New Launch: Yachting Developments 34.9m Hull 1024

Yachting Developments have launched in 2024 hull number 1024, a 34.9m custom build Carbon Fibre super sportfish yacht titled m/y Gramac VII. Designed as three of the four sportfish yachts build by Yachting Developments by Warwick Yacht Design, hull 1024 sports similar lines to the 2020 launched less to two meters smaller hull 1017.  Yachting Developments Hull 1024 is a custom super sportfish yacht with its criteria being able to do long range international passages on her own bottom. Thanks to the clever use of carbon fibre and weight saving interior, Yachting Developments is again able to build a large Sportfish that has the best of both worlds, capable of both high speed and long range.  Mostly specialized in sailing yachts Yachting Developments has become an important addresses for custom build 24 meters or larger super sportfish yacht, with the builder delivering four custom units from from 27 to 39 meters in the last twelve years.  

Technical Data:

LOA - 34.9 m (114.4ft)

Beam - 7.7 m

Draft - 1.9 m

Displacement - 225 gt *volume

Fuel Capacity - 24,000 l

Accommodation - ten guests in five cabins, four crew in two cabins

Engines - 2 x MTU 16V 2600hp

Propulsion - line shaft with moulded propeller tunnels

Speed - twenty knots cruise

Construction - carbon fibre

Project - Warwick design and naval architecture

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Yachting Developments New Web Site

Yachting Developments from New Zealand presents its new World wide web showroom.  Yachting Developments has a story that goes beyond and previous to building yachts which started when founder and managing director Ian Cook founds the company in 1990 to help Spain enter into the Americas cup.  In 2002 Yachting Developments launches its first yacht a 22.6m cruiser racer sailing machine.  Move the clock fifteen years later and Yachting Developments has launched 21 custom yachts from eleven to 39 meters, most of which sailing yachts, excluding the four sportfish yachts delivered from 2012 which started with the 27.4m YD65, to the largest build in 2017 the 39.5m hull number 1015, and two other 33 and 34.9M builds, all of which made with high tech composite. Yachting Developments new website takes you around with the following buttons; Home, Projects, Media, Careers, and Contact.  Yachting Developments is also on social media with links at the bottom of page taking you it's Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook pages.

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Yachting Developments 27.4M YD65 the first motor yacht

New Launch: Yachting Developments 33m Hull 1017

2020 is off to a busy start for Yachting Developments, with the Auckland-based yard’s latest superyacht, the 33 metre Al Duhail Hull 1017 launching on 22 January 2020. Hull 1017 safely entered the water in Hobsonville before travelling to Auckland’s Viaduct Harbour where she will undergo final finishing work ahead of sea trials. Al Duhail is an all-carbon sportfish super yacht, featuring naval architecture and design work by Warwick Yacht Design. Her interior was developed by Yachting Developments specialist interior team in conjunction with the owner. The owner’s interior brief was for a simple, elegant style. Key materials used include oak wood with a light decor, including white panelling and cream carpets, offset by pops of colour in the soft furnishings. Accommodation is for 10 guests, including the master suite and four guest cabins, plus two crew cabins. Powered by twin MTU 2000hp engines, her estimated cruising speed is twenty knots, with top speeds up to thirty knots.

Technical Data:

LOA - 33 m (109ft)

Waterline Length - 27.5 m

Beam - 7.5 m

Draft - 1.5 m

Accommodation - ten berths in five cabins, four crew in two cabins

Engines - 2 x MTU 16V2000 M96L 2000hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 30 knots max 20 knots cruise

Construction - carbon fiber

Project - Warwick Design

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Vale Blanche Cook 1961 - 2019

It is with the greatest sadness that Yachting Developments announce the passing of Blanche Cook, Financial Director and part-owner of Yachting Developments, wife of Ian and mother of Bianca and Paige. Blanche passed peacefully on 28 March 2019 after a brave battle with cancer. Blanche was an integral member of the Yachting Developments family. Owner, mentor, mother-figure and friend, her larger-than-life presence pervaded the entire yard. Born and raised in Auckland, New Zealand, Blanche worked side by side with Ian to build Yachting Developments into an internationally respected and award-winning operation. She was heavily involved in New Zealand’s marine community, serving as Vice Chairperson of the NZ Marine export group, supporting the yard’s busy apprenticeship scheme and providing her support to a wide range of yachting causes, particularly the rescue and restoration of numerous classic yachts. Blanche was a passionate supporter of all the Yachting Developments team, and was so proud of all projects completed by the yard. Together, Blanche and Ian led the Yachting Developments team to build, refit and restore a roll call of beautiful yachts. Blanche will be deeply missed by her family, friends and all the Yachting Developments team.

Project: Yachting Developments 33m Hull 1017

Yachting Developments is delighted to announce the signing of a new super sportfish yacht order, 33m Hull 1017, with work set to commence in the first quarter of 2018. Hull 1017 is an all-carbon fast sportfish design that boasts sleek and sporty lines and will feature full carbon epoxy construction to achieve improved weight and performance. Naval architecture and design work is by New Zealand design house Warwick Yacht Design. Yachting Developments has previously worked together with Warwick Yacht Design on five projects including 30.5m Quintessential and is pleased to be partnering with them once again.  Yachting Developments specializes in building a wide range of custom projects, having delivered a variety of yacht styles including sailing yachts, motor yachts and catamarans, and in recent years the yard has also become known for its expertise in large sportsfisher projects. These include the world’s largest all-carbon super sportsfish yachts the 39.5m Hull 1015, launched in November 2017, and 27.4m Satu, launched in 2012.  Yachting Developemtns 33m Hull 1017 is to be powered by twin MTU 2000hp.

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New Launch: Yachting Developments 39.5m Sportfisher Hull 1015

Yachting Developments is proud to have launched their latest superyacht the 39.5m Sportsfisher Hull 1015. The yacht left Yachting Developments Hobsonville shed on a sunny day in Auckland, New Zealand, on 22 November 2017 before safely launching at high tide on 23 November. This impressive yacht is the world’s largest all-carbon sportsfisher and is on a scale unseen before for this style of yacht. Built for a highly experienced owner, who is a passionate fisherman, Hull 1015 combines luxury styling with exceptional performance capabilities and speed and an impressive all- inclusive fishing setup that will allow her to undertake extended fishing trips. Hull 1015’s naval architecture and exterior design is by Michael Peters Yacht Design, with a custom interior by the owners together with Yachting Developments and Naylor Booth Associates. Interior work, structural engineering and design is the work of the specialist team at Yachting Developments. The owner of Hull 1015 approached Yachting Developments after seeing their work on their 2012 27.4m sportsfisher build Satu and expertise in carbon construction, and with a longstanding appreciation for the quality of New Zealand shipyards. Hull 1015 spans four decks, with accommodation for ten guests; a large master suite, VIP, double and twin with Pullmans and six crew. She features a contemporary classic styled interior that has been tailored to family living. Plentiful on-board spaces include the large main saloon and adjoining galley on the main deck, leading out to the mezzanine cockpit, the bridge saloon and helm with the connecting aft bridge deck, and the flybridge. Guest accommodation is located on the lower deck, with the master cabin midships, VIP forward, a double to port and a twin with two Pullmans to starboard. Other spaces include a games room on the lower deck. Hull 1015’s two Smuggler tenders are stored on the forward deck when not in use, with a crane for easy launching. The yacht boasts exceptional seagoing qualities, and carries a VEEM gyro stabilizer, that will allow her to venture out in all conditions. With Hull 1015 now in the water, completion work is underway ahead of the owner taking delivery in December 2017.

Technical Data:

LOA - 39.5 m (129.6ft) incl bowsprit

Hull Length - 32.3 m

Beam - 8.2 m

Draft - 2.8 m

Displacement - 81 t

Fuel Capacity - 40000 l

Water Capacity - 11000

Accommodation - ten guest berths in four cabins, six crew in three cabins

Engines - 2 x MTU 3100hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Project - Micheal Peters naval architect and exterior, Yachting Developments and Naylor Booth Associates for interior

Construction - carbon fiber

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Project: Yachting Developments 38.7 m Sportfisher

New Zealand shipyard Yachting Developments is proud to announce the signing of a new order for a 37.8m sportsfisher superyacht. Known as Hull 1015, this is the second super yacht project signed by the shipyard in twelve months, and follows on from the order of 33.5m sloop Hull 1012 in September 2014.  With the contract signed in July 2015, work on Hull 1015 will commence immediately with delivery set for 2017. Naval architecture and exterior design is by Michael Peters design, with interior styling by New Zealand-based Below Decks Marine Interiors. Project management will be undertaken by Australian-based Motor Yacht Build. Constructed entirely from carbon the yacht is being built for an experienced owner, who is an international sportsfisherman. The owner approached the yard due to a number of factors, including their expertise in carbon and experience with similar projects. Hull 1015 will be the second sportsfisher project the yard has worked on, following the 2012 launch of 27.4m Satu. Hull 1015 will commence construction alongside 33.5m hull 1012, which is now over half way complete, in Yachting Developments new state of the art shipyard facility. In addition to their superyacht work, 2015 has seen the yard launch two smaller new build projects: 37ft Anarchy, designed by Bakewell-White Yacht Design, and 36ft IMK-7, designed by Reichel-Pugh. The yard also has a busy refit order book with projects including the refit of the 22m iconic Kiwi yacht Windhaven, as well as residential and commercial projects including the composite roofing for a new luxury golf course.

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