Sophie Spicknell

FSG Nobiskrug has announced that they have received several offers from potential investors, following its applications for insolvency in December 2024. Applications for insolvency were filed for Nobiskrug in Rendsburg and FSG (Flensburger Schiffbau-Gesellschaft) in Flensburg, both owned by Lars Windhorst's Tennor Group. The companies affected included FSG-Nobiskrug Holding GmbH, Flensburger Schiffbau-Gesellschaft mbH, Nobiskrug Yachts GmbH and FSG Nobiskrug Design GmbH. Read: Nobiskrug and FSG search for investors amid insolvencyThe district courts of Flensburg and Neumünster appointed lawyers Christoph Morgen and Hendrik Gittermann as provisional insolvency administrators, with the duo confirming that several offers have been received from potential industry investors in Germany. “Negotiations with interested parties are well advanced, both for the Rendsburg and Flensburg sites,” said Gittermann. However, he cautioned that a complete and immediate resumption of production at the beginning of February under new management is unlikely, as maintenance work, TÜV inspections and insurance coverage, must be addressed before operations can fully restart.The

Overmarine has announced the launch of two yachts; the third 39.2-metre Mangusta Oceano 39 yacht and the tenth 33.3-metre Mangusta GranSport 33 yacht.

The 31.75-metre Benetti motor yacht Coconuts sold in a deal with Edward Kay of Kay Yachting introducing the buyer and Daria Pop and Dennis Frederiksen of Fraser Monaco representing the seller.

The 50.5-metre Trinity superyacht Sapphire is being offered for auction on 15 February with Boathouse Auctions represented by Wes Sanford and Sean

Sanlorenzo has announced a collaboration with MAN engines for the first bi-fuel green methanol 50 X-Space yacht. Unveiled during boot Düsseldorf, this groundbreaking collaboration aims to reduce navigation emissions by up to 70 percent and is scheduled for launch in 2027.First announced in October 2024 as part of the Life Mystic project, a collaboration with Nanni Industries and Ranieri Tonissi, the project involves adapting high-speed MAN diesel engines and Nanni generators to operate on a green methanol/diesel combination. Read: Sanlorenzo to build first green methanol bi-fuel superyacht Life Mystic by 2027Massimo Perotti, Executive Chairman and CEO of the Sanlorenzo Group, stated: “Today, the choice in favour of sustainable mobility and yachting is not optional. Innovation has always been a core value of Sanlorenzo and the 50 X-Space project will set a new benchmark for sustainability in the yachting industry, benefitting not only the sector, but beyond.” This initiative forms part of Sanlorenzo's ambitious "Road to

Ocean Independence has announced the opening of a new office in Dubai. The new location at Dubai Harbour Marina will serve as the company's 16th

The evidentiary hearing for the 106.1-metre seized Lürssen superyacht Amadea began yesterday (21 January) in the US to determine her ownership.

Columbus Yachts has announced the launch of the first 47-metre Columbus Atlantique 47 superyacht Acqua Chiara. Construction on Acqua Chiara began in 2021, following the announcement of her sale in November 2021. Designed by Milan-based Hot Lab, Acqua Chiara follows their “Architecture for Voyagers” philosophy, an approach to designing yachts with a renewed balance between style and luxury. Read: Hot Lab: Architecture for VoyagersWith an interior volume of 499 GT, Acqua Chiara boasts an open-plan design, with her main saloon centered around relaxation. She features a modern interior design with leather, white and dark marble and glass and mosaic in different shades and patterns throughout, all of which has been crafted by Sicis. With a versatile layout, Acqua Chiara can comfortably accommodate up to 10 guests, as well as a crew of nine. Her master stateroom is situated on the main deck, while two king-size staterooms and two twin staterooms, all with private bathrooms in

The 27.9-metre Jade motor yacht Mocean sold in an in-house deal with Drettmann Yachts broker Yannick Altevolmer introducing the buyer and Albert Drettmann representing the seller.

The 27.58-metre De Vries Lentsch sailing yacht Nostromo has sunk off the coast of Galle in Sri Lanka after years of neglect. Launched in 1951 from Amsterdam, the Netherlands, by Amsterdamsche Scheepwerf G. de Vries Lentsch Jr, Nostromo has had many names over the years including, Arc, Electra I, Hydra Isle, Sea Rover, Buchall, Huntress, Vagabondia and Bellini.Nostromo features exterior design and naval architecture by US-based designer Philip L Rhodes and was refurbished in 1967. Constructed with a steel hull and superstructure, the ketch yacht features teak and mahogany decks.Nostromo was famously owned by American–French citizen and former French intelligence officer Hervé Jaubert and made headlines in February 2018 when she was used by Dubai's Princess Latifa to escape the country. The yacht was returned to international waters near the Indian coast by a joint India–Emirates operation on 4 March 2018. Nostromo was allegedly badly damaged during the attack and it was reported that