Luxury superyacht HELIOS is a 88m project developed by Axis - Horacio Bozzo Design for the prestigious Italian shipyard Benetti as part of their Benetti Design Innovation Project presented in Monaco this year. ... 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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88m Motor Yacht HELIOS by Axis – Horacio Bozzo Design for Benetti Design Innovation Project
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Christian Grande designed 21-metre catamaran yacht PICCHIO BOAT concept
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A new concept developed by the Italian designer, Christian Grande, is the magnificent 21-metre catamaran yacht Picchio Boat. Ideal for cruising in the maximum luxury and comfort for extended periods, she provides 3 well appointed cabins, including a master cabin, along with 2 large VIP cabins. ... read full story
New SCOD catamaran yacht DynaWing AC72 – the only AC72 Challenger that isn’t designed to capsize
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Sauter Carbon Offset Design (SCOD) presents their latest DynaWing AC72 yacht. This magnificent vessel boasts a Schooner Rig measuring only 32 meters, but keeping the same sail area as the 40-metre Wingsail rig. This ensures a significantly reduced heeling moment. ... read full story
Bruce Johnson and Rockport Marine designed sailing yacht W.123 by W-Class Yacht Company to debut at the 2012 FLIBS
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Making her debut at the upcoming Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, the latest W.123 superyacht is one of the three new designs, making part of the W-Class Yacht Company's expanding family. She is developed by Bruce Johnson, former chief designer of Sparkman & Stephens, and Rockport Marine Yacht Design. ... read full story
New Outer Reef “Explorer Series” presented by Setzer Yacht Architects
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The two US companies, Setzer Yacht Architects and Outer Reef Yachts, have collaborated to develop the new Outer Reef "Explorer Series". The first vessel belonging to this highly innovative series is a 105' yacht, scheduled for delivery in late 2014. ... read full story
Motor yacht CLOUD 90 project designed by Marco Casali for the “Benetti Design Innovation Project”
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Representing the future of yachting, the breathtaking superyacht Cloud 90 project is one of the three new designs developed by Marco Casali for the "Benetti Design Innovation Project". ... read full story
Motor yacht PRINCIPESSA 72 project designed by Marco Casali for the “Benetti Design Innovation Project”
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One of the three new yacht projects presented by Marco Casali for the "Benetti Design Innovation Project" is the magnificent megayacht Principessa 72 project. The main characteristics of this unique vessel are her slender lines and the gracefulness. ... read full story
Motor yacht AMARCORD 56 project designed by Marco Casali for the “Benetti Design Innovation Project”
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Taking inspiration from the historical lines of the Benetti ships of the '70s, Marco Casali presents its latest Amarcord 56 yacht project, created for the "Benetti Design Innovation Project". ... read full story
Franck Darnet signs a new contract for the 45m superyacht SUNSET by Sunrise Yachts
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Due to be launched in summer 2013, the well known French design studio, Franck Darnet Design, has signed another contract with the Turkish builder, Sunrise Yachts, for its newest Sunset superyacht. Sunset is a sistership to the successful 45-metre luxury yacht Africa. ... read full story
New motor yacht Alpha 87 Express Sport by Cheoy Lee
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The building process of the newest Alpha 87 Express Sport by Cheoy Lee is in a full swing. This lovely vessel provides luxurious and comfortable accommodation in 4 beautiful staterooms. ... read full story