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The British Marine Federation (BMF) Welcomes the Measures to Help Small Businesses

May 26, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Brighton Marina

Following the publication of the Coalition Government’s programme in the Queen’s Speech today, The British Marine Federation (BMF) welcomes the measures to help small businesses through these tough economic times. Rob Stevens, Chief Executive of the BMF said: “The BMF welcomes the reversal of the rise in employers’ National Insurance Contributions.  At a time of... ... read full story

Sealine International announces their return to the 2011 Tullett Prebon London International Boat Show

May 26, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Sealine International has joined the list of exhibitors who will showcase products at the 2011 Tullett Prebon London International Boat Show at ExCeL after an absence of two years. Andrew Williams, Managing Director at National Boat Shows said:  “We are delighted to welcome Sealine International back to the 2011 Tullett Prebon London International Boat Show... ... read full story

Ferretti Yachts receives more awards in China

May 26, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Ferretti Group brand Ferretti Yachts, active within the sphere of the production of flybridge motor yachts measuring 14 to 27 metres, is becoming increasingly better known in China. This has been confirmed by top level awards won in contests of international importance and significant visibility, such as the China International Boat Show 2010 in Shanghai and Gafencu magazine’s Best Of the Best Award in Beijing. ... read full story

SYCARA IV receives Judges’ Special Award at the World Superyachts Awards 2010

May 25, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Burger Boat Company is proud to announce that Superyacht SYCARA IV has been awarded the Judges’ Special Award at the 2010 World Superyachts Awards ... read full story

Princess Cruises honoured by Port of San Francisco for environmental efforts.

May 25, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Three Princess Cruises ships -- Sapphire Princess, Sea Princess and Star Princess have just been named as gold-level winners of the Port of San Francisco 2009 Cruise Ship Environmental Award. The awards honor the ships’ “outstanding record in safeguarding the environment and protecting the air and water quality of San Francisco Bay during their port calls.” This is the fifth year Princess ships have earned this prestigious distinction. ... read full story

2010 British Classic Yacht Club Panerai Cowes Regatta flooded with yachts

May 25, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

This year, for the first time, the regatta forms part of the high profile 2010 Panerai Classic Yachts Challenge Series, which as well as the Cowes event, features some of the world's leading classic yacht regattas, including the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta and the Régates Royale, Cannes. ... read full story

Smaller boat sales lead boating industry recovery in US

May 25, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

As Memorial Day approaches – one of the most popular boating weekends of the year – the recreational boating industry trade group, National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and the industry’s national consumer awareness program, Discover Boating, report an improving trend in small aluminum boat sales; boats typically purchased by first-time boaters for fishing and navigating... ... read full story

Austal establishes global Yacht & Ship Refit service offering

May 25, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Austal has established itself as a major provider of worldwide vessel maintenance and management, securing more than 1000 service-related jobs in 16 different countries over the past year. Many of these contracts involve non-Austal vessels and range from refitting steel offshore support vessels to planned vessel maintenance of high speed aluminium patrol boats. Earlier this... ... read full story

Handsome Starlight Plumb Bow Style Super Yacht AMNESIA IV to be launched in 2010

May 25, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Amnesia IV Yacht is a handsome starlight plumb bow style 65m (213.25ft) superyacht with an especially flowing and well balanced contemporary profile. She is due to be launched in 2010 by the Italian yacht building company Benetti Yachts. Redman Whiteley Dixon have very successfully designed both exterior and interior design and Benetti was the in-house... ... read full story

e3 Systems Spain launch new website

May 25, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

After months of preparation and in-depth client consultation e3 Systems have just launched their new website -e3s.com.  e3 Systems’ aim is for the site to become the industry reference point for all advanced marine electronics and services information.  It covers the full range of e3’s recommended technology, services, support and training plus a host of... ... read full story

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