Sunseeker International has announced the formation of Sunseeker Yachts Spain SL trading as Sunseeker Spain. The newly formed dedicated Sunseeker team will now be providing sales and service to Sunseeker owners of all nationalities throughout Spain, Portugal, Angola and Andorra. ... read full story
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Ferretti Yachts to exhibit at Rio Boat Show 2012
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Ferretti Yachts will be present at the Rio Boat Show 2012, running from 12th to 18th April, at Pier Mauà in Rio de Janeiro, with the Ferretti 881 superyacht, Ferretti 830, Ferretti 750, Ferretti 660, Ferretti 620, Ferretti 530 and Pershing 64 on display. ... read full story
Horizon Yachts at the 2012 Palm Beach Show a Great Success
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Taiwan-based shipyard, Horizon Yachts, recently showcased its new new motor yacht V74 and the CC105 superyacht, together with the catamaran yacht PC58 as well as the solar-powered catamaran SC23, at the 2012 Palm Beach Boat Show from March 22nd to 25th. ... read full story
Successful sea trial for Amels LE 180 superyacht STEP ONE
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Amels LE 180 luxury yacht STEP ONE underwent successful sea trials on Tuesday, 4 April 2012. Amels LE 180 luxury yacht STEP ONE’s exterior is designed by the renowned British designer Tim Heywood and her full custom interior by Laura Sessa. She is the first in line of the 55 metres series and measurs 660 Gross Tons. ... read full story
Rolex China Sea Race 2012: Line Honours Scheduled for Tonight
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Current fleet leader of the 2012 Rolex China Sea Race, Geoff Hill’s sailing yacht Genuine Risk, is currently (1700 hrs UTC +8) 106.9nm from the finish and is expected to arrive in Subic Bay around 0038 this evening. ... read full story
Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race: New skipper for Edinburgh Inspiring Capital
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Italian yachtsman, Flavio Zamboni, will race at the Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race as interim skipper of Edinburgh Inspiring Capital. Flavio, a 38-year-old yachtsman, who was born in Venice and lives in Southampton, UK, has a competitive racing background. ... read full story
Superyacht transportation firm PSP comes to the rescue of sailing charity
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The superyacht transportation firm, PSP, is transporting important sailing equipment, including sails and cradles, from Cowes to Gosport on behalf of Toe in the Water, a volunteer-based charity which re-inspires profoundly injured servicemen and women through competitive sailing as part of their rehabilitation. ... read full story
39th Newport Boat Show, April 19-22, 2012
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The 39th annual Newport Boat Show, runnning from April 19 to 22, 2012 is the biggest in-the-water boat show in the West. This year, show-goers can step aboard and compare the unique features of more than 200 pleasureboats. ... read full story
Nautor’s Swan at Hainan Rendez-Vous in China
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Nautor's Swan is currently attending the Hainan Rendez-Vous in Hainan, China, where its representatives will be available to discuss and provide information on the current Swan Line yachts as well as the latest developments at the yard. ... read full story
Marina Ibiza, an eco-friendly harbour
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Marina Ibiza has published a leaflet containing tips on caring for the ecology of Ibiza and Formentera, strengthening its reputation as one of the most environmentally aware marinas. ... read full story
The Antibes Yacht Show 2012 is expected to be bigger than ever
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The Antibes Yacht Show is the only event for superyacht brokerage, charter and refits held in the Mediterranean during spring. New events this year include Yacht Hop Day, where brokers will exhibit their yachts in a fun and entertaining way to fellow brokers in the Show’s Bastion St Jaume marquee. ... read full story
34th America’s Cup: Russell Coutts joins China Team in Sanya, China
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Russell Coutts, CEO of the current America’s Cup champions ORACLE Racing-Team USA will be attending the Hainan Rendez-Vous, held from 6 to 8 April, 2012 in Sanya, China as a VIP guest and will be a special guest of honor of China Team. ... read full story
45m charter yacht OURANOS by Admiral Tecnomar Group launched
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Nadara 45 luxury motor yacht Ouranos has been successfully launched by Admiral Tecnomar Group this morning. This beautiful vessel is a great charter option with her three decks, three dining areas, her extensive array of sports equipment and water toys including 3seat wave runner and sea-bobs. ... read full story
Motor Yacht RM ELEGANT – ‘THE PARTY BOAT’ available for Cannes Film Festival & Monaco Grand Prix yacht charter
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The Party Boat - luxury superyacht RM ELEGANT is perhaps the best choice when it comes to large corporate events, anniversaries, charity events, birthdays or any luxury happening for large groups. Accommodating 30 people in 15 beautiful and luxuriously outfitted staterooms, mega yacht RM ELEGANT is currently available for charter during the upcoming Film Festival in Cannes as well as GP in Monaco. ... read full story
Karpaz Gate Marina provides exciting promotional offers for the 2012 season
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Northern Cyprus-based superyacht marina, Karpaz Gate Marina has launched a number of extraordinary promotional offers for the 2012 season. New customers can take advantage of half price mooring fees on contracts of six months or more, plus a 35% discount on hauling out and launching services, including one month’s free hard standing and pressure wash cleaning. ... read full story
License agreement between Bellingham Marine and C.M. Ferrer
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Bellingham Marine (BMI) and C.M. Ferrer S.A. announced that they have entered into an exclusive licensing agreement for the countries of Spain, France, Portugal as well as Italy. The agreement reflects Bellingham's commitment to grow its international operations. ... read full story
Machinery damage and repair workshops by Lloyd´s Register
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Lloyd´s Register offers one-day courses dedicated to superintendents, flag and port-state surveyors as well as related marine engineers. ... read full story
34th America´s Cup: Exclusive interview with LOICK and BRUNO PEYRON from Energy Team France
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LOICK and BRUNO PEYRON, two French challengers for the 34th America´s Cup from Energy Team France will meet Michel Dejoie from Nautical Channel for an exclusive all sails hands on interview. ... read full story
90ft McConaughy superyacht Genuine Risk leads the way at Rolex China Sea Race 2012
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90ft McConaughy Dubois 90 sailing yacht Genuine Risk leads the way at Rolex China Sea Race 2012, trying to break the race record of 47h 43m 7s, with 366 nautical miles left (as of 6:00 AEST). ... read full story
34th America´s Cup: Licence Agreement between ENERGY TEAM and ORACLE Racing
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The French Challenger ENERGY TEAM has just concluded a major agreement with the American Defender ORACLE Racing. This historic agreement enables ENERGY TEAM to achieve significant time and budget savings whilst maximizing its highest performance potential with its AC72 wingsailed catamaran in the Louis Vuitton Cup Challenger Series in July and August 2013. ... read full story
Gulf Craft makes its debut at Hainan Rendez-Vous 2012 with the Majesty 70 yacht on display
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Gulf Craft will make its premiere at this year´s Hainan Rendezvous, exhibiting its new motor yacht Majesty 70. Understanding of local tastes and technical requirements coupled with strong delivery track record gives Gulf Craft an edge in the keenly contested Chinese market. ... read full story
Australian Superyacht Crew in a partnership with TAFE NSW Sydney Institute Maritime
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Australian Superyacht Crew Recruitment & Training (ASC) has teamed up with TAFE NSW Sydney Institute Maritime to provide Superyacht STCW95 Basic Safety Training as well as other superyacht specific courses. ... read full story
First Bilgin 160 Classic superyacht to be launched this spring
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Two beautiful gentlemen's motor yachts Bilgin 160 Classic are currently under construction at the Bilgin Yachts shipyard in Turkey. Both yachts are currently for sale with the first one due to be launched this spring. ... read full story
First interior renderings of the superyacht Sunreef 82 DD due to be launched in July 2012
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Sunreef 82 Double Decker superyacht, currently in build by the Polish yard Sunreef Yachts is scheduled to be launched in July 2012 at this year´s Cannes Boat Show. This magnificent vessel comfortably accommodates 7 guests in one beam-wide owner suite, one VIP queen cabin and one guest twin cabin convertible to a double cabin with an additional Pullman bed, attended by two crew to assist the owner, a sailor himself. ... read full story
Rolex China Sea Race 2012: Day 2 – 1700hrs
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Several yachts were sailing well south of the rhumb line, with Jelik V throwing in an early tack to get back above, while Hi Fi and Freefire both waited until around early afternoon and the Genuine Risk superyacht a further hour before changing their direction in the search for boatspeed. ... read full story
Cockwells’ 9.5m tender for the new Perini Navi 73m Vitruvius Superyacht
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New 9.5 metre Owner's yacht tender created by Cockwells for the 73m Perini Navi Vitruvius superyacht currently under construction at the prestigious Italian yard. ... read full story
Exceptional French Riviera charter yacht selection for your next luxury charter holiday around the Western Mediterranean
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A selection of exceptional charter motor and sailing yachts available for charter in the Western Mediterranean during the 2012 charter season. ... read full story
43m JFA luxury yacht AXANTHA II among the finalists for the ShowBoats Design Awards 2012
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43m JFA luxury yacht AXANTHA II has been selected as finalist for the ShowBoats Design Awards 2012. This breathtaking vessel offers comfortable accommodation to 11 guests, looked after by a crew of 8. ... read full story
Gulf Craft sells the second Majesty 135 Superyacht
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Gulf Craft announced the sale of the Second Majesty 135 Superyacht, following her premier at the company´s 30th anniversary celebrations. ... read full story
Ferretti Yachts exhibits at four Spring International Boat Shows in the Asia Pacific Region
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Ferretti Yachts is present at four Spring International Boat Shows in the Asia Pacific Region, including the Phuket International Boat Show (PIMEX), Hainan Rendezvous, China International Boat Show as well as Qingdao International Boat Show. ... read full story
Fairline´s website goes mobile
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Fairline´s website is now available to view as a mobile site across Apple, Android as well as Blackberry handsets. The mobile site features the same rich detailed content as the Desktop and Tablet versions of the site but is optimised for mobile visitors – making it faster to load and easier to navigate. ... read full story
PIMEX 2012: Lee Marine sells four yachts
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Lee Marine, Thailand agent for both Ferretti Group as well as Riviera Yachts, sold four yachts at this year´s PIMEX, including one yacht of more than 90ft. ... read full story
2nd annual 2012 Australian Superyacht and Marine Export Conference (ASMEX)
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Two days prior to the 24th Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, which runs from 24 to 27 May, is the second annual 2012 Australian Superyacht and Marine Export Conference (ASMEX), hosted by AIMEX and Superyacht Australia. This year’s event has attracted speakers and delegates from around the globe. ... read full story
NISI Yachts to be introduced at the Hainan Rendezvous 2012
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Bahamas-based shipyard Nisi Yachts will be introduced at the Hainan Rendezvous 2012 by the acclaimed brokerage firm Neo-Martello Yachting. ... read full story
Perini Navi to attend the Hainan Rendezvous 2012
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Perini Navi will be present at the 2012 Hainan Rendezvous, with its sailing yachts as well as Picchiotti motor yachts on display. ... read full story
World Superyacht Awards 2012: Exclusive Invitation to explore Turkish Shipyards
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Superyacht owners, designers as well as VIP guests attending the World Superyacht Awards 2012 are given the unique opportunity to visit the Turkish superyacht shipyards, including Proteksan Turquoise, RMK Marine and Perini Navi. ... read full story
Riviera’s new 75 Enclosed Flybridge yacht to premier at the Riviera Boat Show in May
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Riviera´s new motor yacht 75 Enclosed Flybridge will be presented for the first time at the Riviera Festival and Boat Show, held from May 24 to 27 at Riviera’s state-of-the-art Coomera facility located at 50 Waterway Drive, Coomera. ... read full story
Naples America´s Cup World Series training starts over the Easter Weekend
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Naples America´s Cup World Series training starts over the Easter Weekend and Championship Racing takes place from April 11 to 15 with the top sailing teams in the world competing in Naples. ... read full story
Three world renowned designers presented at the Superyacht Design Summit
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Three world renowned designers, including Andrew Winch, Terence Disdale and Tim Heywood, were presented at the Superyacht Design Summit, held on the 13th March at the Design Centre Chelsea Harbour (DCCH). They delivered a fun and fascinating insight into the experiences they have gained whilst designing for the Superyacht industry over the last 35 years! ... read full story
88m Fincantieri superyacht VIRAGE 88 designed by Andrew Winch
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Andrew Winch Designs has collaborated closely with the Italian shipyard Fincantieri to develop the 88m luxury motor yacht VIRAGE 88, a vessel which will be built by craftsmen: employing the latest construction techniques to ensure her unique profile and futuristic detailing are perfectly crafted. ... read full story
177′ Newcastle superyacht Chuggaboom by Andrew Winch Designs due to be delivered in 2013
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The 177’ Newcastle Expedition Yacht was initially designed by Andrew Winch Designs, while the first phase of the engineering development was completed by Vripack. This magnificent vessel is currently in build at Newcastle Shipyards in Florida and is scheduled for delivery in 2013. ... read full story
20m sailing yacht DREAM 67 Shamlor by Maxi Dolphin launched
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20m luxury sailing yacht DREAM 67 Shamlor by Maxi Dolphin has been successfully launched. This beautiful highly customised vessel offers two double guest cabins which share a spacious bathroom, a master’s cabin with private bathroom and finally a commander’s cabin at the centre of the hull. ... read full story
44m CMN motor yacht SCORPIO designed by Bannenberg & Rowell
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The renowned French shipyard CMN Yachts and the well known UK-based design studio Bannenberg & Rowell have worked closely together to create the 44m luxury motor yacht Scorpio. Facets, chamfers and muscular changes of plane combine to dynamic effect and an almost exoskeletal foredeck structure conceals the crew working area. ... read full story
Sound A/D appoints Veritais as exclusive supplier to superyacht market
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Veritais Ltd has been appointed exclusive European supplier to the luxury yacht sector by French company Sound A/D, a specialist in ultra-high-quality speaker systems. The agreement is for an initial 12 months. Sound A/D is based in Cannes and markets two ranges of fully customisable speakers that Veritais recognised as being particularly attractive to owners... ... read full story
SP-High Modulus wins contract to engineer superyacht Dream Symphony – the largest private sailing yacht ever built
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SP-High Modulus, the marine business of Gurit, has recently signed a contract to provide engineering services for superyacht ‘Dream Symphony’. When built, the Dream Symphony yacht will be the largest private sailing yacht ever built measuring the 141 metre (463 feet) in length. The 141 metre (463 feet) sailing yacht Dream Symphony is a staysail... ... read full story