2011 May

News Archive

Genoa Yacht Charter Show 2011 – MYBA reports another successful year

May 16, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

MYBA -The Worldwide Yachting Association is pleased to announce the completion of another successful charter show in Genoa from May 2 – 6 2011. A total of 79 yachts were presented with standards and quality of the exhibiting yachts was exceptionally high with many brand new yachts having only just left the yard. The Show remains a unique opportunity for charter brokers to view charter yachts available for the season ahead. ... read full story

Axis Group Yacht Design opens new office in Shanghai

May 16, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Axis Group Yacht Design, an Italian design and engineering company, has opened a new overseas representative office in Shanghai, which will be based at the Jin Mao Tower, the fifth tallest building in the world. Axis Group Yacht Designs’ new Shanghai office will play a key role in better addressing the Asian market by offering... ... read full story

NISI Yachts to build second NISI 2400 motor yacht NISI 2400GT

May 16, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

NISI Yachts has been awarded a new contract to build a semi-custom NISI 2400 for a prominent Northeast American business couple. The couple commissioned their new build within weeks of first seeing NISI’s American debut at the Miami Yacht and Brokerage Show. ... read full story

Gulf Craft appoints new South East Asian Distributer for Majesty Yachts

May 16, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Gulf Craft, the leading builder of fiberglass luxury motor yachts in the Middle East and Asia, has appointed Eminence Yachting Ltd. to distribute the Majesty range of yachts and superyachts in Hong Kong, Singapore and the Philippines. ... read full story

Sea-Alliance Group launch superyacht crew recruitment division

May 13, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Sea-Alliance Group (SAG), the international maritime business, is undergoing significant growth and is now extending its offering to include Crew Recruitment as one of its many professional services. ... read full story

2011 ICOMIA World Marinas Conference in Singapore Exceeds Expectations

May 13, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

An exceptional, global audience gathered together over the last two days in Singapore’s Swissotel The Stamford for the 2011 ICOMIA World Marine Conference. Held in Asia for the first time ever, 270 delegates attended from far and wide with representatives from Korea, China, Thailand, India, US, Hong Kong, Australia, Europe, Middle East, South America and of course, Singapore. ... read full story

Riviera’s 61 Series II Flybridge motor yacht launched and delivered with 12 water skiers in tow

May 13, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

To celebrate the world release of the new 61 Series II Enclosed Flybridge motor yacht, Riviera hosted a pre-launch of the sparkling new vessel by towing 12 professional water-skiers the length of the Gold Coast’s Broadwater this morning. ... read full story

Swan 80 by Nautor’s Swan wins Best Production Sailing Yacht at Asia Boating Award 2011

May 13, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Nautor’s Swan has successfully fought off serious global competition this week to win the ‘Asia Boating Award 2011 for Best Production Sailing Yacht’ for the Swan 80 sailing yacht. The Asia Boating Awards are the region’s most established and respected event of its kind which annually receives entries from the world’s leading yacht manufacturers. ... read full story

Dubois Yachts appoints Toby Walker as Managing Director

May 12, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Dubois Yachts is delighted to introduce Toby Walker as the newly appointed Managing Director. Toby studied Law at Southampton Solent University before embarking on a career as a yacht broker. A mutual respect and understanding between Ed Dubois and Toby has grown while working together in the industry on a number of projects over many years. ... read full story

Dubois ketch Twizzle wins Best Custom Yacht at Asia Boating Awards 2011

May 12, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The 57.5 metre Dubois sailing yacht Twizzle wins Best Custom Yacht award at Asia Boating Awards 2011. ... read full story

Ed Dubois to announce the official launch of the Dubois Child Cancer Fund

May 12, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Ed Dubois, one of the world’s leading yacht designers, to announce the official launch of the Dubois Child Cancer Fund. ... read full story

54m Mariotti Yacht RAHIL Nearing Launch

May 12, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The 2nd 54 metre Mariotti Yacht series motor yacht Rahil is expected to be launched in 2011 from the prestigious Italian shipyard in Genoa. Rahil superyacht is a sistership to the already well known and striking Admiral 54 yacht Sea Force One. ... read full story

The 30 metre Superyacht Antares III yacht launched by Yachting Developments in New Zealand

May 12, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Yachting Developments New Zealand have now launched their sailing yacht Antares III superyacht in Auckland. The 100 foot / 30 m sloop superyacht Antares III – formerly known as project Meteor and Hull YD 69 – was designed by Bill Dixon, of Dixon Yacht Design, and her interior was created by Rhoades Young. The S/Y... ... read full story

The Superyacht ‘Michela’ yacht a MAIORA 27 is Launched

May 12, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The superyacht “Michela” yacht - a MAIORA 27 metre - was successfully launched on May 5th 2011, at the Viareggio Fipa Group shipyard in Italy. ... read full story

The customised LIMITED EDITIONS AMELS 180 Superyacht

May 12, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The Dutch superyacht builder AMELS are delighted to announce the sale by OCEAN Independence broker Jeroen Minnema of the first AMELS LIMITED EDITIONS 180 superyacht, as designed by Tim Heywood. Due for delivery in May 2013, the latest in the AMELS 180 yacht premium semi-custom range will measure 55 metres long, with a beam of... ... read full story

5th P130 Motor yacht Angara to be delivered by Horizon

May 12, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Horizon is scheduled to deliver its fifth P130 superyacht, “Angara,” to her new owners in Europe this summer – the 136ft superyacht will be shipped from Horizon in mid-May and arrive in Malta around June 5th. ... read full story

Quarterdeck Marina at Bitter End Yacht Club being refitted

May 12, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Work began on the new and improved state of the art Quarterdeck Marina at Bitter End Yacht Club shortly after Easter. The new facility is scheduled to be completed for a July 4th Grand Re-Opening, and replaces what was already one of the most popular boutique-style destination marinas in the Caribbean. ... read full story

2011 Rolex Big Boat Series in San Francisco

May 12, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

With San Francisco receiving extra attention from sailing fans courtesy of the America’s Cup, it comes as no surprise that the Bay will be bustling with additional activity this fall when the 2011 Rolex Big Boat Series gets underway. Scheduled for September 8-11 and hosted by St. Francis Yacht Club, the event is in its 47th year and shows no signs of slowing down. ... read full story

Amico Group launches Cantiere Amico Loano Superyacht refit yard

May 12, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Amico Group, an Italian superyacht refit specialist has opened a new mega yacht refit yard called Cantiere Amico Loano. The new 8,500sq m refit yard will be able to service, repair and refit yachts and superyachts from 8m-55m (26ft-180ft) and has a 550t travel lift. ... read full story

Camper & Nicholsons Marinas and BR Marinas in Brazil in cooperation agreement

May 12, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Camper & Nicholsons Marinas, global marina group, and BR Marinas, Brazil’s leading marina group, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to cooperate in the growth of luxury marinas in Brazil. The key purpose of the partnership is the development of C&N Marinas in Brazil, and in technology exchange and marketing cross promotion. ... read full story

Richard Sauter points to the Post Carbon Superyacht Future at RINA’s International Super and Megayacht Conference

May 11, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Richard Sauter’s Paper on Ocean Empire LSV by Sauter Carbon Offset Design – The World’s First Self Sufficient Zero Carbon Superyacht presented at RINA’s International Super and Megayacht Conference points to the Post Carbon Superyacht as the Wave of the Future. ... read full story

Oculus Technologies introduces the new 3D customised ‘YachtEye’ for superyachts

May 11, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Oculus Technologies is pleased to announce the launch of the latest addition to its YachtEye product portfolio. Combining the latest technology with state of the art 3D graphics, YachtEye is a technically advanced informative product that provides an impressive personalised digital onboard experience. ... read full story

Two new yachts in the Audi 2011 TP52 Med Cup Challenge: Rán IV and Container

May 11, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Lymington-based Green Marine, one of the world’s leading custom racing and high-performance cruising and superyacht builder specialists, has built and delivered two new contenders for the Audi 2011 TP52 Med Cup Challenge – yachts Rán IV and Container. Both yachts were designed by the renowned Judel Vrolik design office. ... read full story

The Royal Huisman 43m sloop Blue Papillon yacht

May 11, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Royal Huisman is working on building a modern 43 metre High Performance ‘beach deck’ sloop called sailing yacht Blue Papillon – a modern yet ageless yacht design from Germán Frers, with Rhoades Young being responsible for the interior. For superyacht Blue Papillon the concept “less is more” has been important in her conceptualisation. The focus... ... read full story

The Darwin 86 ft explorer yacht by Sergio Cutolo and Cantiere delle Marche is launched

May 11, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Italian shipyard in Ancona, Cantiere delle Marche, have launch the 26 metre Sergio Cutolo designed explorer yacht Darwin 86 with interior design by architects Floris and Veglia. ... read full story

Trinity Yachts deliver the 191′ Motor Yacht CARPE DIEM

May 11, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Trinity’s latest superyacht, the 191’ (58.23m) tri-deck motor yacht Carpe Diem, has been delivered to her owner, a repeat Trinity client. Featuring a 33’ (10m) beam—the second hull in the new series—Carpe Diem yacht's striking exterior styling represents a new design for the acclaimed builder, one which keeps the promise Trinity delivers to all clients: to build a yacht as specified by her owner. ... read full story

Cantiere delle Marche launches motor yacht VITADIMARE 3

May 11, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Cantiere delle Marche launch their first masterpiece, the Darwin Class 86 motoryacht Vitadimare 3 from their Ancona shipyard in Italy. ... read full story

New 100 metre Superyacht Concept yacht design by – Erdevicki Superyacht Design

May 10, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

New 100 metre Superyacht Concept yacht design by – Erdevicki Superyacht Design Ivan Erdevicki. ... read full story

Picchiotti Yacht EXUMA wins the Motor Yacht of the Year 2011 award

May 10, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Perini Navi group are very happy to announced that their 50 metre stunning Picchiotti Vitruvius Series Yacht EXUMA has won the "Motor Yacht of the Year 2011" and the "Best Displacement Motor Yacht of below 500 gt" award at the 2011 World Superyacht Awards. ... read full story

Motor yacht Domani launched by Benetti – A new Benetti Classic 121

May 10, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Motor yacht Domani, a new Benetti Classic 121’ was launched by Benetti in Viareggio on the 21st of April 2011. The new Benetti yacht Domani is part of the Classic 121’ series. The yacht, christened “Domani”, is the third project in which the owner put its trust in Benetti’s building experience. ... read full story

New marina consultancy team in Asia Pacific: Marina Projects Ltd and Mott MacDonald Hong Kong

May 10, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Marina Projects Ltd and Mott MacDonald Hong Kong team up in a new partnership which offers a seamless collaboration between marina consultancy and maritime – coastal engineering expertise. Marina developers and investors can now benefit from a comprehensive and unrivalled consultancy service available throughout the Asia Pacific region. Marina Projects and Mott MacDonald Hong Kong are fully committed to providing environmentally sustainable solutions to all aspects of marina design. ... read full story

Nespresso Cup 2011: Victory for Sailing Yacht Indio and S/Y Ryokan 2 in Portofino

May 10, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The second edition of the Nespresso Cup came to a conclusion in Portofino with Andrea Recordati’s sailing yacht INDIO delivering a near emphatic victory in the Overall Division to lift the stylish Nespresso Cup Trophy, whilst Philippe Ligier’s Wally yacht Ryokan 2 snatched victory from S/Y INTI in the Performance Division in the very final race. ... read full story

Nespresso Cup 2011 Day 2: Sailing yacht INDIO strengthens its position to claim trophy

May 10, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The battle lines have been drawn for the final day of racing for the Nespresso Cup tomorrow after today’s penultimate day produced only one race in the light conditions of Portofino. Andrea Recordati’s sailing yacht INDIO scored another victory to claim three wins from the three races so far in the Overall Division, and strengthen their position at the top of the Nespresso Cup overall leaderboard ahead of Y3K and S/Y Magic Carpet2. ... read full story

Bradford Marine Bahamas form Joint Services Arrangement with Pipe Welders companies

May 10, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Bradford Grand Bahama, Ltd, Pipe Welders Marine, Inc, High Seas Technology, Inc, and P&R Canvass, LLC are pleased to announce that they have formed a Joint Services Arrangement that gives Pipe Welders, High Seas, and P&R preferred subcontractor status with Bradford Marine Bahamas. Under this arrangement, they will be able to provide their high-quality products and services to yachts, superyachts and commercial vessels calling at Bradford Marine Bahamas' Freeport shipyard. ... read full story

Environmental Conference Champions Clean Sustainable Seas and Oceans

May 10, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Internationally renowned Environmental Organisations will be heading to the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy (WPNSA) on May 26th this month to partake in a ground-breaking environmentally based conference. The emphasis will be placed on ‘thinking globally – acting locally’ with the combined aim of championing clean and sustainable seas and oceans. ... read full story

Bellingham Marine awarded contract for upgrade of Westhaven Marina Auckland, New Zealand

May 09, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Renovation work is underway at Westhaven Marina located in downtown Auckland, New Zealand. The marina is replacing 106 of its berths with modern concrete floating pontoons. Bellingham Marine New Zealand was awarded the design/build contract for the project in December 2010. According to the company, crews arrived on site on March 13th, and the project is expected to be completed in July. ... read full story

Carlo Cafiero presents his new 90 metre Luxury Yacht Design

May 09, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Carlo Cafiero present another one of his unique superyacht designs, the new 90 metre luxury motor yacht accommodating up to 30 guest on board. ... read full story

The Nobiskrug Sycara V Yacht wins Best Displacement Motor Yacht of 60m – 84m

May 09, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The Nobiskrug Sycara V Yacht wins Best Displacement Motor Yacht of 60m – 84m. Nobiskrug are very proud to announce that the Sycara V yacht has won the World Superyacht Award in the category “Best Displacement Motor Yacht of 60m – 84m”. Superyacht Sycara V is the successful result of a team effort combining the... ... read full story

Holland Jachtbouw superyacht Calliope wins at World Superyacht Award

May 09, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Holland Jachtbouw have announced that their most recent motor yacht launch, the 42-metre superyacht Calliope, has won the World Super Yacht Award for Best Three-deck Semi-displacement or Planing Motor Yacht. The award ceremony took place in the suitably splendid surroundings of the Guildhall in London on the evening of May 7, where the management team... ... read full story

Dubois Wins at World Superyacht Awards 2011

May 09, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

It was a ‘clean sweep’ of award wins for Dubois at Saturday’s World Superyacht Awards 2011, as presented by Boat International Media. Dubois would like to congratulate and thank all those involved with these wonderful yachts. Sailing Yacht of the Year:  Sailing Yacht Zefira Best Sailing Yacht 45m+:  Zefira Zefira is the 7th Dubois design... ... read full story

Alloy Yachts bags 2 World Superyacht Awards for yachts Imagine II and Kokomo

May 09, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Critical Acclaim continues to flow for Alloy Yachts as two of the most recent builds, sailing yacht Imagine II and Kokomo, took home Awards at the Boat International World Superyacht Awards held last weekend. Sailing yacht Imagine II won the Neptune Award for Top Sailing Superyacht (30-44.99m). The 44.2m sailing yacht further consolidated Alloy Yachts’... ... read full story

America’s Cup to Revolutionize Live Sports Sailing Coverage

May 09, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Not widely considered an extreme sport, sailing is about to gain a new whole audience as the new America’s Cup reveals just how heart-pounding and dangerous the sport can be. Connecting viewers to the racing in ways not previously possible, the America’s Cup will transform the way people see the sport. With breakthrough graphics, athlete’s... ... read full story

The Vitters Lady B yacht wins World Superyacht Award

May 09, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The 44,7 m / 147 ft Vitters sailing yacht Lady B has been awarded with a Judge’s Commendation at the World Superyacht Awards Gala in Londen last weekend. The Dubois desiged Vitters built Lady B yacht has a spectacular interior from Rhoades Young and was one of the winners in the category “best sailing yachts... ... read full story

2011 World Superyacht Award Winners

May 09, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Last night in the heart of the City of London, the superyacht industry’s finest gathered in the magnificent surroundings of Guildhall for the most glamorous and anticipated event in the yachting calendar – the sixth annual World Superyacht Awards. ... read full story

Sailing yacht Zefira wins ‘Sailing yacht of the Year’ at 2011 World Superyacht Awards

May 09, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Fitzroy Yachts has enjoyed a very successful night at the sixth annual world superyacht awards thanks to their efforts in building superyacht Zefira. During a glittering gala evening attended by a distinguished guest list over 500 superyacht owners, their families, friends and senior members of the superyacht industry, sailing yacht Zefira built by Fitzroy yachts received not one but two prized silver Neptune’s for best sailing yacht in 45m + category and 'sailing yacht of the year’ ... read full story

Alloy Yachts receive TWO Awards at the World Superyacht Awards

May 09, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Critical Acclaim continues to flow for Alloy Yachts as two of the most recent builds, sailing yacht Imagine II and superyacht Kokomo, took home Awards at the Boat International World Superyacht Awards held last weekend. ... read full story

Sailing yacht Ameena re launched by Jongert – The First Jongert refit of 2011

May 09, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

After a refit Jongert Shipyard has recently re-launched sailing yacht Ameena, a Jongert 2900M-line yacht. In 2004 sail yacht Ameena designed by Tony Castro, received the prestigious ShowBoats International Award for the best sailing yacht in the category up to 40 meters in length. ... read full story

Nespresso Cup 2011: Day 1 serves up perfect blend of racing

May 09, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The opening day of the Nespresso Cup in Portofino, produced some close racing and magnificent battles in both divisions. “Racing today was good weather-wise,” said Nespresso Cup Race Ambassador Francesco de Angelis. “Sunny with a good breeze and we saw an interesting second race because there were some wind shifts which made it a bit more difficult.” In the Overall Division it was Indio (30.50m) that came out on top, winning both races despite the best efforts of Magic Carpet2 and Y3K to break their winning form ... read full story

Ninth annual American Superyacht Forum

May 09, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The biggest event in the American superyacht industry’s calendar, the American Superyacht Forum, is now just two weeks away. The three-day forum, which will be held at the Hilton Marina in Fort Lauderdale, runs from 16 to 18 May. ... read full story

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