Yachting Business

Robinson Interiors Acquires NZ Superyacht Interior Company Yacht Interiors

Stuart Robinson, Managing Director of Robinson Interiors Limited is pleased to announce that he has acquired New Zealand based Superyacht interior company Yacht Interiors Limited and the company will officially become part of Robinson Interiors Limited.

2010 Superyacht Traffic Report from the Superyacht Singapore Association

Superyacht Singapore Association released their very positive superyacht traffic review for the year 2010.

The ISS (International Superyacht Society) announces its 2011-2013 Board of Directors

The ISS (International Superyacht Society) announces its 2011-2013 Board of Directors and Past Presidents Council. ISS elections are held annually by peer selection

Viareggio hosts first Yachting After sales & Refit Exhibition (YARE)

From March 31st to April 2nd Coppino Street and the inner basins of Viareggio will host YARE – Yachting After sales & Refit Exhibition, the first international boat show committed to all the services following the purchase of a yacht.

34th America’s Cup: Harold Bennett joins race management team

The New Zealander, who has been a race officer for the last four editions of the America’s Cup, will be the Director of On-Water Operations and Assistant Principal Race Officer. As the Principal Race Officer for the 33rd America’s Cup in Valencia, Bennett is also one of the few to have race management experience with giant multihulls.

Pershing 92′ Motor Yacht Wins the Hurun Best of the Best 2011 Awards, China

Hurun Report, an important Chinese finance and lifestyle magazine, has awarded the Pershing 92’, the latest design of the Pershing fleet, a Ferretti Group brand among the world’s leading manufacturers of high performance open motor yachts from 15 to 35 metres, as one of the “Best of the Best 2011 Awards”. Since 2005 it has awarded prizes for excellence and the most representative international brands based on an annual survey involving more than 400 Chinese millionaires.

The American Superyacht Forum 16-18th May 2011

The International Superyacht Society (ISS) is pleased to announce that perennial supporter, The Yacht Report Group, is again sponsoring the ISS Awards for Design and Leadership in 2011 and has made the following information available regarding its American Superyacht Forum. Both functions accomplish critical ISS objectives in providing educational, networking and recognition platforms to further the ‘good of the industry’.

Equiom buys Intertrust’s Isle of Man yachting and aviation business

ISLE of Man headquartered trust and corporate service provider Equiom has bought Intertrust Isle of Man’s yachting and aviation business. The acquisition will significantly increase the fleet of yachts and aircraft managed by Equiom.

International Marinas Conference and Trade Show Australia

The Marinas 2011 International Conference and Exhibition is being held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre 20-22 June 2011. Held every two years for the last six years the event has gone from strength to strength with the last event attracting over 400 participants. 20% of participants come from destinations outside Australia.

PRINCESS YACHTS DISTRIBUTION IN NORWAY

12.00pm, Monday 31 January 2011: It has come to the attention of Princess Yachts today that Johs Lunde Marine Group, which is the parent company of Norsk […]

Marina Barcelona 92’s continued leadership through Yacht Carbon Offset

Since 2009, Marina Barcelona 92 (MB´92) has invited superyacht refit clients to join its carbon offset programme, compensating for the carbon emissions produced from their use of shore power. MB’92’s optional programme continues to attract participation from leading yachts, and is delivered in partnership with Yacht Carbon Offset.

Amlin to acquire Lead Yacht Underwriters

Amlin plc is pleased to announce that a wholly owned subsidiary has entered into an agreement to acquire Lead Yacht Underwriters Limited (“Lead Yacht”) from members of Lead Yacht’s board of directors. The transaction remains subject to the approval of the change of control by the Financial Services Authority.