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Audi MedCup – Region of Sardinia Trophy practice race won by sailing yacht Ran

July 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

When they won today’s 52 Series Practice Race Niklas and Catherine Zennström and their Ràn team enjoyed a morale boosting reminder that they are just one of several 52 Series teams which are in shape to leave the capital city of Sardinia next Sunday with the Region of Sardinia Trophy in their possession.           Their... ... read full story

Ribbon 45SC by Vripack Design Studio

July 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Vripack Design Studio has recently created a RIB for Dutch yacht builder Ribbon Yachts called the Ribbon 45 SC.  Ribbon Yachts gave the design brief to the Vripack Design Studio to create a Rib without having it look like a typical Rib plus she has to be an ultimate ‘man boat’. That is exactly what... ... read full story

42m motor yacht design by Setzer Design Group

July 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Setzer Design Group has created a new 42-metre superyacht design which will serve as a shadow and support vessel for the client’s higher speed toys as well as the vessels of his visitors. The hull and superstructure blend long lines with hard edges resulting in what Setzer Design Group hopes will be received as an elegant... ... read full story

2011 Panerai British Classic Week: Tough Conditions on Day Two

July 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The crews of the 71 classic yachts competing at Panerai British Classic Week 2011 were delighted when they awoke this morning to discover that yesterday’s strong winds had abated somewhat.  Race Officer Tony Lovell confirmed his intention to start today’s single race at noon and set up his course to the east of Cowes with... ... read full story

Ferretti Group & SHIG sign non-binding agreement to create joint venture

July 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Ferretti Group have signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding with Shandong Heavy Industry Group (“SHIG”) – a Chinese holding, controlling leading companies in the sector of engines, generators and propulsion systems – for the creation of a joint-venture, with the aim of developing an industrial partnership for the design, production and sale of motoryachts... ... read full story

Oyster 625 Sailing Yacht nominated for European Yacht of the Year

July 19, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The new Oyster 625 sailing yacht Blue Jeannie that was launched earlier this year to great acclaim at Oyster Marine’s  Private View in London, has been nominated for the best Luxury Cruiser in the European Yacht of the Year awards. The innovative new Oyster 625 yacht boasts a modern profile and contemporary styling and is a... ... read full story

Honda RIB to circumnavigate Australia for prostate cancer awareness campaign

July 19, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Honda-powered rigid inflatable boat (RIB) measuring 8.6m will be home for two brothers as they spend 10 weeks going ‘over the top’ to raise funds and awareness of prostate cancer by circumnavigating the Australian Coast. After extensive sea trialling off the West Australian coast, the custom 8.6m Gemini Pro RIB has been refined to... ... read full story

Wärtsilä acquires Cedervall

July 19, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Wärtsilä has acquired Cedervall, one of the leading manufacturers of shaft seal and bearing systems for the marine industry. Cedervall is headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, and the company has subsidiaries in Spain, China and Singapore, with manufacturing facilities in Sweden, China and Spain. ... read full story

4th RIVA TROPHY 2011 in Monaco and St Tropez

July 19, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The fourth Riva Trophy, an annual event reserved for Riva owners organised by Monaco Boat Service, Riva’s Monaco based dealer, was held from 8th to 10th of July 2011 in the beautiful setting of Monaco and St. Tropez. Taking part in this exclusive RIVA TROPHY 2011 event were Owners from all over Europe who have made Riva... ... read full story

Riva launches the 8th 115’ Athena motor yacht at the Ferretti shipyard

July 19, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 8th hull of RIVA’s 115’ Athena motor yacht series has been launched at the Ferretti Group shipyard in La Spezia, Italy. The semi-custom superyacht Athena 115 is the flagship of the Riva fleet. Riva, a Ferretti Group brand has always shown great skill in designing and building large yachts, which it designs and produces... ... read full story

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