Yachting News
YPI announces a donation to the Monk Seal Alliance, founded by the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation.The alliance supports the conservation of the Mediterranean monk seal through a program of region-wide education, awareness raising and collaborative projects.
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The first virtual boat show of the Balearic Islands will be held on the 18-20 November 2020. The Mallorca Chamber of Commerce and Balearic Marine Cluster presents a unique opportunity to digitalise the marine companies in the Balearics and reach a more international audience.
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The Thai Government has agreed to allow in foreign tourists who agree to a 14-day quarantine and stay for at least 90 days. Two extensions will be available for 90 days each, with the lengthiest period for the new visa being 270 days.
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Total Superyacht has announced a partnership with Breaking the Mould Accounting, a certified Xero partner firm which provides an outsourced finance director and cloud accounting services to the maritime industry.
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Heesen is delighted to announce that YN 19255 Project Pollux was launched at the facility in Oss in August 2020. This is the second in the newly restyled 55-metre Steel class that features a new layout to emphasize her vast interior volume of approximately 760GT.
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The new crew recruitment offering is part of a structured development process across all the various client support services from Hill Robinson, aimed at delivering the optimum service to clients who are expecting that little bit more.
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This year, more than most, our teams at The Crew Network and FRASER have heard and shared more stories with our captains and crew than ever before, so now we're inviting you to submit your story, with the chance to win some great prizes.Read More
Owners MIASF and show producer, Informa U.S. Boat Shows, announce that the 61st annual FLIBS will go on with support from government officials in Broward County and Fort Lauderdale as commissioners allow County Administrator Bertha Henry to approve the show.
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Yotspot announces the launch of their new app, connecting superyacht crew and yachting professionals together. It will help enable professionals to re-connect and catch up, in person, as Covid-19 restrictions ease in some areas.
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Since Superyacht Charities could not hold any events this year due to COVID19, on 18-19 September we are raising funds in a sponsored run, ride and row of the equivalent distance between the two main cancelled events - Southampton and Palma de Mallorca.
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Yachting Partners International, has announced its sponsorship of ‘The Crossing – Calvi to Monaco Water Bike Challenge’. Two teams of internationally renowned athletes will race on water bikes to raise awareness for the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation and its programmes.
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The PYA's Member Assistance Service recently received a report from a crew member who was recruited for a false job onboard a yacht. The motive of this job offer is not clear, however, this is an example of how crew might be vulnerable to human trafficking scams and/or identity fraud.
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Vikand - the global healthcare solutions provider - is partnering with Amy Halsted and Bob Saxon to bring marketing and direct awareness to the yachting and superyacht industries, providing interior solutions against COVID-19.
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Evolution Yachting is excited to announce the appointment of Miquel Àngel Lliteras as their new Chief Operations Officer. Bringing over 20 years of experience, Lliteras is a qualified naval architect and was previously the Shipyard Manager at MB92 in Barcelona.
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Taking place from December 4th, the 20/21 Panama Posse Rally is a seven month adventure taking in 13 countries with over 500 anchorages, across a total of 4,500 nautical miles. Connecting sailors from California to Florida, you can join anywhere along the route.
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Today on 7th September, Threatened Species Day highlights the sad reality that humankind is threatening and destroying many of our precious marine species. The Sea Shepherd movement battles to save biodiversity, calling for everyone to join in the fight.
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In view of the scale of the logistical preparations necessary for building the show infrastructure and organising the arrival of yachts, the organisers of the Singapore Yacht Show have decided to postpone the 10th Anniversary edition to April 2021.
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With the ever increasing burden of yacht administration and a growing demand for remote support, today sees the launch of Virtual Pursers, a bespoke shoreside purser service for yacht owners, captains and management companies.
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Shipyard MB92 Barcelona announces the reorganisation of its operations department to increase efficiency since the launch of the new 4,800T shiplift last year. It follows the departure of shipyard manager Miquel Lliteras, who is set to start a new professional adventure.
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Contest Yachts has announced that the newly launched 17-metre Contest 55CS has been nominated in the Luxury Cruiser section of the European Yacht of the Year 2021. The sailing trials take place in Kiel, Germany, and the winners are to be announced next January in Düsseldorf.
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MHG and VIKAND SOLUTIONS announced their partnership to bring VIKAND’s Health and Hygiene program to the yachting industry. This Health and Hygiene program consists of a 3-pronged approach to reduce and potentially eliminate the threat of COVID-19 on board.
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METSTRADE and RAI Amsterdam announce with great sadness that the 2020 edition of the Marine Equipment Trade Show, which was scheduled on 17-19 November in RAI Amsterdam, has been cancelled.
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The Italian Super Yacht Life Foundation (ISYL) has organised three new training courses through a joint initiative with NAVIGO, supported by shipyards based in Viareggio, to promote careers in the nautical sector.
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Yachting Partners International (YPI) is offering the world’s first eco-friendly day charter in the shape of the 10m Vita X ELECTRIX - a fully electric, high performance, luxury powerboat available on the Cote d'Azur.
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Following cancellation of the 2020 Cannes Yachting Festival by the organisers Reed Expositions France 'due to a prefectural dispensation not being granted', yesterday government official Bernard Gonzalez responded angrily in an interview with the local newspaper Nice Matin.
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Dynamiq is proud to present the renewed GTT 165, a 50m superyacht with modern technology and unique design at her core. Designed for those seeking ultimate relaxation, the GTT 165 has a chic Maldivian style interior using a neutral palette with natural woods and stone.
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On Friday 25th September - The Future for Superyachts, Business Jets and Luxury Property will provide a vital platform for information exchange and networking at a time when key annual events such as the Monaco Yacht Show, EBACE and MIPIM have been postponed.
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Nemesis Yachts debuts with their groundbreaking 332 feet (101 meters) futuristic hydrofoil catamaran design. The ‘NEMESIS ONE’ will be the World’s First Luxury Foiling Multihull, able to break the 50 knots speed barrier, while flying on computer controlled hydrofoils.
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To meet growing demand for pursers on board large yachts, IAMI GUEST have announced the launch of their fully accredited Purser Program to be delivered by three approved training providers: The Crew Academy, The Purser Trainer and The Yacht Purser.
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In response to the growing demand for digital technologies in the maritime sector, OpenC247.com launches a sophisticated new portal for nautical charts and publications, with no subscription or minimum contract term, and free updates and corrections.
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