Four New Unconventional Vessel Classes: Backpacker, Dressage, Freeride and Parkour, has been unveiled by Monaco-based design studio, Pastrovich. All of these represent a kind of Owner’s personality and are based on a key concept: Sport. ... read full story
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What is the latest news in the world of yacht design? What yacht designers are driving the latest and greatest superyacht projects?
This part of the site showcases news and information relating to new luxury yacht designs and design concepts as created and sent in by the large yacht designer community. Yacht design is the sometimes unheralded heart of the luxury yacht industry as this is where a large custom yacht begins her journey from conception to eventual launch and navigation.
CharterWorld keeps informed of the latest ideas, designs and technology in yachting as a pointer to where the yachting industry is heading. Some of the yacht designs in this section are general ideas or concepts that may never be built and become launched yachts whilst others have been commissioned and are currently in build or navigation.
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Power Catamaran AIR 99 by Oxygene Yachts
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Under development at Oxygene Yachts in France since the end of 2013, superyacht AIR 99 is a striking 99-foot power catamaran, with exterior and interior design by Frédéric Sarfati. She offers deluxe accommodation in 6 beautiful cabins. ... read full story
New 73m motor yacht Project SAPPHIRE by Tim Gilding Marine Design
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The all-new 73m mega yacht Project Sapphire has been developed by the UK-based design studio, Tim Gliding Marine Design. She can accommodate up to 12 guests in maximum comfort and luxury. ... read full story
Hull and superstructure of Wim van der Valk’s 37M Trawler 37.00 Yacht joined together
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Hull and superstructure of the new Wim van der Valk 37M Trawler 37.00 superyacht have been successfully joined together. Moreover, the yard has released the new interior renderings of this beautiful vessel, due to be delivered in spring 2015. ... read full story
New explorer motor yacht Z164 by Zeelander Yachts
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A new range of Luxury Explorers has been created by Zeelander Yachts from the Netherlands. This includes the 50-metre expedition yacht Z164, designed by Cor D. Rover, with naval architecture by Vripack. ... read full story
Latest 90m Parkour Class motor yacht X-KID STUFF concept by Pastrovich
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Monaco-based Patrovich studio has proudly introduced their new 90-metre superyacht X-Kid Stuff concept, as part of 4 New Unconventional Vessel Classes: Backpacker, Dressage, Freeride and Parkour. ... read full story
New Bahamas Superyacht Series by Rossinavi and Axis Group Yacht Design
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The all-new Bahamas Series of superyachts is currently under development at Rossinavi, in partnership with Axis Group Yacht Design and Horacio Bozzo Design. It includes the 48m (158') superyacht Bahamas 158, as well as the 40m (130') motor yacht Bahamas 130 - both MCA LY3 and MLC compliant for luxury yacht charter. ... read full story
Works on Tankoa S693 Yacht progressing well
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Genoa-based shipyard, Tankoa Yachts, has proudly announced that construction of mega yacht S693 is ahead of its production schedule by almost two weeks. The yard has also unveiled the interior renderings of this outstanding vessel. ... read full story
Sunreef 60 LOFT Yacht Range The Most Popular Amongst Sunreef Yachts Customers
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Polish builder, Sunreef Yachts, has proudly announced that their Sunreef 60 LOFT yacht range has become the most popular amongst their customers. The yard has recently launched the second Sunreef 60 LOFT sailing yacht MERI II. ... read full story
Update on construction of Hatteras GT70 Yacht
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Hatteras Yachts is making a huge progress in the construction of their new motor yacht GT70, set to make her premiere at the 2014 Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show. The 2600BHP MTU engines have been recently set for the final finish. ... read full story