Yachting News

Polar Bears Killing & Eating Dolphins in the Arctic

Posted: 12th Jun 2015

Written by: OnboardOnline

Global warming has forced dolphins for go north in the spring where they are being killed and eaten by polar bears. This marks the first time that bears have been seen killing and eating dolphins. Read More

Holistic Hospitality for Yachts

Posted: 12th Jun 2015

Written by: Holistic Hospitality

The Holistic Hospitality team is searching for chief stewardesses who share the belief that luxury, quality and green integrity can go hand in hand to become Holistic Hospitality Ambassadors. Read More

RSB Become the Only Rigging Company in Spain to be LEEA Approved

Posted: 12th Jun 2015

Written by: RSB Rigging Solutions

RSB Rigging Solutions are proud to announce that that have been awarded the certification to grant LEEA approval. Read More

RSB Rigging Solutions LEEA Approval

Posted: 12th Jun 2015

Written by: RSB Rigging

RSB Rigging Solutions are proud to announce that that have been awarded the certification to grant LEEA approval. Read More

Call for Nominations for the Inaugural Boat Builder Awards

Posted: 11th Jun 2015

Written by: Metstrade

Nominations are now invited for the inaugural Boat Builder Awards for Business Achievement, organised jointly by IBI and METSTRADE. Visitors to the Awards’ new dedicated website Boatbuilderawards.com can nominate for any of the si... Read More

Team SCA Silence Critics with Glorious Leg Win

Posted: 11th Jun 2015

Written by: Volvo Ocean Race

Skipper Sam Davies (GBR) and her Team SCA crew struck a resounding blow for women’s offshore sailing in the early hours of Thursday morning when they gloriously clinched Leg 8 of the Volvo Ocean Race. Read More

Revolver Boats Unveils New Innovative Deisgn - 43CC

Posted: 11th Jun 2015

Written by: Studio Effeerre & Andreasculati

After the success of the most recent model 44GT, Motor Boat Awards 2015 finalist, Revolver team is now working on a new project: a 13-metre center console that taps into a rapidly growing segment of the current nautical market i.e... Read More

Superyacht Captains & Crew Invited to ACREW Event in Antibes

Posted: 10th Jun 2015

Written by: Acrew

After a very successful Antibes event in late February this year, ACREW are delighted to announce that they are returning to host another event at the IYCA Dock on Friday the 19th of June from 3pm - 9pm. The ACREW Antibes event is... Read More

Sailing on a Knife-Edge

Posted: 10th Jun 2015

Written by: Volvo Ocean Race

Dongfeng Race Team and Team Brunel were fighting to keep their dreams of overall Volvo Ocean Race victory alive as Leg 8 shaped up for a thrilling finish at dawn in Lorient, France, on Thursday. Read More

Siran Relaunched after Refit at Feadship

Posted: 10th Jun 2015

Written by: Feadship

The 70-metre Feadship Siran has completed a nine-month refit at the Feadship yard in Makkum. Her owners have therefore ensured that their superyacht features the newest technologies and meets their current requirements while retai... Read More

Permission Granted for Superyacht Berths in Gibraltar

Posted: 10th Jun 2015

Written by: Ocean Village

After a third round of debating by Gibraltar’s Development & Planning Commission, outline planning permission was awarded for the new superyacht berths and short-stay and rental apartments in Marina Bay at Ocean Village. Read More

Radio Holland Concludes Agreement with BW Fleet Management

Posted: 8th Jun 2015

Written by: Imtech Marine

Radio Holland, part of Imtech Marine, has concluded a service agreement with leading tanker, gas and offshore maritime group BW Fleet Management (BWFM). The two-year agreement covers all the navigation and communication equipment ... Read More

Sailing Stars to Participate in Bart's Bash 2015

Posted: 8th Jun 2015

Written by: Marine Ad Agency

Bart’s Bash, the global sailing event in aid of the Andrew Simpson Sailing Foundation, has
launched participant sign up with the help of some of the world’s best in the sport of sailing.
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Saudade, My Song And Grande Orazio Triumph At Loro Piana

Posted: 8th Jun 2015

Written by: YCCS

The final day of the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2015 saw an almost total lack of wind prevent the participating yachts from completing the fourth and conclusive race of the series. Read More

Asia Pacific Superyachts NZ Refit Service

Posted: 8th Jun 2015

Written by: Ellie Brade

New Zealand agent, Asia Pacific Superyachts New Zealand has expanded its services to give clients direct access to all refit partners. After many years in New Zealand’s superyacht industry, the team behind the agency has an in-dep... Read More

Volvo Race Intriguingly Poised for Final Leg

Posted: 8th Jun 2015

Written by: Volvo Ocean Race

Overall Volvo Ocean Race leaders, Ian Walker and his seven Abu Dhabi Ocean Racing crewmates, left Lisbon for Leg 8 to Lorient, France, on Sunday with their eyes glued on the weather forecast - and the progress of their two closest... Read More

Battle Underway At Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta

Posted: 5th Jun 2015

Written by: Regattanews

Bright sunshine and light airs once again characterized the second race day of the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta in Porto Cervo. Following a short but hard-fought race there was no change at the top of the classification as Ganesh... Read More

America's Cup Hero Alan Bond has Died

Posted: 5th Jun 2015

Written by: OnboardOnline

Alan Bond, the man who famously funded Australia’s historic victory at the 1983 America’s Cup, has died in Perth at the age of 77 following heart surgery earlier this week. Read More

Zuccon Project Reveals Interior Design of CRN Explorer

Posted: 5th Jun 2015

Written by: Zuccon International Project

Appointed by the prestigious CRN shipyard in Ancona to design a new yacht on an existing platform for the Explorer category, the studio founded by architects Gianni and Paola Zuccon presents Teseo, a 50 metre semicustom Expedition... Read More

Aston Martin Powerboat Features Disclosed in Dubai

Posted: 5th Jun 2015

Written by: Quintessence Yachts

Quintessence Yachts and Aston Martin have revealed more details of the first Aston Martin powerboat, which will be completed in September. Following on from the official
presentation of the renderings at the Aston Martin HQ in Ga...
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Absolute Boat Care Complete Job on Volvo Winner

Posted: 4th Jun 2015

Written by: Absolute Boat Care

Absolute Boat Care recently completed full paint job on the last Volvo Ocean Race winner, L4. Read More

Panama Boat Show: Latin America's Growing Importance

Posted: 4th Jun 2015

Written by: Pierson Grant

With more boats on display attracting significantly bigger crowds, all signs at the second annual Panama International Boat Show pointed to a show destined for future growth. The show took take place from May 29 to May 31 at the F... Read More

Penalty Point Pain for Volvo Ocean Race Trio

Posted: 4th Jun 2015

Written by: Volvo Ocean Race

Three boats in the Volvo Ocean Race received point penalties for Leg 7 sailing rule infringements from the independent ISAF-appointed jury sitting in Lisbon on Wednesday. Read More

An Intense Start to the 2015 Superyacht Regatta

Posted: 4th Jun 2015

Written by: Boat International Media

Blue skies, warm sun, and the sparkling emerald waters of the Costa Smeralda greeted the fleet of sailing superyachts on the first day of the 2015 Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta. Read More

Significant Growth for Oculus Technologies

Posted: 3rd Jun 2015

Written by: GatePR

Oculus Technologies, the Dutch company behind superyacht infotainment solutions YachtEye™, Odyss and ORBIIX, has made several new key appointments significantly growing and strengthening their company. Read More

Mergui Island Expeditions aboard Exploration Yacht Drenec

Posted: 3rd Jun 2015

Written by: Burma Boating

Cruising company Burma Boating has launched its luxury expedition yacht MY Drenec. Starting in October, Drenec will be cruising Myanmar's Mergui Archipelago and explore one of Asia's last untouched destinations. Read More

Xabi Returns to Skipper MAPFRE in Volvo Race

Posted: 3rd Jun 2015

Written by: Volvo Ocean Race

Xabi Fernández was tonight confirmed as MAPFRE’s skipper for Leg 8 from Lisbon to Lorient when the Spanish team revealed their crew for the 647-nautical mile stage which starts on Sunday. Read More

Superyacht Growth for the Federation of St Kitts and Nevis

Posted: 3rd Jun 2015

Written by: Albatross PR

The Federation has seen nearly 60% growth in superyachts cruising its waters over the last three years. St Kitts and Nevis has noted 134 yachts of more than 100 feet in the Federation’s waters, proving that this third point of the... Read More

Introducing 140 Foot Custom Fiberglass Motor Yacht KING BABY

Posted: 3rd Jun 2015

Written by: Yacht Executive Solutions

IAG Yachts is proud to be announcing that the company is launching the 140 foot custom fiberglass motor yacht known as “King Baby” in June, 2015. There will be a launch celebration at the shipyard in Zhuhai, China, at the end of ... Read More

Mets Announces Boat Builder Awards Judging Panel

Posted: 2nd Jun 2015

Written by: Metstrade

IBI and METSTRADE have announced the panel of seven industry luminaries who will judge the inaugural IBI-METS Boat Builder Awards for Business Achievement, due to take place at a gala dinner during METS, in the National Maritime M... Read More

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