The Antigua Charter Yacht Show in now in its 49th year, with over 90 yachts, 280 brokers, numerous international press and marine vendors attending each year. This is an event for the marine professional not to be missing. ... read full story
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Giraglia Rolex Cup: Esimit Europa 2 takes Line honours.
June 13, 2010
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The Yacht Club Italiano’s legendary committee boat, the Beppe Croce, had barely set the finish line when Esimit Europa 2 crossed over to take line honours in the first inshore race of the Giraglia Rolex Cup 2010. ... read full story
Colonna Yachts expand with new West Yard Marine Travelift Facility
June 13, 2010
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Colonna Yachts, a division of long standing Colonna’s Shipyard, Inc. of Norfolk, Virginia is pleased to announce a major expansion with the opening of the new West Yard Marine Travelift Facility. Situated on approximately ten acres, this new facility will accommodate the simultaneous repair of up to 15 megayachts and deep draft sailing yachts. ... read full story
Giraglia Rolex Cup: Day 1
June 13, 2010
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It was a long wait, but the Giraglia Rolex Cup eventually got underway this afternoon at 15.28 CEST after a long wait for the wind to fill in. When it did come, the wind was piping at 20 knots, with gusts of 25 knots, and the Yacht Club Italiano/Société Nautique de Saint-Tropez race committee put on a short fast race of 9 nautical miles, which Esimit Europa 2 (EUR) had the audacity to complete in a few seconds under 40 minutes. The rest of the fleet was at sea for a little longer enjoying a brief, productive start to the inshore series. Winners today include Container (GER) in IMA, Near Miss (SUI) in IRC A, Nusantara (FRA) in IRC B and Keonda II (ITA) ORC B. ... read full story
Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta Sardinia Porto Cervo, Italy – 12 June 2010
June 12, 2010
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During the race competitors saw the whole range of conditions from the start in light to moderate winds, while at the northwesterly turning mark of the course, deep into ‘bomb alley’, the wind was gusting into the 20s – challenging conditions for the crews as they hoisted their spinnakers. Unfortunately back to the south of Porto Cervo the sea breeze was attempting to fill in with the net result that the wind disappeared. First to arrive was the Performance Class who were left wallowing within sight of the line for 30 minutes as the Cruising Class caught up and joined them in the park up. It was only the latter end of the Cruising Class that were able to bring down the new wind, with Unfurled and Gliss allowing their momentum to take them to the line with Saudade squeezing through just ahead of them. ... read full story
Giraglia Rolex Cup 2010 – St.Tropez, France / San Remo, Italy
June 12, 2010
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Three days of inshore racing are planned as a lead up to the main event, the 241 nautical mile distance course that this year will take the fleet from Saint-Tropez to San Remo, via the fabled Giraglia rock. The day-trippers and holidaymakers of this part of the Côte d’Azur will have plenty to watch from the beaches and waterside restaurants over the next four days. ... read full story
New Sony Flexible OLED Display (rollable around a pencil) to Have Applications in the Superyacht Industry
June 11, 2010
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This amazing OLED Display technology will be a space and weight saving technology that can be used in superyacht interior design, lighting and entertainment as well as with yacht navigation systems. Other application of OLED will likely been seen not just in the yachting and marine industries but in almost every industry imaginable. ... read full story
Vripack turns her face towards the sun – Solar Superyachts
June 11, 2010
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Whilst the daily activities of Vripack consist of designing and engineering interiors and exteriors of luxury yachts, Vripack decided to take a dive into the innovative waters of alternative propulsion of superyachts by use of Solar Energy. ... read full story
The Canadian House of Commons Gives Motion To Recognize Recreational Boating
June 11, 2010
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“NMMA Canada and the entire boating community applaud Mike Wallace for his work and commitment to the recreational boating industry in Canada,” said NMMA Canada vice president, Sara Anghel. “Boating is big business in Canada and contributes a great deal to our nation’s economy as well as to the quality of life of Canadians. The motion affirms our government’s commitment to recreational boating and recognizes boating’s vital impact throughout Canada now and for future generations.” ... read full story
Sea-Fire Suppression Technology Moves into Middle East
June 11, 2010
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"Sea-Fire's line complements the markets and customers we already serve," said Solas management rep Tuan Hain Rajudin. "They offer good, effective products that are easy to install. Delivery time is excellent and the manufacturer is quick to respond to service requests." ... read full story
The yacht Esimit Europa 2 – Claimed the World’s Fastest Yacht – Launched in Cannes, France
June 11, 2010
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15 years ago, the Esimit Europa project symbolically connected border cities and regions and the idea that seemed utopian at the time became reality with the expansion of the European Union. Today is the time for a new dimension -- a Pan-European dimension. ... read full story
48 M Baiterek Yacht Launched in Russia
June 11, 2010
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Motor yacht Baiterek had her exterior design work created by a Ukrainian design firm called Proline, who also created the video below. She is a high volume superyacht with over 1160 m2 of living areas and she has a displacement of 420 tons. ... read full story
Yacht Banque Populaire Set New World Record
June 11, 2010
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The new sailing record is welcome as Pascal Bidegorry and his team have been looking at every weather opportunities to make an attempt on the Jules Verne Trophy since mid-November 2009. Despite this stand-by period, the Team Banque Populaire has not managed to find the proper conditions has thus decided to reschedule their crewed handed round the world attempt to next fall. ... read full story
Superyacht Magnifiq – New To The Luxury Yacht Charter Market
June 11, 2010
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Superyacht Magnifiq had her exterior lines is designed by Cor D Rover of Holland and her interior design is the creation of well known designer Luca Dini. Motor yacht MagnifiQ has been built from a light alloy material - for both her hull and superstructure - in accordance with RINI and MCA stipulations. She makes for a great charter yacht. ... read full story
Massimo iS: An Innovative Sailing Yacht Concept
June 11, 2010
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Mladen Milosevic, a Serbian industrial designer has revealed a new innovative 54.9m superyacht concept known as Massimo iS. This extraordinary superyacht concept is based on a computer controlled surface, which enables the owner personalize the deck space. ... read full story
Abby Sunderland 16 Year Old Solo Circumnavigator Found
June 11, 2010
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For the family of teenage solo sailor Abby Sunderland it was the best news possible - she had been found alive and well after fears she had been lost in wild weather in the middle of the Indian Ocean. But for 16-year-old Abby, who was attempting to better Australian Jessica Watson by becoming the youngest person to sail solo round the world, it was the end of that dream. ... read full story
Cor D. Rovers Triple Bridge Concept
June 11, 2010
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Cor D. Rover, a Dutch design studio specialised in styling of large motor yachts has developed and patented a new concept for yachts under 500 Grt. called the ‘Triple Bridge Concept’. The goal was to design a range of yachts from 33 –50m, under 500 Grt. offering owners and guests space normally found on much bigger yachts for less building, running-and manning costs. ... read full story
70m research vessel Golden Lion Yacht completes refit at the Balk Shipyard.
June 10, 2010
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The 70m research vessel Golden Lion has just received a complete refit at the Balk Shipyard in the Netherlands. Golden Lion a three-masted topsail schooner has the work carried out to EU Directive 98/18 on safety rules and standards for passenger ships. ... read full story
FIFA World Cup South Africa 2010 starts today.
June 10, 2010
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The most awaited soccer event, the Fifa World Cup 2010 will kick start in a grand opening ceremony held at the newly-renovated Orlando Stadium in Soweto/Johannesburg, South Africa. For those still looking for accommodation or extra entertainment during the event, there are still luxury yachts available for charter. ... read full story
Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2010 Day 2: Big breeze allows for a day of recovery
June 10, 2010
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After a breezy opening day of the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2010 that saw several boats returning to the marina off the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda with breakage, so strong winds continued to blow overnight and through into this morning when, after a 90 minute delay, Principle Race Office Peter Craig cancelled day two of racing at the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta. ... read full story
Korea International Boat Show opened on June 10, 2010
June 10, 2010
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The largest-scale marine conference in Korea will be held on June 10 at Jeongok port, Hwaseong city, Gyeonggi Province. A total of 200 participants including 100 foreign experts on marine leisure industry and people involved in the marine leisure industry will talk about the current status of the Korea’s marine leisure industry and directions for development under the theme of ‘Exploring Strategies for Asia’s Marine Industry Development’. The moderator of this conference is Tim Coventry from Britain, who is director of the International Sailing Federation and advisor to the Korea International Boat Show. ... read full story
Halyard Marine Ltd to export the largest silencer for a mistery vessel
June 10, 2010
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As boats of all shapes, size and function take to the seas this summer, UK based Halyard Marine Ltd is on a mission to ensure that peace can prevail on the water, by making noisy vessels a thing of the past. With its recent Queen’s Awards for innovation, and a global reputation for the custom manufacture of specialist marine exhaust systems, Halyard has just completed a sizeable order that will see some of the largest silencers ever made by the company being exported to a Nordic country for a mystery vessel. ... read full story
Iridium 9555 satellite handset with a new feature
June 10, 2010
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MCLEAN, Va., June 9, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Iridium Communications Inc. (Nasdaq:IRDM), the only provider of real global, mobile and reliable satellite phones, announces important new features for its Iridium 9555 satellite handset. ... read full story
Yacht Review: The Ideal Conference Superyacht SUNRISE
June 10, 2010
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Perhaps what is most unique aspect about the yacht is that there are very few luxury yachts in the world which can facilitate up to 96 charter guests as accommodated in 50 cabins. This essentially makes her a mini luxury passenger or cruise ship. ... read full story
Gary Ryland to join the team at e3 Systems
June 10, 2010
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e3 Systems is pleased to announce that on 8th June 2010, Gary Ryland joined their team as their Regional Sales Manager based in Antibes. He will be supporting their clients and partners between La Ciotat and Genoa and will be able to provide them with the complete e3 portfolio of products and services including their new and exclusive eVSAT Applications Platform, their unlimited e3G service and their eDSC Data Service Controller with the unique 3G roaming detector. ... read full story
Megayacht Silver Zwei attempting to beat her own speed, range and fuel economy records set on her maiden voyage.
June 09, 2010
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The megayacht Silver Zwei holds some great distinctions including being the world’s fastest conventionally powered motor yacht, and it is also the longest yacht made from all aluminum measuring in at 73 m (240 ft.). This super efficient M/Y SILVER ZWEI is now also attempting to beat her own speed, range and fuel economy records set on her maiden voyage. ... read full story
Lurssen Superyacht Phoenix Sold
June 09, 2010
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The 61m (200 foot) luxury megayacht Phoenix has been sold, following the launch of the new Lurssen super yacht Phoenix 2. ... read full story
Yachts Ganesha and Highland Fling enjoy big breeze in ‘Bomb Alley’ in the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta in Porto Cervo today
June 09, 2010
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Strong winds and Sardinian sunshine made for an exhilarating start to the yacht racing Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta in Porto Cervo Italy today. The race committee set a 30 nautical mile course in the south-easterly breeze, which was blowing 18-20 knots at the start. The wind gusted up to 35 knots later in the race as it funnelled through the straits which divide the rugged islands of Caprera and La Maddalena from the Sardinian mainland. Today, no one needed to ask why sailors call these straits ‘Bomb Alley’. ... read full story
The New Feadship F45 motor yacht Sirius
June 09, 2010
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Built by Royal Van Lent, the 44.65 m (146’ 6”) motor yacht Sirius epitomizes the benefits of the new custom concept. The exterior yacht design of Siius was developed by De Voogt Naval Architects with Sinot Design Associates, the mature and contemporary exterior profile is combined with the unmistakable timeless lines and well-defined curves of a Feadship. Among the many sophisticated details is the way the knuckle goes ‘through’ the large main deck windows to enhance the nautical feel. ... read full story
85 m yacht Alysia has been sold and is now superyacht Moonlight II
June 09, 2010
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The 85 metre motor yacht Alysia built by Neorion and launched in 2005 has been sold and she is now called superyacht Moonlight II. Motor yacht Moonlight II and will remain active on the charter market at a rate of € 695,000 per week. ... read full story
Livewire Connections launches “Spend Control” and “DNS Blocking”
June 09, 2010
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Customer focused, Livewire Connections is pleased to announce “Spend Control” and “DNS Blocking” as part of their latest software upgrade. “Users can be unaware that they are roaming or have an open data session and can soon find themselves using high volumes of data. Charges can accumulate rapidly, with no knowledge to the user until... ... read full story
Codecasa Launches the new Codecasa 45s Hull F72 named Framura 2 Yacht
June 09, 2010
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Another exciting launch has been announced from Codecasa today. The first CODECASA 45S Hull 72, named FRAMURA 2 yacht has been launched on the 5th of June 2010. This new fast motoryacht Framura 2, designed by Andre Bacigalupo continuing the famous open Codecasa 35s and Codecasa 41s lines, has a propulsion given by two waterjets KaMeWa 71 S 3 and one booster KaMeWa 63 B 3 and it is provided of three engines MTU 2400 HP each. ... read full story
Nobiskrug to build the new 85 metre NVC 85 Y yacht series designed and Powered by Rolls-Royce
June 09, 2010
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Nobiskrug designated to build NVC 85 Y yacht line of 85-meter Yachts Designed and Powered by Rolls-Royce. German shipyard Nobiskrug GmbH has been selected as the European builder for the yacht. Atlantic Yachts retained Rolls-Royce Marine to design and engineer the design, which has been designated – “NVC 85 Y”. Atlantic’s founder, Paul Madden, is... ... read full story
Audi MedCup Marseille Trophy to Set Off in One Weeks Time
June 09, 2010
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When the Marseille Trophy starts in one week’s time it will be the third successive year that the Audi MedCup Circuit has raced off the historic port which is a Mediterranean jewel. Emirates Team New Zealand (TP52 Series) and Puerto Calero (GP42 Series) lead the Circuit after the season’s first event. ... read full story
BlueSolar Panels introduces on the market by Victron Energy
June 09, 2010
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The use of solar panels has grown rapidly over the years. Unlike fossil fuels, the use of solar energy is environmentally friendly and a sustainable way to generate energy. Therefore, on June 7, 2010, Victron Energy introduces the BlueSolar Panels on the Dutch and international markets. ... read full story
Caterpillar’s Vision 2020 Strategy Unveiled
June 09, 2010
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Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) executives are unveiling the company's updated Vision 2020 strategy to employees, dealers, suppliers and shareholders, setting the stage for the next phase of the company's leadership and growth in the global industries it serves. ... read full story
Lloyd’s Register Launches New Training Scheme
June 09, 2010
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Lloyd’s Register has launched a new scheme aimed at helping training providers deliver courses to recognised standards that meet their clients’ needs. The new Lloyd’s Register’s Approved Training Provider Scheme is designed to approve both training management systems and specific courses, whether these are provided by an independent college or academy, or the training department of a shipping company or manning agency. ... read full story
Hemisphere 140 (42 m) yacht becomes the new project at MCP Yachts
June 09, 2010
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MCP Yachts is proud to announce the signing of the new yacht contract Hemisphere 140 yacht. This semi-displacement full aluminium motor yacht measures 42.50 metres and will become the largest yacht in South Africa. ... read full story
Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2010 starts tomorrow.
June 09, 2010
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Twenty-eight of the largest and most spectacular sailing superyachts in existence are ready and waiting in Porto Cervo for the start of the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta. Taking place in Sardinia from 8 to 12 June 2010, the regatta is set for a thrilling start, with moderate to strong breezes predicted for the first day. The... ... read full story
Prout PT 138: The World’s largest sailing trimaran taking shape
June 09, 2010
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Breaking records, Prout has successfully infused all three hulls of its innovative sailing trimaran, the PT-138, using epoxy resin at the yard in Zhuhai (China). When the Prout PT 138 is launched it will be the largest sailing trimaran in the world. ... read full story
Superyacht Senses completes refit
June 09, 2010
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Testbank, a Southampton ship repairer has completed a 1 million GBP refit of megayacht SENSES. The 59,20m (194' 2") motor yacht SENSES spent 3 months at the Testbank Ship yard. ... read full story
Superyacht Manifiq delivered by Mondo Marine to new owners
June 09, 2010
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The 40.5 m Mondo Marine Superyacht Manifiq was launched in May 2010 and last week she was delivered to her new owners who will cruise the Mediterranean in the 2010 summer season. The ceremony took place at Mondo Marine’s facility in Savona. ... read full story
The New ISA 630 Superyacht Kolaha’s interior by Patrick Knowles
June 08, 2010
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Yacht ISA 630 superyacht KOLAHA’s interior designed by Patrick Knowles has been described as “Key West-styled” and incorporates the clever use of natural materials with tropical influences such as bamboo, coconut shell and palm wood complemented with hand painted murals. The tropical influences are fused with sleek, clean joinery and contemporary furnishings. ... read full story
Avadesign reveal their latest 70-metre concept – New Diamond.
June 08, 2010
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Avadesign has revealed their latest 70-metre motor yacht concept NEW DIAMOND by Andrea Vastano.One of the main aspects of the design was to create a yacht that would be as “green” as possible, an increasing trend in the Superyacht industry. ... read full story
Two 50m Series megayachts from Christensen Shipyards commissioned.
June 08, 2010
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Two 50m Series megayachts from Christensen Shipyards named Perfect Pursuit and Deputy Dog have been commissioned ... read full story
Benetti launches 47 m Superyacht Imagination
June 08, 2010
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With the motor yacht Imagination of 47, Benetti inaugurated a new semi-displacement line, entirely made of aluminum. The first model, FB 501, has arrived to the yard in Livorno and now under completion to be delivered to her final owner in mid July 2010. Superyacht "Imagination" is to be considered as an evolution of the Golden Bay line designed by Stefano Natucci, who also signed the new 47-meter yacht. ... read full story
New to the Luxury Yacht Charter Market – Superyacht Blue Scorpion
June 08, 2010
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Superyacht BLUE SCORPION has recently joined the superyacht charter market. This Italian Baglietto is a 53m (173,9ft) steel displacement superyacht which was launched in 2006 and designed by Francesco Paszkowski and. Yacht BLUE SCORPION is now available for luxury yacht charters in the Western Mediterranean (France, Italy, Sardinia, Corsica, Sicily) and Eastern Mediterranean (Croatia, Turkey & Greece). She can accommodate up to 10 charter guests overnight and 12 whilst day cruising. ... read full story
America’s Cup to visit Newport, RI, the Cup’s former home
June 08, 2010
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BMW ORACLE Racing, the American winners of the 33rd America’s Cup, will bring the oldest trophy in international sport to Newport, Rhode Island, on Thursday, July 1, 2010. The iconic trophy will be on show at open-to-the-public events. Rhode Island, host to 12 of the 33 America’s Cup regattas from 1930 to 1983, and home to the America’s Cup Hall of Fame, will welcome the trophy and team representatives at a day of events celebrating both the heritage and future of the America’s Cup. ... read full story
Marco Yachts to Launch Three Super Yachts in 2010
June 08, 2010
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Marco Yachts, a Chile based Yacht builder, has recently turned their attention to building some large private superyachts of the expedition or explorer style. Marco Yachts has been in news for its unusually named super yacht Z, the superyacht GIN TONIC II and the 85 meter Super Yacht 231 by Ken Freivokh Design, which are presently under construction. ... read full story
McMurdo Ltd launches the brand new McMurdo SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX
June 08, 2010
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McMurdo Ltd, a company of the Orolia Group (NYSE Alternext Paris –FR0010501015 – ALORO) today launches its brand new NAVTEX Receiver, the McMurdo SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX. ... read full story
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