Holland Jachtbouw working on refit of its 41m sailing yacht THIS IS US

The well known Dutch shipyard, Holland Jachtbouw, is currently working on the refit of its 41m luxury charter yacht This Is Us (ex Skylge). Designed by bespoke Andre Hoek, she is due to be re-launched at the end of this year.

Construction of the 45m Holland Jachtbouw Yacht Y3 well underway

Works on the all-new 45m superyacht Y3 are well underway at the prominent Dutch shipyard, Holland Jachtbouw. This beautiful sloop will boast some special features, such as a fully automatic bimini and dodger.

Newly launched APOSTROPHE Yacht by Hakvoort and Diana Yacht Design

Featuring naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design, the superb 40-metre superyacht Apostrophe (YN247) was successfully launched by Hakvoort last Saturday. She offers luxurious accommodation in 5 lovely cabins.

Feadship announces formation of Feadship Heritage Fleet

In order to unite the owners of classic Feadship yachts, the ‘Feadship Heritage Fleet’ was officially introduced by the prestigious Dutch shipyard Feadship on April 16, 2013. The first three members of this association has already been presented: the 1966 motor yacht Ammerland, the 1967 superyacht The Highlander, as well as the 1972 luxury yacht Heavenly Daze.

METS encouraging charities to apply for DAME 2013 Funding

The government approved marine related public charities are invited by METS organiser Amsterdam RAI to apply for this year’s Design Award METS (DAME) funding.

K&M Yachtbuilders Open Day 2013 to feature 88ft TULIP Yacht

Designed by bespoke German Frers, the stylish 88-foot superyacht Tulip will be at the next K&M Yachtbuilders Open Day, being held on April 20, 2013.

New sailing yacht PELICAN 80 concept developed by Olivier van Meer & Sea Independent Custom

Introduced by Olivier van Meer and Sea Independent Custom, the beautiful Pelican 80 yacht concept represents a new design, developed to be handled by two persons. It can comfortably sleep 6 guests in total.

Diana Yacht Design working on refit of 39m motor sailor yacht DIONE STAR

The bespoke Dutch design firm, Diana Yacht Design, is currently working on the extensive refit of its 39m motor sailor yacht Dione Star (ex Colombaio Star). The refit of this beautiful vessel is due to be completed this spring.

A very busy time for Mulder Shipyard

It is a very busy time for Mulder Shipyard in the Netherlands, celebrating its 75th anniversary this year. The yard has recently completed the maintenance and refit works on its Mulder 70 Wheelhouse yacht June.

Mulder’s new 100-ton boatlift now fully operational

The Dutch boatlift company, Roodberg Holland, has constructed a new 100-ton boatlift for the new Mulder shipyard. The boatlift for yachts measuring up to 30m is now fully operational.

Mulder 98 Flybridge motor yacht YN1391 – first yacht in build at new shipyard

The all-new Mulder 98 Flybridge superyacht YN1391 is currently under construction, being built as the first luxury vessel at the new Mulder shipyard in Zoeterwoude-Rijndijk, the Netherlands. She will be powered by twin Caterpillar C32 diesels, reaching a maximum speed of over 20 knots.

First Vripack boat building day, June 22, 2013

Saturday, June 22, will be marked by the inaugural Vripack boat building day, currently being organized by the Technasium students of the Bogerman Sneek. The proceeds of the event will be donated to the Sailing Kids foundation.