2012 June

News Archive

Clipper 11-12 Round The World Race: Race 12 – Day 1 New York to Nova Scotia

June 08, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The fleet taking part in the Clipper Round The World Race - Race 12 is currently heading towards the start line in Halifax, Nova Scotia. ... read full story

PlanetSolar as a mobile ambassador of solar energy in the Mediterranean during summer 2012

June 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Constructed in Germany, the 35m solar powered yacht MR TURANOR PlanetSolar has a new mission following her 19-month world tour: she will act as a mobile ambassador of solar energy in the Mediterranean Sea during this summer. ... read full story

Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2012: Fastest offshore racing yachts to go head-to-head

June 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Sean Langman's Team Australia from Sydney and Simon Hull's Team Vodafone from Auckland will face each other in this year's Audi Hamilton Island Race Week. The winner will become the fastest offshore racing yacht in the South Pacific. ... read full story

Special offer on the Maori 50ft NASTY yacht tender

June 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 14.8m (50ft) Nasty yacht tender by Maori Yachts is now offered for a special price of €700,000.00, comprising 2012 season captain and 2013 wintering. The beautiful gray dark Mc Laren colored boat provides two comfortable cabins. ... read full story

10m AMARE yacht tender concept by Dawid Dawod

June 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Comfortably sleeping 4 guests, the Amare yacht tender designed by Dawid Dawod is a beautiful RIB, combining tradition with the latest technology. ... read full story

87m Lurssen superyacht ACE (ex Project Rocky) delivered

June 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The respected German shipyard Lurssen has recently delivered its 87m megayacht ACE (ex Project Rocky) to her new Owner. Designed by Andrew Winch, this amazing vessel provides luxurious accommodation to 12 guests. ... read full story

Feadship – the first Western shipyard to sell a new-built 45m motor yacht to a Chinese Owner

June 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 45m motor yacht by Feadship is the first luxury vessel sold to a Chinese owner by a Western shipyard. Due to be delivered before the Chinese New Year in 2013, this splendid vessel can sleep 10 guests in comfort, looked after by a crew of 10. ... read full story

47m superyacht LADY PETRA (YN 15947) by Heesen Yachts delivered

June 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Launched last month, the 47m luxury motor yacht Lady Petra (YN 15947) by Heesen Yachts has been successfully delivered to her new Owner. This exceptional vessel can accommodate a total number of 12 guests in luxury and comfort. She carries a crew of 10 professionals. ... read full story

44m motor yacht LADY L (YN 15944, ex Project Zentric) by Heesen Yachts delivered

June 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Built by prestigious Heesen Yachts and featuring beautiful interior by Frank Laupman from Omega Architects, the 44m luxury motor yacht Lady L (YN 15944, ex Project Zentric) has been successfully delivered to her new Owner. This spectacular vessel accommodates 10 guests and boasts ultra-efficient Heesen hull, ensuring its 15-knot speed. ... read full story

Extreme Sailing Series 2012: Act 3 – Roman Hagara and his Austrian Red Bull Sailing Team in pole position

June 07, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The opening day of Act 3 of the Extreme Sailing Series in Istanbul saw the Austrian sailing icon Roman Hagara and his Red Bull Sailing Team take the top position in the leaderboard. ... read full story

Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2012: Day 3 – Luxury yacht Highland Fling remains at the top

June 07, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

With the Cruising Division on lay day on Day 3 of the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2012, the Performance Division continues to be led by the superyacht Highland Fling, followed by Aegir, My Song and Alpina, respectively. ... read full story

30m superyacht Esimit Europa 2 fully prepared for the 60th Giraglia Rolex Cup

June 07, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Ready to win for the third year running in the 60th edition of the Giraglia Rolex Cup from Saint Tropez to Sanremo, kicking off on June 13th, the 30m luxury yacht Esimit Europa 2 is now technologically improved and boasts new amazing crew. ... read full story

New images of the 34m luxury charter gulet Grande Mare

June 07, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Additional images of the beautiful 34-metre luxury Turkish Gulet Grande Mare (ex Carmina) available for charter vacations in the sought after yachting destination - Turkey. ... read full story

Dubois designed 100m superyacht 380 completes tank testing

June 07, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

With naval architecture by Dubois Yachts, the 100m sailing yacht 380 has recently completed her tank testing at the Wolfson research establishment with a great success. This spectacular sloop boasts interior design by Josep Juanpere Miret of GCA Arquitectes Associats, and project management by Klaus and Sebastian Allebrodt. ... read full story

Bilgin 132 superyacht M (Project M) by Bilgin Yachts

June 07, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Launched last month, the 40m superyacht M (Project M) is a modern vessel, boasting contemporary style and aggressive look. This splendid Bilgin 132 vessel can sleep 8 guests in 4 lovely cabins. ... read full story

48.7m motor yacht Bilgin 160 Classic due to be launched at the end of June 2012

June 07, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Due to be launched at the end of the next month, the 48.7m superyacht Bilgin 160 Classic is presently in build at the respected Turkish shipyard Bilgin. For sale at a very convenient price of EUR€ 11,500,000, this splendid vessel accommodates 12 guests in luxury and comfort. ... read full story

Sudden death of Hayati Kamhi – a founding Partner of Proteksan Turquoise

June 07, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Aged 62, Hayati Kamhi, a founding partner of the respected Turkish superyacht shipyard Proteksan Turquoise suddenly passed away on Monday June 4th, as recently announced by the company. ... read full story

A unique opportunity to win PWC Package at Melbourne Boat Show

June 07, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Except of a large number of brand new items from manufacturers such as Malibu Boats, Honda, Navico, and many others, the visitors to the 2012 Melbourne Boat Show will have an amazing possibility to win a SEA-DOO GTI 130 PWC prize. ... read full story

Mount Gay Rum to support Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week as the official ‘Regatta Rum’

June 07, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Mount Gay Rum once again comes back as supporting sponsor of this year's Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week yacht regatta, providing both Mount Gay Eclipse Rum as well as Mount Gay Extra Old Rum to a number of events and organising consumer, trade and yachting press. ... read full story

40m motor yacht TATS (ex Loretta Anne IV, Allogante) by Alloy Yachts visits Dennis Conner’s North Cove

June 07, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 2009 superyacht TATS (ex Loretta Anne IV, Allogante) is currently anchored at Dennis Conner's North Cove superyacht marina in NYC. This exceptional 40-metre vessel offers beautiful accommodation in 5 lovely staterooms. ... read full story

Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2012: Highland Fling superyacht and sailing yacht Scorpione dei Mari at the top after Day 2

June 06, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 25m luxury yacht Highland Fling continues to dominate in the Performance division of the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2012 after day 2, followed by Aegir and My Song respectively. In the Cruising division, the 29m superyacht Scorpione dei Mari built by Jongert takes the first place, with charter yacht Ganesha in the second place and KibokoDos in the third place. ... read full story

Act 3 of the Extreme Sailing Series™ to start tomorrow

June 06, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Starting tomorrow (Thursday 7 June), for the first time the fleet racing in Act 3 of the Extreme Sailing Series in Istanbul will need to put all their forces together to pass through the infamous Bosphorus on Saturday morning. ... read full story

Team Spirit Before the 60th Giraglia Rolex Cup

June 06, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Following the challenging conditions of the Rolex Vulcano Race, taking place from May 19-25 in the Tyrrhenian Sea, twenty competing yachts are now preparing for the 60th edition of the Giraglia Rolex Cup. ... read full story

Oyster Yachts reinforces Palma de Mallorca office team

June 06, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

In order to strenghten its newly opened office in Palma, the well known UK luxury yacht builder Oyster Marine has recently announced the appointment of Jamie Collins to the Oyster Brokerage team. ... read full story

Sunseeker Yachts support new Marine Technology Centre in Dorset

June 06, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Scheduled for launch by this September, a new Marine Technology Centre at the Bournemouth & Poole College supported by the respected UK superyacht builder Sunseeker Yachts will host 70 Sunseeker apprentices. ... read full story

Private Concert by Princess Yachts Australia marked the Opening of Sanctuary Cove Boat Show

June 06, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The opening day of the 2012 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show saw a private concert hosted by Princess Yachts Australia with famous Jon Stevens. Later on, the guests were a unique possiblity to admire the luxury motor yacht Princess 60 as well as the Princess V39 yacht, both making their Australian debut. ... read full story

The inaugural Riviera Festival and Boat Show a Huge Success

June 06, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The inaugural Riviera Festival and Boat Show, taking place from May 24 to 27, attracted a large number of Riviera owners and enthusiasts. There was a rich agenda of activities, with plenty of stunning Riviera yachts on display. The 2013 event will run at Riviera's Coomera facility from May 23 to 26. ... read full story

Overmarine appoints Isabella Picco as new Chief Communication Officer

June 06, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The respected Italian luxury yacht builder Overmarine Group & Mangusta has recently selected Isabella Picco as its new Chief Communication Officer, replacing Patrizia Rovaris. ... read full story

Yachts Asia Bali now INDONESIA YACHTS SHOW 2013 relocated to Jakarta

June 06, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Over 6000 international visitors are expected to attend the Yachts Asia Bali 2013, taking place in the fabulous island of Bali in Indonesia from June 8-9, 2013. The Show is supposed to host a good number of Asian debuts of world class yachts. ... read full story

Dennis Conner’s North Cove hosts Clipper Round the World Yacht Race Fleet

June 06, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Until Thursday, when the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race kicks off again, the Dennis Conner's North Cove superyacht marina situated in New York City hosts the 10-yacht fleet competing in the world's longest race. ... read full story

Paszkowski to design Baglietto’s planing and displacement yachts

June 06, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The new Baglietto's planing as well as displacement yachts will be exclusively designed by Francesco Paszkowski. This include the completion of the 3 luxury yachts developed by this respected Italian designer, along with 3 new projects: a line of 58m steel and aluminium superyachts, a line of 37m aluminium planing yachts, and one of 46m aluminium planing vessels. The new Baglietto's luxury yachts will be on display at the 2012 Monaco Boat Show. ... read full story

Wider 42′ Yacht received the Robb Report’s Best of the Best 2012 award

June 06, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Tilli Antonelli’s day cruiser, the luxury motor yacht Wider 42', has been awarded in the “Best Production Boat” category of the glamorous American luxury magazine Robb Report, winning over the Frauscher 1017 Gt, Azimut 45, Riva Iseo as well as Wally One yacht tender. ... read full story

Ferretti Group launched the first motor yacht Ferretti 870

June 06, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Measuring 26.5 metres in length, the luxury motor yacht Ferretti 870 was launched by the respected Italian builder Ferretti Group yesterday. This wonderful vessel provides exceptionally light interiors, thanks to large open-view windows, which can be found in all cabins. ... read full story

Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2012: Day 1 goes to sailing yacht Highland Fling and charter yacht Ganesha

June 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Day 1 of the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2012 saw the 25m superyacht Highland Fling take the top spot in the Performance class, followed by My Song and Aegir respectively, while the Cruising division was won by the 38.8m charter yacht Ganesha, with the 37m luxury charter yacht Moonbird taking the second place and the 29m Scorpione dei Mari placing third. ... read full story

Newport AC World Series: ORACLE TEAM USA – Spithill pushes for title and Coutts returns to helm

June 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Currently the first in the leaderboard, the ORACLE TEAM USA Spithill will try to gain the overall victory in the upcoming Newport America's Cup World Series, running from June 27 to July 1, while Russel Coutts returns to helm boat No. 5. ... read full story

Limassol Marina Cyprus to host first yachts by the end of 2012

June 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Being the only newly built superyacht marina in Europe where owners can berth their luxury yacht directly outside their villas, the Limassol Marina Cyprus has already signed contracts in excess of €55 million for its residences. ... read full story

Tripp designed 48m sailing yacht NATIVA by Arzana Navi launched

June 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

April 21 saw the successful launch of the 48m sailing yacht Nativa by the Italian shipyard Arzana Navi and Tripp Design. This wonderful green vessel offers 5 lovely cabins. ... read full story

Nautor’s Swan launched the first Swan 80S sailing yacht I AMSTERDAM

June 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Last month saw the successful launch of the first Swan 80S luxury yacht I Amsterdam, measuring 26.08 meters and due to be delivered this summer. Built by Nautor's Swan and designed by German Frers, this splendid vessel accommodates 6 guests in luxury in comfort. ... read full story

45th Sydney International Boat Show, August 2-6, 2012

June 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Providing the boating enthusiasts with a rich agenda of events, the 45th edition of the Sydney International Boat Show will take place in its traditional venue, the Sydney Exhibition Centre and Cockle Bay Marina, Darling Harbour Sydney from August 2 to 6, 2012. ... read full story

Riva Yachts celebrates 170th anniversary

June 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 50 years of the legandary Aquarama yacht as well as the world premiere of the new 63' Virtus yacht will mark this year's 170th anniversary of the well known Italian builder Riva, a brand of the Ferretti Group. There will be plenty of events running along the Italian and French Riviera from June 27 to July 1, 2012. ... read full story

Cannes Croisette Show by Holland Yacht Experience, June 15-17, 2012

June 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

30 magnificent yachts will be on display during the first Cannes Croisette Show, organised by Holland Yacht Experience FOR FREE from June 15 to 17, 2012. Taking place at the beautiful Port Canto in Cannes, such outstanding luxury yacht builders will be present as Princess, Mulder, Majesty, Riva and many others. ... read full story

168ft Christensen charter yacht Remember When visits Dennis Conner’s North Cove

June 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Dennis Conner's North Cove superyacht marina in NYC boasts another spectacular vessel, the 168ft luxury charter yacht Remember When by Christensen Shipyard. This magnificent vessel provides its guests with beautiful interior, featuring walnut walls and cabinetry, along with some of the world's best marble inlay as well as stone work. ... read full story

Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2012 to start tomorrow

June 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Due to kick off tomorrow, the preparations for the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2012 hosted by prestigious Yacht Club Costa Smeralda are well underway. The biggest vessel to compete in this popular race will be the 57.5m luxury sailing yacht Twizzle. ... read full story

Motor Yacht LA MASCARADE (ex La Masquerade) yacht charter special in the Mediterranean

June 04, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Terence Disdale designed 30m motor yacht La Mascarade (ex La Masquerade) is now available for a luxury yacht charter around Western Mediterranean at a very competitive price of €50,000.00 per 10 days plus expenses. This expectional Feadship vessel can accommodate 8 guests in luxury and comfort. ... read full story

First Majesty 135 superyacht arrived in the Mediterranean

June 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Successfully transported to the Mediterranean, the first luxury motor yacht Majesty 135 arrived in Genoa, Italy on Saturday 2nd June in order to be moved to her home port in France later on during the weekend. ... read full story

Gold Coast City Council teamed up with AIMEX to bring in key international buyers

June 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's ASMEX conference as well as the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show saw a higher number of key international buyers thanks to the cooperation between the Gold Coast City Council and the Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX). ... read full story

White Bay 6 Marine Park officially opened

June 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

New boating facilities of the White Bay 6 Marine Park have been unveiled by NSW Minister for Ports Duncan Gay at its official opening, including a new 75 tonne capacity travel boat lift to launch and retrieve vessels from the water and many others. ... read full story

Claasen Shipyards – a New Holland Yacht Experience Partner

June 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The prominent Dutch superyacht builder, Claasen Shipyards, has recently joined the Holland Yacht Experience's joint venture in order to futher develop its services on Port Pierre Canto in Cote d'Azur, France. ... read full story

New motor yacht Monte Fino 76 and ecHo 85 superyacht by Monte Fino on schedule for autumn European debut

June 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The well known Taiwan-based shipyard Monte Fino, represented by Monte Fino Europe, is preparing for the next year's boat show season, with the upgraded Monte Fino 76 yacht and the superyacht ecHo 86 on display. ... read full story

2012 Shipwrights Lecture for marine apprentices to be held on October 17

June 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

With last year's participation of such outstanding UK-based luxury yacht builders as Sunseeker, Fairline, Princess, Pendennis and many others, the 2012 Shipwrights Lecture was confirmed for October 17. ... read full story

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