Atlantic Yacht And Ship Archive Category: Yachting News

Oceanco has been known for producing some of the most stunning superyachts to ever hit the open seas. With sleek and aggressive lines they have eye-catching profiles. Combine that with the thought that goes into their design and layout, with features such as their spacious cockpit decks and amazing on board pools, and you have some of the most impressive yachts ever built. Steven Spielberg is a fan and in 2010 he took delivery of his 282' Oceanco yacht, "7 Seas." The aft cockpit deck features a... Read More

In case you missed the news at the Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show last month, there's a new toy class boat that eliminates docking delays in a uniquely innovative way. Iguana Yachts unveiled the Iguana 24, an amphibious boat offering a revolutionary solution for the future of yachting. Iguana Yachts obviates the need for marina berths or unwieldy trailers by equipping their high performance boats with tracks that allow them to emerge from the water onto dry land. What a great tender! The ingenious tracks, controlled through... Read More

Having just enjoyed a summer of acclaim and recognition from launching their first Bilgin 160 Classic yacht named "M&M", which received a lot of attention at the Cannes and Monaco Yacht Shows, Bilgin has announced that we can look forward to two new construction projects. (Of course, if you are looking for a used brokerage Bilgin Yacht you should take a look at this 131' Bilgin that was launched in 2012.) The first new project will be the Bilgin 147 which is a 45 meter yacht featuring... Read More

As more and more people begin to enjoy increasingly larger yachts, the demand for deeper water canals and deep water dockage has been increasing alongside it. Down in Fort Lauderdale, FL, there has been a lot of excitement over the Dania Cut off canal dredging project which brings the operating depth of the canal from 10 to 17 feet. This canal gives access to some of the larger boat repair facilities as well as our docks at Harbour Towne Marina which is where our waterside service department is located.... Read More

The iconic British brand Jaguar has created a speedboat concept to compliment their already established automobile styling. Featuring several of the classic Jaguar design hallmarks, this speedboat will be small enough to be towed behind your Jaguar yet still feature a two cabin, one head layout. At just over 20 feet, we can also expect some performance out of her which also lines up with the automobile manufacturer's style. Forward, the bow of the boat seamlessly leads into the windshield for a super slick profile. She will... Read More

The majestic tall ships, Amerigo Vespucci and the Maltese Falcon were the guests of honor at the 52nd Annual Genoa Boat Show.  The two large three masted sailing ships met for the first time at this most important Italian boat show.  Both are over 80 meters in length, with the Maltese Falcon measuring 88m and the Amerigo Vespucci at 82m. The Turkish built Maltese Falcon represents a quantum leap in sailing technology. Her 2,400 square meters of sails can maneuvered by a single person in just six... Read More

Imagine yourself reeling in a 200 pound plus Bigeye Tuna or perhaps a Yellowfin or Albacore.  Maybe Mahi, Swordfish, or Marlin are more your preference.  They are all running offshore up and down the Eastern Seaboard.  Now picture yourself in a Custom Carolina Sportfish, designed to handle the roughest of seas in comfort and style... Atlantic Yacht and Ship has the Sportfish for you!  We have the vessel to meet your needs and budget - from the 70 Holton Custom Carolina to the 36 Yellowfin Center Console.  Atlantic Yacht and Ship, Inc. has been serving... Read More

Looking for a new city to dock your superyacht?  How about the historical city of Barcelona, Spain?  The Barcelona Nautical Cluster was launched at the 2012 Monaco Yacht Show; the Cluster is a vehicle for promoting the city to Superyachts. In the center of the cluster is the ambitious project of Port Vell which will when completed see berthing alongside for yachts up to 180 meters. The three inaugural members of the Barcelona Nautical Cluster are Marina Barcelona 92 (MB92), the refit and repair shipyard, Marina Port... Read More

Sunseeker International will unveil the latest additions to line of luxury motor yachts with the help of Formula 1 driver Jenson Button.  On Friday, September 14  the 2009 Formula 1 world champion driver Jenson Button will be joined by former team owner Eddie Jordan at the PSP Southampton Boat Show to celebrate the global launching of the Sunseeker Portofino 40 and Predator 80 yachts. Topping the bill at Southampton will be the UK premiere of the eagerly awaited new Predator 80 alongside the all new Portofino 40. ... Read More

Our headquarter sales office is located dock-side along the Dania Cut Off Canal, just south of Port Everglades, in the yachting capital of the world, Fort Lauderdale, FL. Last October we were excited to hear that a dredging project was approved that will bring the controlled operating depth of the canal from 10 to 17 feet. We now know that Lucas Marine of Stuart, FL has taken the dredging deal valued at $6.3M and will be responsible for the dredge after 15 years of permitting and planning.... Read More