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Emirates Palace Superyacht Marina in the UAE opens

August 31, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Emirates Palace Marina in the UAE is now fully operational and is experiencing an increase in the number of yachts occupying its 167 superyacht berths. Emirates Palace Marina, managed by Art Marine, is the first of its kind in the country and the Gulf region in terms of luxury, and as a custom destination... ... read full story

Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association opening Asia Pacific region to Superyachts

August 31, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Founding Committee of the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association (APSA) is proud to announce that the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association has 45 Founding Members.  The Founding Members of APSA come from 14 countries across the world, from Fiji to Japan, from Australia to the United Kingdom.  The primary objective of the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association is to promote... ... read full story

Superyacht agent’s adventurous journey to the stunning charter location – Papua New Guinea

August 24, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

An epic adventure seen through the eyes of a roaming superyacht agent. His Mission is to cross three countries and 2000 miles to be charter-ready in the amazing and remote Papua New Guinea - in less than 10 days! During his adventurous journey he encounters many interesting challenges and a lot more ... ... read full story

A new season for the Palumbo Malta Superyacht Facilities

August 23, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Palumbo Group has yet reached another successful milestone. After a year of the Group’s successful internationalization of its services from Messina and Naples to the Malta Shipyard, an area covering 270,000m2, the Group recently acquired the Malta Superyacht Facilities. The superyacht Yard is fully in operation and has in a few weeks carried out... ... read full story

MDL’s Sail Training Awards announce six young winners

August 22, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The winners of MDL’s Sail Training Awards have been selected and the six deserving youngsters who won the opportunity to experience a life changing sailing trip will begin their voyage later this month. The winners have been carefully selected due to their exceptional accomplishments, or for overcoming adverse personal circumstances. The awards aim to give... ... read full story

Gold Coast Marine Expo announces ‘Carnivale of Colour’

August 22, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Australian boating identities and experts will come together under one roof to celebrate the Gold Coast Marine Expo Carnivale on November 5 at one of Australia’s largest and most sophisticated boat building factories. Gold Coast Marine Expo spokesman Stephen Milne said the evening would be a chance for boating enthusiasts to meet and mix with... ... read full story

Marina Port Vell joins Griffin Yacht Club at Monaco Yacht Show 2011

August 22, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Griffen Marine Travel and its Griffin Yacht division are pleased to announce that Marina Port Vell will be one of ten sponsors of the Griffin Yacht Club at the Monaco Yacht Show 2011. “We are extremely pleased to have Marina Port Vell join us,” says Pieter Rieder, Griffin’s SVP Commercial Development, adding, “Having purchased the... ... read full story

Marinas in UK launch RYA Active Marina Programme

August 17, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Marinas across the country are signing up to the new RYA Active Marina Programme which encourages berth holders to make the most of life with their boat through marina based training workshops and by supporting organised cruises and social events in marinas. ... read full story

Sevenstar yacht transportation expands network

August 17, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Sevenstar, the world leading provider of yacht transportation services has opened an office in Sydney. It is being managed by Dean Sharples, a well-known figure in the marine industry in Australia. Sevenstar has also announced further expansion of its activities in the United States and Turkey. “As the number of clients increases in the Australasia... ... read full story

Marine Travellift names Erich Pfeifer as president and COO

August 17, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Marine Travelift has named Erich Pfeifer as president and chief operating officer succeeding Steve Pfeifer, who will remain Marine Travelift’s CEO and continue to serve the company in a strategic and advisory role. Pfeifer joined Marine Travelift in 2003 as sales manager and was subsequently promoted to sales director of the Americas and then vice... ... read full story

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