2010 June

News Archive

Superyacht Project Monarch Renderings

June 23, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

On the 18th of June, CharterWorld brought you news regarding Project Monarch Yacht that is to be completed by Delta Marine and Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation (Cat Financial). We have now received four renderings done by Jonathan Quinn Barnett of the exterior styling and interior design of Project Monarch which just arrived at Delta’s yard in Seattle for completion. ... read full story

Graff Diamonds to sponsor The Rendezvous in Monaco 2010

June 23, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

As dusk falls over Port Hercule, thirteen of the world’s finest and most recently launched superyachts are now berthed along the privatised Quai des Etas-Unis as their owners prepare for four days of first-class hospitality, glittering gala dinners and on the water fun at the twentieth annual Rendezvous in Monaco. ... read full story

Awlgrip Special Effect Topcoat (Awlcraft SE) at Monaco Yacht Show 2010

June 23, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Available in custom colours, Awlcraft SE is designed to work as one layer of a multi-part system where the Awlcraft SE imparts the colour and effect whilst the clearcoat provides a clear high gloss finish and protection. ... read full story

Garcia Yachts joins Allures Yachting with Allures, Grand Large Services and Outreme

June 23, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Garcia, the French based aluminium sailing yacht builder has now joined the Grand Large Yachting Group. This group already included the French yacht builders Allures and Outremer and now together with Grand Large Services Garcia completes the quartet. ... read full story

Lantic Entertainment Systems all-in-one TFY HDMI Screens at Monaco Yacht Show 2010

June 23, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

By removing the need to install a Lantic Entertainment Centre – the processing unit that acts as the brain for each zone in a system – the screens are ideal for mounting in cabins and other areas where space is restricted as well as offering a lower cost entry point into multizone, itegrated entertainment. ... read full story

The Blue Force Luxury Charter Yacht Released by Italian Police

June 23, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The superyacht Blue Force which was infamously seized by Italian Police - claiming the yacht was not for charter - have now released her back to her owner. Superyacht owner Flavio Briatore - the former Renault boss – has the 60-metre luxury yacht 'Force Blue' was seized a month ago. The Italian police have now handed it back. ... read full story

Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2011 dates now confirmed

June 23, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Following the resounding success of the third annual Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta organised by Boat International Media and Yacht Club Costa Smeralda the dates for the next edition of the event will be: 7 - 11 June 2011 ... read full story

CARINA Wins the St. David’s Lighthouse Division Trophy at the Newport Bermuda Race 2010

June 23, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Carina a 48-foot sloop designed by McCurdy & Rhodes, she won on corrected time under the Offshore Racing Rule by the very large margin of 3 hours, 35 minutes over Gregory B. Manning’s Sarah (Warwick, RI). In third place, seven minutes behind Sarah, was Belle Aurore, a Cal 40 owned by R. Douglas Jurrius (Easton, MD). ... read full story

BMF welcomes its new president Alan Morgan

June 23, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

he British Marine Federation (BMF) was pleased, yesterday to welcome Alan Morgan to Marine House as its new President. Alan Morgan is handed presidency of the BMF by outgoing President, Jon Eads CMM. During his time as President, Jon has led the BMF to a number of successes including securing amendments to the recently instated Marine and Coastal Access Act, maintaining a membership figure in the region of 1500 and strengthening both the PSP Southampton and Tullett Prebon London International Boat Shows, despite challenging circumstances. ... read full story

Pendennis appoints Helios Maritime Aviation for BRM courses

June 23, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

As part of its on-going development of the highest quality training facilities, Pendennis has appointed Helios Maritime Aviation to carry out Bridge Resource Management (BRM) courses for superyacht crews. Working closely with Pendennis, Helios has created the first BRM course designed specifically for superyacht crews. The two day courses are designed to take the entire superyacht crew through all aspects of safety, teamwork and joint and individual effectiveness. The courses include a variety of practical and theoretical activities, and use pertinent and recent case studies to pragmatically demonstrate and enhance the safe operation of a superyacht. ... read full story

Simrad Yachting indroduces the BR24PC Software Development Kit (SDK)

June 23, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Simrad Yachting, a leader in the design and manufacture of world-class marine navigation, autopilots, communications and fishfinding systems, has announced today its BR24PC Software Development Kit (SDK) for the commercial, military, marine and surveillance markets. Giving developers access to the Simrad BR24 Broadband Radar™ opens a wide spectrum of applications for land and sea. Approved third parties can obtain a license to the BR24PC SDK and create PC-based software that utilizes Simrad Yachting’s award-winning Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave (FMCW) radome technology. Potential applications include on- and offshore security, unmanned vessels, military (stationary and moving), river navigation, boundary surveillance, fish-farm monitoring and oilrig ship-docking management. Providing the opportunity for a user-friendly, real-time, fully-automated and integrated PC-based radar system, the BR24PC SDK is compatible with any off-the-shelf Simrad BR24 Broadband Radar. ... read full story

2010 International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX) entries being accepted

June 23, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) announced today entries are being accepted for the 2010 International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX) Innovation Awards, one of the marine industry’s most prestigious honors. The Awards presentation takes place during the show’s annual Industry Awards Breakfast on Tuesday, September 28 from 7:30-9:30 a.m. IBEX Innovation Awards are judged by Boating Writers International (BWI) in recognition of exceptionally innovative new marine equipment and processes in the OEM and aftermarket sector, and will be on display throughout IBEX September 28-30 in Louisville, KY at the Kentucky Exposition Center. ... read full story

Yacht Solemates II Now Available for Luxury Yacht Charter in the Mediterranean

June 23, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

This 60m Lurssen superyacht 'Solemates II' (rather that the alternative spelling Soulemates) is available for luxury yacht charters in the Western Mediterranean (France, Italy, Sardinia, Monaco) in the summer and the Caribbean Islands in the winter. ... read full story

Fitzroy Yachts to build Hull 16, a 50 metre Flybridge Sloop

June 22, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Fitzroy Yachts start work this month on Hull 16, a 50-metre Flybridge Sloop that will be ready for delivery in 2012. Fitzroy Yachts expertise, reputation for excellence and ease of doing business has attracted a key European client and sealed a major new yacht build for the New Zealand-based yacht maker. ... read full story

Ex presidential yacht Honey Fitz undergoing refit

June 22, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Ex presidential yacht Honey Fitz undergoing refit Built in 1931 by the Defoe Shipbuilding Company in Bay City, Michigan, motor yacht Honey Fitz is now undergoing a refit at Moores Marine in Florida as craftsmen return it to its former glory. John F. Kennedy named the Presidential yacht as “Honey Fitz Yacht”, after being elected as President of the United States of America in honour of his grandfather. ... read full story

Superyacht Florida renamed Motor Yacht BATON ROUGE

June 22, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

ICON superyacht project Florida has been christened BATON ROUGE. The 62.50 metre (205.05 ft) displacement motor yacht BATON ROUGE, (ex motor yacht FLORIDA) is the second of three superyachts in the ICON 62m range launched by Icon Yachts. Built as Project Florida, motor yacht BATON ROUGE has a graceful steel hull with an 11.40 metre beam and a draft of 3.50 metres. She was launched on the 27th May 2010. ... read full story

Superyacht Silver Zwei Singapore to ONE°15 Marina Club in Record Time

June 22, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

During Silver Zwei’s delivery voyage from Perth to Dubai last October, the vessel set an impressive record for speed, fuel efficiency and comfort. The yacht transited from Australia to the Middle East in 12 days at an average speed of 19.6 knots consuming less than 400 litres / hour, a testament to the design investment made into the vessels sleek eco-friendly hull and engineering systems. Long range crossings are achieved swiftly with fast transit speeds of up to 27 knots, and an extended 5500 nautical mile range without the need for bunkering. ... read full story

Alewijnse Marine Systems signs contract with Oceanco for electrical outfit of 85.5m superyacht

June 22, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Alewijnse Marine Systems has a long-established relationship with Oceanco, having worked together on a number of globally recognised superyachts including Alfa Nero (82m), Vibrant Curiosity (85.5m) and MS Sunrays (85.5m). As a strategic partner Alewijnse provides Oceanco with a comprehensive systems integration service based on quality, reliability and flexibility from concept to launch and beyond. ... read full story

Palmer Johnson To Show PJ150 Superyacht VANTAGE at the Monaco Yacht Show 2010

June 22, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The masculine interior of motor yacht VANTAGE features interior bulkheads and soles of rustic bleached teak, calming and soft to bare feet with deep navy dyed high gloss Zebrano accents and passage door inserts of Wenge tiles, bulkhead accents of carved Pine and Metal Composite panels adding sophistication. ... read full story

Doyle Sails Expansion in Sydney Australia

June 22, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Doyle Sails Sydney is to undergo a significant transformation with the announcement of a strategic partnership with Doyle Sails New Zealand and the re-opening of its Rushcutters Bay loft. The partnership will see Doyle’s presence in Sydney grow considerably enabling the company to give better service to its customers and to give its local customers direct access to Doyle’s patented Stratis laminated sails, developed and custom built at Doyle’s Auckland plant exclusively for Doyle lofts worldwide. ... read full story

Three new Trinity Yachts: Big Zip, Imagine & Mi Sueno

June 22, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Big Zip (142 ft.), Imagine (164 ft.) and Mi Sueno (190 ft.) are the most recent launches from Trinity Yachts to be equipped with Flushing Points from TRAC Ecological Marine Products. ... read full story

Superyacht Auctions Partner with Sales Agents

June 22, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Superyacht Auctions gives brokers and other sellers in the superyacht industry new opportunities to generate no‐stress and especially fast sales. ... read full story

Sanlorenzo launches Yacht MENTXU

June 22, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Sanlorenzo, the prestigious Italian Shipyard that for more than 50 years is focused on the production of motor yachts exclusively tailor-made to the style and requirements of each owner, has recently launched a new important boat of his fleet the SL100 New MENTXU yacht. ... read full story

Camper & Nicholsons Port Louis Marina to host Oyster Yacht Regatta

June 22, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Planning for the regatta, which will run from 11-16 April 2011, is already well under away, with Oyster's Liz Whitman working with the team at Port Louis Marina and the local Marine and Yachting Association of Grenada (MAYAG) to make this a really great event that will showcase the best that the famous 'spice island' of the Caribbean has to offer Oyster owners, many of whom will be visiting for the first time. ... read full story

The New Canados 100 Flybridge Motor Yacht

June 22, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Styled by Carlo Galeazzi, this new 31.8m composite yacht the Canados 100 Flybridge will have a very modern design and to reinforce a new look for Canados superyachts the usual portholes are replaced by squared and rectangular windows and the general colour scheme gives a nice sensation of drama. ... read full story

The new 60m Lürssen superyacht Solemates II yacht

June 22, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Superyacht Solemates II is the yacht name for the latest Lurssen launch previously called yacht project Katie Sue II. Lürssen's newest boat a 60m is motor yacht Solemates II which is currently undertaking sea trials off Germany before her official delivery to her new owner. ... read full story

Newport Bermuda Race: Sailing yacht Speedboat finishes first

June 22, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Alex Jackson’s maxi 100-footer sloop Speedboat finished the Newport Bermuda Race early Monday morning at 3:49 AM EDT. Finishing second at 6:25 was Il Mostro (Puma), a 70-foot Volvo Ocean Race boat sailed by Kenny Read, whose brother, Brad, was in Speedboat’s afterguard. Boat boats sailed in the Open Division for racing yachts with canting keels. ... read full story

Superyacht MYSTIC launched by CMB Yachts Turkey

June 21, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Superyacht Mystic is the first completion at the CMB Yachts yard and she is the largest composite yacht built in Turkey to-date. Yacht Mystic features an interior styled by Birgit Schnaase with accommodation for 10 guests in a master suite, two double and two twin cabins. ... read full story

Neil Wilson appointed at Fifth Avenue Landing and Marine Group Boat Works

June 21, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Neil Wilson was recently hired for the dual role of marina manager for Fifth Avenue Landing, LLC, a boutique megayacht marina located in downtown San Diego, and director of business development for Marine Group Boat Works, LLC, a superyacht repair facility located in Chula Vista, Calif. with a new location in Los Cabos.    ... ... read full story

Ocean Signal enters the marine communication market

June 21, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

A new name in marine communications has been launched specialising in the design and development of advanced communication and safety products. The directors of the company, Ocean Signal™, have brought together one of the most highly experienced teams in the marine communications industry. Individually they have designed and developed many of the market leading products and now, as Ocean Signal™, bring a fresh approach to communication and safety at sea for commercial, fishing and leisure vessels. ... read full story

Fuel tank testing for contamination completed by ValvTect

June 21, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Unfortunately, it is all too common for gasoline and diesel storage tanks at marinas to contain excess water and other contaminants, such as bacteria, algae and debris. These contaminants can be pumped into boaters’ fuel tanks and can cause an engine to shut down or permanent damage. The presence of ethanol gasoline and ultra low sulfur diesel fuel makes this situation even worse. To combat this problem, all Certified ValvTect Marinas must have their fuel tanks tested before they are allowed to sell ValvTect Marine Fuels and up to twice a year thereafter. This testing, plus special hydroscopic fuel filters that are required to be installed on all ValvTect Marinas’ fuel pumps, helps ensure boaters that ValvTect Marine Gasoline and ValvTect Marine Diesel are free of contamination. ... read full story

Cesme Marina now fully operational

June 21, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Cesme Marina, jointly owned by IC Holding and Camper & Nicholsons Marinas, located on the beautiful Izmir Peninsula in the Aegean, is now fully operational and open for service. Camper & Nicholsons Marinas is delighted to announce that - only eight months after ground breaking in October 2009 - this fantastic new, full service marina, situated on the west coast of Turkey is ready to welcome berth holders and visitors. ... read full story

The Lloyd’s Register Educational Trust funds emissions research at National Technical University of Athens

June 21, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The Lloyd’s Register Educational Trust makes new €1.5m commitment to support the marine industry in Greece. Lloyd’s Register’s independent charity foundation, The Lloyd’s Register Educational Trust (The LRET), has agreed to fund a research programme into shipping emissions at NTUA over the next five years – the commitment will be worth over €1,500,000. ... read full story

Riviera set to excite at the Sydney International Boat Show 2010

June 21, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Riviera, Australia’s most awarded pleasure boat builder will showcase for the first time in Sydney, the much anticipated new 43 Open Flybridge and will announce the company’s next exciting new model at the Sydney International Boat Show 2010 starting on July 29. Hard on the heels of the successful launch of the 43, Riviera is about its next model release which will be announced at the Sydney International Boat Show. ... read full story

OCEA Yacht France: OCEA Commuter 155 Superyacht and Classic 72 motor yacht currently inbuild

June 21, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The OCEA Commuter 155 motor yacht is designed by the naval architect office Joubert-Nivelt and has distinctive design features are a spacious saloon located behind the bridge and surrounded by full height windows, a panoramic gymnasium on the upper deck, a helicopter platform, and a yacht ice notation. ... read full story

MTN & Partners provide VSAT services to superyacht Eclipse

June 21, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

MTN Satellite Communications (MTN) announced today after successful sea trials of yacht ECLIPSE that it is the chosen VSAT services provider for the 557-foot superyacht Eclipse, the world’s largest yacht. The global service company provides communications, connectivity, and content services to remote locations around the world, with its partners Jetstream and e3 Systems to superyachts. ... read full story

Newport Bermuda Race: Speedboat leads Fleet

June 21, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

As expected because of her 100-feet length overall, Speedboat continues to lead the 183-boat fleet in the Newport Bermuda Race. At 14:35 EDT she was 125 nautical miles from Bermuda sailing at 13 knots. ... read full story

STX France and Norwegian Cruise Line sign the delivery of Cruise ship Norwegian Epic

June 21, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

On June 17, 2010, Norwegian Cruise Line and STX France signed the delivery agreement of the cruise ship Norwegian Epic. The vessel was ordered in September 2006, and the construction of the vessel started end 2007. Norwegian Epic represents the largest ship ever built in Saint-Nazaire shipyard. ... read full story

24m Atollvic Adventure superyacht Concept

June 20, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Dixon Yacht Design and Atollvic shipyard have announced that they will be collaborating on the building of the new concept, the Superyacht Atollvic Adventure. The concept, created by Dixon Yacht Design offers a fresh, new approach to cruising. The “hybrid” mini superyacht has been designed for long-term cruising and is a modern reinvention of the traditional motor sailor - rugged, yet stylish, with good performance under both power and sail. It is an expedition yacht with truly green credentials. ... read full story

Superyacht Moonen 133 by Rene van der Velden Yacht Design

June 20, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Moonen Shipyards have assigned a new Superyacht project Moonen 133 to Rene Van Der Velden Yacht. The long range cruiser Moonen 133 is the largest super yacht Moonen Shipyards has ever endeavoured to create for a private client. The luxury motor yacht will feature a wide range of amenities and toys, which are likely to be more than most of its counterparts and even the larger yachts. ... read full story

The 70m New Diamond Superyacht Design Project

June 19, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The New Diamond Superyacht Project is a series of four motor yachts sizes ranging in size from 70 to 85 - 105 - 120 meters in length. Yacht design "New Diamond 70" is the latest new studio work by AVADESIGN Yachts Projects Prato, as led by designer Andrea Vasto. The New Diamond Project 70 m superyacht was realized by the designer, James Edmund van der Merwe who has followed the development of graphic concepts and assisted by the architect and designer Andrea Cardinal Fabio Vasta, members of the study AVADESIGN. ... read full story

Champion New Zealand Sailor Neville Crichton & Team Yacht SHOCKWAVE Win the 2010 Giraglia Rolex Cup St.Tropez, France to San Remo, Italy

June 18, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

In previous yacht races, Neville Crichton from New Zealand has committed his best efforts to winning line honours and breaking the course record. Indeed he is the former owner of Supermaxi Esimit Europa 2, previously called Alfa Romeo. Crichton has won many yachting trophies including line honours in the last Sydney to Hobart and he has been a consumate patron of worldwide yacht racing for many years. ... read full story

J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race: Yachts Ready to Sail

June 18, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The last few yacht entries before the closing deadline of the Round the Island Race were always going to be an interesting bunch writes Peta Stuart-Hunt. Ben Ainslie, Shirley Robertson and Paul Goodison – all Olympic Gold medallists, all sailing stars and all in Cowes for the J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race starting – and finishing – tomorrow, Saturday 19th June. ... read full story

184 Yachts to Sail in Newport to Bermuda Race

June 18, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

It was a sight that can be found only in Newport. Sailors of every vintage – the tall, tanned, Fabio-looking crews of the carbon maxis, and the Topsider-wearing men and women with the requisite polo shirts – lined the street in front of the marquee at the Jane Pickens Theater for the Bermuda Race skippers meeting. Old friends were shaking hands, not having seen each other since the 2008 race. Wide-eyed newcomers were eagerly poking their heads inside the historic building in the heart of Washington Square. ... read full story

ICAP Leopard Supermaxi Race Yacht to Sail in Round the Island Race

June 18, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The supermaxi racing yacht ICAP Leopard, the 100ft sailing yacht owned by Helical Bar PLC chief executive Mike Slade, is currently preparing for the annual JP Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race. Fresh from her latest transatlantic record attempt, her crew are working hard to ensure that ICAP Leopard is in the best possible shape to take on Saturday’s classic 55 mile sprint around the Isle of Wight. ... read full story

New Diano Motor Yacht Crowbridge by Riva Trigoso Italy

June 18, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Superyacht Diano Crowbridge, a 30 meter motor yacht, is the largest yacht ever to be launched by Riva Trigoso, Genoa builders, a company of Gruppo InRizzardi. Yacht Diano Crowbridge is custom built from hardwood on an individualized basis as is Diano’s tradition. ... read full story

Getting ready for the launch of the H2X shipyard’s first Blue Coast Yacht maxi-catamaran Blue Coast 95’

June 18, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The H2X shipyard has been working on the construction of the first Blue Coast Yacht maxi-catamaran, the Blue Coast 95’. From the naval architectural firm of Coste Design & Partners, this exceptional vessel is scheduled for delivery by the end of Summer 2010. ... read full story

Project Monarch Yacht to be completed by Delta Marine with Caterpillar

June 18, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Combining the strengths of two long-standing American companies, Delta Marine and Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation (Cat Financial) are working together to complete Project Monarch. Construction of this 151-foot motor yacht began at Northern Marine in Anacortes and will be completed at Delta’s yard in Seattle. Cat Financial will be providing the financing for the project. Delta and Cat Financial have a long history of building strong, durable, reliable products and over the years, Delta has built hundreds of vessels powered with Cat® engines. This is another opportunity for these two companies to combine their strengths and build a quality American yacht. ... read full story

The 45metre n.48 Perini Yacht Fivea delivered to her Owner

June 18, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The Perini Navi n. 48, SY Fivea, 45 m aluminium sloop, has been formally delivered to her Owner Perini Navi Group, worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of blue water yachts, is proud to announce the hand-over of the SY Fivea, the 45m sloop launched on April 23th 2010. ... read full story

Giraglia Rolex Cup: St.Tropez, France to San Remo, Italy highlights

June 18, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

By sunset, which left the sea off San Remo in a smooth golden light, only 8 boats had crossed the finish line on the second day of the Giraglia Rolex Cup offshore race. ... read full story

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