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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

Tecnomar at the Beirut Boat Show

June 07, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Tecnomar attended the Beirut Boat Show 2011, which took place from May 18 to 22, with the MY Talal (Nadara 45-metre), the largest yacht on display at La Marina – Dbaye. “The number of visitors was quite interesting, and I must admit, unexpected” –  says Francesco Carbone, Tecnomar Sales Director. “I was surprised, not only... ... read full story

Superyacht Exuma – Luxury South Pacific Yacht Charters

June 07, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The new 50 metre motor yacht EXUMA has already started an amazing world tour to explore some of the most enchanting and exotic cruising areas. Yacht Exuma has also just been awarded “Motor yacht of the year” and “Best displacement motor yacht of below 500GT” at the 2011 WORLD SUPERYACHT AWARDS. The result is the... ... read full story

Delta Superyacht NEWVIDA Mediterranean Yacht Charter Special

June 06, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Superyacht NEWVIDA Special offer of 150,000 Euros for charters that take place in June. Motor yacht NEWVIDA is offering 150,000 Euros per week for charters that take place during the month of June! Captain Sean P. Meagher and his highly professional crew will provide unmatched service. Discover why NEWVIDA is set apart from other yachts:... ... read full story

Motor Yacht BLACK PEARL uses Awlcraft Awlgrip paint system

June 06, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Stunning New Yacht Marks First Significant Application of Awlcraft SE in Asia Pacific Region… Following the owner’s request to build and coat their latest yacht with a Tahitian black pearl finish, Diverse Projects NZ chose Awlcraft SE, the Awlgrip effect topcoat system, to achieve these wishes on the motor yacht Black Pearl. The successful launch... ... read full story

Yacht Stainless steel Company Beekmans RVS Expands Engineering Capacity

June 06, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Leading Dutch stainless steel specialist Beekmans RVS has extended its global engineering department with three new expert members of staff. The move is in response to increasing engineering outsourcing orders from yards at the same time that Beekmans existing in-house work has remained at full capacity throughout the economic downturn. The engineering department at Beekmans... ... read full story

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