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Superyacht Australia’s strong presence at the NZ Marine Superyacht Captains Forum, Auckland

September 21, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

With New Zealand a close neighbour for the Australian marine sector Superyacht Australia ensured strong presence at the recent NZ Marine Superyacht Captains Forum held in conjunction with the Auckland International Boat Show and Rugby World Cup 2011. The Australian marine industry has earned its place on the world stage through innovation and technology. Australia’s... ... read full story

Gulf Craft wins first annual CJR Propulsion ‘Customer Recognition Award’

September 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

CJR Propulsion today announced UAE based superyacht builder Gulf Craft as the winner of its first annual ‘Customer Recognition Award’. The award is designed to acknowledge the CJR partner who is having a noticeable impact on technological development and showing strong sales growth within the marine industry. The CJR Customer Recognition Award, given by CJR’s... ... read full story

The 66m Emax E-Volution Solar Hybrid Schooner by Sauter Carbon Offset Design – The Fastest and Greenest Superyacht

September 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 66mEmax E-Volution Solar Hybrid Schooner by Sauter Carbon Offset Design is being described as the Fastest and Greenest Superyacht of our time with a maximum Speed of 28 knots and an unlimited Zero Carbon Cruising Range at 14 knots. The 66m Emax E-Volution Solar Hybrid Sailing yacht is to be built by NedShip is,... ... read full story

JFA Long Island 85 Catamaran by Marc Lombard

September 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

JFA Yachts has positioned itself in the semi-custom catamaran market with the new JFA Long Island 85 Catamaran design by Naval Architect Marc Lombard. The architect Marc Lombard and JFA Yachts developed a new concept for long crossing catamarans. A Catamaran, for semicustom construction, the first of which was recently signed. The office of Marc... ... read full story

Dutch Superyacht builder Feadship heads for Monaco Yacht Show and FLIBS with confidence

September 19, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The superyacht builder Feadship is performing better than ever. This year to date the world’s number one luxury motoryacht brand Feadship has launched six superyachts with a total length of 450 metres (almost 1500 feet!). Four out of the thirteen new entries in the recently published Top 100 List by Yachts International magazine are Feadships:... ... read full story

Asia Ever-Expanding Yachting Industry Opportunities as HNW Community Races Ahead

September 19, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Julius Baer, the leading Swiss private banking group, has just published its first ‛Wealth Report’, focusing on Asia, providing a comprehensive and exclusive analysis of the High Net Worth Individuals (HNWI) landscape in the region. The report has been prepared in close cooperation with CLSA, Asia’s leading independent brokerage and investment group, and states that... ... read full story

MedAire acquires Yacht Lifeline

September 19, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

MedAire an International SOS company, the largest global provider of integrated medical and security risk management services for the yachting industry today announced the acquisition of Yacht Lifeline. Under the terms of the agreement, Yacht Lifeline’s products and services will merge with MedAire a wholly-owned subsidiary of International SOS. Additionally, the Yacht Lifeline team will... ... read full story

Award winning SOS Dan Buoy to aid people overboard

September 19, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The SOS Dan Buoy is one of the biggest changes in marine-rescue devices in decades and is made in Australia. Designed and developed by SOS Marine, the inflatable SOS Dan buoy is not a lifejacket but a compact flotation unit that can be thrown into the water as a rescue device. The unique design of... ... read full story

GRAND PAVOIS 2011: An attractive and Successful Edition

September 19, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The new layout of the boat show has obtained unanimous agreement from the exhibitors and the visitors. Only a few changes at the margin should be made for the next edition. On business side: While many brands have achieved their objectives, the fact is that markets must now adjust to the boaters behaviours that have... ... read full story

The 90m XE-90 motor yacht design by Nod Design

September 19, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The XE-90 superyacht concept is a ninety metre motor yacht design by Nod Design of Turkey. The prominent feature of the XE-90 motor yacht is a large infinity swimming pool on the main deck lined by large staircases on either side that lead to the huge swim platform and the sea. The main salon and... ... read full story

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