Nominations for MDL’s Sail Training Awards are now officially open. The annual awards are designed to recognise, reward and challenge youngsters who have shown exceptional accomplishments and qualities that have inspired or supported others.
Shepards Wharf Marina, situated in Cowes on the UK´s Isle of Wight has agreed on the redevelopment of the Sugar Store warehouse, offering new workshop units and office space for local businesses as well as a new bar/restaurant.
Valencia´s Marina Real Juan Carlo I will host for the fifth time the 2012 Valencia Grand Prix, held in June 24. This spectacular marina is an important space for many local, national and international sailing and sport activities as well as other social events.
Panama Marina at Red Frog Beach is a new superyacht marina, providing unparalleled access to beautiful sandy beaches as well as resort amenities which includes two new restaurants, a large island activity lounge, small general store and yacht service to Bocas del Toro town.
The British Virgin Islands Port Authority has added megayacht berths for yachts up to 230 feet in length to the Road Town Cruise Ship pier, situated in Tortola, just outside the entrance to Village Cay. ISPS compliant, the two new slips are called Serenity Moorings.
New SF Marina recreational docks featuring natural wood decking are a part of the Lindhagen project in Stockholm’s Hornsbergs Strandpark, transforming an industrial site to a 1,200-residence, shop, restaurant and entertainment complex.
Oban Marina, situated in the Isle of Kerrera on the West Coast of Scotland has been recently purchased by new owners with effect from 9 February 2012.
Croatia´s first superyacht marina, Mandalina Marina, is ready to offer its 79 new berths to megayachts up to 140m (459´). They will be available for mooring from March 2012.
Sunseeker proudly presented their 30m motor yacht in the Yas Marina during the Emirates Airline Invitational charity pro-am golf event taken place at the Kyle Phillips designed Yas Links Golf Course in Abu Dhabi.
The 119´ expedition yacht Tara has arrrived at Dennis Conner’s North Cove, NYC where she will stay until February 12. For the past two and a half years, the Tara superyacht has been sailing around the world on a voyage of exploration.
James Watt Dock Marina, situated in Greenock, Scotland was opened in July 2011, currently offering 65 berths for yachts from 6m-24m (20ft-79ft). Its possible expansion is being taken into consideration, offering accommodation to yachts up to 92m.