For us, yachts are enablers of emotions — Next Yacht Group CEO Gennaro Candida De Matteo Oceanco M/Y Infinity The Dutch company’s largest motor yacht to date, the 117m Infinity is also the largest ever built in the Netherlands. The exterior design is by Espen Øino International and the contemporary interior by Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design and David Kleinberg Design Associates. Naval architecture is by Lateral Naval Architects. The elegant interior accommodates up to 16 guests and she reaches a top speed of 18.5 knots. oceancoyacht.com PHOTOS FROM TOP: FRANCISCO MARTINEZ, A&B PHOTODESIGN, TOM VAN OOSSANEN Lürssen M/Y Blue On 2 July, the 160m Blue embarked on her maiden voyage to the Mediterranean. Many years of planning, engineering and building to the finest and highest standards have come to an end. “To execute such a comprehensive project, an excellent team is necessary,” emphasises managing partner Peter Lürssen. At Lürssen, technology and engineering are the key strengths, here combining to generate less noise and vibration, reduce nitrogen oxide levels, and create a state-of-the-art exhaust after-treatment system, with clean wastewater turned into drinking-water quality. All of that might not sound so sexy, but these are necessities to enjoy life on board. luerssen.com Next Yacht Group AB 80 Another unit within the AB series was launched in June. Speed is the brand core for the Italian firm AB, and a top one of over 50kn is guaranteed per contract. The pleasure of high performance is also the success of the brand, with five units between 24 and 37 metres launched, and in just four months three units ranging from 30 and 37 metres sold. The 25.40m AB 80 is scheduled for delivery at the end of the year. nextyachtgroup.com CENTURION-MAGAZINE.COM 79
