Yachting News

Singapore Boat Show Postponed

Posted: 7th Feb 2020

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

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. Read More

Kawil Triumphs at New Zealand Millennium Cup

Posted: 3rd Feb 2020

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

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. Read More

Citizens Launch Initiative to ban Shark Fin Trade in Europe

Posted: 2nd Feb 2020

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

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. Read More

Kawil Leads on Day Two of the NZ Millennium Cup

Posted: 31st Jan 2020

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

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. Read More

End of VAT Lump Sum Reduction of Charters from France

Posted: 30th Jan 2020

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

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. Read More

Inmarsat Announces Record-breaking Sailor as New Yachting Ambassador

Posted: 27th Jan 2020

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

Inmarsat, the world leader in global, mobile satellite communications, has appointed record-breaking Australian sailor and adventurer Nick Moloney as its new Yachting Ambassador. Read More

ISWAN Fundraising Efforts for New Crew Wellbeing Portal

Posted: 24th Jan 2020

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

While a career aboard a superyacht is often portrayed as the dream job for the travel-hungry, no matter how glamorous a gleaming superyacht may seem, those in the yachting industry know that it’s not all sunshine and smooth sailing. Read More

The Development of the Charter Market in the Balearic Islands

Posted: 22nd Jan 2020

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

The Spanish Large Yacht Association (AEGY) has produced its sixth annual report on the state of the charter market in the Balearics, and reports are generally promising. Read More

Water Revolution Foundation Introduces Code of Conduct

Posted: 16th Jan 2020

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

What better way to kick off the decade of sustainability in yachting than aligning with the United Nations' international 2030 agenda for their Sustainable Development Goals? Water Revolution Foundation is proud to launch the very first industry-wide Code of Conduct. Read More

Acquera Yachting Purchases G&K Yachting

Posted: 29th Nov 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

Stefano Tositti, CEO of Acquera Yachting, has announced that the company has purchased Greek yacht agents G&K Yachting just three months after acquiring Spanish company Evolution Yacht Agents. Read More

SYTT Ranked in Top 100 of Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic Fast Track 100

Posted: 29th Nov 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

SYTT has been ranked 95th in the 23rd annual Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic Fast Track 100, which ranks Britain’s 100 small and medium-sized companies with the fastest-growing international sales over the latest two years. Read More

Inmarsat Launches GX5 Next Generation Satellite

Posted: 27th Nov 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

Inmarsat, the world leader in global, mobile satellite communications, has confirmed the successful launch of GX5, the fifth satellite in the world-leading Global Xpress (GX) fleet delivering Fleet Xpress high-speed maritime broad... Read More

METSTRADE 2019: Review

Posted: 22nd Nov 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

METSTRADE 2019 has once again raised the bar for what can be achieved at such an industry-leading B2B event. Running from 19th to 21st November, the show illustrated its renowned ability to catch the zeitgeist by zooming in on the... Read More

Made in Italy Boating to Debut at International Cruise and Yachting Festival

Posted: 21st Nov 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

Ferretti Group is more and more an ambassador of excellence, innovation and style for Made in Italy boating. From 17 to 20 November, the Group is attending the 2nd International Cruise and Yachting Festival, an event dedicated to ... Read More

Pershing Presents the TØ Project

Posted: 21st Nov 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

Pershing, the leading builder of Made in Italy sports yachts that has been designing, producing and selling open, coupé and sport-fly luxury motor yachts for over 30 years, has announced the launch of the TØ project, ushering in a... Read More

Registration Open for Premiere Sailing League Exhibition

Posted: 21st Nov 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

While a premature taste of winter blanketed much of the US in the past week, the Premiere Sailing League (PSL) was busy readying for the January 2020 debut of its Exhibition Series in Pensacola, Florida. Following a well-received ... Read More

OneOcean Highlights Advantages of ‘Pay as you Sail’ for Captains

Posted: 20th Nov 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

OneOcean, the recent merger of ChartCo and Marine Press, is highlighting to superyacht captains, navigation officers and management companies, the advantages of its Pay As You Sail (PAYS) digital solution system, that provides ins... Read More

Boat Builder Awards Winners Announced

Posted: 20th Nov 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

The Boat Builder Awards for Business Achievement, held in association with Raymarine, praised 36 shortlisted companies and named eight winners last night in a dramatic black and gold themed night within the amphitheatre of Amsterd... Read More

FLIR Showcases Latest Maritime Sensor Solutions at METS

Posted: 20th Nov 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

FLIR Systems will showcase its latest thermal and assisted docking technologies for the leisure marine market at the METSTRADE exhibition this week in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Read More

On the Agenda for e3

Posted: 19th Nov 2019

Written by: Roger Horner

From appearances at METSTRADE this week to the latest yacht to adopt Kymeta flat panels, here is the latest news coming from the superstar team at e3. Read More

Inmarsat Introduces Yachting and Passenger Portfolio at METSTRADE

Posted: 19th Nov 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

On its METSTRADE debut, Inmarsat, the world leader in mobile satellite communications, is introducing its unique capabilities to deliver reliable and flexible connectivity globally for superyachts and yachts with its new Yachting ... Read More

Inmarsat to Launch first of Eight New Satellites

Posted: 19th Nov 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

Inmarsat, the world leader in global, mobile satellite communications, begins an intensive four-year programme of satellite launches this week, expanding its Global Xpress (GX) network both in coverage and capacity. Read More

2019 DAME Award Winners Announced

Posted: 19th Nov 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

Birgit Schnaase, Chair of the Jury, presented the prestigious DAME Award 2019 at the commencement of the METSTRADE show this morning to the U SAFE self-propelled lifebuoy. Winners were named in all categories and 17 received Speci... Read More

Pip Hare Completes Transat Jacques Vabre

Posted: 18th Nov 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

Pip Hare and her teammate Ysbrand Endt have completed the Transat Jacques Vabre (TJV), finishing just minutes ahead of their closest rival. Pip’s boat Superbigou crossed the finish line at 17:26 UTC on 14th November, 10 minutes ah... Read More

Palma International Boat Show to Strengthen Positioning of the Islands

Posted: 14th Nov 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

The next edition of the Palma International Boat Show will have a forum to strengthen the positioning of the Balearic Islands as an international destination for refit and repair. The event will be possible thanks to an agreement ... Read More

Union Finds Nine in Ten Seafarers Fear Criminalisation

Posted: 14th Nov 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

Almost 90% of seafarers fear criminalisation at work, a new survey by maritime professionals union Nautilus International has found. A quarter of the 612 seafarers surveyed identified the issue as a truly global one, saying they d... Read More

Superyacht Arrested Following Maternity Pay Claim

Posted: 14th Nov 2019

Written by: Nautilus

A Nautilus member and master is seeking damages for her employer's non-payment of maternity entitlements and breach of contract. The Union is funding the case on behalf of the member, which has resulted in the UK-flagged superyach... Read More

YPY Monaco to Hold Yacht Sales Litigation Seminar

Posted: 13th Nov 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

Most of you are aware of the MYBA Sales contract and the steps from signature to completion, but how many of you know what may happen and what to do during a litigation on a sale? That’s what will be discussed at YPY Monaco’s next... Read More

Coppercoat Erosion Only 7% of Rival Products’ Rates

Posted: 13th Nov 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

Great news for the environment - Coppercoat has outperformed its rivals in a re-examination of anti-fouling test panels to determine the quantity of copper loss from different antifouling products to the environment. Read More

House Films Launches New Yachting Lifestyle Show in China

Posted: 12th Nov 2019

Written by: Naomi Chadderton

With a class of millionaires predicted to exceed 20 million by the mid-2020s and an average of two new billionaires coming online each month, on the surface China would appear ideally suited to become a leading superyacht market. ... Read More

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