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Lloyd’s Register Launches New Training Scheme

June 09, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Lloyd’s Register has launched a new scheme aimed at helping training providers deliver courses to recognised standards that meet their clients’ needs. The new Lloyd’s Register’s Approved Training Provider Scheme is designed to approve both training management systems and specific courses, whether these are provided by an independent college or academy, or the training department of a shipping company or manning agency. ... read full story

Hemisphere 140 (42 m) yacht becomes the new project at MCP Yachts

June 09, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

MCP Yachts signs a new contract for Hemisphere 140 Yacht project

MCP Yachts is proud to announce the signing of the new yacht contract Hemisphere 140 yacht. This semi-displacement full aluminium motor yacht measures 42.50 metres and will become the largest yacht in South Africa. ... read full story

Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2010 starts tomorrow.

June 09, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Twenty-eight of the largest and most spectacular sailing superyachts in existence are ready and waiting in Porto Cervo for the start of the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta. Taking place in Sardinia from 8 to 12 June 2010, the regatta is set for a thrilling start, with moderate to strong breezes predicted for the first day. The... ... read full story

Prout PT 138: The World’s largest sailing trimaran taking shape

June 09, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Breaking records, Prout has successfully infused all three hulls of its innovative sailing trimaran, the PT-138, using epoxy resin at the yard in Zhuhai (China). When the Prout PT 138 is launched it will be the largest sailing trimaran in the world. ... read full story

Superyacht Senses completes refit

June 09, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Testbank, a Southampton ship repairer has completed a 1 million GBP refit of megayacht SENSES. The 59,20m (194' 2") motor yacht SENSES spent 3 months at the Testbank Ship yard. ... read full story

Superyacht Manifiq delivered by Mondo Marine to new owners

June 09, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 40.5 m Mondo Marine Superyacht Manifiq was launched in May 2010 and last week she was delivered to her new owners who will cruise the Mediterranean in the 2010 summer season. The ceremony took place at Mondo Marine’s facility in Savona. ... read full story

The New ISA 630 Superyacht Kolaha’s interior by Patrick Knowles

June 08, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Yacht ISA 630 superyacht KOLAHA’s interior designed by Patrick Knowles has been described as “Key West-styled” and incorporates the clever use of natural materials with tropical influences such as bamboo, coconut shell and palm wood complemented with hand painted murals. The tropical influences are fused with sleek, clean joinery and contemporary furnishings. ... read full story

Avadesign reveal their latest 70-metre concept – New Diamond.

June 08, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Avadesign has revealed their latest 70-metre motor yacht concept NEW DIAMOND by Andrea Vastano.One of the main aspects of the design was to create a yacht that would be as “green” as possible, an increasing trend in the Superyacht industry. ... read full story

Two 50m Series megayachts from Christensen Shipyards commissioned.

June 08, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Two 50m Series megayachts from Christensen Shipyards named Perfect Pursuit and Deputy Dog have been commissioned ... read full story

Benetti launches 47 m Superyacht Imagination

June 08, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

With the motor yacht Imagination of 47, Benetti inaugurated a new semi-displacement line, entirely made of aluminum. The first model, FB 501, has arrived to the yard in Livorno and now under completion to be delivered to her final owner in mid July 2010. Superyacht "Imagination" is to be considered as an evolution of the Golden Bay line designed by Stefano Natucci, who also signed the new 47-meter yacht. ... read full story

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