Netherlands

Walcon wins contract to expand Jachtahaven Yerseke Marina in Zeeland

Walcon Marine’s Dutch (Benelux) distributor Infra Trading BV has won the contract to supply new pontoons for the expansion of the marina at Yerseke, on the Eastern Schelde estuary in the Dutch province of Zeeland which is a popular boating destination due to its many islands and fine beaches.

Permateek introduces lightweight decking for yachts

Permateek has announced the introduction of Permateek Light an exceptionally light and versatile decking that is up to 20% lighter than other types of synthetic decking material.

Henshaw Inflatables Sea Pool and Inflatable Jet Ski Dock for Superyachts

Henshaw Inflatables, is launching innovative new products designed for the superyacht market, the inflatable Sea Pool MKII and the new Inflatable Jet Ski Dock at METS 2010.

Heesen Yachts awarded two Gold Neptunes at the ShowBoats Design Awards 2010.

Heesen Yachts is proud to announce that motor yachts Blind Date and Jems were awarded with a Gold Neptune trophy, the highest recognition in yacht design. Superyacht Blind Date won the prize for ‘Bespoke Furniture’ for the expanding dining table and superyacht Jems takes the prize for “Exterior Recreational Area”.

Gleistein Ropes team with PUMA Ocean Racing for the Volvo Ocean Race 2011-2012

At the 19th annual METS (Marine Equipment Trade Show) being held in Amsterdam from 16-18 November 2010, Gleistein Ropes will celebrate the company’s continued involvement with PUMA Ocean Racing as “Official Rope Supplier” throughout the Volvo Ocean Race 2011-2012.

Palladum Technologies nominated for second Dame Award

Palladium Technologies new Apple iPad-based SiMON² ship alarm monitoring application has been nominated by the judges for the prestigious DAME Award which will be presented at the 2010 Marine Equipment Trade Show (METS), held Nov. 16-18 in the Amsterdam RAI convention center.

Project Sunbeam at the ICON Yachts Refit Facility

Icon Yacht Refit Facility is a professional super yacht and commercial vessel facility with an open water access for yachts up to 160 metres in length and 7 metre draft. The yard is currently working on a yacht under the name project Sunbeam which should be launched at the end of 2010.

SAIL Amsterdam attracts Tall ships from around the world.

SAIL Amsterdam is a large maritime event held every five years in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Tall ships from all over the world visit the city to moor in its Eastern harbour, and people can then visit the ships for four days free of charge. This year The Stad Amsterdam, which retraced the route of Darwin’s voyage on the HMS Beagle, moored along the quay during SAIL.