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German custom superyacht manufacturer Abeking & Rasmussen successfully completed and delivered their second largest superyacht -to date-, the 81.8-meter "Kibo". She is second to the slightly larger 82-meter "Secret". The large and graceful superyacht Kibo features design both inside and out by the well-known Terance Disdale Design. Delivery came in good time allowing the owners to utilize her for the Summer period. Kibo was launched back in early March 2014.

Kibo was built at Abeking & Rasmussen under hull ID 6497 and with her out of the way, the German superyacht yard can focus fully on the second 81-meter superyacht, presently known as hull 6498. She is expected to launch in 2014 as well. Kibo rises five decks above the waterline and features a reserved paint scheme, sand colour hull and white superstructure with silver-grey accents...

BurgerBoat presents 214-foot superyacht concept​

American yacht builder Burger Boat has been showcasing a number of new designs in recent times and none more capacious than this 214-foot superyacht design. The 65.4-meter superyacht spreads over three internal decks and an expansive sun deck. Naval Architecture and design is in-house Burger Boat in collaboration with Gregory C. Marshall. The same combination is also together on the interior design.

Accommodation appears to be for a maximum of twelve with the layout distinctly showing four doubles on the lower deck and a master suite forward on the main deck. This 65.4-meter Burger Boat concept boasts a rather large pool situated on the aft sun deck. There is wide open space for gym equipment on this deck along with a well-appointed open-air bar. A long hard-top ensures most of the sundeck remains covered. It is only the pool area to the aft that is left exposed to the sun...

OceAnco 110-meter HotLab-designed superyacht​

Dutch custom superyacht manufacturer OceAnco has a new design in collaboration with HotLab. The beauty this time is a 110-meter superyacht designed on an OceAnco hull-platform. The Naval Architecture is by OceAnco and BMT Nigel Gee while Hot Lab Design penned the exterior design. The interior design is yet to be determined. She boasts five decks above the waterline and a number of must-have superyacht features. Starting at the aft, the gently sloping and sleek transom area hosts a large swimming pool. That is on the aft main deck, a feature that is pretty-much common place onboard large superyachts. However, take the dual staircases leading down to the stern platform and a glassed-in transom becomes evident. Not only is it different, it houses a large whirlpool. The glass panels that surround the whirlpool are expected to slide but they keep the area nice and dry in any weather...

Mengi Yay 36.5-meter motoryacht under construction​

Turkish yard Mengi Yay is working on a couple projects at the moment and one of them is a 36.5-meter motoryacht made in composite/wood. The project, known as NB 89, is well underway in construction after being started back in Mid 2013. The semi-displacement yacht will be accommodating a minimum of ten guests in five cabins. The master suite forward on the main deck and four cabins on the lower deck exist. The master is characterized by 'gill-like' glazing on either side of the room, a feature that the owner surely will enjoy...

New CRN 74-meter superyacht contract signed​

Italian yacht builder CRN now has inked a contract for a new build 74-meter superyacht. The new yacht will have nice features that are sure to make living aboard both comfortable and entertaining. She will spread over five decks with plenty of exterior deck space. The sundeck alone will feature sunning spaces, shaded spaces under the radar mast, al-fresco dining and cooling off in the jucuzzi on the forward end of the deck.

On the lower deck to the aft there is going to be a sizable beachclub that guests will be able to use to relax or utilize as a platform to access the sea. Above that on the aft main deck, this 74-meter superyacht's main pool will exist. The long-range cruising superyacht is going to be over 1,500 GRT and provide high-volume to her new owner...

Benetti delivers 33-meter motoryacht "My Paradis"​

Italian yacht manufacturer Benetti has delivered the 33-meter motoryacht "My Paradis". She is the first vessel in a newly refreshed line of yachts from Benetti and bears exterior design by the well-noted Stefano Righini. She appears to have a five cabin layout with the ability to sleep as many as twelve. Four double cabins are on the lower deck while the owner enjoys the full-beam master suite situated one deck above on the main deck.

Special features aboard My Paradis include stabilization by CMC Marine using electrical fin stabilizers. There is a turkish bath onboard, a cool feature on a yacht of this size. The sundeck has a jacuzzi as well as a table to seat ten guests al-fresco. The designer ensured that views from inside are not as restricted as on previous models...

SanLorenzo launch four megayachts in two weeks​

Italian yacht builder SanLorenzo has been very busy especially with the launching of four yachts in the space of two weeks. Two of them are from the SL96 line, one from the SD112 and the other from the SD92 model. In order, the names of the yachts are "India" and "Peacemaker", "Noor" and "Aventus" (second SD112). The yachts will be delivered to clients on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean. India has been designed bespoke for her Italian owner. They decided on a refined interior decor that melds the use of two precious and prized woods. There is light-grey bleached oak that was used on flooring and walls applications and Canaletto walnut wood on the furniture mainly. The furniture itself are designer coming from Italian brands like Minotti, B&B, Maxalto, Flexform, Roda, and Paola Lenti...

JFA Yachts delivers "WindQuest", the first Long Island 85' ​

At the end of May 2014, JFA Yachts delivered "WindQuest", the 1st Long Island 85, a 85-foot catamaran. This fast cruising catamaran is the first of a semi-custom “Long Island” series. The hulls are aluminum-built while the deck is in composite material. They have been assembled by bonding. This method has been chosen with the naval architect Marc Lombard to save weight since aluminium hulls were used. This 85’ catamaran offers spaces and performs like a 100’-110’ monohull but with a reduced draft, allowing for more comfort and increased stability.

WindQuest is fitted with a carbon mast and boom. Hydraulic winches installed on the flybridge are well-suited to maneuvering with a reduced crew. This yacht is equipped with 2 x 380HP engines and 2 x 27kW generators...

Hessen sells 47-meter Project 'Margarita' megayacht​

She was built pretty much on spec up until nearly launch time, Heesen didn't have an owner for her. However, May 2014 changed that with the contract being inked on the 19th of that month. She is now the tenth yacht to be launched in the Heesen 47-meter series and the owner is said to be a...‘seafaring enthusiast who is looking forward to cruising with his family in great comfort and style’.

Even though Project 'Margarita' is a sister to the other 47-meter Heesen hulls she bears a few stylistic differences. Frank Laupman of Omega Architects has been responsible for the design, both inside and out. The long seamless window glazing on the forward main deck demarcates where the owner's suite and ensuite bathroom exists. Four cabins for guests are located on the lower deck and comprise of two double and two twin staterooms. Of course, all guest rooms onboard have ensuite bathrooms...

Tansu Yachts launch 37.9-meter megayacht "So'Mar"​

Tansu Yachts have launched their newest megayacht, the 37.9-meter "So'Mar". It is an interesting period for Tansu yachts with quite a few projects going on. This particular project was announced coming on to the end of 2012 along with another 38-meter project called 'Cutlass'. Cutlass is expected to launch in Spring 2015 while the 39-meter 'Alyssa' is geared to launch in July, 2014.

So'Mar presents an interesting design almost in an explorer military design. She can boast in the provision of accommodation for eight guests in four cabins. The master suite is located on the upper deck and really that whole deck is for the owner. It is interesting looking at the design how the bridge appears to be stuck halfway between the upper deck and the main deck. This is because it is designed in a raised pilot house manner creating a sort-of tween deck in that area...

Heesen delivers 50-meter superyacht "Monaco Wolf"​

Dutch luxury yacht builder Heesen has delivered the 50-meter superyacht "Monaco Wolf" to her owner. She was delivered in early June to the obvious delight of her owner. She endured a solid sea trial regime and passed with satisfactory results. Owner’s Representative Howard Lowe from Royale Oceanic commented: “During the first day of sea trials we had the chance to test the vessel in moderate weather conditions with wind force 3 / 4 and waves around 1 meter. We met all requirements and the yacht performed well. M/Y Monaco Wolf is now ready to be extensively used and enjoyed during the summer season in the Med.”

Monaco Wolf has been designed by the well-known Omega Architects. One of the special features on the exterior is reverse sheer ‘pelican beak’ bow. On the interior, the design is by Italian designer Francesco Paszkowski who creates sumptuous design concepts...

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...