Yachting News
Since METSTRADE in Amsterdam was cancelled this year, the show organisers are proud to announce ‘METSTRADE Connect’, a virtual event for industry professionals on 10 December 2020 focusing on innovation and sustainability within the marine industry.
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The world’s first electric powerboat championship was launched at the Monaco Yacht Club, with plans for a global series on seas and lakes that will drive forward the electric revolution in the marine environment.
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MB92, a world-leading group of superyacht refit shipyards, and Quantum Marine Stabilizers, an industry leader in stabiliser system design and manufacturing, today announced the opening of their second European service centre within the MB92 Barcelona Facilities.
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Royal Huisman has unveiled the world’s largest sloop – the APEX 805. This is undoubtedly the most ambitious and inspiring concept yet to be developed in an exclusive relationship between the two parties.
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Yacht Club de Monaco and Credit Suisse have announced the launch of the Superyacht Eco Association Index to measure the environmental impact of yacht design and use, which will evolve over time into a global industry standard.
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Metal Shark Yachts has announced the new Metal Shark M48, Magnet, which is the first build in the company’s portfolio of high-speed, long range catamaran expedition yachts. The new lineup also include the M30 and M70.
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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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