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Pure Superyacht Refit Appoints New Project Manager

April 27, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Pure Superyacht Refit Appoints New Project Manager Ivan Jefferson

Pure Superyacht Refit, based in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, has appointed a new Project Manager Ivan Salas Jefferson who will work with the existing team to provide a specialist refit management service for superyachts at locations across Europe. ... read full story

Alewijnse to outfit six new Amels LIMITED EDITIONS Superyachts

April 27, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Alewijnse Marine Systems, a leading systems integrator based in Nijmegen in the Netherlands, has signed an agreement with top Dutch superyacht builder AMELS, to undertake the complete electrical outfitting on six new LIMITED EDITIONS superyachts at AMELS’ yard in Vlissingen. ... read full story

Kestrel 106 Sailing Yacht in build – A superyacht designed by Ron Holland Design

April 26, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Kestrel 106 sailing yacht is a new breed of superyacht designed for an exceptional onboard lifestyle. The world class semi-custom sailing superyacht Kestrel 106 has naval architecture and external styling by Ron Holland Design and is currently under construction at the Aganlar Boatyard in Bodrum Turkey. The first Kestrel 106 sailing yacht measuring 32.4m will be launched in the summer of 2011. ... read full story

Peters & May reports significant growth in superyacht exports

April 25, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Peters & May, a leading global superyacht transportation provider has reported a significant growth in export volume for for both the UK & USA offices in the first three months of 2011. The company exported seven superyachts including 50m motor yacht Al Mirqab III and 40m yacht Garfield. In the same period the company transported 1164 yachts up to 30m and over 450 boats and yachts in March alone. ... read full story

Wally Yachts and Financial Times launch Maxi Yacht Grand Prix Series 2011

April 25, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Wally Yachts and the Financial Times have joined forces to launch a new Maxi Yacht racing series. The FT Wally Grand Prix Series is a unique series of races for the world’s largest fleet of Maxi racing yachts. The racing teams feature sailing’s premier talent from the America's Cup and the Olympics together with some of the most prominent captains of industry. The series takes place between April and October, moving between the Mediterranean’s most glamorous and vibrant sailing locations. ... read full story

Royal Caribbean Cruises receives award from Seatrade for leadership program

April 25, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. received recognition for its shipboard “Building On Talent” leadership development program during this year’s Seatrade Awards Ceremonial Dinner. The ceremony, which took place at the Guildhall in London on April 14, 2011, included over 350 of the maritime industry’s key players, and celebrated the outstanding contributions made over the last year for safe, efficient and environmentally friendly shipping. During the awards gala, the Royal Caribbean was presented the “Investment in People” award. ... read full story

‘Huisfit’ Superyacht refit, repair and renewal launched by Royal Huisman

April 22, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Royal Huisman has launched ‘Huisfit’ dedicated to Superyacht refit, repair and renewal. The Dutch yard Royal Huisman who is principally known as a builder of fine custom superyachts has undertaken refit work for many years, however after an in-depth study they are broadening their business model with ‘Huisfit’ a carefully planned expansion of its superyacht refit and repair business. The important strategic move will utilize a more efficient deployment of its human and physical resources over a wider range and a greater number of projects. ... read full story

73m Motor Yacht Sapphire by Nobiskrug delivered and sold

April 22, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 73m Motor yacht Sapphire was delivered by Nobiskrug yesterday and has just been sold making her the first yacht, more than 70m in length to be sold in 2011. Measuring 73.55 m (242 ft) superyacht Sapphire built under the hull number 781 boasts interior and exterior design by Newcruise Yacht Projects of Hamburg with build management by Kristal Walters. ... read full story

120m Motor yacht PA 122 by Oceanco – A Nuvolari & Lenard superyacht design

April 22, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 120m motor yacht project called PA 122 is mega yacht to be built by Oceanco featuring design and styling by Nuvolari & Lenard. The Oceanco PA122 motor yacht features a steel hull an angular aluminium superstructure. Her lines are memorable and look somewhat futuristic. ... read full story

First ISA 140 motor yacht under construction at ISA Yachts

April 22, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The first ISA 140 motor yacht is currently under construction at ISA Shipyard in Ancona. The ISA 140 series is ISA’s largest semi-custom superyacht of composite construction with hull and superstructure built from Fibre Reinforced Plastic (FRP). The first hull in the ISA 140 series is due to be completed and launched in 2011. ... read full story

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