New Ocean Yachts are very proud to announce the successful introduction of their latest New Ocean Yachts 68 Enclosed Flybridge motor yacht onto the Australian market. ... read full story
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Thai superyacht market increases in demand
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The seas surrounding Thailand make for some of the most beautiful and uncluttered cruising grounds and yacht charter destinations in the world. This has long been the reason for the thriving yachting scene here, as globe-yachters (not trotters) big and small have come from afar to enjoy the peaceful sailing and pristine waters. However, there... ... read full story
Heesen delivers 47m motor yacht Ariadna
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Dutch builder Heesen has delivered the 47m displacement motor yacht Ariadna. Heesen yachts pre launched superyacht Ariadna back in April 2011. Yacht Ariadna was built under the hull YN 15347 and features naval architecture by Heesen, was designed by Omega yacht architects with interior design by Frank Laupman, also from Omega Architects. Her interior has... ... read full story
John Wayne’s superyacht Wild Goose enters the National Register of Historic Places.
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The US Department of the Interior has approved the nomination for actor John Wayne’s 41m (136ft) motor yacht Wild Goose, to enter the National Register of Historic Places. M/Y Wild Goose was previously certified by the California Office of Historic Preservation and was deemed eligible for entry into the National Register because of her association... ... read full story
Superyacht specialist Bjorn Johansson Design Ceases Trading
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The Isle of Wight-based superyacht specialist Bjorn Johansson Design, announced it ceased trading as from August 1 2011, after 10 years in business. As many in the industry will know, the company’s founder, Björn Johansson, tragically died in January 2008. The directors decided to honour Björn’s memory – and the contracts his unique talents had... ... read full story
54.9m (180’) motor yacht Harbour Island launched by Newcastle Shipyards
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Newcastle Shipyards, LLC (Newcastle) is proud to announce the successful launch of its largest build-to-date, Superyacht HARBOUR ISLAND on 11 August 2011. Under the glow of a full moon, yacht Harbour Island entered the water to the roar of cheers from the employees and spectators. M/Y Harbour Island, Hull One of the Newcastle 5500 Series... ... read full story
West Marine 2011 ‘Green Product of the Year’ contest
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West Marine, the nation’s largest specialty retailer of boating supplies and accessories, is proud to announce that it is accepting nominations for its third annual Green Product of the Year Award. This year the contest has been expanded to include all of the U.S, including the District of Columbia, as well as Puerto Rico and... ... read full story
Sailing yacht Hetairos (ex project Panamax) sets Sail
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The Baltic Yachts, Finland built 66.7 meter Panamax project (now named sailing yacht Hetairos) has successfully completed her first couple of sea trials. Dykstra & Partners Naval Architects are proud to have been part of a team of people and companies to make this special yacht Hetairos (Panamax project) a success. S/Y Hetairos’s design features... ... read full story
F45 motor yacht Helix launched by Feadship Royal Van Lent
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Yesterday the Feadship Royal Van Lent shipyard launched the fifth motor yacht in the F45 Vantage superyacht series, named Helix. Superyacht Helix, built under the hull number 804 is the first yacht in the series to feature a nautical interior theme, which features a modern mix of light fabric covered walls in mahogany wooden frames... ... read full story
K&M Yacht builders and Dykstra & Partners: a trusted combination.
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The trade fair season is nearly upon us, and K&M Yachtbuilders are busy preparing themselves. This year K&M Yachtbuilders will be present at three trade fairs, where they will only represent designs by Dykstra & Partners. Båter I Sjøen 1 – 4 September 2011, Oslo (Sandvika) The first boat show that K&M will attend is... ... read full story
Hatteland Display announces new agents in Korea and Singapore
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Hatteland Display (HD), the leading technology provider of specialized display and computer products announces the appointment of a new sole agent in Korea and a new agent in Singapore. ... read full story
Oman Sail to compete in the MOD70 circuit
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“With time and perseverance one accomplishes one’s goals”… this expression perfectly illustrates the construction of the MOD70 circuit. Demonstrating great determination since 2010, the new class of one-design 70 foot trimarans has been constantly evolving to the rhythm of the involvement from the teams, partners and towns playing host to the race stopovers, as well... ... read full story
Marinas in UK launch RYA Active Marina Programme
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Marinas across the country are signing up to the new RYA Active Marina Programme which encourages berth holders to make the most of life with their boat through marina based training workshops and by supporting organised cruises and social events in marinas. ... read full story
The first Ocean King 88 yacht under construction at Cantieri Navali Chioggia (CNC)
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The latest project from the Italian shipyard, Cantieri Navali Chioggia (CNC), the Ocean King 88 superyacht is currently under construction and is due to be delivered in 2012. ... read full story
R Marine New Zealand receive Riviera’s Dealership of the Year award
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Innovation and creativity in these challenging times has earned R Marine New Zealand, Riviera’s most esteemed Dealership of the Year award. ... read full story
FEADSHIP to unveil their 2011 Future Yacht Concept Model at the MYS
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The well known Dutch shipyard Feadship announced their presence at the 2011 MYS where it will unveil their 2011 Future Concept Model as well as present their fifth F45 Vantage motor yacht Helix launched in August, 2011. ... read full story
Sevenstar yacht transportation expands network
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Sevenstar, the world leading provider of yacht transportation services has opened an office in Sydney. It is being managed by Dean Sharples, a well-known figure in the marine industry in Australia. Sevenstar has also announced further expansion of its activities in the United States and Turkey. “As the number of clients increases in the Australasia... ... read full story
Marine Travellift names Erich Pfeifer as president and COO
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Marine Travelift has named Erich Pfeifer as president and chief operating officer succeeding Steve Pfeifer, who will remain Marine Travelift’s CEO and continue to serve the company in a strategic and advisory role. Pfeifer joined Marine Travelift in 2003 as sales manager and was subsequently promoted to sales director of the Americas and then vice... ... read full story
Superyacht Helix the 5th F45 Vantage motor yacht launched by Feadship
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Motor yacht Helix, the fifth Feadship in the exclusive F45 Vantage custom series has just been launched at the Feadship Royal Van Lent shipyard. Superyacht Helix shares the phenomenal finish and first-class facilities of her four F45 sister ships, however yacht Helix is the first to feature a Nautical interior. The Feadship F45 yacht is... ... read full story
The Selene 128 motor yacht – An Ocean Trawler by Guido De Groot
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Guido De Groot Design, a well known superyacht design studio, are proud to introduce their latest project -the Selene 128 superyacht - in collaboration with Howard Chen's design team. ... read full story
Pearl Motor Yachts and Kelly Hoppen MBE collaborate on Pearl 75 motor yacht
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Pearl Motor Yachts, one of the UK’s leading luxury yacht builders, has announced a special collaboration with a world renowned British interior designer Kelly Hoppen MBE. Kelly Hoppen is one of the most in-demand interior designers in the country. Kelly has been brought on board to design the luxury interior of the flagship Pearl 75... ... read full story
The 67m Hetairos superyacht delivered by Baltic Yachts
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Yesterday, on the 15th of August 2011, Baltic Yachts have successfully delivered their recently launched 66.9 metre sailing yacht Hetairos. The beautiful superyacht Hetairos features naval architecture and external lines by the world renowned design studios Reichel / Pugh Yacht Design and Dykstra & Partners. Her interior features styling by Rhoades Young. Built under the... ... read full story
Novurania applies changes to the distribution in the Mediterranean area
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Novurania, a market leader in luxury tenders for Superyachts for the past 40 years, is changing their distribution in a key Mediterranean area by enhancing their OEM programs directly to shipyards and brokers and discontinuing their distribution relationship with E.A.M.S. of Biot, France. ... read full story
Rolex Fastnet Race: SY Rambler 100 capsized in the Celtic Sea
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Sailing yacht Rambler 100 capsized in the Celtic Sea during the Rolex Fastnet Race. All of the shaken crew were rescued by Baltimore Lifeboat. ... read full story
Audi MedCup 2011 Region of Murcia Trophy to start in one week
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For the two Audi MedCup Circuit series fleets the home straight may not quite be looming into sight yet, but the expectation of September’s grand finale in Barcelona is growing by the day. The Region of Murcia Trophy, the fourth of the 2011 season’s five trophy regattas, starts in one week’s time. On each of... ... read full story
Camper & Nicholsons Marine to develop the marina sector in China and Asia with First Eastern
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Camper & Nicholsons First Eastern joint venture announced to develop the marina sector in China and Asia. ... read full story
Students from Faculty of Fine Art in Cetinje express their creativity at Porto Montenegro
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From the 8th until the 14th August 2011 ten young artists have been given the opportunity to express their creativity on the walls surrounding Tara. ... read full story
Moore Stephens joins Griffin Yacht Club at Monaco Yacht Show 2011
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GRIFFIN MARINE TRAVEL the world’s largest provider of specialised travel to the marine, offshore and maritime security industries and its Griffin Yacht division are pleased to announce that Moore Stephens Crew Benefits will be one of ten sponsors of the Griffin Yacht Club at Monaco Yacht Show 2011. “Moore Stephens Crew Benefits is a perfect... ... read full story
Britton Marine – Australia’s Best Marine Industry Export Performer
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AIMEX is proud to announce that Britton Marine Australia has been awarded ‘Best Marine Industry Export Performance (Medium Exporter) in this year’s Australian Marine Industry Export Awards. The 2011 Club Marine Australian Marine Industry Export Awards were announced recently at the annual Club Marine and Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) networking function in Sydney... ... read full story
Moore Stephens join Griffin Yacht Club for superyacht crew at the Monaco Yacht Show 2011
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GRIFFIN MARINE TRAVEL is pleased to announce that Moore Stephens Crew Benefits will be one of ten sponsors of the Griffin Yacht Club at Monaco Yacht Show 2011. “Moore Stephens Crew Benefits is a perfect sponsor for the Griffin Yacht Club,” says Pieter Rieder, Griffin’s SVP Commercial Development, adding, “Obviously Moore Stephens is known globally... ... read full story
P&W Marine Engineers winner of the ‘Most Innovative Marine Industry Exported Product’ award
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P&W Marine Engineers were awarded Winners in the category ‘Most Innovative Marine Industry Exported Product’ and won a high commendation award for ‘Best Marine Industry Export Performance’ in the medium exporter category at the 2011 Club Marine Australian Marine Industry Export Awards. ... read full story
Newcastle 5500 motor yacht Harbour Island by Newcastle Shipyards
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Newcastle Shipyards of Florida announced the launch of the 54.87m (180′) Newcastle 5500 motor yacht Harbour Island, their largest motor yacht to date, in December 2010. The yacht is now nearing completion and ws videod being towed down the Intracoastal Waterfront to St. Augustine as seen in the video below. She spend a few weeks... ... read full story
Feature Superyacht: 30m Sailing yacht Antares III by Yachting Developments
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Sailing Yacht Antares III is a 30m (98ft) custom built composite performance cruising sloop from the design board of Dixon Yacht Design. Built by Yachting Developments to meet and exceed strict Germanischer Lloyd and MCA classification survey requirements, the vessel is incredibly strong yet 25-30% lighter than similar vessels built in Aluminium. The composite structure... ... read full story
2011 Shipyard Cup: Sailing yacht Whisper Wins Overall
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Hodgdon Yachts welcomed over 250 big boat racing sailors and their guests at the opening event of Shipyard Cup IX. In the relaxed Maine style, the Shipyard Cup final line-up included sailing yacht VIRAGO, (100′) S/Y ISOBEL (76′) superyacht CHRISTOPHER (150′) yacht WHITEHAWK (92) TENACIOUS sailing yacht (115′) sailing yacht WHISPER (116′) SUMURUN (94′) and... ... read full story
Transatlantic Race 2011 Winners Take a Bow
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Cowes, England (August 12, 2011) – With the presentation of the awards this week at the Royal Yacht Squadron’s Cowes Castle on the Isle of Wight, the cast of players has taken its final bow, and the production that was the Transatlantic Race 2011 has closed to rave reviews. The race made history with the... ... read full story
Christensen Motor Yacht Remember When at Dennis Conner’s North Cove, Manhattan
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Motor Yacht REMEMBER WHEN, a 49.38m (162′) superyacht built by the Christensen Shipyard, Vancouver in 2010 is currently at Dennis Conner’s North Cove. A Big boat in the big city, she stretches across the entire south breakwall, creating a commanding presence on the summer scene in Manhattan. Superyacht Remember When features a contemporary interior designed... ... read full story
2011 Shipyard Cup: Sailing yacht Whisper Wins Day One
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Under a beautiful Maine sky and fair breezes the 2011 Shipyard Cup fleet saw a great day of sailing. After a one hour delay to let the breeze build to a pleasant 10-15 kts., the staggered start spread the fleet out over 52 minutes. After 3 hours of racing on a delightful afternoon sailing yacht... ... read full story
Emirates Team New Zealand wins the first AC World Series Cascais, Portugal
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Emirates Team New Zealand made an incredible recovery during the ‘winner takes all’ fleet race on Sunday to win the America’s Cup World Series Cascais, the first event of a new global series leading up to San Francisco in 2013. With nine boats on the start line, the competition was close, and with a tricky,... ... read full story
ORACLE Racing Spithill wins Match Race championship Cascais, Portugal
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James Spithill and his ORACLE Racing crew swept aside the previously ascendant Emirates Team New Zealand to win the Cascais AC Match Race Championship on Saturday, as the AC World Series Cascais enters the final weekend of racing. Many of the matches featured close starts, blazing speed runs to the first turning mark and early... ... read full story
New 65m Spadolini superyacht concept for Rossi Navi
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Rossi Navi has recently announced a new 65-metre motor yacht concept design by the renowned Italian designer Tommaso Spadolini. ... read full story
Motor Yacht Galeon 780 Crystal launched by Galeon
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Galeon shipyard in Poland are very happy to announce the launch of their flagship superyacht Galeon 780 Crystal. ... read full story
34th America’s Cup and YouTube announce exciting media partnership
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Focused on pushing the boundaries of fan interactivity, event organizers of the 34th America’s Cup and YouTube have announced a global partnership to elevate sports content consumption. Combining the world-class content developed by the in-house America’s Cup Television (ACTV) and Technology teams with YouTube’s powerful media platform and livestreaming capabilities, the online partnership will deliver... ... read full story
Rolex Fastnet Race to start in 2 days
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With just over two days left until the start of the Rolex Fastnet Race, a press conference was held yesterday in the Sir Max Aitken Museum in Cowes on the Isle of Wight. ... read full story
Expedition superyacht E & E (ex Jasmin II) launched by Cizgi Yachts in Turkey
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Cizgi Yachts of Turkey launched the 42 meter expedition yacht E&E (ex Jasmin II) on the 9th of August 2011. Motor yacht E&E is a new modern 42 meter explorer style motor yacht which was designed by Vripak built at the Cizgi Shipyard in Turkey. What makes the yacht E&E different from the crowd is... ... read full story
Savage Marine Ltd launch new interior LED lighting range for superyachts
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Savage Marine Ltd, leading specialists in lighting solutions for the superyacht industry, are pleased to announce the launch of a new range of interior LED lighting. This launch follows their recent increase in all of their facilities and services enabling them to expand their product range, technology development and manufacturing capabilities. The new range of... ... read full story
Tall ship sailing yacht Friendship of Salem at Dennis Conner’s North Cove
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The 171ft Tall-ship sailing yacht “Friendship of Salem” made her first appearance at Dennis Conner’s North Cove this morning. S/Y Friendship of Salem is a reconstruction of a 171-foot three-masted Salem East Indiaman built in 1797. She is the largest wooden US Coast Guard certified sailing vessel to be built in New England in more... ... read full story
AC World Series Cascais: Kiwis continue to roll over the competition
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Emirates Team New Zealand is quickly becoming the star of the show at the America’s Cup World Series – Cascais. For the second consecutive day, the Kiwis earned maximum points, after beating Artemis Racing in a match racing duel for first place to conclude a full day of racing. The Emirates team picked up where... ... read full story
Volvo Ocean Race Team Sanya selects Future Fibres
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Volvo entry Team Sanya, led by Rolex World Sailor of the Year and previous winner of the Volvo Ocean Race, Mike Sanderson, has chosen Future Fibres for their complete mast and rigging package. ... read full story
Jetlev Flyer – the latest superyacht toy that will make your charter guests fly!
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Jetlev-Flyer is the latest must-have superyacht toy, that guarantees your charter guests have an incredible and exciting time on the water. ... read full story