The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) recently released its 2009 Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract providing data that offers an in-depth look at the state of the recreational boating industry. “The 2009 Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract is a comprehensive summary of statistics on the U.S. recreational boating industry, providing an unparalleled resource for industry stakeholders into... ... read full story
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Gulf Craft Wins award for ‘Innovation and Excellence’ at World of Yachts Recognition Awards 2010
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In addition to the industry’s recognition of Gulf Craft’s building expertise, the prestigious award for ‘Business Lifetime Achievement’ was awarded to His Excellence Mr. Mohammed Hussein Alshaali, Chairman of Gulf Craft. ... read full story
Six Senses Phuket Raceweek Yacht Regatta: Jaguar unveils new XJ series
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Jaguar have returned for a second successive year to Co-sponsor the Six Senses Phuket Raceweek 2010 Regatta and will be providing VIP guests from Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka Taiwan and Thailand the opportunity to see, drive and enjoy the latest addition to Jaguar’s timeless selection of sports and saloon... ... read full story
Mourjan Marinas IGY Dubai recognised with Marina Innovation and Excellence by Arab Maritime World Awards
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CEO of Mourjan Marinas IGY, Michael Horrigan, received the award, which was part of the World of Yachts Recognition Awards for Excellence 2010, in front of leaders from the Arab maritime industry during the 6th International Beirut Boat show held this weekend. ... read full story
Sanctuary Cove Show exhibitors confirm a great success.
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Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show exhibitors confirmed strong sales at the close of the four-day event this afternoon. ... read full story
The Canadian Government & Prince Edward Island invest in expansion of Montague Waterfront Marina
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The Town of Montague and surrounding areas will benefit from a combined federal and provincial investment of more than $156,400 to restore and expand the Montague Waterfront Marina. The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, on behalf of the Honourable Keith Ashfield, Minister of National Revenue, Minister of the Atlantic Canada Opportunities... ... read full story
West Marine now official supplier of Newport Bermuda Race
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On May 28, West Marine opens its new Newport Flagship West Marine store at 379 West Main Road in Middletown, RI. Almost three times larger than West Marine’s former store on Connell Highway, the new store has a significantly larger inventory and a full-service rigging shop. The store is also home to two other West Marine operations, Port Supply and Professional Captain’s Services. ... read full story
Yacht Arkley Wins Motor Yacht of the Year 2010 at World Superyacht Awards
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Each of the six winners of the motor yacht categories was eligible for this award, and their relative merits were debated by the judges at length. Put to the vote, the winner was clear - Superyacht Arkley, the 60-metre Lürssen was judged to be the winner of the prize being of a proven design and offering the performance and facilities that the majority of the panel admire in a long-range cruising yacht. ... read full story
SuperYacht RIELA is Winner of the Best Sailing Yacht Award 2010
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Super Riela, a 56-Metre class built by Perini Navi with naval architecture by Ron Holland and Perini Navi, had a winning mix of quality construction, a high level of amenities both inside and out, and a stunning, highly detailed interior design by Rémi Tessier - and she narrowly took the Neptune. But the result was close, and in recognition of the world-class quality of her construction and of a design exactly ... read full story
Yacht INDIO Wins Best Sailing Yacht 30-40m at World Superyacht Awards 2010
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BEST SAILING YACHT 30m – 44m at the 2010 World Superyacht Awards Winner: INDIO Length: 30.50m Builder: Wally Naval Architect: German Frers Exterior Stylist: Wally Interior Designer: Wally Yacht Indio Judges’ Comments: The finalists in this class were a diverse group of yachts: Chrisco, Indio and Liara representing the ‘modern high-tech’; Bliss and Cinderella the... ... read full story