Yacht Industry News

Riviera celebrates 30 years of yacht building

Riviera, Australia’s most awarded pleasure boat builder has marked yet another major milestone celebrating its 30 year anniversary by releasing a limited edition commemorative poster.
The A1 size gloss and foiled full colour poster features 70 different models built over the 30 year period between 1980 and 2010 reflecting Riviera’s philosophy of constant innovation and integrity.

World Superyacht Awards 2011 Finalists

100 superyacht nominations have been whittled down to an outstanding list of 62 World Superyacht Awards 2011 Finalists who are in contention to receive a coveted Neptune Trophy. An independent jury comprised of 14 superyacht owners will meet in March at Porto Montenegro, located at Tivat in the picturesque Bay of Kotor, to decide which yachts will receive a prized Neptune Award in 2011.

Garmin® to Outfit Fluid Motion’s Ranger Tugs, Trawlers and Cutwater Boats

Fluid Motion, designers and builders of Ranger Tugs, has announced that Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, will be the exclusive electronics supplier to outfit their full line of cruising tugs, including the new Cutwater Boats—an innovative line of trailerable pilothouse cruisers. This new OEM partnership is being announced in advance of the Seattle Boat Show, where the first Cutwater Boats will debut.

Rolex U.S. and Caribbean Sailing Events 2011

Rolex have issued a Calendar Announcement for 2011 detailing the dates and locations of the Rolex U.S. and Caribbean Sailing Events during 2011.

Overmarine Shipyard launches 6th Mangusta Open 165’ motor yacht

On Tuesday January the 10th 2010, the Mangusta open 165’ construction number 6 was launched. The Mangusta Open 165’ represents the maximum expression of the nautical technology combining high performances to use’s flexibility and comfort for the Owner. The 6th Mangusta Open 165’, features interiors conceived and designed by Overmarine Shipyard’s technical and décor department, on Customer requirements and inputs.

Perini Navi Group’s New Website

Online starting from today you will find the new Perini Navi Group website with all-new graphic design, an extremely intuitive and user-friendly structure, new sections and new content, all created using the most innovative technology. The website features Perini Navi Group’s two distinct brands, Perini Navi and her sailing yachts and Picchiotti and her motor yachts.

PARADIGM 180 motor yacht design by Pama Architetti Design

The Paradigm 180 superyacht design by Pama Architetti Design is a 60m environment friendly motor yacht design. Both inside and out, Pama Design has attempted to eliminate the physical barriers that define spaces and functional areas.

Swiss Catamaran Concept S2C 55 Catamaran at the Boot Dusseldorf 2011

Swiss Catamaran Concept produces offshore cruising catamarans for the most discerning of clients, and the S2C 55 catamaran has been specifically designed with blue-water cruising in mind. The S2C 55 is a cat with exceptional boat-handling and the standard package comes with a comprehensive range of extras required for long passages.

Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2011: Maxi saiing yacht Condor is first entry

The famous maxi sailing yacht Condor, a two-time winner of line honours in the Sydney-Hobart race, is the first entry for Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2011.

Countdown to the 31st St. Maarten Heineken Regatta

Sailors of all stripes, from near and far, are making plans to congregate on the blue waters of the Caribbean for the 31st edition of the largest, best, most unique sailing event in the islands: the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta. The traditional kick-off to the racing season, including the Gill Commodores Cup—the one-day match racing series prior to the three-day St. Maarten Heineken Regatta—is scheduled for March 3-6.

Frommer’s names Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas amongst Best Cruise Ships of 2011

Royal Caribbean International’s Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas have been named on Frommer’s Best Cruise Ships of 2011 list. In particular, the market leader in travel guides and a branded imprint of Wiley Publishing, Inc. cited Allure of the Seas as the newest and most groundbreaking ship with “undoubtedly the best entertainment ship at sea, with truly exceptional programming for both adults and kids.”

Riviera exhibits 5000 Sport Yacht at the Boot Dusseldorf 2011

Riviera, Australia’s most awarded pleasure boat builder will for the first time showcase its spectacular new 5000 Sport Yacht at the boot Dusseldorf 42nd International Boat Show held this weekend.

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