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Inchcape Shipping Acquires Global Marine Travel

May 20, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Inchcape Shipping Services is to acquire Global Marine Travel, effective 31 May 2010. Global Marine Travel is a specialist travel agency and related service provider to the marine, offshore and yachting industries providing a global travel solution to its customers from its head office in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and from offices in Vancouver and the... ... read full story

Designers discuss a new boat class for America’s Cup

May 20, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

19 Designers to decide on new Americas Cup class

An important step was taken towards creating the next America’s Cup boat when 19 designers met in Valencia. The main point of discussion was, whether to develop a monohull or a multihull for the 34th America’s Cup. The conference was held at the home base of BMW ORACLE Racing during its successful 33rd America’s Cup... ... read full story

Velux 5 Ocean Yacht Race 2010 / 2011 – Hill & Knowlton to handle media

May 20, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The VELUX 5 OCEANS, the solo round-the world yacht race which starts October 17, 2010, has appointed leading strategic communications agency Hill & Knowlton to handle a global media relations brief utilising their network of offices around the world. Through their network, centrally co-ordinated from London, Hill & Knowlton’s Sports team will assist the race... ... read full story

Sanlorenzo Launch Yacht Anastasia M

May 19, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Sanlorenzo celebrates the launch of motor yacht Anastasia M, another semi-displacement flagship Sanlorenzo superyacht. The prestigious Italian Shipyard is focused on the production of exclusively tailor-made motor yachts according to the requirements and style of every single owner, has recently launched another flagship of the GRP navettas with semi-displacement hull (SD line) and Anastasia M... ... read full story

Atlantic Marine Purchased for $352m by BAE Systems

May 19, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Linda Hudson, president and chief executive officer of BAE’s US business said: “The acquisition of Atlantic Marine’s operations, highly skilled workforce, and marine fabrication capabilities will enhance BAE Systems’ ability to serve customers in the naval support and upgrade sector.” ... read full story

Boustead Yachts Malaysia in new-build talks with European Superyacht Shipyard

May 19, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Malayasia's Boustead Yachts (BY) is in negotiations with an unnamed but established European superyacht yard to start building production superyachts between 25m-30m (82ft-98ft). ... read full story

Fairline Boats appoints BJ Marine in Ireland

May 19, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

With over 30 years' experience in boat sales and service, BJ Marine will trade as Fairline Ireland and undertake sales and service operations of the previous authorised Fairline dealer for the region. ... read full story

International Sailing Federation ISAF reafirms anti piracy recommendations

May 19, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Gulf Of Aden and Indian Ocean Piracy

Military Authorities have issued further warnings of piracy attacks in the Gulf of Aden and the Northern Indian Ocean region. As a result the International Sailing Federation (ISAF) has re-issued advice on guidelines. ... read full story

Superyacht LIVIA Launched by Moonen Yachts

May 19, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Motor yacht Livia was styled by René van der Velden, who has created a sleek low-profile exterior with an elegant flared bow, a sloping stern with twin stairways, a graceful sheer line and bold fashion plates. The round-bilged hull from the boards of Diana Yacht Design ensures exceptional comfort at sea, while the economical shaping combines with tankage for some 28,000 litres of fuel to give Livia an impressive transatlantic range. ... read full story

Peters & May USA Yacht Transport shipped more than 350 boats last month

May 19, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Peters & May USA Yacht Transport shipped more than 350 boats last month which is a "significant increase" over the preceding months, the company reports. While April is a busy month for vessels moving to the Mediterranean for the summer, the company has also seen increases in the Australian, Middle Eastern and Far Eastern markets. ... read full story

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