Heesen Yachts plans to deliver the second motor yacht based on a Fast Displacement Hull Form (FDHF)

Heesen Yachts announced the sale of the second motor yacht whose naval architecture is based on the FAST DISPLACEMENT HULL FORM (FDHF) by Van Oossanen and Associates. YN 16750 is a 50 metre, below 500GT, all-aluminium explorer yacht. With her striking lines and vertical stem, she will be fully custom-built for delivery in 2015. The … Read more

Luxury Explorer yacht Big Fish by Aquos Yachts wins 2 more prestigious yachting awards

Superyacht BIG FISH is an expedition (explorer) type steel displacement luxury motor yacht 45m (147′ 7″) in length which was designed by Greg Marshall Design and launched by McMullen & Wing New Zealand in 2010. Powerfully styled, expedition motor yacht MY BIG FISH is a fantastic example of modern blue water stable, functional and comfortable … Read more

Steve Jobs was working with the Dutch ship maker Feadship on a luxury yacht

Although Steve Jobs is not known for ostentatious displays of his wealth, he was designing his own luxury yacht. And typical of Jobs, he was designing it himself so that he could obsess over every detail. This information has surfaced in an article by Walter Isaacson on the new biography of the Apple’s mogul. Steve … Read more

Encouraging Chinese to own yachts is the biggest challenge this industry faces

While several marinas have been developed along the China’s eastern coast in the past five years, Chinese coastal waters are still strictly regulated, and import duties of 43 percent have dampened the development of a vibrant yachting culture. In 2009, the Chinese yachting market was worth $440 million, according to a recent report by China … Read more

Wally//Otto or a new era for Maxi racing yachts

• Smarter, more realistic racing campaign budgets • Quick conversion to a comfortable day-cruiser • Much greater longevity and value Wally introduces a new era for Maxi racing yachts with the launch of Wally//Otto, a 80ft, One Design racing yacht, with a uniquely versatile design that increases year-round enjoyment and long-term value. Wally Otto has … Read more

Aston Martin Voyage boat

Aston Martin’s signature design transposed onto water Aston Martin Boat Concept by De Basto The renowned yacht designer Miami-based Luiz De Basto has designed a concept of a fully functional boat inspired by Aston Martin cars, a boat that is possible to be built anytime upon request. Aston Martin Voyage Concept Boat carries the characteristic … Read more