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Following a statement from Viking Yachts, the grounding of the 28.4-metre yacht named Pastime has been attributed to a loss of power caused by "fuel interruption" to the generators and main engines. "[Pastime] was set adrift as the captain and crew tried to resolve the problem. The crew tried to deploy the anchor by releasing the brake, but unfortunately, the devil claw was still attached," explained a spokesperson for the shipyard. "It subsequently was lodged into the deployment chute rendering the anchor unusable. [She then] came to rest on the shore in Delray Beach, Florida."

Extra Yachts announces the sale of the Extra X96 Triplex Anvilugi to a Turkish client. The Extra X96 Triplex is distinguished in its category, boasting an impressive 238 GT. External lines, curated by Francesco Guida in collaboration with Palumbo Superyachts designers, ensure a sleek appearance. The interiors, bearing the signature of Hot Lab studio, enhance the yacht's elegance and ambiance.

For the past 85 years, Mulder has built aluminum yachts from its family-owned facility in Zoeterwoude in the Netherlands. When the owners of Seaflower went to the yard for a new build, they were greeted with an offer they couldn’t refuse: a 12-month build time for the 118-footer, with the option to customize and, resale value in mind, instant pedigree from a Dutch shipyard.

The 182.9-metre, record-breaking research expedition vessel REV Ocean has resumed construction at one of Vard's facilities in Norway with an expected new length of 194 metres. BOAT International has confirmed that delivery is scheduled for February 2025, with REV Ocean expected to become fully operational from Q4 2026. Construction on REV Ocean paused in 2021, but the shipyard has affirmed that its vision for the vessel remains "unchanged" and work will be done to improve its functionality. This includes an amidships extension of 12 metres and a rearranged layout that sees "more space and increased science capacity in the main hangar of the vessel".

Damen Yachting has launched the 74m Amels 242 and the 60m Amels 200 this week. The new Amels Limited Editions superyachts are the first two yachts the Dutch shipyard has launched on the same day in its history. Both yachts feature customised Amels Limited Editions exteriors by designer Tim Heywood, with the semi-custom offering allowing owners to design the interiors. Whilst unconnected, both owners opted to commission Winch.