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Code-named Project Venus, YN 20655 is the latest in the 55m Steel Series, one of the most successful designs in the Heesen fleet. With bold and masculine exterior lines by Frank Laupman of Omega Architects, this yacht stands out on the water for her sturdy yet elegant profile, with a distinctive ‘shark tooth’ motif...

MB92 La Ciotat, France’s leading superyacht refit shipyard, took part yesterday in the formal inauguration of the new 4,300t shiplift, involving 350 local institutions and many of those who worked on the project. The platform was officially christened by Martine Vassal, President of Métropole Aix-Marseille-Provence and included representatives from all participating institutions: La Ciotat...

Nobiskrug is pleased to announce that the 70m superyacht project Miza has successfully completed technical sea trials on the Baltic Sea. An important milestone has been reached in less than one year after Nobiskrug has signed the contract to continue the build of project Miza. The three-day schedule comprised the testing of all technical...

The French company Marinelec Technologies, designer and manufacturer of alarm and monitoring equipment for ship safety, has fitted the Spacecat 36m. This is the first unit of a new motor yacht catamaran built in China by Silver Yachts. French Tech equipment for a luxury catamaran The Australian shipbuilder Silver Yachts has chosen to fully...

Watermakers ensure that on board there is plenty of fresh water, a resource that is already very important on land and even more essential when out at sea. HP Watermakers has long stood out for its ability to develop a series of solutions and systems that make using these precious machines easier and safer...

Metstrade is ready to launch its 34th edition on 15-17 November in RAI Amsterdam. Thousands of marine industry professionals are making their preparations for three days of vital networking, research, and sales discussions. Over 1,400 exhibitors from 50 countries will exhibit the latest ground-breaking innovations the leisure marine industry has to offer – in...

At the Superyacht Village during the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, Heesen is showcasing Project Aura. She is a 50m steel superyacht and the most recent delivery among the Heesen series yachts. Captain Billy Lockhart, the Owner’s representative and the build captain of Project Aura, took delivery on 17 May and embarked on a...

This week, SepSys proudly announced that they officialy opened shop in Ft. Lauderdale Florida. Their renowned Marine air intake systems are now also available in the USA thanks to their partner Termodinamica USA. About SepSys SepSys is a Dutch company that provides turnkey HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) solutions. The company develops and...

The unveiling of Wing 100 celebrates the arrival of an entirely new megayacht category, according to its creators Royal Huisman, Dykstra Naval Architects, and Mark Whiteley Design. This 100m ground-breaking concept expressly focuses on the highest standards of environmental sustainability with proven technology for worldwide reliability. Its advanced systems platform easily accommodates future technological...

Coming in the wake of the successful 50m series by Tankoa Yachts and named after the famous opera house in Venice, the 68m Fenice is based on a new naval platform with elegant and streamlined, bold and dynamic exterior styling by Enrico Gobbi of Venice-based Team for Design. “We understood each other immediately with...

Being able to accurately and quickly identify any component or cable that needs replacing makes a huge difference in how fast capital marine assets can get back to sea. That includes adding markers on the new components to keep on-board safe and efficient. Their predefined inspection templates for identifiable components, and their ability to...

Heesen is delighted to confirm that the construction of YN 20150, code-named Oslo24, is on schedule. On 24 September, the hull and superstructure were joined, following the installation of the two MTU 8V 4000 M63 IMO III diesel engines. The owners, keen sailors, selected the Heesen hybrid propulsion system, for the ultimate luxury of...

Gulf Craft continues to make its mark in the field of composite-built superyachts as it unveiled production plans of the company’s second largest superyacht – the brand-new Majesty 160 – at the Monaco Yacht Show. Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year revealed the first details of its brand-new luxury superyacht at a packed press...

LaScala Elettrica convinces the jurors of the Design Innovation Award and wins the prize for technological research relating to electrical operation with simplified use in the category ‘Nautical Equipment and Components’. Bergamo-based company Besenzoni achieves another success at the Genoa Boat Show by winning the Design Innovation Award with one of the most requested...

The 2022 Monaco Yacht Show will host the debut of Feadship’s latest concept yacht. Reflecting both the opinions of current superyacht owners and brilliant new design ideas from Studio De Voogt, 85m Slice reimagines ways to bring natural light to a yacht’s interior, integrating the interior and exterior in bold new ways.   Slice...

London-based design studio Vitruvius Yachts has revealed the first details of its latest superyacht concept: an 80m go-anywhere explorer yacht. With the design following closely in the footsteps of Vitruvius’ 54.9m Shinkai – built by Feadship in the Netherlands and delivered in 2021 – this new explorer is notable for its long aft deck...

Industry’s Most Efficient Monohull Support Yacht Is Here, Designed by Shadowcat for Comfort & Luxury Eco-Friendly Concept Emphasizes Accommodation and Adventure. Shadowcat, the leading developer of catamaran support yachts, announces today that it has expanded its portfolio to include a fully bespoke monohull shadow vessel. The new concept, Shadowolf, is Shadowcat’s first single-hulled support...

This year’s METSTRADE will be back in most of its original shape with more companies and more marine equipment on the floor. More side events and a comprehensive content program will enhance the METSTRADE experience and offer more value in terms of knowledge exchange and networking opportunities. METSTRADE will be back as the largest...

With her engines installed and her hull and superstructure joined together on 20 August, Heesen is delighted to confirm that Project Jade’s construction remains on schedule. Jade, YN 20350, is the third in the shipyard’s popular 50m semi-displacement series, which builds on Heesen’s legacy of fast, hard-chine aluminium yachts. Heesen launched this series for clients...

ICON Yachts’ latest conversion project, the 70m Project Master, was pulled into the shipyard’s drydock facility in Harlingen earlier this month.  This time, ICON chose a vastly different style for the platform vessel – a 66m Offshore Rescue and Support Vessel – for conversion to a global world explorer and yet again, in doing...

Denison is pleased to announce its partnership with Nobiskrug as dealer for Project Lycka, a 77m yacht concept in collaboration with Tillberg Design of Sweden. Nobiskrug is a German shipyard specialized in building innovative, custom-made luxury superyachts. “Denison Yachting is thrilled to be the dealer for Nobiskrug & Tillberg Design of Sweden’s Project Lycka,”...

The Amels Custom 78 has departed the Damen Yachting shipyard in Vlissingen following delivery to her Owner. Her departure marks the end of her build as she sets sail for a private global itinerary. This 78m Amels Full Custom embodies the realisation of the Owner’s unique and ambitious yachting vision. With a gross Tonnage...

Heesen is delighted to announce the launch of YN 19755, formerly known as Project Gemini and now named MY Reliance. The yacht began as a speculative venture, and the client, introduced by Arcon Yachts Monaco, joined fifteen months into the construction – early enough for Heesen’s engineering team to accommodate some essential modifications that...

Mulder Shipyard is mourning the loss of Dick Mulder, who passed away on 24 July 2022 at the age of 60 surrounded by his family. Dick Mulder’s son, Commercial Director Nick Mulder comments, “It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of Dick Mulder, the second generation of Mulder Shipyard and, above...

Leading yacht company Y.CO is pleased to present brand new imagery of Adventure, the 50m Feadship yacht, formerly known as Hanikon, for charter. Having been consistently maintained, including most recently a full paint job and interior refresh, by Tino Zervudachi, the yacht has a new name and looks better than ever, ready for a...