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Lurssen Superyacht Phoenix Sold

June 09, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 61m (200 foot) luxury megayacht Phoenix has been sold, following the launch of the new Lurssen super yacht Phoenix 2. ... read full story

Yachts Ganesha and Highland Fling enjoy big breeze in ‘Bomb Alley’ in the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta in Porto Cervo today

June 09, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Strong winds and Sardinian sunshine made for an exhilarating start to the yacht racing Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta in Porto Cervo Italy today. The race committee set a 30 nautical mile course in the south-easterly breeze, which was blowing 18-20 knots at the start. The wind gusted up to 35 knots later in the race as it funnelled through the straits which divide the rugged islands of Caprera and La Maddalena from the Sardinian mainland. Today, no one needed to ask why sailors call these straits ‘Bomb Alley’. ... read full story

The New Feadship F45 motor yacht Sirius

June 09, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Built by Royal Van Lent, the 44.65 m (146’ 6”) motor yacht Sirius epitomizes the benefits of the new custom concept. The exterior yacht design of Siius was developed by De Voogt Naval Architects with Sinot Design Associates, the mature and contemporary exterior profile is combined with the unmistakable timeless lines and well-defined curves of a Feadship. Among the many sophisticated details is the way the knuckle goes ‘through’ the large main deck windows to enhance the nautical feel. ... read full story

85 m yacht Alysia has been sold and is now superyacht Moonlight II

June 09, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The 85 metre motor yacht Alysia built by Neorion and launched in 2005 has been sold and she is now called superyacht Moonlight II. Motor yacht Moonlight II and will remain active on the charter market at a rate of € 695,000 per week. ... read full story

Livewire Connections launches “Spend Control” and “DNS Blocking”

June 09, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Customer focused, Livewire Connections is pleased to announce “Spend Control” and “DNS Blocking” as part of their latest software upgrade. “Users can be unaware that they are roaming or have an open data session and can soon find themselves using high volumes of data. Charges can accumulate rapidly, with no knowledge to the user until... ... read full story

Codecasa Launches the new Codecasa 45s Hull F72 named Framura 2 Yacht

June 09, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Another exciting launch has been announced from Codecasa today. The first CODECASA 45S Hull 72, named FRAMURA 2 yacht has been launched on the 5th of June 2010. This new fast motoryacht Framura 2, designed by Andre Bacigalupo continuing the famous open Codecasa 35s and Codecasa 41s lines, has a propulsion given by two waterjets KaMeWa 71 S 3 and one booster KaMeWa 63 B 3 and it is provided of three engines MTU 2400 HP each. ... read full story

Nobiskrug to build the new 85 metre NVC 85 Y yacht series designed and Powered by Rolls-Royce

June 09, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Nobiskrug designated to build NVC 85 Y yacht line of 85-meter Yachts Designed and Powered by Rolls-Royce. German shipyard Nobiskrug GmbH has been selected as the European builder for the yacht. Atlantic Yachts retained Rolls-Royce Marine to design and engineer the design, which has been designated – “NVC 85 Y”. Atlantic’s founder, Paul Madden, is... ... read full story

Audi MedCup Marseille Trophy to Set Off in One Weeks Time

June 09, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

When the Marseille Trophy starts in one week’s time it will be the third successive year that the Audi MedCup Circuit has raced off the historic port which is a Mediterranean jewel. Emirates Team New Zealand (TP52 Series) and Puerto Calero (GP42 Series) lead the Circuit after the season’s first event. ... read full story

BlueSolar Panels introduces on the market by Victron Energy

June 09, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Skylla combination Photo Courtesy of Victro Energy

The use of solar panels has grown rapidly over the years. Unlike fossil fuels, the use of solar energy is environmentally friendly and a sustainable way to generate energy. Therefore, on June 7, 2010, Victron Energy introduces the BlueSolar Panels on the Dutch and international markets. ... read full story

Caterpillar’s Vision 2020 Strategy Unveiled

June 09, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Caterpillar Offices

Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) executives are unveiling the company's updated Vision 2020 strategy to employees, dealers, suppliers and shareholders, setting the stage for the next phase of the company's leadership and growth in the global industries it serves. ... read full story

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