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Sea-Fire Suppression Technology Moves into Middle East

June 11, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

"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

The yacht Esimit Europa 2 – Claimed the World’s Fastest Yacht – Launched in Cannes, France

June 11, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

15 years ago, the Esimit Europa project symbolically connected border cities and regions and the idea that seemed utopian at the time became reality with the expansion of the European Union. Today is the time for a new dimension -- a Pan-European dimension. ... read full story

48 M Baiterek Yacht Launched in Russia

June 11, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Motor yacht Baiterek had her exterior design work created by a Ukrainian design firm called Proline, who also created the video below. She is a high volume superyacht with over 1160 m2 of living areas and she has a displacement of 420 tons. ... read full story

Yacht Banque Populaire Set New World Record

June 11, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The new sailing record is welcome as Pascal Bidegorry and his team have been looking at every weather opportunities to make an attempt on the Jules Verne Trophy since mid-November 2009. Despite this stand-by period, the Team Banque Populaire has not managed to find the proper conditions has thus decided to reschedule their crewed handed round the world attempt to next fall. ... read full story

Superyacht Magnifiq – New To The Luxury Yacht Charter Market

June 11, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Superyacht Magnifiq had her exterior lines is designed by Cor D Rover of Holland and her interior design is the creation of well known designer Luca Dini. Motor yacht MagnifiQ has been built from a light alloy material - for both her hull and superstructure - in accordance with RINI and MCA stipulations. She makes for a great charter yacht. ... read full story

Massimo iS: An Innovative Sailing Yacht Concept

June 11, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Mladen Milosevic, a Serbian industrial designer has revealed a new innovative 54.9m superyacht concept known as Massimo iS. This extraordinary superyacht concept is based on a computer controlled surface, which enables the owner personalize the deck space. ... read full story

Abby Sunderland 16 Year Old Solo Circumnavigator Found

June 11, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

For the family of teenage solo sailor Abby Sunderland it was the best news possible - she had been found alive and well after fears she had been lost in wild weather in the middle of the Indian Ocean. But for 16-year-old Abby, who was attempting to better Australian Jessica Watson by becoming the youngest person to sail solo round the world, it was the end of that dream. ... read full story

Cor D. Rovers Triple Bridge Concept

June 11, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Cor D. Rover, a Dutch design studio specialised in styling of large motor yachts has developed and patented a new concept for yachts under 500 Grt. called the ‘Triple Bridge Concept’. The goal was to design a range of yachts from 33 –50m, under 500 Grt. offering owners and guests space normally found on much bigger yachts for less building, running-and manning costs. ... read full story

70m research vessel Golden Lion Yacht completes refit at the Balk Shipyard.

June 10, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 70m research vessel Golden Lion has just received a complete refit at the Balk Shipyard in the Netherlands. Golden Lion a three-masted topsail schooner has the work carried out to EU Directive 98/18 on safety rules and standards for passenger ships. ... read full story

FIFA World Cup South Africa 2010 starts today.

June 10, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The most awaited soccer event, the Fifa World Cup 2010 will kick start in a grand opening ceremony held at the newly-renovated Orlando Stadium in Soweto/Johannesburg, South Africa. For those still looking for accommodation or extra entertainment during the event, there are still luxury yachts available for charter. ... read full story

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