Yacht Designers

St Barth’s Bucket Regatta 2014 to kick off today

An extraordinary celebration of superyachts under sail, the 2014 St Barth’s Bucket Regatta is set to start today, on March 28. The event will be attended by a strong fleet of 38 sailing yachts.

Dubois-designed sailing yacht MOONBIRD takes first in class at Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta 2014

Beautifully penned by Dubois Naval Architects, luxury charter yacht Moonbird (ex Moonlight) took first place in her class at the 2014 Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta. She will also participate in this month’s St Barths Bucket Regatta.

Motor yacht AeroCruiser 38 II Flybridge unveiled by Danish Yachts at Palm Beach Boat Show 2014

Superyacht AeroCruiser 38 II Flybridge has been officially presented by Danish Yachts at an exclusive luncheon event at the Palm Beach Yacht Club during this year’s Palm Beach Boat Show. The evolution of Shooting Star yacht, she can reach an impressive top speed of up to 50 knots.

Third Limited Edition 212 motor yacht ‘Z’ (hull 6503) launched by Amels

The leading Dutch maker, Amels, has recently launched its third Limited Edition 212 superyacht Hull 6503. Designed by Tim Heywood, she has already undergone sea trials.

Westport launches 50m series Westport 164 motor yacht Hull #12

Westport has launched its third vessel this year – the 12th 50m series superyacht Hull #12 (Hull 5012), beautifully penned by Donald Starkey and William Garden.

Admiral Yachts working on construction of 45m motor yacht FLYING DRAGON (ex Capri)

The Regale 45 WJ superyacht Flying Dragon (ex Capri) is currently under construction at the Italian shipyard, Admiral Yachts. Penned by Luca Dini, she is expected to be handed over this summer and will be exhibited at this year’s Monaco Yacht Show.

Video: Front Street Shipyard’s update on the yachts and growth of the yard

A video made by Front Street Shipyard during the 2014 Palm Beach Boat Show, providing an update on the company’s superyacht designs created by Setzer, as well as the growth of the yard.

Overmarine Group launches Mangusta 130 motor yacht Hull #18

Overmarine Group has recently launched the new Mangusta 130 superyacht Hull no. 18. She boasts racy, decisive lines and is expected to reach an impressive top speed of 38 knots.

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.

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.