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The Dutch Shipyard had revealed the Simply Custom Concept last year in Fort Lauderdale International Boatshow.  This year it has started taking shape. In contrast to their custom superyacht series, the Simply Custom yachts all share a length of 262 feet, yet feature unique interiors designed by renowned yacht designers such as Espen Øino, Lobanov Design, and Nuvolari Lenard. Buyers benefit from...

World's largest in-water boat show, the Fort Lauderdale International Boat exhibition hosts over $4 billion worth of yachts and nautical items each year, spanning all niches. This year started on the 30th of October, marking it’s 65th anniversary, the show has successfully concluded on the 3rd of...

Lürssen and Rolls-Royce have announced a strengthened collaboration focused on yacht refits. The two companies have signed a framework agreement that outlines their cooperation in overhauling mtu propulsion systems, aiming to enhance service for yacht customers. Lürssen, known for constructing many of the world's largest yachts, frequently equips its vessels with mtu propulsion systems from...

On October 14, 2024, the America's Cup Hall of Fame gala honored its usual array of exceptional sailors alongside a well-respected sailing journalist. However, the committee deviated from tradition by presenting the Sir Richard Francis Sutton, 5th Baronet Medal to Louis Vuitton. While not quite comparable to an Oscar, this recognition makes the fashion house the first luxury brand to be inducted into the...

The wallyrocket51, the first pure racing sailing model created by Wally, has been officially launched. This vessel marks a significant advancement in sailing innovation while preserving the brand's signature style and performance legacy. Designed to be the fastest owner-driver monotype globally, the wallyrocket51 is also tailored for success in IRC and ORC competitions, thanks to meticulous attention to...

The Italian shipyard has introduced a new line of megayachts, the B.Loft range, which is designed with entirely new architectural principles. These yachts aim to impart a contemporary residential atmosphere to large cruisers, blending “the volumes of a villa with the luminosity of a loft,” as stated by Benetti. Created by the Italian design firm Cassetta Yacht Designers, the B.Loft yachts will...

Riva announced the construction of the first Riva 70 meters, the largest Riva flagship superyacht in the brand’s history. With its innovative volumes, sleek lines, steel hull, and aluminum superstructure, the Riva 70 meters sets a new benchmark for environmentally friendly yacht construction while combining exceptional performance and environmental sustainability through the use of heat recovery...

The Monaco Yacht Show (MYS), a yearly must-attend occasion for fans of yachting, commemorates its 33rd anniversary in 2024. Monaco's Port Hercule, which houses the year's most recent and highly anticipated gathering of superyachts, has been converted into a veritable showcase of elegance and innovation since 1991. The MYS presents itself as the world's top marketplace to assist with your yacht purchase or...

Cannes Yachting Festival has started on the 10th of September and will go on untill the 15th. Every year, nearly 700 boats ranging in length from 5 to 50 meters are showcased at the event. Boats under 5 meters are displayed on land, while those over 10 meters are presented at sea. Cannes Yachting Festival greets you in an extraordinary setting on the city's two ports, the Vieux Port and the Port...

The fifth edition of the Venice Boat Show is quickly approaching, set to showcase a host of exciting innovations in the sector at the Venice Arsenale from May 29 to June 2, 2024. The 2024 edition aims to solidify the event’s growth in both scale and quality, garnering increased national and international recognition. It is particularly symbolic that the fifth edition of the Venice Boat Show coincides...