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Yachts have evolved tremendously since the Dutch yacht boom of the 1600s. Yacht comes from the Dutch word ‘Jacht’ meaning hunt. The reason these vessels were associated with the word hunt was because they were light and fast to chase pirates by the Dutch Navy. Since then they have grown and grown, but how did […]

On board one of the world’s most expensive charter yachts The story of Shahid Khan’s new 312-foot Kismet begins with an auspicious Twist of Fate. When Shahid Khan ordered his first Kismet in 2004, the capstone of the design brief was “make it impressive.” Not only would his family be using the boat for their own enjoyment, but Khan would use it for corporate […]

Moran Yacht & Ship were able to build on the success of early 2014 with a truly remarkable second half of the year. In brokerage alone, fourteen yachts were sold during this period with an average length of 133 Ft. (40.5m). These results are unmatched by any other brokerage over this period, demonstrating once again […]

The 312 Ft. (95.2m) KISMET arrived in London this Fall and left onlookers speechless. In October, KISMET cruised up the Thames to the Tower Bridge to avail herself to the world in London. She hosted an incredibly decadent party for over 250 guests of the owner including celebrities, athletes and dignitaries. Built for an experienced […]

Family owned & operated for over a century. The storied Hakvoort Shipyard is located in Monnickendam, Holland and has come to represent an industry standard in quality, custom-built yachts. Originally established nearly a century ago, this shipyard has been passed down from generation to generation, maintaining the dedication to quality craftsmanship and a naval tradition […]

 ALLEGRIA, which means “joy” or “happiness” in Italian, was built in Holland at the Hakvoort Shipyard. She measures 152 Ft. (46.3m) and sleeps 11 guests in 5 beautifully appointed en suite staterooms. With an impeccable interior designed by Glade Johnson, ALLEGRIA blends the best of soft contemporary and traditional elements. Her interior is spacious and […]

Carbon fiber is a material which is being used increasingly for military, civil, motorsport, competition sport and consumer product applications with each passing year. It began its rise to prominence in the aerospace industry in the 1950s because it allowed for air and spacecraft to become faster and run more efficiently. Its exceptionally high heat […]

Romantic notions of a career before the mast couldn’t have been further from the mind of Rob Moran – founder of Moran Yacht & Ship – when he first had a taste of the sea-going life from his father, a chief engineer on fishing boats in the English port of Hastings. What he remembered most – “the […]

The customised Limited Editions Amels 180 is an alluring combination of power and practicality with stunning attention to detail in design, particularly in the ocean-themed interiors. Anthony Twibill is enthralled by this elaborate and original new superyacht. Engelberg is the latest delivery of Amels Limited Editions 180, recently launched in mid-2013 by the esteemed Dutch […]