The influence of AI is perhaps one of the hottest topics in the industry today, and the future of the charter yacht design process presents an exciting challenge. We were fascinated to learn from designer Scott Henderson how he used software as part of his design toolkit. Scott talked us through his experimental process as... ... 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.
If you wish to tell the world about your new yacht design simply contact a yachting writer at news@charterworld.com
Designer Scott Henderson on using AI generated ideas to inspire innovative superyacht concepts
July 03, 2023
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42.5m concept yacht ORCA is revealed by KRC Yachting
January 13, 2023
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We are excited to share renderings of the new concept explorer yacht series ORCA which have been revealed by KRC Yachting from Turkey. They have collaborated with Italstyle Yacht Design who bring the Italian design flare to the project. The ORCA series presents with the classic explorer yacht, long full beam aft decks across the... ... read full story
Introducing Feadship’s new 85m luxury yacht concept SLICE
September 29, 2022
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Feadship has unveiled its latest revolutionary luxury yacht concept, bringing the ‘inside out and the outside in’ with superyacht SLICE. ... read full story
Announcing the new VILLA X30 motor catamaran line from Extra Yachts
August 29, 2022
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Extra Yachts has launched the VILLA X30 motor catamaran, the first in a new series for the shipyard. ... read full story
Superyacht SCOTT FREE refitted and ready for Mediterranean luxury yacht charters
June 14, 2022
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The magnificent 60m/197ft luxury yacht SCOTT FREE (ex.ELYSIAN) has finished a refit and looks good as new for summer Mediterranean charters and winter in the Maldives over 2022/23. ... read full story
Zaha Hadid Architects-designed eco-friendly luxury catamaran yacht concept ONEIRIC from Rossinavi
June 06, 2022
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Solar-electric luxury catamaran ONEIRIC from Rossinavi and Zaha Hadid Architects is ready to start the era of carbon-free cruising for Owners and charterers alike. ... read full story
The futuristic 71-metre superyacht concept that could become a luxury charter choice
January 27, 2022
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The beautiful new 71m/233ft futuristic yacht concept PROJECT UNIQUE 71 is the striking debut of design studio SkyStyle into the world of luxury yachting. ... read full story
Thailand charters back to business and luxury yacht LADY AZUL awaits!
November 29, 2021
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Thailand is open once more for luxury yacht charters, and motor yacht LADY AZUL is ready to provide some lucky guests with a spectacular holiday over Winter 2021/22. ... read full story
Radiant and refined: The new 41-metre luxury yacht ‘Fifty-Five’ styled by Hot Lab
September 01, 2021
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Hot Labs has released images of the beautiful interiors they've created for the brand new 41m/134.6ft luxury yacht FIFTY-FIVE. ... read full story
Lusben completes refit of luxury explorer yacht AUDACE
May 06, 2021
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Italian shipyard Lusben have announced the completion of the recent refit of luxury explorer yacht AUDACE. The custom yacht was first launched in 2019 by Cantiere delle Marche, after commission from the late Andrea Merloni, former president of Fineldo and Indesit. After spending a season onboard, the owner decided to upgrade the yacht to even... ... read full story
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