MTN Satellite Communications (MTN) announced today after successful sea trials of yacht ECLIPSE that it is the chosen VSAT services provider for the 557-foot superyacht Eclipse, the world’s largest yacht. The global service company provides communications, connectivity, and content services to remote locations around the world, with its partners Jetstream and e3 Systems to superyachts. ... read full story
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CUERVO Y SOBRINOS CONFIRM PLATINUM SPONSORSHIP OF THE SUPERYACHT CUP
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With only one week to go until the Palma regatta, yachts are arriving and making preparations for owners and guests. The entry list currently stands at 24 yachts and includes some of the most spectacular superyachts in the world. The Superyacht Cup dock on Muelle Viejo will be full, accommodating 18 of the yachts with six others moored in adjacent marinas close to the action in the race village. ... read full story
Rodriguez Group France Superyacht Builder Appoints New Chairman – Alexandre Rodriguez Resigns
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Mr. Alexandre RODRIGUEZ handed-in his resignation to the members of the Supervisory Board of the company considering that “given the current circumstances, the protection of the Group’s interests and of its shareholders must remain an absolute priority”. RODRIGUEZ GROUP confirms that the ongoing judicial procedure is directed towards Mr. Alexandre RODRIGUEZ personally only and does not concern RODRIGUEZ GROUP’s activities. RODRIGUEZ GROUP is regularly subject to legal audits and controlled by relevant authorities. ... read full story
Ruea Yachts – A New Luxury Superyacht Venture in Thailand, Asia
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THAILAND – Asia’s leading luxury yacht company, Yacht Solutions, has unveiled a high-end superyacht division - Ruea Yachts - which will design and construct exclusive vessels to satisfy escalating demand among affluent individuals in Asia and across the world. ... read full story
Expansion for Feadship Yacht Shipyard Holland
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Royal Van Lent will also see widening the locks in the nearby city of Gouda from 12 to 14 meters. The bridges in the towns of Oude and Nieuwe Wetering will also be extended to the same width, with an expected completion date of 2012. ... read full story
Florida Panhandle Yachting Business Impacted by Gulf Oil Spill
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Emerald Coast Yachts, a charter operation and sailing school based in Gulf Breeze, Florida, noticed a drop-off in business right after the oil spill. "We were booked through the end of June and having the best year we've had," said Peggy Van Sleen. "But then the oil spill came and the phones stopped ringing. We've received no new business since then." ... read full story
Sea-Fire Suppression Technology Moves into Middle East
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"Sea-Fire's line complements the markets and customers we already serve," said Solas management rep Tuan Hain Rajudin. "They offer good, effective products that are easy to install. Delivery time is excellent and the manufacturer is quick to respond to service requests." ... read full story
There is a New Name in the large Luxury Yachting Industry – Vantage
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The expanded and comprehensive range of Vantage services includes: - Compliance and Technical Services (ISM, Mini ISM, ISPS, MARPOL, Emergency Response) - Yacht Registration and Financial Administration - Crew Recruitment - Employment and Payroll Services ... read full story
New Superyacht Dry Dock in US for Knight & Carver YachtCenter
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The superyacht dry dock is named 'Diligence' and can accommodate yachts of up to 122m (400ft) in length and 30m (100ft) in width. It will be berthed at Knight & Carver's docks, located on the southeast shores of San Diego Bay. Knight & Carver YachtCenter claims to have the largest lifting capacity (4,000-tonnes) for superyachts and commercial vessels on the US west coast — and one of the largest in the country. ... read full story
Princess Yachts report increased turnover and strong profits
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Princess Yachts have announced very positive results for the year ended 31 December 2009, despite continued uncertainty in global economic conditions. Princess yachts have reported an increased turnover of £213.8 million, up 3% from the previous year, driven by the continued investment in new product development and the establishment of new markets. ... read full story