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Greenline 42: the new benchmark in sustainable boating

Officially unveiled at Boot Düsseldorf last January, the Greenline 42 by Greenline Yachts is a 42-foot yacht that brings together high performance, cutting-edge technology and an unprecedented level of customization in a package set to

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Ice Yachts: sailing excellence told by Marco Malgara

Ice Yachts is one of those brands that, in the sailing world, speaks for itself. Admired and recognized worldwide for building yachts that combine elegance, comfort and uncompromising performance, the Salvirola-based shipyard owes much of

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FIRST 60, Beneteau unveils its new sporty flagship

Beneteau chose a symbolic and highly theatrical moment, the Boot Düsseldorf show, to unveil the brand-new First 60, presented to the public on the opening day of Europe’s most important indoor boat show. It was

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TYKUN H1, the first hydrogen-powered day tender, is 100% Italian

One of the main challenges facing the yachting industry today is environmental sustainability. The need to reduce polluting emissions without sacrificing performance is the issue shipyards are focusing on the most, sometimes achieving truly surprising

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Jeanneau TH, a new era for power catamarans

Jeanneau launches the TH range, projecting the brand into the exciting world of outboard-powered motor catamarans. Its two models, the TH33 and the TH38, stand out for their stability and high level of comfort and

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SilverCat heads to the Caribbean

Known worldwide for its motor catamarans with innovative design and surprising comfort, SilverCat lands in the Caribbean with three new custom 34-foot models. A major step forward for the Gulf Craft Group brand, which in

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Aquila unveils the brand-new Aquila 45 Sport

Aquila Catamarans, a global leader in the production of high-quality power catamarans, announces its participation in the 2025 Miami International Boat Show, scheduled from February 11 to 15, with a highly anticipated new debut. We’re

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Ice Yachts wins the Altagamma Award

ICE YACHTS confirms its role as a ley player in Italy’s high-end yachting scene, winning the Altagamma Speed Award (Yachting and Engines) at the ninth edition of the Giovani Imprese Altagamma – Believing in the

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HALMA RIB HR 30, the video test of a cutting-edge RIB

Combining the latest technological innovations with the great artisanal tradition of Made in Italy. This is the mission of Halma Rib, the established Sicilian shipyard specialized in the design and construction of high-end RIBs designed

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UBI MAIOR Italia on board with Francesca Clapcich

UBI MAIOR Italia is the official supplier of deck equipment for the IMOCA 60 of Team Francesca Clapcich Powered by 11th Hour Racing. This collaboration brings together the vast experience of Francesca Clapcich—Olympic sailor and

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PRINCE 50, the video test of the Nuova Jolly’s flagship

Prince 50, the video test For over sixty years, Nuova Jolly has been synonymous with build quality, reliability, and innovation. The Milan-based shipyard has steadily established itself as Europe’s undisputed leader in the high-end inflatable

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Besenzoni at METS Amsterdam with its two complementary souls

Besenzoni confirms its participation in METSTRADE 2025, the leading international event dedicated to marine components, scheduled from 18 to 20 November at the RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre. The Sarnico-based company will join the event with

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Pardo 43, the legend evolves. Full sea trial.

The Pardo 43 is much more than just a yacht. It’s a true icon in the boating world, one that undeniably sparked a trend and, with its remarkable success (333 units launched), has deeply transformed

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Aquila Group enters the sailing catamaran market

Nicholas Harvey, chief revenue officer of Aquila Group, opened the press conference at the Annapolis Sailboat Show with significant enthusiasm as he announced Aquila Group’s expansion into the sailing catamaran market. “In a way, we’re

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Solemar SX27, the video test: the return of a sea legend

There are boatyards that need no introduction—names that, in the world of RIBs, immediately evoke images of elegance, comfort, and performance. Solemar is one of them. The historic brand is making headlines again with a

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The Honda 4XC Design range expands with three new models

Honda Marine continues to outdo itself in terms of performance and design. Each new model is increasingly efficient, fast, and visually striking—proof of the ongoing commitment that the leader of the outboard market dedicates not

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NAVALTECNOSUD BOAT STAND at World Marinas Conference 2025

NAVALTECNOSUD BOAT STAND participates in the ICOMIA World Marinas Conference (IWMC), the leading international event for the global marina and nautical tourism community, organized under the supervision of the ICOMIA (International Council of Marine Industry

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C-Tender 55S conquers the Newport Boat Show

Against the stunning backdrop of Newport Harbor, the new C-Tender 55S made a triumphant entrance, immediately capturing the attention of boating enthusiasts and industry professionals alike. Along the docks and among the booths of the

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Final Ocean Alexander 28E delivered in Florida

It is a major sale, one worthy of a grand announcement. Ocean Alexander has delivered the final, magnificent unit of its limited Explorer series, the Ocean Alexander 28E. The yacht, renowned for its exceptional quality,

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Tankoa Yachts acquires the OTAM division in Genoa

Another important acquisition has taken place in the yachting world, confirming the sector’s ongoing dynamism. The key player is Tankoa Yachts, the Ligurian shipyard specialized in building custom superyachts, which recently announced it has taken

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Invictus ST550, the new icon by Christian Grande

Christian Grande has created a boat destined to become a contemporary icon of luxury and design. It’s called Invictus ST550 and represents the perfect balance of refined aesthetics, superyacht-level comfort, and the performance of a

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CEM at the Genoa Boat Show presents its full range

CEM, headquartered in Nonantola, confirms itself as one of the most dynamic and fast-growing companies in the Italian industrial sector. Specializing in the production of pumps and fans for the boating industry, the company has

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Stefano Lenarduzzi appointed as CEO of Quick Group

Stefano Lenarduzzi (in the photo) is the new CEO of the Quick Group. The engineer from Padua was appointed in recent days, in line with the decision planned at the time of the majority investment

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Ranieri International takes over the Genoa Boat Show

Ranieri International is showing up at the 2025 Genoa International Boat Show with a massive presence: sixteen boats in total, including exclusive premieres and well-established models, with eight available for sea trials. A fleet that

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NAVETTA 62, a journey into elegance

ABSOLUTE NAVETTA 62 is the latest marvel from Absolute Yachts, a journey into elegance and unique style. The success of the NAVETTA range is undoubtedly due to excellence and innovation, with meticulous design that combines

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Navetta 66, the new dawn of luxury by Absolute Yachts

With the new Navetta 66, Absolute Yachts redefines the art of cruising. The latest yacht from the Italian shipyard combines visionary design, cutting-edge technology, and refined comfort, drawing inspiration from the magic of dawn. Just

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Wellcraft expands and presents the new Wellcraft 28 in Cannes

Wellcraft continues its strategic expansion with the new Wellcraft 28, decisively entering the active dayboating segment. A boat that combines outstanding performance, versatility, and accessibility, suitable for both occasional boaters and passionate explorers. The official

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Halma Rib lights up the autumn season in Cannes and Genoa

Renowned and appreciated for its dedication to quality and elegance, Halma Rib is preparing for a double showcase at two of Europe’s most prestigious boat shows, the Cannes Yachting Festival 2025 (September 9–14) and the

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HOLLD Yachts debuts at Cannes Yachting Festival 2025

HOLLD Yachts, a boutique shipyard based in the Netherlands specializing in the construction of high-performance carbon composite multihulls, will make its world debut at the 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival (from September 9–14), presenting its design

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Envy 1300: the new jewel from Scanner Marine has come

Scanner Marine does it again. In a world premiere, the shipyard led by the Montemitro family reveals, exclusively for The International Yachting Media, some details of the new Envy 1300, the latest star in the

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Aquila 36 Molokai, the uncompromising fishing catamaran

A comfortable and versatile 36-foot fishing boat. Aquila Power Catamarans introduces the Aquila 36 Molokai, the latest addition to the renowned Molokai catamaran series. Building on the proven success of the 47 Molokai, this new

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Ports and Anchorages: the best and worst of 2025

PORTS AND ANCHORAGES: THE BEST AND WORST OF EVERYTHING WE’VE SEEN IN 2025 As every year, the Daydreamer—the our editorial team’s boat—is sailing in the Tyrrhenian Sea and, between one product test and another, is

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Cantieri Magazzù expands its network with five new dealers

Cantieri Magazzù is experiencing a period of strong growth. Since last September, the renowned Sicilian boatyard has embarked on a major expansion process which, in addition to strengthening its internal corporate structure, is significantly increasing

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Invictus Yacht to debut three world premieres at Cannes

Two 16.87-metre yachts that embody the best of Italian design, striking a perfect balance between yachting tradition and technological innovation. These are the new models Invictus Yacht will unveil as a world premiere at the

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R-Evolution X36, intriguing and aggressive: video sea trial

The R-Evolution X36 is a maxi RIB that’s both undeniably intriguing and aggressive. It’s no coincidence that it’s powered by three Mercury Verado V10 engines, each delivering 350 horsepower—for a total of 1,050 horsepower. This

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CEM: unstoppable success for the Italian company

CEM is experiencing unstoppable global expansion and success as one of Italy’s leading manufacturers of pumps and blowers for the boating sector. In an era where growth and innovation are essential, CEM stands out as

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ICE 62 ST, the sporty yacht with cruising comfort

Ice Yachts never stops turning out masterpieces. The shipyard, known for its high-performance sailing yachts, continues to unveil one new model after another at an impressive pace—a clear sign of its excellence and ability to

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ICE 56 ST, a racing soul for luxury sport cruising

A 56-footer capable of redefining the concept of a performance cruiser, designed for speed but with a vocation for long-distance sailing. The ICE 56 ST is the brand-new model introduced by Ice Yachts, an international

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La Maddalena, overnight anchorage ban suspended

The Sardinia Regional Administrative Court (TAR) has suspended the overnight anchorage ban for boats mooring at La Maddalena. The news came out yesterday, but there’s a catch: the judges’ decision has reinstated a previous ordinance

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Beneteau First 36 SE, the ultimate racer

At first glance, it could easily be called the ultimate racer. The Beneteau First 36 SE is the latest model from the renowned French shipyard, born from a collaboration with Seascape to deliver a true

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Sanguineti doubles with new heaquarters in Casarza Ligure

Sanguineti has recently completed its move to a modern facility located in Casarza Ligure, in the province of Genoa. The company, part of the Quick Group, now operates from an 8,000-square-meter site equipped with state-of-the-art

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Mainsail trimming: 4 steps to keep it “in shape”

Mainsail trimming is the key element when looking for good performances on board. A correct trim in the mainsail not only makes your boat more performing but, above all, it is synonym with a well-balanced boat

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Excess 14, the boat review by Giorgio Bruno

https://youtu.be/t30FINv7UGE EXCESS 14 VIDEO BOAT REVIEW A sailing catamaran with sleek, innovative lines that embody the DNA of EXCESS. The Excess 14 is designed with a unique concept on the market, both in the owner’s

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Besenzoni: “Innovation and sustainability must coexist”

Besenzoni took part in the FuoriSalone for the second year, presenting the art installation “Reflections on the Sea”, created in collaboration with the Christian Grande design studio, a long-standing partner of the company. The work

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Grand Soleil Cup 2025, an unforgettable edition

Luduan 2.0, the Grand Soleil 48 owned by Enrico De Crescenzo, was the undisputed star of the 2025 Grand Soleil Cup—the 23rd edition of the event organized by Cantiere del Pardo in collaboration with the

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Isofan Marine SKY Clear, the sustainable clear coat

The raw materials are derived from renewable sources, the coating’s durability is exceptional, and its application is easy for anyone—even on large hulls. Isofan Marine SKY Clear UHS Ess&re is the new product launched by

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PRESTIGE M48: the video boat review by Luca D’Ambrosio

https://youtu.be/mf89bf148nU PRESTIGE M48: THE VIDEO BOAT REVIEW BY LUCA D’AMBROSIO.  PRESTIGE M48 was the first model to launch the prestigious M-Line range, designed for those who want to connect harmoniously with nature without giving up

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Watermaker: how to install and maintain it properly

A watermaker is designed to produce fresh water from seawater. It’s ideal for nautical use—reliable, compact, and easy to manage. We spoke with Mario Alagna, one of the owners of OSMOSEA, an Italian company with

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Scott Roberton named 2024 Sales Award Winner at Ocean Alexander

Scott Roberton is the winner of Ocean Alexander’s 2024 Annual Sales Award. Ocean Alexander, a world leader in luxury yacht manufacturing, recognized the MarineMax sales representative for his outstanding achievements, dedication, and contributions to the

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Four Winns H9, the new bowrider with a unique style

The Four Winns H9 is the embodiment of the bowrider—versatile and sporty, with a design that leaves nothing to chance. Sophisticated yet refined, it’s built for enjoying life’s pleasures, whether cruising on calm lake waters

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QU, a perfect lighting vision for any environment

Lighting is a key element in any home—whether on water or on land—both for functionality and style. In this field, QU continues to stand out for its iconic and design-forward solutions, which add a touch

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P52 vs P58: luxury is no easy choice

When we saw them at the last Cannes Yachting Festival at their debut, we had no doubt: the P52 and P58, the two latest gems from Fiart, are both absolutely stunning. Resulting from the new

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What are redans? Renato Magazzù explains it to us

Renato Magazzù explains what redans are. Renato Magazzù is an extraordinary person. Not only because he has been leading, alongside Claudio and Tina, what is probably the most iconic shipyard in the Maxi-Rib segment for

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CEM strengthens its leadership in the Gulf region

CEM confirms its leadership in the Gulf region as a key company for the distribution of pumps and ventilation systems for yachts and superyachts. The Modena-based company returns from the Dubai International Boat Show with

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GX34, the sustainable superyacht with a dreamlike design

Elegant and timeless design, stunning spaces and outstanding performance. Unveiled at the the Palm Beach International Boat Show, the new GX34 from GX Superyachts is proof that responsible design in yachting need make no compromise

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Invictus ST550, first photos of the new flagship

Between classic elegance and contemporary innovation, the Invictus ST550 features an unmistakable design, and the first images leave no room for doubt. The new flagship from the Borgia-based shipyard debuts with a completely redesigned profile,

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AMERICA 35: the Echo Yacht’s gem on test

The AMERICA 35 by ECHO is the result of a collaboration between two entrepreneurial ventures—one focused on yacht building, the other on promoting Made in Italy excellence. A perfect match that has produced an outstanding

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Aquila 46 Coupe: racer performance, cruiser comfort

The performance is that of a racer, but the comfort is pure cruiser. We’re talking about the Aquila 46 Coupe, the latest creation from Aquila Power Catamarans, a brand that keeps surprising the market with

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The International Yachting Media acquires LosBarcos.com

LOSBARCOS.COM acquired byThe International Yachting Media. In the world of yachting publishing, strategic acquisitions play a crucial role in expanding an editor’s reach and market value. In this context, THE INTERNATIONAL YACHTING MEDIA, the world’s

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Ocean Alexander 35R conquers the market: another unit sold

Ocean Alexander sales continue at full speed. The renowned shipyard specializing in luxury yachts has sold and delivered a new 35R, through a negotiation that highlights the brand’s exceptional ability to attract and fulfill the

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Not only IPS: Rio Yachts rediscovers the shaft drive.

Rio Yachts and shaft drive: what are the advantages? Rio Yachts and shaft drive: the reasoning behind a unique choice. Despite the European market being largely dominated by IPS and outboard-powered boats, shaft drive still

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Scanner Envy 950 Tender: elegance at 60 knots

Scanner Envy 950 Tender Sea Trial When Giorgio Armani described elegance as the ability to be remembered, he was certainly referring to the new Scanner Envy 950 Tender. With a top speed of 60 knots,

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Eliche Radice: a pivotal year of innovation and growth

2024 has been a crucial year for Eliche Radice, marking a true turning point in the path of growth and innovation of the historic manufacturer, specialized in designing and producing Made in Italy boat propellers,

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Osmosea: improving every day to stay on the right course

Osmosea, a leader in the boating industry for the production and distribution of watermakers, has been participating in BOOT, the international boat show in Düsseldorf, for over ten years. With each edition, the company has

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Pardo Yachts lands in the UAE with a new dealer

For its official entry into the United Arab Emirates, Pardo Yachts went all out. The renowned Italian luxury yacht brand recently announced its expansion into the Gulf region with a double milestone: on one hand,

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Diamond Binta, 58 meters of charm with tailor-made philosophy

Diamond Binta is the latest masterpiece from Tankoa Yachts, the renowned Italian shipyard specializing in the construction of large luxurious yachts. Sold in 2021 and delivered in summer 2024, this 58-meter superyacht perfectly blends elegance

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Codecasa celebrates 200 years of activity

With the beginning of the year 2025, Codecasa Shipyards are celebrating their 200 years of activity, always and only managed by the Codecasa Family. This is an important goal, to be very proud of. Codecasa

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Aquila Power Catamarans expands its presence in Europe and Asia

Aquila Power Catamarans continues its ambitious global expansion with the announcement of two new international dealers, strengthening its presence across Europe and Asia. This strategic growth follows recent dealer partnerships in the Caribbean and Pacific

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CEM wraps up a stellar year and keeps growing

CEM further strengthens its leadership position in the market, closing the year with a 20% increase in revenue. The company, specializing in the production of pumps, autoclaves, vacuum systems, and fans for superyachts and yachts,

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Sergio Maggi: the evolution of design at Absolute Yachts

Sergio Maggi is the Chief Design Officer at Absolute Yachts, the Emilia-based shipyard renowned for its production of motor yachts ranging from 47 to 75 feet. Maggi boasts extensive experience in styling, designing, and developing

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Used Boats: a guide to avoid unpleasant surprises

The market for used boats, after experiencing a significant post-Covid boom, has slowed considerably, creating new challenges for industry professionals. While just two years ago it seemed like a new golden age for both new

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Ranieri at Boot with six boats, each more stunning than the last

The Boot Düsseldorf 2025 opened its doors on Saturday, and among the many exhibiting companies, one booth stands out with its unmistakable Italian-designed boats, including a national premiere. We’re talking about Ranieri International, which brought

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Absolute Yachts: the models on display at Boot 2025

Absolute Yachts is set to have a particularly interesting presence at the upcoming Boot Düsseldorf, which, it’s worth noting, opens its doors on January 18 and runs until January 26, welcoming visitors from all over

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Aquila 50 Yacht is coming soon to Europe and Italy

Aquila 50, Aquila 42, Aquila 46 Coupè: exciting news for Aquila Power Catamaran. The shipyard has confirmed its participation in the Miami International Boat Show, scheduled to take place from February 12 to 16, 2025.

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C-Tender 55: how a truly extraordinary custom yacht is built

With the technical launch scheduled for March, the construction of the new C-Tender 55 is progressing at full speed. This is a truly extraordinary yacht, built entirely custom using advanced techniques and construction methods typically

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Weaver’s Knot: little known, very useful

It has an intriguing name and is not widely known, but it is useful and easy to tie. It belongs to the large family of “loops, eyelets, or nooses on a single rope,” at least

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The (double) carrick bend: the most beautiful knot?

Its name might not sound particularly nautical, but rest assured, this knot boasts a long-standing and rich tradition. Belonging to the family of joining knots, it is often regarded not only as one of the

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Navaltecnosud storage cabin: winter protection for boats

The storage cabin is a highly practical solution for protecting boats during the winter and for shipyards needing to paint hulls. Navaltecnosud Boat Stand, a company specializing in the design, production and marketing of naval

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Anchor bend: reliable holding

The anchor bend is a knot that defies one of the fundamental characteristics of knots used in seafaring: the ability to secure firmly while still being easily undone when needed. Once tightened, the anchor bend

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Ice 52ST: innovative, essential, high tech

Elegance, speed, and comfort are the three key words of the new Ice 52ST, the latest creation from Ice Yachts, which embodies a perfect blend of innovative design and high performance. Born from the fusion

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Ocean Alexander 28L: The Debut of a Masterpiece

The debut of the new Ocean Alexander 28L . Ocean Alexander has unveiled its latest masterpiece: the 28 Meter Legend. This vessel falls into a more compact category compared to their latest gem, the 35

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PRESTIGE YACHTS: when West meets East

PRESTIGE YACHTS wraps up an exciting year, marked not only by impressive sales figures but also by its commitment to expanding its success from Europe and America to Asia and Australia. Indeed, the shipyard celebrated

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BAMAR: great projects and new products unveiled at METS

At METS in Amsterdam, BAMAR showcased its latest innovations in sailing equipment, including the GFSI CTS, a forestay furler designed for No Torsion cables, and E-Vang, the prototype of a new range of electric vangs

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The innovations of F.lli Razeto e Casareto at METS 2024

The participation of F.lli Razeto e Casareto at the Metstrade in Amsterdam was harbinger of many significant innovations. The Sori-based company, specializing in the production of technical hardware for the boating sector and deck handles

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No more generators! The revolution by Greenline Yachts

Greenline Yachts takes another big step in the direction of responsible yachting. The Slovenian shipyard, leader in the construction of hybrid motorboats, has indeed launched the Responsible Power Pack technology, a sound combination of bigger

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A rolling hitch to handle tension

A jammed line, a mooring line that needs shortening, or an anchor line to relieve—there are countless reasons on a boat to transfer tension from one line to another. The range of improvised methods people

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Claudio Magazzù: design begins with a blank sheet

Claudio Magazzù likes sinuous, seductive, elegant lines. That’s a fact. He falls in love with the curves he draws, immersing himself in what is often called “the flow,” a psychological state where nothing else exists—time,

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Aquila Power Catamarans has a new dealer in Hawaii

Hawaii’s premier boat brokerage joins the Aquila Power Catamarans family. The US brand, globally known for its elegant and high-performance power catamarans, has recently announced the entry of Hawaii Yacht Sales in its wide dealers

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On Test: 2Bar 82 – more than just a RIB

The 2Bar 82 delivers RIB performance with exceptional customization and impressive stability, making it a standout model. With a completely new design, it features unmistakable black tubes and unique tobacco-colored upholstery. Powered by two Mercury

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Ice 64 Explorer: futuristic and adventurous

Ice Yachts is developing a new model that promises to stand out, as evident from the first renderings. The Ice 64 Explorer is a high-quality fast cruiser, boasting an extraordinary use of space and lines

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Boats for Sale: the new, richer second-hand showcase

Boats for Sale is now packed with new features Yacht Digest, the publication by The International Yachting Media group, has recently adopted a new look and a fast, multimedia system that makes it easy to

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1000 miles in the Tyrrhenian Sea. Here is the docufilm

1000 Miles in the Tyrrhenian Sea is a docufilm that showcases the incredible beauty of this sea, a unique concentration of diversity unparalleled anywhere else in the world. Exceptionally deep and dotted with both submerged

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Absolute 70 Fly, the perfection in design and innovation

Absolute Yachts continues to tirelessly produce magnificent yachts for sailing across the world’s seas. Just a few days after announcing the new Navetta 62, the Emilia-based shipyard introduced the Absolute 70 Fly, a yacht that

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Vendée Globe 2024: the race is on!

The start of the Vendée Globe told by Alessandra Peparini, skipper for Greenpeace. Today, with relatively calm seas and light winds, the 40 skippers – including six women – have set sail from Les Sables

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Ocean Alexander 32E : new unit sold in USA

A new yacht from Ocean Alexander is about to sail the world’s oceans. The global leader in luxury superyacht production has recently announced the sale of wonderful 32E, the 32-meter explorer yacht that represents one of

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LUXIA YACHTS, where perfection meets craftsmanship

Luxia Yachts 375 GTS and Monaco ready to redefine the concept of luxury The genesis of LUXIA YACHTS is a journey through skills and contaminations. Technical experts and designers coming from specialized sectors such as

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Absolute Yachts shines at FLIBS 2024

Absolute Yachts never misses an opportunity to showcase its unique approach to yachting luxury at every boat show it attends. This was also the case at the 2024 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), held

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Grand Soleil 52 Performance, an evolving legacy

The heritage inherited from the past is a competitive advantage for companies with a long history. In English, this is known as “heritage,” and when thinking of the boating world, the name that most prominently

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Furlers for headsails? UBI MAIOR has the answer

Choosing the best furler for your boat’s headsail? In recent years, the idea that dominated since the early ’90s — a single furling genoa for all seasons — has been abandoned. Sailors are now differentiating

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RANIERI NEXT 255 LX, the daycruiser with a new style

Ranieri International NEXT 255 LX, the new model presented by the Soverato-based shipyard, confirms the strong desire to improve every year. The NEXT 255 LX incorporates all the main features of the NEXT 275, which

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Ice Yachts triumphs at Barcolana 2024

Ice Yachts triumphed at the 56th edition of the Barcolana, held last Sunday, October 13, in the Gulf of Trieste. The world’s most crowded sailing regatta saw the Salvirola-based shipyard claim first place in its

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Scanner Envy 1500 wins the 2024 Design Innovation Award

We already wrote last February that the brand-new Scanner Envy 1500 was a beauty when, during the Dusseldorf Boat Show, we were fortunate enough to exclusively publish the first renderings of Scanner Marine’s new flagship.

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New AMERICA 35 unveiled at the Genoa Boat Show

ECHO YACHT is a very young brand with a history spanning over 40 years. The company is made up of individuals who have acquired significant know-how in the nautical field. The decision to launch the

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Thunderstreak: a Great Story on a Legendary Bertram 31

Like all good stories, Thunderstreak, a 1963 vintage Bertram 31’ race boat has lived life in chapters. Heroes, villains, drama, despair and victorious resurrection have all contributed to her past and created her glorious present.

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Vistamare, the new ultra-slim portholes by Nemo

The new ultra-slim porthole series by Nemo is something unprecedented in the boating world. Named Vistamare and unveiled at the last Genoa International Boat Show, held from September 19 to 24, this new line from

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Greenline 58 Fly Hybrid : low-emission yachting

Visitors to the Cannes Yachting Festival had the opportunity to see the new Greenline 58 Fly Hybrid in action. This yacht, currently the flagship of the Greenline fleet, demonstrates how luxury and eco responsibility can

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Guidi Srl increases its foreign revenue

Guidi srl continues to solidify its significant growth. This was evident at the latest Genoa International Boat Show, where the company participated under the banner of its ongoing and steady development. For the company, which

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ABSOLUTE NAVETTA 53, refined design and unique style

ABSOLUTE NAVETTA 53: the new layout is even more elegant, with a truly unmistakable style The trawler is a cruising yacht characterized by the presence of a displacement hull or, as increasingly common in modern

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Ice Yachts triumphs at the Bernetti Trophy

The crew of Fiamme Gialle-NICE won the 53rd edition of the Bernetti Trophy, held yesterday in the waters of Trieste. The team claimed first place in the Open category. The competition, which took place on

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Nimbus Group closes two Finnish production facilities

Nimbus Group has decided to close two Finnish production facilities in Kuopio and Luoto, specializing in the construction of small-sized boats. A total of 140 employees are affected, the majority of whom have already been

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Magazzù M16: 100 miles of rough seas on a superboat

Magazzù M16: here’s how the new flagship performs when conditions get tough Magazzù has always been the undisputed icon of high-end maxi-ribs—fascinating inflatables that stand out for their beauty and reliability at sea. These strengths

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The new 2 Bar 68, 12 people in less than 7 meters

Outings on your inflatable are even more comfortable and fun with the 2 Bar 68. The latest addition from the Neapolitan yard was presented at the Genoa International Boat Show and from the very first

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Magazzù chooses Flexiteek for its Maxi-Ribs

“Our green spirit led us to choose Flexiteek instead of traditional teak, and we are convinced we made the right choice”. Claudio Magazzù says these words at the Cannes Yachting Festival as he proudly looks

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The evolution of the C-Tender 40: even more spacious

The evolution of the C-Tender 40 is now even more refined, elegant, and spacious. The Italian shipyard chose the most prestigious showcase in the industry, the Cannes Yachting Festival 2024, to present it as a

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Aquila Power Catamarans conquering Cannes

Aquila Power Catamarans, a world leader in the production of innovative and high-quality power catamarans, is participating in the 2024 Cannes Yachting Festival, showcasing its two flagship models that are already winning the hearts and

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Ranieri Cayman 19 Sport: power and character

The Ranieri Cayman 19 Sport is an inflatable boat that’s truly accessible to everyone, as it can perform well with just a 40-horsepower engine, which doesn’t require a boating license. The smallest model in the

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TuttoBarche becomes YachtDigest and shifts into high gear

TuttoBarche becomes YACHT DIGEST  It seems incredible, but ten years have already passed since the birth of THE INTERNATIONAL YACHTING MEDIA, the yachting digital publisher that, founded in 2013, went online with its first pages

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PRESTIGE F-Line 5.7, the evolution of the species

The PRESTIGE F-Line 5.7 introduces a concept, a cruising experience, and living spaces that are truly innovative, designed to meet the new expectations and aspirations of high-end yachting enthusiasts. The second model of the new

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Sailboat charter: 8 considerations before booking

Sailboat charter: the ultimate guide to considerations before booking It’s a winter evening, you’re having dinner with a couple of friends, and you nostalgically reminisce about last summer’s vacations, dreaming of the sea, sunsets on

RIB Tubes Maintenance

Guide to RIB Tubes Maintenance

Guide to RIB Tubes Maintenance : tips to avoid common mistakes If it is not an exact science, it’s very close to that. Tubes maintenance requires  scrupulous care and an almost scientific procedure that many RIB owners

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5 things not to do during a boat holiday

For all those who cannot resist lists, here is my personal list of the five things not to do during a boat holiday so that the latter can be really nice. 1 – Don’t contradict

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Ponza Boat Ticket: details and rates

As of August 1, 2024, the “Ponza Ticket” has come into effect, a mandatory fee for all boat owners who wish to navigate through the beautiful waters of the Lazio island. The mooring ticket is

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Poldo Dog Couture: the luxurious dog kit for boating

Our four-legged friends often accompany us during our boat vacations, but until now, no one had thought of making their onboard life more comfortable. Addressing this gap is Poldo Dog Couture, an Italian brand specializing

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Ranieri Cayman 33.0 Executive, a breath-taking test

The Ranieri Cayman 33.0 Executive is the new RIB that will be officially presented at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2024 and will complete the range offered by the shipyard, which starts with the Cayman One,

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Sanlorenzo acquires the Nautor Swan group

The news is shaking the world of yachting: Sanlorenzo will acquire 100% of the Nautor Swan Group from Sawa. The announcement was made yesterday and represents a significant acquisition for the sector. Specifically, Sanlorenzo S.p.A.

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Boat storage rack, for storing boats safely

Boat storage rack, an Italian innovation in American style Navaltecnosud Boat Stand never stops introducing innovative products to the market to make work in shipyards easier and safer. As is well known, the Apulian company

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Ocean Alexander 35 Puro: hull #1 sold in Florida

Ocean Alexander 35 Puro is a truly phenomenal yacht, and the market has swiftly confirmed it. The Taiwanese builder announced the sale of the first model just days after its debut at the Palm Beach

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Armonia SGR: at the Grand Soleil Cup to immerse in yachting

Armonia SGR is a special asset management company. Owned and controlled by its own managers, it adopts a medium to long-term investment strategy that respects the principles of Corporate Social Responsibility. However, the uniqueness of

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Cantiere del Pardo: three world debuts in Cannes

Cantiere del Pardo is preparing for a grand presence at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2024. The historic brand, which has been writing the most important pages of Italian yachting since 1973, is set to delight

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Surface propellers: we talked about them with Luca Radice

Surface propellers are a concept established over forty years ago, representing a significant evolution in motor boating. This innovation is credited to Italian engineer Buzzi, who in 1975 designed adjustable surface propellers. In 1979, Howard

Oyster Yachts

OYSTER YACHTS: THE STATE OF THE ART

The year 2024 marks a decisive turning point in the revitalization process of the Oyster Yachts brand.Forecasts speak of a return to the last as early as this year For Oyster Yachts, the UK’s leading

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Besenzoni Ischia, the fluid and rigorous deck chair

A deck chair designed by Francesco Forcellini and inspired by the high-tech nature and precision of Besenzoni’s products, as well as by the concept of fluid living. Besenzoni Ischia is the latest addition launched by

Balance Catamarans

Balance Catamarans: a brand entirely built by blue water sailors

  Balance Catamarans – a brand entirely built by blue water sailors and big wave surfers, will tell you its origins go back to one simple concept: listening to the wisdom and needs of other sailors.   Today, this innovative catamaran builder offers five models

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Greenline 48: timeless design, even after 10 years

Evergreen yacht design is a rare touch, but this is exactly what happened to the Greenline 48 – Although the original design of this mid-sized cruiser was first unveiled 10 years ago, it has proven

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Selva T 230 VIB and ePropulsion eLite: the test begins

Selva T 230 VIB ed ePropulsion eLite: the test begins. It’s no surprise that a tender and an outboard engine are two indispensable accessories. Inseparable companions of our summer cruises, they allow us to disembark,

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OSMOSEA aboard VENTO DI SARDEGNA

OSMOSEA aboard VENTO DI SARDEGNA marks a significant adventure for Andrea Mura, reaffirming his love for the sea and long-distance sailing. Another challenge for him is the Global Solo Challenge, one of the toughest solo

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WISE EQUITY enters the capital of Absolute Yachts

Wise Equity has entered the capital of Absolute Yachts. Just a few minutes ago, news broke of the signing of a binding agreement that involves the acquisition of a majority stake by the Wisequity VI

Fiart

Fiart shines at European boat shows

Fiart has put an excellent edition of the Venice Boat Show behind it alongside with another important appointment in Monte Carlo, where on Saturday, June 15, it participated in the Mercy Ship Gala charity event.

stoppani

Antifouling for boats: everything you need to know

Antifouling is designed to protect the hulls of boats from the accumulation of algae and small marine organisms that settle on submerged parts. Beyond aesthetic reasons, antifouling is periodically applied to boats because the long-term

greenline yachts

Greenline surpasses 1000 eco-friendly boats sold

If there’s a pioneer of hybrid technology in the boating industry worldwide, it’s Greenline. The Slovenian shipyard has developed a distinctive philosophy of responsible yachting, leading to the creation of eight hybrid models ranging from

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First Outremer 45 launched, the featherweight of catamarans

The announcement is one of importance, confirming the significant growth in the catamaran sector, particularly for Outremer, which is distinguished for completely reinventing the standards of this type of vessel. The first Outremer 45 was

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Ice Yachts triumphs at the 2024 151 Miglia regatta

The results achieved by Ice Yachts at the 151 Miglia are extraordinary. The prestigious regatta took place from May 30 to June 1, with the Salvirola-based shipyard participating with two yachts: Goose (ICE 52 RS)

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Boat trailers: ideal for handling in shipyards

The handling and management of boats are key aspects within shipyards and require specific and safe professional equipment. For this reason, Navaltecnosud Boat Stand, an Italian company specializing in the production of cradles and stands

La Belle Classe Academy becomes an official RYA training centre

Yacht Club de Monaco has achieved official recognition as an RYA (Royal Yachting Association) training centre, marking another milestone in its commitment to provide excellence in the maritime education field. Held in English, RYA certificated courses

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Prestige M8 conquers Venice

These days, at the Venice Boat Show, one yacht stands out more than the others. It is the Prestige M8, the flagship of the French shipyard, showcased prominently to capture the attention of the public

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ITALYURE DAY, a huge success

The ITALYURE DAY, held in Marina Torre Annunziata a few days ago, was an event that featured boat owners and everyone who made this success possible. With this event, the shipyard aimed to strengthen ties

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Boat blowers: how to choose the best model

Boat blowers, also known as fans or ventilators, are an essential component for any boat. These devices are particularly important for the engine room, as they not only provide the necessary air for combustion in

Jeanneau Owner's meeting

JEANNEAU YACHTS OWNER’S MEETING, 25 years of success

JEANNEAU YACHTS OWNER’S MEETING 2024, S.TROPEZ at its 25th edition Every year, the French shipyard Jeanneau gathers the owners of Jeanneau Yachts models at this dedicated location for grand sailing. Three days filled with passion

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Boat Camping Guide: the tent to sleep on board

Boat Camping tent: aft installation has many advantages. Here’s what The first boat camping experience almost always includes the installation of a “Quechua” tent in the foredeck of the boat. Only a few people, however,

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MAR.CO E-Motion 32, comfort and style take the lead

Just looking at it while it’s moored, you can understand that we’re facing a concentration of sportiness and elegance. The MAR.CO E-Motion 32 is a high-performance, aggressive RIB. This version in metallic anthracite gray, with

WELLCRAFT 435

Wellcraft 435, muscly and unsuspectingly exquisite

Wellcraft 435: sea trial of a truly unique yacht  When the internationally renowned designer Camillo Garroni and the celebrated naval engineer Michael Peters work together, the result always exceeds expectations. The new Wellcraft 435, which

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Prestige Yachts at PIBS with three dream boats

Prestige Yachts will join the Palma International Boat Show 2024, scheduled from April 25th to 28th, with three of its most iconic boats: the X60, M48, and F4 models, ready to enchant the audience of

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Boat Fenders: how to choose and use them properly

Fenders play a crucial role in preserving the integrity of boats when they are moored or approaching a dock, protecting them from impacts against the dock or other vessels. But what exactly are fenders? What

International Multihull Show

International Multihull Show 2024: a record edition

The International Multihull Show in La Grande Motte has just wrapped up a record-breaking edition, reaffirming its position as a leading global B2B and B2C commercial event and already looking forward to the 2025 edition

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Sacs Tecnorib chooses Italian Yacht Store

Sacs Tecnorib expands its distribution network in Italy thanks to a new agreement with Italian Yacht Store, marking a significant alliance in the Italian boating panorama. This partnership between the Brianza-based shipyard specializing in the

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Cantiere Del Pardo opens its first US office

Fort Lauderdale is increasingly becoming the beating hurt of yachting in the United States. This is attributed not only to the international boat show held every autumn for a remarkable 65 years but also because

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Boat filler: what characteristics for the best product

Let’s discover the most important technical aspects that a shipyard should consider when choosing a boat filler Boats are primarily objects of pleasure, but often their owners are unaware of the complexity behind their construction.

Bamar furlers

Bamar furlers withstand the most extreme regattas

How to prepare a sailboat to withstand storms of over 60 knots and waves as high as 7 meters? We asked someone who has done it successfully: Francesco Tamburini, Sales Manager at Bamar, is indeed

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CAPE ARROW is for sale: price and where to see her

She’s currently in Italy, specifically at the port of La Spezia, where you can inspect and admire her in all her beauty. We’re talking about the SW100RS Cape Arrow, a 100-foot marvel built in 2011.

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Sunreef Yachts inaugurates a new shipyard in UAE

Sunreef Yachts keeps on growing, determined to continue its global expansion strategy in the yachting sector. The Polish company, already the owner of two shipyards in Gdansk with over 125,000 square meters of industrial space,

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Just six months to go until the America’s Cup 2024

“Your Majesty, there is no second.” Just six months to go until the America’s Cup.The Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup begins on 22 August in Barcelona, with 6 teams competing for the oldest trophy in

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Ocean Alexander 35P, the Puro Series has been launched

Pure luxury yachting personified in the Ocean Alexander 35PThe 113-foot yacht will be presented at the International Boat Show in Palm Beach.  Ocean Alexander has announced the launch of its Puro Series, featuring the debut

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Green hydrogen pontoon unveiled in Monaco

Green hydrogen pontoon unveiled in Monaco – designed to supply teams competing in the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge The Monaco Energy Boat Challenge, this year taking place from 1 to 7 July 2024, is a

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PIRELLI 42 Special Edition 

Pirelli 42 special edition by Mansory: the high-tech maxi-rib will be presented at the Dubai International Boat Show on 28 February.  Sacs TecnoRib, based at Roncello in the Brianza region of Italy, is continuing its

Fiart

Fiart seduces the USA with Seawalker 35 and 39

These are the two most iconic boats from the Neapolitan shipyard Fiart, and they have effortlessly captured the hearts and desires of the American audience, garnering attention and admiration at the Miami International Boat Show.

Four Winns H9

Four Winns H9: 30 feet and a unique side platform

30 feet of intelligently designed craftsmanship with meticulous attention to detail, this modular and fully customizable boat is the latest creation from Four Winns. Confirming its top-notch standards in the industry, the H9 stands as

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Sacs Tecnorib in 2023: growth, innovation and success

Sacs Tecnorib has solidified its leading position in the maxirib market by presenting its 2023 financial data during its participation at the Düsseldorf Boat Show. With an average revenue increase of +25% over the last

Absolute yachts

Absolute yachts conquer Miami

The four Absolute yachts on display at the Miami International Boat Show these days are impeccable. From the flagship Navetta 75 to the small and sporty 48 Coupé, passing through the Navetta 58 and 52,

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Greenline: the gentleman boating lifestyle

Greenline has revolutionized the world of boating not only through hybrid, electric and solar-powered propulsion, of which it was the world’s first pioneer but also for having built a true lifestyle recognized by all its

Solemar SE33

Solemar SE33: the new cabin RIB unveiled in world premiere

It’s called Solemar SE33, and it’s the latest cabin RIB from the iconic Bergamo-based shipyard. This is news we’re fortunate to share with you in a worldwide preview, reaffirming Solemar’s determination to become a key

Prestige Yachts

PRESTIGE YACHTS: two new models coming in 2024

Prestige continues to invest to solidify its leading position in the yachting industry. The French shipyard specializing in luxury boats and yachts has chosen the showcase of the Düsseldorf Boat Show to crown a year

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SCANNER ENVY 1500: the new flagship has come

New SCANNER ENVY 1500 unveiled, first sea trials scheduled to take place soon The news had been circulating for a few weeks then, meeting Fabio Montemitro during the Dusseldorf boat show, we received confirmation and

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Quick Group acquires Yachting Marine Service (YMS)

Quick Group, a leading global player in the naval engineering sector, has enthusiastically announced the acquisition of Yachting Marine Service (YMS), an important service hub based in Florida. This operation reaffirms Quick’s commitment to providing

Flipper 900 DC

Flipper 900 DC is the 2024 motor boat of the year

Flipper 900 DC is the best motor boat of 2024 in the over 30-foot category. Nimbus Group’s sophisticated and sporty day cruiser has won the prestigious ‘Motorboat of the Year 2024‘ award from the authoritative

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Intercepta X: Quick presents its new range of trim correctors

Intercepta X, trim correctors are custom-made A new, tailor-made oriented range of trim correctors for boat stabilization. Quick, international leader in the marine equipment industry, has chosen the prestigious showcase of the 2024 Boot Dusseldorf

Solemar SX27

Solemar SX27: 100 miles aboard a mini Maxi-Rib

100 miles aboard the new Solemar SX27.  It is difficult to be unimpressed by Solemar’s big comeback. These are legendary inflatables that, starting in the 1980s, literally captivated a loyal audience of owners who chose

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Boat osmosis: how to recognize and treat it

Boat osmosis: how to recognize this phenomenon, which can inevitably damage a boat’s hull, and act accordingly to restore it. Osmosis is a terrible “disease” that attacks the fibreglass of the boat, but don’t panic

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AWEN Outremer 52 Maiden Voyage, by Holly & Stèphane

Foreword by Luca D’Ambrosio, Editor-in-Chief  I had the pleasure of meeting Holly & Stephane at the last Cannes boat show, and they immediately impressed me with their great determination to follow their dream: to live

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Jeanneau DB/37 OB premiers in the US

Just a year after her larger sibling made a splash, the new Jeanneau DB/37 OB was introduced at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show this October. The previous DB/43 was such a hit that the

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Nuova Jolly Prince 33 CC, boat review

New Jolly Prince 33 CC: American premiere at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.  Europeans are well ahead of US boaters in certain ideas and one of those is using large rigid inflatables (RIBs) as

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Prestige Yachts M8 Power Catamaran

Power catamarans are gaining popularity and taking over cruising with the motto “bigger is better”. Several builders have launched massive 80-foot luxury models and now Prestige officially splashed the M Line with the second in

wellcraft-fisherman

New Wellcraft Fisherman : unlimited boat fishing

Wellcraft Boats, a legendary boating brand for over 65 years, continues its commitment to innovation and excellence. The renowned American boat builder chose the showcase of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, held from October

2BAR

2BAR, the inflatables that conquer at first sight

2BAR manufactures inflatable boats that conquer all, fast, light, fully customizable with colors and accessories, young, recognizable and unique. Company founders PIETRO BARBIERI and his daughter FRANCESCA have always wanted to provide the market with

Pegasus 50

Pegasus 50, hull #8 and 9 launched

Important milestones have been reached at Pegasus Yachts, the young Slovenian boatyard that in recent years has distinguished itself for the construction of the Pegasus 50, a sleek sailboat with a contemporary design that has

Filippetti S 55 Daemon

Filippetti S 55 Daemon, perfection flies at 50 knots

New, aggressive and beautiful, the Filippetti S 55 Daemon has been the undisputed star of the high-end sports yacht segment at this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival. Built with exceptional craftsmanship at the iconic Mondolfo-based yard

PROTAGON 20

On Test. PROTAGON 20 by Selva Marine: sporty and versatile cruising

PROTAGON 20 by Selva Marine is a perfect combination of innovation, performance and comfort. Boasting cutting-edge lines and out-out-the-ordinary features, this open boat represents a remarkable turning point in yachting innovation, combining an appealing design

ice yachts

Ice Yachts : how quality boats are built

Carbon fibre has played a key role in the technical evolution that yachting has undergone in recent years. This is well known by Ice Yachts, the Italian boatyard that has exploited carbon fibre as a

Nimbus W11

Nimbus W11, the Weekend Warrior

Whether it’s a day trip or a weekend adventure, the Nimbus W11 is ready for anything.  It’s hard to believe there is anyone more passionate about boating than Americans, but in the case of Swedes,

MC2 Quick Gyro Stabilizer

Top 5 Reasons to Own a MC2 Quick Gyro Stabilizer

MC2 Quick Gyro Stabilizer can reduce a vessel’s roll by up to 95 percent and have a host of advantages over its competition.  One of the biggest game-changers for vessels ranging from small center consoles to

Ubi Maior

Ubi Maior’s “electric” innovations at MetsTrade 2023

Ubi Maior‘s revolutionary innovations for sailboats are set to conquer MetsTrade in Amsterdam, the world’s largest trade exhibition of marine equipment, materials and systems. At the Dutch event, scheduled for Nov. 15-17, Ubi Maior will

AMPERMARINE MICROLED

AMPERMARINE presents new MICROLED for gangways and stairs

AMPERMARINE will be present at METS Amsterdam with its new MICROLED, a product dedicated to the lighting of gangways and stairs for yachts and superyachts.  Lighting for gangways and on-board stairs is increasingly important from

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Deep sea trolling in the Mediterranean

Deep sea trolling: preys, areas and periods Deep sea trolling is an offshore fishing technique practiced all over the world, which targets large pelagic predators and which, even in the Mediterranean, can give great excitement

Solemar SX34

On Test. Solemar SX34: a “legendary” RIB

The big comeback we’ve been waiting for is now out in the open: Solemar SX34 is the new flagship of the popular Made in Italy Rib company’s sport and day-cruising line that made its (new)

Rio Yachts Daytona 45

Daytona 45: the new open yacht by Rio Yachts

Rio Yachts Daytona 45: the first exclusive images of the new luxury open cruiser The launch of the new Daytona 45 completes a successful range of luxurious and sporty boats distinguished by their high level

Greenline 58 FLY

GREENLINE 58 FLY, the new flagship on test

GREENLINE 58 FLY, the new flagship of GREENLINE YACHT, debuted at the Cannes and Genoa boat shows finding a lot of interest and great appreciation from the public. A true floating villa that encompasses all

Solemar

Solemar: the big comeback that enchanted Genoa

It was a flashback that took by surprise the many visitors to the 63rd Genoa Boat Show that of the Italian RIB company Solemar: the big comeback has happened, and now it is officially present

ITALYURE 35 WALKAROUND

ITALYURE 35, the new walkaroud on test

ITALYURE 35 WALKAROUND, the shipyard’s new model world premiered at the Genoa International Boat Show. Born to meet the needs of many owners who, having appreciated the shipyard’s 38 footer, wanted a boat with the

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FIART 43 SEAWALKER PANORAMA Sea Trial

FIART 43 SEAWALKER PANORAMA, the latest addition to the FIART range is promising and made an immediate impression at the CANNES YACHTING FESTIVAL, attracting the interest of many owners and visitors. The Panorama version of

Selva Marine

Selva Marine: Italian excellence in outboard engines and more

The highest Made in Italy quality, innovative production technologies, ongoing expansion and, of course, its iconic outboards: this is Selva Marine. The company, originally producing components for the Lambretta Innocenti on the outskirts of Milan

Rebel 50G

Rebel 50G, the superyacht-like luxury Maxi Rib

Making its debut at the Monaco Yacht Show 2023, Rebel 50G is the latest addition to the Sacs Tecnorib range and is destined to conquer the hearts of luxury Maxi Rib enthusiasts. The Principality’s showcase

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Design Innovation Award 2023: all winners announced

The winners of the Design Innovation Award, the prestigious prize for excellence in the boating industry established by the Italian Marine Industry Association and now having reached its 4th edition, have been announced. The award

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Guidi lands in the United States with Guidi America Inc.

Guidi Srl has just opened its subsidiary Guidi America Inc. in Florida to conquer the US boating market. The growth of the Italian manufacturer of valves, inlet filters and nautical accessories therefore continues unabated. The

Oblò

Oblò : the new design handle that enhances simplicity

From the classic shapes of old portholes comes the inspiration for F.lli Razeto & Casareto‘s new refined design by Zuccon International Project presented on the second day of the 63rd Genoa International Boat Show. A

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Outremer conquers the Cannes Yachting Festival

Outremer has always designed and manufactured fast and extremely safe ocean cruising catamarans designed for long and comfortable cruising. At the Cannes show, we had the chance to climb aboard the two models the shipyard

WELLCRAFT 435

On Test. Wellcraft 435: when luxury meets audacity

When something is beautiful, I mean really beautiful, you don’t need too many words… this is the case with the new Wellcraft 435 performance cruiser. The new flagship of the renowned American brand, part of

Isofan Marine

Isofan Marine: the freedom of uncompromised painting

The Stoppani paint range keeps on innovating the world of marine painting thanks to its Isofan Marine line: the complete painting system that, from primer to finish, offers a wide chromatic variety allowing the owner

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Quick Group reorganizes its top management

Great changes for Quick Group,one of the world’s leading companies specializing in the production of nautical equipment and particularly renowned for its high-tech thrusters. Always an active and dynamic player in the pursuit of innovation,

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MAR.CO at Cannes and Genoa boat shows with two unique boats

There is very little time left now until the start of the 2023 edition of the famous Cannes Yachting Festival, and the MAR.CO MARINE COSTRUZIONI company, which has been manufacturing extraordinarily well-crafted inflatables for more

Benetti Class 44M

Benetti Class 44M, the new barrier-free flagship

A yacht that knows how to be “transparent”, with the elimination of all barriers between indoors and outdoors and every detail designed to have the least possible aesthetic and environmental impact. Benetti Class 44M is

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ICE YACHTS: two world premieres at Cannes

ICE 70 Grand Comfort and ICE 52 RS Anniversary are the two head*turning world premieres Ice Yachts is presenting at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2023. Both models are the result of collaboration with the FELCI

Prestige M8

Prestige M8: reinventing the motor catamaran

PRESTIGE M8: Camillo Garroni does not innovate but, literally, reinvents the motor catamaran. The launch of the new Prestige M8 finally breaks the mold of a market exaggeratedly accustomed to considering motor catamarans as surrogates

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ICE YACHTS launches “Gooses”, Ice 52 no. 17

ICE YACHTS LAUNCHES ITS 17TH ICE 52 ICE YACHTS 52 “Goose” is the ICE 52 no. 17 launched by the shipyard as a part of the RS series which includes the lighter, sporty and high-performance

Prestige F4

PRESTIGE F4, sea trial of an out-of-the-ordinary yacht

PRESTIGE YACHTS, the art of sophisticated living Backed by decades of experience, PRESTIGE YACHTS represents the pinnacle of French nautical engineering. Today, this willingness to innovate and offer cutting-edge products has resulted in the birth

Selva Marine

Selva Marine: how an outboard is born

Selva Marine : from metal to outboards “There are only two companies in Italy that are able to switch from an aluminium block to a complete engine. One is Ferrari, the other is Selva Marine”.

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ITALYURE, another record year

ITALYURE celebrates two record-breaking years and is preparing to launch a new model. The model that first caught the market’s attention was the 38-footer that, presented at the Genoa Boat Show in 2021, immediately found

SamBoat

SamBoat: the advantages of one-to-one boat rental

Renting a boat has never been so safe: SamBoat, the leading boat rental website offering over 50,000 private and professional boats, connects owners and tenants in a few simple clicks. Whether it’s a sailboat, a

Moorsimply

Moorsimply: mooring has never been so easy

It will have happened to many of you to arrive in port and have to provide autonomously for the mooring of your boat, an operation not always easy to manage, at least until now that,

Calzedonia Group

Calzedonia Group acquires Cantiere del Pardo

Calzedonia Group and Wise Equity fund announce the signing of a binding contract for the acquisition of Cantiere del Pardo. Decisive to conclude the operation was the meeting with the historical managers of the shipyard,

ICE 70 Mavì

S/Y MAVI’: Ice 70 No. 4 launched

Her name is MAVI’ and is the fourth stunning ICE 70 to hit the water. She is part of a highly successful series, which has already seen the birth of unique boats such as the

cannes-yachting-festival

Guide to the Cannes Yachting Festival 2023

For over 45 years, the Cannes Yachting Festival has been the first major international event of the boating season, as well as the Europe’s largest in-water boat show. The 2023 6-day edition, which will be

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Cantiere del Pardo: 50 years of history and success

The year 2023 marks an important milestone for Cantiere del Pardo. The shipyard, in fact, has recently celebrated its first 50th anniversary. Half a century of Italian naval tradition aimed at always offering the best

RIO INAGUA S

Rio Inagua S: 100 miles aboard an out-of-the-ordinary RIB

Boasting a design that is finally different from a multitude of widely resembling inflatables, the new Rio Inagua S immediately caught the attention of a target audience that is increasingly looking for very distinctive Maxi-Ribs.

Eolo Nove

New Eolo Nove finally unveiled

Interview with Gaetano Fortunato, General Manager at Eolo Marine: “Here are the first tests aboard Eolo 9” Eolo 9, the latest jewel from Eolo Marine, has been unveiled and, as expected, has amply fulfilled the

Italian Lighthouses Rib experience

Italian Lighthouses Rib experience

Italian Lighthouses Rib Experience, starting from the Genoa Boat Show Official start in the fall from the Genoa Boat Show, more exactly from the Lanterna, with the following legs: the lighthouses of Olbia, Giglio Island,

Mercury 500R

Mercury 500R, we tested them in world premiere

Mercury 500R: sea trial for the most powerful outboards ever. A special atmosphere is in the air at Mercury Racing. May be because the headquarters are in Wisconsin, but everyone here is friendly, straightforward and,

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The Ship of Philosophers

At the port of Petrograd it is midnight of September 29th, 1922. The moon is high, its hump is to the west and promises salvation. At the dock the ocean liner Oberbürgermeister Haken (The Ship

Absolute 52 Fly

Absolute 52 Fly, sea trial for the queen of space

Presented as a world premiere at this year’s Miami boat show, the new Absolute 52 Fly, while sharing its name with its legendary and namesake predecessor (2017), is a completely new boat. New design, both

Allures 51.9

The ALLURES 51.9 making waves

We find out as we test their flagship model, the Allures 51.9, on a blustery day in Cherbourg, France. The Allures sailboats, also this Allures 51.9, are designed and constructed in the same French shipyard

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Flexiteek, the university of synthetic teak

Synthetic teak: interview with Federico Falchieri of Flexiteek Italia Aesthetics, long-lastingness and performance. These are the strengths of synthetic teak from Flexiteek Italia, a leading company in this fast-growing sector that, since 2000, has been

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Casting off safely in windy weather

Casting off safely: three tricks for easy maneuvres in port It’s time to cast off. A nice fresh wind promises exciting navigation giving us a few hours of pure sailing. But… But the same wind

Greenline Yachts

Greenline Yachts to conquer Spain

Greenline Yachts is continuing to expand throughout the Mediterranean, and now, it conquers another important result: Spain. Thanks to its recent partnership with Argo Yachting, a company born from the larger Princess Motor Yacht Sales,

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On Test. Scanner Envy 1200 TT Inboard: cruising on silk

Not only beautiful, Scanner Envy 1200 TT Inboard is also high-performance, adrenaline-pumping, and incredibly stable. While at first the most striking thing is her clean and sporty design, once on board, you will be surprised

Outremer 52

Outremer 52, the queen of blue water cruisers has come

It is hard to pass by the new Outremer 52 without stopping and admiring her. Beautiful, sporty and decidedly innovative, Outremer Catamarans’ latest addition is not only the novelty of the year but also represents

Yacht Digest 15

Yacht Digest 15: online with a new French edition

Yacht Digest 15: with the French edition, the number of international publications from the group, the digital leader in the yachting industry, rises to 15. The success of THE INTERNATIONAL YACHTING MEDIA is unstoppable, and

Discovering the teams of the 37th America’s Cup

Discovering each 37th America’s Cup team INEOS BRITANNI team The British America’s Cup team, INEOS Britannia, launched their first test boat for the 37th America’s Cup, code-named T6, designed and built-in collaboration with Mercedes-AMG F1

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On Test. Cap Camarat 10.5 CC: the king of fun

Just over ten metres of pure adrenaline: this is the new flagship of the Cap Camarat range. The new center console model, Cap Camarat 10.5 CC, is the latest addition to Jeanneau’s sporty line. It

37th America's Cup

37th America’s Cup regatta dates announced

As you know, the official dates of the 37th America’s Cup are scheduled for the 2024 regatta, the event will kick off in Barcelona on Saturday, 12 October and wrap up on Sunday, 20 October,

Absolute Yachts Export Champions Ranking 2023

2023 Export Champions ranking: Absolute Yachts in 36th place

Exports continue to drive the growth in Italian GDP, sustaining the high reputation of Italian-made products around the world. In this context, the Podenzano-based shipyard Absolute Yachts specializing in the production of high-quality yachts, took

Nimbus Group EdgeWater Power Boats

Nimbus Group acquires EdgeWater Power Boats

It’s official: Nimbus Group has announced the acquisition of all of the shares in the EdgeWater Power Boats company for a cash consideration of USD 9.5 million on a cash and debt free basis. The

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Superyachts: Arabic and French editions launched

SUPERYACHTS, the magazine dedicated to large yachts published by THE INTERNATIONAL YACHTING MEDIA, keeps on growing. From today, it has been enriched with two editions, one dedicated to the Arabian market and one reserved for

pirelli

Design in the history of Pirelli

The year 2022 celebrated the first 150 years of the Pirelli Group, which was founded in Milan in 1872 by engineer Giovanni Battista Pirelli, who opened the first factory in Italy for the processing of

Grand Soleil Cup 2023

All set for the Grand Soleil Cup 2023

Grand Soleil Cup 2023, the much-awaited event for Grand Soleil owners, is back in a double edition that, scheduled to take place on June 24-25, promises to be unforgettable for all those who will participate.

Monaco

Monaco Smart Yacht Rendezvous

Following the success of the first two editions of the Monaco Smart & Sustainable Marina Rendez-vous (next edition on September 24 and 25, 2023), M3 (Monaco Marina Management), a Monegasque company specializing in the management

Monaco Superyacht Chef Competition

The 2023 Monaco Superyacht Chef Competition

The Monaco 2023 Superyacht Chef Competition is back, registrations are now open! Organised by Yacht Club de Monaco partnered with Bluewater, the Superyacht Chef Competition returns for a fourth year on Thursday, 30 March 2023.

Absolute 52 Fly

Absolute 52 FLY strikes Miami Boat Show bull’s eye

Absolute 52 FLY: luxurious livability within limited dimensions.  Drawing rousing applause at her Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show (DBMIBS) world premiere, Absolute 52 FLY struck the bull’s eye with great accuracy advancing its design

Es vedrà

The enigmatic Es Vedrà: Ibiza’s limestone legend

Blurring the lines between reality, fairy tale and fantasy of the mysterious island. Es Vedrà, the enigmatic rock full of mystery rising off the South East coast of Cala d’Hort in Ibiza, has a history

Aquador 300HT

AQUADOR 300HT World premiere 

First, look at the 2023 Aquador 300HT boat. With a reputation for intelligent functionality, Scandinavian design, and elegance, it’s no wonder Aquador is a well-known brand in the boating industry. And the new model series

quick spa

Quick Spa is growing: record turnover in 2022

Quick Spa, a renowned company specializing in the production of high-quality marine equipment, is constantly growing, and the numbers confirm it. Founded in the 1980s, Quick offers a wide range of high-tech products, including battery

Pirelli speedboats

Pirelli speedboats at the Miami Boat Show

PIRELLI speedboats made their debut in the US market with the American premiere of the world-famous PIRELLI 35 and PIRELLI 50 on display at the recently concluded Miami International Boat Show. Present in the American

Explorer Yacht 62

The revolutionary Explorer Yacht 62 conquers Düsseldorf

The first jewel of Explorer Yacht, a 62-foot luxury boat, has already won everyone over. Exhibited at Boot Düsseldorf late last January, it gained recognition for innovation and quality, convincing visitors and industry enthusiasts alike.

Dubai International Boat Show

All set for the Dubai International Boat Show 2023

Here are the info and useful links not to miss anything from the Dubai International Boat Show Dubai International Boat Show is getting ready to welcome more than 30,000 visitors to the seafront district Dubai Harbour

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Author’s cocktails aboard

Whether sailing toward the sun, perhaps hidden among the pale rocks of an unknown island, or slowly motoring between overcrowded coves, any moment might be the right one to put the tumblers in the cooler

Ice Yachts 53ss

Ice Yachts 53ss: the ‘bomb’ has taken off

The new 53ss from Ice Yachts is on her way: the sportiest custom-built model of the yard has begun to take shape, and will be finished by this summer. Crazy but impressive, the project aims

Pirelli 30

PIRELLI 30 has come: sporty and adrenaline-pumping

World premiered at the recent Düsseldorf boat show, the new PIRELLI 30 is, once again, the result of a joint collaboration netween TecnoRib and the renowned Swedish Mannerfelt Design Team. The prestigious pencil of Ted

Fiart

Fiart: successful overseas debut

Two important appointments are coming for Fiart. The Neapolitan shipyard, in fact, will participate for the first time in the overseas international boat shows. In collaboration with the exclusive importer for the USA Yacht Creator,

Princess Yachts

Princess Yachts sold to US-based KPS group

Momentous turning point for Princess Yachts, the UK’s largest luxury boatbuilder, that has officially announced its acquisition by KPS Capital Partners, a New York-based private firm which has a long history in making controlling equity

Nimbus Aquador 250HT

Nimbus Aquador 250 HT 2023 world premiere

Nimbus Aquador 250 HT world premiere.  If you are new to the world of NIMBUS, understand it is not a new flying broom for Harry Potter and his friends at Hogwarts. They are one of

Jeanneau DB/37

Jeanneau DB/37, more than you expect

In a world premiere at the Düsseldorf boat show 2023, Jeanneau unveiled the DB/37, The second model in its new range of premium Day Boats. Just a few months after the success of their DB/43.

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World premiere for the new Grand Soleil 65

World premiere, and in grand style, for the new Grand Soleil 65 at the recent Boot Düsseldorf. The new GS 65 was one of the most eagerly awaited novelties at the German kermesse and immediately

Azimut S7

The new Azimut S7 has come: sporty, green and classy

New Azimut S7 premiered at Boot Düsseldorf Azimut has officially unveiled the new S7, a dream come true for the most sporty yet ecologically conscious owners: a boat that is the ultimate expression of the

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SLAM gets on board Emirates Team New Zealand

It is a masterstroke that scored by Enrico Chieffi who, at the helm of SLAM’s relaunching journey from 2021, conquers a technical partnership with Emirates Team New Zealand and become official apparel supplier of the

Prestige M8

PRESTIGE M8: the new flagship of the M-Line fleet

PRESTIGE, world leader in luxury motor yachts, launches its latest addition, the M8. Flagship of the M-Line multihull yacht range, Prestige M8 is distinguished by a unique configuration that affords the space and comfort equivalent

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St. Louis: the liner of salvation

The odyssey of the St. Louis, the liner of salvation – Jan. 27, Holocaust Remembrance Day It was May 13, 1939. At the port of Hamburg, 936 passengers looking out from the battlement of the

Pardo GT75

Pardo GT75: the new flagship is wonderful

Her name is Pardo GT75 and she is the new flagship of Pardo Yachts, the brand of the Italian shipyard that, perhaps more than any other at the moment, is conquering important market shares. This

ABSOLUTE NAVETTA 75

Navetta 75: Absolute Yachts’ flagship on test

World premiered at this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival, the Navetta 75 immediately caught our attention. A perfect synthesis of beauty, balance and technology, Absolute Yachts‘ new flagship features large volumes which, despite her twenty-three metres,

Fabiani Wedgeline Hybrid 77

Fabiani Wedgeline Hybrid 77: revolution is green

Wedgeline Hybrid 77 is the green revolution by Fabiani Yachts: a “more than you expect” futuristic boat There is little time left until the completion of Fabiani Yachts‘ first green yacht: the Wedgeline Hybrid 77,

Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 and Sun Odyssey 410

Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 and 410 conquer Paris

Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410: find the differences The Paris Boat Show has recently come to a close and Jeanneau was certainly one of its main protagonists, not only in terms

Italyure Yachts

Italyure Yachts: a year of success and more

Italyure Yachts closes the year on a high note: after collecting important successes in this 2022, the company is now prepared to present new projects for the next two years.  A positive year, which went

Fiart P54

FIART P54: the sea trial of a star

Beautiful, innovative and decidedly out-of-the-ordinary, the Fiart P54 was the undisputed queen of its segment at the autumn boat shows where, at every sea outing, she immediately managed to catch everyone’s attention. The brainchild of

Jeanneau DB-43

Jeanneau DB/43, sea trial for the queen of design

From the pencil of the internationally renowned designer Camillo Garroni comes the new Jeanneau DB/43. An uncompromised Day Boat which, at last, brings a breath of fresh air to a market a little too much

Italwinch METS

Italwinch at METS: from winches to custom thrusters

Once again this year, Italwinch joined the METSTRADE Amsterdam, the largest marine equipment trade show METS is an unmissable appointment for Italwinch, which for many years now has been present at the most important marine

C-Tender 40

C-Tender 40: the new model is under construction

C-Tender 40, the inboard version of the “mini superyacht” to be launched in 2023. The famous C-Boat shipyard is launching a new luxury day cruiser: it is called the C-Tender 40 and is the inboard-outboard

Nimbus T9X

Nimbus T9 X Edition: the elegance of simplicity

Nimbus T9 X Edition The Nimbus T9 X Edition is the comfortable and upgraded version of the original T9. A boat that presents itself as a multi-faceted craft, with alcantara cushions and steering wheel, a

Jeanneau DB/43

Jeanneau DB/43: aiming for excellence

One of the stars at the Paris Boat Show was undoubtedly the Jeanneau DB/43, and it could only be that way for this premium Day Boat, already presented at FLIBS, which aims to take comfort

Magazzù celebrity Hunted

Celebrities escape aboard a Magazzù MX-14 Classic

The stars of Celebrity Hunted escape aboard a Magazzù MX-14 Classic.  The third season of ‘Celebrity Hunted’, Prime Video’s highly successful international format, has just ended with a twist. The Italian edition featured nine celebrities

Eolo 9

EOLO Nove, a style-packed Family Line

Designed for owners who love to experience the sea in all its facets, Eolo Nove stems from the idea of designing an upgrade of the previous model, the Eolo 830, but enlarging it, switching to

Scanner Envy 1200 HT

Scanner Envy 1200 HT, cruising on velvet with 850HP

Scanner Envy 1200 HT, sea trial with douple Yamaha 425 setup When a hull is well-made, there is not need for high-performance powertrain. This is a postulate that should always guide us when looking for

Kufner 54 Exclusive

Kufner 54 Exclusive: quality on the water

Kufner 54 Exclusive: the sea trial of a super-spacious queen that glides over the water perfectly. Looking at her size, the Kufner 54 Exclusive is deceptive: the new creation from the Croatian yard D&D offers

Bamar Mets

Bamar at METS: unlimited furlers

For more than 20 years, Bamar has been exhibiting furlers that always go further at the Amsterdam exhibition: from the smallest to the largest in the world. An iconic Made in Italy company, Bamar has

Neo Yachts Neo 570c

Neo 570c: the super test of Neo Yachts’ flagship

A very special sea trial for the Neo 570c, the latest addition from NeoYachts. Racing, cruising-racing or racing-cruising? There are many ways to classify a fast sailboat but, after so many years and many trials,

Naval Tecno Sud

Naval Tecno Sud Boat Stand at METSTRADE

Naval Tecno Sud will join the METSTRADE Amsterdam with four exclusive premieres. Just a few days to go before the opening of METSTRADE in Amsterdam, the world’s largest trade fair for professionals in the yachting

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Fire on board: what is it and how to avoid it

How prepared are we for a fire on board?  Fire on board is undoubtedly the most difficult situation to deal with. Although it is the most feared, and above all the one with the most

Nimbus FLIBS

Nimbus Group strongly targets the American market

With more than 1,000 exhibitors and 100,000 visitors from all over the world, the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is the largest in-water boat show in the world, an unmissable occasion also for Nimbus Group,

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Pearl 72 world premiered at FLIBS

It’s been about a year since the design was unveiled at the Cannes Yachting Festival in 2021, but now, on the other side of the world, at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2022, the

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Pardo GT75, the latest Pardo Yachts’ 23-metre addition

At the Cannes Yachting Festival 2022, Pardo Yachts unveiled its new flagship, the Pardo GT75, which is positioned between the Walkaround and Endurance ranges. Pardo GT75, a villa on the high seas The new high-performance

Sunreef Yachts 80 Sunreef Power

80 Sunreef Power: world premiere at FLIBS

80 Sunreef Power The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show will be the stage for the presentation of the new 80 Sunreef Power, the motor catamaran that Sunreef Yachts has designed for long cruises in maximum

Nuova Jolly 850 XL

Nuova Jolly 850 XL: uncompromised space

Unveiled in Paris in late 2021, the 850 XL couldn’t miss the Genoa Boat Show where it showed all the quality of Nuova Jolly Marine production, which once again has really thought of everything. Just

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Used catamaran? Find it at the Multihull Boat Show

For lovers of catamarans and multihulls, the appointment is from 20 to 23 October 2022 in Canet en Roussillon, for the 7th ‘Occasions du Multicoque et du Refit’, the second-hand multihull and refit show, the

Lobster 35

Gagliotta Lobster 35 conquering the USA

Italy will be a protagonist at the forthcoming Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show to be held in Florida between October 26 and 30 also thanks to the Naples-based Cantieri Gagliotta which will be playing a

CMC TrawlerFest 2022

CMC Marine at the 2022 TrawlerFest Baltimore

CMC Marine had a successful TrawlerFest, the boat show dedicated to trawlers CMC Marine at the TrawlerFest CMC Marine, a leading manufacturer of electrically actuated stabilization systems, had a successful TrawlerFest Baltimore. The event, held

nimbus w9x

Nimbus W9: the weekender/ commuter on test

Nimbus W9: the all-season weekender Nimbus has always offered excellent, multi-purpose boats, and this time it seems to have outdone itself. With the W9, the Scandinavian yard offers a compact weekender that still provides all

Benetti Yachts BNow 67M Oasis

Benetti Yachts presents new projects at the Monaco Yacht Show

Benetti Yachts evolves the B.Century family and launches the innovative 85M “Project ORO”. Several collaborations with established international naval design and architecture studios are planned. The calendar of the launches is complete, as are the

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Jeanneau Yachts 55, the sailing boat family expands

Jeanneau Yachts 55: a new boat for offshore sailing enthusiasts to be launched in 2023. A new concept in the world of Jeanneau Yachts The Jeanneau Yachts 55 is the French boatbuilder’s new 55-foot offshore

Marina di Varazze gets smart

Marina di Varazze gets smart and digitizes its services

Marina di Varazze embraces technology and innovation to improve the yacht owners’ experience: from the berth quotation request to departure, all services can be requested online. Marina di Varazze – Online services The Marina of

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Yachting Metaverse lands at the Genoa Boat Show

The International Yachting Media presents YACHTING METAVERSE: an immersive augmented reality experience for boating enthusiasts The Metaverse lands at the 62nd Genoa International Boat Show with the absolute debut of YACHTING METAVERSE, the virtual space

NSS Group

NSS Group, all-round boating

In the month in which Europe’s most important boat shows are held, the NSS Group is particularly active with all its three divisions that make the company a unique reality in the boating industry in

Umberto Felci

Felci Yacht: at Cannes with two new projects

Felci Yacht was present at the Cannes Yachting Festival with two new Custom projects designed for ICE yachts- a yard specializing in building exclusive custom-built yachts in very small series – and its latest project

Oceanis Yacht 60

Raymarine and Beneteau Oceanis, two excellences team up

From 2023, Raymarine will be the new on-board electronics partner for the Beneteau Oceanis sailing yachts, strengthening the long-standing collaboration between the two industry leaders. A long-standing relationship From 2023, Beneteau Oceanis range of sailing

Mediterranean en Rose

Mediterranean en Rose: interview with the raid girls

We had previously talked about the Mediterranean en Rose, a raid organized by Nuova Jolly with an all-female crew and the aim of raising funds for the Lorenzo Perrone Association, whose ‘Pink Heart’ project provides

Hanse Cannes

Hanse Group: huge success at the Cannes Yachting Festival

Hanse Yachts, the world-famous shipyard founded in 1990 and headquartered in Greifswald, Germany, met with considerable success during the Cannes Yachting Festival 2022, where it presented two world premieres: Fjord 53 XL and Sealine S390.

sailboat

The emotions of the first sailing course

Sailing, the emotions of the first course Luffing, bearing away, easing, hauling. Jib, boom, mainsail, close-hauled and abeam. For two hours my instructor keeps filling my head with what he calls ‘concepts’, while I think

plasdeck

PlasDECK , behind the scenes of a pioneering company

The only synthetic teak that never ages, PlasDeck is the choice of the world’s top boat builders. A great innovation in the yachting sector, it is successfully replacing other materials to become the only durable

scanner-marine

Scanner Marine at Cannes 2022 with 3 Maxi Ribs

Scanner Marine confirms its presence again this year at the Cannes Yachting Festival, which starts today and will conclude on Sunday 11 September. Scanner Marine will be at booth 073 in the Vieux Port. Scanner

Guidi Srl

Guidi announces its participation at SMM Hamburg

Guidi Srl, the Italian manufacturer of non-stick valves, water intakes, thru-hulls, water strainers and pipe fittings for the yachting industry is taking part for the first time in SMM (Hamburg, 6-9 September 2022), the leading

Cannes Yachting Festival

Not just Yachting Festival, Cannes city guide

This year again, the Cannes Yachting Festival is ready to open its doors. From September 6 to 11 a large number of gleaming yachts, sailboats and inflatables will welcome visitors moored at the various quays

grand-soleil

Two Grand Soleil world premieres in Cannes

Grand Soleil Yachts will be presenting two world premieres at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2022, scheduled to take place from 6 to 11 September in the exclusive French Côte d’Azur location that has been hosting

magazzù

An eventful September for Magazzù

September will be a sparkling and eventful month for Magazzù which, after having announced its new Targa range, not only participates in the Cannes and Genoa boat shows, but will also inaugurate its new Magazzù

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New Pardo GT52 world premiere at Cannes

The brand-new Pardo GT52 will have her world debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival This year again, Pardo Yachts will take part in the Cannes Yachting Festival, Europe’s leading boat show, scheduled to take place

absolute-yachts

Absolute Yachts to debut its Navetta 75 at Cannes

Absolute Yachts will be one of the many exhibitors joining the upcoming Cannes Yachting Festival, Europe’s most important boat show which will be held from September 6-11. The Absolute Yachts’s presence in Cannes will be

MarineMax

MarineMax to acquire IGY Marinas for further expansion

MarineMax, the world’s largest recreational boat and yacht retailer, has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire, by the first half of 2023, Island Global Yachting LLC (“IGY Marinas”), which owns

vandutch 56

VanDutch 56: world premiere at Cannes Yachting Festival

VanDutch Yachts will join the Cannes Yachting Festival 2022 from September 6-11 to unveil the world premiere of its new VanDutch 56. Designed by Mulder Design, the new creation from the Cantiere del Pardo-owned Dutch

bowline knot

How to tie a Bowline Knot

The bowline knot is certainly the most widely used knot aboard all boats, it has two fundamental characteristics: it develops a very reliable loop and, most importantly, it unravels easily, even after being subjected to

Fiart P54

New Fiart P54 to debut at Cannes and Genoa boat shows

The new Fiart P54 will have her world premiere at the Cannes Yachting Festival and Genoa Boat Show. This was announced by the shipyard, which commissioned world-renowned architect Stefano Pastrovich to design its new model.

Italyure Yachts Italyure 38

Italyure 38, the summa of walkarounds

Talking about the Italyure 38 with its ideal father, engineer Maurizio Marzocca, is like looking at the fulfilment of a dream: a boat that expresses the state of the art of walkaround boats because, and

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Marina di Varazze celebrates the Blue Flag 2022

Liguria is confirmed as the queen of the Blue Flag, the prestigious banner awarded by Fee (Foundation for Environmental Education) that certifies the quality of bathing waters, and Marina di Varazze organized a special evening

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Pardo GT52 , new gallery-up version launched

After the success of the galley-down version, Cantiere del Pardo puts in the water the galley-up layout of the Pardo GT52, the latest addition to the Pardo Yachts fleet, featuring unmistakable hull lines and a

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Sea myths and superstitions

Tradition through sea myths and superstitions In ancient times, the building of a boat followed strict rituals of deep sacredness. These were times when the gods decided the life and death of men, times when

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New Grand Soleil 72 prepares for launch

Launch time is approaching for the Grand Soleil 72, the brand’s highly anticipated new flagship from Cantiere del Pardo, which will make her world debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2022. It is a unique

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Felci 63 Scuderia, the first renderings are breath-taking

Felci Yacht Design presents its new project, the Felci 63 Scuderia, another breath-taking yacht that impresses from the very first sketches. The yacht, a large blue water cruiser with an aggressive and eye-catching design, is

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Replacing shrouds on a sailboat: why and when

Among the most important boat maintenance activities for safety, replacing the shrouds is one. This operation should be carried out periodically, but is unfortunately often underestimated by boat owners. In this article we will explain

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Fim 470 Regina: the boat with a pool in the bow

The Italian boatyard Fim has released the first images of the 470 Regina, the latest additon to its open range, featuring an innovative and unique bow configuration with a practical and partitioned sundeck that create

Metaverse

Metaverse: progress is advancing, even for boating

Metaverse, boating and the technological evolutions of the next five years.  The world is changing fast. The fast-paced digital evolution makes it easy and obvious to use applications that only yesterday seemed futuristic and that

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New Magazzù Center in Varazze, opening in September

A new Magazzù Center is about to open at Marina di Varazze. A new location designed to offer a complete assistance service, dedicated to all owners of the iconic Magazzù maxi-ribs. The centre’s inauguration will

Pegasus 50

Markus Moser’s Pegasus 50 wins the Ostar 2022

Markus Moser’s Pegasus 50 Lifgun is the winner of the Ostar 2022. The sailor was the first to complete the solo crossing of the Atlantic on board his sailboat, covering the 6,046 kilometres in twenty-one

Felci 63 Catamaran

Felci 63 Catamaran, the catamaran to be experienced

Felci Yacht Design continues to revolutionize yachting with a new project, the Felci 63 Catamaran. “Our impression is that the world of catamarans, being younger, is less tied to the yachting tradition than that of

Absolute 56 Fly

Absolute 56 Fly, the sea trial of a queen

It is hard not to be dazzled by the beauty of the new Absolute 56 Fly. Large, intriguing and endowed with decidedly streamlined lines, this yacht is also convincing for her ability to bring guests

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Slam: the historic nautical clothing brand is reborn

The historic nautical clothing brand Slam is back in grand style. Founded in Genoa in 1979, the Slam brand was acquired last July by the Italian holding company Vam Investments, owned by Francesco Trapani and

Greenline 40 Electric

Greenline 40 Electric, the future is now

If you think that electric propulsion for boats is still fantasy, you are absolutely wrong. In fact, the new Greenline 40 Electric Drive marks a milestone in the development of this concept, delivering a trawler

Sergio Davì

Sergio Davì conquers the Pacific aboard Prince 38

Sergio Davì ‘s latest extraordinary adventure has come to an end, namely the solo voyage on board a RIB from Palermo to Los Angeles, dubbed the ‘Ocean to Ocean Rib Adventure‘. After having crossed the

Marlin 33

Marlin 33 is the multihull of the year 2022

The foldable sailing trimaran Marlin 33 has won the prestigious ‘Best Multihull of 2022’ award, the world’s highest accolade for multihull sailing and motor boats. Awarded in recent days at the International Multihull Boat Show

Fountaine Pajot MY4.S

Fountaine Pajot heads for a zero-emission 2030

With the impetus from winning the ‘Best Motor Catamaran’ award for the MY4.S, Fountaine Pajot is entering the ecological transition with the “Odysséa 24” industrial plan, an ambitious project involving employees, yachting stakeholders and industry

Arsenale Venice Boat Show

Venice Boat Show on the starting line

Two weeks to go until the ribbon-cutting ceremony of the Venice Boat Show, the yachting event scheduled from May 28th to June 5th in the fascinating location of the Arsenale. Now in its third edition,

Quick thrusters

Quick thrusters: a series of videos to explore them in detail

The video series dedicated to Quick’s new thrusters is now online. Entitled “QSY Thruster: A game changing technology”, the series of mini videos created by the leading international marine equipment manufacturer illustrates the many functions

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Sailing Squad: second season with an all-female crew

Sailing Squad, the miniseries following the events of the Bol d’Or Mirabaud regatta, is finally back. The first season was a great success and now the initiative has more sponsors, including Hublot, Forward Wip and

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ITA 15.49, the next success for Itacatamarans

Itacatamarans raises the sails on the new ITA 15.49, aiming to continue the success of the award-winning ITA 14.99. Unlike its predecessor, the ITA 15.49 boasts a longer hull length, greater roof height and larger

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Ferdinandea Island: a European conflict averted

Ferdinandea Island: what really happened? On the morning of July 12th 1831, the sun was shining on the elegant hats of the women strolling through the San Domenico square in Sciacca, the wealthy seaside town

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Naval Tecno Sud to conquer the world’s shipyards

An unstoppable and global growth has allowed Naval Tecno Sud to conquer shipyards all over the world thanks to the excellent quality of its products and a widespread presence at local, national and international boat

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Giorgio Casareto, 50 years of love for boating

The leading players in boating: Giorgio Casareto Behind the shining world of yachting, which many tend to see only as an icon of luxury, lies the hard work of many people who have contributed to

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EU bans Russian boats from entering EU ports

A ban has been imposed on all Russian vessels entering EU ports, including units that have decommissioned their Russian flag by registering in another state after February 24th, 2022. This is provided for in the

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Long Island 86 Power, a new jewel from JFA Yachts

JFA Yachts is ready to launch a new, amazing motor-powered catamaran. Presented a few days ago, the Long Island 86 Power is the latest addition to the Long Island range, which already includes the 85

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Sessa C3X: sexy, open and extra-large

Sessa C3X sea trial Hard not to be immediately fascinated by the beauty of the new Sessa C3X . With this boat, Sessa Marine has also created a very interesting project, which makes its modularity

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Barcelona to host 37th America’s Cup in 2024

It is an unprecedented alliance that has determined Barcelona as the host venue for the 37th America’s Cup, to be held in September and October 2024. Numerous public and private entities have worked together for

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FIM 340 Regina, the evolution of the species

A day aboard the new FIM 340 Regina.  If you thought you’d seen it all in terms of ten-metre open sports yachts, you’d be very wrong. The new FIM 340 Regina is a boat that

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GS 40, the latest wonder from Grand Soleil

After the successful GS 44, Grand Soleil goes on to amaze. The latest jewel announced by the Cantiere del Pardo brand, which will have its world premiere at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2022, is the

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Monfalcone shipyard becomes Groupe Beneteau Italia

A slight change of name for the Beneteau Group’s activities at the Monfalcone shipyard, which as of March 1st will be identified as “Groupe Beneteau Italia“. As a company note explains, this change of name

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NEO 570 C: the two souls of sailing in one yacht

“After extensive discussions with designers from Italy and all over the world, we opted for a designer who shared our risk vision of doing something new for a boat that was innovative and larger than

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Fires on board, how to avoid them. The expert talks

Fire prevention on board, from Aer.Pro‘s great experience an invaluable how-to article We have said it many times, a fire that takes possession of a boat is the real nightmare of all sailors and, unfortunately,

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Pardo Yachts expands into Eastern Europe

Pardo Yachts continues to expand in the Adriatic and Ionian macro-region and looks towards the promising Eastern European market. BS Nautic’s luxury yacht brand has entered into a new partnership with Blu Yachts, a well-established

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Oceanis Yacht 60: new Beneteau flagship unveiled

Oceanis Yacht 60: Beneteau unveils its new flagship It is “the attention to every detail and the extraordinary result of it all” that makes a sailing boat a true yacht. So says Damien Jacob, Director

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Quick USA Illuminates the MIBS Convention Center

A series of mergers and acquisitions with Nautic Boiler, Scotti, CATT and Sigmar Marine SRL over the last two decades, coupled with its most recent 2017 takeover of Item Mare business unit, has allowed Quick

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Ukrainian sailor sinks €7m Russian yacht

The Russian/Ukrainian conflict has reached the Balearic Islands. A Ukrainian sailor was arrested this morning in Mallorca on charges of having sunk the luxury yacht of a well-known Russian billionaire moored in Port Adriano, the

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Genoa Boat Show: another extraordinary edition is on the way

Registrations are now open for 62nd Genoa International Boat Show, the historical event organized by Confindustria Nautica (the Italian Boating Industry Confederation), which will be held this year from 22ndto 27th September. The 2020 and

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ICE 70rs, the new ICE YACHTS fast cruiser

The renderings of the brand-new ICE 70rs have finally been unveiled, a racing version and heir to the surprising ICE 70 which, as the four units already sold testify, was a great success at the

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The 12th edition of YARE (Yachting Aftersales and Refit Experience) will be held in Viareggio from March 16th-18th. This international event, organized by Navigo, will be the perfect occasion to take stock of the evolution

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Zero-stress mooring, tips for successful manoeuvring

Mooring plagues captains and skippers of all kinds. Let’s see how to perform the right manoeuvres, anticipate the unexpected and, above all, stay calm. Mooring manoeuvres are a crucial moment in which the crew’s ‘toughness’

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Volvo Penta to power Svalbard’s first hybrid vessel

Volvo Penta is working on a hybrid engine for the Arctic seas, a project that contributes to a revolution in green yachting and sustainable tourism Hybrid-propelled yachting: Volvo Penta opens up even more. And it

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On test. Cayman 23.0 Sport: the RIB for everyone

Among the wide range on offer, the Cayman 23.0 Sport is the Ranieri International walk-around boat that intrigued us most. Maybe it’s because a little gem like this makes you want to cruise, or maybe

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Umberto Felci: style according to Felci Yacht Design

Discovering the parameters of style and beauty with Umberto Felci. Well, that’s a beautiful boat! How many times, while sailing or simply strolling along the quayside, do we look for those parameters that our brain

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Scanner Envy 860: on test with Cox 300

Scanner Envy 860 and Cox 300, a very interesting duo Scanner Marine has always stood out for its design. A unique and unmistakable style that has led the boatyard to manufacture boats that are fundamentally

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On test. Nimbus T11, the walk-around for everyone

The Nimbus T11 is a very attractive ‘open’ walk-around which, if you are thinking about buying your first boat or changing one that is giving you too much trouble, can be the right option for

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Quick Arcipelago: the new marine lighting Capsule Collection

Quick Marine Lighting, the interior lighting division of Quick Spa, has unveiled at a special event the Arcipelago project that encompasses the new Capsule Collection range designed by Parisotto+Formenton. The event comes in response to

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Ranieri International Next 330 LX Sea Trial

Next 330 LX, here is the test of a top-level Made in Italy sundeck. Today’s test confirms all the expectations. Comfort on board, space like that of a real yacht but with dimensions that remain

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Windsurfing at 56 knots. Record for Bjorn Dunkerbeck

It sounds incredible, but Bjorn Dunkerbeck has set a stunning new record. A staggering 103.67 kilometres per hour, or 55.98 knots, were achieved while flying over 500 metres of “The Ditch”, Namibia’s famous canal where

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Clear Marine: Libra Cabin 750 Sea trial

The sunset light reflected off the mountains reddens and darkens the lake, and today we have a Libra Cabin 750 just launched by Clear Marine on test. She’s waiting for us at the quay, moored

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Gagliotta Lobster 35: Sea trial of a true daredevil

The northern Mediterranean has been rough for several days now, but Gagliotta Lobster 35 is well rigged for these particular weather and sea conditions, and what’s more, today it’s raining in flashes. At the port

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The Seven Wonders of the World at ICE Yachts

We visited the ICE Yachts shipyards and it was memorable. The following is a reportage that tells of the best of Made in Italy in the production of sailing boats. It is not common to

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Senses Yacht: “Senses 07 hull no.1 sold”

The first unit of the Senses 07 has been sold and, by early 2022, we will see the fibreglass hull mould ready. The new creature by Senses Yacht, without mincing words, looks fantastic just by

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Yacht Digest issue 10 is online with the best of yachting

Yacht Digest 10: the latest issue of the popular quarterly from The International Yachting Media, the publishing house founded by Luca D’ambrosio, has come. This full-bodied volume, the result of a really intense work, includes

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100 Sunreef Power, the revolution of luxury is multi-hull

Sunreef Yachts has released the first photos of the 100 Sunreef Power and they are irrefutable proof that another masterpiece is being added to the superyacht luxury nautical scene. Maybe it’s because multihulls increase the

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Beneteau First 36, pure racer-cruiser harmony

The Beneteau First 36 will be world premiered next January during the Dusseldorf Boat Show 2022. Expectations are very high, given the boatyard’s quest for the perfect balance between cruising comfort and great racing performance

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CMC Marine stabilizers at METS Amsterdam

CMC Marine will be at METS in Amsterdam for a three-day B2B nautical accessories event. The Dutch Show will open its doors to company managers from 16 to 18 November and will finally start up

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The unexpected event that shaped Cannes

In the middle of the 20th century, Nicolas Bouver wrote: “When travelling, the best thing is to get lost. When you are lost, plans give away to surprises, and it’s then that the journey really

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Uproar and military livery on Elba Island

Elba Island, a passionate prose recounts the sinking of the steamer Andrea Sgarallino, attended by Galeazzo Ciano, who was shortly to be shot by Mussolini At the port of Piombino, the steamer Andrea Sgarallino blows

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AERPRO. Fire on board, prevention and extinction

In collaboration with AERPRO, we have compiled a small compendium for our readers on what fires on board are, what they mean for the owner and all the various aspects that characterize them, also depending

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Pura Follia, sailing wedding aboard an Ice 60

Pura Follia is an Ice 60 aboard which you can climb for a variety of reasons: a wedding, a dream holiday or an important event to be celebrated. The idea, conceived by Maurizia Marangoni, owner

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R-Evolution 26: what Mar.Co’s new Rib will look like

There is a new entry in production at the well-known Muggiò-based boatyard: the R-Evolution 26. Where “Evolution” and “Revolution” are the marketing terms for the innovative features of this compact inflatable, which repliocates the lines

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Ecolux 850 Hybrid: Video Test

The new ECOLUX 850 Hybrid, the new day cruiser from Ecoline Marine, is the perfect combination of outstanding design and the sense of responsibility that drives us to seek an ever lower environmental impact. These

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Ocean Alexander at FLIBS with 3 new superyachts

At this year’s FLIBS (Fort Lauderdale International boat Show) Ocean Alexander will be exhibiting 3 brand-new models: the 30R, 35R and 37L. The huge international nautical event will open its doors in Florida from October

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Endurance 60, sea trial in Cannes

At the Cannes Yachting Festival, all I could think of was the Endurance 60. I wanted to sea trial this boat from Pardo Yachts, which has already revealed itself to the public as futuristic, innovative,

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RYCK 280: the head-turning walkaround

RYCK 280: big, sporty and beautiful The Hanse Yachts group, the second largest boat manufacturer in the world in terms of numbers of boats sold, is simply unstoppable. There are in fact numerous brands belonging

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Guidi at Genoa Boat Show: “More races with Fantini”

At the Genoa Boat Show we met Andrea Fantini, skipper of the Class40 FRA 156 sponsored by Guidi, a historic company producing nautical accessories at its headquarters in Grignasco. The skipper from Ferrara confirms how

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VanDutch conquers the Genoa Boat Show

Tom Cruise, Lady Gaga, Beyoncé and other celebrities: in one way or another they choose, or have chosen, by owning or chartering them, VanDutch Yachts. An iconic brand, indistinguishable, because it is unique and, to

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Cetera 60, and nothing will ever be the same again

Cetera 60: when the enclosed flybridge becomes synonymous with open spaces Have you ever stopped to think what your ideal yacht would look like if you had the chance to design it from scratch, starting

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Nimbus C11, the all-season commuter

Nimbus C11, a revolutionary commuter It is impossible not to associate the Nimbus brand with the concept of quality and the famous seaworthy qualities of the boats that this Swedish boatyard has been manufacturing since

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Quick Rider R3 winch: 1,000-mile test

One thousand miles in the Tyrrhenian Sea with the Quick Rider R3 winch Among the many more or less complex nautical accessories available on board, there is one that certainly does not seem the most

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Nimbus arrives in Italy with Bella Center

Nimbus is synonymous with Swedish nautical quality and a long tradition of shipbuilding that has its origins in the distant past, precisely to the times of Vikings. Bella Center, based in the Rimini area, is

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Magazzù luxury icons at Genoa Boat Show

A large number of people came to the Magazzù booth on the opening day of the 61st Genoa Boat Show. At the ‘H’ quay there were two Maxi-Ribs from the well-known Palermo-based boatyard: the MX11

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Events at the 61st Genoa Boat Show

The Best of Sport will be coming to the 61st Genoa International Boat Show from 16h to 21st September, with the most beautiful boating wonders and special events. A rich programme of sports competitions will

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Scanner Marine Open Days with the Envy class

Scanner Marine is organizing a four-day open day from September 16-19 in Varazze (Liguria). The stars of the event will the latest Envy 1200 inboard model, the Envy 1400 in the two inboard/outboard versions and

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Epropulsion Spirit 1.0 Evo: the power of silence

One of the most extensively used equipment on board is the outboard engine, which, together with the tender, represents a sort of link with the shore, an umbilical cord capable of getting us to the

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ENVY 1200: Scanner Marine’s RIB conquers Cannes

Scanner Marine brought the class of the Rib ENVY 1200 to the Mediterranean at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2021. And it was a world premiere for this day-cruiser, which is attracting considerable attention from the

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Sessa Marine: Key Largo 34 premiered in Cannes

Sessa Marine was at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2021 with an exceptional nautical quintet that, as far as emotions are concerned, certainly did not skips on surprises. High quality, technology, avant-garde: in this edition, the Italian

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The island of Procida: tips for sailing

Procida is the closest island to the mainland in the Phlegraean archipelago, emerging completely of volcanic origin in the Gulf of Naples. The island is just four hundred metres from the private islet of Vivara,

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Discovering Capri: nautical guide

Capri is the Blue Grotto and vice versa: nothing could undo the indissoluble bond that has made one of the Mediterranean‘s most fashionable yachting locations so famous since the 19th century. So mush so, in

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Cannes Yachting Festival: less than 2 weeks to go

The Cannes Yachting Festival returns in less than 2 weeks to showcase the luxury of international yachting. This is the 40th edition, with 600 boats and more than 550 exhibitors. Although these numbers have risen

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Boat itinerary to the Ponza island

A “marvellous” island, this is Ponza, and it is perhaps the most attractive of all the ideas for a boat trip, thanks to its coastline that allows for optimal navigability and the choice of anchoring

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Ewincher 2 electric winch handle: pure power

Ewincher is an advanced and smart electric winch handle that we have tested in the past years with full satisfaction. Today, we’re testing the new version, improved and upgraded, during our “1,000-mile cruise in the Tyrrhenian

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At anchor in Giannutri, the detailed guide

Giannutri is the smallest and southernmost island in the Tuscan archipelago and is protected by the National Park under strict rules, which, however, do not completely prevent navigation. Giannutri is six nautical miles from Argentario

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Genoa Boat Show, Guidi will exhibit in Pavilion 2

Guidi Srl, leading manufacturer of nautical accessories, will be exhibiting at this year’s Genoa Boat Show from 16 to 21 September, marking a great return to one of the world’s most important nautical exhibition events.

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Selva Guppy 2.5: a 3-year-long test

Two seasons have passed since Selva provided our editorial staff’s Daydreamer with a new engine for the tender: it’s the Selva Guppy 2.5, an outboard that has proven to be a valuable ally on our

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Buy your Genoa Boat Show ticket online

The 61st Genoa Booat Show will be open to the public from 16 to 21 September, with the entrance ticket to be purchased online at the event’s official website. The kermesse will be held in

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Guidi valves: indestructible by choice

The Daydreamer, our editorial staff’s boat, is an “old lady” from the 1980s, but her plumbing has been fitted with the Guidi valves since 2015. In 2019, we published an article telling about the situation

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RIO YACHTS: New DAYTONA 46 at the Genoa Boat Show

60th anniversary and 60 years of participation at the Genoa Boat Show for RIO YACHTS, the renowned Bergamo-based shipyard, which will celebrate two special events in Genoa simultaneously. The 61st Genoa Boat Show therefore adds

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Monaco (Super) Yacht Show: how big you are!

Two more months and the triumph of nautical history will bring its exploits to the Monaco Yacht Show 2021 to be tinged with the Principality’s blue blood. A “phenomenal fleet of superyachts that will be

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MCY 105 Skylounge: The one and the only

MCY 105 Skylounge is the one and the only that fears no rivals. She is about to take the stage, which will belong to her and to the eyes that look upon her. She is

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Fiart, the success at sea with good reason

The success of Fiart, an acronym for Fabbriche Italiane per l’Applicazione di Resine Termoindurenti, began 31 years ago with the colour and imagination of exotic countries, and the taste of victory was as Latin as

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AerPro Marine, fire protection on board the sailboats

Polytechno Engineering has always been attentive to safety on board vessels and the safeguarding of human life in the event of fire. Here is AerPro Marine  AerPro Marine is the aerosol extinguishing system by Polytechno

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Astondoa As5: project unveiled to the public

Astondoa unveils its new As5, a medium-sized yacht that emulates the lines of supercars by bringing them to the sea. As5 is a 57-footer designed to appeal to the desires of sporty owners who also

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Ocean Alexander: 8 new superyachts delivered

Ocean Alexander, a Taiwanese company with shipyards in Taiwan and the United States, has delivered 8 yachts between April and June this year. These figures give an idea of the leading role of this yachting

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What the 61st Genoa Boat Show will be like

The 61st Genoa International Boat Show, which will be held this year from 16 to 21 september, will inevitably carry with it the memory of its previsious edition, which took place in a climate of

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Permare Group, Barbara Amerio is the CEO of the year

Barbara Amerio has devised a strategy for the Permare Group that lays down the cornerstones of a future-oriented boating industry. A success rewarded by winning the “Le Fonti Awards” as CEO of the year and

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Fantini and Guidi: Les Sables/Horta, a whole adventure

“NodoXnodo” is the name of a sailing adventure born thanks to the sponsorship of the Italian company Guidi, global leader in the production of nautical equipment and accessories, and the creative partnership of the Italian

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Sessa Key Largo 40: video test online

New Sessa Key Largo 40 Video Boat Review If you think you have seen everything about a boat, then you have not seen the Key Largo 40 yet. The new flagship of Sessa Marine makes transformism

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OSSH handle by Razeto&Casareto : smart and antivirus

We meet the brothers Andrea and Giangi Razeto to talk about a revolutionary product, the OSSH handle, which has already won numerous awards, most recently the “Silver A’design Award” from the International Design Academy. Creator

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New Rio Yachts Daytona 46 Preview

The Rio Yachts Daytona 46 is an open boat that really goes with the sea Rio Yachts is a brand that has been rooted in Italian nautical excellence since the 1960s thanks to the intuition

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Quick Gyro stabilizers: explanatory video online

Quick Spa, international leader in the production of nautical equipment, has released online a series of videos explaining its Quick Gyro stabilizer.  In the five videos, presented directly by the company’s employees, the Quick Gyro’s

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Vandutch 32, when class meets water

In the wonderful setting of Torre San Marco, the Vandutch 32 – an iconic boat, almost an artwork- was presented to the most authoritative nautical press. The location was ideal because, in the waters of

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ALL IN YACHT: all the quality of real teak at your feet

ALL IN YACHT manufactures high-quality solid teak decks for sailing and motor-powered yachts and superyachts Walking barefoot on deck and feeling the essence of real wood is a sensation that synthetic teak will never be

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Absolute 48 Coupé: boldness goes on stage

Absolute 48 Coupé is sly. Warmth, a welcoming galley, a right outdoor space for your convivial moments. Without forgetting the introspection of the independent voyage and the three cabins below deck which, when it comes

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Tecnorib Pirelli 35: the class of a thoroughbred

In the historic context of the Venice Boat Show, inside the exclusive Arsenale, Tecnorib presents the new walk-around Pirelli 35, which offers the typical performance of the well-known Pirelli RIBs without neglecting modern aesthetics. The

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Guidi climbs on board Andrea Fantini’s Class 40

Guidi Srl, the renowned nautical accessories manufacturer, meets skipper Andrea Fantini for a sailing partnership that talks about “harmony, sharing and acceptance“. The slogan of the partnership is really important because it describes a much-needed

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Ecolux 850 Hybrid, eco-friendly innovation

Ecolux 850 Hybrid, flagship of Ecoline Marine, combines technology and sustainability Ecoline Marine is a range of innovative, eco-friendly, affordable and reliable electric and hybrid boats: what more could you ask for? The project was

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Felci Yacht Design: the new website is coming

Felci Yacht Design launches its new website, officially online from June 28th A restyling that will certainly not go unnoticed in the eyes of both sailors and Internet surfers. A “refitting” that gives further elegance

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New Sessa C47 video test online

An exciting boat with an aggressive, magnetic appeal. We were so impressed by the new Sessa C47 that we couldn’t resist dedicating a chapter to it in Boat Review, the editorial format that The International

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The International Yachting Media acquires YachtingNews.com

The International Yachting Media acquires YachtingNews.com , the American yachting information portal. YachtingNews.com,a domain of significant value and international stature, has been acquired by The International Yachting Media, the global all-digital and multilingual yachting publishing

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Transfluid: the new EM375 260 kW electric motor

At the Venice Boat Show, Transfluid presents the new EM375 electric motor Massive presence of hybrid and electric propulsion systems for boats at the Venice Boat Show. Transfluid is certainly one of the main protagonists:

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Selva Marine: the electric revolution lands in the Lagoon

In Venice, Selva Marine fuelled the “electric revolution” with new ePropulsion products For Selva Marine, the 2nd Venice Boat Show was an opportunity to officially present the ePropulsion range, a brand specialized in marine electric

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GS 72 Performance: top design and sustainability

Grand Soleil unveils the GS 72 Performance, a masterpiece of design, innovation and sustainability The Grand Soleil family is expanding with a project that is full of innovationsin terms of design and performance. We are

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GlassRenu makes your yacht’s glass look like new again

The importance of renovation rather than replacement: GlassRenu makes the glass surfaces of yachts and superyachts look perfect again Long-lasting, efficient, hygienic, recyclable and therefore environmentally sustainable and with a high technological content, glass is

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Paraggina 10: Giorgio Mussini’s flagship launched

Paraggina 10, the flagship of Giorgio Mussini’s historic shipyard, has been launched in Rapallo With her distinctive sturdiness and lightness, the Paraggina 10 touched the water for the first time in the waters of Rapallo,

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AerPro Marine: how much is your life worth?

The AerPro Marine fire extinguishing system is effective, easy, affordable and modular: it is an excellent solution to be installed on board any type of boat. We have visited the La Spezia-based Sanlorenzo headquarters and

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Magazzù Photo Collection 2021: a tribute to beauty

Magazzù Photo Collection 2021 is an exclusive, limited edition photographic work which celebrates the beauty of the Maxi Ribs of the famous Italian shipyard From the MX-14 Classic to the MX-13 Gran Coupé, passing through

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Ecoline Marine: sustainable boats with an artisan soul

Founded by engineer Fausto Colombi, Ecoline Marine manufactures hybrid and electric boats in full respect of the sea, in the name of craftsmanship, as a result of years of experience and professionalism. 5 years ago,

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New Scanner Envy 770 Outboard unveiled

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How Quick Gyro stabilizers are born: the video

Quick Gyro: the video tells how gyroscopic stabilizers are born How Quick gyro stabilizers are born? The Italian company, global leader in the production of nautical equipment, discloses the production of MC² Quick Gyro stabilizers

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Absolute Yachts revolution starts with the new 60 Fly

At next Cannes Yachting Festival, Absolute Yachts will present the revolutionary 60 Fly and more… Absolute Yachts approaches the next autumn boating season – which, Covid 19 permitting, will start next September with the Cannes

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Pirelli 35 by TecnoRib: top-level elegance and performance

After the success of the 42, TecnoRib presents the brand-new Pirelli 35 walkaround, a worthy heir of sportiness and elegance with more moderate aesthetics, liveability and performance. The sportiness of lines has always characterised the

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Raymarine Axiom MFD: test with an all-electric propulsion

The test of Raymarine Axiom MFD (Multifunction Display) aboard an all-electric sailing boat If you were to summarise, in a single sentence, the appeal of motor-sailing with electric rather than diesel propulsion, you’d naturally point

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MAR-CO E-MOTION 36: beautiful, aggressive and very fast

The new MAR-CO E-MOTION 36 marks – unequivocally and rightfully – the entry of MAR.CO MARINE COSTRUZIONI into the segment of high-end cruising Maxi Ribs. In fact, these are boats that, exclusively custom-made, are built

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Ewincher 2: the new more powerful electric winch handle

The electric winch handle Ewincher 2 is now faster and more performing An alternative to electric winches exists and is called Ewincher, the electric winch handle. A real revolution for many passionate sailors who, since

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Felci Cat 80: a super future-oriented catamaran

Versatility, innovation and futurism. Felci Yachts presents the new Cat 80, a super cruising catamaran, 24 meters long and about 12 meters wide, in which naval architecture, stylistic and functional design are the result of

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New Pardo Yachts Endurance 60 launched

The success of the Pardo Yachts walkaround range continues with the all-new Endurance 60 The wait os over: the Pardo Endurance 60 finally hits the water. After the launch in Marina di Ravenna and the

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CMC Marine formalizes its partnership with Dockmate

CMC Marine formalises its partnership with Dockmate, a Belgium-based company specialising in remote control systems CMC Marine formalises its partnership with Dockmate, the Belgian company that, since 2012, has been designing control systems for yachts

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How to berth in strong wind

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On test: Neo 430 Roma, a custom-built racer/cruiser

It is difficult to think of Neo Yachts without immediately recognizing the imprint of Paolo Semeraro. As a long-standing professional sailor, he has an outstanding race winning experience, full of memorable victories, such as the

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Monaco One: from Monaco to Ventimiglia at 45 knots

Monaco One is the new high-speed shuttle catamaran between Monaco and Ventimiglia Sailing from Ventimiglia to Monaco has never been so easy. It is named Monaco One and is the futuristic high-speed catamaran built to

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Schenker Watermakers, the leader of energy-saving marine watermakers Respect for the rules, safety and development. These are the main criteria of Schenker Watermarkers in this emergency period. In compliance with ministerial provisions, the global leader

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10 submariners’ tips for the quarantine: the video of the Italian Navy No one known better than them what it means to br completely isolated from the outside world. And perhaps, compared to the time

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Rolex Giraglia 2020, the queen of regattas has been cancelled   The Rolex Giraglia 2020 unfortunately follows the fate of all the other current events. The famous regatta was shooted last year in an amazing docufilm

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Azimut 40S    If you’re looking for a performing yacht with strong personality and able to hold its value over time, you can’t help but think about the Azimut 60S, a yacht characterized by a

Envy 1100 TT

Envy 1100 TT, the “jewel” RIB by Scanner Marine

Envy 1100 TT is the best-selling boat of Scanner Marine  The flagship product of the company and the best-selling boat of the market today, the Envy 1100 TT encloses the four cardinal points that have

Pod by Illumina Custom

Pod by Illumina Custom, a new concept of console

Pod by Illumina Custom: stemmed from a private need, it has an innovative design An authentic epiphany. And it could not be otherwise for a brand that manufactures high-end marine accessories, with special focus on

CMC Marine Waveless

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CMC Marine Waveless: the new stabilizers chosen by Holterman Shipyard  Last year, at Cannes Yachting Festival, it was love at first sight: shipyards, crews, boat owners and yachting professionals were all “seduced” by Waveless, the

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Buy a boat, the virus can’t swim

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Dream boats: SY Concordia, speed and elegance

The SY Concordia is a daydream, a superyacht where the passing of time, far from affecting the charm, has indeed further enhanced the beauty. Built by Monty North in 2000 and largely renovated in 2013,

Elan GT6 interior design

Elan GT6 : interior design unveiled in world preview

Elan GT6 world preview: the “spoiler” before the launch in May The understandable taste of the forbidden will finally disappear in May, when the Elan GT6, virtually presented thanks to highly sophisticated reality system at

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Osculati stops temporarily to restart stronger than ever

Osculati stops temporarily and respects the latest anti-Coronavirus measures Until the latest order issued by the Lombardy Region and the ” Close Italy” decree signed by the President of the Council of Ministers, Osculati continued

Pardo Yachts America

Pardo Yachts sets out to conquer the American market

Pardo Yachts : an extensive sales and service network in America After the great success of its Dolce Vita-style boats, Pardo Yachts strengthens its presence in the American continent with a special service network dedicated

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America’s Cup World Series: Covid-19 wins

America’s Cup World Series Sardinia-Cagliari: Covid-19 wins A decision made due to “force majeure”. And, in this period, there is no cause of force greater than Coronavirus. The pandemic is, in fact, forcing the organizers

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Boating superstitions: when superstition takes off   When the two guests that I was waiting for looked out on jetty P4 of the Marina di Procida, a mixture of curiosity, astonishment and panic spread among skippers, mooring

Ocean Alexander 90R Open

Ocean Alexander 90R Open: here is the new version

Ocean Alexander 90R Open, the perfect version to sail in warm climates The result of the collaboration between Evan Marshall and Arrabito Naval Architects, the “R” motoryachts of the American shipyard are definitely one among

Nuova Jolly NJ 650 XL

Nuova Jolly NJ 650 XL : the revolution of space

Nuova Jolly NJ 650 XL : practicality at the helm The new model comes in the wake of the successful 700 XL, offering revolutionary spaces and solutions despite an apparently compact size. But it is

Magazzù MX-11

Used boats under the lens: Magazzù MX – 11

Magazzù MX-11   If you are looking for an elegant sporty Maxi Rib which is also able to retain its value over time, you certainly cannot help but think of a Magazzù. Undoubtedly recognized among the

CMC Marine

CMC Marine: the service network is expanding

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Absolute Yachts Navetta52

Absolute Navetta 52 : Generation 2020 has come

The new Absolute Navetta 52 Generation 2020  What Absolute Yachts carried out in the last year was a massive renewal operation of its lines. After the successful Navetta 58 and the brand-new Navetta 68, even

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Pyxis Yachts : debut in grand style with the P-30WA

The ambitious challenge launched by Pyxis Yachts  The goal is ambitious: to enter and succeed in a prestigious market segment whose high performance and safety standards go hand in hand with cutting-edge design. It’s with

Elan GT6

Elan GT6, the Porsche-hearted sailing yacht

Sporty and lightweight like a racing car Make way, let’s set sail! It may sounds as an oxymoron but is in a sense the result of an unprecedented union between sea and road. The new

sailing, motorboating and sea trials

Sailing, motorboating and sea trials

Sailing, motorboating and sea trials The essence of the last issue of  The International Yachting Media Digest Boating – the passion that unites us all – implies various possible opportunities. Sailing and motorboating are nothing

Selva Marine Spearfish 100XSR

The new Selva Spearfish 100XSR EFI conquers Dusseldorf

Selva Marine intorduces the Selva Spearfish 100XSR EFI Present with its iconic inflatable boats, fiberglass boats and 2- and 4-stroke engines, the Italian shipyard presented to the international audience the new Selva Spearfish 100XSR EFI

Pardo Endurance 60

Pardo Endurance 60 : the evolution of the species

If Darwin’s was a scientific revolution, then there is no doubt that what Pardo Yachts introduced with the launch of the new Pardo Endurance 60 is an evolution of the species that is destined to

Benetti Spectre

Benetti Spectre awarded by Robb Report

Benetti Spectre wins Robb Report China’s Best of the Best The award ceremony held on December 27 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beijing, China. A very important achievement for the Benetti Spectre, the 69-meter

Absolute Navetta 64

New Absolute Navetta 64: nothing will be the same

Absolute Navetta 64 When, a few years ago, Absolute Yachts introduced the Navetta range, it is undeniable, it literally upset the market. It was a high-magnitude earthquake that, while the rest of the market was

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Luxury holidays: the top 5 chicest winter destinations

Luxury holidays? Discover the top 5 most popular winter destinations If you like winter sports or are looking for a luxury holiday, you can’t miss the top 5 chicest winter destinations you’ve selected for you.

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X Shore Eelex 8000 : 100% electric, but do you like her?

X Shore Eelex 8000: is this minimalism “sustainable”? Inexplicably (in our opinion) rewarded for her design, the X Shore Eelex 8000 is a truly particular 8-meter boat which certainly does not go unnoticed. Designed to

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Duffy Boat, the American electric revolution

Duffy Boat, the charm of enjoying green cruising at 5 knots Imagine a Sunday when you want to have a stroll or a day trip. Well, Duffy Boats are the perfect option to experience this directly

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Ocean Alexander 84R, the skydeck that captivates the FLIBS

Here is Ocean Alexander 84R, the second model of the Revolution line Voluminous, modern, bright and with an exaggerated skydeck. Designed to meet the needs of international market and increasingly attentive to fashion, the new Ocean Alexander

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MCY 105, a 32-meter long dream

Monte Carlo Yachts MCY 105: a dreamlike flagship Among the superyachts exhibited at the Monaco Boat Show this year, there was also the flagship of Monte Carlo Yachts: the MCY 105. This is a boat

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Contest 67CS : that’s how a wonder sails

Sea Trial for the Contest 67CS : that’s how you can sail on board a wonder If a list of the seven wonders of boating had been drawn up, like that of the seven wonders

Boot 2020, official debut for CMC Marine

CMC Marine joins Boot Düsseldorf for the first time CMC Marine continues its expansion and aims at expanding its market at international level with special attention to Northern European markets. At Boot Dusseldorf, which CMC

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Guidi Srl presents two new unbreakable valves

Two new valves by Guidi Srl: a non-stick and a ball valve, developed in collaboration with the DITEN of the University of Genoa Guidi Srl is the Italian leader specialized in the production of bronze,

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MC2 Quick Gyro X25 Test Gyroscopic stabilizers have become an increasingly indispensable accessory. Similarly to steering joysticks, initially received with skepticism and then become a standard, these accessories, too, have definitely won the trust of

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Beneteau First 40.7 : used boats under the lens

The Beneteau First 40.7 Launched in 1997, the Beneteau cruiser racer model was, between the 1990s and 2000s, the reference point for all those who wanted to experience offshore races and enjoy, with the same

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Guidi Srl partner of Hot Lab for the Annual Rendez-Vous

Guidi Srl leads the Hot Lab Rendez-vous “The Italian Gentlemen” The prestigious ” The Italian Gentlemen” event was recently held, organized by Hot Lab, the Italian superyacht design studio which, for the fourth Rendez-Vous, chose

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Selva D.600 Special and Murena 40 XSR E.F.I. Horizons are broadened without a license Fitted with a 40HP outboard, she can exceed 30 knots! Presented in world premiere at the Genoa International Boat Show, the

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Rodman 38 Fly : used boats under the lens

The Rodman 38 Fly When thinking about a 12-meter flybridge model with good performance and an overall nice appearance, we can’t help but think about the Rodman 38. Fitted with a particularly seaworthy hull, she

Quick METS 2019

Quick Synchronous Motors and Quick Nautical Controls

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New Sport Coupè 56 : custom elegance by Rio Yachts

Wide interior and exterior spaces and collaborations with Italian yachting excellence: the second version of the Sport Coupè 56 is an amazing yacht The new Sport Coupè 56 offers the customization possibilities that only Rio Yachts

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Guidi Valves: a four-season test

We installed the Guidi Srl valves three years ago for a four-season sea trial on board the Daydreamer, the lab-boat of The International Yachting Media, the one we use to carry out most of our

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Flush by Besenzoni : the automatic door becomes custom

From 19th to 21st November, at METS, you can discover the latest Besenzoni innovation: Flush, the automatic door Also this year Besenzoni, the Italian leader of marine accessories, will be exhibiting at METS in Amsterdam

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Zar Formenti, Zar 95 SL première at FLIBS

Zar Formenti: the Zar 95 SL arrives at FLIBS Zar Formenti introduces its flagship in America, a booming market for the Italian shipyard which is imposing itself in the field of maxi RIBs. The Zar

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Elan E5 on test. Speed and precision

Elan E5, on test at the Genoa Boat Show The Gulf of Genoa gave us little wind for the sea trial of the Elan E5, a boat that we had already had the opportunity to

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Absolute 47 Fly Sea Trial. Don’t call her little!

The continuous renewal of Absolute models continues with the arrival of the 47 Fly. Absolute Yachts joined the latest boat shows with the new Absolute 47 Fly, a model which renovates the range of the

Contest 72CS : a masterpiece signed Contest Yachts

Contest 72CS : the queen of the Cannes Yachting Festival It is unlikely to climb on board the Contest 72 CS without getting excited. Contest Yachts does not simply builds sailboats but creates true masterpieces of

Osor Channel

That swing bridge across the Osor Channel

Across the Osor Channel Those who dock on Selve Island must decide between to options: to continue towards “Punta Bianca” and therefore the Kornati archipelago or to head north and choose between open sea and

Illumina Custom MISTRAL lamp

On Test. Illumina Custom Mistral: an innovative lamp

Illumina Custom Mistral Test: the magnetic double-function lamp When enclosed in a design item, light takes on a completely different nuance. Born from the mind of Marcello Rinaldi, a sailor and boat owner with a

Elan Impression 45.1

Elan Impression 45.1 World Premiere Sea Trial

She’s called Elan Impression 45.1 and is the latest creation by Elan Yachts, the well-known Slovenian shipyard which, since 1949, has been manufacturing sailboats with unmistakable lines. The Elan Impression 45.1 is scheduled to be

Nuova Jolly Marine NJ 700 XL

Nuova Jolly Marine at the Genoa Boat Show

Seaworthiness and reliability: these are the main features that has always distinguished Nuova Jolly Marine. The well-known shipyard of Milan, which has been innovating and manufacturing elegant performing boats since 1961, joins the Genoa International

Absolute Weekend 2019

Absolute Weekend : first Navetta 68 delivered

The Absolute Weekend in Varazze and the delivery of the first Navetta 68 As usual, in the last weekend of August, the Marina di Varazze hosted the Absolute Weekend, the famous boat exhibition organized thanks

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Swan 48, the return of the myth by German Frers

More than 40 years after the launch of the first iconic Swan 48 that, designed by Sparkman & Stephens, literally made the history of sailing, Nautor ‘s Swan introduces the new Swan 48: a blue

Besenzoni SP 600 G

Besenzoni launches two world premieres in Cannes

Besenzoni gets Cannes with two world premières: the rotating ladder SP 600 G and the helm seat P 338 Infinity Elegance Besenzoni joins the Cannes Yachting Festival with two world premieres: the rotating ladder SP

mooring methods, Marina di Porto Antico

ABC of yachting. The different mooring methods

Types of mooring methods After having described the different types of berths (link), now it’s time to illustrate the various types of mooring methods used for boats. There are three alternatives: stern-to, bow-to and side-on

Absolute Navetta 68

On Test. Absolute Navetta 68: the pleasure of sailing

We sea trial the brand-new Absolute Navetta 68 on a warm summer day. Absolute Yachts’ latest creation enters the range between the Navetta 58 and the flagship, the Navetta 73, maintaining the key characteristics that

Osculati

Osculati: cutting-edge logistics for a widespread network

Logistics by Osculati, the leader of marine accessories During our recent visit to Osculati’s headquarters, we found out a cutting-edge logistic system. The Italian company, specialized in the production of marine accessories, supplies over 5,000

synthetic teak decking comparative test

What’s the best synthetic teak? The comparative test

Comparative test for the three leaders of synthetic teak decking  The use of synthetic teak in marine decking is quickly and successfully replacing that of the natural wood. There are many companies producing this material

59th Genoa International Boat Show

Presales open for the 59th Genoa International Boat Show

Online tickets presales are now available for the 59th Genoa International Boat Show organised by UCINA, Italy’s Marine Industry Association, and scheduled to take place in Genoa from 19th to 24th September this year. Visitors

Benetti FB270

Benetti FB270 : first Chinese-flagged megayacht sold

The 65-meter Benetti Custom FB270 will be the first megayacht with a certificate issued by the China Classification Society and the English Lloyds Registry.   Benetti continues to build on its success in the Asia

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Buying a new boat: 6 tips to avoid scams

Unreliable shipyards? A short guide to buying a new boat If you think that buying a new boat is safer than purchasing a used yacht, you’re wrong. Unfortunately, it often happens that down payments buyers

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Effects of seafaring life on body and spirit

“Since sailors, and crews in particular, live in conditions and habits that are different from the rest of society, it happens that their intellectual faculties and physical condition receive changes that make them take on

Zeelander Z72 : a flagship in Porsche style

The luxury of the Zeelander Z72 During the 59th edition of FLIBS (Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show), the world’s most important boat show, Zeelander shipyard’s experts unveiled some important details about their new project. The

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Uniesse 56 SS: elegant, sporty and bright

Uniesse 56 SS: where the renaissance of the historic Italian shipyard starts Uniesse is back. After the total acquisition of the Italian brand by the former American leader of the group (Uniesse Marine Group LLC),

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Boat cruise preparation. Itinerary planning

Boat cruise preparation All checks have been carried out, everything seems to be in order, our boat shines like a mirror; we are finally ready to set sail! But another question springs to mind: where

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Monte Carlo Yachts MCY 66 Sea Trial

Climbing on board the brand-new Monte Carlo Yachts MCY 66 with her designer is an unmissable opportunity. The presence of Dan Lenard enables us to fully understand the many peculiarities that this yacht encapsulates and

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Choosing a used sailboat

Used sailboat: selection guide I remember that, in 1990, a Grand Soleil 39, which had been built and launched in 1988, was worth 175 million lire; in 1995, her price, in the second-hand market, was

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Alien (fatal) fish found in the Mediterranean

It is popularly known as ” spotted puffer fish” but its real name is Lagocephalus. And it is very dangerous. Its skin and entrails contain a toxin, TTX tetradoxyn, which can cause death through muscular paralysis, breathing complications and

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NIGHT SAILING: SMALL RITES AND ANCIENT EMOTIONS

Sunset is probably the moment when night sailing really starts. On the emotional level, first of all. I think it doesn’t matter how many nights you have spent at sea throughout your life. With experience,

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Racing or cruising? That is the question

Racing or cruising? That is the question The rift between “cruising” and “racing”- that is between boats designed to go to sea and enjoy a cruise and those specially designed to run and try to

Lavezzi and Budelli

Lavezzi and Budelli, an anchorage in the clouds

Lavezzi and Budelli Drawing the anchor in the waters of Cala Lazzarina in Lavezzi or Manto della Madonna in Budelli means to run the risk of confusing the border between sea and sky. Here, water

Osculati Family

Osculati: where marine accessories are born

Osculati : The Italian multinational company of marine accessories Have you ever stopped and observed the incredible multitude of accessories installed on a boat? If yes, you will have certainly noticed that most of them

YACHT CLUB ADRIACO: THE DISCREET CHARM.

They come from Udine, Pordenone, Padua, Milan and many other cities of northern Italy. We’re talking about the members of the most prestigious yacht club of the Adriatic: the second oldest one among all the

Port of Genoa

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All types of berths Choosing a berth is a topical thought. Never as now, in the light of the recent extraordinary weather events, the issue of boat safety at ports, once taken for granted, has

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Sea Trial for the new Yamaha 425 V8 XTO Offshore .

Yamaha 425 V8 XTO Offshore : the sea trial Presented last September at both Cannes Yachting Festival and Genoa International Boat Show, the new Yamaha 425 V8 XTO Offshore is the first outboard with direct

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Grande America sinks following a fire

“Grande America”, an Italian-flagged cargo ship, sinks in a water depth of over 4,000 meters The sinking of Grande America followed a fire that broke out in the night between March 10th and 11th and

Pardo 50

Pardo 50, “La Dolce Vita” lands in Miami

Pardo 50 : sixteen meters for a fascinating open boat Fun and beauty, enjoying life lightheartedly. These are the first emotions the Pardo 50 gives at first glance. We visited her at sunset during her

Feadship Caravelle

Feadship gets back to roots with a “Caravelle”

The last refit carried out by the ultra centenarian Dutch shipyard Feadship involved the motoryacht Caravelle, issued in the ’60s from a collaboration with Italian designed Carlo Riva. Today, it is inevitable for a sea

Ice Boat

Ice Boats: sailing on the ice

They work as real sailboats but their hulls are not immersed in the water. When they do that, as we will see, it is a real problem! We’re talking about Ice Boats, special boats that

40 Open Sunreef PowerDiamond Edition

Sunreef wears gold and diamond at Miami Yacht Show

“Diamonds are the girl’s best friend”, Marylin Monroe sang. It was 1954 when the hot movie star bewitched global audience in her slinky fuchsia dress, adorned by a white-diamond necklace. After more than 60 years

The new Absolute 62 Fly amazes America

After the presentation ceremony, held during the Dusseldorf Boat Show for the European audience, the new Absolute 62 Fly has her first debut at Miami Yacht Show. Her design is light and living spaces are

Nuova Jolly NJ 700 SeaFish

NJ 700 Se@Fish at “Vicenza Pescare Show”

Nuova Jolly Marine will join the Vicenza Pescare Show with two inflatable boats designed for sport fishing. The base is the same but with different solutions in order to meet every angler’s needs. The 700

Fountaine Pajot MY 40

Fountaine Pajot MY 40. Double hull, double spaces

Fountaine Pajot MY 40 The principle which next-generation cruising multihulls are based on is the supply of living surfaces and volumes that can be compared with those commonly found on longer single-hull boats. While this

Rio Yachts, Made in Italy

The beauty of “Made in Italy” with “R”

Anna Maria Ziliani Scarani tells: the beauty of  “Made in Italy” with “R” “Nine”: a biblical number classed as a perfect number that is even able to measure many lives. The first sheet of 2019

Bluegame 62

Bluegame 62: the evolution of species

Shape and function: the secrets of Luca Santella’s Bluegame 62 In the segment of motor-powered yachts, at least until a few years ago, there were, in essence, two lines of thoughts. The fist places design

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Vela Code, Dan Lenard sails to Miami

The famous yacht designer Dan Lenard of the design studio Nuvolari Lenard, founded in 1992 with its headquarters near Venice, has decided to cross the Atlantic on board a sailboat without using neither fuel nor

HP Bibi

HP BiBi. Watermakers become smart

That related to watermakers has always been a subject of debate within boat owners’s community. There are many models available and the choice can depend on many factors, such as dimensions, the l/h flow rate

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Raymarine DockSense . Docking becomes a piece of cake

Raymarine DockSense : docking with a virtual fender Raymarine continues its futuristic technological race towards an increasingly easier use of boats. After having impressed us with the augmented reality of Clear Cruise Augmented Reality, now

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Feadship launches the 58-metre Najiba

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Karnic SL 800 by Selva

Karnic SL 800 by Selva , the yacht of suprises

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Benetti Mega Yachts

Benetti : three Mega Yachts for a unique parade

The memorable parade of three Benetti mega yachts It’s not everyday, actually it never happens to see three masterpieces, three symbols of the Italian boating industry, parade all together to the pleasure of spectators. It

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Christmas has come. For many, this holiday revokes memories of show and mountains. But, even if Santa Claus and his reindeer will leave from the North Pole, they will inevitably cross the sea. In the

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Besenzoni’s accessories light up the MetsTrade

Like every year, Besenzoni joins the MetsTrade in Amsterdam with its lines of accessories and exhibits its novelties in style. This year, visiting the booth, we have noticed an underlying philosophy that unites all the

Zar Formenti at Paris Boat Show

Zar Formenti : in Paris with the Zar 95 SL

In Paris, the Zar 95 SL goes on scene in her white guise As usual, Zar  Formenti’s booth is particular. Recognizable from a distance thanks to the typical shape of hulls that, high and made

Piero Formenti EBI

Piero Formenti: a look into the Europe of boating

Piero Formenti : Boating associations in Europe Boating is very important in Europe, at both numerical and economic level. In Europe, indeed, there are 36 millions of yachtsmen that develop an overall turnover of over

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Med Group at MetsTrade: a constantly growing business

Med Group goes on growing. Excellent volumes of sales, renovation, constant innovation of product lines and an increasingly closer and more fruitful collaboration with government bodies through a range of military boats named Med Defense

Absolute Yachts Boat Builder Awards

Absolute Yachts wins the Boat Builder Awards 2018

Absolute Yachts : when innovation leads to the “ Boat Builder Awards ”  The number of trophies that, year after year, boat show after boat show, Absolutes Yachts incessantly goes on collecting around the world

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Benetti delivers megayacht “Spectre”

On November 19th, Benetti celebrated the delivery of the new Benetti Megayacht “Spectre” to its American owners, John and Jeanette Staluppi, in an exclusive ceremony at its Livorno shipyard. The new creation is a full-custom

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Maybe, I’m looking for a boat for sale

” Excuse me, can I see this boat for sale?”. The approach is always the same, in Genoa as at any other boat show. I have deliberately taken note of many of these situations in

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Marine accessories? MetsTrade 2018 Amsterdam starts

Anticipation is rising for the start of MetsTrade 2018. As usual, the world’s biggest leisure marine equipment show will take place at Rai Amsterdam from 13th to 15th November. Our staff will join the event,

Palm Beach 70

Palm Beach 70 : a new star is born at FLIBS

After the great success achieved by the Palm Beach GT50, the shipyard, acquired by Grand Banks in 2014, presents its new entry at FLIBS: the Palm Beach 70. With this new model, the shipyard with

Bavaria Yachts

Bavaria Yachts emerges from abyss thanks to CMP

  The news of an imminent bankruptcy at Bavaria Yachts had shocked the world of boating industry and, in particular, all those who had witnessed, just a few weeks before, the spectacular presentation of the

Rio Yachts GT 60

Rio Yachts: a real boat atelier

A shipyard that uses elegance as its own stylistic hallmark like Rio Yachts can only do its best in focusing on every detail of the boats it manufactures. Not only in order to guarantee the

Amare Group Charon

Amare Group grows up and teaches

They’re young and smiling, dynamic and optimistic. But Amare Group doesn’t want anyone to define it as a start-up. The talented guys of yachting equipment have become a solid successful reality that teaches and innovates

Besenzoni P461

Besenzoni’s novelties at Cannes Yachting Festival

Hot days at Cannes Yachting Festival 2018 not only because of sultry weather but also because of the great public success and the incredible amount of contacts in both consumer and business sector achieved. Also

Mylius 80

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At last, they have succeeded: the Gandini family has its own Mylius. The news might sound paradoxical if we consider that the Gandini family is nothing more than the Mylius shipyard, famous for its prestigious fast

Contest 67 CS

Contest 67 CS: a boat for all seas

Sooner or later, there comes a time in every sailor’s life when he says: ” That’s it. I’ll buy a boat; no, I’ll buy THE boat. Not the definitive boat, not the final boat. But

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Absolute Yachts: all upcoming novelties unveiled

Presented at Cannes Yachting Festival the new boats of the Absolute Yachts‘ fleet that, whilst representing a coherent growth of the current most successful ranges, clearly reconfirm the constant desire to innovate of the shipyard.

Arimar life raft

Voyage to Arimar. How life rafts are built.

Last May, on the docks of the Marina di Varazze, we took you inside an Arimar life raft for a 20-hour test where we analyzed the functioning of this security device and discovered the many

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Since the ’80s, Rio Center Napoli is the direct branch of the historic Bergamo-based shipyard Rio Yachts. Located in the wonderful portion of land stretching from Naples to Pozzuoli, the Rio branch has been a

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Axopar 37 Sea Trial: safety, precision and speed.

Axopar 37 Sun-Top: Sea Trial The Finnish shipyard Axopar arose from the genius of the founders of three brands: Aquador, XO Boats and Paragon Yachts. Its name is indeed derived from the initials of these

tuna drifting, chumming by hand

Tuna drifting: chumming by hand, or not?

We’ve already seen in other articles how essential chumming is in intercepting tuna fish. When made with continuity throughout the fishing trip, this operation indeed attracts fish which ends up coming to the area where,

Evinrude 300

Evinrude and the emissions challenge

The Canadian brand Evinrude is the starting point of our survey on how the main marine heat engine manufacturers are preparing to launch the future clean low-emission and low-consumption engines. Carbon dioxide and polluting gas

maritime safety equipment

Maritime safety and DIY equipment

I was walking along the hiking trail overlooking the Cantore refuge, almost at the top of the Tofane mountains, when I was stopped: first by a Carabiniere, then by a man of Guardia di Finanza

Victory Design rendering

Victory Design: the art of innovation

Situated on the top floor of a glass building in Via Nuova Marina, suspended between the sea and the sky of Naples, raises Victory Design, the naval architecture firm and creative kingdom that the virtuous

line twisted around the propeller

When a line gets twisted around the propeller

Line in the propeller If you have chosen August for your boat holidays, get ready to accept all the problems congestion at ports and berths involves. One among the main dangers you might run into

Zar 79 SL

Zar 79 SL. The test of an extraordinary RIB

When Piero Formenti invited me to test the new Zar 79 SL, I was delighted to accept his proposal. The hull of this boat is legendary: it indeed kitted out the Zar 75 Classic, one

Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319

Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319. The boat for everyone

During the presentation of the new Jeanneau’s models in Cannes, in a beautiful sunny day, we tested the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319.  The smallest member in the Sun Odyssey family, this boat is an affordable

Helly Hansen

The International Yachting Media chooses Helly Hansen

The International Yachting Media, the popular international yachting web portal, chooses Helly Hansen clothing for its team. Cold and wind will be just an old memory for both the journalists and operators of the media

Arimar life raft test

Test: 20 hours on board a life raft

Life raft: 20 hours on board Life raft is an essential part of boat equipment, even if we all hope we never have to use it. But how’s life inside? How can we make the

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Ewincher: the electric winch handle

The French company CHRYSADEV launches Ewincher, the electric winch handle for hoisting and hauling halyards and sheets. Out-of-water test at La Grande Motte Multihull Boat Show The English idiom “two’s company, three’s a crowd” seems

boat preparation for cruising

How to prepare your boat for cruising

Summer is coming, temperature gets warmer, our desire to set sail grows. It has happened to all of us, maybe at the beginning of our globetrotter career, to ask ourselves some questions or seek advice

ice sailing

Ice sailing. Sliding at 35 knots on Lake Geneva

Winter is not the most suitable season to sail the sea and many yachtsmen prefer waiting for fine weather to set sail. However, some of them don’t give up sailing emotions even in cold weather.

ketch

The pros of the ketch rig

Gennaro Coretti and the ketch rig John Goode is a sailing instructor who lives and works in Southampton. He is a member of the Royal Institute of Navigation and a RYA examiner. This sacred monster of

Volvo Ocean Race

Volvo Ocean Race: riding the storm in the ocean

A special race for extremely trained crews, able to react any sea conditions. The Volvo Ocean Race is a unique competition which requires unparalleled effort from both skippers and crews. This is why any sailor

Felucca ride on the Nile

The tale of a felucca trip

When Alì gestured to me that, if I wanted, I could take the helm, I was primarily concerned to grab it where I thought he hadn’t touched it with his feet. So, I got up

Tankoa S533 SAETTA

Tankoa S533: 53 meters of planing power

Tankoa S533 Saetta Highly aggressive lines, perfectly in line with the conceptual philosophy of the boatyard, 53-meter length and a maximum beam of over 9 meters. This is the business card of the new Tankoa

Sunset crossing Daydreamer

Sea crossing: the emotions of sailing

Crossing the sea is always exciting, no matter where you’re leaving from or the destination you’re heading to: the mere thought of running on a imaginary line linking what the sea divides always makes me

Teaknotek, the synthetic teak by Flexiteek

Teaknotek, when synthetic teak decking is called Flexiteek

Imported and installed in Italy by Teaknotek, Flexiteek is the ultimate synthetic teak decking for boats. Invented in 2000, the product has progressively undergone an intense process of technological development which has brought it to achievements which

Hatteras 45 GTX

Hatteras Yachts, the 45GTX becomes Fly

With almost 60 years of experience in boat building, Hatteras Yachts is the worldwide leading manufacturer of technically highly performing fishing boats. Not only fast vessels but, above all, boats fitted with complete technical equipment, clever

Stuffed Squid Recipe by Maurizio Pastacaldi

Stuffed Squid Recipe by Captain Maurizio Pastacaldi

Stuffed Squid Recipe by Maurizio Pastacaldi For all yachtsmen who love living the sea and spending their nights at anchor, squid fishing – which we will talk about in another article – is a excellent,

Chris Craft Launch 28 GT

Chris-Craft Launch 28 GT: the range evolves

Chris Craft has been building boats for 142 years. The style of the legendary American brand is unique: elegant sporty open boats characterized by excellent performances and great seaworthiness. With the official presentation of the

Azimut Grande 35 Metri

Azimut Grande 35 Metri. Coloring outside the lines .

Azimut Grande 35 Metri Yachts are dream items. And it’s strange to think how the concept of dream itself is often repressed by the respect for traditional beauty standards, very often too similar to themselves.

Tuna Drifting, Basics for beginners

Tuna Drifting: basics for beginners

Tuna Drifting: Basics for beginners The increased number of bluefin tuna fish (some areas seem to register a real return of the species), clearly supported by specific laws restricting their catching and therefore by the short

Sanlorenzo SX88

Sanlorenzo SX88: the unusual concept of space

Ideas generally spring up from personal experiences and the belief that reality can be shaped at will. For many this is just pure speculation; for others, it is a strong incentive to create concrete, unconventional

Anna Scarani Rio Yachts

Anna Scarani, Rio Yachts. The female face of yachting

Interview with Anna Scarani, Rio Yachts ” Women have reached the pinnacle of glory, in every art by them professed“, the Italian poet Ludovico Ariosto quoted, and Anna Maria Ziliani Scarani has been excelling in the

Kenia Big Game Fishing

Kenya Big Game Fishing

These weeks, Kenya is offering its main Kaskasi monsoon season and therefore the top offshore fishing time, especially for anglers looking for big preys. The Kenyan Coast is bordered by the Indian Ocean for about

Troostwijk Cantieri Baglietto

Troostwijk: three boat auctions until January 30th

Finding a luxury yacht at a good price without risking a con? The challenge is difficult yet not impossible. We’ve already talked about Troostwijk and boats auctioned by some leasing companies because their owners ran

Boatandboats Fishing

Boatandboats Fishing is born. The boat fishing magazine

Great news for The International Yachting Media which, although having just launched the French edition of the world’s most popular yachting magazine, cranks out a further novelty. The magazine opens doors to Boatandboats Fishing, the new macro-category

Happy New Year to all readers of Boatandboats.com

Another year where we have talked a long road together has gone and we would like to thank all the readers who have accompanied us in this path. May you have a wonderful 2018 and, above all,

loxo 32

Loxo 32: the powerboat which fancies itself a sailboat

Someone has described her as a sailboat without the mast. In a more flattering way, others, including the boatyard itself, describes her as a boat designed for the retired sailors who want to find an alternative in motorboats.

Mondomarine FALCIAI ZAMBRINI

Mondomarine, prosecutors investigate on missing money.

The crisis of Mondomarine, one among the historic and most important groups of the shipbuilding industry, has seen another development in an investigation into the builder’s business operations. Yesterday morning, in Savona, engineer Giuseppe Dilorenzo,

Cape Cod Rosewest

Cape Cod Rosewest: 9 meters to dream on the water

It’s not a brand-new concept – the boat was actually presented three years ago – yet the extraordinary combination of exquisite, vintage lines and advanced technology of this boat results into a “wow” effect even

capelli tempest-900 wa

On Test. Capelli Tempest 900 WA

A 9-meter inflatable boat can be considered as the largest of the small models or, if you prefer, the smallest among the big models. The different perspective depends on the general concept and, above all, the type

heavy weather sailing

Heavy weather sailing. How to handle waves

We’ve already seen how important is to prepare our boat and crew for heavy weather sailing. Now, it’s time to find out a few, general rules to enjoy a safe navigation in heavy weather without

Bénéteau Peugeot Sea Drive Concept

Bénéteau and Peugeot launch the Sea Drive Concept

Mutual influences between automobile and leisure marine industry have become increasingly widespread, resulting into multiple contaminations and mixtures both in terms of design and technology. A sort of osmosis which has not always succeeded in

heavy weather sailing

How to prepare for heavy weather sailing

Weather reports indicated a 18-knot south-east wind, rain and some storms would be approaching us along the Tuscany Coast in the next hours. Our destination was the Gulf of La Spezia; in short, a safe

nuova jolly marine prince 25

On Test. Prince 25: when the hull is the trademark

An extraordinarily seaworthy hull. This is, in our opinion, the main distinctive characteristic of the new Nuova Jolly Marine Prince 25. The sea trial that we experienced in the choppy sea of Genoa some weeks

Guidi srl mets 2017

Guidi brings Art to the METS Trade in Amsterdam

Countdown for Guidi Srl, an undisputed brand in the sector of marine equipment, which is about to celebrate its 50th anniversary (1968-2018). The preparations for the upcoming accomplishment already started at the Marine Equipment Trade

wild boar rescued at sea

Drowning wild boar rescued at sea

It was thanks to the prompt, courageous intervention of two sea professionals that – as crazy as it may sound – a wild boar was saved from certain death off the Tuscany Coasts. The incredible

ac75 America's Cup concept

Here is the America’s Cup Class AC75 boat concept

The concept of the AC75, the class of high-performance monohull racing yachts to be sailed in the 36th America’s Cup, has finally been revealed. Compared with the previous editions managed by Alinghi and Oracle teams,

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Red Bull Cape Fear: where angels ride jet skis

When the sea conditions are as extreme as those shown the video below, surfers actually risk their own life. Dangers are multiple: they can be held underwater by two or more consecutive waves or even

Red Bull Wave Party

Crazy DIY vessel Red Bull Wave Party

The Red Bull Party Wave, the competition challenging creative teams to build their own surf vessel and ride the best wave as a team, returns to the shores of Waikiki’s Kuhio Beach. Surfers include any

winners of the 2017 dame awards

Mets Trade 2017. Here are the winners of the DAME Awards

Yesterday morning (November 14), at the commencement of the Amsterdam Mets Trade – the world’s largest marine equipment trade show – the 2017 Dame Awards winners were announced. The annual, prestigious competition prizes the most innovative products

Absolute Navetta 48 Flibs

Absolute Yachts launches the new Navetta 48.

Great success for Absolute Yachts at Fort Lauderdale Boat Show. At the American boat show, the Italian boatyard has shown the reasons which have led it to succeed over the last few years. In other

sea tornado

A sea tornado hits a beach: here’s what happens

Striking images captured by several people on their smartphones show a sea tornado hitting a beach full of bathers, maybe too busy looking at it to get away in time. It happened on a Brazilian beach

troostwijk boat auction

Troostwijk auctions two boats for the next 15 days

What happens when a yacht owner can’t afford to pay it? Generally, the boat is auctioned at a very low price to the delight of new buyers. The Europe’s largest and most highly respected online

sea ray slx 400

Sea Ray SLX 400 Outboard : “The Entertainer”

Sea Ray has joined the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show with three interesting novelties: the Sundacer 320 Outboard, the SLX 400 Outboard and the 520 Fly. The SLX 400 Outboard has particularly drawn the visitors’s attention. ” We

Solé Diesel engines

Solé Diesel: professional engines seduce yachtsmen

Marine diesel engines, marine generators, installation kits, engine shafts, propellers, electric systems… The list is even longer but, maybe, we’ve already made the idea. Solé Diesel is a company where “multitasking” is the main priority, specialized

Besenzoni boat accessories

Besenzoni: yacht gangways and accessories since 1967

Much of the recent evolution in yachting design results from the introduction of new accessories and the chance for numerous manufacturers and designers to broaden the horizons of possibilities . It is no coincidence that

cigarette surfboard

Let’s surf on a cigarette surfboard!

Do cigarette butts pollute both sea and beaches? Why don’t we use them to create surfboards? This is the brilliant idea of Taylor Lane, a Californian surfer who has created a surfboard with 10,000 cigarette filters.    

Castaway

Rescued after 5 months adrift at sea

Last October 25th, the U.S. Navy rescued two sailors, both from Honolulu, after five months adrift at sea. Jennifer Appel and Tasha Fuiaba had set sail this spring from Hawaii to Tahiti, where they were

Prestige 520

Prestige 520. A new vision of the sea.

When we talk about “vision” with reference to the new Prestige 520, we want to refer to the pictures of the sea that actually come to the guests of this new flybridge model even when

anchoring with lines ashore

How to anchor with lines ashore

When spending a night at the anchor, you have different possibilities to anchor your boat. One of them is to take one or more lines ashore. This is not my favourite technique because I prefer anchoring with my boat

Karnic SL 602

Karnic SL 602: the realm of versatility

From Cyprus to Genoa to present versatile boats designed to suit different needs. Karnic Boats is one of the boatyards that make internationality a distinctive feature of the Genoa Boat Show which, in turn, therefore becomes a

Marlin 24 SR

On test. Marlin 24 SR: uncompromised style

Enthusiasts of the “American way of boating”, rejoice! Today, with the Marlin Boat Marlin 24 SR, you can have an American-style boat to enjoy sea and water sports but 100% made in Italy. With an

ship salvage

Video: spectacular salvage of the Modern Express

On 26th January 2016, the Modern Express, a 164-meter-long ferry sailing in the Atlantic, lost stability during a storm and would have caused a terrible environmental disaster along the north-western French coast if a team

Jeanneau NC 33

NEW JEANNEAU NC 33: SURPRISING VOLUMES ON BOARD

A new model has joined the Jeanneau NC range this year. Officially presented to the world at the last Cannes Yachting Festival, the NC 33 drew the audience’s attention with her ergonomic and fluid lines

record-breaking Barcolana

RECORD-BREAKING BARCOLANA: FACTS AND MEMORIES

I had heard it right! My doubt was legitimate because “Brake!” is an uncommon and completely useless exclamation at sea. However, someone used it when that small missile – something just a little bigger than

Arcadia Yachts 45 M For.Th

ARCADIA YACHTS: “YACHTING RENAISSANCE” IN CANNES

Arcadia Yachts is a boatyard that has been managed to make its mark with the launch of very innovative projects since its foundation. At Cannes Yachting Festival, following the celebration of its 7th anniversary and

hydrofoil-yacht collision

HYDROFOIL CRASHES INTO YACHT IN THE GULF OF NAPLES

Moments of panic yesterday in the Gulf of Naples, where a hydrofoil with hundred of passengers aboard crashes into a yacht. The accident seems to have occurred a few miles away from Molo Beverello. The

Gulliver 57

Gulliver Sail 57: an Italian, aluminium globetrotter

Built by Gulliver Sail, the Gulliver 57 is a 18-metre sailboat designed by Marc Lombard in cooperation with Alessandro Valenti, who took care of both interiors and deck. The project started with Carlo Gullotta, a

Jeanneau Leader 33

2018: A WAVE OF NOMINATIONS FOR JEANNEAU

2017 has brought a rain of novelties for Jeanneau, including the birth of the new Sun Odyssey range and the enlargement of the Cap Camarat family. The work of the French boatyard has been particularly

Raymarine Axiom Pro 12

AXIOM PRO: EVOLUTION ACCORDING TO RAYMARINE

The Genoa International Boat Show was the place Raymarine selected to present its two latest novelties. The first is named Axiom Pro. Available in 9-, 12- and 16-inch display size, the system is the advanced

Amer 110

ON TEST. AMER 110 WITH QUAD IPS: REVOLUTION IS NOW!

We already announced the launch of the brand new Amer 110 last August, when the new creation of the Sanremo-based boatyard had touched water for the first time. In the few following weeks, Permare Group’s staff completed its work

CRN Cloud 9 superyacht

CRN PRESENTS 74-METRE SUPERYACHT “CLOUD 9”

To be on cloud nine is a typical English idiom used to express a state of supreme elation and happiness. And “Cloud 9” is the name chosen by the owner of the new beautiful 74-metre CRN

M-GT-Cantieri-Magazzù

CANTIERI MAGAZZÙ: ITALIAN EXCELLENCE IN CANNES

What are two aeronautical engineers doing in the world of yachting? They apply their knowledge, of course, along with a methodological approach to boat manufacturing since, after all, boats, like planes in the air, move

Absolute Yachts

ABSOLUTE YACHTS. FOUR ACES AT GENOA BOAT SHOW

The Navetta 73 has just been awarded at Cannes Yachting Festival and the organizational machine of Absolute Yachts is working fast and hard again to join the Genoa International Boat Show. After the Cannes experience,

Catana 53

CATANA 53: THE NEW SAILING CATAMARAN CONCEPT

For years, Catana has been synonymous with speed and high sailing performances for all catamaran enthusiasts. In the past, however, ability was less important than the typical aggressive design characterizing these boats. But with the arrival of

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AZIMUT YACHTS PRESENTS ITS FOUR ACES IN CANNES

Today, the real star at Cannes Yaching Festival has been Azimut Yachts, the prestigious Italian yach builder owned by Azimut Benetti Group. The brand has indeed presented four new models, all designed by architect Stefano

Solaris 68

SOLARIS 68: A PEARL NESTLED IN THE BAY OF CANNES

Probably one among the most expected world premières at Cannes Yachting Festival, the last creation of the Aquileia-based shipyard doesn’t live up to expectations. The Solaris 68, designed by Javier Soto Acebal, is simply beautiful. The use

sailboat crashes into rocks in naples

SAILBOAT CRASHES INTO ROCKS IN NAPLES, ITALY

It happened in Naples last Sunday. Harsh weather conditions caused a sailboat to break its moorings at the promenade of Caracciolo. The impressive scene was filmed by pedestrians who later sent it to YouReporter, the video

coelmo power management systems

COELMO AT GENOA BOAT SHOW WITH THE NEW INTEGRA PLUS SYSTEM

Innovative products and market foresight capability have always been the main hallmarks of Coelmo, a company that has been manufacturing industrial and marine generating sets since the immediate post-war era. The upcoming Genoa International Boat

Mako jump onboard

HUGE MAKO SHARK JUMPS ONTO FISHING BOAT IN USA

It really happened in the United States last July. A family was enjoying his favourite sport – offshore fishing – when something massive took the bait. After a long hard fight against the fish, the line

medical emergencies at sea

MEDICAL EMERGENCIES AT SEA. SIX PRACTICAL CASES

As many of you have unfortunately experienced, the boat is an inexhaustible source of minor and major incidents which are not comparable with any other “category” of situations. Different types of possible negative events are indeed concentrated

Absolute Yachts Navetta 73

ABSOLUTE WEEKEND. NAVETTA 73: THE BIRTH OF A QUEEN

An extremely crowded Absolute Weekend welcomes us in the enchanting frame of the Marina di Varazze, Italy, and we immediately feel like home. Since we visited this shipyard for the first time, we’ve indeed perceived

docked boats

THE INEVITABLE BOAT PARADE..

What does the weather forecast say? It will be good but a little cloudy. Which weather forecast have you seen? If it is issued by the local body, we’ll be safe: the others, on the

Riva-Yachts

RIVA CONQUERS THE LOUNGE AT VENICE FILM FESTIVAL

After all, it was natural. From favourite boat of stars, actors and film directors in several film scenes and their private lives, Riva – the Italian brand universally recognized as the symbol of luxury and glamour

Selva VIB 270

SELVA 270 VIB: THE UNBREAKABLE TENDER

It wasn’t easy trying to convince Carlo Selva but he finally accepted to give us his tender for the second year running. He knows very well how stressful our tests are and a second season of

Amel 50

AMEL 50: A REVOLUTIONARY SLOOP-RIGGED SAILBOAT

In its 53 years of activity, the French shipyard Amel Yachts has always been a whole other story. Unconventional and designed to sail all around the world, Amel boats have always stood out for their great

man overboard tips

ACCIDENTS AT SEA: CAPTAIN OVERBOARD!

Many years ago, a sailing instructor told me: ” During any navigation, throw a life preserver in the water and shout: MAN OVERBOARD! Don’t care about the manoeuvre and see what happens…Then, imagine you’re in that

sailboat stops bike race

SAILBOAT STOPS BIKE RACE IN NORWAY

Right at the 5km to go marker, four riders have established a good gap when, rounding a corner, they see something unthinkable. The road leading to the bridge is closed. Slowly, the drawbridge raises and

Italian yacht on fire off Nice

DIANA BRACCO’S SUPERYACHT ON FIRE OFF NICE

The “If Only” superyacht owned by the famous Italian businesswoman Diana Bracco went down in flames in the anchorage of Nice yesterday. Fortunately, no passengers were injured during the accident. The fire on board the

Onboard medical emergencies

MEDICAL EMERGENCIES AT SEA

There are subjects that people prefer not to mention aboard. That’s generally typical of guests who, for example, seem to be a little surprised when safety equipment is shown to them during the cruise. ” Why

everything is possible aboard

EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE ABOARD

The different roles reflect the classic stereotype of the couple aboard: the man at the wheel and his lady involved in the docking manouevres. Usually, a higher tone of voce emerges, especially the man’s one

out-of-control tender

OUT-OF-CONTROL TENDER CRASHES INTO TWO YACHTS AND A JETTY

It should have happened last August 11th in Safak, Turkey. An out-of-control tender crashed into a jetty spreading panic among bathers. The pilot had fallen overboard during a manoeuver, probably because he didn’t wear the

Fear in Ibiza squall yachts stranded

FEAR IN IBIZA. VIOLENT SQUALL ATTACKS BOATS AT ANCHOR

It’s the night between 9th and 10th August when a violent squall hits Ibiza coasts. A terrible cloudburst comes just a little minutes before a 45-knot wind. Unfortunately, the violent storm strands many among the

Absolute Yachts Navetta 73

ABSOLUTE NAVETTA 73: ENGINEERING OF BEAUTY

The fourth “Absolute Dealer Meeting”, a real “family reunion” of Absolute Yachts dealers from all around the world, was the occasion for us to visit the new flagship of the Italian yacht builder. We indeed climbed

Colorado 44

RIO YACHTS COLORADO 44: AN INNOVATIVE SPORT CRUISER

Clearly inspired by the Rio 42 Air, the Colorado 44 represents a clear evolution of her predecessor, of which she replicates the typical philosophy of a hard top-equipped sport cruiser but with different layout, innovative

Prestige 560

ON TEST. PRESTIGE 560: AN EXTRAORDINARY CRUISER

Among the latest creations proposed by the Prestige brand this year, the Prestige 560 features the most interesting interior layout. With a smaller size compared to the previous 630 and 680, the newest member of

9,-12 and 16-inch Raymarine Axiom Pro

THE UNSCARY SIXTH SENSE. FLIR LAUNCHES NEW AXIOM PRO CONTROL SYSTEM

It has become part of everyday language thanks to a thriller/horror movie starred by Bruce Willis and, now, everyone wants it. Because a sixth sense could be really useful, especially when sailing on the sea. The improvement of sailors’ “sensorial” skills is precisely

Coelmo DM600

COELMO DM600, on board tests of laboratory boat

We had wrote some time ago about innovative installation of Coelmo DM600. The generating set has been installed in the dinette below the table, astern of the mast. The first result of the test, that

boat holiday safe cruise

The precious rings of Tonco for a safe cruise

His name is Tonco, maybe the writing could be Tonko, with the K, but phonetically the name remains the same. You see the smoke of his cigarette before seeing him, he keeps it always alighted

Mylius Yachts 76' "E Vai"

NEW MYLIUS 76′ FD SAILING YACHT “E VAI” LAUNCHED

The second Mylius 76‘ Flush Deck sailing yacht was launched in the Marina di Cala de’ Medici, in Rosignano (Italy), last Sunday June 11th. In the new boat of the Podenzano-based shipyard , all the typical values

man overboard precautions

MAN OVERBOARD: PREVENTION MEASURES

We’ve already written some articles about man overboard rescue operations and procedures. In a case, we’ve even experimented with Matteo Miceli what he considers to be the best rescue method while sailing. Today, what we

Piero Formenti President of EBI

PIERO FORMENTI CONFIRMED PRESIDENT OF EBI

Piero Formenti, Vice President of UCINA, has been confirmed President of EBI, the Association which represents leisure marine industry in Europe. During the annual general assembly in Bruxelles last June 14th, EBI elected its new Council and

Columbus-Classic-80mt

COLUMBUS YACHTS UNVEILS ITS NEW 80-METRE YACHT

Columbus Yachts, the “creative” rib of Palumbo Group, has unveiled its new 80-metre superyacht these days. Managed by the founding Palumbo family, the group is a leading name in the construction, repair and refit of

Suzuki DF 350 A

NEW SUZUKI V6 DF 350A OUTBOARD

With the recent introduction of its new top-of-the-line engine, Suzuki Marine offers all the power you want for your outboards. At 350 horsepower, this V6 four-stroke outboard is named DF 350 A and is the

Del Pardo Grand Soleil 80

DEL PARDO UNVEILS THE NEW GRAND SOLEIL 80 CONCEPT

The first boat of the new “Grand Soleil Custom” brand recently launched by the Italian Cantiere del Pardo shipyard will be a 80-foot sloop through which the Forlì-based shipyard will start to build boats between 60

ICE 52 Belatrix vs Nonnoveloce

ICE 52 NOMINATED FOR PERFORMANCE CRUISER CATEGORY

Italian nautical designers and engineers have certainly much to teach in the world of boat industry. However, unfortunately, as for sea culture and diffusion of sailing as a popular tradition, Italy is lagging after France and England, where sailing

Baglietto Yachts 48 metres Andiamo launch

ANDIAMO: BAGLIETTO’S LATEST 48-METRE SUPERYACHT

Featuring a decisively intriguing name, Andiamo is Baglietto‘s latest megayacht launched a few days ago with a technical launch before the official delivery to her owner. With an overall length of 48 metres, the yacht

Navico B&G V20 vhf radio

B&G LAUNCHES NEW V20 NMEA 2000-COMPATIBLE VHF RADIO

Among the brands gathered under the Navico parent company, B&G stands out for the manufacturing of marine accessories specifically destined to sailing world. Precisely in this field, the brand has recently presented a new D-Class VHF radio

Estilo 17

ESTILO ENTERS THE MARKET WITH SPECIAL RIBS

Advertorial “ What makes Estilo ribs so special?”. If we ask it to Osmar Ramiro, the owner and founder of the brand, he answers with a smile: “Nothing”. However, the “nothing” he loves to use is loaded

humpback whale stuck in the harbour

HUMPBACK WHALE STUCK IN VENTURA HARBOUR

Last Saturday May 20th, a juvenile humpback whale, whose length was said to be between 9 and 11 metres, was spotted by a couple of yachtsmen inside the California’s Ventura Harbour. Despite the prompt intervention of

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Accidents at sea

It seems incredible with all the space there but, even at sea, terrible accidents often occur. The video below shows an interesting series, from head-on collision to crashes between military ships.    

Frauscher Boats website

FRAUSCHER LAUNCHES ITS NEW WEBSITE

We are having fun. Do You? That’ the new advertising campaign launched by Frauscher Boats, the Austrian shipyard which manufactures elegant open motorboats. More specifically, this new communication strategy focuses on the most interesting aspect of

boat swapping on line

BOATSWAPPING.ONLINE: YOUR BOAT, ANYWHERE

Would you like hundreds of boats available instead of just a single one? And without breaking the bank? Well, the answer is Boatswapping.online, the innovative online platform gathering a community of boat owners that make

Ganz Boats Ovation 7.6

GANZ OVATION 7.6: SWISS ELEGANCE, UNIVERSAL QUALITY

Photo by Lorenzo Giulietti Experiencing a sea trial on board a Ganz Ovation 7.6  in Lake Zurich is like driving a Ferrari in Maranello. Relatively speaking, of course. But it’s precisely near these waters that Matthias Ganz’s

Marina Varazze Marstrom m32

EXCITING M32 YACHTS LAND IN MARINA DI VARAZZE

From May 26th to 28th 2017, Marina di Varazze will become the Mediterranean capital city of great sailing. The last weekend of May, the six teams of the M32 Mediterranean Series will indeed compete in

Mylius Yachts cup

MYLIUS CUP: THE WINNER IS OSCAR 3

When we tested her last December, her sailing performances astonished us so much that we defined her as the “boat which sails faster than wind”. Her debut at the Mylius Cup, a sailing race included

Navico NAIS 500 Class-B

NAVICO LAUNCHES THE NEW NAIS 500 CLASS-B AIS TRANSPONDER

Navico, the parent company to Lowrance, Simrad and B&G brands, leaders in marine electronics for professional and recreational boating, launches the new NAIS 500 Class-B. A safety tool whose presence on board is increasingly more essential

Ganz Boats shipyard

GANZ BOATS: THE SHIPYARD IN THE SWISS MOUNTAINS

Photo by Lorenzo Giulietti Ganz Boats strikes regardless its beautiful boats. The location of the shipyard, for example, is itself a strength. The headquarters, on the left shore of the long narrow river following the bright

Wally 145 German Frers

NEW GERMAN FRERS HYBRID WALLY 145 UNDER CONSTRUCTION

The construction phase of the first Wally 145, the latest among the performance cruisers of the Monegasque brand created by Luca Bassani, has just started. The shipyard has indeed just signed an agreement to sell

abordo online marine store

ABORDO: THE LARGEST MARINE STORE IS ON LINE

The largest marine store you’ve never imagined open its doors and is now just a click away. Abordo, the e-commerce marine platform gathering thousands of boat accessories, is finally on line to offer a multitude of

Force Blue yacht Flavio Briatore tax evasion

YACHTS AND TAX EVASION. 4-YEAR PRISON TERM ASKED FOR FLAVIO BRIATORE

During the appeal process against the Italian tycoon Flavio Briatore charged with suspected tax evasion, Prosecutor General Giuseppa Geremia asked for a 4-year prison term for the businessman. It’s undoubtedly a much heavier sentence than the one-year-and-eleven-month suspended sentence

Prestige 680 S

ON TEST. PRESTIGE 680 S: THE FIRST SEA TRIAL

After a hard weekend of storms, Cannes offers us a little taste of summer in these days of April. Rough sea, wind and rain have characterized the last two days that Jeanneau team has spent

Catana Catamarans 53 world premiere

CATANA 53: STOLEN SHOTS BEFORE THE WORLD PREMIERE

There is a double appointment next days for all catamaran enthusiasts that will take place in the same place, La Grande Motte, a French small town situated halfway between Marseille and Montpellier. Next April 19th,

Silver Arrows Marine Yacht 460 Granturismo

ARROW 460 GRANTURISMO: THE MERCEDES-STYLE LUXURY YACHT

Influences and intrusions carried out by large industrial groups in fields different from their own don’t come as a surprise. Especially today, many leading companies constantly try to diversity their activities drawing from complementary sectors and taking

Massimo Picco Yacht Design

MASSIMO PICCO: ” HARD TIMES FOR YACHT DESIGN”

Massimo Picco isn’t 44 yet but he has been designing yachts for almost a quarter century. He founded his Picco Yacht Design (PYD) studio in Verona in 1994 and, since then, he has been designing sailing

suzuki marine 300 lean burn

SUZUKI TUTORIAL. LEAN BURN: HOW TO SAVE FUEL AND MONEY

Lean Burn is a patented Suzuki technology which aims to optimize and reduce both fuel consumption and costs. “It’s a very advanced technology – Suzuki Technical Staff Coordinator Marco Massola explained us during our encounter at NauticStore,

emilio galli zar formenti 16 rib suzuki marine df 40

SAILING AROUND ITALY IN A RIB? YES, IT’S POSSIBLE.

“Our message is simple: simple boating, that one which costs nothing and makes you enjoy the wonders of the sea, is possible and within the reach of everyone”. Emilio Galli, a passionate sailor and member

minorquin yachts minorca islander 34

PALM BEACH. MENORQUIN YACHTS LAND IN THE USA

The news was officially broken few days ago at the Palm Beach International Boat Show. The boats built by the Spanish shipyard Sasga will be distributed in the United States by one among the overseas

Advanced Yachts A80 Apsaras in the ocean

A80 APSARAS: A DREAM VOYAGE AROUND THE WORLD

If the A80 Apsaras intended to make us dream, well.. we’d say she’s doing a great work. This 80-footer was launched in Pesaro, Italy, in May 2015 by Advanced Italian Yachts, one among the most

dirty hull Boero Magellan 630 antifouling paint

LAB-BOAT: HOW WE APPLY BOERO ANTIFOULING PAINT

The lab-boat of Boatandboats.com, the Comet 460 Daydreamer, has undergone any kind of preparation and installation in our test centre, the Alpha Shipyard in the Marina di Varazze, before sailing off for a long cruise

marina di varazze

MARINA DI VARAZZE: 10 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE

Marina di Varazze, the Italian marina owned by Azimut-Benetti Group, celebrates its 10 anniversary and a story of excellence. From 2008 up until today, the marina has been awarded both the prestigious “Blue Flag” and

Suzuki Marine Mako 58 classic propellers

SUZUKI TUTORIAL: THE CHOICE OF PROPELLER

We met Marco Massola, Suzuki Marine Italia Technical Staff Coordinator, at Nauticstore in Gianola, Italy. Among the subjects we dealt with and which we’re developing in the next few weeks, we talked about an essential component

Captain Liz Clark

CAPTAIN LIZ’S SOLO VOYAGE

The story of this woman is really intense. Liz Clark, 34 years old, has been sailing the Pacific on her 40-feet sailboat since 2005. It’s the story of a normal life spent in uncommon way

collisions at sea

PREVENTING COLLISIONS AT SEA

Collision at sea is, in many cases, a very serious and, unfortunately, rather common accident which often results in fatalities. According to the statistics from the Italian Department of Transport included in a 2013 report,

De Laurentis' boat on fire in the Gulf on Naples

BASICS OF FIRE PREVENTION ON BOARD

Together with leak, fire is the most serious emergency which can occur at sea. Even though the galley is statistically the most dangerous area, the possible causes of fire on board can be multiple: electric

Extreme Sailing Series 2017

EXTREME SAILING SERIES 2017: OPENING ACT

The Extreme Sailing Series, the international racing circuit established in 2007 and one among the highest world’s sailing races, took the opening act of the 2017 season in Muscat, Oman. Of all the catamarans, it was the

andrea mura-ostar 2017

ANDREA MURA: READY FOR THE OSTAR 2017

The Italian sailor Andrea Mura has taken a press conference today at the Sardinia Military Headquarters in Cagliari to present his next sailing season. His first goal is the 2017 edition of Ostar, the oldest

vendee globe sebastien destremau

VENDÉE GLOBE CELEBRATES ITS LAST COMPETITOR

Now, it’s really over.  The arrival of Sébastien Destremau, the 18th and last competitor among the 29 skippers left last November 6th from Les Sables d’Olonne, marks the end of the eight edition of what is

Versilia Yachting Rendez-Vous

VERSILIA YACHTING RENDEZ-VOUS: A NEW YACTHING EVENT

From the 11th to the 14th May 2017, Viareggio will be the world capital of the nautical excellence industry with the first Versilia Yachting Rendez-vous. A new event dedicated to big yachts and everything gravitating

ocean plastic pollution

UN DECLARES WAR ON OCEAN PLASTIC POLLUTION

Ocean plastic pollution has reached levels never seen before and absolutely harmful for all human species. Every year, more than 8 millions tons of plastic end up into the sea. Cosmetics industry, for example, is

ranieri international next 370

NEXT 370 SH: THE NEW RANIERI INTERNATIONAL FLAGSHIP

There are occasions when, after intensive work or an extraordinary challenge, one stops and says: ” more couldn’t be done”. Well, it’s probably what Ranieri International team thought when the first Next 370 SH finally

WINTER BOAT MAINTENANCE: 7 STEPS BEFORE ANTIFOULING

The season of boat cleaning and antifouling is approaching. It actually represents an excellent occasion to run a series of checks we can’t normally do when the hull is submerged. Propeller axis, engine foot, through-hull, probes, zincs can be checked easily when the

Sv Yachts Alpha stern

ALPHA: THE WORLD’S FASTEST LUXURY YACHT

She caught our attention last week in Miami, where we photographed her. Featuring a very sporty style and lines clearly inspired by automotive industry, she certainly shows luxury and not exactly sober details. We’re talking about Alpha,

Lucio Micheletti Baltic 142 bow

LUCIO MICHELETTI: YACHT DESIGN INSPIRED BY LIGHT

Lucio Micheletti appeared in the boating world about seven years ago. With his soft voice and unanticipated drawings, he brought his world view into interior design and yacht styling. ” When an element is added

Absolute Yachts Navetta 58

MIAMI. AMERICAN PREMIERE FOR ABSOLUTE NAVETTA 58

While the term is sometimes misused, we often hear of “DNA” to evoke the close link, the sense of belonging as well as the origin of something. In the case of Absolute Yachts, however, the

Hugo Boss and Alex Thomson

ALEX THOMSON WILL JOIN THE 2020 VENDÉE GLOBE

Alex Thomson has confirmed he will be taking part in the 2020 Vendée Globe. He wants a rematch after coming second in the edition which is finishing these days, beaten by his French rival, Armel

mercury miami boat show

MIAMI. MERCURY DRAWS A RAINBOW OF COLOURS

Yellow, red, white, orange… a complete painter palette seems to have descended upon the new Mercury liveries in Miami. The American company plays at home (it’s the leading brand in the USA) and ventures more than any

viking-yachts-42-open

VIKING 42 OPEN AT THE MIAMI BOAT SHOW

The Viking 42 Open exhibited by Viking Yacht Company at the 2017 Miami International Boat Show, exploits the popular hull of the successful 42-foot fisherman series. Built on a mould milled by a numerical control machine

Zar Formenti

MIAMI. ZAR FORMENTI CONQUERS THE USA

A few hours after the end of the Miami International Boat Show, the perception of the Italian presence amongst the stands set up in the three distinct locations where the event was held seems to be supported by

MCY80-monte-carlo-yachts

MONTE CARLO YACHTS LAUNCHES THE NEW MCY 80

The MCY 80 represents the most recent production of the Monte Carlo Yachts at the Miami International Boat Show. The seventh among the models proposed by the group and the sixth made in the six years of the life

Jeanneau 51

MIAMI. STARRY NIGHT FOR THE NEW JEANNEAU 51

Docked in the slightly choppy waters of the Miami River in the heart of Down Town, the new Jeanneau 51 seems to be ready to sail off for a long cruise. But it’s there to receive

boat surfing

OUTBOARDS: PERFECT BALANCE AND LOW CONSUMPTION WITH TRIMS

A proper use of trim has some important beneficial results. A properly trimmed hull, in fact, sails perfectly balanced, faster, safer and with reduced fuel consumption. Unfortunately, however, this instrument is often overlooked by recreational

HR44 double rudder blade

DOUBLE RUDDER BLADES: FASHIONABLE OR NECESSARY?

At the Boot Düsseldorf 2017, from a certain position of pavilion 16, it was possibile to see the ClubSwan 50 and the new Hallberg-Rassy 44. Two completely different boats: a modern monotype in the first

ClubSwan 50

NEW NAUTOR CLUBSWAN 50: AN AMAZING ONE DESIGN DRAGSTER

The ClubSwan 50 is the latest among Nautor‘s monotypes, heir of a successful generation started with the Swan 45 and ClubSwan 42. With more aggressive lines than those of Pietarsaari’s models, it’s the first Swan

adria ship bali 4.5

DÜSSELDORF. BALI: THE DIFFERENT CATAMARANS

“When Olivier Poncin , president of Catana Group, decided to build Bali catamarans, he couldn’t afford to run after the other shipyards which already produced more affordable cruising multi-hulls; so, he decided to reinvent them”. Luigi

Alfa Shipyard sea trials centre - Boatandboats

BOATANDBOATS INAUGURATES ITS SEA TRIALS CENTRE

Among its many frenzied activities, our staff is also constantly involved in sea trials. We seriously test boats, boat accessories, systems and equipment in order to tell our readers the features of each product, its

Absolute Yachts 50 fly

2017: EXPLOSIVE START FOR ABSOLUTE YACHTS

Absolute is one among the most fast-growing boating realities in the world and the beginning of 2017 confirms this trend. At the Boot Düsseldorf, the 50 Fly was honoured with the “European Powerboat of the year 2017” prize

Tecnitrail custom boat trailers

DÜSSELDORF. UNVEILED TECNITRAIL CUSTOM TRAILERS

A boat trailer, like those built by Tecnitrail  since 1977, not only makes the boat “terrestrial” and easily transportable from place to place if towed by a car but it also offers other two important advantages. First

Monte Carlo Yachts MCY 96

DÜSSELDORF. MONTE CARLO YACHTS LAUNCHES THE MCY 96

Düsseldorf 2017 was the event chosen by Monte Carlo Yachts to announce the birth of a new “jewel”: the MCY 96. Before talking about the boat, which will see the light next summer, we would like

Ganz Boats Dusseldorf

GANZ BOATS: THE SWISS WAY TO DESIGN OPEN BOATS

At the Boot Düsseldorf, we met Mathias Ganz, the founder and owner of Ganz Boats, a Swiss shipyard specialized in fast open boats ranging from 6.8 to 8 m and featuring a particular design, a great attention to details

Sirena Marine 64

DÜSSELDORF. SIRENA 64: THE DEBUT OF A POWERFUL BOTTOM

Sirena Marine celebrates ten years of success with the ambition of challenging itself with wider horizons. Thus the group has announced the birth of the Sirena Yachts brand, together with the projects of two ambitious

Isa Yachts 141 Super Sportivo

ISA YACHTS REVEALS NEW 141 SUPER SPORTIVO

Designed by Marco Casali, here comes the second model of the new ISA Super Sport series, the 141 Super Sportivo. The 141 Super Sportivo project stands out for its dynamic and elegant profile, maintaining the

nuova jolly prince 23 cabin

NUOVA JOLLY: 20 YEARS OF EXHIBITIONS IN DÜSSELDORF

Nuova Jolly celebrates its 20th participation at the Düsseldorf Boat Show. Walking in Hall 10 we cannot fail to note the “fleet” of ribs exhibited by the Italian company which, with its 50-year history, is

Dufour 63 Exclusive

DUFOUR 63 EXCLUSIVE UNVEILED AT DÜSSELDORF BOAT SHOW

A large crowd has come today to attend the unveiling of Dufour Yachts 63 Exclusive, the new flagship of the French sailboats manufacturer of La Rochelle. She’s the latest yacht of the group but also the longest (20 m)

Missing laser sailor Lorenzo Garosi has been sighted

ITALIAN LASER SAILOR LORENZO GAROSI IS ALIVE

The Italian 24-year-old laser sailor Lorenzo Garosi, reported missing after leaving the mouth of river Tiber yesterday, has been sighted about 60 miles off the coast few minutes ago from a Port Authority helicopter. The

sailing cruise to Capraia

FIVE REASONS (+1) TO LOVE THE MAINSAIL FURLER

After our article about the “three reasons why I hate the mainsail furler“, we feel that we must discuss this subject further and give a voice to the numerous yachtsmen who use it with satisfaction. The result

boatandboats boating portal

BOATANDBOATS.COM: BOATING IS JUST A CLICK AWAY

The whole universe of boating is just a click away. That’s what entering Boatandboats.com means: it means to get through an international portal which reaches 198 different countries in the world by proposing everything you

torqeedo travel 1003

NEW TORQEEDO ELECTRIC OUTBOARDS

Green energy, greater range, respect for the environment and on-board comfort. These are the promises by Torqeedo for 2017 with its upcoming electric and hybrid outboards. The first innovation is the BMW battery. Coming from

dufour yachts 63 exclusive bow

DUFOUR EXCLUSIVE 63 WORLD PREMIERE

It seems like she wants to catch a little of warmth sticking out her bow from the hangar where the Dufour team is taking care of her. But, in doing so, Exclusive 63 reveals her

Raymarine Go2Fish

RAYMARINE: EASIER FISHING WITH THE AUGMENTED REALITY

Go fishing with the augmented reality viewing is even easier. Raymarine presents Go-2-Fish, the new version of the popular Wi-Fish mobile App for Dragonfly, which now includes, for the first time in the world of

picking up a mooring under sail

MOORING UP UNDER SAIL

Is it forbidden to enter the port and berth under sail? The navigation code doesn’t seem to have a specific rule banning it explicitly. But in practice, because of a series of ordinances adopted by all

mylius yachts QI composites

MYLIUS YACHTS AND QI COMPOSITES CONFIRM THEIR PARTNERSHIP

Winning team doesn’t change. Mylius Yachts – manufacturer of the latest 65FD Oscar3 – renews its partnership for further three years with QI Composites , a business specialized in non-destructive analysis of composite materials. Like every yacht already

Launch of Mangusta 165 E Overmarine

MANGUSTA LAUNCHES NEW 165 EVOLUTION

The 11th unit of Mangusta 165 series, the current flagship of Mangusta Maxi Open, was launched last week. Mangusta 165 E ( “E” like “Evolution“) is a 50-metre fast comfortable yacht which enriches the already successful

Launch of Sanlorenzo “I” - SD112 series

SANLORENZO LAUNCHES “I”, THE 11TH OF SD112 YACHTS

Italian yachting continues with its energetic activity and Sanlorenzo Yachts celebrates its 30th launch of 2016 with  yacht number 11 of SD112 model. The launch ceremony was held at Sanlorenzo’s yards in Viareggio, at the

Interview with Salvatore Serio, Dufour Yachts

DUFOUR: INTERVIEW WITH SALVATORE SERIO

Salvatore Serio is the President, Managing Director and major shareholder of Dufour Yachts. In a word, he’s the head of one among the main boat manufacturers in the world. Dufour was born in 1964 from

Boat swapping, Elan, Boat holidays, a boat in any port

BOAT SWAPPING: A BOAT IN ANY PORT

Here is a very seductive idea for anyone who loves both sailing and surfing the net. An idea as easy as genial conceived by a passionate businessman and sailor: Fabrizio Fabbri. Its name is boatswapping.online

Christmas at Marina di Varazze

SANTA CLAUS HAS ALREADY LANDED IN MARINA DI VARAZZE

Marina di Varazze celebrates Christmas along its illuminated quays: mulled wine, panettoni, focaccia bread and a little gift for children. Last Friday December 16th, the magic of Christmas landed in Marina di Varazze in a

Genoa Boat Show

GENOA BOAT SHOW 2017: THE APPOINTMENT IS FOR SEPTEMBER 21-26

The next International Genoa Boat Show is scheduled for September 21st-26th. The announcement comes from te Italian boating entrepreneurs who, gathered in Rome at Ucina Confindutria Nautica General Shareholders’ Meeting, have confirmed the event, still considered as

Evo Yachts 43 Altagamma Young Business Award

EVO YACHTS WINS THE ALTAGAMMA YOUNG BUSINESS AWARD

Evo Yachts wins the prestigious Altagamma Young Business Award in the “Engines and Speed” category. 2016). Now in its second year, the recognition is presented to emerging Italian companies that have stood out for the

Suzuki at Nautic collaboration with America Cup

NAUTIC: SUZUKI PRESENTED ITS NEW PARTNERSHIPS

This year, Nautic Paris Boat Show represented a really great opportunity for Suzuki. The Japanese company has, in fact, not only exhibited its entire range of outboards but it has also told operators and visitors its

Bruckmann Daysailer 42

BRUCKMANN 42:THE ART OF DAY-SAILING

Photo by Onne Van der Wal Bruckmann Daysailer 42 is a really beautiful boat which comes from Canada. But, don’t get confused while seeing these pictures since, despite her vintage lines, the boat is not

rainman watermaker boat accessories

3 INTERESTING ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR BOAT

Our recent articles about the latest news in the world of boat accessories are succeeding, so we’ve decided to propose you other three interesting new ideas. Let’s start from Australia. It is called Rainman (the

Mark II Zodiac ribs

ZODIAC MARK II: THE BEAUTY OF VINTAGE

To celebrate its 120th birthday, the French yard Zodiac, inventor of the pneumatic vessel, presents the new and limited edition of Mark II: a soft-keel rib, symbol of the 70’s. Mark II, in Heritage version,

Karnik 600 Selva Paris Boat Show

KARNIC 600: ABSOLUTE PREVIEW AT NAUTIC 2016

Small, affordable, well-refined. Karnic 600 is the typical Mediterranean motorboat for family cruises. Two beds and a bathroom below deck, a large astern cockpit and a wide fore sunbathing platform. In a word, great functionality

wider 150 high-tech megayacht

ITALIAN WIDER 150 MEGA YACHT HAS BEEN SOLD

We already told you about Wider 150 Genesi some months ago and we saw her in absolute preview at Monaco Yacht Show last September, charming and amazing in the anchor post opposite Port Hercule. If

Refit Style synthetic teak boat decking

REFIT STYLE: INNOVATIVE SYNTHETIC TEAK DECKING

Synthetic teak is one among the subjects about which we receive the most of questions and information requires. All recreational sailors are curious and want to know what it is, how it is applied, how

Frauscher 1414 Cantiere Nautico Feltrinelli international awards

FRAUSCHER SCORES THREE INTERNATIONAL AWARDS

The Austrian Frauscher shipyard continues to score important success and gets ready to close the year with three new awards which confirm the quality of its boats. Best Boat Award Last November 23rd, at Berlin

Elan GT5

NEW ELAN GT5 AT NAUTIC 2016

The “queen” of Nautic 2016 is certainly new Elan GT5, which was the most “visited” and appreciated among sailing boats at the first weekend of the event. With a length of 13 metres, she’s the first

Nautic, Paris Boat Show

ALL SET FOR NAUTIC PARIS BOAT SHOW 2016

Today, the 56th edition of Nautic Paris Boat Show finally opens its doors in Porte de Versailles until December 11. The staff of Boatsandboats.com will follow the event day by day to tell you all

Columbus Tomahawk explorer vessel

COLUMBUS TOMAHAWK 52 M: A REVOLUTIONARY EXPLORER CONCEPT

Her name comes from a North American Indian battle axe but Tomahawk is a revolutionary explorer vessel. Marco Casali – designer of the yacht together with the technical department of Palumbo Group – has conceived this

Rio Yachts 42 Air restyling

RIO 42 AIR: NEW LOOK, EQUAL GRIT

New look for Rio 42 Air.  The restyling of this 13-metre hard top – presented for the first time in 2011 and now a classic of the yard – is by Marino Alfani and the technical department

boat accessories and gadgets

THREE INTERESTING ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR BOAT

Our recent visit to Mets gave us the opportunity to discover a world of interesting ideas and boat accessories. We’ve already told you about some interesting news; now, it’s the turn of three other innovative

armare custom ropes shrouds

ARMARE ROPES: TRADITION AND INNOVATION ABOARD

Put together a group of sailors and let them talk about ropes, knots, lacings and splices. You won’t be able to stop them. Ropes, in their marine interpretation, are amazingly “sexy”; they get people curious

ZAR 85SL, Zar Formenti tenders and ribs

ZAR FORMENTI: STRIKING NEWS AT NEXT PARIS BOAT SHOW

Immediately after the METS of Amsterdam, Zar Formenti is getting ready for the upcoming Salon Nautique de Paris, which will take place next December 3-11. Piero Formenti and his son Luca announce all the news

carbonautica composite carbon rudder wheels

CARBONAUTICA COMPOSITE CARBON STEERING WHEELS

Carbonautica is a well-known brand among sailors and yards. At the last METS in Amsterdam, we met Anton Bizjak (in the photo), owner of the company, who told us not only lots of things about

Mylius 65 Oscar3 Launch

MYLIUS LAUCHES NEW OSCAR3

A raining day didn’t stop the excitement for the launch of new “Oscar3“, the first among new Milyus 65′ created in a Flush Deck version. The launch ceremony took place last Saturday in Marina di

amare group stealth mets amsterdam

AMARE GROUP PRESENTS STEALTH, THE INVISIBLE PORTHOLE

As recently anticipated, Amare has finally exhibited, at Mets in Amsterdam, the first prototype of Stealth, its “invisible” porthole, the first in the world perfectly in line with the glass where it is installed on, both

bruce 22 canadian electric boat

BRUCE 22E: A FAST 100% ELECTRIC BOAT

Canadian Electric Boat Company, one among the most prestigious electric boats producer in the world since 1995, has created a new performing boat with a classic design. Called Bruce 22 and with a length of

Torqeedo Cruise FP

TORQEEDO CRUISE FP WINS DAME AWARD 2016

This year, the winner of DAME Award, the prestigious prize delivered every year to the best marine accessories, materials and components in the world, is Torqeedo Cruise FP.   Torqueedo’s team at DAME Award cerimony It’s an

Seataci Concept Yacht

SEATACI: A FLOATING RESORT SWIMMING LIKE A WHALE

Concept-boats are often the kingdom of pure fantasy which goes beyond imagination and reason. This seems to apply to new Seataci, too, characterized by two large fins which resemble the tail of a whale. Designed

CQS races

CQS: THE AMAZING LUDDLE INGVALL’S SUPER MAXI

After a year of changes and improvements, the new creation by the former Finnish world champion, Luddle Ingvall, record-holder of the fastest monohull yacht over the Atlantic and two-time line honours winner of the Rolex

Absolute 58 Fly

NEW ABSOLUTE 58 FLY AND NAVETTA 73

For Absolute Yachts, Fort Lauderdale Boat Show was, first of all, the occasion to show six models in USA: Absolute 40 STL, Absolute 45 Fly,  Absolute 52 Fly, Absolute 60 Fly, Absolute 72 Fly and

Perini Navi 47-metre-sailing yacht

PERINI LAUNCHES A NEW AMAZING 47-METRE-SAILING YACHT

Perini Navi’s last creationis an amazing 47-metre-sailing yacht called S/Y C 2.331. Last months, we told you about the arrival of new Sybaris and Dahlak, now it’s the turn of another boat with astonishing numbers:

Claydon Reeves Aeroboat

AEROBOAT: FLYING ON WATER IN VINTAGE STYLE

Aeroboat is Claydon Reeves’ answer to anyone seeking a boat combining “traditional romanticism” with high technology. Inspired by the British World War II fighter plane, the Spitfire (produced between 30’s ad 40’s and which offered

Azimut Verve 40

NEW AZIMUT VERVE 40 AT FLIBS

Finally we saw and tested her. Along the quays of Flibs, the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, we had te opportunity to go on one among the most awaited boats of the season, the “small”

Rio Yachts at FLIBS

RIO YACHTS AT FLIBS. INTERVIEW WITH MASSIMO JANNONE

What’s the American boating market’s trend? How is it difficult for Italian markets to enter it? We met and interviewed Massimo Jannone (in the photo below), Sales Manager of Rio Yachts, at Fort Lauderdale International

Karnic Smart One 48

KARNIC SMART ONE 48: SEA TRIAL

We already talked about the entrance of the Cypriot brand Karnic in the Italian market some weeks ago and we also told you the complete sea trial of Karnic 22 SR. Now, it’s the turn

tecnomar evo 115 stern

NEW TECNOMAR EVO 115 WILL LAND IN FAR EAST

The new amazing Tecnomar‘s project EVO 115 has just found a first buyer: he comes from Asia, Far East precisely. The order marks the debut for the yard of Marina di Carrara in this market.

Azimut Benetti Verve 40

NEW AZIMUT BENETTI VERVE 40 AT FLIBS

For Azimut-Benetti Group, Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is a very important strategic event. This year, the yard is present with a fleet of 20 boats. The “queen” will be certainly Verve 40 (in the

Amare Group Infinity

AMARE GROUP: AT NEXT METS WITH SOME GREAT NEWS

Metstrade, the international nautical equipment show which will held in Amsterdam, is coming up and Amare Group is getting ready to face this important event with its best products and some very innovative news. Their

Admiral Explorer 575

PROJECT 575: ADMIRAL’S LATEST EXPLORER

New 75-metre-Explorer, under construction in the Admiral yard of Italian Sea Group, will be launched in 2018 but she already promises to be a real bundle of innovation, perfect to make long navigations in the

Genoa Boat Show

IS ITALIAN BOATING RECOVERING?

How’ s Italian boating? The great boat shows’ season has just finished and it’s time to take stock. To do that, we can use “Boating in Numbers“,the traditional report issued by Ucina and Edison every

mainsail furler- disavantages

3 REASONS (+1) WHY I HATE THE MAINSAIL FURLER

I hate the mainsail furler – certainly that fixed to the mast, a little less that one housed in the boom – for different reasons. The first one, although less important, concerns aesthetic. That’s coming from a man

Periculis id eligendi convenire usu Ius numquam

Ius ea rebum nostrum offendit. Per in recusabo facilisis, est ei choro veritus gloriatur. Has ut dicant fuisset percipit. At usu iusto iisque mandamus, simul persius complectitur at sit, aliquam moderatius elaboraret ne eos. Sea albucius definitionem ne.

Dörries Yachts ysv 62

YSV62: A 62-METRE-LONG SUPPORT VESSEL

Dörries Yachts has just presented the project of a new 62-metre-long “yacht support vessel” called YSV62. Support vessels, also known as shadow boats, are ships designed to sail close to mega yachts during their ocean

lionfish

WARNING: FATAL LIONFISH IN THE MEDITERRANEAN

First in Tunisia, then in the Straits of Sicily: lionfish, coming from the Red Sea, has been seen in the Mediterranean,. ISPRA ( Superior Institute for Protection and Research) says. In Sicily, two specimens have

inky octopus

FINDING INKY

Inky’s story has nothing to do with boats but we want to tell it because it’s a beautiful story of freedom and sea love. Inky is a common octopus from New Zealand, found trapped in

Benetti Domani mega yacht

BENETTI DOMANI: AN ENTIRELY CUSTOM-MADE MEGA YACHT

After four yachts designed with the same yard, Azimut-Benetti, a shipowner knows what he really wants from his boat…so, for his fifth one, a 45-metre yacht, a great synergy between the owner, the yard workers

Karnic and Selva

KARNIC AND SELVA: UNION IS STRENGTH

Selva Group has just become exclusive Karnik importer in Italy. The Cypriot boats will took their place alongside the already rich Selva’s package offer of tenders, ribs and fiberglass boats. Born in 1993, Karnik produces

Marina Porto Antico Genova

MARINA DI PORTO ANTICO CELEBRATES ITS 20TH BIRTHDAY

Inaugurated in October 1996 concomitantly with the first Genoa International Boat Show, Marina di Porto Antico celebrates its 20th birthday. At that time, it represented a great challenge for all those who believed and invested

Frauscher 858 Fantom 5

FRAUSCHER AUTUMN OPEN DOORS AT MARINA DI LOANO

All set for Frauscer Autumn Open Doors, organised by Nautica Feltrinelli. It will take place in Marina di Loano, Liguria, on October 8 and 9. A great opportunity to see and test Frauscher 1414 Demon

evo 43

EVO 43: COMPLETE SEA TRIAL

If there’s one boat which has animated the world of boating over the last two seasons, it’s Evo 43. Everyone talks about her, everyone wants to see, touch and test her. Why? First of all, because

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KILLER WHALE OR WATER TOY?

If you see them, don’t panic… they aren’t killer whales, even though they’re similar in size and scale to the real thing! They’re called Seabreacher Y and they come from USA. They represent the latest

Monaco Boat Show

MONACO BOAT SHOW: THE YACHTING WONDERLAND

And to think that the first edition of Monaco Boat Show, in 1991, counted on just 32 yachts. The number has slowly increased and, in 2000, the exhibited yachts became 80. Today, the event is the most

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PERMATEEK, THE PERFECTION OF SYNTHETIC MARINE DECKING

Do you really want to make them angry? Ok, so call it “false teak”. Erika Tramarin and Mirco Gazzato (in the picture above, at the last Genoa International Boat Show) are very proud of their “plastic”. They

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WIDER 150 GENESI: A 100% ELECTRIC SUPER YACHT

After Cannes and Genoa, Wider 150 Genesi will take part to Monaco Boat Show, too (September 28- October 1). Tilli Antonelli, founder and CEO of Wider, a dynamic visionary businessman, has struck again. This time,

NEW LÜRSSEN DILBAR MEGA YACHT

There mare many ways to measure the size of a mega yacht, it’s not just a matter of length (in this case, number one is still Azzam, designed by Nauta Design, with her 180-metre-overall length).

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SACS REBEL 47: THE REVOLUTIONARY MAXI RIB

New Sacs Rebel 47 was moored in Portofino, where Sacs has organised Maxi Rib Lounge, a two-weekend event in collaboration with Lomac, Magazzù and Tecnorib which have preferred a more specific event to Genoa International

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ITALIAN BOATING INCREASES BY 21%

After a long trouble period, Italian boating finally returns to increase. The data unveiled yesterday at Genoa Boat Show during the presentation of “Boating in numbers” report are remarkable. Boating numbers is a special report

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RAYMARINE, INTERVIEW WITH CARLO BAY

We’ve just met Carlo Bay, Country Manager of Raymarine Italia, at Genoa Boat Show for a short interview. Today, there’re more visitors than yesterday and Raymarine’s stand is very crowded. The person who welcomes us

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BALI AND CATANA: AN INCREASING SUCCESS

After the first two days, Genoa International Boat Show confirms positive its numbers and sensations. In particular, most of visitors are attracted by outboards and catamarans. If the first ones have registered a 18% increase

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BENETTI PRESENTS “DOMANI” AT MONACO YACHT SHOW

Benetti will present its new Domani superyacht at Monaco Yacht Show (September 28- October 1). A steel and aluminium 45-metre boat which perfectly reflects the personality of her owner, who has in fact had a

Luca Design Art Wrapping

LUCA DESIGN AND WRAPPING ART

Using stickers to paint boats, once unconceivable, now is possible! First of all, because they are advanced films and not simply stickers; on the other hand, because these materials have made a remarkable technological step

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VIDEO GALLERY

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CANTIERI RIZZARDI AT GENOA BOAT SHOW

The upcoming Genoa Boat Show will see the return of some important Italian and European brands who abandoned the event from 2009 on. Among them, Cantieri Rizzardi, an iconic brand which lived its “Golden Age”

Advanced-80

ADVANCED A80: A POWERFUL MINI MAXI YACHT

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Advanced 80 Apsaras has already sailed 12,000 miles up a down the Atlantic in a year. Her Chinese owners don’t like sunbathing or staying at anchor in a bay for a

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NAUTICA ITALIANA: ITALIAN BOATING IS WORTH 1.7 BILLION EUROS

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Italian boating is experiencing an intense rivalry between two trade associations, Ucina and Nautica Italiana. A very annoying dangerous conflict which, however, has the advantage to offer many new reliable data

Cannes Yachting Festival

CANNES YACHTING FESTIVAL: EN EXPLOSION OF NEWS

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Born in 1997, Cannes Yachting Festival has rapidly earned a place of honour among the European and world’s most prestigious boat shows, together with Dusseldorf’s one. From tomorrow to Sunday, it

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NUOVA JOLLY ACQUIRES NAUMATEC

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Another important sign of strenght for Nuova Jolly and Aiello family who, after the announcement of many news for the next season, has just announced the purchasing of an important Italian

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BOATANDBOATS’ TEAM GETS BIGGER

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Boatandboats gets bigger. Our readers corfirm to appreciate our editing format and we’ve further increased our Italian and international presence, by maintaining a leading position on the market. In order to

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GENOA BOAT SHOW: PROSPECTS FOR INTERNATIONALISATION

Leggi l’articolo in italiano We are less than three weeks into the beginning of the 56th International Genoa Boat Show ( 20-25 September 2016) and the iniatiative to relaunch the event appears to bearing fruit. The

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10 “MUST-HAVE” ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR BOAT

Leggi l’articolo in italiano A kid in a toy store…. This is what yachtsmen feel when they enter a ship chandler: the temptation to buy everything is very strong. And that’s what we felt when

Marina degli Aregai

90 NEW APARTMENTS AT MARINA DEGLI AREGAI

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Growing is in the air in the surroundings of Marina degli Aregai. We’re talking about a new construction project, sponsored by Cozzi Parodi Group, which involves new structures perfectly integrated with

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MARINA DI PORTO ANTICO, A HIGH-LEVEL HARBOUR

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Just few more weeks and Marina di Porto Antico, in Genoa, will turn 20. It can seem a short time, especially if compared to the history of the city. On the

Argentario Med Yachting

ARGENTARIO MED YACHTING, A NEW WAY TO SELL BOATS

Leggi l’articolo in italiano It’s a young, very young society. But Argentario Med Yachting, owned by Italo Scotto and Fabiana Sclano, has a long boating tradition. They are involved in yacht selling, brokerage and management. They are

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RAYMARINE: NEW PRODUCTS AT THE GENOA BOAT SHOW

Leggi l’articolo in italiano In recent months, Raymarine has been very active and it has proposed many new products and updates. From increasingly user-friendly radar devices, to the new operating system with innovative functions, from cameras to thermal

Suzuki Marine

SUZUKI: ENGINE STOLEN? LET’S REPLACE IT!

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Finally an innovative initiative which will certainly make Suzuki engines holders happy and more serene before leaving for their holidays. It forms a part of the D.O.C (Defence of Customer) Programme

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MUSIC WEEKEND AT MARINA DI VARAZZE

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Marina di Varazze is ready to host a rich music weekend. Tonight, at 21.30, it will the turn of Open Party, a big eclectic Buskers Festival-style launch party with life performances

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NUOVA JOLLY ANNOUNCES ITS NEWS AND LANDS IN AUSTRALIA

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Great excitement in Bussero, few kilometres far from Milan, in the establishments of Nuova Jolly. We visited Teo Ajello in the hottest moment of the season, where the yard is working

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56TH INTERNATIONAL GENOA BOAT SHOW: GREAT NAMES COME BACK

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Official presentation in Genoa of the 56th Boat Show scheduled for next September 20-25th. Beyond some rivalries between the main Italian marine industry associations, news about the overall boatingsecotr and the

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A 108-METRE BOAT WITH AN ON-BOARD BEACH… WHAT ELSE?

Leggi l’articolo in italiano “Modern megayachts are often designed as luxury floating hotels with a traditional luxury interior design concept. With this hybrid megayacht concept we aimed to draw attention from the simple pure admiration

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MAY DAY, MAY DAY… I RAN OUT OF FUEL

Leggi l’articolo in italiano The first two words are unmistakable: May day. Someone is into a life-threatening situation. I go below deck to listen better. The voice of the person who is sending the message out transmits anxiety

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BOAT BEACHED IN ISOLA DEI GABBIANI, SARDINIA

Leggi l’articolo in italiano It happened yesterday afternoon, at Porto Liscia (Northern Sardinia), a roadstead west of the popular Isola dei Gabbiani. A 11-metre-long sailing boat let go mooring and beached. On the area, a widely-forecast

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NEW FERRETTI YACHTS 850

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Only a few days ago, the first Ferretti 450, we told you about in occasion of the Boat Show of Dusseldorf, was launched at the Ferretti Yachts Marina in Cesenatico (Italy).

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SANGERMANI GATHERING AT MARINA DI VARAZZE

Leggi l’articolo in italiano It’s hard to say which was the most beautiful boat but we can tell you that Artica II was the oldest one, while Masa Yume and Blow Up were the longest and

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WHEN TACKING IS HARD

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Are you ready? So, let’s tack! Like in a ritual, the moments right before tacking always fill up with the same sentences. They are essential sentences, so that anybody can understand what

JELLYFISH: HOW TO TREAT STING

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Even if dangerous or even fatal jellyfish are rare, especially in the Mediterranean Sea, their sting is always painful: burning, sometimes vomiting and headache, allergic reaction or even anaphylactic shock. What

FERRARI SHOW AT MARINA DI VARAZZE

Leggi l’articolo in italiano An original event, which delighted both yachtsmen and petrolheads, took place last Saturday in Marina di Varazze. The Marina, in fact, weared the Ferrari red, by offering the possibility to test

GUIDI AND THE “BEAUTY” OF BOATING

Leggi l’articolo in italiano How to put art and industry together? Which can be the link between boat accessories and an artist’s work? Quoting Dostoevskij, we could say that “Only beauty will save us”. Guidi

LUDOVICO EINAUDI AND GREENPEACE TOGETHER FOR THE ARCTIC

Leggi l’articolo in italiano The renowned pianist and composer, Ludovico Einaudi, had his most challenging performance with his gran piano (and a life jacket) on a floating platform off the semifrozen lake Wahlenbergbreen in Svalbard Islands

ROYAL CLIPPER: THE BIGGEST OF CLASSIC SAILING BOATS

Leggi l’articolo in italiano As usual, it’s very difficult to establish what is the most beautiful and biggest boat in the world. Some weeks ago, we told you about the biggest sailing ship never built

AN EXHILERATING SUMMER AT MARINA DI VARAZZE

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Marina di Varazze offers a rich calendar of events this summer. A series of musical and sport events, meetings, courses and craft markets. In a word, quays will be always alive

PORTO SOLE LOVES WHALES

Leggi l’articolo in italiano That one between Porto Sole and Tethys Institute is a long friendship. The marina owned by Cozzi Parodi Group has been hosting the boats used by the no-profit organisation for cetacean-watching for

LTN, A NEW WAY TO BUILD RUBBER BOATS

Leggi l’articolo in italiano A revolution in the world of dinghies. The inventors are Sergio Agazzi and Giulio Sottocornola, two partners from Bergamo with a very long experience in the field of rubber boats. What they

SELVA, SENSATIONAL NEWS FOR 2016

Leggi l’articolo in italiano The traditional Selva‘s spring presentation took place in Domaso, near Lecco Lake. Among the news, the new 600 Endeavour, a boat conceived for English and North-European markets, provided with a particular

PASZKOWSKI’S MONOKINI AWARDED COMPASSO D’ORO

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Compasso d’Oro, born in 1954, is the oldest and most prestigious international design award. It includes thirteen different thematic areas , such as “Design for mobility: individual and collective means for

BOAT HOLIDAYS? THE BEST PRICE IS ON BOATANDBOATS

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Summer is just around the corner, so it’ time to organise your boat holiday. A great help is the renewed section “Boat holidays” of our site. As you know, we have

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CELEBRITY INFINITY CRUSHES INTO KETCHIKAN ALASKA DOCK

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Never seen a cruise ship performing a wrong mooring? Here’s what happens when a 300-metre-boat comes alongside a pier (not too fragile, however) too violently. We are talking about Celebrity Infinity which,

BLACK OR WHITE? THE TWO FACES OF THE DEMON

Leggi l’articolo in italiano A boat which has made the news in the last few months is the last Frauscher’s creation: Demon 1414. Presented for the first time at the Boat Show of Düsseldorf last January and

ELAN GT5, THE FIRST OFFICIAL IMAGE

Leggi l’articolo in italiano We told you about Elan GT5 and her first sketches immediately after the Boat Show of Dusseldorf. Now, it’s the turn of her first official rendering, maybe a little inscrutable but useful to

438 DAYS ADRIFT, THE REAL STORY OF JOSÈ

Leggi l’articolo in italiano When he was found at Tile Island, in the Marshall archipelago, in the middle of the Pacific, Josè Salvador Alvarenga, a Salvadoran fisherman living in Mexico, had spent 438 days adrift on

EXLUSIVE 63, DUFOUR AIMS AT BIG YACHTS

Leggi l’articolo in italiano The news is not that the shipbuilder of La Rochelle is working on a new project, but that it has decided to aim at big yachts. It’s the first time, in fact,

EMILY, THE NEW ROBOT LIFEGUARD

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Emily, acronym for Emergency Integrated Lifesaving lanyard, is the name of a real marine robot: it has no arms or eyes but it has a solid strong structure which allows it to

SELVA 6.7 ELEGANCE. SEA TRIAL

Leggi l’articolo in italiano A pure Mediterranean daycruiser, this open boat (less than 7 metres long) is the  flagship of Selva Elegance Series (made by Saver). The central console is a completely free island (the

TEAM BRITANNIA AND HER ROUND-THE-WORLD-RECORD ATTEMPT

Leggi l’articolo in italiano If things will work out, Team Britannia will set off on October 10. The aim is to conquer the globe-circumnavigation-record with a motorboat. The main characters will be: the 10 crew

MOODY 54 DS – SEA TRIAL

Leggi l’articolo in italiano A real deck saloon, perfect for long periods or, why not, to live in. Coming from the previous models, 45 and 62, this new creation interpretes their best. Volumes are impressive even

SEA RAY: AN INCREASINGLY UP-THRUST

Leggi l’articolo in italiano In the past, Sea Ray suggested small 100% American style motorboats, designed for the boundless inner waters of USA. Those small boats made Sea Ray great in the world. But things

Harmony of the seas

THE BIGGEST CRUISE SHIP IN THE WORLD

Leggi l’articolo in italiano We have already talked about Harmony of the Seas, the biggest cruise ship in the world, built for Royal Caribbean in Saint-Nazaire, France. The ship made big news even before sailing

BOARDING DURING A STORM IS DANGEROUS

Leggi l’articolo in italiano The video below shows the rescue attempt of the 60-foot-ketch Southern Cross. Left at anchor and surprised by the arrival of a storm, it must be moved to the other side

OCEANEMO, THE AMUSEMENT FACTORY

Leggi l’articolo in italiano As seen some weeks ago, OceaNemo, the new concept by MC Yacht International, is one of the most interesting and innovative projects in yachting. After the creation of the first Sport

SOLDINI, RESTART FROM TRI

Leggi l’articolo in italiano 5 years later, here he is on a trimaran again. Giovanni Soldini has officilised his new challenge. With him, as loyal adventure companions and sponsors, Maserati and John Elkann and an

LAUNCHED THE FIRST BAGLIETTO 46 FAST

Leggi l’articolo in italiano After Pachamama, forefather of Fast range with a length of 43 metres, now it’s the turn of Baglietto 46 Fast. 43 Fast, launched last year, was the first yacht conceived, designed and

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HELP AT THE DOCK: OK, BUT UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Let’s admit it: who can really say to not ever felt a certain curiosity in observing other people’ mooring maneuvers? Maybe sat at a coffee bar in the marina, while sipping a beer

BERTRAM YACHTS NAMES ITS NEW CEO

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Iconic American boatbuilder Bertram Yachts has chosen its new Chief Executive Officer: Peter Truslow will guide Betram in the following years, which are expected to be very interesting between the imminent

COLD SHIVER: CRUISES TO THE SOUTH

Leggi l’articolo in italiano If ice and cold don’t frighten you and if you love extreme experiences, you can’t miss these cruises to Southern Georgia and Antarctic. Lands difficult even to imagine and, at least

SIRIUS, LOST FOR TEN DAYS

Leggi l’articolo in italiano After ten days since it was seen the last time, there is very little hope to find Sirius, the vintage boat sailing from Cannes to Palma di Maiorca. Aboard, twere were

MC YACHT, ON LINE THE NEW OCEANEMO WEBSITE

Leggi l’articolo in italiano A website which perfectly reflects the image and character of the world it deals with. This is www.oceanemo.com, the website dedicated to the discovery of OceaNemo range, the series of Sport

FENDERS? HOW, WHERE, WHEN?

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Fenders? How, when and where must we use them? These questions might seem banal but the matter is essential to prevent serious damages to the hull. People often consider fenders as something fixed, with

NAUTIC RESORT SAN CARLO: A PERFECT HOLIDAY DESTINATION

Nautica Feltrinelli , Italian importer and distributor of Frauscher brand, offers something different from its elegant morotboats, or better, something more. On the western shore of Lake Garda, Feltrinelli offers the hospitality of San Carlo Resort, a

MARINA DI VARAZZE: SERENITY IN THE HARBOUR

Leggi l’articolo in italiano When we have or rent a boat for our holidays, we have a lot of things to do: checks, maintenance works, cleaning, research of the suitable workers, and so on. But everything

AT BERTH? A BREECHING, RATHER TWO

Leggi l’articolo in italiano “And now a breeching forward and another one aft…” And then springs, painter forward and spring aft. The names of mooring ropes, sometimes synonyms, are different according to their functions and, sometimes, their local

LAUNCHED SWAN 115 SHAMANNA AND HIGHLAND FLING 15

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Nautor Swan has just launched two new boats. They are two giants of 30 metres called Shamanna and Highland Fling 15. So, three Swan 115 boats in less than one year. They were launched in the Gulf

JPK 10.80 – SEA TRIAL

Leggi l’articolo in italiano In France, ocean and offshore regattas are extremely popular. There are many sailors, boats and projects intentionally created and many are the regattas starting from the Atlantic coast. Jpk is a

BESTEVAER 45ST PURE, A SOLID 45-FOOT-BOAT

Leggi l’articolo in inglese Bestevaer 45ST Pure is the new creation of the Dutch KM Yachtbuilders. Bestevaers are known, especially in Northern Europe, for being provided with some very robust pilothouses and a total reliability. 100%

1000 SAILS FOR GARIBALDI WILL START NEXT MAY 28TH

Leggi l’articolo in italiano 1000 sails for Garibaldi will start next May 28th. It’s something more than a simple regatta: it’s an entire week dedicated to sea and sailing. Open to both mortboats and multihulls,

AMERICA’S CUP. THE WONDERFUL EVENT OF NEW YORK RETURNS

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Although not particularly popular in Europe (probably because Europeans don’t like Bermuda, the place where it will take place, very much or maybe because Larry Ellison and his Oracle Team don’t

SKYWALK, ANOTHER CRAZY ENDEAVOUR BY ALEX THOMSON

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Alex Thomson has achieved a new endeavour, even more spectacular and more relating to sailing than the previous ones. In Alvor (Portugal) Alex sails fast on his kitesurf and he reaches his

THE FIST OFFICIAL PICTURE OF RIVA 100 CORSARO

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Here is the first rendering of the latest creation of the brand from Sarnico. As usual, the arrival of a new model by Riva is destined to create curiosity and leave

FERRETTI GROUP AWARDED AS THE BEST BRAND IN CHINA

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Asia Pacific Boating Awards, the event which awards boating excellences in Asia, has had something Italian this year. Last week, in fact, the Italian Ferretti Group was awarded as the Best Brand Presence in

VANITY BY AMARE GROUP: A SURPRISING BOARDWALK

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Much more than a simple boardwalk, Vanity by Amare Group is a heap of technology which combines functionality and safety with innovative elegant design. We have already seen with Infinity how

HERE IS OPEN 60, MADE OF VOLCANIC ROCK FIBRE

Leggi l’articolo in italiano A 34-thousand-mile world tour through the North-West passage and south of the big southern capes. This is the aim the Austrian skipper Norbert Sedlacek has set for 2018. This is why

LUXURY OPEN BOATS BY MAGIC YACHT

Leggi l’articolo in italiano MYG 48, MYG 25 and MYG 25 LT are the three new models by Magic Yacht and Phi Design Lab Studio. They are modern, high-tech, fast and luxurious. And they won’t

SANLORENZO, A SPECTACULAR MOVE

Leggi l’articolo in italiano A short but spectacular travel. Here you are the particular pictures showing the recent agreement between Sanlorenzo and San Marco Yachting in La Spezia: the metal superyachts production has in fact

CIPPA LIPPA 8 GOT VENTOTENE THE FIRST

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Yesterday at 09:39 pm, Cippa Lippa 8, a Cookson 50 captained by Francesco Diddi, got Ventotene the first. Two minutes later, it was the turn of an alone competitor, Giancarlo Pedote

TUTTOBARCHE.IT REACHES OVER 50,000 LIKE

Leggi l’articolo in italiano A very important goal: Tuttobarche.it, the Italian page of our magazine, has reached over 50,000 followers on its social channels and it is rated as the most popular boating portal in Italy.

RANCRAFT, WITH RD SEVEN 4 BOATS IN ONE

Leggi l’articolo in italiano A seven-metre-long boat with four different appearances. This is the aim of the new Rancraft‘s project, called RD SEVEN, a boat planned to be built in different versions. This way, RD SEVEN can be an

A GO-KART RACE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE OCEAN

Leggi l’articolo in italiano A two-level go-kart  racetrack built on a cruise ship. Although it isn’t the most luxurious element on Norwegian Joy, the new ship of Norwegian Cruise Line, it is certainly the most particular

UCINA: BOATING MARKET IS GROWING

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Good news for Italian boating. According to Ucina, the Italian boating association partner of Confindustria, the trend is positive in the first half of the current nautical year  (September 2015- August 2016), with a good growth forecast than

MULTIHULLS… THEY ARE ALL AT LA GRANDE MOTTE

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Do you like multihulls? But you know them just a little. Indeed, they are often seen as a parallel world to that one of traditional boats even though they have become

A BOAT TRIP ALONG THE AMERICAN RIVERS

Leggi l’articolo in italiano A very particular and little vintage travel proposal made by an American shipping company, called French America Line, which will propose some cruises along the most important rivers of Southern USA from next

WEATHER FORECAST, HOW TO ORIENT OURSELVES ON THE WEB

Leggi l’articolo in italiano We have seen how it is important to interpret weather signs in order to understand weather evolution. And this is particularly true in the Mediterranean area, where variables are more frequent than in other

OPAC, THE HARD TOP BECOMES A SUNBATHING PLATFORM

Leggi l’articolo in italiano The new proposal by Opac is a sunroof which can be converted into a sunbathing platform. So, an entirely convertible hard-top cover which can satisfy the shipbuilder and the shipowner’s needs.

DEHLER 34, THE RETURN OF A LEGEND

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Among the most successful models by Dehler, Dehler 34 is centainly at the top spot of the rankings. Small and evil, it was one of the precursors of fast-cruisers. To celebrate

USN tests a drone ship

Leggi l’articolo in italiano This week, on April 7th, the USN will launch its first “drone ship”. The first tests have satisfied DARPA – Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency – which has published the video showing

RM 970, OCEANIC LINES

Leggi l’articolo in italiano At first sight, the new RM 970 by Fora Marine (France) is identical to all the other Rm models built in the shipyards of La Rochelle. The Rm mark is in fact clear. It could

THE NEW GENERATION OF NAVIGATION SIMULATORS

Leggi l’articolo in italiano The Community College of Delgado, New Orleans, is a national and international reference point in high-level maritime and emergency training for both public operators – Fire fighters, Civil protection, Red cross, Coastguard –

NEW SUZUKI OUTBOARD MOTORS FINALLY ON THE MARKET

Leggi l’articolo in italiano The Boat Show of Düsseldorf was a great opportunity to see the new Suzuki outboard motors, a real heap of innovation which astonished all the visitors for two main features: light (only

GREEN WHALE SIGTHING (AND RESTORATION OF HISTORICAL VESSELS)

Leggi l’articolo in italiano A beautiful project is converting an entire fleet of historical and traditional Icelandic vessels into some modern eco-friendly boats. North Sailing, a private shipping company working in Iceland, organises different kinds of

CLIPPER ROUND THE WORLD, A FATAL TRAGEDY

Leggi l’articolo in italiano We learn with deep regret of Sarah Young’s death. She was a member of Ichor Coal‘s crew and she died at 11:27 UTC yesterday near the change line, at 39N and 160E,

BOAT ABANDONMENT, PANIC AND ACTION

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Between October 27th and 30th 1991, the meeting of two deep depressions provoked what was defined the “perfect storm“. A book before and a movie later rebuilt its origin and the dramatic

SAN DIEGO, A FERRY CRUSHES INTO THE DOCK

 Leggi l’articolo in italiano A Belgian tourist filmed a whale-watching ferry entering into the harbour of San Diego and he probably couldn’t image such a scene. The ferry literally crushed into the dock because of

The world’s biggest sailing yacht: 141 metres of wood

Its name is Dream Symphony and once its building will be concluded in 2017, with a 141 metres length and a 18 metres beam it will become the world’s biggest sailing yacht ever built. The never-ending duel between EOS

THE LATEST CREATIONS BY JEANNEAU

Cannes – Jeanneau’s press meeting has ended today with the presentation of the latest sailing and motor models. A very interesting appointment, where European journalists has had the opportunity to test (even in very hard

SANREMO HOSTS THE NEW EDITION OF PATTI GANDINI CUP

Leggi l’articolo in italiano A classic for all sailors in Western Liguria, the Patti Gandini Cup will take place on April 9th-10th. It’s the 14th edition, with a formula combining competition with attention to marine environment

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The world’s biggest superyacht harbour

With a 250 metres long mooring, Porto Montenegro is on top of Yachting Pages’ list of the world’s biggest harbours, overtaking superyacht marinas such as One Ocean Port Veli in Barcelona, which can harbour yachts up

MICELI: “AT ROMA X1 WITH THE DREAM OF A WORLD TOUR”

Leggi l’articolo in italiano “For all those who sail alone, sleep management is a very important element in regatta strategy. Learning to dominate sleep and wakefulness is possible but you need training, self-knowledge and a

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A NEW WAY TO LOOK AT THE SEA:INFINITY BY AMARE GROUP

Leggi l’articolo in italiano If you think that talking about portholes is rather boring, you’re wrong. The proof comes from all the technological research and design behind one of the top products by Amare Group:

DUFOUR DAYS RETURN AND PORTO LOTTI CELEBRATES SAILING

Leggi l’articolo in italiano The new edition of Dufour Day is approaching. It’s a real sailing festival, organized by Settemari Yacht in Porto Lotti, which attracts more and more people every year with a growing number

TWO NEW AND OLD ROUTES

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Next summer, after being closed for a long time, two famous routes will be opened again at the two far ends of USA, in Alaska and in Florida. Crystal Serenity, a Crystal Cruises‘

PERINI: THE NEW 70-METRE-SYBARIS

Leggi l’articolo in italiano The new Sybaris by Perini has come out of the shell and it has shown itself for the first time. Seventy metres of length, a project made by the technical office of

SEA RESCUE: A SAILING BOAT CAPSIZED OFF TRAPANI

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Last night, a sailing boat with eight people on board, seven of whom were minors, capsized off  the coasts of Trapani. The difficult sea and wind conditions provoked the accident but,

THE NEW MONTE CARLO YACHTS 80

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Although the official presentation will take place at Cannes next September, the first pictures of the new MCY 80 reveal all the good qualities and tradition of Monte Carlo Yachts, an Italian

HARD ANTIFOULING PAINTS: TWO PROPOSALS BY STOPPANI

“Leggi l’articolo in italiano” Spring has arrived and with her the moment to clean our boat’s hull. The choice of the right antifouling paint depends on many factors: the kind of boat we have (sailing or

ENIGMA XK, THE WARSHIP WHICH TURNS INTO A SWAN

Leggi l’articolo in italiano An extraordinary team for an ambitious project: to convert an old warship into a robust but very elegant cruise ship. The members of the team are famous names, starting from the

POLAR CRUISE BUT WITH COMFORT

Leggi l’articolo in italiano It will be launched next August 2018 and, with its 183 metres of length and 25,000 tons of gross tonnage, it will be one of the most luxurious polar cruise ships in the world.

RADAR QUANTUM CHIRP TO “HIT” NEAR AND FAR TARGETS

Leggi l’articolo in italiano One of the latest products by Raymarine is Quantum CHIRP, a compact dome radar for pleasure-crafts navigation, provided with CHIRP impulse compression technology. Among its main features, its extreme lightness and the ability to indentify and reproduce the

“At the Rome For 2 with my 14-year-old son”

“It’s a wonderful and unique race, but you must perfectly understand your own limits and know when to say stop when it becomes too hard”. Valerio Brinati, 70 years old, ex airline pilot, hasn’t missed any

KON-TIKI II: THROUGH THE PACIFIC OCEAN ON A RAFT

Leggi l’articolo in italiano This morning the 14 members of Kon-Tiki II expedition have arrived in the harbour of Talcahuano, in Chile: they tried to travel from Peru to Easter Island (and return) on two balsa rafts,

SUNDANCER 450, WHERE DESIGN CELEBRATES SPACE

Leggi l’articolo in italiano When it was presented some days ago in worldwide preview at the Miami Boat Show, Sundancer 450 provoked a great interest among viewers. There was a great wait around the presentation of

HOW TO START THE ENGINE WITHOUT KEYS

https://youtu.be/O_xuc0dp9QE Sometimes, it might be impossible to start the engine in the traditional way, that is by using the starting board. The reasons can be different: a breakdown , a disconnected wire or, in the

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Yachting in Venice has been cancelled

It’s with a laconic press release that UCINA just announced Yachting in Venice, the boat show that was announced during Genoa International Boat Show last October and that should have happened from 21-25 April 2016, will

SKYWALK BY ALEX THOMPSON

Leggi l’articolo in italiano   We all remember him in his unimpeachable dark suit walking on Hugo Boss’ keel and mast. This time, Alex Thompson has decided to complete his marketing trilogy for his sponsor,

THE ATLANTIC CROSSING OF A TOY BOAT

Leggi l’articolo in italiano Another unusual Atlantic crossing, this time from the West to the East, from America to Europe and without any crew. The protagonist of this hard endeavour is Carolina Dreamer, a 5-foot-toy

ARKEMA 3, THE FIRST 100% RECYCLABLE BOAT

Leggi l’articolo in italiano What to do with a disused fiberglass boat and how to dispose of the product is a problem which gets more and more serious over the years. Arkema, a big French chemical factory, has announced

LAUNCH OF VISMARA V56 MILLS TWIN IN VIAREGGIO

Leggi l’articolo in italiano The new Vismara Twin was launched some days ago: a partially cuctomized version of 56 Mills, desired by an expert shipowner looking for a reliable comfortable and elegant blue water cruiser.

BOEING, THE DIVING DRONE WITH A 6-MONTHS-AUTONOMY

According to its producer, the Boeing Group, this object should rewrite the rules of the submarine research and it could have some future military consequences. It is a diving drone, with a length of less

THE NEW SURPRISING HALLBERG – RASSY 44

There was a great wait around the new Hallberg- Rassy model for many reasons: firstly, because it has been expected to represent a great step forward for the brand; secondly, because the Swedish shipbuilder, strongly hit

THE BIGGEST CRUISE SHIP IN THE WORLD STARTS TO SAIL

Cruise ships were already suspected to be a sort of big floating amusement parks. With Harmony of the Seas the matter becomes more evident. The new cruise ship built by Royal Caribbean is already famous

iBUBBLE, THE FIRST DIVING DRONE

It works like flying drones, only underwater. This is iBubble, a project by a French team including Guillaume Néry, the French free diving champion, and it works like a completely independent underwater drone. For the moment, it

EUPHORIA 5, THE NEW CATAMARAN BY PRIVILEGE

The original Privilege‘s idea was to attract sailing catamarans enthusiasts to a new product, a motor multihull with the same spaces than sailing models but easier to drive. This is how Euphoria 5‘s project was

GEVERA CG35, THE OPEN BOAT OF TOMORROW?

Gevera CG 35 is the first project of Gevera Boats, a new Croatian society specialised in luxury yachts planning and construction. Its two founders, the architect Ivan Filipović and the business management expert Dujo Marić, have decided

THE LAUNCH OF THE NEW DAHLAK SLOOP BY PERINI NAVI

Last Saturday, Perini Navi launched its latest creation in La Spezia: Dahlak, a 38-metre-long sloop entirely built in Sealium aluminium alloy. Dahlak’s exteriors ( the name is the same as the archipelago in the Red

A FAMILY LOOSE IN SOUTHERN SEAS

A lot of families sail loose in the sea. But that one made up of James Burwick, a pro climber and sailor, and his wife, Somira Sao, is very particular. First of all, they have

HOW TO SAIL AROUND THE WORLD ACCORDING TO WIKIHOW

In 1996, Bill Gates said “Content is king” to indicate the web development way: the production of new valiant information content is the right way to be successful on Internet. The team of wikiHow has

FATAL SHIPWRECK IN MARINA DI GROSSETO

A tragic event occurred in the Tuscan Archipelago. The corpse of the sailor Ernesto Longo, 79, was found yesterday morning on the beach of Marina di Grosseto by a pedestrian who has immediately warned authorities.

MASTER RUBBER BOATS, THE EXCELLENCE OF HANDICRAFT

Sixty models, from 7 to 10 metres, a production volume of 200 pieces a year, a widespread presence all around the world with the Master brand. These are the numbers of an entirely Italian success. But behind numbers there a e people.

SUPERYACHTS, ITALY NUMBER ONE (WITH LEAD) IN THE WORLD

Every year, Superyacht Report publishes its “Superyacht Global Orderbook”, a global analysis of big boats (over 30 metres of length) trends. It is a very important document and the most reliable analysis of the economical trend

THE NEW SEA SHEPHERD’S SURVEILLANCE SHIP

The boat the article deals with is special. In fact, it will be the new flagship of Sea Shepherd, the marine preservation organisation which uses the jolly roger (the pirates’ flag) on its ships, with the will to

R77: A NEW SAILING BOAT CONCEPT?

Mathis Rühl, a long-experienced French marine architect, who collaborated with Philippe Briand and Southern Wind in South Africa, has presented R77, a completely new sailing boat concept. The 77 metres long boat has two couples

VAT ON MOORINGS. THE MATTER IS MORE AND MORE CONFUSING

A great legislative confusion is obstructing the renewal of several mooring agreements. The rule about the recognition of marina resorts, issued by the Development Act in August 2014 and confirmed by Stability Act in 2015 and 2016

SUPPORT VESSEL: WHEN A MEGAYACHT IS NOT ENOUGH

Also known as “shadow boats”, support vessels are a category of displacing boats, generally built in aluminium, with a length of 20-36 metres, conceived to offer more space to megayachts (and we have already seen

A NEW HULL BY VRIPACK

Vripack Studio (Netherlands), one of the international leaders in nautical engineering and architecture since 1961, has announced the patent of a new hull, designed and conceived for (and in collaboration with) one of its loyal

HANSE 675, THE NEW FLAGSHIP

With a length of 21 metres and a 32-metre- carbon mast , it is the biggest boat Hanse has never built and the longest sailing boat in Germany. Design is by Judel and Vrolijk and

FIUMARA GRANDE, THE GHOST HARBOUR

The biggest harbour of the Tyrrhenian Sea doesn’t exist. Fiumara Grande, the natural Tiber’s mouth hosting four thousand boats, shipyards, nautica clubs, private marines and restaurants has never been recognized as a gat. Lights at

THE BEST MOMENTS OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL REGATTAS

Emotions, suspense, extreme involvement. We are talking about the most exciting and involving regattas, that ones where expert sailors are severely challenged while they sail around the world in very hard conditions. Vendée Globe is certainly

YAMAHA LAUNCHES ITS “STAR SUBSIDIES”

Yamaha Marine‘s official dealers launch an interesting promotion: starting today and for the next three months, the company offers special subsidies from 250,00 to 2,100 Euros (it depends on the engine size) and the possibility

DUBAI BOAT SHOW: NOT JUST MEGAYACHTS AND SHEIKS

Dubai International Boat Show, the most important exhibition of all you can expect from the land of emirs and sheiks, will start tomorrow, with even some interesting news about not too expensive accessories and free

THE MUMMY OF A SAILOR FOUND IN HIS ADRIFT BOAT

A terrible image: the mummified body of Manfred Fritz Bajorat, a German sailor, has been found in his adrift boat in the Pacific Ocean, near Barobo, Surigao del Sur, Philippines. Many international media report the news

THE FIRST ITALIAN FEMALE CAPTAIN OF A CRUISE SHIP

70 years after the first woman elected in Italy (Lina Merlin), now it is the turn of the first Italian female captain of a cruise ship. For some days, Serena Melani, from Livorno, has being the captain

NAUTICA ITALIANA CLOSES RANKS AROUND TACOLI

We have told you the end of the long collaboration between Lamberto tacoli and CRN (Ferretti Group), of which he was the President and CEO. But Tacoli is also the President of Nautica Italiana, one

STORMS AND SQUALLS: IT’S WEATHER WARNING

“ Weather conditions will be critical in many zones of Italy“. Daniele Gallo, forecaster at Navimeteo, describes clearly the weather situation which will occur next Saturday and Sunday: strong winds, up to 40 knots, waves reaching

CF8 FUTURE CONCEPT: A CRAZY IDEA FOR BILLIONAIRES

CF8 is a yacht, or better an idea, on the very edges of design and luxury. A concept designed by the Dutch Sea Level Engineering, ready to be planned if a billionaire decided to finance the project. Not

PRISONERS OF THE TIBER

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iQYvEwT11ZY “ Because of unfavourable weather conditions, the regatta has been cancelled”. After some deferments, the Sailing Committee of Fiumicino, which organises a winter championship with over 100 boats, resigns itself and stops the competition.

1492 SAILING: SEA AS A GIFT

It’s not Christmas  but if you are looking for a gift for a sea lover (or for yourself) we recommend 1492 Sailing: a small business producing accessories and furniture with recycled sails. From iPad covers to

LUXURY CHARTER: A SPACE ISSUE?

Last week, we told you the story of the Russian billionaire who decided to sell his 47-metre yacht because he considered it too small. Most of us will have shook our heads or shrugged in

A 60-FOOT WHALE TO CROSS THE ATLANTIC

Tom McClean is an adventurer, as far as possible nowadays. Abandoned in a orphanage when he was child, he joined the Army and he was a SAS paratrooper for 10 tens, many of which in

TETRAHEDRON, FROM STARS WARS TO THE SEA

Strange things are planned everyday, in an endless absurd competition . Only few ones become floating things with a minimal possibility to be bought. Today, it is the turn of an English nautical architect, Jonathan

GOODBYE TO MARIO AMATI, THE FOUNDER OF ITAMA

Many yachtsmen knew him unwittingly. Mario Amati, whose palindrome is Itama, died at the age of 83. He was the founder of Itama in 1969. His open boats have been the symbol of the fast

CHRISTO’S FLOATING PIERS ON LAKE ISEO

They aren’t boats but they’ll float, too. They are the piers that Christo, a Bulgarian artist famous for his wonderful works, is going to install on Lake Iseo. The work will be called Floating Piers and it was

CRN (FERRETTI GROUP): MANAGEMENT CHANGES

Public notices after CRN S.p.A (Ferretti Group) shareholders’ meeting confirm what we disclosed yesterday : Lamberto Tacoli, President and Managing Director of CRN hasn’t seen the renewal of his mandate. The meeting, which took place

THE FESTIVAL OF SÈTE: HARBOUR, SEA AND OLD BOATS

Every two years Sète, in the Southern France, hosts a beautiful festival celebrating maritime traditions, sea and old boats. This year, the edition will be richer because it is also the 350th anniversary of the

THE BIRTH OF LORENZO ARGENTO YACHT DESIGN

After their 25-year collaboration, Lorenzo Argento and Luca Brenta separate. The announcement of a new adventure has come today. With the birth of Lorenzo Argento Yacht Design, the Milanese architect starts a new business whose seat

CARNIVAL RACE STARTS WITH 130 BOATS

There all the right ingredients: passion, sea, not bad weather and, above all, people, hundreds of sailors from all around Europe. The appointment is the second edition of the Carnival Race, organised by the Yacht Club

CUSTOM LINE, THE NEW 42-METRE SUPERYACHT

2016 is a special year for Custom Line, a brand belonging to Ferretti Group. In fact, it celebrates its 20th anniversary and, after its new Navetta 37 which will be launched next summer, it announces

JFK’ S LOVE FOR BOATS

Sometimes, while I take a break walking around the shipyard, I find some beautiful boats but that one I have met these days is a real lady and, if it could speak, it would tell one of

PORTO LOTTI TURNS 20 AND GROWS

Located in the protected and quaint Gulf of La Spezia, near Porto Venere and Cinque Terre, recognised as Unesco world heritage sites, Porto Lotti offers the typical services of an international harbour and it represents

CRN, IS IT TIME FOR A CHANGE MANAGEMENT?

Rumours about a possible non-renewal of the position of Lamberto Tacoli, the President and Chief Executive Officer of CRN, are getting more and more convincing. CRN is a brand of Ferretti Group specialised in the

MIAMI BOAT SHOW: AMERICAN DEBUT FOR SANLORENZO SL 86

As usual, a lot of important Italian shipbuilders participate to the Miam Boat Show, on the Collins Avenue, in the shadow of the big skyscrapers. Among them, Sanlorenzo has presented for the first time in

MAYO’: THE WOODEN DIY BOAT

We like the project of Nicola Pirani, from Ferrara, who, after sailing on different boats for many years, has decided to create a boat himself. He has chosen small sizes to allow an easy construction

SUZUKI MOTOR, A RECORD BALANCE SHEET

Increase in sales and record profits. This is in short the balance sheet of the thirst quarter of the social year (April- December 2015) for Suzuki Motor. Suzuki Motor’s net turnover has increased by 212,6

APNOEA BELOW THE BOAT WITH NO RISKS

A check to the anchor, the Log label cleaning, a test to the hull or the bulb, the recovery of a fallen object into the water. There might be many reasons for an apnoea diving, including

SURVEY COMPLETED. BOATANDBOATS WILL HAVE ITS PILOT BOOK

Yes, our readers have decreed the rank which will guide the development of our pilot book with their favourite areas. The survey, published on Facebook, Twitter and our magazine, has registered a great interest, with over 50,000

TITANIC II: CHANGING TIMES

The project of the Australian fat cat Clive Palmer about a new Titanic has been known for years. Blue Star, the company headed by the magnate and in charge of the project, launched the idea in 2012, a

WEATHER4D 2.0, WEATHER AND ROUTE IN ONE APP

Your detailed route in a weather forecast. This is possible with Weather 4D 2.0, the new application for Ipad and Iphone6 which uses GRIB files to obtain and elaborate weather forecast on the basis of

SAILING WORLD CUP. A BRONZE MEDAL AND A MISSED ONE FOR ITALY

The Italian team’s experience at the Sailing World Cups of Clearwater, in Florida, can be considered rather successful: Vittorio Bissaro and Silvia Sicouri have won the bronze medal with their catamaran after a breathtaking Medal Race. Missed

ROME FOR … ALL THOSE WHO LOVE HIGH SEA NAVIGATION

The 23th edition of one of most charming Mediterranean offshore regatta will take place next 10 April. We are talking about “Rome for one, two people, anybody. 530 miles in a season where the Tyrrhenian

A 47-METRE YACHT? TOO SMALL FOR SOMEONE

. This is why, he decided to sell it. The story would have gone unnoticed if brokers didn’t summon him by demanding 615,000 pounds (about 800,000 Euros) as overdue amounts. Pisarev bought the yacht in 2010 but

CRANCHI. THE RANGE AIMS HIGHER AND HIGHER

A long-term plan, with the intention (and the skill) to look far. Cranchi not only is a historic brand (it was born in 1870) but it has conquered a central role in the production of

FIART MARE: THE GREAT COMEBACK

Some brands have in their roots the necessary energy reserve to face and pass crises. Fiart Mare is one of them. And we are not only talking about financial reserves (in this case, totally in their possession) but also of

Suzuki, the markets lightest trio

Suzuki scores another masterstroke and sets new market standards. With a weight of 23,5 kg they’re the lightest. In exclusive preview, here are the new Suzuki outboards with 4, 5 and 6 horsepower, in code names: “DF4A”, “DF5A”, “DF6A”.

Italian exhibitors at Boot Düsseldorf

There will be lots of italian exhibitors at Boot Düsseldorf: sail boats, motor boats, luxury yachts and many company names that produce and commercialize accessory products for boating or watersports. They’re over 100, so it’s quite

A yellow submarine in the garage

In 2007 Triton Submarines entered into business to produce exactly what their name says: submarines (for recreational use). And has found market, since many models have been produced. The last born is interesting, since it appears

Exclusive image preview of the new Azimut 66

The pavilions of Boot 2016 will be the showcase for the worldwide preview of Azimut Yachts first novelty of the year, the 66 Flybridge. Not much is yet known about this twenty-one metre yacht. Further

Who are the superyacht designers of the future?

q, that’s attributed to the most brilliant super yacht project proposed by a young amateur. The international jury hasn’t included any italian participant in the call of the finalists, even tho Italy has had a

A restaurant in the Ocean

It’s enough to take a look at the picture to realize that we’re in front of a unique and enchanting place, one of those in which we’d love spending every evening (at least from november to april),

Hulls, here’s the antifouling skin

Leggi l’articolo in italiano To see if it really works we’ll have to wait for the evidence of the facts, but the premise is tempting: to forget the problem to careen. This’s at least what Uniflow

FLYER 7.7, THE ART OF TRANSFORMATION

Leggi l’articolo in italiano The same hull but with completely different lines. Bénéteau repeats the choice made with Flyer 6 last year, by proposing a boat with the same power of transformation. The boat is

SEA TRIAL. SELVA 6.7 ELEGANCE. AN INTELLIGENT PACKAGE

Cruising consumption: 22 l/h Max speed during the sea trail: 37,4 knots 2 beds It costs 38,600 Euros, VAT and engines included Leggi l’articolo in italiano A real Mediterranean daycruiser, this 7-metre boat is the small-big flagship

OCEANIS 41.1, A CRUISER WHICH LOVES RUNNING

What does distinguish the new Oceanis 41.1 from its predecessor Oceanis 40? We will be able to tell it in some weeks when we will see it at the Nautical Exhibition of Paris, where Bénéteau

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