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New Horizon RP110 Nearing Completion
Taiwan-based yacht manufacturer Horizon Yachts is presently working on completing another RP110 model. In fact the yacht is nearing completion and is expected to be done in a couple months. This is now the fourth unit in the RP110 model for Horizon Yachts. This yacht will be able to run at a top speed of 20-knots thanks to her CAT C32 ACERT marine diesels rated at around 1,800 horsepower each. Fast cruising speed is set at 18-knots with the powerplants consuming from her 21,000 LT capacity fuel tanks...
Azimut S7 In Carbon Fiber Revealed
Azimut recently revealed a new model to the world. The Azimut S7 is a 21-meter express yacht that will either come in Sport-Fly of Coupe versions. The S7 is using carbon fiber in the construction particularly in the superstructure. Stefano Righini is responsible for the exterior design while the interior is the work of Francesco Guida...
In Build Bering 65 On Track For May Launch
This month Bering Yachts updated on the construction process on their latest Bering 65 trawler yacht. The yacht is progressing nicely and the yard says that she should be ready for launch by May. Bering said they have been fairing the yacht for the last few months providing a superb foundation for the spraying of the top final paint coats...
Pershing Introduces Refreshed 82 VHP
Sometimes all that is needed is a refresh and a makeover. Ferretti Group brand Pershing has announced that they have given their 82-foot coupe model a makeover thanks to Fulvio di Simoni. The interior of the craft has been totally re-imagined and redone. Refinements made and the style factor raised, this craft will appeal to even those who do not fancy the blistering performance of this type of craft...
Heesen 55-meter Project 'Alida' Gains Owner
Dutch yacht manufacturer Heesen is presently working on the 55-meter Project 'Alida'. News is that she was recently sold as announced on the first day of the Palm Beach International Boat Show (PIBS). Distinctive vertical windows on the forward main deck make a statement along with the general use of glass particularly on the upper deck. That upperdeck which houses the sky lounge is wrapped beautifully with glass in the majority aiding outward views from that space...
As130 Motoryacht Launches At Al Shaali Marine
UAE-based Al Shaali Marine recently launched their latest yacht and also their flagship. The As130 is a 38-meter GRP-made yacht that rises three decks above the water. Al Shaali Marine has been in existence for a very long time but they came into the 'big boat' sector more than 15 years ago...
4th Millennium 80HT "Mystere" Launched By Otam
The latest hull in the Millennium 80HT line has been launched by Otam. She is grey and white and showcases the name "Mystere" from her transom. The Millennium 80 line is a performance segment with the 80HT expected to give great offshore power. Thanks to a pair of powerful MTU 16V 2000 M94s onboard she can run to a top-speed just shy of the 50-knot range. These diesel engines are connected to dual Arneson surface drives...
New Outer Reef 860 DeluxeBridge In Build
American yard Outer Reef is presently working on the latest 860 DeluxeBridge at its factory in Taiwan. The hull of the craft recently was released from it's mould which is a major step in the construction process. This particular yacht is being built for a repeat customer. They expect to take delivery of this new sub-100-footer next year. The traditional looking vessel is expected to be a bit more spacious than the regular 860...
27-meter "Anemeli" Nears Completion At Van der Valk
One of the yachts under construction at Van der Valk Yachts in the Netherlands is the 27-meter "Anemeli" to which the company has said is nearing completion. They said the yacht should be completed in a few months time. The photos below showcase the craft moving around the yard. It also shows that they have already started to spray the hull in a Alexseal metallic Silver finish. Their skilled craftsmen are now putting the finishing touches to the last remaining elements...
Niniette 66 By Palmer Johnson; Bugatti
A collaboration between Palmer Johnson and exotic supercar manufacturer Bugatti has resulted in a line a fast superboats between 55 and 88-feet long. The boat we are focusing on is the Niniette 66 which is based off Bugatti's Chiron supercar. Carbon fiber plays a large part in the construction of this craft not only giving the vessel a high-end look but pays homage to Bugatti's material of choice in many of their supercars. Palmer Johnson too has some light experience utilizing this high-end material in their 48-meter SuperSport Series...
74-meter "Aurora" Hits The Water At Lurssen
German custom superyacht manufacturer Lurssen splashed their latest yacht over the weekend. This time around there is no secret in knowing the name of this yacht. The nameplates showcase the yacht's final name as "Aurora". This is the same yacht that was known to the world as Project 'Thor' but interestingly if you have a look at the earlier renderings for Thor it is easy to see that many changes were made during construction...
34.5-meter "Letani" Launched By Feadship
Dutch yard Feadship launched the fourth unit in the so-called 'Lagoon' series back in January. The yacht is now conducting her sea trials ahead of its delivery. The craft was recently spotted departing Amsterdam to conduct her first round of sea trials in these photos below by Dutch Yachting. This yacht was built as hull 698 and is the fourth to date. The yard also has another 'Lagoon' cruiser at the facilities, the fifth hull...
Riva 50-meter Superyacht Under Construction
Veteran Italian yacht builder Riva Yachts is presently working on their first 50-meter superyacht. The yacht is under construction at their yard in Ancona. Remember back in 2014 the yard launched its first true superyacht standard vessel with the 37-meter "Sol". When this 50-meter build is completed it will assume the new flagship status for the yard...
Crescent 145-foot "Muchos Mas" Delivered
Crescent Yachts have delivered their latest motor yacht. The yacht which was called the Crescent 145 under construction has her final name, "Muchos Mas". This yacht is designed both on the exterior and interior by Jonathan Quinn Barnett (JQB). Rgw 44.2-meter hull is made from GRP materials while the superstructure is of composite materials. Naval Architecture was done by Jack Sarin...
Horizon Sells CC115 To Mexican Customer
Taiwanese base company Horizon Yachts has sold a CC115 to a customer from Mexico. The customer wants a yacht that is custom-tailored to his needs and his large family. To have the features the owner wants, they are working closely with the Horizon shipyard and designer Cor D Rover...
Heesen Unveil 50-meter 'Maia'
The newest Heesen project emerges to the light. It is a 50-meter hull that is called 'Maia', named after a celestial body. The three-deck design is by Clifford Den with an interior by Reymond Langton. It is a full displacement 50-meter hull that is presently under construction at Heesen's Oss yard facilities. According to the renderings, the yacht will be finished in the traditional all-white...
First Ferretti 920 Coming In September
The first hull in the new Ferretti 920 series is expected to debut in September. The 93-footer is the second new model from Ferretti to come to market for 2017. The 920 will be the larger of the two models to debut this year with the other being the Ferretti 780. Some options come with the new 920 especially in the area of power. In fact, there are three MTU engine options and because of that one can expect high cruising speeds to be anywhere between 23 to 26-knots dependent on which engine package is utilized of course. The standard engine configuration will be twin 12V 2000 M96L 1948 Mhp engines...
Hot Lab 63-meter Concept 'Aouda' For Sarp Yachts
Design Firm Hot Lab recently unveiled a 63-meter concept for Turkish builders Sarp Yachts. The design is a full displacement yacht called 'Aouda'. The yacht isn't just for spin and to garner conversation but it can be built with 28-months construction time being suggested. Construction would be using a steel hull and aluminium superstructure to LY3 and ABS standards. Power will come by a pair of CAT 3512C marine diesels each with around 1,500 horsepower rating. Top speed should be in the region of 16.5-knots with a range of 4,000 nautical miles at 12-knots...
120-meter Superyacht 'Amara' Unveiled By OceAnco
Dutch custom superyacht builder OceAnco unveiled their latest design today at the ongoing Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS). The design is called 'Amara' and is a 120-meter ‘resort-style’ private yacht designed for extended families to enjoy. Speaking of the design, it was penned by Sam Sorgiovani Design and is packed with exciting features all over. “In designing the exterior lines of Amara, I wanted to portray a very strong and muscular form that was progressive in design but with a timeless appeal,” says Sorgiovanni. Its long bow accentuates the vessel’s generous proportions...
Hatteras 90 Motor Yacht Coming This Summer
American yacht builder Hatteras Yachts unveiled the Hatteras 90 Motoryacht at the 2015 For Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS). Since then, the company has been working on building it! This Summer the first hull is expected to hit the water. The yacht will be available to clients in either enclosed or open flybridge variants. Hatteras may be known for their sportfish yacht offerings but they do build motoryachts up to around 100-feet LOA and the Hatt 90 is one of the new offerings in that semi-custom bracket...
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