Modern Yachts

Successful Caribbean regatta season for Oyster-built yachts

So far, it has been a very successful Caribbean regatta season for Oyster-built vessels, including such outstanding yachts as the Oyster 100 superyacht Sarafin, as well as the Oyster 885-03 charter yacht Clare.

Finot-Conq ARCHITECTES compete for IY&A Award 2014 with sailing yacht NOMAD IV

Luxury sailing yacht NOMAD IV has been selected to participate in the International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2014, competing for the ‘Sailing Yacht over 30 metres’ Award. She features naval architecture by finot-conq ARCHITECTES.

New 54m motor yacht design unveiled by RW Yacht Design

The all-new 54m motor yacht design has been unveiled by Robert Witzier from the Dutch design firm, RW Yacht Design. This superb vessel offers deluxe accommodation in 5 cabins.

26m motor yacht WallyAce fitted with Seakeeper M26000 gyro

Measuring 26 meters in length, the superb Wally motor yacht WallyAce has been equipped with one Seakeeper M26000 gyro, enhancing comfort and stability at anchor and underway.

Heesen Yacht GALATEA equipped with Seakeeper M26000 gyros

The recently launched 40m Heesen superyacht Galatea has been equipped with two Seakeeper M26000 gyros. She performed exceptionally well at her sea trials, reaching a maximum speed of 27,5 knots.

Turkish superyacht builder RMK Marine: 2014 update on facts and figures

Tuzla-based RMK Marine has released the 2014 update on the yard, production, capabilities, technologies, as well as deliveries. This prestigious Turkish shipyard has worked on such outstading vessels as Vripack-designed charter yacht Jasmin and luxury charter yacht Private Lives.

Asia Pacific Yachting Conference 2014, April 8 – 9

To be hosted by the ONE°15 Marina Club on April 8 and 9, this year’s 6th edition of the Asia Pacific Yachting Conference will be held just prior to the start of the Singapore Yacht Show. The two-day conference will be attended by such important personalities as Frank Laupman and Perry Van Oossanen, talking about the 65m Heesen superyacht Galactica Star.

Words from Skipper of Humphreys-designed superyacht LUSH

Comments from the Skipper of the first Oyster 885 superyacht LUSH – Paul Adamson, shared by Humphreys Yacht Design. The vessel has been beautifully designed by Rob Humphreys.

Video message from Eddie Jordan from aboard his Oyster 885 Yacht LUSH to Rob Humphreys

Formula One legend, Eddie Jordan, reflects on his relationship with Rob Humphreys, who has designed his Oyster 885 superyacht LUSH. Eddie has just completed a global circumnavigation aboard this beautiful vessel.

Viking 92 Convertible Yacht scheduled for launch in Spring 2014

The US shipyard, Viking Yachts, is currently working on the all-new Viking 92 Convertible superyacht, due to be launched in Spring 2014. This lovely sportfishing vessel will offer comfortable accommodation in 6 staterooms, each with its own private head and shower.

Nauta Design / Reichel Pugh yacht NILAYA Overall Winner of Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta 2014

Beautifully designed by Nauta Design and Reichel Pugh, the 112′ Baltic superyacht NILAYA has become the overall winner of the Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta 2014.

New composite facility opened by Esenyacht in Turkey’s Bodrum

Esenyacht has officially opened its new composite facility in Turkey’s Bodrum, where a full range of structures and components for yachts of all types can be produced. The current projects include the deck hatches for the 50-metre performance sailing yacht Troy, together with the 63-metre rig, boom and 20-metre superstructure for the same yacht.