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SP – High Modulus has secured further approval from two leading certification bodies for its new marine foam core, Corecell™ M-Foam.

May 14, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Corecell M-Foam was launched to the marine composites market in July 2009 has now been type approved by Bureau Veritas and Registro Italinano Navale (RINA). These approvals add to earlier accreditations by ABS Quality Evaluations Inc (ABS QE), Det Norske Veritas (DNV) and Germanischer Lloyd (GL). “These approvals, on top of M-Foam’s combination of high... ... read full story

Yacht KATIE SUE II, the ‘best kept secret’ to be launched in 2010 by Lürssen Yachts

May 14, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Motor Yacht Katie Sue II is Lürssen‘s latest ‘best kept secret’ with very little information provided to the general public. The information that we have been able to obtain so far is superyacht Katie Sue II‘s length, which is 60 metres (196.85ft) over all. She is due to be launched in the next few months in... ... read full story

The New Codecasa 50s (sport) Motor Yacht Design – The Open Series Superyacht

May 14, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The Codecasa 50s is designed for performance and ha a low wind resistance which demands a sleek exterior styling and aggressive lines. In the luxury yacht world a new superyacht demand ultimate comfort, even if it is fast. Accordingly she will provide a sizeable aft sunbathing area along with equally generous interior living spaces. ... read full story

J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race 2010 entries top 1000

May 14, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The J.P. Morgan Asset Management the Round the Island Race yacht entries top 1000 in 2010. What’s in a name? Boat names, not unlike people, can be packed full of character – charming, mysterious, personal, weird and just plain perplexing! Britain’s favourite yacht race certainly plays host to an extraordinarily eclectic mix of boat designs,... ... read full story

Mari Cha-III leaves Derecktor after a five month Extensive Refit

May 14, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Newly Refitted Mari Cha III

The well known and also record breaking sailing yacht Mari-Cha III has recently left the premisses of Derecktor, Connecticut. She has returned to Europe with a fully refitted interior reflecting a clean, modern and minimalistic style. She had also new fresh and black water tanks fitted, new air-conditioning system and ventilation, new rigging and hydraulics... ... read full story

Clare businessmen to jetski around Ireland for charity

May 14, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Two county Clare businessmen will undertake a unique challenge next month hoping to circumnavigate Ireland on jet-skis to raise funds for the Cystic Fibrosis Association of Ireland (CFAI) and hopefully create a new world record at the same time. Ennis car dealers Darren Hayes and Liam Cleary will set off from Lahinch in Co Clare... ... read full story

New Zealand Marine industry sets key boat show and conference dates

May 14, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The Marine Industry Association has set new dates for two of its key boat shows and announced that the 2011 New Zealand Marine Industry Conference will be held in Queenstown next March. This year’s Christchurch Boat Show will be held in the Christchurch Convention Centre in central Christchurch on July 16-18. Peter Busfield, show CEO... ... read full story

Yacht VIBRANT CURIOSITY: Best Custom Built Yacht (150 ft and up) – Asia Boating Awards 2010

May 14, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Oceanco’s Vibrant Curiosity, the 85.47m Nuvolari-Lenard designed superyacht was awarded Best Custom-Built Yacht (150ft and up) by Asia Boating Awards during a ceremonial gala held by the Asian Boating Awards at the Gold Coast Yacht and Country Club in Hong Kong on May 8, 2010.   Vibrant Curiosity has definitely struck a resounding cord in... ... read full story

The British Marine Federation welcomes the UK coalition Government

May 14, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

The British Marine Federation (BMF) has watched with interest as a new coalition government has formed for the first time in over 60 years. Rob Stevens, Chief Executive of the BMF said: “The BMF looks forward to working with the new coalition Government. “We await formal confirmation of all government appointments but we would particularly... ... read full story

Boston Yacht Haven Marina Now Part of Island Global Yachting Luxury Superyacht Marina Portfolio

May 14, 2010

Written by Mike Smith

Situated in downtown Boston on Commercial Wharf, Boston Yacht Haven is one of New England’s newest and most luxurious marina developments. ... read full story

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