Critical Acclaim continues to flow for Alloy Yachts as two of the most recent builds, sailing yacht Imagine II and superyacht Kokomo, took home Awards at the Boat International World Superyacht Awards held last weekend. ... read full story
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Nespresso Cup 2011: Day 1 serves up perfect blend of racing
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The opening day of the Nespresso Cup in Portofino, produced some close racing and magnificent battles in both divisions. “Racing today was good weather-wise,” said Nespresso Cup Race Ambassador Francesco de Angelis. “Sunny with a good breeze and we saw an interesting second race because there were some wind shifts which made it a bit more difficult.” In the Overall Division it was Indio (30.50m) that came out on top, winning both races despite the best efforts of Magic Carpet2 and Y3K to break their winning form ... read full story
Ninth annual American Superyacht Forum
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The biggest event in the American superyacht industry’s calendar, the American Superyacht Forum, is now just two weeks away. The three-day forum, which will be held at the Hilton Marina in Fort Lauderdale, runs from 16 to 18 May. ... read full story
Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association Founded in Hong Kong
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The Asia Pacific Superyacht Association has been launched in Hong Kong with a press conference at the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club. After a year and half of planning, the Founding Committee of APSA were proud to announce that the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association is fully incorporated in Hong Kong and is officially ready for business.... ... read full story
Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association (APSA) officially launches with press conference in Hong Kong
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Marking the launch of the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association (APSA), a press conference was held at The Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club today which was well attended by journalists and industry professionals from all around the region. ... read full story
Marinas 2011 International Conference and Exhibition attracts big attendance
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The International Marinas Conference and Exhibition called Marinas 2011 is being held in Melbourne 20 – 22 June. With just six weeks to go the Marinas 2011 Committee Chairman Mike Harvey is confident participation will exceed that of the last event held in 2009. ... read full story
Asia Boating Awards 2011 announces nominees
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The complete list of nominees for the upcoming Asia Boating Awards 2011 has now been released, with some impressive surprises and the return of some industry stalwarts. The Asia Boating Awards, now in its seventh year, is the region’s most established and respected event of its kind. This year sees awards in 23 categories, recognising Asian builders and international brands, as well as Asian regattas, marinas and yacht designers working in Asia. The pioneering Asia Boating Awards was the first event to recognise the efforts and successes of Asian yacht builders. ... read full story
The Isle of Man Ship Registry Grows Superyacht Sector
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The Isle of Man Ship Registry 2010 report shows growth in the superyacht sector. For more details download the report here: The Isle of Man 2010 annual ship registry report. In every bay where superyachts group to berth or drop anchor, Manx-registered vessels are becoming ever more prevalent. Where once only one or two flags adorned... ... read full story
Discovery Yachts UK invests in bespoke veneer equipment
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Discovery Yachts, world class builders of blue-water cruising yachts, are taking their joinery to new levels of excellence following their recent investment in a specialist veneer press, saw and veneer finishing equipment. The new precision equipment enables the company to offer in-house, exceptional quality veneer finishes for their owners as well as a choice of... ... read full story
Vicem Yachts move Superyacht Production to Antalya
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Turkish superyacht builder Vicem Yachts, a leader in innovative and prestigious open and megayachts, continues its march towards excellence concentrating all production in their Antalya facilities on the Turkish south-east Mediterranean coast. This move is part of the new Vicem Yachts three year industrial plan started at the end of 2009. ... read full story