Yacht Designers

US debut for Benetti Vision 145′ motor yacht CHECKMATE at Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show 2013

The next Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show will be marked by the US debut of the Benetti Vision 145′ charter yacht Checkmate (BV018). This beautiful vessel represents 44 meters of pure elegance.

Launch of the first motor yacht Ferretti 750

The leading Italian builder, Ferretti Yachts, part of the Ferretti Group, has recently launched the first luxury yacht Ferretti 750. She represents the restyling version of the successful Ferretti 720 yacht, however, features a sleeker and sportier line, thanks to the new, lowered flybridge and an innovative stern area.

New 65′ Commuter motor yacht design by Barracuda Yacht Design

Destined for a Mexican client, the modern 65′ commuter yacht design has been developed by Barracuda Yacht Design from Spain. Accommodation is offered to up to 6 guests in three double cabins.

Video of motor yacht GLADIUS leaving port of Livorno in Italy

This is a video of the 39m Cantieri di Pisa superyacht Gladius, leaving the port of Livorno in Italy, taken by Roberto Malfatti.

French navy tugboat LE LUTTEUR converted into a superyacht by Cobra Yacht

Originally constructed in 1963, the 30-metre French navy tugboat Le Lutteur has been beautifully converted into a superyacht by Cobra Yacht from Turkey.

A very successful ‘Friends of NZ Marine’ programme

Supported by such prestigious superyacht designers as Ed Dubois and Ron Holland, the Friends of NZ Marine programme, an initiative launched by New Zealand Marine Industry Association (NZ Marine) earlier this year, represents a huge success.

Vitters launch 46m sailing yacht GANESHA (hull 3067) designed by Dubois

Vitters has successfully launched its all-new 46m superyacht Ganesha, previously known as hull 3067. Penned by Dubois Naval Architects, she features interior design by Newcruise.

Cantiere delle Marche to present Darwin Class 96 Yacht STELLA DI MARE at Cannes Boat Show 2013

The Italian shipyard, Cantiere delle Marche, will be attending the upcoming Cannes International Boat Show, exhibiting its all-new Darwin Class 96′ superyacht Stella di Mare, designed by Sergio Cutolo of Hydro Tec.

Video of Jongert 3200P Yacht

This is a video showing the all-new Jongert 3200P superyacht. Measuring 32 meters in LOA, she is entirely designed by Rhoades Young, with the hull lines drawn by Doug Peterson.

Second round of sea trials for 180m Lurssen mega yacht AZZAM

The largest superyacht in the world, the breath-taking 180m Lurssen mega yacht AZZAM has started the second round of her sea trials in the North Sea. She is expected to reach a top speed of up to 30 knots.

The penultimate day of Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2013

The Reichel/Pugh 66 luxury yacht Wild Oats X won on the water on the penultimate day of the currently running Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2013, but lost on the rope at the Audi Tug O’ War Sports Challenge.

New 78m mega yacht design by Impossible Productions Ink

The latest 78-metre superyacht design has been proudly introduced by Impossible Productions Ink from New York. This breath-taking vessel offers deluxe accommodation in one owner’s suite, three VIP suites, as well as two guest suites.