Modern Yachts

2012 Giraglia Rolex Cup: Swan 60 yacht Bronenosec in pole position

It was a great success for the Swan 60 sailing yacht Bronenosec on the opening day of the 60th edition of the Giraglia Rolex Cup from St Tropez, France to Sanremo, Italy, presently taking the leading position in its IRC class.

Mondo Marine launch 41m motor yacht OKKO

Mondo Marine are happy to announce that the superyacht OKKO has been launched from their shipyard in Italy. OKKO is a 40.80m luxury vessel and the 61th yacht to bear the Mondo Marine brand.

Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2012 won by luxury yacht Highland Fling and charter yacht Ganesha

The overall winners of the 2012 Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta have become the 39m luxury charter yacht Ganesha in the Cruising Division and the 25.3m sailing yacht Highland Fling in the Performance Division.

Swan 60 yacht Bronenosec competes in her first Giraglia Rolex Cup

The third Mediterranean race, the 6oth edition of the Giraglia Rolex Cup, is waiting for the Yacht Club of Saint-Petersburg’s Swan 60 sailing yacht Bronenosec, following the Palma Vela in Spain as well as the Rolex Volcano Race in Capri, Italy.

Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2012: Day 4 – No change on the leaderboard

The leaderboard after Day 4 of this year’s Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta remains untouched, with superyacht Scorpione dei Mari leading in the Cruising Class and superyacht Highland Fling taking the top position in the Performance Division.

Icon Yachts hosted international press on the HISWA’s Yacht Valley Press Tour 2012

As a part of the Yacht Valley Press tour 2012 organised by HISWA Holland, the prominent Dutch superyacht builder Icon Yachts was allowed to welcome fifteen of the best international press personalities, having given a unique possibility to admire luxurious vessels by Icon, inclusing their project, superyacht Maidelle.

Horizon motor yacht Arabella II and E70 yacht at 2012 Sanctuary Cove Boat Show

Horizon Yachts reports a busy Sanctuary Cove Boat Show exciting its expectations. The prestigious luxury yacht builder was present at the show from the 24th to 27th May with its 2012 launched E88 superyacht Arabella II as well as motor yacht E70 amongst others.

PlanetSolar as a mobile ambassador of solar energy in the Mediterranean during summer 2012

Constructed in Germany, the 35m solar powered yacht MR TURANOR PlanetSolar has a new mission following her 19-month world tour: she will act as a mobile ambassador of solar energy in the Mediterranean Sea during this summer.

87m Lurssen superyacht ACE (ex Project Rocky) delivered

The respected German shipyard Lurssen has recently delivered its 87m megayacht ACE (ex Project Rocky) to her new Owner. Designed by Andrew Winch, this amazing vessel provides luxurious accommodation to 12 guests.

Feadship – the first Western shipyard to sell a new-built 45m motor yacht to a Chinese Owner

The 45m motor yacht by Feadship is the first luxury vessel sold to a Chinese owner by a Western shipyard. Due to be delivered before the Chinese New Year in 2013, this splendid vessel can sleep 10 guests in comfort, looked after by a crew of 10.

47m superyacht LADY PETRA (YN 15947) by Heesen Yachts delivered

Launched last month, the 47m luxury motor yacht Lady Petra (YN 15947) by Heesen Yachts has been successfully delivered to her new Owner. This exceptional vessel can accommodate a total number of 12 guests in luxury and comfort. She carries a crew of 10 professionals.

44m motor yacht LADY L (YN 15944, ex Project Zentric) by Heesen Yachts delivered

Built by prestigious Heesen Yachts and featuring beautiful interior by Frank Laupman from Omega Architects, the 44m luxury motor yacht Lady L (YN 15944, ex Project Zentric) has been successfully delivered to her new Owner. This spectacular vessel accommodates 10 guests and boasts ultra-efficient Heesen hull, ensuring its 15-knot speed.