Yachting News

Dynamiq Launches its own Brokerage House

Posted: 10th Jan 2019

Written by: OnboardOnline

Dynamiq proudly announces that it has opened its own brokerage company in Monaco - the first and only shipyard offering brokerage and charters alongside new construction projects. Read More

Ince & Co Superyacht Law Firm Acquired by Gordon Dadds

Posted: 9th Jan 2019

Written by: Elizabeth Dann

The £27.3m acquisition of the UK assets of Ince & Co LLP law firm by AIM-listed Gordon Dadds LLP has been completed, leading to the creation of Ince Gordon Dadds, the UK's largest listed law firm. Ince & Co is one of the largest g... Read More

M/Y HELIOS: A 21st Century Refit

Posted: 8th Jan 2019

Written by: OnboardOnline

Delivering a superyacht refit to budget, on time and that exceeds the clients’ expectations is something often spoken about in the yachting world, but rarely delivered. For Fusion Marine Systems, a superyacht technology integrator... Read More

Cesme Marina Announces Environmental Initiative 'The Squid Project'

Posted: 8th Jan 2019

Written by: OnboardOnline

Camper & Nicholsons Cesme Marina in Turkey is continuing its efforts towards helping the environment by pioneering a new ecological approach to better protecting the oceans and caring for subaquatic eco-systems. Read More

Benetti Launches 107m Superyacht

Posted: 21st Dec 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

A period of great excitement and activity for the Italian shipyard has begun with the launch of 107m Benetti FB277. Over the next few months, Benetti will be under the spotlight of the yachting industry as 3 superyachts, each one ... Read More

Unique Program to Address Superyacht Skills Shortage in Australia

Posted: 18th Dec 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

A unique program, and the first of its kind in Australia, aims to address the looming welding skills shortage in the marine and boat building industry. Rivergate Marina & Shipyard and its tenants collaborated with East Coast Appre... Read More

Anders Pehrson Joins Palma Refit

Posted: 11th Dec 2018

Written by: Elizabeth Dann

Palma Refit is delighted to announce the appointment of Anders Pehrson, previously of OneOcean Port Vell, who will be responsible for business development at the long-standing superyacht repair and refit company based in Palma de ... Read More

Ocean Independence Represents Dynamiq in German Speaking Countries

Posted: 10th Dec 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

Ocean Independence will represent the Italian boutique shipyard Dynamiq, winner of the German Design Award and the Boat International Award for Best Naval Architecture in 2018. The well-established brokerage network will support t... Read More

Shipyard Supply Co Announces Production of Tender Mooring Whips

Posted: 7th Dec 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

Seeing a gap in the market for a high quality tender whip, Shipyard Supply Co (SSCo) has launched their own range of tender mooring whips for yacht tenders of all sizes. Designed to be the most reliable, well-built and yacht frien... Read More

ISS Design & Leadership Awards on Film

Posted: 6th Dec 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

Each year during FLIBS, the superyacht community comes together to celebrate its achievements at the ISS Design and Leadership Awards Gala. Created in 1990, the ISS awards recognize outstanding achievements in construction and des... Read More

Nautilus Secures Unpaid Wages for Crew on Indian Empress

Posted: 5th Dec 2018

Written by: Nautilus International

Nautilus legal experts have concluded a long battle to secure almost US$1m in unpaid wages for crew on the superyacht Indian Empress. The Union has been representing the interests of crew on the 95m yacht which was arrested in Mal... Read More

Schulte Group Acquires Majority Stake in YPI CREW

Posted: 5th Dec 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

The Schulte Group announces the acquisition of a majority stake in YPI CREW, the leading yacht crew recruitment agency in Antibes. YPI CREW will be positioned under Bernhard Schulte Cruise Services (BSCS) and Co-founder Laurence L... Read More

SuperYacht Radio Launches SuperYacht Talks

Posted: 5th Dec 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

SuperYacht Radio, the only industry focused radio station, based in Palma de Mallorca, has launched SuperYacht Talks - a new service broadcasting seminars and talks to the global superyacht industry. Read More

Feadship Selects MB92 Group in New Services Network

Posted: 27th Nov 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

The MB92 Group has been selected to join Feadship’s new Services Network. Alongside leading shipyards, Amico & Co, Monaco Marine and Rybovich, the MB92 Group will be exclusive providers of maintenance, repair and warranty work in ... Read More

Fort Lauderdale Boat Show Reports Growth

Posted: 20th Nov 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

The 59th annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) attracted boating enthusiasts from 52 countries from October 31 to November 4 this year. Picture perfect weather framed the show, where high foot traffic and strong s... Read More

Update on Marinas in Liguria Following October Storms

Posted: 15th Nov 2018

Written by: Sam Watson

After the severe storm that battered Liguria on 29 October causing widespread damage and disruption, the municipalities of Portofino, Santa Margherita and Rapallo have come together in a coordinated effort to repair the damage in ... Read More

Annette Roux Honoured at Boat Builder Awards 2018

Posted: 15th Nov 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

A record total of 15 winning companies and individuals, plus 12 Honourable Mentions, were announced last night in Amsterdam at the 2018 Boat Builder Awards for Business Achievement, held in association with Raymarine. More than 33... Read More

International Superyacht Society Seeks Position of Influence within the ISO

Posted: 13th Nov 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

The International Superyacht Society (ISS) is seeking to have a voice within the International Standards Organization (ISO) by becoming a Liaison. ISS President, AJ Anderson, highlights this initiative as an example of the Society... Read More

IMRF and The Nautical Institute Unite to Improve Safety at Sea

Posted: 13th Nov 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

The IMRF (International Maritime Rescue Federation) and The Nautical Institute have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) agreeing to work together on projects that support both organisations' shared objective to improve safe... Read More

DAME Award Winners 2018 Announced

Posted: 13th Nov 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

The prestigious DAME Award 2018 has been presented to the Triskel Marine Integrel on the opening day METSTRADE 2018. A further five products were named as Category Winners and 22 received Special Mentions. Read More

Holland Yachting Group Celebrating Dutch Expertise at METSTRADE

Posted: 12th Nov 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

As the HISWA Holland Yachting Group gets ready to celebrate its Golden Jubilee, the association and 10 of its leading members will be taking part in the METSTRADE Show from 13 to 15 November 2018 at the RAI Amsterdam. Read More

Moore Stephens Crew Benefits Awarded WCR 'Best Superyacht Crew Insurance 2019'

Posted: 9th Nov 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

Moore Stephens Crew Benefits (MSCB) has received the inaugural ‘Best Superyacht Crew Insurance Award for 2019’ from the World Commerce Review, a B2B publication reviewing the needs and aspirations of 21st century business. Across ... Read More

Tim Forderer Resigns as Executive Director of YachtAid Global

Posted: 8th Nov 2018

Written by: Isla McKechnie

YachtAid Global’s executive director, Tim Forderer has stepped down after a year of volunteer service, with founder Mark Drewelow taking over the position. Reflecting on the past year, Forderer said, “Together we assisted many in ... Read More

WYCC Crew Insurance Providing Solutions for Management

Posted: 7th Nov 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

Camper & Nicholsons, the oldest leisure marine company in the world, has chosen WYCC Insurance as their global provider of health and retirement cover for yacht crew. With one of the largest fleets in the world, the brokerage and ... Read More

Sunglasses for Crew a MCA Code Requirement

Posted: 6th Nov 2018

Written by: Leila Nafa

The MCA code for safe working practices has recently been updated and now requires crew to wear sunglasses as a part of their daily work. It’s up to their captains and management companies to take the lead. Changing mindsets and p... Read More

Crew Board Set to Simplify Yacht Recruitment

Posted: 1st Nov 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

Crew Board, a start up launching in November, will improve the process of matching yacht crew with open roles, making recruitment easier for both employers and employees.The new web based app uses innovative technology including a... Read More

Spectacular Superyachts: Inspired Interiors, Coffee Table Book for Yacht Lovers

Posted: 30th Oct 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

Step aboard some of the world’s biggest and most exclusive superyachts with Spectacular Superyachts: Inspired Interiors. The limited-edition coffee table book takes you inside 21 superyachts, seven of which are among the world’s 1... Read More

MYS: The Show for Future Superyacht Owners

Posted: 26th Oct 2018

Written by: Sam Watson

A month after the Monaco Yacht Show official attendance figures confirm the hopes of the strategy for this year's edition. Despite a 2% drop in overall attendance compared to 2017, due largely to stricter entry requirements, exhib... Read More

Global Eagle Pioneers First In-Flight Broadband Connectivity via Low-Earth Orbit Satellite

Posted: 25th Oct 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

Global Eagle Entertainment Inc. today announced a major milestone in the history of satellite connectivity for aviation and maritime: the successful completion of testing to demonstrate how a new, low-cost satellite network can re... Read More

OneOcean to Host The Superyacht Show for Next Three Years

Posted: 25th Oct 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

Following the success of this year's event, The Superyacht Show conceived by LYBRA (the Large Yacht Brokers' Association) will return to OneOcean Port Vell in Barcelona for the next three years. The 2019 edition will take place in... Read More

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