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Palmer Johnson Yachts to move manufacturing to the Netherlands

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Palmer Johnson Yachts has signalled its intention to close its American yard and to transfer manufacturing to the Netherlands
Palmer Johnson Yachts has signalled its intention to close its American yard and to transfer manufacturing to the Netherlands

In an official statement, American superyacht builder, Palmer Johnson Yachts has announced their plans to relocate their manufacturing facilities to the Netherlands, confirming that their American facility will close its doors by the end of October with the loss of 100 jobs.

The relocation of the Palmer Johnson facility comes as part of the yard’s strategic plan to increase its production of the new carbon SuperSport series. Declining sales and escalating offshore competition also contributed to the closure of the Sturgeon Bay shipyard.

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Ferretti Group launches first Custom Line 108’ superyacht

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The Ferretti Group has announced the launch of their latest addition to the Custom Line series
The Ferretti Group has announced the launch of their latest addition to the Custom Line series

The Ferretti Group has announced the launch of their latest addition to the Custom Line series: the very first 108.

Launched at the Ferretti shipyard facility in La Spezia, Italy a few days ago, the yard will spend the next few days completing the interior outfitting of the yacht and testing her engineering systems on the water. Once these tests are completed, the yacht will be delivered to her new owner in a private ceremony.

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Damen launches superyacht support vessel

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DAMEN launches its first superyacht support vessel
DAMEN launches its first superyacht support vessel

The sale of a new 69-metre superyacht support vessel marks the next level of development for the successful Yacht Support range built by DAMEN in cooperation with Dutch luxury yacht builder AMELS. The new SEA AXE 6911 is the first in the Yacht Support range to feature the ultimate technical area for serious superyacht helicopter operations – a fully enclosed hangar beneath the LY3 / MCA fully certified helideck.

The new build vessel is under construction at Damen Shipyards Gorinchem in the Netherlands and scheduled for delivery in June 2016 – the fifth purpose-built Yacht Support vessel to be delivered since DAMEN and AMELS introduced the revolutionary new concept to the superyacht market in 2009.

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New 50m MAKO superyacht unveiled by ThirtyC

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ThirtyC has revealed its dramatic looking exterior for its 50M yacht ‘MAKO’
ThirtyC has revealed its dramatic looking exterior for its 50M yacht ‘MAKO’

The 50M yacht ‘MAKO’ Exterior is being developed by ThirtyC Design, in partnership with Baldwin Harris for the interior and what a beauty she looks too. The collaboration between the studios aims to provide a coherent balance between the dramatic exterior, focusing on large areas of glass and entertaining spaces with the cool contemporary, yet relaxed interior blending seamlessly throughout.

The bold statement area of glass forwards by ThirtyC provides a full height floor to ceiling outlook, flooding the space with light, and bringing the feel of the ocean on board.

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New concept to be unveiled at Monaco Yacht Show by Barracuda Yacht Design

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Barracuda Yacht Design is set to showcase their new 65m explorer concept at the Monaco Yacht Show
Barracuda Yacht Design is set to showcase their new 65m explorer concept at the Monaco Yacht Show

The Madrid based company, Barracuda Yacht Design, has announced their latest ‘go-anywhere’ 65m Barracuda Explorer motor yacht which they say has ‘military bite’.

The 65m Barracuda Explorer yacht concept is an ice-class, approved design with living space and accommodation amenities normally found on an equivalent sized superyacht.

Fully capable as a long range cruiser with up to 7,000km range and able to achieve a maximum speed in the region of 16 to 18 knots and cruising speed in the region of 14 knots, the concept has been designed with rough conditions in mind. To thos effect it boasts a prominent bow and double chine effect.

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Legislation changes means superyachts may soon be allowed to stay in Washington waters tax free

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Impending legislation changes means superyachts may soon be allowed to stay in Washington waters tax free
Impending legislation changes means superyachts may soon be allowed to stay in Washington waters tax free

The US Washington maritime industry is celebrating the passage of the Marine Tourism Bill, which passed the state House of Representatives after more than four years in a session held late Tuesday night. The Bill has now been sent on to Governor Jay Inslee for his signature and if signed, will take effect from 1st September 2015.

If successful, the law will allow yachts registered as an LLC, to stay in Washington state waters for up to 180 days before a 10% tax on the value of the vessel is levied. In the past, this tax would be enforced after an LLC-registered or entity-owned yacht stayed more than 60 days.

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Gibraltar superyacht industry gets a welcome boost

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The Gibraltar superyacht industry has received a massive boost with the anouncement of two proposed new marina developments
The Gibraltar superyacht industry has received a massive boost with the anouncement of two proposed new marina developments

The Gibraltar superyacht industry is revelling in the news that there are two proposed new superyacht marinas coming to the area. This news will surely increase the popularity for Gibraltar as a superyacht destination.

The first announcement came as Ocean Village’s proposed superyacht marina project and 102 waterside apartments was granted outline planning permission by the Development and Planning Commission. This decision represents a landmark victory for Ocean Village who have been strongly advocating the need for expansion in the marina’s current superyacht facilities due to the fast growing number of superyachts calling at Gibraltar.

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Next generation Sunseeker 116 luxury yacht is in production

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Sunseeker reports that its next generation of luxury yachts is now in production
Sunseeker reports that its next generation of luxury yachts is now in production

Sunseeker International has revealed the first images of its brand new Sunseeker 116 luxury yacht, which is currently under production in Dorset, UK and due to launch in spring 2016.

The Sunseeker 116 is part of Sunseeker’s “next generation” of 30 metre-plus yachts.

The new Sunseeker 116 is built on the platform of the Sunseeker 115 Sport Yacht and improves upon this proven model. Beyond extending the LOA, the Sunseeker 116 features an updated new superstructure design, sporting rakish and powerful-looking exterior lines.

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DYT Yacht Transport schedules its largest yacht carrier for trip to South Pacific

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DYT Yacht Transport schedules its largest yacht carrier for trip to South Pacific
DYT Yacht Transport schedules its largest yacht carrier for trip to South Pacific

New policies making it easier for foreign flagged vessels to explore the coastlines of Australia have inspired DYT Yacht Transport to schedule its largest semi-submersible yacht carrier, the 686-foot (209-metre) Yacht Express, to deliver yachts to the South Pacific. The trip coordinates with the end of the Mediterranean charter season, starting in Genoa (Italy) in November to accommodate private luxury yachts and charter vessels departing from the Mediterranean Sea. Operating with its unique float-on/float-off method, the ship will make additional port calls in the Caribbean, Florida, Costa Rica, and Tahiti before arriving in Sydney and Auckland by the end of January.

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Largest ever superyacht concept, Double Century, is unveiled

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Australian superyacht designer, Christopher Seymour, has revealed his latest creation entitled Double Century which at 200m long is 20m longer than the Azzam built by Lurssen and boasts a cool price tag of 699 million euros
Australian superyacht designer, Christopher Seymour, has revealed his latest creation entitled Double Century which at 200m long is 20m longer than the Azzam built by Lurssen and boasts a cool price tag of 699 million euros

Superyacht designer, Christopher Seymour, has revealed his latest creation entitled Double Century. At 200m, Double Century would become the laregst superyacht in the world if she is built – some 20 metres longer than Lurssen’s Azzam.

Working together with Florida based brokers 4Yacht to market and promote the concept and project, Seymour has set out to create a design that would be an evolution of the gigayacht. Achieving a sleek design that doesn’t result in an aesthetic more in line with a cruise ship is not an easy task. Nevertheless, Seymour has managed to create a sleek exterior despite having nine decks and stretching 27m above the waterline.

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Mulder Yachts launches the 28.65 metre Voyager

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Mulder Yachts has successfully launched the Mulder 94 Voyager at the Zoeterwoude facility of Mulder Shipyard
Mulder Yachts has successfully launched the Mulder 94 Voyager at the Zoeterwoude facility of Mulder Shipyard

Mulder Yachts has successfully launched the Mulder 94 Voyager on the 12th of May at the Zoeterwoude facility of Mulder Shipyard. With a length over all of 28.65 meters and a gross tonnage 160, the Voyager is a full custom built yacht with an aluminium hull and superstructure. Over the next weeks the yacht is being prepared for her sea trials and will be ready for delivery this summer.

Designed by Frank Laupman of Omega Architects and naval architecture by Vripack, this semi displacement yacht is built according to RINA classification and is equipped with twin Caterpillar 1150hp engines for a top speed of 18 knots. The cutting-edge technical solutions of noise and vibration insulation will contribute to the relaxed and peaceful atmosphere on board.

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Winners of the World Superyacht Awards announced

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The splendid 73m Grace E was named Motor Yacht of the year at the World Superyacht Awards in Amsterdam
The splendid 73m Grace E was named Motor Yacht of the year at the World Superyacht Awards in Amsterdam

The victorious winners of the World Superyacht Awards 2015 were announced on 9 May at the 10th edition of the event in Amsterdam. The host city, with its rich maritime history, provided a fitting backdrop as a distinguished audience of superyacht owners and industry specialists took their seats at the Westergasfabriek.

The World Superyacht Awards ceremony, which celebrates excellence in superyacht build and design, is the most anticipated event in the superyacht calendar.

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