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Pendennis launches 105' "Akalam" sailing yacht​

UK builder Pendennis launched a 105-foot sailing yacht over a month ago. The new yacht is the latest sloop rigged vessel to come from Pendennis and features a design lines by Barracuda Yacht Design. In build, she was referred to as the B105 but now after launch and nearing delivery, she has her final and finished name, "Akalam".

Akalam also just recently completed sea trials which takes her one step closer to delivery. She was scheduled to be handed over to her owner(s) just before Christmas 2010. She is a small yacht in stature but none-the-less an advanced yacht. The consideration for detail at each sector of design, build and finish helps make the B105 project successful thus far.

The Akalam interior by Javier Muñoz is enhanced by the utilization of expanses of glass in the enclosed cockpit area especially along the sides...

Burger Boat launches 43.30-meter "Lady Gayle Marie"​

American yacht builder Burger Boat launched its latest megayacht, hull #508, now christened as the new "Lady Gayle Marie". The new yacht is the successor to the smaller ex. "Lady Gayle Marie" also built by Burger Boat in 2002. The 43-meter yacht was designed by the in-house team at Burger Boat and features similar length to their previous delivery, the 43.30-meter "Sea Owl".

Lady Gayle Marie's interior has been fashioned by Andrew Winch Design with engineering by Vripack. The accommodations satisfy ten guests in five guest cabins, one master and four doubles.

Much like her smaller predecessor and namesake, she is finished in all-white and features the 'iconic' twin search lights located on port and starboard sides to the fore of the bridge. Lady Gayle Marie carries on the legacy and represents another success story for Burger Boat company...

100-meter long "Attessa IV" super yacht relaunched​

After a very long and extensive refit, the much talked about "Attessa IV" is now back in the water. She was recently sent to the water via slipway at the Vancouver based refit yard Washington Yachting Group. Since the miraculous transformation, the rebuilt yacht, hardly resembles anything of her previous incarnation as the "Evergreen".

Just over three-and-a-half years of constant refit and rebuild work completely changed her appearance. Attessa IV now resembles a larger version of her smaller sister the "Attessa III" -which coincidentally had a very lengthy refit of her own to transform her from her Feadship Aviva state to the present-.

The previously white and green Evergreen now bears a dark and deep blue hull with red bootline, white superstructure and silver-grey accents, similar to the paint scheme on the Attessa III...

Hakvoort completes 39-meter "SnowbirD"​

"SnowbirD" is a 39-meter luxury motor yacht, built by Dutch builder Hakvoort. She was completed in 2010 and was constructed under the project name "Pretty Woman". Since launching the Dutch yard has completed her and she is now christened as SnowbirD.

The interior of SnowbirD is by Michela Reverberi whilst the exterior styling is by Cor D Rover. "Her interior has a traditional modern style. The full-beam owner’s suite includes a stateroom with a king-size bed and large walk-in wardrobe, plus a study. There are four guest cabins on the lower deck, two double VIP cabins and two twin-bed guest room all with ensuite bathrooms.

The social areas on board of SnowbirD are no less equally impressive and include an open plan main lounge/dining area arrangement. The bridge deck lounge opens up onto a delightful aft area with built-in seating and tables, plus a teak dining table...

Cheoy Lee's Global 103-foot motor yacht​

Cheoy Lee adds another model to their Global series of motor yachts. The Global 103-foot model sits more or less between the 100 and 118 models they produce. The 103-foot is a project for now but should become a reality in the not too distant future. Her hull is based on the 100-foot models giving the assurance of expected performance and efficiency.

The Global 103' comes with two optional accommodation layouts. There is a four guest cabin arrangement in one instance and in the other, there is a twin normal cabin with a large VIP-type cabin for guests. Crew accommodation is situated near the stern aft of the engine room.

The Global 103 is expected to have CAT C32 Acert engines giving her an impressive 20 knot cruising speed. The Global 103' has been principally designed by MG Burvenich, who designed a number of other Cheoy Lee models. Cheoy Lee also helped in the design of the 103...

Pendennis launches 46-meter "Christopher"​

The 46-meter performance cruising ketch S/Y "Christopher" was launched into Falmouth waters this past weekend. Attended by over 400 Pendennis staff and friends as well as the owners, it was a fantastic celebration of all the hard work that has gone into this New Build project over the past 22 months. Designed by Ron Holland she is sure to provide a stunning spectacle at her first regatta, the St Barths Bucket in March 2011.

At the end of 2008 Pendennis announced the partnership with Ron Holland Design and Palm Beach Yachts International to build a new 46-meter performance cruising ketch. Three staterooms and a study will provide the owners and their guests with accommodation for up to twelve, with a further four cabins forward sleeping eight crew...

Fairline to unveil Squadron 58 model​

Fairline is expected to unveil their Squadron 58-foot model at the upcoming London International Boat Show in January 2011. The new model embodies the new design trends consistent with the revamped and refreshed models in Fairline's range.

The Squadron model was launched fifteen years ago in 1995 and the 58-footer ten years ago in 2000. Now a refreshed Squadron comes at the end of 2010 into 2011. Fairline is ensuring the appeal of their models remain alive by keeping them updated every decade, in the case of this particular model in their range.

"She draws on the best of the innovative, yet well proven design features of the very latest Squadrons - as well as their many sophisticated advances in marine engineering - to create what promises to be another classic. Her sleek, avant-garde design, ingenious use of space, craftsmanship and technological excellence will delight...

Alpine 122-meter by Chris Seymour Designs​

Having just opened a design studio, Christopher Seymour has started off big with a 122-meter superyacht design named “Alpine”. At just over 122m (122.55m/408ft), Alpine is designed to be able to take on most, if not all conditions with high sides, but still boasting a sleek sheer line and open flowing decks.

Situated on Deck One are the main dining, theatre, gym, library, and VIP suites. Above, Deck Two will be the owner or special guest suit, which will access to the main helicopter pad. Deck Two will also house a more exclusive dining area, with a lounge and bar situated on the back deck overlooking the main pool area.

Deck Three will host more living area, with lounges on the outside deck, a second helicopter pad, and the bridge. Deck Three will have further access to Deck Four, which is where another pool and sun chairs are situated. Under Deck One, will be the Main Deck...

Newcastle Marine launches 5500 yacht​

The widely anticipated Newcastle Marine 5500 (55-meter) has been launched. The trans-oceanic motor yacht represents Newcastle Marine's largest yacht to date, stretching about 180-feet long. The new launch is a custom built yacht boasting amenities fitting the owner's whims and fantasies.

The Murray & Associates penned design is expected to weigh in at just over 900 gross tonnes. They also were responsible for the Naval Architecture. The interior styling was fashioned by Claudette Bonville & Associates, Inc. The 55-meter yacht isn't just the largest for Newcastle Marine, she is one of the largest yachts launched in the US in over half a century...

Atollvic, Cognit Design showcase 30M sloop 'Anegada Cay'​

Atollvic Shipyard, based in Vigo, Spain, has partnered with Cognit Design, the design and engineering branch of the Totalmar Group on the design of an innovative new 30 meter sloop, "Anegada Cay". The Anegada Cay’s structural design has been carefully considered and the interior arrangements and equipment needed by the owner incorporated into early designs.

Several technical innovations were employed in order to fulfill the required use. For example, canting keels and retractable propellers – race course innovations – have been used on the Anegada Cay to dramatically increase the yacht’s performance. A ballast tank system has also allowed a reduction in draft to enable the vessel to moor up in sheltered anchorages, providing a benefit to the owner wanting to access cruising places only normally available to much smaller boats...

First Amels 212 LIMITED EDITIONS Launched Ahead of Schedule​

Emerging into the light is the first LIMITED EDITIONS AMELS 212, the largest yacht yet produced in the Dutch shipyard’s LIMITED EDITIONS series. With the yacht just weeks from completion and set for delivery well ahead of schedule, the beautiful lines of this 65.5m design are becoming clear to see. The sculpted, feminine form of the AMELS 212 demonstrates why Tim Heywood is in such high demand today, while Andrew Winch’s interior complements the Heywood exterior perfectly. She is planned to be displayed by AMELS at the 2011 Monaco Yacht Show.

At 1503 Gross Tons, this first AMELS 212 features two VIP cabins on the bridge deck, each with sliding-window access to a private balcony. A centrally-located glass elevator makes for easy and elegant access to all parts of the yacht, including the ‘wet feet’ bar on the sun deck and the large Beach Club located at the stern...

Christensen 162-foot "Remember When" Christened​

John Rosatti christened his new 162 megayacht "Remember When", built by Christensen Shipyards, at this year's Boys & Girls Clubs Rendezvous. The 23rd Annual three-day event hosted one of the largest gatherings of superyachts in the U.S. from Nov. 11-13, 2010 at the magnificent Rybovich Yacht Club in Palm Beach, FL..

The Christening of the M/Y Remember When, sponsored by Christensen Shipyards, began with a short ceremony on Thursday where Wanye Huizenga Jr. blessed the yacht with a story followed by a prayer. John’s children Angela, Crystal and Adam, then splashed the bow deck with Champagne. Concluding this memorable occasion was a spectacular display of Fireworks.

John Rosatti launched his newest megayacht earlier this year from the Christensen shipyard located in Vancouver, Washington...

Nordhavn Launches 63' Trawler​

Back in October, Nordhavn launched the first hull of the 63-foot model. Coming on to the end of October, construction was reportedly nearing it's end. "She’s scheduled to be shipped shortly after; final commissioning will take place at our Stuart, Florida office.

Project manager Mike Jensen, currently at the factory overseeing final details on the yacht, said he couldn’t be more thrilled with the final product: “She’s really a gorgeous looking yacht and I think will truly appeal to those buyers who yearn for the salty style of the original 46 and 62 Nordhavns but want all the features and modern touches of the newest generation of Nordhavns. I’m excited for people to see this boat.”

The 63 is powered by the John Deere 6081AFM w/M3 rating of 330 HP @ 2,300 rpm, which is keel cooled to enable a dry stack exhaust. The transmission is a ZF ZFW320 with a 4 to 1 reduction gear...

Proteksan & Turquoise building 50-meter project "Thunder"​

Turkey based yacht manufacturer Proteksan and Turquoise has another yacht to build. The successful sale came a few months ago and the new build has been given hull number 56 and project name "Thunder" by the shipyard.

The new yacht will be able to carry and sleep twelve guests comfortably in her staterooms and as many as twelve crew members to see after the guests and the day to day running of the yacht. Thunder has a beam of 9.30-meters and a maximum draught of 3.10-meters.

Thunder has a top speed of 15 knots provided by twin 820 horse power engines. A maximum continuous range of 4,500 nautical miles at 12 knots and approximately 3,000 nautical miles at 14 knots. This will all be possible by way of 76,690LT capacity fuel tanks.

For more information:

Proteksan & Turquoise
Mahir Iz Cad...

Cheoy Lee launches 90' "Serenity" Expedition​

The Serenity 90' Expedition from Cheoy Lee is a yacht of extremes. A big, burly, no nonsense exterior houses a vivacious, lighthearted interior designed for comfort. Comfort while in the arctic rafted up to an iceberg or comfort while exploring a steamy jungle river, the Serenity 90 Expedition is equally at home. Decades of Cheoy Lee experience in building offshore commercial vessels, ocean going tugs and world class motoryachts allowed for the creation of the Serenity 90' Expedition, a motoryacht ready for adventure in safety, style and comfort.

Recently launched, she embodies a design by Tom Fexas. Although launched in Hong Kong, she will be delivered formally in Australia as she was purchased from the Cheoy Lee Australia division. She will be completed and delivered in early 2011 to her owner(s)...

Abeking and Rasmussen 60-meter "Kaiser"​

"Kaiser" is the latest super yacht to be launched by German builder Abeking and Rasmussen. She is a sister ship to the 2009 launched "Elandess" (hull 6481). Kaiser is hull 6482 and features a design in and out by the same team that worked on the Elandess. Donald Starkey was involved in dealing with the exterior styling while Bannenberg and Rowell conceptualized the interior decoration.

Kaiser's launch occured after the final delivery of the 78-meter "TITAN", (which is the third yacht in Abeking's 78-meter series). She's equipped with twin CAT diesel engines that facilitate her greater than 4,000 nautical mile range. Like her sisterhip (Elandess), the engine package is expected to produce a top speed of 16 knots with cruising at 14 knots.

The nearly 1,100 tonne yacht was built with a steel hull and aluminum superstructure...

Cleverly designed 55-foot 'Paperboat'​

The Paper Boat concept is one that comes from a familiar site and pasttime for many children and even adults alike. The childhood memories of making paper boats and sail them on any area with a stream of water deep enough to host it could become a reality in yachting design. The Artax Studio has designed a concept for a 55-foot yacht that is based on the same paper boat.

The yacht literally looks like the paper version and hence is called 'Paper Boat'. The center of the boat features a glass structure in a pyramidal shape. Inside this structure, the social activities of the yacht is staged. There is a kitchen island in the center of the pyramid which houses sink, prep and cook area. Bar-styled seats line one side of the island, allowing an intimate experience for guests while a meal is prepared.

Three corners of the glass house are fitted with elegant seating...

Proteksan & Turquoise 60.20-meter "Yogi"​

Turkish yacht manufacturer Proteksan & Turquoise is well underway in finishing one of their next yachts. The 60.20-meter NB49 yacht is now known as "Yogi" and is expected to be launched and delivered in 2011. Yogi is also expected to join the fleet of charter yachts roaming the oceans once completed.

The 792 tonne yacht is being built to comply with the MCA (MCA ; LY2). Yogi has an impressive beam of just under 10-meters sure to provide ample space for lavish charter guests. The indoor and exterior space, personal and public remains abundant while giving guests the feel for utmost luxury in a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere.

Yogi is expected to be able to host up to twelve guests in six well-appointed cabins. Of the many exciting features on board Yogi one of the most notable is a large swimming pool located on her stern on the main deck...

Mulder 76-foot wheelhouse "Remo"​

The new and recently completed Mulder 76-foot wheelhouse called "Remo" is a gem for owners to cruise on year-round. In the Netherlands, the average motoryacht is used mainly during the summer months. Most Mulder owners, however, are not restricted to a specific ‘sailing season’. Decked out with lavish seasonal decorations, the recently delivered Mulder 76 Wheelhouse offers the ideal setting for a festive Christmas holiday.

The Mulder 76 Wheelhouse is a streamlined motoryacht with a round bilged steel hull, aluminum superstructure, large wheelhouse and partially covered aft deck. Her intelligent and inventive interior layout features an open connection between the wheelhouse and the lower saloon, giving the yacht an exceptionally spacious feel.

Remo even features room for a tender. The aft garage in the lazarette is just large enough to host a 12-foot long tender...