Yachting Associations

Final racing calendar for 2014 season confirmed by Wally Class

The Wally Class has unveiled the final racing calendar for the 2014 season, including four of the world’s most important regattas, running in the lovely summer yacht charter destination – the Mediterranean.

Dubai Boat Show 2014 to once again feature Australian Pavilion organised by AIMEX

Victorian marine manufacturers will once again have strong representation at the next month’s Dubai International Boat Show through their presence in the Australian Pavilion, organised by the Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX). The event will run from March 4 to 8, 2014.

The biggest ever Monaco Yacht Show 2014 to feature 118 superyachts

An amazing number of 118 superyachts will be displayed at this year’s 24th edition of the biggest ever Monaco Yacht Show, set to take place at Port Hercules from September 24 to 27.

ICOMIA World Marinas Conference 2014: Discounted ‘early bird’ registration

Discounted ‘early bird’ registration for the ICOMIA World Marinas Conference 2014 has been announced. The event will run in Istanbul from June 2 to 4.

New appointments for AIMEX team

The resignation of Victoria Smith has been announced by AIMEX CEO, MaryAnne Edwards. Susie Hill will take over from Victoria as Operations Manager.

The Inn at English Harbour to award prize for RORC Caribbean 600 Yacht Race

The Inn at English Harbour will once again award a prize to the overall winner of the RORC Caribbean 600 on corrected time in IRC One, Two or Three. The last year’s prize went to the Briand 76 luxury yacht Lilla.

This year’s RORC Caribbean 600 Yacht Race to kick off on February 24

The eagerly awaited RORC Caribbean 600 will start on Monday, February 24, 2014, hosting a record number of 65 yachts. The largest vessel to compete will be the 203ft mega yacht ATHOS, designed by Hoek.

Rolex Swan Cup 2014, September 8 – 14

To be once again hosted by the enchanting Italy yacht charter location – Sardinia’s Porto Cervo, this year’s 18th edition of Rolex Swan Cup will be held from September 8 to 14. The event is expected to host over 100 yachts from more than 20 nations.

SYBAss Pavilion at Dubai Boat Show 2014 to reinforce UAE’s status as a hub for superyachts

The Dubai International Boat Show offers lucrative platform for superyacht builders as Middle East is firmly established as a leading global superyacht destination. The event will once again feature the Superyacht Builders Association (SYBAss) Pavilion.

Gold Anchor Accreditation for Gladstone Marina

Gladstone Marina, positioned in Australia’s Queenslands, has been awarded the Gold Anchor accreditation, managed by the Marina Industries Association (MIA).

A record number of Superyacht Captains in Raja Ampat area in Indonesia

Boasting one of the world’s most fascinating marine areas, stunning sea and land scenes, the Indonesia yacht charter destination – Raja Ampat has been visited by a record number of Superyacht Captains in the last six month, as stated by Richard Lofthouse and Jimmy Blee from Asia Pacific Superyachts.

Yacht & Brokerage Show’s Superyacht Miami Expansion announced by Show Management

The Island Gardens Deep Harbour Marina will be the future venue of the ‘Superyacht Miami’ at the annual Yacht & Brokerage Show event. It will be a showcase of the largest superyachts measuring over 150 feet in length.