In a major operation off the Canary Islands, Spanish authorities intercepted the yacht Lona, loaded with cocaine. The crew set the vessel ablaze, injuring one member who needed airlifting. Despite the fire, officers recovered 25 kilos of drugs, highlighting international cooperation against drug trafficking in the region.
A video showing a tense moment as a large yacht named Aurora collided with the docked cruise ship Allure of the Seas has been circulating on social media. Passengers onboard witnessed the luxury vessel approaching and making contact with the massive cruise ship in Nassau harbor, causing concern and visible damage.
The St Vincent and the Grenadines Sailing Association, along with the French Embassy and Blue Life Yacht Charters, are offering local youth training and work experience in the yacht charter industry. This program aims to prepare them for careers in this growing sector, with training taking place in Bequia over 8 weekends between October 2024 and May 2025.
Italian prosecutors are investigating Captain James Cutfield, the New Zealander responsible for the sunken superyacht that claimed the life of British magnate Mike Lynch. Cutfield faces charges of manslaughter and shipwreck in connection to the tragic incident off the coast of Sicily. The investigation is ongoing, with autopsies pending and other crew members possibly implicated.
Italian prosecutors in Sicily are investigating the sinking of Mike Lynch’s yacht, Bayesian. Victims may have been caught off guard by bad weather, potentially asleep or trying to escape. Autopsies will shed light on the tragedy. Speculation surrounds human error as British authorities and survivors cooperate in the ongoing investigation.
Videos and news reports show a near collision between a luxury charter yacht and a tourist boat in the Greek Islands, sparking an official investigation. The tourist boat had the right of way, but the yacht failed to follow navigation rules. Concerns about safety and alcohol involvement are being raised as authorities look into the incident.
Tragedy struck off the coast of Queensland as a racing yacht capsized, resulting in the death of a sailor. The vessel lost its keel, causing it to capsize four nautical miles off Lady Elliot Island. A father and son were rescued, but a third man, aged 65, was found deceased. The incident highlights the risks of high-performance keel designs in racing yachts.
The second luxury superyacht for the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, named Ilma, completed sea trials off the coast of France. Designed by Aivan, the ship features a sleek exterior inspired by private yacht design. With larger size and traditional layout, Ilma will accommodate 448 passengers in 224 suites, offering ultra-luxury amenities.
