Latest ISO Standard for Large Yachts

The International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) has announced the release of the latest ISO standard, specifically developed for yachts over 24 meters.

Feadship’s Tom de Vries Keynote Speaker at International Superyacht Coatings Conference 2014: registration now open

Tom de Vries, director of the leading Dutch luxury yacht builder Feadship, has been announced as the keynote speaker of this year’s International Superyacht Coatings Conference. Registration for the event is now open.

HISWA Symposium on Yacht Design and Yacht Construction to feature comprehensive program

Registration is now open for the HISWA Symposium on Yacht Design and Yacht Construction, held every other year during the annual Marine Equipment Trade Show (METS). This year’s two-day Symposium will feature a comprehensive program and will run on November 17 and 18.

A very successful Monaco Week

A very successful Monaco Week 2014 has recently drawn to a close in Shanghai. The exclusive three-day event aims to promote the fantastic Mediterranean yacht rent destination – Monaco in China.

New Member for ICOMIA Superyacht Coatings Applicator Group

De Koning Marine Service BV has become a new member of the International Council of Marine Industry Associations’ (ICOMIA) Superyacht Coatings Applicator Group. The company has an extensive, 25-year experience in shot blasting, fairing and painting for both refit and new build luxurious mega yachts.

Mondo Marine S.P.A announces setting up of new company ‘Mondo Marine MC’

The setting up of the new company ‘Mondo Marine MC’ has been proudly announced by Italian superyacht builder Mondo Marine, in order to transfer the commercial and marketing duties from Savona shipyard to Monaco.

International Superyacht Coatings Conference 2014

December 11 and 12 will see Amsterdam host the 2014 International Superyacht Coatings Conference (ISCC). ICOMIA and SYBAss invite key stakeholders involved in the superyacht coatings process to participate in this conference.

Australian Superyacht Industry at Singapore Yacht Show 2014

The recently concluded Singapore Yacht Show 2014 has provided the perfect platform to promote the capability and expertise in the Australian superyacht sector, which was ensured by Superyacht Australia.

Keel laying of first 60m Mondo Marine motor yacht SARASTAR (M60)

The keel laying of the 60m mega yacht Sarastar (M60) has been proudly announced by Mondo Marine. Designed by Luca Dini, she is scheduled for delivery in Summer 2015.

ICOMIA announces success at IMO MEPC 66: Tier III Implementation Delayed until 2021

The International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) has proudly announced a great success achieved at today’s 66th MEPC session in London: the implementation of Tier III for superyachts <500 GT has been delayed until 1 January 2021.

Dubai International Boat Show 2014 a Huge Success

The recently concluded 22nd Dubai International Boat Show has been a great success. This year’s event has featured two of its largest ever superyachts: mega yacht Nirvana as well as luxury yacht Quattroelle.

Dubai International Boat Show 2014 hosting thousands of visitors

So far, this year’s 22nd Dubai International Boat Show has been attended by thousands of visitors from 70 countries around the world, with more expected to come this weekend.