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Sea Temperature and Currents Heating up for 2010 Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race

December 14, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

According to oceanographic data specialist Tidetech, a large eddy of warm water is forming offshore from Sydney which indicates strong southerly surface currents. With favourable wind, this potentially means massive gains for astute competitors. ... read full story

Saudi Arabia Marina berths to increase by 50% by 2012

December 14, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The total number of marina berths in Saudi Arabia is expected to increase by 50 per cent by 2012 as the Kingdom continues its rapid growth in the leisure marine industry. An average of around 10 units a week will be added over the next 2 years to accommodate the nation’s growing leisure fleet and attract overseas boating tourists. ... read full story

Electronic Navigation Ltd appoints new CEO

December 14, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The board of directors of marine electronics company, Electronic Navigation Limited (ENL) have announced the appointment of Gareth Hodson as Chief Executive Officer of the company effective from 10 December 2010. ... read full story

Luxury 60m superyacht reported to sink in Tha Chin River, Thailand

December 14, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

According to reports from the Bangkok Post, a 60 meter superyacht has sunk after it was launched into the Tha Chin River in Samut Sakhon's Muang district in Thailand on Friday. ... read full story

British Marine Federation (BMF) and Marina Industries Association of Australia (MIAA) form Global Marina Industries (GMI).

December 13, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

British Marine Federation (BMF) and Marina Industries Association of Australia (MIAA) have reached agreement to form GMI (Global Marina Industries). This is seen as a natural evolution of work they have both been doing on marina training and certification in their own geographic regions but are now taking the opportunity to go global. ... read full story

Sunseeker International confirms Dometic Marine as Approved Supplier

December 13, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Sunseeker International has recently awarded Dometic Marine 'Approved Supplier' status in recognition of many years of providing exceptional support and service to its customers. Dometic supplies a range of products from prestige brands to Sunseeker's motorboats and yachts, including HVAC (heating ventilation and air conditioning), sanitation and galley equipment. ... read full story

World Yacht Racing Forum starts tomorrow.

December 13, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The long awaited World Yacht Racing Forum, co-located with the Yacht Racing Design and Technology Symposium and the International Superyacht Coatings Conference will begin tomorrow morning in Estoril, Portugal. ... read full story

J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race 2011.

December 13, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Island Sailing Club (ISC) and J.P. Morgan Asset Management are busy putting together their plans to most fittingly commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the famous Round the Island Race in 2011, being held on Saturday 25th June. ... read full story

Mourjan Marinas IGY appoints new Marina Manager for Lusail Marina in Doha, Qatar

December 13, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Mourjan Marinas IGY, the developer and manager of luxury superyacht marinas and yachting lifestyle destinations, has appointed Simon Maree as its Marina Manager for Lusail Marina, its flagship project in Doha, Qatar. ... read full story

Super yachts Arrive in Phuket for Asia Superyacht Rendezvous

December 13, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Power and Sail Super yachts from around the world including megayacht Silver Zwei are streaming into Phuket, Thailand to attend the prestigious Asia Superyacht Rendezvous 10-year anniversary celebration, December 16-18, 2010. ... read full story

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