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Heesen 55-meter Superyacht "Laurentia" Delivered
After an intensive round of seatrials, the 55-meter superyacht "Laurentia" built by Heesen Yachts has been handed over to her owner. The yacht was under construction at Heesen's facilities as Project 'Alida'. The design is by Omega Architects specifically Frank Laupman. She was under construction with no owner and then was sold to her current owner earlier this year (March). Those who remember another Heesen build, "Azamanta", the design of Laurentia will appear familiar but the key difference is her all-white paint-finish. The pronounced shark-tooth feature just aft of the wheelhouse remains...
German Client Buys 63-meter Benetti Project 'Balance'
A German client has bought the already-under construction 63-meter Benetti superyacht Project 'Balance'. It is under construction as hull FB276 and being built to a design by Giorgio M Cassetta. Since the steel hull arrived in Livorno the build has progressed and now that she has a new owner, a few elements to the design have changed. The most notable change has been made to the highest deck where the mast is affixed...
Hatteras Present 45 Express With Bridge Option
New Bern, North Carolina based builder Hatteras Yachts recently launched their 45 Express with Bridge Option. The yacht not too long ago came out of the paint shed ready for finishing...
MC96 By Monte Carlo Yachts Revealed In Venice
By now we are accustomed to Monte Carlo Yachts officially revealing their new models in a stylish and lavish manner. Their MCY96 was not spared the pomp and ceremony either. In fact, hundreds of journalist/media, stakeholders and important clients were on-hand for the big reveal of the MCY96 in Venice. Just to give you an idea, the 400 individuals that attended the reveal represented from 35 countries around the world. The MCY96 is another successful collaboration with Nuvolari & Lenard...
Bering 80 "Veda" At Cannes Yachting Festival
If you are going to be attending the Cannes Yachting Festival next month, you will have the opportunity to see a Bering 80! Bering Yachts is sending the Bering 80 "Veda" to the show. The Bering 80 is one of the heaviest yachts in her class with her tough steel hull construction. Fully loaded she takes close to 50,000 LT of fuel which ensures her expedition capabilities...
Su Marine Delivers 36M "Laniakea"
This yacht was built at Su Marine in Turkey with a steel hull and a wood-epoxy superstructure. She was designed by Taka Yacht Design. Now that the 36-meter yacht is delivered, the name has been revealed as "Laniakea". Construction took approximately two years. The design is very traditional and classic offering a timeless appeal...
60-meter "Sarastar" Delivered To Owner
The 60-meter "Sarastar" has been delivered to her owner. The yacht represents the largest yacht built by Italian yard MondoMarine. Since delivery she has been seen in Malta enjoying the traditional surroundings. Before today, the interiors of this yacht have not been seen but now we get a look onboard this landmark superyacht from this Italian yacht manufacturer...
First SanLorenzo SX88 Motor Yacht Launched
Italian yard SanLorenzo has launched the first hull in the brand new SX88 model. The yacht launched today at the yard's La Speizia facilities. The Crossover yacht as it is referred to has already spawned six sales after being only unveiled not too long ago in Milan. The yacht's construction is in composite using the regular GRP materials for the hull and carbon fiber for the superstructure...
HydroTec M40 Explorer Leaves Savona
Interesting times are ahead for Italian yard MondoMarine. Recently the M40 explorer that was under construction at their Savona facilities left there and transitioned to Viareggio. It is unclear which yard in Viareggio will take on the task of finishing this yacht for the owner. The yacht has design by HydroTec with an interior by Fossati Design Bureau that is going to be heavily influenced based on the owner's inputs...
47-meter Motor Yacht "Liquid Sky" Launches At CMB
The latest yacht to launch from the CMB yard is a 47-meter luxury craft called "Liquid Sky". She actually isn't fully launched yet but more technically so as she was just brought out of the shed to be prepared for full launching into the water. It is expected that the Turkish yard will splash Liquid Sky later this week. The exterior design is the work of Espen Oeino...
123-meter Superyacht "Al Lusail" Delivered
Designed by H2 Yacht Design (exterior) and March and White (interior), the 123-meter superyacht "Al Lusail" was recently delivered and left Lurssen's build facilities. She is now located in Norway, to be specific Kristiansand which is a popular area for superyachts to travel to after delivery from European yards. The 406-foot superyacht was built under codename 'Jupiter' and has now been named Al Lusail, after a new city in Qatar. She also flies the Qatari flag from her stern...
Closer Look At Hull 4 Of Horizon RP110
The RP110 is now an established model in Horizon's line-up of yachts. With the launched hull count at presently at four, the latest is completed and ready to take the long journey from Taiwan to the United States. That's right, hull number 4 will be making her way across to the U.S but not on her own bottom naturally. She will be placed atop a cargo ship and piggy-back stateside where she will be available as an inventory piece available for purchase. The fourth hull has a contemporary interior that should appeal to any potential owner...
69.50-meter Superyacht Launches At Feadship
Dutch custom building yard Feadship announced this morning that a new yacht exited their sheds at Aalsmeer. This is the fourth Feadship yacht to be launched for the year 2017. Even though the yacht has been towed outside of the shed, there is still not a whole lot known about the build. We do know that this is hull build number 696. Feadship says that they will release information (like name) when they 'officially launch' the yacht...
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Amels Yachts Unveil Limited Edition Amels 206
Dutch superyacht builder Amels Yachts has taken the veil off the latest addition to their line-up. It is the Amels 206 which looks alot like the LE199 line. It is basically the Limited Editions 199 hull and styling just a couple feet longer. Amels introduce the new addition after bringing to market the 60-meter "Event" and "Madame Kate". The new 206 is 62.4-meters overall in length...
First 90-foot Motor Yacht Launched By Hatteras Yachts
Hatteras is still alive and kicking in the near 100-foot sector with a recent launch of their first 90-foot motor yacht. This yacht has been launched in time to be fit-out, sea trialed and completed ahead of its stateside international debut at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show towards the end of the year in November. Those who are accustomed to the Hatteras 70 MY would find the new 90 MY equally as pleasing...
AM37 By Aston Martin Delivered To Miami
The first Aston Martin branded AM37 has been delivered to Miami where it will be based. Aston Martin worked closely with Quintessence Yachts to make the the project a reality. Mulder Design also worked in close cooperation with Aston Martin. The first yacht is a sports model which is the higher performing package Aston Martin plans to market. This one has a more powerful engine package featuring a pair of 520 horse power Mercury diesels. They are also offering less powerful 370 horse power Mercury or 430 horse power. There is a Gran Turismo model offered for customers as well...
Horizon FD85 European Debut At Cannes Yachting Festival
Taiwan-based yacht company Horizon Yachts announced they will be giving the FD85 model its European debut at the upcoming Cannes Yachting Festival later in September (12th to the 17th). The second hull in the series is slated to make the debut as it is tailor-made for the European client-base. Developed in collaboration between world-renowned yacht designer Cor D. Rover and Horizon’s in-house naval architecture team, this 85’ advanced fast displacement motoryacht features superior cruising capabilities that complement living and entertaining spaces comparable to 100-foot-plus megayachts. Immediately striking in appearance thanks to its thoughtful exterior styling, the new European FD85 incorporates an advanced hull form dubbed the High Performance Piercing Bow (HPPB)...
Sunseeker 95 "Mr.K" Delivered To Owner
British yacht manufacturer Sunseeker has announced the delivery of the Sunseeker 95 yacht "Mr. K". The new owner can't wait to utilize the yacht during what is left of the 2017 Summer cruising season. Mr. K was specifically built for the owner to cruise Mediterranean and Adriatic ports. The Sunseeker 95 Yacht is an example of Sunseeker's craftsmanship, showing off spacious elegance, the 95 Yacht combines a superyacht feel with many practical advantages, demonstrating a clever use of space that gives even greater flexibility and freedom onboard...
First Amer 110 Launches At Permare
The first Amer 110 by Permare has been launched. This is a nice yacht for those who like performance at the 100-foot level. Since the Amer 110 has been officially launched, it has the distinction of being the world's first quad-podded luxury yacht. The 110 is powered by four IPS pods giving the flagship of the Permare yard the unique distinction...
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