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Abu Dhabi Ship Building signs MoU with DeBirs Yachts

March 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Abu Dhabi Ship Building, one of the leading shipbuilder and naval support services provider in the Gulf region, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Egypt-based DeBirs Yachts, a world-leading manufacturer of timeless and innovative motor yachts, during the ongoing International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) 2011 in Abu Dhabi. ... read full story

Trinity House funds “future leaders of superyachting”

February 28, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Youth charity and maritime training provider UKSA is seeking applications from young people to join its Yachting Cadetship training programme under an assisted funded scheme. Successful maritime candidates will receive funding from Trinity House, the charity which supports the “future leaders of superyachting”, as part of its Professional Yachtsman Bursary Scheme (PYBS). ... read full story

Positive results for Seatec-Compotec 2011

February 27, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Positive results for the ninth year of Seatec, held this year together with Compotec, the third International exhibition for composites and related technologies: 780 brands present overall (including 269 foreigners) compared to 753 in 2010; the total number of visitors from the industry up by 5%, that is 9,203 this year. 32.000 square metres of covered area occupied, over 40 side events in three days, a success that reconfirms Seatec’s and Compotec’s position among the top international trade fairs. ... read full story

4th High Performance Yacht Design Conference in New Zealand

February 27, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The dates for the 4th High Performance Yacht Design conference have been confirmed and will run from the 12-14 March 2012. This will take place in Auckland, New Zealand during the Volvo Ocean Race stopover. The boats arrive on 8 March and depart on 18 March. The conference venue will be in the heart of the Viaduct Basin in the purpose built Marine Events centre. ... read full story

Sanlorenzo receives Nautical Design Award 2011 in Miami

February 24, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

In occasion of the 23rd edition of the Miami Yacht & Brokerage Show 2011, the Italian Trade Commission, in collaboration with UCINA (Italian Marine Industry Association) awarded Sanlorenzo with the Nautical Design Award, recognition that the Italian shipyard distinguished itself by its efforts in promoting the “Made in Italy” brand in the USA. ... read full story

Republic of Singapore Yacht Club (RSYC) S$9 million expansion project

February 23, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The oldest yacht club in Asia, the Republic of Singapore Yacht Club (RSYC), has unveiled ambitious plans to upgrade its services and facilities to meet the discerning needs of Singapore’s upcoming new generation of yachting enthusiasts, boaters and marina-going club members. ... read full story

Hainan Rendez Vous 2011: A Benchmark Event for yachting in China

February 23, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Running April 1-4, the Hainan Rendez-Vous will display a dazzling fleet of yachts and superyachts from the world's very best ship builders to some 8,000 highly targeted attendees, about 250 of whom will be flown to and from the event on business jets. ... read full story

ISA Yachts and JLT Yacht Agency announce partnership agreement for Ank’s Marina, Croatia

February 22, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

International Shipyards Ancona (ISA) and JLT Yacht Agency have announced a partnership agreement today. JLT are now the preferred partner of ISA to provide marine and VIP concierge services to all ISA clients. ... read full story

Innovation at 2011 Miami International Boat Show & Strictly Sail

February 21, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Twelve marine products were honored for innovative achievement by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and Boating Writers International (BWI) at the 70th annual Miami International Boat Show & Strictly Sail Miami. Eleven companies took home the prestigious boating industry 2011 Innovation Award and one the Honorable Mention during NMMA’s State of the Recreational Boating Industry Breakfast, held this morning at the Miami Beach Convention Center. ... read full story

Destination UK promote the UK to visiting Superyachts

February 21, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Destination UK promote the UK to visiting Superyachts - Lancaster House in London

“Destination UK” is a new initiative designed to promote the UK’s cruising grounds to visiting Superyachts in the lead up to the 2012 Olympics and the legacy years. The event is focussed on making it as easy as possible for Superyachts to visit the UK. The more Yachts we can attract, the more opportunities there are for SYUK members and the UK supply chain. ... read full story

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