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Codecasa launches 65-meter "Family Day"​

The latest yacht to come from Italian mega yacht builder Codecasa has been launched. She is the 65-meter, 825 ton (half load) yacht christened "Family Day". Her design is modern featuring a steel hull and aluminum superstructure. According to Codecasa, she has 2 X CAT 3516B marine diesels boasting an expected top speed of just over 17 knots. Upon dialing back on the horsepower, Family Day can attain over 5,000 NM at around 12 knots. On the inside, this 65-meter yacht is able to accommodate 12 guests in a sumptuous atmosphere. 12 guests sleep in 7 staterooms.

The yacht's interior is described as being contemporary modern in design. The interior was formulated by a team of architects in Anna Maria and Franco Della Role with inputs for the yacht's owner. The yacht's 5 decks are served by a dedicated elevator although a series of stairs allows complete access throughout...

Kingship launches second Magellan 110​

On the 14th of April, Kingship launched the second Magellan 110, project KS005. The yacht was rolled out of the shed and hit the water for preliminary trials, she is scheduled to be delivered in summer 2010.

Magellan 110 is the result of Kingship pulling together an all-star cast that includes stylist by Pieter Beeldsnijder of PB Design, Holland’s Vripack engineering and naval architecture, and Luiz de Basto’s interior design. The first Magellan 110 was launched at Kingship in 2007. Due to her success, Kingship has developed this project again with the same team in 2008, the only difference is the 1.5 meters extension of the sky lounge which gives the owner more interior space...

Cheoy Lee Global 103' Pilothouse Motoryacht
Downsizing Without Downgrading​

The reality of the global economic downturn hasn't slowed down Cheoy Lee. Beginning in January of 2010 and through the coming summer, they will have sold 5 or 6 new yachts. Instead of battening down the hatches to weather the economic storm, they've taken the opportunity to develop a number of new vessels including the Bravo 88 - already under construction - as well as the Global 103 shown below.​

The concept of the Global 103 came from Marty Isenberg of Cheoy Lee North America. He approached Mike Burvenich of MG Burvenich Yacht Design, asking him to come up with a concept for Cheoy Lee's next generation of mid-size motoryacht, a vessel that would succeed the very successful 95/100 series of motoryachts...

Proteksan & Turquoise launches 58.20-meter "Baraka"​

Turkish yacht builder Proteksan & Turquoise have launched their latest yacht. She is the new 58.20-meter blue-hulled "Baraka". She was successfully launched and transfered onto a floating drydock on April 15, 2010. Baraka's displacement hull was fashioned from steel and her superstructure from aluminum. With a displacement of 860 tonnes she has a higher end cruising speed of 14 knots powered by twin 3512B CAT marine diesels. She is expected to have a range of over 5,000 NM at 12 knots. Baraka will be delivered in time for summer but not before sea-trials and final outfitting.

For more information:

Proteksan & Turquoise,
Mahir Iz Cad. No:28,
34662 Altunizade,
Istanbul/ Turkey...

Holland Jachtbouw launches 62-meter "Athos"​

Dutch yacht builder Holland Jachtbouw (HJB) launched their latest yacht called "Athos". The new vessel represents the largest privately owned two-masted schooner in the world. Measuring 62m overall and designed by Andre Hoek, the operation to bring Athos to water involved a dramatic journey through the Dutch countryside. Too heavy to lift with a crane, the wheels of a giant trailer were carefully inserted under the cradle and the entire 400-tonne structure was carefully driven on to a pontoon.

The next stage of this major logistical operation saw the barge and its precious cargo towed on a two-day journey from our yard in Zaandam (close to Amsterdam) to the northern Dutch port of Harlingen. It was here that Athos’ deep-V hull made her first contact with the water as the yacht was launched by a massive 2000-tonne lift...

Richmond Yachts launch 150-foot "Status Quo"​

Hull number 6 was recently launched at the Richmond Yacht facility in British Columbia. The new yacht is the new 150-foot "Status Quo", successor to the 2003-launched 138-foot yacht of the same name. The new yacht also represents the largest FRP-constructed yacht to be built in Canada.

Status Quo is 150-feet long, 28-feet wide and draws a minimum draught of just over 6.5-feet. Twin MTUs with 2,000 HP each will give her an expected speed of around 18 knots. She is expected to also have a range of 3,500 NM with just over 49,000 LT of fuel.

The 312 tonne Status Quo has been designed by Ward Setzer of Setzer Design and the interior was a joint effort between Pavlik and Richmond Yachts. She sleeps 12 guests in 6 staterooms and 10 crew to serve the guests and the yacht's functions. Status Quo is is currently for sale and asking 30-Million dollars...

Northcoast launches N-125 motor yacht​

Northcoast Yachts in Tacoma Washington launched the N-125 on the 29th of March 2010. This 125-foot motor yacht was designed with a raised-pilothouse. The exterior was done by Northcoast's in-house designer and the interior by Adriel Rollins.

According to Northcoast Yachts the vessel is made in composite and features twin CAT 1925 HP C32 ACERT marine engines which gives her an estimated higher-end speed of 22 knots and a range in the region of 2,750 NM. She carries 11 guests in 5 well appointed staterooms while the crew of 6 are in 3 cabins. She is now on the market for sale pending completion...

McMullen & Wing launches 45-meter "Big Fish"​

McMullen & Wing proudly announce the launch of their latest build "BIG FISH". Moved from her construction shed over the previous weekend and positioned on the slipway she touched the water shortly after 8am. Over the next 3 weeks the hardtop and mast will be fitted, with handover in May.

This striking contemporary design from Gregory C. Marshall Naval Architects is a 45m large volume steel and aluminum motor yacht that exemplifies the highest standards of design, construction, fuel-efficiency, safety and comfort. Built ruggedly to ocean-going specifications, the full-displacement steel hull, aluminum superstructure vessel is capable of a 10,000-mile range and three full months of independent cruising.

Big Fish is a bold and edgy long range expedition yacht; strong lines and streamlined surfaces coupled with her plum bow and make her highly efficient...

New Generation Vripack 42-meter Explorer​

The sky being the limit encouraged Vripack to design a unique 138’ New Generation Explorer for a repeat client which will be launched Summer 2011. Interesting to know is that this sturdy and trendy displacement yacht is kept below 500GRT even though she has an impressive five decks.

The full beam Master cabin, with man height panoramic windows, and bathroom are located on the main deck, whilst 8 guests are accommodated in four cabins on the upper deck. As the Owner, Vripack and the builder, Cizgi Shipyard are not shy to push boundaries, this yacht’s construction combines three different materials, being a steel hull, an aluminum superstructure and a composite wheelhouse and navigation mast. This combination saves weight and keeps her in perfect balance as she is taller then many similar built yachts and also more comfortable...

OceAnco delivers 85-meter "Sunrays"​

On Tuesday 9 March 2010, OceAnco successfully delivered the commanding 85.47-m Mega Yacht, Y705. This tailor-made OceAnco Superyacht has been built for owners who have approached the project with great enthusiasm.

Y705 is based on the proven technical OceAnco 700 platform. Her exterior is by Bjorn Johansson Design and her interior by Terrence Disdale Design under the specific guidance of her owners. Not least because of her eye-catching teal-colored hull, Y705 is certain to stand out amongst the yachts in the Mediterrranean this Summer. Y705 is another exceptional yacht of individuality and style, which is a welcome and proud new member of the ever growing OceAnco fleet.

For more information:

OceAnco Shipyards,
Zuiderstek 40,
2950 AA Alblasserdam,
The Netherlands...

Christensen launches 162-foot "Remember When"​

Christensen Shipyard is pleased to announce that its latest yacht, the 162’ M/Y "Remember When", is near completion. Featuring an all composite, vacuum infused hull and superstructure, Remember When is being built for Christensen’s fourteenth repeat customer John Rosatti, who, currently owns the 2005 Christensen 157’ M/Y "Nice N’ Easy", currently for sale.

Remember When’s interior was designed by Carol Williamson and Associates to be an updated version of his current yacht. The yacht has 6 spacious cabins, including the Owners Cabin, VIP cabin, and 4 guest cabins which allow for up to 12 guests; interior woodwork built by Christensen’s in-house staff, has been done in high-gloss black walnut.

The custom stonework throughout was also done in-house at the yard’s state-of-the-art marble shop...

The new MCC 38m Transocean Explorer​

At the recent Miami Yacht and Brokerage Show MCC introduced their new MCC 38m; a yacht design in harmony with the times. Like the existing and soon to be completed 45m yachts, the 38m has the most economic single screw propulsion in the market with electrically driven Schottel jets for "get you home" security. The Schottels normally act as bow and stern thrusters easing maneuvering.

The original 45m Marco Polo was highly economical, not only in price but operation as well. Now the 38m - first MCC design of new in house designer Kasia Milewska - goes even further with an astounding 5300nm range at 11 knots for only 80 lph.

The owner will not only enjoy significant savings but will be confident he owns a green vessel. For the first time on an MCC yacht, he will tread upon kebony wood decks...

Oceanco Presents ES117 Project​

High Fashion on the High Seas​

The first of three yachts conceptualized by Lebanese designer
Elie Saab were unveiled at the Abu Dhabi Yacht Show 2010.​

Elie Saab in collaboration with Weyves Couture and Oceanco unveiled the first of three megayachts to be designed by the Lebanese designer – the ES117 – at a high-profile launch event at the Abu Dhabi Yacht Show 2010 on February 25. The magnificent 117m (384.78ft) megayacht is as impressive in its dimensions as the refinement of its design, characterized by its high ceiling, an innovation that Saab exclusively introduced to the yacht industry, and is the culmination of the efforts of an ensemble of extraordinarily creative individuals brought together under the Weyves Couture Concept.

“I always sought to represent my vision of modernity and elegance beyond the conventional limits of fashion...

Heesen launches 50-meter "SKY"​

Heesen Yachts is proud to announce that, hull number 14750, a 50 meter full-displacement motor yacht, was launched from the shipyard in Oss in the presence of her owners, who christened her "SKY". SKY is a fully customized 50 metre motor yacht of over 500GT (approx. 650GT), whose naval architecture has been conceived by Heesen’s in-house naval architects, while the exterior styling was drawn by Frank Laupman of Omega Architects.

The yacht’s contemporary and masculine interior, decorated predominantly with Makassar cabinetry and featuring carbon-fibre and stainless steel detailing, was designed by the New York-based interior designers Mojo-Stumer Associates. Mark Stumer says: “The architecture of the interior was created to reinforce a linear spatial quality without sacrificing internal headroom...

ISA Reveals 63-meter Superyacht​

With her Moon stone hull and Stark white superstructure, ISA’s magnificent new
63-meter motor yacht is now fully visible outside the shed where she was built.​

She is the largest superyacht ever built by ISA and is the first of three superyacht over 50 metres due to be launched and delivered by the shipyard this year. The displacement motor yacht boasts sleek and aggressive lines with an impressively long sloping stern, designed by Andrea Vallicelli in close collaboration with ISA’s architects. The Key West-styled interior makes clever use of bamboo and natural materials and was designed by Patrick Knowles...

Baglietto launches 42-meter "Lucky Me"​

Baglietto, world leader in the construction of mega motor yachts, announces the launching of the new 42m Wide Body fast motor-yacht christened “Lucky Me”. Entirely built in aluminum, it has a length of 42m and a beam of 8m. First sample of the new line Wide Body, it represents an important event for the yard that enriches its own range with a new fast motor-yacht line.

The external lines and the interior design are characterized by the creativity of the architect Francesco Paszkowski: An elegant and contemporary décor characterizes the taste of this yacht, enhanced by alternating wood essences, teak and white-painted oak for the walls, and from the use of precious and unique materials throughout...

Palmer Johnson 210' Super Sportsyacht​

The Palmer Johnson 210 (64m) is a new design concept that offers all the areas of a
tri-deck yacht wrapped in the muscular and sleek signature profile of a PJ Sportyacht. ​

It works because it has a unique point of reference in sharing the DNA of a highly successful design benchmark in modern yachting – the Palmer Johnson Sportsyacht. The PJ 210 gives the best of both worlds – huge open and covered deck areas for a relaxed and informal lifestyle that flow indoors to 2 generous salons, formal dining and cinema...