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2011 Cruise Ship Celebrity Silhouette by Celebrity Cruises

April 02, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Proudly watching over Celebrity Reflection her sister ship’s start, Celebrity Silhouette is in the midst of the final phases of her own construction. Celebrity Silhouette Cruise ship will set sail in July of this year. The Celebrity Silhouette Cruise ship will be identical in size (122,000 tons) to the three previous ships in the Solstice Class, the Celebrity Solstice (2008), Celebrity Equinox (2009), and Celebrity Eclipse (2010). However, she will have 17 additional staterooms including 8 concierge class, 8 ocean view, and 2 inside cabins. ... read full story

34th America’s Cup: Venezia Challenge is an official challenger

April 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

With a letter addressed to Club Canottieri Roggero di Lauria, the Golden Gate Yacth Club has accepted officially the Venezia Challenge into the 34th America’s Cup. ... read full story

34th America’s Cup: Second AC World Series Event to be Held in Plymouth

April 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Plymouth, England has been unveiled as the second stop in the inaugural America’s Cup World Series (AC World Series). The event will be held September 10-18, 2011, and will feature both fleet and match racing. ... read full story

34th America’s Cup: Entry Period Closes, AC World Series Venues Revealed

April 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The new era of America’s Cup racing has attracted 15 teams from 12 countries who will begin their quest for the Cup with 2011 America’s Cup World Series stops in Cascais, Portugal; Plymouth, England; and San Diego, California. ... read full story

Two Azimut Flybridge Yachts sold at the 2011 Hainan Boat Show

April 01, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Azimut Yachts sell two of their Flybridge collection yachts, just a few hours after the opening of the 2011 Hainan Boat Show. ... read full story

Azimut Yachts at the 2011 Hainan International Boat Show

April 01, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Azimut Yachts confirms that it will attend the 2011 edition of the Hainan International Boat Show, where it will be represented by its five official dealers at the event's largest and most glamorous booth. ... read full story

Nedship D1000 Motor Yacht

April 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Nedship D1000 Motor yacht is a new built project by the Turkish shipyard Nedship. The Nedship D1000 yacht measures 46m and will be built in advanced composites to RINA class and MCA compliant. The new superyacht project by Nedship could be available to a prospective owner between 18 to 22 months from the signing of contract. ... read full story

Mangusta 205 Open Motor Yacht by Overmarine

April 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Mangusta 205 Open Motor Yacht by Overmarine is due to begin construction shortly and when built, will be the Italian yards’ new flagship. The impressive open motor yacht measuring 62.50 m (205ft) will be the largest open express yacht in the world. The Mangusta 205 Open Motor Yacht by Overmarine was designed by the renowned Stefano Righini, who has worked with Mangusta on several vessels including the Mangusta Open 165’ motor yacht ... read full story

Glass Design for Superyachts by Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture

April 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Due to an increasing demand for larger beach clubs, more natural light and a greater connection with the marine environment, Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture began a project last year to investigate the use of larger glass areas. Designs with large open spaces and windows from deck to ceiling are appealing and help work out the wishes listed earlier, but can cause problems for the strength of the vessel. They have contracted Lloyd’s Register and a leading yacht glazing specialist to provide their relevant input. ... read full story

PAE builder of Nordhavn Yachts obtains new location for headquarters

April 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Pacific Asian Enterprises, Inc., builder of Nordhavn yachts, is pleased to announce that it has obtained a new location for its headquarters, which will house sales, project management, engineering, accounting, commissioning and shipping/receiving under one roof. It also allows for the company’s projected expansion needs as they anticipate growth from increased sales and new designs in the coming years. ... read full story

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