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A Look Around The Interior Of The Second Bilgin 163
In recent times, Bilgin Yachts has been pushing out builds on the larger end of their offering spectrum like the two 80-meter "Tatiana" and "Leona". However, the yard does have smaller vessels in build that include the second hull of their 50-meter or 163 model. It is under construction at the yard as NB 81 and features an exterior by Unique Yacht Design as well as an interior by the Hot Lab studio. In fact, renderings have recently been released showcasing what can be expected with the interior décor and ethos...
New Build VF101 By VisionF Sold
VisionF debuted the 80 Black Edition power catamaran at the Cannes Yachting Festival in early September. The Turkish company received alot of interest from that model at the show. Now there is news that the builder has received an order from a customer for the first VF 101 power catamaran. The 101 is a bit bigger than the 80 and naturally is going to be more voluminous offering more deck-space and interior space...
30-meter Performance Cruiser "Bella" Delivered
A 30-meter Performance Cruising sailing yacht has recently been completed and delivered to her owner. The yacht was built by a yard called YYachts and has been christened as "Bella". While the yacht evokes a luxury feeling onboard via its minimal contemporary décor and design the vessel is very much a performance-oriented yacht. In fact, the yachts construction was made out of carbon fiber just to enhance her performance capabilities...
Second Ocean Eco Power Cat Sold
ALVA Yachts is a German based yard that builds its yachts in Antalya, Turkey and their Ocean Eco Power catamarans are now starting to resonate with the market. Recent news coming out of this yard is that the second 28-meter hull has been sold. The first one, is sold and expected to be completed in 2023 as it is in the outfitting stage. The second hull is expected to complete towards the end of 2024. The Ocean Eco Power Catamarans come in two variants, an enclosed 'explorer'-style flybridge and the other has an open flybridge only covered by the hard top...
Social Media Segment on 60 Minutes
In response to the 60 Minutes segment that aired Sunday about Social Media, it's important to recognize that not all social media platforms are designed to stoke the flames of division to increase engagement. Internet forums are the original social media and continue to thrive by bringing people together with a common interest. Pop social media platforms were originally propagated by youngsters seeking acceptance and popularity. This gave rise to Influencers...
Magnolia Yachts Complete 24-meter "Magnolia 1"
The 24-meter "Magnolia 1" trawler-like, gentleman's styled yacht has now been delivered to its owner. Back in July, YF wrote an article on her as she was launched two months prior, around May or so. The yard, Magnolia Yachts have completed her and we can now show actual photos of the yacht's interior. Before renderings were only available...
Nordhavn 9618 On The Move Before Delivery
The latest Nordhavn N96 (HULL 18) is on the move, well actually it is being moved as it's currently being shipped on a freighter to arrive in Dana Point thereafter commissioned for the new owner. There was also an additional unit, a Nordhavn N475#46 to go on the same shipping vessel...
"Ukeil" Delivered By Aegean Yacht
A 26-meter yacht from the Aegean Explorer series has been delivered to its owner. The vessel is the first hull in the 26-meter series and kicks off this particular line of yachts from this Turkey-based yard. A second hull in the line is currently under construction and is expected to be delivered in the second-half of 2023. The design of the first hull is actually done in-house by the yard. Construction of the explorer-category vessel is in steel for the hull and aluminum for the superstructure...
35 Puro Revealed By Ocean Alexander
Taiwanese builder Ocean Alexander has revealed a new model they have named the 35 Puro. This is something new while still building at the same size of their current OA 35 Revolution model. The first hull is already under construction and the styling by Giorgio M Cassetta points the design towards a European aesthethic. The model name 'Puro' suggests this as it is Italian to convey 'the essence of all things that are pure'...
Bilgin Launches Second 80-meter, "Leona"
The second hull in the 80-meter hull series of Bilgin Yachts has been launched. Remember, the first hull is called "Tatiana" and even though just launched, the second hull we know is called "Leona" as the name plates are not covered. The design on the exterior again is by Unique Yacht Design and the interiors have been fashioned to H2 Yacht Design's styling. Immediately, you won't confuse the new vessel with the initial sistership as it is finished with a vibrant red hull...
85-meter "Wanderlust" Delivered By Silver Yachts
The 85-meter superyacht that was under construction and launched as 'Globalfast' has now completed sea trials and has been delivered to her owner. According to AIS-derived data, the vessel has been given its final name and is now called "Wanderlust". At this point the vessel is still in Australia...
New 90-foot Sportfish To Start Build Soon
Jarrett Bay Boat Works announced yesterday that they have been commissioned to build Hull 68 which is a 90-foot sportfish for a repeat client of the yard. The yard says it will feature a full tuna tower and open bridge design. The yacht has not started construction as yet but the yard estimates they will start work on it in early 2023...
"Maveric I"; The Latest From Palmer Johnson
Former U.S yacht builder Palmer Johnson is still around and they recently unveiled images to a design they call the PJ63 Sport, a sporty and svelte looking craft christened as "Maveric I". The vessel was launched a few months ago and actually made its debut at the 2022 Monaco Yacht Show (MYS). Although the vessel is from this former American builder it was not constructed anywhere in America. In fact, remember Palmer Johnson closed their Sturgeon Bay facilities nearly 8 years ago. The design inside and out as well as Naval Architecture is by Palmer Johnson...
80 Black Edition Power Cat Debuts For VisionF
At the Cannes Yachting Festival Turkish company VisionF showcased their new 80 Black Edition Motor catamaran. It turned heads at the show initially because of its all matte-black color finish. The proper title for this yacht according to the builder is the VisionF 80 FirstLine. However, this particular hull is known as the 'Black Edition' for obvious reasons. Despite what some may assume, the vessel is constructed in all-aluminum. Despite being Turkish-built there are some European styling cues incorporated into the vessel. Below is a photo of one of the previous hulls for the purpose of comparison to the Black Edition...
38-meter Project 'Garfield' To Build At Dynamic Supercats
Dynamic Supercats has announced the sale of a 38-meter luxury catamaran that now has the name Project 'Garfield'. Dynamic Supercats is a division of Dynamic Boats based in Miami. The owners of the new catamaran aren't newbies as they own a 25-meter cat and are upgrading. Since the couldn't find the perfect fit for them on the brokerage market, they decided to build their own custom catamaran employing Dynamic Supercats. Project Garfield will serve as the yard's first larger build...
37.7-meter "Queen Tati" Launches At MCP Yachts
Brazilian manufacturer MCP Yachts has launched one of their largest yachts to date called "Queen Tati". It is a 37.7-meter vessel that was constructed in full aluminium. What you see is the result of a collaboration between MCP Yachts and Dutch design studio Vripack. The paint finish featured follows the traditional ethos with a dark hull and white superstructure...
CL Yachts CLX96 SAV
Reinventing the Motoryacht; Rise of the Sea Activity Vessel
In the yachting universe, recognizable design elements generally convey a brand while polarizing designs often create a stir. It's an elusive emotional quotient that isn't clearly defined. So what happens when a super-modern superstructure collides with a commercial workboat bow? Is it an emerging design trend or a one-hit wonder? Before you decide, step inside the CLX96 SAV or Sea Activity Vessel, an acronym spawned by this clean-sheet, floating biosphere where interior and exterior space expand to become an infinite number. This boat was built to make walls disappear, leaving you immersed in your surroundings and discarding the notion that no man is an island. In September of 2022, the CL team invited me to join them for a seatrial of the CLX96...Reinventing the Motoryacht; Rise of the Sea Activity Vessel
The Best of the 2022 Monaco Show
The 2022 edition of the Monaco Yacht Show (MYS) kicked off Wednesday, Sept 28th and runs until Saturday, Oct 1st. There are well-over 100 superyachts in attendance, both in the marina and anchored offshore. In this piece we will be looking at a few of the notable yachts attending this year's show, as well as the latest concepts and upcoming splashes. This show typically attracts vessels that are looking to be sold or simply to show-off what a particular company can execute...
146-meter "OPERA" Launched At Lurssen
The 146-meter superyacht "OPERA" has been launched to the water by Lurssen. The name may sound familiar as this was the project name being utilized in the last few years. It is believed that OPERA is the rebuilt superyacht from the catastrophic 2018 fire of what was then known as project 'Sassi'. We last had a glimpse of this vessel over a year ago where the bare-metal vessel moved into the floating drydock for finishing...
"Razamo" Enroute To New Owners
Remember in August we carried a news piece concerning a new Nordhavn N68 that launched and was representative of Nordhavn's 600th hull overall. Nordhavn updated earlier this month that the same vessel has been on its way to Victoria, British Colubmia where it will then end up at Nordhavn's Northwest office in Anacortes, Washington for final commissioning and handover to her excited new owners. Below is an image of the vessel loaded aboard a transport ship around the 5th of September...
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