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30m Sailing Yacht Antares III by Yachting Developments Sets Sail

June 16, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

International award winning Auckland based Superyacht builder Yachting Developments is proud to launch another custom built 30m composite performance cruising sloop, sailing yacht Antares III. From the design board of naval architects Dixon Yacht Design the vessel is referred to as build number YD69, or by its project name “Meteor 100” but is now proudly named ‘Antares III’.... ... read full story

Esthec® signs Teak Marine as distributor for Canada and US West Coast

June 16, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Esthec® is pleased to announce that Teak Marine is now the official installer of Esthec® for Canada and the Western United States.  Teak Marine, known for its fine nautical decks and floors, works with builders, refit yards, captains and owners on many of the yachts in the area.  Esthec® is thrilled to have established this... ... read full story

IAG Yachts sells 127’ motor yacht Primadonna and 100’ yacht Electra

June 16, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Chinese based shipyard IAG Yachts have sold their first two production model superyachts, the 127 foot motor yacht PRIMA DONNA, to a buyer in Florida and the 100 foot yacht Electra to a buyer in China. Thee recent sales follows on from some successful shows in Miami, Shanghai and Hong Kong, on what’s been... ... read full story

America’s Cup Teams welcomed to San Francisco

June 16, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Today the field of international competitors for the 34th America’s Cup revealed their game plans for winning the trophy and bringing the honor of hosting the Cup to their home country. Teams representing China, France (with two teams), Italy, New Zealand, Republic of Korea, Sweden and USA made their first appearance together in the host... ... read full story

Boat Asia 2012

June 16, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

TMX Show Productions, producers of Boat Asia, today announced plans for Asia’s largest and longest running boat show to return to the breath-taking Marina at Keppel Bay from 12 -15 April 2012. Since it moved to Marina at Keppel Bay in 2007, Boat Asia has become a driver for the marine industry in Singapore and the... ... read full story

New Horizon E54 motor yacht defines the Modern Sport Yacht

June 16, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Horizon is pleased to introduce the latest model – Horizon E54 AERO sport yacht, featuring innovative Volvo IPS drive technology, an eco-friendly design and immense interior volume for a comfortable and efficient ride.  Driven by environmental awareness in manufacturing and operation, the Horizon E54 AERO motor yacht is a lesson in modern yacht design.  Dual... ... read full story

Contechs Marine to exhibit at Monaco Yacht Show and METS

June 15, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The UK based bespoke interior and exterior yacht specialist, Contechs Marine, is exhibiting at two major events this year as the company expands into the global superyacht and refit sector. Contechs Marine has secured its place at the Monaco Yacht Show in September and the Superyacht Pavilion of METS in November, where the company will... ... read full story

Motor Yacht Andreas L Ready for Mediterranean Summer Yacht Charter

June 15, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Motor Yacht Andreas L has just finished a ‘spruce up’ in readiness for the busy Europe Mediterranean summer yacht Charter season, which runs predominantly from June to September. En-route back from her cruising and chartering in the Caribbean, motor yacht Andreas L stopped off in Barcelona for a sprice up. The yacht has now emerged... ... read full story

Heesen Yachts launches 37 metre superyacht Aurelia

June 15, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

Heesen Yachts has launched hull YN 15437, the 37metre semi-displacement superyacht christened Aurelia, ahead of schedule. Project-managed by Nakhimov, superyacht Aurelia is the tenth in the successful 37 metre class built by this Dutch shipyard. Powered by two MTU 16V 4000 M90 diesel engines, the luxury yacht is an all-aluminium hard chine vessel with the... ... read full story

Besenzoni introduce 3 new sun protection technologies for superyachts

June 15, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Besenzoni have designed and introduced three new sun protection technologies for superyachts for the upcoming season. The first new designed called ‘Petalo’ is a new take on the classic umbrella. Designed by Emanuele Salvador, the Petalo shade cover is a perfect synthesis of aesthetics and ergonomics. Shaped by the wind, thin fabric is drawn up... ... read full story

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