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Maintenance and Management Can Generate Strong Revenues for Gulf’s Maritime Industry

March 30, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

A leading player in the local yacht repair and maintenance sector says new marinas across the Gulf spell a more buoyant future for the development of the region’s support and service industry, which in turn boosts the region’s ability to attract more yachts to its shores. ... read full story

Singapore to introduce new licences for yachts 24m and over

March 30, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) in Singapore will introduce a the Advanced Power Pleasure Craft Driving licence in the second half of 2011 for those operating yachts 24m and above. “The Advanced Power Pleasure Craft Driving Licence is in anticipation of future pleasure craft which could be larger," an MPA spokesperson told MediaCorp. ... read full story

Les Voiles de St. Barth 2011: Exceptional Yachts and Crews

March 29, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

There will be more than fifty of them: yachts of every size and class from all over the Caribbean, competing at Les Voiles de St. Barth. For the second year, the St. Barth Yacht Club and their partners have come up with a spectacular program for this international yachting event that runs from April 4 – 9. Some of the most notable yachts with their experienced crew will be on hand for a week of racing on the fantastic sailing waters of the Caribbean ... read full story

40th Anniversary BVI Spring Regatta fleet features firsts and favorites

March 29, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The final countdown has begun and racing will commence next week at the 40th Anniversary BVI Spring Regatta and Sailing Festival (March 28-April 3, 2011), giving attending sailors reason to celebrate. Historically, the BVI Spring Regatta has attracted some of the world’s fastest yachts and sailors, and this year’s exceptional entry list is proof that this tradition continues. ... read full story

Dometic Marine appoints Dennis Chiang to strengthen Asia Pacific Sales Team

March 29, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Dometic Marine, the world's leading supplier of marine air conditioning and sanitation systems, has recently appointed Dennis Chiang as OEM and Aftermarket Sales Manager for the Asia Pacific. Chiang will be responsible for developing new business and maintaining product sales within the region. ... read full story

Estimated Media Impact Value of the 2010 Audi MedCup grows by 65,6% year on year since 2009.

March 29, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Sport+Markt, one of the leading sports research and consultancy companies, have concluded their research and evaluation of the 2010 Audi MedCup Circuit with a result that ascertains the world's leading regatta circuit returned 41,1 million euros in terms of media impact over the course of the year. ... read full story

Sailing yacht Virago wins Class and Overall at St. Barths Bucket 2011

March 29, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Nautor Swans’ Sailing yacht VIRAGO won not only her class at the recent St. Barths Regatta, but took home the overall prize as well! One of only a few 100 ft. Nautor Swan sailing yachts built, S/Y VIRAGO, a Swan 100S model, is an outstanding choice for an unforgettable sailing experience. ... read full story

China Team to contest the 34th America’s Cup

March 29, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

For the second time in America’s Cup history, China has entered a team to challenge for the oldest sporting trophy in the world, and bring it to China. The Team is to Feature Mainly Chinese Sailors, on a China-Built Boat ... read full story

Greenline Yacht Interiors to complete 8 RFF135 motor yachts by the Royal Falcon Fleet

March 29, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Based on the existing contract with Royal Falcon fleet to complete the interiors of the first two units of the series of superyacht catamarans, Greenline Yacht Interiors has recently finalised the agreement to complete a further eight RFF135, which is merely the dawn of a visionary superyacht fleet programme. ... read full story

Karpaz Gate Marina, Northern Cyprus: Demand for berths ahead of Opening

March 29, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

With less than eight weeks to go until the soft-opening of Karpaz Gate Marina, the first-ever luxury marina in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), anticipation has been building among yachting enthusiasts around the world, including those who have signed up to be among the first to use the marina's berthing facilities. ... read full story

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