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Organizers of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) have announced new dates this year's show which will now run from Wednesday 1- Sunday 5 November. Exhibitor contracts do not need to be changed, and organizers plan...
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Since launching their first endurance cycling challenge four years ago, the superyacht charity Cogs4Cancer (C4C) has benefited from support from a number of high flyers and celebrities including Rihanna, Sylvester Stallone and Rom...
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Securewest International closely monitors all maritime threats and would like to bring to your attention the recent increase in incidents in The High Risk Area (HRA) of the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden and the Somalia coastline. A recent...
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Riva shipyards, the Ferretti Group and the entire world of yachting are mournng the loss of a unique and unrivalled creator of boats and a master of style and elegance.
Carlo Riva was an extraordinary man who built the Riva famil... Read More
Carlo Riva was an extraordinary man who built the Riva famil... Read More
The ISA-built 47m motor yacht, Aquamarina, recently returned to Rivergate Marina & Shipyard for planned maintenance via the Gold Coast Seaway up the Brisbane River. The pearlescent blue-hulled superyacht was constructed in steel a...
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The Palm Beach International Boat Show from 23-26 March saw the largest display of boats in the show's 32 year history, up 6% on last year, with growth in 80-100 foot yachts up by 17%. Overall attendance was up 14% on last year.
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This month Marine Accounts will be giving a number of talks to discuss in detail how yacht crew can prepare for the changes being introduced in France regarding social security payments. The workshops will also examine tax residen...
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This year for the first time, IYCA Port Vauban Antibes is offering a berth package for yachts between 40-160m during the Cannes Film Festival which runs from 15-25 May. The offer will include helicopter transfers courtesy Wajer 38...
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One of the world’s leading yacht brokerage houses, YPI, is sponsoring the third Mimosa Ball on 13 May to help raise funds for the fight against cancer on the Cote d’Azur. The Monaco-based company is joining forces with Mimosa Matt...
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Nautical Structures is well known in the superyacht and cruise ship industries for its sturdy davits and cranes, hydraulic transom lifts, passerelles, and gangways, but its custom manufacturing division, NSi Precision, flies under...
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Following changes to French Social Security Laws, if you spend over 183 days in France within a period of 365 days, you and your employer will be liable to pay social security contributions in France, unless you already contribute...
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212 Yachts, located in Port Pierre Canto in Cannes, manages a fleet of luxury chase boats available for charter. Due to a cancellation, there is some remaining availability of stunning VanDutch 40s for rent during the Monaco Grand...
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On 1 April, the search and rescue (SAR) charity MOAS will launch its 2017 Central Mediterranean mission to save lives at sea, for the first time combining the maritime component with manned aerial assistance.
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MYBA is pleased to present the visual for the MYBA 'Art in a Glass - Cocktail Competition' which will debut at the 2017 MYBA Charter Show in Barcelona later this month. ART IN A GLASS is supportd by Tanqueray No.TEN Gin, one of th...
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On 21 March, after receiving intelligence that a refrigerated cargo vessel was suspected of transmitting a fraudulent identity outside the Port of Monrovia, the Liberian Coast Guard assisted by Sea Shepherd crew and Israeli mariti...
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Aberdeen Asset Management, the global investment group, has been announced as Performance Partner to Land Rover BAR, the British America’s Cup team led by Sir Ben Ainslie.
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Following Informa's acquisition of Yachting Promotions Inc, YPY is delighted that Gaëlle Tallarida, MD of the Monaco Yacht Show, will speak at our event on 6 April at the Yacht Club de Monaco and share her experience of managing t...
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A number of new direct flights are now available to Tivat airport making your visit to Porto Montenegro and this beautiful coastal region a whole lot easier. New flights being added to last years’ direct summer flights include: Du...
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Luise Group is delighted to announce the opening of its new offices throughout the Adriatic Sea. Headquartered in Venice in Italy, Luise Yachting Adriatic can now offer its services to captains and crew visiting marinas along the ...
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The International Superyacht Society (ISS) has announced the assimilation of the Yacht Captains Association (YCA) membership, extending ISS membership benefits to all current YCA members and strengthening its mission to promote su...
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The Med season is just around the corner and, if you're busy reviewing your inventory of water toys, here are some hints from Josh Richardson at Superyacht Tenders and Toys on some of the hot favourites for this summer.
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Luxury Hospitality Management has relocated its Luxury Hospitality Academy to the stunning Waterland Estate in Velsen, The Netherlands, welcoming its first 10 students on the Leadership and Management course on Sunday.
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“Our newest recruit Emma Crawshay joins Asia Pacific Superyachts NZ fresh from a five and a half year stint on the 90 meter Royal Huisman, Athena”, announces Duthie Lidgard, Managing Director of Asia Pacific Superyachts New Zealan...
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As one of the longest established and most respected independent yacht designers and naval architects in the world, Laurent Giles is celebrating its 90th anniversary and 1400th project this year. Based in Lymington in Hampshire, L...
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HCL Technologies is the official IT services provider for Volvo Ocean Race 2017/18, delivering IT solutions for the 45,000 nautical mile round the word race. The partnership will help fans to follow the eight month ocean marathon ...
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TEAM Italia, leaders in integrated navigation systems, will take part in SeaTec in Carrara from 29-31 March showcasing its new Superyacht Technology Village. Coordinated by TEAM Italia, a range of leading technology companies will...
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Nautilus is holding a one-day seminar on Thursday 23 March to examine forthcoming changes to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC 2006) which seek to improve the protection of abandoned seafarers and provide compensation for death ...
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Development and growth in the marina sector continue apace, fuelling the popularity of industry forums such as the Marina & Yard Pavilion at the METSTRADE Show in
Amsterdam and the addition of a new Marina & Yard Pavilion at IBEX... Read More
Amsterdam and the addition of a new Marina & Yard Pavilion at IBEX... Read More
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On 13 March, Star Shrimper XXV, a Nigerian-flagged fishing vessel was boarded in Liberian waters by the Liberian Coast Guard, assisted by Sea Shepherd crew, Israeli maritime advisors and conservationists. The vessel was fishing wi...
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As taxation tightens in western Europe, the beautiful cruising grounds of the east Mediterranean are attracting growing interest among the superyacht community.
Consequently, Quaynote Communications and Oceda S.A. are jointly pro... Read More
Consequently, Quaynote Communications and Oceda S.A. are jointly pro... Read More