Sunseeker International has announced the formation of Sunseeker Yachts Spain SL trading as Sunseeker Spain. The newly formed dedicated Sunseeker team will now be providing sales and service to Sunseeker owners of all nationalities throughout Spain, Portugal, Angola and Andorra.
Current fleet leader of the 2012 Rolex China Sea Race, Geoff Hill’s sailing yacht Genuine Risk, is currently (1700 hrs UTC +8) 106.9nm from the finish and is expected to arrive in Subic Bay around 0038 this evening.
Italian yachtsman, Flavio Zamboni, will race at the Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race as interim skipper of Edinburgh Inspiring Capital. Flavio, a 38-year-old yachtsman, who was born in Venice and lives in Southampton, UK, has a competitive racing background.
The superyacht transportation firm, PSP, is transporting important sailing equipment, including sails and cradles, from Cowes to Gosport on behalf of Toe in the Water, a volunteer-based charity which re-inspires profoundly injured servicemen and women through competitive sailing as part of their rehabilitation.
Nautor’s Swan is currently attending the Hainan Rendez-Vous in Hainan, China, where its representatives will be available to discuss and provide information on the current Swan Line yachts as well as the latest developments at the yard.
Marina Ibiza has published a leaflet containing tips on caring for the ecology of Ibiza and Formentera, strengthening its reputation as one of the most environmentally aware marinas.
The Antibes Yacht Show is the only event for superyacht brokerage, charter and refits held in the Mediterranean during spring. New events this year include Yacht Hop Day, where brokers will exhibit their yachts in a fun and entertaining way to fellow brokers in the Show’s Bastion St Jaume marquee.
Russell Coutts, CEO of the current America’s Cup champions ORACLE Racing-Team USA will be attending the Hainan Rendez-Vous, held from 6 to 8 April, 2012 in Sanya, China as a VIP guest and will be a special guest of honor of China Team.
Northern Cyprus-based superyacht marina, Karpaz Gate Marina has launched a number of extraordinary promotional offers for the 2012 season. New customers can take advantage of half price mooring fees on contracts of six months or more, plus a 35% discount on hauling out and launching services, including one month’s free hard standing and pressure wash cleaning.
Bellingham Marine (BMI) and C.M. Ferrer S.A. announced that they have entered into an exclusive licensing agreement for the countries of Spain, France, Portugal as well as Italy. The agreement reflects Bellingham’s commitment to grow its international operations.
Lloyd´s Register offers one-day courses dedicated to superintendents, flag and port-state surveyors as well as related marine engineers.