Construction of the all-new 140' superyacht KingBaby by IAG Yachts is well underway. Designed by Evan K. Marshall, this striking vessel is scheduled for delivery in early 2015 and will make its premiere at the 2015 Miami International Boat Show. ... 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?
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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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Cantiere delle Marche signs new contract for sale of explorer yacht Darwin Class 86′
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Cantiere delle Marche has proudly announced the sale of the new superyacht Darwin Class 86'. It is the third sale in the last 4 months. ... read full story
Ivan Erdevicki announces further development of catamaran motor yacht KingCAT80 design
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Ivan Erdevicki has proudly announced the further development of their catamaran superyacht KingCAT80 design, commissioned by Kingship Marine from Hong Kong. It is now available in two versions, first with an open fly bridge and a sundeck aft, and second with a fully enclosed, air-conditioned fly bridge. ... read full story
Amels announces sale of new motor yacht AMELS 180
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The leading Dutch shipyard, Amels, has proudly announced the sale of the new superyacht AMELS 180, with exterior design by Tim Heywood and interior design by Christian Liaigre. She will be delivered in just 16 months. ... read full story
72ft Claasen luxury yacht LOUISE completes her maiden voyage to Rio de Janeiro
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Built by the prominent Dutch manufacturer Claasen Shipyards, the 72-foot luxury yacht Louise (ex Bougainville) has successfully completed her maiden voyage to Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. This lovely and elegant racer/cruiser has been designed by Berret Racoupeau, with interior design by Rhoades Young. ... read full story
Raphael Laloux-designed 65m explorer yacht ATLANTIC concept
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Measuring impressive 65 meters in length, expedition yacht Atlantic concept, a finalist of the Young Designer of the Year Award at the ShowBoats Design Awards 2013, has been penned by Raphael Laloux from France. She represents a re-interpretation of the automobile universe in a yacht. ... read full story
ShowBoats Design Awards 2014 for two French superyacht designers
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Two French superyacht designers, Pascal Conq and Raphael Laloux, have been honoured with the prestigious ShowBoats Design Award 2014, as proudly announced by the French luxury yacht builder, JFA Yachts. ... read full story
Gulf Craft displaying three superyachts at Dubai Boat Show 2014
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Officially opened today, the 2014 Dubai Boat Show features three luxury superyachts by Gulf Craft: Majesty 135, Majesty 121 and Majesty 105, as well as a special presentation of the beautiful interiors of superyacht Majesty 155, which is currently under construction. ... read full story
AITAC among IY&A Awards 2014 Finalists with motor yacht CM42 concept
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Dutch company AITAC has been selected as one of the finalists for the International Yacht & Aviation Award 2014, with their superyacht CM42 concept, entering the ‘Yacht Concept Design over 30 metres‘ category. ... read full story
Luxury motor yacht Project Symphony by Raphael Laloux
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Young French designer, Raphael Laloux, has recently won the Young Designer of the Year Award 2014 at the ShowBoats Design Awards with his superyacht Project Symphony. This striking concept is based on unusual 60m commercial vessel SWATH. ... read full story