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44m motor yacht BLADE (ex H2ome) refitted and re launched by the Monaco Marine Shipyard

August 02, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 44m motor yacht BLADE (ex H20me) has successfully finished an extensive refit at the Monaco Marine Shipyard and re launched after an eight month refit.  The refit of superyacht BLADE (ex H2OME) included not only a completely new interior design and layout, exterior colours, layout and facilities, but also there were enormous structural and machinery... ... read full story

Griffin Yacht Club for superyacht crew at the Monaco Yacht Show 2011.

August 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Griffin marine travel, the world’s largest provider of specialised travel to the marine, offshore and maritime security industries and its Griffin Yacht Division will be hosting superyacht captains and crew in an exclusive lounge environment directly outside the Monaco Yacht Show in the famed restaurant, Le Saint Benoit.  “We think it essential to be close to... ... read full story

Sailing yacht Sleighride refitted to an Adam Voorhees Design

August 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Sailing yacht Sleighride, a sloop originally designed by Sparkman & Stephens and built in a joint venture between Eric Goetz of Bristol, Rhode Island (composite work) and Robert E. Derecktor of Mamaroneck, New York (joinery and systems). Launched in 1996, S/Y Sleighride is undertaking a major refit at Westerly Marine in California with her new... ... read full story

Alex McDiarmid reveals the new 90m motor yacht ‘Conch’ design concept

August 01, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Alex McDiarmid introduces his latest 90m superyacht concept inspired by Conchology, with accommodation for 16 charter or private guests in total. ... read full story

American Cruise Lines launch Queen of Mississippi sternwheeler nine weeks ahead of schedule

August 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

American Cruise Lines (ACL), a leader in small ship cruising, last week announced the launching of the motor yacht Queen of the Mississippi, a brand new sternwheeler built for the Mississippi. At Chesapeake Shipbuilding in Maryland on Sunday, July 17, the launching went picture perfect at nine weeks ahead of schedule. Immediately after the launching,... ... read full story

CNB 43.20m motor yacht designed by German Frers

August 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The new CNB 43.20m motor yacht designed by German Frers is long and slender, with a low drag and low wind resistance. The wave piercing, light displacement hull of the CNB 43.20 m motor yacht was designed by German Frers for CNB Yachts. German Frers are principally known for sailing yacht designs took on the challenge... ... read full story

Gold Coast Marine Expo gains momentum

August 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Since its launch last month, the Gold Coast Marine Expo has gained momentum with strong exhibitor interest from marine industry leaders. Gold Coast Marine Expo spokesman Stephen Milne said it was pleasing to see such a high level of interest within weeks of the launch. “There’s been a very strong level of interest towards this... ... read full story

Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week: Traditional Favourites and Exciting New Developments

July 31, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Excitement is building in the final approach to Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week (6-13 August) and, with little more than a week to go; organisers are pleased to confirm the full shore-side and entertainment schedule. In addition to the traditional favourites, there are several new and exciting developments too. Highlights for this year include: The... ... read full story

Clipper Round the World Race crews trained by Hyde Sails

July 31, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

As they geared up for the start, Clipper Race crews were treated to some invaluable sail repair training as part of the ongoing support from Hyde Sails. The one day sail repair course was run by two of Hyde’s highly experienced team, Martin Newman and Paul Austin. As the official sail supplier for the Clipper... ... read full story

Baglietto 43 ‘WHY WORRY’ superyacht launched

July 29, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Rossi Navi shipyard in Viareggio, Italy, launch the stunning new Baglietto 43 superyacht 'Why Worry', a sistership to the equally beautiful charter yacht Ancora. ... read full story

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