Rolex Middle Sea Race 2012 kicks off today with a coastal race

A coastal race kicks off at this year’s Rolex Middle Sea Race today as preparation for the official start of the race, taking place this Saturday.

Esimit Europa 2 superyacht aiming to establish the benchmark time for the passage record Trieste to Valletta

Measuring 100 feet in LOA, the spectacular Esimit Europa 2 superyacht, one of the world’s fastest yachts, is currently aiming to achieve the benchmark time for the passage record Trieste to Valletta. The Medot Sailing Trophy is a very special prize, waiting for a winner.

Pendennis Cup Film

The full 11 minutes long Pendennis Cup film has been released by the respected UK manufacturer, Pendennis. The overall winners of this year’s regatta have become sailing yacht Mariette in Class 2 and luxury yacht Firebrand in Class 3.

Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez 2012 hosted luxury yachts equipped with Incidences Sails

Incidences Sails have equipped nearly 30 spectacular vessels, competing in this year’s Les Voiles de St Tropez. These include the luxury charter yacht Moonbeam IV or the Wally sailing yacht Genie.

Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race to start on 26 December, 2012

This year’s edition of the popular Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race will start on December 26. The last year’s event was marked by an exciting battle between sailing yacht Wild Oats XI and superyacht Investec Loyal.

Registrations for the 17th Superyacht Cup Palma now open

Taking place from June 19th to 22nd, the 2013 Superyacht Cup Palma will be attended by such beautiful J Class yachts as charter yacht Range, Velsheda, Rainbow, as well as Lionheart, in addition to megayacht Athos and Firefly.

J Class 2012 Regatta DVD now available

The J Class Supporters’ website has announced the availability of the J Class 2012 Regatta DVD “The Legend Lives 2012”. It costs £25.75 incl. and can be ordered on-line.

Dubois to support the 2013 NZ Millennium Cup

Dubois Naval Architects is one of the sponsors of the 2013 NZ Millennium Cup, as proudly announced by this respected design firm. Three of its designs will be competing in this popular race, including this year’s winner, the 34m superyacht Silvertip, the 40m luxury yacht Janice of Wyoming, as well as the 50m sailing yacht Ohana (G50).

The Bernetti Lombardini Cup 2012 Winner Esimit Europa 2 Superyacht

Following her huge success at the Giraglia Rolex Cup, the Monaco – Porto Cervo as well as the Palermo – Monte Carlo regattas, the magnificent 100ft luxury yacht Esimit Europa has reported yet another success – winning this year’s Bernetti Lombardini Cup.

Interior images of the 30m WallyCento superyacht HAMILTON

The outstanding 2012 superyacht Hamilton is the first WallyCento luxury vessel, launched by Wally Yachts this summer. Hamilton offers lovely accommodation to up to 8 guests in 3 beautiful cabins.

New Website Features Added by J Class Yachts Supporters

The J Class Supporters’ site now boasts a new design and additional features, such as the Fleet Tracker page. By clicking on this page, it is possible to follow the yacht’s track during a race, if the AIS tracker is activated.

A video of the SW 100 RS luxury yacht CAPE ARROW by Southern Wind Shipyard

The splendid 2011 superyacht Cape Arrow is constructed by Southern Wind Shipyard as its third SW 100 RS cruiser. She boasts naval architecture by renowned Farr Yacht Design.