2010 October

News Archive

3 Dockwise ships transporting superyachts to Florida this week

October 22, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Over the next week, three Dockwise ships, at full capacity, will arrive at Port Everglades in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., after crossing the Atlantic ocean with collectively over $407,000,000 worth of private superyachts, charter yachts and dealer-owned vessels aboard. ... read full story

New Zealand Marine Industry aims to grow 55% by 2015

October 21, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The NZ Marine Industry (NZMI) sets ambitious course for $2.7 billion p.a. by 2015 which is an increase of 55% over the next five years. ... read full story

Lloyd’s Register Board appoints Chairman-elect and celebrates strong performance in its 250th year

October 21, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Thomas Thune Andersen has been chosen to succeed Chairman David Moorhouse CBE when he retires at the end of 2010. ... read full story

2nd Asia Superyacht Conference a success

October 21, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 2nd Asia Superyacht Conference hosted over 220 participants in total from over 35 countries around the world. The event highlighted both the tremendous opportunities in the Asia region and the need for Governments, Associations and the commercial sector to work together. ... read full story

Holland Jachtbouw Partners with ISS for METS Event

October 21, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The International Superyacht Society (ISS) have announced that the Holland Jachtbouw Refit Centre will again be the ISS Silver Supporter and Presenting Partner for the organisation’s annual METS Membership Mixer held on Tuesday 16 November from 16.30. ... read full story

First ‘ecHo’ motor yacht from Monte Fino in build

October 21, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Taiwan’s leading builder of luxury yachts Kha Shing, has begun building the first of its newest model in its Monte Fino range, the ‘ecHo’ hull number 84/6. The ecHo’s name derives from being ecologically friendly. ... read full story

Hurghada superyacht Marina, Egypt to be managed by Camper & Nicholsons Marinas

October 21, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Hurghada Marina, Egypt has a new Harbour Manager and signed a ten year operations contract with Camper & Nicholsons Marinas. This latest signing means C&N now has a presence in the Red Sea to add to current locations in Malta, Italy, Turkey, Grenada, and Cyprus and St Kitts (under construction). ... read full story

Vripack’s Doggersbank: the legend returns…

October 21, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

During the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show 2010, Vripack’s ‘yardless yacht’ the legend called Doggersbank will officially re-enter the market. ... read full story

Vitters sailing yacht Marie sets sail for Caribbean.

October 21, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Vitters’ built 55m (180 ft) classic ketch Marie features a combination of classic lines with optimized performance. Sailing yacht Marie has set sail for the Carribbean where she will be available for luxury yacht charters and race charters. ... read full story

The VD125 Marco Polo explorer yacht concept by Victory Design

October 21, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Victory Design has unveiled their exciting Marco Polo motor project, the VD125 inspired by the taste for adventure and desire to explore the World’s oceans in safety and with respect for the environment. ... read full story

Sanctuary Cove Show Extends Pavilion for 2011 Event

October 21, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 23rd Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show held from 19-22 May 2011 at Sanctuary Cove in Queensland, Australia will feature a newly configured space including one of the largest pavilion structures erected in Australia for an annual event. ... read full story

Simrad Yachting receives Top Honors at the Newport International Boat Show

October 21, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Simrad Yachting received two awards at the 2010 Newport International Boat Show. The Simrad NSE navigation system with 2.0 software was named “Best New Boating Product” and Simrad Yachting received the Five Star Award for its “Best in Show” booth display. ... read full story

Riviera Yachts export new 5000 Sport Yachts models across the globe

October 21, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Riviera, Australia’s most awarded pleasure boat builder has just completed, wrapped and shipped three of its newest 5000 Sport Yachts around the World. All three will be a first for the Americas, Turkish and Croatian luxury yacht markets. ... read full story

China to build superyacht marina in Tianjin, Beijing

October 21, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

China plans to build a luxury superyacht marina in the northern city of Tianjin by the end of 2010. The new marina will cover an area of 900,000 square meters in Tianjin's booming Binhai district and will have 750 berths to accommodate superyachts up to 92m (300ft). ... read full story

The Superyacht Cartouche a Blue Coast 95 luxury catamaran is launched

October 20, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Superyacht Cartouche is a unique vessel, featuring a three-deck sloop design and stands proudly against some of the largest catamarans in the world, measuring 28.9m in length and 12m wide. Her sleek contemporary lines are accentuated by the anthracite metallic gray hull, a lacquered interior in gray tones with accentuated black and white tones. ... read full story

Vicem 78 Cruiser motor yacht “US premiere” at Fort Lauderdale Boat Show.

October 20, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The new Vicem 78 Cruiser by Vicem yachts will have its "US premiere" at Fort Lauderdale Boat Show 2010. The 78 Cruiser is the latest in Vicem’s celebrated series of Classic, Flybridge and Cruiser motor yachts ranging from 50 – 100 feet: the Vintage Line which had its world premier at the Cannes and Monaco Boast shows earlier this year. ... read full story

Images of the Navigable Sounds of Fiordland, New Zealand

October 20, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

A Fiordland yacht charter vacation will be an experience unlike any other. It is a certainty that you will be awe inspired and deeply affected. Indeed, Rudyard Kipling described Fiordland as the ‘eighth wonder of the world’. ... read full story

HSBC Premier Coastal Classic Yacht Race New Zealand Auckland to the Bay of Islands

October 20, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The HSBC Premier Coastal Classic – one of the world’s iconic yacht races and one of the biggest races in the Southern Hemisphere – will start this Friday 22 October 2010 at 10am from Devonport Wharf in Auckland. Around 200 boats, racing in eight divisions, will undertake a point to point sprint up the coast to Russell Wharf in the Bay of Islands. ... read full story

Intermarine 85′ flybridge motor yacht by Luiz de Basto Designs

October 20, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Intermarine, leader of the Brazilian and South American luxury yacht market, have established a new flybridge motor yacht line, including the addition of a new Intermarine 85' flagship motor yacht designed by Luiz de Basto. ... read full story

IYG announces addition of Palmas Del Mar Yacht Club Humacao, Puerto Rico megayacht Marina

October 19, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Island Global Yachting (IGY) has announced the addition of Palmas del Mar Yacht Club. Located in Puerto Rico's south-eastern coast, just 45 minutes from San Juan, The Palmas del Mar Yacht Club is a state-of-the-art megayacht marina in the Caribbean and is linked to a complete resort community. ... read full story

STIDD Seats aboard new yachts at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show FLIBS 2010

October 19, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

STIDD seats can be seen installed aboard new yachts at the 2010 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show by leading builders Citadel, Northcoast, Christensen, Rayburn, Burger and Trinity - and many more. ... read full story

20th International Superyacht Society Awards at the 2010 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

October 19, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Set over five locations, the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is the world’s largest of its kind. The 51st Annual show will take place Thursday, October 28th through Monday, November 1st. 2010 marks the 21st Anniversary of the International Superyacht Society and the Emerald 20 Year Anniversary of their signature event, the ISS Awards Gala. ... read full story

New 40m superyacht by Bilgin Yachts and H2 Yacht Design

October 19, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Bilgin Yachts and H2 Yacht Design have joined forces again to design a stunning and distinctive new 40m superyacht that is now well under construction in Istanbul. ... read full story

Heesen Yachts signs new 65m Fast Displacement Hull Form (FDHF) Superyacht.

October 19, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Heesen Yachts is proud to announce the signing of its sixth new-build contract in 2010. The sale of this 65-Metre fast displacement superyacht with delivery in June 2013 represents the cherry on the cake for Heesen’s sales department who have also sold 5 other superyachts ranging from 35m to 50m this year. ... read full story

Northern Lights receives ISO Certificate for quality management systems

October 19, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Northern Lights, Inc. (NLI) has received ISO 9001:2008 certification, an internationally recognized standard for quality management systems (QMS) through the prestigious auditors of Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance (LRQA). ... read full story

Asia Pacific Superyachts Brings Strong Support to Asia Superyacht Conference

October 19, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 2nd Asia Superyacht Conference showcased over 40 superyacht industry and speakers from around the globe and featured a strong representation from Asia and the Asia Pacific Superyachts Company. ... read full story

Heesen 50 m superyacht Hull 15850 in build

October 19, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Heesen Yachts are well underway with the construction of the second unit of the new 50-meter superyacht series. The 50m motor yacht with hull number 15850 is scheduled for delivery in 2011. ... read full story

35m motor yacht Project “Courage” by Lübeck Yachts

October 19, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Project Courage is a 35.5m motor yacht under construction at Germany’s Lübeck Yachts. Project Courage will feature interior design is by Egg & Dart studios and will be able to accommodate up to eight guests in four staterooms. M/Y Courage is expected to be delivered in the Summer of 2011. ... read full story

Besenzoni’s new Helybase Concept for superyachts

October 19, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

HELYBASE is a brand new helipad concept for superyachts designed by Besenzoni. Helybase is a self - levelling platform that reaches a surface of up to 60 square metres that is able to completely retract thanks to its petal shaped structure. ... read full story

Motor yacht KOKOMO II refitted at Rivergate Marina, Australia

October 19, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Rivergate Marina, in Sydney Australia has just completed a major refit on the superyacht KOKOMO II (ex Achilles II) including structural modifications to the bow and extensive paint works to the exterior. ... read full story

Clean superyacht air-conditioning by AirManager Marine and N.R. Koeling

October 18, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

N.R. Koeling is one of the world’s premier manufacturers of air conditioning systems for luxury yachts ranging from 35 to 85 metres and larger and AirManager Marine who specialize in air sterilization and filtration systems are to integrate their equipment for superyacht new build and refit projects. ... read full story

The world’s first Carbon Neutral speed boat – the Guardian S Class by Sauter Carbon Offset Design

October 18, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The world’s first Carbon Neutral speed boat , the Carbon Fibre Guardian S Class is a is 45 knot Solar Hybrid Vessel powered by an EPA car regulated Mercedes Benz Bluetec engine coupled to a Carbon-Grossbauteile electric motor. Her Fuel Consumption and GHG Emissions are 50 to 100% lower than any speed boat ever built. ... read full story

TÛRANOR PlanetSolar Catamaran reaches the Canary Islands on 1st Solar boat expedition.

October 18, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The MS TÛRANOR PlanetSolar catamaran has reached the Canary Islands, 21 days after leaving Monaco at the start of the 1st solar boat expedition to circumnavigate the world by boat solely powered by solar energy. MS TÛRANOR PlanetSolar will stay at Gran Canaria for maintenance till Friday. ... read full story

Croatian Superyacht Marina – Mandalina Marina & Yacht Club to open in summer 2011

October 18, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Work on Croatia’s first megayacht Marina, Mandalina Marina & Yacht Club began immediately after the Adriatic Boat Show, on September 21st. The superyacht marina, worth around EURO 17 million is expected to open in summer 2011 and will have a capacity of 79 berths for yachts up to 100 meters long. ... read full story

Swiss Silicon Fire AG and Australia Cresta – World’s First silicon-based methanol powered yacht engines

October 18, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Iconic Australian Motor Yacht brand, Cresta Motor Yachts Limited, is pleased to announce that Swiss based company ‘Silicon Fire AG’ has taken a significant and strategic stake in the Company. This Exclusive Relationship will see Cresta, in conjunction with Silicon Fire, initially develop a number of world first motor yachts, specifically employing carbon neutral, silicon-based... ... read full story

34th Americas Cup: AC72 Class Rule finalized and published

October 18, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Full details of the new high-performance Wingsailed 72ft catamaran that will transform America's Cup racing have been published. The AC72 Class Rule went from concept to completed Class Rule in less than four months. ... read full story

Velux 5 Oceans: A journey of a lifetime begins

October 18, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Five international skippers in the VELUX 5 OCEANS blasted across the start line beginning a 30,000-mile adventure around the globe. ... read full story

Sailing yacht LADY B by Dubois Naval Architects

October 18, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Designed by Dubois Naval Architects and built by Vitters, Sailing yacht LADY B is one of the most sophisticated and well finished yachts of her size in the World today. She stands out as being a craft of exceptional quality, beauty, and performance. ... read full story

Intermarine, Brazil teams up with BMW Designworks

October 18, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Intermarine Yachts, one of Brazil's largest boat yards has commissioned BMW Group Designworks-USA to design four new motor yachts for the 2011 season. The models were unveiled at the start of this year's Sao Paulo Boat Show. ... read full story

Selene 92 “Ocean Explorer” Motor Yacht Series unveiled

October 18, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The new Selene 92 “Ocean Explorer” range by Selene Ocean Trawlers has been very well received as the Selene brand consolidates upon its successful “Ocean Trawler”’ concept to move into the 24 M + category of displacement motor yachts . ... read full story

Conrad Colman, the only Kiwi to takes on 2010 Route de Rhum

October 17, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Conrad Colman, aged 26 will be the sole New Zealander on the start line for the 2010 Route de Rhum solo trans-Atlantic race that will start on Sunday October 31st. ... read full story

French Marine Industry Association FIN rejoins ICOMIA

October 17, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The French Marine Industry Association FIN (La Fédération des industries nautiques) has rejoined ICOMIA as a full member after an absence of several years. ... read full story

Velux 5 Oceans : Thousands flock to see historic three-masted tallship Belem

October 17, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The beautiful tallship Belem, one of France’s most famous boats is a majestic three-masted tallship that was welcomed to the VELUX 5 OCEANS race village in La Rochelle. ... read full story

Bellingham Marine Korea makes its debut at Yacht and Boat Korea 2010

October 15, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Bellingham Marine Korea deputes at Yacht and Boat Korea 2010 in the presence of Bellingham Marine President Everett Babbitt ... read full story

Latitude 88′ Double Deck Catamaran

October 15, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Latitude Yachts unveils their currently under construction innovative double deck catamaran Latitude 88' ... read full story

Diana 150 Yacht – “3 TIMES A LADY ” Diana Yacht Design Series

October 15, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Diana Yacht Design presents the first yacht from the "3 Times a Lady" yacht series: the Diana 150 motor yacht or D150. ... read full story

Digital Veneer’s Limited Edition “Tribute” Vespa for your SuperYacht

October 15, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Digital Veneer's Limited Edition “Tribute” Vespa is the latest "must-have" superyacht toy for your stylish around town transport. ... read full story

WhisperPower to supply Yacht Yankee and Rainbow Yacht with Hybrid Propulsion System

October 15, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

WhisperPower has signed an agreement to supply the two Dykstra redesigned sailing yachts Yankee and Rainbow with a special hybrid power and propulsion systems. Both yachts are currently under construction at Holland Jachtbouw in the Netherlands. ... read full story

Iñigo Aznar appointed as Head of Commercial Partnerships for the Volvo Ocean Race 2011-12

October 15, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Iñigo Aznar has been recruited as Head of Commercial Partnership for the Volvo Ocean Race 2011-12. ... read full story

Sailing Yacht Aiyana by Warwick Yachts Design

October 15, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Warwick Yacht Design studio introduces their fast Performance Cruising Sloop Aiyana. ... read full story

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