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Friend of the Hawksbill

Hawksbill sea turtles face the same threats as their more well-known sea turtle cousins, but less is known about them. We spoke to the …

May 25, 2023 with 0 Comments

Dollar Bills: The biggest billfish tournaments

The United States offers a variety of fishing tournaments for anglers of any skill level, but the following competitions give sport …

May 24, 2023 with 0 Comments

Rights and Wrongs: The North Atlantic Right Whale and proposed regulations

The North Atlantic Right Whale is in trouble. But with proposed regulations to help the species potentially impacting the sportfishing …

May 23, 2023 with 0 Comments

Comfort, light are key in refit of crew quarters

Karen Lynn Poulos, founder of Karen Lynn Interior Design and lead interior designer on a refit of the 143-foot (43.6m) Heesen M/Y …

Apr 27, 2023 with 0 Comments

JPMA announces winner of the annual John Percival Leadership Award

The winner of the 25th edition of the John Percival Leadership Award is Capt. Matteo Malfatti, who was nominated by the crew and management …

Apr 26, 2023 with 0 Comments

Time for a better brew!

It’s time for the yachting industry to embrace a new wave of coffee culture — one that emphasizes better quality coffee sourced from …

Apr 25, 2023 with 0 Comments

HMY Yacht Sales partners with Centounonavi

HMY Yacht Sales officially announced a partnership with Centounonavi at the Miami International Boat Show in

Apr 24, 2023 with 0 Comments

‘Superyacht FEEDBACK’ debuts

‘Superyacht FEEDBACK’ is a quarterly e-newsletter provides independent, confidential breakdowns of incident reports submitted by yacht …

Apr 21, 2023 with 0 Comments

New CEO named at RMK Merrill Stevens

Italian-born Marco Santoro has been recently appointed as CEO at RMK Merrill Stevens in Miami.

Apr 20, 2023 with 0 Comments

Sheltair partners with Turtles Fly Too

Sheltair Aviation has announced a partnership with Turtles Fly Too, a registered 501c3 charity that has rescued, rehabilitated, researched, …

Apr 19, 2023 with 0 Comments

Bradford Marine lift in, roof off, expansion on

Bradford Marine has bridged the gap across the canal with a new barge to Bradford Marine East Marina, the company’s acquisition of …

Apr 18, 2023 with 0 Comments

The dark side of yachting

Sexual harassment and assault is a pervasive problem that many in the yachting industry don’t want to acknowledge, yet nearly all female …

Apr 17, 2023 with 0 Comments

Salvage 101: Claiming a salvage award

While there is a tendency to think of modern recreational boat salvage in the same terms that would apply to a AAA tow truck, the concepts …

Apr 14, 2023 with 0 Comments

Mental Health Hotline

Vikand, a global maritime medical services provider, is providing yacht crew with a mental health hotline standing by 24/7 with a highly …

Apr 13, 2023 with 0 Comments

Give yourself a break! Spa options in Southeast Asia

Here are some of Southeast Asia’s finest luxury spas and wellness retreats, as recommended by Asia Pacific Superyacht teams based …

Apr 12, 2023 with 0 Comments

Double Duty: Two yachts, one crew

Crewing a new build can be exciting, challenging and overwhelming all at the same time — but Chief Stew Julie Emmons and her crew knew …

Apr 11, 2023 with 0 Comments

Offboarding: Paul Simpson’s Full-Throttle Future

Mechanical know-how and a flair for the custom look set a path from the high seas to the high roads for yacht engineer Paul …

Apr 10, 2023 with 0 Comments

Other News

SAFE Boats Becomes 100% Employee-Owned Company

SAFE Boats International (SBI), the aluminum watercraft designer and manufacturer has transferred 1000f the company’s ownership to its employees.

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Dubai show highlights growth, sustainability

Dubai International Boat Show recapped the top news from the March show.

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NMRA 2023 Marine Trades Scholarship Deadline Extended

The deadline to apply for a 2023 National Marine Representatives Association (NMRA) Marine Trades Scholarship has been extended to April 30, 2023.

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37m sailing yacht Genevieve rescues 16 after boat capsizes off St. Kitts and Nevis

Six crew members on board the 37 meter S/Y Genevieve rescued 16 people after a fishing skiff carrying 32 people capsized off the coast of St. Kitts and Nevis. 

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Peace and quiet under power: Electric/hybrid retrofits

It’s a good time to consider an electric/hybrid retrofit, particularly when considering the current status of electric power systems technologies, rapid improvements in battery safety and capacity, and advances in solar panel technology.

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Nominate the best for Superyacht Business Awards

Now is the time for captains and crew to recognize the best businesses in the large yacht industry through ACREW’s fourth Superyacht Business Awards.

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New marina management course options

The Association of Marina Industries offers new management certification programs and a new basic-skills track for yacht industry crew and others aiming for a land-based career.

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An East Coast-style adventure made easy

Superyacht East Coast have announced a partnership to showcase their connected coastline as a “must-visit” yachting destination.

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Trade Only hosts Women in the Industry networking and industry leadership panel during the Miami International Boat Show

The event is on Friday, Feb. 17, from 8:30-10 a.m. in room 209/210 of the Miami Beach Convention Center.

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Two men charged with sanctions evasion in relation to 78m Russian-owned superyacht Tango

Richard Masters and Vladislav Osipov are charged with conspiracy to defraud and commit offenses against the United States through money laundering and violating the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).

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Yachtneeds redirects website, removes app

Yachtneeds has regrouped as a marketplace for crew, allowing sellers to market directly to captains and crew.

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Passenger killed by rogue wave on Viking cruise ship while sailing The Drake Passage

The 665-foot long Viking Polaris was hit by a rogue wave while sailing The Drake Passage, killing a passenger and injuring four more.

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All New Hurricane Hole Superyacht Marina Celebrates Grand Opening in The Bahamas

The new Hurricane Hole Superyacht Marina recently celebrated its grand opening after a significant redesign that completely renovated and expanded the premier deep-water marina of The Bahamas.

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Fire destroys several buildings on Mystic Waterfront at Seaport Marina

The cause of the fire is still under investigation after it destroyed several warehouses and a private home.

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USVI Charter Yacht Show Kicks Off November 12-15 at IGY Marina’s Yacht Haven Grande, St. Thomas – Offshore Marine Named Official Sponsor

Nearly 70 sail and power, monohull and multihull, term charter yachts with their professional crews will exhibit and over 160 charter brokers from the Caribbean, U.S., and Europe will attend the U.S. Virgin Islands Charter Yacht Show.

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Following the Merger of Dryad Global and IMSA, the Maritime Risk Technology Company Exceeds Expectations

Six months after formally merging with IMSA under the comprehensive brand, Dryad Global, the result is a powerful tech company that provides real-time maritime risk intelligence, analysis, cybersecurity, and solutions direct to clients whether they’re mobile, at their desks or on the bridge.

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Russian yacht seized by court in Barcelona

A Spanish court has ordered the seizure of M/Y Meridian A due to unpaid shipyard bills.

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Broward Marine yachts make history in South Florida

An installation ceremony is scheduled for a State Florida Heritage Site marker to be installed at Safe Harbor Lauderdale Marine Center to honor the birthplace of the modern marine industry — and the pioneers at its heart — in Broward County and Fort Lauderdale.

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Russian superyachts protected from sanctions in Turkey

Analysis from the Times has found at least 13 yachts in Turkey linked to sanctions, finding safety in the country’s first “mega-yacht-only marina.”

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Charter yacht catches fire in Miami

A charter yacht in Miami caught fire on Friday, Oct. 28.

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The 2022 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is Anchors Away with World Debuts and Exclusive Luxury Experiences

The largest in-water presence of boats and marine exhibits returns to Fort Lauderdale Wednesday, October 26 – Sunday, October 30, 2022

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Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show Is Making A Splash at the Broward County Convention Center

Fort Lauderdale, FL (September 27, 2022) - The Broward County Convention Center will be at the forefront of the 63rd annual...

Hamilton Marine International Names CEO for U.S. division

David Ross has been named CEO of Hamilton Marine International's new U.S. division. A veteran in the yacht...

New webinars target marine technician trainers

The ABYC Foundation Educator Training Conference offers a subscription-based monthly webinar series for the education and training of future...

JMS Yachting opens yacht management office in U.S. 

JMS Yachting has opened an office in the U.S with an industry veteran at the helm. Rick Thomas, founder...


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