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2011 ICOMIA World Marinas Conference in Singapore Exceeds Expectations

May 13, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

An exceptional, global audience gathered together over the last two days in Singapore’s Swissotel The Stamford for the 2011 ICOMIA World Marine Conference. Held in Asia for the first time ever, 270 delegates attended from far and wide with representatives from Korea, China, Thailand, India, US, Hong Kong, Australia, Europe, Middle East, South America and of course, Singapore. ... read full story

Dubois Yachts appoints Toby Walker as Managing Director

May 12, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Dubois Yachts is delighted to introduce Toby Walker as the newly appointed Managing Director. Toby studied Law at Southampton Solent University before embarking on a career as a yacht broker. A mutual respect and understanding between Ed Dubois and Toby has grown while working together in the industry on a number of projects over many years. ... read full story

Amico Group launches Cantiere Amico Loano Superyacht refit yard

May 12, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Amico Group, an Italian superyacht refit specialist has opened a new mega yacht refit yard called Cantiere Amico Loano. The new 8,500sq m refit yard will be able to service, repair and refit yachts and superyachts from 8m-55m (26ft-180ft) and has a 550t travel lift. ... read full story

Camper & Nicholsons Marinas and BR Marinas in Brazil in cooperation agreement

May 12, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Camper & Nicholsons Marinas, global marina group, and BR Marinas, Brazil’s leading marina group, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to cooperate in the growth of luxury marinas in Brazil. The key purpose of the partnership is the development of C&N Marinas in Brazil, and in technology exchange and marketing cross promotion. ... read full story

New marina consultancy team in Asia Pacific: Marina Projects Ltd and Mott MacDonald Hong Kong

May 10, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Marina Projects Ltd and Mott MacDonald Hong Kong team up in a new partnership which offers a seamless collaboration between marina consultancy and maritime – coastal engineering expertise. Marina developers and investors can now benefit from a comprehensive and unrivalled consultancy service available throughout the Asia Pacific region. Marina Projects and Mott MacDonald Hong Kong are fully committed to providing environmentally sustainable solutions to all aspects of marina design. ... read full story

Bradford Marine Bahamas form Joint Services Arrangement with Pipe Welders companies

May 10, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Bradford Grand Bahama, Ltd, Pipe Welders Marine, Inc, High Seas Technology, Inc, and P&R Canvass, LLC are pleased to announce that they have formed a Joint Services Arrangement that gives Pipe Welders, High Seas, and P&R preferred subcontractor status with Bradford Marine Bahamas. Under this arrangement, they will be able to provide their high-quality products and services to yachts, superyachts and commercial vessels calling at Bradford Marine Bahamas' Freeport shipyard. ... read full story

Environmental Conference Champions Clean Sustainable Seas and Oceans

May 10, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Internationally renowned Environmental Organisations will be heading to the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy (WPNSA) on May 26th this month to partake in a ground-breaking environmentally based conference. The emphasis will be placed on ‘thinking globally – acting locally’ with the combined aim of championing clean and sustainable seas and oceans. ... read full story

Bellingham Marine awarded contract for upgrade of Westhaven Marina Auckland, New Zealand

May 09, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Renovation work is underway at Westhaven Marina located in downtown Auckland, New Zealand. The marina is replacing 106 of its berths with modern concrete floating pontoons. Bellingham Marine New Zealand was awarded the design/build contract for the project in December 2010. According to the company, crews arrived on site on March 13th, and the project is expected to be completed in July. ... read full story

2011 World Superyacht Award Winners

May 09, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Last night in the heart of the City of London, the superyacht industry’s finest gathered in the magnificent surroundings of Guildhall for the most glamorous and anticipated event in the yachting calendar – the sixth annual World Superyacht Awards. ... read full story

Sailing yacht Zefira wins ‘Sailing yacht of the Year’ at 2011 World Superyacht Awards

May 09, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Fitzroy Yachts has enjoyed a very successful night at the sixth annual world superyacht awards thanks to their efforts in building superyacht Zefira. During a glittering gala evening attended by a distinguished guest list over 500 superyacht owners, their families, friends and senior members of the superyacht industry, sailing yacht Zefira built by Fitzroy yachts received not one but two prized silver Neptune’s for best sailing yacht in 45m + category and 'sailing yacht of the year’ ... read full story

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