Is the super yacht industry set to enter into 2013 on the crest of a wave, after a somewhat tumultuous year of economic instability? There are some who think that is to be the case European shipyards orders are thriving, due to the poor performance of the Euro on international markets. The deflated currency has… Continue reading Superyacht industry ready to surge into 2013
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Get GPS on iPad and iPhone at Sea Anywhere in the World
Cellular telephones are designed for use on land and that means frequently services are unavailable to those cruising off shore. There simply are not enough cellular signal masts out at sea. This is a pity for those who would like to use a positioning device to drive chart plotting devices on their iPads or iPhones… Continue reading Get GPS on iPad and iPhone at Sea Anywhere in the World
Calendar of Events 2012
YARE Yacht Repair and refit Exhibition, Viareggio – 26th – 29th April MYBA Charter Yacht Show, Genoa – 30th April – 4th May Antigua Race Week 28th April – 4th May Boat International Superyacht Awards, Istanbul – 5th May Festival De Cannes – 16th – 27th May American Superyacht Forum, Fort Lauderdale – 21st –… Continue reading Calendar of Events 2012
Fuel Additive – Costs a Bomb – Saves a Fortune
“Be very careful where you store that thing,” said the Captain to the Chief Engineer pointing to the blue, plastic, two and half gallon jerry can, “and make sure you don’t spill any of it while your throwing it into the fuel tank. That stuff costs $550 a gallon.” he added.“Five fifty a gallon! What… Continue reading Fuel Additive – Costs a Bomb – Saves a Fortune
Protect Guests from the Harmful Sun Electronically
A brand new and rather innovative UV-IQ UV Monitor is to be unveiled at this years METS 2011. This device from Scanstrut Ltd will help Captains manage the UV exposure experienced by superyacht passengers and avoid accidental sunburn so they can enjoy their onboard activities to the fullest. Providing real-time monitoring and bold visual reports… Continue reading Protect Guests from the Harmful Sun Electronically
Rope That Glows in the Dark
Here is a new product that could find multiple uses on board a superyacht. Using unique glow-in-the-dark technology it is now possible to coat ropes so that they glow in the dark. A world first, is called Rope Cote and comes from Woolube Europe Ltd., who claim it is not only unique, but is also… Continue reading Rope That Glows in the Dark
Another New Product Launch from Fastmount
The second an all new product to be launched at METS by Fastmount is the PS-150E PanelSafe Easyfit Restraint System. Ideal for use in fire egress areas and to assist in maintenance access behind large panels, Fastmount has expanded their range of panel restraint systems with the new PanelSafe Easy fit System which reduces the… Continue reading Another New Product Launch from Fastmount
Wireless Safety System for Superyacht Tenders
Safety products manufacturer Autotether will feature its Wireless Lanyard System at METS (Marine Equipment Trade Show) 2010, November 16-18 at the Amsterdam RAI (Sea Tech & Fun Europe Stand 4.528). Unlike traditional lanyards that come standard with superyacht tenders and require the skipper to be tethered to the boat, the patented Autotether is an easy-to-install,… Continue reading Wireless Safety System for Superyacht Tenders
New Passenger Yacht Code Will Open up Yachting to MN Officers
A meeting was organised recently, by the PYA and sponsored by the training schools: Bluewater and Hoylake Sailing School It addressed the concerns of superyacht crews in Antibes during which Captain Roger Towner, Registrar General of Shipping and Seamen for the UK, was emphatic that the MCA is not going to accept the current Master… Continue reading New Passenger Yacht Code Will Open up Yachting to MN Officers
Free Train Tickets from the Airport
We just received an email from METS, the Marine Equipment Trade Show at Amsterdam RAI. The exhibition centre is offering a free NS single return ticket between Schiphol Station and Amsterdam RAI Station. It is also offering visitors a single NS [Dutch Railways] return ticket for only € 9.50, valid from any train station in… Continue reading Free Train Tickets from the Airport