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Jozeph Forakis reveals 'invisible' 3D-printed superyacht

After the world premiere of the CL Yachts' flagship CLX96 at FLIBS 2022, designer Jozeph Forakis has revealed his design for a 'rule-breaking', 3D-printed superyacht that could be introduced as soon as 2030. READ: CL Yachts’ flagship CLX96 SAV makes global debut Forakis...

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CL Yachts appoints Asian dealers

CL Yachts, a production yacht builder with headquarters in Hong Kong, has appointed new dealerships to handle sales in Greater China and Southeast Asia, as well as the Middle East, in response to growing enquiries from these regions. Asia Boating Ltd, based...

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CL Yachts' flagship CLX96 SAV makes global debut

The first CLX96 SAV (Sea Activity Vessel) has made its debut at the 62nd Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), which took place in Florida from October 26-30, 2022. The 29.5-metre superyacht has been specifically designed by CL Yachts for the American...

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Spotlight – CLX96: Plenty of X-factor

At first glance, the new CLX96 superyacht, which premiered at the Cheoy Lee Shipyard in Lai Chi Kok, Hong Kong in May, makes quite an impression with its original aesthetics and generous deck spaces. The white and grey, clean-lined new hull with...

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Asia-Pacific Boating Sep/Oct 2022 issue out now

CLICK HERE AND SAVE 10% OFF AN ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION TODAY Once again, the eyes of the world’s yacht-minded turn to the annual shows in Cannes and Monaco this September and into October. Both have regained their post-pandemic momentum and, as many know, in...

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CL Yachts launches CLB65 family cruiser

CL Yachts has launched the first hull of the new CLB65, three months before the model's world premiere at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show in October. The CLB65 flybridge is an entry-level family cruiser. It's the smallest boat made by CL Yachts...

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Carmen Lau: 'Above all else, new superyacht owners want originality'

I once witnessed a client get on the wrong yacht at a marina because there were three similar-looking yachts nearby. Don’t get me wrong, there is nothing wrong with going with popular and reliable yacht models that have a proven track record...

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The first CLX96 heads to US for global debut

CL Yachts's CLX96 is heading to the US, after its successful premiere event in Hong Kong. The 29.5m crossover yacht, created in collaboration with designer Jozeph Forakis, is the flagship of the builder's new X Series. The yacht was loaded onto a...

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CLX96 to premiere in Hong Kong in May

CL Yachts has confirmed that its anticipated new CLX96 will debut in Hong Kong in May. CL Yachts’ first 'Sea Activity Vessel' has been designed by Milan-based designer Jozeph Forakis, best known for his work outside the yachting industry, to bring a...

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CL Yachts showcases new interior options for CLB88

CL Yachts has confirmed details of the new interior design packages available on its CLB88 model, which was recently re-imagined by Milan-based designer Jozeph Forakis. “The essence of CLB88 is trying to balance a sense of tradition and forward-thinking design, and I think...

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CL Yachts' CLX96 undergoes maiden sea trial

The new CL Yachts flagship underwent a successful sea trial earlier this month. The CLX96 Sea Activity Vessel (SAV), which launched in December, was able to reach a top speed of between 24 to 25 knots at full load condition with weights...

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Born in 2018, CL Yachts seeks to reinvent today’s motor yacht for tomorrow. With a focus on sophisticated, understated elegance, all models in the CL Yachts fleet are designed with comfort and performance in mind. Every detail, both seen and unseen, is...

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20 for '22: Ones to watch in 2022

As the luxury yacht industry continues to boom, and stakeholders react to shifting demands and unpredictable supply chains, 2022 is set to be a year filled with both surprises and successes across Asia-Pacific. We pick 20 dynamic people making things happen in...

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Video: CL Yachts launches new CLX96

CL Yachts has launched its first Sea Activity Vessel (SAV), the new CLX96, which made its technical launch at the shipyard. The splashing of the 29.5-metre yacht was held up due to issues related to Covid-19, but the yard says its processes...

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CL Yachts says CLX96 to launch in weeks

CL Yachts has announced that its new CLX96 Sea Activity Vessel (SAV) will launch in a matter of weeks. Painting on the pilothouse and flybridge is now complete and CL Yachts says its team is moving to complete the main deck and...

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Camper & Nicholsons appointed global agent for CLX96

Camper & Nicholsons has been appointed as the worldwide agent (excluding the USA, South America and Canada) – for the sale of CL Yachts’ upcoming flagship CLX96. The model will be represented by Hugo Van Schaik of Camper & Nicholsons’ Asia division.The...

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First CLX96 SAV set for July launch

The first CLX96 from CL Yachts is entering the final stages of construction and is set for launch in July. CL Yachts describes the new CLX96 as a “Sea Activity Vehicle” playing on the “SUV” moniker used for one of the world’s...

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CLB65 flybridge unveiled by CL Yachts

CL Yachts, the yacht division of legendary Hong Kong boat builder Cheoy Lee, has revealed details of its new CLB65 flybridge model, which is set to launch in late 2021.The entry-level family cruiser has been designed by veteran naval architect Howard Apollonio...

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CL Yachts offers virtual tour of new CLX96

The new CLX96 from CL Yachts, a division of Cheoy LeeCL Yachts, the yacht building division of Hong Kong’s legendary boat builder Cheoy Lee, has just released a video highlighting some of the design details of its much-anticipated CLX96.The 29.5-metre yacht is...

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CL Yachts reveals the CLX96 motor yacht

CL Yachts, the yacht division of Hong Kong shipbuilder Cheoy Lee, has released renderings of the new CLX96, the latest motor yacht series to emerge from the yard. CL Yachts refers to the CLX96 as a “Sea Activity Vehicle” or SAVCL Yachts...