Thomas Thune Andersen has been chosen to succeed Chairman David Moorhouse CBE when he retires at the end of 2010.
The 2nd Asia Superyacht Conference hosted over 220 participants in total from over 35 countries around the world. The event highlighted both the tremendous opportunities in the Asia region and the need for Governments, Associations and the commercial sector to work together.
The International Superyacht Society (ISS) have announced that the Holland Jachtbouw Refit Centre will again be the ISS Silver Supporter and Presenting Partner for the organisation’s annual METS Membership Mixer held on Tuesday 16 November from 16.30.
Taiwan’s leading builder of luxury yachts Kha Shing, has begun building the first of its newest model in its Monte Fino range, the ‘ecHo’ hull number 84/6. The ecHo’s name derives from being ecologically friendly.
Hurghada Marina, Egypt has a new Harbour Manager and signed a ten year operations contract with Camper & Nicholsons Marinas. This latest signing means C&N now has a presence in the Red Sea to add to current locations in Malta, Italy, Turkey, Grenada, and Cyprus and St Kitts (under construction).
During the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show 2010, Vripack’s ‘yardless yacht’ the legend called Doggersbank will officially re-enter the market.
Vitters’ built 55m (180 ft) classic ketch Marie features a combination of classic lines with optimized performance. Sailing yacht Marie has set sail for the Carribbean where she will be available for luxury yacht charters and race charters.
Victory Design has unveiled their exciting Marco Polo motor project, the VD125 inspired by the taste for adventure and desire to explore the World’s oceans in safety and with respect for the environment.
The 23rd Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show held from 19-22 May 2011 at Sanctuary Cove in Queensland, Australia will feature a newly configured space including one of the largest pavilion structures erected in Australia for an annual event.
Simrad Yachting received two awards at the 2010 Newport International Boat Show. The Simrad NSE navigation system with 2.0 software was named “Best New Boating Product” and Simrad Yachting received the Five Star Award for its “Best in Show” booth display.
Riviera, Australia’s most awarded pleasure boat builder has just completed, wrapped and shipped three of its newest 5000 Sport Yachts around the World. All three will be a first for the Americas, Turkish and Croatian luxury yacht markets.
China plans to build a luxury superyacht marina in the northern city of Tianjin by the end of 2010. The new marina will cover an area of 900,000 square meters in Tianjin’s booming Binhai district and will have 750 berths to accommodate superyachts up to 92m (300ft).