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MIPIM 2011: Investment takes centre stage

January 25, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

A key trend at MIPIM 2011: investors and financial institutions such as AG Real Estate, GE Capital Real Estate, Pramerica and Unicredit Group-Hypovereinsbank are joining the ranks of MIPIM exhibitors. This is a positive sign of investor willingness to seek greater visibility at the MIPIM and reflects a more active strategy from investors as they... ... read full story

Official Dates of the 34th Americas Cup Released

January 25, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 2013 race dates for the Louis Vuitton Cup and America’s Cup Match (Finals) were confirmed today by Regatta Director Iain Murray. ... read full story

Superyacht KAORI to the Rescue

January 25, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The sailing superyacht KAORI came to the aid of a small sailing yacht in distress off Hobart, Tasmania, Australia the Mercury reported yesterday.  The 38.1 meter Palmer Johnson S/Y Kaori left Hobart at 6am yesterday, where she has been admired by locals since she arrived on January 13, but took an unexpected detour in response to a... ... read full story

Introducing the 135 ft Hargrave Tri-Deck Motor Yacht DREAMER

January 25, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Hargrve have their largest model to date, the flagship 135 ft Hargrave Tri-Deck Motor Yacht DREAMER. Superyacht Dreamer has been built in Epoxy composite GRP. She was launched in 2010, by the Ned Ship Group in Turkey for Hargrave. M/Y DREAMER features an exterior yacht design by Orhan Celikkol. Dreamer accommodates up to thirteen guests... ... read full story

The Devonport ONE TEN Superyacht Design by Redman Whiteley Dixon

January 25, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Designed by Redman Whiteley Dixon to maximise the potential of the proven Devonport 96 m motor yacht platform, the Devonport ONE TEN superyacht design concept provides extensive accommodation within a striking and timeless exterior design. ... read full story

The Russian President Dmitry Medvedev and Superyacht SIRIUS

January 24, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

 According to reports here, the Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has organised the Turkish built 53m Proteksan-Turquoise superyacht SIIUS (formerly Leo Fun) to act as a venue in hosting VIPs and world leaders during winter Sochi Russian Winter Olympics. According to the report the explorer type superyacht, which is presently called Leo Fun, will be renamed... ... read full story

3rd “La Belle Classe Superyachts” Symposium Monaco 2011

January 24, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

International yachting professionals gathered at the Yacht Club de Monaco for the 3rd “La Belle Classe Superyachts” Symposium. They discussed various issues in the superyacht industry and reflected on the market of 2010, as well as looked forward to likely future developments in the superyacht industry. Rationalisation beckons in 2011 Monaco, 20 January 2011: under the... ... read full story

Lazzara Yachts Partners with The Crest Group

January 24, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Lazzara announced it has received a capital investment from The Crest Group LLC. Lazzara Yachts, a privately held company, is the worldwide leader in semi-custom pleasure yachts from 50’-130’. Built in Tampa, FL, Lazzara has continued to be on the leading edge of design and innovation in the yachting world. ... read full story

Boat Asia 2011 expands to Marina Bay

January 24, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

TMX Show Productions, the producer of Boat Asia, will be expanding the show beyond Keppel Bay for the first time. Running concurrently with the main Boat Asia at Keppel Bay, the new show will be held from May 12-15 at The Promontory@Marina Bay, which is located next to Marina Bay Sands. ... read full story

2011 Audi MedCup Circuit: “Audi Sailing Team powered by ALL4ONE” announce sponsorship and sailing yacht

January 24, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Franco-German team, managed by Jochen Schümann, becomes “Audi Sailing Team powered by ALL4ONE”, following a new three-year agreement reached with title partner Audi. The team have confirmed the build of a new TP52 in Sydney, with which they aim to finish among the podium positions on both the Audi MedCup Circuit and at TP52 World Championship. ... read full story

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