The largest solar boat ever built, the MS Tûranor PlanetSolar was successfully re-launched in La Ciotat today, following over 6 months of maintenance and optimization. Its 2013 solar campaign will be officially launched in Monaco on March 18. ... read full story
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PlanetSolar is back in the water after six months of maintenance and optimization
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Eco-friendly yachts and products on display at upcoming Singapore Yacht Show
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This year's Singapore Yacht Show is set to go 'green', with such spectacular eco-friendly vessels on display as the 57,5m sailing yacht Twizzle by Royal Huisman. ... read full story
A very busy early 2013 for Horizon with 6 yachts scheduled to deliver soon
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It is a very busy period for the well known Taiwan-based buider Horizon, with 6 yachts due to be delivered between now and April. Founded in 1987, the shipyard has already delivered more than 640 yachts. ... read full story
CharterWorld Exclusive: Interview with Marnix Hoekstra of Vripack
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An exclusive interview with one of Vripack's Directors, Marnix Hoekstra, where we have a chat about the company's exciting new projects, such as VriThink or the 50m version of motor yacht Project Liquid. We also discuss why yachts E&E and Jasmin are such successful charter yachts. ... read full story
77m WETA Yacht Project (Hull U77, Gin Tonic II) taken to Whangarei in New Zealand
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The impressive and very secretive WETA Yacht Project (also known as hull U77 and Gin Tonic II) has been reported by various New Zealand and international sources towed to Port Nikau in Northland. The move has taken place last week and the local company, Culham Engineering, will presumably continue with her refit. Superyacht WETA is... ... read full story
CdM Yachts to attend Miami Yacht & Brokerage Show with second Darwin Class 86 Explorer Yacht PERCHERON on display
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After an amazing cruise in a beautiful yacht charter destination - the Caribbean, the second Darwin Class 86 superyacht Percheron will be showcased by Cantiere delle Marche (CdM) at the upcoming Miami Yacht & Brokerage Show. ... read full story
Latest project to compete for IY&A Awards 2013: RMK 5000 True Luxury Explorer Yacht Concept by Hot Lab
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The breathtaking RMK 5000 True Luxury Explorer yacht concept, created by Hot Lab & Design, has been nominated for the 2013 International Yacht & Aviation Award. There are two primary variations within the design: the True Luxury Explorer as well as the Leisure. Both of these can comfortably sleep 10 guests in total. ... read full story
Intrepid South Pacific charter vacation aboard luxury yacht SURI
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Luxury expedition and support yacht SURI will be available for rent from 10th of February in Patagonia, followed by French Polynesia, beginning April 30th. In between she will visit other exotic charter destinations, including the Easter Islands, Pitcairn Islands as well as Kiribati. ... read full story
Horizon participates in 2013 Cavallino Yacht Hop and private wine testing
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The respected Taiwan-based manufacturer, Horizon, attended two prestigious events this past weekend: the 2013 Cavallino Yacht Hop as well as a private wine tasting, both hsoted by Palm Harbor Marina in West Palm Beach, Florida. There were E88 superyacht and EP69 yacht on display. ... read full story
Luxury expedition charter yacht HANSE EXPLORER featuring Yacht Carbon Offset
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The magnificent 48-metre expedition yacht Hanse Explorer has recently introduced Yacht Carbon Offset. The vessel's charter guests are now offered the possibility to eliminate the carbon footprint of their charter. ... read full story