Scheduled for launch in 2013, the splendid J-Class superyacht J8 was originally designed by Frank Paine in 1935. She now boasts design by Hoek optimised for the modern handicap rules of the JCA. Her hull has been already completed and is ready for the final stage of construction at Holland Jachtbouw. ... read full story
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The latest addition to the J-class revival – the 43m Holland Jachtbouw sailing yacht J8 designed by Hoek
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Lewmar’s New Winch Designs for 47m Hoek Classic sailing yacht and 45m Dixon yacht
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Two luxury vessels, including a 47m Hoek sailing yacht as well as a 45m Dixon yacht to be constructed at Holland Yachtbouw, will boast the newly designed winches by Lewmar. ... read full story
Claasen Shipyards to build new Hoek 126 ft Classic Sloop.
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Claasen Shipyards is proud to announce the signing of a new yacht contract: a Hoek 126 ft Classic sailing yacht Sloop. Claasen Shipyards who is well known for building and promoting top quality J Class sailing yachts such as yacht Lionheart, two big J-Class hulls sailing yacht Atlantis & S/Y Rainbow and in the not... ... read full story
Hoek Design to be present at Monaco Yacht Show 2012
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This year's Monaco Yacht Show will be attended by the respected Dutch studio, Hoek Design. They will show a variety of their newest projects, including a 46 meter Pilot Classic Ketch and a 47 meter Classic Sloop, presently under construction at Royal Huisman in The Netherlands. ... read full story
Lewmar and Navtec outfit the newly launched Hoek designed 108ft sailing yacht SIMBA and the 33m Soyaslan MUSIC superyacht
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Lewmar and Navtec have commissioned their products on two, newly launched sloops: the classic Hoek-designed 108ft superyacht Simba as well as the 33,5m modern yacht Music, a sistership to Jazz Junior yacht, constructed by the Turkish builder Soyaslan Yard. ... read full story
Hoek designed luxury yacht LIONHEART wins the historic Kings Hundred Guinea Cup
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The legendary Kings Hundred Guinea Cup went to the Claasen Jachtbouw built and Andre Hoek designed superyacht Lionheart, participating in this year's J Class Regatta in the Solent. This splendid vessel competed along with other beautiful J Class yachts, including Velsheda superyacht, charter yacht Ranger as well as luxury yacht Rainbow. ... read full story
Hoek designed 25.9m sailing yacht VELACARINA by Claasen Shipyards to compete in the Pendennis Cup
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At the moment, the 2005 luxury sailing yacht Velacarina by Claasen Jachtbouw is getting ready for this year's Pendennis Cup, held from July 2 to 7. Designed by well known Andre Hoek, Velacarina is a Truly Classic vessel, boasting beautiful interior made of wood. ... read full story
Pendennis Cup Superyacht Regatta to be sponsored by Lewmar
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Lewmar will be present at this year's superyacht regattas, including the J Class Regatta as well as the Pendennis Cup. Four spectacular vessels competing in the J Class Regatta, such as luxury charter yacht Ranger and others will be fitted with Lewmar equipment, while the company will act as one of the sponsors in the Pendennis Cup. ... read full story
The Superyacht Cup Palma 2012 Opening Race
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This year's Superyacht Cup Palma started with perfect weather conditions. Class 1 is currently led by the 34m charter yacht Highland Breeze, built by Nautor Swan and designed by Frers, while the current winner of Class 2 is the 30m luxury yacht Reesle, designed by Hoek. ... read full story
Just a few places remain available for the Superyacht Cup Palma 2012
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This year´s Superyacht Cup Palma has only a few last places available for superyachts wishing to take part in this famous race. The recent entries include such splendid vessels as the last year´s winner, the 24m superyacht Drumfire or the winner of this year´s St Barths Bucket Regatta, the 43m charter yacht This is Us. ... read full story