The Dutch shipyards have been the focal point of maritime news this month. Feadship took the lead with updates on three 75-metre-plus builds, including the world's first fuel-cell-powered superyacht, while Oceanco and Royal Huisman closely followed with new Simply Custom yacht designs and the restoration of a 1930s motorsailer, respectively. Meanwhile, global headlines featured the reappearance of the 117.3-metre Galeb in Croatia, once owned by the president of former Yugoslavia, and rumors of LVMH's interest in acquiring a stake in a Ferretti Group brand.

Feadship's 75.8-metre superyacht One, formerly known as Project 825, was launched at their facility in Kaag, the Netherlands. The yacht boasts a two-tone exterior by Studio De Voogt, featuring distinctive metal railings that contrast with its long line of dark windows. Designer Thijs Orth explained, "The brief was for a masculine design that was also timeless and elegant. Achieving this look is no easy feat."

Oceanco unveiled 12 new exterior renderings for its 80-metre Simply Custom range, simplifying the commissioning process with a proven naval platform by Lateral Naval Architects. The collection now includes 27 designs from renowned designers like Cor D. Rover, De Basto Designs, Phi Design Lab, Pininfarina, and Sinot.

Feadship's 118.8-metre Project 821 completed its inaugural sea trials near IJmuiden, Amsterdam. As the world's first fuel-cell-powered superyacht, Project 821 was launched in May and quickly joined the market with Edmiston. Jan-Bart Verkuyl, Feadship director and CEO at Royal Van Lent Shipyard, stated, "Our goal is to develop new, clean technology not just for this project, but for the entire industry."

The wreckage of the 47-metre Heesen yacht Atina was recovered in Sardinia, Italy. On August 11, Atina sank approximately 300 metres from the coast of Olbia following a fire that engulfed the stern. Dramatic footage from the Olbia Coast Guard shows the superyacht listing and sinking as flames spread.

The historic 117.3-metre superyacht Galeb has undergone a five-year restoration at Kraljevica Shipyard in Croatia. Formerly owned by the president of Yugoslavia, Galeb will now serve as a "floating museum" showcasing its history and featuring public facilities such as a restaurant, café, and accommodation.

The 101.2-metre superyacht Project 1014 entered outfitting at Feadship's facility in Makkum, the Netherlands. Last seen on transport through Dutch canals, the yard confirmed Project 1014 will remain under wraps until its 2026 launch.

British shipyard Sunseeker was acquired by Miami-based Lionheart Capital and Italian-owned Orienta Capital Partners, acting as advisors to FARO Alternative Investments. Previously owned by Chinese conglomerate Dalian Wanda, Sunseeker was acquired in 2013 for £320 million.

Italian media reports suggest LVMH founder, chairman, and CEO Bernard Arnault is particularly interested in Ferretti Group's Riva brand, founded in 1842 by Pietro Riva. Known for its luxury open, sportfly, and flybridge vessels ranging from eight to 54 metres, Riva is a coveted brand in the yachting world.

The 30.5-metre "high-performance" sailing yacht Magic Carpet e is preparing for its official launch at Persico Marine's facilities in La Spezia, Italy. Commissioned by Welsh businessman Sir Lindsay Owen-Jones, the yacht is a testament to innovative design. Marcello Persico, CEO of Persico Marine, said, "Magic Carpet e sets a new standard in high-performance technology, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in yacht design."

Huisfit, the refit arm of Dutch shipyard Royal Huisman, provided a first look inside the 37.3-metre Atlantide following its two-year restoration and relaunch. Built by British yard Philip & Sons in 1930, Atlantide has a rich history spanning over 90 years. Arriving at the Vollenhove yard in January 2021 for a cosmetic refresh, it was soon discovered that the yacht required more extensive repairs due to structural damage.

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