Yachting News
Vikand - the global healthcare solutions provider - is partnering with Amy Halsted and Bob Saxon to bring marketing and direct awareness to the yachting and superyacht industries, providing interior solutions against COVID-19.
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Taking place from December 4th, the 20/21 Panama Posse Rally is a seven month adventure taking in 13 countries with over 500 anchorages, across a total of 4,500 nautical miles. Connecting sailors from California to Florida, you can join anywhere along the route.
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Today on 7th September, Threatened Species Day highlights the sad reality that humankind is threatening and destroying many of our precious marine species. The Sea Shepherd movement battles to save biodiversity, calling for everyone to join in the fight.
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Evolution Yachting is excited to announce the appointment of Miquel Àngel Lliteras as their new Chief Operations Officer. Bringing over 20 years of experience, Lliteras is a qualified naval architect and was previously the Shipyard Manager at MB92 in Barcelona.
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In view of the scale of the logistical preparations necessary for building the show infrastructure and organising the arrival of yachts, the organisers of the Singapore Yacht Show have decided to postpone the 10th Anniversary edition to April 2021.
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With the ever increasing burden of yacht administration and a growing demand for remote support, today sees the launch of Virtual Pursers, a bespoke shoreside purser service for yacht owners, captains and management companies.
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Shipyard MB92 Barcelona announces the reorganisation of its operations department to increase efficiency since the launch of the new 4,800T shiplift last year. It follows the departure of shipyard manager Miquel Lliteras, who is set to start a new professional adventure.
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Contest Yachts has announced that the newly launched 17-metre Contest 55CS has been nominated in the Luxury Cruiser section of the European Yacht of the Year 2021. The sailing trials take place in Kiel, Germany, and the winners are to be announced next January in Düsseldorf.
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METSTRADE and RAI Amsterdam announce with great sadness that the 2020 edition of the Marine Equipment Trade Show, which was scheduled on 17-19 November in RAI Amsterdam, has been cancelled.
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MHG and VIKAND SOLUTIONS announced their partnership to bring VIKAND’s Health and Hygiene program to the yachting industry. This Health and Hygiene program consists of a 3-pronged approach to reduce and potentially eliminate the threat of COVID-19 on board.
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The Italian Super Yacht Life Foundation (ISYL) has organised three new training courses through a joint initiative with NAVIGO, supported by shipyards based in Viareggio, to promote careers in the nautical sector.
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Yachting Partners International (YPI) is offering the world’s first eco-friendly day charter in the shape of the 10m Vita X ELECTRIX - a fully electric, high performance, luxury powerboat available on the Cote d'Azur.
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Following cancellation of the 2020 Cannes Yachting Festival by the organisers Reed Expositions France 'due to a prefectural dispensation not being granted', yesterday government official Bernard Gonzalez responded angrily in an interview with the local newspaper Nice Matin.
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On Friday 25th September - The Future for Superyachts, Business Jets and Luxury Property will provide a vital platform for information exchange and networking at a time when key annual events such as the Monaco Yacht Show, EBACE and MIPIM have been postponed.
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Dynamiq is proud to present the renewed GTT 165, a 50m superyacht with modern technology and unique design at her core. Designed for those seeking ultimate relaxation, the GTT 165 has a chic Maldivian style interior using a neutral palette with natural woods and stone.
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Nemesis Yachts debuts with their groundbreaking 332 feet (101 meters) futuristic hydrofoil catamaran design. The ‘NEMESIS ONE’ will be the World’s First Luxury Foiling Multihull, able to break the 50 knots speed barrier, while flying on computer controlled hydrofoils.
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In response to the growing demand for digital technologies in the maritime sector, OpenC247.com launches a sophisticated new portal for nautical charts and publications, with no subscription or minimum contract term, and free updates and corrections.
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To meet growing demand for pursers on board large yachts, IAMI GUEST have announced the launch of their fully accredited Purser Program to be delivered by three approved training providers: The Crew Academy, The Purser Trainer and The Yacht Purser.
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There have been mixed reports in the media creating concern amongst our captains and crew however, Spain has not been restricted and international travel is still in line with all other EU countries, with currently no quarantine requirements.
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Quality Positioning Services (QPS), the experts in maritime geomatics software and services, has integrated FarSounder’s Argos Forward Looking Sonars (FLS) into their Qinsy survey software package, now displaying their FLS bathymetric data in the Qinsy platform.
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The yachting industry has been hit hard by the effects of the coronavirus outbreak but, according to Andrew Morgan, CEO of Affinity Group, the sector is already showing promising signs of post-lockdown recovery.Read More
While the 2020 season of maxi yacht racing has been largely wiped out due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the first steps back to normality are soon to be taken with the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup set to go ahead in Porto Cervo over 30 August to 4 September.
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The Superyacht Technology Conference will join with ISE, the world's largest professional AV and integration show, running from 4- 5 February 2021 at the Fira de Barcelona. Exhibitor space has been expanded to an 8000m2 private hall while the Innovation Lab can host 50 stands dedicated to the superyacht sector.
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As yachts continue to grow in value, size and complexity, Captains Brendan O'Shannassy and Malcolm Jacotine have joined forces to launch OnlyCaptains.com, the first executive search and command mentoring service specifically for superyacht captains.
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Environmental management, sustainability and stringent procedures are top priorities at The Boat Works, already positioned as industry leaders in customer service, a vast array of skills and quality tradesmen.
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There’s just one month to go to transform the Vieux Port and Port Canto in Cannes, which will accommodate nearly 400 boats recently released by the most prestigious French and international shipyards. The 43rd show will open for 6 days, from Tuesday 8th September.
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Benetti FB272 M/Y “Luminosity” is a moving palace of glass with unparalleled views of every landscape. The Giga yacht's spectacular exterior design is a collaboration between Zaniz Jakubowski, Andrew Langton and Giorgio M. Cassetta.
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British Marine are delighted to announce that Southampton International Boat Show Ltd will present Boats 2020 at Mayflower Park, Southampton from 11 – 20 September 2020. This outdoor and on the water event will be a not-for-profit showcase of boats and equipment.
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Leading aluminium RIB manufacturer Highfield Boats has revealed the first images of the company’s much anticipated 2021 Sport range. Advanced hull design provides superb handling, while an all new Italian-influenced interior design is visible across the range.
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Following the launch of 42-metre MY Crowbridge by Cantiere delle Marche, designer Tommaso Spadolini reveals firsthand some insights into her exterior profile and interior layout. She has a top speed of 15 knots and an economic cruising speed of 10 knots.
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