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10 of the Largest Yachts Sold in 2025
The 2025 brokerage market delivered an impressive run of large-yacht transactions, with major Northern European shipyards leading the field. From cutting-edge hybrid flagships to explorer-influenced conversions, these are ten of the largest yachts sold this year.
AVIVA: A Superyacht Turned the Ultimate Live-Work Space at Sea
At 98.4 metres long and with an interior volume of 4,966 gross tonnes, AVIVA is not simply a superyacht, but an architectural and engineering marvel that proves the possibilities of a life at sea. Delivered by Abeking & Rasmussen in 2017, AVIVA seamlessly blends the functionalities of a luxury residence, a high-performance yacht, and a state-of-the-art mobile office.
SOLD: Iconic 78m Abeking & Rasmussen Superyacht AMARYLLIS
Moravia Yachting proudly announces the successful in-house sale of the striking 78.4-metre superyacht AMARYLLIS, a superyacht that continues to captivate the global yachting community with its timeless elegance and refined design. Built by the prestigious German shipyard Abeking & Rasmussen in 2011 and designed by the celebrated Raymond Langton, Amaryllis is a floating masterpiece inspired by the grandeur of the Art Nouveau, Art Deco, and Belle Époque eras.
Shaping the Future: Notable Leadership Changes in the Yachting Industry
The yachting industry evolved at a rapid pace across 2024, marked by a wave of transformative leadership changes. From high-profile appointments to significant departures, these moves shaped the direction of some of the most prominent players in the market.
MYS 2024: Abeking & Rasmussen Discusses Construction and Refits
On the third day of the Monaco Yacht Show 2024, Shari Lui sat down with Björn Benecke and Stina Krause from Abeking & Rasmussen in the Superyachts.com interview studio. The duo shared insights about their latest projects, including an exciting 80-metre superyacht currently under construction.
85.6m B2 Sold by Moravia Yachting
Moravia Yachting has proudly announced the sale of Abeking & Rasmussen’s iconic motor yacht B2. She is the largest yacht built by the German yard to date, boasting a breathtaking new interior penned by Winch Design and an array of unmatched amenities, including a glass-bottomed swimming pool.
Abeking & Rasmussen Announces New Technical Director
Abeking & Rasmussen (A&R) has announced that Björn Schlüter has been appointed as Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the German yard. With a wealth of experience and knowledge, Björn is set to be an asset to the A&R team, reflecting the shipyard’s values and building upon its expertise.
Abeking & Rasmussen Delivers Flagship Superyacht: 118m LIVA
Shipyard giant Abeking & Rasmussen has once again proven its renowned 115-year shipbuilding heritage with the launch of its latest mammoth superyacht: the 118.2m motor yacht LIVA. Previously known as Project Celerius throughout her construction, LIVA now becomes the largest superyacht to ever be built at the German yard: iconic in both nature and stature.
AMARYLLIS: Ultimate Charter Yacht Returns to the Med
As the summer Mediterannean season heats up, there is an exciting new addition to the market as iconic Abeking & Rasmussen superyacht, AMARYLLIS, makes her way back to the region. Available for charter through Hill Robinson, this is one of the most complete superyachts for indulgent and adventurous escapes on the water.
118m Abeking Superyacht Celerius Spotted on Sea Trials
Abeking & Rasmussen's 118-metre superyacht 'Celerius' was spotted on sea trials earlier this week.
The Largest Superyachts Set to Launch in 2023
2022 witnessed some of the largest and most spectacular superyachts hit the water from leading shipyards all around the world. With several mammoth yachts moving through their build process in 2022, we look ahead to 2023 to see which exciting vessels will be launched this coming year.
Abeking & Rasmussen Launches New 118m Superyacht Flagship
The 118-metre Abeking & Rasmussen superyacht Hull 6507 has now been launched out of the shipyard's facilities in Lemwerder, Germany.
Standout Superyacht Sales of 2022
From iconic flagships to award-winning beauties, plenty of big-name superyachts have changed ownership over the last year. Join us in taking a look back at some of the biggest superyacht sales completed throughout 2022…
SOLD: 75m Abeking and Rasmussen M/Y 'Elandess'
The 74.5m Elandess has officially been sold in a deal with Seattle Yachts broker Glenn Runyan representing the buyer and Dominic Millman of Burgess standing in for the seller.
Largest Superyachts Set to Launch in 2022
This year will see the launch of numerous exciting projects; amongst them are some of the world's largest ever superyachts, all smashing the 110m mark. Here are the five biggest yachts set to land this year...
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