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Atlantic Marine Purchased for $352m by BAE Systems

May 19, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Linda Hudson, president and chief executive officer of BAE’s US business said: “The acquisition of Atlantic Marine’s operations, highly skilled workforce, and marine fabrication capabilities will enhance BAE Systems’ ability to serve customers in the naval support and upgrade sector.” ... read full story

Boustead Yachts Malaysia in new-build talks with European Superyacht Shipyard

May 19, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Malayasia's Boustead Yachts (BY) is in negotiations with an unnamed but established European superyacht yard to start building production superyachts between 25m-30m (82ft-98ft). ... read full story

Fairline Boats appoints BJ Marine in Ireland

May 19, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

With over 30 years' experience in boat sales and service, BJ Marine will trade as Fairline Ireland and undertake sales and service operations of the previous authorised Fairline dealer for the region. ... read full story

International Sailing Federation ISAF reafirms anti piracy recommendations

May 19, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Gulf Of Aden and Indian Ocean Piracy

Military Authorities have issued further warnings of piracy attacks in the Gulf of Aden and the Northern Indian Ocean region. As a result the International Sailing Federation (ISAF) has re-issued advice on guidelines. ... read full story

Marlink opens satellite communications in Australian waters

May 19, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Marlink, the global provider of satellite communications (Sat Com) to the maritime industry has announced an extension to its VSAT Ku-band service which will now cover sea routes around Australia for the first time. Working with Australian Satellite Communications Pty Ltd, the expanded service will also benefit vessels in the South West and South East Pacific travelling to and from Australia. ... read full story

Superyacht LIVIA Launched by Moonen Yachts

May 19, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Motor yacht Livia was styled by René van der Velden, who has created a sleek low-profile exterior with an elegant flared bow, a sloping stern with twin stairways, a graceful sheer line and bold fashion plates. The round-bilged hull from the boards of Diana Yacht Design ensures exceptional comfort at sea, while the economical shaping combines with tankage for some 28,000 litres of fuel to give Livia an impressive transatlantic range. ... read full story

Sanlorenzo Launches the SD122 ANASTASIA M Yacht

May 19, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The elegant and technologically advanced Sanlorenzo navettas, incuding the newly launched motoryacht Anastasia M, stand out in the yachting world for their layout, that perfectly combine modern lines with retro shapes, recalling the great transatlantic liners of the 30s. ... read full story

METS 2010 is nearly sold out

May 19, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Organizers of METS 2010 say the show is 90 percent sold out months ahead of final exhibitor deadlines. METS 2010, which includes the SuperYacht Pavilion, will be held Nov. 16-18 at the Amsterdam RAI Convention Centre in the Netherlands. “Exhibitor response has been excellent – an encouraging sign that the industry is starting to see... ... read full story

Peters & May USA Yacht Transport shipped more than 350 boats last month

May 19, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Peters & May USA Yacht Transport shipped more than 350 boats last month which is a "significant increase" over the preceding months, the company reports. While April is a busy month for vessels moving to the Mediterranean for the summer, the company has also seen increases in the Australian, Middle Eastern and Far Eastern markets. ... read full story

Riza Tansu launches the Superyacht CEYLAN and offers insight into the design process of the Superyacht NOMADE

May 19, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The impressive, newly launched super yacht CEYLAN from the Turkish Yacht designer and builder Riza Tansu and her slightly larger sistership NOMADE are  a result of long and detailed design work taking over a year. First starting with the conceptual design, then working closely with the clients, designing towards their needs, but also retaining the... ... read full story

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