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A few days to go until the Mallorca’s Portals Nautical Weekend

May 21, 2012

The full program of events as well as activities of the highly anticipated Portals Nautical Weekend in Mallorca has been revealed by its organisers.  Starting in a few days, there will be 60 yachts on display, featuring all of the best brands, both new and used, including sail and motor yachts from 9 to 40 metres.

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These include leading yacht builds from Fairline, Oyster, Azimut, Beneteau, Bavaria, Riva, Princess, San Lorenzo, Sunseeker etc. There will also be a good selection of pre owned motor and sail boats from top local and international brokers such as Sunbird, Baxter Marine, Marivent Yachts, Drettmann and Yacht Moments.

This is the first time ever that such a large and varied display of yachts and nautical products combined with various lifestyle attractions has been staged in Mallorca, which is completely open to the public and with no entry fees.

Yachts and much more…
Apart from having all the fabulous boats, chandlery, tenders and toys on display, the organisers have gone out of their way to make this a generally entertaining event. There will even be a large display of classic cars on show for the petrol heads provided by the Mallorca Driving Club.

A special and unique part of the event will be a boat parade to take place on Sunday (27th) evening at 21.45hrs. Just after the sun goes down and darkness falls over Puerto Portals, up to twenty hand picked yachts from the show will leave their moorings, cruise around the harbour and return in an organised procession. Music, lights and a professional commentary in English and Spanish will accompany this spectacle. The participating yachts will range from the Fjord Open 40, a modern fast elegant day cruiser, a Princess 23 luxury motor cruiser available for charter, through to the Beneteau Sense 50, a completely innovative modern family sailing yacht which won the 2011 ´Cruising World Boat of the Year Award´.

Food, refreshments and shopping
During the whole three days of the event where exhibits will be open to the public from 12.00 noon to 21.00 each day, the restaurants, bars and boutiques around the port will be open for business, and offering a warm welcome to visitors as an integral part of the weekend´s entertainment.

For instance, Tristan Bistro will be serving an exclusively nautical lunchtime menu from 12am to 9pm, costing 29.50€ per person and including water and coffee. In addition to this the Tristán Bar will create a unique, nautical cocktail!

Various boutiques, such as Osama Piluca, Exclusive, Blue Marin and Rosemarine are preparing special offers. A newcomer to the port VellMari will have their inauguration during the weekend. Restaurant Diablito is preparing the upstairs chill out lounge with great views over the port, for the visitors of Portals Nautical Weekend, and laying on some specials in their menu.

Restaurant Cuatro Sietes (7777) will welcome visitors to Portals Nautical Weekend who can enjoy their special lunchtime menu, and will offer a free glass of cava for those who come to dinner.  Wellies bar and restaurant, which has become famous in the port having been there throughout its 26-year history, and La Concha also have special promotions for their valued customers.

More on the boulevard
On the shore side exhibition, which is in the shady boulevard area of the port, more participants have been confirmed and the line up so far is Global Yachts, Marine Superstore, Nauti-Parts, Sloane Helicopters, Calviá Beach Resort, Lloyds Bank International and Finest Bedlinen.

The locally based media are playing their full part in entertaining visitors and keeping the event lively. The region´s own community radio station Calvia FM will be there playing music and entertaining visitors. Nautical TV Europe (NTVE.TV) will be filming yachts, interviewing visitors and exhibitors, and putting up the footage on screens at the event in real time. The Islander, Mallorca´s own 15-year-old yachting magazine who are now in partnership with NTVE, will be providing the media and information desks, as well as reporting on the whole event.

About Puerto Portals
Set in the heart of the bay of Palma, Puerto Portals opens up to the sea as the most prestigious nautical and leisure complex of the island, and of the Mediterranean. Located just 10 km. from the centre of Palma and 16 km. from the airport, Puerto Portals has become a veritable symbol of quality.

Puerto Portals has 639 mooring spaces ranging from 8 to 60 metres in length and a shopping centre with a wide variety of quality complementary services: restaurants, bars, fashion boutiques, nautical firms, watchmakers, perfumeries and estate agents, among others.

A lively port
Throughout the year different social and sporting events are held at Puerto Portals, which lend it colour and life. Some of them, such as the parade of the Three Kings or the children’s parties, are by now classics on the local calendar. This year the well established Mallorca Classic Car Rally started and finished in the port with the Superyacht  CD1 tied up at the start line as a rather spectacular grandstand and committee boat.

Puerto Portals is also famous for other nautical events that have marked the history of the harbour, such as many top-level international sailing regattas. Moreover, the shopping area has some of the best restaurants on the island, with fashion and accessories boutiques, jewelers, perfumeries, nautical services, boat sales… in fact a whole day out for the family!

There is a possibility to check in and ‘like’ Portals Nautical Weekend on their Facebook page, featuring more information about the show.

Antigua Sailing Week 2012: Final Day 5 – Winners

May 04, 2012

In CSA 1A, Geoff Hill’s Santa Cruz 72 sailing yacht Antipodes placed first, winning the last race of this year´s Antigua Sailing Week on the final day 5.

Geoff Hill's Santa Cruz 72 sailing yacht Antipodes Credit: Jason Pickering

Geoff Hill's Santa Cruz 72 sailing yacht Antipodes Credit: Jason Pickering

Geoff Hill spoke dockside in Falmouth Harbour: “This is the first time we have raced the yacht and to be honest we could have done with another week to get her ready for racing, we have been tuning her up as we raced and the team have done a great job. I have been to Antigua Sailing Week before but not for about seven years and I have to say we have received a very friendly welcome from the race organisers and all of the Antipodes team are looking forward to tonight’s prize giving.”

Peter Harrison’s Farr 115 charter yacht Sojana could only manage a third today, which put them on equal points with Antipodes. Sojana could only count three first places to Antipode’s four and lost on countback, it was that close. Jan Rupert’s Tripp 75 yacht Blackbird finished the regatta with a second place in the last race to secure third.

In CSA 1B, Stefan Lehnert’s Tripp 56 yacht Passion 4C won the last race by a handsome margin to secure not the division title. Lenhert’s team has been racing in the Caribbean all season. Antigua Sailing Week did not start well for Lehnert when his son went overboard in the first race but the German Admiral’s Cup winner has had a great week, as Lehnert explains:

“When Richard Matthews and Zig Zag picked up Phillip, I was so relieved, I thanked him by giving them a crate of champagne and it has been champagne sailing since then,” smiled Lehnert. “I must also congratulate the organisers of this regatta. It has a great atmosphere and I especially enjoyed the daily prize giving, which gives you a chance to meet other sailors during the week, I am sure Passion 4C will be back in Antigua.”

Fleet shot on the final day at Antigua Sailing Week Credit: Paul Wyeth/pwpictures.com

Fleet shot on the final day at Antigua Sailing Week Credit: Paul Wyeth/pwpictures.com

The winner of CSA 2 was already decided before today’s race. Ulrich Rohde’s Swan 53 sailing yacht Dragon Fly Plus had an unassailable lead but that didn’t stop Ross Applebey’s Oyster 48 yacht Scarlet Oyster from going for it today with Yachting World Editor, David Glenn on board. The vintage Oyster corrected out to win by just 25 seconds from Christian Reynolds, Swan 51 yacht Northern Child, posting their best result of the regatta. In today’s race Andy Middleton’s First 47.7 came third. Chris Brand’s Swan 53 yacht Merel Four could only manage a sixth today but the team from the Royal Thames Yacht Club maintained their position as third overall.

In CSA 3, Richard’s Wesslund’s J/120 yacht El Ocaso made it a perfect seven with their win today. Boat Captain, Mike Caldwell spoke dockside after racing: “It may look like we ran away with the victory but many of the races were won by a few seconds. Every single member of the El Ocaso team has made a significant contribution, we all had our moments when the bow, the trim, the driver all needed to step up and be counted and that is what they did and I am very proud of them. We have been partying together all week and I am sure we will enjoy the English Harbour rum tonight!”

Second place in the class went to Nick Burn’s First 40 sailing yacht Lancelot II. His Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club team have been battling all week with Maurio Martinez’s Brazilian team racing First 40, Smile and Wave.

In CSA 4, Calvin Reed’s First 40.7 yacht Elandra won the last race of the series by a significant margin to win Class for the second year in a row. Sir Hugh Bailey’s Beneteau 456, Hugo B was second today. The team from Falmouth, Antigua have shown incredible consistency. Throughout the week, Hugo B has only been off the podium on one occasion and that was a fourth. However, Elandra has been unstoppable and the team are class winners in consecutive regattas. Jonty Layfield’s J/39, Sleeper was third overall.

Passion 4 C

Sailing yacht Passion 4 C Credit: T. Wright/photoaction.com

In CSA 5, Geoffrey Pidduck’s Six Metre yacht Biwi Magic came out on top in the last race of the series to win the class: “The decisive moment today was the start. Blue Peter was lee-bowing High Tide and I was taking the lee-bow off Blue Peter, but because we can point much higher than both of them, Biwi Magic got right over the top of them and we made the top mark first. High Tide should have caught up downwind but they chose to go inshore and got caught up in traffic, whilst we stayed in clear air pointing directly at the mark and that as that really. It has been a fantastic week of racing but I have to say I was kicking myself yesterday when I rounded a mark the wrong way and had to go back, we could have thrown away the win there and then. It is great to win and I am sure I will be enjoying an English Harbour rum very shortly at the Antigua Yacht Club.”

Steve Carson, owner of runner up High Tide was in good spirits despite losing out on the last race. ” I helped build that boat (Biwi Magic) before it crossed the Atlantic and I suppose it has come back to bight me!” quipped Carson.

In CSA 6, Resting Goose were already secure of the class win before today’s race. Owner David Chatterton talked about his experience at Antigua Sailing Week: “It has just been fantastic, well organized, friendly, a real joy to be here and we are delighted with our win. We are just a bunch of boys from the East Coast of England, here to have some fun and all of the yachts in our class have been a delight to sail against and party with. It has been a very special week, a big thank you to everybody involved in Antigua Sailing Week.”

Sailing yacht Resting Goose

Sailing yacht Resting Goose Credit: Jason Pickering

In today’s race, Vince White’s O’Day 35 yacht Seal saved the best to last, winning their first race of the series but a country mile. Beneteau Oceanis 473, Ormeau was second with Philip Eynon’s prestine Swan 36 yacht Arc Angel third.

In the Bareboat Class, three yachts from KH+P had a tremendous battle, as they have done all week. Alexander Pfeiffer’s L’Oiseau des Iles won today’s race putting pressure on class leader, Horst Schultze’s Sea You Later. However Sea You Later corrected out to take second place in the last race by a solitary second from Andreas Kadelbach’s Cayenne. After a six race series, Sea You Later won the class by the narrowest of margins.

In Bareboat 2, KH+P Sapphire Dancer took a convincing victory. In second place was Stewart Reed’s Dilligaff. No doubt Stewart and his team from the UK will be celebrating the skipper’s 50th birthday in fine style tonight. The Swiss Team Carondimonio racing Balaou were third.

Tonight the legendary Antigua Sailing Week Final Awards Party will take place on the water side of the Copper and Lumber Store in the historic setting of Nelson’s Dockyard. Once the silverware has been distributed the dancing will begin. The whole place will be jumping to live music from Rico and the 4 Play Band and music from Choice FM & Grown n’ Sexy featuring Dave VJ.

Asia Boating Awards 2012 Nominees

May 03, 2012

The organisers of the Asia Boating Awards 2012 have unveiled the full list of nominees, with some new and unusual entries, as well as some industry stalwarts. Starting to be recognised all over the world, the Asian yacht builders have been growing in global market share.

IAG 100 superyacht Electra

IAG 100 superyacht Electra - one of the nominees for ABA 2012

In addition to reorganising the size categories, the awards this year feature a brand new category: Best Asian Built Yacht. This recognises the growing stature of Asian yacht builders in the global market.

The upcoming awards are sure to generate plenty of buzz, both in leisure marine media and in regional business media as well. The Asia Boating Awards, now in its eighth year, is the region’s most established and respected event of its kind.

This year sees awards in 19 categories, showcasing Asian builders and international brands, as well as Asian regattas, marinas and yacht designers working in Asia. The pioneering Asia Boating Awards was the first event to recognise the efforts and successes of Asian yacht builders.

RP120 motor yacht MUSES by Horizon Yachts

RP120 motor yacht MUSES by Horizon Yachts - nominated in the ´Best Asian Built Yacht´ category

“Global interest in the Asian yacht market and in the yacht building scene means that the awards have naturally become a focal point for the yachting world. This year’s lists of nominees are all very well-known and have generated plenty of press over the past year. It will be a very interesting night indeed,” said Ryan Swift, editor of Asia-Pacific Boating magazine.

The Asia Boating Awards will take place on May 10, just one day prior to the start of the Hong Kong Gold Coast Boat Show at the Hong Kong Gold Coast Yacht and Country Club.

The list of nominees comes from online polling of Asia-Pacific Boating readers, with final winners being determined by a panel of judges that have been selected for their ability to make informed, impartial decisions. The awards ceremony is organised by Blu Inc Media, publisher of Asia-Pacific Boating and its Chinese-language sister publication, China Boating.

Heli shot of the McConaghy built yacht Adastra - Desgined by John Shuttleworth Design

Another ´Best Asian Built Yacht´ Nominee - the McConaghy built trimaran yacht Adastra

THE LIST OF ASIA BOATING AWARDS 2012 NOMINEES:

Best Asian Yacht Builder (30m and up)

• Horizon, Taiwan

• IAG Yachts, China

• Kha Shing, Taiwan

• Kingship, Hong Kong

• Ocean Alexander, China

61m luxury motor yacht Diamonds are Forever by Benetti Yachts

A ´Best Custom Built Yacht´ Nominee - the 61m luxury motor yacht Diamonds are Forever by Benetti Yachts

Best Asian Yacht Builder (15m to 30m)

• Fleming Yachts, Taiwan

• Grand Banks Yachts, Malaysia

• Horizon, Taiwan

• Kha Shing, Taiwan

• Tricon Marine, China/ Bahamas

Superyacht Helix - the 5th F45 Vantage motor yacht by Feadship

Superyacht Helix - the 5th F45 Vantage motor yacht by Feadship for the ´Best Semi Custom Built Yacht over 30m´ category

Best Asian Built Yacht

• Cheoy Lee Shipyards, Alpha 76, Hong Kong

• Horizon, RP120 motor yacht Muses, Taiwan

• IAG Yachts, 100´ luxury yacht Electra, China

• Kingship, 142’ superyacht STAR, Hong Kong

• McConaghy Boats, trimaran yacht Adastra, China

60m superyacht Darlings Danama by CRN Yachts

60m superyacht Darlings Danama by CRN Yachts - a Nominee in the category ´Best Custom Built Yacht´

Best Custom Built Yacht

• Amels, megayacht Imagine, The Netherlands

• Benetti, 61m luxury yacht Diamonds are Forever, Italy

• CRN Yachts, 60m motor yacht Darling Danama, Italy

• Feadship, superyacht Musashi, The Netherlands

• Lürssen, Hermitage superyacht, Germany

Motor yacht LIBERTY by ISA

Motor yacht LIBERTY by ISA nominated for the ´Best Semi Custom Built Yacht over 30m´

Best Semi Custom Built Yacht (30m and up)

• Feadship, motor yacht Helix, The Netherlands

• Ferretti Group, CRN 43 luxury yacht Lady Trudy, Italy

• Heesen Yachts, MY Satori, The Netherlands

• ISA Yachts, superyacht LIBERTY, Italy

• Oyster Marine Ltd, Oyster 100 (an example is sailing yacht Sarafin), UK

• Sanlorenzo, 40 Alloy, Italy

Lurssen Motor yacht Hermitage - a ´Best Custom Built Yacht´ nominee

Lurssen Motor yacht Hermitage - a ´Best Custom Built Yacht´ nominee

Best Production Motor Yacht (24m to 40m)

• Azimut, motor yacht 120SL, Italy

• Fairline, 78 Custom (an example is charter yacht XKE), UK

• Ferretti Group, Ferretti 870, Italy

• IAG Yachts, Electra 100’, China

• Princess Yachts, Princess 32M (an example is motor yacht Antheya II (ex Centurion), UK

• Sunseeker, Sunseeker Yacht 28 Metre, UK

Amels Motor Yacht IMAGINE 212 Limited Edition

Nomination for ´Best Custom Built Yacht´- the Amels Motor Yacht IMAGINE 212 Limited Edition

Best Production Motor Yacht (15m to 24m)

• Beneteau Group, Monte Carlo Yachts 65, France

• Fairline Boats Limited, Squadron 50, UK

• Ferretti Group, Ferretti 720, Italy

• Horizon, E54, Taiwan

• Jeanneau, Prestige 500, France

• Marquis Yachts, Marquis 630, USA

• Princess Yachts, Princess V57, UK

• Riva, 75’ Venere Super, Italy

• Sea Ray, 540 Sundancer (540DA), USA

Azimut 120SL Superyacht

A nominee for ´Best Production Motor Yacht´ - Azimut 120SL Superyacht

Best Production Sailing Yacht (15m to 30m)

• Beneteau, Sense 55, France

• Fountaine Pajot, Sanya 57, France

• Jeanneau, Sun Odyssey 509, France

• Lagoon, Lagoon 560, France

• Oyster Marine Ltd, Oyster 625 (an example is sailing yacht Blue Jeannie), UK

• Nautor’s Swan, Swan 60, Finland

Oyster 100 SARAFIN Yacht - Image courtesy of Oyster Marine

A ´Best Semi Custom Built Yacht´ category - the Oyster 100 SARAFIN Yacht - Image courtesy of Oyster Marine

Best Production Sailing Yacht (up to 15m)

• Beneteau, Oceanis 48, France

• Lagoon, Lagoon 450, France

• Leopard Catamarans, Leopard 44, South Africa

• McConaghy Boats, MC38, China

• Tartan Marine Group, Tartan 4000, USA

Sailing Yacht Oyster 625 - Image courtesy of Oyster Marine

A ´Best Production Sailing Yacht´ category - Superyacht Oyster 625 - Image courtesy of Oyster Marine

Asian Marina of the Year

• ONE°15 Marina Club, Singapore

• Gold Coast Yacht and Country Club, Hong Kong

• Royal Langkawi Yacht Club, Malaysia

• Sanya Serenity Coast, China

• Xiamen Marina (Wuyuan Bay), China

Superyacht Exuma - photo courtesy of Perini Navi

An ´Asia-based Charter Yacht of the Year´ nominee - Superyacht Exuma - photo courtesy of Perini Navi

Asian Yacht Club of the Year

• Aberdeen Boat Club, Hong Kong

• Hebe Haven Yacht Club, Hong Kong

• Republic of Singapore Yacht Club, Singapore

• Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club, Hong Kong

• Royal Selangor Yacht Club, Malaysia

• Subic Bay Yacht Club, Philippines

Charter yacht NOBLE HOUSE

Charter yacht NOBLE HOUSE nominated for the ´Asia-based Charter Yacht of the Year´

Asian Regatta of the Year

• China Coast Regatta

• Phuket King’s Cup Regatta

• Phuket Raceweek

• Top of the Gulf Regatta

• VinaCapital Hong Kong to Vietnam Race

Sailing yacht MONTIGNE

Sailing yacht MONTIGNE for the ´Asia-based Charter Yacht of the Year´ category

Asia-based Charter Yacht of the Year

• Motor yacht Exuma

• Charter yacht Maverick II

• Catamaran yacht Moecca

• Sailing yacht Montigne

• Charter yacht Noble House

• Charter yacht Silolona, Phinisi Boat

Personality of the Year

• Cilian Budarlaigh, Indonesia

• Neil Pryde, Hong Kong

• Simon James, Thailand

• Thierry Barot, Hong Kong

• Y P Loke, Singapore

Luxury charter yacht E&E

Luxury charter yacht E&E for the ´Best Yacht Design of the Year´ category

Print Ad of the Year

• Amels

• Art of Kinetik

• Blohm + Voss

• Fairline

• Ferretti Yachts

• Lürssen

• Oceanco

• Pershing

• Riva

2010 Benetti Motor Yacht Nataly (ex Amnesia IV)

A ´Best Yacht Design of the Year´ nominee - the 2010 Benetti Motor Yacht Nataly (ex Amnesia IV)

Best Yacht Design of the Year

• Art of Kinetik, Hedonist Open, Serbia

• Benetti, 65M motor yacht Nataly, Italy

• Cizgi Yachts, charter yacht E&E (ex Jasmin II), Turkey

• CRN Yachts, 60m Darling Danama, Italy

• McConaghy Boats, Adastra, China

• Sunseeker, Sunseeker Yacht 28 Metre, UK

Best Yacht Designer in Asia of the Year

• Axis Yacht Design Group, Italy

• Evan K. Marshall, UK

• Harry Dunning, USA

• Ker Yacht Design, Spain

• Vripack, The Netherlands

Best Asia-based Charter Company

• Asia Marine, Thailand

• Azurea Luxury Yacht Charter, Singapore

• Elite Yachting, Thailand

• Martello Yachting, China

• Simpson Marine, Hong Kong

• Sunsail, Thailand

Best Brand Presence in Asia

• Azimut Benetti, Italy

• Beneteau, China

• Ferretti, Italy

• Horizon, Taiwan

• Jeanneau, France

• Princess Yachts, UK

• Sunseeker, UK

Hamble Point Boat Show 2012 a Great Success

May 02, 2012

The sailing season officially started with the successful three-day Hamble Point Boat Show, welcoming over 1,200 visitors and bringing together boaters, exhibitors as well as families, along with hundreds of new and second hand yachts, specialist marine products and a large number of activities for visitors.

Hamble Point Boat Show 2012 a Great Success

Hamble Point Boat Show 2012 a Great Success

These included a tug of war competition, RIB rides, kayak water polo, a special flyover from the coastguard helicopter, and sea safety demonstrations from the RNLI.

Fiona Williams, Communications Supervisor at Plymouth-based Pantaenius Yacht Insurance, said: “We were very impressed with the turnout given that this was the first big show on Hamble Point marina, and it compared really well to others we have attended in other parts of the country. We had some quality leads and are looking forward to next year’s show.”

Peter Thomas, Sales Director at Inspiration Marine Group, which had a number of boats on display, said: “We were really delighted with the turnout and the level of interest from potential customers. It was also good to see so many of the big boating names there. What really struck me and my colleagues was how well the event was put together and what a good showcase it is for Hamble Point marina.”

Hamble Point Boat Show presented plenty of activities of visitors

Hamble Point Boat Show presented plenty of activities of visitors

Leading brands at the show included Dehler, Hanse, Nordhavn Yachts, Azimut and Beneteau, with visitors enjoying accompanied viewings, sea trials and boat maintenance workshops.

Andy Cunningham, Group Brokerage Manager at yacht brokers Michael Schmidt & Partners, said: “The organisers put in their all, and the boat show did what it set out to do – people were inspired and business was done.”

Neil Salter, Hamble Point Marina Manager, said: “We were delighted to attract so many people, with some travelling as far as Wales to join us. The feedback from visitors, exhibitors and tenants of the marina has been really positive, and we have lots of ideas to build on this success for next year’s show. The event is fast becoming a key feature of the boat show calendar and a great family day out on the south coast.”

Mallorca´s Portals Nautical Weekend reveals its prestigious exhibitors

May 02, 2012

The organisers of the Portals Nautical Weekend revealed yesterday some of the prominent exhibitors that have already registered for this unique weekend in Mallorca. These include the most renowned luxury yacht builders in the world, such as Fairline,  Oyster,  Azimut,  Beneteau,  Bavaria,  Riva,  Princess, San Lorenzo,  Sunseeker and many others.

Motor yacht Greenline 40 Hybrid on display during the show

Motor yacht Greenline 40 Hybrid on display during the show

On the shoreside exhibition Yacht Center Palma (Marine Superstore) and NautiParts will have the whole range of chandlery, accessories, RIBS, tenders, jet-skis, kayaks and Xtreme Toys on show.

Or if one prefers to charter a yacht for an idyllic holiday in The Balearics, or to take an instructional course towards gaining a recognised yachting qualification, then there will be specialist companies on hand to help arranging this to suit one´s requirements.

To add to the all round entertainment value the Mallorca Driving Club will be there with a fleet of great classic cars, and Harley Davidson will have a few of the world´s most famous two wheeled machines on show.

Also planned is a boat parade, music, entertainment and some competitions to keep the atmosphere lively and constantly interesting. It is expected that all the restaurants, bars and boutique shops around the marina will join in the spirit of the event by offering specialties, promotional prices and customer focused hospitality. This is a marina that is used to hosting big events such as the Audi MedCup regatta, and its famous annual Christmas Fair, so winding up for a busy nautical weekend as the summer season really kicks in… will be an occasion they are sure to rise to!

Several brokers are preparing to reveal special models to go on show, one such is Sunbird International Yachts who are based permanently in the marina. They are planning to have the much admired and innovative motor yacht Greenline 40 Hybrid ready for viewing.

The Greenline 40 Hybrid is a development of her smaller sister, the Greenline 33 Hybrid. She is a larger yacht with the same philosophy: A low-drag energy saving Superdisplacement® hull coupled with hybrid (diesel/electric) and solar technology. This brings unique efficiency in consumption of natural resources and makes economic sense for the owner, both at the purchase stage, and during continued use of this motoryacht.

The handling, safety and seaworthiness of this yacht will provide her owners with all the home comforts for long lasting well-being on board.

Singapore Yacht Show 2012: Bigger, better and stronger than ever before

April 30, 2012

This year´s Singapore Yacht Show – bigger, better and stronger than ever before – returned in style last week, welcoming an amazingly high number of top quality visitors. The 2nd edition of this fascinating exhibition hosted some of the world’s best yacht builders, brokers as well as exhibitors.

Aerial shot of the Singapore Yacht Show 2012

Aerial shot of the Singapore Yacht Show 2012

The 2nd edition, held from April 27 to 29, inspired visitors and exhibitors alike with a fuller and finer line-up of some of the world’s most current and talked-about superyachts and finely crafted boats. Ultra high net worth visitors, exhibitors and yachting industry professionals participated in this year’s showpiece event, where first class contacts were made and significant deals were signed.

The first deal of the show was inked by Simpson Marine when they sold the stunning Azimut 40 yacht to a businessman residing in Singapore. Designed by the renowned Italian yacht builder, the 40ft motor yacht is an integral part of the Azimut flybridge collection, combining Italian design flair with engineering skill. Azimut Yachts is represented by Asia’s leading yacht dealer and broker Simpson Marine, which also carries a wide range of exclusive power and sailing yachts to suit all requirements.

In the final minutes of the show, Simpson Marine clinched a deal on the Azimut 53 yacht, winner of the Boat of the Year award by Power & Motoryacht Magazine 2011. The new 53 gives a feeling of space, with a luxurious full beam master suite with big hull windows that extend to the waterline. The sale was the icing on the cake and a fabulous end to a very successful show for Simpson Marine.

Azimut 40 yacht

Motor yacht Azimut 40 - the first yacht sold at SYS 2012

“The response has been great. We had expected a good showing based on the success of last year’s inaugural event, and the reaction from visitors and exhibitors has fully justified our expectations,” said Andy Treadwell, Managing Director of the Singapore Yacht Show. “This further strengthens the show’s position as the foremost yachting industry showcase in the Asia Pacific region, and I am confident that business in this new market will continue to develop rapidly now and fuel growth for the global industry.”

ONE°15 Marina, Sentosa Cove was also abuzz with activity, with more than 30 private parties held on the yachts berthed at the marina during the three-day show. The luxury and exclusiveness of a yacht is making it an increasingly attractive setting for networking events and corporate entertaining, as well as fun times for friends and family.

Minister of State for Trade and Industry, Mr Teo Ser Luck, showed support for the event and the industry by joining guests on a tour of the yachts and other exhibits on the opening day of the show.

This year’s edition featured a first class line-up of the world’s most influential yachting brands, which include Feadship, Sanlorenzo, Palmer Johnson, Westport, Heesen, Azimut, Beneteau, Princess, Cranchi, SportRiva, Mangusta and J–Craft, among others.

The show also saw strong participation from leading yacht brokers such as Burgess, Ocean Independence, Simpson Marine and Northrop & Johnson. Other top exhibitors in the Dockside Village include Sevenstar, Gulf Craft, KOP Group, and Luxury Yachts.

A parade of supercars shared the spotlight with luxurious superyachts at this year’s event courtesy of Eurosports Automobile Munich Automobiles with BMW M Owners Club and Lamborghini Club organising convoys to the yacht show.

The 1st annual Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show to start this week

April 24, 2012

The first annual Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show starts this week, boasting Cruisers University as well as the Annapolis Nautical Flea Market. Produced by the same company that organises well known fall shows, these combined events are expected to become another must-attend Annapolis tradition.

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Great Boats on Display
The show features an exciting lineup of 100 exhibitors on land and 60 sailboats for your inspection. Displayed boats include such as builders like Bavaria, Tayana,  Hanse, Passport, Leopard, Hunter, Jeanneau, Fountaine Pajot, Lagoon,
Gemini,  Southerly, Hylas, Island Packet, Catalina, Tartan, Oyster, J-Boat, Shannon, Beneteau, Isara, Gozzard, Jaguar, TomCat and many others.

New boats and late model brokerage boats, both mono-hull and multi-hull will be available. The event is being staged in historic downtown Annapolis along City Dock and “Ego Alley,” the surrounding city parking areas, and Susan Campbell Park. Admission is $10 for adults, $4 for youth 7-12, and free for children 6 and under.

Valuable Door Prizes
• Marine Max Charters: A one-week BVI sailing charter.
• Complete Coastal Sailing Set – brand new Helly Hansen crew tactician jacket, crew coastal trousers, crew mid-layer jacket, base-layer set, and a 50 liter waterproof bag to put all your gear in. Prize valued at $800.00.
• Maui Jim Sunglasses: value $179, courtesy of Shades of the Bay.
• Framed limited edition print of Chesapeake Bay valued at $495 courtesy of Alan James Robinson.
• Dinner for two at Pusser’s.

Free Boat Slip
One lucky boat buyer will win a one-year seasonal boat slip rental at Annapolis Landing Marina on Back Creek, Annapolis, MD. For a boat purchased, contracted, and closed immediately following the weekend of April 27-29, 2012, the buyer will win the use of a slip for that boat in this high quality marina. Certain restrictions apply.

Free Cruising Destinations Seminars:
This series of interesting travelogue presentations will be available at the Annapolis Rec Center, across the street from the Marriott on Saturday and Sunday, 11am-3pm.

Topics and presenters include:
Cruising the Caribbean – Windwards & Leewards by Liza Copeland
Cuba – The Forbidden Paradise by Wally Moran
Cruising the US and Canadian Canals by Peter and Cathy Trogdon
Cruising the Great Lakes and North Channel by Dennis Lautner and Ann Drury
The Bahamas – Cruising the Abacos by Pam Wall
The Bahamas – Cruising the Exumas by Kathy Parsons and Pam Wall
Cruising the Northern Chesapeake by Captain Rob Chichester
Cruising the Southern Chesapeake by Captain Rob Chichester
Cruising the ICW by Wally Moran

The visitors to the show can visit the stands of Bavaria Yachts, Farr Yacht Design engineering, and see boats delivered to owner’s specifications through Bavaria’s Factory Direct business model. Also, they can learn more about the exciting new Vision 46 and Cruiser 50 models arriving in Annapolis in the next two months.

Featuring:

The third annual Annapolis Nautical Flea Market will be open for business Saturday and Sunday of the sailboat show weekend. One $10 ticket covers entry into both the flea market and boat show, or pay just $5 for the flea market only.

There will also be the SpinSheet’s annual Crew Listing Party, taking place at the Eastport Maritime Museum on Sunday, April 29, 2012 at 4pm. The visitors can enjoy the show, and then attend the party.

194 yachts registered for the HISWA Amsterdam in-water Boat Show 2012

April 12, 2012

The number of exhibitors registered for the HISWA Amsterdam in-water Boat Show is 15% higher compared to the same time last year, showing a real increase in interest. The 2012 event will be the first edition to take place at the NDSM wharf in Amsterdam.

Mulder-73-Flybridge-motor-yacht-Credit-Mulder-Shipyard

Mulder 73 Flybridge yacht on display at HISWA in-water Boat Show - Credit: Mulder Shipyard

In addition to a new location, the event will also see a new concept focused on three nautical theme worlds (luxury, recreational and active) in which the participating boats will be exhibited. From Tuesday 4 to Sunday 9 September 2012, over 250 exhibitors from the Netherlands and abroad will showcase their latest designs and nautical products within the framework of an exciting activity programme on and around the water.

Registration 15% higher than last year
It is not only the regular participants that are positive about the new location and course being taken by the HISWA Amsterdam in-water Boat Show. The exhibitor list already includes around 30 companies that will be taking part for the first time or returning after a period of absence.

“We now have 147 confirmed exhibitor registrations with 194 boats,” says Farouk Nefzi, director of HISWA Multimedia. “This is 15% more than at the same time last year, which is a great result considering the difficult economic conditions.”

The 194 yachts registered for the HISWA Amsterdam in-water Boat Show include 30 Dutch, European or global premieres, such as the following motorboats: the Tenderline G7 (Tenderline), Marex 320 Aft Cabin Cruiser (Marex/De Boarnstream), Sturier 620 (Jachtwerf Volharding), Maremiss 63 (Hofstra Jachtbouw), Mulder 73 Flybridge and 72 Convertible (Mulder Shipyard), Swift Trawler 48 (Bénéteau), Contest 52MC (Contest Yachts), Smalland Tempo (Smalland Maritiem), Jetten 44 Sedan (Jetten Yachting), Vivante 55 HT (Vivante Yachts), Williams Dieseljet 565 (Delta Watersport) and Thomasz Tristan 50 (Thomasz Yachts).

New sailboats include the Sense 46 (Bénéteau), Contest 72CS (Contest Yachts), Oyster 725 (Oyster Marine) and Bavaria Vision 46 (Bavaria). A surefire crowd puller will be the clipper Stad Amsterdam, which will be moored at the outdoor quay during the HISWA Amsterdam in-water Boat Show as a hospitality ship for the city council.

Amsterdam Marina
The construction of a breakwater by the NDSM wharf is currently underway. It will provide the necessary protection for the new, permanent marina that will be built after the breakwater is completed. Amsterdam Marina will be the new home base of the HISWA Amsterdam in-water Boat Show, featuring berths for passing vessels in summer and permanent berths during the rest of the year.

Due for completion in 2013, the permanent facilities on the quay include the HISWA Nautical Centre which will accommodate various businesses such as the HISWA Group. The upcoming edition of the HISWA Amsterdam in-water Boat Show will make use of the new marina and temporary facilities created for the event on the quay.

Explore, Experience, Enjoy
The HISWA Amsterdam in-water Boat Show is the ideal event for everyone who enjoys the water, loves beautiful boats or is looking to find out more about the watersport sector. The event offers visitors a wide range of products from Dutch and international yachtbuilders. Series-built or (semi)custom, tender or superyacht, steel or polyester: The available range offers an impressive overview.

Additionally, there will be a focus on popular watersports and small open (sail)boats. The exhibition programme will be combined with exciting activities on and around the water, which include demonstrations, races, sea trials, lectures, free sailing lessons for kids and much more besides.

HISWA Amsterdam in-water Boat Show 2012
The HISWA Amsterdam in-water Boat Show takes place from Tuesday 4 to Sunday 9 September 2012 in the brand-new Amsterdam Marina at the NDSM wharf in Amsterdam. The event is open daily from 11.00 to 19.00.

The First Annual Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show to feature Cruisers University

March 30, 2012

The first annual Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show promises to become another must-attend Annapolis tradition. The spring show, running from April 27 to 29, offers an amazing lineup of 100 exhibitors on land as well as 60 sailboats in the water.

The 1st Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show, April 27-29, 2012

The 1st Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show, April 27-29, 2012

New and brokerage yachts on display at the show will be from such notable builders as Jeanneau, Bavaria, Beneteau, Passport, Leopard, Island Packet, Gozzard, Fountaine Pajot, Lagoon, Gemini, Shannon, Southerly, Hylas, Hobie,
Hunter, Mason, Isara, Catalina, Valiant, Jaguar and Tayana.

Boats and exhibitors are being added daily. Admission is $10 for adults, $4 for youth 7-12, and free for children 6 and under.

SPECIAL SHOW FEATURES:

Cruising Destinations Seminar Series
The First Annual Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show is extending a Special Invitation for all show attendees to enjoy their cruising seminars presented by a variety of icons of the sailing world. These fascinating travelogue presentations will be available at the Annapolis Rec Center, across the street from the Marriott hotel, on Saturday and Sunday, 11am-3pm.

Topics and presenters include:
- Cruising the Caribbean – Windwards & Leewards by Liza Copeland
- Cuba – The Forbidden Paradise by Wally Moran
- Cruising the US and Canadian Canals by Peter and Cathy Trogdon
- Cruising the Great Lakes and North Channel by Dennis Lautner and Ann Drury
- The Bahamas – Cruising the Abacos by Pam Wall
- The Bahamas – Cruising the Exumas by Kathy Parsons and Pam Wall
- Cruising the Northern Chesapeake by Captain Rob Chichester
- Cruising the Southern Chesapeake by Captain Rob Chichester
- Cruising the ICW by Wally Moran
- For the complete schedule click here.

Door Prizes
• Complete Coastal Sailing Set – brand new Helly Hansen crew tactician jacket, crew coastal trousers, crew mid-layer jacket, base-layer set, and a 50 liter waterproof bag to put all your gear in. Prize valued at $800.00.
• Framed limited edition print of Chesapeake Bay valued at $495 courtesy of Alan James Robinson.
• Maui Jim Sunglasses: value $179, courtesy of Shades of the Bay.
• Dinner for two at Pusser’s.

Free Boat Slip
One lucky boat buyer will win a one-year seasonal boat slip rental at Annapolis Landing Marina on Back Creek, Annapolis, MD. For a boat purchased, contracted, and closed immediately following the weekend of April 27-29, 2012, the buyer will win the use of a slip for that boat in this high quality marina.

Cruisers University
This four-day educational event will introduce the visitors to life aboard a cruising boat. Expert instructors from around the country will provide 150 hours of training in a wide range of electives pertinent to long-range cruising.

Instructors include:
George Day    Gary Jobson    Liza Copeland
Nigel Calder    Wally Moran    Herb McCormick
Pam Wall    Kathy Parsons    John Martino
Lee Chesneau    Ed Sherman    Frank Bohlen
Peter Trogdon    Doug Hansen    and many more.

Hamble Point Boat Show, April 20-22, 2012

March 15, 2012

Hamble Point Marina will present the biggest and best Hamble Point Boat Show yet, taking place from Friday 20th to Sunday 22nd April, 2012.

Hamble Point Boat Show - birds view

Hamble Point Boat Show - bird´s view

The free event is set to be one of the key highlights of the boat show calendar, with hundreds of new and used boats for sale, practical workshops in association with the RYA, over 50 marine companies offering expert services and advice, as well as a whole host of entertainment and attractions for all the family.

A boat-lovers haven, the show – which will be open from 10am – 5pm each day – will make for a great day out for avid owners, new customers thinking about buying a boat, or families just looking for a great day out. Visitors can enjoy a relaxed setting on the Solent with their every need catered for. There will be over 250 new and used boats from leading brands include Dehler, Hanse, Nordhavn Yachts, Azimut and Beneteau and visitors can enjoy accompanied viewings, sea trials and great deals throughout the weekend.

There will be plenty to keep everyone entertained with practical workshops with the RYA Active Marina programme, a boat jumble, RIB rides, static motorcycle displays, bungee trampolining and kayak polo.

Alongside the entertainment, marine companies including MDL Marinas, Raymarine, Force 4 Chandlery, GJW Direct and Vetus will offer a whole host of services from berthing, insurance, training and maintenance, as well as an on-site chandlery – making it an event not to be missed!

Neil Salter, Hamble Point Marina Manager, commented: “This year’s Hamble Point Boat Show is set to the biggest yet, with over 250 new and used boats on display, alongside demonstrations, entertainment, a boat jumble and activities galore for all the family.

“The show is a fantastic opportunity for anyone to come along and find out about everything to do with boating – perfect for those considering their first boat purchase, or for seasoned boaters who are in search of a superb day out, with experts on hand to offer advice and of course the chance to see the latest models available from the leading brands.

“The facilities we have at Hamble Point Marina are perfect for a boat show of this kind, and we are looking forward to welcoming visitors to this fantastic free event.”

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