It was a day of sharply contrasting fortunes for past and present Audi MedCup Champions on the Rade Sud today as the Marseille Trophy opened with three races which proved a very different test to last month’s breezy curtain raiser in Cascais, Portugal. Iberdrola won the GP42 Series Practice Race. ... read full story
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The U-010 Underwater Luxury Yacht Design Concept.
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The luxurious U-010 Underwater Yacht concept is an extraordinary vessel able to operate like a Superyacht and a submarine to explore the width and the depths of the ocean in style. With an overall length of 220 feet (67 meters), the U-010 vessel was designed for deep sea exploration combined with comfort and luxury. The yacht can travel on the surface as well as underwater by cleverly passing from diesel to electric propulsion. ... read full story
New UAE Superyacht Registration Code
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Due in the UAE on July 1 the new superyacht registration code will apply only to privately owned yachts — not superyachts active in the charter market - and is expected to be the most specific code as yet for superyachts which so far have not had enjoyed their own independent classification. In contrast under the new UAE yacht code superyacht will have their own specific category. ... read full story
Arcadia Yachts – an update on the yachting company
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With the semi planning hull and a careful sound insulation system, Arcadia Yachts can sail also at night with maximum comfort and safety, allowing the owner and his guests to enjoy the whole day bathing peacefully anchored in their favourite harbours. ... read full story
New STIDD Low-Profile Box Mount Seat Features Fore/Aft Adjustment
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The new STIDD FA series with a fixed, seven-inch seat height incorporates a new fore/aft mechanism with eight inches of travel that is adjusted by releasing an easy-to-reach paddle at the front of the seat. The front edge of the pedestal is squared-off to allow seat positioning close to the edge of the box or cabinet. Available for STIDD 500N (Slimline) and 500 (Full-Size) seat models. Powder coat finish only. STIDD Admiral Low Back Luxury Slimline seating from leading ergonomic marine seating manufacturer STIDD Systems graces the helm of SYCARA IV, a 151-foot (46 meter) 2010 Burger fantail motor yacht, winner of the Judges Special Award at the 2010 World Superyachts Awards gala in London last month. ... read full story
Rodriguez Group France Superyacht Builder Appoints New Chairman – Alexandre Rodriguez Resigns
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Mr. Alexandre RODRIGUEZ handed-in his resignation to the members of the Supervisory Board of the company considering that “given the current circumstances, the protection of the Group’s interests and of its shareholders must remain an absolute priority”. RODRIGUEZ GROUP confirms that the ongoing judicial procedure is directed towards Mr. Alexandre RODRIGUEZ personally only and does not concern RODRIGUEZ GROUP’s activities. RODRIGUEZ GROUP is regularly subject to legal audits and controlled by relevant authorities. ... read full story
60 metre Superyacht Ruea Yachts Thailand
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The first design to be released by Ruea is the Ruea 60-metre, featuring naval architecture by BMT Nigel Gee, which has worked on such projects as A and Dubai. Meanwhile, the design is the work of UK firm Design Unlimited. The twin screw diesel yacht will have 1,240 gross tonnage, and a beam of 10.5 metres. Her steel hull and alumimum superstructure will be Lloyd’s certified and the yacht will be built to MCA Large Yacht 2 code. ... read full story
Audi MedCup Marseille Trophy TP52 Series starts tomorrow.
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The official practice race for the TP52 Series at the Marseille Trophy had to be cancelled today, falling foul of the stormy, wet conditions and the unsettled breezes. The forecast for tomorrow is more promising, when three races for the TP52 are planned with the first starts due at 13:30hrs while the five GP42’s are scheduled for their Practice Race. ... read full story
Luxury Charter Yacht Specials
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Right now there are some unprecedented special deals and discounts on superyacht holidays with CharterWorld. Please contact our friendly team if you have any questions, about the discounted luxury sailing and motor yachts below, or a general question about your next charter boat vacation. ... read full story
Feadship’s Royal Van Lent Expands Superyacht Building Underground
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As there are limited options to expand the Dutch yard into the immediate vicinity, the interesting decision was made to expand Royal Van Lent down, underground to accommodate the construction of larger vessels. ... read full story