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Horizon Elevates P130 model to new P136 model​

Horizon Group announced they are elevating the successful Horizon P130 model to a new P136 model that features a 28’ beam, six guest stateroom layout with additional crew and bulbous bow. “Horizon has much experience manufacturing large FRP hulls, building to classes and regulations, and communicating with clients on comprehensive projects,” says Horizon CEO John Lu. “We are extremely comfortable with the design and pedigree behind the new Horizon P136, and we are confident she will be well-received throughout the global yacht market.”

The new P136 is currently the largest FRP hull that Horizon builds and offers enhanced performance with her bulbous bow, which helps reduce water and wave resistance, and improved interior volume due to her 445 gross tonnage and increased waterline length by 2 feet 8 inches...

New Heesen 58-meter superyacht design by Francesco Paszkowski​

Dutch yacht builder Heesen are always reinventing as well as keeping their product fresh for the ever discerning market. One of their latest projects recently came to light in the form of a 58-meter superyacht design. The new yacht design bears sleek yet aggressive lines from the pen of Francesco Paszkowski.

Besides the fast and low profile of this superyacht design, she offers the guests onboard the ultimate experience. Fold-down bulwarks and drop-down terraces are incorporated into the design. It allows a better sense of connection to your surroundings to feel and see the outside from indoors. More surprises pop-up on this design when closer attention is paid...

Cantiere delle Marche announces a new order for Nauta Air 88​

Just a few days ago the yard sold the second Nauta Air, an explorer Yacht in aluminium that combines durable substance, seaworthy performance and low fuel consumption with airy, contemporary design and wide exterior space and surprising volumes. CdM Nauta Air is the result of the collaboration between Architect Mario Pedol, founder, along with Massimo Gino, of the renowned Milan-based design studio Nauta Yacht Design, and CdM. Nauta Air offers the perfect blend of the luxury and style of superyachts with the sturdy substance that characterizes Cantiere delle Marche’s yachts such as the Darwin Class Explorers.

Vasco Buonpensiere, CdM’s Sales & Marketing Director, comments: “It is definitely the best way to begin the 2013...

Trinity Yachts hands over 49.9-meter "Lady Sura"​

Trinity Yachts has announced that following successful sea trials in December 2012, "Lady Sura", its newest 164’ (49.9m) tri-deck custom built superyacht with aluminum hull and superstructure, is delivered. Features of this beautiful yacht include a full beam two-level master suite—to enjoy sleeping on the lower level and relaxing to the view on the upper—on the main deck with forward panoramic viewing windows. Four guest staterooms are located below and one VIP guest stateroom on the 01 deck. The interior, by Patrick Knowles Yacht Design, is rich in Anigre, mahogany and harmonizing burl finishes.

For optimal outdoor living and world class views, Lady Sura's sky lounge is panoramic and her flybridge features a Jacuzzi, numerous sunpads and lounge seating aft. A large tender garage aft provides ample storage for the tender, jet skis and water toys...

Horizon launches 115' expedition yacht "Tango 5"​

Last weekend Horizon celebrated an exciting moment as they launched the new Horizon EP series 115-foot expedition yacht "Tango 5", which holds status as the largest luxury yacht Horizon has sold in the Singapore yacht market. Tango 5 is built with the ocean adventurer in mind, featuring a steel hull, bulbous bow, four stateroom layout and cockpit for fishing and diving...

Fourth Oyster 885 sailing to commence build​

Sailing yacht manufacturer Oyster terminated 2012 on a good note by garnering a new contract for another Oyster 885 sailing yacht. This new hull will be built for delivery in 2014. The first hull of this new series was launched in 2012 and now called "Lush". Hull 2 and 3 are under construction both for launch and completion this year.

This current build, hull 4, will a slightly different from her series-mates. The raised saloon area will be a shade larger than on her sisters. Also the interior layout will be customized for the owner. For motoring or sail assistance, the Oyster 885 sailing yacht is powered by a single 246 kW Cummins marine engine.

Briefly looking at the cabin arrangements of the Oyster 885. It is available in two types basically, with three or two cabin layout. One version is with a full-beam master and two double cabins aft of the midships or with an extra double cabin forward...

New Heesen custom 50-meter superyacht signed​

Proceedings continue to look positive for Dutch yacht manufacturer, Heesen with the signing of yet another superyacht. This one is a 50-meter luxury motoryacht with build number YN17350. This signing brings the tally to four superyachts signed in 2012 for Heesen and for the last couple of Christmas seasons, a new project to end the year with.

Not surprisingly, Naval Architecture is compliments Van Oossanen Naval Architects in cooperation with Heesen. The exterior styling is being done by Clifford Denn Design. The arrangement for eight guests is in three double cabins and a twin. The owner will have their own stateroom on the forward end of the main deck.

Looking at the running characteristics, 15-knots is the calculated top speed thanks to a pair of MTU 8V4000 engines. She will be capable of Trans-Atlantic range with her 4000 nautical-mile credentials at a reduced speed of 12-knots...

164’ (49.9m) "TSUMAT" Delivered by Trinity Yachts​

Trinity Yachts is pleased to announce the delivery of "Tsumat"—a 164’ (49.9m) Tri-Deck custom built superyacht with aluminum hull and superstructure—to her owner, a repeat Trinity customer whose family has enjoyed yachting for many years. Representing quintessential Trinity Yachts design, naval architecture and exterior styling and a breathtaking interior design developed by Ramon Alonso of Loguer Design and J.C. Espinosa of Espinosa, Inc. Tsumat embodies state-of-the-art engineering and yacht building technologies with interior simplicity, contrast, warmth, consistency and comfort.

Tsumat, from an ancient Mexican dialect, means “beautiful girl” or “princess.” Subtle in meaning and strong in phonetics, her very name challenged all involved in her build and design to unite the power of the ocean with the grace of a superyacht...

Westport completes latest W164' "Annastar"​

American builder Westport completed their latest member of Westport 164 series called "Annastar". She is the tenth yacht in the line and if you are confused as to the previous sisterships, here is a reminder. "Vango" (5001), "Evviva" (5002), "My Girl" (5003), "SeaQuest" (5004), "Xilonen V" (5006), "Boardwalk" (5007), "Wabi Sabi" (5008), "Legacy" (5009).

The design of Annastar is of course as usual by Donald Starkey with the Naval Architecture by Garden/Olsen. The standard W164 achieves 24-knots utilizing a pair of 3,650 HP MTU engines. A very respectable range over 5,000 nautical miles at 12-knots can be achieved. Guest accommodation is expected to be in two twins, two doubles, a VIP and a Master stateroom for a total of tweleve guests. Annastar is completed now last seen in the San Diego area.

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Construction to start on Dubois 101-meter sloop mid-2013​

Remember when you were wowed by the design proposal by Dubois Naval Architects for a 101-meter super sailing sloop earlier this year? The beast of a yacht is now closer-than-ever to starting construction. The behemoth is set to start build by Q2 2013.

Design 380 at Dubois Naval Architects is clearly their largest design to-date. Even at that length and approximately 2000-tonnes she will draw only 4-meters of water with her keel retracted! However, in sailing mode out in the deep blue, the draft can be increased to 16-meters to take advantage of that undersea reach for stabilty...

Oyster set to launch Oyster 125 Flybridge yacht "Twilight"​

Come early 2013, sailyacht manufacturer Oyster is expected to launch an Oyster 125-foot sailing yacht to be called "Twilight". She is a flybridge sail cruiser designed by Dubois Naval Architects and is currently under construction at RMK Marine.

Twilight is for sale at the moment asking 16.8-million Euros. On the inside she features a comfortable comtemporary soft earthy-toned palette designed by Rhoades Young. The layout is very easy and functional especially in the saloon area. Parqet flooring is paired with lighter toned tans and creams on furniture pieces and accessories. This theme transitions to the walls of the interior.

At 180,000 kilos (180 tonnes) lightship displacement, the Oyster 125 by Dubois is a very substantial superyacht, offering a stunning performance in absolute comfort...

50-meter Heesen Project 'Azuro' coming together at Heesen ​

A new 50-meter superyacht is coming together at Dutch builder Heesen, in Oos, The Netherlands. The vessel is being built under YN 16650 and is expected to be completed in the Spring of 2014. The vessel is being built in all aluminium and does not have an owner as yet.

Project 'Azuro' will be the fourth 50-meter to-date with the third one currently under construction for delivery in 2013. The Azuro project is expected to be sleeping 10 to 12 guests in a Master stateroom, a VIP-type stateroom, two twin cabins and two doubles. The interior is going to be fleshed out to a design by Francesco Paszkowski...

CRN prepares to launch top-of-the-line 80-meter superyacht "Chopi Chopi"​

It's been a buzz at the CRN shipyard in Italy during the last few months, first with the successful launching of the superyacht "J'Ade". However, more stir was created when their largest yacht to-date left the building hall and rolled into day-light for the first time.

Hull 129, the 80-meter superyacht "Chopi Chopi" looks even better than in her rendered state that most have been accustomed to during the last few years. Her beautiful appearance has been created thanks to Zuccon International Project in cooperation with CRN. On the other hand, the interior as you can well imagine will be classy when fully completed, compliments work by Laura Sessa Romboli and CRN Central Stile...

Abeking & Rasmussen 82.30-meter superyacht​

German superyacht builder Abeking & Rasmussen has been quietly working on a new superyacht. Very little is known about this 82.30-meter superyacht from the German yard. However, a rendering has been released and now we can see how this giant will look.

YF can tell you that this secretive yacht has a design by Sam Sorgiovanni and an interior by Jim Harris. The fact this vessel is so secret may not be coincidence, she's the successor to the 61-meter Feadship of the same name -"Secret"(now "Majestic")-. Delivery of this new 82.30-meter superyacht is slated for May 2013...

Ferretti unveils new Ferretti 960 megayacht ​

Recently, Ferretti Yachts unveiled details of their new flagship, currently under construction. The new vessel is the Ferretti 960 2013 model. Not surprisingly the new project brings together many familiar entities like Studio Zuccon International Project, Centro Stile and AYT.

This new 2013 model currently in build is being seen as the successor to the Ferretti 881. When this new model launches in Spring 2013, it will be the first model of the Ferretti Brand to have a five-stateroom layout enabling her to carry a minimum of ten guests. She will have four mirror staterooms on the lower deck all opposite each other of the center-line. The master stateroom as you would expect is forward on the main deck...

Amels sells second 67-meter Sea Axe support vessel​

Amels has successfully sold the second unit in the Sea Axe fast yacht support line. You will of course remember the first unit, "Garcon 4 Ace" that debuted at the high-profile 2012 Monaco Yacht Show (MYS) in September http://www.yachtforums.com/forums/amels-yacht/19492-delivered-amels-67m-seaaxe-support-gar%E7-4-ace.html. As you may expect, the second unit will be similar to the first however, there will be some distict differences.

In co-operation with Imperial, a yacht management company which is known by its portfolio of prestigious superyachts built under its supervision, this latest SEA AXE is being constructed with an extensive dive area, designed specifically for scuba diving expeditions...

Cheoy Lee making progress on new Alpha 87 Express Sport​

Major progress is underway as the new Alpha 87 Express Sport takes shape. The Alpha 87 ES is a contiguous Alpha evolution from Naval Architect Michael Peters and Interior Designer Luiz de Basto. The Alpha 87 ES is a four stateroom layout below with formal and informal dining and lounge inside and outside.

This boat is a step up from their Express line that has been turning heads. The Express line currently deals out a 76-footer yacht in Express and newly made Flybridge model of the same length. The Alpha 87 Express Sport is even more sleek ad stylish that her predecessors bearing more secure bow lounging and relaxation. Even though she is an express, she still comes with a flybridge and associated seating for guests...

Heesen starts construction on all-aluminium megayacht​

A number of new models have been introduced to the world by Dutch builder Heesen Yachts this year. One of them is an all-aluminium 45-meter design. The full-aluminium sports yacht looks like a smaller version to the 65-meter they have in build but with a few individual characteristics.

Omega Architects are in on the design on this new model and they commented..."we are proud to announce that Heesen Yachts have decided to build a new design of 45 meters. This particular design will inspire prospect owners because of the authentic Heesen Yachts values like speed and technology."

These sleek sports-style yachts that Heesen have been building aren't lazy either. This 45-meter is anticipated to reach a 30-knot top end speed. Resulting from her sleek Omega design the 45-meter has a pretty long and spacious sun deck fitted with a jacuzzi just aft of midships...

Inace Yachts preparing to launch 38.4-meter explorer "Batai"​

If you are familiar with Inace Yachts of Brazil you probably will remember their last delivery, the 37-meter explorer called "Far Far Away". Delivered: Inace 37M expedition yacht "Far Far Away" - YachtForums.Com. However, there is a new yacht that is about to be splashed very soon, a slightly larger vessel at 38.4-meters called "Batai".

Batai is actually very similar looking to Far Far Away just a few meters larger. Just like Far Far Away, Batai is designed by Luiz de Basto. The steel and aluminum explorer yacht also features interior work and design by Luiz de Basto, with sleeping capacity for ten guests...

Baltic Yachts secure contract to build 35.5M sailing yacht​

More good news permeates the air for Baltic Yachts with the signing of a new contract for a 35.5-meter sailing yacht. Back in June 2012, they also signed a contract for another yacht called "WinWin" New Contract: Baltic 108' racer/cruiser "WinWin" - YachtForums.Com. She will be a high-performance cruiser with a length in the region of 116-feet.

Naval Architecture is by Judel/Vrolijk & Co while her exterior design and styling is by Nauta Design. Actually the interior as well is by Nauta Design. Speaking of the interior, the Baltic 116 will sleep up to eight guests in four cabins inclusive of a master stateroom for the owner.

The MCM managed project will kick-start construction in January 2013 with a foreseen launching in fourth-quarter 2014...