Modern Yachts

Tours of five of the world’s leading Dutch shipyards for guests of 2014 World Superyacht Awards

Guests of the 2014 World Superyacht Awards will have a unique opportunity to discover all that Dutch superyacht building has to offer, thanks to the tours of five of the world’s leading Dutch shipyards on the days surrounding the gala evening.

Newly launched 50m Christensen superyacht D’NATALIN IV – latest Glasshape project

Recently launched by the prominent US shipyard Christensen, the 50-metre Custom Series superyacht D’Natalin IV boasts unique glass, supplied by Glasshape Ltd.

Simpson Marine becomes new Exclusive Monte Carlo Yachts Dealer in Southeast Asia

Simpson Marine has been appointed as new exclusive Monte Carlo Yachts dealer in Southeast Asia. The MC5, the MCY65 as well as the MCY76 yacht will be making their official premiere in Southeast Asia at the Singapore Yacht Show 2014, held this month.

McMullen & Wing signs contract to complete 50m expedition motor yacht ‘yard number 1016’ (formerly known as Big Star)

McMullen & Wing has proudly announced a new contract to complete the 50m explorer yacht ‘yard number 1016’. Designed by Gregory C Marshal Naval Architects, she is due to be delivered in early 2016.

Launch of 50m Custom Series Yacht D’NATALIN IV by Christensen Shipyards

Christensen Shipyards has proudly announced the launch of their new 50m Custom Series superyacht D’NATALIN IV. She is scheduled for delivery in early May.

Successful Gulf Craft Exclusive Preview in Qatar

It has been a very successful Gulf Craft Exclusive Preview at The Pearl, positioned in the breath-taking Middle East yacht charter location – Doha in Qatar. The event hosted superyacht Majesty 135 – the largest vessel ever built by Gulf Craft.

New 50m motor yacht D’NATALIN IV (Project C-2014) launched by Christensen

The brand new 50m superyacht D’Natalin IV (Project C-2014) has hit the water at Christensen Shipyards in the USA. She provides deluxe accommodation in 6 lovely staterooms.

Video: 40m Perini Navi sailing yacht STATE OF GRACE (hull C.2180)

A video presenting the 40m Perini Navi superyacht State of Grace (hull C.2180), beautifully penned by the yard’s in-house team and Ron Holland.

Perini Navi Group to debut 50m super yacht EXUMA at Singapore Yacht Show 2014

To be held from April 10 to 13, this year’s 4th edition of Singapore Yacht Show will feature the striking 50-metre Perini Navi superyacht EXUMA for the very first time.

New super yacht construction building for PRIDE MEGA YACHTS

Formerly known as ‘Pryde Yachts’, the Chinese builder PRIDE MEGA YACHTS has invested RMB20m in a new manufacturing facility, in order to enhance its build capacity and quality. The company is currently working on the 88,8m superyacht ILLUSION.

Hull and superstructure of 55m Heesen motor yacht AZAMANTA (YN 17255) joined together

The hull and superstructure of the first ever 55m steel Fast Displacement superyacht AZAMANTA (YN 17255) were joined together at the Heesen facility in Oss on February 28, 2014. She is due to be delivered in Summer 2015.

Keel laying of first 60m Mondo Marine motor yacht SARASTAR (M60)

The keel laying of the 60m mega yacht Sarastar (M60) has been proudly announced by Mondo Marine. Designed by Luca Dini, she is scheduled for delivery in Summer 2015.