Yachting News

RC44 Porto Cervo Cup - Victory for Alexander Novoselov's Katusha

Posted: 2nd Jul 2017

Written by: Marialisa Panu/ Giuliano Luzzatto

Two years of dedication to the RC44 class paid off today for Russian Alexander Novoselov, his American tactician Andy Horton and the crew of Katusha, winning their first ever event on the RC44 Championship. Read More

Call for Nominations for The Ocean Awards

Posted: 30th Jun 2017

Written by: OnboardOnline

Boat International in partnership with ocean conservation charity Blue Marine Foundation invites nominations for the third annual Ocean Awards. The Awards are designed to celebrate and support those who have made the greatest cont... Read More

Fraser Hosts Screening of A Plastic Ocean at Monaco Yacht Club

Posted: 28th Jun 2017

Written by: Lisa Peck

Last night at the Yacht Club de Monaco, Fraser hosted a screening of the documentary film A Plastic Ocean. Guests were welcomed by Fraser CEO Raphael Sauleau and David Jones, an Executive Adviser for the film who explained how th... Read More

Turtle Slaughter on French Island of Mayotte

Posted: 27th Jun 2017

Written by: Sea Shepherd Global

The bloody images of marine turtles slaughtered on the French island of Mayotte on Saturday night highlight the shortage of any real means of protection against poaching for these protected species in the Indian Ocean. Read More

Salvatore Ferragamo's Commitment to Sustainability

Posted: 27th Jun 2017

Written by: Alfredo Mele

Salvatore Ferragamo, a world leader in the luxury goods sector, confirms its deep commitment to social responsibility with the publication of the 2016 Sustainability Report, which now covers the entire Group. “The creation of sust... Read More

Successful Year for Newport Charter Show

Posted: 27th Jun 2017

Written by: Barby MacGowan

The 2017 Newport Charter Yacht Show presented by Helly Hansen was a huge success for all who participated, including 100+ brokers and agents from 43 different charter yacht companies and crews of 25 luxury yachts from 18-60 meters... Read More

RAN RACING Wins at Audi Sailing Week - 52 Super Series

Posted: 25th Jun 2017

Written by: Marialisa Panu/ Giuliano Luzzatto

It was Niklas Zennstrom's Ran Racing on the top step of the podium followed at just one point by Vladimir Liubomirov's Bronenosec at the final at Audi Sailing Week - 52 Super Series organized by the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda with ... Read More

Continuity for Palm Beach International Boat Show

Posted: 22nd Jun 2017

Written by: Daniel Grant

Informa Exhibitions has signed a 10-year agreement with the Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County, Inc. (MIAPBC) and the City of West Palm Beach to continue producing the annual Palm Beach International Boat Show, now... Read More

First Day of 2017 Palma Superyacht Cup

Posted: 22nd Jun 2017

Written by: OnboardOnline

Interiors have been stowed, winches have been serviced, and cruising sails have been stored away for later use. Yachts are primed for action and crew members have been perfecting their sailing maneuvers, as well as picking the bra... Read More

Lionheart wins the America’s Cup J Class Regatta

Posted: 22nd Jun 2017

Written by: OnboardOnline

Lionheart has won the America’s Cup J Class Regatta hot on the heels of her triumphant performance in the America’s Cup Superyacht Regatta where she was awarded Boat International America's Cup Superyacht Regatta Trophy. Read More

Dates for 2018 MYBA Charter Show Confirmed

Posted: 22nd Jun 2017

Written by: OnboardOnline

MYBA has announced that the MYBA Charter Show, to be held at OneOcean Port Vell in Barcelona, will take place from Monday 23rd to Thursday 26th April 2018. Being the 30th edition next year, the Show will also be a celebration of t... Read More

Team AkzoNobel’s Volvo Ocean Race Boat Christened in The Hague

Posted: 21st Jun 2017

Written by: AkzoNobel

Sailing fans flocked to a harbor in the Dutch city of The Hague today to welcome team AkzoNobel’s new Volvo Ocean Race yacht, which was officially christened by the city’s Mayor. With the start of the race just four months away, s... Read More

Fraser Partners with CanO Water to Reduce Plastic Onboard Yachts

Posted: 19th Jun 2017

Written by: Lisa Peck

Leading superyacht brokerage, Fraser, has partnered with CanO Water as part of their ongoing commitment to protecting the environment. This initiative, in collaboration with provisioners, Vins Sans Frontieres (VSF), will assist cl... Read More

Rombelli Wins Absolute First Melges 40 GP in Costa Smeralda

Posted: 17th Jun 2017

Written by: Yacht Club Costa Smeralda

The Yacht Club Costa Smeralda has officially concluded the first Melges 40 Grand Prix event on the 2017 circuit, with STIG, helmed by Alessandro Rombelli crowned Champion. Read More

Columbus Yachts Unveils First 80m Superyacht

Posted: 11th Jun 2017

Written by: OnboardOnline

Columbus Yachts is entering the megayacht market with the construction of the Columbus 80m due for delivery in 2018. Measuring 79.50m LOA with a beam of 13m, she is a full-displacement yacht with a steel hull and aluminium superst... Read More

2017 DAME Design Awards Jury Changes

Posted: 10th Jun 2017

Written by: OnboardOnline

The METSTRADE team at RAI Amsterdam has announced that yacht interior designer and engineer, Birgit Schnaase, has been appointed Chair of the DAME Design Awards Jury. Having demonstrated strong leadership skills on the DAME Jury s... Read More

Claydon Reeves Launches Aeroboat Powered by Rolls-Royce

Posted: 9th Jun 2017

Written by: Andrew Johansson

Launched at the 2017 SuperYacht Gallery in London, AEROBOAT is a quintessential British brand of stylish power boats. With strong design by Claydon Reeves and naval architecture by BMT Nigel Gee, AEROBOAT naturally chose Rolls-Roy... Read More

UK Election Result - How it Will Affect Yacht Crew

Posted: 9th Jun 2017

Written by: Patrick Maflin

The UK woke this morning to the grim reality of a hung parliament and yet more political uncertainty in what are already turbulent times both for our economy and the looming Brexit negotiations. So how will this affect yacht crew? Read More

Concept Trimaran Baikal 36 SMT for Divers

Posted: 9th Jun 2017

Written by: Sergey Gmyra

The new steel motor trimaran, Baikal 36 SMT, is designed for professional diving centres. It provides safe and comfortable travel with a modern ergonomic design and cost-efficient diesel-power motors. Unlike most other vessels des... Read More

Sailing Yacht Dorade to Compete in 2018 China Sea Race

Posted: 7th Jun 2017

Written by: Kirsten Ferguson

The famous classic yacht Dorade will race in the 29th edition of the Rolex China Sea Race from China to the Philippines, beginning on 28 March 2018. Dorade Captain Matt Brooks, who co-owns the yacht with Pam Rorke Levy has long wa... Read More

e3 Systems and Kymeta Agree Exclusive Global Distribution

Posted: 6th Jun 2017

Written by: Diane Franklin

e3 Systems and Kymeta Corporation have signed an exclusive global distribution agreement to deliver innovative flat panel satellite solutions to the superyacht market. e3 Systems will represent Kymeta's revolutionary metamaterials... Read More

Summer Soother - Day Retreat 11 June

Posted: 3rd Jun 2017

Written by: Noona Ayres - Revitalize

For those who are feeling the squeeze of the summer season on the coast, treat yourself to some 'me time' with our Summer Soother one day retreat. On Sunday 11th June we're holding a one day retreat at the gorgeous setting of Abi'... Read More

Hill Robinson Opens Offices in Port of Monaco

Posted: 2nd Jun 2017

Written by: Mariska Biesheuvel

Hill Robinson has announced the opening of two new offices in the port of Monaco, following several years of expansion worldwide including the USA, the Isle of Man and Cyprus. The new Monaco offices will provide yacht management s... Read More

Fiji’s Port Denarau Marina in the Spotlight

Posted: 1st Jun 2017

Written by: Linda Cartlidge

The Marina Industries Association (MIA) recently announced Port Denarau in Fiji has been awarded ‘Marina Fish Friendly Marina Level 3’ accreditations and is also a finalist for International Marina and Best Community Support Init... Read More

Miraggio Thermal Spa Resort & Marina

Posted: 1st Jun 2017

Written by: Georgie Bentley Buckle

Located directly on the waterfront, Miraggio Thermal Spa Resort is the ultimate wellness destination for yacht owners on the peninsula Halkidiki in Greece. Take advantage of the unique facilities for a wellness stop off, and leave... Read More

Sea Shepherd Germany to Launch First Ship

Posted: 31st May 2017

Written by: Sea Shepherd Global

Dr. Bronner’s, the global top-selling natural soap and bodycare brand with its European headquarters in Dusseldorf, will join with Sea Shepherd Germany today, Thursday, 1 June in Bremen, Germany to hold a press conference and a pa... Read More

MYBA Beach Cleanup on World Oceans Day

Posted: 31st May 2017

Written by: OnboardOnline

The 8th of June is World Oceans Day and MYBA is organising a beach cleanup with the support of the town council of Cap d'Ail and Cap Dive who will assist divers and snorkelers Please come and join us from 2-8pm at Plage Mala in C... Read More

Casting Call: The Beauty of Yachting

Posted: 30th May 2017

Written by: Bluewater

Bluewater, the global superyacht company with offices on the French Riviera and the luxury skin-care, fragrance and make-up brand EISENBERG in Paris have joined forces to launch a competition to find the #BeautyofYachting to launc... Read More

Argentario Sailing Week 14-19 June 2017

Posted: 30th May 2017

Written by: Tessa Wiechmann

The 18th edition of Argentario Sailing Week kicks off on 14 June, and this year the yachts will race for four days compared to three in previous editions. Hosted by Porto Santo Stefano in partnership with the watchmakers Officine ... Read More

Radio Holland to Supply 72 Vessels with Spliethoff

Posted: 29th May 2017

Written by: Annet Boers

Radio Holland Netherlands has been awarded a contract to supply 72 Spliethoff vessels with a.o. worldwide VSAT connections. In addition to the VSAT connections, Iridium OpenPort and FleetBroadBand, backup connections will be provi... Read More

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