Yachting Business

Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2014 marked by Big Crowds, Sales and Plenty of Sunshine

It has been another successful edition of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) this year. The five-day event was marked by beautiful weather and an amazing participation of more than 1,000 exhibitors.

Meeting of DMCA and its strategic partners to review developments in Dubai’s maritime sector

Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) and its strategic partners have recently met to review developments in Dubai’s maritime sector. Regular meetings are planned as part of Authority’s continuous efforts for safe and vibrant territorial waters.

Formation of the Vanuatu Yacht and Superyacht Association (VYSA)

The new Vanuatu Yacht and Superyacht Association (VYSA), the region’s first professional superyacht industry association, has been formed to improve and develop all aspects of the yacht and superyacht industry in the lovely Vanuatu yacht holiday location, nestled in the South Pacific.

North Technology Group (NTG) announces acquisition of Future Fibres by Southern Spars

North Technology Group (NTG) has proudly announced the acquisition of Future Fibres by Southern Spars – a world-renowned Valencia-based company that has recently delivered a giant 75,80m mast to the 60m Perini Navi mega yacht PERSEUS³ (P3, hull C.2218).

Superyacht manufacturer Nobiskrug announces new global market positioning

September 24, 2014, during the Monaco Yacht Show, saw the premier German superyacht builder Nobiskrug launch the world-wide new branding strategy as well as market positioning for the superyacht branch.

Opening of Sanlorenzo Egypt

Sanlorenzo Egypt has been recently open as the all-new brand representative, positioned on the exotic Red Sea Coast, a beautiful Egypt yacht charter destination.

Scotland’s Marine Tourism Strategy

The Scottish Marine Tourism Development Group , including the British Marine Federation Scotland, has developed the new marine tourism strategy to promote Scotland as a marine tourism destination of first choice.

Dubai Maritime Week 2014 comes to an end

The 2014 Dubai Maritime Week, an event held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has been recently concluded by the Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA). DMCA partners were honored in a ceremony attended by H.H. Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed.

Keppel Cove and Monte Carlo Yachts announce new strategic partnership

The new strategic partnership between Keppel Cove and Monte Carlo Yachts was signed in Shenzhen, China, on October 24, 2014. Thanks to Keppel Land’s abundant resources and efforts from Monte Carlo Yachts, Keppel Cove Marina members will obtain exclusive experience like no other.

Peters & May – A new member of British Marine Federation (BMF)

Global marine transport provider, Peters & May, has recently become a new member of the British Marine Federation (BMF).

FLIBS 2014: The Ferretti Group announces strongest sales year to date in the Americas

The currently running 55th edition of the Annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) has been marked by a great news released by the Ferretti Group. The company has completed the strongest sales year to date for the fifth year running.

Fairline to introduce eight new yacht models over next three years

The next year’s London Boat Show will see Fairline Boats unveil the full details about their eight new yacht models. The plans to introduce these new models over the next three years were announced on the opening day of the 2014 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show.