Dea Jusufi

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Cantiere delle Marche launches flagship explorer yacht RJ

1 week ago | boatinternational.com | Dea Jusufi

Italian yard Cantiere delle Marche (CDM) has launched the first unit in its RJ 155 series, christened RJ. At 46.9 metres, she is the yard's largest project to date. RJ is an evolution of the owner's former RJ 130, launched in 2021 as RJ (now Nuri). Conceived as a "pure-bred" explorer, the build comes complete with a steel hull, "top-tier equipment" and range of over 5,000 nautical miles.
Former Swiss challenger for America's Cup speaks out against 2027 host city announcement

1 week ago | boatinternational.com | Dea Jusufi

The former Swiss challenger for the America's Cup has spoken out against an "ongoing lack of transparency" following the announcement that Naples would be the regatta's host city. Alinghi Red Bull Racing has joined a chorus of challengers – including the British and American teams – criticising the conduct of the current title Defender, Team New Zealand.
Heesen foregoes stands at Monaco Yacht Show and Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

1 week ago | boatinternational.com | Dea Jusufi

Dutch yard Heesen has foregone its stands at this year's Monaco Yacht Show and Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. According to the yard, this withdrawal is part of a new "client-centric" strategy following the recent acquisition of Heesen by Dutch entrepreneur and investor Laurens Last.
Huisfit announces new commercial director

2 weeks ago | boatinternational.com | Dea Jusufi

Huisfit, the refit arm of Dutch yard Royal Huisman, has announced Anders Pehrson as the new commercial director with effect on 1 June 2025. The appointment aims to strengthen Huisfit and "broaden its clientele", based on Pehrson's long experience with refit as a captain and from a shipyard perspective. Originally from Sweden, Pehrson has been working on yachts since the mid 90s, mainly as a captain on motor yachts up to 60 metres.
Procat Yachts launches 26m catamaran with "world-first" interior volume

2 weeks ago | boatinternational.com | Dea Jusufi

The first yacht from fledgling builder Procat Yachts has been launched, known as the Procat 85. The first in a new range of seaworthy and "eco-friendly" vessels, the 26-metre model has an impressive volume of 325GT – a ratio that the Turkish yard calls a "world-first" in the catamaran class. Following successful sea trials, the Procat 85 will be delivered to her owner and will soon set sail for the Mediterranean to enjoy her first summer season.
British and American challengers for America's Cup speak out against 2027 host city announcement

2 weeks ago | boatinternational.com | Dea Jusufi

Both the British and American challengers for the America's Cup have spoken out against an "ongoing lack of transparency" following the announcement that Naples would be the regatta's host city. A statement released by the Royal Yacht Squadron's representative, Athena Racing, raised concerns about the impact the "premature announcement" would have on negotiating a fair sporting protocol.
Mengi Yay reveals interior renderings of first NL 50 Plus yacht model

2 weeks ago | boatinternational.com | Dea Jusufi

Turkish yard Mengi Yay has released the first interior renderings of the NL 50 Plus, a 52.4-metre yacht model designed as part of a capsule collection with Italian designer Nuvolari Lenard. The first unit is currently under construction in Istanbul, Turkey, with delivery scheduled for 2026.
Northrop & Johnson announces exclusive partnership with Ocean King

2 weeks ago | boatinternational.com | Dea Jusufi

Brokerage firm Northrop & Johnson has announced a strategic partnership with Italian yard Ocean King. The agreement, which follows the successful sale of the 36.2-metre Vayus, appoints the firm as the exclusive, worldwide representative for the Ocean King line, excluding America. "This is a marriage made in heaven," said Gabriele Modica Ragusa, broker at Northrop & Johnson. "The quality of an Ocean King yacht is truly exceptional.
Outer Reef Yachts launches first Adventure 780 explorer yacht

2 weeks ago | boatinternational.com | Dea Jusufi

US-headquartered Outer Reef Yachts has launched the first unit in its 23.9-metre Adventure 780 series. A robust steel hull and "sound-reducing construction" characterise the explorer yacht, which touched the water for the first time at the yard's facility in Holland, the Netherlands. The inaugural vessel in the Adventure Series (designed in collaboration with Dutch builder Lynx Yachts), the hull marks Outer Reef Yachts' first entry into the steel explorer market.
70m Benetti superyacht Alfa relaunched following comprehensive refit

2 weeks ago | boatinternational.com | Dea Jusufi

The 70-metre Benetti superyacht Alfa (ex Alkhor) has been relaunched following a comprehensive refit at Lusben's site in Livorno, Italy. Available for charter with Ocean Independence, upgrades included a hospitality-friendly redesign of her interiors as well as an exterior repaint and systems overhaul. Launched in 2020, Alfa won a coveted Neptune at the 2021 World Superyacht Awards in the "Displacement Motor Yacht Between 1,000GT and 1,599GT" category.