Jill Bobrow, Editor-At-Large, Yachts International
Jill has enjoyed an extensive career in yachting journalism and in the marine industry. She was previously the Founding Editor of Boat International USA and Editor-in-Chief of ShowBoats International. She is a partner in and Editorial Director of Concepts Publishing Inc. and has co-authored more than 20 coffee table books; including Turquoise Reflections (Turquoise Yachts); Built by Oceanco; S/Y Marie; The Bucket Book, 25 Years of Megayacht Racing; Classic Sailing Yachts, and Outrageous Yachts. She has been on the Board of the International Superyacht Society since 2011 and has served on the Honorary Board of the Award Committee for International Seakeepers Society. Jill lives in land locked Vermont, but does manage to get to the water often.
Bilgin Yacht's 156-II, Lilium will debut in upcoming Cannes Yachting Festival and Monaco Yacht Show
Launched in April 2019, Bilgin Yachts’ Lilium is the second motoryacht of their 156-foot (47.5 meter) series. The first in the series was Starburst-III (ex-Nerissa), launched in 2017.
Candy Store Cup Superyacht Regatta
“Yachting is the Winner,” is the battle cry aboard 76-foot sloop Wild Horses.
New Pendennis/ Vilanova Marina in Barcelona
UK superyacht specialist Pendennis released details on their investment into the 48- berth marina and associated land in Vilanova I la Geltrú, Barcelona. Pendennis has been working alongside the team at Vilanova Grand Marina to develop a shared vision for a technical based marina with a supporting service center in the Mediterranean.
WIDER Yachts is acquired by Nautical Hybrid Tech, Zepter Group and Hopafi Holding srl
The Monegasque group Nautical Hybrid Tech— headed by Marcello Maggi —Zepter Group and Hopafi Holding Srl have acquired the entire ownership of WIDER.
Puerta Cortés, Mexico – a resort, golf course and marina on the beautiful Sea of Cortez
Puerta Cortés, Mexico, a resort destination, located near La Paz and positioned as a gateway to the Sea of Cortez, features a boutique collection of oceanfront and hillside residences, a golf course, and a world-class marina.
Baglietto hosts a christening ceremony for new 180-foot motoryacht Severin°s
At a gala launch ceremony in La Spezia on July 6th, Baglietto, revealed its new 180-foot (55-meter) motoryacht, Severin°s.
Van der Valk BeachClub 600 Launched
After years of development and months of construction, Van der Valk launched their very first BeachClub motoryacht in the Netherlands.
Feadship’s new 253-foot (77.25 meter) Project 818 is revealed
Feadship’s 253-foot (77.25-meter) Project 818 has emerged from one of their construction halls at their yard on Kaag for further outfitting, placement of the mast and testing of the propulsion system.
VSY Launches 210-foot /64-meter Atomic
VSY launched its new 210-foot (64 meter) yacht called Atomic on June 10th in Livorno, Italy.
DAMEN launches La Datcha SeaXplorer 77
On June 4, Dutch builders Amels and Damen celebrated the hull launch of La Datcha SeaXplorer following construction on the Danube River.
A Boat in Times Square? Last Day to see the Azimut S6!
As part of its 50 anniversary celebration, the Azimut Benetti Group positioned a 60-foot (18-meter) boat in the middle of one of New York City’s busiest intersections—Times Square.
Codecasa launches 213ft (65m) motoryacht
Cantieri Navali Codecasa in Viareggio, Italy launched their new Codecasa 65 – Hull F74, an elegant steel and aluminum 5-deck motoryacht, on Saturday June 1.
The Art of Elandess
Abeking & Rasmussen’s 244-foot (74.5-meter) new launch: the creation and installation of a masterpiece
In the Galley with Peter Daniel ‘Frostie’ Frost
A charter chef and a master sommelier serve up the perfect pairings
RIVA 90 ARGO makes World Premier in Miami
The 90-foot Riva Argo flybridge made its world debut in Miami on March 9. With a length of 93ft. 6in. (28.49m) and a beam of 21ft. 4in. (6.50m) the Riva 90ft. Argo combines and builds on the strengths of its two Riva predecessors, the 100ft. Corsaro and 110ft. Dolcevita.
