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Marine Industry recognise Victoria’s leading marine manufacturers and suppliers in Australia

May 19, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The Boating Industry Association (BIA) of Victoria has sent out the call for nominations for this year’s BIA Victorian Marine Industry Awards to recognise Victoria’s leading marine manufacturers and suppliers. Award categories follow last year’s successful format, with the Industry Achiever being selected from the eight category winners for the foremost of these prestigious awards.... ... read full story

Gulf Craft debuts Majesty 88 luxury yacht

May 19, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Gulf Craft, the region’s largest and internationally renowned boat manufacturer has announced its participation at the fifth Beirut International Boat and Super Yacht Show which will get underway from 19th May. During the five day show, marine enthusiasts will be able to experience Gulf Craft’s signature luxury yacht – the Majesty 88 through its dealer,... ... read full story

Yacht VANTAGE Launched – the Palmer Johnson PJ 150

May 19, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The PJ150-7 VANTAGE features an open-plan salon, bar and dining area for ten. The Yacht's master suite has a private study, his- and-hers bathrooms and a walk-in dressing area. There are two double cabins with ensuite bathroom and two cabins, each with two single beds and one Pullman. Yacht VANTAGE can accommodate twelve guests and eight crew members. There is a fully integrated, centralised entertainment system throughout. ... read full story

Heesen launches their 3700 Yacht Willpower

May 18, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Heesen Yachts have recently launched superyacht WILLPOWER a Heesen 3700 series motor yacht in the Netherlands. Yacht Willpower is hull number 14537 of the successful 3700 series and as such she is similar to her sister-ships with respect to her exterior yacht design and other specifications. Her interior however is customised and will be fully polished completed for delivery to the yacht’s owner after sea trials and testing. ... read full story

Xiqui Mas steps down from his Vilanova Grand Marina Chairman post

May 18, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Xiqui Mas

After five years of Presidency at Vilanova Grand Marina, Xiqui Mas steps down from his post. Involved as a shareholder, creator and a promoter, Xiqui Mas has been with the company from the outset. This change is due to the different directions chosen by other marina shareholders, which are  fundamentally different from Xigui Mas’ original... ... read full story

PORTLAND MARINA DORSET READY FOR 2012 OLYMPICS

May 18, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Portland Marina is built on a former Royal Naval Air Site. The marina will form part of the venue for sailing events for the London 2012 Olympic & Paralympic Games and is positioned next door to the UK’s National Sailing Academy. ... read full story

Telemar Yachting Opens Office in Fort Lauderdale USA

May 18, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

TELEMAR YACHTING -telemar-yachting,the Viareggio-based superyacht electronics company providing Navigation, Communication, Audio/Video Entertainment systems, Computer Integration, Security Systems and Airtime to the world's superyacht industry, has opened its Americas office in Fort Lauderdale. "This permanent base in the yachting capital of the Americas rounds out our coverage of Asia, the Mediterranean and the Americas,"said Andy Gifford Telemar Yachting's General Manager. Just off Fort Lauderdale's 17th Street superyacht centre and near Fort Lauderdale International Airport, the new Telemar Yachting offices at 1831 Cordova Road will be managed by Mark Theissen, Telemar's Business Development Manager, expanding the company's presence in the Americas and the Caribbean. ... read full story

The Blue Coast 95 Custom Catamaran to be launched this summer.

May 17, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Blue Coast 95’ which will be the 4th largest catamaran in the world when completed is under construction at the H2X shipyard in La Ciotat. The catamaran Blue Coast 95’ was designed by Jean‐Jacques Coste and is the first maxi-catamaran of this new range created by Coste Design and Partners. The official launch of the Blue Coast 95 will take place during the Cannes boat show from 8 to 13 September 2010. ... read full story

Boat/Yacht Sales Tax Cap Passes in Florida State

May 17, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

We want to thank all those who heeded our Call to Action and wrote their State Legislators in support of this easure. Your efforts have paid off.” Littlejohn urged FYBA members and marine industry professionals throughout the state of Florida to write Governor Crist in support of the bil Florida has been losing boat sales and service revenue to other states and countries who offer more favorable sales tax treatment. ... read full story

Australia: The 2010 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show Opens Thursday

May 17, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The 22nd annual Show is staged at Sanctuary Cove on the Gold Coast from Thursday, May 20 to Sunday, May 23 from 9am to 5pm daily. ... read full story

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