Yachting Associations

The first Oyster 100 luxury yacht SARAFIN by Dubois among ISS Awards finalists

The spectacular, 31-metre luxury sailing yacht Sarafin has been nominated for this year’s ISS Awards. Designed by Dubois Naval Architects, the first Oyster 100 sloop provides elegant and comfortable accommodation to up to 8 guests.

A short history of METS celebrating its 25th anniversary

Taking place from November 13 to 15, the 2012 METS incorporating the Superyacht Pavilion celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. This prominent event grows larger year after year, hosting always higher number of exhibitors as well as visitors.

New online Australian Exporter magazine launched by AIMEX

Released today, the new AIMEX online Australian Exporter magazine brings a 36 page update of the Australian marine export industry. Its printed version will be available at The Australian Pavilion at Monaco Yacht Show, Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show as well as METS (Marine Equipment Trade Show).

ISS presents World Adventures Panelists for Annual Breakfast Presentation

World Adventures Panelists for Annual Breakfast Presentation have been announced by the International Superyacht Society (ISS). These comprise Jill Bobrow (Yachts International/Jill Bobrow Associates), Ken Hickling (AkzoNobel), Scott Lockman (Marsh), Billy Smith (Trinity Yachts) as well as Norma Trease (Salamanca Marine).

ISS and PYA announce the 6th Meeting of the Associations at the 2012 Monaco Yacht Show

This year’s 6th edition of the Meeting of Associations co-hosted by the International Superyacht Society (ISS) as well as the Professional Yachting Association (PYA) during the Monaco Yacht Show has been announced for Wednesday 19 September 2012 from 17h30-19h30.

Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2012: Day 3 – Yachts competing again

Competing started again on Racing Day 3 of the 2012 Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup. Bella Mente yacht won in both races in the Mini Maxi Rolex World Championship, Esimit Europa 2 superyacht in Maxi Racing, sailing yacht Altair in Maxi Racing/Cruising, Nilaya in Supermaxi as well as Open Season in Wally.

Additional 15 industry experts to attend Global Superyacht Forum

Starting on November 12, the highly anticipated three day conference, Global Superyacht Forum, is expected to bring a very successful 2012 edition of the event, following the presentation of futher 15 industry experts to attend.

New Yacht Design Awards Individual Sponsorship presented by ISS

New sponsorship category providing new opportunity for visibility through industry support has been announced by the International Superyacht Society (ISS).

Historic maritime laws overhauled by Australia

In order to protect Australia’s beautiful marine environment, the Australian Federal Parliament have reorganized century old maritime laws.

Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2012: Day 2 – Competing abandoned due to Sardinian storm

The second day of racing in the 2012 Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup was marked by the strong Sardinian storm, due to which the race had to been called off.

A great start for Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2012

Racing Day 1 near 29-nautical mile coastal race of the 2012 Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup has been won by sailing yacht Ran 2 in the Mini Maxi Rolex World Championship; superyacht Velsheda in Maxi Racing; luxury yacht Aegir in Maxi Racing/Cruising; superyacht Nilaya in Supermaxi and sailing yacht Magic Carpet 2 in Wally. The fastest vessel to complete the course was superyacht Esimit Europa 2.

A relaxation of the government regulations around the chartering of superyachts high on priority list for Superyacht Australia

Superyacht Australia is delighted to announce that Treasury is currently reviewing their submission regarding the relaxation of the government regulations around the chartering of superyachts for the benefit of the superyacht sector’s growth.