Yachting News
Quaynote Communications has partnered with the Islander magazine based in Palma to jointly produce the Future of Superyachts, a one day conference in Palma de Mallorca on Tuesday 15th October 2019, exploring international and regi...
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The year 2021 is a big one for our industry. The new IMO Tier III regulations will come into force for all vessels above 24 metres with a combined propulsion power of more than 750 kW and/or generator engines above 129 bkW, and wh...
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Further to recent updates on the decree regulating yacht anchorage and stopping in French waters, ECPY has provided a full translation of the text. The decree heralds a major turning point in France's policy on the economics of ya...
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MarineMax, Inc., the largest US recreational boat and yacht retailer, has entered into an agreement for the acquisition of the Fraser Yachts Group from the Italian Azimut/Benetti Group. Additionally, MarineMax has strengthened its...
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Penningtons Manches and Thomas Cooper have confirmed the completion of the merger of the two firms and trading has begun for the newly combined business, Penningtons Manches Cooper. The merger brings together the firms' complement...
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Inmarsat’s Fleet One satellite connectivity solution for the leisure and fishing markets has surpassed the 5,000-installation landmark as the rate of service uptake continues to increase. Reflecting a growing demand from leisure b...
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Over 40 exceptional superyachts have been nominated for this year’s ISS Design Awards and members are invited to vote for their favorite vessels. Created in 1990 by the International Superyacht Society, the ISS awards recognize ou...
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Following uncertainty and controversy over the Malta and Cyprus leasing schemes, the tax authorities in Cyprus recently set out the guidelines for the leasing of pleasure yachts which are summarised here.
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Kicking off the summer season, C&N Marinas is shining a light on its award-winning Cesme Marina in Izmir, south west Turkey, with a series promotions for annual berth holders and visiting yachts.
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ChartCo is expanding its OneOcean digital solution with the launch of its new ’Fixed Price Pay As You Sail’ (PAYS) system. Launching on 1 July 2019, this is the first such system to allow budgetary certainty and global ENC data fo...
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Thanks to the close collaboration and support of Aeolian Islands Preservation Fund and Smilewave Fund, Sea Shepherd continues to protect the Italian waters against illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing in the South Ty...
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Billed as '8 countries in 8 days' the next Cogs4Cancer endurance bike ride is from Maastricht to Monaco from 4-12 October. The ride itself is quite challenging but it’s great fun, and we’re looking for more riders to join us!
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The 2019 Superyacht Cup Palma reached its captivating conclusion with the best day’s racing yet on the waters of Palma Bay. After three days of close racing, Win Win celebrated overall victory alongside class winners Topaz and Beq...
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Details of the VI edition of the Venice Hospitality Challenge were presented on Friday during the Venice Boat Show. A great source of local pride, The Grand Prix of the City of Venice - the only regatta held in the inland waters o...
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Ahead of the 36th America’s Cup in New Zealand, officials have announced a series of 11 events including superyacht regattas, J Class regattas, superyacht fishing competitions and island cruises for visiting yachts and fans. Sched...
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Survitec’s pioneering approach to safety within the maritime industry has been recognised by industry experts with two of its innovative products being shortlisted for the Safety at Sea awards. The leading maritime safety partner ...
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Hervé Gastinel, CEO of Groupe Beneteau since 2015, has stepped down from his position and has been replaced by chairman Jérôme de Metz with immediate effect. The Board of Directors of Beneteau SA, the French boatbuilding group, an...
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As a committed advocate for safety at sea, record-breaking yachtswoman Dee Caffari MBE has revealed details of her own shocking first-hand experience of falling overboard during the SoCal 300 offshore race, with the hope that her ...
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ECPY is in discussions with the French Mediterranean Maritime Authority to help define local regulations on anchorages and stopping based upon the framework issued in the June 3rd decree, with an aim to respect both the environmen...
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Auckland Council has dropped a proposed daily anchoring fee which would have seen superyachts and other foreign-flagged vessels of over 40-metres billed for each time they anchored within Auckland’s navigable waters.
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"The IMRF Awards really do matter because they attract vital public attention and focus to the excellent lifesaving work that's being done all around the world by maritime search and rescue (SAR) organisations," says lead judge Mi...
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This year ECOMER is celebrating its 10th anniversary! The non-profit association founded by Jean-Luc Annone is a bridge between the privileged yachting industry and those in need. Its guiding principles are care for the environmen...
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The 12th edition of the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta concluded on Saturday with victory for Magic Carpet 3, Silencio and Grande Orazio. Yesterday's racing began with a north east wind of 8-10 knots but the regatta was later cance...
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Launched at the ISS Amsterdam Member's Event and sponsored by Quantum Marine Stabilizers, the Award for Artisans recognises the artistry, skill and dedication of the artisans whose hands-on work is integral to the realisation of e...
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One of the biggest ‘door closing on those behind’ moments in offshore sailing occurred on Thursday night and through the next 24 hours for competitors racing in the special 10th anniversary edition of the 151 Miglia-Trofeo Cetilar...
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Dynamiq, the Monaco-based builder of next-generation superyachts, is proud to reveal the innovative 33m GLOBAL 330, the first in a brand new series of explorer yachts. Designed with long-range travel in mind, the new series will b...
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Seahub, the cloud-based yacht maintenance software received three awards during the recent ASMEX Conference on the Gold Coast of Australia. Seahub was presented with the awards for Marine Export Performance of the Year, Best Expor...
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Acquera Yachting announced yesterday that they have signed an exclusive agreement with Italian company Esperia Aviation to become the sole yachting agent with whom the aviation company will work in Italy.
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Shipping costs were prohibiting the delivery of USD$14,000 worth of humanitarian aid to St Kitts and Nevis until the United States Air Force stepped in to help. The shipment will benefit families in unexpected need for the next si...
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In response to industry demand, the superyacht deck hardware company Shipyard Supply Co. has released a davit crane to facilitate the deployment of large inflatables on superyachts.
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