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Lurssen Hands Over 104-meter Superyacht "Quantum Blue"
The confidential "Quantum Blue" project is now completed and appears to be handed over. The final name is actually "Quantum Blue". Sometimes the project name has nothing to do with the final name. The displacement superyacht stretches 104-meters long with an impressive beam in the region of 16.80-meters or around 55.44-feet overall. Built with a steel hull and aluminum superstructure to a design by Tim Heywood, the Topaz-esq superyacht has an interior by the firm Alberto Pinto. Quantum Blue was the last of three superb superyachts to be delivered by Lurssen in 2014. Since delivery the other two, 66-meter "Ester III" and 95-meter "Kismet" have crossed the Atlantic to Caribbean Winter cruising grounds. Quantum Blue rises five decks above the waterline offering many amenities for her owner and guests...
Nordhavn Launches Hull 29 of The N68 Model "Aquilla Renee"
Nordhavn launched hull 29 of the N68 model in December 2014 for their American owners. The yacht is now in the water preparing for trials and final finishing work to her Cherry interior. Once delivered, the owners plan to take the yacht into the Caribbean to take advantage of the remaining winter season until June. There after they will head up the U.S East Coast and spend summer before heading back down and wintering in The Bahamas. This particular N68 is to be named "Aquilla Renee" and the interior is custom finished in 60-percent gloss Cherry wood. Power comes via a single John Deere 6135 marine diesel engine...
Benetti Rolls Out 56-meter Superyacht "Suppina"
The newest custom superyacht from Italian builder Benetti has made the light of day. Although Benetti has not yet commented on the launch of this yacht it definitely appears to be the 56-meter superyacht hull 267. The silhouette for hull 267 on the 'Currently Building' section on their website matches the design of this yacht here and more or less confirms. The new superyacht appears to be named "Suppina". One of the first aspects of the yacht to strike you is her design, quite squared. Prominent structure takes up alot of space on the traditional sun deck. The superstructure in general is quite square on the edges... lacking the usual styling/fashion plates of Benetti. Also note the unusually long and enclosed main deck towards the aft...
Ocean Alexander Sells Four Yachts Towards End of 2014
Ocean Alexander announced they have successfully sold four motoryachts towards the close of the 2014 year. These motoryachts were four new vessels for the U.S market. The first sale was for an Ocean Alexander 72-footer. The new owners decided to chose the new 72-footer because of its classic Ocean Alexander features and modern styling. Once they obtain the vessel, the new owners are expected to be cruising the waters of the Pacific Northwest. The second sale calls for another OA72, but new construction. The new owners of this particular build already owned a smaller Ocean Alexander yacht and are stepping up. The third sale calls for an Ocean Alexander OA85-footer again from owners who are stepping up from a slightly smaller model (an OA 80). They plan to cruise Mexico and the U.S West Coast with their new Evan K Marshall designed yacht...
Heesen Delivers 51-meter Superyacht "MySky"
Dutch luxury superyacht manufacturer Heesen Yachts announces the delivery of the 51-meter superyacht "MySky". She was actually launched by Heesen earlier in 2014 and was slated to be delivered in November or December of 2014. The design of MySky is by Frank Laupman and has beautiful and hip interiors by Erick van Egeraat. The interior generally emphasizes the contrasting of two major elements and colours. Using high-quality and exotic prominent-grained woods like Makassar, it stands out and contrasts greatly with the much lighter whites of the leather furnishings and lighting...
Second Sunseeker 155 Motor Yacht Underway in Construction
Much of the attention for Sunseeker was recently centered around the new baby-blue hulled 155 flagship "Blush" and her very famous owner. With Blush now etched in the minds of the yachting public, attention has now moved to the second hull in the Sunseeker 155 line. The new boat is currently under construction and scheduled to be launched next year. Sunseeker released brand new renderings displaying how the interior of hull number two will appear. The new build is currently going by the project name 'Gold Diamond' and as we know that may not be the final name of this yacht. Sunseeker says that the yacht is scheduled to be completed by early 2016 and there after be available for charter...
Cheoy Lee Announces Sale of 3 New Yachts
Cheoy Lee is delighted to announce the sale of two Alpha 76 yachts, one a 76 Express and the other a 76 Flybridge. In addition, a new Global 104 Motor Yacht was recently sold and is now under construction. The Alpha Series yachts are designed by Michael Peters Yacht Design and the interior decor is by Luiz De Basto Designs. In addition to the Alpha 76 Express and Alpha 76 Flybridge, there is an Alpha 87 Sportbridge in the series. Cutting edge design and innovative technology combine to create a line of exceptional, fast cruising yachts that offer a comfortable ride, exceptional stability and unparalleled ease of operation...
Intermarine 95 motoryacht For 2015 Debut
Brazilian manufacturer Intermarine is expected to bring to the fore, their brand new Intermarine 95' luxury yacht. You may remember her design being showcased at the Rio Boat Show back in 2013 but the actual yacht is expected to launch early in 2015. The very sleek looking motoryacht draws its design from Luiz de Basto Designs and offers a comfortable two deck interior with a fly bridge covered mostly with a perforated hardtop. The interior is anticipated to be highly customizable to owners with the possibility of having four or five suite layouts afforded. The sweeping lines are beautiful but they are practical. The extended lines to the fore offer a long bow secured firmly by polished handrails. The aft of the fly bridge is also quite long giving way to the possibility to lay down outdoor furniture. The interior of the Intermarine 95 is by Patricia Anastassiadis...
Golden Yachts 71.85-meter Superyacht "O'Pari 3"
Greek builder Golden Yachts is well underway with the construction of their latest large superyacht, the newest, "O'Pari". She is a 71.85-meter superyacht with four internal decks above the waterline and a sun deck. "O'Pari 3" is expected to be launched and completed later this year. Brand new renderings have surfaced showcasing a very luxurious superyacht perhaps for the charter market. Her interior is designed by Giorgio Vafiadis. Neutral sandy tones dominate the interior, contrasting with dark hi-gloss veneer cabinetry. The exterior decks are also designed for living, enjoyment and relaxation. The sun deck has al fresco dining for all her guests, enormous sunpadded areas with a large jacuzzi, a bar and extensive sofa seating forward...
50-meter Philippe Briand Designed Vitruvius Superyacht
Designer Philippe Briand has designed a new 50-meter superyacht. The design may appear similar to the 50-meter exploring yacht "Exuma". However, as similar as they are, Philippe Briand contends that the new 50-meter Vitruvius is quite different especially on the interior. Combining luxury with green efficiency is a hallmark of a Vitruvius® design for which Naval Architect Philippe Briand is best recognised. Like all the Vitruvius® designs, the efficient optimised hull has a low resistance and she will boast 25% less consumption and reduced co2 emissions than an average yacht of the same size. The yacht's range of autonomy is 5,500 nautical miles at 12-knots , which is more than enough to cross the Atlantic. The new design is 499 GT, which is directly comparable to the GT of Exuma, but the use of the volume is very different...
JFA Yachts Unveil 115-foot Power Catamaran
French catamaran specialist JFA Yachts recently unveiled a new design for a power catamaran. The design called for a 115-foot power catamaran that was designed by an interesting collaborator, Peugeot Design Lab. The 35-meter catamaran hull motoryacht is quite aggressive in its external design presentation. One of the hallmarks generally given via a catamaran design is the spaciousness provided by twin hulls. In this case, the 115-foot power CAT has a more-than-comfortable beam of 14.5-meters or around 48-feet. How many 35-meter monohull motoryachts do you know existing having a 48-foot overall beam? Not alot of information is available on this new design as yet but clearly based on the design, guests will be accommodated in cabins in the hulls while the owner will have their suite, forward on the main deck, taking advantage of the excessive beam...
Hatteras Successfully Delivers 80-foot Luxury Motoryacht
American builder Hatteras Yachts successfully handed over a new 80-foot motoryacht. The new delivery comes on the heels of the delivery of the second Hatteras 100RPH. The Hatteras 80MY was delivered just last week Friday. The 80MY can come with an enclosed flybridge and make that area more like a skylounge, that is an option. However, this particular build has a long hardtop shading the forward part of the deck. Accommodation onboard is for up to eight guests in a master suite, VIP-type suite and two twin berth cabins. She is powered by a pair of 1,600 horse power CAT C32A's and can sprint if demanded. There is a dedicated tender davit on the on the aft flybridge and also space to store the yacht's main tender...
Feadship Delivers 60.34-meter Superyacht "ROCK.IT"
Dutch custom superyacht builder Feadship has delivered the 60.34-meter luxury motoyacht "ROCK.IT" to her owner. Built by Feadship as hull 687 and launched earlier this year, she showcases a refreshed design by Sinot Yacht Design. The interior is also by Sinot with Naval Architecture by De Voogt Naval Architects. The four-deck superyacht utilizes alot of glass around the structure and there should be little complaint of not being able to see outside or the interior receiving ample natural lighting during the day. The Sinot interior plays with light and dark to achieve the desired feel and appearance, with dark woods and light natural stones being selected. Accommodation onboard is for ten guests and twelve crew members...
OceAnco to Deliver 88.50-meter Superyacht "Infinity"
Dutch superyacht builder OceAnco is on the verge of delivering their latest superyacht. The Espen Oeino designed superyacht was built under yard number Y710, the tenth superyacht launched by OceAnco in their 700 series. Her final name has been revealed also, flaunting "Infinity" from her nameboards. Naval Architecture has been done by Azure Naval Architects and boasts five impressive decks above the waterline. Infinity recently concluded the last round of sea trials and is expected to be handed over to her owner soon. Infinity has provisions to carry up to fourteen guests onboard in the highest levels of luxury and comfort. Her guest accommodation includes a very spacious master suite, two VIP-types suites as well as four double suites...
Horizon Yachts Sell Second V72 Motoryacht
Taiwan based luxury motor yacht manufacturer Horizon Yachts just announced that they have sold the second hull in the V72 series. The V series has been pretty popular since it launched and has seen clients purchasing them from around the world, as far as from Australia, to the U.S. The new owner of the second V72 hull is from Taiwan and they will be looking to throw their personal lavish style into the overall design of their new yacht. That owner has gone for a stylish modern interior that focuses on browns, tans and whites broken up with colour-pop from accent pieces. The interiors on both the V72 and the V80 is customizable to an extent. There are three and four cabin layout options for owners and working closely with the Horizon in-house team, the interior can be done pretty much to how the client desires...
2015 Launch For Perini Navi 70-meter Ketch "Sybaris"
Yes that is correct, the 70-meter Perini Navi sailing yacht "Sybaris" will be launched and delivered in 2015. The ketch-rigged super-sailing yacht will be a significant launch for Perini Navi as she will be among their largest (second largest) sailboats launched by them in a while. Of course "Maltese Falcon" still holds the largest build title for Perini. The design of Sybaris is inhouse by Perini Navi with collaboration on Naval Architecture and sail-plan work with Philippe Briand. Interior work is by the United States based firm PH Design...
Hakvoort 61-meter Project 'Golden Age' Progressing Well
Dutch builder Hakvoort Yachts is working on its largest build to date, the 61-meter superyacht called 'Golden Age'. The yacht will be a land-mark build for this Netherland's based company. Sinot Yacht Design have taken care of the exterior design as well as the interior onboard Project Golden Age while Diana Yacht Design is the Naval Architect. The four deck yacht boasts a number of highlights for the owner and their guests. The owner is benefiting by having an entire deck for themselves on the upper deck. They get a 180-degree panoramic view from the wrap-around glazing at the fore. They also have plush seating and relaxing area on deck with a jacuzzi on the fore deck just forward of their master suite. The next lavish suite onboard is the VIP suite and that is on the main deck. In total, Golden Age provides accommodation for fourteen guests...
OceAnco; Vitruvius Yachts Partner on 105-meter Superyacht PYC 'Pure'
OceAnco has collaborated with Vitruvius Yachts to unveil a large 105-meter superyacht. The vessel boasts Naval Architecture by Philippe Briand and it naturally sits at the top of the Vitruvius line that started out with a 50-meter hull "Exuma", then the 73-meter "Grace E". The PYC 'Pure' as it is called is now the largest Vitruvius yacht designed and runs over four internal decks with a comfortable sundeck and shaded mid-sections. She has been designed with the new PYC laws that came into effect last year for yachts carrying between twelve and thirty-six guests. PYC Pure will however, carry up to twenty-four guests. The new laws do not affect the lavishness and special features being proposed onboard. There is a helipad on the bow to accommodate a large corporate helicopter. Aft on the lower deck is the yacht's large beach club...
Basaran Yard Building 42.55-meter Motoryacht Project "Pttara"
Another Turkey-based yard is currently building a luxury motoryacht. This one however, does not have an owner as yet. Currently for sale, the 42.55-meter Project "Pttara" is moving well through the construction phase. When completed, Pttara will be able to host her guests in five cabins throughout. The design of the yacht is by Serhat Yinanc and presents a bigger-yacht feel while keeping a relatively small footprint allowing the prospective owner to utilize the yacht in shallow coves and bays of the Mediterranean or the Caribbean. It is anticipated that she will have marine diesels that allow her to run up to 16-knots and cruise at 13-knots. The yacht is three decks above the waterline plus a spacious sundeck partially shaded by a hardtop...
Fincantieri Delivers 140-meter Superyacht "Ocean Victory"
Italian large custom superyacht manufacturer Fincantieri Yachts announced the delivery of their second superyacht, the confidential 140-meter "Ocean Victory". She was built under project name Victory at the Muggiano shipyard. Boasting a design by Espen Oeino she appears somewhat similar to the yard's first build, the 134-meter "Serene". The 2014, built superyacht has an impressive length of approximately 460-feet and an overall beam of 62-feet. The interior appears to be a collaboration between Laura Sessa and Alberto Pinto. The 8,000 tonne hull 6218 has a number of high-end features as is expected onboard a vessel of this size. Fincantieri says there is an underwater observation room that should allow guests a unique underworld view perhaps while at anchor...
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