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The 31-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2534" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Comar Yachts (Company)">Comar</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4125" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shadow31.0m (101'8&quot;)Comar Yachts2011">Shadow</a> has joined the market. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/shadow/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Shadow, for sale</a>, was launched in Italy in 2011 and features exterior design and naval architecture from <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/companies/andrea-vallicelli" target="_blank">Andrea Vallicelli</a>. The yacht belongs to the shipyards Comet 100 series. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/73843/image/large-d5f06d2ac6dda54fc675d02e9e5fff5f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/73843">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/comar/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Comar yacht for sale</a> was built for her first and only owner who intended to cruise the world aboard her. Her hull is constructed of a carbon sandwich with Corecell core, creating a solid, safe and seaworthy vessel in all weather conditions.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/73846/image/large-ac7ceffb2c0673ac863a3bac5efbc2c1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/73846"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/289" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andrea Vallicelli (Company)">Valicelli</a>'s design is elegant and streamlined. She has large windows in the deck saloon, filling the interior with light. On deck she has a double cockpit, afforded by her 6.7-metre beam that offers her owner additional comfort and safety when at the helm. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/73849/image/large-f6a32cec6f48ba28ff48852bc8e58042.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/73849"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/73848/image/large-09febddb77649095968b071e8cba001d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/73848">Internally she can accommodate as many as seven guests and the interior of the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/sailing/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">sailing yacht for sale</a> is finished in teak. The yacht is equipped with a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2804" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hall Spars (Company)">Hall Spars</a> carbon rig, Cariboni hydraulic lifting keel, Harken deck gear, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Doyle Sailmakers (Company)">Doyle Sailmakers</a>' sails.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/73855/image/large-11c58bce292120aa85432af455601c86.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/73855"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/73840/image/large-7eec310f62af91c7be6fbe2831ca73eb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/73840">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> has been retained in good condition by her sole owner. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/73842/image/large-ff0d5dc71a6ec4e681325b5eebe13fd8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/73842">

Comar sailing yacht Shadow for sale

The 31m Comar sailing yacht Shadow is for sale. She was launched in 2011 in Italy.

New to market: 31m Comar sailing yacht Shadow

Following its debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival earlier this month, Nautica Italiana is currently at the Monaco Yacht Show where they have announced the entry of 10 new brands to the Association; Cantiere delle Marche, Cantieri di Pisa, Climma-Veco Group, Comar, Equinoxe Yachts, Frigoboat-Veco Group, Mondomarine, Porto Lotti, Tecnopool and Vismara.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/156358/image/large-aa2b7559ce079696d4543623550f8d8c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/156358">The association is aimed at grouping together companies from the entire sector to define the strategy for the development of the nautical industry, both in Italy and internationally, promoting a sector at the premium end of Italian production.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/156359/image/large-3116913831250278d5661f10293a5c65.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/156359">Lamberto Tacoli, Chairman of Nautica Italiana, comments, “We are very proud to welcome ten new companies. Through their membership, these companies are fully embracing our project, once again confirming how important and necessary it is not only for the boat building components - motor, sailing and refits - but also for the services and accessories, which is particularly satisfactory for us.”The Association consists of seven board members, including Lamberto Tacoli (Chairman); Luigi Alberto Amico, Cataldo Aprea, Fabio Boschi, and Giovanna Vitelli (Vice Chairpersons); Corrado Salvemini (Director); and Lorenzo Policardo (General Secretary). A total of 35 brands are now part of the Nautica Italiana Association.By Gemma Fottles

Nautica Italiana announces 10 new members

Following a rise in consumption of luxury goods in the Middle East by 11% in 2014, 150 new exhibitors are anticipated to attend the 2015 edition of the Dubai International Boat Show from countries all over the world, including Australia, China, Germany, Italy, U.S, U.K, France and Turkey.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/152446/image/large-e0516ca4bd7f0dd8ee9777a21b57e6ac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/152446">Scheduled to be held from the 3rd to the 7th March, the 23rd edition of the show will feature the return of the German Boat and Shipbuilders Association (DBSV) after a short hiatus. New exhibitors from Italy include Genial Yachts and Comar Yachts, a yacht manufacturer that is moving its entire production facility to the UAE. Bel Monte Boats will also be welcomed to the Show, a new company from Luxembourg, and SAY Yachts, a catamaran and sailing yacht designer from Germany.Managing Director of German Boat and Shipbuilders Association, Claus-Ehlert Meyer, comments, “the Middle East is an important market for German yards and equipment manufacturers, so we have decided to return with a stand to the Dubai International Boat Show, to renew existing contacts and make new ones. By participating in the event, we can highlight the label “Made in Germany” and make Germany even better known internationally as a centre of yacht building.”<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/152447/image/large-bf7618e04c3df188adf59a5618b9ec42.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/152447">The 2015 edition of the Dubai International Boat Show will also feature a solid presence from China as the Chinese luxury yacht market continues to see growth, with yachting becoming more popular with the nation’s increasingly affluent consumers. According to a report by Boston Consulting Group, China’s private financial wealth is expected to increase from USD22 trillion to USD40 trillion by 2018.Commenting on Australia’s participation at Dubai International Boat Show 2015, MaryAnne Edwards, Chief Executive, Australian International Marine Export Group &amp; Superyacht Australia said, “we have been a long-term exhibitor at the Dubai International Boat Show, as it is very much a key show for us in terms of developing our presence in the region. We also are looking at avenues to promote Australia as a destination for the global superyacht fleet and promote our capability to service these yachts when they come to Australia.”Trixie LohMirmand, Senior Vice President of organisers of the show, the Dubai World Trade Centre, states, “Dubai is now firmly established as a regional marine hub and a growing number of international participating exhibitors are gaining significant business benefits from the event.”The Dubai International Boat Show will be held at Dubai International Marine Club - Mina Seyahi is open to trade visitors and the general public from 3pm – 9.30pm daily from 3-7 March 2015.By Gemma Fottles