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Ferretti Yachts attended the Beirut Boat Show 2012

May 22, 2012

The Ferretti Group, one of the world leaders in the building of motor yachts, with an amazing portfolio of the most prominent and extraordinary brands in the nautical world, continues its active presence in the major international boat shows worldwide. This respected Italian builder attended the eighth edition of the Beirut International Boat & Super Yacht Show, taking place in the fabulous Joseph Khoury Marina, in Beirut until May 20.

Ferretti Custom Line 112 motor yacht NEXT

Ferretti Custom Line 112 motor yacht NEXT

The Ferretti Group, through its local dealer Sea Pros, boasted one of the largest stands of the Show, extending over more than 800 square metres on land, where visitors had the opportunity to receive thorough and detailed information on the entire range of the Group’s eight brands. The Group’s exhibition area was completed by over 3,000 square metres in the water, where the eleven models taking part in the Show were on display, representing the Ferretti Yachts, Pershing, Bertram, Riva, Mochi Craft, and Ferretti Custom Line brands.

The Ferretti Group was presenting four boats representing the Riva brand – 63’ Vertigo yacht, 68’ Ego (an example is the charter yacht White Lotus), 75’ Venere (an example could be the luxury charter yacht Stingray M) e 85’ Opera Super (such as the charter yacht 4FIVE), three Ferretti Custom Line maxi yachts – Custom Line 97’ (for example the charter yacht Lady Chatterley), the Custom Line 112’ superyacht Next and Navetta 33 (an example is the motor yacht Gladiator), as well as the Ferretti 881 yacht, Pershing 72’, Bertram 360, and Mochi Craft Dolphin 44’.

Riva 63 Vertigo yacht

Riva 63 Vertigo yacht

An incredibly varied “showcase” bearing witness to the excellent reputation of the Beirut Boat Show, and, more in general, to the important role played by the Near East market, where the Ferretti Group has now operated for more than 10 years and aims to strengthen its growth further.

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

May 17, 2012

In the year when the well known Italian builder Riva, a brand of the Ferretti Group, celebrates its 170th anniversary, their motor yacht Riva 75′ Venere Super wins the prominent “Best Production Motor Yacht” award in the category between 15m and 24m at the Asian Boating Awards 2012. The awards took place in Hong Kong during the opening of the 2012 Gold Coast Boat Show, held last weekend in Hong Kong.

Riva 75' Venere Super yacht

Riva 75' Venere Super yacht

Organised for the first time in 2005 by the “Asia-Pacific Boating” and “China Boating” magazines in 2005, the Asian Boating Awards celebrate every year the best Asian and worldwide boating industry production. The Riva 75’ Venere Super yacht received this prestigious award during the gala reception held in the magnificent Ballroom of the Hong Kong Grand Hyatt Hotel.

The award was collected on behalf of Riva and the Ferretti Group by Daniell Chen, Chief Representative of Ferretti Group Asia Regional Office.

The luxury yacht 75’ Venere Super is a restyling of one of Riva’s most widely appreciated models. Its interiors and exteriors have been entirely renovated to offer more comfort when cruising and optimising onboard space. The yacht is the result of the cooperation between the designers of OID – Officina Italiana Design (the design firm that exclusively designs all Riva yachts), AYT – Advanced Yacht Technology (Ferretti Group’s research and naval design centre), and the team of architects and designers of the Centro Stile Ferrettigroup.

The 75’ Venere Super yacht stands out for her unmistakable style, luxury, fine materials, and utmost care for the tiniest details – all features that have always characterised Riva’s exclusive production, making Riva a true icon in the international boating and luxury sectors.

This important acknowledgement of the motor yacht 75’ Venere Super represents yet another success forRiva at an international level, in the year when the brand is celebrating its 170th anniversary,and following the award received in London by another “family jewel”, the Iseo yacht tender, which was elected “Motor Boat of the Year 2012” in the “Performance & Superboats” category.

Ferretti Custom Line launched the Navetta 26 Crescendo motor yacht IMMAGINE

May 16, 2012

The well known Italian builder, Custom Lina Spa, a brand of the Ferretti Group, has successfully launched its 19th Navetta 26 Crescendo motor yacht Immagine. Launched in Ancona a day before the new Custom Line 124 yacht, the Immagine superyacht is a 26.22m (86′) beautiful semi-displacement vessel and the third Custom Line launch this year.

Navetta 26 Crescendo Superyacht - Image courtesy of Ferretti

Navetta 26 Crescendo Superyacht - Image courtesy of Ferretti

Ferretti Custom Line superyacht Immagine comfortably sleeps 8 guests in 4 luxurious cabins. These include an owner’s cabin situated on the main deck, along with two double cabins and one twin cabin, which can be found on the lower deck.

Navetta 26 Crescendo luxury yacht Immagine can be powered either by 900 power 900 mhp/662 kW engine or by 1100 power 1100 mhp / 809 kW engine, enabling her to reach a top speed ranging from 14 to 16 knots and a cruising speed varying from 12 to 13.5 knots. Her beam is of 6.93m (22’9”).

Third motor yacht Custom Line 124´ by Ferretti Custom Line successfully launched

May 15, 2012

One of the best manufacturers of fibreglass vessels ranging from 26 to 38 metres, Ferretti Custom Line, brand of the Ferretti Group is proud to announce the launching of its flagship motor yacht Custom Line 124’. Measuring 38 metres, the Custom Line 124´ superyacht belongs to the planning category and is the third model of a series of 124 inch boats. She follows the launch of the Custom Line 112´ superyacht Next on 21st March as well as that of the luxury yacht Navetta 26 Crescendo on 20th March.

Third Custom Line 124´ superyacht

Third Custom Line 124´ superyacht

In the presence of the ship owner’s family and the top management, the launching ceremony, strictly organized in private, was held at the shipyard of the Group in Ancona with a traditional baptism during which a bottle of champagne was shattered on the keel.

The Ferretti Custom Line 124’ superyacht, which is 37,80 metres long and 7,35 metres wide, is the biggest vessel ever manufactured by the Ferretti Custom Line. The new flagship of the planing line, developed by Studio Zuccon International Project, the AYT – Advanced Yacht Technology, the naval research and design centre of the Ferretti Group and the team of architects and designers of the Centro Stile of the Ferretti Group, who worked in close collaboration. Ferretti Custom Line 124’ combines the experience in design and manufacturing, owned by shipyard, together with a look towards the future and it brings elegance, performance and highly innovative solutions harmoniously together on vessels of this size.

On the outside, the luxury yacht Custom Line 124’ features elegant lines, wide open spaces and large windows forming an exclusive terrace overlooking the sea. Inside, prestigious materials combine to form a customized mix based on the ship owners’ desires: a villa overlooking the sea with a master suite on the main deck and 4 guest cabins.

In addition, the 124’ yacht is equipped with latest domotics and entertainment systems, guaranteeing a unique experience on board. Her performance, provided by two MTU motors of 3510 mhp which allow her to reach a maximum speed of 27 knots, is of absolute value.

Not least, the latest solutions were used for on board comfort and the safety, for example the Furla.Net monitoring and boat control and the four Mitsubishi ARG stabilizers (Anti Rolling Gyro), which are exclusively installed on many of the Ferretti Group boats on the international market and which are capable of reducing the rolling of a vessel by 50%.

Lamberto Tacoli, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer of the Ferretti Group, commented, “I am always touched by the launching of the flagship of the Custom Line. 124’ is the top of the range for the Shipyard: a product of excellence in which innovation, personalization and technology are the key elements of this model but also of the entire Ferretti Custom Line brand.”

Karin Paggi, Brand Manager of the Ferretti Custom Line commented, “Custom Line 124’ is the top of the range for the brand, a product of excellence in which innovation and customization are the key elements of this model and the entire range. The flagship perfectly combines design, performance and comfort, offering ship owner absolute excellence in terms of elegance, performance and customization.”

Bertram Yacht moves to a new facility in Merritt Island, Florida

May 11, 2012

The Economic Development Commission (EDC) of Florida’s Space Coast is pleased to announce that Bertram Yacht, a legendary American yacht brand as well as respected builder of luxury sport-fishing yachts, will start moving from Miami, Florida to a new facility in Merritt Island, Florida in June 2012.

Bertram 800 Superyacht by Bertram Yacht

Bertram 800 Superyacht by Bertram Yacht

The new state-of-the-art boat manufacturing and marina facility in Merritt Island is situated on a 37-acre site which provides significant opportunity for future expansion of the Bertram brand. The property is conveniently located 45 miles from the Orlando airport and within minutes of the open ocean, making the location ideal for product testing, distribution and deliveries throughout Florida and the Eastern Seaboard. The new facility will use environmentally sound manufacturing practices including a low emission lamination process that incorporates infusion techniques to manufacture fiberglass parts.

“Bertram Yacht’s relocation will create more awareness of our state’s dynamic marine industry and make a very positive impact on the local economy,” said Gray Swoope, president & CEO of Enterprise Florida, Inc., the state’s lead economic development organization.

Moving the Bertram organization is a major undertaking. Relocation of the historic Bertram operating and manufacturing operations requires a unique convergence of financial, property and facility components to facilitate such a significant endeavor. The EDC worked closely with the Bertram Yacht to develop comprehensive proposals for state and local officials to obtain incentives which will assist in offsetting the cost for relocation and startup of the new facility.

“Bertram Yacht is a legendary brand and we are pleased to keep this company with a strong Florida history in the state,” said Lynda Weatherman, president & CEO of the Economic Development Commission of Florida’s Space Coast. “The company recognized the competitive advantages of a Space Coast location, particularly within our high-tech workforce. Bertram Yacht’s creation of new jobs is a positive step in mitigating the effects of our post-Shuttle economy. We welcome Alton and the Bertram Yacht team and we look forward to the company’s continued success and growth on the Space Coast.”

Bertram Yacht will relocate key management and production employees to the new facility, however, the new plant will also draw on the skilled labor force available in the Space Coast region, particularly those with experience in the marine and aerospace sectors, bringing more than 220 jobs to the region. The new production operation will also create significant demand for parts and services from local suppliers and contractors.

“We at Bertram Yacht deeply value our 50 years of history and culture in the state of Florida and are enthusiastic to remain in the state. We appreciate the EDC’s assistance and look forward to growing in an area with a highly skilled workforce that will help us build Bertram yachts that are so well known for hardcore saltwater sportfishing,” commented Alton Herndon, President of Bertram Yacht. “We also plan to bring many existing Bertram employees to Merritt Island to help establish our roots and keep the Bertram legacy growing,” added Herndon.

Bertram Yacht’s move to Merritt Island serves not only as a new foundation for the company’s future but brings to fruition the successful changes and the new strategy developed and initiated within the last two years by the Bertram Management team. The brand new facility will also be an opportunity to implement new production processes and systems to continuously enhance and innovate the Bertram model range.

The Ferretti Group, one of the world leaders in the construction of motor yachts, and parent company of Bertram Yacht, recognizes the tremendous potential for the Bertram brand and has made a significant investment and commitment to Bertram and the American manufacturing organization. “Bertram is one of the best known yacht brands in the world and we are fully committed to support the Bertram management team as we embark on a new era for this iconic American brand,” said Norberto Ferretti, Founder and Chairman of the Ferretti Group.

Bertram will complete the current models in production through the summer of 2012 and will begin relocating key models and production to the new facility this fall in preparation to launch the first Merritt Island built models in early 2013.

BERTRAM AND THE FERRETTI GROUP
Bertram is a brand of Ferretti Group, a world leader in the design, construction and sale of motor yachts with a unique portfolio of some of the most exclusive, prestigious brands in the nautical world: Ferretti Yachts, Pershing, Itama, Bertram, Riva, Mochi Craft, CRN and Ferretti Custom Line.

The Ferretti Group, founded in 1968, is led by Chairman and Founder Norberto Ferretti and by CEO Giancarlo Galeone, has always been at the very heights of the pleasure boating market due to constant product and process innovation, continuous research and development and cutting-edge technological solutions.

The Group is present in the United States through its subsidiary Ferretti Group America, which manages a network of Sales Centers specializing in the distribution and sales of the Group’s brands throughout the North American market, and in Asia, through a representative and promotion office in Shanghai.

Overall the Group is represented by an exclusive network of around 60 carefully selected dealers globally with a presence in over 80 countries, thereby ensuring valued clients receive the very best customer service and support in marinas all over the world.

The Group has always been at the top of the yachting industry, due to constant product and process innovation and continuous research in innovative technology solutions. The Group’s comprehensive portfolio of yachts include flybridges, runabouts, open yachts, coupe yachts, lobster boats, fisherman yachts, maxi yachts and mega-yachts that are designed by highly specialized technicians and engineers at the Advanced Yacht Technology (AYT) research and design center in close collaboration with the skilful team of architects and designers at Centro Stile Ferrettigroup.

The teams are constantly developing their internal expertise while working together with internationally renowned yacht designers and naval architects. As a result, Ferretti Group’s yachts have always been characterized by high quality, best-in-class safety features, outstanding performance at sea; together with exclusive designs and timeless elegance, which are unparalleled in the boating sector worldwide.

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

The largest number of Chinese Millionaires ever attracted by the 3rd Hainan Rendez-Vous

April 19, 2012

Receiving strongly positive reviews from sponsors, exhibitors and visitors alike, the third edition of the annual Hainan Rendez-Vous held on April 5th to 8th attracted more high net worth visitors, more yachts, as well as more ultra-lifestyle brands to the shores of fabulous Sanya City than did the two previous editions of the show. The four-day event generated billions of RMB in business.

Opening Ceremony at Hainan Rendez-Vous 2012

Opening Ceremony at Hainan Rendez-Vous 2012

The event was the biggest edition so far of the yearly show that attracts thousands of China‘s financial elites to the Riviera-like shores of Sanya.

Electronic ticket scanners counted 21,422 visitors entering the main fairgrounds where the event’s yacht show and ultra-lifestyle exhibition were held, of whom over 53% were specially invited VIPs. Some 967 holders of the show’s ultra-exclusive VIP passes attended the invitation-only business jet static display.

The elite crowd was matched on the exhibitor side by the world’s eight leading makers of business jets, dozens of leading names in the global luxury yacht industry, and ultra-upscale brands of real estate, supercars, haute joaillerie, watches and numerous other product categories.

Azimut Yachts at Hainan Rendez-Vous 2012

Azimut Yachts at Hainan Rendez-Vous 2012

Billions in Deals

Based on reports received so far, organisers are confident that this year’s edition generated transactions of several billion RMB.

At least twenty five yachts were sold on-site by show’s end, and that number will rise significantly as buyers and sellers continue negotiations in coming weeks.

Among aviation exhibitors reporting good news, Dassault Falcon sold one 7x during the show and said it was scheduling post-event demo flights for other potential buyers. Gulfstream likewise reported communicating with several serious potential buyers at the show and on the VVIP flights to/from the Sanya. Negotiations on several business jets initiated at the show will likely be finalised in the coming weeks.

Given the abundance of networking opportunities that Hainan Rendez-Vous creates through its gala dinners, parties and other social activities, as well as the media exposure the show brings, sponsors and exhibitors will enjoy continuous positive impact for months to come.

Oceanco at Hainan Rendez-Vous 2012

Oceanco at Hainan Rendez-Vous 2012

Ultra-Lifestyle World Showcased for China

With 208 exhibiting companies, the Hainan Rendez-Vous brought an even richer world of ultra-lifestyle experiences to its visitors this year.

Participating business jet makers used 34 flights provide private experience to and from Sanya for their most valued prospective customers, with thirteen of the planes later placed on static display.

A fleet of some 130 boats was about 30% larger than that of last year’s edition, which was Asia‘s largest yacht show for 2011. Not only were there more boats, but the ships themselves were larger overall.

Vessels over 30 metres included the 49m Lohengrin from US-based Trinity shipyard, Feadship‘s new 44m motor yacht Helix, the 50m expedition yacht Northern Sun which was berthed by the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, the 42m superyacht Star brought by YPI, the 33.5m luxury yacht Lady Gaga and 36.5m Muses superyacht from Horizon Yachts, and the 38.5m motor yacht Onyx by Sanlorenzo.

The Bugatti Veyron, the vehicle that has claimed the title of world’s fastest car, was among the big draws in the automotive section, along with the latest exciting models from BMW, Bentley, Rolls Royce and AMG.

The French government’s agency for international business development brought over a dozen of the nation’s renowned luxury maisons, including makers of customised catamarans, renowned foundries producing handcrafted metalwork, and providers of ultra-exclusive tourism experiences that were especially well received by Chinese visitors.

Luxurious superyachts on display at Hainan Rendez-Vous 2012

Luxurious superyachts on display at Hainan Rendez-Vous 2012

Social Event of the Year

As a gathering of thousands of China’s financial and social elites, Hainan Rendez-Vous is a highly anticipated event for its guests, who use the opportunity to network with peers from across the country at various parties, wine tastings, dinners and other happenings.

The 2012 Hainan Rendez-Vous included three gala dinners hosted respectively by Pernod Ricard, the show organiser and Chopard. Each dinner treated hundreds of guests to an unforgettable evening of sumptuous dining and lively entertainment. Evenings saw the piers of the yacht show aglow with light from the boats and the warmth of laughter, conversation and music.

Pernod Ricard had built a two-story VIP lounge by the water that served as venue for celebrations of the wine and spirits maker’s Elite Club members and other Hainan Rendez-Vous VIP guests.

Another centre of social interaction at this year’s Hainan Rendez-Vous was the ART IN HAINAN art exhibit inside the Visun Royal Yacht Hotel. Organised by artist and gallery owner Magda Danysz, this year’s exhibit featured works by eight internationally famous artists, including Maleonn, Claudio Colucci, the Leroy brothers, Liu Dao, Ying Yefu and Tian He. Three conferences on Art in Luxury, Corporate Sponsorship in the Arts, and The Art of Collecting were well received by some 250 guests and generated considerable discussion.

Among the celebrities attending this year’s Rendez-Vous were Miss Universe China, Luo Zilin, cosmetics entrepreneur and media personality Yue Sai-kan, and four-time America’s Cup winner Russell Coutts and Zhou Huimin.

Luxurious superyachts by night at Hainan Rendez-Vous 2012

Luxurious superyachts by night at Hainan Rendez-Vous 2012

Positive Reception

“This is the third year Dassault Falcon has participated in the Hainan Rendez-Vous and we were not disappointed,” said Jean Rosanvallon, president and CEO, Dassault Falcon Jet. “The number of attendees this year was impressive but the real measure for us is the quality of people we get to see during the many events.”

Mike Simpson of Simpson Marine indicated that his firm met clients and also sold two luxury yachts at the show. He said that Hainan Rendez-Vous remains “the best boat show in Asia”.

Bombardier released the following statement: “Hainan Rendezvous is a key event in the growth of business aviation in China and it is a great occasion to meet our existing customers and new ones.”

Marquis Yachts celebrated the opening of its new joint venture in China at Hainan Rendez-Vous, and Irwin Jacobs, president of the firm that owns Marquis, said his team sold eight boats at the show and would likely close on another five units in the coming days. Marquis hosted a party on the docks that drew about 200 people, just about all of whom were potential customers, Jacobs said.

“We are enthusiastic about the results achieved during Hainan Rendez-Vous 2012,” said Giuseppe Zecchin, Asia Pacific area manager for Ferretti Group. “HRV has become the most important event in Asia. We have already started to plan our presence for next year’s edition.”

“Chopard has been the Official Partner of the Hainan Rendez-Vous since the beginning in 2010. On the occasion of its 3rd edition, Chopard exposed some of its latest High Jewelley creations as well as a preview of the Red Carpet collection. I was delighted by my trip to China. The Hainan Rendez-Vous is a very prestigious event assembling top luxury products from different categories. I look forward to coming back next year!” said Mrs. Caroline Scheufele, Co-President of Chopard.

Delphine Lignieres, founder of the Hainan Rendez-Vous and CEO of the firm that organises the show, said, “I would like to thank our sponsors Chopard, Pernod Ricard, UBS, BMW and Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Sanya as well as all the exhibitors and partners, for making this 2012 edition an outstanding success.”

Ferretti confirms its leadership in Brazil exhibiting seven yachts at the 2012 Rio Boat Show

April 12, 2012

The Ferretti Group, one of the world leaders in the building of motor yachts, with an extraordinary portfolio of some of the most exclusive, prominent brands in the nautical world lands will exhibit at the fifteenth edition of the Rio Boat Show, held in Brazil from 12th to 18th April 2012 in the new evocative location of Pier Mauà, inside the port of Rio de Janeiro. Seven of the most spectacular crafts by Ferretti Yachts as well as Pershing will be showcased at this popular Show.

Pershing 64 yacht

Pershing 64 Yacht

The Group, represented by Ferrettigroup Brasil, will take part in the show with one of the largest stands on display, and six models of the historic brand Ferretti Yachts: Ferretti 530, Ferretti 620, Ferretti 660, Ferretti 750, Ferretti 830 and the superyacht Ferretti 881, showing the great variety of the range offered to the Brazilian market. The luxury yacht Pershing 64’, one of the most successful models of Pershing, completes this sampling of sea pearls.

This enchanting fleet confirms the leadership of Ferretti Group on the Brazilian market, due to its 20 years of activity in the country, characterized by the utmost quality. A role which further consolidated in June 2011, thanks to the official inauguration of the Ferrettigroup Brasil plant, close to São Paulo, with more than 600 employees and a production capability up to 120 yachts – measuring up to 83 foot – per year.

Ferretti-830-Yacht

Ferretti 830 Yacht

Furthermore, the Ferretti Group, is strongly committed in increasing its presence all over Latin America, in the key markets of Mexico, Venezuela, Panama, Colombia, and Dominican Republic. At the same time, the Group is developing a strong marketing action aiming at setting new commercial relationships in other countries where the interest towards luxury yachts in rapidly growing, such as Peru, Uruguay, and Argentina.

“The Rio Boat Show has been the most important nautical event for Latin America for years and Brazil is our reference market in this area. This is way we are so happy to be here, with an impressive fleet on display, seven of our most representative crafts” – declared Lamberto Tacoli, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer of the Ferretti Group. “Today Brazil is not only one of the leading economies at the world level, but also a country featuring a great nautical culture, with owners having a Mediterranean-like taste, who are increasingly showing their appreciation for our products. We are very confident about the project we started with Marcio Latorre Christiansen, we think that it will strengthen our leadership on the Brazilian market, further improving our sales performance.”

“This is the most important boat show of the year for Ferrettigroup Brasil. We are particularly proud of having seven crafts on display, the result of the work carried out along the years” further commented Marcio Latorre Christiansen, the head of Ferrettigroup Brasil. “We want to grow further in the country, exploiting the positive economic trend characterizing today’s Brazil, beside the growing interest for luxury goods of every day larger parts of the society. The consolidated presence of the Ferretti Group, with more the 20 years of activity in Brazil, makes us feel confident in our further and constant development in the near future.”

Ferretti Yachts to exhibit at Rio Boat Show 2012

April 06, 2012

Ferretti Group Brasil will exhibit from 12th to 18th April at the 15th edition of the Rio Boat Show 2012, the biggest Latin American nautical exhibition. On display at Pier Mauà in Rio de Janeiro will be the Ferretti 881 superyacht, Ferretti 830, Ferretti 750, Ferretti 660, Ferretti 620, Ferretti 530 and the motor yacht Pershing 64.

Superyacht Ferretti 881 by Ferretti Yachts

Superyacht Ferretti 881

FERRETTI 881
27m superyacht Ferretti 881 was designed by renowned Studio Zuccon International Project, in a partnership with the Ferretti Group Engineering Division. The impressive dedication to design has allowed for the inclusion of two large open view windows in the master cabin, increasing the space available for the bathroom and gaining an incomparable spaciousness and luminosity. The other three cabins can accommodate six guests in maximum comfort and privacy, each with its own bathroom.

Ferretti 830 Yacht

Ferretti 830 Yacht

FERRETTI 830
The design of the Ferretti 830 yacht is completely ground-breaking and uses four rectangular windows along with two lateral portholes for an open-view solution that assures optimal exploitation of external light. The interior, including a master cabin, a VIP cabin as well as two guest cabins, gives an immediate family feel, thanks to its valuable coatings of cherry gloss and highly accurate finishings.

Ferretti-750-yacht-Credit-Ferretti-Yachts

Ferretti 750 yacht - Credit: Ferretti Yachts

FERRETTI 750
22.9m motor yacht Ferretti 750 is a luxury vessel with a strong personality, created for an Owner who wants to have spacious interiors with a design as well as decor where warm tones and precious materials predominate, wide sun-zones and innovative solutions like the new design of the hull-windows to have spaces plunged in natural light. The vessel is featuring an inclination for classical style but with elegant, contemporary stylistic touches, coming from a passionate technical and aesthetical research made by the shipyard in order to obtain a “manifesto” of made in Italy excellence, a master of elegance that cruises the sea.

Ferretti 660 Yacht

Ferretti 660 Yacht

FERRETTI 660
At 19.96m, the luxury yacht Ferretti 660 is incomparable in terms of spaciousness and luminosity. A sharp and extremely aggressive external line with an innovative spherical window that extends from aft to the bow giving 360° visibility of the sea.

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Luxury motor yacht Ferretti 620

FERRETTI 620
Featuring spacious areas for socialising, both on the main deck and externally, the 19m luxury motor yacht Ferretti 620 boasts the lower deck which has two large guest cabins and a full-beam master cabin with large, open view windows, typically a characteristic of much larger yachts.

Ferretti 530 Yacht

Ferretti 530 Yacht

FERRETTI 530
The 16 meters long motor yacht Ferretti 530 delivers grand Italian luxury and cruising immersed in such comfort until now unheard of in a yacht of this size. There are three revolutionary innovations: the full beam master cabin with chaise longue and two large open view windows that make it a real suite at sea level bathed in light, tones and the natural essences of teak.

pershing-64 yacht

Pershing 64 yacht

PERSHING 64
20m Pershing 64 yacht is a great example of Pershing design and technology with all the space and luxury of a fly bridge yacht combined with aggressive open yacht contours and sports style performance. She has a modern, sleek design emphasized by single-stretch side windows and a highly versatile saloon on the same level as the cockpit.

Ferretti Yachts exhibits at four Spring International Boat Shows in the Asia Pacific Region

April 04, 2012

The Ferretti Group, one of the world leaders in the building of motor yachts, with an amazing portfolio of some of the most extraordinary, prominent brands in the nautical world, begins the spring season of international boat shows by participating at some of the most important events in the Asia Pacific region with a selection of the most prominent yachts in its fleet.

Luxury motor yacht PERSHING 92

Luxury motor yacht PERSHING 92

Until 1st April the Group was present at the ninth edition of the Phuket International Boat Show (PIMEX) with one of the largest stands of the show, set up in the prestigious Royal Phuket Marina, where, together with its exclusive dealer for Thailand Lee Marine, it displayed two of the most recent jewels of its fleet: the motor yacht Ferretti 720, of the Ferretti Yachts brand, and the Pershing 92’ superyacht, representing the Pershing brand; the latter vessel was the flagship of this year’s Show.

The two yachts were presented as absolute premieres for the Asia Pacific area, and the public had the opportunity to visit the yachts and perform sea trials on them, to experience first-hand the great quality that has always distinguished all the Ferretti Group models. Moreover, on 30th March the Group organised a special gala night for its Customers, prospects and the press, with the aim of introducing at best its two new pearls and showing once more how close the Group feels, and is, to its Owners.

“We are extremely proud to be present at the PIMEX and to present as premieres two of the most recent models in our fleet because we consider this event extremely important, not only as regards Thailand‘s nautical market, but also for all other countries in this area – explained Lamberto Tacoli, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer of the Ferretti Group.

Ferretti 720 Yacht

Ferretti 720 Yacht

“Over the last few years we have recorded a constant growth in the number of visitors from other Asian countries and other continents too, who chose Thailand as a travelling and holiday destination both for its pristine sea and for its accommodation facilities and excellent marinas.In order to meet such a growing interest at best, besides displaying the yachts representing the Ferretti Yachts and Pershing brands, we are also present at the Show with the Riva, CRN, and Ferretti Custom Line brands.”

The Ferretti Group will then take part in the third edition of the Hainan Rendez-Vous, which will be held from 5th to 8th April 2012 on the island of Hainan, in southern China: a charming location for a unique event which has by now become a real must for the leading world operators in the luxury sector. At this Show the Group will exhibit the luxury yacht Pershing 92’, the Ferretti 720 yacht, along with the Ferretti 550 and the Ferretti 660 of the Ferretti Yachts brand, also thanks to the support of its local dealer Speedo Marine.

For the Ferretti Group this year’s Rendez-Vous is even more significant, since it is being held only a few weeks after the launch of the new Custom Line 112’ superyacht Next – built for a Chinese Owner -, which will be berthed just on this beautiful island. The new hull in the Ferretti Custom Line range was indeed launched by the Group at the end of March at the Ancona shipyard: the new yacht will be available for the guests of the top-luxury Xanadu South China Sea resort, currently under construction in Hainan.

“Year after year, the Hainan Rendez-Vous is strengthening its role as a really unmissable event for the international producers of luxury goods all over the world, thanks to the constant extension of available exhibition areas, both ashore and in the sea, the growing prestige of the participating companies, and the world-class level of its visitors” – continued Lamberto Tacoli.

“Moreover, this show is increasingly strategic for our Group, which has been present on the Asian market for many years now: in 2004 we appointed a dedicated Asia Pacific Area Manager and in 2005 we opened a representative and promotion office in Shanghai, dealing with the development and management of the Customer and sales network. Our presence in the area has thus constantly strengthened over the years, with the creation of an ad-hoc team in charge of constantly monitoring this region.”

After the Phuket International Boat Show and the Hainan Rendez-Vous, the Ferretti Group will take part in two more leading international boat shows: the China International Boat Show in Shanghai, held from 19th to 22nd April 2012 – where the superyacht Pershing 92’ will again be on display – and the Qingdao International Boat Show, from 25th to 27th May 2012.

These will be two more precious opportunities to present in this strategic area the Group’s works of art created for the sea – the result of outstanding production skills combined with an unrivalled quality of details and guaranteed by the entirely Made-in-Italy processing and production process that has always distinguished all the Group’s yachts.

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