Atlantic Yacht And Ship Archive Category: Custom Motor Yacht

When young C.N. “Connie” Ray founded Sea Ray Boats in 1959, he began a tradition of innovation and advanced design that would eventually redefine the face of the yachting industry. Ray's dealer-based approach to growing his company was unique in the boat building industry, but it was Sea Ray's 1975 Sundancer line and its impact on powerboat styles that earned the company its prominent place in the history of the yachting world. Sea Ray has grown from modest beginnings to become the largest manufacturer of superior quality... Read More

“One of a Kind. One at a Time.” That is more than just a slogan to Intrepid Powerboats; it is the unifying principle of this inventive company. From the launch of their first boat in 1983, Intrepid put the industry on notice it was determined to carve its own niche in the powerboat and yacht market, and by offering unmatchable customization and innovative features, it has done exactly that. No Intrepid is alike; each one is ordered, built and customized one precisely satisfied customer at time. All... Read More

Since the beginning, Jack Hargrave was unusual boat builder in that he took ideas and advice from crews, captains, owners, decorators, designers, and other craftsmen based on their experiences. Jack Hargrave started his career as crew aboard yachts and so he had a real appreciation for the hands on experience that can only come from experienced crew. He implemented the best suggestions from each group that would make living aboard a luxury yacht easier and more pleasant. That idea of listening to what people want has grown... Read More

The Washington Post reported a growing trend in wealthy Russians and their interest in luxury yachts, with a sharp increase in million-dollar boats purchased in the past year. Chris Weafer, expert on Russia's business elite and chief strategist for investment bank Uralsib, says yachts are this year's must-have toy for Russia's business elite. Russian businessman Roman Abrahamovich, who is the 3rd richest man in Russia and the 50th richest man in the world according to the 2010 Forbes list with an estimated fortune of $11.2 billion, already... Read More

The motor yacht Eclipse is currently under construction and is set to become the world's largest yacht when she is completed and delivered later this year. The details of the superyacht are kept extremely private, but rumors are flying that the owner of the world's largest yacht is Russian billionaire Roman Abrahamovich. The Eclipse first hit the water in June 2009 and is currently being built at the Blohm + Voss Hamburg shipyard in Germany with interiors by the world-renowned London company Terence Disdale Design. The length... Read More

For those who love all that is yachts, it was an exquisite treat to see a luxury motor yacht of massive proportions propelling its way from Blohm & Voss Shipyards recently on what is assumed to be a test run.  The event has become quite newsworthy due to the fact that the buyer of this colossal luxury yacht remains a mystery.  Because the custom motor yacht will snag the title of the largest luxury yacht on the globe, many are very intrigued to find out who the... Read More

The economic downturn has had a tremendous impact that has been felt around the world. At Atlantic Yacht & Ship, we have noticed an increase in the sales of previously owned motor yachts, sportfishers and other quality boats. With reduced pricing on pre-owned and meticulously cared for yachts, our clients are realizing that the timing has never been better to invest in the boat of their dreams! In recent months, sales for pre-owned Sunseeker yachts, Westports and more have exploded with buyers taking advantage of the reduced... Read More

Selecting the right yacht broker and brokerage for you means asking around, and asking questions. At Atlantic Yacht & Ship, we are here to connect your questions with comprehensive and informative answers-answers that will set you sailing smoothly toward your dream of owning a quality motor yacht. Atlantic Yacht & Ship has cultivated a reputation based on 50 years of experience serving the South Florida yachting community, giving them the ability to pass the advantages and resources of their knowledge on to their clients. The clients at... Read More

Atlantic Yacht and Ship has enjoyed an upsurge in the sales of Sport Fish vessels during the spring of 2009. With the decrease in fuel prices and the slight improvement in the economy, more anglers are taking advantage of the great deals available on sport fishing vessels. Sport Fishing is an exhilarating lifestyle, anglers love the freedom and the excitement of big game fishing on the open ocean or intracoastal waterways of South Florida and the surrounding islands. The waters of South Florida and the surrounding islands,... Read More

If you ever are one of the many who have long dreamed of owning a yacht, or of retiring at sea, now is the time to act.  Do not let the current market pass you by!  According to Mack Carroll II, Co-owner of Atlantic Yacht & Ship in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, “If you ever wanted to purchase a boat, now is that time.  Never in the history of our business have there been so many generous deals on such a variety of nautical products in astounding amounts. ... Read More