Luxury Yacht & Superyacht News Brief for London

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78 days left before superyachts head to London for the Olympics

May 10, 2012

In 78 days, London will become the meeting point of the world´s most spectacular superyachts, coming to see the most anticipated event of this year, the London Olympic Games 2012. To experience this unique event in the best possible way, the Royal Docks 2012 provide a limited number of exclusive superyacht berths.

London - the hottest superyacht destination of 2012

London – the hottest superyacht destination of 2012

May 02, 2012

London has become the best place to be visited this year and the hottest superyacht destination of 2012, thanks to the London Olympics as well as Queen´s Diamond Jubilee, attracting a large number of visitors and a wide range of the world´s most important superyachts, hosted by Royal Docks 2012.

The Superyacht Design Summit 2012

Three world renowned designers presented at the Superyacht Design Summit

April 04, 2012

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!

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Attractive pricing initiatives at the 2013 Tullett Prebon London Boat Show

April 03, 2012

The 2013 Tullett Prebon London Boat Show will bring some really exciting new plans and some fundamental changes, all aimed at creating a world-leading spectacle and showcase. Many companies are already confirming their interest, such as Fairline, Sunseeker or Princess Yachts.

Superyacht Fiscal Summit 2012

Superyacht Fiscal Summit 2012

March 30, 2012

Superyacht Fiscal Summit 2012 was opened with outlining the key aim that all corporate and fiscal service providers should grasp – the retention of owners in yachting and concluded with calling on superyacht professionals to balance the cost of enjoying a yacht by providing value for money.

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London 2012 Olympics: Superyachts hosted by Portland Port and Weymouth Bay

March 12, 2012

Portland Port and Weymouth Bay will host luxury superyachts during the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic sailing events. The Olympic Games are taking place between the 29th July 2012 – 11th August 2012. The Paralympic Games are taking place between the 31st August 2012 – 5th September 2012.

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Williams Performance Tenders to take part in an industry exhibition

March 09, 2012

Williams Performance Tenders, the world’s leading jet yacht tender specialist has been selected to participate at an industry exhibition at the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) in London from Monday 16th – Friday 27th April.

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Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant attended by MDL’s berth holders

February 22, 2012

Berth holders from UK’s MDL marina will be taking part in the important Queen’s Diamond Jubilee river pageant, taking place on 3rd June, 2012.

150 members of the Royal Southern Yacht Club toast its Patron H.R.H. Prince Philip Duke of Edinburgh at yesterdayâs Patronâs Lunch held at Buckingham Palace. Credit M. Austen

Royal Southern Yacht Club 175th Anniversary Luncheon at Buckingham Palace

February 22, 2012

Royal Southern Yacht Club´s 150 members were hosted yesterday with the 175th anniversary luncheon at Buckingham Palace by their Patron, H.R.H. Prince Philip Duke of Edinburgh K.G. K.T.

Sunseeker Open Weekend

Sunseeker London and Sunseeker Poole to host the 23rd annual Sunseeker Open Weekend, March 24-25, 2012

February 17, 2012

Sunseeker London and Sunseeker Poole have announced the 4th annual Sunseeker Open Weekend, March 23-25, 2012 in partnership with MTU engines as well as Harwoods Group.

Superyacht Security and Fiscal Summit

Superyacht Security Summit and Superyacht Fiscal Summit, March 28-29, 2012

February 17, 2012

The Superyacht Security and Fiscal Summit, held in March 28-29 respectively, at Glaziers Hall in the centre of London confirmed the exciting schedule of sessions as well as the first collection of top industry names as speakers of these events.

2nd Superyacht UK Technical Seminar 2012

Superyacht UK Technical Seminar 2012

February 10, 2012

2nd Superyacht UK Technical Seminar 2012, held at the Tullett Prebon London Boat Show on Thursday 12th January was attended by 118 delegates.

An example of Dan Humphrey´s yacht

Daniel Humphreys wins the Superyacht UK Design Competition 2012

February 10, 2012

Daniel Humphreys wins This year´s winner of the Superyacht UK Design Competition has become Daniel Humphreys, 3rd year industrial design student from Plymouth University.

Ferretti luxury yacht Custom Line 100´ - Photo courtesy of Ferretti Yachts

Ferretti Custom Line 100´ Superyacht awarded the Motor Boat of The Year 2012 prize in the “Custom Yacht Award” category

February 10, 2012

Ferretti Custom Line 100´ superyacht was awarded in London the Motor Boat of The Year 2012 prize in the “Custom Yacht Award” category. It is the second award for this stunning vessel, designed by renowned Zuccon International Project, the AYT – Advanced Yacht Technology as well as Centro Stile Ferretti Group.

Phillipe Briand designed 174´ Flybridge Ketch Sailing Yacht

Phillipe Briand designed 174´ Flybridge Ketch Sailing Yacht

February 07, 2012

Phillipe Briand designed 174´ Flybridge Ketch sailing yacht is a sleek, welcoming as well as sensitive to sail vessel, providing its guests with 5 lovely cabins. There is also accommodation for a crew of 10.

170´ Flybridge Sloop sailing yacht designed by Philippe Briand

170´ Flybridge Sloop sailing yacht designed by Philippe Briand

February 07, 2012

The 170´ Flybridge Sloop sailing yacht, designed by London-based Philippe Briand, is an elegant, welcoming as well as well performing vessel, offering 5 stunning cabins to its guest and enough accommodation for a crew of 8.

Plympic Park. Aerial view of the Velodrome and the BMX track. Photo by Anthony Charlton

Details of the London 2012 Olympic Flame lighting and arrival in UK

February 02, 2012

Details of the London 2012 Olympic Flame lighting and arrival in UK were revealed yesterday by the London Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games (LOCOG).

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Royal Docks 2012 Progress at London Olympics

January 26, 2012

Marina Projects have confirmed that plans for Superyacht berthing in the Royal Docks which will go along with the Olympic Games 2012, are now well advanced and already four superyachts of sizes between 42 and 65 metres have reserved their berths.

Princess V52 Yacht - 2012 Motor Boat of the Year Award Winner for the Sports Cruisers category

Princess Yachts International’s David King receives special recognition at 2012 Motor Boat of the Year Awards

January 19, 2012

Chairman and founder of the Princess Yachts International, David King, received special accolade at the 2012 Motor Boat of the Year dinner at the prestigious Savoy Hotel in London for his incredible innovation, passion and dedication he has provided the British Marine Industry.

Windy 31 Zonda Yacht

‘Sports Boats up to 45 feet’ award for Windy 31 Zonda Yacht Tender at Motor Boat of the Year 2012

January 19, 2012

The 31 Zonda yacht tender created by the Norwegian boat builder, Windy Boats has received the ‘Sports Boats up to 45 feet’ award at the Motor Boat of the Year Award 2012.

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