Every year stronger and bigger, Sunreef Yachts will now be represented also in Russia and Brazil. Also, Sunreef’s Chinese broker, Speedo Marine, is now exhibiting with Sunreef Yachts brand in many fantastic locations such as Shanghai, Hong Kong, Shenzhen and Sanya. Prometheus Marine will display a Sunreef 62 in May in Singapore and Multihulls Solutions from Australia is getting ready for the Sydney and Auckland boat shows. ... read full story
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Audi Hamilton Island Race Week adds motor superyacht division
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From superyachts to sportboats is where Australia’s most spectacular week of keelboat racing, Audi Hamilton Island Race Week, is planning to broaden its already legendary appeal this year. Organisers of the regatta, which will be staged from 19 to 27 August, have announced that following the successful introduction of a superyacht sailing division last year, a superyacht division for motor yachts will be an additional feature at Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2011. ... read full story
Princess Yachts Norway returns to full strength
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Princess Yachts International plc have been working tirelessly in Norway to protect both Princess Owners and the Company’s strong reputation since the announcement in January that its local Distributor, the Johs Lunde Marine Group, had been placed into administration. ... read full story
Trinity House funds “future leaders of superyachting”
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Youth charity and maritime training provider UKSA is seeking applications from young people to join its Yachting Cadetship training programme under an assisted funded scheme. Successful maritime candidates will receive funding from Trinity House, the charity which supports the “future leaders of superyachting”, as part of its Professional Yachtsman Bursary Scheme (PYBS). ... read full story
Vripack the Movie
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Since 1961 Vripack evolved itself into a full-service organization, dealing with the entire building process under one roof. By introducing the new company promo movie, Vripack proudly shows you all the steps which take place behind the scenes guiding you through the evolution of a Vripack yacht! ... read full story
Arzana Navi 48.4m Sailing yacht by Tripp Design
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Two 48.40 Sloops with naval architecture by Tripp Design are currently in build at the Italian Arzana Navi Yard. The 48m sailing yachts were developed based on in-depth market analysis, which revealed an underexploited segment of the superyacht market; that of owners desiring the amenities of a powerboat together with the excitement of a modern sailing yacht. ... read full story
Aquariva Gucci awarded by Nautical Design Awards
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Aquariva Gucci received acknowledgement from the Nautical Design Awards panel of judges during a gala evening in Miami on 18th February organised by Yacht & Sail and ADI (Associazione per il Disegno Industriale – Association for Industrial Design). The exclusive model, created as a result of the partnership between Riva, Ferretti Group brand, and Gucci, was celebrated as a highly successful project developed through the working relationship between two historical Italian brands. ... read full story
America’s Cup AC72 Class Rule amended: One size wing for all conditions
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America’s Cup competitors have amended the AC 72 class rule, the design rule that will govern the development of the Cup class wing-sailed catamarans for the 34th America’s Cup and the America’s Cup World Series events in 2012. ... read full story
Rolex Farr 40 World Championship: Sailing yacht Transfusion wins
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What a day, what a finish. The nail-biting ended at 4pm, when the Italian yacht Nerone crossed the line three boats behind the Australians on Transfusion. The separation was enough to give Transfusion’s owner Guido Belgiorno-Nettis revenge for last year’s defeat at the hands of the Massimo Mezzaroma and Antonio Sodo Migliori. More importantly it gave him the Rolex Farr 40 World Championship title. ... read full story
J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race latest entries
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Everyone involved in organising the J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race is delighted at the amount of interest being generated in, and the incredible number of entries already received (465) for, the 80th Anniversary Race. ... read full story
Prince William and Miss Catherine Middleton name RNLI lifeboat
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It was a big day for the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) volunteers and supporters at Trearddur Bay on Thursday as HRH Prince William and Miss Catherine Middleton visited the lifeboat station to name the community’s new lifeboat, Hereford Endeavour. ... read full story
Marine industry to see modest growth in 2011, GE Capital Survey reveals
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After navigating through rough waters for several years, the marine industry is beginning to push forward on the throttle, according to survey results released today by GE Capital, Commercial Distribution Finance (CDF) from the Miami International Boat Show. More than one-third of respondents (38%) expect sales to increase up to five percent in 2011, and 54% said that the best time for dealers to increase inventory levels is now. ... read full story
Positive results for Seatec-Compotec 2011
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Positive results for the ninth year of Seatec, held this year together with Compotec, the third International exhibition for composites and related technologies: 780 brands present overall (including 269 foreigners) compared to 753 in 2010; the total number of visitors from the industry up by 5%, that is 9,203 this year. 32.000 square metres of covered area occupied, over 40 side events in three days, a success that reconfirms Seatec’s and Compotec’s position among the top international trade fairs. ... read full story
4th High Performance Yacht Design Conference in New Zealand
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The dates for the 4th High Performance Yacht Design conference have been confirmed and will run from the 12-14 March 2012. This will take place in Auckland, New Zealand during the Volvo Ocean Race stopover. The boats arrive on 8 March and depart on 18 March. The conference venue will be in the heart of the Viaduct Basin in the purpose built Marine Events centre. ... read full story
Benetti named world leader in the build of custom superyachts over 24m by Showboats International
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For the seventh year in a row, Showboats International, the prestigious journal that hosts the Global Order Book, has named Benetti world leader in the construction of custom yachts over 80 feet (24 meters) in length. ... read full story
Oceanco to exhibit in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Hainan
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Oceanco is proud to announce its presence at the 2011 Dubai & Abu Dhabi Yacht Shows taking place from March 1-5 and March 24-26 respectively. Oceanco will also be present at the Hainan Rendezvous from April 1-4. ... read full story
Oceanco starts outfitting 85.6m superyacht Y708
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Oceanco begins the outfitting of the custom 85.6m superyacht, known as motor yacht project Y708. Three months after the successful delivery of the 86 meter Seven Seas, Oceanco loaded its latest custom superyacht, the 85.6 meter Y708, into its shed for the finishing phases. Oceanco collaborated with its exclusive Dutch hull-builder Zwijnenburg as well as... ... read full story
Sailing Yacht Silver Lining from Phithak Shipyard and Services
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Sailing Yacht Silver Lining is a 2011 launched vessel from the Thai Phithak Shipyard and Service (PSS). She is a wonderful 1998 designed yacht by Sparkman & Stephens. ... read full story
Couach 3700 Motor Yacht Arion launched by Chantier Naval Couach
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The 37m superyacht Arion, Chantier Naval Couach’s first launch of 2011 has been launched at Port de Larros near Arcachon, France. Yacht Arion is the 6th hull of the sporty Couach 3700 Fly series, designed by the CNC in-house design team and Exequiel Cano Lanza. ... read full story
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 Results
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With the big showdown done and dusted between the 100ft maxis ICAP Leopard and Rambler 100, it was a full 10 hours before the third yacht crossed the finish line of the RORC Caribbean 600 in Antigua. Peter Harrison’s magnificent 115 ketch, Sojana, produced a powerful performance, completing the course on Wednesday afternoon. Next home was Brian Benjamin’s stunning Carbon Ocean 82, Aegir. ... read full story
Karpaz Gate Marine appoints Captain Deniz Akaltan as Harbour Master
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Karpaz Gate Marina Ltd, the new luxury marina based in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), has filled the key management position of Harbour Master ahead of the marina’s forthcoming completion and soft-launch in May 2011. The new recruit, Captain Deniz Akaltan, will officially take responsibility for the management of the marina from May although will begin working with Sea-Alliance Group – the marina management team – immediately. ... read full story
Sanlorenzo receives Nautical Design Award 2011 in Miami
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In occasion of the 23rd edition of the Miami Yacht & Brokerage Show 2011, the Italian Trade Commission, in collaboration with UCINA (Italian Marine Industry Association) awarded Sanlorenzo with the Nautical Design Award, recognition that the Italian shipyard distinguished itself by its efforts in promoting the “Made in Italy” brand in the USA. ... read full story
Overmarine partners with MarineMax, USA’s largest yachting retailer
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Overmarine also announced they have entered into a new agreement with MarineMax the world’s largest boat dealer (listed on the New York Stock Exchange symbol HZO). Overmarine Group and MarineMax are starting a new business model that meets the demanding needs of their clients. The Group will be able to strengthen its presence and visibility in the American market with a reliable partner situated in 55 strategic locations providing a clear and direct link with the shipyard. ... read full story
Overmarine Group confirms acquisition of Baglietto Group
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In order to expand its product range, Overmarine Group decided to start growing by acquisition and today, Overmarine is proud to announce, for the first time in front of the Press the Acquisition of Baglietto Group. ... read full story
CBI 50 Superyacht Aifos by Cbi Navi nearing launch
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CBI 50 Superyacht Aifos by Cbi Navi features an amazing and breathtaking design that represents the perfect fusion of elements of a great brand: Cbi Navi, a shipyard which has been part of FIPA GROUP (www.fipagroup.com) since 2005. ... read full story
RAMBLER 100 Sailing yacht Breaks RORC Caribbean 600 Monohull Record
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George David’s maxi yacht, Rambler 100 crossed the finish line in Antigua in the early hours of Wednesday morning in an elapsed time of 1 day 16 hours 20 minutes and 2 seconds. Subject to official confirmation, Rambler 100 has broken the monohull race record set by race rival, Mike Slade’s ICAP Leopard, by nearly four hours. ... read full story
Superyacht Turquoise by Proteksan Turquoise nears completion
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2011 marks a milestone for the Proteksan Turquoise shipyard with three superyacht deliveries planned in the first three quarters. First to enter the water is the new 55.4 m (182ft) motor yacht Turquoise with exterior design by Dubois Yachts and interior design by Hoek Design Naval Architects and Suntay Design (Turkey). Yacht Turquoise (Hull NB52) was designed as a repeat order from the original owner of Turquoise built in 1994. ... read full story
56m Sailing yacht Regina launched by Pruva Yachting
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Superyacht Regina, a 56m Gullet sailing yacht was launched on the 11th of February 2011 by Pruva Yachting of Turkey. Gullet Regina was constructed and completed in 24 months in Pruva Yachting’s shipyard, and is one of two such yachts currently under construction at the yard. S/Y REGINA will be available for luxury charters in both the Mediterranean and Caribbean. ... read full story
Eclipse Yacht Charter – the largest in the world
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The largest private boat in the world, Superyacht ECLIPSE, is now available for select luxury yacht charters, making her the largest charter yacht available. Much has been written about motor yacht ‘Eclipse’ and she is not only the largest yacht in the world but also perhaps the most technologically sophisticated yacht. She took 4 years... ... read full story
Success at Miami Boat Show for Viking Yachts
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The Viking display at the Miami Yacht and Brokerage Show featured 14 motor yacht models from 42 to 82 feet and was one of the most visited exhibits with 4,800 registered guests, a 50 percent increase over last year's totals. Six Vikings were sold, including two 76 Convertible motor yachts, a 70 Convertible, two 60 Convertibles, and a 66 Convertible, a brand new model announced at the show. ... read full story
Pearl 75 Motor Yacht from Dixon Yacht Design
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Dixon Yacht Design has been responsible for the stunning range of Pearl Motor yachts since 2002; their latest creation, Pearl Motor Yachts new flagship, the Pearl 75, is due to be launched later this year. ... read full story
Sanlorenzo sells four yachts at the first two 2011 Boat Shows
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Sanlorenzo, the prestigious Italian Shipyard attended the Duesseldorf Boot 2011 and sold two yachts, a SL62 and a SL82, fiberglass planning motor yachts produced in the Ameglia Division. During the Miami Boat Show in America, Sanlorenzo of the Americas sold a SL72 and a SL88 Ameglia planning fleet yachts; in particular the SL88 has been built in a specific American version. ... read full story
60m Motor Yacht Areti launched by Trinity Yachts
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Trinity Yachts launched their latest 60m superyacht Areti on the 15th of September. Motor yacht Areti was built under the hull name T043 and was code named Mine Games. The yacht will now undergo the next stage of finishing and preparation for sea trials before being delivered to her owner(s) which is expected to be in time for the 2011 summer. ... read full story
Republic of Singapore Yacht Club (RSYC) S$9 million expansion project
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The oldest yacht club in Asia, the Republic of Singapore Yacht Club (RSYC), has unveiled ambitious plans to upgrade its services and facilities to meet the discerning needs of Singapore’s upcoming new generation of yachting enthusiasts, boaters and marina-going club members. ... read full story
Numarine Debuts 102′ RPH Flagship Motor Yacht at the Dubai Boat and Abu Dhabi Yacht Shows
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Numarine enters the Superyacht category at the Dubai Boat and Abu Dhabi Yacht Shows with the debut of their 102 rph, which highlights the Numarine design team’s ability to combine graceful aesthetics, ultra-chic interiors and advanced high-tech engineering; delivering the unparalleled sensory experience motor yacht enthusiasts seek in the Gulf region. ... read full story
Hainan Rendez Vous 2011: A Benchmark Event for yachting in China
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Running April 1-4, the Hainan Rendez-Vous will display a dazzling fleet of yachts and superyachts from the world's very best ship builders to some 8,000 highly targeted attendees, about 250 of whom will be flown to and from the event on business jets. ... read full story
Dubai International Boat Show: Danish Yachts announce new build partnership
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Danish Yachts is to showcase the launch in the Middle East of the new high speed, luxury AeroSpeed 18, the ‘SuperCar of the Seas’, at Dubai International Boat Show. This superboat exemplifies performance and quality. ... read full story
ISA Yachts and JLT Yacht Agency announce partnership agreement for Ank’s Marina, Croatia
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International Shipyards Ancona (ISA) and JLT Yacht Agency have announced a partnership agreement today. JLT are now the preferred partner of ISA to provide marine and VIP concierge services to all ISA clients. ... read full story
Composite Mouldings (CML) expands to new Southampton facility
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Composite Mouldings (CML), a Southampton based boat builder, are moving to a larger factory in Marchwood Industrial Park. The new facility is 0.5miles down the road from their original factory and is a former Maritime Education and Training facility, which once housed a full size simulator mock up of a ships bridge deck. ... read full story
Devonport Yachts New Website and Digital Brand
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Following on from Devonport's partnership with Pendennis Shipyard in early 2010 the company's identity has continued to develop. With a reputation as leaders in complex engineering solutions and technologically advanced yachts the Devonport brand has aligned itself with the digital age. Alongside the redevelopment of the website, a new e- newsletter has been launched and even the business cards are going digital! ... read full story
K&M Yachtbuilders Open Day
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On Saturday 16 April K&M Yachtbuilders, builder of aluminium custom-built sailing yachts, will be opening its doors to the public. From 10 am to 4 pm everyone will be welcome in Makkum to familiarise themselves with the shipyard and its work according to the ‘tried and tested formula’: various yachts under construction, several vessels ready for sailing and two speeches. All of the K&M “lines” will be represented: Bestevaer, Stadtship, Axonite and Bestewind. ... read full story
67m Sailing Yacht Vertigo launched by Alloy Yachts
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Known locally as “The Big One”, Alloy Yachts today launched superyacht Vertigo. After 29 months of hard work by the team at Alloy Yachts, the 67.2m (220ft) Vertigo sailing yacht slipped into the waters at the base of the Alloy Yachts yard this morning. ... read full story
64th Cannes Film Festival: Michel Gondry, President of the Short Film and Cinéfondation Jury
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Film director Michel Gondry is to head up the short film and Cinéfondation jury of the 64th Festival de Cannes, following in the footsteps of Atom Egoyan, Hou Hsiao Hsien, Martin Scorsese and John Boorman. ... read full story
Innovation at 2011 Miami International Boat Show & Strictly Sail
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Twelve marine products were honored for innovative achievement by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and Boating Writers International (BWI) at the 70th annual Miami International Boat Show & Strictly Sail Miami. Eleven companies took home the prestigious boating industry 2011 Innovation Award and one the Honorable Mention during NMMA’s State of the Recreational Boating Industry Breakfast, held this morning at the Miami Beach Convention Center. ... read full story
Polynesian Inspired 50m Superyacht by Delta – Hull 164041
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Delta Marine has announced the construction of a new 50-meter, full-displacement motor yacht hull number 164041. Designed and engineered by the Delta Design Group, this sleek 50m motor yacht is more than 750 gross tons ITC with a large interior volume, plenty of deck space, and the ability to safely travel the world’s oceans with fortitude and grace. This will be the sixth yacht built to Delta’s proven hull design with large tank volumes and extended range needed for transoceanic cruising. ... read full story
Destination UK promote the UK to visiting Superyachts
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“Destination UK” is a new initiative designed to promote the UK’s cruising grounds to visiting Superyachts in the lead up to the 2012 Olympics and the legacy years. The event is focussed on making it as easy as possible for Superyachts to visit the UK. The more Yachts we can attract, the more opportunities there are for SYUK members and the UK supply chain. ... read full story
Ocean Signal launches Ocean Signal America
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Ocean Signal, the UK manufacturer of marine communication and safety products, which include EPIRBs, SARTs and VHF radios, will open its own US sales operation this month as Ocean Signal America. The new company, headed up by CEO Talbot Pratt, will be based in Newburyport, MA and will share facilities with Digital Yacht and Digital Deep Sea which manufacture a complementary range of marine electronic products including AIS, chart plotters and marine PCs, for both commercial and leisure markets. ... read full story
2011-2012 America’s Cup World Series Dates Released
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With final venue bids under review, the America’s Cup Event Authority (ACEA) released the inaugural America’s Cup World Series (AC World Series) dates. The first half of the AC World Series will consist of five nine-day regattas in 2011, finishing up with three more regattas by mid-2012. The winning host cities for the 2011-2012 AC World Series will be revealed in the coming weeks. ... read full story
Van Dam Nordia to refit Hoek Truly Classic Sailing yacht Mulligan
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As well as designing and contructing new yachts, Dutch builder Van Dam Nordia also carry out extensive refits to the highest Dutch standards. This month they have welcomed the 80ft Hoek Truly Classic Yacht Mulligan to thier yard. S/Y Mulligan is a classic sailing yacht built in 1996 designed by Andre Hoek. ... read full story