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59th Giraglia Rolex Cup

April 28, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Giraglia Rolex Cup. Renowned. Respected. Prestigious. Historic. The ‘Fastnet of the Mediterranean’ is back for a 59th year as Corinthian sailing talent from around the world compete for one of the most illustrious and sought-after prizes in the sport. Given the prospective talent on show and enthralling encounters experienced in recent years, the 2011 edition promises to be another rich fixture in the sailing calendar. ... read full story

Tecnomar at the China International Boat Show

April 28, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

For the second consecutive year, Tecnomar attended the Boat Show in Shanghai (China International Boat Show), now in the 16th edition. This was a unique opportunity to reach out and work closely with the Chinese luxury yacht market, a market that is growing rapidly. ... read full story

Wally Yachts and Financial Times launch Maxi Yacht Grand Prix Series 2011

April 25, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Wally Yachts and the Financial Times have joined forces to launch a new Maxi Yacht racing series. The FT Wally Grand Prix Series is a unique series of races for the world’s largest fleet of Maxi racing yachts. The racing teams feature sailing’s premier talent from the America's Cup and the Olympics together with some of the most prominent captains of industry. The series takes place between April and October, moving between the Mediterranean’s most glamorous and vibrant sailing locations. ... read full story

First ISA 140 motor yacht under construction at ISA Yachts

April 22, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The first ISA 140 motor yacht is currently under construction at ISA Shipyard in Ancona. The ISA 140 series is ISA’s largest semi-custom superyacht of composite construction with hull and superstructure built from Fibre Reinforced Plastic (FRP). The first hull in the ISA 140 series is due to be completed and launched in 2011. ... read full story

A new step in Ferretti Group Training; Latest Service University courses comes to a close

April 21, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 2010-2011 Service University of Ferretti Group, a world leader in designing, building and marketing luxury motoryachts with a unique portfolio of the most prestigious and exclusive brands in the nautical world, has recently come to a close. ... read full story

‘HydroTec Global Explorer’ motor yacht in build at Palumbo Shipyard – A superyacht design by Hydro Tec

April 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 71m ‘HydroTec Global Explorer’ motor yacht designed by Hydro Tec is to be built by the Italian shipyard Palumbo. The 71.10m (233.27ft) Global Explorer yacht is a high volume expedition vessel, designed to circumnavigate the world. To be built to RINA class and MCA compliant, the Hydrotec Global Explorer has a build time of 30-36 months. ... read full story

Summer Yacht Charters in July & August 2011 in the Mediterranean, Europe

April 20, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The 2011 summer yacht charter season is gearing up to be a successful one in Europe in the Mediterranean countries of France, Italy, Greece & Croatia. There are more charter yachts available here than ever before in this magnificent cruising area, which is the largest and most popular yacht rental location in the world. You... ... read full story

2011 Audi MedCup Circuit: One Month until the start in Cascais

April 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

With one month left until the first start guns fire to open an exciting 2011 Audi MedCup Circuit, the Circuit organizers and the race teams are finalizing preparations to unfold the seventh successive year of Circuit racing, one which will see regattas returning successively to Cascais, Marseille, Cagliari, Cartagena and with the season’s finale in Barcelona. ... read full story

The first YARE Aftersales & Refit Exhibition a Success

April 19, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The first YARE Aftersales & Refit Exhibition that was held from 31st of March to 2nd of April in what is considered the heart of the superyacht production area Viareggio, received more than 3,000 visitors in three days; over 100 exhibitors in seven long tents along via Coppino with a total surface of 4,000 covered sq meters. ... read full story

First hull of Mangusta 148’ Oceano Motor yacht by Overmarine arrives in Viareggio

April 18, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The first hull of the Mangusta 148' 'Oceano' motor yacht arrived at the Viareggio facilities of Overmarine last week. The new superyacht model represents the first tri-deck displacement hull motor yacht projected by Overmarine Group still designed with the successful family feeling of the Large Open line yacht. ... read full story

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