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The world’s largest 89m mast of the 75.2m superyacht M5 (ex Mirabella V) removed

April 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The prominent UK-based shipyard Pendennis removed the Ron Holland designed sailing yacht M5 (ex Mirabella 5)´s main mast in advance of her 13 month refit. She boasts the world´s largest mast, measuring 89 metres, destepping of which was coordinated by Marine Results, with the lift needing 4 cranes, 40 staff as well as more than 8 hours to finish the operation. ... read full story

Gulf Craft attended the 1st Ajman Industrial Exhibition

April 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Founded in 1982 in Ajman, the Middle East´s largest superyacht builder, Gulf Craft, was present at the 1st edition of the Ajman Industrial Exhibition, running from April 23-25, 2012 and showcasing the local products. ... read full story

Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race: Day 14 – Half of the fleet completed the Ocean Sprint

April 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Half of the fleet brought to the end the Ocean Sprint on Day 14 of the Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race, with Geraldton Western Australia setting new time to beat in the Ocean Sprint. ... read full story

The inaugural MOD70 trans-oceanic KRYS OCEAN RACE set for July 7, 2012

April 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The new MOD70 trans-oceanic KRYS OCEAN RACE was proudly presented for the very first time yesterday at the French Consulate in New York, as the start city to this race, set for July 7, 2012. The race is expected to be attended by the world´s best sailors, with the finish line in Brest, France between 13 and 14 July 2012. ... read full story

HISWA Amsterdam in-water Boat Show 2012 offers rate reduction to exhibitors

April 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

HISWA Amsterdam in-water Boat Show 2012 has launched a new promotion for exhibitors - a reduction of 15% on rates for stand space and berths, as well as volume discount, based on the total number of yachts present at the Show. Held for the very first time at the heart of Amsterdam, the Show runs from September 4 to 9, 2012. ... read full story

Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club received the “Yacht Club of the Year” award

April 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

One of the largest yacht clubs in the world, the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club, has won once again the “Yacht Club of the Year” award, organised by The Asian Marine & Boating Awards for the 3rd year running. ... read full story

Princess Yachts exhibited at the Croatia Boat Show 2012

April 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Princess Yachts recorded a huge success at this year´s Croatia Boat Show, exhibiting the largest vessels present at the Show, including the Princess 72 yacht. ... read full story

The New Official Range of Princess Merchandise

April 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Princess Yachts has proudly presented its new official range of merchandise, collaborating with the popular Italian marine clothing brand SLAM. ... read full story

Swan yachts attended the Mapfre PalmaVela yacht regatta

April 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Swan yachts, including the Swan 60 sailing yacht Emma, the Yacht Club of St. Petersburg´s Swan 60 yacht Bronenosec, as well as the Swan 80 superyacht Alpina were present at this year´s Mapfre PalmaVela regatta. Emma took 3rd place, Bronenosec came 7th, while Alpina 9th. ... read full story

McConaghy Boats receive the “Most Innovative Company Award”

April 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A builder of the spectacular 140ft trimaran yacht Adastra, McConaghy Boats, has been awarded the "Most Innovative Company" at this year´s China (Shanghai) International Boat Show for the 3rd year running. ... read full story

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