2012 June

News Archive

22nd Monaco Yacht Show, September 19-22, 2012

June 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The prestigious Monaco Yacht Show is back this September with its 22nd edition and 100 amazing superyachts as well as megayachts on display. Over 83% of the exhibition space on land has been already booked. ... read full story

2012 Giraglia Rolex Cup: Three days of dramatic inshore competition concluded today

June 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 2012 Giraglia Rolex Cup from St Tropez, France to Sanremo, Italy drew to a close its three days of inshore racing, with Sir Peter Ogden’s 62-foot Mini Maxi luxury yacht Jethou (GBR) taking the title of the fastest yacht on the water. ... read full story

Audi Sardinia Cup to start tomorrow

June 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Starting tomorrow from Porto Cervo at 12 midday, the preparations for this year's Audi Sardinia Cup are well underway. Hosted by the prestigious Yacht Club Costa Smeralda, there will be an international fleet of TP52 and Soto 40 racing yachts, competing in this popular race. ... read full story

The world’s Big Class yachts started the 2nd Westward Cup today

June 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Day 1 of this year's Westward Cup in Cowes, UK saw the 42m superyacht Mariette take the top position, followed by the 38m luxury yacht Mariquita and the 41.5m charter yacht Eleonora E (ex Eleonora) respectively. ... read full story

2012 Giraglia Rolex Cup: Luxury yacht Bronenosec continues despite challenging conditions

June 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Despite strong winds and heavy seas, the Swan 60 sailing yacht Bronenosec continued racing in today's Giraglia Rolex Cup in order to gain the leading position in Class o IRC. ... read full story

Second 16.1m luxury yacht BELLAGIO by Mulder Shipyard sold

June 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Recently sold to Russia, the second motor yacht Bellagio by Mulder Shipyard is a magnificent vessel, offering three lovely cabins, or a two-cabin plus a crew cabin version. ... read full story

Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta’s Silver Jubilee Cup for Dubois designed 39m Fitzroy charter yacht Ganesha (ex Zulu II)

June 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Delivered by Fitzroy Yachts in 2006 and designed by renowned Dubois Naval Architects, the 39m luxury charter yacht Ganesha (ex Zulu II) has received the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta's Silver Jubilee Cup, along with prizes as Top Scored Boat over 31m in the Cruising Division, Top Scored Boat Owned by a YCCS Member, and Fitzroy's trophy for Best Classified Fitzroy Yacht. ... read full story

93.7m powersail yacht FUTURE FUSION concept by Edwin van der Mark of Vandermark and Harley O’Neil of SuperyachtME

June 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Edwin van der Mark of Vandermark and Harley O'Neil of SuperyachtME have teamed up together to create the very original 93.7m sailpower yacht Future Fusion concept, consisting of a luxury camataran and a 56.2m motoryacht, that can be operated together or separately. ... read full story

A new team for the Azimut Benetti Group’s Brazilian production site Azimut do Brazil

June 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Azimut do Brazil production site, created by the Azimut Benetti Group in 2010, is delighted to present new members to its team, including Davide Breviglieri as a new Managing Director and Henrique Toledo as a new CFO. ... read full story

Alaska and British Columbia luxury yacht charter adventures

June 12, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Looking for a new charter destination that will leave you breathless, offering active relaxation and unparalleled beauty of the surroundings? Then Alaska and British Columbia might be just the right charter destination for you. View our selection of luxury motor yachts available for charter in this fascinating part of the world. ... read full story

The inaugural champion of the AC World Series to be decided in Newport

June 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Running from June 28 to July 1, the Newport America's Cup World Series will decide about its inaugural champion on the final day of racing. Currently taking the top position on the leaderboard is the ORACLE TEAM USA, followed by Artemis Racing. ... read full story

Future Focused Programme presented by Global Superyacht Forum 2012

June 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The three-day Global Superyacht Forum will be back at the Amsterdam RAI from November 12 to 14, 2012 with three core objectives marking each day of discussions. ... read full story

Newport Bermuda Race 2012 with trackers by Yellowbrick to start on June 15

June 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

With Yellowbrick supplying trackers to all 180 competing yachts, the Newport Bermuda Race 2012 kicks off this Friday from the legendary port of Newport in Rhode Island. ... read full story

Al Hamra Marina – a new member of the ART Marine Marinas network

June 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Fabulous Al Hamra Marina is the latest member of the renowned Art Marine Marinas network, called Destination. This membership provides a wide variety of advantages to the superyacht marinas. ... read full story

Amels LE 180 luxury yacht STEP ONE delivered

June 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Boasting 6 beautiful cabins for 12 guests, the 55m (180') superyacht Step One, belonging to the Amels Limited Editions 180 series, has been successfully delivered. ... read full story

The Latest Images of the 40m Bilgin superyacht M (Project M)

June 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The prestigious Turkish builder Bilgin Yacht launched the 40m superyacht M (Project M) last month. Designed by H2 Yacht Design, this magnificent vessel provides 8 guests with 4 luxurious cabins. ... read full story

2012 Giraglia Rolex Cup: A great success of Bronenosec yacht continues

June 11, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Swan 60 luxury yacht Bronenosec keeps her third position in her o IRC class of her first Giraglia Rolex Cup from Sanremo, Italy to St Tropez, France. She competes together with the 100ft superyacht Esimit Europa 2 as well as the Rolex Vulcano Race winner, sailling yacht Jethou. ... read full story

2012 Giraglia Rolex Cup: A second day of inshore racing

June 11, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A second day of inshore racing in the Giraglia Rolex Cup 2012 started today, with the participation of the largest and fastest boat on display, the 100ft superyacht Esimit Europa 2 as well as the Rolex Vulcano Race winner, the 62ft sailing yacht Jethou. ... read full story

Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race: Race 12 – Day 5: Highly tactical finale

June 11, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Race 12 from New York to Nova Scotia of the Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race draws to a close, with Gold Coast Australia crossing the finish line this morning. ... read full story

Ferretti Custom Line 97 charter yacht LADY CHATTERLEY available in the Mediterranean

June 11, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Luxury charter yacht Lady Chatterley is an outstanding vessel available for charter rent in the Western Mediterranean charter destinations of Italy and France. ... read full story

30th annual Newport Charter Yacht Show to start in one week

June 11, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 30th edition of the annual Newport Charter Yacht Show will kick off on June 18, with 24 spectacular yachts registered up-to-date and a double number of exhibitors. There will also be the Culinary Competition for chefs from the charter yachts, which will be on display during the Show. ... read full story

Rossinavi move 49m motor yacht Prince Shark to Viareggio

June 11, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Rossinavi have dragged the recently launched hull FR027 motor yacht Prince Shark to their Viareggio facility for outfitting, with a launch due in May, 2013. ... read full story

Video of the Christensen mega yacht REMEMBER WHEN approaching NYC

June 11, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Video of the exceptional luxury motor yacht Remember When arriving at the New York Harbour created by the yacht's crew. ... read full story

76m Piriou explorer yacht

June 11, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The French shipbuilder Piriou is currently entering a new market of large passenger vessels, by signing a new contract for a 76.6 metre expedition vessel. ... read full story

50 Years of Vripack exhibited at the Frisian Maritime Museum

June 11, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

An exhibition bearing the ‘No Nonsense Go Anywhere’ name at the Frisian Maritime Museum will take place from June 2 to September 2, 2012, exhibiting 50 years of Vripack's history. ... read full story

The traditional Yacht Club de Monaco summer cocktail

June 11, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Yacht Club de Monaco's members have recently gathered to participate at the traditional YCM summer coctail, looking to the future of this prestigious yacht club, connecting all those involved in yachting. ... read full story

NEWCRUISE 120m motor yacht EXPLORE 120 – a Spacious World Explorer Concept

June 11, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The respected German design studio Newcruise now unveils its latest concept, the 120m motor yacht Explore 120, a sister ship to the Explore 70 superyacht. This exceptional vessel provides 7 luxurious cabins and carries an impressive crew of 43 professionals. ... read full story

Extreme Sailing Series Act 3 in Istanbul won by Leight McMillan

June 10, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

British Olympian McMillan has won Act 3 to further consolidate The Wave, Muscat’s lead at the top of the Extreme Sailing Series leaderboard, bringing disappointment for Austria’s Hagara whose chance of winning an historic first Act was tantalizingly close. ... read full story

2012 Giraglia Rolex Cup: Swan 60 yacht Bronenosec in pole position

June 10, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It was a great success for the Swan 60 sailing yacht Bronenosec on the opening day of the 60th edition of the Giraglia Rolex Cup from St Tropez, France to Sanremo, Italy, presently taking the leading position in its IRC class. ... read full story

The Audi Sardinia Cup 2012 sailors receive a warm welcome by Azzurra and the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda

June 10, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Audi Sardinia Cup 2012 fleet began the training today, warmly welcome by Audi Azzurra Sailing Team and the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda. The race will kick off with the practice race on Tuesday 12 June, with racing until Sunday 17 June. ... read full story

2012 Giraglia Rolex Cup in full swing

June 10, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 60th edition of the Giraglia Rolex Cup is well underway, with almost 200 yachts participating in this popular race from St. Tropez, France to Sanremo, Italy. ... read full story

Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race: Race 12 – Day 4: A sprint for the finish line

June 10, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Supposed to reach the finish line within the next 12 hours, the Gold Coast Australia keeps its leading position after Day 4 of Race 12 from New York to Nova Scotia. ... read full story

Mondo Marine launch 41m motor yacht OKKO

June 10, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Mondo Marine are happy to announce that the superyacht OKKO has been launched from their shipyard in Italy. OKKO is a 40.80m luxury vessel and the 61th yacht to bear the Mondo Marine brand. ... read full story

Extreme Sailing Series 2012: Despite a crash on Bosphorus Roman Hagara back in control

June 09, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Roman Hagara regains the leading position going into the final day of Act 3 despite a collision with the British team GAC Pindar, with Extreme 40 yachts competing on the fabulous Bosphorus for the first time. ... read full story

Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2012 won by luxury yacht Highland Fling and charter yacht Ganesha

June 09, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The overall winners of the 2012 Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta have become the 39m luxury charter yacht Ganesha in the Cruising Division and the 25.3m sailing yacht Highland Fling in the Performance Division. ... read full story

Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race: Race 12 – Day 3: A battle for crucial points

June 09, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

With Gold Coast Australia keeping its top position in the Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race from New York to Nova Scotia, Day 3 of Race 12 brought another day of fighting for vital points. ... read full story

Swan 60 yacht Bronenosec competes in her first Giraglia Rolex Cup

June 09, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The third Mediterranean race, the 6oth edition of the Giraglia Rolex Cup, is waiting for the Yacht Club of Saint-Petersburg’s Swan 60 sailing yacht Bronenosec, following the Palma Vela in Spain as well as the Rolex Volcano Race in Capri, Italy. ... read full story

Extreme Sailing Series 2012: A new look top three

June 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

With teams preparing to race on the Bosphorus for the first time tomorrow morning, The Wave, Muscat showed they mean business, overhauling Red Bull Sailing Team at the top of the leaderboard. ... read full story

Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2012: Day 4 – No change on the leaderboard

June 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The leaderboard after Day 4 of this year's Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta remains untouched, with superyacht Scorpione dei Mari leading in the Cruising Class and superyacht Highland Fling taking the top position in the Performance Division. ... read full story

2012 Giraglia Rolex Cup: Prologue race from Sanremo to Saint-Tropez marked the official start

June 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's Giraglia Rolex Cup kicked off today with a prologue race from Sanremo, Italy to St Tropez, France. The final prizegiving will take place in the prestigious Yacht Club Sanremo on Friday 15 June. ... read full story

Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race: Day 2 – Race 12 well underway after a competitive Le Mans start in New York

June 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

With Gold Coast Australia and Visit Finland in the top positions at the moment, Race 12 of the Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race from New York to Nova Scotia is in full swing. ... read full story

Flisvos Marina in Greece – a fabulous megayacht destination in the Eastern Mediterranean

June 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Ideal for large luxury yacht and ocean-going megayacht, the Flisvos Marina in Greece is a stunning luxurious marina in the Eastern Mediterranean, providing its customers with a wide variety of facilities and services. ... read full story

Henri Lloyd official clothing supplier of the RORC

June 08, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

RORC has announced the partnership with Henri Lloyd, appointing the company as the official clothing supplier on a long term basis. ... read full story

47m ISA motor yacht AXIOMA Mediterranean charter special in June and September 2012

June 08, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Luxury charter yacht Axioma is currently offering a 15% discount on charter holidays in the Mediterranean, between June 17th and 27th and from 15th September. ... read full story

Icon Yachts hosted international press on the HISWA’s Yacht Valley Press Tour 2012

June 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

As a part of the Yacht Valley Press tour 2012 organised by HISWA Holland, the prominent Dutch superyacht builder Icon Yachts was allowed to welcome fifteen of the best international press personalities, having given a unique possibility to admire luxurious vessels by Icon, inclusing their project, superyacht Maidelle. ... read full story

Sunreef Yachts acted as a Speaker at the Polish-Chinese Trade Forum in Beijing

June 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The prominent Polish luxury catamaran yacht builder Sunreef Yachts took part in the Polish-Chinese Trade Forum in Beijing on May 30-31, 2012 as one of its speakers. ... read full story

Riviera Yachts reports strong international sales at the Riviera Festival and Sanctuary Cove Boat Show

June 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

One of the best Australian luxury yacht builders, Riviera Yachts, has confirmed a great success at both the Riviera Festival and Boat Show as well as the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, with strong international sales. ... read full story

Recreational Boating Safety Ambassadors Cas and Jonesy to attend Sydney Boat Show

June 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The organisers of this year's Sydney International Boat Show are happy to once again welcome Boating Safety Ambassadors for NSW Roads and Maritime Services as well as the Boating Industry Association of NSW, James Castrission and Justin Jones, also known as Cas and Jonesy. ... read full story

Horizon motor yacht Arabella II and E70 yacht at 2012 Sanctuary Cove Boat Show

June 08, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Horizon Yachts reports a busy Sanctuary Cove Boat Show exciting its expectations. The prestigious luxury yacht builder was present at the show from the 24th to 27th May with its 2012 launched E88 superyacht Arabella II as well as motor yacht E70 amongst others. ... read full story

Salamanca Group’s Martin Bellamy as feature speaker at ‘The Future of Superyachts’

June 08, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Marina Port Vell of Barcelona announces that Martin Bellamy, Chairman and Executive Officer of the Salamanca Group, will be present at 'The Future of Superyachts' conference as features speaker addressing different superyacht industry related subjects. ... read full story

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