Atlantic Yacht And Ship Archive Category: <span>Yachting News</span>

Atlantic Yacht And Ship Archive Category: Yachting News

New Sunseeker Yachts and more, unveiled at 2013 London Boat Show January 14, 2013

It's been an exciting year for Sunseeker Yachts and they are keeping the momentum into 2013 with two announcements at the London Boat Show. The impressive stand will boast 11 yachts from the Sunseeker range led by the stunning Predator 68 and the all-new San Remo which will be making their international premiere in London this January.  Joining the newest additions to the Sunseeker range will be the largest and most expensive boat on show at London; the 115 Sport Yacht alongside the Sunseeker 28 Metre Yacht,... Read More

The latest yacht toy – the JetLev water jet pack!

One of the coolest yacht toys to hit the market is the JetLev water jet pack which lets you fly 30 feet high for 3 hours! Your flight begins as a 200 horsepower marine engine pumps water up a 33-foot hose at over 1,000 gallons-per-minute, generating over 420 pounds of thrust. When the water reaches the ultra-light backpack, it's directed through two nozzles at up to 60 PSI. Aiming the nozzles creates smooth, stable turns. And the motorcycle-style throttle lets you climb, dive and hover up to 30... Read More

Steve Jobs’ Feadship Yacht “Venus” is en route to the United States

News has come that Steve Jobs' yacht, "Venus," has set sail en route to her new home in the United States. She is currently located in the main port of Tenerife, off of Morocco in the Canary Islands, and one can only assume that she is preparing to venture across the Atlantic ocean. Although all Feadship yachts are impressive, this yacht has a unique profile that makes yachting enthusiasts take a second look. At 230, and with lots of windows nestled into the crisp profile, this yacht... Read More

Steve Jobs Superyacht Released December 27, 2012

A superyacht build for the late Steve Jobs that was being held by the Dutch authorities in Amsterdam was released on Monday after his estate paid a deposit to resolve a dispute with designer Philippe Starck. “The Venus is no longer impounded, we have found a solution,” Gerard Moussault, a Hague-based lawyer for the Jobs estate, told AFP. “A security deposit was paid into a bank account, but I cannot say for how much,” Moussault said after French designer Starck last week asked Amsterdam bailiffs to seize... Read More

Latest Yacht Toy – Origami Inspired Folding Kayak December 6, 2012

Yachting enthusiasts are always looking for the latest and greatest in toys and gadgets. And many yachts can be seen cruising around the world with kayaks strapped to the flybridge or forward on the bow. Well not anymore. One of the latest yachting toys to come on the market is a folding kayak by Oru. Inspired by origami, this kayak folds nearly flat to help free up deck space and restore the beautiful profile of your vessel. Weighing in a just 25 pounds, this kayak comes out of a... Read More

SOLD – The second 220′ Sea Axe Yacht Support Vessel December 5, 2012

At 220' (aka 67 meters), the largest version of the Sea Axe (which is the Sea Axe 6711) provides for an unparalleled level of support and service for your yacht no matter what you are up to around the world. With just under 1,200 square feet of exterior deck space, just under 500 square feet of interior deck space,  and comfortable accommodations for up to 21 crew and staff, this vessel is the ultimate "garage" for all your toys. The first 67M Sea Axe was delivered this past Spring,... Read More

Countdown until the Sydney to Hobart yacht race 2012 November 28, 2012

Every year since 1945 some of the best sailors from around the world meet up with yacht enthusiasts to try their hand at the Sydney to Hobart sail yacht race. Hosted by the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia  the race starts in Sydney, Australia on Boxing Day and finishes up approximately 630 nautical miles south at Hobart, Tasmania. Run in co-operation with the Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania, this race is considered to be one of the most difficult yacht races in the world. Originally the race was planned to... Read More

CRN shipyard launches the CRN 125 yacht J’Ade

CRN shipyard is an Italian yacht manufacturer that lives up to the experience and quality that Italy is known for when it comes to yacht construction. Founded in Ancona in 1963, and part of the Ferretti Group since 1999, CRN is recognized to be one of the principal world yacht builders in steel, aluminum, and composity. Professional approach, advanced technology, and accurate design have lead to CRN yachts being found on seas all over the world. They are known for having a close relationship between the shipyard and client throughout the... Read More

Superyacht builder Oceanco to double it’s capacity November 21, 2012

Since 1987, the superyacht manufacturer Oceanco has been delivering some of the most stunning yachts to have ever been built. Many have smooth and futuristic lines which, along with their state-of-the-art approach, makes them known for some truely impressive yachts. One of their signature features is a very large infinity swimming pool on the aft cockpit deck that goes through the transom. They have a long list of notable owners from around the world including Steven Spielberg who built "7 Seas," a 282' Oceanco yacht. Their success is evident as... Read More

Benefits of registering yachts in Florida – $18k tax cap November 13, 2012

Regardless of if you own a quality center console boat like an Intrepid or if you own a superyacht and do pleasure cruising, there are many owners who like to fly an American flag from the stern of their yachts. Yet for years owners have been registering their vessels in foreign countries in order to get the benefits offered by that country which many times included tax advantages. However, now in Florida there is sales tax cap that allows owners to benefit from US registration at an... Read More

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