2012 April

News Archive

Yacht Club of Saint-Petersburg begins the 2012 campaign for the Swan 60 sailing yacht Bronenosec

April 17, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The Yacht Club of Saint-Petersburg has announced the launch of the new campaign for the Swan 60 sailing yacht Bronenosec by Nautor's Swan. ... read full story

Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race: Day 4 – One of the best racing days

April 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The fourth day of the Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race was according to the competing teams one of the best racing days thanks to the ideal sailing conditions with steady winds as well as clear azure skies. ... read full story

The Largest sailing catamaran in the world – the sailing yacht BLUE COAST 165

April 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The most advanced and exclusive luxury yacht Blue Coast 165 by Blue Coast Yachts and Coste Design is supposed to be the largest sailing catamaran in the world. This spectacular vessel provides outstanding sea capabilities and performance in whatever weather condition. ... read full story

Sailing yacht PUMULA (project Bugamena) launched by Royal Huisman

April 17, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Royal Huisman project BUGAMENA, now known as sailing yacht PUMULA has been launched today by the Dutch shipyard and is currently undergoing the sea trials in Holland. Superyacht PUMULA boasts naval architecture by Gerard Dykstra & Partners and interior design by Rhoades Young. ... read full story

Simpson Superyachts teams up with Blue Coast Yachts to promote the brand

April 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Superyachts has partnered with Blue Coast Yachts to promote the brand in Asia. Exhibiting on this year´s Singapore Yacht Show, the company is happy to able to work with Blue Coast Yachts, currently working on the world´s largest sailing catamaran yacht Blue Coast 165. ... read full story

Mallorca´s Portals Nautical Weekend, May 26-28, 2012

April 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Portals Nautical Weekend, taking place in the beautiful Spanish yacht charter destination - Palma de Mallorca, from May 26-28, 2012 will host a large number of yachts on display in the luxury marina, Puerto Portals. ... read full story

37m Incat Crowther catamaran yacht PHATSARA launched by Silkline International

April 17, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

37m luxury superyacht Phatsara, designed by Incat Crowther, has been successfully launched and sea-trialled by the Thai shipyard Silkline International. Phatsara catamaran offers accommodation in 5 spacious cabins to a maximum number of 13 guests on board. ... read full story

36.9m motor yacht OCEAN ALEXANDER 120 by Ocean Alexander Yachts and Christensen Shipyards

April 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Evan K. Marshall designed 36.9m luxury motor yacht OCEAN ALEXANDER 120 by Ocean Alexander Yachts and Christensen Shipyards is a magnificent three-deck vessel, providing luxurious and comfortable accommodation for 10 guests in 5 lovely staterooms. Created with charters in mind, the vessel offers vast amount of storage. It will be presented for the very first time at the 2012 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show. ... read full story

UK Government launches its first marine industries showcase

April 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

UK Government launched yesterday its first marine industries showcase, celebrating the UK marine industry through five key themes, comprising leisure, naval, marine energy, commercial and marine science. The superyacht industry was well represented by Pendennis as well as Fairline. ... read full story

Relaunched and relocated Marina Equipment Pavilion at METS 2012

April 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Relaunched and relocated Marina Pavilion at METS 2012, taking place from November 13-15, will boast its own adjacent seminar theatre, the Marina Stage with bar and free catering for pavilion exhibitors and their guests. ... read full story

The first Codecasa 50s open superyacht hull C 120 due to be completed in 2013

April 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The first Codecasa 50s open motor yacht hull C 120 is currently in build by the prestigious Italian shipyard Codecasa, following the Codecasa 45s superyacht FRAMURA 2. This fabulous vessel will provide 6 beautiful cabins, including an Owner’s Cabin, 1 VIP Cabin, 1 Double Bed Guest cabin as well as 3 Twin Bed cabins. ... read full story

2012 Progressive Insurance Chicago In-Water Boat Show

April 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 1st Annual Progressive Insurance Chicago In-Water Boat Show, running from June 7 to 10, 2012 is the midwest´s largest in-water boat show and the only on-water event organised by Chicago in June, with more than 100 boats on display. ... read full story

Fast Track Sailing to establish Yacht Club of Saint-Petersburg in Russia as a world renowned yachting hub

April 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Yacht Club of Saint-Petersburg in Russia has appointed the Fast Track Sailing - an international sports agency - to establish the club as a world renowned yachting hub by developing sailing as a national sport in Russia. ... read full story

Over 150 yachting professionals to attend the 4th Asia-Pacific Superyacht Conference

April 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

International participants will attend the 4th Asia-Pacific Superyacht Conference, taking place at ONE 15 Marina Club from the 25th – 26th April, to discuss the issues as well as opportunities in the world’s most exciting emerging superyacht cruising and building destination. ... read full story

Act 2 of the 2012 Extreme Sailing Series™ in China to start today

April 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Four days of racing for Act 2 of the 2012 Extreme Sailing Series in Qingdao in China, starts today with 9 teams fighting for the Double Star Cup. SAP AG announced sponsorship of the Danish team and Wildcard entry ‘China Team’ confirmed interest in future events. ... read full story

4th Les Voiles de St Barth dates: 8-13 April, 2013

April 16, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Dates for the 2013 Les Voiles De St Barth have been announced today, with the 4th popular Caribbean race being scheduled for 8-13 April, next year. ... read full story

Marine Industry Cares Foundations 4th Spin-A-Thon: 20th April, Ft Lauderdale

April 16, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Marine Industry Cares Foundation's 4th Spin-A-Thon, to be held on the 20th April, 2012 is organised to raise donations for the Children's Diagnostic and Treatment, and Kids In Distress organisations. ... read full story

Luxury charter yacht Barracuda Red Sea available for charter in the Eastern Mediterranean this Summer

April 16, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Motor Yacht Barracuda Red Sea is an excellent, elegant and luxurious vessel, with great outdoor spaces, available for charter vacations around the popular Eastern Mediterranean countries: Croatia, Greece and Turkey. Superyacht Barracuda Red Sea sleeps 12+ 1 charter guests in 6 comfortable cabins. ... read full story

Visit Sunreef Yachts at the 2012 Croatia Boat Show: 17-22 April

April 16, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Sunreef Yachts, the prestigious luxury catamaran builder, will be present at this year's Croatia Boat Show, to take place from the 17th until the 22nd of April. ... read full story

Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race: Day 3 – Teams enjoy best racing conditions

April 16, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

On the third day of the Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race, the fleet enjoyed the California winds to their best advantage. The 68ft yachts gathered yesterday on an offshore track with the exception of New York, who had prefered to play the local breezes and currents close inshore, as well as Geraldton Western Australia, who were the furthest offshore to the west. ... read full story

2012 PalmaVela yacht regatta to welcome 110 entrants

April 16, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

2012 PalmaVela yacht regatta, running from April 18 to 22, in Palma de Mallorca, is expected to welcome 110 entrants from more than 15 countries. The Swan entries, competing under IRC ratings, will race in the Maxi Racer, Mini Maxi as well as ORC classes. ... read full story

Britannia Corporate Events invests in Port Hamble Marina

April 16, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

One of the leading marine leisure event companies in the UK, Britannia Corporate Events, has invested in a brand new events facility in the centre of the prestigious Port Hamble Marina in Hampshire. Britannia will move from its existing offices in the marina to a new event facility at No.1 Waterside Buildings. ... read full story

Team Luna Rossa wins the Naples AC World Series

April 16, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Chris Draper´s team Luna Rossa has become the overall winner of the Naples AC World Series, collecting 50 points. James Spithill and his ORACLE Racing crew took an impressive second place. The AC World Series now moves to Venice, for the fifth stop on the circuit in May. ... read full story

Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race: Day 2 – First night at sea

April 16, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Some of the crew racing in the Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race have been laid low by sea sickness after the first night at sea. It can happen to new joiners and hardened round the worlders alike but soon passes. Since their departure from San Francisco Bay two distinct sets of tactics have opened up with New York hugging the Californian coast line while the other nine teams head offshore. ... read full story

Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race: Day 1 – Fleet in San Francisco Bay for the start line

April 16, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race fleet left for San Francisco Bay for the start line. The world´s longest race (40,000 miles), there is a 5,500 mile leg ahead, from California on the US West Coast to New York on the East Coast via the Panama Canal. ... read full story

The largest Marlow built to date – the 30.7m motor yacht Explorer 97E

April 16, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 30.7m superyacht Explorer 97E by Marlow Yachts is the largest vessel built to date by this US shipyard. This magnificent vessel offers 6 lovely guest cabins and 3 crew cabins. ... read full story

Nordhavn 86 motor yacht Zembra (ex hull N8608) successfully delivered

April 16, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Superyacht Zembra (ex hull N8608) by Nordhavn was successfully delivered to her new Owners on February 5th. This fantastic vessel is built with high gloss Walnut interior, glue-in windows, a new flybridge hardtop design as well as extended sky lounge deck and many more. ... read full story

Naples AC World Series: Strong winds and heavy seas suspended Saturday´s racing

April 14, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Strong winds and heavy seas suspended Saturday´s racing of the Naples AC World Series. Sunday’s racing will now determine fleet and match racing champions. Fleet races seven and eight have been abandoned and won’t be sailed, shortening the Fleet Racing Championship to seven races. ... read full story

America’s Cup World Series: Friday in Naples offered new challenges

April 14, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Light, offshore winds battling with an onshore swell, offered new challenges to the nine teams competing in the 34th America's Cup World Series in Naples, Italy, on Friday. ... read full story

78.50m Feadship motor yacht HAMPSHIRE II (hull 806) launched

April 14, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The 78.50 metre hull 806 by Feadship, named motor yacht Hampshire II, has been successfully launched by this prestigious shipyard. Superyacht Hampshire II was built for an experienced Feadship owner and offers and incredible amount of possibilities to actively relax aboard, including playing tennis, football, basketball and so on. ... read full story

82m Mitsubishi motor yacht O’MEGA for charter during Cannes Film Festival and Monaco Grand Prix

April 13, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Built by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, the 82m luxury charter superyacht O'MEGA is an excellent choice when it comes to charter rental for the next Cannes Film Festival and the Monaco Grand Prix. O'Mega can host up to 250 guests when berthed and 60 guests seated inside. ... read full story

Moët & Chandon – the official champagne of the 34th America’s Cup

April 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Moët & Chandon has been announced as the official champagne of the 34th America’s Cup. Moët & Chandon is the champagne of success and glamour since 1743. Renowned for its achievements, firsts and legendary pioneering spirit, Moët & Chandon is the Maison that introduced champagne to the world. ... read full story

Team Synergy/Heesen wins first and third place at the recent Cascais Cup

April 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Synergy/Heesen has won first and third place at the recent Cascais Cup, running in Cascais, Portugal from 28th March to 1st April. Fifteen teams raced over five days in a range of differing weather conditions; from a potentially boat-breaking situation with gusts of 28 knots, to light breezes and sun, followed by a storm and a couple of hours of torrential rain! ... read full story

Nautor´s Swan exhibited at the 2012 Hainan Rendez-Vous

April 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Nautor´s Swan attended the 2012 Hainan Rendez-Vous with its current new builds from the SwanLine on display and exhibited its new projects such as the sailing yacht Swan 100 and the Swan 80 superyacht. Only in its third edition, the Hainan Rendez-Vous, including a yacht show, business jet exhibition as well as lifestyle showcase, has bought thousands of China’s top earners to Sanya’s fabulous shores. ... read full story

38m motor yacht ARCHIMEDEAN by Innovation Imperative

April 13, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Striking new motor yacht Archimedean is a 38 m contemporary vessel with an innovative design and elegant, minimalistic interior by architectural studio Innovation Imperative. ... read full story

Sunseeker´s Predator 130 superyacht NEVER SAY NEVER Among Finalists for World Superyacht Awards 2012

April 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Sunseeker´s Predator 130 luxury yacht NEVER SAY NEVER has been shortlisted as a finalist for World Superyacht Awards 2012 for Interior Design. The outstanding selection of yachts were scrutinised by the panel of judges at their meeting near Milan, held on 29th and 30th March. ... read full story

AIMEX presents Australia Unlimited to international audience

April 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

AIMEX has teamed up with Australia Unlimited to develop an internationally recognisable co-brand to promote the Australian Marine Export industry’s capability as well as innovation. The co-brand will serve to promote Australian marine technology, products and services to an international audience. ... read full story

The ninth Edition of PalmaVela, April 18-22, 2012

April 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The ninth edition of PalmaVela, running from April 18 to 22, 2012 is the event chosen year after year, by many yacht owners or event organisers to present their new yacht or their new Racing circuits. Such is the case of the TP 52 fleet, now that the Med Cup circuit has been cancelled for this year, will be coordinated by the Class Manager, Rob Weiland in a new circuit. ... read full story

China (Shanghai) Boat Show 2012: Asian Marine & Boating Awards public voting

April 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Asian Marine & Boating Awards are placing the nominees for 3 categories on the China (Shanghai) Boat Show website to permit the public to vote for their preferred nominee. The three categories that are to be posted to the Show´s website for public voting are Asian Boating Capital of the year; Asian Regatta of the Year and Asian Yacht Club of the Year. ... read full story

AIMEX members strengthen their position in China

April 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) has organised the Australian Pavilion at the Shanghai Boat Show 19-22 April 2012 to give the possibility to the Australian companies to reinforce their position in China. ... read full story

Newly launched superyacht ADASTRA by McConaghy Boats

April 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Described as “one of the world's most amazing Superyachts”, the Adastra superyacht launched earlier this week at the McConaghy Boats China facility, features stunning interior by Jepsen Design and exterior styling by Orion Shuttleworth Design. ... read full story

WALLY CLASS performance yachts confirm 2012 racing calendar

April 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The largest fleet of performance yachts over 24 metres - the Wally Class - has confirmed the final racing calendar for the 2012 season. In addition to this calendar, Wallys also competitively race in other renowned regattas against yachts of other types: a strong performance was seen in March in the British Virgin Islands, with the Wally 101 sailing yacht Indio winning the Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta and Rendezvous at the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda Virgin Gorda. ... read full story

Cerion Energy and ECOsuperyacht form GO2 Global Yachting

April 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Cerion Energy and ECOsuperyacht are collaborating to form a new global marketing & distribution business called GO2 Global Yachting. The formation of this partnership is in response to the rapid increase in demand for GO2 since it was first launched into the superyacht market at the Monaco Yacht Show in 2011. ... read full story

11th Venice International Boat Show/NauticShow, April 13-15 and April 20-22, 2012

April 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

11th Venice International Boat Show/NauticShow, running from April 13-15 and April 20-22, 2012 hosts 160 exhibitors and 200 yachts. More than 50.000 visitors are expected. ... read full story

Naples AC World Series: Day 2 – ORACLE Racing Bundock wins face off against stable mate

April 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

ORACLE Racing Bundock advanced to the semifinal round by defeating stable mate ORACLE Racing Spithill on Day 2 of the Naples AC World Series. The two crews have spent hours training and testing against each other on San Francisco Bay, where the America’s Cup will be staged in 2013. ... read full story

The 6th MOD70 one-design trimaran yacht OMAN SAIL launched

April 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 6th MOD70 one-design trimaran yacht OMAN SAIL was successfully launched yesterday. The team took ownership of its yacht yesterday, setting out on the first stage of learning and training process which over the coming weeks will lead to the inaugural event of the 2012 championship season, the KRYS OCEAN RACE, which starts in less than three months. ... read full story

Naples AC World Series: Day 2 – Emirates Team New Zealand dominates with Luna Rossa performing well

April 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Emirates Team New Zealand has won both fleet races on the day two of the Naples AC World Series. The local favorites, the two Luna Rossa Challenge crews, also had a good afternoon in the beautiful sea breeze conditions just off the sea front of Naples, with each crew earning a second place finish. ... read full story

New Codecasa 42 Vintage yacht hull F75 to be launched in spring 2013

April 12, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Superyacht Codecasa 42 Vintage - yacht hull F75, the 2nd in the beautiful 42m Vintage series, is scheduled to be launched in Spring 2013. ... read full story

White Bay 6 Marine Park on Sydney Harbour to open in early May

April 12, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

White Bay 6 Marine Park to open early May in the Sydney Harbour. It is the first major important marine project to be developed since the Minister for Road and Ports, Duncan Gay, announced the establishment of the Marine Advisory Council. ... read full story

Azimut Yachts and Atlantis open weekend in Varazze, Italy

April 12, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Azimut Yachts and Atlantis welcome their clients and guests at the Marina di Varazze to view and test their Flybridge, S, Magellano and Atlantis Open yachts. ... read full story

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