Yachting Business

A new step in Ferretti Group Training; Latest Service University courses comes to a close

The 2010-2011 Service University of Ferretti Group, a world leader in designing, building and marketing luxury motoryachts with a unique portfolio of the most prestigious and exclusive brands in the nautical world, has recently come to a close.

Lewmar appoints Rob Crowe as Aftermarket Sales Manager

Lewmar has appointed Rob Crowe in the role of Aftermarket Sales Manager. Based at Havant UK, Crowe will lead the Aftermarket Distribution Sales Team to support the existing Lewmar Distributors and expand the global network.

2011 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show preview

With a month to go before the four-day 2011 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show that starts on Thursday, May 19, the event has more than 70 world and Australian marine product launches confirmed.

Motor yacht Coregonus Launched – A 60’ Research Vessel by Burger Boat Company

Burger Boat Company has launched the motor yacht Coregonus, a 60’ Research Vessel for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. R/V Coregonus is replacing the R/V Barney Devine, a steel Fishing Tug built by Burger in 1937.

Maritimo’s new Adelaide dealership launch

The official opening of the first Maritimo Adelaide Dealership in the Marina Adelaide precinct at Largs North was a success with Champagne flowing at the Casino Royale themed night. “We’ve been to a lot of corporate and business events around the world, and we rate Maritimo Adelaide’s launch party among the very best,” says boating enthusiast Grant Forsyth.

2011 Antibes Yacht Show marks the start of the great charter season

The 5th Antibes Yacht Show took place in the largest harbour in Europe, Antibes from April 7th – 10th, 2011. The event marks the start of the charter season in the Mediterranean and if the show is a barometer for the rest of the season as many say, then we can be looking forward to a great season in the yachting industry.

2011 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show: Australian Marine Wholesale to Celebrate 2 Milestones

Australian Marine Wholesale will officially launch at the 2011 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show in May and announce that AMW has been appointed as the exclusive importer and distributor for the Sea Recovery range of water makers.

Moore Stephens Crew Benefits establishes Antibes presence

Moore Stephens Crew Benefits Limited (“MSCB”), a source for niche financial products specifically for Superyacht crew, has announced today that Graham McNamee has been appointed as sales manager in the French Riviera. He will be based in Antibes.

ICON Yachts Breaks 400 metres

A relative newcomer to the superyacht industry, Dutch yacht builder ICON yachts has an impressive order book with a total of 444 m in luxury yachts at the shipyard. A combination of new builds, refit projects and cooperation with other builders such as Mega Marine, the yard is looking ahead to a successful year.

Halyard announces Deka Marin as Turkish distributor

Halyard, Europe’s largest designer and manufacturer of specialist marine exhaust systems, has announced the appointment of Deka Marin as distributor of its products in Turkey. Based in Istanbul, Deka Marin, is a leading distribution company, representing many high-end marine brands.

Yacht Carbon Offset for the MYBA Charter Show 2011

MYBA is partnering with Yacht Carbon Offset to reduce net greenhouse gas emissions from the 23rd MYBA Charter Show, which takes place in Genoa in May 2011. The MYBA Association represents over 100 Yachting companies with a growing number of superyacht owners and charterers that choose to compensate for the carbon footprint of their energy or fuel.

Horizon to attend The Rendezvous in Monaco 2011

Horizon yachts have confirmed they will participate and showcase their Horizon 136 motor yacht at The Rendezvous in Monaco, held from 23-26 June 2011. It will be the first time Horizon has attended this superyacht event since Horizon joined the SYBAss (Superyacht Builders Association) in October 2010 as the first SYBAss member from the Far East.