Bill Springer

This sounds a little crazy but, I have a crush on CRN 's new full-custom 229-foot-long yacht that was launched at the Ferretti Group's superyacht shipyard in Ancona, Italy recently.

Walker's Cay in the Bahamas is selling marina slips and has announced significant development plans

Heesen Yachts, under new ownership, unveils Project Ananda, a 236-foot Smart Custom superyacht designed with Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design for 2030 delivery. This new direction emphasizes evolving owner priorities: privacy, flexibility, and wellness. The design features a softer exterior, adaptable owner's deck options, and a second master suite for multi-generational use. A discreet shell door and glass elevator ensure private guest access. A seamless travertine pool deck and an expansive, dedicated spa with advanced wellness facilities highlight the focus on integrated well-being. Interiors will be customized in-house. Built of steel with hybrid propulsion, construction begins November 2026.

Summary The prestigious Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta recently concluded at the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda in Porto Cervo, signaling the start of the Mediterranean superyacht season.

Do you want to know just how opulent the never-seen-before-in-the-media interior of the 344-foot-long sailing superyacht Black Pearl really is?

According to multiple news sources, the 465-foot-long superyacht NORD (that was built by Lurssen in Germany and designed by Nuvolari Lenard in Italy) recently passed through the Strait of Hormuz from Dubai to Muscat, Oman.

American entrepreneur Mike Schwartz, alongside multihull expert Karl Reed, has launched VMG to revolutionize high-performance offshore cruising trimarans. Their company is building the VMG 53, a 53-foot, all-carbon-fiber vessel designed in partnership with legendary VPLP Design. This innovative trimaran aims to combine world-class design, practical cruising, and true sailing performance. Unique features include twin auxiliary engines for superior maneuverability and safety, and lightweight carbon construction for aggressive performance goals. Hull #1 is currently under construction in South Africa, with a December launch planned, inviting prospective owners to witness its creation.

The VMG 53 is a new 53-foot high performance cruising trimaran designed in partnership with legendary VPLP Design

The Ferretti Group launched its summer yachting season with an exclusive owners' event on the stunning Amalfi Coast, hosted at the five-star Borgo Santandrea. The weekend celebrated Italian summer and yachting, commencing with the opening of a new Riva Lounge and a welcome from CEO Stassi Anastassov. A highlight was the unveiling of the new Riva 54METRI, the largest Riva ever built, designed by Officina Italiana Design and Ferretti Group Engineering. This flagship superyacht boasts expansive outdoor areas, including a large stern platform with a pool and an innovative bow design, emphasizing connection to water and privacy. The event featured a multi-course dinner, live music, dancers, and a high-tech drone show, showcasing the group's diverse fleet.

Sanlorenzo has unveiled the new SL80A, an under-80-foot yacht that distills the brand's historic SL line qualities into a contemporary vessel. Designed by Zuccon International Project, it aims to offer the openness, refinement, and liveability of significantly larger yachts. A key innovation is its evolved asymmetric architecture, which expands the port side interior volume by up to 20% by moving the starboard passageway, enhancing onboard space, light, and comfort. CEO Tommaso Vincenzi highlights its ability to concentrate quality and design, attracting a new generation of owners. The yacht features four guest cabins, including a full-beam owner's suite, and a luminous main deck with full-height glazing. Interiors boast a warm, contemporary feel with Thai walnut and unique "Azteca" parquet, emphasizing conviviality and a strong Sanlorenzo identity.