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Oceanair to introduce new Wooden Blind range for superyachts at the Monaco Yacht Show 2011

July 28, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Marine blind and shading specialists, Oceanair, is proudly introducing a new wood collection for the Skyvenetian Wooden Blind range – a fashionable choice onboard superyachts, especially the powered wooden blind options. Launching at Monaco Yacht Show 2011, the new collection is called ‘Wood/Classic’ and forms part of the Oceanair Fabric Collection. The Wood/Classic range will... ... read full story

MDL Marinas 3rd annual photography competition

July 27, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Rainbow over Cobb's Quay - MDL Marinas  - Photo by Anne Hayton of Dorset

MDL Marinas is once again calling on berth holders and visitors to its 21 marinas around the UK and Europe to get creative in its third annual photography competition this summer. MDL is in full swing celebrating the summer this year and we want you to join in, whether you see your local MDL Marina... ... read full story

Princess 98 Motor Yacht, Princess 60, and the new Princess V72 to be unveiled in Southampton

July 27, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Princess Yachts International are set for another impactful Southampton Boat Show this September with the World Premiere of the Princess  98 Motor Yacht and the Princess 60, the first UK showing of the new Princess V72 and the unveiling of a brand new show location, both on and off the water. The British boat builder Princess... ... read full story

2011 Panerai British Classic Week: Classic Yachts & Cars Meet On Day 5

July 22, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Up bright and early for the 9 AM scheduled start time of their long inshore race, competitors at the 2011 Panerai British Classic Week in Cowes were greeted by the best breezes of the regatta so far when they arrived at the dock this morning. Whilst the crews busied in the marina themselves preparing their... ... read full story

2011 Panerai British Classic Week: Day 4 ‘Challenge Day’

July 22, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Day 4 of the 2011 Panerai British Classic Regatta gave competitors a break from the normal fleet racing schedule in the form of ‘Challenge Day’ – an opportunity for any boat to challenge a larger competitor to a one-on-one match race. Given the atmosphere of friendly rivalry which typifies Classic regattas and the Panerai British... ... read full story

Barry Wade, expert on radar technology, honoured with the Duke of Edinburgh’s Navigation Award for Technical Achievement

July 21, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

One of the world's most important experts on radar technology, Barry Wade, received the Duke of Edinburgh’s Navigation Award for Technical Achievement. ... read full story

IMarEST collection now at at Lloyd’s Register’s offices in London

July 21, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The historically important IMarEST collection – which consists of more than 390 linear metres of material – now resides at Lloyd's Register's offices on Fenchurch Street in London. ... read full story

Launch of the Gipsy Moth Trust – Classic charter yacht Gipsy Moth IV gifted to charity

July 21, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Owners of the classic sailing yacht Gipsy Moth IV, Rob Thompson and Eileen Skinner announced the launch of their new charity The Gipsy Moth Trust today at 2011 Panerai British Classic Week in Cowes. Regarded as a part of British maritime heritage after Sir Francis Chichester sailed classic yacht Gipsy Moth IV around the world in... ... read full story

2011 Panerai British Classic Week: Lighter Conditions For Day 3

July 21, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Although somewhat grey and dank conditions prevailed for much of Day 3 of the 2011 Panerai British Classic Week in Cowes, the fleet of vintage and classic sailing yachts were able to successfully complete Race 2 of the regatta in winds which eventually ranged from 6 – 12 knots. With the earlier morning breeze evaporating at... ... read full story

2011 Panerai British Classic Week: Tough Conditions on Day Two

July 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The crews of the 71 classic yachts competing at Panerai British Classic Week 2011 were delighted when they awoke this morning to discover that yesterday’s strong winds had abated somewhat.  Race Officer Tony Lovell confirmed his intention to start today’s single race at noon and set up his course to the east of Cowes with... ... read full story

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