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Keep up to date with the latest news and information from Diana Yacht Design. Find out more about the latest projects our team is working on, our new designs and the recent projects who have been delivered. You can also keep track of our developments through our social media channels.

Keep up to date with the latest news and information from Diana Yacht Design. Find out more about the latest projects our team is working on, our new designs and the recent projects who have been delivered. You can also keep track of our developments through our social media channels.

Jangada hull arrival at van der Valk shipyard

Arrival steel hull Jangada

New Milestone: Van der Valk’s Largest Raised Pilothouse to Date At the beginning of August, the steel hull for the new 35m Jangada arrived at the Van der Valk shipyard, marking a significant step in the construction of this exceptional 35-metre yacht. Commissioned by a repeat client, this latest Jangada is the third project to…

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Sea Club 53 launched at Alia Yachts with Naval Architecture by Diana Yacht Design

Sea Club 53 launched

Sea Club 53 launched Last week Alia Yachts launched the 52.5-metre custom support vessel Sea Club 53 at their facilties in Antalya, Turkey. The superyacht has been described as a ‘beast”by the shipyard and was constructed in three seperate parts comprising the hull, superstructure and the helideck. The design highlights include massive storage for tenders,…

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MY One launched

MY One launched

Introducing Project 111.11 Van der Valk shipyard has launched motor yacht ONE (34m), known during her build as Project 111.11, on May 30 2024, at their facilities in Waalwijk. Born from the vision of owners with over three decades of maritime adventure, motor yacht ONE embodies the pinnacle of bespoke yacht design. The journey began…

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Project 111.11 - van der Valk shipyard - Naval architecture by DIANA

The construction of Project 111.11 – Episode #2

The Construction of Project 111.11 – Episode #2 We’re excited to share the latest build update on Project 111.11, the stunning 34-metre full-aluminium superyacht by Van der Valk shipyard in The Netherlands. Catch a glimpse of the meticulous craftsmanship and design that goes into building this beauty. Project 111.11 is a full-displacement superyacht, based on…

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Moonshine - Moonen YN204 - Naval architecture by Diana

Moonshine YN204 launched

Moonen launches 36.3m Moonshine Moonen Yachts has launched and christened the new 36.3m Martinique Moonshine YN204 on April 26, 2024, at their facilitiies in The Netherlands. The newly christened MOONSHINE is yard number YN204, the sixth Martinique from Moonen’s successful fast displacement steel hull design. Following her dewlivery before the summer season, MOONSHINE YN204 will…

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Extra Time christening ceremony - Gdansk evening

Christening ceremony EXTRA TIME

Christening ceremony Extra Time On Sunday, April 21, the official christening ceremony of Extra Time (motor yacht C144s) by Conrad Shipyard took place in front of the Hilton Hotel in Gdansk Old Town. The Conrad shipyard team, along with 250 guests including employees, business partners, and media, celebrated the premiere showcase of the motor yacht.…

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Conrad shipyard launched EXTRA TIME

Extra Time launched at Conrad Shipyard Conrad Shipyard successfully launched EXTRA TIME, the second luxury yacht from the Conrad C144s series, at their facilities in Gdansk.. This new vessel follows the success of its predecessor, ACE, and represents the next largest privately-owned yacht to be entirely built in Poland. Created by Reymond Langton Design, with…

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Moonen YN203 - LUMIÈRE - launched

Lumiere launched at Moonen Yachts

Lumière launched at Moonen Yachts Moonen Yachts has successfully launched LUMIÈRE, a magnificent 37.8 meter  Martinique (YN203 – 124ft) from their renowned shipyard in the Netherlands, The motor yacht will be delivered to her Australian owners before the summer and is expected to spend her first season in the Mediterranean. Meticulously crafted to reflect the…

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Moonen Martinique YN205 - merge

Milestone for Moonen Martinique YN205

Milestone for Moonen Martinique YN205 Moonen Yachts has successfully completed the marriage of its latest 37.4m Moonen 122 Martinique’s steel hull and aluminium superstructure. The major construction milestone took place at the Dutch yacht builder’s busy shipyard. Martinique YN205 will be the seventh yacht of the premium semi-custom Martinique design. Her naval architecture and engineering…

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YN253 - Project Asia launched at Royal Hakvoort

Launch YN253 / Project Asia

Launch Project Asia On January 20th 2024, Royal Hakvoort shipyard launched YN253 / Project Asia at their facilities in Monnickendam in The Netherlands. Designed by Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design and featuring naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design, YN 253/ project Asia was commissioned by a passionate owner looking for a seamless blend of style,…

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YN205 Moonen 122 Martinique - hull turning

Moonen Martinique YN205 gets flipped

Moonen Martinique YN205 gets flipped Moonen Yachts has turned its latest Martinique’s steel hull at the shipyard in the Netherlands. The in-build 37.4m Moonen 122 Martinique (345GT) is available for sale and scheduled for completion on April 25, 2025. The Martinique’s hull flip marks another successful construction milestone for what will be the seventh yacht…

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Blue Jeans winner World Superyacht Awards 2023

Blue Jeans winner WSA 2023 “A very pleasant all-rounder that certainly met the owner’s challenge,” was how the judges of this year’s World Superyacht Awards described Blue Jeans. Despite being up against four other superb nominations in the ‘Semi-displacement or planing motoryacht 30 to 34.99m’ category, Van der Valk’s fully custom entry won by a…

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First Moonen 110 completes Sea trials

Moonen 110 completes sea trials The first 34m Moonen 110 has completed a week of sea trials including a successful endurance test off the Dutch coast on the North Sea. She is available for delivery on May 31, ready to enjoy the summer. The Moonen 110 recaptures the impeccable quality and proven ocean-going performance of…

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Boat International WSA 2023

World Superyacht Awards 2023

World Superyacht Awards 2023 nominees revealed ⁣⁣Each year the Boat International World Superyacht Awards recognise the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the most remarkable superyachts from across the globe. Now in its 18th edition, take a look at the nominees for the 2023 World Superyacht Awards, in association with AKYACHT. The winners will be revealed during…

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Felis, “Project Capella”launched

Felis – Project Capella – launched Felis – Project Capella – Launched at Van der Valk shipyard This February, the 23,65m Explorer motor yacht “Felis” has been launched at Van der Valk shipyard in Waalwijk, The Netherlands. The yacht is under construction for experienced yacht owners, and was initially introduced to the market under the…

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33m Superyacht Lady Fleur

A paradigm shift in yachting: Diana Yacht Design and the 33m superyacht Lady Fleur Written by: Alexander Griffiths Publication: SuperyachtTimes Changes in yachting are notoriously glacial – until last year. When Holterman Shipyard delivered its 32.65-metre superyacht X-treme 105, Lady Fleur, it was quite literally the ‘talk of the town’, and when she debuted at…

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Cocoon launched and Christened

Cocoon launched and christened Moonen YN201 – COCOON – Launched and Christened The Moonen Yachts team has celebrated the christening and launch of COCOON, a 37.8m Moonen Martinique (124 ft). On a crisp Dutch winter morning at the shipyard in Den Bosch, COCOON’s owners joined the build team and the crew to see their new…

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Moonen Martinique YN 203 hull turning

Hull turning of Moonen Martinique YN203

Moonen Martinique YN203 Hull turning of the Moonen Martinique YN203 Moonen Yachts has celebrated the hull turning of project YN203, the 37.8-metre Moonen Martinique (124 ft) now under construction in the Netherlands. The Moonen Martinique hull flip marks another successful construction milestone before the start of outfitting at the Moonen Yachts facilities. Following the sale…

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ACE Conrad C144s

ACE – Conrad C144s launched

ACE – CONRAD C144s C144s ACE: a history-making superyacht by Conrad Shipyard Any new superyacht project should prioritize allowing owners to embrace unrivaled comfort and ravishing surroundings, while still being able to enjoy privacy and tranquility without compromise. With fittings of the highest quality, this 44.5-meter superb craft sets new standards in every sphere. Thoughtfully…

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Blue Jeans launched at Van der Valk shipyard

Blue Jeans – 34m launched

Blue Jeans Blue Jeans – 34m – launched Van der Valk has announced the launch of its 33.74-metre raised pilothouse motor yacht Blue Jeans. The fully-custom build is the most complex motor yacht built by the design team at Van der Valk and is notably the third largest yacht built by the yard.The sleek and…

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Sketching concept yacht kaizen 70m

Designing with DIANA

Lifting the lid on the 70m superyacht design Project Kaizen Written by: Alexander Griffiths Publication: SuperyachtTimes Last year was gilded in gold for Diana Yacht Design as the yacht architecture and design studio celebrated its fiftieth anniversary. More than 77 yachts are in the global fleet that sport a design coined by the Dutch-based studio. Diana Yacht Design has…

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The first Crossover launched at Lynx Yachts

Crossover 27 launched at Lynx Yachts MY AVONTUUR launched at Lynx Yachts The Dutch shipyard, Lynx Yachts, has rounded off the first quarter of 2022 with a major announcement: the launch of its first 27.4-metre Crossover 27 superyacht, Avontuur. Avontuur, which first hit the water on 18th March, is the first in Lynx Yachts’ Crossover…

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Moonen YN200 - launch

36m “Botti” launched

Moonen YN200 – Botti – launched MY BOTTI Launched at Moonen Yachts The much anticipated launch of Moonen built 36 metre M/Y BOTTI is finally upon us. Designed by René van der Velden in collaboration with naval architects Diana Yacht Design and interior designers Studio Indigo, the third Martinique sets herself apart with some striking…

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Diana R.50 concept yacht with helicopter view

How to enter the superyacht industry

Careers 101: How to enter the superyacht industry. Written by: Georgia Tindale Publication: SuperyachtTimes As we emerge from a hectic and enjoyable in-person boat show season, following two years of Covid-19 complications, there is a palpable sense of excitement and energy in the industry. Now more than ever, yachting is under the spotlight as offering…

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Moonen 110 hull flip

Moonen 110 gets flipped

Moonen 110 gets flipped First 34m Moonen 110 gets flipped Announced in January 2021 as project YN202, the 34 metre superyacht from Dutch shipyard Moonen Yachts, has reached its next milestone since the keel laying. Representatives from Moonen Yachts and Diana Yacht Design gathered at Talsma Shipyards in Friesland, where four heavy duty cranes carefully assisted in turning the 34 metre hull…

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Top Five II in IJmuiden

TOP FIVE II (61m) delivered

Royal Hakvoort delivers 61m custom superycht TOP FIVE II Royal Hakvoort Shipyard is proud to announce the delivery of the yard’s latest custom superyacht TOP FIVE II. Known as Project YN251 throughout her build, the 61-metre motor yacht departed the Netherlands on September 2nd after completing sea trials on the North Sea in July. Sinot…

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Superyacht Legend in Norwegian Fjords

DIANA: 50 years and 71+ superyacht projects later

What 50 years as a yacht design company looks like Written by: Laura Nicholls Publication: BOAT International   Over five decades ago, three passionate Dutch engineers agreed to start working together on a handful of superyacht design projects as a brand-new freelance collective. As innocent as it seems, what became of this collaboration is now…

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Diana Yacht Design Timeline

50 Years of Diana Yacht Design Written by: Parisa Hashempour Publication: SuperYacht Times In 1971, Diana Yacht Design first opened its doors in Amstelveen, the Netherlands. Over the past 50 years, the naval architecture and design company has championed Dutch Maritime heritage, developing award-winning naval architecture and engineering for some of the world’s most exciting superyacht projects.…

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Team Diana, Jerry Lakeman, Yoeri van Ommen, Lars de Smit

A day in the life of a superyacht marine engineer

A day in the Life of a superyacht marine engineer Written by: Georgia Tindale Publication: SuperyachtTimes What does the job entail? In a nutshell, marine engineers design the yacht’s construction details, technical spaces and systems (including engine rooms, emergency generator rooms and so on) to ensure the smooth daily operation of the vessel and that…

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Concept yacht Zenith at anchor

A day in the life of a superyacht exterior designer

A day in the life of a superyacht exterior designer Written by: Georgia Tindale Publication: SuperYachtTimes   Who isn’t intrigued by the life of a superyacht designer? Of all of the industry’s careers, that of the superyacht exterior designer must rank amongst the most fascinating and mysterious out there. And demanding too: with a barrage…

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Cruising the med-sea - credit Tom van Oossanen

5 Top Tips for custom yacht design

5 Top Tips for custom yacht design Written by: Georgia Tindale Publication: SuperYachtTimes   So, you’ve decided that the superyacht lifestyle is the one for you. You are determined to take the plunge and design your dream vessel from scratch: your very own custom yacht. However, when you actually contemplate making a start on this…

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44m Conrad C144S under construction

44m Conrad C144S under construction Conrad Shipyard is pleased to announce their latest custom-designed and built superyacht C144S. The C144S model is the step up from the Conrad C133, whose incarnation is the impressive ‘Viatoris’, winner of the 2019 World Superyacht Award. In C144S, the “S” stands for Straight bow which makes her even more…

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Moonen 110 becomes YN202

Moonen 110 becomes YN202 Moonen 110, the newest design concept from Dutch superyacht builder Moonen Yachts hasofficially become the next yacht in line to be built at their shipyard in ‘s-Hertogenbosch. The engineering of YN202 has started, in preparation of the yacht construction that will begin in June. Characterised by her sleek, low profile design,…

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van der Valk 34 metre explorer yacht

New order 34-metre explorer

New 34-metre explorer Lady Lene Premium Dutch builder Van der Valk has received an impressive new order to build a fully custom 34-metre explorer motoryacht. To optimise efficiency and meet a wide range of very specific requests from the clients, the shipyard has brought together a team of four leading players from the Dutch superyacht…

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Webinar IMO Tier III

Webinar: IMO Tier III

  Tune in for a webinar on the latest changes and adaptions to IMO Tier III. Even in these challenging times it’s good to expand our understanding of the latest developments in our sector. This certainly holds true for the upcoming IMO Tier III regulations on nitrogen oxide emissions for large new yachts sailing in…

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World Superyacht Awards 2019 Boat International

Brigadoon and Viatoris winners World Superyacht Awards 2019

Brigadoon and Viatoris winners World Superyacht Awards 2019 Last Sunday the World Superyacht Awards took place in London. The glamorous ceremony hosted by Boat International was held at the Old Billingsgate. Two yachts with naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design have been nominated and became winners. Both yachts had to compete in their category with…

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2 of the nominees for The World Superyachts Awards are Brigadoon and Viatoris

Brigadoon and Viatoris nominated!

The World Superyacht Awards 2019 The nominees of The World Superyacht Awards 2019 have been announced. 40 m super yacht Viatoris, designed by Reymond Langton, built by Conrad shipyard and naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design is nominated in the category “Displacement Motor Yachts below 500GT – 30m to 47.9m”. Nominated in the category “Semi-Displacement…

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Launch of the YXT built by Lynx Yachts in Nijkerk

YXT 24 Evolution is launched

YXT 24 Evolution Last Friday Lynx Yachts in Nijkerk has launched the 27 metre long YXT 24 Evolution. It already is the fourth hull in the succesfull YXT series. With a total of 75 square metres of deck space there is enough space for water toys, tenders and a Land Rover. A fitness area, gym,…

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Brigadoon by Moonen with naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design

Moonen Shipyards launched 36 metre Brigadoon

Superyacht Brigadoon Luxury motor yacht Brigadoon with design by René van der Velden, naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design and interior design by Nauta Yachts is launched! The hull of the 36 metre long superyacht is made from high-tensile steel and she has an aluminium superstructure. Brigadoon can accommodate 10 guests in 5 staterooms and…

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Motor yacht Viatoris with steel hull and aluminum superstructure

Conrad delivered superyacht Viatoris to owner

Superyacht Viatoris Polish shipyard Conrad has successfully delivered the 40 metre long project C133 to her owners. She was christened Viatoris what is latin for traveller. With exterior design by Reymond Langton Design, naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design and her interior design from the boards of Conrad’s in-house design team she has become a…

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Order for third explorer

New 28-metre explorer Van der Valk in the Netherlands has received the order for the third in its impressive line of Explorer motoryachts. This 28-metre project with a raised pilothouse is being built for a repeat client and will benefit from the full range of Van der Valk’s expertise and craftsmanship as well as the…

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Soprano and Cyclone are nominated!

The World Superyacht Awards 2018 The nominees of The World Superyacht Awards 2018 have been announced. 38.3 Metre long motor yacht Soprano, with design and naval architecture by DIANA and built by Hakvoort shipyard is nominee in the category Displacement Motor Yachts Below 500GT – 30m to 39.9m. 43.7 Metre long motor yacht Cyclone with…

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Bluebird Concept yacht seaview

Presenting the Bluebird Concept

A family apartment with ever-shifting panoramas Diana Yacht Design unveils a new concept for a 55-metre family home on the seas. Designed for extended voyages, the Bluebird provides a completely private two-storey apartment, in addition to abundant space for guests elsewhere. Click to discover the complete concept. What’s going on See our magazine publicationsVacancies

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Cyclone by Tansu Yachts Bluebird concept by Diana Yacht Design

Cyclone is a winner!

From finalist to winner! Last Sunday the prestigious Boat International Desgin & Innovation Awards were held in Kitzbühel Austria. Motor yacht Cyclone was finalist in two categories and became the winner in the category Best Exterior Styling – Motor Yachts Below 45m. Congratulations to all involved! What’s going on See our magazine publicationsVacancies

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Boat International Design & Innovation Awards 2018

M/Y Cyclone and M/Y Soprano This weekend Kitzbühel Austria is the decor for the Boat International Design & Innovation Awards. The 43.7 metre long motor yacht Cyclone, designed and built by Tansu Yachts is finalist in two categories; Best Exterior Styling Motor Yachts Below 45m and Best Interior Design Motor Yachts Below 399 GT. The…

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Sketch of Bluebird concept yacht

55m Bluebird

55m Bluebird After 10 years of ownership Hans-Maarten Bais, Creative director of Diana Yacht Design, says: ‘It is time to look back at the past, see what we did and to make plans for the next decade.’ The last decade 21 yachts have been delivered based on our naval architecture and engineering. The total amount…

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Explorer yacht Legend in the Arctic

Winner World Superyacht Awards 2017

Winner World Superyacht Awards 2017 When you are submitting a motor yacht to the World Superyacht Awards you always hope that she will become the winner in that specific category. Every person that is involved in designing and (re)building a yacht works hard to get the best out of his/her work. The hope to become…

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Soprano by Hakvoort with naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design

Soprano launch

Soprano launch Shipyard Hakvoort as the builder, Diana Yacht Design as the exterior designer and naval architect and Felix Buytendijk Yacht Design as the interior designer teamed up for the eighth time to create another masterpiece. The result is this beauty with classic bold lines with matching interior. Her Moondust colored hull give her personality…

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Just J's by Hakvoort with naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design

World Superyacht Awards 2017

World Superyacht Awards 2017 We are proud to announce that motor yacht Legend is finalist in the category Rebuilt Yachts. After a 2 year during extensively rebuilt/refit 77.4 m long Legend successfully hit the water on March 24, 2016. She is capable to sail 30 guests in all luxury and comfort to even the thoughest…

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Legend

Just three months after her successful launch, expedition yacht Legend left for her maiden trip. With exterior design and naval architecture by DIANA she transformed into an icebreaking passengership with a 1B-Swedish/Finnish classification. She was lengthened in the stern by 3,60 metre, completely restyled by extending the superstructure and rebuilding the mast to make her…

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Bijoux

On Saturday May 14, early in the morning, motor yacht Bijoux hits the water at Moonen Shipyards in ‘s-Hertogenbosch. She is the first in the Moonen Caribbean series and has a steel hull and aluminum superstructure. With her 30 metres in length, and a total of four cabins she is a perfect family and friends yacht.

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Legend at Icon Yachts in Harlingen

Legend

It was an exciting moment on March 24, 2016. After months of hard work, explorer yacht Legend is launched at Icon Yacht in Harlingen, Holland. The in 1973 IHC built expedition yacht was extensively refitted and renovated, transforming her into an icebreaking passengership with a 1B-Swedish/Finnish classification. She was lengthened in the stern by 3,60…

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DN 457

DN 457 Picturesque Monnickendam was the decor for the launch of the 61 metre long super yacht Just J’s. She easily accommodates 12 guests in seven luxurious guest cabins. The deck above the main deck is completely dedicated to the owners and comprises a master stateroom, a his and hers bathroom, a study and a…

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Monaco Yacht Show 2015

Monaco Yacht Show 2015 From September 23-26, Port Hercules, Monaco, is the decor for 121 superyachts, 500 exhibitors and 33.000 participants. Two yachts with design and naval architecture by DIANA will be present on the show. The 33.4 metre long motor yacht Heliad II is able to sleep up a total of 10 guests in…

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DIANA 472

DIANA 472 On September 10th 2015, the hull of DIANA 472 was launched at Shipyard Buijs and will be transported to Shipyard Hakvoort in Monnickendam where she will be finished and is due to final launch in 2017. Her exterior is based on other famous DIANA yachts, like Pamela V and Heliad II. With her…

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Refit Legend

Refit Legend The 3.6 meter long stern extension of Legend recently completed, she now measures a total length of 77.4 meters long. The extra space which is created by this extension will be equipped with a swimming pool and swim platform. Some other modifications which are in progress are the fully certified helicopter platform, a…

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The World Superyacht Awards 2015

The World Superyacht Awards 2015 On May 9th Amsterdam is for the second consecutive year the decor of the World Superyacht Awards. The spectacular awards ceremony is combined with a gala dinner and dance and will be attended by an international audience of yacht owners and the most influential players in the superyacht industry. Two…

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Matica

Matica With proud we present the first building pictures of the Moonen Matica. One of her features is that the entire transom has been turned into a giant hatch that opens aft to form a large swimming platform for guests. A fixed stairway on the starboard side connects this fabulous leisure area to the main…

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ShowBoats Design Awards 2015

ShowBoats Design Awards 2015 On February 23rd 2015 in Kitzbühel, Austria the most glamorous event in the yachting industry will take place. Our team is nominated with So’Mar and Alyssa in the category Naval Architecture Award – Semi-Displacement Motor Yacht. We are very proud and excited to be one of the finalists. So’Mar is also…

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Motor yacht Alyssa

Motor yacht Alyssa Tansu Yachts launched its second super yacht this year. Alyssa has the typical Tansu Yachts look with sturdy and sharp lines. She is a luxury motor yacht completely constructed in cold moulded wood. Her total length is 38.75 metres and she offers comfortable accommodation to 8 guests in 4 staterooms 1 owner…

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Fraser London

Fraser London In central London, financial heart of the capital of the United Kingdom, where pleasure and business meet, broker Fraser Yachts run one of their offices. The cooperation between Diana Yacht Design and Fraser Yachts goes back a long time and on behalf of their invitation we now have the honor to display our…

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YXT by Lynx Yachts with naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design

YXT One

YXT One The superb 24 metre long YXT One is a semi-displacement motor yacht support vessel. With her sleek and strong lines she has a sturdy look. She accommodates four guests in two double guest cabins and a total of two crew in two cabins, including the captain. The guest cabins are provided with a…

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ShowBoats Design Awards 2014

ShowBoats Design Awards 2014 Last Monday the annually ShowBoats Design Awards were presented again. Motor yacht Apostrophe is winner in the category Exterior Design and Styling Award – Displacement Motor Yachts 30m – 59.99m. We would like to congratulate Reymond Langton Design and Hakvoort shipyard with this award. They did a great job and made…

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Robbie Bobby tender garage and swimplatform

Heliad II and Apostrophe

Heliad II and Apostrophe After the first announcement that motor yacht Heliad II is a finalist at the ShowBoats Design Awards we now received the message that motor yachts Heliad II and Apostrophe are finalists at the second famous and prestigious award show. Capital city Amsterdam has the honour to host this years glittering ceremony…

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Heliad II

We are very proud and excited that once again one of our yachts is a finalist at this show. This year the most famous and glittering event of the year will take place on February 24th in Wattens, Austria. The designers perfectly translated the owners wishes into this practical no-nonsense yacht which is very pretty…

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Superyachts series

Within a couple of weeks Discovery Channel will broadcast a new series called SuperYachts. In this series all aspects about designing and building a superyacht will be highlighted. The dutch yachting industry is well known all over the world because of the high quality we deliver and knowlegde we have. Yards, designers and sub-contractors tell…

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Heliad II

Heliad II It was a perfect day for a perfect launch of motor yacht Heliad II. After two years of hard work she is ready to be shown to the world. Ten guests, including the owners, can stay comfortably on board in five cabins (two double guest cabins, 2 VIP cabins and an owners suite).…

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Only Now by Tansu Yachts

Only Now is a winner!

Only Now is a winner! Last saturday, May 4th, was a fabulous evening. All guests looked at their best, women in beautiful dresses, men in black suits and everybody was a little excited what the evening would bring. After a delicious dinner the awards ceremony started. Motor yacht Only Now was one of the five…

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Only Now with naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design

Superyacht Awards

Superyacht Awards An other second famous awards show is the ShowBoats Design Awards, which will be held on Friday June 21. And on that show there are even 2 yachts with naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design nominated. The 30m Alaska build by Moonen Shipyard, is finalist in the category Interior Design Award – Displacement…

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Apostrophe by Hakvoort with naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design

Apostrophe

Apostrophe Last Saturday Hakvoort has launched motor yacht Apostrophe. This beautiful stylish yacht is truly a individual owners yacht. The elegant profile is in perfect harmony with the exterior spaces and the large windows give the idea that this boat is longer than 40 meter. All decks offer beautiful panoramic views that simply strengthen the…

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Dubai Boat Show

Dubai Boat Show The Dubai International Marine club is preparing itself for the largest marine show of the region. During these 5 days exhibitors will show theirlatest and finest collections. 430 Yachts will be displayed to 26.000 visitors. To make the access to the show easier free water taxis and shuttle buses provide transportation to…

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Fort Lauderdale Boatshow 2012

Fort Lauderdale Boatshow 2012 The Fort Lauderdale Boat Show is held from October 25-29, 2012. Diana Yacht Design is also present during this show without a booth so we can increase our accessibility and make appointments according to your wishes. If you are interested in an appointment you can send an e-mail to info@dianayachtdesign.com or you…

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DIANA Blu flybridge

DIANA Blu flybridge A comfortable yacht, inviting, elegant and with plenty of comfort. The new beautiful 28 meter Diana Blu is created with the focus on comfort for families as well as the charter market. The suites are of a good size and well appointed. The sun deck is a real treat, it has enough…

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ShowBoats Design Awards

ShowBoats Design Awards Superyacht owners, designers and industry leaders from all over the world will come together for the prestigious ShowBoats Design Awards that will be held in the Monaco Opera House during the Rendezvouz in Monaco on June 22, 2012. MY Pamela V, designed by our team, is one of the finalists in the…

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Hainan Rendez Vous

Hainan Rendez Vous The show will take place from April 5th – 8th in Sanya, Hainan Province, China. Over 100 superyachts, catamarans, jewellery, exotic travel services, luxury real estate and much much more is wrapped in a inspirational environment of tropical Sanya. A part of our team is also present at this show, you can…

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Boot Dusseldorf 2012

Boot Dusseldorf 2012 In 17 halls 1600 exhibitors over more than 50 countries will present their products. This international Boat Show will be held from 21 to 29 January 29 2012. Diana Yacht Design will be present at this show. If you’d like to make an appointment for a meeting you can call us. What’s…

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Attessa IV

Attessa IV The refit for super yacht Attessa IV has completed, and what a stunning yacht she became. Luxury, modern, comfort and a touch of classic are the keywords for her. The refit has taken over 3,5 years to complete. In the november edition of ShowBoats International you can read the complete refit story. You…

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Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show 2011

Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show 2011 The “Yachting Capital of the World”, Fort Lauderdale Florida, is preparing itself for the 52nd international yacht show on October 27-31, 2011. The show counts 3 million square feet in land and in water and is spread over 6 locations. Bus shuttles, water taxis and riverboats ensure attendees can easily…

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Monaco Yacht Show 2011

Monaco Yacht Show 2011 Monaco is preparing itself for the 21st Monaco Yacht Show this year. The show data are from September 21st until September 24 2011. 500 Exhibitors with well known expertise will present top quality services and products. A selection of 100 exceptional super and mega-yachts from 25 to over 90 m long…

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Diana 408

Diana 408 Tomorrow the Diana 408 will be delivered to her owner. The sea trial that was done 2 weeks ago went perfect. She’s a true sea worthy yacht with all luxury and comfort one could wish. Eye catcher of this design is the owner’s deck with the luxurious master stateroom at the foreside with…

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Diana 436

Diana 436 The yacht industry seems to be slowly recovering from the recession. We attended several yacht shows (Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, Monaco Yacht Show, China (Shanghai) International Boat Show) and noticed that during these shows the visitors increased and that the demand for new yachts expands. This is also noticeable in our office. The…

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Diana 408

Diana 408 It was a perfect day for the launch of this beautiful yacht. Naval architecture and exterior lines are from Diana Yacht Design and the interior is designed by Jacques Grange. The Diana 408 is a yacht with steel hull and aluminum superstructure. 10 Guests can stay the night in 5 staterooms and will…

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World Superyacht Awards winner 2011

World Superyacht Awards winner 2011 Yesterday ATTESSA IV won THE BEST REBUILT YACHT AWARD at the World Superyacht Awards 2011. ATTESSA IV is awarded during a fantastic event in the Guildhall, in the centre of London. We would like to congratulate the complete building team, the team at WYG, the shipyard, the yacht designer Glade…

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International Yacht Award winner 2011 (1)

International Yacht Award winner 2011 (1) We are very proud to announce that at The International Yacht Awards 2011 super yacht MYSTIC is awarded in the category of Power Yachts over 40m. Thanks to all who voted!!! The DESIGN ET AL International Yard Awards were held in the UK on April 15 2011. Mystic is…

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International Yacht Award winner 2011 (2)

International Yacht Award winner 2011 (2) We would like to congratulate Arredamenti Porto with the award for Eleanor Allen nominated in the category Refit/Rebuild/Conversion. Diana Yacht Design did the original design and naval architecture for this yacht. She is built in 1979 at De vries Scheepsbouw, Feadschip A perfect example that a Diana designed yacht…

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Shanghai Boat Show 2011

Shanghai Boat Show 2011 Over 400 various brands from more than 20 countries and nearly 300 boats will be displayed at the Shanghai Boat Show 2011. The show runs for 4 days from 14th April to 17th April in 2011 and during these days Diana Yacht Design will be present at this show. If you…

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Dubai Boat Show 2011

Dubai Boat Show 2011 Diana Yacht Design will be present at the Dubai International Boat Show in Dubai on the 2nd and 3rd of March 2011. The Dubai International Boat Show is the undisputed leader and the most anticipated event in the yachting calendar. If you want to arrange a meeting you can contact us…

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D-250, The third is unveiled!

D-250, The third is unveiled! Enthusiasm has been translated perfectly into 3 outstanding motor yachts. Today the world is about to discover the final piece of our magnificent series of 3 yachts, the 68 meters Diana 250. She offers everything for an active but relaxing stay on board. What’s going on See our magazine publicationsVacancies

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World Superyacht Awards 2011 nominations

World Superyacht Awards 2011 nominations Again two yachts with naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design are nominated for a World Superyacht Award! M/Y Livadia is nominated in the category Best Displacement Motor yacht of below 500GT (30m to approximately 49.9m). M/Y Attessa IV is nominated in the category Best Rebuilt Yacht. What’s going on See…

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Diana’s new order

Diana’s new order We proudly pronounce that we are the winners of a new order. A 33.5m yacht with code name: Jericho. A beautiful elegant yacht, with all luxury and comfort for the owners and guests. Take a look! What’s going on See our magazine publicationsVacancies

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D-190, The second is unveiled!

D-190, The second is unveiled! The most recent unveiling is the glamorous and impressive spacious 57m motor yacht Diana 190. Elegant looks, excellent sea-keeping, first-class layout and streamlined. We believe she will turn many heads. D-190 is designed and will be built to the highest international standards. What’s going on See our magazine publicationsVacancies

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METS 2010

METS 2010 Today we pronounce the coupe version of the DIANA Blu. The hull is, apart from the back completely the same as the flybridge version. The back of the yacht is slightly slanted away just like the window at the salon which results in a good symmetry and a playful effect. What’s going on…

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Fort Lauderdale Boatshow 2010

Fort Lauderdale Boatshow 2010 From October 26th until November 2nd 2010, the 51st Fort Lauderdale Boatshow will be held in Fort Lauderdale Florida. Diana Yacht Design is also present at this boatshow. If you’d like to make an appointment for a meeting give us a call! What’s going on See our magazine publicationsVacancies

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D-150, The first is unveiled

D-150, The first is unveiled After months of calculating, fitting and drawing she’s ready! Diana 150, 45 meters, steel hull and aluminum superstructure. Guests are really pampered on this yacht. Spacious cabins, extensive decks and two large salons on different levels. No space is wasted on this yacht! What’s going on See our magazine publicationsVacancies

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New Design

New Design P.B. Behage Yacht Designer and Diana Yacht Design joined forces and designed a new superyacht, Nostalgic ll. Modern and classic lines brings back the feeling of the classic modeled yachts, modeled with new updates. The team for this new nostalgic design is striving towards a reduction of CO2-emission with dear 15 per cent…

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Monaco Yacht Show 2010

From September 22/25 2010 the 20th Monaco Yacht Show will be held at Port Hercules-Principality of Monaco. Diana Yacht Design is also present at this event. Without a stand this year but we will have an active approach. Making a appointment for a meeting at the show is possible. We are telephonically contactable during our stay in Monaco.
Tel: 0031 ( 0 ) 72-5200155.

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Casco launch Diana 417

On friday June 11th 2010, Hakvoort launched the hull of project 417, at casco builder/shipyard Made in Moerdijk. With over one year to go before the final launch, the casco will now be towed to shipyard Hakvoort in Monnickendam where she will be finished. Naval architecture is done by Diana Yacht Design.

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World Superyacht Awards 2009

World Superyacht Awards 2009 Two yachts,My Trust and Darsea, with naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design are nominated for the World Superyacht Awards 2009! Yachts in the category of best displacement motor yacht of below 500GT (approx 30m-49m). What’s going on See our magazine publicationsVacancies

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