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Benetti F-125 Fast Displacement megayacht in build​

Italian yacht manufacturer Benetti recently welcomed the first hull of the new F-125 Fast Displacement megayacht line to their Viareggio facilities near the end of November. The new design, if you remember, was unveiled to the public at the Cannes Show back in September and now the first hull is on track for delivery in mid 2015.

All the Fast Displacement yachts from Benetti will be equipped with the new, revolutionary D2P -Displacement to Planing keel-, that expects to combine performance of a planing keel with the comfort and quiet nature of a displacement hull, the best of both worlds. The hull is a modern and trendy one in design showcasing edgy and hip lines along its length. Look out for her delivery in June, 2015 to be precise.

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Heesen 70-meter Fast Displacment superyacht​

Dutch yacht builder Heesen has formally announced the signing to build a 70-meter superyacht from the Fast Displacement line. Construction has already started with the keel laying done back in October. Design of the new 70-meter is by world renowned Espen Oeino with interior by Sinot Design. Hull number for this project is Y/N17470. Twelve guests will be accommodated in six staterooms. The large Owner’s suite, traditionally located forward on the main deck, will measure some 85 square meters and includes a generous dressing room, a spacious bathroom and a study. Four guest cabins will be located on the lower deck and a VIP cabin on the wheelhouse deck will boast stunning views. Her crew of 16 will be accommodated in 8 cabins all with private shower rooms...

Benetti launches third Crystal 140' yacht "Soy Amor"​

Italian builder Benetti launched a few yachts recently and one of them was "Soy Amor". She is the third hull in the new Crystal 140-foot series from Benetti. The 42-meter megayacht was launched in private fashion a few days ago in the presence of the owner. Soy Amor bears design from famed designer Stefano Righini, no stranger to designing Benetti yachts.

The interior was done mainly by Benetti's in-house team to the owner's satisfaction. The interior of Soy Amor can be described as being contemporary in nature. Metionable feature aboard the third member of the Crystal 140 series include a stunning backlit marble waterfall that was strategically placed in the main foyer for the maximum 'wow' factor and a sizable beach area astern.

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DeltaMarine 56.40-meter "My Seanna" superyacht refit​

A well known yacht is about to start a new journey, under a new name, a new size, and new restyling. She is the megayacht that was built back in 2001 known as the 48.80-meter "Gallant Lady" by Delta Marine. She became "Newvida" along the way and now she is currently undergoing her major transformation. At the present time, this megayacht is at Rybovich where she will take on her new identity.

Once completed the 48.80-meter megayacht would have grown to an impressive 56.40-meters and be renamed "My Seanna". If that name sounds vaguely familiar, the yacht actually belongs to the same individual that owns the Benetti superyacht "Seanna". Other than having her LOA grow significantly My Seanna the interior will take on a different persona. Accommodation capacity is expected to increase with the extra length going from ten to twelve guests...

40-meter megayacht "Artpolars" launches in the Ukraine​

A 40-meter megayacht has launched from Ukraine-based builder Liman. She is the Ginton-design megayacht "Artpolars" and features a striking red hull. Naval Architecture is also by Ginton with interior design by Dmit Burn, 2-B-2 Architecture. The design rises four decks above the waterline boasting an extensive sundeck with jacuzzi, sunpads, al-fresco dining and alternative seating...

Guido de Goort unveils new 50-meter motoryacht design​

Yacht designer Guido de Groot has unveiled a new 50-meter motoryacht design. The yacht spreads over four decks and has numerous areas for owner and guests to conduct their relaxation on. The owner has a dedicated owner’s deck, with a forward facing Owner’s cabin that affords beautiful vistas. The other guests onboard have a myriad of cabins that are located aft in the lower deck.

They all have access to a beach club onboard allowing them to feel and establish a connection with the sea from on that deck. The complete yacht has been designed with mobility and access for disabled users. This means that all decks are accessible via a lift and all corridors and passageways are designed to be wide enough and the many obstacles that often exist have been designed out. On deck there is room for a sizable pool. The swimming pool is located on the aft deck...

Rossi Navi signs contracts on 49-meter and 39-meter megayachts​

Italian yard Rossi Navi recently signed contracts for two yachts, a 49-meter and a 39-meter megayacht. The 49-meter is a familiar design, a sister to the Prince Shark line of yachts from Rossi Navi. The other yacht, smaller in stature and dimension as well as design and concept will represent a new design area of yacht building for the Italian yard. The 49-meter new contract will bear design from studio Team 4 Design and Naval Architecture via Arrabito Naval Architects. The new megayacht is given hull number FR30...

Alloy launches 56.4-meter sailing ketch "Mondango"​

New Zealand yacht manufacturer Alloy Yachts launched their latest superyacht, the 56.4-meter ketch "Mondango". Built for a repeat client their other sailing yacht bore the same name. Mondango follows on the heels of Alloy's last launch, the 44-meter sloop "Encore" launched earlier this year.

Mondango's construction commenced back in 2011 and was assigned hull number AY46 in build. Not surprisingly Dubois Naval Architects behind the Naval Architecture as well as exterior design of the new Mondango while Reymond Langton Studios were chosen for the unique interior design. Her rig comprises of two Carbon masts and booms by Southern Spars with sails by North Sails. She will make the journey to the Viaduct Harbour in Auckland where she will be fully launched into the water...

SanLorenzo signs two contracts at FLIBS​

Italian yard SanLorenzo copped two more contracts to their build portfolio from the last yacht show in Florida, the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS). The two contracts were signed for a SD110 and a SL94. Although coming from production lines, the two megayachts are expected to be customized by their owners to their own personal tastes and whims.

The standard SD110 is just under 34-meters LOA (33.60-meter) and has a BOA of 7.66-meters. The 170-tonne yacht only draws 2.06-meters while carrying as many as ten guests and owner plus five crew. 2 X MTU 12V 2000 M72 power the standard SD110 to a top speed of 17-knots with an autonomy range of 2,750 nautical miles at a leisurely 11-knots. To make this possible her tanks have a capacity for 23,700 LT of fuel while fresh water storage is for 4,000 LT. The SD110 is pictured below this article...

Baltic announces new 35-meter sailing yacht order​

Baltic Yachts announces the sale of a new high performance cruising yacht. Build start is scheduled for December 2013. Nauta Design is in charge of exterior styling and interior design for this yacht with the hull lines to come from judel/vrolijk.

The yacht will have a full carbon sandwich construction and be equipped with a lifting keel. Nigel Ingram from MCM is managing the project with the delivery to take place in Autumn 2015. The 35-meter sailing yacht will have an overall beam of just over 8-meters (8.07-meters) and a variable draft. The lifting keel extends out to 5.75-meters and retracts to just 3.55-meters. Displacement is to be in the region of 88,000 KG...

New Sunseeker 86 model under construction​

The first hull of the the new Sunseeker 86-foot line of motoryachts is under construction and expected to be launched next year. The new line of yacht will be utilizing an entirely new hull-form to aid in displacement speeds. Other features four large ensuite staterooms for guests, new interior design and architecture.

Effort has been made to extend the range of this motoryacht and thus 1,500 nautical miles is the new benchmark thanks to her 11,000 liter fuel tank. Midships, the bulwark has a fold-down balcony incorporated. The bow has a social area comprised of a sizable sunpad and a 'U'-shaped seating with table. Launch for the Sunseeker 86-foot motoryacht is set for April 2014...

Canados develops new range of fast Explorer Yachts​

Italian builder Canados developed a new line of fast Explorer Yachts from 27-meters to 42-meters. The intended effort was to try to capture those owners who might want the benefits of high-performance coupled with the further advantage of relatively low fuel consumption. This is partly how the new Oceanic Fast Explorer line of yachts were envisioned. We will be briefly looking at two of the members of the Oceanic Fast Explorer line, the Oceanic 90 and the Oceanic 140-footers. Both will have several similarites to them. 1: they will be trans-oceanic sailers. 2: they will be what Canados is terming, 'displaning' yachts. Canados engineers have dubbed a new terminology, the displaning hull. This essentially means that the yachts provide relatively low running costs at speeds sub 14-knots in displacement mode while performance improves dramatically at semi-planing speeds...

Azimut unveils the new Azimut Grande 95RPH motoryacht​

Italian manufacturer Azimut recently revealed the design for the Azimut Grande 95RPH motoryacht. The 95-foot RPH is part of th Grande series from Azimut and it emcompasses a line of their yachts 95-feet to 120-feet. The 95-foot is designed by Stefano Righini and the Raised Pilot House separation helped allowed the fitting of five cabins onboard...

Esenyacht 50-meter sailing yacht "Troy"​

Bodrum, Turkey-based company Esenyacht is currently working on a 164-foot sailing superyacht called "Troy". Both exterior and interior design work is by Tim Saunders who also worked in close cooperation with the yard's various and relevant design departments.

The 50-meter Troy will be sloop-rigged and the design's finished product will blend subtle angles with curves in prominent areas. The flying bridge is the place to be for high-point relaxation and lounging. Beautifully built-in seating has been provided and the view aft is almost unhindered with a tapering end to the aft overhang.

One deck below, to the aft cockpit, there is also plenty of space to sit or lay. A cleverly incorporated jacuzzi sits toward the aft of this deck and takes advantage of the view over the stern and down onto the fold-out beach platform when extended...

Lurssen delivers 180-meter superyacht "Azzam"​

"Azzam" is now officially the largest superyacht in the world, ironically taking that title from a yacht called "Eclipse". Nauta Design has been responsible for the exterior design of this record-breaking superyacht while the interior was put together by Christophe Leoni, CL Decor. Of course, engineering and construction was by Fr. Lurssen Werft.

Azzam has been built slightly less than three years from steel cutting following one year of engineering which is a phenomenal feat for such a large vessel to superyacht standards. She's no slouch either, at 180-meters, her extraordinary length does not keep her back. Azzam is capable of 30+ knots if needed. Azzam is powered by four engines -two diesels and two gas turbines-, connected to water-jets, producing 94,000 horse power...

Riva 122-foot Mythos motoryacht​

Currently under construction at the CRN yard, the Riva 122-foot long 'Mythos' is Riva's largest motoryacht built yet. The all-aluminium planing motoryacht has a design by Mauro Micheli of Officina Italiana Design. A pair of MTU 12V 4000 M93L engines are responsible for Mythos' anticipated top speed of 27-knots. The 37-meter aluminium yacht will come complete with a square jacuzzi on the flybridge as well as ample sun-bathing areas. Guests will be able to sun on pads located either on the bow, just aft of the jacuzzi as well as on the aft decks...

Build update on the new HJB 45-meter sloop "YIII"​

Construction is now well underway of this sleek 45m high performance sloop which has been designed by Bill Dixon with an interior from the boards of Rhoades Young Design. The yacht was commissioned by a repeat client who has enjoyed many years sailing on his current HJB yacht. She'll be painted in a relaxed and light earthy/sandy colour on the hull with white superstructure, mast and boom.

Designed to do very well in the light airs of the Mediterranean, the yacht will include a number of special features. Highlights include a fully automatic bimini and dodger, a double hinging transom door/swim platform, and a telescopic lifting keel that has been designed in such a way that it will not interfere with the interior layout. Launching is on schedule for spring 2014...

Jongert launches pocket sized motoryacht "Tommy"​

Dutch yacht builder Jongert launched a petit motoryacht recently with an LOA of only 18-meters. She is called "Tommy" and boasts modern lines and current-day appeal. One of the main characteristics to the design of Tommy is easily the generosity of glazed surfaces incorporated into the concept. The hull has been splashed with long horizontal windows.

The bulk of the windows are placed midships where the master stateroom is located, the owner takes advantage of stunning views. Performance creditials are facilitated by the use of twin Hamilton waterjets and powered by dual MAN engines. This package allows Tommy to attain a speed of 30-knots. Delivery of Tommy will follow later this year, when she will enjoy the year-round summer of Mauritius...

H2 Designed 71-meter 'Agat' superyacht launches​

The large 71-meter superyacht designed by H2 Yacht Design and built in the far-flung regions of Russia has been launched. The superyacht has actually completed sea-trials as well. Sevmash, the builder built her with a fluid yet aggressive exterior lines contrasted by an Art-Deco interior also designed by H2 Yacht Design.

Built under Project code A1331, the superyacht showcases a dark blue hull and white superstructure. A unique feature of this yacht will be an indoor swimming pool in place of the traditional main saloon. Twelve guests will be slept onboard and enjoy the luxury of a generous 11.40-meter beam. When delivered, this yacht will be the biggest and most sophisticated ever built in Russia and will be followed by a sister ship soon after, for which H2 is also designing the interior...