All of the luxury superyachts participating in the recently concluded NZ Millennium Cup were powered by Southern Spars’ rigs. This year's overall winner has become the 30-metre sailing yacht Zefiro. ... read full story
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Southern Spars powered superyachts competing in the NZ Millennium Cup 2013
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America’s Cup Superyacht Regatta 2013 to be held on September 9, 11 and 13
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The official America's Cup Superyacht Regatta 2013 will run over the three America’s Cup Finals lay days: 9, 11 and 13 September. The event is co-sponsored by prestigious luxury yacht builders: Alloy Yachts, Perini Navi, Royal Huisman, as well as Vitters Shipyard. ... read full story
Claasen Shipyards working on 72ft racer/ cruiser sailing yacht BOUGAINVILLE
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The splendid 72-foot racer/cruiser yacht Bougainville is currently in build at Claasen Shipyards in the Netherlands. Due to be launched this spring, she will comfortably accommodate her guests in the beautiful interiors, designed by bespoke Rhoades Young. ... read full story
Full inventory of sails by Doyle Sails and Stratis for Fitzroy superyacht OHANA
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Set to make her debut at the upcoming NZ Millennium Cup, the 50m Fitzroy luxury sailing yacht Ohana will feature a full inventory of sails by Doyle Sails as well as Stratis. ... read full story
Doyle Sails to supply Stratis sails to the 46m Royal Huisman superyacht Project 392
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The newest Royal Huisman luxury yacht Project 392 will boast Stratis sails that will be supplied by Doyle Sails NZ. Designed by Andre Hoek, this magnificent high performance cruising ketch is currently in build. ... read full story
Newly-launched 50m Fitzroy luxury yacht OHANA designed by Dubois Naval Architects
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October 28 saw the official launch of the beautiful 50-metre Fitzroy superyacht Ohana (Project G50). Designed by renowned Dubois Naval Architects, she provides up to 12 guests with 6 comfortable cabins. ... read full story
Vitters sailing yacht Aglaia with sail art by Magne Furuholmen
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The Vitters superyacht Aglaia started off her second Mediterranean season with a spectacular novelty: Her Code 1 sail which measures around 3,600m2 features artwork by Norwegian artist Magne Furuholmen. This extraordinary price of art is the largest artwork on canvas in the world. The owner of yacht Aglaia had a series of Furuholmen pieces on... ... read full story
ETNZ’s first AC72 catamaran yacht New Zealand wing by Southern Spars completed
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Another successful result of an excellent collaboration between America's Cup and Southern Spars is a completion of the massive 40m carbon fibre wing for the freshly launched AC72 sailing yacht New Zealand, belonging to Emirates Team New Zealand (ETNZ). ... read full story
Yachting Developments deliver the 100ft catamaran yacht Q5 Quintessential (hull YD 66)
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The well known NZ builder Yachting Developments has successfully delivered the 30.48m (100ft) sailing yacht Q5 Quintessential (hull YD 66) to her new Owner, after completing her recent sea trials. This splendid vessel boasts beautiful traditional teak interiors and large outdoor entertainment/bar area. ... read full story
Southern Spars presents Alexis Reeves as new Rig Pro’s New Zealand Manager
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With offices in New Zealand, USA, Spain as well as South Africa, Alexis Reeves has been recently appointed as new Manager for Southern Spars rig division, Rig Pro, in New Zealand. Having worked on rig projects such as the 90m sailing yacht Athena, or Dubois designed vessels, superyacht Zefira and luxury yacht Salperton, Alexis is a high experienced rigger. ... read full story