At the 2025 Palm Beach International Boat Show Benetti revealed renderings and details of 85m (278’8”) superyacht PROJECT LIFE, the latest collaboration between the renowned shipyard and leading yacht designers Espen Øino International and Zuretti Design. The megayacht is Benetti’s largest ever engineering-platform-based yacht, a building approach that ensures owners can focus on design and... ... read full story
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Bilgin Yachts unveil 50m superyacht CAMILA from the Bilgin 163 series
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Bilgin Yachts has once again raised the bar in the world of superyachts with the launch of 49.95m (163’8”) CAMILA, the latest 50-meter masterpiece from the acclaimed Bilgin 163 series. Unveiled at the shipyard’s headquarters in Istanbul, this stunning vessel is poised to redefine modern luxury when she sets sail for the 2025 season. She... ... read full story
Introducing Brand-New 50m superyacht AXA: Redefining luxury charters in the Adriatic
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The Adriatic yachting scene is set to welcome an extraordinary addition in June 2026: the 50m luxury superyacht AXA. Designed by Ivana Peko of Naval Design Solutions and crafted in Croatia under the meticulous eye of seventh-generation yacht entrepreneur Ante Ercegovic, AXA promises to redefine luxury yacht charters in the region with its modern design,... ... read full story
Bilgin Yachts announce the launch of 80m motor yacht AL REEM – the final unit in an award-winning trilogy
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This week, Turkish shipyard Bilgin Yachts announced the launch of 80m (262’6”) superyacht AL REEM, reinforcing their position at the forefront of luxury superyacht building. As a culmination of a three-year build the yacht is being celebrated as the final unit in an award-winning trilogy which include M/Y TATIANA and M/Y LEONA. The Bilgin team... ... read full story
Columbus Yachts announces the sale of their first CROSSOVER 47 explorer style yacht
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Columbus Yachts have announced the sale of the first 47m (154’2”) CROSSOVER 47 to a European client who can look forward to her delivery in 2027. The CROSSOVER 47 range combines contemporary aesthetics with practicality, creating the ultimate luxurious and functional experience. Her steel hull and aluminium superstructure are from a design by Hydro Tec,... ... read full story
Rebirth of a Legend: The Complete Rebuild of motor sailer ATLANTIDE at Huisfit by Royal Huisman
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Nearly 94 years after her initial launch, the historic motor sailer ATLANTIDE has been fully renewed by the skilled artisans at Huisfit by Royal Huisman. The 37m (122ft) yacht, originally launched in 1930, underwent a comprehensive rebuild that included replacing 40% of her hull, deck, and frames, reimagining her interior, and overhauling every onboard... ... read full story
Benetti have presented four new superyacht models at the Monaco Yacht Show 2024
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At a press conference this week, Benetti’s Head of Product Sebastiano Vida – and his design team – presented four new superyacht models to the international media gathered at the Hotel Hermitage Monte-Carlo. As well as releasing information about the new yachts, the Benetti Group emphasized their commitment to innovation in sustainability by combining future... ... read full story
Stunning 70m superyacht PROJECT OPAL from Mulder Design and Ares Yachts is unveiled in Turkey
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Mulder Design, the renowned Dutch naval architect and design studio, have unveiled superyacht PROJECT OPAL which is currently under construction at the Turkish shipyard Ares Yachts. The 70m (229’7”) hull is well underway, making her an enticing prospect for anyone looking to purchase with a short delivery time. The high-speed cruising hull is timelessly styled... ... read full story
Exciting new 52m superyacht T520 FENICE is unveiled by Tankoa
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Built as a sistership to the original T680 FENICE, this new Tankoa model – the T520 FENICE, named aft the famous Venetian opera house – captures the same grace, space, charm and ingenuity of her larger predecessor. “We once again asked Enrico Gobbi of the Venetian studio Team for Design to compose this second masterpiece,... ... read full story