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Chris O’Connor appointed new Managing Director for Sealine

June 04, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Sealine is delighted to announce the appointment of Chris O’Connor as its new Managing Director. This appointment follows the recent move of former MD, Steve Coultate, to take up the position of Vice President and General Manager of the Brunswick European Boat Business Unit, after having been responsible for the development Sealine over the past... ... read full story

New Design Projects and R&D Manager hired at OCEANCO

June 04, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Oceanco has engaged Dirk de Jong to reinforce their Technical Sales Department. De Jong is no stranger to the company. He was a Project Manager with Oceanco from 1997-2001, during which time he oversaw the building of both the 62.6 meter Lady Lola and the 95 meter Al Mirqab (kna Indian Empress), which is, to date, the longest private yacht ever built in The Netherlands. Most recently De Jong was commercial and project development manager for Platinum Yachts in Dubai, UAE. ... read full story

88ft Frers Sailing Yacht TULIP to be built by K&M Yachtbuilders

June 04, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

K&M Yachtbuilders are proud to announce that they are the chosen yacht builder for an 88 ft (26m) classic sloop TULIP. The Sailing Yacht is designed by the Argentinean Naval Architect German Frers Jr. Sailing Yacht Tulip will offer accommodation for six guests and two crew members. Her lifting keel provides for a large sailing area and more options for navigating in smaller harbours. ... read full story

Derecktor’s Capabilities demonstrated during the American Superyacht Forum

June 03, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Tour of the Derecktor Shipyard

During the American Superyacht Forum held this  year 23rd – 26th of May in Newport, Rhode Island, a roadtrip was organised to visit the Bridgeport based Derecktor Shipyard. Just before the excursion to Derecktor’s, about 250 key industry leaders met for three days to discuss and debate a different range of topics facing the superyacht... ... read full story

Stagecoach Founder Brian Souter Invests £9.5m into Sunseeker

June 03, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Stagecoach founder Brian Souter invests £9.5m into Sunseeker,  a significant minority stake in the luxury motor yacht manufacturer Sunseeker International. A spokesman for Souter yesterday highlighted the Scottish entrepreneur’s appetite for investment in manufacturing businesses. The spokesman also pointed out Souter’s desire for the UK to become a great manufacturing nation again. When asked about... ... read full story

New procedure about the Harbour- Master formalities regarding arrival and departure from the Italian ports

June 03, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

As a result of the intensive collaboration activity with Federagenti (The Association of  Italian Shipping Agents  ) on the 18th May 2010, the General Management for Sea Freight Transport of the Ministry of Transport has informed the Italian Harbour Master’s  Office in Rome of the new procedure about the Harbour- Master formalities regarding arrival and departure... ... read full story

Trinity House Yachting Cadetship – designed for anyone with a passion for working on board superyachts

June 03, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

UKSA, is offering four young people the chance of a lifetime to gain a place on the Trinity House Yachting Cadetship. Starting this autumn, successful applicants will not only have their full course fees paid, but will also receive a maintenance grant to help fund them through their studies over the three years of the... ... read full story

Business as usual at Drettmann’s despite the insolvency

June 03, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Drettmann International

Drettmann GmbH opened Insolvency proceedings on the 25th of May 2010. According to the company’s management this step was necessary, because restructuring talks with house banks couldn’t be bought to a positive conclusion in the time frame required . Despite insolvency proceedings the business is going on in full. For decades Drettmann GmbH has been... ... read full story

Princess Yachts report increased turnover and strong profits

June 02, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Princess Yachts have announced very positive results for the year ended 31 December 2009, despite continued uncertainty in global economic conditions. Princess yachts have reported an increased turnover of £213.8 million, up 3% from the previous year, driven by the continued investment in new product development and the establishment of new markets. ... read full story

Construction Begins on Porto Arsenal a New Superyacht Marina in Northern Sardinia

June 02, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The new Sardinia marina is to have dedicated superyacht moorings and berth and there will be residential, retail and commercial facilities. Marina on Porto Arsena also provides for maxi sailing yachts and racing yachts, a design hotel of 120 rooms and suites, a medical spa of 3,500 square meters, a shopping gallery of 8,000 square meters, an area of 105 residential apartments and a conference center of 1,700 square meters. ... read full story

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