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Miami International Boat Show Debut For OA 28E
Ocean Alexander debuted the 28E (Explorer) to the world at the Sanctuary Cove Show in Australia back in May 2022. It probably could have made its debut earlier than that but the first hull was lost when it was supposed to debut in 2021. The second hull is what debuted at Sanctuary Cove and the third hull made its debut at FLIBS 2022. The latest hull is now expected to make its debut at the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show next month...
105-meter Superyacht '1050H' Launches At Oceanco
Today, Dutch superyacht builder Oceanco launched their latest superyacht. Creating a spectacle with an accompaniment of modern lighting, it was a fitting way to showcase their newest creation, or more descriptively... re-creation! That re-creation is so far named '1050H'. "It displays a modern exterior aesthetic and a completely new superstructure, alongside a fresh interior by Reymond Langton Design", said Oceanco's CEO Marcel Onkenhout. Of course 1050H is just the code name but the final name will be revealed as "H"...
KRC Yachting To Build 43-meter Project 'Orca'
Another ready-to-be-built explorer-type model has been unveiled. It is coming from Turkey where KRC Yachting has their shipyard and will be building the vessel once a contract is signed. They have collaborated with an Italian designer, Italstyle Yacht Design to bring the luxury elements and style needed to make this explorer feel not only comfortable but stately on the seas. The newly proposed vessel named 'Orca' will be close to 43-meters in length...
Third AvA Yachts Kando 110 Hull Sold
AvA Yachts has now sold the third hull in their Kando 110 series. The series has been made popular mainly because of the ownership and widely publicized nature of the second hull christened as "Infinity Nine" and completed in 2022. The first hull is called "Lady Caroline" and was completed in 2019. The third hull is expected to be completed in 2024 with the keel to be laid very shortly since the sale was acquired...
30-meter 'Defender' design By Vripack For Alia Yachts
Vripack has designed a robust 30-meter motor yacht called 'Defender' with a nod in the direction of a comfortable explorer. The design fits in the 100-foot size bracket that many new and seasoned yacht owners prefer for exploration. Onboard the vessel is envisioned to offer owner and guests 220 GT. The interior spaces are on two decks - lower and main- while the uppermost deck is open air functioning as a sun deck. Space is devoted more to family and guests more so than toy and tender storage...
Massive Project 6507 At Abeking & Rasmussen Launched
Project 6507 under construction by German yard Abeking & Rasmussen rolled into the light of day over the weekend. Although launched towards the end of 2022 this yacht naturally won't be ready for delivery until next year. Stretching 118.2-meters in length the vessel has alot of traditional and classic features to its design. Naval Architecture was completed by the yard themselves while the exterior design was the responsibility of Joseph Dirand. The interior too is by this designer...
Glimpse Hull 1 Of The Archipelago 47 Model
Archipelago Yachts first hull in their Archipelago range of vessels is completed and has taken to sea. The yard describes this vessel as an ocean-capable cat with a 3,000 nautical mile range when needed. It prides itself on being able to bridge the gap between performance, range and luxury accommodation in a compact form factor. Even though the vessel measures in at under 50-feet, there is decent space onboard thanks to its catamaran hulled platform...
78-meter New Build "O'Rea"
Golden Yachts is presently working on a new build. The vessel in focus is a 78-meter superyacht that will be called "O'Rea". The design of this one is a bit different from what you usually get from this builder but it does feature elements from some familiar names. The exterior is Studio Vafiadis while the interior is a collaboration between Vafiadis and Massari. The design is representing perhaps the start of a new direction for Golden Yachts. After all we saw Golden Yachts 88-meter "Project X" which also represented a different look from this yard...
Next DS Model From Mazu: 112 DS
Something new has emerged from Mazu Yachts, a 34-meter (112 DS) variant from their DS range. The company already teased about the design earlier this year but now the full renders and final design are available. At 34-meters this will make the variant the flagship of this particular series. This new yacht is an elevation of the 92 DS offering more space for customers to enjoy. The exterior is one that was drawn from the boards of Red Yacht Design. In fact, both exterior and interior were handled by this design firm...
Nordhavn Splashes First N625
The first hull in the new Noradhavn 625 model has been launched by the builder. The yacht is now in the water and will undergo initial testing in the test tank at the yard's South Coast factory. "She’s fairly complete," said Project Manager Mike Jensen. There are just a few things left to be done before the yacht engages in actual sea trials...
A Look Around The Interior Of The Second Bilgin 163
In recent times, Bilgin Yachts has been pushing out builds on the larger end of their offering spectrum like the two 80-meter "Tatiana" and "Leona". However, the yard does have smaller vessels in build that include the second hull of their 50-meter or 163 model. It is under construction at the yard as NB 81 and features an exterior by Unique Yacht Design as well as an interior by the Hot Lab studio. In fact, renderings have recently been released showcasing what can be expected with the interior décor and ethos...
New Build VF101 By VisionF Sold
VisionF debuted the 80 Black Edition power catamaran at the Cannes Yachting Festival in early September. The Turkish company received alot of interest from that model at the show. Now there is news that the builder has received an order from a customer for the first VF 101 power catamaran. The 101 is a bit bigger than the 80 and naturally is going to be more voluminous offering more deck-space and interior space...
30-meter Performance Cruiser "Bella" Delivered
A 30-meter Performance Cruising sailing yacht has recently been completed and delivered to her owner. The yacht was built by a yard called YYachts and has been christened as "Bella". While the yacht evokes a luxury feeling onboard via its minimal contemporary décor and design the vessel is very much a performance-oriented yacht. In fact, the yachts construction was made out of carbon fiber just to enhance her performance capabilities...
Second Ocean Eco Power Cat Sold
ALVA Yachts is a German based yard that builds its yachts in Antalya, Turkey and their Ocean Eco Power catamarans are now starting to resonate with the market. Recent news coming out of this yard is that the second 28-meter hull has been sold. The first one, is sold and expected to be completed in 2023 as it is in the outfitting stage. The second hull is expected to complete towards the end of 2024. The Ocean Eco Power Catamarans come in two variants, an enclosed 'explorer'-style flybridge and the other has an open flybridge only covered by the hard top...
Social Media Segment on 60 Minutes
In response to the 60 Minutes segment that aired Sunday about Social Media, it's important to recognize that not all social media platforms are designed to stoke the flames of division to increase engagement. Internet forums are the original social media and continue to thrive by bringing people together with a common interest. Pop social media platforms were originally propagated by youngsters seeking acceptance and popularity. This gave rise to Influencers...
Magnolia Yachts Complete 24-meter "Magnolia 1"
The 24-meter "Magnolia 1" trawler-like, gentleman's styled yacht has now been delivered to its owner. Back in July, YF wrote an article on her as she was launched two months prior, around May or so. The yard, Magnolia Yachts have completed her and we can now show actual photos of the yacht's interior. Before renderings were only available...
Nordhavn 9618 On The Move Before Delivery
The latest Nordhavn N96 (HULL 18) is on the move, well actually it is being moved as it's currently being shipped on a freighter to arrive in Dana Point thereafter commissioned for the new owner. There was also an additional unit, a Nordhavn N475#46 to go on the same shipping vessel...
"Ukeil" Delivered By Aegean Yacht
A 26-meter yacht from the Aegean Explorer series has been delivered to its owner. The vessel is the first hull in the 26-meter series and kicks off this particular line of yachts from this Turkey-based yard. A second hull in the line is currently under construction and is expected to be delivered in the second-half of 2023. The design of the first hull is actually done in-house by the yard. Construction of the explorer-category vessel is in steel for the hull and aluminum for the superstructure...
Second 45-meter C144S Moves To Outfitting
The second Conrad Yachts 45-meter yacht has advanced to the outfitting stages of construction. It has been sold being completed for a French client wo should take delivery in 2023. The 45-meter is part of the C144S model from Conrad Yachts with the class leader - named "ACE"- already completed this year...
35 Puro Revealed By Ocean Alexander
Taiwanese builder Ocean Alexander has revealed a new model they have named the 35 Puro. This is something new while still building at the same size of their current OA 35 Revolution model. The first hull is already under construction and the styling by Giorgio M Cassetta points the design towards a European aesthethic. The model name 'Puro' suggests this as it is Italian to convey 'the essence of all things that are pure'...
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