Yachting News
The overall maritime threat in the region is assessed as LOW, meaning there is a possibility of an incident. During 2015, the number of confirmed and suspicious incidents increased significantly compared to 2014. However, Q1/Q2 of...
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Solar screens are not compulsory on board yachts but we've all heard stories of the effects of solar glare in terms of safety and possible damage to your eyes. Recognizing the potential market, Paul Pringle founded Solarglide in 2...
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When it comes to the best places to work, Solarglide, the UK based manufacturer of solar screens for the maritime industry must surely be up there! A family run business with a great team spirit, Solarglide recently completed the ...
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Since the implementation of MLC 2006 there has been uncertainty among yacht crew agents operating in France, specifically in regard to Regulation 1.4 Recruitment and Placement. The PYA MLC work group sought clarification and has i...
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Working on yachts can be a feast for the eyes, rich pickings for the observer with an artistic bent in a hotbed of sharp design, remote locations, the colours, the light and the people. For stewardess Katie Jane Howson it all star...
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Until now, for those of us in Europe at least, the risk of contracting the Zika virus has felt rather remote. Meanwhile, with cases reported in Scotland and Florida last week, and with the Olympics now underway in Brazil, where ...
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With a record number of 121 Swans already registered, the 19th edition of the Rolex Swan Cup runs from 11-18 September 2016 in the emerald waters of Porto Cervo in Italy. As well as challenging navigation and some shallow waters,...
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Many years ago a female guest walked on board and announced that she was going to be seasick the entire trip and that her children were forcing her to come along on this charter. I had the unfortunate experience an hour or so lat...
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‘Bullying and harassment’ is an oft-used phrase, but do people really know what the difference is, and how to deal with it? Both take place in workplaces around the world but, according to Nautilus, the seafarers' union, being at ...
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In the wake of today's report from the Home Affairs Select Committee that the UK Border Force is ‘clearly under-resourced’ and that Royal Navy vessels should be made available, Nautilus general secretary Mark Dickinson said, ‘It i...
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From 24 September to 2 October, the Voiles de St Tropez will welcome over three hundred of the world's most beautiful sailing yachts, with a new wave of modern yachts and the return of the classics. Organized by the Société Nautiq...
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For several years the yachting industry has suffered a shortage of qualified engineers. Another problem has been the lack of transferability of engineering qualifications across different sectors of the marine industry. Marine Inf...
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In Part II of Northrop & Johnson’s Yard Report, we focus on the exceptional yacht builders and shipyards of Northern Europe. Renowned for their heritage, build quality and design prowess, these yards represent some of the world’s ...
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The sun is shining on the Balearics in the form of new legislation set to simplify and streamline procedures for superyachts wishing to charter in these Spanish waters. After the partial lifting of the Spanish Matriculation Tax i...
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Reports have been circulating about a number of yachts in French waters having been stopped by the Gendarmerie Maritime for not having lights fitted to the buoyancy aids worn by guests operating personal watercraft (PWCs). Superya...
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Whether you are career crew or just passing through, it's important to make informed financial decisions early on in your career as this will affect your financial options later on, particularly when it comes to investments and bu...
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When I first went to sea (don't ask when), we used things like Loran C and sextants, women were on the odd ship here and there, but the British fleet didn't start to accept them for many years to come. Being transgender, I have se...
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The 2016 edition of the MYBA Pop-up Superyacht Show will be held from 2-4 September in Porto Montenegro, with registered participants including industry heavyweights such as Fraser, Burgess, Ocean Independence, Northrop & Johnson,...
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This year's 57th Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) is held from 3-7 November at the Bahia Mar Hotel and Yachting Center. Exhibitors include yacht builders and designers, luxury cars and a range of the world's most ex...
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Set in the iconic Port Hercules of the Principality of Monaco, the Monaco Yacht Show is the most exclusive charter and brokerage show on the yachting calendar, displaying around
120 of the world's most beautiful superyachts, incl... Read More
120 of the world's most beautiful superyachts, incl... Read More
The Cannes Yachting Festival is held from 6-11 September in the elegant surroundings of the Bay of Cannes, heralding the start of the Autumn boat show season. The show is Europe’s leading in-water boating event held in Le Vieux Po...
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This year, from 16-18 December, the Asia Superyacht Rendezvous has a new home at SALA Resort & Spa on the lush island of Phuket, Thailand. The sparkling waters of the Andaman Sea surrounding Phuket will be host to numerous superya...
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Sydney International Boat Show will be held this year from 28 July to 1 August, and is the largest recreational marine event in the southern hemisphere. It launched in 1968 and has since played host to over three million visitors ...
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The Croatian government has announced a new regulation requiring superyachts above 45m cruising in Croatian territorial waters to appoint a local agent. This is an extension of EU Directive 2002/59/EC, which used to apply only to...
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The BoE has rate as well as QE unchanged at today's meeting, to the surprise of the market. However, it seems to be pre-committing to a 'package' of easing measures in August, not just rate cut.
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Sea Shepherd Global has launched a new ocean patrol vessel, Ocean Warrior, the latest weapon in their fight to protect the wildlife and habitats of the world's oceans.
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Following 18 months of construction by Dutch shipbuilding co... Read More
New Zealand ticks all the boxes for superyacht owners considering new cruising grounds to explore or to satisfy the growing number of charter clients looking for culture and adventure. Here are five good reasons to make New Zealan...
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Panerai British Classic Week is held from 16-23 July at Cowes on the Isle of Wight. Now in its 15th year, and part of the Panerai Classic Yachts Challenge, Cowes is also home to the Royal Yacht Squadron which organises the regatta...
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Stocks relentless climb continued, as investors hunt for yield, in our new, ‘lower for longer’ interest rate environment. All 3 major US indices reached recent highs, and S&P hit record levels.
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If it would take a surgical procedure to separate you from your smart phone - you are not alone. A recent report found that, on average, people check their phones 150 times per day and spend 177 minutes using them. Of course owner...
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