In 2008, James Roy, who created the yacht-design division at BMT Nigel Gee, made his first visit to Oceanco. According to Roy, the yard’s CEO, Marcel Onkenhout, pointed out the window at an empty lot and declared that it would build yachts in excess of 90 meters (295 feet). In fact, the two companies discussed Continue reading
To say yachting has been in Tommaso Spadolini’s blood since birth is an understatement. His father, Pierluigi, penned a number of yacht designs himself. They include the renowned Akhir series from Cantieri di Pisa. While a young Tommaso enjoyed sailing and racing aboard yachts, he learned to draw them alongside his father. Hanging his own Continue reading
Well-known megayacht designer Cor D. Rover is extending his design and engineering skills to smaller craft—specifically, tenders. With the Cor D. Rover Tender 28, you get a nimble, nifty boat. What’s more, you get one at a better price point that’s customizable—and comes with a tailored set of luggage. Rover decided to explore this new Continue reading