Yachting News

Turning the Tide on Plastic...on Superyachts

Posted: 26th Apr 2018

Written by: Peter Franklin

In February METSTRADE spoke to Captain Marja Kok who is dedicating her time and energy to convincing her fellow professional crew on superyachts that they can find better ways of providing drinking water onboard without the use of... Read More

Fraser Opens a New Office in OneOcean Port Vell

Posted: 26th Apr 2018

Written by: Olivia Pasquali

Fraser, the world’s leading full-service yachting company, is delighted to announce the opening of its new office in Barcelona. Located in the OneOcean Port Vell marina, this new office will provide the full range of Fraser servic... Read More

PYA Sexual Harassment in Yachting Survey

Posted: 25th Apr 2018

Written by: PYA

As part of its members' assistance service, the PYA has seen a marked increase in the number of incidents of sexual harassment reported by yacht crew members. In light of the recent global #metoo movement, the PYA would like to ex... Read More

Marcel van der Spek appointed new chair of HISWA Holland Yachting Group

Posted: 25th Apr 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

Esthec commercial director Marcel van der Spek was unanimously appointed as the new chair of the board of the HISWA Holland Yachting Group during the annual members meeting on 18 April. He will be joined by two new board members: ... Read More

The COCC St Tropez to Monaco Charity Cycle Ride 2018

Posted: 25th Apr 2018

Written by: Chrissie McClatchie

Now in its 7th year, the COCC charity cycle has become a fixture on the Monaco calendar. The ride raises funds for the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation and enjoys the support of high profile locals including HSH Prince Alber... Read More

Fraser Yachts at the Inaugural Superyacht Show

Posted: 24th Apr 2018

Written by: Olivia Pasquali

Fraser is delighted to participate in the very first edition of The Superyacht Show, which will take place in Barcelona from May 2-5th 2018. The show aims to provide an opportunity for charterers and buyers as well as their repres... Read More

Mapping out the Future of Port Vauban

Posted: 24th Apr 2018

Written by: Florence LaCroix

The commercial team at Port Vauban will be attending this spring’s most important yachting events to unveil plans for the development of Europe’s largest yachting hub. Given that Port Vauban's current consignment of contracts for ... Read More

50th HISWA Symposium on Yacht Design and Yacht Construction Goes Back to the Future

Posted: 24th Apr 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

The International HISWA Symposium on Yacht Design and Yacht Construction has reached its Golden Jubilee year, a unique milestone for an event of this type. This scientific get-together is organised bi-annually to shine a light on ... Read More

UK's Oldest Dry Dock Given Boost by Joint Venture with YachtProjects International

Posted: 24th Apr 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

The European yachting market now has a cost-effective UK-based dry dock in which to embark on survey work thanks to a joint venture between Penzance Dry Dock, and YachtProjects International Llc. Read More

Introducing the Team of Camper & Nicholsons Asia

Posted: 24th Apr 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

After the successful launch of Camper & Nicholsons Asia in 2017, Carmen Lau, the Managing Director and Board Director of C&N Asia, announced at the Singapore Yacht Show that the branch would be expanding further and has made new a... Read More

Top 5 Service Trends for 2018: Free Workshop in Palma

Posted: 20th Apr 2018

Written by: Luxury Hospitality Academy

At this workshop for in Palma, we'll discuss all things interior and hospitality to help you rock 2018! We have devised a program tailored to hospitality and interior yachties, packed with great tips, useful advice and of course, ... Read More

Royal New Zealand Navy Adds FarSounder Sonar

Posted: 20th Apr 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

FarSounder's flagship forward-looking sonar, the FarSounder-1000, is the latest cutting-edge gear slated to equip the Royal New Zealand Navy's (RNZN) future fleet replenishment tanker, HMNZS Aotearoa (A12). The company's longest r... Read More

MEDYS Opening Ceremony

Posted: 20th Apr 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

Attendees of the 5th Mediterranean Yacht Show 2018 are invited to the opening ceremony on Saturday 28 April, taking place at 19:00 in the stunning port of Nafplion. Mr Michael Skoulikidis, President of the Greek Yachting Associati... Read More

ANZAC Day in Antibes 2018 in a Nutshell

Posted: 19th Apr 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

All over the world, on the 25th of April, Australians and New Zealanders (and more recently the Irish, British and French) commemorate the service men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the name of freedom. In Antib... Read More

Winners at the Antibes Raft Race 2018

Posted: 19th Apr 2018

Written by: Sarah Smith-Garrison

Who cares who wins? Well apparently all of you...so here are the awards for the 2018 Antibes Raft Race and a big thank you to everyone who took part! The organisers also extend an invitation to attend 'Post Event Drinks' in the Bl... 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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

El Faro: Investigating the Worst U.S. Maritime Disaster in Decades

Posted: 13th Apr 2018

Written by: Elizabeth Dann

It is October 2015 and a U.S.-flagged cargo ship, El Faro, sets off on its usual route past the Bahamas, down to Puerto Rico. Less than 48 hours later the ship sails straight into the eye wall of a Grade 3 hurricane. The salvaging... 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

Schiller Water Bike on Auction for The Antibes Raft Race

Posted: 12th Apr 2018

Written by: OnboardOnline

Schiller Bikes has donated an S1-C water bike, the latest model in their sleek wave-riding range, to the Antibes Raft Race to raise essential funds for The Antibes Lifeboat and Restos du Coeur. The auction will be made by sealed b... 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

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

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

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