The prospects for boot Düsseldorf 2011 are bright. The mood in the international watersports industry has perked up noticeably after a difficult 2009. The upward trend is reflected by lively demand for exhibition space. ... read full story
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Phuket International Boat Show 2011 (PIMEX): Riva to exhibit
December 20, 2010
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Riva – the boat brand favoured by celebrities such as Brigitte Bardot, Liz Taylor, Claudia Schiffer and George Clooney – will exhibit at PIMEX for the first time by recently appointed dealer Lee Marine. ... read full story
Saenz Yachts Motor yacht Antibes completed
December 20, 2010
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Super yacht Antibes, the latest 32m M/Y built by Saenz Yachts from the drawing board of Ed Dubois, Dubois Naval Architects has been completed. Yacht Antibes is the second yacht completed by the Saenz Yachts shipyard in Turkey, after the delivery of the 32m sister ship motor yacht X.O.S. ... read full story
Filippetti Yachts Launch Eco-Chic Series Navetta 26 Motor Yacht
December 20, 2010
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Filippetti launched the motor yacht Navetta 26, a RINA “Green Star Yacht” classed luxury boat that inaugurates the green collection of the Filippetti shipyard in Rimini, on December 11-12, 2010 at the Winter Season Gala ... read full story
Trinity Yachts Launch 57m Motor Yacht Carpe Diem (ex T047)
December 20, 2010
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Trinity Yachts have launched their latest superyacht Carpe Diem. M/Y Carpe Diem (ex Hull No. T047) measuring 189 ft. (57.6m) completed her sea trials on November 30 2010 just before a storm. Photo's of the Trinity motor yacht Carpe Diem will be released in due course. ... read full story
SanLorenzo and Rodriguez Group Sign Commercial Agreement for Sanlorenzo Superyachts
December 20, 2010
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Sanlorenzo, builder of a motor yacht fleet ranging between 62’ and 108’ and a superyacht fleet up to 200’, with facilities in Ameglia (La Spezia, Italy) and Viareggio (Italy), signed a commercial agreement with Rodriguez Group, to sell exclusively in the France and Monaco all the Ameglia built fleet, composed by six motoryachts and the Viareggio built fleet, composed by four superyachts ... read full story
MS TÛRANOR PLANETSOLAR to arrive in Cartagena, Columbia
December 20, 2010
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After successfully navigating from Monaco to Miami and from Miami to Cancún, TÛRANOR PlanetSolar, the world’s largest solar-powered boat, is scheduled to dock at the port of Cartagena, Columbia, today in the afternoon. ... read full story
The Spirit of Tradition Ketch (SoT) by Royal Huisman and Dykstra & Partners
December 20, 2010
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Dutch superyacht builder Royal Huisman is currently building a 48.97m (160.66 ft) sailing yacht called The Spirit of Tradition Ketch (SoT). The sailing yacht features naval architecture and styling by Gerard Dykstra & Partners and interior design developed by the Rhoades Young Design office. The yacht offers strong design references to the early working sailors like the pilot cutter and the Brixham Trawler. ... read full story
ISA Yachts sells ISA 500.03, the 3rd 50m motor yacht
December 20, 2010
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ISA Yachts have sold a third new custom-made ISA 500.03 motor yacht due for delivery in July 2012. The new ISA 500.03 superyacht is the third 50 metre motor yacht under construction at the ISA yard further confirming the success of this new ISA series. ... read full story
Bellingham Marine design Float System for St. Paul Island, Alaska.
December 19, 2010
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Bellingham Marine worked with General Contractor Dutra Dredging and the Central Bering Sea Fishermen’s Association to provide a small boat harbor for the local fishing fleet at St. Paul Harbor in the Central Bering Sea off the west coast of Alaska. ... read full story
34th America’s Cup: Work on AC45 catamarans moving ahead in New Zealand
December 19, 2010
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Work on the AC45 catamarans, which the Cup teams will use to race in the 2011 America’s Cup World Series events, is continuing at pace in Warkworth, New Zealand. The first AC45 is scheduled to be launched in the New Year, with others rolling off the assembly quickly thereafter. ... read full story
International Superyacht Coatings Conference 2010 Estoril
December 19, 2010
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The Second International Superyacht Coatings Conference organised by the Informa Yacht Group was held in Estoril on 14 and 15 December. A good cross section of the industry was represented. ... read full story
Global Ocean Race: CT SailBattens join as Race Partner
December 19, 2010
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The New Zealand-based, CT Sailbattens is now part of the Global Ocean race 2011-12 (GOR) Race Partner group. The company’s development has had a major impact on sail batten technology with exceptional results in the America’s Cup, IMOCA Open 60, Volvo Ocean Race and superyacht arenas. ... read full story
The Singapore Yacht Show 2011: Asia’s first Superyacht Show
December 18, 2010
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Singapore will play host to a fleet of sailing and motor Superyachts when the ‘Singapore Yacht Show’ launches from 8 to 10 April 2011 at the exclusive ONE°15 Marina Club in Sentosa Cove. This was officially announced today by event organisers Informa Yacht Group, who are also behind the world-leading Monaco Yacht Show, the Superyacht... ... read full story
COMPASS MARINAS REDCLIFFE OPENS MORETON BAY AUSTRALIA
December 18, 2010
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Redcliffe is a popular seaside destination situated on Moreton Bay in Australia with 22 km of coastline. Earlier this month, an enthusiastic boating public welcomed Redcliffe’s newest marina – Compass Marinas, Redcliffe. The Redcliffe marina is being developed by Peter Harburg, Director of Compass Marinas under the approval of Port of Brisbane and Department of... ... read full story
Yacht KOGO
December 17, 2010
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Motor yacht KOGO is an important 71,71m (235' 3") superyacht that combines a striking Tim Heywood exterior design with superior construction quality by Alstom and a wonderful Terence Disdale interior. Delivered in 2006, Yacht KOGO with a length of over 71 meters raised the standard for large luxury yacht charter boats with her arrival on the charter market. ... read full story
Lürssen Motor Yacht Hermitage Undergoes Seatrial
December 17, 2010
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The Lürssen 68m superyacht Hermitage was launched on Friday the 29th of October 2010. The megayacht Hermitage has now undergone her Seatrials off the German Coast. The 2010 motor yacht Hermitage was built by Lurssen, the German super yacht manufacturer, designed by Espen Oeino and features an Andrew Winch designed interior. ... read full story
Millionaire Fair in Amsterdam: Riva’s Aquariva Gucci Tender on show
December 17, 2010
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Riva, will participate at the Millionaire Fair in Amsterdam with its latest creation: Aquariva Gucci tender, a model customized by Gucci’s Creative Director Frida Giannini in collaboration with Riva and Officina Italiana Design, the design studio which created the original Aquariva in the year 2000. ... read full story
Benetti launch First Crystal 140′ motor yacht
December 17, 2010
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Benetti launched their First Crystal 140′ model of the new Benetti Class Range in Viareggio on Wednesday, December 1st 2010 amid enthusiasm and satisfaction for Benetti Shipyard. ... read full story
Feadship Motor yacht Go to attend Yacht and Brokerage Show in Miami Beach
December 16, 2010
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Following the successful appearance of the Feadship motor yacht GO at the recent Antigua Yacht Show, Feadship have decided to send superyacht Go to the upcoming Yacht and Brokerage Show in Miami Beach. ... read full story
Feadship Principal sponsor Asia Superyacht Rendezvous 2010
December 16, 2010
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Feadship is once again the proud, principal sponsor of the Asia Superyacht Rendezvous taking place from December 16-18, 2010, celebrating the 10th year anniversary of superyacht events in Asia. Recognized as the world leader in the field of custom-built luxury motoryachts, Feadship has continuously been at the forefront of innovations in both technology and design. ... read full story
Sunreef Yachts delivers its first yacht, the Sunreef 62 Sailing Catamaran (hull 33) to China
December 16, 2010
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Launched in August 2010 by SunreefYachts, the first Sunreef 62 Sailing (hull 33) was successfully delivered to her owner in Hong Kong two months later. The yacht was exhibited at the Shenzhen International Boat Show (SIBEX) in November 2010, after which she cruised to her final destination - the Hainan Island. ... read full story
Abu Dhabi Yacht Show (ADYS): Superyachts and Supercars set to Light Up Yas Marina
December 16, 2010
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Visitors to the third Abu Dhabi Yacht Show (ADYS) next spring can look forward to a double-header super-luxury event at the 2011 edition of the region’s only yacht show exclusively dedicated to the superyacht industry. Next year’s show, from March 24th – 26th at the Yas Marina, will be co-located and jointly promoted with the season opener of the FIA GT1 World Championship 2011 ... read full story
Motor Yacht AIR an 81 m Feadship Superyacht
December 16, 2010
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The Antigua Charter Yacht Show 2010 Chef Competition Winners Are:
December 16, 2010
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Every year in Antigua there is an important Chef Competition for the best food as created by the chefs on the dozens of charter yachts in attendance. The 2010 winners of the Antigua Charter Yacht Show Meeting Chef Competition in the Caribbean have now been selected. The list below highlights some very accomplished chefs and... ... read full story
Chef on motor yacht FATHOM wins Concours de Chef 2010 at the Antigua Charter Show
December 16, 2010
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Chef Brigitte Rosemann from superyacht FATHOM has won the 1st place at the Antigua Charter Show Concours de Chef 2010 in the Luxury Yacht Category. ... read full story
53m Pleasant Climate Explorer Yacht (PCE53) by Donald L. Blount and Associates
December 15, 2010
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The 53m Pleasant Climate Explorer (PCE) motor yacht concept by Donald L. Blount and Associates is an exciting project resulting from an investigation into the relationship between architecture and structure as related to lifestyle and environment. ... read full story
London Docklands puts Olympic 2012 superyacht moorings up for tender
December 15, 2010
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British Waterways is inviting interested brokers, owners, and ship’s agents to submit expressions of interest for superyacht berthing locations in the docks and waterspace it manages in and around the Canary Wharf and London Docklands during the Olympic summer period. ... read full story
The 70 Sunreef Power Sport Fish Catamaran by Sunreef Yachts
December 15, 2010
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Sunreef Yachts has designed a new version of the popular power catamaran, the 70 Sunreef Power, now available as a 70 Sunreef Power Sport Fish vessel with all the necessary fishing gear and a purpose-built fishing platform. ... read full story
Motor yacht D190 – “3 TIMES A LADY” Diana Yacht Design Series
December 15, 2010
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Diana Yacht Design has created a series of three beautiful yachts created under the working title "3 TIMES A LADY". This new series consists of three yachts in different lengths, each with their own design and specialties. After the successful unveiling of Diana Yacht 150 (D150), details of the Diana 190 (D-190) have now been revealed. ... read full story
Motor Yacht Fox Launch Thailand
December 15, 2010
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Tamsin Edenbrow, Director of Marketing and PR for Yacht Solutions sent the following statement regarding Yacht Fox: “Statement from the Owner’s Representative and Yacht Solutions Fox Launching Accident Due to reasons as yet unknown the 60 metre Motor Yacht “Fox” sadly partially sank as she was launched from the slipway at a Bangkok shipyard where... ... read full story
UltimateBerths: The ultimate portal for superyacht marina berths and moorings
December 15, 2010
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UltimateBerths.com has launched as the world's ultimate portal for connecting people who'd like to rent, buy or sell a marina berth or mooring. ... read full story
Diverse Projects and LOMOcean Design unveil 35m & 40m BP Motor Yacht Designs
December 15, 2010
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With the 32m luxury motor yacht BLACK PEARL nearing completion in New Zealand, expected to be launched on the 20th of December 2010, or soon after, Diverse Projects and LOMOcean Design have unveiled 2 new motor yachts which very obviously carry the Black Pearl’s genes, but are targeted at meeting new demands and emerging market trends identified by Lars Bjorklund and John Vitali of Diverse Projects. ... read full story
MDL’s Sant Carles Marina in Catalonia opens catamaran friendly Berthing Area
December 14, 2010
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Sant Carles Marina in Catalonia, MDL’s first Spanish location, has opened a fantastic berthing area designed specifically to easily accommodate catamarans in the Mediterranean. MDL is also offering catamaran owners the chance to enjoy berthing fees at the same competitive rates as monohull owners - with no additional surcharges for the beam size. ... read full story
Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous 2011
December 14, 2010
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The 2011 Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous will take place from March 16–20, 2011 in the beautiful setting of Virgin Gorda, in the British Virgin Islands, Caribbean. The Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous is open to motor and sailing yachts and superyachts of 80 feet in length and above. ... read full story
World Yacht Racing Forum: Continuity is Key to Success
December 14, 2010
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The World Yacht Racing Forum began today in front of 300 delegates and media from all over the world. Marketing experts discussed the growth of the sport and agreed that the lack of continuity is its main issue. ... read full story
2011 Panerai British Classic Week in Cowes
December 14, 2010
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The British Classic Yacht Club, with their event sponsor Panerai, have announced the dates for the 10th edition of the Club's annual Cowes regatta for classic yachts of all sizes. Renamed for 2011 as 'Panerai British Classic Week' next year's regatta in Cowes will run from Sunday 17th July to Saturday 23rd July ... read full story
Saudi Arabia Marina berths to increase by 50% by 2012
December 14, 2010
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The total number of marina berths in Saudi Arabia is expected to increase by 50 per cent by 2012 as the Kingdom continues its rapid growth in the leisure marine industry. An average of around 10 units a week will be added over the next 2 years to accommodate the nation’s growing leisure fleet and attract overseas boating tourists. ... read full story
Luxury 60m superyacht reported to sink in Tha Chin River, Thailand
December 14, 2010
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According to reports from the Bangkok Post, a 60 meter superyacht has sunk after it was launched into the Tha Chin River in Samut Sakhon's Muang district in Thailand on Friday. ... read full story
British Marine Federation (BMF) and Marina Industries Association of Australia (MIAA) form Global Marina Industries (GMI).
December 13, 2010
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British Marine Federation (BMF) and Marina Industries Association of Australia (MIAA) have reached agreement to form GMI (Global Marina Industries). This is seen as a natural evolution of work they have both been doing on marina training and certification in their own geographic regions but are now taking the opportunity to go global. ... read full story
Sunseeker International confirms Dometic Marine as Approved Supplier
December 13, 2010
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Sunseeker International has recently awarded Dometic Marine 'Approved Supplier' status in recognition of many years of providing exceptional support and service to its customers. Dometic supplies a range of products from prestige brands to Sunseeker's motorboats and yachts, including HVAC (heating ventilation and air conditioning), sanitation and galley equipment. ... read full story
World Yacht Racing Forum starts tomorrow.
December 13, 2010
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The long awaited World Yacht Racing Forum, co-located with the Yacht Racing Design and Technology Symposium and the International Superyacht Coatings Conference will begin tomorrow morning in Estoril, Portugal. ... read full story
J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race 2011.
December 13, 2010
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The Island Sailing Club (ISC) and J.P. Morgan Asset Management are busy putting together their plans to most fittingly commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the famous Round the Island Race in 2011, being held on Saturday 25th June. ... read full story
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