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Rolex Fastnet Race 2011: Tortoises and Hares

May 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Rolex Fastnet is more than just a race. When the British Isles weather conspires to deliver conditions typical of the time of year it becomes a true test of human endeavour. It is for this reason that the 608-nautical mile race consistently attracts a large and varied fleet: man and machine set against the... ... read full story

Mount Gay Rum sponsors Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week

May 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Mount Gay Rum will be back to support Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week as the official ‘Regatta Rum’. Around 8,500 competitors sailing in nearly 1,000 boats and many more visitors will be able to enjoy ‘the rum that invented rum’ which has a heritage dating back to 1705. Alvin Saal, Brand Manager for Mount Gay... ... read full story

Boating Industries Alliance Australia (BIAA) joins ICOMIA

May 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The recently established Boating Industries Alliance Australia (BIAA) has joined the International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) as a full member. The newly formed peak body for the marine industry in Australia is the successor to the now disbanded Australian Marine Industries Federation (AMIF). “Following the demise of AMIF, I am very pleased that a... ... read full story

The Singapore Boating (SBIA) joins ICOMIA

May 19, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The newly formed Singapore Boating Industry Association (SBIA) has been approved as a full member of the International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA). The decision was made at the ICOMIA Executive Committee meeting on 12 May 2011. SBIA is in its formation year after having being formally registered as an association in February. The... ... read full story

Italy passes welcome new regulations to reduce superyacht bureaucracy

May 18, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

In a move that is sure to bring many smiles in the luxury yacht industry, Italy has recently passed new laws, called the Decreto Sviluppo, which will have the effect of reducing much of the unnecessary bureaucracy surrounding the Italian marine and superyacht sector. It will also help in creating a simplification of much of... ... read full story

Ventura receives customer relations award from Pershing (Ferretti Group)

May 17, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

In recognition of its exceptional customer relations and customer relationship management, Ventura UK has received the ‘Best Marketing & CRM Performance’ award from Pershing. he award was made at Pershing’s recent dealer conference in Cattolica, Italy, which was attended by principals and representatives from 60 Pershing dealerships around the world. ... read full story

Superyacht Australia appoints new Board Member of SYBA

May 16, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Superyacht Australia appoints new Board Member Jim Livermore

Superyacht Australia Chairman Barry Jenkins has announced the appointment of Jim Livermore as a Director of SYBA replacing Dominic White who resigned recently from the Board. ... read full story

Genoa Yacht Charter Show 2011 – MYBA reports another successful year

May 16, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

MYBA -The Worldwide Yachting Association is pleased to announce the completion of another successful charter show in Genoa from May 2 – 6 2011. A total of 79 yachts were presented with standards and quality of the exhibiting yachts was exceptionally high with many brand new yachts having only just left the yard. The Show remains a unique opportunity for charter brokers to view charter yachts available for the season ahead. ... read full story

2011 ICOMIA World Marinas Conference in Singapore Exceeds Expectations

May 13, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

An exceptional, global audience gathered together over the last two days in Singapore’s Swissotel The Stamford for the 2011 ICOMIA World Marine Conference. Held in Asia for the first time ever, 270 delegates attended from far and wide with representatives from Korea, China, Thailand, India, US, Hong Kong, Australia, Europe, Middle East, South America and of course, Singapore. ... read full story

2011 Rolex Big Boat Series in San Francisco

May 12, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

With San Francisco receiving extra attention from sailing fans courtesy of the America’s Cup, it comes as no surprise that the Bay will be bustling with additional activity this fall when the 2011 Rolex Big Boat Series gets underway. Scheduled for September 8-11 and hosted by St. Francis Yacht Club, the event is in its 47th year and shows no signs of slowing down. ... read full story

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