2012 February

News Archive

Extreme Sailing Series – Morgan Larson’s impressive debut

February 29, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Yesterday, the first ever day for the new skipper Morgan Larson ended in success tying in first place with Group Edmond de Rothschild. ... read full story

Seakeeper gyros stabilise charter yacht MARHABA

February 29, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Ocea 108 Commuter charter yacht Marhaba has been recently fitted with Seakeeper gyros stabilisation, which was greatly appreciated by Ferrari's chairman Luca Cordero di Montezemolo who chartered Marhaba yacht for the past two seasons. ... read full story

Winners of the Rallye Sunseeker 2012: Mark Donnelly and Dai Roberts

February 29, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 14th edition of the popular Rallye Sunseeker, the largest Motorsport event in the south of England´s sporting calendar, was won by Mark Donnelly and Dai Roberts. ... read full story

Dubai International Boat Show 2012 with over 100 exhibitors on display

February 29, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Dubai International Boat Show 2012, held at the Dubai International Marine Club – Mina Seyahi from 13 – 17 March will present more than 100 yacht exhibitors from over 24 nations, including such as superyacht builders like Abeking & Rasmussen, AMELS, Benetti, Feadship, Fincantieri, Heesen Yachts, Lurssen, Oceanco, San Lorenzo, Trinity Yachts and many others. ... read full story

Sunreef Yachts to attend Dubai and Moscow International Boat Shows 2012

February 29, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Sunreef Yachts will attend the Dubai and Moscow International Boat Shows 2012, with their cutting-edge designs and most recent projects, such as the new high-speed, performance sailing catamaran yacht Sunreef 75 Ultimate as well as their latest, high-tech power catamaran yacht 60 Sunreef Power, now under construction. ... read full story

Palm Beach International Boat Show 2012: More than $350 million worth of boats, superyachts and accessories on display

February 29, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year´s Palm Beach International Boat Show, held on March 22-25, will exhibit hundreds of boats ranging from small inflatables and center consoles to fishing boats and superyachts over 150 feet. New to this year’s show is TrawlerPort, a true show within a show. ... read full story

Royal Southern Yacht Club’s Biscay 2012 Offshore Race: ´Sign Up´ Open Day, March 24

February 29, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The inaugural Biscay 2012 Offshore Race´s organisers, the Royal Southern and Sunsail Racing have announced a ´Sing Up´ Open Day on March 24th, for anyone wishing to enter and to have a look over the Beneteau F40 yachts, or to learn more about this new Race. ... read full story

Asian debut for Jongert Yachts at Hainan Rendez-Vous 2012

February 29, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Jongert Yachts will be present at the Hainan Rendez-Vous 2012, held at the Visun Royal Yacht Club in the city Sanya in April 5-8. It will be the first time that Jongert sets sail towards Asia ... read full story

Orams Marine completes refit of the 90m Athena Superyacht – the largest luxury yacht ever refitted in New Zealand

February 29, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Orams Marine Village has successfully completed the 9-month refit of the 90m (295ft) Athena superyacht, launched by the renowned Dutch shipyard Royal Huisman in 2005. ... read full story

Extreme Sailing Series yacht race successfully started by Extreme 40 Debut Skipper Morgan Larson

February 29, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Extreme Sailing Series 2012 was successfully started by new skipper of the sailing yacht Oman Air, American Morgan Larson, on the opening day of Act 1 of this popular yacht race held in Muscat, Oman. ... read full story

Dockwise transports 130´ charter yacht Endeavour to the Caribbean

February 29, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 130´ luxury charter yacht Endeavour is heading for the Caribbean on board Dockwise, after her 18-month refit at Yachting Developments and successful sea trials. She will take part in the Antigua St Barths Bucket regatta in March. ... read full story

Sailing Yacht SELENE winner of the Swan Caribbean Challenge Trophy

February 28, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Swan 80 sailing yacht SELENE takes home the Swan Caribbean Challenge Trophy with great pride after competing the unique 600 nautical mile race - the RORC Caribbean 600 Challenge. ... read full story

Caribbean and Mediterranean charter vacations aboard the prestigious charter yacht PEGASUS V (ex Princess Mariana)

February 28, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

One of the most prestigious luxury mega yachts in the word - Pegasus V (ex Princess Mariana) is now available for charter holidays in the popular destinations of the Caribbean (winter season) and the Mediterranean (summer season). ... read full story

New C-17M yacht tender by C-Boat

February 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

English designer and builder, C-Boat has presented their latest C-17M yacht tender, which represents a development of the C-15M tender, featuring similar specifications, including the same propulsion package. ... read full story

Sunseeker Yacht Manhattan 63 Marine Engineer awarded Queen’s Medal by HRH Prince of Wales

February 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Sunseeker luxury yacht Manhattan 63 Marine Engineer Chris Schreiber was awarded Queens Medal by HRH Prince of Wales at St James's Palace in London, on Thursday 16th February 2012. ... read full story

Horizon Yachts visited by United Arab Emirates’ Prince

February 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Horizon Yachts was visited by United Arab Emirates' Prince Shaikh Talib Saqer Al Qassimi on 21st February, 2012. He was shown the Asian largest luxury ICE class steel private super yacht EP148 which is currently under construction, along with the brand-new Horizon RP120 motor yacht Muses. ... read full story

Golfing Legend Jack Nicklaus’ Westport 130 motor yacht Sea Bear to debut at Boat Asia 2012

February 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Golfing Legend Jack Nicklaus' Westport 130 motor yacht Sea Bear will be presented for the very first time at Boat Asia 2012, held from 12-15th April. This spectacular vessel is a floating museum, which houses 36 unique pieces hand-selected by Jack and Barbara Nicklaus from the Jack Nicklaus Museum in Columbus, Ohio, as well as items personally donated from their home collection. ... read full story

Underwater Vehicle HydroView – a new superyacht toy by Aquabotix

February 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Underwater vehicle HydroView is a new superyacht toy created by UK-based company Aquabotix. It gives the possibility to see the underwater world through live video, capture still shots, upload recorded images to social media sites, and navigate through the water using iPad, iPhone, Android phone or laptop. ... read full story

Azimut Yachts starts works on the 42m planing motor yacht Azimut Grande 140

February 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Azimut Yachts starts works on the 42m planing motor yacht Azimut Grande 140, as announced by this prestigious Italian shipyard at the 2012 Miami Boat Show. This beautiful vessel will provide 12 guests with 5 lovely cabins. ... read full story

Narasaki 50m motor yacht Northern Sun (ex Hokko Maru, Northern Light) on display at Hainan Rendez-Vous 2012

February 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Narasaki 50m motor yacht Northern Sun (ex Hokko Maru, Northern Light) launched by the Japanese shipyard Narasaki Shipbuilding in 1976 as the Japanese ice-class marine research vessel Hokko Maru will be on display at Hainan Rendez-Vous 2012. This spectacular vessel comfortably sleeps 12 guests. ... read full story

Hainan Rendez-Vous 2012: The Largest Superyachts ever displayed in China

February 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Hainan Rendez-Vous 2012 will exhibit the largest superyachts ever displayed in China, including the Feadship 44.65m motor yacht Helix, the 50m luxury yacht Northern Sun as well as the 49m Trinity charter yacht Lohengrin. ... read full story

Carlo Riva’s birthday opens a series of important anniversaries for Riva Yachts

February 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Carlo Riva’s birthday opens a series of important anniversaries for Riva Yachts, including the 50th anniversary of the Aquarama yacht tender and the 170th anniversary of the brand. ... read full story

Vilanova Grand Marina – Barcelona offers free berthing days for superyachts this spring

February 27, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Vilanova Grand Marina - Barcelona offers free berthing days during spring for superyachts coming back from charter season in the Caribbean. ... read full story

Nearly 35% discount for the 59.4m luxury charter yacht OASIS in the Caribbean

February 27, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Luxury charter yacht OASIS by Lurssen is currently offering a special of almost 35% discount off her normal charter rate for the period between 28th February and 28th March, 2012. ... read full story

2012 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 yacht race: A Sensational Success

February 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Antigua Yacht Club was hosting the prize giving party, where myriad of trophies, medals and prizes for class winners of the 2012 RORC Caribbean Trophy were on display. ... read full story

2012 RORC Caribbean 600: Day 5 – Winners revealed

February 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

On the fifth day of the 2012 RORC Caribbean 600 yacht race prize-giving celebrations were in full swing at the Antigua Yacht Club. ... read full story

Danish Team Trifork Completes Act 1 Line-Up of the Extreme Sailing Series 2012 Starting Tomorrow

February 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Danish Team Trifork has been finally presented today as the 8th team in the starting blocks for the first Act of the Extreme Sailing Series™ 2012 in Muscat, Oman, starting tomorrow. ... read full story

America’s Cup Teams in San Francisco to see first-hand the vision for the yacht racing

February 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

America's Cup Teams arrived in San Francisco the last weekend to see first-hand the vision for the yacht racing. Teams represented this week in San Francisco are from China, France, Italy, Korea, New Zealand, Spain, Sweden, the United Kingdom and the United States. ... read full story

Integrity Motor Yachts to welcome Chinese delegation at 2012 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show

February 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Brett Flanagan and his team from Integrity Motor Yachts will be hosting a delegation of six senior personnel from the Jianghau Marine & Engineering Company from Qingdao China at the 2012 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show. ... read full story

Club Marine to highlight Australian Marine and Superyacht Awards

February 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Club Marine, a major player in the Australian Marine Industry ensuring the marine industry gets the recognition it deserves both nationally and internationally highlights two new Superyacht Industry award categories, presented this year for the first time by the Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX). ... read full story

Company85 Global Challenge 90´motor yacht Accomplish More in partnership with ECOsuperyacht

February 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Company85 Global Challenge motor yacht Accomplish More is the fastest and most efficient wave-piercing powerboat, with the ultimate goal: the fastest ever surface circumnavigation of the world, in partnership with ECOsuperyacht, to completely offset all carbon emissions arising from this record circumnavigation. ... read full story

MDL Marinas adds Sant Carles Superyacht Marina to the MDL Freedom Berthing network

February 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

MDL Marinas is adding Sant Carles Superyacht marina to the MDL Freedom Berthing network. This beautiful marina is situated in the town of Sant Carles de la Ràpita on the beautiful Costa Dorada in Catalonia, Spain, approximately 100 miles south of Barcelona and the same distance north of Valencia. ... read full story

25th Benetti Tradition 105′ motor yacht MIAMAA launched

February 27, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

On the 25th of February, 2012, Benetti yachts launched their 25th 31m Benetti Tradition 105' series superyacht Miamaa at the presents of her Owner, technical personnel, workers, and all Benetti staff who took part in the outfitting and the construction of the vessel. ... read full story

Benetti 36.90m Classic 121 Custom Luxury Yacht DOMANI on display at Miami Boat Show

February 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Benetti 36.90m Classic 121 custom luxury yacht DOMANI was on display at this year´s Miami Boat Show. This magnificent vessel easily accommodates up to 10 guests in 5 comfortable cabins. ... read full story

Benetti 61m FB253 luxury yacht Diamonds Are Forever: the largest vessel ever exhibited at Miami Boat Show

February 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Benetti 61m FB253 luxury yacht Diamonds Are Forever was the largest vessel ever exhibited at Miami Boat Show. Featuring the concept design as well as exterior design by Azimut-Benetti with interior and decoration by Evan K. Marshall / Usonia V, this spectacular vessel comfortably sleeps up to 12 guests in four vast guest staterooms, a huge VIP suite and the majestic Owners’ stateroom. ... read full story

Record-breaking Miami Boat Show 2012 for Azimut-Benetti Group’s Megayacht division

February 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Miami Boat Show 2012 was record-breaking for Azimut-Benetti Group, exhibiting three new luxury vessels: the Benetti Classic 121 motor yacht Domani and the FB253 Diamonds Are Forever superyacht as well as the Azimut Grande 116 luxury yacht Cinque. Benetti also announced the start of construction on a new 90 metre steel and aluminium vessel, while Azimut Grande has started works on a new 140 foot trideck planing model. ... read full story

Azimut 35.5m Grande 116 superyacht Cinque presented at Miami International Yacht Show 2012

February 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Azimut 35.5m Grande 116 superyacht Cinque was exhibited at the Miami International Yacht Show 2012. Thise spectacular vessel, featuring elegant exterior by Stefano Righini and lovely interior by Carlo Galeazzi, offers 4 or 5 beautiful cabins to 8/10 guests. ... read full story

Horizon RP120 motor yacht MUSES, CC110 Lady Gaga superyacht and E54 yacht on display at 2012 Hainan Rendezvous

February 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Horizon motor yacht RP120 MUSES, CC110 Lady Gaga superyacht and E54 yacht will be presented at the 2012 Hainan Rendezvous, held from April 5th – 8th, 2012. Muses and Lady Gaga will be among the top five largest megayachts attending this popular show. ... read full story

Motor Yacht Golden Osprey winner of the Bradford Marine ‘Free Bottom Paint Job’ contest

February 24, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Golden Osprey motor yacht has been awarded the winner of the Bradford Marine 'Free Bottom Paint Job' competition right after the Yacht & Brokerage Show in Miami Beach. ... read full story

Luxury schooner ‘This Is Us’ Caribbean charter special: 9 days for 7!

February 24, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Available for the rest of the Caribbean season, charter yacht THIS IS US is offering 9 days for the price of 7 at EUR€ 64,000.00 plus expenses. ... read full story

New Laurent Giles Superyacht Architecture Website

February 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

One of the top naval architects and yacht designers, Laurent Giles has launched a new website. Since 1927 Laurent Giles Naval Architects have provided independent Naval Architecture and yacht design services to private clients, yacht management companies, brokers as well as yards. ... read full story

Carbon Ocean Yachts of Rhode Island to transfer to Front Street Shipyard in Belfast, Maine

February 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Carbon Ocean Yachts of Bristol, Rhode Island, is transfering its operations to Front Street Shipyard’s extensive new facility on the waterfront of Penobscot Bay, in Belfast, Maine. ... read full story

Cultural programme for guests during the World Superyacht Awards 2012

February 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Guests attending the World Superyacht Awards on 5 May are invited to participate in an exciting cultural programme in the days surrounding the gala evening. ... read full story

Azimut Yachts and Atlantis record strong sales at the 2012 Miami Boat Show

February 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Azimut Yachts and Atlantis have recorded strong sales at the 2012 Miami Boat Show, confirming their “best seller” leadership in the USA, Central and South America, demostrating that direct sales at boat shows are growing stronger. ... read full story

Yello in partnership with the 35m catamaran yacht MS Tûranor PlanetSolar

February 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The renowned Swiss electronica band, Yello will become the MS Tûranor PlanetSolar yacht´s both sponsor and Official Sound Partner. ... read full story

Benetti 52m motor yacht Tommy being refitted by Varadero Valencia

February 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Benetti 52m motor yacht Tommy is currently being refitted by Varadero Valencia. Her refit consists of changing both of the 125 kw Northern light generators under ABS certification. ... read full story

Varadero Valencia Paint & Refinishing Work on Lurssen 70m motor yacht Saint Nicolas (ex Project Nemo)

February 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Varadero Valencia is currently doing the paint & refinishing job on Lurssen 70m superyacht Saint Nicolas (ex Project Nemo), featuring lovely contemporary interior by Zuretti Interior Design. ... read full story

Riviera´s strong sales at the Miami International Yacht and Brokerage Show

February 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Australia´s yard, Riviera has recorded strong sales at this year´s Miami Boat Show with six new yacht sales for a total of USD$10.4 million and further sales coming after sea trials. ... read full story

The sterling silver RORC Caribbean 600 Trophy for JV72 yacht Rán

February 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

On the 4th day of the RORC Caribbean 600 regatta, sailing yacht Ran confirms her win, receiving the sterling silver RORC Caribbean 600 Trophy tomorrow. ... read full story

2012 RORC Caribbean 600: Day 4 – an epic battle between 180´ sailing yacht Adela and 154´ Windrose of Amsterdam superyacht

February 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

180´ sailing yacht Adela and 154´ Windrose of Amsterdam superyacht meet in a gentlemanly duel on the fourth day of the 2012 RORC Caribbean 600, with Adela crossing the finish line to take the gun just 1 hour and 42 minutes ahead of great rival, Windrose of Amsterdam. ... read full story

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