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Luxury explorer motor yacht Big Fish wins awards & commendation

May 18, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The first launch from Aquos Yachts has been honoured by leading Yachting Media in London & Hong Kong. Private explorer motor yacht Big Fish, the world’s first true luxury expedition yacht, was honoured last week on successive nights in Hong Kong and London for its unique design, construction and approach to luxury expedition yachting. The... ... read full story

New Dixon Yacht Design John Munford 45 metre sloop order for Holland Jachtbouw

May 18, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Holland Jachtbouw, the Netherlands, is delighted to announce the new order for the building of a spectacular new 45 metre high performance sloop as designed by Dixon Yacht Design. The elegant and seriously sleek looking sailing yacht has been designed by Dixon Yacht Design, with an interior from the boards of John Munford. The yacht... ... read full story

Eric de Saintdo is new head of Camper & Nicholsons

May 17, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

French Rodriguez Group names Eric de Saintdo head of Camper & Nicholsons Internationl. (ADPnews) – May 16, 2011 – French luxury yacht maker Rodriguez Group (EPA:ROD) said on Friday it had appointed Eric de Saintdo chairman and CEO of its brokerage and nautical services unit Camper & Nicholsons. Eric de Saintdo, already CEO of Rodriguez,... ... read full story

The Rhode Island Langan Design Wins Superyacht Award for yacht Calliope

May 17, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The NEWPORT, Rhode Island based Langan Design Partners has announced that Calliope, the latest motor yacht from the office’s drawing boards, has won the World Super Yacht Award for the best Three-Deck Semi-Displacement or Planing Motor Yacht. This award comes as a fitting tribute to the company’s founder, the late Bill Langan of Jamestown, R.I.,... ... read full story

Yacht Masteka 2 to be sold in an Australian Superyacht Auction

May 17, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The 37.1m Monte Fino motor yacht Masteka 2 is being exhibited by Marine Auctions at the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show and she will be auctioned at 10am on Saturday, May 21st. This environmentally-friendly expedition style superyacht Masteka 2 is powered by twin Caterpillar C32s producing 1675hp each. It will be interesting to see how the... ... read full story

Yacht sales & attendance figures boom at Auckland New Zealand Boat Show

May 17, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Smuggler Marine co-owner Pauline Pringle echoed the thoughts of many when she declared, three-quarters of the way through this year’s Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show in Auckland: “The recession is over.”Pringle made the comment while accepting the GRP Fishing Boat Under 6 Metres Award at this year’s Boating NZ/NZ Fishing News Boat of the Show... ... read full story

Hot Lab introduce their Oceanco PA 168 yacht design

May 17, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The Hot Lab designed Oceanco PA 168 yacht is a new 86m superyacht concept based on the reputable and highly regarded Oceanco yacht platform. The Oceanco PA 168 motor yacht designed by the Milan-based Hot Lab studio. The yacht design features  wonderful contemporary exterior lines with a functional, yet innovative, interior layout architecture. Some of the... ... read full story

Sunreef Yachts launch charter yacht MUSE – A Sunreef 70 catamaran

May 17, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Sunreef Yachts are pleased to announce the launch of the new luxury Sunreef 70 catamaran MUSE, a highly anticipated model that is available for yacht charters, able to accommodate up to 12 guests. The brand new luxury catamaran MUSE is a highly regarded Sunreef 70 that will exceed expectations of even the most discerning charterer. ... read full story

Karpaz Gate Marina, Northern Cyprus to welcome Eastern Mediterranean Yacht Rally

May 17, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Karpaz Gate Marina (KGM), the new luxury marina in northern Cyprus, is approximately 90% complete and will be launched, on schedule, at the beginning of June. Ahead of its official launch, the marina management team have announced that it will be welcoming yachts which are participating in the Eastern Mediterranean Yacht Rally (EMYR) – an annual rally which involves approximately 60 sailing yachts travelling around the highlights of the Eastern Mediterranean. ... read full story

Ventura receives customer relations award from Pershing (Ferretti Group)

May 17, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

In recognition of its exceptional customer relations and customer relationship management, Ventura UK has received the ‘Best Marketing & CRM Performance’ award from Pershing. he award was made at Pershing’s recent dealer conference in Cattolica, Italy, which was attended by principals and representatives from 60 Pershing dealerships around the world. ... read full story

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