2011 September

News Archive

New Superior Jetty at Townsville Marine Precinct

September 15, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Marine berthing specialist Superior Jetties has completed a new mooring facility in the massive Townsville Marine Precinct, Australia. Fast tracked as part of Stage One of the $110 million commercial marine development, which is underway at the mouth of the Ross River, the project was completed for marine maintenance facility Rosshaven Marine. Catering for small... ... read full story

Majestic sailing yacht Mariette of 1915 maintains lead in Porto Cervo at Veteran Big Boat Rally

September 14, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The reign of sailing yacht Mariette of 1915 continues on Day Two of the Veteran Big Boat Rally in Porto Cervo. The 38 metre schooner leads the overall classification with victories in corrected time in both races held. Second in the overall classification is Moonbeam IV, Xavier Tancogne’s 35 metre Fife-built gaff cutter. Moonbeam IV... ... read full story

49m Sailing Yacht KAMAXITHA (ex The Spirit of Tradition) launched by Royal Huisman

September 14, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Dutch shipyard Royal Huisman launch the stunning 49 metre superyacht Kamaxitha, previously known as sailing yacht Spirit of Tradition project. ... read full story

2012-2013 America’s Cup World Series: Naples in Italy agrees to host two events

September 14, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Naples announce to host two venues of the America's Cup World Series in 2012 and 2013. ... read full story

Dometic Marine presents HVAC solutions at the 2011 Auckland International Boat Show

September 14, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Dometic Marine distributor, Whiting Power Systems Ltd, presents an extensive range of HVAC solutions at the 2011 Auckland International Boat Show. ... read full story

Oyster Group sets up Oyster Palma – Mediterranean Yacht Support Operation

September 14, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Oyster Group is setting up an operation in Palma, Mallorca to expand the services it provides to its clients. ... read full story

Mourjan Marinas partner with Marina Bacelona 92 to manage marketing and sales of Port Tarraco Marina in Spain

September 14, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Mourjan Marina has announced a new partnership with MB '92, a Barcelona based operator of marinas, to manage the branding, sales and marketing of Port Tarraco Marina. ... read full story

Lloyd’s Register Educational Trust-funded collegium provides innovative forum to find solutions for the carbon capture and storage industry

September 14, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

University of Southampton-based initiative combined students, faculty and the private sector. A collegium funded by the Lloyd’s Register Educational Trust (The LRET) has produced four technical papers that the authors hope will spur discussion and further innovation as industry strives to find solutions to the challenges of carbon capture and storage (CCS). A group of... ... read full story

Sauter Carbon Offset Design lowers fuel consumption in superyacht by 50% without any extra costs

September 14, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Sauter Carbon Offset Design created a great 160 Emac Dynasty Aerodynamic superyacht with reduces fuel consumption by 50% at almost no extra costs involved. ... read full story

Riviera to exhibit a range of yachts at the Auckland International Boat Show

September 14, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Riviera, Australia’s largest and most awarded pleasure boat builder has a hull of a good line up for the 2011 Auckland International Boat Show with nine boats on display ranging in size from 43 to 58 feet. ... read full story

Audi MedCup 2011 – Conde de Godo City of Barcelona Trophy: 2nd Day Update

September 14, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The second racing day of the Conde de Godo City of Barcelona Trophy and the Soto 40 fleet, which promises to be the strongest of the season, start racing today. ... read full story

Seakeeper welcomes Brook Streit as new regional sales manager

September 14, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Expanding its national sales force, Seakeeper named Brook Streit as regional sales manager for North America.  He will be responsible for generating business in the recreational market. “Brook’s great contacts and extensive industry knowledge will help us as we focus on the refit market over the upcoming months,” said John Kermet, Seakeeper VP of sales... ... read full story

Clements Marine attains RINA Certification

September 14, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Following just behind their recent success in attaining GL and ABS (ICE Class) certifications Clements Marine have now received RINA (Registro Italiano Navale) certificate of approval. The RINA approval came after inspections were carried out on site for a client and has been awarded for copper alloy castings (AB2 bronze) propellers, propeller brackets (P Brackets)... ... read full story

Awlgrip Hosts inaugural Yacht Management Symposium in London

September 14, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

A world leading manufacturer of yacht coatings, Awlgrip presented its inaugural Yacht Management Symposium in London on 31st August 2011. The one-day event included a series of open panel sessions and presentations from Awlgrip representatives, covering a range of areas including the development of products, technical service, paint quality and finish standards, as well as... ... read full story

Sparkman & Stephens New York Office Moves to Greenwich, Connecticut

September 14, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Sparkman & Stephens are pleased to announce that after 82 years of continuous operation in New York City, their New York design and brokerage office has relocated to Greenwich, Connecticut. Mention Greenwich, Connecticut, anywhere and chances are most people will have heard of it. It is the premier town along what is often referred to... ... read full story

Moore Stephens Yachting to present views on VAT issues relating to superyachts at the 4th Annual Superyacht Finance Forum

September 14, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Ayuk Ntuiabane, director of Moore Stephens Yachting, a leading provider of services to the superyacht industry, will present the firms views on current VAT issues relating to superyachts and their owners at the 4th Annual Superyacht Finance Forum on Tuesday 20th September, the eve of the 21st Monaco Yacht Show. Hosted by Marine Money International... ... read full story

e3 Systems opens new base in STP Shipyard Mallorca and launches new Training Facility

September 14, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

e3 are pleased to announce the opening of their new base in the recently refurbished RS Global Building inside STP shipyard Mallorca, the Balearics. e3 will retain its head office in Portals Nous but has moved its technical and stores facilities to the new building. e3 joins several other businesses inside STP to offer the... ... read full story

Horizon Delivers First PC58 Power Catamaran

September 14, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Horizon is proud to announce the launch of the first Horizon PC58, a highly refined and technologically advanced luxury cruising Power Catamaran which is designed, engineered and built to meet the demands of the most discerning cruising yachtsman.  The Horizon PC58 will make her debut at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, October 27-31, 2011.... ... read full story

30m Jongert 3000 M sailing yacht by Frers Naval Architects

September 14, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 30m Jongert 3000 M sailing yacht is a new sailing yacht measuring just over 30m that was developed in cooperation with Frers Naval Architects. The Jongert 3000M superyacht has a number of special features including a 360° panoramic view.  The yacht is to be built with an aluminium hull and superstructure and measures 30.75m... ... read full story

50m Jongert 500 LE motor yacht Bn433 by Azure Naval Architects and Guido de Groot

September 14, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Jongert 500 LE motor yacht is an exclusive superyacht measuring 50 meters in length. The new 50 Jongert LE 500 motor yacht was developed in cooperation with Azure Naval Architects and Guido de Groot and is characterized by Privacy, reliability, comfort and performance. The 500 LE yacht will feature an aluminium hull and superstructure.... ... read full story

Jongert present 50m Jongert 500 LE motor yacht and 3000 M sailing yacht at Monaco Yacht Show

September 13, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Jongert Shipyard presents two new models at the 2011 Monaco Yacht Show: the Jongert 500 LE motor yacht, an exclusive 50 meters long motor yacht, and the 3000 M sailing yacht that measures more than thirty meters with exceptional sailing characteristics. ‘Privacy, reliability, comfort and performance are the characteristics of these latest models’, says managing... ... read full story

Superyacht Elena and sailing yacht Mariette of 1915 shine in Porto Cervo at Veteran Big Boat Rally

September 13, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Porto Cervo, 13th September 2011. The first day of sailing in the Veteran Big Boat Rally 2011, organized by the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda from 12th to 15th September, brought sunshine, scorching temperatures and light easterly winds. Today’s coastal race of approximately 20 miles was won by the 38 metre schooner Mariette of 1915 who... ... read full story

Mulder Shipyard begins new yard construction

September 13, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Mulder Shipyard announces the start of the construction of their new site in Zoeterwoude Rijndijk. ... read full story

Two new members join the Design Unlimited team in UK

September 13, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Design Unlimited, the leading interior designer for production and super yachts, is pleased to announce two new appointments to its team based in the town of Fareham, on the south coast of the UK. ... read full story

Mandalina Marina – the first Croatian marina to hold 5 Gold Anchors

September 13, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Mandalina Marina becomes the first Croatian marina to be awarded five Gold Anchors by TYHA Gold Anchor Award Scheme. ... read full story

ICON 85M Britannia Superyacht by H2 to be presented at the MYS 2011

September 13, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

ICON Yacht will be display the new ICON 85m Britannia superyacht designed by H2 at the Monaco Yacht Show 2011, alongside the Hot Lab designed Icon 73m Milano Yacht. ... read full story

JFA Yachts will be present at the Monaco Yacht Show & Fort Lauderdale Boat Show 2011

September 13, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

JFY Yachts announce their attendance at the Monaco and Ft Lauderdale Shows, 2011. ... read full story

Benetti signs contract for 50m motor yacht FB801

September 13, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Italian superyacht builder Benetti have unveiled a new 50 metre superyacht series called the FB 800 series. The first superyacht of this series, motor yacht FB801, has already been sold to an existing Benetti customer and is due to be built by the Benetti shipyard. The 50m yacht FB801 will feature a fibreglass hull... ... read full story

Alcaidesa Superyacht Marina to open new boat lifting facility with a 70 ton hoist and service centre

September 13, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Alcaidesa Marina, the 600 berth marina located in the sheltered waters of Algeciras Bay and only ten minutes’ walk from Gibraltar airport, prepares to open a brand new boat lifting facility with a 70 ton hoist and service centre. The opening of this facility in November 2011 will add to the range of first class... ... read full story

Magellano 50 motor yacht by Azimut awarded Best Innovative Design by 2011 World Yacht Trophies

September 13, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Against the backdrop of beautiful Cannes, the awards ceremony for the 2011 World Yacht Trophies, an event that ushers in the season’s most important new offerings – was held last Saturday, 10 September. The ceremony was organised by the publishing group LuxMediaGroup and presided over by a prestigious panel of experts, which over the summer... ... read full story

Swan 90 Sailing yacht DSK Wins Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2011

September 13, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Danilo Salsi and his crew of the Swan 90 sailing yacht DSK, are celebrating an overall victory at this year’s Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup, taking first place in the Racing / Cruising division by a matter of 1 point on the final day.  A tight head to head between the Italian Swan, S/Y DSK and... ... read full story

Classic sailing yachts gather in Porto Cervo for Veteran Big Boat Rally

September 13, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The fleet of seven classic sailing yachts gathered in Porto Cervo, Sardinia for the Veteran Big Boat Rally, organized by the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda from 12th to 15th September, has attracted several curious onlookers, drawn not so much by the size of the fleet, but by the size of each individual yacht. With four... ... read full story

Tecnomar signs 3 new build superyacht sales contacts

September 12, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Tecnomar has announced they have confirmed 3 superyacht sales after finalising intensive negotiations that have taken place over the last two months. Tecnomar has finalized contracts for a new build Impero 45-metre yacht in steel & aluminum with delivery scheduled in 2013, a new build Impero 40-metre in aluminum with delivery scheduled in 2013 and... ... read full story

Devonport Yachts Ltd to refit 71.2m motor yacht Dona Amélia (ex. Haida G)

September 12, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Devonport Yachts Ltd (DYL) is excited to announce that the first Falmouth based project has just commenced at the Pendennis facilities in Falmouth. The impressive 1929 classic motor yacht Dona Amélia (ex. Haida G), sister ship to another Devonport project motor yacht Talitha G, arrived mid-August for a three month refit programme. Classic motor yacht... ... read full story

Devonport Yachts Ltd and Pendennis at the Monaco yacht Show 2011

September 12, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

For the duration of the 2011 Monaco Yacht Show which runs from the 21st – 24th September 2011, Devonport Yachts Ltd (DYL) will have representatives on the Pendennis stand QT 18. Details of the Devonport Concept Yacht OneTen will be available and the team will be happy to talk further about current projects. Pendennis’ most... ... read full story

Devonport Yachts Ltd to Rebrand as Pendennis Plus

September 12, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Following on from Devonport’s partnership with Pendennis Shipyard in early 2010 the company’s identity continued to develop. In early 2011, Devonport Yachts launched a New Website and Digital Brand. Over the past year Devonport Yachts Ltd (DYL) has continued to review its branding to consider its new location in Falmouth and move away from its... ... read full story

96m Motor yacht VAVA II (ex P55) Christened by Devonport Yachts

September 12, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The P55 superyacht VAVA II was christened by Devonport Yachts (rebranded as Pendennis Plus in 2011) on the 10th September 2011 in Plymouth. Yacht VAVA II (previously known as P55) is an impressive 96m yacht that is now in the final stages of construction at the Devonport Yachts superyacht yard. The 96m (314.96ft) yacht VAVA II... ... read full story

Overmarine premiere at the Cannes International Boat and Yacht Show 2011

September 12, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Overmarine Group, the Italian Maxi Open Yacht Builder, celebrated their premiere at the 2011 Cannes Boat Show held last week. Last year, they have decided to change their market approach and after being represented by an exclusive dealer for many years, Overmarine Group have chosen to market their ‘jewels’ – Mangusta Yachts – directly. Overmarine... ... read full story

34th America’s Cup – China Team exceeds all expectations

September 12, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

China Team exceeds all expectations under extreme sailing conditions and reaches 3rd place with two Chinese sailors on board. ... read full story

2011 Audi MedCup Circuit – Conde de Godo Barcelona Trophy Regatta – Practice Race Day

September 12, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

It is practice race day for the 52 Series, the prelude to Tuesday’s first race day at the Conde de Godo Barcelona Trophy Regatta, the finale to this year’s Audi MedCup Circuit. ... read full story

MYS 2011: Captains Dinner and Awards sponsored by Villanova Grand Marina – Barcelona

September 12, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Vilanova Grand Marina - Barcelona announce the sponsorship of the prestigious Captains Dinner and Awards, hosted by Fraser Yachts. The gala function will be held at the Yacht Club de Monaco on the 22nd of September. ... read full story

Riviera’s latest motor yacht models at the 2011 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

September 12, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The latest models from Riviera will make their American debut at the 2011 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show held in Florida from October 27-31.  The 52nd annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is the largest in-water boat show in the world encompassing three million square feet of space on land and in water over six... ... read full story

Feature: Luxury sailing yacht SCHEHERAZADE in Nova Scotia

September 12, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Luxury sailing yacht SCHEHERAZADE is a 47m (154ft) ketch built by Hodgdon Yachts in 2000. She was designed by Bruce King Yacht Design, Inc. with interior design by Andrew Winch Designs of London, England. Superyacht SCHEHERAZADE is a fast ketch embodying the skill and integrity of the ancient boat builder’s art. This luxury sailing... ... read full story

AIMEX and SYBA to launch Australia Unlimited brand at Monaco Yacht Show 2011

September 12, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Australia’s premier internationally focused marine industry organizations, the Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) and Superyacht Australia, are putting their joint weight behind a strong Australian presence at the 2011 Monaco Yacht Show this month. To ensure a high profile at this event, AIMEX and Superyacht Australia are launching for the first time to the... ... read full story

America’s Cup AC World Series Plymouth – Day 2 an epic day of racing

September 12, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Three capsizes tell the story of an epic final race in the Plymouth AC Preliminaries with winds gusting close to 30 knots (35 mph; 55 kph) across Plymouth Sound. The race course was pushed up close to The Hoe, and once again, the crowds on the hill were rewarded with thrilling racing just meters from... ... read full story

America’s Cup AC World Series Plymouth – Crowds out in force for opening day

September 11, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Big crowds in excess of 10,000 turned out to watch the first day of racing at the AC World Series – Plymouth, and they were treated to a display of excellent racing in challenging conditions. Emirates Team New Zealand won two of three fleet races to open the event. Not to be outdone, Russell Coutts... ... read full story

2011 Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup Concludes in Dramatic style

September 11, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 2011 Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup concluded in dramatic style with the completion of the scheduled programme for all classes. The verdicts are in. This year’s class victors are: Mini Maxi Rolex World Championship: Niklas Zennström’s sailing yacht Rán 2 (GBR); Maxi Racing: Sir Irvine Laidlaw’s S/Y Highland Fling (MON); Maxi Racing/Cruising division: Danilo Salsi’s... ... read full story

SP-High Modulus at Auckland International Boat Show 2011

September 11, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

SP-High Modulus, the marine business of Gurit, is to exhibit at the forthcoming Auckland International Boat Show from 15th – 18th September 2011. The Show is New Zealand’s biggest on-water boat show and will feature over 200 boats on display. Exhibiting at the show in Pavilion One, stand 121, SP-High Modulus – which supplies the... ... read full story

Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup: Third Day Summary

September 09, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The penultimate day of the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2011 was a mixed bag with light and shifty winds preventing the Mini Maxi and Wally classes from completing any windward-leeward races and the remaining divisions sailing a short coastal course. Niklas Zennstrom’s Ràn 2 (GBR), with Adrian Stead on tactics therefore remains in the lead... ... read full story

Sailing Yacht Hanse 78 Premium by Hanse Yachts

September 09, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

With nearly 60 Hanse 630s sold, Hanse Yachts is a market leader among larger yards producing premium sailing yachts. To expand on their passion and vision in creating luxury custom yachts longer than 60 ft, they recently created a Premium Class department. This has given Hansen Yachts the opportunity and confidence to introduce an even larger yacht – the Hanse 78 Premium. ... read full story

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