British luxury yacht builder, Princess Yachts, has strengthened its distribution network in China with the formation of the ‘Princess Yachts Greater China Limited’ (PYGC).
A lovely Mediterranean yacht holiday destination, Porto Montenegro is set to double its capacity to 460 berths by May 2015, with the potential to build up to 850 berths, in order to meet the increased demand from visiting yachts.
Duthie Lidgard has become a new partner and managining director of Asia Pacific Superyachts New Zealand to allow the business to expand.
In order to cooperate on boating initiatives, Gyeonggi Province and the Singapore Boating Industry Association (SingaporeBoating) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) during this year’s Korea International Boat Show.
Pendennis Shipyard has always strived to continually improve the facilities in Falmouth in line with market trends. The recent completion of 3 new construction halls, the installation of a larger travel hoist and expanded project offices, workshop space and crew facilities are in response to the higher demand for winter refit projects, as well as the increase in the average size of vessel, undergoing work in Falmouth.
Saunders Yachtworks has recently added over 13,000 square feet of covered work space to its Gulf Shores facility. This allows the company to refit and maintain up to 10 yachts and superyachts under cover.
Next month will see superyacht refit and repair centre Varadero Valencia and its famous mojitos bar once again participate in the HM The Queen Trophy, with a special draw for antifouling.
June 20, 2014, in the lovely Monaco yacht holiday location, saw Prince Albert preside over the opening of the Yacht Club de Monaco’s new building. This has been designed by British architect, Lord Norman Foster.
Outer Reef Yachts has proudly announced the opening of the all-new sales center, positioned in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia.
Northern China’s No.1 Yachting and Lifestyle event, SO! DALIAN, is set to run at DongGang Marina, a fantastic Asia yacht charter destination, positioned in the Eastern Port of Dalian, from July 3 to 6, 2014. The inaugural edition of this exclusive event will host 50 luxury yachts.
New senior appointments have been announced by McMullen & Wings from New Zealand, in order to help lead the company in the delivery of the 50m custom luxury expedition yacht ‘yard number 1016′ (ex Big Star). A sister ship to the 45m charter yacht Big Fish, she is scheduled for delivery in early 2016.
The 2014 Australian Marine Export and Superyacht Conference (ASMEX) saw Australia and New Zealand discuss a concerted approach to the way the superyacht industry charters, cruises and works within their region.