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Raffles Yacht Building 90 Meter Superyacht "Illusion"​

Raffles Yacht in China started construction on a large project with LOA of 90 meters. The superyacht has a design by Rainsford Mann Design which takes inspiration and design cues from Rolls Royce vehicles. The interior of the "Illusion", is designed by the same RMD firm.

Top speed is anticipated to be 20-knots using a pair of Rolls Royce Diesel engines. Accommodation will be provided for fourteen guests and up to twenty-seven crew members. Completion of the new 90-meter superyacht is slated for 2014...

Codecasa launches 51-meter "Aldabra" superyacht​

Hull number 116 was recently launched (September 24) from the facilities at Codecasa. She is a 51 meter Italian superyacht christened as "Aldabra". 9.50 meters is her overall beam with a maximum draught in the region of 3.50 meters. The hull is built in steel while the superstructure is in aluminum.

The 565-tonne yacht is powered by a pair of Caterpillar 3516B (2447 Hp @ 1.600 RPM) engines. Top speed is expected to be 17.5 knots in light displacement conditions with the engine package stated above. The range on Aldabra travelling at 13-knots is 4,000 nautical miles, trans-Atlantic distance.

Accommodation is in five guest cabins and the owner's suite which round out the sleeping berths for twelve guests. For the crew there is a Captain's cabin, Chief Engineer's cabin and three crew cabins with twin bunks. Sea trials are expected to start soon....

Otam Millennium 100 sportyacht​

Another sleek and fast design has appeared from Otam Yachts. She is dubbed the 'Millennium 100' and was unveiled at the recently concluded 2011 edition of the Monaco Yacht Show (MYS).

Speeds for the new design are fast either way you view it. Depending on the engine package, the speed is likely to be above 50-knots. The hull has been designed to accept with two or three MTU engines which will enable the Otam Millennium 100 to reach the coveted 50-knot barrier. Three 2,600 Horse Power engines will take her to approximately 53-knots while two of the same power, 45-knots.

The sleek vessel's design allows walking access all around the exterior of the main deck with stops either at the bow or the stern where padded seating awaits. The yacht is bound to be aerodynamically efficient with the slender profile and curves drawn out...

Cantiere Delle Marche 95-foot Explorer​

Cantiere Delle Marche has been bathing in the success of its Darwin class and line of yachts. Having already built three 86-foot explorers the latest is actually a bit larger. The new vessel is the result of a successful signing of a new contract, of course for a 95-foot explorer.

The Darwin Class 95-foot yacht is designed by Hydro Tec. The new vessel takes the successes in design from the 86-footer and puts them on a larger platform. Accommodation is for eight (plus two) in four cabins, three crew plus one in two cabins.

Her engine package is likely going to be 2 X CAT C-18 440 kW at 1800 RPM. Maximum speed is around 13-knots with an economical cruising speed of 10-knots gives a range of nearly 6,000 nautical miles.

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Cantiere delle Marche
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Azimut debuts the Grande 120SL model​

Azimut yachts have now officially debuted and presented the long-awaited 120SL model. This occured at the recently held Cannes Boat Show. The 'SL' represents Sport Luxury and is now the first yacht in the Grande 120SL series.

She has a grey hull instead of the 'Azimut Red' as suggested by many renderings, the white superstructure remains. Stefano Righini worked on the concept of the design while the ultra-sumptuous interior was done Carlo Galeazzi.

The interior is washed in light earthy colours contrasted by darker woods. The light materials are complemented by wealth of daylight flooding the interior through the large size windows and the large skylight. On the performance side, 35-knots is likely the top speed with 3 x MTU 16V 2000 M93 engines connected to two Rolls–Royce KaMeWa waterjets and a KaMeWa central booster.

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Azimut Yachts
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Abeking & Rasmussen launches 61-meter "Excellence V" ​

The latest superyacht in the "Excellence" name brand has been launched for a very well-known repeat client. Abeking & Rasmussen recently launched the 61-meter "Excellence V" from their shed in Germany and she is now in the water. Launching just a few weeks after the 78-meter "Amaryllis", she adds to the A&R new launch portfolio.

Excellence V has been a well anticipated build, mainly because of the legacy left behind by other yachts built with the name Excellence, therefore the suspense of what the latest creation would look like in reality was created indirectly.

Of course you would naturally wonder what happened with "Excellence IV", since there is an "Excellence III" and now an Excellence V...

Kingship Marine 75-meter "Artic Whale" Expedition​

Kingship Marine in China secured a new build contract for a 75-meter Expedition-style and function superyacht. The vessel is fully compliant to MCA LY2 with an ice strength/class hull. Not only long-range cruising will be possible but also in remote regions of the world.

Eva Cadio was chosen to design both the exterior and interior of the 75-meter Artic Whale. Some quick features onboard the Artic Whale include a swimming pool and jacuzzis, a heli-pad either fully certified and permanent or 'touch-and-go' and customizable interior. The interior will accommodate twelve guests in six ensuite cabins...

Hodgdon 40-meter megayacht​

A lot of attention fell in the direction of Hodgdon Yachts when they completed the Limo-tender to the OceAnco superyacht "Seven Seas". Since then, a concept for a much larger vessel, one in the 40-meter range, has been developed.

The design is sleek and stylish all along its 40-meter length. The design in itself is done by Micheal Peters Yacht Design. The unveiling took place last week at the just concluded Monaco Yacht Show (MYS). Accommodation for the 40-meter concept is for eight in a Master Stateroom, two VIPS and two Double Cabins.

Synopsis of many of the features onboard are; Main Deck features full beam owner’s cabin with large en suite head, private access to foredeck owner’s amenity deck with Jacuzzi and sun pad, galley, dining area, salon, guest lounge area with Jacuzzi and sun pad...

Abeking & Rasmussen launch 78-meter "Amaryllis"​

German superyacht builder Abeking & Rasmussen launched another 78-meter yacht over a month ago. She was simply then known by her build number 6492. However, since seatrials her name has been officially revealed as "Amaryllis".

Amaryllis is approximately the same length as her three sisters ("Eminence", "C2", "TITAN"), 78-meters. She bears similar general design but has individualistic detail variations.

The interior of Amaryllis was done by noted design firm Reymond Langton and details about the interior are scarce as requested by the owner. We do know that she has accommodation for twelve guests and twenty-two crew. Delivery is expected to be soon...

Vitters building 46-meter sailing sloop​

Another new luxury sailing yacht is in build at Dutch company Vitters shipyard. Project number 378 is a 46-meter sloop designed by Dubois Naval Architects.

Guest accommodation is set out in three cabins and the owner has a more-than spacious Master Stateroom. The design is very reminiscent of the "Lady B" and will have a sloop rig optimized for powerful sailing. She is also being built out of aluminum.

Special effort has been made to hide, and keep the deck clear of, protruding equipment to maximize the clean lines of the yacht and ease of travel around the boat. The new 46-meter yacht is for a repeat client and they are sure to be pleased with the final product of the design...

Dubois design 100M sailing sloop​

Well noted naval architecture and yacht design firm Dubois have designed an astounding 100M long super sailing sloop. Much talk has circled around this project yet few details are available. We do know that the Project is Dubois design number 380.

The explorer type sailing yacht will be of epic proportions and is still having its design fine-tuned. The design is reportedly for an existing and experienced client and is expected to be a platform with high-volume storage for both tenders, toys and other equipment.

She is a flybridge sailing yacht with a lot of room on the said flybridge. Her design will also accommodate a large centerboard that can extend her draft to 12.8-meters. The design is most interesting even if simply for her impressive size. A towering 125-meter mast will bring the rig together. We invite you to view the proposed design below.

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Ultra Luxum ; Coste Design unveil 48M trimaran sailing vessel​

One more time Jean-Jacques Coste is at the forefront of design and innovation with this amazing sail yacht ordered by luxury specialist company ULTRA LUXUM based in Monaco. Set up by Jean-François Ruchonnet, a worldwide acclaimed watch designer, the ULTRA CXX is 36m in length and features an innovative system reducing the total width allowing access in marinas like a normal monohull.

The yacht is fully built in sandwich carbon fiber for a light and resistant structure . The catch eye exterior styling is in accordance with the high level of performance, while the interior architecture enhances the huge volume with modern and elegant materials.

The vessel design displayed at the just concluded Monaco Yacht Show (MYS) was up to 48-meters. The large multi-hull yacht is envisioned to accommodate six guests in a Master stateroom and two guest suites all being ensuite...

Dubois Naval Architects design 45-meter megayacht​

Design number 379 at Dubois Naval Architects is for a 45-meter megayacht. The design is angular and edgy and features a more vertical bow than usual. Large dominant windows stud the hull allowing natural light to pour into personal spaces.

With a steel displacement hull, aluminium superstructure, and an efficient cruising speed of around 15 knots, this purposeful-looking 44.4-meter motor yacht features a fold-down bulwark balcony on the port side for the main-deck VIP cabin, four or five guest cabins down below - depending on the client’s final layout choices - and a large, side-loading tender garage. But most attention will be focused on her fully enclosed upper deck, which is entirely given over to a spectacular private owner’s suite. Her builder is yet to be finalised.

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Dubois Naval Architects Ltd...

Odyssey Yacht Design 52-meter "Veloce" superyacht​

The 52-meter "Veloce" is being called a new breed of yacht by the Odyssey Yacht Design firm. The design company is located in Australia and they are focused on producing dramatic styling, cutting edge technology that is designed around an ethos that promises efficient and environmentally conscious yachting.

The luxury yacht design is exceedingly sleek in nature and is presented in two colour options by the design firm. There is classic white as well as metallic pewter giving the design slightly different appeal.

The interior of the Veloce has elegant proportions that are both clean and classical. The colour palette leans more towards neutral tones and with the addition of vast areas of glass that accentuates the light feeling. On the outside, two jacuzzis are available, one on the bow and the other on the aft upper deck...

Front Street Shipyard unveils new sail yacht designs by S&S​

Front Street Shipyard is located in Belfast, Maine and they have new designs that have been unveiled. Sparkman and Stephens were responsible for the designs and are expected to be built in composite materials in the most modern techniques.

The yachts have traditional hull lines and trademark S&S sheers, invoking a classic aesthetic from yachting’s golden era. The construction will be of advanced composite materials using the most modern processes available, making the 118 and 130 powerful and pleasing vessels to sail. This collaboration between Front Street Shipyard and Sparkman & Stephens will be actively marketed to prospective buyers beginning this fall so that construction can commence as early as 2012.

The yachts’ long, graceful lines are paired with large, powerful sail plans on both the 118 and 130. The elegant deckhouse with generous windows dominates the profile...

Dixon Yacht Design; Ken Freivokh design 80M 'Mantis' sail yacht​

The design is for a ketch-rigged sailing yacht of 80-meters with collaborative work by Dixon Yacht Design and Ken Freivokh. Dixon Yacht Design worked on the overall concept and design of the vessel while Ken Freivokh ran ideas and penned the interior.

The large sailing yacht has three decks that are all connected via a central staircase. On the outside, every effort was made to conceal or hide features that would take away from the smooth and clean stem to stern lines. Features like life-rafts and winches are all hidden from view.

80-meter 'Mantis' has bulwarks with folding balconies that jettison on demand allowing better views from inside and extra relaxing space...

In Build; Nobiskrug 73-meter superyacht ​

Germany based yacht builder Nobiskrug has added another luxury yacht to their new-build portfolio. The new yacht was signed in 2011 for Nobiskrug with expected completion in 2013 according to schedule. The stylish displacement yacht has an LOA of around 73-meters. H2 Yacht Design are working on the interior of the new yacht and it is described as being New Hampton's in style.

The Nobiskrug 73-meter yacht will represent a big step-up for the repeat client/owner who now wishes for a luxury platform that is focused on...relaxed family cruising with a secure environment. Some quick feature expected to make way onboard the new yacht include...an intimate beach club in the transom as well as a substantial gym located on the sundeck for panoramic work outs.

With a length of 73-meters she will also have an overall beam of 12-meters...

Blohm & Voss unveils 88-meter superyacht concept "Ice"​

Does the yacht in the rendering below look familiar? It probably does because it may resemble that of the B+V "Palladium". It is no coincidence perhaps that Michael Leach is also behind the exterior styling of the 88-meter "Ice".

At the end of July YF alerted you to the intended showcasing of the yacht at the MYS. The revealing of the superyacht concept for the 88-meter Ice was made on the start of the Monaco Yacht Show (MYS) at Blohm & Voss' stand. The new concept is geared to be MCA compliant and with this is expected to accommodate twelve guests in six staterooms.

The concept was unveiled with a scale model of the proposed. Although the vessel is large (88-meters), she was developed to deal with MCA rules instead of SOLAS stipulations. The styling is individualistic however, the overall concept is based on the 96-meter Palladium...

Wider-Yachts present 150' project​

Wider-Yachts have come to the 2011 edition of the Monaco Yacht Show (MYS) with new design. After the buzz created by their transformational project, the Wider-Yachts 42-footer, a new and much larger project was envisioned.

The Wider-Yachts 150-footer is one of the latest steps forward for the company and it involves a 150-megayacht that looks little like the 42-foot yacht that brought so much attention to them. However, the company is keeping the concept of a 'wider' yacht in place with the 150-footer.

It is immediately apparent the ingenuity of the new project. On first glance the new design looks like the contemporary 150-foot megayacht. The aft end of the yacht seems to be the expanding area showing folding shell doors, opening transom, extending bathing platform all to create more room when needed. The wider concept is clear in operation in this proposal...

Feadship completes 45M "Helix" superyacht​

Feadship, one of the leaders in the superyacht industry, have completed another yacht in time for the end of Summer yacht shows. The 45-meter "Helix" is the fifth and latest in the F45 series of yachts built by Feadship. Her sisters include, "Space", "HARLE", "MadSummer" (ex. "TV") and "Gladiator". She (Helix) has been delivered and now takes place at the ongoing Monaco Yacht Show (MYS).

Built with a steel hull and an aluminum superstructure, the twin-screw diesel superyacht is a pure luxury pad. She is powered by twin 1055 horse power MTU brand engines. Helix was designed by De Voogt Naval Architects with an interior by Sinot Design. The interior of Helix itself is the first to offer the Nautical styling from Feadship.

Class for Helix Lloyds Register, +100A1, SSC, YACHT, MONO, G6, LMC, UMS, MCA Compliant...