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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...

Hakvoort delivers 39.7-meter motoryacht "Apostrophe"​

Dutch yard Hakvoort now has completed the 39.7-meter motoryacht "Apostrophe". Custom-built in every respect, Apostrophe features an elegant exterior profile from the boards of Reymond Langton Design Ltd., which was also responsible for the contemporary Art Deco interior. With naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design, the owner was determined to build the finest Hakvoort to date, Apostrophe is a testimony to how magnificent things can be achieved when people truly cooperate together.

Built as YN 247 at the yard, Apostrophe features a full-beam master stateroom and owner’s study on the main deck. Eight guests will enjoy first class accommodation in four cabins, with dedicated quarters for the captain and four crew members. There will be a special garage for the tender in the lazarette, which will be located just aft of the engine room...

Vitters delivers 33.4-meter carbon sloop "Inouï"​

Dutch yard Vitters has successfully completed and handed over "Inouï", the 33.4-meter carbon sloop to her owners. Delivery happened right after she was formally christened at the Maritime Museum in the heart of Amsterdam. She features a bold and vivid green hull color that really stands out.

Inouï was been designed by Philippe Briand and Naval Architecture was also completed by them. The interior was fleshed out by famed London-based design firm Andrew Winch Design. Inouï is the fourth carbon composite super yacht built at Vitters. The hull and superstructure were constructed at their subsidiary company Green Marine in Hythe, United Kingdom...

AB launches their latest AB140 express yacht​

The latest and newest AB140 express yacht has been successfully launched by the FIPA Group shipyard in Marina di Carrara. The use of advanced composites such as kevlar and carbon fiber, the application of structural bonding agents derived from the aerospace industry and the use of lightweight materials are just a few innovations introduced by AB Yachts.

The interior design of this new AB140 is both bright and sophisticated, giving all aboard a modern, comfortable and upscale atmosphere to be in. Large windows, combined with light oak wood, and white leather, add to the light airy interior. She is a top-of-the-line express yacht powered by 3 MTU engines that produce 2600hp each and are linked to 3 MJP waterjets. It all means that this new AB140 has the potential to hit a top speed of 46-knots...

Lurssen launches 85.10-meter superyacht "Solandge"​

German custom superyacht manufacturer Lurssen just launched their latest custom-built superyacht, formerly known as Project 'Niki'. The 85.10-meter superyacht now bears the name "Solandge" and is beautifully finished in dark flag-blue, white and black through the external structure creating a harmonious and balance appearance.

Solandge bears Espen Oeino Design on the exterior while a collaboration, Rodriguez Interiors and Dolker&Voges formulated the interior to the owner's wishes. Boasting extraordinary volumes, the interior designer of project Niki, Aileen Rodriguez, explains what enhances her luxurious style, “The interior has Classical touches with a contemporary back drop, making it a transitional Interior.

The unique mix of rare and striking materials gives the yacht its ultimate look and luxurious style...

Cheoy Lee launches Alpha 87-foot Express Yacht​

Cheoy Lee has launched the first Alpha 87-foot Express Yacht. If you are wondering, this is actually a new model because Cheoy Lee have launched two yachts in the 76-foot range but in Sports and Flybridge versions. This one is a lot larger and an Express model. The new yacht has Naval Architecture and Design by Michael Peters Yacht Design.

Luiz de Basto is responsible for the contemporary interior design and is expected to be able to sleep eight guests inside four cabins inclusive of a full-beam master stateroom. Her international debut will be at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) in October. Now that she has been launched, sea trials are expected to commence soon and completion anticipated for Summer...

Sunseeker 101' Sport Yacht line under construction​

The first hull of the Sunseeker 101' series has already completed the initial stage of production and has been removed from her mould at the Sunseeker International moulding facility in Portland Dorset UK, in preparation for the fitting of all the internal bulkheads and engine mounts...

ISA sells first ISA 140 hybrid megayacht​

Good news comes out of Italy with ISA selling an ISA 140 hybrid megayacht. The landmark yacht is designed by Andrea Vallicelli with an interior by Nuvolari-Lenard and will be able to sleep ten guests in five cabins. It's not surprising that the ISA 140 resembles the successful ISA 120 series and using this to build upon in improvements. She is being constructed using a single mould making her the largest composite hull made by the Italian yard.

Looking closer at the hybrid aspect of this new order with Siemens melding the conventional and electric engines. The conventional aspect of the yacht will be powered by diesel engines -pretty much as normal- linked with waterjets providing a top-end speed of 32-knots and a cruising speed in the region of 26-knots...

New Cantiere delle March Darwin 86' Explorer​

A new contract has been signed for a new Darwin-class 86-foot Explorer yacht from Cantiere delle March. The latest Darwin 86 is designed, like the others, by Sergio Cutulo of Hydro Tec. Pierluigi Floris is responsible for the interior of the new Darwin 86 and will feature a modern contemporary interior based around many of the owners art pieces...

Palmer Johnson delivers PJ210 superyacht "Lady M"​

American yard Palmer Johnson has completed the PJ210 launched back in May. Christened as "Lady M" the new superyacht has left the yard and is currently making her way to Summer cruising ground having crossed the Atlantic.

Just as a reminder, Lady M is the first completed yacht in the PJ210 series and represents the largest superyacht built so far for Palmer Johnson. Built under project name 'Stimulus' she has a design in and out by Nuvolari-Lenard. Lady M's engine room hosts a pair of MTU 16V 4000 M93L engines that can push this 65-meter yacht to 28-knots. Accommodation for twelve guests in six suites exist. There is a master stateroom on the forward main deck, three doubles and two twins on the lower deck...