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RP110 "The Legion" By Horizon Yachts
"The Legion" is one of the newest yachts to come from Taiwanese builder Horizon Yachts. She is a member of the RP110 model family and has been built by a repeat owner of the yard. In fact, The Legion is their third build with Horizon Yachts. You will find the work of J. C Espinosa on the exterior design while the interior was penned by Cor D Rover and below you will get a glimpse at the rather opulent finality of Cor D Rover's design...
13 Years of Boating Blunders!
For 13 years, members of YachtForums have been documenting mishaps, miscalculations and missed approaches, resulting in a collection of images that are testaments to human stupidity...
85GTS "Cara Montana" Delivered By Otam
The first 85GTS yacht built by Italian builder Otam has been delivered in quick time to her owner. The yacht was launched in May and has already completed sea trials. This is the first hull in the new 85GTS model and her name is "Cara Montana" and you can expect to see her at the Cannes Yachting Festival in September. The yacht was constructed in composite materials for a strong and lightweight body to ensure her performance isn't compromised...
Global 330; Dynamiq's First Explorer Yacht
Monaco-based builder Dynamiq Yachts announced a few days ago its latest model, an explorer design. Of course it still follows very similar design to the yachts they have launched so far but they are calling it the Global 330. It won't just be a sole model member but it will be available in three lengths and GT. The smallest will be around 200 GT and be 30-meters. There is also the 33-meter which we are talking about and then there is a larger 40-meter variant...
30.5-meter Maiora 30 Under Construction
Italian builder Maiora has released some renderings of their new 30.5-meter Maiora 30 they currently have under construction. The yacht is at an advanced stage of build and will make her debut at this year's Cannes Yachting Festival in September and also the Monaco Yacht Show (MYS)...
Vicem 67 Cruiser Details
One of the latest developments at Vicem Yachts is the Vicem 67 Cruiser. The yard recently released more details about this craft. It will be built using the same cold molded mahogany technology they have been using for more than twenty years. High load areas of the yacht are reinforced with carbon fiber. The vessel is good for long self sustained cruising and has been give the CE Design Category 'A' rating...
New Classic 108 Model Unveiled By Ocean King
Pocket explorer yacht builder Ocean King recently unveiled the design for a new Classic 108 model. A familiar name is onboard once again with the design, YVD Studio. Paolo Dose of VYD Studio says, "The 108 offers an aggressive and muscular look without compromising the essential elements of futuristic design. With a wide-beam, large volume luxury interior, the 108 is the product of contemporary and classic design approach, resulting in a timeless profile...
85-meter "BOLD" Launches At SilverYachts
The widely anticipated launching of SilverYacht's largest build to date happened. We are talking about none other than than the 85-meter "BOLD". Does that name sound familiar to you? Probably not only because SilverYachts referred to this vessel as 'SilverLoft' while it was under construction but BOLD is the final name as can be seen in these photos by SilverYachts...
80-meter "Excellence" Launches At Abeking & Rasmussen
Over the weekend, German custom superyacht builder Abeking & Rasmussen launched their latest superyacht. Since the vessel started construction, the design has been on the watch-list of everyone in the industry simply because it is different from the main lot of yachts being completed. She was built as hull 6505 and sometimes referred to as Project 'Intensity'. One of the more distinguishing features of this vessel is its reverse bow. We have not seen a complete reverse bow (on large builds) perhaps since M/Y "A" and M/Y "Predator"...
32-meter "Jangada 2" Launches At Van der Valk
To top their innovative BeachClub 600 launch recently Van der Valk just launched the 32-meter "Jangada 2" from their building hall. This is their fifth vessel in their custom Raised Pilot House series and at 32-meters is the largest of all five. The other four were the 27.21-meter "The Next Episode", 24.99-meter "Jangada", the 26-meter "Forum"and the 26-meter "Nicostasia". As you can tell Jangada 2 has been built for a repeat client of the yard. Van der Valk says that you can actually build the custom Raised Pilot House yacht with them up to 40-meters so there is still room for you to go even larger than Jangada 2...
F50 Launched By Princess Yachts
The latest model to be added to Princess Yacht's F-Line is the F50 and the first unit in the new model has been launched. It is the typical flybridge yacht with a secondary helm station. Additionally there is a U-shaped seating area on the port side and to aft a large sofa and table. The main deck of course combines a blend of the salon and dining/cooking space with the main navigation station up front. The lower deck is where the accommodation is located...
CCN Launches 31.2-meter Yacht "Vanadis"
Italian yard CCN has launched their newest and latest luxury yacht. The 31.2-meter vessel is part of what they call the Fuoriserie custom line of yachts. Her name is "Vanadis" and she was launched into the water in the presence of her European owner. Based on the flags present at the ceremony we can assume the owner hails probably from Germany...
Inside The Mazu 82
Turkish builder Mazu Yachts has the Mazu 82 under construction and now it is time to give an idea as to how the interior is going to materialize. The interior design is by Tanju Özelgin, a Turkish designer and follows a modern contemporary look. Clean lines give way to a neutral to darker colour palette. The exterior on the other hand is by Halit Yukay. The yacht is expected to be launched by end of Summer 2019...
24-meter Phantom Model By Van der Heijden
Dutch builder Van der Heijden launched their latest planing yacht in the new Phantom series. This one is 24-meters or around 79-feet. This yard typically builds yachts 12-meters to 32-meters. Their performance line is usually built in aluminum and the longer range offerings in steel. As for the Phantom 24-meter model this one definitely ticks the performance box and is powered by a pair of MAN V8 1200 horse power engines which allow for a top speed in the region of 34-knots...
Build Starts On Rosetti RSY 38 EXP
The first yacht for Rosetti Superyachts is underway and it will take the form of an explorer type yacht with superyacht styling. It is called the RSY 38 Explorer and the keel has already been laid and the traditional coin welded into the bottom of the keel for good luck. They will recover the coin once construction is completed and perhaps the owner will have the memento. There isn't alot of information on the build as it is only in its early stages of build...
47.5-meter "Lilium" Launched At Bilgin Yachts
Turkish builder Bilgin Yachts has launched their latest yacht into the water. Her name "Lilium" and if she looks familiar it is because you have seen this design before on a previous Bilgin Yachts build. Lilium is the sistership to the yacht now called "Starburst III" (formerly "Nerissa"). The design of Lilium is by Unique Yacht Design while the interior was done in-house by the yard...
15 Years of Rogues!
We started a thread about ugly boats back in 2005. Since then, the thread has enjoyed hundreds of contributions to our collection of derelict, disproportionate, ill-designed yachts that aren't so easy on the eyes. We call them 'Rogues' and in most cases, that's the wave they should be hit with! Grab a cup of coffee and maybe some liquor too...
'Inveni'; First Yacht By Sichterman Yachts
The first yacht from Sichterman Yachts has been launched, formalizing the company's entry into the yacht business. It is called 'Inveni', an 18-meter (58-foot) motoryacht with a design by Cor D. Rover and Naval Architecture by Van Oossanen Naval Architects.
As a result of Van Oossanen working on this design the yacht has a Hull Vane and a Fast Displacement Hull Form (FDHF)...
Horizon Delivers Second FD77
Taiwanese yard Horizon Yachts has announced the delivery of the second unit in the FD77 line. The yacht has been delivered to Australia and even though it is the second yacht in the FD77 line it is the first Skyline edition of the FD77 and also the first delivered to Australia...
88.38-meter Hull 816 Enters Final Phase Of Construction
Feadship has moved their latest yacht into the finishing hall at their new facilities in Amsterdam. The 88.38-meter Hull 816 was moved yesterday and had its superstructure fitted before being towed into the covered facilities where she will remain until her launch and completion in 2021. The design of Hull 816 is reminiscent of another Feadship, the "Savannah"...
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