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Bahamas to develop a dedicated superyacht registry

March 03, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Superyachts that frequent The Bahamas are familiar with the duty-free and/or flag-state services they offer - now the Bahamas are developing its own dedicated superyacht registry. While superyachts have been able to register under the Bahamian flag for some time, they were technically grouped under the ship registry. However, according to The Bahamas Maritime Authority, the megayacht ranks have been growing to the point that a separate structure seems more logical. ... read full story

141m Dream Symphony Yacht by Dream Ship Victory to commence build

March 03, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Dream Ship Victory shipyard signed a contract after taking part in the 2010 Monaco Yacht Show to build 141m Dream Symphony Yacht, with naval architecture by Dykstra & Partners and design and styling by Ken Freivokh Design. On the 9th of February, the builders, designers and naval architects of the 141m Dream Symphony Yacht - the largest private sailing yacht ever met in Amsterdam to finalise the design and technical proposal under the direction of Valeriy Stepanenko. ... read full story

Dubai’s Festival Marina brings the community together

March 03, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

From Dragon Boat Racing and Flea Markets through to recycled boat racing competitions and even yoga sessions, Dubai’s Festival Marina is a special place with a host of attractions and events for the whole community to enjoy. Located on the banks of the Dubai Creek, Festival Marina is a world-class yachting destination that was built and designed by Mourjan Marinas IGY, the Dubai-based company behind the marina developing into one of the city’s most loved lifestyle destinations. ... read full story

Mourjan Marinas IGY appoints John Bush as Senior Business Operations Manager

March 03, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Mourjan Marinas IGY, the Dubai-based developer and manager of luxury marinas and yachting lifestyle destinations, has announced the appointment of John Bush as its Senior Business Operations Manager. ... read full story

Australian Superyacht and Marine Export Conference (ASMEX) attracts international interest

March 02, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 2011 Australian Superyacht and Marine Export Conference (ASMEX) is attracting considerable interest from International companies wanting to learn more about the Australian Superyacht Sector. ... read full story

Gulf Craft introduce 5 Global Launches at the Dubai International Boat Show in 2011

March 02, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Gulf Craft, the region’s largest and internationally renowned boat manufacturer is set for yet another successful Dubai International Boat Show in 2011, with the unveiling of a new model from each of its three distinct brands; Majesty, Oryx and SilverCraft. The launches will build on a successful year for the UAE luxury yacht manufacturer, which reported a 40% increase in sales in 2010. ... read full story

Charter Superyachts Receive new Spanish Canary Islands Registry Tax Exemption

March 02, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

A tax exemption for superyachts listed with the Canary Islands Special Registry and  has recently been agreed by the Spanish government. The official announcement on Spain yacht charter tax follows a series of meetings with the yachting industry and Canaries Registry officials. It was made in response to a binding legal consultation with the Spanish... ... read full story

New Emeryville Marina by Bellingham Marine in San Francisco Bay Area, CA

March 02, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Located in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area in California, Emeryville Marina, operated by Marinas International, offers local boaters a world class experience. In 2010, developers of the marina hired world renowned marina contractor, Bellingham Marine, to completely rebuild the south basin including new docks with larger slips, upgraded utilities and more. Floating docks for the project were also supplied by Bellingham Marine from the company’s plant in Dixon, California. ... read full story

Oyster Marine appoints US Sales Manager

March 02, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Oyster Marine is pleased to announce the expansion of their USA Headquarters with the appointment of Dan Wurzbacher to the Sales Team. Dan will fill the role of US Sales Manager and will handle new yacht sales in the Oyster fleet, from the Oyster 46 to the Oyster 655, throughout the Americas and Caribbean. ... read full story

Singapore Yacht Show 2011: Stellar Line-Up of Exhibitors and Partners Unveiled

March 02, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Informa Yacht Group has revealed details of the impressive line-up of superyachts and exhibitors which will feature at the Singapore Yacht Show from 8 to 10 April 2011 at ONE°15 Marina, Sentosa Cove, Singapore. The motor and sailing superyachts set to be displayed represent a stunning collection of modern and classic style yachts which are sure to impress show attendees and yachting enthusiasts. ... read full story

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