Southern Spars

A great success of Southern Spars-rigged yachts at Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race

It has been a huge success for the Southern Spars-rigged yachts at the Rolex Sydney Hobart Race, taking Line Honours victory for nine consecutive years.

Third WallyCento Yacht signed and in build

Set to be launched in June 2015, the third WallyCento superyacht has been recently signed and is currently in build at Green Marine in the UK.

Dubois-designed MONDANGO 3 Yacht launched by Alloy Yachts

The all-new 56,4m superyacht Mondango 3 successfully hit the water on December 5, 2013. Scheduled for delivery in late February 2014, this beautiful ketch was designed by world-renowned Dubois Naval Architects and built by the prestigious NZ shipyard, Alloy Yachts.

Newly launched 56m sailing yacht MONDANGO 3 by Alloy Yachts

The prominent NZ shipyard, Alloy Yachts, successfully launched its all-new 56m superyacht Mondango 3 (AY46) on December 5, 2013. Designed by Dubois Yachts, she offers deluxe accommodation to 11 guests in total.

Kiwi design and technology on display at this week’s METS

Fifteen members of the New Zealand Marine Export Group will be attending this week’s Marine Equipment Trade Show (METS) in Amsterdam, including Doyle Sails New Zealand, presenting their Stratis ICE sail fibre. This will be featured on such outstanding vessels as the 37m charter yacht Moonbird.

Two Oceans Marine and Du Toit Yacht Design launch 75ft Open Ocean 750 Sailing Catamaran HQ2

The all-new 75ft Open Ocean 750 sailing yacht HQ2 has been recently launched by the South African shipyard Two Oceans Marine and Du Toit Yacht Design. This lovely catamaran offers luxurious, comfortable and versatile accommodation for a family of five, looked after by a crew of 2.

New Zealand yacht makers once again nominated for major international awards

Three prestigious New Zealand-based luxury yacht builders, including Alloy Yachts, Yachting Developments, as well as Fitzroy Yachts, have been shortlisted for the 2013 ISS Design Awards. The winners will be announced in Fort Lauderdale tomorrow, on October 23.

Monaco Yacht Show 2013 to feature compelling ‘New Zealand story’

A total number of 17 New Zealand-based organisations will participate in the next Monaco Yacht Show, including such important superyacht builders as Alloy Yachts and Fitzroy Yachts.

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.

Luxury yacht QUINTESSENTIAL demonstrating a great success of NZ companies

The spectacular 2012 100-foot superyacht Quintessential by Yachting Developments represents a huge success of the New Zealand companies. This magnificent catamaran has won both the World Superyacht Award 2013, as well as the ShowBoats Design Award 2013.

Alloy Yacht ENCORE featuring full inventory of Doyle sails

Featuring a full inventory of Doyle sails, the 44-metre superyacht Encore is a beautiful sloop, launched by Alloy Yachts at the end of April 2013.

New Zealand superyacht capabilities to shine at NZ Superyacht Day in San Francisco

To take place in San Francisco on September 7, 2013, the NZ Superyacht Day will run on the first day of the 34th America’s Cup. The event will be attended by five award-winning New Zealand superyacht companies: Alloy Yachts, Events Clothing, Fitzroy Yachts, McMullen & Wing, and Southern Spars.