Sailing Yachts

Nautor’s Swan announces opening of new office in Palma de Mallorca

The all-new initiative, Nautor’s Swan – Mallorca International, has been announced by the prominent Finnish luxury yacht maker, Nautor’s Swan. The new office is positioned in the prestigious harbour of Port Adriano, nestled in the popular Spanish yacht charter destination – Palma de Mallorca.

Dykstra-designed luxury yacht RAINBOW showcased at Monaco Yacht Show 2013

Dykstra-designed and Holland Jachtbouw-built 40-metre superyacht Rainbow was exhibited at the last month’s Monaco Yacht Show. This spectacular J-Class sloop features lovely accommodation for up to 10 guests.

Dykstra-designed sailing yacht ADELA wins America’s Cup Superyacht Regatta

The America’s Cup Superyacht Regatta 2013 has been won by the majestic superyacht Adela, built by Pendennis to a design by Dykstra Naval Architects. The Showboat award went to the Royal Huisman yacht Athena for her spectacular display during the event.

Dykstra-refitted sailing yacht VELSHEDA first at J-Class race Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2013

It has been a great success for the Dykstra-refitted superyacht Velsheda at this year’s Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup in Sardinia’s Porto Cervo. She was victorious in the J-Class race, followed by Rainbow yacht and charter yacht Ranger, respectively.

Rolex Middle Sea Race 2013 to host more than 100 international yachts

The forthcoming Rolex Middle Sea Race 2013 will mark the end of the Mediterranean sailing season. To be hosted by the lovely yacht charter destination – Malta, the event is expected to be attended by more than 100 international yachts.

Re-launch of 100-foot Alden sailing yacht SUMMERWIND with new GMT carbon spars

This summer saw the re-launch of the majestic 100-foot Alden superyacht Summerwind, originally built by the C.A. Morse yard in Maine (now Lyman-Morse) in 1929. She boasts the new carbon spars by GMT Composites.

Sailing yacht Tara crosses the Canadian Northwest Passage

As part of the Tara Oceans Polar Circle expedition, sailing yacht Tara crossed the Canadian Northwest Passage on Saturday, September 28, 2013.

Conrad Shipyard celebrating its 10th anniversary this year

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the prominent Polish builder, Conrad Shipyard. The company has presented their latest and largest Conrad 115 superyacht Lunar at this month’s Cannes Boat Show and Monaco Yacht Show.

Overall victory for Cambria, Leonore and Il Moro di Venezia Yachts at Panerai Classic Yachts Challenge 2013 Mediterranean Circuit

This year’s 35th edition of the Régates Royales de Cannes came to its close on Saturday, September 28. The overall winners of the Panerai Classic Yachts Challenge 2013 Mediterranean Circuit have become sailing yacht Cambria in the Bog Boat class, Leonore yacht in the Vintage class and Il Moro di Venezia yacht in the Classic class.

Action packed last day at the 35th Régates Royales de Cannes – Trophée Panerai

The last day of this year’s 35th Régates Royales de Cannes – Trophée Panerai was full of action. Luxury yacht Moonbeam of Fife III was victorious in the Big Boats class.

Les Voiles de Saint Tropez 2013, September 28 – October 6

This year’s popular Les Voiles de Saint Tropez is to kick off today, on September 28. The event will be attended by 115 Classic yachts, 160 Modern boats, 18 Tofinous, 8 Code 0s, as well as 13 Wallys, including the majestic 100-foot superyacht Nomade IV, designed by Finot Conq.

Perini Navi Yacht MALTESE FALCON receives first Baccarat SuperYacht World Trophy

Handed over during the presentation taking place aboard the new Amels superyacht Engelberg, the first Baccarat SuperYacht World Trophy went to the breath-taking Perini Navi charter yacht Maltese Falcon.