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New XO Explorer Launched By XO Boats
Finnish yard XO Boats used the just concluded Boot Dusseldorf to unveil the XO Explorer. They just launched this boat this month and made its world debut at the show...
Latest M30 Delivered By Princess Yachts; Named "Princess Three"
UK builder Princess Yachts announced that it has handed over their latest M30 to its owner. The yacht reportedly bears the name "Princess Three" and represents the sixth unit of that class to be delivered. The M30 is the latest to be added to the Princess M-Class range. This 100-foot Raised Pilot House tri-decker is an spacious yacht that features bold lines that are now synonymous with the Princess M Class design. An owner of the M30 can fit up to five double ensuite cabins that include a main deck master suite. Directly below is a photo of Princess Three, followed by a render and sistership "Kohuba"...
Ferretti's 670 Officially Presented At Boot Dusseldorf 2018
You might have heard about the new upcoming Ferretti 670 but the yard used the 2018 edition of the Boot Dusseldorf in Germany to present the model to the world. This yacht, the first unit for this model was expected to start construction this month. It will be built in composite materials and become the natural successor to the yard's 650 (65-foot) model. You can expect the first unit to be ready by Summer 2018...
New Sportfisher Project From Yachting Developments Signed
New Zealand yard Yachting Developments is having a great time when it comes to sportfisher yachts. They just delivered the world's largest carbon-built sportfisher called "Lanakai" at an astounding near 40-meters with a design by Michael Peters Yacht Design (MPYD) and built as hull 1015. This new build has a design by Warwick Yacht Design and will be designated hull 1017 when construction starts later this quarter...
Baglietto Unveils New Custom 54-meter Superyacht
Italian builder Baglietto today unveiled a new 54-meter Custom superyacht that instantly looks a bit different from the average yacht they build. It is all in the plumb bow that has been utilized in the design. Close inspection of the design, the vessel still holds the strong Baglietto DNA we have become accustomed to from this yard. This yacht was actually signed late last year and now the yard has released the rendering directly below. The other two images showcase other 54-meter hulls of Baglietto for contrast and comparison...
62-meter Omega Designed Superyacht Sold At CRN
The latest superyacht contract for Italian yard CRN went under ink recently. It has design by the folks at Omega Architects and will be constructed with CRN build number 138. According to the yard, the LOA will be in the region of 62-meters with exterior by Omega and interior by Pulina DNA...
SW105 "Satisfaction" Delivered To Owners
The SW105 is a new mini-series from the South African yard and "Satisfaction" is the first hull in this series to have been delivered. She was built for an experienced owner who likes sailing so they purchased a high-performance sailboat. The yard announced the launching of this yacht back in October last year and now she is delivered and will make the long trek from South Africa to the Mediterranean...
PC Design Unveils 25-meter 'Italia'
This one is a concept for now but it looks cool and it's under 100-feet with all the parameters covered for it to actually convert into a real build. It is simply called 'Italia' and is designed by Italian designer PC Design with an LOA of 25-meters (82.5-feet). It's rocket-like external appearance is purposeful and it isn't simply for styling cues...
Riva 90 Details Revealed At Boot Dusseldorf
The Riva 90 has been on 'display' at this years edition of the Boot Dusseldorf and after making her debut of sorts in announcement at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) a couple months ago and more information has been released about the new vessel. She is now an addition to the Italian yard's line of flybridge yachts all of which feature signature sleek design lines...
DC97 SportFish From Weaver Boat Works
The flagship for the Weaver Boat Works company is progressing well. The company has consistently posted photos each month of the construction progress of the Weaver 97DC. Donald L Blount is responsible for the exterior design and Naval Architecture. She is around 29.56-meter LOA and 7.21-meters on the overall beam. A draft just under 2-meters exists at full load...
Heysea Bags Three Contracts From One Client
Chinese yacht builder Heysea yachts is smiling all the way to the bank. They have signed a significant project in the Asteria 126 but they also inked two more yachts, a Heysea 82 and an Asteria 96. Yes that is three yachts from one customer who is reported to hail from China. We will focus on the tri-deck Asteria 126 since this is the most impressive of the triple-order...
Gladiator 822 Adds To Canados Range
Italian builder Canados is adding to its range offering with the new Gladiator 822. As the number in the model name suggests, the vessel will be in the 24.99-meter (or 82-foot) bracket. The design of this sleek beast is by Marco Casali with sloping and sweeping lines, she doesn't have to be moving to look fast...
Princess Yachts; BAR Technologies Secret Yacht
Princess Yachts has confirmed their involvement on a secretive small yacht project with BAR Technologies. Specifics surrounding the vessel are scarce hence why it is a hushed project...
Admiral Launches 75-meter Explorer "Planet Nine"
Italian yard Admiral Yachts recently launched their explorer yacht project. The yacht is 75-meters but doesn't look near that stipulated LOA. The design is an interesting one having most of the superstructure planted forward of the midships area. That was needed to cater to the large helipad on the aft upper deck which is capable of carrying an Augusta Grande size helicopter...
40 CC: Hunt Coastal Series Flagship
Hunt Yachts are known for their lovely Ocean Series Yachts but they also build coastal boats too. The newest of them is the Coastal 40CC that they announced in the fourth quarter of last year. Acceptance of reservations for units to be delivered in Summer of this year are opened for the new boat. Hunt Yachts love performance or obsessed with it if you use the yard's words. Until now, the Coastal series from Hunt Yachts comprised of the Surf Hunter 32, 32 Center Console, 26 Center Console and the Harrier 26...
Hull Four Of Perini Navi 60M Series
Italian builder Perini Navi has been steadily working on the newest hull in their 60-meter sail yacht series. The fourth hull recently arrived at Perini Navi's Viareggio completion facilities for finishing. We are not aware of what the final name will be but we can tell you that the design is by Perini Navi with Naval Architecture by trusty Ron Holland Studio...
Build Progress On Baltic 112 Custom
Construction is well underway on the Baltic 112 Custom yacht. It is being built for an experienced owner who will utilize the vessel for world-wide cruising and enter the yacht in occassional racing circuits. The vessel has a design by Malcolm McKeon and the 34.14-meter hull has been built in two sections to allow easier access in the build...
53-meter 'Saetta' Concept From Tankoa Yachts
Italian yard Tankoa Yachts just unveiled their latest concept called 'Saetta' and it is a 53-meter long craft. The S533 as it is also known as, is 53-meters long as the model number suggests and at its widest point is around 9.2-meters. The design is that of Francesco Paszkowski and showcases fresh modern lines on a tri-deck platform. The idea is for maximum connection to the sea and relaxation emphasized. This explains the wide utilization of glass on the concept. The lines are clean and free of unnecessary clutter on deck...
Progress On 25-meter ECO Tender From Perini Navi
Italian builder Perini Navi announced last month further details on the 42-meter E-Volution sloop and shed light on a chase boat that was ECO-friendly as well. This 25-meter chaseboat/tender has progressed really well in construction since the announcement. The tender is not just a chase boat proposed to follow, send-ahead and serve the 42-meter E-Volution sloop but it is practically a stand-alone small yacht...
Traditional-look 31-meter Motoryacht To Build At CCN
Cerri Cantieri Navali (CCN) should be in a good mood over the news of a new build that was recently signed. They inked a 31-meter motoryacht with classic lines by Guido de Groot that when completed will go to a European owner. The all-aluminum vessel was signed at the end of 2017 and will form part of what they call their Fuoriserie line. The trideck yacht has arrangement over two internal decks and a spacious sundeck. The design of the yacht more looks like what you would expect from Dutch builder Moonen, if you are familiar with their designs...
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