Lürssen launch 114.20m project – ‘Cosmos’
Over the coming months, Lürssen personnel will outfit her in a neighborhood facility as the company’s own docks are either occupied or undergoing structural modernisation work themselves.
Marc Newson is the exterior and interior designer of the vessel, and she will be the first Lürssen yacht to feature fuel cell technology on board – first highlighted by the Company in 2021.
Lift Foils launch 4th gen eFoil
Lift Foils, the creator of the first commercial eFoil has launched the innovative LIFT4. LIFT4 is the quietest eFoil ever created and features a technological breakthrough in battery life allowing riders to be out on the water longer –and explore further– than ever before, at a fraction of the charging time of any other eFoil available on the market.
Lift Foils Founder and CEO Nick Leason said, “Being the designer and the rider, offers a closed-loop experience where you can really hone in on what you’re feeling and why you are feeling it. Riding an eFoil is not only about going out and surfing, but also about silencing your mind, getting into a flow state, and connecting with nature.”
Developed in-house by the company’s engineers, the new Gen4 batteries deliver the best experience possible on and off the water. It also offers a new state-of-the-art battery management system that optimizes the performance and the efficiency of each ride, extending the lifespan of the battery overall.
Electric boating Navia start-up raises €250k seed round funding
Navia will commence production of their electric boats with €250k seed funding secured. Navia plans to provide a turnkey solution for established rental companies. Their diversified B2B model will partner with fleet managers across the Mediterranean, and provide the key infrastructure to enable the spread of electric boating.
The Oyster 495, named European Yacht of the Year 2023, takes the leading role in film series.
From drawing board to bluewater cruising, this series follows the build of the newest addition to the Oyster fleet. With unprecedented behind-the-scenes access, episodes were filmed at the Oyster Yachts facility in Hythe, Southampton, and at sea.
Shirley Robertson, the double Olympic gold medalist, shares her unique perspective and interviews critical people involved in the award-winning yacht’s design, development and build. Oyster Yachts’ owner Richard Hadida, project manager Andrew Martin, lead designer Chris Lock, naval architects Rob and Tom Humphreys, joinery managers, interior designers, and many more are interviewed by Shirley as she unveils the story of the Oyster 495.
Karpaz Gate Marina marks full resort launch
Ahead of the debut season of its expanded full-resort facilities, Karpaz Gate Marina -the first international-standard marina resort in North Cyprus- has carried out significant investment to add new leisure facilities to complement its boutique hotel, hammam, spa, Beach Club and restaurants.
Offered alongside a high standard of berthing and technical services, the extra amenities create a leading East Mediterranean home port and a unique, stylish destination for boaters wishing to discover the protected Karpaz peninsula and surrounding cruising region.
Additional client facilities include access to ‘The Gallery’, comprising a 20m indoor pool and jacuzzi, a new gym and corporate conference rooms. Access to the Karpaz Gate Marina Yacht Club, with lounge, kitchen, play area and a meeting room are also included.
CONSTRUCTION OF THE FULL CUSTOM TANKOA T580 CONTINUES. LAUNCH CONFIRMED FOR 2024
The Tankoa Yachts boutique shipyard in Genoa is bustling with activity following the recent arrival of the T580 “World Wide Explorer”. The yacht sailed to the shipyard with an already assembled hull and superstructure; the engines and generators were also present and mounted on board. The 58-metre yacht with sporty lines, designed by Francesco Paszkowski (and Margherita Casprini, who collaborated on the interior design), is a full-custom project, designed for long voyages and with a range of over 5,000 nautical miles.
“This new yacht, our first 58m, is the result of years of collaboration between the Paszkowski studio and Tankoa,” says Eva Orsi, President of Tankoa Yachts. “I am proud of this new project, which for the owner represents an evolution of their previous 50m yacht. Its timeless profile, combined with some cutting-edge solutions, is the result of teamwork that involved the client, the designer and the shipyard, delivering a yacht that is the best combination of elegance and functionality. This build confirms Tankoa’s reputation as a boutique shipyard.”
Superyacht Technology Network welcomes new investor
Leading technology event company, Superyacht Technology Network, announced an investment by superyacht industry expert, Will Faimatea, who has acquired a 42% shareholding of its company for an undisclosed sum. He will take no formal executive position but act as an advisor/consultant, bringing nearly 30 years of experience from the world of superyacht technology innovation.
The investment will support the company’s goal to expand its operations with the highly successful Superyacht Technology Show at its core. The 2024 Show will quadruple in size in response to industry demand and include a 500-delegate capacity conference of TECHtalks from both the superyacht and technology industries.
The financial investment will fund the expansion of the company’s operational team to service anticipated sales to new exhibitors from engineering, engine and green technology businesses. These will be accommodated in dedicated halls in addition to the well-established AV/IT/VSAT halls.
Further expansion for Moravia Yachting
The Palma de Mallorca team at Moravia Yachting has further expanded this month, as the Monaco-based company has announced the recruitment of Tim Carbury, an experienced superyacht broker. Tim will join existing Palma-based sales broker Sam Tucker to help secure central agencies and assist in the sale of yachts across the Balearics and beyond.
“I’m delighted to have joined Moravia,” comments Carbury. “I’ve kept a close eye on this company’s growth and have been encouraged by their proactive and client-centric approach. It’s a company I’m confident I can make a real difference to and I have a firm belief in its future as one of the leading superyacht sales and charter companies.”
Moravia Yachting advances its position further still, with the exhibition of 34m MY SOLIS in this month’s Palma Superyacht Village. The full-custom motor yacht, built by Mulder Shipyard, is listed for sale with Moravia’s Sam Tucker and Roy Posthuma.
