Yachting News

West Nautical Appoints Commercial Director

Posted: 19th Apr 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

West Nautical prepares to introduce a fresh new approach to professional services for the superyacht sector, beginning with the appointment of Kurt Fraser as commercial director. West Nautical has developed an excellent reputation... Read More

e3 in Barcelona and Palma

Posted: 19th Apr 2018

Written by: e3

The e3 team looks forward to welcoming visitors at the MYBA Charter Show in Barcelona and at the Palma Superyacht Show from the 27 April to 1 May. Read More

A Glimpse of the TWW Fleet at the MYBA Charter Show

Posted: 19th Apr 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

At the MYBA Charter Show in Port Vell, Barcelona, the Thompson, Westwood and White team will be showing some of their finest yachts. We give you a sneak preview of Double Down, The Wellesley, Blu 470 and Manifiq. Read More

Acquera Yachting to Acquire G&K Yachting in Greece

Posted: 19th Apr 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

Acquera Yachting founder and CEO Stefano Tositti and G&K Yachting Managing Directors Georgios Mourkakos and Kostas Skiathitis have announced a preliminary agreement for Acquera Yachting to acquire 100% of G&K Yachting’s agency div... Read More

A Luxury Asset Group is Born

Posted: 18th Apr 2018

Written by: Ashley Spencer Hurrell

Introducing Spencer Buley Group, the quintessential British brand that specialises in bespoke, superyacht new builds & refurbishments, private sales of yachts and highly desired luxury assets. Founders, Ashley Spencer Hurrell and ... Read More

e3 Systems Launches Bandwidth on Demand for Yachts

Posted: 16th Apr 2018

Written by: Simon Saunders

Last year saw Mallorca-based e3 systems introduce Kymeta flat panel antennas to the yachting world at the Palma Show and this year, they are launching a first-of-its-kind bandwidth on demand service. Read More

Van der Valk Takes Order for Third Explorer

Posted: 16th Apr 2018

Written by: Van der Valk

Van der Valk in the Netherlands has received the order for the third in its impressive line of Explorer motoryachts. This 28-metre project with a raised pilothouse is being built for a repeat client and will benefit from the full ... Read More

Porto Lotti in the Gulf of La Spezia Joins Camper & Nicholsons Marinas

Posted: 16th Apr 2018

Written by: Laura Harrison

Camper & Nicholsons Marinas is delighted to announce that Porto Lotti is the newest member to join the exclusive Camper & Nicholsons Marinas 1782 Club; a by-invite-only club that provides international marketing reach to some of t... Read More

BWA Yachting Spain to Partner with LYBRA's The Superyacht Show

Posted: 16th Apr 2018

Written by: Francesca Fenucci

BWA Yachting Spain has teamed up with The Superyacht Show, a client-centric showcase that aims at delivering the greatest customer experience by attracting high quality superyachts, yachting companies and a selection of hand-picke... Read More

BWA Yachting Opens New Monaco Office

Posted: 13th Apr 2018

Written by: Francesca Fenucci

BWA Yachting, the international superyacht services provider, is delighted to announce the official opening of its newest corporate office in the prime location of Monaco-Montecarlo, in addition to the long-established BWA Yachtin... Read More

MYBA Announces its New Board

Posted: 12th Apr 2018

Written by: MYBA

MYBA has the pleasure of announcing its new board members, who will oversee the internationally renowned and influential yachting association for the next two years. The President, Gaye Joyeau-Bourgeois heads up a panel of highly ... Read More

UK P&I Club Supports IMRF Maritime Mass Rescue Projects

Posted: 11th Apr 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

The UK P&I Club has made a significant donation to the International Maritime Rescue Federation (IMRF) to support its work developing resources, training and building preparedness for maritime mass rescue operations. Read More

Ecospeed Anti-Fouling - Just Wash and Go

Posted: 11th Apr 2018

Written by: Patrik Wheater

It is a fact of maritime life that ships’ hulls attract fouling, and there is no coating available that can completely prevent this. Yet most anti-fouling or foul-release coatings carry risks of damage to the environment or to the... Read More

Vertex Tech Promises Joy of Fast Flight Metres Above Sea

Posted: 10th Apr 2018

Written by: Gonzague Leruth

London-based innovation company Exclin Ltd has revealed its new concept: the Vertex Recreational Vehicle – a next-generation, fuel-efficient vehicle concept that will offer pilots an exhilarating, low-altitude flight over sea. Bas... Read More

Palm Beach International Boat Show Reports Continued Growth

Posted: 10th Apr 2018

Written by: Marielle Sologuren

Four days of picture-perfect weather set the stage for the 33rd annual Palm Beach International Boat Show, welcoming more exhibitors and guests than ever before to the spectacular display along Flagler Drive. A steady stream of sh... Read More

Vertex Tech Promises Joy of Fast Flight Metres Above Sea

Posted: 10th Apr 2018

Written by: Gonzague Leruth

London-based innovation company Exclin Ltd has revealed its new concept: the Vertex Recreational Vehicle – a next-generation, fuel-efficient vehicle concept that will offer pilots an exhilarating, low-altitude flight over sea. Bas... Read More

Superyacht Owner Urged to Pay Crew Following Court Hearing

Posted: 5th Apr 2018

Written by: Nautilus International

Nautilus is urging the multi-millionaire owner of one of the world’s largest private yachts to urgently pay more than US$1m of wages owed to crew members following a court hearing this week.The yacht concerned is 95m Indian Empres... Read More

Limassol Marina's Luxury Homes Selling Fast

Posted: 4th Apr 2018

Written by: Laura Harrison

Limassol Marina has reported that 80% of the private seafront villas have been sold, with only 15 now remaining. The sales success story of the first superyacht marina in Cyprus is a testament to the strength of the yachting prope... Read More

Inmarsat Secures Order for 150 Fleet One Terminals

Posted: 4th Apr 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

Inmarsat has received a first major commitment to its brand new Americas Leisure Plan for Fleet One, devised especially for sailing and motorboat users cruising in waters around North and South America, through an order for 150 Fl... Read More

AEGY Report Reveals Astronomical Rise of Chartering in the Balearics

Posted: 4th Apr 2018

Written by: Pablo Peiro

In October 2013 the Spanish government made an amendment to the infamous “matriculation tax” which had prevented many superyachts from registering to charter in Spain. Since then, the Spanish Superyacht Association (AEGY) has prod... Read More

Support Blue Ocean, the Eco-Catamaran Project

Posted: 3rd Apr 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

Blue Ocean is a project run with the support of the Eco Sail the World Association based in La Rochelle, France. The team's vision is to construct a catamaran using the latest eco technologies, which will serve as a platform for e... Read More

MYS supports the 2018 Monte-Carlo Gala for the Global Ocean

Posted: 29th Mar 2018

Written by: Johan Pizzardini

The Monaco Yacht Show joins forces with the Event Committee of the 2nd edition of the Monte-Carlo Gala for the Global Ocean, that will be held on the terraces of Opera Garnier on the opening day of the Monaco Yacht Show, Wednesday... Read More

ECPY and MYBA Call for Changes to French Social Security Regulations

Posted: 29th Mar 2018

Written by: Elizabeth Dann

“Yachts are abandoning French waters for more welcoming jurisdictions and French-resident crew are having increasing trouble finding jobs,” declares MYBA President, Fiona Maureo, adding her voice to the lobbying cries of the ECPY,... Read More

Disabled Sailing Gets Boost with S\V14 and FAREAST YACHTS Collaboration

Posted: 28th Mar 2018

Written by: Duncan Worthington

In exciting news for the disabled sailing community worldwide, the S\V14 organisation are proud to announce that FAREAST YACHTS will produce the S\V14 at their production base in China and in a remarkable offer, will supply the fi... Read More

Innovation Award Celebrates the Career of Giuseppe Carnevali

Posted: 28th Mar 2018

Written by: Massimo Procopio

A standing ovation saluted Giuseppe Carnevali, co-founder and President of Navionics, who changed the way the world navigates, as he received an award from the National Marine Manufacturers Association, at the Miami International ... Read More

DMS Holland to Develop Stabilisers for Fast-Planing Yachts

Posted: 26th Mar 2018

Written by: Monique Caminada-Kolkman

Following the successful development and subsequent launch to market of the electric roll damping system for yachts up to 30 metres, the MagnusMaster, DMS Holland has now started, in cooperation with Brabant Engineering, the devel... Read More

Fiji Expects Leap in Visiting Yachts in 2018

Posted: 26th Mar 2018

Written by: Linda Cartlidge

In 2017, Fiji received a record number of visiting yachts. Port Denarau Marina, considered a hub for visiting luxury yachts, welcomed 65 superyachts and 554 yachts last year, showing strong growth in the aftermath of Cyclone Winst... Read More

Torqeedo and WhisperPower collaborate to develop DC Generator

Posted: 22nd Mar 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

To extend the range of a yacht or ship equipped with a Torqeedo Deep Blue Hybrid electric propulsion system, Torqeedo has, in close collaboration with WhisperPower, developed a 25 kW 350V DC variable speed diesel generator. This i... Read More

Biggest Yet Boat Builder Awards Launched for 2018

Posted: 21st Mar 2018

Written by: Annemarie Burgmans

A new date on the opening night of METSTRADE, two new award categories, and spectacular entertainment promise to make this year's celebration of achievements in the boat building industry the best yet. Read More

e3 Systems Meets Global Demand for Kymeta Flat Panels

Posted: 21st Mar 2018

Written by: e3 systems

e3 Systems is expanding its global network of certified distribution and installation partners to meet the demand for new flat panel technology. Read More

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