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55m superyacht IRIS BLUE – a Heesen 55 Steel – is seen on sea trials in the North Sea

January 19, 2024

Written by Rachel Kelly

Heesen have begun North Sea trails for 55m (180’5”) superyacht IRIS BLUE – previous known as Project Apollo. Her design is an evolution from the previous Heesen 55m Steel Class and she is first to be built with the new updated exterior lines. With fewer mullions on the floor-to-ceiling windows in the main salon plus... ... read full story

Custom Line launches 42m superyacht NIMIR from their facility in Ancona, Italy

January 18, 2024

Written by Rachel Kelly

Custom Line announced the launch of 41.80m (137′ 2″) superyacht NIMIR in the closing weeks of 2023. She is the eleventh Navetta 42 from the Ferretti Group Engineering Department, designed by the Custom Line Atelier.   The tri-deck yacht features a sleek, dynamic profile, flowing lines and a functional aesthetic. The colour palette chosen for... ... read full story

Luxury yacht ACALI launched as the first hybrid 28m WiderCat 92

January 18, 2024

Written by Rachel Kelly

Wider Yachts have announced the launch of motor catamaran ACALI, the first 28.04 m (91’9″) hybrid WiderCat 92, from their facility in Venice, Italy. Her naval architecture was created in-house at Wider, while the elegant exterior is from Luca Dini Design and Architecture. Marcello Maggi, the head of Wider’s parent company W-Fin Sarl, had this... ... read full story

Luxury yacht SEGARA: a wonderful choice for charters in the Whitsundays

January 17, 2024

Written by Rachel Kelly

Explore the stunning Whitsundays aboard 27.00 m (88′ 7″) motor yacht SEGARA, perfect for family charters with a stylish open plan layout, pristine deck furnishings and cool water toys including glass bottomed kayaks. The main salon is a beautiful, light and airy family space with a huge corner sofa, dining setting and open plan galley.... ... read full story

Luxury yacht charters in Greece: non-EU flagged charter vessels can now operate in Greek waters

January 17, 2024

Written by Rachel Kelly

The Greek Government has announced a landmark change in the luxury yacht charter sector with the introduction of the “e-Charter Permissions” system which underlines their commitment to bolstering the marine tourism industry. Up and running since the end of 2023, this digital platform aims to modernise and expand the market and simplify the legal framework... ... read full story

Performance sailing yacht L’HIPPOCAMPE available for charter on both sides of the Atlantic

January 16, 2024

Written by Rachel Kelly

Built in 2008 by Nautor’s Swan to a design by German Frers, 30.48m (100’0”) luxury sailing yacht L’HIPPOCAMPE has undergone an extensive technical refit in 2023 and makes the perfect host for guests looking for a high-octane sailing experience on board an elegantly designed charter boat.   She is easy to sail with excellent handling... ... read full story

Experience the good life on board 35m luxury yacht BOA VIDA

January 16, 2024

Written by Rachel Kelly

35.36 m (116′) motor yacht BOA VIDA lives up to her name by offering the good life on charters in the Bahamas. Built in 2023 by Ocean Alexander, she boasts interior design from the renowned team at Evan K Marshall and three deck levels filled with luxury amenities. So what can you expect from a... ... read full story

33m luxury motor yacht PUFFERFISH launches from Custom Line in Italy

January 15, 2024

Written by Rachel Kelly

As 2023 drew to a close, Custom Line in Italy launched 33m (108’2”) motor yacht PUFFERFISH which is the thirteenth Navetta 33 and their final launch of the year. The naval architecture is from the in-house team while interior and exterior design is by the renowned team at Zuccon International Project.   The huge main... ... read full story

Luxury 47m sailing catamaran ARTEXPLORER is launched as a unique travelling art gallery

January 12, 2024

Written by Rachel Kelly

Perini Navi have launched 46.5m (152’5”) sailing catamaran ARTEXPLORER – the largest sailing catamaran in the world and a unique concept – a floating art gallery on a two-year voyage aiming to bring art to every corner of the world. The main gallery space is in the central zone of the interior while the flybridge... ... read full story

Luxury 17m catamaran KING OF DIAMONDS: fresh from a refit and available for charter in Greece

January 11, 2024

Written by Rachel Kelly

Luxury catamaran KING OF DIAMONDS has it all – elegant sailing capabilities, huge deck spaces, immaculate interior, plus loads of water toys – available for up to ten guests to enjoy while cruising the azure blue waters around Greece.   Catamarans are great for families offering stability, varied and versatile deck spaces and sociable, open... ... read full story

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