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Latest 145m mega yacht ‘X’ concept by SABDES Design

June 19, 2013

Australian Yacht Design firm, SABDES, has unveiled some early sketches of its all-new motor yacht ‘X’ concept. Measuring impressive 145 meters in length, the breath-taking mega yacht ‘X’ concept spreads over seven decks.

145m SABDES mega yacht X concept

145m SABDES mega yacht 'X' concept

The 145m SABDES superyacht ‘X’ concept started life as a means to allow designer Scott Blee to flex some unrestrained creativity in exploring current and emerging styling and arrangement ideas for these size of vessels. SABDES is currently at the stage where they are investigating integration of the design to suit ship builders preferences for the technical platform and layout.

Luxury yacht ‘X’ concept has a profile that is sleek with a purity of line; the minimal detailing not emphasising the scale of the yacht. Large rounded surfacing give her a strong aesthetic, her powerful stance being similar to a warship.

145m SABDES superyacht X concept

145m SABDES superyacht 'X' concept

SABDES have explored three options for the style of bow; The knife bow shown, a conventional flared bow with bulb below the waterline, and also a combination flared/knife where the stem turns vertically down into a knife directly below the hull knuckle.

Over the coming months CharterWorld will bring you a closer look at the latest progress and news about the 145m SABDES ‘X’ yacht design.

New ‘Political Party’ to be formed during Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2013

June 17, 2013

Waterfront rumours across Australia that a new political party would be launched during the 30th edition of this year’s Audi Hamilton Island Race Week, have been confirmed. The event will run only weeks before the federal election.

Holy Cow - Prix d'Elegance 2013

Beneteau 50 yacht Holy Cow, Best Themed Yacht at the Prix d’Elegance, Audi Hamilton Island Race Week last year - Image by Andrea Francolini

Details are sketchy at this stage, but it is known that the announcement will be heard and seen during the staging of the Prix d’ Elegance on Friday, August 23. It will involve regatta stalwart, John Clinton, and his colourful crew aboard the Beneteau 50 design, Holy Cow yacht.

‘If Clive Palmer can start up his own political party then there’s nothing stopping us from starting the Holy Cow Party,’ said the handsomely-bearded Clinton, who is the high-profile leader, drummer and vocalist for Australia’s legendary southern-style band, The Wolverines. ‘I can’t say any more at this stage because, if I do, then we might not win the Prix d’Elegance Trophy, and that’s more important than anything else to us.’

The reason Clinton and crew will be making such a special effort at this year’s Audi Hamilton Island Race Week is that they want to win the trophy for ‘The Best Themed Yacht’ in the Prix d’Elegance for an unprecedented third time.

Always one to be topical, Clinton and his wife, Kim, won the keenly sought-after trophy last year with a theme taken from the international bestselling book, Fifty Shades of Grey. However, they based their theme around their favourite colour for the yacht – green.

Sailing yacht Holy Cow - Prix d'Elegance 2013

Sailing yacht Holy Cow - Prix d'Elegance 2013 (Image by Ciaran Handy)

Holy Cow paraded past the judges on Hamilton Island Yacht Club’s Flag Deck with the crew uniforms being predominantly green, and a large banner on the boom reading, ‘Fifty Shades of Green’, while on deck the crew – some dressed in plastic body parts – humorously re-enacted some of the erotic activities detailed in the book.

‘Audi Hamilton Island Race Week is all about having fun, on and off the water,’ said Clinton, ‘and the Prix d’Elegance is one of the highlights of the week. Crews really get into the spirit of it and let their imaginations run wild.

‘We’ve been planning Holy Cow’s entry for some weeks already. I think it’s going to make a big impression on everyone.’

Trophies are presented for two categories in the Prix d’Elegance: the ‘Best Presented Yacht’ (where the yacht is perfectly presented, with the crew, in matching uniforms, lining the deck etc.); and the ‘Best Themed Yacht’, where themes have included political satire, tropical island settings, bubble baths and a tribute to the late Michael Jackson.

3) Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2013 headquarters – the spectacular Hamilton Island Yacht Club (Image: Paul Cincotta)

Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2013 headquarters – the spectacular Hamilton Island Yacht Club (Image: Paul Cincotta)

The entry list for the 30th Audi Hamilton Island Race Week, which will be staged from August 17-24, continues to grow at record pace. The 100th entry is expected to be lodged in the next few days.

Luxury carmaker, Audi, returns as the title sponsor of Hamilton Island Race Week in 2013. The German premium brand will host a range of special events on the island for yacht owners and guests to enjoy during the week.

AIMEX joining forces with Australian Made Campaign to promote marine export and superyacht industries

June 13, 2013

The Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) and the Australian Made Campaign are putting their forces together to promote the marine export as well as superyacht industries. The legendary green-and-gold Australian Made logo will soon be used to help brand AIMEX promotions all over the world.

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“Our focus is promoting Australian exporters globally and promoting Australia as a destination for Superyachts to cruise in our waters and have their refits and repairs undertaken. The Australian Made logo will play an important role in helping us to do that,” AIMEX Group CEO, Mary Ann Edwards, said.

The Australian Made logo is Australia’s only registered country-of-origin trademark for genuine Australian products. Associating with the logo provides a commercial advantage to Australia’s exporters, because it readily establishes a connection with Australia’s reputation for high quality, well-manufactured products.

“We are proud to have the peak body representing the Australian marine export and superyacht industries as an Australian Made Campaign Associate, and using the logo to help create opportunities for the industries in export markets,” Australian Made Campaign Chief Executive, Ian Harrison, said.

“The Australian Made logo has been used extensively in export markets around the world for over a quarter of a century, and research shows that it has proved extremely effective in connecting with Australia – which is exactly what you want a country-of-origin symbol to do.

“Further research has also clearly established that Australian products carrying the logo in export markets are more likely to increase sales than Australian products not carrying the logo.”

The AIMEX Group has been connecting Australian manufacturers of marine exports with international buyers around the world for more than 15 years. Marketing initiatives include international trade shows , media missions, the Australian Superyacht and Marine export awards, the Australian Superyacht and Marine export conference (ASMEX)  and key publications. Businesses can only become members of the AIMEX Group if they manufacture in Australia.

The marine exports and superyachts industries generate significant export revenue for Australia.

Guido de Groot designed Mulder 73 Flybridge motor yacht BOONOOROO II arrives in Australia

June 11, 2013

The prominent Dutch builder, Mulder Shipyard, completed the new, semi-displacement, all-aluminium, Mulder 73 Flybridge motor yacht “Boonooroo II” in late November 2012. Entirely designed by bespoke Guido de Groot Design, Boonooroo II yacht has recently arrived in Brisbane, Australia.

Mulder 73 Flybridge Yacht Boonooroo II designed by Guido de Groot Design

Mulder 73 Flybridge Yacht Boonooroo II designed by Guido de Groot Design

Luxury yacht Boonooroo II has a total length of 22.30 m overall and a beam of 6.20 m. The spacious flybridge houses a large jet-propelled tender and a smaller dinghy with outboard engine. A comfortable U-shaped seating area on the port side seats eight. The flybridge is also equipped with a bar with grill, refrigerator and sink.

The entire interior of Boonooroo II yacht has a classic ambience with a teak finish combined with a modern touch given by wengé furniture details. The saloon features a luxurious L-shaped sofa and three armchairs. Due to the large windows in the superstructure, this area has an exceptionally open and spacious feel. The galley is equipped with all the appliances one would expect on a yacht of this class, and has direct access to the dining area.

Luxury yacht Boonooroo II - Interior

Luxury yacht Boonooroo II - Interior

The interior of the Mulder 73 Flybridge yacht Boonooroo II on the lower deck includes a spacious full-beam owner’s suite, VIP suite and guest cabin; each with its own shower and toilet. The yacht also features a spacious crew area aft for two or three crew members plus a large worktop and plenty of working space. The crew accommodations can be reached from the swim platform and via an internal stairway from the saloon.

Below is a gallery for the stylish charter yachts with design by Guido de Groot.

Guido De Groot Design Charter Yacht Images

MY TOY - Main
MY TOY - Main
MY TOY - Main Salon and Dining
MY TOY - Main Salon and Dining
MY TOY - Aft Deck Sunpads and al fresco dining
MY TOY - Aft Deck Sunpads and al ...
MY TOY - Seating area next to helm
MY TOY - Seating area next to helm
MY TOY - Master Cabin
MY TOY - Master Cabin
MY TOY - VIP Cabin
MY TOY - VIP Cabin
More: Guido De Groot Design Image Gallery

New Horizon RP110 RPH Yacht Order from Western Australia

June 10, 2013

The well known Taiwan-based luxury yacht builder, Horizon, is thrilled to announce that a new owner, working with the Western Australia office of Horizon Motor Yacht Australia, has just signed a build order for the new Horizon RP110 raised-pilothouse yacht.

Horizon RP110 RPH Yacht

Horizon RP110 RPH Yacht

The order is the result of a one-day visit to the Horizon shipyard, where the client toured through Horizon’s four facilities and reviewed the specifications, drawings and details for the new motor yacht RP110 build.

Luxury motor yacht RP110 RPH by Horizon - upview

Luxury motor yacht RP110 RPH by Horizon - upview

“Horizon is delighted to welcome a new owner into our growing family,” said Horizon CEO John Lu.  “The RP110 model is extremely well-suited to the client and his lifestyle, and we look forward to working together with he and Horizon Motor Yacht Australia in bringing his dream yacht to life.”

The first RP110 yacht hull currently under construction

The first RP110 yacht hull currently under construction

This is the second order for the Horizon RP110 raised-pilothouse superyacht, with completion expected in winter 2015; the first RP110 hull – motor yacht Andrea VI – is currently under construction for a U.S. client and will showcase at the 2013 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.

The first RP110 yacht hull in build - aft view

The first RP110 yacht hull in build - aft view

Below is a choice of the superb charter yachts built by Horizon.

Horizon Charter Yacht Images

MISS ROSE - Her Profile
MISS ROSE - Her Profile
MISS ROSE - Underway
MISS ROSE - Underway
MISS ROSE - Aft Dining
MISS ROSE - Aft Dining
MISS ROSE - Profile
MISS ROSE - Profile
MISS ROSE - Deck Jacuzzi
MISS ROSE - Deck Jacuzzi
MISS ROSE - Dining
MISS ROSE - Dining
More: Horizon Image Gallery

Misleading carbon tax information clarified by Superyacht Australia

June 05, 2013

The Australian Tax Office (ATO) provided Superyacht Australia with confirmation which clarifies recent incorrect and misleading media reports of increasing taxes for superyachts wishing to cruise in Australian waters. The ATO has confirmed that superyachts visiting Australia to cruise recreationally are not subject to the carbon tax increase.

In an article published by Superyacht News on 30 June 2013 ‘Superyachts, expect to be taxed for entering Australian waters’ it was intimated that the carbon tax would affect superyachts visiting Australia.

A spokesperson from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) yesterday confirmed that “Excise or customs duty rates for diesel and other liquid fuels are not changing.

If you operate a vessel (including super yachts) in Australian waters for recreational purposes, the fuel you purchase has excise or customs duty included in the price. The duty rate is AUD 38.143 cents per litre and will continue to be this rate from 1 July 2013.

If you leave Australian waters you are still entitled to claim a refund of the full duty amount for the fuel remaining on board from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). For more information, refer to Bunker fuel and private yachts on the ATO website. You are unable to claim fuel tax credits for the fuel you acquire for use in recreational vessels. Fuel tax credits provide a credit for the fuel tax (excise or customs duty) included in the price of fuel used in business activities or for domestic electricity generation only.”

The release was derived from an incorrect interpretation of a port alert released by the Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS) to inform their stakeholders of the increase in Australian carbon taxes from 1 July 2013.

Superyacht Australia Chairman Barry Jenkins commented that “Australia’s fuel is comparatively well priced against global prices. Australia regularly supplies duty free fuel to cruising vessels departing Australia and also applies the full $0.38143 per litre excise refund to each vessel and this is not subject to change.”

Superyacht Australia responds to requests of superyachts regarding cruising Australian waters

June 04, 2013

Superyachts reaching the South Pacific this season have expressed keen interest in the amazing cruising waters of Australia. Superyacht Australia is responding to the requests by offering information as well as networking sessions in the lovely yacht charter destination – Tahiti, to be attended by key stakeholders from the Australian industry on Friday, June 28, 2013.

The breath-taking yacht charter location - Tahiti in the South Pacific

The breath-taking yacht charter location - Tahiti in the South Pacific

Invitations to the networking and information event will be extended to all superyacht captains, owners and crew who will be in the South Pacific over this period.

This exclusive opportunity to network and promote Australia’s unique surroundings has attracted a high level of industry support. This support is evidenced by the sponsors of the Tahiti Networking Event which includes Superyacht Australian the Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX), AWL Grip, Cairns Marlin Marina, Cairns Ship Repair and Ancillary Services, City of Melbourne, Marine Engineering Consultants, MTU Detroit Diesel, Rivergate Marina and Shipyard, Superyacht Solutions and Sydney City Marine.

All of Australia’s key regional superyacht clusters will be present including Superyacht Great Barrier Reef, Marine WA, NSW Superyacht Industry Association and Superyachts Queensland.

Superyacht Australia CEO MaryAnne Edwards commented “Tahiti is seen as the gateway into the South Pacific and is a unique cruising destination for the global superyacht fleet. What we are seeing is that the superyachts cruise or charter in this area and then head to Australia for their routine maintenance and refit requirements. Australia has a reputation for quality work, meeting budgets and delivering on time.  We have the expertise, capability and reputation for delivering to the owners and captains requirements.”

“We see this event as an excellent way to ensure the superyachts in the South Pacific are fully informed about Australia’s excellent cruising grounds, iconic events and high quality facilities for superyachts.”

All activities will be held on the Marina Taina, the day will commence with Information Sessions (9.30-11.30am) followed by a Crew Barbeque Competition from 4-5pm and the day will conclude with the Australian industry hosting an Australian themed networking event.

Club Marine Australian Marine Export and Superyacht Industry Awards 2013 Winners achieve global prestige

June 03, 2013

Australian marine export award winners at this year’s Club Marine Australian Marine Export and Superyacht Industry Awards can express nothing short of pride for the global recognition they have achieved.

2013 Club Marine Australian Marine Export and Superyacht Industry Award Winners

2013 Club Marine Australian Marine Export and Superyacht Industry Award Winners

Bursting into its fifth consecutive year, the awards represent national and international stature for all Australian marine export entrants. With only seven trophies for the Australian marine export industry up for grabs, the competition to claim glory in 2013 was fierce.

Once again in 2013, Club Marine is proud to be affiliated with the event as sponsors. Club Marine’s National Relationships and State Manager Corey Yeung said “As Australia‘s largest provider of recreational boat insurance, Club Marine is committed to excellence in our own business and we are proud to be able to support AIMEX by sponsoring the Club Marine Australian Marine Export and Superyacht Industry Awards. It is especially important that the efforts and abilities of our outstanding marine export industries are appropriately acknowledged. We congratulate all of this year’s winners and all of the entrants for their efforts.”

Of the 24 award applicant companies, the shining star of the night was VEEM Limited. VEEM Limited took out the prestigious ‘2013 Marine Industry Exporter of the Year’ after being crowned winners in the categories of ‘Most Innovative Marine Industry Exported Product or Service’ and the ‘Best Marine Industry Export Marketing Strategy’.

Based in Western Australia, VEEM Limited manufactures and supplies marine equipment to vessel and equipment OEM’s and users internationally. The innovation award was presented to VEEM Limited for their VEEM Gyro product range. The VEEM Gyro range features four models and has been developed specifically for the Superyacht market.

This year, Aurora Global Logistics have been awarded the ‘Best Marine Export Performance – medium exporter’ award for their outstanding effort and outcomes in 2012.

Jason Roberts, director of Aurora Global Logistics said “it’s been an honor to be recognised as a key service provider to the Australian Marine Industry. We are a privately owned Australian company and compete daily against large international foreign owned companies and our hard work has finally paid off.”

M-Tech (Marine Technologies) have for the second year running been awarded the ‘Australian Marine Industry Best Export Performance – Small Exporter’.

M-Tech specialize in the manufacture of innovative marine and leisure utility equipment and accessories, ranging from Marina Utility Service Pedestals, Emergency Service Equipment, Sanitation Pump out Equipment to Instant Response Fire Carts. Their export market is growing, and due to the vast stocks that are held in their Queensland facility, spare parts can be exported within 24 hours, anywhere in the world.

M-Tech General Manager Darren Wilkinson said “It’s with great pleasure to receive the award and recognition from AIMEX for the second year running, having such tough competition from the other entrants, and a great testament to all the M-Tech team.”

Riviera is Australia’s largest and most awarded boat builder and exports luxury cruisers that are built on the Gold Coast to a dealer network that spans 66 countries across the globe, including the Americas, New Zealand, Europe and Asia. Riviera Australia was awarded the ‘Best Marine Industry Export Performance – Large Exporter’ in 2013.

Rodney Longhurst Chairman and Owner of Riviera Australia said “Receiving this prestigious accolade is a very gratifying reward for our 300 strong master boat builders and dedicated staff who have rallied behind Riviera to allow us to continue to grow in challenging times. I would like to publicly thank and praise our entire team for their commitment and resolve. As our new model development program continues to gain momentum we and our growing international dealer network are very excited about the future of Riviera. This week we announced the purchase of the 14 hectare Riviera facility, the largest of its kind in the southern hemisphere at Coomera such is our belief in the future of Riviera.”

The judging panel of the 2013 awards could not over emphasize the high caliber of applications in the Australian marine export industry sector. After much deliberation it was decided to award Superior with a Highly Commended recognition for the ‘Best Marine Industry Export Marketing Strategy’ award.

Superior manufactures a variety of marine berthing systems, industrial flotation and accessories for commercial, domestic, private and government clients. Superior’s motto is based upon work – play – life.

Superior CEO John Hogan said “Our brand values consistently focus on trust and personal service which has enabled Superior to focus on strategies for new industries for new products in addition to our traditional recreational marine lines. It’s a great honour to be recognised for the work we have been undertaking around the world.”

The awards ceremony was staged at the ASMEX Gala dinner on May 21 in Sanctuary Cove, Queensland.

Australian Superyacht Industry recognized at 2013 Club Marine Australian Marine Export and Superyacht Awards

June 03, 2013

Within an industry concentrated on innovation, respectable quality, service as well as tourism, this year’s Club Marine Australian Marine Export and Superyacht Awards ensured that the recognition within the Australian Superyacht Industry was recognized all over the world.

Matthew Johnston of Muir Accepts Award on Behalf of John Muir

Matthew Johnston of Muir Accepts Award on Behalf of John Muir

For the second year, the 2013 Club Marine Australian Marine Export and Superyacht Industry Awards has recognized and celebrated the success of the industry over the previous year. Applications for an award to distinguish success and gain global recognition came flowing in thick and fast until the last moment of the application close date. The high caliber and volume of applications made it an extremely arduous task for judges to select award winners across the three categories.

Muir Winches took out the prestigious ‘Superyacht Industry Business of the Year – Manufacturer’ award. Muir Engineering Group trading as Muir Windlasses Australia, is a world-leading manufacturer of marine anchor winches and windlasses, anchoring and docking systems and deck equipment for Super and Mega Yachts, Pleasure Craft, Fast Ferries and Commercial Vessels from 5 to 140 metres in length.

Managing Director Matthew Johnston was present at the Awards Gala Dinner to accept the award. Matthew said “that the last few years had been tough but maintains that there is still a good market for quality products in this competitive global market.”

John Muir, Director of Tasmanian based and globally renowned Muir Winches was inducted into the Australian Marine Export and Superyacht Industry Hall of Fame for his outstanding achievements and contribution to the industry.

John was also awarded the “2013 Club Marine Australian Marine Export and Superyacht Industry Champion” award.

John Muir has been heavily involved in the superyacht industry for over 30 years since the MUIR business started exporting in 1968. “John is an extremely driven and passionate man not only about his own business but also for the marine industry that he works in” said Matthew Johston.

Aurora Global Logistics have been awarded the ‘2013 Superyacht Industry Business of the Year – Service Provider’. Jason Roberts, director of Aurora Global Logistics said “it’s been an honour to be recognised as a key service provider to the Australian Marine Industry. We are a privately owned Australian company and compete daily against large international foreign owned companies and our hard work has finally paid off.”

Club Marine is proud to maintain sponsorship of the prestigious event. Corey Yeung, Club Marine’s National Relationships & State Manager said “For Australian companies to be competitive in the Superyacht market, they need to be world class. Aurora Logistics and Muir Winches have shown that they are international market leaders as they continually set new benchmarks for service and product development. Their success is a reflection on the quality of the leadership at both companies, and John Muir’s induction into the Australian Marine Export and Superyacht Industry Hall of Fame is recognition of that leadership and also his contributions to the industry as a whole. Club Marine would like to congratulate John Muir on his achievements and Hall of Fame induction.”

The Awards were announced at the Industry Gala Dinner at the InterContinental Resort in Sanctuary Cove, Queensland on May 21.

The wave of prosperity for Riviera Yachts

May 31, 2013

Riviera, Australia’s largest and most awarded luxury yacht manufacturer, and its 300 strong master craftsman and staff have seen the fruits of their labours over the past 10 days, when having received a prominent marine industry award, announcing that Rivera has made a substantial investment in Australia’s manufacturing future, receiving an overwhelming positive response from luxury powerboat enthusiasts as well as recording important new yacht sales at the Festival of Boating, that took place at Riviera’s Gold Coast headquarters.

The Festival of Boating was hugely successful for Riviera and Belize with more than 14 new boat sales totalling in excess of $21 million

The Festival of Boating was hugely successful for Riviera and Belize with more than 14 new boat sales totalling in excess of $21 million

On the back of winning the esteemed 2013 Australian Marine Industry Large Exporter Award, Riviera’s chairman and owner Rodney Longhurst announced that his family will purchase Riviera’s 14-hectare state-of-the-art Coomera facility on Queensland’s Gold Coast.

The announcement came on day two of the second annual Festival of Boating, which proved to be hugely successful for Riviera and Belize with registrations for the 83 individual educational and social events up by more than 50 per cent on the previous year with a total of over 2000 registrations across the four day festival, the world release of the new 565 SUV, and the full interior display of the new 50 Enclosed Flybridge, gave Riviera plenty of reasons to celebrate at the Friday night Cocktail Party and Saturday night Gala Dinner which were well attended with 250 and 350 Riviera enthusiasts respectively at each event.

The educational seminars proved popular with Riviera owners and power boat enthusiasts

The educational seminars proved popular with Riviera owners and power boat enthusiasts

Riviera chairman and owner Rodney Longhurst said the Riviera Festival of Boating was a tremendous success.

“I commend our dedicated staff on the huge effort they put into making the Festival the success it is today and our Riviera owners from around Australia and overseas unanimously agree that the Festival is truly a unique experience,” Mr Longhurst said.

Riviera chairman and owner Rodney Longhurst has announced his family will purchase Riviera's 14-hectare Coomera facility on the Gold Coast

Riviera chairman and owner Rodney Longhurst has announced his family will purchase Riviera's 14-hectare Coomera facility on the Gold Coast

“Receiving the award for Best Marine Industry Export Performance – Large Exporter at the 2013 Club Marine Australian Marine Export Awards is a very gratifying reward for our 300 strong master boat builders and dedicated staff who have rallied behind Riviera to allow us to continue to grow in challenging times.  I would like to publicly thank and praise our entire team for their commitment and resolve.

“This is the best result we have had at a boat show in six years with more than 14 new boat sales totalling in excess of AUD$21 million, including multiple sales of the 53 Enclosed Flybridge, 5000 and 5800 Sport Yachts, the newly released SUV models, and four deposits for the new 50 Enclosed Flybridge which will have its world release at the Sydney International Boat Show in August.”

Riviera CEO Wes Moxey said the past 10 days had been an incredibly positive time for Riviera.

“The excitement that was at the Festival and Gala Dinner was reminiscent of Riviera in the times when we were building around 400 boats a year,” Mr Moxey said.

Registrations for the Festival of Boating's 83 social and educational events were up by 50 per cent

Registrations for the Festival of Boating's 83 social and educational events were up by 50 per cent

“Our owners are just as proud as we are to be a part of the Riviera Festival of Boating and we were pleased this year to have the opportunity to showcase our world class facilities to many new visitors.

“The Riviera Festival of Boating would not be possible without the loyalty, dedication, and passionate Riviera team.  It was a true team effort that involved every aspect of the business and I commend our designers, new product development team, engineers, boat builders, and corporate staff for going above and beyond over the four day Festival and in the weeks leading up to this momentous occasion.”

The dates for the 2014 Riviera Festival of Boating have been released and an expanded program will be announced later this year for the four days of the Festival from 22 to 25 May, 2014.  The Festival of Boating is a registration only event for Riviera owners and luxury powerboat enthusiasts.

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