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Asia Boating Awards 2011 announces nominees

May 06, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The complete list of nominees for the upcoming Asia Boating Awards 2011 has now been released, with some impressive surprises and the return of some industry stalwarts. The Asia Boating Awards, now in its seventh year, is the region’s most established and respected event of its kind. This year sees awards in 23 categories, recognising Asian builders and international brands, as well as Asian regattas, marinas and yacht designers working in Asia. The pioneering Asia Boating Awards was the first event to recognise the efforts and successes of Asian yacht builders. ... read full story

Southern Wind SW 110 RS Sailing Yacht Thalima nominated for 2011 World Superyacht Award.

May 06, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Farr Yacht Design is pleased to announce the southern Wind SW 110 RS THALIMA sailing yacht, design #615, has been nominated for a 2011 World Superyacht Award in the sailing yacht 30m - 44.99m category. ... read full story

Nespresso Cup 2011: Stage set in Portofino for Wally Sailing Yachts

May 05, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Wally contenders for the 2011 Nespresso Cup have arrived in the exquisite Italian harbour of Portofino as preparations get underway to contest for ‘The Ultimate Cup’. The Wally crews have been out training today ahead of the official racing that starts tomorrow. “Our hopes are, of course, to win but we are not the only ones who are hoping,” said Claus-Peter Offen, owner of Y3K who finished 2nd overall last year. “There are a few boats who have the same hopes! The level of the boats and the crews is very high and very competitive and it’s going to be an exciting weekend.” ... read full story

The Isle of Man Ship Registry Grows Superyacht Sector

May 05, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The Isle of Man Ship Registry 2010 report shows growth in the superyacht sector. For more details download the report here: The Isle of Man 2010 annual ship registry report. In every bay where superyachts group to berth or drop anchor, Manx-registered vessels are becoming ever more prevalent. Where once only one or two flags adorned... ... read full story

New 90 metre Cafiero Luxury Motor Yacht Design by Giuliana Galantino

May 05, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Here is an interesting new large 90 m superyacht design concept by Giuliana Galantino called Cafiero’s project.  The luxury yacht design has an impressive length of 90 metres and the design is characterised by an aggressive and stretched exterior profile design with one “high prow” and wings made of coloured polycarbonate towards the stern. The yacht... ... read full story

Discovery Yachts UK invests in bespoke veneer equipment

May 05, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Discovery Yachts, world class builders of blue-water cruising yachts, are taking their joinery to new levels of excellence following their recent investment in a specialist veneer press, saw and veneer finishing equipment. The new precision equipment enables the company to offer in-house, exceptional quality veneer finishes for their owners as well as a choice of... ... read full story

Contest Yachts the Netherlands launch Contest 72CS Sailing Yacht

May 05, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

  Contest Yachts has started production of a new order for the largest boat built by this leading Dutch yard. The Contest 72CS yacht will synthesise all Contests’ 50-plus years of experience and craftsmanship with the very latest engineering and technology. When launched in the summer of 2012, the new Contest 72CS yacht will be... ... read full story

The most popular and expensive luxury superyacht marina berths

May 05, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The most expensive and popular superyacht marinas in the world are located in the Mediterranean and the top three most exclusive and expensive private luxury yacht marinas or harbours in the world are all located in Italy. Another interesting point is that Monaco is not as expensive, as one would assume to moor your superyacht... ... read full story

Expedition Motor Yacht Big Fish to attend Monaco Yacht Show 2011

May 05, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Luxury expedition yacht Big Fish has logged more than 28,000nm since her launch last July, including visits to Tahiti, the Galapagos, the Antarctic and Amazon. Her next stops include Sweden, Baltic, London, St. Petersburg, the Arctic Circle. The superyacht BIG FISH will also visit the 2011 Monaco Yacht Show this September cancelling her plans to navigate the Northeast Passage ... read full story

Swan Sailing Yacht Arethusa Wins Swan Caribbean Challenge

May 05, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The crew of Club Swan 42 sailing yacht Arethusa came away from the 2011 Antigua Sailing Week as the champions of the Swan Caribbean Challenge following their impressive win in Class 3. The Club Swan 42 was entered by Phillip Lotz, of the USA and also gained the title of Best American Yacht. Yacht Arethusa won the class by a fair margin; the Club Swan 42 registered three race wins across the five days of racing and not once faltered out of the top three. ... read full story

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