Sales volume increased significantly among Yachts 46 to 55 feet in May: May 2016 saw small boat sales drive overall market volume lower as the number of boats sold measuring under 26 feet declined 20% from the previous May, with sales declining from 1, 174 boats to 944. Sales in the 26- to 35-foot category also…
New Zealand and Fiji Jointly Promoting Superyacht Industry: The yachting industry in Fiji along with a number of New Zealand’s marine companies will jointed host an pen day at Port Denarau Marine and Yacht Club, Fiji, on August 5, to engage with superyacht owners ad their crews. The purpose of this educational, networking and social…
Ultra Luxurious 130M MegaYacht Design by Andy Waugh: Epiphany, the latest creation from Andy Waugh, is an ultra luxurious 130m superyacht that boasts a striking silhouette that emphasizes bold graphics, yet is characterized by a simple sophistication that gives her a timeless look. Epiphany’s design concept uses minimal styling lines and structure to create a…
Azimut 76 Megayacht Model Handed Over to First American Owners: About four years after Azimut introduced the line, a Magellano 76 is now in the hands of American owners. The new yacht is not the first Azimut for the American owners, who previously had a 55S. Because they wanted a bigger and longer-range yacht than…
Mangusta Launches Its First Long-Range Superyacht: The first steel and aluminum Oceano 42 motor yacht that is part of Mangusta’s Long Range line has been launched from Overmarine Group’s new shipyard in Pisa, Italy. The mayors of Pisa and Viareggio, designer Alberto Mancini, the Balducci family and officials from the Overmarine Group joined the owner…
Feadship Launches 70m Megaycht, M/Y Joy: Top Dutch shipyard Feadship has launched the 70m superyacht M/Y Joy from its facility in Kaag with a ceremony that included her owners, invited guests and the Feadship workforce. Joy is the first Feadship to feature exterior design by London designers Bannenberg and Rowell. It is also the first…
Superyachts Rejoice! Miraggio Thermal Spa Resort and Marina Opens in Greece: The country of Greece opened its five-star Miraggio Thermal Spa Resort in Halkidiki to superyachts cruising the Mediterranean in search of high-class accommodations. With the ability to accommodate motor yachts up to 40 meters, the marina offers a welcome shelter along the Grecian coast.…
Johnson Yachts Releases First MegaYacht in Johnson 93 Line: Taiwanese shipbuilder Johnson Yachts has launched the first hull in its Johnson 93 line. The yacht, built on spec, will be shipped to Fort Lauderdale in August, where she will be display and for sale at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show in November. Build as…
Cantiere delle Marche Launches Largest MegaYacht to Date: Italian superyacht builder Cantiere delle Marche has announce the launch of its largest yacht to date, the 33m M/Y Narvalo from its Nauta Air range. The steel and aluminum superyacht, commissioned by a South American, will be showcased at the Festival de la Plaisance in Cannes in…
Ferrari Franchi Unveils New 60m Superyacht Design: Italy’s Ferrari Franchi studio has developed a new superyacht concept that measure 60 meters and spans 11.3 meters, resulting in a total volume of 1000GT. The F60, an all aluminum design features main tender storage inside the bow, leaving the stern with ample space for an oversize beach…