This year's Sydney International Boat Show was marked by the biggest meeting of Certified Marina Managers (CMM’s) ever held in the Southern Hemisphere. It was attended by 25 CMM's from Australia, New Zealand and Asia. ... read full story
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IBEX 2012: The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Special Sessions
August 21, 2012
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Presented by the best experts in their field, the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) will host a series of special sessions on market intelligence for the boating industry during the upcoming International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX). ... read full story
Luxury yacht Esimit Europa 2 winner of the 2012 Palermo – Monte Carlo regatta
August 21, 2012
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For the third consecutive year, the 100ft superyacht Esimit Europa 2 has become the overall winner of the Palermo - Monte Carlo yacht regatta. This spectacular vessel is now preparing to compete in the upcoming Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup, as well as the Rolex Middle Sea Race. ... read full story
Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2012 to host Olympic parade
August 21, 2012
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Day 4 of the 2012 Audi Hamilton Island Race Week saw the 163 yachts competing in the Club Marine Long Race and the Lindeman Island Race. They started early in the morning to be ashore in time for today's Olympic parade. ... read full story
ACWS San Francisco to boast 11 yachts, 55 sailors and a new format
August 21, 2012
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The highly anticipated America’s Cup World Series in San Francisco starts tomorrow. There will be 11 competing yachts and 55 sailors coming from 12 countries. ... read full story
A very successful Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week 2012
August 21, 2012
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It has been a great success for this year's Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week, providing great sailing conditions. The overall winner of this popular race has become the J/109 sailing yacht Harlequin. The 2013 dates have been already announced for August 3 to 10. ... read full story
A new member to Board of Marina Industry Association of Australia
August 21, 2012
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During the August Marina Industries Association (MIA) Board meeting, Kenny Kang (Seuk-Ju, Kang), Chief Executive Officer of CKIPM Marine Group Co Ltd became the new member of the Board of Directors. He is the first MIA director not coming from Australia. ... read full story
Sunreef’s new luxury yachts SKYLARK and EWHALA revealed at Hilton Hotel in Gdansk
August 21, 2012
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The newly-launched luxury catamarans by Sunreef Yachts, the 60 Sunreef Power yacht EWHALA as well as the 70 Sunreef Power yacht SKYLARK were officially presented during the cocktail reception at Hilton Hotel in Gdansk on 18th August. Both splendid vessels will be on display at the upcoming Cannes International Boat Show, held this September. ... read full story
Luxury motor sailor yacht HORTENSE refitted by JFA Yachts
August 21, 2012
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Launched by the well known French builder JFA Yachts in 2009, the 27,5m superyacht Hortense returned home for a 6-month refit, successfully completed in June. Providing luxurious accommodation to 8 guests, this splendid motor sailer ketch is now cruising in the Northern Europe. ... read full story
The Rolex Swan Cup 2012 – up to 100 Swan sailing yachts expected to participate
August 20, 2012
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One of the most iconic sailing events, the 2012 Rolex Swan Cup regatta is to start in less then a month, from 10-16 September in Porto Cervo, Sardinia, Italy. Around 100 Swan yachts are believed to participate this year, with almost 70 Swans already having confirmed their participation. ... read full story
ACWS San Francisco: The Race Village at Marina Green to open tomorrow
August 20, 2012
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Wednesday 22 August will see the official start of the ACWS San Francisco, however its Race Village at Marina Green opens tomorrow, able to host 1,200 people. ... read full story
Superyacht Esimit Europa 2 competes in the 2012 Palermo – Monte Carlo regatta
August 20, 2012
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Following a great success reached at the Giraglia Rolex Cup, the 100ft superyacht Esimit Europa 2 is now participating in this year's 8th edition of the Palermo - Monte Carlo yacht regatta, which started on Saturday 18th August. ... read full story
Hodgdon charter yacht SCHEHERAZADE winner of the Shipyard Cup X
August 20, 2012
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This year's Shipyard Cup X was won by the 115' luxury charter yacht Scheherazade, constructed by Hodgdon Yachts in 2000, with last refit in 2011. She was followed by charter yachts Rapture and Whisper, respectively. The 2013 edition of this popular event will take place from August 9 to 13. ... read full story
2012 Audi Hamilton Island Race Week: Day 3 – The leading Audi IRC Australian Championship Class A boat is yacht Yendys
August 20, 2012
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Class A sailing yacht Yendys took the leading position of the Audi IRC Australian Championship on Day 3 of the Audi Hamilton Island Race Week. ... read full story
Sea Design supplies crew’s uniforms for the 50m charter yacht QM of London by Benetti
August 20, 2012
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In only two days, the Antibes-based company Sea Design designed, made as well as delivered new uniforms for the 12 crew members of the 50m Benetti charter yacht QM of London. Available for charter in the Mediterranean, this magnificent vessel was successfully sold on 30th July. ... read full story
Superyacht CC105 delivered by Horizon Yachts USA
August 20, 2012
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Horizon Yachts USA has recently delivered the Horizon CC105 yacht. This beautiful explorer can comfortably sleep up to 10 guests plus crew. ... read full story
2012 Audi Hamilton Island Race Week: A top shelf selection
August 19, 2012
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Featuring a 15-knot wind, it has been an ideal day of sailing for Bob Oatley’s 98ft superyacht Wild Oats XI, following yesterday's unexpected day ashore for the IRC classes due to a lack of the wind. ... read full story
2012 Audi Hammilton Island Race Week: A gentle start
August 18, 2012
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It was a gentle start to the 2012 Audi Hamilton Island Race Week on the opening day of this popular Australian yacht regatta, postponed untill lunchtime due to the lack of wind. ... read full story
2012 Audi Hamilton Island Race Week: Three classes to compete to win the Audi IRC Australian Championship
August 18, 2012
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Audi IRC Australian Championship will see three classes competing for the title: 'Audi IRC Australian Champion' at this year's Audi Hamilton Island Race Week. ... read full story
The launch of the 29th annual Audi Hamilton Island Race Week
August 18, 2012
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Hosted by Hamilton Island's Yacht Club, the 29th edition of the Audi Hamilton Island Race Week was officially launched on 17th August with an amazing welcome party and fireworks display. ... read full story
Special rate for the New England charter yacht AXIA by Palmer Johnson
August 17, 2012
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Luxury sailing yacht AXIA is currently available in New England for a great price and two additional free nights if booked for one week. She is an excellent charter yacht with accommodation for 8-9 guests in total. ... read full story
Yachtley motor yacht NOURAH OF RIYAD refitted and lengthened
August 17, 2012
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Now measuring 70 meters in length, the luxury megayacht Nourah of Riyad has been successfully refitted as well as lenghtened by her builder Yachtley. Re-launched in May, this spectacular vessels easily sleeps up to 14 guests. ... read full story
Lewmar and Navtec outfit the newly launched Hoek designed 108ft sailing yacht SIMBA and the 33m Soyaslan MUSIC superyacht
August 17, 2012
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Lewmar and Navtec have commissioned their products on two, newly launched sloops: the classic Hoek-designed 108ft superyacht Simba as well as the 33,5m modern yacht Music, a sistership to Jazz Junior yacht, constructed by the Turkish builder Soyaslan Yard. ... read full story
New prize at Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2012
August 17, 2012
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At this year's Audi Hamilton Island Race Week, the Australia-New Zealand rivalry will be marked not only by the Bledisloe Cup, but also by the new prize, the South Pacific Trophy. Moreover, there will be one other new trophy for the top performing maxi yacht. ... read full story
Sailors arrive at the Audi Hamilton Island Race Week
August 17, 2012
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Sailors coming to Hamilton Island to compete in this year's Audi Hamilton Island Race Week had an amazing opportunity to enjoy the fabulous tropical weather as well as plenty of whales, providing an amazing spectacle. The race is scheduled to kick off tomorrow. ... read full story
2012 Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup to start in less than one month
August 17, 2012
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Running from September 2 to 8, the 2012 Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup is to kick off in less than one month. This year's 23rd edition will be marked by the competitive premiere of the 164ft sailing yacht Better Place as well as the 216ft superyacht Hetairos. ... read full story
A very successful Sydney Boat Show for Horizon Yachts
August 17, 2012
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It was a huge success for Horizon Group at this year's Sydney International Boat Show, with its tri-deck yacht Horizon P110, catamaran yacht CC80 as well as the E56 motor yacht Evolution on display. The largest motoryacht exhibited during the event, Horizon P110 is expected to be sold within the coming weeks. ... read full story
Great success of the new large superyacht range by Rodriguez Group
August 17, 2012
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The French yard Rodriguez Group has successfully finished the third quarter of the financial year 2011/2012. This period culminated with the sale of the 7th 40Alloy luxury yacht 111 by Sanlorenzo as well as the Italyachts superyacht Graziadiu - the 3rd vessel belonging to the popular 43-metre range. ... read full story
One free night of dockage for transient superyachts over 80ft offered by Newport Yacht Club & Marina
August 17, 2012
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IGY's Newport Yacht Club & Marina now offers a unique possibility to transient yachts over 80 feet in length to enjoy one free night of dockage when they stop for three nights. As part of its expansion, this beautiful marina has recently completed the construction of 18 new superyacht berths. ... read full story
Women in Yachting & Ocean Advocacy, the Honorary Committee for the 2012 Bal de la Mer, honouring agnès b
August 16, 2012
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Women in Yachting & Ocean Advocacy, the Honorary Host Committee for the 2012 Bal de la Mer which is honoring Agnès Troublé has been recently announced by the International SeaKeepers Society. ... read full story
Kaiser Permanente – the Official Medical Services and Health Care Partner for the 34th America’s Cup
August 16, 2012
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The health care during the 34th America's Cup in San Francisco will be enhanced by Kaiser Permanente, one of the best health care organizations in the USA. ... read full story
Audi Hamilton Island Race Week to start this Saturday
August 16, 2012
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This Saturday will see the official start of the 29th edition of Audi Hamilton Island Race Week, with almost 2000 yachts present to enjoy this highly anticipated race. The largest luxury vessel to participate is the 98ft superycht Wild Oats XI. ... read full story
The first ORACLE TEAM USA catamaran yacht AC72 to be launched by the end of August
August 16, 2012
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In build at the ORACLE TEAM USA base at Pier 80 as required by the America's Cup rules, the first of the two wingsail catamarans, AC72 yacht is due to be launched by the end of this month. ... read full story
Princess Yachts to attend the 2012 Cannes International Boat Show
August 16, 2012
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With the Princess 40M superyacht Imperial Princess making her international debut, the 2012 Cannes Boat Show will feature a magnificent display of luxury vessels by Princess Yachts. The yard will also debut its Princess 56 yacht. ... read full story
Sunreef Yachts launches the 70 Sunreef Power yacht SKYLARK
August 16, 2012
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Making her debut at the next Cannes Boat Show, the 70 Sunreef Power yacht Skylark by Sunreef Yachts has been successfully launched. With lovely interior inspired by the Sunreef 114 charter yacht CHE, this wonderful catamaran provides a full-beam owner suite, along with four double cabins. ... read full story
Mediterranean premiere for Vripack designed Ribbon 45 SC yacht tender on display at MYS 2012
August 16, 2012
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Ribbon Yachts will debut its 45ft Ribbon 45 SC yacht tender at the upcoming Monaco Yacht Show. Designed by renowned Dutch design studio Vripack, this splendid boat can achieve an amazing maximum speed of 43 knots. ... read full story
Eastern Mediterranean Yacht Charter Special for 36m Motor Yacht DALOLI
August 16, 2012
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Charter Yacht Daloli is an outstanding and exceptionally fast sports vessel, accommodating 8-9 guests in 4 luxurious and modern cabins. Daloli is currently available in the Eastern Mediterranean and for the September bookings she is offering a special of 9 days for the price of 7. ... read full story
Acico superyacht NASSIMA under sea trials
August 16, 2012
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Making her debut at the next Monaco Yacht Show, the 49m motor yacht Nassima by Acico Yachts has recently completed her first sea trial. This wonderful vessel comfortably sleeps up to 12 guests. ... read full story
The first FPB 97 superyacht by Dashew Offshore in build
August 16, 2012
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Due to be launched in 2014, the first FPB97 yacht is currently under construction at Circa Marine in New Zealand. This magnificent, ocean cruising vessel offers beautiful accommodation, with a lovely, full-beam master stateroom. ... read full story
Lurssen delivers the 147m luxury yacht TOPAZ
August 16, 2012
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Presumed to visit Falmouth in the UK this morning, the 147m megayacht Topaz has been successfully delivered to her new Owner. The second largest luxury vessel completed by Lurssen to date, this exceptional vessel is expected to accommodation a total number of 12 guests. ... read full story
SELEX Elsag Yacht Technologies to attend the upcoming Monaco Yacht Show
August 16, 2012
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One of the world's leaders in marine electronics, the Yacht Technologies business of SELEX Elsag, will attend the next Monaco Yacht Show, with their latest entertainment systems on display. ... read full story
The Middle East premiere of the Majesty 125 superyacht Marina Wonder by Gulf Craft
August 16, 2012
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Before sailing to the French Riviera, the latest Majesty 125 motor yacht Marina Wonder got the Middle East debut, organized by Gulf Craft. She is the second largest luxury vessel built by this respected shipyard after the Majesty 135 superyacht. ... read full story
The Mobility Superyacht QUARANTA by Curvelle
August 16, 2012
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Curvelle has modified its luxury superyacht Quaranta, currently in build in Turkey. She is now accessible for guests with mobility restrictions. ... read full story
Charter yachts in French Polynesia (Tahiti) to benefit from high-speed broadband by OmniAccess.
August 16, 2012
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OmniAccess has expanded its network coverage in the remote French Polynesian islands in the Pacific Ocean. As a result, for the first time charter yachts, private yachts and commercial vessels cruising in the region can now benefit from high quality uninterrupted broadband connectivity via the high speed OmniAccess BroadBEAM ULTRA VSAT service. The news follows... ... read full story
Nautor’s Swan Launch the Swan 90S sailing yacht FREYA – the 2,000th Swan sailing yacht
August 16, 2012
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The new Swan 90S sailing yacht Freya has been launched at the Nautor’s Swan facility in Pietarsaari, Finland. Under clear skies and warm sunshine on Tuesday 14 August 2012 yacht FREYA was lowered into the water, becoming the 2,000th new Swan built and launched by the team of uniquely talented craftsmen since the conception of... ... read full story
Global Superyacht Forum announces first speakers
August 15, 2012
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The first speakers to participate at the 2012 Global Superyacht Forum have been revealed. These include Sean Wing from Pinmar, Marnix Hoekstra from Vripack, as well as Ashok Rajan from Merrill Lynch. ... read full story
Italyachts’ 43m motor yacht GRAZIADIU delivered
August 15, 2012
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Italyachts has recently delivered the third unit from their 43-metre series, the luxury superyacht Graziadiu. This wonderful vessel is designed by renowned Andrea Bacigalupo and reaches an impressive top speed of 35 knots. ... read full story
Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show to celebrate its 25th anniversary in 2013
August 15, 2012
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The next year will be marked by the 25th anniversary of the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, running from May 23 to 26. The event now features a new executive general manager, Keith Allardice. ... read full story
Overall Dealership of the Year Award 2012 for R Marine South Australia
August 15, 2012
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Liam Power, on behalf of Steve Domigan NZ, Pete Devery, Michael Joyce as well as Paul Harrop from R Marine South Australia have all received the esteemed Overall Dealership of the Year award at the annual Riviera Dealer Awards. ... read full story
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