Yachting News

Heesen Yachts Launches Project Akoya

Posted: 22nd Apr 2016

Written by: Heesen Yachts

Heesen Yachts is proud to announce the launch of YN 17650, a 50m semi-displacement yacht during a private ceremony. Read More

Annual Meeting - Luise Group

Posted: 22nd Apr 2016

Written by: Luise Group

The Luise Group, international leader to the superyacht industry, is set to announce new technological and partnerships for the 2016 Mediterranean season. Read More

Yachting’s World Class™ Bartender of the Year 2016

Posted: 21st Apr 2016

Written by: Charlotte Roch

Last week saw aspiring bartenders and mixologists from the industry compete to become the new Super Yacht World Class™ Bartender of the Year 2016 in front of an esteemed panel of judges, all of whom were Diageo Brand Ambassadors o... Read More

Sales Broker Lous Sola Jones Joins Northrop & Johnson

Posted: 20th Apr 2016

Written by: Northrop & Johnson

Northrop & Johnson is delighted to welcome Sales Broker Lou Sola to its team of international sales brokers. Lou will be working out of the Fort Lauderdale, Florida, office, and also will be serving a client base in Central Americ... Read More

Northrop & Johnson Named best Asia-based Charter Company for 2nd Year

Posted: 20th Apr 2016

Written by: Northrop & Johnson

For the second year in a row, Northrop & Johnson was named “Best Asia-based Charter Company” at the 2016 Asia Boating Awards, held on April 7 at the Singapore Yacht Show. Read More

Spanish Grand Prix Packages

Posted: 20th Apr 2016

Written by: OneOcean Port Vell

The best way to start the yachting season, celebrities, cocktails and racing combine for a weekend of Formula 1 action. Read More

Winners Announced at Antigua Classics

Posted: 20th Apr 2016

Written by: Antigua Classics

Racing at Antigua Classics, sponsored by Panerai, came to a conclusion today with the 20-mile Windward Race. A light south-easterly breeze of 5-10 knots produced gentle but shifty conditions for the fleet. Read More

UEFA EURO 2016: Hospitality and Superyacht Charters

Posted: 8th Apr 2016

Written by: Chrissie McClatchie

This summer, all eyes will be focused on France as the country, which has produced such footballing legends as Zinedine Zidane and Thierry Henry, hosts the UEFA EURO 2016 Championship. Kicking off in Paris on June 10th and culmina... Read More

Palma Superyacht Show: 28 April - 2 May 2016

Posted: 7th Apr 2016

Written by: Pat Sakellari

With less than a month to go and no less than 65 yachts lined up for the 4th edition of the Palma Superyacht Show, it is safe to say that the Mediterranean season opener is sailing straight for success. It seems that the picturesq... Read More

BWA Yachting to Manage 35th America's Cup Superyacht Program

Posted: 6th Apr 2016

Written by: BWA Yachting

Leading marine services agency BWA Yachting has been appointed to manage and deliver the 35th America’s Cup Superyacht Program in Bermuda in May/June 2017. Read More

3D Printing Revolutionizes yacht building at HanseYachts AG

Posted: 4th Apr 2016

Written by: Hanse Yachts AG

After the automotive - and architecture industry has discovered the 3D printing, we are now ready to start the test phase for our first 3D hull printer. Read More

34th Annual Suncoast Boat Show in Sarasota Set for April 15-17

Posted: 4th Apr 2016

Written by: Pierson Grant

The 34th annual Suncoast Boat Show in Sarasota takes place Friday, April 15 to Sunday, April 17 at Marina Jack in downtown Sarasota. Hundreds of exhibitors will showcase an outstanding selection of boats, ranging from motor yachts... Read More

British Sailor, Sarah Young, Killed During Clipper Yacht Race

Posted: 4th Apr 2016

Written by: Clipper Round The World

Official Statement from Clipper Round the World: We are deeply saddened to report the death of crew member Sarah Young (40), a company owner from London. Sarah was one of the crew aboard the IchorCoal boat (CV21). Read More

Join the Superyacht Rendezvous Montenegro in July 2016

Posted: 1st Apr 2016

Written by: OnboardOnline

The Superyacht Rendezvous Montenegro proudly returns for the second year on 7-9 July. Don’t miss the chance to be part of a world class fleet of superyachts and register your interest now. Read More

FYBA’s Yacht Engineering Seminar April 5th

Posted: 1st Apr 2016

Written by: Florida Yacht Brokers Association

FYBA proudly presents a full day educational event designed to help brokers and technical personnel gain a greater understanding of the systems and engineering aspects of the vessels they sell and service. Read More

New Mangusta 94 is Launched

Posted: 31st Mar 2016

Written by: Mangusta

The new Mangusta 94 no. 4 set sail this morning. Official delivery took place privately at the Overmarine Group wharf in Viareggio in presence of the Owners, along with the Balducci family, founder and owner of the company, and al... Read More

Mark Turner Appointed Volvo Ocean Race CEO

Posted: 31st Mar 2016

Written by: Volvo Ocean Race

Mark Turner, one of the most respected figures in professional sailing, has been appointed Volvo Ocean Race CEO, stepping down after 23 years at the helm of global sports marketing company OC Sport. Read More

Fully Integrated, State of the Art Simrad Glass Bridge Installed on M/Y Nati Tre

Posted: 30th Mar 2016

Written by: Horizon Marine Electronics

Horizon Marine Electronics was founded just over a year ago by life-long marine electronics expert Chris Keenan. The highly experienced team have already completed a number of headliner projects including aboard Feadship’s M/Y Her... Read More

Superyacht UK Tour of Excellence 2016

Posted: 30th Mar 2016

Written by: British Marine

In April 2016 twenty international delegates will arrive in the UK for the Superyacht UK Tour of Excellence. The Tour provides various opportunities for Superyacht UK members to showcase their products and services including show... Read More

A Healthy Lineup of Maxis Set to Sail

Posted: 30th Mar 2016

Written by: Media Pro Newport

From 11 to 16 April 2016, Saint Barths will host the 7th edition of Les Voiles de St. Barth, an event which, since its creation in 2010, has quite simply become indispensable thanks to the unique sporting atmosphere and conviviali... Read More

Tender Care Boats to Add 18’-42’ Tow Behind Tender Buying and Selling

Posted: 24th Mar 2016

Written by: Tender Care Boats

Tender Care Boats, LLC will add a new Tow behind tender division for private yacht owners, captains and crew looking to buy or sell a tender between 18’ and 42’. Read More

The Hague to Host Volvo Ocean Race Finale 2017-18

Posted: 24th Mar 2016

Written by: Volvo Ocean Race

The Hague, scene of an enormously successful pit-stop last year, has been chosen to host the finale of the Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18. The Dutch stopover will be preceded by a midsummer stopover in Volvo’s home city of Gothenburg, s... Read More

Whitsundays Cruising comes to Singapore Yacht Show

Posted: 24th Mar 2016

Written by: Albatross PR

A unique marina in the Whitsundays at the heart of the Great Barrier Reef will return to the Singapore Yacht Show this year, with an increased raft of facilities to present to yachts. Read More

Camper & Nicholsons Capital Partners with LH-Finance

Posted: 22nd Mar 2016

Written by: Camper & Nicholsons

Financing is complicated at the best of times, but when it comes to the financing of such a large purchase as a yacht then the complex decisions require expert guidance. Camper & Nicholsons Capital draws on a peerless heritage, pr... Read More

Line 7 Announce Sponsorship of Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron

Posted: 22nd Mar 2016

Written by: Albatroos PR

Iconic New Zealand clothing manufacturer Line 7 has announced it will be sponsoring the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron in 2016. Read More

MOAS Witness Turkish Vessel giving Chase to Migrant Vessel

Posted: 22nd Mar 2016

Written by: Migrant Offshore Aid Station

Search and rescue NGO MOAS (Migrant Offshore Aid Station) has helped save the lives of over 1,500 people in three months of operations in the Aegean Sea, despite an increasing hostile environment. Read More

Overall Victory for Velsheda in Saint Barths

Posted: 21st Mar 2016

Written by: J Class Association

Overall victory for Velsheda in the J Class at the 21st Saint Barths Bucket regatta belongs as much to the team's night shift workers as it does the sailing team which today held off the challenge from rivals Ranger to win the J C... Read More

Vitters Shipyard and Oceanco Deliver 85m S/Y AQUIJO

Posted: 21st Mar 2016

Written by: Vitters Shipyard

The spectacular new 85 meter sailing yacht AQUIJO is the world’s largest high-performance ketch and marks Vitters Shipyard’s and Oceanco’s first delivery in 2016. Read More

Velsheda win Saint Barths Round the Island Match Up

Posted: 19th Mar 2016

Written by: J Class Yachts

After a spirited, no holds barred match race around the island of Saint Barths, it is the Velsheda crew which might impose their bragging rights over close rivals Ranger this evening. But only if they have enough remaining energy ... Read More

Ballast water Convention may not need more Ratifications

Posted: 18th Mar 2016

Written by: Tanker Shipping & Trade

IMO’s Ballast Water Management Convention (BWMC) could enter into force with no further flag state ratifications, IMO’s secretariat has confirmed to BWTT. Read More

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