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Moonen sells first yacht in Caribbean Series, 36.6M 'Martinique'​

Recently YF published about Moonen's offering of a Caribbean series of yachts to attract interest and sales. One of them was recently sold, the 36.58-meter 'Martinique' model. As a quick reminder, Moonen offered six designs ranging from 26 to 38-meters LOA all named after islands in the Caribbean and the 'Martinique' model is the one sold...

Wally delivers second WallyAce 26-meter motoryacht "WallyKokoNut"​

Innovative builder Wally Yachts has successfully delivered the second hull in the WallyAce 26-meter displacement series. She is easily distinguishable from her sister, "Kanga", with a strong darker paintjob. Her name is "WallyKokoNut", an interesting name and since delivery she has been placed on the charter market and expected to charter out of Corsica...

Bilgin Yachts launch 45M motoryacht "Elada"​

Turkey-based builder Bilgin Yachts just launched their latest motoryacht. She is a 45-meter megayacht called "Elada" and looks quite reminiscent of the 40-meter "M" launched back in 2012. In fact she is really a progression of that particular design. The two most striking features on the H2 Yacht Designed exterior are obviously her reverse bow and also reverse sloping bridge windows.

H2 Yacht Design are also responsible for the design of Elada's interior. The accommodation can be for as many as twelve with six cabins onboard. The master suite is not in the traditional position, that is on the aft upper deck and benefits from an external deck. Down on the forward main deck where the master usually is in orthodox, is Elada's VIP-suite. Of course the other four guest cabins are on the lower deck as well as cabins for crew...

Tecnomar launches 40-meter Nadara motoryacht "Low Profile"​

The Tecnomar brand in the Admiral Tecnomar Group launched their newest yacht to date. She is from their 40-meter Nadara line and is called "Low Profile". The all-aluminium yacht was launched on Friday and shows off a pristine grey paintjob. The interior is where the action is onboard Low Profile. The accommodation is set up for as many as ten guests.

Yes, she actually has five cabin layout offering a full-beam master suite to her owner. That large room is located on the forward end of the main deck. The other rooms for guests are all on the lower deck and those include a VIP-suite, a double cabin as well as two twin cabins. When you are not ready to retire to bed as yet, the main saloon on the main deck is a great place to be...

OceAnco delivers 91.5-meter superyacht "Equanimity"​

The etymology of the word equanimity derives from the Latin aequus meaning balanced and animus meaning spirit or internal state. The concept of equanimity —internal balance— is both profound and refined. OceAnco’s newly delivered 91.5-meter "Equanimity" is aptly named; from her exterior to her interior to her inner core, she is perfectly well balanced. Equanimity, ex. (Y709), has the distinction of being the industry’s first superyacht designed and built to be fully Passenger Yacht Code (PYC) compliant. OceAnco CEO, Marcel Onkenhout, says, “working together with Lloyd's Register and Cayman Islands Shipping Registry— we designed, developed, engineered and built a magnificent yacht, which will undoubtedly set new standards in the industry.”

The owners look forward to extensive world travel aboard their distinctive luxury vessel...

Heesen launches 47-meter megayacht Project 'Margarita'​

Dutch yacht builder Heesen launched one of their 2014 megayachts known under the Project name 'Margarita'. She was hull 16847 and as the ending of the ID suggest, she is a 47-meter megayacht. Even though she is one of Heesen's 499GT 47-meter megayachts she differs slightly from her sisters in styling. If you inspect closely, you will notice the styling for the windows on the Margarita Project vary from those of her sisterships.

Project Margarita, launched in May was built in steel and aluminium with a displacement hull. On the interior, the styling is an elegant contemporary design. There are rich textures and high-end materials like silk, wool and linen fabrics that contrast against the beautiful walnut floors, oak walls and gloss lacquered ceiling...

Lurssen launches 66-meter Project 'Green'; "Ester III"​

On the 27th of May 2014 Lürssen launched project Green on a magnificent sunny day! She will now enter the final phase of her construction and her delivery is scheduled for this fall. Under clear directions from the Owner, Espen Oeino has given Green a very masculine appearance with strong character.

With a length of 66-meters and a beam of 11.90-meters she accommodates all of the owner’s requirements whilst still maintaining a very elegant appearance. Her interior, which is being installed right now, is designed by Reymond Langton and the elaborate design, the joinery work as well as the loose pieces of furniture made by Silver Lining, will stun those who will have the privilege to come aboard...

MondoMarine presents M43 megayacht​

A new and exciting megayacht design has surfaced from MondoMarine bearing a design by Hot Lab. The project is a voluminous package boasting large living spaces onboard comparible to that of yachts much larger. Sharp bow lines are juxtaposed by flat broad surfaces that are glazed. It can be seen in the large reverse bridge windows as well as more-than-ample window surfaces throughout the rest of the yacht provide stunning views out. This is one feature that guests will thoroughly enjoy...

Sunseeker launches new redesigned 86-foot motoryacht​

UK builder Sunseeker has launched its brand new redesigned 86-foot motoryacht. It is a redone version of the existing 86 series however, it has been optimized for displacement speeds and is expected to offer a range of over 1,000 nautical miles at 10-knots -not bad for a 26-meter yacht-.

A closer look at the new 86 will reveal slightly updated exterior styling as well. She has taken on a new bulwark balcony and styled windows. Meanwhile the interior boasts a four stateroom layout all with ensuite bathrooms. Even though the newly designed hull is now optimized for more efficient displacement speeds she will still be able to hit a top speed of 30-knots...

CRN delivers 61-meter superyacht "Saramour"​

Italian yacht builder CRN has delivered the 61-meter superyacht "Saramour". News of the delivery comes when CRN just launched their second largest yacht to-date at the end of May. Saramour was built at CRN under the build number 133 and delivery to her owner took place just under a week before the launch of CRN's 73-meter...

Palmer Johnson secures order for second 48-meter SuperSport motoryacht​

American yacht builder Palmer Johnson has secured an order for a second 48-meter SuperSport megayacht. The SuperSport range is a new offering by Palmer Johnson and encompasses yachts from 35-meters, 42-meters, 48-meters and 72-meters.

The American Yard is working with Norwegian Carbon Composite specialists Brodrene AA. in Norway to build the new SuperSport megayachts. The first 48-meter SuperSport was completed in Norway and shipped to the U.S for Palmer Johnson to complete. Now that Palmer Johnson have safely secured the sale of the second hull, expect construction to start soon. They are looking to have the second trimaran hull over in the United States by early next year...

CRN launches 73-meter superyacht "Yalla"​

Italian superyacht manufacturer CRN has launched a 73-meter custom-built superyacht called "Yalla". She was built under hull ID CRN132 to a design by Omega Architects. The interior across this 5-deck superyacht is by Droulers Architecture working in close collaboration with CRN's in-house team. Yalla bears a very sleek profile for such a large yacht and her exterior finishes in light colour on alternating dark tone.

Yalla is custom-built and has the ability to sleep as many as twelve guests in six suites. She can sleep as many as twenty-two crew as well. One thing of note, she is the first build by CRN to be manufactured on the 12.5-meter beam platform. A number of other builds are nearing the delivery stage across the Ferretti Group...

SanLorenzo launches 46-meter motoryacht "Trident"​

Italian yard SanLorenzo just splashed their latest 46-meter steel series motoryacht. She has been named "Trident" and now represents the sixth hull in the series to have been successfully launched. The first one was launched back in 2010 and now the 6th in 2014, will be headed to a Hong Kong owner. She was built with a steel hull -hence the model name 'Steel'- and aluminium superstructure...

Horizon launches first PC52 Power Catamaran​

Horizon Group is pleased to announce the successful launch and sea trial of “Quintessence,” the first PC52 luxury power catamaran; she is scheduled to deliver to her U.S. owners in July and will make her U.S. debut at the 2014 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show October 30th-November 3rd, 2014. “The launch of the new PC52 model marks another milestone for Horizon as we expand upon our success with power catamarans,” said Horizon Group CEO John Lu...

Viking Yachts launch 92' Enclosed Bridge Convertible Sportfish Yacht​

Viking Yachts, mainly a manufacturer of sportfish type yachts have launched their largest yacht to date, their flagship 92-foot Enclosed Bridge Convertible Sportfish. Not so long ago, many experienced tournament skippers and anglers felt a boat over 70-feet was on the cusp of being too large to effectively compete on the tournament trail. But the Viking 74 Convertible launched in May 2004 proved differently. Fast forward to the fall 2008 when the launch of the 82 Convertible continued the upward trend.

The brand new 92' hit the water on May 20th, 2014 at the company's New Gretna, New Jersey facility. She also now represents the largest resin-infused built convertible sportfish yacht in the United States. She is spacious featuring a 23-foot overall beam and the yacht's master suite takes full advantage of that...

Azimut unveils brand new Azimut 77S motoryacht​

Italian yacht manufacturer Azimut has unveiled a brand new motoryacht to premiere later this year. The new vessel is the Azimut 77S and is expected to make her international debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival in September, 2014. She is now the latest model to grace the S-Class by Azimut Yachts. As usual, style, elegance and performace is blended into the mix of the design for this new yacht...

Hatteras GT70 Sportfish Yacht​

Hatteras is progressing well with the construction of the Hatteras GT70 sportfish motoryacht. She is a latest model in the GT series and is expected to make a big splash when she debuts at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) later this year. "We are making great progress", says Dennis Barker, Hatteras GT Construction Manager. "This week the 2600BHP MTU engines were set for the final finish. We chose to use an upgraded engine on this model, intended for more horsepower and speed, something our customers have been looking for. However, we do have the option to use the standard CAT C-32A 1900 horsepower. Both engines are ideal for covering vast distances- for those weekend trips with the family to the Bahamas or extended fishing tournaments ready to endure any type of seas," he continued...

Benetti launches 47-meter megayacht hull FB503​

Italian builder Benetti launches the 47-meter megayacht hull FB503. She is the third hull to be launched in the Imagination series with the first being Imagination, hull 502 called "Panthera" and hull 503, believed to be named "Anastasia K". The design of hull FB503 is by Stefano Natucci and built in all aluminium and is finished in a different colour to her sisters.

One noticable difference is in the angling bulwark on the foredeck of the bow. The others vessels in this model have glass incorporated into them while hull 503 appears to not have this, obviously a feature the owner probably didn't like. Anticipate more information on this Benetti yacht in time to come.

For more information:

Azimut | Benetti S.p.A...

Logica Yachts about to launch first 147-foot motoryacht​

Logica Yachts informs that the first 147-foot yacht will launch on May 21st, 2014. Logica Yachts is newly formed and have a yard in Viareggio. Interestingly, this 147-footer started construction with Benetti Sail Division. Many guests can be comfortably accommodated onboard the Logica 147-01, thanks to a stunning six cabin layout. The layout includes a master suite, three VIP-type cabins as well as two guest cabins. On the lower deck there is separate accommodation for a crew of 9 and a sizable crew mess.

The long bow presents the opportunity to have an extra-large 5.5-meter swimming pool located forward of the main deck, with down stream swimming system, fresh and sea water and bespoke whirlpool...

London-based design firm Bannenberg & Rowell unveiled one of their new designs of late. It is a 57.91-meter superyacht design that is quite a departure from the conventional motoryacht design. Overall, it is clear the purposeful use of angles across the yacht's surface that culminates in an aggressive appeal. The angular superyacht rises four decks above the waterline and presents a very roomy 11.03-meter overall beam. The yacht has some interesting features on the lower deck like a tender garage that utilized the broad beam of the yacht, basically the tenders are stored transverse rather than the usual longitudinal manner. This allowed for an expansive beach club located aft that is complete with shower/change room and sauna facilities. The engine room is actually located more amidships on this vessel...