Classic Yachts

Yachting Developments diversify to provide a full service offering for yachts

After a consolidation of staff in early 2013, the well known NZ luxury yacht builder, Yachting Developments, has diversified to come out stronger, providing a full service offering for yachts. This includes refit work, survey work and haul outs, interior fittings and new build work.

MAGIC BLUE and LIONHEART Yachts Winners of the inaugural Menorca Maxi

The overall winners of this year’s very first Menorca Maxi have become superyacht Magic Blue in the Wally Class and sailing yacht Lionheart in the J Class.

Successful MYBA Charter Show 2014

Taken place in the fabulous Italy yacht holiday location – Genoa from April 28 to May 2, this year’s MYBA Charter Show was a resounding success. The event featured 54 of some of the world’s best superyachts available for luxury yacht charter.

Croatia Yacht Charter aboard Classic Motor Yacht SEAGULL II

The elegant and luxurious classic motor yacht SEAGULL II is currently available for Croatia yacht vacations, cruising the Adriatic Sea of the Eastern Mediterranean for a fantastic price of €82,650-€108,750 plus expenses and any applicable VAT per week. Her accommodation for 12 charter guests is a unique feature rarely found aboard yachts in this price range.

A very successful World Superyacht Awards 2014 for Dutch yacht builders

The recent World Superyacht Awards 2014 was a huge success for the leading Dutch yards. Such outstanding vessels as Feadship mega yacht Madame Gu and Amels charter yacht Event have received the coveted Neptune trophy.

Marine Hydraulic Solutions service J Class Yachts

Established in mid January 2014, the Marine Hydraulic Solutions (MHS) has proudly announced that it has already worked on three J class yachts, including the beautiful superyacht Velsheda.

Winners of the International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2014

Friday, May 9, at the Hurlingham Club in London, was marked by the announcement of the International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2014 Winners. These include such jewels as luxury motor yacht Ocean Paradise.

Classic sailing yacht MOONBEAM IV now available for French Riviera yacht holiday

Luxury classic sailing yacht Moonbeam IV is a legendary sailing vessel, now available for Cannes boat vacations around the French Riviera and the Western Mediterranean. Moonbeam IV accommodates 6 charter guests in 3 elegant cabins.

Claasen Shipyards – Official ‘industry partner’ of Superyacht Cup Palma

Claasen Shipyards has become an official ‘industry partner’ of this year’s Superyacht Cup Palma, running in the lovely Spain yacht charter location – Palma de Mallorca from June 18 to 21.

Isle of Man SuperYacht Forum to attend International Festival For Business

The Isle of Man Superyacht Forum will be showcasing the Island’s expertise in the superyacht industry during the International Festival For Business, running in Liverpool in June and July 2014. The SuperYacht Forum’s presentation will take place on Thursday 12th June.

New luxury yacht build order for Royal Huisman

Following construction of the 1969 sailing yacht ‘Running Tide’, Royal Huisman has been commissioned to build a new luxury yacht, representing the 35th project to be built by the premier Dutch shipyard and designed by Sparkman & Stephens.

Pendennis uses new 640-tonne hoist to lift sailing yacht MARIETTE

Pendennis has recently lifted the impressive superyacht Mariette with its new 640-tonne travel hoist. She is presently undergoing some minor works at the UK yard, before participating in this year’s Pendennis Cup.