Yacht Events & Boat Shows

Revamped Genoa Boat Show 2013 a Huge Success

Attended by about 150,000 visitors, the recently concluded revamped 53rd edition of the Genoa International Boat Show was a great success. The event hosted 750 exhibitors and 1,000 boats.

Arimar extends its yacht tender range with three new lines

Italian luxury yacht builder, Arimar, has proudly introduced three new line of fiberglass tenders as well as PVC inflatables: the Prestige, Confort, as well as Advantage. The company has also participated in this year’s Genoa Boat Show, showcasing their 1,85-metre Roll 185 yacht tender.

A very successful MDL charity auction at PSP Southampton Boat Show 2013

MDL charity auction for the Ocean Youth Trust South has been a great success at this year’s PSP Southampton Boat Show. The company has raised an impressive £51,180.

“Barchino d’Oro” award for longstanding exhibitors at Genoa Boat Show 2013

During the recently concluded Genoa Boat Show 2013, the most loyal exhibitors have been honoured with the “Barchino d’Oro” award and luxury motor yacht Azimut 80 has been recognized as the “the most functional yacht in the 24 – 50 metre category” by the 2013 World Yachts Trophy expert jury.

CARB Approval for Gibbs Sports Amphibians

The currently running International Jet Sport Boating Association (IJSBA) 2013 Hot Products World Finals saw Gibbs Sports Amphibians announce that it has received approval from California Air Resources Board (CARB). This permits the Gibbs superyacht toy QUADSKI to be sold in California.

Gibbs Sports Amphibians superyacht toy QUADSKI to be displayed at AIMEXspo

Set to take place in Orlando, Florida, USA, from October 16 to 20, 2013, the world’s first American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) will feature the Gibbs Sports Amphibians superyacht toy QUADSKI – the world’s first personal sports amphibian, which operates at 45 mph on both land and water.

Captains’ Forum organised by Yacht Club de Monaco during the Monaco Yacht Show 2013

The prestigious Yacht Club de Monaco has been hosting one of its Captains’ Forums during this year’s Monaco Yacht Show. The event, destined for superyacht captains, consisted of two debates: ‘VAT for Charters: a headache for the professionals’ and ‘Protecting cetacean species in the Mediterranean’.

Official opening of the 53rd edition of the Genoa International Boat Show

This year’s 53rd edition of the Genoa International Boat Show was officially opened on Wendesday, October 2. Set to last until Sunday, October 6, the event is hosting 1000 boats, including more than 100 new crafts.

Ferretti Group attending Genoa Boat Show 2013 with 11 yachts on display

The currently running Genoa Boat Show 2013 is hosting 11 luxury yachts, being displayed by the Ferretti Group. The largest vessel on show is the impressive 80-metre CRN 129 superyacht Chopi Chopi.

ISS celebrating 23nd Anniversary of the International Awards for Design & Leadership

This year marks the 23nd anniversary of the International Superyacht Society (ISS) Awards for Design & Leadership. The “Blue Rendezvous” themed gala event will be held at DCOTA (Design Center of the Americas) to kick off the Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show on the new evening of Wednesday 30th October 2013.

McConaghy luxury yacht ADASTRA to be displayed at Yacht CN 2013

The beautiful 2012 superyacht Adastra by McConaghy Boats will be exhibited at this month’s Yacht CN 2013 – Nansha Bay International Boat Show. This breath-taking trimaran features deluxe accommodation for up to 9 guests.

Superyacht UK celebrates its 10th anniversary at MYS 2013

The recently concluded Monaco Yacht Show saw the Superyacht UK (SYUK) celebrate a decade of promoting the UK superyacht industry.