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Sailing Kids to receive DAME (Design Award METS) donation

June 16, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Stichting Sailing Kids Foundation (SK) – a Netherlands based charity that organises sailing holidays for seriously ill children and their families – will receive the DAME (Design Award METS) donation for 2011. The charity was selected by the METS Committee out of seven applications it received after issuing a call for entries. SK arranges free... ... read full story

Griffin Yacht Services

June 16, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Griffin Global Group forms Griffin Yacht Services Griffin Global Group, the world’s largest specialist in marine and offshore travel, is expanding its Superyacht offering with a dedicated yacht division, Griffin Yacht Services. The new division will build on Griffin’s 34 international offices and over 40 years’ experience managing the unique travel requirements of organisations and... ... read full story

Sustainable Marina Development, a publication by John Hogan and Lyndall De Marco

June 16, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

A new book is being launched on June 20th at the Marina Industries Association of Australia (MIAA) Marinas 2011 conference in Melbourne Australia.  The book is the first of its kind to promote sustainability principles specifically to developers, owners and stakeholders of marina developments.  The book will be launched by Alistair Murray, CEO of Ronstan,... ... read full story

30m Sailing Yacht Antares III by Yachting Developments Sets Sail

June 16, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

International award winning Auckland based Superyacht builder Yachting Developments is proud to launch another custom built 30m composite performance cruising sloop, sailing yacht Antares III. From the design board of naval architects Dixon Yacht Design the vessel is referred to as build number YD69, or by its project name “Meteor 100” but is now proudly named ‘Antares III’.... ... read full story

Esthec® signs Teak Marine as distributor for Canada and US West Coast

June 16, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Esthec® is pleased to announce that Teak Marine is now the official installer of Esthec® for Canada and the Western United States.  Teak Marine, known for its fine nautical decks and floors, works with builders, refit yards, captains and owners on many of the yachts in the area.  Esthec® is thrilled to have established this... ... read full story

IAG Yachts sells 127’ motor yacht Primadonna and 100’ yacht Electra

June 16, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Chinese based shipyard IAG Yachts have sold their first two production model superyachts, the 127 foot motor yacht PRIMA DONNA, to a buyer in Florida and the 100 foot yacht Electra to a buyer in China. Thee recent sales follows on from some successful shows in Miami, Shanghai and Hong Kong, on what’s been... ... read full story

America’s Cup Teams welcomed to San Francisco

June 16, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Today the field of international competitors for the 34th America’s Cup revealed their game plans for winning the trophy and bringing the honor of hosting the Cup to their home country. Teams representing China, France (with two teams), Italy, New Zealand, Republic of Korea, Sweden and USA made their first appearance together in the host... ... read full story

Boat Asia 2012

June 16, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

TMX Show Productions, producers of Boat Asia, today announced plans for Asia’s largest and longest running boat show to return to the breath-taking Marina at Keppel Bay from 12 -15 April 2012. Since it moved to Marina at Keppel Bay in 2007, Boat Asia has become a driver for the marine industry in Singapore and the... ... read full story

New Horizon E54 motor yacht defines the Modern Sport Yacht

June 16, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Horizon is pleased to introduce the latest model – Horizon E54 AERO sport yacht, featuring innovative Volvo IPS drive technology, an eco-friendly design and immense interior volume for a comfortable and efficient ride.  Driven by environmental awareness in manufacturing and operation, the Horizon E54 AERO motor yacht is a lesson in modern yacht design.  Dual... ... read full story

Besenzoni introduce 3 new sun protection technologies for superyachts

June 15, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Besenzoni have designed and introduced three new sun protection technologies for superyachts for the upcoming season. The first new designed called ‘Petalo’ is a new take on the classic umbrella. Designed by Emanuele Salvador, the Petalo shade cover is a perfect synthesis of aesthetics and ergonomics. Shaped by the wind, thin fabric is drawn up... ... read full story

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