An interview with the Italian designer, Camillo De Gaspari, about his latest 43,80m sailing luxury yacht Project Blue concept, suitable for superyacht charter operations. ... 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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Palmer Johnson to continue production of successful SuperSport series of yachts and Aluminium SportYachts in Europe
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As announced by Palmer Johnson today, the US shipyard will move its manufacturing operations to Europe. The successful SuperSport series of yachts and Aluminium SportYachts will be thus produced in a new facility in the Netherlands. ... read full story
Mast Stepping of 142m Mega Sailing Yacht A Started
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To be the world's largest sailing yacht, the voluminous 142,81m sailing superyacht A hull 787, is currently being outfitted at the German shipyard German Naval Yards, a sister facility to Nobiskrug. She has been beautifully designed by Philippe Starck. ... read full story
New Numarine 105 Hardtop Motor Yacht Hull #1 in build with second unit already sold
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Turkish builder, Numarine, has proudly announced the sale of two Numarine 105 Hardtop yachts. Construction of the first unit is well underway, while the building of the second unit is expected to start soon. ... read full story
Oyster to build Oyster 885 Sailing Yacht Hull no. 8 with a very special layout
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Oyster will build a very special Oyster 885 sailing superyacht Hull no. 8 Lower Saloon version, providing nearly 8 foot of internal headroom in the saloon. She is set for launch in 2017. ... read full story
Pride Mega Yachts to attend prestigious Monaco Yacht Show
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This month's Monaco Yacht Show will be once again attended by Pride Mega Yachts. The Chinese shipyard is currently working on the construction of the 88,8m super yacht ILLUSION. ... read full story
Striking Riostar 78’ Supernova Yacht
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A video of the lovely Riostar 78' Supernova yacht, beautifully designed by Fernando Almeida. ... read full story
Amazing Line-Up of 16 Luxury Yachts to be displayed by Azimut Yachts at FLIBS 2015
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Azimut Yachts will be attending this year's Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show, displaying an impressive line-up of 16 yachts, including the US premiere of motor yacht Azimut 77S, luxury yacht Magellano 76, as well as Azimut 72 yacht. ... read full story
Yacht Design Talent Award 2015 launched by Sea Level Yacht Design & Engineering
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The all-new design competition for students, called 'Yacht Design Talent Award', has been launched by Sea Level Yacht Design & Engineering, in collaboration with Heesen Yachts. A professional jury has selected the 6 best designs, which are now available for voting through social media until September 4, 2015. ... read full story
13th edition of MYDA – Millennium Yacht Design Award
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Next year's 13th edition of MYDA - Millennium Yacht Design Award has been launched by Seatec, the 14th International Exhibition of Technology, Subcontracting and Design for Boats, Mega Yachts and Ships. The winners will be unveiled during Seatec on April 6, 2016. ... read full story