The Netherlands

Future Focused Programme presented by Global Superyacht Forum 2012

The three-day Global Superyacht Forum will be back at the Amsterdam RAI from November 12 to 14, 2012 with three core objectives marking each day of discussions.

Amels LE 180 luxury yacht STEP ONE delivered

Boasting 6 beautiful cabins for 12 guests, the 55m (180′) superyacht Step One, belonging to the Amels Limited Editions 180 series, has been successfully delivered.

Icon Yachts hosted international press on the HISWA’s Yacht Valley Press Tour 2012

As a part of the Yacht Valley Press tour 2012 organised by HISWA Holland, the prominent Dutch superyacht builder Icon Yachts was allowed to welcome fifteen of the best international press personalities, having given a unique possibility to admire luxurious vessels by Icon, inclusing their project, superyacht Maidelle.

Feadship – the first Western shipyard to sell a new-built 45m motor yacht to a Chinese Owner

The 45m motor yacht by Feadship is the first luxury vessel sold to a Chinese owner by a Western shipyard. Due to be delivered before the Chinese New Year in 2013, this splendid vessel can sleep 10 guests in comfort, looked after by a crew of 10.

47m superyacht LADY PETRA (YN 15947) by Heesen Yachts delivered

Launched last month, the 47m luxury motor yacht Lady Petra (YN 15947) by Heesen Yachts has been successfully delivered to her new Owner. This exceptional vessel can accommodate a total number of 12 guests in luxury and comfort. She carries a crew of 10 professionals.

44m motor yacht LADY L (YN 15944, ex Project Zentric) by Heesen Yachts delivered

Built by prestigious Heesen Yachts and featuring beautiful interior by Frank Laupman from Omega Architects, the 44m luxury motor yacht Lady L (YN 15944, ex Project Zentric) has been successfully delivered to her new Owner. This spectacular vessel accommodates 10 guests and boasts ultra-efficient Heesen hull, ensuring its 15-knot speed.

30m motor yacht Mulder 98 Flybridge by Mulder Shipyard with interior by Omega Architects

It is a busy period for Mulder Shipyard currently working on the 30m luxury motor yacht Mulder 38 Flybridge with exterior by Guide de Groot and interior by Frank Laupman from Omega Architects, as well as the first Bellagio yacht, which is scheduled for completion this year, while her second hull has been recently sold.

Swedish shiprepair yard Oskarshamnsvarvet acquired by Damen Shipyards

As a part of the expansion strategy with the main aim to reinforce their network of shiprepair yards in Europe, the Damen Shipyards has recently acquired the Swedish shiprepair yard Oskarshamnsvarvet.

85m motor yacht LIQUID concept designed by Vripack

Measuring impressive 85 metres, the luxury motor yacht Liquid is another spectacular concept developed by the prominent Dutch design studio Vripack. Among the special features of this fabulous vessel belongs a helipad.

Vripack Solar Team to race in the 2012 Frisian Solar Challenge

This year’s Frisian Solar Challenge will be attended by Vripack Solar Team, competing on the new 6m solar boat, sponsored by Whisper Power and built by Epomat. The race will take place from July 8 to 14, 2012.

Dutch marine company Ship Motion Group BV launched

Ship Motion Group BV is a new marine industry company established by two former key members of Amartech BV, Jan Bruggeman and Wouter Kloppenburg. The company […]

Heesen Yachts sells the first superyacht fitted with Hull Vane® – the 42m motor yacht YN 17042

As the first vessel equipped with Hull Vane to achieve a much more comfortable motion in heavy waves, the 42m luxury motor yacht YN 17042 is a wonderful fast displacement vessel, recently sold by Heesen Yachts and providing beautiful accommodation to 12 guests.