2011 April

News Archive

34th America’s Cup: Fifteen teams confirmed for San Francisco

April 05, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Entries for the 34th America’s Cup accelerated with a flurry of last-minute activity on deadline day last week, March 31, resulted in 15 teams from 12 nations entering the competition set for the 2011 and 2012 World Series events and the Louis Vuitton Cup and America’s Cup Finals set for San Francisco in the summer of 2013. ... read full story

Judges announced for the 2011 Club Marine Australian Marine Industry Export Awards.

April 05, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) has announced the judging panel for the 2011 Club Marine Australian Marine Industry Export Awards. It is important to maintain some consistency in regard to the judging of these awards stated AIMEX CEO MaryAnne Edwards. The judges will this year be Barry Jenkins, Iain Murray, John Savage, Ken Evans and Peter Ironmonger. ... read full story

Cheoy Lee Global Motor Yacht Series

April 05, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Following the success of the Cheoy Lee Bravo Series designed by Mike Burvenich, the next logical step was to develop a larger series of yachts based on the success of the Bravo series. Burvenich working closely with Marty Isenberg of Cheoy Lee looked at what the typical owner was looking for in the larger yacht series. From these discussions the Cheoy Lee Global Series was born. It was determined that the latest trend is for smaller more efficient yachts. The most popular size range was determined to be from 100 to 145 feet. Four initial models were developed; the Global 103, Global 118, Global 130, and Global 145. ... read full story

Motor yacht Mazu, Cheoy Lee’s 5000th yacht nearing completion

April 05, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Motor yacht Mazu, Cheoy Lee’s 5000th order since 1940’s, is currently nearing completion. Work on the steel hull and composite superstructure was done in parallel, in two different building bays at Cheoy Lee’s ‘Hin Lee’ manufacturing yard in southern China. ... read full story

34th America’s Cup: Portugal to host first event of World Series

April 05, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The coastal town of Cascais will play host to the first America’s Cup World Series event, scheduled Aug. 6-14. Cascais, about 30 kilometers west of the Portuguese capital of Lisbon, has hosted many world championship sailing events and now it’ll host the first event of the ACWS. ... read full story

Lantic Entertainment Systems new user interface for superyachts

April 04, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Lantic Entertainment Systems, the leading developer and manufacturer of integrated entertainment systems for superyachts, has announced the launch of its all new software Suite 2011 incorporating an exciting new graphical user interface. ... read full story

The 80 metre (220 ft) Maricuda Project to win the Hales Trophy, the Blue Riband of the Atlantic gains momentum

April 04, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Maricuda project to win the Hales Trophy, the Blue Riband of the Atlantic has gained significant momentum recently with its association and assistance from General Electric, Renk, Wartsila and Devonport Yachts. The design process of the 80 metre (220 ft) Maricuda Atlantic Challenger, the craft that is being designed to cross the Atlantic in under two days is closer to becoming a reality. ... read full story

Williams expands to meet increased global demand

April 04, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Williams Performance Tenders, the world’s leading jet tender specialist, is expanding its UK operation in response to continued business growth. Williams is adding an additional 20,000 sq. ft to its Berinsfield-based headquarters, and has recruited four new members of the team so far this year to meet the increased global demand for its tenders. ... read full story

Overmarine Group (Baglietto, Cantieri di Pisa, and Mangusta) at the 26th Palm Beach International Boat Show

April 04, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Overmarine Group (Baglietto, Cantieri di Pisa, and Mangusta) was represented at the 26th annual Palm Beach International Boat Show by MarineMax Yacht & Brokerage Group. Running from March 24th to 27th during spectacular weather, thousands of attendees visited the dedicated display featuring the following scale models: Mangusta 92’, 108’ and 148’; and Baglietto 46 Meter. ... read full story

Magnum Marine turns 45

April 04, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Magnum Marine's longstanding successful and “icon” activity continues without a break, not even for their 45th anniversary and the launch of two exceptional new models: the Magnum 51' “Gold Label” yacht (with a special gold livery created for the occasion), and the all yellow Magnum 44' “Banzai” motor yacht. ... read full story

Giancarlo Galeone new Ferretti Group CEO

April 04, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

In deep sorrow for the sudden loss of Salvatore Basile, the Ferretti S.p.A. Board of Directors met under the chairmanship of Norberto Ferretti and appointed Giancarlo Galeone, Group shareholder and Director, as new Chief Executive Officer, conferring the relative proxy and powers. ... read full story

Superyacht ‘Ariadna’ by Heesen Yachts

April 04, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Heesen Yachts of Holland has pre launched a new 46.7 metre superyacht ‘Ariadna’ in Oss, as designed by Omega yacht architects. Yacht Ariadna is hull YN 15347 – one of the Heesen 47 m steel hulled displacement motor yacht series with an aluminium superstructure. The motor yacht requires further fitting and finishing before her official launch and... ... read full story

The ISA Yachts 630 Motor Yacht Kolaha

April 04, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Superyacht Kolaha, an ISA 630 and the flagship of the Ancona shipyard (ISA), stands out immediately for her extremely clean and streamlined presence, despite her healthy 63 metre length.  (Article courtesy of ISA Yachts Italy, Images copyright ISA, translated from Italian). The yacht build project involved the technical department at ISA, led by Anthony Lombards, and... ... read full story

Tecnomar at the Abu Dhabi Yacht Show

April 02, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Tecnomar attended the Abu Dhabi Yacht Show 2011 which took place from March 24-26 at Yas Marina. The three-day event confirmed the shifting trend towards larger yachts within the industry, with the Middle East continuing as one of the main markets for larger scale yachts. ... read full story

Viking Yacht Company turns 47 Years Old

April 02, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Today marks a special date in the history of the Viking Yacht Company. Founded by brothers Bill and Bob Healey 47 years ago on April 1, 1964, what began as a small, wooden boat building company has developed into the world's largest privately owned and family operated manufacturer of luxury, high-performance sportfishing convertible yachts. ... read full story

Auckland International Boat Show

April 02, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Auckland International Boat Show will again be held in the heart of Auckland City in the magnificent Viaduct Harbour. This venue was developed to serve as the base for the 2000 and 2003 America’s Cups and now provides an ideal sheltered haven for the boat show. It is surrounded by seaside restaurants, bars, bistros and world class hotels. ... read full story

2012 Cruise ship Celebrity Reflection by Celebrity Cruises

April 02, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Proudly watching over Celebrity Reflection her sister ship’s start, Celebrity Silhouette is in the midst of the final phases of her own construction. Celebrity Silhouette Cruise ship will set sail in July of this year. The Celebrity Silhouette Cruise ship will be identical in size (122,000 tons) to the three previous ships in the Solstice Class, the Celebrity Solstice (2008), Celebrity Equinox (2009), and Celebrity Eclipse (2010). However, she will have 17 additional staterooms including 8 concierge class, 8 ocean view, and 2 inside cabins. ... read full story

2011 Cruise Ship Celebrity Silhouette by Celebrity Cruises

April 02, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Proudly watching over Celebrity Reflection her sister ship’s start, Celebrity Silhouette is in the midst of the final phases of her own construction. Celebrity Silhouette Cruise ship will set sail in July of this year. The Celebrity Silhouette Cruise ship will be identical in size (122,000 tons) to the three previous ships in the Solstice Class, the Celebrity Solstice (2008), Celebrity Equinox (2009), and Celebrity Eclipse (2010). However, she will have 17 additional staterooms including 8 concierge class, 8 ocean view, and 2 inside cabins. ... read full story

34th America’s Cup: Venezia Challenge is an official challenger

April 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

With a letter addressed to Club Canottieri Roggero di Lauria, the Golden Gate Yacth Club has accepted officially the Venezia Challenge into the 34th America’s Cup. ... read full story

34th America’s Cup: Second AC World Series Event to be Held in Plymouth

April 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Plymouth, England has been unveiled as the second stop in the inaugural America’s Cup World Series (AC World Series). The event will be held September 10-18, 2011, and will feature both fleet and match racing. ... read full story

34th America’s Cup: Entry Period Closes, AC World Series Venues Revealed

April 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The new era of America’s Cup racing has attracted 15 teams from 12 countries who will begin their quest for the Cup with 2011 America’s Cup World Series stops in Cascais, Portugal; Plymouth, England; and San Diego, California. ... read full story

Two Azimut Flybridge Yachts sold at the 2011 Hainan Boat Show

April 01, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Azimut Yachts sell two of their Flybridge collection yachts, just a few hours after the opening of the 2011 Hainan Boat Show. ... read full story

Azimut Yachts at the 2011 Hainan International Boat Show

April 01, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Azimut Yachts confirms that it will attend the 2011 edition of the Hainan International Boat Show, where it will be represented by its five official dealers at the event's largest and most glamorous booth. ... read full story

Nedship D1000 Motor Yacht

April 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Nedship D1000 Motor yacht is a new built project by the Turkish shipyard Nedship. The Nedship D1000 yacht measures 46m and will be built in advanced composites to RINA class and MCA compliant. The new superyacht project by Nedship could be available to a prospective owner between 18 to 22 months from the signing of contract. ... read full story

Mangusta 205 Open Motor Yacht by Overmarine

April 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Mangusta 205 Open Motor Yacht by Overmarine is due to begin construction shortly and when built, will be the Italian yards’ new flagship. The impressive open motor yacht measuring 62.50 m (205ft) will be the largest open express yacht in the world. The Mangusta 205 Open Motor Yacht by Overmarine was designed by the renowned Stefano Righini, who has worked with Mangusta on several vessels including the Mangusta Open 165’ motor yacht ... read full story

Glass Design for Superyachts by Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture

April 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Due to an increasing demand for larger beach clubs, more natural light and a greater connection with the marine environment, Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture began a project last year to investigate the use of larger glass areas. Designs with large open spaces and windows from deck to ceiling are appealing and help work out the wishes listed earlier, but can cause problems for the strength of the vessel. They have contracted Lloyd’s Register and a leading yacht glazing specialist to provide their relevant input. ... read full story

PAE builder of Nordhavn Yachts obtains new location for headquarters

April 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Pacific Asian Enterprises, Inc., builder of Nordhavn yachts, is pleased to announce that it has obtained a new location for its headquarters, which will house sales, project management, engineering, accounting, commissioning and shipping/receiving under one roof. It also allows for the company’s projected expansion needs as they anticipate growth from increased sales and new designs in the coming years. ... read full story

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