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Some shipyards reveal a project in build shortly after contract, then hold all further updates until launch day. Amels is doing things a bit different with a 256-footer (78-meter). It is giving current and future customers (and, conceivably, future welders and other craftspeople) an early look at the build. The video below of the 78-meterContinue Reading
A risk undertaken by Oceanco paid off, for both the shipyard and the happy owners of DreAMBoat. The builder started a 295-footer (90-meter) on spec, fully anticipating a customer would appreciate the shortened delivery time. The owners, meanwhile, leveraged the ability to personalize the entire interior and make some minor other changes. It’s because theContinue Reading
PHOTO: Claus Schafe/TheYachtPhoto.com The stylish, super-size superyacht Flying Fox, which has captivated yacht watchers the past few years in build, is on her maiden voyage. She’s departing Germany today for the more northerly climes of Norway. Previously referred to as Project Shu, the 446-foot (136-meter) Flying Fox is a Lürssen project. (Though her name isContinue Reading
PHOTOS: Guillaume Plisson Every owner considers his or her yacht a dreamboat. But rare is the person who christens her “dreamboat”—or, in the case of the newest Oceanco, DreAMBoat. The 295-footer (90-meter), a.k.a. Oceanco Y716, splashed yesterday. With a 47-foot (14.2-meter) beam, the megayacht also has significant volume, 2,950 gross tons. These should ensure commodiousContinue Reading
The last year of the decade has dawned. That calls for reflection on what’s to come. For us, it especially means taking a look at highly awaited launches and deliveries. Every year, of course, holds the promise of fascinating projects. But, with bigger boats than ever in build, and technology blazing new paths, the 12Continue Reading
Italy-based VSY strives to incorporate as many “green” systems and practices aboard its superyachts as possible. For instance, it uses technology similar to Dynamic Positioning to let its customers anchor without ever dropping anchor. In addition, it uses recyclable materials, and encourages customers to do the same for decor items. In offering the Espen Øino-designedContinue Reading