http://megayachts.ru/en/ Bilingual news portal about superyachts around the world http://megayachts.ru/images/m_logo_rss.gif http://megayachts.ru/en/ 100 25 http://megayachts.ru/en/news/10/1007/ On Friday 22nd January, before a large crowd, the keel was laid for Rainbow. The original Rainbow, commissioned by Harold Vanderbilt, was built in 1934 to defend the America’s Cup against Endeavour. Rainbow’s defense was successful, but Rainbow was sold for scrap in 1940. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 14:43:19 +0300 New projects http://megayachts.ru/en/news/12/1005/ Moonen Shipyards are proud to announce that the Moonen 124 Displacement Northlander and the Moonen 99 Alu Semi-Displacement Phoebe, both launched in 2009, have been listed as finalists for Boat International's World Superyacht Awards for 2010. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:46:38 +0300 Companies http://megayachts.ru/en/news/10/1006/ In order to allow clients to profit from the Blohm + Voss large yacht building experience, the expert team of Blohm + Voss has developed a variety of custom yachts proposals. After presenting the “B+V 110m/fast” the second project to be presented is an exploration yacht: B+V 120 MY/X. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 13:54:47 +0300 New projects http://megayachts.ru/en/news/10/1004/ Ashish Gupta of Beyond Design in Mumbai has already become famous for his breathe-taking superyacht designs. His incredible wooden-hulled Maharaja concept (SYW No6) saw to that. But his latest project, the Black GT95, gives almost a classic look to the Maharaja. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 14:25:15 +0300 New projects http://megayachts.ru/en/news/13/1002/ It is a usual practice for most companies to keep their flagships till the industry exhibition event. Those who attend such events on a regular basis can understand what we mean. It is no secret visitors come to the Expo Halls not only to see the everpresent sparkly newcomers, but to enjoy those surprising bargain offers, which make the shows so famous. A show is the high time to sign the most lucrative contracts: when the carnival is over and all gowns are already in the wardrobes, the numbers in those contracts seem to be unreal. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 13:36:25 +0300 General news http://megayachts.ru/en/news/10/1003/ Perini Navi Group proudly announces the sale of the 40 metre cutter fast cruising, C. 2180, with a delivery slated for 2012. This contract is the third new contract signed in 2009. Thu, 11 Feb 2010 18:05:37 +0300 New projects http://megayachts.ru/en/news/12/1001/ Rondal has acquired the prestigious order for the manufacture and supply of the masts, booms, rigging, winches, deck equipment, furling systems, hydraulics and sails for the new Greenpeace flagship, Rainbow Warrior III. Due to be launched during the organisation’s 40th anniversary year in 2011, this 58-metre sailing vessel aims to harness the power of the wind in the most efficient possible way. Tue, 09 Feb 2010 13:28:33 +0300 Companies http://megayachts.ru/en/news/8/1000/ 2nd Abu Dhabi Yacht Show to further boost emirate’s aspirations to become yachting and the leisure marine epicentre. Abu Dhabi is determined to grow its marine and yachting industries as a key component of a wider tourism strategy, says His Excellency Sheikh Sultan Bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Chairman, Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA), ahead of the 2nd Abu Dhabi Yacht Show (ADYS) set to take place in next month. Wed, 03 Feb 2010 16:56:02 +0300 Events http://megayachts.ru/en/news/10/999/ Bill Prince Yacht Design, Inc. has developed a handsome, fast 28-meter (92-foot) centerboard sloop that meets an experienced yachtsman’s need for comfortable family cruising. Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:02:38 +0300 New projects http://megayachts.ru/en/news/9/998/ The sound of trumpets filled the yard as Koninklijke De Vries Scheepsbouw launched the 55.05m (180’7”) Feadship Kahalani on Saturday 16 January 2010. Her delighted owner had flown in members of the Light Infantry Buglers to serve as a guard of honor and add extra gravitas to the name giving ceremony. Tue, 02 Feb 2010 16:50:18 +0300 New builds http://megayachts.ru/en/news/8/997/ The yachts taking part in next weeks Superyacht Cup Antigua have all arrived in the Caribbean island of Antigua and preparations have begun in Nelson's Dockyard to accommodate the fleet and host the dockside parties. Fri, 29 Jan 2010 16:53:26 +0300 Events http://megayachts.ru/en/news/12/996/ Heesen Yachts is proud to announce that following the launching and delivery of hull number 14647, M/Y 4YOU, other sizeable hulls were repositioned within the shipyard in Oss. The outfitting of hull number 14955 has now started in Building Hall 7, while hull number 15250 was moved into Building Hall 1 for completion. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 01:00:41 +0300 Companies http://megayachts.ru/en/news/10/994/ The latest SABDES project is a striking 72.5m Axebow Motoryacht produced to the best Northern European standards. The design is based on ICON Yachts pre-engineered 62m-77m platform (optimized hull, technical and crew areas) with Exterior Styling by Scott Blee (of SABDES), as well as a customized Interior Arrangement for all the Owner and Guest areas. Thu, 21 Jan 2010 17:15:12 +0300 New projects http://megayachts.ru/en/news/13/995/ Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich bought 35 contemporary artworks for his luxury yacht, “Eclipse”, an art dealer revealed. The purchases came through Terence Disdale, who designs the interiors of Abramovich’s yachts, according to Joseph Clarke, director ofMillennium, which has its gallery in southwest England. Thu, 21 Jan 2010 01:59:12 +0300 General news http://megayachts.ru/en/news/10/993/ The Dutch yacht company Ghost Yachts and Italian design company Gloss Design unveil their first project to the public, the Ghost Yachts G180. The yacht embodies the best of two leading yacht building nations. An unmistakable refined Italian styling combined with cutting edge Dutch engineering and build technology. Wed, 20 Jan 2010 14:54:30 +0300 New projects http://megayachts.ru/en/news/10/991/ Fincantieri has signed a contract for the construction of a seven-deck motor yacht of 140 meters in length. The vessel will be identified as “Hull # 6218”. This is the first order for a yacht longer than 80meters signed after the beginning of the financial crisis in October 2008. Mon, 18 Jan 2010 11:54:34 +0300 New projects http://megayachts.ru/en/news/9/989/ Kaohsiung, Taiwan, Dec. 17, 2009 – According to the latest 2010 Global Order Book compiled by ShowBoats International magazine, Horizon is ranked as No. 9 megayacht builder in the world and the only one Asian yacht builder among world’s largest top 20. Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:10:12 +0300 New builds http://megayachts.ru/en/news/10/990/ January 2010 – Vripack is working on an interesting 27m high speed Catamaran assigned by Windcat Workboats. This complete aluminium vessel with modern styling is specifically designed for transportation of crew and supplies to and from offshore wind farms and oil/gas installations. Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:14:13 +0300 New projects http://megayachts.ru/en/news/10/986/ Van Geest Design has developed this 60 meter super sailer into a special concept. With a sleek and modern hull, this fly bridge sailing yacht will be a true pleasure to sail cruising around or racing in the big boat regattas. Fri, 25 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0300 New projects http://megayachts.ru/en/news/9/988/ Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands: The Moonen 124 evolved several years ago out of a preliminary design for a Moonen 120. At the time, the Moonen 120 was to be the largest of a new Displacement Series being developed by Moonen and Rene van der Velden Yacht Design. Fri, 25 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0300 New builds