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Boot Düsseldorf 2011: Another world premiere for Esthec

January 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Esthec and Holterman Infinity have joined forces for a global launch at Boot Düsseldorf (22 to 30 January 2011). During the exhibition, Holterman will proudly show off its latest creation, the INFINITY 501. This super-speed 50 ft aluminium yacht, in a daring combination of orange and grey metallic, has been fitted with an Esthec deck. ... read full story

Palmer Johnson PJ 170 (PJ-502) Motor Yacht In Build

January 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The second motor yacht in the Palmer Johnson 170 series is currently in build and progressing well at the Palmer Johnson yard with an expected delivery in June 2011. The new PJ 170 motor yacht measures 52.20m (171′) in length and combines strong lines with sleek sophistication. ... read full story

64th Annual BIG Seattle Boat Show 2011

January 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

64th Annual BIG Seattle Boat Show 2011

The 64th Annual BIG Seattle Boat Show 2011 continues for 10 days over two full weekends. From kayaks to mega yachts and everything in between, this show has it all. ... read full story

St.Maarten Heineken Regatta 2011: Superstar, Wyclef Jean to headline 2011 event

January 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Internationally acclaimed Grammy-award winning Wyclef Jean is slated to headline the 2011 St. Maarten Heineken Regatta! This free performance will close the 31st St. Maarten Heineken Regatta on Sunday March 6th, 2011 on Kim Sha beach. ... read full story

Rolex Fastnet Race 2011: RORC confirms huge interest in iconic race

January 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Entry for one of the world’s most popular yacht races opened at midnight on Sunday 9 January and by midday Monday, nearly 100 entries had signed up, with an unprecedented number doing so in the early hours of the morning. The trend continued over the next couple of days when the halfway mark of 150 boats was reached for the race which has a maximum entry of 300 boats. Within a week, 250 boats had entered! ... read full story

Riviera celebrates 30 years of yacht building

January 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Riviera, Australia’s most awarded pleasure boat builder has marked yet another major milestone celebrating its 30 year anniversary by releasing a limited edition commemorative poster. The A1 size gloss and foiled full colour poster features 70 different models built over the 30 year period between 1980 and 2010 reflecting Riviera’s philosophy of constant innovation and integrity. ... read full story

World Superyacht Awards 2011 Finalists

January 19, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

100 superyacht nominations have been whittled down to an outstanding list of 62 World Superyacht Awards 2011 Finalists who are in contention to receive a coveted Neptune Trophy. An independent jury comprised of 14 superyacht owners will meet in March at Porto Montenegro, located at Tivat in the picturesque Bay of Kotor, to decide which yachts will receive a prized Neptune Award in 2011. ... read full story

Garmin® to Outfit Fluid Motion’s Ranger Tugs, Trawlers and Cutwater Boats

January 19, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Fluid Motion, designers and builders of Ranger Tugs, has announced that Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, will be the exclusive electronics supplier to outfit their full line of cruising tugs, including the new Cutwater Boats—an innovative line of trailerable pilothouse cruisers. This new OEM partnership is being announced in advance of the Seattle Boat Show, where the first Cutwater Boats will debut. ... read full story

Rolex U.S. and Caribbean Sailing Events 2011

January 19, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Rolex have issued a Calendar Announcement for 2011 detailing the dates and locations of the Rolex U.S. and Caribbean Sailing Events during 2011. ... read full story

Overmarine Shipyard launches 6th Mangusta Open 165’ motor yacht

January 19, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

On Tuesday January the 10th 2010, the Mangusta open 165’ construction number 6 was launched. The Mangusta Open 165’ represents the maximum expression of the nautical technology combining high performances to use’s flexibility and comfort for the Owner. The 6th Mangusta Open 165’, features interiors conceived and designed by Overmarine Shipyard’s technical and décor department, on Customer requirements and inputs. ... read full story

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