Yachting News
The Eurogroup meeting has failed to reach agreement on a co-ordinated policy response to Covid-19. They will meet again tomorrow, 9th April, for further discussions. The euro weakened on the news, and EUR/USD fell back after yesterday’s rally, trading around 1.0850.
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The current lockdown measures in multiple yachting locations have meant that many crew now find themselves in a position where their careers are on hold. However, this doesn’t necessarily need to be the case.
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British Marine will be hosting a series of webinars, starting this Thursday 9th April with Covid-19: Industry Briefing and Q&A. These sessions have been designed to bring members up to speed on the very latest COVID-19 news, advice and industry best practices.
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The Republic of the Marshall Islands has been recognised on the United States Coast Guard’s QUALSHIP 21 roster for the period 1 July 2020-30 June 2021, as reported in the recently published USCG 2019 Annual Report.
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COVID-19 has changed the world in many ways however in times like these, there is still the need to get your yacht home. DYT is still committed to offering the best service and support to make this happen, with a number of available sailings in the coming weeks.
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Given the global Coronavirus situation, it’s vital to ensure we are kept up-to-date with the current affairs of various sectors of the industry. Yachting expert Hein Velema hosted a discussion alongside a panel of industry insiders.
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The provisions of the BOFIP as of 29 January 2020, which put an end to the flat-rate VAT reduction system, has been cancelled this morning by a new BOFIP ref 30 March 2020, which allows the flat-rate reduction, applicable under the former BOFIP, to apply after 31 March 2020.
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While all Save the Med's field activities are cancelled due to the COVID-19 outbreak, its team are developing digital resources and live lessons inspired by the ocean to share with all who would like to learn more and act for its protection during and beyond times like these.
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With New Zealand now in total lockdown, the country’s entire marine industry has ceased operations until possibly the end of April. The NZ Coastguard has also requested that Kiwis do not go boating.
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Due to the implications of the global coronavirus (Covid-19) emergency, which currently sees Italy seriously affected, the regattas organised by the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda scheduled for the months of May and June have been cancelled.
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Denison Yachting has announced the launch of "A Boat Show From Your Couch," a friendly and safe way to experience a boat show in a time of social distancing. Denison has long been a leader in the yachting industry with a rich family history dating back to 1948.
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The Hong Kong Cruise & Yacht Industry Association and Verventia Pte Ltd, organiser of Singapore and Thailand Yacht Shows (SYS and TYS), have confirmed the launch of a new jointly-organised Hong Kong Yacht Show at the International Cruise and Yachting Festival (Hong Kong) 2020.
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The Singapore Yacht Show has announced that the 10th anniversary edition of Asia’s most important boat show will take place on 15 - 18 October 2020 in the completely re-designed and rejuvenated ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove.
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Looking for something to watch at home during lockdown? To keep you inspired during these difficult circumstances, Sea Shepherd has put together a list of nine of its ocean conservation films that you can stream online and watch now.
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The Republic of the Marshall Islands, one of the world’s largest maritime registries, encourages countries to recognise and protect seafarers as key transport workers amid restrictions around the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) pandemic.
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Following a recent poll on social media, it appears that the majority of The Crew Coach community are in self-isolation/quarantine and are very concerned about their futures and for their family back home.
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Faced with the intensity of the health crisis we are currently experiencing, the authorities of French Polynesia have decided to suspend access to the territory for all non-residents of French Polynesia.
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Held in partnership with Blue Marine Foundation, one of the UK’s leading ocean conservation charities, the Ocean Awards recognises and rewards those that share our commitment to fixing the largest solvable problem on the planet – the crisis in our oceans.
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The 32nd edition of the MYBA Charter Show, due to be held at Marina Port Vell in April, has been cancelled.
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Organisers of the Palm Beach International Boat Show and Superyacht Show Palm Beach, scheduled to run March 26 – 29, have postponed the event indefinitely due to health concerns, with no further information available yet.
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In an effort to keep the industry up-to-date on the impact of COVID-19 on marine businesses and events throughout the world, OnboardOnline will be bringing you a concise digest of announcements by region as they are announced.
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Dutch yachtbuilder Van der Valk has announced a cooperation with Italian yacht design company Hot Lab to create two sumptuous styles for the new Van der Valk Pilot series that will ensure a superlative level of interior comfort for these contemporary explorer superyachts.
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As a result of the European Commission’s action against the simplified VAT structures on short-term yacht charter adopted by countries such as Italy, France, Malta and Cyprus, this year’s Mediterranean charters will face some radical VAT changes.
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Yanmar Marine International has signed a new partnership with boating insurance and financing specialist April Marine to offer affordable payment options to leisure customers buying Yanmar engines in France.
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The leading experts in 7-star hospitality training for superyacht crew continue to cement their reputation for supplying the most comprehensive service and leadership development courses in the industry by accrediting three more trainers under the prestigious GUEST Program.
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Rivergate Marina & Shipyard, the premier facility in south-east Queensland, has congratulated the Queensland state government for its foresight and investment in the Australian superyacht infrastructure.
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Evolution Yachting has announced that the company has taken the next step in its global expansion programme with the opening of new offices in four new countries: Albania, Croatia, Sardinia and Turkey. The openings will see the head count rise to 130 employees working across the organisation.
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Some of the most well-known names in superyacht racing will head south for the 2021 New Zealand Millennium Cup, it’s been announced today (March 11). Frequent competitors will join regular entries Silvertip, Tawera, Sassafras and Janice of Wyoming as they race in the world’s southernmost regatta. Read More
Inmarsat’s Fleet Xpress, the world’s leading maritime broadband service, has once more been chosen to provide the connectivity backbone enabling images captured by the deep ocean research institute Nekton from the floor of the Indian Ocean to be transmitted to audiences worldwide.
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Each year the World Superyacht Awards recognise the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the most remarkable luxury yachts from across the globe. Now in its 15th edition, this year’s nominees represent the biggest and best yachts out on the seas.
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