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Motor yacht Mazu, Cheoy Lee’s 5000th yacht nearing completion

April 05, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Motor yacht Mazu, Cheoy Lee’s 5000th order since 1940’s, is currently nearing completion. Work on the steel hull and composite superstructure was done in parallel, in two different building bays at Cheoy Lee’s ‘Hin Lee’ manufacturing yard in southern China. ... read full story

34th America’s Cup: Portugal to host first event of World Series

April 05, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The coastal town of Cascais will play host to the first America’s Cup World Series event, scheduled Aug. 6-14. Cascais, about 30 kilometers west of the Portuguese capital of Lisbon, has hosted many world championship sailing events and now it’ll host the first event of the ACWS. ... read full story

Lantic Entertainment Systems new user interface for superyachts

April 04, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Lantic Entertainment Systems, the leading developer and manufacturer of integrated entertainment systems for superyachts, has announced the launch of its all new software Suite 2011 incorporating an exciting new graphical user interface. ... read full story

The 80 metre (220 ft) Maricuda Project to win the Hales Trophy, the Blue Riband of the Atlantic gains momentum

April 04, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Maricuda project to win the Hales Trophy, the Blue Riband of the Atlantic has gained significant momentum recently with its association and assistance from General Electric, Renk, Wartsila and Devonport Yachts. The design process of the 80 metre (220 ft) Maricuda Atlantic Challenger, the craft that is being designed to cross the Atlantic in under two days is closer to becoming a reality. ... read full story

Williams expands to meet increased global demand

April 04, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Williams Performance Tenders, the world’s leading jet tender specialist, is expanding its UK operation in response to continued business growth. Williams is adding an additional 20,000 sq. ft to its Berinsfield-based headquarters, and has recruited four new members of the team so far this year to meet the increased global demand for its tenders. ... read full story

Overmarine Group (Baglietto, Cantieri di Pisa, and Mangusta) at the 26th Palm Beach International Boat Show

April 04, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Overmarine Group (Baglietto, Cantieri di Pisa, and Mangusta) was represented at the 26th annual Palm Beach International Boat Show by MarineMax Yacht & Brokerage Group. Running from March 24th to 27th during spectacular weather, thousands of attendees visited the dedicated display featuring the following scale models: Mangusta 92’, 108’ and 148’; and Baglietto 46 Meter. ... read full story

Magnum Marine turns 45

April 04, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Magnum Marine's longstanding successful and “icon” activity continues without a break, not even for their 45th anniversary and the launch of two exceptional new models: the Magnum 51' “Gold Label” yacht (with a special gold livery created for the occasion), and the all yellow Magnum 44' “Banzai” motor yacht. ... read full story

Giancarlo Galeone new Ferretti Group CEO

April 04, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

In deep sorrow for the sudden loss of Salvatore Basile, the Ferretti S.p.A. Board of Directors met under the chairmanship of Norberto Ferretti and appointed Giancarlo Galeone, Group shareholder and Director, as new Chief Executive Officer, conferring the relative proxy and powers. ... read full story

Tecnomar at the Abu Dhabi Yacht Show

April 02, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Tecnomar attended the Abu Dhabi Yacht Show 2011 which took place from March 24-26 at Yas Marina. The three-day event confirmed the shifting trend towards larger yachts within the industry, with the Middle East continuing as one of the main markets for larger scale yachts. ... read full story

Viking Yacht Company turns 47 Years Old

April 02, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Today marks a special date in the history of the Viking Yacht Company. Founded by brothers Bill and Bob Healey 47 years ago on April 1, 1964, what began as a small, wooden boat building company has developed into the world's largest privately owned and family operated manufacturer of luxury, high-performance sportfishing convertible yachts. ... read full story

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