Diam 24 One Design: Top marks on all fronts with the 2017 Sailing Boat of the Year judges

Simplicity is everywhere in this winning sailing boat. Some people only see innovation in sailing through “foils”. Diam 24 One Design has a different vision: their main objective is to enable as many sailors as possible – experienced or otherwise – to experience and learn high speed sailing in complete safety. Sailing is supposed to … Read more

Dufour 63 Exclusive – World Premiere at 2017 boot dusseldorf

Michel Dufour, an engineer with a love of sailing, founded his shipyard in La Rochelle, France back in 1964. He owes his success to his keen intuition. He was convinced that new technologies and new materials would transform sailing. But sailing has always continued to be embodiment of the pioneering, adventurous spirit; the pinnacle of … Read more

How to sail faster than the wind

The yacht Vestas Sailrocket 2 has shown that, when it comes to breaking speed records, clever design and cunning technique are more important than strong winds

Oscar3 Mylius 65’ is ready for serious racing

This new sailing project, as always signed by Alberto Simeone and the Mylius Technical Office, is an evolution of the hulls of the older Mylius 60′-65′ yachts. The new 65′ features a better sail area/displacement ratio and a greater waterline length in relation to the length overall. The new hull is also significantly beamier, especially … Read more

The latest innovation from Perini Navi… the new 47m with an unprecedented experience at the helm

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Forbes named Perini Navi‘s latest 70m S/Y Sybaris superyacht, Perini Navi’s second largest yacht to date (after the Maltese Falcon), as one of the most talked about yachts in Monaco. All Perini’s sea creations quickly become the talk of the town. It is the same with the new 47m. The graceful profile of the new 47m with low sill lines, provides unobstructed 360 degree views of the horizon from the aft cockpit, main salon and bridge.

The sleek hull lines and impressive sail plan (2,315 sqm) are powered by Perini Navi’s proprietary captive reel winches and furling systems. This new 47m sailing yacht has been conceived by Perini Navi’s experienced team of inhouse designers.

The sailing experience of the 47m is further accentuated by Perini Navi’s patented fly-by-wire steering system, which boasts twin rudders and ensures tactile feedback for an unprecedented experience at the helm. While the revolutionary

concept keel design offers further improved performance and draught options of 3.9m and 9.5m. The Perini Navi 47m has accommodation for eight crew.

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With an expanse of close to 20m from the transom to the bridge- of living space all on one level – the Perini Navi 47m sloop provides the comfort and options for guests for which the brand is revered.

In total, there are 142 sqm of exterior living space on the Perini Navi 47m to be enjoyed by guests. The flush teak foredeck not only houses the yacht’s main tender, but also offers a third outdoor living area which has an optional awning, in addition to the expansive flybridge and beach club aft.

Below decks the owner and guest areas are also extensive, with four elegant staterooms, including the full beam owner’s cabin with its adjacent study.

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2017 Vendée Globe sailing race or the Everest of the Seas. Solo, non stop and without assistance

The 2017 Vendée Globe x Mercedes-Benz at the hardest and most famous sailing race in the world. The Vendée Globe, a super tough solo yacht race which takes place every four years, pushes sailors to their limits. Of the total of 138 competitors since 1989, only 71 have completed the full distance. The race is open … Read more