South America

Benetti Delfino 93 motor yacht ZAPHIRA (BD005) to make her debut at Rio Boat Show 2014

The fifth Delfino 93’ superyacht ‘Zaphira’ (BD005) is set to make her premiere at the 2014 Rio Boat Show, taking place from April 9 to 15. Designed by Stefano Righini, this superb vessel boasts beautiful interiors by Carlo Galeazzi, comfortably sleeping up to 12 guests.

JFA Yachts to attend Cartagena Boat Show 2014

JFA Yachts will participate in the 2014 Cartagena Boat Show through the company Globe Sailing, presenting its Long Island 85′ yacht and Long Island 100′ superyacht projects to the South American market.

New 52m superyacht DONA FRANCISCA to feature full suit of Doyle Stratis sails

Recently launched by Astilleros Buquebus in Uruguay, the all-new 52m superyacht DONA FRANCISCA will receive a full set of Doyle Stratis sails, built by the Doyle Sails New Zealand loft in early 2013.

72ft Claasen luxury yacht LOUISE completes her maiden voyage to Rio de Janeiro

Built by the prominent Dutch manufacturer Claasen Shipyards, the 72-foot luxury yacht Louise (ex Bougainville) has successfully completed her maiden voyage to Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. This lovely and elegant racer/cruiser has been designed by Berret Racoupeau, with interior design by Rhoades Young.

Rio de Janeiro’s Marina da Gloria: Berthing during FIFA World Cup 2014

Marina da Gloria in Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro will be accommodating yachts during this year’s FIFA World Cup. The marina provides berths for yachts measuring up to 60 meters in LOA.

Newly launched DONA FRANCISCA Yacht by Astillero Buquebus and Soto Acebal

Measuring 52,5 meters in length, the gorgeous superyacht Dona Francisca has recently hit the water at Uruguay-based shipyard Astillero Buquebus as the biggest sailing boat ever built in carbon in America. She has been beautifully penned by Soto Acebal.

New sailing yacht DONA FRANCISCA launched by Astillero Buquebus

The brand new 52,5m superyacht Dona Francisca has hit the water at Astillero Buquebus in Uruguay. This majestic carbon schooner offers lovely accommodation to 8 guests in total.

IGY Marinas announce IGY Anchor Pass for the world’s largest superyachts

IGY Marinas announced the IGY Anchor Pass, aimed at large superyachts – private as well as those available for charter. The Anchor Pass is a unique 365-day game-changing berthing plan and dockage program that includes 10 IGY destinations.

Introduction of VanDutch in Latin America

As part of expansion strategy, VanDutch has inaugurated 7 new centers in Latin America, including Mexico, Panama, Costa Rica, Columbia, Venezuela, Brazil and Chile/Argentina.

New Country Manager Americas and new After Sales organization for Benetti

Fabrizio Scerch has become a new Country Manager Americas for Benetti, as part of the company’s strategy to widen the oversight on the strategic international markets.

PANAMA YACHT CHARTER and World Tour for luxury sailing catamaran ROSE OF JERICHO

Luxury catamaran ROSE OF JERICHO (ex Sun Tenareze) is an outstanding and well maintained charter yacht, available for Caribbean yacht rental, currently at the stage of planning a circumnavigation around the world, which would include Panama yacht charter, San Blas Islands, Panama Canal, as well as Las Perlas Archipelago (The Pearl Islands), Costa Rica, Galapagos, through to South Pacific and Polynesia.

Seatorque contributes to exceptional performance of MCP motor yacht Raffaella II

Seatorque Control Systems has been credited by MCP Yachts from Brazil, for contributing to the outstanding performance of its latest luxury yacht – the Hemisphere 140 motor yacht Raffaella II.