For the 28th edition at the brand new Dubai Harbour, the 2022 Dubai Yacht Show will return from March 8th to March 12th, featuring an extensive fleet of boats and luxury lifestyle items. Following cancellations caused by the Coronavirus epidemic, the 2022 edition is the first in two years.
What is the Dubai Yacht Show?
The Dubai International Boat Show is the largest and most well-known boat show in the United Arab Emirates and the Middle East. It brings together exhibitors and visitors in a spectacular environment, surrounded by the most cutting-edge boat technology and design. Whether you are a buyer looking to make a purchase, an exhibitor wanting to meet new clients, or simply a boat fanatic, it should be on your radar.
Where is the 2022 Dubai Boat Show taking place?
The 2022 Dubai Yacht show is taking place at a new location. The boating event was previously hosted along the Dubai Canal, but this year it will be held at brand new Dubai Harbour, one of the largest marinas in the region.
How many boats are attending?
Every year, the Dubai International Boat Show attracts a wide range of vessels. With close to 500 boats set to attend, the line-up for 2022 will be as exciting as ever. With a huge array of vessels on exhibit, from spectacular superyachts and tenders to elegant pleasure cruisers and fishing boats, there is something for every nautical enthusiast.
Alongside the fleet of yachts, many esteemed shipyards from all over the globe will be in attendance. They will showcase their fleets, unveil new concepts and provide visitors with information about their boats.
What to expect DIBS?
As well as the yachts, the Dubai boat show also has a strong focus on showcasing the latest water toys and state-of-the-art gadgets. At the lagoon, attendees can try a variety of toys and watch the exciting water toy competitions – Providing further entertainment for visitors. Amongst other attractions for guests include a dive pool, allowing visitors to try out scuba diving in a controlled setting.
Three exclusive launches taking place at the boating event:
The 158m Lurssen superyacht, Project Blue, launched this morning at the Lurssen’s Bremen shipyard. The vessel, which has a volume of 15,32o GT, is set to become the fifth-longest superyacht in the world and the second-longest Lurssen, after Dilbar.
During construction, Project Blue has been largely kept under wraps with little information available regarding the superyacht. Pictures released at the launch provide a first look at the enormous vessel.
In images captured, the superyacht can be seen sporting two helicopter landing sites, one at the bow and a smaller helipad aft.
Additionally, there is a spacious alfresco entertaining area on each of the four upper decks, as well as a swimming platform connected to a beach club.
The Electric Yachts Driving Innovation in the Superyacht Industry
Electric Yachts: Are they the future?
With an ever-increasing demand for sustainable solutions in the superyacht industry, hybrid propulsion systems are becoming a standard for shipbuilders when designing new builds. However, how much further can this go? Are there any completely electric vessels? Is it even possible? We are taking a look at the electric yachts that are driving innovation in the superyacht industry.
Silent Yachts – Silent 80
Silent Yachts is one of the most prolific companies striving to deliver environmentally conscious vessels that do not sacrifice any luxury. The Silent 80, their flagship model represents everything they are trying to achieve as a company. With the 24m yacht contributing zero emissions whilst providing guests with peaceful noiseless cruising, the appeal of a guilt-free cruising experience is certainly easy to see. The slick design of the Silent 80 inspires visions of the future and what electric yachts could look like in the coming years.
Alva Yachts – Ocean Eco 90
Alva Yachts offer a wide range of eco-friendly yachts from the 15m eco-cruise 50 to their flagship model, Ocean Eco 90 which measures 27.5m in length. The Eco 90 is available as either fully-electric or hybrid-diesel propulsion. The cruising speed of the vessel is 8-10 knots, whilst the top speed pushes 16 knots. The vessel is designed to recharge quickly, to ensure owners can spend less time at standstill, and more time exploring. Alongside this, an exterior made to withstand all weather conditions makes the Ocean Eco 90 even more desirable for far-out excursions.
Tesla Electric Yacht – Model Y
Tesla’s Model Y superyacht has been a topic of conversation ever since the concept was unveiled in November 2017. The fully-electric yacht is sleek, with a long tip that makes the vessel aerodynamic and stylish. Whilst the potential build date of the 40m boat is unknown, when it arrives it is sure to hugely impact the superyacht world.
Project L – Thierry Gaugain
Thierry Gaugain’s impressive superyacht concept Project L was recently listed for sale, so it’s a matter of time before the spectacular vessel is snapped up. The 120m superyacht features a hybrid-propulsion system, alongside boasting a handful of other energy conservation features. The inclusion of a diesel-electric hybrid propulsion system with azimuthing thrusters fore and aft helps achieve fewer emissions. The superyacht also has a high-capacity waste management system to support her autonomy. In addition, she will glide through the water silently. This is due to her low drag and seamless lines, which ensure low noise and vibration.
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Bilgin Yacht has announced the technical launch of Project 243, a 74m superyacht. The vessel is set to feature external lines and interior design by Unique Yacht Design.
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The six-deck superyacht consists of sleek lines that allow spacious and comfortable living areas are well-reflected in her interior design. The enormous size of 243 will offer the owner and their guests multiple living areas whilst sailing around the world.
The vessel features a lounge on the upper deck, a saloon on the bridge deck, and a living room, complete with a 16-person dining table on the main deck. Also on the main deck is the owner’s suite, which features a jacuzzi, office space, and a private lounge. Further sleeping quarters include a VIP cabin and four guest cabins. The crew area is located on the lower deck.
The Bilgin Yacht Superyacht Project 243 will be powered by twin 1,920 kW main engines, allowing the yacht to touch 17 knots at top speed. She has a cruising range of around 5,000 nautical miles at a speed of 12 knots.
Bilgin 243 will now finish outfitting in the West Istanbul Marina. She is due to be delivered to her owner in 2024.
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Why You Should Visit Thailand By Superyacht In 2022
Thailand has always been a popular destination to visit. With tropical temperatures and scenery ranging from mountain peaks to golden-sand beaches, it’s easy to see why. With fresh news of the country becoming the world’s third superyacht destination, we are listing some of the top reasons to plan a February trip to Thailand.
Marvel at the natural beauty
Thailand offers a wealth of natural beauty for visitors. In the North of the country are high mountains and dramatic scenery. Here, you can also find one of Thailand’s most popular national parks, Doi Inthanon. It is famous for its waterfalls, trails, bird-watching, and spectacular viewpoints. The park is also home to Doi Inthanon Mountain, Thailand’s highest mountain which has an elevation of 2,565 metres asl.
One of Thailand’s lesser-known beauties is Morakot Cave, which resides in the Gulf of Thailand on Ko Muk Island. The cavern, which is lined with stalactites leads to a gorgeous sheltered cove covered with dense foliage. You have to be prepared to travel through the dark cave to reach this secret hideaway, but that is part of what makes it a truly inspiring place. If you’re lucky you may see the inhabitant monkeys
Some other highlights of the country’s natural beauty include:
Kui Buri National Park – This beautiful park lies to the West of Thailand and is regarded as the best place to spot wild elephants in the country.
Similan Islands – An archipelago off the coast of Southern Thailand that boasts crystal waters, beautiful beaches, and coral reefs.
Freedom Beach – A secluded paradise found on the west coast of Phuket, Freedom Beach is a 300m stretch of white sand that sits between lush jungle and deep blue waters.
Enjoy the sunshine
February falls in the middle of Thailand’s dry season, which spans from November to early April. The dry season is generally considered the best time to visit Thailand. As well as being dry, it’s also the hottest time of year in Thailand, with temperatures ranging between 32-36 with up to nine hours of sunshine a day on average.
Following monsoon season in …, Thailand’s landscape is lush and vibrant. This makes visiting at this time of year especially exciting as you can see a huge array of the country’s flora. Consider visiting in early February to catch the end of Thailand’s sunflower season, for example. The best places to see the sunflower fields are in Lop Buri and Saraburi, just a short drive northeast of Bangkok.
Visit Thailand for the 2022 Thai Yacht Show
For those looking for a fun day out, look no further than the 2022 Thai Yacht Show, which is taking place in March. With over 50 yachts and 100 brands on display, visitors will be spoilt for choice during the four-day event, enjoy many activities from live music to sailing lessons. The event takes place in Phuket which, which experiences some of the highest temperatures in the country in March. You can find out more about the Yacht Show here.
Ferretti Celebrate Their First Launch of 2022 Following Shipyard Fire
The Ferretti shipyard in Cattolica has celebrated the launch of a new build 780 model. The news comes just three weeks after a fire at the shipyard destroyed a 30m vessel that was under construction.
The Ferretti 780 Club B features warm and traditional colours found in the classic 780. Alongside this are walnut, brushed oak and Carrara marble furnishings. The classic materials achieve a sense of traditional luxury and comfort aboard the vessel. Outside, there are sofas designed exclusively for Ferretti by Roda to create a welcoming atmosphere for guests.
“At Cattolica, speed and quality go hand in hand. It is fantastic to see the Shipyard get back to full operational capacity in such a short time. I will never be able to adequately praise or thank all the people in the area and at Ferretti Yachts who have worked tirelessly to get us back to doing what we are famous for around the world: building and delivering dream yachts to our customers. Our thanks once again to the Municipal Administration and all the local authorities in this fantastic area,” commented Alberto Galassi, Ferretti Group CEO. “The launch of this Ferretti Yachts 780 CLUB B marks the return to our extraordinary normality. A few days from now we will also be launching a Ferretti Yachts 1000, our spectacular flagship, making it clear that the Cattolica Shipyard is more active and stronger than ever, ready to mark 2022 with many more magnificent projects.”
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Admiral Yachts Announce Sale of 82m Superyacht Project Skyfall
Admiral Yachts have announced the sale of the 82m superyacht Project Skyfall. The vessel will be the Italian shipyard’s second-largest new build to date, second to Hull 597 which measures 100m in length.
“After an extensive 3 years of shipyard research and searching for a yacht builder to entrust with the creation of his dream yacht, this highly experienced American owner of multiple superyachts finally decided to build with The Italian Sea Group’s Admiral,” commented Frank Grzeszczak Sr., head of Sales of the Americas for Admiral Yachts and President & Founder of FGI Yacht Group.
Project Skyfall will feature five decks, six staterooms and space to accommodate up to 12 guests and 28 crew members. The superyacht will also include a glass-fronted beach club and a 7.5m swimming pool for the guest’s relaxation. Elsewhere on the vessel is a helipad that can be transformed into an expansive party space, as well as an underwater cinema and 100 square metres of lounging space on each of the five decks.
Project Skyfall features a steel hull and aluminium superstructure and a design by Centro Stile. She is due for delivery in 2025.
CRN C138: 62m Vessel Celebrates Launch with Colourful Ceremony
The 62m CRN Project C138 has been sold by Monaco-based brokerage TWW Yachts. Following the sale, a private ceremony held at the Ferretti Group yard celebrated the ship’s launch.
The sky filled with confetti in a beautiful display to celebrate the launch of CRN’s Project C138. The vessel has been under construction for 3 years since its announcement in 2018.
The yacht, now called Rio, features a design and build by CRN and exterior architecture from Dutch studio, Omega Architects who also provided design for the recently sold Heesen Apollo. Rio’s interior showcases the design prowess of the Italian house Pulina Design.
Amongst the 4-deck superyacht features is a wellness retreat that lives on the lower deck. The space houses a beach club, massage room and fitness area for the health-conscious owner. Rio accommodates up to 12 guests over the owner’s suite and further 5 guest suites.
Following her launch, Project C138 joins a global fleet of over 400 CRN-made vessels. The Italian shipyard has established a reputation for quality and innovation since its inception in 1963. CRN currently has 4 yachts under construction, with Project 139 scheduled for delivery this year.
Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection to Launch 190m ‘Evrima’ in May 2022
Evrima, the first 190m cruise ship from the upcoming Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is due to launch in May 2022. Following numerous setbacks, the project, which was originally set to welcome passengers in 2020, will finally take to the water.
“While we are eager to welcome guests on board the Evrima, we have had to re-evaluate the timing of our first voyage given the rapidly changing circumstances and their impact on the Evrima’s completion,” said Douglas Prothero, CEO of the company. “We remain excited to set sail in the spring and thank our guests for their understanding and patience as we continue to navigate this unprecedented global environment.”
What caused delays to the cruise ship’s launch?
Initially, slowdowns at the Spanish shipyard where Evrima is being built caused delays. This pushed back the completion of the project by months. More recently, Covid-19 has caused delays all over the world, which has also affected the construction of Evrima. With the most recent launch date of May 2022, hopefully, there will be no more unforeseen complications.
How many guests can the hotel accommodate?
Once launched, the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection will provide luxury-seeking customers with the hotelier’s renowned service on a world-class yachting vacation. Voyages will typically range from seven to ten nights aboard, with the vessels accommodating up to 298 guests. The guests will stay in one of the yacht’s 149 suites, which all include a private terrace. Each ship will feature “personalised service, elevated dining and luxury amenities” for the guest’s comfort.
How many yachts will make up the Ritz-Carlton collection?
A total of three yachts will make up the company’s fleet. Back in 2017, Ritz-Carlton ordered three 190m eight-deck vessels. Although Evrima will launch this year, it is unknown when the following two ships will launch. When the first ship sets sail, itineraries will include calls in ports as diverse as Boston, Cartagena, Saint-Malo, Lisbon and Montreal. There will also be overnight calls, to allow guests to disembark and enjoy the surroundings ashore.
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Yacht Dilbar: Who Is the Billionaire Owner of the Superyacht?
The 156m Lurssen superyacht Dilbar is the largest motor yacht in the world by gross tonnage. Dilbar is worth a fortune and filled with countless luxuries, but who is the owner of the yacht, and how did they amass their fortune? Read on to find out.
The owner of Dilbar is Alisher Usmanov, one of Russia’s richest men. The Uzbek-born billionaire has a staggering net worth of £13.706bn. It’s with this immense fortune that he bought the 156m Dilbar in 2016. Based on her gross tonnage of 15,917, Dilbar is estimated to have a worth of between $800 and $1bn, making her one of the highest value superyachts in the world.
How did Alisher Usmanov get rich?
Alisher Usmanov is amongst the wealthiest citizens of Russia. He stands alongside billionaires like Roman Abramovich and Vladimir Putin (who owns a whole fleet of yachts himself). Over the years, Usmanov has accumulated his wealth through various ventures, ranging from selling plastic bags to being an early investor in Facebook. However, his high net worth is mostly due to his involvement in the mining and investment industries. Usmanov has shown no sign of slowing down, with his worth increasing by a substantial 1.726bn between 2020-2021. Importantly he makes sure to use his money to benefit others – of everyone on the Sunday Times Rich List he is by far the most charitable, giving almost £500m in the past year alone.
The Maltese Falcon was first commissioned in 2000, and after 6 years of construction, made her debut in 2006. After a refit in 2020, she is looking fresher than ever, ready to take her guests on adventures all over the globe. Considering her age, it is impressive how she still holds her own next to the more modern vessels built in recent years.
She’s a former record holder
At the time of her delivery, the Maltese Falcon held the title of the world’s largest sailing yacht. At 88m in length, her size was incredibly impressive. The superyacht held onto this accolade for 9 years until 2015, when Nobiskrug delivered the 143m Sailing Yacht A, ending the Maltese Falcon’s reign at the top. Nowadays, several sailing yachts are considerably bigger, including Oceanco’s Black Pearl, as well as Y721, which is due to be delivered in 2022.
She’s one of the largest yachts available to charter
At her sizeable 88m length, the Maltese Falcon is one of the largest sailing yachts available to charter. To enjoy the luxury aboard the vessel, up to 12 guests can expect to pay a whopping $400,000 per week. Facilities onboard include a full-deck masters suite and full-beam VIP suite. Additionally, there is space for an outdoor cinema on the sundeck and an inflatable water slide.
Her owner was a billionaire
The Maltese Falcon’s original owner was Thomas Perkins. Perkins was the owner of one of the most successful venture capital firms in the world. In 2014, Forbes estimated his net worth at an eye-watering $8bn. It was with this fortune that he commissioned the Maltese Falcon back in 2000. Before building the famous sailing yacht, Perkins already had an established relationship with Perini Navi, the shipyard that built the Maltese Falcon. The Italian shipyard had previously delivered the 43m Andromede la Dea in 1987. The vessel (which is now called Paz) was the second yacht ever built by Perini Navi.
She has a cinema onboard
Amongst the many luxuries found onboard, perhaps the most impressive amenity is a cinema. In mere moments, the lounging space at the bow of her sundeck transforms into a cinema. With comfortable lounge chairs and a projector beaming blockbusters onto her forward sail, Maltese Falcon is enough to satisfy any movie buff.
With the high demand for luxury vessels leading to a record-breaking number of new superyachts under construction, 2022 is looking to be a year full of boat debuts. With many projects set to reach important milestones, we are expecting lots of news from all the major shipyards. Here are 5 of the most exciting superyachts to look out for in 2022.
At 118m long, project 1010 interestingly marks Feadship’s largest vessel to date. Since the project’s announcement, the renowned shipbuilder is working towards a 2022 delivery. October 2020 saw the vessel hit the water for the first time when it was first launched in the Netherlands, but 2022 is when completion and delivery are scheduled. Although very little is known about the details of the superyacht, we expect to hear more as we enter the new year.
Set to become the third 100+m sailing yacht in 2022 is Oceanco’s Y721. She will take Black Pearl’s title of the second-longest sailing yacht in the global fleet. When delivered, there will only be three sailing yachts measuring over 100m, with the biggest being Nobiskrug’s 142m Sailing Yacht A. Reportedly commissioned by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, Y721 is the longest yacht ever built in the Netherlands. As well as this, it is also Oceanco’s largest-ever build.
After her Spring 2022 delivery, Heesen’s 80m superyacht Cosmos will be the biggest and fastest all-aluminium superyacht in the world. This is due to her maximum speed of 30 knots and 1,700GT. Cosmos features an exterior crafted by Winch Design, which comprises clean lines, a sporty look and extensive use of glass, achieving a timeless profile. Expect to see her undertaking North Sea trials in early 2022 ahead of her delivery.
Amongst the numerous projects under construction at Lurssen is Northern Star, a 107m explorer superyacht. Once delivered, she will be used to explore the farthest reaches of the globe. Northern Star (previously named Project Icecap) is a diesel-electric hybrid that accommodates up to 20 guests in 10 staterooms. She sports a rugged design by Salt Ship Design and is due for delivery in 2022.
With a gross tonnage of 2,850, once the Custom Amels 78m delivery is complete, she will be Amels’ largest vessel to date in terms of GT. The superyacht features exterior and interior design by Espen Øino and Zuretti Interior, respectively. Øino has stated it is “a unique project” which features a spacious, open-top deck, large aft pool, and wide side decks. She accommodates 14 guests in total whilst also housing 26 crew. The superyacht was recently spotted during her sea trials in September, ahead of her delivery in 2022.