Boats
Versabar VB10000 - a $100 Million Dollar Oil Rig Remover
Nov 29 2011
VB 10000 was designed by Versabar to meet a growing demand for offshore salvage operations. Over the last 3 seasons, this 25-storey monster has successfully completed many recovery projects with world's leading oil corporations, which we're assuming has more than paid it off. Check out some photos and a video of this "crane" in action.
Russian Nuclear Submarine Cruising by a Public Beach
Oct 26 2011
Soviet designed and built "Typhoon" Type nuclear submarine as it wafts along a beach in Severodvinsk in the White Sea. Really amazing to see this monster (worlds largest submarine until 2010), so close to a public beach. Bear in mind that this submarine could launch a full retaliation attack against the United States of America single-handed (even submerged under the polar ice caps).
Chasing the Queen Mary II
Oct 21 2011
Large waves created by the seventh largest (as of Oct 2011) cruise liner in the world, RMS Queen Mary II. Lots of smaller boats following - excellent shot!
Aston Martin Voyage 55 Luxury Concept Yacht
Oct 5 2011
A manufacturer known for creating timeless classics like the DB5 and the modern hyper-cars like the DB9, is now looking into boat design. What a stunning design!
Maersk Triple-E – Biggest Ship in the World
Sep 11 2011
The construction of ten Triple-E vessels, each capable of carrying 18,000 twenty foot containers, will put Maersk Line at the helm of change. The size and capacity of these vessels, at 400 metres long and 59 metres wide, will help reduce energy consumption and lower CO2 emissions.
A Shipwreck Seen from Space
Aug 31 2011
This half-sunken sea-liner is named the World Discoverer. It met its fate on April 30th, 2000, when it hit an uncharted reef in the Solomon Islands. Now it has become a popular tourist attraction and is visible from space on Google Maps.
Underwater Yacht - The U-010
Aug 22 2011
So you may be wondering about now what is the difference between a submarine and a "underwater yacht", well for one you aren't stuffed into small hull with 20 other sailors. This luxurious yacht has an interior even an evil villain from James Bond would die for.
Shell Mobile Refinery - Largest Boat in the World
Jun 2 2011
Removing Ocean based oil–rigs is complex as it is expensive. That is why one of the world's largest Petroleum corporations has decided an innovation was long overdue. Take a look what Shell has in the works.
Most Expensive Sailing Yacht In The World
May 31 2011
The Maltese Falcon is a super yacht made for the rich. It is one of a kind yacht, it is second to none in its technologies and appearance. If you have $100+ million burning a hole in your pocket, this may be something you will enjoy.
When a Huge Tanker Fails To Dock
May 30 2011
Recently in a port in Odessa, Ukraine a large tanker failed to dock safely. Look at the destruction it left when it hit the concrete dock.
Wally et Hermès Mega Yacht
Apr 14 2011
Popular French ship builder Wally comes up with another ultra-futuristic and stylish design for a yacht - except this time it is a sea home. We will let these renderings do the talking.
Russia's Smallest Submarine
Mar 24 2011
This Russian man from St. Petersburg got his personal submarine. He built it himself and it is the smallest submarine in Russia, officially registered as a boat by Russian boat registry and has got it’s own personal name and number.
Why Not Buy a Mega Yacht To Go With Your New Super Car?
Mar 21 2011
The Strand Craft 122 super yacht design marks the start of a new collaboration between Strand Craft and Gray Design teaming up to create yachts of world class design featuring beauty, passion and performance.
Restoration of Ukrainian Submarine
Mar 21 2011
The repair of the only Ukrainian submarine is finally over. Its activation will not only raise the security of the Ukrainian Black Sea Fleet but also let Ukraine be equal with its neighbors (Bulgaria, Romania and Russia) who already have one working submarine each. This post will tell you what this submarine is and what it was made for.
Biggest Submarine in the World
Mar 21 2011
This is submarine “Typhoon” as it was called in NATO documents or “Shark” as it was called in Russia. It is considered to be the biggest submarine in the world, with over than 170 meters (515 feet) long and 23 meter (70 feet) wide. It can carry 20 ballistic nuclear missiles and there were only six of those built.
