2011 March

News Archive

Riviera 70 Flybridge Motor Yacht to star at 2011 Sanctuary Cove International Boat

March 31, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Riviera’s flagship 70 Enclosed Flybridge will star at the 2011 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show in May 2011 thanks to the generosity of Riviera owner Peter Teakle. Australia’s most awarded pleasure boat builder will have 10 new boats on display at the Gold Coast’s premiere boat show, five of which are owners boats, who have kindly lent their boats in support of Riviera. ... read full story

C A Clase appoints McKenna Townsend PR

March 31, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

C A Clase, the UK’s leading distributor of marine electronics, representing brands including KVH, MB Quart Nautic, Nauticomp and Telestar, has appointed McKenna Townsend PR (MTPR) as its retained PR consultancy. ... read full story

Baltic Yachts obtains ISO14001 and 18001 certificates

March 31, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Baltic Yachts is the first company within the global boat industry to have obtained the DNV Quality, Safety and Environmental certificates. The development and implementation of the business quality management systems ISO 9001 (in 2008), ISO 14001 (in 2004) and the OHSAS 18001 (in 2007) mean that the company is aware of the customer’s quality... ... read full story

Motor yacht Diamond A receives New Exhaust

March 31, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Motor yacht Diamond A, a 57,30m (187' 11") superyacht built by Abeking & Rasmussen in 1998, suffered breathing problems. Her main stainless steel exhaust had corroded over time and her genset drystacks spilled soot. She needed help. Marine Exhaust Systems' technical experts cured yacht Diamond A's troubles with custom units that now have her breathing easy, in a crunch project of less than 6 weeks. ... read full story

NISI Yacht Series Builder Tricon Marine “Best Builder” Finalist at Asia Boating Awards 2011.

March 31, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Tricon Marine, the exclusive builder of the NISI Yacht series, has been named as a finalist in the “Best Builder” category at the Asia Boating Awards 2011. The Asia Boating Awards 2011 ceremony will be held on May 6th in Hong Kong. ... read full story

NISI 2400 motor yacht by NISI Yachts “Most Innovative Yacht of the Year” award finalist at Asia Boating Awards 2011.

March 31, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

NISI Yachts is pleased to announce that its NISI 2400 motor yacht has been chosen as a finalist in the “Most Innovative Yacht of the Year” category for the prestigious Asia Boating Awards 2011. The most coveted new yacht of the year, NISI’s groundbreaking design infuses casual opulence, cutting-edge styling and unsurpassed engineering in the 78-foot superyacht NISI 2400. She is the first and only yacht under 100 feet built to commercial RINA Charter Class and MCA (MGN280) commercial certification. ... read full story

The 37m motor yacht project DAS by Verhaaren Naval Architects

March 31, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Verhaaren Naval Architects of France have revealed their 37 metre motor yacht project DAS. Motor yacht Project DAS is a lightweight composite superyacht concept that was designed specifically for day trips in the Arabian Gulf area, enabling the yachts owners and guests to visit the many islands and enjoy sport fishing in the area. ... read full story

DeLuxe San Diego Luxury Lifestyle Event to showcase motor yacht Sojourn

March 31, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 130' Tri-Deck Motorycaht SOJOURN will be attending the 2011 DELUXE San Diego. Motor yacht Sojourn was custom built by Gambol Industries with styling by Rene Brown Interiors. M/Y Sojourn is a luxurious offshore cruising yacht with trans-oceanic range that is delightfully appointed with the best furnishings and the latest audio-visual electronics and navigational equipment. ... read full story

e3 Systems signs 100th VSAT contract

March 31, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

e3 Systems have been pioneers of VSAT satellite services on super yachts. In addition to installing the first ever VSAT antenna on a super yacht in 2003, they have provided VSAT services on the world’s largest yacht, MY Eclipse. e3 Systems has now announced that it recently signed its 100th VSAT contract. ... read full story

Sunreef Yachts to attend Hainan Rendez-vous, Antibes Boat Show and La Grande Motte

March 31, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Sunreef Yachts will exhibit its most popular yacht model, the Sunreef 62 Sailing, at the incoming HAINAN RENDEZ-VOUS in 1-4 April 2011. Sunreef Yachts will also be participating in two forthcoming Spring boat shows in South of France, namely, the Antibes Yacht Show 7-10 April 2011 and the multihulls show in La Grande Motte 14-17 April 2011. ... read full story

Baltic Yachts to create more efficient yachts with CATIA from Dassault Systèmes

March 30, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Dassault Systèmes has announced that Baltic Yachts a Finnish yacht builder of composite yachts from 50ft-260ft, has chosen CATIA to Streamline Development and Production to create better faster and more efficient yachts. Founded in 1973, Baltic Yachts is globally known for its pioneering custom yachts combining innovative materials and technologies with high quality craftsmanship. ... read full story

Gulf Craft make and impact at Middle East Superyacht Briefing and Boat Shows

March 30, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Gulf Craft are proud to announce that Erwin Bamps, COO of Gulf Craft, opened the Middle East Superyacht Briefing on 24 March 2011 as the first speaker at the industry seminar. Furthermore, in the Middle East this March, Gulf Craft have reported highly successful shows at the Dubai International Boat Show and the Abu Dhabi Yacht Show, where once again their stand was the centre of activity and attraction and the successful launches of the new concept Gulf 95 Exp and the Majesty 70 took place. ... read full story

110m Explorer Motor Yacht Family Day by J Kinder Yacht Design

March 30, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 110m Explorer Motor Yacht Concept by J Kinder Yacht Design is a typical explorer superyacht concept. The main superstructure volume is located forward combined with large free deck areas at the aft. The immense deck spaces function exclusively for leisure and features a 12 metre long swimming pool. The helipad of the aft deck is functional, laid out for landing and take-off only. Neither the helicopter nor the tenders should interfere in the all-over appearance. ... read full story

Prout International starts construction of second Prout PT 138: The World’s largest sailing trimaran

March 30, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Prout International has started the construction of their second Prout PT-138 catamaran. Measuring 42.06m, the Prout 138’is the world largest sailing trimaran and the first sailing trimaran super yacht intended for luxury global cruising. The Prout PT-138-02 was infused in early March and construction on both of the world largest sailing trimaran yachts continues. ... read full story

ONE 15 Marina Club completes 3rd Phase of marina expansion creating a 270-berth marina in Singapore

March 30, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

ONE°15 Marina Club Singapore had announced the completion of its 3rd Phase marina pontoons expansion in time to host the Singapore Yacht Show which takes place from 8 to 10 April, 2011. The expansion has created an additional 66 berths, added to the 204 already completed in Phase 1 and 2, and fulfils ONE°15 Marina Club’s promise to its members for a 270-berth marina. ... read full story

Maintenance and Management Can Generate Strong Revenues for Gulf’s Maritime Industry

March 30, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

A leading player in the local yacht repair and maintenance sector says new marinas across the Gulf spell a more buoyant future for the development of the region’s support and service industry, which in turn boosts the region’s ability to attract more yachts to its shores. ... read full story

Singapore to introduce new licences for yachts 24m and over

March 30, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) in Singapore will introduce a the Advanced Power Pleasure Craft Driving licence in the second half of 2011 for those operating yachts 24m and above. “The Advanced Power Pleasure Craft Driving Licence is in anticipation of future pleasure craft which could be larger," an MPA spokesperson told MediaCorp. ... read full story

Les Voiles de St. Barth 2011: Exceptional Yachts and Crews

March 29, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

There will be more than fifty of them: yachts of every size and class from all over the Caribbean, competing at Les Voiles de St. Barth. For the second year, the St. Barth Yacht Club and their partners have come up with a spectacular program for this international yachting event that runs from April 4 – 9. Some of the most notable yachts with their experienced crew will be on hand for a week of racing on the fantastic sailing waters of the Caribbean ... read full story

40th Anniversary BVI Spring Regatta fleet features firsts and favorites

March 29, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The final countdown has begun and racing will commence next week at the 40th Anniversary BVI Spring Regatta and Sailing Festival (March 28-April 3, 2011), giving attending sailors reason to celebrate. Historically, the BVI Spring Regatta has attracted some of the world’s fastest yachts and sailors, and this year’s exceptional entry list is proof that this tradition continues. ... read full story

Dometic Marine appoints Dennis Chiang to strengthen Asia Pacific Sales Team

March 29, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Dometic Marine, the world's leading supplier of marine air conditioning and sanitation systems, has recently appointed Dennis Chiang as OEM and Aftermarket Sales Manager for the Asia Pacific. Chiang will be responsible for developing new business and maintaining product sales within the region. ... read full story

Estimated Media Impact Value of the 2010 Audi MedCup grows by 65,6% year on year since 2009.

March 29, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Sport+Markt, one of the leading sports research and consultancy companies, have concluded their research and evaluation of the 2010 Audi MedCup Circuit with a result that ascertains the world's leading regatta circuit returned 41,1 million euros in terms of media impact over the course of the year. ... read full story

Sailing yacht Virago wins Class and Overall at St. Barths Bucket 2011

March 29, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Nautor Swans’ Sailing yacht VIRAGO won not only her class at the recent St. Barths Regatta, but took home the overall prize as well! One of only a few 100 ft. Nautor Swan sailing yachts built, S/Y VIRAGO, a Swan 100S model, is an outstanding choice for an unforgettable sailing experience. ... read full story

China Team to contest the 34th America’s Cup

March 29, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

For the second time in America’s Cup history, China has entered a team to challenge for the oldest sporting trophy in the world, and bring it to China. The Team is to Feature Mainly Chinese Sailors, on a China-Built Boat ... read full story

Greenline Yacht Interiors to complete 8 RFF135 motor yachts by the Royal Falcon Fleet

March 29, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Based on the existing contract with Royal Falcon fleet to complete the interiors of the first two units of the series of superyacht catamarans, Greenline Yacht Interiors has recently finalised the agreement to complete a further eight RFF135, which is merely the dawn of a visionary superyacht fleet programme. ... read full story

Karpaz Gate Marina, Northern Cyprus: Demand for berths ahead of Opening

March 29, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

With less than eight weeks to go until the soft-opening of Karpaz Gate Marina, the first-ever luxury marina in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), anticipation has been building among yachting enthusiasts around the world, including those who have signed up to be among the first to use the marina's berthing facilities. ... read full story

Vilamoura Marina – “Best Marina in Portugal”

March 29, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Vilamoura Marina was awarded the Best Marina in Portugal at the BTL Portugal Trade Awards 2011, organised by Publituris. The awards ceremony was held in combination with a gala dinner in the FIL Pavilion in Lisbon, Portugal. During the awards, some of the best businesses, institutions, and professionals from fifteen various Portugal tourism groups were honoured. ... read full story

Master Yachts to open refit management office in STP Shipyard, Palma

March 28, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Master Yachts have opened a refit management office in STP shipyard in the Port of Palma. This operations office expands Master Yachts’ presence in Palma and will be an onsite base for refit project managers as well as providing office and meeting facilities for Captains and crew of yachts in the port. ... read full story

Canados 116′ motor yacht launched by Canados

March 28, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Canados launched a new Canados 116’ motor yacht, a 35-metre planing yacht on Saturday, March 26th, 2011. The exterior design of the Canados 116 yacht was developed by the yards Technical Department, while the interior was designed by Salvagni Architetti, a Rome-based design studio. The latest Canados 116’ is destined for a European owner who will cruise through the Mediterranean in the coming season. ... read full story

Motor Yacht Tango launched by Feadship – A 77m Feadship Superyacht

March 28, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Royal Van Lent launched motor yacht Tango, hull #802, a giant 77.70-metre Feadship on Saturday 26 March 2011 at the Royal Van Lent yard. The 77.7m Feadship Tango has a very characteristic exterior styling, including a daring combination of a white hull with a metallic grey and blue superstructure. ... read full story

Motor Yacht AIR launched by Feadship – An 81m Feadship Superyacht

March 28, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Feadship Koninklijke De Vries launched the 81m Motor Yacht AIR at their Aalsmeer shipyard in Holland on Saturday the 26th of March 2011. The 81-metre Air Yacht instantly becomes the largest Feadship available for charter in the world as well as being the largest yacht built by the De Vries Aalsmeer yard to date. ... read full story

Ferretti Group CEO Salvatore Basile dies

March 28, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Ferretti Group CEO Salvatore Basile suddenly passed away yesterday after suffering a heart attack. He was 58. ... read full story

Largest Moonen extends to 42m – The Moonen 137 motor yacht

March 28, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Moonen Shipyards in the Netherlands has announced that its largest project to date, which was originally slated to be a Moonen 133 (133 feet in length), has been extended by a further four feet to become a Moonen 137. The fully customised 42 metre Moonen will now carry a submarine that is capable of seating three passengers instead of the originally specified two. ... read full story

Carlo Cafiero Enfield 43 and Enfield 30 motor boat

March 28, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Carlo Cafiero Italian yacht designer presents two of his luxury motorboats, the Enfield 43 and the Enfield 30 motor boat. ... read full story

Motor yacht Shooting Star launched – A 38 m AeroCruiser by Danish Yachts

March 28, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Fresh from sea trials, Project 116, the first AeroCruiser 38 II, was launched, christened and named motor yacht Shooting Star at Danish Yachts’ superyacht shipyard in Skagen on the 26th of March 2011. ... read full story

60m Motor yacht CRN 130 launched by CRN

March 28, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

CRN, shipyard and brand of the Ferretti Group, have launched the 60m CRN 130 motor yacht in Ancona. The 60 metre steel and aluminium Megayacht CRN 130 is the second yacht launched by CRN in a week after motor yacht LADY TRUDY. ... read full story

Motor yacht Valerie (ex project Firebird) launched – A Lürssen Werft Superyacht

March 28, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 84m motor yacht Valerie has been launched at the Lürssen Werft yard in Rendsburg, Germany. Yacht Valerie was known under the project name Firebird (hull 13660). Superyacht Valerie is the first yacht to be launched by the Lürssen yard this year. ... read full story

47m Sailing yacht Y105 launched by Factoria Naval Marin

March 28, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 47.21m replica schooner Y105 has been launched by the Spanish shipyard Factoria Naval Marin (FNM) at their shipyard in Marin over the weekend. The FNM yacht Y105 is a replica of sailing yacht Germania, the schooner designed in 1908 by Max Oertz for the German Kaiser Wilhelm II. With her Spars included, she has a full length of 59.60m and features a steel hull with wooden deckhouses and rig and two masts. ... read full story

81m Motor Yacht AIR launched by Feadship

March 28, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Feadship Koninklijke De Vries launched and christened the 81m Motor Yacht AIR at their Aalsmeer shipyard in Holland on Saturday the 26th of March 2011. Superyacht AIR measures a colossal 81 meters (265.7 feet) and is the largest yacht ever to be built at the yard. ... read full story

2011 ClubSwan Caribbean Rendezvous Round Up

March 27, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The ClubSwan Rendezvous programme is designed to offer structured cruising and social occasions organised by Nautor’s Swan with the option of low key racing in some of the World’s most sought after sailing locations. The Caribbean element to the Rendezvous suits those intent on enjoying local island hospitality mixed with Swan cruising organisation taking the fleet to a range of island stopovers. ... read full story

Horizon EP105 Motor Yacht – A Long Range Explorer

March 27, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Horizon has announced it will attend the Hainan Rendezvous, the ultimate luxury lifestyle show in Chinese Riviera-Hainan, held from 1-4 April 2011. I will be the first time Horizon has attended this high-end event and they will showcase their EP105 motor yacht, a 105 foot long-range luxury superyacht. ... read full story

Motor Yacht AIR Launched

March 26, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

On Saturday, March 26 at the yard of Koninklijke De Vries Feadship in Aalsmeer Ship motor yacht ‘AIR’ had her launching cerimony. Despite the bad weather the event attracted many visitors. With her 81 meters the AIR yacht is the longest ever built in Aalsmeer. FESTIVAL: Before the famous bottle of champagne hit against the... ... read full story

46m Long Range Motor Yacht – the Neo Classic Series by MCC Yachts

March 25, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

“Back to the Future”: MCC introduces its new 46-meter Long Range Motor Yacht at the 2011 Palm Beach Boat Show. MCC moves forward toward the future, and at the same time, turns back in time. At this week’s 2011 Palm Beach Boat Show, March 24-27th, MCC is introducing their new design for a 46-meter Long Range Motor Yacht—the Neo Classic Series. ... read full story

Third Abu Dhabi Yacht Show Sails into Yas Marina

March 25, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The third Abu Dhabi Yacht Show (ADYS) opened its doors at the spectacular Yas Marina on the 24th of March 2011, with a great line-up of yachts and boats and an exhibitor profile comprising some of the most powerful players in the international yachting industry. ... read full story

Tecnomar at the 4th Mumbai International Boat Show

March 25, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Tecnomar attended the 4th Mumbai International Boat Show cementing the company's permanent presence in India and setting its expansion plans in Asia. ... read full story

Van der Velden Marine Systems New Executive VP

March 25, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Paul van Maanen (48) has joined Van der Velden® Marine Systems as Executive Vice President. He brings with him years of experience as a Managing Director in the shipbuilding and aircraft industries. Van Maanen will join the Corporate Executive Board and be co-responsible for the overall operation and management of the entire Van der Velden group of companies. ... read full story

Feadship at Hainan Rendezvous in China

March 25, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Feadship is gearing up to exhibit at the Hainan Rendezvous in China, which will run from April 1 to 4 2011. This is the second time that this vibrant boat show has been held on the up and coming Chinese Riviera and the event will showcase a luxury lifestyle to an audience that is becoming increasingly attracted to superyachts. ... read full story

The Mulder 98 Flybridge motor yacht: New order from Russia

March 25, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Mulder Shipyard has received a new order to build a Mulder 98 Flybridge motor yacht for a client from Russia. The all-new, all-aluminium yacht has been developed by the Mulder Shipyard design team and will be delivered in the second quarter of 2013. ... read full story

GALATEA 56 Motor yacht by Pama Architetti Design

March 24, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The design of the GALATEA 56 Motor yacht by Pama Architetti Design was aimed from the outset to offer the market a new and exciting motor yacht suitable for a young clientele, able to enjoy a modern and elegant motor yacht. Motor yacht Galatea 55 was designed for long-term stays on board in comfort and relaxation, thanks to a style of navigation that points to the pleasure of the journey rather than the busy reaching the goal. ... read full story

Future Fibres Italy

March 24, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Future Fibres´ is pleased to announce the creation of Future Fibres Italy, a dedicated sales and support office to cater for one of the largest yachting markets in Europe. While Future Fibres already has a strong presence in Italy with long term customers such as Wally Yachts, Future Fibres Italy will focus on bringing the same level of support to all Italian based yards, designers and yacht owners. ... read full story

Charter yacht YOGI launched by Proteksan Turquoise

March 24, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Motor yacht YOGI, built by Proteksan Turquoise was proudly wearing the Turkish flag on her bow, when she was launched into the water at the Pendik shipyard in Istanbul. This newest launch of yacht YOGI (hull no. NB49) measures 60.20 m (197.5 ft) and is the second superyacht launched by Proteksan Turquoise in 2011, after the earlier launch of the motor yacht Turquoise. ... read full story

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