Lürssen Launches 95m Superyacht Madsummer: German shipyard Lürssen has launched Superyacht Madsummer, formerly known as Project Fiji, scheduled for delivery this summer, making her one of four Lürssen superyachts scheduled for launching in 2019. Designed by Harisson Eidsgaard has designed a superyacht with harmonious proportions in a length of 95 meters and a beam of…
Damaged Superyacht My Song Hauled Out of Water Near Palma: The 40-meter racing yacht My Song, which fell overboard while being transported on a cargo ship from the Caribbean to the Mediterranean, has been hauled out of Italian waters near Palma de Mallorca. Local sources indicate that the hull sustained serious damage. My Song fell…
Initial Silent 80 Yacht Sold, Due for 2020 Delivery: Silent Yachts, the creator of the first silent catamarans, has sold the first Silent 80 yacht, which uses silent electric propulsion. Currently under construction in Ancona, Italy, her delivery is planned for early 2020, Three more units have also been sold and due for delivery later…
Superyacht Builder Christensen Shipyards Readies Move to Tennessee: American yacht builder Christensen Shipyards is getting ready to move its entire operation to a new facility in Tellico Lake, TN, about 15 miles from Knoxville Airport. The move has been in the works for about 15 years for the shipyard currently based in Vancouver, WA. The…
93m Superyacht Oniric Concept Debut By Castello Studio and PGYD Yacht Design: Francesco Castello Studio and PGYD Yacht Design have collaborated to create the 93-meter yacht concept Oniric. The completed project features numerous luxury accommodations, with ample room for both guest and private owner spaces. The exterior features of Oniric are characteristic of naval vessels,…
Heesen Launches 50m Masa: Formerly known as Project Aster, the 50-meter yacht now known as Masa, has been launched from the Heesen Yachts shipyard in Oss, Netherlands. The owner named his yacht Masa, the eighth in Heesen’s popular 5000 Aluminum Class because it means “my diamond.” Christiano Gatto designed the interiors, which feature light colors…
ISA Debuts Superyacht Agora III: The sporty yet graceful superyacht Agora III is set to be the largest private yacht in Japan. Measuring 43 meters, Agora III, built by ISA Yachts, features an aluminum hull and superstructure with sleek lines to enhance the exterior and the work of interior designer Luca Dini. The design is…
New Superyacht Village and Marina to Debut at FLIBS 2019: The 2019 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) will unveil a brand new Superyacht Village at Pier 66 south. Already the largest in-water boat show in the world, the new marina and exhibition space will expand FLIBS to over 3 million square feet in 2019.…
EU Tariffs on US-Built Yachts Offering More Options But Less Flexibility: When the European Union announced a 25 percent tariff on US-built yachts entering its waters in 2018, the move caused a wave of anxiety throughout the industry. The move wasn’t immediately felt, however, as many yachts had already entered EU waters when the tariffs…
Superyacht Valkyrie Concept Brings Luxury to a New Level: The sleek and modern design of the new luxury giga yacht concept Valkyrie delivers a yachting experience like no other. At 229 meters this yacht from Chalhun Design has a streamlined appearance yet is packed with amenities. The Valkyrie’s hull and superstructure are chrome colored, with…