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Among the yachts lined up for broker inspection at the MYBA Genoa Charter Yacht Show was Latiko, the 35 metre Benetti. Chief Officer Will Poynton, was our guide as we toured the yacht. As soon as we removed our shoes and stepped on board he made us feel at ease and relaxed offering us spectacular… Continue reading Interview with Chief Mate on Motor Yacht Latiko

HM King Harald of Norway skippers the RP78, Whisper to victory in The Yachting World Round Antigua RaceCredit: Paul Wyeth/pwpictures.com    Report by Louay Habib The 2013 Yachting World Round Antigua Race may have been a light airs affair but it was a highly competitive and tactically challenging race around the beautiful coastline of Antigua. Significant… Continue reading HM King Harald V of Norway wins in Antigua

The Marine Labour Convention (MLC) 2006  has been created to harmonise and revise existing seafarers’ regulations, to include comprehensive rights and protection at work for seafarers throughout the world. Now 2 super yacht crew recruitment agencies have been awarded full MLC 2006 accreditation by Lloyd’s Register.Both YPI Crew and Camper & Nicholsons Crew Placement are based in… Continue reading Crew Recruitment Agencies Awarded Lloyd’s Register MLC 2006 Accreditation

Who is she? 62m (203’4) motor yacht, RoMa Why is she special? She is offering a very special rate of €349,000 a week for the Monaco Grand Prix (15th – 26th May) and the glittering Cannes Film Festival (23rd – 26th May). She is available for a four-night minimum charter and offers the perfect platform… Continue reading RoMa available for Monaco Grand Prix and Cannes Film Festival

Who is she? Enjoy the spectacular views and electric atmosphere of the world-famous Monaco Grand Prix on board the 41.1m (134’10) motor yacht, Griffin, with a secured berth in zone 1 of Port Hercules. Why is she special?  Built in 2012 by Palmer Johnson, Griffinsuccessfully combines high performance with innovative design and luxurious accommodation.  She… Continue reading Griffin Available for Monaco Grand Prix

Who is she? Aladina
35m (114.9ft) Benetti Classic, launched in 2000 and refitted in 2010 Why is she special? She offers: 4 cabins including Master Cabin on the main deck An immaculate Zuretti interior. Spacious skylounge refitted in 2010 with 2 convertible sofa beds Extensive outdoor areas over three levels including sundeck with spa pool, Water sports equipment… Continue reading Aladina, a Perfect Family Yacht for Charter

Yacht Captain turned journalist Peter Boulton, lost his battle against cancer and died on 28th March 2013 his 77thbirthday.  He was being treated at the Cimiez Hospital in Nice having been diagnosed with the disease late last year. American by birth and nationality he had chosen to retire to the South of France.  Inspired by… Continue reading Yacht Captain Turned Journalist Dies of Cancer

History was made when five J Class yachts lined up for the J Class Race at St Barths Bucket 2013. Under sunny skies and average of 8kts breeze, five Js crossed the start line, the first time five boats have lined up together in the Caribbean. Ranger was first of the fleet to reach the… Continue reading J Class Yachts Race 5 Together

Naval architect Ed Beckett has joined the Technical Services division of super yacht specialist Burgess where his father Jonathan is CEO. Ed moves from Lloyd’s Register, where he initially completed a graduate programme covering topics such as ship structures, stability, load line and tonnage, fire and safety, and emergency response. This was followed by a… Continue reading Keeping it in the Family