In a market full of concepts and new-builds that can at times be described as “style over substance” comes a refreshing and seriously no-nonsense range of yachts that are uncompromisingly safe and comfortable. Conceived by Simon Billington who spent over two years developing this concept, the all new range of discovery motor yachts is to… Continue reading Exciting Option for New Long Distance Motor Cruising Yachts
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Pirates Turn out to be Eritrean Border Guards
Yesterday in the Red Sea Eleven armed attackers boarded the 1978 built roll on roll of cargo vessel Marzooqah flying the flag of Togo. The Captain of a crew that include nationals from India Egypt and Syria reported that five of the invading force remained on board and that his vessel was bound for the Somali coast. The UK… Continue reading Pirates Turn out to be Eritrean Border Guards
Redesigned LightHouse II User Interface for Raymarine Multifunction Displays
Making its UK debut at the 2014 London Boat Show, which begins this Saturday, will be Raymarine’s latest LightHouse User Interface. It is the ninth release of Raymarine’s successful multifunction display (MFD) user interface, and has been completely redesigned to give Equipment owners a simpler, more user-friendly experience with welcome new features. The new version… Continue reading Redesigned LightHouse II User Interface for Raymarine Multifunction Displays
Eddie Jordans New Sunseeker’s Yacht Enters Testing Phase
With the majority of the build now complete at their facility in Poole Dorset Sunseeker’s largest ever yacht the 155 is nearing completion The eagerly anticipated superyacht has already undergone rigorous testing ashore and the company is preparing to launch her into the water in January. Commissioned by Formula 1’s Eddie Jordan, the company’s new… Continue reading Eddie Jordans New Sunseeker’s Yacht Enters Testing Phase
Honest Brokers Forced into Oblivion by Officialdom
For over a decade a husband and wife team have managed a fleet of sailing yachts in the Mediterranean offering them for charter. Calling their company Dream Sailing, Michelle and Alan began with just one yacht and built up a fleet by working honestly with the yachts owners and chartering them out to guests who… Continue reading Honest Brokers Forced into Oblivion by Officialdom
Super Yacht Sales Stumble Despite Healthy Stock Market
Robert Frank a CNBC Reporter and Editor of note believes that when stock prices rise, so do yacht sales. At least, he says, “They used to!” In a recent article for CNBC Frank reported: “Since World War II, there has been a fairly reliable correlation between the stock market and yacht sales. When share prices rise,… Continue reading Super Yacht Sales Stumble Despite Healthy Stock Market
Superyacht Liberty joins Northrop & Johnson Fleet
Who is she? Liberty 163’ (49.95m) ISA built in 2011 Why is she special? Created to meet the very specific requirements of her discerning owners. Sleek, dark grey hull and dynamic lines Fully stabilized and capable of speeds in excess of 15 knots Comfortable, fast and remarkably fuel efficient. Resolutely contemporary, the interior décor is… Continue reading Superyacht Liberty joins Northrop & Johnson Fleet
Yacht Designer Strikes Out in His Own Name in Time for Monaco Yacht Show
With over 500 metres of super yacht currently in build designer Steve Gresham has chosen now to stop working for other top design names and strike out on his own. He will be at the Monaco Yacht Show for talks with owners about new projects. Working alongside interior designers and decorators, providing a full design… Continue reading Yacht Designer Strikes Out in His Own Name in Time for Monaco Yacht Show
PYA to lead the GUEST Panel at the Monaco Yacht Show
Image: crewfinders.com Interior Yacht Crew are on the front line with Owners and Guests and yet sadly they receive the least training in the industry. Hopefully all this is shortly about to change. The PYA has been working hard in the last couple of years to firstly understand what it is that interior crew on board… Continue reading PYA to lead the GUEST Panel at the Monaco Yacht Show
Arkin Pruva Yachts Launched Classic Sloop Tempus Fugit
Reflecting the era of classic yacht sailing and inspired by sloop rigged J-Class Rob Humphreys designed the Tempus Class. Tempus Fugitthe first of the series has just been launched by Arkin Pruva Yachts in Antalya Turkey. The 27 metre yachts has been built by a team of highly skilled professionals using could moulded wood/ epoxy.… Continue reading Arkin Pruva Yachts Launched Classic Sloop Tempus Fugit