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Horizon Delivers First PC58 Power Catamaran

September 14, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Horizon is proud to announce the launch of the first Horizon PC58, a highly refined and technologically advanced luxury cruising Power Catamaran which is designed, engineered and built to meet the demands of the most discerning cruising yachtsman.  The Horizon PC58 will make her debut at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, October 27-31, 2011.... ... read full story

Dometic Marine appoints Wes Oebel as Account Manager for Aftermarket Sales in the Western Region

September 08, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Dometic Marine, the world’s leading supplier of marine air conditioning and sanitation equipment has recently appointed Wes Oebel as Account Manager for Aftermarket Sales in the Western Region. Based in Seattle, WA, Oebel will have core responsibility for further strengthening sales as well as supporting aftermarket customers in the Western region. An engineering graduate from... ... read full story

Tide application for iPhone number one for New Navigation Apps

September 08, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

ChronGlobal Corporation a Miami Beach-based company, is the developer behind the ChronGlobal Tidal Chronoscope application for iPhone, one of the fastest growing paid iPhone applications. ChronGlobal’s application includes real-time monitoring of the tides via a sophisticated, virtual wristwatch featuring the current level of worldwide tides, along with lunar and solar position at the user’s location.... ... read full story

Discovery Yachts to showcase blue-water cruising yachts at PSP Southampton Boat Show

September 06, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Discovery Yachts will be showcasing the ultimate in blue-water cruising yachts at this year’s PSP Southampton Boat Show where they will be exhibiting the highly acclaimed Discovery 55 sailing yacht and the award-winning Discovery 50 Catamaran. Discovery Yachts will also be unveiling the designs for a stunning new blue-water cruiser, the Discovery 57 sailing yacht... ... read full story

The First Horizon PC58 launched – A 58ft power catamaran by Horizon Group

September 05, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The first Horizon PC58 motor yacht, a new model of luxury power catamaran has been launched by Horizon. With over 630 custom built luxury yachts to Horizon’s credit, the PC58 yacht is further testament to Horizon’s finest craftsmanship in the luxury yacht market. John Lu, the CEO of Horizon Group says, “We are all very... ... read full story

Oxford Investment Group Inc. acquires luxury yacht builder Sealine International

September 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Leading luxury British yacht builder Sealine International based in Kidderminster, UK, has announced that it has been acquired by private investors, led by The Oxford Investment Group,Inc. Selwyn Isakow, chairman of the Oxford Investment Group commented “we have been looking to enter the leisure marine sector for some years and it was important for us... ... read full story

IBEX present Green Marine Route

August 30, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The 2011 International Boatbuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) is entering into cleaner waters with the introduction of the Green Marine Route, a new component of the show for  eco-friendly and environmentally sustainable boating innovation. “As the marine industry has seen an evolution to new, more efficient, and cleaner building processes, methods, and materials, we felt... ... read full story

Palmer Johnson motor yacht Banyan receives Seakeeper gyros

August 23, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 31m Motor yacht BANYAN, built by Palmer Johnson in 1980 has undergone many changes and refits since her launch. In 2009, she was extended 4.3 m, repowered and completely refurbished, transforming her into a virtually new motor yacht. Recently M/Y Banyan added twin M7000A Seakeeper gyros, which have greatly enhanced onboard comfort and stability... ... read full story

John Wayne’s superyacht Wild Goose enters the National Register of Historic Places.

August 18, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

John Wayne's superyacht Wild Goose enters the National Register of Historic Places.

The US Department of the Interior has approved the nomination for actor John Wayne’s 41m (136ft) motor yacht Wild Goose, to enter the National Register of Historic Places.  M/Y Wild Goose was previously certified by the California Office of Historic Preservation and was deemed eligible for entry into the National Register because of her association... ... read full story

54.9m (180’) motor yacht Harbour Island launched by Newcastle Shipyards

August 18, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Newcastle Shipyards, LLC (Newcastle) is proud to announce the successful launch of its largest build-to-date, Superyacht HARBOUR ISLAND on 11 August 2011. Under the glow of a full moon, yacht Harbour Island entered the water to the roar of cheers from the employees and spectators. M/Y Harbour Island, Hull One of the Newcastle 5500 Series... ... read full story

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