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Yacht captains head for Auckland for the Superyacht Captains Forum New Zealand

May 20, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

In September 2011, superyacht captains and project managers from around the world will meet at the Auckland International Boat Show, New Zealand to attend a two-day forum dedicated to their profession. In designing the Superyacht Captains Forum, the New Zealand NZ Marine Export Group canvassed the captains of superyachts which were cruising and undergoing refits... ... read full story

Benetti Tradition 105 motor yacht BT24 launched by Benetti Yachts

May 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Benetti Yachts launched their newest Tradition 105 motoryacht motor yacht BT24 last week on the 12th of May 2011. The technical launch of the latest yacht in the Tradition 105’ series, took place in Lusben at the Azimut-Benetti Group’s yard, located adjacent to the Benetti boatyard’s headquarters. Measuring over 31 metres, the new Tradition 105... ... read full story

Intellian appoints Senior Director of Global Sales & Business Development

May 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Intellian Technologies, the world’s technological leader in marine satellite antennas, has appointed Jon Harrison as Senior Director of Global Sales & Business Development. Jon has over 20 years’ experience in the marine telecommunications field and over 10 years specialist expertise in satellite communications. In his previous role, Jon managed the European Sales & Service operation... ... read full story

Rolex Fastnet Race 2011: Tortoises and Hares

May 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Rolex Fastnet is more than just a race. When the British Isles weather conspires to deliver conditions typical of the time of year it becomes a true test of human endeavour. It is for this reason that the 608-nautical mile race consistently attracts a large and varied fleet: man and machine set against the... ... read full story

Mount Gay Rum sponsors Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week

May 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Mount Gay Rum will be back to support Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week as the official ‘Regatta Rum’. Around 8,500 competitors sailing in nearly 1,000 boats and many more visitors will be able to enjoy ‘the rum that invented rum’ which has a heritage dating back to 1705. Alvin Saal, Brand Manager for Mount Gay... ... read full story

Boating Industries Alliance Australia (BIAA) joins ICOMIA

May 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The recently established Boating Industries Alliance Australia (BIAA) has joined the International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) as a full member. The newly formed peak body for the marine industry in Australia is the successor to the now disbanded Australian Marine Industries Federation (AMIF). “Following the demise of AMIF, I am very pleased that a... ... read full story

New Italy Cruising Rules

May 19, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

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The are some New Italian Cruising Rules this season according to AYSS and Luise Associates which affect yachts visiting Italy for longer than 24 hours requiring an advanced notice of arrival, according to the following news briefing from the Association of Yacht Support Services: Italian D.L. 18 – February 16th 2011, modifies D.L. 196 year... ... read full story

The Bilgin 145 yacht TATIANA is launched

May 19, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The Bilgin 145 yacht TATIANA has now been launched in Istanbul, Turkey. The Bilgin 145 yacht TATIANA is a 45m J. Kinder Designed Superyacht as powered by Two MTU 4000 series @ 12V with 2735 hp each. Her gross Tonnage is around 453 GRT and net tonnage @ half load will be around  270 tones.... ... read full story

Superyacht TIARA Charters FRENCH POLYNESIA

May 19, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Superyacht Tiara is a world class crewed luxury sailing yacht and she is now available for charter in the beautiful South Pacific Islands of Tahiti, Moorea, Tetiaroa and the Society Islands in French Polynesia. Tiara offers a superb platform for a French Polynesia yacht charter. Luxury sailing yacht Tiara is a fast and powerful sailing... ... read full story

Yacht KATHLEEN ANNE Offers Scotland Yacht Charters this summer

May 19, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The 39 metre motor yacht Kathleen Anne will be cruising the quiet waters of the Hebrides, Scotland from June to August 2011 and offfering a unique chance to experience a Scotland yacht charter on a crewed luxury yacht this summer. The superyacht’s interior design can be described as ‘crisp yet homely’. Her main lounge, which... ... read full story

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