2012 October

News Archive

Azimut Yachts and Atlantis to attend the 2012 Genoa Boat Show with 24 yachts on display

October 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The total number of 24 luxury yachts will be exhibited by Azimut Yachts and Atlantis at the upcoming Genoa International Boat Show, starting this Saturday. These include the Azimut 84 superyacht as well as Azimut Magellano 76 yacht. ... read full story

The early lead in the fleet racing championship of the second ACWS San Francisco for Ben Ainslie

October 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Ben Ainslie's J.P. Morgan BAR is currently leading in the second America's Cup World Series San Francisco Fleet Racing Championship, following their great victory on Racing Day 2. ... read full story

The 4th ICOMIA Global Environmental Legislation Guide

October 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The latest environmental legislation available as of August 2012 can be found in the 4th edition of Global Environmental Legislation Guide, recently published by ICOMIA, the International Council of Marine Industry Associations. ... read full story

Palapa Marina St. Martin and the new Palapa Beach Resort Curacao

October 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Palapa Marina is a beautiful superyacht marina, located in Simpson bay Lagoon, in the west of the island of St Martin in the Caribbean. It comfortably accommodates 22 superyachts measuring up to 250ft in LOA. Another Caribbean island, Curacao, will boast the new Palapa Beach Resort, featuring a five-star hotel, an exclusive mega yacht marina as well as casino. ... read full story

Graf IPANEMA yacht tender – a classic wooden Runabout

October 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The lovely Ipanema yacht tender by Graf Bootsbau is not only a tender, but a splendid, classic wooden runabout, made to fall in love with. Available for sale for at least 380.000 Euro for the basic version, it can be powered by one or two motors, with diesel or otto engines. ... read full story

Graf IPANEMA yacht tender – a new legend was born

October 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Launched for the first time in Kressbronn, July 19th, 2007, Ipanema yacht tender is a splendid wood runabout, created by Florian and Günther Graf from Germany. The classic Ipanema represents a timeless elegance and reaches an impressive top speed of 40 knots. ... read full story

Yachting Pages gets feedback from captains and crew

October 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The recent feedback from captains and crew, organized by Yachting Pages along the Cote d'Azur during the Cannes and Monaco shows, had very interesting results. This top superyacht directory and its new website are very popular among the superyachts' staff. ... read full story

The 52nd Genoa International Boat Show to start on Saturday

October 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Starting this Saturday, this year's Genoa International Boat Show will host around 900 exhibitors. The largest luxury vessel on display will be the 72-metre superyacht Stella Maris by Viareggio Superyachts. ... read full story

Northern Marine marketing its expedition yachts and superyachts through video by YachtVid

October 05, 2012

Written by Chelsea Smith

Northern Marine has hired YachtVid to assist in video marketing of its long range expedition yachts and luxury yachts.  Initial projects include a listing for the Northern Marine 80′ motor yacht Atlas, promotional video for the 65′ Aquila yacht and progressive construction footage of the new 85′ yacht Blood Baron. YachtVid’s website showcases listings, while... ... read full story

World’s two tallest masts of sailing yacht Salute and superyacht M5 serviced by Marine Results

October 05, 2012

Written by Chelsea Smith

Marine Results, an international rigging and structural inspection company has just carried out service work on the masts of sailing yacht M5 and superyacht Salute – two of the world’s tallest masts.  Marine Results inspected the rig of fast cruising sloop Salute which has the world’s tallest aluminium mast at a towering 75 metres.  But... ... read full story

Semifinals at America’s Cup World Series San Francisco for Artemis Racing and Emirates Team New Zealand

October 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The second day of racing in the second leg of the America’s Cup World Series San Francisco was marked by convincing wins of Artemis Racing and Emirates Team New Zealand. ... read full story

Positive results for MCM Yacht Management at Monaco Yacht Show 2012

October 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It has been a very successful Monaco Yacht Show for MCM Yacht Management this year. The company has signed up 4 yachts and 5 yachts are currently under construction with MCM acting for Owner. ... read full story

Sailing yacht Project E-630 concept by Dixon Yacht Design

October 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Dixon Yacht Design developed 33m superyacht Project E-530 is an outstanding concept, providing beautiful accommodation in 5 lovely cabins. ... read full story

Hull of the Dixon designed 45m sailing yacht Y3 arrives at Holland Jachtbouw

October 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Holland Jachtbouw is happy to welcome a new addition to its family, the 45m superyacht Y3. Due to be launched in 2014, she is designed by well known Dixon Yacht Design. ... read full story

The latest addition to the J-class revival – the 43m Holland Jachtbouw sailing yacht J8 designed by Hoek

October 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Scheduled for launch in 2013, the splendid J-Class superyacht J8 was originally designed by Frank Paine in 1935. She now boasts design by Hoek optimised for the modern handicap rules of the JCA. Her hull has been already completed and is ready for the final stage of construction at Holland Jachtbouw. ... read full story

A very busy Monaco Yacht Show 2012 for CMN Yachts

October 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It has been a very busy Monaco Yacht Show for the prominent French luxury yacht builder, CMN Yachts, this year. Visitors to this prestigious event found very interesting the company's high end technology booth, which has also attracted SAS Prince Albert II. ... read full story

Additional awards for Pendennis’ Apprenticeship Scheme

October 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The prestigious UK luxury yacht Pendennis is pleased to announce that its Apprenticeship scheme has received futher awards. The company has been awarded with the ‘Large Employer of the Year’ prize for the South West. ... read full story

Horizon to debut new yacht models at 2012 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

October 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Horizon Group will be present at this year's Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, premiering its newest E56 yacht and showcasing three other models. These comprise the E88 motor yacht, the PC60 power catamaran yacht La Manguita as well as expedition yacht EP69. ... read full story

Eco-friendly catamaran yacht Paracas 120 concept by Paracas Yachts

October 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The most cost-efficient luxury vessel on the market today, the 36-metre green catamaran yacht Paracas 120 by Paracas Yachts provides all the comfort of a luxury superyacht, while using self-sustained power. She easily sleeps up to 12 guests in 6 stylish double cabins. ... read full story

America’s Cup World Series San Francisco: Day 1

October 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Peter Burling of Team Korea as well as China Team’s Phil Robertson highlighted the first day of racing at America's Cup World Series San Francisco with their first victories in very difficult weather conditions. ... read full story

Second racing at the America’s Cup World Series San Francisco got underway today

October 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The second leg of the America's Cup World Series San Francisco started today. The first match race has been won by China Team. ... read full story

Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez: Passion and St Tropez go hand in hand

October 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez represents a great passion for sailing and for vintage yachts, in particular. The total number of 55 yachts belonging to the 114-strong Tradition division are eligible for the Rolex Trophy. The oldest is sailing yacht Marigold, designed by Charles E. Nicholson. ... read full story

This year’s Monaco Yacht Show attended by 33,000 participants

October 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's Monaco Yacht Show has reported a huge success. Attended by 33,000 participants, there was a total number of 103 luxury superyachts on display, such as the 67m Alloy sailing yacht Vertigo - winner of the 2012 MYS design award. ... read full story

The Caribbean Sailing Association measurers gather in Antigua to review CSA rule

October 03, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

CSA measurers met in Antigua last week to review the CSA rules ahead of the 2013 racing season. ... read full story

26 Azimut Benetti yachts to be present at Genoa Boat Show

October 03, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Luxury yacht builder Azimut Benetti Group has announced its presence at this year's Genoa International Boat Show with 26 yacht on display, including 4 world premiers. ... read full story

Second leg of the America’s Cup World Series San Francisco to kick off tomorrow

October 03, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The second America's Cup World Series San Francisco with qualifying racing for the match racing championship will begin tomorrow. ... read full story

IBEX 2012 Winners of Exhibitor Video Awards (EVA)

October 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Vetus America, Marinco/Mastervolt, as well as Insync Marine have been presented as winners of Exhibitor Video Awards (EVA) at the All-Industry Breakfast during this year's International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX). ... read full story

The results of the first year of operation and the new plant opened by Sessa Marine in Brazil

October 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Sessa Marine Brazil has reached very successful financial results during the first year of its existence. The company has also inaugurated the new plant and its second year will be focused on customer care. ... read full story

New Website Features Added by J Class Yachts Supporters

October 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The J Class Supporters' site now boasts a new design and additional features, such as the Fleet Tracker page. By clicking on this page, it is possible to follow the yacht's track during a race, if the AIS tracker is activated. ... read full story

2012 Captains Breakfast – October 18th in Palma

October 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Thursday, October 18, will see the 2012 Captains Breakfast, speaking about the topics relevant to today's marine industry, such as crew benefits. ... read full story

Triton Submarines to reveal a new luxury submarine charter service at the 2012 FLIBS

October 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The world’s first luxury submarine charter service will be presented by the US company, Triton Submarines, LLC at the upcoming Fort Lauderdale Boat Show. Triton's submersibles will be also hosted by the luxury charter yacht SuRi during an expedition in Antarctica, running this December. ... read full story

Du Toit Yacht Design launch the Open Ocean 750 Luxury Sports Expedition Yacht QUO VADIS

October 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Du Toit Yacht Design has successfully launched the Open Ocean 750 expedition yacht Quo Vadis. Built by Two Oceans Marine, this lovely catamaran provides comfortable accommodation for game fishing expeditions, whether private or charter. ... read full story

A video of the SW 100 RS luxury yacht CAPE ARROW by Southern Wind Shipyard

October 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The splendid 2011 superyacht Cape Arrow is constructed by Southern Wind Shipyard as its third SW 100 RS cruiser. She boasts naval architecture by renowned Farr Yacht Design. ... read full story

Motor yacht Manhattan 73 by Sunseeker Yachts to make her US debut at the 2012 FLIBS

October 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The well known UK shipyard, Sunseeker International, will present its newest Manhattan 73 yacht at the next Fort Lauderdale Boat Show. This luxury vessel offers comfortable accommodation in three en-suite double cabins as well as a fourth twin cabin. ... read full story

Princess Yachts to premiere more new yacht models than ever in 2013 model year

October 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's Fort Lauderdale Boat Show will boast such splendid Princess vessels as the impressive 40M superyacht Imperial Princess, as well as V39 and V57 yachts. Represented by Viking Sport Cruisers, the V72 and V78 yachts will also make their debut in Fort Lauderdale. ... read full story

A new member for IGY Marinas network – Blue Haven Marina in Turks & Caicos Islands

October 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The fabulous Blue Haven Marina has recently joined the IGY Marinas network. Located in the Turks & Caicos Islands, it will offer an exclusive berths for yachts measuring up to 180ft in length as of summer 2013. ... read full story

Princess Yachts Family Fun Day for families of employees

October 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The total number of four local charities were delighted to benefit from the 2012 Princess Yachts Family Fun Day, dedicated to the families of employees. ... read full story

The new virtual tours for Horizon 105 superyacht and the E88 yacht Arabella II

October 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Horizon Group is proud to present two new virtual tours for its Horizon P105 yacht as well as the E88 superyacht Arabella II. Available on the company's website, they provide a unique opportunity to view a vessel as if being on board. ... read full story

Canados 120 superyacht FAR AWAY receives two prizes at the 2012 World Yachts Trophies

October 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Italian builder, Canados Yachts, had a double reason for celebration. Its Canados 120 superyacht Far Away had a great success at this year's Cannes Boat Show, and in addition won two prizes at the 2012 World Yachts Trophies. This spectacular vessel boasts beautiful interior design by well known Francesco Paszkowski. ... read full story

Canados 86 motor yacht AMALTHEA delivered

October 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

On display at this year's Cannes Boat Show, the Canados 86 superyacht Amalthea has been recently delivered by the Italian company, Canados Yachts, offering beautiful accommodation to up to 10 guests. ... read full story

Tradition at Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez

October 02, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Today's racing was marked by tradition with such beautiful classic sailing yachts as Mariska, Hispania, Tuiga and Lady Anne yacht. ... read full story

Moonen 94 motor yacht INFINITY arrives to Endeavour Quay for full refit

October 02, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Luxury yacht Infinity arrives at Endeavour Quay for a full refit for the first time since her launch in 2007. ... read full story

Admiral Tecnomar Group sells Motor Yacht IMPERO 37 RPH

October 02, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Luxury yacht builder Admiral Tecnomar Group has announced the sale of the 37 metre luxury yacht IMPERO 37 RPH, designed by Luca Dini, due for delivery in 2014. ... read full story

Oyster Palma Regatta 2012: Day 3

October 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Oyster yachts racing in the 2012 Oyster Palma Regatta enjoyed spectacular weather conditions on the last day of competing, followed by the prize giving and a gala dinner, attended by 250 Oyster owners as well as their guests. ... read full story

An amazing campaigning summer for the 34m Royal Huisman superyacht UNFURLED

October 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Royal Huisman luxury yacht Unfurled has been very successful in this year's regattas, including the Pendennis Cup, taking second place, as well as the Superyacht Cup in Cowes, winning the third place. This beautiful, 34-metre sloop is designed by German Frers and was launched in 2000. ... read full story

Sailing yacht SW 82 RS by Southern Wind Shipyard

October 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The respected South African company, Southern Wind Shipyard, is presently working on the SW 82 RS superyacht. This beautiful fast cruiser is designed by Nauta Design, with naval architecture by Farr Yacht Design. ... read full story

Open Day and Sail aboard Southern Wind superyacht CAPE ARROW

October 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Visitors to this year's Genoa Boat Show will have a unique opportunity to visit the latest SW 100s luxury yacht Cape Arrow by Southern Wind Shipyard during four days of "Open Day and Sail" aboard this spectacular vessel. ... read full story

The first Annual General Meeting (AGM) hosted by Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association during the 2012 MYS

October 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association held its first Annual General Meeting (AGM) during this year's Monaco Yacht Show, electing a Committee that will lead the Association for the next 2 years. ... read full story

Marina Port Vell – a World Class Superyacht Marina in a World Class City

October 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Strategically located in the heart of Barcelona, Marina Port Vell is being transformed to become a World Class Superyacht Marina in a World Class City. It will provide five star facilities as well as ultimate on site concierge services for yachts of all sizes. ... read full story

Ipanema yacht tender by Graf Bootsbau presented at the 2012 MYS

October 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The German company, Graf Bootsbau, has developed a splendid Ipanema yacht tender, built by Winfried H. Wilke's company “Yacht Design International” in Kassel. This beautiful, wooden runabout was on display at this year's Monaco Yacht Show. ... read full story

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