Motor Yachts

2011 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show preview

With a month to go before the four-day 2011 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show that starts on Thursday, May 19, the event has more than 70 world and Australian marine product launches confirmed.

The first YARE Aftersales & Refit Exhibition a Success

The first YARE Aftersales & Refit Exhibition that was held from 31st of March to 2nd of April in what is considered the heart of the superyacht production area Viareggio, received more than 3,000 visitors in three days; over 100 exhibitors in seven long tents along via Coppino with a total surface of 4,000 covered sq meters.

The AB Yachts 140 – Superyacht OxyZen

Superyacht OxyZen is a AB Yachts 140 (42 metres) has a golden colour which dazzles like the motor yacht’s technology. Ever since its debut, the AB Yachts shipyard […]

Inaugural Singapore Yacht Show applauded by Superyacht Industry

Asia’s first-ever superyacht shows, the Singapore Yacht Show heralds a bright future ahead for regional industry. More than 3,000 highly qualified visitors from all over South East Asia enjoyed a three-day presentation of the luxury yachting lifestyle at the first edition of the Singapore Yacht Show, Asia’s first dedicated superyacht show.

Trio of superyacht refits for Pure Superyacht Refit, Spain

Project 229, motor yacht Achilles and super yacht Linda Lou have had their refits completed during the month of April at Pure Superyacht Refit in Palma de Mallorca, Spain. Headed by Nic Clarke, a former professional skipper and project manager, Pure Superyacht Refit has had a surge of new business as a result of its growing reputation within the superyacht industry.

46m Motor Yacht Monarch launched by Delta Marine

The 46 Motor Yacht Monarch has been launched by Delta Marine in Seattle. The superyacht Monarch was completed by Delta Marine and Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation (Cat Financial) and features exterior styling and interior design by Jonathan Quinn Barnett Ltd (JBQ). The 151-foot semi displacement Monarch yacht boasts a balance of elegance and strength, form and function, performance, range and comfort

First hull of Mangusta 148’ Oceano Motor yacht by Overmarine arrives in Viareggio

The first hull of the Mangusta 148′ ‘Oceano’ motor yacht arrived at the Viareggio facilities of Overmarine last week. The new superyacht model represents the first tri-deck displacement hull motor yacht projected by Overmarine Group still designed with the successful family feeling of the Large Open line yacht.

Bombardier Aerospace to sponsor World Superyacht Awards 2011

Following a successful collaboration in 2010, Boat International Media are delighted to continue a partnership with Bombardier Aerospace, sponsor of the Displacement Motor Yacht of 500GT – 1,299GT category at the upcoming World Superyacht Awards 2011.

New sternwheeler named Queen of the Mississippi by American Cruise Lines

American Cruise Lines announced the name of its brand new 140 passenger Mississippi sternwheeler – Queen of the Mississippi – currently under construction and two months ahead of schedule at Chesapeake Shipbuilding Corp. in Salisbury, MD. American Cruise Lines has also unveiled the first renderings of the ship’s interior, including those of the future dining salon, Paddlewheel Lounge and passenger staterooms.

Motor yacht Coregonus Launched – A 60’ Research Vessel by Burger Boat Company

Burger Boat Company has launched the motor yacht Coregonus, a 60’ Research Vessel for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. R/V Coregonus is replacing the R/V Barney Devine, a steel Fishing Tug built by Burger in 1937.

2011 Antibes Yacht Show marks the start of the great charter season

The 5th Antibes Yacht Show took place in the largest harbour in Europe, Antibes from April 7th – 10th, 2011. The event marks the start of the charter season in the Mediterranean and if the show is a barometer for the rest of the season as many say, then we can be looking forward to a great season in the yachting industry.

46m motor yacht by Rossi Navi – Superyacht hull number FR025

Italian superyacht builder Rossi Navi has a 46 meter yacht hull number FR025 under construction that is expected to be completed and delivered in 2012. The 46.35-meter yacht features exterior lines drawn by the well known Frank Mulder with an interior concept created by design Studio Spadolini.