With its technical shakedown now complete, it is handover day for the new AC45 wing-sailed catamaran, marking the beginning of the next era of the America’s Cup. America’s Cup Race Management (ACRM) will now manage the logistics, care and maintenance of the prototype as competitors test the boat over the coming weeks. The AC45 is the forerunner to the larger AC72, which will be used in the 34thAmerica’s Cup. ... read full story
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‘Scenic Worlds’ for Superyachts by MidasMediaTek
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MidasMediaTek have introduced ‘Scenic Worlds’ a system that uses cutting edge Holographic Laser Projection technology to transform the interior of any superyacht with the touch of a button or the wave of a hand. ... read full story
New Touch Control Bridge Monitors for Superyachts by Aadaptiv Technologies
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Aadaptiv Technologies has incorporated a number of key unique features into their range of bridge monitors which are ideally suited to operations in the superyacht world. Touch sensitive controls and optically bonded LCD Panels to minimise reflection and maximise clarity, the monitors are an ideal option either for new build or for refit upgrades. ... read full story
MS TÛRANOR PLANETSOLAR continues World Tour
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After successfully passing through the Panama Channel from East to West, MS TÛRANOR PlanetSolar will continue her world tour on the Pacific Ocean. TÛRANOR PlanetSolar and the boat’s crew have received an overwhelming welcome at their last stopovers in Miami, Cancun, Cartagena and Panama, and the team is now looking forward to the next legs of the journey. ... read full story
MS TÛRANOR PLANETSOLAR arrives in the Galapagos Islands
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During its circumnavigation of the world entirely without fossil fuels, using only the power of the sun, MS TÛRANOR PlanetSolar is currently visiting the Galápagos Islands. The world’s largest solar boat anchored in the harbour of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, San Cristóbal, today, Tuesday, 25 January 2011, around 9.00 hrs a.m. local time (15.00 hrs UTC). ... read full story
2011 Audi MedCup Circuit: “Audi Sailing Team powered by ALL4ONE” announce sponsorship and sailing yacht
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The Franco-German team, managed by Jochen Schümann, becomes “Audi Sailing Team powered by ALL4ONE”, following a new three-year agreement reached with title partner Audi. The team have confirmed the build of a new TP52 in Sydney, with which they aim to finish among the podium positions on both the Audi MedCup Circuit and at TP52 World Championship. ... read full story
Biedermann test drives the SEABOB CAYAGO F7
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The SeaBob superyacht water ports toy, the cayago F7, was tested by Germany swimming star Biedermann. He is twice winner of the Swimming World Championships and holder of the record over 200 m and 400 m freestyle. During an appointment at SPORT BILD, Biedermann took the opportunity to test the SEABOB CAYAGO F7 exclusively at... ... read full story
Seaview appoints Interform Marine
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One of the world's leading manufacturers of mounting solutions for marine electronics, Seaview, has appointed Interform Marine as its distributor for the UK and Ireland. ... read full story
64th Annual BIG Seattle Boat Show 2011
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The 64th Annual BIG Seattle Boat Show 2011 continues for 10 days over two full weekends. From kayaks to mega yachts and everything in between, this show has it all. ... read full story
Garmin® to Outfit Fluid Motion’s Ranger Tugs, Trawlers and Cutwater Boats
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Fluid Motion, designers and builders of Ranger Tugs, has announced that Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, will be the exclusive electronics supplier to outfit their full line of cruising tugs, including the new Cutwater Boats—an innovative line of trailerable pilothouse cruisers. This new OEM partnership is being announced in advance of the Seattle Boat Show, where the first Cutwater Boats will debut. ... read full story