Independent research has been recently carried out for the Marina Industry Association (MIA). It has highlighted the benefits of Australian luxury yacht marinas.
The very first Solar1 Monte-Carlo Cup 2014, hosted by the glamorous Mediterranean yacht holiday destination – Monaco, has come to its end. The successful inaugural event also hosted the giant 30m catamaran PlanetSolar, representing the largest solar-powered boat in the world.
The all-new Frauscher 747 Mirage superyacht tender will be officially presented at the upcoming Cannes and Genoa Boat Shows. This superb boat can achieve an amazing top speed of almost 60 knots.
Bob Oatley’s 30-metre supermaxi yacht Wild Oats XI will be attending the next month’s Audi Hamilton Island Race Week, boasting a new, more streamlined bow. The popular Australian regatta will kick off on August 16, 2014.
Italian shipyard, Rossinavi, has proudly revealed their new 44m explorer yacht Poseidon concept, beautifully designed by Team For Design – Enrico Gobbi. This superb vessel can comfortably sleep its guests in 4 deluxe cabins.
The new Mangusta 165 super yacht PUMPKIN (Hull #9) has been launched and handed over to her new Owner by the Overmarine Group from Italy. She has been superbly penned by bespoke Stefano Righini.
The inaugural Panama International Boat Show, recently hosted by Flamenco Marina, a fantastic Panama yacht holiday destination, was a great success. The event hosted a total number of 53 boats and 58 exhibitors.
Photos of the beautiful J Class charter yacht Shamrock V from her participation in the 2014 Argentario Sailing Week. This outstanding classic vessel has been beautifully refitted by Dykstra Naval Architects.
Gulf Craft has released the additional images of the luxury expedition yacht Gulf 75 Exp, a sister ship to superyacht Gulf 95 Exp in the Gulf Collection series. This robust and elegant explorer was launched during the 2013 Dubai Boat Show.
Classic sailing yacht Amadour has won this year’s Trophée Bailli de Suffren, as well as the “Sword of Admiral Satan”. Second place went to the last year’s winner – luxury yacht Lelantina.
Golfito Marina Village & Resort, nestled in the Central America yacht rental location – Costa Rica, has recently broken ground and begun construction as town of Golfito celebrates its 65th Anniversary.
The all-new ‘Super Made in Italy’ area dedicated to superyachts will be part of the upcoming Genoa Boat Show, running from October 1 to 6, 2014.