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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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The new 55m motor yacht Project OXYGEN by BMT Nigel Gee and Claydon Reeves
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Measuring 55 meters in length, the highly innovative catamaran yacht Project Oxygen is a result of an excellent partnership between BMT Nigel Gee and Claydon Reeves. Featuring a state-of-the-art Extreme Semi-SWATH (XSS) hullform, Oxygen is a splendid dive-explorer, boasting its own submarine. ... read full story
The new 40m blue-water sailing yacht OCD 130 by Owen Clarke Design to be revealed at MYS 2012
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The latest concept of the UK-based Owen Clarke Design, the 40m blue-water superyacht OCD 130, will be unveiled at the 2012 Monaco Yacht Show, starting next week. Built in carbon composite, this lovely cruiser offers five- or four-owner/guest cabin versions. ... read full story
45m Power Explorer Yacht TUG – a new concept by Newcruise
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Luxury motor yacht project TUG is one of the latest concepts created by the German design studio Newcruise. Power Explorer Yacht TUG will take her Owner any place in the world. ... read full story
75 m Luxury Motor Yacht CUBE concept by Newcruise
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CUBE superyacht concept is the latest luxury yacht design from the well known design studio NEWCRUISE. The 75 m concept is intended for a gentlemen seeking a classic yacht with a modern twist. ... read full story
Messerschmitt Yachts to attend Monaco Yacht Show 2012
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The new MTT-Refugium superyacht will be presented by the Swiss shipyard, Messerschmitt Yachts, at the next Monaco Yacht Show. ... read full story
NISI Yachts reveals the new motor yacht NISI 1700 at Cannes Boat Show
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Currently under construction, NISI Yachts has unveiled its newest NISI 1700 yacht at the 2012 Cannes International Boat Show. A sistership to NISI 2400 superyacht, this splendid sport cruiser boasts naval architecture by Setzer Design Group. ... read full story
The new 110m motor sailor yacht Project ATLAS by H2 Yacht Design and Laurent Giles Superyacht Architects
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The latest joint venture of H2 Yacht Design and Laurent Giles Superyacht Architects represents the 110m megayacht Project Atlas. This magnificent vessel utilises both the motor as well as sail power, reaching a comfortable cruising speed of 16 knots. ... read full story
Wider Yachts at the Cannes and Monaco boat shows 2012
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The Italian manufacturer, Wider Yachts, is currently exhibiting its new Wider 42’ Côte D’Azur Edition yacht at the Cannes Boat Show, where the company is also presenting the new developments on its spectacular Wider 150 superyacht. Subsequently, they will attend the Monaco Yacht Show. ... read full story
New LOGICA yacht range at Cannes Boat Show
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The new LOGICA RANGE, designed by renowned Luca Brenta will be presented at the upcoming Cannes Boat Show. Two luxury vessels belonging to this successful range are currently in build, including the 30m motor yacht Logica 98 as well as the 45m superyacht Logica 147. ... read full story