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Auckland’s Wynyard Quarter Sea+City Waterfront Development for Rugby World Cup 2011

June 15, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Auckland's Wynyard Quarter waterfront is currently in the throes of development, with five new attractions on schedule for completion in 2011 - and the Rugby World Cup hosted by New Zealand. This latter major attraction will no doubt see a number of superyacht owners making their way to Auckland, New Zealand, in search of marina berth spaces to base themselves. ... read full story

Superyacht Senses completes refit

June 09, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Testbank, a Southampton ship repairer has completed a 1 million GBP refit of megayacht SENSES. The 59,20m (194' 2") motor yacht SENSES spent 3 months at the Testbank Ship yard. ... read full story

Gold Coast Superyacht Marina Stalled in Australia

June 07, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

After examining submissions for a new Queensland Australia superyacht marinas and commercial developments near Sea World on the Gold Coast since February last year, the Bligh Government this week rejected all proposals so far, saying they were not up to scratch. ... read full story

New Superyacht Dry Dock in US for Knight & Carver YachtCenter

June 04, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The superyacht dry dock is named 'Diligence' and can accommodate yachts of up to 122m (400ft) in length and 30m (100ft) in width. It will be berthed at Knight & Carver's docks, located on the southeast shores of San Diego Bay. Knight & Carver YachtCenter claims to have the largest lifting capacity (4,000-tonnes) for superyachts and commercial vessels on the US west coast — and one of the largest in the country. ... read full story

Construction Begins on Porto Arsenal a New Superyacht Marina in Northern Sardinia

June 02, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The new Sardinia marina is to have dedicated superyacht moorings and berth and there will be residential, retail and commercial facilities. Marina on Porto Arsena also provides for maxi sailing yachts and racing yachts, a design hotel of 120 rooms and suites, a medical spa of 3,500 square meters, a shopping gallery of 8,000 square meters, an area of 105 residential apartments and a conference center of 1,700 square meters. ... read full story

Camper and Nicholsons Marinas to Create the Superyacht Sanya Serenity Marina in China

May 28, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Camper and Nicholsons Marinas has taken a significant step into new markets with the award of a new contract from Luhuitou Tourism Development Co Ltd to design and commission the Sanya Serenity Marina. The marina will incorporate 350 berths, including superyacht berths up to 50m and will form part of a resort being designed by world renowned architects Chapman Taylor. It is due for completion in June 2011. ... read full story

Sunreef Yachts at Korea International Boat Show

May 26, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Sunreef Yachts will be participating at the forthcoming Korea International Boat Show held in Gyeonggi Bay, Gyeonggi Province from 9 to 13 June 2010. ... read full story

Motor yacht Princess Lauren lost and sunk after fire

May 25, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The 71 foot Princess Lauren Yacht is a Complete Loss After Fire in the United States (Florida) - Fire crews put out a devastating fire that destroyed a multimillion-dollar yacht Princess Lauren at the Sunset Harbour Yacht Club in Daytona Beach, officials said Saturday. The Motor Yacht Princess Lauren listed to the left and was a complete loss, said Battalion Chief Dru Driscoll. ... read full story

Cannes International Boat and Yacht Show 2010

May 25, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

This years Cannes International Boat & Yacht Show is the 33rd and it is to be held on the Wednesday 8-13th of September 2010 at Vieux Port & Port Pierre Canto, cannes, France. Opening hours are from 10.00 am to 7.00 pm everyday of the Show and on Monday 13th September, the final day, the show closes at 6 pm. Please see the official Cannes Boat Show website for further information and updates: - salonautiquecannes.com ... read full story

Mourjan Marinas IGY Dubai recognised with Marina Innovation and Excellence by Arab Maritime World Awards

May 24, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

CEO of Mourjan Marinas IGY, Michael Horrigan, received the award, which was part of the World of Yachts Recognition Awards for Excellence 2010, in front of leaders from the Arab maritime industry during the 6th International Beirut Boat show held this weekend. ... read full story

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