The Moonen 124 motor yacht NORTHLANDER evolved several years ago out of a preliminary design for a Moonen 120. At the time, the Moonen 120 was to be the largest of a new Displacement Series being developed by Moonen and René van der Velden Yacht Design. When the hull was stretched to 124 feet, as... ... read full story
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Audi Hamilton Island Race Week Australia 2010
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The centuries old saying, ‘If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again,’ will be ringing true for Melbourne yachtsman Ross Wilson and his crew at Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2010. They have been on the podium in their performance cruising division at Race Week on four of the six occasions they have campaigned... ... read full story
Vicem Yachts at 1st VIP Rendezvous Event Bahamas
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Vicem owners and friends alike who made the trip remarked on a successful first rendezvous outing by the company. During the “Turkish Treasures” dinner on Saturday evening, guests were treated to a performance by an authentic Turkish belly dancer, and a surprise video presentation of highlights recapping their best rendezvous moments. ... read full story
Falmouth – Falmouth Rum Race 2012 – The Pendennis & Antigua Yacht Club Trans-Atlantic Fun Sailing Regatta
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The Falmouth – Falmouth Rum Race will run in the opposite direction to the traditional Route de Rosé - the event will begin at the Antigua Yacht Club in Falmouth Harbour as a fleet start, following Antigua classics with the option for yachts to start earlier if they prefer, with a possible stop in the Azores on route. The entry fee will be $500 and a case of rum to be consumed at the finish in Falmouth UK at the dockside party. ... read full story
40.5 metre Motor Yacht Magnifiq Launched by Italian MondoMarine
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Motor yacht MagnifiQ was constructed is in a lightweight alloy material and she was built to satisfy the RINA and MCA stipulations. She has a contemporary styled exterior which was designed by Cor D Rover. The yacht's interior design is by Luca Dini. ... read full story
Horizon’s 38m 120 Espresso Yacht
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The Horizon Group’s new 38m Espresso superyacht features state-of-the-art interiors by Guido de Groot. Built by the Horizon Group, the Taiwanese yacht builder, and designed by Florida-based yacht design firm J.C. Espinosa, Espresso is a 120 Raised Pilothouse model. The interior designed by Dutch design firm Guido de Groot was first created in 3D to... ... read full story
Luc Pettavino announces upcoming Monaco Yacht Show is sold out show & bids fairwell
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Every September, shipyards, brokers, equipment and service providers, high profile private and professional visitors from all around the world make the Monaco Yacht Show a true barometer for the yachting industry and its related activities ... read full story
Nepresso Cup: Sir Lindsay Owen-Jones’ Yacht Magic Carpet Squared secures victory
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The Nespresso Cup came to a stylish conclusion today in Portofino, Italy. After three days of racing over the 6th to 9th May, the Wally yacht Magic Carpet Squared secured victory to lift the inaugural Nespresso Cup Trophy. The final day produced the best racing of the three-day event. The anticipated duel between Magic Carpet Squared and J One, driven by owner Jean-Charles Decaux, became a reality as the two boats headed out to the racecourse on equal points. ... read full story
Luxury Superyachts yet to be Launched in 2010
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By the end of 2010 the worldwide superyacht fleet is going to have changed quite markedly. The number, size and design advancements of luxury yachts to be launched (and already launched) this year has changed. This bulge in production began last year in 2009 and will continue into 2011. Some experts have suggested that we will never again see such a proliferation of new yachts being launched. It is certainly exciting times for the superyacht industry. There has been plenty of action for yacht designers, builders, managers, but also luxury yacht charters and yacht sales. Superyacht supply is for once keeping up with - and in many cases outstripping - superyacht owner demand. ... read full story
Maritimo purchases Mustang Marine in Australia
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Bill Barry-Cotter, founder and CEO of luxury boat builder Maritimo, has announced that the company has purchased the assets of Mustang Marine. Mustang fell into administration in March after owner Standard Bank withdrew financial support. Mr Barry-Cotter said that the successful bid was a joint venture between Steve Searle and Maritimo. He said that Mr... ... read full story