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Ferretti Custom Line 97 motor yacht Casta Diva preparing to launch

March 09, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

A brand new 29.5m Ferretti Custom Line 97 superyacht, Casta Diva is preparing to be delivered in May 2011, in time for the Mediterranean summer cruising season. The yacht is able to accommodate up to 8 guests in four cabins and can cruise with up to twenty guests onboard. The yacht boasts attention to detail throughout that will offer great charter potential. ... read full story

Ron Holland Design opens new Vancouver Studio

March 09, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Superyacht designer Ron Holland officially opened the doors of their new Vancouver Studio on March 3rd, marking a carefully planned expansion to the western seaboard. Ron Holland Design is now fully operational in both European and North American locations. ... read full story

University of Plymouth’s Marine Institute’s £19m marine building

March 08, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The University of Plymouth’s Marine Institute has announced that construction of a £19m marine building is underway at its UK campus. Due to open in the Spring of 2012, the building will house state-of-the-art research facilities, including the most advanced wave tank and testing equipment in Britain. The groundbreaking project will see the University of Plymouth making real waves in the marine and maritime industry. ... read full story

METS invites Charities to apply for DAME Funding

March 08, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

METS and Superyacht Pavilion (SYP) organiser Amsterdam RAI invites government approved marine related public charities to apply for the registration proceeds from the Design Award METS (DAME) competition. ... read full story

Audio Visual Specialist Veritais Ltd appoints new associate

March 07, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Veritais, the leading supplier of high‐end audio‐visual systems to the international luxury yacht sector, is to work with Sarah Flavell, formerly of Harris, Grant Associates, to enhance its sales and customer support capability. ... read full story

Pendennis Superyacht Christopher completes Sea Trials

March 07, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 46m Ron Holland ketch, Sailing yacht Christopher took to the waters of Falmouth Bay for her final sea trials in mid February. It was a stunning winter’s day as the yacht manoeuvred around the Carrick Roads and out into Falmouth Bay, the sunlit waves reflected beautifully on her dark blue hull. The four hour sail trials enabled the Pendennis team and Christopher crew to assess her rig in preparation for the St Barths Bucket Regatta. ... read full story

Ultimate Sails appoints new Race Division Manager

March 07, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Ultimate Sails appoints Craig Bowie  as new Race Division Manager

Ultimate Sails have appointed Craig Bowie as their Race Division Manager in order to continue to provide a high level of customer service whilst meeting the needs of their growing market. ... read full story

SF Marina breakwater calms Rhu Marina Scotland

March 07, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The picturesque West Coast of Scotland is prone to heavy weather, and Rhu Marina, on the Firth of Clyde, is exposed to strong winds and treacherous currents. To protect the 240-berth marina and provide safe harbor for sailors year-round, installation expert Walcon Marine turned to SF Marina USA to replace the marina's aging breakwater. ... read full story

UK Student recognized at 5th Abitare La Barca Concept Award

March 03, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Product design student, Matthew Bland recently represented the UK at the highly acclaimed 5th Abitare La Barca Concept Award competition held at Seatec, Italy. This is the second year running that there has been a UK entry to the international competition which has provided students with the insight an experience to progress in the Superyacht industry. ... read full story

Oceantalk opens Australasia’s eyes to Iris Camera Innovations for yachts.

March 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

When it comes to seeing underwater or in the dark, things have suddenly become a lot brighter. The camera technology innovator Iris Innovations from the UK has appointed Oceantalk its authorised distributor for Asia and Australia. The word ‘Iris’ may sound like a part of your eye or a camera lens. In fact it is a major innovator of a complete range of specialist cameras for demanding situations found on motor and sailing yachts. ... read full story

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