Yachting News
With the start of the Mediterranean yachting season on the horizon, chief stews will be busy reviewing inventories and preparing lists to ensure each and every charter exceeds client expectations. When it comes to bed linen, towels and loungewear, look no further than The Linen Basket.
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In light of the developments in the international situation regarding the COVID-19 virus, the Management Board of the organizing company NAVIGO has decided for a postponement of YARE to 4-6 November 2020.
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The organisers of the China International Boat Show (CIBS) in Shanghai have announced new dates for this year’s event – a positive indication that China is beginning to recover from the recent coronavirus crisis.
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Award-winning Superyacht Tenders and Toys (SYTT) is celebrating being selected as the global dealer for the superyacht market of Avon Electric Jet Tenders, whose Avon eJET 450 is the world’s first electric jet tender that does not compromise on performance.
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Yanmar has announced the appointment of Taro Kitamura as the new President of Yanmar Marine International (YMI) and head of Yanmar’s Recreational Marine Business Unit. The company veteran will replace current YMI President Shiori Nagata, who has been promoted within Yanmar Holdings Co. Ltd.
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Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) has announced the postponement of the Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS) that was scheduled to take place next week to November 24-28, 2020. It was originally due to be held from March 10-14.
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Earning no less than four nominations at the 2020 Boat International Design & Innovations Awards this year, Vripack’s 28m LeVen 90 brought forward-thinking design home to Holland by winning the hotly contested award for Best New Series.
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Personal protective equipment is vital in reducing the risk of workers experiencing injuries, but it’s not always fit for purpose. Solent University is now calling on seafarers to complete a questionnaire to help explore experiences of using personal protective equipment on board ships.
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Famous for its exotic atolls, lush tropic jungle and gleaming white sands, the Maldives is a destination that is growing in popularity among luxury yacht visitors. Now, an exciting new marina has opened at the new Crossroads Maldives, a world-class lifestyle and leisure destination.
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The award-winning Superyacht Tenders and Toys (SYTT) is celebrating being selected as the global dealer for the superyacht market of US built Invincible Boats, which offers a range of outboard driven sports fishing models from 33 to 42 feet.Read More
Having enjoyed strong growth throughout the last decade, with exhibitor and visitor attendance figures consistently rising, the organisers of METSTRADE have announced ambitious plans for the 2020 edition and beyond. METSTRADE 2020 will take place from 17 to 19 November.
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The Regent Seven Seas Cruises Seven Seas Splendor™ sets a new standard as it sets sail this week from PortMiami. In addition to the highest standard of luxury available on the water, the vessel is also the first newbuild cruise vessel to be delivered from the shipyard by a female Master.Read More
Island Global Yachting (IGY Marinas) has just announced the continued expansion of its global marina destination network with the addition of St. Katharine Docks Marina (SKD Marina), London, England.
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When Jenny Matthews launched She of the Sea back in 2018, it was because she wanted to see the industry at its best. Now with support from all corners of the industry, Jenny and her business partner Natasha Ambrose have launched the yachting industry’s Gender Diversity initiative.
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Bilgin Yachts of Turkey is proud to announce the launch of the first hull of the 80 metre Bilgin 263 series, the largest yacht ever built by a Turkish shipyard so far, which will now be outfitted and ready for delivery in spring/summer of 2020.
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The Boat Works’ new superyacht yard has rolled out the blue carpet for visiting vessels and is now open for business. Over the past two weeks, the state-of-the-art new yard has already welcomed some of the region’s premium vessels over 30 metres for refit, repairs and maintenance.
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Stefano Tositti, CEO of Acquera Group, has announced today (20th February 2020) that the company has renamed the yachting division, which was previously called Acquera Yachting, to Evolution Yachting, and has launched a brand-new visual identity with immediate effect.
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CRN is the first shipyard in Italy to receive IMO Tier III certification for the CRN M/Y 137, a soon-to-be-delivered fully custom steel and aluminium 62- metre megayacht. This success is a well-earned reward for an industrial strategy firmly centred on sustainable development.
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Having organised the most successful METSTRADE to date last November, the show’s director Irene Dros has now chosen to seek a new challenge in her career. During her 18 years at the helm, METSTRADE has become globally recognised as the number one meeting point for the leisure marine industry.
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The award-winning Superyacht Tenders and Toys (SYTT) is celebrating being selected as the global dealer for the superyacht market of Taiga Orca electric watercraft, which boast an amazing 104kph top speed, a two-hour range and need zero maintenance making them ideal for superyachts.
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At the European Union (EU) Economic and Financial Affairs Council (ECOFIN) meeting in Brussels this morning, it was announced that the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) is now considered “white-listed” by the ECOFIN after receiving a largely compliant rating.
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Inmarsat, the world leader in global, mobile satellite communications, has today announced that it will bring its world-leading maritime, aviation and enterprise connectivity solutions to customers based in Saudi Arabia through new partner agreements.
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ACREW and IGY Marinas hosted the 5th anniversary of Caribbean Crewfest at IGY Yacht Haven Grande Marina in St Thomas last month – an event that was a full success with 18 superyachts represented throughout the four-day event.
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Hailing the dawn of a decade defined by innovation in the maritime sector, the 28th Dubai International Boat Show will drop anchor at its new Dubai Harbour home from 10th-14th March, buoyed by a striking display of superyachts.Read More
Intellian, the global leader of mobile satellite communication antenna systems, has received product approval from Inmarsat for the new GX100NX antenna following excellent results achieved during recent testing at Inmarsat’s facility in Norway.
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Due to fears surrounding the Coronavirus, the March edition of the Singapore Yacht Show is postponed from March until October with the exact dates to be confirmed, according to IBI News.
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The New Zealand Millennium Cup prize-giving marked the close of the regatta today on Royal Huisman race day, against the backdrop of a honey and peach sunset and the jubilation of brand new champions.
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Sea Shepherd and other NGOs have united with citizens from across Europe to demand the end of the shark fin trade in the European Union and increase the protection of these fragile species.
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There were no complaints about a delayed start due to lack of wind on day two of the NZ Millennium Cup. The local dolphin pod joined the fleet at the start, keeping crew entertained as they waited for the gun.
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An official French tax announcement published on 30th January 2020 by the French Tax Authority has defined the new VAT rules applicable to charter contracts starting from France.
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