CRN, the shipyard based in Ancona specialising in the construction of steel and aluminium pleasure vessels between 50 and 90 metres in length, has held a private ceremony to launch its hull No 134 – a 55-metre megayacht named Atlante that stands out for her very strong, unmistakable personality.
This yacht is the outcome of the outstanding job performed by design firm Nuvolari Lenard, that pencilled her outer lines, and CRN’s Engineering Department, which was in charge of naval engineering.
A group of IIMS members and non members assembled for what turned out to be a full on day at the IIMS Western Mediterranean Small Craft Working Group training day, held at the Palma superyacht show in Majorca. The event was made even more agreeable due to the splendid, early season, warm and sunny weather.
The day began with a couple of presentations by IIMS CEO, Mike Schwarz, given in an outdoor location within the show itself before the event opened. This attracted an audience approaching 40 people, which apart from member surveyors, also included representatives from local insurance companies, refit yards and yacht brokers. Mike spoke about the activities of the institute, operating in three core markets as a membership organisation, an educator and a certifying authority. He also explained the benefits of membership and talked about the values of engaging an IIMS member surveyor. After a short break, Mike concluded by speaking about the growing work of the Marine Surveying Academy in the area of accreditation for other marine and industry organisations.
Dutch superyacht builder, ICON Yachts, has recently announced the order by an experienced yachtsmen for the biggest new construction project in the shipyard’s history. Tim Heywood is responsible for the sleek and timeless lines of the project, which is due to be completed by Summer 2017.
Jen Wartena, CEO of ICON Yachts, said: “This project will be the largest yacht to date that ICON Yachts has built. We are excited to have been rewarded with the construction of this project with such fantastic pedigree.”
The powering for the 17kn top speed and long range efficiency will be realized with a state of the art diesel electric hybrid propulsion setup.
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Feadship has launched the 44.20 metre (145’0”) Moon Sand superyacht. After the completion of a number of new builds in partnership with renowned exterior designers over the past year, Moon Sand is a salient reminder of the formidable design expertise Feadship has in-house.
Like every pure custom Feadship, Moon Sand is first and foremost a reflection of the owners who commissioned her. The look, feel and function of this striking new Feadship certainly benefits from the high degree of input from the clients, who liaised with De Voogt Design closely on every aspect.
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The Singapore Yacht Show takes place from 23-26 April, with an incredible line-up of the most luxurious superyachts, boats, international lifestyle brands and superyacht industry leaders.
Organisers have just announced that the 69-metre Australian-built M/Y Saluzi, the largest permanently based yacht available for charter in Asia, will be on display at the Show. Recently refitted, the former luxury cruise ship, is the product of remarkable engineering and vision, designed to offer a truly unique floating vacation home for exploring Asian waters.
Named after the mystical warhorse of Tang Dynasty Emperor Taizong that, according to legend, despite being wounded in battle by an arrow amidst fierce fighting, the valiant super-powered horse unflinchingly delivered the Emperor back to safety. The artwork of ? the horse on the exterior of the yacht has been specially created by the artist, Li Jiwei as a modern interpretation of the ancient tale and in his own words Saluzi is “an expression of both East and West, a blending of spirituality and materiality.”
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The 42 metre displacement motoryacht Alive, recently delivered by Heesen Yachts in the Netherlands, is the first luxury yacht equipped with a Hull Vane. After a 30m passenger catamaran and a 55m offshore supply vessel, MY Alive represents the third full scale application of the fuel saving device called Hull Vane. Full scale test results have proven fuel savings averaging 20% in the yacht’s useful speed range (12-16 knots).
Even without Hull Vane, the hull shape of MY Alive is very fuel efficient, as it is base d on the Fast Displacement Hull Form (FDHF) from Van Oossanen Naval Architects, the company where the Hull Vane was originally invented. Model tests at the Wolfson Unit showed unprecedented fuel economy for a yacht of these dimensions – and this was later confirmed at sea.
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The 165ft / 50m classic motor yacht Malahne was re-launched on March 14th at Pendennis Shipyard, Falmouth, after a substantial 30 month restoration, during which time the project details have been shrouded in secrecy. Designed by Charles E Nicholson and built by Camper & Nicholsons in 1937, Malahne is one of a very small number of pre-war motor yachts to have survived until the 21st Century. Having now undergone one of the most ambitious restorations of all time, her original elegance has been reinstated, whilst being modernised to be fully classed by Lloyd’s Register complying with the MCA Large Yacht Code (LY3).
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Early bird bookings close soon for Quaynote Palma Superyacht ConferencesEarly Bird bookings for the Quaynote Superyacht Conference and Business Networking Events taking place in Palma de Mallorca at the end of April are still available until March 31st.
Running alongside the 3rd annual Palma Superyacht Show and the 32nd Boatshow Palma, the Quaynote Palma Superyacht Conferences are no stranger to the island of Mallorca having run their popular ‘Future of Superyachts’ forums there over many years from 2007 onwards.
The organisers have announced a full and varied agenda for this edition, with a high level of support from many well known speakers, technical panel members and supporting sponsors from the global superyacht industry.
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The European Committee for Professional Yachting (ECPY) has likened the proposed tax on yachts in French waters to what happened in Sardinia between 2006 and 2009. According to ECPY, this legislation, if passed, would have a profound and potentially catastrophic effect.
In January, the French Senate introduced a bill to tax yachts that were cruising in any of the 322 French managed marine areas, representing almost a quarter of the country’s territorial waters. But the bill was kicked out by the National Assembly as they realised the damaging effect it could have on what is a lucrative industry and popular leisure pastime.
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The new 89 metre INFINITY is the superyacht industry’s first delivery in 2015 – constructed by Oceanco. Built under the project name Y710, this magnificent yacht boasts a commanding exterior design by Espen Øino and an exceptional interior design by Sinot Exclusive Yacht Design and David Kleinberg Design Associates.
True to her name, the possibilities for INFINITY are endless. Oceanco she is a go-anywhere yacht that offers safety, comfort, elegance, and the best possible lifestyle afloat. INFINITY accommodates her owners in a spectacular master suite including a private exterior deck and whirlpool, as well as 10 guests in 6 guest suites, including 2 VIP Continue reading “Oceanco Delivers the first superyacht of 2015 – INFINITY”
The 2015 edition of Superyacht Management Meeting: Fiscal has been confirmed. The event, to be held on 28 April in Monaco, will provide a platform for attendees to devise a strategy for the effective lobbying of the European Commission, on the subject of fiscal harmonisation and superyacht specific legislation. This project is groundbreaking in its ambition, and in a new era of prudent management, is something that top industry professionals should be a part of.
The agenda of the Superyacht Management Meeting is rooted in the hugely successful Fiscal workshop at the Global Superyacht Forum in 2014. The workshop, led by Stephen Coleclough, culminated in a standing ovation after his declaration that fiscal harmonisation for Europe is a realistic goal, and one that the superyacht community should work together to attain.
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Blohm+Voss has appointed Fred van Beers as its Chief Executive Officer Management Board (CEO). As of 1 March 2015, Fred van Beers will take over from Dr Herbert Aly as CEO to lead Blohm+Voss’ growth strategy. His focus will be on developing the luxury yacht business. He will also work to strengthen the leading position of Blohm+Voss in general repairs and conversions with a specific focus for cruise ships and vessels for the off-shore industry.
Fred van Beers (52) has held senior leadership positions in the maritime industry for more than 15 years. He joins Blohm+Voss from his current position as Vice President Services Northern Europe at Wärtsilä, the global leader in complete lifecycle power solutions for the maritime industry and energy markets with a presence in more than 70 countries.
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