2010 December

News Archive

Mourjan Marinas IGY appoints new Marina Manager for Lusail Marina in Doha, Qatar

December 13, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Mourjan Marinas IGY, the developer and manager of luxury superyacht marinas and yachting lifestyle destinations, has appointed Simon Maree as its Marina Manager for Lusail Marina, its flagship project in Doha, Qatar. ... read full story

Super yachts Arrive in Phuket for Asia Superyacht Rendezvous

December 13, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Power and Sail Super yachts from around the world including megayacht Silver Zwei are streaming into Phuket, Thailand to attend the prestigious Asia Superyacht Rendezvous 10-year anniversary celebration, December 16-18, 2010. ... read full story

Sunseeker to launch Predator 115 motor yacht in January 2011

December 13, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Sunseeker International will launch their new Predator 115 and the Manhattan 73 motor yacht at the Tullett Prebon London International Boat Show, from 7-16 January 2011. The new yachts are exciting additions to the Sunseeker range, maximising internal space and combining exhilarating performance with luxurious design. ... read full story

2010 Phuket King’s Cup Regatta Review

December 13, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

With high winds bringing the 2010 Phuket King’s Cup Regatta to a slightly premature end participants were left toasting what has been one of the most competitive series of races in regatta history. ... read full story

ThyssenKrupp Steel new steelmaking and processing plant opens in America

December 13, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Following a three-year construction period, the new steelmaking and processing plant of ThyssenKrupp Steel USA and ThyssenKrupp Stainless USA in the south-eastern USA was officially opened in the 10th of December. ... read full story

WhisperPower introduces hybrid propulsion systems at Boot Dusseldorf

December 12, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

WhisperPower will introduce a complete range of hybrid propulsion systems from 5 to 250 kW at the Düsseldorf Boat Show, Stand 10F17. ... read full story

18th annual Boat of the Year (BOTY) award winners announced

December 12, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Topping this year’s list of winners for the 18th annual Boat of the Year (BOTY) awards in the sailboat industry were the Catalina 355 and the Discovery 50. The Catalina 355 won the Domestic Boat of the Year award, and the Discovery 50 was named Import Boat of the Year. ... read full story

Ferretti Group first in Showboats International 2011 Global Order Book

December 12, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Ferretti Group, a world leader in designing, building and marketing of luxury motor-yachts with a unique portfolio of the most prestigious, exclusive brands in the nautical world, ranks first in the 2011 Global Order Book 2011 noted as the most thorough and accurate analysis of the global nautical industry. ... read full story

Green Marine builds one of World’s largest composite rudders for Vitters Superyacht

December 12, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Green Marine one of the world’s leading specialists in advanced carbon fibre moulding techniques, has completed the build of one of the largest composite rudders ever made. The rudder was designed by Dubois Naval Architects for a 66 metre (216 foot) sloop, which is currently in-build at Vitters Shipyard in the Netherlands. ... read full story

Pershing 108 Motor Yacht to launch in January 2011.

December 12, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Pershing 108’ motor yacht, the new Pershing flagship, a Ferretti Group brand among the world’s leading manufacturers of high performance open motor yachts from 15 to 35 metres, has passed the electrical and mechanical tests in a test tank, leading it to the launching scheduled for January 2011. ... read full story

32m BMD 105 Raised Pilothouse Motor Yacht by Boksa Marine Design

December 12, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Boksa Marine Design, Inc. a full service design, naval architecture and marine engineering firm, will again aim their efforts toward the custom and semi-custom yacht industries with the release of a 32m Raised Pilothouse motoryacht concept. ... read full story

Cummins to build first manufacturing site in Turkey

December 12, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Cummins Inc. announced that it will break ground in early 2011 on a multi-phased manufacturing site at the Aegean Free Trade Zone in Izmir, Turkey. The Company plans to first build a filtration manufacturing plant and follow with a facility to produce alternators for its power generation business. ... read full story

Andrew Winch Designed Motor Yacht Sea Owl Delivered

December 11, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The latest yacht to be delivered nd designed by Andrew Winch Designs is the beautiful motor yacht Sea Owl. With a combination of classically balanced proportions and meticulous attention to detail by both the engineers and designers; Andrew Winch Designs and Burger Boat Company have jointly ensured that Sea Owl will be regarded as one... ... read full story

World’s Largest Superyacht Eclipse leaves Blohm + Voss

December 10, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The World’s largest superyacht ECLIPSE measuring 162.5m (533ft) has left the Blohm & Voss yard in Hamburg, Germany around one year after the megayacht was completed. ... read full story

122m Explorer Superyacht ALPINE by Christopher Seymour Designs

December 10, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Christopher Seymour Designs have released details on the Luxury Explorer superyacht design called ALPINE measuring just over 122m (122.55m/408ft). Motor yacht ALPINE was designed with exploration in mind and she will be able to travel to the hot and tropical locations ... read full story

John Ward joins Hatteras and Cabo Yachts leadership team

December 10, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Hatteras Yachts and CABO Yachts are pleased to announce that John Ward has accepted the position of senior vice president, global sales & marketing. Ward was most recently president of Boston Whaler. ... read full story

Cobra PhoneLynx system for yachts.

December 09, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

While many large yachts and superyachts have an onboard telephone system, most owners prefer to use their cell phones to communicate when on the water or at a marina. Now, the Cobra PhoneLynx™ system lets users make and receive calls on their onboard telephone using their cell phone signal and service. ... read full story

Ocean Signal appoints BUKH Bremen GmbH as exclusive distributor for Germany

December 09, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Ocean Signal has appointed BUKH Bremen GmbH, one of Germany's leading marine equipment suppliers as its exclusive distributor for the region. BUKH Bremen is a major exhibitor at the Boote Dusseldorf exhibition. ... read full story

GOST Launch GOST Australia

December 09, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Global Ocean Security Technologies (GOST - formerly Paradox Marine) has launched GOST Australia to distribute its marine security and vessel tracking systems in Australia. ... read full story

Azimut Eco-Yacht Magellano 50 Praised at The Catalan Boat Show, Barcelona

December 09, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Barcelona welcomed the Azimut Magellano 50 enthusiastically. The Magellano which has become a benchmark for sustainable boating throughout the world is constructed in line with eco-standards and materials and capable of providing a 13% saving in fuel costs thanks to a hybrid engine and the particular shape of its hull. ... read full story

Pendennis Apprentice wins Shipyard Apprentice of the Year 2010

December 09, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Tom Clegg from Pendennis has been awarded winner of the Queens Silver Medal by the Worshipful Company of Shipwrights as the Shipyard Apprentice of the Year 2010. This is one of the country’s most prestigious apprentice awards and has been presented to representatives from the ship building industry since 1945. ... read full story

Sailing yacht Zefira by Fitzroy Yachts

December 09, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Sailing yacht Zefira is the latest creation to sail out of Fitzroy Yachts New Zealand yard. Beautifully crafted and finished to perfection their craftsman have once again exceeded expectations. ... read full story

Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) Elects New Board

December 08, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX), the peak body for the Australian Marine Export Industry held their Annual General Meeting last month where the AIMEX board was elected. ... read full story

Maritimo Expands to Southern Africa

December 08, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Maritimo has further expanded their international Dealer network to southern Africa. Maritimo will deliver its first boat to the Seychelles off southern Africa in February. ... read full story

Countdown to Phuket International Boat Show 2011 (PIMEX)

December 08, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Phuket International Boat Show 2011 (PIMEX) promises to be the biggest ever, with already record interest in its exhibition space and in-water berths virtually sold-out. ... read full story

Burger Boat launches 43.3m (142ft) motor yacht Lady Gayle Marie

December 08, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Burger has just launched their latest superyacht, the 43.3m (142ft) motor yacht Lady Gayle Marie (ex hull number 508). ... read full story

Fitzroy Yachts’ sister company Fitzroy Engineering Group has new owners

December 08, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Fitzroy Engineering, a sister company of Fitzroy Yachts, a leading New Zealand luxury yacht builder has sold a 90% share of the company to Dialog Group Berhad in Malaysia. The sale becomes unconditional on 31st March 2011. ... read full story

ARC 2010 : Swan 80 sailing yacht Berenice receives Line Honours

December 08, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Italian Swan 80, Berenice, is celebrating an excellent end to the year after taking line honours in the 2010 ARC, with a passage of just over 14 days to cross the Atlantic from Gran Canaria to Saint Lucia. ... read full story

70th Annual Miami International Boat Show and Strictly Sail Miami 2011

December 08, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 70th annual Miami International Boat Show & Strictly Sail Miami one of the world’s largest boating events, returns Feb. 17-21, 2011, showcasing thousands of the newest powerboats, sailboats, engines, electronics and marine accessories from more than 2,000 leading manufacturers from around the world. ... read full story

Newcastle Shipyards to launch 54.87m 180 ft Newcastle 5500 superyacht Harbour Island

December 08, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Newcastle Shipyards, LLC of Newcastle Florida have announced the launch of its largest motor yacht, the 54.87M (180′) Newcastle 5500. When completed, the yacht will sit proudly among the top 10 largest built super yachts in the United States over the past 50 years. The Newcastle 5500 features styling and naval architecture by Murray & Associates, with interior design is by Claudette Bonville Associates. ... read full story

Viking Yachts December update

December 08, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

At the Viking plant during the last month of 2010 sea trials continue on a regular basis for a 82 Enclosed Bridge Convertible, a Viking 76 Convertible gets prepared for a four-color boot stripe along its waterline and a new 70 Convertible is prepped for delivery. ... read full story

World Match Racing Forum to close 2010 Racing Series

December 08, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Leaders of international yacht racing industry will gather to Estoril, Portugal, 14-15 December, for third edition of World Yacht Racing Forum, Yacht Racing Design and Technology Symposium and second International Superyacht Coatings Conference. ... read full story

Maritimo to unveil new M48 and M60 Series II Motor yachts at Sanctuary Cove

December 08, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Australia’s premier luxury boat builder, Maritimo, will unveil its sleek new M48 and M60 Series II Motoryachts at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show in May next year. The company will also display an enclosed version of its popular Aegean A55 and its new 440 Offshore Convertible with Volvo Penta IPS propulsion ... read full story

MS TÛRANOR PLANETSOLAR arrives in Cancún for the World Climate Change Conference

December 07, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The world’s largest solar-powered boat, MS TÛRANOR PlanetSolar, has reached the shores of Cancún, Mexico for the UNFCCC (United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change). ... read full story

6th Annual Future of Superyachts Conference 2011: Palma de Mallorca, Spain

December 07, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Staged just before the Superyacht Cup in Palma, The Future of Superyachts regularly attracts an elite audience of superyacht builders, designers, managers, brokers, financiers, owners` representatives and other senior industry figures, for 2 days of networking and debate. ... read full story

Grand Pavois Boat Show 2011: Bulgaria – City of Varna guests of honour.

December 07, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Grand Pavois International In-water Boat Show will be held from the 14th to the 19th of September 2011 at the Port des Minimes in La Rochelle, France. After Tahiti and her islands in 2010, Bulgaria – City of Varna will be the 2011 Grand Pavois guests of honour. ... read full story

Sailing yacht Christopher launched at Pendennis

December 07, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Sailing yacht Christopher, a 46m performance cruising ketch built by Pendennis with Naval Architecture by Ron Holland has been launched at the Pendennis Shipyard in Falmouth, Uk. ... read full story

North Sails to make sails for the MOD 70 series

December 06, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Multi One Design S.A. and North Sails are pleased to announce the beginning of a unique collaboration in offshore racing: an exclusive partnership over the 2011-2014 period. North Sails will supply the entire MOD 70 fleet for the Multi One Championship. A unique challenge for a unique multihull! ... read full story

VGD Open 90m Yacht Concept by Van Geest Design

December 06, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Van Geest Design, a specialist in luxury yacht design, project management, interior design and exterior styling have developed a new Open 90 yacht Concept which pursues the interior and exterior interactions on board, extending the living and lounging areas to the exterior in a terrace arrangement. ... read full story

MS TÛRANOR PLANETSOLAR on course to Cancún for the World Climate Change Conference

December 06, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The world’s largest solar boat, MS TÛRANOR PlanetSolar has set out from Miami and is on course for its next port of call: the World Climate Change Conference in Cancún. ... read full story

Mulder Shipyard to build second superyacht yard

December 06, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Mulder Shipyard in the Netherlands has announced that construction will soon start on a new yard. This second yard will cover an area of 7000 square metres and focus on the maintenance, refit and new build of yachts between 18 and 40 metres. It should be ready to start operations in 2012, with the first new yacht launching in 2013. ... read full story

Boat Asia 2011 set to make waves amidst Ocean of Opportunities

December 06, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Boat Asia 2011, South Asia’s largest and longest running boat show, will return for its 19th edition from 12th to 15th May 2011 at the beautiful Marina at Keppel Bay. ... read full story

Intellian moves to new offices and warehouse facility

December 06, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Intellian, the world’s technological leader in marine satellite antennas, has announced it has moved its U.S. headquarters and warehouse in Irvine, California to a larger location, and opened a new office in the Seattle metropolitan area. ... read full story

Liverpool Boat Show: Tall Ships to head the feature fleet

December 06, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Show organisers MIE today announced the fleet of Tall ships that will grace the Liverpool Boat Show next Spring in a glorious spectacle of maritime tradition. ... read full story

e3 Systems to sponsor Antigua Yacht Charter Meeting Welcome Party

December 06, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

e3 Systems are pleased to announce that they will be the main sponsors for the Antigua Charter Yacht Meeting Welcome Party on 6th December in Nelson’s Dockyard. ... read full story

Sunreef Yachts to launch new Sunreef 58 Sailing catamaran in 2011

December 06, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Sunreef Yachts is now launching its new model - the Sunreef 58. The first out of several ordered units will be delivered in March 2011. ... read full story

Ferretti Yachts at 50th Salon Nautique de Paris

December 05, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Ferretti Yachts, a historical brand of the Ferretti Group producing flybridge motor yachts ranging from 15 to 27 metres, confirms its presence at the 50th Salon Nautique de Paris to be held from 4th to 12th December. ... read full story

International Superyacht Society recognition for superyacht cadetship training

December 05, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Trinity House gained international recognition for its work this month as they were presented with an award by the International Superyacht Society for their contribution to superyachting through their financial sponsorship of cadets on the Professional Yachtsman Bursary Scheme. ... read full story

Tender for Motor Yacht Berkut by TENDER Shipyard SAS

December 03, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Yacht designer Philippe CABON has created a new shipyard specialised in tender construction for motor yacht, superyachts and sailing yachts called TENDER Shipyard SAS. One of the projects this yard is currently working on is a new 7.2m tender for the 53m Baglietto motor Yacht BERKUT. ... read full story

Global Telesat Communications launch Iridium based GeoPro Messenger for safety & tracking

December 02, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The handheld GeoPro Messenger offers two-way text messaging anywhere in the world via the Iridium satellite system and is now available from Global Telesat Communications, the experts in global communications systems. ... read full story

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