International Shipyards Ancona (ISA) announced the grand opening of its North American operations with an office at the Portside Yachting Center on at the 17th Street Causeway in Fort Lauderdale. It was auspicious timing for ISA as the day marked its 12th anniversary! ISA President of Sales and Marketing, Marcello Maggi, was on hand at a celebratory cocktail party at the Bimini Boatyard Restaurant with brokers, press, and members of South Florida’s marine industry to discuss on- going activity at the shipyard in Italy as well as new marketing initiatives. Maggi commented to the Friday audience, “I have a strong personal connection to the US and have long been aware of the importance of the American market for our yachts.” Ed Sacks, a well-known veteran…

Jeroen Minnema from Ocean Independence has sold a superyacht berth in Genoa, Italy, to one of his direct clients. The berth measures 60 x 11 metres, and had an asking price of € 4,500,000. Marina Genova Aeroporto has a total of 600 berths from 10 - 130 metres. The marina is only 5km from the historic city centre of Genoa and borders on Genoa International Airport. Ocean Independence Jeroen Minnema +33 493 34 51 20 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it www.oceanindependence.com  

Moonen Shipyards in the Netherlands has launched the long distance explorer Moonen 100, a robust exhibition-style vessel that also benefits from exceptionality smooth lines. Combining major fuel efficiencies with comprehensive live aboard facilities, so this compact Explorer will allow her owners – who are extensively involved in the build - to truly travel the world in exceptional comfort. The layout of the Moonen 100 Explorer features three large suites in order to optimise comfort for the passengers. There will also be a well-equipped gym in the lazarette for the necessary exercise during lengthy voyages, while the sundeck will have all the features of a normal displacement yacht. Moonen Shipyards +31 (0)73 621 0094 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it www.moonen.com

The Horizon Yacht US dealer recently hosted their Third Annual Horizon Owner Rendezvous which took place this year in Port Lucaya, Grand Bahama – nine yachts, ranging in size from 60 to 136 feet, participated in the event from May 3rd-5th and marked the largest rendezvous gathering yet. Horizon’s rendezvous weekend kicked off on Friday afternoon with Yacht Hops on board the Horizon E88 and 82’ “Sweet Sarah,” followed by a cocktail party at Port Lucaya Marina and dinner at the popular Flying Fish restaurant. The Horizon V74 “Satori” had owners and guests on board for a Yacht Hop Brunch on Saturday morning, and everyone was treated to a private afternoon beach party at Barbary Beach, complete with beautiful blue water, beach games, Bahamian barbeque…

Lazzara Yachts have launched the latest LSX 92. The LSX 92 measurements only hint at her performance capabilities with an overall length at 92 feet, beam at 21 feet, a draft just under 5 feet. She is powered by four Volvo IPS engines. The layout includes Lazzara’s trademark atrium galley. The expansive atrium galley, with an impressive 15 foot ceiling, welcomes you to the accommodations deck below. This innovative layout was first pioneered on the LSX 75 . The LSX 92 will soon be replaced by the LSX 95. This particular LSX 92 will be on display at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. Lazzara Yachts +1 954 525 0894 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it www.lazzarayachts.com

Contact, designed by Gabriele Teruzzi, is a thesis project for the masters course of yacht design and construction, organized by IED in Turin. The concept of the boat is to give the guests the feeling of being one with the outside world, so the whole yacht has been designed to create a sensation of intimacy with the sea. This vessel is an innovative combination between an explorer and a luxury yacht. A high bow, large beam, low speed, and low consumption thanks to an Azipull propeller system powered by an electric engine, are the principal features of being an explorer yacht. The high bow and large beam give more safety and stability to the boat, while the Azipull system allows it to go everywhere without…

Newport Shipyard's new 500 Metric Ton Marine Travelift, which will be the largest Travelift operating in New England, will be delivered to Newport's only and oldest working shipyard on May 29 and will be operational by June 21. This state-of-the-art lift will complement the 100 MT lift currently working at Newport Shipyard and will replace the 300 MT lift, which has handled a majority of the large yachts since its purchase 12 years ago. "We are looking forward to our new Travelift's arrival at the end of this month and anticipate attracting new business to Newport by operating the largest Travelift in the northeast," said Eli Dana, dockmaster of Newport Shipyard. "We hope by upgrading our haul-out capacity, super yachts will make Newport a destination…

The 5th edition of the international nautical fair, the Adriatic Boat Show is currently being held in the historic harbor of the old Šibenik town, and runs untill the 12th of May. This new attractive location opens a new dimension of the touristic and nautical growth of Šibenik and Croatia. The show offers a rich and interesting exhibiting, congress and entertainment program. The organizer of the Adriatic Boat Show is NCP – Nautical Center Prgin. Captain Mike ONeill of superyacht Penny Mae, the largest yacht at the show, tells SYT: "M/Y Penny Mae is becoming a regular on the Adriatic charter scene and is on display at the show for the first time. Her summer charter calendar is booking up fast, which will see her frequenting…

Camper & Nicholsons Michael Rafferty, Fraser Yachts and Moran Yacht & Ship have just confirmed the sale of the 47.5m (156’) custom built super yacht Rochade by Delta Marine. Delivered new in 2011, Rochade is truly one of the finest yachts on the market. Her striking exterior and luxurious interior are the work of the Delta Design Group, built with composite hull and fibreglass superstructure. Her beautiful and contemporary Asian style interior accommodates up to 10 guests in five spacious and elegant suites. She also offers room for 10 yacht crew, to ensure relaxing effortless vacations. In keeping with the impeccably high standards of the yacht , the impressive master suite houses a king-sized bed and large flat screen T.V. The bathrooms are modern and stylish…

Currently being completed at the Blohm+Voss facilities in Hamburg with the support of the best industry subcontractors, the 82 metre superyacht Graceful is in its final stages before being put in the water in October. “The owner’s desire to work with the shipyard has turned out to be a winning solution and we are looking forward to another collaboration with the shipyard soon”, says Werner Dörries, CEO of Dörries Maritime Services. Thanks to a combined project management team consisting of the Owner’s representative, Dörries Maritime Services (DMS) and Blohm+Voss, the build time of this fully custom yacht will be only 3 years delivery for the end of 2013. The sleek exterior and classic interior is designed by H2 Yacht Design. Unique features include an impressive…