Vitters Shipyard has proudly announced the continuation of the construction of the J-S1 superyacht SVEA. She represents the first J-Class sloop to be finished by the Dutch shipyard, in partnership with Claasen Shipyards and Hoek Design. ... read full story
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J-S1 Sailing Yacht SVEA – First J-Class Sloop to be finished by Vitters Shipyard
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Motor Yacht S531 and Superyacht S532 – Two Exciting New Projects unveiled by Tankoa
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Two beautiful new 53-metre projects have been proudly released by the Tankoa shipyard from Genoa: luxury motor yacht S531 and super yacht S532. ... read full story
Construction of Tankoa Mega Yacht S701 and Superyacht S501 well underway
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Works on the two new Tankoa vessels: the 71m mega yacht S701 and the 50m super yacht S501 are in full swing. The voluminous S701 is currently for sale, representing a great opportunity to own a 71 meter yacht with a delivery time of 24 month. ... read full story
Further shortlist success for NEW Wider 150 Luxury Yacht GENESI at IY&A Awards 2016
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Italian shipyard, Wider Yachts, has reached another shortlist success in the International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2016, with the Wider 150 super yacht GENESI. She has been nominated for the ‘Power Yacht over 40m’ as well as 'Interior Design - Power Yacht' awards. ... read full story
Luxury Motor Yacht OPY80 by Fassmer shipyard and beiderbeck designs
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Fassmer shipyard and beiderbeck designs, both belonging to the DEUTSCHE YACHTEN Superyachts Germany working group, have partnered to develop the 80m luxury mega yacht OPY80, based on the tried and tested technical platform of Fassmer's OPV80 (Offshore Patrol Vessel). ... read full story
Well sized and graceful 77M Motor Yacht NB63 – The Largest Yacht to be built by Turquoise Yachts
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Turquoise Yachts is currently working on the construction of their largest vessel ever - the striking 77m mega yacht NB63 (project name), superbly pencilled by H2 Design. Once completed, she will comfortably sleep up to 18 guests in 9 magnificent suites. ... read full story
Construction of NEW sailing yacht wallycento#4 underway
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Italian builder, Persico Marine, has started working on the construction of the new 100-foot luxury yacht wallycento#4, scheduled for delivery in June 2017 and developed by Mark Mills of Mills Design. ... read full story
Video: Futuristic 64m Catamaran KRAKEN concept by Gray Design
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A video showing the latest 64m mega yacht KRAKEN concept by Gray Design from Sweden. This breath-taking catamaran spreads over four impressive decks with accommodation in each hull. ... read full story
NEW 47m Heesen Motor Yacht RUYA (YN 17947) enters outfitting phase
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The all-new 47m YN 17947 superyacht RUYA is currently in build at the Heesen Yachts shipyard in the Netherlands, with delivery scheduled for March 2017. Bannenberg & Rowell were responsible for the superb interiors of this beautiful vessel, providing accommodation for up to 12 guests across 5 staterooms. ... read full story
Awe-Inspiring WIDER 150 Super Yacht GENESI shortlisted for IY&A Award 2016
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WIDER 150 luxury yacht GENESI has been announced as one of the finalists for the International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2016 in the 'Power Yacht over 40m' category. She represents one of the most silent superyachts currently available on the market, thanks to her Diesel Electric with Azimuthal pod Propulsion. ... read full story