP stateroom. The silver engraved elevator services all decks and leads guests up to the Owner’s deck which can be made totally private. The owner’s stateroom dominates over half of the upper deck, with a private sunbathing area with Jacuzzi forward, salon with terraces over the sea and a covered dining area aft. Exterior stairs on the aft deck lead to the bridge deck and the enormous and superbly equipped gymnasium and spa. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/140880/image/large-1c9986ded3cde4f8f93a902f49ada02a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/140880">The secluded sundeck has a 3m plunge pool and sunbathing area forward, whilst aft on the fully certified helideck is an additional sunbathing and entertaining area. Taking the lift four decks down to the lower deck brings you to the 3D cinema and twin tender garages with 2 x 11 metre tenders, skiboat and 10 jet ski/waverunners. With enormous fuel, water and food reserves, Nirvana has the power to cruise the globe in serene self-sufficiency. Superyacht Nirvana has an asking price of € 230,000,000. Edmiston Alex Busher +377 93 30 54 44 <a href="mailto:ab@edmiston.com">ab@edmiston.com</a> <a href="http://www.edmiston.com">www.edmiston.com</a>

Oceanco superyacht Nirvana for sale with Edmiston

Delivered in April 2012, Nirvana is spending her first summer season in the Med and will debut at this year's Monaco Yacht Show. At 88.50 metre (290.35ft), she is the seventh of the new generation Oceanco yachts to be launched after Sunrays and Seven Seas. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/140667/image/large-17c287bf2043e2184b4b53eeb3a4cb50.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/140667">Modern lines and a contemporary style are the features of this elegant and exclusive superyacht. Designed by Sam Sorgiovanni with a beam of 14.20m (46.59ft), she boasts extraordinary volumes. Nirvana features six decks and offers an impressive 150m² owner's suite, five guest cabins, a 3D cinema, a fully equipped gym, a 7.5m long oval pool and whirlpools with panoramic views. Acting as a room divider among the salon, dining room and a cozy separate sitting room are two vivariums; alive and active with reptiles - a chameleon, water dragons, bearded lizards, turtles and exotic frogs.The timeless Sorgiovanni interior mixes various distinctive and exceptional materials, including bamboos and textured leathers, in imaginative and inspiring ways. The garage hosts a large array of tenders and water sports equipment: two 11m tenders, one 8.5m ski boat, six jet skis and 4 wave runners. Adjacent to the garage is a water sports storage with diving equipment and a drying cabinet for wetsuits with immediate access to the sea.Nirvana accommodates a crew of twenty six in an exceptionally crew and owner friendly layout enabling for the efficient and discreet fulfillment of any and all her guests' requirements. Built to the standards of quality workmanship and technology that Oceanco is renowned for, she will certainly be turning a lot of heads at this year’s Monaco Yacht Show.Oceanco +377 9310 0281 <a href="mailto:oceanco@oceanco.mc?subject=Oceanco%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">oceanco@oceanco.mc</a> <a href="http://www.oceancoyacht.com/" target="_blank">www.oceancoyacht.com</a>

88.5 Metre Nirvana to debut at Monaco Yacht Show

For the Dutch, nirvana is to savour a raw herring followed by a swig of good Dutch beer. Oceanco’s latest launch, the 88.50m (290.36ft) yacht Nirvana, with the yard code of Y707, had a proper culinary Dutch send off. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/139253/image/large-5c0e76acf98f82d758fc8613499e9ae3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/139253">A few days after the formal launch party, the crew of Nirvana were treated to an intimate farewell party on April 18th where they were invited to partake in the famous raw herring ritual. The Owner's representatives, the Captain and his crew together with the Oceanco team gathered alongside Nirvana to celebrate the culmination of many months of intense and professional cooperation among all involved. During the festivities, the Oceanco team thanked the Owner's representatives and the crew for their outstanding teamwork. Captain Brett Fillis, for his part, warmly repaid the compliment to everyone who had been involved in this great venture, offering special commendation to his crew for the fantastic job they did in receiving the yacht and getting her ready for sail in a very short time span. Nirvana is currently cruising in the Mediterranean where she will remain for her first summer season. Oceanco +377 9310 0281 <a href="mailto:oceanco@oceanco.mc?subject=Oceanco%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">oceanco@oceanco.mc</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.oceancoyacht.com/">www.oceancoyacht.com</a>

Dutch send off of Oceanco superyacht Nirvana

Last Friday and Saturday the 88.50 metre superyacht Nirvana has been conducting sea trials on the North Sea. Motor yacht Nirvana, project Y707, comes from the hand of Australian superyacht designer Sam Sorgiovanni, who previously worked with Oceanco on project Y703, Anastasia. Powered by twin 4,830hp MTU 20V 4000 M73L diesel engines, Nirvana has a maximum speed of 20 knots. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/138656/image/large-b9bcc497736f1661c57d8689984c6ef9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/138656"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/138657/image/large-1011b1fbd3b8ded5f065c056fc72cc41.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/138657">By Merijn de Waard, Photos by Ria Maat &amp; Hannes van Rijn

Photos: Oceanco’s latest superyacht Nirvana (Y707) under sea trials

Photos and text by Maarten JanssenOn a cold January morning, Oceanco launched hull Y707, at the shipyard in Alblasserdam, the Netherlands. SuperYachtTimes.com's editor Maarten drove to the shipyard at the crack of dawn, to see the roll out operation. Yesterday the name of project Y707 was revealed; Nirvana. Nirvana measures 88.5 meters, and is custom designed by Sam Sorgiovanni, who created a yacht that ingeniously connects the inside with the outside. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/138627/image/large-595e671b54a90a07a4a3b3e14f0cb6d3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137894"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/138628/image/large-39b59adf21edce854267b925bb5b1fa4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137895">

Oceanco project Y707 now named Nirvana

We were the first to bring you the news on the latest superyacht to make the World’s Top 100 list, launched on January 29th by Oceanco in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Now the yard has revealed more details about the still unnamed project Y707. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/138030/image/large-f82a4d11dd8082743d99034b4b5ace23.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/138030">Australian-based Sam Sorgiovanni Designs is credited with exterior styling and interior design of the yard-coded Y707. Boasting a length of 88.5 metres and a beam of 14.2 metres, Y707 is a yacht of harmonious proportions and extraordinary volumes. Much effort went into accommodating all of the owner’s requirements without any sacrifice to a stunningly sleek and elegant profile. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/138031/image/large-22124f78f207c0550db5c03a22290efb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137892">The yacht has been designed and constructed with great attention to detail. The contemporary interior features eucalyptus wood, teak and white onyx interspersed with natural materials, fabrics and colours. The superyacht's versatile and extensive layout includes a large tender garage equipped with limousine tenders and the latest watersports equipment, an outdoor oval pool with height adjustable floor, jacuzzi and sunbathing area as well as a dedicated indoor 3D cinema. Oceanco is one of the world’s most renowned builders of highly sophisticated larger custom superyachts with Y707 being no exception in representing both a culmination of innovation and attentiveness to her owner’s wishes. Final fit-out and sea trials are on track in anticipation of delivery in April 2012. Oceanco +377 9310 0281 <a href="mailto:oceanco@oceanco.mc?subject=Y707%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">oceanco@oceanco.mc</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.oceancoyacht.com/">www.oceancoyacht.com</a>

Oceanco shares more details on 88.5 metre Y707

Photos and text by Maarten JanssenEarly this morning, Oceanco launched hull Y707, at the shipyard in Alblasserdam, the Netherlands. SuperYachtTimes.com's editor Maarten drove to the shipyard at the crack of dawn, to see the roll out operation. Y707 measures 88.5 meters, and is custom designed by Sam Sorgiovanni, who created a yacht that ingeniously connects the inside with the outside. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137890/image/large-4b19084fe8ba4093dcfd9fd4e67dc9a6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137890"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137891/image/large-c09fd112fb1434a31d2470d24b4b9ec3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137891"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137892/image/large-f47d5ea6ea872c780637830dfcfbad64.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137892"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137893/image/large-7d11ec713d72da4cfac72d013b28bcf9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137893"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137894/image/large-a31f484b12ae4442ba73a997a9e6423e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137894"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137895/image/large-88d3403969aa6a4ceb2393cdd348d78a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137895">

Exclusive: Oceanco launches 88.5 metre superyacht project Y707

In November 2009 Oceanco project Y705, Sunrays, was launched from their shipyard in Alblasserdam, The Netherlands. SuperYachtTimes.com can now report that the 85.47 metre superyacht has been completed and arrived in Gibraltar yesterday, where superyacht photographer Giovanni Romero took the following photos. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130604/image/large-74250c6a4095cf8eda4cfdce7709e1f6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130604"><a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/101">Sunrays</a> is built on Oceanco’s proven technical Y700 platform and she is designed by Björn Johansson Design with an interior by Terence Disdale Design. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130605/image/large-dac8ec12f0f869aaf7dc1ee39d5ceb4b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130605">Oceanco has currently three superyachts under construction; the 85 metre Y706 for delivery later this year, the 87m Y707 for delivery in 2011 and the 85 metre Y708 for delivery in 2012. Oceanco +377 9310 0281 <a href="mailto:oceanco@oceanco.mc?subject=M/Y%20Sunrays%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">oceanco@oceanco.mc</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.oceancoyacht.com">www.oceancoyacht.com</a> By Merijn de Waard &amp; Photos by Giovanni Romero

Oceanco complete superyacht Sunrays (Y705)

Saturday 21 November saw the load-in of yet another superyacht at the Oceanco shipyard in Alblasserdam, the Netherlands. The Y707 is one of four 85+m yachts that are currently under construction by Oceanco.<img alt="" src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/129669/image/large-8ba936252b683671a3e6d14f73d0b895.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/129669" class="legacy">Built to the most rigorous standards, Y707’s completed hull was transported to Oceanco’s yard from its nearby hull manufacturer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5453" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zwijnenburg Shipyard (Company)">Zwijnenburg Shipyard</a> on Friday 20 November. Her hull was then joined to her superstructure and maneuvered into the shed the following day. All technical spaces are painted and ready for the installation of equipment; the acoustic, thermal and fire protection insulation is already in place; and the hull itself is fully sandblasted and sprayed. Overall, the yacht is promptly on schedule to continue with her interior and outfitting works for timely delivery in 2011.The Y707, measuring 87.47 meters, adds new dimensions to the superyacht category. She is custom designed by Sam Sorgiovanni, who created a yacht that ingeniously connects the inside with the outside.The use of glass and sliding doors gives the impression of a wide open space from portside to starboard. The owner, as well as his guests, will enjoy maximum privacy through strictly separated routes on each part of the yacht. The vast owner’s apartment has several rooms and a spacious deck, on top of the entirely closed forecastle deck. The yacht also features a helicopter deck with foldable wings. Furthermore, this is Oceanco’s first yacht ever to be powered with the MTU 20V 4000-series engines, resulting in impressive power but with reduced noise and economic use of fuel.Oceanco +377 9310 0281 <a href="mailto:oceanco@oceanco.mc?subject=Oceanco%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">oceanco@oceanco.mc</a> <a href="http://www.oceancoyacht.com/" target="_blank">www.oceancoyacht.com</a>