Benetti have launched their newly restyled Classic 121’ semi-custom motor yacht range in Viareggio. The Benetti Classic 121’ motor yacht hull number BC125 is the first model of the Classic 121 range, and the second overall to be released in the new Benetti Class Range. Measuring 36m, the motor yacht was launched in late December 2010 ... read full story
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73m Motor Yacht Sapphire launched by Nobiskrug
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German superyacht builder Nobiskrug launched their 73.55m new build motor yacht Sapphire yesterday. The 73.55-meter superyacht Sapphire (hull number 781) was launched at the yard after having her scaffolding removed and was moved along side the Nobiskrug Yard for final work before the yacht is delivered to her owners in March 2011. ... read full story
Sanlorenzo Launches Motor Yacht CAROL, the Second 46 Steel
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Sanlorenzo has launched superyacht CAROL, the second 46 Steel motor yacht from the Italian yard. The 46 Steel is the first megayacht in steel - a new flagship of a tailor made fleet and is a finalist at the World Superyacht Awards 2011 organized by Boat International. ... read full story
Holterman 60 Govenor motor yacht by Vripack: European Powerboat of the year
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A perfect start of the Boot Düsseldorf 2011 as the Vripack designed Holterman 60 wins the European Powerboat of the Year Award in the displacement hull class. The Govenor is another Dutch Masterpiece and pinnacle of the long standing relation between builder Holterman Yachting and designer, naval architect Vripack. ... read full story
All Ocean Yachts Explorer motor yachts by Luiz de Basto Designs
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ALL OCEAN YACHTS in conjunction with Luiz de Basto Designs is delighted to announce the first in the creation of the new line of ALL OCEAN YACHTS EXPLORERS, the 90ft Explorer Motor Yacht (under 24m documented length) and 100’ cockpit Explorer motor yacht. ... read full story
ANATOMIC 42m motor yacht by Tiranian Yachts
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With the design of ANATOMIC 42 motor yacht a brand new vision of a yacht is born. The all aluminium, semi displacement motor yacht has an aggressive, yet, elegant exterior with harmonised shapes and clear lines with a sporty and fast character. Straight polished stainless steel elements all along the side windows emphasis the fast and slim attitude of the yacht lead into the very dynamic shape of the bow. ... read full story
New Concept Launches Anticipated at Abu Dhabi Yacht Show 2011.
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Some of the global superyacht industry’s most important players have signed up for the 3rd edition of the Abu Dhabi Yacht Show (ADYS) – the region’s only exhibition exclusively dedicated to the superyacht industry – and are predicting exciting new sales opportunities, concept launches and regional premieres for the event. ... read full story
65m motor yacht PANACHE by CMN and Eidsgaard Design
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To add to the cocktail of fresh thinking for CMN, the talented team at Eidsgaard Design of London have added their forward looking design values to the 65m project ‘Panache’ designed on a highly successful CMN hull platform. Peder Eidsgaard describes his vision as “confidence in style, flamboyance and courage”. ... read full story
Zuccon Introduce New Megayacht Design Division
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In response to growing demand for megayacht designs, Zuccon International Project is drawing on years of experience in the field to strategically expand its staff and set up an in-house team dedicated specifically to research and development in the area of maxi-yacht designs. The studio is working with CRN of Ancona, which has built many of its yachts and is currently completing the new 80 metre vessel that will be Zuccon International Project’s biggest superyacht so far. ... read full story
The Devonport ONE TEN Superyacht Design by Redman Whiteley Dixon
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Designed by Redman Whiteley Dixon to maximise the potential of the proven Devonport 96 m motor yacht platform, the Devonport ONE TEN superyacht design concept provides extensive accommodation within a striking and timeless exterior design. ... read full story