Fipa Group introduces their latest Maiora 27 motoryacht series, measuring 26.55 in LOA with a fibreglass hull and superstructure. This stylish new yacht has a four cabin layout and is powered by twin MTU 16V 2000 M94 engines, reaching a maximum speed of 28 knots. ... read full story
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US SAILING’s Rolex Yachtsman & Yachtswoman of the Year Awards held in San Francisco
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For U.S. sailors in northern latitudes, the yacht club commissioning ceremonies taking place over the next few weekends are just the latest signal that the 2011 sailing season is about to kick into high gear. And while it may be too early to place odds on which outstanding male and female sailor will ultimately be recognized as US SAILING’s 2011 Rolex Yachtsman or Yachtswoman of the Year, it has been announced that 32nd presentation of the awards will take place at St. Francis Yacht Club (San Francisco, Calif.) in February, 2012. ... read full story
Nespresso Cup 2011: Stage set in Portofino for Wally Sailing Yachts
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The Wally contenders for the 2011 Nespresso Cup have arrived in the exquisite Italian harbour of Portofino as preparations get underway to contest for ‘The Ultimate Cup’. The Wally crews have been out training today ahead of the official racing that starts tomorrow. “Our hopes are, of course, to win but we are not the only ones who are hoping,” said Claus-Peter Offen, owner of Y3K who finished 2nd overall last year. “There are a few boats who have the same hopes! The level of the boats and the crews is very high and very competitive and it’s going to be an exciting weekend.” ... read full story
Swan Sailing Yacht Arethusa Wins Swan Caribbean Challenge
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The crew of Club Swan 42 sailing yacht Arethusa came away from the 2011 Antigua Sailing Week as the champions of the Swan Caribbean Challenge following their impressive win in Class 3. The Club Swan 42 was entered by Phillip Lotz, of the USA and also gained the title of Best American Yacht. Yacht Arethusa won the class by a fair margin; the Club Swan 42 registered three race wins across the five days of racing and not once faltered out of the top three. ... read full story
53 Enclosed Flybridge Motor yacht by Riviera nears completion
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Riviera is now putting the finishing touches on its newest model, the 53 Enclosed Flybridge motor yacht, as it nears completion for its world release at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show in May. ... read full story
Antigua Sailing Week 2011: The 44th edition final countdown
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Hugo Stenbeck’s Dubois 90, Genuine Risk, left it until the last race to snatch overall victory in Class 1 from Richard Matthews’ Humphries 54, Oystercatcher XXVIII by a single point. ... read full story
28th Palma International Boat Show
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From 30th April to 8nd May, the 28th Palma International Boat Show gets underway – and with perfect timing for the boating market, right at the start of the season. ... read full story
Nespresso Cup: Wally sailing yachts prepare for 2nd edition off Portofino
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With only one week to go until the start of the second edition of the Nespresso Cup to be held over the 6th to 8th May, eight Wally Yachts representing a diverse range of these unmistakable sleek and stylish sailing yachts will be gathering in the beautiful harbour of Portofino in the coming days ahead of official registration on Thursday, 5th May. ... read full story
59th Giraglia Rolex Cup
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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
2011 America’s Cup World Series: Dress rehearsals in Auckland, New Zealand
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In preparation for the 2011 America’s Cup World Series, which kicks off this August in Cascais, Portugal and features stops in Plymouth, UK and San Diego, event organizers will stage on and off the water dress rehearsals in Auckland April 26-29 and May 2-6. ... read full story