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First Nordhavn N120 on the verge of delivery​

Nordhavn is expected to deliver their first N120 to her repeat owner at the end of this week. The top-of-the-range expedition yacht from Nordhavn is the first in the large series of yachts but not the first Nordhavn yacht for the owner. She will be delivered on her own bottom from Nordhavn across the Pacific to Vancouver. She is expected to stop-over in Hong Kong and then take approximately 25 days.

The N120 is run by a pair of 965hp MTU engines that could produce an economical cruising speed of 12-knots. On her contemporary interior, the N120 can accommodate ten guests in five cabins. They are arranged in a master situated on the main deck, two VIPs, a double and twin cabin aft. There is accommodation for as many as eight crew...

Proteksan delivers 49.90-meter superyacht "Ileria"​

The near 50-meter superyacht "Ileria" launched from Proteksan & Turquoise in April without much of the usual fanfare. Since then the 49.90-meter steel and aluminium superyacht has been completed. Built under the project name 'Thunder' and with build number NB65, she has been designed mainly by the yard's in-house design team.

However, on the interior, Jean-Guy Vergès was tasked with creating a modern interior design to the wishes of the new owner. This new yacht was ordered back in 2010 and subsequently adopted the project name Thunder. Built for experienced owners, Ileria can carry as many as 14 guests in seven cabins. The breakdown in cabin arrangement includes a master suite and a VIP located on the main deck, with a double cabin is on the bridge deck. The lower deck hosts the two double and two twin cabins...

SouthernWind launches SW82 sailyacht "Feelin' Good"​

Feelin’ Good is the first SW82 hull built by Southern Wind Shipyard, just launched in the waters of Cape Town. She is designed by the consolidated team of Farr Yacht Design (naval architecture, sail plan and appendages) and Nauta Design (general design, deck and interior design) and she benefits of the experience gained by Southern Wind over the last two decades in building super yachts.

"The name “Feelin' Good” is a wonderful way to explain how you feel when you are onboard. Southern Wind Shipyard has captured the essence of blue water cruising in Italian luxury and style. You can't help but 'feel good' when on this boat”, said SW82 Feelin’ Good owner, while watching his new yacht touching the water for the first time...

CustomLine Navetta 33 Crescendo motoryachts ​

Ferretti Custom Line, a brand of the Ferretti Group producing yachts between 26 and 38-meters in length, has launched the 13th and the 14th hull of the semi-displacement line Navetta 33 Crescendo at its shipyard in Ancona. Hull 13 will make her way to a client in Mexico, and hull 14 is destined for the North American market.

Hull 13 will have a contemporary interior design and has a few special customized features that were asked to be added by the Mexican owner. Hull 14 is will be on her way to an American owner and has a modern interior with use of glass elements and white lacquered furniture pieces...

Conrad Yachts launch 115-foot motorsailer "Lunar"​

The Conrad yard recently launched their newest yacht the 115-foot motorsailer called "Lunar". The new vessel launched at the end of June (June 27th) and is already in the water with her rig attached. Now that she is in the water, Lunar can be readied for sea trials while final work onboard continues apace...

Horizon launches first RP110 motoryacht​

Designed by J.C. Espinosa, the Horizon RP110 raised pilothouse encompasses an all-new design that will redefine the industry standard for raised pilothouse motoryachts, combing a streamlined profile with impressive interior volume and offering an array of accommodation options that are sure suit any lifestyle. The RP110 features an advanced double-chine hull – the result of collaboration between Horizon and Donald L. Blount -- which allows for impeccable performance and easy maneuvering in both low and high speed ranges.

Her interior layout provides four staterooms and three crew cabins, as well as a spacious salon, dining area for 8-10 and a skylounge ideal for relaxing or entertaining with a BBQ and wet bar...

Horizon Delivers E62 Motoryacht to Owner in China​

Since the start of 2013, Horizon has been busy with the delivery of 11 yachts to new owners. The most recent delivery is a Horizon E62 motoryacht to a young gentleman in China who is well-known in the Chinese technology field. The new owner contacted Horizon in February 2012 during the Hainan Rendezvous and Boat Show in Sanya, where he was invited to personally tour the yachts on display; after a few months of communication regarding interior layouts and build specifications, the owner ordered his E62 and as of this month, he is the happy new owner of a Horizon yacht...

Sunrise Yachts 50-meter superyacht​

Sunrise Yachts currently have a 50-meter superyacht in the works. The design is by familiar firms to the yard, Espen Øino and Franck Darnet. The design of the S50 focuses on an indoor/outdoor concept that offers an abundance of natural light, a design of timeless elegance and an innovative distribution of space. Light is a defining element of the style. The Sunrise 50-meter concept is of a long-range displacement yacht capable of accommodating up to eleven guests in high-level comfort – while introducing a design philosophy rarely implemented on a vessel of this size...

Storm Yachts S-78 motoryacht​

The S-78 is an aluminium Fast Displacement A-class super yacht with a top speed of 24 knots. The S-78 is the first Storm design on which all the variations on this site have been based. The innovative drive technology and the patented FDFH hull shape guarantee excellent sailing characteristics, even at high speeds...

Feadship relaunches 71.60-meter superyacht "Utopia"​

The 71.60-metre Feadship "Utopia" has completed her refit to the complete satisfaction of her owners and captain. The extensive repainting work on the superstructure and hull was on display as the yacht was re-launched by Feadship. Utopia also benefits from a wide range of mechanical improvements and updates in a refit project that was completed within a remarkably short time frame.

This was the second occasion that the owner of this wonderful Feadship has had Utopia refitted by Feadship since she was first launched there in 2004. In close cooperation with the owner’s representatives and the Feadship refit team, the yard period was carefully planned to meet the owner’s cruising schedule and budget.

With her new top coating, Utopia is set to again steal the show in the world’s finest marinas...

H2-designed 85-meter superyacht ready to build​

H2 Yacht design has a new 85-meter superyacht design that is ready to be constructed, just needs the go-ahead from a prospective owner. The new yacht is based on the 82-meter project 'Graceful' which is currently under construction at Blohm & Voss.

The builder for the new 85-meter superyacht has been cited at Dörries Maritime Services and is the first of a few yachts that are currently in development.This one is the most advanced and is ready to be built. With a beam of 15-meters she is likely to be very spacious throughout...

Dubois unveil 90-meter design for Feadship​

Dubois Naval Architects recently unveiled a concept design for a 90-meter superyacht proposed to Dutch yard Feadship. Listed as P0513 on Dubois' drawing boards, they have managed to keep the proportions cleverly hidden thanks to the sleek lines employed.

Even at 90-meters, she spreads over four decks offering huge exterior spaces to relax and enjoy both the views and the yacht's various perspectives. The interior The interior design is being developed in cooperation with the experienced Feadship team and will incorporate very easy flow patterns from one space to space, whether public or private. The result is to be excellent visibility from all areas and to create harmony throughout...

SouthernWind SW102 sail yacht "Farfalla"​

Southern Wind Shipyard is working actively to build the hull number 3 of the SW102 model to be called "Farfalla". This super yacht will be a Raised Saloon version, which features bright panoramic windows on the coach roof and an airy under-deck open saloon. The yacht is designed by the same trusted team that has penned many other SW models: Nauta Yacht Design for the general design, deck and interior design and Farr Yacht Design for the naval architecture, sail plan and appendages.

The yacht L.O.A will be actually 104-feet and it will be provided with a large garage, able to storage a tender of 4 meters. The yacht interior layout will be classical and in line with Southern Wind Shipyard philosophy, with the master’s cabin afore and the crew quarters in the aft...

Horizon E56 under construction for Malaysian client ​

There is a new Horizon E56 currently under construction at the yard for a Malaysian client. The new Horizon E56 motoryacht order from a gentleman in Sabah, also known as the Maldives in Malaysia, who is a high-profile individual and the first person to own a Lamborghini in that area.

Last year, he visited Horizon’s Vision shipyard during his search for a new yacht and was impressed by Horizon’s craftsmanship and functional interior layouts; after two months researching other shipyards, he chose Horizon to build his first motoryacht, the E56 – the yacht will deliver in August to her new owner, who plans to cruise his Horizon E56 in the crystal clear waters of Sabah. The E56 is designed to take advantage of the innovative drive technology offered by dual Volvo IPS drives for improved fuel economy, better performance, reduced draft, and increased interior volume...

MCP building 42.5-meter Project 'Hemisphere' megayacht​

MCP Yachts in Brazil is currently working on their largest yacht yet, the 42.5-meter Project 'Hemisphere'. She is being built to Lloyd’s Register and has been built in all-aluminium. Work is now entering the next stages of build which will include fairing, painting, general outfitting and finishing.

The design of Project Hemisphere has been by both MCP and the experienced hands of Vripack. She is powered by dual 1,825 Horse Power Caterpillar C32 ACERT diesels engines to push her to a projected top speed of 19-knots. This semi-displacement yacht has an economic range of 3,500 nautical miles, drawing from 35,000 LT capacity tanks. Her layout on the interior is done to facilitate the sleeping of ten guests. The large master cabin is situated on the forward main deck and boasts the features you would come to expect onboard a luxurious platform of this size...

Codecasa launches 50-meter "Framura 3" superyacht​

Codecasa Shipyards are proud to announce the recent launching of the new 50-meter motoryacht "Framura 3", which is going to become the flagship of the Codecasa Sport series that includes the CODECASA 35s, the CODECASA 41s and the CODECASA 45s. The launching took place last Saturday, June 22nd, 2013 at 11.00 am at the new Codecasa production facility in the Darsena dei Navicelli in Pisa, in the presence of the Owning Company Representatives and few selected Guests. The new CODECASA 50s, the delivery of which is scheduled for the forthcoming month of July, was built following a project by Prof. Andre Bacigalupo. The Interiors were instead signed by Anna Maria and Franco Della Role, who for two years have been closely co-operating with the Owner’s personal Interior Designer...

Couach launches 2600 Fly motoryacht "Ocram Dos Vigo"​

The first 26-meter motoryacht by Couach launches in Arachon Bay, France. The new model has been built to plug the gap between its 22-meter and 28-meter models. This new model, already with her final name, "Ocram Dos Vigo", has a design by Franck Reynaud.

The new 2600 Fly, Ocram Dos Vigo has been built in composite and has the ability to reach a top speed of 31-knots. Not surprising with Couach's performance oriented packed she is powered by a pair of 12V 1,800 horse power MAN engines. The 52-tonne vessel has a beam of 6.30-meters and a very slim draft of 1.05-meters...

Heesen delivers 65-meter superyacht "Galactica Star"​

Dutch superyacht builder Heesen has now successfully delivered their flagship 65-meter superyacht "Galactica Star". Galactica Star was set to be delivered by the end of June but she obviously was finished ahead of schedule.

She has many special features inclusive of an aft duplex beach club comprising a 10-sqm side balcony, a 22-sqm swim platform, bar, sauna, hammam, lit with natural light coming through a glass-bottomed main-deck pool. Remember Galactica Star is part of Heesen's Fast Displacement Hull Form (FDHF) line and has been taylored to be fast and efficient for her size. The all-aluminium superyacht is run by twin 4,300kW MTU 20V 4000 M93L engines. The FDHF innovative hull design increases the overall performance of the yacht by around 30 percent.

Galactica Star has an exterior design by Omega Architects and an interior design by Bannenberg & Rowell...

Alloy completes 43.90-meter sailing yacht "Encore"​

New Zealand yard Alloy Yachts has now completed the 43.90-meter sailing yacht "Encore" and has been delivered to her owners. The design is by Ed Dubois of Dubois Naval Architects. The 265-tonne yacht built under Alloy yard designation AY45, has a sailing rig done by Southern Spars. The mast is 54-meters tall supporting the rest of the sail equipment. The sails themselves are by Doyle...

Delta Marine launches 66-meter superyacht "Invictus"​

American yard Delta Marine has successfully launched their latest yacht, the 66-meter "Invictus". She was built under the project name 'Invader' in steel and composite materials. Her aggressive build schedule pushed her to be launched by the first half of 2013.

Powered by twin Caterpillar 3516 main engines and carrying over 50,000 gallons of fuel, the yacht will have a 5,000 nautical mile range at 12-knots and a maximum speed of 16.8-knots. Quantum Zero Speed stabilizers will ensure a nice gentle ride both at anchor and underway. Her tender garage with side hull doors and overhead gantry cranes for deployment, will stow a RIB tender, jet skis and a custom 28’ Italian style launch.

The Delta Design Group is responsible for naval architecture, space planning and exterior styling...