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Following the launch of the first 80-metre of Bilgin 263 series, which is the largest-ever-built yacht in Turkey, Bilgin Yachts now received the arrival of the third unit of Bilgin 263, also known as NB78, for outfitting. The project arrived this week at the outfitting facility located in the West Istanbul Marina and it is planned to be delivered to her owner in 2022.

Bilgin Yachts is proud to announce the launch of the first hull of 80-metre Bilgin 263 series, the largest yacht ever built by a Turkish shipyard so far. The private launch ceremony took place in the Bilgin Yachts facility in West Istanbul. She'll get ready for delivery in spring/summer of 2020. The shipyard considers this series as a key milestone in its path towards becoming one of the prominent brands in the world.

After the delivery of Snow-5 (ex-Lilium) to her owner, Bilgin Yachts is going to receive Ice 5, the previous yacht of the same owner, in Istanbul. The yacht is being transferred on BBC Russia from Port Everglade Florida to Turkey.

After being sold during the 2019 MYS by IYC, Snow 5 (ex - Lilium) has been placed on board the cargo ship on the 27th of December to navigate to its new home waters, she'll be launched in Miami after 3 weeks where she'll be delivered to her owner.

Bilgin Yachts had a special year during 2019 by announcing the sales of two 47.50m yachts in its Bilgin 156 series. Starburst-III (Ex-Nerissa) found her owner in March and following that Snow 5 (Ex-Lilium) was launched in spring and delivered to her new owner in November.

Bilgin Yacht is proud to announce the sale of its latest launched Bilgin 156 II- M/Y Lilium was sold through the collaboration with IYC Luxury Yacht Sales & Charter during the 2019 MYS. After closing on the 20th Nov. she got named Snow 5 !

Bilgin Yachts, builder of the largest yachts of Turkey (a 85-meter yacht is currently under construction), proudly announces its brand new on spec project Bilgin 50M.

The 47.5 meter Lilium is ready for the main premier event that will be held during Monaco Yacht Show on September 25-28, 2019.

The 47.5 meter Lilium is all set and ready for her premiere during the Cannes Yachting Show on September 10-15 and continue on to Monaco Yacht Show on September 25-28, 2019. The yacht will be exhibited on Port Canto Zone 1 of Cannes, make sure you reserve your place in advance for an on-board visit!

European Committee for Professional Yachting (ECPY) will come together on 4th September 2019 before the boat show's season takes a start. In the event that will be held in Port de Nice – Quai Amiral Infernet, brokers will have the opportunity to see the megayachts in advance.

Bilgin Yacht's latest superyacht Bilgin 156-II, named Lilium has set sail from Istanbul to arrive to the South France for the coming yacht shows in September. The 47.5 meter yacht will first appear in the Cannes Yachting Festival on 10-15 September and continue her way to Monaco Yacht Show on 25-28 September 2019.

After the sale of the first hull of Bilgin 156 in March 2019, Bilgin Yachts of Turkey is proud to announce the launch of the second hull of this highly appreciated model in its range. The shipyard is currently buzzing with acitivities in its facility in the West Istanbul Marina.

After its being sold in January 2019, Istanbul-based shipyard Bilgin Yacht’s 47.5-metre superyacht Bilgin 156 was delivered to her owner on March 26, 2019. Starburst III (ex-Nerissa) has been sold as a result of a successful collaboration between the sales team of Bilgin and Monaco-based Thompson Westwood & White (TWW).

Bilgin Yachts of Turkey is buzzing with activities in the shipyard and the excitement for the soon-to-be-launched Bilgin M/Y 156-II, named Lilium.

Continuing its path to growth and international recognition, Bilgin Yachts is proud to announce the company has recently been accepted as a member of the SYBAss (Super Yacht Builders Association).

Bilgin Yachts reflects past and present and understanding of life in the products of future. Stay up to date by following the news published frequently here and please do not hesitate to contact us in case of any further request about the latest models, the technology behind and the product quality.

Bilgin Yachts has been creating three new projects lately: Bilgin 156, 220 and 263. The Bilgin 156-II has the similar features with 47.5-metre Nerissa that had debut during 2017 Monaco Yacht Show.

Another milestone is; Bilgin Yachts’s largest yacht has a sister coming up. The second hull of Bilgin 263-II takes place next to her sister at West Istanbul Marina. Upon her delivery in 2020, this 80-meter yacht will be the shipyard’s second largest yacht ever.

Bilgin Yachts proud to announce that the 80m Bilgin 263 project’s hull & superstructure were launched from their metal works facility in Yalova.

We’re proud to announce M/Y “NERISSA”, the first of the 48m Bilgin 156 series, was launched on the 26th July after 23 months of construction.

We’re pleased to announce the sale of their Bilgin 160 Classic through the competent assistance of Leo Jordil of IYC.

BILGIN 164, ‘Dusur’, was 49.90 m M/Y which we had seen off to international waters in 2015, is back in Istanbul. She is getting ready for a fresher and more improved entrance to 2017 season. DUSUR has arrived at West Istanbul Marina for a regular maintenance in mid February.

BILGIN 155, Giaola-Lu, is nominated as a finalist for the World Superyacht Awards 2017. Entering its twelfth year, the awards recognise the finest superyachts launched throughout 2016.

The wind of change meets nostalgia nowadays here at Bilgin Yachts. Built in 2010, the Bilgin 123, “Tee-Dje”, one of the last examples of our cold-moulded hulls, is back at West Istanbul Marina for a complete refit.

We made an exciting kickoff to the year, with the start of the first 80.1 meter’s construction. Then later in the year BILGIN 263-II, second hull we were building on spec, was also purchased in November.

Alongside the impressive 80 metres, we are currently building two 48-metre BILGIN 156 series speculation units, currently available for purchase.

We are proud to announce that BILGIN 155 was shortlisted as a finalist at the ShowBoats Design Awards 2017.

We are happy to announce that we have entered into a contract for a second 80.1 meter motor yacht of our BILGIN 263 series for a repeat client.

Clarity, second boat of retro BILGIN Classic 160 series, is on display by IYC at Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2016.

Florida, “yachting capital of the world”, is hosting the industry for the 57th time. From yacht builders and designers to exotic cars and brokerage yachts, the sector will meet once again at Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show on Nov 3-Nov 7, 2016.

Giaola-Lu, our latest delivery, was displayed at Monaco Yacht Show between September 28 – October 1, 2016. BILGIN 155 got very positive reactions from the sector professionals and won recognition among the distinguished visitors of the show.

Giaola-Lu (BILGIN 155), our latest delivery, will be displayed at Monaco Yacht Show between September 28 – October 1, 2016.

Bodrum and Marmaris bays had a lastminute guests last week. BILGIN 155, the latest delivery of the luxury boat builder, returned to Turkish waters earlier than expected for her exterior shots.

We are glad to announce that BILGIN 155 was delivered to her owner successfully last Friday (22.07.2016) from West İstanbul Marina.

The countdown has begun for the delivery of BILGIN 155, 46.8 meter motor yacht named GIAOLA-LU by her owner. Our interior team is doing the last touches on her H2 designed interior.

Clarity (BILGIN 160 Classic-II) and Dusur (BILGIN 164), our 2015 deliveries, are still making us happy. We have been ranked number one exporter by Istanbul Exporters’ Association, in terms of export revenues in 2015.

Since we have started constructing the BILGIN 263 in March, it is not a project anymore. The biggest yacht to be built in Turkey is arising BILGIN 263 is at block construction stage at the moment.