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Superyachts.com's Most Read Articles of 2020
2020 is drawing to a close, and to say it has been an eventful year would be an understatement. We took a look at our most read articles of 2020 for a quick reminder of the most impactful updates in the last year of yachting...
Largest Superyachts That Could Change Hands in 2021
Heading into a new year, it will be interesting to see how the superyacht brokerage market responds to the disruptive year that was 2020. Burgess CEO Jonathan Beckett said earlier in 2020 that he expected high-quality superyachts to enter onto the brokerage market as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. The world-leading brokerage firm has a number of renowned Top100 superyachts in its superyacht fleet, and here we take a look at a few of the largest superyachts which could find new owners in 2021…
Coolest Superyacht Concepts of 2020
As 2020 draws to a close, we reflect on another year which has seen the introduction of some outstandingly unique superyacht concepts. The superyacht industry is one in which the creative and the bold are allowed to flourish, with design moving always forward to test the limits of possibilities. Here are some of our favourite concepts from the past year…
110m Kaos (ex Jubilee) Redelivered by Lurssen After Major Refit
Following an extensive refit at Lurssen’s Blohm + Voss facilities in Hamburg, the 110m superyacht formerly named Jubilee has emerged. KAOS marks Lurssen’s largest refit project to date, commencing at the end of March 2019, and involving modifications to her interior and exterior.
In Review: Coolest Concepts of the Past 12 Months
As summer deliveries begin to wind down, we look to trace the lineage from initial design concept through to final delivery. From up-and-coming studios to long-established names in yachting, the tumult of the last year has in fact shed light on a creative renaissance amongst the designers of our industry. In no particular order, here is our pick of the top four coolest superyacht concepts of the last 12 months:
The Superyacht Platform Providing Answers for the Future
The evolving standards of modern superyachts provide an increasingly complex challenge for designers and architects. Demands such as higher performance, larger deck spaces and more comfortable cruising must all be met whilst adhering to the need for efficient ‘green’ platforms. Steve Quigley, Managing Director of One2Three Naval Architects, speaks to Superyachts.com about an under-tapped resource which has proven to achieve all of this ‘straight out of the box’. The paradox of building bigger yet more efficiently may well have a solution…
Exclusive: Sorgiovanni Designs & Echo Yachts Unveil 105m Trimaran
The all-Australian collaboration behind multi award-winning 84m White Rabbit has unveiled a stunning new 105m trimaran superyacht concept. The Sam Sorgiovanni design, developed with the expertise of Echo Yachts and One2Three Naval Architects, is the ultimate blueprint for efficiency, comfort and style. Sam Sorgiovanni speaks exclusively to Superyachts.com about the release of a project that he believes “has never been done before” …
Top100 Concept: Sorgiovanni Unveils 99m Explorer
Sam Sorgiovanni, the designer behind renowned Top100 superyachts such as Nirvana and Barbara, has released his latest ground-breaking superyacht concept in exhilarating fashion. An all-action video (watchable in the article slider) showcases every angle of his new 99m Exploration Yacht, Frontier.
Echo Yachts: An Opportunity Amidst the Uncertainty
As the superyacht industry weathers the unforeseen storm of the Covid-19 outbreak, companies are beginning to look forward to a future beyond this crisis, and there are many reasons for optimism. Health and security have been a widespread priority during this challenging period, and rightly so, yet while many doors have been closed, it is worth taking a look at those which have been opened. Echo Yachts is one such, and an opportunity for high-quality custom superyacht projects at a remarkable rate has arisen for shrewd owners and brokerage firms…
Part 1: The Must-See Yachts of MYBA 2019
In just a few short weeks, Barcelona will become home to an influx of the most stunning vessels on the charter market. Anyone who is anyone will be cruising into the sunny West Med between the 30th April and 3rd May for MYBA, a show whose success has been growing for 30 years. We take a look at the most impressive yachts in attendance...
Oceanco Superyacht Concept Amara Unveiled in Dubai
Oceanco has this week unveiled a brand-new ‘resort’ yacht concept at the Dubai International Boat Show, measuring 120-metres under the name of Amara.
Oceanco Launches Largest Yacht to Date: Jubilee
Today, Dutch shipyard Oceanco released the eagerly awaited 110m/ 360’11ft superyacht Jubilee, as spotted by Dutch Yachting. Holland's largest yacht yet, boasts a beam of 16.4m and a draft of 4.3m, with the ability to reach a maximum speed of 18.5 knots.
New Photos Showcase the Style of Superyacht Y715
The 88.5 metre (290 ft) superyacht known only as ‘Y715’ has this week left the Oceanco shipyard following sea trials, seen here in brand-new photos taken in The Netherlands by Dutch Yachting.
Oceanco 88.5m Y715 Superyacht Makes a Splash
Oceanco’s highly confidential 88.5m/290ft motor yacht was launched on 31 October 2016 and is now entering her exciting commissioning period. Its naval architect is courtesy of Oceanco and Azure, presenting a distinct identity that is iconic in its presentation.
Abeking & Rasmussen Delivers Superyacht Secret
The incredibly impressive superyacht Secret was delivered on the 30th May, ahead of shedule, by the revered German shipyard Abeking & Rasmussen. She has taken the mantle of being a new flagship of theirs. At an astonishing 82.30 metres she is the largest yacht ever built at the famous German shipyard to date.
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