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Studio Art of Kinetik produces custom luxury wooden yachts. Their the most recent addition to the collection – “Hedonist” – is a work of art and a synonym for comfort and convenience. This 63-foot motoryacht can cruise at speeds up to 40 knots. The exterior is cloaked in fine mahogany with glass and metal accents and its design is created with no seams, it’s so clean that no screw or piece of plastic aren’t visible to the eye. The interior is as refined and detailed as a luxury hotel. It seems like Art of Kinetik has a good team of designers, naval architects and engineers.

Another example of sophisticated yacht design we want to show you today. Luxury Amare yacht concept was created by industrial designer Dawid Dawod. “Stunning wood accents are met with polished handles, steering wheel, knobs and other fixtures in rich detail to create an elegant yet masculine aesthetic. For the thrill seeker inside, it also comes standard with a 350 HP water-jet engine. The Amare’s classic craftsmanship combines with new technology, using rigid inflatable boat (RIB) technology to achieve its aggressive, dynamic look. Designed with human boat behavior in mind, the Yacht’s architecture also includes a fully functioning kitchen on the outer deck, sofas for relaxation, a deck for sunbathing and a canvas top for bad weather. Another characterizing design element of the boat are the rails that follow the length, functioning as handles as passengers walk and also as holders for the canvas top.” Take a look! via: http://www.beautifullife.info

The 1963 Corvette inspired speed boat concept is a creation of Swedish designer Bo Zolland.The concept uses many of the design features of the 1963 Corvette including the split rear window, tapering rear roofline, rounded windscreen and side windows, and louvered deck/hood. Entry to the 1963 Corvette speed boat concept is via Gullwing doors. Inside is seating for five people. Proposed power for the concept comes from a variety of engines with the maximum horsepower output at 550 hp. The estimated top speed is 70 knots. http://www.diseno-art.com

A Mercedes AMG racing boat?  Who would have thought.  At the 2012 Miami Boat Show, the new Mercedes AMG Marauder Cigarette Boat was revealed to the world.  This lightning-fast, 50-foot sea speeder is powered by a pair of Mercury Racingengines that push out 1,350 horsepower a piece.  Like its Mercedes C63 AMG BlackSeries counterpart, the Maurader is sleek and comfortable in the cockpit, but the goal here is performance.  This wasn’t built for relaxing days on the open water, this was designed for speed– and little else. [via autoblog]

The luxury motor yacht Wider 42’, developed by well known Italian builder Wider Yachts and designed by respected Fulvio De Simoni, provides a top performance, thanks to her innovative technological solutions, starting with the special structure of the steering wheel, openly inspired by the world of Formula 1. This mould-breaking solution enables the Wider 42´ yacht to incorporate a large number of on-board controls in a single tool and notably reduce the equipment on the helm station.The multifunctional steering wheel, developed in association with Acson Marine-Naviop and Tastitalia technology and featuring the aesthetics of studio Box 104, has a built-in multiview display similar to that of a single seater boat, showing all the information necessary for sailing. Entirely touchscreen, it makes it possible to steer the yacht with everything in sight. The central body with the display and buttons is fixed and only the steering wheel turns. This system makes it possible to manage the yach...

U-Boat Worx, submarine manufacturers from the Netherlands, have come up with a staggering submarine which they’ve unveiled on the occasion of the 22nd Monaco Yacht Show, during this September. Dubbed the C-Explorer 5 – CE5 -, the people behind it call the device “the world’s first subsea limousine”. The process of manufacturing has taken roughly two years, the works at the vessel having been started in 2010. Boasting with the ability to cozily accommodate four people plus the pilot and featuring a state of the art air conditioning system, the CE5 comes with a pressurized hull which enables it dive at as much as 300 meters deep with a top speed of 3 knots. The CE5 is powered by a cluster of high capacity lithium-ion batteries which ensure it with 8 hours of operational autonomy. There is also an optional upgrade to 16 hours of autonomy. In addition, in case of emergency, the submarine can provide an additional 96 hours of emergency life support. In terms of propulsion, the horizontal an...

The first ever entirely solar-powered ship to circle the globe embarked on this tremendous journey that has taken it through 28 countries, 11 seas and 3 oceans two years ago and lasted a whopping 585 days. Reportedly named the MS Tûranor Planetsolar, its journey started on the 27th of September 2010, at 2:00 p.m. and ended at 2:21 p.m., in Monaco. The ship has started a new journey during this month, touching at famous ports of the Mediterranean Sea, like Spain’s Barcelona and Mallorca, as well as Cagliari, on the island of Sardinia. The crew of this massive sailing wonder says that it’s actually “more than a ship”, now being a “mobile battery”. It can power up concerts and lightshows, can hold exhibitions and do all sorts of activities that other ships cannot, in every port it docks in. The name Tûranor was picked from the fabled Lord of the Rings book, by J. R. R. Tolkien, where it stands for “the power of the sun”. Built as a catamaran, it measures 115 feet in length (35 meters) and...

Golden Yachts Shipyard from Athens launched the beautiful 40-meter superyacht O’Pati last year, a gorgeous cruises that combines high performance with Italian style in a sleek design with powerful and modern lines.  The yacht was designed by Giorgio Vafiadis & Associates and looks extremely powerful and elegant thanks to the dark hull that’s able to turn heads everywhere. You can see it’s extremely fast just by looking at this yacht’s beautiful design and O’Pati definitely has the power to back up her sportive looks. To prove the last statement, this superyacht can reach a top speed of 32 knots and boasts a cruising speed of 24 knots which is extremely fast for its size. There is also the crew of 8 members ready to take care of every guest, highlighting the level of comfort that people can achieve while on this specific boat. Regarding space distribution, note that the outer-deck areas are at the guests’ disposal; they are divided in a flybridge, a main aft deck with its extrao...

The IF60 measures 13 feet (around 4 meters) at its widest point, 8 feet in height (2.4 meters) and 60 feet in length (18.3 meters). The propulsion relies on two MTU 10V 2000 engines which generate 1,600 HP each. They allow for a maximum speed of 90 knots (104 mph or 167 km/h) and a cruise speed of 60 knots (69 mph or 111 km/h), while, if the owner chooses the mount two turbine-powered 2,200 HP versions, the maximum speed goes beyond the staggering number of 180 knots (200 mph or 322 km/h).

There are a lot of new inventions and weird man-made gadgets or machines that are truly amazing and stunning in all the ways possible. Such a thing would be combining an attack helicopter and a stealth jet fighter. Actually, the guys at Juliet Marine Systems from New Hampshire have really done it – they’ve designed the Ghost marine platform. Possibly being destined for US Navy’s use, the project has been developed in complete privacy, while the manufacturers assure us that the vessel is invisible to radars, while also being more economically efficient and a lot faster. They also declare that it’s the first super-cavitating watercraft in the world.This principle refers to the process of surrounding an item with air so that it goes faster and smoother through water, downing the friction coefficient. The main structures that assure this to the Ghost are the two submerged buoyant tubular foils.The particular system used here is represented by the fact that when the boat’s gas turbines prop...

The Mercier-Jones Concept pictured on this page is a futuristic yet modern hovercraft concept, based on the high end supercars of today. It reportedly is a lot easier to maneuver, environmentally friendly and more silent than any other hovercraft of today. In addition, given the almost non-existent maneuverability of these machines, they have also put together a patent-pending directional control system which will supposedly enable the craft to brake and steer similarly to a car. At a closer approach this is due to the fact that the front, side mounted fans provide fine tuned control in reverse, lateral and forward directions, with independent control over each side, which enables advanced maneuverability. In solidarity to other machinery industries like automotive, aerospace and marine, Mercier-Jones Concept will be crafted from high end, lightweight materials, like marine plywood, fiberglass, carbon fiber and aluminum. But, due to modern manufacture techniques and existing technologi...

The Spiritum 57 yacht was designed by Caan Yaylali, Sean McCarthy & Trevor Sener who wanted to create a luxurious, elegant and powerful yacht perfect for customers who love high speed on water and the highest levels of luxury. The beautiful yacht design features a modern and eye catching exterior, combined with a relaxing and stylish interior and 4 Volvo Penta engines which are going to be responsible for thrilling sensations. The Spiritum 57 features a telescopic hidden staircase along with the swimming platform tat allows an easy way into the water. A deluxe entertainment system is another attraction of this superyacht and an additional swimming platform will be also appreciated by its future owners.

The 2012 ZR4 MTI was recently released by Corvette, featuring a designer trailer and a speed boat, all brought together for a price of $1.7 million. After their introduction in the car-boat combo industry with their red catamaran, the Corvette designers have now presented this futuristic version, which comprises an aerodynamic design, carbon fiber and extreme technology. The body was conceived in such a way that weight was the most non-needed factor. That is the reason for the usage of a high quantity of carbon fiber. It was also designed to be as aero-dynamic as possible, as well as keeping the sharp look of the powerful Corvette car; good examples for this are the multitude of parts that belong to the car, including the head- and taillights. The vehicle is propelled by two twin Mercury engines, each of developing around 1350 HP. This can bring the total of 6 passengers a huge adrenaline rush, along with the 8000 W power music system. The designers have also thought about offering a m...

Introducing the Lamborghini power-yacht. This 50 foot, carbon fiber beast sports all the speed and luxury you’d expect from a super-car maker. Did I mention the prototype is under construction?! MmmHmm… check it!Though it started as just a sketch, the prototype is in production and is rumored to be powered by either two 550hp V12 Motori Marini Lamborghini engines or two twin 950 hp Seatek turbodiesels. As for the interior, it will be styled by none other than Fenice Milano, famous for working their magic on the Rolls Royce Ghost.

Prince Al-Walid is investing $500 million for a new giga-yacht, The New Kingdom 5KR. This 557 feet yacht would be the third largest yacht in the world upon completion and would rival the best in terms of luxury and opulence.It is set to be delivered by 2014 to its owner.

The Bugatti Veyron Sang Bleu Speedboat is a conceptual design created by Ben Walsh, a graduate of the prestigious Royal College of Art in London, and the designer responsible for the Cadillac Converj concept's interior. Currently he is employed at PSA Peugeot Citroen as an automotive interior designer. The Bugatti Veyron Sang Bleu Speedboat is a 30-foot (9.1 meter) vessel which has an incredibly smooth and clean profile. The chrome and metallic blue color scheme is directly inspired by the paintwork of the Veyron Sang Bleu model - obviously. The hull is formed from a blend of carbon fiber and aluminium. Powering the Bugatti Veyron Sang Bleu Speedboat concept is a modified-for-marine-use version of the Veyron's quad-turbo W16 engine with 1,000 horsepower.

Italian designer Pietro Russomanno is the author of elegant the 77 foot, 40 ton Speedline yacht. “The reverse bow’s sinuous curves form ridges that hug the rear superstructure while a continuous strip of glass wraps elegantly around the main cabin, illuminating the 8 bedrooms and other facilities of the interior. Minimal styling in pure white and wood enhance its overall beauty inside and out.”    

The amazing Streets of Monaco yacht will not only rival Roman Abramovich’s Eclipse (below) in price, but also in sheer audacity. Rather than being the largest or most secure yacht in the world, Monaco will feature scaled-down reproductions of landmarks from its namesake city-state. This 500-foot yacht will feature a go-kart track on deck inspired by the Monaco Grand Prix, as well as reproductions of the Hotel de Paris, La Rascasse and the Loews Hotel. It’s being designed by Yacht Island Design of Derbyshire County in England and will accomodate 16 guests and 70 crewmembers. For the owner, a 4,800-square-foot suite with three floors is planned.

AquaStar scooters in Florida have developed a pair of recreational submersibles which both offer ease of use and relative affordability when compared with other undersea vessels. The two-person AquaStar2 AS2 is based on the smaller, single seat Aquastar1 AS1. Both subs share a similar design, but the AS2 has an additional seat and an extended helmet. The AS2 offers scuba diving-like capabilities, but without certification, no cumbersome attached gear, and no experience required - especially if you're the passenger. The AquaStar2 AS2 can dive to around 12 meters (40 ft), and achieve a top speed of 3.1 mph (5 km/h). The batteries last around 2 hours, although the air supply will need changing after 1 hour and 10 minutes. If for any reason the electrical system should fail, a backup system - using the compressed air tank - can bring the sub to the surface quickly and safely. The easy to use handlebars offer control over direction, depth, and speed. Because the AquaStar AS2 is an open ...

Nedship have been busily designing their latest luxury yacht. Called the Sovereign 105m the vessel is a giant super sport yacht with what Nedship call “the James Bond Factor”.The Nedship Sovereign 105m is designed for leisure and luxury use, and it offers an array of entertainment features as well as a unique appearance which is designed to make the vessel stand out against its contemporaries. Over 5,000 sqm of deck space means the Sovereign 105m offers enough space for all kinds of events, either private or business. The Nedship Sovereign 105m features a 70 sqm cinema, as well as a spacious garage on the lower deck for the owner’s vehicles. One optional feature is a second helipad at the bow of the yacht which allows for up to helicopters to land at the same time.The Nedship Sovereign 105m is powered by either 2 x 8,000 hp engines (allowing up to 23 knots), or by 3 x 10,000 hp MTU engines (allowing up to 30 knots). The range is approximately 6,000 nautical miles. Features of the Nedsh...