Recently delivered 47m Alloy luxury yacht LORETTA ANNE designed by Dubois

With the originally situated galley on the main deck, the timeless-looking 47m Alloy superyacht Loretta Anne designed by Dubois Naval Architects, recently delivered to her new Owner, is an exceptional two and a half deck vessel, with lovely interior by Donald Starkey, providing five beautiful cabins.

Landamore’s Yard taken over by Oyster Group

In order to futher develop the company’s custom and refit operation Southampton Yacht Services, the respected UK superyacht builder Oyster Group has recently taken over Landamores Yard, transfering its production facilities as well as 70-member team in Norfolk.

PSP Southampton Boat Show, September 14-23, 2012

This September will see another edition of the UK’s most-loved on-water boat show, the PSP Southampton Boat Show, bringing a rich programme of events, as well as a high number of boats on display, varying from small dinghies to luxurious sailing and motor yachts.

The world’s Big Class yachts started the 2nd Westward Cup today

Day 1 of this year’s Westward Cup in Cowes, UK saw the 42m superyacht Mariette take the top position, followed by the 38m luxury yacht Mariquita and the 41.5m charter yacht Eleonora E (ex Eleonora) respectively.

Dubois designed 100m superyacht 380 completes tank testing

With naval architecture by Dubois Yachts, the 100m sailing yacht 380 has recently completed her tank testing at the Wolfson research establishment with a great success. This spectacular sloop boasts interior design by Josep Juanpere Miret of GCA Arquitectes Associats, and project management by Klaus and Sebastian Allebrodt.

Mount Gay Rum to support Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week as the official ‘Regatta Rum’

Mount Gay Rum once again comes back as supporting sponsor of this year’s Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week yacht regatta, providing both Mount Gay Eclipse Rum as well as Mount Gay Extra Old Rum to a number of events and organising consumer, trade and yachting press.

Sunseeker Yachts support new Marine Technology Centre in Dorset

Scheduled for launch by this September, a new Marine Technology Centre at the Bournemouth & Poole College supported by the respected UK superyacht builder Sunseeker Yachts will host 70 Sunseeker apprentices.

2012 Shipwrights Lecture for marine apprentices to be held on October 17

With last year’s participation of such outstanding UK-based luxury yacht builders as Sunseeker, Fairline, Princess, Pendennis and many others, the 2012 Shipwrights Lecture was confirmed for October 17.

MedAire teams up with J Class Association for UK regattas

Well prepared for transfer to any emergency, the paramedic of MedAire will be aboard a support RIB during this summer’s UK J Class regattas to provide an immediate help.

4th annual Open Weekend by Princess Motor Yacht Sales, June 2-4, 2012

Ten beautiful Princess yachts, along with luxurious cars from Rolls-Royce, Bentley as well as McLaren will be on display at the 4th annual Open Weekend organised by Princess Motor Yacht Sales on June 2-4, 2012.

Dubois designed 51.7m sailing yacht Mondango by Alloy Yachts in UK waters

The respected UK-based Dubois Naval Architects had a unique chance to see the 51.7m luxury yacht Mondango built by Alloy Yachts in 2008 anchored close to their office. This exceptional vessel offers beautiful accommodation in 5 comfortable staterooms.

Busy start to the season at Solent Refit with two new appointments

The Southampton-based Solent Refit is going through a busy season, working on projects such as the luxury charter yacht Light Blue, the motor yacht Osprey, the charter yacht Sudami, the luxury yacht Spada, as well as the Lunar Mist yacht. The company has also recently welcome project-management expert Phil Millard and a Project Manager Johnny Byrnes.