2012 May

News Archive

Venice AC World Series Winner Becomes Energy Team

May 20, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Artemis Racing takes Match Racing title, while Spithill extends overall lead and the french Energy Team led by Peyron becomes the overall winner of the Venice AC World Series. ... read full story

Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race: Race 11 – Day 6: A tactical gamble pays off for Visit Finland

May 20, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Day 6 of Race 11 saw Visit Finland reaching again its leading position, although the weather conditions were even worse than in the preceding days of racing. ... read full story

Sailing Yacht Bronenosec’s consistent day at Leg One of the Rolex Volcano Race

May 20, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

A steady day for the sailing yacht Bronenosec of Saint Petersburg Yacht Club, of the Leg One of the Rolex Volcano Race - from Gaeta to Capri. ... read full story

Venice AC World Series: Leaderboard closes up with one race to go in Venice

May 19, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

With seven teams positioned to win the Fleet Racing Championship, the spectators in Venice experienced another great day of spectacular racing on Saturday afternoon. ... read full story

Rolex Volcano Race 2012: 60ft sailing yacht Mini Maxi Jethou wins today’s windward/leeward race

May 19, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Today’s windward/leeward race, marking the beginning of the Rolex Volcano Race 2012 has been won by Sir Peter Ogden’s 60ft sailing yacht Mini Maxi Jethou. ... read full story

Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race: Race 11 – Day 5: Unstable wind continues

May 19, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Day 5 of Race 11 saw another frustrating day for the Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race fleet, as the member crew continue their battle for victory. ... read full story

Rolex Volcano Race 2012: Volcanic Contest Awaits International Fleet

May 19, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

With the participation of such spectacular vessels as the 100ft superyacht Y3K or the 112ft sailing yacht Nilaya, the Rolex Volcano Race officially kicks off on Sunday 20 May. ... read full story

Venice AC World Series: Local heroes lead the way

May 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

With the current leading of Energy Team gaining 35 points, Friday May 18 saw the victory of Luna Rossa Swordfish team as well as the ideal weather conditions for another spectacular yacht race of the Venice Ac World Series on the Grand Canal of Venice. ... read full story

France and Italy aboard elegant 49.25m charter yacht GLAZE

May 18, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The elegant and luxurious charter yacht Glaze is an outstanding vessel to charter if you are planning on cruising the Western Mediterranean this summer. Glaze accommodates up to 12 guests in 5 opulent cabins. ... read full story

Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race: Race 11 – Day 4: A game of cat and mouse

May 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The unstable winds marked Day 4 of Race 11 in the Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race, as the 10 international fleet battled for victory. Giving up its victory in favor of Visit Finland, the Race 11 winner was Gold Coast Australia, followed by De Lage Landen. ... read full story

11th Samui Regatta, May 26-June 2, 2012

May 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The famous 'Tropical Island Regatta' held on amazing Samui Island will come back on May 26, lasting until June 2 and hosting more than 500 sailors, with participation of the largest vessel, the 90ft sailing yacht Genuine Risk. ... read full story

New international award for Azimut-Benetti Group

May 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Azimut-Benetti Group has been given an honour to receive the Best Brand Presence in Asia prize during the 2012 Asia Boating Awards, demonstrating thus the Group's major position on Oriental markets. ... read full story

K&M Cup 2012 attended by 11 K&M yachts

May 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The K&M Cup 2012 reported a huge success, with participation of 11 K&M yachts. The overall winner of this successful race has become the Bestevaer 56ST luxury yacht HannaH. ... read full story

Two new appointments at e3 Systems

May 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Two new appointments have been announced by e3 Systems, including Lynne Devereux as Regional Sales Manager on the Côte d'Azur and Alessio Belli as Business Development Manager in Italy. ... read full story

New 80.6ft motor yacht E78 sold by Horizon Yachts USA

May 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Scheduled for delivery in spring 2013, the 80.6ft luxury motor yacht E78 by Horizon Yachts has been recently sold to a US client. This amazing vessel will provide 3 lovely staterooms. ... read full story

Video of the 75.2m superyacht M5 (ex Mirabella V) designed by Ron Holland

May 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Measuring 75.2m, the luxury sailing yacht M5 (ex Mirabella V) is the largest sloop ever built at the moment. Designed by well known Ron Holland, this dramatically beautiful vessel provides 6 lovely staterooms to a total number of 12 guests. ... read full story

Venice AC World Series: Day 1 – Energy Team in the lead

May 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The overall winner on Day 1 of the Venice AC World Series has become the French Energy Team, followed by the Italian Luna Rossa Swordfish coming second and the Team Korea taking the third place. ... read full story

Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race: Race 11 – Day 3: Tactics heat up

May 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

As the Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race fleet starts sailing through the Windward Passage, the crew members put all their forces together to gain the vital additional points. ... read full story

Seattle Boats Afloat Show, September 12-16, 2012

May 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Seattle will open its doors to the Seattle Boats Afloat Show, running from September 12 to 16, 2012. The visitors will be given a great possibility to see a large amount of new and used yachts, along with rich program. ... read full story

Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club received double honours at the 8th Asia Boating Awards

May 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The “Asian Yacht Club of the Year” as well as the “Asian Regatta of the Year” awards went to the well kn ... read full story

50ft Rupert RIB yacht as a tender to the 100ft Wally superyacht INDIO

May 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Currently in build at the Swedish shipyard Rupert Marine as a tender to the 100ft luxury saling yacht Indio by Wally Yachts, the 50ft Rupert yacht is a splendid RIB boat, comfortably accommodating up to 6 guests. ... read full story

30.78m luxury motor yacht Majesty 101 by Gulf Craft

May 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

One of a large number of jewels belonging the precious Gulf Craft's luxury yacht collection is the 30.78m superyacht Majesty 101. This extraordinary vessel provides 10 guests with the utmost in luxury, offering 5 lovely and comfortable cabins. ... read full story

Sovereign Islands superyacht marina expansion completed by Superior Jetties

May 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

By using their Elite marina system, Superior Jetties have recently managed to complete an amazing superyacht marina, located at The Sovereign Islands on the Gold Coast, Australia. This successful expansion comprises eight new 27.5m to 30m Elite system superyacht berths. ... read full story

Luxury charter gulet Sea Comet available for cruising vacations around the Eastern Mediterranean

May 17, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Luxury charter gulet Sea Comet is a beautiful and comfortable sailing yacht available for charter around the Eastern Mediterranean, including Croatia, Greece and Turkey. ... read full story

Luxury yacht designer Newcruise will be under sole management in the future

May 17, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Newcruise has brought to our attention that it will operate under the sole management of the General Manager Roland Krueger. ... read full story

Launch of the Red Bull Youth America’s Cup

May 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Held in San Francisco in August/September 2013, the Red Bull Youth America's Cup gives a clear path to the America's Cup to young sailors, aged 19 to 23. ... read full story

Ocean Village Marina to host four J Class yachts

May 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

MDL’s Ocean Village Marina, a Southampton superyacht marina, will play host to the four J Class yachts, racing in the Solent Regatta (July 18-21) and the Hundred Guinea Cup Race, held on 21 July. ... read full story

Two new sections for the Perini Navi Group’s website now with Russian version online

May 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

There are three innovations regarding the Perini Navi Group's website, including two new sections called “Captains & Crew Area” and “ Career”, along with a new version of the website now available in Russian. ... read full story

55m superyacht by Hakvoort Shipyard for sale

May 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Currently for sale, the 55m luxury motor yacht by Hakvoort Shipyard is a spectacular semi custom world cruiser, providing 10 guests with 5 lovely cabins. ... read full story

Riva 75′ motor yacht Venere Super receives the “Best Production Motor Yacht” award

May 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The renowned Italian shipyard Riva, a brand of the Ferretti Group, is proud to announce that its luxury yacht 75' Venere Super has received the “Best Production Motor Yacht” award in the category between 15m and 24m during the Asian Boating Awards 2012. This year, the company is also celebrating the 170th year of its existence. ... read full story

Cristiano Gatto designed 49.75m motor yacht Cosmo 50 Explorer by Cosmo Explorer

May 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 49.75m luxury motor yacht Cosmo 50 Explorer is a wonderful ocean-going high class full displacement vessel, currently under construction at the Cosmo Explorer company in Greece. Designed by Cristiano Gatto, this fantastic five-deck explorer will definitely provide its guests with the maximum comfort. ... read full story

Current 2011-12 AC World Series overall leaderboard tight

May 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

With the ACWS trophy to be awarded to Series winner in Newport next month, the Venice AC World Series is the penultimate event of the 2011-12 AC World Series, with the Jimmy Spithill's ORACLE TEAM USA currently winning just by one point over Dean Barker’s Emirates Team New Zealand. ... read full story

Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race: Race 11 – Day 2: Battle for crucial points

May 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

With Gold Coast Australia currently leading, the Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race fleet is now heading to New York, with sailors trying to obtain crucial points. ... read full story

Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race 2012: Race 11 – Day 2: Strong Caribbean winds

May 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The crew members competing in Race 11 of the Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race had to face strong Caribbean winds on Day 2 of the world's longest yacht race. ... read full story

2013 Sydney International Boat Show confirmed to take place in Darling Harbour

May 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The venue of the 2013 Sydney International Boat Show, taking place in August, will be Darling Harbour, as announced by the Boating Industry Association of NSW (BIA). ... read full story

The Yacht Club of Saint-Petersburg’s Swan 60 yacht Bronenosec to attend the Rolex Volcano Race 2012

May 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Following the Palma Vela race, the Yacht Club of Saint Peterburg's Swan 60 sailing yacht Bronenosec is now heading to Italy to participate in the Rolex Volcano Race, running from May 19 to 25. ... read full story

Industry input reinforces new future for Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show

May 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

To present even better 25th edition of the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, Mulpha Australia played host to the representatives of marine industry, including builders as well as exhibitors. ... read full story

Kingship received 2012 Best Asian Yacht builder award

May 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Following the launch of the 42m superyacht Star last month and the launch of the motor yacht Green Voayger 144 scheduled for summer 2013, the respected Asian builder Kingship has been awarded the 2012 Best Asian Yacht Builder for the third time. ... read full story

151ft Delta superyacht Monarch successfully sold

May 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Just undergoing a couple of minor changes as well as additions at Delta, the prestigious US builder Delta Marine is proud to announce they managed to sell their 151ft luxury yacht Monarch. ... read full story

Works on the 42m Moonen 133 motor yacht SOFIA well underway

May 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Construction of the Moonen 133 superyacht Sofia proceeds as expected, including all necessary changes to meet the Owner's desires in the best possible way. As he wished, this magnificent vessel was also extended by an additional four feet so that she could boast a U-boatworx three-seater yellow submarine. ... read full story

144m Lurssen superyacht TOPAZ technically launched

May 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 144m megayacht Topaz was technically launched from the Lurssen's facility in Rendsburg, Germany yesterday. This exceptional vessel provides 12 guests with 6 or more lovely cabins. ... read full story

Aberdeen Asset Management to support the Cowes Week fireworks display

May 16, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Aberdeen Asset Management confirms its support to include a significant proportion of the needed funding to safeguard the traditional fireworks display event at the Cowes Week. ... read full story

World Inspired Menus at Nikki Beach Mallorca Opening 15th June

May 16, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

With Nikki Beach Mallorca opening on the 15th June, its talented team of chefs has taken many inspirations from the Nikki Beach's exotic locations worldwide. ... read full story

Lower VAT for the Yacht Leasing Scheme introduced by Cyprus

May 16, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Cyprus lowers the VAT payments applicable under the Yacht Leasing Scheme, resulting in VAT as low as 3.4% off the initial value of a yacht. ... read full story

2013 BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival Dates Revealed

May 16, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The organiser of the BVI Spring Regatta and Sailing Festival, the Caribbean Sailing Association, have decided on the yacht regatta's 2013 dates, set for March 25-31. ... read full story

Preparations for the 2012 Gold Coast International Marine Expo well underway

May 16, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Running from November 2 to 4, 2012 the 2nd edition of the Gold Coast International Marine Expo will once again provide its visitors with a rich program, this year is pressumed to be even bigger and better than last year. ... read full story

Princess Yachts appoints Prometheus Marine as its new dealer

May 16, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

As a part of its expansion strategy throughout Asia, the prestigious UK luxury yacht builder, Princess Yachts, has recently appointed Prometheus Marine as its new dealer. ... read full story

Pendennis Palma refit facility reports continuous global success

May 16, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Boasting great success, the Pendennis Palma refit facility is currently busy with two refits, comprising the superyacht Tugatsu and the luxury charter yacht Nostromo. This winter, the successful company is also believed to begin works on the catamaran yacht Hemisphere. ... read full story

Busy refit season for Pendennis

May 16, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Not long before the J-Class Regatta as well as the Pendennis Cup, the respected UK builder Pendennis is busy with three short refits, including the classic luxury yacht Mariette, the superyacht Bystander and the J-Class sailing yacht Velsheda. ... read full story

36.5m superyacht Canados 120 with interior by Francesco Paszkowski

May 16, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The award winning Italian design studio of Francesco Paszkowski has created a dramatically beautiful interior of the luxury motor yacht Canados 120. With grey as the dominant colour for the decor, the interior is made of such extraordinary materials as oak, ebony, stone as well as titanium. ... read full story

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