Yachting News

Radical Innovation of Sweden - Radinn's Wakejet

Posted: 15th Apr 2017

Written by: Karin Berner

The Wakejet offers a new way to experience water sports, without the need of wind, waves or a boat. Wakejet means power without sound and speed without emissions and no need for oil change or maintenance. Read More

FLIBS: New Dates for 2017

Posted: 13th Apr 2017

Written by: Daniel Grant

Organizers of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) have announced new dates this year's show which will now run from Wednesday 1- Sunday 5 November. Exhibitor contracts do not need to be changed, and organizers plan... Read More

The Yachting World Mourns Carlo Riva

Posted: 11th Apr 2017

Written by: OnboardOnline

Riva shipyards, the Ferretti Group and the entire world of yachting are mournng the loss of a unique and unrivalled creator of boats and a master of style and elegance.
Carlo Riva was an extraordinary man who built the Riva famil...
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Superyacht Aquamarina Returns to Rivergate Shipyard

Posted: 8th Apr 2017

Written by: Jeni Bone

The ISA-built 47m motor yacht, Aquamarina, recently returned to Rivergate Marina & Shipyard for planned maintenance via the Gold Coast Seaway up the Brisbane River. The pearlescent blue-hulled superyacht was constructed in steel a... Read More

Record Year for Palm Beach Boat Show

Posted: 8th Apr 2017

Written by: OnboardOnline

The Palm Beach International Boat Show from 23-26 March saw the largest display of boats in the show's 32 year history, up 6% on last year, with growth in 80-100 foot yachts up by 17%. Overall attendance was up 14% on last year. Read More

Cannes Film Festival Berth Package at Port Vauban

Posted: 6th Apr 2017

Written by: Hanne Haapasalo

This year for the first time, IYCA Port Vauban Antibes is offering a berth package for yachts between 40-160m during the Cannes Film Festival which runs from 15-25 May. The offer will include helicopter transfers courtesy Wajer 38... Read More

French Social Security: Free Talks for Yacht Crew

Posted: 6th Apr 2017

Written by: Patrick Maflin

This month Marine Accounts will be giving a number of talks to discuss in detail how yacht crew can prepare for the changes being introduced in France regarding social security payments. The workshops will also examine tax residen... Read More

YPI to Sponsor Mimosa Ball in Aid of Cancer Research

Posted: 5th Apr 2017

Written by: Karen Hockney

One of the world’s leading yacht brokerage houses, YPI, is sponsoring the third Mimosa Ball on 13 May to help raise funds for the fight against cancer on the Cote d’Azur. The Monaco-based company is joining forces with Mimosa Matt... Read More

Nautical Structures' Custom Fabrication Opens New Markets

Posted: 3rd Apr 2017

Written by: Art Sciarrotta

Nautical Structures is well known in the superyacht and cruise ship industries for its sturdy davits and cranes, hydraulic transom lifts, passerelles, and gangways, but its custom manufacturing division, NSi Precision, flies under... Read More

UK National Insurance Following Changes to French Social Security Laws

Posted: 1st Apr 2017

Written by: Patrick Maflin

Following changes to French Social Security Laws, if you spend over 183 days in France within a period of 365 days, you and your employer will be liable to pay social security contributions in France, unless you already contribute... Read More

MOAS Launches 2017 Maritime Search & Rescue Mission

Posted: 31st Mar 2017

Written by: MOAS

On 1 April, the search and rescue (SAR) charity MOAS will launch its 2017 Central Mediterranean mission to save lives at sea, for the first time combining the maritime component with manned aerial assistance. Read More

Art in a Glass - MYBA Cocktail Competition

Posted: 30th Mar 2017

Written by: Pat Sakellari

MYBA is pleased to present the visual for the MYBA 'Art in a Glass - Cocktail Competition' which will debut at the 2017 MYBA Charter Show in Barcelona later this month. ART IN A GLASS is supportd by Tanqueray No.TEN Gin, one of th... Read More

Aberdeen Asset Management Partners with Land Rover BAR

Posted: 26th Mar 2017

Written by: Land Rover BAR

Aberdeen Asset Management, the global investment group, has been announced as Performance Partner to Land Rover BAR, the British America’s Cup team led by Sir Ben Ainslie. Read More

New Direct Flights to Montenegro's Tivat Airport

Posted: 25th Mar 2017

Written by: Porto Montenegro

A number of new direct flights are now available to Tivat airport making your visit to Porto Montenegro and this beautiful coastal region a whole lot easier. New flights being added to last years’ direct summer flights include: Du... Read More

Yacht Shows: Their Evolution & Place in Yachting

Posted: 25th Mar 2017

Written by: Young Professionals in Yachting (YPY)

Following Informa's acquisition of Yachting Promotions Inc, YPY is delighted that Gaëlle Tallarida, MD of the Monaco Yacht Show, will speak at our event on 6 April at the Yacht Club de Monaco and share her experience of managing t... Read More

Luise Group Expands Operations to Adriatic

Posted: 24th Mar 2017

Written by: Luisa Del Sorbo

Luise Group is delighted to announce the opening of its new offices throughout the Adriatic Sea. Headquartered in Venice in Italy, Luise Yachting Adriatic can now offer its services to captains and crew visiting marinas along the ... Read More

ISS Assimilates Yacht Captains Association (YCA) Membership

Posted: 24th Mar 2017

Written by: Amy Halsted

The International Superyacht Society (ISS) has announced the assimilation of the Yacht Captains Association (YCA) membership, extending ISS membership benefits to all current YCA members and strengthening its mission to promote su... Read More

Luxury Hospitality Management Relocates to Amsterdam

Posted: 23rd Mar 2017

Written by: Nienke Oort

Luxury Hospitality Management has relocated its Luxury Hospitality Academy to the stunning Waterland Estate in Velsen, The Netherlands, welcoming its first 10 students on the Leadership and Management course on Sunday. Read More

The Hottest Yacht Toys on the Water this Summer

Posted: 23rd Mar 2017

Written by: Josh Richardson

The Med season is just around the corner and, if you're busy reviewing your inventory of water toys, here are some hints from Josh Richardson at Superyacht Tenders and Toys on some of the hot favourites for this summer. Read More

Laurent Giles Celebrates 90 Years of Yacht Design

Posted: 23rd Mar 2017

Written by: Ashley Hurrell

As one of the longest established and most respected independent yacht designers and naval architects in the world, Laurent Giles is celebrating its 90th anniversary and 1400th project this year. Based in Lymington in Hampshire, L... Read More

From Purser to Yacht Agent at Asia Pacific Superyachts NZ

Posted: 23rd Mar 2017

Written by: Linda Cartlidge

“Our newest recruit Emma Crawshay joins Asia Pacific Superyachts NZ fresh from a five and a half year stint on the 90 meter Royal Huisman, Athena”, announces Duthie Lidgard, Managing Director of Asia Pacific Superyachts New Zealan... Read More

HCL Technologies - Official IT Provider for VOR 2017-18

Posted: 22nd Mar 2017

Written by: Volvo Ocean Race

HCL Technologies is the official IT services provider for Volvo Ocean Race 2017/18, delivering IT solutions for the 45,000 nautical mile round the word race. The partnership will help fans to follow the eight month ocean marathon ... Read More

Nautilus Seminar: Update on Changes to MLC

Posted: 21st Mar 2017

Written by: Danny McGowan

Nautilus is holding a one-day seminar on Thursday 23 March to examine forthcoming changes to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC 2006) which seek to improve the protection of abandoned seafarers and provide compensation for death ... Read More

TEAM Italia's Superyacht Technology Village - SeaTec 2017

Posted: 21st Mar 2017

Written by: TEAM Italia

TEAM Italia, leaders in integrated navigation systems, will take part in SeaTec in Carrara from 29-31 March showcasing its new Superyacht Technology Village. Coordinated by TEAM Italia, a range of leading technology companies will... Read More

METSTRADE & IBEX: All About Marinas

Posted: 20th Mar 2017

Written by: OnboardOnline

Development and growth in the marina sector continue apace, fuelling the popularity of industry forums such as the Marina & Yard Pavilion at the METSTRADE Show in
Amsterdam and the addition of a new Marina & Yard Pavilion at IBEX...
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East Mediterranean Superyacht Forum - 1 June 2017

Posted: 19th Mar 2017

Written by: Alison Singhal

As taxation tightens in western Europe, the beautiful cruising grounds of the east Mediterranean are attracting growing interest among the superyacht community.
Consequently, Quaynote Communications and Oceda S.A. are jointly pro...
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Gobal Yachting Group Acquires Majority Stake in ACA Marine

Posted: 16th Mar 2017

Written by: Ian Douglas

The Global Yachting Group (GYG), parent company of Pinmar, Pinmar USA, Rolling Stock, Pinmar Supply and Techno Craft has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in the leading French superyacht finishing company ACA Marine. Read More

ICOMIA Marinas Group Welcomes New Member D-Marin

Posted: 15th Mar 2017

Written by: Barbara Fountoukos

Marina design and operations specialist, D-Marin, has joined the International Council of Marine Industry Associations’ (ICOMIA) Marinas Group. D-Marin is a Doğuş Group company established to set a new benchmark in marina design... Read More

America's Cup Inspires Crewsaver’s ErgoFit 50N EX Lifejacket

Posted: 13th Mar 2017

Written by: Karin P. Berner

With the America’s Cup fast approaching, high performance sailing is on everybody’s mind. In a new era of high tech sailing comes demand for personal safety equipment which led Crewsaver to develop their ErgoFit 50N EX, a revoluti... Read More

Team AkzoNobel to Race New Volvo Ocean 65 in VOR 2017-18

Posted: 13th Mar 2017

Written by: Karin P. Berner

Team AkzoNobel, led by Dutch skipper Simeon Tienpont, will compete in a brand new boat in the 2017-18 Volvo Ocean Race, The new Volvo Ocean 65 is under construction at Persico Marine in Bergamo, Italy, and is due for completion in... Read More

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