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Imtech system integrator onboard Amels 6503

June 08, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Recently Imtech received the order for Amels build number 6503, a 65 meter yacht, the third  in the Limited Editions 212 series. Previously Imtech was also involved in the development of build number 6501 and 6502. Imtech will provide engineering, installation, system integration and commissioning for the switchgear and panels, lighting, alarm & monitoring system,... ... read full story

Yacht ‘Timoneer’ wins Dubois Cup 2011 Yacht Race

June 08, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Sailing yacht Timoneer wins light-airs gybing duel at Dubois Cup 2011 Luck, judgement and light airs conspired to create classic competition during Race 2 of the 2011 Dubois Cup. Veteran cruising yacht Timoneer took full advantage of contrary conditions and fickle breezes that ought not to have favoured the heavier boats, and took both line... ... read full story

Superyacht FIREFLY by Hoek Design launched

June 08, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Hoek Design in the Netherlands are proud to inform us about the launch of the stunning new superyacht Firefly the first in an exciting new series of F-class one designs. Sailing Yacht Firefly is a 35.05 metre sloop with an aluminium hull as well as superstructure built by the Dutch Shipyard Claasen Jachtbouw BV. ... read full story

Superyacht SKY by Heesen Yachts

June 08, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Heesen Yachts fully customised motor yacht SKY is a 50 metre full displacement luxury vessel launched by the Dutch shipyard in Oss in March 2010 with accommodation for up to 12 guests in four guests cabins and one Owner's Suite. ... read full story

Motor Yacht Blue Dream II by Aras Kazar Designs

June 07, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Aras Kazar Designs is out with a mega-yacht concept christened as Blue dream II, measuring 67m (220ft) in length and has a range of 2500 Nautical miles. The Blue Dream II yacht is special in its own way as it has a solar panel wedged on its roof which makes it eco-friendly. It skilfully converts rays of the sun into energy that fulfils 100% electricity requirements. ... read full story

Sailing Yacht FIREFLY a Hoek 115 F-Class Classic

June 07, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The Hoek 115 sailing yacht Firefly, the first F-class yacht to be built, was launched in Holland’s North Sea Channel by builder Claasen Jachtbouw BV. Accompanying the yacht’s owner and his crew for sea trials were Hall Commercial Manager Andre Vermeulen, Hall technicians Freddy Franssens and Henk van Zweden, the builders, and designer Andre Hoek... ... read full story

Adriel Design introduces yacht project Lumen for oceAnco

June 07, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Project 'Lumen' is the new 90m yacht concept designed by Adriel Design for the well known luxury yacht builder oceAnco. Oceanco's Motor Yacht Project Lumen is placed upon the shipyard's all new 90m+ PYC compliant platform which allows for more than 3,000 GT and up to 36 guests on board. ... read full story

ICOMIA’s 1st International Hybrid Marine Propulsion Conference in the Netherlands

June 07, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

ICOMIA International Hybrid Marine Propulsion Conference

In the first conference of its kind, ICOMIA will report all aspects of hybrid marine propulsion systems in detail. The 1st ICOMIA International Hybrid Marine Propulsion Conference is to be held immediately prior to METS on Monday 14 November 2011 in the Netherlands. The conference will review the technical issues surrounding the design and implementation... ... read full story

The Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2011 Porto Cervo Sardinia

June 07, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

PORTO CERVO, SARDINIA – Tuesday 7th June, 2011 – THE MEDITERRANEAN RACING SEASON BEGINS IN STYLE IN PORTO CERVO Twenty-seven of the most spectacular sailing yachts on the water are today berthed in Porto Cervo, Sardinia, eagerly anticipating the first day of racing at the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2011. The fourth edition of this... ... read full story

JUNE 8 IS WORLD OCEANS DAY

June 07, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

A global celebration of the oceans and the efforts to conserve them… There are hundreds of educational institutions, conservation organizations, and thousands of individuals in dozens of countries around the world joining in celebrating World Oceans Day, an opportunity to celebrate the oceans’ wide array of wonders and resources, and consider ways that each of... ... read full story

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