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World Yacht Racing Forum: Continuity is Key to Success

December 14, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

World Yacht Racing Forum 2010 Day 1 - Credit World Yacht Racing Forum

The World Yacht Racing Forum began today in front of 300 delegates and media from all over the world. Marketing experts discussed the growth of the sport and agreed that the lack of continuity is its main issue. ... read full story

2011 Panerai British Classic Week in Cowes

December 14, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The British Classic Yacht Club, with their event sponsor Panerai, have announced the dates for the 10th edition of the Club's annual Cowes regatta for classic yachts of all sizes. Renamed for 2011 as 'Panerai British Classic Week' next year's regatta in Cowes will run from Sunday 17th July to Saturday 23rd July ... read full story

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

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

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

2010 Phuket King’s Cup Regatta Review

December 13, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

With high winds bringing the 2010 Phuket King’s Cup Regatta to a slightly premature end participants were left toasting what has been one of the most competitive series of races in regatta history. ... read full story

WhisperPower introduces hybrid propulsion systems at Boot Dusseldorf

December 12, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

WhisperPower will introduce a complete range of hybrid propulsion systems from 5 to 250 kW at the Düsseldorf Boat Show, Stand 10F17. ... read full story

18th annual Boat of the Year (BOTY) award winners announced

December 12, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Topping this year’s list of winners for the 18th annual Boat of the Year (BOTY) awards in the sailboat industry were the Catalina 355 and the Discovery 50. The Catalina 355 won the Domestic Boat of the Year award, and the Discovery 50 was named Import Boat of the Year. ... read full story

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