Author: Marc Srour

  • NOBISKRUG’s ARTEFACT is Almost Here

    NOBISKRUG’s ARTEFACT is Almost Here

    NOBISKRUG, the German yacht builder, has once revealed a new superyacht in the making: the ARTEFACT.

    Now, we are closer to seeing the hybrid yacht in its full glory. At a length of 80 meters with a 14.6-metre beam and gross tonnage of 2,990 tons, ARTEFACT is designed by Gregory C. Marshall and features an unprecedented floor-to-ceiling glass central section complimenting 740 square meters of curved and expressive glasswork weighing almost 60 tons.

    Photo Credit: Nobiskrug
  • Heesen Delivers Project Boreas

    Heesen Delivers Project Boreas

    This 50m full aluminium motor yacht, designed by Dutch hydrodynamicists Van Oossanen and engineered by Heesen’s in-house naval architects, was delivered this month.

    Photo Credit: Heesen Yachts
  • The Rosehearty Wins An Award

    The Rosehearty Wins An Award

    The Perini Navi Rosehearty sailing yacht, which measures 56 metres, was launched in 2006; her exterior design and engineering are the work of Ron Holland Design and the interior has been designed by Christian Liaigre.

    Photo Credit: Perini Navi

    This year, the Rosehearty won the Voyager’s Award at the prestigious Boat International World Superyacht Awards Ceremony 2019 thanks to her journey, that covered over 24,000 nautical miles cruising the world’s oceans from the Caribbean and the South Pacific to Antarctica.

    Read about it below:

    https://www.perininavi.it/perini-navi-rosehearty-wins-the-voyagers-award-at-the-prestigious-boat-international-world-superyacht-awards-ceremony-2019/

  • The Oceanco Esquel: Designed to Explore New Territories

    The Oceanco Esquel: Designed to Explore New Territories

    While most yachts are only designed to sail the seas, the Oceanco Esquel, a 105-meter expedition yacht, was purposely designed to be an expedition vessel and a sophisticated superyacht.

    Apart from having a cruising range of 7,000 nautical miles and the ability to reach a top speed of 16.5 knots, Esquel has been designed and engineered to carry and deploy two submarines, a land vehicle, and motorbikes, as well as accommodate a helicopter.

    Learn more on the superyacht below:

    https://www.oceancoyacht.com/en/press/press-releases/360-oceanco-unveils-esquel-a-105-meter-expedition-yacht

  • Marvel at the Amazing Interior of the Sichterman Fleet

    Marvel at the Amazing Interior of the Sichterman Fleet

    Sichterman Yachts, the Dutch boutique yacht builder, has revealed 3 styles of interiors in which customers can choose from through an interior program, which makes it possible to build yachts considerably faster than its competitors at a set price.

    Photo Credit: Sichterman Yachts

    The 3 styles are as follows:

    Sporty Elegance: a fresh and elegant interior inspired by classy sports cars.

    Fantastic Eclectic: a fusion of classic and contemporary style.

    Comfortable Lounging: a warm and inviting classic interior.

    Read more about it on the link below:

    https://sichterman.com/press/press-release-sichterman-yachts-reveals-interior-renders-of-its-fleet/
  • The GANIMEDE by Fincantieri Yachts

    The GANIMEDE by Fincantieri Yachts

    Italians have always been known for their exquisite taste in food, fashion as well as boat design and construction.

    Photo Credit: Fincantieri Yachts

    The GANIMEDE, designed by Fincantieri Yachts, is inspired from Greek mythology, and represents ethereal, timeless beauty deriving from a combination of zoomorphic shapes.

    At 113 m, the superyacht’s bow is deliberately stylised to resemble the profile of an eagle’s beak. She features an outdoor area which has a large private lounge that connects two prism-shaped pools as well as a helipad.

    Discover the GANIMEDE below:

    https://www.fincantieriyachts.it/en/products/ganimede/

  • The Southampton International Boat Show

    The Southampton International Boat Show

    Photo Credit: The Southampton International Boat Show

    This month features Britain’s biggest and best festival of boating, the Southampton International Boat Show.

    From kayaks to catamarans, SUPs to superyachts, the exhibition caters for everyone interested in marine activities and want to indulge their passions.

    Taking place from 13-22 September 2019, this exhibition features more than 600 global marine brands as well as more than 300 boats on a purpose-built marina.

    Learn more about the show on the official website:

    https://www.southamptonboatshow.com/
  • Sunseeker Announces Lineup for Southampton International Boat Show 2019

    Sunseeker Announces Lineup for Southampton International Boat Show 2019

    Photo Credit: Sunseeker

    After going through the lineup, we are excited to see the world premiere of the Sunseeker Predator 60 EVO, the first model of Sunseeker’s major new product development plan with innovative stand out features and a truly sophisticated interior design.

    We are also looking forward to the debut of the Hawk 38, the brand-new high-performance day boat.

    Learn more about the models that will be featured on the link below:

    https://www.sunseeker.com/en-GB/2019/08/12/introducing-sunseeker-line-southampton-international-boat-show-2019/

  • For When Fast Isn’t Fast Enough

    For When Fast Isn’t Fast Enough

    The year 2007 saw the rise of one of the fastest modern yachts: the ERMIS 2. Built by McMullen & Wing, the ERMIS 2 is able to reach a high speed of 57 knots. Her length is 38 metres and is constructed using the VIP (Vacuum Infusion Process) in Carbon fibre to obtain an ultra lightweight construction able to withstand the extreme loadings of up to 2.2G while travelling up to 57 knots. She is also is able to sleep a total of 8 passengers in addition to 4 crew members.

    Photo Credit: boatinternational.com
  • An Overview of European Marinas

    An Overview of European Marinas

    What is the best European Marina?

    Well, that’s a tough question to answer because of the amazing locations, breathtaking views and top-rated services all across the continent.

    Marina Reservation has compiled a list of the best marinas that Europe has to offer from the wonderful shores of Capri, to the historic Old Port de Cannes.

    Read about it on the link below: