Yachting News

Global Superyacht Expert Scott Zebny Joins Doyle Sails

Posted: 16th Oct 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

The Doyle Sails group has appointed highly-regarded superyacht expert Scott Zebny as Global Superyacht Sales Manager and Partner in Doyle Sails Palma. Scott joins the company after 33 years as one of the lead superyacht specialist... Read More

C4C Launches Yacht Goods Donation Program

Posted: 16th Oct 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

The Chances for Children Foundation, a charity that sponsors orphaned Ugandan children in Kampala, has recently launched the Yacht Goods Donation Program to help disadvantaged kids In Uganda. Here’s all you need to know and how yo... Read More

UK Maritime Minister Snubs Safety Funding Request

Posted: 15th Oct 2019

Written by: Nautilus

Maritime minister Nusrat Ghani has recently rejected an industry request to reinstate government funding for the UK's Confidential Hazardous Incident Reporting Programme (CHIRP), forcing it to continue to operate on charitable gra... Read More

Water Revolution Foundation Pushes Forward

Posted: 11th Oct 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

Earlier this year, Water Revolution Foundation announced its first nine anchor partners and since then, the non-profit organization has been pushing forward with numerous activities to work on neutralising the ecological footprint... Read More

IGY Marinas Partners with Navy Beach

Posted: 10th Oct 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

IGY Marinas has just announced a partnership with Navy Beach, the seaside culinary gem beloved by those ‘in the know’ in the Hamptons and beyond, to expand into IGY’s luxury Caribbean superyacht destinations at Yacht Haven Grande,... Read More

Two Countries Removed from EU List of Non-Cooperative Jurisdictions

Posted: 10th Oct 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

The Registrar of Corporations today (10th October) announced that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Republic of the Marshall Islands have both been removed from the EU's list of non-cooperative jurisdictions for tax purposes. Read More

ACR Electronics to Introduce New Products at METSTRADE

Posted: 9th Oct 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

Leading safety at sea specialist ACR Electronics is introducing its range of next-generation lifesaving equipment on a joint stand with brands Ocean Signal and United Moulders Ltd (UML) at METSTRADE next month. Read More

Nautilus International Kicks off 2019 General Meeting

Posted: 8th Oct 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

Nautilus International, the union for maritime professionals, is hosting its 2019 General Meeting in Rotterdam this week, welcoming members from across the globe to reflect on its work over the past four years and discuss the issu... Read More

AMAALA Partners with the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation

Posted: 4th Oct 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

AMAALA, the ultra-luxury development situated along Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast focused on integrated wellness and healthy living, signed a partnership agreement on Friday 27th September with The Prince Albert II of Monaco Founda... Read More

C&N Marinas Partners with Mission Blue

Posted: 2nd Oct 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

Camper and Nicholsons International has just announced a partnership with Mission Blue, the non-profit organisation that is a leading advocate of ocean conservation. This collaboration will seek to stimulate discussions, educate, ... Read More

Maiden Factor Crew Rely on Inmarsat for Global Mission

Posted: 1st Oct 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

From emotional phone calls and emails with friends and family to critical access to live weather forecasts and interaction with the world’s media, the skippers and crew on board The Maiden Factor yacht have shared their personal i... Read More

New Director of F&B at Marigot Bay Resort and Marina

Posted: 1st Oct 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

Marigot Bay Resort and Marina on the Eastern Caribbean island of Saint Lucia has appointed Daniel Echasseriau as Director of Food & Beverage and Culinary Operation at the stunning property. Read More

Inmarsat Forecasts Surge in VSAT Usage

Posted: 26th Sep 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

A new survey by Inmarsat of superyacht captains, engineers and crew reveals significant projected increase in large scale ‘Very Small Aperture Terminal’ (VSAT) usage and spend as the growth of digitalisation in the sector continue... Read More

Winners of the 6th MYS Superyacht Awards Ceremony

Posted: 26th Sep 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

Last night, four awards were presented at the sixth edition of the Monaco Yacht Show Superyacht Awards Ceremony, held at the Yacht Club de Monaco.350 guests celebrated the winning new luxury vessels that made their world debut on ... Read More

WYCC Returns to the Monaco Yacht Show 2019

Posted: 24th Sep 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

It’s that time of year again, as the industry’s movers and shakers prepare to descend on Monaco for the most glamorous event in the superyacht calendar and WYCC, the global provider of health and retirement cover for expats and se... Read More

St. Katharine Docks Marina Awarded 5 Gold Anchors

Posted: 20th Sep 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

St. Katharine Docks, central London’s only marina, has received the prestigious 5 Gold Anchor Award, one of the highest accreditations for its outstanding customer services & facilities. Read More

UK Boatbuilding Sector Enjoys Rising Exports

Posted: 18th Sep 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

New figures released at the Southampton International Boat Show highlight that Britain’s boatbuilding revenue increased by 21.3% in 2018, totalling £777m in turnover. The British boating market is now worth £1.4bn annually to the ... Read More

Luxury Hospitality Academy Debuts Sleek New Website

Posted: 18th Sep 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

Providing the ultimate guest experience on a superyacht involves much more than knowledge and technical skills, and no-one knows this better than Luxury Hospitality Management (LH), which has just launched a new website to showcas... Read More

CCN Marks Triple Award Success at the World Yachts Trophies

Posted: 17th Sep 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

One of the big winners at this year’s World Yacht Trophies – the closing event of the Cannes Yachting Festival 2019 hosted by magazine Yachts France, Saturday 14 September – was CNN, who took home three incredible awards for a thi... Read More

La Ciotat Shipyards Adjust Their Business Offer for Yachts up to 40m

Posted: 13th Sep 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

Great news for smaller yachts, as La Ciotat Shipyards (LCS) has just announced it is adjusting its reservation policy for the berthing and the dry-docking of those up to 40m, allowing easier access for owners, captains and yacht m... Read More

Acquera Yachting Acquires Spanish Company Evolution Yacht Agents

Posted: 12th Sep 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

Stefano Tositti, CEO of Acquera Yachting who provide full agency services to superyachts, has proudly announced today that they have acquired in its entirety, Spanish company Evolution Yacht Agents, headed by Beatriz Alonso and Be... Read More

All The Winners Of The IMRF Awards 2019

Posted: 12th Sep 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

Exceptional search and rescue teams, outstanding individuals and innovative technology from around the world have been recognised in the annual IMRF Awards, which took place aboard the HQS Wellington on the second day of London In... Read More

Azimut|Benetti Group Values Production at €900 Million

Posted: 11th Sep 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

It couldn’t have been a better year for Azimut|Benetti Group, which closed fiscal 2018/19 while celebrating its fiftieth anniversary with value of production standing at €900 million, up about 10% on last year. Furthermore a remar... Read More

The French Leisure Marine Industry is Going From Strength to Strength

Posted: 10th Sep 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

In exciting news for the French leisure marine industry, the Fédération des Industries Nautiques (FIN, French Federation of Leisure Marine Industry) recently presented the key figures for the 2018 season in France and things are l... Read More

New Maritime London Report Outlines Steps to Grow UK's $6bn Maritime Businesses

Posted: 9th Sep 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

A new report commissioned by trade promotion body Maritime London has set out 36 detailed recommendations to grow the UK's $6bn marine insurance, ship broking, legal, finance and classification industries. Read More

TWW Yachts Appoints Hein Velema as New CEO and Partner

Posted: 9th Sep 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

Joining the founding partners Peter Thompson, David Westwood and Michael White in the successful growth and consolidation of TWW Yachts, Hein Velema has taken on the role of CEO and become a partner and shareholder of the company. Read More

Riviera Yacht Support Golf Bonanza - Registrations Open!

Posted: 5th Sep 2019

Written by: OnboardOnline

Celebrating its 10th anniversary year, Riviera Yacht Support is delighted to announce initial sponsors and the order of the day for the Golf Bonanza 2019. Taking place on Friday 4th October 2019 at the Grande Bastide Golf Course o... Read More

YachtAid Global Rallies Superyachts Together for Hurricane Dorian Relief

Posted: 4th Sep 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

With at least seven people already confirmed to have died and many more missing after the category five storm hit the North Bahamas and caused flooding and widespread damage to homes and infrastructure, YachtAid Global has been ra... Read More

New October Course Dates for Luxury Hospitality Training Academy

Posted: 4th Sep 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

An experience on board a superyacht is only as good as the crew that lead it, and no-one knows that better than Luxury Hospitality (LH), the leading experts in 7-star interior and hospitality training for superyacht crew and staff... Read More

Rich Freeland at Cummins Approaches Retirement

Posted: 26th Aug 2019

Written by: Cummins

Cummins Inc. announced that Rich Freeland, President and COO, will retire after forty years of service to the company."I would like to personally thank Rich Freeland for his many contributions to Cummins and his friendship and sup... Read More

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