Top 300 Yachting, Boating News, Reviews, Resources

Yachting & Boating Resources: A-Z

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

- A -

• 3D-Printed Fiberglass Powerboat - "Meet The Man Behind The World's First 3D-Printed Fiberglass Powerboat."
• 8 of the newest Italian superyachts for sale 2023 - "The brokerage market for luxury yachts has experienced an unprecedented surge in demand, accompanied by a scarcity of new vessels entering the market. In this article, we delve into the captivating world of high-end yachts, carefully curating a list of the most sought-after vessels launched in the past two years. Join us as we explore the exceptional craftsmanship, cutting-edge design, and enduring allure of these top-tier yachts currently available for sale." Superyecht Times.
• 8 of the world's most stunning floating homes - "From Scandinavia to the US, people are finding community and freedom living on water."
• 8 Top Toys For A Superb Floating Holiday - "It can be a challenge to find a great gift for someone who already owns a boat or yacht, but these curated goodies - from elevated water toys to marine-inspired fashion to eye-popping luxury lifestyle accents - are likely to raise the tide of appreciation to tsunami levels this holiday season."
• 8 Watches Designed for the High Seas - "With August vacations seconds away from kicking off, you might be dreaming of kicking back on azure seas and golden sands or jet-setting to Mediterranean destination ports. If that’s the plan for this annual summer sojourn, consider adding one of the latest yacht-friendly timepieces to your wrist. These 2022 debuts blend high-end precision with functions and styling and are perfect companions for sailing and motor yachts excursions alike."
• 9 Spectacular Superyacht Swimming Pools - "From Glass-Bottomed to Infinity Designs. These swimming pools are for more than just lounging. Some are standalone water sculptures, others are glass ceilings to decks below. All are integral to each yacht's exterior design."
• 10 biggest yachts at the 2018 Monaco Yacht Show - CNN.
• 10 most expensive superyachts sold in 2021 - "With talks of a boom in superyacht sales continuing to echo throughout the industry, 2021 has been one of the best years for superyacht sales with more than 1,000 yachts sold. While each of these add to the current strength of the superyacht sales market, some yachts stick out for their extravagant price tags. Here, we round up the 10 most expensive superyachts sold in 2021."
• 10 of the biggest yachts in Monaco for this weekend's Grand Prix 2021 - "The Monaco Grand Prix marks the beginning of the Mediterranean season and is a headline fixture for those cruising the French Riviera at the turn of spring. After travel restrictions forced organisers to cancel the event last year, the yachts have begun to return to Port Hercules this week to celebrate the Formula One race weekend in true Monte Carlo style - although with reduced capacity in the grandstands. If you're in town for the weekend, keep an eye out for these 10 iconic yachts ..."
• 10 of the most exciting new superyacht concepts - "Demand has been steadily growing over the years, with the global fleet jumping from 3,906 crafts in 2009 to 5,646 in 2019, according to the Superyacht Group. Meanwhile the Covid-19 pandemic has brought about a spike in purchases, with superyacht marketing company Northrop & Johnson seeing sales for July 2020 reaching double that of the previous year."
• 10 of the world's biggest superyachts - "Does size really matter? When it comes to superyachts, it seems the answer is most certainly 'yes.' The title for world's biggest yacht was once held by the same vessel, El Mahrousa, for over a century. But it's changed hands far more frequently in the years since then as more and more supersized yachts come onto the scene. While demand for large yachts has steadily grown over the past few decades, sales have shot up considerably since 2019 due to the increasing number of billionaires emerging, as well as the impact of the pandemic. The current world's biggest yacht measures 180 meters, and a 183-meter vessel is due for delivery in 2024, but a number of gigayacht concepts have been floated about over the years, with some in the very early stages of development."
• 10 of the world's most expensive superyachts & their owners - CNN.
• 10 Stellar Superyachts to Charter for Your Summer Vacation 2023 on the High Seas - "Enjoy more moments in the sun aboard high-end vessels - from Lürssen to Burgess Yachts - now available for charter."
• 13 Fastest Superyachts in the World - "These boats prove that size doesn't have to mean slow."
• 15 MOST RIDICULOUS YACHTS IN THE WORLD - YouTube 10:20.
• 30 greatest sailing escapes to experience in your lifetime - The Telegraph.
• 41 super-rich's stunning planes, trains, automobiles & yachts - "Magnificent modes of transport that will make your jaw drop. Billionaires like to go from A to B in supreme comfort and style, and think nothing of splurging on the finest and most exclusive modes of transport imaginable. Read on to see the private jets, opulent trains, prestige cars and magnificent megayachts of the planet's richest people."
• $80M superyacht concept has a 'gaping hole' - "Previous offerings include a yacht in the form of a swan and another devised to resemble a shark, but Lazzarini Design Studio's latest superyacht concept may be one of its most daring yet. The Rome-based design team has just unveiled renderings of a brand new 69-meter yacht design with a 'gaping hole' right in the middle."
• 86m superyacht Seven Seas on the market for first time - "The 86-metre Oceanco superyacht Seven Seas is now for sale for the first time since her launch. The Oceanco yacht for sale, which was launched in 2010, features naval architecture from the boards of Azure Naval Architects and exterior designs by Nuvolari Lenard."
• 100 LARGEST YACHTS 2017 - Superyachts.com.
• 126m LÜrssen superyacht Octopus has been sold - "The iconic 126.2-metre Lürssen explorer superyacht Octopus has been sold. The superyacht was listed by Fraser and Burgess and she has just joined Camper & Nicholsons charter fleet. Her new owner intends to charter her for the first time since her launch, offering guests the opportunity to join her on a two-year round the world tour, beginning in January 2022, following a yard period this winter."
• 126M LÜrssen superyacht OCTOPUS rejoins yacht charter fleet following nine-month refit - "Delivered in 2003, Lürssen charter yacht OCTOPUS is among the most expensive charter yachts on the market with a 13-cabin layout for up to 12 sleeping charter guests and a dedicated crew of 45." 37 photos.
• 130-Foot Luxury Catamaran Comes With an Epic Fold-Out Beach Club - "The multihull power cat has the size and style of a superyacht."
• 131-Foot Solar-Powered Catamaran Concept Can Cruise Without Stopping for 3 Weeks - "Just like the algae that inspired it, the multihull converts sunlight into clean, green energy."
• 200 largest superyachts in the world - Boat International.
• 300 LARGEST YACHTS - TheYachtPhoto.com.
• 345-ft 'gap year' superyacht unveiled - "'Millennial' superyacht makes waves at Dubai boat show."
• £350m superyacht given to ex-wife of Putin-linked billionaire in Britain's biggest divorce case - The Telegraph.
• $350 million superyacht concept with its own port - "Devising a superyacht concept that stands out from the rest is no easy feat nowadays, as designers continue to push against the boundaries, with more and more innovative vessel designs."
• $610 Million Solaris Yacht Is Nearing Completion, Will Be World's Most Powerful - "Roman Abramovich's latest toy is called Solaris, and it's nearing completion at the Lloyd Werft shipyard in Bremerhaven, Germany. Measuring 460 feet (140 meters)."
• 954-Foot-Long Ship Touted To Be The 'Ultimate Private Superyacht' - "The philosophy behind the design of the 954-foot-long NJORD may have been inspired by some of the largest and most luxurious superyachts in the world."
• 2017 Monaco Yacht Show's best superyachts - The Telegraph.
• 2019 World Superyacht Award winners revealed - "What makes a superyacht the best of the best?"
• 2021 Superyacht Trends You Need To Know - "When it comes to the world of superyachts, we're seeing greater attention paid to the world that surrounds us; we're seeing quality of trips prioritised over frequency; we're seeing privacy valued more than ever before - the list goes on."
• 6,281 superyachts - Superyacht Intelligence Consultancy.
• £285,000-a-day superyacht - "Carinthia VII has a £2.6 million infinity pool, a helipad that doubles as a golf tee, three staff for each guest - and a dark past."
• A secretive billionaire is building a superyacht that will be even taller than Jeff Bezos’ $500 million yacht Koru - "Named Noir, the vessel with a sloop rig standing 305 feet high will overshadow the Amazon founder’s ship."
• A short list of Russian yacht seizures - "Russian oligarchs have been looking for ways to park their money outside Vladimir Putin’s control for a long time, and the tackiest method available to them is the megayacht - so obviously, there are a lot of them. It is remarkably satisfying to see the yachts get seized."
• A superyacht is a terrible asset - "Russians hold a disproportionate number of the biggest ones."
• A Yacht for Your Toys, When Your Superyacht Isn't Enough: The Lynx YXT 34 - "If you're rich enough to be able to afford a multi-million superyacht for the occasional cruise, you're rich enough to afford another yacht for your toys alone."
• Activists spray red paint over billionaire Walmart heiress’s superyacht for a second time - "Spanish climate activists sprayed red paint across a superyacht owned by billionaire Walmart heiress Nancy Walton Laurie in Barcelona on Friday, the second time the yacht has been the target of protests in the past two months."
• AIS - live ship maps and vessel traffic and position tracking based on AIS data.
• AMERICAN YACHT INSTITUTE - specialize in training future professional staff.
• Andrey Melnichenko, cleverly saved his warship inspired $300 million superyacht from being seized by the Western authorities - "With its tracker turned off for a year and docked near Dubai, the 390-foot-long vessel may now be seized by Russian itself. Multi-billionaire Andrey Melnichenko, Russia’s richest man worth $24.4 billion per Forbes, is in trouble almost as big as his megayacht, 470 feet long Sailing Yacht A. He has become the target of a lawsuit from the Russian government concerning a deal to buy an energy company. What will entail now is the possible seizure of his company Sibeco, and his prized possessions. That also depends on whether the government can get its hands on them. Melnichenko is no ordinary billionaire but one of Russia’s leading businessmen, the founder of EuroChem, and Suek, worth $24.4 billion."
• 
• Aston Martin Submarine - "Aston Martin is making an ultra-exclusive $4 million submarine." CNN Money.
• AVISO GRILLE - "Hitler's War Yacht."

• Azimut’s New 125-Foot Trideck Flagship Brings the Outdoors in With 4 Terraces - "Azimut’s Grande Trideck is not only the Italian builder’s new flagship, but it represents a new way of moving between the interior and exterior spaces. The 125-footer was a collaboration between Azimut’s internal team and an all-star cast of outside designers: Alberto Mancini created the exterior, residential designer Achille Salvagni fashioned the interior and Pierluigi Ausonio did the naval architecture for the hull."

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

- B -

• Battle of the super yachts: Jeff Bezos' Y721 versus Steve Jobs' Venus - "The spotlight is on Jeff Bezos' $500 million super yacht because it'll require the disassembly of a historic bridge. Here's how the Amazon founder's vessel compares to the yacht built for Steve Jobs."
• BAYESIAN formerly Salute - "The only sloop of the highly successful 56m series, S/Y Bayesian boasts the tallest aluminium mast in the world. The yacht is an evolution of the revolutionary Perini Navi forward cockpit concept already tested on the 52m S/Y Liberty. The celebrated interiors by Remi Tessier mix different materials, woods, leathers and textiles."
• BAYESIAN: Sunken superyacht believed to contain watertight safes with sensitive intelligence data - "Some of the 15 survivors, of whom nine were crew members and six were passengers reportedly told prosecutors that Lynch 'did not trust cloud services' and always kept data drives in a secure compartment of the yacht wherever he sailed."
• Beach Club - "Beach clubs feature on larger superyachts, where the space at the aft of the vessel is dedicated to a stylish lounge area and swim platform, creating an additional space for effortless indoor-outdoor living and entertaining."
• Berlusconi puts lavish superyacht on the market for $11 million - "With a list of past and present owners that includes media mogul Rupert Murdoch and controversial former Italian prime minister Silvio Berlusconi, superyacht 'Morning Glory' has a long history of playing host to the rich and famous."
• Bermuda Triangle: 'Ocean Flatulence' Could Explain Mystery - The Huffington Post.
• Bespoke Bureau - "The World's Best Household Staff." We're the leading Domestic Staff Placement & Training Agency of Butlers, Housekeepers, House Managers, Private PA, Chauffeurs, Domestic Couples, 5 star Hotel Staff, Cabin and Yacht Interior Crew. London's leading high-end domestic staff agency with the world famous British Butler Academy to boot.
• best new superyachts 2017 - The Telegraph.
• BEST SUPERYACHT BEACH CLUBS IN THE WORLD - "Beach clubs feature on larger superyachts, where the space at the aft of the vessel is dedicated to a stylish lounge area and swim platform, creating an additional space for effortless indoor-outdoor living and entertaining."
• BEST SUPERYACHT POOLS IN THE WORLD - "Superyacht swimming pools represent the ultimate spot for onboard relaxation and some of the world’s biggest yacht builders have taken novel approaches to this challenge. We take a closer look at some of the finest examples, including favourites Flying Fox, Madsummer and Octopus..."
• Bill Gates has rightly named his mammoth hydrogen-powered superyacht ‘Breakthrough’ - and listed it for sale for $645 million.
• Bill Gates 'not buying our hydrogen yacht' - "Billionaire Bill Gates has not commissioned a hydrogen-powered superyacht from designer Sinot, the firm has told the BBC."
• Bill Gates’ $645 million fuel-cell superyacht has finally completed its extensive sea trials - "Powered by liquid hydrogen stored at a bone-chilling -423°F, nearly as cold as outer space, the mammoth vessel features an underwater lounge, a hospital, and a 29-foot contraflow pool."
• Billionaire Businessman Herb Chambers Talks About Owning One Of Hottest Superyachts In The World, The 263-Foot-Long Excellence - "Superyacht owners are often, um, how should we say, pretty aloof. And I can't say I blame them. But every now and then, I meet a superyacht owner who loves his new yacht, and loves the process of designing and building something so unique, and appreciates the incredibly talented designers and engineers and builders who can make his dreams a reality so much, that he's willing to share some of the experience with me (on the record)."
• Billionaire Paul Allen faces having his 300-foot super yacht SEIZED ... - Daily Mail.
• Billionaire Superyacht Showdown: Who's Who at Cannes Film Festival - Forbes.
• Billionaire Superyacht Showdown: Who's Who in St. Barths for New Years 2020 - Forbes.
• Billionaire Superyacht Showdown: Who’s Who In St. Barths For New Years 2023 - "The legendary superyacht showdown, started early with several high profile billionaires already anchored outside of Gustavia and neighboring St. Maarten, and Antigua. Many will stay throughout Christmas on the island of Antigua and then party with the traditional fireworks New Years Eve celebration in St Barths. Here is a selection of some of the largest yachts that are in and around St. Barths for the holidays. It is important to note that yachts are often privately chartered during the holidays, so you may never see their wealthy owners."
• Billionaire Superyacht Toys: The 10 Coolest Toys & Tenders For 2022 - "'Every year I am excited to compile my favorite superyacht toys that will be offered up at the Monaco Yacht Show where thousands of yacht fans descend on Port Hercules to see the most exciting new yachts and toys as well as more than 300 exhibitors.'"
• billionaire's 365 ft superyacht TIS - "Take a tour of Lurssen's, Tis yacht. One of the largest giga yachts in the world. This yacht features two helicopter pads, movie theater, elevator, swimming pool, just to name a few. This video was filmed at the 2019 Monaco Yacht Show." YouTube 17:47.
• Billionaires seek sanctuary from coronavirus aboard superyachts - "Vessels are being booked for months-long charters in remote locations as the rich luxuriously self-isolate in remote destinations."
• BLUE RIBAND - unofficial accolade given to the passenger liner crossing the Atlantic Ocean in regular service with the record highest speed.
• BMT NIGEL GEE - one of the world's largest independent design consultancies offering a vast portfolio of services for advanced and specialised ships and boats, from initial concept to detailed design.
• BOAT INTERNATIONAL - the top online destination for luxury superyacht buyers and sellers - find your perfect mega yacht today.
• BOAT US - Boat Owners Association of The United States.
• BOATING - Wikipedia.
• BOATLE.COM - online directory for the boating industry, bringing together top websites and business that offer products and services within the marine and yachting industry.
• BREMONT - B-1 Marine Clock.

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

- C -

• Call Sign - Wikipedia.
• Calling all billionaires: here's how to keep your superyacht Covid-free - "As the rich and famous isolate on the seas, a new catamaran is designed to keep the virus out."
• Can a superyacht cross the Atlantic without using fuel? - "'Crossing the Atlantic with no fuel:' Can superyachts really go green?"
• Captain's Table - definition & explanation.
• Carat 187 superyacht - "Transitioning across the luxury transport sector after considerable work in the aviation field like the IXION windowless jet, technicon has conceptualized the 'carat 187', a dramatic 187-foot superyacht. the design once again offers luxury in mobility yet does so with a focus on the sense of occasion and distinct exclusivity that only boating can offer."
• CASTLE SHIPBOARD SECURITY PROGRAM - provides advanced training in shipboard security and vessel defense. The yacht charter industry is one of our primary client categories.
• CATAMARAN - Wikipedia.
• CELEBRITIES ON YACHTS - "This is where the two most interesting things in the world collide ' famous celebrities and luxury yachts."
• Celebrities! You're on a yacht with your kids - stop pretending they have a normal life - "A-listers love talking about their down-to-earth children, but paparazzi holiday photos tell a different story."
• CIGARETTE RACING TEAM - "The American Offshore Legend."
• Climb Aboard One Of The World's Largest Sailing Superyachts - "The 266-foot-long sailing superyacht has had all three of its massive carbon fiber masts and enormous sails installed. And this new yacht named SEA EAGLE II has been officially delivered to her new owner and is currently on her way to the Mediterranean."
• Climb Aboard This 376-Foot-Long LaFerrari-Inspired Superyacht - "Project Enzo - the code name for the 376-foot-long superyacht that Lürssen just launched at their facility in Germany - is perfect for several reasons. First, it seems to pay homage to Enzo Ferrari, the legendary Italian race car builder whose name is synonymous with speed, style, performance, uncompromising quality, and unmitigated sex appeal. It’s also a nod to a specific Ferrari design—the LaFerrari supercar—that inspired the Italian superyacht designers Nuvolari–Lenard when they created the exterior and interior lines."
• Confessions of a superyacht stewardess - "Being chief stew you're essentially the face of the entire interior. I'm always around. If guests are up, I'm up. I'm leading every service." The role of a stewardess is broad, they work as cleaners, cocktail mixologists, waiters and even yoga teachers.
• Confessions of a superyacht worker - "Secrets of a superyacht chef cooking for the 1%."
• Could sanctions leave oligarchs’ super yachts high & dry in Spain? - "Russia’s wealthiest men own vessels worth millions. Now penalties might make it illegal to supply or service them."
• COWES - "The Home of World Yachting."
• Cybercrime on the high seas: the new threat facing billionaire superyacht owners - The Guardian.

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

- D -

• Denison Yachting Debuts Striking New Superyacht Concept - "Denison Yachting has teamed up with SkyStyle (an Italian design studio that’s known for advanced aviation design) to produce this 232-foot-long Project UNIQUE 71 superyacht concept, I’m psyched to see they are bringing that same energy to new yacht design and construction too."
• DESIGNBOOM - industrial design today.
• Dive Into The World's Largest Superyacht Swimming Pools - "Superyacht Sneak Peek: World's Largest Superyacht Swimming Pools."
• Drone ships move closer to reality as Inmarsat gets on board - The Telegraph.

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

- E -

• Enormous superyacht squeezes under Dutch bridges - "It's not every day that you spot an 80-meter superyacht squeezing under a bridge with just a few inches of clearance."
• Espen Øino International - since 2011. Iacht designer, interior designer, naval architecht.
• Everything you always wanted to know about yachting, but were too afraid to ask - "Even with boat sales and charters booming, yachting remains an enigma for most people."
• Everything you Need to Know About Superyacht Charter - "With the worldwide outbreak of coronavirus causing uncertainty across the travel market, the superyacht industry shares travel advice if you are planning a luxury superyacht charter amid COVID-19."

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

- F -

• Feadship Launches a Groundbreaking Eco-Friendly 308-Foot superyacht - "This New Fuel-Efficient Hybrid Superyacht Was Designed to Reduce Boating Emissions. The hybrid vessel is equipped with the latest and greatest green technologies."
• Feadship's Superyachts Of The Future Are 'Pretty Outrageous' - "With the global pandemic putting an even larger premium on being able to social distance in style, the world's largest superyacht shipyards have been working hard to keep up with demand. But since many of the largest superyachts can still take up to five years to be completed in the best of times, the world's preeminent superyacht builders and designers are constantly pushing the envelope of what the ultimate superyacht of the future can be."
• Fiji court rules US can seize yacht said to belong to Russian oligarch - "Vessel docked in port of Lautoka is believed to be owned by Suleiman Kerimov, who is facing sanctions."
• Fleeing sanctions, oligarchs seek safe ports for superyachts - "The AP then used two online services - VesselFinder and MarineTraffic - to plot the last known locations of the yachts as relayed by their onboard tracking beacons. Many are anchored in the Mediterranean and Caribbean. But more than a dozen were underway or had already arrived in remote ports in small nations such as the Maldives and Montenegro, potentially beyond the reach of Western sanctions. Three had gone dark, their transponders last pinging just outside the Bosporus in Turkey - gateway to the Black Sea and the southern Russian ports of Sochi and Novorossiysk."
• FLEETBROADBAND - "The first maritime communications service to provide cost-effective broadband data and voice, simultaneously, through a compact antenna on a global basis."
• Floating hotel’s maiden voyage will be from Monaco - "The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection welcomes its second ultra-luxury superyacht, Ilma, to its fleet after a two-year construction period. With a length of 790ft and 224 suites, each featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and private terraces, Ilma sets new standards for luxury and guest experience. The yacht will make its maiden voyage from Monaco on September 2 with a crew to guest ratio of almost one-to-one."
• FLOATING LIFE - yacht management and service.
• Forget the mega yacht - tomorrow's billionaires can buy a portable ISLAND - Daily Mail.
• Freddie Mercury Meets Forrest Gump On This Fantastical 109-Meter Feadship Concept Superyacht - "What do Freddie Mercury and Forrest Gump have in common? Nothing - but that's exactly the point. One was a rock star known for his wild stage antics and bold costumes while the other is a quiet, endearing fictional character who just loves to 'run, Forrest, run!' And yet, these two opposing personalities have been brought together in Project FG, a concept yacht from Feadship."
• FREEDOM SHIP INTERNATIONAL - "City at Sea".
• From Trump Tower To Gigayachts: Designing The World's Most Illuminating Superyacht - "Zaniz Jakubowski has rarely been able to speak about her work. Silenced by ironclad NDAs throughout most of her career, the American/English designer can't boast that she's decorated the homes of high-profile HNWIs and A-list celebrities or that she's behind many private and public spaces in President Trump's New York seat, Trump Tower. But with her latest design project Luminosity, a giant 108m gigayacht which has just hit the market for €225 million, she's now able to speak freely - and she does so gladly."

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

- G -

• Giorgio Armani Designs A Superyacht - "The Italian Sea Group and Giorgio Armani himself have unveiled the 236-foot-long superyacht they developed in collaboration with the Admiral Design Centre at an exclusive private event in Italy last weekend, we know exactly what type of superyacht the fashion icon would design."
• Giorgio Armani Is Investing in an Italian Superyacht Builder - "The famed fashion designer's investment group will take a 15 percent stake in Italian Sea Group."
• GYG | Global Yachting Group - since 2012. "The world's leading superyacht service & supply group." Supply - the sale and delivery of maintenance materials, consumables, spare parts and equipment for the care and operation of superyachts.

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

- H -

• HAUTE YACHTS - the best of luxury on the water.
• He bought a cruise ship on Craigslist. Here's what happened next - " It's not every day that you spot a cruise ship for sale on Craigslist. So Chris Willson was immediately intrigued when he stumbled across a 293-foot vessel listed on the classified advertisements website back in 2008. The retired 'pocket' cruise ship, built in Germany, was moored in the California Delta at the time, and its then owner was keen to offload it. He discovered that it was constructed by the Blohm+Voss shipyard in 1955, and had been the first significant passenger liner built by Germany after World War II."
• Heesen Teams Up With Winch Design On A Radical 187-Foot-Long Explorer Superyacht Concept - "Purpose-built explorer yachts have paved the way for a whole host of new yacht designs to bring billionaires to the ends of the earth."
• HEMPEL PAINTS - "Hempel yacht & superyacht paints are produced to the highest standards, with the primary aim of meeting the demands of the marine environment and complying to important environmental issues."
• Here’s Where All the Sanctioned Russians Superyachts Stand Today - "One just recently came off the sanctions list and straight onto the charter market for $3.2 million per week. Others have been confiscated. Still others are hiding in plain sight in Dubai and Turkey. How the many legal battles get resolved remains unclear."
• HILL ROBINSON - yacht management consultants.
• HOVERCRAFT - Wikipedia.
• How a Murdoch sailed off with Maxwell's yacht - "For years the press titans battled for supremacy and now Rupert Murdoch's ex-wife has bought and refitted Robert Maxwell's boat Lady Ghislaine - named after his disgraced daughter and scene of his death."
• How Big Is The World's Largest Superyacht? - Forbes.
• How David Geffen’s Yacht Photos Became a “Status Thing” in Hollywood - "David Geffen's superyacht the Rising Sun has become a photo op for A-list stars such as Oprah Winfrey, Chris Rock, Steven Spielberg, Leonardo DiCaprio and even Jeff Bezos."
• How many shipwrecks are there in the world's oceans? - "This week UNESCO announced it has found three new shipwrecks, including two that are thousands of years old. But just how many more could be out there?"
• How many superyachts on order for 2022 - "Despite some initial wobbles in 2020 when Covid-19 first struck, the superyacht industry has largely shrugged off the pandemic to record a third year of consistent order book growth. The 2022 Global Order Book records an impressive 1,024 projects in build or on order, a rise of 24.7 per cent on last year’s 821."
• HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO RUN A SUPER YACHT? - YouTube 12:01.
• How Much Does That Oligarch’s Yacht Actually Cost? - "An accounting, down to the hull and the Picassos."
• How sanctions on Russia are shaking up the superyacht world - "Superyachts have been making headlines for all the wrong reasons in recent weeks as more and more vessels linked to Russian oligarchs are temporarily frozen."
• How the Wellness Trend Could Transform Superyacht Interiors - "Venice-based Nuvolari-Lenard is rethinking yacht design by replacing formal areas with super-lounges that have swimming pools and libraries."
• How to build the ultimate superyacht for isolating on board - "One of the unforeseen consequences of being locked down for much of 2020 was that owners spent more time on their yachts - if they could get to them. One-week trips to the boat were being extended to two or three weeks, and some owners even chose to ride out the worst of the pandemic on board. Charters, too, were affected, with brokers reporting that while bookings were down, charterers were taking trips for longer periods."
• How to design a luxury superyacht - "When super-rich clients spend tens of millions on a superyacht, they expect something unique."
• How To Park A $50 Million Superyacht Like A Boss - "A video posted to Instagram is giving people a look at what it's like to park a $50 million dollar superyacht in Monaco. Parking a $50 million superyacht should be a doddle. Especially with all that fancy technology. But human skill is still needed, a video out of Monaco recently showed. All your questions about parking a superyacht, answered."
• how to snap up a superyacht at the Monaco Yacht Show - The Telegraph.
• Huge superyacht squeezes down narrow Dutch canals - "It's not every day you see a gigantic superyacht weaving through the narrow canals of the Netherlands. Project 817, a 94-meter (310 feet) vessel built by Dutch shipyard Feadship, was transported from its Kaag Island facility to the North Sea at Rotterdam last week."

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

- I -

• Iconic Classic Yacht 'Christina O' Joins the Open Market for the First Time - "A true veteran of the glamorous superyacht scene of the 20th century, this 99-meter (325-foot) motor yacht carries a storied past and some sort of celebrity appeal within the yachting community. It once belonged to Greek billionaire Aristotle Onassis and has probably hosted more influential personalities, including Hollywood celebrities, heads of state, and royalty, than any other vessel."
• Iconic yachts: The story of Steve Jobs's Feadship superyacht Venus - "Perhaps it’s her famous owner, unique exterior or the total secrecy surrounding the project, but there are few superyachts that are more captivating than the utterly iconic yacht Venus. Built by Feadship and designed by Philippe Starck, 78.2 metre Venus was launched in October 2012."
• In messy UK divorce case, who will sail away with the £250m superyacht? - "Seizing control of the yacht would go a long way towards satisfying a London court’s £450m divorce award in Tatiana Akhmedova’s favour."
• Incredible Yachts of the Rich & Famous - "If there’s one expensive toy the rich and famous strive to save up for, it’s undoubtedly a yacht. These luxury cities-on-the-sea can cost upwards of tens of millions of dollars - with some superyachts even escalating into the hundreds of millions."
• Inside a 203-Foot Superyacht With a Luxurious 2,260-Square-Foot Owner's Apartment - "Sanlorenzo's first 62Steel, which launched last week, is also defined by the interplay of glass and light across its elegant interior."
• Inside GRACEFUL Yacht - Blohm Voss - 2014 - 82m - Owner Vladimir Putin - "The Graceful yacht was built by Blohm & Voss in 2014. The superyacht is designed by H2 Yacht Design. Her owner is reportedly Vladimir Putin."
• Inside Heesen's Biggest, Baddest Superyacht Yet - "Pushing forward with the largest boat you've ever created during a global pandemic is a bold move but it's one that's set to pay off for Heesen Yachts. This week, the Dutch shipyard unveiled the latest updates to the 80m Cosmos - a yacht that's not just iconic in size but colossal in terms of detailing and power."
• Inside ‘Secret,’ the Lavish 271-Foot Superyacht Owned by Walmart Heiress Nancy Walton Laurie - "Walmart heiress Nancy Walton Laurie's 271-footer has an eclectic interior of black and gold, along with splashes of red, as well as other, well, secrets."
• Inside the secret world of superyachts - GQ.
• Inside the secret world of the superyacht elite - The Telegraph.
• INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE SAFETY OF LIFE AT SEA, 1974 | SOLAS
• INTERNATIONAL MARITIME ORGANIZATION | IMO - safe, secure and efficient shipping on clean oceans.
• INTERNATIONAL YACHT SOCIETY - "The sole organization serving and representing the large yacht industry worldwide."
• Is This Swan-Shaped Megayacht The Wackiest Concept Boat Of 2020? - "The brainchild of Italian designer Pierpaolo Lazzarini, Avanguardia has been five years in the making. What started as a fantasy dreamed up by a man fascinated with pushing the boundaries of vehicle design has become a project with real-life potential - and one which Lazzarini hopes will get snapped up by one brave shipyard."
• Italy won't say who's paying for the care of a $700 million superyacht tied to Putin - "The Scheherazade superyacht was impounded by the Italian government in May 2022 in response to Russian President Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine. Instead of falling into disrepair, Italy has allowed its owner to maintain and refit the vessel, but it won't disclose who is footing the bill."

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

- J -

• Jaguar broke a world record with this tiny electric boat - The Verge.
• Jeff Bezos & the secretive world of superyachts - "News that Jeff Bezos has bought a 'superyacht' has revived interest in the secretive world of the uber-rich globetrotters who enjoy these ultimate status symbols. Experts say the superyacht industry has been booming for years, even during the global economic slowdown caused by the pandemic."
• Jeff Bezos Has Reportedly Received the 417-Foot ‘Koru,’ the Tallest Sailing Yacht in the World - "The $485 million vessel left for its maiden voyage last Thursday."
• Jeff Bezos’ $500 million Koru superyacht emits an astounding 1,500 times more greenhouse gases than an average person - "Inspite of being the largest sailing yacht in the world the 417-feet long vessel will be responsible for more than 7,150 tonnes of CO2 every year."
• Jeff Bezos' $500-Million Yacht Hits the Open Ocean for the First Time - "Jeff Bezos’ giant 417-foot long sailing yacht stretched its legs on the open ocean this week, still completely free of a coating of eggs Rotterdam residents once promised the world’s largest sailing vessel. Yacht builders Oceanco referred to the $500-million sailing yacht by its internal serial name - Y721 - during its yearslong development and manufacturing process. The vessel can now be called by the name granted to it by its mega-rich owner: the Koru. A Koru is a Māori symbol representing the spiral of an unfurling fern frond."
• Jeff Bezos’ New $500 Million Megayacht Didn’t Have a Helipad So He Bought a Support Yacht - "The rich do wild things with their money because, you know, why not? Jeff Bezos, for example, is worth about $127 billion, according to Forbes, or more than enough to drop $75 million on a support yacht with a helipad for his girlfriend, because his $500 million superyacht doesn’t have one."
• JETLEV FLYER - "Stop Dreaming! Start Flying!" Unlike conventional aircrafts and jetpacks, the innovative Jetlev concept greatly improves thrust-to-weight ratio by locating the propulsion engine, fuel and related systems on a separate vessel tethered behind the jetpack, and uses water as the jet propulsion medium because its high density can carry vast amounts of power at much lower velocities, and generate nozzle reaction forces much more effectively, than gases.

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

- L -

• Lamborghini Unveils A New High-Performance Powerboat - "4,000 Horsepower Lamborghini Powerboat Brings Italian Supercar Style And Technology To The Water."
• Late Billionaire Paul Allen's Yacht on Sale for $326 Million - "The late Microsoft Corp. co-founder Paul Allen's 414-foot super yacht 'Octopus' is on the market. At 295 million euros ($326 million), the 414-foot vessel where the billionaire partied with U2 and Mick Jagger, and sailed to destinations from Venice to Shanghai, is listed at brokerages Fraser and Burgess."
• Lazzarini design studio - "Think about the future never forget the past . . ."
• Life & death on a superyacht - "'If something goes wrong, they can just raise the anchor and leave'."
• LIST OF MOTOR YACHTS BY LENGTH - Wikipedia.
• LIVE SHIP MAPS - vessel traffic and position tracking based on AIS data.
• LLOYD'S LIST - the leading maritime & transport news portal.
• LLOYD'S REGISTER - founded 1760. Maritime classification society and independent risk management organisation providing risk assessment and mitigation services and management systems certification.
• LLOYD'S REGISTER OF SHIPS (1764-2003) - here, you will find the registration details of a vessel such as the rigging, the tonnage, dimensions, propulsion, owners and her Master. These have been transcribed from the Lloyd's Register of British and Foreign Shipping from 1764 up to 2003.
• 
• Lock & Co. Hatters Skipper cap - established 1676. "The hat choice for sailing enthusiasts, the Skipper cap is crafted from showerproof navy wool. The authentic black-braid detailing and embellishments make this cap the ultimate in marine style."
• Luxury superyacht lost at sea after falling off cargo ship - "A luxury superyacht owned by an Italian billionaire was lost at sea after it slipped from a cargo ship into the Mediterranean."
• luxury yacht that turns into a submarine - "It looks like something straight out of a James Bond movie, but this concept might just signal that the future of superyachts is sub-aquatic."

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

- M -

• Maldives shelters sanctioned Russian billionaires’ yachts - "The cautious approach by authorities in Maldives to enforcing the sanctions imposed after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine means that the Indian Ocean island nation has emerged as an attractive destination for yacht-owning Russian oligarchs."
• ‘Maltese Falcon’ Reveals Fresh Refit & New Foundation - In Pictures - "One of the world’s most iconic sailing superyachts, Maltese Falcon, has returned to the ocean with a fresh refit for the summer charter season. The 88-metre Perini Navi yacht, originally built for American businessman and venture capitalist Tom Perkins, maintains her instantly recognisable form, with a few tweaks."
• MANSUETO GROUP - professional marine supplier.
• MARINE BIZ TV - Web TV: the 24hr free to air global maritime channel. Maritime information, news, updates, events
• MARINETRAFFIC.COM - live ship maps. Vessel traffic and position tracking based on AIS data.
• MARINETELECOM.NET - Alan Spicer Marine Telecom and International Marine Electronics & Marine WiFi Hot Spot Internet Sharing Systems.
• MARITIME INJURY CENTER - "While working in the maritime industry can be exciting and lucrative, it can also be highly dangerous. If you've been injured on the job, you have rights and we're here to help."
• Mark Zuckerberg's $195 Million "Ulysses" Yacht - "Ever wondered how the founder of Facebook spent his money? Here's part of the answer in this video. Although the price of the Ulysses yacht represents only a small percentage of Mark Zuckerberg's massive fortune, the yacht still costs $195 Million. So, when you buy something at that price, you can expect to get the best quality services and amenities, well that's all this super yacht offers." YouTube 7:42.
• Meet the 459-Foot ‘Flying Fox,’ the Largest Superyacht Available for Charter - "Three time’s a charm for the owner of Flying Fox. Not only did he want hearts to beat faster when guests came aboard this magnificent 459-foot Lürssen, the owner wanted to make sure he included every whim and fantasy for his own pleasure. Think features like the two-deck spa, a professional dive center, two helipads for corporate helicopters, the world’s largest transverse swimming pool and, naturally, a cryotherapy center. He also staffed it former Olympic athletes and British ex-military to provide a first-class crew."
• Meet The Designer Behind Tankoa’s Wild Wellness Superyacht Concept - "At 42 years old, Alberto Mancini is one of the youngest yacht designers of his calibre in the world. Founder of AM Yacht Design in Monaco, the Italian has already worked with leading manufacturers such as Riva, Fairline and Azimut, as well as Officina Italiana Design, Nuvolari Lenard and Ken Freivokh. To date, one of the designer’s most iconic works is Fairline’s sleek Squadron 50 yacht. Mancini’s latest project, a wellness-inspired 76m superyacht concept for Italian shipyard Tankoa Yachts, takes the designer into the big league of 70m+ yachts for the first time."
• Meet the people who want to spend the rest of their lives on cruise ships - "Considering retiring on a cruise ship? You're not alone. Deciding to retire or work aboard a cruise ship is rare overall, but not new."
• Meet The Winners of BOAT International Media’s Design & Innovation Awards - "351-Foot-Long Superyacht Lana And 263-Foot-Long Artefact Top List Of Prestigious Design And Innovation Award Winners."
• Mega rich buy $11M homes on world's biggest superyacht - "World's first 'yacht liner' unveiled."
• Mind my Picasso... superyacht owners struggle to protect art - "Billionaires try to cut risk to priceless paintings from flying champagne corks."
• MONACO EYE - large selection of photos of the world's luxury yachts.
• Monaco Yacht Show 2019 unveils its biggest superyacht fleet ever - "Ever wanted to see what more than $4,000,000,000 looks like when it's floating on the water? The glitzy European principality of Monaco is about to make that happen."
• MONACO YACHTS - home news.
• MOTORBOAT - Wikipedia.

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

- N -

• NAUTICAL MILE - conversion calculator (nm to km).
• Nautische Instrumente MÜhle-GlashÜtte - marine timepieces for professional shipping.
• New Project Centauro superyacht concept resembles a spaceship - "With so many inventive superyachts in the works, coming up with a bold and innovative is proving harder and harder for top designers. Officina Armare has unveiled plans for a megayacht that takes inspiration from both naval ships and spacecraft."
• New Trimonoran superyacht concept could be future of luxury sailing - "A yacht concept at least 20 years in the making, Escalade is being touted as a 'game changer' by the team behind it. Measuring 25 meters, the unique vessel is said to be the first of its kind to feature a Trimonoran hull, a combination of a monohull and a trimaran hull."
• 
• 
• Neyk Luxury Submarine - Ocean Submarine.
• NUVOLARI-LENARD - Italian superyacht and megayacht (exterior & interior) designers.
• 
• NYMPHENBURG - founded in 1747. Yacht furnishings.

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

- O -

• ODYSSEY MARINE EXPLORATION - world leader in deep-ocean shipwreck exploration.
• on board the most extravagant superyacht charters - The Telegraph.
• Onboard The Yacht Being Dubbed The ‘Ferrari’ Of The Seas - "Almost two decades after the launch of the wallypower118, Monaco-based shipyard Wally is back with its biggest head-turner yet. Launched during the Venice Boat Show, the eye-catching wallypower58 was the most talked about boat on the water - and for good reason, as I was to discover."
• One Of The World's Largest Superyacht Catamaran Concepts Unveiled By Sunreef Yachts - "Demand for Sunreef yachts has always been high. In fact, the company has built over 160 large sailing and power cats since production began in that historic, communist-era shipyard. But I think with the announcement of this new Sunreef Power Superyacht, may drive demand even more."

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

- P -

• Porsche-Designed Superyacht, Royal Falcon One, Hits the Market - "The 135-foot catamaran features space-age modernism and above-deck sleeping accommodations."
• ‘Princess Diana yacht’ sinks off Beaulieu-sur-Mer - "A boat used by Princess Diana on her final holiday is now at the bottom of the sea. The Cujo sank off the Beaulieu-sur-Mer, on the French Riviera, on Saturday. It was once owned by her then-boyfriend, millionaire heir Dodi Al-Fayed."
• PRIVATSEA - exclusive membership club for luxury yachting and associated lifestyle services. PrivatSea has created a Luxury Alliance and reciprocal Club Network for its members to provide services that naturally complement the yachting experience. Members receive privileges and preferential rates with partners including selective private clubs, premium private residences, highly exclusive events, private jets, limousine services, hotels, premium private residences, private jets, yacht builders, limousines and private banks.
• 
• PROJECT UTOPIA - BMT Nigel Gee Ltd.
• Putin’s order to move superyacht before Ukraine invasion - "Russian president ordered urgent removal of Graceful from Hamburg shipyard, investigation claims. Vladimir Putin moved his $100m superyacht from a German shipyard to Russia just weeks before he ordered the invasion of Ukraine, according to secret documents released in a new investigation."

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

- R -

• Rafael Nadal Celebrates His Birthday With A Custom Sunreef 80 Power Catamaran Yacht - "The modern styled Sunreef Yacht cost him around $6.2 million, and Nadal personally helped design the stunning interiors prior to it being launched at Sunreef's shipyard in Poland. Nadal wanted the yacht to be ready in time for cruising the Balearic Islands in July with his family."
• Riding in the Mercedes-AMG Cigarette Racing 515 Project One boat at 119 mph - The Verge.
• RITCHIE NAVIGATION - provider of boat compasses.
• ROLLS-ROYCE - a global business providing integrated power systems for use on land, at sea and in the air.
• Rolls-Royce Cullinan Yachting Edition Is The Rolex Of SUVs - "Carlex Design knows a thing or two about how to improve the interiors of even the world's most exotic cars. While Carlex often limits its handiwork to interiors, this particular Cullinan received a complete makeover both inside and out. This is not the first Yachting Edition from the company; a Land Rover Defender with similar trim and coloring was revealed previously."
• Roman Abramovich loses 'world's biggest yacht owner title' - Mail Online.
• Roman Abramovich's yachts, from Chelsea owner's new £430m Solaris to one £25m boat he 'gifted to Vladimir Putin' - "The Chelsea owner, worth a cool £10bn, is overseeing the development of his latest toy, Solaris - a superyacht that promises to be the most powerful yacht in the world. The Russian, 54, must love travelling by sea - because he has had a private navy of yachts - with SunSport believing Solaris to be his EIGHTH over the years."
• Royal Huisman Unveils An Inspired New Superyacht - Forbes.
• Royal Huisman Unveils World's Largest Superyacht Sloop Concept - Forbes.
• Russian Oligarch's $500 Million Yacht Is in the Middle of Britain's Costliest Divorce - The New York Times.

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

- S -

• SAILING - Wikipedia.
• Saddam Hussein’s former yacht is now an unlikely attraction - "Capsized in a river in southern Iraq, the rusting wreck of a yacht that belonged to Saddam Hussein serves as a stark reminder of his iron-fisted rule that ended with the US-led invasion two decades ago. The 121-meter (396 ft) 'al-Mansur,' a symbol of Saddam’s wealth and power when it was built in the 1980s, is today a destination for sightseers and fisherman who clamber aboard the wreck to picnic and drink tea."
• Sanctioned Russians Superyachts Stand Today - "One just recently came off the sanctions list and straight onto the charter market for $3.2 million per week. Others have been confiscated. Still others are hiding in plain sight in Dubai and Turkey. How the many legal battles get resolved remains unclear."
• Saudi crown prince MBS’s $400 million megayacht has a dedicated snow room for the royal to beat Riyadh’s blistering heat - "The mammoth 439 feet long vessel has a saltwater swimming pool, a climbing wall, a submarine, two helipads, and a $450 million Da Vinci painting."
• Seawater-Powered Superyachts: Baglietto, Sanlorenzo & Lürssen’s Big Plans for Hydrogen Yachts - "The race to build a zero-emission superyacht is on. Three of the biggest and most successful superyacht building companies have announced plans to incorporate hydrogen fuel cell technology into their yachts, including a seawater-powered system. This promises zero emissions, less waste and less damage to the marine environment. Superyachts are amongst the worst greenhouse gas emitters that you can own. A typical vessel with a permanent crew can emit as much as 7,020 tons of CO2 a year; up to 1,500 times more than a typical family car at 1.5 to 4.6 tons of CO2."
• Secrets Leaked About Jeff Bezos’ New 417-Foot-Long Sailing Superyacht - "Actually, he’s buying a whole fleet of yachts. Not only is Bezos reportedly buying one of the largest sailing superyachts in the world (Superyacht A measuring 469-feet-long and owned by Russian billionaire Andrey Melnichenko is still the largest). He’s also reported to be buying a 'smaller' support vessel that will follow the big yacht around carrying all the 'toys' (personal submarine, aircraft, various other yachts, cars etc.) that just won’t fit on the mothership. And by mothership, I mean superyacht."
• Ship of horrors: life & death on the lawless high seas - "From bullying and sexual assault to squalid living conditions and forced labour, working at sea can be a grim business - and one deep-sea fishing fleet is particularly notorious."
• Shipping & Logistics Glossary - Gulf Winds.
• SHIPPING EFFIENCY - free-access, beta data-hub designed for ship owners, operators, charterers, ports, insurance companies, shipbrokers and other stakeholders, to factor in vessel efficiency information when making business decisions.
• 'Ships can re-register under any flag in 15 minutes' - "Ship's flag can help its owner keep costs down. But for the crew, it can be a nightmare."
• SINOT EXCLUSIVE YACHT DESIGN - located in the Netherlands and has a long experience in working for the most demanding clients.
• Size Matters On The New Superyacht From Sunseeker International - "Up until pretty recently, UK-based Sunseeker International was known for building stylishly fast, highly recognizable multi-million-dollar yachts up to around 100-feet-long. But now that the company has just announced that the flagship of their 'Supeyacht Division' will be a 161-footer with an aluminum hull built by Icon Yachts in Holland, it's obvious Sunseeker has BIG expansion plans."
• Skyscraper at sea: The high-rise superyacht concept - "Gigantic superyachts have long been nicknamed 'floating skyscrapers,' but this new innovative concept from studio Rodriguez Design has taken that notion to an entirely new level. Measuring 110 meters, Malena is designed in the style of a high-rise apartment building, with a symmetrical superstructure consisting of balconies stretching across both sides of its decks and along the middle."
• Solar-Powered Yachting: A Look Inside 'The Tesla Of Yachts' - "With new fully electric and hybrid boats, the yachting industry is making strides toward an eco-friendly, solar-powered future."
• 
• Somnio - "This Epic 728-Foot Superyacht Will Soon Be the World’s Largest and House 39 Luxury Condos." World's first 'yacht liner' unveiled. Somnio is to be the largest yacht in the world "by both length and volume" when it launches in 2024.
• St-Tropez lifeboat crew say luxury boat owners too mean to help out - "Tycoons moored on Riviera branded uncaring as lifeboat appeal 'sinks without trace'."
• Step Inside Extravagant $433m LÜrssen Superyacht Ahpo - "Sleek, modern, aerodynamic looking exteriors mean the first thing you notice about superyacht Ahpo is not its 115 metre length, but the gorgeous silhouette and obvious pedigree."
• Steve Jobs hated his best friend Larry Ellison’s $160 million superyacht - "So much that in his quest to have the perfect vessel, he hired a world-renowned designer and brainstormed in countless grueling 12-hour-long sessions to create his futuristic 256-foot-long Venus yacht. In the Apple co-founder's biography, Walter Isaacson writes about how Jobs hated the design of Ellison's $160 million superyacht Musashi, which inspired him to design his own superyacht."
• Steve Jobs's Feadship superyacht Venus - "Perhaps it’s her famous owner, unique exterior or the total secrecy surrounding the project, but there are few superyachts that are more captivating than the utterly iconic yacht Venus. Built by Feadship and designed by Philippe Starck, 78.2 metre Venus was launched in October 2012."
• Steve Jobs' widow's $140M megayacht SMASHES into another monster vessel owned by telecoms billionaire - "The high-value crash involved the 78-meter Venus, commissioned by the late Apple founder and now owned by Laurene Powell Jobs, and the 105-meter Lady Moura, owned by Mexican billionaire business titan Ricardo Salinas. The two liners, that cost a combined $265 million, slammed into each other after a vicious gust of wind off the Italian coast of Naples put them on a collision course."
• Submersible superyachts for billionaires: This Austrian company wants to build them - "The superyacht that turns into a submarine and can stay submerged for four weeks. There’s been a trend in recent years for billionaire basements – subterranean extensions to the homes of the rich and famous, where they can bunker down and live large. Now an Austrian company wants to extend this opportunity for deep-dive delights to the world of superyachts, by building customized private submersibles that can descend 250 meters (820 feet) beneath the ocean surface and remain submerged for up to four weeks."
• SUMMIT FURNITURE - handcrafted teak furniture for contract, residential and marine environments. Also found on luxury cruise ships and superyachts throughout the world.
• Superyacht allegedly linked to Putin blocked from leaving Italian shipyard - "Minister says there is evidence that connects the Scheherazade to senior members of the Russian government."
• Superyacht Chef Competition 2024 - "At the Yacht Club de Monaco. Organised by the YCM in partnership with Bluewater, it takes place on April 4 under the aegis of YCM’s La Belle Classe Academy training centre."
• Superyacht cybercrime: the next big thing? - CNN.
• Superyacht Directory - "The Superyacht Directory is the world’s largest database of private luxury yachts, with over 12,000 megayachts listed. It’s the most authoritative place to find everything you need to know about superyachts - including new builds, historic vessels and the most famous boats of all time."
• SuperYacht Fan - since 1997. "Luxury Yacht Owners and Private Jet Owners, SuperYachts and Mega Yachts."
• Superyacht feature transports passengers underwater in minutes - "Superyacht owners may soon be able to do just that thanks to a new design that provides a 'submerged viewing experience' for up to seven people on board."
• superyacht hot spot for the uber-wealthy is heating up & becoming more dangerous - "The storm that sank the 'Bayesian,' a luxury yacht anchored off the Sicily coast, was sudden, violent and deadly - and scientists say it may be a warning of what’s to come as global warming fuels more extreme weather in the Mediterranean."
• Superyacht linked to Jho Low & 1MDB scandal for sale again, for an extra $74m - "The Tranquility, seized by authorities and sold for a 'bargain' $126m in April, is back on market after stint as celebrity hangout."
• Superyacht Owners Escape For Open Waters With Hospital Rooms & Private Nurses - "Most yachts over 300 feet contain mini-hospitals, or secure medical rooms, and yacht nurse staffing agencies can barely keep up with the increase in demand following the coronavirus outbreak. As yacht owners find themselves virtually isolated in their foreign locations, the need for onboard medical protection is an urgent necessity."
• Superyacht Sales Are Soaring Thanks to a Wave of Newly Minted Billionaires - "Over 200 new superyachts were launched this year up to September, up from 165 in the same period of 2019."
• SuperYachters - "Members only network for the Super Yacht industry. Publish your article, share a link and connect with members. It's free."
• SUPERYACHTPHOTO.COM - stock library for superyacht photos.
• Superyachts & bragging rights: why the super-rich love their 'floating homes' - The Guardian.
• Superyachts just got bigger, greener, sexier - "Bigger, greener, sexier, more adventurous: Superyachts of the future revealed."
• Symphony At Sea: A Glimpse Into LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault's $150 Million Superyacht - "Experience luxury sailing with eco-consciousness on the Symphony Yacht, owned by billionaire Bernard Arnault. A true epitome of style and sustainability, Symphony offers high-performance cruising, strict safety standards, and significant energy efficiency. Discover the perfect blend of luxury and responsibility."

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

- T -

• Take a closer look at Russian oligarch's $700 million superyacht that is one of the largest in the world - "Roman Abramovich is seemingly scrambling to avoid sanctions from the UK by moving his superyachts. One of those is The Eclipse, which cost $700 million to build and was once the biggest in the world. That yacht was once in New York City and we took some photos."
• TALL SHIPS' RACES - are races for sail training "tall ships" (sailing ships). The races are designed to encourage international friendship and training for young people in the art of sailing. The races are held annually in European waters.
• The diamond-inspired superyacht concept with an on-board 'waterfall' - "Real diamonds shouldn't float in water. But this brilliant new superyacht concept with an on board cinema, helipad and three integrated pools, is clearly an exception to the rule. Designed by Italian studio Gabriele Teruzzi Yachts & Design, the Stella del Sud concept was inspired by the famous Cartier 128 carat diamond it takes its name from."
• The gigantic boat that can carry cruise ships - "Constructed in 2012, the 275-meter-long Boka Vanguard is the largest ship of its kind. Typically it transports large offshore oil and gas structures, but occasionally it will be called on to to carry other vessels - such as happened with the Carnival Vista back before the pandemic."
• THE HUMDINGA - an amphibious, open-air SUV capable of travelling 100 mph on land and 40 mph on water.
• The Most Expensive Yacht In The World - YouTube 10:58. "Join us while we take an inside look at the most expensive yacht ever built. The History Supreme is a $4.8 billion dollar masterpiece!"
• The private jet-inspired yacht concept that looks like a spaceship - "With more yachts being added to the global fleet than ever before, coming up with a concept that turns heads is no easy feat. However, the team at Lazzarini Design Studio have been doing their best to rise to challenge. Just months after unveiling a superyacht concept that can fly and sail, the Rome-based design company has released a new design for a futuristic vessel that wouldn't look out of place in a 'Star Trek' movie."
• 
• The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection - "Set sail on a journey of discovery with The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection. Designed to combine the luxury lifestyle of The Ritz-Carlton and the casual freedom of a yachting vacation, The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection will offer bespoke voyages on the first of three custom-built yachts in 2022. Most voyages range from seven to ten nights, offering many overnight calls and uniquely curated experiences ashore. Each yacht will feature 149 suites, each with its own private terrace, and accommodate up to 298 guests in a relaxed, casually elegant atmosphere. As with The Ritz-Carlton on land, each yacht will feature personalized service, elevated dining and luxury amenities. The yachts are also available for private charter."
• The secrets behind world's most famous superyacht - designer Philippe Starck reveals how the £225 million Motor Yacht A came to be.
• The superyacht that thinks it's an airplane - "The world of superyachts meets the world of aviation with this 'one-of-a-kind' vessel that expertly merges aerial and nautical models."
• The Ultimate Quarantine: This Oil Billionaire Is Building The World's Largest Superyacht - And Claims It Will Help Save The Oceans - "Rev Ocean is a floating contradiction. On one hand, it is the largest superyacht in the world - the apex of self-indulgence - at a cost of about $350 million. Yet Rokke prefers a different framing. Rev Ocean, he insists, is a research vessel."
• The Wealthiest of the Wealthy's $4.8 Billion Boat Party in Monaco 2019 - "The annual Monaco Yacht Show showcases the pinnacle of design, engineering, and luxury available to the seafaring superrich."
• They decided to live on a boat permanently - "These people have gone all-in on boat life. Here's how they did it."
• 
• THEYACHTPHOTO.COM - leading photo supplier for the superyacht industry. Stock photos and commissioned work on the French Riviera and worldwide.
• This 160-Foot All-Carbon Superyacht Is Like a Bond Villain Lair That Floats - "The Palmer Johnson 'Khalilah' may not be the largest yacht on the water, but she is arguably the flashiest. Here's an exclusive tour."
• This New 180-Foot Superyacht Will Chill You Out With an Outdoor Wellness Center - "Heesen's Project Gemini makes excellent use of the interior spaces, maximizing natural light and creating unusual features like the secluded health center in the beach club."
• This Sleek 311-Foot Megayacht Concept Is a Floating Fortress- "With a Safe Room and Counter-Intelligence Protocols. There's even a diplomatic-grade secure meeting room for your classified convos."
• This superyacht could be world's biggest - "This floating entertainment hub could be biggest superyacht in the world."
• Top 10 luxury tableware designers for superyacht dining - With each new yachting season comes a series of new tableware trends. Despite the shifts in taste and style, however, one thing remains consistent: Established designers and their stunning designs.
• Tracking sanctions-busting ships on the high seas - "For a long time, being out at sea meant being out of sight and out of reach."

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

- U -

• ultimate luxury yachts to go where no one else can go - "Purpose-built explorer yachts have paved the way for a whole host of new yacht designs to bring billionaires to the ends of the earth."
• unusual new superyacht concept with a giant glass eye - "The 110-meter vessel, named Zion, features a stunning glass dome that looks like a gigantic eye, or a 'black hole.'"
• US tries to seize yacht in Fiji. But which oligarch owns it? - "A judge in Fiji is due to rule Tuesday on whether U.S. authorities can seize the luxurious superyacht Amadea - worth some $325 million - which has been stopped from leaving the South Pacific nation because of its links to Russia. But a vital question remains over which oligarch really owns the Amadea. Only one of the two possible candidates faces sanctions."

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

- V -

• volcano-inspired superyacht concept with a 'molten staircase' - "Measuring 262 feet (80 meters), Forge is actually devised to resemble the silhouette of a volcano on the water, and judging from newly released renderings, the effect is pretty dramatic. With an estimated price tag of up to $100 million, the vessel can accommodate up to 12 guests within its eight suites."
• VSF - "Fine wines for fine yachts. We actually hold stocks of tens of thousands of bottles of the world's best wines. We offer an unparalleled provisioning service with wine and food to luxury yachts in the Mediterranean area."

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

- W -

• Watch: Superyacht reportedly belonging to Bezos requires Dutch bridge to be dismantled - "The 'De Hef' bridge in the Dutch city of Rotterdam has stood since the 19th century, but now it's making way for one of the world's richest men. The historic steel bridge will be partially dismantled to allow the passage of a superyacht reportedly belonging to Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. The city's mayor promises the bridge will be rebuilt to its current form."
• 
• Wempe Creates Marine Chronometers with Yacht Designer Tim Heywood - "Yacht Clock? Wempe Teamed Up With Boatbuilder Tim Heywood to Make Two Limited-Edition Marine Chronometers. The collaboration highlights the German jeweler's history in making seaborn timekeeping instruments."
• What It's Really Like to Design a Luxury Yacht - "The floating oases are often more involved than (on land) homes."
• What next for the America's Cup? - Sir Russell Coutts on making the pastime of titans an accessible attraction.
• What the super rich want on a superyacht - "Glass, silence and no offices."
• Where Are the Customers' Yachts: or A Good Hard Look at Wall Street - Amazon.com.
• Why Britain's richest man Jim Ratcliffe has invested $153M in sailing - CNN sport.
• Why Superyacht Owners Are Planting Verdant Gardens on Their Boats - "From the practical to the aesthetic, the benefits of having a yacht garden are bountiful."
• Why the Classic Riva Aquarama Is Still the the Most Beautiful Runabout Ever Made - "There are boats that look cool for a year. Others have such classic looks that can be reinvented from generation to generation. Then there are a handful that stand the test of time. The Riva Aquarama is one of those. Carlo Riva’s creation, celebrating the 60th anniversary of its launch in August, was an instant hit when it arrived in 1962."
• Why your tender is now as important as your superyacht - "It’s an inside-out approach to design and means that the 'working' parts of a superyacht are as prevalent in buyers’ minds as the view from their stateroom. The biggest boats can carry a fleet of tenders. There’s the limo tender for guests, the landing craft for the ATVs, the wakeboard boat, the centre console for fishing, dinghies for racing around deserted atolls and Zodiacs for nudging icebergs."
• Will This 728-Foot-Long Residential Superyacht Become The World’s Most Exclusive Address? - "For anyone who’s ever dreamed of owning a superyacht, or living in a hyper-exclusive ocean-front community, or girdling the globe in impossible luxury, Somnio - a massive residential superyacht that was conceived to provide all the benefits of yacht travel to an elite group of wealthy individuals who want to own and design their own luxury apartment with onboard amenities reflecting the service and offering only found in the world’s finest hotels."
• Windjammer - collective name for a general class of large sailing ship built to carry bulk cargo for long distances in the nineteenth and early twentieth century. Windjammers were the largest of merchant sailing ships, with three to five tall masts and square sails, giving them a characteristic profile. They usually carried lumber, guano, grain or ore from one continent to another, typically following the prevailing winds and circumnavigating the globe during their voyages. Several survive, variously operating as school ships, museum ships, restaurant ships, and cruise ships.
• World Maritime Day | United Nations - "This year's theme, Navigating the future: safety first! reflects the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) work to enhance maritime safety and security, in tandem with the protection of the marine environment, whilst ensuring its regulatory development process safely anticipates the fast pace of technological change and innovation."
• World's best sailing destinations - CNN travel.
• World's Best Superyacht Shipyards - "From Germany to the Netherlands, Italy, and the United States, the superyacht industry employs highly skilled craftsmen and women at shipyards around the globe. The handcrafted vessels can be seen in bodies of water from the Mediterranean to the Bahamas, providing enjoyment - and jobs - for those on board. Here we highlight the top 20 superyacht shipyards in the world."
• world’s best superyachts of 2021 revealed - "The 16th annual World Superyacht Awards hosted by Boat International has taken place in Monaco."
• World's First 3D-Printed Fiberglass Powerboat - "Meet The Man Behind The World's First 3D-Printed Fiberglass Powerboat."
• World's First Megayacht, Lady Moura, Reveals Its Secrets After 30 Years - "Few superyachts in the world are as famous, as photographed and - it turns out - as beautiful as Lady Moura. Delivered back in 1990, the world's first megayacht has been listed for sale for the first time and, in the process, its well-guarded secrets have been revealed."
• world's largest 100m+ yachts - "As the global fleet of superyacht continues to expand, so does the number of superyachts above 100 metres in length. With more than 50 superyachts launched and currently in operation above 100 metres, we can expect projects from some of the biggest players in the industry to be newcomers to the list. Here, SuperYacht Times has rounds up the comprehensive list of the world's largest yachts."
• World's Largest Gigayacht Was Built to Help Save the Oceans - "From Climate Change to Plastic Pollution. As the biggest research vessel, she'll work on fixing overfishing, climate change and plastic pollution."
• World's Largest Ship - 400-meter long Triple-E vessel: Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller.
• World's largest superyacht: a floating private members' club for billionaires - The Guardian.
• World's largest superyacht: Everything you need to know about 183m REV - "The crown of world's largest superyacht is due to be passed on next year - here's what you need to know about the newcomer 183m REV..."
• World's Largest Superyacht List Gets... Longer - "With the recent launch of the 466-Foot-Long OPUS at the Lurssen shipyard, the list of the world's largest privately-owned superyachts is getting...longer."
• World's largest superyacht with 41,000 sq ft of living space - Daily Mail.
• World's largest yacht unveiled: Somnio will be a floating condo for the super-rich - "Super-rich will be able to buy £8million apartments on the world's largest yacht: Stunning 728ft-long £430m 'floating condo' will have 39 ultra-luxury onboard homes."
• world's most beautiful new superyachts - The Telegraph.
• World's Most Unique Explorer Yacht Could Be Yours For $12 Million - "ADASTRA is certainly unique. It's a real-life energy-efficient trimaran that's been sailing the seas since 2012. Whether they love or loathe her design, people love to talk about her and the kind of owner who would commandeer her. It's an explorer yacht for a brave individual - and if you're one, she could be yours for a cool $12 million."
• ‘Would you like a ski room with that?’ On board the new superyachts - "Banja spas, jacuzzi islands, helipads and centrifuges... Here’s the spec on what’s hot right now."

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

- Y -

• Yacht where Princess Diana spent her final summer on sale for £10m - "The 64-metre-long boat was the setting of Princess Diana's fatal romance with Dodi Fayed."
• YACHTCHEFS.COM - chef recruitment for yachts.
• YACHTING - Wikipedia.
• Yachts, jets & stacks of cash: super-rich discover risks of Instagram snaps - The Guardian.
• yachts of America's Cup are faster & weirder than ever - "Thanks to science (and a lot of money)."
• YACHTSXL.COM - "The World's Number One Online Boat Show."
• ‘You have to do things perfectly ... but it’s so secret’: how to build an oligarch’s yacht - Designers from Norway, construction workers from Germany and UK crews balance discretion with flamboyance in the finished product.

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

- Z -

• Zero-Emissions Electric Superyacht Concept Is Anchored by a 3-Story Vertical Garden - "Hidden Portside’s new superyacht is further proof that sustainability and luxury boating are not mutually exclusive. The Barcelona-based design studio has penned an innovative 164-footer known as Naboo that pairs eco-friendly furnishings and zero-emissions propulsion with a design-savvy aesthetic."