The PR company, Sand People Communication, has proudly announced the new additions to their team, as well as the new website and logo. The company has been operating from Switzerland since February 2014.
The impressive 68m Abeking & Rasmussen super yacht AVIVA (ex Aviva III) is currently in the Rybovich shipyard for a major refit. Next month will see her become the largest yacht to be wrapped in the new high tech Färben marine foils and films by Wild Group International.
The SEATEC 2015 will run from February 4 to 6. The event is the international trade fair for professional operators, who can find the best of what companies in the marine and shipbuilding industries have to offer with a unique quality.
Turkish shipyard, Metur Yachts, is currently working on the construction of the 75-foot sailing yacht La Nina, due to be delivered next year. This beautiful sloop has been superbly penned by bespoke Hoek Design.
Designed by Scott Henderson, the lovely PECONIC 43 super yacht tender concept has been shortlisted for the International Yacht & Aviation Award 2015, in the ‘Yacht Concept up to 40 metres’ category.
A video showing the prestigious Dutch manufacturer, Heesen Yachts, at the 2014 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS). During the event, the 65m Heesen superyacht Galactica Star (Project Omnia, YN 16465) received the 2014 ISS Design Award in the ‘Best in Design 65+’ category.
Front Street Shipyard in Belfast, Maine, has contracted Bacchus Yacht Consultancy of Palm Beach, Florida, to source and sell superyacht refit work for the yard. The company is currently in the final stages of two extensive refits: a 124-foot Palmer Johnson pilothouse ketch and a 155-foot Bruce King-designed cold-molded sloop.
Sir Richard Branson was honoured with the VSY – sponsored Philanthropist of the Year Award at the 2014 Spear’s Wealth Management Awards. The prize recognizes his special contribution to philanthropy, his great vision and innovation.
Ferretti Custom Line has proudly presented their all-new super yacht Custom Line 108’. Characterised by elegance, style and a sporty character, this new project innovates the planing line, making the brand take another extraordinary step forward.
The impressive 141m mega yacht YAS (ex Swift 141) is currently undergoing sea trials off the coast of the beautiful Abu Dhabi yacht holiday destination, positioned in the Middle East. This striking vessel was built by ADM Shipyards to a design by Pierrejean Design in 2011.
Sky Yachting – Maestro Ltd. has been appointed by Fipa Group as their new official representative for Turkey and Azerbaijan. This new partnership was recently celebrated with a VIP event, hosted by Philippe Starck’s YOOISTANBUL.