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Motor yacht The World Is Not Enough – The World’s fastest superyacht first to sign up for Lantics’ software 2011 Suite

May 03, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

This week saw the world’s fastest motor yacht The World Is Not Enough sign up the first order for the new Lantic software 2011 Suite, launched at the start of April. Superyacht The World Is Not Enough is a 42 metre Frank Mulder design yacht that has a top speed of 68 knots. The motor yacht is about to start an intermediate refit in Italy that will see her back in operation in time for the summer ... read full story

The 87 m Explorer Yacht ‘Oceanic’ Conversion by Icon Yachts and Three Seas

April 29, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

At 87 metres the Icon Yachts and Three Seas ‘Oceanic’ yacht conversion is a large and very impressive project. The companies are converting the huge 87 metre “Oceanic” superyacht from a commercial tug boat which was originally built in Germany in 1969. This interesting luxury explorer yacht conversion project will make motor yacht ‘Oceanic’ one of the... ... read full story

Motor yacht Polar Star and Yacht TV refinished at Rybovich Superyacht Marina

April 29, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Two of the most distinct members of the Lurssen superyacht fleet, the 63m Motor yacht Polar Star and the 78m megayacht TV (ex Mad Summer) have recently completed yacht refinishing projects at Rybovich Shipyard in West Palm Beach, Fl. Both projects were executed simultaneously by the Rybovich Refinishing Team in custom climate controlled enclosures erected in the water. ... read full story

RS Global renovating at STP shipyard

April 29, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

 RS Global building specialist refit centre in Palma de Mallorca opens

RS Global (part of the Rolling Stock Group), with additional backing from investors including Palma Refit, are currently collaborating on the significant renovation project of the site formerly known as the “Grupo Guidet Building,” located within the STP shipyard. RS Global have been awarded the 12 year concession to manage the building, which will offer approximately 3,000 square meters of rentable workshop and office space on two floors, including a bar/restaurant. ... read full story

Pure Superyacht Refit Appoints New Project Manager

April 27, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Pure Superyacht Refit Appoints New Project Manager Ivan Jefferson

Pure Superyacht Refit, based in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, has appointed a new Project Manager Ivan Salas Jefferson who will work with the existing team to provide a specialist refit management service for superyachts at locations across Europe. ... read full story

‘Huisfit’ Superyacht refit, repair and renewal launched by Royal Huisman

April 22, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Royal Huisman has launched ‘Huisfit’ dedicated to Superyacht refit, repair and renewal. The Dutch yard Royal Huisman who is principally known as a builder of fine custom superyachts has undertaken refit work for many years, however after an in-depth study they are broadening their business model with ‘Huisfit’ a carefully planned expansion of its superyacht refit and repair business. The important strategic move will utilize a more efficient deployment of its human and physical resources over a wider range and a greater number of projects. ... read full story

Marina Barcelona 92 and BWA Yachting announce Preferred Partnership Agreement

April 21, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

BWA Yachting, global leader in marine agency and concierge services to the super/megayacht industry, and MB’92, the largest shipyard in the Mediterranean specialising in the refit and repair of super/megayachts, have signed a preferred partnership agreement, formalising the terms of a long standing relationship of cooperation and mutual support the two groups have shared for the past 10 years. ... read full story

The International Yacht Awards hosted by design et al

April 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The International Yacht Awards held last Friday at The Savoy, London were hosted by design et al, a leading interior design magazine in the United Kingdom at The Savoy, London. The new award ceremony gave focus to some of the best superyacht designs on the water. Both new and established designers were recognised at the ceremony following a champagne reception dinner at the Savoy Hotel. ... read full story

The first YARE Aftersales & Refit Exhibition a Success

April 19, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The first YARE Aftersales & Refit Exhibition that was held from 31st of March to 2nd of April in what is considered the heart of the superyacht production area Viareggio, received more than 3,000 visitors in three days; over 100 exhibitors in seven long tents along via Coppino with a total surface of 4,000 covered sq meters. ... read full story

Trio of superyacht refits for Pure Superyacht Refit, Spain

April 19, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Project 229, motor yacht Achilles and super yacht Linda Lou have had their refits completed during the month of April at Pure Superyacht Refit in Palma de Mallorca, Spain. Headed by Nic Clarke, a former professional skipper and project manager, Pure Superyacht Refit has had a surge of new business as a result of its growing reputation within the superyacht industry. ... read full story

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