Measuring 80 feet in LOA, superyacht R80 is a new flagship of the Dutch company, Rapsody Yachts. Featuring retro looks and fast sailing capabilities, she is expected to be completely built in the Netherlands. ... read full story
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Heesen Yachts announces sale of 50m superyacht Project AZURO (YN 16650)
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The sale of the 50m luxury motor yacht Project AZURO (YN 16650) has been officially announced by Heesen Yachts. Due to be delivered at the end of May 2014, this superb vessel features exterior design by Frank Laupman of Omega Architects and interior design by Francesco Paszkowski. ... read full story
68m Sunrise mega yacht Project SKYFALL (N681) with naval architecture by Mulder Design
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Mulder Design has proudly announced that they have been chosen as the naval architect of the new 68m superyacht Project Skyfall (N681) by Sunrise Yachts. She is scheduled for delivery in 2017. ... read full story
EXCLUSIVE: Interview with luxury yacht designer Stefano Pastrovich
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Stefano Pastrovich is a renowned luxury yacht designer, well known for his work on yachts such as Le Grand Bleu, SenseS yacht, Mystere Shadow or luxury yacht Life Saga. He was also the Chief Designer at the Wally style office and continues working on the styling of Wally's powerboats to this day. The Stefano Pastrovich Studio is located in Monaco. ... read full story
New 50m fast sailing yacht concept by Van Geest and Rob Doyle
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Van Geest Design and Rob Doyle Design have collaborated on a new 50m fast superyacht design. This striking sloop provides luxurious accommodation in 4 stylish cabins. ... read full story
Admiral Tecnomar USA announces sale of motor yacht Impero 37 RPH
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The sale of the 37m Admiral superyacht Impero 37 RPH has been proudly announced by Barin Cardenas, Director of Admiral Tecnomar USA. The vessel has been beautifully designed by Luca Dini, in partnership with Admiral's Group Style Center. ... read full story
Images of 24m Lynx motor yacht Project YXT One designed by Diana Yacht Design
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These are the images of the new 24m superyacht Project YXT One, currently in build at Lynx Yachts in the Netherlands. The vessel has been beautifully penned by Diana Yacht Design. ... read full story
Sale of 50m Heesen Yacht AZURO (YN 16650)
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The highly innovative and striking 50m Heesen superyacht AZURO (YN 16650) has been recently sold. Due to be delivered at the end of May 2014, AZURO boasts beautiful interior designed by acclaimed Francesco Paszkowski. ... read full story
Sunreef Yachts to be present at Dubai International Boat Show 2014
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The forthcoming Dubai International Boat Show will be attended by Sunreef Yachts. The yard is expected to unveil further details about its 90 Sunreef Power yacht and 210 Power Trimaran yacht projects. ... read full story