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Super Yacht Auction, the new auction platform for super yachts (> 24 metres), presents its third global auction. This latest auction is for "Aries", a 35 metre Classic Sailing Ketch (Camper & Nicholsons). This auction is the perfect opportunity for those looking for a truly beautiful yacht, a fine blend of classic lines and luxury. The owner hopes to conclude a quick sale. The auction, held at www.superyachtauction.com will be open for bids until May 24 next, 14:00 h. (UTC+1).

Background of this auction

This exclusive sailing yacht is a 115ft ketch, built and designed by the famous Camper & Nicholson shipyard in Gosport, United Kingdom. She had refits in 1980, 1996, 1997, 1998, 2000, 2002, 2004, 2006 as well as in 2008, and is in great condition. The owner of the ship has chosen Super Yacht Auction in order to sell the yacht early in the season. Visit the Super Yacht Auction site for more information and the details of this unique vessel.

Inspection days

Sailing yacht "Aries" is moored in Villefranche sur Mer, France, ready for inspection. Viewing will take place Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 May from 14:00 to 18:00 hours.

Exciting new resource for traditional brokerage houses

The Super Yacht Auction concept is intended as a new resource for traditional brokerage houses, not as a competitor. Super Yacht Auction gives brokers and other sellers in the super yacht industry new opportunities to generate no-stress and especially fast sales. In addition to that any principal who brings a super yacht to the auction, is guaranteed to receive 50 % of the auction commission.

In order to serve super yacht brokers and owners worldwide Super Yacht Auction is located in Amsterdam, Athens, Barcelona, Dubai, Hong Kong, Fort Lauderdale, London, Marbella, Monaco and New York.

Safe and reliable: inspection and official supervision

The super yacht is sold in the condition in which it is at the time of acceptance ("as is where is"). For that reason every online or public auction is preceded by two inspection days (Saturdays and Sundays). That gives potential bidders every opportunity to check and verify the super yacht before bidding. Bids are irrevocable and unconditional. Both online and public auctions take place under the official supervision of a well-established (nautical) bailiff firm or notary public.

For more information please visit www.superyachtauction.com

Prestige Yacht Charters, a premier luxury-yacht charter company serving New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, today announced its kickoff of the 2010 season with corporate and wedding packages designed to encourage business groups and promote special occasions. Reduced rates are available for ships reserved in April.

Corporate packages include the latest A/V facilities and related support for presentations, lectures and negotiations. The wedding package offers a champagne reception, 30-minute on-board ceremony and a three-level wedding cake. All voyagers can choose four-star, gourmet cuisine of any style and a variety of entertainment options during a three-hour yacht cruise.

David Hackert, President of Prestige Yacht Charters, said, "It's always a pleasure to celebrate the spring by offering new people the special aura of a private yacht. Going out on the water creates a relaxing and transformative effect for almost any event, and our yachts let you travel in a style once reserved for the rich and famous."

Hackert went on to describe other features available in his spring packages, including an open bar, live bands, DJs, caricaturists or even a casino. Experts assist corporate clients or wedding couples with event planning to ensure an unforgettable occasion. The company is also accepting reservations for New York City's July Fourth fireworks extravaganza, with select yachts available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Prestige offers more than 20 yachts, accommodating from 2 to 1,200 occupants, departing from several different locations in New York City, New Jersey and Connecticut. Ship profiles and interior spaces can be reviewed at www.prestigeyachtcharters.com. All ships are climate-controlled with both outdoor areas and enclosed decks in case of inclement weather.

Oculus is the first "design launch" of Schöpfer Yachts LLC. This 250-foot vessel was designed by E. Kevin Schöpfer, founder and owner of his namesake company.

Designed to accommodate 12 guests in extraordinary comfort and style,

Oculus is a long distance cruising yacht capable of speeds upwards of 25 knots. The exterior styling is representative of the jaw and eye socket bone structure of large oceanic fish and mammals. Featuring a dramatic reverse bow configuration, the yacht's armature balances an elegant expression of symmetry and structure.

In addition to the bow, Oculus also features a "low rider profile". This slightly lowered surface allows for new side recreational areas, alternate dockage access and light cruising openness. Lateral retractable side panels close this area when heavier wave action is indicated.

The interior features of Oculus focus on a 12 foot high ceiling in the main salon, a cylindrical double height dining room, central stair and elevator tube, and seemingly anatomical ceiling and floor lighting extensions giving definition to the seating areas.

The second level is the dedicated Owner's suite. Living areas and bedchambers are divided by a series of four freestanding tubes, which house bath and storage necessities.

In addition to the main common stair, the second Owner's stair connects to the third level aft private salon and deck / water feature. The third level also contains the forward pilothouse and separate captain's quarters. The generous open decks with separate water features are located forward and aft for convenient guest use. Specifications and plans are in the final stages of completion and will be posted at a later time.

Schöpfer Yachts was founded in 2008 as a US based company dedicated to the pursuit of advanced yacht aesthetics and technology. They are among a new breed of yacht companies, which will secure strategic alliances with the world's finest naval architects and shipyards. This strategy will allow the flexibility to explore a wide range of design venues while insuring these designs meet and exceed the highest level of maritime standards.

To that end, we are pleased to announce that Sparkman and Stephens (New York, Ft. Lauderdale and Newport) will be the naval architect for our first venture, the Oculus. As we enter the next generation of yachting design, we offer our design collection to the global yachting community and to prospective owners who share our vision of innovation and excellence.

Source: Schöpfer Yachts LLC