Uncategorized Luxury Yacht & Superyacht News

Uncategorized Luxury Yacht & Superyacht News

Louis Vuitton Trophy: Day 8 – One point separates the top five boats

May 30, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Just one point separates the top five boats at the Louis Vuitton Trophy La Maddalena after an eventful program of five races sailed in fresh breezes. ... read full story

The x50 49.7 metre Fitzroy Yachts Zefira Superyacht is close to launch in 2010

May 28, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Sailing yacht Zefira's interior design details and interior designer are not known at this stage, although it could well have been created by Adam Lay Studio Limited which worked on the yacht SALPERTON IV. The yacht has a lower saloon with a studio and there is also a main deck pilot house. Zefira is a able to accommodate the yacht owner in and owner's cabin and at least a further 6 guests in 3 guest cabins. The crew also have 3 cabins along with a captain's cabin. ... read full story

New Area Manager for Spain, Portugal and South America Appointed by WhisperPower

May 28, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Patricio Blanco (38) became area manager for Spain and Portugal at the start of May. Born in Argentina, Patricio worked in Argentina as a technician at a distribution company for power systems including diesel generators. He left Argentina ten years ago and moved back to Spain at the turn of the millennium to continue his career... ... read full story

Seatec Italy 2011 – ninth International Exhibition

May 28, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The International Exhibition of technology, subcontracting and design for boats, mega yachts, superyachts and ships confirms its appeal and increases its scope of exhibitors and visitors taking place alongside the third Compotec Despite the difficult economic climate, Seatec 2010 was a successful event with substantially stable figures compared to 2009 and a relatively “relaxed” atmosphere... ... read full story

Moonen Yachts to complete Dixon 120 superyacht

May 28, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The owner of the uncompleted Dixon 120 yacht contacted Moonen due to the yard's growing reputation in the refit market as well as its fine track record of building new superyachts. "Due to the status of the project at the time it was abandoned, the completion of the yacht is a delicate balance between a new build and a refit," explains Moonen's director operations Mark Vermeulen. ... read full story

Drettmann GmbH yacht builder and dealer files for bankruptcy

May 27, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

As of the 25th of May 2010, management of Drettmann GmbH has filed for bankruptcy. The luxury yacht builder and dealer, based at Bremen-Hemelingen, situated directly on the Weser River, Drettmann employs around 100 people. ... read full story

Palladium Technologies Contract for Yacht Adastra at 42 m Trimaran Superyacht Adastra

May 27, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Palladium Technologies, Inc. has been awarded contracts for the new 42m Trimaran Motor Yacht Hang Tuah. This unique superyacht Hang Tuah was designed by John Shuttleworth Yacht Design, Ltd. and is being built by McConaghy Boats in Zhu Hai, China. Plans are to launch yacht Hang Tuah in early 2011 with her cruising grounds expected to be in the beautiful waters of Indonesia. ... read full story

Delta Yachts Launch Superyacht SILVER SHALIS 2010

May 27, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Delta Marine have launched their yacht Silver Shalis in 2010 to much secrecy. The Delta Design Group takes a fresh sheet approach with Project 156039 – though to be yacht Silver Shalis. This chic, Asian-inspired interior will be as beautiful as it is distinctive. Based on a semi-displacement hull design, this all-composite 156-foot super yacht... ... read full story

Rolex Capri Sailing Week Regatta Capri, Italy – The Sailing Action

May 26, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

There was spectacular racing today for all classes on windward leeward courses in the strait between Capri and Punta Campanella. The majestic island of Capri acted as a perfect back drop but also created some tactical nuances requiring forward thinking and high precision sailing. ... read full story

Smaller boat sales lead boating industry recovery in US

May 25, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

As Memorial Day approaches – one of the most popular boating weekends of the year – the recreational boating industry trade group, National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and the industry’s national consumer awareness program, Discover Boating, report an improving trend in small aluminum boat sales; boats typically purchased by first-time boaters for fishing and navigating... ... read full story

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