Superyacht Australia has over the past two years developed a strong relationship with Tourism Australia and is excited by the new Tourism Australia campaign targeted at high net worth tourists. Craig Davidson, General Manager Destination Development for Tourism Australia will be speaking at ASMEX, the Australian Superyacht and Marine Export Conference, about the importance and significance of the Superyacht Sector to Tourism Australia. Read More
The Maldives, one of the best and most fascinating travel destinations in the world, is fast emerging as a world favorite for a superyacht cruising journey. Arriving at the Maldives Archipelago superyachts will encounter groups of 26 atolls, with only a small number inhabited, making up the chain of islands waiting to be discovered. Read More
London has been named the best place to visit in the world for the first time but it's not hard to see why. Hosting the Olympics Games and celebrating the Royal Jubilee this year, London has been voted the hottest destination of 2012. In preparation, Royal Docks 2012 is gearing up to welcome superyachts from all over the world in less than 3 months' time. Read More
Boat builder, vessels operations manager and a legendary superyacht guide in Indonesia for the past 18 years, Captain Jimmy Blee will share the "Ying and the Yang" of cruising Indonesia waters at the upcoming Asia Pacific Superyacht Conference to be held April 26-18, 2012. On the second day of the conference Jimmy Blee will take to the podium. Read More
The Association of Yacht Support Services (AYSS) has announced the acceptance of Kaleva Yachting Services Ltd, Vanuatu as a Full Member. Kaleva Yachting Services Ltd in Vanuatu act as agents to superyachts and cruising yachts alike, bridging visitors by boat to the friendly, rich islands of Vanuatu. Read More
The 39-metre Feadship Go has arrived in Brazil: the first occasion that the world's leading builder of custom motor yachts has taken one of its superyachts for a tour in South America. Accompanied by senior members of the Feadship management team, the visit will give invited guests the chance to enjoy an exclusive private viewing of a Feadship. Read More
Organisers of the Singapore Yacht Show expect Asia Pacific to become a luxury yachting hot spot, as global charterers shift their focus from traditional cruising grounds in search of more exotic cruising destinations. Private charters are becoming more popular in this region, according to the Singapore Yacht Show. Read More
See how this Feadship superyacht takes only 2 minutes to cover the 14 miles distance between the capital of Tahiti, Papeete and the nearby island of Moorea. Read More
Having been a guest on a wide variety of superyachts, I always have “Could it get any better than this?” lingering in the back of my mind. With something bigger, better and more beautiful seemingly around every corner, one is eventually bound to discover the absolute pinnacle of luxury and freedom. Read More
Last week we showed you a time lapse video of a yacht backing up into Bonifacio, Corsica. This week, we show you a time lapse video shot on board a superyacht transiting the 82-kilometre (51 miles) canal in Panama that connects the Atlantic Ocean (via the Caribbean Sea) and the Pacific Ocean. Read More
History was made in Sabah, Borneo during a superyacht’s trip to the protected island of Sipadan. The historic visit was announced by the general manager of Asia Pacific Superyachts Borneo, Alvin Teh, who organised the trip after gaining permission for superyacht Double Haven’s custom build CAT tender to go into Sipadan Island. Read More
This time lapse video shot on board a 50 metre Proteksan superyacht shows the superyacht docking procedure in the port Bonifacio, on the island of Corsica. The port of Bonifacio is placed on the Bay of Bonifacio, a ravine of a fjord-like appearance, separated from the ocean by a finger-like promontory 1,500 meters (4,900 ft) long and 200 meters (660 ft) wide. Read More
Vicem Yacht, a Turkish shipyard delivering timeless boats and super yachts, and Kempinski Hotel Barbaros Bay, selected amongst the world’s 25 best hotels , have teamed up in a unique international marketing initiative. A number of Vicem’s yachts will be available to high profile clients of Kempinski Hotel Barbaros Bay. Read More
British Waterways in partnership with Canary Wharf Group is launching its superyacht berthing offer at the prestigious Wood Wharf, London location for the 2012 Olympic summer. The moorings at Wood Wharf offer berths for around 20 superyachts between 25 and 60 metre. Read More
The Yacht Support Group send news of probably the most important development in Asian Superyachting this year. Indonesia's President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono has signed into law a new maritime tourism regulation that will change the face of yachting, not only within Indonesia but throughout the region. Read More
New infrastructure will boost the popularity of Cairns as the premium super yacht destination and gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. A state-of-the-art marine training college and new retail facilities at the Cairns Marlin Marina have opened this year, while the construction of two new super yacht berths is underway to cater for growing demands from visiting vessels. Read More
Only 15 months after her launch, Big Fish is now on her second trans-Atlantic crossing and nearing 45,000nm on her own bottom. On her maiden voyage she crossed the Pacific Ocean, transited the Panama Canal twice, chartered in Antarctica, and cruised in Tahiti, the Galapagos, the Amazon, Sweden and Norway, and the Caribbean. Read More
On 26th September 2011 the Royal Huisman-built 36m explorer Arcadia completed her east-west transit of the Northwest Passage – only the 159th vessel to do so in the 108 years since records began. Especially remarkable, Arcadia is no steel-bound ice breaker but an elegant luxury yacht, constructed from aluminium. Read More
The St. Lucia Tourist Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation announces that all new revised policies have been approved by its government to help stimulate growth and development in St. Lucia’s yachting sector. Several proposals presented by Yachting Director Cuthbert Didier have been sanctioned and will facilitate clearing in and out of the country, as well as an ease on taxation and many other added benefits to encourage cruising in its waters. Read More
Steeped in history and carved into the coastline at Ardmore, The Cliff House Hotel in West Waterford, Ireland is a chic boutique hotel with 39 spacious rooms and suites featuring original Irish art and private balconies or terraces. The hotel features two moorings which are located directly in front of the property. Read More
Due to the high level of enquiry and demand for greater access to information about the Australian Superyacht industry and cruising in Australian waters the peak national body Superyacht Australia has launched a new web portal www.superyacht-australia.com. Read More
MGMT have announced availability of superyacht berths in London's Wood Wharf for the summer of 2012. "We are taking reservations now for what promises to be the most exciting and exclusive superyacht destination in London next year" comments Mark Upton, Director. Read More
After months of campaigning, jet skis look set to be banned from the anchorage at Store Bay, Tobago. The Tobago House of Assembly (THA) announced last month it wants to ban the operation of jet skis on Tobago's south west peninsula, stretching from Store Bay right into Buccoo/Plymouth, taking in Mount Irvine and Pigeon Point. Read More
Royal Docks - London, in conjunction with Marina Projects Ltd, has announced plans for Royal Docks 2012, an exclusive Superyacht berthing facility which will be created for July and August 2012, right at the heart of the many events in 2012. Superyacht berthing is very limited in the London area and the large historic Royal Docks are a prime location. Read More
Following on from the issues raised at the recent Superyacht and Marine Export Conference Superyacht Australia met in Canberra with the deputy CEO of Australian Marine Safety Authority, Mick Kinley. Read More
Auckland, the ‘City of Sails’ holds the inaugural Superyacht Captains Forum, on 15 – 16 September 2011. Delivered by a mix of world-class experts, this event’s programme focuses predominantly on two areas - navigating your superyacht to and cruising in the South Pacific. Read More
Superyacht Australia Chairman Barry Jenkins announced today the appointment of Jim Livermore as a Director of SYBA replacing Dominic White who resigned recently from the Board. Jenkins said “Dominic has done an exceptional job as Secretary of SYBA and has been influential in ensuring the survival of this group. Read More
By the time superyacht Big Fish picks up her first summer charter this June in Sweden, she will have logged more than 35,000nm, the equivalent of 1.5 times the distance around the world at the Equator, all in 10 months since her delivery last July in Auckland. Big Fish is currently in Miami enjoying her first haul-out and bottom painting since leaving Auckland. Read More
The International Superyacht Society (ISS) received the following communication from CDR David G. McClellan, Chief, Prevention Operations Department, USCCG sector Miami. This is critical information for persons either planning or knowing parties planning to sail in the area that transverses the seas off the coast of Somalia in the gulf of Aden and the Arabian sea south to the Mozambique channel and east to the coast of India. Read More
The New Zealand marine industry is deeply grateful for the generosity, sympathy and support they have received from around the world since the Christchurch earthquake of 22 February 2011.The earthquake was confined to Christchurch and Lyttelton, and many businesses there are already back up and running. Read More
Fly The Whale, a seaplane company, have recently introduced service in the Caribbean. Specifically, they fly passengers from the airports of San Juan, St. Thomas, and Anitgua to the waters of the North Sound, Virgin Gorda, BVI. This new service might just become the most convenient way to get to yachts in the North Sound. Read More
Jim Gilbert of Aquos Yachts sends in some stunning photos of the 45 metre superyacht Big Fish in Antarctica. She is about to reach the halfway point in her planned Polar Circumnavigation. “22,000nm in 7 months! I can't think of a yacht in history that has cruised so far in such a short amount of time on her maiden voyage”, says Jim. Read More
According to Reuters, a helicopter from Octopus "made an emergency landing on water in Argentina on Monday. A co-pilot was hurt when the helicopter came down on chilly waters in the bay off the southern Argentine tourist city of Ushuaia, a jumping off point for Antarctic cruises". Read More
A week on from the floods that decimated parts of Brisbane. “The River City”; and its residents are emerging from the disaster. Though vast parts of the northern and western areas of Brisbane were inundated by flood waters, however the larger vessel and marine infrastructure and businesses situated on the eastern reaches of the river towards Moreton Bay sustained relatively little or no damage. Read More
The most recent update in our series of following the 50.70 metre superyacht Tribu on her journey around the world comes from Australia, as Tribu has arrived in Hobart, Tasmania. "Arriving in Hobart was very exciting and rounding Cape Pillar and Tasman Island is an unforgettable experience", stated Captain Mosca. Read More
On Friday, December 10, 2010, owners, guests and crew of M/Y Slojo embarked upon the ultimate YAG Challenge—pushing the limits to see how much money they can raise to benefit YachtAid Global (YAG), a charitable organization that orchestrates superyacht deliveries of humanitarian and developmental aid to children. Read More
Superyacht Sydney - the NSW Superyacht Industry Association has launched its new 2011 edition website and new Directory of Services. The NSW Superyacht Industry Association has attracted over 300 superyachts to visit New South Wales, Australia and continues to be the leader in destination marketing in the region. Read More
In stark contrast to the first 2 quarters of 2009, the first half of 2010 has been amazingly encouraging in numerical terms. 80 was the prized target the SSA was aiming at for superyacht traffic growth this year. And the SSA have proudly registered a total of 54 unique superyachts (including locally-based ones) within the first 6 months. Read More
Asia Pacific Superyachts Maldives Branch was established by Mohamed Hameed, based on his 15 years of experience in the Marine industry. The General Manager is happy to share ‘good news’ for yachts returning to the Maldives or interested in a holiday exploring the area. Read More
The greenest (fuel consumption at 400 litres / hour) Superyacht at 73.5m in length, renowned as the fastest and most fuel efficient conventionally powered vessel in terms of length to speed ratio, Silver Zwei , Hanseatic Marine’s latest all aluminium high-tech superyacht creation is enroute to visit Singapore and cruise the nearby waters of Asia. Read More
Etoile d’Azur, the seventh in the highly successful Moonen 84 series, crossed the Atlantic Ocean last December, from Gibraltar to Sint Maarten, via the Azores (3.350 nm). Delivered to her owner in May 2007, she is the first Moonen 84 to do so, proving that this “pocket-size superyacht” has the range and reliability worthy of the name. Read More
We have been regularly following the 50.70 metre superyacht Tribu on her tour around the world and news has come in from Captain Mosca and his crew, having just crossed the Pacific. Leaving the Republic of Palau, Tribu cruised 5000 nautical miles in 20 days and arrived in Marina Taina, located five miles west of Papeete harbor, on 7th March. Read More
Superyacht Group – Great Barrier Reef’s (SYGGBR) recent visit to the annual Monaco Yacht Show has confirmed Cairns is developing a reputation throughout the world as a world-class superyacht destination with a world-class Marina and a comprehensive range of refit and repair facilities and services. Read More
After a fascinating 22 days Pacific crossing, starting from San Diego at the end of September, Captain Luca Mosca and his Crew finally arrived with Tribu in Koror, Republic of Palau. Captain Antonio Gerini has once again joined the yacht, and will take Trubi on a cruise throughout Micronesia and Melanesia. Read More
Truly a land of records, Antarctica is the highest, windiest, driest, and coldest continent on earth. It holds 84% of the continental ice in the world and 70% of the fresh water of the earth. Wild and unpredictable, the Antarctic Continent is surrounded by fierce seas and has a unique and generally impenetrable geography. Read More
Spending time under the warm Italian sun as it reflects off azure waters, all the while indulging your competitive spirit aboard an extravagant racing machine, is key to experiencing "La bella vita" Costa Smeralda-style. This June the waters off Sardinia’s northeastern coast witnessed a gathering of some of the grandest yachts on the planet for two events. Read More
Alumercia, an award winning 38m Vripack Explorer, arrived in Sneek on Thursday 18th June. This full aluminum yacht, built in the Netherlands and owned by a Dutchman, has traveled 105.000 nautical miles since she was launched eight years ago which can be compared to sailing around the world five times. Read More
Luise Group is pleased to announce that the company has recently cleared the very first superyacht, a 152ft Feadship, into the Marine Reserve of The Cinque Terre, on the Italian Riviera. Permissions have been issued by the local authorities speedily, thanks to the expertise of the local agent, Luise Associates Riviera. Read More
Captain Jody Atterton took time to talk to SuperYachtTimes.com, about a country so rich and diverse in history as it is in culture, with gentile people radiating a inviting smile everywhere you go. For those adventurous enough to cruise the exclusive waters of Vietnam, the experience alone will entice you back for more. Read More
Sardinia Yacht Services, leader in concierge and maritime agency services in Sardinia for the Luise Group, is pleased to communicate that the Sardinia Luxury Tax that has been in effect since 2006 has been scrapped. Read More
With the official opening of the Ao Po Grand Marina, Phuket’s latest and most spectacular Marina development in the North East of the island, Yacht owners can now berth their superyacht there. Construction of the Marina, with an impressive capacity of 200 berths, started in 2006, and the Marina is now open for business. Read More
Excellent billfishing waters are a mere three miles from the entrance channel of Marina Cap Cana on the southeastern coast of the Dominican Republic. White marlin have already begun biting with recent catches reported less than two miles from the main entrance channel and will continue to swim in the azure Caribbean Sea through June. Read More
After a successful Season Opening on the 20th of December 2008, it has been quite busy at Camper & Nicholsons Port Louis Marina in Grenada. So far for the season twenty super yachts of one hundred feet or over have visited and another fifteen are expected to visit for the rest of January alone. Read More
A steep superyacht traffic increase for the F1 weekend brings new superyachts to Singapore and helps SSA reaching its yearly traffic objectives. An exciting season of top-notch lifestyle experiences complemented the historic 2008 Formula One™ SingTel Singapore Grand Prix, giving superyacht owners more reasons to come to Singapore for the season, from end-September all the way to December for the much anticipated Volvo Ocean Race 2008-09 Singapore Stopover, the first and only South East Asian stopover leg. Read More
As a result of Camper & Nicholsons’ on going effort to clean up Port Louis Marina, Grenada has a new and rare tourist attraction to add to it’s collection of wrecks that serve as dive sights for scuba divers. The island currently boasts 16 wrecks and now a Cuban fishing vessel will become the 17th wreck in Grenada’s diving portfolio. Read More
Portsmouth today confirmed its position as a fast changing city with a world renowned marine industry as the former VT Halmatic site in Portchester has been taken under new management. The site, to be once again named Trafalgar Wharf, is aiming to offer world class facilities accommodating marine businesses ranging from sailmakers and boat brokers to boat builders, boat storage and major refit works. Read More
The sailing yacht Tiara was the subject of an armed robbery that took place late on the evening of Sunday the 24th of August. While moored off the coast of Corsica, a motorised tender approached the yacht and four masked, armed men boarded the vessel and ordered the Captain to handover the contents of the ship’s safe at gun point. Read More
At approximately 2340 (LT) on Sunday 24 August 2008 emergency response procedures were initiated on a YCO managed vessel located at anchor in Golfe de Porto Novo, Corsica (41°30’.3N 009°16’E). This was following an incident onboard where four masked, armed, men boarded the vessel and ordered the Captain to handover the contents of the ship’s safe at gun point. Read More
After leaving Auckland to a wonderful send-off from all the other yachts in the Viaduct Basin loudly sounding their horns, we headed north. The first 36 hours were wet and cold motoring into head seas, which the Dragon handled admirably. After that, apart from one windy night, it was light winds all the way to Bali, a trip which took just under 14 days. Read More
International superyachts can now charter in Australian waters thanks to the introduction of a new visa for foreign crew. The Minister for Immigration and Citizenship, the Hon. Senator Christopher Evans will announce the new visa regime, which was an election commitment, in Cairns on 30 April 2008. Read More
Camper & Nicholson’s Grand Harbour Marina, strategically located between the western and eastern Mediterranean, is offering world-class marina facilities to all sizes of yacht up to 100 metres in overall length. The harbour has a minimum depth of 5 metres and all repair and refit facilities are readily available. The Maltese climate has hot summers with cooling sea breezes and a mild winter climate. Read More
Everyone knows about the Bahamas, an archipelago of 800 islands, miles of unspoiled pink sand colored beaches, clear tranquil turquoise waters, natures own virtual aquarium up close and personal. There is also the image of hoards of cruise ship passengers sporting color coded identifying wrist bands, crowding the straw markets, restaurants and casinos. That particular image is about to change. Read More
The Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (YCCS) had it all going on this September. Located in Porto Cervo, Italy, the club regularly hosts awe-inspiring events throughout the Mediterranean sailing season, but September 2007 stood out as a veritable festival of sailing. The occasion was the 40th Anniversary of the YCCS, established by his Highness the Aga Khan. Read More
At the Monaco Yacht Show the SYT team had the pleasure of speaking to Michael Barnett of the Cairns Port Authority. Besides being the Manager Operations of the Cairns Port Authority, Michael also represents the Superyacht Group, Great Barrier Reef. The Cairns Marlin Marina is situated on the edge of the Great Barrier Reef. Read More
The Maverick (ex Alexa S), one of Vripack’s famous Doggersbank Offshore designs, has recently completed an extraordinary voyage from Florida to Australia while towing their sport fishing vessel all the way. Read More
Maldives “Carbon Neutral” policy prompts carbon balanced yachting
The Superyacht Singapore Association releases "2008 Superyacht Traffic Report"
Bermuda Yacht Services opens new superyacht terminal in Bermuda
Singapore welcomes superyachts for Singapore F1 and Volvo Ocean Race season
Peter De Savary announces further development progress at Port Louis Grenada
Cesme Marina - a new world class marina on the Turkish Aegean coast
Peter de Savary invite journalists from the Caribbean Region to Grenada
The Great Southern Route to be launched in September 2007 at the Monaco Yacht Show
Marina di Varazze, the exclusive club on the western Riviera
The Research Vessel (RV) Pegaso just made her debut in Monaco and gave the world a glimpse into her Global Mission for Marine Conservation. Her oceanographic capabilities are impressive: 5-person Diver Lockout submarine, Ice Class notation, 10,000 nautical miles at 12 knots, wet/dry laboratory, and separate scientist quarters. Read More
