Navetta 26: Eco-friendly Luxury Yacht From Italian Yacht Maker Filippetti - - Holder of “GREEN STAR YACHT” Plate

The rich are becoming more conscious about the environment and like products that are designed with environmental sustainability criteria. There is lot of design and research work is going on the field of automobiles but now the yacht makers have started taking steps in this direction. Filippetti, the Italian yacht maker is working on a green collection and released recently Navetta 26, a luxury yacht that is first in their eco-chic series of yachts.

Navetta 26’s displacement hull, soft and rounded lines, low emissions and consumption, long range fuel and water have been designed with environmental sustainability in mind. Even the event organized for the launch of the yacht was a zero impact event on the sea where the emission of carbon dioxide during the event was totally offset by the reduction of CO2 in the same quantity. Filippetti Yacht’s Navetta 26 was on display at the Marina of Rimini for the benefit of the clients and press.

Navetta 26 is a yacht that cares for the environment and Registro Italiano Navale presented to Fausto Filippetti the plate “GREEN STAR YACHT”, the noble recognition reached only by boats that provide environmental protection and energy saving. This is the starting point of a new and exciting project for the Filippetti family and they thanked one and all for their support.

Source: Filippetti

Super Yacht Show in Singapore: First of It's Kind in Asia - - Scheduled From April 8 to 10

There is lot of activity and excitement in Singapore as it is playing host to the first super yacht show in Asia. The show to be held this spring will draw the region’s jet set to a marina full of multimillion dollar water toys. Singapore aspires to be the regional mega boating hub but it is the Chinese market with rapidly growing number of nouveau riche shoppers and its yacht building industry that will dominate the event.

The show is scheduled from April 8 to 10. The Singapore Yacht Show will take place at ONE°15 Marina Club in Sentosa Cove. Informa Yacht Group, who have a vast experience in the field are the organizers of the event. They have earlier conducted similar successful shows in Monaco and Abu Dhabi. They had also organized the Superyacht Cup Regattas which was highly appreciated by the industry.

Shows like this are extremely important for the industry as it brings together shipyards, brokers, designers, naval architects and anyone with an interest in the industry. It is a high stakes game as some of the most expensive floating real estate in the world is involved. This is an invitation-only event, complete with gala dinner, cocktail receptions, golf tournament and various soirees. You can only wait and hope to be invited.

Ocean Empire LSV: A 44-Meter Solar Hybrid Super Yacht And a Life Support Vessel

It is heartening to see a yacht that focuses beyond luxury and thinks about our environment. The Ocean Empire LSV is a 44 meter Solar Hybrid Super Yacht and a life support vessel. The super yacht has two hydroponic farms and fishing facilities to harvest the sea. The power and energy requirement of the yacht is predominantly met by harnessing three major sources of sustainable energy.

Sun is a major source of energy and the yacht has solar panels, to harness the solar energy, covering the entire surface of the vessel. For a vessel going into the sea, wind is another major source of energy. The yacht has an auxiliary automated Sky Sail that has the capacity to derive the vessel to 18 knots or more. The wind power also charges the GM ESS2 batteries through power sailing KER.

Finally the revolutionary development has been in the field of capturing energy from waves in the sea. Maurer Sohnes Gmbh has helped develop the adjustable tuned mass damper that dampens the motion of the vessel and in the process generates 50 kw of electricity. In short, the Ocean Empire is not dependent on unsustainable resources but harnesses renewable collective power present in the earth’s biosphere.

Intermarine 55: Designing and Engineering Marvel From Intermarine and BMW Designworks USA - - Powered by Two Diesel-powered Engines With a Hydraulic Lift in the Stern

Bringing together the marvel of engineering and an unmatched quality in interior design, the luxury-yacht maker Intermarine in collaboration with BMW Designworks USA, has now come out with an all new luxury yacht called, Intermarine 55. This incredible new 55 feet yacht has been designed to provide the customers with the best of sea travel experience and Intermarine is targeting families with this vessel. Designed by BMW Designworks USA, the Intermarine 55 comes with a hydraulic lift in the stern, that can be used to lower jet skis and dinghies, while providing a platform for the yacht’s occupants to get more closer look of the seas.

The interiors of the Intermarine 55 are equally stunning as the exterior and exuberate a sense of luxury and phenomenal lifestyle. The stern of the yacht comes with a U shaped sofa and is complimented with a cooler, cabinets and a dining area. The Intermarine 55 is powered by two diesel-powered engines and can achieve a top speed of 31 knots with a maximum cruising range of 350 nautical miles. Also, Intermarine is offering its customers with another power variant for the yacht that would come with a 2x800hp power option, where in the top speed will reach an astounding 35 knots and the cruising range will be 300 nautical miles. The Intermarine 55 has also been given two head compartments along with a master suite, that includes a queen sized bed and an enclosed shower.

Heesen Air: New Addition by Dutch Yacht Manufacturers in 47-metre Steel Hull Series

The Dutch yacht manufacturers, Heesen, have been working very hard on their 47-metre steel hull series and have added another one, called “Air” to this ever growing range. Infact this will be the sixth hull in the luxury steel hull series. Heesen’s in-house team collaborated with Omega Architects, who worked out the interiors of the yacht, which is based on a playful contemporary theme combining black and white, with splashes of color in between.

As far as the technical characteristics are concerned, they are similar to the rest of the yachts in this series. It has twin MTU 20V 4000 M93L marine diesels capable of attaining speeds around 15.5 knots. A slower cruising speed of 10 knots ensures a respectable continuous range of over 4,000 nautical miles. There are five cabins, one for the master and the rest for guests. All the rooms are very comfortable with twin and double bed arrangements that can be adjusted according to the requirement.

This series started in 2004 with a yacht called “Yalla”. And “Air” will definitely not be the last in this 47-metre steel hull series as there are already three similar yachts under various stages of production at Heesen’s Dutch facilities.

Source:  Heesen

Solemates: A 60 meter Lürssen Super Yacht designed by the Great Espen Oeino - - World's Most Expensive Charter Craft Available for Charter For $600,000 Per Week

Solemates is a 60 meter Lürssen super yacht that is available for charter for $600,000 per week. The super yacht has been designed by the great Espen Oeino is one of the world’s most exclusive charter craft. The latest cutting edge technologies and applications have been incorporated in the yacht to provide a unique experience to the guests who choose to charter it.

The new system in the yacht lets the guests control various functions via an iPad. The captain hands each guest their own iPad when they step aboard in case you don’t own one or didn’t think it was necessary to carry one to a vacations on the high seas. The iPad application allows the guests to control the shipboard entertainment and climate systems, adjust the blinds and lights in their cabins, and even summon a crewmember to bring more cocktails.

Glade Johnson has done the interiors for the sleek yacht that was launched in Monaco earlier this year. The interior blends elegant, rich woods and textures with contemporary sleek lines in a soothing palette of earth tones. The yacht provides luxurious accommodation for 12 guests. The main and upper deck salons are awash with natural light and the yacht offers impressive spaces for formal dining or casual dining and entertaining. A high end sound and lighting system transforms the yacht into a night club.

“Exuma”: A Super Yacht Built by The Team of Perini Navi Vitruvius Limited and Philippe Briand - - Available for Rent of $250,000 Per Week

If you were planning to engage yourself in a vacation that involves dreamlike destinations to get rejuvenated and escape the hustle, bustle, and excessively agitated activity of daily life, you should try buying a yacht for yourself. You could also choose to get yourself the world’s most attractive brand new super yacht for one million dollars a month.

“Exuma” is a super yacht built between collaboration of Perini Navi Vitruvius Limited and the naval architect Philippe Briand. In the south specific, Exuma happens to be the first motor tacht built by Maltese Falcon. This wonderful vehicle measures 164 feet in length and provides accommodation for ten guests comfortably with five well furnished rooms. The charter charge of $250,000 per week may not be exorbitant as it offers extraordinary comforts during your stay of any vacation. Its availability is also in demand as a celebrity already has booked. Exuma can travel up to the maximum distance of 5500 nautical miles at the speed of 12knots. The ship also consists of two garages.

It has already won the awards Rina Green Plus Platinum certificate for its environmental friendly commitment and further it received the World Yacht Trophy of 2010 for the first of its kind in the world. It is made of costly woods like oak, teak and imported Italian marble, keeping in mind the classic maritime tradition. You could have unforgettable memories of your vacation after indulging in sailing, bathing in the sun, scuba diving, swimming, or reading a book in the cosy atmosphere of a grand yacht.

Expensive Study Trips on Luxury Yacht by Members of Parliament And Senators Costing $257,749

Study trip being taken abroad is often a part of educational courses and programs these days. One of the popular methods is the student exchange program which helps the participating members to gain from the best of both the universities. But a study trip a on yacht which has a gym, spa, cinema and also a high-profile cocktail bar looks little unheard and unnecessarily extravagant to me. But Federal MPs beg to differ. Reports suggest that Bureaucrats spend more than $250,000 in six months on overseas study entitlements which includes a tour of the islands of Papua New Guinea on luxury-laced yacht.

The Australian tabloid The Sun-Herald published an analysis which says that Members of Parliament and Senators raised a bill $257,749 on overseas study trips between January 1 and June 30 and this in turn was preceded by $500,000 during the final six months of 2009. It goes without saying that these bills are financed through the money which is collected through public taxation. Before any steam could surface, it has been said that an unreleased parliamentary review has recommended to do away with this scheme.

It was NSW Liberal MP Bob Baldwin who took the eight-day trip to Papua New Guinea on a luxury yacht and dished out a bill of as much as $28,498. This is tax payer’s money we are talking about and it shouldn’t be put to use for frivolous luxury trips in the disguise of “education”.

68 Meters Hermitage: The 5th and The Latest Trendy Yatch Launched by Lurssen - - Designed By Espen Oeino and Conceptualized Interior by Andrew Winch Designs

It has been a good year for Lurssen, the German super yacht manufacturer. They have recently launched their fifth yacht in 2010 successfully. Their latest launch is called Hermitage, which has a LOA of 68 meter. Hermitage has been designed by Espen Oeino and the beautiful and luxurious interiors have been conceptualized by Andrew Winch Designs. This luxury yacht is bound to become another feather in their cap.

Hermitage can sleep twelve guests in six cabins comfortably. Her interior is spacious especially with a 12.80-meter beam overall. The external appearance features a white on black paint scheme where the black masks most of the windows on the superstructure and covers the main mast as well. There is a large pool on the sundeck and a Jacuzzi overlooking the bow on the upper deck. Despite its large size, Hermitage sits just twelve feet in the water.

The steel yacht now joins the list of successfully launched yachts by Lurssen this year and will boost their confidence after a series of successful launches earlier in the year. The massive 124-meter “Katara” was also launched earlier this year. The other yachts launched include 87-meter “Phoenix2″, 60-meter “Solemates” and the 85-meter “Pacific”.You could visit their site for further information.

Oceanco ‘Project Magnitude’ Designed by Lukasz Opalinski with John Henson - - A Visionary Concept Sure to be the Next King of the Seas

The Oceanco ‘Project Magnitude’ is a visionary concept that is sure to be the next king of the seas. Designed by Lukasz Opalinski with John Henson of John Henson & Associates, the 90m luxury design is sure to be nothing short of majestic.

Natural lines, innovative elements and plenty of glass surfaces to create visual space is all that we can expect from the Oceanco ‘Project Magnitude.’ And with a detachable floating island with a built-in sea pool, it’s a watercraft no one could turn down.

 Magnitude was conceived with form and function in mind and is an introduction to an entirely new yachting experience. Aerodynamic styling, free of unsightly electronic aberrations thanks to state-of-the-art technology, makes for low upper deck volumes. This results in better stability, reduced wind resistance and improved performance.

Art of Kinetik ‘Hedonist Yacht’: Powerful and Aesthetically Beautiful - - Sure to be a Dream for Any Yacht-lover.

Out of all the luxury yachts I have seen, the Art of Kinetik ‘Hedonist Yacht’ is one of the most impressively elegant. Powerful and aesthetically beautiful, the ‘Hedonist Yacht’ is sure to be a dream for any yacht-lover.

This elegant sporting craft boasts a rich, solid mahogany hull and is powered by Rolls Royce water jets, giving it a smooth ride of up to 40 knots. So if you’re looking for a yacht with elegance, class and pure power, the ‘Hedonist Yacht’ is sure to make the top of your list.

40m Power Catamaran: Collaborated Efforts of Sunreef Yatchs and BMT Naval Architects - - A Breed of Poweful And Speedy Catamrans Becoming Reality

 Sunreef Yachts has collaborated with BMT Naval Architects to come up with a new range of powerful catamarans. Their 40m Power Catamaran with the help of its dual engines can attain top speed of 20 knots with a range of 2,600nm. But this is not their best. There are other catamarans in the making, one of which will have the top speed of 32 knots, and another one will even reach speeds of upto 41 knots with the help of its twin engines and two turbo engines.

But going back to the 40m Power Catamaran, this boat will have three decks. The main deck will have two VIP suites, a fully equipped kitchen, and also a gym. The main deck also has the living room that can accommodate 12 gusts at a time and comes with a bar, a lounge, and sliding doors that bring out to the rear terrace and the pool.

The upper deck is reserved for the master, with a big master bedroom and a great view. If you want to relax outside or sunbathe, then there are several couches outside for that. The boat also has a garage to keep you jet skis or any other water sport equipment.

"Vajoliroja" Johnny Depp's Trendy and Luxury Yatch - - Available For rent Out For a Hefty Amount of €98,000 Per Week

If you have the money you can get whatever you want. That will now include Johnny Depps’ boat. No, he doesn’t come free with it. After playing the obnoxious yet charming pirate Captain Jack Sparrow in the hugely successful Pirates of the Caribbean movies, he felt like having a boat of his own. And when you are a multi million dollar star, then that boat is a 156-foot luxury yacht.

He even decorated his new boat with the Captain’s signature jewel-toned velvet fabric and a Jolly Roger flag, to be reminiscent of the movie. The steam powered yacht can accommodate 11 guests and 8 crew members. It also is equipped with facilities such as two speed boats, wake-boards, kayaks, water skis and wind surfing equipment. It sure sounds like a dream for someone interested in water sports.

The actor has taken his yacht to Italy, Florida, Annapolis, Maryland and his very own Caribbean island called Little Hall’s Pond Cay. You can do the same with you near and dear ones if you happen to be rich (very very rich). Burgess Yachts is renting Johnny’s yacht for €98,000 (approximately $130,000) per week in the high season and €84,000 (approximately $110,000) in the low season.

Keeping up with his quirky reputation, he has named the boat “Vajoliroja”, a combination of the first letters of the names of each member in his family “Va”, for his girlfriend Vanessa Paradis, “Jo”, for himself, “LiRo”, for his 10-year-old daughter Lily Rose and “Ja”, for his 8-year-old son, Jack.

Sauter Zero Carbon Design: First Zero Carbon Footprint Megayacht in the World Dubbed as "Supernova" - - With An Advanced Hydro And Aerodynamic Design

We frequently report about yachts that have adopted new technologies to reduce their carbon footprint. While most of them just aim to reduce emissions, this one from Sauter Zero Carbon Design promises to be the first zero carbon footprint megayacht in the world. Dubbed the Supernova, the 60m Solar Hybrid Megayacht boasts wingsails half as tall as sails found in conventional monohulls that promises to reduce drag and provide a much greater thrust.