The new YouTube channel of The International Yachting Media With just under 200,000 subscribers, The International Yachting Media’s YouTube channel represents today a major reference for all yacht owners and boating enthusiasts worldwide. Launched only a year ago with the goal of informing and entertaining, the channel stands out for
Amid the bustling docks of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, Erwin Bamps, CEO of Gulf Craft, greets visitors with the confident smile of someone who understands the rhythm of the international market and can anticipate its next moves. Just days before the Qatar Boat Show, where the Emirati shipyard
A fleet of no less than 120 superyachts, half of which will be world premieres. The Monaco Yacht Show 2025 is set to welcome visitors with a historic record of spectacular vessels. From September 24 to 27, 2025, against the iconic backdrop of Port Hercule in the Principality of Monaco,
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a sailing catamaran and a power catamaran? In most cases, there isn’t much of a difference. But today, we’re taking a look at a truly special multihull, one that Prestige Yachts has specifically designed and built to be a large and
The greatest desire of any boat owner is simple: to have a boat built to measure, tailored to their specific needs. This is certainly the case with the C-Tender 55S, the boat that Custom Boat has designed and built around the needs of its lucky owner. In this new video
Scanner Envy 950 Tender Sea Trial When Giorgio Armani described elegance as the ability to be remembered, he was certainly referring to the new Scanner Envy 950 Tender. With a top speed of 60 knots, it becomes a fleeting memory even for the sportiest maxi-RIBs in the blink of an
Magazzù M16: here’s how the new flagship performs when conditions get tough Magazzù has always been the undisputed icon of high-end maxi-ribs—fascinating inflatables that stand out for their beauty and reliability at sea. These strengths deserved to be thoroughly tested during the world premiere of its new flagship: the brand-new
Marina Cala del Forte has been added to the list of Schengen border entry points This is an important measure that officially elevates Marina Cala del Forte to the status of being the first recreational port in Italy’s western region to be designated as a “border entry” for the European
Gordon Brothers, the global asset experts, is the exclusive selling agent for motor yacht ROYAL FALCON ONE, a one-of-a-kind luxury catamaran superyacht designed by the iconic Studio F.A. Porsche. Now available at a significantly reduced price of €12.5 million, the sale offers the discerning buyer an opportunity to invest in a
Numerous and interesting exhibitors will participate in the upcoming edition of the Monaco Yacht Show, scheduled from September 25 to 28 for its 33rd edition. The organization of the show, one of the major reference events for the superyacht sector, announced a list of over 500 prestigious brands in recent
Superyacht Stefania: up for auction in a few days in Antibes. A judicial auction that will see the famous superyachts STEFANIA being put up for sale is expected to take place on January 25. Already a winner of Boat Design & Innovation in 2022, this superyacht is virtually new, built
PRESTIGE M8: Camillo Garroni does not innovate but, literally, reinvents the motor catamaran. The launch of the new Prestige M8 finally breaks the mold of a market exaggeratedly accustomed to considering motor catamarans as surrogates (without masts) for a multi-hulled sailboat. In this context, Camillo Garroni not only innovates but
PRESTIGE YACHTS‘ participation in the upcoming FLIBS (Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show) will be decidedly important. An effort aimed at highlighting the incredible design effort put forth by the shipyard in its latest months, a momentous work that has given birth to true masterpieces. Shining examples of this are the
Quick Group, international leader in the nautical equipment sector has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of Xenta Systems S.r.l. A strategic decision, aimed at strengthening Quick Group’s competitive presence in a market that is constantly evolving technologically. XENTA is specialized in the development and production of integrated control systems
Niels Vaessen is the new CEO of Heesen Yachts Heesen Yachts promotes an internal manager and proudly announces that Niels Vaessen, who has served as a CFO of the shipyard for more than a decade, will be taking over the position of CEO starting from next November 1st. Niels Vaessen
PRESTIGE M8: Camillo Garroni does not innovate but, literally, reinvents the motor catamaran. The launch of the new Prestige M8 finally breaks the mold of a market exaggeratedly accustomed to considering motor catamarans as surrogates (without masts) for a multi-hulled sailboat. In this context, Camillo Garroni not only innovates but
Monaco Classic Week: over 100 classic boats on display Organized by Yacht Club de Monaco and hosted by the Principality of the same name, the 16th Monaco Classic Week will take place from September 13-16. Launched in 1994, this unique in the world biennial event pays homage to the history
The prestigious CARINTHIA VII superyacht, designed by the renowned Tim Heywood, is back in the limelight in the eyes of enthusiasts and professionals in the nautical sector. Indeed, after being sold by Fraser to her new owner, for what has been billed as the industry’s biggest sale in 2022, the
Grand ceremony for the launching of M/Y ANJELIF, the brand-new Columbus 50-metre custom superyacht that, built entirely in aluminium, has been designed for a highly demanding and experienced owner. This is a decidedly innovative superyacht and not only because of its hybrid, diesel-electric propulsion. This superyacht, in fact, makes use
TheMonaco Yacht Show will be zero-emission by 2050. In other words, a 100% green event. This is the ambitious goal that the Monaco show aims to achieve in the long term but which, of course, requires a strong commitment from the entire industry in order for it to be achieved.
SUPERYACHTS, the magazine dedicated to large yachts published by THE INTERNATIONAL YACHTING MEDIA, keeps on growing. From today, it has been enriched with two editions, one dedicated to the Arabian market and one reserved for French readers. This brings to seven the number of editions, all independent from each other,
New graphic design and new features for the Boating News App, the most-read in boating.. The International Yachting Media, the world’s most widely read digital yachting publisher continues to amaze. The latest news can be easily discovered by simply taking your smartphone and downloading, for free as always, the new
PRESTIGE, world leader in luxury motor yachts, launches its latest addition, the M8. Flagship of the M-Line multihull yacht range, Prestige M8 is distinguished by a unique configuration that affords the space and comfort equivalent to that of an 85-foot monohull superyacht, targeting the needs of the most demanding owners.
Yesterday, Lürssen finally unveiled the first (beautiful) pictures of “Project Luminance”, a majestic superyacht whose actual length is however still top-secret. The shipyard, in fact, continues to keep details tightly under wraps, entrenching itself behind the sybilline definition “a 130 m plus yacht”. Rumours, however, suggest that Project Luminance is
It is difficult not to be impressed by the extremely elegant lines of the new Benetti FB283. Literally built from a blank sheet of paper, this 62-meter superyacht succeeds perfectly in summarizing Benetti’s ability to sew a bespoke suit around its owner. Speed, low noise emissions, fun for the family,
Her name is Pardo GT75 and she is the new flagship of Pardo Yachts, the brand of the Italian shipyard that, perhaps more than any other at the moment, is conquering important market shares. This success undoubtedly stems from the beauty of the yachts that Cantiere del Pardo, year after
Monaco Smart Yacht Rendezvous. An industry in the throes of transforming, the Luxury Yacht sector is mobilising a great number of players who have already begun to make significant steps towards a more sustainable future. Following the success of its Monaco Smart & Sustainable Marina Rendezvous, M3 (Monaco Marina Management),
Giannutri is the smallest and southernmost island in the Tuscan archipelago and is protected by the National Park under strict rules, which, however, do not completely prevent navigation. Giannutri is six nautical miles from Argentario and eight miles from the island of Giglio, and is also connected to the mainland
The new jewel in the Mar.Co family, the R-Evolution 26, has been defined by its own manufacturers as a real milestone. Designed as the ultimate expression of design and aimed at achieving great cruising performance, it is a tender that offers great comfort on board. This chase boat gives wonderful
Ferretti Group is literally conquering the USA. It definitely demonstrated this at the FLIBS (Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show), where it exhibited a fleet of no less than nine boats, presented three premieres, and unveiled its marvellous, renovated American showroom. A massive presence that, in addition to the conspicuous number
Lürssen launches its Innovation Lab, an innovation centre to explore new propulsion solutions for superyachts. Lürssen and its Innovation Lab Following the presentation of the AHPO super yacht at the Monaco Yacht Show, Lürssen continues its path of innovation, with fuel cell technology taking centre stage. At the International Superyacht
At this year’s Monaco Yacht Show, the word ‘sustainability’ resounded frequently through the halls, where a large number of improvements appeared in various sectors of the yachting industry to make engines, furnishings, consumption and much more sustainable. While it is clear that behind this transition there is certainly an economic
For the third year running Sacs Tecnorib, the brand that has set new trends in the industry by inaugurating the Maxi Rib era, was the protagonist of the ‘chase boats’ segment at the Monaco Yacht Show, a unique opportunity to showcase a range that seems to fit the needs of
Nautor Swan still amazes and positions itself in the Superyachts segment with its entire range. The fleet that is winning all owners over was unveiled at the Monaco Yacht Show: a world premiere for the new ClubSwan 80, an innovative hybrid-powered Swan 88, the advances of the Swan 108 and
Amer Steel 41M Explorer: at the Monaco Yacht Show Amer Yachts presents a new design which is a mix of luxury, technology and innovation. Amer Yachts raises the bar in the segment of eco-friendly and emission-conscious sustainable superyachts with the presentation of the new Amer Steel 41M Explorer at the
With the new X30 Villa, Extra Yachts not only launches a new line of motor catamarans but definitively revolutionizes the market for large-sized multihulls, finally managing to effectively unite this market with that of superyachts. This is an exercise that clearly has countless advantages but which, until the arrival of
Icon Yachts’ latest conversion project, the 70-metre Project Master, arrived at the shipyard’s drydock facility in Harlingen earlier last month. Project Master will follow in the wake of an earlier conversion project; she’s another Offshore Rescue and Support Vessel that’ll be converted into a global world explorer superyacht, specially designed
The leading players in boating: Giorgio Casareto Behind the shining world of yachting, which many tend to see only as an icon of luxury, lies the hard work of many people who have contributed to making this sector unique and inimitable over the years. One of these people is undoubtedly
The renderings of the brand-new ICE 70rs have finally been unveiled, a racing version and heir to the surprising ICE 70 which, as the four units already sold testify, was a great success at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2021. Modern design, marked by an absolutely distinctive trait, such as the
After almost a year of intense work to expand its range of displacement yachts, Filippetti Yacht unveils the Navetta 28 concept to the public. This latest creation from the Mondolfo-based shipyard confirms the special features of the range, such as great cruising range and compliance with environmental sustainability criteria. Navetta
Maurizio Capitani tells his story: the captain’s job is culture and training. “I embarked for the first time in 1979 as a young deckhand, a trainee. I could access the officers’ lounge and eat with them, but I worked as a sailor. It is important to live on the side
The 12th edition of YARE (Yachting Aftersales and Refit Experience) will be held in Viareggio from March 12th-18th. This international event, organized by Navigo, will be the perfect occasion to take stock of the evolution of the yachting industry with an eye on the superyacht sector trend. The event will
Riva, a brand of the Ferretti group, chooses Cortina d’Ampezzo as a truly refined location to celebrate its 180th anniversary and inaugurate another of its exclusive spaces, the Riva Privée. At Riva there is an almost unbreakable nautical paradigm, whose terms speak of exclusivity, great performance and safety at sea.
Juice, the new 71-metre Feadship superyacht, has just been launched in Amsterdam. This weekend saw the undocking of the 71-metre Juice from the giant Feadship construction hall in the Dutch capital. Observers were mesmerised by the beauty of this timeless Feadship: a blend of polished stainless steel, glass and teak
Filippetti Yacht is expanding into the transalpine and northern European markets with Jan Lambrecht recently appointed as sole dealer for Belgium, the Netherlands, France and Luxembourg. Jan Lambrecht will work exclusively for the renowned Italian Mondolfo-based shipyard, Filippetti Yacht, which has stood out in the yachting sector for more than
Project Apollo has been sold, it is the fifth yacht sold in 2021. Heesen announce the sale of the 55-metre Project Apollo. With a world-beating, fuel-efficient Fast Displacement Hull design, ocean-crossing range, huge interior volumes and a timeless profile, she was available on a shortened delivery schedule thanks to Heesen’s
There has always been an air of mystery surrounding the definition of a bluewater cruiser. On the one hand, it has always been difficult to specify the characteristics a boat should have to be able to boast this title, and on the other hand,shipyards have misused the definition as a
Boot Dusseldorf is cancelled It was obvious and predictable. So much so that we were surprised by the carelessness with which, just a few weeks ago, the trade fair authority confirmed the event would be held. We had expressed our complete disagreement with this decision which, as has just been
Advanced A80, sea trial for the queen of blue water cruisers. If someone had told me that I would find myself testing the same boat, with the same skippers again, after six years, I would not have believed it. And yet Jung must have been right when he wrote about
The Italian Sea Group S.p.A. (“TISG” or the “Company”), global operator in the luxury yachting industry, through its 100% subsidiary New Sail s.r.l., won the Auction held by the Lucca Court for the bankruptcy of Perini Navi S.p.A., at an overall price of 80 million Euros. As indicated in the
Another Baglietto DOM133 sold: the shipyard closes the year with no less than seven orders acquired. 2021 has been a stunning year for Baglietto which, confirming the positive trend of these months, scores the seventh sale of the season with another unit of the DOM133, a superyacht that is receiving
After disclosing the signing of a Letter of Intent last September, Rosetti Superyachts is delighted to announce the signing of a sales contract for another RSY 38m EXP. This sale was managed and closed with the invaluable collaboration of Burgess, who introduced the owners to Rosetti Superyachts and advised them
The new Y8 from the YYachts shipyard is the unprecedented evolution of large yachts from Teutonic production. It proves that boats like these, although very large, can include the coveted “simplicity”. Without omitting top luxury and safe navigation. The “good mood” on board also comes from the super performance, optimal
Moon Sand, the semi-displacement, simply stunning superyacht launched by Lürssen, could only head for a vibrant city like London. Seeing it in these photos, sailing along the Thames with Tower Bridge as a backdrop, is a unique emotion. The Moon Sand’s vintage-inspired design is striking, reminiscent of the warship lines
On 24 November 2021, the 115.1-metre AHPO (previously project ENZO) left the Lürssen shipyard and embarked on her maiden voyage. AHPO has been built for a repeat client who previously owned an 86-metre Lürssen and required top-notch design and engineering as well as seagoing comfort for his family. For the
Marco Panzavolta, Quick’s area manager for Asia, tells us about the interconnection, autonomy and performance of the new thrusters equipped with QSY Quick Synchronous Motors electric motors. The Ravenna-based company’s research project lasted more than two years and has produced a product that will appeal to boatyards and owners all
We visited the ICE Yachts shipyards and it was memorable. The following is a reportage that tells of the best of Made in Italy in the production of sailing boats. It is not common to have seven boats of this level in production at the same time. The ICE Yachts
A pool table on yachts may sound strange, but it has become a reality thanks to new technical marvels that are able to stabilize both the table and balls in spite of the unstable and fickle sea surface which we are all familiar with. There is an unusual partnership that
The X75 is the most powerful and innovative gyro stabilizer ever produced by Quick. In order to better understand how such a “great” result has been achieved, we interviewed Fulvio Romano, Operations Director, and Chiara Marzucco, Vice President of this well-known Italian multinational company. The result was a very exciting
Construction has begun for the Filippetti F 100, a luxury flybridge-cruiser that offers significant performance, ample exterior space and above-average liveability “It will be the flagship of Filippetti Yacht’s flybridge range, the pride of Made in Italy“, from the direction in the shipyard founded by Giovanni Filippetti we are informed
Many have gathered for Captain’s Day 2021, including 70 Italian superyacht captains, all with the aim of drawing up reports on how two years of pandemic have impacted a sector that is, to say the least, unique in its kind. The implications are also pragmatic. The aim is to understand
SYNTEAK, an Italian company based in Trento, has been engaged in the installation of synthetic teak for more than 20 years and is the exclusive installer and distributor of PlasDECK for Europe. With more than 5.000 sqm laid per year on average only in Italy and an incalculable number of
Sunreef Yachts has released the first photos of the 100 Sunreef Power and they are irrefutable proof that another masterpiece is being added to the superyacht luxury nautical scene. Maybe it’s because multihulls increase the size of the living space in the galley in an absolute way and maybe it’s
EXTRA Yachts, a brand of ISA Yachts, announces the sale of a new unit of Extra X96 Triplex set for delivery in 2022. Previewed last September during the Cannes Yachting Festival, it has attracted great interest for its large volumes. Indeed, relying on 238 GT, it has no rivals in
Cantiere delle Marche announce another sale of a Flexplorer 146 With exterior lines by Sergio Cutolo / Hydro Tec, the Flexplorer 146 has been optimized to deliver the largest volume while still remaining under the 500GT threshold. The yacht features a low-resistance underbody with bulbous bow that adds comfort in
The huge international nautical event will open its doors in Florida from October 27th-31st, and there is great curiosity about the new superyachts that will be presented on this occasion by Ocean Alexander. The family-run boatyard is now in its second glorious generation,with two production plants in Taiwan and the
The Italian Sea Group takes the fifth gear and, not caring about the previous auctions, moreover all gone desert, presents an important and irrevocable proposal of purchase. There are in fact 47 million euros that Giovanni Costantino’s company makes available to the deal. A decision that also concerns the real
From October 20-22, at the Superyacht Captains Forum in Viareggio, the YARE (Yachting Aftersales and Refit Experience) event was held, promoted by Navigo, the association of yachting companies in Tuscany. The event was attended by 70 superyacht captains and 60 international companies, with a total of 250 participants. The event
Codecasa 56, the construction of the MY LEGACY Superyachts represent the quintessence of the art of construction, or rather man’s ability to go beyond his limits to create unique and inimitable works of art that are destined to leave an indelible mark on history. Very often, however, what remains is
RSY 38m EXP by Sergio Cutolo a very special explorer. Built for an experienced couple who were closely involved in all aspects of the design and construction of the yacht, the RSY 38m EXP M/Y EMOCEAN is designed to spend long periods on board in complete comfort and safety in
The Monaco Yacht Show 2021 was a “real success”, according to the organizers of the event. An event that stood out from other Mediterranean Boat Shows because it did not chase massive attendance numbers, but on the contrary sought to improve the experience of the visitors themselves. “A reduced turnout
Montecarlo Automobiles was present with a major event at the 26th Monaco Yacht Show, held from September 22nd-25th in the elegant setting of Port Hercule. The Monegasque event was the right occasion to present “the future plans of Montecarlo Automobiles”. Among the novelties introduced to the public as world premieres
Inspired by modern architecture, Apache’s clean exterior lines are based on crisp horizontal, vertical and diagonal lines Apache’s beach club is a key feature that when the folding side terraces are deployed offers 125 sqm of upscale resort space and a floodable swimming Master stateroom is on the upper deck
JFA Yachts is preparing to build a 50-metre Explorer, as announced by the Brittany-based yard. Just a few pencil sketches, nothing more, outline the allure of this vessel destined to sail the most perilous seas with a beam of 9.1 metres. All of the owner’s specific requests have been met,
100 Sunreef Power is the largest of the motor-powered catamarans ever built by the Polish boatyard Sunreef Yachts, based in Gdansk, Poland. The multihull boat has been engaged this summer in a sea trial in the Baltic Sea that included technical tests and fine-tuning of the two 1,300 HP engines.
“Heading for the future”, Hydro Tec celebrates its 25th anniversary with an omnia work that includes projects, boats, biography, thought and attitude of the designer and nautical engineer Sergio Cutolo whose emotional pen is dedicated to the public in the first person. The founder of Hydro Tec in 1995, after
Sunreef Yachts will be exhibiting the 80 Sunreef Power Great White catamaran at the Monaco Yacht Show from September 22-25. The famous tennis player Rafael Nadal is the owner of this ultra-luxurious multihull which, we can bet, will also surprise the public at the Monaco Yacht Show. As for Nadal,
Guidi Srl, leading manufacturer of nautical accessories, will be exhibiting at this year’s Genoa Boat Show from 16 to 21 September, marking a great return to one of the world’s most important nautical exhibition events. The company, with over half a century of experience in the boating industry, has been
The Marina di San Lorenzo recreational port is ready, properly updated according to the state-of-the-art standards, the result of a thorough restyling which now invites the owners to enjoy its nautical “One Thousand and one nights”-style elixirs. The marina’s facilities have been updated, along with the services designed for safe
The organisers of the Monaco Yacht Show have published the sanitary measures to be applied on the show grounds, in compliance with the Government of Monaco’s hygiene regulations and the reinforced health safety standards set forth by the AllSecure program, which was created by Informa, the group that owns the
Heading to starboard, the Daydreamer now looks not so far the land, the port of Capraia. A peregrine falcon seems to be marking the trajectory of the upward currents that come across the spur that protects the harbour, dominated above by Fort St. George. The inlet of the port is
The 61st Genoa International Boat Show, which will be held this year from 16 to 21 september, will inevitably carry with it the memory of its previsious edition, which took place in a climate of health alert but was not unsuccessful, on the contrary. The 2020 edition was the first
Barbara Armerio has devised a strategy for the Permare Group that lays down the cornerstones of a future-oriented boating industry. A success rewarded by winning the “Le Fonti Awards” as CEO of the year and a strategy whose pieces on the chessboard see the Group’s concrete commitment to environmental sustainability
Kando130XL is the latest superyacht in the Kando series to be built by AvA Yachts, a prestigious Turkish boatyard based in Antalaya. Completely designed and crafted in-house by a skilled team of artisans, 39 meters in length overall, the yacht will flaunt the typical Kando features but with a significant
The expedition superyacht 37XP made its world debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival held from September 7-12. 37XP is the third yacht launched by Numarine, the Turkish shipbuilder with indisputable leadership in the superyacht market. With 37 meters of beauty and advanced technology, the 37XP flaunts the decisive character of
CMC Marine finds an important partner in the Saim group to attack Middle Eastern markets with its Waveless electronic stabilizer. When excellence meets excellence there is (always) a cheerful handshake behind it: and it is with the symbolic photograph of this fraternal gesture that CMC Marine announces its partnership with SAIM Group, which
The summer route leads to Marina di Portisco, which welcomes guests in Covid-free mode to guarantee a sustainable holiday in freedom. Thanks to its strategic position at the entrance of the enchanting Gulf of Cugnana, the natural gateway to the Emerald Coast in north-western Sardinia, Marina di Portisco is the
Filippetti Yacht extends warranty to 5 years for new yacht buyers By choosing this formula, the Mondolfo-based boatyard is taking a closer look at the peace of mind of its customers, who are increasingly keen to preserve the value of their boats over time. “We want to offer our customers
The Saim Group, whose business is focused on the Marine, Industrial and Engineering sectors, celebrates its first 70 years of activity. The celebrations speak of a history of success and continuous evolution, including in the nautical field. At the origin of this articulated and all-Italian business is founder Donato Donà, active in the
The 61st Genoa Boat Show will be back from 16 to 21 September to amaze the recreational boating with over 1,000 boats on display. A great success that, as usual, will be covered by the six magazines of The International Yachting Media publishing group. This partnership is aimed at spreading,
The new Ice 70 is one of the most eagerly awaited sailing yachts on the market, and being journalists is not enough to judge it correctly. To be able to judge a yacht of this kind correctly, you have to have been an owner. An owner who, while intensively loving
Darwin 115 tastes the waters of the Middle Adriatic and will soon be handed over by Cantiere delle Marche to her owner, a fishing enthusiast. Here’s how the general trials attended by well-known designer Sergio Cutolo went. “The name Darwin is an evergreen name, it never gets old and is
ORCHESTRA changes the way people communicate at sea with a new technology that uses satellites in geosynchronous orbit (GSO), those in lower orbits (LEO) and 5G terrestrial technology to exchange information: “an integrated, high-performance solution”. Produced by Inmarsat, which plans to inject $100 million into the operation for an operational
ISA Yachts, a brand of Palumbo Superyachts, announces the launch of the elegant and majestic Classic 65 m M/Y Resilience ‘M/Y Resilience is a project in which we have invested a lot and which fills us with enormous pride. I thank the owner and his family who have given us
Two more months and the triumph of nautical history will bring its exploits to the Monaco Yacht Show 2021 to be tinged with the Principality’s blue blood. A “phenomenal fleet of superyachts that will be on display for purchase or weekly chartering” will be on the catwalk at Porto Ercole,
In the wonderful setting of Torre San Marco, the Vandutch 32 – an iconic boat, almost an artwork- was presented to the most authoritative nautical press. The location was ideal because, in the waters of Lake Garda surrounding Torre San Marco, formerly owned by Italian poet Gabriele D’Annunzio, the anti-submarine
Seen from beyond the keel hidden by the abyss, the Tecnomar EVO 120 emerges from the compact sea in a streamlined geometry with decisive yet moderate characteristics, almost like a “V” lying horizontally on the stretch of water where the apex of the lines meets the slender bow, which in
Ocean Alexander, a Taiwanese company whose shipyards operate in Taiwan and the United States, delivered no fewer than eight yachts between April and June this year. These figures give an idea of the depth of this major player in the nautical world which, in terms of production, ranks fourth in
YYachts continues its successful cooperation with Bill Tripp. The Custom Division of the Greifswald shipyard just launched a 90-foot carbon slup, the design and construction of which came from the drawing board of the US designer. The yacht, one of the biggest sailing yachts ever built in Germany, has been
The design of the Explorer 49.5, started about 12 months ago, is now complete and the construction site is currently being decided Great cruising range, comfort on board and social layout. These are three of the keywords that guided Tommaso Spadolini in designing the new Explorer 49.5. The project, started
Another success for Baglietto who announces the signature of a new order for a T52 superyacht pencilled by Francesco Paszkowski Design Baglietto shipyard can celebrate another achievement -the fifth of the year- just after the sale of the two DOM 133, announced in the last two weeks. The new 52m
The Italian Sea Group (TISG) has shown interest in taking over Perini Navi, an international leader in the production of luxury sailing yachts. Perini Navi, which has been in bankruptcy since January and has been entrusted to trustee Franco Della Santa, will be sold to the highest bidder, with an
Everyone has seen Project JAP on the Kiel channel, a mastodon taking shape and presenting its credentials to the public very well. Project JAG, a superyacht almost 18 meters wide, hit the water of the Baltic Sea for the first time last June 22nd. The launch, in Lürssen typical old-fashioned
Monaco, June 2021. Bering Yachts has signed a new contract for a one-off, 23-metre explorer yacht with a European client who has plans to cruise the world. “The client was looking for a tough, go-anywhere explorer yacht with oceanic range, which is what Bering does best,” says yard founder and
The International Yachting Media acquires YachtingNews.com , the American yachting information portal. YachtingNews.com,a domain of significant value and international stature, has been acquired by The International Yachting Media, the global all-digital and multilingual yachting publishing giant founded by Luca D’Ambrosio in 2014. “With the acquisition of YachtingNews.com, the result of an
A commendable initiative by the organizing body of the Venice Boat Show 2021 which, in order to promote the event and nautical tourism, is giving away free entrance tickets and three-night mooring to all the visitors who choose to reach the event by sea. The Venezia Certosa Marina will host boats from 5 to 70
Magazzù MX 12 Gran Sport Sea Trial There are shipyards that succeed in creating unique lines from a few traits. Those are the boats that, even from a distance, you can recognize at first glance. And this is certainly the case of Cantieri Magazzù which has been manufacturing first-class beautiful boats for over
Magazzù MX-14 Classic If there was a way to synthesize the quintessence of the beauty of a Maxi Rib, this would be undoubtedly be a shot of the Magazzù MX-14 Classic. The MX-14 is not a boat for everyone. Very popular among VIPs and celebrities, this yacht is designed for
If, thinking about the Pardo 38, your mind evokes glamorous scenes of luxury cocktails enjoyed in the trendiest ports and anchorages of the moment, you are only partially right. While her bold beauty is clear at first sight, to better understand her marine qualities, her innate ability to meet the multiple
The new Magazzù MX-13 Gran Coupé is probably the most anticipated Maxi Rib of the year. Many owners, in fact, have booked their visit on board to discover her, in absolute preview and in total peace, at Cannes Yachting Festival. We, instead, we were rather lucky since we had the possibility
BERING B77 VERONIKA WAS LAUNCHED IN ANTALYA Veronika, the 23.99-metre Bering B77 explorer, was launched at the Bering Yachts facility in Turkey. This is the first of four launches in the Antalya Free Zone planned by Bering Yachts for 2021, including the launch of a Bering 70, Bering 92 and
Moskito, YN 19255, previously known as Project Pollux. has been just delivered. At 55 metres with a Gross Tonnage of 760 GT, she is the second yacht delivered by Heesen in 2021. With muscular exterior lines by Omega Architects, characterised by ‘shark-tooth’ superstructure overhangs and vertical windows, Heesen’s 55-metre class epitomises
Alexander Marine International, the importer of Ocean Alexander yachts, announce the sale and delivery of the recently debuted 32 Legend Motoryacht (32L). The Ocean Alexander 32 Legend debuted at the 2020 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show as the much-awaited update to the popular OA 100’ motoryacht. The Ocean Alexander 100
Columbus Yachts, a brand of Palumbo Superyachts, is pleased to announce the launch of a new line devoted to elegance and versatility: Atlantique. The first of a series of 3 boats, the Columbus Atlantique 43m fully reflects Hot Lab’s design philosophy, “Architecture for Voyagers”, a combination of stylistic, design and
The 55-metre Feadship Somnium is close to completion Emerging from the yard in Aalsmeer this week for final finishing and sea trials is the newest member of the Feadship fleet. The 55-metre Somnium, which is Latin for dream, is designed to take three generations of family members on a series
Elegant, innovative and loudly cheeky, the Magazzù Targa 45 welcomes us on board with the American flag hoisted on the hard-top, which in this model with a clear automotive imprint, forms a whole with the pilot-house, the distinctive feature of this revolutionary boat that takes the best from the luxury
The Italian Sea Group and Giorgio Armani announce a new partnership Coming like a bolt from the blue, this piece of news, due to the importance of the names involved, is inevitably destined to (positively) upset a market that has always had innovation among its main driving forces. It therefore
The pioneering SEA Index, has been endorsed by one of the maritime world’s most well-known and respected names, Lloyd’s Register. The news was announced by the Superyacht Eco Association (SEA) at the 10th La Belle Classe Superyacht Environmental Symposium, held as part of Monaco Ocean Week in the principality (25
A delegation of ItalianYachtMasters captains was welcomed at the Amico & Co. shipyard by Giulia Cominotti and Jessima Timberlake, Booking & Customer Care Managers at the new Waterfront Marina. On a wonderful sunny day, the captains visited the docks of the shipyards and saw first-hand the state of the art
Boating industry protagonists: Michele Marzucco It is difficult to think of boating innovation without immediately associating it with one of Quick Spa products. Boasting a global distribution and a boundless production, with all items designed and manufactured in-house, the company is a true hive of ideas. But, while the reputation
Razeto and Casareto: 100 years of expertise, design and innovation in the sector of handles and locks for yachts and superyachts. If you think that handles and locks for boats are home-derived items, you are wrong. The vibrations caused by both navigation and saltiness aggression risk compromising their durability and
Heesen Yachts is delighted to announce that the launch of YN 19550, Project Altea, took place at the facility in Oss on February 19. Altea is the second yacht built on the Nova Plus design and engineering platform. Previous Next Heesen Project Altea Heesen Project Altea, a 50-metre all-aluminium, sports
The Feadship Project 817 is a groundbreaking eco-friendly superyacht Built for an exceptionally experienced yachtsman, the groundbreaking Project 817 has left the Feadship yard in Kaag for the first time. Having chartered virtually every Feadship available in the global fleet over recent years, the owner of Project 817 set the
On the 19th of February 2021 the 141.6-metre Nord (previously Project Opus) left the Lürssen shipyard and began her maiden voyage. Lürssen NORD Responsible for her stunning exterior and interior design is the Italian design studio Nuvolari-Lenard, who have given Nord her striking appearance with a bow design never before
Vanguard is a 65-meter-long Explorer Superyacht equipped with hybrid propulsion and a SPA that can be used even in the most extreme weather conditions on the planet. Released Vanguard’s new renders, Hydro Tec’s twenty-fifth anniversary celebratory project, a design studio always capable of great innovative thrusts, with a particular focus
Caterpillar Marine appointed Alex Berg as new global head of pleasure craft & yachting. Caterpillar Marine has recently announced a new industry development team, organized to focus on the key segments of the overall marine business, and appointed Alex Berg as new global head of pleasure craft & yachting. Alex
Fabiani Yacht unveils Futura 101 Ibrida, the real hybrid superyacht. After the successful presentation of its six latest creations in the form ofFutura 101 Hybrid solar panels scale models at the 60th Genoa International Boat Show, Fabiani Yacht is proud to announce its seventh wonder and 2021 new-entry, the Futura
CMC Marine climbs on board the new Benetti Oasis 40M with its fin stabilizers. CMC Marine meets My Rebecca. In other words, technology gets glamorous. The brand,cmc-marine-benetti-oasis-by-night leader in the sector of yacht and superyacht’s electrically-operated stabilization systems, climbs on board the Oasis 40M, the latest creation by Benetti Yachts
Boating News App : six magazines, a virtual boat show and an online pilot book. Everything in a single App, available for free, for all boating enthusiasts. The world’s most popular yachting magazine never ceases to amaze. The latest addition can be found directly from your smartphone or tablet. You
Columbus Sport 50 Metres: launch, video and sea trials. The vertical bow and sleek lines characterise this new Columbus Sport 50 Metres which, like the early models in the Sport line which is now universally recognised as an icon of sportiness and elegance, breaks the mould and dazzles with its
The Dubai Boat Show 2021 has been cancelled This decision had been in the air for a few weeks but was officially confirmed yesterday when, due to the continuing Covid 19 pandemic, the organisers announced the cancellation of the 2021 edition, scheduled for 10-13 March. The postponement was also decided
Benetti Yachtmaster 2021 Benetti launches its twenty-first Yachtmaster in an unprecedented phygital version. This long-running event dedicated to captains and professionals in the superyacht industry will be held this year on February 18 and 19, offering a packed programme of opportunities to meet and exchange views, interspersed with entertainment initiatives.
Bering Yachts announces sale of second B145 explorer yacht Just six months after the sale of the first unit, Bering Yachts has sold a second hull in its flagship 44-metre series. It is the 8th project currently in build at the brand’s facility in Antalya, Turkey. Designed by Bering’s in-house
Guidi Srl signs an agreement with Barrus for the expansion of the UK market Guidi Srl, the well-known Italian company, international leader in the production of nautical accessories, has signed a partnership agreement with E.P. Barrus, the historic British distributor. The aim is to increase its presence in the United
Numarine 37XP Superyacht : sold! Numarine, the European high-performance motor-yacht shipyard headquartered in Istanbul, Turkey continues to expand its fleet of explorer yachts with its latest addition to the XP series: the 37XP. “We’re excited to offer our clients the fifth model of the proven XP Series” comments Omer Malaz,
The seventh episode of Heesen ’s Yacht Talk kicked off 2021 by divulging some of the secrets behind creating the ultimate onboard experience for superyacht owners and guests. The topics include quality crew training, recruiting with diversity and how to create inviting environments to entice Millennials to step aboard. On
The team at Amels and Damen Yachting has signed a new 72-metre (236 ft) full custom project to be built under its Damen Yachting brand. When delivered in early 2024, the vessel will explore the world with a hugely capable platform featuring hybrid propulsion for zero-emission cruising and accommodation for
Following the delivery of 50-metre Tankoa Yachts Olokun to her new owner at the end of last year, the shipyard has released the first running images of the full-aluminium yacht. Photographed on route to the Côte d’Azur where she will spend her first season, the images highlight the yacht’s dramatic
Boot Düsseldorf 2021 will not take place, it is now postponed until next year when, we hope, the pandemic will be over. Messe Düsseldorf, the show’s promoter, has decided to cancel this edition and schedule the next one in a year’s time, thus breaking its promise to hold the boat
Custom Yacht: the custom superyachts boutique You may have never thought about it, but the boat is like a suit that the owner must be able to wear perfectly. “This is why, like a tailor who makes tailor-made suits, we too built custom boats”, states Mauro Corvisieri, founder of Custom
Bering Yachts lays the keel for the 33-metre B107 superyacht Bering Yachts announce the keel laying of the semi-custom B107 superyacht. The 4th yacht sold by Bering in 2020 means a total of 7 yachts are currently in construction at the brand’s dedicated facility in Antalya, Turkey. In line with
Perini Navi: 30 million binding agreement signed with Blue Skye and Arena Investors. Viareggio, 19 January 2021. Perini Navi and Fenix Holding announce that they have signed an agreement with the investment funds Blue Skye and Arena Investors. The binding offer submitted by Blue Skye and Arena Investors provides for
Thandeka is a stunning 37m Camper & Nicholsons yacht with an outstanding design pedigree. Originating from the drafting boards of renowned designer Ed Dubois, her classically elegant Redman Whitely interior is impeccably maintained, featuring calming cream and grey tones that are complemented by an abundance of warm-hued varnished wood. Guests
Briatore’s Force Blue superyacht will be auctioned in late January First at auction, then in the courtroom. For the last time. The odyssey of Flavio Briatore’s Force Blue superyacht is coming to an end, between the search for a new owner and the announcement of a final verdict that has been awaited
Horizon FD87: sold to repeat Horizon owner At an overall length of 90’ with a 23’ 3” beam, an enclosed skylounge, on-deck master stateroom, High Performance Piercing bow and hull design and tremendous interior volume, Horizon’s FD87 Skyline ticks all of the boxes for owners seeking that perfect combination of
Buy a boat, Coronavirus can’t swim Nothing will be back as normal. That’s for sure, everybody knows that. In a few weeks, restrictions will be eased and we will all begin to experience a new way of working, moving and interacting with people. In short, a new way of life
A year is coming to an end. Yes, it’s true, it has been a terrible year but, given that we can do very little compared to the past, let’s try to analyze the last 12 months under a different, objective light. What is ending is a year that has been
Heesen Yachts announce the sale of a highly customised superyacht based on the proven platform of the 50-metre Steel Class. YN 20150, code-named Project Oslo24, is the fifth yacht sold by Heesen Yachts in 2020, and the second sold in December. The client, an accomplished yachtsman who will also captain
The way Nuvolari Lenard envisages the future of ‘wellness living’ in yacht design Carlo Nuvolari, cofounding partner and chief naval engineer at the internationally awarded Venice-based Nuvolari Lenard design studio, shares his thoughts on why considering a deeper, more holistic approach to wellness offers a better, more contemporary solution for
Rossinavi has recently delivered its 52-meter masterpiece Florentia, previously launched during a private ceremony in June.
Royal Huisman PHI, the world longest superyacht under 500 GT Until now, PHI’s length was a mysterious “55m+”. With her launch coming up in 2021 it is time to reveal her actual overall length: 58.5m / 192ft, which makes her – based on today’s Classification rules – by far the
Bentley Blower: after 90 years the series restart ! After 40,000 hours of work, Bentley Mulliner has today completed the first new Bentley Blower in 90 years, with the delivery of Car Zero – the prototype car for the Blower Continuation Series. This highly exclusive run of 12 customer cars
Bentley Pikes Peak Continental GT Limited Edition: just 15 hand-built cars The 15 striking Pikes Peak Continental GT by Mulliner limited edition cars have made their way around the world to their new owners. Celebrating Bentley’s record-breaking run up the world-renowned Pikes Peak course in Colorado, USA, this unique and
Extra Yachts sold the first Extra X99, solar panels and environmental sensitivity EXTRA Yachts, a brand of Palumbo Superyachts, announce the sale to an American customer of a new model: Extra X99. Innovation and uniqueness are the key factors for the success of this line, which is now enriched with
A history of sailing : inside the Rolex Giraglia offshore race 2019 Joining the Rolex Giraglia is much more than taking part in a sailing competition. This is well known by boat owners who, year after year, want to continue to breathe its exciting atmosphere. This is well known by
Gulf Craft announce the launch of the much-anticipated Majesty 175, the world’s largest composite yacht in production today. The splashing ceremony was held at the Shipyard in the United Arab Emirates and celebrated along with the yacht’s owner, a prominent Emirati businessman. Majesty 175: the Gulf Craft flagship The project
Columbus Yachts, a brand of Palumbo Superyachts announce the sale of Project ‘Lady’, a new 50-metre model in the “Custom” series. Columbus Custom 50-metre project lady This model represents a new era for Columbus’s full-custom line and confirms the brand’s commitment to creating projects tailored to the customers. The styling,
Built of a lightweight carbon composite, the Mazu 82 Superyacht combines a clean profile, expansive decks and large hull windows with the outstanding performance, efficiency and handling. The celebrated Turkish designer Tanju Özelgin created the interior layout and design of the Mazu 82 Superyacht. Working closely with the shipyard, Özelgin
Filippetti Yacht, one of the shipyards that best represent the Made in Italy in the world, is celebrating its 10th anniversary these days. Capable of complex designs characterized by a very high customization level, the shipyard is run by Fausto Filippetti who, from the top of his 40-year experience, has accompanied us
Crossing the sea is always exciting, no matter where you’re leaving from or the destination you’re heading to: the mere thought of running on a imaginary line linking what the sea divides always makes me excited and hopeful. This happens every time I sail and it was like this for the respectworthy “Lion”
the fact that Sergio Cutolo is probably the highest expression of design and engineering when it comes to explore is certainly no secretWith Hydro Tec, he has designed and engineered many over the last 25 years, developing an unparalleled experience and marking evolutionary stages that have entered history. A recent
Philippe Briand has unveiled the latest sailing superyacht concept to come from his London- based design studio: the 90-metre (300-foot) Briand SY300. With a traditional sailing rig, the 1,550-tonne ketch has been created to outperform other sailing megayachts on the water today, as well as to provide a head-turning aesthetic
Among the superyachts exhibited at the Monaco Boat Show this year, there was also the flagship of Monte Carlo Yachts: the MCY 105. This is a boat that has undeniable qualities in a segment, that of superyachts, where design research, aimed at impressing, often comes at the expense of rationalisation
It’s called GS 80 Custom and it’s the very first of a new series of boats that Cantiere del Pardo wanted to offer its owners a high level, custom and semi custom yachts, up to eighty feet in length. Able to amaze by introducing superbly beautiful boats, when this shipyard
Link to The International Yachting Media Digest The first question for an editor when dealing with the creation of a new medium is certainly about the benefits it will offer to its readers. It’s just following this principle that, 5 years ago, I started what is now the world’s most
Distinguished and elegant, with a unique beauty all of her own, the 58-metre Feadship Najiba certainly lives up to her name, meaning ‘noble’. Designed as a family super-yacht for experienced owners, this latest scion of the Feadship fleet blends sleek and minimalist exterior lines with a detailed, high-end interior. Having owned several yachts,
It’s not everyday, actually it never happens to see three masterpieces, three symbols of the Italian boating industry, parade all together to the pleasure of spectators. It was a spectacle that left the City of Livorno and even the Benetti shipyard itself speechless. Everyone there was amazed, bewitched and, above
Yachts are dream items. And it’s strange to think how the concept of dream itself is often repressed by the respect for traditional beauty standards, very often too similar to themselves. It’s as if yachting industry is inevitably forced to express creativity moving inside preset, certain, conventional, classic limits. Like when
Yachting design follows a very particular evolution and wallows in long standstill periods where, rather than delighted by novelties, beauty standards are simply restyled and updated although generally welcomed as up with the times in that specific historical moment. Real leaps forward take shape only rarely, every twenty years or more. They are simple quantum leaps
